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Burari case echoes in Madhya Pradesh as family of 5 found dead in suspected suicide

In a chilling incident similar to the 2018 Burari case, the bodies of a farmer, his wife, and their three children were discovered in their home in Ravdi village, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. The police suspect it to be a case of suicide, and a thorough investigation is underway.

Bihar government cancels contracts worth Rs 826 crore awarded during 'Mahagathbandhan' regime

The NDA government in Bihar has cancelled 350 contracts worth Rs 826 crore awarded during the previous RJD-led 'Mahagathbandhan' government due to irregularities in selecting contractors for rural water supply projects. The Public Health Engineering Department uncovered discrepancies and initiated a thorough probe. RJD leaders criticised the cancellations, claiming the NDA is intimidated by the success of the previous government's welfare initiatives.

Delhi HC seeks response from Bina Modi, other family branches

A Division Bench led by Justice Neena Bansal Krishna also issued notice to Bina’s children - Charu, Samir and Lalit Modi, besides various companies -Rajputana Developers, Kaushambi Industries, KK Modi Investment & Financial Services, Modicare Ltd and Premium Tradelink.

Godfrey Phillips executive director Samir Modi alleges threat from mother, seeks police protection

Samir Modi seeks protection from Delhi Police amid estate distribution feud with mother, alleging threats from Bina Modi and Lalit Bhasin. He heads businesses like Colorbar Cosmetics and Modicare. Legal battle in the Supreme Court over trust deed.

Delhi hotels to get busy with post-poll activity

Bookings in key hotels in Delhi are rising due to political activities involving key ministers, new MPs, and the swearing-in ceremony of the new government.

Key Delhi hotels see an uptick in bookings post election results

Hoteliers said they expect bookings to pick up further in the coming weeks with corporates also looking to plan trips after ministerial allocations. Tarun Thakral, chief operating officer of the Le Meridien hotel, noted a surge in bookings since Wednesday due to the hotel's central location near the Parliament and government ministries. He mentioned that they are currently at 70-80% occupancy and could reach up to 90% soon.

HC acquits Gurmeet Ram Rahim in Ranjit Singh's murder case

Gurmeet Ram Rahim Case: Gurmeet Ram Rahim was acquitted by the Punjab & Haryana High Court in the murder case of Ranjit Singh. The court, led by Justices Sureshwar Thakur and Lalit Batra, granted this verdict while accepting an appeal filed by the Dera chief against his conviction. Ram Rahim had been found guilty by a special CBI court in Panchkula in rape and two murder cases involving journalist Ram Chander Chhatarpati and former Dera manager Ranjit Singh.

V-Mart expects to grow 18-19% this year, says Lalit Agarwal

Lalit Agarwal, Founder & MD of V-Mart Retail, aims for 18-19% growth in a value-driven retail sector. Improved footfalls and consumer demand in smaller towns are observed. Efforts focus on providing best products, prices, and catering to Gen Z preferences. The Limeroad acquisition's impact on online burn and future scale-up plans are under scrutiny.

Who are the 'vote-eating' Corbett leopards? The reason behind Uttarakhand's election dilemma

In the upcoming Lok Sabha elections on April 19 in Garhwal (Pauri Garhwal) and Nainital-Udham Singh Nagar, one of the major issues is the conflict between humans and big cats. The BJP won both seats in 2019. As the polls approach again, voters are faced with a decision: to boycott or to vote? While some consider boycotting, others are considering the 'None Of The Above (NOTA)' option.

Sushmita Sen reveals her wedding plans, being friends with exes: 'I will get married...'

Sushmita Sen candidly discusses her views on marriage plans and maintaining friendships with ex-partners, expressing a positive outlook towards getting married in the future. She emphasizes the importance of honesty, dignity, and openness in relationships while reflecting on her personal journey and past experiences with exes. On the professional front, Sen's work in the Disney+ Hotstar series 'Aarya' has been acclaimed, showcasing her talent and storytelling skills.

