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Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Family in Ludhiana protests with body of daughter after father held in police custody.
Ludhiana: A poor auto-rickshaw driver picked up by police in connection with a Pocso case of abduction was unable to see his dying daughter for three days. His nine-year-old child, a cancer patient, died on Tuesday after allegedly missing critical treatment — while her father remained in what the family claims was illegal custody. The grief-stricken family of this auto-rickshaw driver staged a dramatic protest against police outside the deputy commissioner's office in the mini secretariat on Wednesday, where it placed the body of his daughter on the pavement, claiming her death could have been prevented had her father not been taken away and held for three days in connection with a minor girl's abduction case. The auto-rickshaw driver said: "My daughter needed urgent treatment, but the police didn't listen. They held me without reason. I was released only after my daughter died. I want justice." The Incident The family claims that two police officers and a local man identifying himself as a social worker had picked up the man on July 27 around 8 pm from his house in Haibowal area. The police allegedly accused him of involvement in the abduction of a minor girl — an incident for which his cousin had been arrested already. The man claims that despite informing the cops that his daughter had critical ailment and required medical attention, all his pleas were ignored. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Top Doctor: If You Eat Banana Every Day, This Is What Happens WellnessGuide Learn more Undo He was allegedly kept at the Jagatpuri police post until Tuesday, when his family informed him of his daughter's death. The girl, they said, had missed life-sustaining care in his absence. The family also accused the so-called social worker of assaulting the driver physically in custody and demanding ₹8 lakh from him to "settle" the case. They further allged that this social worker had personal ties to the family of the abducted girl, raising concerns of conflict of interest. Police Response Police arrived at the protest site shortly after it began and collected a written complaint from the family. Additional deputy commissioner of police (ADCP-III) Kanwalpreet Singh confirmed that an FIR had been lodged earlier this month against the auto-rickshaw driver's cousin in the alleged abduction and rape of a minor girl under the Pocso (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act. ADCP Kanwalpreet Singh said: "During questioning, the accused named the auto-rickshaw driver as an accomplice, which is why we summoned him for verification. He informed us about his daughter's illness, and we let him go the same day. His daughter's death is tragic, but the protest appears to be an attempt to exert pressure on police to clear his name." The ADCP also confirmed that the department would also investigate the allegations against the social worker, including claims of assault and extortion. "We are verifying the facts. If any wrongdoing is found — by police or civilians — it will be acted upon," he said. Ongoing Investigation While no action has been taken against the officers involved, police claim to be probing both the initial abduction case and the counter-allegations raised by the auto-rickshaw driver's family. The girl's death has added a tragic dimension to an already complex case, raising questions about due process, custodial protocol, and the intersection of justice and medical neglect. MSID:: 122999125 413 |
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
2 burglars nabbed in encounter in Kashi
Varanasi: In a joint action by Bhelupur and Lanka police, two members of a burglars' gang, including its kingpin, were arrested late on Tuesday night following an exchange of fire near Lautubir underpass area. The gang was involved in many thefts in city areas in recent days. Providing details of the late-night action to reporters on Wednesday, ADCP Kashi zone T Sarvanan said that, on a tip-off, the Bhelupur and Lanka police cordoned off the Lautubir area and launched a massive checking drive around midnight. In the meantime, leader of the gang—Titli gang, Sachin Rawat (26) of Gadhwaghat Malahiya area, and his accomplice, Sameer Sonkar (19) of Bhagwanpur, passed through the area. When the police team asked them to stop they tried to escape. On finding themselves surrounded, the duo opened fire on the police team. When the police retaliated, Rawat suffered bullet injuries in his and was arrested along with Sonkar, said the ADCP. Police have recovered two country-made revolvers and cartridges from their possession. Injured Rawat was admitted to the trauma centre of BHU. Police had intensified the search for these two after six members of the Titli gang, including a minor, were caught on July 11 in connection with a theft in Durgakund area. Stolen goods worth approximately Rs 7.5 lakh and cash worth Rs 6.50 lakh obtained from selling the looted goods was recovered from the arrested members. A total of 14 cases were lodged against Rawat, while Sonkar was booked in eight. The menace of this gang was faced in many parts of the district in recent months.
