72 Hours Past, No Arrests in Ujjain Minor's Rape Case; Conflicting Police Statement Creates Confusion

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:37am on 28 Sep 2023,Thursday India

72 hours since the rape of a 12-year-old girl in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, no arrests have been made yet. Some reports claim that 5 people have been detained. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) is probing the case where the bleeding victim was found semi-naked on a street. Police are examining CCTV footage showing the girl desperately seeking help. Medical reports confirmed rape but her identity is unclear. An auto driver was questioned after blood stains were spotted in his vehicle, but no solid evidence was found linking him to the crime. With the culprits still at large, police are analyzing circumstances and questioning locals for leads, as the victim remains under treatment in Indore.

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Priest Recalls Ujjain Minor's Horrific State After Rape; CCTV Shows Desperate Pleas Falling to Deaf Ears

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:44am on 28 Sep 2023,Thursday India

Rahul Sharma, a priest in Ujjain, recalled finding the bleeding, semi-nude 12-year-old rape survivor near his ashram gates and aiding her before informing police. Viral CCTV footage showed the injured girl futilely pleading for help after the attack, sparking outrage as residents ignored her. She finally received assistance at the ashram but was too traumatized to share details. The 12-year-old walked 8 km seeking help after rape, only to be turned away until found unconscious. Her trauma not only underscores concerns over women's safety but also the need for society's empathy when victims seek assistance.

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Shocking Assault: Spa Owner Thrashes 24-year-old Woman from Northeast; Video from Ahmedabad Goes Viral

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:15am on 28 Sep 2023,Thursday India

A horrific incident in Ahmedabad, India, unfolded on September 25 when the owner of Galaxy Spa, identified as Mohsin, brutally assaulted his 24-year-old business partner, a woman from Northeast India. The shocking CCTV footage captured Mohsin repeatedly slapping, dragging, and tearing the victim's clothes while onlookers did not intervene effectively. The police initiated action following a viral video, registering a First Information Report (FIR) under IPC sections 354A, 294(b), and 323. The victim initially hesitated to file a complaint but did so after police counseling. Mohsin is currently on the run. Tripura politician Pradyot Debbarma condemned the assault in a social media post.

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Pro-Khalistan Graffiti Emerges at Kashmiri Gate Flyover; Delhi Police Registers Case

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:30am on 28 Sep 2023,Thursday India

Delhi Police have filed a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code regarding pro-Khalistani graffiti found on the walls under the Kashmiri Gate flyover on September 27. The graffiti has since been removed. This incident occurred amid ongoing tensions between India and Canada following the killing of Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada in June. In a separate incident in August, Delhi Police detained two individuals for writing pro-Khalistan messages on Delhi Metro station walls ahead of the G20 Summit. The messages included slogans like "Delhi Banega Khalistan" and "Khalistan Zindabad."

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Violent Protests Erupt in Imphal, Manipur Over Youths' Deaths, DC Office Vandalized, Curfew Imposed

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:35am on 28 Sep 2023,Thursday India

  Violent protests erupted in Imphal, Manipur, following the discovery of two missing youths' bodies in July, which circulated on social media. Student-led demonstrations escalated on Wednesday night, resulting in clashes with security forces in various areas. Teargas was deployed, roads were blocked with burning obstacles, and the deputy commissioner's office in Imphal West was vandalized, with two vehicles set ablaze. Curfew was reinstated in Imphal East and West. Incidents of violence extended to a BJP office in Thoubal district, where a police vehicle was burned, and an officer assaulted. Police vowed stern action against offenders, initiating a search operation.

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Trevor Noah Cancels Bengaluru Tour Dates Over Complaints of Poor Audio

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:51pm on 27 Sep 2023,Wednesday India

Comedian Trevor Noah's shows in Bengaluru on September 27 and 28 have been cancelled due to poor acoustics at the venue. The September 27 show at Manpho Convention Centre started 30 minutes late amidst traffic jams, but had to be called off abruptly as attendees complained they couldn't hear the speakers clearly. Noah himself arrived 20 minutes late, and later announced the cancellation of both shows while apologizing on social media. He said they tried everything but it was impossible to do a show when the audience couldn't hear the comedians on stage. He promised full refunds to ticket holders for the inconvenience. The cancellations mark a disappointing turn for Noah's India tour, which covers Bengaluru along with other cities. This was the first time his shows had to be called off due to technical issues.

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Youths' Killing Very Sad, Culprits Will Face Maximum Punishment: Manipur CM Biren Singh

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:59pm on 27 Sep 2023,Wednesday India

Manipur CM Biren Singh said there has been no exchange of fire and peace was being restored over the past 1-1.5 months, until the recent incident where a Meitei girl and boy went missing since July 3rd. The case was handed to CBI on August 28th after failed efforts to trace them. A viral video surfaced showing the bodies of the missing youths, which Singh condemned as a highly condemnable crime by Kuki militants. He stated Union Home Minister Amit Shah called him and is sending a CBI team to ensure the culprits are given maximum punishment. Singh promised the people of Manipur that the government will ensure justice. He termed the killings of the youths as sad and highly condemnable, disrupting the return of peace to the state over the past month and a half.

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Noida International Airport Gets IATA Code DXN Ahead of 2024 Launch

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:32pm on 27 Sep 2023,Wednesday India

The upcoming Noida International Airport at Jewar has been allotted the IATA code 'DXN', which will become active once operations begin by end of 2024. The code serves as a unique identifier for the airport globally. Spread over 1,334 hectares, the airport is being built by Switzerland's Zurich Airport, which aims to combine Indian culture and Swiss technology. CEO Christoph Schnellmann said the airport will fulfil the need for a second airport in Delhi's urban agglomeration. The terminal, ATC tower, runway and other infrastructure are currently under construction. The airport has also floated tenders for concessions like F&B, lounges, advertising and ground handling. 

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Amid Protests and Violence, Manipur Declared 'Disturbed Area' Under AFSPA

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:10am on 27 Sep 2023,Wednesday India

The Manipur government has declared the entire state, barring 19 police station areas, as a 'disturbed area' under the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) due to the law and order situation. The notification states that violent activities by insurgent groups warrant the use of armed forces. The move comes after massive protests erupted over the kidnapping and killing of two students, whose bodies were recently discovered. The incidents sparked clashes between protesters and security forces, leaving many injured. Chief Minister N Biren Singh said the state and central governments are working to nab the perpetrators, with the case handed to CBI. Large police and paramilitary forces have been deployed amid the tensions, while internet services remain suspended.

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Fresh Manipur Unrest Over Dead Youths' Images, CBI to Investigate

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:58am on 27 Sep 2023,Wednesday India

Photos circulating online of two slain Manipuri teens have sparked renewed violence, prompting authorities to ban internet and close schools. The teens went missing in July, and images show them held captive before being killed. Outraged students protested and clashed with police, resulting in injuries. Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said the CBI will visit to expedite the probe. He vowed with the Centre to catch the culprits behind the brutal murders. The tensions follow a 4-month internet shutdown amid prior unrest. The viral photos shattered a semblance of returning normalcy. The CBI's involvement indicates authorities are under pressure to restore order and ensure justice.

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