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Quaid Najmi

4 January 2025 at 8:56:24 pm

Accused trio get 10-day remand

Mumbai: A Mumbai Court has given 10 days police custody to three arrested accused in the firing on Bollywood action star Tiger Shroff in a crowded public place as the investigators attempt to unravel the conspiracy, motives, involvement of other players and related aspects of the sensational case, on Wednesday. The accused trio Rehan alias Sukka, and Phool Singh both from Sonipat in Haryana and Rhitik Kurmi alias Roshan, originally from Begusarai in Bihar but currently residing in Mumbai,...

Accused trio get 10-day remand

Mumbai: A Mumbai Court has given 10 days police custody to three arrested accused in the firing on Bollywood action star Tiger Shroff in a crowded public place as the investigators attempt to unravel the conspiracy, motives, involvement of other players and related aspects of the sensational case, on Wednesday. The accused trio Rehan alias Sukka, and Phool Singh both from Sonipat in Haryana and Rhitik Kurmi alias Roshan, originally from Begusarai in Bihar but currently residing in Mumbai, were brought here from Kota in separate vehicles early today. They were produced before the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate at Esplanade Court where the police sought 14 days’ custody for the accused who are allegedly acting at the behest of the jailed mafia chief Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang. Pleading for the remand, the police lawyers argued that sustained custodial interrogation was necessary to recover the weapons used in the shooting – which the accused had thrown away while fleeing, retrieve two mobile phones which were reportedly destroyed by the accused, besides digging out the entire conspiracy, pinpoint the exact motives and identify other persons involved in the brazen attack. Opposing the plea, the accused’s lawyers Ajinkya Mirgal and Satyabrat Joshi argued that police custody was unnecessary, particularly for recovering the weapons. Mirgal and Joshi later told mediapersons that the accused had already been interrogated at a railway colony during their transit-remand period and were produced before the CMM Court just minutes before the transit remand expired this afternoon. After hearing both sides, the CMM remanded them to police custody for 10 days till October 31. It may be recalled that Shroff, 36, was targeted on the evening of October 18 near Pushpa Narsee Park in Juhu. Despite being a heavily crowded area, the assailants were seen firing at least 5-6 rounds at the actor’s car before fleeing on a motorcycle. A shaken Shroff escaped relatively unhurt, sustaining minor bruises, but his driver and a bystander suffered injuries. Following the incident, the Mumbai Police registered a case of attempted murder and offences under the Arms Act, and launched an interstate investigation involving Maharashtra, Haryana, Rajasthan, and later Gujarat and Delhi. The Mumbai Police formed 20 teams to hunt down the attackers, recovered the second-hand motorcycle outside Andheri station where it was abandoned and tracked their journey through different modes of transport from Mumbai to Surat and Kota. Acting on a tech-intel alert from Mumbai Police, the Kota Police lay in wait for them and apprehended them from the general coach of the Pune-Jaipur Superfast Express on Monday morning. Initial probe revealed that the assailants were planning to flee the country after travelling to the borders via Jaipur and Delhi. They were lured by the promise of sneaking them out of India to a foreign country, possibly Canada and rehabilitating them. Three key accused brought to Mumbai from Kota Three key accused apprehended in connection with the firing at actor Tiger Shroff’s car were brought to Mumbai from Kota in Rajasthan early on Wednesday, police said. Police brought them by road from Kota to Mumbai and, upon arrival, immediately took them to GT Hospital for a mandatory medical examination, an official said. Following the medical check-up, the accused were escorted to the Mumbai Crime Branch’s Anti-Extortion Cell (AEC) office for interrogation. The accused have been identified as Rehan alias Sukka, from Sonipat in Haryana; Ritik Kurmi alias Roshan, originally from Begusarai in Bihar and living in Mumbai; and Phool Singh from Haryana, the official said. The Kota city police had handed them over to Mumbai Police, which formally arrested them and produced them before a magistrate there. The court granted transit remand to take them to Mumbai. Meanwhile, advocate Ajinkya Mirgal arrived at the AEC office in Mumbai on Wednesday morning, informing officials that he would represent the accused as their defence counsel in the case. At least two men fired gunshots at Shroff’s car in Mumbai’s Juhu area on Sunday evening before speeding away on a motorcycle. The actor escaped relatively unhurt, while his driver and a bystander were injured. According to Mumbai Police, five to six rounds were fired at the car. A motorcycle, allegedly used by the shooters, was found abandoned in Andheri. The accused fled to Surat and once there, boarded a Jaipur-bound train. The three were supposed to go to Delhi on a bus and then flee to Nepal. The Mumbai Police have registered a case under the provisions of attempt to murder and the Arms Act. According to the police, Rehan was in touch with Anil Pandit, an alleged associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, which claimed responsibility for the attack in an unverified social media post. On Tuesday, the Delhi Police Special Cell arrested four more persons, including two women, in connection with the firing case. Police suspect they were acting on the directions of Anil Pandit, a gangster operating from abroad, an official earlier said. The four accused, identified as Kunal (21), Sumit (19), Radha (23), and Babita (23), were apprehended from Delhi and Haryana. According to police, Kunal allegedly collected a pistol and 20 rounds from Amritsar on the instructions of Anil Pandit, with Sumit accompanying him. Radha and Babita allegedly travelled to Mumbai with the weapon. Following the arrest, the police said the motive of the shooting was being ascertained, while the way Shroff was attacked, the assailants planned to kill him.

