Russian Man Held in Goa for Double Murder of Russian Women
Goa police arrested Alexei Leonov, 37, after two Russian women were found dead in Pernem. The victims include his partner and a mutual friend, with similar methods used in both killings.
Goa police arrested Alexei Leonov, 37, after two Russian women were found dead in Pernem. The victims include his partner and a mutual friend, with similar methods used in both killings.
The new Rs 20 crore Chandel-Hasapur bridge in Pernem, Goa, is expected to be fully operational by April, replacing a dilapidated 32-year-old structure and improving safety for commuters.
A jackal attacked by dogs in Sanand taluka was rescued and rushed to Ahmedabad's Wildlife Care Centre. Veterinarians performed emergency surgery, and the animal is now recovering under observation.
A cultural programme in Mapusa, Goa, was abruptly cancelled just before start due to lack of fire safety clearance. Over 2,000 attendees left disappointed as authorities enforce strict safety rules. Read more about the incident and official stance.
Pernem police arrest Tejas Gurav, the third member of a high-profile burglary gang, recovering over Rs 71 lakh. The gang used movie-inspired tactics to target homes. Read the full investigation details.
Bavdhan police arrested three members of an inter-state vehicle theft gang after a 30km chase in Mulshi. Five stolen vehicles worth Rs 14 lakh were recovered. Read the full details.
A 19-year-old daily wage worker in Pune died after a drinking dare. His friend, instead of seeking help, hid the body. Police have made an arrest under the new BNS.
A Pernem court directs Arvind Rawat to appear on Jan 28 for allegedly driving drunk & killing a pedestrian in Arambol. The victim, a 71-year-old from Mumbai, died in June 2025.
Mandrem MLA Jit Arolkar claims 60 lakh sqm of land converted to settlement in Pernem since 2023, drawing strong denial from TCP Minister Vishwajit Rane. The row highlights deep concerns over Goa's ecology and development laws.
Two men posing as sadhus were arrested in Nashik's Nandgaon after villagers caught them allegedly molesting a 14-year-old girl. The accused, from Jalna and Amalner, have been booked under POCSO Act and BNS. Read the full details.
A four-year-old boy was killed by a lioness near Gir forest in Junagadh. During the rescue, a tracker was critically injured by a misfired tranquillizer dart. The incident has sparked fear among local workers.
A pregnant woman from a remote Gadchiroli village walked 6 km in labour to reach a health centre, only to die after delivery. This tragedy highlights the critical gaps in rural healthcare infrastructure.
The October 27 gunfire over illegal sand mining in Pernem's Uguem has left the village in fear. Locals now hope their deity will restore peace as ecological damage worsens. Read the full story.
A young couple from Akola district was found dead on a railway track. Police suspect suicide due to family opposition to their relationship. Read the full story.
Goa's TCP department withdraws settlement zone approval for 3 lakh sqm in Arambol after public protest. Key details on the decision and affected land parcels inside.
A tragic accident on the Pune-Solapur highway claims the life of a young scrap vendor. Details on the early morning crash and the survivors inside. Read more.
A tiger's body was discovered in a farm pond in Wardha's Hinganghat, causing fear among locals. Forest officials are investigating the cause of death. Read the full report.
Goa's TCP Minister Vishwajit Rane cancels provisional permission for zone change on 3.05 lakh sqm of Bhatwadi hills in Arambol after residents protest, protecting green cover and water sources. Read the full story.
Pune rural police arrest 5 for armed robbery of gold worth Rs 1.05 crore from a Khanapur store. Rs 70 lakh recovered. Read the full investigation details here.
Pernem police arrest two friends for 11 thefts. They took loans on stolen gold from banks to buy bikes, a car, clothes, and spend on online gaming. Details inside.
A 42-year-old bar owner in Latur's Naigaon village was fatally assaulted by three men after he refused to serve liquor past closing time. The accused were arrested within hours. Read the full details.
A 14-year-old physically challenged girl was found dead in her Sonesangvi village shanty. Police suspect an animal attack, but the forest department awaits forensic reports. Read the full investigation details.
Residents of Arambol, Goa, protest as 3 lakh sqm of private forest is converted to settlement zone, fearing ecological disaster and water scarcity. Read about the local fight against the controversial TCP decision.
A tragic accident in Keshegaon village, Dharashiv, claims four lives, including a minor, after a crane struck a high-voltage cable. Details on the incident and police investigation.
A couple and their two sons were found dead in Mudkhed taluka, Nanded. Police suspect a suicide pact driven by financial crisis and poor health. Read the full investigation details.
Forest officials confirm a woman in Mahur taluka was attacked by a sloth bear, not a leopard. Details on the incident, injuries, and investigation inside.
A Nashik court sentences Ramesh Gavande to life imprisonment for murdering a woman with an axe in 2023. The crime stemmed from an argument over his unrequited feelings. Read the full details of the case.
Two workers died after an explosion at an illegal firecracker unit in Sangli's Bhalavani village. Police have filed a case against the landowner for negligence. Read the full details.
A tigress halted a police patrol in Wardha's Ashti taluka, standing guard as her cubs crossed. Police showed restraint, ensuring safety. Read the full story and learn about the official caution for night travel.
BJP and ally MGP win all seats in 5 of Goa's 12 talukas in Zilla Parishad elections. The party dominates hinterland strongholds but faces setbacks in Pernem and Salcete. Read the full analysis.