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Rohit Shetty’s team issues clarification over use of police stickers on personal cars

Rohit Shetty’s team issues clarification over use of police stickers on personal cars

Days after reports claimed that filmmaker Rohit Shetty was illegally using police stickers and flashing lights on his cars, his team has issued a clarification. Rohit’s team issues clarification over  use of police stickers  on personal cars According to Shetty’s spokesperson, the stickers were part of temporary security measures put in place after a firing incident outside his residence earlier this year and have since been removed. Reports had suggested that at least two of the filmmakers private SUVs had police-style markings and lights, which are typically restricted to official law enforcement vehicles under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. In response, Shetty’s team explained that the markings were intended as a security measure following the February incident and not meant to misuse police authority. The spokesperson stated, “Following the firing incident at Rohit Shetty’s residence, the police had implemented heightened security measures and provided protection. Identification stickers were placed during the initial phase which have now been discontinued.” Shetty’s team confirmed that the filmmaker remains under police protection, with two personnel deployed for his safety …

Shooter with Punjab gang link held over extortion bid, firing in Capital

Shooter with Punjab gang link held over extortion bid, firing in Capital

A 26-year-old man wanted in connection with a firing incident in east Delhi’s Jagatpuri last year, in an alleged extortion bid at the behest of a Punjab-based gangster, has been arrested following a raid in Punjab, officials said on Thursday. During the probe, CCTV footage and technical surveillance helped identify Jaswinder as the alleged shooter (HT File) The accused shooter, identified as Jaswinder Singh alias Jassi, a resident of Ambala, had been absconding for nearly a year — allegedly laying low at a religious site in Amritsar — after being named in a case registered in April 2025 under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Arms Act. “The extortion and subsequent firing were allegedly carried out at the behest of Punjab-based gangster Gurjant Singh alias Janta,” a senior police officer said. According to police, the alleged extortion began in March last year when a Jagatpuri resident received multiple threatening calls and messages from an international number demanding ₹4 crore. When the victim refused to pay, shots were fired at his house on the …

Film directors seek CM’s ‘personal intervention’ in Rohit Shetty house firing probe: ‘Entire fraternity is concerned’

Film directors seek CM’s ‘personal intervention’ in Rohit Shetty house firing probe: ‘Entire fraternity is concerned’

A body of film and TV directors in India has written to Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expressing ‘shock and concern’ at the firing incident outside filmmaker Rohit Shetty’s house. They have also sought the CM’s ‘personal intervention’ in the case. Forensic team members remove a shattered glass pane from the balcony of filmmaker Rohit Shetty after unidentified persons opened fire at his multi-storey residence, at Juhu. (PTI Photo) (PTI) IFTDA writes to Maharashtra DM Fadnavis On Sunday morning, four rounds were fired outside the Mumbai home of Rohit Shetty, best known for his Cop Universe and Golmaal films. Even as the Mumbai Police have detained five individuals in connection with the case, the Indian Film & Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA) has strongly condemned the firing incident. The IFTDA wrote to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, urging him to intervene. The statement read, “The entire film fraternity is deeply shocked and concerned about the safety and well-being of one of the most respected and iconic filmmakers of the Indian entertainment industry. Such incidents create an atmosphere …

Security beefed up outside Rohit Shetty’s home in Mumbai after firing incident, area cordoned off

Security beefed up outside Rohit Shetty’s home in Mumbai after firing incident, area cordoned off

Following the firing incident outside Rohit Shetty’s residence in Mumbai, security around the filmmaker’s home has been significantly tightened. Police have cordoned off the area, set up barricades, and deployed additional personnel in and around the premises to ensure safety and proper investigation. Four rounds were fired outside the Juhu residence of Rohit Shetty’s house in the early hours of Sunday morning. Security tightened outside Rohit Shetty’s house Four rounds were fired outside the Juhu residence of Rohit’s house in the early hours of Sunday morning, prompting a major security alert in Mumbai. The incident led to the deployment of police and forensic teams at the spot. Several videos from outside Rohit’s residence have surfaced on social media, showing heavy police presence, tightened security arrangements, and barricades around the area. As seen in the videos, the area has been cordoned off, with heavy security deployed in and around the locality as a precautionary measure. The clips also show police vehicles, barricades and officers stationed outside the building. Some videos show police and forensic teams at …

Firing at bizman: Amritsar Cops bust extortion racket, 3 held

Firing at bizman: Amritsar Cops bust extortion racket, 3 held

Three members of the Satta Naushehra gang involved in a firing incident targeting a local businessman were arrested on Thursday, Amritsar police said. Investigations revealed that the accused were acting on the directions of gangster Satta Naushehra of Naushehra Pannuan. Later, one of the accused, who was being taken to identify another suspect in the case, sustained a gunshot injury when he attempted to flee custody, the officials added. The firing incident took place on January 16 within the jurisdiction of police station B-division. An FIR was registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and the Arms Act, and special police teams were formed to probe the case and trace the accused. “The team arrested the prime accused Jashandeep Singh, followed by Jobanjit Singh and Gurkirat Singh alias Kirat,” commissioner of police Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said. “On Thursday, while the police team was taking accused Jobanjit Singh to the Sultanwind area for identification of another suspect, he attempted to snatch the service revolver of an accompanying ASI after the police vehicle was …

