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Deadly Chinese Manjha Claims Another Life in UP: 25-Year-Old Biker Killed While Traveling for Bhai Dooj
Oct 23, 2025 10:35 pm CST
A 25-year-old motorcyclist, Ravi Kumar Sharma, tragically died after his throat was slit by illegal Chinese manjha on Uttar Pradesh's Sitapur highway while traveling with his wife for Bhai Dooj celebrations. This incident follows earlier fatalities in the region despite ongoing police efforts to crack down on the banned glass-coated kite string that has claimed multiple lives.
Cuttack Communal Tensions: 8 Arrested Following VHP Clashes and City-Wide Security Measures
Oct 06, 2025 07:38 pm CST
Eight arrests have been made following violent communal clashes in Cuttack, Odisha, where authorities imposed a 12-hour bandh, internet suspension, and curfew to maintain order. The conflict began with disputes over procession music and escalated to violent confrontations between VHP activists and police, resulting in 25 injuries including senior officers and property damage. Security forces have deployed over 2,600 personnel to control the situation and restricted city entry points.