MP bans Coldrif cough syrup after nine children die of suspected kidney failure within a month
BHOPAL: The Madhya Pradesh government on Saturday banned the sale of Coldrif syrup following the deaths of nine children due to suspected kidney infections in Chhindwara district since 7 September. The deaths of children in Chhindwara due to Coldrif syrup are extremely tragic. The sale of this syrup has been banned across Madhya Pradesh. A ban is also being imposed on other products manufactured by the same company, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav stated on X. The syrup was produced at a factory in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. Following the incident, the Madhya Pradesh government requested the Tamil Nadu government to conduct an inquiry. The investigation report was received this morning, and strict action has been taken, Yadav said. In response to the tragedy, action has also been initiated at the local level. A team has been constituted at the state level to further investigate the matter. The Chief Minister added that those found guilty would not be spared. According to officials, nine children have died since 7 September due to suspected renal failure. At present, 13 children including eight from Chhindwara and Nagpur are undergoing treatment. Tamil Nadu bans Coldrif cough syrup after death of eight children in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan
CAQM empowers DCs to take penal action against govt officials who fail to curb stubble burning
CHANDIGARG: To check stubble burning, the Deputy Commissioners in Punjab, Haryana, several districts of Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh falling under the National Capital Region (NCR), and Delhi have been empowered to take penal action against government officials who fail to curb the menace by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). Meanwhile, the Punjab Government has also whipped farmers who indulged in crop-residue burning, with over 95 cases registered and 35 'red entries' in land records. A red entry bars farmers from availing loans, mortgaging or selling land, and obtaining gun licenses. The farmers' unions slammed the state government for its crackdown against farmers and warned of protests. The paddy stubble burning peaks in October and November as it coincides with seasonal deterioration, creating the most polluted days of the year. Flying squad teams to monitor stubble burning hotspots in Punjab, Haryana, CAQM intensifies measures Directions issued on October 1 by Dr Virinder Sharma Member (Technical) of Commission for Air Quality Management, reads, he Commission, through direction 84 dated October 10, 2024 had authorised the Deputy Commissioners / District Collectors / District Magistrates in the States of Punjab, Haryana, NCR areas of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh and in the NCT of Delhi to file a complaint/ prosecution before jurisdictional judicial magistrate, in case of inaction in respect of officials, responsible for effective enforcement towards ensuring elimination of paddy stubble burning in their respective jurisdiction. To ensure the complete elimination of paddy stubble burning, it has been felt necessary to strengthen the concerned authorities by empowering them to initiate penal action against officials found responsible for inaction or failure in the effective monitoring and enforcement of measures aimed at eliminating paddy stubble burning within their respective jurisdictions, it stated. The District administrations and the State Governments are expected to maintain constant and strict vigil towards elimination of paddy stubble burning, it concluded. As per the data from the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), Punjab has recorded 95 incidents so far this harvest season compared with 179 during the same period last year, the lowest in six years. Meanwhile, the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) has imposed environmental compensation worth Rs 2.45 lakh in 95 cases and recovered Rs 1.90 lakh. Also, 53 FIRs have been registered by the state police, including 23 in Amritsar, under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for disobedience of lawful orders. Supreme Court tells Centre to consider jail term for stubble burning to curb menace The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has also deployed a flying squad of 22 scientists in Punjab to monitor and curb farm fires. Every winter, air pollution in Delhi-NCR worsens due to meteorological conditions, including slower wind speeds and falling temperatures. This move comes against the backdrop of the Supreme Court recently urging a tougher stance on the practice. Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee leader Sarwan Singh Pandher alleged that farmers were being deliberately targeted while no action is being taken against industries, which contribute the maximum to environmental pollution. He condemned the action of registration of FIRs against farmers, red entries and imposition of fine. Pandher said many small farmers could not afford to buy crop residue management machinery. He said the KMSC will burn the effigies of the state government and the Centre on October 6 over the issue of action against farmers for stubble burning and demand adequate compensation for flood-hit farmers. Bharti Kisan Union general secretary Sukhdev Singh Kokirkalan said the government should give Rs 2,500 per acre to farmers for stubble management. Apparently, he said farmers do not want to set the stubble on fire but they do it out of 'compulsion'. Samyukta Kisan Morcha leader Raminder Singh Patiala said the government should give Rs 200 per quintal to farmers for stubble management. He highlighted that the government should provide CRM machinery to farmers. It is not feasible for small farmers to buy these machines.
The Ministry of Health confirmed Coldrif Cough Syrup from Sresan Pharma's Kanchipuram unit contained diethylene glycol (DEG) above permissible limits, following investigations into child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Tamil Nadu banned its sale, halting production. Authorities initiated risk-based inspections and advised against prescribing cough syrup to children under two.
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has ordered a detailed probe into the matter along with effective action
Rajasthan Suspends Drug Controller Amid Cough Syrup Row
The Rajasthan government has suspended the state drug controller and halted the distribution of medicines manufactured by Jaipur-based company Kaysons Pharma, officials said.
Wangchuks brother, LAB legal advisor to meet him in Jodhpur jail today
SRI NAGAR: Ladakh activist Wangchuks brother and Leh Apex Body's legal advisor Haji Ghulam Mustafa have been granted access to meet him at Jodhpur central jail in Rajasthan on Saturday. Wanghuck, leading agitation for the sixth Schedule and statehood in Ladakh, was arrested by police on September 26, two days after violence in Leh during a protest that left four persons dead and 80 others injured in one of the worst violence in Ladakh. Following his arrest, Wangchuk was booked under the stringent National Security Act (NSA) and shifted to Jodhpur Central Jail in Rajasthan. Notably, Gitanjali Angmo, the wife of Wangchuk and her lawyer have also been granted access to meet the jailed climate activist. Wangchuks wife has moved the Supreme Court to challenge her husbands detention. I have sought relief from the Supreme Court of India through a Habeas Corpus petition against @Wangchuk66s detention, Gitanjali posted on X. She filed the habeas corpus petition in the apex court on Thursday. Gitanjali has also written to President Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah seeking the immediate release of her jailed husband and alleged that the State and its agencies were hounding them. After the September 24 violence in Leh, Wangchuk has been accused by MHA of inciting violence through his provocative speeches while the police is probing his alleged Pakistani links. The MHA has also cancelled land allotment to Himalayan Institute of Alternative Learning (HIAL), which Wangchuk co-founded with his wife, Dr Gitanjali Angmo. The MHA has also cancelled the FCRA licence of Wangchuks NGO Students Educational Movement of Ladakh (SECMOL) over alleged violations. The normalcy is returning to the violence-hit Leh as curfew is being relaxed for the whole day in Leh and the schools upto 8thstandard were reopened yesterday. However, mobile internet and public Wi-Fi remains suspended in the district since the September 24 violence. Lt Governor Ladakh Kavinder Gupta, while chairing a security review meeting underlined that the return of normalcy will be accompanied by renewed thrust on development. Peace and development must go hand in hand for building a prosperous Ladakh, he said, adding that the UT administration will accelerate the implementation of infrastructure projects, strengthen livelihood opportunities, and focus on sectors such as education, healthcare, renewable energy, and tourism to ensure inclusive growth across the region. Gupta directed the administration and security agencies to remain alert, responsive, and adopt a people-friendly approach in their functioning. He also directed to ensure safety, security, and well-being of every resident of Ladakh is the topmost priority of the UT administration.
Amid Probe In Cough Syrup Row, Rajasthan Suspends Drug Controller For Manipulating Laws
Rajasthan suspended Rajaram Sharma for shielding Kayson Pharma after cough syrup deaths. CM Bhajan Lal Sharma ordered a probe and stopped distribution.
The action was taken regarding the quality of cough syrup distributed under the Chief Ministers Free Medicine Scheme and the irresponsible approach adopted in determining drug standards
TN Bans Coldrif Cough Syrup After Child Deaths in MP, Rajasthan
The advisory, issued by the Directorate General of Health Services, comes amid reports of child deaths allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrups
The Rajasthan government has suspended its drug controller and halted all Kaysons Pharma medicine distribution following 11 child deaths linked to contaminated cough syrup. An investigation is underway, and an expert committee will probe the incident. Authorities are also implementing stricter safety guidelines for Dextromethorphan and clear warning labels on harmful drugs.
Wellness the Ayurvedic way; Taking Rajasthani crafts global
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A widow won a Rajasthan High Court case for her husband's family pension and gratuity, 24 years after his 1990 death. Despite his emporary appointment, the court ruled his selection process was regular, entitling dependents to benefits under Rule 268A if the employee worked over one year. The court ordered payment of arrears with 9% interest, dismissing the delay objection.
Now, 12 kids deaths linked to cough syrup in MP, Raj; Centre issues advisory
Alarm bells are ringing as 12 children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan died following complications from cough syrup use, prompting a central advisory against prescribing such medications to children under two. While the Union health ministry found no contamination in MP samples, the cause of kidney failure remains a mystery. Rajasthan also reported deaths, banning a specific syrup pending investigation.
Clear salary of comatose officer within 7 days: HC to commercial taxes dept
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File complaints againstlax officials over stubble burning:CAQM todistrict officials
New directive aims at strengthening fight against air pollution,empowers top district head across Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, U.P., and Delhi to directly move courts against erring officials
Across India, only two high courts fully staffed; Allahabad tops with 76 vacancies
NEW DELHI: High Courts across India are grappling with 330 vacant judge positions out of a total sanctioned strength of 1,122, causing mounting delays and affecting millions of litigants, according to the Department of Justice data as of September 1, 2025. The Allahabad High Court has the highest number of vacancies at 76, including 35 permanent and 41 additional judges. Other major High Courts with significant gaps include Bombay (26), Punjab and Haryana (25), Calcutta (24), Madras (19), Patna (18), Delhi (16), and Rajasthan (7). Uttarakhand has two vacancies, Tripura has one. Out of 25 states, only the High Courts of Sikkim and Meghalaya are functioning at their full sanctioned strength. Data from the National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG) shows over 67 lakh pending cases across High Courts and more than 60,000 in the Supreme Court. While the Supreme Court operates at full strength of 34 judges, including the Chief Justice of India, High Courts struggle with excessive workloads. Experts attribute the shortage to delays in the appointment process at both the Collegium and government levels, with repeated recommendations sometimes facing executive resistance or remaining unaddressed for months. Former High Court judges and legal experts say that the high vacancy rates in High Courts are a major obstacle to the justice system, causing delays and contributing to growing case backlogs. Retired Patna High Court Judge and legal expert, Justice Anajana Prakash, talking to the TNIE , said that the pendency of filling up judges' posts in HCs added to the woes of the disposal of cases, and as a result, ultimately, litigants suffer for this. The filling up of judges' posts in HCs should be addressed expeditiously. Until and unless the judiciary and the centre decide and deliberate upon this issue, the case disposal rate won't increase, which will ultimately affect the litigants at the state level, she said. Former Allahabad High Court Judge Justice S.R. Singh told the TNIE that judge vacancies in High Courts are a major concern, causing hardship for litigants. Vacancies of judges lead to an unnecessary workload for existing judges, which can compromise the quality of judgments and cause burnout. So a judicious choice must be there to appoint judges keeping in view the pendency across HCs, he said. The vacancies include 161 permanent posts and 169 additional (temporary) posts, the latter appointed by the President for a maximum of two years to address temporary workload spikes.
