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UP ATS Chargesheets Jalaluddin, Son Mehboob In ₹500 Crore Conversion Racket Aimed To ‘Islamize India By 2047’

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The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (UP ATS) has filed a chargesheet against two main accused Jalaluddin, also known as Chhangur Baba, and his son Mehboob in connection with an alleged illegal religious conversion racket operating out of Balrampur district.

According to official sources, the father-son duo is accused of financing a network aimed at converting over 1,000 Hindu women, many of them poor or vulnerable, by using Muslim men to lure them into religious conversion over the past three years.

The ATS investigation claims that Chhangur Baba received approximately ₹500 crore from foreign sources reportedly from various Muslim-majority countries to fund the operation. The funds were allegedly used to carry out a well-coordinated campaign that targeted widowed and economically disadvantaged women through financial inducements, coercion, and manipulation.

The chargesheet, supported by testimony from 29 witnesses including 10 victims outlines a long-term strategy aimed at widespread conversions, with the alleged end goal of transforming India into an Islamic state by 2047.

One of the women involved in the case has accused Mehboob and his associate, Naveen Rohra, of sexual abuse and harassment under the guise of conversion. Several victims stated they were either threatened or offered money and resources in exchange for embracing Islam.

Testimonies detailed methods ranging from psychological manipulation to direct intimidation. In one case, a woman said she was called to a shop under the pretense of receiving a saree but was instead taken to a private room, where she was allegedly assaulted and pressured to convert.

Another key figure identified in the chargesheet is Naveen Rohra, a former Dubai-based businessman who is said to have returned to India solely to assist in the operation. Investigators claim Rohra received about ₹16.50 crore in foreign funding, with ₹1.3 crore of that reportedly transferred to Chhangur and Mehboob. These funds were then allegedly used to purchase land in Balrampur, Bahraich, and nearby districts, where plans were in place to establish Islamic Dawa Centres and madrasas.

The ATS has portrayed the group as part of an organized and financially backed network, with international funding and a systematic approach to religious conversion through inducement and pressure. The victims’ accounts, especially those involving coercion and exploitation, form the core of the prosecution’s evidence.

Officials believe the case reveals a broader strategy that extends beyond isolated incidents, suggesting a more extensive underground operation. The investigation also traced substantial financial transactions and property acquisitions tied to the accused.

The case is now set to proceed in court, with authorities relying on a combination of witness testimonies, financial documentation, and evidence of real estate purchases to build their case.

(With inputs from India Today)

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Inebriated Govt School HM Once Again Caught Sexually Harassing A Class 5 Girl, TN BJP Slams DMK Govt For Not Ensuring Children Safety

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Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagendran has strongly criticized the DMK-led government, accusing it of endangering the safety of school children and fostering an environment where repeated offenders go unchecked.

Posting on his official X account, Nagendran condemned the government’s handling of a disturbing incident at a government primary school in Melsanankuppam, Tirupattur. He highlighted that the headmaster, Bharath Ambedkar, was allegedly under the influence of alcohol when he sexually harassed a fifth-grade girl. He further pointed out that this was not the first time the accused has been involved in such misconduct and that Ambedkar had previously been transferred from four different schools over similar allegations, yet returned to a position of responsibility and indulged in such an act within just 15 days.

Nagendran questioned how the headmaster could repeatedly engage in such behavior and suggested that the DMK’s governance model has contributed to a decline in accountability within the education system. He implied that the government’s focus on image-building rather than student welfare has allowed such individuals to act with impunity.

He also criticized the state education department’s response, describing it as superficial.

“Is it the golden age of the School Education Department to arrest teachers as a mere formality when such crimes come to light, announce that, ‘the educational certificates of teachers involved in sexual offenses will be canceled,’ and then, once the news fades, transfer the offending teacher to another educational institution, thereby sacrificing the safety of students?” he asked, referring to actions like suspending and transferring accused teachers without ensuring justice or student safety.

In a pointed remark directed at Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, Nagendran urged him to prioritize the safety of government school students, for all the ‘Appa’ branding he’s done for himself.

