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Three-Year-Old Dalit Girl Sexually Assaulted in Jodhpur: Suspect Arrested and Rising Concerns Over SC-ST Women Safety in Rajasthan
Oct 24, 2025 01:19 pm CST
A three-year-old Dalit girl was sexually assaulted in Jodhpur after being lured with snacks by a family acquaintance who was later arrested. The incident highlights alarming statistics of crimes against SC-ST women in Rajasthan, with 763 rape cases registered between January 2024 and January 2025, prompting opposition criticism of deteriorating law and order in the state.
Tragic Bus Fire on Hyderabad-Bengaluru Route Claims 12 Lives After Highway Collision
Oct 24, 2025 01:18 pm CST
A private luxury bus traveling from Hyderabad to Bengaluru caught fire after colliding with a two-wheeler near Kurnool on NH-44, resulting in 12 fatalities. Twenty passengers escaped by breaking windows, while authorities continue searching for missing individuals and identifying victims.
Rajasthan SDM Suspended After Viral Video Shows Altercation with CNG Pump Staff
Oct 24, 2025 12:29 pm CST
A Rajasthan state civil service officer has been suspended after a viral video captured him slapping a CNG pump employee in Bhilwara. The incident, which occurred during a dispute over refueling order, led to the Department of Personnel suspending Chhotu Lal Sharma from his position as sub-divisional magistrate in Pratapgarh. Three petrol pump employees have also been arrested in connection with the confrontation that was recorded on CCTV.
Tragic Elephant Electrocution Highlights Growing Human-Wildlife Conflict in Coimbatore
Oct 24, 2025 11:44 am CST
A 25-year-old elephant died after knocking down an electric pole in Coimbatore's Thondamuthur area, highlighting escalating human-wildlife conflicts in the region. Forest officials confirmed the animal wandered from its habitat into farmland where it encountered the high-voltage pole. This incident occurs amid increasing reports of elephants entering residential areas, prompting authorities to implement enhanced safety measures and monitoring systems.
54-Year-Old Journalist Brutally Murdered Near Prayagraj Hotel: Police Launch Investigation
Oct 24, 2025 09:21 am CST
A 54-year-old journalist, Laxmi Narayan Singh, was fatally attacked with a sharp weapon near a Prayagraj hotel. Police are examining CCTV footage to identify the unknown assailants who killed the journalist, who was the nephew of former High Court Bar Association president. Authorities are actively working to apprehend those responsible for this brutal murder.
Tragic Altercation at Kali Puja: Man Fatally Stabbed Over Music Dispute in West Bengal
Oct 24, 2025 07:25 am CST
A 30-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Sonarpur, West Bengal after turning off music at a Kali Puja celebration to accommodate an elderly neighbor with heart problems. The incident escalated when another neighbor confronted him about silencing the music, resulting in an altercation that led to multiple stab wounds and the victim's death at a local hospital.
Indian Railways Deploys 1,205 Special Trains to Manage Chhath Festival Rush
Oct 24, 2025 02:35 am CST
Indian Railways has implemented comprehensive measures to handle the Chhath festival rush, including 1,205 special trains over four days. With enhanced passenger facilities at stations, coordinated monitoring systems, and dedicated holding areas, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirms that over 12,000 special trains will operate between October and November 2025, with 2,220 specifically serving Bihar to ensure comfortable and safe travel experiences during this peak festival season.
Mahe: India's First Indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Vessel Delivered to Navy by Cochin Shipyard
Oct 24, 2025 02:33 am CST
Cochin Shipyard Limited has delivered Mahe, the first of eight indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft to the Indian Navy, featuring 90% indigenous components and advanced diesel engine-waterjet propulsion. This milestone strengthens India's maritime defense capabilities and showcases the nation's growing self-reliance in defense manufacturing.
Violent Clashes Erupt During Tripura Bandh Demanding Deportation of Illegal Migrants
Oct 24, 2025 02:24 am CST
Tension gripped Tripura's Dhalai district as violence erupted during a 24-hour bandh called by the Tipra Civil Society, resulting in injuries to officials and traders. The strike demanded deportation of illegal migrants, implementation of the Tiprasa Accord, and other measures, leading to clashes, arson, and looting in Shantirbazar market despite heavy security deployment across the state.
Assam Relaxes Population Control Policies for Tribal Communities While Preparing Anti-Polygamy Legislation
Oct 24, 2025 02:24 am CST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announces relaxation of population control measures for micro communities while confirming plans to introduce anti-polygamy and "love jihad" bills in the upcoming assembly session. The policy changes aim to protect vulnerable tribal groups from demographic decline while addressing other social concerns through new legislation.