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Ghaziabad: 32-year-old killed, another injured in Raj Nagar Extension shootout
In Ghaziabad's Raj Nagar Extension, a dispute among friends turned violent, resulting in one man killed and another injured after a shootout following a dinner altercation. Police are investigating and seeking to arrest the suspects involved in the incident.

After HC’s push, Punjab Police clear 50k cases in 8 months
Punjab Police cleared 50,000 pending cases in 8 months following high court pressure. FIRs under investigation dropped from 76,000 to 25,000, with police filing final reports and addressing investigation delays across various criminal cases.

Multinational contests like Indo-Pak cricket are ‘compulsion’: Thakur
India will play Pakistan in multinational tournaments due to rules, but maintains no bilateral cricket ties. BJP MP Thakur clarified participation is a "compulsion" while opposing parties criticize the match following recent terror attacks, emphasizing India's diplomatic stance.

Residents, expats lead Sector 56 market cleanup with MCG support
Residents and expats led a cleanup drive at Sector 56 market, addressing poor waste management. With MCG support, volunteers swept streets, engaged shopkeepers, and distributed awareness materials, demonstrating community-driven change and collective responsibility.

Man stabs wife to death in Gurugram for refusing to give money for alcohol
A 37-year-old man stabbed his wife to death in Gurugram after she repeatedly refused to give him money for alcohol. The suspect, Karn Singh, waited and attacked her near a police station, was arrested, and had a history of domestic violence.

Preparations underway for Navratri fair at Shri Mata Sheetla Devi Temple
Preparations for Navratri fair at Shri Mata Sheetla Devi Temple are in full swing. Minister Rao Narbir Singh reviewed arrangements, emphasizing devotee safety, smooth traffic, security, and basic amenities during the nine-day festival starting September 22.

Firing at ex-MLA’s SUV in Punjab’s Ludhiana
In Punjab's Ludhiana, a former Congress MLA's nephew allegedly fired at his SUV during a family dispute, striking the vehicle's tyre. No injuries occurred, and no formal complaint was filed. Police investigated and documented the incident.

As rains become scarce, U.P. roads gear up for repairs
As monsoon recedes, Uttar Pradesh prepares road repairs across 1,847 roads with a ₹22,000 crore budget. Priority given to religious site roads, inter-state connectivity, and most commuted routes, targeting completion before festival season.

Move to include Baramati in PMRDA
Baramati tehsil may join PMRDA, with planning authorities submitting a report to the urban development department. The inclusion would provide access to infrastructure, metro projects, and development resources for the rapidly urbanizing region with 3.55 lakh population.

1965 Indo-Pak war diamond jubilee: Returning Haji Pir Pass was peace-driven decision: Lt Gen Katiyar
India commemorates 1965 Indo-Pak war's 60th anniversary. Lt Gen Katiyar highlights Haji Pir Pass return as a peace-driven decision, emphasizing military preparedness, technological evolution, and inter-service synergy while reaffirming India's commitment to sovereignty.

Ajit Pawar launches state-wide ‘Jansamvad’ from Hadapsar, 4,000 complaints registered on Day One
Ajit Pawar launched Jansamvad, a statewide public dialogue platform in Hadapsar, registering 4,000 complaints. Over 1,500 issues were resolved instantly, with officials from 30 departments participating, aiming to improve civic services before upcoming elections.

GMDA steps up city-wide road repairs to ensure smoother rides for commuters
GMDA launches city-wide road repair drive, focusing on fixing potholes, strengthening key stretches, and improving road surfaces across Gurugram to enhance commuter safety and connectivity during improved weather conditions.

From Miss India to army officer, from widow to warrior: Two women who chose nation above all
Two remarkable women redefine service: Kashish Methwani, a former Miss India, and Priyanka Khot, a widow, join the Indian Army, transforming personal dreams and tragedy into national dedication through unwavering courage and commitment.

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.