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Uneasy Questions Arise In Haryana IGP Y Puran Kumar’s Suicide Case

**Chandigarh:** A day after Inspector General of Police (IGP) Y Puran Kumar allegedly died by suicide, controversy has erupted over the inclusion of his name—without the state government’s prior sanction—in an FIR lodged against his former aide. The aide is accused of demanding a bribe from a liquor contractor in Kumar’s name.

District Rohtak police arrested Head Constable Sushil, a former aide of IGP Kumar, on Monday. He was sent to judicial custody on Tuesday. Sushil was arrested for allegedly demanding a bribe in the name of the deceased IPS officer, despite Kumar not being summoned to join the investigation.

According to police sources, Sushil had previously worked with IGP Kumar during his tenure as IG, Rohtak range. Kumar reportedly continued to keep Sushil on his team even after Kumar’s transfer as IG, Police Training Centre, Sunaria, Rohtak.

The arrest stems from allegations that Sushil demanded Rs 2.5 lakh monthly from a liquor businessman, invoking IGP Kumar’s name. The FIR was filed based on a written complaint and video footage provided by the businessman. Police added that Sushil allegedly threatened the businessman by warning that failure to pay the bribe could result in implicating him in a liquor smuggling case.

Sources suggest this bribery case might have been one of the reasons that led Kumar to take the extreme step of suicide.

### Vocal Advocate for Officers’ Rights and Seniority

IGP Y Puran Kumar, a 2001-batch IPS officer, was known for his vocal stance on issues concerning the rights and seniority of officers. He frequently challenged the government on matters such as promotions granted to certain batches and the representation of Scheduled Caste (SC) officers in police ranks.

Though an official statement on Kumar’s suicide note has not yet been released, it is reported that the note mentioned several serving and former top IPS officers who allegedly “authorised” a campaign aimed at humiliating him.

Reports revealed that Kumar had written to Chief Minister Nayab Saini, expressing that his representations had been ignored, particularly those concerning himself and his batch-mates from the SC category. He also claimed that in the state home department, even routine files that did not require legal opinions were unnecessarily being sent for such reviews.

Kumar had reportedly filed five complaints alleging harassment and humiliation by a senior IAS officer. He objected to the formation of a committee comprising three former IAS officers tasked with probing his allegations.

### Allegations of Intentional Humiliation

In March 2023, while posted as IGP, Home Guards, Kumar informed then Chief Secretary Sanjeev Kaushal that the position he was assigned was not a cadre post. He stated that the Home Department had told the Punjab and Haryana High Court the same year that the state government had never formally created this post. Kumar alleged that his posting was intended to insult and humiliate him publicly.

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This tragic incident has brought to light underlying tensions within the police department regarding seniority, caste representation, and internal politics. Further updates are awaited as investigations continue.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/uneasy-questions-arise-in-haryana-igp-y-puran-kumars-suicide-case

‘We started fighting…’: Saif Ali Khan on Bandra home attack

**‘We Started Fighting’: Saif Ali Khan Opens Up About Terrifying Bandra Home Attack**

*By Apoorva Rastogi | October 8, 2025, 5:05 PM*

Saif Ali Khan recently revealed harrowing details about a stabbing incident at his Bandra residence earlier this year. Speaking on the Prime Video show *Two Much* with Kajol and Twinkle, alongside superstar Akshay Kumar, Khan recounted the terrifying ordeal when an intruder armed with two knives attacked him viciously.

“I barged into Jeh’s room. I saw this guy standing over his bed with a knife,” Khan said. “I jumped on him and we started fighting, and he just started slashing all over me.”

### Family’s Reaction and Son’s Witness

Khan’s elder son, Taimur, witnessed the attack from upstairs. The actor shared, “Taimur looked at me upstairs and said, ‘Oh my God! Are you going to die?’ And I said, ‘No, I don’t think so. But I’ve got a pain in the back. I’m not going to die, I’m fine.’”

Saif Ali Khan sustained six stab wounds during the attack, one dangerously close to his spinal cord, which required immediate surgery.