Putin looks forward to India visit to meet 'friend Modi'
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Centre warns against cough syrups for children under 2 years after deaths in two states
The Centre has issued an advisory to all states and Union Territories, directing that cough and cold medications should not be prescribed to children under the age of two years. The advisory, issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), comes amid reports of child deaths allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrups in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan . Meanwhile, the Union Health Ministry noted none of the tested syrup samples in Madhya Pradesh contained Diethylene Glycol (DEG) or Ethylene Glycol (EG) -- contaminants that are known to cause serious kidney injury . The DGHS, which comes under the health ministry, said in the advisory that cough syrups are generally not recommended for children below five years. For those older, their use should be based on careful clinical evaluation, close supervision, strict adherence to appropriate dosing, the shortest effective duration, and avoiding multiple drug combinations, it said. Further, people may also be sensitised regarding adherence to prescriptions by doctors, the advisory issued by Dr Sunita Sharma of the DGHS said. It reiterated judicious and rational prescribing and dispensing of cough syrups for children. Most acute cough illnesses in children are self-limiting and often resolve without pharmacological intervention. Non-pharmacological measures, including adequate hydration, rest, and supportive measures, should be the first-line approach, it said. Acute renal failure caused deaths of nine kids after suspected cough syrup poisoning in MP The advisory asked all healthcare facilities and clinical establishments to ensure the procurement and dispensing of products manufactured under Good Manufacturing Practices and formulated with pharmaceutical-grade excipients. Sensitisation of prescribers and dispensers across public and private sectors is essential to uphold these standards of care. It is requested that all state/UT Health Departments, District Health Authorities, and all Clinical Establishments/healthcare facilities under your jurisdiction should implement and disseminate this advisory across government dispensaries, PHCs, CHCs, district hospitals, and medical institutions, the advisory said. Earlier in the day, the health ministry said a joint team comprising representatives from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), National Institute of Virology (NIV), Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), among others, visited the site in Madhya Pradesh to collect samples of various cough syrups amid reports linking the recent deaths of children to the consumption of cough syrups. According to the test results, none of the samples contained Diethylene Glycol (DEG) or Ethylene Glycol (EG), contaminants that are known to cause serious kidney injury, the ministry said. The Madhya Pradesh State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) also tested three samples and confirmed the absence of DEG/EG, it added. Further, blood/CSF samples were tested by the National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune, for common pathogens. One case was found positive for Leptospirosis, the ministry said. Samples of water, entomological vectors, and respiratory specimens are under further investigation by National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI), NIV Pune, and other laboratories, it said. A multi-disciplinary team comprising experts from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), NIV, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), AIIMS-Nagpur, and state health authorities is investigating all possible causes behind the reported cases. On reports of two child deaths in Rajasthan because of contaminated cough syrup consumption, the ministry clarified that the product in question does not contain Propylene Glycol -- a possible source of DEG/EG contamination, it said. Additionally, the product under reference is a Dextromethorphan-based formulation, which is not recommended for paediatric use, it said. Tamil Nadu bans Coldrif cough syrup after death of eight children in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan
Tamil Nadu Bans 'Coldrif' Cough Syrup After Child Deaths In Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan
The Tamil Nadu government has banned the sale of cough syrup 'Coldrif' and ordered its removal from the market following suspicions linking it to the death of 11 children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
Former Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Girraj Prasad Tiwari passes away at 105
Former CM Ashok Gehlot said Mr. Tiwari, who lived a splendid life up to the age of 105, was an example of discipline and vivacity
Cough syrup concerns following deaths in MP, Rajasthan: Centre advises judicious use for children
Reports indicate 11 deaths. Central team says cough syrup samples were not contaminated
JAIPUR: A two-year-old in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, has died after consuming cough syrup , Cipra, from the Chief Minister's free medicine scheme. This is the third child death in the past fortnight linked to the same syrup. Earlier, a two-year-old in Bayana and a five-year-old in Sikar also died. In the latest case from Luhasa village in Bharatpur, two-year-old Tirthraj allegedly died after consuming the cough syrup. His father, Nihal Singh, claims that on September 23rd, when the child had a minor cough and cold, he was taken to the Government Sub-District Hospital, where he was given the cough syrup. When his condition worsened, he was taken back to the hospital. A little later, Tirthraj was referred to Bharatpur and after that to Jaipur. The two-year-old child finally died during treatment at Jaipur's JK Lon Hospital on September 27th. The government had set up a three-member committee to probe the child deaths. However, instead of taking strict action against those responsible, efforts are now underway to clear Caresons Pharma's Dextromethorphan HBR syrup, which is being blamed for the fatalities. The Medical Department, releasing its first report on the case, claimed that doctors did not prescribe the syrup to the deceased children; their families administered the syrup when they fell ill, which improved their health. But subsequently, their condition worsened and they died. This virtually amounts to a clean chit to officials, doctors and the company that supplied the questionable cough syrup. But with a second child death in Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharmas home district of Bharatpur, public anger and the pressure to nab the culprits have intensified.
Stop terrorism if you want a place in geography, Army chief warns Pakistan
General Dwivedi reviews operational readiness in Rajasthans Anupgarh, urges soldiers to remain fully prepared for action
Ravana Effigy's Face Refuses To Burn During Dussehra Celebrations In Kota
A towering Ravana effigy, erected to be burnt as part of Dussehra celebrations, stood with its face intact even after the rest of it was set ablaze in Kota, Rajasthan.
MP Sports Festival In Jaipur From October 15
Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Jaipur lawmaker Manju Sharma on Friday announced the launch of the MP Sports Festival, saying that it is an important initiative to promote sports culture nationwide. Addressing the media at the BJP State Office, the Jaipur MP said the primary objective is to inspire youth towards fitness, sports, and a healthy lifestyle. The festival will also provide equal opportunities for men and women of all age groups to participate in traditional and modern sports, offering a platform for local talent to flourish and reach the national stage. She informed that the MP Sports Festival, starting on October 15, will include traditional games such as kabaddi, kho-kho, wrestling, tug-of-war, handkerchief snatch, sitoliya, matka race, lemon race, and mallakhamb. Alongside these, modern sports such as cricket, football, volleyball, athletics, archery, wushu, hockey, badminton, chess, and weightlifting will also be organised. Sharma further highlighted that special competitions will be held for women athletes, while teams for the differently-abled will also be formed. The MPs and MLAs will personally interact with the differently-abled participants to motivate and encourage them. Competitions will be conducted at three levels - divisional, assembly, and Lok Sabha. Once the teams are finalised, a comprehensive calendar will be issued. She emphasised that the MP Sports Festival has been launched in line with the vision of 'Khelo India' and to realise Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for Fit India, Hit India. She said, The Prime Minister's vision is to connect every citizen with sports, encourage them to live a healthy and disciplined life, and identify as well as nurture sporting talent at the grassroots level. Sports not only ensure physical and mental development but also instil leadership, team spirit, and discipline. The MP further announced that sporting events will be organised at Vidyadhar Nagar Stadium, KL Saini Stadium, Chaugan Stadium, and SMS Stadium in Jaipur. Outstanding athletes will be awarded scholarships, cash prizes, and sports equipment. Selected players will also be given opportunities to compete at the national level. Applications for participation are open both online and offline. Players can register by visiting Sansadkhelmahotsav.in. Outstanding athletes will be awarded scholarships, cash prizes, and sports equipment. Selected players will also be given opportunities to compete at the national level. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score She said the event will not only strengthen sports culture in Rajasthan but also lay the foundation for a healthier and more active future for the nation. Article Source: IANS
In Rajasthan, Ramayana Panoramas Have Some Funny Moments
Dussehra festivities have ended in Rajasthan, but not without a few laughs as Ramayana panoramas had their funny moments in the state.
Rajasthan Police arrested a former NSG commando. He participated in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack operation. Police apprehended him for allegedly running a cannabis smuggling network. Officials seized 200 kg of cannabis. He smuggled drugs from Telangana and Odisha. The commando carried a bounty of Rs 25,000. This arrest occurred under 'Operation Gaanjaney'. He had political ambitions.
Rajasthan cops nab ex-NSG commando with 200 kg of ganja, bust inter-State racket
Bajrang Singh was part of the network during the 2008 anti-terror operation in the Mumbai serial blasts case, known as the 26/11 terror attack.
Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Friday issued a stern warning to Pakistan, saying that the country must stop state-sponsored terrorism or risk its very existence in history and geography. Speaking at an event in Rajasthan, General Dwivedi said India would show no restraint if provoked again, recalling the decisive action taken during Operation Sindoor 1.0. If Pakistan wants to maintain a place in world history and geography, it must stop state-sponsored terrorism. We will not show any restraint this time as we did during Operation Sindoor 1.0 and will go a step ahead if provoked again, the Army chief said. He added that future action could be so forceful that Pakistan may have to rethink whether it wants a place in history and geography or not. Operation Sindoor, carried out on May 7, saw Indian forces conduct precision strikes on nine terror launchpads in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and deep inside Pakistan in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26 civilians. The operation reportedly killed over 100 terrorists. General Dwivedi instructed Indian troops to remain fully prepared, hinting at the possibility of another opportunity to strike if provoked. Please be fully prepared. God willing, you will get another opportunity very soon. All the best, he said. His warning comes on the same day after Air Chief Marshal AP Singh said Indian forces had downed four to five Pakistani fighter jets, including US-made F-16s and Chinese JF-17s , during the May operation. The air chief had also claimed that a high-value asset, likely an airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft, was neutralised. The Army chief emphasised that during Operation Sindoor, India ensured no innocent lives were harmed and no military targets were destroyed, focusing solely on eliminating terrorist hideouts, training centres, and their masterminds. He said India also presented evidence of the destroyed terror infrastructure to the international community, preventing Pakistan from concealing the operations impact. The May strikes had brought India and Pakistan to the brink of war, before a ceasefire was agreed on May 10 after Pakistani commanders requested the offensive be stopped. VIDEO | Anupgarh, Rajasthan: Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi says, This time we will not maintain the restraint that we did in Operation Sindoor 1.0... this time we will do something that Pakistan will have to think whether it wants to be in Geography or not. If pic.twitter.com/YXoHUL7xKv Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) October 3, 2025
Unrelated Video Shared as GenZ Recently Protesting on Streets in Uttar Pradesh
The visuals are actually from Jaipur, Rajasthan and not Uttar Pradesh as claimed.
3rd Child Dies After Suspected Cough Syrup Consumption In Rajasthan, Probe Denies Medical Negligence
This is the third such incident in the state, where three children have died after reportedly suffering adverse reactions to cough syrup.
