In Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, a 14-year-old boy attempted to rape and subsequently murdered a 4-year-old girl after luring her with chocolates. The accused, influenced by watching porn, was arrested following the discovery of the victim's body and CCTV evidence linking him to the crime.
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Vikas Walkar, father of Shraddha Walkar, who was murdered by her partner Aftab Poonawalla in 2022, died of a cardiac arrest at his residence in Vasai West. Shraddha’s murder case, which revealed gruesome details, is still open, and Vikas had been actively pursuing justice for his daughter.
Union minister Chirag Paswan criticised Tejashwi Yadav for suggesting Nishant Kumar's entry into politics, noting the decision is personal for Nishant. Tejashwi expressed concerns about the BJP's influence on JD(U) and encouraged Nishant to join politics to preserve the party's future.
Super Bowl LIX will feature the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Philadelphia Eagles, with President Donald Trump planning to attend, making him the first sitting president at the event. Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has spent $40 million on commercials to highlight government waste. Performances include Kendrick Lamar, SZA, and Post Malone. The game begins at 6:30 PM ET.
On Wednesday, Russia launched a devastating attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, deploying over 700 missiles and 100 drones. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy condemned the assault, which hit on Christmas, as 'inhumane.' The strikes worsened power outages and civilian suffering, with fatalities and injuries reported. Ukraine seeks advanced air defense systems from allies to counter the escalating attacks.
Harshita Brella, a 24-year-old Delhi resident, was murdered in the UK by her husband, Pankaj Lamba, after enduring severe domestic abuse. Despite her family's pleas, Harshita couldn't return to India due to legal constraints. Her family seeks justice, emphasizing her husband's premeditated intentions and dowry-related threats.
Since its release, 'Chhaava' has created a significant impact on audiences, with Vicky Kaushal's portrayal of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj receiving high praise. The film, applauded for its historical authenticity, emotional depth, and powerful performances, has courted global attention and become Bollywood’s biggest post-lockdown box-office opener. It highlights the warrior's sacrifices and legacy.
A principal and coordinator of Orchid International School in Navi Mumbai are facing charges for detaining a kindergarten student for four hours over unpaid fees. The five-year-old boy's father reported the incident, leading to an FIR under the Juvenile Justice Act. Despite assurances, the principal remains in her position.
The Union government has announced the first list of Padma Award winners ahead of the 76th Republic Day. Honorees include Harvinder Singh, the first Indian para-archer to win gold at the Paralympics, and Neerja Bhatla, a gynecologist renowned for her work in cervical cancer detection.