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Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Trial delay forces HC to quash criminal proceedings against 2
Cuttack: Observing that prolonged delay had violated the fundamental right to a speedy trial under Article 21 of the Constitution, Orissa high court has quashed criminal proceedings against two persons in a 2015 snatching and assault case. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Tribikram Acharya and Sk Immtiaz Chand had moved the high court seeking quashing of a Jan 24, 2024 order that had allowed the framing of charges against them in a case which was registered 9 years back. A systems administrator at a private computer education institute had lodged a case at Saheed Nagar police station, alleging that Acharya and Chand, who were faculty members, had assaulted him and snatched his gold chain, ring, wallet, ATM card and cash after a dispute over salary. Though investigation was completed and chargesheet filed, the trial did not commence in all these years. The petitioners approached the court in 2025, citing mental harassment and denial of a fair trial. In his judgment delivered on July 14, Justice Aditya Kumar Mohapatra noted that the delay was "solely attributable to the non-appearance of prosecution witnesses, including the informant." The court observed that despite issuance of arrest warrants, the witnesses had not been produced, making it impossible for trial to begin. "There is no doubt in the mind of the court that serious prejudice has been caused to the petitioners," the judge observed, adding that the accused had already suffered punishment in the form of prolonged mental agony and trial uncertainty. Terming it a "rare and exceptional case," the court invoked its inherent powers to quash the FIR, chargesheet and all proceedings pending before a JMFC Court in Bhubaneswar. The judge held that continuing the case would serve no purpose and would further violate the petitioners' constitutional rights.
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Time of India
Chhattisgarh PWD exam scam: 2 sisters held with gadgets; candidate caught using spy cam
RAIPUR: It's not a filmy scene from Munna Bhai MBBS but is coming straight out of an examination centre of Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur district where two sisters armed with a dozen gadgets, were arrested after they carefully orchestrated cheating scene during PWD Sub-Engineer recruitment exam on Sunday. The whistle blower who helped cracking the case was a taxi driver who found the girl with gadgets suspicious and informed NSUI people. A young woman walked into an exam hall with a spy camera hidden in her undergarments and a micro earpiece tucked inside her earring. Her sister, stationed outside in an auto-rickshaw, was equipped with a tablet, walkie-talkie, and bluetooth devices, feeding her answers live as the test progressed. The incident took place at exam centre number 1309 of Government Boys Higher Secondary School in Sarkanda region of Bilaspur, during the recruitment exam conducted by the Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board for Sub-Engineer (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical) posts. Over 14,000 candidates appeared across the state for 113 advertised vacancies, but it was this high-tech scam that ended up hitting headlines. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Could Be the Best Time to Trade Gold in 5 Years IC Markets Learn More Undo Operation Spy Cam: How It Unravelled The accused, Annu,21, Surya from Jashpur district, had entered the examination centre like any other candidate. What set her apart, though, was the spy camera sewn discreetly into her undergarments and a nearly invisible micro earpiece in her earring. These gadgets were used to transmit the question paper to her sister, Anuradha, waiting outside. Anuradha, 19, wasn't just sitting idle. From inside an auto-rickshaw parked discreetly nearby, she scanned answers on a tablet, communicated via walkie-talkie, and relayed solutions back to her sister mid-exam. The sisters' operation was so slick it might have worked, had it not been for a vigilant autorickshaw driver who had connections with NSUI group and he alerted them. Speaking to TOI, Bilaspur SP Rajnesh Singh said, 'The sisters have been arrested and sent on police remand. The duo came from Jashpur and hired a taxi from Bilaspur railway station to the exam centre. But the driver grew suspicious when one of the girls began setting up a walkie-talkie and other gadgets inside the car, and he refused to cooperate.' The dropped them off and alerted NSUI leader Vikas Singh Thakur, who promptly arrived with volunteers. Spotting the suspicious activity near the centre, Vikas confronted Anuradha and shot a video of the incident. His team discovered a shocking collection of tech: walkie-talkies, tablets, bluetooth devices, even a mini wireless transmitter. The footage went viral on social media, setting the stage for police intervention. Caught Inside the Exam Hall Meanwhile, inside the exam centre, invigilators were tipped off by NSUI activists. A team frisked Annu and found the spy camera and earpiece. Police official said that she had completed nearly 100 questions just 15 minutes before the exam ended, raising serious concerns over the scale and success of her cheating attempt. Centre officials acted swiftly, handed over the evidence, and filed a formal cheating case at Sarkanda police station. SP said that preliminary investigation revealed the devices were purchased online, and a case under IT Act, fraud, and criminal conspiracy has been registered against the girls. Police are also probing the possibility of a larger organized cheating network besides, the role of security at the centres was also being probed. In a statementissued by state govt public relations team, the state has adopted a 'zero tolerance' policy towards cheating and have termed this a case of "organised electronic malpractice." Officials say the entire process was documented and reported, and stern action will follow as per law. Political Uproar The cheating scandal triggered political uproar as NSUI leaders gathered at the centre, demanding an independent probe into not just this incident but other centres across the state. NSUI State President Neeraj Pandey accused the administration of negligence and alleged the involvement of a larger network, saying, 'This cannot happen without system-level loopholes or political shelter.'
