<p>A distressing incident of an Uber driver assaulting a woman passenger for mistakenly boarding the wrong cab has come to the forefront in Bengaluru city of India's southern state of Karnataka. The incident transpired in the Bhoganahalli locality within the Bellandur police station limits on Wednesday (August 9), leaving the victim and her family shaken.</p>

<p>Promptly after confirming the authenticity of the incident through CCTV footage, the police have launched an investigation and are on the hunt for the accused Uber driver, as reported by IANS.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The victim's husband took to social media to voice his strong condemnation of the shocking incident.</p>

<p>The incident unfolded when the woman booked a cab to take her son to the hospital. Mistakenly, she entered another Uber cab that was parked in her vicinity.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>A terrifying ordeal</strong></h2>

<p>As realisation dawned that she was in the wrong cab, the passenger attempted to disembark.</p>

<p>However, the driver accelerated the vehicle, preventing her exit. Subsequently, the driver suddenly unleashed an assault on the woman within the premises of the apartment.</p>

<p>The driver's aggression didn't spare the woman's son, who came to her aid.</p>

<p>The entire traumatic incident was captured by the premises' CCTV camera. The swift intervention of apartment residents stopped the attack, rescuing the woman from further harm.</p>

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<h2><strong>Police action: Investigation and footage collection</strong></h2>

<p>The concerned residents promptly notified the police, who swiftly initiated an investigation and obtained the crucial CCTV footage capturing the incident.</p>

<p>The details surrounding the incident are yet to fully emerge, as authorities delve deeper into the case.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Allegations of charging more from people with low phone battery levels&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>A recent report from the Belgium-based newspaper Derniere Heure suggests that Uber has purportedly been raising fares for individuals with low phone battery levels.</p>

<p>The newspaper&nbsp;carried out an&nbsp;investigation, revealing that the fares charged to users in Brussels were linked to the remaining battery percentage on their phones. This investigation&nbsp;was initiated in response to reports from certain users who observed differing prices for identical rides. However, Uber, the prominent ride-hailing company, has contested these allegations.</p>

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A distressing incident of an Uber driver assaulting a woman passenger for mistakenly boarding the wrong cab has come to the forefront in Bengaluru city of India's southern state of Karnataka.

A distressing incident of an Uber driver assaulting a woman passenger for mistakenly boarding the wrong cab has come to the forefront in Bengaluru city of India's southern state of Karnataka. The incident transpired in the Bhoganahalli locality within the Bellandur police station limits on Wednesday (August 9), leaving the victim and her family shaken. Promptly after confirming the authenticity of the incident through CCTV footage, the police have launched an investigation and are on the hunt for the accused Uber driver, as reported by IANS. The victim's husband took to social media to voice his strong condemnation of the shocking incident. The incident unfolded when the woman booked a cab to take her son to the hospital. Mistakenly, she entered another Uber cab that was parked in her vicinity. Also watch | Gravitas: Is Uber spying on your battery percentage? A terrifying ordeal As realisation dawned that she was in the wrong cab, the passenger attempted to disembark. However, the driver accelerated the vehicle, preventing her exit. Subsequently, the driver suddenly unleashed an assault on the woman within the premises of the apartment. The driver's aggression didn't spare the woman's son, who came to her aid. The entire traumatic incident was captured by the premises' CCTV camera. The swift intervention of apartment residents stopped the attack, rescuing the woman from further harm. Uber India: Tech shines, Humanity sucks#uberindia #Bangalorepolice #policecommissionerBangalore pic.twitter.com/ijBJoYILVB — Ajay Agrawal (@ajayagraw) August 9, 2023 × Police action: Investigation and footage collection The concerned residents promptly notified the police, who swiftly initiated an investigation and obtained the crucial CCTV footage capturing the incident. The details surrounding the incident are yet to fully emerge, as authorities delve deeper into the case. Also read | Delhi India’s ‘most forgetful city’ in Uber’s ‘Lost and Found Index 2023’ Allegations of charging more from people with low phone battery levels A recent report from the Belgium-based newspaper Derniere Heure suggests that Uber has purportedly been raising fares for individuals with low phone battery levels. The newspaper carried out an investigation, revealing that the fares charged to users in Brussels were linked to the remaining battery percentage on their phones. This investigation was initiated in response to reports from certain users who observed differing prices for identical rides. However, Uber, the prominent ride-hailing company, has contested these allegations. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>As India’s top opposition leader Rahul Gandhi lambasted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government on Wednesday (August 9) on the second day of the no-confidence motion debate, a massive row erupted over the alleged portrayal of his speech by state broadcaster Sansad TV.</p>

<p>Opposition party Congress alleged that while Gandhi spoke for about 37 minutes in the lower house of the parliament, Sansad TV showed him on screen for just 14 minutes and 37 seconds. Instead, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla was shown for most of the time.</p>

<p>It must be noted that state-funded Sansad TV is the only channel that has the rights to telecast parliamentary proceedings in India.</p>

<h2><strong>What is Congress alleging?</strong></h2>

<p>Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said in a post on X, “In his first speech after coming back from the unjustified disqualification, Rahul Gandhi spoke from 12:09 pm to 12:46 pm (37 minutes), during the No-Confidence Motion. Out of which the Sansad TV camera showed him for ONLY 14 mins 37 seconds. That’s less than 40% screen time!”</p>

<p>“What is Mr Modi afraid of,” he asked.</p>

<p>In the second post, Ramesh claimed that when Gandhi spoke on the Manipur issue, which has become a bone of contention between the ruling BJP and opposition INDIA alliance, Sansad TV kept the cameras away for good “71 per cent of the time.”</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;PM Modi thinks Manipur is not in India, says Rahul Gandhi while addressing the Lok Sabha</strong></p>

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<p>“This gets even worse! Rahul Gandhi spoke on Manipur for 15 min 42 seconds. During which, Sansad TV’s camera focused on the Speaker Om Birla for 11 min 08 seconds i.e. 71% of the time. Sansad TV showed Rahul Gandhi on video for only 4 min 34 seconds while he spoke on Manipur,” Ramesh wrote.</p>

<h2><strong>What did Gandhi say on Manipur issue?</strong></h2>

<p>During his speech, Gandhi slammed Prime Minister Modi over Manipur, saying that he didn’t visit the violence-hit state because he does&nbsp;not consider Manipur to be a part of India.</p>

<p>“I am saying Manipur but the truth is there is nothing of Manipur left in Manipur. You have divided Manipur into two parts," he said in the Lok Sabha.</p>

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<p>“You have killed Mother India in Manipur. My one mom is sitting here and the other mother has been killed in Manipur. Indian army can bring peace in Manipur in one day but you are not using them. You want our soldiers to die,”&nbsp;Gandhi added.</p>

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As India’s top opposition leader Rahul Gandhi lambasted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government on Wednesday (August 9) on the second day of the no-confidence motion debate, a massive row erupted over the alleged portrayal of his speech by state broadcaster Sansad TV.

