Belagavi Sugar Factory Blast Toll Rises to 7
A tragic explosion at Inamdar Sugars in Belagavi during valve replacement work has now claimed seven lives. Eight others suffered severe burns in the incident that occurred on Wednesday.
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Belagavi fast-tracks stray dog control after child attack
Belagavi administration launches a comprehensive action plan, including a new shelter and sterilisation drive, following public outrage over a stray dog attack on a toddler. Read the full story.
Belagavi Sugar Factory Accident: Death Toll 7, 3 Booked
Death toll in Belagavi sugar factory boiler accident rises to seven. Police book three officers for negligence as families demand compensation. Read the full report.
Belagavi sugar factory explosion death toll rises to 7
The death toll from the devastating boiler explosion at a sugar factory in Belagavi, Karnataka, has risen to seven. Authorities have concluded rescue operations at the site of the industrial accident.
20-Year Jail for Brothers in Gujarat Minor Rape Case
A Mehsana POCSO court sentences two brothers to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for the rape of a minor girl and abetment. The victim awarded Rs 50,000 compensation. Read the full details.
Belagavi Court's Tough Pocso Rulings Deter Crimes Against Minors
Belagavi's Fast Track Court delivers 73 verdicts in 2 years, including death sentences & 35-year jail terms for child rapists. Judge Pushpalatha leads a zero-tolerance approach. Read more.
One Dead in Belagavi Sugar Factory Boiler Explosion
A tragic boiler explosion at a sugar factory in Karnataka's Belagavi district has resulted in one fatality and three injuries. Details on the incident and ongoing investigation.
Delhi HC Upholds POCSO Conviction in Minor's Assault Case
Delhi High Court upholds 7-year sentence for man who made a 3-year-old touch him. Court clarifies act amounts to aggravated sexual assault under POCSO. Read the full ruling.
Congress leader's driver stabbed in Belagavi
In a shocking incident, the driver of youth leader Mrinal Hebbalkar was brutally stabbed by bike-borne assailants in Belagavi. Read the latest updates on the attack and the ongoing police investigation.
Delhi HC Defines Touching Child's Parts as Aggravated Assault
Delhi High Court rules that making a child touch private parts constitutes aggravated sexual assault under POCSO. A tenant was convicted and sentenced to 7 years rigorous imprisonment. Read the full legal analysis.
Toddler Mauled by Stray Dogs in Belagavi's Azad Nagar
A 2-year-old boy was brutally attacked by 7-8 stray dogs in Belagavi. The incident has sparked public outrage over the city's growing stray dog menace and civic inaction.
Teen Girl Sexually Harassed by Minors in Hubballi
A 15-year-old girl was sexually harassed by three minors in Hubballi. Police have registered a case under the POCSO Act. Details on the incident and legal action.
Belagavi Crime Doubles in 2025, Sharp Rise in Drug & Arms Cases
Belagavi police data reveals a 95% jump in illegal activities in 2025, with 461 cases. NDPS offences surged to 210, and illegal arms cases increased tenfold. Explore the full report and the challenges for law enforcement.
Belagavi Air Travel: Relief & Uncertainty on Key Routes
Star Air restarts Belagavi-Ahmedabad bookings from Jan 15, but Jaipur service remains suspended. Passenger confidence wanes amid poor communication and prior route cuts. #Belagavi #AirTravel
Belagavi Chooses Beer Over Whisky for New Year 2026
Belagavi's New Year celebrations saw a cultural shift as beer consumption rose to 1,62,344 bottles, overtaking traditional winter whisky. Explore the changing drinking trends in Karnataka.
Security Lapse at Hindalaga Jail as Contraband Thrown Over Wall
CCTV captures a masked man throwing packets containing mobile phones and suspected drugs into Belagavi's Hindalaga Central Jail, raising serious security concerns. Police investigation underway.
Belagavi Flyover Awaits Public Feedback Before Start
Belagavi's proposed flyover project will only be implemented after public consultation. A meeting on Jan 6 will gather stakeholder feedback. The project, approved in three phases, aims to ease traffic.
Belagavi civic staff demand union meeting after 10 years
Belagavi City Corporation employees submit memorandum, accusing union leadership of failing to address grievances for a decade. They demand immediate general body meeting.
AIDSO Demands Probe into RCU Belagavi Corruption Scandal
AIDSO demands an independent probe into alleged multi-crore corruption at Rani Channamma University, citing tender cost escalation and bribery. Read more.
Kerala priest arrested in Canada for sexual assault
Father James Cherickal, a Syro-Malabar priest from Kerala, arrested in Canada on charges of sexual assault and sexual interference involving a minor. The Archdiocese of Toronto has removed him from ministry.
Belagavi-Mumbai flight suspended, connectivity reduced
Belagavi's air connectivity suffers a major blow as the Mumbai flight is suspended from Dec 26, reducing direct links to just five cities. Locals express shock and disappointment.
Karnataka to Defend Belagavi DC in Privilege Row, Flyover Cleared
Karnataka PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi vows legal fight against privilege complaint by Maharashtra MP. State cabinet approves 2km Belagavi flyover. Minister also addresses Pocso case handling.
Belagavi Minor Assaults: Police Leniency Sparks Political Row
A series of sexual assaults on minors in Belagavi taluk, coupled with allegations of police inaction under political pressure, triggers a major controversy. High Court and Child Rights Commission intervene.
Russell Brand Hit With New Rape, Assault Charges
British prosecutors file new rape & sexual assault charges against comedian Russell Brand, involving two more women. Trial scheduled for June 2025. Read the latest details.
Ex-MLA Accuses Minister of Protecting POCSO Accused
Former BJP MLA Sanjay Patil alleges Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar is protecting accused in minor assault cases in Belagavi. He claims police pressure led to station bail in a serious POCSO case. Read more.
Belagavi's Smart City Bus Terminus Now Fully Functional
Belagavi's state-of-the-art city bus terminus, inaugurated in October, is now fully operational after resolving technical handover issues. The Rs 49.8 crore facility aims to decongest the city's central bus station.
Belagavi's First Flyover Approved at Rs 275.5 Crore
Belagavi's long-awaited first flyover, a 2 km Elevated Corridor from Hotel Sankam to Dharmaveer Sambhaji Maharaj Chowk, gets administrative approval. Read about the project's details and impact.
Deaf-mute woman exposes 16-year sexual abuse in Mumbai
A deaf and mute woman in Mumbai courageously reports serial sexual assault and blackmail after 16 years, prompted by another victim's suicide attempt. Read her harrowing story.
Hatha Yogi Gets 35-Year Jail for Kidnapping, Raping Minor
A Belagavi POCSO court sentenced self-styled Hatha Yogi Lokeshwar Swami to 35 years rigorous imprisonment for kidnapping and raping a minor. The survivor awarded Rs 4 lakh compensation.
Principal, teacher convicted for assaulting specially-abled girls
A Mumbai POCSO court convicts a school principal and teacher for sexually assaulting hearing & speech-impaired girls. Judge calls it a 'trauma for life'. Details on the verdict and victim compensation inside.
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