### Reflection on Life Amidst the Ordeal

Reflecting on the incident while lying injured on the ground, Khan told *Esquire India*, “It could have been the adrenaline but I remember thinking life has been colorful and I’ve been privileged to be in many places—not just in terms of money, because many people have much more money. But thinking of that rarefied atmosphere of Winchester, of all my travels with loved ones, the wine, my wife, my children.”

### Arrest and Charges

The accused, Mohammad Shariful Islam Shehzad, was arrested a few days after the attack. He has been charged with breaking into the actor’s home with the intent to rob, as well as attacking Khan and a staff member with a wooden weapon and a blade.

### Saif Ali Khan’s Recent Work

On the professional front, Saif Ali Khan was last seen in *Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins*, an action thriller directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal.

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Saif Ali Khan’s brave confrontation and recovery from the attack highlight his resilience and the support of his family during this traumatic experience.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/saif-ali-khan-reveals-intruder-had-2-knives/story

‘We started fighting…’: Saif Ali Khan on Bandra home attack

**‘We started fighting’: Saif Ali Khan Opens Up About Bandra Home Attack**

*By Apoorva Rastogi | Oct 08, 2025, 05:05 PM*

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan recently recounted the harrowing stabbing incident that took place at his Bandra residence earlier this year. Speaking on the Prime Video show *Two Much* alongside Kajol, Twinkle, and superstar Akshay Kumar, Khan detailed the terrifying encounter with an intruder armed with two knives.

“I barged into Jeh’s room. I saw this guy standing over his bed with a knife,” Khan revealed. “I jumped on him and we started fighting, and he just started slashing all over me.”

**Family Witnessed the Attack**

Adding to the trauma, Saif’s elder son, Taimur, witnessed the attack from upstairs. Khan shared, “Taimur looked at me upstairs, and he said, ‘Oh my God! Are you going to die?’ And I said, ‘No, I don’t think so. But I’ve got a pain in the back. I’m not going to die, I’m fine.’”

Saif sustained a total of six stab wounds during the attack, one of which was dangerously close to his spinal cord and required immediate surgery.

**Life Flashing Before His Eyes**

Reflecting on the ordeal, Khan told *Esquire India* about the moments he spent injured on the ground. “It could have been the adrenaline, but I remember thinking life has been colorful, and I’ve been privileged to be in many places—not just in terms of money. Many people have much more money. When I think of that rarefied atmosphere of Winchester, of all my travels with loved ones, the wine, my wife, my children,” he said.

**Arrest and Charges**

The accused, Mohammad Shariful Islam Shehzad, was apprehended a few days after the attack. He has been charged with breaking into Saif’s home with intent to rob, as well as attacking Khan and a staff member with a wooden weapon and a blade.

**On the Work Front**

Meanwhile, Saif Ali Khan was last seen in *Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins*, an action thriller directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal. Fans eagerly await his next project following this traumatic incident.

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Stay tuned for more updates on Saif Ali Khan and his upcoming ventures.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/saif-ali-khan-reveals-intruder-had-2-knives/story

‘We started fighting…’: Saif Ali Khan on Bandra home attack

**Saif Ali Khan Opens Up About Terrifying Stabbing Incident at His Bandra Home**

*By Apoorva Rastogi | October 8, 2025*

Saif Ali Khan recently recounted the harrowing stabbing incident that took place at his Bandra residence earlier this year. The Bollywood star revealed details of the attack during an episode of the Prime Video show *Two Much* with Kajol and Twinkle, which also featured superstar Akshay Kumar.

“I barged into Jeh’s room. I saw this guy standing over his bed with a knife,” Khan shared. “I jumped on him and we started fighting, and he just started slashing all over me.”

### Family’s Reaction During the Attack

Khan’s elder son, Taimur, witnessed the frightening episode from upstairs. The actor recalled Taimur’s concerned words: “Taimur looked at me upstairs and said, ‘Oh my God! Are you going to die?’ I told him, ‘No, I don’t think so.’ But I’ve got a pain in the back. I’m not going to die, I’m fine.”

