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A woman employee was filmed attacking and throwing ink at the General Manager of a Maruti Suzuki showroom in Chhattisgarh. The woman reportedly accused GM Ankit Anand of harassment, including obscene messages and inappropriate remarks. According to a Dainik Bhaskar report, the incident occurred on May 22 at Chauhan Automobiles in Bhilai, Durg district. It unfolded after a policeman arrived at the Maruti Suzuki showroom following the woman employee’s complaint. Footage that is being widely shared online shows a cop entering the Maruti showroom, followed closely by the General Manager, Ankit Anand. As the two entered the showroom, the aggrieved woman threw ink at the GM’s face. The video shows the policeman trying to intervene, but the woman continued attacking and slapping the GM. Satyaprakash Tiwari, CSP of Bhilai Nagar, said that the woman employee, Amrita Singh, had filed a written complaint against Ankit Anand, CEO of Chauhan Automobiles. The complaint alleged that he had repeatedly sent obscene messages and harassed her, according to a report. After the woman’s complaint gained wider attention, three to four other employees also came forward to accuse the GM. An investigation has been launched based on the woman’s complaint. Given the gravity of the situation, the case is being investigated by CSP-level officers.

In an effort to ensure peaceful Bakrid celebrations and maintain communal harmony, members of the Muslim community in Hassan district have decided not to purchase cattle, cows, or buffaloes during this year’s Eid-ul-Adha festival. As part of the move, Muslim leaders participated in the weekly livestock fair held on Tuesday and appealed to community members to refrain from buying animals for the festival. A leader of the Muslim federation said the decision was taken as a precautionary measure to avoid controversy or disturbances during the celebrations. Referring to the cow slaughter ban in force in Karnataka, the leader stated that the community would respect the existing legal framework and would not violate the law. At the same time, he urged the government to reconsider the ban. Several community leaders and members, including Hassan District Chief Union head Amir Jan, were present during the appeal. Meanwhile, the decision has reportedly brought livestock trade in the district to a standstill, leaving farmers and cattle rearers distressed over unsold animals ahead of the festival season. The annual cattle market, which usually witnesses heavy business before Bakrid, remained largely deserted. Farmers alleged that they were facing severe financial losses due to the sudden drop in demand. A group of protesting farmers gathered at the market area and demanded intervention from the district administration. They warned of further agitation, including a possible sit-in protest outside the Deputy Commissioner’s office along with their livestock, if the situation is not resolved. Police and local administration officials are closely monitoring the developments. However, no official statement has yet been issued by the district administration regarding the matter. The situation remains tense ahead of the festival, with efforts reportedly underway to prevent further escalation.

Police arrested a rowdy-sheeter from a church in KGF town while he was attending his daughter’s wedding, following allegations that he threatened a police officer during an attempted arrest. The accused, identified as Stanley, had reportedly been externed to Kalaburagi district from KGF limits but was granted temporary permission to attend the wedding. The incident took place on May 17 at St. Joseph’s Church under the Andersonpet police station limits, though details of the case emerged later. According to police, a team led by PSI Manjunath arrived at the church to arrest Stanley in connection with a case involving alleged threatening calls. During the confrontation, Stanley allegedly challenged the officer and issued verbal threats. Police said the accused also made provocative remarks toward the PSI during the exchange. Despite the tense situation, the police team proceeded with the arrest while the wedding ceremony was underway. Family members of the accused later alleged that the police harassed Stanley and his relatives during the operation. Police have registered cases against Stanley on charges of allegedly threatening and attempting to obstruct police officers from discharging their duties. He was later produced before a court and remanded to judicial custody. A heavy police presence was deployed around the church during the operation. Further investigation is underway.

