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Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Bihar law and order in question: A lawyer shot in Patna; series of killings sparks outrage against Nitish govt
Representative Image NEW DELHI: A lawyer was fatally shot by unknown attackers in Patna's Sultanganj area on Sunday, in a distressing incident underscoring Bihar's declining security situation. The victim, Jitendra Mahato, approximately 58 years old, died while receiving treatment at Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH). The incident follows the recent killings of BJP leader Gopal Khemka, a prominent businessman, and another person in Patna's Ram Krishna Nagar area, fuelling opposition's criticism of the Nitish Kumar government regarding increasing criminal activities. Police officials are currently at the location conducting investigations. SP Patna East, Parichay Kumar, confirmed that Jitendra Mahato was fatally shot by unidentified criminals in Patna. Investigators have collected three bullet casings from the location and are examining possible motives and the attackers' identities. Forensic teams have been deployed, and surveillance footage is under review. "Criminals shot a person named Jitendra Mahato. He was taken to the PMCH hospital for treatment, where he died. The family said that he used to come here every day to drink tea. Today, he came here to drink tea and was shot while returning... by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cách giao dịch ETH/USD mà không cần nắm giữ Ether IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Three bullet shells have been recovered from the spot. The identities of the criminals and their motives behind this incident are being investigated. FSL teams, local police, and the SDO were called after I learned about the incident. All the CCTV cameras in the vicinity are being examined... The case is being investigated from every angle," he said. Multiple murders in Bihar in 24 hours The crimes in Bihar is rising. Earlier on Saturday, a 50-year-old farmer, Surendra Kumar from Shivpura village, was fatally wounded while working on his agricultural land. "On 12/7/25, Surendra Kumar, aged 50 years, resident of village Shivpura under PS Pipra, was shot at when he was working at his farm. When he was watering his crops, an unidentified person shot at him and fled the scene," said SDPO Kanhaiya Singh of Masaurhi (Patna) to ANI. "He was taken to AIIMS, where he died during treatment. Statements of relatives has been taken and an investigation has begun. FSL team has been informed," he further added. On July 11, Businessman Vikram Jha was shot by an unidentified person in the Ram Krishna Nagar area and died while being taken to the hospital, police said on Saturday. According to police, Jha was shot by a person who arrived on a motorcycle and opened fire. A murder case has been registered, and an investigation is underway. Meanwhile, in Vaishali district's Goraul police station area, authorities discovered a woman's body in Pirapur. Following initial enquiries, the Station House Officers of Bhagwanpur and Goraul Police Stations were suspended for refusing to register the missing person complaint filed by the deceased's mother. Police officials confirmed they have identified the suspects and arrests are imminent. In Bihar's Nalanda, a 60-year-old woman was shot dead on Saturday, the home district of CMNitish Kumar, an official said. The deceased was identified as Sushila Devi (60), who was working in a hospital in Patna. "The incident took place in Doiya village under the jurisdiction of Noorsarai police station around 10 am on Saturday when Sushila Devi was returning from her agricultural field. Deputy chief minister Samrat Choudhary maintained that Bihar has no organised crime, stating that preventing murders from personal disputes is challenging. "There is good governance in Bihar, there is no organised crime," Choudhary told ANI, adding, "If a murder is taking place due to some personal dispute, then it is a bit difficult for the government to stop it. But no organised crime will be allowed to take place in Bihar. This is clear." RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav criticised the NDA government, questioning: "And now, a BJP leader shot dead in Patna! What to say, and to whom? Is there anyone in the NDA government willing to listen to the truth or admit their mistakes?" He further remarked: "Everyone knows about the CM's health, but what are the two useless BJP deputy chief ministers doing? No statement from the corrupt Bhunja-DK party?"
Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Chittoor district has 15.71 lakh voters: Collector
Chittoor: Asof July 1, the total number of voters in Chittoor district stands at 15,71,402. District Collector Sumit Kumar said at a meeting with representatives of political parties on Friday that steps were being taken to ensure a transparent and accurate voter list. As part of this process, efforts have been made to remove the names of deceased individuals from the rolls. Election Cell officials have initiated a constituency-wise and secretariat-level verification to identify and eliminate such names. He further explained that voter rolls are revised every three months and shared with political parties, allowing them to provide feedback and suggestions. Under the Revision-3 process conducted from April to June 2025, officials identified and removed 874 deceased voters across the district's seven constituencies. Additionally, 833 shift voters and 542 duplicate voters were identified, totalling 2,249 corrections. Under Form-6 and Form-8 provisions, 3,049 new voters were given the opportunity to register or update their details. The district administration has also taken special steps to distribute EPIC (voter ID) cards via post to 10,615 voters. Proper training programmes have been conducted for Booth Level Officers (BLOs) to streamline the process. Collector Sumit Kumar reiterated that the voter list will continue to be updated every quarter to ensure its accuracy and integrity. During the meeting, TDP representative Surendra Kumar suggested that polling stations should be set up in locations easily accessible to the public. BJP representative Atluri Srinivasulu explained the need to distribute voter cards promptly, especially to newly-registered voters in light of the upcoming local body elections. CPM's Gangaraju requested a review of voter name transfers between constituencies to maintain proper records.
