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Time of India
12-08-2025
- Time of India
Man Killed in Accident After Dropping Daughter at Exam Venue
Nagpur: A heart-wrenching accident occurred at Dongargaon, Hingna taluka, claiming the life of Bhisam Shahu (50), a resident of Kalamna. The incident took place around 10am on Tuesday when Shahu was fatally crushed under a container truck while crossing the road. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He had just dropped his daughter, Priyanka Shahu (18), at Meighsai Private ITI, Dongargaon, for her ITI examination. Priyanka is a student at Government Polytechnic, Sitabuldi. The container, owned by Bharti Group of Industries, struck Shahu, trapping his leg under the vehicle and causing his head to hit a divider, resulting in his immediate death. Hingna police swiftly arrived at the scene, conducted a panchnama, and sent the body to AIIMS for further procedures. The truck has been seized, and legal action against the driver is underway. The tragedy left Priyanka, who was in the examination hall, devastated, casting a pall of grief over the family and community. Police are investigating to determine the exact cause of the accident.
Time of India
29-05-2025
- Time of India
Nagpur police conduct overnight raids to bust illegal e-cigarette, hookah trade
Nagpur: In a meticulously planned overnight operation, Nagpur City Police cracked down on the illegal e-cigarette and tobacco trade, seizing a large quantity of contraband. The action-packed mission, dubbed 'Mission Axes,' concluded after nearly 12 hours on Wednesday morning. Teams led by commissioner of police Ravinder Singal raided 17 locations and searched 32 premises across the city. The raids yielded a massive haul, including 97 e-cigarettes, 345 hookah flavours, 69 hookah pots, pipes, charcoal heaters, mobile phones, mopeds, and cash — all valued at over ₹43 lakh. Offences have been registered against 26 accused across 13 police stations under the Prohibition of Electronic Cigarettes Act, 2019, the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), the Prohibited Flavoured Tobacco Act, and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). According to police, the covert crackdown was part of a broader campaign titled 'Operation Thunder'. Acting on confidential intelligence regarding the storage and distribution of banned e-cigarettes, nicotine liquids, and hookah materials via a "web supply" network, Singal deployed 16 teams comprising 125 personnel and 25 officers to conduct simultaneous raids. The accused were reportedly offering home delivery services for these banned items. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 다가오는 여름, 부산시민이라면 지금 임플란트 할 기회입니다! 플란치과 더 알아보기 Undo The operation targeted 13 Texas Smoke Shop outlets, two paan material stores, one godown, and several other locations. Each police team operated under strict confidentiality, with their designated locations disclosed only at the last moment through sealed envelopes to ensure the element of surprise. The seized contraband included several brands of imported cigarettes from the UAE and China. "Imported cigarettes are smuggled through sea routes to various Indian ports, from where they are transported to cities like Nagpur and further distributed," Singal said. Sources revealed that the prime accused, Ankush Shahu alias Ashish, was the main target of the operation. Over the past six years, Shahu sold the franchise of 'Texas Smoke Shop' to 14 outlets, which were found to be actively selling prohibited e-cigarettes and flavoured hookah products. Police recovered e-cigarettes, hookah pots, flavoured tobacco items, and materials worth ₹21.5 lakh — including ₹25,000 in cash — from Shahu's godown located at Sainagar in Dighori. The godown had reportedly been set up beneath a shrine to avoid drawing attention. "We are investigating the ownership of the 'Texas Smoke Shop' brand and probing possible copyright violations," said Singal, adding that many of the seized flavoured tobacco products contain chemical ingredients that need laboratory testing. "This is a historic surgical strike on the trade of tobacco and other addictive substances that are harming our youth. We have uncovered the supply chain, and now we will target the lounges, parlours, and other shady dens involved," he added. "This is not just an operation — it's a mission to protect our youth and society from the grip of harmful substances. We will continue to act decisively to uproot these dangerous trends," Singal asserted. Senior officers including DCP Rahul Maknikar, ACP Abhijeet Patil, Joint CP Navinchandra Reddy, and Addl CP (Crime) Vasant Pardeshi played key roles in the mission. Senior inspectors Amol Deshmukh, Sandeep Buwa, Omprakash Sontakke, and Naikwade also made pivotal contributions. The raids were conducted in areas under the jurisdiction of MIDC, Rana Pratap Nagar, Sitabuldi, Sadar, Gittikhadan, Lakadganj, Sakkardara, Ajni, Wathoda, Hudkeshwar, Nandanvan, Jaripatka, and Beltarodi police stations. The investigation team is also coordinating with the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) and agencies like state and central excise departments for further action. The seized items will be disposed of following approval from the concerned authorities. Citizens encouraged to use 'MANAS' Authorities in Nagpur have urged people to use the national helpline 'MANAS' at 1933 to report any drug-related activity. The 24x7 service, operational since January 11, aims to strengthen citizen participation in the ongoing effort to build a drug-free India. Officials emphasise that tips provided by the public can play a critical role in identifying and dismantling narcotics networks operating in the city. All calls to the helpline will be kept confidential.
