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Two Girls Detained Over Alleged Drowning of Teen at Vrindavan Shelter Home

Two girls have been detained in connection with the alleged drowning of a 14-year-old at a shelter home in Vrindavan. The incident took place within the premises of the residential facility. The two detained girls had previously been placed in the shelter home after being recovered following alleged elopement with male companions. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the teenager's death.

Thomas Markle hurt as Meghan returns to UK without meeting him

Thomas Markle, 82, has expressed that he feels hurt and upset upon learning that his daughter Meghan and Prince Harry are reportedly returning to the United Kingdom. The estranged father said he fears the move could permanently end any chance he has of reconnecting with Meghan. Markle has never met his grandchildren, Archie and Lilibet, and worries the relocation will make that prospect even less likely. The rift between Thomas Markle and his daughter has been longstanding, with the two having had little to no contact in recent years.

Iran Discovers 200 Billion Cubic Metres of Natural Gas in Fars Province

Iran has announced the discovery of new natural gas reserves in the southern part of Fars province. Petroleum Minister Mohsen Paknejad revealed the find in a statement to state television. The newly discovered reserves are estimated at over 200 billion cubic metres. The announcement highlights Iran's continued efforts to expand its already substantial natural gas resources.

Amid calls of resignation, NC MP dares party for a show-cause

CJP Threatens Fresh Protests If Government Fails to Honor Commitments

The Caretaker Justice Party (CJP) has warned of renewed protests if the government does not fulfill its promises. The party's leadership is set to meet on Monday to decide its next course of action. All available measures, including a fresh round of street protests, will be considered at the meeting. The warning signals growing impatience with the government's failure to act on prior commitments made to the party.

Asim Riaz Denies Pressuring Ex Himanshi Khurana to Convert to Islam

Actor Asim Riaz has strongly rejected allegations made by his former girlfriend Himanshi Khurana that he pressured her to convert to Islam, calling the claims childish. He stated that he never asked anyone to change their religious beliefs. Himanshi had said that while Asim spoke positively about his faith, she felt that converting would mean betraying her own religion. The two first met on the reality show Bigg Boss 13 and parted ways in 2023.

Phoenix cool pavement lowers road heat but raises pedestrian heat exposure

Phoenix applied a reflective coating to its roads as part of efforts to combat the urban heat island effect, successfully reducing asphalt surface temperatures during the day. However, a new study found that the coating unintentionally increased heat radiation exposure for pedestrians walking nearby. Researchers concluded that reflective pavements alone are insufficient to improve human comfort on city streets. They recommended that cities combine such treatments with natural shade from trees and buildings to more effectively address rising urban temperatures.

Punjab Road Row Sparks Political Clash Between Opposition and AAP

A political dispute has erupted in Punjab over the newly constructed Kot Bhaiyya-Ramgarh Bhundar road in the Bathinda region. Opposition parties have alleged that police carried out a crackdown in connection with the controversy surrounding the road. The ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has pushed back against these allegations, denying any wrongdoing. The row has intensified tensions between the opposition and the AAP-led state government.

Ahead of Modi-Xi meet, Doval to visit China today for border talks

Amit Shah to meet security brass at national security strategies conference

Swine Flu Spreads to Chhattisgarh as 3-Year-Old Girl Tests H1N1 Positive

A three-year-old girl in Chhattisgarh has tested positive for the H1N1 influenza virus, commonly known as swine flu. Her family brought her to a hospital after she developed symptoms including cold and fever. Doctors suspected swine flu and ordered tests, which confirmed the infection. The case marks the spread of swine flu beyond Delhi, where cases had already been reported. Senior health officials have confirmed the diagnosis.

Iran’s hijab crackdown returns as women defy mandatory veiling rules

Punjab Police Bust Cross-Border Arms Network, Seize 10 Pistols and Motorcycle

Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border arms smuggling network, recovering a total of ten pistols in the operation. The seized weapons consisted of nine 9mm pistols and one .30 bore pistol. Authorities also confiscated a grey Bajaj Platina motorcycle, registered as PB-38-C-1658, which was allegedly used to transport the weapons. The arms are reported to have been delivered across the border using a drone. The bust highlights ongoing efforts by Punjab Police to curb illegal weapons smuggling in the region.

Delhi Govt School Lacks Chemistry Teacher for 3 Years, 200 Students Affected

Over 200 Class XI and XII science students at GSKV Khajuri Khas in Delhi have been without a regular chemistry teacher for more than three years. The absence of a qualified teacher has seriously hampered students' preparation for their board examinations. Education officials have acknowledged the vacancy and stated that a recruitment process is currently in progress to fill the post. The Directorate of Education is facing pressure to urgently resolve the teacher shortage at the school.

Opposition Criticises Bhagwant Mann Government Over Bathinda Road Controversy

A political dispute has emerged in Punjab over a newly constructed road in the Bathinda region. The controversy is centred on the Kot Bhaiyya-Ramgarh Bhundar road, which was recently built. Opposition parties have launched an attack on Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's government in connection with the project. The matter has drawn significant political attention, with opposition leaders holding the state administration accountable over the road issue.

UP Woman Kills Husband, Jumps Off Terrace After Being Caught by Landlord

A woman named Vimla allegedly killed her husband Rajesh in Uttar Pradesh. The landlord discovered her in the act of placing the victim's intestines into a bag on the terrace. Upon being spotted, Vimla reportedly panicked and jumped off the terrace. Both the crime and her subsequent fall came to light after the landlord witnessed the disturbing scene.

Live Worm Found in Sandwich at Gurugram Restaurant, Video Goes Viral

A disturbing video has surfaced showing a live worm discovered inside a sandwich at an upscale restaurant in Gurugram. The incident was documented and shared online by a customer identified as Mathur. The video reveals that Mathur had already consumed nearly half the sandwich before noticing the worm. The footage has since spread widely on social media, raising serious food safety concerns about the establishment.

Native birds surge 200% after rats removed from Alaska's Hawadax Island

Hawadax Island in Alaska's Aleutian chain underwent a dramatic ecological recovery after invasive rats, present for roughly 200 years, were successfully eradicated. Within just two years of the removal effort, native bird populations grew by more than 200 percent. Species of seabirds previously believed locally extinct began returning and nesting on the island's cliffs. The project is considered a significant milestone in conservation and has been recognized as a global benchmark for managing invasive species. The island was also restored to its original indigenous name, Hawadax, marking both an ecological and cultural achievement.

UP man kills second wife after getting desired son, arrested by police

Police in Uttar Pradesh have arrested a man for allegedly murdering his second wife approximately eighteen months after she gave birth to their son. The accused had remarried specifically hoping for a male child, having had five daughters from a previous relationship. The victim had left her first husband to marry the accused, a union that initially faced opposition from their families. Tensions in the marriage grew after the accused refused to accept the woman's daughter from her first marriage. The case highlights the tragic consequences of son preference and domestic conflict.

Transformer Thieves Caught After Car and Recovery Truck Get Stuck in Mud

A transformer theft attempt in India's Punjab region went awry when the suspects' vehicle got stuck in mud while fleeing the scene. The situation worsened when a recovery truck sent to help also became immobilized in the mud. Villagers who witnessed the incident intervened and apprehended one of the accused. The suspect, identified as Lovepreet Singh from Alkada village in Barnala district, was handed over to the police by the locals.