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Yahoo
a day ago
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- Yahoo
Jail, caning for Singapore man who extorted girl, 16, after she withdrew from ‘sugar daddy' deal
SINGAPORE, June 2 — A man who extorted a 16-year-old girl by falsely claiming he was taking legal action against her after she backed out of a 'sugar daddy' arrangement was sentenced to jail and caning on Monday. Marc Justine Landrio Chandramohan, 27, was handed a jail term of two years, 11 months and 10 weeks, and three strokes of the cane, according to a report published in Channel News Asia today. He will begin serving his sentence on Friday after being granted a few days to settle his debts. The Singaporean had earlier pleaded guilty to seven charges, including communicating with a minor to obtain commercial sex, abetting the distribution of obscene images and videos, extortion, cheating, making obscene films, and abetting unauthorised access to a computer function. Another nine charges — mostly linked to making obscene films — were taken into consideration for sentencing by Principal District Judge Victor Yeo Khee Eng. Three victims were involved in the case, including the girl who was extorted. Two others were filmed by Chandramohan during sex acts. Their identities are protected by a gag order. Judge Yeo noted Chandramohan's 'premeditated and predatory behaviour', saying he preyed on a young and naive victim and continued to pressure her for sex and money even though she owed him 'absolutely nothing'. The victim's relationship with her family was affected, and she reported feeling that her body was 'dirty', becoming sensitive to physical touch and panicking when she saw someone who resembled Chandramohan. Yeo said deterrence was the predominant sentencing consideration, both for the accused and for would-be offenders. He acknowledged Chandramohan's remorse and readiness to face punishment. The court previously heard that Chandramohan began chatting with the victim on Instagram in July 2021, proposing to pay her S$900 (RM2,980) for sexual favours. She initially agreed and sent him four nude or semi-nude photos and a video of herself removing her school uniform at his instruction. Chandramohan transferred S$100 to her on July 24, 2021. The victim later regretted the arrangement, told him she wanted to back out, and blocked him on social media. He then began harassing her over the money, using new Instagram accounts to contact her and threatening legal action. Despite a friend repaying the S$100 on her behalf, Chandramohan continued demanding sexual favours. In early 2022, the girl gave in and performed a sex act. Chandramohan then pretended legal proceedings were still ongoing and demanded S$1,350 — allegedly half of his lawyer's fee. He also suggested resuming the original sexual arrangement. The victim later confided in friends, who warned her he was likely lying. She lodged a police report. In a separate offence in 2023, Chandramohan opened a Standard Chartered bank account and handed control of it to a friend in exchange for S$330. Over S$304,000 flowed through the account. He was fined S$330 over this offence. Extortion carries a sentence of two to seven years in jail and caning. Communicating with a minor to obtain sexual services carries a maximum jail term of two years, a fine, or both.
Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
Tavarekere lake in Kushalnagar faces encroachment, pollution
Madikeri: Tavarekere lake in Kushalnagar is experiencing fresh encroachment and unchecked water contamination challenges, prompting local residents to call for its safeguarding. Despite allocated funds for lake conservation and improvement, no substantial progress was observed. Tavarekere lake is a significant landmark in Kushalnagar. Despite conservationists' persistent appeals for preservation, authorities' indifference jeopardises the lake's survival, they stated. In 2018, substantial encroachment was halted after the deputy commissioner intervened. Development and protection plans were proposed. However, despite numerous reports about encroachment and pollution, authorities remained unresponsive, said Chandramohan from Cauvery Swachata Andolana. He noted that local environmentalists notified officials when the lakebed was encroached. "We requested the establishment of a protection committee for lake preservation. Our efforts resulted in fund allocation for lake development," he said. The lake continues experiencing contamination whilst its boundaries face gradual encroachment, residents stated. "Untreated waste from nearby commercial establishments and sewage directly enters the lake through drainage systems, resulting in severe contamination," Chandramohan said. The Kushalnagar Urban Development Authority said Rs 3 crore was allocated for lake development and preservation. It will be taken up after the tender, the urban body stated.
The Hindu
21-05-2025
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- The Hindu
Housing project for differently-abled persons nears completion in Coimbatore
A housing project for differently-abled persons at Orattukuppai in Chettipalayam panchayat, Coimbatore, has reached 95% completion. The project, which began in May 2024, is being implemented on 3.98 acres of land and includes a total of 86 houses. Each house in the project has a built-up area of 319 sq ft and includes a hall, kitchen, bathroom, and a toilet. The design incorporates features such as ramps, sliding doors, and disabled-friendly toilets to cater to the needs of the beneficiaries. District Differently Abled Welfare Officer S. Chandramohan said the houses were built under the Housing for All scheme. Each unit was funded through contributions of ₹2.10 lakh from the government, ₹4.40 lakh from G.D. Naidu Charities, and ₹15,000 from each beneficiary. While construction of houses is complete, road works and work on a water tank are currently in progress, and will soon be inaugurated. 'All the beneficiaries are relocating from urban areas, and skill training is being provided to help them sustain themselves,' Mr. Chandramohan said. 'Based on the directions of the District Collector, beneficiaries are being trained in trades such as tailoring. Support is also being given through loans from self-help groups. We have collected their preferences and camps will be organised accordingly.' One of the beneficiaries, H. Ismail Usain, said, 'The house is complete and we have received the keys. This has helped us greatly. We received patta for two cents of land from the government but did not have the funds to build a house. Hearing our plea, the district administration initiated the project through both CSR and government funding.'