The comments follow the arrest of 56-year-old headmaster Bharath Ambedkar, who was suspended after reportedly arriving at school intoxicated and molesting a fifth-standard student. Local villagers who witnessed the act recorded video evidence and reported it to the district education authorities. Ambedkar had only recently returned to duty after a previous suspension over similar charges was revoked.

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Nepal Gen-Z Protest Turns Deadly: PM Oli Orders Probe, Denies Social Media Ban

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Nepal Gen-Z Protest Turns Deadly: PM Oli Orders Probe, Denies Social Media Ban

Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of at least 19 people after a Gen-Z led protest against corruption and the ongoing ban on social media platforms spiraled into violence across Kathmandu and other cities. The demonstrations, organized by the country’s Gen-Z generation, took a deadly turn after alleged infiltration by unidentified groups, triggering widespread vandalism, arson, and clashes with security forces.

PM Oli announced the formation of a high-level probe committee to investigate the incident and the sequence of events that led to the bloodshed. “I am extremely saddened that citizens lost their lives during today’s protest. I extend my deepest condolences to the families and relatives who lost their loved ones in this unimaginable incident,” PM Oli said.

The Prime Minister clarified that the government had no intention of shutting down social media platforms. “The government had not, and does not, adopt any policy to shut down social media,” he said. He explained that the recent deactivation of certain platforms was carried out in compliance with a Supreme Court directive requiring social media platforms to register in Nepal.

The Prime Minister claimed the protest was infiltrated by “various vested interests,” which led to the violence. “Even the organizers had declared the protest a success and had urged people to return home. But infiltrators carried out acts of vandalism and arson,” he noted.

Following the violence, a late-night cabinet meeting decided to form an investigative committee, according to a senior cabinet minister. “A decision has been taken to form the committee to investigate the incident… The committee will get a mandate to submit a report within 15 days,” the minister said.

While many expected the cabinet to lift the ongoing social media ban, no such decision was taken due to strong opposition from PM Oli. Ironically, social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and X, began functioning late at night, without any official announcement from the government.

Earlier in the day, top leaders of the ruling Nepali Congress had urged the government to lift the ban, citing growing public unrest. The government has promised compensation for the families of the deceased and free treatment for the injured, while vowing to ensure accountability through the upcoming investigation.

-IANS

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New Vice President To Be Chosen Today As Parliament Votes

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The election for the post of Vice President of India is being held on Tuesday, September 9, with voting set to take place from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the New Parliament Building in New Delhi.

The contest is between NDA nominee and Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan and INDIA bloc candidate and former Supreme Court judge B. Sudershan Reddy. This election holds significant political weight, as the Vice President of India also serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, making the role crucial in the functioning of Parliament.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to cast the first vote this morning. Union Ministers Kiren Rijiju and Ram Mohan Naidu, along with Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde, have been appointed as official election agents for the process.

The counting of votes will begin at 6:00 p.m., with the results expected to be announced later in the evening. The electoral college for the Vice Presidential election comprises 781 members, including 542 elected members of the Lok Sabha and 239 members of the Rajya Sabha (233 elected and 12 nominated, with six vacancies across both Houses).

All votes carry equal value, and voting is conducted through a secret ballot, as per established parliamentary procedure. The majority mark needed to win is 391 votes. The Vice President’s post fell vacant after Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned on July 21, citing health concerns, on the first day of the monsoon session of Parliament.

His unexpected resignation created a leadership gap in the Upper House, making today’s election especially significant. Political observers expect a keenly watched contest, though the NDA is seen as having a numerical advantage in the combined strength of the two Houses. However, all eyes remain on potential cross-voting and the final outcome this evening.

-IANS

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Record 35 Indian Debutants Gear Up For Home Para Athletics World Championships

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Record 35 Indian Debutants Gear Up For Home Para Athletics World Championships

Marking a new milestone for Indian para-sports, 35 athletes will make their World Championships debut at the New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships, held from September 27 to October 5 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here.

Mahendra Gurjar, who scripted history by setting a new world record in the men’s F42 javelin category with a throw of 61.17 meters at the Nottwil World Para-Athletics Grand Prix in Switzerland, is currently training in Patiala and focused on continuing his great form and making an impact in his debut World Athletics Championships.

