Cashew-almond row erupts at Maha drought meet, Fadnavis calls for sensitivity
Digital Desk | Nanded/Nagpur, Sep 19 (IANS) A massive political controversy has erupted in Maharashtra on Saturday after a video went viral on social media showing ministers, leaders and senior officials consuming cashews and almonds during an official drought review meeting in Nanded. The incident occurred at the District Planning Hall, where officials had gathered to assess the severe agricultural crisis and crop loss across Marathwada, triggering widespread public outrage over the administration's apathy toward struggling farmers. Speaking to the media in Nagpur, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis acknowledged the customary administrative practices involved in such situations while stressing the need for greater empathy during times of crisis. It is a standard administrative protocol to provide dry fruits during official meetings. No one does this intentionally to mock the drought situation. However, the administration must keep ground realities in mind and act with greater sensitivity. Such practices should be avoided under these circumstances, he noted. Shiv Sena Minister Sanjay Shirsat, who was absent from the meeting due to prior commitments, shifted the accountability to bureaucratic arrangements. I did not attend as I had pre-scheduled engagements, and Agriculture Minister Datta Bhaarne was handling the responsibilities alongside the attending officers. It is the officials who arrange cashews and almonds, but elected representatives end up facing public criticism. I will issue strict directives to the divisional commissioner regarding this matter. Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) MLA Rohit Pawar launched a scathing attack on the government, accusing it of a lack of seriousness regarding the severe drought conditions. While the drought crisis across the state is extremely grave, the government shows zero seriousness and is busy relishing cashews and almonds. The state government must immediately convene a special legislative assembly session to address the drought and offer concrete relief to farmers. In response to the dry spell, crop failure, and impending water shortages, Fadnavis outlined several emergency relief steps initiated by the state government. Cabinet ministers have been assigned to conduct ground-level reviews in their respective districts. Preliminary reviews and loss assessments (panchnamas) will be finalised within a week to expedite financial assistance. Process for the loan waiver is progressing rapidly; three beneficiary lists have already been published, and the remaining lists are being compiled on priority, he said. Leveraging planning under the fodder development program launched in response to the El Nino threat, fodder and drinking water are being arranged for heavily affected zones, the CM said. Fadnavis further stated that to help save standing crops, the state is providing extra electricity to farmers during evening hours, even in single-phase supply zones where wells still hold water. He added that water reserves in major reservoirs are being strictly reserved for drinking purposes to prevent shortages, especially in areas dependent on smaller, depleted dams.
Delhi-NCR likely to stay mostly dry; air quality remains in satisfactory category
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 19 (IANS) Delhi and most parts of the National Capital Region (NCR) are likely to experience predominantly dry weather on Saturday, with no major spell of heavy rain forecast for New Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad and several other areas, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The weather agency has forecast partly cloudy skies over Delhi, with the maximum temperature expected to remain between 34 degrees celsius and 36 degrees celsius. The minimum temperature is likely to settle in the range of 22 degrees celsius to 24 degrees celsius. The forecast comes at a time when the Southwest Monsoon is showing signs of retreat from northwest India. According to the IMD, atmospheric conditions are becoming favourable for the withdrawal of the monsoon from some parts of West Rajasthan on Saturday. However, Delhi is expected to continue witnessing largely dry conditions in the immediate forecast period. For New Delhi, the IMD has predicted partly cloudy skies and has issued no weather warning. The wider Delhi region is also expected to remain free of significant rainfall, with temperatures staying within the forecast range. Some parts of the NCR could, however, see isolated changes in weather. Gurugram is likely to remain partly cloudy, with the possibility of one or two spells of rain or thundershowers during the day. No warning has been issued for the city. Meanwhile, several districts of Maharashtra, including Pune, Nashik, Ahmednagar, Solapur, Kolhapur, Sangli, Satara, Dhule, Jalgaon and Nandurbar, are expected to receive rainfall on Saturday. Rain is also likely in areas including Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Nanded, Latur, Parbhani, Beed, Hingoli, Jalna and Osmanabad. The IMD has forecast scattered monsoon showers and thunderstorms over Haryana, Chandigarh, Punjab and West Rajasthan on Saturday. East Uttar Pradesh may also experience similar conditions on Saturday and Sunday. Himachal Pradesh is likely to receive isolated rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms through September 24. Central India is also expected to remain active weather-wise. West Madhya Pradesh and East Madhya Pradesh may witness fairly widespread to widespread rainfall along with thunderstorms on Saturday. Chhattisgarh could also receive fairly widespread rainfall, with thunderstorms and lightning in several areas. In southern and coastal regions, Kerala, Mahe and Lakshadweep are likely to experience fairly widespread rainfall through September 24. Parts of Karnataka may also see similar conditions during the period. North Interior Karnataka, South Interior Karnataka and Telangana are likely to receive rainfall on Saturday . Coastal Andhra Pradesh may witness isolated to scattered rainfall between Saturday and Sunday. Meanwhile, the air quality of Delhi remained in the satisfactory category. CRRI Mathura Road (131), Burari Crossing (99), North Campus DU (125), IGI Airport (T3) (102), Pusa (89), Aya Nagar (75), Shadipur (79), ITO (88), DTU (94), R K Puram (128), Ashok Vihar (91), Dwarka-Sector 8 (116), Narela (120), Rohini (107), Chandni Chowk (98), and IIT Delhi (131).
