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Uttarakhand MLA in Hot Water Again for Threatening Haridwar SSP

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1 year ago

February 13, 2025

Umesh Kumar, the independent MLA from Uttarakhand, finds himself in trouble once again as the Haridwar police have filed a complaint against him for allegedly threatening the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in a video he posted two weeks ago.

The police have formally charged Kumar, the MLA for Khanpur, after he issued threats to Haridwar SSP Parmendra Singh Doval regarding a potential arrest related to a dispute with former BJP MLA Pranav Singh Champion, who is Kumar’s predecessor. An investigation into the threat allegation has been launched by law enforcement.

In the complaint, sub-inspector Pushkar Singh Chauhan from the Civil Lines Police station noted, “On January 29, independent MLA Umesh Kumar threatened the Haridwar SSP during a live video streamed on his Facebook page.”

In the video, Kumar asserted, “I warned you when you acted against me in Bhagwanpur. I’m warning you again: don’t harass my people.”

Chauhan indicated that the MLA further claimed in the video that his associates were not at fault concerning a case filed against them. He insisted that the police had no authority to arrest his supporters under the charges they faced and warned, “It won’t end well for you if they are harassed despite their cooperation.”

“We are fighters and we don’t bow down,” Kumar is heard stating to the SSP in the footage. Haridwar SP (Rural) Shekhar Chandra Suyal confirmed that a case has been registered against Kumar for threatening a public servant, and the investigation is ongoing.

This latest incident is not the first for Kumar, as the Haridwar police had previously lodged a complaint against him for allegedly attempting to forcibly enter the residence of former BJP MLA and muscleman Kunwar Pranav Champion. In retaliation, Champion and his followers attacked Kumar’s camp office and fired multiple shots at the building on January 26. Champion was later arrested and taken into custody, while Kumar was granted bail.

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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.