Bengal: Boy's Body Found in Sack, Suspect Lynched; Mamata Claims House Arrest

Maharashtra Sarpanch Talks Teen Down from Hilltop in Three-Hour Standoff

A teenage boy in Maharashtra climbed a hilltop in an apparent distress situation, prompting a tense three-hour rescue effort. The local sarpanch, joined by the boy's parents and fellow villagers, attempted to convince him to come down safely. The sarpanch made an emotional plea, urging the boy to live for his mother's sake. The team tried multiple approaches, including words of comfort and promises to fulfil his wishes, before eventually succeeding in talking him down.

Ram Temple Trust Chair Denies Irregularity Allegations as Fabricated

An unsigned letter alleging financial irregularities in the Ram Temple construction surfaced on social media on Thursday, purportedly attributed to temple trust general secretary Champat Rai. Nripendra Misra, chairman of the Ram Temple Construction Committee, dismissed the allegations as completely made up. Misra stated there was no truth to the claims circulating in the letter. The authenticity of the letter remains unverified, as it carried no signature.

Maharashtra Teen Kills Parents Over iPhone EMI Dispute, Police Say

A teenager in Maharashtra allegedly killed his parents following a heated argument over money, police officials have stated. The teen, identified as Kunal, had purchased an iPhone on installment and had been repeatedly asking his family for funds to cover the EMI payments. The dispute escalated when his father refused or questioned the latest payment demand. Police are investigating the incident, which took place in a hilly region of Maharashtra.

From air hostess to City SP to extortion accused: Madhya Pradesh cop at centre of land grab row draws CM’s ire