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Time of India
13 hours ago
- Time of India
'Ishika was desperate to leave home': Unable to take family pressure, Howrah sex racket kingpin's daughter killed self in 2021
HOWRAH: Shweta Khan, alias Fultusi, in her 40s, and her 26-year-old son, Ariyan, who co-owned Ishara Productions, allegedly ran an adult film and prostitution racket under the guise of an event management firm from their rented apartment in Howrah's Bankra. They forced young women into it and brutally tortured them if they refused. Fultusi even tried to force her own teenage daughter, Ishika, into this trade, but she refused. Ishika, aged 18, died by suicide in 2021. Both mother and son are on the run. The probe into the role of the mother-son duo began after a 22-year-old Sodepur girl, now in hospital with severe wounds, managed to escape from their "custody" after three months and informed the police. Howrah DCP (South) Surinder Singh said: "Their flat is locked. Their cellphones are switched off. We are investigating all complaints against them." The DCP mentioned that the complaints included the possibility that the duo could have fled abroad, including to Bangkok. Bankra 1 panchayat pradhan Akhtar Hossain Mollah stated: "The daughter was tortured. We know they left little evidence of their misdeeds." Masud Alam Khan, a local businessman, said, "My son and Ishika were classmates till Class XII. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Ishika confided to my son that she was desperate to leave her home. She borrowed Rs 1500 from him to appear for a govt job. After her death, Fultusi demanded Rs 2 crore or threatened to file an FIR. I refused to budge; later, a probe cleared the false allegations." Fultusi's mother, Shehnaz Begum, confirmed the abuse her granddaughter endured before her suicide. Fultusi's ex-husband Mohammad Syed Morselim alleged that Fultusi married him for financial gain and abused his family. Fultusi publicly flaunted her political links on social media to intimidate locals. Fultusi is now being linked to a Trinamool Congress minority cell's local unit and had posted photographs on her social media account with several political leaders, even campaigning for the 2024 LS polls. State minister Arup Ray said, "I know nothing about this woman. The party cannot help if someone tries to individually fault their political links. If anyone backed them in the party, they will be punished. The party does not endorse this."
Time of India
19 hours ago
- Time of India
Unable to take family pressure, Howrah sex racket kingpin's daughter killed self in 2021
Howrah: Shweta Khan, alias Fultusi, in her 40s, and her 26-year-old son, Ariyan, who co-owned Ishara Productions, allegedly ran an adult film and prostitution racket under the guise of an event management firm from their rented apartment in Howrah's Bankra. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now They forced young women into it and brutally tortured them if they refused. Fultusi even tried to force her own teenage daughter, Ishika, into this trade, but she refused. Ishika, aged 18, died by suicide in 2021. Both mother and son are on the run. The probe into the role of the mother-son duo began after a 22-year-old Sodepur girl, now in hospital with severe wounds, managed to escape from their "custody" after three months and informed the police. Howrah DCP (South) Surinder Singh said: "Their flat is locked. Their cellphones are switched off. We are investigating all complaints against them." The DCP mentioned that the complaints included the possibility that the duo could have fled abroad, including to Bangkok. Bankra 1 panchayat pradhan Akhtar Hossain Mollah stated: "The daughter was tortured. We know they left little evidence of their misdeeds." Masud Alam Khan, a local businessman, said, "My son and Ishika were classmates till Class XII. Ishika confided to my son that she was desperate to leave her home. She borrowed Rs 1500 from him to appear for a govt job. After her death, Fultusi demanded Rs 2 crore or threatened to file an FIR. I refused to budge; later, a probe cleared the false allegations." Fultusi's mother, Shehnaz Begum, confirmed the abuse her granddaughter endured before her suicide. Fultusi's ex-husband Mohammad Syed Morselim alleged that Fultusi married him for financial gain and abused his family. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Fultusi publicly flaunted her political links on social media to intimidate locals. Fultusi is now being linked to a Trinamool Congress minority cell's local unit and had posted photographs on her social media account with several political leaders, even campaigning for the 2024 LS polls. State minister Arup Ray said, "I know nothing about this woman. The party cannot help if someone tries to individually fault their political links. If anyone backed them in the party, they will be punished. The party does not endorse this."
Hindustan Times
08-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Chhattisgarh girl who battled cancer is Class 10 board examination topper
RAIPUR: A 17-year-old girl from Chhattisgarh's Kanker district who topped the state's Class 10 board examination on Wednesday battled blood cancer for two years and recovered, her family said. Ishika Bala, a student of Government Higher Secondary School in Gundahur village, Kanker district, secured 99.17% in the Class 10 exam conducted by the Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE). She shares the top position with Naman Kumar Khuntia from Swami Atmanand Government Utkrisht English Medium School in Jashpur district. 'At times, I thought I wouldn't be able to study further. But I didn't give up. It is important to have confidence in yourself,' Ishika, who hails from a village in Pakhanjore area of Kanker, a Maoist-affected area, told reporters. In November 2023, she was diagnosed with blood cancer while preparing for her Class 10 board exam. Her family said she had to skip the board exam last year due to her illness and underwent treatment at Balco Medical Centre in Nava Raipur. 'I want to pursue engineering and will opt for Maths in the next class. My ultimate goal is to become an IAS officer,' Ishika told reporters with her voice reflecting quiet determination. 'She defeated cancer with her willpower and courage,' said her father, Shankar Bala, a farmer. ' Our entire family supported her through the treatment and motivated her to continue her studies. Her hard work has paid off,' he said. Shankar said he would ensure the best possible education for his five children despite financial constraints.
