Pralhad Joshi's brother absconding, investigation in fraud case continues: G. Parameshwara
Bengaluru: A fraud case has been lodged against Union Minister Prahlad Joshi's brother, Gopal Joshi, who is currently absconding. Home Minister G. Parameshwara confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, and three people have already been arrested in connection with the case.
Speaking to reporters near his residence in Sadashivanagar, Parameshwara said, "When a complaint is filed, it must be taken seriously. Gopal Joshi is absconding, and the police are continuing their investigation as per the law."
He further clarified that he is not aware of any direct involvement of Pralhad Joshi in the matter. "It is too early to comment on his role. Once the arrested individuals are questioned and their statements recorded, we will have clarity. Until the investigation progresses and reports are submitted, it wouldn't be appropriate to make any assumptions," Parameshwara added.
On a different note, the Home Minister also responded to questions about the caste census. He said, "I am unaware of why Congress MLA Shamanur Shivashankarappa met Yediyurappa and Basavaraj Bommai. The government has spent ₹160 crore on the caste census, and after spending such a large sum, people have the right to know the results. The Chief Minister has assured that the report detailing the population of different communities will be presented to the cabinet. Not everyone will agree 100% on any issue; there will always be opposing views," he remarked.
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Kohli's U-19 teammate Amanpreet Singh Gill dies at 36
New Delhi (PTI): Former India U-19 and Punjab medium pacer Amanpreet Singh Gill died at the age of 36 in Chandigarh on Wednesday, leaving the cricket fraternity in mourning.
The cause of death is not yet known.
Gill, who was Virat Kohli's U-19 teammate, featured in six first-class matches for Punjab, picking up 11 wickets.
He was also part of the Punjab franchise (Kings XI Punjab) in the inaugural Indian Premier League season, and later served as a member of Punjab's senior selection committee.
"Punjab Cricket Association deeply mourns the sad demise of Amanpreet Singh Gill, former Punjab cricketer and Member, Senior Selection Committee Punjab,” the Punjab Cricket Association announced on X.
"Our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and loved ones. May Waheguru grant eternal peace to the departed soul and strength to the family in this difficult time."
Two-time World Cup-winning India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh also paid tribute to Gill.
"Deeply saddened to hear about Amanpreet Singh Gill’s passing. Shared the dressing room in our early days, he was a quiet, hardworking cricketer who loved the game. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. Rest in peace Om Shanti,” Singh posted on X.
Gill played five Youth ODIs and one Youth Test for India in 2007.
In the longer format, he claimed the wicket of former Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera.
However, he did not make the Virat Kohli-led India U-19 side that went on to win the 2008 World Cup.
“Deeply saddened by the passing of Amanpreet Singh Shergill, who proudly represented Punjab and was a part of the Punjab Kings family. Our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and the entire cricketing fraternity,” Punjab Kings posted on their official Instagram account.
