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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Indian community stages protests in Ireland over racist attack
1 2 3 4 Bhubaneswar: Racist attack on an Indian at Tallaght, Dublin, has sent shockwaves through the Indian diaspora in Ireland, prompting them to stage protests in Dublin on Friday and Saturday. On July 19, an Indian national was brutally attacked by a group of youths in Tallaght, stabbed multiple times in the face, stripped naked, and left bleeding on the road for over an hour before emergency services arrived. "The attack in Tallaght was not just a crime against one Indian migrant but an attack on the dignity of every Indian living abroad. We came to Ireland to work hard, to study and to contribute. We deserve safety, respect, and justice just like any citizen," Prince Singh, a protester told TOI over the telephone from Ireland. On Saturday, 700 to 800 people from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and even Ireland, as well as trade union members, organised a protest march from City Hall, Dublin City Centre, to the National Gallery. "It saw strong participation from trade union members, activists, and citizens from diverse backgrounds. The demonstration called for unity against racism, better protection for minorities, and stronger action from authorities," said Dayakar Reddy Komirelly, vice-president of VHCCI (Vedic Hindu Cultural Centre Ireland). by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Up to 70% off | Shop Sale Libas Undo On Friday, around 200 people gathered in front of Ireland's department of justice for a peaceful and silent 40-minute protest, which was organised by Friends of India, Ireland, a collective of Indians from diverse regions and professions living across Ireland. "We protested in a non-violent and peaceful way," said Indian-born Senthil Ramasamy, a peace commissioner with the Irish govt from Waterford, who was part of the protest. He said there has been an increase in racist-related crimes in Ireland in the last 6 to 7 years. The video of the attack sparked outrage both in Ireland and across the world. An online petition with over 15,000 signatures was submitted to the minister for justice, Jim O'Callaghan, calling for immediate action, accountability, and systemic protections for minorities. While the majority in attendance at the protest were Indian migrants, the crowd also included members of other immigrant groups and Irish citizens. They displayed placards with "Say no to racism", "All lives matter" and "Ireland is home" as part of the protest. "I decided to be part of the protest because we have to stand for our rights," said Somanath Nanda, an IT professional. The organisers lauded An Garda Síochána (Irish police) for classifying the incident as "racially motivated". They also thanked the Embassy of India in Dublin for its support for the victim and his family. "We stand here with our community and with every migrant who has ever felt fear because of the colour of their skin or the accent of their voice. Ireland must act. And the whole world, including India, is watching," said Singh. Indians form the largest non-EU immigrant community in Ireland, numbering over 100,000. They play a significant role in the IT and healthcare sectors.
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Time of India
3 held for stealing from two-wheelers near exam centres
Mumbai: Three persons, allegedly members of an interstate gang involved in stealing wallets or bags containing banking ATM or debit cards and mobiles from scooters near examination centres, were arrested from Visakhapatnam recently. Powai police arrested Prince Singh (27), Krishna Jasbir (21), and Dharmender Singh (30), all from Uttar Pradesh. They were in Visakhapatnam jail after their arrest in June for a similar offence. They committed such offences in Powai in May, police said. The police claimed that they had stolen the phone and ATM card of Mahadev Goderao (42), a lecturer residing in Vikhroli and employed at Ruia College, from the boot of his scooter parked outside an exam centre in Powai. Goderao had placed his belongings in his scooter before entering the centre. "The gang used the SIM from the stolen mobile in another device and re-generated the ATM card PIN, withdrawing about Rs 70,000. Besides, Rs 20,000 was spent on clothes and movie tickets," said a police officer stated. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai Following Goderao's complaint, DCP (Zone X) Datta Nalawade led a team — ACP Pradeep Mairale, senior inspector Jitendra Sonawane, sub-inspectors Ganesh Awhad and Swati M. They collected details from CCTV footage outside the Powai exam centre and from ATM kiosks on Saki Vihar Road where Rs 70,000 was withdrawn before visiting Phoenix Mall in Kurla to spend another Rs 19,000 on shopping and movie tickets. The trio was subsequently arrested in Visakhapatnam in June when they targeted Degala Lalitha, a teacher who lost valuables worth Rs 43,000. Lalitha had kept her jewellery, phone, debit card, and Rs 2,000 in her scooter's boot outside the exam centre. The Powai police got information from their counterparts in Gajuwaka, leading to the custody of the trio. "From Gajuwaka police it is learned that the trio targeted youths by stealing ATM cards from their vehicles and making fraudulent bank transactions. They managed to arrest the accused from the same locality where they stole the teacher's mobile and bank card," the police said. Police seized property worth Rs 9 lakhand recovered items including Rs 5 lakh, gift vouchers worth Rs1,20,000, three mobile phones in June.
