35 C 
TN Byelections: Polling Begins, People Line up Enthusiastically to Cast Votes
Elaborate security and surveillance arrangements are in place and personnel from Tamil Nadu and Central Armed Police Forces have been deployed
2 people killed, including a student, after Florida school bus rolls over in crash
Florida bus crash: A tragic accident occurred in Winter Haven when a school bus was hit by an oncoming car. The bus carried nearly 40 people, including students and the driver. Following the crash, a student and the driver of another vehicle were reported dead. Emergency responders transported 26 students to local hospitals for treatment and evaluation. Community leaders are urging support for the affected families and school staff during this difficult time.
Why do people say 'Roger that'? Who was Roger?
The word 'Roger' has its origins in early military radio communication, symbolizing the letter R and indicating that a message has been received. Its adoption simplified phrases for quick comprehension during transmissions, evolving into a term of competence in popular media. 'Roger that' has since become a common confirmation phrase, though its meaning remains intact.
Ancient DNA evidence narrows down when people first reached the Americas
One of the unresolved mysteries about the history of the Americas is when the first people arrived. Despite extensive debate centering on genetic, archaeological and environmental evidence, there is still no consensus or conclusive proof. Did they enter before, during or after the coldest period of the last ice age, known as the Last Glacial Maximum? Evidence from recent analysis of ancient DNA is providing fresh clues.
Activists issue 'people's impeachment' notice against CEC
Former civil servants and rights activists have issued a people's impeachment notice demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. They allege six charges against him, including undermining the Election Commission's functioning, mass disenfranchisement through Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, and compromising political impartiality. The group, including G K Pillai and Najeeb Jung, was prevented from submitting the notice at the EC office.
In a bold move to enhance global integration, PwC is merging its Indian consulting operations with its US counterparts. This monumental shift, led by Sanjeev Krishan, will unite around 40,000 professionals in a shared mission focused on artificial intelligence and technology investments. Expected to rake in $1.5 billion in initial revenue, this merger marks a significant trend in the consulting industry, prioritizing advanced technology integration and local-global collaboration.
Congress government in Karnataka has become anti-people, alleges Sunil Kumar
Manipur govt working to facilitate return of violence-hit people: CM Khemchand Singh
Digital Desk | Imphal, Oct 5 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Monday said that since the formation of the new government on February 4, 2026, the state government has been working tirelessly to facilitate the return of violence-affected internally displaced persons (IDPs) to their respective homes and villages. He said that the government has held several rounds of talks with representatives of various Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to bridge the trust deficit that has emerged due to the crisis. The Chief Minister made the statement on Monday at the distribution of benefits worth Rs 2,19,25,000 to eligible labour card holders, especially for IDPs, under the Special Scheme for financial assistance for education of children staying at relief camps and other schemes of the Manipur Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB) as part of the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan at the City Convention Centre, Palace Compound in Imphal. Khemchand Singh further expressed that sheltering in relief camps is not comfortable and that not being able to return to ones own home is deeply disheartening. He stated that the crisis has led to the suffering of innocent people in both the valley and the hills. Noting the positive outcome of the resumption of bus services along Imphal- Guwahati via Dimapur (Nagaland), the Chief Minister stated that it has lessened the burden on players participating in tournaments held outside the state and students studying outside Manipur, as airfares are expensive. He added that nearly 450 to 500 passengers are travelling using public transport services every day. In a significant development, inter-state passenger bus services between Manipur, Assam and Nagaland resumed on August 21 after a gap of more than three years. The Chief Minister maintained that the IDPs had fled their homes with nothing, and that the government has been making efforts to meet their needs through various Government schemes and basic needs. He informed that nearly 2,531 IDPs are being provided assistance through Direct Benefit Transfer and added that those IDPs who are yet to be registered should do so with the concerned authority to receive the assistance. Regarding Mission Pathshala, the state government is making every effort to ensure that the benefits reach the IDP students of the state. He also informed that frequent meetings are being held with representatives of the IDPs to address their grievances. Rajya Sabha MP Adhikarimayum Sharda Devi stated that extending assistance and support to the needy people of the state remains the governments foremost priority. Lauding Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of empowering the weaker section of society, she said that they have been empowered by reaching out to the grassroots and implementing various beneficial schemes for the needy. She also lauded Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh for his courageous decision to visit Jiribam district by road, prioritising the welfare of the people of Manipur. During the programme, 2,531 beneficiaries were provided assistance of over Rs 1.42 crore under the Special Scheme for Financial Assistance for the Education of Children Staying in Relief Camps (IDPs). In addition, eight beneficiaries received assistance of around Rs 19 lakh under the Immediate Assistance in Case of Accident (Accidental Death) scheme, and 194 beneficiaries received around Rs 58,20,000 under the Natural Death Benefit scheme. Tourism and Art and Culture Minister Khuraijam Loken Singh, several MLAs, Chief Secretary Rajeev Singh Thakur and other officials attended the programme.
