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Jagtial, Telangana – A young man, Satish (25), was brutally beaten to death by the relatives of a woman after he posted her photo on Instagram, claiming his love and stating that no one should marry her. The incident took place in Rechapalli village of Sarangapur mandal, where Satish had reportedly been in love with the woman for some time. The woman’s family, aware that she was in a relationship with someone else, had repeatedly warned Satish to stay away. On Saturday night (27.09.2025), angered by Satish’s Instagram post, three members of the woman’s family visited his home and attacked him with sticks. Satish succumbed to his injuries on the spot. Police have registered a murder case and arrested the three accused. Investigations are ongoing.

Khargone (Madhya Pradesh) – A festive Garba night turned tragic in Palasi village of Bhikangaon tehsil when a 19-year-old newly married woman collapsed and died while dancing with her husband at a Durga temple on Sunday night (28.09.2025). According to eyewitnesses, the woman suddenly fell unconscious during the dance. A video from the event shows her collapsing to the ground and remaining motionless. Doctors later confirmed that she had suffered a fatal heart attack. The deceased had been married just four months ago in May and had come to the temple with her husband to take part in the Navratri celebrations. The incident has cast a pall of gloom over the village, with locals expressing shock at the sudden demise of the young woman.

Greater Noida – In a shocking incident in Roza Jalalpur under Bisrakh police station, a 22-year-old man brutally killed his wife and six-year-old brother-in-law with a stone before hanging himself on Monday evening. Police identified the accused as Pappu Lal, a resident of Gajraula, Pilibhit. He had been living at his in-laws’ house for the past ten days. On the day of the incident, his father-in-law and mother-in-law were at work, while Pappu, his wife Jaswanti (21), and her younger brother Tej Prakash (6) were at home. Around 4:30 p.m., after an argument, Pappu attacked Jaswanti with a stone, killing her on the spot. When Tej Prakash witnessed the assault and raised an alarm, he too was fatally attacked. Pappu then locked himself in a room and hanged himself from a ceiling fan. Preliminary investigation suggests Pappu had been mentally unstable and under severe stress in recent days. Forensic teams and senior officers inspected the scene, and all three bodies were sent for post-morte...

Sambhal: A tragic incident unfolded in the Tanki area where Anshul Varshney (34), son of BJP business cell district coordinator Anil Kumar, was found hanging in his rented home. According to police, Anshul returned from Lucknow on Friday evening. When his father later arrived, he found the door locked from inside. On breaking it open with neighbours’ help, Anshul was discovered hanging from the ceiling fan. A suicide note was recovered from his pocket. Family members allege that Anshul was under immense pressure due to a marital dispute. His wife had filed a divorce case and, as per the note, her family was allegedly demanding a house and ₹2 crore for settlement. Anshul wrote that he could no longer bear the harassment and cursed his in-laws in his final words. The deceased was employed as a computer operator in a Lucknow bank. Married eight years ago, he had a daughter. For the past two and a half years, he was living separately after a dispute with his wife. Police confirmed that for...

Jodhpur, Rajasthan – In a horrifying incident, a 60-year-old woman was grievously injured after being attacked by a stray bull in Chainpura Bawdi of Mandore area on Monday, September 22. The victim, identified as Saroj Gehlot, was walking through a narrow street around 7 AM when the bull suddenly appeared from a turn and charged at her. The bull lifted her with its head and flung her nearly 4 feet away, causing her to collapse against a wall and sustain a serious head injury. She fell unconscious immediately after the impact. The entire incident was captured on CCTV, showing the deserted lane and the sudden, violent assault. Villagers said that stray cattle have caused repeated accidents in the area, but the Municipal Corporation has failed to take action. Angry residents are now demanding strict steps from the administration to control the menace of stray animals in rural and urban parts of Jodhpur.

Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh – A shocking revelation has surfaced in the Sambhal acid attack case. Police investigations have confirmed that the brutal attack on inter-college teacher Bhavna was orchestrated by her fiancé’s ex-girlfriend, Jahnvi, who manipulated a youth into carrying out the crime. According to SP Krishna Kumar Vishnoi, Jahnvi, a married woman and mother of two, plotted the attack out of jealousy and revenge. She created a fake social media identity as “Dr Archana” to trap Neeshu, a resident of Amroha. Promising marriage, she conditioned him to throw acid on Bhavna, whose wedding was fixed with an Army soldier posted in Kolkata. On Tuesday afternoon, Neeshu attacked Bhavna in Sharifpur village under Nakhasa police station limits, leaving her with 25% burns on her face, neck, and stomach. Local residents rushed her to hospital in critical condition. Police tracked Neeshu 15 km from the crime scene. When surrounded, he opened fire. In retaliatory firing, he was shot in both le...

Etah, Uttar Pradesh — In a chilling case, a husband allegedly murdered his wife to clear the path for his love affair and claim her insurance money. On September 22, the body of Akanksha, wife of Pankaj from Chitauni village, was found on the service road of the highway bypass. While her family initially claimed it was an accident, her brother suspected murder. Police investigation based on Akanksha’s mobile call records revealed the conspiracy. Pankaj, with his friend Dilip Kumar of Nagla Shishia, planned the crime. Dilip lured Akanksha to the spot, then ran her over with a loader. After the killing, the duo casually went to eat at a restaurant before hiding the vehicle. Both accused were arrested on Saturday near Narhara village, and the loader was recovered. During interrogation, Pankaj confessed that his wife was an “obstacle” in his affair and that they intended to claim her insurance policy taken just six months ago. CO Sadar Sanjay Kumar Singh confirmed both men are in custody a...

Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh — A shocking crime has shaken the district after the body of seven-year-old Shazeb Ali was found stuffed in a sack and hanging from a tree near his house on Thursday, September 25. The child, son of Mukarram Ali, had gone missing the previous day, and his family had lodged a missing complaint. The accused has been identified as neighbour Sandeep Nigam alias Mantu. Police said Shazeb’s family had also received a ransom call on Thursday morning. Hours later, his body was discovered. SP Dr Anil Kumar confirmed that a land dispute between the families is also being investigated. The boy’s mother Jasmeen, inconsolable, demanded justice: “I want CM Yogi Adityanath to bulldoze this house, and if he does not, we will do it.” The family and locals have also demanded the accused’s house be razed. Relatives alleged police delay in registering the missing complaint worsened the tragedy. Heavy police deployment has been made to prevent communal tensions. The body has been se...

Karur, Tamil Nadu: A massive stampede at TVK chief and South Indian actor Vijay’s political rally in Karur on September 27, 2025, left at least 39 people dead and over 50 injured, including women and children. The tragedy unfolded when tens of thousands of supporters surged toward barricades during Vijay’s speech. Officials said the rally had nearly 60,000 attendees—double the expected capacity—creating dangerous overcrowding. Police confirmed Vijay departed soon after the incident via Trichy airport on a chartered flight, sparking widespread outrage. Critics accused him of failing to meet victims’ families or visit hospitals before leaving. Four hours later, Vijay issued a social media statement expressing deep sorrow: “My heart is shattered… I extend my deepest condolences to the families of my dear brothers and sisters who lost their lives in Karur.” Despite his message, backlash continued over the perceived insensitivity of his response. Chief Minister MK Stalin announced ₹10 lakh ...

Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh: A shocking clash broke out at the Bijnor District Hospital between an ASHA worker and a female doctor, turning into a full-blown brawl. According to reports, the dispute began when the doctor allegedly threw the ASHA worker’s mobile phone to the ground. In retaliation, the ASHA slapped the doctor hard, sparking a scuffle. The doctor, using her strength, responded with multiple slaps. The dramatic scene didn’t end there— the ASHA worker then picked up her slippers and chased the doctor through the hospital premises, creating chaos. The incident, captured on video, quickly went viral on social media. Police have confirmed that the Kotwali City SHO has been instructed to investigate and take necessary action.

Amroha, Uttar Pradesh: A high-voltage drama unfolded during the Gajraula Municipal Council board meeting on Thursday (25 September 2025) when a heated argument escalated into physical assault. According to reports, a woman councillor slapped and grabbed former MLA Harpal Singh by the collar, also landing kicks and punches in front of police officials. Singh, who is the husband of the municipal chairperson, had arrived with his wife at the meeting, sparking tensions among councillors. Police intervened and separated the two, later escorting Harpal Singh out of the meeting hall. Following the scuffle, his health reportedly deteriorated and he is currently under treatment in Meerut. Authorities confirmed that cross FIRs have been registered in the case. The incident, caught on camera, has gone viral, adding to the controversy. Police said a probe is underway.

Bandra, Mumbai: A woman in her early 30s has recounted a terrifying incident of street harassment in Bandra, sparking concern among residents and online users. Writing on Reddit under the title “Never expected Bandra to be Unsafe. Rant,” she said a man grabbed and groped her on a crowded, well-lit road around 7:45 pm while she was running errands. The woman, who emphasised dressing modestly, said the harassment was not an isolated event. She reported being followed home multiple times and catcalled in the past months. In the latest incident, she screamed and hit the man with her tote bag until he released her and apologised repeatedly. She later updated the location to near Peace Haven bungalow on Perry Cross Road. The post drew widespread reactions, with many users sharing similar experiences and urging her to report the matter to the police. As of now, no formal complaint or arrests have been confirmed. The incident has reignited debates about public safety for women in Bandra, a bus...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking case of violence over a love affair, 27-year-old Ali Abbas was brutally beaten to death by his girlfriend’s brothers in the Saadatganj area of the city. Police have arrested three accused in connection with the murder. According to DCP (West) Vishwajeet Srivastava, the incident occurred on Monday night when the accused — Himalaya Prajapati (26), Sonu Prajapati (27), and Saurabh Prajapati (30) — called Abbas to their home under the pretext of discussing their sister’s marriage. Ali and the girl had been in a relationship for four years, which the family strongly opposed. Once he arrived, the accused allegedly attacked him with sticks, leaving him with severe head injuries. Later, they dumped him in an alley. The victim’s family rushed to the spot and tried to take him to a trauma centre, but he died on the way early Tuesday morning. Following a complaint by Abbas’s father, Arif Zameer, police registered a case of murder under IPC Section 302 against...

Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh: In a shocking case, a man’s seven-year love marriage collapsed after his wife allegedly fled with his cousin sister. The incident came to light when Ashutosh Bansal filed a police complaint, claiming his wife Sandhya had been “taken away” by cousin Mansi. As evidence, Ashutosh submitted WhatsApp chats showing Sandhya and Mansi planning a life together. Both women have reportedly been missing for over a month and are believed to be living together. Ashutosh and Sandhya had married for love, but the discovery of the affair left him devastated. Police are probing the case, though reports suggest the women may have left out of fear of family and societal rejection.

Indore: In a shocking incident in Kalpana Nagar on Wednesday evening (September 24), a young man allegedly ran over his ex-girlfriend with a speeding Activa after she refused to resume their live-in relationship. According to Hiranagar police station in-charge Sushil Patel, accused Rajendra Chaurasia first confronted the woman on the street, insisting on living together again. When she refused, an argument ensued. Angered, Rajendra left but soon returned on a speeding Activa and ran over her. The woman tried to defend herself by picking up a stone, but he did not stop and fled the scene. Passersby helped the injured woman. CCTV footage of the incident has surfaced, and the woman has filed a complaint. Police have registered cases of molestation and attempted murder against Rajendra, who reportedly has seven prior criminal cases. He is currently absconding. Preliminary investigation revealed that the woman and Rajendra had previously lived in a live-in relationship. Rajendra, who was ad...

