Religion Archive

In a deeply unsettling incident from Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh, a minor girl fell victim to a gangrape that has sparked widespread shock and anger. The police have taken decisive action by arresting five individuals connected to this heinous act, underscoring the severity of the crime. It is particularly distressing to note that among the accused, two are reported to be minors themselves. This detail not only adds a layer of complexity to the case but also raises alarming questions about the influences that lead young individuals down such a dark path.

This past Monday, February 12th, witnessed a significant gathering at the Haldwani Nagar Nigam office. A Muslim Peace Committee engaged in a crucial dialogue with Nainital's Senior Superintendent of Police, Prahlad Narayan Meena, and District Magistrate, Vandana Singh. The assembly was organized shortly after an incident where a group from the Muslim community clashed with local law enforcement and the Haldwani Municipal Corporation. This confrontation occurred following the demolition of a madrasa, which was reportedly built on government land without authorization.

In a tragic incident in Uttar Pradesh's Greater Noida, 19-year-old Mohammad Maz Pathan, along with a 15-year-old minor, was involved in the murder of 16-year-old Vaibhav Singhal. The confrontation that led to Vaibhav's death was over the refusal to delete a girl's photograph from a mobile phone. The crime culminated with Maz disposing of Vaibhav's body in the Khareli canal. The authorities apprehended Maz and his accomplice after an exchange of gunfire in the Dankaur area.

On February 11th, a video emerged online showing Abdul Malik, identified as the instigator of recent disturbances in Haldwani, in a confrontational exchange with the city's Mayor over a disputed piece of land. Malik, apprehended on Sunday, was captured on video challenging the Mayor who had arrived to reclaim the property reportedly encroached upon illegally. The incident also involved the detention of Javed Siddiqui, recognized as the sibling of SP leader Mateen Siddiqui, and Jishan Parvez, a former councillor, both linked to the Haldwani incident.

At the heart of India's bustling capital lies the Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL, VIDP), not just a gateway for millions but also a home to a unique and somewhat bewildering presence within its boundaries. Situated roughly 16 km southwest of New Delhi's city center, this airport isn't just any airport. Named in honor of Indira Gandhi, a pivotal figure in Indian history and former Prime Minister, it stands as the busiest hub in the nation. With the advent of Terminal 3, its capacity has swelled to accommodate 46 million passengers, and projections suggest this number could more than double to 100 million by 2030, making it not only the largest in India but a titan in South Asian aviation.

In Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, a story that reads like fiction has emerged, touching the hearts of many and bringing to light a tale of deceit that preyed upon the deepest emotions of a family. It's a narrative that began 22 years ago and found its way back into the lives of the Singh family under the most unusual circumstances.

In the peaceful town of Shikaripura, nestled within Karnataka's Shivamogga district, a disturbing incident unfolded on the evening of February 6th, shaking the local community to its core. Four Muslim youngsters were involved in a grievous assault on Susheel, a 23-year-old Hindu youth, the heart of this turmoil traced back to a seemingly minor confrontation about bicycle stunts on a public road.

Yesterday, in Uttarakhand's Haldwani, tension escalated when a crowd resorted to stone pelting and arson. This outbreak of violence was in response to the demolition of a madarsa, which was reported to have been built on government land that had been illegally encroached upon. The location of this incident was near the Banbhulpura police station, an area now spotlighted by an ongoing campaign to remove illegal encroachments.

In a significant operation on February 4th, the Delhi Police apprehended a man at the New Delhi Railway Station, who was identified as Riyaz Ahmed. Ahmed, who had recently retired from the Indian Army in January 2023, has been linked to the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), a group notorious for its involvement in terrorism and cross-border arms smuggling.

In a shocking turn of events that unfolded in Lucknow’s Malihabad area, the police have successfully apprehended 70-year-old Lallan Khan, also known by the alias Gabbar Khan, and his son Faraz, following the brutal triple murder of their relatives. The incident, which occurred on the evening of February 2nd, stemmed from a longstanding land dispute, marking a grim chapter in the city's crime history.