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First Body Recovered from SLBC Tunnel Accident in Telangana

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1 year ago

March 10, 2025

In a significant development, the body of one of the eight workers trapped in the tunnel boring machine (TBM) at the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) site in Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, has been recovered 16 days after a roof collapse left the area waterlogged and filled with sludge. The Kerala police’s cadaver dogs were called in again today, leading to the discovery of the remains.

The body has been sent for a postmortem examination at Nagarkurnool Hospital. According to officials, it is believed that the remains belong to Gurpreet Singh, identified by a bracelet on his wrist, though a DNA test will be conducted to confirm his identity. An ambulance is on standby near the tunnel for the transport of the remains. Families of the trapped workers are anxiously gathered in Achampet, a nearby town in Nagarkurnool.

Searches have indicated that three additional workers could still be buried in the vicinity, as suggested by both the cadaver dogs and images obtained from ground-penetrating radar. However, the retrieval of these remains is fraught with challenges, including advanced decomposition and the instability of the last 50 meters of the tunnel due to water seepage. Experts from the Geological Survey of India have cautioned the rescue team regarding the potential hazards in the tunnel. The presence of metal debris, sludge, and insufficient oxygen complicates the rescue efforts.

Rat miners and Singareni Colliery workers are actively involved in the effort to recover the bodies trapped beneath the sludge and metal debris of the TBM. The accident, which occurred on February 22, trapped two engineers and six workers within the 14-kilometer-long tunnel.

This morning, two Belgian Malinois cadaver sniffing dogs, Maya and Murphy, along with 157 rescue team members and technical experts, entered the tunnel. The dogs were airlifted from Kerala on March 7, following failed previous attempts to locate the trapped workers, as they excel at detecting decayed remains buried deep underground.

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Man Allegedly Kills Wife, Children, Teen Girl and Her Family

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1 week ago

July 11, 2026

Namma Kudla

Hyderabad: A 35-year-old man, identified as Rajkumar, allegedly killed his wife, two young sons, a 17-year-old girl who had accused him of sexual harassment, and the girl’s mother and grandmother in Telangana’s Ranga Reddy district.

Police said Rajkumar first killed his wife, Parvathi Saritha (30), and their two sons at their home in Shabad on Friday night. He then allegedly kidnapped the teenage girl, murdered her, and later killed her mother and grandmother.

The accused had been arrested in May under the POCSO Act for allegedly stalking and sexually harassing the girl. He was granted anticipatory bail about a week before the murders.

After the crime, Rajkumar reportedly called his father and confessed before switching off his phone. He is currently absconding, and police have launched a manhunt. The investigation is underway.

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Wedding celebration Dispute for Served Chicken promising Mutton

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1 week ago

July 11, 2026

Namma Kudla

Bihar: A wedding celebration in Bihar turned violent after a dispute over the food served at the reception. Around 12 people were injured in the clash.

The incident took place in Simri Bakhtiyarpur town of Saharsa district on Thursday.

According to officials, the nikah of Mohammad Abdullah alias Chand, son of Mohammad Anwar, was held with the daughter of Mohammad Javed alias Moto at around 3 pm. The wedding ceremony was completed peacefully.

The trouble began during the wedding feast. Members of the groom’s family claimed they had been promised mutton for the meal. However, they were served chicken instead.

The groom’s side objected to the change in the menu. This led to a heated argument between the two families. The argument soon turned into a physical fight.

Several people from both sides were involved in the clash. Some guests were allegedly beaten with sticks. Videos shared on social media also showed people waving swords during the violence.

Around 12 people suffered injuries in the incident. They were admitted to the Sub-Divisional Hospital in Simri Bakhtiyarpur for treatment.

Police reached the venue and brought the situation under control. A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway.

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Daughter Held for Mother’s Murder; Father’s Death Also Under Scanner?

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1 week ago

July 11, 2026

Namma Kudla

Jaipur: A 23-year-old woman, Ayushi Sharma, who was arrested for allegedly plotting her mother’s murder to obtain a government job, is now facing fresh allegations linked to her father’s death.

Ayushi’s uncle has claimed that the death of her father, Vijay Sharma, may not have been natural. He has demanded a police investigation into the case. Police have started looking into the allegation.

According to the police, Ayushi planned the murder of her mother, Neeraj Sharma, with the help of her uncle Mohan Swaroop and her relative Balram alias Ravi. The motive was to gain control of family property and secure her mother’s government job.

Police said the accused paid Rs.7 lakh to contract killers to carry out the murder. The attackers allegedly rammed an SUV into Neeraj Sharma and tried to make it look like a road accident.

Neeraj Sharma, 45, was working as a Lower Division Clerk (LDC) in a court. On July 3, she was returning home after dropping her son at tuition when a speeding Scorpio SUV allegedly hit her near Pratap Nagar. She was thrown nearly 100 feet and died on the spot. The accused fled after the incident.

During the investigation, police examined CCTV footage from the area. They found that the incident was not an accident but a planned murder. The investigation later exposed the conspiracy.

Police have arrested seven people, including Ayushi Sharma, in connection with the case. One accused is still absconding, and efforts are underway to arrest him.

Police said Neeraj Sharma had received the government job on compassionate grounds after the death of her husband about a year ago. Investigators believe Ayushi wanted the job for herself. Police also said there had been a property dispute between the mother and daughter for the past two to three years.

During questioning, Ayushi allegedly told police that she wanted her late father’s government job. However, after his death, the job was given to her mother. She reportedly admitted that this disappointment, along with the property dispute, became the reason for planning the murder.