Jhamtani Earns Great Place To Work Certification, Strengthening Its Focus on People and Culture
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], October 5: Jhamtani, a Pune-based real estate developer with a legacy spanning more than four decades, has been Great Place To Work Certified for September 2026-September 2027, following an employee workplace assessment conducted by Great Place To Work India, the organisation that certifies companies based on their workplace culture and employee experience. 93% of their people said Jhamtani is a place where trust, collaboration and leadership come together to create a great workplace.
7 Books that teach you why rich people think differently
Discover 6 powerful books that reveal how wealthy people think about money, habits, risk, and success differently from everyone else.
Former civil servants, activists seek CEC's resignation; issue 'people's impeachment' notice
A coalition of former civil servants and human rights activists has formally called for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing serious allegations about the Election Commission's integrity and operations. The group faced obstruction while attempting to deliver their notice, despite their peaceful motives, and they expressed concerns that recent reforms have jeopardized voters' rights and led to widespread disenfranchisement, highlighting urgent issues surrounding Indian electoral democracy.
Government exhibition in Salem draws over 1.34 lakh people in 52 days
People of Purpose: From Seeing Inequality to Shaping Bridgestone CSR, Ranu Kulshrestha
At Bridgestone India, Ranu Kulshrestha is pushing CSR beyond completed projects towards meaningful choices, dignity and lasting community impact.
Nigeria military aircraft crashes with 32 people on board; search and rescue operation underway
On Monday, a Nigerian military aircraft crashed in the Igbokoda area of Ondo state during a routine mission. The aircraft, identified as an ATR-42, was traveling from Edo state to Lagos when it disappeared from radar. Authorities initiated a search and rescue operation shortly after the crash was detected. As of now, there are no confirmed reports regarding casualties from this incident.
Tech, people, cultural economy key to unlocking tourism: Shekhawat
Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat says cultural capital must gain a larger role in economic policy, alongside technology and human capital
Wildlife Conservation Must Become A People
Wildlife conservation cannot remain confined to forests and protected areas and must become a peoples movement, Manipurs Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) and Head of Forest Force Anurag Bajpai said on Monday. He was speaking at a state-wide photography exhibition-cum-competition on resident birds organised by the Forest Department as part of Wildlife Celebration Week... The post Wildlife Conservation Must Become A Peoples Movement: Manipur Forest Chief first appeared on Northeast Today .
Making the most of city life for older people: 3 debunked mobility myths
Old age is often associated with reliance on others, loss of independence and inactivity. But these simplistic notions mask the diversity of people
People of Purpose: Once A School Dropout, Dilip Suthar Now Works With 12,000 Children And 200 Youth
Once a school dropout himself, Dilip Suthar now works to expand meaningful learning opportunities for children and youth facing educational barriers.
Can Safeworld convince people that gen AI robots won
Safeworld is building digital humans to make sure robots don't hurt the real ones.
Rohit Sharma dropped the anchor and negated the tough period with Ruturaj Gaikwad before smashing 92 from 85 balls against West Indies in the third ODI.
Prabowo appreciates TNI always present helping people during disasters
Russia hospitalizes almost 200 people after researcher
Nearly 200 people are under medical observation in Russias Irkutsk region over suspected exposure to plague, according to local media reports. Russia hospitalizes almost 200 people after researcher's death from plague: Reports
People Have Won: Pradyot Says Village Polls Mark Return of Grassroots Power in Tripura
Agartala, October 05, 2026: Tipra Motha Party founder Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma on Monday described the emerging results of the Tripura Village Committee elections as an important milestone in the restoration of grassroots democracy and constitutional rights. As counting continued across the state, with Tipra Motha showing a strong performance in several areas, the royal... The post People Have Won: Pradyot Says Village Polls Mark Return of Grassroots Power in Tripura first appeared on Northeast Today .
'People may have to wear face masks in next 25 years if...'
