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Tragic Fall: Two-and-a-Half-Year-Old Dies After Falling from Roof in Greater Noida
State, Uttar Pradesh

Tragic Fall: Two-and-a-Half-Year-Old Dies After Falling from Roof in Greater Noida

Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh: A tragic accident claimed the life of a two-and-a-half-year-old boy in Ambedkar Nagar, Rabhupura, Greater Noida, sending shockwaves through the family and local community. Accident on RooftopThe incident occurred on Thursday afternoon when the toddler, identified as Shivam, was playing on the rooftop of his three-story home while his mother, Khushboo, was drying clothes. In the course of play, Shivam climbed onto the rooftop railing, lost his balance, and fell from the height of the three-story building. Emergency Response and DeathKhushboo rushed her son to a nearby doctor in a critical condition, but tragically, Shivam was declared dead on arrival. The heartbreaking news left the family in deep grief. His funeral was conducted later the same evening. ...
Young Woman Runs Away with Lover After Leaving Snake Skin on Bed, Announces Marriage
State, Uttar Pradesh

Young Woman Runs Away with Lover After Leaving Snake Skin on Bed, Announces Marriage

Auraiya, Uttar Pradesh: A dramatic turn of events unfolded in a village under Fafunda police jurisdiction when a young woman, unhappy with her family-arranged marriage, ran away with her lover. Before leaving, she placed a snake skin, bangles, and sindoor (vermilion) on her bed—a move that sparked intense speculation throughout the village. Viral Video Confirms MarriageThree days after the incident, the woman posted a video on social media confirming that she had married her lover, Satnam. In the video, she warned her family, saying that if anything were to happen to her husband, they would be held responsible. The video shows the woman dressed in a saree, wearing a bindi on her forehead and a mangalsutra (marital necklace) around her neck, firmly asserting that she had married the man ...
“This Is My Last Night”: Hapur Teen Attempts Suicide for Social Media Fame, Police Intervene
State, Uttar Pradesh

“This Is My Last Night”: Hapur Teen Attempts Suicide for Social Media Fame, Police Intervene

Hapur, Uttar Pradesh: The lure of social media fame drove a ninth-grade student in Hapur’s Sinhavali area to a dangerous brink. The teenager, from Hajipur village, posted a video on Instagram with a capsule of poison, captioned, “This is the last day of my life; after tonight, I will never be seen again.” Before the post could go viral, Meta’s control room detected it and issued an immediate alert, prompting police to rush to the student’s home and save him. Swift Police Response Following Meta AlertThe video was posted late Wednesday evening. Meta first notified the Gurgaon police, who, after verification, escalated the alert to Hapur’s Superintendent of Police. Sinhavali police traced the location and reached the student’s residence for questioning. According to Station House Offic...
Mahoba Dowry Scandal: Husband Secretly Marries Second Woman While First Wife Still Married
State, Uttar Pradesh

Mahoba Dowry Scandal: Husband Secretly Marries Second Woman While First Wife Still Married

Mahoba, February 12, 2026: A shocking dowry-related case has surfaced in Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh, where a husband allegedly orchestrated a secret second marriage while his first wife was still living, after demands for a plot and car as additional dowry were not met. Police have registered a case against 11 individuals, including the husband, based on the first wife’s complaint. According to the complaint, Nagma Khatoon, a resident of Kanpur Dehat, was married to Tajuddin of Jaitpur town under Muslim customs on April 9, 2018. Her parents provided a dowry of ₹4.5 lakh in cash, along with gold, silver, and other gifts. However, the husband and his family, including father-in-law Kutubuddin, mother-in-law Quraisha, sister-in-law Shagufta, and others, began pressuring her for additional dowry...
Begusarai Triple Murder Case: Man Sentenced to Death for Killing Brother, Sister-in-Law, and Niece Over Property
Bihar, State

Begusarai Triple Murder Case: Man Sentenced to Death for Killing Brother, Sister-in-Law, and Niece Over Property

Begusarai, February 12, 2026: In a major verdict in the Begusarai courts, a man has been sentenced to death for brutally murdering his brother, sister-in-law, and niece on Diwali night in 2019, driven by greed for property. The Additional District Judge-3 (ADJ-3), Justice Brajesh Kumar Singh, handed down the death sentence to the accused, Vikas Kumar. The hearing was conducted via video conferencing after the accused was brought from Beur Jail to Begusarai Jail. The court described the murders as a heinous crime. Government advocate Ram Prakash Yadav stated that the court recognized the incident as a "horrific and premeditated act." The case, recorded under Sessions Case No. 465/21, saw the prosecution present six witnesses, all of whom corroborated the events leading to the triple m...
Tragic Incident in Harsh Vihar: Husband Falls to Death from Roof, Wife Found Dead in Room
DELHI (national capital territory), State

