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Jharkhand’s High-Security Prison Easily Breached

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1 year ago

March 1, 2025

A shocking prison escape at Birsa Munda Central Jail in Hotwar, one of Jharkhand’s most secure facilities, has sent ripples of concern throughout the state, prompting urgent inquiries into security flaws and administrative oversight.

CCTV footage captured Samir Tirkey, a life-term inmate, making his way toward the main gate on Friday morning. Over 24 hours later, authorities are still in the dark regarding his current location.

This audacious escape has sparked a large-scale manhunt, with officials desperately trying to understand how such a high-security prison was breached so easily.

Birsa Munda Central Jail employs a three-tier security system, with over 400 staff on duty, watchtowers surveilling the area, and stringent entry and exit protocols. Yet, Tirkey’s escape raises alarming questions about the facility’s vigilance.

Reports indicate that Tirkey, who was tasked with maintaining the jail’s park and overseeing locks in Ward No. 12, concocted a clever ruse on Thursday night. Claiming he needed to wash his hands and feet, he made his way to a water outlet adjacent to the prison walls.

In a bold maneuver, he used an electric cable to scale the 22-foot boundary wall and slipped into the night.

By 5:30 AM on Friday, during the standard headcount, prison officials realized Tirkey was missing. A frantic internal search began, but to no avail. Acting Jailor Devnath Ram quickly filed an FIR at the Khelgaon police station, triggering an extensive manhunt.

Tirkey, also known as Shakir Tirkey, is from Brinda Bhandara Toli in Gumla district. Convicted for abduction and murder in 2013, he was sentenced to life in prison on January 31, 2022, along with a fine of ₹70,000. Originally housed at Gumla Jail, he was transferred to Hotwar Jail in 2018.

Despite Hotwar Jail’s advanced security measures, Tirkey’s escape highlights several serious breaches. How could he have scaled a 22-foot wall without being noticed? Why did the guards in the watchtower fail to respond? Given the extensive CCTV surveillance, why weren’t his movements detected in real time? These lingering questions have placed the prison administration under severe scrutiny.

Jharkhand’s Jail IG, Sudarshan Mandal, has confirmed that an investigation is underway. “Those accountable for security failures will face strict consequences,” he stated.

As search operations ramp up at bus stations, railway terminals, and potential hideouts in Gumla, police are under intense pressure to locate and apprehend Tirkey before he vanishes completely.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 week ago

April 9, 2026

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.

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Man Killed by Wife’s Lover in Andhra Pradesh, Son Raises Alarm

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1 week ago

April 8, 2026

Namma Kudla

Andhra Pradesh: A 45-year-old man was killed by his wife’s lover in Annamayya district of Andhra Pradesh. The incident happened on Monday night in a forest area near Chowdepalli.

The victim, Gandhi from Tamil Nadu, had come with his five-year-old son to search for his wife. Police said the wife was in a relationship with another man named Narasimhulu.

Narasimhulu allegedly took Gandhi and the child into the forest. He and his aides then attacked Gandhi with a stone and killed him in front of the boy.

The frightened child hid in nearby bushes. After the attackers left, he stayed beside his father’s body the whole night.

At sunrise, the boy walked to a nearby village and informed locals. The police were alerted and started an investigation.

Police have taken the accused and his two aides into custody. The child has been placed in a care centre.

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Woman Delivers Baby Girl on Train in Andhra Pradesh

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1 week ago

April 8, 2026

Namma Kudla

Andhra Pradesh : A pregnant woman gave birth to a baby girl on a moving train in Andhra Pradesh. The incident ended safely with the help of railway staff.

The woman was eight months pregnant. She boarded the train with her family, believing she still had one month left for delivery. She was travelling from Chennai to Dhanbad on Train No. 13352.

After the train crossed Annavaram station, she began to feel labour pain. Her family members became worried and immediately informed the ticket examiner.

Railway staff member G. Jyothi responded quickly and helped the woman. Understanding the emergency, the train was given a special halt at Elamanchili station. An ambulance was also arranged.

The woman delivered a healthy baby girl on the train. After the delivery, both the mother and the newborn were shifted to Elamanchili Government Hospital in a 108 ambulance.

Officials confirmed that both the mother and baby are safe and healthy. The train was halted at the station for about 40 minutes to manage the situation.

Railway staff ensured privacy by asking male passengers to leave the coach. Their timely action helped ensure a safe delivery.

This incident highlights the importance of quick response and human support during emergencies.