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'Hisab Kitab Kar Do': Viral Video Captures Ghaziabad Cop's Alleged Passport Bribe Demand (WATCH)

Divya Danu — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 20:17:42 +0530

A video purportedly showing a police officer allegedly asking for money during passport verification in Ghaziabad has gone viral on social media, prompting criticism and claims of bribery during the process. The video, said to have been recorded in Indirapuram, shows the officer checking documents of a man who had reportedly applied for a passport. The officer asks about his occupation. He replies that he is a software engineer at an IT company and has worked there for around two years.

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'Hisab kitab kar do'

The conversation then takes an unexpected turn when the officer asks the man for 'hisab kitab' (bribe money). When the man asks how much, the officer allegedly says '2-4,000 rupees'. The man questions why he should pay. The officer is heard responding, “Arre bas de do,” before apparently adding that money is given to the police station.

The man then asks whether he would receive a receipt for the payment so he could claim a rebate while filing his income tax return. The officer responds that there would be little benefit from claiming a rebate for Rs 500 or Rs 1,000.

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The officer leaves after noticing camera

The exchange appears to end abruptly when the officer seems to realise he is being recorded. He leaves without being shown accepting any money. The man then takes out the phone he had apparently concealed while recording, and the video ends.

The clip has triggered strong reactions online. Several users claimed they had also been asked to pay money during passport verification, with some mentioning amounts from Rs 500 to Rs 2,000. Others said they completed verification without paying anything. Some users also questioned whether hidden-camera recording was appropriate.

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A response posted by Ghaziabad Police said the viral video was being shared with the claim that the officer was posted at Indirapuram police station. The police said their inquiry found that the video is “quite old” and that the policeman seen in it is not currently posted at Indirapuram.

The Assistant Commissioner of Police, Indirapuram, is conducting a detailed inquiry into the video, according to the police response. The department said further legal action would be taken after the investigation.

The police clarification does not confirm when or where the video was recorded, nor does it establish whether money was actually paid. The video’s authenticity and circumstances surrounding the alleged demand remain subject to the ongoing inquiry.

'She Fell From Roof': BSF Jawan Arrested for Beating Wife to Death Hours After Returning Home on Leave

Divya Danu — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:13:03 +0530

A Border Security Force (BSF) jawan has been arrested after his wife died under suspicious circumstances in Punjab’s Hoshiarpur district. Police allege the accused assaulted his wife at their home and later tried to make her death appear to be an accidental fall from the roof. The incident took place in the Hajipur area near Sunehra village in Mukerian. The victim has been identified as Rama, who had been married to Amarjit Singh for around 12 years.

BSF Jawan arrested for killing wife in Punjab's Hoshiarpur.The case was lodged on the complaint of the father of the victim, Rama, who was married to Amarjit Singh for about 12 years.The FIR says Rama was allegedly subjected to harassment and physical assault by her husband… pic.twitter.com/TOFvxOlDYo

— News Arena India (@NewsArenaIndia) August 16, 2026

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Family alleges assault before death

According to the complaint lodged by Rama’s family, Amarjit Singh returned home on leave on the night of August 13. They allege that he assaulted Rama inside the house, causing fatal injuries.

At around 4 am on August 14, the family received a phone call claiming that Rama had fallen from the roof and had been taken to hospital. However, when they reached the hospital, they found that she had already died.

Her relatives told police they noticed multiple injury marks on her body and believed she had been beaten before her death. They alleged that the story of the roof fall was fabricated to divert suspicion.

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Parents speak out

Rama’s mother said her daughter had suffered physical abuse since her marriage. Her father, Ram Chand, also alleged that Amarjit Singh had repeatedly harassed and assaulted Rama over the years.

The couple have two children, an eight-year-old son and a daughter.

Family members have demanded strict action, saying Rama had endured years of violence before the incident that claimed her life.

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Police register murder case

Police have registered a case against Amarjit Singh, his uncle Kuldeep Kuki and his aunt Sonia. Amarjit Singh has been arrested, while the other two accused are absconding.

Station House Officer Harprem Singh told NDTV the investigation is continuing and police are working to trace the remaining accused.

Following the post-mortem examination, Rama’s body was handed over to her family. Her last rites will be performed in her native village as investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding her death.

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Kolkata Staff Nurse Death: Needle Mark, 3 Fentanyl Vials Found At NRS, Overdose Angle Under Probe

Divya Danu — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:59:52 +0530

The mysterious death of 30-year-old nurse Rupali Burman at Kolkata's Nil Ratan Sircar (NRS) Medical College and Hospital in West Bengal has taken a new turn, with police finding three fentanyl vials near her body and a needle mark on her left arm. Police sources said all three vials had a capacity of 2 millilitres and were part of the hospital’s stock. Investigators are now trying to establish whether Rupali administered fentanyl to herself and, if so, how much of the drug entered her system.

Kolkata, West Bengal: A 30-year-old female nurse was found unconscious inside a washroom at NRS Medical College and Hospital during her night shift. She was taken for medical treatment but was declared dead by doctors. Police found no visible injury marks or suicide note at the… pic.twitter.com/Hdk2wjVTi1

— IANS (@ians_india) August 13, 2026

A female nurse was found dead inside the washroom of N.R.S. Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on late Wednesday.will there be a protest now against the current regime?দফা এক দাবি এক মুখ্যমন্ত্রীর পদ্যত্যাগ? pic.twitter.com/JkIIJfO26e

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A post-mortem examination has been directed to determine the exact cause of death. Police are also checking for any additional needle marks and awaiting the medical findings before drawing conclusions about whether fentanyl played a role in her death, according to a report by the Statesman.

Police examining possible fentanyl overdose

Fentanyl is a powerful opioid painkiller that can also cause sedation and breathing difficulties, particularly when taken in excessive quantities. It is administered in carefully controlled doses in medical settings.

Police sources claimed that some hospital staff working night shifts occasionally use fentanyl to deal with fatigue. Investigators, however, are yet to establish whether Rupali was a regular user of the drug or whether the fentanyl found with her was connected to her death.

A key question for the investigators is whether she accidentally took an excessive amount of fentanyl or administered it deliberately. The post-mortem and forensic reports are expected to provide important clues.

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What happened inside the hospital restroom?

Rupali was on duty in the gynaecology department’s High Dependency Unit (HDU) on Wednesday night. Her shift began at 8 pm.

According to the preliminary sequence being examined by police, she reported to the nursing station and attended to a patient before entering the staff restroom at around 10.20 pm.

Kolkata hospital horror: Mystery death at Kolkata's NRS Medical College and HospitalNurse found dead at state-run hospital, three fentanyl vials, syringe recovered from site@kripatistic has more pic.twitter.com/UqYJEbbFwI

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When she did not return, her colleagues began calling out to her at around 10.27 pm. There was no response from inside.

The restroom door was eventually forced open. Rupali was found unconscious on the floor and was placed on a trolley before colleagues tried to get her medical attention. However, she died before a doctor could attend to her.

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CCTV footage and phone under scrutiny

Police have seized Rupali’s mobile phone and are examining its contents as part of the investigation.

A CCTV camera is positioned outside the restroom, and footage from the floor is being scrutinised to establish Rupali’s movements before she entered the room and to identify anyone who may have approached the area.

Security guards, nurses and doctors working at the hospital have also been questioned.

Kolkata Police’s Homicide Department has taken over the investigation. Police have registered a case of unnatural death, but no suicide has been established so far.

