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India Today
17-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Chhangur Baba's former aide alleges threats after testimony in conversion case
Harjeet Singh, a former aide of self-styled Godman Chhangur Baba, has released a video revealing serious allegations against his former associate. In the video, Harjeet claimed he has gone into hiding after receiving death threats following his testimony against Chhangur Baba in a religious conversion had been closely associated with Chhangur for a long time and gave a statement to the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on July 3 in Lucknow. He alleged that people warned him he would not survive long. advertisement'Ever since I gave my statement, I have been receiving constant threats,' Harjeet said in the video. "They tell me, 'You live in Pakistan, among Muslims. You won't survive for long under this government. Once Baba's people return to power, you are finished.'' According to a report by news agency PTI, Harjeet was allegedly attacked near Utraula crossing in Balrampur by three men, namely Riaz, Nawab and Kamaluddin, on July 7 while he was out buying medicines. In his complaint, Harjeet said the men assaulted him and tried to force him to withdraw his statement. Police have registered a case against the accused and launched an is alleged to have used fabricated legal cases as a tool to silence critics and suppress dissent. According to the latest findings, individuals who attempted to expose his activities were often targeted through orchestrated false rape allegations, filed via his close associates. Local law enforcement officers reportedly played a key role in facilitating these cases, with claims that several officials were bribed to remain silent. The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) is said to possess a list of complicit officers. In addition, Chhangur is accused of running a coordinated network involving young Muslim men who posed as Hindus on social media to befriend and lure Hindu girls, a tactic linked to so-called 'Love Jihad.' One individual identified as Badar Siddiqui, a resident of Meerut, has been named as a central figure in this operation, allegedly responsible for targeting multiple girls, some of whom are now missing. Several victims may have been trafficked to Dubai and other Middle Eastern countries.A survivor named Sonu, who managed to escape, has reportedly come forward with detailed testimony about the inner workings of the developments come weeks after Chhangur Baba and his associate Neetu alias Nasreen were arrested in Lucknow by the ATS on July 5. They are accused of running a religious conversion racket and have been remanded to ATS custody. So far, 10 people have been booked, including Chhangur's son Mehboob and another man named Naveen alias Jamaluddin.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Uttar Pradesh
India.com
30-06-2025
- Health
- India.com
SHOCKING! Punjab Cricketer Collapses And Dies After Hitting Six In Local Firozpur Match, Video Goes Viral
A local cricket match in Firozpur, Punjab turned into a heartbreaking tragedy when 34-year-old Harjeet Singh collapsed and died moments after hitting a six. The shocking incident, captured on video and now viral on social media, has left the local sports community and cricket fans in disbelief. Final Six Turns Fatal The incident occurred during a local match at the DAV School Ground in Firozpur. Harjeet Singh, who was on 49 runs, struck a powerful six and began walking toward the non-striker's end to celebrate with his batting partner. As seen in the viral video, he suddenly kneeled and then collapsed on the pitch without any prior signs of distress. According to teammate Rachit Sodhi, Harjeet was about to shake hands with the other batsman when he fell. "He went down on his knees and then collapsed face-first. It was shocking," Sodhi recounted. A local cricketer in Ferozepur hit a six off a delivery, but just moments later, he suffered a heart attack and tragically collapsed on the ground, losing his life. — Vipin Tiwari (@Vipintiwari952) June 29, 2025 CPR Attempts Fail, Declared Dead at Hospital Players immediately rushed to Singh's aid, performing CPR and trying to revive him. Despite their best efforts, he remained unresponsive. Harjeet was rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared him brought dead. The cause was identified as cardiac arrest. A Beloved Figure in the Local Community Harjeet Singh was a carpenter by profession and a passionate cricketer who played regularly for his local club. Known for his active lifestyle, he was married and leaves behind a young son. His sudden passing has left his teammates, friends, and family devastated. 'He loved cricket more than anything. He was fit, never complained of any health issues,' Sodhi added. Rising Cardiac Arrest Cases in Sports and Entertainment This incident has once again raised concerns about the growing number of sudden cardiac arrests among seemingly healthy individuals, especially in high-adrenaline environments like sports. In a related tragedy, Bollywood actress Shefali Jariwala, best known for her appearance in the 2002 hit music video Kaanta Laga and her stint in Bigg Boss 13, passed away recently in Mumbai at the age of 42 due to cardiac arrest. Her sudden death further highlights the alarming trend of early heart-related fatalities. Urgent Need for Medical Preparedness at Sporting Events Harjeet Singh's tragic demise has reignited discussions around the need for better medical preparedness during local and amateur sports events. Experts stress the importance of having trained first responders, automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and immediate access to emergency medical services to prevent such fatalities. As tributes pour in for Singh, many are calling on local sports authorities to ensure more stringent safety protocols at grassroots-level matches to protect players' lives.
