Bantwal Rahiman murder case: FIR filed against Deepak, Sumit, 13 Others
Bantwal: A case has been registered against 15 individuals, including Deepak and Sumit, in connection with the murder of Abdul Rahiman (32), secretary of Koltmajalu Juma Masjid and a pickup driver, and the attempted murder of Kalandar Shafi. The incident took place near Ira Kodi in Kuriyal village of Bantwal taluk.
According to the complaint, Rahiman and Shafi were unloading sand from a pickup truck near the house of one Rajeevi when the accused, including Deepak and Sumit, both known to the victims, arrived suddenly. Rahiman was dragged from the driver’s seat and attacked with swords, knives, and iron rods. Shafi, who tried to intervene, was also stabbed in the chest, back, and hands.
As locals began shouting for help, the assailants fled the scene with their weapons. Rahiman succumbed to his injuries on the spot, while Shafi was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Based on Shafi’s account during transit and a statement by eyewitness Mohammad Nisar, Bantwal Rural Police registered an FIR under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 — including Sections 103, 109, 118(1), 118(2), 190, 191(1), 191(2), and 191(3).
The complaint suggests communal motivation or personal enmity behind the attack. The involvement of known acquaintances has deepened concerns in the local community.
Five police teams have been formed under DYSP Vijay Prakash to trace and arrest the accused. The operation is being carried out in coordination with Mangaluru City’s CCB and Bantwal Rural Police.
The brutal killing of Abdul Rahiman and the attempted murder of Shafi have triggered widespread outrage. Rahiman, who was actively involved in community service and mosque affairs, is being remembered fondly by villagers.
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Veteran Tamil film producer Rajan dies after jumping into Adyar River
Chennai (PTI): Veteran Tamil film producer K Rajan died after jumping into the Adyar River in the city on Sunday, police said.
Police said it appears to be a case of suicide, though the reason for his extreme step was not immediately known.
The 85-year-old film personality asked his driver to stop the car while crossing the Adyar bridge and suddenly got out and jumped into the river, police sources said.
The driver immediately alerted Fire and Rescue Services personnel, who reached the spot, recovered the body, and sent it for post-mortem.
Police have registered a case, and further investigation is underway.
Rajan entered the Tamil film industry as a producer in the early 1980s. Apart from producing films, he also directed a few movies.
He also served as president of a film distributors’ association.
Top leaders of political parties, including the two Dravidian majors—the DMK and AIADMK—expressed shock and grief over his death and conveyed their condolences to the bereaved family.
Former Chief Minister and DMK President M K Stalin said Rajan had always boldly raised his voice for the welfare of small film producers and the overall development of the film industry.
“He had always urged that Tamil films be titled in Tamil,” Stalin said in a statement, adding that Rajan consistently fought for the rights of ordinary workers in the film industry.
AIADMK general secretary and former Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami said Rajan’s voice was important in securing recognition for small-budget films in the Tamil film industry.
Among others who condoled his death was PMK founder S Ramadoss. Leaders from various parties also expressed their condolences to the bereaved family.
“This is terrible news. Deeply shocked to hear about the demise of our beloved member of the film fraternity, producer K Rajan sir,” actor and BJP leader Khushbu Sundar said in a post on social media platform X.
“He was a very respectful person and someone who never hesitated to call a spade a spade. This is very upsetting. May his soul rest in peace,” she added.
