The Latest Breaking News from Deepak Kumar

‘Found out after video went viral’: Father of Jamui assault survivor says ‘arrest is not enough’

“I will be happy only when my daughter gets justice. I hope they are encountered by police. Arrest is not enough,” said the father of the minor who was harassed and assaulted by a group of men in Bihar’s Jamui district on September 19.

Newslaundry · Sep 22

Mexican illegal immigrant working on California farm arrested over rape and assault charges

An illegal immigrant working as an agricultural labourer in Southern California has been arrested after US border authorities said he had previously faced multiple serious criminal charges, including rape and sodomy of a drugged victim.

The Times of India · Jul 22

Indian trucker with legal California driver's licence arrested over $3 million stolen powder

An Indian national is in the custody of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after authorities in Pennsylvania accused him of transporting nearly $3 million worth of stolen tungsten oxide powder, The New York Post reported.

The Times of India · Jul 22

India rallies around Hindu gym owner facing death threats for protecting Muslim shopkeeper

A moment from his video, in which he tells a crowd he is ‘Mohammad Deepak’, has become a rallying point for advocates of religious unity

The Independent UK · Feb 13

Deepak vs the mob: Tracing the names Kotdwar cops didn’t

Earlier this month, Deepak Kumar made headlines after intervening to protect an elderly Muslim shopkeeper from Hindutva vigilantes in Uttarakhand’s Kotdwar. What was less examined, however, was the police response that followed.

Newslaundry · Feb 12

Hungry Indians Queue For Israel Jobs As War In Gaza Rages

Indians queuing in long lines for jobs in Israel as the war with Hamas grinds on say the risks to their safety are preferable to hunger at home.

International Business Times · Jan 26, 2024

Silkyara tunnel rescue | 5 workers from Bihar return home

Five workers trapped in Silkyara-Barkot tunnel for 17 days return to Bihar. Accompanied by family members, they were welcomed with marigold garlands and shawls by officials and Minister of Labour Resources Dept. Workers thanked NEC, rat miners, SDRF and NDRF for rescue.

The Hindu · Dec 1, 2023

After 17 Days Trapped In Tunnel, India Workers Say Hope Kept Them Alive

After 17 days trapped inside a collapsed Himalayan road tunnel they were building, Indian workers described the horror of their ordeal, and the hopes and prayers that kept them strong.

International Business Times · Nov 29, 2023

Silkyara tunnel rescue | After swinging between hope and despair, relatives of workers breathe easy

Relatives of 41 workers trapped in Silkyara tunnel for over two weeks rejoice as they are rescued. Romen Narajari, Krishna Patelz, Chaudhary, and Rajni Tundu all express relief, vowing never to let their loved ones work in Silkyara again.

The Hindu · Nov 28, 2023

Uttarkashi tunnel collapse | Vertical hole, new road planned to reach 41 trapped workers

Rescue teams at Uttarkashi tunnel install 3rd auger machine to pierce rubble behind which 41 workers are trapped. 4-5 day timeline projected for workers to get out.

The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023