Taj case in SC's court, CBI ready to close

     New Delhi: Everything in the Taj Heritage Corridor scam involving former UP CM and BSP chief Mayawati and seven others, now depends on the Supreme Court. As the CB has decided to close the scam case, it is now up to Supreme Court's observation. "Whatever decision is taken in this matter, we will hand it over to the Supreme Court in a sealed envelope," said Umashankar Mishra, CBI Director. The CBI is planning to file the closure report soon. The central agency will request a competent Lucknow court to close the case, but that would be only after the Supreme Court comes out with its observation. The CBI in the multi-crore scam gave a clean chit the Dalit Queen on Friday. Reportedly, Attorney General Milon Banerjee recently gave his opinion that the evidence so far collected by the agency against Mayawati was not fit to send the case for trial.

Woman gang raped inside police station (Go To Top)

     Koraput: In an incident that can be called a mockery of law and order, a woman was gang-raped inside a police station at Koraput in Orissa. The victim was lured by the Circle Inspector SK Oddu, to the police station on the pretext of giving a job to the victim. She was then raped by Oddu and two others. According to the victim, "They said there is no need to be scared. We are policemen; today is the last day for getting the job. Then the CI raped me, and after him Nagurao and doctor Rath". "Prima Facie evidence has been established and yesterday I went to inspect. We also spoke to the lady. We have arrested Oddu and Nagurao. The doctor has escaped but we will find him," said Arun Kumar Bothra, SP, Korapat. Prompt action is being taken, according to the official.

Robert Vadra enjoys a day of golf (Go To Top)

     New Delhi: Robert Vadra, the son-in-law of Sonia Gandhi showcased his putting skills during the ongoing Madhav Rao Scindia Memorial Golf tournament in Gurgaon city, this morning. "I have found a lot of relaxation here and one who inspired me, is basically the atmosphere itself. You feel relaxed and play freely and have a great game," Vadra told ANI. The tournament, being held at the Classic Golf Resort, also saw veteran politicians cutting across party lines to participate in the event. Those present included eminent personalities like Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad and former Kashmir Chief Farooq Abdullah. The golf event is a unique initiative on part of the Madhavrao Scindia Foundation to raise funds, for providing better opportunities for talented sportspersons in the country. Part of the funds generated from the event will be donated towards the tsunami relief fund, to help those affected by the natural calamity.