Saif Ali Khan sustained six stab wounds, including one near his spinal cord that required immediate surgery.

### Reflecting on Life Amidst Adversity

Speaking to *Esquire India*, Khan shared how he reflected on his life while injured and lying on the ground. “It could have been the adrenaline, but I remember thinking life has been colorful and I’ve been privileged to be in many places—not just in terms of money, as so many people have much more money. When I think of that rarefied atmosphere of Winchester, of all my travels with loved ones, the wine, my wife, my children,” he said.

### Arrest and Charges

The accused, identified as Mohammad Shariful Islam Shehzad, was arrested a few days after the attack. He faces charges of breaking into the actor’s home with intent to rob, as well as attacking Saif Ali Khan and a staff member with a wooden weapon and a blade.

### On the Work Front

Saif Ali Khan was last seen in *Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins*, an action thriller directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal. Fans eagerly await his upcoming projects as he continues to entertain audiences with his versatile performances.

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*Stay tuned for more updates on Saif Ali Khan and other Bollywood news.*
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/saif-ali-khan-reveals-intruder-had-2-knives/story

Jack the Ripper copycat who murdered two women after stalking the streets of Whitechapel dies in prison aged 64

A Jack the Ripper copycat who murdered two women after stalking them through the streets of London like the notorious Victorian murderer has died at the age of 64.

Derek Brown, dubbed the ‘Modern Ripper,’ was jailed for a minimum of 30 years on October 6, 2008, after being found guilty of murdering DVD seller Xiao Mei Guo, 29, and prostitute Bonnie Barrett, 24. He denied murder but admitted to paying both women for sex before their disappearances in 2007.

The previously convicted rapist found his victims in the Whitechapel area of London, famously associated with Jack the Ripper in the 1880s. A search of Brown’s Rotherhithe flat uncovered traces of blood belonging to both women, as well as a receipt for a bow saw, heavy-duty gloves, rubble sacks, and cleaning materials. It is believed that he hacked his victims apart before disposing of their remains.

Brown was serving his sentence in HMP Wakefield when he reportedly became unwell on September 27. He was taken to hospital and died two days later, just days before his 65th birthday.

The remorseless killer’s victims’ remains have never been found.

A source close to former delivery driver Brown said:
“He was in critical care since Saturday. They found him in his cell on Saturday, and he was in critical care since Saturday 5 pm until Monday when he died at 3 pm.”

At the time of the murders, police believed Brown sought notoriety for the killings. Detective Chief Inspector Mark Kandiah said:
“If he kept killing prostitutes from the Whitechapel area, then that link (with Jack the Ripper) would be made. If this was a spree, it seems likely that we stopped him at number two.”

During his court case, sentencing Judge Martin Stephens told Brown:
“You have shown not a sliver of remorse. You murdered two women. Both were vulnerable, plying their trade on the streets, in each case falling into your hands precisely because of their availability and their lack of protection. What you did to each of those women before you killed them we can only speculate about. How you killed them we cannot know. What we do know is you disposed of their bodies with frightening efficiency so that not a trace of either woman has been found.”

Mrs. Guo was last seen in August 2007 selling DVDs at Whitechapel Market. CCTV footage showed her with Brown near Whitechapel Tube station, the court heard. Miss Barrett disappeared from the same area on September 18, 2007.

Police spent over 800 hours searching for their bodies, including specialist diver searches in the Thames. Judge Stephens noted that there was clear circumstantial evidence proving Brown dismembered and disposed of the bodies.
“The only person who could prove this not to be true would be you, if you ever chose to tell the police where their bodies or remains could be found,” the judge added. “The anguish of both victims’ families is exacerbated, made much worse by their inability to lay each lady to rest.”

The prosecution stated that Brown targeted the women because they were “soft targets” and would not be missed.

