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The Hindu
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- Politics
- The Hindu
Forum seeks court-monitored probe into Dharmasthala ‘mass burials'
A group of social activists has set up an organisation named 'Forum for Justice to Women in Kozhikode' against the backdrop of the alleged 'murders and mass burials' at Dharmasthala in Belthangady taluk of coastal Karnataka. They have sought an investigation into the allegations monitored either by the Supreme Court or the High Court of Karnataka. V.P. Zuhra and C.V. Kumaran, functionaries of the Forum, told the media on Wednesday that the Kerala government should take interest in the issue in view of the claims that even Malayali women were among those allegedly murdered there. The issue came to the limelight recently after a former sanitation worker, associated with the Manjunatha Swamy Temple in Dharmasthala between 1995 and 2014, claimed that he had buried a large number of bodies, including those of many women and minors who had been raped and murdered. The Karnataka government subsequently formed a special investigation team (SIT) to probe the allegations, and the inquiry is on. Ms. Zuhra and Mr. Kumaran, however, said that the investigation should be monitored by the court as there was a possibility of the political executive in Karnataka exerting its influence on the SIT. The crimes had reportedly been committed on the premises of a temple whose administration was closely linked with those in power at the Centre, they pointed out. Ms. Zuhra and Mr. Kumaran said that the authorities should ensure the safety of the whistle-blower, who raised the allegations. Statements of all the people associated with the temple should be recorded. The possibility of a joint probe involving the Kerala Police should be explored to see if women from Kerala too were among those reportedly buried. They also said that the Union and State governments should announce compensation for the relatives of the victims. A convention would be held in Kozhikode on August 15 to highlight the issue, where human rights activists from Karnataka would participate. The forum has sent memorandums raising their demands to the government, National Human Rights Commission, and the National Commission for Women.
India Gazette
09-07-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
President Lula welcomed Indian companies to manufacture drugs, pharmaceuticals in Brazil: MEA
Brasilia [Brazil], July 9 (ANI): President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva welcomed Indian companies to manufacture drugs and pharmaceuticals in Brazil, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday (local time). While addressing a special briefing on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Brazil, MEA Secretary (East) P Kumaran stated that President Lula said India and Brazil can find ways to work together and do research in the pharmaceutical sector. When asked whether discussions took place regarding contract manufacturing that Indian private companies would want to do in Brazil, Kumaran responded, 'President Lula actually welcomed Indian companies to manufacture drugs and pharmaceuticals in Brazil. He also said we can find ways to work together, do joint research in the area of pharmaceuticals. And he also said they will work on fast-track approvals for Indian drugs to enter easily, a point that I had made during my initial remarks, especially for drugs having US FDA approval or EDQM approval.' During the briefing, India's Ambassador to Brazil, Dinesh Bhatia, said that 15 large Indian laboratories and Indian pharmaceutical companies are already present in Brazil, many of whom he said do manufacturing in Brazil. Bhatia said, 'On drugs, as it is you might be aware that about 15 large Indian laboratories, the Indian pharmaceutical companies are already present in Brazil. Many of them are manufacturing also in Brazil. And both the leaders welcomed this concept of not only export from India, but also doing joint collaborations in Brazil to produce medicines.' 'President Lula was very enthusiastic to take advantage of economical medicines that India is producing for its public health distribution system, and they are willing to look at these possibilities. In that connection, let me also add that ANVISA, the drug regulatory agency of Brazil, has opened an office in New Delhi recently. So that also adds to the impetus that is required to push this sector,' he added. Kumaran stated that PM Modi and President Lula also discussed several areas of cooperation, including the health and pharmaceutical sectors. He said, 'Both leaders also acknowledged the importance of the agriculture sector and its significant contribution to the economies on both sides. The Prime Minister proposed enhanced collaboration in sharing knowledge, best practices and technology transfer in various areas. It was also noted that both sides signed an MoU on cooperation and agricultural research. He announced that collaboration between the two nations in the area of digitalisation and digital public infrastructure was discussed. 'There was also discussion on collaboration in the area of digitalisation and digital public infrastructure. There was also talk about enhancing people-to-people relations and connectivity, cooperation in the area of sports and sports management, capacity building, highlighting India's strengths in cricket and Brazil's strength in football,' he said. According to Kumaran, the two leaders reiterated their commitment to work together towards climate action and sustainability. He said PM Modi reaffirmed India's support and wished President Lula success towards holding the COP30 climate change conference in Brazil. PM Modi was on a State Visit to Brazil at the invitation of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. During his visit, PM Modi held a meeting with President Lula and attended the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro. PM Modi also held bilateral meetings with several world leaders on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit. After concluding his visit to Brazil, PM Modi departed for Namibia on Tuesday (local time). He is travelling to Namibia for a State visit at the invitation of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. It will be PM Modi's first visit to Namibia, and the third ever Prime Ministerial visit from India to Namibia. (ANI)
India Gazette
09-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