A 45-year-old Indian woman from Gujarat was shot dead during a suspected robbery attempt at a supermarket in the United States, leaving her family and local community in shock. The victim has been identified as Meghnaben Patel, who had reportedly been working at the supermarket in Virginia for the last 10 years. According to her family, Meghnaben originally belonged to Jantral village in Visnagar district of Gujarat’s Mehsana region. Her parents, Karsanbhai Patel and Kapilaben, still live in the village. The incident has also sparked strong reactions online after disturbing CCTV footage from inside the store went viral on social media. According to reports, the incident took place inside a near-empty supermarket where Meghnaben was present at the counter. The viral CCTV footage allegedly shows a person wearing animal-print track pants and a grey jacket entering the store with his face covered. The culprit is then seen walking towards the counter and speaking briefly with Meghnaben. A few moments later, the suspect allegedly puts his hand inside his pocket, pulls out a gun and opens fire at close range. The woman collapses after being shot. The attacker is then seen climbing over the counter and allegedly firing again before fleeing from the supermarket. The footage also shows items falling on the floor as the suspect escapes from the scene. After receiving information about the shooting, local police immediately reached the supermarket, sealed the area and began an investigation. Authorities have also formed special teams to identify and arrest the accused. Officials have not yet confirmed whether the shooting was linked only to robbery or if there may have been another motive behind the attack. The investigation is currently ongoing. Meghnaben Patel is survived by her husband, Upendrabhai Patel, and their two children, daughter Nakshiben and son Smith. Her death has deeply affected her family members both in India and in the United States. Residents of her native village in Gujarat also expressed sadness after hearing about the incident involving a woman who had spent many years working abroad to support her family. The viral CCTV footage quickly spread online and drew strong reactions from users across social media platforms. Many users expressed grief and concern over the safety of immigrants working overseas. One user called the incident heartbreaking and said Meghnaben had simply been trying to earn an honest living. Some users questioned whether the attack was linked to robbery, while others speculated about possible personal disputes. However, police have not officially confirmed any motive so far. Several comments also criticised rising violent crime and safety concerns in the United States. At the same time, some social media posts contained hateful and racist remarks targeting communities and groups. No evidence has been released by investigators supporting such claims, and authorities have not identified the suspect publicly. Police officials are continuing to examine CCTV footage and collect evidence from the supermarket. The case has once again raised discussions online about the safety of workers, especially immigrants employed in late-night retail and convenience stores abroad. Further details are expected after police complete more questioning and forensic examination connected to the shooting.

A 29-year-old woman was found hanging at her in-laws’ residence in Lucknow’s Thakurganj area on Monday morning, triggering allegations of dowry harassment and murder from her family members. The deceased, identified as Shweta Singh, lived in Kashi Vihar Colony in Thakurganj. Police have taken the body into custody and initiated an investigation into the incident. According to family members, Shweta had married Shivam Singh on November 22, 2025. Shivam, a resident of Kashi Vihar, reportedly works at a private laboratory. Shweta’s parental family also resides in the Vishwanagar Malhai Tola area of Thakurganj. Relatives alleged that disputes had started within days of the marriage and accused the in-laws of repeatedly pressuring Shweta over dowry demands. Shweta’s father, Umesh Kumar Singh, alleged that his daughter had been unhappy after marriage and was subjected to continuous mental and physical harassment by her in-laws. The family claimed expensive items and dowry were repeatedly demanded from Shweta after the wedding. Her brother, Ashutosh Singh, said their mother, Savita Singh, is currently admitted to a private hospital due to illness. According to him, Shweta had visited the hospital on Saturday night to meet her mother before returning to her in-laws’ house. The family said they received a call from Shweta’s in-laws around 11 am on Sunday informing them that she had allegedly died by suicide. According to the family, by the time they reached the house, Shweta’s body had already been taken down from the noose and shifted to the KGMU Trauma Centre. Family members claimed the body was moved before their arrival in an attempt to destroy evidence. Shweta’s sister, Jyoti Singh, said she had spoken to her over the phone on Sunday morning and that Shweta had not mentioned being under any stress or emotional distress during the conversation. The family has demanded strict action against the in-laws and alleged that Shweta was killed over dowry-related harassment. Based on a complaint filed by Umesh Kumar Singh, Thakurganj Police has registered a case under dowry death charges. Police officials said a post-mortem examination is being conducted and further investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death is underway.