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Family yet to lodge formal complaint

Rupali, a resident of Patashpur in West Bengal’s Purba Medinipur district, joined NRS Medical College and Hospital on July 24, 2024.

She married her husband, Raju, in 2025 after they met around two years earlier. Police are also looking into her personal circumstances, including whether there was any domestic dispute or dowry-related pressure. At present, investigators have found no clear indication of such issues.

Her family has not yet lodged a formal complaint at Entally Police Station.

Meanwhile, the state health department has ordered a separate inquiry. An investigation committee has been formed and asked to submit its report within seven days.

The exact circumstances surrounding Rupali’s death remain unclear. Police are waiting for the post-mortem and forensic findings to determine whether fentanyl overdose, another medical cause or any other factor led to her death.

(With inputs from agencies)

'We Were Friends Before We Were Sisters': DNA Test Reunites Indian-Born Women

Divya Danu — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:59:18 +0530

Two Indian-born women adopted by separate families discovered they were sisters nearly 3 decades after meeting as teens. Meena Geltink and Minal Tijssen first became friends at a gathering. Years later, Tijssen’s DNA test revealed a 100% sister match

Two Indian-born women who grew up in separate adoptive families in the Netherlands have discovered they are biological sisters, almost three decades after they first met and became friends.

Meena Geltink, 43, and Minal Tijssen, 44, were both left at orphanages in India as babies before being adopted by different Dutch families. They grew up around 130 kilometres apart, unaware that their biological sister was living relatively close by.

Their remarkable story began in 1996, when the two teenagers met at a gathering for adopted children. Neither knew much about their biological families, but they quickly formed a close friendship.

Minal and Meena first met in 1996, at a meet-up for adopted kids. They became close friends, calling each other “sis,” because people said they looked so alike — but they eventually lost touch.Then, after one of them took a DNA test and found a 100% match for a sibling, they… pic.twitter.com/WS6gHRAPz5

— CBS Mornings (@CBSMornings) August 13, 2026

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There was something unusual about their connection. Their friends noticed that they looked remarkably alike, while the two girls themselves felt an immediate sense of familiarity.

They exchanged addresses and stayed in touch through letters. They even jokingly called each other “sis”. Neither could have imagined that the nickname was closer to the truth than they realised.

They eventually lost touch and went their separate ways. For around 15 years, there was no contact between them.

Their extraordinary connection resurfaced years later when Tijssen decided to take a MyHeritage DNA test.

In April, she received her results and was stunned to find a 100% match identifying another person as her sister.

Tijssen was sitting on her sofa when the notification appeared on her phone. At first, she struggled to believe the result.

She searched for Geltink on social media and looked through her photographs. Then came the astonishing realisation: the woman was the same girl she had met at the adopted-children gathering nearly three decades earlier.

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The DNA result suddenly explained the strong bond the two had felt as teenagers.

“We were friends before we were sisters,” Tijssen told Reuters. “We were sisters the whole time, but we didn't know.”

The women finally reunited in the Netherlands on August 11. Their first meeting after the discovery was emotional, with tears, hugs and laughter. They also took their first selfie together as biological sisters.

Geltink, a mother of three, said she had spent years feeling that something was missing from her life. Meeting Tijssen again gave her the feeling that an important part of that missing picture had finally been found.

“When I see you, it's like I'm home,” Geltink told her sister.

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Tijssen, who lives in France with her partner and two sons, said she had always felt loved by her adoptive Dutch family. However, she had also experienced loneliness because she knew little about her birth relatives.

Since discovering the truth, the sisters have been speaking and messaging each other for hours every day.

They are now getting to know each other in a completely new way, not simply as two women who became friends as teenagers, but as biological family.

The DNA test did more than provide an answer about their ancestry to the women. It explained a friendship that had begun almost 30 years earlier, when two girls who did not know they were related somehow found each other.

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Mass Hysteria or Spirits? 608 Students Flee Maharashtra School After Nighttime 'Ghungroo' Sounds

Divya Danu — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:52:29 +0530

An unusual incident at a government-run residential school in Maharashtra’s Amravati district has left hundreds of tribal students frightened and away from their hostel. Students at the Doma Government Ashram School in Chikhaldara taluka, located in the Melghat region, reportedly began talking about strange sounds heard at night. Some girls claimed they could hear anklets or ghungroos ringing inside the hostel. Others spoke of hearing sounds resembling laughter and crying.

The reports quickly turned into rumours that the hostel was haunted and that some students had been possessed by spirits.

As fear spread, many students called their parents and asked to be taken home.

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608 students leave hostel

According to the hostel administration, around 608 students have left the residential facility. The group includes 263 boys and 345 girls, reported Aaj Tak. The school has around 810 students in total, making the scale of the exodus significant.

The situation began after four girls reportedly displayed unusual behaviour on July 22. They were said to have cried and laughed uncontrollably, prompting concern among other students.

Instead of remaining an isolated incident, the episode quickly became the subject of rumours among students and local residents.

Several explanations began circulating, with some people attributing the behaviour to spirits and supernatural forces.

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Authorities rule out supernatural claims

Officials, however, have rejected the claims that anything supernatural is happening at the school.

A team of health experts visited the residential school and examined some of the affected girls. According to officials, the symptoms could be linked to severe mental stress and a hysteria-like condition rather than any paranormal activity.

A psychological report prepared after the incident also pointed towards fear, superstition, stress and local beliefs as possible factors behind the situation.

Some women from the nearby village reportedly developed similar symptoms after the rumours began spreading.

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Local beliefs fuel rumours

The report also recorded several local theories that have contributed to the fear.

One belief among students and villagers is that a mahua tree once stood on the school premises and was believed to be inhabited by spirits. After the tree was cut down, some people began claiming that the spirits had become angry.

Another theory linked the situation to a local deity’s temple located behind the school. Some residents reportedly believed that the school’s drainage channel had affected or encroached upon the temple area.

A third theory involved the death of an Adivasi youth in a field near the school, with some people claiming that his spirit had remained there.

Officials have stressed that these are beliefs and not established facts.

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Counselling efforts under way

The Maharashtra Andhashraddha Nirmulan Samiti, which works to challenge superstition and promote scientific thinking, also met students and counselled them.

The group urged students and local residents not to interpret the incident through supernatural beliefs and instead consider psychological and social factors.

Amravati MP Balwant Wankhade also appealed to students not to be afraid and encouraged them to return to classes.

School headmaster Sanjay Chaudhary said efforts were being made to counsel the affected girls and persuade students to return. A few students have already come back, he said.

Authorities are continuing to monitor the situation while trying to address the fear that has spread through the hostel and surrounding community.

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UP Man Takes On Giant Python As It Tries To Enter His House, Video Goes Viral

Divya Danu — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 14:52:35 +0530

A massive python slithered onto a village road in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, before heading towards a house and leaving residents startled. The unusual encounter took place on Friday in Hasanpur Qadeem village, under the jurisdiction of Bhawanpur police station. Videos showing the giant snake moving along the road have since gone viral on social media, with several residents recording the dramatic scene on their phones.

Python on the road in Meerut! A massive python was spotted crawling on the road in Hasanpur Qadeem village under the jurisdiction of Bhawanpur police station in #Meerut #UttarPradesh. The sight of the python caused a panic among passersby, and the video has gone viral on… pic.twitter.com/oh2dBt8NPe

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Python heads towards house

The python was reportedly first spotted in fields near the village before making its way towards the residential area.

In videos from the spot, the huge reptile can be seen crawling along the middle of the road before reaching the entrance of a house. As it tried to move inside the property, a man grabbed hold of it and attempted to keep it away from the doorway.

