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If Leader of Opposition can't be appointed in Maharashtra, then abolish Deputy CM post too: Uddhav

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has demanded the appointment of the Leader of the Opposition in both Houses in Maharashtra. He added that if the appointment is not made citing rules, then the deputy chief minister's post should also be abolished as it is not a constitutional post. Uddhav raised the issue ahead of the Maharashtra assemblys winter session that is scheduled from Monday in Nagpur. The BJP-led Mahayuti government should immediately announce the Leader of the Opposition for both the Houses. Also, if you are going to cite the technical law, then the post of Deputy Chief Minister should be abolished immediately, because there is no provision for such a post anywhere in the Constitution, he said. To get the post of Leader of Opposition, an opposition party must have at least 10 per cent of the total strength of the assembly. In the Maharashtra assembly, there are a total of 288 members, so an opposition party must have 28 MLAs to get the post. However, there is no party in the opposition that fulfills the criteria. The Uddhav-led Shiv Sena has the highest number of MLAs with 20, followed by the Congress with 15 and the Sharad Pawar-led NCP SP with 10. On the other hand, the BJP has 132 MLAs, Shv Sena (Shinde) has 57, and DCM Ajit Pawar-led NCP has 41. If some portfolio has to be given, then give that to him (Eknath Shinde) but do not call him Deputy Chief Minister. This government should announce the post of Leader of the Opposition in both houses during the forthcoming winter session in Nagpur. This is our demand. If it is not fulfilled then we may approach the court as well, Uddhav told media persons on Saturday. We had demanded during the very first session that they should announce the Leader of the Opposition. Now a year has passed. For the first time in the history of the legislature, there is no Leader of the Opposition in both houses. This government is strong and it is supported by the central government. Despite this, why is this government afraid to appoint the Leader of the Opposition? he questioned.

CR announces 14 special trains for winter rush of passengers

The special trains have been planned in response to the high demand for travel and will run between major cities across India, including Madgaon, Nagpur, Bengaluru, Lucknow, Gorakhpur and Hazrat Nizamuddin (Delhi)

Three killed, eight critically injured as bus collides with parked truck in Maharashtra's Gondia

GONDIA: Three passengers were killed when a private bus coming from Chhattisgarh collided with a stationary truck near a village in Gondia district of Maharashtra, police said on Friday. Eight passengers of the Chhattisgarh-registered bus were critically injured in the accident which took place on National Highway-53 near Dhobisarad village under Deori tehsil shortly after midnight on Thursday, they said. The bus, belonging to a private travel agency, was going from Kawardha in Chhattisgarh to Chandrapur in Maharashtra. As the bus was passing through Deori at 12.20 am, the driver was unable to notice a truck parked on the roadside due to darkness and rammed into it, according to police. The impact of the collision was such that the front portion of the bus was completely damaged. There were 45 passengers in the bus and three of them perished in the crash. Two of them were identified as Sunita Hemlal Baghele (45), a resident of Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh, and Manoj Bablu Patle (40), a native Kawardha, while police did not provide details about the third deceased. The critically injured passengers were referred to Nagpur for advanced treatment, said police. On getting information about the crash, a police team led by Inspector Pravin Dange reached the spot and helped the injured come out of the bus with assistance from local residents. Ambulances from nearby Primary Health Centres and Rural Hospitals were summoned and used to ferry the injured passengers to hospitals. According to Assistant Police Inspector Mukesh Rathod, the truck got stranded on the roadside after running out of fuel. Bus driver Chandrashekhar Chaudhari failed to notice the truck and this led to the ghastly accident. The bus driver also got injured and both his legs were fractured in the crash, Rathod added.

CM Fadnavis not only runs BJP but also controls other parties in state, claims Maharashtra minister

Maharashtra BJP minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha has stirred a controversy by claiming that other parties in Maharashtra are also controlled by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. While inaugurating an exhibition at the World Trade Centre, Lodha praised Fadnavis, noting that he had started his political career in his youth with the BJPs student wing ABVP and then became the youngest mayor of Nagpur. Fadnavis has been with the party during tough times. Even in 2014, the BJP was in power but not in a great position in the state. But today, the scenario is different. Fadnavis, as chief minister and head of the party, not only runs the BJP, but also controls other political outfits in Maharashtra, Lodha claimed. On the occasion of the BJP-led Mahayuti government completing one year in power on Friday, a special portrait exhibition was held on the transformation of the city and state. Through these displayed photographs, we can see the different personalities of CM Devendra Fadnavis. I have been seeing him for the last 25 years in the state legislative assembly. Everyone knows him as a political personality; he treats each party member as his family member and is always there for us. He may or may not reply to your phone call or messages, but when it comes to helping in a crisis, Fadnavis is the first person to rush, Lodha said. Reacting to Lodha's remarks, Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad said his party is controlled only by Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde. He said Shinde is their leader and makes all decisions for the party, not Fadnavis. A political observer said that there is competition among the BJP leaders in states like Delhi, not to leave any opportunity to shower praise and demonstrate their affection and closeness to Fadnavis. This is nothing but sycophancy. And this sycophancy culture is growing in the BJP. Earlier, there was an exception in the BJP, but there is a rise of cult personalities in the BJP as well, he added.

HC rejects mosque's plea to use loudspeaker, says no religion mandates prayers with voice amplifiers

The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court denied a mosque permission to use loudspeakers for prayers. The court stated that using amplifiers for religious practice is not a right. Citing Supreme Court judgments, the bench emphasized that no religion mandates disturbing others' peace.

Pune Airport hit by major disruption as 32 IndiGo flights cancelled, 1 diverted

According to airport data, 16 arrivals and 16 departures of IndiGo were cancelled, while a NagpurPune flight was diverted to Hyderabad due to Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL)

Central Railway To Restrict Platform Ticket Sales At 13 Stations Including Nagpur

Exemptions will be made for persons accompanying senior citizens, ailing passengers, children, illiterate persons, and women who cannot manage on their own.

Mother's tragic nightmare in Nagpur: Woman jailed for killing 'rapist' contractor; minor daughters raped by father

A woman and her 17-year-son were sent to jail for killing a contractor as he allegedly tried to rape the woman. While the mother-son duo faced legal consequences, her husband allegedly raped their minor daughters, aged 9 and 12. The woman is out on bail but is struggling to find work due to stigma.

How IIM Nagpurs Executive MBA (Hybrid) empowers professionals to cultivate a strategic mindset

IIM Nagpur presents a new Executive MBA program for mid-career professionals. This two-year hybrid course blends online and offline learning. It helps professionals advance to leadership roles while continuing their careers. The curriculum focuses on strategic thinking and digital transformation. Participants gain analytical, leadership, and innovation skills. The program offers a field project and an option for an international week.

Nagpur Set To Host Maharashtra Legislatures Winter Session From December 814

The Maharashtra Legislature Winter Session in Nagpur runs December 8-14, 2025, including holidays. Acharya Devvrat will release a book on Devendra Fadnavis's Constitution speech.

Mumbai Diary | BJP-RSS silent social engineering at work

CM Devendra Fadnaviss medical help cell, in collaboration with government and social and community organisations, has planned three mega events. These initiatives aim at bringing marginalised and socially overlooked communities like Banjara, Lamana, Walmiki, Sikhlegal, and Mohayal etc together at one platform. The programme will start in Nagpur in presence of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Adityanath. It will then shift to Navi Mumbai where Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be present. Finally, it would culminate in Nanded under the banner of Hind Di Chanar, commemorating the 350th Shahidi Samagam of Sri Guru Tej Bahadur Sahib, with Prime Minister in attendance. Wedding bells ringing in Pawar household Wedding festivities at the Pawar household seem far from over. Even before the euphoria over the recent wedding of Dy CM Ajit Pawars nephew Yugendra Pawars to Taniska Kulkarni could settle, another event is on the horizon. This time, DCMs Ajit Pawars younger son Jay Pawar is all set to tie the knot on December 8, not in India, but in Bahrain. The celebrations is scheduled to be a four-day affair and include musical evenings, Mehndi and exchange of vows to say the least. Approximately 400 guests are expected to assemble in Bahrain for the destination wedding. According to sources in the Pawar family, other eligible bachelors of the family are also waiting eagerly for their special moments. Buzz about Cabinet reshuffle growing louder After the state local body elections, there is a growing buzz about a potential cabinet reshuffle. According to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, there is no vacancy in his cabinet. However, a reshuffle is being considered to replace the underperforming ministers with fresh and competent individuals. In addition to it, through this exercise, Fadnavis wants to get rid of the ministers with tarnished reputations and corruption scandals, as their negative behaviour is denting the image of his government. Sudhir Suryawanshi Our correspondent in Maharashtra suryawanshi.sudhir@gmail.com

NIA court rejects plea to transfer terror accused Shamil Nachan from Nagpur jail to Taloja Central Prison in Navi Mumbai

Wingter session of Maharashtra legislature in Nagpur from Dec 8 to Dec 14 with no weekend break

Devendra Fadnavis calls out state election bodys wrong decision

A Bharatiya Janata Party Chief Minister, in this case Maharashtras Devendra Fadnavis has found fault with his states Chief Electoral Officer, for postponing polling for two dozen municipal councils andnagarpanchayats from December 2 to December 20. It is apparently because of the consequence of the postponement: The Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Courts refusal to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

RTMNU result 2025 declared; check UG, PG course marksheets PDF at rtmnuresults.org

RTMNU Result 2025: Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU) has declared the RTMNU Result 2025 for various UG, PG, and PG Diploma courses. Students can download their marksheet PDFs from rtmnuresults.org using their roll numbers. Results have been released for programmes including LLB, BEd, MCom, BCom, BA LLB, BPEd, and other semester-based courses. The online scorecards include candidate details, exam information, and subject-wise marks. A direct link is available on the official result portal.

HSBC INDIA Expands its Presence in Gujarat with a New Branch in Vadodara

HSBC India on Saturday unveiled its new branch in Vadodara, Gujarat, marking a significant step in its strategic expansion across the country. This launch signifies the banks 27th branch in India and its second in Gujarat, following Reserve Bank of Indias approval earlier this year to open 20 new bank branches in key cities. Chef Ranveer Brar, Her Highness Radhikaraje Gaekwad, Maharani of Baroda & Sandeep Batra, Head, International Wealth & Premier Banking, HSBC India, at the branch inauguration Vadodara, known for its rapid economic growth and industrial prowess, is emerging as a significant hub for wealth creation. The city is home to a burgeoning population of affluent, High Net Worth (HNW), Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW), and non-resident clients in one of Indias rapidly growing wealth and industrial hubs. HSBCs new branch is strategically positioned to meet the financial and wealth needs of this customer segment. The expansion reinforces HSBCs focus on the wealth opportunity in India, where it is the leading international bank offering a full spectrum of solutions and services to clients across International Wealth and Premier Banking, and Corporate and Institutional Banking. Commenting on the launch, Sandeep Batra, Head of International Wealth and Premier Banking, HSBC India , said, As entrepreneurial spirit and innovation continue to drive economic growth and personal wealth, affluent customers are increasingly adopting a global outlook. They are seeking a trusted partner who is able to consistently serve them across jurisdictions. Our new branch in Vadodara reflects our commitment to being closer to our customers and delivering world-class banking solutions tailored to their unique needs. As the leading international bank in India, we remain focused on enabling our clients to unlock opportunities and achieve their aspirations, both in India and internationally . With this addition, HSBC now has a network of 27 branches across 15 cities in India. HSBC has maintained a strong presence in India for over 170 years, supporting customers in their financial journeys both locally and globally. Further HSBC India will open branches in Amritsar, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Dehradun, Faridabad, Indore, Jalandhar, Kanpur, Ludhiana, Lucknow, Mysuru, Nagpur, Nashik, Navi Mumbai, Patna, Rajkot, Surat, Thiruvananthapuram and Vishakhapatnam. About HSBC India HSBC India offers a full range of banking and financial services through 27 branches across 15 cities. HSBC is one of India's leading financial services groups, with around 44,000 employees in its banking, investment banking and capital markets, asset management, insurance, software development and global resourcing operations in the country. It is a leading custodian in India. The Bank is at the forefront in arranging deals for Indian companies investing overseas and foreign investments into the country. About HSBC Holdings plc HSBC Holdings plc, the parent company of HSBC, is headquartered in London. HSBC serves customers worldwide from offices in 60 countries and territories. With assets of US$3,099bn at 30 September 2024, HSBC is one of the worlds largest banking and financial services organisations.