Ladakh Violence: Wangchuks Wife Moves SC, Seeks His Immediate Release
New Delhi, Oct 3: Climate activist Sonam Wangchuks wife, Gitanjali Angmo, has moved the Supreme Court seeking his release. Wangchuk was detained under the stringent National Security Act on September 26, two days after protests demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh left four people dead and 90 injured in the Union territory. He is lodged in Jodhpur jail in Rajasthan. Angmo, in her plea filed through lawyer Sarvam Ritam Khare, has challenged Wangchuks detention, besides seeking his immediate [] The post Ladakh Violence: Wangchuks Wife Moves SC, Seeks His Immediate Release appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi: Police arrest 2 aides of foreign-based gangsters after encounter; one injured in shootout
Delhi Police apprehended two wanted criminals, Akash Rajput and Mahipal, in Kapashera. An encounter led to Rajput sustaining injuries. Rajput carried a twenty thousand rupee bounty from Rajasthan Police. He faced charges in extortion and kidnapping cases. Both men had links to foreign-based gangster networks. Mahipal was previously arrested in a Karnal firing case.
Delhi: 2 Aides of Foreign-Based Gangsters Arrested After Encounter
Police stated that Rajput was wanted in multiple extortion and kidnapping cases in Haryana, Gujarat and Rajasthan, and carried a bounty of Rs 20,000 announced by the Rajasthan Police
Jaipur Diary: Bhakt Bhajan Lal fasts through Navratras
Bhakt Bhajan Lal fasts through Navratras Its nearly two years since he became chief minister, but Bhajan Lal Sharma is known more for temple visits in Rajasthan than for any innovations in governance. During the recent Navratri festival, Bhajan not only fasted all nine days, but also grew a beard to display his deep devotion! Of course, beards hold a special import in the BJP in recent years, with PM Modi being the focal point of this tradition. BJP sources say that during Navratri, Bhajan survived solely on lemonade and coconut water. With critics frowning at this excessive religiosity, the CM made a special bid to project that he was serious about his administrative duties even during Navratri. Modi trip leaves Rajasthan BJP in a tizzy For most public events, PM Modi arrives alone in an open vehicle. But during a recent visit to Rajasthan, he was seen in the same vehicle with CM Bhajanlal Sharma, BJP state president Madan Rathore, and the two DCMs, Diya Kumari and Premchand Bairwa. Political experts see it as a move to convey a message of unity among party leaders who often seem isolated. Later, Modi turned to former CM Vasundhara Raje, who was standing in a corner of the stage, with folded hands. The two spoke for about a minute and now rumour mills are churning overtime in state BJP. Whats the meaning of Raje talking to Modi? Is her political exile coming to an end? Can she be made the CM or has her name been finalised for BJP national president? Or was this a sign of accommodating her loyalists in the reshuffle of Bhajan cabinet? Sariska reopens to tourists with 50 tigers After being closed for three months during the monsoon season, the Sariska Tiger Reserve in Alwar has reopened to tourists. Several tourist vehicles began plying on the very first day on Thursday, with visitors waiting to spot the big cats in Sariska. Tourist visits are prohibited for three months during the monsoon as it is the breeding season for tigers. With nine cubs being born to different tigresses, the number of tigers and tigresses in Sariska has now reached 50. Rajesh Asnani Our correspondent in Jaipur rajesh.asnani@newindianexpress.com
Delhi to Kota in just 4 hours: Rajasthan portion of Delhi-Mumbai Expressway likely to open in...
According to officials, the work on the Rajasthan section of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway is nearly finished, with approximately 35 km of the route still under construction.
Akhilesh targets BJP govt over crimes against Dalits, says UP tops list
Lucknow: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday targeted the BJP government in Uttar Pradesh over the rising number of crimes against Dalits, citing the latest NCRB data. Sharing a graphic on X, Yadav pointed out that Uttar Pradesh topped the list in crimes against Dalits with 15,130 cases, followed by Rajasthan (8,449) and Madhya Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Four youth die of suspected drug overdose in Punjab village within 48 hours
Four young men in their mid-twenties reportedly died due to drug abuse within a span of 48 hours in Lakho Ke Behram village, located along the Ferozepur-Fazilka road. One youth died on Tuesday, while the other three passed away within hours on Wednesday, leaving their families devastated. Sources revealed that all four had a history of drug consumption and had been admitted to de-addiction centres multiple times, but to no avail. The deceased have been identified as Sandeep Singh, Ramandeep Singh alias Rajan, Randeep Singh, and Umed Singh. Ramandeep reportedly died on Wednesday morning after injecting himself with tablets meant for oral consumption. Meanwhile, both Umed and Randeep had quit drugs some time ago, but their health had deteriorated significantly. One suffered from bedsores while the other had developed serious leg complications. Following the tragic incidents, the families of the deceased, along with other villagers, blocked the highway for three hours by placing the bodies on the road. They alleged that seven medical shops in the village were selling psychotropic drugs, which contributed to the deaths. While villagers attributed the deaths to prolonged drug addiction, police officials stated that two of the deceased had been bedridden for several months and had died due to worsening health conditions. A family member of Ramandeep said that he had struggled with drug addiction for several years despite undergoing repeated treatments at various de-addiction centres. He had been consuming drugs for the last nine years and had been in and out of de-addiction centres. Recently, he returned from a private de-addiction centre, but he again injected himself and died on Wednesday morning, the family member added. A police officer mentioned that some long-time drug addicts were attempting to quit, but were struggling. The police were making efforts to counsel such youths and have them admitted to de-addiction centres. Meanwhile, Punjab has recorded the highest number of cases against drug traffickers in the country in 2023, according to data released recently by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). Of the 11,589 FIRs registered under various sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act in 2023, 7,785 were for drug trafficking accounting for 67% of the total cases. Nationally, 39,112 cases of drug trafficking were recorded, with Punjab alone accounting for nearly 19% of them. Additionally, Punjab reported 89 drug-related deaths in 2023 the highest in the country though lower than the 144 recorded in 2022. The state remained ahead of Madhya Pradesh (85 deaths) and Rajasthan (84 deaths). In total, 654 drug overdose deaths were recorded across India in 2023. Neighboring Himachal Pradesh emerged as the second-highest state in terms of drug-smuggling ratio. While it registered 2,146 cases under the NDPS Act in 2023 not among the top 10 in absolute numbers the state reported 547 cases for consumption and 1,599 for trafficking. This results in a ratio of 7.3 cases per lakh population for consumption and 21.3 per lakh for trafficking.
Another Cough Syrup Death In Rajasthan? Samples Sent For Testing
The row over suspected poisoning due to the consumption of cough syrup by children in Rajasthan has escalated. Another child has died, and his parents suspect the cause of death to be the syrup, which contains dextromethorphan hydrobromide.
Lt Governor orders magisterial probe into Leh violence that left four dead
SRINAGAR: The Lt Governor administration has ordered a magisterial inquiry into the four deaths that occurred during the September 24 violence in Leh amid protests demanding statehood and inclusion under the 6th Schedule. According to the order, the District Magistrate of Leh has appointed Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Nubra, Mukul Beniwal as the Inquiry Officer to conduct the probe. Four persons Jigmet Dorjey of Khamak, Rinchen Dadul of Hanu, Stanzin Namgail of Igoo, and Kargil war veteran Tsewang Tharchin of Skurbuchan were killed in police firing. Around 80 others were injured after protestors turned violent and allegedly set ablaze the offices of the BJP, the Chief Executive Councillor of the Leh Hill Council, as well as police and CRPF vehicles. Several government and private properties were also damaged during the unrest. The magisterial inquiry will examine the detailed facts and circumstances that led to the law and order breakdown, the police action, and the deaths. The Inquiry Officer has been directed to submit a detailed report within four weeks. The Inquiry Officer has invited individuals with information about the September 24 violence in Leh to record their statements between October 4 and 18 at the DC Office Conference Hall, which will serve as the venue for the inquiry. Any person(s) having information about the incident or is willing/desirous to give oral evidence/ written statement/ material evidence (photos or video recordings) before the inquiry officer regarding the incident may appear before the undersigned and provide statements/evidence, reads a public notice issued by the Inquiry Officer. Leh sees calm as curfew lifts; Ladakh talks stall, opposition criticizes Centre The violence on September 24 led authorities to impose curfew in the district and suspend mobile and public Wi-Fi internet. Two days later, climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who had been leading a peaceful agitation demanding 6th Schedule and statehood for Ladakh, was arrested, booked under the stringent National Security Act (NSA), and shifted to Jodhpur jail in Rajasthan. The Ministry of Home Affairs has accused him of inciting violence through provocative speeches. Police have since launched a crackdown, detaining 50 youths, including office bearers of the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the vice president of the Ladakh Buddhist Association. While curfew restrictions have been relaxed during the day for the past two days, the ban on mobile internet and public Wi-Fi remains in place. In the wake of the crackdown, both the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) coalitions of political, social, trade, and religious groups leading the agitation have suspended their dialogue with the Centre. Talks were scheduled for October 6, but following the killing of four people in police firing, the detention of over 50 individuals, and the booking of Wangchuk under the NSA, both groups have withdrawn from the process. The LAB and KDA are now demanding a judicial inquiry into the four deaths by a retired Supreme Court judge, the release of all detainees, and the withdrawal of charges against Wangchuk. Ladakh unrest: MHA says 'always open for dialogue' after LAB sets preconditions for talks
Illegal cracker store in Hyderabad busted, goods worth Rs 6L seized
Hyderabad: A man was arrested for operating an illegal cracker store in Hyderabads Begum Bazar on Tuesday, October 1. Goods worth Rs 6 lakh were seized from him. The accused was identified as 23-year-old Mahipal Singh, a native of Jalore, Rajasthan. Based on a tip off, the commissioners Task force in coordination with Afzalgunj police Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Rajasthan cough syrup horror: Two children dead, doctor drinks it to prove safety and faints
A generic cough syrup supplied by the Rajasthan government has been linked to two child deaths. Several other children also fell ill after consuming the medicine. Authorities banned 22 batches of the syrup and ordered an immediate recall. A doctor reportedly fell unconscious after testing the medication. The health department launched an inquiry into the contamination.
At least seven children have died in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, due to Kidney failure after the consumption of 'contaminated' cough syrup.
Sonam Wangchuks wife writes to President, alleges witch-hunt
Says her husband can never be a threat to anyone, let alone his nation Leh: Gitanjali J Angmo on Wednesday sought the intervention of President Droupadi Murmu for the unconditional release of her husband and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been detained under the National Security Act and lodged in Rajasthans Jodhpur jail. Gitanjali []
Cough syrup linked to deaths of two children in Rajasthan; 22 batches of the drug banned
At least 8,200 bottles remain in stock at Jaipur's Sawai Man Singh Hospital, but authorities have instructed that they should not be given to patients.
