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Shah Rukh Khan, co-owner of IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), faced massive backlash after signing Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman for ₹9.20 crore at the IPL 2026 auction. The deal sparked outrage amid reports of violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, with BJP leaders and spiritual gurus accusing the Bollywood icon of betraying Indian sentiments. Critics argued that Indian money should not fund players from a nation targeting Hindu minorities.                    photo courtesy: Google  Spiritual leader Devkinandan Thakur questioned how Shah Rukh, backed by Hindu fans, could ignore victims across the border. BJP’s Sangeet Som branded him a “traitor,” escalating the row with calls to prioritize “Sanatani” feelings. Social media exploded with “anti-national” labels and threats, turning a cricket contract into a communal flashpoint. The BCCI reportedly directed KKR to release Mustafizur before IPL 2026, prompting Som...

Fiscal Discipline: Telangana Government sets a firm December 31 deadline to vacate all private office rentals. The state Gov. will completely stop disbursing rental funds for private buildings from February 1, 2026. The Telangana government plans to utilize vacant spaces in state-owned buildings like these to save on rental costs. In a major strategic move to streamline administrative costs, the Telangana government has issued a firm directive: all state departments operating from private premises must shift immediately. This wide-ranging order targets every government office, corporation, and university currently functioning in rented buildings. The administration has set a strict deadline of December 31, 2025, for these entities to secure space within existing government-owned complexes.               Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Government Office Relocation Order"  Pic courtesy: Google   The financial implications are immediate. According to...

A Landmark Achievement in Urban Development Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav proudly announced that the state has become the first in India to build metro trains in two locations within a single year . Alongside this, Madhya Pradesh has also set another record by creating two metropolitan areas — a move that marks a new era of urban growth and connectivity.                                                                                                                  Photo Courtesy : Google Indore-Ujjain Metropolitan Area: A New Growth Corridor The Indore-Ujjain Metropolitan Area is envisioned as a hub of economic, cultural, and infrastructural development. With Indore already recognized as a ...

When the GOAT Touched Down in the City of Pearls A magical night at Uppal Stadium saw Lionel Messi share the pitch with CM Revanth Reddy and Rahul Gandhi, turning Hyderabad into a theatre of dreams. Messi & Revanth Reddy Playing Football ( Courtesy : Sony Liv) Last night, Hyderabad rolled out the red carpet for football royalty Lionel Messi, turning the heart of the City of Pearls into a carnival of cheers, chants, and unforgettable moments. As part of his GOAT (Greatest of All Time) India Tour 2025, the Argentine legend lit up the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Uppal, leaving fans on cloud nine and proving that when Messi’s in town, even the stars come out to play.   From the moment he strode onto the lush green pitch amid thunderous applause, it was clear this wasn’t just another visit - it was a football fairytale come alive. With tight security and the stadium buzzing like a beehive, anticipation hung thick in the air. Fans waited with bated breath, and Messi de...

CPI(M) Files Defamation Case Against Biplab Deb; Jitendra Chaudhury Appears in Court for Testimony The Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] has filed a defamation case against former Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb. On Thursday, CPI(M) state secretary and Leader of the Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury appeared before the First Class Judicial Magistrate, Court No. 1, to testify in the case. The hearing was held at the bench of Judicial Magistrate Abhijit Adhikari, with advocate Haribol Debnath representing the CPI(M).During the proceedings, Jitendra Chaudhury’s statement was formally recorded before the Hon’ble Judge. Based on his deposition, legal notice will now be issued to Biplab Deb. The defamation case originates from Biplab Deb’s remarks made on April 10, 2025, at a religious event in Gandhigram, where he alleged that during the Left regime — prior to 2018 — donations and ornaments had been misappropriated from the donation boxes of the Tripura Sundari Temple. Deb had...

Anti-Narcotics Drive Yields Big Results as Police Foil Large-Scale Ganja Smuggling Attempt Chief Minister Hails Police for Daring Anti-Narcotics Raid, Calls for Continued Vigilance Amarpur, Tripura: In a major anti-narcotics operation, Tripura Police seized 94 kg of dried ganja on Tuesday afternoon in Amarpur. Acting on secret intelligence, a team led by State Anti-Narcotics SP Shyamnand Sharma and Amarpur SDPO Paramita Pandey intercepted a suspicious vehicle on the Agartala-Sabroom National Highway.  The driver, Akash Burman from Konaban, attempted to flee but was apprehended at Choumuhani Bazar.Police recovered several bags and packets of ganja from the vehicle. The forensic team and local administration officials, including Bikramnagar Tehsildar Alak Chakraborty, oversaw the seizure. The total haul is valued at several lakhs of rupees.Akash Burman is being interrogated at Amarpur Police Station, and an NDPS Act case will be registered. Police are investigating the source and po...

Political tension rises in Kailashahar after Congress leader files a written complaint against state minister Tinku Roy. Allegations of Fake Educational Certificate and Concealment of Criminal Records Kailasahar, Tripura: Tripura Congress leader Chandrasekhar Sinha has filed a police complaint in Kailashahar against state minister and Chandipur MLA Tinku Roy, alleging fake educational certificates and concealment of criminal cases in his election affidavits, triggering fresh political controversy in the state. Congress leaders, including advocate Narsingh Das, held a press conference at the Kailashahar Congress Bhavan According to the complaint, Tinku Roy claimed in his election affidavits of 2018 and 2023 that he passed the Higher Secondary Examination in 2004 from Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. However, as alleged, the board from which the certificate was reportedly obtained does not actually exist, and the educational documents submitted were fake. Sinha also alleged that the minister su...

  The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of West Bengal’s electoral rolls is about to begin in November 2025, sparking significant political discussions across the state. The Election Commission of India (ECI) undertakes this exercise periodically to update and verify voter information. This blog explores what SIR is, why it matters in West Bengal, when it will take place, and the potential impacts on voters and politics.  What is SIR? SIR stands for Special Intensive Revision, a detailed process managed by the ECI to ensure the accuracy of voter lists. It involves Booth Level Officers (BLOs) visiting homes, distributing forms, and verifying voter identities with special attention to previous discrepancies, including "ghost" voters and illegal entries. Political parties may also review and suggest changes to the list. The final revised rolls are expected by February 2026, ahead of legislative elections. Why is SIR Important Now? The timing of SIR is crucial, given upcoming legi...

The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to release MGNREGA funds and restart the 100 Days Work scheme in West Bengal after four years. Supreme Court Orders 100 Days Work Scheme to Restart in Bengal The Supreme Court of India has rejected the Centre’s plea against the Calcutta High Court ’s order to resume the 100 Days Work Scheme ( MGNREGA ) in West Bengal . With this landmark decision, the funds must be released and the scheme will restart in the state after being stopped for four years due to corruption charges . The Centre had suspended funding, accusing the state of widespread misuse of money meant for rural workers . The Bengal government argued that the halt was politically motivated and left lakhs of workers without jobs. The High Court earlier clarified that old corruption cases can be investigated, but the employment scheme must continue. On October 27, 2025, Supreme Court judges dismissed the Centre’s appeal and ordered the funds to be released so the 100 Days Work proj...