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Mahakumbh Prepares to Achieve Four New World Records

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1 year ago

February 13, 2025

Following the conclusion of the Magh Purnima bathing ritual, the Mela Authorities have begun preparations to establish new milestones for the Mahakumbh, with a team from the Guinness Book of World Records scheduled to arrive.

With over 480 million individuals having bathed at the world-renowned Mahakumbh to date, the event has already set the record for the largest gathering in the world. The fair administration has now initiated plans to achieve four additional world records starting this Friday.

According to the Mela Authorities, on Friday, around 15,000 sanitation workers will be deployed to clean a 10 km stretch along the banks of the Ganges in the Sangam area. This comes after Kumbh-2019, where 10,000 sanitation workers collectively set a record through a massive cleanup effort.

On February 15, 300 workers will enter the river to intensify the cleanliness campaign. A new record will also be set on February 16, with 1,000 e-rickshaws running along the Triveni route as part of the festivities. Additionally, on February 17, there will be an attempt to record handprints from 10,000 participants.

Mela officer Vijay Kiran Anand stated that all necessary preparations are in place to achieve these four records, with the process being conducted under careful supervision.

In the previous Kumbh held in Prayagraj in 2019, three records were established, which are now recognized by the Guinness World Records. These include the largest traffic management system featuring over 500 shuttle buses, the largest cleanliness and waste disposal operation with 10,000 workers, and a handprint record involving 7,500 individuals.

This year, efforts will be made to surpass two existing records related to handprints and sanitation from 2019.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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24 hours ago

May 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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3 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.