Commenting on his death, a Prison Service spokesman said:
“Derek Brown died in hospital on September 29 while serving a sentence at HMP Wakefield. As with all deaths in custody, the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman will investigate.”
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15172811/Jack-Ripper-copycat-murdered-two-women-stalking-streets-Whitechapel-dies-prison-aged-64.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

West Bengal: Mamata Banerjee visits injured BJP MP in Siliguri

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday visited BJP MP Khagen Murmu at a private hospital in Siliguri.

Murmu was undergoing treatment after being assaulted in Nagarkata during a visit to the flood and landslide-affected areas on Monday.

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https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/west-bengal-mamata-banerjee-visits-injured-bjp-mp-in-siliguri-23597686

Uttar Pradesh Crime: Lucknow Police Bust Inter-State AI-Powered Exam Fraud Gang; 10 Arrested Including Bank Officer Mastermind

**Lucknow Police Bust Inter-State Solver Gang Using AI Tools to Forge Exam IDs**

Lucknow: In a significant crackdown, the Lucknow Police have dismantled an inter-state solver gang that exploited artificial intelligence tools—such as ChatGPT, Mix Grinder, Gemini AI, and Fotor—to create fake IDs and Aadhaar cards. The gang digitally blended the faces of real candidates and hired solvers, facilitating impersonation during examinations.

**IBPS Exam Triggered Investigation**

The operation came to light following a report from the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) about suspicious activity during its October 5 exam. Police detained one candidate who was found impersonating another, which eventually led to the arrest of 10 people. Among those arrested was Anand Kumar, the gang’s mastermind and Assistant Manager at UP Gramin Bank, posted in Khapraura, Sambhal.

**Gang Earnings and Recovery**

According to DCP South Nipun Agarwal, the gang charged ₹5.2 lakh per candidate for their services, out of which ₹2 lakh went directly to Anand Kumar. Authorities recovered laptops, mobile phones, and numerous forged documents from the accused individuals.

**Involvement of Bank Officers and Solvers**

Further investigations revealed that some gang members, including Sudhanshu Kumar, an officer at UCO Bank, along with other candidates preparing for banking exams, exploited their knowledge of exam patterns to perpetrate the fraud. The AI-generated photos were instrumental in creating realistic fake identity cards, enabling solvers to appear in place of genuine candidates at various Lucknow exam centers.

**Absconding Candidates**

The police are currently tracking two absconding candidates associated with the gang—Yogendra Kumar and Akashdeep.

This case highlights the rising threat of technology-enabled fraud in competitive examinations and the urgent need for tighter security measures.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/uttar-pradesh/uttar-pradesh-crime-lucknow-police-bust-inter-state-ai-powered-exam-fraud-gang-10-arrested-including-bank-officer-mastermind

Texas man arrested for killing Hyderabad student at gas station

**Texas Man Arrested for Killing Hyderabad Student at Gas Station**

*By Snehil Singh | October 7, 2025, 10:30 AM*

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A 23-year-old Texas resident, Richard Florez, has been arrested in connection with the murder of 28-year-old Indian student Chandrashekar Pole at a Fort Worth gas station.

**The Incident**

The tragic event occurred on Friday night while Pole was working his part-time shift at a gas station on Eastchase Parkway. According to reports, Florez allegedly shot Pole before fleeing the scene. Shortly after, Florez reportedly fired at another vehicle about a mile away and then crashed his car into a gate while attempting to enter a residence on Meadowbrook Drive.

**Legal Proceedings**

Florez was apprehended soon after the crash. Authorities discovered a firearm in his vehicle. Fort Worth Police spokesperson Officer Brad Perez confirmed to NBC DFW that Florez is currently hospitalized but has been charged with homicide. The motive for the shooting remains under investigation.

The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office declared Pole dead at the scene.

**Victim’s Profile**

Chandrashekar Pole, a native of Hyderabad, India, had completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery before moving to the United States two years ago. He recently earned a Master’s degree in Data Analytics from the University of North Texas in Denton and was actively seeking employment.

To support himself financially, Pole took on a part-time job at the gas station where the shooting took place.

