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Man takes loan to buy guns, make a quick buck; held in Delhi
A 31-year-old man from Madhya Pradesh was arrested in Delhi for smuggling 21 illegal pistols. The suspect, Lal Singh Chadhar, borrowed money from friends and mortgaged his wife's jewellery to invest in the illegal trade. He was caught by the special cell of the Delhi Police, who had received information about his activities. Chadhar had planned to sell the pistols for INR25,000 to INR30,000 each, but was arrested before he could deliver them. The seizure occurred just 10 days before Independence Day, for which the city has been put on high alert.
Punjab-origin man gets life term for mother’s murder in UK
A Punjab-origin man received life imprisonment for murdering his 76-year-old mother in Birmingham after a dispute over a TV remote. Intoxicated and violent, he attacked her, causing fatal injuries, and was sentenced to a minimum 15-year term.
Ludhiana: Man booked for defaming woman
Police registered an FIR after a woman was defamed through obscene, morphed posters in her locality. The incident followed a previous WhatsApp video harassment. Investigations are ongoing to identify the perpetrator.
13.33lakh students secure seats in FYJC
Over 1.33 lakh students secured FYJC seats in Maharashtra through the centralized online admission process. With 2.15 lakh total seats available, 82,533 seats remain vacant after the final round of allotments on September 13.
Revised ITI admission schedule announced, open till Sept 30
Maharashtra extends ITI admissions until September 30, with merit list on September 21. Offering opportunities in new trades like electric vehicle mechanic and solar technician, the revised schedule aims to fill remaining vacant seats across institutes.
Haryana: Three killed, six injured in Sirsa road mishap
A Haryana Roadways bus hit a tractor-trolley near Sirsa, killing three laborers and injuring six others. The transport minister ordered an investigation into the accident, promising accountability and potential action against the responsible driver.
Ludhiana: Five arrested for running illegal betting websites
Five members of an online betting gang were arrested in Ludhiana for running illegal websites, luring people with false money promises. Police seized mobile phones, SIM cards, and a laptop, lodging an FIR under cybercrime and technology act sections.
Patil directs universities to hire contractual professors after drop in NIRF rankings
Maharashtra's education minister directs universities to hire contractual professors after NIRF ranking drops, with Pune University falling from 37 to 91. He suggests using CSR funds for salaries and emphasizes improving research, patents, and innovation metrics.
81 cases in 5 years, Murum mafia tightens grip on Solapur’s Kurdu village, locals allege political backing
In Solapur's Kurdu village, an illegal murum (soil) excavation racket operates nightly, allegedly backed by political networks. Despite 81 cases in five years and police raids, trucks continue to transport soil worth lakhs, damaging agricultural lands and bypassing royalty payments.
Ludhiana: 9-yr-old girl hurt as rival groups exchange fire in Sherpur Kalan
A 9-year-old girl was injured during a gunfight between rival groups in Sherpur Kalan. Hit by a bullet splinter while playing, she was rushed to hospital. Police recovered shells and registered an FIR, investigating the longstanding conflict.
19-yr-old dies by suicide in Haryana’s Kurukshetra
A 19-year-old university student died by suicide in her hostel room at Kurukshetra University. No suicide note was found. Police handed the body to her family after postmortem. Circumstances surrounding her death remain unclear.
Cloudburst hits village in Himachal Pradesh's Bilaspur, 10 vehicles buried under debris, farms damaged
A cloudburst in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, buried 10 vehicles and damaged crops. No casualties reported. Four vehicles submerged in debris. Local authorities assessing damage and providing relief. Widespread infrastructure disruption across the state continues.
Three government employees among five held with 742 grams of charas in Chandigarh
Chandigarh Police arrested five suspects, including three government employees, for drug trafficking. They seized 742 grams of charas worth ₹2.22 lakh, uncovering an inter-state narcotics syndicate operating between Himachal Pradesh and the tricity.
Haryana: Bhiwani’s Sagwan swamped: Month later, floodwater still rules the streets
Sagwan village in Bhiwani remains flooded a month after heavy rainfall, with knee-deep water affecting 1,000 houses. Most residents have relocated, schools are closed, and villagers are struggling with stagnant water and potential health risks.
KSSSCI recruitment goof-up: Candidate who never faced interview named in faculty list
A candidate who didn't attend the interview was mistakenly listed as selected for a medical faculty position at KSSSCI. After public outcry, the institute admitted to a clerical error, withdrew the appointment letter, and initiated an internal inquiry.
Ludhiana: Dugri police book eight minors for assaulting 14-yr-old boy
Eight minors were booked for assaulting a 14-year-old boy in Punjab Mata Nagar after he met a girl from Instagram. The attack stemmed from an old rivalry, and police registered an FIR based on the victim's mother's complaint.
