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RG Kar case: Trinamool MLA urges party colleagues not to attack victim’s parents

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Kolkata, Jan 29: At a time when the Trinamool Congress leaders are attacking the parents of the victim in the R.G. Kar rape and murder case for opposing the death sentence to the sole convict Sanjay Roy, party MLA has urged them not to make such comments.

In a significant post on social media platform on Wednesday morning, the Trinamool Congress legislator from Debra constituency in the West Midnapore district, West Bengal and a retired IPS officer Humayun Kabir indirectly issued an appeal to his party leaders to refrain from launching such attacks against the victim’s parents.

“Not all can realize the pain of the parents who have lost their only established daughter. If you cannot stand by them at least refrain from criticizing them,” Kabir said in his social media post.

Kabir’s observation on this count is being viewed as immensely significant since senior Trinamool Congress leaders have been launching scathing attacks against the victim’s parents since they made it clear on January 27 why they were against the death penalty for Roy now.

The most objectionable remark on this count was made by controversial and maverick Trinamool Congress legislator Madan Mitra on Tuesday where he hinted the observations of the parents against the death penalty for Roy were probably prompted by their real desire for hefty compensation for the tragedy.

Within hours, the victim’s father gave a strong counter-reaction claiming that he was ready to pay money to Mitra provided the latter could bring back their daughter.

Now, Kabir’s appeal to refrain from criticising the victim’s parents has evoked murmurs in the corridors of power in the state.

However, in the same social media post, Kabir also requested the victim’s parents to refrain from making any political comment on the matter.

The retired IPS officer had also made it clear that since the beginning he was of the opinion that Roy was the only offender in the crime of rape and murder.

This is not the first time that Kabir has raised his voice against a section of his party leadership on sensitive issues.

In December last year, after the West Bengal municipal affairs & urban development Minister and the Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim claimed at a public programme that the current “religious minorities” will soon become “majorities” in the state as well as the country, Kabir opposed those comments through a social media post.

Then, Kabir started his post by referring to a line by iconic Indian actor Late Rajesh Khanna in the legendary movie ‘Anand’ — “Jindagi lambi nahi badi honi chahiye Hujur Hakimji. We want quality not quantity. It is better to have just two kids who will either become teachers or doctors or even cops like me, rather than having five kids who will become hawkers or migrant labourers or rickshaw pullers or vegetable vendors,” read his post then.

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Major Twist In Baba Siddique Murder Case: Zeeshan Akhtar Was Recruited & Brainwashed By Bishnoi Gang Operative Akash Chauhan, Say Sources

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Mumbai: In a major revelation in the high-profile murder case of NCP (Ajit Pawar faction) leader Baba Siddique, Mumbai Crime Branch sources have confirmed that Zeeshan Akhtar — currently detained in Canada — was not initially associated with the Bishnoi gang. He was allegedly recruited and brainwashed by Akash Chauhan, a key operative of the Bishnoi syndicate, at the behest of Anmol Bishnoi.

According to investigators, Zeeshan was previously affiliated with the rival Bambiha gang in Punjab and was considered a trusted hitman. Sources claim Akash Chauhan — currently lodged in Faridkot jail — played a crucial role in securing Zeeshan’s release from Jalandhar jail and persuaded him to join the Bishnoi gang with promises of lakhs in payment.

The turning point came after the Bishnoi syndicate decided to eliminate Baba Siddique. Acting on Anmol Bishnoi’s instructions from Patiala Jail, Akash Chauhan identified Zeeshan as a potential recruit. Chauhan then arranged for Zeeshan’s bail and, upon his release on June 7, Zeeshan met Chauhan directly.

It was during this meeting, sources said, that Zeeshan was convinced to take part in the murder plot. Under Chauhan’s instructions, Zeeshan recruited shooter Gurmel Singh and dispatched him to Mumbai. Zeeshan then contacted another wanted accused, Shubham Lonkar, to help orchestrate the plan.

Crime Branch officers are now preparing to designate Akash Chauhan as an accused in the case and initiate his transfer from Punjab to Mumbai for questioning. Officials confirmed that Chauhan has long-standing links with the Bishnoi syndicate and has played a role in several past contract killings.

Meanwhile, efforts to bring Zeeshan Akhtar back to India from Canada are actively underway, with Mumbai Crime Branch working closely with the CBI and international agencies. Investigators believe that Zeeshan’s interrogation could lead to more major revelations in the days to come.

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Pahalgam terror attack: NIA arrests two men for harbouring terrorists

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New Delhi: In a major breakthrough in the Pahalgam terror attack case, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested two men for allegedly harbouring the terrorists who carried out the heinous attack.

The accused have been identified as Parvaiz Ahmad Jothar from Batkote, and Bashir Ahmad Jothar of Hill Park. Both Batkote and Hill Park are in Pahalgam.

They purportedly disclosed the identities of the three armed terrorists involved in the attack, and also confirmed that they were from Pakistan and affiliated to the proscribed terrorist outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).

“Parvaiz and Bashir had knowingly harboured the three armed terrorists at a seasonal dhok [hut] at Hill Park before the attack, as per NIA investigations. The two men had provided food, shelter and logistical support to the terrorists, who had, on the fateful afternoon, selectively killed the tourists on the basis of their religious identity, making it one of the most gruesome terrorist attacks ever,” the agency said.

The NIA has arrested the two accused under Section 19 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

Twenty-six people were killed and 16 were grievously injured in the terror attack in Pahalgam. The incident brought India and Pakistan close to war. At least 10 houses of suspects were also dismantled in the Kashmir Valley.

The Jammu & Kashmir Police had also released the sketches of three suspects. The police announced a reward of ₹20 lakh for those who provide information about their whereabouts.

According to the police, Adil Hussain Thoker, a resident of Anantnag, and Ali Bhai alias Talha Bhai and Hasim Musa alias Suleiman of Pakista were involved in the terrorist attack on civilians in Pahalgam’s Baisaran meadow.

Thoker, according to the police records, exfiltrated into Pakistan or Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in 2018. The Thoker-led group was believed to active for the past one year in the region. Further investigations are going on.

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Mahim Police Arrest 37-Year-Old Man For Sexually Abusing Two Minor Boys Under Pretext Of Video Games; Case Registered Under POCSO Act

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Mumbai: The Mahim police have arrested a 37-year-old man on Thursday, for allegedly sexually abusing two minor boys, aged seven and eight, after luring them to his home under the pretext of letting them play video games.

The accused has been booked under the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Police are investigating if the accused has a history of similar offenses.

The incident came to light on Wednesday evening when one of the victims informed his mother about the ordeal. The mother promptly filed a complaint with the police, leading to the swift apprehension of the accused.

According to police, the accused reportedly offered the boys money before the alleged abuse. One of the victims was admitted to Bhabha Hospital for treatment after complaining of pain to his mother. Both children are friends.

The Mahim police have registered a case under Section 64(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Sections 4, 6, 8, and 10 of the POCSO Act. While initial checks have not revealed any prior criminal history for the accused, police are investigating if he has a history of similar offenses.

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