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Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Businessman gets life for Pinjore murder disguised as accident
1 2 Chandigarh: In a chilling reminder of how deep-seated grudges can turn deadly, a sessions court in Panchkula on Friday sentenced 65-year-old businessman Sanjeev Kumar Arora to rigorous life imprisonment for the cold-blooded murder of trader Narinder Kumar Mittal — a crime masked as a road accident but rooted in a bitter property dispute. Arora, who ran over Mittal with his SUV in Pinjore in Sept 2020, was also fined Rs 25,000 by the district and sessions judge Ved Parkash Sirohi. Mittal, a trader from Sector 26, Panchkula, was found dead near his mangled scooter on a slip road near the HMT premises in Pinjore on September 27, 2020. At first glance, it looked like a tragic accident. But something didn't sit right with the police — and certainly not with Mittal's son, Sachin Jain. As investigators combed the scene, a broken piece of a number plate — later traced back to Arora's SUV — cracked open the case. Sachin, who identified his father's body at the mortuary, told police that Arora had long harbored a grudge over a residential property in Baltana. His father had even complained of being followed and threatened. The police acted swiftly. Arora was arrested, and during interrogation, he confessed to the crime and led police to the exact spot where it occurred. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo by Taboola by Taboola Forensic tests on both vehicles confirmed the collision wasn't accidental — it was deliberate. Despite being released on bail during the trial, Arora's fate was sealed by scientific evidence and spot analysis, said additional district attorney Akash Tanwar, who represented the prosecution. While the defence pleaded for leniency, Tanwar pushed for an exemplary sentence — and the court agreed.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- Indian Express
PM to virtually inaugurate Halwara airport civil terminal building on July 27; no word on flight operations yet
Nearly seven years after the Punjab government approved the project, with missing deadlines since 2018, the newly constructed Halwara airport civil terminal building will be inaugurated virtually via video-conferencing by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 27. Ludhiana Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Jain said following a confirmation from the Airport Authority of India (AAI), preparations for the event have been commenced. The terminal has been constructed near the Indian Air Force (IAF) base in Halwara, Raikot sub-division in Ludhiana district, following a long pending demand of local residents for an 'international airport' in the district. Initially, the new terminal building is meant to cater just one domestic flight at a time, with a capacity of 150 passengers each for arrival and departure for a flight. While this building is set to be inaugurated on July 27, there is yet no confirmation on when flight operations would begin there. 'Neither we have any schedule on when flights would begin from the new terminal nor do we know which carrier would commence the first flight. It would probably be Air India, which might operate a flight to Delhi, but there is no confirmation yet. Some security permissions and other work are still pending. The building would be inaugurated on July 27, as per the schedule received from the Centre,' an official said, requesting anonymity. The official further said: 'A discussion to shift the lone FlyBig Ludhiana-Delhi flight, which currently operates from Sahnewal domestic airport, to the new Halwara terminal — following which Sahnewal facility will be closed permanently — is underway.' Addressing a press conference on the development works in Ludhiana on Friday, Punjab's Industries and Commerce, Investment Promotion and NRI Affairs Minister Sanjeev Arora said PM Modi would inaugurate the new terminal building. 'The AAI, in collaboration with the district administration, has been finalising preparations for the inauguration. The terminal will be dedicated to the public on July 27, with Air India to announce flight commencement dates thereafter,' Arora said. Arora — who recently won the Ludhiana West bypoll on AAP ticket — was previously a Rajya Sabha member from Ludhiana, and had been following up on the Halwara terminal project with the Centre. While the successive Punjab governments — currently led by the AAP and earlier by the Congress — have claimed the upcoming Halwara airport to be an 'international' facility, it will apparently take several years for it to become a reality. An international airport in Ludhiana has been a long pending demand of industrialists and businessmen, who currently have to take flights from Delhi, Amritsar or Chandigarh, despite the city being an industrial hub. Issue over the name Though the airport has been named 'Halwara airport' due to its proximity to the IAF's Halwara base, the terminal is located in Aitiana village where at least 272 farmers have given away over 162 acres of land for the project. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann earlier announced the AAP government had proposed that the Halwara airport should be renamed after local hero, freedom fighter, and Ghadar revolutionary Shaheed Kartar Singh Sarabha, who was hanged by the British when he was just 19. He belonged to Sarabha village in Ludhiana district. The Centre, however, is yet to approve the proposed name, sources said. The inexplicable delay