VIRAL: A massive python was spotted crawling through the streets of Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, leaving locals shocked. The snake reached the main entrance of a house before being safely rescued by the Forest Department team. pic.twitter.com/PRUT5zAFeK

— indiainlast24hr (@indiain24hr) August 15, 2026

The sight quickly drew a crowd. Villagers and passersby gathered around the spot, with some watching from a distance while others filmed the snake. The commotion also affected traffic on the road for some time.

Residents eventually managed to prevent the python from entering the house and alerted the Forest Department.

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Forest team rescues snake

Forest officials soon reached the village and began an operation to safely capture the python.

After considerable effort, the forest team, assisted by villagers, successfully secured the snake and moved it away from the residential area.

The python was later released in the Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary area, where it could return to a more suitable natural habitat.

The rescue operation brought relief to residents who had watched anxiously as the giant reptile approached the house.

The incident also highlights how encounters between people and wildlife can occur when animals move out of nearby fields and natural habitats. While the python's size caused considerable alarm among villagers, the animal was eventually rescued without reports of injury to residents.

The videos of the snake's unexpected appearance on the village road have continued to attract attention online, turning a tense local wildlife encounter into a widely shared social media moment.

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Viral Video Shows Wild Elephant Charging At Forest Team In Kerala's Thrissur, 3 Injured

Divya Danu — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:44:32 +0530

Three Forest Department personnel were injured after a wild elephant suddenly charged at them during a patrol in Thumboormuzhy, Thrissur, Kerala, around 6 am on Wednesday. According to local reports, Beat Forest Officer Sachi and forest watchers Natarajan and Manikandan were on night patrol when they reached the area after receiving information that an elephant had breached a solar-powered electric fence. A viral video has been circulating on social media showing the elephant chasing a car.

Three Forest Department personnel were injured after a wild elephant charged at them in Thumboormuzhy, Thrissur, around 6 am on Wednesday.Beat Forest Officer Sachi and forest watchers Natarajan and Manikandan were on night patrol when they reached the area following reports… pic.twitter.com/nRSpIjRCI2

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Officials forced to run for safety

The elephant was moving along the road when it suddenly charged towards the forest officials. Caught off guard, the three personnel ran to safety to escape the animal.

Manikandan suffered a shoulder fracture in the incident, while Sachi and Natarajan also sustained injuries. Further information about their condition was awaited.

A video of the incident has since gone viral on social media, showing the tense encounter between the elephant and the officials.

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Viral video draws mixed reactions

The footage triggered a wide range of reactions online. Some users appeared to be concerned about the forest personnel and their narrow escape, while others criticised the way the situation was being handled.

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Another jokingly told the officials to run more slowly, reflecting the lighter tone seen in some comments. However, the incident also prompted a debate over how wild elephants should be dealt with when they enter areas close to people.

One social media user called for the elephant to be shot, but another strongly challenged the comment, asking what benefit the person themselves provided to society. Another user similarly questioned the value of calling for the animal’s death.

The incident highlights the risks faced by forest personnel while responding to reports of wildlife movement near inhabited or accessible areas.

Officials are expected to assess the situation and monitor the elephant’s movements. Further details about the injured personnel and the animal’s whereabouts were awaited.

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UP Man Throws 11-Month-Old Daughter Into Yamuna, Locals Beat Him After Wife Cries For Help

Divya Danu — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:54:16 +0530

An 11-month-old girl was allegedly thrown into the Yamuna river from a bridge in Agra, Uttar Pradesh by her father following an argument with his wife. The accused, identified as Rinku, was detained after passersby intervened when he allegedly tried to throw his wife into the river. The incident took place on Friday, August 14, under the jurisdiction of Sikandra police station.

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Wife cries for help as man allegedly attacks

According to police, Rinku had reached the bridge on a motorcycle with his wife and their daughter. An argument broke out between the couple during the incident.

Police said Rinku allegedly tried to throw his wife into the Yamuna. She raised an alarm, prompting people passing by to rush to her aid.

The woman was rescued before she could be thrown into the river. Passersby then allegedly overpowered Rinku and beat him at the spot.

A video showing locals assaulting the accused has since surfaced on social media.

Baby missing after being thrown into river

Police said that during the incident, Rinku allegedly threw his 11-month-old daughter into the Yamuna from the bridge. The child had not been located when the police statement was issued. Divers have been deployed and a search-and-rescue operation is under way in the river.

“The rescue operation for the child is on with help of divers,” police confirmed.

The police said the accused has been taken into custody and further legal action is being carried out.

आज दिनांक 14.08.2026 को थाना सिकंदरा पुलिस टीम द्वारा प्राप्त सूचना पर तत्काल मौके पर पहुँचकर जांच की गई। जांच में ज्ञात हुआ कि रिंकू पुत्र लीला द्वारा अपनी लगभग 11 माह की बच्ची को यमुना नदी के पुल से नीचे नदी में फेंक दिया गया। घटना के दौरान आरोपी अपनी पत्नी से भी विवाद कर रहा…

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Police probe domestic dispute angle

Prima facie, police suspect that the incident followed a domestic dispute between Rinku and his wife. Officers reached the spot after receiving information and began investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The police are also examining the circumstances captured in the viral video showing the accused being beaten by locals.

The immediate priority remains locating the missing child. The search operation in the Yamuna is continuing with the help of divers, while investigators are questioning the accused and examining other details of the incident.

Further legal proceedings are under way.

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'Liquor Bust Unlocks Murder Probe': Assam Woman Found Dead in Noida Room, Suspect Nabbed in Bihar

Divya Danu — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 17:36:02 +0530

A murder investigation that began in Noida has taken an unexpected turn nearly 1,000 kilometres away in Katihar, where a man wanted in connection with the death of a young woman was arrested in a separate liquor case. The accused, identified by police as Raman Raj, is a resident of Katihar in Bihar. Noida Police had been searching for him after the body of a woman, identified as Mahek Ahmed, was found inside his rented room in the Barola area.

Raman was subsequently arrested by Katihar Police in connection with an alleged liquor offence. Noida Police have now reached Katihar and are following the required legal process to seek his custody for questioning in the murder investigation, according to a report by Aaj Tak.

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The night before Mahek’s body was found

Mahek, who was from Assam, lived with her friend in room number 13 of a rented building in Barola. Raman lived on the same floor in room number 23. Police said the two knew each other and were friends.

According to Mahek’s roommate, the two were seen together during the night of August 7 and 8. The woman allegedly saw Mahek and Raman drinking on Raman’s balcony.

They reportedly had a bottle of liquor, a bottle of water and chips with them and spent some time talking. Later, both went inside Raman’s room.

The next morning, Mahek’s roommate noticed that she was missing from their room. She called her phone, but it was switched off.

The roommate then went towards Raman’s room and found its door locked. Raman’s phone was also unreachable, raising suspicion.

The building owner, Sarthak Bansal, was informed about the situation. A caretaker subsequently broke open the lock.

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Body found inside locked room

When the door was opened, people reportedly noticed a strong smell coming from inside. Mahek’s body was found lying on the floor. Police said it was covered in blood.

The police were immediately informed and reached the building to begin their investigation.

Two major questions confronted investigators: how had Mahek ended up inside Raman’s room, and where had Raman gone?

Police questioned Mahek’s roommate and other people living in the building. Their statements reportedly strengthened suspicion around Raman.

A murder case was registered at Sector 49 police station in Noida on August 10, following which police began searching for him.

