A 9‑year‑old girl in Texas tragically died after attempting the dangerous “blackout challenge,” a social media dare that restricts breathing to induce lightheadedness. Her parents urged others to watch children’s online activity and talk about risks. Authorities warn that such viral challenges can quickly lead to fatal outcomes and should be avoided.
Cancer cases are rising at an alarming pace, demanding urgent attention. In Telangana alone, 53,565 new diagnoses and 29,300 deaths were reported last year, with a new case emerging roughly every ten minutes. Nationwide in 2025, India recorded 15.69 lakh cases and 8.68 lakh deaths. These figures highlight the critical need for regular screenings and […]
In Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra, a 13‑year‑old Class 6 girl was attacked with acid while cycling home from school, suffering severe facial burns and now receiving hospital treatment. The unidentified assailant fled immediately. Police have registered charges and are searching for the culprit. Local students protested, demanding greater safety for girls.
In east Delhi’s Dallupura, 28-year-old Pawan Kumar allegedly shot himself in the chest with a licensed pistol on March 16 while his cousin Himanshu recorded a video. The clip, now viral, shows Pawan loading the gun, smiling at the camera, then firing. Himanshu is heard warning him not to shoot and later screaming in shock. […]
Navi Mumbai police busted a bogus call center in Mahape, arresting two suspects for allegedly defrauding people of over Rs 1 crore. The center posed as a share market research firm, using WhatsApp and calls to promise high returns. Investigations revealed money was routed through 19 bank accounts, linking multiple cyber fraud complaints nationwide.
A masked gang raided Kumar Jewelers in Fremont, stealing about ₹16 crore ($1.7 million) worth of gold and diamonds in just over a minute, according to footage released by US authorities. They smashed display cases and fled in stolen cars. Four suspects aged 19–20 were arrested, but most of the gang remains at large.
In Lucknow, police are investigating the alleged murder of a 5‑year‑old boy named Arnav by his father and stepmother after mob action targeted the accused. Relatives claim the child was brutally beaten, prompting outrage and an FIR. Police have taken up the case and are probing the circumstances leading to the boy’s death.
A 17-year-old speech-impaired boy, Kundan Kumar, was allegedly beaten to death in Bihar’s Vaishali district while watching the India–New Zealand T20 World Cup final with local youths. His shout when India lost a wicket was misunderstood as celebration, triggering an argument and violent assault. The injured teen later died while being taken to hospital.
Jhansi police arrested 7 men, Javed, Aamir, Ritik, Sumit, Shubhankar, Abhishek, and Surendra, after recovering 524 stolen LPG cylinders during Holi, including 389 filled and 135 empty. The accused, led by former truck drivers Javed and Ritik, sold the cylinders to a Samthar gas agency for ₹13 lakh. Police also seized ₹11.10 lakh in cash […]
In Ghaziabad, a Hindu family was attacked by neighbors for playing Hanuman Chalisa at home. Several family members, including parents and a small child, were critically injured with sticks and hammers. Tension rose in the neighborhood, and the victims plan to move out for safety. Police are investigating amid complaints from both sides.
In Gurugram, Haryana, seven workers died after an under-construction wall collapsed at the Signature Global Society, trapping several labourers under debris. Four others remain critically injured. Earlier, a fire at a Holi-colours factory in Jind killed four women and injured over 20, with reports that the factory gate was locked, trapping workers inside.
Chandigarh Police registered a case after the Municipal Corporation alleged fake fixed deposit receipts worth ₹116.84 crore were issued by a manager of a private bank. The fraud surfaced during a fund transfer from Chandigarh Smart City Limited to the civic body through a dedicated account opened at IDFC First Bank. Police started a probe […]
Jason Hughes, a 40‑year‑old math teacher in Georgia, died after confronting students who had toilet‑papered his yard as a prank. During the incident, Hughes tripped and was struck by a pickup driven by 18‑year‑old Jayden Ryan Wallace. He later died in hospital. Wallace and four other teens face charges including vehicular homicide. The community mourns […]
A 69‑year‑old retired district judge in Malkajgiri, Telangana, was duped by cybercriminals posing as law enforcement in a “digital arrest” scam, police said. They falsely claimed his number was tied to serious crimes and coerced him into transferring more than ₹1 crore before he realised and filed a complaint; an investigation is in progress.
A construction worker, identified as Md Khaleel from Erragadda, was allegedly crushed to death by a large stone during an argument with an unidentified man in Borabanda, Hyderabad, on March 8. The two reportedly argued while Khaleel was at a labour adda seeking work. Police are investigating the case and the motive behind the fatal confrontation.