A brotherhood forged in uniform
Some meetings are arranged. Some meetings happen by chance. But there are meetings that the heart has been waiting for years to experience. The recent Milan of the 1995 batch of Sub Inspectors of Jammu & Kashmir Police, now spanning the journey from young Sub-Inspectors to DySPs and senior officers after nearly 32 years of service, was one such meeting. It was much more than a reunion. It was a homecoming. A homecoming of friends who had once marched together, run together, trained together, struggled together and dreamed togetherand who, after more than three decades, found themselves sitting across from one another once again, carrying the memories of youth in their hearts. Nearly 60 out of around 70 batchmates attended the Milan. Those who could not join us were deeply missedsome because of ill health and some because of unavoidable professional commitments. Otherwise, the gathering was almost complete. And perhaps that itself tells the story of the bond that the 1995 batch has carried through all these years. When we were young It hardly seems possible that nearly 32 years have passed. The memories of Sher-i-Kashmir Police Academy, Udhampur, still feel remarkably fresh. We were young Sub-Inspectors then young lads, full of energy, dreams and enthusiasm. Some of our colleagues were a little older than us, but most of us were at an age when the future seemed limitless. We spent nearly two long years together in training. We marched together. We ran together. We played together. We studied together. We faced obstacles together. We trained during the day and often continued our camaraderie long into the night. There were long runs, parade drills, games, obstacle courses, classroom sessions and countless moments of shared laughter and hardship. We also underwent training at CRPF traiy centre Mudkhed Nanded, which added another chapter to our collective experience. At that age, perhaps we did not realise what was happening. We thought we were simply completing our training. But unknowingly, we were building something that would stay with us for the rest of our lives. We were building a brotherhood. The sweat of the training ground became the cement of our friendship. Then we went our separate ways. Around 1997, we passed out from the Academy. Our batchmates were posted to different parts of Jammu & Kashmir,Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh. A large batch of officers, including our female colleagues, spread across districts, police stations and assignments. From the mountains to the plains, from cities to remote and challenging areas, the 1995 batch became part of almost every facet of policing in Jammu & Kashmir. We were no longer the young trainees of SKPA. We became police officers. And then began the real test. A phone call was enough Police service has a peculiar way of creating bonds. The profession takes us away from our families, friends and personal commitments. Long hours, emergencies, law-and-order duties, difficult terrain, operational assignments and unforeseen situations become part of everyday life. There were occasions when we could not attend family functions. There were occasions when personal plans had to be sacrificed for duty. There were nights spent away from home. And there were moments when professional responsibility had to take precedence over everything else. Yet, whenever a difficult situation arose, one often knew whom to call. A batchmate. For an emergency. For professional advice. For assistance. For helping someone in need. Sometimes even for a personal problem. The words He is our batchmate carried a meaning of their own. No lengthy explanation was required. The bond was understood. Over the years, that sense of belonging became stronger than the ordinary bonds of professional association. We were not merely colleagues. We had become each others extended family. Thirty-two years changed our faces but not our hearts. When we met at the Milan, the most emotional part was perhaps looking at one another. Some of us had met occasionally. Some had remained in touch. But there were batchmates whom many of us were seeing after almost three decades. The young faces of 1995 had changed. The hair had turned grey. The faces carried the marks of experience. The enthusiasm of youth had been replaced by the wisdom of years. And somewhere in that moment, one could not help asking: Where did those 32 years go? We had entered the police service as young men and women. Now we were standing together as experienced officers, many having risen to the rank of DySP and beyond, carrying decades of professional experience and countless stories. Time had changed us. But it had not changed the affection we carried for one another. For a few hours, time stood still. The Milan began around noon and continued until nearly 7 PM. Those few hours seemed to erase three decades. The files were forgotten. The ranks were forgotten. The postings were forgotten. The pressures of service were forgotten. For those few hours, we were not SSPs,DySPs, or officers. We were simply the 95ians. The young lads of SKPA. There was laughter. There were stories. There was teasing. There were memories that had almost been forgotten. And there were moments when a simple smile or a familiar face took us back to a parade ground three decades ago. It was as though someone had opened an old album and, suddenly, all those golden photographs had come alive. But there were empty chairs too Every reunion carries happiness. But this one also carried a profound sense of loss. Some of our batchmates could not be with us because of illness. Some were prevented by professional commitments. And some were absent because they had made the ultimate sacrifice. They had given their today for the tomorrow of others. We remembered them. We missed them. And we observed a two-minute silence in honour of our fallen heroes. The presence of some of their children and family members made the moment even more emotional. Looking at those children, one could feel the presence of their fathers in the gathering. There were smiles. But there were also moist eyes. For a brief moment, words seemed unnecessary. Some people may leave this world, but they never leave the hearts of those who walked beside them. Our fallen batchmates remain an inseparable part of the story of 1995. Thirty-two years of experience in one room Another beautiful aspect of the Milan was the interaction among batchmates. Officers who had served in conflict areas and some of the most challenging assignments of Jammu & Kashmir shared their experiences. The years had made everyone wiser. The challenges of policing had made us more prudent. The difficult situations we had encountered had given us professional maturity and a deeper understanding of people and society. Listening to one another, it became clear that each batchmate had travelled a unique journey. Different postings. Different challenges. Different experiences. Different scars. But one common thread connected everyone: A desire to serve and contribute