Air India Express Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Metal Fragments Fall in Vasant Kunj

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:38pm on 05 Sep 2024,Thursday India

An Air India Express flight experienced a critical issue shortly after taking off from Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport on September 2. Metal fragments reportedly fell from the plane over Vasant Kunj, landing on the roof of a house. The incident triggered panic, and Air Traffic Control quickly identified the aircraft. Flight IX-145 was ordered to return to the airport immediately. The plane made a precautionary landing, with all passengers and crew safe. Officials confirmed an engine problem, and an investigation is ongoing. The aviation regulator and related agencies have been notified.

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Kolkata Doctor's Family Alleges Police Forced Cremation, Bribery

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:37am on 05 Sep 2024,Thursday India

The family of a 31-year-old junior doctor, who was raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College, has accused Kolkata police of misconduct. They claim they were forced to cremate her body against their wishes, with approximately 300-400 officers surrounding their home. The father alleged that the deputy commissioner offered them money while they were grieving. The family had desired to retain the body for further rites but felt compelled to "succumb to immense pressure". Kolkata police have yet to respond to the allegations. An investigation into the incident is ongoing.

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Former Indian Envoy Reveals Pakistan's Role in 1999 IC 814 Hijacking

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:46am on 05 Sep 2024,Thursday India

In an exclusive interview, ex-diplomat Gopalaswami Parthasarathy confirmed "total Pakistani involvement" in the 1999 IC 814 hijacking. The former High Commissioner to Pakistan stated that Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) was behind the hijacking. Parthasarathy's comments come after the release of a Netflix documentary on the incident. He shared insights into Islamabad's response to the situation, highlighting Pakistan's complicity in the hijacking. The revelation has sparked renewed debate on the involvement of Pakistani agencies in the incident.

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9 Maoists Killed in Chhattisgarh Encounter Had Rs 60 Lakh Bounty

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:40am on 05 Sep 2024,Thursday India

In a significant operation, security forces killed 9 Maoists in an encounter on the Dantewada-Bijapur border in Chhattisgarh. The deceased carried a combined bounty of Rs 60 lakh. Notably, Macharela Yesobu, a member of the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee, had a bounty of Rs 25 lakh. Yesobu, also known as "Ranader", was part of the Naxalite movement since 1988 and hailed from Warangal district in undivided Andhra Pradesh. Police are investigating further to gather more information about the deceased Maoists and their involvement in the movement. The operation is seen as a major blow to the Maoist organization.

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Tragic Last Moments of Darshan's Fan Caught on Camera Before Murder

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:13am on 05 Sep 2024,Thursday India

New exclusive images show Renukaswamy, a 33-year-old auto driver, pleading for his life moments before his murder in June. The photos, taken just before his death, reveal a shirtless Renukaswamy with visible injury marks on his body. He was seen looking directly at the camera, scared and pleading for mercy. The murder allegedly occurred at the behest of Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa. The chilling images raise questions about the circumstances surrounding Renukaswamy's tragic death. An investigation is underway.

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Supreme Court to Hear Arvind Kejriwal's Bail Plea in Corruption Case Today

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:48am on 05 Sep 2024,Thursday India

The Supreme Court will hear Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's bail plea on Thursday in a corruption case related to the now-scrapped excise policy. Filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the case questions Kejriwal's alleged involvement. The CBI opposed his bail, arguing his treatment can be managed in custody, dismissing claims of health concerns. The agency also asserted that the bail granted to co-accused, such as K Kavitha and Manish Sisodia, does not impact Kejriwal's plea. Kejriwal is seeking bail based on health reasons, while the CBI maintains that his arrest and legal proceedings should proceed without exception. The court's decision is awaited.

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Kolkata Doctor's Family Claim Police Tried to 'Bribe' Them After Their Daughter's Rape & Murder

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:29am on 05 Sep 2024,Thursday India

The parents of a 31-year-old Kolkata doctor, who was brutally raped and murdered last month, have accused the police of attempting to bribe them to suppress the case. They claim a senior police official offered them money when the body was handed over, which they declined. The family joined protests at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, where the body was found, and alleged that the police tried to hush up the case and delay investigations. The incident has sparked massive protests across the state, demanding swift action and justice for the victim.

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Jaydeep Apte, Sculptor of Collapsed Shivaji Statue, Taken into Custody

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:58am on 05 Sep 2024,Thursday India

Jaydeep Apte, the 24-year-old sculptor of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue that collapsed in Maharashtra last month, has been arrested. Apte, who was untraceable for 10 days, was taken into custody in Thane district. The 35-feet-tall statue, inaugurated just nine months ago, collapsed on August 26. Apte is currently being held at the Deputy Commissioner of Police's office. His arrest comes after a nearly two-week search. The incident had raised questions about the quality of construction and Apte's expertise.

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Thousands of Women Protest Across West Bengal in Second ‘Reclaim the Night’ March for Justice, RG Kar Case Sparks National Outrage

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:28pm on 04 Sep 2024,Wednesday India

On September 4, thousands of women participated in the second ‘Reclaim the Night’ protest across West Bengal, demanding justice for the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. Protesters formed human chains and held candles and banners with messages like “We want justice” and “Stop Violence against Women.” The mass movement follows nationwide outrage over the incident. The West Bengal Assembly has passed a stringent anti-rape bill proposing capital punishment for severe cases. Demonstrations included lawyers forming human chains outside Kolkata courts.

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Ex-Diplomat Gopalaswami Parthasarathy Blames Pakistan for 1999 IC 814 Hijacking, Not al-Qaeda

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:09pm on 04 Sep 2024,Wednesday India

In an exclusive interview with India Today TV, former Indian High Commissioner to Pakistan Gopalaswami Parthasarathy asserted that Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) was deeply involved in the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines flight IC 814. Parthasarathy refuted claims linking al-Qaeda to the hijacking, emphasizing that Pakistani terrorists were responsible and that ISI collaborated throughout the crisis. He criticized Pakistan's response as "duplicitous" and detailed how the Pakistani government obstructed India's attempts to resolve the situation. The discussion follows the recent Netflix release, "IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack," which reexamines the event.

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