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NEET-UG Paper Leak: Solver Gang Member Arrested

Solver Gang Member Received Solved NEET-UG Question Paper PDF Before Exam, Says Bihar Police

The Bihar Police’s Economic Offences Unit (EOU) has arrested Baldev Kumar, also known as Chintu, a member of a “solver gang” that was involved in leaking the NEET-UG exam paper. Kumar, along with four others, was arrested in Jharkhand’s Deoghar district on Sunday and taken to a Patna court, which put them in jail.

Baldev Kumar got a PDF of the solved NEET-UG question paper on his phone on May 4, the day before the exam. The EOU revealed that Kumar is connected to Sanjeev Kumar, the main person behind the “solver gang,” who is still on the run.

Baldev Kumar is from Bihar Sharif in Nalanda district but was living in Patna. The other arrested members are Mukesh Kumar from Patna, Panku Kumar, Rajeev Kumar, and Paramjit Singh, all from Nalanda.

Before their arrest, Mukesh Kumar, Rajeev Kumar, and Paramjeet Singh were already suspects in the case. The EOU tracked them down using intelligence and technical investigation. They found partially burnt papers at Learn Boys Hostel and Play School in Patna, which were sent for forensic analysis.

The EOU explained that Baldev Kumar got the PDF on May 5, and printed copies were made using a Wi-Fi printer at the school. Candidates were grouped and asked to memorize the answers. The gang also arranged for discreet transportation of the candidates to the school using a taxi owned by Mukesh Kumar, who was also arrested.

During the investigation, roll code details of 15 suspicious candidates were found, and four have been questioned so far. The EOU confirmed that the half-burned question papers matched those from the Oasis School exam center in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, and found evidence of tampering.

The EOU also found duplicate SIM cards and a suspicious envelope box in Jharkhand, indicating the involvement of a larger inter-state gang. The EOU took over the investigation from Patna Police on May 17 and plans to hand the case over to the CBI. Earlier, on May 5, Patna Police had arrested 13 people related to the paper leak.

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Ex-MPTC Member Killed Over Affair in Ghatkesar

Former MPTC Member Allegedly Killed Over Affair in Ghatkesar

Hyderabad, Ghatkesar: G Mahesh, 42, a former member of the Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituency (MPTC), was allegedly killed due to an extramarital affair.

Mahesh went missing on June 17, prompting his family to report it to the Ghatkesar police. The police registered a missing person case.

During their investigation, the police detained two individuals. Under questioning, they admitted to killing Mahesh and disposing of his body at a Ghatkesar dumping yard.

The police recovered Mahesh’s body from the dump yard. They suspect his involvement in an illegal relationship may have led to his murder.

The investigation is ongoing.

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Bus Overturns at Narsingi ORR: 1 Dead, 15 Injured

A bus traveling from Patancheruvu to Chennai via Vijayawada overturned at the Narsingi Outer Ring Road (ORR) on Sunday night around 9 pm. The bus hit a pole after running over the road meridian, causing the accident.

Tragically, a woman named Mamatha fell out of the bus and was killed instantly when she was crushed by the bus. The police used a crane to lift the bus and recover her body, which was then taken to the mortuary.

ACP Narsingi, Ramana Goud, stated that the bus was speeding, which likely caused the driver to lose control. The police are investigating further and have sent the driver to the hospital to check if he was drunk. Passengers reported that the driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC) was 180, indicating he was very drunk.

The accident injured about 15 people. Emergency services, including the police, traffic officers, DRF teams, and ambulance staff, quickly arrived to help. Some injured passengers received first aid on the spot, while others were taken to nearby hospitals.

The accident caused a heavy traffic jam on the busy ORR. The police later used two cranes to remove the bus and clear the road.

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AI to Help Solve Parking Problems in Telangana

AI Solutions to Revolutionize Parking in Telangana: Minister’s Initiative to Tackle Urban Traffic Issues

Hyderabad: Soon, Artificial Intelligence (AI) might help you find parking in Hyderabad and across Telangana.

IT Minister D Sridhar Babu has asked the IT department’s engineers to create plans using AI to solve parking problems. This follows Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s request for solutions to traffic and parking issues in cities.