Former Supreme Court Justice Abhay Oka warned that major cities might be forced to adopt mandatory face mask usage within 20-25 years due to environmental degradation. He stressed that protecting the environment is a fundamental constitutional duty, countering the misconception that humans own the Earth. Justice Oka also encouraged students to study law and use AI responsibly.
Social care for disabled adults is in as much crisis as support for elderly people
This phone has eclipsed Vivo, Oppo, Realme, and OnePlus in the market this year. What is it about this phone that has everyone rushing to buy it? Learn the full story.Best-selling iPhone 17Whenever we think about buying a new phone, the first thing we're confused about is which mod...
Beware! 1.9 lakh people in India are suffering from cancer every year due to this major cause.
A WHO report reveals how seemingly dangerous infections are contributing to 190,000 new cancer cases. Learn about the hidden enemy thriving within the body, silently laying the foundation for death.Cancer Research ReportCancer is often associated with poor lifestyle habits, tobacco, alco...
How many people will you arrest?: CJP leaders claim dictatorial actions won
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has claimed that impending government crackdowns and potential arrests will fail to suppress the youth-driven movement, vowing that nationwide demonstrations will carry forward, and described the move as dictatorial. The remarks follow the police crackdown that saw hundreds of detentions amid ongoing protests demanding the immediate resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. Taking a stance against state action, Das, in a post on X, stated that the young people are now aware and any kind of dictatorial action will not be accepted anymore.
Search suspended for 6 people on missing medical flight from Bermuda to Boston
A search has been suspended off the Massachusetts coast for six people on an air ambulance that disappeared during a flight from Bermuda to Boston
Coast Guard suspends search for people on crashed medical aircraft
The
5 lessons inspired by Buddhas teachings for people who cannot switch off their minds
Local Body Polls: Giridhar Reddy Urges Voters to Elect People-Friendly Leaders
Giridhar Reddy said the government was according high priority to the development of Nellore Rural, particularly with the provision of basic infrastructure in villages.
State BJP govt resorted to vote theft, has failed people: Hooda
BJP leaders lambasted Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for labeling Prime Minister Narendra Modi as illegal. Kharge's call for fresh elections highlighted his belief that the current polls lack authenticity, advocating for a return to the traditional ballot papers. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi demanded an apology from Kharge, challenging the legitimacy of his own election due to Congress's controversial past elections.
More than counselling, people seek personal attention: Expert
Reckless Truck Crash in Chamoli Injures Multiple People
A truck crash in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, injured several people after colliding with a bus and a car early Sunday morning. Reckless Truck Crash in Chamoli Injures Multiple People
Eight people, including ex-home ministers son held in clashes in Rajamahendravaram city
Dorothy stars Keerthy Suresh as the titular character, with Sanath and Rishikianth in key roles
People complain about anything popular: the RHS boss taking on traffic jams and Chelsea critics
Filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj has said he is choosing to focus on the positive response to his latest film Dorothy despite facing online criticism, trolling and backlash over its portrayal of same-sex romance and LGBTQ characters. The crime drama, starring Keerthy Suresh, Sanath and Rishikanth, has received praise from audiences and was also given a standing [] The post Karthik Subbaraj Responds to Dorothy Backlash, Says Film Can Change Attitudes Towards Transgender People appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Milind Soman flags off Fortis Fit Gurugram half marathon, urges people to stay fit
Actor-model and fitness icon Milind Soman on Sunday participated in the Fortis Fit Gurugram Run at Cyber Hub, Gurugram, where he spoke about the importance of fitness and encouraged people follow a healthy lifestyle. The event brought together fitness enthusiasts from across the city. Soman hoped the run will get more participation in the coming years. Calling the event a
Protest completely failed, people gave no response: BJP's Pravin Darekar on CJP agitation in Mumbai
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Pravin Darekar has dismissed the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) protest held in Mumbai, terming it a complete failure and claiming that the residents of the city completely rejected the agitation. Speaking to ANI, Darekar asserted that the demonstration failed to garner support even from major opposition quarters, including Shiv Sena (UBT) and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS). The people of Mumbai did not respond. Go and see the numbers; both roads were empty. There were neither UBT leaders nor MNS leaders. The rest were sponsored people against the BJP, which is the ruling party in the state, and then there were people with a leftist ideology. This protest completely failed. There was no response, Darekar said. Darekar went on to express gratitude to the citizens of Mumbai for not backing the demonstration. I thank the people of Mumbai. This is the soil of Mumbai, the land of Maharashtra. This is the land of Chhatrapati Shivaji Mahara...
