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Kolkata: A man checks his documents at a school during a hearing under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, in Kolkata, West Bengal. (PTI Photo/Manvender Vashist Lav)(PTI12_29_2025_000184B) Kolkata: SIR hearings in Bengal were disrupted in Chinsurah and Midnapore on Monday after EC said booth-level agents (BLAs) would not be allowed to be present during the proceedings, and an EC observer’s vehicle came under attack in Mograhat, South 24 Parganas.Special roll observer C Murugan, tasked with supervising SIR of rolls in South 24 Parganas and Kolkata South LS constituencies, had gone to Mograhat for a field visit when he encountered protests. Protesters allegedly damaged the handle lock of a door of the vehicle. EC has asked Murugan to submit a detailed report on the incident.The flare-up followed EC’s decision to debar BLAs from entering SIR hearings. Despite the protests, Murugan remained firm. “I came to do my job and I will do it. What do I have to fear? I am an IAS officer. I have come here on Election Commission’s instructions. It is the administration’s responsibility to provide me with security,” Murugan said.Around the same time, similar protests broke out in Hooghly and Midnapore. In Hooghly’s Chinsurah-Mogra block office, hearings were suspended after TMC MLA Asit Mazumdar objected to the exclusion of BLAs. “Unless BLAs are allowed or officials give in writing that they will not be allowed, we will not allow the hearings,” Mazumdar told reporters. Following this, gates of block office were closed, preventing people from entering.Later, after a prod from EC, the DM reached the spot and ensured that hearings resumed.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘We Will Win In The End’: Kuldeep Sengar’s Daughter Speaks After SC order On Unnao Rape Sentence’No Amount Of Finger Pointing…’: India Slams Pakistan Over Comments On Minorities In India’Blown Up In A Car’: Woman Threatens Asim Munir In Bradford Rally, Pakistan Summons UK EnvoyTurn Chicken’s Neck Into Elephant: Sadhguru Flags Siliguri Corridor As Strategic Weak Link’Won’t Spare A Single Infiltrator’: Amit Shah’s Poll Promise In Assam, Slams Cong Over InfiltrationUnnao Rape Survivor Welcomes Supreme Court Order, Says Legal Fight To Continue Till Sengar Is HangedSupreme Court Stays Its Order On Aravalli Definition, Environment Minister Welcomes Move’Called Minor Matter, Refused FIR’: Tripura Student Angel Chakma’s Father Blasts Uttarakhand PoliceAustralia, US And UK Raise Alarm Over Fake Rabies Vaccine As India Pushes Back On ClaimsShashi Tharoor Slams Racial Attack and Murder of Tripura Student In Dehradun As ‘National Disgrace’123PhotostoriesInspiring stories of kids who made headlines in 20256 types of Dhoklas to try at home‘Bigg Boss’ 19 fame Tanya Mittal’s accessory game is LIT: From pearl choker to kundan necklacesBharti Singh and newborn son Kaju receive a grand welcome home as family decorates the house for ChristmasFrom Smriti Mandhana-Palash Muchhal to Celina Jaitly-Peter Haag: 7 celebrity break-ups and divorces that shocked fans in 20255 times OpenAI CEO Sam Altman showed that fatherhood comes first9 national parks in India that are best explored on footWould you drive on these dangerous and unusual highways?Winter Special: How to make Matar ki Kachori for dinnerTV stars who ruled the headlines in 2025: From Gaurav Khanna to Tejasswi Prakash123Hot PicksSilver price todayPAN-Aadhaar linkingCristiano RonaldoGold rate todayIncome Tax RefundIndian Railways fareBank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingErika KirkTravis KelceCandace OwensRobert Kraft & Gayle Benson Net WorthNick ShirleyDraymond GreenMicah Parsons ACL SurgeryAnthony Davis vs Luka Doncic Salary ComparisonBoogeyman WifeNew York Yankees

