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A 45-year-old man, Rambali Rajwar, died at Ranchi’s Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences after being brutally beaten by residents of Piparwar, Chatra, on suspicion of child-lifting. Police have launched a probe into the mob lynching incident

Bengaluru police registered an FIR against actor Ranveer Singh for alleged insult to religious sentiments over a stage performance at IFFI Goa, following a court-referred complaint claiming he mocked the Bhoota Kola tradition and Chavundi Daiva, with videos sparking outrage 

Twenty-six schools in Chandigarh received bomb threat emails, prompting evacuation and anti-sabotage checks. No explosives were found. Police registered an FIR and launched a cyber investigation, while authorities urged calm and warned against spreading panic among students and parents

Animal rights activists allege nearly 100 stray dogs were killed in Nagarkurnool district, taking Telangana’s toll to 1,200 since December. Police registered FIRs against panchayat-linked persons as investigations continue into illegal culling and relocation of dogs

Uttar Pradesh police registered eight FIRs in Varanasi over alleged AI-generated and misleading social media posts about Manikarnika Ghat redevelopment. Authorities accused individuals and X handles of spreading false visuals, hurting religious sentiments, and disturbing social harmony during the ongoing beautification project

The Supreme Court is set to hear on January 19 the plea of Madhya Pradesh minister Kunwar Vijay Shah challenging a high court order directing the registration of an FIR against him for using offensive language against Indian Army officer Col Sofiya Qureshi. Shah has expressed regret over his remarks. The top court had earlier reprimanded him for not placing a public apology on record

Pathanamthitta police booked Youth Congress leader Fenin Ninan for allegedly revealing a victim’s identity linked to expelled MLA Rahul Mamkootathil’s arrest. Ninan denies wrongdoing, plans legal challenge, while the victim alleges selective chat leaks to mislead the public

Iskcon Mayapur authorities warned devotees and tourists against fake websites offering fraudulent accommodation bookings. An FIR has been filed after several visitors were cheated through convincing online portals, prompting appeals to use only the official booking website

Police registered an FIR against BJP MLA Janardhana Reddy and 10 others after violent clashes over banner installation ahead of a Valmiki statue unveiling in Ballari. One person was killed, several injured, and security was intensified as investigations continue

Janshakti Janta Dal chief Tej Pratap Yadav filed a police complaint alleging threats to his life from expelled party spokesperson Santosh Renu Yadav. An FIR has been registered, and enhanced security has been requested as the matter is under investigation

In Kanpur, four private school staff, including the director and principal, have been booked for allegedly mentally harassing an eight-year-old boy over a stolen pen accusation. The child displayed distress, writing “Help” at home; police are investigating

A passenger at Delhi airport, Ankit Dewan, alleged assault by off-duty Air India Express pilot Virender Sejwal, resulting in a displaced nasal bone. Police have registered a case under BNS 2023, and an investigation, including CCTV review, is underway

Authorities launched an investigation after an unidentified drone was spotted over the airstrip of Nagpur-based defence manufacturer Solar Industries. Police filed an FIR, searched nearby villages, and involved intelligence agencies, but no leads have emerged so far

Three 16-year-old girls were allegedly abducted in separate incidents in Ballia district. Police have registered FIRs against the accused in two cases, while one girl remains missing and a case against unknown persons is underway

A woman constable, Minakshi Sharma, has been detained for allegedly killing Inspector Arun Kumar Rai at Kathaund police station in Jalaun. Initially suspected as suicide, the case is under investigation with forensic and CCTV analysis underway

In Sonbhadra, a woman filed a case against her husband and seven relatives, alleging triple talaq, dowry harassment, assault, and eviction from their home. Authorities registered an FIR against all eight, including her husband and in-laws, following the complaint

The ACB has booked Manuguru police Sub-Inspector Bathini Rajith for demanding a bribe of Rs 40,000 for issuing station bail to a complainant and his brother. He was arrested based on electronic evidence and will be produced before the court

  An FIR has been filed against filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali in Bikaner after a line producer alleged non-payment, abuse, and threats during the shoot of *Love and War*. The court-directed case includes charges of cheating and criminal breach of trust

Paloncha police registered a zero FIR after a minor adivasi girl was found unconscious near Peddammagudi. The case was booked under BNS and POCSO sections before being transferred to Chintoor police in AP

The Supreme Court restrained Assam Police from taking coercive action against journalist Siddharth Varadarajan over an FIR linked to an article on Operation Sindoor. The court issued notice on a plea challenging BNS Section 152, which criminalises acts endangering India’s sovereignty