The next course of action in the Bhopal taxi strike is expected to be decided on Wednesday after representatives of taxi unions meet Transport Minister Rao Uday Pratap Singh. Taxi operators in the city stopped services from midnight on Tuesday, leaving passengers at railway stations, the airport and other locations struggling to find cabs.

A meeting between transport officials and representatives of the taxi unions was held on Tuesday, but it did not lead to any final solution. Representatives including Nafisuddin, secretary of the Taxi Union Welfare Committee, All India, and Rajesh Kumar Nagale, general secretary of the Bhopal Taxi Drivers Association, attended the discussion along with other union members. The unions said the talks did not settle the issues behind the strike.

The unions will hold a protest at Board Office Square on Wednesday. Taxi drivers are expected to raise their demands during the demonstration, particularly over fare fixation and the functioning of app-based aggregator companies. They are also demanding action against the commercial use of vehicles registered with private number plates.

The union representatives will meet the transport minister after the protest. The discussions are expected to cover the problems being faced by drivers, the need for a regulated taxi fare and complaints regarding aggregator companies. What happens during this meeting will largely decide whether the strike continues in its present form.

The strike has already started affecting passengers in Bhopal. Cab services remained unavailable after midnight on August 18, and people arriving at Bhopal railway station and the airport had difficulty finding taxis. Some passengers turned to autorickshaws and other local transport options.

There were also complaints that some auto drivers were charging higher fares during the disruption. Passengers who were unable to book cabs through regular apps had limited alternatives, particularly those carrying luggage or travelling to destinations farther from the railway station and airport.

For taxi drivers, however, the dispute is about more than the immediate strike. Union representatives have been raising concerns over fares and the terms under which drivers work with aggregator companies. They want the government to intervene and ensure that the rates charged to passengers and the earnings available to drivers remain workable.

The Tuesday meeting with transport officials was seen as an attempt to resolve the issue before the strike affected more passengers, but no agreement was reached. The unions have therefore decided to continue with the planned demonstration and take the matter directly to the transport minister.

The situation remains fluid. If the government gives a concrete assurance on the major demands, the unions could consider ending the strike or changing the form of the protest. If the talks fail to produce a solution, taxi operators may decide to continue the shutdown.

For passengers, the immediate concern is the availability of cabs. With the strike continuing into Wednesday, people travelling to and from Bhopal airport and railway station may have to make alternative arrangements until the unions take a final call after their meeting with the minister.

Bhopal traders have stepped up their protest against the municipal corporation’s notices and sealing action on commercial activities being carried out in residential areas. At a demonstration at Roshanpura Square on Tuesday, traders warned the state government of an indefinite shutdown if the action is not stopped or a clear policy is brought in.

The traders said they have three options for the government — implement the pending master plan, introduce mixed land use on the lines of Gujarat, or stop the municipal corporation’s sealing drive. If no decision is taken, they warned of blocking roads and gheraoing the Chief Minister’s residence. The protest brought together shopkeepers, business owners and, for the first time, a number of beauticians who said their livelihoods could be affected if commercial activities in residential areas are stopped.

Anand Soni, president of the 10 Number Market Traders Federation, said traders should be allowed to continue earning their livelihood and accused the government of putting the jobs of thousands of people at risk. He argued that the situation could have been avoided if Bhopal’s master plan had been updated earlier. The city has been without a new master plan since 2005, according to the claims raised during the protest.

Some traders said they are already dealing with loans and other expenses. Rahul Jain, a businessman from the Housing Board area, questioned why traders were now being targeted when authorities had issued commercial electricity connections, registered properties and collected taxes from them. He said closure of the businesses would directly affect their families and make it difficult to pay school fees and meet other household expenses.

Senior advocate Ehtesham Qureshi, who spoke about the legal background of the issue, said the Supreme Court has passed orders concerning commercial activity in residential areas. He argued that the absence of a new master plan has contributed to the current situation and said the state government could consider measures such as mixed land use and regularisation, subject to the applicable legal framework.

