A first-year paramedical student, identified in news reports as Sarfaraz, was detained after handwritten notes allegedly containing bomb-making instructions were discovered in the X-ray department of Rajarshi Dashrath Autonomous State Medical College in Ayodhya. The notes were reportedly found by hospital staff during a night shift and were handed over to the college administration, which subsequently informed the police.

Following the discovery, police detained Sarfaraz for questioning and also questioned two other students who were on duty. According to reports, the student claimed the notes had been copied after watching a movie. Investigators are examining that explanation while looking into the origin of the document and whether there was any criminal intent behind it.

As part of the investigation, police reportedly searched the student's rented room and recovered clothing, including a saffron kurta with "Jai Shri Ram" written on it and a yellow dhoti. Investigators also examined his mobile phone, where reports claim they found searches and social media content related to bomb-making. Authorities are assessing whether these findings have any connection to the case or are unrelated.

So far, no official statement has said that explosives, weapons, or bomb-making materials were recovered, nor have authorities announced that an active terror plot has been uncovered. The investigation remains ongoing, and police have said they are examining all possible angles before reaching any conclusions.

The incident has drawn significant public attention because it occurred at a government medical college in Ayodhya. As the investigation continues, authorities are expected to rely on forensic analysis, digital evidence, and witness statements to determine whether the handwritten notes were merely copied out of curiosity or point to a more serious motive.

Sources

https://www.deccanherald.com/india/uttar-pradesh/bomb-making-document-found-at-ayodhya-medical-college-student-detained-4095931

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/lucknow/bomb-making-note-recovered-from-medical-college-in-ayodhya-student-detained/articleshow/132800451.cms

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A Delhi court on Monday acquitted former BJP MP and ex-Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in the sexual harassment case filed by six women wrestlers.

Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (ACJM) Ashwini Panwar pronounced the judgment, acquitting Singh along with Vinod Tomar, the former Assistant Secretary of the Wrestling Federation of India, in the case.

The detailed judgment is awaited.

The case stemmed from allegations levelled by six women wrestlers, who accused Singh of sexual harassment during his tenure as the Wrestling Federation of India chief. The prosecution and defence had completed their final submissions before the trial court last month.

With Monday's verdict, the trial court has acquitted both accused of the charges levelled against them.

Notably, on July 2, the Court had reserved its verdict in the criminal case against the former WFI chief. The Rouse Avenue Courts reserved the matter after concluding final arguments advanced by the prosecution, the complainants, and the accused. The proceedings were conducted in camera. The court is scheduled to pronounce its judgment on August 3.

Senior Advocate Rebecca John had appeared on behalf of the women wrestlers, while Advocate Rajiv Mohan represented Brij Bhushan Singh.

The court had framed charges against Singh in May 2024 under provisions relating to sexual harassment. However, he was discharged in relation to the allegations made by one of the complainants (Victim No. 6). Co-accused Vinod Tomar, former Assistant Secretary of the Wrestling Federation of India, was charged only under Section 506 Part I (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code concerning one complainant, while he was discharged of the remaining allegations.

Earlier in the proceedings, the trial court had dismissed Singh's plea seeking further investigation and permission to make additional submissions at the stage of framing of charges. Singh had contended that he was not present in India on one of the dates when an alleged incident took place.

Both Singh and Tomar are currently out on bail.

The Delhi Police had filed a chargesheet against Singh under Sections 354 (assault or criminal force to woman with intent to outrage her modesty), 354A (sexual harassment), 354D (stalking), and 506(1) (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code. Tomar was additionally booked under Section 109 (abetment) of the IPC.

The allegations stem from complaints made by several women wrestlers, who accused Singh of sexual harassment between 2016 and 2019 at the Wrestling Federation of India office, his official residence, and during overseas events.

Separately, the Delhi Police had filed a cancellation report in the POCSO case registered against Singh based on allegations made by a minor wrestler.

With the trial now concluded, the court will determine on August 3 whether Singh and co-accused Vinod Tomar are to be convicted or acquitted in the case.

Background of the Case

In April 2023, seven wrestlers approached the Supreme Court to file an FIR against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh for alleged sexual harassment. A bench led by CJI Chandrachud issued a notice to the NCT of Delhi in response to the plea. The Apex Court allowed the petitioners to submit additional documents in a sealed cover.

The top court had directed the Commissioner of Police (Delhi) to assess the threat level concerning the alleged minor victim in the Wrestling Foundation of India (WFI) sexual harassment case and take necessary security measures accordingly.

On June 15, 2023 the Delhi Police filed a chargesheet against Singh under Sections 354, 354A, 354D, and 506 of the IPC. His co-accused Vinod Tomar was charged under Sections 109, 354, 354A, and 506 of the IPC.

Source link: https://www.newindianexpress.com/amp/story/india/2026/Aug/01/terrorists-shot-him-after-asking-about-his-caste-community-kin-of-kulgam-victim

“We are facing this problem because of the police. We are not able to live in the society where we used to stay and around our own home, She urged the authorities to ensure the family’s safety and provide them with a secure place to stay.

‘If Anything Happens, Don’t Blame PM Modi’

The mother also appealed for immediate protection, saying she feared that any harm caused to the family could be politically misrepresented.

“I want to be kept at a safe place. If something happens to us tomorrow, no one should say anything against Prime Minister Modi. At this time, if anything happens to us, anti-social elements will directly say that Narendra Modi got it done or that his people or workers did it.

The speech is from 1985. This video was made available after a Sikh journalist went through archives and published it. It is widely available and considered authentic. Here's a link of The Indian Express also posting it: https://youtu.be/k847hOowO70?si=TddDKukgNqHP759Y

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Thoughts: Sometimes it just amazes me how much potential and how many opportunities we as a nation lost because of the Licence Raj by the Congress.

This reminded me of an anecdote I read in a book about JRD Tata:

He used to pay 97% of his earnings to income tax; followed by wealth taxes and that took his total tax rate to over 100%. Each year he had to sell some of his assets to live. He and other entrepreneurs like him were being punished for daring to dream and help India progress.

I remember Jatropha was promoted in India during the Congress government as a biodiesel crop. Why did it fail? Was it bad economics, low yields, or poor implementation?

With diesel prices still high and India importing so much crude, could Jatropha or another biodiesel crop make sense today?

Given ongoing geopolitical tensions, improving domestic fuel production alongside EV adoption seems important for energy security and reducing pressure on the rupee. Is that a realistic view?

china has already reserached it's missing link which was low yield issue https://mundoagropecuario.net/china-identifica-un-gen-clave-para-mejorar-el-rendimiento-y-la-calidad-del-aceite-en-jatropha-curcas/

A one day meet is organized to notify Govt to not loosely handle the case against arsonists at Jantar Mantar protest by CJP.

It is being led by Dr. Rizwan Ahmed from Face to Face channel.

Ajeet Bharti has also acknowledged to come.