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Video: Pilibhit Man Gets ‘Taliban-Style' Punishment By In-Laws: Throat Stomped, Beaten With...
The victim, Mohammad Yameen, is said to be addicted to drugs which left his wife upset. A disturbing case of violence has come to light from Uttar Pradesh's Pilibhit district where a man was brutally assaulted by members of his in-laws' family. The incident was captured on video which is now being widely circulated on social media. The footage shows the man lying on the ground and being beaten in an extremely violent manner with a belt. The act is being described as a 'Taliban-style" punishment due to the intensity and manner of the assault. According to a report in Amar Ujala, the incident took place in Bara Mazlia village which falls under the jurisdiction of the Amaria police station. The victim has been identified as Mohammad Yameen. In the video, a man dressed in clothing resembling that of a Maulana is seen repeatedly whipping Yameen with a belt as he lies on the ground. At one point, the same man is also seen pressing his foot forcefully on Yameen's throat which shows the brutality of the assault. Throughout the video, Yameen can be heard pleading with them to stop but no one steps in to help. The man continues to beat him mercilessly with the belt. As the video continues, two more individuals appear at the scene. One of them approaches the main attacker and tries to ask for the belt. But the attacker refuses to hand it over and continues beating Yameen. At the same time, another man starts slapping Yameen multiple times. #Pilibhit #Up Video of bullying goes viral…. in Pilibhit. top videos View all On this issue, the in-laws called him to their house under some pretext. Once he arrived, he was beaten mercilessly. During the assault, they also allegedly tied him to a tree and continued to thrash him. After the video gained attention online, the local police took cognisance of the matter. So far, three individuals have been detained in connection with the case. But reportedly, no formal complaint has been lodged by the victim yet. The police have stated that the inquiry is ongoing. About the Author Buzz Staff A team of writers at bring you stories on what's creating the buzz on the Internet while exploring science, cricket, tech, gender, Bollywood, and culture. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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3 days ago
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Chhangur Baba Case New Details: ‘Pastors Involved Too'. They ‘Eyed' Dalits & Poor, Then Gave Money
Last Updated: To influence underprivileged families, Chhangur Baba would allegedly first offer small amounts of cash (Rs 100 to Rs 200 per day) along with basic jobs. Jamaluddin, also known as Chhangur Baba, was arrested in Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh, over allegations of illegal religious conversions. As the investigation progresses, new details continue to emerge which shed light on how wide the network allegedly was and the methods used to target people from underprivileged backgrounds. According to a report in Amar Ujala, the network allegedly focused on poor families. Authorities claim that people were influenced through money, land benefits and promises of a better life. Conversion Tactics As per Amar Ujala, to influence people, Chhangur Baba would first offer small amounts of cash (Rs 100 to Rs 200 per day) along with basic jobs like cleaning or caring for animals at his residence. He then gradually pressured them to convert. Two accused, Mehboob and Naveen Rohra, were said to be in charge of this part of the operation, which generated income while expanding the reach of the network. The report mentioned that a man named Sanchit, who worked as a cleaner for Chhangur, claimed that he was offered Rs 5 lakh to convert. When he refused, he was falsely implicated in a rape case, according to Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) statement as cited in the report. Chhangur had also purchased land in at least six locations within Utraula, as per the report. He developed two complexes and was involved in land plotting. The profits from these ventures were used to fund conversion activities. Collaboration With Christian Missionaries One of the more serious claims highlighted in the report involves links between Chhangur and Christian missionaries operating in seven districts near the Nepal border. The pastors were allegedly paid to provide details of Dalits, underprivileged, seriously ill and economically weak people of the selected areas. These individuals were then approached with help offers, financial support and the promise of improved living standards. The report mentions that missionaries in Devipatan Mandal had assigned preachers based on caste and community. It made it easier to gain trust and push for conversions. The Strategy Investigators claim that Chhangur often used accused Neetu (alias Nasreen) and her husband Naveen (alias Jalaluddin) as examples to persuade others. He would reportedly tell Hindu families how the couple, originally Sindhi, became wealthy and successful after accepting Islam, owning a house, car and enjoying a better lifestyle. Nasreen allegedly managed the records of expenses incurred for conversions. Naveen, on the other hand, handled local administration and police coordination. 