A political firestorm has erupted over Bihar's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, with the opposition accusing the Election Commission of favoring the ruling coalition. Tejashwi Yadav has threatened an election boycott, while Mamata Banerjee has warned against similar measures in West Bengal.
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To curb crimes against women, the Union government informed the Supreme Court about plans to implement AI-based facial recognition at major railway stations, including Mumbai CST and New Delhi, as the National Database on Sexual Offenders crosses 20 lakh entries.
In Nalasopara (east), a shocking discovery unfolded as the body of 32-year-old Vijay Chauhan was found buried within his own home, prompting a police investigation. Suspicion arose when Chauhan's brothers noticed newly laid floor tiles and the unexplained absence of his wife, Chaman Devi.
India is set to complete the Mudh airfield upgrade in Ladakh by October, significantly boosting military capabilities near the Line of Actual Control with China. The upgraded airfield, one of the world's highest, will accommodate all types of aircraft and serve as a crucial forward staging ground.
Cardiac arrests are increasing among young adults. Previously rare, these events now affect seemingly healthy individuals. Underlying heart conditions, lifestyle choices, and even COVID-19 may contribute. Early detection and prevention are crucial. Awareness of symptoms like chest pain and shortness of breath is important. Regular check-ups, healthy habits, and stress management can reduce risk.
Bengaluru was thrown into a state of alarm on Friday morning as approximately 40 private schools received bomb threats via email, prompting immediate responses from bomb disposal squads and police. Following similar threats in Delhi, authorities initiated thorough checks and precautionary evacuations to ensure the safety of students and staff.
In Delhi's Sultanpuri, Kusum, a 52-year-old drug kingpin, operated a sophisticated heroin racket from a covert hub disguised as four houses. She used rope-lowered baskets and window slits for drug deliveries, while juvenile lookouts and CCTV cameras provided security. Police finally breached the fortified structure, arresting her son Amit, who managed the daily operations, after months of surveillance.
Bengaluru police have arrested a physics lecturer, Narendra, from Dakshina Kannada, along with his two friends, Sandeep and Anoop, for allegedly blackmailing and raping a student. Narendra initially offered academic assistance, which later led to exploitation.
Survivors of the 11/7 Mumbai train blasts expressed mixed reactions to the Supreme Court's stay on the High Court's acquittal of the accused. While some voiced hope for eventual justice and the capture of the real culprits, others felt weary of the prolonged legal battle.
Anjali Bharti, a 28-year-old IIM Lucknow student, has returned to her studies after a two-year hiatus, triumphing over stage III leukaemia. Diagnosed shortly after joining IIML in 2022, she underwent extensive treatment, including chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant, with her brother Ashish as her donor. Supported by her family, friends, and the IIML community, Anjali's resilience serves as an inspiration to others.