Woman attempts self-immolation in front of PS

Cuttack: A 34-year-old woman on Friday attempted self-immolation by pouring petrol on herself in front of Mahanga police station in Cuttack district. The woman was identified as Sashmita Das of Kartang village of Mahanga area. Her condition is critical and she is admitted to SCB Medical College and Hospital, Cuttack. Her husband was arrested on charges of theft on Thursday monring. She wanted him to be released. tnn

Unnao woman dies after self-immolating in Lucknow

A 30-year-old woman from Unnao, Anjali Jatav, who set herself on fire near the Chief Minister's residence in Lucknow after being incited by advocate Sunil Kumar, died from her injuries. Despite emergency efforts, she succumbed to 90% burn injuries. Kumar, who encouraged her drastic actions, has been arrested and crucial audios recovered from the victim's phone highlight his involvement.

Maratha quota protesters halt Sharad Pawars convoy, activist tries self-immolation

Sharad Pawars convoy was halted by Maratha activists in Solapur, demanding his stance on Maratha reservation. Following a brief disturbance and shouting of slogans during his speech, an activist attempted self-immolation but was swiftly stopped by police. Pawar criticized Prime Minister Modi for failing to address farmers' and youth issues, highlighting increased farmer suicides and unemployment.

Doctor arrested for 'raping' two patients at govt hospital in Cuttack

A doctor was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting two women patients at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack. The victims, the mother and aunt of an MBBS student, were attacked during a heart-related examination. The accused, Dilbag Singh Thakkur, was confronted and beaten by MBBS students before being admitted to ICU.