Nimisha Priya’s execution postponed; Victim’s family yet to accept pardon or blood money: Reports
Sana'a: The execution of Nimisha Priya, a Kerala-born nurse sentenced to death in Yemen, has been temporarily postponed, according to sources on Tuesday. However, the family of the deceased Yemeni businessman has not yet agreed to grant her a pardon or accept blood money, a form of financial compensation under Islamic law.
Samuel Jerome Baskaran, a long-time resident of Yemen and a member of the Save Nimisha Priya International Action Council, confirmed that while last-minute negotiations are ongoing, there is still no breakthrough with the victim’s family.
Nimisha was convicted in 2017 for the murder of her Yemeni business partner. Her execution was initially scheduled for July 16, prompting a flurry of diplomatic and humanitarian efforts in recent days.
Due to the lack of Indian diplomatic presence in Sana’a, the capital of Yemen, and India’s non-recognition of the de facto authorities there, New Delhi’s formal interventions have been limited. Nonetheless, the Indian government has made an official request for a stay on the execution and is leveraging unofficial channels, including prominent religious leaders, to mediate the case.
A key figure in this intervention is Grand Mufti of India Kanthapuram A.P. Aboobacker Musliyar, whose representatives have reportedly made direct contact with Talal Abdo Mahdi’s family—marking the first time a close relative has participated in the talks.
These negotiations are being conducted under Sharia law, which allows the victim’s family to forgive the convict either unconditionally or in return for diya (blood money). According to earlier reports, Rahim’s Trust has offered ₹11 crore as compensation if the family agrees.
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MYAS launches quiz on national flag, 25 top-scorers to get trip to Siachen with Mandaviya
New Delhi, Aug 7 (PTI): The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) has launched an online quiz on the national flag and 25 top-scoring participants in the age bracket of 21 to 29 will get an opportunity to visit Siachen with Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya.
The quiz, according to the ministry, will "foster patriotism and enhance awareness about the Indian National Flag."
"This online quiz, hosted on the MYBharat portal (mybharat.gov.in), invites all citizen to participate and test their knowledge about the Tricolour," the ministry stated.
It will consist of multiple-choice questions and all contestants will be awarded an e-certificate.
"As a grand incentive, 25 top-scoring participants will be selected for a remarkable opportunity to visit Siachen in the company of the Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya," the ministry said.
"The selection of winners for the Siachen visit will be limited to youth between the ages of 21 and 29. The final selection of the 25 winners will be conducted through a computer-based lottery system from the pool of top scorers," it added.
