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In a bid to strengthen law enforcement, Bihar's home department has conducted a strategic reshuffle involving five senior IPS officers and eight DSPs. Significant changes include new appointments to the roles of ADG and DIG of security, as well as fresh assignments for SPs overseeing cyber operations and various district commands.

Nandi reviews development works, calls for ‘reviving’ stalled housing projects

Medical store operator nabbed earlier; police seize drugs and seal shop

In a strategic cabinet expansion, Bihar's ruling BJP showcases its commitment to energetic, grassroots leadership by sidelining seasoned politician Mangal Pandey. The shake-up features newcomers hitting the ministerial scene alongside JD(U)'s inclusion of a medical expert and a representative from the caste community.

Seven Aam Aadmi Party MPs, including Raghav Chadha, defected to the Bharatiya Janata Party, citing a deviation from the party's core principles. The move is permissible under the anti-defection law as it involves more than two-thirds of the AAP's Rajya Sabha members. AAP plans to seek disqualification for some MPs.

Voter deletions in Uttar Pradesh's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 data are significantly outpacing the winning margins of several senior leaders and ministers in urban constituencies. This trend, observed across various parties, raises concerns about electoral integrity, with some seats showing deletions over ten times their leaders' victory margins.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath warned against external interference in factory operations following recent worker unrest in Noida. Speaking at a Tata Motors event, he emphasized the importance of gratitude towards employers and highlighted the company's contribution to employment and development in Lucknow. The CM also lauded the state's industrial growth and youth demographic.

Following violent clashes over wage demands, Noida saw heavy police presence and route marches as investigators flagged a possible organized WhatsApp syndicate. Over 300 arrests were made, and seven FIRs registered, with the situation now under control after an interim 21% wage hike was announced.

Industries Minister Hints At Possible Wage Revision, Officials Warned Of Probe Into ‘Vested Interests’ Behind Protest

Fresh unrest erupted in Noida's Phase-2 as workers, allegedly mobilized through WhatsApp groups with provocative messages, regrouped and pelted stones. Police intervened swiftly, deploying heavy forces to contain the situation and prevent a repeat of Monday's widespread violence. Investigations are underway to trace the origins of these digital networks and identify organizers.

the tablets are provided under the Swami Vivekanand Youth Empowerment Scheme

India's naval prowess is significantly enhanced with the commissioning of the indigenous stealth frigate Taragiri. This advanced warship, armed with BrahMos missiles, boasts cutting-edge stealth technology and multi-role capabilities. Representing a leap in indigenous defense manufacturing, Taragiri underscores India's commitment to self-reliance and strengthens its maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region.

Tragedy struck in Kushinagar as a tractor-trolley carrying devotees to a Ram Navami mela overturned into a canal, claiming four lives and injuring 17. The vehicle reportedly lost control after its hook snapped, plunging into the Gandak canal. Locals and emergency services rushed to the scene for rescue operations.