Among the talented first-time participants are Atul Kaushik (Discus F57), Praveen (Shot Put F46), Haney (Discus F37), Mit Bharatbhai Patel (Long Jump T44), Manjeet (Javelin F13), Vishu (Long Jump T12), Pushpendra Singh (Javelin F44), Ajay Singh (Long Jump T47), Shubham Juyal (Shot Put F57), Birbhadra Singh (Discus F57), Dayawanti (Women’s 400m T20), Amisha Rawat (Women’s Shot Put F46), Anandhi Kulanthaisamy (Club Throw F32), and Suchitra Parida (Women’s Javelin F56).

Devendra Jhajharia, President, Paralympic Committee of India, said: “Never before have so many Indian athletes made their World Championships debut in a single edition. Each debutant has overcome tremendous odds to reach this stage, embodying the hopes of a new generation. We believe these athletes will inspire countless others across the country to take up sport and dream big.”

Mahendra Gurjar, India’s debutant in the Javelin F44, added: “This championship isn’t just about medals—it’s about showing the world the spirit and ability of Indian para athletes. I hope our performances encourage more youngsters, especially girls, to chase their sporting dreams.”

Mit Bharatbhai Patel, set to compete in the men’s long jump T44, shared: “To compete at this level, in front of a home crowd, is something I’ve dreamed about since I first started training. I’m grateful for the opportunity and determined to make India proud.”

The New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships is set to be India’s biggest-ever para sporting event, with over 2200 athletes and support staff from more than 104 countries competing in 186 medal events. This is the first time that India will be hosting an event of this magnitude.

-IANS

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Trump Advisor Peter Navarro Continues Rant, Accuses India Of ‘Blood Money’ Oil Trade

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US President Donald Trump’s Trade Advisor Peter Navarro on Monday launched a sharp attack on Elon Musk’s social media platform X and criticised India for buying Russian oil, calling it “blood money”.

In a post, Navarro used an expletive and claimed that India did not purchase Russian oil in large quantities before the Ukraine war. “Fact: India didn’t buy Russian oil in large quantities before Russia invaded Ukraine. It’s blood money and people are dying,” he wrote.

This comes after a heated exchange between Navarro and Musk on X.

Navarro had earlier accused India of buying Russian oil “purely to profit” and criticised the Indian government’s stance, saying: “Stop killing Ukrainians. Stop taking American jobs.” He also slammed Musk for allowing what he called “crap notes” on X after his comments were flagged by Community Notes as misleading.

Responding to the attack, Musk had said: “On this platform, the people decide the narrative… You hear all sides of an argument. Community Notes corrects everyone, no exceptions. Notes data & code is public source. Grok provides further fact-checking.”

India’s Ministry of External Affairs also dismissed Navarro’s allegations, calling them “inaccurate and misleading statements”. Navarro had earlier criticised India’s foreign policy, questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s engagements with Russian and Chinese leaders at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin.

He had said that “India needs to be with us, not Russia.” Meanwhile, Trump has repeatedly praised the India-US partnership, describing it as a “very special relationship”. While he had earlier remarked about “losing” India to China, he later clarified, “I’ll always be friends” with Prime Minister Modi. PM Modi too reciprocated the sentiment, saying he appreciates and fully reciprocates President Trump’s words.

-IANS

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20 Senior Advocates Slam Opposition VP Candidate Justice Sudershan Reddy’s Meeting With Fodder Scam Convict Lalu Prasad Yadav

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At least 20 senior advocates, from the High Court and the Supreme Court, on Monday expressed their dismay over a ‘dubious’ meeting between Opposition Vice Presidential candidate B. Sudershan Reddy and RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, convicted in the fodder scam involving the embezzlement of public funds.

Issuing a joint statement, they said that such an engagement by a person, aspiring to hold one of the nation’s highest constitutional offices, with a convicted person raises serious questions on the propriety and constitutional morality in public life.

“It is dismaying to note that Mr. B. Sudarshan Reddy recently had a private meeting with Mr. Lalu Prasad Yadav. Mr. Yadav stands infamously convicted in the fodder scam case, which involved the embezzlement of about INR 940 crores of public funds from the State of Bihar,” they said in a statement. They further said that given Reddy’s stature and ambition, which is to occupy one of the highest constitutional offices, an engagement of such dubious nature raises serious questions about his judgment and propriety.

