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SC pulls up police for not filing FIR in Kota student’s suicide case
Supreme Court criticizes Kota Police for not filing FIR in NEET student's suicide case. Court directs police to investigate, highlighting rising student suicide rates in coaching hub. A Special Investigation Team is already probing unnatural student deaths in Rajasthan.

'Don't want to trouble...': Woman, son found dead in Greater Noida; suicide note suggests distress over child’s illness
A mother and her 11-year-old son died after jumping from their 13th-floor apartment in Greater Noida. A suicide note revealed distress over the child's prolonged illness, suggesting they wanted to avoid troubling the family further.

Govt reopens PLI scheme for white goods for three months starting Monday
Government reopens Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for white goods like ACs and LED lights for three months, starting September 15. Aims to boost domestic manufacturing, attract investments, and enhance value addition in the sector.

IndiGo flight with Dimple Yadav on board aborts take-off in Lucknow
An IndiGo flight carrying 151 passengers, including MP Dimple Yadav, made an emergency landing in Lucknow after failing to take off. The captain halted the aircraft on the runway, preventing a potential accident. Passengers disembarked safely with no injuries reported.

Amit Khare appointed Secretary to Vice-President of India
Retired IAS officer Amit Khare appointed Secretary to Vice-President of India on a three-year contract basis. With extensive public service experience, including roles in Information, Broadcasting, and Education ministries, he previously served as PM's Adviser.

Keeping up with UP: How Sunder Lal Bahuguna’s warnings remain relevant
Environmentalist Sunder Lal Bahuguna warned about Himalayan ecological fragility, predicting devastating consequences of mega-projects like dams. Recent North Indian floods validate his concerns about human-induced environmental disruption and unsustainable development practices.

‘At around 3 am…’: Disha Patani’s father recalls terrifying gun attack on family home
Disha Patani's family home in Bareilly was attacked with gunfire around 3 am by alleged gang members. No injuries occurred. Police are investigating, reviewing CCTV footage, and examining potential social media-linked motives behind the shooting.

Three named in NIA charge sheet over March 15 Amritsar temple grenade attack
NIA filed a charge sheet against three suspects in the Amritsar temple grenade attack, involving KLF operatives. Two attackers targeted the temple, with one killed. Investigations reveal terror funding through digital channels and foreign handlers' involvement.

Why India vs Pakistan cricket match is facing boycott calls? Explained
India-Pakistan cricket match faces boycott calls after Pahalgam terror attack. Political leaders demand suspension of ties, citing terrorism. Government allows match in international tournament, balancing sports diplomacy and national security concerns amid tense bilateral relations.

Why is India not boycotting T20 match against Pakistan? BJP ministers explain
India will play Pakistan in the Asia Cup despite calls for boycott after the Pahalgam terror attack. BJP ministers argue participation is mandatory under tournament rules, while opposition parties and victims' families demand cancellation, citing national sentiment and security concerns.

After 36 years, Nagpur woman believed dead comes back home
After 36 years away due to family troubles, a 58-year-old Nagpur woman returned home. Traced through post office records, she reunited with her family after being presumed dead, leaving behind a daughter and painful memories.

Health Talk: Chronic disease deaths rose in India as global rates fell
India saw rising chronic disease deaths from 2001-2019, contrary to global trends. Females experienced higher mortality rates, primarily due to heart disease and diabetes. The increase is linked to lifestyle factors like poor diet, sedentary habits, and unhealthy behaviors.
Multiple blows, assault: Indian-origin man kills mother over TV remote dispute, sentenced to life in UK
An Indian-origin man in Birmingham received life imprisonment for murdering his 76-year-old mother during a heated dispute over a TV remote. Intoxicated and aggressive, he repeatedly attacked her, leading to fatal injuries at their home.

Manoj Tiwari slams Congress over AI-generated video of PM Modi, late mother
An AI-generated video depicting PM Modi's late mother criticizing him sparked controversy. BJP condemned the Congress clip as immoral, filing an FIR for defamation. Modi responded emotionally, stating the attack dishonors all mothers and women.

10 years on, court acquits all 17 accused in rioting case in Thane
A Thane court acquitted 17 individuals accused in a 2015 rioting case due to a "total failure of identification" and serious investigative flaws. The judge cited insufficient evidence and lack of credible witness testimony, noting the prosecution's reliance on inadmissible video recordings. The court concluded that individual responsibilities were not established, leading to the dismissal of all charges.

‘Now I have to do his last rites’: Bengaluru mother mourns son’s brutal beheading in US
Bengaluru man Chandra Mouli Nagamallaiah was brutally beheaded by co-worker Yordanis Cobos-Martinez in Dallas, traumatizing his wife and son. The incident, triggered by a washing machine dispute, shocked his family and sparked immigration policy debates.