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Tragic Fratricide in Jharkhand: Man Runs Truck Over Brother in Fatal Loan Payment Dispute
Oct 20, 2025 02:39 am CST
In a horrific incident in Deoghar district, Jharkhand, a 42-year-old man deliberately ran over his younger brother with a truck following a dispute over unpaid vehicle loan installments. The victim had previously helped the accused purchase the mini truck used in the crime. Police have launched a manhunt for the intoxicated perpetrator who fled the scene immediately after the incident.
UP Man Arrested for Killing Wife with Hammer Following Domestic Disputes
Oct 20, 2025 02:37 am CST
A domestic dispute in Etah ended tragically when Premchandra Gupta fatally attacked his wife Gautami Devi with a hammer during an argument. Gupta, now in police custody, confessed to acting out of frustration over "daily fights" with his spouse. Authorities continue investigating this case of domestic violence turned deadly.
Ancient Treasures Revealed: Copper Coins and Gold Stick Found in Banke Bihari Temple's Treasury After 54 Years
Oct 20, 2025 02:35 am CST
After 54 years, the sealed treasury of Mathura's Banke Bihari Temple was opened under Supreme Court orders, revealing modest artifacts including copper coins, silver sticks, and a gold stick used in Holi celebrations. The inspection, conducted amid controversy from the Goswami community who questioned the authority of the interim committee, has now been completed with a full inventory of the discovered items.
Green Firecrackers Revive Delhi's Diwali Spirit: Supreme Court Approves Eco-Friendly Celebrations
Oct 20, 2025 02:22 am CST
Delhi celebrates the return of firecrackers this Diwali season as the Supreme Court permits certified green crackers in the capital and NCR. Markets like Sadar Bazar witness renewed festive enthusiasm as vendors ensure compliance with environmental regulations through NEERI certification, balancing traditional celebrations with ecological responsibility.
Delhi Implements GRAP-2 Anti-Pollution Measures as AQI Reaches 'Very Poor' Category Ahead of Diwali
Oct 20, 2025 02:22 am CST
Delhi has activated GRAP-2 anti-pollution measures as the city's Air Quality Index reaches 302, falling into the 'very poor' category ahead of Diwali. The Commission for Air Quality Management has implemented restrictions on coal, firewood, and diesel generators, with experts warning that air quality will likely worsen after festival celebrations due to firecracker usage and unfavorable weather conditions.
PM Modi Encourages Citizens to Purchase Local 'Swadeshi' Products During India's Festive Season
Oct 20, 2025 02:05 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged Indians to celebrate the festive season by purchasing locally-made 'Swadeshi' products, supporting the nation's artisans and manufacturers. His appeal encourages citizens to share their local purchases on social media to inspire others, promoting India's self-reliance movement and honoring the creativity of 140 crore Indians during this important shopping period.
Major Drug Bust: Rs 3 Crore Worth of Codeine-Laced Cough Syrup Seized in Uttar Pradesh
Oct 20, 2025 01:54 am CST
Authorities in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh have intercepted a major drug trafficking operation, seizing 1.19 lakh bottles of codeine-containing cough syrup worth Rs 3 crore. Three suspects from Madhya Pradesh were arrested while transporting the contraband from Ghaziabad to Jharkhand, cleverly concealed among snack cartons to evade detection. The seizure highlights ongoing efforts to combat pharmaceutical drug trafficking under the NDPS Act.
Ayodhya Breaks Two Guinness World Records with 26.17 Lakh Diyas and Largest Aarti Ceremony During Diwali Deepotsav
Oct 20, 2025 12:58 am CST
Ayodhya achieved two impressive Guinness World Records during its Diwali Deepotsav celebration, illuminating 26.17 lakh diyas along the Saryu River and organizing the world's largest aarti ceremony with 2,128 participants. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath participated in the spectacular event that included performances from artistes representing five countries.
West Bengal Man Murders Wife Over Infidelity Suspicions, Arrested While Fleeing Kerala
Oct 20, 2025 12:08 am CST
A construction worker from West Bengal was arrested for murdering his wife and burying her body near their workplace in Ayarkunnam, Kerala. The suspect, Soni SK, confessed to strangling his wife Alpana Khathoon and striking her with an iron rod due to suspicions of infidelity. He was apprehended at a railway station while attempting to flee with his two children after filing a missing person report three days after the murder.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's Controversial 'Sanatani' Warning Sparks BJP-Congress Confrontation Amid RSS March Dispute
Oct 20, 2025 12:04 am CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has created political turmoil with his controversial warning against associating with 'sanatanis' and the RSS, occurring amid a disputed RSS march. The BJP has swiftly condemned his remarks, while his deputy DK Shivakumar has distanced himself from the controversy. The conflict highlights ongoing tensions between right-wing organizations and the Congress government in Karnataka.