As India’s top opposition leader Rahul Gandhi lambasted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government on Wednesday (August 9) on the second day of the no-confidence motion debate, a massive row erupted over the alleged portrayal of his speech by state broadcaster Sansad TV. Opposition party Congress alleged that while Gandhi spoke for about 37 minutes in the lower house of the parliament, Sansad TV showed him on screen for just 14 minutes and 37 seconds. Instead, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla was shown for most of the time. It must be noted that state-funded Sansad TV is the only channel that has the rights to telecast parliamentary proceedings in India. What is Congress alleging? Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said in a post on X, “In his first speech after coming back from the unjustified disqualification, Rahul Gandhi spoke from 12:09 pm to 12:46 pm (37 minutes), during the No-Confidence Motion. Out of which the Sansad TV camera showed him for ONLY 14 mins 37 seconds. That’s less than 40% screen time!” “What is Mr Modi afraid of,” he asked. In the second post, Ramesh claimed that when Gandhi spoke on the Manipur issue, which has become a bone of contention between the ruling BJP and opposition INDIA alliance, Sansad TV kept the cameras away for good “71 per cent of the time.” Watch: PM Modi thinks Manipur is not in India, says Rahul Gandhi while addressing the Lok Sabha × “This gets even worse! Rahul Gandhi spoke on Manipur for 15 min 42 seconds. During which, Sansad TV’s camera focused on the Speaker Om Birla for 11 min 08 seconds i.e. 71% of the time. Sansad TV showed Rahul Gandhi on video for only 4 min 34 seconds while he spoke on Manipur,” Ramesh wrote. What did Gandhi say on Manipur issue? During his speech, Gandhi slammed Prime Minister Modi over Manipur, saying that he didn’t visit the violence-hit state because he does not consider Manipur to be a part of India. “I am saying Manipur but the truth is there is nothing of Manipur left in Manipur. You have divided Manipur into two parts," he said in the Lok Sabha. Also read: Rahul Gandhi slams govt in first speech since return as MP: Mother India has been murdered “You have killed Mother India in Manipur. My one mom is sitting here and the other mother has been killed in Manipur. Indian army can bring peace in Manipur in one day but you are not using them. You want our soldiers to die,” Gandhi added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Opposition decries bias, accuses state broadcaster Sansad TV of blocking out Rahul Gandhi

The opposition parties, who have united to create the INDIA (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) front, are considering introducing a no-confidence vote in the Lok Sabha against the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led administration. The INDIA alliance's action is perceived as a tactic to pressure Prime Minister Narendra Modi into speaking on the floor of the House during the current monsoon session of Parliament on the violence in Manipur.

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India's Supreme Court resumed hearing pleas related to the ongoing ethnic clashes in Manipur earlier this afternoon. In its efforts to restore a sense of confidence in the rule of law in the state, the Chief Justice-headed bench has decided to constitute a three-committee bench of three High Court judges.

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<p>Police in India’s Haryana state have arrested several Rohingya immigrants in connection with the communal flare-up witnessed over the past week.</p>

<p>Officials claimed that not only had the Rohingyas illegally occupied land owned by Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran in Tauru, but they were also found to be involved in stone pelting activities in the July 31 violence.</p>

<p>July 31 saw a major communal clash break out between two major communities in Haryana’s Nuh district, the only Muslim-dominated district of the state.</p>

<p>A religious procession being carried out by Vishwa Hindu Parishad came under attack by a violent mob, armed with stones.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Police statement</strong></h2>

<p>Narender Bijarniya, Nuh superintendent of police (SP), was quoted by Hindustan Times as saying that the police had ample evidence which indicated the involvement of the Rohingyas in the July 31 violence.</p>

<p>“We have identified a list of them who were involved in the violence and we have evidence for it and based on it the teams have arrested them,” he said.</p>

<h2><strong>NGO comes to Rohingyas’ defence</strong></h2>

<p>An official from the Rohingya Human Rights Initiative, a non-governmental organisation, claimed that most of the immigrants living in the refugee camp were “rickshaw pullers, ragpickers, and vegetable sellers,” adding that police raids were making them feel unsafe and harassed.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Rohingya crisis: A ground report from Bangladesh</strong></p>

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<p>“They are being treated as if they are dacoits or criminals. They are trying to make their ends meet,” Sabber Kyaw Min, founder and director of the NGO, was quoted as saying by Hindustan Times.</p>

<p>“This is an unfair practice and act of discrimination against them. The situation at the camps is grim and people live in fear,” he added.</p>

<h2>Demolition drive halted by HC&nbsp;</h2>

<p><span style="font-size: 15px;">Shanties within Rohingya camps in Nuh's Tauru area were bulldozed on Thursday (August 3), according to local police.&nbsp;</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size: 15px;">However, the demolition drive was stopped by Haryana &amp; Punjab High Court on Monday. The court took up the matter suo-motu after violence in the state claimed six lives last week.</span></p>

<p>The demolition drive came under heavy criticism, with some leaders claiming that individuals hailing from one particular community were being targeted and harassed.</p>

<p>Officials maintain they are just targeting illegally-built structures without prejudices.</p>

<p>More than 50 unauthorised properties, occupied by Rohingyas, were discovered in Nuh, as stated by Nuh's deputy commissioner, Prashant Pawar. The demolition was carried out by relevant authorities, with police providing assistance and security.</p>

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<p>India currently hosts around 16,000 UNHCR-certified Rohingya refugees, although government estimates suggest the number of Rohingya refugees in India exceeds 40,000, with a higher concentration in and around Jammu.</p>

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Police in India’s Haryana state have arrested several Rohingya immigrants in connection with the communal flare-up witnessed over the past week. Officials claimed that not only had the Rohingyas illegally occupied land owned by Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran in Tauru, but they were also found to be involved in stone pelting activities in the July 31 violence.

Police in India’s Haryana state have arrested several Rohingya immigrants in connection with the communal flare-up witnessed over the past week. Officials claimed that not only had the Rohingyas illegally occupied land owned by Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran in Tauru, but they were also found to be involved in stone pelting activities in the July 31 violence. July 31 saw a major communal clash break out between two major communities in Haryana’s Nuh district, the only Muslim-dominated district of the state. A religious procession being carried out by Vishwa Hindu Parishad came under attack by a violent mob, armed with stones. Police statement Narender Bijarniya, Nuh superintendent of police (SP), was quoted by Hindustan Times as saying that the police had ample evidence which indicated the involvement of the Rohingyas in the July 31 violence. “We have identified a list of them who were involved in the violence and we have evidence for it and based on it the teams have arrested them,” he said. NGO comes to Rohingyas’ defence An official from the Rohingya Human Rights Initiative, a non-governmental organisation, claimed that most of the immigrants living in the refugee camp were “rickshaw pullers, ragpickers, and vegetable sellers,” adding that police raids were making them feel unsafe and harassed. Watch: Rohingya crisis: A ground report from Bangladesh × “They are being treated as if they are dacoits or criminals. They are trying to make their ends meet,” Sabber Kyaw Min, founder and director of the NGO, was quoted as saying by Hindustan Times. “This is an unfair practice and act of discrimination against them. The situation at the camps is grim and people live in fear,” he added. Demolition drive halted by HC Shanties within Rohingya camps in Nuh's Tauru area were bulldozed on Thursday (August 3), according to local police. However, the demolition drive was stopped by Haryana & Punjab High Court on Monday. The court took up the matter suo-motu after violence in the state claimed six lives last week. The demolition drive came under heavy criticism, with some leaders claiming that individuals hailing from one particular community were being targeted and harassed. Officials maintain they are just targeting illegally-built structures without prejudices. More than 50 unauthorised properties, occupied by Rohingyas, were discovered in Nuh, as stated by Nuh's deputy commissioner, Prashant Pawar. The demolition was carried out by relevant authorities, with police providing assistance and security. Also read: India's Uttar Pradesh plans to deport illegal Rohingya immigrants India currently hosts around 16,000 UNHCR-certified Rohingya refugees, although government estimates suggest the number of Rohingya refugees in India exceeds 40,000, with a higher concentration in and around Jammu. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Indian Railway Protection Force (RPF) constable Chetan Singh, who is accused of shooting and killing four individuals on a Jaipur-Mumbai train on Monday (July 31), reportedly compelled a victim under gun point to walk two train coaches down to the pantry car before fatally shooting him, according to a Government Railway Police (GRP) official familiar with the investigation.</p>

<p>Singh, 33, stands accused of using his automatic weapon to fatally shoot his senior RPF colleague Tika Ram Meena and three passengers aboard a moving train near Palghar railway station in the western Maharashtra state.</p>