'Mission Abaad' Former Intelligence Bureau officer Santosh Singh, quoted in the report, described Chhangur Baba as a 'link" in the larger 'Mission Abaad" network. He said that this mission aimed to increase the population of certain groups in Terai and Madhesh regions between India and Nepal. Singh mentioned that some efforts were being made to bring in people from Assam and West Bengal under the pretext of education. ED Tightens Financial Probe The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is expanding its financial investigation in the case. As per the sources, ED is examining the last 10 years of Income Tax returns for 40 entities reportedly created by the group. These are suspected to be shell companies used for routing illegal funds. Over 100 bank accounts have been identified and bank statements are being collected. The agency has reportedly traced six overseas accounts with significant funds transferred from Arab nations. Sources said that all properties, assets and linked entities are under review. The ED is preparing to seek custody of Chhangur and may initiate action under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). view comments First Published: July 13, 2025, 07:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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5 days ago
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For Religious Conversion, Changur Baba Got ‘Rs 300 Cr From Islamic Nations In 100 Bank Accounts In Nepal'
Jalaluddin, also known as Changur Baba, is accused of running a cross-border racket that involved large-scale conversion of Hindu girls. Jamaluddin, also known as Changur Baba, was arrested in Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh, for his alleged involvement in illegal religious conversions. He is accused of operating a cross-border network that targeted large-scale conversions of Hindu girls. Investigating agencies have now uncovered a funding trail linked to Nepal, involving crores of rupees reportedly sourced from Islamic countries. According to a report by Amar Ujala, Changur Baba allegedly received approximately ₹500 crore in foreign funding over the past three years. Security agencies have so far traced ₹200 crore, while the remaining ₹300 crore is believed to have been funnelled through Nepal via a complex network of bank accounts spread across multiple border districts. As per the report, over 100 bank accounts were opened in Nepal's Nawalparasi, Rupandehi, Banke and Kathmandu districts to receive funds from countries such as Pakistan, Dubai, Saudi Arabia and Turkey. These accounts were used to send money from abroad to India. Agents withdrew the cash in Nepal and handed it over to Changur's network in India. Through this, they earned commissions of around 4-5 per cent. Cash Deposit Machines (CDMs) were also used in the process. Agents in Bihar districts like Madhubani, Sitamarhi, Purnia, Kishanganj and Champaran reportedly also helped move the funds from Nepal into India. Cybercriminals recently arrested in Rae Bareli have also been found to be linked to the same illegal conversion network. According to the report, their operations, suspected to have ties to Pakistan and Dubai, were involved in transactions worth nearly ₹700 crore. Crores of rupees were funnelled through this network to several cities, including Lucknow, Balrampur, Gonda, and Ayodhya. Amar Ujala, citing security agencies, reported that funds deposited in Nepal were withdrawn in Nepali currency and converted to Indian rupees by exchangers in border towns like Bahraich, Shravasti, Siddharthnagar, Lakhimpur Kheri, Maharajganj and Balrampur. A significant portion of the money was also transferred using the hawala method, for which detailed records are unavailable. The report states that the highest amount of money was spent in Ayodhya to support conversion activities and related operations. In 2023, an agent arrested in Bihar had shared similar information but it was not taken seriously at that time. Bank Accounts Of Key Accused One of the accused, Naveen Rohra, operated six bank accounts with total deposits of Rs 34.22 crore, according to Amar Ujala. Another accused Neetu alias Nasreen, who became a close aide of Changur Baba, is said to have played a key role in the conversion racket. The report mentioned that she maintained eight bank accounts into which Rs 13.90 crore was deposited between February and June 2021. Investigators have also found six additional local accounts linked to Chhangur, including an SBI account that received Rs 6 lakh from foreign sources. Authorities are still trying to trace more of his accounts that may have been opened in Dubai, Sharjah and Mashreq City in UAE. Years Of Alleged Conversions Changur, who has reportedly been involved in illegal religious conversions for the past 15 years, is now under intensive questioning by the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) following his arrest. The role of Mohammad Ahmed, a resident of Pune, is also being investigated in this case, according to the report. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has also joined the investigation. As per the report, after collecting information on 40 bank accounts linked to Chhangur and his close associates, the ED has asked the Income Tax Department for details of the individuals operating these accounts for the past 10 years. Balrampur Bungalow Demolished A bungalow worth Rs 5 crore, constructed by Chhangur in Balrampur under Nasreen's name, was recently demolished by the administration. The 40-room property, built in 2022 on government barren land, had become a hub for the alleged activities. view comments First Published: July 11, 2025, 10:12 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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5 days ago
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For Religious Conversion, Changur Baba Got 'Rs 300 Cr From Islamic Nations In 100 Bank Accounts In Nepal'
Jalaluddin, also known as Changur Baba, is accused of running a cross-border racket that involved large-scale conversion of Hindu girls. Jamaluddin, also known as Changur Baba, was arrested in Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh, for his alleged involvement in illegal religious conversions. He is accused of operating a cross-border network that targeted large-scale conversions of Hindu girls. Investigating agencies have now uncovered a funding trail linked to Nepal, involving crores of rupees reportedly sourced from Islamic countries. According to a report by Amar Ujala, Changur Baba allegedly received approximately ₹500 crore in foreign funding over the past three years. Security agencies have so far traced ₹200 crore, while the remaining ₹300 crore is believed to have been funnelled through Nepal via a complex network of bank accounts spread across multiple border districts. Money Routed Through Nepal Accounts As per the report, over 100 bank accounts were opened in Nepal's Nawalparasi, Rupandehi, Banke and Kathmandu districts to receive funds from countries such as Pakistan, Dubai, Saudi Arabia and Turkey. These accounts were used to send money from abroad to India. Agents withdrew the cash in Nepal and handed it over to Changur's network in India. Through this, they earned commissions of around 4-5 per cent. Cash Deposit Machines (CDMs) were also used in the process. Agents in Bihar districts like Madhubani, Sitamarhi, Purnia, Kishanganj and Champaran reportedly also helped move the funds from Nepal into India. Cybercriminals recently arrested in Rae Bareli have also been found to be linked to the same illegal conversion network. According to the report, their operations, suspected to have ties to Pakistan and Dubai, were involved in transactions worth nearly ₹700 crore. Crores of rupees were funnelled through this network to several cities, including Lucknow, Balrampur, Gonda, and Ayodhya. Amar Ujala, citing security agencies, reported that funds deposited in Nepal were withdrawn in Nepali currency and converted to Indian rupees by exchangers in border towns like Bahraich, Shravasti, Siddharthnagar, Lakhimpur Kheri, Maharajganj and Balrampur. A significant portion of the money was also transferred using the hawala method, for which detailed records are unavailable. The report states that the highest amount of money was spent in Ayodhya to support conversion activities and related operations. In 2023, an agent arrested in Bihar had shared similar information but it was not taken seriously at that time. Bank Accounts Of Key Accused One of the accused, Naveen Rohra, operated six bank accounts with total deposits of Rs 34.22 crore, according to Amar Ujala. Another accused Neetu alias Nasreen, who became a close aide of Changur Baba, is said to have played a key role in the conversion racket. The report mentioned that she maintained eight bank accounts into which Rs 13.90 crore was deposited between February and June 2021. Investigators have also found six additional local accounts linked to Chhangur, including an SBI account that received Rs 6 lakh from foreign sources. Authorities are still trying to trace more of his accounts that may have been opened in Dubai, Sharjah and Mashreq City in UAE. Changur, who has reportedly been involved in illegal religious conversions for the past 15 years, is now under intensive questioning by the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) following his arrest. The role of Mohammad Ahmed, a resident of Pune, is also being investigated in this case, according to the report. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has also joined the investigation. As per the report, after collecting information on 40 bank accounts linked to Chhangur and his close associates, the ED has asked the Income Tax Department for details of the individuals operating these accounts for the past 10 years. Balrampur Bungalow Demolished A bungalow worth Rs 5 crore, constructed by Chhangur in Balrampur under Nasreen's name, was recently demolished by the administration. The 40-room property, built in 2022 on government barren land, had become a hub for the alleged activities. view comments First Published: July 11, 2025, 10:12 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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03-07-2025
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This Lucknow Bridge Goes Straight Into A Building. Internet Calls It ‘8th Wonder Of The World'
Last Updated: The 2-lane, nearly 1-kilometre-long railway overbridge (ROB), was expected to connect Indralok Colony near Krishnanagar's Traffic Park to Kesarikheda. It was meant to ease travel for many but in Para, Lucknow, the Krishnanagar-Kesari Khera overbridge ended up going nowhere quite literally. A video of the under-construction flyover recently gained widespread attention on social media. What caught everyone's eye was that the flyover appeared to run straight into a building. Iron bars from the structure seemed to connect directly to the building's wall almost as if the bridge had been built into it. The bizarre visual spread online with many people jokingly calling it the 'eighth wonder of the world." Stand-up comic Tarun Lucknowi shared the video of the flyover which has received more than two million views. But behind the viral moment was a serious issue that had stalled the project for months. It was a land dispute that left part of the bridge hanging mid-air. Why Was The Flyover Needed For years, people living in areas like Maharajapuram, Pandit Khera, Gangakheda, Kesarikheda and Bhawanipuram faced daily traffic jams. According to a report in The Times of India, the railway crossing between Krishnanagar and Kesarikheda shuts over 60 times a day to let trains pass. With every closure, commuters have to wait for 15–20 minutes which causes major delays during peak hours. Residents had been demanding an overbridge to ease this regular trouble. Defence Minister and Lucknow MP Rajnath Singh helped get the project approved by the state government and the railways. The 2-lane, nearly 1-kilometre-long railway overbridge (ROB), estimated to cost Rs 74 crore was expected to connect Indralok Colony near Krishnanagar's Traffic Park to Kesarikheda. The foundation stone was laid on July 17, 2023, and work began in February 2024. The report mentioned that 75 per cent of the work has already been completed. Unexpected Roadblock As per the report, the main issue arose when construction reached the Krishnanagar-Kesari Khera crossing in Para. Houses and shops stood directly in the flyover's path and their owners had not yet received compensation. As construction continued in areas that were not affected, this bottleneck remained untouched for nearly three months. That is why videos and images of the flyover meeting a residential building surfaced online. Dispute Resolved According to a report in Amar Ujala, the Public Works Department (PWD) stepped in to resolve the matter. On Saturday, June 28, a six-member team measured land belonging to 31 different people. The compensation was calculated at twice the circle rate for agricultural land which is Rs 7,240 per square metre. The original rate was Rs 3, 620 per square metre. The report mentioned that among the owners were farmers and others who had purchased plots over the years. The largest portion (about 320 square metres) belongs to the families of Pankaj Yadav, Sumit Yadav and Ramkishore. Deepu, one of the plot owners who also ran a building materials shop, said he will receive Rs 1.36 lakh for 24.385 sq m of land that will be used for the flyover. As per the report, he had originally bought 1300 sq ft of land at Rs 400 per sq ft years ago. Demolition Underway, Work To Resume Soon top videos View all Uttar Pradesh Rajya Setu Nigam officials said that demolition of the building complex is already underway. As of Saturday, more than half of the third floor had been demolished. It will take about seven to eight days to fully bring down the structure and clear the debris, Amar Ujala reported. Once the structure is fully removed, the remaining construction work on the overbridge will continue. News18's viral page features trending stories, videos, and memes, covering quirky incidents, social media buzz from india and around the world, Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : flyover Lucknow viral news Location : Delhi, India, India First Published: July 03, 2025, 09:23 IST News viral This Lucknow Bridge Goes Straight Into A Building. Internet Calls It '8th Wonder Of The World' | Video