The municipal corporation, meanwhile, has continued issuing notices. A total of 7,158 notices have been issued so far, including 569 issued on Tuesday. The figure stood at 6,589 on Monday. Officials have said properties found to be violating occupancy rules will go through the prescribed process before final orders are issued.

Municipal officials said around 62,000 properties have been identified through the survey where commercial activity is being carried out in residential areas. The survey has now been expanded across the city. Officials are also checking other violations involving construction and land use, with areas around major roads, lanes, rivers, ponds, green belts, buffer zones and catchment areas coming under scrutiny.

The corporation has said notices are being followed by a three-day period in certain cases before further proceedings. After examining the merits of individual cases and hearing the concerned parties, final orders can be issued. Action to remove violations may follow where required.

The issue has created uncertainty among shopkeepers operating from residential buildings in areas including Awadhpuri, Ayodhya Bypass, Gautam Nagar, Ashoka Garden and Lalghati. Some business owners are already looking for alternative commercial locations, worried that their present premises could eventually be sealed.

Bhopal’s master plan issue has also become part of the dispute. The city’s previous master plan was prepared in 1995, while a new plan was expected in 2005. With the city continuing to expand towards areas such as Kolar, Neelbad-Ratibad, Raisen Road and the Narmadapuram-Bhojpur corridor, residential and commercial activities have developed alongside each other in several parts of Bhopal.

For traders, the immediate demand is clear — stop or reconsider the sealing action and provide a workable land-use policy. For the corporation, the issue is now linked to compliance with court directions and planning rules. The dispute is likely to continue as notices are examined and further action is taken across the city.

A 25-year-old garage mechanic died after reportedly drowning while he had gone fishing in the Gondli reservoir’s submerged area in Chhattisgarh’s Balod district on Tuesday. The deceased has been identified as Monu Dewangan, a resident of Bhainsbod village and son of Ramniwas Dewangan. His body was later found floating in the water, following which local residents informed the police.

According to the preliminary information, Monu went to the submerged area of Gondli reservoir at around 10.30 am on Tuesday to catch fish. What happened after that is still being pieced together. Police said he apparently entered or moved into deeper water and drowned. Local people later noticed a body floating upside down in the reservoir and alerted the authorities. Balod police reached the spot after receiving the information and began checking the circumstances surrounding the death.

The police also recovered the deceased’s power axle vehicle from the spot. Initial investigation points towards drowning, but officials have not ruled anything else out until the post-mortem examination is completed. There were no apparent injury marks on the body during the initial inspection, police said. A forensic team was also called to the location as part of the investigation.

Balod SDOP Vinay Kumar Sahu said the family had informed police that Monu had a history of epilepsy. This information is now also being considered while examining how the incident occurred. It is not yet clear whether he suffered any health-related episode before falling into the water or whether he lost his balance while fishing. Police are waiting for the medical examination and post-mortem findings before reaching a final conclusion.

The incident has left the family and people in the village shaken. Monu worked as a garage mechanic and had gone to the reservoir during the morning hours. The area is used by local people for fishing and other activities, but the deeper sections of the reservoir can become dangerous, particularly when a person is alone.

Police have registered a case of unnatural death and started further investigation. Officials are expected to speak with local residents who may have seen Monu near the reservoir before he disappeared. The exact sequence of events will become clearer after these statements are recorded and the post-mortem report is received.

For now, drowning remains the preliminary cause of death. However, investigators are treating the matter carefully because the circumstances immediately before Monu entered the water are not completely clear. The recovered vehicle, statements from witnesses and the forensic and medical findings will form part of the investigation.

The incident also highlights the risks involved in entering deep or unfamiliar sections of reservoirs for fishing, especially without another person nearby. In this case, local residents were the first to notice the body and inform the police. The investigation is continuing, while the family awaits the final medical findings.

 A special tobacco control drive was conducted in Bijapur district on Friday to ensure compliance with the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003.

A joint team comprising personnel from the Kotwali Police, Drug Department and Health Department carried out inspections across the area and took challan action against 12 individuals and establishments for alleged violations of the tobacco control law.

Officials said action was taken under Sections 4 and 6 of the COTPA Act, covering smoking in public places and restrictions related to the sale of tobacco products at prohibited locations.