Time of India
29-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Video: Tragedy on the field! Cricketer dies of heart attack moments after hitting a six
In a shocking and heartbreaking incident, a local cricketer collapsed and died on the field moments after hitting a six during a match in Firozpur. The batter, identified as Harjeet Singh, suffered a fatal heart attack and passed away despite immediate efforts to revive him. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A chilling video of the incident has surfaced online. It shows Harjeet striking the ball cleanly for a six and casually walking towards the middle of the pitch. Moments later, he suddenly goes down on his knees, visibly in pain. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. As he lost consciousness, teammates and players from both sides rushed to his aid. Several of them attempted CPR on the field, but it was too late. Harjeet was declared dead at the spot, reportedly due to cardiac arrest. VIDEO: The tragic visuals have left the cricketing community and social media in deep shock, raising concerns once again about the growing number of sudden cardiac incidents among seemingly healthy athletes. Poll Do you think more health checks should be mandated for athletes before matches? Yes, absolutely No, they are already healthy Only for high-risk sports Undecided This is not an isolated case. In 2024, a similar tragedy occurred at the Garware Stadium in Pune when 35-year-old Imran Patel collapsed after complaining of chest pain during a cricket match. Despite being in good physical shape and actively playing as an all-rounder, Patel suffered a fatal heart attack while returning to the pavilion after voluntarily retiring due to discomfort.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Time of India
8 caught gambling; cash, phones, vehicles seized
Nagpur: Acting on a tip-off, Imamwada police conducted a raid on a gambling den operating out of a private residence in Siraspeth, Mattipura, on Sunday. The operation, carried out between 5.55pm and 6.45pm, led to the arrest of eight individuals actively engaged in illegal gambling activities. The total value of seized items amounted to Rs 4.27 lakh. The raid was conducted at the home of Babbu Khan Pathan, where the accused were found playing 'Harjeet'— a form of card gambling — while placing bets with cash. The accused were identified as Arif Babbu Kha Pathan (30), Rahul Manohan Vaman (24), Shoaib Sheikh (23), Mohammad Abdal Syed Beg (20), Deshant Pandurangji Bawankule (19), Ritik Manoj Samudre (26), Abdul Arbaaz Abdul Salim (22) and Vaibhav Rajendra Bhillam (22). All are residents of different areas across Nagpur. During the operation, police seized Rs 8,600 in cash, six mobile phones, three two-wheelers, playing cards, and other gambling paraphernalia. A case was registered under Sections 4 and 5 of the Maharashtra Gambling Prevention Act. The operation was carried out under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner of Police Rashmita Rao and senior police inspector Narendra Hiware, with support from officers Rahul Shire, Ganesh Pawar, Dhanraj Kakade, Neha Kondekar, Bhagwati Kumar Thakur, Virendra Gulrandhe, Ganesh Ghugulkar, and Chandrashekhar Dekate. Further investigation is under way to determine the scale of the gambling network and whether the location served as a regular gambling hub. Police have assured strict action against those involved in such illegal activities.
