Latest news with #Sunil
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Four killed as car hits bike on highway, two dragged for 100 mt
1 2 3 4 Lucknow: In a road accident on the Gorakhpur-Varanasi national highway near Barhalganj, four youths — including three cousins — were killed after their motorcycle collided head-on with an SUV on Saturday morning. The impact was so severe that two of the victims were flung nearly 20 ft into the air, while the other two got trapped on the car's bonnet and were dragged for over 100 mt before the vehicle stopped. The accident occurred around 9:45 am when Sunil Kumar, Pradeep Kumar, Arvind Kumar and Rahul Kumar — all painters and residents of Garthauli Tola in Sidhuwapar gram sabha — were heading towards Gorakhpur city on a single motorcycle. CCTV footage from the highway shows the bike overtaking a tractor-trolley moments before ramming into the oncoming SUV, which was travelling at high speed, the police said. The footage also captured the horrifying aftermath — two riders being hurled into the air upon impact, while the other two got stuck on the car's front side and were dragged along the highway as the driver failed to stop immediately. The motorcycle was completely damaged in the collision. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Local residents rushed to the scene and informed the police and the victims' families. The injured were taken to the community health centre, where doctors declared Sunil, Pradeep and Arvind dead on arrival. Rahul was referred to the district hospital in critical condition but succumbed to his injuries en route. Family and neighbours said that Sunil, Pradeep and Rahul were cousins, while Arvind was a close friend who returned from Bengaluru just a week ago. Rahul, the only son of his parents, was scheduled to get engaged on June 1. Sunil leaves behind two young daughters. Police said the SUV involved in the accident is registered to Nivedita Shukla, wife of Chandraprakash Shukla, a resident of Parigawa village under Shohratgarh police station in Siddharthnagar district. However, the driver fled the scene immediately after the accident and remains untraceable. CO Barhalganj, Manoj Kumar Pandey said, "A case has been registered, and efforts are underway to identify and apprehend the absconding driver. "
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Mock drills demonstrate air raid precautions and civil defence preparedness in Punjab and Haryana
1 2 Chandigarh: Air raid sirens echoed through Punjab and Haryana cities this week as mock drills were conducted to bolster civil defence preparedness under Operation Shield, a statewide initiative aimed at enhancing emergency response in the event of aerial attacks. Coordinated by deputy commissioners across multiple districts — including the sensitive border areas of Fazilka and Ferozepur — the drills involved a detailed demonstration of air raid protocols, citizen safety measures, and inter-agency coordination. In Bathinda, exercises were staged at the military area and Ganpati Enclave, with participation from police, Punjab Home Guards, and Civil Defence personnel. Before the live simulations, residents were briefed on standard air raid precautions, such as seeking cover in designated shelters and avoiding exposure near windows. As sirens signalled a simulated air raid, participants moved to safe zones or lay flat on the ground. Those adhering to instructions were marked "safe", while non-compliant individuals were treated as mock "casualties". The drill included a staged ambulance evacuation of the injured and a fire-control demonstration led by the fire brigade. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dias D'avila: Learn About Rent-to-Own Bikes HouseCultures Undo Officials used the occasion to educate the public on critical safety protocols — including seeking shelter inside buildings, turning off lights at night, and maintaining calm. A senior official said: "The goal is not just institutional readiness but public awareness. Every citizen plays a vital role in emergency scenarios, and these drills ensure that people know how to react swiftly and safely." Authorities concerned stressed that the exercise was not in response to any immediate threat, but part of a larger initiative to test and refine emergency preparedness across Punjab. Jal shows readiness Sirens blared through the twilight in Jalandhar Cantt at 6pm sharp near Jawahar Park at the Cantonment Board office, coordinated by Army and civil authorities, with Brigadier Sunil and regional transport authority (RTA) secretary Balbir Raj Singh briefing personnel on emergency response procedures ahead of the air-raid drill. Representatives from the district administration, Punjab Home Guards, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), fire brigade, health department, and other essential services participated in the coordinated operation. The drill also included ambulance evacuations and live firefighting demonstrations, simulating civilian rescue and emergency containment in a crisis. In a parallel effort, Nawanshahr conducted a similar civil defence drill at the local administrative complex to test readiness against unforeseen threats, underscoring a state-wide emphasis on public safety preparedness, besides reinforcing inter-agency coordination, public awareness, and rapid response capabilities in the face of escalating security concerns. Hry learns to dodge drones Haryana as well staged one of its most extensive civil defence simulations to date, aimed at testing response capabilities to air raids, drone attacks and other high-intensity threats. Supervised by Sumita Misra, additional chief secretary of the state's home department, the drill was coordinated from the State Emergency Response Centre (SERC) Dial 112 in Panchkula and conducted under the direct guidance of the the central home ministry. Misra oversaw live tactical updates from all 22 districts, issuing real-time instructions to district administrations. She emphasised the need for preparedness to evolve from a periodic exercise into a sustained culture. "Preparedness cannot be seasonal. It must be embedded in our system as a way of life," she said. At the heart of the drill was an unprecedented