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Priya Sachdev ‘destroyed’ Karisma-Sunjay’s marriage, claims his sister

By Apoorva Rastogi | Oct 04, 2025 | 11:15 AM

**What’s the story?**

The ongoing dispute over the late industrialist Sunjay Kapur’s massive ₹30,000 crore estate has taken a new turn. Kapur’s sister, Mandira Kapur Smith, has alleged that his third wife, Priya Sachdev, contributed to the breakdown of his marriage with actor Karisma Kapoor.

In an interview with journalist Vickey Lalwani, Mandira revealed that she had known about Kapur and Sachdev’s relationship since they met on a flight—and she was unhappy about it.

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**Family’s opposition: “You don’t break up a happy marriage”**

Kapur Smith stated, “Lolo (Karisma Kapoor) and Sunjay, my brother, were in a good place. I think for another woman to not care about a woman who’s just had a child is in bad taste. You don’t destroy a marriage. And Lolo did not deserve that. Not even a happy marriage—you don’t break up a marriage that is trying to work on keeping a family together. Lolo was also working very hard to make this marriage work.”

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**Family feud: “Nobody stood by them getting married”**

Mandira further revealed that the entire family, including their late father, was against Kapur’s relationship with Sachdev.

“She can never marry her. I don’t ever want to see her face. And they can’t have children,” she recalled their father’s harsh words.

“Nobody stood by them getting married. They should have made it work. She (Karisma) should have been allowed to have her husband.”

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**Wedding absence: “We didn’t attend their wedding”**

Mandira Kapur Smith and her sister did not attend Kapur and Sachdev’s 2017 wedding.

“We were very clear that we could not support this because the only thing Dad said to him was: ‘Do not get married and do not have kids,’” she said. “If he was here, Priya won’t be a part of this family.”

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**Regret: “There was silence between us”**

When asked whether Karisma Kapoor had contacted her during this period of family turmoil, Mandira admitted there had been silence.

“We weren’t actually talking in that time frame. I feel bad because she was my best friend. I wish I’d taken more of a stand for her. I should have stood up for her. I don’t know what I could have done differently, honestly.”

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**Legacy: Kapur’s death and the inheritance battle**

Sunjay Kapur passed away in June 2025 after a freak accident at a polo match. He is survived by his wife, Priya Sachdev, and their son, Azarias.

Karisma Kapoor and Kapur were married between 2003 and 2016. Their children, Samaira and Kiaan, were born in 2005 and 2011, respectively.

Kapur’s death has left behind not just a huge fortune but also a bitter inheritance battle between Sachdev and his children from Kapoor. The family feud appears far from over.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/sunjay-kapur-s-sister-accuses-priya-of-ruining-karisma-s-marriage/story

Mumbai Cybercrime: 52-Year-Old Police Constable Posted At Bandra Kurla Complex Loses ₹94,103 In Online Fraud

**Mumbai Police Constable Falls Victim to Rs 94,103 Online Fraud**

A police constable attached to the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) police station was cheated of Rs 94,103 in a sophisticated online fraud.

**The Incident**

Constable Sachin Chavan, 52, who has been posted at the BKC police station for the past six months, became the victim of the scam on September 9. At 7:46 pm, he received a call from an individual falsely claiming to have mistakenly transferred Rs 30,000 into his bank account. The caller requested him to return the amount.

The caller informed Chavan that the money was intended for a hospital and asked him to keep the phone line active while checking his bank messages. Chavan soon received a message confirming that Rs 30,000 had been credited to his account.

**The Fraudulent Transactions**

Following this, the caller provided an account number and asked Chavan to first transfer Rs 5,000, promising further details regarding the remaining balance afterward. Trusting the caller, Chavan transferred Rs 5,000 and shared a screenshot as proof.

Shortly after, the caller sent a link and instructed Chavan to press it twice and enter a code. Without suspecting foul play, Chavan complied. As a result, Rs 77,091 and later Rs 12,012 were debited from his bank account without his authorization.

**Legal Action**

A formal complaint was filed, and a case was registered on October 1 under sections 318(4) (cheating) and 319(2) (cheating by personation) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, along with relevant provisions of the Information Technology Act.

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https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/mumbai-cybercrime-52-year-old-police-constable-posted-at-bandra-kurla-complex-loses-94103-in-online-fraud

Karur stampede: Madras HC forms SIT, denies pre-arrest bail to TVK leaders

The court has rejected the anticipatory bail petitions of two senior Tamil Vikatan Katchi (TVK) leaders and criticised both the party and the police over the recent mishap. Additionally, a plea by a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the incident was dismissed. The bench directed her to approach the Madurai court instead, according to PTI reports.

Chief Minister MK Stalin and the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) launched political attacks, blaming the BJP and TVK respectively. Stalin accused the BJP of attempting to exploit the tragedy for political gains. Meanwhile, the DMK slammed actor Vijay for his arrogance, hunger for money, publicity mania, and desire for power. The party stated that Vijay’s challenge to the state government to arrest him was merely an attempt to divert attention from the deaths of 41 people.

