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States across India tighten security measures ahead of NEET re-examination

Nationwide, security has been significantly heightened for the NEET re-examination scheduled for tomorrow. Authorities in Bhopal, Jammu and Kashmir, and Dehradun have confirmed robust, multi-layered security measures, including police escorts and strict checks, to ensure a fair process. Over 22.79 lakh students are expected to take the test across India…

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Defamation case: HC lifts stay on arrest warrant against TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has removed a stay on an arrest warrant for Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee. This decision follows a defamation case filed by Akash Vijayvargiya. The court dismissed Banerjee's petition, noting his absence during the hearing. The arrest warrant was issued by a Bhopal court. This…

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Chhattisgarh mysterious bat deaths spark concern in Balod; samples sent to Bhopal lab

Unexplained deaths of 50-70 bats daily in Dalli Rajhara, Chhattisgarh, have prompted a joint investigation by the Forest and veterinary departments. Samples have been sent for lab analysis to determine the cause, with extreme heat and infection being preliminary possibilities. Residents are advised to avoid contact with dead or sick…

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Mother-in-law and husband arrested over ‘dowry death’ case that has rocked India

Twisha Sharma’s family allege she was tortured to death after her family failed to provide enough dowry

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Bashir Badr Death: Ayodhya-born Urdu poet who lost everything in Meerut violence gave world the iconic ‘Dushmani Jam Kar Karo’ shayari during 1972 Shimla Agreement

Renowned Urdu poet Bashir Badr, celebrated for his deeply moving verses, has passed away in Bhopal at the age of 91. His iconic couplet, “Dushmani jam kar karo”, resonated widely, symbolising hope and dignity. Badr’s simple yet profound shayari, often reflecting love and the pain of life, continues to be…

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Wrong sheets, missing pages, no response: The cost of CBSE’s rushed marking overhaul

Jalaj boarded a train from Vidisha at 1 pm on May 26 with his friend and his father. They were travelling 60 kilometres to the CBSE Regional Office in Bhopal. He had no other choice.

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CBI arrests Twisha Sharma's mother-in-law Giribala Singh after MP High Court quashes anticipatory bail

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested Giribala Singh, a retired district judge. The arrest occurred at her Bhopal residence. This action followed the Madhya Pradesh High Court's decision to cancel her anticipatory bail. A sessions court had previously granted her this bail. The High Court's order cited factual aspects…

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Twisha Sharma case: Accused Samarth attempted to mislead investigators during crime scene recreation, says Madhya Pradesh Police

The Supreme Court has ordered the CBI to investigate the Twisha Sharma death case. A Special Investigation Team recreated the crime scene. The victim's husband, Samarth Singh, was interrogated. The court also directed both families to avoid media interviews. Legal challenges regarding anticipatory bail are ongoing. The Madhya Pradesh High…

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Twisha Sharma dowry death case: Body cremated in Bhopal after AIIMS team conducts second autopsy

Twisha Sharma's body was cremated in Bhopal following a second post-mortem. The High Court ordered the fresh examination after her family raised concerns. Sharma was found dead in her marital home, with allegations of dowry harassment against her husband and mother-in-law. The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of…

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Why has Ram Charan apologised to Jasprit Bumrah? Telugu superstar says 'Uff I’m genuinely so forgetful...'

Telugu superstar Ram Charan recently made headlines for a humorous gaffe at a movie music launch in Bhopal. He mistakenly praised Indian cricketer Jasprit Bumrah for his football skills. Ram Charan later issued a public apology on social media for the mix-up. The incident occurred during an interaction with fans…

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Twisha Sharma dowry death case: SC takes suo motu cognisance; hearing by CJI-led bench likely on Monday

The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the Twisha Sharma death case. Her husband, Samarth Singh, has been arrested. He is the son of a retired district judge. Police are seeking his custodial remand for questioning. A Bhopal court has remanded him in police custody for seven days.

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Twisha Sharma death case: Husband gets seven-day police custody

Samarth Singh, husband of former actor Twisha Sharma, was remanded to seven-day police custody in Bhopal. He is accused in his wife's alleged dowry death case. Police arrested Singh in Jabalpur after he withdrew his anticipatory bail plea. Twisha Sharma was found hanging at her matrimonial home.

