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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
2 GDA officials booked for demanding bribe; 1 held
A supervisor of the Ghaziabad development authority (GDA) has been held for allegedly demanding ₹2 lakh as bribe from a resident for approving construction of a private building in Muradnagar. Police said the anti-corruption team from Meerut, who nabbed the supervisor, has filed an FIR against him along with a junior engineer (JE). The bribe was allegedly demanded on behalf of the JE. The incident came to light on a complaint by Muradnagar resident Surendra Kumar who bought a property on Rawli Road in November 2024 and later constructed a basement and some pillars. Kumar alleged that on May 28, the JE and the supervisor came to the site and asked him to stop work till some talks were held. When the complainant requested them to allow the construction, they demanded ₹2 lakh, without any negotiation, Kumar told the anti-corruption unit. The FIR in this connection was lodged at Muradnagar police station under relevant sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, and named supervisor Raj Kumar and junior engineer Ajit Kumar, as suspects. The inquiry, prima facie, found that the allegations by the complainant were correct. The investigating team planned to lay a trap and catch the suspects red-handed. On June 2, the supervisor arrived at a designated place in Muradnagar, and the complainant handed him a bag containing the money in cash. While the supervisor was taking the money from Kumar, the team nabbed him. Investigators said he told them that he was collecting the amount as told by the JE as he left to attend some family emergency. 'The FIR names the supervisor and the JE, and the supervisor was arrested by the team of the anti-corruption unit. They also filed the FIR and will take up further investigation in the case,' Surendra Nath Tiwary, deputy commissioner of police (DCP) of rural zone, said. When asked to comment on the allegations, GDA said the act by the staff has dented the image of the authority. 'In connection with the incident, the supervisor has been suspended with immediate effect, and a team will also take up disciplinary action and an inquiry. Meanwhile, senior officials have sought a report about allegations against the JE and will soon apprise the state government about the matter. Further required action will also be taken up,' Rudresh Shukla, media coordinator of GDA, said.
India Gazette
14-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Normalcy returns to JK after tensions following cross-border shelling, drone attacks
Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 14 (ANI): The situation across several districts of Jammu and Kashmir has returned to normalcy after cross-border shelling and attempted drone attacks from Pakistan had kept the residents of the region on high alert for several days. Following the understanding of the cessation of hostilities between India and Pakistan on May 10, things have shifted to being normal, as reports of overnight drone attacks or cross-border firing and shelling have gradually stopped. The districts of Akhnoor, Jammu, Samba, and Poonch are particularly relieved to see a decrease in tensions, which were escalated following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam. Residents now continue with their daily routines as the situation becomes stable, with no incidents of cross-border activity reported for the past two days. However, drone sightings in Jammu, Samba, Akhnoor, and Kathua were earlier reported in the intervening night of May 12 and May 13. Meanwhile, Residents of Samba expressed relief and appreciation for the Indian Army's efforts in maintaining security. Surendra Kumar, a local from Samba, told ANI, 'All their (Pakistan's) drones were neutralised by our forces. So, the situation seems good now. It is peaceful. It is good if this continues.' Another resident, Rai Kumar, praised the Army's role, saying, 'What the Indian Army is doing is good... The Indian Army is zindabad. The Army has done a lot for us. We sleep at home but they protect us at the border... We have been seeing Pakistan for a long time; I am 50 years old... They keep sending terrorists to our side. They kill our jawans and civilians. They are not going to mend their ways... Something should be done...' This period of calm follows a tense phase after India's 'Operation Sindoor' on May 7, which targeted nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. Pakistan's subsequent retaliatory actions, including drone attacks and heavy shelling along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border. However, the Indian Army's robust response, including neutralising Pakistani drones and causing damage to 11 airbases in Pakistan, has contributed to the current de-escalation. (ANI)
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Soldier Surendra Kumar, killed in attack on Udhampur airbase, cremated in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu
The mortal remains of soldier Surendra Kumar , who was martyred in the Pakistani attack on the Udhampur airbase, were consigned to flames with full military honours at his native village in the Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan on Sunday. A large number of mourners gathered to bid farewell to the brave soldier. #Operation Sindoor India responds to Pak's ceasefire violation; All that happened India-Pakistan ceasefire reactions: Who said what Punjab's hopes for normalcy dimmed by fresh violations Surendra Kumar, an assistant medical sergeant in the Indian Air Force , lost his life in the attack on the Udhampur airbase. His body was brought to his hometown by road, with a 'Tiranga Yatra' being held from Mandawa to his village Mehradasi. The procession was accompanied by hundreds of people. 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo Eight-year-old Daksh, Surendra's son, lit the funeral pyre. Thousands of people attended the last rites, raising the slogans of " Bharat Mata Ki Jai " and "Surendra Kumar Amar Rahe." Standing near her husband's body, Surendra's wife repeatedly cried out, "I love you," while saluting with a trembling hand. Her family gathered around to offer her comfort during this difficult moment. Live Events Deputy Chief Minister Premchand Bairwa, ministers Avinash Gehlot and Jhabar Singh Kharra and other leaders also paid floral tributes to the martyr. Earlier, Surendra's 11-year-old daughter Vritika spoke with pride about her father's bravery, describing him as a "protector of the nation". "Papa had said that everything was fine and that he was safe. My papa has laid down life to protect the nation. The whole of Pakistan should be destroyed. I want to become a soldier like my father, and I will take revenge for his death," she told reporters.