New Indian Express
29-04-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
BSF lodges protest with Pakistan Rangers against Jawan's apprehension
NEW DELHI: Under instruction from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the Border Security Force (BSF) has lodged a protest with Pakistan Rangers on the issue apprehension of a jawan a week back after he had mistakenly crossed over to the Pakistani side along the international border in Punjab, officials said on Tuesday. According to the officials, in case such an incident had occurred earlier, the matter would have been resolved quickly, but this time the Pakistan remained "non-committal" on the whereabouts and the date of return of the jawan. This has happened because of the rising India-Pakistan tensions after the Pahalgam attack, they added. The BSF has also instituted an inquiry into the incident, where Constable PK Shahu of the 24th battalion was caught by the Pakistan Rangers on April 23 after the jawan inadvertently crossed the IB along the Ferozepur district. So far the two border guarding forces held four flag meetings, but there is no final word on his return and the protest note has been given to the sector commander of the Pakistan Rangers by the BSF, they said. The officials said that the jawan is understood to have been moved to a Pakistan Rangers' base along the Lahore-Amritsar sector and may be handed over to the BSF soon, as the neighbouring country's border guarding forces has maintained a stoic silence and have neither issued a protest note nor communicated about his condition. Social media handles from Pakistan had issued pictures of Shahu last week where he was seen blindfolded and sitting in a vehicle and standing under a tree with his rifle, magazine with bullets, belt and other belongings kept on the ground, they said The jawan was part of the 'Kisan Guard' that was deployed for the protection of Indian farmers who till their land near the border fence and the trooper apparently "miscalculated" the alignment of the IB and stepped on the other side to rest under a nearby tree from where he was apprehended by the Rangers, the officials said. Meanwhile, according to reports Shahu's pregnant wife and son reached Punjab on Monday and met senior officers of his unit, who assured her that he would be back soon, they said. Sahu hails from Rishra in Hooghly district of West Bengal.
The Print
25-04-2025
- Politics
- The Print
As negotiations for his return enter day 3, how BSF constable accidentally crossed over to Pakistan
'This is not the first such incident at the international border. Many of their troops and civilians have also inadvertently crossed over to our side and have been swiftly returned without unnecessary delay,' said an official familiar with the development. On Wednesday afternoon, constable P. K. Shahu, was accompanying a group of local farmers across the border fence as part of routine security detail, ThePrint has learnt. It is standard practice for BSF personnel to escort farmers who cultivate fields near or across the fence. However, during this movement, the constable reportedly strayed beyond the border and was quickly detained by Pakistan Rangers. New Delhi: The Border Security Force (BSF) Friday entered the third day of negotiations with its Pakistani counterparts to secure the release of one of its personnel who inadvertently crossed the international border in the Ferozepur sector of Punjab. Sources confirmed that flag meetings at the level of commandants have already taken place in a bid to secure Shahu's release from Pakistani custody. However, the current diplomatic tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack have complicated the otherwise routine repatriation process. Explaining the incident further, another official said, 'He was leading the party followed by farmers in the border village and briefly crossed over to the other side. He was quickly detained and taken into custody. Efforts are being made to bring him back as soon as possible. This should have been a routine affair if not for the Pahalgam attack and subsequent bitter relationship.' Meanwhile, Director General of BSF, Daljit Singh Chawdhary, met the Union Home Secretary Friday afternoon. While the timing coincided with the detention of the constable, sources indicated that the meeting was not 'purely' due to the incident and not 'entirely' focused on it. These developments come amid heightened hostilities between India and Pakistan after the 22 April terrorist attack in Pahalgam that left 26 people dead. In response to the attack, India undertook a series of drastic diplomatic and strategic actions. These included keeping the longstanding 1960 Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance, closing the Integrated Check Post (ICP) at Attari, and expelling Pakistan's military diplomats by declaring them persona non grata. Citizens who had crossed into India with valid documents were also asked to return before 1 May 2025. Pakistan, in turn, responded by threatening to hold all bilateral agreements with India, including but not limited to the Simla Agreement, in abeyance. Islamabad also declared its airspace closed to Indian-owned and operated airlines, expelled Indian military, naval, and air advisers from its High Commission, reduced India's diplomatic strength in Islamabad to 30 members, and revoked all SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES) visas for Indian nationals. As the diplomatic standoff intensifies, Shahu's release remains uncertain—an incident that might have been resolved swiftly under normal circumstances now caught in the crosshairs of worsening bilateral ties. (Edited by Radifah Kabir) Also Read: 'He was full of masti, gone too soon.' At Pahalgam victim Neeraj Udhwani's funeral