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Harassed by mall mgmt, says Thai woman; faces FIR too
Noida: A Thai woman running a clothing business at Spectrum Mall in Sector 75 has accused its management of causing mental harassment. She, too, faces an FIR for alleged misconduct. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Azra Siyawala, who has been operating 'Azra Ethnic' from four kiosks at the mall since Aug 2023, has filed a police complaint against five persons, including the mall's operation in-charge Amit Tyagi and neighbouring shopkeeper Gaurav Arora. She also informed the Thai Embassy about the alleged harassment. Siyawala, who lives with her daughter at Amrapali Sapphire in Sector 45, holds an OCI (overseas citizen of India) card. According to her complaint filed at Sector 113 police station on Thursday, the mall management allegedly demolished two of her kiosks in May this year and repeatedly cut off electricity supply. She claimed that when she protested, Tyagi demanded Rs 1.5 lakh as broker charges. A case was registered against the five persons under multiple sections, including criminal intimidation, mischief, extortion, and defamation. Apart from Tyagi and Arora, the FIR names Rahul Tripathi, Vineet Jajodia, and Raj Dagar of the mall management. The controversy has now taken a new turn with Arora, the neighbouring shopkeeper, alleging harassment by Siyawala and her daughter. He alleged the mother-daughter duo had been creating false evidence by recording videos of themselves crying outside his shop. Arora, who purchased two kiosks four months ago, also alleged that he faced a "deadly attack" on June 26 when he refused to vacate his shop. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The mall management has refuted Siyawala's allegations. It has released a statement saying, "The complaint contains false, baseless, and factually incorrect allegations." It has also claimed that Siyawala has a history of "inappropriate behaviour towards the mall staff and visitors" and has consistently violated mall regulations despite warnings. "An FIR was filed against her due to her persistent misconduct. A formal communication has been initiated with the concerned embassy," the management stated.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Indian Express
Panchkula man sentenced to life for murder over property dispute
The Sessions Court in Panchkula Friday sentenced 65-year-old Sanjeev Kumar Arora to life imprisonment for the murder of Narinder Kumar Mittal, a businessman, in a deliberate hit-and-run incident on September 27, 2020. The verdict, delivered by Sessions Judge Ved Parkash Sirohi, also imposed a fine of ₹25,000 on Arora, with an additional year of simple imprisonment in case of non-payment. The case, registered under Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) at Pinjore police station, stemmed from a property dispute. According to the prosecution, Arora harboured a grudge against Mittal over a house transaction in Saini Vihar, Baltana. Mittal's son, Sachin Jain, had purchased the property from Pinki, but Arora claimed he had an agreement to sell the same house and demanded that Mittal execute a sale deed in favour of his chosen buyer. When Mittal refused, Arora allegedly threatened him and his son, leading to escalating tensions. On the morning of the incident, Arora, driving his Maruti Brezza, intentionally struck Mittal's scooter from behind on the Panchkula-Shimla Highway near HMT, Pinjore, causing fatal injuries. The prosecution, led by advocate Akash Tanwar, presented compelling circumstantial evidence, including a broken number plate of Arora's car found at the scene, CCTV footage from Chandimandir Toll Plaza showing his vehicle near the crime scene, and a Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) report confirming that plastic pieces from the site matched the grill of Arora's car. The court noted that Arora failed to explain the presence of his vehicle at the scene, strengthening the case against him. Despite defence arguments that the incident was an accident and that the prosecution failed to prove motive