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Time of India
19 minutes ago
- Time of India
Shooting at Mohali disco: Club owner used illegal pistol, say cops
1 2 Mohali: The disco owner who shot a man during a late-night altercation at Skull Club in Bestech Mall, Phase 11, used an illegally procured pistol stored in his desk drawer, police said on Friday. The incident, which occurred around 1 am on Thursday, left the victim, Sidharth Delu of Ganganagar, Rajasthan, critically injured. According to police, the root of the confrontation was an accidental brush between Delu's female companion and the accused, club owner Aditya Vij, on the dance floor. "The victim was dancing with his female friends when Aditya's shoulder accidentally hit one of them. This minor incident triggered a heated argument between Delu and Vij," said DSP Harsimran Singh Bal. The verbal spat escalated and spilled outside the disco, where, in a fit of rage, Vij allegedly retrieved a .32 bore pistol from his office drawer and shot Delu in the stomach. The police confirmed that the weapon used was illegal and added that they will recommend cancellation of the club's bar licence. "It is purely his mistake. He should have de-escalated the situation as the club's owner, but chose to act violently instead. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Brass Krishna Idols For Prosperity & Protection In Life Luxeartisanship Shop Now Undo We will recommend cancellation of his operational licence," DSP Bal said. Both Vij and his accomplice were presented before the duty magistrate and have been sent to police remand for further questioning. Police also clarified that Skull Club was operating under a special provision with an extended licence obtained by paying an additional fee to the administration. An FIR has been registered at the Phase 11 police station under Sections 115, 109, 351(3), 126(2), 190, and 191 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with relevant sections of the Arms Act. Further investigation is ongoing.
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Time of India
Police intensify search ops ahead of rath yatra, seize 15 firearms
Ahmedabad: Ahead of rath yatra on June 27, police and security agencies intensified search operations across the city to prevent untoward incidents. In the past month, police teams have seized more than 15 firearms and live cartridges from various locations. Multiple units, including the crime branch and city police, were involved in the operation. A campaign was launched to track down those moving around with weapons. The crime branch and SOG alone seized 10 firearms in the last month. In the past three days, the crime branch recovered three firearms. Separate cases related to illegal liquor and prohibited have also been registered. In Danilimda, a man was found with a country-made pistol. Based on a tip-off, police intercepted the suspect near Shastrinagar bridge. A search led to the recovery of a pistol marked "Made in Japan". The man confessed to purchasing the weapon for Rs 25,000 from an acquaintance in Uttar Pradesh two months ago. In Vatva, a man was caught with one pistol and four live cartridges. He was detained based on a specific lead. In a separate case, another individual was held near the riverfront with one pistol and one live cartridge. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Speel gratis in je browser – Geen download of installatie nodig! Taonga Farm Nu afspelen Undo In Dariyapur, during vehicle checking, police stopped a woman and three men carrying bags and suitcases. A search led to recovery of a country-made pistol and mobile phones. All four were taken into custody. Past records showed that some of them had criminal history, including cases under prohibition law and robbery. Police have registered cases under Arms Act and continue to investigate possible links and sources of the weapons.
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Time of India
Hawker gets 7-yr RI for chopping off civic official's fingers during drive
Thane: A sessions court on Friday convicted a hawker for the attempted murder of a former assistant commissioner of Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) in 2021, sentencing him to seven years of rigorous imprisonment. The court imposed additional sentences on the hawker, Amarjit Yadav, to be served concurrently, besides slapping a fine on him. According to special public prosecutor Shishir Hirey, Yadav attacked then assistant TMC commissioner Kalpita Pimple from behind with a sharp knife during an anti-encroachment drive at the weekly market in Thane's Kasarvadavali village on Aug 30, 2021. Three of Pimple's fingers were severed and she suffered injuries to other body parts too. Two of the severed fingers were later recovered and partially restored through reconstructive surgery. Pimple's bodyguard, who tried to shield her, was also assaulted. During the trial, the court found Yadav guilty under multiple charges. Besides the conviction for murder attempt, the hawker was sentenced to two years under Section 353 of IPC for obstructing a public servant in the discharge of duty, two years under Maharashtra Police Act, and one year under Arms Act. All sentences are to run concurrently and involve rigorous imprisonment. Hirey said 21 witnesses were examined during the trial. He said the prosecution presented conclusive evidence that established Yadav's intent and actions beyond reasonable doubt.
Hindustan Times
6 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Woman, cousin arrested for husband's murder in Aligarh
A woman, along with her cousin brother, was arrested for the alleged murder of her husband in a village under the jurisdiction of Gangiri police station in Aligarh on Friday. The accused woman was reportedly involved in an illicit relationship with the co-accused, who shot dead the husband. The woman did not inform the police about her husband's murder. The woman did not inform the police about her husband's murder. (For representation only) Superintendent of Police (Rural), Aligarh, Amrit Jain, stated that information was received on June 18 regarding the discovery of the body of 30-year-old Rishi Singh, a resident of Nagla Himachal village, within the limits of Gangiri police station. A case was registered based on a complaint by Rahul Kumar, the deceased's brother, under Section 302 (murder) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) against the wife, Lalita Yadav, and her cousin Neeresh at Gangiri police station. 'Both accused were arrested on Friday near Naugawan crossing in Aligarh. Based on clues provided by Neeresh, a country-made pistol was recovered. Sections 120B (criminal conspiracy) and 3/25/27 of the Arms Act were added to the case,' informed SP Rural, Aligarh. During interrogation, Lalita confessed that she had been married to Rishi for four years. Rishi, who was a driver, often stayed away from home. Lalita frequently visited her aunt's house, where she met her unmarried cousin Neeresh. She admitted to having an illicit relationship with Neeresh, and they planned to eliminate Rishi, who stood in their way. 'Rishi discovered Lalita's affair and asked her not to allow Neeresh into their house. However, she refused to follow these instructions. On the night of June 17-18, Neeresh came to Rishi's house and had drinks while Lalita was away. After midnight, Neeresh shot Rishi and informed Lalita, who did not report the murder to the police or relatives,' said SP Amrit Jain. Both accused were sent to judicial custody following court orders after their presentation in Aligarh.
Free Malaysia Today
13 hours ago
- Free Malaysia Today
Driver nabbed after waving ‘gun' out of car window
A viral video showed the driver waving what looked like a handgun while at an intersection. PETALING JAYA : Police have arrested a driver in Kuching, Sarawak, on suspicion of waving an airsoft gun out of the window of his car while driving the vehicle. Sarawak police chief Mancha Ata confirmed that the suspect had been arrested while an airsoft gun had also been confiscated, The Borneo Post reported. 'The case is under investigation,' he added. Airsoft guns are replica toy guns used for Airsoft sports. A viral video showed the driver waving what looked like a handgun while at an intersection. Section 36 of the Arms Act outlaws the possession of imitation arms, which is punishable by up to a year in jail, a maximum RM5,000 fine, or both, upon conviction.
