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New Indian Express
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
'Words taken out of context,' Kamal writes to KFCC
BENGALURU: The fire ignited by Kamal Haasan's recent comments on the Kannada language shows no signs of dying down. What began as a linguistic remark has snowballed into a full-blown cultural standoff, with political leaders, pro-Kannada activists and film associations across Karnataka demanding an unambiguous apology from the veteran actor. Despite the growing outrage, Kamal Haasan has attempted to extinguish the flames with a two-page open letter addressed to KFCC President Narasimhulu. In the letter, Haasan expressed regret over the misunderstanding, clarifying that his statements were 'taken out of context' and never intended to 'diminish Kannada in any way'. His intent, he wrote, was simply to highlight the unity of Indian languages and cultures, and not to create division.
New Indian Express
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
KFCC stands firm: No release of 'Thug Life' in Karnataka without Kamal Haasan's apology
BENGALURU: The Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) has stated unequivocally that Kamal Haasan's film Thug Life will not be released in the state unless the actor issues a formal apology for his recent controversial remark regarding the Kannada language. KFCC President Narasimhulu said, 'Kamal Haasan is insisting, 'I have not done anything wrong, so I will not apologise.' But if he does not apologise, there is no question of allowing the film to be released.' He further noted that the backlash is not limited to the film industry. 'Not just people from the industry, but also local political leaders and pro-Kannada organisations have condemned his statement,' he said.
Hans India
26-04-2025
- Hans India
Illicit Affair Leads to Murder: Four Arrested in Gadwal District
Gadwal: The Jogulamba Gadwal district police successfully cracked a brutal murder case using technical evidence and arrested four accused individuals. Investigation revealed that an illicit relationship led to the murder, with the victim's wife orchestrating the killing by pressuring her lover and luring others with money. Case Details: On April 19, 2025, a complaint was lodged by Venkatesh Goud, a field assistant working under the MGNREGA scheme, reporting a foul smell emanating from a heap of soil at Hanumappa Gutta near KT Doddi village, Gattu Mandal. Upon inspection, the police discovered a partially buried unidentified male corpse. Suspecting foul play, the KT Doddi police registered a case under Crime Number 61/2025 with charges under Sections 103(1), 61(2)(a), 238 r/w 3(5) BNS. The investigation, supervised by Gadwal Circle Inspector and higher police officials, uncovered shocking details leading to the arrest of the accused. How the Murder was Planned and Executed: The victim, Kurva Narasimhulu from Maddelabanda village (Maldakal Mandal), was married 12 years ago to Sridevi alias Padma of Ganganapalli village. Due to frequent marital disputes, Sridevi separated from her husband and started living in a hut near her mother's house. They had a 9-year-old son. Although separated, Narasimhulu occasionally visited her. Meanwhile, Sridevi developed an illicit relationship with Kurva Anjalappa, her relative and a resident of the same village. When Narasimhulu learned about the affair, frequent quarrels erupted. Determined to eliminate her husband, Sridevi pressured her lover Anjalappa to kill Narasimhulu. Anjalappa then approached his acquaintance Gunta Govindu from Bussapuram village, offering him Rs. 1 lakh to carry out the murder. Govindu befriended Narasimhulu and gained his trust. On April 17, 2025, in the evening, Govindu lured Narasimhulu to a local liquor shop at Mailagadda stage. After consuming two quarter-bottles of liquor, Govindu took an intoxicated Narasimhulu on his motorcycle to Hanumappa Gutta near KT Doddi village, where workers under the MGNREGA scheme had recently dug soil. As per the plan, Govindu called Gunta Anjaneyulu alias Dubbanne from Bussapuram village, promising him Rs. 50,000 to assist. After Anjaneyulu held Narasimhulu, Govindu slit his throat with a sharp knife. They then buried the body under the dug-up soil and hid the knife in a nearby water pit. Accused Details: A1: Sridevi alias Padmamma, wife of the deceased, 30 years old, daily wage laborer, Ganganapalli village, Kaloor Thimman Doddi Mandal. A2: Kurva Anjanappa, 34 years old, farmer, Ganganapalli village, Kaloor Thimman Doddi Mandal. A3: Gunta Govindu, 35 years old, farmer/laborer, Bussapuram village, Gattu Mandal. A4: Gunta Anjaneyulu alias Dubbanne, 43 years old, farmer, Bussapuram village, Gattu Mandal. Seized Property: One sharp knife used in the murder One Unicorn motorcycle belonging to the accused Four mobile phones from the accused Investigation and Arrest: Acting under the direct instructions of Superintendent of Police Sri T. Srinivas Rao, IPS, and supervised by DSP Y. Mogilayya, a special police team led by Circle Inspector Tanguturi Srinu and SI B. Srinivasulu from KT Doddi police station meticulously analyzed CCTV footage, technical evidence, and intelligence inputs. Today, at around 7:00 AM, the team apprehended all the accused near Mailagadda Stage, recovering crucial evidence including the murder weapon, phones, and the motorcycle used in the crime. Appreciation: The SP of Jogulamba Gadwal District commended the efforts of the investigation team members — HC Ranjith Kumar (HC-1906), PC Rajini Babu (PC-1214), PC Mahaboob Pasha (PC-2228), and PC Ramesh (PC-735) — by announcing cash rewards for their exemplary work in solving the case swiftly.
The Hindu
23-04-2025
- The Hindu
Beggar gets life sentence for rape and murder In Kadapa
The 7th Additional District Judge's Court in Kadapa slapped life sentence and a fine of ₹1 lakh on a beggar convicted of rape and murder in a 2022 case under Siddavatam police limits. Narasimhulu (50) eked out a living by begging on the streets of Vellaturu village in Pendlimarri mandal in Kadapa district. In 2022, he found a 45-year-old mentally-deranged woman sleeping alone in front of Renuka Yellamma temple in Machupalli. The beggar attacked her with a log, raped her and fled the spot. Vontimitta Circle Inspector (CI) B. Raja Prabhakar registered a case — u/s 376(2) (L), 376A and 302 IPC. When the case came up for hearing on Wednesday, Judge G.S. Ramesh Kumar pronounced the verdict, sentencing him under 235(2) of besides slapping a fine of ₹1 lakh. Superintendent of Police (SP) E.G. Ashok Kumar appreciated the police personnel and the prosecution officials for bringing the case to an end.