Hindustan Times
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Jhunjhunu bids tearful adieu to jawan killed in Pak airstrike in Udhampur
Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu on Sunday bid a tearful adieu to the 36-year-old jawan, Surendra Kumar, who was killed during an airstrike launched by Pakistan at the Indian Air Force (IAF)'s Udhampur airbase in Jammu and Kashmir early on Saturday. Kumar was working as an assistant medical sergeant for IAF and was posted at the 39th wing of the IAF at Udhampur airbase. Jhunjhunu district collector Ramavatar Meena said, 'Surendra Kumar Moga was a native of Jhunjhunu's Mandawa. He was killed during a Pakistani attack on Saturday wee hours at the airbase. His body was brought to his village on Sunday early morning. He was cremated with full military honour.' Deputy chief minister Prem Chand Bairwa, social justice minister Avinash Gehlot, sports and youth minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, Rajya Sabha MP and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state president Madan Rathore, senior BJP leader Rajendra Rathore, leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully, Congress state president Govind Singh Dotasra and several others reached Kumar's house in Jhunjhunu to attend the funeral. Extending his condolences to the family, Bairwa said, 'Today, during the funeral rites at his (Surendra) residence, I paid heartfelt tribute by offering flowers to his mortal remains and presented a cheque to the family members on behalf of the State Government. The entire state is proud of his dedication and valor. In this hour of grief, our government is with the family of the martyr.' Jully said, 'I paid my humble tributes to martyr Shri Surendra Singh Moga, a resident of Mandawa (Mehradasi), who made the supreme sacrifice while protecting the motherland in Jammu & Kashmir, by offering a wreath, and met his family members and expressed my condolences. The entire nation is proud of brave sons like Shaheed Surendra Singh Moga ji who sacrificed their lives in the service of the country. This country will always be indebted to you.' Surendra Kumar had been working with the armed forces for over 14 years. Earlier he was posted in Lucknow and was transferred to Udhampur only two months ago. Last time when he visited Jhunjhunu in April, he organised a function for his new home. On April 20, he returned to the airbase. He was survived by his wife Seema (34) and two children- Vartika (11) and Daksh (7). Speaking to the reporters, Vartika said that she wants to be an army officer like her father to take revenge of her death. 'Pakistan should be finished. My father died because of them. They can't be forgiven. I will become a military officer like my father and will kill each of them.'
The Print
11-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Soldier Surendra Kumar, killed in attack on Udhampur airbase, cremated in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu
Surendra Kumar, an assistant medical sergeant in the Indian Air Force, lost his life in the attack on the Udhampur airbase. Jaipur, May 11 (PTI) The mortal remains of soldier Surendra Kumar, who was martyred in the Pakistani attack on the Udhampur airbase, were consigned to flames with full military honours at his native village in the Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan on Sunday. His body was brought to his hometown by road, with a 'Tiranga Yatra' being held from Mandawa to his village Mehradasi. The procession was accompanied by hundreds of people. Eight-year-old Daksh, Surendra's son, lit the funeral pyre. Thousands of people attended the last rites, raising the slogans of 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' and 'Surendra Kumar Amar Rahe.' Standing near her husband's body, Surendra's wife repeatedly cried out, 'I love you,' while saluting with a trembling hand. Her family gathered around to offer her comfort during this difficult moment. Deputy Chief Minister Premchand Bairwa, ministers Avinash Gehlot and Jhabar Singh Kharra and other leaders also paid floral tributes to the martyr. Earlier, Surendra's 11-year-old daughter Vritika spoke with pride about her father's bravery, describing him as a 'protector of the nation'. 'Papa had said that everything was fine and that he was safe. My papa has laid down life to protect the nation. The whole of Pakistan should be destroyed. I want to become a soldier like my father, and I will take revenge for his death,' she told reporters. PTI SDA MNK MNK This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
