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Lucknow, September 2: An Instagram reel has blown the cover of a man declared "missing" for nearly seven years in Uttar Pradesh. In a stunning turn of events, the man who allegedly went missing seven years ago was spotted by his wife in an Instagram reel with another woman. The man was then tracked down and arrested. According to a report published by India Today, Jitendra Kumar, also known as Bablu, vanished in 2018, just a year after marrying Sheelu in a traditional ceremony. Their marriage had turned sour within months, with Sheelu alleging harassment over dowry demands, including a gold chain and a ring, before being thrown out of her marital home. Her family later filed a dowry harassment case. Hardoi Shocker: Man Bites Off Wife's Nose After Catching Her With Lover in Uttar Pradesh; Accused in Custody. In April 2018, amid the ongoing investigation, Jitendra's father filed a missing person complaint in Hardoi's Sandila. With no leads for years, Jitendra's family accused Sheelu and her relatives of murdering him and disposing of his body. But the case took a dramatic twist when Sheelu recently came across an Instagram reel showing Jitendra alive and well in Punjab's Ludhiana, laughing and posing with another woman. Shocked, she approached the Kotwali Sandila police with video evidence. 'Caught Cheating, Then Married Off': UP Man Wipes Wife's Sindoor, Marries Her to Alleged Lover in Front of Villagers in Gonda; Video Goes Viral. The police launched a fresh investigation and confirmed that Jitendra had faked his disappearance, moved to Ludhiana, and married another woman under a false identity. He had been living a new life while his wife was left behind to face stigma and suspicion. Assistant Superintendent of Police Nripendra Kumar confirmed that Jitendra is currently under police custody in Sandila. "He is being booked under relevant sections for bigamy, fraud, and dowry harassment," the police said.
Greater Noida Dowry Murder Case: In Greater Noida, Vipin, the primary suspect in his wife's dowry murder, was injured during a police encounter. He tried to escape after being arrested for allegedly torturing and killing his wife. Police opened fire when he attempted to flee. Vipin is now hospitalized under police guard. The investigation into the dowry death is ongoing. Greater Noida Dowry Murder Case: Vipin, the main accused in the Greater Noida dowry murder case, was injured in a police encou ...Read More >
New Delhi: Diljit Dosanjh will continue to be a part of the upcoming war drama 'Border 2', despite the uproar surrounding his collaboration with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in 'Sardaar Ji 3'. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), which had earlier imposed a non-cooperation order on Diljit, has now temporarily revoked the restriction, but only for this specific project. BN Tiwari, President of FWICE, confirmed the development to India Today, stating that producer Bhushan Kumar personally appealed to the federation to allow Dosanjh to continue shooting for 'Border 2'. "Yes, ...Read More >
India has blocked access to the X (formerly Twitter) accounts of Reuters and Reuters World, according to local media reports on Sunday. The restriction was implemented in response to a legal request. While these specific accounts are currently inaccessible within India, users can still view Reuters' main website and approximately 30 other affiliated accounts. An Instagram post by The Hindustan Times linked the action to "Operation Sindoor," a reported Indian military initiative involving missile strikes on targets in Pakistan in May. The post claimed that the account restrictions were carrie ...Read More >
MUMBAI: ICICI Bank has rolled back its rule requiring new savings accounts opened after Aug 1 to maintain a monthly average balance (MAB) of Rs 50,000 and has revised the threshold to Rs 15,000. The move follows a social media backlash against the higher balance requirement, which was criticised for making banking exclusive.The bank said it has revised its schedule of charges and MAB requirements following customer feedback. The changes do not apply to salary accounts, senior citizens above 60 years, basic accounts/PM Jan Dhan Yojana accounts, or those opened before July 31, 2025.Meanwhile, HD ...Read More >
BusinessWire India Monrovia [Liberia]/ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 16: Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025 recently. It was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of Merck Foundation Board of Trustees, and Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation & President of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative and H.E. Mrs. KARTUMU YARTA BOAKAI, First Lady of the Republic of Liberia and Ambassador of Merck Foundation "More Than a Mother" alon ...Read More >
