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Maharashtra Election Commission States VVPATs Not Mandatory for Local Body Polls: Bombay High Court Challenge
Nov 19, 2025 09:31 pm CST
The Maharashtra State Election Commission has informed the Bombay High Court that VVPAT machines are neither mandatory nor technically feasible for upcoming local body elections, despite Congress leader Prafulla Gudadhe's legal challenge asserting they're essential for transparent voting. The commission argues that Supreme Court rulings on VVPAT use apply only to general elections, not municipal polls, and that technical limitations exist for multi-member constituency voting systems.
Bengaluru Heist: Rs 7 Crore Stolen by Men Impersonating Government Officials from Cash Van
Nov 19, 2025 09:17 pm CST
In a daring daylight robbery in Bengaluru, unidentified men posing as central government officials intercepted a cash van near Ashoka Pillar and escaped with approximately Rs 7 crore. The suspects, who arrived in a car with a Government of India sticker, forced the van's staff into their vehicle before releasing them at Dairy Circle and fleeing with the cash. Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh has deployed multiple teams across the city to investigate the case, with CCTV footage being examined to identify the perpetrators.
UP Police Officers Suspended After Video Reveals Collusion With Illegal Liquor Smugglers
Nov 19, 2025 09:14 pm CST
Four police personnel in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh were suspended after social media videos exposed their alleged collusion with liquor smugglers. The evidence showed the Gopal Nagar outpost in-charge demanding money from smugglers operating near the Bihar border, where liquor prohibition has fueled illegal trade across the Saryu river. Additional investigations are underway as the incident follows a recent media sting operation that resulted in an attack on a journalist.
Delhi Police Arrest Two 'Tala-Chaabi' Gang Members in Rs 1.5 Crore Jewellery Heist Case
Nov 19, 2025 09:14 pm CST
Delhi police have apprehended two members of the sophisticated 'tala-chaabi' gang responsible for a Rs 1.5 crore burglary in Shahdara. The criminals, who pose as key-makers to scout unoccupied homes, stole nearly 1 kg of gold and 11 kg of silver jewellery before fleeing across state lines. Police recovered 150 grams of gold, 3 kg of silver, and a vehicle purchased with stolen funds.
Anmol Bishnoi's Deportation from US: Fake Passport Scheme Revealed in High-Profile Murder Cases
Nov 19, 2025 09:10 pm CST
Anmol Bishnoi, brother of Lawrence Bishnoi and key suspect in the murders of Baba Siddique and Sidhu Moosewala, has been deported from the US after using a fake passport under the name Bhanu Pratap. The National Investigation Agency has received custody for 11 days as multiple states prepare to question him about high-profile criminal cases, including the shooting outside Salman Khan's residence.
Tech Shankar: Elite Maoist IED Expert Eliminated in Andhra Pradesh Security Operation
Nov 19, 2025 09:08 pm CST
Security forces eliminated Tech Shankar, a top Maoist leader and IED expert, during a major counter-insurgency operation in Andhra Pradesh's Maredumilli forests. This operation, which also neutralized commander Madvi Hidma, represents a significant blow to the CPI (Maoist) organization's technical capabilities and leadership structure in the Andhra-Odisha border region.
Meta Removes Suicide Bomber's Video Following Deadly Delhi Red Fort Attack
Nov 19, 2025 08:52 pm CST
Meta has removed a propaganda video recorded by suicide bomber Umar Un Nabi prior to his deadly attack near Delhi's Red Fort that killed 13 people. Nabi, a doctor recruited by a sophisticated terror network from Al-Falah University in Haryana, was trained in making explosives with ammonium nitrate. The Kashmir-to-Faridabad terror network was uncovered following the appearance of JeM posters in Srinagar, leading to multiple arrests.
Minor Girl With Mental Health Issues Repeatedly Raped in Uttar Pradesh: Investigation Underway
Nov 19, 2025 08:48 pm CST
A minor girl with mental health challenges in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, has been subjected to multiple sexual assaults by a man identified as Shri Ram. The crime was discovered only after a medical examination revealed the victim's pregnancy. Police have filed charges under the BNS and POCSO Act and are working to apprehend the suspect who allegedly threatened the victim to maintain silence about the repeated abuse.
Comprehensive Analysis: The White Collar Terror Network Behind Delhi's Red Fort Bombing
Nov 19, 2025 08:29 pm CST
This article provides a detailed examination of the sophisticated white collar terror module responsible for the suicide bombing near Delhi's Red Fort that killed 13 people. The investigation reveals a highly organized network of educated professionals, including multiple doctors from Al-Falah University in Faridabad, who were recruited by Jaish-e-Mohammed operatives. Each member had specific responsibilities—from radicalization and recruitment to fundraising, logistics, and bomb-making—demonstrating how modern terrorist cells leverage professional credentials to operate undetected within society.
Delhi Couple's Dangerous Car Stunt Leads to Police Action and Public Outrage
Nov 19, 2025 08:25 pm CST
A viral video of a couple performing dangerous stunts including kissing on a moving car in Delhi has led to police action under MVA regulations. The incident sparked widespread criticism on social media, with authorities emphasizing the importance of road safety and responsible driving behavior.