Action Against COTPA Violations

During the campaign, the joint team inspected locations where tobacco products were being used or sold.

Officials issued challans against 12 people and establishments found allegedly violating provisions of the tobacco control law.

The campaign was aimed at discouraging tobacco use in public places and ensuring that restrictions on tobacco sales are followed.

Tobacco Sales Near Schools, Hospitals Banned

During the inspections, officials also informed shopkeepers and members of the public about the legal restrictions on tobacco products.

They explained that the sale of tobacco products is prohibited in and around schools, colleges, hospitals and other educational and healthcare institutions.

Authorities urged shopkeepers to ensure that tobacco products are not sold in restricted areas.

Selling Tobacco to Minors Is an Offence

The joint team also warned traders against selling tobacco products to people below the age of 18.

Officials said that selling tobacco products to minors and promoting tobacco use among them are offences under the applicable law.

Shopkeepers were advised to check the age of customers and comply with the legal restrictions.

Awareness Alongside Enforcement

The campaign was not limited to challan action. Officials also conducted awareness activities and explained the health risks associated with tobacco consumption.

Residents and shopkeepers were encouraged to follow the provisions of the COTPA Act and avoid activities that could promote tobacco use.

More Drives Planned

The administration said similar enforcement and awareness campaigns will continue in the district.

Officials said violations of tobacco control regulations will be dealt with according to law and urged the public to cooperate with authorities.

The administration also appealed to residents to remain aware of the harmful effects of tobacco and support efforts aimed at reducing tobacco consumption.

The Bilaspur Municipal Corporation on Thursday took action against an allegedly unauthorised construction located dangerously close to an 11 KV high-tension power line, a day after two workers died of electrocution at the site.

The civic team reached the construction site with a bulldozer and began removing the portion of the building that officials said had been constructed in violation of the approved building plan. The action led to a heated argument between the house owner and municipal officials.

The property owner alleged that the Municipal Corporation had approved the building plan and that no prior notice had been served regarding the alleged unauthorised construction. Officials, however, maintained that notices had been issued twice and that construction continued despite the objections.

Two Workers Died in Electrocution

The incident took place in Swarn Jayanti Nagar Colony in Ward No. 19 of Kasturba Nagar, where a house belonging to Anup Singh was under construction.

On Wednesday, two workers, Bhupendra Sahu and Ravi Banjare, reportedly came in contact with an 11 KV high-tension line while working at the site. Both suffered fatal electric shocks and died.

Following the incident, Municipal Commissioner Prakash Kumar Sarve directed officials to remove the alleged unauthorised construction. A letter was also sent to the Senior Superintendent of Police seeking police assistance for the civic action.

Owner Objects to Demolition

When the municipal team arrived at the site with a bulldozer on Thursday, the property owner objected to the demolition.

The owner reportedly argued that the building plan had been approved by the Municipal Corporation and claimed that no objections had been raised by engineers during construction. He also alleged that no notice had been served before the demolition drive.

The dispute between the two sides reportedly escalated into a heated argument at the site.

Corporation Says Plan Was Violated

Municipal Building Officer Anupam Tiwari said the owner had constructed a portion of the building in violation of the sanctioned plan, particularly close to the high-tension line.

According to the corporation, the demolition was limited to the unauthorised portion. Officials said around nine feet of the construction at the front of the house was removed using a bulldozer.

Open Space Was Required

Sub-Engineer Jugal Singh said the approved building plan required open space to be maintained around the structure.

According to him, three metres of space was required in front of the building, three metres towards the road and 1.50 metres on another side. Open space was also required at the rear.

Officials said the construction found at the site did not comply with these requirements and that additional construction had been carried out close to the 11 KV power line.

Two Notices Were Issued

The Municipal Corporation's Zone-3 officials said notices were issued to building owner Anup Singh Thakur on April 9 and May 13, 2026, directing him to stop construction.

Officials said an inspection had found that the building was not being constructed according to the sanctioned plan. Despite the notices, construction allegedly continued.