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<p>The official reportedly shared that Singh forced a passenger named Syed S, who was in coach B2, to move at gunpoint towards the pantry car. They moved through coaches B2 and B1 as fellow passengers witnessed the shocking scene.</p>

<h2><strong>How did the scene unfold?</strong></h2>

<p>As per police reports, Singh initially shot his senior colleague Meena at close range shortly after the train passed Vaitarna station. He then killed a 60-year-old passenger identified as Abdul Kaderbhai within the same compartment. Subsequently, he moved through four more coaches, killing two additional passengers.</p>

<p>After the incident, Singh placed his assault weapon against a seat and proceeded to deliver a hate-filled speech targeting Muslims. He encouraged passengers to record this speech on their phones for media consumption.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-4-killed-after-rpf-constable-opens-fire-in-moving-train-620885"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;India: 4 killed as Railway Protection Force constable opens fire in moving train</strong></a></p>

<p>Once the train stopped, Singh exited near Mira Road station, following the activation of the emergency chain by a passenger. He fired some shots toward the train and discarded his rifle on the tracks before attempting to flee. However, he was apprehended near Mira Road station.</p>

<h2><strong>Investigation by GRP going on</strong></h2>

<p>The GRP announced plans to examine CCTV footage from the train as part of their ongoing investigation. The railway board established a five-member committee to conduct a thorough inquiry into the incident.</p>

<p>According to media reports, when RPF personnel boarded the train in Surat, Singh reportedly expressed discomfort during the journey. While he wished to disembark at Valsad, ASI Meena attempted to convince him to complete his duty. After conversing with a senior RPF official through control, Singh was instructed to fulfil his duty and undergo a medical examination upon reaching Mumbai Central, their final destination.</p>

<p>Although the medical examination has been conducted, his motives behind the shootings remain unclear.</p>

<p>Authorities are also gathering information from other passengers who may have witnessed Chetan Singh wreaking havoc inside the train.</p>

<p>A Mumbai court has remanded Singh into police custody until August 7th.</p>

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Indian Railway Protection Force (RPF) constable Chetan Singh, who is accused of shooting and killing four individuals on a Jaipur-Mumbai train on Monday (July 31), reportedly compelled a victim under gun point to walk two train coaches down to the pantry car before fatally shooting him, according to a Government Railway Police (GRP) official familiar with the investigation.

Indian Railway Protection Force (RPF) constable Chetan Singh, who is accused of shooting and killing four individuals on a Jaipur-Mumbai train on Monday (July 31), reportedly compelled a victim under gun point to walk two train coaches down to the pantry car before fatally shooting him, according to a Government Railway Police (GRP) official familiar with the investigation. Singh, 33, stands accused of using his automatic weapon to fatally shoot his senior RPF colleague Tika Ram Meena and three passengers aboard a moving train near Palghar railway station in the western Maharashtra state. Watch: India: Three passengers and one railway protection force shot dead × The official reportedly shared that Singh forced a passenger named Syed S, who was in coach B2, to move at gunpoint towards the pantry car. They moved through coaches B2 and B1 as fellow passengers witnessed the shocking scene. How did the scene unfold? As per police reports, Singh initially shot his senior colleague Meena at close range shortly after the train passed Vaitarna station. He then killed a 60-year-old passenger identified as Abdul Kaderbhai within the same compartment. Subsequently, he moved through four more coaches, killing two additional passengers. After the incident, Singh placed his assault weapon against a seat and proceeded to deliver a hate-filled speech targeting Muslims. He encouraged passengers to record this speech on their phones for media consumption. Also read: India: 4 killed as Railway Protection Force constable opens fire in moving train Once the train stopped, Singh exited near Mira Road station, following the activation of the emergency chain by a passenger. He fired some shots toward the train and discarded his rifle on the tracks before attempting to flee. However, he was apprehended near Mira Road station. Investigation by GRP going on The GRP announced plans to examine CCTV footage from the train as part of their ongoing investigation. The railway board established a five-member committee to conduct a thorough inquiry into the incident. According to media reports, when RPF personnel boarded the train in Surat, Singh reportedly expressed discomfort during the journey. While he wished to disembark at Valsad, ASI Meena attempted to convince him to complete his duty. After conversing with a senior RPF official through control, Singh was instructed to fulfil his duty and undergo a medical examination upon reaching Mumbai Central, their final destination. Although the medical examination has been conducted, his motives behind the shootings remain unclear. Authorities are also gathering information from other passengers who may have witnessed Chetan Singh wreaking havoc inside the train. A Mumbai court has remanded Singh into police custody until August 7th. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Communal violence in Nuh district of India’s northern state of Haryana has set alarm bells ringing in neighbouring states and areas including Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, the National Capital Region (NCR) and Rajasthan. Clashes took place in Nuh district on Monday (July 31) followed by Gurugram on Tuesday. So far, at least five people have been killed.</p>

<p>Shops were set to fire in the Badshahpur area, which lies in NCR. Now, as the violence spreads, police in nearby states have pulled up their socks to avoid any untoward incidents in their areas.</p>

<h2><strong>Delhi on alert</strong></h2>

<p>In the Indian capital Delhi, police have increased patrolling, especially in those areas where mixed populations from both communities live. A senior police officer was quoted in the media as saying they were carefully monitoring developments in Haryana as it may have an impact on Delhi as well.</p>

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<p>Drones are being used to monitor sensitive places.</p>

<p>“Keeping North Delhi safe &amp; serene! Police deploys cutting-edge drone survey to watch over the area, ensuring harmony prevails and public safety remains top-notch,” Delhi police said in a post on X, earlier known as Twitter.</p>

<p>Police have also increased patrolling in some areas, where they are interacting with locals. They have erected barricades at border areas to better control and monitor the flow of traffic from nearby states.</p>

<h2><strong>Key meeting to be held in Manesar</strong></h2>

<p>In the wake of the violence in Haryana state, a key meeting or 'Mahapanchayat' has been convened for 11 AM Wednesday (August 2), where villagers and Vishwa Hindu Parishad, a right-wing nationalist group with links to the ruling Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), are demanding arms licenses of&nbsp;men from a religious community be cancelled.</p>

<h2><strong>Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh on alert</strong></h2>

<p>Officials have suspended internet services in four Tehsils of Rajasthan state, namely Pahari, Kaman, Sikri and Nagar in the Mewat region of Bharatpur.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;India: Deadly violence breaks out in Haryana</strong></p>

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<p>Meanwhile, police in Uttar Pradesh state have also intensified vigil and issued alerts in at least 11 districts of the western region.</p>

<p>Mathura, Aligarh, Agra and Gautam Buddh Nagar were some key areas where alert was issued.</p>

<p>ADG (Agra zone) Rajeev Krishna said that Mathura and Aligarh were sensitive due to the ongoing 84 Kosi Parikrama, the 297-km religious tour that also includes some areas of Haryana’s Mewat district.</p>

<p>“We are coordinating with Haryana police to ensure security has been intensified along the route,” he said.</p>

