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Time of India
19-05-2025
- Time of India
10 yrs on, man gets life for axing ex-girlfriend to death
Thane: The dying declaration of a 20-year-old woman incriminated her former boyfriend, who brutally attacked her with an axe in Mira Road in 2015 after she refused to rekindle their relationship. The accused, Amitkumar aka Avi Amarnath Vishwakarma, then aged 30, was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment by Thane Sessions Court nearly a decade later. A fine of Rs 1,000 was imposed. The court found Vishwakarma guilty of attacking Komal Sakpal near Sai Shakti building in Beverly Park, Mira Road East, on Dec 21, 2015. The assault left her with severe injuries to the neck and head. Though she received treatment at a local hospital and was later shifted to KEM Hospital in Mumbai, she succumbed on Jan 4, 2016. A case of murder was then registered at the local police station, and the accused was arrested. As per the order, Vishwakarma and Sakpal were in a relationship for about three years before she ended it due to his alleged addiction to alcohol and drugs. On the day of murder, he confronted her twice—once in the morning and again at 2 pm, when he carried out the fatal assault. The prosecution's case was built around Sakpal's dying declaration, in which she named Vishwakarma and described how he concealed the axe in a black sack before attacking her when she refused to revive the relationship. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Keep Your Home Efficient with This Plug-In elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo Eyewitnesses supported her statement, confirming she identified Vishwakarma before losing consciousness. Forensic evidence, including the blood-stained axe and matching samples from both the victim and the accused, strengthened the case. The axe was traced back to a hardware shop in Nallbazar from where Vishwakarma bought it. Eleven witnesses testified in the case. Sessions judge A N Sirsikar dismissed the defence's claims of inconsistencies in the probe and dying declaration. While noting that the case did not fall in the "rarest of rare" category, the court pointed out the brazenness of the crime committed in public. Vishwakarma, in custody since Dec 22, 2015, will receive credit for time already served.
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Wit & Chai Group onboards Saurabh Sakpal as chief creative head
Wit & Chai Group, a creative media agency known for crafting culture-forward campaigns for new-age brands, has announced the appointment of Saurabh Sakpal as its new chief creative head . With over 20 years of experience across global agencies and leading consumer brands, Sakpal steps into a pivotal role to steer the agency's creative direction and elevate its strategic storytelling capabilities. Sakpal brings with him a rich tapestry of experience from leading agencies such as FCB, Saatchi & Saatchi, DDB, Publicis, and Redder Vietnam, where he led award-winning campaigns for marquee brands like Volkswagen, MTV, Chupa Chups, Set Max, and Virgin Mobile. He has also held leadership roles in-house at House of Anita Dongre and Nykaa, where he drove creative outcomes aligned with business growth. In addition, his consulting work with firms like Roland Berger and AlphaSights speaks to his diverse understanding of branding, fashion, and content strategy. In his new role at Wit & Chai, Sakpal will lead the creative charge across all key accounts. He will work closely with the strategy and brand teams to shape narratives that are not only culturally relevant but also business-impactful that sharply align with business goals. From mentoring emerging talent to leading integrated campaigns, his role is central to shaping the agency's creative ambition. 'As a Chief Creative Head , I see Wit & Chai Group as more than just an agency—it's a sandbox for fearless thinkers,' said Sakpal. 'My vision is to turn up the volume on ideas that are disruptive yet deeply human. We're building brands that resonate in the real world—work that gets people talking, sharing, and remembering.' Sakpal plans to foster a creative culture that thrives on experimentation, agility, and bold thinking grounded in youth insights and real conversations. He aims to position the agency where creativity intersects with commerce, making Wit & Chai Group the go-to name for challenger brands, cultural & digital disruptors, and ambitious digital-first businesses with a focus on originality, scale, and meaningful market impact and noise in the market. Speaking about the appointment, Nihar Kolapkar, co-founder and partner at Wit & Chai Group, shared, 'Saurabh's track record of creative leadership and disruptive storytelling brings incredible value to our team. His ability to merge bold creativity with strategic clarity is exactly what we need to push the boundaries of what we deliver for our clients. We're excited to see him shape a new era of work at Wit & Chai Group.' With Sakpal's onboarding, Wit & Chai Group is set to sharpen its edge, expand its creative horizons, and further cement its position as a trailblazer in the Indian and global creative landscape.
