In today’s afternoon digest, News18 brings to you the latest in the ongoing investigation into the Mumbai BMW hit-and-run case; the horrific gangrape-murder of an eight-year-old girl in Andhra Pradesh; IMD’s rain forecast for Mumbai, which received copious amounts of rain on July 8; and other top stories.
‘Made A Big Mistake, Career Over’: Mumbai Hit-and-Run Accused Mihir Shah in ‘Confession’ to Police
The prime accused in the Mumbai hit-and-run case, Mihir Shah, told police that he has made a “big mistake” and his “career is over” while he was being interrogated. The Mumbai Police, however, is not banking on the statements of the accused, sources said. Late on Wednesday (July 10), the police recreated the crime scene in the Worli area, where Mihir allegedly crashed into a couple’s scooter, dragging a 45-year-old woman from his BMW car that led to her death. He and the family chauffeur Rajrishi Bidawat, who is also an accused in the case, were taken to the spot. Police, however, said they do not trust their statements and are verifying them. READ MORE
Mumbai BMW Hit-and-Run: Accused Mihir Shah Drank Alcohol Twice, ‘Forced’ Family Chauffeur to Let Him Drive
The Mumbai Police has found that the prime accused in Mumbai hit-and-run case, Mihir Shah, drank alcohol twice before the accident in Worli area, which claimed the life of a 45-year-old woman. They said he forced the family chauffeur Rajrishi Bidawat, also an accused in the case, off the driver’s seat and started driving the BMW himself. According to the police investigation, after exiting a bar in Juhu — where he and his two friends reportedly had 12 large pegs of whiskey — Mihir consumed alcohol once again between Borivali and Malad. He forced Bidawat off the driver’s seat and started driving the car himself, police said. READ MORE
8-Year-Old Girl Gang-Raped, Murdered By 3 Minors From Her School In Andhra’s Nandyal; Body Thrown Into Canal
An 8-year-old girl was sexually assaulted and murdered by 3 minor boys in Andhra Pradesh’s Nandyal. The incident occurred in Mucchumarri village on Sunday and it came to light on Wednesday. According to the police, the boys, 13-17 years old, studied at the same school as the girl. The accused allegedly took her to an isolated spot on the pretext of taking her to a new playground. READ MORE
After Monday Mayhem, Mumbai Braces Up For More Rains As IMD Issues ‘Yellow Alert’ For Next 3 Days | Check Latest Forecast
A day after Mumbai witnessed heavy rainfall on Monday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday issued ‘yellow alert’ for several parts of the city and predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next three days. The weather agency issued the alert for the next three days from July 12 to 14. READ MORE
After Transfer Row, IAS Officer Pooja Khedkar’s Disability Certificate, OBC Non-Creamy Layer Claim Under Scanner
Trainee IAS officer Pooja Khedkar once again finds herself embroiled in controversy amid accusations of providing misleading information to the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) during her application process. Reports indicate that she submitted a false certificate claiming visual impairment to gain exemption during the examination and despite multiple calls from UPSC for medical examinations at prestigious institutions like AIIMS and Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi, she failed to appear on several occasions, citing reasons including Covid-19 restrictions. Additionally, she included a certificate of mental illness among her submitted documents. READ MORE
India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 Match Could be Moved to Dubai or Sri Lanka: Report
With the Indian Cricket team unlikely to travel to Pakistan for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, there is a possibility that Rohit and Co.’s matches could be moved to either Dubai or Sri Lanka. As per a report in ANI, the BCCI will ask the ICC to consider the tournament to be held in a hybrid model, similar to the 2023 Asia Cup. “India will not travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy 2025. Will tell ICC to hold its matches in Dubai or Sri Lanka,” a BCCI source was quoted as saying by ANI. READ MORE
Video: Indian-Origin British MP Shivani Raja Takes Oath On Bhagavad Gita In UK Parliament
A 29-year-old Indian-origin lawmaker, who made history after winning the Leicester East seat in the UK general election, took oath on the Bhagavad Gita in the country’s Parliament on Wednesday. Elected last week as a Member of Parliament from Leicester East, Tory’s Shivani Raja secured victory over Rajesh Aggarwal, a former deputy mayor of London. The win was seen as a shock because Leicester East has been known to be a Labour Party stronghold and it is the first time in 37 years that the constituency has elected a Tory. READ MORE
On Cam: American Airlines Flight Escapes Disaster In Tampa After Landing-Gear Tire Blows Out
A sudden burst of landing-gear tire caused a delay for American Airlines passengers heading from the US city of Tampa to Phoenix Wednesday morning. Emergency responders in Texas state were dispatched to American Airlines Flight 590 shortly before 8 am (local time), Tampa International Airport spokesman C.J. Johnson said. READ MORE
Sarfira Review: A Masterclass On Commercial Cinema; Akshay Kumar, The Actor, Is Finally Back
Records state that directors who helm remakes of their original scripts almost always come up with a good film. Priyadarshan’s Khatta Meetha, a remake of his Malayalam film Vellanakalude Nadu, and Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Arjun Reddy remake, Kabir Singh, are a couple of examples. The latest addition to this list is Sudha Kongara’s Sarfira. Her retelling of Soorarai Pottru – that won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film – about an underdog dreaming big and finally achieving it against all odds is as sublime and heartfelt as the Suriya starrer. READ MORE
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