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Delhi records fourth Covid-related death this year; active cases climb to 483

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Delhi records fourth Covid-related death this year; active cases climb to 483

The latest casualty was a 22-year-old woman with a history of pulmonary Koch’s disease, post-tuberculosis lung complications and a bilateral lower respiratory tract infection.

Dehradun boarding school horror: Autistic brothers from UP sexually abused, tortured

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Dehradun boarding school horror: Autistic brothers from UP sexually abused, tortured

The mother alleged that her children were beaten up and sexually assaulted by the warden of the school. The two autistic brothers, aged 9 and 13, hail from Moradabad in Uttar Pradesh.

Delhi on yellow alert till Wednesday, IMD says no heatwave expected in next 7 days

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Delhi on yellow alert till Wednesday, IMD says no heatwave expected in next 7 days

Gusty winds ranging from 40 to 50 kmph are expected, with speeds temporarily reaching up to 60 kmph during thunderstorms.

Gujarat to build 'Sindoor Van' in Kutch near Pakistan border

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Gujarat to build 'Sindoor Van' in Kutch near Pakistan border

Gujarat to build 'Sindoor Van' memorial park in Kutch, honouring Operation Sindoor’s defence forces and national unity. The 8-hectare forest will feature combat dioramas, sindoor plants and a tribute to Pahalgam attack victims

'Raped, beaten, burnt with cigarette': Autistic brothers abused by staff at Dehradun boarding school

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'Raped, beaten, burnt with cigarette': Autistic brothers abused by staff at Dehradun boarding school

The horrific incident came to light last Friday when their mother visited them at the school. Seeing their mother both the children broke down, and told her everything.

Minor Dalit girl dies after rape, knife attack in Muzaffarpur; Congress alleges negligence in treatment by Patna hospital

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Minor Dalit girl dies after rape, knife attack in Muzaffarpur; Congress alleges negligence in treatment by Patna hospital

Four days ago on May 26, a minor girl was raped in her village Kundli in Muzaffarpur.

Arunachal man crosses furious river on dagerously hanging bridge, Kiren Rijiju shares video | Watch

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Arunachal man crosses furious river on dagerously hanging bridge, Kiren Rijiju shares video | Watch

The identity of the man in the video remains unknown and it is still unclear whether he was rescued

Punjab AAP sarpanch shoots self dead after posting Punjabi poem on Facebook

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Punjab AAP sarpanch shoots self dead after posting Punjabi poem on Facebook

Before taking the tragic step, Bawa shared an emotional poem by Punjabi poet Parkash Sathi on his Facebook page. The post was later seen by many as a hint at his troubled state of mind.

No roads, just boats: How this Chamba village stays connected in Himachal's hills

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No roads, just boats: How this Chamba village stays connected in Himachal's hills

Despite its scenic beauty, Tipri remains off the tourist map. The Taleru boating point attracts visitors, but few venture further.

Justice delivered in Anna University case: 2024 sex assault that shook campus and brought political storm

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Justice delivered in Anna University case: 2024 sex assault that shook campus and brought political storm

DMK MP Kanimozhi contrasted the swift conviction with the six-year delay in the Pollachi sexual assault case under the previous AIADMK government.

Caught on dashcam: Bengaluru bus driver tries to 'run over' woman doctor - Watch

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Caught on dashcam: Bengaluru bus driver tries to 'run over' woman doctor - Watch

The woman was travelling with her family when their electric car was slightly hit by the rear side of a BMTC bus.

Chinese app targets Northeast youth: 'Delhi is far away, China is closer'

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Chinese app targets Northeast youth: 'Delhi is far away, China is closer'

REDNOTE is under scrutiny for targeting youth in the Northeast with anti-national content and provocative messaging.

Bihar woman assaults Bengaluru auto driver, later falls at his feet and says sorry | Watch

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Bihar woman assaults Bengaluru auto driver, later falls at his feet and says sorry | Watch

Bengaluru road rage goes viral as Bihar woman, Pankhuri Mishra, assaults auto driver with slippers after confrontation over filming. Case filed amid protests, with accused claiming self-defence and pregnancy during police questioning.