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Communal violence in Nuh district of India’s northern state of Haryana has set alarm bells ringing in neighbouring states and areas including Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, the National Capital Region (NCR) and Rajasthan. Clashes took place in Nuh district on Monday (July 31) followed by Gurugram on Tuesday. So far, at least five people have been killed. Shops were set to fire in the Badshahpur area, which lies in NCR. Now, as the violence spreads, police in nearby states have pulled up their socks to avoid any untoward incidents in their areas. Delhi on alert In the Indian capital Delhi, police have increased patrolling, especially in those areas where mixed populations from both communities live. A senior police officer was quoted in the media as saying they were carefully monitoring developments in Haryana as it may have an impact on Delhi as well. Also read: India: Fresh violence erupts in Gurugram as mob of at least 200 vandalises, sets shops on fire Drones are being used to monitor sensitive places. “Keeping North Delhi safe & serene! Police deploys cutting-edge drone survey to watch over the area, ensuring harmony prevails and public safety remains top-notch,” Delhi police said in a post on X, earlier known as Twitter. Police have also increased patrolling in some areas, where they are interacting with locals. They have erected barricades at border areas to better control and monitor the flow of traffic from nearby states. Key meeting to be held in Manesar In the wake of the violence in Haryana state, a key meeting or 'Mahapanchayat' has been convened for 11 AM Wednesday (August 2), where villagers and Vishwa Hindu Parishad, a right-wing nationalist group with links to the ruling Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), are demanding arms licenses of men from a religious community be cancelled. Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh on alert Officials have suspended internet services in four Tehsils of Rajasthan state, namely Pahari, Kaman, Sikri and Nagar in the Mewat region of Bharatpur. Watch: India: Deadly violence breaks out in Haryana × Meanwhile, police in Uttar Pradesh state have also intensified vigil and issued alerts in at least 11 districts of the western region. Mathura, Aligarh, Agra and Gautam Buddh Nagar were some key areas where alert was issued. ADG (Agra zone) Rajeev Krishna said that Mathura and Aligarh were sensitive due to the ongoing 84 Kosi Parikrama, the 297-km religious tour that also includes some areas of Haryana’s Mewat district. “We are coordinating with Haryana police to ensure security has been intensified along the route,” he said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Another cheetah in India’s Kuno National Park has died this morning, taking the toll to a whopping nine, within a mere five months. The authorities at the park said a post-mortem was being conducted to determine the cause of death.</p>

<p>"A female cheetah, Dhatri (Tiblisi), was found dead this morning. To determine the cause of the death, a post-mortem is being conducted," said a press note.</p>

<h2><strong>Nine deaths so far</strong></h2>

<p>Nine cheetahs, including three cubs, have so far died at the national park in India's Madhya Pradesh state. The park had reintroduced 20 adult cheetahs from Namibia and South Africa in September of the previous year. Additionally, four cubs had been born there.</p>

<p>Earlier, two male cheetahs lost their lives in quick succession last month. Tejas passed away on July 11, while Suraj's lifeless body was discovered on July 14. Media reports claimed they died due to infections believed to be caused by their radio collars during excessively wet weather.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-officials-at-kuno-national-park-struggle-to-trace-cheetah-after-radio-collar-stops-working-620557"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;India: Officials at Kuno national park struggle to trace cheetah after radio collar stops working</strong></a></p>

<p>However, the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change disregarded these claims, deeming them "unscientific".</p>

<p>An autopsy unveiled that Tejas had been unable to recover from a "traumatic shock" following a violent altercation with a female cheetah. Meanwhile, a number of injuries and deaths have been attributed to clashes among cheetahs, as well as health issues such as renal and cardiac failure.</p>

<h2><strong>Foreign experts move&nbsp;Supreme Court</strong></h2>

<p>Experts from South Africa and Namibia, all part of the national cheetah project steering committee responsible for the translocation of 20 cheetahs to India since September, have expressed their utter distress to the Supreme Court in a joint letter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They have raised serious concerns about the management of the project, highlighting how the deaths could have been prevented through better monitoring and timely veterinary care, had their expertise been valued and incorporated.</p>

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<p>The letter from the South African experts outlined several issues with the current project management, emphasising the "lack of scientific training" among the management team and the "disregard for the opinions of foreign experts".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The letter also described how the experts had to request information and criticised their treatment as mere "window dressing" for the project.</p>

<p>“Very little information has been forthcoming from Kuno regarding the cheetahs and their care. Although we are listed on the Cheetah Project Steering Committee as international experts, we have never been consulted by them or invited to any of their meetings,” the letter read.</p>

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Another cheetah in India’s Kuno National Park has died this morning, taking the toll to a whopping nine, within a mere five months. The authorities at the park said a post-mortem was being conducted to determine the cause of death.

Another cheetah in India’s Kuno National Park has died this morning, taking the toll to a whopping nine, within a mere five months. The authorities at the park said a post-mortem was being conducted to determine the cause of death. "A female cheetah, Dhatri (Tiblisi), was found dead this morning. To determine the cause of the death, a post-mortem is being conducted," said a press note. Nine deaths so far Nine cheetahs, including three cubs, have so far died at the national park in India's Madhya Pradesh state. The park had reintroduced 20 adult cheetahs from Namibia and South Africa in September of the previous year. Additionally, four cubs had been born there. Earlier, two male cheetahs lost their lives in quick succession last month. Tejas passed away on July 11, while Suraj's lifeless body was discovered on July 14. Media reports claimed they died due to infections believed to be caused by their radio collars during excessively wet weather. Also read: India: Officials at Kuno national park struggle to trace cheetah after radio collar stops working However, the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change disregarded these claims, deeming them "unscientific". An autopsy unveiled that Tejas had been unable to recover from a "traumatic shock" following a violent altercation with a female cheetah. Meanwhile, a number of injuries and deaths have been attributed to clashes among cheetahs, as well as health issues such as renal and cardiac failure. Foreign experts move Supreme Court Experts from South Africa and Namibia, all part of the national cheetah project steering committee responsible for the translocation of 20 cheetahs to India since September, have expressed their utter distress to the Supreme Court in a joint letter. They have raised serious concerns about the management of the project, highlighting how the deaths could have been prevented through better monitoring and timely veterinary care, had their expertise been valued and incorporated. Watch: Suraj: Eighth cheetah dies at Kuno National Park | In-Depth Analysis × The letter from the South African experts outlined several issues with the current project management, emphasising the "lack of scientific training" among the management team and the "disregard for the opinions of foreign experts". The letter also described how the experts had to request information and criticised their treatment as mere "window dressing" for the project. “Very little information has been forthcoming from Kuno regarding the cheetahs and their care. Although we are listed on the Cheetah Project Steering Committee as international experts, we have never been consulted by them or invited to any of their meetings,” the letter read. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Another cheetah found dead in India's Kuno National Park as furious foreign experts move top court

<p>Manvendra Singh Gohil, India's first openly gay prince, revealed recently that his parents attempted to get him brain surgery in an effort to change his sexuality. After he came out as gay, he experienced humiliation while his parents sought medical intervention to "convert him," Gohli recently told Sky News.</p>

<p>Gohil is the heir of the honorary Maharaja of Rajipipla. He is considered the first openly gay prince in the world. He is known for being one of India's foremost LGBT activists.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Parents were finding ways for "brain surgery"</strong></p>

<p>In conversation with Sky News, the Indian prince explained the circumstances that he had to go through.</p>

<p>He revealed how his parents were desperate in finding ways to "perform surgery" on his brain and even took him to electroshock therapy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, their efforts went in vain after the doctors in the US firmly refused to perform any medical procedures on him, stating that homosexuality is not a mental disorder.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It was an absolute case of discrimination and violation of human rights. Whether I'm a prince or not a prince, parents have no right to put their children through [this] kind of torture," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He said that though nothing happened, the pain and humiliation he had to go through because of his parents were due to lack of education and awareness which causes people to be homophobic and bigoted in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's our duty to educate them and to make them aware about the facts."</p>

<p>According to Sky News, the Indian prince has now launched a legal battle in the Supreme Court to get conversion therapy banned outright by law.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The prince first gained media attention in 2006, when he openly declared his sexuality, which sparked angry protests in his home state. His effigies were burnt by crowds.&nbsp;</p>

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Manvendra Singh Gohil, India's first openly gay prince, revealed recently that his parents attempted to get him brain surgery in an effort to change his sexuality.