By then, however, Raman had allegedly left Noida.

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From Noida to his hometown

Investigators traced Raman’s movements and learnt that he had travelled towards Katihar, his hometown in Bihar.

However, his arrival in Katihar brought another unexpected development.

Bihar has prohibition on alcohol. During a police patrol, personnel from Katihar Nagar Police allegedly spotted Raman near Phulwari Kali Mandir Pokhar.

Police said five bottles of liquor were recovered from him. He was arrested and a case was registered against him under the state’s liquor prohibition laws.

At that stage, Katihar Police were dealing with a liquor case, while Noida Police were searching for the same man in connection with a murder investigation.

The two cases came together when Noida Police learnt that Raman was already in custody in Katihar.

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Noida Police reach Katihar

A Noida Police team subsequently travelled to Katihar to take the investigation forward.

However, Raman cannot simply be taken from Bihar to Uttar Pradesh because he is already in custody in another case. The Noida team must complete the necessary court and judicial procedures before obtaining his custody.

Police are therefore pursuing the required process to seek his remand for questioning in connection with the Noida murder case.

Katihar DSP Vishal Anand said Raman had been arrested in the liquor case and that Noida Police had reached Katihar in connection with the murder investigation. He also said Katihar Police were cooperating with the Noida team.

What happened inside the room?

Several questions remain unanswered.

Investigators will need to establish exactly what happened after Mahek entered Raman’s room that night. They will also have to determine how she died, whether she was attacked, what may have led to her death and whether anyone else was involved.

Police are also expected to examine Raman’s movements after the incident and the route he took from Noida to Katihar.

The discovery of Mahek’s body and Raman’s absence from the room are central parts of the investigation so far. However, the allegations against him have not been established in court and remain subject to police investigation and judicial proceedings.

For now, a case that began with the discovery of a young woman’s body in a rented room in Noida has moved to Katihar, where police are waiting for the legal process to allow them to question the man they suspect in the case.

His questioning could provide crucial leads about what happened on the night of August 7 and 8 and help investigators piece together the circumstances surrounding Mahek’s death.

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Road Rage On Haridwar-Rishikesh Route: Thar Runs Over Bus Driver, Others After Argument On Overtaking (WATCH)

Divya Danu — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:25:38 +0530

A bus driver was injured after a Thar driver allegedly ran his vehicle over him following an argument on Motichur flyover on the Haridwar-Rishikesh road in Uttarakhand on Thursday evening. The incident reportedly began when the bus and Thar narrowly avoided a collision during an overtaking attempt while travelling across the flyover. The bus driver then stopped and asked the Thar driver to drive carefully, reportedly warning him that careless driving could lead to a serious accident.

"थार" महज एक कार नहीं रहाबल्कि एक हथियार बन चुका है.थार चलने वाले,आतंकवादी बन चुके हैं...ऋषिकेश-हरिद्वार मार्ग पर मोतीचूर फ्लाईओवर पर एक थार चालक ने एक मेडिकल कॉलेज के छात्रों और बस चालक को कुचलने का प्रयास किया... मेडिकल छात्रों को लेकर बस हरिद्वार की ओर जा रही थी. एक थार… pic.twitter.com/7QpBjNFrbB

— Ruby Arun रूबी अरुण (@arunruby08) August 14, 2026

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Argument turns violent

According to the complaint, the exchange soon turned into an argument. During the confrontation, the Thar driver allegedly suddenly accelerated and struck the bus driver and others before driving over him, according to a report by Dainik Bhaskar.

#हरिद्वार में थार चालक की दबंगई!⏩️ मोतीचूर फ्लाईओवर पर थार चालक की दबंगई सामने आई⏩️ बस चालक ने धीरे चलने की सलाह दी तो विवाद हुआ⏩️ आरोप है, थार चालक ने बस ड्राइवर को कुचलने की कोशिश की⏩️ घटना का वीडियो सोशल मीडिया पर तेजी से वायरल है⏩️ घायल बस चालक को अस्पताल… pic.twitter.com/lPqnrIcgUW

— Mahua Khabar (@MahuaKhabarr) August 14, 2026

The incident caused panic among people in the area. The bus driver suffered injuries and was taken to a hospital by people nearby. He is currently undergoing treatment.

The Thar driver allegedly fled the spot immediately after the incident.

A video of the incident has since surfaced on social media and is being widely shared. The footage reportedly shows the Thar hitting the bus driver during the confrontation as several people can be seen surrounding the vehicle.

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Police investigate video

The incident is reportedly from the Raiwala police station area. A case has been registered at Raiwala police station, and police have begun investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Investigators are examining the viral video to establish exactly what happened before and during the alleged attack. They are also checking CCTV footage from cameras installed around the flyover and nearby areas.

Police are trying to identify the Thar driver and trace the vehicle. They are also investigating who was driving the vehicle at the time of the incident.

The exact reason for the argument and whether there were any other factors behind the confrontation are also being examined.

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Road safety concerns raised

The incident has raised fresh concerns about aggressive behaviour on busy roads and the way minor disputes between drivers can quickly escalate.

A disagreement that reportedly began after a near collision ended with one driver allegedly using his vehicle against another person. The incident has shocked people because it took place on a busy flyover used by vehicles travelling between Haridwar and Rishikesh.

Police are expected to get a clearer picture of the incident after identifying and questioning the accused driver. Further details will emerge as the investigation progresses.

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Child Cries As Woman Is Beaten Over Theft Allegation In Bengal; Video Sparks Mob Justice Debate

Divya Danu — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:07:48 +0530

A video showing a woman being beaten in public while holding a small child has triggered strong reactions on social media. The incident is reportedly from the Sealdah-Krishnanagar Marg area of West Bengal. The woman appears to have been accused of theft. However, there is no independent confirmation that she actually stole anything. The video shows a man repeatedly hitting the woman as she holds the child in her arms. At one point, he appears to use his feet to hit her. The child can be heard crying during the assault.

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An older woman, who appears to be making or supporting the theft allegation, is also seen near the woman during the incident.

Video sparks questions over public assault

The footage has led to widespread criticism of the decision to confront and assault the woman instead of approaching the police if a theft was suspected.

Several social media users said that even if the woman had committed a crime, it was not for members of the public to punish her. They argued that the matter should have been reported to the authorities and dealt with through the law.

Some viewers also expressed distress over the child being present throughout the alleged assault. Others questioned why people recording the incident did not intervene or seek immediate help.

A few commenters, however, claimed that the theft allegation could be genuine and referred to concerns about begging and theft. Those claims remain unverified.

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Calls for police action

Some users tagged the West Bengal Police, Kolkata Police and the Railway Protection Force on social media, asking authorities to identify those involved and take action.

Heartbreaking: Being Poor Means You Can Be Beaten Without ProofA poor woman with her child in her lap was accused of theft without any proof at Sealdah-Krishnanagar Marg in West Bengal. Instead of calling the RPF, a man took the law into his own hands and beat her. Being poor… pic.twitter.com/KSFXNaJwwG

— Ramesh Tiwari (@rameshofficial0) August 10, 2026

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One commenter said the incident was not about whether the woman was poor or wealthy, but about the wider problem of people taking the law into their own hands.

Another user said that even if someone is suspected of stealing, the appropriate response is to contact the police rather than assault them.

At present, details about the woman’s identity, the alleged theft and whether any formal complaint or case has been registered are not clear from the information available.

The video has nevertheless reignited debate over mob justice, public violence and the treatment of vulnerable people, particularly when a child is present.

