Cow injured after chewing explosives wrapped in dough in UP's Ayodhya; 2 arrested
Ayodhya: People at a village here have reported that a cow is standing in a pond waiting for death after explosives wrapped in dough blew up its jaw, a case similar to the one that caused the death of an elephant in Kerala in May.
Police have arrested two men and a vet has been assigned to take care of the stray animal which local residents say could be a cow or an ox in Datauli village under Maharajganj police station of the district.
Those arrested have been identified as Satyanam Triveni (32) and Bhola Ram Dayal (35), the police said.
Deputy Superintendent of Police, Ayodhya, Virendra Vikram said the duo used to hunt wild boar and other animals for meat using dough filled with explosives.
He said the cow was in search of food and ate the dough.
Ayodhya Chief Veterinary Officer Dr. A K Shrivastava told PTI that a veterinarian has been sent to the spot. "I received Ayodhya DM's text message on my mobile and have sent a doctor to the spot," he said.
A pregnant elephant died in Kerala's Palakkad in May after it accidentally ate a fruit stuffed with crackers, triggering widespread outrage.
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CID investigation accelerated in Neha Hiremath Murder, CM Siddaramaiah ensures strict punishment
Bidar: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has expressed strong condemnation for the tragic murder of Neha Hiremath from Hubli and has assured speedy action against the accused through an expedited CID investigation.
Speaking to the media in Bidar today, the Chief Minister addressed the BJP's call for a CBI investigation, stating, "Did the BJP refer any cases to the CBI during their tenure? I have done so while in power. What moral authority do they have to demand it now? This should not be politicized." He further said that the accused has been already apprehended and that the CID is actively conducting investigations, with a charge sheet to be prepared soon.
Stern approach to justice, no political exploitation
CM Siddaramaiah urged other parties not to politicise Neha's murder, stressing the government's unwavering commitment to ensuring severe punishment for the guilty parties. "Neha's murder was an injustice, and we unequivocally condemn it. It should not be exploited for political gains," he asserted.
Modi's unfulfilled promises
Responding to criticism from Prime Minister Modi regarding the Congress manifesto's wealth redistribution plans, Siddaramaiah questioned Modi's track record of fulfilling promises, such as the infamous pledge of depositing 15 lakh rupees into each citizen's account and creating 2 crore jobs. He challenged whether Modi has effectively addressed the issue of rising essential commodity prices.
Continuation of muslim community reservation
Addressing Modi's remarks on Congress's proposed redistribution of reservation quotas to include the Muslim community, Siddaramaiah clarified that the 4% reservation for Muslims has been in place since 1994, based on the Chinnappa Reddy Commission's recommendation. He highlighted that despite challenges in the past, this reservation continues to be upheld, reaffirming the government's commitment to social justice.
