In Hyderabad, a 12-year-old government school student attacked a teacher with an iron rod after being caught cheating during final exams. The teacher sustained a minor head injury but is out of danger. While an assault case was registered, the teacher is considering withdrawing the complaint, but the juvenile will be produced before the juvenile justice board.
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NCSC Tamil Nadu state director S Ravivarman, along with senior investigative officer S Lister, conducted an inquiry with R Ayyasamy, a dalit youth injured in a caste-based attack. The team visited Melapidavoor village and provided compensation of 62,500 to Ayyasamy's family. The accused were arrested and booked under relevant sections.
Sunny Deol's 'Jaat' is receiving positive reviews after its theatrical release, following the success of 'Gadar 2'. The film earned Rs 9.5 crore on its opening day, performing well in northern regions. However, it faces competition from Ajith Kumar's 'Good Bad Ugly' in the south. By Friday afternoon, 'Jaat' had collected Rs 1.39 crore, bringing its total to Rs 10.
Torrential rain washed out the first day of the third Test between Australia and India at the Gabba, leaving only 13.2 overs bowled. Australia reached 28/0 after India opted to bowl. The Border-Gavaskar Trophy stands at 1-1 after India had won the opener, in Perth, and Australia the second, at Adelaide Oval.
Robert Vadra faced interrogation by the Enforcement Directorate regarding alleged irregularities in a land deal. Vadra claimed repeated questioning and a potential birthday celebration at the ED office. The Bharatiya Janata Party criticized the Gandhi family over the case. They alleged illicit enrichment of the family's treasury.
Ed Sheeran, currently on a tour of India, visited his friend Arijit Singh in Jiaganj, Murshidabad on Monday. The two singers enjoyed a scooter and boat ride together. Singh had previously performed Sheeran's 'Perfect' at a London concert, while Sheeran admired Arijit's 'Tum hi ho'.
The White House has voiced serious concerns over Pakistan's advancing missile program, calling it an emerging threat to the US. New sanctions target Pakistani entities, including a state-owned enterprise, for contributing to long-range ballistic missile development. Officials warn Pakistan could soon possess missiles capable of reaching beyond South Asia, questioning Islamabad's intentions despite US support and diplomatic efforts.
In a surprising move, the Karnataka government withdrew its affidavit defending the decision to revoke consent for a CBI probe into deputy CM D K Shivakumar’s alleged disproportionate assets. The state aims to file a stronger affidavit. The previous government’s approval for a CBI investigation was deemed illegal due to inadequate supporting material and concerns over state police competence.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, where he performed a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam alongside Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister. He expressed a deep spiritual connection with the sacred waters. The event has attracted millions of devotees and will continue until February 26.
Gazans celebrated with chants and embraces as news of a ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas was announced, ending over 15 months of conflict. The agreement includes the release of 33 hostages and marks a significant moment of relief and mixed emotions for the Palestinian people after the prolonged devastation.
At least 15 people, including three children, died and several others were injured in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station. The chaos ensued after a large crowd gathered for a special train to Maha Kumbh, worsened by train delays and panic-induced confusion.