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‘I want justice for son’: father of techie Sarthak Mattoo killed in Delhi road accident

Thar vehicle which was involved in accident

Gurugram, June 28: “I want justice for my son, nothing else,” says Surender Matoo, the wailing Kashmiri Pandit father of 34-year-old Sarthak who died in a crash between his bike and a Mahindra Thar in Vasant Kunj in South Delhi.

Sarthak, a techie, was on his way from his home in Gurugram in Haryana to Noida in Uttar Pradesh for work when the accident occurred near Rajokri flyover yesterday morning.

According to the Police, a PCR call alerted the Vasant Kunj South police station about a severely injured motorcyclist after a collision involving a car.

Sarthak was taken to the Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, where doctors declared him brought dead.

Initial probe suggests that the Thar was being driven recklessly, changing lanes on the highway before colliding with the motorcycle.

An FIR has been registered under relevant sections and the Thar driver has been arrested and the vehicle seized.

Sarthak left home at around 6:30 am and the family was informed about the accident nearly an hour later, his father said.

“He (Sarthak) was wearing the best quality helmet. You can see the scratches on it,” Surender Mattoo said about his son while showing the head protective gear to the media persons at his residence.

The wailing father made appeals to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Delhi Police Comissioner for justice.

“I want justice for my son. We want nothing else, no compensation,” Surender Mattoo says, while pleading that “the killers should not be allowed to go scot free”.

The Thar vehicle is registered with a Bengaluru-based private company and had been leased to Sagar Saha, who was seated in the front passenger seat at the time of the accident, according to the police.

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During questioning, Saha told police that his friend, Apurv Singh, a 30-year-old private employee from Uttar Pradesh currently residing in Gurugram, was driving the SUV.

Singh has been arrested and the vehicle seized.

Sarthak’s family has alleged that those inside the Thar abandoned him after the collision. (NVI)

LG Reviews Amarnath Yatra Preparations at Baltal, Stresses Safety and Pilgrim Convenience

Srinagar, Jun 28 (NVI): Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday reviewed the preparations for the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra at Baltal in Ganderbal district and directed all departments to ensure comprehensive arrangements for the smooth and safe conduct of the pilgrimage.

Chairing a high-level meeting with senior civil, police and security officials, Sinha reviewed infrastructure, security measures and other facilities being put in place for the yatra.

He instructed all stakeholder departments to ensure that essential amenities are fully functional so that pilgrims are provided a safe, comfortable and well-organised environment.

“My priority is that every pilgrim can enjoy the spiritual journey and leave with a truly enriching and fulfilling experience,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

Describing the pilgrimage as a “moment of faith and shared joy”, Sinha said the arrangements should reflect that spirit and ensure proper care of devotees.

The Lieutenant Governor reviewed preparations related to sanitation, healthcare, drinking water, electricity, transportation, weather forecasting, evacuation plans, parking facilities, langars, registration counters, road maintenance, disaster management, flood mitigation measures, animal husbandry services and availability of essential commodities.

He directed police and security agencies to maintain the highest level of vigilance and ensure close coordination for the safety and security of pilgrims.

Sinha also asked the concerned departments to increase the number of on-the-spot registration counters to facilitate quicker registration and reduce waiting time for devotees.

During the meeting, Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal Jatin Kishore gave a detailed presentation on the preparations made by various departments, while Senior Superintendent of Police Ganderbal Sudhanshu Dhama briefed the Lieutenant Governor on the security arrangements, including personnel deployment, surveillance, access control, traffic management and emergency response measures.

The meeting was attended by senior officials of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board, civil administration, police and security forces.—(NVI)

Election Commission Chief Reaches Srinagar for Three-Day Official Visit

Srinagar, Jun 28 (NVI): Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar arrived in Srinagar on Sunday on a three-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir, during which he will interact with voters, electoral stakeholders and grassroots-level election officials.