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
This is how a farmer's daughter battled blood cancer and topped class 10 board exams with 99.2%
In a state where board exam results often reflect more than academics, one Kanker district name has caught everyone's attention– Ishika Bala . At just 16, this young girl has done what many would find unimaginable. Not only did she overcome blood cancer, but she also went on to top the Class 10 Chhattisgarh Board Exams with an exceptional 99.2%. Her story stands out– not because of a headline-making score alone, but because it's a story of quiet strength, determination, and unwavering focus, even during one of life's toughest battles. Ishika had to step away from school and miss her board exams last year due to a critical health condition. While others were preparing for exams, she was undergoing treatment for blood cancer. But she didn't give up. A year later, she returned to her books, determined not just to complete the journey she had started but to do it with excellence. Her goal of becoming an IAS officer , she shared, gave her the strength to move forward each day. Operation Sindoor 'Op Sindoor's precision & execution was unimaginable': Rajnath Singh Operation Sindoor: India repels drone, missile attack across LoC Operation Sindoor: Several airports in India closed - check full list Her father, a farmer by profession, shared his pride in Ishika's journey and how it has inspired those around her. Kanker, a district known more for its conflict with insurgency than academic results, is seeing a different kind of spotlight with Ishika's success. In a region where the female literacy rate is still below 60%, her performance is being hailed as a moment of hope and inspiration . In a surprising coincidence, the state topper in Class 12 exams, Akhil Sen , is also from Kanker. He scored 98.2% in the commerce stream, securing 491 out of 500 marks. Helping his father run a newspaper agency, Akhil managed his studies while also delivering newspapers every morning– a routine that demanded both discipline and commitment. Eight students from the Bastar division were included in the Class 10 and 12 merit lists this year, a notable achievement for a region that has struggled with insurgency-related challenges for over two decades. Announcing the board exam results from Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai congratulated the successful students, their families, and educators. In his message to those who couldn't pass this time, he said, 'To those who couldn't succeed this time, don't lose heart. Failure is often the first step toward success. Prepare for the next attempt with even greater resolve.' This year, nearly 3.3 lakh students appeared for the Class 10 exams, with a pass percentage of 76% – a marginal increase from last year's 75.64%. In Class 12, the overall pass rate stood at 81.8%. Girls continued to lead with an 84.7% pass percentage compared to 78% among boys. Raipur dominated the Class 12 merit list, with seven of the top 10 students from the capital city. While the numbers are important, it's stories like Ishika Bala's and Akhil Sen's that are being talked about across the state. They serve as a reminder that perseverance often matters more than circumstances, and that hope can thrive even in the most challenging settings.
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
From cancer fighter to topper: Ishika Bala leads Chhattisgarh class 10 board exams with 99.2%
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The title of "Supergirl" perfectly suits Ishika Bala . A Class 10 student from the Maoist-affected Kanker district , she not only triumphed over cancer but also topped the state board exams. The farmer's daughter scored an impressive 99.2%, securing the top position in an exam where only 76% of students passed. Ishika's success serves as a symbol of hope in a district where the female literacy rate is just 59.6%.Ishika recently emerged victorious from her battle with blood cancer and continued to study for her exams despite the challenges posed by her treatment. Although she was supposed to take the Class 10 exams last year, her health was too fragile at the time. She attributed her success to the unwavering support of her parents and teachers, sharing that her dream of becoming an IAS officer motivated her to push through the weakness and pain whenever her life-threatening illness tried to hold her father expressed immense pride in Ishika, noting that her remarkable recovery and determination have left everyone who witnessed her journey deeply an incredible twist, Akhil Sen, the Class 12 topper , also hails from Kanker. He achieved an impressive 98.2% (491/500) in commerce. His father operates a newspaper agency, and Akhil would help deliver papers each morning while preparing for his board exams. Out of the 85 students who secured spots in the top 10, eight are from the Bastar division, a region that has been grappling with Maoist insurgency for the past 25 years. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, who declared the Class 10 and 12 board exam results at the secretariat in Nava Raipur on Wednesday, congratulated all the successful candidates, their families, and teachers. "To those who didn't succeed this time, don't be disheartened. Failure is often the initial step towards success. Approach your next attempt with even more determination," CM Sai 3.3 lakh students took the Class 10 exams, with 76% passing, showing a small increase from last year's 75.64%. In Class 12, Raipur led the merit list, with seven of the top 10 students hailing from the state capital. The overall pass percentage stood at 81.8%, with 84.7% of girls passing, compared to 78% of boys.[Inputs from TOI]
