Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya sparked anger after saying the molestation of two Australian women cricketers in Indore was “a lesson for them.” The players were allegedly stalked and one molested by a man on a motorcycle. The accused, Akil Khan, has been arrested. Vijayvargiya said, “Players must keep in mind that when they leave their place, local authorities should be informed because there is a huge craze for cricketers in India.” Opposition leaders slammed his remark, calling it “disgusting” and “shameful.” The Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association said it was “deeply pained” by the disturbing incident. (PC: The Week)

New claims have emerged in the Maharashtra doctor’s suicide case. The doctor’s cousin alleged that her postmortem was delayed until 6 am and done without the family present. He also said she faced pressure to make false postmortem reports and fitness certificates under police and political influence. The 29-year-old doctor had accused police officer Gopal Badane of rape and her landlord’s son Prashant Bankar of harassment in a note found on her hand. The cousin now claims there may be another suicide note. Both accused have been arrested, while BJP leader Ranjitsinh Naik Nimbalkar has been given a clean chit. (PC: PTI/Representative)

Police have updated details of the Kurnool bus fire that killed 20 people. The crash started when drunk biker Shiva Shankar collided with a divider, injuring his pillion rider Erri Swami. A double-decker bus then ran over the bike, causing the fuel tank to explode and engulf the bus in flames. The bus driver, Miriyala Lakshmaiah, obtained his licence using a fake Class 10 certificate and has been arrested. Investigators also flagged safety violations by the travel company, including illegal bus modifications. Police described the incident as a criminal act of negligence and promised strict action. (PC: NDTV)

A new claim has emerged in the Satara doctor suicide case. Bhagyashree Pachangne, mother of a woman who died earlier, has alleged that the doctor was forced to sign a fake postmortem report in her daughter’s case. She has demanded a full investigation. The doctor, who later died by suicide, had accused a police officer of sexual assault and a techie of mental harassment. She also mentioned political pressure in her suicide notes. The case has sparked a political storm in Maharashtra. Two men, including the police officer, have been arrested in connection with the doctor’s death. (PC: NDTV)

A Delhi University student was injured in an acid attack near Lakshmibai College on Sunday morning. Police said the second-year student was attacked around 10 am by an unidentified man who threw a flammable substance at her. She managed to protect her face but suffered burns on her hand. The victim is being treated at RML Hospital and is expected to recover soon. Police believe the attacker knew the victim, as both live in Mukundpur. Several teams have been formed to find and arrest the suspect. Raids are ongoing in different parts of Delhi. (PC: India Today)

HorrorCon 2025, held at Okhla's NSIC Exhibition Ground, captivated Delhi with its Halloween-themed extravaganza. The two-day event featured a blend of horror and cosplay, attracting attendees of all ages—from toddlers to Gen Z. Visitors donned imaginative costumes, ranging from classic horror figures to unique interpretations of Indian folklore. Highlights included live horror storytelling sessions, magic shows, and a Halloween parade. Participants showcased their creativity through DIY outfits and curated looks. The event emphasized community engagement, with families and friends coming together to celebrate. The second day promised more workshops, performances, and an after-party to continue the festivities. (PC: X)  

Singer Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau were seen walking hand-in-hand in Paris on Saturday night. They celebrated Perry’s 45th birthday with a night out at the famous Crazy Horse cabaret. Photos and videos of the pair quickly went viral, sparking fresh dating rumours. Neither Perry nor Trudeau has confirmed their relationship. The sighting comes weeks after the two were seen kissing on Perry’s yacht in California. Earlier this year, they were also spotted dining together in Montreal. Perry recently ended her engagement with actor Orlando Bloom but continues to co-parent their daughter, Daisy Dove. (PC: India Today)

Rahul Gandhi condemned the alleged suicide of a doctor in Maharashtra as a “tragedy that shakes the conscience of any civilised society”, calling it an “institutional murder”. He accused the state government of protecting offenders and allowing powerful individuals to escape accountability, citing reports that the doctor faced rape, harassment and pressure to engage in corruption. Gandhi characterised the case as exposing “the inhuman and insensitive face” of the ruling party and pledged support to the victim’s family, demanding urgent institutional reform and justice. (PC: File)

In a forceful statement following a fatal crash near Kurnool district in Andhra Pradesh, where a sleeper bus collided with a motorcycle and caught fire, claiming at least 19 lives, V C Sajjanar, the Police Commissioner of Hyderabad, labelled drunk driving as “terrorism.” The biker, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, lost control on NH-44, causing a catastrophic chain-reaction that engulfed the bus in flames. The top cop announced zero tolerance: any driver found intoxicated will face stringent action, calling the tragedy a “preventable massacre.”  (PC: ANI)

A 29-year-old woman doctor from Satara, Maharashtra, was found dead in a hotel room, leaving a suicide note on her hand accusing techie Prashant Bankar of mental harassment and Sub-Inspector Gopal Badane of rape. Police arrested Bankar near Pune and Badane later surrendered. The doctor and Bankar were reportedly in a strained relationship, with frequent arguments noted in call records. Earlier, she had complained of coercion by police and political interference. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis called the incident deeply tragic and assured strict action, while the accused officers were suspended amid ongoing investigation. (PC: NDTV)