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“Save Me” Text to Boyfriend Leads to Probe, Reveals Honour Killing in Gujarat

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9 months ago

August 14, 2025

Ahmedabad: A late-night Instagram message — just two words, “Save me” — turned into a tragic prelude to a murder in Banaskantha, Gujarat. Hours after sending the message to her boyfriend, 18-year-old Chandrika Chaudhary was found dead at her home.

Initially believed to be a natural death, the case took a darker turn when police investigations revealed it was, in fact, an honour killing. Officers allege Chandrika’s father, Sedhabhai Patel, and her uncle, Shivabhai Patel, were behind the crime. The uncle is in custody, while her father remains at large, confirmed Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Suman Nala.

Chandrika had been in a relationship with Harish Chaudhary, a match her family disapproved of. They had arranged for her to marry someone else, but she was unwilling. On the night of June 24, fearing for her life, she sent Harish a desperate plea:

“Come and take me away. My family will force me to marry. If I refuse, they will kill me. Save me.”

A few hours later, her lifeless body was discovered. At first, her death was treated as a suicide. However, Harish, unconvinced by the circumstances, lodged a complaint, insisting she had been murdered.

ASP Nala revealed that Chandrika had briefly run away with Harish days earlier, but police traced them, and she was sent back after her family filed a missing person’s report. Harish later filed a habeas corpus petition, but before the court date arrived, news broke of her death.

The family presented a death certificate claiming natural causes, but Harish pressed for an inquiry. Police soon noted troubling inconsistencies: the family had not called a doctor, the cremation was rushed, and even Chandrika’s brother in Palanpur was not informed in time.

Investigators say her father and uncle had resolved to kill her that night if she continued to defy them. They allegedly executed a three-step plan: sedating her until she fell asleep, strangling her, and then staging the scene to resemble a suicide. Witnesses who saw the body overnight thought she had hanged herself, but by morning, the family changed the story to “natural death.”

Forensic evidence, phone records, and contradictory statements confirmed it was a premeditated killing. A murder case has been registered at Tharad police station, with two arrests made so far. The search for Chandrika’s father is ongoing.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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24 hours ago

May 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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3 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

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National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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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.