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Time of India
9 hours ago
- Time of India
Assamese actress held in hit-and-run case
Guwahati: Assamese mobile theatre artist and upcoming actress Nandinee Kashyap was arrested early Wednesday in connection with a hit-and-run case, two days after she was questioned. The hit-and-run incident occurred at Kahilipara in the city on the night of July 25, leaving a 21-year-old polytechnic student, hailing from Nalbari district and working with the Guwahati Municipal Corporation on a part-time basis, grievously injured. The youth, Samiul Hoque, succumbed to his injuries at a private hospital in the city on Tuesday. The vehicle was driven by Kashyap herself. DCP (traffic) Jayanta Sarathi Borah, addressing a press conference on Wednesday, said police did not have any information regarding the incident on the night of the accident. "Samiul's family lodged an FIR at Dispur police station on July 25. However, the FIR did not consist of anyone's name as an accused. Kashyap's involvement in the case came to light during the investigation," he added. The DCP further stated that Kashyap was questioned by police on Monday in connection with the case and released thereafter since all the charges were bailable. "However, she was asked to appear before the investigating officer whenever required during the course of the investigation," he added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Do you have a mouse? Desert Order Undo Following the death of Samiul, police detained Kashyap from Mandakata on Tuesday night, and she was arrested in the early hours of Wednesday. "A new charge — culpable homicide not amounting to murder of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) — has been slapped against her, which is non-bailable. Police have got two-day remand to interrogate her," he added. The charges of 'voluntarily causing hurt', 'endangering life', and 'rash driving' under the BNS are the other charges which have been slapped against her. Regarding the medical examination of Kashyap to determine whether she was inebriated, the DCP said it was not necessary since she came to the police station on July 26 and the accident took place on the night of July 25. The DCP mentioned that CCTV footage related to the case has been collected and will be analysed as part of the investigation. He added that both the SUV of Kashyap and the scooter of the deceased are now in police custody and will be sent for forensic examination. "Kashyap's car was initially seized, and a Motor Vehicle Inspection (MVI) report was obtained. However, since we could not detain the vehicle based solely on the MVI report, it was released. The vehicle has now been seized again for further investigation," he said. Samiul was initially admitted to Gauhati Medical College and Hospital and was later shifted to a private hospital by family members, where he succumbed to his injuries. He was a student of Nalbari Polytechnic College.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Man hit by Assamese actor's car dies
Guwahati: Samiul Haque (22), who was critically injured after allegedly being hit by a vehicle being driven by Assamese actress Nandinee Kashyap, died at a hospital on Tuesday. The incident occurred in the Kahilipara area late on Friday, when Haque, an employee of Guwahati Municipal Corporation, was repairing a damaged streetlight. Instead of stopping at the scene, Kashyap drove away. However, several bystanders who witnessed the accident quickly intervened, chasing her down and confronted her. Speaking to the media, Haques relatives said although Kashyap promised to visit Haque in the hospital, she did not show up.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Actress appears before Dispur cops
Guwahati: Assamese actress Nandinee Kashyap arrived at the Dispur police station on Monday to respond to summons in connection with an accident in which she allegedly hit a youth while driving, critically injuring him in city's Kahilipara area on Friday night. Multiple videos that surfaced online shortly after the incident show the actress fleeing the scene after the accident. Instead, she continued driving through the Kahilipara area and entered a nearby residential complex. The commuters, who saw the accident, followed her vehicle and managed to confront her. In the videos, several people were seen questioning her actions and demanding an explanation for fleeing without checking on the injured youth, identified as Samiul Haque. According to the police, Haque was an employee of Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC), who was on the spot to repair a damaged streetlight. Following the incident, Kashyap came to the police station on the same night and confessed to the crime. A case has been registered against her under the relevant sections of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Dispur police station traffic in-charge, Sunil Das, said, "Kashyap, who was driving the vehicle, was not under the influence of alcohol when the accident happened. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Unsold 2021 Cars Now Almost Free - Prices May Surprise You Unsold Cars | Search Ads Learn More Undo We will keep summoning her as the investigation progresses." Kashyap while talking to the media on Monday said, "It was an accident, and I did not hit him intentionally. For the past three days, I've been regularly visiting the police station, and during times when I couldn't be present, my father and uncle have been there on my behalf. I haven't run away — I was the one who called the police. It was dark and there was a truck on the road, and that is when the accident happened." Haque is receiving treatment at Gauhati Medical College and Hospital, and has sustained injuries in his head, arms and legs.
Time of India
19-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Himanta lauds GMC for Swachh Sarvekshan feat
Guwahati: Assam chief minister on Saturday lauded Guwahati Municipal Corporation's (GMC) efforts behind the city's gradual upscale in the cleanliness category in Swachh Sarvekshan 2024-25. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The award was presented on Thursday at a national ceremony held in New Delhi, and was received by GMC mayor Mrigen Sarania, in the presence of senior dignitaries and representatives from urban local bodies across the country. Securing the 44th rank in the nationwide competition, conducted by the ministry of housing and urban affairs, was a significant jump from last year's 402 nd position. The city also earned certifications for 'ODF+' (open defecation free plus) and GFC (garbage free city) one star status, for which the CM lauded the officials, sanitation workers and citizens for their collective efforts in promoting urban hygiene. "Guwahati's progress, under the Swachh Bharat Mission reflects Assam's broader development vision, driven by inclusion and people centric governance," Sarma said. Newly appointed GMC commissioner MS Lakshmi Priya, who along with Jayanta Mallabaruah and the entire team, apprising the CM about the city's national achievement, expressed gratitude for the continued guidance and support of state govt. She said that the recognition is a result of coordinated action, public participation, and the tireless commitment of workforce.
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Assam capital cleanest in NE with 100% door-to-door waste collection
Guwahati: Assam's capital stood as the cleanest capital city in the northeast with 100% door-to-door garbage collection, 41% segregation at source, and 81% treatment of the same. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The city received a one-star rating in the 'Garbage Free City' category and 'ODF+' (Open Defecation Free) certification, as per the report of the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25. The city made significant strides in cleanliness and waste management, earning it this prestigious distinction. Sharing this information about Guwahati's success, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma wrote on 'X': "Dedicated action, visible transformation!" He said from being the dirtiest to being the cleanest capital city, Guwahati took a huge leap forward in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 rankings. "From bottom to top, Assam's cleanliness efforts make an impact," he added. Meanwhile, Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) mayor Mrigen Sarania said the achievement in the Swachh Survekshan is a true reflection of the collective hard work, commitment, and community spirit of the people of Guwahati. "The ODF+ certification and Garbage Free City One Star rating have validated our sustained efforts towards sanitation and urban cleanliness," he added. Expressing his gratitude to the citizens of Guwahati for their active participation and feedback, Sarania said, "Your involvement has been instrumental in this achievement. I also thank the central govt and the ministry of housing and urban affairs for recognising the progress made by Assam and Guwahati under the Swachh Bharat Mission." He added that the civic body would put in all efforts to ensure that the rank of the capital city improves further in the future. No other capital city in the northeast has achieved 100% door-to-door garbage collection.