Ludhiana: Unidentified man opens fire at Koom Kalan house, 1 injured

Ludhiana: Unidentified man opens fire at Koom Kalan house, 1 injured

Published on: Nov 10, 2025 06:58 am IST According to the police, the attacker arrived in a car, hurled abuses outside the house and then fired over 10 rounds toward the main gate using a pistol Panic gripped the area along Lakhowal-Gaddowal road in Koom Kalan on Friday night after an unidentified man opened fire outside a house, leaving a man slightly injured. The incident took place around 8 pm. ₹5 crore. (HT Photo)” title=”The assailants left a threatening note referencing a “Kaushal Chaudhary Group” and a demand of ₹5 crore. (HT Photo)” /> ₹5 crore. (HT Photo)” title=”The assailants left a threatening note referencing a “Kaushal Chaudhary Group” and a demand of ₹5 crore. (HT Photo)” />The assailants left a threatening note referencing a “Kaushal Chaudhary Group” and a demand of ₹5 crore. (HT Photo) According to the police, the attacker arrived in a car, hurled abuses outside the house and then fired over 10 rounds toward the main gate using a pistol. One of the bullets struck Jobanpreet Singh, son of Satwant Singh, …

Salman Khan and family to shift out of Mumbai home after firing incident? Here’s what Arbaaz Khan said | Bollywood

Arbaaz Khan was asked about the recent firing outside brother-actor Salman Khan’s residence in Mumbai’s Bandra. In an interview with Zoom, the actor was asked if Salman and their family were planning to move out of Galaxy apartment after ‘death threats’. Arbaaz said Salman and their father, veteran lyricist Salim Khan, have lived there for years, and shifting will not change the ‘reality’. Also read: Salman Khan leaves for Dubai amid tight security after firing incident outside Mumbai home. Watch Salman Khan with brothers Sohail Khan and Arbaaz Khan (extreme right). (File Photo) Is Salman Khan moving out of Galaxy apartment? Arbaaz Khan said, “Do you think it (threats) will get dissipated? Like tomorrow, if you move the location, you think if there is an impending threat, it’ll go away. If that were the case, yes, one would do that. But the reality is that it’s not going away. So, do you keep moving and doing that, or just take precautions? The thing is that my father has lived in that place for years. Salman …

Salman Khan leaves for Dubai amid tight security after firing incident outside Mumbai home. Watch | Bollywood

Salman Khan was spotted amid tight security at Mumbai airport on Friday. The actor – along with his bodyguard Shera and security personnel – was seen making his way inside the airport gate in paparazzi videos. This is the first time Salman is flying out of Mumbai after Sunday’s shooting incident outside his home in Bandra’s Galaxy Apartment. Also read: Shilpa Shetty, mom visit Salman Khan amid ED, Bishnoi gang troubles. Watch Salman Khan with his bodyguard Shera and security personnel at Mumbai airport. Watch Salman Khan’s airport video Sporting a casual look, Salman got out of his car at the airport as he left for Dubai. The actor was wearing a black T-shirt paired with matching pants and sunglasses. He greeted the paparazzi present outside the airport with a nod from afar. HT launches Crick-it, a one stop destination to catch Cricket, anytime, anywhere. Explore now! Taylor Swift is everywhere you look right now. Wonder what’s the big deal about her? Read our special story, a primer on everything Swift More about the firing …

Salman Khan’s Security Upgraded After Firing Incident; Review For Actor’s Family Underway

Last Updated: April 18, 2024, 19:10 IST Security audit of Salman Khan’s family is currently underway. Confirming that the threat is linked to the Bishnoi gang, the Mumbai Police commissioner told CNN-News18, “We are substantiating it with evidences” A week after the firing outside the Bollywood superstar’s home — Galaxy Apartments — in Bandra, Salman Khan’s security was reviewed and upgraded on Thursday, Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar told CNN-News18. Additionally, Phansalkar said that personnel in the security convoy will carry two automatic guns. He further said that the security audit of Khan’s family currently taking place. Several reports had earlier indicated that the firing plan was hatched in the United States where Lawrence Bishnoi’s brother Anmol Bishnoi, gave the task of selecting shooters to US-based gangster Rohit Godara. Police had said that Godara had a vast network of professional shooters across India. Top Mumbai Police sources told News18 that gangster Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang is behind the firing and the attack was carried out by Rohit Godara, who operates the Bishnoi gang in Rajasthan. Confirming …

BJP Leader Shot At Busy Market In Madhya Pradesh

The men seen firing away at the BJP leader in Morena, shows CCTV footage Bhopal: A local BJP leader was shot at in full public view at a busy market in Madhya Pradesh’s Morena by three unidentified men on a bike, in shocking scenes of violence, showed security footage. Santosh Kumar Sharma, who also doubles up a jeweller, was at his shop at the time of attack. Mr Sharma, who was sitting with his two friends, threw himself on the ground to escape the bullets. The video showed three men together on a bike, their faces covered, firing away. The one seated in the middle used both his hands to fire at the jeweller. There was a man who was cycling, another was seen standing at a short distance away as the attack unfolded. Soon, a crowd assembled. The police have launched a manhunt and registered an attempt to murder case against the men. Source link