MUMBAI MURDER
1993 Mumbai riots accused arrested after being on the run for three decades
Sayyad Nadir Shah Abbas Khan was nabbed in Sewri area by a team of Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Marg police station on Monday, an official said. He was named as an accused in a case of attempt to murder and unlawful assembly during the riots in the city that followed the demolition of the Babri masjid in December 1992.
Orissa HC faces criticism for commuting death sentence of a rapist, citing his habit of namaz many times
Lawyers question whether frequent prayers offered by a 36-year-old death row convict, convicted of raping and murdering a six-year-old girl, justify commuting his sentence to life imprisonment. Orissa High Court cited the convict's religious devotion and surrender to God in its decision, despite upholding his conviction under IPC and POCSO Act. The court noted his family circumstances and good behavior in prison, arguing against the 'rarest of rare' category for capital punishment.
Man brutally kills ex-girlfriend by hitting her 15 times with spanner in front of crowd in Vasai near Mumbai
In Vasai's East Chinchpada area near Mumbai, 20-year-old Rohit Yadav allegedly beat his ex-girlfriend Aarti Yadav to death with a spanner. The attack, captured on CCTV, occurred at 8:30 am, with a crowd of pedestrians failing to intervene. Rohit was arrested and will be charged with murder, as police investigate the public's inaction.
'Biggest blunder…': Indrani Mukerjea's lawyer after Sheena Bora's bones remain untraceable
Ranjeet Sangle, the advocate of prime accused Indrani Mukerjea, said on June 15 that the prosecution has told the CBI court in Mumbai that the remains of allegedly murdered Sheena Bora are untraceable, on which he said that it’s the biggest blunder in investig...
Kannada star Darshan's fans flock to Bengaluru police station, demanding his release
The actor, known by his first name, was arrested while he was at a gym in the city of Mysuru and brought to Bengaluru, about two hours away, and was due to appear in a local court, media reported.
Lok Sabha elections: Two candidates fighting to represent 'real' Shiv Sena in Mumbai North West seat
The North West Mumbai Lok Sabha seat contest features candidates Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray and Amol Kirtikar claiming to represent the 'real' Shiv Sena, with a notable absence of Jogeshwari East MLA Ravindra Waikar, also a key contender in the race.
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SC stays till further orders premature release of gangster Arun Gawli in murder case
The Supreme Court stayed the premature release of Arun Gawli, a gangster-turned-politician serving life imprisonment, following an order by the Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court related to the 2006 remission policy.
SC to hear Maharashtra govt's plea on June 3 against premature release of gangster Arun Gawli
The Supreme Court is set to hear a plea from the Maharashtra government challenging a Bombay High Court order that allowed the premature release of gangster-turned-politician Arun Gawli, who is serving life imprisonment in a murder case. Gawli, who is 65 years old and certified as weak by the Medical Board, argues that the rejection of his application for premature release by the state authorities is unjust and arbitrary.
Gangster Chhota Rajan convicted in 2001 case of murder of Mumbai hotelier Jaya Shetty
Mumbai special court convicted gangster Chhota Rajan for the 2001 murder of hotelier Jaya Shetty. The court found Rajan guilty under the IPC provisions for murder. The victim, who owned Golden Crown hotel, was shot dead by alleged gang members amid extortion threats. Court to determine punishment later.
Hoarding collapse: Court extends police custody of advertising firm's director till Thursday
A court in Mumbai has extended the police remand of Bhavesh Bhinde, director of Ego Media Pvt Ltd, by one day. Bhinde was arrested on May 16 in Udaipur, Rajasthan, following the collapse of an illegal hoarding in Ghatkopar that killed 17 people and injured over 70. The 120 ft x 120 ft hoarding fell onto a petrol pump during gusty winds and unseasonal rains. Police requested more time to investigate the "complex and extensive" case. Bhinde faces charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder under IPC section 304.
Bangladesh MP Murder: Detective chief says conspirator may have escaped to US, seeks Interpol's help to track down suspect
The primary suspect in the murder of Bangladeshi MP Anwarul Azim Anar, Akhtaruzzaman Shaheen, is believed to have escaped to the US via Dubai from Kathmandu. Bangladesh is seeking Interpol's assistance in apprehending him, emphasizing the seriousness of the crime. The murder, motivated by a dispute over proceeds from a gold smuggling racket, led to the victim's body parts being dismembered and disposed of in Bagjola canal near Kolkata. Authorities are coordinating with Indian counterparts to track down suspects.
Mumbai hoarding crash: Ad firm director Bhavesh Bhinde's police custody extended till May 29
Mumbai court extends police custody of Bhavesh Bhinde, director of advertising firm involved in hoarding collapse in Ghatkopar, claiming 17 lives.
Bangladesh MP murder: Police arrest butcher; takes his help to locate body parts
The West Bengal CID arrested a butcher in Bongaon for allegedly assisting in the murder and dismemberment of Bangladeshi MP Anwarul Azim Anar. The victim's body parts were found scattered, and the investigation revealed a murder plot involving multiple accomplices.
Ujjwal Nikam, prosecutor who became celebrity, to face 'Janata ki Adalat' as Lok Sabha candidate
Born in North Maharashtra's Jalgaon, he started practicing as a lawyer in 1979, but shot to fame for the first time when he was appointed as special public prosecutor in the 1993 serial blasts case. The case reached its conclusion more than a decade later and a hundred accused were convicted while 23 others were acquitted.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 5: From Rahul Gandhi to Smriti Irani and Piyush Goyal, here are top candidates and constituencies
India's Phase 5 Lok Sabha elections feature key contests with Rahul Gandhi, Smriti Irani and several Union Ministers and party chiefs in the race. Encompassing 49 seats spread across 6 states and two Union Territories (UT), the upcoming elections will see a diverse array of constituencies. Uttar Pradesh leads with 14 seats, followed by Maharashtra with 13, West Bengal with 7, Bihar with 5, Jharkhand with 3, Odisha with 5, and one each from Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.
