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Time of India
09-07-2025
- Time of India
Saudi court rejects prosecution's appeal to enhance Rahim's sentence
Kozhikode: Upholding the 20-year prison sentence awarded by a lower court in May, a Saudi appellate court on Wednesday rejected the public prosecution's plea to enhance the sentence of Feroke native Abdul Rahim. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The decision is expected to pave the way for the release of Rahim, who has been imprisoned in Saudi Arabia for the past 19 years in connection with the death of his sponsor's son, within a year. Rahim was arrested and sentenced to death after the Saudi national died when Rahim's hand accidentally dislodged his life support device. In July 2024, the death sentence was revoked after the victim's family granted a pardon upon receiving blood money of Rs 34 crore, raised through crowdfunding. The appellate court denied the defence lawyer's request for Rahim's release on the grounds that he has already served 19 years. However, it stated that the defence may approach a higher court if necessary. Rahim's brother Nazeer said the verdict was a relief for the family. "Now we can look forward to his release. As per the Islamic calendar, the 20-year prison term will be completed in May 2026. Whether to move the higher court seeking an earlier release will be decided by the Rahim Legal Support Committee," he said. Rahim's lawyer, Indian embassy representative Savad Yousuf and family representative Siddique Thuvvur were present during the online court proceedings.
India Gazette
09-07-2025
- India Gazette
Seven Bangladeshi nationals, including five posing as transgenders, held in Delhi for illegal stay
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Delhi Police have apprehended seven Bangladeshi nationals, including five who were posing as transgender people and begging under the Mukandpur Flyover in North West Delhi, for illegally residing in the country without valid documents, officials said on Wednesday. During the operation, police teams conducted checks on main roads, inner lanes, and red-light areas based on intelligence inputs. Five people dressed as transgenders were found begging under Mukandpur Flyover in Jahangirpuri area. Their identity was also found to be suspicious, and they were apprehended following detailed interrogation. They were found to be Bangladeshi nationals residing in the area without valid travel documents, visas, or permits, thereby violating the provisions of the Foreigners Act, 1946 and other relevant immigration laws, the police said. Later, based on their information, two adult males were also apprehended. Police said that these individuals had transformed their appearance to resemble women, using heavy makeup, sarees or salwar suits, artificial hair (wigs), bangles, bindis, breast puffing and other feminine accessories. Some even went to the extent of modifying their voice and body language to mimic female mannerisms. Legal proceedings for their deportation are being initiated in coordination with the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO), officials said. Earlier in the day, the Operations Cell of the South West District police had also apprehended five Bangladeshi nationals, including a woman and a 40-day-old infant, for illegally residing in the national capital. According to officials, the group was traced to different locations, and fresh deportation proceedings have been initiated in coordination with the FRRO, Delhi, after all necessary legal formalities have been completed. The apprehended individuals have been identified as Ukil Amin (45), Abdul Rahim (27), and Mohd Zakir (40 days), all are residents of Shekhadi Donia, Jatrabari, Dhaka; Mohd Zahidul Islam (25) from Mechani Par, Nageshwari, District Kurigram; and Jimmu Khatoon (20) from Anantpur, Upazila Phulbari, District Kurigram, Bangladesh. (ANI)
India Gazette
09-07-2025
- India Gazette
Five Bangladeshi nationals held for illegal stay in South-West Delhi