Tiger In Sight, Safety Out Of Mind: Viral Tadoba Video Sparks Debate Over Public Behaviour Around Wildlife (WATCH)

Divya Danu — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:28:25 +0530

A viral video from a road near Maharashtra’s Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve has sparked concern over public behaviour after several people were seen getting dangerously close to a tiger to take photographs and record videos. The footage shows people stepping out of their vehicles despite the presence of the big wild cat. Some of the men appear keen to get a closer look and capture the encounter on their phones.

जंगल सफारी पर गए थे... या रील शूट करने?बाघ दिखा तो लोग गाडियों से उतरकर उसके पास पहुंच गए...!कुछ लाइक्स के लिए अपनी जान भी दांव पर... और बाघ की भीमहाराष्ट्र की ताडोबा जंगल सफारी.... pic.twitter.com/j3lIIVm8LX

— Archana Pushpendra (@archanapsp) August 13, 2026

Several wildlife enthusiasts have strongly criticised the behaviour, saying a tiger sighting should not become an opportunity to chase the perfect selfie or social media video.

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Wildlife safety rules ignored

During a situation of a wildlife sighting, a person is expected to remain calm and maintain a safe distance from wild animals. Stepping out near a tiger can put people at serious risk while also disturbing the animal.

The incident has prompted calls for people to follow forest and safari rules and allow animals to move freely without interference.

The concern is not limited to the latest video. A similar incident was reported in the Tadoba area in March, when a tiger was seen trying to cross the Mohurli-Chandrapur road.

Former Uttar Pradesh minister IP Singh shared a post on X about the incident, criticising the behaviour of people who gathered around the tiger. His comments also drew support from people who said such actions showed a lack of respect for wildlife.

ताडोबा के पास मोहुर्ली–चंद्रपुर रोड पर एक बाघ सड़क पार करने की कोशिश करता दिख रहा है। जिसके बाद अफरा-तफरी मच गई।दिलचस्प यह कि बाघ से ज्यादा राहगीर ही बेकाबू हो गये और अपना असली व्यवहार दिखा बैठे।महाराष्ट्र सरकार जंगली जानवरों से जनता को दूर रखे उनके जीवन में खलल बन्द करे।… pic.twitter.com/dsktPfpkjX

— I.P. Singh (@IPSinghSp) March 16, 2026

Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve is located in Maharashtra’s Chandrapur district and is known for its tiger population.

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Tourists fined in similar incident

A similar case was reported in Tamil Nadu in November 2024, when three tourists were fined Rs 15,000 after they allegedly stepped out of their vehicle in the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve and chased a herd of deer.

Forest officials traced the vehicle after the incident was recorded on video and took action against those involved.

Wildlife tourism needs responsible behaviour

Wildlife tourism offers visitors an opportunity to observe animals in their natural surroundings, but experts and enthusiasts have repeatedly stressed the importance of keeping a respectful distance.

The latest Tadoba video has once again raised questions about whether the race for dramatic photographs and viral reels is encouraging visitors to ignore basic safety rules.

महाराष्ट्र के ताडोबा में Tiger दिखते ही पर्यटकों ने भूले Safety Rules!बाघ को करीब से देखने और फोटो-वीडियो बनाने के लिए पर्यटक गाड़ियों से नीचे उतर गए। इस लापरवाही से उनकी ही नहीं, बल्कि बाघ की सुरक्षा भी खतरे में पड़ गई।#TigerSighting #WildlifeSafety #ViralVideo #kadak pic.twitter.com/PbAz8hYjt8

— Kadak (@itskadak) August 13, 2026

A close encounter may make for an eye-catching video, but disturbing a wild animal can have serious consequences for both the animal and the people around it.

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'If Fees Increase, Give Us Kaju Katli': Boy's Hilarious Independence Day Speech Over '2-Laddoo Rule' Goes Viral

Divya Danu — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:53:21 +0530

An Independence Day celebration at a school took an unexpectedly hilarious turn when a young student used his stage speech to raise a very serious question, why do students still get only two laddoos? A video of the boy speaking into a microphone has gone viral on social media, with viewers praising his confidence, comic timing and unusual choice of topic.

80वें स्वतंत्रता दिवस पर छात्र की खुली चेतावनी!"या तो स्कूल प्रशासन इस 'दो लड्डू' के पुराने रिवाज़ को तुरंत बदले, नहीं तो इस बार आंदोलन पढ़ाई पर नहीं, सीधे मिठाई पर होगा!जंतर-मंतर पर धरना देने के लिए तैयार रहें।"बच्चे ने लॉजिक देते हुए कहा— "अगर स्कूल वालों ने महंगाई की… pic.twitter.com/ametBAbXrQ

— Arjun Chaudharyy (@Arjun5chaudhary) August 16, 2026

Instead of delivering a conventional Independence Day speech, the student took aim at the school’s long-standing tradition of distributing just two laddoos to students during the celebrations.

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“So much has changed in the country, but the ritual of the schools to give just 2 laddoos has not changed yet,” he says in the video.

देश के अन्दर इतना कुछ बदल गया है लेकिन ये स्कूल वालों का दो लड्डू देने का रिवाज़ अभी तक नहीं बदला।आज भारत 80वा स्तंत्रता दिवस मना रहा है लेकिन ये अभी भी दो लड्डुओं से काम चला रहे हैं! pic.twitter.com/3IEAFRbRfs

— Mukhtar Shaikh (@MukhtarUddin70) August 16, 2026

'If one laddoo increased every year…'

The boy then connected his laddoo complaint with India’s 80 years of Independence and rising inflation. He jokingly argued that if schools had increased the number of laddoos by even one every year, students would now be taking around 80 laddoos home.

His argument did not stop there.

He compared the number of sweets with the way schools increase their syllabus and fees. If schools can keep increasing those every year, he suggested, students should at least receive a full box of kaju katli (cashew nut sweets) in return.

The comparison drew laughter and applause from people watching the speech.

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'Laddoo lovers will go to Jantar Mantar'

The student then delivered his biggest punchline.

He warned school authorities to change their 'old system', otherwise the laddoo-loving students would head to Delhi’s Jantar Mantar to protest.

But this time, he joked, that the protest would not be about education or exams.

It would be about sweets.

The unusual speech appeared to amuse everyone in the audience. Students can be seen laughing and applauding, while teachers and other adults also appeared to enjoy the boy’s performance.

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Social media joins the laddoo debate

The video has sparked a flood of funny reactions online.

Some users called the boy’s demand completely justified, while others joked that schools should distribute five kilograms of sweets to every student.

One commenter said the boy had raised an important issue, while another joked that some schools do not even give a single laddoo.

Others focused on his comparison between rising fees and unchanged sweets. One social media user quipped and agreed with him that inflation had changed dramatically over the years, but the school’s two-laddoo tradition had remained exactly the same.

The comments also included jokes about whether schools could afford to give sweets to large numbers of students.

Nevertheless, the appeal of the video was the child’s confidence and his ability to turn an ordinary Independence Day speech into a light-hearted performance that had the entire audience laughing.

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Video Surfaces After MCD Worker Stabbed To Death On Duty In Delhi, Family Seeks Justice

Divya Danu — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:54:06 +0530

A 27-year-old Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) sanitation worker was allegedly stabbed to death while on duty in Delhi’s Kalyanpuri, with CCTV footage reportedly capturing the fatal attack. The deceased has been identified as Anil Kumar. According to the initial information, Anil was carrying out his routine sanitation work when he was allegedly attacked with a knife. The accused fled the spot after the incident.

