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A shocking incident in Guna, Madhya Pradesh, has come to light involving extreme cruelty towards a stray dog. A viral video shows a man repeatedly beating the dog with a stick before dragging it behind his bike, ultimately leading to the animal's death. This brutal act occurred near the local MLA's residence, with onlookers failing to intervene. While some claim the dog had bitten people in the area, others suggest that the situation could have been addressed through proper channels. The accused has been arrested, raising concerns about recurring incidents of animal cru

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has been booked by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a money laundering case linked to the MUDA land allotment issue, along with his wife Parvathi and others. This action follows a recent FIR from the Karnataka Lokayukta. Parvathi announced plans to return 14 controversial land sites to MUDA in light of the case. The FIR names several individuals, including Siddaramaiah and his brother-in-law, and alleges irregularities in the allotment of compensatory sites to Parvathi in a high-value area of Mysuru. Siddaramaiah maintains that he is being targeted for political reasons and insists he will fight the allegations legally. The Congress party has condemned the actions of the ED, claiming it is being used as a tool for political harassment.

Heavy rains in Nepal over the weekend have resulted in severe flooding and landslides, claiming 209 lives, with 29 people still missing. The majority of fatalities occurred in Kathmandu, where significant flooding submerged large areas. A landslide near a blocked highway buried vehicles and killed around 36 individuals who were sleeping nearby. The Nepalese government has established temporary shelters for those displaced and is providing financial aid to the families affected. Rescue efforts have intensified as weather conditions improved, enabling residents to start cleaning their homes. Unprecedented rainfall of approximately 240 millimeters was recorded at Kathmandu airport, marking the highest amount since 2002, raising concerns about the impact of climate change on weather patterns.

The Election Commission (EC) has halted the appointment of Colonel Vikrant Prasher as Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Jammu and Kashmir, just one day before the third phase of assembly elections. Citing the Model Code of Conduct, the EC emphasized the prohibition on officer transfers during the election period. The commission directed that the order be kept in abeyance and requested the J&K Chief Secretary to provide a compliance report by 11 AM on October 1. The upcoming phase will see over 39.18 lakh voters eligible to participate across 5,060 polling stations. This election marks the first assembly vote in J&K since its reorganization into a Union Territory in 2019.

In a significant move, the Maharashtra government has granted indigenous cows the status of 'Rajmata-Gaumata' to combat their rapid decline. Governor CP Radhakrishnan emphasized the historical and spiritual significance of cows, noting their importance in human life. The resolution aims to motivate farmers to raise and care for indigenous breeds, which are crucial for Ayurvedic practices and traditional farming. With various indigenous breeds like Devri and Lalkanari in the state, the government seeks to address the alarming decrease in their numbers and encourage cultural preservation.