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A family protested alleged police inaction by carrying a woman's body on a bicycle for 15 km. The woman died in a land dispute clash. Her sister-in-law is critically injured. The family demanded justice and the arrest of accused. Police have arrested one suspect and are searching for others. The investigation is ongoing.

Saltwater crocodiles are entering villages to lay eggs, increasing human-crocodile conflict near Bhitarkanika National Park. The forest department is educating villagers and deploying a quick response team. Barricades are placed at river ghats. The park remains closed to tourists until July 31. Compensation is provided for victims.

Bhitarkanika National Park authorities are implementing special measures to protect wildlife during the intense summer heat. Artificial water tanks and renovated ponds are being utilized to provide drinking water, while increased patrolling aims to deter poachers. Special attention is also being given to penned crocodiles and hatchlings, with fire lines and extinguishers in place to prevent forest fires.

Five people died and seven were injured when an SUV collided head-on with a soybean-laden tractor-trolley on the Tawa river bridge in Narmadapuram district early Monday. The marriage party was returning from mana village when the tragic accident occurred around 1:30 am.

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A shocking family dispute in Saharsa led a 40-year-old woman to allegedly poison her five children and herself with pesticide in milk. The incident, reportedly fueled by a property argument with her mother-in-law, left all six in critical condition. Doctors are fighting to save the twin boys, who remain on ventilators. Police are investigating the tragic event.

A 40-year-old tuition teacher in Kendrapada has been arrested for allegedly molesting an 11-year-old student. The incident surfaced when the Class V girl refused to attend classes, later revealing the alleged molestation to her parents. Police have booked the accused under various sections of the BNS and the POCSO Act. A local court has denied him bail.

A Nagaon court has sentenced 20 individuals to life imprisonment for the 2018 lynching of two youths in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. The victims were attacked by a mob on suspicion of being child lifters. The court acquitted 25 other accused due to insufficient evidence.

An ex-sarpanch and her husband were detained by police in Rajanna Sircilla for locking a government school for two days. They claim Rs 22 lakh for school construction under Mana Ooru-Mana Badi and Rs 16 lakh from the gram panchayat remain unpaid. The current sarpanch acknowledged pending bills but criticized the school lockdown.

Villagers in Keonjhar's Patna block protested on NH-220, burning tyres to demand rehabilitation and compensation after a hailstorm destroyed homes. The local administration's alleged failure to provide assistance led to the blockade. Officials mediated, and the protest was withdrawn after listening to the villagers' grievances.

Tovino Thomas stars in the upcoming period thriller 'Pallichattambi', set against British rule and local struggles. The trailer, released by director Dijo Jose Antony, showcases intense action and hints at a special cameo by Prithviraj Sukumaran. The film, featuring Kayadu Lohar and a strong supporting cast, promises a gripping narrative and is slated for a worldwide release on April 10.

A 66-year-old farmer narrowly escaped a saltwater crocodile attack while bathing in the Kharosotra river, sustaining injuries to his hands, chest, head, and back. The incident highlights the increasing presence of crocodiles venturing far from their usual habitats, posing a significant threat to riverside communities.

Tovino Thomas teams up with director Dijo Jose Antony for 'Pallichattambi', a fictional period drama set in 1957-58 Kerala amidst socio-political shifts. Thomas plays a protector of the church, focusing on humanity. He also confirmed his exit from the Telugu film 'Dragon' due to scheduling conflicts, preferring Malayalam cinema's faster pace. The film releases April 10.

Forest officials stopped a demolition drive against illegal shrimp farms in Bhitarkanika National Park. Owners and locals resisted, assaulting forest personnel. One guard sustained head injuries. The drive was temporarily halted. Officials plan to mobilize more police to resume the demolition of all illegal shrimp farms in the area.

Soumya Mukhopadhyay's documentary 'A Chronicle of the Lost' has been selected for Switzerland's Visions du Réel festival. The film, a hybrid documentary shot partially on a 1950s camera, explores the loss and longing of migrant workers through their testimonies. It uniquely uses stylistic experiments to delve into existential issues faced by these workers, rather than adopting an activist model.

A severe commercial LPG crisis is forcing small tiffin stalls and restaurants in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack to shut down, leaving families and employees jobless. Rising costs and unavailability of cylinders, coupled with insufficient government relief, are pushing businesses to the brink. Even alternative fuels like coal and firewood have become significantly more expensive.

A 54-year-old fisherman was fatally attacked by a saltwater crocodile in the Gobari river near Bhitarkanika National Park. This incident marks the latest in a series of fatal attacks, highlighting the intensifying human-crocodile conflict in the region. The forest department is implementing measures like barricades and awareness campaigns to mitigate risks.

A 25-year-old homemaker in Bengaluru died by suicide after consuming a grain-preserving tablet following a dispute with her husband over serving leftover sambar. The argument escalated when the husband scolded her for not preparing fresh food on the third day of serving the same dish. Her father has requested a police investigation into the circumstances.

Even though the entire country is in Unlock mode, the 500-odd residents of Mana – the last Indian village before China border adjoining Uttarakhand – have unanimously decided to continue with their self-imposed lockdown and isolation. Not a single case of Covid-19 has been reported in the village with over 150 families, and the locals do not want to spot their track record.

Once known as India's Last Village, Mana in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district has been rebranded as India's First Village. This remote Himalayan settlement, nestled near the Indo-Tibetan border, is celebrated for its spiritual significance, cultural heritage, and stunning natural beauty, serving as a gateway to the high Himalayas.