In Ballia, police have arrested two individuals in connection with the suspicious death of a young woman whose body was discovered hanging from a tree with her hands restrained. The incident has been classified as a potential suicide, but the victim’s family is adamant that she was murdered and is advocating for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry.

The deceased, identified as Pooja, aged 20, was found in the Sarya Gulab Rai village within the jurisdiction of the Nagara police station on March 23. Police reports suggest that Pooja took her own life after her boyfriend blocked her number, as she was set to marry another man on April 25. Authorities claim she was distressed and had viewed a YouTube video about suicide prior to her death.

On Saturday, two men, Lalu Chauhan from Pooja’s village and Ram Dulare from Mau district, were taken into custody for their alleged roles in abetting her suicide and have since been remanded in jail. Superintendent of Police Omveer Singh indicated that Pooja had reached out to these individuals regarding her distress, but they failed to inform her family or the police of her situation.

The police investigation, based on a post-mortem report and other evidence, has led them to conclude that the case is leaning towards suicide. However, the family has lodged a complaint against four villagers, questioning the circumstances of Pooja’s death and alleging murder.

The formal autopsy was recorded on video and conducted by a panel of medical professionals, revealing no external injuries that would suggest foul play. Despite this, the family remains skeptical. Pooja’s sister, Neha, voiced her concerns in front of reporters, asserting that the police narrative is misleading and that the claim about watching a suicide video is unfounded given the restrictions on such content.

Neha is calling for a CBI investigation, citing a lack of trust in local law enforcement. Pooja’s father, Dharamraj, who himself works as a security guard at a police station, questioned how a suicide could occur under such bizarre circumstances, notably with the victim’s hands and feet tied.

The investigation continues, with officials stating that the evidence collected thus far does not strongly implicate the individuals named in the initial complaint, although they are pursuing all avenues in this complex case.

In a tragic incident on Sunday, at least one passenger lost their life, and eight others sustained injuries when 11 coaches of the Bengaluru-Kamakhya AC Superfast Express derailed near Nergundi station in Odisha’s Cuttack district.

The accident occurred around 11:54 AM in the Cuttack-Nergundi Railway Section under the Khurda Road Division of East Coast Railway, as per the reports.

Subash Chandra Ray, the Administrative Officer of SCB Medical College and Hospital, confirmed that “one body has been recovered, and three teams of doctors have been engaged to treat the injured passengers”. The identity of the deceased remains unknown.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed his concern on the social media platform X, stating, “Deeply concerned about the derailment of Kamakhya Express near Nergundi station in #Cuttack. Grateful that all passengers are safe. Authorities are on-site, ensuring assistance and restoring normalcy at the earliest. Helplines activated for support.”

In response to the crisis, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and fire services were promptly mobilized, and a relief train was dispatched to the site, as per Ashok Kumar Mishra’s statement to India Today.

Railway authorities, including the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Khurda Road, the General Manager of ECoR, and other senior officials, rushed to the location. An accident relief and medical relief train were also sent to the spot, according to PTI.

Due to the derailment, several train routes have been diverted, and ECoR officials are making alternate arrangements to ensure passengers reach their destinations, after which restoration works will commence, reported by media. The Railways have issued helpline numbers for assistance: 8455885999 and 8991124238.

The cause of the derailment is currently under investigation, and railway authorities are working tirelessly to restore normalcy on the affected track section, as per the reports.

A confrontation between two individuals at the Dawat-e-Ramzan exhibition held at King’s Palace became dangerously intense when shots were reportedly fired. The event, organized by Anam Mirza, sister of tennis star Sania Mirza, is a well-known attraction in Hyderabad during the Ramadan season.

The altercation occurred on Saturday, March 29, when a man allegedly discharged two rounds during a dispute between the owners of a perfume shop and a toy shop at the expo. Authorities were alerted and quickly apprehended the suspect, confiscating the weapon he used for the shooting.

According to the Inspector from Gudimalkapur police station, the skirmish stemmed from a minor disagreement between the two shop owners, which was in the process of being resolved. However, during this dispute, the accused, identified as Hassebuddin, fired two shots into the air using his licensed pistol. The police are currently investigating the circumstances that led to the gunfire and have filed a case under the Arms Act.

Interestingly, Hassebuddin, also known as Hyder, is not connected to either shop owner involved in the dispute. He is a former local leader (Sarpanch) residing in the AC Guards Paramount Colony and holds a valid gun license issued in Nampally.

Hyderabad is home to various exhibitions and food festivals during Ramadan, with Anam Mirza’s Dawat-e-Ramzan being one of the most popular. The expo features over 400 retail stalls and 60 food brands, making it one of the largest events celebrating the month.

Anam Mirza, who has been a fashion curator since 2012 and operates her own YouTube channel, has made a significant impact in the community through her work. The Dawat-e-Ramzan expo provides employment to more than 3,000 individuals during Ramadan and attracts over 250,000 visitors within just 11 days of its operation.