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Bilaspur Tragedy: 14-Year-Old Girl Commits Suicide by Jumping into Arpa River After Scolding
Chhattisgarh

Bilaspur Tragedy: 14-Year-Old Girl Commits Suicide by Jumping into Arpa River After Scolding

Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh: In a heart-wrenching incident from Bilaspur, a 14-year-old schoolgirl ended her life after being scolded by her elder sister for using her mobile phone at night. The girl, a 9th-grade student, jumped into the Arpa River in the Sarakanda area, leaving her family and the local community in shock and mourning. What Happened The incident occurred late at night when the girl was using her mobile phone. Her elder sister noticed this and scolded her, asking her to switch off the phone and go to sleep. Angered by the scolding, the girl left the house and walked a short distance to the Chhath Ghat on the Arpa River, where she jumped into the river. Despite the desperate attempts of her family to stop her, she plunged into the river before anyone could intervene. Nei...
Jharkhand Tragedy: Husband and Wife Kill Each Other in Bloody Dispute Over Minor Issue
Jharkhand

Jharkhand Tragedy: Husband and Wife Kill Each Other in Bloody Dispute Over Minor Issue

Devghar, Jharkhand: In a shocking incident from Devghar, a husband and wife lost their lives after a violent altercation escalated over a minor disagreement. The tragic episode unfolded in a rented house in the Belabagan area of Devghar city, where Ravi Sharma (30) and his wife Lovely Sharma (24) were found dead, both apparently attacked with sharp weapons. According to police, the couple had a dispute late Tuesday night which escalated into a deadly confrontation. Both reportedly attacked each other with a knife, resulting in fatal injuries. A knife was recovered from the scene. Bodies Found in Rented House Neighbors alerted the police after failing to contact the couple on Wednesday morning. On arrival, officers discovered both Ravi and Lovely Sharma lying in a pool of blood ins...
Tadasha Mishra Becomes Jharkhand’s First Woman DGP, Known for Tough Encounter Image
Jharkhand

Tadasha Mishra Becomes Jharkhand’s First Woman DGP, Known for Tough Encounter Image

Ranchi, Jharkhand: In a historic move, Tadasha Mishra, a 1994-batch IPS officer of the Jharkhand cadre, has been appointed as the acting Director General of Police (DGP) of Jharkhand. She assumes charge following the resignation of former DGP Anurag Gupta, whose resignation was accepted by the state government two days ago. The race for this top post included senior officers like 1992-batch IPS officers Anil Palta and Prashant Singh, as well as 1993-batch officer M.S. Bhatia, but ultimately, the government entrusted the state’s police leadership to Tadasha Mishra. Her appointment is seen as a step toward bringing renewed energy and direction to Jharkhand Police. Career and Tough Image in Bokaro Tadasha Mishra made a name for herself as a strict and decisive officer during her tenu...
Cold Wave Intensifies in Uttarakhand Hills; Weather to Remain Dry in Plains for 4 Days
Uttarakhand

Cold Wave Intensifies in Uttarakhand Hills; Weather to Remain Dry in Plains for 4 Days

Dehradun, Uttarakhand: A persistent cold wave has deepened the chill in the hilly regions of Uttarakhand, while the plains are expected to experience dry weather from November 7 to 12. Clear skies and bright sunshine in the plains will cause a slight rise in daytime temperatures, providing some warmth during the day despite the ongoing cold spell. Weather Update The Meteorological Centre reports that the mountain areas have been experiencing colder conditions due to recent snowfall and a prevailing cold wave. In the plains, early morning shallow fog has intensified the chill, although sunshine during the day will keep maximum temperatures around normal levels. On Thursday, Dehradun recorded a maximum temperature of 29.8°C, an increase of 3°C from the previous day, while the minimu...
Mussoorie Tragedy: Father Dies, 14-Year-Old Son Injured as Bike Plunges 300-Meter Deep Ravine
Uttarakhand

Mussoorie Tragedy: Father Dies, 14-Year-Old Son Injured as Bike Plunges 300-Meter Deep Ravine

Mussoorie/Dehradun: A horrifying road accident on the Mussoorie-Dehradun route claimed the life of a father while leaving his 14-year-old son critically injured. The duo, who were en route to Mussoorie for painting work, lost control of their bike, which slipped off the road and fell into a 300-meter deep ravine near Galogi. The incident sent shockwaves through the local community. Accident Details According to Mussoorie Kotwal Devendra Chauhan, the bike, a Bajaj Platina (UK07-AB-7926), was traveling towards Mussoorie when it skidded near an area under recent roadside construction. The father, Aswak Ahmed (40), son of Farooq Ahmed, a resident of Raipur Adhovala, Jain Plot, Dehradun, died on the spot. His son, Faizan Ahmed (14), fell off the bike but was trapped on the hillside. Local...
Punjab-Haryana High Court Clarifies: Sexual Activity with Minors is Statutory Rape, Marriage or Consent Irrelevant
PUNJAB AND HARYANA

