NHRC, India hears online 86 cases of alleged bonded labour in Haryana brick kilns

Chairperson, Justice V. Ramasubramanian highlights the need for a helpline for labourers with a proper record of their employment to help track incidents of bonded labour Submission of reports in all the cases as per the directions of the NHRC assured by the state Authorities assure compliance with Supreme Court directives and laws to address cases of bonded labour New Delhi: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India heard 86 cases online of alleged bonded labour in brick kilns across various districts of Haryana. Chairperson, Justice V. Ramasubramanian presided over…

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Mob Violence and Custodial Killing Follow Child’s Rape and Murder in India

KOLKATA, India — The shocking rape and murder of a young girl in eastern India has ignited widespread civil unrest, culminating in the mob-killing of an innocent bystander and the subsequent death of the primary suspect in police custody. The tragic chain of events has once again exposed India’s structural struggles with sexual violence and the systemic failures of its law enforcement and judicial processes. A Grim Discovery Sparks Unrest The crisis began when the body of a girl, believed to be 11 or 12 years old, was recovered from…

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Haryana STF, Delhi Police Special Cell Neutralize Two Suspected Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Members in Encounter

New Delhi: In a joint operation, the Haryana Police Special Task Force (STF) and the Delhi Police Special Cell shot dead two alleged members of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang during an armed encounter in Haryana’s Bahadurgarh. The two men were wanted in connection with the murder of Hansi-based gym trainer Kapil Redhu last month. The deceased have been identified as Parvesh and Himanshu, both residents of Hisar district. According to police, the duo were allegedly operating under the directions of fugitive gangster Anil Pandit, who is believed to be based…

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IPS Reshuffle Likely in Uttar Pradesh; Police top brass could see a revamp

Major IPS Reshuffle Likely in Uttar Pradesh; Lucknow Police Commissioner Among Officers Expected to Be Shifted Lucknow: A major reshuffle of senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officers is expected in Uttar Pradesh in the coming weeks, with Lucknow Police Commissioner Amrendra Kumar Sengar among the officers likely to be affected. The anticipated changes are linked to upcoming promotions, central deputations, and administrative preparations ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. According to official sources, the transfer exercise is expected to begin after Director General of Fire Services Sujeet Pandey…

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Man rapes woman on pretext of job for a month in a local hotel

Agra / Lucknow: A woman from Agra was held captive. Raped for a month in a hotel in Lucknow. The man who did this to her is Anil Singh. He promised her a job at his Shiv Guest House. Then took her to a local Hotel. The woman said she works in event management. She came to Lucknow to look for a job. She was introduced to Anil Singh by a friend. Anil Singh told her that she could work at his Shiv Guest House.. Instead he took her to…

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Manslaughter Accused Arrested in Lucknow Assault Case; Two Sub-Inspectors Suspended for Negligence

Lucknow: Police have arrested the main accused in the fatal assault of a 30-year-old man in Lucknow’s Banthra area, while two sub-inspectors have been suspended for alleged negligence in handling the case. The accused, Mahipal Singh, has been booked for culpable homicide not amounting to murder and sent to judicial custody following the death of Jitendra, a resident of Mawai Padiyana village, who succumbed to his injuries after undergoing treatment for 10 days. According to police, the incident occurred on June 27, when Jitendra was riding his motorcycle towards Mawai…

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Lucknow Sub-Inspector Suspended Over Bribery Allegations; ACP to Record Statements

Lucknow: A sub-inspector posted at Rahimabad Police Station in Lucknow has been suspended after allegations of bribery and custodial assault surfaced against him. The inquiry has now entered the next stage, with the Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Aliganj, set to record statements from both the accused officer and the complainant before submitting a detailed investigation report to senior officials. The suspended officer, Sub-Inspector Guddu Prasad, was removed from duty after a complaint alleged that he illegally detained a youth, assaulted him, and extorted money from his family in connection…

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Ram Temple Begins Search for First CEO, Says Devotion to Lord Ram Will Be Key Qualification

Ayodhya: The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has initiated the process of appointing the first-ever Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Ram Temple, marking a major step towards strengthening the temple’s administrative framework. The move comes amid efforts to enhance transparency and professional management following the recent controversy over alleged irregularities in temple donations. According to the Trust, the CEO will be responsible for overseeing the temple’s day-to-day administration, financial management, pilgrim services, and future development. However, the selection committee has emphasized that deep devotion to Lord Ram, commitment…

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Uttar Pradesh Assembly to Become India’s First Legislature with AI-Based Surveillance System

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly is set to become the first legislature in India to deploy an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered surveillance system, marking a major step towards enhancing security, transparency, and smart governance within the Assembly complex. The Assembly Secretariat has issued an e-tender for the installation of the advanced surveillance network. Officials said the installation process is expected to be completed within 45 days of the contract being awarded. The initiative was announced by Uttar Pradesh Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana during the state’s Budget Session. The AI-enabled surveillance…

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Nepal Tightens Mango Import Rules, Raising Concerns for Uttar Pradesh Growers

Lucknow/New Delhi: A recent change in Nepal’s import regulations for Indian mangoes has sparked concern among growers and exporters, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, India’s largest mango-producing state. Farmers fear the move could disrupt exports during the peak harvest season, resulting in lower prices in domestic markets and significant financial losses. The revised rules require imported mangoes from India to undergo Hot Water Treatment (HWT) before entry into Nepal. According to Nepalese authorities, the measure has been introduced due to concerns over pesticide residues in mangoes and the limited quarantine infrastructure…

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