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Police in Shahjahanpur have booked eight men after a man and a woman jumped from the second floor of a pizza outlet following an alleged confrontation with members of a Hindutva organisation, officials said on Sunday.

The incident occurred on Saturday at a pizza outlet near the Bareilly turn under the Kant police station area. An FIR has been registered against three named individuals and five unidentified persons based on a complaint filed by the injured man.

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According to police officials, the couple was seated inside the outlet when a group of seven to eight men allegedly entered the premises and began questioning them. The group reportedly demanded identity cards and allegedly misbehaved with the couple, creating panic inside the restaurant.

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Superintendent of Police Rajesh Dwivedi said that the woman, fearing for her safety, allegedly jumped out of a second floor window. Vishal, a resident of Puwayan, followed her in an attempt to rescue her, resulting in both sustaining serious injuries.

In his complaint, Vishal alleged that the group not only harassed them, but also began recording videos, further escalating the situation. Both victims were rushed for medical treatment and are currently undergoing care.

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Based on the complaint, police registered a case against Pravesh, Sonu, Harshit, and five unidentified persons. Investigations are currently underway to identify all those involved in the incident.

Following the episode, SP Dwivedi said that surprise inspections will be conducted at pizza outlets across the city. Authorities have directed outlet owners to remove enclosed cabins, avoid the use of curtains, and install transparent glass panels to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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Delhi Police Boost Security After Arms and Explosives Seized in Faridabad https://theedgemedia.in/delhi-police-boost-security-after-arms-and-explosives-seized-in-faridabad https://theedgemedia.in/delhi-police-boost-security-after-arms-and-explosives-seized-in-faridabad#respond Mon, 10 Nov 2025 15:16:59 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=26850 New Delhi | Delhi police have stepped up security across the national capital after authorities recovered around 360 kilograms of suspected ammonium nitrate, along with a cache of arms and ammunition from Faridabad in Haryana. The weapons were found at a rented accommodation of a Kashmiri doctor named Dr Muzammil, who was arrested in coordination […]

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New Delhi | Delhi police have stepped up security across the national capital after authorities recovered around 360 kilograms of suspected ammonium nitrate, along with a cache of arms and ammunition from Faridabad in Haryana. The weapons were found at a rented accommodation of a Kashmiri doctor named Dr Muzammil, who was arrested in coordination with Jammu and Kashmir police.

 

read also: Eight Dead After Massive Blast Near Delhi’s Red Fort

 

The move comes in the wake of a high-intensity explosion that ripped through a car parked near the Red Fort. Monday evening, setting multiple vehicles on fire and shattering windows in the surrounding area. Several people are feared injured prompting increased vigilance.

Police have strengthened checks at all border points linking Delhi with Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. Security has been intensified in sensitive areas including railway stations and metro premises. District units, including the Special Cell and Crime Branch have been placed on high alert. Teams are conducting random inspections of vehicles and lodges near the Delhi-Haryana border. Extra pickets have been deployed at Singhu Tikri and Badarpur borders while patrols have been increased.

Authorities continue to investigate the explosive seizure and are monitoring security measures across the city to prevent further incidents.

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Eight Dead After Massive Blast Near Delhi’s Red Fort https://theedgemedia.in/eight-killed-blast-near-delhi-red-fort https://theedgemedia.in/eight-killed-blast-near-delhi-red-fort#respond Mon, 10 Nov 2025 15:00:04 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=26844 New Delhi | A powerful explosion occurred near the Red Fort in Delhi on Monday evening killing eight people and injuring several others The blast came from a car parked close to the Red Fort metro station gate number one spreading fire across several vehicles and shattering glass windows in the surrounding area. Authorities immediately […]

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New Delhi | A powerful explosion occurred near the Red Fort in Delhi on Monday evening killing eight people and injuring several others The blast came from a car parked close to the Red Fort metro station gate number one spreading fire across several vehicles and shattering glass windows in the surrounding area.

Authorities immediately declared a high alert across the city Seven fire tenders and police teams reached the location as the area was sealed to prevent further damage Officials from the Delhi Fire Service confirmed that the explosion was intense and that several injuries were feared.

Eyewitnesses reported chaos and panic as flames rose from the burning cars The sound of the explosion was so strong that it could be heard in nearby buildings and vehicles parked at a distance were badly damaged A witness who was near a gurdwara said the blast was extremely loud and caused complete destruction of vehicles around the site.Rescue operations are underway and the injured have been shifted to hospitals The cause of the explosion is being investigated while security has been tightened across Delhi.

