Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:24pm on 09 Jul 2024,Tuesday India
Mihir Shah, accused in the Worli BMW hit-and-run case, was arrested after three days of hiding. Shah allegedly struck a scooter, killing a woman, on July 7. He hid at various resorts with his family and friend Avdeep. Police tracked him down after Avdeep switched on his phone for 15 minutes. Shah's father advised him to leave the city, while his driver initially took the blame. Shah’s mother, sisters, and friend are also being questioned by the police. The incident has garnered significant attention due to Shah's connection to Shiv Sena leader Rajesh Shah.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:41pm on 09 Jul 2024,Tuesday India
The CBI arrested two individuals in Bihar related to the NEET-UG paper leak. Sunny Kumar, a NEET-UG candidate, was arrested in Nalanda, and Ranjit Kumar, another candidate's father, was arrested in Gaya. So far, the CBI has arrested eight people in Bihar and Jharkhand, and one each in Latur, Godhra, and Dehradun. The NEET-UG 2024 exam, held on May 5, faced controversy due to the alleged leak. The Supreme Court has asked the NTA and Central government to submit reports on actions taken and expects a CBI status report by July 10. The next hearing is on July 11.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:41pm on 09 Jul 2024,Tuesday India
Mihir Shah, the main accused in the Mumbai BMW hit-and-run case, was arrested after three days, raising concerns from the victim's family. Pradeep Nakhwa, husband of the deceased Kaveri Nakhwa, questioned why Shah hid if he wasn't drunk. He fears no alcohol traces will be found due to the delay, saying, "Traces of alcohol won’t be there now." The accident occurred while the Nakhwas were on their scooter, and Kaveri was dragged 1500 meters, later dying in the hospital. Pradeep expressed frustration over lacking resources for legal battles against Shah, who is the son of a Shiv Sena leader. Top political leaders have not visited the family.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:05pm on 09 Jul 2024,Tuesday India
Mihir Shah, the main accused in the Worli hit-and-run case, was arrested on July 9. The 24-year-old son of Shiv Sena leader Rajesh Shah had been absconding since July 7 after allegedly ramming his BMW into a scooter on Annie Besant Road, killing Kaveri Nakhwa and injuring her husband Pradip. Rajesh Shah, who allegedly conspired to shift the blame onto the driver, was also arrested but later released on bail. The BMW was found abandoned in Bandra East. Mihir faces charges under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sahita and the Motor Vehicles Act.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:38am on 09 Jul 2024,Tuesday India
Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition, met the family of late Captain Anshuman Singh, a Siachen hero who saved many lives and received the Kirti Chakra posthumously. The meeting took place in Raebareli, where Captain Singh's parents expressed their gratitude to Gandhi. The family discussed the Agniveer scheme and the need for equal facilities for all in the Indian Army. The meeting was an emotional moment for Captain Singh's mother, Manju Singh, who had earlier expressed a desire to meet Gandhi. The Congress leader's gesture was seen as a gesture of respect for the fallen soldier's family.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:31am on 09 Jul 2024,Tuesday India
The Hathras stampede tragedy, which claimed 121 lives, has reached the Supreme Court. A petition filed by lawyer Vishal Tiwari demands a probe led by a retired top court judge and a status report from the Uttar Pradesh government. The petition also seeks legal action against officials found responsible. The Supreme Court has scheduled a hearing for Friday. The incident occurred at a religious gathering of self-styled godman 'Bhole Baba'. An SIT probe has blamed overcrowding as the main reason behind the tragedy. The court is expected to frame guidelines to prevent such incidents in the future.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:39am on 09 Jul 2024,Tuesday India
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed deep anguish over the death of five Army personnel in a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district. The soldiers were ambushed by heavily armed terrorists during a patrol in the Badnota area, leaving five injured. Singh offered condolences to the families and praised the soldiers' determination to restore peace in the region. Counter-terror operations are ongoing, and the minister wished a speedy recovery to the injured. The attack highlights the ongoing threat of terrorism in the region, and the Army's commitment to combating it.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:25am on 09 Jul 2024,Tuesday India
On Monday, Pakistani terrorists attacked Indian army vehicles in Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir. The assault was carried out using sophisticated weapons, including M4 Carbine rifles and explosive devices. The terrorists had conducted reconnaissance of the area, possibly with local support, before launching the targeted attack. The army vehicles were traveling through a region with limited road connectivity, making them vulnerable to the ambush. The attack resulted in casualties, and an investigation is underway to determine the details of the incident. The incident highlights the ongoing threat of terrorism in the region.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:23pm on 08 Jul 2024,Monday India
Five Indian Army personnel were tragically killed and six others injured in a terrorist attack on a military convoy in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district. The incident occurred during a routine patrol on the Machedi-Kindli-Malhar road, where terrorists initiated the assault with a grenade followed by gunfire. Despite immediate retaliation by security forces, the terrorists managed to escape into nearby forests. This marks the second attack on the Indian Army in the region within 48 hours, highlighting the ongoing security challenges in Jammu and Kashmir. Political leaders have condemned the attack, emphasizing the need for robust anti-terror measures.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:17pm on 08 Jul 2024,Monday India
Five Indian Army soldiers were killed and five others injured in a terrorist attack on an army convoy in Billawar, Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir. The ambush occurred when terrorists, positioned on a hill in the Machedi area, opened fire and hurled grenades at the convoy. The injured soldiers are receiving medical treatment. Security forces initiated a search operation, resulting in an ongoing gunfight with the terrorists. The attack underscores a recent surge in terrorist activities in the region, prompting heightened security measures and counter-terror operations.