towards a better and safer society. Perhaps that is what three decades in the police service ultimately teaches a person that beyond rank and authority, the real purpose of service is to make a difference in the lives of people. The promise we made while departing When the Milan finally came to an end, there was a sense that something important had happened. We had rediscovered one another. We had rediscovered our youth. And perhaps, more importantly, we had rediscovered the value of staying connected. We departed with a simple promise: We will meet again. We will celebrate each others successes. We will share each others happiness. We will stand beside each other during difficult times. We will visit those who are unwell. We will remember those who are no longer with us. And whenever any batchmate needs us, we will try to be there. Because after 32 years, the relationship does not need a designation. It only needs a heart. Let the distance never become a barrier again. Everyone understands that life is busy. We all have professional responsibilities. We have families, commitments and our own challenges. But perhaps we have also learnt a lesson from this Milan: We should not wait another 32 years to meet again. Let our gatherings become more frequent. Let our conversations become longer. Let us remain a source of happiness and strength for one another. Let us celebrate the achievements of our batchmates without hesitation and stand beside them in their difficult moments without being asked. Let the love, affection and camaraderie of the 95ians grow stronger with every passing day. Because the most precious thing we carried from SKPA Udhampur was not merely our training. It was each other. A journey that continues Thirty two years ago, we entered the Academy as young Sub-Inspectors. We did not know where life would take us. We did not know how many difficult situations we would face. We did not know how many friends we would lose along the way. We did not know how many of us would eventually wear the stars of a DySP. But we knew one thingwe were together. Three decades later, when we met again, we realised that the most valuable part of that journey was never the rank on our shoulders. It was the people who walked beside us. The 1995 batch is not merely a batch. It is a memory. It is an emotion. It is a shared history. It is a story of youth, service, sacrifice, friendship and resilience. And above all, it is a brotherhood that has survived time. The uniforms may one day be put away. The ranks may eventually fade. The postings may become memories. But the bond forged in 1995 will remain. So let us meet again. Let us laugh again. Let us celebrate again. Let us stand together again. And let us keep spreading happiness in one anothers lives. Because after all these years, we have realised something beautiful. Some friendships are made in a moment. Some are nurtured over years. But the rarest ones are forged in hardship and survive a lifetime. The 95ians are one such brotherhood. And this time, let us not wait another 32 years.
Three held for selling same land to multiple buyers in Nanded
The accused allegedly showed the victim forged documents claiming ownership of an agricultural plot at Mendhla Khurd in Ardhapur tehsil and later entered into an agreement to sell the property to him
Poojaa Precision Engg commissions solar power project in Nanded, Maharashtra
Man arrested for sexually assaulting minor girl in Nanded
Nanded: A man has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl in Maharashtras Nanded district, police said. The alleged incident took place on September 13, said inspector Rajesh Puri of Shivajinagar police station on Tuesday. According to the police, the girl was going to buy groceries when accused Adinath Jadhav (28) forcibly took 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 .
Sukhbir Singh Badal skips Behbal Kalan SIT questioning, cites medical grounds
Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal skipped his appearance before the Special Investigation Team probing the 2015 Behbal Kalan police firing case, citing medical reasons. His party said he needed a check-up for injuries sustained in a recent attack in Maharashtra's Nanded
Nanded accident: PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh aid for families of deceased
The Prime Minister announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Ministers National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each person who died in the accident. The injured will receive Rs 50,000 each
PM Modi Expresses Condolences Over Nanded Accident, Announces Financial Aid for Victims Families
PM Modi mourns the loss of eight lives in a Nanded accident and pledges financial assistance for the victims families. PM Modi Expresses Condolences Over Nanded Accident, Announces Financial Aid for Victims Families
PM Modi expresses grief over Nanded accident, announces ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for victims families
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed sadness over the loss of lives in a road accident in Maharashtra's Nanded and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Ministers National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each deceased. PMO India took to social media 'X' and said, Saddened by the loss of lives due to a mishap in Nanded, Maharashtra. My thoughts are with the bereaved families in this hour of grief. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000: PM Narendra Modi. Earlier, at least six people were killed and eight others critically injured after a passenger van collided head-on with a truck on the Nanded-Bhokar road in Maharashtras Nanded district on Thursday evening, police said. The accident took place at around 7 p.m. near Sitakhandi Ghat, an official said. The van was travelling from Nanded towards Bhokar when it collided with the truck. The impact left the van mangled, the police official said. Local residents rushed to the spot following the accident and helped pull the injured out of the wreckage. The injured were subsequently shifted to nearby hospitals for emergency treatment. Among those killed were Syed Almas of Bilal Nagar in Bhokar, Sheikh Firoz of Bhokar, Pandurang Laxman Waghmare and his wife, Laxmibai Pandurang Waghmare, of Syed Nagar, and Balwan Pawar of Potatanda village in Taluka Hadgaon. Police have not yet identified one of the deceased. Some of the injured were stated to be in critical condition, the official said. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision, including how the van and truck came into contact on the road. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses. Officials have not yet provided information on whether factors such as road conditions, visibility, vehicle speed or mechanical failure contributed to the accident. The accident occurred on the day of the Pola festival, triggering panic in the area. Local residents and rescue teams rushed to the spot after the crash, while police arrived and began managing traffic and rescue operations.