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Supreme Court Orders Aggressive Sterilisation to Control Stray Dog Population: A Landmark Verdict Ensures Public Safety & Animal Welfare https://theedgemedia.in/supreme-court-landmark-verdict-aggressive-sterilisation-stray-dogs https://theedgemedia.in/supreme-court-landmark-verdict-aggressive-sterilisation-stray-dogs#respond Fri, 22 Aug 2025 20:15:05 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=25930 In a landmark verdict, the Supreme Court of India has directed aggressive sterilisation of stray dogs under the ABC Rules, balancing public safety with animal welfare. The court approved chemical castration as a safe method and modified its earlier order to allow the release of sterilised and de-wormed dogs.

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New Delhi, August 23, 2025:

In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India on Friday directed authorities across the country to implement aggressive sterilisation programs under the Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules to curb the alarming rise in stray dog populations and reduce rabies-related fatalities.The court has ordered the release of the dog on its native spot  after sterilization, quashing the judgement given on the 11th August verdict by the two judge bench of the SC.

The three judge bench, headed by Justice Vikram Nath along with, Justices Sandeep Mehta and N.V. Anjaria, ruled that rapidly increasing stray dog numbers have created a serious public safety concern, particularly for children and elderly citizens.

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The court observed that cities like Dehradun and Lucknow—which—reported a steady decline in stray dog numbers, proving the effectiveness of such programs.

Key Highlights of the Supreme Court Verdict 

Aggressive Sterilisation Mandated:

  • Authorities must intensify sterilisation efforts under the ABC Rules to control population growth.

Chemical Castration Approved: 

  •   The court noted chemical castration is a safe, painless, and effective sterilisation method and encouraged its adoption nationwide.    

Modified August 11 Order:

  • The bench softened an earlier directive that prohibited releasing vaccinated stray dogs in Delhi-NCR. Now, sterilised and de-wormed dogs must be released back  instead of being permanently confined. 

Focus on Rabies Prevention:

  •  Highlighting rabies-related deaths, the court stressed the urgent need for mass sterilisation to minimize risks to human life.

Balancing Human & Animal Rights:

  •   While prioritizing public safety, the ruling also safeguards the right to life of stray dogs by prohibiting unnecessary culling or confinement.

Court’s Stand on Public Safety & Animal Welfare

  • The verdict stems from a suo motu case initiated on July 28, following alarming reports of rabies-related deaths caused by stray dog bites in the national capital.

Quoting the bench:

 “It is indisputable that human beings bitten by rabid dogs suffer indescribably, and many times, the infection proves fatal. Aggressive sterilisation would definitely curb the rapid growth of stray dog population, ultimately leading to its reduction.”

The court also clarified that authorities must ensure proper vaccination, sterilisation, and de-worming before releasing stray dogs to the streets, thereby ensuring safer neighborhoods while maintaining ecological balance.

Impact of the Verdict

This ruling is set to reshape India’s animal birth control strategy, paving the way for:

 

  • Nationwide sterilisation campaigns
  • Fewer rabies infections and dog-bite cases
  • A balanced approach between public safety and animal rights
  • Uniform implementation of ABC Rules across states

 

The Supreme Court’s proactive stance is expected to reduce stray dog populations significantly over the next few years and ensure safer public spaces.

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Supreme Court Begins Detailed Hearing on Stray Dog Crisis in Delhi-NCR https://theedgemedia.in/supreme-court-stray-dog-delhi-ncr-hearing https://theedgemedia.in/supreme-court-stray-dog-delhi-ncr-hearing#respond Thu, 14 Aug 2025 05:43:25 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=25823 The Supreme Court on Thursday initiated a comprehensive hearing on the stray dog issue in Delhi-NCR, with Solicitor General Tushar Mehta citing alarming bite statistics and senior advocate Kapil Sibal urging a stay on a prior directive to detain all strays in shelters. The bench is examining the balance between public safety and humane treatment amid conflicting judicial orders.

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The Supreme Court on Thursday commenced in-depth proceedings on the contentious issue of stray dogs in the Delhi-National Capital Region, a matter now at the centre of public safety and animal welfare debates. A three-judge bench comprising Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta, and N.V. Anjaria is presiding over the case.

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta presented stark figures to the court, revealing that India reported over 37 lakh dog bite incidents in the past year. “Nobody is an animal hater, but children are dying. This issue needs to be resolved, not contested,” Mehta stressed, urging swift intervention.

Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, representing petitioners challenging a recent directive, underscored the seriousness of the matter, warning against hasty measures. He called for the suspension of the August 11 order, issued by a two-judge bench of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan, which directed authorities to begin removing stray dogs from public spaces in Delhi-NCR and relocating them to newly established shelters.

That order mandated the immediate creation of dog shelters, with authorities required to report back within eight weeks. It further stipulated that detained stray dogs must not be released back into streets, colonies, or other public areas. The directive was part of a suo motu proceeding initiated on July 28 following reports of fatal rabies cases, particularly among children, linked to stray dog bites in the capital region.

The present hearing is expected to weigh the urgent need to safeguard citizens against the rights and humane treatment of animals, with the bench indicating that the “very serious” issue warrants a thorough legal examination.

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