They termed the meeting as a ‘worrying development’, stressing that despite the distinguished judicial background, Reddy chose to independently associate with an individual whose criminal actions have been confirmed by the courts.

The statement further said, “What is equally telling is the silence of certain factions, who are usually up in arms at far lesser allegations. This incident only re-confirms the partisan nature of those who position themselves as self-proclaimed custodians of constitutional morality. It reveals their willingness to overlook serious lapses for self-serving interest and political convenience.”

The Senior Advocates emphasised that Reddy’s association with a convicted individual reflects a grave error in judgment and undermines the dignity of constitutional institutions. They also called upon the public to evaluate this lapse. “This lapse, by an individual seeking to occupy an influential and prestigious constitutional post, represents a fundamental error in judgment, one that the public is bound to evaluate fully,” the statement said.

Days ago, Justice Reddy saw a battery of former judges coming out in his support as he found himself at the receiving end over his old judgment on ‘Salwa Judum’ and also accusations that this ruling weakened the fight against Naxalism. “While the campaign for the office of Vice-President may be ideological, it can be conducted civilly and with dignity. Criticising the so-called ideology of either candidate should be eschewed,” read the letter by former judges.

-IANS

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NIA Raids 22 Locations Across India Including TN In Major Terror Conspiracy Probe

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Funding Of Pan-India LWE Outfits: NIA Conducting Raids In Seven Places In Bengal terror conspiracy

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday carried out raids at 22 locations across five states and one union territory as part of an ongoing investigation into a major terror conspiracy case.

According to official sources, the coordinated operation began early this morning and covered Bihar (8 locations), Karnataka (1), Maharashtra (1), Tamil Nadu (1), Uttar Pradesh (2), and Jammu and Kashmir (9 locations). The raids were conducted with the active support of state police forces and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, ensuring smooth execution on the ground.

The case under investigation pertains to a terror conspiracy, the recruitment of youth, the raising of funds, and the establishment of sleeper cells for carrying out unlawful activities across different parts of the country. During the searches, officials examined several residential premises and business establishments suspected of being linked to individuals associated with radical groups.

As per official sources, investigators are believed to have seized electronic gadgets, digital records, incriminating documents, and communication devices, which will now undergo forensic and technical analysis. “The evidence collected is expected to play a crucial role in establishing connections between suspects and banned outfits operating both within India and across the border,” official sources said.

Official sources added that Jammu and Kashmir is the focal point of Monday’s raids, where nine different places are being searched. The residential premises raided on Monday belong to suspected persons believed to have links with networks operating outside India.

The NIA has intensified its efforts in recent months, conducting multiple raids across India to dismantle terror modules and disrupt their logistical support systems. “Today’s operation is seen as another strong step towards cracking down on those attempting to destabilise peace and security in the region,” the sources added.

Some high-profile terror cases, including those involving terror funding and killings of innocent civilians, are being investigated by the NIA. The investigation into the terror attack carried out by Pakistan-backed LeT terrorists on April 22 in Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam was also handed over to the NIA. Twenty-six civilians, including 25 tourists and a local Pony owner, were killed in the Pahalgam attack.

Three Pakistani terrorists, Suleman, Jibran and Hamza Afghani, were killed on July 28 in the foothills of Mahadev Peak in the higher reaches of Dachigam National Park in the Harwan area of Srinagar district. The Army called the operation against these three terrorists as ‘Operation Mahadev’. These three terrorists were identified as the terrorists who had carried out the Pahalgam terror attack.

The three Pahalgam terrorists who were killed during Operation Mahadev on July 28 were identified and tracked with the help of photographs recovered from a mobile phone seized by the security forces after an encounter in south Kashmir in 2024, officials confirmed after the operation.

-IANS

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Music Maestro Ilaiyaraaja Wins Interim Relief, Madras High Court Stops Use Of His Tracks In ‘Good Bad Ugly’

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The Madras High Court on Monday granted a temporary injunction restraining Mythri Movie Makers, the producers of Ajith Kumar’s recent release ‘Good Bad Ugly’, from exhibiting, screening, distributing, or broadcasting the film with three songs originally composed by music maestro Ilaiyaraaja.

