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Mint
2 hours ago
- Business
- Mint
Maharashtra IPS officer Rashmi Karandikar's husband arrested by Mumbai Police's EOW. Here's why
Mumbai Police's Economic Offences Wing (EOW) has arrested Purushottam Chavan, husband of an IPS officer, on Wednesday for allegedly duping a Surat-based businessman and others of ₹ 7.42 crore, reported PTI. According to the report, Purushottam Chavan, is married to IPS officer Rashmi Karandikar, was taken into EOW custody in the evening. He is already in judicial custody after being arrested in a previous case involving similar allegations. EOW stated that Chavan allegedly duped a Surat-based businessman and others by promising them land parcels at discounted rates under a purported 'government quota' scheme. He also allegedly offered to secure government contracts for supplying T-shirts to the Maharashtra Police Academy, further enticing his targets with the prospect of official connections. Earlier in May, Chavan was arrested by the EOW in another high-value fraud case where he was accused of cheating multiple people to the tune of ₹ 24.78 crore. He had purportedly promised to sell government quota flats in Mumbai, Thane and Pune at concessional prices, added PTI.
India.com
6 hours ago
- General
- India.com
12th Fail Boy Who Used To Sell Milk To Support Family Became IPS Officer: Meet Umesh Khandbahale Who Cracked UPSC In...Secured AIR....
photoDetails english 2918748 The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts India's most prestigious exams, including Civil Services, NDA, CDS, and more. These exams select candidates for top government positions like IAS, IPS, and IFS. Known for their rigorous process, UPSC exams test a candidate's knowledge, analytical ability, and personality, shaping future leaders and administrators of the country. Updated:Jun 20, 2025, 10:28 AM IST Inspiring story of IPS officer Umesh Ganpat Khandbahale 1 / 7 Many UPSC aspirants achieve success through sheer determination, dedication, and consistent hard work—often while juggling household duties. Their stories are powerful reminders that perseverance can lead to remarkable accomplishments. One such inspiring journey is that of IPS officer Umesh Ganpat Khandbahale, who failed Class 12 in 2003 and later sold milk to support his father. Failed in Class 12 2 / 7 Umesh, a native of a small village in Maharashtra, failed his Class 12 English exam, scoring just 21 marks. Despite the setback, he didn't lose hope. Determined to move forward, he chose not to dwell on the past and instead focused on building a better future. Started selling milk 3 / 7 He started selling milk and took on several other jobs to support his father and stay committed to his dreams. Though he failed in English, he was also unable to clear his Class 12 exams overall. Re-enrolled in Class 12 4 / 7 Umesh Ganpat Khandbahale re-enrolled in Class 12 through open schooling, determined to complete his education. Balancing his studies with the demanding responsibilities of working as a milkman, he remained focused and motivated. His strong will and confidence played a crucial role in helping him pass Class 12 with impressive results. Two year break 5 / 7 As per media reports, Umesh resumed his studies after a two-year break and successfully passed his Class 12 exams in 2005. He went on to complete a BA, BEd, and MA. Determined to shed the label of a Class 12 failure, he aimed for the UPSC exam. Unexpected decision 6 / 7 After completing school, Umesh made a bold and unexpected decision—he chose to study English Literature, the very subject he had once failed. Determined to face his weakness head-on, he turned it into a strength, proving his commitment to personal growth and resilience. Umesh's qualification 7 / 7 Umesh went on to master English and earned multiple degrees, including a BEd, a BSc in Horticulture, and a Master's in English. He later moved to Delhi to prepare for the UPSC exam. On his third attempt in 2015, he successfully cleared the exam, securing an All India Rank (AIR) of 704. Today, Umesh Ganpat Khandbahale proudly serves as an IPS officer and Superintendent of Police in a West Bengal district. (All images: @JpgPolice/Twitter)
India.com
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress, known as ‘Sridevi of TV', who became a household name with Diya Aur Baati Hum; This is how she looks after 14 years
