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Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Custody dispute led to ex-MP PA's murder? Kin Inderpal Singh surrenders in Ludhiana after conspiring and arranging contract killing of Kuldeep Singh over custody dispute.
Ludhiana: A bitter custody dispute has ended in bloodshed, with a man surrendering to police for orchestrating the murder of Kuldeep Singh , 65, the personal assistant to a former member of parliament. Police say the accused, Inderpal Singh — a relative of the victim — paid hired killers to carry out the attack after a long-running feud over who would care for the victim's son. Kuldeep was brutally bludgeoned to death by four assailants on June 27 near Missing Link-2, Dhandra Road. The attackers reportedly rammed his vehicle to force him to stop, then dragged him out and assaulted him with sharp-edged weapons. A local resident filmed the fatal attack, which helped investigators identify the killers. Inderpal Singh, a resident of Doraha, surrendered in court on Friday and has been remanded to five days' police custody, according to Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP-II) Karanveer Singh. Custody feud turned conspiracy Police say the motive for the killing stemmed from a family disagreement dating back three years. Kuldeep and his wife, Canadian residents, had sent their drug-addicted son to India for rehabilitation. The son lived with Inderpal Singh during his recovery. After he recovered, Kuldeep wanted to bring him back to Canada—but both Inderpal and the young man reportedly resisted the move. "This led to heated arguments," said ADCP Karanveer Singh. "Inderpal felt humiliated. He began plotting the murder months ago." Investigators say Inderpal offered between ₹1 lakh and ₹2 lakh to each of the assailants. On the day of the crime, he was allegedly present at the scene in a separate vehicle, witnessing the killing. After the murder, he is said to have arranged for the attackers to hide in Jammu, where one of the accused, Gurcharan Singh, was later arrested with the help of local police. No clear sign of property motive—yet Police are also investigating whether inheritance or property disputes were involved. Kuldeep's only son stood to inherit the family's assets, but no formal record of such a conflict has yet emerged, according to ADCP Singh. The police revealed that Inderpal had already been named in the FIR based on evidence, including testimony from a taxi owner. The owner said Inderpal had arranged for the car used by the killers. Investigators noted that Inderpal surrendered citing health issues, including diabetes. He remains in police custody as efforts continue to track down the remaining suspects. MSID:: 122784462 413 |
Time Out
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
There's a satay buffet with unobstructed views of NDP fireworks every Saturday until August 9
With National Day around the corner, many of us are clamouring to catch a free glimpse of the NDP rehearsal and preview fireworks – which means that the usual fireworks-gazing spots in town are now extra packed over these few weekends. Cue camping an hour in advance just to snag a good spot, as you try to fight off boredom and hunger by munching on convenience store snacks as you wait. But we'll let you in on a little secret: skip all that fuss and discomfort while still enjoying a good eyeful of the spectacle with a sumptuous satay buffet at Meh'r by Inderpal, helmed by MasterChef Singapore Season 4 winner Inderpal Singh. Named after his daughter, the restaurant doles out modern dishes inspired by Chef Inderpal's favourite Southeast Asian flavours, from local to Indian and Thai, among others. Don't expect the standard satay that you'd find at your neighbourhood hawker centre. This $58 all-you-can-eat feast at Meh'r by Inderpal will have you devouring skewers in the following reinvented flavours, served with ketupat: Dunk these in the cashew sauce, an addictive spicy blend that is Chef Inderpal's elevated rendition of the traditional peanut sauce. Pair these with beer and G&Ts at just $8 per glass for a winning combination. When we visited on June 28, Chef Inderpal himself was stationed at the satay grill, so this is a rare chance to watch the MasterChef in action. We especially love the pork and beef versions for how flavour-packed and tender they are, and while some might typically veer away from lamb for its gaminess, Meh'r's tandoori lamb satay is a must-try. TIME OUT TIP Refer to our NDP fireworks schedule guide so you can time your toilet breaks accordingly, with buffer time to spare. While the main fireworks display usually starts at around 8.15pm, there will also be smaller bursts of pyrotechnics before that throughout the evening. TIME OUT TIP #2 Although the main restaurant is within an enclosed air-conditioned area, those having the satay buffet will be seated at the casual open-air rooftop deck. Wear light and loose fabrics for better comfort while dining, and stay away from anything long-sleeved. Meh'r by Inderpal is located at 42 South Bridge Road, #05-01. The satay buffet runs every Saturday evening until August 9 (inclusive), with each seating lasting 90 minutes. Find out more and make your booking here. The restaurant is a five-minute walk from Clarke Quay MRT station, and you can refer to this video if you need help on locating the entrance. Hint: look out for the yellow door in the back alley.