Assam Police warned against fake messages about an internet shutdown, assuring no such plans exist and vowing action against misinformation spreaders. This comes as the state mourns singer Zubeen Garg's mysterious death, prompting multiple FIRs and a SIT probe, with musician Shekhar Jyoti Goswami detained for questioning. Guwahati: The Assam Police on Friday warned against "fake messages" being circulated by mischief mongers about the internet shutdown in the state and said that people should no ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 29 (PTI) Homegrown Premier Energies on Monday announced securing multiple solar contract worth USD 19.95 million (around Rs 177 crore) Republic of Benin, West Africa. These projects are part of a national initiative by the Government of Benin to expand access to reliable, sustainable clean energy, Premier Energies said in a statement. Implementation will be carried out by Premier Energies in collaboration with the General Directorate of Energy Planning and Rural Electrification, under the Ministry of Energy, Water and Mines, Republic of Benin. The scope of the contracts cover ...Read More >
New Delhi: Director Homi Adajania and actress Kriti Sanon are grabbing attention after sharing the first behind-the-scenes glimpse of Cocktail 2. In the sneak peek, Adajania revealed that the film is still a "work in progress." The much-awaited sequel stars Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead roles, with Shahid Kapoor reportedly playing the male lead. Adajania took to Instagram to share a black-and-white photo of Kriti Sanon from the sets. Captioning it, he wrote: "@kritisanon Laugh & love #cocktail2 #prep." The picture, marked with WORK IN PROGRESS, quickly sparked speculation an ...Read More >
Arpit Bala spitting at a fan during the concert. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Singer Arpit Bala faced an on-stage altercation in Hyderabad on March 28 * An object was thrown at Bala during his live performance at Kingdome Klub * Bala stopped his set, confronted the audience, and warned against such acts Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Singer Arpit Bala was involved in an on-stage altercation during a live performance in Hyderabad ...Read More >
Aasif Khan, known for his roles in popular shows like Panchayat and Paatal Lok, recently suffered a heart attack and was admitted at Kokilaben Hospital in Mumbai. The news sent shockwaves among fans and the industry alike, but the actor is now stable and recovering, according to hospital sources. He's expected to be discharged in a couple of days. Sharing his ordeal, Aasif took to Instagram to post a photo from his hospital bed along with a deeply emotional message that read: "Realising after w ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Aam Aadmi Party has replaced Raghav Chadha as its deputy leader in the Rajya Sabha, naming Ashok Mittal for the role and asking the Upper House not to allot Chadha speaking time from the party's quota. The move signals a shift in the party's parliamentary strategy, with Mittal now set to take over a key coordination role in the Upper House. Chadha, until recently one of AAP's most visible faces in Parliament, is no longer part of the party's official speaking lineup.A spree of issues in ParliamentThe development comes even as Chadha had been actively raising a range of public-in ...Read More >
Actor Ajith Kumar recently embarked on a spiritual trip with his wife Shalini and son Aadvik Kumar. As his wife shared pictures of his visit to a Kerala temple on social media, fans noticed a tattoo on his chest for the first time, sparking social media buzz. In the series of pictures that Shalini shared on her social media, the family was seen soaking in the beauty of the temple and its rituals. While the first picture shows her applying tikka on Ajith's forehead, the next one has the three sea ...Read More >
The controversy began in September over the company's collaboration with London-based Pakistani Instagram influencer Alishba Khalid, who had previously mocked India's Operation Sindoor as a "cowardly act." Several social media users called out the company for partnering with Khalid as a promoter during the inauguration of their showroom in London. The posts allegedly called the jewellery brand a "sympathiser of Pakistan". According to news agency PTI, Malabar Gold & Diamonds had moved the high ...Read More >
Diljit Dosanjh has been grabbing attention following Pakistani actress Hania Aamir's casting in Sardaar Ji 3. Though the film has not been released in India, but still celebs have criticised the singer cum actor. Rumours were going on that he had been removed from Border 2. Looks like Diljit Dosanjh has put all speculation to rest. He shared a behind-the-scenes (BTS) video from the sets of Border 2, hinting that he's very much part of the much-anticipated war drama. Taking to his Instagram handl ...Read More >