Manvendra Singh Gohil, India's first openly gay prince, revealed recently that his parents attempted to get him brain surgery in an effort to change his sexuality. After he came out as gay, he experienced humiliation while his parents sought medical intervention to "convert him," Gohli recently told Sky News. Gohil is the heir of the honorary Maharaja of Rajipipla. He is considered the first openly gay prince in the world. He is known for being one of India's foremost LGBT activists. Also read | India's Ashoka University distances itself from disputed paper that questioned integrity of India's elections Parents were finding ways for "brain surgery" In conversation with Sky News, the Indian prince explained the circumstances that he had to go through. He revealed how his parents were desperate in finding ways to "perform surgery" on his brain and even took him to electroshock therapy. However, their efforts went in vain after the doctors in the US firmly refused to perform any medical procedures on him, stating that homosexuality is not a mental disorder. "It was an absolute case of discrimination and violation of human rights. Whether I'm a prince or not a prince, parents have no right to put their children through [this] kind of torture," he added. Also read | Nuh violence: Delhi, Rajasthan, UP on high alert; key meeting to be held in Manesar He said that though nothing happened, the pain and humiliation he had to go through because of his parents were due to lack of education and awareness which causes people to be homophobic and bigoted in India. "It's our duty to educate them and to make them aware about the facts." According to Sky News, the Indian prince has now launched a legal battle in the Supreme Court to get conversion therapy banned outright by law. The prince first gained media attention in 2006, when he openly declared his sexuality, which sparked angry protests in his home state. His effigies were burnt by crowds. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Sporadic violence continues in the north Indian state of Haryana for the third day, at least five people were killed and dozens were injured in the clashes. At least 80 arrests have been made so far linked to this violence. State governments have imposed orders in some parts.

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Officials claimed two people were murdered and at least 10 others were injured on Monday when crowds in Haryana's Nuh district tried to block a Vishva Hindu Parishad parade by pelting stones and setting cars on fire.

India: 2 people shot dead, 10 injured after clashes break out during religious procession in Haryana

<p>At least 20 people were crushed to death and four injured after a girder launcher crane collapsed on them Monday (July 31) late night in India’s southwestern state of Maharashtra. The unfortunate incident took place at a construction site of the Samruddhi Expressway.</p>

<p>Several people are also feared trapped beneath the debris,&nbsp;as rescue officials clear the area. The death toll rose to 20 after&nbsp;three more bodies were recovered from the site, on Tuesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>All injured were rushed to a nearby hospital in Thane’s Shahapur area where they are being treated.</p>

<h2><strong>What is a girder launcher crane?</strong></h2>

<p>As per media reports, all the workers who died were operating a large girder launcher crane when the accident happened.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A girder launcher is a big specialised crane which is used to move large steel beams or girders that are used to construct bridges, highways, flyovers and even tall buildings.</p>

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<p>When the accident took place, workers were engaged in the construction of the third phase of the Samruddhi Expressway, reported NDTV.</p>

<p>Soon after the accident, emergency services including police, NDRF and fire brigade were deployed at the site.</p>

<p>Authorities said at least five to six people were feared trapped under the debris.</p>

<h2><strong>PM Modi offers condolences</strong></h2>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences and offered a compensation of INR 200,000 to the families of the victims.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) earlier posted on X, “Pained by the tragic mishap in Shahapur, Maharashtra. My deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who are injured. NDRF and local administration are working at the site of the mishap and all possible measures are being taken to ensure proper assistance to those affected.”</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/internet-suspended-as-violence-breaks-out-in-indias-haryana-621105"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;India: Three killed, over 20 injured in violence following religious procession in Haryana`s Nuh</strong></a></p>

<p>"An ex-gratia of ₹ 2 lakh from PMNRF will be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given ₹ 50,000," it added.</p>

<h2><strong>About Samruddhi (Mumbai-Nagpur) Expressway</strong></h2>

<p>The Samruddhi Mahamarg, also called the Mumbai-Nagpur Expressway, spans 701 kilometres and serves as a significant highway linking Mumbai and Nagpur.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) is responsible for its construction. The initial phase connecting Nagpur to Shirdi was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in December last year.</p>

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At least 20 people were crushed to death and four injured after a girder launcher crane collapsed on them Monday (July 31) late night in India’s southwestern state of Maharashtra.

At least 20 people were crushed to death and four injured after a girder launcher crane collapsed on them Monday (July 31) late night in India’s southwestern state of Maharashtra. The unfortunate incident took place at a construction site of the Samruddhi Expressway. Several people are also feared trapped beneath the debris, as rescue officials clear the area. The death toll rose to 20 after three more bodies were recovered from the site, on Tuesday. All injured were rushed to a nearby hospital in Thane’s Shahapur area where they are being treated. What is a girder launcher crane? As per media reports, all the workers who died were operating a large girder launcher crane when the accident happened. A girder launcher is a big specialised crane which is used to move large steel beams or girders that are used to construct bridges, highways, flyovers and even tall buildings. Watch: Gravitas: India is now home to 75% of the world's tiger × When the accident took place, workers were engaged in the construction of the third phase of the Samruddhi Expressway, reported NDTV. Soon after the accident, emergency services including police, NDRF and fire brigade were deployed at the site. Authorities said at least five to six people were feared trapped under the debris. PM Modi offers condolences Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences and offered a compensation of INR 200,000 to the families of the victims. Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) earlier posted on X, “Pained by the tragic mishap in Shahapur, Maharashtra. My deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who are injured. NDRF and local administration are working at the site of the mishap and all possible measures are being taken to ensure proper assistance to those affected.” Also read: India: Three killed, over 20 injured in violence following religious procession in Haryana`s Nuh "An ex-gratia of ₹ 2 lakh from PMNRF will be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given ₹ 50,000," it added. About Samruddhi (Mumbai-Nagpur) Expressway The Samruddhi Mahamarg, also called the Mumbai-Nagpur Expressway, spans 701 kilometres and serves as a significant highway linking Mumbai and Nagpur. The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) is responsible for its construction. The initial phase connecting Nagpur to Shirdi was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in December last year. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

India: Death toll rises to 20 after girder launcher crane collapses in Thane

<p>To head its India and South Asia operations, Microsoft Corp has named Puneet Chandok as the corporate vice president.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per a statement released on Tuesday, Chandok will take the reins from Anant Maheshwari, effective September 1st.</p>

<h2><strong>India's digital awakening</strong></h2>

<p>In a statement, Chandok&nbsp;said: "As India expands its own digital public infrastructure, I believe that this mission is more relevant here than ever before."</p>

<p>Reuters reports that along with India, Chandok will oversee the integration of Microsoft's businesses across multiple other nations in South Asia, namely Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.</p>

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<p>The move reportedly comes as the technology giant seeks to grab a bigger share of the cloud technology market, further boosting the company’s presence in the region, while "deepening its focus on key industries through a customer-centric approach with generative AI at its core."</p>

<p>Microsoft, as per Reuters, has been investing more in India, which has emerged as a global innovation hub.</p>

<h2><strong>Company announcement</strong></h2>

<p>Announcing Chandok's appointment, Microsoft Asia President Ahmed Mazhari said: "We are delighted to announce that Puneet will be joining Microsoft India."</p>

<p>"Puneet has a strong track record of building and growing technology businesses and leveraging technology to deliver impact and change. As we embrace an AI-led future, Puneet’s leadership will play a vital role in ensuring Microsoft’s ongoing success in South Asia, and I extend my thanks to Anant Maheshwari for setting us on a growth path," he added.</p>

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<h2><strong>Past experience</strong></h2>

<p>Chandok joins Microsoft Corp after working as Amazon Web Services (AWS) India and South Asia Vice President for over four years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He holds a master’s in business administration (MBA) from the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, a bachelor’s degree in commerce, and diplomas in Computer Programming, Networking, and High-level Computer Systems.</p>

<p>During his time with AWS, Puneet as per Microsoft " led the company’s India and South Asia business, working closely with enterprises, digital businesses, startups, and SMBs to help them reduce technical debt, bring in agility, and innovate."</p>

<p>Before AWS, He was a Partner at a global management consulting firm McKinsey in India and Asia and also held senior regional and global roles at IBM.</p>

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To head its India and South Asia operations, Microsoft Corp has named Puneet Chandok as the corporate vice president. As per a statement released on Tuesday, Chandok will take the reins from Anant Maheshwari, effective September 1st.