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): The Operations Cell of South West District police has apprehended five Bangladeshi nationals, including a woman and a 40-day-old infant, for illegally residing in Delhi, police said on Wednesday. According to officials, the group was traced to different locations, and fresh deportation proceedings have been initiated in coordination with the FRRO, Delhi, after all necessary legal formalities have been completed. The apprehended individuals have been identified as Ukil Amin (45), Abdul Rahim (27), and Mohd Zakir (40 days) -- all are residents of Shekhadi Donia, Jatrabari, Dhaka; Mohd Zahidul Islam (25) from Mechani Par, Nageshwari, District Kurigram; and Jimmu Khatoon (20) from Anantpur, Upazila Phulbari, District Kurigram, Bangladesh. To curb illegal migration and monitor foreign nationals residing unlawfully in the jurisdiction of the South West District, a dedicated team was assigned to gather intelligence and take strict action against illegal migrants. Accordingly, a dedicated team comprising SI Ved Prakash, ASI Vinod Kumar, ASI Dharmender, ASI Jaipal, W/ASI Sandhya, HC Mohit, HC Narender, HC Manoj Moral, HC Kishan, HC Prashant and HC Devender was constituted under the leadership of Inspector Ram Kumar and the supervision of Vijay Kumar, ACP/Operations, South West District. The team was briefed on vigil patrols, ensuring effective vigilance and proactive measures against illegal activities. The team on Tuesday received secret information that some illegal Bangladeshi migrants are roaming in the Delhi Cantt area. The individuals were pointed out by the informer, police said. Acting swiftly on the secret information, the staff approached the suspected persons, asked for their identification documents, and conducted an enquiry. The individuals failed to produce valid documents and admitted to being illegal Bangladeshi migrants who had entered India in the year 2023 by illegal means. They were working at brick kilns in Gaya, Bihar, they said. Recently, they were removed from the work by the owner of the brick kilns. Due to this, they came to Delhi by train to search for labour work. They only had photocopies of Bangladeshi documents, like the national ID card of Bangladesh, the police added. (ANI)
Daily Express
17-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
PGRS Pantai Manis backs solo GRS run
Published on: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jun 17, 2025 By: Hayati Dzulkifli Text Size: Abdul Rahim (9th right, front row) posing with the division's main committee and some 1,000 delegates during the division's AGM on Sunday. PAPAR: Almost 1,000 delegates of Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (Gagasan Rakyat) Pantai Manis division fully support a bold motion that called on Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) to contest solo in the imminent 17th State Election (PRN17). Its divisional head Datuk Seri Abdul Rahim Ismail said the division tabled the first motion which derived from aspiration of the grassroots in Pantai Manis constituency. Advertisement He said many wants GRS to fight and contest solo without any collaboration with other parties. 'This strong motion which shows the voice of the grassroots is reflecting growing sentiment for greater autonomy and self-determination in Sabah. 'PGRS Pantai Manis wholeheartedly and proudly supports the motion of our grassroots that Sabah to move forward and contest independently (in the upcoming PRN17). There will be no compromise. We will not back down. Subscribe or LOG IN to access this article. Support Independant Journalism Subscribe to Daily Express Malaysia Access to DE E-Paper Access to DE E-Paper Exclusive News Exclusive News Invites to special events Invites to special events Giveaways & Rewards 1-Year Most Popular (Income Tax Deductible) Explore Plans Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
15-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
Pantai Manis Gagasan Rakyat backs solo run for GRS in state polls
Published on: Sunday, June 15, 2025 Published on: Sun, Jun 15, 2025 By: Hayati Dzulkifli Text Size: Abdul Rahim and other leaders at the party's divisional meeting. PAPAR: Nearly 1,000 delegates of Pantai Manis Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (Gagasan Rakyat) unanimously backed a motion urging Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) to contest solo in the upcoming 17th State Election. Divisional chief Datuk Seri Abdul Rahim Ismail said the motion came from grassroots sentiment demanding full political autonomy and an end to collaborations with other parties, especially Barisan Nasional (BN) and Umno. Advertisement He added that the division also approved a second motion endorsing the long-standing 'Sabah for Sabahans' agenda, citing decades of federal marginalisation and exploitation of state resources. While acknowledging GRS Chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor's continued cooperation with Pakatan Harapan (PH), Abdul Rahim said the grassroots remained firm in wanting GRS to go it alone in the next state polls. He also stressed the importance of youth development within the party, calling young members the 'reserve team' and urging all divisions to prepare for the election, which could be called at any time. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
