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India Today
2 hours ago
- India Today
How a saree hidden in Prajwal Revanna's farmhouse sealed his fate in rape case
A saree tucked away in the attic of a farmhouse became a turning point in the rape case against former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna, and ultimately, one of the key pieces of forensic evidence that led to his August 2, Prajwal was sentenced to life imprisonment and fined Rs 11 lakh for raping a 47-year-old domestic worker in Mysuru and recording the assault. The fine will be paid as compensation to the of the most decisive pieces of evidence in the case was the survivor's saree. According to investigators, after the rape, Prajwal forcibly took the survivor's saree, which carried physical of destroying the garment, Prajwal allegedly hid it in the attic of his farmhouse, confident that it would never be discovered or traced back to him. But the decision proved to be a serious the investigation, when officers asked the survivor about what she was wearing at the time of the assault, she revealed that Prajwal never returned her saree, and that it could still be in the farmhouse. Acting on this, police raided the premises and found the saree in the attic. It was sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory, which confirmed the presence of semen. DNA analysis matched it to say that the saree, along with the survivor's detailed statement, became pivotal to building the case. The DNA evidence on the saree emerged as one of the most significant components in the prosecution's case against Prajwal Revanna.- EndsTrending Reel IN THIS STORY#Karnataka
Time of India
14 hours ago
- Time of India
Real estate agent nabbed with pistol, 2 ‘live' cartridges near forensic laboratory in Mumbai
Mumbai: Police on Wednesday arrested a real estate agent from near a forensic science laboratory in Mumbai and seized a pistol and two 'live' cartridges from him, an official said. According to the official, the arrested man was identified as Sagar Heeralal Rajbhar (37), a resident of Kalyan in adjoining Thane district. Crime Branch sleuths laid a trap after getting a tip-off that a man was coming to Hans Bhugra Road near the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) at Kalina in Santacruz (East) to deliver a firearm and cartridges, he said. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai The crime branch caught the man when he arrived at the spot and seized a pistol and two 'live' cartridges from him, the official said. During interrogation, it came to light Rajbhar worked as a real estate agent. However, it was not yet clear from where he had sourced the firearm and to whom he was going to deliver it, he stated. The accused was arrested under relevant sections of the Arms Act and further investigation was underway, the official added.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Hindustan Times
20 peacocks found dead in Tumakuru district, probe on
Twenty peacocks were found dead under unexplained circumstances in Hanumanthapura village in Tumakuru district over Saturday and Sunday, wildlife officials aware of the matter said on Monday. The carcasses, comprising three males and 17 females, were discovered across farmlands near the Kere Kodi stream, officials said (File photo) The carcasses, comprising three males and 17 females, were discovered across farmlands near the Kere Kodi stream, officials said. Local forest personnel were alerted immediately after the discovery, they added. The carcasses were then handed over to veterinary officials for preliminary analysis, and samples were sent for forensic examination, the officials further added. 'The first incident occurred on Saturday and we have registered a case,' said Madhugiri Range forest officer M Suresh Kumar. 'We have collected food and body samples and sent them to FSL (Forensic Science Laboratory) for examination on Monday. The exact cause of death would be known only after the report comes.' Villagers said the first carcass was spotted near a stream on Saturday, and more were found in the days that followed. While the cause of death has not been officially established, forest officials suspect that the birds may have consumed pesticide-laced crops or were deliberately poisoned. Local residents also raised concerns about the use of banned agrochemicals in surrounding farmlands. The Karnataka forest department is awaiting the laboratory test results, which are expected to determine whether the peacocks ingested harmful substances, officials said, adding that they were not ruling out any possibilities, including accidental poisoning or targeted wildlife harm. Peacocks are protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, and killing them is a punishable offence. With no prior record of natural causes or avian flu in the area, the deaths have raised red flags for enforcement agencies. Conservationists said the Tumakuru incident adds to growing concerns about the indiscriminate use of chemicals and the lack of enforcement around banned substances in agriculture. While the motive behind the suspected poisoning remains unclear, experts said it was likely that the peacocks had fed on contaminated crops or water sources. Forest officials said no signs of physical injury were found on the carcasses, further strengthening the theory of internal poisoning. They are also checking for any patterns or links between this case and previous instances of wildlife deaths caused by pesticide use. 'We will take strict action once the FSL report is in,' said a senior forest officer overseeing the investigation. 'If this is indeed a case of poisoning, we will identify the source and file cases under appropriate sections of the Wildlife Protection Act.' Wildlife activists called for increased surveillance and awareness programs to prevent further incidents.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Cop hits wife with helmet, she clubs him to death with cradle leg then hangs herself in Ahmedabad
