Deepak Kumar

UP police have arrested four more individuals, including an MBA and a Delhi University graduate, in connection with an inter-state illegal religious conversion racket. This brings the total number of suspects held to 18. The operation, aimed at protecting women, has led to the rescue of over a dozen girls from multiple states. Investigations into the funding sources are ongoing.

Agra Police swiftly apprehended four individuals accused of harassing women on a moving bus. The incident came to light through a social media post detailing the misconduct on a bus traveling from Kanpur to Ahmedabad. Authorities intercepted the bus near Namner Crossing. The accused were arrested on the spot.

A 21-year-old woman, Kashish Meena, tragically died after battling severe burn injuries for a week. She was allegedly set ablaze by her lover and his family following a relationship dispute. Police have registered a murder case against the accused, including the lover who has been arrested. An investigation is underway, with authorities also probing potential negligence by local police.

In Patna, the shining stars of the Class X exams share what fuels their academic triumph. Divya Prakash, with a remarkable 99%, sets his sights on IIT for computer science, crediting his disciplined study habits for his success. Rounit Raj, who also achieved 99%, aspires to pursue engineering at IIT.

Approves Rs 6,048-Crore Budget For FY 2026-27, Firefight Crane With 102m Reach

In a sorrowful turn of events, Hazaribag district faced a devastating Monday, marked by the loss of four individuals in various road mishaps. A tragic chain of incidents involving a parked truck, a careless hit-and-run, and a severe head-on collision claimed the lives of a couple, an IAF jawan, and another man.

A shocking dowry-related murder has come to light in Patna, where a newly married woman's body was exhumed from a deep grave. Her in-laws allegedly murdered her and buried her body, even setting the site ablaze to conceal the crime. Police have launched a manhunt for the absconding accused, promising swift justice.

In an unexpected twist, Bihar's strict liquor ban has triggered a peculiar migration pattern. Locals from Bagaha and surrounding regions are now making their way to Uttar Pradesh and even Nepal—not for jobs, but for a shot at indulging in alcohol.

Four senior VSSUT students face fines for allegedly ragging two first-year students. The incident involved questioning over shoelaces and attire, escalating to a scuffle when one junior recorded the confrontation. Authorities are treating the episode as ragging to prevent future occurrences.

Bihar's Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has unveiled plans to boost eco-tourism, emphasizing the integration of historical, cultural, and religious sites. He directed officials to create a comprehensive development strategy, including a two-day tourism package for state officials to experience destinations firsthand. The initiative aims to promote local employment and enhance the state's green cover through reservoir and wetland development.

Bihar's CM, Samrat Choudhary, is focusing on fiscal strength and organizational advancement. He has called on departments to explore creative avenues for boosting revenue collection while simultaneously unveiling a comprehensive training initiative for BJP volunteers throughout the state. This effort is designed to fortify the party's influence and ideological adherence at every tier, gearing up for upcoming electoral contests.

Odisha experienced severe heatwave conditions on Sunday, with Jharsuguda recording the highest temperature at 43.3 degrees Celsius. At least 14 places across the state registered maximum temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius. In response, several districts have declared school holidays or adjusted class timings to mitigate the impact of the extreme heat.

A man allegedly strangled his wife to death during a domestic dispute before dying by suicide in their Gurgaon rented residence. Their 10-year-old son discovered his father hanging and alerted a neighbor, leading to the discovery of both bodies. Police are investigating the suspected murder-suicide, with a family dispute cited as the primary motive.

Issues notices to 43 more contractors over April 13 violence

Shunning traditional fanfare, Odisha's Subhashree Subhasmita and Karnataka's Deepak Kumar N embraced a wedding focused on social good. Their celebrations included a successful blood donation drive for thalassaemia patients, distribution of new clothes to the needy, and planting saplings.

Security forces battling Maoists in Saranda forest are also fighting malaria, with nine CoBRA jawans diagnosed in six days. One jawan died, and another was airlifted for treatment. The dense, rain-fed forest provides ideal breeding grounds for mosquitoes, contributing to a high number of malaria cases in the region.

Nepal's Home Minister Sudan Gurung resigned amid scrutiny over his wealth disclosures and alleged business links with a businessman under money-laundering investigation. This marks the second ministerial setback for PM Balendra Shah's anti-corruption government within weeks, highlighting early challenges to its clean governance agenda.

In a day of dramatic developments, PM Balendra Shah took charge of the home ministry after Sudan Gurung’s exit, just 26 days after his anti-corruption govt took office.