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President Droupadi Murmu Honors Zakir Husain with Floral Tributes on His Birth Anniversary

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1 year ago

February 8, 2025

On Saturday, President Droupadi Murmu honored the memory of Dr. Zakir Husain, the former President of India, by laying floral tributes at Rashtrapati Bhavan in celebration of his birth anniversary. In a post shared on X, Rashtrapati Bhavan stated, “President Droupadi Murmu paid floral tributes to Dr. Zakir Husain, former President of India, on his birth anniversary at Rashtrapati Bhavan.”

Dr. Zakir Husain was the third President of India, serving from May 13, 1967, until his passing on May 3, 1969. He was born on February 8, 1897, in Hyderabad, according to Rashtrapati Bhavan.

After completing his early education in Hyderabad, Husain attended Aligarh Muslim University, where he earned a PhD in Economics. His deep passion for education and intellectual development inspired him to co-found the National Muslim University in Aligarh, which later relocated to Delhi and became known as Jamia Millia Islamia.

Husain held the positions of Vice Chancellor at both Aligarh Muslim University and Jamia Millia Islamia, where his visionary leadership left a lasting impact on these institutions.

Beyond his contributions to education, Husain was actively engaged in the Indian freedom movement. Following India’s independence, he occupied several prominent political roles, including serving as the Governor of Bihar from 1957 to 1962 and as Vice President of India from 1962 until his presidency.

Elected as President of India on May 13, 1967, Dr. Zakir Husain made history as the first Muslim to hold this prestigious office. He passed away on May 3, 1969.

In a separate engagement, Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar visited Rashtrapati Bhavan, where he met President Murmu. Rashtrapati Bhavan shared on X, “Governor of Kerala, Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.”

Arlekar, currently serving as the Governor of Kerala, has previously held gubernatorial positions in Bihar and Himachal Pradesh. He was born on April 23, 1954, in Panaji, Goa.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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4 days 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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4 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.