Local residents also claimed that complaints had earlier been made regarding the construction. They questioned why stricter action was not taken when the alleged violation was first detected.

Some residents said that had the construction been stopped earlier, the fatal accident might have been prevented. However, this remains an allegation and has not been independently established.

Allegations of Political Pressure

During the demolition, there were also claims that attempts were being made to stop the civic action through political intervention. Some local residents alleged that the property owner was close to a local BJP leader.

Residents further alleged that the leader had been active during proceedings related to the construction and demarcation of the property.

These allegations have not been independently verified.

Municipal officials continued with the action and said they would remain at the site until the remaining alleged unauthorised construction was addressed.

Police Investigating Accident

Police are separately investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths of the two workers.

Torwa police station in-charge Kishore Kenwat said the two deceased workers had previously worked with the contractor. They had reportedly approached him on Tuesday seeking work.

Police are investigating why the workers were on the roof and what work they were carrying out when they came into contact with the high-tension line. The roles of the property owner, contractor and others associated with the construction are also being examined.

According to police, no cement stains were found on the bodies or clothes of the deceased workers. After the post-mortem process, the bodies were handed over to their families for the last rites.

Municipal File Under Review

Executive Engineer Praveen Shukla said the corporation had received complaints from residents and that a notice had been issued to Anup Singh.

He also said a letter had been sent to the tehsildar for demarcation of the property.

Shukla added that his zone was later changed and that he was not aware of why further action was not taken at that stage.

Municipal officials said the complete file is now being examined. The sanctioned building plan and the construction found at the site will be compared, after which further action will be taken according to the applicable rules.

Fear has gripped a village in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district after a female bear that allegedly killed three villagers died during treatment in Raipur. The situation remains tense as another bear entered the village and reportedly tried to break into several houses.

The incident has left residents afraid to go to their farms or send their children to school. Villagers have locked the local school and launched a protest, demanding immediate safety measures and removal of bears from the nearby hill area.

Female Bear Dies During Treatment

The female bear had attacked three villagers on August 5 in Largaon Markatola village under the Narharpur forest range. According to officials and local residents, the bear attacked people working in the fields and allegedly killed a brother and sister. Their bodies were reportedly mauled by the animal for several hours after the attack.

One other villager was seriously injured in the incident and was shifted to DKS Hospital in Raipur for treatment.

Following the attack, angry villagers reportedly beat the bear with sticks. A team from the Forest Department later tranquilised the animal and brought it to Raipur for treatment. However, the bear died during treatment. DFO Raunak Goyal confirmed the death, although the exact cause has not yet been established.

Another Bear Enters the Village

The situation became more alarming when another bear entered the village following the incident. Residents said the animal tried to break the doors of several houses during the night.

Although no one was injured in the latest incident, the presence of the bear has intensified fear among villagers. Many residents have stopped going to their fields, while parents are reluctant to send their children to school.

The villagers say the school is located close to the hill where bears are frequently spotted.

School Locked Over Safety Concerns

Concerned about the safety of children, villagers locked the school and staged a protest. They said the school does not have a boundary wall, leaving students exposed to wildlife from the nearby forest and hill area.

The villagers are demanding that a boundary wall be constructed around the school and that the Forest Department take immediate steps to move the bears away from the populated area.

'Children Will Not Return Without Security'

Village deputy sarpanch Ritika Diwakar said the safety of children must be ensured before the school is reopened.

She said the administration should first remove the bears from the hill area and construct a boundary wall around the school. According to her, both children and adults are living under constant fear following the recent attacks.

The villagers have said they will not send their children to school until adequate security arrangements are made.

Boundary Wall Demand Pending

Residents claimed that they had been demanding a boundary wall around the school for a long time. They said villagers regularly travel to nearby fields for agricultural work, making the presence of bears in the surrounding area a serious concern.

According to the villagers, the administration has started responding to their concerns only after the recent fatal attack.

They have demanded a permanent solution, including wildlife monitoring, safety measures around the village and construction of the school boundary wall.

Bear Attack Sparked Fear

The August 5 attack has raised fresh concerns over human-wildlife conflict in the area. The female bear was reportedly aggressive, with local accounts suggesting that it had become more dangerous after the death of its cub.

