The Times of India Kolkata rape-murder case: Court allows polygraph test on main accused

A Kolkata special court approved a polygraph test for Sanjay Roy, accused of raping and killing a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College. The court also permitted lie-detection tests on the former principal and four doctors. Evidence, including CCTV footage, linked Roy to the crime scene.

The Times of India Kolkata rape-murder case: Court allows polygraph test on main accused

A Kolkata special court approved a polygraph test for Sanjay Roy, accused of raping and killing a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College. The court also permitted lie-detection tests on the former principal and four doctors. Evidence, including CCTV footage, linked Roy to the crime scene.

The Times of India Probe graft charges against RG Kar ex-principal: Kolkata HC to CBI

The Calcutta High Court assigned the CBI to investigate corruption charges against RG Kar Medical College's ex-principal Sandip Ghosh, citing the need for a single agency to handle all related allegations. The court sought the transfer of all documents from the SIT by Saturday and directed CBI to report progress by September 17.

The Times of India UP's mammoth police exam begins: 48 Lakh vie for 60k posts

The UP police constable recruitment exam, the largest in the state's history, commenced smoothly with 48 lakh applicants for 60,244 posts. This followed the cancellation of the February test due to a leak. While 21% of candidates missed the test, authorities arrested 61 people for impersonation, ensuring strict monitoring through drones, CCTV, and mobile jammers.

The Times of India High Court relief for students in Stephen's row

The Delhi High Court granted provisional admission to six students who had cleared the CUET and were allotted St Stephen's College, but faced delays due to a policy dispute between Delhi University and the college. The court stepped in, noting the students' merit and the unfairness of leaving their applications in limbo.

The Times of India UP man throws hot dal on wife, slaps triple talaq for ‘praising Modi, Yogi'

A 19-year-old woman from Bahraich claimed her husband issued her a 'triple talaq' after she praised the BJP-led governments. She alleged brutal torture by her in-laws. An FIR was registered, and all accused were arrested. The woman struggled to file a complaint initially but later reached out through an online grievance portal.

The Times of India Japanese son reunites with Punjabi father after 20 years

The Times of India Trainee doctor ends life by overdosing after break-up in Tamil Nadu

A postgraduate medical student, A Santhosh, was found dead by suicide in the retiring room of a government hospital in Madukkarai. Santhosh, who was completing his MS at Cuddalore Govt Medical College, injected himself with an overdose of sedatives after breaking up with his girlfriend. The police are investigating the incident and have registered a case.

The Times of India BJP’s ‘sangi-saathis’ will man booths during polls: SP chief Akhilesh

Akhilesh Yadav, leader of the Samajwadi Party, stated that BJP's affiliates will manage the election booths as BJP workers and 'panna pramukhs' have deserted after the party's defeat in the Lok Sabha elections. He suggested that internal divisions have emerged within the BJP, and questioned the reasons behind the abandonment by BJP workers.

The Times of India Govt school principal held for ‘bad touch’ in Meerut

A 39-year-old principal of a government primary school in Meerut was arrested for allegedly inappropriately touching an 11-year-old student. The incident was reported by the girl’s mother. The principal has been charged under multiple sections of BNS and the POCSO Act. This follows other controversies involving government teachers in the region.

The Times of India Boy threatened to shoot self with dad’s gun, rescued after 12-hour operation

A Class XII student in Lucknow's Jankipuram locked himself in a room and threatened to shoot himself, sparking a standoff with police. Authorities, including a psychiatrist, tried to communicate with the boy. After hours of negotiation, he handed over the pistol around 3 am and was safely rescued. He is now being counseled by experts.

The Times of India Kolkata rape murder case: No mention of gang rape in CBI note, accused to be kept in solitary confinement

In the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case, the CBI's remand note for suspect Sanjay Roy did not mention gang rape or multiple perpetrators, countering victim's parents' allegations. The court placed Roy in judicial custody until September 6. This follows a CBI investigation update to be filed by September 5, while Roy now remains under strict surveillance.

The Times of India 27 Indians killed, 16 injured as bus plunges into river in Nepal

At least 27 people, mostly pilgrims from Maharashtra's Jalgaon district, lost their lives when an Indian tourist bus veered off a highway and plunged into the Marsyangdi river in Nepal. The bus carried 43 passengers, and many of the 16 injured were in critical condition. Efforts are being coordinated to bring back the deceased to Maharashtra.

The Times of India 'Want peace as soon as possible': PM urges Ukraine president to talk to Putin

PM Narendra Modi visited Kyiv, meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, to express solidarity amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia. Modi emphasized respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, urging both sides to seek innovative solutions. He also reflected on the tragic loss of children's lives, underscoring India's stance for peace.

The Times of India Minor's gang rape 'an attack on indigenous people': Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Police arrested one of three suspects in the gang rape of a 14-year-old girl in Nagaon, sparking protests demanding capital punishment. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma called it an attack on indigenous Assamese people, noting it was the 23rd such crime in two months in immigrant-populated areas. Local organizations also protested for strict penalties.