mobilisation of nearly 10,000 Civil Defence volunteers, working in close coordination with the National Cadet Corps (NCC), Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS), Home Guards, and National Service Scheme (NSS). Trained by master trainers mentored by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the MHA, the volunteers played critical roles in community response and emergency protocols. District war rooms, led by deputy commissioners, conducted tactical briefings and deployed teams to key locations. The drills included mock evacuations, emergency triage, and cybersecurity threat responses in both urban and rural environments. Advanced tools — including drones, GIS-based tracking, and emergency alert systems — were used to simulate real-world conditions and assess resource coordination. Misra said the simulation had exposed critical areas for future capacity-building and underscored the importance of "jan bhagidari" — the participatory governance model — in disaster resilience. "This exercise has proven that the state's strength lies not just in its systems but in its citizens," she said. box Mall-function in Amritsar Amritsar: A city-wide blackout drill intended to simulate a cross-border emergency response was met with mixed compliance on Saturday night, with large commercial establishments failing to fully participate despite official instructions. The mock exercise, held from 8 to 8.30pm, was organised by the district administration in the wake of Operation Sindoor to test the city's readiness for potential air raids or wartime contingencies. While most residential areas complied with the directive — plunging entire neighbourhoods into darkness — many showrooms and other commercial outlets kept their lights on or only dimmed those partially, drawing criticism from officials monitoring the exercise. Vehicle movement during the drill also highlighted shortcomings. Four-wheelers continued to drive with headlights on, ignoring requests to park and turn off lights during the blackout. Two-wheeler riders were similarly non-compliant, though officials acknowledged that many bikes lack a manual headlight switch, limiting user control. TNN MSID:: 121536805 413 |
India Gazette
7 days ago
- India Gazette
Delhi Police bust interstate pharma drug cartel, 5 arrested with tramadol, alprazolam worth over Rs 5 lakh
New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): In a series of operations across Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Himachal Pradesh, Delhi's Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) busted an interstate pharmaceutical drug cartel, arresting five alleged traffickers and seizing Alprazolam, Nitrazepam tablets, and Tramadol capsules worth over Rs 5 lakh. According to an official statement, the operation began with the arrest of 20-year-old Vikas, from whom 28 boxes of capsules containing Dicyclomine HCI and Tramadol HCI (totalling 336 grams and 6,720 capsules) were recovered. Another accused, Sudhir (43), a medical store owner, was arrested following a raid in the presence of Sanjay Kumar, Drug Inspector from the Department of Drug Control, Delhi. During the search, officials recovered 505 Alprazolam (0.5 mg) tablets and 664 Tramadol (50 mg) capsules from Sudhir's medical store. The police identified the source of the contraband from Sunil Kumar Bharadwaj, calling him a key figure in a pharmaceutical trafficking operation. 'As part of these ongoing efforts, sustained attempts were made to apprehend the source of the contraband, namely Sunil Kumar Bhardwaj, a key figure and mastermind in the pharmaceutical trafficking & his other accomplices,' the statement said. According to the police, the accused persons are partners in the medical store, with Vikas procuring medicines on March 8 from the house of Sunil, adding, 'A raid was conducted at the instance of the accused at the address of Sunil who was found absconding and NBW was issued against him by the Court on April 1, who was then arrested on April 5. 'He disclosed that he has been working with the accused Sudhir for 6-7 years. Both the medical stores are being run by them in partnership,' the statement read. The accused, Sunil, disclosed that the recovered contraband was purchased from one Jeetu during the investigation on April 7, at the instance of the accused. A raid was conducted at the house of the source/accused Ajeet in Sangam Vihar, Delhi, but he was not found there with his phone switched off. In the presence of police staff and family members, two white plastic sacks containing 18000 tablets of tramadol (1.8 Kg) & 7400 tablets of Nitrazepam Tablets IP 10 mg (Elza-10) were recovered from Ajeet's ground-floor room. On April 8, the accused person Ajeet, 32, was apprehended from the Tilak Marg, New Delhi area. After being interrogated in detail, he was arrested in this case. During the search, cash worth Rs 69,500 was also recovered from him. 'During interrogation, he disclosed that he had procured the recovered tramadol tablets and capsules from one Pandey (Shivam Medicos, Gorakhpur, UP). He procured the recovered tablets, Nitrazepam, from one Vijay Goel, one year ago,' the statement read. It has also been disclosed that the above-mentioned Vijay Goel is in Agra jail in an NDPS case. The accused was taken to Gorakhpur, UP, during Police Remand, but the source of the case, Ambar Agrahari, could not be traced in Gorakhpur. However, on April 13, the alleged source of contraband, Ambar Agrahari, 43, was arrested from a hotel in Delhi, and Rs 1,16,000 was recovered from him. Police officials said that Ambar disclosed that he is running this cartel with the help of his partner, Surender Nath Pandey, the proprietor of two medical stores. 'They used to purchase these pharmaceutical drugs like Tramadol, Alprazolam, etc. through bills from a supplier situated in Gorakhpur, UP, and in order to earn huge money, further used to sell in Delhi through Ajeet Kumar at high prices,' the statement added. Police officials also found that the medicines were in Gorakhpur by the Pharmaceutical Companies. (ANI)
India.com
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Inside Sunil Grover's dream home: whimsical decor, sky-high escape balcony, soundproof TV room and...,it's worth Rs...
