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Raipur: 55-Year-Old Ansari Lures 5-Year-Old Girl with Chocolates, Rapes Her 5 Days, Arrested After Threats Exposed

January 15, 2026

Raipur shopkeeper, 55, raped 5-year-old neighbour with chocolate lures, threats; arrested after her pain revelation.

Kite Flying Turns Fatal as Chinese Manjha Kills Four On Makar Sankranti Across Indian States: Reports

January 15, 2026

At least four people died on Makar Sankranti as illegal nylon kite strings caused fatal injuries across India.

Second Fire in Two Days at Prayagraj’s Magh Mela Triggers Panic, Raises Safety Concerns

January 15, 2026

Two fire incidents in consecutive days at Prayagraj’s Magh Mela were contained without casualties, but have raised serious concerns over safety preparedness at large religious gatherings.

I-PAC Raids: ED Tells Calcutta High Court Nothing Was Seized, Alleges Mamata Banerjee Took Materials

January 15, 2026

ED claims Mamata Banerjee “physically took away” raided I-PAC documents; agency seeks CBI probe into obstruction.

UK Temporarily Closes Tehran Embassy as Security Deteriorates Amid Iran Crackdown and Rising US Threats

January 15, 2026

Britain shuts its Tehran embassy and pulls out staff as security risks mount amid Iranian crackdowns.

Kargil Rally Backs Ayatollah Khamenei Amid Iran Anti-Regime Protests, Waves Indian and Iranian Flags Together

January 14, 2026

A pro-Khamenei protest in Kargil highlights how Iran’s ongoing unrest is resonating within Indian communities.

MEA Advisory Issued: Indians Urged to Leave Iran as Security Situation Deteriorates

January 14, 2026

As protests and instability persist in Iran, India’s MEA has advised citizens to avoid non-essential travel and remain vigilant or leave if possible.

Bengaluru’s Kadirenahalli Garbage Crisis Exposes Civic Gaps, Health Risks and Urgent Need for Collective Responsibility

January 14, 2026

Despite civic interventions, persistent garbage dumping along Kadirenahalli’s Outer Ring Road continues to endanger public health and mobility.

Over 200 Sikhs Rescue Teen Allegedly Abducted, Raped by Pakistani Grooming Gang in London

January 14, 2026

Over 200 Sikhs in West London rescued a 16-year-old girl from an alleged grooming gang after years of exploitation.

Taiwan Issues Arrest Warrant For OnePlus CEO Pete Lau Over Illegal Engineering Recruitment

January 14, 2026

Taiwan issued an arrest warrant for OnePlus CEO Pete Lau for allegedly running an illegal recruitment scheme.

Israel Withdraws from 7 UN Agencies Citing Bias, Following US Exit from 66 Global Bodies

January 14, 2026

Israel announces immediate disengagement from seven UN bodies citing anti-Israel bias and bureaucratic inefficiency.

Love Dispute Turns Fatal in Pune as Nigerian National Emeka Christian Dies After Brutal Assault

January 14, 2026

A late-night argument over a romantic relationship escalated into violence, leading to the death of a 40-year-old Nigerian man in Pune.

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Malaysia Reports New XFG Covid-19 Variant Amid Sharp Decline in Cases; WHO Issues Monitoring Alert

Malaysia’s Health Ministry confirms the XFG Covid variant in 8.2% of recent cases amid a near-50% drop this year, with the WHO monitoring the strain for its high transmissibility.

90 Arunachal Pradesh Schoolgirls Walk 65 km Overnight to Demand Teachers; Headmistress, Warden Suspended

Over 90 schoolgirls from Arunachal Pradesh marched 65 km overnight to demand teachers for missing subjects, leading to urgent official intervention.

Trump Imposes $100K Annual Fee on H-1B Visas, Raising Barrier for Foreign Workers in Tech

Trump’s new proclamation dramatically raises fees on H-1B visas to restrict applications to highly skilled foreigners and encourage hiring American workers.

Bengaluru PG Horror: Man, 37, Allegedly Stabs Woman for Rejecting Sexual Advances; Arrested

A 24-year-old woman was stabbed and sexually harassed in Bengaluru’s Whitefield PG, her attacker arrested amid ongoing investigations.

Maharashtra: Nagpur’s ₹998-Crore Flyover Cuts Through House Balcony, Sparks Urban Planning Debate

A viral video of a flyover beam cutting through a residential balcony in Nagpur reveals challenges in urban planning and land use.

Mumbai MMRTA Directive: App-Based Cabs, Autos Told to Align Base Fares With Traditional Taxis From Sept 18; Know More

Mumbai’s transport regulator mandates app taxis to align fares with traditional taxis to ensure fair earnings.

