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Haryana: Dera chief returns to jail after 40-day parole ends

Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh returned to Rohtak's Sunaria jail after 40-day parole, his 14th temporary release since 2020. Convicted for rape and murder, his paroles often coincide with election periods.

Ludhiana: 3 held for killing habitual offender

Ludhiana police arrested three suspects for murdering Kartik Baggan over a parking dispute. The killing stemmed from a personal vendetta after a previous assault, with eight individuals allegedly involved in the premeditated attack.

Maharashtra cabinet clears AVGC-XR policy, draws up a 25-year roadmap

Maharashtra cabinet approves AVGC-XR policy, targeting 200,000 high-tech jobs and ₹50,000 crore investments by 2050. Proposes state-wide parks, infrastructure support, and curriculum integration to boost animation, gaming, and extended reality sectors.

Delhi Police launches 'Jhansi' women's patrol scooties, 'Jaguar' motorbikes for safety boost | Details

Delhi Police launched the 'Jhansi patrolling scooties' and 'Jaguar motorcycles' initiative to enhance safety and response to street crimes. The fleet, equipped with GPS and staffed by trained officers, will patrol crime-prone areas around the clock. This initiative aims to improve policing visibility and deter criminal activity, particularly in sensitive locations like colleges and hospitals.

Textile, apparel parks to be set up in state name of Sant Kabir: UP CM

Uttar Pradesh will establish textile and apparel parks named after Sant Kabir, aiming to boost skill development and employment. The scheme targets creating investment opportunities, supporting traditional weavers, and positioning the state as a global textile hub.

16 IAS officers shifted in UP, Vishwas Pant new Lucknow div commissioner

UP government reshuffles 16 IAS officers, with Vishwas Pant becoming Lucknow's divisional commissioner. Key changes include new postings for commissioners in Lucknow, Prayagraj, and Bareilly, along with shifts in various departmental leadership roles.

8 cops suspended in Indore after truck kills 3, leaves 13 injured

Eight police officers suspended after a truck hit 20 vehicles in Indore, killing 3 and injuring 13. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced compensation, ordered investigation, and promised support to victims' families.

Fenil Patel arrested in Canada for alleged role in Gujarat family death case

Canadian authorities arrested Fenil Patel for coordinating the smuggling operation that led to the tragic deaths of a Gujarat family near the US-Canada border in January 2022, based on an extradition warrant from the United States.

25-year-old cyber cafe owner in Bengaluru arrested for selling fake government IDs, certificates: Report

Bengaluru cyber cafe owner Raghuveer arrested for selling fake government IDs and educational certificates, ranging from Rs 2,000 to Rs 50,000. Police conducted an undercover operation, seized devices, and arrested him and an associate.

Manipur rains: NH 202 blocked, schools to remain closed for another day

Manipur faces severe flooding and landslides, blocking NH 202. Schools remain closed for another day. Multiple rivers overflow, causing widespread damage to institutions, including JNIMS hospital. Search continues for a missing 70-year-old swept away by Iril river.

Youth killed over blackmail, body burnt in drum: Agra case cracked with DNA evidence

A 45-year-old man killed an 18-year-old photographer who allegedly blackmailed his daughter with an obscene video. The murderer burned the body, disposed of evidence, and was eventually caught through DNA sampling 18 months after the crime.

Hamirpur custodial abuse case follow-up: Jailer, deputy jailer among eight staff booked for murder, extortion

Eight jail staff, including jailer and deputy jailer, were booked for murder and extortion after undertrial prisoner Anil Kumar Tiwari died following alleged beatings. His wife's protest led to FIR registration, with family demanding justice and compensation.

UP to dispose of over 12 lakh traffic challans pending in courts

UP transport department will dispose of over 12 lakh traffic challans from 2017-2021, providing relief to vehicle owners. Pending e-challans will be abated or closed administratively, with service-related holds lifted within a month.

Cab ride in Bengaluru turns into ₹1.15 lakh scam for Pune man: Report

A Pune man's cab ride in Bengaluru turned into a Rs 1.15 lakh scam when a fraudulent driver stole his phone, memorized his PIN, and transferred funds. The driver later attempted blackmail, prompting a police complaint.

Elderly killed, four injured as century-old tree collapses in Lucknow

A century-old tree collapsed in Lucknow's fish market, killing a 70-year-old man and injuring four others. Overnight rain likely weakened the tree. Rescue teams responded quickly, and authorities pledged support for affected families.

Akhilesh slams govt over Gorakhpur incident

Akhilesh Yadav criticizes UP government over a student's killing in Gorakhpur, demanding ₹5 crore compensation. He highlights deteriorating law and order, urging the CM to ensure justice and avoid politically divisive decisions.