Maharashtra: 6 dead, 8 critically injured in van-truck collision near Nanded
The accident took place at around 7 pm near Sitakhandi ghat, a police official said. The Tata Magic passenger van was travelling from Nanded towards Bhokar when it collided with an oncoming truck
6 Killed, 8 Injured As Van, Truck Collide Head-On In Maharashtra
The Tata Magic van was travelling from Nanded towards Bhokar when it collided with the oncoming truck.
Six people were killed and eight others critically injured after a shared Tata Magic taxi collided head-on with a speeding truck on the Nanded-Bhokar highway in Maharashtras Nanded district on Thursday evening.
NCB Mumbai secures conviction in inter-state drug trafficking case, two get 10 years jail
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 9 (IANS) In a significant blow to an inter-state drug trafficking network, the NDPS Special Court in Biloli, Maharashtra's Nanded district, has convicted two traffickers and sentenced them to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment along with a fine of Rs 1 lakh each in a case involving the seizure of 1,127 kg of ganja, a statement of the NCB said on Wednesday. The convicts, identified as Gokul Narayan Rajput (32), a truck owner-driver from Maharashtra's Aurangabad district, and Sunil Yadav Mahajan (35), a co-driver from Jalgaon district, were arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau's (NCB) Mumbai Zonal Unit on November 15, 2021, while transporting a large consignment of the contraband. Acting on specific intelligence, an NCB team intercepted an Ashok Leyland truck at Manjram village in Nanded district. During a search, officers recovered 49 polythene gunny bags concealed beneath a load of industrial iron rods. The bags contained 112 packets of ganja weighing a total of 1,127 kg. According to the NCB, the investigation revealed that the contraband had been loaded at Ankampalli in Andhra Pradesh's Visakhapatnam district and was being transported to Jalgaon district in Maharashtra. Probe findings also showed that Rajput had previously been booked in criminal cases related to attempted murder and kidnapping. The truck used for transporting the narcotics, which was owned by Rajput, had already been blacklisted by the Regional Transport Office (RTO), but continued to be used for illegal transportation activities, investigators said. During the trial, the prosecution established that both accused were in conscious possession of a commercial quantity of ganja and failed to provide a satisfactory explanation for its possession. The Additional Sessions Judge, Biloli, found both accused guilty under various provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, and sentenced them to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment along with a fine of Rs 1 lakh each. The court also ordered confiscation of the seized truck. The NCB said the conviction underscores its commitment to dismantling drug trafficking networks through effective investigation and prosecution, contributing to the goal of a drug-free India.
Maharashtra: NCB secures conviction of two drug traffickers in 1,127-Kg Ganja seizure case
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has secured the conviction of two drug traffickers in connection with the seizure of 1,127 kg of Ganja in Maharashtra, in a major success in its efforts to combat drug trafficking and further the vision of a 'Drug-Free India'. The Additional Sessions Judge, Special NDPS Court, Biloli, Nanded, Maharashtra, on September 8, convicted two accused persons, Gokul Narayan Rajput and Sunil Yadav Mahajan, in connection with the seizure made by the NCB Mumbai Zonal Unit. The case pertains to the interception of a truck bearing registration number MH-26-AD-2165 on November 15, 2021, near Manjram village in Naigaon taluka of Nanded district, Maharashtra. During a search of the vehicle, NCB officers recovered 49 bags containing 1,127 kg of Ganja. The contraband, along with the truck and other articles, was seized in accordance with the law. Rajput, the driver of the truck, and Mahajan, the co-driver, were arrested in connection with the case. The prosecution established before the court that both accused were in conscious possession of a commercial quantity of Ganja and had failed to provide a satisfactory explanation for their possession. After examining the evidence and material on record, the court held that the prosecution had proved the offence beyond reasonable doubt under Section 20(b)(ii)(C) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985. The court subsequently convicted both accused and sentenced each of them to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment (RI) and imposed a fine of Rs 1 lakh. In case of default in payment of the fine, each accused will undergo an additional six months of rigorous imprisonment. The court also ordered the confiscation of the truck and other relevant seized articles in accordance with the provisions of the NDPS Act, subject to the statutory process. The conviction underscores the NCBs commitment to effective investigation and prosecution of drug trafficking cases and its resolve to dismantle drug trafficking networks, thereby contributing to the vision of a 'Drug-Free India'. The NCB has also appealed to citizens to support its fight against drug trafficking. Information related to the sale, trafficking or distribution of narcotic drugs can be shared by calling the MANAS-National Narcotics Helpline toll-free number, 1933. The identity of the informer will be kept confidential.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 9 (IANS) In a major push to make Maharashtras public healthcare system more robust, accessible, high-quality, and technology-driven, the State Cabinet on Tuesday approved the ambitious state-level public health reform initiative titled PRAGATI (Primary Healthcare Reimagined with Advanced Governance and Accessible Technology Integration). Announcing the decision, Minister for Public Health and Family Welfare Prakash Abitkar stated that the project will be implemented over a five-year period from 2026 to 2031 with an overall outlay of Rs 4,250 crore. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will fund 70% of the project cost through a loan of Rs 2,975 crore, while the remaining 30% (Rs 1,275 crore) will be borne by the Government of Maharashtra. The PRAGATI project places a strong emphasis on the prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). Key priority areas include diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular conditions, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), stroke, mental health, diabetic retinopathy, fatty liver disease, palliative care, and hospice services, said Minister Abitkar. Additionally, the initiative will strengthen early screening and diagnostic infrastructure for breast, cervical, and oral cancers. Substantial resources will also be directed toward capacity building for healthcare staff, community counselling, awareness campaigns, and Behaviour Change Communication (BCC). Under the newly introduced Maharashtra Health Technology Mission, the state aims to accelerate digital health transformation. The project will expand the footprint of Electronic health records and integrated health information systems, Telemedicine services, and Advanced digital health applications, the minister said. The objective is to leverage technology to bring healthcare closer to citizens, streamline coordination across primary, secondary, and tertiary care levels, and ensure a seamless continuum of care for patients. To reduce the overburdening of tertiary referral hospitals, the project allocates approximately Rs 1,500 crore in capital expenditure to enhance hospital infrastructure across five key districts, including Kolhapur, Nanded, Pune, Latur and Nagpur. This expansion will add a total of 1,600 hospital beds, allowing advanced diagnostic, treatment, and referral services to be addressed directly at the district level. Minister Abitkar highlighted that the PRAGATI project will transform the public health landscape in Maharashtra. By integrating health services, leveraging digital governance, and enhancing clinical capacity, the initiative is designed to significantly lower out-of-pocket medical expenditures for citizens while accelerating the state's progress toward Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG-3) and Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
Two sentenced to 10 years in jail for trafficking 1,127 kg ganja in Nanded
Each accused was sentenced to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment and Rs 1 lakh fine, officials said, adding that an additional six months of rigorous imprisonment if the fine is not paid, officials said
Maharashtra Ganpati Special trains: Central Railway to run 4 additional services
Central Railway will run four additional Ganpati Special train services between Hazur Sahib Nanded and Sawantwadi Road from September 12 to 17 following passenger demand. Check the train numbers, dates, timings, halts and coach composition here
Man held for burglary in Hyderabad, Rs 24.5 lakh recovered
Hyderabad: A 28-year-old man was arrested on Friday, September 4, for burglary in Hyderabad worth Rs 24,49,500 from Harsh Bakers Biscuit Company, Katedan, on August 31. The accused was identified as Anil Nagorao Kamble, a native of Nanded, Maharashtra, who was previously employed with the company. On August 31, cashier Gaddam Kurumurthy had kept the 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 .
3 killed, 7 Injured as Speeding Jeep Crashes into Tree in Nanded
The victims, all residents of Pardi village in Nirmal district of neighbouring Telangana, had travelled to a waterfall and visited a temple in Nanded: Police
Telangana Cops Attacked in Nanded District While Arresting Theft Accused
An autorickshaw stolen from the jurisdiction of Bazar Hatnur Police Station was traced to the Chikhli area. The Telangana Police team detained Shaikh Bakr alias Jafar Shaikh in the case.
Telangana cops attacked in Maharashtra while arresting accused
A theft accused was recaptured on Monday, a day after a mob attacked a Telangana Police team and freed him in Maharashtras Nanded district, leading to police firing in the air, an official said. According to the complaint lodged by sub-inspector Ramesh Parshuram Gokla of Bazar Hatnur Police Station in Adilabad district, the incident took 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 .
Major Cyber Fraud Uncovered in Goa: 20-Year-Old Arrested for
Panjim, August 24: In a significant breakthrough, Goas cybercrime police have arrested a 20-year-old man in connection with a major cyber fraud case involving over 42 lakh. The suspect was apprehended in Nanded, Maharashtra. The case originated from a complaint filed by a resident of Canacona, Goa, on March 20. A crime number 29/2026 was ... Read more Major Cyber Fraud Uncovered in Goa: 20-Year-Old Arrested for 42 Lakh Scam
Maharashtra Cabinet Clears Rs 6,477 Crore for Jayakwadi Irrigation Project Phase-II
The project is expected to provide irrigation to around 1.31 lakh hectares across Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Ahilyanagar, Beed, Parbhani and Nanded districts
SAD's Harsimrat writes to Amit Shah, seeks NIA probe into attacks on Sukhbir Badal
Harsimrat Kaur Badal has called for a National Investigation Agency (NIA) inquiry into two alarming incidents, marking the August 13 attack in Nanded as a shocking assassination attempt involving party president Sukhbir Singh Badal. Additionally, she has pushed for an investigation into another assassination attempt that occurred in December 2024, urging Union Home Minister Amit Shah to intervene.