The attack, in which three villagers lost their lives and another was seriously injured, has left residents particularly concerned about children and elderly people.

With another bear now reportedly moving around the village, residents say immediate intervention is necessary to prevent another tragedy.

The Forest Department is expected to monitor the situation and take further action based on the movement of the animal and the safety requirements of the village.

Related Incident

The latest developments come days after a female bear attacked villagers working in a field in Largaon Markatola. The animal allegedly killed a brother and sister and continued mauling their bodies even after they had been covered. A video of the incident also surfaced on social media.

The incident has since become a major concern for residents, who are now demanding stronger measures to prevent further encounters between wildlife and people.

A dispute broke out in Chhattisgarh’s Bilaspur after a family cremated its pet dog at a local Mukti Dham, a cremation ground traditionally used for human last rites. Local residents and Hindu organisations objected to the cremation, while the family said the dog was like a member of their household.

The incident took place in the Torwa police station area. Police reached the spot after a complaint was submitted by the local councillor and spoke to both sides to prevent the situation from escalating.

Family Says Dog Was Like a Member

The pet dog belonged to a family living in the Kududand area. After the animal died, the family decided to give it a final farewell at the Torwa Mukti Dham.

The family claimed that they had obtained permission and performed the cremation according to Hindu rituals. They said the dog had been an important part of their family for years and that they wanted to perform its last rites with dignity.

The family also maintained that there was no intention to hurt anyone's religious sentiments.

Locals Object to Cremation

The cremation, however, did not go down well with several local residents and Hindu organisations.

They argued that the Mukti Dham is a designated and sacred place for human cremations and that conducting the last rites of an animal there goes against established traditions and local sentiments.

Residents gathered at the cremation ground after learning about the incident, leading to a confrontation over the use of the facility.

Councillor Files Police Complaint

Ward 41 councillor Moti Gangwani submitted a written complaint to the police, seeking action over the incident.

According to the councillor, an animal was cremated at a facility meant for human last rites, which he described as contrary to religious traditions and public sentiment.

The Mukti Dham reportedly falls under the jurisdiction of the railway authorities, although the municipal corporation has appointed a caretaker at the site.

Caretaker Accused of Taking ₹2,000

Local residents have also alleged that the caretaker accepted ₹2,000 from the family and allowed the dog to be cremated at the Mukti Dham.

They claimed that no permission had been obtained from the municipal corporation for conducting the cremation.

The allegations have added another dimension to the dispute, with residents demanding that the circumstances under which permission was granted be examined.

Family Denies Any Wrong Intention

The dog's owner said the family was deeply affected by the animal's death because they considered it a member of their household.

According to the family, the decision to perform the cremation was based on their emotional attachment to the pet. They said they wanted to bid farewell to the dog respectfully and had no intention of offending anyone's religious beliefs.

Police Say No Action Taken

Additional SP City Pankaj Patel said the family had taken the deceased pet to the Mukti Dham because of their emotional attachment to it and performed the cremation there.

He said that after residents and local organisations learned about the incident, they reached the spot and raised objections.

According to Patel, the matter did not currently require police intervention and no action had been taken.

An attempt was also made to contact Torwa police station in-charge Rajnish Singh for further details, but he was unavailable for comment.

Dispute Settled After Intervention

Police personnel reached the spot after the controversy was reported and spoke to both sides. The situation was subsequently brought under control.

The incident has nevertheless triggered a debate in the area over the use of public cremation facilities for animals and the balance between people's emotional attachment to pets and established religious and social practices.

Police have arrested an elderly man in Madhya Pradesh's Rewa district after he was accused of allegedly luring a seven-year-old girl with the promise of guavas and committing an obscene act in front of her.

The incident was reported from the Saman police station area, where the accused, a neighbour of the child's family, was taken into custody following a complaint lodged by the victim's mother. The accused was later produced before a court and remanded to judicial custody.

Girl Allegedly Lured With Guavas

According to the police complaint, the incident occurred a few days ago when the child was playing outside her house.

