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Time of India
20-07-2025
- Time of India
Hyderabad police arrests 5 including CPI-ML neta D Rajesh in CPI worker Kethavath Chandu Rathod's murder
HYDERABAD: In a swift breakthrough, Hyderabad police solved the murder of CPI state council member Kethavath Chandu Rathod, arresting five men, including the alleged mastermind, D Rajesh alias Rajanna, a senior leader of the CPI-ML (Red Flag). Rathod was gunned down during his morning walk at Shalivahana Nagar Park on July 15. Investigators said a long-running feud over extortion money and suspicions of an affair triggered the killing. Southeast zone DCP S Chaitanya Kumar said Rajesh, 48, held a deep grudge against Chandu, once his political ally, and orchestrated the murder with a group of hired accomplices from Andhra Pradesh. A fingerprint found on the rented getaway vehicle led police to the suspects. The arrested include Rajesh, K Yedukondalu of Karmanghat, Srinu alias Nagaraju, a former Praja Pratighatana member, welder Arjun Gnana Prakash, auto driver L Rambabu from Nellore, and hotel worker Kandukuri Prashanth from Yadadri Bhuvanagiri. They were picked up from Kavali and Jangaon between July 18 and 19. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad Rajesh's motive, police said, stemmed from multiple betrayals. In 2022, the two had allegedly collected 13 lakh for building 1,300 huts on Bhoodan land in Kuntloor. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo Rajesh accused Chandu of pocketing the money. In another incident, Chandu used Rajesh to intimidate a builder in a family dispute, later extorting 12 lakh from the builder but refusing to share the sum. Further, Rajesh believed Chandu had exposed his affair to his wife and even suspected Chandu of being involved with her. "That suspicion, combined with previous betrayals, pushed Rajesh to plan the murder," the DCP said. The plan took shape in Jan this year. On July 14, the gang met in a rented room at Uppal Bhagayat. The next morning, they tailed Chandu from his Chaitanyapuri home to the park. Around 7.20 am, as Chandu exited, Prashanth threw chilli powder in his eyes. Srinu and Prakash then fired at him with a revolver and pistol. Rambabu stood ready with knives as backup. Rajesh later fired another round to ensure Chandu's death. The assailants were dropped at Dilsukhnagar and the Swift car, rented from Kothapet, was returned. The group regrouped at Uppal before fleeing to various locations through Kodad. Key leads in the case included CCTV footage, eyewitness accounts, and a fingerprint from Prakash-who has a criminal background-on the getaway car. Police also recovered two firearms, shell casings, and the rental vehicle. Prakash and Rambabu were arrested in Kavali on July 18. During questioning, they confessed to involvement in a recent burglary in Visakhapatnam, and stolen gold was seized. Their statements led police to Rajesh and Yedukondalu in Jangaon the next day. More conspirators are involved: Chandu's family After the arrests, Chandu's family staged a protest at Saidabad police station, alleging more conspirators were involved. As supporters tried to block the police vehicle transporting the accused to court, police dispersed the crowd. "My husband had no affair and didn't extort anyone. What police are claiming is false," said Chandu's widow, Naribai.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Time of India
Hyderabad police name nine accused in CPI leader's murder; key suspects still at large