Counting of votes polled in Maharashtra local body elections deferred to Dec 21

Both ruling, Opposition parties slam State Election Commission; NCP-SP casts doubt about EVM tampering; on Tuesday, the Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court directed the SEC not to commence counting procedures on December 3 for the local body polls held a day before

Zesty serves

As the temperature dips, the markets are filled with colourful fruits. Adding to their hues are the juicy oranges. From the imported Malta variant to the Kamala or Nagpur orange, there are many an option to choose from. Packed with vitamin C, they taste best when eaten as is. But this versatile fruit, and its peel, are used across households to make desserts, condiments, and more. Team CE brings you some recipes to try out this season. Orange Carrot Cake by Chef Firozi Karanjia Ingredients: For the cake: Orange juice (fresh): cup Vegetable oil: cup Eggs (room temperature): 4 All-purpose flour: 2 cups Baking powder: 1 tbsp White sugar: 1 cup Carrot (grated): 1 cup Orange zest: 1 tbsp For the orange glaze (optional): Orange juice: 2 tbsp Icing sugar (powdered sugar): 1/3 cup Orange zest: 2 tbsp Method: Preheat the oven to 175C (350F). Line a 22-cm (9-inch) round springform or cake pan with parchment paper and grease the sides with butter or nonstick spray. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until fluffy, using an electric whisk. Gradually, add the sugar and whisk again until well combined. Add the oil and orange juice to the egg mixture and whisk briefly. In a separate medium bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and orange zest. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and whisk until just combined. Finally, stir in the grated carrots using a spatula. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and level the top. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick or skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean. To add the glaze: While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by combining the orange juice, powdered sugar, and orange zest in a bowl. Stir well until smooth. As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, pour or brush the orange glaze evenly over the warm cake. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before transferring to a wire rack and serving. Orange Peel Thuvayal by Chef Shribala Ingredients: Orange peel: 5 (approx. 250 g) Red chilli: 8 Rock salt: to taste Bengal gram: 2 tbsp Black gram: 1 tbsp Asafoetida: 1 tsp Tamarind juice: 1 tbsp Jaggery: 1 tbsp Oil: 2 tbsp For seasoning: Mustard seeds: 1 tsp Bengal gram: 1 tsp Black gram:1 tsp Curry leaves: 1 sprig Oil: 1 tbsp Method: Chop the orange peel into smaller pieces and wash it thoroughly. In a heavy-bottomed kadai , add a tbsp of oil and chopped orange skin and saut until soft. Remove and let it cool. In the same kadai , add the remaining oil and add Bengal gram, black gram, asafoetida, red chilli and saut till both the grams are golden brown. Add these sauted ingredients to the mixer along with orange peel, salt, tamarind, jaggery, and grind it nicely by sprinkling water. In a small kadai , add oil, crackle mustard, Bengal gram, black gram, curry leaves and pour it on the thuvayal . Lip-smacking orange peel thuvayal is ready to be served with plain rice and ghee. Orange Popsicle by Priyathama K Ingredients: Orange juice: 400 ml Nutmeg powder: 1 tsp Orange zest: 1 tsp Powdered sugar: 1-2 tbsp Method: Mix the above ingredients and transfer the liquid into popsicle trays. Cover the tray with foil, and make slits for each popsicle. Stick ice cream sticks into slits made on the foil and freeze before serving. Orange Tea By Archana Kiran Ingredients: Peel of one orange Tea powder: 1 spoon Water Honey Method: Dry the orange peels. Boil water in a pan and add a few pieces of the dried peel. After a few minutes, add tea powder and let it boil. Strain and serve, with or without milk, and honey. Note: Do not boil after adding milk. Orange Peel Vatha Kozhambu by Geetha Radhakrishnan Ingredients: Gingelly oil: 3 tbsp Mustard seeds: a pinch Fenugreek seeds: a pinch Bengal gram: 1 tsp Red chilli: 2 Sambar powder: 2 tbsp Cleaned orange peels from 1 or 2 small fruits Tamarind paste: 1-2 tbsp soaked and extracted with 2 cups of water Salt to taste Asafoetida: a pinch Curry leaves: a few Method: To a kadai , add gingelly oil. Once hot, add the first four ingredients, followed by the cleaned orange peels. Fry them until golden brown. To this, add the tamarind water, sambar powder, salt, and asafoetida, and boil it on medium flame. Once the curry reduces to half its quantity, temper it with curry leaves. If you desire a thicker concoction, you can mix rice flour to 2 teaspoon of water and add the mixture to the curry before removing it off the stove. Orange Posset by Ann Leah Sam Ingredients : Heavy cream: 1 cup Cane sugar: 1/3 cup Orange juice: 1/4 cup Vanilla: 1-2 tsp Zest from 1 orange Method: Part I: Cream mixture Take 3 orange peel halves or 4 ramekins. In a bowl, mix sugar with orange zest. Rub them together with your hands until the sugar turns fragrant and orange-tinted. Whisk in heavy cream and vanilla until smooth. Pour the mixture into a saucepan, heat on low, and bring to a gentle simmer. Remove from heat and stir in orange juice. Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to remove the zest. Part II: Assemble & chill Cut 2 oranges in half and scoop out the insides. Pour the cream mixture into each hollowed orange half (or use ramekins if you prefer).Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set. Garnish with a mint sprig before serving, if desired. Orange Peel Pickle by Chef Shribala Ingredients: Orange peel: 500 g Ginger (chopped): 200 g Whole garlic: 100 g Tamarind juice: 100 ml Jaggery: 100 g Oil: 250 ml Red chilli powder: 150 g Whole red chilli: 10 Curry leaves: 1 sprig Salt: cup Roasted fenugreek powder: 1 tbsp Roasted mustard powder: 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar: cup Asafoetida: 1 tbsp Mustard: 1 tbsp Kalonji: 1 tbsp Method: Start collecting the peels from the oranges; shade dry; scrape the inner side and remove the inner pith. Cut these peels into small strips. wash and pat dry these strips. In a kadai , add 100 ml of oil. Let it heat up. Crackle mustard, then fenugreek, kalonji , and curry leaves. Tear up red chilli into small pieces and add it to the oil. Add curry leaves, asafoetida, garlic and saut until golden brown. Add ginger saut till it releases nice aroma; add the tamarind pulp, orange peel, and salt. Add the remaining oil and switch off the stove; let it cool for five minutes. Now add the red chilli powder, jaggery, roasted fenugreek powder, and roasted mustard powder. Mix well after adding the apple cider vinegar and let it rest. Cool it in a clean glass jar for future use. Orange Sorbet By Rose George Ingredients: Orange juice: 2 cups Water: 1 cup Sugar: 1 cup (or less) Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon Method: Heat the water and sugar in a pot until the sugar dissolves. Let the syrup cool fully. Mix the cold syrup with the orange juice and lemon juice. Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container. Freeze for 2 hours. Take it out and scrape the frozen edges with a fork. Return it to the freezer. Scrape it again every hour, 3-4 times. Freeze until firm. Scoop and serve cold. One Ingredient Mandarin Ice Cream by Priyathama K Ingredients: Mandarin oranges: 2 Condensed milk and whipped cream: optional Method: Take two mandarins, peel the skin off and place the fruit segments into a tray. Freeze it overnight. Once frozen, add the fruit segments to a blender or a food processor, and blend. Use a spoon to push the mixture down and continue blending until you get a smooth consistency and serve. Alternatively, you can blend the fresh fruit, beat it with condensed milk and whipped cream, transfer the mixture to a tray and freeze it overnight before serving. Orange Chicken By Meghanand S Ingredients: Chicken breasts (boneless skinless): 4 Eggs (whisked): 3 Cornstarch: 1/3 cup Flour: 1/3 cup Salt Oil for frying For orange sauce: Orange juice: 1 cup Sugar: 1/2 cup Rice vinegar (or white vinegar): 2 tbsp Soy sauce: 2 tbsp Ginger: 1/4 tsp Garlic powder or 2 minced garlic cloves: 1/4 tsp Red chilli flakes: 1/2 tsp Zest of 1 orange Cornstarch: 1 tbsp Water: 2 tbsp For garnish: Green onions Orange zest Method: Mix orange juice, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and chilli flakes in a pot. Heat for 3 minutes. Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoon water and add to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes until thick, then turn off heat and stir in orange zest. For the chicken, mix cornstarch, flour, and salt in a bowl. Dip chicken pieces in the egg, then coat in the flour mixture. Heat oil to medium-high. Fry chicken in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove and drain the oil. Toss the chicken in the orange sauce. Garnish with green onions and extra zest. Serve with rice.

Bombay HC bench order delays Maharashtra local body results to Dec 21; Opposition raises concern

MUMBAI: Following directions from the Bombay High Courts Nagpur bench, the State Election Commission has postponed the local body polls result to December 21 instead of December 3. The local body elections for Nagar Panchayat and Parishad voting were held on Tuesday, and the results were initially scheduled for December 3. However, after the courts instructions, the counting has been rescheduled to December 21, alongside the results of other local body elections. Voting for the remaining local bodies is set for December 20. The court also directed that no person shall publish or publicise, through print, electronic media, or any other means, any exit poll results during the period starting from the beginning of polling hours on December 2 until half an hour after the polls close on December 20. The court further stated that the model code of conduct will continue to apply until the declaration of results. The opposition raised questions over the delay in announcing the counting day, despite the schedule set by the State Election Commission. Maharashtra Congress president Harshvardhan Sapkal said that he has witnessed several elections but has never seen such a change to the election result schedule announced on the day of voting. He alleged that the public is losing trust in the election process due to manipulations by the ruling party. We have seen how people with bogus Aadhar and election ID were casting their votes. Our congress workers identified these bogus voters and informed the police, but no action was taken against the bogus voters. Now, there is a delay in the election result. All are very surprising, Sapkal said.

More than 700 cough syrup manufacturers subjected to intense audit: Government tells Rajya Sabha

NEW DELHI: More than 700 cough syrup manufacturers were subjected to intense audit and increased market surveillance sampling of syrup formulations was done by central and state drugs regulators in the wake of children deaths allegedly due to consumption of contaminated cough syrups, Rajya Sabha was informed on Tuesday. Upon receipt of reports of a cluster of child deaths from Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, a central team of experts visited Chhindwara and Nagpur and undertook a detailed investigation of the reported cases and deaths in coordination with the Madhya Pradesh state authorities, Minister of State for Health Anupriya Patel said in a written reply. The team comprised an epidemiologist, a microbiologist, an entomologist, and drug inspectors from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), National Institute of Virology (NIV), and Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). A total of 19 drug samples, reportedly consumed by the affected children, were collected from the treating private practitioners and nearby retail stores for testing, Patel said. Chemical analysis of these 19 samples indicated that 15 samples were of standard quality, while 4 samples were declared not of standard quality (NSQ), she stated. As per the test report, the content of Diethylene Glycol (DEG) in Syrup Coldrif manufactured by Sresan Pharmaceutical located in Kancheepuram, Tamil Nadu and consumed by the deceased children was found to be 46.28 per cent w/v, Patel said in her reply. The premises of M/s Sresan Pharmaceuticals was inspected. Several critical and major good manufacturing practices violations including unhygienic storage conditions were observed, the matter regarding the criminal action against the manufacturer was taken up by CDSCO with the Tamil Nadu government, she said. The state drugs controller Nadu cancelled the manufacturing licence. Further, following the incident, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Odisha and Puducherry, where the impugned cough syrup batches were supplied, ordered immediate ban and recall, Patel informed. Criminal case has been registered in the matter by Madhya Pradesh and strict action has been taken including the arrest of persons involved. An advisory has been issued on October 3 to health departments and healthcare facilities of all states and Union territories to ensure rational use of paediatric cough syrups, Patel said. Further, the Drugs Controller (India) directed all states and Union territories drug controllers on October 7 to ensure strict compliance with testing requirements under the Drugs Rules, 1945, and on October 21 instructed them to maintain heightened vigilance against spurious and substandard drugs and take prompt action under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940. More than 700 cough syrup manufacturers have been subjected to intense audit in coordination with state authorities and increased market surveillance sampling of syrup formulations by central and state drugs regulators has also been done, Patel stated. In addition to the existing requirements of testing the raw materials, the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission, Ghaziabad has issued an amendment to Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP) 2022, to also mandate the testing for DEG and Ethylene Glycol (EG) in oral liquids at finished product stage before market release, she said.

'Dec 21, Not Dec 3': High Court On Maharashtra Local Body Poll Results

The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court on Tuesday directed the Maharashtra State Election Commission (SEC) to hold the counting of votes for all the local body polls on December 21, instead of December 3.

