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A Meerut Cantonment Board nominated member, Satish Kumar Sharma, was apprehended by the CBI for allegedly demanding and accepting a Rs 3 lakh bribe. The payment was reportedly sought from a contractor to ensure the smooth continuation of a tender for parking, canteen, and entry fee collection at Gandhi Bagh. The CBI caught Sharma red-handed during a trap operation.

A shocking incident unfolded in Kushaiguda where a woman was brutally attacked by her live-in partner. Following a heated argument, the man allegedly used a knife to cut her tongue. The victim, critically injured, was rushed to the hospital and is recovering. Police have registered a case and are actively searching for the absconding accused.

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Following a fatal restaurant fire in Delhi, the Ranchi Municipal Corporation is intensifying safety checks at local eateries. The civic body will conduct intensive drives to ensure establishments are equipped to handle fire accidents and prevent similar tragedies. Residents express concern over narrow lanes in congested areas hindering potential firefighting efforts.

In a remarkable display of anti-corruption efforts, vigilance authorities in Rohtas district executed well-timed sting operations on Friday, resulting in the arrest of a circle officer, his assistant, and a clerk. The Sasaram circle officer and his aide fell into the trap while accepting a sizable bribe linked to land mutation permits.

President Murmu honored 51 personnel with Kirti, Vir, and Shaurya Chakras for exceptional bravery and sacrifice. The awards recognized acts of raw courage across various operational theatres, including elite forces and CAPFs. Notably, Gaganyaan astronaut-designate Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair received a Kirti Chakra for his distinguished service.

In a significant ruling, Istkhar Alam has received an 11-year sentence alongside a hefty fine of Rs 1 lakh from an Aurangabad court for the possession of nearly 11 kg of opium. His trial concluded promptly following his arrest in April 2025, marking this as the tenth case related to the NDPS Act in the district for the year.

Following Chief Minister Hemant Soren's intervention, Palamu Deputy Commissioner Dilip Pratap Singh Shekhawat visited Akouni village to meet three orphaned siblings. The DC ensured their inclusion in welfare schemes, even sharing his personal contact for direct assistance.

In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has rejected a Public Interest Litigation aimed at disqualifying Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and Durgesh Pathak, as well as terminating their party's registration. The court found the petition to be 'seriously misguided,' emphasizing that disqualification and deregistration must be backed by solid legal foundations under election regulations—criteria that were unfortunately unmet.

India's ambitious first bullet train project, launched in 2017, is now in its advanced construction phase, with viaducts and tunnels taking shape. Despite delays and cost escalations, the Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor is set to revolutionize travel, with the first operational section anticipated by mid-2027. This endeavor signifies India's leap into high-speed rail technology.

A violent clash during a Ramdhun procession in Bihar's Sheikhpura district left seven family members injured, including a differently-abled youth. The altercation reportedly began when the youth, on a tricycle, requested space in a narrow lane. The dispute escalated, leading to an attack with sticks and stones, critically injuring two individuals.

The US has imposed visa restrictions on 13 individuals, including the owner of an Indian online pharmacy, KS International Traders, accused of selling illicit fentanyl-laced drugs to Americans. This action follows previous sanctions against Indian nationals and firms involved in trafficking fentanyl and its precursor chemicals, highlighting a joint effort between the US and India to combat drug networks.