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From Mandi to Dehradun: 5 deadliest Himalayan monsoon tragedies of 2025

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From Mandi to Dehradun: 5 deadliest Himalayan monsoon tragedies of 2025

Extreme weather events, including cloudbursts, flash floods, and relentless rainfall, have left a trail of destruction across Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir.

Rajasthan woman set ablaze over infertility; police attacked as villagers attempt cremation of half-burnt body

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Rajasthan woman set ablaze over infertility; police attacked as villagers attempt cremation of half-burnt body

The victim's brother Vikrant told Rajasthan Police that Sarla was harassed by her in-laws for years for being childless. When officers reached the spot, villagers blocked their way, attacked them, tore their uniforms and attempted to complete the cremation. The policemen managed to escape and informed senior officials.

IMD warns of heavy rains in UP and Bihar, flash flood risk in Uttarakhand on Sept 17

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IMD warns of heavy rains in UP and Bihar, flash flood risk in Uttarakhand on Sept 17

Besides UP and Bihar, IMD has also highlighted a flash flood risk in certain watersheds and neighbourhoods across the country over the next 24 hours, particularly where soils are already saturated.



Lawyers attack cops inside Varanasi court campus; SI suffers serious head injuries | Video

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Lawyers attack cops inside Varanasi court campus; SI suffers serious head injuries | Video

The police team had gone to the court to complete remand-related paperwork for Badagaon police station. However, tensions had already been simmering between the lawyers and the police as an SI from Badagaon police station had allegedly thrashed a lawyer during the settlement of a land dispute on Saturday.

Delhi BMW crash: Accused Gaganpreet Kaur’s judicial custody extended till Sept 27, bail hearing on Saturday

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Delhi BMW crash: Accused Gaganpreet Kaur’s judicial custody extended till Sept 27, bail hearing on Saturday

Navjot Singh, a deputy secretary in the economic affairs department of the finance ministry, and his wife, Sandeep Kaur, were on a motorcycle when it was hit by a BMW driven by Gaganpreet near Dhaula Kuan in Delhi.

Mumbai's iconic 'Van Rani' toy train to return to Sanjay Gandhi National Park by September end

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Mumbai's iconic 'Van Rani' toy train to return to Sanjay Gandhi National Park by September end

'Van Rani' toy train, which was one of Sanjay Gandhi National Park's most popular attractions since its launch in 1970, which was discontinued after Cyclone Tauktae caused severe damage in 2021.

Masked men loot SBI branch in Karnataka, escape with 58 kg gold and Rs 8 crore cash

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Masked men loot SBI branch in Karnataka, escape with 58 kg gold and Rs 8 crore cash

State Bank of India robbery: This incident chillingly echoes a previous robbery in the same city. Just months earlier, in June 2025, another major bank heist occurred at a Canara Bank branch in Vijayapura.



Bikaner medical student 'tricked' into joining Russian Army, releases video - ‘We are in Ukraine now’

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Bikaner medical student 'tricked' into joining Russian Army, releases video - ‘We are in Ukraine now’

Ajay released a video, in which he is seen in military fatigues. He said he had gone abroad for education and career opportunities but now finds himself trapped in a life-threatening situation.

December start on the cards for Noida International Airport after several missed dates

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December start on the cards for Noida International Airport after several missed dates

Noida International Airport will begin operations with domestic and cargo flights. Its capacity is supposed to grow from 1.2 crore passengers annually to 3 CPA by nearly doubling terminal 1.

Delhi cop’s son batters mother to death in Jaipur, video captures brutal attack

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Delhi cop’s son batters mother to death in Jaipur, video captures brutal attack

Naveen Singh grabbed his mother by the throat. He then punched her repeatedly in the face before striking her head with a stick he fetched from his room.



Mysuru Palace unveils star-studded lineup for Dasara 2025 cultural festival

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Mysuru Palace unveils star-studded lineup for Dasara 2025 cultural festival

Dasara festivities will commence on September 22 with a fusion concert. Padma Shri awardee Hariharan and his team will perform a blend of Ghazal and classical music for the opening night at Mysuru Palace.

School principal shot dead by bike-borne assailants during robbery attempt in UP's Ballia, woman teacher injured

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School principal shot dead by bike-borne assailants during robbery attempt in UP's Ballia, woman teacher injured

The incident took place on Tuesday when school principal Devendra Yadav was returning home on a motorcycle, along with assistant teacher Kanchan Singh, after attending a school cluster meeting in a government school in Deoria district.