CJP protest in Mumbai: FIR against Abhijeet Dipke, 400-500 unidentified people
A local resident filed a complaint alleging that despite no police permission, hundreds gathered unlawfully to protest alleged voter roll irregularities
While Gaza Dominates The UN, These Are The People Keeping It Alive
At the UN General Assembly, Spains Pedro Snchez condemned the genocide that Netanyahu continues to perpetrate in Gaza. Guterres described a scale of killing and destruction unlike anything I have witnessed. Dozens of delegates walked out as Netanyahu approached the podium. But Gaza does not have the luxury of time. While words reverberate, children are []
Oscar Wildes famous quote on love from The Picture of Dorian Gray offers a sharp view of romance, suggesting that people first deceive themselves before eventually deceiving others. Spoken by Lord Henry Wotton, the line reflects Wildes wider interest in love, appearances and human nature, while also connecting with themes explored in his other works. The quote of the day remains striking for the way it challenges the idealised idea of romance and turns it into a reflection on illusion and self-deception.
Cong failing to fulfil peoples basic needs, says Harish
Insulting peoples mandate is Congress old habit: BJP
Shivraj Chouhan accuses Kharge of attacking constitutional institutions; defends appointment process of Election Commissioners and reliability of EVMs
Opinion: Blog | From Swachh To Swasth: 13 Years Of A Campaign, And People Who Make It Matter
A clean India meant a healthy India, and a healthy India meant a stronger, more productive and more prosperous country.
Neuroplasticity is the brains ability to adapt, reorganise and develop brand new neural pathways through life. According to Dr Rudraprosad Chakraborty, the brain remains dynamic rather than fixed. Simple activities, such as brushing teeth with the non-dominant hand, can challenge established neural patterns, stimulate new connections and boost creative and cognitive abilities.
Pakistan summons Indian diplomat, protests killing of two people by BSF
BSF troops on Friday shot dead two suspected Pakistani intruders along the International Border in Punjab's Tarn Taran district, officials say; the identities of the two deceased are being ascertained
Pakistan summons Indian diplomat, protests killing of two people by BSF
BSF troops on Friday shot dead two suspected Pakistani intruders along the International Border in Punjab's Tarn Taran district, officials say; the identities of the two deceased are being ascertained
Pakistan summons Indian diplomat, protests killing of 2 people by BSF
Pakistan summoned Indias Charge dAffaires on Saturday to protest the killing of two people by BSF personnel near the Punjab border, calling them civilians and denying they were intruders. Indian officials said the two men crossed into Indian territory despite warnings and were shot after allegedly provoking troops.
Praja Seva gets legal aid centre to help people resolve court cases: Karnataka Chief Minister
Legal aid representatives will be present along with government officials during the programmes to guide people on legal issues, Shivakumar says
Coast Guard searches for missing jet carrying 6 people off Nantucket
The U.S. Coast Guard is searching off the coast of Nantucket for a missing jet carrying six people after it went missing the morning of Oct. 3. The jet, a Gulfstream G-100, lost contact with flight controllers early in the morning, the Coast Guard's Northeast District said. The Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement to USA TODAY that it issued a search and rescue alert notice for the jet at about 1:20 a.m. local time. The six people on board were flying from L.F. Wade International Airport in Bermuda to Boston Logan International Airport, the FAA said. Authorities are searching with air and surface crews off the coast of Nantucket, the island south of Cape Cod. Bermuda is nearly 700 miles from Nantucket. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Coast Guard searches for missing jet carrying 6 people off Nantucket This article originally appeared on USA TODAY at https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2026/10/03/coast-guard-seach-jet-nantucket/92074905007/
Cyberabad SHE Teams Nab 37 People for Harassing Women
The SHE Teams received 15 complaints from women victims through various modes
Indian police detain several people in Gen Z-led protests against voter roll changes
Indian police detained several people in
BJP Stealing Voting Rights Of Poor People: CM DK Shivakumar
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Saturday alleged that attempts were being made to steal the voting rights of poor people by seeking deletion of their names from electoral rolls.
Agartala, October 03, 2026: Transport and Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury on Friday chaired a preparatory meeting at the conference hall of the West Tripura District Magistrates office to ensure the smooth and coordinated implementation of the upcoming Seva Jyoti Yatra programme. The meeting brought together officials and representatives from various administrative departments, police, Agartala Municipal... The post Seva Jyoti Yatra to Take Government Welfare Message to People, Says Tripura Minister Sushanta Chowdhury first appeared on Northeast Today .
