Mother keen on freed terror suspect's education

[email protected] (Anisha Sheth, The Hindu)
June 23, 2011

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Mangalore, June 23: With the return of her 22-year-old son Javed Ali, who was arrested along with his father Mohammed Ali on October 3, 2008, on terrorism charges, Maimoona is worried about his education.

Speaking to The Hindu from her home in Ullal, Maimoona, aged about 41, says that she has already spoken to the authorities at her son's old college. “They have told me that they will get back to me. It has been two years now. He can't just sit around at home,” she said.

Following his arrest in 2008, cases were filed against the father and son in Mangalore and Mumbai under sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act 1999 (MCOCA).

Javed Ali was granted bail by the Karnataka High Court last April and later by the Special Court under the MCOCA in an order passed on May 6, 2011. The release order was issued last week after the surety was deposited with the courts, and Javed Ali returned to Mangalore on Thursday.

According to the bail order, father and son were alleged to have been active members of the Indian Mujahiddeen, and provided shelter to some of the accused in other terror-related offences. In the bail order, Additional Special Judge R.G. Avachat said even though under Section 18 of the MCOCA allowed confessions made to police officers of certain ranks to be admitted in court as evidence, he found the confession in this case to be “a weak piece of evidence”.

He cited a Supreme Court judgment which said that courts be “cautious” in accepting confessions from the alleged accused due to the “rampant” practice among the police to elicit confessions by using third degree methods.


The counsel for the bail applicants and the state based their arguments on the confessional statements of co-accused Ahmed Abubakkar Bawa Mohd. Naushad and Akbar Choudhary. Referring to the statement of Akbar Choudhary the judge noted: “The aforesaid matter in no way indicate the applicants to have ever participated in Jihadi talk or did any overt act amounting to an offence. “The last para on page 8 would simply indicate that co-accused Riyaz, Wasim and Iqbal were present at the house of the applicant No.1 Mohd. Ali. His son Javed who was around 19 years of age was bound to be present at his own residence. His presence at his own house could not constitute any offence.”

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November 10,2024

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Mangaluru: A heart-wrenching tragedy unfolded in the quiet Bellayuru village on the outskirts of Mangaluru as a man’s life ended on a railway track following an apparent double murder. Authorities from the Mulki police station identified the man as Karthik Bhat, 32, whose lifeless body was discovered on the tracks with his head positioned on the rail, indicating a tragic suicide.

Nearby, police recovered keys to a scooter and a house, which eventually led them to uncover a series of chilling events. Following the trail, officers located Bhat’s scooter parked near Mahammayi Temple. Inside the vehicle, they found documents confirming his identity, including an RC, insurance papers, and his driving license.

Their search continued to Bhat's home in Pakshikere, Kemral village, where they discovered a locked room. With the keys retrieved from the tracks, police unlocked the door, only to be confronted by a horrifying sight. The bodies of Priyanka (28) and her young son Hriday (4) lay in a pool of blood, pointing to a brutal murder that occurred just hours before Bhat’s suicide.

Initial investigations suggest Bhat, beleaguered by ongoing family disputes, committed the murders of his wife and son on the evening of November 8 before tragically ending his own life. A death note found in his diary hinted at his mental state and tragic intentions.

Priyanka’s family, residing in Shivamogga, was informed of the incident. The couple, married for six years, now leaves behind grieving relatives and unanswered questions. Police have initiated formal proceedings, collecting statements from family members as they continue their investigation into the tragic sequence of events.

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November 13,2024

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In the heart of Mangaluru, where rising air pollution is spurring public health worries, voices are calling for a greener, cleaner shift in the city’s public transport. Leading this call is APD Foundation, a Mangaluru-based environmental NGO, which has urged Forest, Ecology, and Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre to mandate electric vehicle (EV) adoption in public transport.

Abdullah A Rehman, CEO of APD Foundation, emphasized in a formal letter to the minister that Mangaluru’s public transportation system—efficient and organized with both government and private players—could transition smoothly to EVs in stages. He suggested that government-backed financial incentives, partnerships with EV manufacturers, and collaborations with environmental groups could streamline the switch.

Rehman stressed the potential of EVs to cut down emissions, enhance air quality, and reduce noise levels, noting the quieter operation of electric buses. He confirmed that a copy of his letter was submitted to the Deputy Commissioner as well.

However, Dilraj Alva from the Dakshina Kannada City Bus Association noted potential challenges, explaining that the shift might take up to two years due to infrastructure and budget hurdles. Most EV buses, he explained, are procured through aggregators, not directly by individual operators. The addition of charging stations and other essential infrastructure further complicates the transition.

Alva also raised the economic concern: while diesel buses are priced between ₹30-40 lakh, electric buses can cost up to ₹1 crore. Reflecting on recent meetings with companies, including one in Manipal, he questioned the assumption that EVs are an absolute solution to pollution. “EVs aren’t entirely eco-friendly, especially when considering battery disposal,” he cautioned.

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November 3,2024

Mangaluru, Nov 3: A quiet morning turned perilous for a farmer in Elathur, near Kinnigoli on the outskirts of the city, as a leopard attacked him while he was cutting grass. 

Ligori, a resident of Kalkare, was startled by the sudden assault and suffered injuries to his face but managed to escape and reach safety. He was promptly taken to the hospital for medical care.

Residents in Elathur have been on edge for over a week following reports of leopard sightings in the area. Today’s incident has heightened concerns among the local farming community, who now fear for their safety.

With a significant population of farmers in the region, villagers are demanding immediate action from the forest department to capture the leopard and ensure their safety. 

The community awaits a response, hoping for swift intervention to prevent further attacks.

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