Justice N Senthilkumar passed the ex parte order while hearing a copyright infringement suit filed by Ilaiyaraaja earlier this year. The composer had alleged that the film used his songs Otha Rubayum Tharen (Nattupura Pattu, 1996), Ilamai Idho Idho (Sakalakala Vallavan, 1982), and En Jodi Manja Kuruvi (Vikram, 1986) without his consent and without paying the royalties due to him.

In his legal notice, Ilaiyaraaja had sought the removal of the three tracks from the movie, compensation of Rs 5 crore, a public apology from the producers, and a detailed account of revenues earned from the film. The judge observed that the reply given by the production house to the composer’s legal notice was “bald” and unsatisfactory.

While the company claimed to have obtained permission to use the songs, it did not specify from whom such permission was obtained or provide details of the authorisation. In view of this, Justice Senthilkumar ruled that Ilaiyaraaja was entitled to a temporary injunction until further orders.

‘Good Bad Ugly’, directed by Adhik Ravichandran and featuring an ensemble cast including Ajith Kumar, Trisha, Sunil, Prabhu, Arjun Das, and Jackie Shroff, was released on April 10. The film opened to strong box-office numbers, reportedly grossing close to Rs 100 crore in its first week.

The court’s order now places the producers in a position where they may have to either secure proper rights, negotiate with the composer, or explore alternative options to comply with the injunction. For Ilaiyaraaja, who has been fiercely protective of his intellectual property in recent years, the development is being seen as another firm assertion of the rights of creators in the film industry.

The case will next come up for further hearing, where the court is expected to examine the producers’ submissions in detail and decide whether to make the injunction permanent or modify the relief granted.

-IANS

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India’s Jobless Rate Lowest Among G20, Says Labour & Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Citing WEF Report

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Minister for Labour & Employment Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday cited the World Economic Forum’s ‘The Future of Jobs Report 2025’ to highlight that India’s unemployment rate is 2 per cent, which is the lowest among G20 nations.

He said that employment generation has taken place across sectors in tandem with India’s rapid economic growth, and underlined the enabling government schemes that have contributed towards the same.

The minister was speaking at an event here, organised for the signing of an MoU between the Ministry of Labour & Employment and ‘Mentor Together’ and ‘Quikr’ for enhancing employment opportunities as well as youth employability on the National Career Service (NCS) Portal.

In his address, Mandaviya said, “The National Career Service (NCS) platform, with nearly 52 lakh registered employers, 5.79 crore job seekers and over 7.22 crore vacancies mobilised, is now evolving to offer not just job listings, but as a one-stop solution for all employment-related services. Currently, there are over 44 lakh active vacancies on the portal.”

“Over the past year, the Ministry has signed MoUs with ten key organisations, including Amazon and Swiggy. These partnerships have already mobilised nearly five lakh vacancies,” the minister added. Highlighting the Government’s renewed focus on youth, Mandaviya recalled that, at the very start of its third term, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had announced a package of five flagship schemes with a total budget of Rs 2 lakh crore to support employment, skilling, and opportunities for 4.1 crore youth.

A key highlight of this package is the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY), with an allocation of Rs 99,446 crore, aimed at incentivising the creation of over 3.5 crore jobs in two years, of which 1.92 crore will benefit first-time entrants to the workforce.

Welcoming the collaboration between the Ministry and the two organisations, Mandaviya said that these partnerships would make suitable employment opportunities as well as structured mentoring available to job-seekers, particularly in light of the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana coming into effect in August this year. These collaborations, in turn, will benefit not only the youth but the nation at large, he added.

The partnership with Mentor Together is expected to reach two lakh youth in its first year, including one lakh from NCS and one lakh Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana entrants, delivering personalised career mentoring with city- and district-level outreach, so that no jobseeker is left behind. It will also enable first-time job seekers, particularly those from underserved backgrounds, to access personalised guidance from over 24,000 trained professionals.

The MoU renewal with Quikr aims to further strengthen the employment ecosystem by integrating over 1,200 daily job listings across 1200 plus cities from Quikr Jobs into the NCS portal. This collaboration will expand real-time access to job opportunities for millions of seekers, especially from rural and underserved regions, the minister added.

-IANS

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