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Soon after the accident, local residents staged a protest demanding that speed-breakers and a signal be installed in the area.

MHADA Konkan Board Lottery: 5,354 flats, 77 plots allotted in Thane, Vasai

The lottery draw was held today at 11 am at Dr Kashinath Ghanekar Auditorium in Thane, in the presence of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.

Udit Gaayke death: BTech student dies after police assault for partying with friends in Bhopal; 2 constables suspended

According to DCP (Zone 2) Vivek Singh, constables Santosh Bamaniya and Saurabh Arya have been suspended, and further action will follow once the post-mortem report is received.

Radhika Yadav murder: Tennis player's father killed her to preserve honour, says Gurugram police in chargesheet

On July 10, in a fit of rage, Deepak allegedly fired multiple shots at Radhika with his licensed gun while she was cooking in the kitchen of their house in Gurugram

'Hurled abuse, filmed me’: Northeast woman recounts ordeal after cancelling Bengaluru auto ride

The video footage shows the driver speaking aggressively to her in Kannada, a language Bii does not understand, despite her informing him of this.

Bengaluru pub mystery: Young bank manager found dead in ladies' washroom

1522 Pub in West Bengaluru: A check of the establishment's CCTV footage revealed that Megharaj had entered the ladies’ washroom. The pub staff were forced to break open the latched door, where they discovered the young man unconscious inside.

CAG warned - no one listened: Cough syrup tragedy exposes big drug testing gaps

A report released by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) in December 2024 had already warned of significant gaps in drug inspections and testing in Tamil Nadu.

Delhi Metro rushes for urgent cyber shield after Europe's Madrid, Barcelona networks go dark

The digitalisation in Metros is dramatically intensifying cybersecurity risks for metro rail systems worldwide. While a cyber attack was ruled out in the April 28 Iberian incident, the DMRC official leveraged the event to highlight the urgent need for fortified defences.

Haryana redefines Aravalis – Why most hills in Gurugram and Faridabad could disappear from Maps

Conservationists warn that a proposed change in their definition by the Haryana government could open large areas to real estate and mining, with serious ecological consequences.

PTI Chennai office gets bomb threat; 30 similar threats in 30 days target CM Stalin, actor Vijay and others

The police have been receiving similar threats to the office and residence of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, residence of actor-politician Vijay, BJP state headquarters Kamalalayam and Puthiya Thalaimurai Tamil TV channel office.

New Vande Bharat between Bengaluru and Ernakulam from mid-Nov: Check timings and route

The news has been welcomed by commuters and community groups in Bengaluru, where a consistent demand for improved connectivity to Kerala has persisted.

‘They called me Ching Chong’: Meghalaya woman harassed twice in Delhi; Kiren Rijiju responds - ‘Dear sister ...’

The woman, identified as Rittu Marak, said she was mocked for her appearance and called “Ching Chong” at two separate locations in Delhi, first in Kamla Nagar and later inside a Metro train.

Why Mumbai Metro Aqua Line 3 is facing commuter backlash after launch

However, despite the litany of teething problems, commuters acknowledged the fundamental benefits of the new line. The dramatic reduction in travel time and the smooth train rides were cited as significant positives.



39 cottages, gold, fish pond and 17 tonnes of honey: The bizarre empire of retired Madhya Pradesh PWD engineer

PWD Chief Engineer GP Mehra corruption case: By the end of the day, the preliminary inventory read like a treasury report: a total of Rs 36.04 lakh in cash, 2.649 kg of gold, 5.523 kg of silver, numerous fixed deposits, insurance policies, share documents, multiple properties and four luxury cars.

Mumbai One app launch hits glitch on 1st day: Metro 3 stations missing, passengers queue up at ticket counters

The newly inaugurated Metro 3 stations, which connect Cuffe Parade to Science Centre, did not appear on the app, forcing passengers to buy tickets manually.

Mumbai's Aqua Line, India's longest underground metro, launches with 1.5 lakh riders

The Metro’s primary appeal lies in its drastic reduction of both travel time and cost for journeys connecting the suburbs to south Mumbai’s key business and government districts. 



Gutkha defaces Bihar’s brand-new Rajgir Cricket Stadium - ‘That’s the signature mark!’

Despite its impressive design and 40,000-seat capacity, sections of the stadium’s bare brick walls are already marked with gutkha stains.