The CEC was received at the Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport by Chief Electoral Officer Sanjeev Verma, Deputy Commissioner Budgam Athar Aamir Khan and other senior officials.

Speaking to reporters at the airport, Kumar said he would interact with voters from across the Kashmir Valley, with a special focus on Booth Level Officers (BLOs), whom he described as the cornerstone of the Election Commission.

“I will be interacting with the voters across the beautiful valleys of Jammu and Kashmir, particularly with the grassroots-level Booth Level Officers of Budgam district, who serve as the cornerstone of the Election Commission,” he said.

Officials said the CEC is scheduled to hold an interaction with voters, BLOs and other electoral stakeholders in Budgam district on Monday.

The visit is aimed at strengthening the Election Commission’s engagement with voters and electoral stakeholders, reviewing grassroots-level electoral initiatives and enhancing field-level preparedness while promoting greater democratic participation and awareness.(NVI)

Srinagar records season’s highest temperature at 33.8°C; rain likely from July 1

Srinagar, Jun 28 (NVI): Srinagar recorded the highest temperature of the season on Sunday as the mercury settled at 33.8 degrees Celsius amid an intense heatwave sweeping Kashmir, officials said.

According to the Meteorological Department, dry weather is expected to persist across Jammu and Kashmir till June 30.

Officials said weather conditions are likely to change from July 1, with a fresh western disturbance interacting with advancing monsoon winds expected to bring widespread rainfall across the Union Territory.

The forecast indicates rain, thunderstorms, gusty winds, lightning and isolated hailstorms at several places between July 1 and July 4, they said.

The expected wet spell is likely to provide relief from the prevailing heat, although heavy showers and strong winds could trigger localised disruptions in vulnerable areas, officials said.

The Meteorological Department has advised people, particularly those living in flood-prone and hilly areas, to remain alert and follow official weather advisories.

The rainfall is also expected to bring down temperatures after several days of unusually hot weather, officials added.(NVI)

9 injured as CISF bus skids off road in J-K’s Reasi

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Jammu, Jun 28 (NVI): Nine persons, including eight CISF personnel and a civilian driver, were injured after a Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) bus skidded off the road in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district on Sunday, officials said.

The accident took place near Tarakote when the bus of the 572 CISF Company, carrying security personnel, reportedly lost control and skidded off the road, they said.

The injured were identified as Head Constables Sammy Kumar, M M Dubey and A Ramesh; Constables P K Traya, B D Singh, B Srinu and Pratyush; Sub-Inspector Shiv Charan Meena; and the driver, Virender Singh.

Officials said Head Constables Sammy Kumar and M M Dubey, along with Constable P K Traya, were referred to Narayana Hospital after receiving initial treatment at Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu.

The condition of the remaining injured is stated to be stable and they are undergoing treatment, officials said.

Police have registered the case and initiated an investigation to ascertain the cause of the accident, they added.(NVI)

Second Cross-Border Intruder Caught in Poonch Within Two Days

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Poonch, Jun 28 (NVI): A Pakistani national was apprehended by Army troops along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Balakote sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Sunday, officials said.

The man was intercepted alert troops noticed him moving suspiciously near a forward post in the Balakote sector, falling under the jurisdiction of Mendhar police station, the officials said.

According to the officials, the individual had allegedly crossed the LoC into Indian territory illegally before being overpowered by the troops.

The apprehended person is in the custody of the Army, while security and intelligence agencies have launched a joint interrogation to ascertain his identity, motive and circumstances surrounding the infiltration, they said.

This is the second instance of a Pakistani national being apprehended along the LoC in the Poonch sector within the last 48 hours, officials added.(NVI)

Indian Army contingent to take part in Seychelles’ 50th National Day celebrations

New Delhi, Jun 28 (NVI): A 32-member Indian Army marching contingent will participate in Seychelles’ 50th National Day celebrations on June 29, marking the Golden Jubilee of the island nation’s Independence, the Defence Ministry said on Sunday.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the celebrations as the Guest of Honour.

