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Egg businessman Vijay Kumar Sah was shot dead by unknown assailants in Narkatiaganj. His body was found in the bushes near Nandpur Railway Dhala, he was shot in the head. The family members have accused the police of not taking action despite threats. Earlier in 2025, he was attacked with a knife. Police are investigating the matter and have assured to arrest the culprits soon.
In Mohaniya, the Special Surveillance Department arrested two officials of the Land Conservation Department, Ravi Shankar Ram and Anjani Kumar, red-handed while accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000. These officers were demanding commission from farmers for payment of boring amount under the Prime Minister Agricultural Irrigation Scheme. This is a continuous action of monitoring against corruption in Kaimur district, in which many big officials have been caught earlier also.
Cold has suddenly returned in Gorakhpur, where westerly winds and fog have dropped the temperature. The fog turned into clouds blocking the sunlight, making both day and night cold. Meteorologists have attributed this to western disturbance. However, in the next three-four days, due to intense sunlight, the temperature will increase and the cold will reduce.
There is controversy over the removal of Indian hockey team's experienced midfielder Manpreet Singh from the probable list of Pro League. According to sources, he was dropped from the South Africa tour due to disciplinary reasons. However, Manpreet has clarified that after playing continuously, he himself had asked for rest to spend time with the family, which was approved by the coach.
The state tax department investigated Kamal Hosiery Products firm of Agra on charges of tax evasion. The vehicles related to the purchase indicated by the firm were not seen at the toll plaza, and a gap was also found in the stock. After preliminary investigation confirmed tax evasion, Rs 40 lakh has been deposited from the firm. Further investigation is underway, which may result in additional taxes and penalties.
The Central Government has included HPV vaccine in the National Immunization Program for the prevention of cervical cancer. In Uttarakhand also, the roster for training of health workers from Doon Hospital has been released. This initiative will be helpful in reducing the mortality rate due to cervical cancer in women. This vaccine, targeted at adolescent girls aged 9-14 years, will now be accessible to remote and economically weaker sections, which will significantly reduce the risk of cancer.
Sunetra Pawar has reached Mumbai to become the first woman Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra. After the demise of Ajit Pawar, he will be elected the leader of the legislature party of the Nationalist Congress Party. The Sharad Pawar faction has no knowledge of this decision, while Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has confirmed the BJP's support. She can take oath today.
In Gorakhpur, the administration demolished a building which was becoming a hindrance in the channelization of Goddhoiya drain and renovation of Ramgarhtal. This action was taken by the team of Revenue Department and Jal Nigam in Maithripuram area. The building owner had already been compensated, but the encroachment was not removed. Strict action will continue against those who obstruct construction work, notices have also been issued to 12 other buildings.
Gorakhpur Industrial Development Authority GIDA has issued final notice to 18 allottees who did not set up industries despite being allotted land years ago. This action is being taken following the instructions of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. If satisfactory response is not received, the allotment will be cancelled. Action is also likely to be taken on more than 100 other allottees, which will boost industrial investment.
A doctor couple died on the spot in a horrific road accident on Saturday morning near Sarai Toll Plaza on Hajipur-Muzaffarpur NH-22. Patna resident Dr. Jitendra Prasad and his wife lost their lives in the collision between a car and a truck, while the driver is seriously injured. The couple were going from Araria to Patna. Police are investigating the matter and the search for the truck driver is ongoing.