Six held for firing in Jammu; country-made pistol seized

Jammu: Six people were arrested for allegedly open firing at a man with the intent of killing him here, police said on Thursday.The incident took place on Tuesday when the accused shot at him and later threw him from a height of nearly 60 feet near Ring Road Kunjwani in the outskirts of the city, a police spokesman said.He was taken to a hospital by locals, the officer said.A case has been registered under relevant sections of law at Bishnah police station and a team was formed to nab the accused, he said.All the six accused were arrested within 48 hours of the incident, he added. Additionally, the vehicle used during the crime was also seized, the officer said. PTI

Accused in theft case nabbed within 24 hours

A swift arrest was made in Mangaluru after a man smashed a car window near Kankanady market and stole valuables worth Rs 6.8 lakh. Police apprehended 33-year-old Abdul Akram within 24 hours of the incident. The car owner, Priyanka, discovered the theft after returning from dinner while waiting for her husband's delayed flight. Recovered items total Rs 7.

Akshay Kumar irritated Sridevi and panicked in front of her; the actress said, 'Make him rehearse yaar'

Akshay Kumar's early career jitters were evident while filming 'Meri Biwi Ka Jawaab Nahin' alongside the legendary Sridevi. Director Pankaj Parashar recounted Kumar's initial struggles with dialogue delivery, exacerbated by Sridevi's presence. Parashar's persistence and Sridevi's encouragement ultimately boosted Kumar's confidence. Beyond the on-screen dynamics, Parashar highlighted Kumar's disciplined lifestyle, including early morning yoga routines, which even impressed Sridevi.

Six killed as fire breaks out at private hospital in Dindigul

Tragedy struck a Dindigul orthopedic hospital Thursday night as a massive fire claimed six lives, including a child. The blaze, which began around 9 pm, rapidly engulfed the building, trapping patients. Swift action by fire and police personnel led to the rescue of 29 individuals, six of whom were stuck in a lift.

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