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Warning Disturbing Content कल्याण पूरी में MCD सफ़ाई कर्मचारी की चाकूओं से गोद गोद कर हत्या। pic.twitter.com/m1eeYmrmeW

— Sagar Kumar “Sudarshan News” (@KumaarSaagar) August 16, 2026

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Police reached the area after receiving information and began investigating the circumstances surrounding the killing. Investigators are examining CCTV footage and other evidence to identify and trace the accused.

The incident has sparked concern in the locality, while Anil’s family has demanded that the attacker be arrested at the earliest.

पूर्वी दिल्ली के कल्याणपुरी इलाके में सफाई कर्मचारी की चाकू मारकर हत्या किए जाने से सनसनी फैल गई। बताया जा रहा है कि वारदात के बाद आरोपी मौके से फरार हो गया। pic.twitter.com/Ip2kdOfZUN

— media_sunilkumar (@sunilkhimachali) August 16, 2026

Family told Anil had met with an accident

Anil’s sister, Sunita, said the family initially received a call informing them that he had met with an accident.

She rushed to the location, only to discover that her brother had allegedly been murdered.

“I just received a call saying he had met with an accident and I should come here,” Sunita said, describing the shock of reaching the spot and learning that Anil had been killed with a knife.

She said Anil had simply gone to work and was performing his official duty when he was attacked. “He had simply gone to work; he was on duty. Someone came up from behind and killed him,” she said.

Sunita appealed for justice, stressing that her brother was only 27 and worked for the MCD.

The family has demanded the immediate arrest of the accused and strict legal action.

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CCTV footage being examined

Police are now examining CCTV footage from the area, which reportedly shows the accused stabbing Anil. Officers are also questioning people who may have witnessed the incident and collecting other evidence.

Investigators are working to establish the exact sequence of events and determine what led to the attack.

The motive behind the killing is also being investigated. Police are expected to establish whether the accused acted alone or whether anyone else was involved.

At present, the identity and motive of the attacker have not been officially established.

Political leaders condemn killing

The killing has also triggered political reactions, with leaders from both the BJP and AAP condemning the incident and raising concerns about the safety of sanitation workers.

BJP MLA Ravi Kant said sanitation workers perform an important role, often working during the early hours when much of Delhi is asleep.

He condemned the attack and said those responsible should face legal action. He also expressed condolences to Anil’s family, saying the victim’s real tribute would come when the perpetrator was arrested and brought before the law.

AAP MLA Kuldeep Kumar also condemned the killing and questioned the safety of poor and working-class people.

He alleged that criminals were becoming increasingly emboldened in Delhi and referred to the capital as the “crime capital”. He specifically raised concerns about Kalyanpuri and demanded action against those responsible.

Kuldeep Kumar also called for compensation for Anil’s family and stronger measures to prevent similar incidents.

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(With inputs from agencies)

Banned Chinese Manjha Slits Delivery Worker's Throat on Ghaziabad NH-9, Horrific Video Surfaces

Divya Danu — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:45:02 +0530

A 25-year-old delivery worker died in Ghaziabad after a sharp Chinese manjha cut his neck while he was riding a motorcycle on National Highway-9 with a friend on Saturday evening. The incident took place in the Kaushambi police station area as the two men were travelling towards Delhi's Ghazipur.

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सिस्टम और सरकार पर सवाल.. चाइनीज मांझा बना काल !गाजियाबाद में एनएच-9 पर 15 अगस्त की शाम चाइनीज मांझे की चपेट में आने से बाइक सवार युवक की दर्दनाक मौत हो गई..ये युवक अपने दोस्त के साथ दिल्ली में गाजीपुर जा रहा था। दोनों नोएडा के सेक्टर-43 कट से एनएच 9 पर चढ़े थे, जहां बाइक चला… pic.twitter.com/0zXvRkt7VX

— UJJWAL DOBHAL (@UjjwalDobhal) August 16, 2026

#गाजियाबाद में NH-9 पर एक दर्दनाक हादसा हुआ है। यहां प्रतिबंधित चाइनीज मांझे ने एक और जिंदगी खत्म कर दी। बाइक से जाते समय मांझा युवक की गर्दन में उलझ गया। जिससे उसकी गर्दन बुरी तरह से कट गई और उसकी मौके पर ही मौत हो गई।मृतक की पहचान रवि राज के रूप में हुई है। @Uppolice pic.twitter.com/y3eUtvAZbF

— Journalist Ravendra kumar (@Chhotukingoffi1) August 16, 2026

The deceased, identified as Raviraj, was a native of Khagaria in Bihar and lived in a rented accommodation in Behlampur, Sector 63, Noida. He worked as an online delivery worker, according to a Dainik Bhaskar report.

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Manjha caught Raviraj's neck on NH-9

According to police, Raviraj had gone out on his motorcycle with his friend Naresh on Saturday. Raviraj was riding the bike while Naresh was seated behind him. Both men had travelled from Noida and were heading towards Ghazipur in Delhi.

They entered NH-9 from the Sector 43 cut when the manjha suddenly became entangled around Raviraj's neck.

The motorcycle was moving at speed, and the sharp string caused a deep cut to his neck. The injury was so severe that, according to doctors, the cut reached the bone in his neck.

Raviraj's neck was left badly injured and he began bleeding heavily. Blood reportedly spread across the highway.

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Friend and passers-by tried to save him

Naresh somehow managed to bring the motorcycle under control and raised an alarm for help. He and some people who stopped at the spot tried to support Raviraj's neck and control the bleeding.

A cloth was tied around his neck in an attempt to stem the bleeding before police arrived.

After receiving information about the incident, Kaushambi police reached the spot and rushed Raviraj to Max Hospital in Vaishali. However, doctors declared him dead after examination.

ACP Indirapuram Suryabali Maurya also reached the hospital after being informed about the incident, the Dainik Bhaskar report added.

Doctors told police that Raviraj had suffered a wound around 5 cm deep on his neck and that the injury had also cut the underlying bone.

His family later took the body to Noida and reportedly declined a post-mortem examination.

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Chinese manjha remains a deadly threat

The Ghaziabad incident is the latest in a series of serious injuries and deaths linked to banned Chinese manjha in Uttar Pradesh.

In December 2025, a young man travelling home on a motorcycle in Lucknow suffered a severe neck injury after getting caught in Chinese manjha. Doctors saved his life after putting seven stitches in his neck.

In Shahjahanpur, 26-year-old Ravi Sharma died in October 2025 after Chinese manjha became entangled around his neck while he was travelling with his wife. A month earlier, 28-year-old Salman died in Aligarh after the string caught his neck while he was riding a scooter to his shop.

In July 2025, Amit Gupta suffered serious injuries in Gorakhpur when Chinese manjha caught his neck while he was travelling with his mother. Four blood vessels were reportedly cut in the incident.

Earlier in January 2025, Shahjahanpur police constable Shahrukh Hasan died after suffering a severe neck injury from Chinese manjha while travelling to duty.

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Why Chinese manjha is so dangerous

Chinese manjha, also commonly called plastic manjha, is different from traditional cotton kite string. It is generally made using synthetic material such as nylon and can be coated with abrasive material, making it extremely sharp and difficult to break.

When stretched across roads, the nearly invisible string can pose a serious danger to motorcyclists, cyclists, pedestrians and animals. A rider travelling at speed may have little or no time to spot it before it catches the neck or another exposed part of the body.

The string can cause deep cuts and, in serious cases, fatal injuries.