Sunil Grover's Mumbai Mansion is a blend of luxe, style and comfort. The breathtaking house is worth Rs. 2.5 crores The handpainted floral wall featuring U-shaped couches certainly sets the tone for looser conversations to take place in a whimsical, warm haven. The floral-painted ceiling corner complemented with mixed seating makes the rustic wooden dining table exude earthy elegance. The striking yellow tree mural, placed just near the entrance, is a marvellous addition of art and colour to the space. For the long-awaited movie night, Sunil's nostalgic beige-sofa-stuffed soundproof sanctuary with vintage wooden doors is nothing short of breath taking. Combining function and flair, the kitchen boasts an impressive backsplash of patterned tiles that are vivid in colour, spices and utensils arranged in a neat fashion.a stroke, This retreat reveals itself as a monsoon-kissed writing and contemplation zone. Sunil's peaceful balcony for reflection is surrounded by lush greenery and a statue of Buddha, and offers a panoramic view of the mesmerising Mumbai skyline.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
‘Great Khali' undergoes rare brain surgery at PGI
1 2 Chandigarh: In a medical triumph that defies conventional limits, doctors at the PGI successfully performed complex brain surgery on a towering 35-year-old man measuring 7 feet 7 inches. The patient, Sunil Kumar, popularly known as 'The Great Khali of Jammu', is the tallest patient operated on at the PGI with an excessive growth hormone condition — gigantism. This is a rare disease affecting about 7 to 8 people per million population globally and numbering only in hundreds. This makes Sunil's case exceptionally rare and presented the medical team with unprecedented challenges. He is posted as a head constable with the Jammu and Kashmir police and suffers from a rare condition called gigantism. It is a condition characterised by excessive growth due to an overproduction of growth hormone in childhood. Sunil, who even ventured into acting with roles in movies like 'Stree 2' and as Amitabh Bachchan's body double in 'Kalki', pushed the boundaries of standard surgical procedures. The most significant hurdle arose from his immense stature: he was a full 14 inches taller than the standard operating table, a critical issue that would have left his limbs dangerously unsupported during the delicate procedure, compromising both his safety and the surgeons' ability to work effectively. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like IITD Tech Leadership Program IITD TAILP Apply Now Undo Displaying remarkable quick-thinking, the medical team devised a simple yet brilliant solution. They secured a standard stainless-steel nursing trolley to the end of the operating table, effectively extending its length to 8 feet 5 inches. This improvisation provided ample space for Sunil's entire body, ensuring optimal positioning and a safe surgical environment. Due to Sunil's medical condition, the doctors had to drill through bones that were significantly thicker than normal, even breaking a finer instrument despite using larger tools. "Working in an institute like PGI is a different experience every day because of the diverse variety of cases we come across," said Dr Rajeev Chauhan, additional professor of anaesthesia. "This patient was challenging in terms of his height and weight as well as other airway concerns. We did a rehearsal one day prior to surgery to make internal arrangements to adjust for the OT table." The neuro-anaesthesia team, led by Dr Chauhan, managed Sunil's anaesthesia, especially considering that his gigantism can lead to an enlarged tongue and thickened throat tissues, making airway management difficult. Advanced video technology was used to safely guide the breathing tube into place. The neurosurgery team, led by Prof Rajesh Chhabra and Dr Apinderpreet Singh, successfully removed the large tumour from Sunil's pituitary gland. Post-surgery, the team is closely monitoring Sunil for any potential complications. "I have done over 100 acromegaly cases — where there is an excessive growth hormone which is mainly due to the tumour in the pituitary gland in an adult. It does not result in an increase in height, but causes larger hands, feet, ears, lips, and nose and a more prominent jaw and forehead. But gigantism is rare," said Prof Chhabra. Despite the limitations his height sometimes presents, such as difficulty finding clothes and travel, Sunil embraces his unique stature. "I have always been healthy and suffered from no illness. I was investigated here and was successfully operated upon," he said.
