A woman doctor in Satara died by suicide after alleging repeated rape and harassment by a police officer. Her cousin claimed she was pressured to create fake medical reports. Despite prior complaints to senior officers, no action was taken. The incident has triggered political outrage and demands for strict punishment.
A woman doctor from Satara, Maharashtra, was found dead in a hotel room after accusing two policemen of rape and mental harassment in a suicide note. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis ordered their immediate suspension and strict action. The Women’s Commission also directed Satara Police to ensure a thorough investigation.
Cybercrime in India has surged, with scams like fake apps, digital arrest threats, parcel fraud, job offers, and investment traps costing millions. Fraudsters trick users through links, calls, or fake identities. Always verify sources, avoid unknown links, and never share banking details. Report suspicious activity via 1930 or the Cyber Crime Portal.
Delhi Police arrested two suspected ISIS operatives, Adnan and his associate, both from Bhopal, who were planning a terror attack in a high-footfall area. Acting on intelligence, police coordinated operations in Sadiq Nagar and Bhopal, seizing electronic devices and incriminating materials. The arrests have successfully averted a potential major terror strike.
Popular Punjabi singer Teji Kahlon was shot dead in Canada in an attack linked to gangster Rohit Godara’s associates. In a social media post, Mahender Saran Dilana, Rahul Rinau, and Vicky Phalwan claimed responsibility, accusing Kahlon of supplying weapons, funding rival gangs. The incident highlights escalating transnational gang violence.
A viral video from a Karnataka Veda school shows Sanskrit teacher Veeresh Hiremath brutally kicking and thrashing a student for using a phone to call his parents. Despite injuries, the assault continued. Police registered a case after the teacher fled. Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar condemned the act and promised strict action and investigation.
An FIR has been filed against former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa, his wife Razia Sultana, and two others after their son Aqil Akhtar’s death became suspicious. Aqil, a lawyer, accused his family of conspiring to kill him in a video. Akhtar’s death was initially attributed to a drug overdose. Currently, the investigation continues.
A South Korean woman accidentally set her apartment ablaze while trying to kill a cockroach with a lighter and spray can in Osan. The fire killed a neighbour, injured several others, and led police to seek her arrest. Similar accidents worldwide show the dangers of using flamethrowers or insecticides recklessly.
In Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, police arrested Pastor Sumit Masey and two others for allegedly coercing poor Hindus to convert to Christianity through inducements and faith-healing promises. The arrests followed a complaint about illegal conversions under the guise of prayer meetings. A case was filed under the UP Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act.
Ola engineer K Aravind died by suicide in Bengaluru, alleging mental harassment by superiors including Ola Cabs CEO Bhavish Aggarwal. A 28-page note cited torture and salary denial. Police registered a case after Aravind’s brother filed a complaint. Ola expressed condolences but denied harassment claims, stating Aravind never reported issues during his tenure.
Efran, a TDP supporter, was brutally hacked to death with axes while sleeping in Narsaraopet, Andhra Pradesh, on October 19. His family alleges the attack was backed by former MLA Gopireddy Srinivasa Reddy of YSRCP. Police are investigating enmity as a motive and have registered a case based on the family’s complaint.
A viral video shows a middle-aged man molesting a minor girl on a near-empty train. When confronted by the filmer, the man could not explain his actions, asking to speak “in a corner.” The disturbing incident has sparked public outrage, with calls for severe punishment. No arrest has been made yet.
Riyaz, a rowdy sheeter in Telangana police custody, was shot dead on October 20 while trying to flee Nizamabad government hospital. He attempted to seize an officer’s weapon and fired at police. Riyaz had previously fatally stabbed constable E Pramod and had been on the run for two days before his capture.
A fire broke out in a Mumbai’s Cuffe Parade chawl, killing 15-year-old Yash Vitthal Khot and injuring three others. The blaze, believed to be caused by faulty electrical wiring or an EV battery, was contained quickly. The injured were hospitalized, with one in ICU. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the fire.
A 9mm bullet was discovered in Mohammed’s luggage at Moosapet Metro Station during screening. He was detained, and police launched an investigation. Last month, a stabbing occurred at the same station, where a woman was attacked by her boyfriend over his alcohol addiction.