Chinese manjha is banned, but still sold

The National Green Tribunal banned the manufacture, sale, storage, purchase and use of nylon and synthetic manjha across India in 2017. Uttar Pradesh has also enforced restrictions on Chinese manjha.

Despite the ban, the string continues to be sold illegally in several places, leading to repeated accidents.

Violations can attract action under environmental laws, including penalties under the Environment (Protection) Act. Authorities have also taken action against shops found selling banned manjha, including sealing premises in some cases.

Girls Lured Through Social Media For Spa Jobs, 10 Rescued In Delhi Police Probe

Divya Danu — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:34:45 +0530

The Delhi Police has busted an alleged interstate human trafficking syndicate that targeted vulnerable women and girls through social media, promising them well-paid jobs and a better lifestyle at spa centres. Police said 10 victims were rescued from Delhi, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh during the investigation, which began after a 15-year-old girl went missing from Dakshin Puri on May 9.

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Missing girl leads police to Gujarat

The girl’s mother approached Ambedkar Nagar police station after she went missing, following which a case was registered. During the investigation, police found that the teenager had allegedly been contacted through social media and lured with promises of a lucrative job. She was then allegedly taken out of Delhi.

Technical surveillance and analysis of digital evidence helped investigators trace her to Mundra in Gujarat’s Kutch district.

A police team travelled to Mundra in a private vehicle and, with assistance from local police, rescued the girl from a spa operating out of a hotel.

The alleged spa owner, 31-year-old Damani Sushil Haresh alias Sushil, and 20-year-old receptionist Lakshay were arrested. Two juveniles were also apprehended during the operation.

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Seven girls rescued in Ballia

The investigation then took police to Ballia in Uttar Pradesh, where seven girls were rescued from another spa centre.

Police arrested two alleged operators, identified as Monu Sharma and Sanjeev Maurya, in connection with the case.

Two more girls were later rescued from a premises in Ganesh Nagar, Delhi. A 27-year-old woman allegedly running the premises was also arrested.

Police said the victims were allegedly identified through social media platforms and personal contacts. The accused allegedly offered them attractive salaries, accommodation and employment at spa centres before moving them between states.

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Syndicate had multiple roles

According to investigators, the alleged network had a structured operation involving recruiters, coordinators, transporters and spa operators who worked together for financial gain.

Police said victims were allegedly transported from Delhi to different states and handed over to spa operators linked to the syndicate.

Apart from the six people arrested, investigators have identified Vinay alias Mahadev as an alleged Delhi-based coordinator. He is accused of arranging transportation, accommodation and other logistics.

Another alleged associate, Prince, who reportedly helped transport victims, remains absconding.

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Juveniles treated as victims

Police said three juveniles were apprehended during the operation. After examining their statements, investigators treated two of them as victims and registered a separate FIR.

The investigation is continuing to establish the full network, identify other people involved and trace those who remain absconding.

Police said digital evidence and other leads are being examined to determine how many vulnerable women and girls may have been targeted by the alleged syndicate.

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(With inputs from agencies)

Raebareli Hospital Turns Into 'Swimming Pool' After Heavy Rain, Patients Struggle

Divya Danu — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:46:37 +0530

Heavy rain on Sunday turned parts of the Bachhrawan Community Health Centre in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh, into a waterlogged zone, exposing serious problems with the hospital’s drainage system. Water reportedly entered the hospital compound as well as several rooms, with the level reaching around a foot in some areas. Patients and their attendants were forced to move through the water while trying to access different parts of the health centre.

उत्तर प्रदेश: रायबरेली का सरकारी हॉस्पिटल आज की बारिश के बाद स्विमिंग पूल बन गया !! pic.twitter.com/dOD9fh6AJB

— Sachin Gupta (@Sachingupta) August 16, 2026

#UttarPradesh Model Exposed: #Raebareli's government hospital turned into a swimming pool after today's rain!! pic.twitter.com/yE9NTs9jNT

— Siraj Noorani (@sirajnoorani) August 16, 2026

The waterlogging also affected important areas including the Jan Aushadhi centre, superintendent’s office and auditorium, according to a Dainik Bhaskar report.

Maternity ward among worst affected

The maternity and newborn ward was reportedly one of the worst-hit sections. Dirty rainwater spread across the floor while pregnant women and newborn babies remained on their beds.

The stagnant water also reportedly caused a foul smell inside the ward. Patients and their families expressed concern over hygiene and the possibility of infections, particularly for mothers and newborn children.

Health-related work at the centre was also affected, while patients arriving at the facility had to make their way through the accumulated water.

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Patients complain of recurring problem

Patients and attendants said waterlogging is not a new problem at the health centre. They claimed that even relatively light rain can leave parts of the hospital flooded because of inadequate drainage.

Sunday’s heavy rainfall made the situation considerably worse, with water spreading across several sections of the facility.

The condition prompted patients and local residents to demand a permanent solution rather than temporary measures after every spell of rain. They have urged hospital authorities and concerned officials to repair the drainage system at the earliest.

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Hospital promises corrective action

CHC superintendent Arpita acknowledged that heavy rainfall had caused water to enter the wards.

She said the drainage arrangements would be repaired soon.

Uttar Pradesh witnessed heavy rain.

रायबरेली के बछरांवा के सरकारी अस्पताल में बारिश के बाद हुआ जलभराव तो सपा नेताओं ने किया जल सत्याग्रह @yadavakhilesh @brajeshpathakup pic.twitter.com/C2QGuei81n

— Anubhav Swaroop (@SwaroopAnubhav) August 16, 2026

The incident also triggered a protest by Samajwadi Party workers, who raised concerns over the hospital’s condition after the heavy rain. They demanded that government officials improve basic infrastructure at public healthcare facilities and ensure patients receive treatment in clean, safe and hygienic surroundings.

The patients at Bachhrawan CHC, urged for an immediate clearing the water and restoring normal conditions inside the hospital. With the maternity ward also affected, residents are now seeking a lasting drainage solution so that the health centre does not turn into a waterlogged facility every time heavy rain hits the area.

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'Gen Alpha's Harmful Trend': Mother's Viral Video Over 'Birthday Bumps' Sparks Debate Among Parents

Divya Danu — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:59:38 +0530

A mother’s complaint over 'birthday bumps' given to her children has sparked a debate online, as parents question whether hitting children in the name of celebration has gone too far. In a viral video circulating on social media, the woman shows her son’s reddened back as his father applies ice to it. She says the child was hit by friends as part of a birthday ritual.

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"Gen Alpha ka wrong trend", she says, questioning what joy children get from hurting someone on their birthday.

The mother says she is not claiming her children are innocent. She admits her son may have taken part in similar birthday hitting before and says he may have beaten another child on their birthday.

She also says her daughter (a twin) had a similarly red back after being subjected to the same practice.

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'This must stop'

The woman says she has never hit her children and is upset to see their backs reddened by a tradition she considers cruel. She says a 12-year-old girl was among those who hit her son and asks how often children will be expected to endure such treatment as they grow older.

She calls on children to stop the practice at schools, coaching centres and housing societies. She urges parents to pay closer attention to birthday celebrations.

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The mother tells her children that they must neither hit others nor accept being hit themselves. She says she will not tolerate them taking part in what she describes as a harmful trend.

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Social media divided over the ritual

The video has drawn a mixed response. Some users backed the mother and said birthday hitting should not be treated as harmless fun. Some parents described seeing children pounce on birthday boys or girls, hit their backs and leave them in pain.