World leaders listen when Modi speaks, this reflects India's rising global strength: RSS chief Bhagwat

PUNE: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has said world leaders listen carefully when Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks and this is happening because India's strength is getting manifested and the country is finding its rightful place. Speaking at an event organised in Pune on Monday to mark 100 years of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Bhagwat suggested one should not look forward to celebrating milestones like jubilees or centenaries, but aim to complete the given task within the stipulated time. That is what the Sangh has been doing. Though the Sangh has completed 100 years, braving challenges and weathering many storms, it is time to introspect why the task of uniting the entire society has taken so long, he told the gathering. It is generally believed that when India rises, global problems get resolved, conflicts diminish, and peace prevails, the RSS leader opined. This is recorded in history, and we must recreate it. This is the need of the hour. The current global situation demands this from India. And that is why Sangh volunteers have been working since day one with the resolve to complete this mission, he noted. Highlighting India's growing stature at the global stage, Bhagwat said, Why is Prime Minister (Modi) being heard globally with rapt attention? He is being heard because India's strength is now beginning to manifest at places where it rightfully should. And that has made the world take notice. Noting the sacrifices made by RSS founder Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, who established the Hindutva organisation in Nagpur in 1925, Bhagwat recalled that Sangh volunteers began their journey of achieving the mission given to them amid numerous adversities and challenges. There was no certainty that their work would yield positive results, observed the RSS leader, referring to early months and years of the Sangh. They (Sangh volunteers) sowed the seeds of success and paved the path for transformation by dedicating their lives. Our gratitude must remain with them, he added. Narrating an anecdote to the gathering, the RSS chief said he was once told the Sangh arrived 30 years late. I responded by saying we did not arrive late. Instead, you started listening to us late, Bhagwat stated. When the Sangh speaks about the strength of dialogue and collective work, it refers to the entire society, he affirmed. Our foundation lies in unity through diversity. We must walk together, and for that, Dharma is essential. In India, all philosophies originate from a single source. Because everything is interconnected, (and) we must move ahead in harmony, Bhagwat asserted.

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Some Bharatiyas Dont Know Our Own Indian Languages: RSS Chief Urges Wider Use Of Mother Tongue

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat was addressing a gathering at the release of the English version of 'Shri Dnyaneshwari' in Maharashtra's Nagpur.

Some Bharatiya people don't know our own languages: RSS chief Bhagwat

NAGPUR: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday expressed concern over the declining use of Indian languages and mother tongues, saying the situation has reached a point where some Bharatiya people do not know our own languages. Speaking at a book release event in Nagpur, Bhagwat appealed to society to introspect on the erosion of linguistic heritage. There was a time when entire communication, sharing, daily business was in Sanskrit. Now, some American professor teaches us Sanskrit, when in reality we should have been teaching it to the world. Many children today do not know some very basic and simple words and often speak at home in a mix of their mother tongue and English, he said. The situation has reached a point where some Bharatiya people do not know our own Indian languages, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief said. He maintained that English-medium education was not to blame, but the reluctance to speak Indian languages at home was aggravating the situation. If we speak our language properly in our home, things would be better. But we do not do it, he said. Even seers now reach out in English, which is understandable, but still indicative of changing linguistic preferences, Bhagwat noted. Referring to Sant Dnyaneshwar, he said the saint brought the knowledge of the Bhagavad Gita into Marathi for a better understanding of society. Now the problem is that there are not enough words in the English language that capture the essence and depth of the thoughts or concepts expressed in our languages. A single word used by Dnyaneshwar often requires multiple English words without fully conveying the intended meaning, he said. Citing an example, he pointed to Kalpavruksha, the wish-fulfilling tree from mythology in Indian tradition. How will you translate Kalpavruksha in English? Bhagwat asked, stressing the limitations of translating culturally rich concepts into a foreign language. He said such examples highlight why Indian languages must be preserved and strengthened. Bhagwat further said that Indian philosophical traditions emphasise unity despite physical differences. Where there is faith, we all are an expression of the one, he said, recalling how a seer once told foreign visitors that debating whether there is one God or many was unnecessary since the existence of the divine itself was central. Bhagwat said the Indian tradition teaches people to think beyond individual interests and consider the welfare of families and communities. This has been told to people in different words and different formats, he said. Bhagwat said that debates on whether the Bhagavad Gita emphasises knowledge or action overlook its holistic approach. Like a bird cannot fly without wings, we need two wings - knowledge and karma - and the bird itself is your faith. Knowledge without faith is like (demon king) Ravana, he added.

Some Bharatiya People Dont Know Our Own Languages: RSS Chief Bhagwat

Nagpur, Nov 30: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday expressed concern over the declining use of Indian languages and mother tongues, saying the situation has reached a point where some Bharatiya people do not know our own languages. Speaking at a book release event in Nagpur, Bhagwat appealed to society to introspect on the erosion of linguistic heritage. There was a time when entire communication, sharing, daily business was in Sanskrit. Now, some American professor teaches us Sanskrit, when in [] The post Some Bharatiya People Dont Know Our Own Languages: RSS Chief Bhagwat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Gandhis Observation On Indians Lacking Unity Before British Rule Shaped By Colonial Teaching: RSS Chief

Nagpur, Nov 29: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday said Mahatma Gandhis observation about Indians lacking unity before the British rule was a false narrative shaped by colonial teaching. Gandhiji wrote in (his book) Hind Swaraj that we were not united before the British came, but that is a false narrative taught to us by them, Bhagwat said, speaking at the national book festival in Nagpur. Written by Gandhi in Gujarati in 1908, and translated by him [] The post Gandhis Observation On Indians Lacking Unity Before British Rule Shaped By Colonial Teaching: RSS Chief appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says, `Nationalism is not an issue in India`

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said at the Nagpur Book Festival that nationalism has never been an issue in India, stressing that the Indian idea of rashtra differs from the Western notion of nationhood. He added that attempts to label the RSS as merely nationalist stem from a misunderstanding of its broader cultural vision

Indias Tradition Rooted In Fraternity, Dispute Not In Our Nature: Bhagwat

Mumbai, Nov 29: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday said engaging in disputes is not in Indias nature and asserted that the countrys tradition has always emphasised fraternity and collective harmony. Speaking at an event in Nagpur, Bhagwat said that Indias concept of nationhood differs fundamentally from Western interpretations. We do not have any argument with anyone. We stay away from disputes. Having a dispute is not in our countrys nature. Being together and fostering fraternity is [] The post Indias Tradition Rooted In Fraternity, Dispute Not In Our Nature: Bhagwat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

ASI firms up framework to end excavation delays

NEW DELHI: Learning from years of stalled excavations and delayed reports, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is preparing a structured framework to ensure that major archaeological projects no longer hinge on individual officers or collapse when they are transferred or retire. The proposed guidelines, officials said, will clearly define objectives for every excavation, establish continuity regardless of personnel changes, and impose stricter accountability across branches. At present, excavations often run on the initiative of individual officials. When one leaves, there is no coordination and the next person starts work in a completely different way, an official familiar with the plan said. These are long-term projects and must have defined goals. Once the mechanism is in place, archaeological work, excavations or museum projects will continue seamlessly, and the scope can be expanded or reduced as needed. A key focus of the overhaul is fixing the weak link that has plagued ASI for decades, the preparation and publication of excavation reports. In several cases, findings have not been submitted to ASI headquarters for years after fieldwork ended. To address this, ASI plans to enforce firm deadlines. Excavators have been told to submit a primary report within three months of completing fieldwork, supported by fortnightly updates. Analytical components that require laboratory testing can follow later. Annual reports, officials said, must also be filed on schedule and full project reports completed within three years. The Survey currently has over 20 active excavation sites, supported by six dedicated excavation branches in Nagpur, Delhi, Patna, Bhubaneswar, Vadodara and Mysore. Recent work includes the fortified ancient city at Vadnagar in Gujarat, Rakhigarhi in Haryana, and Hastinapur in Uttar Pradesh. To avoid the chronic post-fieldwork gaps that slow down documentation, excavation teams will now be required to remain on site for additional days after digging concludes. Surveyors, archaeologists, photographers, they come from different units. Once they disperse, coordination becomes difficult. The team must stay together to finish preliminary records and compile the basic report, an official said. Between 2014 and 2024, the Modi government allocated Rs 9,652 crore to ASI, including Rs 63.27 crore specifically for excavations. Major digs during this period, Rakhigarhi in Haryana, Sinauli in Uttar Pradesh, Keezhadi in Tamil Nadu, remain without published official reports. Excavators have presented findings at conferences and in interviews, but the formal documentation is still absent. In 2023, ASI told a Rajya Sabha standing committee it had received 11 reports from Bihar, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh, but all of them were still under vetting. The committee urged ASI to expedite the process and make the reports public. New mandate ASI has over 20 active excavation sites, supported by six dedicated branches. Excavators to submit a primary report within three months of completing fieldwork, supported by fortnightly updates. Excavation teams required to remain on site after digging concludes, to finish preliminary records and compile basic report. Annual reports to be filed on schedule and full project reports completed within 3 yrs. From 2014 to 2024, the Modi govt allocated Rs 9,652 cr to ASI, including Rs 63.27 cr for excavations.

Upset Over Parents Not Giving Her Phone, Nagpur Teen Dies By Suicide

The girl, a Class 8 student, used to like playing games on mobile phones. When she asked her parents to buy one for her, they refused.

Nagpur SHOCKER: Another teen suicide, upset over parents not giving her mobile phone, 13 year-old takes extreme step when alone at home

In a tragic case from Nagpur, a 13-year-old girl died by suicide on Sunday after her parents declined her request to buy a mobile phone. The incident, occurred in a slum colony near the Hanuman Temple in Chankapur.

Nagpur Teen Dies By Suicide After Parents Refuse To Buy Her Mobile Phone

Earlier this month, a 16-year-old boy from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar died after jumping from a hill when his mother refused to buy him a mobile phone.

Positive changes made to history textbooks, Akbar and Tipu no longer called great': RSS leader

NAGPUR: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader Sunil Ambekar has said that many positive changes have been introduced in history textbooks, and epithet 'the great' is no longer used to describe Mughal emperor Akbar or Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan. Although the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has brought these changes, obody has been removed from these textbooks as the new generation should know their cruel deeds. Ambekar addressed a gathering at the Orange City Literature festival organised by SGR Knowledge Foundation here on Friday. India has vast and rich resources of ancient knowledge, which if we learn and understand can help us a lot in our lives. This rich knowledge can be given to the world as well, but for that we also need to focus on that knowledge, the Akhil Bharatiya Prachar Pramukh of the RSS said. Now, history textbooks are changing and I am very happy that NCERT took a very good initiative and made changes in the books of 11 classes out of the textbooks of 15 classes. The changes in the books of Classes 9, 10 and 12 will be introduced next year, he said. I could see that many good changes have been brought in the history books, and more could be done in the future. But now, they (history textbooks) do not have 'Akbar the Great' nor do they have 'Tipu Sultan the Great'. Many changes have been brought, although nobody has been removed from these books as the new generation should know their cruel deeds and should also know because of whom we were victimised and from whom we should be free, he said. Some people say this should not be said but this cannot happen and it should be told. Ambekar also talked about Nalanda University and said that people think that only Ved Puran, Ramayana and Mahabharata were taught there. But if you go through the syllabus of Nalanda University, you will get to know what was taught there. It is a very old university, he said. Along with literature, 76 types of skill-based courses were also taught in Nalanda University, which were taught to all and these skills included farming, urban planning, make-up, secret agent, political governance, mechanisation and several others, Ambekar said. According to the RSS leader, India is prospering and we should think about what our future society should be like. People across the world kept compromising on their civilization and culture in the process of development, and surrendered to the markets and new technologies. Although it brought facilities, it came at the cost of personal and family life, our values and relations, he added. Talking about Ram temple in Ayodhya, he said some people think why RSS put all its strength for the construction of this temple. I would say it was not just about building the temple...It was built, but we should think about our relation with Lord Ram along with the temple. What is our relationship with the culture of Lord Ram, what is the meaning of the culture of Ram and what relationship does it have with the culture of our country and our future life. It was a campaign to make people understand all this and it was done very nicely and I think now the youth are keeping self respect about the dharma, he said. Ambekar praised the country's youth, saying the new generation is very able and has all the exposure. They are very patriotic and patriotism is a cool thing for them, he said.