India, Brazil sign agreement on cooperation in combating terrorism and transnational organised crime
Brasilia [Brazil], July 9 (ANI): India and Brazil have signed several agreements, including on combating international terrorism and transnational organised crime, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's State Visit to the South American country, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday (local time). A Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in renewable energy and another MoU on cooperation for the sharing of successful large-scale digital solutions for digital transformation were also inked, said MEA Secretary (East) P Kumaran, addressing a special press briefing on PM Modi's State Visit to Brazil. 'After the delegation-level talks, there was a signing and exchange of MoUs and agreements. Three agreements were signed today and exchanged in front of the President and the Prime Minister. These were the agreements on cooperation in combating international terrorism and transnational organised crime, an MoU on cooperation for the sharing of successful large-scale digital solutions for digital transformation, MoU on cooperation in renewable energy.' When asked about detailed information regarding the agreement on combating international terrorism, Kumaran said, 'The agreement essentially deals with the exchange of information, for the transfer of persons and criminals, etc. We have other legal frameworks such as the Extradition Treaty, mutual legal assistance treaties, etc. This is for real-time or near-real-time intelligence cooperation so that one can try and deal with counter-terrorism and transnational organised crime more effectively.' MEA Secretary (East) Kumaran said that India and Brazil will sign three more agreements, which include an MoU on agricultural research between the concerned bodies of both nations, and an MoU for cooperation in the intellectual property sector. 'Three more agreements are ready to be signed and will be signed later today. These include an MoU on agricultural research between the concerned bodies on two sides, an agreement on the exchange and mutual protection of classified information, and an MoU for cooperation in the field of intellectual property,' he said. The agreements were signed after PM Modi held a restricted meeting followed by delegation-level talks with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva at the Alvorada Palace in Brasilia on Tuesday (local time). MEA Secretary said that PM Modi, during the meeting, thanked President Lula for condemning the April 22 Pahalgam attack, which claimed the lives of 26 people and injured several others, and extending solidarity with the people of India. Kumaran said, 'On security and terrorism, the Prime Minister thanked President Lula for expressing firm condemnation and extending support and solidarity to the people of India in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack on the 22nd of April that killed 26 innocent citizens. The Prime Minister also reaffirmed that India stands firm in its resolve to fight terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. President Lula expressed his full support in the fight against the menace of terrorism.' After the meeting with President Lula, PM Modi emphasised that the two nations shared a common approach to fighting terrorism - 'zero tolerance and zero double standards.' PM Modi stated that he and President Lula 'strongly oppose' terrorism and those who support it. 'Today, as the world goes through a period of tension and uncertainty, my friend has already elaborated on this in detail so I will not repeat it. India-Brazil partnership stands as an important pillar of stability and balance. We are in full agreement that all disputes must be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. We share a common approach in the fight against terrorism -- zero tolerance and zero double standards. We firmly believe that there is no place for double standards when it comes to terrorism. We strongly oppose both terrorism and those who support it,' PM Modi said, addressing a joint press statement with President Lula. PM Modi was on a State Visit to Brazil at the invitation of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. During his visit, PM Modi held a meeting with President Lula and attended the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro. PM Modi also held bilateral meetings with several world leaders on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit. (ANI)
The Sun
07-07-2025
- The Sun
Security guard faces murder charge over Sentul street fight
KUALA LUMPUR: A security guard was charged in the Magistrate's Court today over the alleged murder of a man during a street fight in Sentul two months ago. K. Nagentherah, 39, acknowledged the charge but did not enter a plea as the case falls under High Court jurisdiction. The accused is alleged to have killed 44-year-old K. Kumaran by the roadside at Taman Intan Baiduri, Sentul, at 9.23 pm on May 25. The charge, under Section 302 of the Penal Code, carries either the mandatory death penalty or imprisonment of 30 to 40 years, with a minimum of 12 cane strokes if the death sentence is not imposed. Magistrate M S Arunjothy scheduled the next mention for Sept 10 to allow time for the post-mortem report to be obtained.
Free Malaysia Today
07-07-2025
- Free Malaysia Today
Security guard charged with murder of man during fight
Security guard K Nagentheran is accused of murdering K Kumaran by the roadside at Taman Intan Baiduri, Sentul, on the night of May 25. (Pexels pic) PETALING JAYA : A security guard was charged in the Kuala Lumpur magistrates' court today with murdering a man during a fight in Sentul two months ago. K Nagentheran, 39, nodded after the charge was read to him before magistrate MS Arunjothy. No plea was taken as the case falls under the High Court's jurisdiction. Nagentheran was accused of murdering K Kumaran, 44, by the roadside at Taman Intan Baiduri, Sentul, at 9.23pm on May 25, Utusan Malaysia reported. He was charged under Section 302 of the Penal Code, which carries the death penalty or no less than 30 years' imprisonment and a minimum of 12 strokes of the rotan, if convicted. The prosecution was led by prosecuting officer Yunus Daud, while the accused was unrepresented. The court fixed Sept 10 for remention of the case pending the post-mortem report. It was reported that a group of men were drinking outside a temple when a fight broke out.
