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Lalu Yadav Family Feud Intensifies: Rohini Acharya Alleges Abuse After Kidney Donation
Nov 16, 2025 05:40 pm CST
Rohini Acharya, daughter of RJD patriarch Lalu Yadav who donated a kidney to him in 2022, has quit politics amid family conflict. She alleges being insulted and accused of exchanging her "dirty kidney" for an election ticket. The dispute erupted after RJD's electoral defeat in Bihar, with reports suggesting her brother Tejashwi blamed her for the loss. This marks the second major crisis for the Yadav political dynasty following Tej Pratap's earlier expulsion.
BJP to Get Larger Share in Bihar Cabinet as NDA Secures Overwhelming Victory in Assembly Elections
Nov 16, 2025 05:37 pm CST
The BJP is set to gain greater representation in Bihar's new government while Nitish Kumar remains Chief Minister, following NDA's landslide victory securing 202 seats in the assembly elections. Cabinet formation arrangements indicate BJP will likely get 15-16 ministers compared to JD(U)'s 14, reflecting BJP's stronger 89-seat performance against JD(U)'s 85 seats. The oath-taking ceremony is expected around November 19-20.
Thane Court Acquits Man in Alleged Minor Rape Case Due to Consensual Relationship and Insufficient Age Evidence
Nov 16, 2025 05:28 pm CST
A Thane court has acquitted a 22-year-old man accused of raping a minor, ruling that their relationship appeared consensual and that prosecution failed to provide conclusive evidence of the victim's age. The judgment highlights the critical importance of age verification in POCSO Act cases and examines the voluntary nature of the relationship as described by the victim herself.
Kolkata Sex Workers Fight for Voting Rights: Challenges and Solutions in Electoral Inclusion
Nov 16, 2025 05:25 pm CST
Sex workers in Kolkata's Sonagachi district face potential exclusion from voter rolls due to documentation challenges. The 12,000-member community, represented by the Durbar Mahila Samanwaya Committee, has petitioned Bengal's electoral authorities for special verification camps to ensure their democratic participation. Many lack traditional documentation having lost family connections, despite possessing other government IDs since 2002. This struggle highlights broader electoral inclusion challenges as Bengal's Special Intensive Revision process moves forward.
CNG Prices Increase By Rs 1 Per Kg In Noida, Ghaziabad, And Kanpur From November 16, 2025
Nov 16, 2025 05:25 pm CST
Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has announced a CNG price increase of Rs 1 per kg across multiple cities including Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, and Kanpur, effective November 16, 2025. The company cites rising gas procurement costs as the primary reason for the adjustment. Additionally, IGL recently entered into its first international venture with Saudi Arabia's MASAH Construction Company to develop natural gas distribution networks.
Bihar NDA Government Formation: Nitish Kumar to Continue as Chief Minister with New Cabinet Formula
Nov 16, 2025 05:05 pm CST
The formation of Bihar's new government is expected within three days as Nitish Kumar will retain his position as Chief Minister. The NDA's substantial election victory sees BJP securing 89 seats and JDU 85 seats, with cabinet positions allocated following a formula finalized with Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The swearing-in ceremony is planned for mid-week, pending Prime Minister Modi's schedule confirmation.
Delhi Terrorist Attack: Umar Mohammad's Movements and Connections Prior to Red Fort Bombing
Nov 16, 2025 04:34 pm CST
Investigation reveals terrorist Umar Mohammad rented accommodation in Haryana's Nuh before executing the deadly Delhi blast that killed 13 people. Police have arrested three medical professionals from Al Falah University and recovered nearly 3,000 kg of explosives, suggesting plans for multiple attacks across the National Capital Region.
Trinamool Congress MP Makes Serious Allegations Against West Bengal Governor: Security Controversy Erupts
Nov 16, 2025 04:32 pm CST
A political controversy has erupted in West Bengal after Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee alleged that Governor CV Ananda Bose was providing weapons to BJP leaders inside Raj Bhavan. The Governor strongly refuted these claims as "inflammatory and irresponsible," demanding an apology and keeping the premises open for public inspection while threatening legal action. BJP leaders condemned Banerjee's statements, questioning the logic behind his accusations since Raj Bhavan security falls under the state police controlled by the TMC government.
Delhi Red Fort Car Blast Investigation: Prohibited 9mm Cartridges Found and Al Falah University Connection Emerges
Nov 16, 2025 04:27 pm CST
Forensic teams discovered prohibited 9mm cartridges at the Red Fort car blast site, with investigators exploring connections to Al Falah University and tracing the movements of deceased Dr. Umar Muhammad. Multiple agencies including Delhi Police, NIA, and Haryana Police are conducting extensive searches as the investigation expands into Nuh and surrounding areas.
Madhya Pradesh Minister Apologizes for Calling Raja Ram Mohan Roy a "British Agent"
Nov 16, 2025 04:09 pm CST
Madhya Pradesh Higher Education Minister Inder Singh Parmar has issued an apology after facing backlash for calling social reformer Raja Ram Mohan Roy a "British agent" during an event honoring Birsa Munda. Despite claiming it was a "slip of tongue," the controversy has sparked debates about historical interpretation and ideological narratives in India's educational system.