Diya Aur Baati Hum fame Deepika Singh is a well-known TV actress who became a household name through the show. The series was a massive hit, with Deepika playing the lead role of Sandhya Rathi, an IPS officer, a character that inspired many young girls. The show remained popular on television for five years. Deepika Singh resembled Sridevi During her television debut, Deepika shared that people often said she resembled Sridevi, which helped her get roles. These days, she appears less on TV and is more active on social media, where she regularly posts new photos and videos for her followers. Deepika Singh's look has changed significantly since her first TV serial. The actress has often described herself as resembling veteran actress Sridevi. In 2014, she married director Rohit Raj Goyal, and after a few years, they welcomed a son. She appeared in several TV shows, including Kitchen Champion 5, Box Cricket League, Kavach… Mahashivratri , and is currently seen in the show Mangal Lakshmi . Deepika is also trained in classical Odissi dance, which is why she frequently shares her dance videos on social media. Deepika Singh is followed by 5 million fans on Instagram. Her profile features pictures from her old TV shows as well as her latest, stunning looks. Her Instagram feed is also filled with dance and travel videos. In addition, the actress regularly shares funny reels, which receive lots of love from her fans. Deepika Singh looks like this now
Hindustan Times
9 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Former constable ‘extorts' govt officials of ₹4.15-crore; charges rock Lokayukta
Karnataka's anti-corruption watchdog, the Lokayukta, has come under the spotlight after a dismissed constable allegedly impersonated senior officers to extort crores from government officials, including a tehsildar and BBMP engineer, and a serving IPS officer is now under scrutiny for his purported role in the racket, officers aware of the matter said on Thursday. The investigation, which began after a Tumakuru RTO received a suspicious call in May demanding a bribe to avoid a raid, has led to the arrest of 45-year-old Ningappa Savant, a former constable, they added. The authorities alleged that he operated a network of fake identities, siphoning off over ₹4.15 crore from officials across departments, including transport, excise, and the BBMP, they said. Savant, dismissed from service years ago for unauthorised absence, is said to have masqueraded as part of the Lokayukta police force, using photographs and names of real officials saved on WhatsApp to deceive his targets. According to the FIR, he contacted officials saying raids were imminent — unless they paid up, they added. One such call to Tumakuru RTO AV Prasad reportedly said that the call was from Vamsi Krishna, Lokayukta SP. The caller allegedly followed up with another message threatening a raid unless ₹1 lakh was transferred online, they said. Investigators later found that Savant had regular access to the Lokayukta's Bengaluru office and maintained ties with serving officers. His proximity to Joshi Srinath Mahadev, a 2012-batch promotee IPS officer and former SP of the Bengaluru City-1 division of Lokayukta police, has brought the latter under the scanner, police said. Savant allegedly told police that part of the cryptocurrency seized during his arrest from him belonged to Mahadev. 'He has admitted that he has invested the money he extorted in cryptocurrency in his own name and that of his relatives. His mobile was checked, and it was found that he had invested the money in about 13 crypto wallets. To trace the source of the money, the said wallets have been frozen and the investigation is continuing,' the Karnataka Lokayukta said in a statement. 'Mahadev was summoned, but has sought a later date for appearance by citing a function at his residence,' a police officer said on condition of anonymity. Mahadev, relieved of his duties on June 12, approached the sessions court for anticipatory bail, claiming apprehension of arrest. His petition came shortly after police searched his home and issued a notice under Section 35(a) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), asking him to appear for questioning on June 16, investigators said. In his filing, Mahadev argued he had no role in the crime and that Savant had served under him years ago in Chitradurga, but their association ended long before the extortion case. He said the allegations were a 'false implication' intended to harm his career. Mahadev also questioned the process, saying, 'Strangely, the reason was not disclosed.' He added that police 'did not affix a copy of the complaint or FIR, except insisting that he appear before them.' The Karnataka high court has temporarily stayed further proceedings against Mahadev, including the police notice. However, it clarified that the investigation against 35 other officials named by Savant would go on. 