Starbucks Coffee Company and Tata Starbucks Announce a Farmer Support Partnership (FSP) to Strengthen the Coffee Value Chain from Bean to Cup

Established under a strategic collaboration between Starbucks Coffee Company & Tata Starbucks, the FSP aims to empower 10,000 Indian coffee farmers by 2030 Starbucks will open its 500th coffeehouse in India this week in Delhi NCR a Starbucks Reserve location offering a premium and immersive coffee experience Reaffirming its long-term commitment to India, and its plans to deepen its coffee leadership in the market, Starbucks Coffee Company today announced the establishment of a Farmer Support Partnership (FSP). In collaboration with Tata Starbucks Private Limited, the FSP will connect local agronomists and farmers to global farming best practices through open-source agronomy. Starbucks Coffee Company and Tata Starbucks re-affirm coffee leadership and announce a Farmer Support Partnership (FSP) to strengthen the coffee value chain from Bean to Cup Strengthening Indias coffee value chain from bean to cup Starbucks Coffee Trading Company, SARL (SCTC), Starbucks global procurement and trading subsidiary, will collaborate closely with Tata Starbucks to empower 10,000 farmers by 2030. The FSP based in Karnataka will combine Tata Starbucks deep local knowledge, Indias coffee-growing heritage, and decades of Starbucks global agronomy expertise. It will support farmers from Indias key coffee growing states including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala to strengthen connections with Starbucks global network, drive innovation, and share best practices in farming and sustainability to ensure a sustainable future for India coffee. The FSP will set up technical model farms in partnership with farmers in India, incorporating global learnings, to embed best practices in coffee agronomy and test sustainable solutions. The FSP in India will serve as a hub for testing new varietals, provide knowledge on innovative farming techniques aligned to Indian practices and conditions, and share insights about other agroforestry initiatives to improve coffee quality, productivity and climate resiliency. The goal is to build upon traditional methods to help farmers improve both the quality of their crops and their profitability. The FSP will work closely with existing centers of excellence within the Starbucks global network. This includes partnering with Farmer Support Centers (FSC) in coffee-growing regions around the world, where agronomists collaborate directly with farmers on research, and learning from existing model farms within Starbucks supply chain. This network includes FSCs in the APAC region in North Sumatra, Indonesia and Yunnan, China and Hacienda Alsacia in Costa Rica, Starbucks first company-operated coffee farm and headquarters to the Starbucks Costa Rica Farmer Support Center and Starbucks Global Research and Development team. Through the FSP, Indian farmers will also benefit from Starbucks 2026 global digital training tools, which will offer detailed online modules on agronomy, coffee quality, and C.A.F.E. (Coffee and Farmer Equity) practices to foster ethical sourcing and ultimately enhance productivity and sustainability. It will also educate farmers about Regen-Ag (regenerative agriculture) practices and methods to reduce carbon, water, and waste footprints, and contribute to agroforestry and social development initiatives. The FSP will develop projects across the key Starbucks commitments of unlocking coffee productivity, increasing farm profitability and building climate resiliency over the next 5 years. To build capability and strengthen Indias entire coffee value chain, Tata Starbucks will also donate one million high-yield variety Arabica seedlings to farmers over the next five years. During his visit to India this week, Brian Niccol, chairman and chief executive officer of Starbucks said, India is one of our fastest-growing markets. Were partnering with Tata to shape the future of coffee in India, including supporting farmers, empowering communities, and delivering the highest quality offerings to our customers. Its a long-term commitment to build a stronger, more sustainable coffee ecosystem that benefits everyone, from bean to cup . Sunil D'Souza, Managing Director & CEO at Tata Consumer Products said, Through the past decade, together, Tata Consumer Products and Starbucks, have helped shape Indias thriving coffee culture and industry. With this new initiative, we are pleased to pair Starbucks global agronomy expertise with Tatas footprint in India to drive tangible impact and pave the way for the future of responsible coffee farming in India . Re-affirming Starbucks coffee leadership through differentiated and elevated experiences Since its inception in 2012 as a joint venture between Starbucks Coffee Company and Tata Consumer Products, Tata Starbucks has been dedicated to delivering the unique Starbucks Experience to customers in India. This has set the stage for Indias ever evolving and dynamic coffee culture. This week, Tata Starbucks will celebrate the opening of its 500th coffeehouse in India, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey and reaffirming its long-term commitment to the market. As one of Starbucks fastest-growing international markets, India remains central to the companys plans for strategic and sustainable expansion, with continued focus on job creation and meaningful development opportunities for its partners (employees). The 500th coffeehouse will be the second location to offer a Starbucks Reserve coffee experience in Delhi NCR, engaging coffee enthusiasts with an immersive experience that showcases Starbucks coffee craft, heritage, and storytelling. The coffeehouse and its Starbucks Reserve experience underscore Tata Starbucks commitment to elevating Indias coffee craftsmanship through elevated store design, handcrafted beverages, and locally inspired innovations. As part of the global strategy to make Starbucks a welcoming coffeehouse where people gather to enjoy the finest coffee handcrafted by skilled baristas, Tata Starbucks will continue to focus on creating a differentiated and elevated coffee forward experience in India. It invites customers to experience the full flavor profile it offers - serving the worlds finest coffee and elevated offerings in a welcoming coffeehouse environment that has made it a beloved part of Indias coffee landscape. Sushant Dash, chief executive officer of Tata Starbucks said, As the largest specialty coffee player in India, we are proud to bring the Farmer Support Partnership in collaboration with SCTC, a meaningful step toward strengthening Indias coffee-growing community and securing the future of high-quality Arabica. Our commitment to India extends beyond growth, to investing in farmers, partners (employees) and customers to continue building a vibrant coffee culture. We will continue to serve the finest Arabica coffee from India and around the world, brought to life through the warm, welcoming third place experience that defines Starbucks . About Starbucks Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting high-quality arabica coffee. Today, with more than 40,000 stores worldwide, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at about.starbucks.com or starbucks.com . About Tata Starbucks Private Limited Starbucks entered the Indian market in October 2012 through a 50/50 Joint Venture with Tata Consumer Products Limited and currently operates more than 497 stores in India across 81 cities, Agra, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Alibaug, Amritsar, Anand, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Bhatinda, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Calicut, Chandigarh, Chennai, Dehradun, Faridabad, Gandhinagar, Ghaziabad, Goa, Guntur, Gurgaon, Guwahati, Gwalior Haridwar, Hyderabad, Coimbatore, Indore, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Jodhpur, Kanpur, Kochi, Kolhapur, Kolkata, Lonavala, Lucknow, Ludhiana, Mangalore, Meerut, Mumbai, Mussoorie, Mysore, Nagpur, Nashik, New Delhi, Noida, Pathankot, Patiala, Pondicherry, Pune, Raipur, Siliguri, Sonipat, Surat, Thrissur, Trivandrum, Udaipur, Vadodara, Vapi, Varanasi, Vijayawada, Varanasi and Vizag are cities in India. through a network of over 4,437 passionate partners (employees). Starbucks stores are operated by the joint venture, Tata Starbucks Private Limited, and branded as Starbucks Coffee - A TATA Alliance.

In first public address after resignation, Dhankhar praises RSS with a cryptic reference to his past

BHOPAL: In his first public address since his surprise resignation as the countrys vice-president in July 2025, Jagdeep Dhankhar heaped praises on the RSS and made a cryptic reference to his recent past. Addressing a gathering at an RSS event in Bhopal on Friday evening, the former vice president said, I cannot skip my duty for catching the flight and friends. My recent past is proof of it. He made the remark when a man approached him during the event and reminded him about the timing of his return flight to Delhi. Dhankhar was the chief speaker at the launch of senior RSS leader Dr Manmohan Vaidyas book Hum Aur Yeh Vishwa. Praising the RSS, Dhankar said, We live in an age where perception dictates everything, no matter how much you deny it. We are in the era of information warfare; god forbid anyone gets caught in the trap of narrative. Once one gets caught in this chakravyuh (trap), it's very difficult to get out. Im not citing my own example. While criticising RSS bashers and praising the Sangh, Dhankhar claimed, It (RSS) works for humanity and the worlds welfare. This book is an eye-opener and dismantles the long propaganda and continuously propagated myths portraying the RSS as ultra-right and anti-minority. They have even gone to the extent of linking it to the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi. The untenability of all this now stands fully exposed, but they are still sticking to it. The book explains the concept of Rashtriya Dharm . The RSS, the most stabilising force in Bharat, works for humanity and global welfare. Dr Pranab Mukherjee, who adorned the office of President and was one of the tallest statesmen of his time, went to Nagpur on July 1, 2018...look at the level of criticism then, the extremity of criticism, crossing all bounds, calling it blasphemous. And Pranab Da, by just one sentence, put that controversy to rest when he visited the birthplace of Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, he said. He (Mukherjee) wrote...I quote one sentence... Today I came here to pay my respect and homage to a great son of Mother India. Undoubtedly, what a powerful word he spoke, Dhankhar added. Earlier in the day, reacting to the absence of BJP leaders at Bhopal Airport to receive Dhankar, former chief minister and Congress MP Digvijaya Singh said, For them (BJP leaders), only those are important who are useful to them. Use and throw is BJPs hallmark. I cant say about the RSS, as he (Dhankhar) has come for the Sanghs programme only. It is unfortunate that no government minister came to receive Jagdeep Dhankhar, who fought a one-sided battle for the BJP-RSS in the Upper House of Parliament, at the Bhopal airport. In a way, this is a blatant violation of VIP protocol. Ideally, the Chief Minister should have received him, especially since Dhankhar had come to attend an RSS event. The point remains: BJP leaders have a singular approach- use and throw, even if the person is an RSS follower, Singh said in a post on X. The question is: the person whom the BJP appointed to the prestigious position of Vice-President cannot be ordinary. If Dhankhar was unworthy of that position, why was he appointed Vice-President? I had requested an appointment to meet the former vice-president to inquire about his well-being, but I have not yet received a response, Singh added.

NCERT removes Great from Akbar, Tipu Sultan in history books: RSS

Nagpur: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader Sunil Ambekar on Friday said many positive changes have been introduced in history textbooks, and epithet the great is no longer used to describe Mughal emperor Akbar or Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan. Although the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has brought these changes, nobody has been Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

JKCA U-23 Womens T20 team to depart for Nagpur today

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 20: The Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Associations (JKCA) U-23 Womens cricket team will depart for Nagpur tomorrow to participate in the upcoming T20 Tournament, scheduled to begin on November 24. The 15-member squad is led by Rudrakshi Chib as captain, with Mariya Noorain serving as vice-captain and Latika taking charge as wicketkeeper. The team also includes Bawandeep Kaur, Ananaya Sharma, Neemami Slathia, Maroof Anjum, Manya Banotra, Kajal Devi, Khushboo Aftab, Ridhima Rajput, Ronak Jahan, Shambhavi [] The post JKCA U-23 Womens T20 team to depart for Nagpur today appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Role of RSS in Nation Building 100 Years of Service to the Nation

Ram Rattan Sharma internetzonejammu@gmail.com The Rashtriya Swayam Sevak Sangh (RSS) completed its 100th anniversary on 27th September, 2025.Founded on Vijaydashmi in 1925 by Dr.Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur, the RSS is a Hindu Nationalist volunteer organization that has grown to become one of the worlds largest .The organization operates through a network of local branches, known as Shakhas, focusing on Physical, Intellectual, and cultural training for its makers. Role in Nation Building and Social Work;-The RSSs contribution to nation building [] The post Role of RSS in Nation Building 100 Years of Service to the Nation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Four including two Madhya Pradesh cops arrested in hawala case

BHOPAL: Four including a deputy police superintendent and a constable have been arrested in connection with the infamous Rs 2.96 crore alleged hawala money loot case by cops in Seoni district. With this, the total number of arrests in the case has risen to 15, including 13 Madhya Pradesh police personnel. Taking the ongoing probe into the high-profile case ahead, the special investigation team (SIT) made four arrests on Tuesday, including Pankaj Mishra who is a deputy SP posted in Hawk Force-Balaghat, Jabalpur crime branch constable Pramod Soni and two private persons, Panju Giri Goswami (Katni district) and Virendra Dixit (Jabalpur district). The arrested men were produced before a local court in Seoni later, after which the court sent them into two days police remand. While confirming the development, the inspector general of police (IG-Jabalpur Zone) Pramod Verma said, the four fresh arrests have been made in the case, based on sustained probe by the SIT. If need arises, well seek extension of remand of the arrested men. Among the four arrested on Monday, Virendra Dixit is the close relative of sub divisional officer of police (SDOP) Pooja Pandey, who was among the 11 cops arrested and suspended in the case last month, while Goswami is a Katni-based businessman. Panju Puri Goswami is a small-time businessman from Katni, who is suspected to have been involved in hawala business. The ongoing probe suggests an organised collusion between all the cops posted in Seoni, Balaghat and Jabalpur along with the private players. It was the anti-naxal Hawk Force deputy SP Pankaj Mishra only, who informed his batchmate SDOP Pooja Pandey about the car carrying the hawala money on October 8-9 night, after which the vehicle was intercepted. The collusion between the two batchmate cops doesnt end at mere information about the car carrying the hawala money, but is much more than that, a police officer forming part of the SIT probe told TNIE on Tuesday. On the intervening night of October 8-9, a team of Seoni district police had intercepted a car, carrying Rs 2.96 crore alleged hawala money belonging to a trader, from Katni to Maharashtra. The police team led by SDOP-Bandol circle Pooja Pandey and Bandol police station in-charge Arpit Bhairam, detained the occupant of the car, Nagpur resident Sohan Parmar. But instead of following the due procedure of seizure, the vehicle was released on October 9 morning, without the requisite action. Out of the unduly seized Rs 2.96 crore, the police team pocketed over Rs 1.5 crore .

