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Chandigarh: In a high-profile crackdown on building violations, the Chandigarh administration on Sunday morning carried out a demolition drive at the city’s most prominent commercial complex — Nexus Elante Mall, located in Industrial Area Phase-I. Acting on a show-cause notice issued earlier, officials razed unauthorized constructions spread over 35,040 square feet of area found in violation of approved building plans. The demolition was conducted jointly by teams from the Municipal Administration and the SDM office, with a strong police presence to maintain law and order. The operation began early in the morning, taking the mall management by surprise and triggering panic among staff and shop owners. Major Violations Uncovered According to the inspection report, the mall manageme...

** Indore, Madhya Pradesh: A major mishap was narrowly avoided on Sunday morning when a portion of the historic and busy Shastri Bridge in Indore suddenly caved in due to extensive rat burrows underneath. The collapse created a five-foot-deep and six-foot-long pit, alarming commuters and prompting an immediate response from authorities. The incident occurred around 10 a.m. near the Punjab National Bank, on the lane leading from Gandhi Statue to Shastri Market. Fortunately, no vehicles were passing at that moment—otherwise, the situation could have turned tragic. Rats Behind the Collapse When the Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) team arrived for repair work, they discovered that rats had dug multiple burrows beneath the structure, hollowing out the soil base and causing the ro...

** Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh: In a landmark judgment reaffirming the constitutional right to reproductive autonomy, the Jabalpur High Court has ruled that a minor rape survivor cannot be compelled to undergo an abortion against her will. The court emphasized that the consent of the pregnant woman is paramount, and forcing termination of pregnancy would violate her fundamental rights under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The single-judge bench of Justice Vishal Mishra delivered the verdict while hearing a case referred by the Panna District Court, involving a minor rape survivor who had conceived as a result of the assault. Both the girl and her parents had categorically refused to terminate the pregnancy, expressing their firm decision to continue it. Court Upholds Right t...

** Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh: In a shocking case of cyber fraud, a 75-year-old senior advocate from Bhopal narrowly escaped being duped of ₹10 lakh after fraudsters posing as officers of the Pune Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) held him “digitally hostage” for nearly four hours. The victim, Advocate Shamsul Hasan, a reputed legal practitioner residing in the Housing Board Colony of the Koh-e-Fiza area, received a call on Sunday afternoon from an unknown number. The caller identified himself as an ATS Inspector from Pune and accused Hasan of being involved in the Pahalgam terror attack that occurred on April 22, 2025. Threats and Psychological Pressure The impostor claimed that Hasan’s name had surfaced during the investigation of the Pahalgam attack and that the matter could only be “s...

** Satna, Madhya Pradesh – It was a moment filled with nostalgia and emotion when Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi returned to his childhood school, Saraswati Shishu Mandir, in Satna—55 years after he last studied there. General Dwivedi’s recent visit was inspired by an unexpected rediscovery — his Class 4 marksheet from the 1971–72 academic session. After the marksheet surfaced online, he shared it on social media, expressing his heartfelt desire to revisit the school where his educational journey began. On November 1st, General Dwivedi arrived in Satna and visited Saraswati Shishu Mandir accompanied by school officials and local dignitaries. As he stepped onto the stage, the Army Chief appeared visibly emotional, recalling his early memories as a young student. Acc...

** Rajgarh, Madhya Pradesh: A rare and emotional incident unfolded at Biaora Civil Hospital in Rajgarh district, where a 23-year-old woman gave birth to three baby girls in her first delivery. While the mother is reported to be in good health, the joy of the family turned into sorrow as one of the newborns tragically passed away soon after birth. According to hospital sources, Pooja Sondhiya, a resident of Chhatri village, was admitted to Biaora Civil Hospital on Sunday. She delivered her first baby girl weighing 1.5 kg at 10:16 p.m., the second weighing 1.7 kg at 11:40 p.m., and the third baby girl weighing 1.6 kg at 12:09 a.m. The news of triplet daughters quickly spread, drawing attention and amazement among the hospital staff and local residents. One Infant Succumbs, Two Shift...

** Jaipur: In a heartbreaking incident, Rahul Ghosalya, a medical student from Shahpura, Jaipur district, who was pursuing his MBBS in Kazakhstan, has passed away after battling for life for nearly two weeks. The 7 sisters’ only brother, Rahul had been airlifted to Jaipur after suffering a massive brain hemorrhage on October 8, but despite all efforts, he could not be saved. The Tragedy Unfolded Abroad Rahul, a promising young student from Nayabas village, suddenly collapsed in Kazakhstan after suffering a brain hemorrhage. His friends immediately rushed him to a local hospital, where he remained unconscious. As his condition worsened, his family was informed back home in Rajasthan. However, due to travel difficulties and visa constraints, no family member could reach him in time....

New Delhi: In a bizarre case that has stunned the capital, Delhi Police arrested a 27-year-old gardener employed with the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) for impersonating an official from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) and duping private hospitals and poor patients. The accused had been running the scam for nearly six months, using forged letterheads bearing fake signatures and logos to collect money from patients in the name of facilitating their treatment. The 6-Month Scam: From MCD Mailroom to Fake CMO According to police, the accused—whose identity has been withheld—was working in the MCD’s postal department at the Karol Bagh office. A few months ago, he allegedly came across an original letter from the Chief Minister’s Office and used it as a reference to create counter...

New Delhi: Encounter killings by Delhi Police have long remained a topic of debate — a thin line between the necessity of maintaining law and order and the question of human rights. While one section of society believes encounters are essential to curb the growing crime menace, another calls them extrajudicial acts that demand accountability and transparency. From Self-Defense to Controversy: The Complex History The first major controversy dates back to March 31, 1997, when Delhi’s Connaught Place witnessed a broad-daylight shootout that left two Haryana businessmen, Pradeep Goyal and Jagjit Singh, dead. The Crime Branch claimed it was an act of self-defense after shots were fired from the car. Within 24 hours, the then Police Commissioner was removed, and 10 officers, including an A...

**New Delhi | November 3, 2025 In a major step toward building a smarter and more connected capital, the Public Works Department (PWD) has officially launched the redevelopment of Mahatma Gandhi Ring Road, a 55-kilometer-long corridor encircling Delhi. The project aims to transform the existing route into a smart, green, and citizen-friendly transport network, significantly easing traffic congestion and improving air quality. PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh inaugurated the project and said, “We are not just building roads — we are building a Smart Delhi. The Ring Road will symbolize the city’s transformation into a modern, data-driven, and sustainable capital.” Redevelopment to Be Carried Out in Six Phases The Ring Road revamp will take place in six structured phases, covering...