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Missing Texas boy feared dead: US cops seek extradition of mother, Punjab-origin stepfather from India

A missing six-year-old boy from Texas, whose parents fled to India from the US, is believed to be dead, according to police. Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez, who had special needs, was last seen in November 2020 shortly after his twin sisters were born. Everman police chief Craig Spencer said the search for Noel is now a death investigation and they are attempting to locate and recover his body. The boy's parents, Cindy Rodriguez Singh and Arshdeep Singh, face felony charges of abandoning and endangering a child. They are believed to have fled to Singh?s home country of India before the warrants were issued.

At Bikaner House, Delhi’s past unfolds though an exhibition of maps, pictures

An exhibition at Bikaner House explores Delhi's history through maps, photographs, and architectural plans, challenging traditional chronological narratives and revealing the city's layered past, from Shahjahanabad to New Delhi, through unique perspectives of monuments and urban transformations.

Limison Sangma elected as deputy Speaker of Meghalaya Assembly

Limison D. Sangma was unanimously elected deputy Speaker of Meghalaya Assembly, with cross-party support. He pledged fair representation, emphasizing service over power and commitment to representing the state's diverse voices.

SC puts off bail plea hearing of Imam, Khalid, co-accused in Delhi riots case to Sept 19

Supreme Court postpones bail hearing for Sharjeel Imam, Umar Khalid, and co-accused in Delhi riots case to September 19, citing late-night receipt of voluminous case files. Bail pleas challenge high court's September 2 order denying bail under UAPA.

Drunk e-rickshaw driver misbehaves with cop; booked

In Noida, an intoxicated e-rickshaw driver misbehaved with a traffic cop, snatched his helmet, and created public nuisance. Police registered a case after CCTV footage captured the confrontation and medical tests confirmed the driver's inebriation.

Faster, greener, smarter: UP city buses on 15-min intervals soon

Uttar Pradesh plans to introduce city buses at 15-minute intervals in 15 major cities, focusing on modernizing urban mobility. Electric buses will operate within municipal limits, aiming to improve public transport efficiency, reduce wait times, and support sustainable transit systems.

Engineering duo turns crop waste into eco-friendly leather

Two engineering graduates, Jenil Gandhi and Manan Vyas, created 'Avinya', a startup converting wheat and rice straw into biodegradable leather. Their eco-friendly innovation addresses stubble burning and leather industry pollution, attracting significant industry interest before commercial production.

Epiroc begins work on ₹7 cr Nashik facility

Epiroc begins constructing a ₹7 crore Nashik facility for mining and infrastructure equipment, expected to start operations in Q3 2026. The project will generate 200 jobs and support domestic and global markets with production, R&D, and testing capabilities.

Two kids rescued from Kheri day after kidnapping; 19-yr-old held

Two kidnapped children, aged 10 and 12, were rescued from Lakhimpur Kheri after a day-long ordeal. The 19-year-old kidnapper, Vijay Sharma, was arrested while demanding a ₹10 lakh ransom, with police tracking his movements.

Gurugram residents pledge for cleaner city at Fazilpur Jharsa awareness drive

Gurugram residents participated in a cleanliness awareness drive, featuring street plays and pledges. Officials and community leaders emphasized collective responsibility, environmental sustainability, and the importance of integrating cleanliness into daily life through small, meaningful actions.

Rajasthan man arrested for mowing down student in Manesar

Rajasthan man Desh Raj arrested for accidentally hitting and killing a 32-year-old Ugandan student with his car at IMT Manesar chowk. CCTV footage and post-mortem confirmed it was an accident, not murder. Her body was handed to Uganda embassy officials.

Gurugram’s unending battle with urban decay

Gurugram's rapid urbanization has led to waste mismanagement, with illegal dumping in Aravalli zones. Citizen activism and social media pressure are pushing authorities to address the issue, but long-term planning is crucial for sustainable urban development.

NHAI starts draining water from subways at Rajiv Chowk

NHAI has started cleaning and draining water from non-motorable transport lanes at Rajiv Chowk after viral videos of flooded subways. Contractors are restoring the lanes, with plans to reopen them by month's end to ease traffic congestion.

CM orders action in Basai WTP tender Irregularities

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini ordered action against irregularities in the Basai water treatment plant tender, directing a charge-sheet for the chief engineer and emphasizing zero tolerance for corruption in project procurement.

GMDA to revive ponds to prevent waterlogging in city

GMDA plans to revive city ponds to prevent waterlogging, divert rainwater, and reduce flooding. The project involves identifying, renovating, and strengthening water bodies across Gurugram with support from various government departments.

29 air monitoring stations in Haryana inactive for 6 months

Haryana's 29 air monitoring stations have been inactive for six months due to high maintenance costs. Foreign firms quoted exorbitant prices, leading to contract expiration. HSPCB is negotiating with new vendors and aims to restart stations soon.