A video of a stray dog wandering freely inside a passenger lounge at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Shamshabad has set off a wave of anger on social media, with travellers and netizens questioning how an animal managed to breach the secured interiors of one of India’s largest airports. The footage, which began circulating on X on Tuesday, May 26, shows the dog perched on a table and helping itself to food left behind by passengers. The clip drew hundreds of comments, with many pointing to what they described as a failure of basic hygiene and security protocols at the facility. Airport operator GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited acknowledged the incident and said it has been working with the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) to address the stray dog problem on the premises. In a statement, the operator said GHMC teams have been conducting regular removal drives at the airport and that 21 stray dogs have been dealt with since January this year. It added that waste management protocols have been tightened across all service providers operating within the terminal. The response, however, did little to settle public frustration. Several users online noted that an animal reaching the inside of a passenger lounge, past multiple layers of entry and screening, raises questions that go beyond routine pest control. The airport, which handled over 2.9 crore passengers in the last financial year, has not clarified how the dog entered the area. Hyderabad has been grappling with a wider stray dog crisis, with an estimated 4.70 lakh strays across the core urban region and civic authorities struggling to keep pace with the problem.

An Air India staff bus was completely gutted after it caught fire on the Outer Ring Road (ORR) near Pedda Amberpet on Tuesday. According to preliminary reports, the bus was travelling from the Shamshabad Airport workshop to Auto Nagar for routine servicing when a suspected short circuit triggered a fire. The flames reportedly spread rapidly, engulfing the vehicle within minutes. The driver and cleaner managed to notice the fire in time and jumped out of the moving bus, escaping without injuries. The bus was completely destroyed in the incident. Further details regarding the cause of the fire are awaited.

Tensions have emerged in Hassan ahead of Eid-ul-Adha (Bakrid) as livestock trade reportedly came to a standstill after buyers did not turn up at local markets, leaving farmers distressed over unsold cattle. The annual cattle market, which typically sees heavy activity during the festival season, remained largely deserted. Farmers said they were facing significant financial losses as animals remained unsold just days before the festival. Protesting farmers gathered at the market and raised slogans, demanding intervention from the district administration. They warned of further agitation, including a possible sit-in protest outside the Deputy Commissioner’s office with their livestock, if the issue is not resolved. Some farmers alleged that the situation has severely affected their livelihoods, especially as they depend heavily on seasonal demand during Bakrid. Local police and administrative officials are monitoring the situation. However, there has been no official statement from the district administration so far. The situation remains tense ahead of the festival, with efforts reportedly underway to address the deadlock.

A car veered off the road and fell into a roadside drain after the driver lost control while attempting to give way to a vehicle approaching from behind. All passengers escaped unhurt. The incident occurred around noon on Tuesday near Peraje along the Mani–Mysuru highway. According to eyewitnesses, the car was being driven erratically and swerving across the road. A two-wheeler rider following the vehicle reportedly captured the reckless driving on camera. In an attempt to give way to a tempo traveller approaching from behind, the driver lost control of the vehicle. The car first hit the roadside drain and then came to a halt after its front portion reportedly struck the rear of the tempo traveller. Officials said all occupants of the car escaped without injuries. The front portion of the car was damaged, while the tempo traveller also sustained minor damage. The identity of the car owner has not yet been confirmed. Further investigation is underway.

In a case that remained unsolved for four months, police have identified a 26-year-old married woman whose partially burnt body was found in a forest in Turuvekere taluk. Her 53-year-old alleged lover has been arrested in connection with the murder. The woman, Shweta (26), was reported missing on January 28 after her husband lodged a complaint with the local police. Shortly after, a partially burnt female body was recovered from the Anchihatti forest area in Turuvekere taluk. Due to severe burn injuries, identification was initially not possible. Police collected DNA samples from the remains and later matched them with the victim’s mother, confirming the identity as Shweta. Further investigation of call detail records reportedly revealed frequent contact with a 53-year-old man, Bhanuprakash, who was subsequently taken into custody. During interrogation, the accused allegedly confessed to the crime. Police said the accused and the victim were in a relationship, and he suspected her of being in contact with another man, which led to a fatal altercation. According to investigators, he allegedly killed her, transported the body to the forest, and set it on fire in an attempt to destroy evidence. The accused has been arrested and is currently in judicial custody. Further legal proceedings are underway.

