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Suresh Wadkar fondly recalls his early encounter with a young AR Rahman, then known as Dileep, praising his synthesizer skills. Their collaboration on the hit song ‘Pyaar Ye Jaane Kaisa Hai’ from Rangeela was a success. However, a subsequent recording session faced hurdles, leading to disagreements and ultimately preventing further collaborations, despite Wadkar’s continued respect…

BJP in Assam welcomes the state government’s decision to strictly implement the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act, 1950, to expedite the expulsion of illegal foreigners. The decision empowers district commissioners to identify and deport illegal immigrants within 10 days, streamlining the process.

Following a disastrous 33-8 defeat to the Colts, the Miami Dolphins face immediate turmoil. Trade rumors surrounding Tyreek Hill have surfaced, potentially reuniting him with the Chiefs. Head coach Mike McDaniel’s job security is also in question as the team struggles on both offense and defense, needing a turnaround to avoid significant mid-season changes.

Following a jailbreak in Nepal’s Mahottari district, Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) apprehended ten escapees, including two Indian nationals, in Sitamarhi, Bihar. The prisoners, all undertrials, were handed over to local police as security measures intensified along the border. Authorities are maintaining heightened vigilance and conducting coordinated patrols to ensure border security.

Sahibganj police busted a human trafficking operation in Sakrugarh, arresting Mary Soren and Sanjay Soren. Two minor girls were rescued from a rented house where they were being prepped for trafficking under the guise of job opportunities. Authorities seized cash, forged documents, and records. Mary Soren, a repeat offender, allegedly transported victims to major cities.

Hunterganj police, acting on a tip, arrested Lakshman Kumar, a notorious bike thief, in the Karma-Pandepura area during a vehicle checking operation. Kumar attempted to escape but was apprehended, leading to the recovery of two stolen bikes and a mobile phone.

Ahead of Durga Puja, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has instructed PWD to prioritize repairing damaged roads, footpaths, and closing open manholes in Guwahati. The focus is on areas affected by flyover construction. The department has also been directed to ensure proper drain cover replacement after cleaning and expedite repairs on key roads in Guwahati,…

The Union Cabinet has approved the doubling of the Bhagalpur-Dumka-Rampurhat railway line, spanning across Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal, with an investment of ₹3,169 crore. This project aims to enhance rail capacity, improve mobility, and reduce congestion on busy routes. It will also boost connectivity to pilgrimage sites and benefit approximately 28.

In Patna, tragedy struck as Medha Kumari, a 19-year-old student, was found dead in her rented room, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death. In another incident, Ganesh Prasad, a 50-year-old security guard, was discovered deceased in a building basement, leading to a probe amid family suspicions of foul play, with authorities…

Following Prime Minister Oli’s resignation, heightened security measures are in place along the India-Nepal border due to political unrest and protests. Indian tourists and workers are stranded, with disrupted transport and reports of violence. Authorities are on high alert as trade and livelihoods suffer, and the Indian Embassy provides helpline assistance amid the turmoil.