Former Karnataka DGP Om Prakash was murdered by his wife Pallavi during lunch at their Bengaluru home. She stabbed him multiple times after an alleged history of domestic violence. Pallavi later confessed via WhatsApp. A property dispute and claims of abuse, drugging, and digital surveillance are being probed. Their daughter Kriti's role remains unclear. Investigation continues.
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Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel visits India to meet with Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar, focusing on bilateral cooperation in development support, trade, health, defence, and security. Maldives will reiterate its invitation for PM Modi to visit. Both nations aim to enhance maritime and security cooperation, as emphasized during President Mohamed Muizzu's previous visit to India.
A 22-year-old bull tamer died and many were injured at a jallikattu event in Madurai's Avaniyapuram during Pongal celebrations. The deceased, Naveen Kumar, was gored by a bull. His family demanded compensation and a government job for a member. At Palamedu, 51 injuries were reported among bull tamers, owners, and spectators. CM M K Stalin announced compensation for Kumar’s family.
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The ED has attached properties worth Rs 4 crore belonging to Punjab Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira, linked to drug smuggling proceeds. The investigation revealed Khaira received Rs 3.8 crore from a drug syndicate. He was arrested in November 2021, and chargesheets were filed against him and his associates, including Gurdev Singh.
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