Bengaluru: A shocking incident unfolded on the busy Avenue Road in Bengaluru’s city market area took place on Sunday, September 21, 2025, where a woman was dragged on the road and brutally beaten by a group of men. The horrifying act was captured by onlookers on video, which has now gone viral, sparking widespread outrage on social media. The video shows a man, reportedly from his shop, violently dragging the woman while repeatedly kicking her. Despite the gathering crowd, no one intervened as the assault continued. The woman was seen pleading for mercy as the enraged man continued his attack. Police have confirmed that an FIR has been registered under City Market Police Station (CR No. 196/2025) under sections 74, 76, 79, 115(2), 133, 126(2), 351(2), 3(5) BNS. Two accused have been arrested, and further investigation is underway. Authorities have assured strict action against the perpetrators as netizens continue to demand justice for the victim.

Khandwa (Madhya Pradesh): A spine-chilling case of grave tampering and necrophilia linked to tantric rituals has shocked Khandwa. Police on Wednesday arrested Ayub, son of Ismail, a repeat offender with 11 criminal cases, including two murders of his former wives. According to police, Ayub targeted fresh graves of women, entering them naked, molesting corpses, and using their hair for occult rituals. He was caught after CCTV footage from Khandwa’s Bada Kabristan showed two men, unclothed, near dug-up graves. When police brought Ayub to the cemetery for inspection on Thursday evening, hundreds of community members gathered, demanding he be handed over. Furious relatives of the deceased women demanded the death penalty. Police barely managed to rescue the accused from the mob. Authorities revealed that Ayub, a convicted murderer serving a life term, had been secretly continuing these heinous acts during his parole. He has now been booked under National Security Act (NSA) due to the sever...

Mastung (Balochistan), Sept 23, 2025: A powerful explosion once again targeted Pakistan’s troubled railway network, striking the Quetta-bound Jaffar Express in Mastung’s Dasht area. An IED planted on the tracks derailed six coaches, leaving at least a dozen passengers injured, including women and children. One carriage overturned completely, trapping several passengers until rescue teams rushed from Quetta. Conflicting reports put the injured between 4 and 13, with at least five in critical condition. This was the second attempt on the same train line in a single day. An earlier blast failed to cause damage, but this one struck with deadly precision. The Jaffar Express has become a repeated target. In August 2025, an IED derailed six of its coaches. In March this year, militants of the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) hijacked the train in Bolan, killing 31 people — including 23 soldiers — in one of Pakistan’s deadliest rail attacks. Despite increased surveillance, drone patrols, and stric...

Leh (Ladakh): Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his 15-day hunger strike after violent clashes broke out during a massive protest in Leh demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule safeguards for Ladakh. The protests, led largely by students and youth, turned violent near the Hill Council secretariat, where security forces used tear gas and baton charges to disperse demonstrators. The situation escalated into stone pelting and arson, with the BJP office in Leh and several police vehicles set on fire, sending thick plumes of smoke across the city. Authorities have imposed curfew and restrictions under Section 163 of BNSS to contain the unrest. At least four people have died and over 30 others injured, including both protesters and police personnel. Wangchuk condemned the violence, urging protesters to maintain peace, warning that bloodshed would harm the cause. He ended his fast, saying the focus should remain on dialogue and non-violent resistance. The agitation, spearheaded by the ...

Deoria (Uttar Pradesh): A dramatic incident unfolded at the Chorkhari intersection in Deoria (on the bases of report September 22, 2025 ) when villagers discovered that a burqa-clad individual, initially believed to be a woman, was actually a young man named Suhel. The incident, captured on video, has gone viral on social media, drawing widespread attention and heated reactions. According to reports, villagers became suspicious due to Suhel’s behaviour and voice. Upon confrontation and removal of the veil, Suhel admitted that he wore the burqa to conceal his identity while meeting a Hindu girl with whom he had studied. The revelation sparked outrage, with some locals accusing him of attempting to mislead the community and linking the incident to claims of so-called ‘love jihad’. Police were alerted, and SHO Ranjeet Singh Bhadauria arrived with a force to control the situation. Suhel has been taken into custody for questioning. The SHO confirmed that further legal action will depend on ...

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh): In a shocking case that reads like a crime thriller, police in Moradabad uncovered a chilling conspiracy in which a young woman, along with her lover and his cousin, murdered a neighbour to falsely implicate her father and brothers in a murder case. The accused — Swati (22), her boyfriend Manoj, and his cousin Manjeet — were arrested after a detailed investigation. Police said the conspiracy was inspired by crime shows, particularly Crime Patrol. The Murder Plot: Swati, a Class 10 pass, lived with her father Shobharam, mother Ramdei, and brothers Kapil and Gaurav in Guraitha village. Her family disapproved of her relationship with Manoj, a salon owner from Badaun. In frustration, Swati tried several times to poison her family by mixing sleeping pills in their food but failed. Determined to remove them as obstacles, she told Manoj to either kill them or frame them in a false case. Manoj, taking cues from TV crime serials, came up with the idea of murdering som...

Mumbai: A video from VP Road police station in Girgaon, Mumbai, has gone viral, igniting public outrage and raising serious questions about the conduct of Mumbai Police. The footage, recorded on September 18, 2025, shows Sub-Inspector Durga Kharde in a heated confrontation with a man and woman who approached the station to recover pending payments from an event management firm. Initially, police intervention secured the dues, and the complainants left the station. The couple later returned, demanding that an FIR be filed against the firm for pending payments to other freelancers. Officers advised that the matter was civil and should be pursued in court. Tensions escalated as Kharde, handling another case, reportedly became frustrated with their loud voices and the video recording. In a shocking moment captured on camera, she removed her nameplate and threw it toward the complainants, prompting widespread criticism. Following a complaint by the event management company, the police regis...