**Repatriation Efforts**

The Indian Consulate in Houston is collaborating with Pole’s family to facilitate the repatriation of his remains. However, due to a local government shutdown, formal police statements and further details have been delayed.

This incident adds to a growing list of violent attacks involving Indian students in the United States.

**Community Reaction**

Pole’s death has deeply affected the local Indian-American community, sparking fear and mourning. In response, community members have launched a GoFundMe campaign to assist with repatriation costs and support for Pole’s family.

This is not an isolated incident; on September 10, another Indian-origin individual, Chandra Nagamallaiah from Karnataka, was fatally attacked at his workplace in East Dallas, Texas, during a dispute with a co-worker.

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Our thoughts are with the families and communities affected by these tragic events. We will continue to follow this story as it develops.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/world/texas-man-arrested-for-killing-hyderabad-student-at-gas-station/story

Delhi-Gurugram police neutralise notorious Nepalese criminal Bhim Jora

In a major breakthrough, the Special Staff of Delhi Police’s South-East District, in collaboration with the Gurugram Crime Branch, has neutralised the dreaded and wanted criminal Bhim Mahabahadur Jora.

The officials confirmed that the accused was neutralised in an armed encounter at Aastha Kunj Park, East of Kailash, during the intervening night of October 6 and 7. According to news agency ANI, acting on a secret tip-off about Jora’s movement, a joint team was constituted under the supervision of Inspector Rajender Singh Dagar, In-charge of Special Staff, South-East District, and Inspector Narender Sharma, In-charge of the Crime Branch, Gurugram.

The operation was launched around midnight to intercept the accused, said DCP South-East Hemant Tiwari. “When the police team confronted him near Aastha Kunj Park, Jora opened indiscriminate fire, discharging six rounds in an attempt to flee. The police team retaliated, firing five rounds, during which the accused sustained bullet injuries. He was immediately shifted to AIIMS Trauma Centre, where doctors declared him brought dead,” Tiwari added, as cited by ANI.

The accused has been identified as Bhim Mahabahadur Jora, 39, son of Mahabahadur Jora, and a resident of Lalpur, Kailali District, Nepal. Officials revealed that Jora was wanted in connection with the armed dacoity and brutal murder of Dr. Paul in Jangpura, New Delhi, in May 2024. A cash reward of Rs 50,000 had been announced for his arrest.

Police further stated that Jora was a notorious interstate criminal involved in at least six cases of murder, dacoity, and burglary across Delhi, Gurugram, Gujarat, and Bengaluru. He was also wanted in a recent burglary at a BJP leader’s residence in Gurugram and had been absconding for several months.

From Jora’s possession, the police recovered one sophisticated automatic pistol, one live round, several empty cartridges, and a bag containing house-breaking tools, reported ANI.

Despite the neutralisation of the Nepalese national, police officials confirmed that further investigation is underway to trace his associates and the network linked to his interstate criminal activities.

In other related news, Delhi Police’s West District team cracked a house theft case by arresting four accused and recovering 156 grams of gold (worth Rs 20 lakh) and Rs 9.96 lakh in cash.

(With inputs from ANI)
https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/delhi-gurugram-police-neutralise-notorious-nepalese-criminal-bhim-mahabahadur-jora-23597573

Bank Insider Gets 9-Year Jail Term for Gold and Cash Theft

TOKYO, Oct 7 — The Tokyo District Court sentenced former Mitsubishi UFJ Bank assistant branch manager Yukari Yamazaki to nine years in prison on October 6 for stealing approximately 400 million yen worth of gold bars and cash from a bank safe deposit vault.

During the trial, the defense argued that weaknesses in the bank’s security system had allowed Yamazaki to repeatedly commit the thefts. However, the court dismissed this claim in its ruling.

The court stated that the defendant, who had earned the bank’s trust and held a position of responsibility, exploited security systems in a way that only someone in her limited position could, effectively rendering the safeguards powerless.

The court further declared that Yamazaki’s actions were strongly deserving of condemnation.

https://newsonjapan.com/article/147179.php