India Today
3 days ago
- India Today
Kanwariya beaten by shopkeeper in Varanasi, told 'bol Ram' chant not acceptable
A kanwariya was allegedly assaulted by a Muslim shopkeeper in the Rani Bazar area of Varanasi, triggering widespread unrest and a road blockade by angry devotees. The incident, which occurred as the kanwariyas were passing through the area carrying holy water, led to police registering an FIR against six individuals based on the victims' said that the situation escalated when a kanwariya entered a shop named Lucky Shoes Center to buy socks. The devotee reportedly had a bleeding foot, and an argument broke out with the shopkeeper, which soon turned into a physical of the eyewitness kanwariyas claimed he attempted to intervene but was also beaten by the assailants, who allegedly shouted that 'bol Bam' chants were not acceptable to them. The attack sparked immediate outrage among fellow kanwariyas, who gathered in large numbers and blocked the Jansa-Rajatalab road for nearly half an blockade drew a heavy police presence as multiple units rushed to the site to control the situation and prevent further escalation. Despite efforts by police to pacify the protestors, the kanwariyas and local residents demanded the immediate arrest of the flared further when Bajrang Dal's district president arrived at the scene and pressured the police to take action. A heated scuffle broke out between the leader and senior police officials, including the DCP and ADCP, resulting in the police taking him into custody. He was later on the matter, Anil Barnwal, the village head of Rani Bazar, said the group of kanwariyas was en route from Rameshwaram, passing through Adalpura and Badi Sheetla. He confirmed that the dispute began when a kanwariya attempted to purchase socks and was Police Commissionerate later issued a press release confirming that the incident took place on July 28 in the Rajatalab area and involved a dispute between a kanwariya and a to the release, police reached the scene promptly and brought the situation under control. An FIR was registered based on the written complaint filed by the kanwariyas, and six accused individuals have been taken into release also noted that a sufficient police force has been deployed in the area, and the situation is currently peaceful with law and order under Police Commissioner (Law and Order) Shivhari Meena stated that the local police's mobile unit reached the spot immediately after receiving information about the confirmed that the FIR was registered based on the kanwariyas' complaint and that six individuals were taken into custody. He added that adequate police personnel have been deployed at the scene and the situation is under control.- EndsTrending Reel
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
LDA announces jogging track, otheramenities at Gomti Riverfront
Lucknow: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) will construct a 500-metre jogging track at Morpankhi Lawn near Marine Drive as part of new development works planned for the Gomti Riverfront. The decision was taken after LDA vice-chairman Prathmesh Kumar conducted a survey of Gomti Riverfront and nearby locations on Saturday. The project, covering a 380-metre stretch between ADCP office and Pipraghat, includes a jogging track, open gym, yoga hut, gazebo, improved lighting, and a new toilet block at a cost of about Rs 28 lakh near the CO office on Marine Drive in Gomtinagar. "We are increasing recreational facilities and improving public access to the riverfront. Five new entry and exit points will be created between Lohia Setu and the ADCP office to make the area more accessible to visitors," he said. tnn He added that the work would use around Rs 11 crore from infrastructural fund for development, horticulture, electrification, and maintenance work. Meanwhile, LDA officials also acted against unauthorised occupation of public land near Gomtinagar Extension on Saturday. The authority demolished encroachments, including a private cricket academy, from about 15 acres of LDA land near G20 road. After site inspection, Kumar directed officials to clear the land and asked for a survey of all encroachments on the land.
Hindustan Times
15-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
Punjab: 23-year-old stabbed to death in Jalandhar, 2 arrested
A 23-year-old man was stabbed to death in Jalandhar's Bhargo Camp area in the early hours of Monday, following an altercation allegedly sparked by a misinterpreted exchange of glances. The deceased has been identified as Varun Kumar, a resident of the area. According to police, the incident occurred while Varun was walking in a street accompanied by his two cousins, Lokesh and Vishal. A case under Section 109 (murder) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) has been registered at the Bhargo Camp police station. Additional deputy commissioner of police (ADCP) Harinder Singh said the accused have been identified as Dhruv Kumar (18), Sunil Kumar (25) and Sonu Pandit (24), all residents of Bhargo Camp. 'The confrontation began when the victim and the accused inadvertently looked at each other, which was perceived as a challenge, escalating into a heated argument,' Singh said. The situation quickly turned violent. Varun was fatally attacked with a knife, while his cousins sustained multiple injuries. 'Varun's father and other family members tried to intervene but were also assaulted during the melee,' the ADCP added. Varun was rushed to a nearby hospital but was declared brought dead. His body has been sent for a postmortem examination. Police arrested Dhruv and Sunil within hours of the crime, while a manhunt is underway to apprehend the third accused, Sonu Pandit. A case under Section 109 (murder) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) has been registered at the Bhargo Camp police station. Further investigation is ongoing, police added.