People of Purpose: Aarshiya Das
Aarshiya Das and her co-founders are building a community-led education model combining dropout prevention, foundational learning and STEM pathways in Pune.
Why some people never feel like they fit in, according to psychology
Individuals who experience exclusion often grapple with feelings of inadequacy and struggle with self-acceptance. For children, social interactions play a pivotal role in shaping their identities and self-esteem. Even as adults, past experiences can resurface, impacting current perceptions of belonging. It is vital to differentiate between internal insecurities and external rejection. Recognizing that certain environments may not align with personal values can promote healthier relationships and enhance self-valuation.
AI will boost opportunity, free people to focus on larger purpose: Prem Watsa tells HPS students
Spain bar collapses: 11 injured after building traps 25-30 people inside
Rahul Gandhi Launches 'Satyagraha' Portal; Urged People to Register Their Protests
Satyagraha platform will help people where truth is being crushed and bring these voices together on one map, says Rahul Gandhi
Relief for Musk's xAI as US court blocks Minnesota law on AI nudes of real people
Relief for Musk's xAI as US court blocks Minnesota law on AI nudes of real people
Our whole attention is on drought-hit people, says NCP-SP chief Sharad Pawar
Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) chief Sharad Pawar on Saturday said his party
People are deserting it: why are London mansions struggling to sell?
Which Indian City Had 1 Lakh Plus People In 1700s?
An urban map of the largest cities in the world, by population, in the early 1700s looked almost empty by today's standards.
FACT FOCUS: What people are alleging in a Cornell University fraternity gang rape case
Allegations that a group of men gang raped a Cornell University student at a fraternity house in 2024 have drawn online speculation about what the school and authorities did and criticism that no charges were filed
From fake promotional offers and cancellation OTPs to urgent calls from strangers, cyber fraudsters are finding new ways to trick even well-educated people. Heres how scammers exploit fear, stress and urgency, and what you can do to protect yourself from financial fraud.
Cornell rape accuser is under siege as people online try to identify her, lawyer says
[Getty Images] The lawyer for the woman who alleges she was raped at a Cornell University fraternity house says she is not doing well as she finds herself under siege from online sleuths seeking to identity her. Thomas Giuffra said the woman known in legal documents as Jane Doe was incapable of consent because she was completely, grossly intoxicated when she turned up at the home where she says the assault took place. The woman alleges she was raped by seven men at the campus in Ithaca, New York, in 2024. No charges were initially filed in the case. It has reopened since she filed a civil lawsuit that thrust the claims into the national spotlight, reigniting the possibility of criminal charges. In an interview on Friday with CNN, Giuffra said: She's under siege on social media where people are trying to identify her. He said that postings have incorrectly identified other woman as Doe. Watch: New York governor blasts handling of Cornell rape inquiry In an interview with CBS, the BBC's US partner, Giuffra argued that his client, aged 20 at the time, was unable to provide consent because she was intoxicated when she arrived at the fraternity house. Giuffra said she had been pressured into taking the drug ketamine before she was allegedly raped. His comments came as New York Governor Kathy Hochul appointed the state's top prosecutor, Attorney General Letitia James, to take over the investigation. At a news conference on Friday, Hochul said she had lost faith in the county prosecutor's ability to oversee the case. This young woman had already endured something that is utterly unspeakable, and then at every turn she was failed by people and institutions with an obligation to protect her, Hochul said. She also vowed to close a loophole of state law that makes it difficult to press rape charges if an alleged victim voluntarily consumes alcohol or drugs. Cornell students voice frustration at public hearing over rape case Social media feeds are filled with women trying to shield the Cornell accuser's identity by posting videos of themselves under the title I am Jane Doe. As well as seeking to complicate internet searches for her name, the messages of solidarity included clips of women detailing their own experiences of sexual assault. Efforts to rally round Jane Doe gathered pace after a political commentator vowed to unmask her, arguing it was unfair for her to remain anonymous while the men are publicly named despite not being charged with a crime. Online sleuths have also tried to locate the addresses of the so-called Cornell Seven, leading to at least one case of mistaken identity. An active-duty US Marine Corps sergeant who had the same name as one of the men was incorrectly served the woman's lawsuit, leading to a torrent of abuse and threats, according to the Free Press . This article originally appeared on BBC at https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c6ly0ljypzrdo?xtor=AL-72-%5Bpartner%5D-%5Byahoo.north.america%5D-%5Bheadline%5D-%5Bnews%5D-%5Bbizdev%5D-%5Bisapi%5D
Salman Khurshid says stripping evicted people of voting rights is unconstitutional
The News Mill
People in the UK: how is the cost of diesel affecting you?
Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu calls for peoples participation to make cleanliness a social movement
Asserting that sanitation is not merely the responsibility of the government, the Chief Minister says the government is working towards zero garbage and converting waste into manure, biogas and electricity
NY governor says Cornell rape accuser was 'failed' by people obligated to protect her
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said Friday that a woman who alleges she was drugged and raped by multiple fraternity members at Cornell University in 2024 was failed by those obligated to protect her. Hochuls comments came a day after announcing she had lost faith in the district attorney overseeing the Cornell University rape case and appointed New York Attorney General Letitia James as the special prosecutor to oversee the investigation. In what world would the police learn from a victim that she'd been literally gang raped while intoxicated by five men in a fraternity house and not elevate those allegations to the district attorney? Hochul said at a press conference. In what world does the district attorney not even interview her or anyone else involved or even request the full transcript? Tompkins County District Attorney Matthew Van Houten has come under intense scrutiny in recent days over his decision not to prosecute anyone when the initial allegations were made in 2024. In a civil lawsuit filed last month against the school and seven current and former fraternity members, a former student identified as Jane Doe alleged that she was the victim of a gang rape at the Chi Phi fraternity on Cornell's Ithaca, N.Y., campus on Oct. 19, 2024. She said she was already intoxicated when she arrived and was given ketamine before and during the alleged assault. She reported the incident to campus police three weeks later. Van Houten, who earlier this week reopened a criminal investigation into the case based on new information in the lawsuit, said in a statement the woman's first account to police didn't include allegations that she was drugged against her will or gang raped. On the contrary, Jane Doe's statement described her participation in drug use and sexual conduct as voluntary, conscious, and consensual, Van Houten said. My office obviously did not and could not have based our November 2024 decision on the allegations in a civil lawsuit that would not be filed until nearly two years later. On Tuesday, CBS New York published excerpts from a Nov. 14, 2024, interview with police, in which Jane Doe asserted, I can say with 100% confidence I was raped. Van Houten said he was not provided with a transcript of her interview before his office decided not to pursue charges. I'm going to follow up on this because this is news to me, Van Houten told CBS. If she had said those words, we certainly would want to have explored that more. Like I said, that wasn't provided to me. Cornell University Police vehicles are seen on campus on Sept. 29. Reuters / REUTERS According to ABC News , Jane Doe told the school's investigators that she felt like bait on the night of the alleged assault. I felt like lions around me, she said during a 2025 hearing. It just was a totally debilitating place to be in. The comments were included in a 99-page report prepared by the university as part of its Title IX investigation, per ABC. The report also included comments from a fraternity member who Cornell's investigation concluded did not engage in the assault but was found responsible for attempted sexual exploitation. I was sorry that maybe if it wasn't consensual and she was victimized, I was sorry for not stopping it, the fraternity members said, according to ABC. Two of the men have released statements through their lawyers denying they participated in a sexual assault, according to the Associated Press. Cornell University issued a statement pushing back against claims that the school did not thoroughly punish those involved in the alleged assault. Any suggestion that the university did not impose consequential punishments for those involved is false, the university said. A continuation of the false narrative that there were minimal consequences in this case is irresponsible, will make survivors feel less safe and supported, and will perpetuate the underreporting of sexual assault. Hochul announced on Wednesday that Cornell had agreed to initiate an independent review of its initial response to the allegations. What does the lawsuit allege? The Chi Phi fraternity house at Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., is seen on Sept. 28. AP Photo/Heather Ainsworth On Sept. 14, Jane Doe filed a civil lawsuit against Cornell University and seven members of the Chi Phi fraternity, alleging that she was the victim of a gang rape at the fraternity house when she was incapable of consent and that the school failed to protect her from sexual predators on its campus. The defendants named in the lawsuit include Cornell, the seven fraternity members, the Chi Phi fraternity, the woman's own sorority, Delta Delta Delta, and an off-campus bar that allegedly served her alcohol. She is seeking unspecified compensatory and punitive damages resulting from sustained psychological injuries, severe emotional distress, along with pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment of life. According to her lawsuit, Jane Doe was a 20-year-old student at the school in October 2024 when she