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Mumbai Metro Mishap: Under-Construction Pillar Collapses in Mulund, Vehicles Hit, Four Injured

14Feb

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Maharashtra, State

Mumbai Metro Mishap: Under-Construction Pillar Collapses in Mulund, Vehicles Hit, Four Injured

Mumbai, February 14, 2026: A section of an under-construction elevated metro corridor in Mulund West, Mumbai, suddenly collapsed on Saturday, hitting vehicles passing below and injuring four people. Authorities and witnesses reported chaos at the scene as the concrete segment fell, trapping a car and an auto-rickshaw beneath it. The injured were promptly rescued and taken to nearby hospitals. Witnesses described how the cement segment fell between the two vehicles, causing panic among bystanders. Firefighters and police arrived at the site immediately and cordoned off traffic in the area to ensure safety. The mishap occurred around 12:15 PM near Metro Pillar P196, close to the Mulund Fire Station along LBS Road in the Rajiv (Milan) area. The affected section belongs to Mumbai Metro L...

Haryana Shock: Man Kills Live-in Partner, Spends Two Days with Her Body, Carves His Name on Victim and Takes Selfies

14Feb

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PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Haryana Shock: Man Kills Live-in Partner, Spends Two Days with Her Body, Carves His Name on Victim and Takes Selfies

Bathinda, February 14, 2026: In a chilling crime that has sent shockwaves through Haryana, the Bathinda Police have arrested a man accused of murdering his live-in partner, only identified as Sapna alias Malika, from Bagha Purana in Moga district. The accused, Prince Kumar, 35, reportedly killed the woman on February 10 and shockingly spent the next two days with her body. Disturbingly, he carved his name on her face and chest before taking selfies with the corpse. In an attempt to destroy evidence, he partially burned the body and later disposed of it in a suitcase. The suitcase was found on February 11 near Behman Diwana village along the Bathinda-Malout highway. Bathinda SSP Jyoti Yadav said, “The accused was a close friend of the deceased and had known her for several months. The...

Bihar Adopts Zero Tolerance on Crime Home Minister Samrat Choudhary Pushes ‘Encounter Policy’, STF Action Surges 300%

14Feb

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Bihar, State

Bihar Adopts Zero Tolerance on Crime Home Minister Samrat Choudhary Pushes ‘Encounter Policy’, STF Action Surges 300%

Patna, Bihar: As soon as Samrat Choudhary assumed office as Bihar’s Home Minister in the new Nitish Kumar government, he adopted a strict ‘zero tolerance’ approach toward crime. Central to this strategy has been the controversial ‘Encounter Policy,’ which has led to a significant rise in police encounters in the state during the early months of 2025 and 2026 compared to 2024. Surge in Encounters Under Choudhary Under the leadership of Samrat Choudhary, the Bihar Police, particularly the Special Task Force (STF), have markedly increased encounters against criminals. In 2024, there were only 8 reported encounters, but in 2025, the number rose sharply to 29. These encounters involved exchange of fire, injuries, and, in some cases, fatalities. Notable incidents include the killing of fou...

Indian Railways Unveils Mega Plan of Special Trains to Bihar for Holi

14Feb

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Bihar, State

Indian Railways Unveils Mega Plan of Special Trains to Bihar for Holi

Patna, Bihar: Indian Railways has rolled out an extensive travel plan for passengers heading to Bihar for Holi. The East Central Railway has announced the timetable for 13 pairs of special trains connecting New Delhi and Kolkata to various destinations across Bihar. Earlier, eight special trains had already been introduced, and additional services are expected in the coming days. Delhi-Bihar Special Trains Passengers from New Delhi can avail the following Holi specials: Anand Vihar–Sheikhpura Special (04070/04069): Runs 20, 24, 27 Feb and 3, 6 Mar. New Delhi–Barauni Special (04054/04053): Operates 20 Feb–6 Mar (outbound) and 22 Feb–8 Mar (return). New Delhi–Supaul Special (04060/04059): 20 Feb–6 Mar (outbound) and 22 Feb–8 Mar (return). Delhi–Sitamarhi Special (04010/040...

Bihar Government Cracks Down on Fake Land Documents: 7-Year Jail for Offenders

14Feb

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Bihar, State

Bihar Government Cracks Down on Fake Land Documents: 7-Year Jail for Offenders

Patna, Bihar: The Bihar government has announced stringent measures to curb land-related fraud in the state. Individuals involved in creating or presenting fake land documents will now face mandatory registration of a First Information Report (FIR) and, if convicted, a prison term of up to seven years. Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha unveiled the plan, emphasizing the administration’s resolve to eliminate fraudulent practices in land transactions. Major Announcement in the Assembly During the budget discussion for the Revenue and Land Reforms Department on Friday, Deputy CM Sinha made the landmark declaration. The department’s budget of ₹21.90 billion was unanimously approved by the House, although opposition parties staged a walkout, expressing dissatisfaction with the gover...

