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A Bhopal family faces a grim dilemma: claim their daughter's body or pursue a second post-mortem amid decomposition fears. Twisha Sharma, 33, was found dead five months after her wedding. Her parents suspect foul play and demand an independent autopsy, but the mortuary's limited preservation facilities raise concerns about vital evidence.

India and Italy elevated their bilateral ties to a Special Strategic Partnership, focusing on AI, space, and innovation. Meanwhile, Kerala's new cabinet ministers were assigned portfolios, and the WHO warned of a high local Ebola risk in Congo and Uganda, though the global threat remains low. Disturbing reports from Afghanistan reveal families selling daughters due to extreme poverty.

Twisha Sharma's family will petition the Jabalpur High Court to cancel her mother-in-law's anticipatory bail and seek a re-postmortem. They allege harassment and dowry demands, citing a viral audio and uninvestigated phone numbers. The Chief Minister assured the family of government support and a potential CBI probe.

A remarkable paleontological find occurred in 1838 when New Jersey farm labourers unearthed colossal bones while digging for marl. These fossils, later identified as Hadrosaurus foulkii, provided the first mostly complete North American dinosaur skeleton. This discovery revolutionised scientific understanding, proving these creatures were bipedal, not lumbering lizards, and highlighting the rich prehistoric life hidden beneath our feet.

Modern technology has revealed a Roman physician among Pompeii's victims, discovered in the Garden of Fugitives. Scans of a plaster cast uncovered a sophisticated medical kit, including surgical tools and coins, indicating his attempt to save himself and his patients. This discovery offers a deeply personal glimpse into the tragedy of Mount Vesuvius' eruption.

For three decades, Rajesh Ravichandran has dug graves, inheriting the work from his father within the marginalized vettiyan community. Despite facing social discrimination and lacking permanent jobs, pensions, or safety gear, these workers perform a vital, yet stigmatized, service, often exposed to severe health risks.

An accidental discovery in 1748 unearthed Pompeii, a Roman city preserved by volcanic ash. This find revolutionized archaeology, revealing intact streets and homes. The eruption preserved the city, offering a unique glimpse into ancient Roman urban life and its people. The excavation sparked a cultural shift, influencing art and design across Europe.

Indian police are increasingly encountering murder suspects who allegedly draw inspiration from crime thrillers for their cover-ups. Recent cases across multiple states reveal accused individuals attempting to hide bodies, destroy evidence, and mislead investigations using tactics seemingly borrowed from popular films and series, highlighting a disturbing trend.