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The Times of India In MP, stepmom burns 5-yr-old son with hot spatula for bedwetting

In Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, a five-year-old boy suffered burns after his stepmother, Razia Bano, allegedly punished him with a hot spatula for bedwetting. The child was treated at a government hospital after his grandmother filed a complaint. An FIR has been registered against the stepmother. The boy's condition remains under medical supervision.

The Times of India Mobile torches used for deliveries at health center in gloomy crisis

The Bhopalpatnam community health center faced frequent power outages, compelling staff to use mobile torches for deliveries. Essential equipment, including generators, has been dysfunctional for two years, leading to vaccine spoilage and halted lab tests. Despite orders from the health minister and reports to higher authorities, the situation remains dire. New generators were ordered for installation.

The Times of India Bihar man helps wife marry her childhood boyfriend

In a surprising turn of events at Ramnagar village in Lakhisarai district, Rajesh Kumar arranged for his wife Khushboo Kumari to marry her childhood friend and lover, Chandan Kumar, after discovering their relationship. The marriage took place at a local temple with the village's consent. Rajesh expressed his support for the couple and wished them a happy life. Despite the circumstances, Rajesh kept custody of their two-year-old son, Ayush, emphasizing their bond. The unique situation has become a widely discussed topic in the village, raising much curiosity and interest.

The Times of India SC bins 'end superstitions' PIL, says we don't have antidote to all evils

The Supreme Court of India, led by CJI D Y Chandrachud, criticised a petitioner for submitting a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) to eradicate superstitions and promote scientific temper. The court emphasised that such matters fall under the domain of educational policy experts and cannot be mandated by judicial orders. The petition was subsequently withdrawn.

The Times of India SC bins 'end superstitions' PIL, says we don't have antidote to all evils

The Supreme Court of India, led by CJI D Y Chandrachud, criticised a petitioner for submitting a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) to eradicate superstitions and promote scientific temper. The court emphasised that such matters fall under the domain of educational policy experts and cannot be mandated by judicial orders. The petition was subsequently withdrawn.

The Times of India EC plans August 8-10 tour of J&K to take stock of election preparedness

Inputs regarding the security situation in J&K will be sought by EC from the Union home ministry. Any decision on how conducive the security situation is as well as the extent of requirement and availability of central forces for J&K poll will be taken only after deliberations with MHA.

The Times of India Man stabs wife to death, uploads video of threatening mom-in-law

A man in his late 40s, Tabrez Pasha, allegedly stabbed his wife, Syeda Fazil Fatima, to death at her mother's house in Chamarajpet. Pasha, previously arrested for robbery, had failed to convince Fatima to return to his house. After committing the crime, he recorded a threatening video and uploaded it on Facebook before fleeing. Fatima, a school teacher, was alone at home during the incident. Authorities are currently searching for the suspect. The incident has shocked the local community and raised concerns about domestic violence and personal safety.

The Times of India Seven-year-old Delhi boy falls into manhole covered with cardboard

A seven-year-old boy fell into a manhole outside South Delhi Public School, which had been covered with a cardboard sheet. He was rescued by bystanders and his parents, and taken to AIIMS Trauma Centre for treatment. The boy’s father criticized MCD for the incident and questioned their accountability. Police have not received any complaints yet.

The Times of India 'Didn't want to go school': Bomb threat at Delhi school a hoax

A school in south Delhi’s Kailash Colony received a bomb threat via email, which turned out to be a hoax. Police identified a 14-year-old boy as the suspect, who allegedly sent the email to avoid attending school. The bomb disposal squad found no explosive devices after a thorough search. This incident follows previous similar threats in Delhi.

The Times of India How UP managed to give quiet passage to 'explosive' Nazul Bill

On March 7, 2024, Yogi government notified the ordinance which barred conversion of Nazul land into freehold in favour of a private person.

The Times of India How UP managed to give quiet passage to 'explosive' Nazul Bill

On March 7, 2024, Yogi government notified the ordinance which barred conversion of Nazul land into freehold in favour of a private person.

The Times of India Student claims paralysed by electric shock at Delhi library

A civil service aspirant, Vani, claimed to have been paralysed after getting electrocuted at a Rajender Nagar library on July 23. The incident has led to the library being sealed for norm violations. Vani is recovering in a Bareilly hospital, facing lasting challenges. Authorities are set to register a case upon her statement.

The Times of India 3 days after Kerala landslide, 4-member family found safe in house; toll hits 344

A search for survivors using an advanced radar system briefly yielded what rescuers thought was a sign of "breathing" in a pile of mud and rubble. But it wasn't to be. The mission was called off around 9.15pm, officials said.

The Times of India 3 days after Kerala landslide, 4-member family found safe in house; toll hits 344

A search for survivors using an advanced radar system briefly yielded what rescuers thought was a sign of "breathing" in a pile of mud and rubble. But it wasn't to be. The mission was called off around 9.15pm, officials said.

The Times of India IAF helicopters join operation to rescue 1,500 stuck on Kedarnath route

Pilgrims found themselves stranded beyond Bhimbali along Gaurikund-Kedarnath route after almost 25m road stretch was washed away by flash floods caused by swollen Mandakini river.