Xpress Times Team

In a disturbing incident from Ayodhya, an individual identified as Arshad has been booked by the Uttar Pradesh Police for allegedly pronouncing 'triple talaq' to his wife, Maryam, following her praise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The case highlights not only the contentious practice of triple talaq but also accusations of domestic abuse.

In a significant development in Jammu and Kashmir, one terrorist was killed on Saturday during an ongoing encounter with security forces in Baramulla district. The clash occurred in the Watergam area, where an exchange of gunfire between the terrorists and the security forces led to the death of the terrorist. Authorities have confirmed that the terrorist’s weapon was recovered from the encounter site, although his identity is yet to be verified.

A non-resident Indian (NRI) was critically injured in a shocking attack at his home on the outskirts of Amritsar, Punjab, today. The assailants, who remain unidentified, entered the residence of Sukhchain Singh, an American citizen, and fired three bullets at him in the presence of his wife and minor children. The violent incident was captured on CCTV, showing Singh's family members desperately pleading with the attackers.

Recent inspections by Telangana's Commissioner of Food Safety in Secunderabad, Aramghar, and surrounding areas have unveiled significant food safety issues across several restaurants. The inspections, conducted by a specialized Food Safety Task Force, aimed to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Tripura is grappling with a severe flood crisis as the death toll from the recent deluge has reached 24, with two individuals still missing. The devastating floods have left nearly 1.28 lakh people homeless, prompting the establishment of 558 relief camps across the state since August 19, according to state revenue secretary Brijesh Pandey.

Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly, along with his wife Dona Ganguly and their daughter Sana Ganguly, participated in a candlelight protest in Kolkata, demanding justice for the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The incident, which has shocked the nation, has brought renewed focus on the pervasive issue of violence against women in India.

Karwan has emerged as a transformative force in the mobile accessories market since its establishment in 2018. Founded by Abhishek Agarwal, the Private Limited company started with a vision to revolutionize the way people protect and style their smartphones. What began as a small venture in a rooftop storeroom in Gurugram, Haryana, with just ₹5000 in seed money, quickly evolved into a leading name in mobile phone cases. The early success set the stage for rapid expansion and established Karwan as a prominent player in the industry, now boasting an annual revenue of ₹20 crore.

In a recent ruling by the Karnataka High Court, a judge declined to entertain a woman's request for ₹6,16,300 in monthly alimony from her ex-husband, questioning the reasonableness of the amount. The judge’s comments and the proceedings have sparked significant online discussion and controversy.

Transportation services across parts of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) were disrupted on Thursday as auto and taxi drivers embarked on a two-day strike. The strike, organized by various unions, is aimed at addressing grievances regarding the impact of app-based cab services on their livelihoods.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is set to conduct polygraph tests on former RG Kar Medical College Principal Sandip Ghosh and four other doctors who were on duty the night a 31-year-old doctor was raped and murdered. The tests, approved by a special court today, come after the CBI failed to obtain satisfactory responses from Ghosh during a week of intensive questioning.

Heavy rains in Hyderabad have led to significant disruptions, including a notable incident at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) where water leakage was reported. A viral video posted on X (formerly Twitter) showed water cascading from the ceiling of the airport terminal, causing inconvenience to passengers and staff.

In a significant development ahead of the Rajya Sabha bypolls, BJP leader Kiran Choudhry submitted her nomination papers on Wednesday as the party’s candidate for the Rajya Sabha seat from Haryana. The nomination was filed in the Legislative Assembly complex in the presence of Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and several BJP MLAs.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Warsaw, Poland, on Wednesday evening, marking the first visit by an Indian prime minister to the European nation in 45 years. The last Indian prime minister to visit Poland was Morarji Desai in 1978.

Singer Diamond, whose real name is Shailendra Maurya, has quickly risen to prominence in India's music scene. Born on June 8, 1997, in Fatehpur, UP, Diamond has captivated audiences with his versatile voice and magnetic stage presence. From a young age, Shailendra harbored dreams of becoming a successful playback singer, and today, he stands on the brink of achieving that dream.