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Mumbai Horror: Deaf-Mute Woman Becomes Pregnant After Rape, DNA Test Reveals Father as Perpetrator

5Feb

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Maharashtra, State

Mumbai Horror: Deaf-Mute Woman Becomes Pregnant After Rape, DNA Test Reveals Father as Perpetrator

Mumbai: In a deeply disturbing case from Mumbai’s Colaba Parade area, a 20-year-old deaf-mute woman was allegedly raped and became pregnant. Following DNA testing, her father was identified as the biological parent of the fetus and was arrested by the police. Authorities initially collected DNA samples from 17 suspects to confirm the identity of the perpetrator. The investigation revealed that the assault occurred between March and September 21, 2025. How the Case Unfolded The case came to light last September when the woman complained to her grandmother about severe stomach discomfort, indicating, through hand gestures, a crawling sensation. She was admitted to Mumbai’s KEM & Albless Hospital, where medical examination confirmed she was five months pregnant. The hospital imme...

Mumbai-Pune Expressway Jam Lasts 32 Hours After Propylene Tanker Accident

5Feb

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Maharashtra, State

Mumbai-Pune Expressway Jam Lasts 32 Hours After Propylene Tanker Accident

Mumbai: The Mumbai-Pune Expressway came to a standstill for nearly 32 hours following a tanker accident in the Bhor Ghat section of Raigad district, causing severe disruption for thousands of commuters. Traffic was finally restored after authorities removed a highly flammable propylene gas tanker from near the Adoshi Tunnel. The accident occurred when the tanker carrying propylene gas overturned, triggering an immediate safety alert. Both directions of the expressway were closed, leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded, including small children, elderly passengers, and patients traveling to Mumbai for medical treatment. Public transport was heavily affected, with 139 MSRTC bus services canceled and additional pressure on private buses and railway services, resulting in unusual crowds alon...

Bihar Assembly in Uproar as Tejashwi Yadav Says ‘Women Are Sold’ During Budget Debate

5Feb

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Bihar, State

Bihar Assembly in Uproar as Tejashwi Yadav Says ‘Women Are Sold’ During Budget Debate

Patna: The Bihar Legislative Assembly witnessed a massive uproar on Thursday when Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav sharply criticized the government during the budget session, triggering heated protests from ruling party members. During a discussion on the Governor’s address, Tejashwi Yadav accused the state government of a culture defined by “false praise and 100 percent negligence.” Taking aim at the administration’s handling of governance, he also made a controversial remark about women, stating, “Sir, before the elections, the government gave ₹10,000 each to women. Sir, women are sold.” His comment immediately sparked slogans of protest from NDA members, including BJP and JD(U) legislators. Responding to the uproar, Tejashwi accused the ruling side of turning “democracy into ...

Hardoi: Female Constable Found Dead at Home, Three-Month-Old Daughter Left Behind

5Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Hardoi: Female Constable Found Dead at Home, Three-Month-Old Daughter Left Behind

Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking incident, a female constable was found hanging at her residence in Hardoi on Wednesday evening, sending shockwaves through the local community. The constable was currently posted in Lucknow. Authorities and field units reached the scene immediately, and the body has been sent for post-mortem examination. The deceased has been identified as 30-year-old Preeti, a 2021-batch police officer originally from Bareilly. She was serving at Indira Nagar police station in Lucknow. Preeti belonged to the Dalit community and had married Saurabh Srivastava, a fellow Bareilly resident, about 12 years ago in a love marriage. Due to familial disagreements over their marriage, the couple, along with their daughter, had relocated to Hardoi and were living in the house ...

5Feb

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State, Uttarakhand

Who Is 57-Year-Old Sonia Bua? First Transgender Appointed as Cleanliness Brand Ambassador in Haridwar

Haridwar: In a historic first, Sonia Bua, a 57-year-old transgender activist, has been appointed as the Cleanliness Brand Ambassador by the Haridwar Municipal Corporation. The appointment marks a proud moment for the Kinnar community, as they take center stage in promoting social awareness and civic responsibility. Sonia Bua expressed her gratitude and commitment, stating, “I am honored to represent the Kinnar community in this role. We have always been part of social festivals and community causes, and now we will spread the message of cleanliness wherever we go.” Spreading Awareness Across the City Municipal Commissioner Nandan Kumar said that Sonia Bua and her colleagues will visit households across the city to promote cleanliness. “Cleanliness is not just a government campaign...