The accused allegedly called the girl to his residence on the pretext of giving her guavas. After she reached there, he allegedly behaved in an obscene manner in front of the minor.

Frightened by the incident, the child immediately ran back home.

Child Informed Mother

The girl reportedly broke down in tears after reaching home and narrated the incident to her mother.

Shocked by her account, the family gathered details of the incident before approaching Saman Police Station on Wednesday and submitting a written complaint. They demanded strict legal action against the accused.

Police Register Case, Arrest Accused

Taking note of the seriousness of the allegations, police registered a case under the relevant provisions of law and launched a search for the accused.

He was arrested shortly afterwards and, following preliminary questioning, was produced before the court, which sent him to judicial custody.

Investigation Underway

Police said the investigation is continuing and further action will be taken based on the evidence collected during the probe.

Officials have reiterated that offences involving children are treated with utmost priority and that appropriate legal action will be pursued in accordance with the law.

 Administrative action may soon be initiated against Mauganj Additional District Magistrate (ADM) P.K. Pandeyin connection with the alleged hostel scam that has remained under scrutiny in Rewa. The development comes after Rewa Collector Narendra Suryavanshi forwarded a proposal to the Divisional Commissioner recommending action against the senior officer following findings during the departmental inquiry.

The move has revived attention on the alleged financial irregularities related to repairs and procurement in hostels operated under the Tribal Welfare Department.

Inquiry Focused on Hostel Expenditure

The case pertains to alleged irregularities in hostel maintenance works and the purchase of materials. According to the complaint filed by Kamal Singh Baghel, payments amounting to lakhs of rupees were allegedly released for repair works that were never executed at several hostels.

The complaint also raised allegations regarding irregularities in the procurement of electrical fittings, ceiling fans and other materials meant for hostel facilities.

Departmental Probe Found Irregularities

Following the complaint, departmental authorities examined records and verified expenditure related to hostel repairs and procurement. During the inquiry, officials reportedly found discrepancies at multiple stages of the financial transactions.

Earlier in the investigation, Vikas Tiwari, a clerk posted in the Tribal Welfare Department, had already been placed under suspension in connection with the same case.

Role Under Scanner

Officials said the alleged irregularities occurred during the period when P.K. Pandey was holding additional charge as the District Coordinator of the Tribal Welfare Department.

A show-cause notice had reportedly been issued to Pandey during the inquiry. However, according to officials, the explanation submitted by him was not found satisfactory after examination.

Collector Recommends Action

After reviewing the inquiry findings and related documents, Collector Narendra Suryavanshi sent a formal proposal to the Commissioner recommending action against the officer under the applicable service rules.

The recommendation marks the latest administrative development in the high-profile hostel scam investigation, which has remained pending for a considerable period.

Further Decision Awaited

With the proposal now before the Commissioner, the matter will proceed through the prescribed administrative process. The final decision regarding disciplinary action will be taken after examination by the competent authority.

The case continues to draw attention due to allegations involving public funds earmarked for the welfare of tribal students residing in government hostels.

The Rewa district administration launched a major anti-encroachment drive on Tuesday, clearing alleged illegal occupation from government land valued at nearly ₹250 crore. The action was carried out near Dhobiya Tank, adjacent to an orphanage in the Rewa Municipal Corporation area, where two marriage gardens were reportedly operating on government property.

The demolition was conducted under the directions of Collector Narendra Kumar Suryavanshi, with joint teams from the Revenue Department, Municipal Corporation and Police participating in the operation.

Action Followed Land Demarcation

Officials said the drive was initiated after the disputed land was officially demarcated to establish the boundaries of the government property.

Following the survey, authorities identified the area under alleged encroachment and proceeded with the removal in accordance with legal procedures.

Adequate police personnel were deployed at the site to maintain law and order and prevent any untoward incidents during the demolition.

Two Marriage Gardens Removed

According to the administration, the encroachment involved Utsav Marriage Garden and Vindhya Marriage Garden, both of which were allegedly constructed on government land.

Bulldozers and heavy machinery were used to remove the structures during the operation. Revenue, municipal and police officials remained present throughout the drive to supervise the proceedings.

