Modi greets former PM HD Deve Gowda on his 92nd birthday
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New Delhi (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted former PM and Janata Dal (Secular) president HD Deve Gowda on his birthday on Sunday.
Deve Gowda, who served as prime minister between June 1996 and April 1997, turned 92 on Sunday.
In an X post, Modi said Gowda is widely respected for his statesman-like approach and passion towards public service.
"Birthday wishes to our former Prime Minister, Shri HD Deve Gowda Ji. He is widely respected for his statesman-like approach and passion towards public service," Modi wrote.
"His wisdom and insights on several issues are a source of great strength. May he be blessed with a long and healthy life," he added.
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Barber held for beating man to death over 'bidi' in east Delhi
New Delhi (PTI): A 32-year-old barber was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly beating a man to death following an altercation over a 'bidi' in east Delhi's Pandav Nagar area, police said.
A call regarding the incident that occurred near the bus stand road in Shashi Garden was received at 1.24 am, they said.
The victim was identified as Deepak (28), while the accused was Manoj, he added.
According to the police, during an argument, the accused picked up a wooden stick lying nearby and struck the victim repeatedly on the head. Multiple injuries and bruise marks were also found on the victim's forehead.
"Deepak was taken to Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital, but doctors declared him brought dead," an officer said.
An FIR has been registered and further investigation is underway, the officer added.
