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In Agartala, Tripura, a Muslim auto driver, Didar Hossain, was assaulted, partially buried in sand, and nearly set on fire by a mob over his religious identity. He sustained serious injuries and is under treatment. The attack sparked outrage, with local leaders demanding police action, though no arrests have been made so far.
Hyderabad’s 2025 fire accident report highlights a worrying rise in fire hazards across the city. Officials recorded 835 fire incidents during the year, resulting in property losses exceeding ₹32 crore. Among all incidents, the blaze at Gulzar House near Charminar, within GHMC limits, stood out as the most tragic, drawing attention to fire preparedness.
A man was allegedly beaten in Bihar’s Madhubani district after being wrongly suspected of being a Bangladeshi immigrant. Police acted after a video went viral showing two youths assaulting him. The victim, a mason from Supaul, was identified, while a case for attempted murder was filed and raids are underway to arrest the accused, officials […]
A Class 10 ST student, Dharavath Prabhakar, was allegedly assaulted by an intoxicated person at the government ST Boys Hostel in Kodakandla, Telangana, on December 31. The hostel warden was reportedly absent during the incident. Police registered an FIR, charging the accused under sections 329, 115, 351, and 296B of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
A 25-year-old Indian student, Thokala Hruthik Reddy from Telangana’s Janagama district, died in Berlin after jumping from his apartment to escape a fire during New Year celebrations. He was pursuing an MS in Germany. Reddy suffered fatal head injuries and passed away in hospital. His family is in touch with the MEA for repatriation.
Nabyendu Ghosh, Trinamool Congress district youth vice-president in Uttar Dinajpur, was brutally killed on New Year’s Eve in Raiganj. Attacked by assailants with sticks and knives near his sweet shop during nearby celebrations, he was declared dead at the hospital. Police are investigating political, personal, or business motives behind the murder.
A New Year’s Eve explosion at Le Constellation Bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, killed over 46 and injured 100. Over 150 people were present when the blast, possibly linked to fireworks, ignited a fire in the basement. Authorities ruled out terrorism, hospitals were overwhelmed, and a helpline and no-fly zone were established as investigations continue.
Indore’s water contamination crisis claimed a six-month-old infant, raising the toll to over seven deaths and nearly 150 hospitalisations. Residents allege far higher numbers as foul-smelling water sickened families in Bhagirathpura. Authorities blame sewer leakage, suspend officials, announce compensation, urge boiling water, and promise corrective action.
Indian cyber police warn of a New Year 2026 WhatsApp scam spreading festive greeting links. Clicking downloads a malicious APK that steals banking data, invades privacy, and can take device control. Users are urged to avoid unknown links, install apps only from official stores, and report incidents to the 1930 cybercrime helpline promptly nationwide immediately.
Beijing resident Huang lost his thumb after hand-feeding his venomous pet long-nosed viper. The ill snake bit him, causing severe blood-clotting failure and necrosis, forcing amputation. The case highlights rising exotic-pet ownership in China and health risks, as experts warn such animals can carry deadly venom and pathogens.
A 68-year-old Mumbai woman lost Rs 3.71 crore to cybercriminals posing as police and court officials, including “Justice Chandrachud.” Over two months, she transferred money to multiple mule accounts. Police arrested one man in Surat; two masterminds remain abroad. The CBI is set to investigate digital-arrest scams nationwide.
In Hyderabad’s Old City, a food delivery boy, Jameel, suffered a deep neck cut when nylon kite string (Chinese manja) entangled him. He was hospitalized for treatment. Police warned against selling or using the hazardous thread, which poses serious risks to humans and birds, unlike traditional, eco-friendly kite strings.
A 27-year-old man, Surendra Rajendra Maurya from Uttar Pradesh, was arrested in Thane district for impersonating a railway ticket inspector on the Tapovan Express on December 26. The impersonation was spotted by a passenger and confirmed by the chief ticket inspector. A case was filed under the Railways Act and Section 204 of the Indian […]
A BJP councillor’s husband in Madhya Pradesh’s Satna is accused of raping a woman at knifepoint, filming the act, and threatening her into silence. A viral video shows him claiming immunity. The survivor filed a complaint, alleging continued harassment and police inaction. Authorities say evidence is being verified; no arrest is confirmed yet.
In Potharam village, Telangana, a man allegedly sacrificed a goat using his teeth and bare hands, a video of which circulated on social media. PETA India and SAFI filed a complaint, prompting Husnabad police to register an FIR. The accused received a notice but has not yet been arrested.