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SI raped me, MP pressured me to falsify medical reports of accused in police cases, says Maha doctor in 4-page suicide note

IANS | October 25, 2025 10:53 AM

Satara (Maharashtra), Oct 25 (IANS) A 26-year-old female doctor who allegedly committed suicide in Maharashtra’s Satara district, left behind a detailed four page suicide note apart from the inked note on the palm of her hand, stating that a police officer raped her four times and exerted pressure on her to issue fake fitness certificates of accused in police cases. It has now emerged in her note that she was allegedly under pressure not only from police officials but even from a Member of Parliament (MP) and his personal assistants.

Piyush Pandey played a pivotal role in raising awareness about UJALA scheme: Piyush Goyal

IANS | October 25, 2025 10:01 AM

New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) The Unnat Jyoti by Affordable LEDs for All (UJALA) scheme, launched a decade ago, has become a grand success and the credit for raising awareness goes to Piyush Pandey — a Padma Shri recipient and architect of the Indian advertising — Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Saturday.

India to engage constructively with UN to advance voice of Global South: Minister

IANS | October 25, 2025 9:36 AM

New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) India will continue to engage constructively with the United Nations (UN) to advance peace, sustainable development and the voice of the Global South, according to Union Minister Manohar Lal.

My salutations, respect to all those observing fast: PM Modi extends heartfelt greetings to devotees on Nahay Khaay

IANS | October 25, 2025 9:24 AM

New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended his heartfelt greetings to devotees across the country on the occasion of Nahay Khaay, marking the beginning of the four-day-long Chhath puja.

Chirag Paswan accuses RJD of using Muslims as 'bonded vote bank'

IANS | October 25, 2025 9:18 AM

Patna, Oct 25 (IANS) Union Minister for Food Processing Industries and Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) chief Chirag Paswan on Saturday launched a sharp attack on the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), accusing it of exploiting the Muslim community for votes while denying them top political positions.

Four-day festival of faith, Chhath Puja begins with the ritual of ‘Nahay-Khaay’

IANS | October 25, 2025 8:54 AM

New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) The four-day festival of faith and devotion, Chhath Puja, began on Saturday with the sacred ritual of Nahay-Khaay. Dedicated to the Sun god, the festival celebrates the harmony between nature and humanity, embodying purity, gratitude, and discipline.

Chhattisgarh gears up for historic PM Modi visit during Rajyotsav on Nov 1, holiday declared

IANS | October 24, 2025 11:07 PM

Raipur, Oct 24 (IANS) Chhattisgarh is gearing up to witness a significant moment as Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to visit the state on November 1 to inaugurate the Martyr Veer Narayan Singh Tribal Freedom Fighter Memorial and Museum.

‘Gandhi’s 20th century to Modi’s 21st’: Maha CM highlights Berjis Desai’s bold claim

IANS | October 24, 2025 11:03 PM

Mumbai, Oct 24 (IANS) The Durbar Hall of Raj Bhavan shimmered under its chandeliers on Friday evening as the book ‘Modi’s Mission’ was formally unveiled, and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was the first to react to the book before the media.

Maharashtra: Woman doctor’s suicide sparks outrage across political spectrum

IANS | October 24, 2025 10:51 PM

Mumbai, Oct 24 (IANS) A death of a woman doctor, allegedly by suicide at a government-run hospital in Maharashtra’s Phaltan taluka in Satara district in a hotel room, has evoked angry reactions from ruling and opposition party leaders. She left a note on her palm, accusing a police officer of raping and sexually harassing her over the past five months.

Op Sindoor embodiment of India’s military prowess: Rajnath Singh (Lead)

IANS | October 24, 2025 10:27 PM

Jaipur, Oct 24 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh took stock of the security situation and the operational preparedness of the Indian Army during the Army Commanders’ Conference in Jaisalmer, and the visit to the forward areas of Tanot and Laungewala in Rajasthan on Friday.

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SI raped me, MP pressured me to falsify medical reports of accused in police cases, says Maha doctor in 4-page suicide note

Piyush Pandey played a pivotal role in raising awareness about UJALA scheme: Piyush Goyal

India to engage constructively with UN to advance voice of Global South: Minister

My salutations, respect to all those observing fast: PM Modi extends heartfelt greetings to devotees on Nahay Khaay

Chirag Paswan accuses RJD of using Muslims as 'bonded vote bank'

Four-day festival of faith, Chhath Puja begins with the ritual of ‘Nahay-Khaay’

Chhattisgarh gears up for historic PM Modi visit during Rajyotsav on Nov 1, holiday declared

‘Gandhi’s 20th century to Modi’s 21st’: Maha CM highlights Berjis Desai’s bold claim

Maharashtra: Woman doctor’s suicide sparks outrage across political spectrum

Op Sindoor embodiment of India’s military prowess: Rajnath Singh (Lead)

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