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R K Singh torches BJP brass, dares Bihar parties on Kshatriya snub
BJP parliamentarian R.K. Singh criticized scattered political support among Kshatriya voters during recent public statements. The former Union Minister addressed community members at the Bihar office launch of Kshatriya Kalyan Sangathan on Tuesday. Singh blamed fragmented voting patterns for weakening Kshatriya influence across political parties. He contrasted this approach with other communities that demonstrate unified electoral behavior. Singh demanded that Kshatriyas support only those parties offering substantial candidate representation in Bihar Assembly contests. The politician acknowledged his party's failure to adequately represent Kshatriya interests in leadership positions. Singh referenced successful community consolidation...
NDA mocks Congress Patna show, calls CWC meet a ‘last-ditch’ circus
Bihar's National Democratic Alliance leaders have condemned the Congress Working Committee meeting held at Patna's historic Sadaqat Ashram. Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha characterized the gathering as a desperate attempt by Congress to rebuild political influence before the 2025 Assembly elections. Minister Santosh Kumar Suman from Hindustani Awam Morcha urged Congress to distance itself from the Rashtriya Janata Dal if party leaders genuinely wish to serve Bihar's population. The criticism targets Congress for neglecting the state during decades of previous political dominance. NDA officials dismiss the meeting as empty political theater lacking meaningful substance. Over 170 prominent Congress figures attended the...
Sophie Devine eyes World Cup glory, tags India and Aussies as threats
New Zealand captain Sophie Devine has named Australia, India, and Sri Lanka as the toughest competitors for the upcoming Women's ODI World Cup beginning September 30. The defending T20 World Cup champions seek their first 50-over title since claiming victory in 2000. Devine announced her retirement from ODI cricket following this tournament. Australia presents the biggest challenge as defending champions, while India benefits from home advantage and strong squad depth. Sri Lanka also poses significant threats when competing on familiar territory. The White Ferns completed extensive preparation through a two-week training camp at Chennai Super Kings Academy during August. Ten squad members joined head coach Ben Sawyer and assistant...
Kharge roasts Modi and Nitish at Patna, calls Bihar a ‘double engine’ joke
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge delivered harsh criticism against the Modi administration during Wednesday's Congress Working Committee session at Patna's Sadaqat Ashram. The political leader accused the government of multiple failures spanning domestic governance, economic management, and international diplomacy. He claimed that Modi's foreign policy missteps have damaged India's global standing and created numerous international complications. Kharge questioned the Election Commission's integrity while alleging systematic attempts to manipulate voter registration processes. The Congress chief warned that electoral fraud threatens the rights of marginalized communities. Economic mismanagement emerged as another major criticism...
Vicky Kaushal bags an award for Sam Bahadur, flaunts Katrina’s baby bump
Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal celebrated the recognition of his biographical war drama at the 71st National Film Awards ceremony. The film Sam Bahadur received the Best Feature Film Promoting National, Social and Environmental Values honor. Director Meghna Gulzar accepted the award at the September 23 event held in New Delhi. Kaushal shared Instagram stories featuring the award moment with heart emojis. The movie portrays the life of Sam Manekshaw, India's first field marshal. The same day brought personal celebration as Kaushal and wife Katrina Kaif announced their first pregnancy. Both actors shared a collaborative Instagram post showing Kaif's baby bump in a polaroid photograph. The couple expressed excitement about beginning their...
Nairobi drivers stack six cars on the Southern Bypass, blame brakes
A multi-vehicle collision occurred during morning hours on Nairobi's Southern bypass, resulting in damage to six automobiles. Authorities confirmed that no individuals sustained injuries during the incident. Heavy traffic congestion developed at the accident site before officers arrived to manage the situation. Police personnel began an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Officials cleared the roadway after assessing the damage and gathering initial information. Law enforcement officers determined that multiple drivers bore responsibility for the chain-reaction collision. The lead vehicle operator received no fault assignment from investigating personnel. Drivers behind the front car engaged in abrupt braking...
Manathai Thirudi Vittai director Narayanamurthy dies at 59 in Chennai
Tamil film director R.D. Narayanamurthy died Tuesday night at Omandurar Government Hospital in Chennai at age 59. Medical staff had treated the filmmaker for one week before his death. His wife Hamsaveni and son Lokeswaran survive him. The family will conduct funeral ceremonies Friday after their son returns from London. Hospital officials will transfer his remains to a private facility before moving them to his Pammal residence in Kancheepuram district. Narayanamurthy gained recognition through his romantic comedy Manathai Thirudi Vittai, which starred Prabhu Deva, Vadivelu, and Gayatri Jayaraman. The film's comedic sequences and musical numbers remain popular today. Vadivelu's performances with Prabhu Deva and late actor Vivek became...
Murkomen flexes drones and new toys as Wajir sweats al-Shabaab raids
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced major government investments in advanced security technology to combat al-Shabaab militants. The official spoke to journalists in Wajir during his regional security engagement tour on Tuesday. Kenya has enhanced its defense capabilities through upgraded vehicles resistant to improvised explosive devices, expanded aerial operations, drone surveillance, and improved multi-agency cooperation. These technological advances have strengthened the nation's capacity to counter cross-border terrorist threats effectively. Additional support provides police with enhanced vehicles, new stations, and water facilities. Murkomen connected regional insecurity with economic underdevelopment...
Nyali’s Boma Yangu digs hit 28 percent, Maweni locals cash in
The Mombasa County government reports steady advancement on the Nyali VOK housing development, which has achieved twenty-eight percent construction progress. Officials confirm that 1,932 residential units will become available through the Boma Yangu sales platform within this 23-acre site in Maweni Sub-Location. The February 2025 launch under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda connects housing delivery with employment generation and community economic growth. Housing Principal Secretary Charles Hinga emphasizes the project's broader impact beyond residential provision. The development creates wealth-building opportunities while addressing accommodation needs across multiple income brackets. Construction activities have...
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