1 2 3 4 5 6 Ahmedabad: What began as a domestic quarrel ended in a double tragedy when the wife of a traffic police constable allegedly clubbed him to death with a cradle leg — moments after he reportedly struck her with his helmet — before taking her own life at their house in Danilimda police quarters on Monday. Their nine-year-old son, who was present during the horror, ran to the neighbours for help. Police have recovered a suicide note, which has since been sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) for analysis. Police identified the deceased as Mukesh Parmar, a constable hailing from Jasdan and serving in the A Division traffic police station at Sola, and his wife Sangita — both in their early thirties. Police registered a case of murder against Sangita. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad Danilimda inspector G J Ravat confirmed that the couple used to fight frequently. Sources close to the investigation said the couple's disputes had intensified in recent times, allegedly due to Mukesh's extramarital relationship with a female police colleague. He would reportedly stay away from home for days, further straining the marriage. Officials believe a heated argument on Monday escalated fatally. "Parmar, in uniform at the time having possibly just returned from duty, is believed to have hit Sangita with his helmet. In retaliation, Sangita struck him on the head with the leg of the cradle. When he started bleeding and became unresponsive, she placed a cloth under his head assuming he had fainted. Later, on realizing that he had died, she wrote a suicide note and ended her life," said police. DCP (Zone 6) Ravi Mohan Saini, confirmed that both bodies were recovered from the Parmars' house in the police quarters. "The couple used to fight frequently, and the suicide note mentions the same as the reason for what happened," he said. Suicide note sent to FSL The cops found a nearly one-and-a-half-page suicide note by Sangita Parmar, which seems to have been written after her husband died. It lists domestic dispute as the reason for the murder-suicide. Ravat said though written in Gujarati, it was difficult to decipher. The note has been sent to FSL. Son called neighbours for help ACP (K Division) Y A Gohil, said that the Parmars' nine-year-old son who at the home when the double tragedy occurred rushed to the neighbours for help. They, in turn, called the cops. "It appears that the child witnessed the heated argument between the couple," said Gohil.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Woman kills cop husband, hangs herself in Ahmedabad
1 2 3 4 Ahmedabad: What began as a domestic quarrel ended in a double tragedy when the wife of a traffic police constable clubbed him to death before hanging herself at the Danilimda police quarters on Monday. The suspected murder weapon? The leg of a cradle lying in the house. Their nine-year-old son, who was present during the horror, ran to the neighbours for help. Police have recovered a suicide note, which has since been sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) for analysis. Police identified the deceased as Mukesh Parmar, a constable hailing from Jasdan and serving in the A Division traffic police station at Sola, and his wife Sangita. Police registered a case of murder against Sangita. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad Danilimda inspector G J Ravat confirmed that the couple used to fight frequently. Sources close to the investigation said the couple's disputes had intensified in recent times, allegedly due to Mukesh's extramarital relationship with a female police colleague. He would reportedly stay away from home for days, further straining the marriage. Officials believe a heated argument on Monday escalated fatally. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like TV providers are furious: this gadget gives you access to all channels Techno Mag Learn More Undo "Parmar, reportedly in uniform at the time and possibly just returned from duty, is believed to have hit Sangita with his helmet. In retaliation, Sangita struck him on the head with the leg of the cradle. When he started bleeding and became unresponsive, she placed a cloth under his head assuming he had fainted. Later, on realizing that he had died, she left behind a suicide note and ended her life," said police. DCP Zone 6, Ravi Mohan Saini, confirmed that both bodies were recovered from the Parmars' house in the police quarters. "There was domestic strife between the couple and the suicide note mentions the same as the reason for what happened," he confirmed. BOX-1 Suicide note sent to FSL The cops found a nearly one-and-a-half-page suicide note by Sangita Parmar, which seems to have been written after her husband died. It lists domestic dispute as the reason for the murder-suicide. Ravat said though written in Gujarati, it was difficult to decipher. The note has been sent to FSL. BOX-II Son present at home ACP (K Division) Y A Gohil, said that the Parmars' nine-year-old son who at the home when the double tragedy occurred rushed to the neighbours for help. They, in turn, called the cops. "It appears that the child witnessed the heated argument between the couple," said Gohil.
