Friday, July 3

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Shocking Killing of 10th Grader in Dhanbad: Teen Found Dead, Iron Theft Suspected
Jharkhand, State

Shocking Killing of 10th Grader in Dhanbad: Teen Found Dead, Iron Theft Suspected

Dhanbad, Jharkhand: In a horrifying incident near the East Bastacola area, located at the border of Dhansar and Jharia police jurisdictions, 15-year-old Nitish Kumar was brutally murdered. His body was discovered beneath an electric pole with deep head injuries, suggesting he was struck with a heavy object. Locals found the boy’s body on Friday morning and alerted the Jharia police, who immediately dispatched a large contingent to the scene to investigate. Iron Theft Dispute Suspected DSP Naushad Alam of Dhanbad is leading a thorough investigation into the case. Preliminary inquiries indicate that Nitish may have been killed late Thursday night in connection with a dispute over stolen iron. While some speculated that he may have fallen while attempting to cut electric wires, the s...
Tragic Elephant Attack in Dehradun: 12-Year-Old Boy Killed, Parents Narrowly Escape
State, Uttarakhand

Tragic Elephant Attack in Dehradun: 12-Year-Old Boy Killed, Parents Narrowly Escape

Dehradun: A devastating incident occurred in Uttarakhand’s Dehradun district when an elephant attacked a scooter-riding family, killing their 12-year-old son. The parents narrowly escaped by jumping into a roadside drain, while locals managed to drive the elephant back into the forest. The incident took place on Thursday evening near Kalu Wala on the Dehradun-Raipur road. According to reports, Kamal Thapa, a resident of Kothari Mohalla, Jollygrant, was traveling on a scooter with his wife Neelam and their son Kunal, a sixth-grade student. They were returning home after picking up Kunal’s medication. Suddenly, an elephant carrying a calf appeared on the road ahead. Before the family could react, the elephant grabbed Kunal with its trunk and threw him onto the road. The child sustained...
Uttarakhand Weather Update: Fog in Hills, Haze in Plains, No Rain in Sight
State, Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand Weather Update: Fog in Hills, Haze in Plains, No Rain in Sight

Dehradun: The plains of Uttarakhand are experiencing hazy conditions, while the hill regions are shrouded in dense fog. Dry and cold weather continues across the state, with no rainfall expected in the coming days, according to the Meteorological Department. Temperatures and ForecastMinimum temperatures are expected to rise slightly by 1–2°C in the plains. This dry spell is likely to continue until 3 December, with intermittent light to moderate fog in the mountainous areas. Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar districts may experience haze in pockets. On Thursday, Dehradun recorded a maximum of 26.0°C and a minimum of 8.2°C, while Pantnagar saw 25.4°C maximum and 5.1°C minimum. In the hills, Mukteshwar recorded 16.2°C maximum and 4.2°C minimum, and New Tehri registered 16.5°C maximum and ...
Faridabad: Terrorist Muzammil Hid 2,600 Kg Ammonium Nitrate Behind Mosque, Shifted After 12 Days
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Faridabad: Terrorist Muzammil Hid 2,600 Kg Ammonium Nitrate Behind Mosque, Shifted After 12 Days

Faridabad: Investigations into the Delhi blast and the so-called “White Coat Terror” module involving doctors have uncovered two more hideouts linked to Prof. Muzammil Ahmed of Al-Falah University. Ammonium Nitrate Hidden in Mosque’s BackyardThe NIA, in coordination with Haryana Police, revealed that Muzammil had purchased 2,600 kg of ammonium nitrate and used it to prepare car-borne IEDs. For 12 days, he stored the explosives in a shed behind a mosque adjacent to the university campus, misleading the shed owner by claiming he only needed space to store regular goods. Shifted Explosives to Cleric’s HouseWhen the owner grew suspicious, Muzammil moved the entire stock to a local cleric’s residence. On 9 November, a joint team of Faridabad and Jammu & Kashmir police recovered the en...
Faridabad Terror Case: Another Hideout of Terrorist Muzammil Unearthed
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Faridabad Terror Case: Another Hideout of Terrorist Muzammil Unearthed

Faridabad: Investigations by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) into the Delhi blast terrorist module have revealed another hideout linked to Dr. Muzammil Shakeel, a key accused. Muzammil had rented a house in Jamalpur village, Faridabad, from a former village headman for ₹8,000 per month. He used the location to meet with Dr. Shaheen Saeed, with whom he had conducted a religious marriage ceremony at a mosque near Al-Falah University, paying a mehr of ₹5,000–6,000. The Jamalpur HouseMuzammil had told the former sarpanch that he was involved in the apple trade and would store fruits brought from Kashmir. However, the NIA found that he frequently visited the property along with Dr. Shaheen between April and July. It was during this period that Muzammil and his associate Umar were con...
Punjab University Senate Elections Cleared by Vice President, VC Announces Tentative Schedule
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Punjab University Senate Elections Cleared by Vice President, VC Announces Tentative Schedule

