A 37-year-old man, Gnanasekaran, was arrested for allegedly raping a second-year engineering student from Anna University and filming her with a male friend to blackmail them. This incident has raised concerns about campus safety. Authorities plan to review security, while political opposition criticizes the DMK government for inadequate protection on educational campuses.

The district administration and Municipal Corporation in Sambhal have commenced the revival of 68 pilgrimage sites and 19 ancient wells, including the Mrityu Koop. Excavation of the encroached well started near the Jama mosque, with efforts aimed at restoring ancient heritage linked to Sambhal’s historical significance.

The minor fell into a 700-feet deep borewell in the Kotputli district of Rajasthan on Monday evening and got stuck at 150 feet.