According to the ministry, the Army contingent comprises personnel from the Assam Regiment and is led by Captain Aryan H. Deolekar. An Indian Navy marching contingent, accompanied by a military band, will also take part in the event.

The ministry said the participation of Indian defence contingents in national celebrations of friendly countries reflects mutual trust, military camaraderie and the shared commitment to strengthening bilateral ties.

India and Seychelles share longstanding ties that have evolved into a strategic partnership covering defence cooperation, development, culture and trade, it said.

The ministry added that such engagements reinforce defence cooperation and underline India’s role as a reliable partner in promoting peace, stability and security in the Indian Ocean Region.

Indian defence contingents have earlier participated in several international ceremonial events, including the Bastille Day Parade in France in 2023 and Victory Day parades in Bangladesh and Russia, it added.(NVI)

J&K Police Conducts High-Altitude Rescue Drills Ahead of Amarnath Yatra

Srinagar, Jun 28 (NVI): The Mountain Rescue Team (MRT) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police carried out intensive high-altitude training and operational drills at Mahagunas Top as part of preparations for the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026, officials said on Sunday.

The exercises focused on mountain rescue operations, casualty evacuation and emergency response in challenging terrain to enhance the team’s operational preparedness.

Officials said the drills were aimed at strengthening the police’s capability to respond swiftly to emergencies and ensure the safety of pilgrims undertaking the annual pilgrimage.

The training forms part of the overall security and disaster-response preparations for the yatra, with the Jammu and Kashmir Police reinforcing its readiness to provide a safe and secure environment for devotees.(NVI)

Pakistani military installation attacked in Karachi, several soldiers killed, injured

Condition of the building housing Pakistan Rangers after being attacked

Karachi, June 28: Several Pakistani soldiers have been left dead and injured after a major attack by a group of heavily-armed men at the Headquarters of paramilitary force Pakistan Rangers in Karachi city of Sindh province in Pakistan.

The attack began late last night with a big explosion at the gate of the high-security installation and continued till this morning.

The attackers first rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into the Pakistan Rangers’ provincial headquarters located in Gulistan-i-Jauhar area of Karachi.

After the explosion, several gunmen barged into the premises, firing indiscriminately.

The stunned soldiers inside the premises took shelter wherever they could as the attackers went on the rampage.

Sounds of firing and occasional blasts were heared for a long time.

Authorities said 4 personnel of the Rangers were killed.

However, independent sources said the casualty figiure is much higher than being given by the authorities.

After this, another blast and intense firing was reported from near Meteorological Chowrangi on University Road.

Pakistan government said its forces shot dead six assailants after thwarting an attempted attack on a Sindh Rangers facility in Karachi.

Jamaat-ul-Ahrar (JuA), a brutal extremist splinter group of the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), has claimed responsibility for the attack on Sindh Rangers headquarters.

The attacks were carried out by a suicide squad called Khulafa-e-Rashideen Ishtishhadi Brigade. (NVI)

Trump again threatens to end existence of Iran

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New Delhi, June 28: Just 9 days after signing a peace agreement with Iran, US President Donald Trump today again threatened to end the existence of the Persian nation.

His latest threat came along with the second round of airstrikes by the US military on Iran over the last two nights.

“The United States aircraft just struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations, and coastal radar sites, for violating the Cease Fire Agreement, AGAIN,” Trump wrote on his social media handle.

“It is very possible that they will never learn! There may come a point when we are no longer able to be reasonable, and will be forced to militarily complete the job that we very successfully started. If that happens, the Islamic Republic of Iran will no longer exist,” he added.

Prior to his statement, the US military carried out air strikes at multiple locations in Iran.

The US military said it targeted the sites of missile and drone launches of Iran.

Soon after, Iran retaliated by firing missiles and drones at US military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.

The US and Iran signed a peace deal on June 19 after which the top leaders of the two countries met in Switzerland to discuss the way forward. (NVI)

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