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Following a major bank heist, Hazaribag police have intensified surveillance on 388 commercial establishments, including banks, petrol pumps, and jewelry shops. DSP, inspector, and SI rank officials are conducting regular checks, with officers signing registers to ensure accountability and enhance security across the district.

Nasrapur village is currently a scene of heightened tension as police maintain a strong presence in the wake of the shocking alleged rape and murder of a three-year-old girl. The local residents are fervently seeking justice for the little girl, whose body was tragically located in a cowshed.

Buxar swelters under a severe heatwave, with temperatures hitting 42°C. The health department is on high alert, establishing dedicated heatstroke wards in hospitals and health centers. Rapid response teams are deployed for round-the-clock monitoring. Authorities urge residents to take precautions, with revised school timings implemented for younger students.

The BCCI has issued a stern warning to IPL franchises regarding 'targeted compromise and honey-trapping,' enhancing security and access protocols. Stricter rules now govern hotel room access, unauthorised departures, and accreditation display. Franchise owners face new restrictions on interacting with players during matches, and vaping is strictly prohibited, with severe penalties for violations.

As vote counting looms for five key states, the 2026 assembly elections represent a critical juncture for national parties and regional strongholds. The BJP seeks geographic expansion, while the Congress fights for relevance. Regional forces face mounting pressure, making the outcome a test of India's political trajectory.

We should not view the state through a ‘Khalistan’ prism. This is a diaspora obsession, which does complicate India’s international relations, but has little to do with improving livelihoods locally

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has directed banks to bolster cybersecurity against advanced AI threats, including those posed by Anthropic's 'Claude Mythos'. Emphasizing proactive measures and real-time threat sharing, she urged banks to collaborate, hire top professionals, and leverage AI for defense, ensuring robust protection of customer data and financial assets.

Fresh violence erupted across Mali early Saturday, with "unidentified armed terrorist groups" targeting multiple locations including the capital Bamako, its international airport, and the key military town of Kati. Attacks also spread to northern cities, with the Azawad Liberation Front reportedly entering Kidal. The defense minister's house in Kati was reportedly hit.

In a significant development, an anticipated international music festival in Mumbai has been called off due to safety concerns, following tragic incidents involving student fatalities allegedly linked to drug use at a separate concert. In response, municipal police are establishing dedicated units to tackle drug abuse, harassment, and theft in venues across the city's western suburbs.