In a tragic incident during Diwali celebrations in Shahdara, Delhi, a double murder claimed the lives of 40-year-old Akash and his 16-year-old nephew Rishab. The police reported that around five shots were fired at approximately 8:30 PM. The victims' family is devastated, with the mother alleging that a man named Lakshay visited their home shortly before the shooting, raising suspicions about his involvement. Additionally, the deceased’s brother revealed that internal disputes within the family may have contributed to the tensions surrounding the incident. The police are actively investigating the case to uncover the details leading up to this shocking act of violence. Further updates are expected as the investigation unfolds.
01 November,2024 04:56 PM IST
The UP Police achieved a significant breakthrough in the Bahraich violence by arresting five suspects near the Nepal border. Two of the accused, Sarfaraz and Mohammad Talib, were injured in an encounter with police while attempting to escape. This incident has reignited a political debate surrounding the UP government's controversial ‘encounter policy’. The Congress party criticized the state administration, linking the Bahraich violence to its failures. Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav also condemned the government, suggesting the encounters were a distraction from their inadequacies. AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi called for legal consequences for the suspects instead of extrajudicial measures, highlighting the problematic "Thok Denge" stance of the UP CM. Conversely, BJP leaders defended the police's actions, labeling them as justified responses to criminal activity. The unrest in Bahraich follows the violent death of Ramgopal Mishra during a community clash, raising further concerns about public safety.
18 October,2024 10:30 AM IST
Former Maharashtra minister and NCP leader Baba Siddique was shot dead in Mumbai on October 12. After the news of Baba Siddique's murder broke, many Bollywood stars and political leaders visited Lilavati Hospital to support his family. The Mumbai Police have arrested two suspects, Karnail Singh from Haryana and Dharamraj Kashyap from Uttar Pradesh. They revealed that the suspects had been watching Baba Siddique's home and office for about one to two months before the shooting. The police stated that the accused were waiting at the crime scene for Baba before they opened fire. Authorities are still searching for a third suspect, and multiple teams from the Mumbai Crime Branch are actively investigating the case. This incident has raised serious concerns about safety and security in the region.
13 October,2024 01:22 PM IST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar expressed disbelief over Baba Siddique's death. Siddique, a three-time MLA and former minister, had dedicated years to public service in the city and previously belonged to Congress. Pawar confirmed that the police swiftly initiated an investigation, leading to the arrest of two suspects. He noted that five investigative teams have been dispatched to various states to uncover the details surrounding the case. The Deputy CM, along with the Chief Minister and Home Minister, is actively monitoring the situation. He anticipates that the identities of those behind the contract killing will be revealed within two to three days. A funeral with full state honors is scheduled for 8:30 PM at Bada Qabrastan in Mumbai. While acknowledging potential political blame from the opposition, Pawar emphasized the government's commitment to maintaining law and order.
13 October,2024 01:11 PM IST
In a shocking incident, Former Bandra MLA and NCP leader Baba Siddque was shot dead in Kherwadi area of Bandra East by 3 unidentified men on 12th October night. He was admitted to the nearby Lilavati Hospital but succumbed to injuries. There was heavy police deployment at the hospital. The firing incident happened at 9:30 pm. Further investigation will be conducted by the crime branch. Baba Siddiqui was one of the most known politicians from Mumbai. Huge crowd was seen outside the hospital while he was admitted in the critical state. Deputy CM of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis was seen rushing inside the hospital.
13 October,2024 10:40 AM IST
In a significant operation along the Narayanpur-Dantewada border, police reported the recovery of 31 bodies of Naxalites during a joint effort by the District Reserve Guard (DRG) from Dantewada and the Special Task Force (STF) from Narayanpur. The operation took place in the Maad area, with reinforcements from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) dispatched to support the existing security personnel. Officials confirmed that one DRG personnel sustained injuries but is currently out of danger. Alongside the recoveries, a substantial cache of automatic weapons was found at the encounter site, underscoring the operation's impact on disrupting Naxalite activities in the region. This operation marks a notable step in ongoing efforts to combat Naxalism in the area, reflecting the commitment of security forces to enhance safety and stability.
05 October,2024 03:39 PM IST
The Badlapur sexual assault case has drawn significant attention and sparked widespread outrage. Akshay Shinde, the accused, was reportedly shot dead by the Maharashtra police. Alka Shinde raised serious concerns on the encounter. She expressed disbelief about her son's death and suggested a possible conspiracy behind it, calling for justice. The incident has led to multiple protests across the state and beyond, reflecting public anger over the case and issues related to police conduct. The situation continues to develop as calls for accountability and a thorough investigation persist. Shiv Sena leaders were seen celebrating and distriuting sweets to people. Watch the video for more information.
24 September,2024 01:14 PM IST
The man accused in sexual assault case of two minor girls in Badlapur died on Monday evening in retaliatory firing. The incident occurred after Akshay Shinde snatched a gun from a police officer and opened fire at him. The accused was soon rushed to the hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The alleged sexual assault of two fourth-grade girls at a school in Maharashtra’s Badlapur had sparked outrage. Following this, angry protesters took to the streets, leading to train halts and internet ban in the city. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde informed that the Police shot the accused in self-defence. Meanwhile, Congress’ Prithviraj Chavan questioned Mumbai Police’s investigation alleging them of frequent changes in narratives. Shiv Sena workers celebrated the death of Badlapur sexual assault accused at Thane’s Railway station on September 24.
24 September,2024 11:13 AM IST![Caught on cam: BJP leader Munna Sharma shot dead in Patna - [WATCH]](https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2024/sep/bjphuhdued_d.jpg "Caught on cam: BJP leader Munna Sharma shot dead in Patna - [WATCH]")
On September 9th, a BJP leader identified as Munna Sharma was tragically shot dead in Patna's Chowk area around 6:15 am. Sharma, a long-time BJP member and former Mandal president, was severely injured in the shooting and was rushed to the hospital, where he unfortunately died during treatment. The incident was caught on cam and has sparked widespread outrage. In response, BJP workers held protests in Patna, demanding justice for Sharma. The political atmosphere has intensified, with Tejaswi Yadav criticizing Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, accusing him of failing to curb the rising crime rate in the state. The murder of Sharma has brought renewed attention to issues of law and order in Bihar and has led to heated political reactions. Watch video for more.
09 September,2024 04:48 PM IST
Think twice before swiping right! Mid-day's dating app scam expose has brought to the forefront one of the murkiest nexus between some young girls and a few Mumbai nightclubs who are implicating men to shell out hefty bills. Following the complaints by Mid-day readers, a sting operation conducted by Mid-day reporters Samiullah Khan and Shirish Vaktania has exposed manipulative techniques being used by nightclubs to bring business through a well-curated plan by their PR. In this episode of Mid-day explains, we bring to you what this expose is all about and went behind the scenes of this Mid-day sting operation.
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