India’s New Money Rules, Explained

Writer: Sayli Gadakh
Sayli Gadakh
Apr 21
3 min read

From UPI payments to credit cards and loans, recent financial changes are making everyday transactions safer, faster and easier to manage.

India’s financial system is changing quickly, especially with the growth of digital payments and stricter banking rules. Recent updates in UPI payments, credit cards and loans are designed to make transactions safer, more transparent and easier for everyone. From paying a grocery bill to applying for a home loan, these changes are beginning to affect the way people manage money in their everyday lives. But what do these updates actually mean for common people? Let’s break it down.


UPI Gets Smarter

The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has become an integral part of daily life, whether for paying grocery bills or transferring money to friends and family. Recent changes have made the platform more versatile, with easier linking of credit cards, higher transaction limits for select payments such as education fees and taxes, and improved auto-pay features for bills and subscriptions.In practical terms, UPI is no longer just a payment tool — it is becoming a more complete financial convenience platform.For users, these upgrades mean faster payments, reduced dependence on cash, and greater convenience. For small businesses, they enable instant settlements and more efficient cash-flow management.


Tighter Security Checks

As digital payments continue to grow, security has become a top priority. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced stricter safeguards, including stronger authentication through OTPs, PINs and biometrics, instant alerts for every transaction, and improved fraud-detection systems.


These measures are designed to reduce the risk of fraud, but users still need to remain cautious and avoid sharing OTPs or other sensitive details.


Greater User Control

Credit card usage is becoming more transparent and user-friendly, with new rules aimed at giving customers greater control over how their cards are issued and managed. Under these changes, no card can be activated without the user’s explicit consent, banks cannot raise credit limits without prior approval, and customers must be given clearer information about charges, interest rates and penalties.These measures are expected to reduce hidden surprises, improve transparency and help users keep better control over their spending.


Borrowing Gets Easier

Loan rules have also been updated to make borrowing easier and more structured, particularly for those seeking housing and personal loans. Housing finance has become more accessible, especially for middle-income groups, while loan approvals are being processed faster through simplified procedures and better coordination between banks and financial institutions.For individuals, these changes mean easier access to funds, whether for buying a home, meeting urgent financial needs or managing personal expenses more efficiently.


Transparency in Income and Taxes

One of the biggest impacts of digital payments is the greater transparency they bring to financial transactions. Every payment leaves a digital trail, making it easier to track income and expenses, file taxes more accurately, and reduce the chances of disputes with tax authorities.At the same time, this also means that individuals and businesses must be more careful about maintaining proper records and reporting income correctly.


Small Businesses Boost

Small shops and local businesses are among the biggest beneficiaries of the shift to digital payments. QR code-based transactions have made payments simpler, instant settlements have improved cash flow, and easy access to transaction histories has made it easier for businesses to track sales and manage daily operations more efficiently.


At the same time, small business owners should remain mindful of service charges and regularly review their accounts to avoid unnecessary costs or discrepancies.


Overall, these changes are making India’s financial system safer, faster, and more transparent. For everyday users, it means more convenience and control. For businesses, it opens up new opportunities for growth.


The key is simple: stay informed, use digital tools wisely, and keep your financial records in order.


(The writer is a Chartered Accountant based in Thane. Views personal.)


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