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Rodent Droppings and Cockroaches Discovered in NALSAR Canteen

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1 year ago

February 5, 2025

During an inspection of the canteen at NALSAR University, one of the leading law schools in India, a task force from the Telangana Commissioner of Food Safety uncovered alarming hygiene violations. The inspection revealed the presence of rat droppings and a cockroach infestation in the storage area, as well as insect-infested muskmelon seeds.

Additionally, many food items were found to lack packing dates, expiry dates, or batch numbers. The Commissioner of Food Safety reported that the task force investigated the food establishments within the NALSAR University Canteen located in Shamirpet, noting that the FSSAI license had been obtained at a registered address rather than at the actual food preparation premises. Furthermore, there was no trained supervisor certified under the Food Safety Training and Certification (FoSTaC) program, and essential records for pest control and water analysis were missing.

The findings included rat feces and cockroach infestation in the storeroom. Many kitchen and dining area windows and doors lacked insect-proof screens, the food preparation floor was found to be slippery, and temperature logs had not been maintained. Raw materials were stored directly on the floor, and muskmelon seeds used in gravies were contaminated with insects. Additionally, a 30kg batch of whole green gram was discovered without any packing date, expiry date, or batch number, while 90kg of raw rajma was unlabelled.

This report was shared on the Commissioner of Food Safety’s social media account, prompting concerns from worried parents who called for action. Some parents, wishing to remain anonymous, reported that their children had been frequently falling ill and losing weight rapidly. They mentioned that complaints about cockroaches in the food service were becoming increasingly common.

Concerns were also voiced on social media platforms like ‘X’, highlighting the urgent need for accountability. “It is high time that strict action is taken against the authorities. We, as parents, have been deeply unsettled by the repeated instances of food poisoning on the NALSAR campus,” commented CSC Sekhar.

Niyudh Gupta, a NALSAR student, echoed these sentiments, stating, “As a NALSAR student, this is just the tip of the iceberg concerning our food safety issues; encountering rats, roaches, and insects in our meals is a daily occurrence, and even spoiled milk and rotten eggs are being served.”

The student body has been pressing for daily inspections and effective measures to ensure food safety, yet there has been little response from the authorities involved.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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3 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.