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Poet Munawwar Rana says Taliban are not terrorists, not only Muslims but Hindu Talibanis also exist in Uttar Pradesh

Amid the controversy going around statements made in favour of Taliban, renowned poet Munawwar Rana refused to recognize Taliban as a terrorist organization and instead regerred to them as aggressive group.

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Amid the controversy going around remarks in favour of Taliban, renowned poet Munawwar Rana has come out in support of Taliban and said Talibani are not terrorists, they can be called aggressive. He also said that there are few Talibanis in Uttar Pradesh as well, not only Muslims but also Hindu Talibanis.

In a statement, he refused to recognize Taliban as a terrorist organization instead referred to them as aggressive group and said that Taliban has done no wrong by taking over the control of Afghanistan

The 68-year-old poet said that India has no reason to worry from Taliban in Afghanistan. He told the reporters that Taliban has actually liberated their country. When asked about Taliban’s act of destroying Buddha statues in Bamiyan, Munawwar Rana asked, what do you have to say about a mosque being destroyed to built a Ram Temple. No one is sacred enough, he said.

Rana also said that history is evidence that Afghans have never done anything bad to India. India should not be afraid of the Taliban. Amid huge turmoil in Afghanistan, there was not a single incident reported where any Indian was harmed by any Taliban or Afghanistan, he said.

On the opening of Anti Terrorists Squad (ATS) centers in Shaharnpur’s Deoband by the Uttar Pradesh government, Munawwar Rana said that as long as this government is there, it can do anything. Taliban-like work is being done in Uttar Pradesh. Issues like conversion ruin the country, but we want our country to be as it was before, he said.

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Rana’s statements comes after several leaders in Uttar Pradesh including Sambhal SP MP Shafiqur Rahman Barq, All India Muslim Personal Law Board spokesperson Maulana Sajjad Nomani, Peace Party’s Shadab Chauhan and the district General Secretary of Samajwadi Yuvjan Mahasabha Chaudhary Faizan Shahi made their statements in favour of Taliban.

Munawwar Rana had been in the headlines for his controversial remarks in which he had said that if Yogi Adityanath returns to power again in 2022, he would be forced to leave Uttar Pradesh, after which he had to face criticism from a section of people.

In other India News, A statue of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a Pune temple has been removed overnight after strong objections were raised by the Prime Minister’s office.

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Blasts outside defence establishments in Punjab within 2 hours trigger security alarm

Two explosions near defence-linked locations in Punjab within two hours have triggered alarm and heightened security across the state.

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Two explosion incidents reported within a span of around two hours near key defence-linked locations in Punjab have raised serious security concerns and triggered political reactions.

The first incident took place near the Border Security Force (BSF) headquarters in Jalandhar, where a blast involving a delivery scooter was reported in a populated area. The proximity of the explosion to a sensitive security installation immediately drew the attention of authorities.

Shortly after, another blast was reported near a military-linked area in Amritsar, further heightening concerns over security preparedness in the border state. Police and security agencies responded swiftly, deploying bomb disposal squads and forensic teams at both locations.

Officials confirmed that no casualties were reported in either incident. However, the back-to-back nature of the explosions caused panic in nearby areas and prompted authorities to place the state on high alert.

Political leaders reacted strongly, questioning the handling of security and pointing to possible lapses. They urged authorities to take preventive steps to avoid such incidents in the future.

Punjab, being a strategically important border state, remains sensitive to such developments. Investigations are currently underway to determine the cause of the explosions and whether there are any links between the two incidents.

Security has been tightened around key installations, with agencies assessing whether the blasts were isolated events or part of a broader threat.

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Retired bureaucrats appointed by Mamata Banerjee barred from Bengal offices ahead of BJP government formation

Retired bureaucrats appointed under Mamata Banerjee have been barred from government offices as West Bengal prepares for a BJP-led administration.

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In a significant administrative development following the West Bengal Assembly election results, several retired bureaucrats appointed during the tenure of Mamata Banerjee have reportedly been barred from entering state government offices.

The decision comes at a time when the Bharatiya Janata Party is preparing to form its first government in the state after securing a decisive mandate. The move is seen as part of the transition process as the outgoing administration makes way for the incoming regime.

Officials indicated that the restrictions apply specifically to retired personnel who had been given contractual or advisory roles under the previous government. These individuals have now been asked not to access offices or handle official work.

The development follows a broader directive issued by the state administration to ensure that no official documents or records are removed, damaged, or tampered with during the transition period. Authorities have emphasised strict accountability, placing responsibility on departmental heads to safeguard files and maintain proper records.

The political backdrop to this move is the sweeping victory of the BJP in the 2026 West Bengal elections, marking a major shift in the state’s political landscape after years of Trinamool Congress rule.

With the new government expected to take charge soon, administrative reshuffling and tightening of access to government infrastructure are being viewed as measures to ensure a smooth and transparent handover of power.

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Vijay expresses gratitude to Modi, Rahul Gandhi for congratulatory messages after poll victory

Vijay thanked PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi after his party’s strong Tamil Nadu poll performance, promising governance focused on public welfare.

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Actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay has thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for congratulating him on his party’s strong performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026.

Vijay, who leads the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), acknowledged the wishes shared by both leaders following the party’s impressive electoral debut, which has significantly altered the political landscape of Tamil Nadu.

Responding to the Prime Minister on social media platform X, Vijay said that his party’s focus would remain on public welfare and development. He emphasised that governance should rise above political differences and aim at improving the lives of the people.

“The well-being of our people remains our only goal… we shall focus on the state’s progress and welfare,” he said, while also expressing hope for support from the Union government in achieving these objectives.

The TVK has emerged as a major political force in the state, breaking the long-standing dominance of traditional parties and marking a major shift in Tamil Nadu’s political dynamics.

According to early developments, the party has staked claim to form the government and may seek additional support if required to prove its majority in the assembly.

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