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Varanasi: Employee of Indore branch of a private sector bank was among two nabbed for duping investors through a fake trading app. Four others, including two employees of another private sector, are absconding. Investigations into the case brought to light cyber fraud of over Rs 1 crore.Azamgarh ASP (traffic/cyber crime) Vivek Tripathi said a case of fraud was registered by police on the complaint of Ashok Kumar Agrawal, who alleged that, on seeing an advertisement of NEXT TRADE on Facebook, he contacted the given mobile number and was lured into investing for high profits. Agrawal deposited a total amount of…
T’puram: A 28-year-old mahout was killed after being attacked by an elephant at the Kappukad elephant rehabilitation centre in Kottoor on Wednesday morning. The deceased, Vishnu, a native of Balaramapuram, was bathing nine-year-old elephant Manu in the river when the animal suddenly turned aggressive. It struck him with its trunk, dragged him across the water and pushed him underwater. Though other mahouts and staff present at the spot rushed to rescue him, the elephant prevented them from approaching. Vishnu was later retrieved after the animal was brought under control, but he had sustained severe injuries and was declared dead. Vishnu…
Kolkata: While mental health experts across Kolkata witnessed a concerning trend of gadget addiction among teens, they said the mental health of these young minds was affected by many other factors. They said good parenting, regular supervison, and providing emotional and social support can help kids overcome some of the issues. If things don’t get resolved at home, they advised parents to seek professional help.They said the apparent suicide pact by three sisters in Ghaziabad could be a one-off incident but stressed the importance of parents staying alert, given the fact that behavioural changes, self-harm, or suicidal tendencies among adolescents…
While probing a marijuana-related tip, Shasta County law enforcement stumbled upon a concealed underground bunker brimming with illegal firearms. This shocking find, tied to a controversial MAGA supporter known for questioning election results, included assault rifles and a massive haul of ammunition. Authorities in Shasta County struck gold when, while searching for illegal marijuana, they accidentally came across a massive stash of illegal firearms and a secret underground bunker at the home of a MAGA activist.On January 20, Michael Jay Kamfolt, 40, was arrested by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) after officers found an array of illegal firearms, including three…
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Relatives face “never-ending nightmare” of service charge debts as thousands of retirement flats stand empty across England and Wales. Source link
“Labour ‘women in grey suits’ may be sent to No 10 to tell PM to resign”, writes the i Paper, a reference to the so-called “men in grey suits” who told Margaret Thatcher to resign in 1990. MPs believe the PM is now “toast”, but Health Secretary Wes Streeting and former Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner “won’t challenge the Prime Minister yet”, according to the paper. Source link
Jemimah Rodrigues. | Photo Credit: File photo: EMMANUAL YOGINI Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues would have sat beside each other in India’s dressing room many times. On the eve of the 2026 Women’s Premier League final, the two India stars sat next to each other as captains of Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals, respectively. The glittering trophy, which is at stake on Thursday, was placed right in the middle.Smriti has been here before — she led RCB to the title two seasons ago. While Jemimah has played three finals for Capitals, this is her first taste of leadership at…
In Ranchi Royals colours, Belgian superstar Tom Boon emerged as the top-scorer of the Hockey India League (HIL). Even in the final phase of his illustrious career, the World and Olympic champion is leading by example.Donning multiple roles as a forward, drag-flicker and mentor, Boon, who celebrated his 36th birthday on January 25, has set a great example for up-and-coming players across the globe. Boon, an inspirational figure in the hockey world, spoke to The Hindu about his magnificent career and future goals. Excerpts:How do you see your emergence as the top-scorer of HIL and did you expect to lead…
Novak Djokovic, left, of Serbia reacts as Lorenzo Musetti of Italy walks from the court after withdrawing from their quarterfinal match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. | Photo Credit: AP Novak Djokovic’s quest for a record Grand Slam title continued in dramatic circumstances after fifth seed Lorenzo Musetti quit their Australian Open quarter-final match with an injury after taking a two-set lead at Melbourne Park on Wednesday (January 28, 2026).Musetti’s retirement when leading 6-4 6-3 1-3 meant Djokovic pulled off a great escape at his most successful hunting ground, with the 10-times…