Brake fluid in cough syrup: Tamil Nadu vs Madhya Pradesh over Coldrif deaths - But who is to blame?

Both sides have accused each other of negligence and regulatory failure in the production and testing of the toxic medicine.

Haryana IPS suicide row explodes: FIR against 8 top officers named in note; DGP, SP may be sent on leave

The eight-page note, recovered from Kumar’s home, allegedly names eight senior IPS officers, including Haryana DGP Shatrujeet Singh Kapur and Rohtak SP Narendra Bijarnia, alleging prolonged harassment and humiliation.

12 students beaten up in tribal residential school in Palghar for not cleaning toilet properly

The incident took place earlier this week in the hostel of Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram School in Talasari.

‘London is equally horrible’: DK Shivakumar defends Bengaluru traffic, compares congestion

The minister said while traffic congestion is a serious and widely reported issue in cities like Delhi and London, several factors may lead to Bengaluru's traffic getting disproportionately more "noise" in media coverage.

Surat double murder: Bizman kills sister-in-law for refusing marriage, then stabs her brother in front of wife

The family got into a heated argument after the accused raised the topic of marrying his sister-in-law. In a fit of rage, he attacked them with a knife, fatally stabbing the brother-sister duo.

'You'll be found in 50 pieces': UP Governor Anandiben Patel cautions girls against live-in relationships

Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, who is also the chancellor of state universities, expressed concern over rising instances of violence against women and urged girl students to make wise decisions in their personal lives.

For 13 years, a 16-year-old vanished from home. Then Udupi police found him in Bengaluru

Ananthakrishna Prabhu, who was 16 when he vanished from Mundkur in Karkala on December 6, 2012, has been found living and working in Bengaluru.

Fatal Thar vs motorcycle crash in Delhi: 40-year-old dead, driver in his 30s arrested

The motorcyclist, identified as Aashish Sharma, a resident of nearby Uttam Nagar, was swiftly transported to a hospital for treatment. However, he was declared dead upon arrival. The car's occupants reportedly abandoned the vehicle at the scene and fled, leaving Sharma in a critical condition.

How Tamil Nadu pharma plant linked to 21 child deaths in MP operated unchecked for 14 years

An inspection on October 2, conducted at the request of Madhya Pradesh's drug controller, laid bare the horrifying conditions. Officials documented 364 violations at the Kancheepuram plant. 



Two teenage students commit suicide at ashram school in Maharashtra

The incident occurred during the intervening night of Wednesday and Thursday, they said, adding that no suicide note was found at the spot and the motive behind the extreme step was yet to be ascertained.

PHOTOS | Rajgir International Cricket Stadium: World-class pavilions, pitches & stands redefining Bihar sports

The stadium seeks to make Rajgir a prominent center for cricket and major sporting events across India, while also drawing tourists and encouraging a thriving sports culture in Bihar.

Speeding Land Rover Defender with VVIP number crashes into 5 cars near Noida mall

According to the officials, the luxury SUV, registered in Uttar Pradesh, was being driven by a man named Sunit, a resident of Sector 100 in Noida. Early investigations suggest that Sunit lost control of the vehicle while trying to cross the busy intersection at high speed.

Woman trampled to death, but saves 2 daughters from rampaging elephant in Chhattisgarh

The 28-year-old woman, Itwariya was asleep on Monday night with her daughters, Janki (4) and Ramkali (2), inside their mud house in Dhab village, Janakpur forest range, Chhattisgarh, when an elephant suddenly charged toward their home.

458 people dead as Jharkhand witnesses heaviest monsoon in a decade, climate change blamed

Between June and September, heavy rainfall and associated disasters claimed at least 458 lives, damaged thousands of homes, and ravaged farmlands, official data showed.

Navi Mumbai Airport inauguration done: Here’s when flight operations will start

Arun Bansal, the chief executive officer of Adani Airports, said the airline that will take off first from Navi Mumbai International Airport has not been finalised yet.

Premanand Ji Maharaj health update: Vrindavan ashram quells rumours after viral video sparks concern

According to media reports, the ashram confirmed that Maharaj’s health is "fine" and that he is continuing with his daily routine.

As cough syrup deaths rise, WHO seeks answers from India on the toxic medication exports

The death toll has risen as the tragedy, which began in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara district, spreads to neighbouring regions.