To head its India and South Asia operations, Microsoft Corp has named Puneet Chandok as the corporate vice president. As per a statement released on Tuesday, Chandok will take the reins from Anant Maheshwari, effective September 1st. India's digital awakening In a statement, Chandok said: "As India expands its own digital public infrastructure, I believe that this mission is more relevant here than ever before." Reuters reports that along with India, Chandok will oversee the integration of Microsoft's businesses across multiple other nations in South Asia, namely Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. Also read | ExxonMobil in lithium supply talks with Tesla, Ford: Report The move reportedly comes as the technology giant seeks to grab a bigger share of the cloud technology market, further boosting the company’s presence in the region, while "deepening its focus on key industries through a customer-centric approach with generative AI at its core." Microsoft, as per Reuters, has been investing more in India, which has emerged as a global innovation hub. Company announcement Announcing Chandok's appointment, Microsoft Asia President Ahmed Mazhari said: "We are delighted to announce that Puneet will be joining Microsoft India." "Puneet has a strong track record of building and growing technology businesses and leveraging technology to deliver impact and change. As we embrace an AI-led future, Puneet’s leadership will play a vital role in ensuring Microsoft’s ongoing success in South Asia, and I extend my thanks to Anant Maheshwari for setting us on a growth path," he added. Also read | Argentina won't use 'one dollar' of reserves to repay IMF, says economy minister Past experience Chandok joins Microsoft Corp after working as Amazon Web Services (AWS) India and South Asia Vice President for over four years. He holds a master’s in business administration (MBA) from the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, a bachelor’s degree in commerce, and diplomas in Computer Programming, Networking, and High-level Computer Systems. During his time with AWS, Puneet as per Microsoft " led the company’s India and South Asia business, working closely with enterprises, digital businesses, startups, and SMBs to help them reduce technical debt, bring in agility, and innovate." Before AWS, He was a Partner at a global management consulting firm McKinsey in India and Asia and also held senior regional and global roles at IBM. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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India's third lunar, Chandrayaan-3, has performed a crucial maneuver in space - this is known as a trans lunar injection. The Indian Space Agencies to perform this maneuver during the intervening hour of Monday and Tuesday.

Chandrayaan-3: ISRO shares major update, spacecraft now on direct path to moon

India's Supreme Court will hear a case pertaining to the horrific incident of sexual assault of two women in Manipur which sent shock waves across India. The video of the incident went viral after two survivors have moved to the apex court against the Central and the Manipur governments.

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An Indian Army soldier has been reported missing from the Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir. The 25-year-old soldier Javaid Ahmed Wani went missing on Saturday evening. As per the latest update security forces have launched a massive operation for Wani.

India: 25-year-old Army soldier missing in Jammu & Kashmir, officials say he was on leave

India's tiger population has witnessed a heartening rise to 3682 in 2022, up from 2967 in 2018. according to the Wildlife Institute of India, this indicates significant growth over the last decade.

Tiger population rising at 5% annually

Tiger population rising at 5%

<p>In a shocking incident reported from India’s eastern state of West Bengal, a couple sold their eight-month-old baby for 200,000 Indian rupees or $2,400. The bizarre development is said to be from the state’s North 24 Parganas district.</p>

<p>A police investigation is going on, and the child’s mother, named Sathi, has already been arrested. However, the father of the baby, named Jaydev, is absconding.</p>

<h2><strong>How did they get caught?</strong></h2>

<p>Interestingly, it was the couple’s neighbours who sounded the alarm. Their neighbours in the Panihati Gandhinagar area grew suspicious after they noted the child’s absence and the sudden change in the couple’s behaviour.</p>

<p>The couple was struggling to make ends meet days earlier,</p>

<p>Upon being asked by their neighbours about the whereabouts of the baby, the couple admitted they sold their son in return for money.</p>

<h2><strong>Police recover the child from another woman</strong></h2>

<p>Soon after, the police were informed and the baby was rescued from a lady in the Khardah area. Apparently, the couple had sold their son to this lady for money. The lady, named Priyanka Ghosh, has also been arrested by the police.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Violence break in West Bengal during local body election</strong></p>

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<p>Neighbours allege that the couple, who also have a seven-year-old daughter, also indulges in drug abuse.</p>

<p>Reports say the father of the child was also thrashed by an enraged mob of neighbours.</p>

<h2><strong>The couple wanted to sell their daughter too</strong></h2>

<p>As per a statement from a local councillor, the couple was about to sell their daughter too.</p>

<p>Local councillor Tarak Guha said, “After selling the boy, Jaydev also tried to sell the girl on Saturday midnight. We informed the police as soon as we came to know about it. Police have arrested Jaydev.”</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bullets-defeat-ballots-11-killed-in-indias-west-bengal-on-election-day-613408"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;India: Bullets defeat ballots? 14 killed in West Bengal on local elections day</strong></a></p>

<p>As per a statement by a police official, it was not clear whether the boy was sold due to poverty or any other reason.</p>

<p>According to a police officer from Barrackpore Commissionerate, the investigation is going on, and the case is being looked at from all angles.</p>

<p><strong><em>Earlier media reports also said that the couple sold their child to buy an expensive iPhone so that they can shoot and upload reels on social media, a claim&nbsp;WION couldn't verify independently.&nbsp;</em></strong></p>

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In a shocking incident reported from India’s eastern state of West Bengal, a couple sold their eight-month-old baby for 200,000 Indian rupees or $2,400. The bizarre development is said to be from the state’s North 24 Parganas district.

In a shocking incident reported from India’s eastern state of West Bengal, a couple sold their eight-month-old baby for 200,000 Indian rupees or $2,400. The bizarre development is said to be from the state’s North 24 Parganas district. A police investigation is going on, and the child’s mother, named Sathi, has already been arrested. However, the father of the baby, named Jaydev, is absconding. How did they get caught? Interestingly, it was the couple’s neighbours who sounded the alarm. Their neighbours in the Panihati Gandhinagar area grew suspicious after they noted the child’s absence and the sudden change in the couple’s behaviour. The couple was struggling to make ends meet days earlier, Upon being asked by their neighbours about the whereabouts of the baby, the couple admitted they sold their son in return for money. Police recover the child from another woman Soon after, the police were informed and the baby was rescued from a lady in the Khardah area. Apparently, the couple had sold their son to this lady for money. The lady, named Priyanka Ghosh, has also been arrested by the police. Watch: Violence break in West Bengal during local body election × Neighbours allege that the couple, who also have a seven-year-old daughter, also indulges in drug abuse. Reports say the father of the child was also thrashed by an enraged mob of neighbours. The couple wanted to sell their daughter too As per a statement from a local councillor, the couple was about to sell their daughter too. Local councillor Tarak Guha said, “After selling the boy, Jaydev also tried to sell the girl on Saturday midnight. We informed the police as soon as we came to know about it. Police have arrested Jaydev.” Also read: India: Bullets defeat ballots? 14 killed in West Bengal on local elections day As per a statement by a police official, it was not clear whether the boy was sold due to poverty or any other reason. According to a police officer from Barrackpore Commissionerate, the investigation is going on, and the case is being looked at from all angles. Earlier media reports also said that the couple sold their child to buy an expensive iPhone so that they can shoot and upload reels on social media, a claim WION couldn't verify independently. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Indian couple sell their eight-month-old son for $2400

G20 ministers from 35 nations are gathering in India for a three-day meet. The G20 climate and environment ministerial meeting will take place in the capital of the southern state of Tamil Nadu - Chennai. Important issues on the card are climate change.

