In Kaimur district, a 23-year-old man died after being detained by police who suspected him of consuming alcohol while he was running to a hospital after a snake bite. His family alleges that the police demanded a bribe for his release, causing significant delays. Authorities have ordered an inquiry into the matter.

India responds sharply to Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif’s Kashmir remarks at the UNGA

The BJP took a sharp jibe at Himachal Congress after minister Dhani Ram Shandil’s supported the UP-like order mandating display of owner’s ID card at eateries.