Sukhbir Badal Discharged from Hospital, Calls for NIA Investigation into Attacks
Chandigarh, August 16: Sukhbir Singh Badal, the leader of the Shiromani Akali Dal and former Deputy Chief Minister, has been discharged from Medanta Hospital in Gurugram. He was admitted following an attack at a Gurudwara in Nanded, Maharashtra. Harsimrat Kaur Badal, a Member of Parliament from the Shiromani Akali Dal, has written to Union Home ... Read more Sukhbir Badal Discharged from Hospital, Calls for NIA Investigation into Attacks
As Sukhbir Badal Recovers, Harsimrat Steps Up: Woman Leading Akalis' Fight
Sukhbir Badal was attacked at a gurdwara in Maharashtra's Nanded.
Sukhbir Singh Badal: The Man Punjab Can
On August 13, 2026, Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked with a kirpan inside a gurdwara in Nanded, Maharashtra, while visiting Takht Sri Hazur Sahib with his wife and Akali Dal MP, Harsimrat Kaur Badal. The assailant, identified as Jaspal Singh a Pune-based Nihang with degrees in commerce and law struck at Badals hand [] The post Sukhbir Singh Badal: The Man Punjab Cant Ignore. A Second Brush With Death appeared first on Tfipost.com .
They Want To Disturb Punjabs Peace: Sukhbir Badal Flags Larger Conspiracy After Nanded Attack
Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal has called the Kirpan attack on him inside a Nanded gurdwara a larger conspiracy aimed at disturbing peace in Punjab ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Badal, discharged after a 90-minute surgery, suffered a five-centimetre wound on his forearm and said he would not be intimidated. Police have arrested Jaspal Singh, a gurdwara sewadar, and registered cases including attempt to murder and Arms Act offences. Investigators are probing the motive behind the attack, while Badal stresses Punjabs brotherhood and communal harmony.
Cop Santosh Kendre blunted attack on Badal, injured
An alert police officer, Inspector Santosh Kendre, sustained injuries while bravely intervening to protect former Punjab deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal from a kirpan attack inside a gurdwara in Nanded. Kendre's timely action blunted the assailant's blow, leading to his own injury but ensuring Badal's safety.
Lot of forces...: Sukhbir Badal's 1st reaction after attack
Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked in a Nanded gurdwara, sustaining injuries that required surgery. He alleged that forces opposed to peace are targeting him and his party to disturb communal harmony in Punjab, citing a previous attack at the Golden Temple. Police have arrested the assailant but the motive remains unknown.
Sukhbir Badal discharged from Nanded hospital a day after attack
The former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister underwent surgery that lasted for about 90 minutes and was stable, doctors treating him had said in the morning
Describing the attack on him as a 'mission to take control' of Punjab, former Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal said on Friday that he is not afraid and the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) remains...
I Am Not Afraid: Sukhbir Badal's First Statement After Attack In Maharashtra's Nanded
Sukhbir Singh Badal, the former Deputy Chief Minister of Punjab, was attacked during a visit to a gurudwara in Maharashtra's Nanded a day before.
Sukhbir Singh Badals first reaction after Nanded gurdwara attack: I have never been scared
Sukhbir Singh Badal stated the attack aimed to disturb Punjab's peace and vowed to prevent it. He was injured by a kirpan at a gurdwara in Nanded, Maharashtra on Thursday. The alleged attacker was taken into custody by the Maharashtra Police. Badal underwent surgery for a tendon injury and nerve damage, and doctors declared him stable. The incident prompted a probe and drew condemnation from political and religious leaders.
Not scared: Sukhbir Singh Badal after discharge from hospital day after attack in Nanded
Maharashtra police officer showed heroic courage in saving Sukhbir Badal: Harsimrat Kaur Badal
Harsimrat Kaur Badal lauded Inspector Santosh Vaijnath Kendre for his bravery. The inspector acted as a human shield during the attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal. Sukhbir Singh Badal, who has Z+ security, was injured in the kirpan attack. The incident occurred inside a gurdwara on the outskirts of Nanded town. The Badal family expressed deep gratitude to the inspector and hospital staff.
'No One Will Be Spared': Eknath Shinde On Sukhbir Singh Badal Attack
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde said Maharashtra Police and the ATS are conducting a detailed probe into the attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal at a gurdwara in Nanded. The Maharashtra Deputy CM said the motive and possible conspiracy behind the attack are being investigated and promised strict action against all those involved.
Sukhbir Singh Badal Attacked Near Nanded Sahib With Sharp-Edged Weapon, Assailant Detained
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked with a sharp-edged weapon near Takht Sri Hazur Sahib in Nanded. He sustained a hand injury and is reportedly out of danger.
Police yet to find motive behind Sukhbir Badal's attack
Shiromani Akali Dal chief Badal, who has a 'Z+' security cover, was injured in a 'kirpan' (ceremonial dagger) attack by Jaspal Singh, around 60-62 years old, inside a gurdwara on the outskirts of Maharashtra's Nanded town on Thursday.
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Rahul Gandhi's remarks involving Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni have triggered a sexism row, with the BJP calling them derogatory while the Congress maintains that he did not name Meloni. Gandhi has also launched a fresh attack on the BJP and RSS, calling the RSS an outdated force. Meanwhile, Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked in Nanded and is stable, while the attacker has been arrested. Parliament's Monsoon Session ended amid repeated disruptions and a political deadlock. In Bengaluru, food safety raids uncovered expired and stale products, while fresh testimony has emerged in the Renukaswamy murder case involving actor Darshan.