Kolkata: A man checks his documents at a school during a hearing under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, in Kolkata, West Bengal. (PTI Photo/Manvender Vashist Lav)(PTI12_29_2025_000184B) Kolkata: SIR hearings in Bengal were disrupted in Chinsurah and Midnapore on Monday after EC said booth-level agents (BLAs) would not be allowed to be present during the proceedings, and an EC observer’s vehicle came under attack in Mograhat, South 24 Parganas.Special roll observer C Murugan, tasked with supervising SIR of rolls in South 24 Parganas and Kolkata South LS constituencies, had gone to Mograhat for a field visit when he encountered protests. Protesters allegedly damaged the handle lock of a door of the vehicle. EC has asked Murugan to submit a detailed report on the incident.The flare-up followed EC’s decision to debar BLAs from entering SIR hearings. Despite the protests, Murugan remained firm. “I came to do my job and I will do it. What do I have to fear? I am an IAS officer. I have come here on Election Commission’s instructions. It is the administration’s responsibility to provide me with security,” Murugan said.Around the same time, similar protests broke out in Hooghly and Midnapore. In Hooghly’s Chinsurah-Mogra block office, hearings were suspended after TMC MLA Asit Mazumdar objected to the exclusion of BLAs. “Unless BLAs are allowed or officials give in writing that they will not be allowed, we will not allow the hearings,” Mazumdar told reporters. Following this, gates of block office were closed, preventing people from entering.Later, after a prod from EC, the DM reached the spot and ensured that hearings resumed.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘We Will Win In The End’: Kuldeep Sengar’s Daughter Speaks After SC order On Unnao Rape Sentence’No Amount Of Finger Pointing…’: India Slams Pakistan Over Comments On Minorities In India’Blown Up In A Car’: Woman Threatens Asim Munir In Bradford Rally, Pakistan Summons UK EnvoyTurn Chicken’s Neck Into Elephant: Sadhguru Flags Siliguri Corridor As Strategic Weak Link’Won’t Spare A Single Infiltrator’: Amit Shah’s Poll Promise In Assam, Slams Cong Over InfiltrationUnnao Rape Survivor Welcomes Supreme Court Order, Says Legal Fight To Continue Till Sengar Is HangedSupreme Court Stays Its Order On Aravalli Definition, Environment Minister Welcomes Move’Called Minor Matter, Refused FIR’: Tripura Student Angel Chakma’s Father Blasts Uttarakhand PoliceAustralia, US And UK Raise Alarm Over Fake Rabies Vaccine As India Pushes Back On ClaimsShashi Tharoor Slams Racial Attack and Murder of Tripura Student In Dehradun As ‘National Disgrace’123PhotostoriesInspiring stories of kids who made headlines in 20256 types of Dhoklas to try at home‘Bigg Boss’ 19 fame Tanya Mittal’s accessory game is LIT: From pearl choker to kundan necklacesBharti Singh and newborn son Kaju receive a grand welcome home as family decorates the house for ChristmasFrom Smriti Mandhana-Palash Muchhal to Celina Jaitly-Peter Haag: 7 celebrity break-ups and divorces that shocked fans in 20255 times OpenAI CEO Sam Altman showed that fatherhood comes first9 national parks in India that are best explored on footWould you drive on these dangerous and unusual highways?Winter Special: How to make Matar ki Kachori for dinnerTV stars who ruled the headlines in 2025: From Gaurav Khanna to Tejasswi Prakash123Hot PicksSilver price todayPAN-Aadhaar linkingCristiano RonaldoGold rate todayIncome Tax RefundIndian Railways fareBank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingErika KirkTravis KelceCandace OwensRobert Kraft & Gayle Benson Net WorthNick ShirleyDraymond GreenMicah Parsons ACL SurgeryAnthony Davis vs Luka Doncic Salary ComparisonBoogeyman WifeNew York Yankees

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Kolkata: A man checks his documents at a school during a hearing under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, in Kolkata, West Bengal. (PTI Photo/Manvender Vashist Lav)(PTI12_29_2025_000184B) Kolkata: SIR hearings in Bengal were disrupted in Chinsurah and Midnapore on Monday after EC said booth-level agents (BLAs) would not be allowed to be present…

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‘Akhanda 2’ OTT release: When and where to expect Nandamuri Balakrishna’s fantasy action drama

‘Akhanda 2’ OTT release: When and where to expect Nandamuri Balakrishna’s fantasy action drama

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Nandamuri Balakrishna’s ‘Akhanda 2’ is reportedly heading to Netflix on January 9, 2026, following its theatrical run. The fantasy action drama, directed by Boyapati Srinu, sees Balakrishna reprise his iconic role, with Aadhi Pinisetty joining as the antagonist. This OTT release is expected to boost interest in the popular franchise, with ‘Jai Akhanda’ already announced…

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Kaun Banega Crorepati 17: Kumar Mangalam Birla reveals his father’s tough condition before entering the family business; leave host Amitabh Bachchan stunned |

Kaun Banega Crorepati 17: Kumar Mangalam Birla reveals his father’s tough condition before entering the family business; leave host Amitabh Bachchan stunned |

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The latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 featured Kumar Mangalam Birla as the special guest on the hot seat. Indian billionaire businessman and Chairperson of the Aditya Birla Group, Kumar Mangalam Birla made his first-ever appearance on Hindi General Entertainment Television on India’s most iconic knowledge-based quiz show, Kaun Banega Crorepati, hosted by the…

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Hollywood in India, 2025: A new playbook