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AIIMS Delhi forms 4-member board for Twisha Sharma's second autopsy, team to fly to Bhopal

A medical board from AIIMS Delhi is traveling to Bhopal for a second autopsy of actor-model Twisha Sharma. This follows a Madhya Pradesh High Court order in the alleged dowry death case. The victim's husband has withdrawn his anticipatory bail plea. Police are seeking his custodial remand for questioning. Twisha…

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Twisha Sharma case: Bhopal Police to seek 7-day remand of accused Samarth Singh; three notices served to mother-in-law

Bhopal Police is seeking a seven-day remand for Samarth Singh, the prime accused in his wife Twisha Sharma's death. Singh was taken into custody from Jabalpur after attempting to surrender. Notices were also served to his mother, a former judge, who denies receiving them. Efforts are underway to arrange a…

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Twisha Sharma case: Husband Samarth Singh arrested from Jabalpur, police seek 7-day remand

Bhopal Police have arrested Samarth Singh, the main suspect in the Twisha Sharma death case. He was apprehended in Jabalpur. Police are seeking a seven-day remand for further questioning. Twisha Sharma's family alleges mental harassment and dowry torture. The Madhya Pradesh government has recommended a CBI probe into the matter.

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Twisha Sharma death case: Cops yet to reach out to me for recording my statement, says mom-in-law

Former judge Giribala Singh is booked in a dowry death case. She states police have not contacted her for a statement. Singh cites a chaotic situation outside her home due to media presence. Her anticipatory bail is being challenged. The victim's husband has surrendered. The case involves allegations of dowry…

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Twisha Sharma's absconding husband Samarth Singh reaches Jabalpur court to surrender

Samarth Singh, husband of Twisha Sharma, surrendered at Jabalpur district court Friday evening. This followed the withdrawal of his anticipatory bail plea from the Madhya Pradesh High Court. Twisha Sharma died last week in Bhopal, with her family alleging dowry harassment. Police had announced a reward for Singh's arrest. His…

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Twisha Sharma case update: Absconding husband withdraws pre-arrest bail plea filed in HC

Samarth Singh, husband of Twisha Sharma, has withdrawn his anticipatory bail plea in the Madhya Pradesh High Court. This leaves him with no choice but to surrender to the authorities. Twisha Sharma died last week in Bhopal, with her family alleging dowry harassment. Police have announced a reward for Singh's…

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Madhya Pradesh HC allows second postmortem of Twisha Sharma, say her family members

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has allowed a second postmortem for Twisha Sharma. Sharma, a model and actor, was found dead at her Bhopal home. Her family alleges dowry harassment. The court directed the state to arrange a medical team from AIIMS Delhi. This follows a lower court's rejection of…

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Twisha Sharma death case: MP govt to seek CBI probe, says CM Yadav

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has promised a CBI investigation into the death of Twisha Sharma. The Noida woman was found dead in Bhopal last week. Her family alleged dowry harassment and sought a fair probe. Police have registered a case against her husband and mother-in-law. The husband is…

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We have no objection to a second autopsy of Twisha Sharma: Bhopal police chief

Bhopal Police stated they have no objection to a second post-mortem for Twisha Sharma. Her family sought this after she was found hanging at her marital home. A local court summoned the police diary. Twisha's family alleges lapses in the initial investigation and FIR registration. They fear influence on a…

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'Indian society is notorious for abandoning married daughters': Kangana Ranaut warns young women about marriage pressure in viral post

Kangana Ranaut has urged young women to prioritise financial independence and career growth before marriage while reacting to the recent Bhopal dowry death case. Sharing her views on social media, the actor and BJP MP highlighted what she described as society’s tendency to abandon daughters after marriage, even when they…

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Who is Twisha Sharma? Ex-Miss Pune and former judge’s daughter-in-law found dead in Bhopal amid dowry harassment allegations

Bhopal police are investigating the death of Twisha Sharma, a former Miss Pune contestant. She was found hanging at her marital home. Her family alleges dowry harassment and domestic abuse by her husband, Samarth Singh, and mother-in-law, Giribala Singh. Twisha's final message to a friend expressed feeling trapped. A Special…

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Twisha Sharma case: Former Miss Pune was allegedly forced to abort, sent final Instagram message saying “I am trapped, bro”, chilling details in post-mortem report

Twisha Sharma death case: A 33-year-old woman was found dead at her marital home in Bhopal, with police booking her mother-in-law and husband for dowry harassment and domestic violence. Her last message to a friend expressed feeling trapped, and her family alleges she was forced to terminate a pregnancy and…

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RIP Raghu Rai: India's greatest documentary photographer dies aged 83

A Magnum member handpicked by Cartier-Bresson, Raghu Rai spent 60 years documenting India with patience and courage

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