Vittal woman murder: four year old son testifies against father

February 18, 2011

Mangalore, February 18: A woman along with the support of her son killed her daughter-in-law in a fit of rage at Apperipade village in Vittal Kasba Hobli of Bantwal taluk near here and surrendered herself at a police station on Thursday.

The victim Saraswathi (27) breathed her last on the spot after being fatally attacked by her mother-in-law with a sickle. Her body bore more than 20 injuries.

According to pre-investigation reports, a clash between the accused Parwathi (60) and the Saraswathi over a trivial issue of selling land at Vitlla Kasba led to latter's tragic end.

Villagers said the family frequently witnessed quarrels over selling their land and it is said that Saraswathi was preventing her mother-in-law from selling the land which they reside.

On Thursday morning, Parvathi said to have picked a quarrel and in fit of rage fatally attacked her daughter-in-law with a sickle before surrendering herself at Vittal police station.

Two sickles have been found at the spot indicating that two persons would have committed the crime together. On suspicion basis, victim's husband Ravish Naik (32) too has been arrested.

Lohithashwa, the four year old son of Saraswathi-Ravish couple is said to be the eyewitness to the entire incident and it is learnt that the little boy has told the police that his father and grand-mother killed his mother. However, the little boy is said to be shell shocked.

Meanwhile, Saraswathi's father in a complaint to the police said that a quarry owner in the vicinity is suspected to be the conspirator of the murder.

Puttur ASP Rohini Katoch and Bantwal Inspector Nanjunde Gowda had visited the spot.

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From Dubai boom to Bengaluru backlash: Inside CJ Roy’s journey

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January 31,2026

Bengaluru: The shooting incident involving CJ Roy, founder of the Confident Group, has once again put the spotlight on a businessman whose life has swung between flamboyant global success and persistent controversy at home.

Though Roy’s business interests extended across continents, his roots lay firmly in Karnataka. An alumnus of Christ School in Bengaluru, he later moved to Tumakuru to pursue an engineering degree. Those familiar with his early years describe him as intensely ambitious, beginning his career as a salesman at a small electronics firm dealing in computers.

Roy’s entry into large-scale real estate came through the Crystal Group, where he worked closely with Latha Namboothiri and rose from manager to director. However, the launch of the Confident Group in 2005 was clouded by industry speculation. Insiders speak of a fallout involving alleged “benami” properties and claims of deception that ultimately led to his independent venture—an episode Roy spent years trying to distance himself from, according to associates.

A tale of two cities

Roy’s professional trajectory diverged sharply across geographies.

In Dubai, he built a reputation as a bold and efficient developer, completing massive luxury residential projects in record time—some reportedly within 11 months. His rapid project delivery and lavish lifestyle in the Emirates earned him admiration and visibility in the real estate sector.

In Bengaluru, however, his image remained far more fractured. Sources say Roy stayed away from the city for several years amid disputes over unpaid dues to vendors and suppliers. Several projects were allegedly stalled, with accusations of unfulfilled commitments to cement and steel suppliers continuing to follow him.

Roy’s return to Bengaluru’s business and social circles began around 2018, marked by a conscious attempt at rebranding. His appointment as Honorary Consul of the Slovak Republic added diplomatic legitimacy, which he complemented with visible CSR initiatives, including ambulance donations and high-profile charity events.

Heavy police presence in Langford Town

Following the incident, police personnel from the Central division were deployed outside the Confident Group building in Langford Town, which also houses the Slovak Honorary Consulate in Bengaluru.

The otherwise busy premises near Hosur Road wore a deserted look on Friday, reflecting the shock and uncertainty that followed the tragedy.

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