  InShort | In Noida a Class 6 student of Presidium School, Sector-31, died under mysterious circumstances after collapsing near the washroom. Family alleges negligence, delay in medical aid & contradictory statements by school staff. FIR & probe demanded. * * * Noida – A 10-year-old student of Presidium School, Sector 31, died on September 4 under mysterious circumstances, sparking outrage and allegations of negligence against the school. The student, Tanishka Sharma (Class 6), collapsed outside the washroom after the lunch break. She was rushed to Kailash Hospital, about 2 km away, where doctors declared her brought dead. According to the school, the child fainted and fell after choking on food particles. However, her mother, Tripta Sharma, has alleged that the staff gave contradictory versions and delayed taking her to hospital by first treating her in the infirmary. “The sudden collapse of my daughter, who was hale and hearty before leaving for school, raises serious do...

Indore – In a tragic incident, Constable Santosh Choudhary, posted in the 1st Battalion of SAF at Sadar Bazar, lost his life after being bitten by a snake on Saturday night. Around 10 pm, Santosh was called to rescue a snake hiding in a window. Known for his experience in catching snakes, he attempted to handle it but was bitten on his right hand. Despite being rushed to hospital and given anti-venom, the venom spread quickly and he could not be saved. Santosh, who had served the police force for 17 years, is survived by his wife and two children. His colleagues and seniors praised him as a brave and dedicated officer. The battalion commandant recommended that he be honoured as a martyr for his service. A video of the incident, now viral on social media, shows the moment Santosh attempted the rescue before the snake struck. The incident highlights the risks faced by officers and the dangers of snake handling without full protective measures.

Maharajganj (UP): Police have arrested Neha Rauniyar of Rajabari village and her lover Jitendra for the murder of Neha’s husband, Nageshwar Rauniyar. The duo strangled him to death and later dumped his body near Damki Gas Agency in Nichlaul. According to SP Somendra Meena, Nageshwar’s body was found on September 13 around 3 am. A case was registered on the complaint of his father, Keshav Raj, and both accused were later caught near the crime spot. Police said Neha, who was in a year-long affair with Jitendra, conspired to eliminate her husband. She first served him alcohol, tied his hands and legs with a dupatta, and then, with Jitendra’s help, strangled him. The two carried the body on a bike and abandoned it on the roadside to pass it off as an accident. Shockingly, Neha confessed that she had also given sleeping pills to her 5-year-old son, Advik, before committing the crime. The boy has now been handed over to his grandfather. Villagers were left stunned when Neha admitted that it ...

Rampur, Uttar Pradesh: In a bizarre turn of events at Patwai police station in Rampur's Shahabad tehsil, a woman married her own nephew after initially accusing him of r@pe. The woman's husband, Noorpal, revealed that his wife had been having an affair with his nephew for three years. The nephew allegedly visited the woman when she was alone at home, even jumping over walls when Noorpal was away for work. When confronted by her husband after villagers exposed the affair, the woman demanded he sever ties with her and let her stay with the nephew. She then filed a r@pe case against the nephew at Patwai police station, threatening him with imprisonment unless he married her. At the police station, the woman put a garland around her nephew's neck and had him apply sindoor on her forehead, completing the marriage ceremony without divorcing her husband. "I don't want to be dragged into this mess. I just want to live peacefully now," said Noorpal, who remained unawar...

  Businessman Samir Modi, brother of fugitive ex-IPL chief Lalit Modi and Managing Director of Modicare, was arrested at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport in connection with a rape case. The case stems from a complaint filed by a woman employed by Modi, who alleged that he repeatedly raped her since 2019, under the pretext of marriage and career promises. She further accused him of issuing threats, criminal intimidation, stalking, and blackmail. Based on her statement, an FIR was registered at New Friends Colony police station. Police took Modi into custody for interrogation, and his remand has been extended multiple times. As per procedure in rape investigations, a potency test was conducted and returned positive results, officials confirmed. Meanwhile, Modi’s legal team has dismissed the allegations as fabricated and motivated by extortion, claiming the complainant demanded ₹50 crore. Modi has also filed counter-complaints of extortion against the woman. The complainant...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: Sakshi, a telecaller posted at Dial-112, has been missing since August 29, prompting an ongoing investigation by Lucknow police. Authorities have arrested her friend, Sachin Jaiswal, and recovered her mobile phone from him. Sakshi’s mother, Sangeeta Verma of Paper Mill Colony, filed a complaint alleging that Sachin lured her daughter away. According to the investigation, Sakshi left with Sachin on a scooter to the Gautampalli Riverfront on the night of August 29, after which she disappeared. A local reportedly saw her jump into the river, though her body has not been recovered. During interrogation, Sachin, who works for Zepto in Hazratganj and befriended Sakshi through Instagram, claimed he does not know her whereabouts. The police also questioned a young relative of Sakshi over whom she and Sachin reportedly had a fight, but no leads emerged. Metropolitan Inspector Akhilesh Kumar Mishra confirmed that searches were conducted along the Gomti River, but Sakshi r...

Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu: A 30-year-old woman, K. Divya Bharathi, was arrested near Kattumannarkoil for allegedly pouring boiling oil on her husband during a domestic quarrel. Police said Bharathi attacked her husband, C. Kannan (41), after repeated arguments over her desire to work at a local rice mill, which Kannan opposed. On Wednesday, following another quarrel, Kannan went to sleep while Bharathi was boiling oil for cooking. She allegedly carried the vessel into the room and poured it on his legs. Kannan, who runs a borewell-digging unit, sustained burn injuries below the knees and was rushed by neighbours to the Kattumannarkoil government hospital, where doctors said his condition is stable. Bharathi has been booked under three sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Police are continuing investigations.

