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Nalanda, Bihar / Guwahati, Assam: In a meticulously planned operation, Bihar Police arrested a 40-year-old man wanted in connection with the murder of a 19-year-old girl in Samastipur district. The suspect, identified as Kumud Kumar alias Deepak, had fled Bihar and was hiding in Guwahati. Police laid a trap in the city for ten consecutive days before finally apprehending him with the help of local authorities.Details of the CrimeAccording to police, Kumud Kumar allegedly shot and killed the victim, Gudia Kumari, after the girl opposed his romantic advances toward her elder sister. The incident occurred around 11 August, and he fled immediately afterward. During questioning, Kumud admitted:“I wanted to marry my girlfriend, but her family, particularly her younger sister Gudia, opposed our r...

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar have once again found themselves embroiled in controversy over their expensive wristwatches. Following a tussle over the Chief Minister post, the two leaders reportedly met for breakfast, during which both were seen wearing ‘Santos de Cartier’ watches valued at ₹43 lakh each. The opposition BJP has sharply criticized the move.Targeting CM Siddaramaiah, the Karnataka BJP took to social media platform X, questioning the socialist image of the leader. The party posted, “Mr. Siddaramaiah, your definition of socialism seems very expensive. While the people of Karnataka struggle with drought and poor infrastructure, our ‘so-called socialist’ CM flaunts a Santos de Cartier watch.” The BJP also recalled a si...

Prayagraj, December 2, 2025:The Allahabad High Court has strongly criticized the Muzaffarnagar Police for using the term “possession” while referring to the custody of a young woman, observing that such terminology is applicable only to movable or immovable property, not human beings.The court was hearing a habeas corpus petition filed by a young woman from Muzaffarnagar. During the proceedings, the bench noted that the police, in their memo, recorded that the woman had been taken into “possession.” The court termed this usage as highly inappropriate, expressing deep concern over the police’s understanding of legal terminology.Adult Woman Free to Choose Where and With Whom to LiveThe bench emphasized that the petitioner is an adult who has clearly stated that she wishes to live with her ...

In a major relief for villagers of Porbandar district, the long-pending demand for a direct road link between Modadra and Paswari has finally been approved—thanks to the impactful ‘Swagat’ online grievance redressal programme initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his tenure as Gujarat Chief Minister. The programme, now completing 22 years, has once again delivered a life-changing solution for rural residents.Villagers’ Decades-Old Problem Solved Through TechnologyResidents of Modadra village in Rapar taluka presented their long-standing road and bridge concerns before Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel during the state-level ‘Swagat’ public hearing. Leading the representation, Lakhmanbhai Modadra and other farmers explained how the absence of a direct road forced them to tak...

Patna: The Bihar Legislative Assembly is set to enter a new era of digitization and transparency as its 18th session begins today in a fully paperless format. Every MLA’s seat is now equipped with a tablet, and the entire functioning of the House will run through the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) platform.This marks a historic transformation in the state’s legislative operations—introducing new microphones, larger television display panels, high-speed Wi-Fi, and modern digital headsets to enhance efficiency and accuracy inside the House.NeVA Platform to Power Entire House ProceedingsUnder the e-Vidhan project, all processes—from raising questions to receiving government responses—will now take place digitally. MLA tablets and mobile devices will run the NeVA App, available on both...

Sikar, Rajasthan, 29 November 2025: A horrifying case of sexual assault has shaken the Sikar district, where a 30-year-old woman was gang-raped in her own home, and the act was livestreamed on Facebook. The incident, which took place in front of the woman’s father and children, has sparked outrage across the state.According to police reports, the perpetrators first forced the woman to consume a spiked beverage and then assaulted her physically. One of the accused then sexually assaulted her while another recorded the entire crime on his mobile phone. Shockingly, they broadcasted the brutal act live on Facebook, exposing the woman’s ordeal to the public.Two Accused ArrestedWithin hours of the incident being reported at Kotwali Police Station, the authorities arrested two suspects. Super...

New Delhi: A violent dispute over moving a scooter in Seelampur turned brutal when two young men attacked 19-year-old Bhavy Garg, his 73-year-old grandfather, Chiman Lal, and a neighbor, shopkeeper Chirag Goyal, with a knife and scissors. Bhavy Garg sustained serious injuries in the assault.Arrest MadeFollowing the incident, the victims were admitted to Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital for treatment. Seelampur police registered a case under charges including attempt to murder and arrested the two accused, identified as 19-year-olds Mujammil and Farman, residents of Seelampur’s slum area.Incident DetailsAccording to police, the incident occurred on the night of 27 November at around 9:20 PM. Bhavy Garg was at his grandfather’s shop when he asked two young men sitting on a scooter near the m...

Mumbai: Overcharging by onboard vendors has long been a persistent problem for train passengers. To curb this issue and ensure transparency, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has introduced a new initiative across select express trains.Under this new system, vendors will be provided with a distinct uniform displaying a helpline number. Each vendor will also carry a special QR-coded card, which passengers can scan to verify prices and register complaints easily. The initiative has been launched in the Western Zone on premium trains including Shatabdi, Tejas, Rajdhani, and Vande Bharat High-Speed trains.Helpline and Complaint RedressalThe helpline number printed on the new uniform will allow passengers to immediately report overcharging or any other grievance. T...

Chandigarh: After weeks of protests, the path is now clear for the Senate elections at Punjab University (PU). Following approval from the Chancellor, who is also the Vice President of India, Professor Renu Vig, the Vice-Chancellor of PU, confirmed that the elections will be held next year. The official schedule is expected to be announced soon.Vice President Gives ApprovalThe approval came from Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan in his capacity as Chancellor of Punjab University. This decision comes after several weeks of demonstrations by students and staff demanding the restoration of Senate elections. The approval marks a major step toward strengthening academic governance and ensuring that the University’s decision-making body functions effectively.Tentative Election SchedulePunjab...

Kolkata, West Bengal: In a disturbing development, the father of the victim in the Kasba Law College gangrape case has received threats from unidentified bikers, urging him to withdraw the case. The police have registered a complaint and initiated an investigation into the matter.Details of the ThreatOn Wednesday, two men on a motorcycle approached the father of the victim and threatened him to drop the legal proceedings. After issuing the threats, the assailants fled the scene. The father could not identify the individuals.A police officer stated that the complaint has been formally lodged at Baruipur Police Station, and the investigation team has been notified. Police are currently questioning local residents near the scene and examining CCTV footage to track down the culprit...