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Karnataka Man Kills Friend Over Unpaid Rs 2,000 Debt in Tragic Sickle Attack
Oct 27, 2025 01:30 pm CST
A 30-year-old man in Karnataka was fatally attacked with a sickle by his friend Dayanand Gundloor over an unpaid debt of Rs 2,000. The confrontation escalated from a verbal dispute to deadly violence when the victim, Manjunath Gowdar, failed to repay the borrowed money within the promised timeframe. The assailant surrendered to police immediately after the incident, confessing to the crime.
President Murmu Celebrates Chhath Puja: Honoring Sun God and Environmental Conservation in Indian Tradition
Oct 27, 2025 01:04 pm CST
President Droupadi Murmu extends heartfelt greetings on Chhath Puja, emphasizing its significance as a festival honoring the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya while promoting environmental conservation. The four-day celebration features rigorous fasting and devotional offerings to the setting and rising sun, reflecting deep-rooted Indian traditions of faith and reverence for nature.
54 Haryana Men Deported from US for Illegal Entry Through "Donkey Route": Investigation Underway
Oct 27, 2025 12:47 pm CST
The US has deported 54 men from Haryana, India who illegally entered the country via the "Donkey Route." Most deportees are aged 25-40, coming from districts like Karnal and Kaithal. This deportation aligns with the Trump administration's stricter stance on illegal immigration. Meanwhile, authorities have also arrested Lakhwinder Singh, a Lawrence Bishnoi gang associate who had been operating from the US since 2022.
Former Karnataka DGP's Lucknow Home Burglarized: Rs 2 Lakh and Valuable Jewelry Stolen
Oct 27, 2025 12:33 pm CST
The Lucknow residence of former Karnataka DGP Mahendra Kumar Srivastava was broken into between October 21-25, with thieves stealing Rs 2 lakh in cash and numerous valuable jewelry items including diamond sets, chains, and pendants. Police have registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and launched an investigation into the high-profile burglary.
Top Maoist Leaders Surrender Reveals Secret Peace Plan: General Secretary Wanted to End Armed Struggle
Oct 27, 2025 12:32 pm CST
Two senior Maoist Central Committee members have surrendered, revealing that their deceased General Secretary Basavaraju had initiated secret peace talks with the government before his death. With over 2,100 rebels surrendering since January 2024, this mass defection signals a potential end to India's longest-running insurgency as the Maoist movement faces internal divisions and declining support across the Red Corridor.
Tragic Drowning of Two Bihar Residents During Chhath Puja Rituals in Jharkhand's Sone River
Oct 27, 2025 12:25 pm CST
Two individuals from Bihar drowned while performing Chhath Puja rituals in the Sone river near Pokhrahi village in Jharkhand's Palamu district. Police continue searching for a third missing person after the tragic incident that occurred during the 'Kharna' ritual of the four-day festival. The victims had traveled to Palamu to celebrate Chhath with their in-laws' families.
India's External Affairs Minister Jaishankar Meets US Secretary Rubio at ASEAN Summit Amid Trade Deal Progress
Oct 27, 2025 11:54 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Kuala Lumpur during the ASEAN summit to discuss bilateral relations and global issues. Their meeting comes as India and the US near completion of a bilateral trade agreement after five rounds of negotiations. Jaishankar also held separate talks with leaders from Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand as part of India's diplomatic engagement with the influential ASEAN bloc.
TVK Chief Vijay Meets Karur Stampede Victims' Families One Month After Tragedy: Political Implications
Oct 27, 2025 11:47 am CST
Actor and TVK Chief Vijay conducts a private meeting with families of the 41 victims who died in the Karur stampede tragedy one month ago. As political tensions rise, opposition parties AIADMK and BJP are seeking alliance with TVK while controversy continues over the causes of the deadly incident that occurred during Vijay's delayed political rally.
Delhi's Chhath Puja Controversy: AAP Accuses BJP of Creating 'Fake Yamuna Ghat' for PM Modi
Oct 27, 2025 10:59 am CST
A political controversy has erupted in Delhi as AAP accuses BJP of creating a "fake Yamuna ghat" with filtered water for Prime Minister Modi's Chhath Puja celebrations, while ordinary devotees must use the polluted river. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions over Yamuna pollution and religious celebrations in the capital, with both parties exchanging accusations about environmental management and respect for cultural traditions.
Delhi Traffic Restrictions During Chhath Puja 2025: Complete Guide for Commuters
Oct 27, 2025 09:49 am CST
Delhi Traffic Police has implemented comprehensive traffic restrictions across the city for Chhath Puja celebrations on October 21-22, 2025. With over 3 lakh devotees expected at major ghats, authorities have announced specific diversions, closed routes, and parking regulations. Commuters are advised to use public transport and plan alternative routes, as traffic flow will be affected near all major celebration sites from Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning.