Police have booked a shopkeeper in Punjab for assaulting a woman beggar and her child with a slipper and kicking her outside a Kapurthala temple, with authorities currently searching for the accused.

Businesses in Ixelles are expressing alarm and reporting heightened tension following the killing of a beloved shopkeeper in the area.

Kurdish shopkeepers were hospitalized following an alleged racist mob attack in Istanbul, while a journalist was briefly detained for reporting on a separate alleged abduction of a pro-Kurdish party member.

Italy's magistrates union ANM stated that attacks on shopkeepers are a matter for police prevention and control, emphasizing that citizens cannot take the law into their own hands. This statement followed a jeweler receiving a long jail sentence for shooting dead robbers.

Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed a simplified and voluntary income tax regime aimed at bringing 3.5 million small shopkeepers and traders with an annual turnover of Rs200m into the tax net by 2026-27.

Shopkeepers have been given one month to install surveillance systems or face legal action, as authorities aim to curb child abuse.

A Kenyan man, Awiti, shared his experience of leaving Kenya for a promised shopkeeper job in 2024, only to find himself on the Russia-Ukraine frontline.

The historic Bit Bazaar market in Thessaloniki is struggling to survive, with shopkeepers expressing concern over numerous vacant stores and the market's uncertain future as it approaches its centenary.

Images show a mob storming a spaza shop in Soweto, interrogating foreign shopkeepers and issuing threats, highlighting ongoing xenophobic tensions.

The community in Wexford, Ireland, is in mourning following the death of a beloved and iconic local shopkeeper.

A 34-year-old shopkeeper has been arrested in the Jaxaay gendarmerie district on suspicion of raping a 7-year-old boy.

A shopkeeper in Karnataka, India, has alleged that a gang hypnotized him and subsequently looted cash from his store. The accused reportedly offered him flowers, claiming they would bring prosperity before the alleged incident.

A man who was sexually abused as a boy in the 1980s has refused to accept €20,000 offered by the convicted shopkeeper as a token of remorse, with the retailer now remanded in custody pending sentencing.

Police in Mumbai arrested a man within hours after he stabbed a shopkeeper five times, reportedly believing the shopkeeper had laughed at him.

Sir Keir Starmer faced criticism from a theft-hit shopkeeper regarding his pledge for 'tougher punishment' against shoplifters, despite claiming the tide could be turning.

Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has distributed Rs511.7 million in compensation to 200 shopkeepers affected by the January 17 blaze at Gul Plaza, with plans to compensate the remaining 1,009 traders.

Two separate fatal stabbing incidents have been reported in Bangladesh, with a shopkeeper killed in Rajshahi and a youth stabbed to death by friends in Khulna.

In Kaolack, Senegal, a shopkeeper has been accused of impregnating a deaf and mute minor, with details emerging about the alleged illicit acts.

Shopkeepers in Paphos, Cyprus, expressed pessimism over subdued Easter trading, noting that festive decorations failed to boost footfall in the city's upgraded shopping center.

A tax official in Thessaloniki, Greece, has been arrested on charges of informing shopkeepers about upcoming inspections in exchange for payment. A retired colleague is also in custody in connection with the case, which was uncovered by the Internal Affairs Service.

The price of souvlaki in Athens has reportedly risen above 4.5 euros, with shopkeepers suggesting further increases are possible after Easter.

In a video, Allan Brunon, a co-list member for the new mayor of Grenoble, insulted a shopkeeper, later apologizing while citing 'the anti-fascist struggle'.

A Pune-based entrepreneur, son of a ration shopkeeper, has launched a significant venture aimed at unlocking India's vast reserves of idle gold, transforming it into a productive asset.

Louga: A private vehicle fatally strikes a 35-year-old shopkeeper  Seneweb

Teachers, engineers, and shopkeepers in Iran are expressing growing doubts and fears about the ongoing war, with concerns that the country could descend into chaos and be left in ruins.

Greek police announced the dismantling of an extortion ring involved in blackmailing shopkeepers, street vendors, and other individuals across Pieria, Halkidiki, and Thessaloniki, with three arrests made.

Lamin Kongira recounted his attempt to extinguish a vape shop fire in Scotland after a shopkeeper alerted him to the blaze, which subsequently escalated into an inferno.

The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court rejected a plea from shopkeepers to lower rents, citing a signed affidavit as final.

Emotion, but also tensions, were caused among the Hydriots by the appearance in the island's port of an 80s dolphin to convey the atmosphere of the era in which the…

Protections for women farm workers, Rs7b for Gul Plaza shopkeepers

Gym trainer Deepak Kumar from Uttarakhand's Kotdwar became a social media sensation after defending a Muslim shopkeeper from Bajrang Dal members on January 26.

Merchants in Lisbon's city center are expressing desperation over rising insecurity, citing incidents like a tourist being shot and constant harassment of tourists and shopkeepers.

