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30 People Identified As Accused In Chargesheet
Two Accused Belong To Survivors Village
Ensure UninterruptedPower Supply To giveRespite From Heat
All Three Arrested Within 3 Days Of Rescue, Say Cops
A 17-year-old tourist from Sonbhadra died on Sunday after an alleged scuffle with private security guards at Varanasi's Namo Ghat. The altercation reportedly escalated from an argument over an issue at the ramp gate. Police have detained four individuals for questioning in connection with the incident.
Two individuals from Indore, posing as a couple, were apprehended at Varanasi airport with nearly 20 kg of hydroponic weed. Arriving from Bangkok, their suspicious travel history and inconsistent statements led to their arrest. Authorities discovered the contraband, valued at approximately Rs 20 crore, hidden in their luggage. Investigations are ongoing to identify the source and intended recipients.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered uninterrupted power supply amid soaring temperatures and demand. He stressed accountability in the distribution system and directed officials to maximize generation capacity and strengthen the transmission network. The state has significantly increased its power generation capacity and is implementing measures to improve consumer services and billing efficiency.
Sambhal district in Uttar Pradesh is experiencing a surge in dog and monkey bites, attributed to aggressive animal behavior exacerbated by extreme heat. Officials are intensifying sterilization drives and dog-catching operations, while the District Magistrate indicated potential culling of dangerous animals as per Supreme Court directives.
Green Gas Limited has successfully connected the Maa Sita Rasoi within the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi mandir complex in Ayodhya to its piped natural gas (PNG) network. This transition marks a shift away from LPG use for the kitchen facility. The inauguration was led by GGL's managing director and director (commercial), with approximately 2.5 km of pipeline laid for the connection.