New Indian Express
06-06-2025
- New Indian Express
Suspended Bihar ASI held with AK-47, arms cache; linked to illegal arms trade, army recruitment racket
PATNA: Special Task Force (STF) of Bihar Police on Friday arrested suspended assistant sub-inspector of police (ASI) Saroj Singh and four of his associates, recovering a huge cache of sophisticated weapons, including an AK-47 assault rifle, Insas rifle, carbine, and a large number of live cartridges from his ancestral house in Samastipur district.+ Acting on a complaint lodged by Prince Singh, mukhiya (panchayat head) of Raspur Patasiya panchayat, and Navin Singh, the STF at the state police headquarters, in coordination with district police, conducted a raid at Sultanpur village under Mohiuddin Nagar police station limits early Friday. According to police sources, Saroj Singh and his associates opened fire at the police when they attempted to enter his residential premises. The police retaliated and fired in self-defence. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The police launched a search operation after Saroj Singh and his accomplices surrendered. A press statement issued by the state police headquarters revealed the seizure of one AK-47 assault rifle, one Insas rifle, one carbine, one .306 bore rifle, one double-barrel gun, and a large quantity of live cartridges. Documents related to several plots of land were also recovered from the premises. Additionally, official seals of various government departments were found. Raids were also carried out at Saroj Singh's rented accommodation at Saguna Mor and at the office of a private real estate company located in Rupaspur, Patna. During the search, land deal documents worth Rs 2 crore were seized.
CBS News
27-04-2025
- CBS News
Off-duty NYPD officer suffers graze wound during Sunday morning shooting in Queens, sources say
An off-duty New York City police officer was shot in Queens early Sunday morning and investigators are looking into whether it resulted from a possible attempted robbery, police sources say. The officer was taken to the hospital with a graze wound to the leg. He is expected to be okay. Here what police say happened It's hard to miss the neon green BMW that was seen on surveillance video parked outside of Silvercup Studios in Long Island City. At around 6:30 a.m., a silver Nissan pulled up next to it. Someone then stepped out and started talking to the driver of the BMW. That's when police say a shot was fired, hitting the 25-year-old male BMW driver in the left leg. The BMW was then seen backing up into the car behind it, before speeding off onto the sidewalk. It made its way a little more than a mile down to 21st and 31st Road. The Nissan sped off in another direction. Police say two people were later taken into custody. Sources say investigators are looking into whether it may have been an attempted robbery, but police are still investigating what exactly led up to the shooting. "We didn't know what was going on" Witness Prince Singh, an attendant at Bridge Stop gas station on 21st Street, said he heard a single gunshot. "Yeah, I was scared," Singh said. Ryan Carter was working as a production assistant on a shoot at Silvercup Studios later Sunday morning. "It was kind of crazy seeing the caution tape around this whole area and a ton of police cars. We didn't know what was going on," Carter said. Police Benevolent Association President Patrick Hendry released a statement, saying, in part, "This attack is yet another symptom of the message on our streets, which has emboldened criminals and put cops and all New Yorkers at risk. We need our justice system to step up and help us change that message."
