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Tej Pratap Sparks Fresh Political Controversy by Forcing Constable to Dance on Holi

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1 year ago

March 15, 2025

RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav celebrated the festival of Holi in Patna with a vibrant gathering of party workers, reminiscent of his father, Lalu Prasad Yadav’s, celebrated festivities. He brought back the infamous ‘Kurta Phaad’ Holi tradition, which involves tearing the clothes of participants after dousing them in color.

However, the celebration took a controversial turn when he directed a uniformed police constable to dance to a song, warning that refusal would lead to suspension.

In a clip that circulated widely on social media, Tej Pratap was heard saying, “Hey constable, hey Deepak, we’re going to play a song, and you need to dance. If you don’t dance, you’ll be suspended. Don’t take it the wrong way, it’s Holi!” The constable complied with the request.

This incident drew strong backlash from ruling parties, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Janata Dal (United), who criticized Tej Pratap for pressuring a police officer to perform. They argued that he not only revived Lalu Prasad’s Holi customs but also invoked memories of the alleged abuse of power when Lalu was in charge.

Senior BJP leader Dr. Sanjay Jaiswal made a statement on social media platform X, saying, “Although time changes, the nature of Lalu’s family does not. Lalu’s son exemplifies hooliganism, chaos, and lawlessness during Holi. Today he coerces a constable into dancing; what will happen if they accidentally gain power in the future?”

BJP spokesperson Kuntal Krishna added that Tej Pratap is merely emulating the behavior he learned from his parents. He remarked, “During the misrule of his parents, officials were often compelled to obey absurd commands. But Tej Pratap should remember that this is the BJP-Nitish government. Authorities should evaluate whether he truly requires a police escort for his safety.”

JDU spokesperson Rajiv Ranjan Prasad expressed, “The era of Jungle Raj is behind us. The Lalu family must recognize that Bihar has transformed. Such conduct has no place in the evolving state of Bihar.”

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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.