A police officer reportedly snatched a mobile phone from a biker who was seen using it while riding on a public road. The incident comes amid ongoing efforts by authorities to curb distracted driving, which is considered a major cause of road accidents. Officials have repeatedly warned that using mobile phones while riding or driving is a punishable offence and poses a serious risk to road safety. While some may view the officer’s action as strict, such enforcement measures are often taken to deter violations and improve safety on busy roads.

Chaos erupted at an SSC GD examination centre in Prayagraj during the second shift after a large number of candidates reportedly exceeded the venue’s capacity, leading to overcrowding and mismanagement. The situation quickly escalated into unrest among students, with confusion and disruption reported at the centre. Police and local authorities later reached the spot to bring the situation under control and manage the crowd. Further details regarding the incident and any corrective measures are awaited.

A reckless bike stunt on Pune’s busy Navle Bridge ended in a serious accident after the rider reportedly lost control and crashed into the rear of a moving truck. The incident, captured on video and widely circulated on social media, shows the rider allegedly performing dangerous stunts on the bridge moments before the collision. According to reports, the impact of the crash was severe, and the rider sustained serious injuries. The video has sparked concern online, with many users condemning stunt riding on busy roads and calling for stricter enforcement of traffic safety rules. Authorities are expected to review the incident and take appropriate action.

Two women were killed and seven others injured when iron shuttering plates collapsed at an under-construction langar hall at Gurdwara Shaheed Ganj Baba Deep Singh Ji on Sunday. Preet Inder Singh, ACP (south), said a group of women was reciting prayers beneath the roof when the structure gave way during "sewa" (voluntary service) for the new hall around noon. Police identified the victims as Rajrani and Kulwinder Kaur. Among the injured, one remains in critical condition while another is a minor. The ACP said police personnel, assisted by devotees and sewadars, rushed the victims to the hospital. He added that legal action will be initiated following investigation. Harjinder Singh Dhami, president, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), expressed his deep condolences to the bereaved families. He said strong winds caused the shuttering plates to slip from the roof's framework. Dhami said construction and service work were being managed to accommodate the heavy Sunday footfall. He visited the injured at Sri Guru Ramdas Ji Hospital, where the SGPC is providing medical treatment free of charge.

In an incident at the Raybag bus stand in Belagavi district, members of the public allegedly thrashed two women suspected of attempting to snatch a gold chain. The suspects are believed to be part of a gang from Miraj, Maharashtra. According to sources, the suspects were attempting to snatch a chain when alert commuters caught them red-handed. Members of the public immediately overpowered them and allegedly assaulted them on the spot. Following the incident, a case was registered at the Raybag Police Station. Police have launched an investigation to identify the gang and determine whether they were involved in similar crimes in the area. Further details are awaited.

A non-resident Gujarati woman from Mehsana district was shot dead in the United States in an incident that preliminary reports suggest may have been linked to a robbery attempt. The victim has been identified as Meghna Patel, a native of Jantral village in Vijapur taluka. She had reportedly been living in the US with her family. According to initial information, an unidentified man allegedly entered a store and opened fire on Meghna Patel, leaving her critically injured. She later succumbed to her injuries. CCTV footage of the incident has also surfaced. The video reportedly shows a man entering the store posing as a customer. He was seen wearing a tracksuit, jacket, gloves, a face mask and a hat. The footage further suggests that the suspect briefly interacted with Meghna Patel before allegedly opening fire within seconds. He was later seen taking an item from a table before fleeing the scene. Preliminary findings indicate that the shooting may have been carried out with the intent to commit robbery. Authorities have launched an investigation, and further details are awaited. The incident has once again raised concerns over the safety of Gujaratis living and working abroad, particularly in the United States. A large number of Gujaratis are engaged in businesses such as gas stations, convenience stores and motels, many of which operate late into the night and are often considered vulnerable to robbery-related crimes. Over the past five years, several incidents involving shootings and violent attacks targeting Gujaratis, including store owners, motel operators and young professionals, have been reported from states such as Texas, New York, New Jersey, Illinois and Georgia, intensifying concerns within the community.

