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Gujarat Couple, 3 Children Found Dead, Relatives Suspect Debt Suicide Pact
Ahmedabad: A couple and their three children have died in Ahmedabad's Bagodara in a suspected case of mass suicide. The parents allegedly poisoned their two daughters and a son before dying by suicide. Relatives have said Vipul Vaghela (32) plied an auto-rickshaw and was under heavy debt. They suspect the financial struggles pushed him to poison his family and then die by suicide. The couple and their children were found dead this morning. As soon as police were alerted, an ambulance was rushed to the spot and the five were taken to the hospital, where they were declared dead. Police have said the bodies of Vipul Vaghela, his wife Sonal Vaghela (26) and children Kareena (11), Mayur (8) and Princy (5) have been sent for autopsy. The bodies were found on two cots at their home. Police said they are investigating what led to this tragic incident. The family, relatives said, was from Dholka and had been living in Bagodara in a rented home. Vipul operated an auto-rickshaw and was the sole earning member. A relative said Vipul bought an auto-rickshaw on loan and was struggling to pay EMIs. "He used to be under a lot of pressure due to financial strains. It is possible that he took this decision due to those difficulties," he said.
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"Completely Out Of...": James Anderson Finally Reacts To Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Naming
England pace legend James Anderson confessed that seeing his name alongside the iconic Sachin Tendulkar on a trophy feels "completely out of place," calling it an incredible honour to be associated with "one of the greatest cricketers to have ever lived". The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has rechristened the Test series between India and England as the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, paying tribute to the two titans of the sport. Previously, the contests on English soil were played for the Pataudi Trophy, named after former Indian captains Iftikhar Ali Khan Pataudi and his son Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi. "It's not necessarily just how huge it is to have a trophy named after you, but alongside Sachin Tendulkar, who for me is one of the greatest ever cricketers to have lived. "I feel completely out of place when I see myself alongside him with the trophy. I hold him in such high regard." Anderson told 'Sky Sports'. "I watched him as a kid, played against him. He's just such an iconic cricketer who's carried the weight of a nation on his shoulders throughout his career and past it as well. So, to share something like this with him is an incredible honour." Both Anderson and Tendulkar are widely regarded as all-time greats. They are the most-capped players in the history of Test cricket. Tendulkar played 200 matches, and Anderson appeared in 188 Tests. Anderson, who claimed 704 wickets in 188 Tests, faced Tendulkar on several occasions during the late 2000s. The 42-year-old also reflected on how detached he sometimes feels from the legacy he's created. "It is strange that when people talk about what I have achieved in cricket, like when I hear about it as if someone's talking about someone else if that makes sense like I don't feel it is me who has achieved all this," he said. Anderson brought the curtain down on his illustrious career last year, stepping aside to make way for England's next generation of fast bowlers. England currently lead the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2-1 with the fourth Test slated to begin on Wednesday at Manchester.
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Pilot Accused Of Raping Air Hostess At His Thane Home, Case Filed
Thane: A 23-year-old air hostess working with a private airline was allegedly raped by her colleague, a pilot, at his home in Mira Road near Mumbai. The incident took place earlier this week, shortly after the two had travelled together on a flight to London. Upon returning to Mumbai, they again travelled together to Mira Road, where they lived - separately. The survivor alleged that during this time, the pilot asked her to visit his place first and then return to her home later. When they reached his house, she found out that no one else was present. He then raped her, alleged the air hostess. A case has been filed at the Navghar police station. The pilot is currently on the run, and the cops have launched a search to arrest him, officials said.
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1 Kanwar Pilgrim Dead, 3 Injured After Their Bike Collides With Tractor In UP
Sambhal: One Kanwar pilgrim died while three others sustained injuries after their motorcycle collided with a tractor in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal district, police said. The incident occurred in the Asmauli police station area when a group of Kanwariyas, heading towards Haridwar to collect Ganga water on Saturday, attempted to overtake on a narrow stretch of road leading to Urha and crashed into an oncoming tractor. Speaking to media reporters, Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Rajesh Kumar Srivastava said, "Some Kanwar pilgrims travelling by bike to Haridwar to collect Ganga water, overtook on a narrow path in the Asmauli police station area on the route to Urha, during which they collided with a tractor." ASP Kumar further added, "Three people are injured, and one has died. The victim's identity has been confirmed, and the body has been sent for postmortem. The injured have received primary treatment at Sambhal District Hospital. From here, they have been referred to Moradabad. Everyone has cooperated." Meanwhile, Moradabad Municipal Corporation's 'Jatayu Van' has deployed HD drones for surveillance of the Kanwar routes to ensure a smooth and safe pilgrimage for the devotees. The live feed of the drone camera is being sent to the integrated command control centre through 'Jatayu Van' for monitoring of the routes. The feed is also connected to the mobile phones of the officers for quick and effective coordination to ensure devotees do not face any challenges during the pilgrimage. The Moradabad Municipal Corporation is also setting up a massive Shiv Darbar, featuring a 30-foot-long idol of Lord Shiva, to welcome all the Kanwar Yatris. Along with this, a special resting place, a Kanwar Yatra shed, has been made with a capacity of over 100 people. 'Sawan' holds a special place in Hindu mythology. Devotees undertake fasts and offer prayers to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva during this period. The chanting of Shiva mantras, singing bhajans (devotional songs), and performing Rudrabhishek (ceremonial bathing of Shiva Lingam with holy substances) are common practices observed with fervour across households and temples during the 'Sawan' month. This year, Sawan month commences from July 11 and will conclude on August 9.
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Norton Drops Teaser For Its Upcoming Motorcycle Ahead Of November 4 Debut
Norton is gearing up to step into the Indian market quite soon with its range of middle-weight motorcycles. However, the UK-based motorcycle maker is not alone in its Indian journey, as it has partnered with TVS Motors for its operation in the country. Now, Norton has shared the teaser for its soon-to-be-launched motorcycle in India. However, we need to wait for a few months as the brand is hoping to unveil the bike on EICMA 2025, dated 4th November. While the teaser video hides many of the details of the bike, it just gives us a glimpse of the sharp and sporty taillight. It must be noted that the brand is planning to introduce a 400cc-450cc and a 650cc machine in the Indian market. However, it is not yet clear whether the bikes will feature a single-cylinder or a dual-cylinder unit. As of now, all we know is Norton will bring an all-new motorcycle to the country in November based on a new platform, which will open the windows for more motorcycles in the future. Also, a few reports claim that TVS, along with Norton, is working on a 300cc motorcycle that will rival Royal Enfield and Triumph in the Indian market. Norton India TVS Motor Company acquired Norton Motorcycles, the iconic British brand, in 2020. This marks a significant milestone in TVS's multi-year strategy to revive and globalise the heritage motorcycle marque. Since acquiring Norton for Rs. 153 crore, TVS has invested over Rs. 1,000 crore into the brand, focusing on product development, R&D, and establishing a new manufacturing facility in Solihull, UK, with a capacity to manufacture around 8,000 motorcycles annually. The company plans to introduce six new models globally by 2027, emphasising "Design, Dynamism, and Detail" as core principles.
