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Woman Reports Rapido Driver for Inappropriate Touching During Bengaluru Ride: Safety Concerns Rise
Nov 08, 2025 04:37 pm CST
A Bengaluru woman has filed a police complaint against a Rapido bike taxi rider who allegedly attempted to grab her legs during a journey. The incident, which occurred on Thursday afternoon, was partially recorded by the victim who shared her experience on social media. The Wilson Garden Police have registered an FIR against the accused driver, highlighting growing safety concerns for women using ride-sharing services in urban India.
Three Men Arrested After Kidnapping and Sexual Assault of College Student in Coimbatore: Political Backlash Intensifies in Tamil Nadu
Nov 04, 2025 09:49 am CST
Three suspects have been arrested following a police encounter for the kidnapping and sexual assault of a female college student in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The incident has sparked intense political controversy, with opposition parties led by EPS and BJP criticizing Chief Minister MK Stalin's government over women's safety concerns, while officials maintain swift action is being taken against perpetrators. This case follows the recent conviction in the Anna University assault, raising broader questions about law enforcement effectiveness in the state.
Women Account for 61% of Delhi's Missing Persons in 2025: Alarming Gender Disparity Revealed
Oct 31, 2025 11:15 pm CST
Recent Delhi Police data reveals a disturbing trend: women constitute 61% of the 19,682 people reported missing in 2025, with teenage girls facing particularly high risks. This gender disparity has remained consistent over the past decade, highlighting ongoing safety concerns for women and girls in India's capital city.
NDTV Journalist Chased by Drunk Bartenders in Delhi: A Harrowing Late-Night Incident
Oct 31, 2025 05:28 pm CST
An NDTV senior producer faced a terrifying ordeal when two intoxicated men chased her vehicle from Noida to Delhi late at night. The perpetrators, who have criminal backgrounds, damaged her car before taxi drivers came to her rescue in Lajpat Nagar. Police have arrested both suspects, who were working as bartenders at the time of the incident.
Odisha Medical Student Gang-Raped Near Durgapur College: Investigation Underway
Oct 11, 2025 10:55 pm CST
A 23-year-old second-year MBBS student from Odisha was gang-raped near IQ City Medical College in West Bengal's Durgapur. The assault occurred Friday evening when the student was with a male friend who fled the scene. West Bengal police have launched an investigation and promised justice, while the victim remains hospitalized in critical condition. This incident adds to growing concerns about women's safety in West Bengal educational institutions.
Woman's Sexual Harassment Claim Against Blinkit Delivery Driver Prompts Police Investigation and Company Action
Oct 05, 2025 03:54 pm CST
A woman's video evidence of alleged inappropriate touching by a Blinkit delivery driver has sparked social media debate and prompted responses from both the company and Mumbai Police. After initially receiving what she described as an inadequate response to her verbal complaint, the woman's video evidence led to the driver's contract termination. The incident has reignited discussions about women's safety in delivery services across India.
India Records 29% Decline in Violent Crime Over Past Decade: Comprehensive Analysis of NCRB Data
Oct 04, 2025 01:18 am CST
India has achieved a significant 29% reduction in violent crimes over the past decade according to National Crime Records Bureau data. Key improvements include a 40% decrease in riots, 19% reduction in rape cases, and 27% fewer dowry deaths. These positive trends are attributed to enhanced policing infrastructure, the nationwide implementation of the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network, and strengthened legal frameworks specifically targeting crimes against women and children.