T.S. Singh Deo Calls for Action Against Paper Leak, Urges Fair Investigation
Raipur, August 14: Former Deputy Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, T.S. Singh Deo, expressed his sorrow over the attack on Shiromani Akali Dal President Sukhbir Singh Badal in Nanded. He demanded a thorough investigation and strict punishment for those responsible. Singh Deo also raised concerns regarding the proposed FCRA bill, stating that it would grant unlimited ... Read more T.S. Singh Deo Calls for Action Against Paper Leak, Urges Fair Investigation
A Murder, A Jailbreak And Attacks On Sukhbir Badal: How A Thread Binds The 3
Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked by a Nihang Sikh wielding a kirpan in Maharashtra's Nanded this afternoon.
Akali Dal Chief Sukhbir Badal injured in attack near Nanded gurdwara
Sukhbir Singh Badal injured in knife attack inside Nanded gurdwara
Shiromani Akali Dal president and former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was injured in a knife attack inside a gurdwara in Maharashtras Nanded district. The incident occurred at Gurdwara Mata Sahib Devan Ji Mugat when an attacker allegedly dressed in Nihang attire struck him with a kirpan, causing an injury to his hand.
Sukhbir Badal attacked at Nanded gurudwara despite Z-plus security
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Who is Jaspal Singh, 62-year-old lawyer, arrested for attacking Sukhbir Singh Badal?
Shiromani Akali Dal chief and former Punjab Deputy Chief MinisterSukhbir Singh Badal was on Thursday attacked with a kirpaninside a gurdwara in Maharashtra's Nanded. He was attacked by a as 62-year-old Jaspal Singh Tejpal who...
Who Is the Man Behind the Attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal? Here's Why Did He Attack Him
Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president and former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was injured in a knife attack inside Gurdwara Mata Sahib Devan Ji Mugat in Maharashtra's Nanded on Thursday. The accused, identified as Jaspal Singh, was immediately overpowered
Punjab BJP chief condemns attack on Sukhbir Badal at Nanded gurdwara
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PM Modi Calls Harsimrat Kaur Badal After Sukhbir Singh Badal Injured in Nanded Attack
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) MP Harsimrat Kaur Badal and enquired about the health of her husband, SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal, after he was injured in an alleged attack at a gurdwara in Maharashtras Nanded. According to sources, Modi spoke to Harsimrat over the phone after the [] The post PM Modi Calls Harsimrat Kaur Badal After Sukhbir Singh Badal Injured in Nanded Attack appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Sukhbir Singh Badal sustains 5 cm wound in dagger attack at Nanded Gurudwara
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Nanded's Sri Hazur Sahib: The sacred Sikh shrine where Sukhbir Badal was attacked
Nandeds Sri Hazur Sahib The sacred Sikh shrine where Sukhbir Badal was attacked
Prime Minister Modi inquires about health of Sukhbir Badal after attack on SAD chief
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inquired about Sukhbir Singh Badal's health. Badal was injured in a knife attack inside a gurdwara in Nanded. He was attacked with a kirpan by a Nihang member. Badal's wife, Harsimrat Kaur Badal, spoke with the Prime Minister. This incident occurred before upcoming Punjab assembly elections.
Sukhbir Singh Badal attacked in Nanded, PM Modi seeks update on his health
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Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal Near Hazur Sahib Gurdwara, Assailant Uses Sharp Weapon | Watch
Former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked near Mata Sahib Gurdwara at Takht Sri Hazur Sahib in Nanded, Maharashtra. The incident took place around 11:30 am when an assailant allegedly approached Badal with a sharp-edged weapon. Police intervened immediately, but Badal suffered an injury to his hand. A police personnel was also injured during the scuffle. Badal was rushed to a private hospital for treatment. The attack has triggered serious questions over security arrangements at the religious site, while police investigate the assailant and the motive behind the incident.
Former Punjab Deputy CM Sukhbir Badal Attacked At Nanded Gurdwara, Maharashtra CM Orders Probe
SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal suffered a hand injury after a kirpan attack at a Nanded gurdwara, while a security official was hurt while intervening.
Sukhbir Singh Badal Attack: Punjab BJP Leaders Condemn Knife Assault, Demand Strict Action
Punjab BJP chief Kewal Singh Dhillon and other senior party leaders strongly condemned the attack on SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal in Maharashtra's Nanded, saying that violence is completely unacceptable. Punjab BJP chief Kewal Singh Dhillon said he is
Punjab's former Dy CM Sukhbir Singh Badal attacked in Nanded Gurudwara; Maharashtra CM orders probe
PM Modi inquires about Sukhbir Singh Badal
Maharashtra Home Minister Yogesh Kadam on Thursday stated that regarding the attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal in Nanded, he has spoken to the Inspector General (IG), and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered an inquiry...
