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Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
26-year-old PAC personnel dies by suicide in Sonbhadra; shoots self in neck
A PAC jawan, Sandeep Singh died by suicide in Sonbhadra, shooting himself with his SLR rifle LUCKNOW: A PAC (Provincial Armed Constabulary) personnel on duty allegedly died by suicide by shooting himself in Sonbhadra district on Friday. The jawan, identified as 26-year-old Sandeep Singh from Ballia, was immediately taken to the Community Health Centre (CHC), where doctors declared him dead. The sound of the gunshot alerted his colleagues, who rushed to the scene to find the soldier lying on the ground, covered in blood. He had used an SLR rifle to shoot himself in the neck, with the bullet passing through his head. Sandeep was posted with the 39th Battalion Company in Mirzapur. The incident occurred after he returned to the Amwar PAC camp on 5 August, following VVIP duty in Varanasi. His shift was from 2am to 4am. At around 3.55 am, just five minutes before his shift ended, he woke his colleague, Piyush Paswan, informing him that it was time for duty. Sandeep then returned to his seat and shot himself with the rifle. The barracks where he lived housed 30 other soldiers. A forensic team arrived at the scene for investigation, and the body was sent to the mortuary. The family was informed of the incident. Sandeep's father, Vinod Kumar, a clerk at Jamuna Ram Degree College in Ballia, recounted his last conversation with his son. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why is everyone rushing to get their hands on this new air cooler? News of the Discovery Undo Sandeep had called him at 9pm, mentioning his duty hours and that he was going to have dinner. Little did they know it would be their final conversation, leaving his father in tears. Sandeep's father, uncle Anoop Singh, elder uncle Chandra Bhan, and younger brother Pradeep, along with other family members, have reached Sonbhadra. They expressed disbelief over Sandeep's actions and have demanded a thorough investigation to uncover the truth. Pradeep shared that he often spent time with his brother and the family was always happy during his visits. He insisted that Sandeep had no disputes or enmities and showed no signs of stress, making the sudden incident difficult to believe. Additional SP Tribhuvan Nath Tripathi stated that the reason behind the suicide is not yet clear. The family is being consulted, and a panel of doctors will conduct the post-mortem examination. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
News18
23-07-2025
- Sport
- News18
Uttarakhand water police saves International kabaddi player Hooda from drowning
Haridwar, Jul 23 (PTI) A big mishap was averted here on Wednesday when an international kabaddi player and Arjuna award winner Deepak Hooda was saved from drowning in the Ganga river at Har ki Pauri. Hooda was swept away by the strong currents of the river while bathing but the 40th battalion of the Provincial Armed Constabulary and Uttarakhand water police divers came immediately to his rescue as they heard the commotion on the ghat, police said. The water police divers jumped into the river with a raft and pulled out the drowning kabaddi player to safety within minutes. Despite the swift currents of the Ganga, the relief team showed courage and understanding and saved the life of an international player. Hooda had come to Haridwar with his friends. police said. He has captained in the Pro Kabaddi League and has won medals in many international matches for the country. His wife Sweety Bora is also an international boxer and an Arjuna awardee. view comments First Published: July 23, 2025, 22:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Family of 3 gets life for killing journo, bro over garbage tiff
Meerut: A district and sessions court in Saharanpur has sentenced a 55-year-old man, his wife and their son to life imprisonment for the 2019 murder of a photojournalist and his younger brother following a dispute over garbage and cow dung disposal. Additional district govt counsel (ADGC) Amit Tyagi said, "Photojournalist Ashish Kumar (23), who worked with a prominent Hindi daily, and his brother Ashutosh Kumar (19) were shot dead by Mahipal Saini, his wife Vimlesh Saini (50) and their son Suraj Saini (28) in August 2019. The violence stemmed from a neighbourhood dispute. The confrontation turned violent when the Saini family forcibly entered the brothers' home in Madhavnagar locality, armed with country-made pistols. Ashish was shot at close range and died on the spot, while Ashutosh succumbed to his injuries at the hospital." Both brothers were primary earners for the family. Ashish left behind a pregnant wife and his mother, who filed the police complaint that led to the arrests. An FIR was lodged naming six members of the Saini family: three adults and three juveniles. All accused had been out on bail. Following their conviction on Friday, the three adults were taken into custody. The court of additional district judge Alok Sharma also imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 on each. "The fourth accused, Jagdeep Saini -- Mahipal's father, in his 70s -- was sentenced to six months in jail for giving his licensed firearm to his son 'for self-defence'. He was fined Rs 6,000. Trial proceedings for the three juveniles are ongoing before the Juvenile Justice Board," the ADGC said. The killings sparked widespread public outrage, prompting local protests and heightening tensions as some individuals attempted to attack the accused family's home. Additional forces, including the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC), were deployed to maintain law and order. The incident also drew sharp political reactions. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav demanded Rs 20 lakh compensation for the victims' family, while Congress leader Ajay Kumar called for chief minister Yogi Adityanath's resignation. Yogi later announced Rs 5 lakh ex gratia for the victims' family.