Ranchi Diary | Desi Magur is the state fish of Jharkhand

In a move aimed at protecting local aquatic life, the Jharkhand Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Hemant Soren, has officially declared Desi Magur (Clarias magur) as the State Fish. The decision is in line with the recommendations from ICARNational Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (ICARNBFGR), which identified the Clarias magur as an emblematic species deserving of state recognition. Native to Jharkhands rivers, ponds, and wetlands, the hardy, air-breathing catfish is expected to help promote sustainable aquaculture. Man impersonates Soren to call Karnataka Dy CM The Chief Ministers Office in Jharkhand has filed an FIR after an unidentified man, who posed as Chief Minister Hemant Soren and called Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and his wife on November 15, around 9.50 pm. The complaint, filed by CMs personal secretary Jai Prasad, states that the same number had previously been used to harass former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot. The CMO has condemned the act as a deliberate attempt to tarnish the CMs image and mislead VIPs. Congress talent hunt for spokespersons in state The Jharkhand Congress is set to begin a state-wide talent hunt to recruit spokespersons at the state and regional levels. The partys National Media Talent Hunt initiative looks to find people who are committed to the partys ideals, understand the Constitution well, are politically aware, and can communicate effectively. For the exercise, the state has been divided into seven zonesPalamu, Kolhan; Deoghar-Dumka-Jamtara; Sahibganj-Godda-Pakur; Ramgarh-Chatra-Koderma-Hazaribagh; Bokaro-Dhanbad-Giridih; and South Chotanagpur. Mukesh Ranjan Our correspondent in Jharkhand mukesh.r@newindianexpress.com

IndiGo, Akasa Air to commence flight operations from Navi Mumbai airport on December 25

IndiGo said it will connect the future-ready airport to ten cities across India including Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, North Goa (Mopa), Jaipur, Nagpur, Cochin, and Mangalore, starting December 25

Maharashtra Government To Acquire Savarkars London Home, Turn It Into Memorial

According to Shelar, Indian residents in London had drawn the states attention to the importance of the property during his trip earlier this year to acquire the famous sword of the 18th-century Maratha general and founder of Nagpur kingdom Raghuji Bhonsle.

Maharashtra govt approves Rs 3,000-crore guarantee for Nagpur business centre loan

The Maharashtra government has approved a Rs 3,000 crore state guarantee for a HUDCO loan to acquire land for Nagpur's International Business and Finance Centre. This ambitious project, part of the 'New Nagpur' initiative, aims to develop a 692-hectare site. The guarantee is for the first phase of land acquisition, with stringent conditions for the Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority.

Mahayuti, MVA lines blur for local body elections

Political parties are setting aside differences to win local elections. Sharad Pawar's NCP (SP) and Ajit Pawar's NCP are discussing an alliance for Pimpri Chinchwad polls. In Kolhapur, both NCP factions are uniting against the BJP. Shiv Sena (Shinde) wants to ally with BJP in Nagpur, threatening a broader coalition if talks fail.

Red Fort blast: Death toll reaches 10; security tightened at RSS HQs in Nagpur

New Delhi, Nov 10: Sending shockwaves through the capital, a powerful blast ripped through cars parked near Delhis Red Fort Metro Station on Monday evening, leaving at least 10 people dead and a dozen others injured, prompting authorities to heighten security across the country, especially neighbouring UP, commercial capital Mumbai, and prominent installations like the []

HDFC Life's 'Ready for Life' Report Highlights a Gap of 26 Points Between Perceived and Actual Financial Readiness

As per the nationwide study, Indias actual Ready for Life Index (RLI) stands at a modest 59, compared to a high perceived readiness of 85, indicating a wide gap of 26 points in financial readiness across Indias urban population Retirement planning emerges as Indias biggest gap area, with two in three individuals, expecting family support after retirement, despite planning Two out of five individuals have an emergency fund to last over four months; two out of five health insurance owners hold a health cover below INR 5 lakh The findings also highlight Indias need for long-term protection and financial literacy across income groups and cities HDFC Lif e has launched Ready for Life - its latest research-based study. This one-of-its-kind report makes an effort to quantify the Financial Readiness Gap the difference between perceived and actual financial preparedness of individuals. Vineet Arora, Executive Director & Chief Business Officer, HDFC Life The Index shows a 26-point gap, which implies that there is a big difference in terms of actual readiness of an individual in comparison to how ready they think they are largely due the lack of action to convert financial planning from merely a plan into reality. In other words, the index reveals that individuals are not well-prepared to handle uncertainties of life across different financial aspects. About the Study The Ready for Life Index 2025 is a proprietary research initiative by HDFC Life. This research has been conducted by Ipsos India, an independent market research company. Based on 1,836 face-to-face interviews with working men and women aged between 2555 years across Metros, Tier 2, and Tier 3 cities*, the study evaluates Indias life readiness across four key pillars Financial Planning, Emergency Preparedness, Health & Well-being, and Retirement Strategy. The index aims to highlight the gap between perception and actual preparedness, encouraging a shift from short-term savings to structured, long-term financial planning. Balancing Confidence and Preparedness Indias Retirement Reality The Ready for Life Index 2025 evaluates India's overall preparedness across life pillars of high importance and finds that though awareness and optimism are visible, preparedness is still uneven. While consumers hold clear ideal retirement goals, their financial actions and product choices suggest that these goals may be difficult to reach. Of all the pillars, retirement preparedness is the weakest with a 37-point gap between confidence and level of action. Close to half of urban Indians have yet to begin saving for retirement, and two out of every three anticipate support from family after retirement. Most respondents who have started planning for retirement, are of the opinion that a corpus of INR 50 lakhs INR 1 crore would last about 17 years, which could prove to be a gross underestimation considering inflation and lifestyle costs. These results stress on the need for India to move from family-supported financial security to independent retirement planning and also on the need for awareness on financial planning Financial Planning and Protection Traditional Strength, Modern Gaps While Indian customers are inclined towards conventional savings instruments like endowment insurance plans, fixed deposits, and gold, protection and growth-oriented products like term insurance, market linked products, and retirement products are underutilised. Term insurance, which is one of the most cost-effective protection instruments, has modest ownership owing to limited product understanding, myths around claim settlement, and belief that premiums offer no return if the policy holder outlives the policy term. While financial discipline is visible to an extent, the savings space remains dominated by traditional products and short-term goals. The real opportunity lies in encouraging systematic, long-term investing to build sustainable wealth and reduce over-reliance on low-growth instruments. On a positive note, there is increasing awareness about health and wellness. Four in five survey participants actively engage in physical activities to maintain their overall physical and mental well-being. Similarly, two out of three go for yearly health check-ups. But the gap in coverage continues to exist; 2 in 5 respondents have health insurance cover of less than INR 5 lakh. Further, in terms of emergency funds, 2 in 5 individuals possess sufficient savings to meet home expenses for more than four months. Regional and Tier-wise Insights The study reveals notable regional variations in financial readiness across India: North India shows the widest readiness gap of 30 points, mainly due to weaker emergency and retirement planning East India records the most realistic self-assessment with a gap of 20 points, and also displays a traditional and disciplined savings approach South India leads in maturity towards financial and health planning West India demonstrates a more diversified investment outlook but lower focus on long-term planning Tier 3 cities display the lowest preparedness and widest confidence gaps, highlighting the need for deeper financial literacy efforts beyond metros here for the report Vineet Arora Executive Director & Chief Business Officer, HDFC Life , shared his thoughts on the study, The Ready for Life Index reflects Indias growing awareness and optimism about financial planning but also reminds us that true readiness is built through consistent planning and protection. Confidence alone is not enough preparedness needs structure and action ." " The findings indicate that retirement remains Indias biggest financial blind spot. Despite higher awareness, the actual action towards long-term security is limited. Through this study, we aim to encourage meaningful conversations around preparedness and protection as essential pillars of financial wellness . * List of cities - Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, Lucknow, Jodhpur, Kochi, Vishakhapatnam, Vadodara, Nagpur, Bhubaneshwar, Patna, Muzaffarnagar, Panipat, Thanjavur, Machilipatnam, Anand, Dhule, Bardhaman, Ganjam Disclaimer HDFC Life Insurance Co. Ltd. (HDFC Life) (i) makes no express or implied representations, warranties or covenants as to the accuracy and/or completeness of the information, data, opinions, commentary, analysis and/or any direct or indirect recommendations included in the Ready for Life Index Study conducted by Ipsos India Pvt. Ltd. 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Insider track | Buzz on AICC rejig after Bihar polls

The Bihar election results on November 14 are likely to shape the Congresss national standing and trigger key organisational changes. Activity at the AICC headquarters has picked up pace, with talk of a reshuffle gaining ground. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and K C Venugopal have held a series of closed-door meetings in recent weeks, fuelling speculation. While the party does not expect particularly favourable results in Bihar, a key issue is Karnatakas leadership question, with the party treading cautiously. All eyes are also on Venugopals organisational post, as he is likely to shift focus towards preparations for the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections. Discussions are said to be underway to explore a larger organisational role for former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, signalling the veterans possible return to the national stage. Tej Pratap looking for new shores? Lalu Prasads estranged son Tej Pratap Yadav seems to be charting a path his father wouldnt approve of. Fondly called Teju Bhaiya, he has hinted at joining any alliance truly committed to development and employment, depending on his result from Mahua. Recently spotted chatting warmly with BJP MP Ravi Kishan at Patna airport, Tej Pratap remarked, Ham dono chandan karte hain aur Bhole Nath ke bhakt hain, sparking rumours. By launching Janshakti Janata Dal and refraining from criticising Nitish Kumar or Narendra Modi, Tej Pratap is clearly distancing himself from his familys traditional rhetoric. These moves have intensified speculation of a potential shift toward the right and caught the attention of NDA leaders, who see him as a possible unexpected ally and a jolt to the Lalu family. BJP waiting for many changes There is a buzz around the saffron circles that after the Bihar election results are declared, the BJP central leadership is expected to take major organisational decisions, which would not be uninfluenced by the outcome of the election. Between November 15the day after the Bihar results are announcedand November 30, the BJP may witness significant changes in its organisational structure. More importantly, one may expect to see the final decision on the election for the national president that has been put on hold for various reason, a senior BJP leader, who camped in Bihar for an extended period, remarked. If the results comes as per our anticipation, creative decisions can be expected. If we fail to achieve the desired result, some hard corrective steps right from the Bihar unit of the party to the central organisation cannot be ruled out, quipped a source. Lull before Tharoors dynastic jibe Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, never far from headlines, is once again at the centre of controversythis time for his direct attack on the leadership over dynastic politics. The remarks have reignited debate over Tharoors uneasy equation with the partys official line. In May, he received a stern warning over his comments on the Indo-Pak conflict, which were seen as at odds with the partys position. Insiders say Tharoor stayed quiet in recent monthsat least until his reappointment as chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs in September. He was lying low till they reappointed him, quipped a senior leader, hinting that the timing of his latest remarks was deliberate. The highway man is a farmer too Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari is often hailed as the highway man of India for transforming the countrys road and highway infrastructure. However, he considers himself more of an agriculturalist. During an informal discussion with media persons recently, he revealed lesser known facts about his first passion. While he served them organic daal grown in his farm in Nagpur, he disclosed that he had been conferred multiple honorary DLitt degrees not for his political work but for making significant contributions towards water conservation, organic and natural farming, and agricultural diversification.