India: Joint G20 Climate Ministers meet in Chennai, Ministers from 35 nations take part | WION

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India aspires to become a dependable partner for the semiconductor sector and a worldwide chip manufacturer. Modi, who has made chipmaking the top priority of his economic policy, stated that "we are continuously undertaking policy reforms to expedite the growth of the semiconductor sector in the country."

India offers opportunities for chip makers, says PM Modi

Manipur, the violence-hit north eastern state in India, is witnessing fresh instances of arson. On Wednesday, a mob set at least 30 homes & shops ablaze in Manipur's Moreh district, including a forest department guest house. The arson took place in Moreh bazar area, which is close to the Myanmar border. Officials say a gun battle took place following the arson. however, security forces intervened and dispersed the mob before the situation could worsen.

Manipur witnesses fresh arson as no-confidence motion hangs over Indian parliament | WION

The Witness is a WION digital series that will tell you the world's biggest stories from the lens of a common man. In this episode, we closely look at the Indian state of Manipur. We bring you the two sides of the crisis and how politics & topography complicated the situation.

Two Faces of Crisis in Manipur | The Witness

<p>In a harrowing incident that has now gone viral on the internet, a speeding car collided with a bike and then hit two young female students in Karnataka's Raichur district.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">A horrific accident caught on CCTV. A speeding car hit a bike rider &amp; school girls in Karnataka's Raichur district. Car collided with a bike while the biker took a U-turn &amp; then car runs over young girls. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Karnataka?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Karnataka</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RoadAccident?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RoadAccident</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Raichur?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Raichur</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SpeedingCar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SpeedingCar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bike</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UTurn?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UTurn</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CCTV?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CCTV</a> <a href="https://t.co/z3zbra7SiN">pic.twitter.com/z3zbra7SiN</a></p>
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<p>As the video of the road accident went viral, authorities registered a case at the Raichur traffic police station.</p>

<h2><strong>Accident occurred on July 18</strong></h2>

<p>The entire collision was captured on CCTV, revealing the heart-stopping moment when the speeding car crashed into the bike and then hit two schoolgirls near Ragavendra petrol pump in Raichur district.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The accident occurred on July 18, when a biker made a sudden U-turn on the road, leading to a devastating collision with the oncoming car.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Monsoon rainfall in Indian state of Punjab kills 41&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>Tragically, the biker suffered major injuries, while the two young girls walking along the road sustained minor injuries. They are currently receiving medical treatment at Raichur medical hospital.</p>

<h2><strong>Car driver now arrested</strong></h2>

<p>Following the incident, the car driver responsible for the hit-and-run was apprehended by the police. In light of the severity of the situation, authorities have recommended the suspension of both the car driver's and the motorcyclist's driving licenses.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-to-be-in-worlds-top-3-economies-pm-modi-vows-milestone-in-third-term-during-iecc-inauguration-619676"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;`India to be in world`s top 3 economies`: PM Modi vows milestone in third term at IECC inauguration</strong></a></p>

<p>The Additional Director General of Police, Traffic &amp; Road Safety, took to Twitter and stated, "Have directed the concerned to take immediate legal action against the motorcycle rider as well as the car driver. DL suspension for both of them is also recommended. The unfortunate incident caused injuries to hapless schoolgirls."</p>

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In a harrowing incident that has now gone viral on the internet, a speeding car collided with a bike and then hit two young female students in Karnataka's Raichur district.

In a harrowing incident that has now gone viral on the internet, a speeding car collided with a bike and then hit two young female students in Karnataka's Raichur district. A horrific accident caught on CCTV. A speeding car hit a bike rider & school girls in Karnataka's Raichur district. Car collided with a bike while the biker took a U-turn & then car runs over young girls. #Karnataka #RoadAccident #Raichur #SpeedingCar #Bike #UTurn #CCTV pic.twitter.com/z3zbra7SiN — Siraj Noorani (@sirajnoorani) July 27, 2023 × As the video of the road accident went viral, authorities registered a case at the Raichur traffic police station. Accident occurred on July 18 The entire collision was captured on CCTV, revealing the heart-stopping moment when the speeding car crashed into the bike and then hit two schoolgirls near Ragavendra petrol pump in Raichur district. The accident occurred on July 18, when a biker made a sudden U-turn on the road, leading to a devastating collision with the oncoming car. Watch: Monsoon rainfall in Indian state of Punjab kills 41 × Tragically, the biker suffered major injuries, while the two young girls walking along the road sustained minor injuries. They are currently receiving medical treatment at Raichur medical hospital. Car driver now arrested Following the incident, the car driver responsible for the hit-and-run was apprehended by the police. In light of the severity of the situation, authorities have recommended the suspension of both the car driver's and the motorcyclist's driving licenses. Also read: `India to be in world`s top 3 economies`: PM Modi vows milestone in third term at IECC inauguration The Additional Director General of Police, Traffic & Road Safety, took to Twitter and stated, "Have directed the concerned to take immediate legal action against the motorcycle rider as well as the car driver. DL suspension for both of them is also recommended. The unfortunate incident caused injuries to hapless schoolgirls." WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>At least 80 tourists were left stranded at the Muthyala Dhara waterfalls in Telangana state’s Mulugu district on Wednesday as the water flow saw a sudden increase.</p>

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<p>Local administration reacted promptly as District Disaster Response Force and National Disaster Response Force were deployed at the spot along with police officials.</p>

<p>ANI later reported all stranded tourists were evacuated safely by Thursday morning. All tourists were in good health. Authorities said the rescue operation that started overnight had been completed.</p>

<h2><strong>Statement released by local police authorities</strong></h2>

<p>Gaush Alam, Superintendent of Police, Mulugu, confirmed to the media that no one was left behind,&nbsp;claiming that&nbsp;more than 90 per cent of tourists were completely fine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said, “Rescue work has been completed. A total of 80 stranded tourists have been rescued from the Mutyala Dhara waterfall. We verified with every group and no one is left behind now. They have been given water and medical services. One boy got a minor scorpion bite and he has been treated. 90 per cent of tourists' health is fine."</p>

<p>The district administration shared a video showing the tourists being given medical assistance and food items.</p>

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<p>Gaush Alam earlier spoke with the stranded tourists and advised them to stay away from the water stream and avoid using too much mobile phone to save battery life.</p>

<h2><strong>Weather forecast for Telangana</strong></h2>

<p>On Monday, the Indian Meteorological Department issued a red alert for Telangana, indicating a critical weather situation from July 25 to July 27, with a prediction of substantial rainfall in the state.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/web-stories/trending/telangana-formation-day-7-facts-about-indias-youngest-state-1685683617251"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Telangana Formation Day: 7 Facts About India's Youngest State</strong></a></p>

<p>The recent downpour led to a flood-like scenario in various areas of Mahabubabad district in Telangana on Wednesday.</p>

<p>A red alert has been issued in districts including Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Mahabubabad and Yadadri Bhongir. Heavy rains are expected in these districts on Thursday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The rains are occurring due to a well-marked low pressure in the northwest Bay of Bengal, triggering heavy rains and gusty winds in the state.</p>

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At least 80 tourists were left stranded at the Muthyala Dhara waterfalls in Telangana state’s Mulugu district on Wednesday as the water flow saw a sudden increase.

