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A Mother’s Lap: The Ultimate Classroom, Says Sonowal

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11 months ago

March 3, 2025

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal highlighted the vital contribution of women to nation-building during his address at the Central Foundation Day of the All-Assam Sonowal Kachari Women’s Association (AASKWA) in Dibrugarh. He remarked that “a mother’s lap is the world’s best institution of learning.”

While speaking at the event, he praised the government’s dedication to empowering women, asserting that “under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the empowerment of women has opened the door to a prosperous and self-reliant society and nation.”

Referencing the Rigveda, Sonowal emphasized the historically significant role women have played in fostering a progressive and inclusive society. “A mother motivates her children to pursue knowledge and instills courage in them. Realizing one’s potential requires effort and perseverance,” he stated.

Furthermore, he stressed the importance of marrying technological progress with human values, saying, “While progress is necessary, it is incomplete without humanity. We must prioritize human values to tackle the challenges we face.”

Sonowal urged the Sonowal Kachari community to strive for excellence through skill, resilience, and commitment. “Success does not come easy; it requires facing competition and challenges. The diverse ethnic groups of Assam must advance through education, culture, and sports. It is our duty to uplift the Sonowal Kachari community through tangible actions, not mere words,” he emphasized.

Encouraging women to take the forefront in instigating change, Sonowal called for the community to adopt hard work and determination. “Prime Minister Modi exemplifies dedication by working nearly 18 hours a day. We should all aspire to match his commitment for the benefit of our nation.”

He reaffirmed the government’s ongoing efforts over the past decade to empower women, stating, “Millions of women in India have achieved self-reliance, significantly contributing to national progress and economic growth. By 2047, we envision a self-reliant and developed India, and I urge the women of this community to lead this initiative. An empowered women’s force will accelerate national development and prosperity.”

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Three Burned Alive as Car Falls from Bridge in Gujarat’s Rajkot

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1 week ago

January 31, 2026

Namma Kudla

Gujarat: A tragic accident claimed the lives of three people in Gujarat’s Rajkot district on Monday.A car fell from a bridge and caught fire, killing all occupants on the spot.

The incident occurred on the Gondal–Atkot highway.The car was travelling from Chhota Udepur towards Gondal.

According to reports, the vehicle hit the bridge’s safety barrier.After the collision, the car fell nearly eight feet into a small stream below the bridge.

Soon after the fall, the car caught fire.The occupants were trapped inside the vehicle and were unable to escape.All three were burned alive and died at the scene.

Police and fire personnel rushed to the spot after receiving information.The fire was later brought under control.The bodies were recovered and sent for post-mortem examination.

The exact cause of the accident is under investigation. Further details are awaited.

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Girl Records Reels Inside Jail, Video Sparks Debate

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1 week ago

January 30, 2026

Namma Kudla

Bhopal: A young woman has come under public attention after recording reels inside a jail while meeting her boyfriend.

The incident happened at Raipur Central Jail in Chhattisgarh, which is known for high security. Mobile phones are strictly not allowed inside the jail. Despite this rule, the woman carried her phone into the visitor room.

She recorded videos while talking to her boyfriend during the meeting. In the video, she speaks emotionally about visiting him on his birthday. She says she feels sad because she cannot stay with him on his special day.

After the meeting, she uploaded the video on her social media account. The video quickly went viral on different platforms. The inmate seen in the video is identified as Tarakeshwar.

He is currently lodged in Raipur Central Jail. He is an accused in a case under the NDPS Act. The incident has raised serious questions about jail security.

People on social media are criticising jail staff and officials. Many users are asking how a mobile phone was allowed inside the jail.

They are also questioning the checking process at the jail entrance. So far, jail authorities have not given any official reaction.

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MBBS Student Alleges She Was Drugged, Raped by Friend in Delhi Hotel

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4 months ago

October 6, 2025

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: An 18-year-old MBBS student has accused a 20-year-old male friend of drugging and sexually assaulting her at a hotel in Delhi’s Adarsh Nagar area. The alleged incident took place on September 9, police officials said.

According to the complaint, the accused, who is also a medical student, invited the woman to “Hotel Apple” on the pretext of spending time together. Once there, he allegedly gave her a drink laced with drugs and then raped her.

The survivor told police that the accused recorded obscene videos and took pictures during the assault. He later threatened to make the content viral if she reported the incident.

The woman, a native of Jind in Haryana, is currently staying at the hostel of Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College in Rohini, Delhi.

Based on her complaint, police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. A search is underway to locate and arrest the accused, officials added.

In a separate case earlier this month, a school manager in Uttar Pradesh was arrested for allegedly raping a Class 8 student. In February, a tuition teacher in Delhi’s CR Park area was accused of repeatedly raping a 15-year-old student over three years and threatening her with blackmail.