Telugu actor Allu Arjun was released from Hyderabad's Chanchalguda prison Saturday morning after a night in jail, following his arrest in connection with a deadly stampede at his film's premiere. Despite receiving interim bail Friday night, jail procedures delayed his release. The stampede at the Pushpa 2 premiere resulted in one death and several injuries, sparking public outrage.
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Ahmedabad police arrested fugitive Ashok Thakor, a chain-snatcher on the run for 34 years, but face difficulties as case files are missing. Despite apprehending Thakor, who was living as a scrap dealer, there are no FIR or court documents to support the case, creating a legal challenge for the crime branch.
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Gunmen attacked Chad's presidential complex in N'Djamena on Wednesday evening, resulting in 19 deaths, including one presidential guard. The situation is now under control, per government statements. The attack occurred shortly after a disputed election. Chad, a landlocked country in northern Africa, is under military rule and frequently faces attacks from the jihadist group Boko Haram in the Lake Chad region.
A 26-year-old woman was allegedly raped by a criminal in a parked bus at Pune's Swargate bus terminus. The incident, which took place early Tuesday, has resulted in public outrage and demands for swift action. Authorities have identified the suspect and are conducting inquiries. Security personnel have been dismissed, and an intensive investigation is underway.
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Donald Trump criticized Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his stance on Crimea, claiming it hinders peace negotiations with Russia. Trump suggested Zelenskyy's refusal to compromise and insistence on reclaiming Crimea are inflammatory and prolong the conflict. He emphasized his commitment to ending the war to prevent further casualties, while Zelenskyy maintains Ukraine's territorial integrity will not be compromised.
An explosion near the Line of Control in the Jammu sector critically injured three army personnel. A day prior, security forces recovered arms and ammunition during a search operation along the LoC in Kupwara. Lt Gen Navin Sachdeva reviewed hostile activities in the Rajouri sector after an Army patrol was attacked by suspected terrorists.