CS reviews implementation of key developmental initiatives, flagship schemes in Udhampur

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Nov 8: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today conducted an extensive tour of Udhampur district to assess the progress of ongoing developmental projects and flagship Government initiatives across various sectors. The meeting was also attended by Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai, Senior Superintendent of Police, Amod Ashok Nagpure besides other divisional and district officers of various departments. He took this occasion to instruct the district administration to focus on upgrading road connectivity and [] The post CS reviews implementation of key developmental initiatives, flagship schemes in Udhampur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Vidarbha bring in left-arm spinner Farde for Ranji clash vs Odisha

Nagpur, Nov 6: Defending champions Vidarbha on Thursday replaced Akshay Karnewar with left-arm spinner Gaurav Farde for their fourth round Ranji Trophy clash against Odisha. Vidarbha drew their last away match against Tamil Nadu in which Yash Rathod struck 133, and they are placed second behind Jharkhand in Elite Group A points table with 13 []

Fadnavis orders probe into alleged irregular Pune land deal involving Ajit Pawar's son

PUNE: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday formed an inquiry committee to probe the allegations of irregularities in a Pune land deal involving a company linked to Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) president and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawars son Parth Pawar. Additional Chief Secretary (Revenue) Vikas Kharge will head the probe panel, an official said. The state government also suspended a tehsildar and a sub-registrar in the case, after the Opposition alleged that the land worth Rs 1,800 crore was sold to Amadea Enterprises, the company linked to Parth Pawar, at Rs 300 crore. Fadnavis termed the land transaction prima facie serious, while Ajit Pawar denied any links with the deal. Parth Pawar is yet to respond to the allegations. Talking to reporters in Nagpur, Fadnavis said he has sought all information in the case from the relevant departments. Orders have been given to conduct a probe, he said. The chief minister should definitely probe this. It is his right, Ajit Pawar told reporters in the evening. I am not even remotely connected to this (land deal), he said. Three-four months ago, I heard that some such things were going on. I had then clearly said that I wont tolerate any such wrongdoing. I had issued clear instructions that nobody should do such wrong things. I dont know what happened after that, Ajit Pawar said. He said he has never called or instructed any officer to ensure benefits for his relatives. I wish to make clear to officers that I wont support any wrong actions by anyone citing my name to get their work done, he said. When your children grow up, they do their own business, he added. Tehsildar Suryakant Yewale from Pune has been suspended with immediate effect over the controversial deal that has prompted the Opposition to target the ruling Mahayuti, comprising the BJP, Ajit Pawars NCP and Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. The Opposition alleged that Amadea Enterprises purchased 40 acre land in Punes Mundhwa area. The land was categorised as Mahar watan land, denoting hereditary landholding to Mahar (scheduled caste) community. Such land cannot be sold without prior approval from the state government. An official said the stamp duty on the transaction was waived. Being government land, it cannot be sold to a private firm, he said. Inspector General of Registration Ravindra Binwade told PTI that the high-level committee will find out how the government land was sold to a private firm and ascertain whether the exemption was given as per the norms. The documents submitted to claim the exemption will be checked. The committee will also see documents produced during registration. We have suspended a sub-registrar-rank official. If it is government land, the registration should not have taken place, he said. Sources in the revenue department claimed that on the 7/12 extract, a key property document, the land is in the name of Mumbai Sarkar. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said activist Anjali Damania had called to inform him about the alleged transaction, and that she would file a written complaint with him by November 11. The Opposition attacked the BJP-led government over the land deal. Senior Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar demanded a judicial inquiry into the transaction, claiming it was done in violation of the law. He said the file related to the deal moved at rocket speed through government departments. Within hours, the Directorate of Industries not only approved the transfer of land to the company for an IT park and data centre but also waived stamp duty of Rs 21 crore, he claimed. Ajit Pawar, who often questions for how long farmers will get things for free, has now ensured free land and tax waivers for his sons firm, Wadettiwar said, and claimed that similar land deals in Pune could amount to a Rs 1 lakh crore scam. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Ambadas Danve claimed that the land bought by Amadea is worth Rs 1,800 crore. He said the company passed a resolution on April 22 to set up an IT park and submitted a proposal to the government despite having a capital of Rs 1 lakh. Industries Minister Uday Samant said his department did not grant any waiver in stamp duty for the land. Samant claimed baseless reports that the company was given a stamp duty waiver and the transaction was completed for merely Rs 500. The company has not applied to the Industries Department for any stamp duty concession under the Information Technology and IT-enabled Services Policy, 2023, Samant told reporters. Issuing a Letter of Intent (LoI) does not mean that a waiver or concession has been approved. It is only a preliminary step for eligibility verification. No financial benefit is granted through it, he said. The minister added that a cabinet sub-committee takes calls on waivers and incentives.

Madhya Pradesh: Elderly couple found murdered in Balaghat home, throats slit; second double murder in 2 months

The victim was a retired government driver. He has two sons, both of whom live in Nagpur.

SCCL enters into MoU with Nagpur-based JNARDDC

Court orders builder to return Rs 3 lakh with 9% interest after buyers cancel flat booking due to delayed construction

A Nagpur consumer court ordered a real estate company to refund 3 lakh with 9% interest to a couple who cancelled their flat booking. The company also owes 30,000 for mental harassment and 10,000 for legal costs. The court found the builder's retention of the booking amount to be unjust enrichment and a deficiency in service.

Society has accepted RSS, it cannot be banned because a few politician wishes for it: Dattatreya Hosabale

BHOPAL: Society has accepted the RSS as the organisation which works for the nations unity, security, culture and development. It cannot be banned as a few leader wishes for it, RSS national general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale said on Saturday. Reacting to Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharges call to ban the RSS in the country, Hosabale said, Entire society recognises the Sangh as the organisation which works for the unity, security, culture and development of the country. Three times in the past, the RSS was banned, but everyone knows what happened later. Before making any such demand, politicians should learn lessons from past experiences. On the 150 th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on Friday, the Congress national president had reiterated that the RSS should be banned in the country, stating that even Sardar Patel had banned the participation of government employees in RSS's activities. Talking to journalists in Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh) on the concluding day of the three-day RSS national executive meeting on Saturday, the RSS general secretary, when questioned about the changing dynamics of RSS-BJP ties post 2014, said, Weve stated our stand on the issue of relations between the RSS and BJP, maybe 50,000 times in the past 50 years. Sanghs Swayamsevaks are in every party, but their numbers are more in the BJP, because unlike the other parties, the BJP doesnt restrict the entry of Sangh Swayamsevaks within its fold. RSS is an organisation of people, and it has kept on raising contemporary national and social issues with governments and individuals within the governments, irrespective of who is in power. Its up to the other side to decide whether to keep doors shut or open them for our Swayamsevaks. Countrys former President Pranab Mukerjee wasnt a Swayamsevak, but we had good ties with him, which is why he attended our event in Nagpur. But when the Swayamsevaks are themselves running the government, then naturally our coordination with the government is better. Dynamics havent changed after 2014, they (BJP) are ghar ke log (from the same family), so the bhaichara (brotherhood) prevails, Hosabale maintained. Raising concern over the issue of Demographic Imbalance, the RSS top functionary said, A population policy is needed to address the problem of demographic imbalance; its up to the government to swiftly formulate the policy. Infiltration, religious conversion and high rate of population growth in some communities are primarily behind the rising threat of democratic imbalance. He particularly mentioned about religious conversion of Sikhs in Punjab, which needed to be dealt with adequately. While maintaining that the situation in West Bengal wasnt part of the agenda at the three-day RSS All India executive body meeting in Jabalpur, he, however, added that a resolution was passed about Bengal in the last meeting. The situation is actually bad in Bengal, particularly after the last election. Hatred and conflicts have risen there, especially due to the political leadership and the CM there. Keeping a border state violent and unstable isnt good for the country. Our Swayamsevaks are regularly working in Bengal for national unity and social harmony there. While making it clear that no discussions happened at the three-day conclave about Bihar elections, Hosabale said, We always appeal for cent voting. We also appeal that voters should exercise their franchise based on national and social issues, rather than voting based on caste, money or promises of freebies by political parties. On the issue of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists, he said, The refining of voter lists isnt happening for the first time; it happens at regular intervals and is essential. There should be no opposition to it; those having objections to the SIR methodology should approach the ECI in the matter. While informing that the Manipur situation was discussed at the meeting chaired by the RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, the RSS general secretary said, The situation in the bordering state is improving. The centre has taken steps, including the Prime Minister being there despite inclement weather. The Swayamsevaks have worked on the ground there for two years. Like the people of the state, we also want a popular government there; we sincerely hope the government will work in that direction at the appropriate time. While welcoming the surrender of Maoists in Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, he said that the government needs to deal with the concerns of those areas in a very sensitive manner. He further informed that the three-day meeting also discussed the issue of the rising menace of drug abuse among youngsters, spanning from schools and universities to hostels, including IIMs and IITs, particularly in the bordering states. The three-day meeting, which was attended by 397 out of the 407 delegates from across the country, was the brainstorming of the second-highest decision-making body of the RSS. The three-day meeting largely focused on the Sanghs activities and events in the organisations centenary year, including its ongoing and coming initiatives to connect the RSSs Panch Parivartan to every nook and cranny of the country. Around 80,000 Hindu Sammelans will be held (45,000 in rural areas and the remaining 35,000 in urban clusters). Grih Sampark Abhiyan to connect door-to-door with families, besides Samajik Sadbhav meeting at block level, and meetings of prominent citizens and intellectuals will be held at the district level nationally. On the last day of the meeting, the RSS also released statements on the 150th year of the birth of Birsa Munda, the 350th year of the martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur, and 150 years of the composition of the national song Vande Mataram.

Nitin Gadkari sets target of 5 lakh jobs in 5 yrs in Vidarbha before industry body; says it's achievable

Union minister Nitin Gadkari has set an ambitious goal for the Vidarbha region. He aims to create five lakh jobs within the next five years. This initiative will involve skill training for thousands of youths from every assembly constituency. The Nagpur Skill Centre will offer industry-linked courses in various sectors.

Nagpure gets Additional Charge of DIG Udhampur-Reasi range

JAMMU, OCT 31: Amod Nagpure gets additional charge of DIG Udhampur-Reasi range during the two months leave period of present incumbent Sarah Rizvi.. Click here to see complete order The post Nagpure gets Additional Charge of DIG Udhampur-Reasi range appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

After Maharashtra CM Fadnavis announces timeline for farm loan waiver, farmers withdraw protest

Farmers protesting for a farm loan waiver have withdrawn their agitation in Nagpur after Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a timeline for its implementation. Fadnavis, who was earlier reluctant to announce the farm loan waiver, said the state government is committed to it, adding that it will be done in the next eight months. The CM said the state government has constituted a committee led by Pravin Pardeshi, retired IAS and chief executive of think tank MITRA, with the responsibility of preparing the detailed timeline and execution for the farm loan waiver in the state. The state government constituted a committee that will decide the norms for farm loan waiver, and based on that, the scheme will be executed in the state. Once the committee submits the report, within the next three months, it will be implemented. The committee will also suggest short and long-term measures to alleviate the hardship and address the financial distress in the agriculture sector, Fadnavis said. Bacchu Kadu, a former minister who was spearheading the protest, said they are happy that the state government has given a timeline to execute the farm loan waiver. He said that earlier the state government was not giving any date and not even an assurance. Now, we've got the date. We will keep track of it and ensure that the state government executes its given promise of farm loan waiver. We have decided to give time to the state government so that they will not get any excuse later. Besides, we want this scheme to be implemented properly, benefiting as many farmers as possible, Kadu said. On the other hand, Uddhav Thackeray slammed Fadnavis for not implementing the farm loan waiver immediately. He said farmers are forced to wait for eight months for the loan waiver. Farmers are already in distress, so they need immediate financial relief. But the state government is more interested in giving date after date, like courts. This will push them to the doorstep of death, he said.