Pakistani Hindu refugees in Delhi fear fresh eviction — ‘We fled to be safe, now where do we go?'

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Pakistani Hindu refugees in Delhi fear fresh eviction — ‘We fled to be safe, now where do we go?'

Pakistani Hindu refugees in Delhi fear eviction after a court upheld the clearing of camps near the Yamuna floodplain. They held a panchayat to seek resettlement and plan to meet Delhi’s CM.

Northeast rains: Intense flooding, landslides, deaths - what's happening in Assam, Mizoram, Sikkim, Manipur

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Northeast rains: Intense flooding, landslides, deaths - what's happening in Assam, Mizoram, Sikkim, Manipur

Guwahati rain: Assam has been among the worst-hit, with Guwahati submerged in many parts and nine fatalities reported from across the state

Muzaffarpur rape: Brutally assaulted 10-year-old child dies at Patna hospital - 'Left waiting for hours in ambulance'

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Muzaffarpur rape: Brutally assaulted 10-year-old child dies at Patna hospital - 'Left waiting for hours in ambulance'

The minor girl had to wait in an ambulance for hours before being admitted to the hospital, her family alleged. However, the PMCH authorities denied the allegations and said the hospital administration acted swiftly after the case came to their notice.

Gurugram's Bristol Chowk liquor vend sells for Rs 98 cr, most expensive in Haryana’s history

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Gurugram's Bristol Chowk liquor vend sells for Rs 98 cr, most expensive in Haryana’s history

Gurugram, which contributes around 35-40% of Haryana’s excise revenue, plays a pivotal role in meeting the state’s ambitious financial goals.

Delhi weather: IMD's yellow alert till Tuesday - How ‘mix of factors’ is keeping June heat away

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Delhi weather: IMD's yellow alert till Tuesday - How ‘mix of factors’ is keeping June heat away

The IMD has attributed the storm to multiple interacting weather systems, a western disturbance over north Pakistan, a cyclonic circulation over Haryana, and moisture incursion from the Arabian Sea, coupled with favourable thermodynamic conditions.

How May’s unusually cool weather 'ruined' mangoes in UP, Maharashtra: 'None can be exported now'

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How May’s unusually cool weather 'ruined' mangoes in UP, Maharashtra: 'None can be exported now'

Unseasonal storms and erratic temperatures have ravaged mango orchards in Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra, damaging crops, reducing yields, and threatening farmer incomes at the peak of India’s mango export season.

Boeing out, Lord Jagannath’s chariot in Kolkata gets Sukhoi fighter jet tyres

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Boeing out, Lord Jagannath’s chariot in Kolkata gets Sukhoi fighter jet tyres

Lord Jagannath’s chariot in Kolkata gets Sukhoi fighter jet tyres after 20-year search, replacing old Boeing 747 wheels for smoother, safer Rath Yatra. ISKCON’s upgrade ensures better stability on city roads ahead of the June 27 procession.

No trees cut, no animals hurt: Punjab clears first wildlife corridor as part of Zirakpur bypass project

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No trees cut, no animals hurt: Punjab clears first wildlife corridor as part of Zirakpur bypass project

A forest official explained that the corridor connects fragmented habitats, allowing animals to migrate, forage and breed without disruption.

Dwarka Expressway tunnel trial begins, Delhi-Gurugram commute to get shorter

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Dwarka Expressway tunnel trial begins, Delhi-Gurugram commute to get shorter

Built with advanced engineering, the tunnel features CCTV surveillance, emergency exits and a dedicated control room to ensure safety.

Power crisis ends: Madhya Pradesh villagers perform unique ‘puja’ for new transformer

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Power crisis ends: Madhya Pradesh villagers perform unique ‘puja’ for new transformer

The recent puja was conducted to ensure the new transformer would function efficiently for many years to come.

Bundles of notes fly out of window as Odisha engineer tries to ditch Rs 2 crore haul

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Bundles of notes fly out of window as Odisha engineer tries to ditch Rs 2 crore haul

In a scene straight out of a slapstick heist film, Odisha’s Chief Engineer Baikuntha Nath Sarangi tried his best not to get caught with Rs 2.1 crore in cash by hurling bundles of Rs 500 notes out of his Bhubaneswar flat window.

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