Chandigarh: After weeks of protests, the path is now clear for the Senate elections at Punjab University (PU). Following approval from the Chancellor, who is also the Vice President of India, Professor Renu Vig, the Vice-Chancellor of PU, confirmed that the elections will be held next year. The official schedule is expected to be announced soon. Vice President Gives ApprovalThe approval came from Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan in his capacity as Chancellor of Punjab University. This decision comes after several weeks of demonstrations by students and staff demanding the restoration of Senate elections. The approval marks a major step toward strengthening academic governance and ensuring that the University’s decision-making body functions effectively. Tentative Election SchedulePu...
Punjab Becomes First State to Launch ‘Easy Registry’ for Property, CM Bhagwant Mann Highlights Benefits
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Punjab Becomes First State to Launch ‘Easy Registry’ for Property, CM Bhagwant Mann Highlights Benefits

Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has unveiled a revolutionary initiative aimed at simplifying property registration across the state. With the launch of the ‘Easy Registry’ system, citizens will now experience a faster, transparent, and hassle-free process for registering land and property. The CM emphasized that the initiative aims to eradicate corruption and ensure smooth governance. Simplifying Property RegistrationFor decades, property registration in Punjab was considered cumbersome and time-consuming. Citizens had to make multiple trips to sub-registrar offices, often facing delays and bureaucratic hurdles. Mann highlighted that the new system eliminates these difficulties, making property registration straightforward and accessible. Quick Verification and Update...
Ferozepur Shootout: Main Accused in RSS Worker Murder Killed in Police Encounter
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Ferozepur Shootout: Main Accused in RSS Worker Murder Killed in Police Encounter

Chandigarh/Ferozepur: In a dramatic turn of events, the main accused in the murder of an RSS worker’s son was killed in a police encounter in Ferozepur, Punjab, on Thursday. The incident occurred during a gunfight when the accused’s associates opened fire on the police while they were attempting to seize weapons. It is yet unclear whether the main accused was killed by police fire or by gunfire from his accomplices while trying to flee. Background of the MurderThe victim, 32-year-old Arora, son of senior RSS leader Baldev Raj Arora, was shot dead on 15 November near Baba Noor Shah Wali Dargah in Ferozepur. Arora was on his motorcycle returning home when two assailants on a bike shot him from behind, hitting him in the head. He later succumbed to his injuries at a private hospital. Follo...
Major Accident on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Kota: Two Drivers Killed, Eight Passengers Injured
Rajasthan, State

Major Accident on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Kota: Two Drivers Killed, Eight Passengers Injured

KOTA: In a tragic incident on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway early Friday morning, a sleeper coach bus traveling from Delhi to Indore collided with a vehicle ahead, resulting in the deaths of both drivers and injuries to eight passengers. At the time of the accident, the bus was carrying 42 passengers. Two Drivers Lose Lives in the CrashThe accident occurred near Arankheda village, close to Paralia, in the Kathoon police jurisdiction of Kota district around 4:30 AM. According to Station House Officer Sandeep Sharma, the bus crashed into a vehicle in front of it. Both drivers, identified as 40-year-old Giriraj Raibari and Shyam Sundar Sen, were killed in the collision. Passengers Injured, Prompt Rescue EffortsEight passengers sustained injuries in the crash and were immediately admitted ...
Just One Step Away from 150 Marriages: Meet Neetu Kinnar Mausi, the Angel for the Poor
Rajasthan, State

Just One Step Away from 150 Marriages: Meet Neetu Kinnar Mausi, the Angel for the Poor

Bharatpur, Rajasthan: Neetu Kinnar, fondly known as Mausi, has emerged as a savior for underprivileged families in Bharatpur through her selfless social service. For the past 15 years, she has been helping poor families arrange marriages for their daughters, transcending barriers of religion and caste. 149 Young Girls Married So FarNeetu Mausi’s extraordinary contribution has gained widespread recognition in her community. Over the past decade and a half, she has helped 149 girls from both Hindu and Muslim communities get married, providing essential financial support and household items. Her dedication has earned her respect and admiration, making her an inspirational figure in the region. Support Beyond Financial AssistanceMausi invests most of her personal income into these charit...