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Odisha: Toddler’s Organ Transplant Saves Two Lives

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1 year ago

March 3, 2025

In a profoundly moving act of courage, the parents of 16-month-old Janmesh Lenka transformed their heartbreaking loss into a symbol of hope for others through organ donation facilitated by AIIMS, Bhubaneswar. Their decision to donate the organs of their brain-dead child has brought new life to others in need.

Dr. Ashutosh Biswas, Executive Director of AIIMS Bhubaneswar, noted that Janmesh’s organs were successfully utilized to save two lives, thanks to the swift and coordinated efforts of a multidisciplinary team of surgeons and transplant coordinators.

Janmesh was admitted to the Pediatric Department of AIIMS Bhubaneswar on February 12 after a tragic incident involving foreign body aspiration and choking. Despite immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the unwavering dedication of the intensive care team over the next two weeks, he was declared brain dead on March 1.

In the face of their grief, the medical team at AIIMS Bhubaneswar approached the parents about the possibility of organ donation, emphasizing the opportunity to save lives. With remarkable strength and compassion, they agreed, allowing their child’s organs to be used for life-saving transplants.

Following the consent, a dedicated team of surgeons and transplant coordinators worked quickly to facilitate the retrieval and transplantation process. The liver was successfully extracted by the gastro-surgery team and transported to the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS) in New Delhi, where it was transplanted into a child suffering from end-stage liver failure.

Additionally, both kidneys were retrieved and transplanted en bloc into a single adolescent patient at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. This complex procedure, conducted within the Urology Department, marks only the second instance of en bloc kidney transplantation in the state, highlighting the expertise required to transplant both kidneys from a pediatric donor into one recipient.

The remarkable story of Janmesh and his parents’ choice serves as a powerful reminder of the significance of organ donation, particularly in pediatric cases. Their altruistic act has not only saved lives but also set a precedent for raising awareness about pediatric organ donation in India.

AIIMS authorities emphasized the need for public awareness, timely consent, and medical collaboration to ensure that organs from brain-dead individuals can be repurposed to give new life to those in urgent need.

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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.