Hollywood in India, 2025: A new playbook

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Hollywood films in India are experiencing a strong comeback in 2025, nearing 2019 collection peaks. Blockbusters like Avatar and Mission: Impossible, alongside niche successes like F1, highlight the demand for “special” cinematic experiences. Localization and genre diversity are key, as superhero films face a reality check, proving that great storytelling remains paramount. For Hollywood films…

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Demonic curse tablet found in ancient German latrine: Medieval witchcraft or ancient grudge? |

Demonic curse tablet found in ancient German latrine: Medieval witchcraft or ancient grudge? |

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The rolled-up piece of lead contains inscriptions that are barely visible to the naked eye. (Image credit: Archeology in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania (AIM-V)) The discovery came from a place no one expected to yield anything remarkable. During routine excavation work for an extension to Rostock’s town hall, archaeologists lifted an unassuming, tightly rolled strip of lead…

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Representational image Cops seized Monday an unidentified drone abandoned in a field near the Pakistan border in J&K’s Poonch district, while seven rounds of magazines for an AK-series rifle were found strewn in Udhampur district, over 270 km away.Officials clarified that the drone was not a defence equipment but among many such devices often used for taking photos at weddings and other social gatherings. Still, the discovery sparked fears of espionage as the site is near the Mendhar sector of the border.“Special Operations Group (SOG) of J&K police received an input about the drone abandoned in a field belonging to one Mohd Shafiq in Gohled village. After the information, SOG rushed and seized the drone,” an official said.The magazines were found in an open field at Sudhmahadev village in Udhampur’s Chenani area during a search by security forces, officials said. A probe is on. No one has been arrested so far.In Jammu’s Pragwal area, forces seized an aircraft shaped-balloon bearing the mark “PIA” — short for Pakistan International Airlines — from the border village Gurah Manhasa, the officials said.At Barmini on Jammu city’s outskirts, a man travelling in a Scorpio was arrested during checks, allegedly with an illegal 12-bore gun and two cartridges. Cops identified him as Sahil Singh and said further investigations are on.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘We Will Win In The End’: Kuldeep Sengar’s Daughter Speaks After SC order On Unnao Rape Sentence’No Amount Of Finger Pointing…’: India Slams Pakistan Over Comments On Minorities In India’Blown Up In A Car’: Woman Threatens Asim Munir In Bradford Rally, Pakistan Summons UK EnvoyTurn Chicken’s Neck Into Elephant: Sadhguru Flags Siliguri Corridor As Strategic Weak Link’Won’t Spare A Single Infiltrator’: Amit Shah’s Poll Promise In Assam, Slams Cong Over InfiltrationUnnao Rape Survivor Welcomes Supreme Court Order, Says Legal Fight To Continue Till Sengar Is HangedSupreme Court Stays Its Order On Aravalli Definition, Environment Minister Welcomes Move’Called Minor Matter, Refused FIR’: Tripura Student Angel Chakma’s Father Blasts Uttarakhand PoliceAustralia, US And UK Raise Alarm Over Fake Rabies Vaccine As India Pushes Back On ClaimsShashi Tharoor Slams Racial Attack and Murder of Tripura Student In Dehradun As ‘National Disgrace’123Photostories6 types of Dhoklas to try at home‘Bigg Boss’ 19 fame Tanya Mittal’s accessory game is LIT: From pearl choker to kundan necklacesBharti Singh and newborn son Kaju receive a grand welcome home as family decorates the house for ChristmasFrom Smriti Mandhana-Palash Muchhal to Celina Jaitly-Peter Haag: 7 celebrity break-ups and divorces that shocked fans in 20255 times OpenAI CEO Sam Altman showed that fatherhood comes first9 national parks in India that are best explored on footWould you drive on these dangerous and unusual highways?Winter Special: How to make Matar ki Kachori for dinnerTV stars who ruled the headlines in 2025: From Gaurav Khanna to Tejasswi Prakash20 New Year’s resolutions worth making for 2026123Hot PicksSilver price todayPAN-Aadhaar linkingCristiano RonaldoGold rate todayIncome Tax RefundIndian Railways fareBank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingMatt Hardy and Reby Sky Net WorthTravis KelcePatrick MahomesRobert Kraft & Gayle Benson Net WorthAjit PawarLebron JamesWWE Raw PreviewUnnao Rape CaseRajkumar BafnaNew York Yankees