Hyderabad: Police have named nine individuals in connection with the murder of CPI leader K. Chandu Rathod. While a Maruti Swift car used by the suspects to track Chandu's movements was seized from a rental agency in Kothapet, the prime accused remain on the run, having switched off their phones after the killing to evade capture. On Wednesday, police seized the car from a rental agency in Kothapet after identifying its owner in Peerzadiguda through registration details. The owner said that she had leased her car to a rental agency in Kothapet. Police officials confiscated the vehicle from the agency. After committing the crime, the accused fled towards Dilsukhnagar. While three of them got off on the main road, one of the suspects identified as Yedu Kondalu returned the car to the rental agency in Kothapet before absconding. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad The last known location of the accused was near Nagole metro station. 'They changed two more cars and fled the city. The firearm was supplied by Srinu, an associate of Rajesh. Our teams are trying to locate him. We suspect that Rajesh could be the shooter, but we can confirm only after arresting him. We have rounded up about half a dozen of Rajesh's associates to trace him,' said a south-east zone police official. Investigators also revealed that a week before Chandu's murder, a CPI worker had alerted the family of threats to his life. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giá vàng đang tăng mạnh trong năm 2025 — Các nhà giao dịch thông minh đã tham gia IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo The alert was reportedly communicated by a girlfriend of Kandula Sudhakar, an associate of Rajesh, to her friend Faimeeda Begum — a CPI worker from Kuntloor — who in turn passed on the information to Chandu and his wife Naribai. In her police complaint, Naribai said, 'One week ago, Sudhakar's lover informed Faimeeda that my husband was under threat from Rajesh alias Rajanna, Sudhakar, Rayudu, and Munna. Faimeeda alerted my husband, but he reassured the party members that nothing would happen to him.' Naribai further alleged that Chandu was falsely implicated in the 2022 murder of MRPS activist Bhanu Chander by Sudhakar, Rayudu, and Munna, all associates of Rajesh. 'In December 2022, Rajesh approached my husband with a proposal to mobilise a 1,000 people to build huts on 100 acres of land in Kuntloor. When my husband rejected the proposal, Rajesh, along with his associates Ravindra Chary and Yadireddy, colluded and began extorting money from the hut dwellers, promising them land registration documents,' Naribai said in her police statement. Based on her complaint, police registered a case under sections 103(1) (murder), 61(2) (criminal conspiracy), 115(1) (voluntarily causing hurt), read with 3(5) (common intention) of the BNS and the Arms Act against Rajesh, Prashanth, Yedu Kondalu, and an unknown person who directly participated in the murder, and Rajesh's associates Sudhakar, Rayudu, Munna, Ravindra Chary and Yadireddy. 'All of the accused are on the run. Our teams are looking for them,' Malakpet inspector P Naresh said.
Time of India
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
I am a director's actor; and I work according to their demands: Chandu Gowda
Actor Chandu Gowda is set to share the screen with Challenging Star Darshan for the second time in Prakash Veer's directorial, The Devil. Chandu will be seen in a pivotal negative role in the film. He explains, 'It's a high-intensity character, and the entire movie boasts exceptional cinematography and technical brilliance. My role is vital, offering an important twist within the interconnected narrative. I'm truly glad to be part of such a terrific team, so passionate about cinema.' Still active in serials and web series, the actor says, 'While allocating my time to three different mediums means I work 30 days a month, it's a tough task that I've managed to balance. My passion for the work means I never get tired. I'm also looking forward to my lead role in Ugraa, a film with a very intriguing subject.' When asked about his approach to roles, Chandu reveals, 'My philosophy is simple: I become the character, whether it's for TV, film, or a web series. It's all about surrendering to the script and the story – that's where the best performances come from. I also work closely with my directors to ensure that clarity, allowing me to seamlessly jump between diverse roles.'