In response to the tragedy, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed under senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer and Inspector General, North Zone, Asra Garg, PTI reported.

The High Court also held the TVK event organisers, party leadership, and police responsible for lapses that contributed to the stampede, which claimed the lives of several children.

The anticipatory bail pleas of TVK state General Secretary Bussy N Anand and Deputy General Secretary CTR Nirmal Kumar were dismissed. Both have been named in the first information report (FIR), along with a local party leader who has since been arrested. They face charges under sections 105 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder), 110 (attempt to commit culpable homicide), 125 (endangering life of others), and 223 (disobedience to order) of the Indian Penal Code.

Furthermore, the court rejected the anticipatory bail petition of TVK Namakkal district secretary Sathish Kumar, who was linked to an attack on a private hospital during Vijay’s public meeting in Namakkal.

Chief Minister Stalin also alleged that the BJP and the Union government show no genuine concern over the stampede and are attempting to capitalise on the tragedy ahead of the 2026 Assembly Elections. He questioned, “Why was a delegation of NDA MPs sent to Karur urgently, while no teams were dispatched for the Manipur riots, Morbi bridge collapse, or Kumbh Mela stampede?”

The DMK continued its criticism of Vijay through its party organ, Murasoli, stating, “Vijay’s arrogance, responsible for the deaths of 41 persons, and his hunger for money, publicity mania, and desire for power, has not subsided yet.” The publication further claimed that his Rs 20 lakh solatium announcement for victims’ families was prompted by pressure. Adding, “By mounting a challenge to arrest him, he is trying to divert attention from the deaths of 41 persons.”

The government has already disbursed solatium to the victims’ families. Meanwhile, the DMK also criticised TVK leaders for arriving late to designated campaign spots, leaving supporters exhausted.
https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/sit-to-investigate-karur-stampede-says-hc-denies-anticipatory-bail-to-tvk-leaders-23597089

Madras High Court Orders SIT Probe Into Vijay’s TVK Rally Stampede

**Madras High Court Orders SIT Probe Into Karur Stampede at Vijay’s TVK Rally**

Chennai: Days after a tragic stampede at actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) rally in Karur claimed 41 lives, the Madras High Court (principal seat in Chennai) on Friday ordered the constitution of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the incident. The SIT will be headed by Inspector General of Police Asr Garg.

The court strongly condemned the TVK leaders for “abandoning” the innocent people who had gathered to watch Vijay but tragically lost their lives. In addition, the court directed the police to take action against the party’s office bearer, Aadhav Arjuna, for deleting a social media post that called for a Nepal-like Gen Z revolt.

In a related development, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court declined to order a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe, noting that the police investigation was still at a nascent stage. However, the bench instructed the State government not to grant permission for political rallies on highways until a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is established.

Separately, the court dismissed anticipatory bail petitions filed by TVK party general secretary ‘Bussy’ Anand and another office bearer, CTR Nirmal Kumar, both named in the FIR related to the stampede.

Justice N Senthilkumar, presiding over the main case in Chennai, directed the Karur police to hand over all documents related to the FIR to the SIT. The judge expressed concern that the State appeared lenient towards the accused, highlighting that several party leaders fled the scene after many women and children died.

Regretting the lack of remorse from the party leadership, Justice Senthilkumar commented that this attitude reflected their “mental state.” He added, “The court, however, cannot close its eyes. The court cannot be a mute spectator. The court cannot shirk its responsibilities. The entire world has witnessed the sequences as well as consequences of the event.”

Describing the tragedy as a man-made disaster, the judge noted that even the President and Prime Minister had expressed condolences and extended support to the victims and their families.

The judge also took note of a petition mentioning that Vijay was named in the FIR. Citing video footage showing two-wheeler riders getting injured after falling near Vijay’s caravan, Justice Senthilkumar questioned why no hit-and-run case had been registered. He urged the police to suo motu file an FIR based on the available video evidence to ensure a thorough investigation.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/madras-high-court-orders-sit-probe-into-vijays-tvk-rally-stampede

Zubeen Garg’s death: Event organizer moves SC, calls allegations ‘ludicrous’

Shyamkanu Mahanta, the organizer of the North East India Festival and an accused in the case related to Assamese singer Zubeen Garg’s death, has approached the Supreme Court.

He is seeking a transfer of the ongoing Assam Police probe to a central agency.

The move aims to ensure a fair and impartial investigation into the matter. The Supreme Court’s decision on this plea is awaited.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/plea-for-fair-investigation-into-zubeen-garg-s-death/story

Zubeen Garg’s death: Event organizer moves SC, calls allegations ‘ludicrous’

Shyamkanu Mahanta, the organizer of the North East India Festival and an accused in the case related to the death of Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, has approached the Supreme Court.