Indian-Origin US Woman, 71, Allegedly Killed in Punjab After Marriage Promise by NRI Groom

A 71-year-old US citizen of Indian origin was allegedly murdered in Ludhiana after being lured to India by her UK-based fiancé.

Online Gaming Act to Take Effect From Oct 1; Govt to Roll Out Data Privacy Rules by Sep 28

India’s $23-Billion Online Money Gaming Industry Faces Nationwide Ban from October 1 amid Social, Economic Concerns

Man Allegedly Attacks Wife with Blade in UP’s Jhansi; Passersby Save Her, Accused Arrested

A violent domestic attack caught on video in Jhansi exposes urgent domestic abuse issues, with community intervention saving the victim’s life.

Rajasthan: Mother Puts 3-Year-Old Daughter to Sleep, Throws Her Into Lake Amid Partner’s Taunts; Probe On

A mother in Ajmer allegedly kills her young daughter by throwing her into a lake, citing emotional distress caused by partner’s constant taunts.

Indian techie, 30, shot dead by US police in California; family alleges racial bias, seeks probe

A 30-year-old Indian techie was shot dead by Santa Clara police after a stabbing, sparking family allegations of racial discrimination and calls for an impartial investigation.

Supreme Court Suspends Life Sentence of Kerala Priest Convicted of Raping Minor

The Supreme Court temporarily suspends the sentence of Father Edwin Pigarez, granting bail while his appeal is heard.

Karnataka Yoga Trainer, KYSA Secretary Arrested Under POCSO for Alleged Sexual Harassment of Minor

Bengaluru yoga trainer Niranjana Murthy arrested for sexually harassing minor, promising medals and placements.

Paytm Launches ‘Paytm Postpaid’ on UPI With Suryoday Bank, Offering 30 Days Interest-Free Payments

Paytm’s new postpaid UPI service enables users to make purchases instantly with 30 days’ interest-free credit.

138 YouTube Videos, 83 Instagram Posts on Adani Asked to Be Removed Following Delhi Court Order

Ministry acts on ex-parte court order to remove content deemed defamatory against Adani Group within 36 hours.

Agrifields DMCC Partners Under Scrutiny by AFP

Amit Gupta, accused of large-scale bribery, money laundering, and fraud, faces a global legal crackdown linked to his Agri-business empire.

Chhattisgarh: Raipur “Nude Party” Poster Sparks Outrage; Police Arrest Six, Probe Drug Cartel Links

A viral poster promoting a nude party in Raipur led to arrests, political uproar, and a women’s commission inquiry.

Uttarakhand: Cloudburst in Chamoli Destroys Homes, At Least 10 People Missing; Rescue Ops Underway

A cloudburst triggered by heavy rainfall has caused severe damage in Chamoli’s Nandanagar area, leaving multiple houses destroyed and several people missing.

Bengaluru Potholes Nightmare: BlackBuck CEO Closes Bellandur Office, Vizag Beckons After Viral Rant

Logistics giant BlackBuck relocates from Bengaluru’s Bellandur office, blaming deadly potholes and worsening traffic, sparking government action and industry debate.

Jaipur Horror: Delhi Police Constable’s Son Allegedly Kills Mother Over Domestic Dispute, Crime Caught on Camera

Delhi Police Officer’s 31-Year-Old Son Arrested in Jaipur for Brutally Beating Mother to Death Over Domestic Dispute Captured on Video

Four-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Sexually Assaulted at Mumbai School; Female Staffer Arrested

A young girl’s distress leads to arrest of school staff amid ongoing police probe under POCSO act.

Lucknow Student Stabbed, Hand Thrust into Hot Oil For Protecting Friend from Harassment Near Campus

A Lucknow university student was repeatedly stabbed and assaulted with hot oil while shielding a friend from harassers, sparking public outrage and police action.

Karnataka Government Moves to Scrap 1.2 Million Ineligible Ration Cards

Karnataka government intensifies efforts to weed out fraudulent ration cards while ensuring food security for genuine beneficiaries.

Rajasthan Woman Allegedly Burnt Alive on Cow Dung Pile by In-Laws Over Infertility; Police Attacked While Trying to Stop Cremation

Sarla Devi was brutally murdered amid years of harassment for childlessness; police faced violent resistance.

How Anant Ambani’s Vantara Initiative Could Revolutionize Animal Safety & Rescue In India

Vantara, translating to 'Star Of The Forest,' is located within Reliance's Jamnagar Refinery Complex, also known as the Green Belt Of Gujarat. The Vantara ecosystem encompasses a 3,000-acre Elephant Centre, which serves as the residence for over 200 rescued elephants.