Collapsed billboard owner Bhavesh Bhinde to remain in police custody till May 26
Bhavesh Bhinde, owner of Ego Media, will be in police custody until May 26 for the Ghatkopar hoarding collapse that killed 16 and injured 75. He was arrested in a secret operation in Udaipur. Bhinde faces charges for culpable homicide and is a repeat offender for illegal hoardings and rape accusations. He was granted anticipatory bail earlier this year for a rape case.
Mumbai Police arrests Bhavesh Bhinde from Udaipur in connection with hoarding collapse which claimed 16 lives
Mumbai police have arrested Bhavesh Bhinde, owner of Ego Media, in connection with an illegal hoarding collapse in Chheda Nagar that led to 16 deaths. Bhinde faces charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder and is also embroiled in other legal issues, including allegations of rape. Despite his troubles, Bhinde has secured contracts from entities like the Indian Railways and BMC for billboards and banners, albeit amid allegations of flouting regulations. This incident has prompted Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to order a structural audit of all hoardings in Mumbai.
Hoarding collapse: How nod for billboard given by police instead of BMC? asks Kirit Somaiya
After a Mumbai hoarding collapse, Kirit Somaiya raises concerns over permissions granted by police officers instead of the city civic body. He emphasizes the need to remove dangerous hoardings exceeding size limits.
Mumbai police chief assures strict action against those responsible for hoarding collapse incident
Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar has promised strict action after a hoarding collapse killed 14 and injured 74 in Ghatkopar. The illegal 100-foot-tall billboard fell during a storm. Phansalkar assured justice for victims, with the owner facing charges. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has ordered audits for all city hoardings and offers aid to victims' families.
Death toll rises to 14 in Mumbai hoarding tragedy; search and rescue ops still on
The death toll in the Mumbai hoarding collapse incident is 14 dead, 75 injured. NDRF teams, BMC, and Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar are leading rescue efforts in Ghatkopar area. NDRF assistant commandant Nikhil Mudholkar provided insights during the search operations. Rajawadi Hospital, Bhavesh Bhinde, and BJP leader Kirit Somaiya are also involved.
Anand Mahindra reacts to Mumbai billboard collapse. Mini Mathur says 'life in our country has zero value'
After a fatal hoarding collapse in Mumbai, Anand Mahindra demands stringent rules. Maharashtra CM orders audit, Bollywood expresses shock. BJP leader Kirit Somaiya claimed permission for the hoarding was given by Uddhav Thackeray.
Mumbai dust storm Ghatkopar hoarding tragedy: Who is Bhavesh Bhide, owner of collapsed hoarding that took 14 lives
Bhavesh Bhide, owner of an advertising agency, is implicated in the collapse of an illegal hoarding in Mumbai's Ghatkopar area, resulting in 14 deaths. The incident occurred during a dust storm with winds of 60 km/h. The National Disaster Response Force rescued 74 of the 88 victims. Authorities have filed charges of culpable homicide against Bhide's company, prompting BMC to demand removal of other unauthorized hoardings.
'Dushman' star Ashutosh Rana says current Bollywood is a 'golden period' for actors like him
The 56-year-old actor said he would love to play a variety of characters on screen, whether they are heroic or villainous.
19-year-old man dies after eating 'chicken shawarma' from roadside vendor; two held
He later again felt unwell following which his family members took him to the civic-run KEM Hospital on May 5. A doctor treated him and sent him home, the official from Trombay police station said. As the man continued to be unwell, he was on Sunday evening again taken to the KEM Hospital where a doctor examined him and admitted him.
Ashutosh Rana & Vijay Raaz's 'Murder In Mahim' to hit JioCinema this May
Adapted from a critically acclaimed book 'Murder in Mahim' by author Jerry Pinto, the show is a social commentary that explores the chilling murder mystery and the underbelly of Mumbai, highlighting the reconciliation of a lost friendship between Peter (Rana) and Jende (Raaz).
Emraan Hashmi and Mallika Sherawat patch things up after two-decade-long feud, share a warm hug: Check viral video
Emraan Hashmi and Mallika Sherawat, once celebrated on-screen, have reconciled after a 20-year feud stemming from their film 'Murder'. Their joyful reunion at a wedding reception marked the end of tensions, with fans expressing excitement over their renewed bond. Reflecting on past misunderstandings, Mallika called the feud childish, while Emraan's controversial comments further fueled the rift.
How a train passenger's selfie helped Mumbai police solve a murder mystery
A thief's photo on a passenger's phone in Maharashtra's Kalyan has solved the mystery of a man's death. The thief, identified as Akash Jadhav, attempted to snatch a passenger's phone on a moving train, which led to the fatal fall of Prabhas Bhange. The victim's phone was stolen by Jadhav, prompting Mr. Bhange to try to retrieve it and tragically fall to his death.
Mumbai Crime Branch brings Gangster Prasad Pujari back from China on extortion and murder charges
Mumbai Crime Branch successfully brings back gangster Prasad Pujari from China, where he had been evading authorities since 2010. Pujari, wanted in several murder and extortion cases, including a 2020 extortion case, was arrested in Hong Kong last year. In a separate incident, NIA apprehended Mohammed Gaus Niyazi in South Africa for the 2016 murder of an RSS leader, showcasing ongoing efforts to bring criminals to justice.
Ahead of her comeback 'Murder Mubarak', Karisma Kapoor reveals why she became choosy
The star said her character in "Murder Mubarak" is an actress, "maybe a dream girl from suspense movies", but she is very real.
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