Telangana bus fare hike: BRS working president KT Rama Rao put under house arrest over protest

BRS party, as part of its agitation to hike bus fares in Hyderabad, has called for 'Chalo Bus Bhavan' protest wherein its leaders will reach 'Bus Bhavan' and submit a representation to the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) Managing Director demanding immediate rollback of increased RTC bus fares.

Delhi minimum temperature 20.6°C; clear skies ahead

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a mainly clear sky for the day in Delhi. The relative humidity at 8.30 am was 90 per cent.

Porsche crashes while racing BMW near Mumbai Metro station - 'Completely mangled'

At the time of the incident, there were two people inside the Porsche. Although the vehicle’s safety airbags deployed, the driver sustained serious injuries.

MP cough syrup row: Deadly batches ‘not properly tested’, CM Mohan Yadav admits lapses as death toll reaches 21

Coldrif cough syrup: India’s top drug regulator has also acknowledged serious shortcomings in pharmaceutical manufacturing practices amid rising outrage over the child deaths.

TVK chief Vijay receives bomb threat amid Karur stampede backlash

Chennai police have declared the bomb threat a hoax and launched an investigation to trace the caller responsible. The threat came as Vijay faced mounting criticism over the tragic incident at the TVK rally, which claimed dozens of lives and left several others injured.

Woman found dead with throat slit at home in Kottayam; Kerala Police launch probe

According to police, the incident came to light around 12.30 am when Leena’s son returned home from work and found her lying near the rear door of the house with her neck slit

'Mumbai One', common app for public transport tickets, goes live

'Mumbai One', the mobile app enables commuters to book a single QR-based digital ticket usable across Metro, Monorail, buses and local trains in the city and surrounding regions.

Haryana cop’s 'final note' details 'mental harassment', humiliation, names many officers: sources

Sources said Haryana Police officer Y Puran Kumar left an eight-page typed and signed 'final note', which he titled "Continued blatant caste based discrimination, targeted mental harassment, public humiliation and atrocities by concerned senior officers of Haryana since August 2020 which is now unbearable".

Bengaluru weather alert: IMD warns of 3 days of intense rains and major disruptions

Throughout the morning, the Bengaluru Traffic Police issued multiple warnings to commuters as fallen trees and waterlogged roads blocked several key routes.

MP cough syrup deaths: Maharashtra FDA orders inspection of liquid oral formulations

The inspections of all liquid oral manufacturers will be conducted from October 10 to 15 to verify the quality of solvents. Samples from Mumbai, Konkan, Pune, and Nashik divisions will be sent to a laboratory in Mumbai, while those from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Amravati, and Nagpur divisions will go to the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar laboratory.

‘Caste bias killed my husband’: Haryana IPS officer's IAS wife seeks FIR against DGP, Rohtak SP for husband’s suicide

IAS officer Amneet P Kumar alleged that her husband faced years of humiliation, harassment, and discrimination at the hands of his seniors, particularly DGP Kapur.

Who was Y Puran Kumar, the Haryana IPS officer known for speaking up against caste bias, official misconduct

Haryana cadre IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, 52, who was allegedly found dead with a gunshot wound at his Sector-11 residence in Chandigarh on Tuesday, had questioned the allocation of official vehicles to senior officers, the promotions awarded to certain IPS batches, and his own appointment to a non-cadre post.

Delhi woman pours boiling oil on sleeping husband, threatens with more 'agar shor machaya to'

A woman in South Delhi allegedly poured boiling oil on her sleeping husband, with their eight-year-old daughter present at the time of the incident. The victim sustained serious burns and was warned by his wife not to shout. Neighbours intervened and rushed him to the hospital.

Jabalpur man who gifted daughter a pink Rolls-Royce had left for Dubai with only Rs 80k - ‘Tell yourself you have to make money’

Satish Sanpal is one of Dubai’s most prominent Indian entrepreneurs. He resides in the Burj Khalifa, owns five custom-made Rolls-Royce cars, and is known for his luxury real estate ventures.

Karnataka man attempts suicide on Facebook Live; accuses wife, AIMIM leader

Salman Pasha, who had recently returned to India after working as a hydraulic mechanic in Kuwait, broadcast the emotionally charged video on Facebook Live.

Durga Puja means big money: Bengal’s festive economy hits Rs 65,000 cr despite rain and GST worries

Rs 65,000 cr Durga Puja economy: Kolkata’s eight major malls together recorded around Rs 900 crore in sales, marking 8-10% growth over last year.