News18
4 days ago
- News18
90-Year-Old Accused Enters Court Shivering. Delhi HC Ends 1984 Bribery Case With 1-Day Sentence
A 90-year-old man, Surendra Kumar, stood trial in Delhi High Court for a 1984 bribery case. Due to his frail health and the 40-year delay, the judge reduced his sentence to one day In a rare and emotionally charged moment inside the Delhi High Court, a 90-year-old man appeared trembling and frail as he stood trial for a bribery case registered against him back in 1984. Moved by his deteriorating health and the extraordinary delay in the legal process, the judge issued a scathing observation on judicial delays while reducing his sentence to just one day, deemed already served. The man in the dock, Surendra Kumar, was once the Chief Marketing Manager of the State Trading Corporation of India (STC). He was accused of demanding a bribe of Rs 15,000 from a firm, allegedly in exchange for approving its bid to supply 140 tonnes of dried fish. According to the prosecution, Kumar had demanded an initial Rs 7,500 as a first installment, which led to a trap laid by the CBI. He was arrested soon after. Although the bribery took place in the mid-80s, the legal ordeal stretched for nearly four decades. In 2002, 18 years after the incident, Kumar was convicted and sentenced to three years in prison along with a Rs 15,000 fine. However, he was granted bail immediately and complied with the financial penalty within the time stipulated by the Supreme Court. But that wasn't the end of it. The case continued to wind through the legal system, with Kumar's final appeal dragging on for another 22 years. In total, the legal proceedings lasted close to 40 years, an unconscionable delay that the Delhi High Court sharply criticised in its verdict. The delay was antithetical to the constitutional promise of speedy trial, the court remarked, adding that the prolonged pendency itself had become a miscarriage of justice. Taking into account the accused's advanced age and serious health conditions, the court noted that 'incarcerating a 90-year-old man suffering from multiple ailments would violate basic human dignity". The judgment emphasised that justice must be tempered with compassion when the circumstances so demand. Referring to precedents where prolonged trials led to reduced sentences, the court ruled that Kumar had already undergone sufficient hardship simply by enduring the extended legal battle. Therefore, treating the sentence as one day already undergone is appropriate, the bench stated. In essence, the court commuted his remaining sentence to time already served, allowing him to walk free after nearly four decades of legal limbo. 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.
New Indian Express
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
40 years on, Delhi HC grants relief to a 90-year-old man in corruption case
NEW DELHI: In a corruption case dating back over four decades, the Delhi High Court has granted relief to a 90-year-old former government officer, commuting his sentence to the period already undergone, just one day in custody, citing extraordinary delay and the man's fragile health. The case concerned Surendra Kumar, who was working as Chief Marketing Manager at the State Trading Corporation of India (STC) when he was arrested in 1984 on allegations of demanding a bribe of Rs 15,000 from a supplier. Though he was granted bail shortly after his arrest, Kumar was convicted in 2002 and sentenced to two years' imprisonment along with a fine of Rs 15,000. Kumar filed an appeal the same year, and a coordinate bench had allowed him to remain on bail. However, the appeal itself remained pending for over 22 years, with the trial having already taken nearly 19 years to conclude. In a judgment delivered on July 8, Justice Jasmeet Singh noted that the legal proceedings had dragged on for over 40 years, a delay that was in clear contradiction to the right to a speedy trial under Article 21 of the Constitution.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Indian Express
Delhi HC reduces 90-year-old convict's 3-year sentence to a day
Providing relief to a 90-year-old convict, the Delhi High Court has reduced his three-year sentence in a corruption case to a day. The court acceded to the man's request factoring in that 'such imprisonment would risk causing irreversible harm and would defeat the very objective of mitigating the sentence', given his age and health condition. In an order issued on July 8, Justice Jasmeet Singh also weighed the 'inordinate delay' – with the trial taking nearly 19 years to conclude, and the appeal before HC being pending for over 22 years, with proceedings also continuing for over four decades. 'Such inordinate delay is plainly at odds with the constitutional mandate of a speedy trial envisaged under Article 21 of the Constitution. The 'Sword of Damocles' and uncertainty qua the fate of the case of the appellant have been uncertain for a period of nearly 40 years, and that by itself is a mitigating factor.' The convict, Surendra Kumar, was employed as the chief marketing manager at the State Trading Corporation of India. He was arrested for one day in 1984 for demanding a bribe of Rs 15,000 from a supplier of dried fish. He was then released on bail. In October 2002, he was sentenced to three years in jail under the Prevention of Corruption Act. Kumar did not challenge his conviction but sought that his sentence be set off against the period of incarceration which he has already undergone. 'A vital mitigating factor in considering the sentence is the appellant's advanced age. At 90 years old, suffering from serious health ailments, he is highly vulnerable to the physical and psychological impact of incarceration,' the court recorded.
