Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:01am on 22 May 2024,Wednesday India
A 17-year-old boy, son of a prominent builder, was involved in a fatal car crash that killed two IT professionals. Before the crash, he spent ₹48,000 on liquor at two pubs in 90 minutes. Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar confirmed the teenager's lavish spending at Cosie restaurant-pub and Blak Mariott. The boy was taken for a medical test, and his blood sample has been sent for analysis. He is being charged under Section 304 of the Indian Penal Code for a rash and negligent act that caused death. CCTV footage shows the group consuming alcohol; the investigation is ongoing.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:45am on 22 May 2024,Wednesday India
India has detected 290 cases of KP.2 and 34 cases of KP.1, sub-lineages of Covid-19 responsible for a surge in cases in Singapore. However, the Union health ministry has stated that these cases are not associated with an increase in hospitalization and severe cases. The ministry has assured that the mutations are a natural behavior of viruses like SARS-CoV2 and there is no reason for concern or panic. The Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) is closely monitoring the situation, and samples are being picked up from hospitals to detect any change in the severity of the disease.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:15pm on 21 May 2024,Tuesday India
Rahul Gandhi criticized the lenient bail conditions for a wealthy minor who killed two IT professionals while driving a Porsche under the influence in Pune. Granted bail, the teen must work with traffic police for 15 days and write an essay on road safety. Gandhi contrasted this with harsher penalties for working-class drivers in similar situations, accusing the system of injustice favoring the rich. The teen’s father and three bar staff have also been arrested. Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis has sought to try the minor as an adult.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:42pm on 21 May 2024,Tuesday India
Families of IT engineers Aneesh Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta, who were killed in a Pune car crash, are demanding justice after the teen driver responsible was granted bail. The 17-year-old, driving a Porsche at 240 km/h, hit their bike from behind, causing instant fatalities. Granted bail within 15 hours, the driver must write an essay on accidents and work with traffic police. Outraged families call the incident murder, not an accident, and seek cancellation of bail. Pune police are appealing the decision. The tragedy has left both families devastated, with relatives vowing to fight for justice.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:32pm on 21 May 2024,Tuesday India
Sanaa Shaikh, a Class 12 student from DPS Gurgaon, achieved a remarkable 99.4% in the CBSE board exams, securing a scholarship from the University of British Columbia. Originally from Mumbai, Sanaa’s dedication to humanities, despite a commerce background, and her disciplined study habits led to her success. Encouraged by her parents, Sanaa managed her time efficiently and utilized sample papers for practice. Aspiring to study psychology with a focus on mental health research, Sanaa is excited about the opportunity to further her education in Canada and contribute to the field through research on mental health and healthcare policies.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:42pm on 21 May 2024,Tuesday India
Aneesh Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshtha, both 24, were killed early Sunday when their motorbike was struck by a Porsche driven by a 17-year-old in Pune's Kalyani Nagar. The friends, part of a group returning from dinner, faced tragedy when the car hit them. Ashwini died instantly, while Aneesh succumbed to injuries at a hospital. Aneesh, an intern from Madhya Pradesh, and Ashwini, a former colleague, were described as bright and ambitious. The driver, found to be intoxicated, faces severe legal consequences. This incident has left their friends and families in deep mourning.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:05am on 21 May 2024,Tuesday India
In Pune, a 17-year-old who allegedly ran over two techies with his Porsche was granted bail within 14 hours of detention, sparking outrage. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut accused Pune Police of treating the teenager leniently, claiming he was served pizza and burgers at the police station. Raut also alleged that an MLA from Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's NCP faction was present to assist the boy. He criticized the Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar, demanding his dismissal and warning of public protests. Raut highlighted a video showing the boy consuming alcohol, questioning discrepancies in the medical report.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:21am on 21 May 2024,Tuesday India
A horrific crash in Pune has claimed the lives of two young IT engineers, Aneesh Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta, after a speeding Porsche driven by a drunk teenager hit their bike. The 17-year-old driver, son of a prominent realtor, was granted bail within 15 hours, sparking outrage. The conditions of his bail have been criticized as lenient, including writing an essay and undergoing counseling. The incident has raised questions about justice and accountability, with demands for stricter action growing. The engineers were returning home from a gathering when the crash occurred, leaving their families and community in shock.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:28am on 21 May 2024,Tuesday India
A shocking incident occurred at Mumbai's airport yesterday when an incoming Emirates flight collided with a flock of flamingos, killing 36 birds. The aircraft was damaged and its return flight to Dubai was cancelled. Residents alerted a wildlife group about the dead birds in Ghatkopar area, and Forest Department officials recovered the mutilated remains. The area was littered with broken wings, claws, and beaks. An autopsy will determine the exact cause of death. The incident highlights the need for measures to prevent such collisions, which can risk human lives as well.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:23am on 21 May 2024,Tuesday India
Pune police have arrested the owner and manager of a bar where a 17-year-old boy consumed alcohol before a fatal car crash that killed two people. The boy's father, a real estate developer, was arrested earlier for allowing his son to drive without a license and providing him with alcohol. The bar owner and staff have been charged with serving alcohol to a minor. The teenager had visited the bar to celebrate his exam results and was seen on CCTV footage surrounded by alcohol bottles. He later drove his Porsche car under the influence, causing the deadly crash.