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Police constable rescues woman who jumped into the sea at Bandstand

Police constable Sainath Devde rescued a 53-year-old woman with mental health issues who jumped into the sea at Bandstand, Mumbai. Risking his life, he dove in, saved her, and she was taken to Bhabha Hospital, where she is now stable.

Siddaramaiah's ‘promise’ to rename Bengaluru's Shivajinagar metro to St Mary stirs row: ‘Insult to…’

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's proposal to rename Shivajinagar metro station after St Mary sparks controversy. BJP leaders, including Maharashtra CM Fadnavis, criticize the move as an insult to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, alleging religious appeasement.

Bengaluru residents move NGT against ₹19,000 crore tunnel road project: Report

Bengaluru residents filed an NGT petition against a Rs 19,000 crore twin tunnel road project, alleging environmental violations, lack of proper studies, and potential ecological damage to sensitive areas like Lalbagh and Hebbal Valley.

Cross-border arms smuggling module busted in Amritsar, six members held

Punjab police arrested six members of a cross-border arms smuggling module, seizing six sophisticated weapons and ₹5.75 lakh in hawala money. The syndicate, operated by a kingpin with foreign handlers, was busted through a coordinated investigation in Amritsar.

18 FIRs, 16 DDRs against Doda AAP MLA Mehraj Malik: Dossier

AAP MLA Mehraj Malik detained under Public Safety Act after 18 FIRs and 16 police reports. Accused of spreading misinformation, inciting violence, disrupting public order, and making inflammatory statements on social media.

Small buildings up to 1200 sqft in Bengaluru no longer need occupancy certificates: Report

Karnataka exempts small buildings under 1,200 sqft from Occupancy Certificates, addressing service connection challenges. The move aims to help homeowners, though experts worry about potential safety and legality risks in construction oversight.

Tribal couple, two minor children found murdered in Chhattisgarh: Police

A tribal family of four - parents and two children - were found murdered in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh district. Bodies discovered under cow dung heap, suspected axe killing. Police have registered a case and launched investigation.

Railways to rescue of Kashmiri apple growers amid highway blockade

Indian Railways launches parcel trains to transport Kashmiri apples from Budgam to Delhi and Jammu, providing relief to farmers after highway blockades caused by floods and offering a more reliable logistics solution for the region's horticulture sector.

Gujarat records 307 lion deaths in last two years; 73% from illnesses, infightings

Gujarat reported 307 lion deaths in two years, with 73% from illnesses and infightings. Despite challenges, the lion population grew to 891, spanning seven districts, highlighting ongoing conservation efforts and wildlife management complexities.

NC chief Farooq meets Sanjay Singh across guesthouse gate in Srinagar

National Conference's Farooq Abdullah met AAP's Sanjay Singh at a Srinagar guesthouse gate, condemning police restrictions on Singh's protest against MLA Mehraj Malik's detention. Abdullah criticized the lieutenant governor's actions as undemocratic.

Bengaluru Traffic Police invite cab and delivery apps to join No Parking Compliance system

Bengaluru Traffic Police launch a No Parking Compliance API for cab and delivery apps, enabling real-time alerts, tracking violations, and improving traffic flow by integrating a digital map of restricted parking zones.

Suspected blast in J&K’s Doda triggers panic, two detained

A suspected blast in Doda, J&K, caused panic. Two people detained. Tension persists after AAP MLA Mehraj Malik's arrest under PSA. Mobile internet suspended, prohibitory orders in place, and security forces deployed amid ongoing protests and clashes.

HC seeks Punjab’s response on Majithia’s bail plea by September 23

Punjab HC seeks government response to Bikram Singh Majithia's anticipatory bail plea by September 23, related to a Vigilance Bureau case involving allegations of obstructing officials during a raid on drug money laundering charges.

Guest Column| Punjab’s floods: A national challenge beyond politics

Punjab faces severe floods due to climate change, aging infrastructure, and fragmented water management. The crisis demands national attention, requiring comprehensive reforms, infrastructure upgrades, and integrated water planning to protect agriculture and prevent future devastation.

Bhopal’s ‘90-degree’ bridge has a turn of 118-119 degrees, expert tells HC

A controversial rail overbridge in Bhopal, criticized for its sharp turn, has been found to have a 118-119 degree angle, contrary to initial claims of a 90-degree turn. Following this revelation, the Madhya Pradesh government has requested more time from the High Court to reconsider its blacklisting of the construction firm involved. The next hearing is scheduled for September 17.

Vehicles block pedestrian paths, old Shimla losing charm, needs restoration: Himachal Pradesh HC

The Himachal Pradesh High Court criticized Shimla's traffic issues, noting the town's cultural decline and the need for restoration. The court directed local authorities to report on vehicle passes for sealed roads, as excessive parking obstructs pedestrian movement. A public interest lawsuit highlighted poor hygiene and cleanliness, prompting the court to call for better municipal management. The case will be revisited on October 10.