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2 Undertrials Facing POCSO Charges Escape From Srinagar Central Jail, Manhunt Launched

Two undertrials facing charges under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act allegedly escaped from the Central Jail in Srinagar, officials said on Sunday. The two were identified as Farman Khan, a resident of Rajasthan, and Mukhtar Ahmad Gujjar, a resident of Anantnag district in Jammu and Kashmir. Khan faces charges under Sections 3 and 4 of the POCSO Act, pertaining to…

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Pete Buttigieg Returns to the State That Derailed His 2020 Bid

"If we recognize and embrace a future that is different from the past, we will do better," Buttigieg said on Saturday.

  • Pete Buttigieg returns to South Carolina, his 2020 bid's setback state.
  • Buttigieg debates potential 2028 Democratic nomination run.
  • South Carolina to lead 2028 primaries, targeting Black and Latino voters.

·newsweek.com

Transcript: Rep. Seth Moulton on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 23, 2026

The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Seth Moulton, Democrat of Massachusetts and Senate primary candidate, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 23, 2026.

  • Rep. Seth Moulton discusses primary challenge against Ed Markey on Face the Nation.
  • Markey, a 50-year veteran, struggles with modern technology and AI advancements.
  • 70% of Massachusetts Democrats want new leadership in the Democratic Party.

·cbsnews.com

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