'The investigation is continuing into how much money was paid to the accused Savant and by which officials,' the Lokayukta said, adding that they were examining WhatsApp chats and call logs, and call records. Meanwhile, Savant's wife, Chandrakala GK, has filed a petition claiming her husband was detained illegally on May 31, two days before the FIR was registered. Her lawyer argued that 'grounds of arrest were not served' and noted CCTV footage from the Lokayukta office could support their case. However, Lokayukta's counsel K Prasanna Shetty countered that 'Ningappa's arrest had been intimated to Chandrakala, who was present at the time of arrest.' The case has also revealed that Savant used sophisticated methods to extract money, including creating WhatsApp groups with excise officials and sending them internal Lokayukta updates to suggest he had privileged access. A report by the Lokayukta noted, 'It is learnt that a person named Ningappa made calls and sent messages to senior officials of the excise department's Bangalore city divisions and some BBMP officials through WhatsApp, saying that there are complaints against them in the Lokayukta office. It is learnt that he is illegally collecting money by threatening.' 'The investigations into the case are in progress and the accused Ningappa @ Ningappa Savant has admitted that he has recovered money from various officials of the excise department for the last six months,' the Lokayukta's June 17 statement added. In December 2024, the Lokayukta's deputy registrar of inquiries filed a complaint after a tehsildar was threatened using the name of the Upalokayukta. Just this month, a BBMP engineer in Bengaluru reported being asked for a bribe over a call made using the name and photo of the Lokayukta himself. In several of these cases, the callers demanded money to suppress corruption allegations, and officials, fearing raids, paid up. The Lokayukta complaint noted, 'Fearing such calls, several government officials have delivered thousands and lakhs of rupees in cash/Phone Pay to callers posing as fake Lokayukta officials.' It added: 'After some officials inquired about this on their own or through their acquaintances at the Lokayukta office, information was obtained that the real officials were not the ones who threatened them, and some officials have filed complaints with the relevant police stations about the loss of money.' The Lokayukta had been reinstated in 2022 as Karnataka's primary anti-corruption body following a high court order disbanding the state-run anti-corruption bureau (ACB), which was seen as ineffective. Ironically, ACB was created in 2016 after the Lokayukta itself was embroiled in a similar scandal involving the then chief justice and his son.
Time of India
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Day after rapping Tamil Nadu, Supreme Court says ADGP's suspension is in order
Representative Image NEW DELHI: A day after intensely questioning Tamil Nadu's decision to suspend additional DGP H M Jayaram being probed for his role in an alleged kidnapping of a youth, Supreme Court Thursday found M K Stalin govt's administrative step well couched in All-India Service Rules that governs IPS officers. On behalf of TN, senior advocate Siddharth Dave told a bench of Justices Ujjal Bhuyan & Manmohan that Jayaram's suspension was not influenced by Madras HC's order to arrest him in the alleged kidnapping case, in which it was alleged that his vehicle was used to whisk away the teen from his home after his brother married a woman of another caste and her parents lodged a complaint. Dave said AIS empowers a state govt to place an IAS or IPS officer under suspension if he is being investigated or facing trial in a criminal case. "We did not want to give the impression that the law will be applied differently to high-ranked officers. Once the probe is complete, and depending on its outcome, a decision will be taken on whether to continue the suspension or revoke it," he said. On nudging of the bench, Dave took instructions from state govt and told the court that TN would have no objection if the probe into the case is transferred from local police to CB-CID. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo The bench also ordered for transfer of investigation to CB-CID. While staying the HC order for action against Jayaram, the bench said though it would not interfere with the suspension order, it was open to the IPS officer to challenge its legality in an appropriate forum. It also requested the Madras HC chief justice to assign hearing of the cases related to the kidnapping incident to a judge other than the one who had passed orders for action against Jayaram. On Monday, HC's Justice P Velmurugan directed police to arrest Jayaram saying "a strong message should go to public that no one is above law". This order was passed during the hearing of an anticipatory bail plea of MLA K V Kuppam, who is also an accused in the case. HC had refused relief to the MLA and ordered him to cooperate with the investigation into the kidnapping case.