Tears, tributes and packed halls as Zubeen Gargs last film Roi Roi Binale shatters records across Assam

GUWAHATI: Fans could not hold back their tears, both inside and outside theatre halls, after watching Roi Roi Binale , the last film featuring music icon Zubeen Garg, who died under mysterious circumstances while swimming in the sea in Singapore on September 19. The movie, directed by Rajesh Bhuyan and released on Friday, ran to packed houses across Assam and broke all opening day records, with most theatre halls scheduling up to five shows a day. The screening started as early as 4.25 am at several theatres. Tickets for all shows for the first week were sold out, and fans had booked the first three days tickets within an hour last week. The state is still grieving Gargs untimely demise, and there was an outpouring of emotion as fans thronged single-screen and multiplex theatres. In viral videos, some were seen seated long after shows were over, sobbing. As a mark of silent tribute, several theatre halls kept one seat reserved for Garg, 52. Roi Roi Binale was his dream project. For the first time in the history of Assamese films, a movie is being released in different parts of the country. It was screened in Patna, Ranchi, Dhanbad, Darjeeling, Gangtok, Mysore, Vellore, Visakhapatnam, Coimbatore, Dehradun, Lucknow, Jaipur, Vapi (Gujarat), Indore, Cuttack, Bhubaneswar, Raniganj, Maldah, Siliguri, Agartala, Dharmanagar, Cooch Behar, Raipur and Nagpur, said Siddharth Goenka, the films distributor. As a mark of silent tribute, several theatre halls kept one seat reserved for Garg, 52. Roi Roi Binale was his dream project. In cities like Bengaluru, Assamese films were earlier screened in only one or two theatres, but this time, it premiered in 17 theatres simultaneously. There will be 600 shows daily in Assam and the rest of the Northeast alone, which is unprecedented. Outside the Northeast, 96 halls would screen the movie with 170 shows daily, Goenka added. The Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), a constituent of Assams ruling coalition, booked all 218 seats for a show at a multiplex in Guwahati. AGP ministers Atul Bora and Keshab Mahanta watched the film along with party leaders and workers. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said he would watch it privately. If I go to a cinema hall, it will cause inconvenience to people as I will be accompanied by my security personnel, he said. Garg plays the lead role of a blind musician in Roi Roi Binale , a musical love story that recounts the life and struggle of a visually impaired artist who experiences the world through sound, imagination and love. The film features 11 songs, all composed by Garg himself.

VinFast Accelerates Expansion in India with 24 Operational Dealerships, Bringing Premium EV Experience Closer to Customers

VinFast Auto India , a subsidiary of global electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast, has marked a major leap in its retail network expansion, with 24 dealerships now operational across major cities in India. This marks strong progress toward the companys commitment of establishing 35 dealerships nationwide by the end of CY 2025, as part of its mission to deliver premium electric mobility experiences to Indian consumers. Customers are now able to get up close to the newly launched premium electric SUVs - VF 6 and VF 7. (Right to left) Mr. Tapan Ghosh, CEO of VinFast India along with Mr. Santosh Dhone, Dealer Principal inaugurated VinFast Hadapsar & Baner, Pune The newly inaugurated showrooms spread across impact cities offering customers an unmatched brand experience. Each outlet adheres to VinFasts global retail standards, integrating modern design and car display area to ensure seamless and transparent customer engagement. These 24 showrooms are operational in cities including Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Surat, Pune, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Nagpur, Agra, Ludhiana, Jaipur, Kochi, Bhubaneswar, Baroda, Rajkot reinforcing VinFasts growing presence across India. Speaking on the milestone, Mr. Tapan Ghosh, CEO, VinFast India, said Indias enthusiasm for sustainable mobility motivates us to keep raising the bar. The rapid rollout of brand experience Showrooms underscores VinFasts long-term commitment to the Indian market. We are working closely with our dealer partners to make VinFast products and services accessible to customers across the country. Our goal is not just to sell EVs, but to deliver an inspiring, customer-centric journey anchored in sustainability and innovation. With the recent launch of its premium electric SUVs, VF 6 and VF 7, in India, VinFast is simultaneously building a comprehensive ecosystem that integrates retail, charging, and after-sales services to ensure customers enjoy the same level of confidence, convenience, and care that defines its vehicles. The company has formed strategic partnerships with RoadGrid, myTVS, Castrol India and Global Assure to create a reliable nationwide framework for charging and after-sales services. VinFasts state-of-the-art factory in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, stands as a cornerstone of its India growth strategy. Spanning 400 acres, in its first phase, the facility will assemble the VF 6 and VF 7 models with an initial capacity of 50,000 vehicles per year, scalable up to 150,000 units. Once fully operational, it will create 3,0003,500 direct jobs and several thousand more in the wider supply chain strengthening Tamil Nadus emergence as a leading EV manufacturing hub in South Asia. The company remains on track to operationalize all 35 dealerships by December 2025, establishing a strong nationwide network that provides widespread brand reach, reliable after-sales support, and a seamless ownership experience. About VinFast VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnams largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone. VinFasts product lineup today includes a wide range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, and e-buses. VinFast is currently embarking on its next growth phase through rapid expansion of its distribution and dealership network globally and increasing its manufacturing capacities with a focus on key markets across North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. vinfastauto.in .

Bachchu Kadu's protest: Highway, blocked roads restored, Nagpur police tell Bombay High Court

Nagpur City Police Commissioner Ravinder Singal informed the High Court that normal traffic on the National Highway and other blocked roads was restored peacefully

Farmers Led By Ex-MLA block NagpurHyderabad Highway For Loan Waiver; HC Steps In

Kadu held Maha Elgar Morcha in Nagpur with thousands of farmers, who demanded that the government provide immediate, unconditional loan waivers to debt-ridden farmers in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Leader Agrees To Shift Farmers' Protest From Nagpur Highway

Former MLA Bachchu Kadu, who is leading a massive protest for farm loan waiver, on Wednesday evening said they will vacate the national highway.

Court Orders Protesters Seeking Farm Loan Waivers To Vacate Highway In Nagpur

The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court directed Prahar Janshakti Party leader Bachchu Kadu and his supporters to immediately vacate the National Highway on the city's outskirts where they are staging a protest seeking full farm loan waiver.

Bombay HC Orders Ex-Minister Bacchu Kadu To Vacate National Highway Amid Loan Waiver Protest

Kadu and his supporters blocked the Nagpur-Hyderabad National Highway (NH-44) as he led a tractor rally demanding the Maharashtra government to provide loan waivers to farmers.

Bacchu Kadu leads massive farmers protest in Nagpur; NH-44 blocked over loan waiver demands

SC exonerates late TTE in Rs 50 bribery case, ends three-decade legal fight

NEW DELHI: Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) V M Saudagar, who was dismissed from service in 1996 for allegedly accepting a Rs 50 bribe from passengers for berth allotment , could have been a relieved man today if he were alive. His legal heirs continued the case for after his death, leading to the Supreme Courts final ruling clearing his name. The Supreme Court gave him a clean chit by noting that no case had been made out against him. In its 10-page verdict, a copy accessed by TNIE , the top court observed with regret that Saudagar is no longer alive to hear the good news as he died during the pendency of the case in the High Court. All the charges have not been found to be proved conclusively against the appellant and CAT, on the basis of the material on record, had rightly interfered with the penalty of dismissal from service against the appellant. The High Court has failed to take note of the legal position that when the findings of the Enquiry Officer were perverse based on completely misleading materials produced before the Enquiry Officer, CAT was fully justified in setting aside the order of penalty, the two-judge bench comprising Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra noted. Saudagars legal heirs, who fought the battle for almost 30 years, heaved a sigh of relief as the top court finally brought curtains down on the litigation, directing that all consequential monetary benefits, including pension, be released to his family. According to the prosecution, the incident dates back to May 1988, when Saudagar was on duty in the second-class sleeper coach of the DadarNagpur Express. During a surprise check, he was allegedly caught accepting Rs 50 as a bribe from passengers for allotment of berths. The vigilance department alleged that Saudagar had demanded illegal gratification from passengers Rs 25 from Hemant Kumar, an unrefunded Rs 20 from Dinesh Choudhary, and an unrefunded Rs 5 from Rajkumar Jaiswal all in connection with berth allotments. Further charges against him included being found in possession of excess cash of Rs 1,254 (excluding personal and railway cash), failure to recover Rs 18 as fare difference from a passenger (for Ticket No. 444750), and forging a duty card pass by extending its validity without authority. A departmental inquiry was subsequently initiated against him, with the Railways alleging that Saudagar had exhibited lack of integrity and devotion to duty under Rule 3(1)(i) and (ii) of the 1966 Rules. He was dismissed from service in 1996 after the inquiry. Undeterred, Saudagar challenged the dismissal before the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), which in 2002 directed the Railways to reinstate him. However, the government moved the Bombay High Court against the CAT order, which immediately stayed it. The case then remained pending in the High Court for 15 years, during which Saudagar passed away. In 2017, the High Court quashed the CAT order and upheld his termination. His family members, however, continued to contest the bribery charges and took the case to the Supreme Court.

Maharashtra Ex Minister Leads Tractor March To Nagpur Over Loan Waiver For Farmers

Prahar Janshakti Party chief and former MLA Bachchu Kadu on Monday launched a large tractor march from Maharashtra's Amravati district toward Nagpur, demanding a complete loan waiver for farmers.

Viral video shows two women officers pushing and pinching each other on stage as Nitin Gadkari looks on in Nagpur event

A routine government event in Nagpur turned dramatic when two senior women postal officers engaged in a heated on-stage argument before Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. The clash, stemming from administrative confusion over official postings and a court stay, escalated to physical altercations, including pinching and spilling water, captured in a viral video.

Delhi-bound Air India flight returns to Nagpur after bird hit

NEW DELHI: An Air India flight with over 150 passengers from Nagpur to Delhi had to return to Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport shortly after take-off on Friday due to a bird hit that damaged the engine cowling (cover), said a source. The aircraft landed safely at Nagpur, and passengers were later accommodated on an alternate aircraft. Cowling is the covering that encases an aircraft engine, protecting it while streamlining airflow and maintaining cooling. Flight AI466, an A320 Neo aircraft, took off from Nagpur at 6.38 pm and returned to the originating airport within half an hour, according to flight tracking platform Flightaware. Air India confirmed the incident in a statement. Flight AI466, operating from Nagpur to Delhi, on 24 October, experienced a bird hit shortly after take-off. The crew decided to return to Nagpur as a precautionary measure, as per standard operating procedure, for inspection of the aircraft, a spokesperson said. The aircraft landed safely in Nagpur and underwent maintenance checks which required extended time for rectification, resulting in the cancellation of the flight, the airline said. Our ground team at Nagpur provided immediate assistance to the passengers, including serving meals to them. Hotel accommodation was provided, and full refunds or complimentary rescheduling were offered as opted by them. Alternative arrangements were made to fly the passengers to their destination at the earliest, the statement added. A source said the aircraft was still undergoing maintenance checks at Nagpur as of Sunday evening.

Nagpur-Delhi Air India Flight Returns After Bird Hit, Passengers Safe

An Air India flight from Nagpur to Delhi returned to Nagpur shortly after take-off on October 24 following a bird-hit, an Air India spokesperson said.

Bird-hit after take-off: Air India flight returns to Nagpur; aircraft under inspection

Epack Prefab Technologies gets Rs 130 cr order in Maharashtra

NEW DELHI, Oct 25: Epack Prefab Technologies Ltd has bagged a Rs 130 crore contract from Avaada Ventures to supply a pre-engineered steel building for a glass factory in Maharashtra. In a regulatory filing on Friday, the company informed that it has received purchase orders aggregating to Rs 129.95 crore from Avaada Ventures Pvt Ltd for design, fabrication and supply of a pre-engineered steel building for a glass factory at Butibori, Nagpur, Maharashtra. Recently, the company reported a two-fold [] The post Epack Prefab Technologies gets Rs 130 cr order in Maharashtra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Fadnavis asserts firm grip on Maharashtra leadership; says CM post sealed till 2029

MUMBAI: Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, during the Diwali Milan programme in Nagpur, said in a candid chat with the media that there is no vacancy for the Maharashtra CM post till 2029. Fadnavis refuted speculations and rumours that he may be shifted to Delhi and either given the BJPs national president post or a cabinet ministry, as reported in some sections of the media earlier. He clarified that there was no truth in such reports. I am not going anywhere, but going to stay as CM of Maharashtra till the next 2029 state assembly elections. I am very confident about it, therefore will work for the state, Fadnavis said during the Diwali Milan programme with the media fraternity in Nagpur. Fadnavis statement is a clear message to his two deputies who are aspirants for the chief ministers post. This message is mostly for former chief minister and current DCM Eknath Shinde, who still hopes that the BJP top leadership will make him chief minister once again. Therefore, Shinde met Union minister and senior BJP leader Amit Shah with a plea to make him chief minister of Maharashtra once again, reminding him that he was the face of the 2024 state assembly election, said a political observer who requested anonymity. He further said that the exuberance of confidence in Fadnavis stems from the solid support and backing of the RSS top leadership. The RSS backed Mr Fadnavis when the BJP was choosing the CM for Maharashtra in 2014 and 2024 as well. And it continues to stand with him. Presently, the top leadership of the BJP cannot take the risk of dislodging Fadnavis and earning the ire of the RSS. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has seen the power of the RSS during the 2024 Lok Sabha polls the inactivity of the RSS cadre brought the BJPs tally down from its 400 plus target to 240 seats. Therefore, the BJP and the RSS are in good relations and backing each others decisions. So, Fadnavis statement should be read in this context, he added.

