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Beachgoers try to defy govt ban, get pulled up by Puri cops
Tourists in Odisha resisted evacuation efforts ahead of Cyclone Montha, with a Kolkata couple reportedly assaulting lifeguards on Puri beach. Despite warnings and adverse weather, some tourists insisted on entering the turbulent sea. Police intervened to clear the beaches, urging visitors to stay indoors for safety.
Major Flaws in Jharkhand’s Blood Bank Exposed After HIV Cases in Thalassemia Patients
Jharkhand’s blood bank system is under scrutiny after five thalassemia patients contracted HIV from transfusions in Chaibasa. This follows a similar 2018 incident, raising fears of more cases due to reliance on paid donors and a lack of advanced testing facilities in district blood banks. Officials are investigating and promising improved testing.
Who is Praneeth Kumar Usiripalli? Indian-origin man who stabbed two teens with a fork mid-air, faces 10 years in prison, $250,000 fine
An Indian-origin man, Praneeth Kumar Usiripalli, was arrested in Boston after allegedly stabbing two teenagers with a metal fork on a Lufthansa flight from Chicago. The incident forced an emergency landing, and Usiripalli, who had overstayed his student visa, faces charges of assault with a dangerous weapon.
Haryana Police Arrest Two Cybercriminals in Rs 44 Crore Fraud Case
Haryana police arrested two cybercriminals in Ranchi’s Itki area in connection with a Rs 44 crore fraud case. The accused allegedly provided their bank accounts for defrauded money transactions in exchange for a commission. Authorities warn that individuals facilitating cybercrime through their accounts will face jail time.
NHL Rumor Roundup 2025: Why Pavel Zacha, Yegor Chinakhov, Nick Robertson and Brennan Othmann are heating up the trade market
NHL trade talks are buzzing with speculation about young, talented players. Pavel Zacha of the Boston Bruins is reportedly available. Yegor Chinakhov of the Columbus Blue Jackets has a trade request active. Nick Robertson of the Toronto Maple Leafs and Brennan Othmann of the New York Rangers are also in the rumor mill.
National Green Tribunal Urges Jharkhand to Improve Solid Waste and Sewage Management Ahead of April 2026 Hearing
The National Green Tribunal has expressed dissatisfaction with Jharkhand’s solid waste and sewage management, citing unrealistic reports and unaddressed gaps. The tribunal has directed the chief secretary to appoint a senior official and submit a detailed ULB-wise report with timelines and fund allocation by April 21, 2026, to address these critical environmental issues.