Rajasthan Man Trying To Mediate Dispute Shot Dead, Case Filed
A 29-year-old man attempting to mediate an altercation between two groups was shot dead at Ramgarh village in Kota district, police said on Wednesday.
'State hounding us': Sonam Wangchuks wife appeals to President Murmu, PM Modi for his release
SRINAGAR: Gitanjali J Angmo, wife of jailed Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk , appealed to President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and the Lt Governor of Ladakh for his immediate release, alleging state harassment. In a three-page letter addressed to the president, Wangchuk's wife alleged witch-hunt against her husband for espousing the cause of the people over the past four years and said she is completely unaware about her husband's condition. Wangchuk was arrested under the stringent National Security Act (NSA) of 1980 and lodged in Jodhpur Jail, Rajasthan, following violence over statehood and the 6th Schedule in Leh on September 24, which left four people dead and more than 80 injured. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has accused Wangchuk of inciting violence through provocative speeches. I have sent this representation for the immediate release of Shri Sonam Wangchuk to the President of India, Prime Minister of India, Home Minister, Law Minister of India, and the LG of Ladakh, with a cc to DC Leh. pic.twitter.com/6Y0xa46sNK Gitanjali J Angmo (@GitanjaliAngmo) October 1, 2025 On September 26, my husband Sonam Wangchuk was detained under Section 3(2) of the National Security Act, 1980. I was informed that Wangchuk is being shifted to Central Jail, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, along with ASP Rishabh Shukla and assured that after landing in Jodhpur, he will call and make me speak with my husband. Till today (October 1), the officer has not called me or made me speak to my husband. I am completely unaware about my husband's condition, Gitanjali, founder and CEO of Himalayan Institute of Alternatives (HIAL) Ladakh, wrote. She questioned, Am I not entitled to meet and speak with my husband on phone and in person wherever he is detained? Can I not be of assistance to my husband to know his ground of detention and to espouse his legal rights of seeking justice before the court of law? Am I not entitled to know the condition of my detained husband? As a responsible citizen of India, are we not entitled to peaceful freedom of expression and movement? Wangchuk detained on credible grounds: Ladakh administration refutes 'witch hunt' claims Wangchuk, who received the Ramon Magsaysay Award in 2018, had been leading a peaceful agitation for 6th Schedule recognition and statehood for Ladakh and had been on a 35-day hunger strike from September 10. Two days after the Leh violence, he was detained and booked under the NSA before being shifted to Jodhpur Jail. I am shocked and devastated. I was put under CRPF surveillance in Village Phyang, where our Institute (HIAL) is also situated. Students and staff were also put under tight surveillance. Two members of the Institute were taken into police custody, presumably without any authority of law. Even media was not allowed to enter the campus and speak to us, Gitanjali alleged. She said the institute received a communication dated September 30 regarding FIR no. 144 of 2025 under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. I have been asked to provide a list of fellowship students of Ladakh and Hills, residential staff teachers trainees residing at HIAL Institute, Phyang and enrolment at the institution, she added. Gitanjali alleged a full-scale witch hunt over the past month, and covertly over the past four years, to undermine her husband and the causes he supports. She said, Apart from the illegal detention of my husband, the manner in which the State and its agencies are hounding us and have kept us under surveillance is deplorable. It is violative of the spirit and ethos of the Constitution of India including Articles 21 and 22, which guarantee every citizen the fundamental right to legal representation. Is it a crime to speak about climate change, melting glaciers, educational reforms and grassroots innovation? To raise one's voice for upliftment of a backward tribal belt which is ecologically fragile in a peaceful Gandhian manner for the last four years? It certainly cannot be termed as a threat to national security, she said. Ladakh violence: Sonam Wangchuk slams Centre's 'scapegoat tactic,' says real problem is unemployment among youth Highlighting Wangchuks support for the Indian Army, she said, Wangchuk has been building shelters for the Indian Army to make its officers and jawans sleep warm and fight effectively. To treat the son of the soil of Ladakh so shabbily is not just a sin but a strategic error for building strong borders with solidarity and peaceful coexistence. My husband Sonam Wangchuk has always stood for the solidarity of India and the strengthening of our borders and the integration of its peripheral regions through a strong democratic mechanism - Statehood/UT with legislation and 6th Schedule, she added Is it a sin to espouse the cause of people and fight against reckless and unchecked development activities in an ecologically fragile area of Ladakh? This country has learnt its lessons from its experiences from Uttarakhand, Himachal and the North East of late, she continued. She urged President Murmu, PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to intervene and inject voice of sanity in an otherwise chaotic state of affairs. We request for an unconditional release of Sonam Wangchuk, a person who can never be a threat to anyone, leave alone his Nation. He has dedicated his life to serve the brave sons of soil of Ladakh and stands in solidarity with the Indian Army in defence of our great nation! How can he be anti-national when he built shelters for Army, boycotted Chinese goods: Wangchuks wife
Sonam Wangchuks wife seeks President Murmus intervention for his release
Leh: Sonam Wangchuks wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, on Wednesday reached out to President Droupadi Murmu to seek her intervention for the release of the climate activist, who has been lodged in Jodhpur jail in Rajasthan since being taken into custody following the September 24 violent clashes in Ladakh. In a three-page letter addressed to the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Rajasthan cabinet reshuffle rumours intensify as Vasundhara Raje steps up political activity
JAIPUR: In Rajasthan, speculation is mounting within the ruling BJP over a major cabinet reshuffle and expansion in the Bhajan Lal Sharma government. With former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje stepping up her political activity in recent weeks, party insiders hint that the expansion could be timed ahead of the upcoming panchayat elections. Rajasthan currently has 24 ministers (12 cabinet ministers, 9 ministers of state, 2 deputy chief ministers and 1 chief minister). Six posts are vacant in the Cabinet, and six new faces could soon be included. Sources say some ministers from the Bhajan Lal cabinet, whose performance has been tardy, may also be dropped. Also, the reshuffling of departments of some is also possible. Expansion of the Bhajan Lal cabinet has been postponed for a long time, but it may happen soon to balance ethnic and regional equations before the upcoming panchayat polls. The BJP's biggest focus is on Shekhawati, the tribal region and eastern Rajasthan, where the party suffered setbacks in both the assembly and Lok Sabha elections. It's widely believed that before the panchayat elections, the BJP will try to reach out to the communities that are feeling neglected. It's been over 22 months since the BJP government was formed in Rajasthan, and discussions on cabinet expansion are now gaining momentum. BJP sources say that CM Bhajan Lal Sharma has visited Delhi several times in the last few days. During these visits, he has met several top BJP leaders, and it is believed that key discussions have been held on the names for cabinet expansion and reshuffle. What has added to the buzz in BJP circles is the recent activity of former CM Vasundhara Raje, who seems to have come out of her seclusion over the past month. Her recent meetings with top BJP-RSS leaders have set off speculation about her political comeback. Raje has been quite inactive ever since she was ignored for the chief ministerial position two years ago. But suddenly she has held a flurry of meetings with the top BJP-RSS functionaries, including PM Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat. With a Cabinet reshuffle looming in the state, BJP insiders claim Rajes hectic parleys are aimed at ensuring ministerial posts for her loyalists. With the Bhajan governments image taking a beating due to the inexperience of most ministers, top party leaders are likely to accommodate some Raje loyalists. Two veterans from the Raje camp - Malviya Nagar MLA Kalicharan Saraf and Nimbahera MLA Shrichand Kriplani are said to be likely inclusions in the Cabinet. Rajes meetings with the BJPs top leaders have come at a time when the party is still unable to name its next President. Many in the Rajasthan BJP are speculating that Raje has thrown her hat into the ring. Raje is also said to be lobbying for a ministerial berth in the Union Ministry for her son Dushyant Singh, the MP from Jhalawar. With Bhajanlal Sharma, a first-time MLA turned into CM and a majority of freshers in his cabinet the BJP top brass seems to be focusing on forming a strong bunch of competent ministers who could deliver results in the near future. With speculations intensifying each day, an air of suspense and eager anticipation prevails in the Rajasthan BJP.
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As rain in various parts of the country hampered the celebration of festivals and visuals showed Raavan effigies collapsing amid the downpour ahead of Dussehra, an effigy in Rajasthan's Kota continued to stand tall.
Cough Syrup Kills 2 Rajasthan Children, Doctor Faints While Proving Its Safety: Report
The Rajasthan government banned 22 batches of the medicine and froze their distribution.
Cough Syrup Kills 2 Children In Rajasthan; Doctor Takes It To Prove It's Safe And Faints
A generic cough syrup manufactured by a pharmaceutical company for the Rajasthan government has led to the deaths of two children and at least 10 others falling ill in the state over the past two weeks, officials said.
'Contaminated' cough syrup linked deaths: NCDS collects water, entomological drug samples
NCDC collected water and entomological drug samples from Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan after multiple children died of kidney failure, allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrup. These samples will be tested for infectious diseases, while state drug authorities await results from drug sample tests. Six children died in MP and one in Rajasthan, prompting a ban on 19 syrup batches.