At least 80 tourists were left stranded at the Muthyala Dhara waterfalls in Telangana state’s Mulugu district on Wednesday as the water flow saw a sudden increase. Around 82 #tourists who were #stranded in the dense forest, overflowing stream, while went to watch #Telangana 's biggest waterfalls #Muthyaladhara (#Muthyamdhara) in #Mulugu dist, rescued safely by the SDRF, NDRF, Mulugu police teams and govt officials. pic.twitter.com/jhv3xoXoR5 — Noor Mohammed (@tv9_Reporter) July 26, 2023 × Local administration reacted promptly as District Disaster Response Force and National Disaster Response Force were deployed at the spot along with police officials. ANI later reported all stranded tourists were evacuated safely by Thursday morning. All tourists were in good health. Authorities said the rescue operation that started overnight had been completed. Statement released by local police authorities Gaush Alam, Superintendent of Police, Mulugu, confirmed to the media that no one was left behind, claiming that more than 90 per cent of tourists were completely fine. He said, “Rescue work has been completed. A total of 80 stranded tourists have been rescued from the Mutyala Dhara waterfall. We verified with every group and no one is left behind now. They have been given water and medical services. One boy got a minor scorpion bite and he has been treated. 90 per cent of tourists' health is fine." The district administration shared a video showing the tourists being given medical assistance and food items. #WATCH | Telangana: Rescue work has been completed. A total of 80 stranded tourists have been rescued from the Mutyala Dhara waterfall. We verified with every group and no one is left behind now. They have been given water and medical services. One boy got a minor scorpion bite… pic.twitter.com/iG0vnmk7O2 — ANI (@ANI) July 27, 2023 × Gaush Alam earlier spoke with the stranded tourists and advised them to stay away from the water stream and avoid using too much mobile phone to save battery life. Weather forecast for Telangana On Monday, the Indian Meteorological Department issued a red alert for Telangana, indicating a critical weather situation from July 25 to July 27, with a prediction of substantial rainfall in the state. Also read: Telangana Formation Day: 7 Facts About India's Youngest State The recent downpour led to a flood-like scenario in various areas of Mahabubabad district in Telangana on Wednesday. A red alert has been issued in districts including Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Mahabubabad and Yadadri Bhongir. Heavy rains are expected in these districts on Thursday. The rains are occurring due to a well-marked low pressure in the northwest Bay of Bengal, triggering heavy rains and gusty winds in the state. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

India: 80 tourists get stuck in waterfall in Telangana, state put on red alert

The International exposition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC) complex at Pragati Maidan in Delhi was officially opened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday evening where he talked about India's economy and how he is confident of winning the General Elections in 2024.

'This is Modi's guarantee,' says PM Modi on elevating India's economy | World News | WION

<p>The fourth and final meeting of the G20 Environment &amp; Climate Sustainability Working Group (ECSWG) meeting commenced on Wednesday, in Chennai city. Delegates from most G20 nations, nine guest nations and 12 International and regional organisations are in attendance.</p>

<p>According to Richa Sharma, Additional Secretary of India's Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change, the key focus areas of this group would be&nbsp;land degradation, ecosystem restoration, biodiversity &amp; water resources, sustainable &amp; resilient ocean-based economy, resource efficiency &amp; circular economy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The previous meetings of this working group were held in Bengaluru, Gandhinagar and Mumbai.</p>

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<p>"In Bengaluru, we agreed upon the broader themes of discussion. In Gandhinagar, we emphasised upon integrated water resources management and other priorities. In Mumbai, we focussed on science &amp; technology, innovation, policy, governance etc.," Richa Sharma said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A highlight of the ongoing ECSWG meeting will be the launch of the Resource Efficiency Circular Economy Industry Coalition (RECEIC), on Thursday. The RECEIC is being formed with the objective of bring together nations, industries and experts in their endeavour to take forward the global circularity agenda. 39 firms from across industries will be the founding members of this coalition.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The annual Global Circularity Gap Report, published by Circle Economy in collaboration with Deloitte, warns the global economy is now only 7.2 per cent circular.</p>

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<p>“A global circular economy,” it argues, “will allow us to fulfil people’s needs with only 70 per cent of the materials we now extract and use,” within the safe planetary limits. According to senior officials from India's Environment Ministry (MoEFCC), 'RECEIC' will be an industry-led coalition, for which the governments would play a supportive role.</p>

<p>The coalition would include multi-national firms from a wide-range of sectors, including steel, FMCG, beverages, electronics, IT, automobile, manufacturing, etc. Aditya Birla Group, Coca-Cola, HP Inc, Nestle India, Oppo, Siemens Ltd, Unilever, Maruti Suzuki India, Tata Motors are among the 39 firms that will be part of this coalition.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Further, there will be a meeting of Ministers from G20 and invited nations, on Friday, which would feature keynote addresses by experts in the field of climate change, discussions between the Environment and Climate Change Minister from G20 nations, followed by the adoption of the High Level Principles Document. The Ministerial meeting would be presided over by Bhupender Yadav, India's Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change. The ministers' meeting would conclude with the release of the Outcome and Presidency documents.&nbsp;</p>

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The fourth and final meeting of the G20 Environment & Climate Sustainability Working Group (ECSWG) meeting commenced on Wednesday, in Chennai city. Delegates from most G20 nations, nine guest nations and 12 International and regional organisations are in attendance.

The fourth and final meeting of the G20 Environment & Climate Sustainability Working Group (ECSWG) meeting commenced on Wednesday, in Chennai city. Delegates from most G20 nations, nine guest nations and 12 International and regional organisations are in attendance. According to Richa Sharma, Additional Secretary of India's Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change, the key focus areas of this group would be land degradation, ecosystem restoration, biodiversity & water resources, sustainable & resilient ocean-based economy, resource efficiency & circular economy. The previous meetings of this working group were held in Bengaluru, Gandhinagar and Mumbai. Also read | Hyderabad woman found starving on Chicago streets, went to the US to pursue higher education. Watch! "In Bengaluru, we agreed upon the broader themes of discussion. In Gandhinagar, we emphasised upon integrated water resources management and other priorities. In Mumbai, we focussed on science & technology, innovation, policy, governance etc.," Richa Sharma said. A highlight of the ongoing ECSWG meeting will be the launch of the Resource Efficiency Circular Economy Industry Coalition (RECEIC), on Thursday. The RECEIC is being formed with the objective of bring together nations, industries and experts in their endeavour to take forward the global circularity agenda. 39 firms from across industries will be the founding members of this coalition. The annual Global Circularity Gap Report, published by Circle Economy in collaboration with Deloitte, warns the global economy is now only 7.2 per cent circular. Also read | 'India to be in world's top 3 economies': PM Modi vows milestone in third term during IECC “A global circular economy,” it argues, “will allow us to fulfil people’s needs with only 70 per cent of the materials we now extract and use,” within the safe planetary limits. According to senior officials from India's Environment Ministry (MoEFCC), 'RECEIC' will be an industry-led coalition, for which the governments would play a supportive role. The coalition would include multi-national firms from a wide-range of sectors, including steel, FMCG, beverages, electronics, IT, automobile, manufacturing, etc. Aditya Birla Group, Coca-Cola, HP Inc, Nestle India, Oppo, Siemens Ltd, Unilever, Maruti Suzuki India, Tata Motors are among the 39 firms that will be part of this coalition. Further, there will be a meeting of Ministers from G20 and invited nations, on Friday, which would feature keynote addresses by experts in the field of climate change, discussions between the Environment and Climate Change Minister from G20 nations, followed by the adoption of the High Level Principles Document. The Ministerial meeting would be presided over by Bhupender Yadav, India's Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change. The ministers' meeting would conclude with the release of the Outcome and Presidency documents. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Maruti, Tata, HP, Coca-Cola and 35 other firms to launch 'RECEIC' a global, industry-led coalition

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