Punjab-Haryana High Court Clarifies: Sexual Activity with Minors is Statutory Rape, Marriage or Consent Irrelevant

Chandigarh: In a significant ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has made it clear that any sexual activity with a person under the age of 18 constitutes statutory rape under the POCSO Act, regardless of marital status or consent. The court emphasized that even if the minor is married or provides consent, the law does not recognize it as legal. Case Background The ruling came in response to a petition filed by a Muslim couple from Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. The couple had married despite opposition from the girl’s family and approached the High Court seeking protection, citing threats to their safety. However, the state government informed the court that the girl is only 17 years old, making the marriage illegal under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006. Court’s Ob...
Punjab Police Rescues TV Journalist Kidnapped by Three Men Disguised as Nihang Sikhs
PUNJAB AND HARYANA

Punjab Police Rescues TV Journalist Kidnapped by Three Men Disguised as Nihang Sikhs

Mohali, Punjab: In a dramatic turn of events, three men disguised as Nihang Sikhs abducted a TV journalist in Mohali on Tuesday evening. The journalist, Gurpiyar Singh, was held hostage at a Gurdwara in Kotkapura, Faridkot district, but Punjab Police successfully rescued him within 12 hours of the abduction. One suspect has been arrested, while two others remain at large. Abduction Linked to Financial Dispute According to SSP Harmandeep Singh Hans, the journalist was abducted at around 7 PM outside his office in Nayagaon. Investigations revealed that the kidnapping stemmed from a financial dispute. The suspects had previously sought Gurpiyar Singh’s help in a property-related matter and had collected some funds on his behalf. When Gurpiyar refused to pay their share of the amount, th...
Haryana Police K9 Squad Dogs Sniff Out Buried Drugs in Fateful Raid
PUNJAB AND HARYANA

Haryana Police K9 Squad Dogs Sniff Out Buried Drugs in Fateful Raid

Fatehabad, Haryana: In a remarkable display of skill and teamwork, Haryana Police scored a major success against drug trafficking in the Ratia region, thanks to their specially trained K9 dog squad. Under the leadership of DSP Nar Singh, a coordinated anti-narcotics operation sent shockwaves through local drug networks. Four-Legged Heroes: Jack and Rambo The highlight of the raid was the K9 unit’s two star dogs, Jack and Rambo, whose acute sense of smell uncovered a stash that had been carefully buried to evade detection. The police team conducted the raid Friday morning in Babanpur village, where nothing initially appeared suspicious. However, Jack and Rambo sensed something hidden and led officers to the rear of a house. The dogs began digging and signaling persistently, prompting ...
Family Feud Erupts Again in Chautala Clan: Legal Notice Sent to Abhay Chautala’s Son Karn Over Alleged False Claims
PUNJAB AND HARYANA

Family Feud Erupts Again in Chautala Clan: Legal Notice Sent to Abhay Chautala’s Son Karn Over Alleged False Claims

Sonepat/Hisar, Haryana: The Chautala family is once again in the midst of a political and legal storm. Karn Chautala, elder son of Abhay Chautala, has been served a legal notice by the Jannayak Janata Party (JJP) following his recent statements regarding the 1990 Meham incident. The notice alleges that Karn made false and defamatory claims against JJP’s national president Ajay Chautala, hurting the sentiments of the party and its supporters. Background of the Dispute Karn Chautala, a senior office-bearer in the Indian National Lok Dal (INLD), reportedly stated in an interview with a private news channel that Ajay Chautala’s name was included in the FIR related to the Meham case, which the JJP claims is baseless. In response, the party, through its legal representative, has demanded t...
Tragic Axe Attack in Banswara: Father Assaults Daughter and Three-Year-Old Son, Child Dies
Rajasthan

Tragic Axe Attack in Banswara: Father Assaults Daughter and Three-Year-Old Son, Child Dies

Banswara, Rajasthan: In a shocking and tragic incident in Banswara, a father attacked his own daughter and three-year-old son with an axe. The three-year-old sustained fatal injuries and died on the spot, while the daughter is critically injured. The incident has sent shockwaves throughout the local community. Incident Details According to police reports, the accused, identified as Shaukat, had a dispute with a neighbor. His daughter, Kajal, tried to intervene and reason with him regarding the quarrel, but this enraged Shaukat further. He first assaulted his wife and then attacked his daughter and young son, Arbaz, with an axe in a fit of rage. The horrifying attack occurred in the Jail Road area of Kotwali police station late in the evening. Despite immediate medical attention, A...