National

Kerala Court Sentences Eight CPM Members to Life Imprisonment for 2005 Murder of BJP Worker

Published

1 year ago

March 24, 2025

On Monday, the Thalassery District Sessions Court in Kerala’s Kannur sentenced eight members of the CPI-M to life imprisonment for the 2005 murder of BJP worker Elambilayi Sooraj from Muzhappilangad. Among those sentenced is PM Manoraj, the brother of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s press secretary. Additionally, another CPI-M member received a sentence of three years of rigorous imprisonment in connection with the case.

The individuals sentenced to life imprisonment include TK Rajeesh, who is already serving a life sentence for the 2012 murder of rebel CPI-M leader TP Chandrasekharan, and others: PM Manoraj, NV Yogesh, K Shamjith, Neyyoth Sajeevan, Prabhakaran, KV Padmanabhan, and Manombeth Radhakrishnan. The court’s ruling, delivered by Sessions Court Judge KT Nisar Ahammed, also imposed a three-year prison sentence on the 11th accused, Pradeepan.

Among the life-sentenced individuals, Prabhakaran had previously served as a local secretary of the CPI-M and was the former president of the Edakkad panchayat, while KV Padmanabhan and Manombeth Radhakrishnan were members of the CPI-M local committee.

Earlier on Friday, the court had found nine members of the CPI-M guilty of Sooraj’s murder that took place in 2005. A tenth accused was acquitted due to insufficient evidence, and two other defendants, P.K. Shamsudheen and TP Raveendran, passed away during the trial.

The murder occurred on the morning of August 7, 2005, in Muzhappilangad, a region dominated by the CPI-M. Sooraj, 32, was brutally assaulted due to political rivalry after he switched his support from the CPI-M to the BJP. Before launching their attack with knives and swords, the assailants detonated a country bomb to create chaos and disperse any bystanders. After ensuring his death, they fled the scene.

Previously, in February 2005, CPI-M workers had assaulted Sooraj, leaving him incapacitated with a leg injury. After recovering, Sooraj became the target once again, culminating in his tragic murder.

The charge sheet reveals that on August 5, 2005, five of the accused plotted to kill Sooraj. The document states that on August 7, six of them arrived in an autorickshaw, assembled unlawfully, and attacked Sooraj with lethal weapons. It details that Sooraj attempted to flee but collapsed on the ground, where NV Yogesh struck him with a sword and Rajeesh hit him with an axe.

Although the trial commenced in 2010, it faced delays until a significant development occurred in 2012. This breakthrough came when TK Rajeesh, who was implicated in the murder of RMP leader TP Chandrasekharan, was arrested. During interrogation, he confessed to involvement in several political murders, including that of Sooraj. Following this admission, the Kerala High Court instructed the police to reopen the case, ultimately leading to the convictions.

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National

Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

Published

3 days 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.

National

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

Published

4 days 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.

National

Woman Delivers Baby Girl on Train in Andhra Pradesh

Published

4 days 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.