Old Video From Nagpur Falsely Shared as One of RSS Rally in Karnataka

The video dates back to May 2025 and shows a RSS rally in Nagpur, Maharashtra.

Court Says Slightest Penetration In Case Of Minors Constitutes Rape, Consent Irrelevant

Nagpur bench upholds conviction of driver for attempting to assault two girls aged five and six.

Air India announces 174 weekly flights as part of Northern Winter Schedule

NEW DELHI: Air India has announced the addition of 174 weekly flights on key domestic and short-haul international routes, operated by its single-aisle aircraft, as part of the Northern Winter Schedule.The domestic additions are effective from October 26. This expansion enhances connectivity to major cities in India and Southeast Asia which are in high demand. An official release listed additions to these international routes:Delhi-Kuala Lumpur:Increasing from seven to 10 weekly flights (from November 15) andDelhi-Denpasar (Bali):Increasing from seven to 10 weekly flights (from December 1). These are the additions to domestic routes, all of which are effective from October 26: Flights to Rajasthan: Delhi-Jaipur (new route):three daily flights;Delhi-Jaisalmer (new route):two daily flights;Delhi-Udaipur:Increasing from two to three daily flights;Mumbai-Jaipur:Increasing from three to four daily flights;Mumbai-Udaipur:Increasing from three to four daily flights;Mumbai-Jodhpur:Increasing from one to two daily flights. Flights toMadhya Pradesh: Delhi-Indore:Increasing from three to four daily flights;Delhi-Bhopal:Increasing from two to three daily flights; andMumbai-Indore:Increasing from one to two daily flights. Flights to Gujarat:Mumbai-Bhuj:Increasing from one to two daily flights andDelhi to Rajkot:Increasing from one to two daily flights. Other frequency additions, effective from the same date: Delhi-Varanasi:Increasing from two to threedaily flights;Delhi-Raipur:Increasing from two to three daily flights;Delhi-Port Blair:Increasing from one to two daily flights;Delhi-Aurangabad:Increasing from one to two daily flights;Delhi-Guwahati:Increasing from one to two daily flights;Delhi-Nagpur:Increasing from one to two daily flights;Mumbai-Dehradun:Increasing from one to two daily flights;Mumbai-Patna:Increasing from one to two daily flights andMumbai-Amritsar:Increasing from one to two daily flights.

Nagpur woman faces backlash after teaching people to eat samosa using cutlery

In the viral video, Amol can be seen standing in front of a class, patiently explaining his precise method of cutting a samosa with cutlery.

HAL's LCA Mark 1A produced at Nasik assembly line set to fly for the first time on Friday

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited announced the first LCA Mark 1A fighter jet, produced in Nagpur, is set to fly on Friday. This marks a significant step following the government's approval of 97 additional jets, bringing the total to 180. These advanced aircraft, with over 65% indigenous components, will replace the aging MiG-21s.

22nd HCL International Bridge Championship Wraps Up on a High Note

HCL Group, a US $14 billion global conglomerate, today announced the successful completion of the 22nd HCL International Bridge Championship. The prestigious nine-day tournament hosted at The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel in New Delhi attracted impressive participation from over 146 teams. The championship offered a prize purse of Rs. 2.7 Crore (USD 310,000). The tournament continues to solidify its place as one of the most prestigious bridge championships in the world, boasting the largest prize pool in India and the world. This tournament has also been included in World Bridge Tour, as a Category B event. This is the highest-rated category after world championship events organised by the World Bridge Federation. 22nd HCL International Bridge Championship Wraps Up on a High Note The tournament which was held from 6th October to 14th October brought together players from India and several other countries including the USA, Norway, Australia, New Zealand, Poland, Lithuanian, Russia, Israel, UAE, Kenya, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. Competitions comprised of Team of Four Gold, Team of Four Silver, Open Match Point Pairs, IMP Pairs & Mixed IMP Pairs . HCL International Bridge Championship draws over 146 teams from nearly 10 countries The winners in each category are : Team of Four Gold : Team WHAM from Australia won the Naresh Tandan Trophy for the Team of Four Gold event and received a prize money of Rs. 44 Lakh Team of Four Silver : Nagpur VI won the Mohini Tandan Trophy for Team of Four Silver and received a prize money of Rs. 17 Lakh Open Pairs-Gold : Christian Bakke - Tor Eivind Grude won the Neena Bonarji Trophy for the Open Pairs- Gold event and received a prize money of Rs. 12.8 Lakh Open Pairs- Silver : Vinay Desai - Raju Tolani won the Open Pairs- Silver event and received a prize money of Rs. 2 lakhs. Mixed IMP Mixed Pairs : Keyzad Anklesaria - Vidhya Patel won the IMP Pairs and received a prize money of Rs. 2 lakhs. IMP Pairs : Tatiana Nokhaeva - Aleksandr Platkov won the IMP Pairs event Speaking on the occasion, Padma Shri Mrs. Kiran Nadar , Chairperson of the Organising Committee of the championship and an acclaimed international Bridge player, Commonwealth Gold medallist and Asian Games Bronze medallist said, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the participants for their exceptional performances in this years championship. Its truly encouraging to see a growing number of young players competing at this level. The future of Bridge in India depends on identifying and nurturing talent early, and hosting an international championship of this scale in the nations capital offers emerging players a valuable platform to challenge themselves against top global competitors. Events like these are vital to both individual growth and the overall development of Bridge in India . HCL International Bridge Championship is an initiative by HCL Group and was started in 2003 to provide players with a world class platform. About HCL Group Founded in 1976 as one of Indias original IT garage start-ups, HCL is a pioneer of modern computing with many firsts to its credit, including the introduction of the 8-bit microprocessor-based computer in 1978 well before its global peers. Today, the HCL enterprise has a presence across varied sectors that include technology, healthcare and talent management solutions and comprises three companies HCL Infosystems, HCLTech and HCL Healthcare. The enterprise generates annual revenues of over US$14 billion with 226,600 employees operating across 60 countries. For further information, visit www.hcl.com

'Bro just colonized the Indian snack': Nagpur English coach's video on how to eat a samosa with knife and fork goes viral

A Nagpur-based English coach's demonstration of eating samosas with a knife and fork has gone viral on X. The clip, showing the coach instructing students on using cutlery for the snack, has amused and bewildered netizens, sparking numerous jokes and a debate on traditional snack etiquette.

Cough syrup deaths: another child from Madhya Pradesh dies during treatment in Nagpur

Chhindwara Additional Collector Dhirendra Singh said the child had been admitted in Nagpur since September 14 but her condition did not improve

MP cough syrup tragedy: Child death toll rises to 24 after three year-old girl dies in Nagpur

BHOPAL: Acute kidney failure caused by poisoning from Coldrif cough syrup has claimed the life of one more child from Madhya Pradesh, taking the total death toll from the tragedy to 24. The latest death was reported from a hospital in Nagpur (Maharashtra), where Ambika Viswakarma, aged three and a half years, a native of the Chourai area of Chhindwara district, who had been under treatment since September 14, died due to acute renal failure on Wednesday. While confirming the tragic development, Chhindwaras additional district collector Dhirendra Singh told TNIE that with this latest death, as many as 21 children from various parts of Chhindwara district have died at hospitals in Chhindwara and Nagpur due to the cough syrup poisoning-induced acute kidney failure since September 3. With three more children, including one from Pandhurna district and two from Betul district, also having fallen prey due to similar health complications, the total number of children from southern MP districts who have died due to it now stands at 24. Meanwhile, a team from the Chhindwara district polices Special Investigation Team (SIT), which is probing the case and currently camping in Tamil Nadu, has arrested the woman chemical analyst of Sresan Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of the concerned cough syrup. The 61-year-old woman chemical analyst who has been arrested from Tamil Nadu will now be brought on transit remand to MP. This is the second arrest in the case from Tamil Nadu, after the October 11 arrest of the manufacturing firms 75-year-old owner Ranganathan Govindan, and overall, the fifth arrest in the case. Three others who have so far been arrested in the case from Chhindwara district of MP include the government doctor Dr. Pravin Soni (who prescribed the Coldrif cough syrup at his private clinic in Parasia town to most of the children who died later), the local stockist of the syrup Rajesh Soni, and Saurabh Jain, the pharmacist at Apna Medical Store. Two more arrests made in Madhya Pradesh Coldrif cough syrup deaths; four arrested so far

Maharashtra Jail Official Transferred Amid Forced Conversion Charges

The Maharashtra prison department on Wednesday transferred Beed district jail superintendent Petrus Gaikwad to Nagpur with immediate effect, following allegations of forcible religious conversion and ill-treatment of inmates.

MP: Coldrif cough syrup fatality count rises to 24 after two more children die

Tragedy strikes Chhindwara as two more children die from adulterated cough syrup. The death toll now stands at 24. The victims, aged three years and nine months, succumbed to suspected renal failure in Nagpur. The WHO issued an alert against substandard cough syrups. Authorities have banned the formulation and arrested individuals involved. Manufacturing licenses have been revoked.

Seven cops arrested in two separate cases in last three days in Madhya Pradesh

BHOPAL: Seven police personnel from Madhya Pradesh have been arrested in two separate criminal cases over the last three days. On Sunday, two constables from Bhopals Piplani police station, Santosh Bamania and Saurabh Arya, were arrested for brutally assaulting 22-year-old B.Tech (Cyber Security) student Udit Gayake, leading to his death on October 14. Based on the autopsy report, which revealed over a dozen injuries, including severe internal wounds such as head trauma and a ruptured pancreas sustained during the assault. A murder case was filed against the two constables on Saturday. They were arrested the following day. Around 400 km away in southern MPs Seoni district, as many as 11 cops, among them, SDOP Pooja Pandey, the sub inspector in-charge of Bandol police station, Arpit Bhairam and nine other cops (head constables and constables) who were first suspended on October 10 for allegedly 'looting' over Rs 1.45 crore alleged hawala money, have now been arrested. Taking firm action in the matter on Tuesday, the states CM Dr Mohan Yadav directed lodging case against all the 11 suspended cops, followed by the arrest of five of them -- SDOP Pooja Pandey, sub inspector Arpit Bhairam and constables Yogendra, Neeraj and Jagdish. Whoever violates the law will not be spared at any cost, particularly when those entrusted with protecting people from loot are themselves indulging in the same offence. Law is equal for everyone, none will be spared for breaking it, regardless of their position, CM Dr Mohan Yadav said in a stern statement on Tuesday. All the 11 suspended police personnel have been booked under BNS Sections 310(2), 126(2), Section 140(3), Section 61(2), which pertain to robbery, wrongful restraint, abduction and criminal conspiracy. While five of the cops have been arrested, six others who have also been booked in the case, include head constables Makhan, Rajesh Janghela, Ravindra Uike and constables Ritesh Verma, Kedar and Subhash (Kedar and Subhash are Special Armed Force-SAF). On the night of October 89, Nagpur (Maharashtra) resident Sohan Parmar, was travelling from Katni (MP) to Jalna (Maharashtra) with around Rs 2.96 crore cash, which belonged to a bullion trader. The money was actually alleged hawala money. A police search team led by SDOP Pooja Pandey and Bandol police station in-charge Arpit Bhairam, intercepted the vehicle near Sheeladevi Bypass. However, the cops reportedly shifted the cash into their own vehicles and returned to the police station without informing the departments higher officials.

Jairam Ramesh recalls BR Ambedkars formal initiation into Buddhism on anniversary of event

New Delhi, Oct 14: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Tuesday recalled that 69 years ago on this day BR Ambedkar and his wife Savita Ambedkar were formally initiated into Buddhism in Nagpur and thereafter, the prime architect of the Constitution administered 22 revolutionary oaths prepared by himself to about half a million people. In a post on X, the Congress general secretary in-charge communications also pointed out that India celebrated the 2500th anniversary of the Buddhas birth in 1956. It [] The post Jairam Ramesh recalls BR Ambedkars formal initiation into Buddhism on anniversary of event appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

RSS takes out route march to mark centenary

Keshav Baliram Hedgewar founded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh in Nagpur in 1925

200 Artists Showcase the Cultural Harmony of Northeast India at Octave Mahotsav in Nagpur

Udaipur/Nagpur, October 11 (Udaipur Kiran) Around 200 artists from the northeastern states of India mesmerized audiences in Nagpur with a grand fusion performance, celebrating the regions rich and diverse cultural traditions. The event was part of the Octave Mahotsav, jointly organized by the West Zone Cultural Centre (WZCC), Udaipur, and the South Central Zone ... Read more 200 Artists Showcase the Cultural Harmony of Northeast India at Octave Mahotsav in Nagpur