Collector Warns Against Illegal Occupation

Collector Narendra Kumar Suryavanshi said protecting government land remains one of the administration's top priorities.

He stated that action was taken only after proper land demarcation and verification, adding that similar action would continue wherever illegal occupation of public land is detected in the district.

The Collector also made it clear that no individual or organisation would be allowed to occupy government land unlawfully.

Encroachment Drive to Continue

District officials said the campaign to free government properties from encroachments will continue across Rewa.

The Revenue Department is monitoring several locations where government land is suspected to have been occupied illegally. Authorities indicated that additional surveys and demarcation exercises would be carried out before initiating similar action at other sites.

The administration also appealed to citizens to refrain from encroaching on public property and cooperate in protecting government land.

A 19-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her boyfriend in Chhattisgarh's Surajpur district after he reportedly suspected her of being involved in another relationship. The accused allegedly lured her to Nehru Park, attacked her with a knife, and later attempted to end his own life before being arrested by police.

The deceased has been identified as Radhika Rajwade, while the accused is Ritesh Rajwade.

Called Her to Park Before Attack

According to police, the incident took place on Sunday evening when Ritesh allegedly called Radhika to Nehru Park to meet him.

During the meeting, he allegedly stabbed her in the neck with a knife. Police said the weapon pierced through her neck. After the attack, the accused allegedly pulled out the knife and fled the spot on a motorcycle.

Despite her critical injuries, Radhika reportedly managed to run a short distance before collapsing. People present in the park rushed her to the district hospital.

Victim Named Accused Before Death

Doctors referred Radhika to the Ambikapur Medical College Hospital due to the severity of her injuries.

Police said she was unable to speak because of the neck wound. During questioning, she reportedly gestured for a pen and paper and wrote down the name of the alleged attacker.

She later succumbed to her injuries during treatment at around 10:30 pm.

Suicide Note Found at Park

During the investigation, police recovered a handwritten note allegedly left by the accused at the park, in which he reportedly accepted responsibility for the attack.

Investigators believe the murder was triggered by the accused's suspicion that the victim was involved in another relationship.

Arrested Near Railway Track

After the incident, police examined CCTV footage from the area and identified the motorcycle rider.

Officials tracked the accused to a railway track, where he was allegedly preparing to die by suicide. He was taken into custody before any further incident occurred.

Investigation Underway

Police have registered a case of murder and are questioning the accused to establish the sequence of events and the motive behind the crime.

Investigators are also examining digital evidence, CCTV footage and statements of witnesses as part of the ongoing investigation.

A 55-year-old havildar posted at the 40 Wing Air Force Station in Gwalior died during treatment at the Military Hospital (MH), Murar, four days after his health reportedly deteriorated inside the Air Force campus.

Police have registered a case of unnatural death and initiated legal formalities. The body has been kept in the mortuary, and a post-mortem examination will be conducted after the arrival of the deceased's family.

Health Deteriorated After Duty

According to police, the deceased has been identified as Naresh Kumar, a resident of Bharmar village in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh.

As per the information provided by Subedar Sudhir Dubey, Naresh Kumar completed his duty on the night of July 22 and returned to his barracks inside the 40 Wing Air Force Station.

While resting in his accommodation around midnight, his health suddenly worsened.

Shifted to Military Hospital

Fellow servicemen and senior officers immediately rushed him to the Military Hospital, Murar, where he was admitted for treatment.

Doctors monitored his condition over the next four days. However, despite medical efforts, the havildar died on Sunday evening (July 26) during treatment.

Police Begin Legal Proceedings

Following information from the Military Hospital, Maharajpura Police took the body into custody and shifted it to the mortuary.

A case has been registered, and police have completed the inquest proceedings. Officials said the post-mortem will be carried out on Monday as part of the legal process.

The exact cause of death will be confirmed after the post-mortem report and medical examination.

Family Informed

Authorities have informed the deceased's family in Himachal Pradesh about the incident.

Police said further action will be taken in accordance with the post-mortem findings and standard legal procedures.