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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.

The horrific rape and murder case surrounding RG Kar Medical College has left West Bengal in a state of unrest for over 40 days, with protests raging across Kolkata. The city's streets are flooded with demonstrators who are fed up with the blatant failures of the Mamata Banerjee government. Many are convinced that the administration is deliberately diverting attention from the real issue, resorting to "whataboutery" to downplay the heinous crime. This "whataboutery" only seeks to distract from the gravity of the situation, making it clear that justice is being thwarted, especially when it involves crimes as serious as rape.

A recent incident at a Coca-Cola factory in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, has led to significant public outrage. The factory, which belongs to the American beverage giant, was seen cutting off the Kalavas—a sacred thread worn by Hindus—of its Hindu employees. This act has been deemed deeply disrespectful and has raised concerns over the factory's disregard for Hindu religious sentiments.

Bhubaneswar: Four days after the distressing and disgraceful incident, Army Major Gurbant Singh’s fiancée, Ankita Pradhan, came forward today to recount the harrowing experience she endured at the hands of the police. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, highlighting the mistreatment she faced while seeking justice.