Wangchuk detained on credible grounds: Ladakh administration refutes 'witch hunt' claims
SRINAGAR: The Ladakh UT administration on Wednesday refuted 'witch hunt' and 'smoke screen' operation against climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, asserting that action taken against him are based on credible inputs and documents. Wangchuk was booked under the NSA and lodged in Jodhpur jail after the September 24 violence in Leh, in which four persons were killed and 80 others injured. In a statement, the Ladakh UT administration said grounds of detention etc have been duly served to Wangchuk, who has been lodged in Jodhpur central jail in Rajasthan. After the September 24 violence, authorities imposed curfew in Leh and suspended mobile internet in the district. Wangchuk was arrested and booked under stringent NSA and shifted to Jodhpur central jail in Rajasthan. Police also launched a crackdown in Leh and have detained over 50 persons, including office bearers of LAB. Responding to remarks made by Wangchuks wife and other political leaders alleging victimisation of Wangchuk by government agencies, the administration said, There is no question of witch-hunting or smoke screen. Actions taken by law enforcement agencies are based on credible inputs and documents. The agencies should be allowed to continue with their investigation impartially without violating the process. According to the Ladakh admin, the case of financial irregularities and foreign currency violations by Wangchuk-run HIAL is under investigation by agencies. The Ladakh administration recently cancelled the lease of HIAL citing violation of norms. Prima facie, there is evidence available, which merits such investigation. Despite knowing that it is not a recognized university, HIAL is issuing degrees to young men and women jeopardising their future prospects. HIAL did not make full disclosure of foreign funds in their balance sheets in relevant financial Years, the admin claimed. On FCRA cancellation of Wangchuk NGO SECMOL, the admin claimed it is based on clear evidence of multiple violations (not just one). After observing these irregularities, appropriate action has been taken. There are established processes and forums available to appeal to the appropriate authorities, which the organization can resort to. Leh sees calm as curfew lifts; Ladakh talks stall, opposition criticizes Centre On allegations that the central government delayed talks with the Ladakh leaders, the UT admin said, Government had already announced dates for talks on September 20 and had also expressed flexibility for dates taking into consideration the convenience of Ladakh leaders. However, Sonam Wangchuk made multiple provocative statements.He gave references of Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh on several occasions from the Anshan venue trying to incite the public, especially the youth, it claimed. Citing an interview of Wanghcuk to a local youtube channel, the admin claimed that he said youth do not want peace and Mahatma Gandhi's path is not necessary. People are not scared of the security forces deployed, and if people come out worse may happen. It claimed that before starting his hunger strike, Wangchuk suggested on September 9 to people to wear masks, caps and hoodies while participating in the protest, citing Covid as an excuse though there is have been no signs of Covid in Ladakh. The admin claimed that Wangchuk, on his YouTube channel 'Achoe Nyingstam' stated on June 8that he would bring an 'Arab Spring' type revolution in India to overthrow the Government.Wangchuk, it claimed, suggested 'overthrow' of the government on lines of 'Arab Spring', if their demands were not met besides putting forth idea of self-immolation for instigating agitation for this purpose, as happened in Arab countries including Tunisia. On multiple occasions, he suggested self-immolation by Ladakhis on lines of protests in Tibet. The admin claimed that although Leh Apex Body leaders (including elders) rushed to pacify the aggressive crowd on September 24, Wangchuk made no attempts to ensure peace. He remained at the Anshan site. If elderly leaders could realize the gravity of the situation and try to pacify the mob, there is no reason why Wangchuk could not have done the same, if he really desired peace. Ladakh unrest: MHA says 'always open for dialogue' after LAB sets preconditions for talks On September 24, LAB had called for protests for statehood and Sixth Schedule in Leh district. Hundreds of youth joined the protest and the protestors turned violent and set on fire offices of BJP and CEC Leh Hill Council and torched vehicles of police and CRPF and pelted stones on government and public property. In the police firing, four protestors including a Kargil war veteran were killed and 80 others injured. One of the critically injured girl was airlifted to AIIMS, New Delhi. When the situation was out of control, Wangchuk called off his fast and discreetly moved out from the backside of the Anshan venue, thereby indicating his overall sense of irresponsibility. Wangchuk did not call off his hunger strike despite the government announcing the date of next meeting of the High Powered Committee on September 20 itself, although he sat on the strike demanding talks with the government, the administration said. Wangchuk had gone on 35 day hunger strike from September 10 to press centre to restart dialogue process with Ladakh leaders and stress inclusion of statehood and 6th Schedule in talks. The government also expressed flexibility for dates as per the convenience of Ladakh leaders. This irresponsible act of continuation of hunger strike for personal and political gain is responsible for all the further unfortunate developments, the administration said. After the September 24 violence Wangchuk called off the hunger strike, and two days later, he was arrested and booked under NSA and shifted to Jodhpur jail. Consequently, the Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance,which is an collective of organisations across Leh and Kargil districts spearheading agitation for Sixth Schedule and statehood to Ladakh, have suspended dialogue process with the centre. They have said the dialogue process can only resume after the government orders judicial inquiry into the September 24 killings, release all detainees and drops all charges against Wangchuk. Kargil Democratic Alliance refuses talks with Centre until Wangchuk, others are freed
North East India Festival (NEIF) chief organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta and singer Zubeen Gargs manager Siddhartha Sharma have been remanded to 14 days' police custody in connection with the singers death in Singapore. The two were arrested and flown to Guwahati from Delhi. Mahanta was held upon arrival at Delhis Indira Gandhi International Airport from Singapore, while Sharma was tracked and arrested from an apartment in Gurugram after reportedly travelling across Delhi and Rajasthan. Due to Durga Puja holidays, they were produced at the residence of the Kamrup Chief Judicial Magistrate, who granted 14-day police custody. The duo was then taken to the CID office for further interrogation. Zubeen Garg died of drowning in the sea in Singapore on September 19. The Assam government formed a 10-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by Special DGP M.P. Gupta, to probe the circumstances surrounding his death. Speaking from Jorhat, where she attended the singers 13th-day rituals, Zubeens wife Garima Saikia Garg said she is satisfied with the arrests and hopes the truth behind her husband's final moments will emerge soon. I have full faith in the investigating team, she said. (With inputs from PTI) Zubeen Gargs death: Assam government bans festival organiser amid demand for CBI probe
4.5L cases of crime against women in 2023: NCRB
NEW DELHI: India has recorded nearly 4.5 lakh incidents of crime against women in 2023, which is marginally up from the figures in the past two years. This has been revealed in the latest report of the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), as the data has been compiled on the basis of the reports submitted by the Police Stations from across the states and the Union Territories (UTs) indicating national crime rates. As per the report a total of 4,48,211 crimes against women were reported in 2023, an increase from 4,45,256 cases in 2022 and 4,28,278 in 2021 The figures indicate a national crime rate of 66.2 incidents per lakh female population, based on mid-year projected female population estimates of 6,770 lakh. The overall rate of filing charge sheets in the country in these cases stood at 77.6 percent in 2023. Among states, Uttar Pradesh reported the highest number of cases at 66,381, followed by Maharashtra at 47,101, Rajasthan at 45,450, West Bengal at 34,691 and Madhya Pradesh at 32,342. Telangana led in crime rate at 124.9 per lakh female population, ahead of Rajasthan at 114.8, Odisha at 112.4, Haryana at 110.3, and Kerala at 86.1. Cruelty by husband or relatives under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) accounted for the largest share with 1,33,676 cases and a rate of 19.7 per lakh. Kidnapping and abduction of women followed with 88,605 cases and a rate of 13.1 per lakh. Assault on women with intent to outrage modesty found mention in 83,891 cases at a rate of 12.4 per lakh, while rape in 29,670 cases at a rate of 4.4 per lakh. Dowry deaths totalled 6,156 cases with a rate of 0.9 per lakh, abetment to suicide had 4,825 cases at a rate of 0.7 per lakh, and insult to modesty saw 8,823 cases at a rate of 1.3 per lakh. Delhi leads in murder, violence against women among metropolitan cities; crimes against STs rise 28% in 2023: NCRB
Zubeen Garg Death Probe: CID Detains North East India Festival Organiser, Late Singer's Manager
Shyamkanu Mahanta detained at Delhi airport, Siddharth Sarma picked up from Rajasthan.
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Probe begins after children die of 'toxic' cough syrup
India's drug regulator is investigating child deaths in Rajasthan. Several children died after consuming a oxic cough syrup. The Jaipur-based Kayson Pharma manufactured this syrup. Samples are now undergoing testing at a government laboratory. Rajasthan Medical Services Corporation Limited halted the syrup's supply. Two batches are under scrutiny. This follows similar incidents with India-made cough syrups in 2022.
Juvenile Crime Rises In Telangana, Dips In Hyd
Maharashtra topped the national list with 3,970 juveniles, followed by Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Bihar and Chhattisgarh.
Drug Racket Busted, 1,210 kg Ganja Seized in Hyderabad
The operation, jointly conducted by the special operations team (SOT) Maheshwaram Zone and Abdullapurmet police, dealt a major blow to a well-established drug supply network in Rajasthan
Leh sees calm as curfew lifts; Ladakh talks stall, opposition criticizes Centre
Talks between the Union government and Ladakh representatives stalled on Tuesday after the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) backed the Leh Apex Bodys (LAB) decision to suspend dialogue until climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and others are freed. The deadlock came as Leh saw a return to normalcy, with markets reopening and people stepping out after nearly a week of curfew. Authorities eased restrictions in phases, extending the relaxation until 5 pm, and officials said the day passed without any incidents. However, mobile internet services remain suspended, and stringent prohibitory orders banning the assembly of five or more people are still in effect across much of the Union Territory, including Kargil. The KDA and LAB, two powerful organisations jointly agitating for statehood and Sixth Schedule safeguards for Ladakh, declared they will not return to the negotiating table. The decision was announced by the KDA at a press conference in Delhi, following a similar move by the LAB on Monday. Terming release of Wangchuk and others as the key condition for resuming negotiations , scheduled for October 6, the two organisations have also demanded a judicial inquiry into last week's police firing in Leh. We will not participate in the talks with the Centre till Wangchuk is released, arrests are stopped, those arrested are released, and a judicial probe is ordered, said KDA co-chairman Asgar Ali Karbalai. Wangchuk, the primary face of the agitation, was detained under the stringent National Security Act (NSA) following the violent clashes between protesters and security personnel on September 24. Over 50 people were taken into custody, and Wangchuk is currently lodged in a jail in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Talking tough, Ladakh Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta made it clear on Tuesday that no one involved in acts of violence here on September 24 would be spared. Chairing a high-level security review meeting to assess the prevailing law and order situation in the UT this evening, the LG directed senior police officials to identify and take strict action against the miscreants responsible for disturbing peace. No one involved in acts of violence will be spared. Law will take its firm course, and those trying to disrupt communal harmony will face stringent action, Gupta said, addressing the meeting. How can he be anti-national when he built shelters for Army, boycotted Chinese goods: Wangchuks wife In a related development, Gitanjali Angmo, Wangchuk's wife and co-founder of the Himalayan Institute of Alternatives Ladakh (HIAL), alleged a witch-hunt was underway to project her husband as an anti-national. Speaking to reporters in Delhi, Angmo challenged authorities to an open debate on the allegations, including those suggesting links to Pakistan. She claimed there was o need to impose the NSA on Sonam Wangchuk and asserted that authorities have not provided her with formal documents detailing the charges. Senior Supreme Court lawyer Prashant Bhushan and political activist Yogendra Yadav also slammed the detention, with Bhushan noting that the government had not yet provided the mandatory dossier of charges to Wangchuk's family. Yadav called the activist the Gandhi of Ladakh. The situation in Ladakh has drawn sharp criticism from the Congress with its leaders -- party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi -- demanding a judicial inquiry into the death of four protesters, including Kargil War veteran Tsewang Tharchin, during the police firing. Rahul, who is on a four-nation tour of South America, posted a video of Tharchin's father on X and said, Father in the army, son in the army - patriotism runs in their blood. Yet the BJP government shot and killed this brave son of the nation, simply because he stood up for Ladakh and his rights. The father's pain-filled eyes ask one question -- is this the reward for serving the nation today, he said in his post in Hindi. We demand that an impartial judicial inquiry be conducted into these killings in Ladakh, and the culprits be given the harshest punishment (Prime Minister Narendra) Modi ji, you have betrayed the people of Ladakh. They are demanding their rights. Communicate with them - stop the politics of violence and fear, the former Congress president said. Kharge also posted the same video and said Ladakh's sorrow is the sorrow of the entire nation. Shaheed Tsewang Tharchin fulfilled his duty towards Mother India in the Kargil War...What did he get in return? A bullet from the Modi government in Ladakh! The father was also in the army, the son was also in the army, the AICC president said. When our 20 brave soldiers sacrificed their lives for the country at the LAC in Ladakh in Galwan, Modi Ji himself gave China a CLEAN CHIT! If he didn't remember the valor of our brave soldiers then, what chance is there now? Those who can give China a CLEAN CHIT, what respect will they show for the martyrdom of brave soldiers like our Tsewang Tharchin! he added. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also weighed in , pointing out that the people of Leh, who celebrated the August 5, 2019, decision to revoke Article 370 and reorganise the region, were now protesting and demanding statehood. In Leh, authorities had first eased restrictions briefly on Monday after the last rites of the four deceased protesters. Lt Governor Gupta has been chairing high-level security review meetings, appealing to the public to maintain peace. The Ladakh BJP unit also called for a thorough investigation to ensure accountability and justice and demanded the immediate release of all innocent persons charged with minor offences. The Ministry of Home Affairs has extended the suspension of mobile data services across all Gs (2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G) and public Wi-Fi facilities in Leh until 6 pm on October 3.
