Daring jailbreak in TN : 3 wardens attacked, 17 inmates flee, 13 recaptured, 9 staff suspended

Chennai, Oct 27 (UNI) In a daring jail break, 17 inmates escaped from Theni District prison at Thekkampatti after attacking three wardens last night, leading to suspension of nine guards, even as Opposition parties, including the DMK, AIADMK and PMK cried hoarse, condemned it and blamed the ruling TVK for its administrative failure alleging yet another incident of deteriorating law and order in the state.

Lucknow, Oct 27 (UNI) The UP government benefited 37,49,219 farmers in the last four years from paddy procurement, compared with 14,87,519 farmers during the SP government's five-year tenure. According to the figures, the state government extended the benefits of paddy procurement to approximately 22.62 lakh more farmers than the SP government.

Cyclone Arnab batters south Bengal, trees uprooted and power lines snapped in Midnapore

Midnapore, Oct 27 (UNI) Sudden squalls uprooted trees, snapped power lines and blocked roads across West Midnapore on Tuesday as the impact of severe cyclonic storm Arnab began to be felt in South Bengal, with Dantan and Belda bearing the brunt of the damage.

Vellore Oppn DMK Councillor stokes political row over shocking remarks on Karur stampede, police file cases

Chennai, Oct 27 (UNI) A Ward Councillor of the main Opposition DMK in Vellore district has stoked a fresh political controversy
for his remarks referring to the Karur stampede, that snuffed out 41 lives, and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK Founder Vijay, prompting the police to slap four cases against him.

Tata Motors completes takeover of Italian truckmaker Iveco

Mumbai, Oct 27 (UNI) Tata Motors Ltd officially informed the stock exchange here on Tuesday that it secured nearly 88 per cent of the shares of Italian truckmaker Iveco.

Schools shut across south Chhattisgarh as cyclone alert triggers precautions

Raipur, Oct 27 (UNI) Schools in several districts of south Chhattisgarh’s Bastar division will remain closed on October 28th as authorities prepare for heavy rain and strong winds forecast in connection with Cyclone Arnab. Rain and stronger-than-usual winds have already begun affecting parts of the region, with heavier rainfall expected late Tuesday night.

Maha: Mumbai Senior PI Sushil Kumar Gaikwad dies of suspected cardiac arrest

Mumbai, Oct 27 (UNI) Mumbai Police's Senior Inspector Sushil Kumar Gaikwad died today morning after reportedly suffering a cardiac arrest while travelling to work in a police vehicle.

Three apprehended in Hyderabad sexual assault case

Hyderabad, Oct 27 (UNI) Kanchanbagh police have apprehended three persons in connection with a case involving alleged repeated sexual assaults, wrongful confinement and criminal intimidation of an 18-year-old woman.

AP: Ganja Smuggler Detained Under PIT-NDPS Act, Sent to Rajahmundry Prison

Kakinada, Oct 27 (UNI) Kakinada district police have detained a habitual ganja smuggler under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act and shifted him to Rajahmundry Central Prison, police said on Tuesday.

Tigress exploring its natural habitat, no question of bringing it back: Bengal Forest Minister

Siliguri, Oct 27 (UNI) The three-year-old tigress released into Buxa Tiger Reserve on October 2 is exploring a large area before settling in its territory, West Bengal Forest Minister Manoj Kumar Oraon has said, dismissing reports that the animal has fled Bengal for Assam.

BMC corporator suspended for livestreaming House proceedings

Bhubaneswar, Oct 27 (UNI) Bhubaneswar Mayor Sulochana Das on Tuesday suspended Ward 37 corporator Bandita Pal from the 45th general meeting of the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) for livestreaming the proceedings on her mobile phone despite repeated objections from the chair and fellow members.

Maha: Leopard continues to terrorise Nashik villagers, attempts to attack caged dog

Nashik, Oct 27 (UNI) A leopard that has caused fear among the residents and farmers of Mhaske Mala in Chehdi Budruk, Nashik, with repeated sightings over past two months, attempted to attack a caged dog outside a bungalow early today.

Jharkhand Congress mobilises for November 1 rally on voting rights

Ranchi, Oct 27 (UNI) Jharkhand Congress president Keshav Mahto Kamlesh on Tuesday said the party's November 1 'Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao' rally at Ramlila Maidan in New Delhi would be historic, accusing the BJP of undermining democracy and using constitutional institutions for political purposes.

Police invokes MCOCA against all accused in Tiger Shroff car firing case

Mumbai, Oct 27 (UNI) The Maharashtra Police have invoked provisions of the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against all accused arrested in connection with the firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai's Juhu area, officials said on Tuesday.

Meghalaya Tourism reaffirms statutory clearances for Rs 151 Cr Shillong Ropeway amid JAC opposition

Shillong, Oct 27 (UNI) The Meghalaya Tourism Department on Tuesday reiterated that the proposed Shillong Peak Ropeway Project holds all required statutory clearances, maintaining that the initiative will not harm local water sources and will help reduce traffic congestion and emissions.