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AK-47 Firing Claims Life of Soldier in Kupwara

News Analysis India — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

A tragic incident unfolded in Kupwara’s Zaina Gam village today, where a Havildar, identified as a resident of Bihar, lost his life after being fired upon with an AK-47 rifle. Initial reports indicate that six rounds were discharged during the event. Security forces have cordoned off the area and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting. The motive behind the attack remains unclear as authorities work to piece together the sequence of events. This incident highlights the persistent security challenges in the region and the dangers faced by personnel on duty. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.

RJD Leader Rajkumar Rai Murdered in Patna, Police Launch Investigation

News Analysis India — Sat, 20 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In Patna, a shocking incident resulted in the death of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Rajkumar Rai on Wednesday night. The shooting occurred around 10 PM near Rajendra Nagar Terminal. Authorities confirmed that the attackers were captured on CCTV footage, and a comprehensive investigation is underway. Rai was actively involved in politics and had interests in land dealings. After being shot, he sought refuge in a nearby shop, but tragically succumbed to his injuries en route to the hospital.

Patna East SP Parichay Kumar stated, “A person was shot in lane number seventeen in front of Rajendra Nagar Terminal. His name is being told as Rajkumar alias Ala Rai. Accused seen in CCTV footage. There may be other culprits as well. It is being told that this person was politically active and he also used to buy and sell land. So we are investigating every angle. Our entire police team is engaged in investigating this incident. This incident happened around 10 PM.”

According to police reports, Rai was ambushed in his car near his residence, and the assailants opened fire indiscriminately. Rai managed to enter a nearby hotel seeking safety; however, the attackers followed him inside, continuing to fire. A bullet struck the hotel’s refrigerator, shattering its glass. Upon receiving the report, police arrived promptly and transported the injured Rai to PMCH, where he was pronounced dead. Investigators recovered six bullet shells from the scene.

Surya Hansda, Who Ran for Assembly Elections Four Times, Killed in Police Encounter

News Analysis India — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Surya Hansda was killed in a police encounter in Godda, Jharkhand. He was a fugitive wanted in several criminal cases. The encounter took place near Jirli Samari hill in the Boarijore police station area of Godda district. Hansda, who had political connections, had contested elections multiple times to become an MLA from the Borio assembly seat in the Sahibganj district of Jharkhand.

In 2019, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had nominated Suryanarayan Hansda alias Surya Hansda as its candidate from the Borio assembly seat. However, in the 2024 assembly elections, after not getting a ticket, he left the BJP. He then contested the elections from the Borio assembly seat on the JKLM party symbol but faced defeat.