AI can offer many solutions to these problems. With limited space, the Minister suggested building more multi-level parking lots. He said this after seeing a presentation by a private company at the Secretariat on Saturday.

A statement from the Minister’s office mentioned that the use of personal vehicles has increased significantly. In Hyderabad alone, there are 1.4 million cars, 70,000 cabs, and 100,000 auto rickshaws.

Parking has become a big issue, especially on roadsides and in shopping areas. “Using AI, we should identify busy areas and develop apps to let people book parking spots in advance,” said Sridhar Babu. He also mentioned consulting companies that develop AI solutions for this.

Many countries already use AI to solve parking issues. The Minister suggested studying these services to introduce similar ones that meet local needs.

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AP Student Killed in US Supermarket Shooting

Telugu Student From Andhra Pradesh Killed in US Supermarket Shooting

Tragedy struck an Andhra Pradesh family as 32-year-old Dasari Gopikrishna, a student from Bapatla district, was shot and killed while working at a supermarket in the United States.

Gopikrishna, originally from Yajali in Karlapalem mandal, had moved to the US eight months prior seeking better opportunities. Local reports indicate he was working at the supermarket counter on Saturday afternoon when a gunman entered and opened fire. Critically injured, Gopikrishna was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to his wounds on Sunday while undergoing treatment.

This senseless act of violence has plunged Gopikrishna’s family and the Yajali community into deep mourning. He is survived by his wife and son.

Surveillance footage from nearby CCTV cameras reportedly captured the entire incident. The footage shows the assailant entering the store, shooting Gopikrishna, and then fleeing the scene.

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Maoist Couple with ₹41 Lakh Bounty Surrenders

Maoist Couple with ₹41 Lakh Bounty Surrenders in the presence of Fadnavis

Gadchiroli: A feared Maoist, Nangsu Tumreti alias Giridhar, who had over 170 cases and a ₹25 lakh bounty on him, surrendered with his wife in Gadchiroli district on Saturday. Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was present during the surrender, according to a police official.

Giridhar’s wife, Sangeeta Usendi alias Lalita, also surrendered. She had 17 cases against her and a ₹16 lakh bounty.

Giridhar joined the Maoist movement in 1996 and led activities in Gadchiroli. He faced 179 cases, including 86 for encounters and 15 for arson. Under the surrender scheme, Giridhar will receive ₹15 lakh and Lalita ₹8.5 lakh from the government.

Fadnavis praised the Gadchiroli police for their efforts to end the Maoist threat and help integrate former militants back into society.

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No Change in Tirumala Darshan and Laddu Prices: TTD

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has confirmed that there is no increase in the prices for the Rs 300 special entry darshan and the Rs 50 laddu prasadam at the Tirumala Sri Venkateswara temple. They advised devotees to ignore false information circulating on social media.

In a statement on Saturday, a TTD spokesperson addressed rumors on WhatsApp about higher prices for special entry darshan, urging devotees to use the official TTD website for bookings at https://ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in.

The spokesperson also mentioned that some tickets are available through state tourism departments, allowing devotees to book darshan package tickets via their state tourism websites.

Additionally, the TTD vigilance wing has noted that some brokers are overcharging for tickets through tourism websites. TTD warned these brokers of strict action and advised devotees to use only the official TTD and tourism websites for bookings.

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Bhavani Revanna: Power Behind the Scandal

Bhavani Revanna, mother of former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna, is in the spotlight after being identified as the mastermind in the abduction of one of Prajwal’s alleged sexual assault victims. Earlier this week, she was granted anticipatory bail by the Karnataka High Court.

Bhavani, 55, gained public attention in December 2023 when a video of her angry outburst went viral. After her luxury car was involved in an accident with a motorcyclist near Saligrama in Mysuru, she angrily confronted the motorcyclist without checking on the injured villagers. “Burn that motorcycle,” she yelled.

The car involved was registered to Ashpra Infra Engineers, a company owned by businessman Kiran Reddy, who has business connections with Bhavani and her husband H D Revanna, a JD(S) MLA and former state minister.