Hindustan Times
11-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
Uttar Pradesh: Traffic curbs, diversions announced in Noida ahead of Kanwar Yatra
Noida: To ensure a safe passage of Kanwar pilgrims, who will use a 4 km stretch between July 11 and 25, the Noida Police have held meetings with different departments including power, and health departments, and Noida authority, besides holding discussions with DJ operators and event organisers, officials said on Thursday. DJ operators and event organisers during a meeting were also advised to follow prescribed guidelines. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Archives) The Noida traffic police have also issued diversions to prevent any congestion. To be sure, in Noida, pilgrims will enter through Mayur Vihar, pass by the Shani Temple and Okhla Bird Sanctuary, and exit at Kalindi Kunj, covering a route of approximately four kilometres within the city. Also Read | Kanwar Yatra: Security tightened in Muzaffarnagar, repeat offenders put on bonds 'All concerned departments were asked to repair and maintain cleanliness along the route for the Kanwar pilgrims,' said officials. The health department is set to provide eight ambulances and set up medical camps. These camps will be staffed with 16 doctors, 16 pharmacists, and 16 ward boys with necessary medicines, they said. In coordination with the power department, more than 600 electric poles and 50 transformers have been insulated to avoid any untoward incidents, they added. Meanwhile, DJ operators and event organisers during a meeting were also advised to follow prescribed guidelines. Also Read | QR stickers, tight surveillance, 838 rest sheds–540 km route ready for Kanwar Yatra 'DJ operators were advised not to exceed the height of the DJ setup beyond 10 feet and the width beyond 12 feet. They were also instructed not to play music louder than the limit prescribed by the court ,' the Noida Police in a statement. Officials said an additional police force comprising traffic police, city police, and the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) will be deployed to ensure safety. Additionally, a control room has been established near Sector 14A to monitor the situation through CCTV cameras, it added. On traffic diversions, deputy commissioner of police (traffic) Lakhan Singh Yadav said that the movement of goods carriers on city roads will be restricted from 10pm on July 11 until July 25 for safety reasons. 'They will be diverted to the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway and the Eastern Peripheral Expressway for those heading towards Delhi and Haryana. Such vehicles will be stopped on major routes including the Elevated Road, DND Flyway, and Kalindi Kunj. The vehicular movement from Chilla red light to Okhla Bird Sanctuary via the Shani Temple will be entirely prohibited,' he added. Police have also warned of action against anyone found spreading fake news or attempting to create panic on social media related to the pilgrimage.
The Hindu
10-07-2025
- The Hindu
Security beefed up on Kanwar Yatra route across Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh is ramping up security for the upcoming Kanwar Yatra by deploying personnel from the Provincial Armed Constabulary, Anti-Terrorist Squad and the Rapid Action Force along the pilgrimage route. A statement further said '587 gazetted officers, 2,040 Inspectors, 13,520 Sub-Inspectors, and 39,965 head constables' have been deployed for the yatra. The government has also arranged 29,454 closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras, 395 drones, 829 medical camps and 1,222 police helpdesks along the route through which Kanwariyas from Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and various districts of Uttar Pradesh will pass while returning from Haridwar after performing parikrama. Also read: Identity checks along Kanwar route spark row between Samajwadi Party and BJP in Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed officials to adopt a zero-tolerance approach towards those attempting to defile food items or engaging in similar disrespectful acts, stressing that such persons must face the strictest punishment to ensure the sacred nature of Kanwar Yatra is not compromised. The administration said comprehensive arrangements for tents, food, and other essential facilities along the route, such as electricity and lighting arrangements, as well as cleanliness along the Kanwar path, will be of the highest standard. 'We have created WhatsApp groups for all 12 districts of the Kanwar route, including for senior officials and other personnel to share information,' said a local police official. Last year, the State made headlines when the government made it mandatory for food and beverage shops along Kanwar routes to display the name and identity of the operator/owner. Kanwar Yatra, the annual pilgrimage journey of Lord Shiva's devotees, is slated between July 11 and July 23.
