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تلنگانہ میں اردو روزنامہ نے اشتہارات میں کٹوتیوں کے بعد خالی ایڈیٹوریل شائع کیا

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2 years ago

March 13, 2025

Munsif Daily, the largest Urdu daily in India based in Hyderabad, made headlines on Thursday by publishing a blank editorial in protest against the Congress government’s actions in Telangana, led by Revanth Reddy. The newspaper accused the government of withdrawing its advertisements as a form of retaliation for reporting the truth.

This act is reminiscent of the press restrictions during the Emergency, which led to some newspapers, like The Statesman, opting to print blank editorials in dissent.

In addition to the blank editorial, Munsif Daily also published a special feature, asserting that it faced punitive measures for its commitment to honesty rather than government propaganda. The publication alleged that the cut in advertisements followed its coverage of multiple communal incidents in Telangana after the new administration took office, including the nighttime demolition of an abandoned mosque in Chilkur, which the government has avoided addressing.

The newspaper also highlighted issues like the controversial change in the school uniform for girls in minority residential schools, which removed the dupatta, and criticized the government for its delays in addressing the salaries of imams and muezzins, alongside the absence of a Muslim minister in the cabinet.

The feature drew parallels to Indira Gandhi’s censorial approach during the Emergency, suggesting that the government aimed to undermine Munsif Daily financially because it could not silence the truth. Referring to Rahul Gandhi’s remarks in Washington, DC in December 2023, about press freedom being endangered in India, Munsif Daily pointed out the contradiction of his party’s actions in Telangana, stifling the press instead.

The newspaper noted that while many Urdu publications across the country criticize the Modi government, they have not faced similar withdrawals of central advertisements.

“Perhaps authorities believed they could coerce Munsif into silence by cutting this financial support. However, we neither yield nor compromise our reporting. As a symbol of protest against this unjust treatment, we have intentionally left today’s editorial blank,” declared the publication. This bold move by the prominent Urdu daily has stirred significant attention in the state, especially within minority communities.

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Marriage Turns into Alleged Fraud as Woman Flees with Jewellery

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1 day ago

October 7, 2026

Namma Kudla

Chandigarh: A woman who allegedly posed as a PCS officer and married an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader in Punjab reportedly fled with gold and silver jewellery and other valuables just a few months after the wedding.

AAP Joint Secretary Amarinder Singh Mandofal has alleged that he was cheated by the woman, identified as Manwinder Kaur. The two got married in February 2026 after Kaur’s family introduced her to Amarinder as a PCS officer.

According to Amarinder’s complaint, the woman was also presented as unmarried. However, he later allegedly discovered that she had been married earlier and had a son aged around 18. He also claimed that she had provided false information about her age.

The woman allegedly left the house with gold and silver jewellery and other valuable items a few months after the marriage. Amarinder said he became suspicious and later gathered information about her past.

Based on his complaint, police have registered a case against six people, including Kaur, on charges of cheating and forgery.

The FIR names her brother Tarlochan Singh, mother Varinderjit Kaur, cousin Narinder Singh Goldy, sister-in-law Rupinder Kaur, and former village sarpanch Surinder Singh Rana as co-accused.

Police said all the accused are residents of Sur Singh village under the Bhikhiwind police station limits in Tarn Taran district.

The wedding had been attended by several prominent AAP leaders and public representatives, including Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan and Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sondh.

Videos and pictures from the wedding celebrations have also gone viral on social media.

Police have begun an investigation into the allegations and the background of the accused.

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Man Dies by Suicide after Jumping from 43rd Floor

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4 days ago

October 4, 2026

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Noida: A man died by suicide after jumping from the 43rd floor of the Supernova Tower in Noida on Saturday.

The incident took place at the Supernova complex in Sector 94. A video shows the man standing near the railing before jumping. Another person tried to stop him but could not prevent the incident.

Police identified the deceased as Sambhav Jain, a resident of Manesar, Haryana. He had reportedly checked into an Airbnb in the building on Friday and was scheduled to leave on Saturday.

Police said Jain had called his father several times before the incident. His family has been informed.

The police and forensic teams inspected the spot and collected evidence. CCTV footage is also being checked as part of the investigation.

Police said Jain was reportedly under severe financial stress. His body has been sent for a post-mortem examination.

The investigation is underway.

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Captain Smit Machchhar Shares Ordeal with PM Modi

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5 days ago

October 3, 2026

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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Captain Smit Machchhar over a video call and praised his courage after he helped prevent a major air disaster.

Captain Machchhar was seriously injured after his co-pilot allegedly stabbed him during a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv on Wednesday. The Boeing 737 MAX reportedly lost nearly 14,000 feet in less than 30 seconds.

Passengers and crew members entered the cockpit and overpowered the co-pilot. A second pair of pilots then took control and safely landed the aircraft in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. More than 170 passengers and crew were on board.

Speaking from his hospital bed, Captain Machchhar told PM Modi that he was badly injured and had collapsed in the cockpit. He realised that the aircraft was rapidly losing altitude and that he had to act.

“I could not let all those people die,” he told the Prime Minister.

Captain Machchhar said his 17 years of flying experience helped him understand what was happening to the aircraft. He managed to open the cockpit door, after which passengers and crew came to his help.

He also said he was chanting the Hanuman Chalisa while fighting the pain and fear.

PM Modi praised the captain’s courage, patience and presence of mind. He said Captain Machchhar’s actions helped save many lives and called his effort a “monumental task.”

Captain Machchhar, who is from Gujarat, has more than 9,750 flying hours and has served as a captain for 11 years.