Man from Rajasthan held for allegedly duping expatriate of 27 lakh
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Financial crime agency's search linked to toll road deal, not forex: Reliance Infrastructure
Reliance Infrastructure stated financial crime agency searches concerned a 2010 Rajasthan toll road contract. The company denied any foreign exchange violations. Earlier reports mentioned alleged foreign exchange law breaches. Reliance Infrastructure clarified it had no connection with the contractor. The toll road has been with the National Highways Authority of India for four years.
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A fearless woman in Rajasthan's Udaipur tied a leopard with a rope after it entered her home. The video went viral as netizens praised her bravery and presence of mind.
Hyderabad: Interstate drug syndicate nabbed, Rs. 6.2 cr ganjaseized
Hyderabad: The Abdullapurmet police, along with the Special Operations Team (SOT) of Maheshwaram Zone, busted an interstate drug peddling racket, arresting one person, seizing 1.2 kg of ganja worth Rs 6.2 crore on September 30. The accused was identified as Vikram Vishnoi, aged 22, a driver from Rajasthan who was transporting the contraband from Malkangiri Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Rahul says PM 'betrayed' people of Ladakh, demands judicial probe into police firing fatalities
NEW DELHI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had etrayed the people of Ladakh and demanded an impartial judicial probe into the death of four protesters in police firing in the union territory. Among those killed in Ladakh on Wednesday was Kargil war veteran Tsewang Tharchin. The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, who is on a four-nation tour of South America, posted on X a video of Tharchin's father and said, Father in the army, son in the army - patriotism runs in their blood. Yet the BJP government shot and killed this brave son of the nation, simply because he stood up for Ladakh and his rights. The father's pain-filled eyes ask one question, is this the reward for serving the nation today, Gandhi said in his post in Hindi. We demand that an impartial judicial inquiry be conducted into these killings in Ladakh, and the culprits be given the harshest punishment...(Prime Minister Narendra) Modi ji, you have betrayed the people of Ladakh. They are demanding their rights. Communicate with them - stop the politics of violence and fear, the former Congress president said. The Congress on Monday had said it was outrageous that ex-serviceman Tharchin was among those killed in firing by the security forces in Ladakh. In a post on X, Congress general secretary, in-charge, communications, Jairam Ramesh said Tharchin served at the Siachen Glacier and fought valiantly in the 1999 Kargil War. His father, too, served in the Indian Army, he said. Tsewang Tharchin was protesting peacefully for Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh. It should be a matter of the deepest anguish and outrage that he was killed along with three others in the firing on the agitationists five days back, Ramesh said. On Wednesday, September 24, four people were killed in police firing and scores of others were injured when a protest for statehood for Ladakh turned violent. Protesters set a local BJP office on fire and allegedly pelted police and CRPF with stones. On September 26, climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was detained under the National Security Act on Friday and subsequently lodged in Jodhpur jail in Rajasthan.
A 5-year-old boy in Sikar died and several people in Bharatpur fell ill after consuming cough syrup from Rajasthan's free medicine scheme.
NSA detention might win Wangchuk a Nobel prize: Ladakh Bar Prez
SRINAGAR: Till now, Ladakh climate activist and innovator Sonam Wangchuk had received many prestigious international and local awards, but the detention under the stringent National Security Act (NSA) would give him a Nobel prize, said Ladakh Bar Association President Leh, Mohammad Shafi Lassu. Wangchuk (59) was leading peaceful agitation for 6th Schedule and statehood to the Ladakh Union Territory when he was arrested and booked under the NSA on September 24 and shifted to Jodhpur jail, Rajasthan after the September 24 violence in Leh over statehood and Sixth Schedule in which four persons were killed and 80 others injured. The Ladakh DG of Police has accused Wangchuk of being ringleader of the protestors and alleged that his provocative speeches instigated youth to violence. No talks with Centre till normalcy restored: Leh Apex Body; KDA demands unconditional release of Wangchuk In the last four years, Wangchuk had held many hunger strikes to press the central government to grant statehood and Sixth Schedule to Ladakh UT. According to Lassu, Wangchuk has given the peaceful concept of protests. It is a new concept. We were expecting the government to encourage it. Peaceful protest is the best form of protest. It was a peaceful protest but ended in a violent note by the administration. On his booking under the stringent NSA, Lassu said, Wangchuk has so far received prestigious awards, including Ramon Magsaysay Award, Rolex Award for Enterprise, International Terra Award for Best Earth Building (SECMOL campus), Green Teacher Award by Sanctuary Asia, Global award for Sustainable Architecture. This NSA detention will bring the Nobel prize to him. Mark my word and note it. On DG Ladakh Police saying police and agencies are probing Wangchuks Pakistani link and foreign funding, Lassu said, His detention and booking under NSA is illegal and without any merit. All the allegations levelled against him are fake and fabricated. Police had said Wangchuk attended an event organised in Pakistan by Dawn newspaper and gave a statement there. Wanchuks wife Angmo Gitanjali said she and her husband (Wangchuk) attended the 'Breath Pakistan' conference organised by the UN in Pakistan to address climate change. It is no news that scientists and climate activists are invited by everybody. Geopolitics aside, environmentally India, Pakistan and China share the same Himalayan water of the glaciers, she said adding, He was invited by the Nobel foundation in Sweden for the same thing. From the stage and in his talk shows and interviews, Wangchuk praised PM Modi for having climate awareness sensitivity and talking about carbon neutrality, she said. Ladakh Bar Association President Leh president said blaming Wangchuk for being anti-national wont work. Mere allegations are not Proving. Proving the allegations in the court will be a herculean task for them. He said that had Wangchuk been anti-national, he would not have coined the slogan 'Boycott China products'. The Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), which is an amalgam of various political, social, trade and religious groups of Leh and Kargil districts of Ladakh UT and spearheading agitation for Sixth Schedule and statehood to Ladakh, have condemned arrest of Wanghuck and booking under NSA and rejected charges levelled against him. Both LAB and KDA have demanded immediate release of Wangchuk.
Four hour curfew relaxation announced in Leh; security forces remain on high alert
LEH: Authorities have announced that the week-long curfew in Leh town will be relaxed for four hours from 10 am on Tuesday, directing shopkeepers to open their establishments, officials confirmed. Restrictions were previously eased for two hours from 4 pm on Monday, shortly after the completion of the last rites of four individuals, including a retired Army personnel, who died during widespread clashes between protesters and law enforcement agencies on 24 September. A police official stated that any decision regarding further relaxation of curfew-bound areas would depend on the situation as it unfolds during the day. Additional District Magistrate in Leh, Ghulam Mohammed, ordered the opening of all groceries, essential services, hardware and vegetable shops during the relaxation period. Barring the violence last Wednesday, no untoward incident has been reported from anywhere. Police and paramilitary forces remain deployed in sensitive areas and are maintaining strict vigilance to uphold law and order, the official added. Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta has been holding high-level security review meetings on a near-daily basis. On Monday, he appealed to the public to maintain peace, calling it the cornerstone of development. I urge all sections of society to uphold unity and harmony, and not fall prey to the designs of anti-social and anti-national elements. The administration stands firmly with the people and will ensure their safety, dignity, and progress, Gupta stated. He praised the people for showing emarkable restraint and commitment under challenging circumstances and promised to address all legitimate concerns through dialogue and democratic processes. No talks with Centre till normalcy restored: Leh Apex Body; KDA demands unconditional release of Wangchuk The Lieutenant Governor also issued directives for enhanced intelligence gathering, regular community engagement, and prompt redressal of public grievances to build trust between the administration and citizens. Officials noted that mobile internet services remain suspended in Leh town, while prohibitory orders banning the assembly of five or more persons are still in effect in other major parts of the Union Territory, including Kargil. A curfew was imposed in Leh on the evening of 24 September after violent protests erupted during a shutdown called by a constituent of the Leh Apex Body (LAB), pressing for statehood and the extension of the Sixth Schedule to Ladakh. More than 60 individuals, including two councillors, were taken into custody following the unrest. Among those detained was climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who was held under the National Security Act on 26 September and later transferred to Jodhpur jail in Rajasthan. Restrictions continue in Leh after violent protests over Ladakh statehood, Sixth Schedule demand Meanwhile, the Ladakh unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has called for a thorough investigation into the incident to ensure accountability and justice. At the same time, we demand the immediate release of all innocent persons charged with minor offences, the party said in a statement, also expressing condolences to the families of the deceased. Ladakh is known for its beauty and the resilience of its people. We urge everyone in Ladakh to uphold peace and harmony. It is crucial that we do not take law and order into our own hands or fall prey to misinformation, the statement added. The BJP appealed for unity and cooperation, encouraging all citizens to support efforts towards healing and reconciliation.
Central leadership imprint on return of six expelled leaders to Rajasthan Cong.
JAIPUR: Several prominent leaders in Rajasthan who were expelled for anti-party activities in the past two years have returned to the Congress. Most of these leaders had rebelled and dented Congress's prospects in the last Assembly elections in 2023. The six expelled leaders who have returned to the Congress fold over the past week, include names like Mewaram Jain, Balendu Singh Shekhawat, Sandeep Sharma, Balram Yadav, Arvind Damor, and Tejpal Mirdha. AICC Rajasthan in-charge Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa sent a letter to PCC Chief Govind Singh Dotasara ordering the revocation of the earlier expulsion of these leaders. All these leaders were once influential Congress figures in their constituencies but were expelled for rebelling and contesting the 2023 Assembly elections as independents, derailing the partys plans. Now, after being in regular contact with top Congress leaders, and the state Congress leadership stating that any leader who wishes to return to the party unconditionally is welcome, their ghar wapsi has been permitted. Interestingly, the six leaders who have been allowed a ghar wapsi by the Congress belong mainly to the factions led by former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and his arch-rival in Rajasthan Congress, Sachin Pilot. For instance, while Mewaram Jain is well-known to be close to Gehlot, Tejpal Mirdha is considered close to Pilot. Another significant return to the party fold is Balendu Singh Shekhawat, the son of former Assembly Speaker Dipendra Singh Shekhawat and a close associate of Sachin Pilot. Though he was expelled for six years after being found involved in anti-party activities, Balendu's expulsion has now been revoked. Congress sources say the party disciplinary committee still has applications for the reinstatement of over a dozen rebels pending. As most leaders permitted a return belong to either the Gehlot or the Pilot factions, it suggests that the party is trying to address and rectify the rifts and factionalism that have for years been the bane of the Congress in Rajasthan.