went to visit a friend at the fraternity house on Cornell's Ithaca, N.Y., campus while intoxicated. Shortly after arriving, Jane Doe alleged that she was pressured by two fraternity brothers into snorting what they said was ketamine before sexually assaulting her. One of the men then allegedly sent a message to the fraternity's Snapchat group suggesting that she was available for sex. A screengrab of part of the chat was included in the lawsuit. According to the complaint, multiple other members of the fraternity showed up, and she was raped for hours. The Snapchat was disgusting and vulgar and immoral, Van Houten told ABC News. But the question that we analyzed was, did Jane Doe consent to what happened? And the law in New York state is clear: That if you are voluntarily intoxicated, or under the influence of drugs such that your judgment is impaired, that does not legally under the penal law constitute your inability to consent. During the alleged assault, the fraternity members began pouring lines of Ketamine all over her body and snorting them, according to the complaint. At around 5:45 AM, this assault concluded and Plaintiff lost consciousness, the lawsuit stated. About three weeks later, on Nov. 8, 2024, Jane Doe reported the incident to the university's police department. According to ABC News , Jane Doe told police in a sworn statement on Nov. 15, 2024, that the incident felt like coercion, and that at one point she said no to the foursome one of the fraternity brothers had proposed. She also stated: I felt like I was unable to make any decision because of how intoxicated I was. According to the New York Times , she told Cornell's Title IX investigators that she did not consider herself a victim until she saw the incident being discussed in an online forum. Are Chi Phi brothers Crips or Bloods because I hear they have been doing hell Gang Banging? one user wrote. They do drugs and gang r*ped a sophomore, wrote another. That's the first time I had ever heard the narrative change that I wasn't a whore and that I was assaulted, Jane Doe told investigators, per the Times. One of the accused men's lawyers told NBC that his client made an immature comment on Snapchat, but did nothing else. What was Cornell's response? A student walks past a Cornell University sign in Ithaca, N.Y., on Sept. 28. AP Photo/Heather Ainsworth Cornell's months-long Title IX investigation included at least 12 hearings, according to the lawsuit, which said that the accused fraternity members were afforded the opportunity to mitigate their conduct by submitting essays to Cornell. Two of the seven accused fraternity members were ultimately expelled, while the others received lesser sanctions, according to the complaint. Jane Doe dropped out of school. According to CBS, two were suspended for at least two semesters. Cornell denies that students only had to write essays as a disciplinary measure. Last week, Cornell issued a statement saying that it had concluded its Title IX investigation but would not disclose individual sanctions, citing federal privacy laws. The Cornell Office of Civil Rights and the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards investigated and adjudicated the allegations consistent with university policies. The Xi chapter ofChi Phifraternity remains barred from our campus, the statement said: Federal privacy law prohibits Cornell from disclosing specific information regarding individualstudents and we therefore are unable tomakea public statement on any other disciplinary response.Violations of university policies could lead to sanctions up to and including suspensionor expulsion.We will respondin detailthrough the legal process. The university also pointed out that it launched a task force on campus sexual assault in the wake of the incident and issued a report in March with recommendations for an environment that fosters sexual health and safety. Several of the recommendations have already beenimplemented, while others are in development with oversight by a university implementation committee, Cornell said. According to USA Today , more than 1,200 incidents of sexual assault, domestic and dating violence and stalking were reported to Cornell University's Title IX from 2018 through 2024. Of those, 14 cases resulted in suspensions, while seven ended in expulsion or dismissal, per the paper. Cornell takes each report seriously and, to the greatest extent possible, honors a complainant's decision not to pursue resolution, Rebecca Valli, a Cornell spokesperson, said in a statement to USA Today. The university provides support and resources regardless of whether the respondent is subject to our conduct processes, and regardless of whether a complainant consents to an investigation. Reactions to the allegations Florence Pugh attends an event for Netflix's East of Eden in New York City on Sept. 27. Jason Mendez via Getty Images The harrowing allegations revealed in Jane Doe's lawsuit prompted reactions from several celebrities, including Florence Pugh, who posted a lengthy response on Instagram calling for men to speak out against sexual violence. This is really the moment where we need our men to be as horrified and as sickened as us, Pugh wrote. You need to be leading conversations about how we change the allowance and complicity of this behaviour as much as we are. How can you expect us to trust that it's 'not all men' when in moments like this, many of you stay quiet? In an