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Two daily wagers in Saharanpur have been arrested for the brutal murder of a 32-year-old accountant, pintu. The shocking motive behind the crime was to shed a "petty thief" reputation and build a fearsome image in their village. The victim was chosen at random, with the accused confessing to strangling him and bludgeoning him to death with a brick.

Dhanbad police revealed a massive digital scam potentially affecting over 3.5 lakh individuals. Arrests have been made, with accused allegedly developing and distributing malicious APK files embedded in popular apps. These files granted cybercriminals remote access, enabling them to steal banking details and personal data, leading to significant financial losses. A central team is now assisting the investigation.

A heart-wrenching event occurred in Supaul district, where Manoj Kumar, a 62-year-old grocer, lost his life when a car escaping a police pursuit collided with him. The vehicle, thought to be loaded with over a thousand bottles of illicit Nepali liquor, first crashed into a tractor before tragically hitting Kumar. Authorities have since apprehended two suspects who fled the scene.

In a shocking incident during a staged blackout exercise in Patna City's Musallahpur Hatt, spice trader pintu Kumar Sao, aged 35, was tragically shot by an unknown assailant who escaped on a motorcycle. Authorities believe this attack was premeditated, linked to a long-standing conflict, since no theft was reported.

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A 15-year-old boy died from suspected food poisoning in Dhurkot village, Chhattisgarh. Three other children from the same family were hospitalized after eating watermelon and chicken. They developed severe vomiting and diarrhea. The district administration has launched a probe and is screening residents. The exact cause of the illness is under investigation, with food samples sent for testing.

Bengal's delicate sholapith craft, traditionally used for religious adornments, has achieved global haute couture status. A stunning Met Gala creation by Mayyur Girotra, brought to life by four Malakar artisans, showcased this fading art form's intricate beauty on an international stage. The ensemble, a fusion of shola and Kanjeevaram silk, highlights the craft's quiet grandeur and the artisans' dedication.

In a devastating turn of events, a speeding truck crashed into a bus and a pickup truck in Rohtas district, resulting in the loss of five lives and leaving ten others injured. The victims were on their way home from a ceremony.

A chilling case unfolded in Koderma where 14-year-old Chandan Kumar became a target of his brother-in-law, Suraj Yadav, who orchestrated his kidnapping to sway Chandan's family into accepting his marriage proposal to his sister-in-law. Thanks to a dedicated police effort, Chandan was rescued, and Suraj, along with two accomplices, was arrested.

Four excise police personnel from Nawada's Pakribarawan station were arrested for allegedly kidnapping a man and extorting Rs 1.5 lakh from his family. The victim was detained on suspicion of transporting illegal liquor, but instead of following procedure, officers demanded ransom. Rs 1.5 lakh cash was recovered from one officer's residence. An investigation is ongoing.

A 25-year-old decorator in Nalanda allegedly died by suicide after facing relentless harassment and threats from moneylenders, despite repaying his loans with interest. Before his death, he recorded a video naming his alleged tormentors and appealing for justice. In a separate incident, a woman attempted suicide after her son was scolded.