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Mother, two kids found dead in city
Mother, two kids found dead in city

Time of India

time4 days ago

  • Time of India

Mother, two kids found dead in city

Ranchi: Bodies of a woman and her two children were found after they allegedly died by suicide at an apartment in the Latma locality under the Jagannathpur police station area of Ranchi on Sunday, sending shockwaves in the area. Police have taken custody of the bodies and said further investigation was underway. The deceased have been identified as Sanyukta Singh (35), her 14-year old daughter and 12-year-old son. The family was originally from Bihar's Aurangabad district and the trio was believed to have died some days ago but their bodies detected only on Sunday. Police sources said the woman had been dealing with marital discord from a very long time, which is suspected to have compelled her to take the extreme step. "The woman was staying separately from her husband and a divorce case is going on. Both children were staying with her, " said Digvijay Singh, the officer-in-charge of Jagannathpur police station. The incident came to light on Sunday morning when the neighbours tried to visit their home but did not get any response. "According to the neighbours they have not seen the woman and the children for last two days. When they tried to inquire, the neighbours did not get any response and they informed police, who came to the spot and found the bodies hanging from the ceiling. We have not received any suicide note from the apartment, so far" Ranchi SP Ajit Kumar said. "The initial findings suggest the deaths occurred around two days ago. The bodies have been sent for the post-mortem examination to Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (Rims) to determine the exact cause and time of death," a police source said. Speaking to the media, a neighbour of the family said, "The relationship between the woman and her husband was going through a tough time, and a divorce case was ongoing at the court. That has impacted the financial stability. She had been staying at the apartment with the kids for about three years and her husband in Aurangabad." Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !

Malegaon Blast Acquittal Sparks Political Storm In Madhya Pradesh
Malegaon Blast Acquittal Sparks Political Storm In Madhya Pradesh

NDTV

time31-07-2025

  • Politics
  • NDTV

Malegaon Blast Acquittal Sparks Political Storm In Madhya Pradesh

A Special Court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has acquitted all seven accused in the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast case, including ex-BJP MP Sadhvi Pragya Thakur, setting off celebrations as well as a fierce war of words between the BJP and Congress in Madhya Pradesh. The verdict, described by the BJP as a "victory of truth and Sanatan Dharma", was met with jubilation across the state. At the Bada Udasin Akhara on Ramghat in Ujjain, spiritual leaders including Sureshwaranand Maharaj, Mahant Vishal Das Maharaj and Mahant Satyanand, gathered to congratulate each other, sharing sweets and chanting in celebration. "This decision is a slap on the face of those who declared saffron as terrorist," said Sureshwaranand Maharaj of Panchayati Shri Niranjani Akhara. "Saffron can never be terrorist." Mahant Vishal Das Maharaj, President of Sant Samiti, added, "There is immense joy in all 13 Akharas. Saffron has always been a symbol of the nation and peace." Similar scenes unfolded at the Bhopal residence of former Madhya Pradesh chief minister Uma Bharti, where supporters burst firecrackers and distributed sweets. Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav hailed the verdict as a moral blow to Congress. He posted on X, "Satyamev Jayate... All the accused being proved innocent in the Malegaon blast case is a strong blow to the narrow mentality of the Congress. The party that created the narrative of 'Hindu terrorism' should remember that a Hindu can never be a terrorist." He demanded a public apology from the Congress to all Sanatanis. A visibly emotional Ms Bharti alleged a "deep-rooted conspiracy" to malign the Hindu community. "There was a deliberate attempt to paint saffron with the brush of terrorism. While the world was fighting Islamic terrorism, here an attempt was made to create a parallel narrative of Hindu terrorism," she said. Former Madhya Pradesh BJP chief and serving Khajuraho MP VD Sharma accused Congress leaders, particularly two-term chief minister Digvijay Singh, of fabricating the saffron terror narrative. "Today's verdict proves Congress tried to malign Hindutva. Will Digvijay Singh and P Chidambaram now apologise for branding innocent people as terrorists?" he asked. The Congress response was mixed. Former Chief Minister Kamal Nath said, "It is the court's decision. Everyone will accept it. Whether one considers it right or wrong, the verdict has been delivered." Congress MLA Arif Masood called for a Supreme Court appeal, citing the precedent of further legal pursuit in the blast case. Jaivardhan Singh, Congress MLA and son of Digvijay Singh, struck an ideological note. "A terrorist is a terrorist. It is wrong to associate any religion or colour with terrorism. People who praise Nathuram Godse have no place in a democracy. Sadhvi Pragya has repeatedly praised Gandhi's killers, which stands against India's founding values," he said.

