Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:02am on 19 Jan 2025,Sunday India
Mumbai Police arrested Mohammad Alian, the attacker who stabbed actor Saif Ali Khan at his Bandra residence on January 16. The accused, reportedly a Bangladeshi national with multiple aliases, was caught in Thane's Labour Camp area. Alian confessed to stabbing Khan during a burglary attempt. The 54-year-old actor sustained injuries to his neck and spine but is recovering well at Lilavati Hospital. Police are verifying Alian's nationality and his use of a fake Indian identity. Kareena Kapoor Khan stated the intruder became aggressive but did not steal valuables. Khan is expected to be discharged within 2-3 days after surgery.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:48pm on 18 Jan 2025,Saturday India
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has ordered an inter-ministerial team to investigate the deaths of 15 people due to a "mysterious illness" in Badhal village, Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir. The fatalities, occurring over 45 days among three inter-related families, involved symptoms of fever, nausea, and unconsciousness. The team, including experts from health, agriculture, and forensic sciences, will visit on January 19 to assess the situation and provide immediate relief. Authorities report no bacterial or viral communicable disease but remain cautious. The affected homes have been sealed, and efforts are underway to prevent further incidents. A young girl remains critical.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:57pm on 18 Jan 2025,Saturday India
A suspect in the stabbing of actor Saif Ali Khan has been detained in Durg, Chhattisgarh. The 31-year-old suspect, Aakash Kailash Kannojia, was intercepted on the Gyaneshwari Express by the Railway Protection Force. Mumbai Police confirmed his identity through video call and will interrogate him. Saif Ali Khan, 54, was attacked at his Bandra home during a burglary attempt, suffering stab wounds to his neck and spine. The actor underwent emergency surgery and is now recovering well. Over 30 police teams are investigating the incident, reviewing CCTV footage to track the main assailant.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:35pm on 18 Jan 2025,Saturday India
A Kolkata court found Sanjay Roy guilty of the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College. The incident occurred on August 9, 2024, sparking nationwide protests. The CBI, leading the investigation, demanded the maximum penalty. The court will announce Roy’s sentence on January 20, with possibilities ranging from life imprisonment to the death penalty. The victim's family welcomed the verdict but called for action against others involved. Political leaders criticized the state’s law and order, citing evidence tampering during the initial investigation. Roy claimed innocence, alleging he was framed.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:15pm on 18 Jan 2025,Saturday India
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was stabbed six times during a burglary attempt at his Bandra home. The intruder demanded ₹1 crore but fled after attacking Khan, who was protecting his family. Khan was rushed to Lilavati Hospital, where doctors performed surgery. He is now stable and recovering. The police detained a suspect in Madhya Pradesh who matches CCTV footage from Khan's building. Officials are still confirming his identity. The suspect also visited a shop in Dadar to buy earphones after the attack. Police collected CCTV footage from the shop for investigation.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:53am on 18 Jan 2025,Saturday India
Sanjay Roy, a civic volunteer with the Kolkata Police, was found guilty in the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College & Hospital in Kolkata on August 9, 2024. The verdict was delivered on January 18, 2025, with sentencing set for January 20. Roy, arrested shortly after the crime, denied the charges, claiming he was framed. The crime sparked nationwide protests. Judge Anirban Das indicated that Roy could face the death penalty or life imprisonment. CPI-M leader Brinda Karat criticized the corruption linked to the incident.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:12am on 18 Jan 2025,Saturday India
Kareena Kapoor Khan detailed the attack on her husband, actor Saif Ali Khan, during the early hours of Thursday at their Bandra residence. She told the police, "The attacker was aggressive. I saw him attack Saif repeatedly... Our priority was to take Saif to the hospital." Khan was trying to protect their children, Taimur and Jehangir (Jeh). The assailant fled without taking any valuables. Khan suffered serious injuries, including damage to his spine, and underwent surgery. "After the attack, I was terrified, so Karisma took me to her house," Kareena added. Police are investigating the case, but no arrests have been made yet.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:07am on 18 Jan 2025,Saturday India
A Kolkata court has pronounced Sanjay Roy, a civic volunteer, guilty in the RG Kar rape-murder case involving a 31-year-old trainee doctor. The victim was found dead in the seminar hall of RG Kar Medical College on August 9, 2024. Roy, identified through CCTV footage and a Bluetooth device left at the scene, was arrested on August 10. Nationwide protests erupted, demanding justice and better security for hospital staff. The in-camera trial, involving 50 witnesses, concluded on January 9, 2025. The judgment by Additional District and Sessions Judge Anirban Das marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of justice.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:58am on 18 Jan 2025,Saturday India
The Mahakumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj witnessed 1.98M pilgrims by 10 AM on its sixth day, with over 73M attending so far. Devotees flocked to the Triveni Sangam for Kalpavas and sacred dips. Mahamandaleshwar Narayanand Giri Maharaj, adorned with 6.8 kg of jewelry, said his gems, including ruby and sapphire, enhance spiritual energy. Laurene Powell, Steve Jobs’ widow, embraced Sanatan Dharma under Swami Kailashanand Giri. The event united people of diverse backgrounds, blending spirituality with devotion. Foreign devotees joined bhajan sessions, amplifying the sacred ambiance of this historic gathering.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:48am on 18 Jan 2025,Saturday India
A new CCTV image reveals the attacker of Saif Ali Khan in a yellow t-shirt, different from previous visuals. Police suspect the individual boarded a train from Bandra to evade capture. The 54-year-old actor was stabbed six times at his Bandra home while intervening in an intruder’s attack. Saif is now stable and recovering after spinal surgery at Lilavati Hospital. Two house helps also sustained injuries. Mumbai Police has formed 35 teams to track the suspect, identified as a 35-40-year-old man. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis assured that significant leads will result in an arrest soon.