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A 40-year-old tea shop owner in Doddaballapur was fatally attacked by a customer after demanding payment of an outstanding Rs 200 bill. The accused, angered by the refusal of further credit, used a wooden log to assault the owner before fleeing. Customers present, aware of the accused's violent past, did not intervene.

Karnataka Youth Congress will protest at Raj Bhavan on May 21 over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, demanding accountability from the Centre. Senior Congress leaders will join the march, supporting students affected by the controversy and urging no re-examination in unaffected states.

Kannada film industry mourns the sudden passing of actor and producer Dileep Raj, aged 47, following a cardiac arrest. Colleagues, including Shilpa Manjunath and Rishab Shetty, have shared heartfelt tributes, remembering his talent, versatility, and kind nature. Raj, known for films like ‘Milana’ and ‘U Turn,’ leaves behind a legacy of memorable performances and a respected presence in the industry.

Ranchi's district administration has taken a bold step to transform the educational landscape by implementing an online lottery, which has successfully admitted more than 600 children from underprivileged families into private schools under the 25% RTE quota for the 2026-27 session.

Event in Shivamogga; schools to cost ₹3.5 crore each; toppers to be felicitated

Ranchi's penal system is under scrutiny as officials investigate disturbing allegations of sexual exploitation involving a female prisoner and a jailer. The inmate's rejection of these claims adds complexity to the situation, leading the Governor to voice deep concerns about safety protocols and human rights protections.

Panic buying gripped Jamshedpur and Ranchi as social media rumors of fuel shortages and price hikes led to long queues at petrol pumps for days. Authorities have reassured the public about ample supply, urging them to avoid hoarding and use digital platforms to verify information.

A tragic accident claimed the lives of five individuals, including a Lucknow-based medical company officer, his wife, two sons, and their driver, when their car plunged into a 500-meter gorge in Nainital, Uttarakhand. The family was on a religious trip to Kainchi Dham. Rescue efforts were hampered by the treacherous terrain.

Ranchi's district administration is launching a panchayat-level anti-narcotics drive to combat opium cultivation and drug trafficking. Officials are directed to identify drug hotspots, seize assets of smugglers, and monitor individuals involved in cultivation and sale. The initiative aims to make Ranchi a drug-free district through coordinated efforts and citizen cooperation.

Jharkhand's Census 2027 house-listing phase begins Saturday, following a successful self-enumeration period. Nearly 77,000 enumerators will conduct physical verification, asking 33 questions digitally. Ranchi, East Singhbhum, and Hazaribag lead in self-enumeration. Citizens are urged to provide accurate data for effective government schemes, with all information kept confidential.

In the heart of Ranchi, the streets transformed into a frenzy as residents rushed to fuel stations amidst a significant rise in petrol prices. The rush overwhelmed retail outlets, leading to some selling up to three times their regular amounts.

Panic buying gripped Ranchi as fuel prices surged, leading to massive queues at petrol pumps and several outlets running out of stock. Despite assurances from officials, residents resorted to filling tanks due to fears of an impending crisis, exacerbating the shortage.

Unidentified persons allegedly attacked the woman with a cement block while entering a rented room in Shantinagar

Ranchi's district administration is launching a panchayat-level anti-narcotics drive to combat opium cultivation and drug trafficking. Officials have been directed to identify drug hotspots, seize assets of smugglers, and inspect medical outlets. The initiative aims to protect the younger generation and make Ranchi a drug-free district through coordinated efforts and citizen cooperation.

Ringworm strain discovered here in 2020 has spread everywhere and is silently colonising patches of skin