Vikarabad, Telangana: In a shocking incident, Mittakoduru Mallamma (57) from Gadisngapur village, Parigi Mandal, died after being attacked by her elder son Anjaneyulu over pension money. According to reports, Mallamma had separated from her husband due to her son’s alcohol addiction, which worsened after she took care of him post-divorce. Anjaneyulu reportedly habitually demanded her support pension money to fuel his drinking habit. The fatal incident occurred when Mallamma refused to give him money. She sustained severe injuries and later succumbed at home. Based on a complaint from her younger son, the police arrested Anjaneyulu and sent him to remand. Investigation is ongoing.

In a dramatic policy shift, US President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation imposing a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visa applications, effective 21 September 2025. The fee—applicable per application, per year—will drastically increase costs for US employers hiring foreign skilled workers. Previously, H-1B application charges ranged from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. The proclamation, effective for at least 12 months, allows the Department of Homeland Security limited discretion to waive fees in cases of “national interest.” The Trump administration claims the move will curb dependence on foreign talent and push companies to hire American workers. However, industry experts warn that technology firms, especially those in the US and India, will be hit hardest. Indian professionals, who make up over 70% of H-1B beneficiaries, are expected to face the maximum impact. Adding to the controversy, the order also introduces a “gold card” visa option—offering priority processing for...

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a man’s refusal to marry his partner after a four-year consensual live-in relationship does not amount to a cognisable offence. The court dismissed a woman’s plea alleging rape. Justice Arun Kumar Singh Deshwal, in his order dated 8 September 2025, observed that when two competent adults cohabit as live-in partners for years, it must be presumed that they voluntarily chose such an arrangement with full awareness of its consequences. The bench stated: “If two able-minded adults reside together as a live-in couple for more than a couple of years and cohabit with each other, a presumption would arise that they voluntarily chose that kind of a relationship fully aware of its consequences. Therefore, the allegation that such a relationship was entered into because there was a promise of marriage is unworthy of acceptance.” The case was filed by a woman employed at a Tehsil office in Mahoba, who alleged that her colleague had engaged in sexual relation...

Kabul: In a sweeping new restriction, the Taliban government has banned all books authored by women from Afghanistan’s universities as of September 2025. The move, confirmed by multiple reports, extends to around 140 titles written by women, spanning subjects such as science, law, journalism, and women’s studies. The ban is part of a wider crackdown that also outlaws 18 university subjects, including Human Rights, Gender and Development, Women’s Sociology, Sexual Harassment, and Afghan Constitutional Law. Officials say the decision was taken after a review by a panel of “religious scholars and experts,” aimed at ensuring all academic material aligns with the Taliban’s interpretation of Sharia and “system policies.” The restrictions follow four years of escalating curbs on women’s education. Girls have already been barred from studying beyond sixth grade, while midwifery programmes were shut down in late 2024. With this latest order, even male students are now denied access to books aut...

The Dhod police in Sikar have arrested two women, including the mastermind of a honeytrap gang, for duping and extorting ₹12.90 lakh from a 64-year-old man. Both accused were sent to jail today. SHO Rakesh Kumar Meena confirmed the arrest of mastermind Renuka Chaudhary (30), daughter of Bajranglal, resident of Ghassu Ka Bas, and her accomplice Subita (37), wife of Surjaram Jat, resident of Rampura. Police have also frozen Renuka’s bank account. According to the complaint filed by victim Ramkaran (64) on August 30, he had come in contact with Renuka through Facebook 15–20 days earlier. Renuka made frequent video calls to him and later introduced Subita’s daughter via Instagram. Soon after, the girl visited Ramkaran at his farmhouse, but within minutes, Renuka arrived with accomplices, assaulted him, and snatched a gold ring, a gold chain, and ₹25,000 in cash. Later, Renuka used a stamped signature to transfer ₹12.90 lakh into her account. Police revealed that Renuka had previously trapp...

SITAPUR: A special POCSO court in Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, on Wednesday sentenced Neelu to death for the rape and murder of a seven-year-old girl in January 2019. The heinous crime occurred on January 13, 2019, in the Imalia Sultanpur police station area when Neelu, who was related to the victim, lured the child to a shop on the pretext of buying her toffee. When the girl failed to return home, her family and neighbours launched a search operation and eventually discovered her body in the Pirai River. The victim's shoes were recovered from Neelu's residence, and the post-mortem examination confirmed rape and murder. Judge Bhagirath Varma of the special POCSO court described the case as "rarest of rare" while pronouncing the death sentence. "Such brutality shames humanity," the judge observed, adding that those who commit such acts "have no right to live." The court also imposed a fine of Rs 1,30,000 on the convict, who had remained in custo...

Meerut witnessed a dramatic altercation on Monday afternoon when a newlywed couple clashed publicly outside the courthouse near the Civil Lines police station. Eyewitnesses captured the high-voltage drama on their mobile phones, showing the wife repeatedly assaulting her husband in the middle of the road. In the viral video, the woman can be seen grabbing her husband by the collar and throat, slapping him multiple times, and even biting his hand as stunned bystanders looked on. Police said the couple, identified as Ishu from the Medical Police Station area and Dinesh from Partapur, Delhi Road, had married barely four months ago. However, their relationship soured soon after, with both parties filing cases against each other. Reports claim Dinesh allegedly demanded dowry and threw Ishu out of the house within a week of marriage. Ishu has also accused him of instigating his brother to attempt rape. On the other hand, Dinesh has told police that his wife is having an extra-marital affair....