'India should look to add an extra bowler' IMAGE: Ajinkya Rahane has a piece of advice for head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill- play an extra bowler in the fourth Test at Old Trafford. Photograph: BCCI/X As India gear up for the fourth Test at Old Trafford, former captain Ajinkya Rahane has raised a tactical alarm: the team's all-rounder-heavy approach might be hurting their chances. His solution? A fourth specialist bowler -- even if it comes at the cost of batting depth. Now in England, and having witnessed India's narrow defeat at Lord's, the veteran batter has a piece of ...Read More >
Jhargram, Jul 18 (PTI) Three elephants, including two calves, were run over by an express train near Banstala railway station in West Bengal's Paschim Midnapore district, police said on Friday. The incident, which took place on Thursday night, occurred when an elephant herd that probably came from Jharkhand's Dalma forest was traversing, they said. The three pachyderms were mowed on the tracks by a speeding Janshatabdi Express on the Kharagpur-Tatanagar section, a police officer said. It was difficult to go near the carcasses for some time, as the herd of 30 elephants was passing through th ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: Union Minister Suresh Gopi stirred controversy on Tuesday by claiming that those elected by "corpses" are now serving the state. Speaking at a neighbourhood meet called "Kalungu" in Idukki district, he alleged that cadavers from 25 years ago had cast votes in Kerala elections. Media reports have previously highlighted incidents of deceased voters being listed as active in Kerala's voter list, he said, while indirectly referring to the accusations of "scientific rigging " against the Left parties. The minister was responding to allegations of voter fraud in Thrissur consti ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a shocking incident, 27-year-old Ridhanya, daughter of garment company owner Annadurai, died by suicide in Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, allegedly due to dowry harassment by her husband and in-laws. Ridhanya had married Kavinkumar in April this year, with a dowry of 100 sovereigns (800 g) of gold jewelry and a Volvo car worth Rs 70 lakh. According to an India Today report, before her death, Ridhanya sent seven audio messages to her father, detailing the alleged abuse and torture she suffered at the hands of her husband and in-laws. In one of the messages, she said, "I'm unable to bear t ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood musician and composer Sachin Sanghvi was arrested on alleged sexual assault charges on Friday and then released on bail. Part of the music duo Sachin-Jigar, his arrest followed a complaint by a 29-year-old woman. Sanghvi is known for his hit songs in 'Stree 2', 'Bhediya', Param Sundari and the recently released "Thamma". The complainant claimed that he sexually assaulted her after initially contacting her in February 2024. She alleged that she came in contact with the singer after he sent her an Instagram message. Sanghvi allegedly promised her a chance in his music album, ...Read More >
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pacer Yash Dayal finds himself in hot water in a matter related to exploitation of a woman on the pretext of marriage. As reported by India Today, a complaint has been filed against the pacer on the Chief Minister's online grievance portal, IGRS. The report mentioned the girl is from Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. The report citing sources mentioned that the Chief Minister's office has sought a report from the Circle Officer (CO) of Indirapuram, Ghaziabad. It added t ...Read More >
Wedding bells are ringing in the Tendulkar household! Arjun Tendulkar, the 25-year-old cricketer and son of India's beloved batting legend Sachin Tendulkar, is officially engaged. The lucky bride-to-be is Saaniya Chandok, granddaughter of prominent Mumbai businessman Ravi Ghai, whose family owns the InterContinental hotel and Brooklyn Creamery, as reported by India Today. The news shared by Hello India on X has sent fans into a frenzy, marking the union of two influential Mumbai families in a ce ...Read More >
Noida, Aug 25 (PTI) As police investigate the brutal killing of Nikki Bhati, allegedly set ablaze by her husband and in-laws in Greater Noida over dowry demands, neighbours have claimed that the Bhati family was also locked in disputes over Nikki and her sister Kanchan's social media activity. Residents of Sirsa village alleged that both sisters, married into the same family, ran a beauty parlour from their home and were active on Instagram, posting makeover reels that their husbands Vipin and Rohit Bhati objected to. "They both used to make reels related to the makeover and share it on soci ...Read More >
