A woman doctor in Maharashtra's Satara district died by suicide, leaving a note accusing two police personnel of rape and mental harassment. The doctor was found hanging in a hotel room, and authorities have registered a case and are investigating the allegations. The Maharashtra Women's Commission has ordered strict action against the accused.
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A five-year-old boy was allegedly kidnapped, brutally murdered with bricks and a knife in Narela. Police suspect the boy's father's driver, Neetu, committed the crime to exact revenge after being reprimanded for an altercation. Neetu is currently absconding, and police are actively searching for him.
A 26-year-old woman, Manjusha Goswami, died by suicide in Raipur. She allegedly recorded a video accusing her husband, in-laws, and brother-in-law of dowry harassment. Police registered a case based on her complaint. The incident occurred after a reported argument. The preliminary investigation suggests the husband found her hanging after leaving the room.
A recent Blind survey challenges the long-held belief that only IITs and IIMs guarantee top-tier jobs. Data from 1,602 Indian professionals reveal that over a third of employees at leading tech firms like Apple, NVIDIA, and Zoho hail from Tier 3 colleges. The findings highlight a global shift: skills, perseverance, and demonstrable expertise increasingly outweigh institutional prestige in shaping careers.
An Indian-origin truck driver, Harjinder Singh, accused in a fatal Florida crash, reportedly failed his CDL test ten times before obtaining a license. This incident has intensified the debate over issuing commercial licenses to undocumented immigrants, with Florida petitioning the Supreme Court against such policies.
A daring seven-minute heist at Paris's Louvre Museum saw thieves on scooters, armed with chainsaws, storm the Apollo Gallery. They made off with Napoleon and Empress's priceless jewellery collection, entering via a basket lift. One damaged piece was later found. This audacious daylight robbery, confirmed by France's interior minister, has led to the museum's closure and a full investigation.
Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf's daughter, Jaz, has introduced a new cocker spaniel puppy named Copper to the family, delighting fans. The legendary tennis couple's children are described as normal, with Jaz enjoying typical teenage outings and son Jaden pursuing baseball. Agassi emphasizes fatherhood as his most important role, cherishing his bond with his children.
Louvre director admits security camera flaws after $100 million jewel heist. Thieves exploited blind spots, bypassing aging perimeter cameras. Despite functioning alarms, the museum's external surveillance is deemed "highly insufficient." The incident has sparked a review of security measures at the iconic institution, with investigations ongoing to apprehend the culprits.
Chandler Langevin is a member of the Palm Bay City Council who made headlines because of his hateful statements against Indians. He said Indians in America only care for benefiting their countries and hence they should be ousted. This led to a massive controversy and the city council voted for the elimination of Langevin from the council.
India's central bank is strategically shifting its foreign exchange reserves, favoring gold over dollar-based assets. The RBI has significantly increased its gold holdings, now exceeding 880 tonnes, while simultaneously reducing its investments in US Treasury Securities to a seven-month low.