In a dramatic escalation of the ongoing cough syrup tragedy, authorities in Madhya Pradesh have arrested a doctor accused of prescribing a contaminated medication that allegedly led to the deaths of several children. The state government has also initiated legal action against Srisan Pharmaceuticals, the company that manufactured the contentious syrup. The Arrest and Accusations...
In response to a spate of violent attacks on cinema halls in Canada, several theatre chains have announced they will temporarily cease showing Indian films, citing safety concerns for patrons and staff. The decision comes after recent arson attempts and a shooting incident targeting venues that regularly screen South Asian cinema. The Violent Incidents That...
In a harrowing incident tied to rigid state employment rules, a government school teacher and his wife in Madhya Pradesh stand accused of burying their newborn son alive in a forest, allegedly driven by panic over violating the state’s two-child policy. Remarkably, the infant survived and was rescued after desperate cries alerted villagers. The Incident...
Authorities intensified their investigation into self-styled godman Swami Chaitanyananda by executing multiple fresh searches across his properties, sparking revelations that could substantially deepen the criminal case against him. Officials say that on the day of the raids, investigative teams entered premises connected to Chaitanyananda, including his private institute and residences believed to have sheltered him...
In a landmark judgment, the Allahabad High Court has convicted Awadhesh Kumar and Mata Prasad for the 1982 murder of Kusuma Devi, overturning a 1984 trial court acquittal. The court sentenced both men to life imprisonment and directed them to surrender within two weeks. Background of the Case The incident occurred on August 6, 1982,...
In a case that has attracted nationwide attention, a Delhi court has granted bail to Gaganpreet Makkad, accused in the BMW crash that claimed the life of a senior Finance Ministry officer earlier this month. The tragic incident took place near Dhaula Kuan when a BMW allegedly driven by Makkad rammed into a motorcycle carrying...
Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh witnessed a surge of violence after a demonstration under the banner “I Love Muhammad” escalated into stone pelting and clashes with police. The unrest, which followed Friday prayers, forced law enforcement to resort to a lathi charge to disperse the crowd and prevent further escalation. Background of the Campaign The “I...
New Delhi: Disturbing allegations have surfaced against self-styled godman Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati, with WhatsApp chats revealing years of sexual harassment and intimidation of female students. According to report, the chats—retrieved from the phones of nearly 50 women—suggest that Chaitanyananda has been exploiting women for over 16 years. In one message, he allegedly wrote, “Come to...
A major scandal has rocked Delhi as Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati, a spiritual leader and former director of the Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management, faces grave allegations of sexual harassment, obscene messaging, and fraud. Over 15 women students, enrolled under EWS scholarships, accused the Swami of using abusive language, making unwanted physical advances, and sending...
Bengaluru: A 32-year-old woman was tragically stabbed to death by her husband in front of her teenage daughter at the Sunkadakatte bus stand on Monday morning, police reported. The couple, both on their second marriage, had been married for only three months. Preliminary investigations indicate that marital discord may have been the motive behind the...