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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Ex-employee behind UAE-based Indian businessman's kidnapping in Kerala: report
Kerala Police on Thursday rescued a UAE-based Indian businessman who had been kidnapped while visiting the state. VP Shameer had been on a holiday in his home state when he was kidnapped on Tuesday evening. Police say that a former employee was behind the kidnapping. VP Shameer, 36, was kidnapped while visiting his hometown in Kerala. How was VP Shameer kidnapped? According to a report in Gulf News, Shameer, 36, was abducted from Malappuram on Tuesday evening. He was driving back home on his motorcycle when kidnappers pulled him into a Toyota Innova car. This happened around 7:45pm on Tuesday. How police tracked the kidnappers Police used CCTV and location tracking to figure out that the car was moving through Ernakulam. The first lead came when cops questioned those who had provided the car to the accused. Later, they also figured out that the kidnappers had friends in Kollam and Kollam Police joined the probe. According to a Manorama report, a breakthrough in the case occurred when Shameer's phone was switched on twice in Ernakulam. Ransom threats from kidnappers On Wednesday, Shameer's business partner in the UAE received a ransom call from Shameer's phone number. The callers reportedly demanded ₹1.5 crore to free the UAE-based businessman. Shameer's wife also received threat calls, warning her not to approach the police. Rescuing the businessman VP Shameer was finally found on Thursday around 11:30am. He was found inside a car in Kuruvikkonam in the Kollam district, in a joint operation between Malappuram and Kollam police. Police say that his kidnappers were attempting to move him to Tamil Nadu. Six people involved in the kidnapping were arrested, including a former employee of Shameer's. The six arrested are Puthu Veettil Shamseer (30), his friends Achikka alias Hamseer (30) and Fayas alias Mustafa (28); Afzal (30) of Ponnani; and Kollam natives Muhammad Naif (29) and Shaheer (30). Former employee in police net Cops say that the kidnapping was carried out at the behest of Shamseer, 30, who used to work for VP Shameer. Shamseer was involved in over 50 of Shameer's business ventures. However, he grew disgruntled after he was fired and had earlier issued threats against the businessman. Shameer, who runs a chain of pharmacy stores in the UAE, says he was assaulted during the kidnapping. He will now undergo medical checks.
Time of India
11-08-2025
- Time of India
Miscreants unleash attack on stray dog
Thiruvananthapuram: Police registered a case against two Poonthura natives for attacking a stray dog using wooden logs after tying it up on Sunday. The accused were allegedly under the influence of alcohol. Poonthura police identified the accused as Shamseer and Shajeer who are absconding now. "We have registered a case and the search is on. They are history-sheeters with several criminal cases against them," police said. The dog, which sustained multiple fractures and injuries on its body, was hospitalized by locals. Its condition remains stable now and is being taken care of by some locals. The accused also beat up Shafeeq A, 40, of Muttathara who tried to prevent them from attacking the dog. Shafeeq saw the dog being beaten up when he reached the spot to sell fish. "I go to the area to sell fish and had been seeing the dog for years now. Locals and I used to feed it as well. The dog approached the accused while they were having liquor in a thicket nearby. They drove it away but it did not go. Annoyed by this, the intoxicated accused brutally attacked the dog," said Shafeeq. The case has been registered under BNS Sections 329 (3) for criminal trespass, 118 (1) for voluntarily causing hurt using a weapon, 115 (2) for causing hurt, 126 (2) for wrongful restraint and 296 (b) for abusing for attacking the man, and under section 11(1) (I) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act-1960 for attacking the dog. 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.
The Hindu
04-08-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Khadi Onam Mela kicks off in Kannur
The district-level Khadi Onam Mela opened in Kannur with a focus on attracting younger generations through modern designs and products. Inaugurating the event on Monday (August 4), Assembly Speaker A.N. Shamseer said the new Khadi line is tailored to suit the tastes of Gen Z and Gen Alpha. The mela has been organised by the Kerala Khadi Village Industries Board and Khadi institutions. Commending the Board's efforts to stay relevant, Mr. Shamseer highlighted its initiative to produce professional attire—such as coats for doctors, nurses, and lawyers—in Khadi, along with accessories like sling bags. A new Khadi sling bag was launched during the event. Presiding over the function held at Kannur Khadi Grama Saubhagya, Khadi Board Vice-Chairman P. Jayarajan described Khadi as 'a movement of the poor' and urged every household to buy at least one Khadi product. Kannur Corporation Mayor Muslih Madathil launched the new product range, while district panchayat president K.K. Ratnakumar inaugurated the gift coupon distribution. The mela features silk and cotton sarees, bed sheets, mundus, and cane products, with a 30% government discount. For every purchase worth ₹1,000, one gift coupon will be given. Prizes include a Tata Tiago EV car as the first prize, Bajaj EV scooters (one for each district) as the second prize, and 50 gift vouchers as the third prize. Winners will be selected through a draw on October 7. Weekly draws will also be held in the district, with gift vouchers worth ₹3,000.
The Hindu
28-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Opposition to Zumba dance unacceptable, says Kerala Speaker
The opposition to Zumba dance will not be accepted by children or the general public, Speaker A.N. Shamseer has said. Inaugurating the MLA Merit Award-2025 in Alappuzha on Saturday, Mr. Shamseer called those opposing Zumba ignorant. 'Islam is a highly progressive religion. It is a few orthodox scholars, cloaked in the attire of Islam, who are voicing opposition. We should not give in to their demands. I will stand firmly behind Education Minister V. Sivankutty on the matter,' the Speaker said. He said that Zumba was being practised by people of all genders. 'Those who criticise Zumba by claiming that participants wear revealing clothes are truly narrow-minded. The government should not succumb to the pressure of such individuals,' Mr. Shamseer said.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Need to study rising incidents of sudden cardiac arrest among youth: A N Shamseer
Kochi: There is a need to study the rising incidents of sudden cardiac arrest among the youth, said assembly speaker A N Shamseer at a function held at Medical Trust Hospital on Friday. "Youth between the ages of 20 and 40 are increasingly succumbing to sudden cardiac arrests, often collapsing without prior symptoms. This trend has particularly intensified in the post-Covid era," Shamseer said. "It is crucial to investigate whether this is a consequence of long-term effects of Covid-19 or driven by other factors. A thorough and serious scientific study must be initiated," he added. Highlighting Kerala's unique public-private healthcare model, he noted that the involvement of private institutions was essential in undertaking such critical research. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
