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Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh – Tension gripped the streets of Burhanpur late Tuesday night after a 17-year-old boy posted an Instagram message that many Muslims in the city found offensive to their religion. The incident came on the same day that violence broke out in Nagpur, Maharashtra, where a crowd reacted angrily to rumors of a Quran being burned during a protest calling for the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s tomb in Sambhajinagar. In Burhanpur, hundreds of people took to the roads, upset over the social media post, but police stepped in quickly to stop the situation from turning violent.

A shocking case has shaken the city of Meerut, leaving everyone stunned. In this disturbing incident, a wife teamed up with her lover to murder her husband. After the brutal killing, they hid the husband’s body inside a large drum and sealed the iron lid with cement to cover up their crime. The police have now arrested the accused wife and her lover, putting an end to their sinister plan.

The Trade Marks Registry in India dropped a bombshell on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, when it pulled back its earlier approval for the trademark ‘CHUTIYARAM’ under Class 30 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999. This wasn’t just a small tweak—it was a complete reversal, and it happened fast. Just two weeks ago, the Registry had given the green light to this unusual name, meant for a company selling namkeen and biscuits. But now, they’re saying it was all a big mistake, and people are talking about what went wrong.

On March 18, the Supreme Court once again extended interim protection from arrest to former IAS probationary officer Puja Khedkar, despite the serious fraud allegations against her. This decision, which follows a similar reprieve granted in January, raises concerns about the judiciary’s approach toward individuals accused of manipulating the system for personal gain. While shielding Khedkar, the court turned its scrutiny toward the Delhi Police, questioning why the investigation into her fraudulent OBC and PwD certificates remained incomplete, even when she had assured cooperation in her affidavit.

The sun shone bright on March 17, 2025, as Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA T Raja Singh stood before a buzzing crowd in Maharashtra, his voice cutting through the warm air like a call to action. This wasn’t just another day for him—it was a moment to share a dream that’s been burning in his chest: turning India into a “Hindu Rashtra,” a land where Hindu values light the way. But his eyes were also fixed on something else—a relic of the past he can’t stand to see any longer. He demanded that the tomb of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, sitting quietly in Khuldabad, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, be wiped clean off Maharashtra’s soil, gone for good.

A shocking incident unfolded in Punjab’s Patiala, where an Army officer and his son found themselves in a violent clash with police over something as simple as a parking spot. This wasn’t just a minor disagreement—it turned ugly fast, and the whole thing was caught on camera, leaving people stunned and angry about what happened.

A heartbreaking incident has shaken the town of Muzaffarnagar in Uttar Pradesh, where a man is now battling for his life after consuming poison during a live video. This tragic event follows similar cases reported recently, like those of a Bengaluru techie and a TCS manager, who also took extreme steps due to alleged harassment from their spouses and in-laws. The situation in Muzaffarnagar has left many in shock, as it highlights a growing pattern of distress among men facing such circumstances.

In the bustling town of Sambhal, a statement from Circle Officer (CO) Anuj Chaudhary has sparked quite a conversation among the locals and beyond. On a regular Thursday, this dedicated officer stepped forward to share his thoughts ahead of the much-loved Holi festival, which this year happens to fall on the same day as the Friday prayers during Ramzan. With a calm and steady voice, he suggested that those who might not enjoy getting splashed with Holi colors should consider staying indoors on that special day. It’s a practical idea, really—why step out if the vibrant powders and water fights aren’t your thing?

Chandubhai Virani’s story is one that captures the heart and inspires the mind. From a life of struggle and hardship, he carved out an empire worth crores, starting with nothing but his grit and determination. His journey wasn’t a smooth ride—it was filled with bumps, twists, and turns. Imagine a young man doing odd jobs, facing setbacks, and still dreaming big. That’s Chandubhai for you. His path to success shows what it means to keep going, no matter how tough things get.

Nishant Tripathi, a 41-year-old man from Mumbai, made a heartbreaking choice to end his life in a hotel room on February 28. The tragedy unfolded at the Sahara Hotel in Vile Parle, a busy area of the city, where he had been staying for a short time. According to the details that came to light, Tripathi had checked into the hotel just three days earlier, looking for a quiet escape, perhaps to gather his thoughts or find some peace. But what happened next left everyone in shock. The hotel staff, growing worried after not hearing from him, decided to take action. They knocked on his door repeatedly, but there was no answer. With no response and a "Do Not Disturb" sign hanging outside, they finally used a master key to get inside. What they found was devastating—Tripathi had taken his own life, his body hanging lifelessly from a hook in the room.