One commenter recalled a 10-year-old being surrounded by children after a cake-cutting, slammed down and hit repeatedly. The commenter said the child was left crying with a red back while his father applied ice.

Others, however, argued that the practice is not new and should not be blamed on Gen Alpha. Users said they had experienced 'birthday bumps' during their school, college or hostel years. Some joked about having survived much harsher versions of the ritual.

The discussion has shifted beyond generations. While some users see birthday bumps as an old tradition, the viral video also renewed questions about consent, peer pressure and where playful celebration should end and physical harm should begin.

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UP Shocker! Man Pleads For Life As Youth Attacks Him With Sword In Gorakhpur; Horrific Video Surfaces

Divya Danu — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:51:39 +0530

A 52-year-old electricity department contractor was allegedly chased and attacked with a sword by a minor in Uttar Pradesh’s Gorakhpur, with a video of the brutal killing emerging on social media days after the incident. The victim, identified as Shivkumar Tripathi, was attacked on August 8 in the Sikriganj area. Police said eight people have been arrested in connection with the murder.

Contractor attacked during family feast

According to police, Tripathi, a resident of Ahirauli village, had gone there to attend a Brahm Bhoj on August 8, according to a report by Dainik Bhaskar. He was sitting on the ground and having food when Rahul Chaudhary, 30, allegedly attacked him from behind with a sharp-edged weapon.

Tripathi suffered serious injuries and fell to the ground. People present at the spot intervened, following which the attackers initially left.

Family members of the hosts then put Tripathi in an auto-rickshaw and began taking him to hospital. However, police said Rahul and seven others stopped the vehicle on the way.

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गोरखपुर से आया यह वीडियो बहुत ही भयावह है!!कैसे शिव कुमार तिवारी नामक व्यक्ति की एक युवक ने तलवार से हमला कर कर के हत्या कर दी!!फिलहाल आरोपी को गिरफ्तार कर लिया गया है,लेकिन गिरफ्तारी काफी नहीं होनी चाहिए, ऐसे आरोपियों का सिर्फ एनकाउंटर होना चाहिए, pic.twitter.com/MoxxzjSv3q

— Samrat Verma ️ (@samrat_verma72) August 12, 2026

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The group allegedly carried sticks and sharp-edged weapons. Villagers reportedly tried to intervene, but the accused allegedly pulled Tripathi out of the vehicle and took him around 200 metres away.

Police said a minor brother of one of the accused then arrived carrying a sword and allegedly attacked Tripathi. The victim was killed in the assault. A person present at the spot recorded the incident on video.

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Video shows victim pleading for his life

The video, which surfaced on Tuesday evening, allegedly shows the minor chasing Tripathi on the road and repeatedly attacking him with a sword.

At one point, Tripathi can be seen joining his hands and appearing to plead with the attacker to spare him. The assault continues before the accused allegedly leaves after believing that the contractor was dead.

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यूपी के गोरखपुर में,पुरानी रंजिश के कारण शिव कुमार तिवारी को पहले भोज में निमंत्रित किया गया,जब वह भोजन कर रहे थे तब पीछे से धार दार हथियार से वार किया गया घायल को टैंपो में लादकर अस्पताल ले जाया जारहा था।आरोपियों ने टैंपो रोक कर उनको तलवार से काट डाला। पुलिस की जांच जारी है। pic.twitter.com/HcYukc8Y4e

— Tejbahadur Mishra (@MshraTejba49359) August 12, 2026

The footage was posted on Facebook on August 11 by Vishwajeet Tripathi, a local councillor and lawyer from Betiahata. He alleged that police pressured him to delete the video.

Police officials reportedly reached the court and attempted to take him to the police station. The move was opposed by lawyers, after which the police left.

Murder linked to old rivalry

Police said the murder appears to be linked to an old dispute between the two sides.

According to the investigation, Rahul Chaudhary’s cousin, Aadesh Chaudhary, was murdered in 2024. Some members of Tripathi’s family had reportedly been named in connection with that case.

Police suspect the alleged past rivalry led to the latest attack. Local residents also said hostility had continued between the families since Aadesh’s murder.

Eight arrested, station officer removed

SSP Dr Kaustubh said all eight accused had been arrested and sent to jail. He also ordered Sikriganj police station in-charge Anjul Chaturvedi to be sent to the police lines with immediate effect over alleged negligence.

Police said action under the National Security Act (NSA) was also being considered against the accused.

Tripathi lived in Gorakhpur city with his wife, while his family remained in the village. His son, Aditya Tripathi, is a lawyer practising at the Gorakhpur Civil Court.

Police said the investigation is continuing to establish the precise roles of all those arrested and the circumstances surrounding the killing.

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Akhilesh Yadav condemns act

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav condemned the brutal sword attack on a youth in Gorakhpur, saying the incident showed the 'true face' of crime in Uttar Pradesh. In a post on X, Yadav questioned how criminals could be so emboldened in Gorakhpur, the state’s main city, and alleged that such offenders were thriving under political patronage.

ये है उप्र में अपराध का सच्चा चेहरा। जब मुख्य नगरी गोरखपुर में अपराधियों के हौसले इतने बुलंद हैं तो समझ सकते हैं किसके प्रश्रय में ऐसे दुर्दांत अपराधी पल-पनप रहे हैं। pic.twitter.com/dYB4ulduht

— Akhilesh Yadav (@yadavakhilesh) August 12, 2026

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'Nothing Is More Important Than Life': Viral Video Of Students Fainting in Assam Heat Sparks Outrage

Divya Danu — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 19:12:39 +0530

Several students taking part in an Independence Day parade in Assam's Goalpara reportedly fainted amid scorching heat, turning preparations for the August 15 celebrations into a worrying scene. The incident took place at the JTS playground in Goalpara, where students had gathered for the parade ahead of the 80th Independence Day celebrations. Videos showing children collapsing during the event have since circulated widely on social media, prompting questions about the arrangements made for participants.

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Students collapse during parade

According to reports, several students became unwell and fell unconscious while taking part in the march. The intense heat appeared to make conditions difficult for those standing and marching outdoors for extended periods.

The affected students were promptly taken to hospital in ambulances arranged by the district administration. Further details about their medical condition were not immediately available.

The incident has triggered a debate online, with many users questioning whether students should have been made to remain outdoors for long periods in such hot weather.

As the video went viral, some social media users said parade timings should be shifted to earlier in the morning, when temperatures are lower. Others called for adequate drinking water, electrolytes, shade and medical support to be arranged before such events.

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Viral video sparks debate over safety

The videos have led to a heated discussion about the balance between traditional Independence Day celebrations and the safety of children.

Several users criticised the organisers, arguing that students should not be expected to stand in direct sunlight for long periods. Some also questioned whether long speeches by dignitaries could contribute to students spending more time outdoors.

One commenter said children should not be treated like military cadets, while another suggested that speeches should be kept short when temperatures are high. Another emphasised that 'nothing is more important than a student's life.'

At the same time, some users defended the tradition of school parades and said participating students often take pride in representing their schools and the country. Others argued that taking part should be voluntary and that adequate precautions should be in place regardless.

Calls for better arrangements

The incident also led to calls for organisers to put children's health first during outdoor events held in extreme weather.

Suggestions raised online included scheduling parades earlier, ensuring easy access to drinking water and medical teams, providing shaded areas and stopping proceedings immediately if participants begin showing signs of heat-related illness.

The Goalpara viral video also prompted wider discussion about whether traditional event schedules need to be adapted to increasingly hot weather.