due to the death of key witness Sachin Jain, the court relied on the chain of circumstantial evidence. The judge said that the absence of an eyewitness did not weaken the case, as the evidence unerringly pointed to Arora's guilt. The court also dismissed claims of procedural lapses, affirming that the prosecution had established the intentional nature of the act. During the sentencing hearing, Arora's counsel pleaded for leniency, citing his age, health issues, and status as the sole breadwinner for his wife and three children. However, Akash Tanwar, the public prosecutor, argued that the gravity of the crime warranted stringent punishment to deter similar offences. Judge Sirohi, agreeing with the prosecution, sentenced Arora to rigorous imprisonment for life, emphasising the deliberate and malicious nature of the murder. The court ordered that the period Arora spent in detention during the investigation and trial be set off against his sentence. The case property is to be disposed of after the appeal period or in accordance with any appellate court ruling. A copy of the judgment was provided to Arora free of cost, and the case file has been consigned to the record room.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Health
- NDTV
Donald Trump Diagnosed With Chronic Venous Insufficiency: What Is CVI? Symptoms, Risk Factors And More
US President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), the White House announced on Thursday. This clears the speculation over viral photos of Trump's swollen ankles and bruises on his hand. In a media briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Trump, 79, was found to be suffering from chronic venous insufficiency after the President underwent a check-up, noticing "mild swelling" in his ankles. What is chronic venous insufficiency (CVI)? Chronic venous insufficiency is a condition in which your veins have trouble sending blood from your limbs back to the heart. This insufficient flow of blood to the heart causes the blood to pool or collect in the veins in your legs. "Normally, veins carry deoxygenated blood upward with the help of one-way valves that prevent blood from flowing backward. In CVI, these valves become weak or damaged, leading to poor blood circulation and causing blood to pool in the lower legs. This backward flow, known as venous reflux, results in increased pressure within the veins and can lead to visible and uncomfortable symptoms," said Dr. Manisha Arora, Director - Internal Medicine at the CK Birla Hospital, Delhi. Several factors can cause venous insufficiency, though it's commonly caused by blood clots (deep vein thrombosis) and varicose veins. Over time, CVI can cause pain, swelling, and skin changes. What are the symptoms of CVI? "Common symptoms of CVI include swelling in the feet and ankles, aching or heaviness in the legs, and visibly enlarged or twisted veins (varicose veins). As the condition progresses, patients may notice dark skin discoloration, especially around the ankles, skin thickening, and in some cases, painful open sores or ulcers.," Dr. Arora added. Common symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency include: Swelling or heaviness in the legs and ankles Leg cramps Itchiness Varicose veins Leg ulcers Changes in skin colour of the legs and ankles "These signs are often mistaken for normal aging issues, which can delay diagnosis. Fortunately, a simple, non-invasive test like a Doppler ultrasound can confirm CVI, allowing for timely treatment," the expert mentioned. Who is at risk? The risk for CVI goes up as you age, especially over age 50. "CVI is more common in older adults due to the natural wear and tear on vein walls and valves that comes with aging. Over time, these valves may lose their strength and elasticity, making it harder for them to keep blood flowing in the right direction. Other age-related factors like reduced mobility, higher chances of obesity, and longer periods of sitting or standing can further contribute to vein dysfunction. Genetics can also play a role, increasing the risk among seniors with a family history of vein disorders," Dr. Arora explained. Other risk factors include: Gender: Women are at a higher risk of CVI and other vein problems. Obesity: Excess weight puts pressure on the veins. Pregnancy: When pregnant, the increased blood volume and pressure can strain the veins. Smoking habits: Smoking can trigger CVI by affecting blood flow and vein health. Sedentary lifestyle: Prolonged sitting can contribute to blood pooling in the veins of the legs and also affect the muscles' ability to pump blood. Additionally, family history of CVI, DVT and blood clots can increase the risk. Treatment for chronic venous insufficiency typically involves compression therapy, lifestyle changes and medication that help improve blood flow and reduce leg swelling.
