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Time of India
5 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
Caught on video: Bengaluru woman assaults auto driver with slipper, later apologises claiming pregnancy concerns
A woman named Pankhuri Mishra was arrested in Bengaluru on Sunday after a video surfaced showing her assaulting an auto-rickshaw driver. The incident took place on Saturday and involved an argument that escalated into a physical confrontation. The driver, Lokesh, was seen being hit with a slipper by Mishra. The video quickly spread on social media, leading to police action. Mishra was released later on station bail. Dispute over alleged foot injury The argument began when Mishra, who was travelling with her husband on a two-wheeler, claimed that the auto driver had run over her foot. Lokesh denied this claim. During the confrontation, Mishra hit the driver multiple times with her slipper. Lokesh said he began recording the incident as the woman was speaking in Hindi and not the local language, Kannada, which made it difficult for bystanders to understand the context. Woman Who Assaulted Auto Driver in Bellandur Apologizes, Cites Pregnancy and Fear for SafetyIn a recent incident that went viral across social media platforms, a woman was seen physically assaulting an auto-rickshaw driver in Bellandur, Bengaluru, drawing sharp criticism from… Viral video captures the assault In the video, Mishra is heard saying, 'Banaega video? Chal bana video,' as she continues to hit Lokesh with her slipper. She is also seen calling someone on the phone, stating, 'He first ran over my foot and is now recording a video.' Her husband remained seated on the two-wheeler and was recording the incident himself. The confrontation ended with the couple appearing to apologise to Lokesh and bowing to him. Apology and release on bail Following the incident, Mishra apologised to the auto driver, citing concerns related to her pregnancy. 'I apologise. I am pregnant. So, that is what I was thinking, what would happen if I had a miscarriage,' she told the driver. She also stated that she does not hold any negative feelings towards Kannada speakers. 'We love Bengaluru, we love the culture and we love the people,' she added. Mishra is originally from Bihar and is currently out on station bail. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral follow Indiatimes Trending.
Hans India
5 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
Nara Lokesh reviews on housing scheme, says new house plots will be distributed
In Mangalagiri, the distribution of house plots is set to resume as Minister Lokesh has directed officials to grant permanent housing rights to 2,500 individuals in the second phase of the 'Mana Mana-Mana Lokesh' initiative. During a recent meeting, the Minister emphasised the need to commence extensive infrastructure projects in the constituency. He outlined plans for an ambitious underground drainage system, stormwater drains, drinking water supply, and the installation of underground gas and electricity services. These initiatives aim to enhance living standards and provide essential services to the community.
New Indian Express
6 hours ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Minister Lokesh hails revamped ration distribution system
VIJAYAWADA: HRD and IT Minister Nara Lokesh lauded the newly launched ration distribution system by Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar, calling it a progressive and people-centric initiative that reflects the coalition government's commitment to food security. In a social media post on X, Lokesh congratulated the minister for initiating ration distribution through fair price shops (FPS) in a festive and organised manner, which he said aligned with public expectations. He said the shift from mobile dispensing units (MDUs) to shop-based distribution was a major success from day one. 'While an average of 11 lakh people received ration on the first day under the previous government, 18.87 lakh families received ration on Sunday alone,' Lokesh highlighted, emphasising that the new policy eliminates the uncertainty and inconvenience of waiting for mobile ration vehicles. 'This is a testament to the TDP-led NDA government's resolve to improve service delivery and dignity for the marginalised,' Lokesh added. Lokesh challenges Jagan over URSA allegations HRD and IT Minister Nara Lokesh on Monday issued an open challenge to YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, demanding proof for allegations that land in Visakhapatnam was sold to URSA Clusters for just `1 per acre. In a post on X, Lokesh said he would resign from his ministerial post if the allegations are proven true. At the same time, he demanded that Jagan apologise to the State's youth if the claims are false. Refuting the charges, Lokesh clarified that land was allotted at significantly higher rates — 3.5 acres in IT Park Hill-3 were sold at `1 crore per acre, while 56.36 acres in Kapuluppada were allocated at `50 lakh per acre.
New Indian Express
8 hours ago
- General
- New Indian Express
Vijayawada student secures 10th rank in JEE
VIJAYAWADA: Vijayawada student Vadlamudi Lokesh secured the All India 10th rank in the JEE (Advanced) 2025, emerging as the State topper. The results were declared by IIT Kanpur on Monday for the exam conducted on May 18. Lokesh, who appeared from the IIT Hyderabad zone, scored 317 marks, placing him in the prestigious top 10 of the Common Rank List (CRL). Son of Venkaiah Naidu, an employee at a Dutch-based NGO, and Sailaja, a homemaker, Lokesh hails from Kammavaripalem in Nellore district but has been residing in Vijayawada. His early education was diverse and international, he studied Classes 1 to 3 in Ethiopia before moving back to India. He joined Nalanda School in Vijayawada for Class 4, followed by Little Angels School in Vizag for Classes 5 and 6. Returning to Vijayawada, he joined the Narayana school- Kanuru Branch's IIT-focused program and later pursued his intermediate education at Narayana N-120 Campus, Kanuru.
Hans India
13 hours ago
- Hans India
Offended auto driver refuses to withdraw case
Bengaluru: The arrogant girl who hit an auto driver with slipper has apologised to him by falling at his feet and saying she loves Bengaluru. She claims she attacked the driver because she is pregnant and got panicked when the auto moved right next to them. While the auto driver says he cannot withdraw the case even though the offender has apologised. 'I felt very upset when I was hit with a slipper, I will not withdraw the case for any reason', said Lokesh, an auto driver who was attacked in Bengaluru by a Bihar- based woman. 'The woman who attacked me is remorseful. On Sunday, the woman and her husband came and apologised. But when I was hit with a slipper, I was very upset. I have not spoken to my family for two days. I could not show my face. I will not withdraw the case for any reason', he said. After the video of the slap went viral, there was a lot of anger against the woman. Following this, the woman and her husband fell at the feet of the auto driver and apologised. The assaulter's husband also requested for forgiveness from all Kannadigas. 'We have respect for auto drivers. We love Bangalore. We love the atmosphere here', declared the couple. An FIR was registered against the woman at Bellanduru Police Station in connection with the incident. On Sunday, the police summoned the woman, interrogated her and recorded her statement. During interrogation, the woman admitted that she had assaulted the auto driver. What was the incident? A pregnant woman was returning from a hospital near Bellanduru Central Mall. At that time, an auto hit her two-wheeler from behind near Bellanduru. When she questioned her, the auto driver scolded her and tried to assault her. The woman told the police that she got angry and attacked her with a slipper.