India Today
08-07-2025
- India Today
Woman, 35, forced to drink toilet water, strangled by tantrik during ritual in UP
A 35-year-old woman from Azamgarh died under suspicious circumstances during an occult ritual performed by a local tantrik. The incident took place on Sunday evening in Pahalwan Pur village, under the Kandharapur police station area, of Azamgarh District of Uttar woman, identified as Anuradha, had been married for 10 years but had no children. She visited a local tantrik named Chandu with her mother hoping to conceive after hearing claims that he could help women become mothers through spiritual means. advertisementDuring the visit, the tantrik along with his associates claimed Anuradha was possessed by an evil spirit. The family claimed that in the course of the ritual, the tantrik and his helpers allegedly pulled her hair, forcefully pressed her neck and mouth and even made her drink dirty water from a drain and toilet. Her mother, who was present at the spot, tried to stop them but was ignored. Soon after, Anuradha's condition worsened, prompting the tantrik and his aides to take her to the district hospital, where doctors declared her dead by around 9 PM. The group then fled the hospital, leaving the body family brought Anuradha's body back to the village and demanded strict action. Upon receiving the information, Kandharapur SHO K K Gupta and the City Circle Officer reached the spot. The victim's father, Baliram Yadav, told police that the tantrik had taken a Rs 1 lakh contract to help Anuradha conceive. He had already received Rs 22,000 as advance payment. Police registered an FIR based on Baliram's complaint, sent the body for post-mortem examination and launched an investigation in the incident. Later, tantrik Chandu surrendered at the police station, however, authorities are still searching for his accomplices."In Pahalwan Pur village of Kandharapur area, Anuradha, daughter of Baliram Yadav, died under suspicious circumstances. Her father alleged that a local tantrik named Chandu, along with his wife and two others, strangled her to death under the guise of performing occult rituals. Based on the father's complaint, an FIR has been registered and investigation is underway," said SP City Madhuban Kumar was the eldest of three siblings. Locals said that Chandu had created a fake spiritual setup at his home, complete with small temples, bells and idols to attract followers. People from nearby areas often visited him for help. Some villagers also claimed that similar incidents had happened there in the past.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Uttar Pradesh
News18
07-07-2025
- News18
UP Woman Desperate For Child Made To Drink Toilet Water, Strangled To Death By Tantrik
Last Updated: In Pahelwanpur, UP, a 35-year-old woman named Anuradha died after a brutal exorcism by self-styled tantrik Chandu, sparking public outrage and police arrests. A desperate quest for motherhood turned into a nightmare in Pahelwanpur village of Uttar Pradesh's Azamgarh, where a 35-year-old woman died following a brutal exorcism allegedly performed by a self-styled 'tantrik' (exorcist). The incident has shocked the region and triggered anger, with police arresting the accused and deploying forces to control tension in the village. The deceased, identified as Anuradha, was reportedly taken to the exorcist by her mother and mother-in-law after remaining childless for ten years since her marriage in 2014. A native of Pahelwanpur and the daughter of Baliram Yadav, Anuradha had returned to her maternal home about a month ago. That's when someone suggested she seek help from an exorcist named Chandu, who lived in Harijan Basti nearby. The family alleges that Chandu promised to 'cure" Anuradha's infertility in exchange for Rs 1 lakh. An advance of Rs 22,000 was paid up front, with the rest to be given after the supposed success of the treatment. However, according to a detailed complaint lodged by the Anuradha's mother, she accompanied her daughter to Chandu's house on Sunday, July 6. There, the exorcism ritual turned violent. Anuradha's mother claimed that Chandu, his wife Shabnam, and two aides forcefully dragged her daughter by the hair, strangled her, and tried to make her drink toilet water. When Anuradha resisted, the exorcist reportedly said, ' Bade saaye hain, aise nahi jaayenge (It's a strong spirit, it won't leave so easily)." As Anuradha's condition deteriorated, the exorcist allegedly panicked and rushed her to a nearby hospital. Doctors declared her dead on arrival. Chandu fled the scene soon after, triggering public outrage. News of the death spread quickly in Pahelwanpur, and enraged relatives and locals surrounded the exorcist's house, demanding his immediate arrest. Local police arrived at the spot, pacified the crowd, and sent the body for postmortem. A heavy police presence was later deployed in the area to prevent any further escalation. On Monday morning, police confirmed that Chandu had been taken into custody. His wife and two unnamed accomplices have also been booked. The case has been registered under charges of culpable homicide and assault. The tragic death of Anuradha has once again brought attention to the dark underbelly of superstitious practices and the vulnerability of women in patriarchal rural settings, where desperation for a child often leads to dangerous and unscientific remedies. First Published: July 07, 2025, 16:45 IST
