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Bihar: Class 5 student dies after suffering 90% burns in school washroom

A Class 5 student died after suffering 90% burns in her school bathroom in Bihar. She allegedly poured kerosene and set herself on fire. Police are investigating the incident, and locals ransacked the school, expressing outrage over the tragic event.

Bengaluru Metro Orange Line delayed to 2031 as BMRCL adds double-decker flyovers: Report

Bengaluru Metro's Orange Line Phase 3 delayed to 2031 due to double-decker flyovers. Project spans 44.65 km with 31 stations, expected to serve 7.85 lakh daily passengers, increasing budget by 5% and improving city connectivity.

SIT submits report to Assam CM on Gaurav Gogoi’s alleged links with Pakistan

SIT submitted a report to Assam's CM alleging Gaurav Gogoi's links with Pakistan, uncovering "startling facts" about a potential conspiracy. The chief minister plans to review the findings and present them to the state cabinet.

Punjab: AAP MLA Lalpura held guilty of molesting Dalit woman

AAP MLA Manjinder Singh Lalpura and 10 others convicted in a 12-year-old molestation case involving a Dalit woman. The court found them guilty under multiple sections, with sentencing scheduled for September 12. Lalpura was taken into custody.

2 cops convicted in fake encounter cases attacked inside Patiala jail

Three police officers were attacked inside Patiala jail by inmate Sandeep Singh, using sharpened spoons. Two convicted officers suffered severe injuries, with one in critical condition. The motive appears to be personal animosity and suspicion about jail activities.

Fazilka cops arrest Akali leader Nardev in 2024 Jalalabad clash case

Shiromani Akali Dal leader Nardev Singh Bobby Mann arrested by Fazilka police for a violent 2024 Jalalabad panchayat nomination clash involving stone-pelting, firing, and an injured AAP leader. Case stems from land dispute and nomination irregularities.

CBI team questions kin, eyewitnesses in 19-year-old play school teacher’s death in Haryana’s Bhiwani

CBI investigates 19-year-old play school teacher's death in Haryana, questioning family, witnesses, and shopkeeper. Probing potential murder after initial suicide ruling, the agency seeks to uncover circumstances surrounding her death in Singhani village.

Hoshiarpur: Body of missing 5-yr-old boy found at cremation ground

Five-year-old boy found murdered at cremation ground after going missing. Suspect Manke Yadav, a migrant laborer, was arrested. Child was allegedly strangulated. Parents demand death penalty for the accused.

12kg heroin, pistol seized in Amritsar, four arrested

Amritsar police arrested four drug smugglers, seizing 12kg of heroin and a pistol. This follows an earlier 8.1kg heroin seizure, bringing the total to 20.1kg. The operation exposed a trans-border trafficking cartel using WhatsApp for communication.

Patiala court junks AAP MLA Pathanmajra’s bail plea

AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra's anticipatory bail plea was dismissed by a Patiala court in a rape case. He has been on the run since September 2, evading arrest by Punjab Police. His lawyer plans to appeal in the high court.

Kaithal soldier killed in Kulgam terrorist attack cremated with military honours

Lance Naik Narender Sindhu, a 28-year-old soldier from Kaithal, was killed in a terrorist encounter in Kulgam. Cremated with military honours, his family will receive ₹1 crore compensation and a government job.

Feeding stray dogs in public? Chandigarh MC plans ₹10,000 penalty

Chandigarh Municipal Corporation plans to impose a ₹10,000 penalty for feeding stray dogs in unauthorized public spaces. New bylaws mandate designated feeding points, cleanliness requirements, and strict enforcement to balance animal welfare and public safety.

Now, head constables in Punjab can act as probe officers in drug cases

Punjab empowers head constables to investigate drug cases under NDPS Act, reducing workload on higher-ranked officers. The move aims to expedite probes, increase conviction rates, and support the state's anti-drug campaign by utilizing experienced personnel.

Court rejects Majithia’s plea for separate cell in Nabha jail

Court rejects Majithia's plea for a separate cell in Nabha jail. He'll share barracks with undertrials and criminals. Permitted family and lawyer visits twice weekly. Vigilance Bureau ordered to provide chargesheet copy. Security concerns noted by court.

At 180 feet, tricity’s tallest Ravana this year to be fired up in Panchkula

Panchkula's Shalimar Ground will host a massive 180-foot Ravana effigy this Dussehra, accompanied by 100-foot Kumbhkaran and Meghnath effigies. The ₹25 lakh project features controlled fireworks and enhanced safety measures for a spectacular celebration.

Bengaluru BMTC bus fight caught on camera as driver and woman passenger trade slaps

A BMTC bus driver and woman passenger engaged in a physical altercation near Peenya, exchanging slaps after a heated argument. This incident follows a recent controversy involving a passenger and bus staff, raising concerns about passenger-staff tensions in Bengaluru.