The Print
08-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Poonch madrasa teacher died in Pakistan shelling. Now, anger over his misidentification as ‘terrorist'
At least 12 civilians have been killed and over 50 injured in the heavy shelling that began after India launched Operation Sindoor to take out terror launchpads in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The 56-year-old, a resident of Poonch town, was lucky. His brother Amrik Singh, 54, was killed in the Pakistani shelling on Wednesday morning. The Singhs are among the civilians who came under intense shelling in Poonch, which is located near the Line of Control (LoC). Poonch: 'A shrapnel hit my left hand, and I saw one of my fingers hanging with just skin keeping it attached to my hand. I zoned out while trying to hold my drooping finger and flesh with my right hand,' an injured Harjeet Singh recalled. The Pakistan forces have been using heavy artillery and mortars to target villages located along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian Army is responding to the shelling in equal measure. Poonch has previously borne the brunt of such attacks in the past as well, be it in the 1965 or 1971 India-Pakistan wars. 'We didn't sleep the whole night, as there was a lot of shelling going on the Line of Control. At 6 a.m., we went to the gurdwara, and we got home by 6:45 a.m. The moment we got home, we heard blasts in the bazaar,' Harjeet said. The artillery shell which killed Amrik and injured Harjeet, also claimed the life of 48-year-old Ranjit Singh, their neighbour. Ranjit died on the spot. The houses of the two families are separated by a narrow footwalk. The shell hit a corner of the top right of a hardware store and then exploded, tearing the cement slab of the shop. The shrapnels left holes in the shutters of nearby shops and even pierced the thick walls. 'I told all the family members to sit in a room on the first floor, but my brother Amrik– who used to live on the first floor of the building–decided to use the store room of our grocery shop,' the injured Harjeet told ThePrint. One of the shrapnels pierced through the shutter and hit Amrik's right chest, shoulder and abdomen. Harjeet, while scanning for safe shelter for his family, was hit on the left hand by another such shrapnel. 'Three-four shells fell in this periphery, but the one that hit here was the deadliest,' Amrik and Harjit's cousin, 60-year-old Manmohan Singh, said That enemy projectiles make no distinction between civilian and military areas was made amply clear when shells hit a local gurdwara, a madrasa and fell adjacent to a Christian school. Two children were killed when the shell landed near the school, local residents told ThePrint. One such shell hit the roof of a construction building and the splinters made their way to a room right opposite and killed 46-year-old teacher Qari Mohammad Iqbal at the Jamia Zia-ul-Uloom seminary. 'Due to the shelling, we had kept our students in the basement where we usually share the meals so that they are safe, but Iqbal was sitting in the class when the shell hit us,' said Abdul Majeed, who cooks in the seminary. The shrapnel hit Iqbal's chin and slit his throat. 'It hit his 'shah rag' (jugular vein),' said Syed Ahmed Habib, head of Zia Ul Uloom seminary. Soon after his death, some television news channels ran news stories of Iqbal being a 'terrorist', to which his family came out negating the charge and demanding action against the media houses 'This is a 'ghatiya harkat' (foul act) by these media houses. He was well-known in the local society for being kind; even the police knew him. There isn't a single FIR against him, and we are looking for ways to take legal action,' said Ahmed Habib, head of Zia Ul Uloom seminary. Most of the businesses in Poonch town remain shut as people have locked their properties and left for their safety. ThePrint came across several instances in which people were carrying their injured on tractors to the district hospital. Mohammad Hafeez, another local resident, vented his frustration as he showed the extensive damages to his house after a shell landed nearby and set ablaze expensive items. 'We suffered in '65, '71, and are facing it even now. The government should end it for once and all. How long are we supposed to face this?' the middle-aged man said. A similar sentiment was palpable when ex-servicemen Manohar Singh spoke about the situation at the ground. 'If there was a single warning given to us like they did during the 1965 and 1971 wars, many would have been alive today. But they (administration) choose the opposite,' the 60-year-old military veteran fumed. (Edited by Tony Rai) Also Read: Kashmiris defying fear to denounce Pahalgam attack. 'Terrorists can kill us, but won't stay quiet'
