Ashutosh Kumar

Jaipur should become model for state, court says

In a significant ruling, the Gauhati High Court has instructed the Assam government to compile and present a comprehensive report regarding the execution of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS). The court's objective is to ascertain whether Anganwadi centres are properly established in compliance with population guidelines and whether nutritional assistance is effectively reaching at-risk women and children.

Tragedy struck Ramgarh as two schoolboys, aged 12 and 13, drowned in the Damodar river while bathing on Sunday. Their families believed they were playing football. A third friend was rescued by onlookers after the trio lost control in the strong current. The bodies of the deceased were later recovered downstream.

In a heartwarming display of medical excellence, the team at Sahibganj Sadar Hospital's special newborn care unit triumphed after meticulously caring for a precious infant born weighing only 780 grams. Against all odds, this tiny fighter spent 55 days in the NICU, where the dedicated staff employed their 'cluster care' techniques to combat multiple life-threatening complications.

Researchers at IIT Patna have unveiled a groundbreaking AI-enhanced helmet designed to spot early signs of dementia in the elderly. This revolutionary device employs advanced smart sensors and TinyML technology to monitor brain activity, providing an economical and easily accessible option compared to conventional imaging techniques. By handling data processing on-site, it minimizes dependence on cloud computing.

HPBOSE Class 12 Result 2026 has been declared, showing an improved overall pass percentage and strong performance across Arts, Commerce, and Science streams. Toppers across all streams scored between 97% and 99%, with Kangra district leading the merit lists. Girls dominated most top ranks, while government and rural schools also performed strongly. The Arts stream emerged as the highest-scoring, followed by intense competition in Commerce and Science streams.

Petition Alleges Ecological Harm & Lack of Field Verification

In a significant legal development, the Guwahati High Court has mandated that the Assam government, along with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, submit a response within four weeks regarding petitions that accuse them of promoting hate speeches targeting minority groups. The court has combined three public interest litigations, with attorneys emphasizing the CM's contentious statements made despite previous warnings.

Ashutosh Niranjan Is New Transport Commissioner

Meerut police have registered an FIR against two individuals for allegedly duping a man into signing bail papers for a notorious gangster. The victim, Mohd Anwar, was promised an easy loan in 2018 but was unknowingly made to secure bail for gangster Udham Singh. Singh, with over 50 cases, was recently released after four years in jail.

Three robbers, who met and planned their heist in Giridih jail, were apprehended in Ranchi after executing a jewellery store robbery. The trio, armed and masked, made off with valuables worth lakhs. They revealed their jailhouse planning during interrogation, having met while serving time for similar charges. Police recovered weapons and vehicles.

In a significant crackdown on a clandestine sex trafficking ring, Garhwa officials detained 28 suspects, notably including five schoolgirls. The operation led to the closure of three hotels linked to the activities. While the majority of the detainees were adults who now face criminal charges, the schoolgirls were safely released after questioning.

Garhwa has witnessed a significant law enforcement breakthrough as police dismantled a sex racket, rounding up 28 individuals, including five schoolgirls, and shutting down three implicated hotels. Though the girls were let go after thorough questioning, six adults now find themselves behind bars, and six additional suspects are under investigation.

In a major development in the singer Zubeen Garg's death case, the Gauhati High Court has appointed Sharmila Bhuyan, District Judge of Baksa, to preside over an exclusive fast-track sessions court to conduct day-to-day trial proceedings of the case.