Shopkeepers in Lyon's 6th arrondissement have launched a petition demanding better response from local authorities following a series of commercial burglaries.

A five-year-old male leopard strayed from a nearby forest into Todaraisingh, Rajasthan, causing panic for five hours after surprising a shopkeeper and roaming the market.

The racket came to light after a shopkeeper in Bhalswa Dairy detected counterfeit currency while accepting payment from a customer, the police said.

A 19-year-old soldier is accused of threatening a bar owner with a weapon in a coastal area of the Archanes-Asterousia Municipality, south of Heraklion, Crete, on Sunday afternoon.

A consumer commission in Rajasthan, India, has ruled that shopkeepers cannot arbitrarily round off bills, even for small amounts, and fined a Jaipur shop ₹10,000 for charging extra.

Kyriakos Mitsotakis took a stroll through Nea Smyrni, engaging with shopkeepers and residents, while Lina Mendoni visited the 'Ionian Center' of the Holy Metropolis of Nea Ionia. Both officials made public appearances in different locations.

Heavy rainfall caused severe flooding in Sarajevo, particularly affecting the historic Baščaršija district, where shopkeepers struggled to prevent water from entering their premises.

A soda can exploded in an ice cream freezer at a shop in Rusko, Finland, causing thousands of euros in damages due to a prank by young people. The shopkeeper, despite the costs, aims to approach the youth constructively.

Residents and shopkeepers in the chic city center of Nantes, particularly near Passage Pommeraye, are grappling with an increase in drug trafficking and the presence of drug users, expressing a desire for change.

In Kaolack, a shopkeeper has been accused of impregnating a deaf and mute minor, with details emerging about the alleged illicit sexual acts.

The cost of fish and chips in the UK has almost doubled since 2019, leading shopkeepers to consider alternatives to traditional cod and haddock as prices soar.

A man has been charged following an incident in Hastings, New Zealand, where two people, including a shopkeeper, were stabbed and hospitalized.

An elderly shopkeeper, facing rape accusations, has claimed impotence as a defense, but his assertion was reportedly contradicted by a urologist's findings.

Police reported that an MBA student was allegedly raped by a shopkeeper who gained entry to her room under the guise of delivering groceries.

In St. Peter's Square, Polish nuns pray the rosary and Portuguese visitors discover the date by chance, while shops sell items related to Leo XIV, with a shopkeeper summarizing the sentiment as 'Dead Pope, new Pope.'

A 46-year-old shopkeeper in Keratsini, Greece, has been arrested after authorities seized over 500 fireworks and 300 firecrackers from his establishment. The individual faces charges related to the illegal possession of pyrotechnics.

Shopkeepers in Plaka, Athens, are expressing concerns and fearing a challenging summer season ahead.

The remote Queensland town of Cooladdi, home to just two residents, a pub, and a post office, has been put up for sale for $400,000. The new owner would also take on roles as the town's postie, publican, cook, and shopkeeper.

A Delhi Police woman inspector has been booked after she was captured on video slapping a 74-year-old shopkeeper in Rohini during a parking dispute, leading to a case being filed.

A man in Uttar Pradesh reportedly beat his 12-year-old daughter to death after a local shopkeeper complained that she had stolen a packet of candy from his shop.

A 15-year-old student was hospitalized in Rhodes after excessive alcohol consumption, leading to the arrest of a 53-year-old shopkeeper who allegedly sold him the alcoholic beverage.

A grocery shopkeeper in Delhi transformed an empty space under a metro bridge into an open-air school for underprivileged children.

An extortion ring operating in the regions of Pieria, Chalkidiki, and Thessaloniki, targeting shopkeepers, street vendors, and other individuals, has been dismantled after a months-long police investigation.

Armed robbers in Hoshiarpur, India, were locked inside a shop by the shopkeepers and subsequently begged for mercy, in a dramatic turn of events.

Sacré-Cœur: A shopkeeper arrested by the DIC with 10.5 kg of Indian hemp in the middle of a delivery  Seneweb

A thief successfully emptied a shopkeeper's counter in the Grand Standing district of Thiès, Senegal.

Deepak Kumar, the gym owner in Uttarakhand's Kotdwar who shielded a 70-year-old Muslim shopkeeper during an altercation with a mob, has protected the Tricolour and the Constitution and there is no greater act of patriotism, Rahul Gandhi said

During Ramazan, inflation has led to a surge in meat prices in Pakistan, resulting in the arrest of 125 shopkeepers and the sealing of 37 shops during enforcement operations.

Deepak, known for defending a Muslim shopkeeper, met with Rahul Gandhi, who expressed interest in joining Deepak's gym.

Kath Main, a mother whose lottery winning ticket was mistakenly thrown in the bin by a shopkeeper, has finally been allowed to claim her £12 million jackpot following an investigation by the National Lottery operator.