For over two decades, the Revanna family has been influential in Hassan and nearby areas, largely due to the political legacy of Revanna’s father, former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda. Although Revanna, 66, is the political face of the family, Bhavani is considered the real boss. She has political ambitions of her own and has sought a JD(S) ticket for the Assembly multiple times, though she has only attained the position of a zilla panchayat member so far.

Bhavani’s younger son, Prajwal, entered politics in 2019, supposedly at her insistence, abandoning an MBA program in Australia to run for the Hassan Lok Sabha seat. Bhavani’s strong influence and the family’s dominant approach have put Prajwal and Revanna in a difficult political position, even before the sexual assault allegations against Prajwal surfaced.

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The Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating these allegations has accused Bhavani of trying to protect her son by masterminding the abduction of a victim to prevent her from filing a complaint. During the bail hearing, the prosecutor described Bhavani as the “kingpin” behind this scheme.

The Karnataka High Court, in granting Bhavani anticipatory bail, noted the significant role women play in family life and emphasized the need for caution in custodial interrogations of women.

Bhavani and seven others, including her husband, are now under investigation for their alleged involvement in the abduction and hiding of a victim of Prajwal’s alleged sexual assaults. The SIT has registered three cases against Prajwal based on evidence from videos of the assaults.

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22-Year-Old Ends Life in Dundigal Over Love Failure

Hyderabad: In a tragic incident, a 22-year-old ends life in Dundigal, Hyderabad, on Friday, reportedly due to love failure. The deceased, identified as Srikanth Kumar, was found hanging in his home.

Srikanth Kumar, from Kannaram village in the Kaudipalli mandal of Medak district, had been living with his family in Gandimaisamma, Dundigal. According to police officials, he had been visibly upset over a failed romantic relationship. His family discovered him hanging from the ceiling fan in his room.

The Dundigal police have registered a case and are investigating the circumstances that led to this tragic event. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.

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Delhi Burger King Murder: CCTV Shows Shocking Chase

Chilling CCTV Footage Shows Burger King Murder in Delhi

New Delhi: June 20, 2024

Disturbing CCTV footage has emerged from a Burger King outlet in West Delhi’s Rajouri Garden, capturing the brutal shooting of a man on Tuesday evening. The video shows the victim, identified as Aman Joon, being chased and shot multiple times by a group of men.

According to reports, around 40 rounds were fired at Joon. The footage shows him attempting to flee behind the counter as the attackers, dressed in orange and white shirts, relentlessly pursue him. Panicked customers are seen scrambling for safety as the gunmen unload their weapons.

Adding to the chilling scene is the presence of a woman who was reportedly sitting with Joon before the attack. The footage shows her walking out of the restaurant calmly amidst the gunfire, raising questions about her potential involvement.

Police are currently investigating the incident and suspect the motive may be linked to a gang rivalry or revenge for a past murder. The different calibers of bullets recovered from the scene suggest the use of multiple weapons, possibly by more than two attackers.

The brazen daylight shooting has sparked concerns about the deteriorating law and order situation in the capital. Police are analyzing the CCTV footage to identify the attackers and the woman seen with the victim.

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Hyderabad Train Fire: No Injuries

Fire in Empty Train Coach near Mettuguda, Hyderabad

Hyderabad Train Fire: A fire broke out in an unused train coach parked near the railway bridge in Mettuguda, Hyderabad on Thursday. Thankfully, there were no reports of injuries or casualties.

Alert locals informed the authorities, and firefighters along with railway officials swiftly arrived at the scene to extinguish the flames. The thick smoke emanating from the burning coach caused some concern among nearby residents.

Both police and railway officials confirmed that the incident resulted in no harm to any person. The cause of the fire remains unknown.

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Drunk Man Stabbed to Death Near Hyderabad Wine Shop

Drunk Man Stabbed to Death Near Wine Shop in Hyderabad

A 31-year-old man, Mohammad Sheikh Aleem, was killed near a wine shop in Hyderabad’s Asif Nagar area on Wednesday night.

Police say Aleem was drinking near the shop when several unidentified people attacked and stabbed him. Inspector Venkateshwarlu from Asif Nagar police station reported that three suspects have been identified.

Aleem’s body has been sent for a postmortem, and the investigation is ongoing. More details are expected soon.

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