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It took just two days after Delhi Chief Minister Atishi moved into the Civil Lines bungalow—previously occupied by none other than her esteemed predecessor, Arvind Kejriwal—before she was kindly asked to vacate by officials of none other than the Public Works Department (PWD). A minor detail? Hardly. After all, this department falls under Atishi’s very own command. Ah, the irony of being shown the door by your own subordinates!

The Rajasthan Police's Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has initiated an investigation into the benami (proxy) properties linked to none other than the illustrious Kota Divisional Commissioner, Rajendra Vijay. A man whose primary duty, one would assume, is to serve the public—unless, of course, by “public,” we mean himself and his ever-growing fortune. Sources reveal that Vijay has been an overachiever, not just in public service, but also in mastering the fine art of hoarding wealth.

Tina Dabi, the renowned District Collector of Barmer, Rajasthan, spearheaded a surprise raid on a spa that had been operating under suspicious circumstances. The raid was conducted during a routine cleanliness drive in the district. However, the spa owner displayed a clear resistance to cooperating with the officials. When asked to open the door, he flatly refused, leading the officials and police to take decisive action. "Several men and women were found engaged in immoral activities." This shocking discovery revealed the extent of illicit activities being conducted behind the closed doors of the spa.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath made it clear on Sunday that all necessary arrangements for the upcoming Mahakumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj are well underway, with a completion target set for December 15. The CM underscored that the government is committed to providing top-notch facilities to the millions of devotees expected to attend the festival. One of the main focuses of the preparations is to enhance safety measures, for which "AI tools are being implemented to ensure security," ensuring a secure environment for the pilgrims throughout the event.

On Saturday, 5th October, a shocking incident unfolded in the small village of Kultali, located in the South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. The body of a minor Hindu girl was tragically found floating in a canal, raising serious concerns about the safety and security of women in the region. The discovery has left the locals in grief and anger, reigniting the debate on lawlessness in the TMC-ruled state.

HYDERABAD: In a momentous speech that sent ripples through the supporters of Sanatana Dharma, Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan introduced the much-anticipated Varahi Declaration on the spiritual grounds of Tirupati. His words echoed across the nation, stirring emotions and mobilizing those who stand in defense of India’s ancient spiritual heritage.

In a shocking turn of events, the name of Mohammad Masoom Khan, a figure linked to the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), has surfaced in a case involving the illegal occupation of forest land in Odisha. According to multiple reports, Khan took control of approximately 100 acres of forest land situated in the tribal-dominated Motu region, located in the Malkangiri district. On this illegally seized land, Khan went on to establish what is now known as Islam Nagar, turning the area into his own domain. What’s particularly troubling is that these actions appear to have been carried out with the support and encouragement from the previous BJD government, allowing Khan to expand his illegal empire unchecked.

In a series of petitions calling for the criminalization of marital rape in India, the Union of India has presented a preliminary affidavit before the Supreme Court, asserting that existing laws already provide sufficient protection for married women against sexual violence. The Centre argues that extending the offense of "rape" to marital relationships could be viewed as "excessively harsh" and disproportionate given the unique dynamics of marriage.

In a significant ruling on 30th September, the Bareilly court convicted Mohammed Alim in a case of what is widely known as "love jihad." The court found Alim guilty of deceiving a woman into a relationship by pretending to be someone else—an act that tragically led to coercion, violence, and threats. Posing as "Anand," Alim managed to convince the woman that he was a Hindu, with the false intention of marriage. Once trust was established, he coerced her into sexual relations under false pretenses, leaving her in a vulnerable and dangerous situation.

In a decisive action aimed at reclaiming government land, the Gujarat administration carried out a large-scale demolition drive on 28th September 2024, targeting illegal religious structures, including a mosque, a 500-year-old graveyard, and several dargahs near the sacred Somnath Temple. This move has drawn both praise and criticism, but it is undeniable that the Gujarat government took a firm stand against unlawful encroachments that had plagued this region for years.