A shocking incident from Kardhani, Jaipur has surfaced, where Naveen Singh (31) brutally assaulted his mother, Santosh Devi (51), leading to her death. The dispute reportedly began when Santosh Devi asked Naveen to replace an empty gas cylinder, which escalated after an argument over the Wi-Fi connection. In a viral video, Naveen is seen striking his mother with a stick while his father, Laxman Singh (a Delhi Police constable), and sister tried in vain to stop him. Santosh Devi was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to 12 severe injuries, including fatal head wounds. Police arrested Naveen on Tuesday. His father demanded the death penalty, saying: “He took the life of the mother who gave birth to him and destroyed our family.” Investigations revealed Naveen had a history of drug abuse, unemployment, and violent behaviour. His wife left him in 2019, filing a dowry case in Bulandshahr, and a warrant was already issued against him. The family was preparing for the daughter’s wedding in ...

Guwahati: The Chief Minister’s Special Vigilance Cell on Monday arrested ACS officer Nupur Bora for allegedly amassing disproportionate assets. Raids at her Guwahati residence in Shine Shanti Greeno led to the recovery of ₹92 lakh in cash and jewellery worth nearly ₹1 crore. Another ₹10 lakh was seized from her rented house in Barpeta. In total, assets worth ₹1.7 crore were uncovered. Bora, a 2019 batch officer from Golaghat, was serving as Circle Officer in Goroimari (Kamrup). CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said she was under watch for six months following complaints of land-transfer scams. “She had transferred Hindu land to suspicious individuals for money while posted in Barpeta,” he alleged, adding that corruption in revenue circles of minority-dominated areas was rampant. The Vigilance Cell also raided the residence of her alleged aide, Lat Mandal Surajit Deka, accused of acquiring multiple land properties in Barpeta in collusion with Bora. Authorities are now scrutinising seized cash, do...

Rampur, Uttar Pradesh – A dramatic confrontation outside the Rampur District Court has gone viral after a woman thrashed her husband with slippers moments after he allegedly pronounced triple talaq. Asiya, a resident of Bambura village, married Ashid Ali of Dheemri village in 2018. The couple has two daughters, aged six and two. Asiya has accused her husband and in-laws of dowry harassment, domestic violence, and of throwing her out after childbirth. Five months ago, she filed a maintenance case and began living at her maternal home. She further alleges that her husband forcibly took away her daughters during the dispute. On Friday, after attending a family court hearing with her maternal aunt, Asiya claims her husband and father-in-law followed her outside, hurled abuses, and pressured her to withdraw her case. She alleges that, instigated by his father, Ashid Ali pronounced triple talaq three times and then assaulted her. In retaliation, Asiya attacked him with slippers, landing five...

New Delhi: A video going viral on social media shows a woman smoking a cigarette inside the air-conditioned coach of a passenger train, leading to heated arguments with fellow travellers. In the clip, a male passenger confronts her, saying smoking is prohibited. When he begins recording, the woman reacts angrily: “You are making a video, this is very wrong. Delete it immediately.” She further argues, “I am not spending your money to smoke. This is not your train. Go call the police.” Another co-passenger can be heard saying: “This is an AC compartment. Don’t you know smoking is not allowed here?” When the matter escalated, a ticket checker (TC) intervened. He informed the woman that smoking inside trains is illegal and presented three options: pay a fine, be let off with a warning, or face police action. At this stage, the woman reportedly panicked and broke down in tears. Indian Railways officials said the case has been forwarded to concerned authorities for further action. However, t...

Agra (UP): In a chilling revelation, Agra Police have cracked a blind murder case from February 18, 2024, exposing a brutal conspiracy driven by blackmail. The victim, Rakesh (son of Lal Singh), was lured to a sweet shop by his uncle Devi Ram (son of Shankar Singh Baghel, resident of Kuboolpur, PS Malpura) and strangled to death. The accused, along with his nephew Nitya Kishore (absconding), stuffed the body into a plastic drum, transported it by loader to a deserted area near the Khari river, and set it ablaze with petrol in an attempt to erase evidence. 🔎 Motive: Blackmail over daughter’s photos Police investigations revealed that Rakesh was allegedly in contact with the minor daughter of accused Devi Ram. He had secretly taken her photos while bathing and later began blackmailing the family. Enraged, Devi Ram decided to eliminate him. 🕵️ The Cover-Up ● Murder weapon: muffler & iron wire ● Body burnt inside a drum ● Mobile phone, muffler, and wire dumped in the Khari river ● Mo...

Bidar (Karnataka): A shocking case of cruelty has emerged from Adarsh Colony, Bidar city, where a 7-year-old girl was allegedly murdered by her stepmother, who pushed her from the terrace of a third-floor building. The victim, Saanvi, was taken upstairs on August 27 by her stepmother Radha under the pretext of playing a game. Once on the terrace, Radha allegedly pushed the child to her death. Initially, the incident was dismissed as an accident, and Saanvi’s father Siddhant lodged an accidental death complaint the following day. CCTV footage reveals truth On September 12, a neighbor shared CCTV footage showing Radha’s suspicious movements with the child before her death. Following this, Saanvi’s grandmother lodged a fresh complaint at Gandhiganj police station. Police investigation revealed that Saanvi’s biological mother had died six years ago, after which Siddhant remarried Radha in 2023. The couple has twin children. Radha reportedly confessed to killing Saanvi due to disputes over ...

Gorakhpur (U.P.): A shocking case has emerged from Maua Chaapi village in Pipraich, where a 19-year-old NEET aspirant was brutally murdered by cattle smugglers on Monday night. According to police, around 10–15 smugglers in three vehicles reached the student’s warehouse around 11:30 pm to loot cattle. On being alerted by his cousin, the student rushed to the spot on a scooter along with nearly a dozen villagers. The group confronted the smugglers, who then overpowered the student, forced him into a DCM vehicle and killed him. His body, with the head crushed, was found nearly 4 km away from his house after 4.5 hours of frantic searching by family members. Following the murder, enraged locals caught one smuggler, beat him brutally and set his vehicle on fire. When police intervened, clashes broke out; SP North Jitendra Srivastava and Pipraich SHO were injured in the scuffle. The injured smuggler was later admitted to hospital. Police recovered 2–3 cattle from the smugglers’ pickup. On Tu...