PE-firm InvAscent buys out Somerset, invests Rs 265 Cr in Rajasthan-based hospital chain Apex
Life sciences private equity firm InvAscent has acquired a significant stake in Apex Hospitals, investing $30 million (Rs 265 crore). This funding, a mix of primary infusion and secondary purchase from exiting investor Somerset Indus, will fuel the Rajasthan-based multi-specialty hospital chain's expansion into western and northern India. Apex's promoters will retain a majority stake.
Child actor Veer Sharma's parents react to the tragic loss of the children, Veer and his elder brother, Shaurya. While speaking to News18, their mother, actress Rita Sharma, admitted that she still feels that the kids will be playing in the home and will come back to them. For the unversed, Veer (10), popularly known for his role in Veer Hanuman and Shrimad Narayan, along with his elder brother, Shaurya (15), died in a tragic fire incident at their Rajasthan home due to a short circuit. Both brothers were sleeping when smoke filled their flat, and they couldn't get out in time.
Jubilee Hills bypoll: EC appoints observers, schedule after Dasara
Hyderabad: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has begun preparations for the Jubilee Hills by-election, alongside the Bihar Assembly polls. The Commission has finalized the appointment of observers for the upcoming elections. Apart from Bihar, bypolls will also be held for six Assembly constituencies across Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Telangana, Punjab, Mizoram, and Odisha. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Curfew continues for sixth day in Leh as LG reviews security ahead of last rites
LEH: Curfew remained in force for the sixth consecutive day in this violence-hit town on Monday, with Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta scheduled to chair a high-level meeting to review the overall security situation. The situation remained largely peaceful in the curfew-bound areas, with no untoward incidents reported from anywhere. Police and paramilitary forces are deployed in strength in sensitive areas and are maintaining strict vigil to uphold law and order, an official said. He added that the Lieutenant Governor had convened a meeting at Raj Bhavan to assess the security arrangements in light of the last rites of ex-serviceman Tsewang Tharchin of Skurbuchan and Rinchen Dadul (21) of Hanu, which were to take place later in the day. The last rites of two other victims, Stanzin Namgyal (24) and Jigmet Dorjay (25), were held on Sunday. All four individuals died on 24 September during widespread violence in the town. Curfew continues in Leh, 50 detained; Kargil observes shutdown; Wangchuk rejects Centres blame Officials confirmed that mobile internet services remain suspended in Leh town. Prohibitory orders banning the assembly of five or more persons are still in effect across major parts of the Union Territory, including Kargil. The curfew was imposed in Leh on Wednesday evening following violent protests during a shutdown called by the Leh Apex Body (LAB), demanding statehood for Ladakh and the inclusion of the region under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. More than 150 people, including around 80 police personnel, were injured during the clashes. Over 60 individuals, including two councillors, were taken into custody. Among those detained was prominent climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who was held under the National Security Act (NSA) on Friday and subsequently transferred to Jodhpur Jail in Rajasthan. Curfew was relaxed in phases for four hours on Saturday, with the relaxation period passing off peacefully.
Eight held for kidnapping trio, robbing Rs 1.1 crore in cash in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: The Hulimavu police have arrested eight men who allegedly kidnapped a couple and a car driver and robbed them of Rs 1.1 crore in cash. The incident took place near Akshaya Park on Saturday evening. The police suspect that the cash may have been linked to a hawala transaction. The accused are Narasimha (34), car driver, Jeevan (27), gym trainer, Venkat Raj (28), against whom a murder case is under trial, Kishore (30), who also faces two cases including a murder, Chandra (32), an autorickshaw driver, Ravi Kiran (33), and Kumar N (36), both security guards, and Naman (18), a primary school dropout. All are residents of south east Bengaluru and Bengaluru Rural district. The complainant, Hemanth (32), a car driver, said that his uncle, Mohan, an arecanut trader from Tumakuru, had asked him to collect money from one Mota Ram alias Ramesh, a real estate broker, and his wife Lakshmidevi, residents of Akshaya Layout who hail from Rajasthan. The couple had Rs 1.1 crore cash in two bags. According to the police, Hemanth and the couple were at Akshaya Park around 6 pm on Saturday. Finding their behaviour suspicious, Narasimha and Jeevan approached the car, tried to open the doors, and filmed the occupants claiming to be police. When the couple questioned them, the duo allegedly assaulted them and attempted to snatch their bags. Though the victims managed to escape in their car, the accused chased them on bikes and rammed into the car near a vacant spot. Soon, four other accused joined in. The victims were taken to a shed, where the accused learnt that there was a huge sum of cash in the bags. Later, they snatched the victims mobile phones, and threatened that they would be released only if they paid Rs 50 lakh, the police said. The police further added that, Hemanth got his phone from the abductors and called a friend seeking money, but when the friend refused, he contacted his uncle Mohan. The accused allegedly held the trio for nearly two hours before robbing them of Rs 1.1 crore. Mohan alerted the police, and within 15 minutes, the Hulimavu inspector and his team, who were engaged in area domination, rushed to the spot, arrested the accused, and recovered the cash, the police said, adding that based on the mobile location they were traced. A senior police officer said the victims have been asked to provide documents related to the cash. It is suspected that the money was part of a hawala transaction. The accused have been remanded in judicial custody.
In riding around the country in 50 days, pavana lives her dream
THRISSUR: At the age of 25, when most youngsters think about careers and their future, Pavana V S took the decision to make her dream come true. On July 31, the Thrissur native set out on an unplanned journey that, on September 21, ended up crossing 20 states covering more than 8,500km. A karate coach, Pavana had dreamt of an all-India trip since the age of 15. But, education and other responsibilities kept her busy. Finally, while preparing for imminent wedlock, she decided to do something out the ordinary. On her Himalayan 411, she witnessed the unique life and culture of different states. It took me 50 days to cover 20 states. I started without any planning and without following a particular route map. However, I ate the authentic, seasonal local dishes. I stayed with local families whenever possible. During the trip, many cautioned about safety risks. But the welcoming attitude and support of residents in each location kept me safe, shared Pavana, who runs Evoke Academy, which offers training in martial arts. Though Pavana wanted to spend more time in places such as Kashmir, Leh-Ladakh, and Uttarakhand, inclement weather played spoilsport. While most motorists stick to a plan on such adventures, Pavana did it her own way. She took her time at tourist locations and even went on trekking expeditions. When it comes to all-India trips, there is a misconception that only rich people can do it. But I am proof that anyone who has the passion for travel and adventure can pursue it. I rode a bike weighing over 200kg throughout the country without a single accident. I didnt depend on anyone to realise my dream. This has been a personal triumph, she added. Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Chandigarh, Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha were among the states she visited. I had many memorable experiences, mostly involving local people. I am a foodie and explored all kinds of food available at each destination, Pavana said.
Suspected honour killing: Class XII girl shot dead, body found in MPs Kuwari river
BHOPAL: In a suspected case of honour killing, a 19-year-old Class XII student was allegedly shot dead inside her home and her body allegedly dumped in the Kuwari river in Madhya Pradesh's Morena district. Divya Sikarwar, who belonged to a caste Hindu Kshatriya family, was reportedly shot in the head at her home in Shiv Nagar on the night of September 24. According to reports she is believed to have had a friendship with a youth from a backward caste. Morena district police received a call on Saturday reporting the girls disappearance and possible killing. A team questioned Divyas parents, while her younger brother and sister, both minors, are reported missing. The parents repeatedly changed their statements, initially claiming she died after coming in contact with a ceiling fan and later suggesting suicide. Police subsequently took Divyas father, Bharat Sikarwar, to the Kuwari river near their native village under Bagchini police station, about 30 km from Morena city. He admitted transporting the body in a car, covering it with a plastic sheet, tying a stone to it, and dumping it in the river. The search operations started on Saturday evening but were halted due to darkness. They resumed on Sunday morning, and within a few hours the partially decomposed body was recovered, tied to a stone in the river, Morena district police superintendent Samir Saurabh told TNIE on Sunday. He added: As the body is partially decomposed, the autopsy will be conducted in Gwalior on Monday, and a detailed forensic opinion will be taken there. Our experts, who examined the body, strongly suspect the girl was shot at point-blank range. An inquest of unnatural death has been registered, and a murder case will be lodged based on autopsy findings. Sources familiar with the investigation said the case points to a possible honour killing, noting that the weapon remains untraced, the siblings are missing, and the parents have been inconsistent in their statements. Divyas relationship with a youth from a backward caste is being considered a possible motive. Honour killings over inter-caste relationships are not uncommon in MPs Gwalior-Chambal region, bordering Rajasthan and western Uttar Pradesh. In June 2025, Sirnam Singh was arrested for allegedly killing his Class XI granddaughter Malishkha in Morena over her inter-caste relationship. In January 2025, 20-year-old Tanu Gurjar was shot dead by her father and cousin brother in Gwalior after refusing an arranged marriage. In June 2023, a young girl and her partner were murdered by her father and their bodies dumped in the Chambal river in Morena.
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Give Ladakh a voice, give them the 6th Schedule: Rahul Gandhi
NEW DELHI: Alleging that Ladakh's amazing people, culture, and traditions are under attack by the BJP and RSS, Congress MP and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi on Sunday asked the Centre to give them the 6th Schedule. A total of 44 people have been arrested, including activist Sonam Wangchuk, in connection with the September 24 violence in Leh, in which four people were killed. Wangchuk, the main voice behind the demand for the 6th Schedule for Ladakh, was on a hunger strike, which he ended right after the violence unfolded. In a post on X, Gandhi said, Ladakh's amazing people, culture, and traditions are under attack by the BJP and RSS. Ladakhis asked for a voice. The BJP responded by killing 4 young men and jailing Sonam Wangchuk. Stop the killing. Stop the violence. Stop the intimidation. Give Ladakh a voice. Give them the 6th Schedule. On September 26, two days after the death of four people amid firing by police during violent protests in the Union Territory, Wangchuk was detained under the provisions of the National Security Act (NSA) and lodged in Jodhpur jail in Rajasthan. The climate activist has been accused of inciting violence. Addressing a press conference in Leh on Saturday, Director General of Police (DGP) Ladakh, SD Singh Jamwal said that the police have nabbed the main orchestrators of the violence, including activist Sonam Wangchuk. He said, We have arrested 44 people so far...The main ring leaders have been nabbed. Sonam Wangchuk, the main player, has been sent out under NSA charges. The official alleged activist Sonam Wangchuk's connection with Pakistan and questioned his visits to the neighbouring countries. He said, We arrested a Pakistan PIO in the recent past who was reporting back across. We have a record of this. He (Sonam Wanghchuk) had attended a Dawn event in Pakistan. He also visited Bangladesh. So, there is a big question mark on him...Investigation is being done. Sonam Wangchuk has been lodged in Jodhpur Central Jail following his detention under the provisions of the National Security Act (NSA), officials said. Wangchuk's arrest comes amid chaos over the recent protests in Leh. The protests turned violent in Leh on September 24, following which the BJP office in the area was set on fire.