expletive-laden Instagram post , actor Josh Gad tore into Cornell, seizing on allegations in the civil lawsuit that the fraternity members were required to write essays as part of the adjudication process. When we start setting a precedent that our girls and women can be brutally raped, and the resulting disciplinary action is to hand out (checks notes) ESSAYS (like it's Bart Simpson being a lil' rascal), about why it was wrong to brutally violate an innocent girl, we have lost our f***ing minds, Gad wrote. Toby Morton, a former South Park writer, launched a website, TheCornell7.org , dedicated to holding the school and the accused fraternity members accountable. Accountability is coming, Morton wrote on Instagram . View this post on Instagram Mariska Hargitay posted a joint statement on Instagram with the Joyful Heart Foundation, which supports survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and child abuse, with a quote from a scathing editorial by the Cornell Daily Sun . Arrest them, Heated Rivalry star Hudson Williams wrote in an Instagram story while sharing a photo of the seven accused men, according to Variety . F*** them and f*** Cornell, too! he added. At a town hall in Ithaca, N.Y., earlier this week, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a New York Democrat, said that the culture of rape, sexual assault and pedophilia is protected in elite institutions across the United States, including Cornell. Jane Doe, that survivor, lost her education because you can't stay in school when something like that happens to you, Ocasio-Cortez told the crowd . She had to lose her education, and those men were protected by an institution and granted an Ivy League degree as a reward. Never again. She also had a message to Jane Doe and other survivors of sexual assault. I want you to know that you are not defined by the things that have happened to you, Ocasio-Cortez said. You are bigger than that. You are stronger than them. And they will never define you for your entire life. And that you can achieve anything that you want to achieve, from one survivor to another. This article originally appeared on Yahoo News at https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/article/cornell-rape-case-new-york-governor-removes-da-from-investigation-says-jane-doe-was-failed-by-police-and-prosecutor-183826467.html
In a wave of dissent, protests erupted in Mumbai and Delhi against the Election Commission over alleged electoral wrongdoings. CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke anticipated a substantial turnout, stressing the critical nature of voting rights. Actor Shabana Azmi underscored how the Constitution safeguards these rights. Meanwhile, opposition leaders called for the ousting of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Authorities detained several protesters in Delhi due to strict prohibitory measures in place.
MLA praises Congress government for its pro-people programme, welcomes workers from BJP and JD(s)
Yadgir MLA credits the former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah-led administration for fulfilling its election promises by implementing the five major guarantee schemes
Two active magma reservoirs may lie beneath Masaya volcano, near 2 million people
Masaya volcano in Nicaragua sits within 13 miles (21 kilometers) of 2 million people and is a popular tourist destination due to its lava lake. Penn State researchers recently found evidence of two new magma sources under the active volcano, highlighting what they called the critical importance of understanding transitions in volcanic behavior and shallow magma processes, especially when they potentially pose hazards to local communities.
INDIA bloc leaders in Bihar urge people to unite, save Constitution
CPI (ML) L General Secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya alleged that elections are being influenced in favour of the Bharatiya Janata Party under the leadership of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
Dog bites over 40 people in East Burdwan in one day
There is a way to look after people, the planet
Calista Flockharts humorous quote about her age gives a thoughtful perception on privacy, honesty and personal boundaries. Her witty retort also reminds us its okay to not share all of ourselves with others, and that its not the same as lying. It emphasizes the value of confidence, self-respect and the freedom to choose what we share with others.
Stalin Slams Vijay Over Price Rise, Asks if He Is Aware of People's Plight Amid 'MLA Shopping'
Targeting the state government, Stalin said the prices of essential commodities had risen sharply over the past four months, leaving ordinary households struggling to meet their daily expenses
Watch: Prakash Raj: 13 crore voters are on the streets; SIR has disenfranchised people
How many will you shut? People will come running: CJPs Saurav Das on 12 Delhi Metro station closures
IDB Approves $70 Million to Improve Drinking Water for 345,000 People in Honduras
Families in Honduras
On the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, his sons and former MPs Anil Shastri and Sunil Shastri paid tribute to him, recalling his simplicity, honesty and the enduring relevance of his slogan
Kin of Manipurs 49 people missing since 2023 ethnic conflict to get 10 lakh each
The one-time assistance is a special humanitarian measure, government spokesperson Sapam Ranjan Singh says after a Cabinet meeting on Thursday