InShort | Mamatha (23) & her lover Shaik Fayaz strangled her daughter (2), saying the toddler’s night cries disturbed them. The crime, hidden for months, was exposed after police investigation. Both arrested. * * * Hyderabad/Medak: In a chilling case of child murder, a 23-year-old mother from Shabashpally village, Shivampet mandal, Medak district has confessed to killing her two-year-old daughter because the toddler’s constant crying at night was “disturbing” her and her lover. The crime occurred on June 4, but remained hidden for months. It came to light only after the child’s disappearance triggered an investigation that exposed the shocking truth. Police said the accused, Mamatha (23), along with her partner Shaik Fayaz (30), strangled the child in the night and buried her near a nala on the village outskirts. On Friday, authorities exhumed the remains and conducted a post-mortem. Mamatha’s father, Kotla Raju, had lodged a missing complaint on May 27 after she visited his house ...

Muzaffarnagar: A family dispute in Bagowali, under Nai Mandi police station limits, escalated into violence when a man, furious over his sister being beaten, allegedly stormed her in-laws’ house and attacked them with sticks and rods. According to reports, the accused had recently returned from Dubai after learning about the alleged assault on his sister. A fierce clash broke out between the two sides, with lathis and rods being used. The entire incident was caught on CCTV camera. Police confirmed that a case has been registered at Nai Mandi Police Station against the accused under relevant sections, and further legal action is underway.

CHITRAKOOT: Rajapur Police have arrested Rinku Soni, a wanted accused in a case involving the abduction and rape of a minor girl. The arrest was made on September 15 under the direction of Police Superintendent Arun Kumar Singh. A case was initially registered on August 12 after police received information that the accused had lured the minor, stolen her money, and raped her. Authorities have now applied additional charges under the stringent POCSO Act and the SC/ST Act. The investigation is ongoing.

Udaipur/Jalore – A heart-wrenching story has emerged from Rajasthan, where 27-year-old Priyanka alias Pihu, battling a rare bone cancer, Ewing Sarcoma, celebrated her “last moments” by cutting a cake inside the ICU—just seven days before her death. On 25 August, Priyanka’s in-laws and family gathered at Pacific Hospital, Udaipur. Lying on a hospital bed, attached to machines, she suddenly asked her father: “Papa, bring a cake. I want to celebrate my last moments. Write Pihu–Lucky on it.” Her father, jeweller Narpat Singh of Jalore, broke down as he fulfilled her wish. Priyanka cut the cake with her husband Lakshyaraj Singh, a builder from Raniwada, and fed pieces to everyone, saying: “I want to die laughing.” On 2 September at 1 pm, Priyanka breathed her last—still smiling. Just 20 minutes before her death, she asked her brother Jaipal to eat food, assuring him she wasn’t “going anywhere.” Priyanka, the third among four siblings, was bright in studies—BBA graduate and CA Inter qualifie...

Pune: The controversy around former IAS trainee Puja Khedkar has taken another turn. Pune City Police have booked her mother, Manorama Khedkar, for allegedly obstructing Navi Mumbai police during the rescue of a truck driver in a kidnapping case. Police said a mixer truck had collided with a car near Airoli, Navi Mumbai. After the crash, two men allegedly abducted the truck driver’s helper, Prahlad Kumar, and took him to Puja Khedkar’s Pune residence. When police tracked the vehicle and reached the house, Manorama allegedly blocked their entry and tried to shield the accused. She has been charged under Sections 221, 238, and 263 of the BNS and summoned for questioning. Prahlad Kumar was later rescued safely. This comes after Puja Khedkar was sacked from IAS in 2023, with UPSC cancelling her selection for allegedly misusing OBC and disability quotas and banning her for life from civil services exams.

  Haridwar (Uttarakhand): Police have busted a fake shampoo manufacturing unit producing counterfeit products in the name of popular brands Clinic Plus and Sunsilk. Three accused — Haseen Ahmed, Shahban, and Mohsin — were arrested, and fake shampoo worth ₹15 lakh was seized from the spot. Further investigation is underway.

Nainital: A tourist from Uttar Pradesh was beaten up by locals in Ramnagar after allegedly misbehaving with girls near a resort. Police said the man gave his mobile number to the girls at a shop. When they objected, he allegedly pulled out a revolver. Angered, people overpowered the tourist, thrashed him, and handed him over to police. Further investigation is underway.

A bizarre case has surfaced in Amethi’s Kamarouli area, where a newlywed husband married off his wife to her lover to avoid social disputes. Shivshankar of Dina Ka Purwa married Uma Prajapati on 2 March 2025. But Uma continued her affair with her old lover even after marriage. Despite efforts to convince her, she insisted on staying with her lover. Fearing conflict and drastic consequences, Shivshankar took Uma to a temple in Jagdishpur, where he performed her marriage with her lover, applying sindoor and garlands, and sent her away. The unusual incident has become a major topic of discussion in the region, with locals calling it both shocking and an example of avoiding social unrest.

Maharajganj (UP) – A shocking murder case has surfaced in Rajabari village under Kotwali Thuthibari police station area. A woman, along with her lover, strangled her husband to death and tried to pass it off as a road accident. According to police, 26-year-old Nageshwar Rauniyar, son of Keshav Raj Rauniyar, had left home on his bike around 4 pm on Friday but did not return. The next day, his body was found on the roadside near Damki village on the Nichlaul–Sinduria road. The post-mortem report confirmed death due to strangulation, exposing the murder plot. Affair Behind the Killing Investigations revealed that Nageshwar’s wife Neha Rauniyar was in an illicit relationship with villager Jitendra. As Nageshwar opposed the affair, the duo conspired to eliminate him. Police said Jitendra invited Nageshwar to his rented room, gave him alcohol, and tied his hands and feet when he was intoxicated. With Neha’s help, he strangled Nageshwar. Later, they transported the body nearly 25 km on a bike...

