Maharashtra DGP sends proposal to suspend Param Bir Singh

Mumbai: Maharashtra DGP Sanjay Pandey has sent a proposal to suspend IPS officer Param Bir Singh and other cops named in “extortion” cases, but the Home Department has sought more details. PTI

Man forced to arrange feast for entering temple

Koppal (Karnataka): A man, belonging to SC community, was forced to arrange a feast spending Rs11,000 for entering a temple in a village about 11 days ago. The incident came to light on Friday. PTI

US states declare Oct as Hindu Heritage Month

Houston: Several US states, including Texas, Florida, New Jersey and Ohio, have proclaimed October as the Hindu Heritage Month, noting that Hinduism has “contributed greatly” to America. PTI