Times of India

A man in his mid-20s, Shubham Harane, was brutally murdered in Kawrapeth on Sunday after a dispute over a T-shirt with Prayag and Akshay Asole. Prayag, the attacker, slit Harane's throat and fled the scene, causing widespread tension and concerns over rising lawlessness in the area.

A mason named Rakesh Yadav hanged himself during a video call with his wife in Sarnath area. The police suspect a family dispute as the reason behind his suicide. An investigation is underway, and the body has been sent for postmortem. The couple had two children and were in disagreement over living arrangements.

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray emphasized the need to prioritize the interests of locals in state's developmental projects to prevent displacement and loss of cultural identity. Speaking at the Vishwa Marathi Sahitya Sammelan, he urged thoughtful land allocation and encouraged Maharashtrians to promote Marathi language and culture.

India and Russia aim to enhance inter-parliamentary relations with a visit to India by state duma chairman Vyacheslav Volodin this week. The visit precedes a potential trip by President Putin to India for the annual summit. Despite geopolitical challenges, India maintains robust ties with Moscow, emphasizing defense, security, and trade cooperation.

A 55-year-old woman was allegedly raped inside an empty train compartment at Bandra railway terminus. The Railway Protection Force and Govt Railway Police arrested the accused, a laborer, early Sunday morning. Authorities are investigating the sequence of events, and one railway personnel was suspended for negligence in monitoring the area.

An Orissa HC judge has granted bail to Manas Ati, charged with electric pole theft, on the condition that he plants 200 saplings of local varieties in his village. The district nursery and revenue authority will assist in providing saplings and identifying planting locations. Ati must maintain the trees for two years.

Despite multiple teams showing interest in Pete Alonso, the New York Yankees chose not to pursue him due to ambitious market expectations set by his agent, Scott Boras. Alonso is also considering a return to the New York Mets or joining the Toronto Blue Jays.

A Kerala police SIT is probing the suicide of 14-year-old Mihir Ahammed, allegedly due to bullying at GEMS Modern Academy. His mother Rajna PM claims he faced physical abuse and harassment at the school and on the bus. The school denies the allegations but has suspended the vice principal for an impartial inquiry.

A 22-year-old Dalit woman was found murdered after an alleged rape in Ayodhya, sparking political backlash before the Milkipur bypolls. CM Yogi Adityanath hinted at SP's involvement, while opposition parties criticized the BJP government for law and order issues. Two suspects have been detained.

A cab driver from Bannur drove his vehicle onto the platform at Tekal railway station near Kolar, causing panic but no major damage, thanks to the absence of trains. In another incident, a car caught fire while driving over horsegram crops spread on a road in Mulbagal taluk, leading to its passengers escaping unhurt.

The food services market in Delhi, valued at over Rs 42,000 crores, faces challenges due to multiple departmental clearances and varying regulations. Industry leaders seek a dedicated department for streamlined licensing and consistent rules across NCR regions to enhance business operations and promote F&B tourism.

In Green Park, YouTube influencer Meghnad S launched his first offline political campaign, emphasizing the importance of hyper-local leadership. His campaign, marked by a QR code linking to his YouTube channel, aims to bring practical solutions to Malviya Nagar's issues and revitalize the sense of neighborhood.

The Allahabad High Court has expressed concern for children living in prisons with their incarcerated parents, directing the UP government to create a structured programme for these children's education, health, and development. The order came after rejecting the bail application of a woman charged with her step-son's murder.

Abhishek Sharma's remarkable 54-ball 135 led India to an emphatic 150-run victory over England, securing the series 4-1. Sharma's innings broke multiple records, including the highest T20I score by an Indian. Despite Phil Salt's quick-fire 55, England's batting collapsed, managing only 97 runs. This victory margin of 150 runs stands as India's second-largest in T20Is, following their 168-run victory over New Zealand in 2023.

Uttarkashi district police have registered a case against unknown individuals for spreading false rumours about an impending high-magnitude earthquake. A widely circulated social media post caused panic, leading residents to leave their homes on a cold night. Efforts are underway to identify those responsible.

The Indian government anticipates a slowdown in highway construction over the next two years due to fewer new project awards in 2023-24. Despite this, the road transport ministry aims to exceed its target of constructing 10,400 km of national highways this fiscal year, hoping to reach 11,000 km, though maintaining this momentum will be challenging.