AsiaOne
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
From Chin Mee Chin to Keng Eng Kee Seafood: Popular F&B brands serving SG60-special dishes in collab with cafe, Lifestyle News
With Singapore celebrating its 60th birthday, Cafe Quenino has a special dining experience planned just for the occasion. The restaurant, which is located in Artyzen hotel in Orchard, has a six-month-long culinary campaign featuring several big names in our local food and beverage scene like Chin Mee Chin Confectionery, Keng Eng Kee Seafood and Abundance. Each month, one local chef or restaurant will have their locally inspired dishes, which were jointly developed with Cafe Quenino's culinary team, featured in the menu. The brands will be on rotation over the campaign period. August is the only month that has a menu showcasing dishes from all the restaurants and chefs. AsiaOne had a preview of the August menu on July 2. Here's what you can expect: Hainanese beef brisket, seafood pao fan and more Chef Inderpal Singh of Meh'r, winner of MasterChef Singapore Season 4, already kicked things off earlier in May with his creation — Seafood Black Pepper Masak Kicap. This featured prawns and squid cooked in Inderpal's signature sauce. It was served atop an omelette and a bed of coconut basmati rice. I loved the sweet and slightly spicy black pepper kicap manis sauce, which paired well with the fresh, crunchy seafood. For dessert, there was creme brulee infused with Inderpal's house-made bru coffee caramel. Chin Mee Chin, one of Singapore's oldest confectioneries, was the restaurant in the spotlight in June. The brand happens to be celebrating their 100th anniversary this year, too. One can't dine at Chin Mee Chin without indulging in their kaya so for the campaign, they've created a unique Kaya Mille-feuille filled with kaya, mango and lychee. It also comes complete with a side of coconut ice cream. The Kaya Mille-feuille is among a few items on the menu that will be available throughout the six-month campaign. I was surprised by how light the pastry was and I loved how the kaya added a subtle sweetness to each bite. While Chin Mee Chin is mostly known for its nostalgic bakes and sweet treats, there are savoury options too. Just for the collaboration with Cafe Quenino, the confectionary has created its own rendition of the Hainanese Beef Brisket, paired with creamy mashed potatoes. I'm pretty fussy when it comes to beef and this gets a stamp of approval from me. Apart from being marinated well, the beef was extremely tender and juicy. The eatery for this month is Keng Eng Kee Seafood, which is known for its zi char dishes. On the menu are starters like the 'Hei Zho' Prawn Toast, which features fried bread stuffed with prawn mousse and topped with tomato jam. These were very addictive, and I was tempted to have more than one. Another dish to try is the eatery's Salted Egg Prawn. Yes, salted egg dishes are a little overdone in Singapore but this one left quite an impression on me. The crisp prawns were coated in the creamy, savoury and sweet salted egg sauce and came with a side of fried kombu rice and grilled baby corn. A very interesting pairing that surprisingly worked. For Singapore's birthday month, Goobybakes, which is known for its cheese baos, will have three unique local flavours to choose from — ginger chicken, house-made sambal and bakkwa. On top of that, there will be a special one-off lunch and dinner collaborative menu co-created by all participating guest chefs. Diners will also get to meet the chefs in person on Aug 1 and 2. The collaborative menu features dishes like Chin Mee Chin's Hainanese Beef Brisket, Abundance's 'Beef Bak Kut Teh' Ravioli and Keng Eng Kee Seafood's Salted Egg Prawns. In September, Abundance, which is known for its local and Taiwanese fusion flavours, will serve items like its Taro Pork Belly Bun, a fusion of Taiwanese gua bao and Hakka-style braised pork. As a bak kut teh lover, I thoroughly enjoyed their Beef Bak Kut Teh Ravioli, which featured beef short rib filling encased in ravioli skin and doused in a rich, herbal beef broth. This was finished off with a generous scattering of fried mee sua. I loved this dish so much that I wish it could have been a staple item on the menu rather than for limited time only. The overall campaign ends in October with Red House Seafood, which will have hearty bowls of Seafood 'Paofan' on the menu. The pao fan , which is a Teochew dish where rice is submerged in soup, comes accompanied with a piece of pan-seared Milkfish. This isn't your usual bowl of pao fan either — each serving comes with generous chunks of baby scallop and prawns. Very luxurious indeed. Diners can enjoy these dishes a la carte or opt for the lunch and dinner sets. A weekday lunch set costs $38 for a two-course meal and $48 for a three-course meal. Dinner features a communal set menu which costs $65 per person and requires a minimum of two diners. Apart from that, homegrown patisserie Cake Inspiration has three locally inspired desserts on Cafe Quenino's high tea menu. These are available throughout the entire six-month series. The bespoke cocktail series, which is inspired by Singapore's neighbourhoods and food habits, can also be ordered throughout the duration of the entire campaign. A must-try — especially if you love local coffee — is the Kaya Toastini, which is crafted with Roberto Cavalli Vodka and coffee liquor. It even comes with a side of Chin Mee Chin's kaya butter toast. For something more fruity, get the Swing Singapore Sling, made from No.3 Gin, Pink Guava Juice, lemongrass, saline and tonic. Address: 9 Cuscaden Rs, Level 1, Singapore 249719 Opening hours: Daily, 11am to midnight [[nid:719635]] melissateo@
