A 10-year-old girl died in Sangli district, Maharashtra, after allegedly being tortured by her father, who suspected her of stealing money. Her sister was also subjected to similar treatment and is hospitalised. The father has been apprehended and a case has been registered.
Relatives of a deceased patient vandalised the Central Hospital in Ulhasnagar, Thane, leading to a strike by medical staff. The incident occurred after the death of Bhagwan Nimbore, who was admitted with severe organ damage. Authorities have registered a case and are investigating the matter.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested self-styled godman Ashok Kharat, accusing him of systematic extortion and money laundering through a network of bank accounts. Kharat allegedly rotated over Rs 47 crore of ill-gotten money through 60 bank accounts, deceiving devotees by claiming divine powers.
A touching moment between Akhilesh Yadav and his niece at Prateek Yadav's funeral has resonated on social media, offering a brief respite amid the solemnity. The funeral was attended by family, politicians, and supporters, following Prateek's death at age 38 due to cardiac and lung-related complications.
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A 19-year-old law student was found dead near a railway track in Jhansi, India, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
A touching moment between Akhilesh Yadav and his niece at Prateek Yadav's funeral has resonated on social media, offering a brief respite amid the grief.
A man was arrested after an encounter with police in connection with the murder of his eight-year-old niece in Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. The accused, Arun Kumar, was attempting to flee to Nepal when he was apprehended. He allegedly confessed to the crime and was shot in the leg during an attempt to escape from police custody.
A 12-year-old boy was allegedly murdered by a neighbour in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, who sought revenge against the boy's family for the death of his brother, according to police reports.
Two arrests have been made in Rajasthan following the suicides of two sisters who alleged repeated rape and police inaction. The younger sister consumed pesticide after claiming she and her sister were repeatedly assaulted. Protests erupted, demanding justice and compensation for the family.
A 60-year-old man was killed by a leopard in Kamand village, Pauri Garhwal, while collecting fodder. Villagers protested the delayed response from authorities.
Heavy rain and strong winds caused damage and fatalities in Jharkhand's Palamu district, with two people killed and another injured.
Josh Inglis's blistering 72 helped Lucknow Super Giants post a competitive 196 for six against Punjab Kings in their IPL match. Inglis and Ayush Badoni's aggressive batting helped Lucknow recover from an early slump.
A man in his late 50s was killed in a hit-and-run accident on MG Road in Bengaluru early Friday morning. Police are investigating the incident and analysing CCTV footage to identify the vehicle and driver involved.
A woman and her nephew died of electrocution while drawing water from a hand pump outside their house in Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, after a short circuit caused electric current to pass through the pump.
The Gauhati High Court has established a fast-track court to expedite the trial proceedings in the Zubeen Garg death case, following the singer's death in Singapore. The court will be headed by Sharmila Bhuyan, and the decision aims to ensure timely justice.
PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to implement a legislative ban on the sale of cigarettes to individuals born on or after January 1, 2009, aiming to create a smoke-free generation in India.
Odisha Police Crime Branch investigates the lynching of a GRP constable accused of attempted rape, leading to suspensions and transfers within the police force.
A teenager was fatally stabbed, and another was seriously injured in Thane after an altercation with a friend, who has been detained by police.
An 18-year-old was stabbed to death in Bhalswa Dairy, Delhi. Police are investigating and have recovered evidence from the scene.
A man in Kerala was killed by a wild elephant while sleeping near his house on the edge of a forest. Despite warnings, the man and two others were sleeping outside due to the summer heat when the tragic incident occurred.
The death of a man known as 'Farsa Wale Baba' in Mathura under suspicious circumstances led to protests and a traffic blockade during President Murmu's visit. Supporters allege he was killed by cattle smugglers, while authorities claim a truck accident was the cause.
A 28-year-old newlywed woman was discovered dead in a bed box in Delhi's Nabi Karim area, with her husband missing and suspected of dowry harassment, prompting a police investigation.
A woman was killed at the Dubare elephant camp in Karnataka after being caught under an elephant during a fight between two trained elephants. The Karnataka government has ordered a probe and new safety measures.
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Thane police uncover a 'contract killing' plot where a man allegedly hired assailants to kill his brother over a property dispute, then filed a false police report.
Nine suspected militants and four security officials were killed in a gunfire in Pakistan's restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region, district officials said.
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A 25-year-old woman was found dead at her residence in Jaisalmer, India, less than a month before her scheduled wedding. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.
A 19-year-old nursing student from Kerala was found dead in his hostel room in Bengaluru, with police investigating the possibility of suicide and allegations of foul play.
An Indian worker was killed and three others were injured in a drone attack in the Moscow region, the Indian embassy in Russia said. The incident occurred amid escalating hostilities between Russia and Ukraine.
The body of a 34-year-old woman was found in a decomposed state at her rented flat in Bengaluru. Police are investigating the case as an unnatural death.
Two police constables in Chhattisgarh allegedly committed suicide in separate incidents, apparently due to family-related issues. One constable shot himself with his service rifle, while the other was found hanging at his residence.
A 26-year-old man has been arrested in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly sexually assaulting an 11-year-old girl, who later died by suicide due to trauma, police said.
A 60-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh was allegedly murdered by his two sons over a property dispute. The sons were angered by their father's decision to allocate land to his son from a second marriage.
A man's death in police custody in Odisha's Nabarangpur district has led to protests by villagers, who allege foul play and demand justice.
Thousands of people participated in a rally in Imphal to protest the recent bomb attack in Bishnupur district in which two children were killed. The rally was organised by Uripok Apunba Lup and Uripok Nupi Apunba Lup, an umbrella group of multiple local bodies of Uripok constituency.
Lucknow Super Giants' IPL season was marked by inconsistent selections, questionable combinations, and a lack of clarity in their strongest XI, leading to a disappointing campaign.
A man and his female friend were assaulted in Berhampur, Odisha, leading to political condemnation and allegations of deteriorating law and order under the BJP government.
A truck driver has been arrested in Delhi after a multi-vehicle accident resulted in the deaths of three people, including a child, and injuries to four others. The driver was apprehended using CCTV footage after the truck rammed into an autorickshaw.
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