5 Oct, 2026: Firing on police in Kankhal, bus accident in Jwalapur and other news

Firing on Police in Khanpur, Temple Thief Arif Injured

On October 3, the police took action to apprehend the accused Arif, who was stealing donation boxes from temples in Khanpur. The accused attempted to run over the police officers and fired while hiding in a sugarcane field, resulting in a gunshot wound to his leg.

Agni Veer Recruitment Rally Begins in Roorkee, Thousands of Youth Attend

The Indian Army's Agni Veer recruitment rally is ongoing in Roorkee from October 5 to 23. Joint Magistrate Deepak Ramchandra Seth inaugurated the process, which is seeing participation from thousands of candidates from the Garhwal division and Uttar Pradesh.

Sachin Tora Makes Serious Allegations Against Farmer Organization, Issues Warning

Sachin Tora, National President of the Bharatiya Kisan Union Tora, made serious allegations against some members of a farmer organization during a press conference in Roorkee, warning them to cease their activities or face dire consequences.

Bharatiya Kisan Union Tora Issues Warning to Government Over Farmers' Issues in Roorkee

The Bharatiya Kisan Union Tora has demanded the government fulfill eight demands regarding farmers' issues in Roorkee. The organization has raised questions about the functioning of the consolidation department.

Out-of-Control Bus Collides with Five Vehicles, Driver Seriously Injured

In Jwalapur on Monday morning, a speeding bus collided with an auto and four cars near Durga Chowk. In the accident, auto driver Trilok Singh Gusain lost one hand and has been referred to Jolly Grant Higher Center in serious condition.

Part of Toilet Collapses at Amrit Law College, PAC Personnel Trapped in Debris

On Monday, a part of the toilet collapsed at Amrit Law College in Dhanouri, trapping PAC personnel Adil in the debris. A rescue operation was conducted to safely extract the personnel, but his condition is reported to be serious.

Elephant Attacks Thar, Attempts to Flip It Three Times

On the Haridwar-Najibabad Highway, an elephant attacked a Thar vehicle, narrowly missing the occupants. The elephant became aggressive when a young man attempted to take a photo, trying to flip the vehicle three times.

Harak Singh Accuses Kumbh Budget of Corruption, Says It Disrespects Faith

Former Cabinet Minister Harak Singh Rawat accused the BJP government of corruption amounting to thousands of crores in the preparations for the Kumbh Mela in Haridwar. He stated that the faith of the people is being disrespected in the name of Kumbh.

Property Prices in Haridwar May Increase by Up to 100 Percent Due to Ganga Expressway

The expansion of the Ganga Expressway is expected to increase property prices in Haridwar by 80 to 100 percent. This project will strengthen connectivity between Prayagraj and Haridwar.