At least 10 people were hurt, two critically, in a stampede at Mumbai’s Bandra Terminus early Sunday. The incident happened as hundreds of people tried to board the moving Gorakhpur-bound Antyodaya Express. With Diwali and Chhath celebrations near, crowds flocked to the station to travel home. Many unreserved passengers rushed to grab seats, causing chaos. Videos on social media show injured passengers and a hectic scene. Opposition leaders criticized Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, saying he focuses too much on the bullet train project instead of local rail safety. Injured people were taken to Bhabha Hospital.

During his 115th Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi warned citizens about “digital arrest” scams, emphasizing that no government agency contacts individuals via video call for arrests. He advised using the cyber helpline 1930 if contacted by fraudsters impersonating officials. Modi also announced national celebrations for the 150th anniversaries of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and tribal leader Birsa Munda, urging citizens to participate. With World Animation Day approaching, he highlighted India’s growing animation industry and its collaboration with global studios like Disney and Warner Brothers, aiming to position India as an animation powerhouse.

Murugesan, a resident of Erode, Tamil Nadu, was conned out of Rs 3.2 lakh by scammers using fake documents featuring Amitabh Bachchan’s photos and posing as government officials. The scam began with a message claiming he won Rs 25 lakh in a Kaun Banega Crorepati lottery, requiring “disbursal fees.” Additional fraudulent demands from supposed government offices and a woman posing as a CBI officer brought total losses to Rs 3.2 lakh. After realizing the fraud, Murugesan filed a complaint with the PMO, prompting the CBI to investigate under various IPC and IT Act sections.

In Agra, Rakesh Rajput, the son of a hotel owner, has been accused of abducting and raping a 13-year-old girl at gunpoint on October 21 at his father’s hotel on Fatehabad Road. According to the police, the girl’s mother reported that Rakesh had lured her daughter with a job offer and later threatened her with a gun. The Tajganj police have registered charges of abduction and rape against him. The girl underwent a medical examination and provided her statement, confirmed by Tajganj SHO Jasbeer Singh.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 115th episode of his radio show 'Mann Ki Baat', warned citizens against the 'digital arrest' scam, where fraudsters impersonate officials from agencies like the CBI, RBI, and police to extort money. Modi outlined the three-step tactic: collecting personal information, creating fear, and pressuring victims. He urged people not to fall for these tactics, advising them to record such calls and report incidents to the national cyber helpline at 1930. Recently, business tycoon SP Oswal fell victim to this scam, losing ₹7 crore to fraudsters posing as CBI officials.

In Lucknow, 10 prominent hotels, including Marriott, Lemon Tree, and Comfort Vista, received bomb threats via email on Sunday, demanding $55,000 (Rs 4.6 million) in ransom. The email threatened explosions if the amount wasn’t paid, warning against any defusing attempts. Police initiated a swift investigation after hotel management reported the threat. This incident follows recent bomb threats in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, and Bengaluru’s Taj West End Hotel. Authorities are intensifying security and investigating potential connections across these cases, while reassuring the public of proactive measures.

Fresh gunfights broke out in Manipur on Saturday night, with suspected Kuki militants launching attacks on Koutruk and Tronglaobi villages. Koutruk, in Imphal West district, witnessed a four-hour firefight, with state forces retaliating as militants used drones and sophisticated weapons. In Tronglaobi, Bishnupur district, gunfire ensued between state forces and suspected Kuki militants from nearby areas. Despite intense clashes, no casualties were reported. Separately, two members of the People’s Liberation Army were arrested in Tengnoupal district by Assam Rifles and handed over to police. Security forces remain vigilant in the region.    

A stampede at Mumbai’s Bandra Terminus left nine people injured early this morning as crowds surged to board the Bandra-Gorakhpur Express. The incident occurred at 5:56 a.m. on Platform 1, reportedly triggered by the festive rush ahead of Diwali. Injured passengers were rushed to Bhabha Hospital, with seven reported stable and two in critical condition. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene, with Railway Police and bystanders helping the wounded. Videos showed bloodstained floors and passengers receiving aid from Railway officers. Authorities are investigating crowd control measures to prevent further incidents.

The Indian Army uncovered a Pakistani terrorist hideout in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Saturday. Working with the Special Operations Group (SOG), the army’s Romeo Force found two grenades and three mines. This operation was part of a larger effort to increase security in the area after recent attacks. Counter-Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) also raided six districts, disrupting a new recruitment module connected to the terror group Tehreek Labaik Ya Muslim (TLM). Authorities have intensified search operations across Jammu and Kashmir to locate suspects and protect infrastructure.

Farmer leader Rakesh Tikait has advised Bollywood star Salman Khan to apologize to the Bishnoi community in light of ongoing tensions over the blackbuck poaching case. Tikait's call follows threats from gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, who has openly expressed animosity towards Khan. In a viral video, Tikait emphasized that seeking forgiveness is crucial for societal harmony and could help protect Khan from potential retaliation. He warned that ignoring these social dynamics could lead to severe consequences. This conflict escalated after the murder of Baba Siddiqui, Khan's associate, attributed to the Bishnoi gang.