Singer-actor Rishabh Tandon, known as Faqeer, has reportedly passed away from a sudden heart attack on October 21, 2025. Tandon, who had a decade-long break from music to care for his family, returned in 2020. He was married to his Russian wife, Olesya Nedobegova, whom he met while she was working as a line producer on his digital series. Rishabh Tandon, singer-actor popularly known as Faqeer, has reportedly died after suffering a sudden heart attack, media reports suggest. Tandon, who was also ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 29 - Global sensation Priyanka Chopra congratulated Diljit Dosanjh on his Emmy nomination for the film "Amar Singh Chamkila". Resharing the announcement of the nomination of the Stories section of his Instagram, PeeCee penned, "Congratulations @diljitdosanjh! Punjabi Emmy's te aagaye oye, (sic)" followed by a red heart emoji. On Saturday, another B-town diva, Alia Bhatt, congratulated Diljit for bagging the prestigious Emmy nomination. She took to her Insta Stories and wrote, "Congrats @diljitdosanjh and the team behind this gem! Shining bright indeed! (sic)" On Friday, Diljit exp ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Deepika Padukone, who has been a strong advocate for mental health awareness, reacted to cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues' recent revelation about battling anxiety. The 'Om Shanti Om' actress, known for openly sharing her own struggles with depression in the past, praised Jemimah for her honesty and courage in speaking up, highlighting the importance of conversations around mental well-being in sports and beyond. Taking to her Instagram Stories, Deepika Padukone reshared a video of cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues, in which the athlete opened up about her struggl ...Read More >
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The appointment of Ravada A Chandrasekhar as the new state police chief was on expected lines, to put it bluntly. Unlike the previous two instances -- in 2021, when Anil Kant, and in 2023, when Shaik Darvesh Saheb were selected -- the government this time round was short of options and the writing on the wall was clear. In 2021, the selection boiled down to Anil Kant or B Sandhya, while in 2023 it was Shaik Darvesh vs K Padmakumar. There were frenetic lobbying and umpteen last-minute patch-up meets to shore up the claims of the candidates. The government was hard-pressed d ...Read More >
Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer has passed away at the age of 68. He was widely recognized for his portrayal of Karna in the epic television series Mahabharat. Dheer also left a lasting impression with his role in the Zee Horror Show episode 'Dastak'. Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer, best remembered for his iconic role as Karna in B.R. Chopra's epic television series Mahabharat, has passed away at the age of 68. As reported by ANI, while the exact cause of his death remains unclear, media sources suggest ...Read More >
Bhopal: Ahead of the Supreme Court hearing from September 23, an all-party meeting was hosted by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday at his official residence, where a formal resolution to ensure the full 27% reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) has been unanimously adopted, marking a decisive shift in the state's legal and administrative posture. Backed by all major parties, the resolution affirms that the remaining 13% of the quota, on top of the 14% already implemented, must be secured through a coordinated legal strategy and judicial affirmation, Yadav told repo ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood, and indeed the entire country, was left stunned at the news of shots being fired outside Disha Patani's Civil Lines home in Bareilly. Police confirmed that the shooting occurred around 4.30 am on Friday, with multiple rounds of aerial firing reported. There was no report of any injury. Members of Rohit Godara and Goldy Brar gang claimed responsibility for the firing in a Facebook post, for disrespecting Hindu saints Premanand Maharaj and Anidruddhacharya Maharaj. The message, written in Hindi, named two persons, and issued a warning to the film industry, reported India To ...Read More >
MUMBAI - An assailant who stabbed Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan remains at large and nobody has yet been detained in the case, an Indian newspaper cited police as saying on Friday, contradicting earlier media reports that police were questioning a suspect. Khan was stabbed six times during a burglary attempt at his home in an upscale neighborhood in Mumbai early on Thursday. Doctors who operated on him for wounds to his spine, neck and hands have said he is out of danger. Indian television channels had earlier reported that police had detained and were questioning a suspect in the attack. H ...Read More >