Wales Online
13-07-2025
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- Wales Online
BBC's Annabel Croft suffered traumatic flashbacks after tragedy
BBC's Annabel Croft suffered traumatic flashbacks after tragedy Annabel Croft has become one of the BBC's most recognisable tennis pundits, but things have been difficult for the 58-year-old away from the court, following the death of her husband Mel Coleman British former tennis player Annabel Croft (Image: 2025 Visionhaus ) Annabel Croft, one of the BBC's most distinguished and recognisable tennis pundits and commentators, has a wealth of expertise and experience in the sport. At 58, she boasts an impressive career, having clinched the junior Wimbledon title back in 1984. Since her debut as a Wimbledon summariser on BBC 5 Live in 2000, she has become a knowledgeable and refined voice for the BBC. However, life off the court hasn't been smooth sailing for Croft, who continues to grieve the loss of her husband Mel Coleman in 2023. Despite her personal loss, she remains a fixture on our screens, providing expert commentary on all things tennis. As we reach men's final day at Wimbledon, where Croft will conduct the post-match on-court interviews with Carlos Alcaraz and Yannik Sinner, we delve into Croft's life and career. Substantial net worth Determining her exact net worth can be challenging, but previous reports suggest that Croft's value stands at approximately £1.2million. This figure takes into account the prize money she accumulated throughout her tennis career, which saw her peak at No.24 in the world rankings and earn £201,254 in winnings. However, it is believed that the majority of her net worth stems from her television work. Croft was a contestant in Series 21 of Strictly Come Dancing, where she secured fourth place alongside dance partner Johannes Radebe. Article continues below Croft has a distinguished career in broadcasting, having presented shows such as 'Treasure Hunt' and 'Inceptor', alongside her role as a tennis pundit for the BBC, Eurosport and Sky Sports. Her primary focus is with the BBC, where she serves as a commentator, pundit, and presenter, particularly during Wimbledon season. Tragic loss of beloved husband In a tragic turn of events in May 2023, Croft's husband of three decades, Mel Coleman, succumbed to sepsis after a valiant struggle with stage four colon cancer that had metastasised throughout his body. Speaking to The Telegraph, Croft disclosed that an overwhelming 97 per cent of his liver was afflicted with tumours. A mere 12 weeks post-diagnosis, Coleman passed away at 60 years old. Croft does not expect to return to the dating scene any time soon (Image: Getty Images ) While initially believed to have died from cancer, Croft clarified that the actual cause was sepsis, potentially triggered by a perforated tumour during a flight home from Portugal. Reflecting on the harrowing experience of her husband's demise, Croft shared: "I have traumatic flashbacks of the day Mel died. During his final hours, as he drifted in and out of consciousness, he started listing instructions like, 'Change the tyre on the van' and then saying to the children, 'Sorry I can't be there for your weddings'. "That memory breaks my heart. After Mel died, it didn't feel real, but as though he was away on a trip and would reappear. Weirdly, the pain of grief feels like it's growing, rather than easing, because of the realisation that he's not coming back." Views on dating The passing of Coleman, which occurred just over two years ago, understandably still affects Croft deeply. She has recently expressed that she's not mentally prepared to re-enter the dating world, saying: "I don't want to be a professional widow, but I'm not ready for another partner." Article continues below In a separate chat with Hello magazine, Croft reiterated her feelings, making clear that the thought of a new relationship is not on her mind at all. The celebrity from Orpington remarked: "I don't even consider it. "It's not something I'm thinking about at all. I'm not in that headspace – it's way too soon."