‘No faith advocates violence': Digvijay Singh reacts after 2008 Malegaon blast verdict acquits all 7 accused
‘No faith advocates violence': Digvijay Singh reacts after 2008 Malegaon blast verdict acquits all 7 accused

Time of India

time31-07-2025

  • Politics
  • Time of India

‘No faith advocates violence': Digvijay Singh reacts after 2008 Malegaon blast verdict acquits all 7 accused

NEW DELHI: Senior Congress leader Digvijay Singh on Thursday said terrorism should not be associated with any religion, hours after a special NIA court acquitted all seven accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, citing lack of "cogent and reliable" evidence. Among those acquitted were Lt Col Prasad Purohit and BJP MP Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur. The blast near a mosque in Malegaon, Maharashtra, had killed six people and injured over 100. Speaking to PTI in Parliament complex, Singh said, 'Neither can a Hindu be a terrorist, nor a Muslim, Sikh or Christian. Every religion is an embodiment of love, goodwill, truth, and non-violence.' Responding to BJP's repeated allegation that he coined the term "saffron terrorism," Singh said, 'The BJP is absolutely wrong in saying that the term 'Hindu terror' was coined by the Congress.' He added, 'Extremists are individuals who distort religion to spread hatred. No faith advocates violence.' The Malegaon blast case had become a political flashpoint over the years, with allegations that the term 'saffron terror' was used to target Hindutva ideology. The NIA court said the prosecution had failed to prove the charges beyond reasonable doubt.

Terrorism should not be associated with any religion: Digvijay Singh on Malegaon blast acquittals
Terrorism should not be associated with any religion: Digvijay Singh on Malegaon blast acquittals

Time of India

time31-07-2025

  • Politics
  • Time of India

Terrorism should not be associated with any religion: Digvijay Singh on Malegaon blast acquittals

NEW DELHI: Senior Congress leader Digvijay Singh on Thursday reiterated that terrorism should not be linked to any religion, following the acquittal of all seven accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case by a special NIA court. "Neither can a Hindu be a terrorist, nor a Muslim, Sikh or Christian," Singh told PTI Videos in the Parliament complex shortly after the verdict. "Every religion is an embodiment of love, goodwill, truth, and non-violence," the Rajya Sabha MP added, emphasising that all faiths are grounded in peace. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai The seven accused in the case—who include BJP MP Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur and Lt Col Prasad Purohit—were cleared of all charges by the court, which ruled that the prosecution had failed to establish its case beyond reasonable doubt. Singh, who has often been criticised by BJP leaders for allegedly coining the term "saffron terror," refuted the claim and defended his party. 'The BJP is absolutely wrong in saying that the term 'Hindu terror' was coined by the Congress,' he said. He further noted, 'Extremists are individuals who distort religion to spread hatred,' reiterating that violence is not sanctioned by any faith. The Malegaon blast took place near a mosque in the Maharashtra town on 29 September 2008, killing six people and injuring over a hundred. The National Investigation Agency took over the case from Maharashtra ATS in 2011.

80 veterinary graduates face uncertain future as degrees unrecognised in Bathinda
80 veterinary graduates face uncertain future as degrees unrecognised in Bathinda

Time of India

time28-07-2025

  • General
  • Time of India

80 veterinary graduates face uncertain future as degrees unrecognised in Bathinda

Bathinda: The careers of 80 Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) graduates from the College of Veterinary Science, Rampura Phul, Bathinda, hang in the balance after the Punjab State Veterinary Council (PSVC) cancelled their registrations. The measure was taken a month ago after it emerged that the govt-run college, though affiliated with Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (Gadvasu), lacks recognition from the Veterinary Council of India (VCI) and is not listed in Schedule-I of the Indian Veterinary Council (IVC) Act. The affected graduates, who completed their five-year BVSc course in March 2025, were shocked to receive a PSVC notice on June 28, declaring their registrations "cancelled with immediate effect". They were further instructed to surrender their certificates by July 3, under threat of legal action. On Monday, the graduates staged a protest, demanding immediate action from authorities to validate their degrees and safeguard their professional prospects. "We paid a huge fee for five years, only to be told our college isn't recognised," said a graduate. University and college officials met with the graduates and their parents, assuring them that efforts are under way to resolve the matter with higher authorities. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Following these assurances, the students agreed to defer their protest until Friday, with a warning that if justice was not served, demonstrations would resume next Monday. Dr Digvijay Singh, dean, College of Veterinary Science, Rampura Phul, said that Gadvasu authorities are in continuous dialogue with the Union ministry of fisheries, animal husbandry, and dairying. The objective, he stated, is to secure recognition for the college and its inclusion in Schedule-I of the IVC Act. According to Dr. Singh, a VCI team inspected the college in Feb and subsequently recommended recognition to the Union ministry. While the ministry raised certain queries, the university has since provided the necessary clarifications.

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