Ahmedabad cracks down on child begging ahead of 2030 Commonwealth Games

IANS | June 24, 2026 1:40 PM

Ahmedabad, June 24 (IANS) As Ahmedabad steps up preparations to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games and bolster India's bid for the 2036 Olympic Games, city authorities have launched an intensive campaign against child begging and street exploitation aiming at enhancing child welfare, improving urban safety and ensuring cleaner public spaces, in line with the city's efforts to project a positive image ahead of major international sporting events.

Hoodie during Lohagad fort trek in searing heat: Vital CCTV clue that solved Pune man's murder by fiancée

IANS | June 24, 2026 1:17 PM

New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) A case that initially appeared to be a tragic trekking accident at Lohagad Fort near Pune but later emerged as a chilling murder conspiracy was solved with the help of crucial CCTV footage. Investigators credit an unusual detail seen in the CCTV footage, a man wearing a hoodie in 33-degree Celsius temperature during a challenging trek, for helping them crack the case.

Bhagwant Mann video row: Gurugram Police arrest two for forcing 'tailored' forensic report; BJP says state-sponsored cover-up

IANS | June 24, 2026 10:32 AM

New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday alleged that a major conspiracy to manipulate forensic evidence has been exposed following the arrest of two men by Gurugram Police in connection with a complaint filed by a forensic expert, who claimed that senior Punjab Police officials had attempted to influence the preparation of a forensic report related to an "objectionable" video clip allegedly featuring Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.