A man was arrested in Karnal, Haryana, after allegedly strangling his three-month-old daughter to death and dumping her body in a drain, according to the police. The accused was taken into custody after the child's mother informed police about the incident. The body of the infant was later recovered from the drain in the Char Chaman area during a search operation. According to police, a domestic dispute between the husband and wife is believed to be the motive behind the crime. The child's mother, Anita, said she has two children, including a three-month-old Divyanshi and a three-year-old son. She had been living at her parents' house for the past two months following a dispute with her husband. Speaking to reporters, Anita alleged that her husband, Sonu, arrived at the house in an intoxicated state on Sunday night and began arguing with her. "He came home drunk, snatched my daughter from me, killed her and threw her into the drain. He should be punished. My daughter was only three months old," Anita said. She alleged that Sonu took the child outside after snatching her from her lap. When he returned after some time without the baby, he allegedly told her that he had thrown the child into the drain behind the vegetable market. Shocked by the incident, Anita approached the Civil Lines police station and lodged a complaint on Monday morning. Police then launched a search operation and recovered the infant's body from the drain connected to the Karna Canal. Station House Officer (SHO) Ramlal of Civil Lines police station said police received information that a man had allegedly thrown his three-month-old daughter into a dirty drain. "We conducted a joint operation and solved the case within three to four hours. The accused father has been arrested, and the girl's body has been recovered. The body will now be sent for postmortem examination," the SHO said. He added that the accused was being interrogated and would be produced before a court.

The Banjara Hills Police have booked a 19-year-old delivery executive associated with Zepto for allegedly performing dangerous bike stunts on public roads and posting videos of the acts on social media. The accused, identified as Shadab, was reportedly seen performing reckless motorcycle stunts on KBR Main Road and in the Shamirpet area. Videos of the stunts were later uploaded to Instagram, drawing the attention of police authorities. According to police officials, a case has been registered against the youth under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Motor Vehicles Act for endangering public safety and violating traffic regulations. Police also seized the motorcycle allegedly used in the stunts as part of the investigation. Officials warned youngsters against engaging in reckless riding on public roads, stating that such acts pose serious risks to commuters and pedestrians. Authorities reiterated that strict action would continue against individuals performing dangerous stunts and sharing such content online.

Panic gripped Jayabheri Colony in Kompally after a man allegedly entered an oil shop, attacked the woman owner and attempted to snatch her gold chain. According to local residents, the woman raised an alarm during the incident, drawing the attention of people in the neighbourhood. Responding to her cries for help, residents rushed to the shop and overpowered the accused. They allegedly thrashed him before handing him over to the police. No official statement on the accused's identity or motive was immediately available. The alleged chain-snatching attempt was reportedly captured on closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras installed at the shop. Police have taken up an investigation and are examining the footage as part of the probe. Authorities are expected to verify the sequence of events and determine whether additional charges will be filed against the accused.

An overspeeding car crashed into the compound wall of a house before coming to a halt after hitting an electric pole in Vinayakanagar, Kodipalya near Kengeri, Bengaluru. According to local residents, the driver lost control of the vehicle while speeding through the area. The car first rammed into the compound wall of a nearby house and then struck an electric pole, causing panic among residents. Despite the impact, the driver escaped with only minor injuries. No casualties or injuries to residents were reported in the incident. Police reached the spot and are investigating the cause of the accident. Further details are awaited.