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NIT-Silchar Professor Suspended Following Sexual Harassment Allegations Facing Backlash

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1 year ago

March 21, 2025

D. Koteswara Raju, an assistant professor at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Silchar, has been suspended following serious allegations of sexual harassment against a female student on campus. This incident has incited significant outrage among the student body, leading to widespread protests demanding decisive action against the accused professor.

According to a handwritten note from the victim, Raju allegedly assaulted her in his office under the guise of discussing her unsatisfactory grades. The survivor recounted that he inappropriately touched her thighs, belly, neck, and lips, forcibly holding her while making lewd comments about her body. He also suggested that her grades could be “managed” if she acquiesced to his demands. Fortunately, she managed to escape when a friend called her, and the alarming incident was subsequently shared on social media.

The revelation of this incident quickly spread, prompting the Assam Police to acknowledge and assure that action would be taken. However, despite the gravity of the accusations, no formal police complaint has been filed to date. The campus of NIT Silchar has witnessed uproar as students demand Raju’s dismissal and legal repercussions against him, with many asserting that this is not an isolated case. Allegations have emerged that Raju was involved in a similar instance of sexual harassment back in 2021, which was dismissed due to insufficient evidence and the complainant’s absence during proceedings.

In response to mounting pressure, the NIT administration suspended Raju and has initiated an investigation via the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act. Superintendent of Police Numal Mahatta confirmed that they are working closely with the institution to gather evidence and assess the situation, though the lack of a formal complaint poses a significant obstacle for law enforcement.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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4 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.

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

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5 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.

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Woman Delivers Baby Girl on Train in Andhra Pradesh

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5 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.