In a dramatic late-night chase, Tirupati Alipiri police arrested notorious rowdy sheeter Azim and his aide Bablu for kidnapping a 27-year-old married woman, Supriya, and her mother. Police said Azim had coerced Supriya into a relationship and, after she tried to end it, lured her to meet him on Friday. At knife-point, Azim and Bablu forced Supriya and her mother into a car. Supriya managed to send her live location to her husband, who alerted police. Acting swiftly, CI Ram Kishore pursued Azim, who rammed into several vehicles while fleeing, before being caught on the outskirts of Tirupati. Both women were rescued safely. Cases of kidnapping, attempt to murder, and other serious charges have been registered.

In Varanasi, a shocking case has surfaced where advocate Shiv Pratap Singh was allegedly assaulted by Inspector Crime Gopal Kanhaiya at Rathyatra intersection under Bhelupur police station limits. The dispute began when the inspector stopped Singh’s vehicle, citing no-entry amid traffic chaos caused by heavy rain. The altercation turned violent, leaving the advocate with serious injuries. He was rushed to BHU Trauma Center, where his treatment continues. The incident occurred while Singh was returning home with his wife, Sharda Singh, after visiting Maa Lakshmi. Following her complaint, a case of attempted murder has been registered against the inspector. A large group of lawyers gathered at the trauma center demanding strict action. Police officials have confirmed an investigation and assured action against those found guilty. The incident has triggered massive outrage in the legal fraternity.

Lucknow – A major accident was narrowly averted on Saturday morning when Indigo flight 6E 2111, bound for Delhi, failed to take off from Lucknow airport. At 10:55 AM, just before reaching the end of the runway, the captain applied emergency brakes and safely stopped the aircraft. The flight, scheduled to depart at 11:00 AM, had 151 passengers, including Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav and other party leaders. Passengers were later shifted to another aircraft for their journey to Delhi. The original flight, expected to land at 12:10 PM, was grounded for technical inspection. Indigo confirmed the incident and stated that engineers are examining possible mechanical faults or thrust issues. Though passengers experienced panic during the incident, all are safe. ● Aircraft grounded for inspection ● Engineers checking thrust/mechanical problems ● Passengers transferred to another flight ● Safety protocols successfully avoided disaster

 Uttar Pradesh is reeling under shock after government teachers allegedly committed suicide following the Supreme Court’s order making the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) mandatory for all teachers. In Mahoba district, 52-year-old government teacher Manoj Sahu was found hanging in his home. He had secured his job under the deceased dependent quota after his father’s death. Troubled by the thought of clearing TET at this age, he reportedly ended his life. A similar incident surfaced in Hamirpur district, where Ganeshilal, posted as an assistant teacher at an upper primary school in Mahoba, died by suicide at his second residence in Atraulia. His son, Anuragi, revealed that his father had been under immense stress ever since the Supreme Court ruling. He was worried about losing his job if he failed to clear the exam. The apex court recently ruled that all government teachers with more than five years of service left must clear TET to retain their jobs or secure promotions. Those with ...

Gonda, Uttar Pradesh – A major controversy erupted after Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr. Rashmi Verma made a shocking remark while responding to the deaths of two newborns at an unregistered private nursing home. In a video that has gone viral, Dr. Verma is seen laughing and saying: “One newborn died and everyone is after me. Thousands are alive. Go, eat some laddus.” The comment, made during a media interaction, has been widely condemned for its insensitivity. The incident took place at a nursing home operating without registration, where two infants died within an hour. Families alleged negligence, leading to protests and the immediate sealing of the facility by health authorities. Following the backlash, Dr. Verma defended herself, claiming her words were taken “out of context,” edited, and spread in a misleading way. She insisted the video was not meant to hurt sentiments and stressed that she stands with the grieving families. She explained that she was overwhelmed by repeated que...

Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, witnessed a chilling crime on September 12, when a man shot his live-in partner dead in broad daylight outside Roop Singh Stadium and streamed the act live on Facebook. The accused, Arvind Thakur, a contractor, has been arrested. He fired 3–5 bullets at Nandini Kewat (also known as Parihar) at point-blank range after stopping her car near the busy stadium. Following the shooting, Arvind sat beside the body, brandishing his pistol and daring anyone to intervene. Police eventually overpowered him after firing tear gas shells. Investigations have revealed a disturbing background. Arvind was already married to two women, while Nandini, reportedly in her fifth relationship, had a criminal history. In 2017, she was jailed for four-and-a-half years for murdering her third husband with the help of another lover in Datia, before being released in 2022. Arvind and Nandini had secretly married at an Arya Samaj temple, despite both being already married. Their relationship...

  Hassan (Karnataka): A Ganesh idol immersion procession turned tragic in Mosale Hosahalli village, Hassan district, when a truck lost control and rammed into devotees on Friday night. 🔴 Casualties:  ● At least 8 people killed (5 on the spot, 3 at hospitals)  ● 25 others injured, 18 admitted to Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS), others in private hospitals 🔴 Cause: Police said the truck, traveling on NH-373, lost control while trying to avoid a motorbike. The driver, who was also injured, has been taken into custody. 🔴 Reactions:  ● CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar expressed deep grief and announced ₹5 lakh compensation for each victim’s family.  ● The state government will bear medical expenses of the injured.  ● Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy also called the mishap “horrific” and urged free treatment. Villagers reported chaotic scenes as the truck ploughed into the crowd amid DJ music during the immersion. Shocking visuals of the ac...