A Belgian shopkeeper died after being severely beaten while intervening to defend a woman who was allegedly subjected to racist and Islamophobic abuse on a Brussels tram.

A leopard entered a liquor store in an Indian city, attacking the 25-year-old owner before he managed to lock the animal inside. Security cameras captured the terrifying incident.

Nicosia mayor Charalambos Prontzos affirmed that the planned regeneration of Ledras and Onasagorou streets is essential due to aging infrastructure, despite concerns from shopkeepers and residents about the impact of the works.

Businesses in Herat, Afghanistan, are experiencing a downturn as female customers opt to stay home following a recent crackdown by morality police on women's attire, according to local shopkeepers and residents.

The Gul Plaza challan has reportedly excluded the commission report, with police naming a shopkeeper, his 11-year-old son, and union leaders as accused in the case.

A building in the center of Porto, Portugal, collapsed, but a shopkeeper and a worker managed to escape just in time after being warned to flee.

A Business Insider reporter visited ElevenLabs' pop-up event in New York City, where they experienced interactions with AI, including a robot serving coffee and an AI voice for haggling.

An AAP leader has publicly backed Deepak Kumar, who gained national attention for intervening when alleged Bajrang Dal members intimidated a 71-year-old Muslim shopkeeper, and offered ₹50,000 to help keep his gym afloat.

A shopkeeper in Kecskemét, Hungary, defrauded more than 1.6 million forints by repeatedly returning bottles that had already been redeemed, taking them from storage and re-exchanging them.

A 34-year-old shopkeeper has been arrested in the Jaxaay gendarmerie district on suspicion of raping a 7-year-old boy.

Mick Jagger participated in a comedic late-night sketch, portraying a shopkeeper with mannequin arms, delivering a memorable performance.

A heartwarming video showing a shopkeeper opening his doors to stray dogs during scorching heat has gone viral, with internet users praising his compassionate act.

An elderly shopkeeper accused of rape claimed impotence as a defense, but his claim was reportedly exposed by a urologist.

A 67-year-old grocery shop owner has been arrested in Bhubaneswar, India, on charges of allegedly raping an MBA student in her rented room after delivering groceries.

The article delves into how actor Boman Irani found creative inspiration from his experience as a 'dukandaar' (shopkeeper), with a psychiatrist offering insights into the mentality behind it.

Причината е участие в схема за купуване на гласове за изборите в неделя 19 април.. Кметът Зекерие Аптула дал пари на собственик...

A tax official and a retired colleague in Thessaloniki, Greece, accused of informing shopkeepers about impending tax audits for a fee, have been released with restrictive conditions.

A 64-year-old tax official in Thessaloniki was arrested for allegedly taking money to warn shopkeepers about upcoming inspections, dismantling a well-organized 'information' operation.

A shopkeeper in Sandaga was arrested after being caught stealing from his wholesaler to stock his own shelves.

A detailed report examines how Paris has seen its working-class populations, including laborers, artisans, and shopkeepers, leave the city over the past 50 years, a demographic shift that sheds light on recent municipal election results.

The on-campus sale of books and uniforms has been banned following allegations from parents about continued collusion between private schools and shopkeepers.

Police suspect that the cylinders were being stocked to create artificial scarcity and sell them to consumers at inflated prices

Teachers, engineers and shopkeepers tell the BBC they fear Iran falling into chaos.

An Additional DC has directed officials to strictly enforce bans on packing hot food in plastic and newspapers, and to penalize those smoking tobacco in public and shopkeepers selling loose cigarettes.

Thousands of NATO troops are in Finland for the Cold Response 26 exercise, with local shopkeepers noting soldiers' preference for energy drinks, crisps, and sweets.

A shopkeeper in Sacré-Cœur was arrested by the DIC with 10.5 kg of Indian hemp during a delivery.

An NGO has organized a three-day temporary market, dubbed 'Gul Plaza,' for traders who have been affected by an unspecified event, drawing large crowds.

KARACHI: More than a month after flames ripped through Gul Plaza, leaving devastation and livelihoods reduced to ashes, relief has finally arrived for nearly 1,000 affected traders with the Sindh cabinet’s approval of a Rs7 billion compensation package, offering some hope of financial recovery to those who lost everything in the deadly blaze. The Sindh government along with the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC), finalised the estimate of losses incurred by the shopkeepers of Gul Plaza in...

There's "no need to fear" was the clear message from Rahul Gandhi to Deepak Kumar, a gymnasium owner in Uttarakhand, who made headlines when he identified himself as "Mohammad Deepak" while defending a Muslim shopkeeper.

The Sindh Chief Minister has assured affected shopkeepers from the ill-fated Gul Plaza in Karachi that they will be temporarily accommodated in other city markets.