Representational image Cops seized Monday an unidentified drone abandoned in a field near the Pakistan border in J&K’s Poonch district, while seven rounds of magazines for an AK-series rifle were found strewn in Udhampur district, over 270 km away.Officials clarified that the drone was not a defence equipment but among many such devices often used for taking photos at weddings and other social gatherings. Still, the discovery sparked fears of espionage as the site is near the Mendhar sector of the border.“Special Operations Group (SOG) of J&K police received an input about the drone abandoned in a field belonging to one Mohd Shafiq in Gohled village. After the information, SOG rushed and seized the drone,” an official said.The magazines were found in an open field at Sudhmahadev village in Udhampur’s Chenani area during a search by security forces, officials said. A probe is on. No one has been arrested so far.In Jammu’s Pragwal area, forces seized an aircraft shaped-balloon bearing the mark “PIA” — short for Pakistan International Airlines — from the border village Gurah Manhasa, the officials said.At Barmini on Jammu city’s outskirts, a man travelling in a Scorpio was arrested during checks, allegedly with an illegal 12-bore gun and two cartridges. Cops identified him as Sahil Singh and said further investigations are on.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘We Will Win In The End’: Kuldeep Sengar’s Daughter Speaks After SC order On Unnao Rape Sentence’No Amount Of Finger Pointing…’: India Slams Pakistan Over Comments On Minorities In India’Blown Up In A Car’: Woman Threatens Asim Munir In Bradford Rally, Pakistan Summons UK EnvoyTurn Chicken’s Neck Into Elephant: Sadhguru Flags Siliguri Corridor As Strategic Weak Link’Won’t Spare A Single Infiltrator’: Amit Shah’s Poll Promise In Assam, Slams Cong Over InfiltrationUnnao Rape Survivor Welcomes Supreme Court Order, Says Legal Fight To Continue Till Sengar Is HangedSupreme Court Stays Its Order On Aravalli Definition, Environment Minister Welcomes Move’Called Minor Matter, Refused FIR’: Tripura Student Angel Chakma’s Father Blasts Uttarakhand PoliceAustralia, US And UK Raise Alarm Over Fake Rabies Vaccine As India Pushes Back On ClaimsShashi Tharoor Slams Racial Attack and Murder of Tripura Student In Dehradun As ‘National Disgrace’123Photostories6 types of Dhoklas to try at home‘Bigg Boss’ 19 fame Tanya Mittal’s accessory game is LIT: From pearl choker to kundan necklacesBharti Singh and newborn son Kaju receive a grand welcome home as family decorates the house for ChristmasFrom Smriti Mandhana-Palash Muchhal to Celina Jaitly-Peter Haag: 7 celebrity break-ups and divorces that shocked fans in 20255 times OpenAI CEO Sam Altman showed that fatherhood comes first9 national parks in India that are best explored on footWould you drive on these dangerous and unusual highways?Winter Special: How to make Matar ki Kachori for dinnerTV stars who ruled the headlines in 2025: From Gaurav Khanna to Tejasswi Prakash20 New Year’s resolutions worth making for 2026123Hot PicksSilver price todayPAN-Aadhaar linkingCristiano RonaldoGold rate todayIncome Tax RefundIndian Railways fareBank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingMatt Hardy and Reby Sky Net WorthTravis KelcePatrick MahomesRobert Kraft & Gayle Benson Net WorthAjit PawarLebron JamesWWE Raw PreviewUnnao Rape CaseRajkumar BafnaNew York Yankees

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Cops seized Monday an unidentified drone abandoned in a field near the Pakistan border in J&K’s Poonch district, while seven rounds of magazines for an AK-series rifle were found strewn in Udhampur district, over 270 km away.Officials clarified that the drone was not a defence equipment but among many such devices often used for taking…

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Flight chaos continues: IndiGo cancels over 50 flights due to ‘forecasted bad weather’; Air India issues advisory

Flight chaos continues: IndiGo cancels over 50 flights due to ‘forecasted bad weather’; Air India issues advisory

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NEW DELHI: Flight travel across India remain disrupted for another day on Monday with several flights cancelled and many cancellations set for tuesday as well.As per the IndiGo’s cancelled flight data, 59 flights, scheduled for December 30 have now been cancelled. 116 flights were cancelled on Monday, majorly due to bad weather while 5 were…

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Aamir Khan’s daughter Ira Khan comes out in the open about her struggle with body image issues, saying, ‘Yes, I’m fat, and actually obese for my age’

Aamir Khan’s daughter Ira Khan comes out in the open about her struggle with body image issues, saying, ‘Yes, I’m fat, and actually obese for my age’

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Ira Khan, daughter of Bollywood icon Aamir Khan, has taken a brave step in sharing her struggles with body image and self-acceptance that began in 2020. She candidly described feelings of being out of shape and grappling with her weight, acknowledging the difficulty of opening up about such topics. Read on. Aamir Khan’s daughter, Ira…

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Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok: A love story that grew quietly away from the spotlight |

Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok: A love story that grew quietly away from the spotlight |

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Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok: A love story that grew quietly away from the spotlight In a time when celebrity romances often explode with drama, flashy posts, and endless speculation, legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar’s son Arjun and Saaniya Chandhok’s story stands out for its quiet charm. Earlier this year, when word got out that Sachin…

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