Tragic Incident in Harsh Vihar: Husband Falls to Death from Roof, Wife Found Dead in Room

New Delhi: A horrifying incident shook the Harsh Vihar neighborhood on Tuesday afternoon when a property dealer reportedly fell from the roof of his residence, resulting in his death. His wife was later found unconscious and lifeless inside their room. Both were rushed to GTB Hospital, where doctors declared them dead. The deceased have been identified as Mukesh and Savita. Reports suggest that the couple frequently quarreled. Family Background:Mukesh, a professional property dealer, lived in Harsh Vihar with his wife and their two sons, aged 7 and 10. His parents resided on the ground floor, while Mukesh and his immediate family lived on the first floor. His brothers and their families occupied the second and third floors. Mukesh and Savita had been married for approximately 12–13 year...
ASI’s Obsession Continues Even After Transfer; SHO’s Role Under Scrutiny
DELHI (national capital territory), State

ASI’s Obsession Continues Even After Transfer; SHO’s Role Under Scrutiny

New Delhi: The CBI has once again put the spotlight on a Delhi Police Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) previously arrested for accepting a bribe of ₹10 lakh. Recent revelations show that the ASI’s influence over a particular area continues even after his transfer, raising serious questions about police accountability and possible complicity. The Case:The ASI in question, Sundar Pal Singh, was initially posted at Greater Kailash Police Station but later transferred to CR Park Police Station. The area in South Delhi where the CBI raid took place still falls under his former jurisdiction. Despite having no official reason to intervene, Singh allegedly returned to the area, pressuring the victim to pay ₹2.5 crore—of which ₹10 lakh was seized during the sting operation. Details of the Incide...
Delhi High Court Denies Bail in ₹40 Crore Stock Market Fraud Case
DELHI (national capital territory), State

Delhi High Court Denies Bail in ₹40 Crore Stock Market Fraud Case

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has refused bail to an accused involved in a massive financial fraud exceeding ₹40 crore through a fake trading application, carried out under the guise of stock market investments. The court noted that frauds of this magnitude severely impact the nation’s economy. Not Just a Case of Transactional Fraud:While hearing the bail plea of Rohit Gagerna, Justice Girish Kathpalia emphasized that the lack of objections from investigative authorities regarding the operation of bank accounts does not diminish the accused’s role in the crime. The court observed that this case goes beyond mere transactional fraud and involves a complex web of money laundering, which is currently under investigation. Case Details:The accused had approached the court seeking bail in...
Delhi High Court Upholds Probationary Judge’s Dismissal, Citing Three Key Reasons
DELHI (national capital territory), State

Delhi High Court Upholds Probationary Judge’s Dismissal, Citing Three Key Reasons

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has dismissed a petition filed by an Additional District Judge challenging his dismissal during the probationary period. The bench, comprising Justice Anil Kshetrapal and Justice Amit Mahajan, ruled that the termination was entirely ordinary and within the bounds of law. Court Observations:The High Court clarified that the constitutional safeguards under Article 311(2) and principles of natural justice do not apply to probationary terminations. The bench noted that the decision to dismiss the judge was based on a comprehensive assessment of performance, conduct, and service record, including a poor Annual Confidential Report (ACR) and complaints presented before the Full Court. Case Background:The controversy began after a video surfaced on 9 September...
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on Air Pollution, Yamuna Cleanup, and Social Media Attacks
DELHI (national capital territory), State

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on Air Pollution, Yamuna Cleanup, and Social Media Attacks

New Delhi: In an exclusive interview with TOI, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta spoke about her government’s efforts to tackle air pollution, clean the Yamuna, and respond to political attacks on social media. She also addressed concerns regarding the continuation of free schemes promised before the elections. Handling Social Media Criticism:CM Gupta acknowledged that social media can be both constructive and politically motivated. While she welcomes constructive criticism, she condemned misinformation and selective editing by influencers seeking views rather than facts. “Accountability is towards Delhi’s people, not political narratives. My focus remains on ground-level work and transparent communication,” she said. Yamuna Cleanup Efforts:CM Gupta highlighted a scientific action pla...