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International Athlete Murdered After Standing Against Harassment at Wedding Ceremony: Three Arrested
Dec 13, 2025 09:07 pm CST
Three suspects have been arrested in Bengaluru for the murder of Rohit Dhankhar, an international bodybuilder and six-time national gold medalist. The athlete was fatally attacked after confronting individuals making inappropriate remarks toward women at a wedding in Bhiwani, Haryana. The accused deliberately crashed their vehicle into Dhankhar's car before assaulting him, resulting in fatal injuries.
Fatal Altercation in Punjab: Woman Killed After Attacking Partner in Hotel Dispute
Dec 13, 2025 08:42 pm CST
A tragic incident in Ludhiana, Punjab resulted in a woman's death after she severely injured her partner's genitals during an argument over marriage. The man, who has been arrested, retaliated by strangling her before fleeing the hotel. The victim was undergoing divorce proceedings and had two children. Authorities are investigating the complete sequence of events while the accused receives medical treatment.
Former BJP MLA Named in 20,000-Page Chargesheet for Alleged Voter Deletion Scheme in Karnataka Elections
Dec 13, 2025 08:20 pm CST
A comprehensive investigation has resulted in a 20,000-page chargesheet against seven individuals, including former BJP MLA Subhash Guttedar, for allegedly removing nearly 6,000 voters from electoral rolls in Karnataka's Aland constituency during the 2023 assembly elections. The case involves claims of unauthorized access to Election Commission systems and has sparked political confrontation between BJP and opposition leaders.
Revealed: 'Sleeping Partner' Ajay Gupta Was Key Operator Behind Goa Nightclub Before Deadly Fire
Dec 13, 2025 08:12 pm CST
Investigation reveals Ajay Gupta, supposedly a "sleeping partner," was the primary manager of Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa where a devastating fire killed 25 people. While the Luthra brothers await deportation from Thailand, Gupta was found hiding in a Delhi hospital owned by his friend after fleeing Goa following the incident.
BJP Makes Historic Gains in Kerala Local Elections: Wins Majority in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation
Dec 13, 2025 07:46 pm CST
The BJP secured a historic win in Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation, winning 50 out of 101 seats in Kerala's local body elections, while Congress-led UDF dominated overall results. Shashi Tharoor acknowledged the significant political shift in his constituency as Prime Minister Modi called it a "watershed moment" for Kerala politics.
Rajinikanth's Image Misused in Karthigai Deepam Religious Controversy: Team Officially Denies Involvement
Dec 13, 2025 07:37 pm CST
A controversial poster featuring superstar Rajinikanth has appeared at a hunger strike in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district, falsely suggesting his support for lighting a lamp near a dargah following a court order. Rajinikanth's official team has categorically denied any involvement in the Karthigai Deepam religious dispute, which has sparked tensions between local communities, Hindu organizations, and government authorities over century-old religious traditions.
Decade-Long Failure: No Emission Monitoring at 11 Coal Plants Contributing to Delhi's Air Crisis
Dec 13, 2025 07:13 pm CST
An RTI response reveals the Central Pollution Control Board has failed to monitor emissions from 11 coal-fired thermal power plants near Delhi for over a decade, despite these facilities being major contributors to the region's severe air pollution. These plants continue operating without proper oversight or enforcement of 2015 emission control mandates, undermining efforts to address Delhi's persistent air quality crisis.
Mamata Banerjee Issues Public Apology Following Chaos at Lionel Messi's Kolkata Event: Investigation Ordered
Dec 13, 2025 06:57 pm CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has ordered an official inquiry and issued a public apology after Lionel Messi's appearance at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata descended into chaos. Fans who paid up to Rs 14,000 for tickets vandalized the stadium when unable to see the football superstar, forcing organizers to cut short the event and hurriedly escort Messi away. The incident has sparked political backlash with opposition BJP criticizing the event's security arrangements and management just months before elections.
Chaos at Lionel Messi's Kolkata Event: BJP Slams Mamata Banerjee for "Complete Mismanagement"
Dec 13, 2025 06:57 pm CST
The visit of football superstar Lionel Messi to Kolkata descended into chaos at Salt Lake Stadium as angry fans breached security and vandalized property after being unable to see their idol. BJP leaders harshly criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress for alleged mismanagement, while Banerjee has apologized and announced an inquiry. The high-profile event, which cost attendees up to Rs 14,000 per ticket, was cut short amid the disorder, with political blame-trading following the international embarrassment.
Goa Nightclub Fire: Dancer's Husband Reveals Devastating Psychological Impact as Investigation Widens
Dec 13, 2025 06:28 pm CST
The husband of a dancer performing at Goa's 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub when a deadly fire killed 25 people reveals his wife's severe trauma in an exclusive NDTV interview. Meanwhile, authorities expand their investigation with over 60 statements recorded, multiple arrests, and international efforts to extradite the nightclub owners who fled to Thailand after the tragedy.