Arvind Kejriwal claimed those opposing 'Sundarkand' recitation have 'demonic tendencies' and vowed punishment for those who 'looted Lord Ram's home'. BJP called it a 'political gimmick'.
Arvind Kejriwal alleged a cover-up in the Ayodhya Ram temple donation theft case, demanding harsh punishment. He announced a nationwide signature campaign seeking strict action against those involved, calling the incidents a 'robbery' and criticizing the system for protecting the accused.
UK ministers are developing plans for legally binding debt targets for water companies to prevent failures like Thames Water. Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds is proposing measures to cap company debt, with potential legal penalties for non-compliance. This initiative coincides with proposals to bring water services under public control.
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia believes his team has gained millions of new supporters after Donald Trump's intervention to overturn Folarin Balogun's red card. Despite facing Spain in the quarter-finals, Garcia is confident, highlighting Romelu Lukaku as a key weapon.
An 11-year-old girl found dead in a pond in Baruipur, West Bengal, was sexually abused and brutalized before being thrown alive into the water, according to an autopsy report. Authorities are seeking capital punishment for the three prime suspects charged under gangrape and murder sections.
A court in eastern China has sentenced former official Yang Youlin to death for accepting over 2.2 billion yuan (US$323.8 million) in bribes. The sentence, one of the harshest for economic crimes in recent years, also includes lifelong political rights deprivation and asset confiscation.
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari promised capital punishment for the perpetrators of a "heinous crime" involving the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Baruipur. Three arrests have been made, with further investigations ongoing. The CM also alluded to political instigation behind recent incidents of mob lynching and vandalism.
Sweden grapples with escalating gang violence and youth recruitment into organized crime. While the government pushes for tougher penalties, organizations like Fryshuset focus on early intervention, education, and social support as alternative prevention strategies.
Serena Williams made a return to Wimbledon after a four-year absence, evoking a sense of disbelief and reverence from the crowd. Despite her familiar movements, the match felt strange, highlighting the passage of time and her age. Williams' competitive spirit was evident even in defeat, as she pushed her young opponent to the brink.
Newly released police bodycam footage shows former NFL reporter Dianna Russini's account of a January traffic stop in Ridgewood, NJ, differs from a previous story she told. Russini, who resigned from The Athletic after photos with Mike Vrabel surfaced, claimed she used her phone for breaking news and showed the officer texts from Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell to get out of a ticket.
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed dismay at the rising global number of executions, warning against renewed debate on the death penalty and calling it a fight for human dignity. He noted that last year saw the highest execution level since 1981, with 2,707 people executed in 17 countries.
An eyewitness describes the brutal murder of Mayank Lohar, 21, on a Mumbai local train. An altercation over closing a compartment door during heavy rain escalated when Roshan Suvarna, appearing intoxicated, stabbed Lohar. The witness recounts the ensuing chaos, Suvarna brandishing a knife, and Lohar's death before reaching Borivli station.
Mayank Lohar, 21, was brutally murdered on a local train in Virar after an altercation. His family, friends, and neighbours gathered for his funeral, demanding the death penalty for the accused. The incident has prompted a security audit and calls for action against the accused's family.
Former Trump adviser John Bolton pleaded guilty to illegally retaining classified information, striking a deal with prosecutors that includes a $2 million fine and community service. He may avoid prison time, but the judge will decide his final sentence on Oct. 28. Bolton's attorney contrasted his client's accountability with Donald Trump's.
Pooja Goyal, mother of accused Siya Goyal, publicly demanded stringent punishment for her daughter if found guilty in the alleged murder of businessman Ketan Agarwal, stating the law must take its course. Police allege Siya conspired with Chetan Chaudhary to kill Ketan after deciding against marriage.
Jude Bellingham faced scrutiny during England's draw with Ghana for covering his mouth while speaking to Jordan Ayew, a move potentially punishable under FIFA's new rule. However, the exchange was deemed non-confrontational, unlike Miguel Almirón's red card incident. Bellingham also had a separate heated exchange with Ghana's coaching staff.
Fifty years after Gregg v. Georgia reinstated the death penalty, a Marshall Project analysis reveals its dysfunction. Fewer than 20% of death sentences result in execution, with cases often dragging on for decades. Racial disparities persist, and outcomes remain arbitrary, leading to calls for abolition.
UK faces rising threats from foreign states targeting critics and dissidents with violence, intimidation, and coercion. Diaspora communities report inadequate responses from authorities, leading to fear and insecurity.
With Christian Pulisic injured, USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino faces tactical decisions for the Australia match. Options include Gio Reyna, Brenden Aaronson, Tim Weah, or shifting midfielders like Malik Tillman, as the team balances player fitness with securing Group D control.
With Christian Pulisic injured, USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino faces tactical decisions for the Australia match. Options include starting Gio Reyna, Brenden Aaronson, Tim Weah, or shifting Malik Tillman deeper, all while managing player fitness in the new 48-team World Cup format.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced his opposition to the death penalty, citing a lack of deterrence and concerns about fairness. The Republican governor, nearing the end of his second term, urged the state legislature to repeal the 1981 statute or put the issue to a public vote, despite opposition from within his party.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, a Republican, has reversed his long-held stance and publicly called for the abolition of the death penalty in the state, citing a lack of deterrent effect on violent crime. Despite his position, legislative repeal faces strong opposition.
A stepfather is on trial accused of murdering a two-year-old boy in Coffs Harbour, NSW, in May 2022. The defence argues the death was a tragedy but not a murder, as no one admitted to assaulting the child. The prosecution claims the injuries, including a catastrophic brain injury, fractured pelvis, and fractured rib, were due to non-accidental head trauma inflicted by the accused during discipline.
Liu Xiuhong, from Jiangxi, China, was reunited with her birth family 22 years after running away at age nine. Fearing punishment for breaking a shower gel bottle, she fled and was adopted. Now 31, she used police and volunteer help to find her original family.