Artist A Ramachandran dies from prolonged illness at 89

Born in 1935 in Attingal, Kerala, Ramachandran was known for his monumental canvases, colourful oils and watercolours. In 2002, he was elected a Fellow of the Lalit Kala Akademi and received the Padma Bhushan for outstanding service to the nation in 2005.

Accused have been planning Parliament breach since 2015, claim officials

The main accused, Manoranjan D and Sagar Sharma who jumped into the Lok Sabha well, were the initial members of the group. Lalit Jha, Neelam Devi and Amol Shinde joined it later. Three others, who were also part of the online forum, are being questioned and one of them is said to be involved in arranging logistics for the meetings where they made the planning, the sources said.

Lok Sabha security breach: Accused Mahesh Kumawat's custody extended till Jan 5

Special Judge Hardeep Kaur extended Kumawat's custody on an application moved by the Delhi Police. The police told the court that he was required to be questioned to unearth the entire conspiracy.

Parliament security breach case: Court extends custodial remand of Lalit Jha till January 5

The Patiala House Court of Delhi extended the custodial remand of accused Lalit Jha by 14 days in the Parliament security breach case. Delhi Police revealed Jha's disclosure of a conspiracy to create anarchy and force government compliance. The police sought an extended remand to investigate the larger conspiracy, motive, and connections to potential enemy countries or terror organizations.

Our son can't do this: Parents of Parliament security breach mastermind Lalit Jha

The parents of alleged mastermind Lalit Jha, who was arrested in a Parliament security breach, are in shock. Jha's father, Devanand, who practices priestcraft in Kolkata, is dismayed by the attention his ancestral house in Bihar has been attracting. The incident occurred on the anniversary of the 2001 terror attack and has triggered a political slugfest. The ruling BJP has alleged that the arrested persons were set up by the fledgling INDIA coalition.

Parliament security breach: Police recover burnt phone parts of accused in Rajasthan

Phone parts belonging to the accused in the Parliament security breach incident have been recovered in burnt condition from Rajasthan, according to police sources. Lalit Jha, the main accused, reportedly destroyed five mobile phones before reaching Delhi and misled investigators. Prior to the security breach, the accused had handed over their phones to Jha to hinder the police from obtaining crucial information.

Parliament security breach: Delhi Police recover mobile phones of six accused in burnt condition

Parliament security breach: 'Serious issue, need to go to the root cause,' says PM Modi

Parliament security breach accused considered self-immolation, other options: Officials

Parliament security breach: The five individuals arrested in the case revealed that, before settling on jumping into the Lok Sabha's chamber with smoke canisters, they considered self-immolation and distributing pamphlets, according to Delhi Police officials. The accused, who executed the breach during Zero Hour, had initially explored impactful ways to convey their message.

Lalit Jha's brother expresses shock over his involvement in Parliament security breach

Shambhu Jha, elder brother of Lalit Mohan Jha, the alleged mastermind behind the Parliament security breach, expressed disbelief and shock over Lalit's arrest. Lalit, arrested in New Delhi, was described as calm and quiet by his brother, who was unaware of his involvement. Neighbours recalled Lalit as a reserved individual, and a local tea stall owner remembered him as a teacher who disappeared two years ago.

Who is Lalit Mohan Jha? The Kolkata connection of the mastermind behind Parliament security breach

Lalit Mohan Jha, the alleged mastermind behind the December 13 Parliament security breach, was arrested on Thursday after he turned himself in to the Police, following a manhunt. Accompanied by an accomplice, Jha is linked to the dramatic breach where individuals released smoke and slogans in the Lok Sabha. Jha, a former teacher in Kolkata, had a low profile. He was briefly associated with an NGO. The arrest suggests a breakthrough in the security breach, exposing vulnerabilities in Parliament's security.

Parliament security breach: Mastermind Lalit Jha arrested in Delhi

Four individuals arrested in connection with the security breach in Parliament have been charged under the anti-terror law UAPA, in addition to sections of the Indian Penal Code.

Parliament security breach accused Lalit Jha arrested by Delhi Police