15-year-old rape survivor kills self after assault clip leaked
The deceased’s brother alleged the accused’s friends circulated a purported video of the assault. It wasn’t immediately clear as to who took the video. Key Points
Hindustan TimesJammu and Kashmir BJP leader Aijaz Hussain booked for alleged assault
BJP leader and Srinagar DDC member Aijaz Hussain has been booked for 'wrongful restraint and voluntarily causing hurt' based on the complaint of two residents. The FIR comes after a video went viral of some residents accusing the BJP leader of assault. The residents of Balhama, Khonmoh in Srinagar reached Press Colony alleging that Hussain, who is a protected person, assaulted them. Key Points
Hindustan TimesFans want Taylor Swift to ‘stay away’ from the Mahomes, here's why
Taylor Swift's fans are urging her to maintain her distance from the Mahomes, amid Jackson Mahomes sexual assault allegations. Read more below. Key Points
Hindustan TimesScheduled Castes panel visits violence-hit Sandeshkhali, BJP demands NIA probe
SC panel chief Arun Haldar is in Sandeshkhali to assess the situation in the violence-stricken area. His visit comes amidst escalating tensions over allegations of sexual assault against Trinamool supporters, prompting demands from the BJP for a probe by the National Investigation Agency. Key Points
India TodayFederal judge again rules that California's ban on assault weapons is unconstitutional
A federal judge in California has once again overturned the state's ban on assault weapons, ruling that it violates the constitutional right to bear arms. U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez stated that while these weapons are commonly used by criminals, they are also owned by law-abiding citizens who feel the need to protect themselves. The judge's ruling is similar to a previous decision in 2021, in which he called the ban a failed experiment. The state has 10 days to seek a stay on the ruling as part of an appeal to the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. Key Points
Economic Times
Rapper Lil Wayne sued for assault by ex-bodyguard Carlos Christian
Lil Wayne's former bodyguard Carlos Christian has sued the rapper for assault and battery over an alleged gun threat. Read more below. Key Points
Hindustan Times1 dead, 3 injured at a Walmart in Ohio after a shooter opens fire with an assault rifle
The injured are being treated at a nearby trauma centre. Police in Beavercreek, Ohio, say there is no was longer any threat to the public. Key Points
ThePrintUnnao headmaster’s ‘2-yr saga of sexual assault on students’ — ‘forced kisses, bribe for silence’
Believed to have been exposed by school staffers, the Unnao episode has emerged as one of the most sordid episodes of sexual crime at an educational institute. Headmaster arrested last week. Key Points
ThePrintDiddy accused of threatening Miss Jones amid sexual assault lawsuits
Radio personality Miss Jones claims to have Diddy threatening to put her “in a trunk” on tape. Found a hero in Lil Kim as she stood by her side. Key Points
Hindustan TimesSmall arms for the Indian armed forces: Can the private industry deliver?
The Indian defence and law enforcement agencies have been largely dependent on foreign Original Equipment manufacturers for their weapons and ammunition. However, there are some breakthroughs in India. Is the private industry ready to deliver? Key Points
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Taylor Swift's Sydney show: Singer's dad accused of punching photographer in face
Photographer alleges assault by Taylor Swift's father at Sydney concert. Incident at Neutral Bay Wharf. American security uses umbrella in confrontation. Media present, waiting vehicles. Swift's representatives silent. Rolling Stone reports aggressive individuals and security confrontation. Key Points
Economic TimesShould interfaith lion pair Sita and Akbar be renamed?
India News: Read about the controversy surrounding the names of interfaith lion pair Sita and Akbar in India. Should they be renamed? Find out more on Indian News. Key Points
Times Of IndiaDay after rejecting truce proposal, Israel intensifies attack
Israeli planes bombed areas in Rafah on Thursday morning, residents said, killing at least 11 people in strikes on two houses. Tanks also shelled some areas in eastern Rafah, intensifying the residents' fears of an imminent ground assault. Key Points
Economic TimesDRDO launches indigenous assault rifle 'Ugram' for armed forces
The first operational prototype of the rifle was unveiled at the DRDO's Armament and Combat Engineering Systems in Pune. It has an effective range of 500 metres and weighs less than four kilograms. Key Points
FirstpostUS Military introduces new law to deal with sexual assault in the force
New US military law enacted on 28 December aims to combat sexual harassment & assault. Independent lawyers to prosecute serious cases. Key Points
Hindustan Times
9-year-old child videotapes assault on mother, calls police, sends father to prison. Here is what happened
The deputies of Yuba County in California learned that Lazaro-Castillo's youngest child had videotaped the mothers brutal assault. The recording reportedly showed the man repeatedly jabbing his wife in the face and head. Know the incident in detail. Key Points
Economic TimesProxy advisory firm urges Raymond's independent directors to probe assault allegations against Gautam Sing
An Indian proxy advisory firm has called for Raymond's independent directors to probe assault allegations against Managing Director Gautam Singhania. Nawaz Modi Singhania, a board member and Singhania's former wife, accused him of assaulting her and their daughter in September 2023, as reported by local media. Key Points
Economic TimesProxy advisory firm urges Raymond's independent directors to probe assault allegations
Institutional Investor Advisory Services (IIAS), an Indian proxy advisory firm, on Tuesday urged the independent directors of textile company Raymond Ltd (RYMD.NS) to launch an investigation into the allegations of assault against its managing director. Key Points
ReutersI'm a self-defense expert. Here's the advice I give college students about protecting themselves from sexual assault on campus.
A safety coach found sexual assault to be the No. 1 crime on college campuses with federal funding. He says students should practice safe drinking. Key Points
InsiderUS: 13-year-old boy uses slingshot to save sister from kidnapping bid
The 8-year-old girl was in her backyard when the alleged assailant came out of the woods, grabbed her and covered her mouth. Authorities said the girl’s brother, 13, hit the alleged attacker in the head and chest using a slingshot. Key Points
India Today
India or China: Who has better small-arms firepower?
India and China are modernizing their militaries at an unprecedented scale. Small arms are the primary warfighting weapon under the concept of “limited war”. As the land forces play the most critical role, how are these armies building modern small arms and their firepower? Key Points
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