Kota NEET Aspirant Ends Life: Tragic Cry for Help Goes Unheeded

14Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Kota NEET Aspirant Ends Life: Tragic Cry for Help Goes Unheeded

Kota, Rajasthan: A shocking tragedy struck the coaching city of Kota when an 18-year-old girl from Madhya Pradesh, preparing for the NEET entrance exam, took her own life by consuming poison. Witnesses recall her desperate pleas: “I made a mistake, save me,” as she writhed in pain. Despite being rushed to a private hospital, she succumbed to the effects of the poison. Authorities are investigating the incident from all angles, including the possibility of suicide. The Final Moments The incident occurred in Dadabadi area under Kota police jurisdiction. The student consumed a poisonous substance in her room. As the poison took effect, she began vomiting and panicked, realizing the gravity of her actions. In a desperate bid for help, she cried out, attracting the attention of fellow stu...

Haryana IPS Upasana Singh Stands Her Ground in Heated Exchange with Minister Anil Vij

14Feb

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PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Haryana IPS Upasana Singh Stands Her Ground in Heated Exchange with Minister Anil Vij

Chandigarh, Haryana: A fiery confrontation unfolded on Friday between Haryana Minister Anil Vij and Kaithal’s Superintendent of Police (SP), Upasana Singh, over the suspension of a police officer. The tense exchange, captured on video, has made IPS officer Upasana Singh a topic of discussion across social media. The Dispute During a District Grievance Redressal Committee meeting in Kaithal, overseen by Vij—who holds the portfolios of Energy, Transport, and Labour—the minister instructed SP Upasana to suspend an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) involved in a pending land dispute investigation. Upasana clarified that the ASI in question belonged to a neighboring district, Karnal, and that she did not have the authority to suspend him. Vij insisted that she write to the Director General...

Gorakhpur Engagement Shock: Bride’s Family Stunned as Groom’s Long-Time Lover Speaks Out

14Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Gorakhpur Engagement Shock: Bride’s Family Stunned as Groom’s Long-Time Lover Speaks Out

Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh: A bizarre turn of events unfolded in Gorakhpur just before a scheduled engagement, leaving the bride’s family in complete shock. On the day of the ceremony, the groom’s side did not show up. When the bride’s brother called the groom’s number, a woman picked up and claimed to be the groom’s long-time partner. Six-Year Affair and Shocking Confession The woman revealed that she had been in a relationship with the groom, Saurabh Chauhan, for six years and had undergone three abortions during their affair. Her revelation stunned the bride’s family, who were preparing for the engagement at a hall in P.P. Ganj on February 13. Groom’s Family Responds The bride’s family immediately contacted Saurabh’s father. He refused to comment and abruptly ended the call. W...

Can a Woman File a Dowry Harassment Case Against a Married Man’s Live-In Partner? Supreme Court Seeks Government’s Response

14Feb

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Karnataka, State

Can a Woman File a Dowry Harassment Case Against a Married Man’s Live-In Partner? Supreme Court Seeks Government’s Response

Bengaluru / New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India has sought the government’s response on a crucial legal question: Can a woman living in a live-in relationship with a married man file a case of dowry harassment or domestic violence under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC)? Background of the Case The case involves Dr. Lokesh B. H., a cardiologist from Bengaluru, who married Navina in February 2000. Ten years into their marriage, Dr. Lokesh entered into a relationship with another woman, Tirtha, who claimed they were married in 2010. In 2015, Tirtha filed several complaints against Dr. Lokesh and his family, which were later settled amicably. In 2016, Tirtha lodged a fresh FIR alleging that Dr. Lokesh had demanded dowry and attempted to burn her alive. She also filed a sep...

Verdict After 27 Years: 1999 Azamgarh Shia-Sunni Riot Case Sees 12 Convicted

14Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Verdict After 27 Years: 1999 Azamgarh Shia-Sunni Riot Case Sees 12 Convicted

Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh: Nearly 27 years after the communal violence erupted in Mubarakpur, Azamgarh, a court has delivered its verdict in the long-pending Shia-Sunni riot case. The court found 12 individuals guilty in connection with the killing of Ali Akbar, with sentencing scheduled for 17 February 2026. The 1999 Riot and Murder The violence began on 27–30 April 1999 in Mubarakpur when Ali Akbar, a resident of Purakhwaja, went missing. His son, Jagam, reported the disappearance to the local police on 28 April. On 30 April, Ali Akbar’s decapitated body was recovered from Raja Bhat’s pond. Police investigations revealed that he had been attacked and killed by members of the Sunni community while returning from a Muharram procession. The incident triggered widespread communal unre...