Dehradun rain fury breaks 101-year record, monsoon remains active in Uttarakhand

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Dehradun rain fury breaks 101-year record, monsoon remains active in Uttarakhand

The monsoon remains intensely active, posing significant risks of landslides from the hills to the plains.



Delhi BMW crash victim's son receives father’s last birthday gift on day of cremation

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Delhi BMW crash victim's son receives father’s last birthday gift on day of cremation

BMW Case Delhi: Earlier that morning, he received a pre-ordered birthday gift from his father, the last one he would ever get.

Yogi's gift to UP vehicle owners: All non-tax e-challans issued between 2017-2021 cancelled

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Yogi's gift to UP vehicle owners: All non-tax e-challans issued between 2017-2021 cancelled

The entire process will be completed within 30 days, following which, vehicle owners will be able to check their challan status on the portal. Uttar Pradesh Transport Department clarified this was only a closure, meaning no refunds will be given and old challans will not be reopened.

Nainital Mall Road ripped by long, wide cracks; experts had already warned, vehicle entry stopped

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Nainital Mall Road ripped by long, wide cracks; experts had already warned, vehicle entry stopped

Nainital Lower Mall Road traffic diversion: During the said period, orders are passed to maintain smooth one-way traffic from 06.00 pm to 08.00 pm on Upper Mall Road, in violation of the earlier order regarding vehicle ban.

Dehradun river turns rowdy: Is climate change fueling Uttarakhand rain fury?

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Dehradun river turns rowdy: Is climate change fueling Uttarakhand rain fury?

Uttarakhand rain: The devastation in Dehradun is the latest reminder of the Himalayan region’s fragile ecology and the urgent need for resilient planning.

Gwalior murder: Husband pumps 4 bullets into wife for celebrating boyfriend's birthday, then goes live on Facebook

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Gwalior murder: Husband pumps 4 bullets into wife for celebrating boyfriend's birthday, then goes live on Facebook

Police said that even as Nandini lay injured, Arvind went live on Facebook holding his pistol and claimed his wife had filed false cases at the behest of her boyfriend.

BMW car accident in Delhi: Accused Gaganpreet Kaur tests negative for alcohol

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BMW car accident in Delhi: Accused Gaganpreet Kaur tests negative for alcohol

The police have confirmed that Gaganpreet has been booked under sections of culpable homicide not amounting to murder and for tampering with evidence after the accident.

Palwal accident: Haryana cop runs car over kids returning from school, two siblings dead

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Palwal accident: Haryana cop runs car over kids returning from school, two siblings dead

Haryana Palwal accident news: The driver has been identified as Narender Singh, a head constable posted as a reader in the Nuh DSP’s office.

Who is Gaganpreet Makkar, woman at the wheel in Delhi BMW crash?

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Who is Gaganpreet Makkar, woman at the wheel in Delhi BMW crash?

BMW case Delhi: On the day of the crash, Gaganpreet was travelling with her husband, two children and a maid when the luxury car struck Singh’s motorcycle near the Delhi Cantonment Metro Station.



From Delhi's BMW crash to Pune's Porsche, India's booming luxury car market hides a disturbing trend

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From Delhi's BMW crash to Pune's Porsche, India's booming luxury car market hides a disturbing trend

BMW Case Delhi: This tragic incidents are set against a backdrop of rapidly increasing luxury vehicle ownership across India. This proliferation of high-performance vehicles has been accompanied by a grim rise in fatal incidents involving reckless driving.



US tariffs on Indian shrimp: Andhra Pradesh reports Rs 25,000 crore loss, 50% orders cancelled

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US tariffs on Indian shrimp: Andhra Pradesh reports Rs 25,000 crore loss, 50% orders cancelled

The crisis stems from tariffs imposed by the administration of US President Donald Trump. The cumulative duty on Indian shrimp now stands at a staggering 59.72 per cent.

Delhi BMW accident: FIR contradicts what DCP said in press conference, claims counsel for accused

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Delhi BMW accident: FIR contradicts what DCP said in press conference, claims counsel for accused

The accused driver, Gaganpreet Kaur, was arrested by the Delhi Police on Monday and later remanded to judicial custody for two days by the Court. The accident left one person dead and his wife injured.

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