He is seeking the transfer of the ongoing Assam Police investigation to a central agency. Mahanta’s plea requests a more impartial and thorough probe into the matter, amid concerns over the current investigation’s progress.

The Supreme Court will now consider his request for the case to be handled by a federal investigative body.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/plea-for-fair-investigation-into-zubeen-garg-s-death/story

Zubeen Garg’s death: Event organizer moves SC, calls allegations ‘ludicrous’

Shyamkanu Mahanta, the organizer of the North East India Festival and an accused in the case related to Assamese singer Zubeen Garg’s death, has approached the Supreme Court.

He is seeking a transfer of the ongoing Assam Police probe to a central agency.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/plea-for-fair-investigation-into-zubeen-garg-s-death/story

Murder charge dismissed in shooting death of STL teen

Last month, the family of Kristina Curry, 16, shared the agony they endured while waiting for justice.

They described the pain of waiting more than six years for an arrest related to her death.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/murder-charge-dismissed-in-shooting-death-of-stl-teen/

Trump has ‘determined’ the U.S. is in ‘armed conflict’ with cartels, administration tells Congress

The Trump administration informed Congress in a confidential notice this week that President Donald Trump has “determined” that the United States is in an armed conflict with drug cartels. According to the notice, members of these organizations can be targeted as unlawful combatants.

The President classified these cartels as non-state armed groups, designated them as terrorist organizations, and determined that their actions constitute an armed attack against the United States. The notice stated, “In response, based upon the cumulative effects of these hostile acts against the citizens and interests of the United States and friendly foreign nations, the President determined that the United States is in a non-international armed conflict with these designated terrorist organizations.”

This designation essentially places drug cartels in the same legal category as terrorist groups like Al Qaeda or the Islamic State.

In recent weeks, the U.S. military reportedly struck at least three boats from Venezuela allegedly carrying narco-traffickers and drugs that could threaten Americans, President Trump said on Truth Social.

The notice to Congress included examples of actions the President could take in targeting the cartels and cited an attack on September 15 that killed approximately three unlawful combatants. The White House has defended these strikes, emphasizing their legality.

“As we have said many times, the President acted in line with the law of armed conflict to protect our country from those trying to bring deadly poison to our shores,” White House spokesperson Anna Kelly said in a statement Thursday. “He is delivering on his promise to take on the cartels and eliminate these national security threats from murdering more Americans.”

NBC News reported last month that the administration is considering strikes on drug cartels operating inside Venezuela. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has denied any role in drug trafficking and has repeatedly alleged that the United States is trying to force him from power.

However, many critics of the strikes, including congressional Democrats and some Republicans, argue that the administration does not have the legal authority to target drug cartels using the U.S. military. They maintain that drug trafficking remains a law enforcement matter best addressed through interdiction.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is also serving as acting national security adviser, has declared interdiction efforts ineffective, underscoring the administration’s rationale for the military approach.
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/trump-determined-us-armed-conflict-cartels-congress-notice-rcna235294

Trump has ‘determined’ the U.S. is in ‘armed conflict’ with cartels, administration tells Congress

The Trump administration informed Congress in a confidential notice this week that President Donald Trump has “determined” that the United States is in an armed conflict with drug cartels and that members of these organizations can be targeted as unlawful combatants.

According to the notice, the President classified these cartels as non-state armed groups, designated them as terrorist organizations, and determined that their actions constitute an armed attack against the United States.

“In response, based upon the cumulative effects of these hostile acts against the citizens and interests of the United States and friendly foreign nations, the President determined that the United States is in a non-international armed conflict with these designated terrorist organizations,” the notice added.

This designation effectively places drug cartels in the same legal category as terrorist groups like Al Qaeda and the Islamic State.

In recent weeks, the U.S. military reportedly struck at least three boats originating from Venezuela that were allegedly carrying narco-traffickers and drugs posing a threat to Americans. President Trump mentioned these actions on Truth Social.

The notice to Congress outlined potential actions the President could take in targeting the cartels and cited an attack on September 15 that resulted in the deaths of approximately three unlawful combatants.

The White House has defended these strikes. “As we have said many times, the President acted in line with the law of armed conflict to protect our country from those trying to bring deadly poison to our shores, and he is delivering on his promise to take on the cartels and eliminate these national security threats from murdering more Americans,” White House spokesperson Anna Kelly stated on Thursday.

NBC News reported last month that the administration is considering further strikes on drug cartels inside Venezuela.

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has denied any involvement in drug trafficking and has repeatedly accused the United States of attempting to force him from power.

However, many critics of the strikes—including congressional Democrats and some Republicans—argue that the administration does not yet have the legal authority to target drug cartels using the U.S. military. They maintain that this issue remains primarily a law enforcement matter, best addressed through interdiction efforts.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is also serving as acting national security adviser, has declared that interdiction efforts have been ineffective in combating the cartels.
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/trump-determined-us-armed-conflict-cartels-congress-notice-rcna235294