Who Is Bagaru MLA Kailash Chand Verma? From Education to Politics and Assets

5Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Who Is Bagaru MLA Kailash Chand Verma? From Education to Politics and Assets

Jaipur: Kailash Chand Verma, the MLA from Bagaru constituency, has been in the political spotlight over the past few days. He made headlines in the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly on Wednesday after taking a sharp dig at the opposition while questioning the Energy Minister. Verma, currently serving his second term, first won the Bagaru seat in the 2013 Assembly elections and regained it in 2023. Based on his election affidavit submitted to the Election Commission, here’s a detailed look at his political journey, educational background, and assets. From Local Politics to the Assembly Verma’s political engagement began at the grassroots level. He has been actively involved in local organizational and constituency matters for several years. During his college days, he served as Vice Pres...

Khejri Movement in Bikaner: Minister Visits on Fourth Day of Hunger Strike, Protesters Collapse on Stage

5Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Khejri Movement in Bikaner: Minister Visits on Fourth Day of Hunger Strike, Protesters Collapse on Stage

Bikaner: The “Save Khejri” movement in Bikaner has reached a critical juncture, with protesters intensifying their hunger strike over the past four days. On Thursday, the situation turned tense when Environment Minister K.K. Bishnoi visited the site, and two hunger strikers—including Mukhram Dharaniya and a female activist—collapsed on stage. Currently, 18 protesters are receiving treatment at a temporary medical facility. The hunger strike, which began on February 2 at the Polytechnic College ground, has now gained support from environmentalists across Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh, putting significant pressure on the government to respond to the activists’ demands. Chaos on Stage as Protesters Collapse Around 11 AM, as Minister Bishnoi and Jaswant Bishn...

Rajasthan Panchayat and Urban Body Elections: Three-Child Norm Removed, Illiterates Can Now Contest

5Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan Panchayat and Urban Body Elections: Three-Child Norm Removed, Illiterates Can Now Contest

Jaipur: Major reforms are on the horizon for Panchayati Raj and urban body elections in Rajasthan. The state government has announced plans to lift the restriction on candidates having more than two children and clarified that no educational qualification will be mandatory for contesting these local elections. The announcement was made in the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly in response to a question from Congress MLA Pusaram Godara, marking the first time the government has formally stated its position in writing. Key Highlights: The two-child rule for candidates is set to be removed. Illiterate candidates will now be eligible to contest. Amendments to relevant laws are currently under consideration. No Minimum Educational Requirement The government stated that there ...

Udit Raj Defends Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Traitor Friend’ Remark Against Ravneet Singh Bittu

5Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), Politics, State

Udit Raj Defends Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Traitor Friend’ Remark Against Ravneet Singh Bittu

New Delhi: The political controversy over Rahul Gandhi’s remark calling BJP MP Ravneet Singh Bittu a “traitor friend” continues to make headlines. Amidst BJP’s criticism, Congress leader Udit Raj has come to Gandhi’s defense, asserting that the statement was made in jest and carried no ill intent. Udit Raj said, “Rahul Gandhi has a pure heart. He spoke in a joking manner, but the BJP has blown it out of proportion and elevated Ravneet Singh Bittu unnecessarily.” He further questioned why Bittu should feel offended, adding, “It was the Congress party that gave political prominence to his entire family. So, in reality, he committed a betrayal.” The Incident The episode unfolded on the steps of the Parliament House, where Rahul Gandhi was protesting with suspended MPs. As Ravneet Sin...

Brother Shoots Sister Over Money Dispute in Agra, Flees the Scene

5Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Brother Shoots Sister Over Money Dispute in Agra, Flees the Scene

Agra: In a shocking incident in Taj city, Agra, a man allegedly shot his biological sister in the head over a financial dispute, leaving her critically injured. The accused fled the scene immediately, and the police have launched a manhunt. Reports indicate that three people were involved in the crime. The victim, Anita (55), wife of Shyam Singh, was shot dead at her residence in Ayodhya Kunj, Shahganj police station area, late Wednesday night. According to Shyam Singh, he had returned home around 10:30 PM from a wedding engagement when three individuals forced their way into the house, using a power outage as a pretext. While Anita was asleep, her brother Hari Singh alias Ravi allegedly shot her in the head. Shyam Singh told police that his brother-in-law, Hari Singh, had been deman...