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How can he be anti-national when he built shelters for Army, boycotted Chinese goods: Wangchuks wife
LEH/ NEW DELHI: Jailed activist Sonam Wangchuk's wife Gitanjali Angmo has trashed allegations of Pakistan link and financial irregularities against him. Terming the charge that Wangchuk incited the violence in Leh as misplaced, she claimed that he has been protesting in the most Gandhian way possible and the situation escalated on September 24 due to the actions of the CRPF. Police detained climate activist Wangchuk on Friday under the stringent National Security Act (NSA), two days after protests demanding Sixth Schedule status and statehood for Ladakh turned violent in Leh last Wednesday, claiming four lives and injuring 90 others. Wangchuk, a key figure in the five-year-long agitation for Ladakh's rights whose detention drew strong reactions from different quarters, has been lodged in prison in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Talking to PTI over the phone, Angmo, the co-founder of Himalayan Institute of Alternative Learning (HIAL), said she has not been able to communicate with her husband since his detention and dismissed all allegations against the climate activist and their institutions. Claiming that they have not been handed over a copy of the detention order, Angmo said, They promised to send it on Friday. We will take legal recourse. Ladakh DGP S D Singh Jamwal has said Wangchuk is being probed for allegedly having links with Pakistan on the back of last months arrest of a Pakistani Intelligence Operative (PIO) who sent videos of his protests across the border. The police chief also cited some of Wangchuks suspicious foreign trips, including to Pakistan to attend an event by The Dawn. Angmo, however, clarified that their recent visit to the neighbouring country was purely professional and climate-focused. Denouncing the allegations of Pakistan links involving her husband, she said all of Wangchuk's overseas visits were made on the invitation of reputed universities and institutions. We attended a conference organised by the United Nations, and it was on climate change. The glacier on the top of the Himalayas is not going to see whether I'm flowing into Pakistan or India, she told PTI. She said the Breathe Pakistan conference held in February was organised by the United Nations Pakistan and Dawn Media, and involved multinational cooperation. There are organisations like the ICIMOD, which bring together all the eight Hindu Kush countries and work on different issues. We are part of the ICIMODs Himalayan University Consortium, Angmo said. The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) is a Nepal-based organisation founded in 1983 comprising eight regional member countries of the Hindu Kush Himalaya region India, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Myanmar, Nepal and Pakistan. I was also there to present a paper on women's role in climate change... In fact, he (Wangchuk) praised Prime Minister (Narendra) Modi on stage at the event. The Nepal and Bangladesh reference being bandied around is actually an example Sonam gave, i.e., when governments are not responsive, it leads to a revolution. We should avoid the interpretations, she said. Angmo also challenged the slapping of the stringent NSA on Wangchuk, which allows detention without a trial for up to 12 months, citing his long record of peaceful protests. I think it is a very wrong charge. Sonam certainly is not a threat to any public order, Angmo said. She claimed that Wangchuk advocated for his cause in the most Gandhian way possible over the last five years, reminding the government of its promises to Ladakhis, and all through maintaining that the protest organised by the Leh Apex Body was peaceful, and the charge that Wangchuk incited the violence was misplaced. We have videos to show that the students and the youth were just there for a peaceful protest. Sonam did not even know about (a non-peaceful plan), she claimed, adding, He only knew about a peaceful protest. But when the CRPF personnel fired tear gas shells, the youth reacted by pelting stones, and the whole situation escalated. Angmo also questioned the response by the security forces, saying, My question is, who gave the CRPF the right to open fire? Why should you open fire on your own people, on your own youth? On the allegation that Wangchuk made a provocative speech, Angmo claimed his Ladakhi words were taken out of context and mistranslated. He just said that when change has to happen, it can start with one individual, or with the death of one individual and that individual could be me; I'm happy to give my life for it, she said. She also questioned the logic behind the alleged attempt to portray Wangchuk as an anti-national, saying, How can you portray a person as anti-national who has been talking about making shelters for the Indian Army, and boycotting Chinese goods? On the charges of financial irregularities involving their institutions, Angmo presented a detailed defence about the foreign funding of HIAL, UGC registration, FCRA cancellation of SECMOL and land allotment. Angmo denied that HIAL took donations from abroad without Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) clearance, claiming the funds were payments for their technologies. We have the service agreements, which say this is a consulting assignment that we're giving to HIAL for which we will be paying them, she said. She also said that HIAL does not charge its 400 students any fees and raises its running costs through innovations such as ice stupas and passive solar buildings, noting they do not patent their technologies, leaving them free for public use. Angmo said HIAL applied for UGC registration in 2022 and paid a deposit amount of Rs 15 lakh, but if at all the registration has not happened, it's because they are stalling it. She also claimed that the lease for HIAL's land is held up because the UT administration did not have a category for such institutions, adding that while questions are being raised on HIAL, the Sindhu Central University, which started in 2021, still doesn't have a building. Angmo stressed that Wangchuk is not against development, but is advocating for the Sixth Schedule to give locals a say in mindful development. She pointed to HIALs suggestion to use translucent solar panels in Changtang to grow fodder for Pashmina goats alongside electricity production. This kind of mindful development is what hes talking about... HIAL is at the forefront of innovation. It is not that hes anti-development, Angmo said. After the September 4 violence, the Union home ministry cancelled the FCRA licence granted to the Students' Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh (SECMOL), an organisation founded by Wangchuk, citing alleged financial discrepancies.
Technical glitches at PM Modis Banswara rally cost Rajasthan IT Secretary Archana Singh her post
JAIPUR:Senior IAS officer Archana Singh has been removed from her post as Secretary of the Information Technology and Communications (IT&C) Department in Rajasthan after technical glitches marred Prime Minister Narendra Modis rally in Banswara on Thursday. When the Prime Minister arrived at the venue, the video system reportedly failed and the live feed was interrupted for nearly 10 minutes. Audio problems also surfaced during his interaction with farmers. These lapses have cost Archana Singh her post, and she has now been placed on Awaiting Posting Orders (APO) status. Under this status, an officer is relieved from their current position but is not yet given a new assignment. The official order issued by the Personnel Department cited administrative reasons for her removal. However, speculation in bureaucratic circles suggests the glitches were viewed as negligence. The decision has created unease within the state bureaucracy. Archana Singh, a 2004-batch IAS officer, has previously served in several key departments in Rajasthan. Until her removal, she was heading the Department of Information Technology (DOIT) and is now awaiting a fresh posting.
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, the main voice behind the demand for statehood for Ladakh, has been detained under the National Security Act and lodged in Jodhpur jail in Rajasthan
Curfew continues for fifth day in violence- hit Leh
Curfew remained in force in Leh town for the fifth straight day on Sunday following last weeks violent protests. Authorities are maintaining strict security as Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta prepares to chair a high-level review meeting to decide on further relaxation of restrictions. The unrest began on Wednesday after protests erupted during a shutdown called by the Leh Apex Body (LAB), demanding statehood for Ladakh and inclusion under the Sixth Schedule. The same day, four people were killed and dozens injured . Over 50 individuals have since been detained for alleged rioting. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was among those arrested and has been booked under the National Security Act. He is currently lodged in Jodhpur jail, Rajasthan. Saturday saw the first relaxation of curfew, a four-hour window that passed peacefully. However, mobile internet services remain suspended, and prohibitory orders restricting gatherings of five or more people continue across Leh and Kargil. Security forces, including the CRPF and ITBP, remain deployed in large numbers, with riot gear and flag marches maintaining calm in sensitive zones. The last rites of two of the deceased protesters are expected to be held later today. Meanwhile, two Congress councillors, Smanla Dorje Nurbo and Phutsog Stanzin Tsepak, surrendered before a local court on Saturday. They, along with Ladakh Buddhist Association vice president Savin Rigzin and village numberdar Rigzin Dorjey, were remanded to police custody. ( With inputs from PTI) Congress slams Centre's handling of Ladakh protests, seeks judicial probe into killing of 4 people in police firing
JAIPUR: Obscene posters and hoardings targeting former MLA Mewaram Jain have sparked a major controversy in Congress. Jain had recently re-entered the party after being expelled last year over the alleged obscene CD and rape case. On Saturday morning, the posters appeared across Barmer, Baytu, and Balotra, featuring his obscene photograph. They carried the message: Barmer is disgraced. Barmers Congress will not tolerate the disrespect of women. We will not accept rapists. Jain, a three-term MLA from Barmer between 2008 and 2023, was expelled by Congress in January 2024 after a case under gang rape and the POCSO Act was filed against him in Jodhpur in December 2023. He claims his acquittal by the court paved the way for his return home to Congress. The identity of those behind the posters remains uncertain, but sources say they reflect internal dissent. Some Congress leaders reportedly went to Delhi to register objections with the partys high command. Baytu MLA and MP Congress in-charge Harish Chaudhary, known for opposing the return of Amin Khan earlier, is also said to be against Jains comeback. Reacting to the posters, Mewaram Jain has also said, Even after the court has given a clean chit, calling all this fake, my opponents have put up posters. This is despicable. I have lodged a police complaint. This is not BJPs doingeveryone knows who is behind it. I will not be deterred. Even if they threaten or kill me, I will remain in the Congress. In a sharp statement, Jain further remarked, Congress defeated Congress in the Assembly elections, which is why the party won only one of eight seats in Barmer-Jaisalmer. As for my character, conduct a narco-analysis on me and othersthe truth will come out. Since rejoining, I have faced harassment through threatening calls. Who ordered this? Observers believe former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot played a crucial role in facilitating the re-entry of both leaders. While Chaudharyconsidered close to Sachin Pilothad built a stronghold in Barmer-Jaisalmer during elections, Gehlot appears to have reasserted his dominance after Jains and Khan's return. However, following the uproar, district authorities and police began removing the posters early in the morning. Congress also distanced itself from the incident. Jaisalmer District Congress President clarified, The party has no connection with these posters. We have demanded action from the Collector and SP against those responsible. Induction or expulsion is a collective party decision, not an individual one. Municipal Council Commissioner Surendra Singh Rajawat confirmed, The posters have been removed, and action will be taken against those who put them up without permission. Meanwhile, the BJP has seized the opportunity to attack Congress. Former State Womens Commission chairperson Suman Sharma alleged that the posters expose the partys true face and called Congress a party that insults women. Experts say the controversy has once again laid bare deep divisions within Congress, with local leadership fractured over morality, loyalty, and power struggles.