Time of India
29-06-2025
- Time of India
Murder victim's kin arrange car, witnessed crime: Police
Ludhiana: Sadar police have nominated a relative of Kuldeep Singh, who was personal assistant to a former MP of Shiromani Akali Dal, in the case of his murder. According to the police, his relative arranged the car used in the crime and was present when Kuldeep was hacked to death with swords at the Missing Link-2 area near Dhandra Road on Friday night. The assailants first hit Kuldeep Singh's car, forcing him to stop. When he alighted from the car, they attacked him brutally with swords. A woman who lives nearby recorded a video of the gruesome murder. Police managed to obtain the registration number plate of the car, a Maruti Swift, used by the assailants and found that its owner runs a taxi service. Assistant commissioner of police (ACP-South), Harjinder Singh said, "When police reached the taxi driver whose car was used by the murderers, the name of Doraha resident Inderpal Singh came to fore. Inderpal Singh is a relative of the victim, Kuldeep Singh. The taxi owner said that Inderpal called him and asked for the car. Thereafter, police nominated Inderpal Singh in the FIR." Another police official said that Inderpal was also present at the crime scene. Investigation so far revealed that Inderpal and Kuldeep had a property dispute, he said, adding that this could have been the murder motive. Inderpal and his aides are on the run and raids are on for their arrest. Right at the outset of the investigation, police suspected the involvement of someone who knew that the victim would have access to his licenced pistol in the car. To disarm the victim, the accused forced him out of the car by ramming into it from behind. Police said that the elderly man had been living abroad with his wife and children. He came to India some time back for work related to a property case. On Friday night, Kuldeep left his farmhouse near Gill Bypass and was heading towards his residence on Pakhowal Road, when he was intercepted and fatally assaulted. MSID:: 122143147 413 |
Indian Express
21-06-2025
- Indian Express
After Delhi man flags use of his PAN, Aadhaar cards for fraud, two linked to GST racket arrested: Cops
When Sumit, a resident of Sagarpur in Southwest Delhi, recently applied for a Goods and Services Tax (GST) registration number using his PAN card, he was shocked to discover that two GST numbers had already been fraudulently issued in his name. These registrations, he later claimed in a police complaint, were done without his knowledge or consent, and the firms operating under the GST numbers were allegedly conducting large-scale business transactions. He also told police that a SIM card had also been issued using his Aadhaar card credentials. An investigation into the case on Friday led to the arrest of two men who were allegedly involved in a large-scale GST fraud. Identified as Inderpal (45), a lawyer, and Sandeep (27), the accused were allegedly found to be systematically generating fake GST numbers using forged documents and later utilising these firms to issue fraudulent GST bills and facilitating fraudulent tax settlements, said police. During the investigation into Sumit's complaint, the police obtained detailed information from the Goods and Services Tax Department, which confirmed that two firms were indeed registered using his PAN details. Physical verification at the registered addresses revealed that the firms were fake, prompting the officers to ramp up surveillance and technical tracking. Further probe into the case led to the identification of Sandeep, who was eventually apprehended from his hometown in Chulkana in Haryana's Panipat. Upon questioning, he allegedly revealed that he was employed by Inderpal, an advocate from Northeast Delhi's Burari, and that he had been working with him for the past seven years. According to his statement, the duo procured GST registrations using genuine identity documents, such as PAN cards, Aadhaar cards, SIM cards, and rent agreements, belonging to their unsuspecting victims. Once the firms were acquired, they would log into the GST portal, update the contact details, including mobile numbers and email addresses, and then use these accounts to issue counterfeit GST bills. 'Thereafter, based on the technical analysis, Inderpal was traced in Kairana in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh. He had absconded to Kairana after Sandeep's arrest. Inderpal was arrested in the case, and he was taken into police custody. During his sustained questioning, he disclosed that he used to procure GST firms from other associates located in Delhi for Rs 25,000-30,000 per firm. They also provided the login details and a SIM card. He also disclosed that the SIM cards were also provided by other members of the syndicate,' said DCP South West Amit Goel. The police recovered three smartphones, one laptop, and a pen drive from the possession of the accused, all of which were allegedly used in the execution of the fraud. These devices are now being forensically examined to trace the full extent of the operation and identify other members of the syndicate, said police. According to the police, Sandeep was allegedly responsible for operating the technical aspects of the fraudulent scheme, including the creation and uploading of fake bills. Inderpal, allegedly leveraging his professional status as a lawyer, handled procurement and coordination with outside associates. Their collaboration allegedly enabled them to run a seamless operation that posed a significant risk to the integrity of the GST system, said officers.