Attacker Tried To Stab Sukhbir Badal In Stomach: What We Know So Far
Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal has been admitted to a private hospital in Nanded
Attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal: Maharashtra CM Orders Investigation
Nanded, August 13: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has sought information regarding the attack on former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister and Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal, which occurred in Nanded. The Chief Minister has directed the police to investigate the motives behind the attack and conduct a thorough inquiry into the incident. Nandeds ... Read more Attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal: Maharashtra CM Orders Investigation
SAD chief Sukhbir Badal attacked near gurdwara in Maharashtra
Akali Dal chief and former Punjab deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked in Nanded, Maharashtra, on Thursday. He was hospitalised after the incident, which occurred near a gurudwara. A viral video showed him with an injured hand.
Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Badal attacked in Maharashtras Nanded; accused arrested
Mr. Badal suffers minor injury on the hand; SAD demands high-level probe
Akali Dal Chief Sukhbir Singh Badal Attacked in Maharashtra's Nanded
Badal was attacked near a gurudwara and has been hospitalised, police said
Sukhbir Badal Attacked By Nihangs At Nanded Gurdwara, Injured In Sword Assault
Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Badal attacked near Nanded gurdwara: Police
Akali Dal chief and former Punjab deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked in Maharashtra's Nanded on Thursday, police said. Badal was attacked near a gurudwara and has been hospitalised, police said. A viral video showed Badal walking inside a building with a cloth wrapped around his right hand. Earlier in the day, Badal had visited the Takht Sri Hazur Sahib in Nanded along with wife Harsimrat Kaur Badal, who is an Akali Dal MP.
Sukhbir Badal Attacked in Nanded (Maharashtra)
SAD (Badal) president Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked with a sharp-edged weapon near Mata Sahib Gurdwara in Nanded, Maharashtra. He sustained a hand injury and has been hospitalized for primary treatment. The post Sukhbir Badal Attacked in Nanded (Maharashtra) appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .
Sukhbir Badal's hand injured at Nanded Gurdwara: What we know so far about attack on SAD chief
Sukhbir Badal Attack Live Updates: Akali Chief Suffers Injury On Hand, Hospitalised
Sukhbir Singh Badal Attack LIVE Updates: Akali Dal chief and former deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was rushed to a private hospital in Nanded.
Sukhbir Singh Badal attacked inside Gurdwara in Maharashtra's Nanded, rushed to hospital
Sukhbir Singh Badal Attacked In Maharashtra's Nanded, Rushed To Hospital
Former Punjab CM Sukhbir Singh Badal Attacked Near Gurdwara In Nanded
Former Punjab Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked near a Gurdwara in Nanded on Thursday, according to a report in News18. The
Sukhbir Singh Badal, Akali Dal president, attacked in Maharashtra's Nanded; hospitalised
Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal on Thursday was attacked at a gurudwara in Maharashtra's Nanded, leaving him injured. Badal was taken to a hospital following the attack. The attack took place when Badal, a...
Two Sisters, 4 And 6, Die After Inhaling Toxic Fumes in Maharashtra
Girls allegedly inhaled poisonous fumes from pesticide-treated chickpeas stored in their home in Nanded, officials said.
Farmers Suicide Crisis in Maharashtra: Rakesh Tikait Demands MSP Law
Nanded, August 5: Rakesh Tikait, leader of the Bharatiya Kisan Union, reiterated his demand for a legal guarantee of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) during his visit to Maharashtra. He stated that farmers will remain dissatisfied until their crop prices receive legal protection. Tikait accused the government of failing to provide fair prices for agricultural ... Read more Farmers Suicide Crisis in Maharashtra: Rakesh Tikait Demands MSP Law
Farmers Suicide Crisis in Maharashtra: Rakesh Tikait Demands Legal MSP Guarantee
Nanded, August 5: Rakesh Tikait, leader of the Bharatiya Kisan Union, reiterated his demand for a legal guarantee of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) during his visit to Maharashtra. He emphasized that farmers will remain dissatisfied until their crop prices are legally protected. Tikait accused the government of failing to provide fair prices for crops ... Read more Farmers Suicide Crisis in Maharashtra: Rakesh Tikait Demands Legal MSP Guarantee
Four-State Devotees Throng Kala Hanuman Shrine on TG-Maha Border
The temple is easily accessible through National Highway 161 connecting Sangareddy, Nanded and Akola.
Bidar cops arrest two, seize illegal arms worth Rs 6.73 lakh
Bidar: Bidar police have arrested two men for allegedly attempting to sell illegal country-made pistols, live ammunition and other weapons procured from Maharashtras Nanded district. The accused were caught during a special operation based on credible intelligence, and arms worth Rs 6.73 lakh were seized from their possession. Addressing mediapersons on Thursday, July 16, Bidar 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 .
Tremors Felt In Maharashtra's Districts In Marathwada Region
Tremors felt across Maharashtra's Nanded, Hingoli and Parbhani districts, causing panic among residents.
Tremors felt in Maharashtras Nanded, Hingoli and Parbhani
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Tremors were felt in Nanded, Hingoli and Parbhani districts of Marathwada region in Maharashtra on Thursday, July 9, an official said. The tremors were recorded between 1.37 am and 3.23 am, the official said, adding they measured between 3.6 and 4.6 on the Richter scale. 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 .
Maharashtra: Multiple tremors shake Nanded, Hingoli and Parbhani
Nanded: Police Rescue 6-Year-Old Girl Abducted From Telangana, Nab Accused
Using technical surveillance and intelligence, the Degloor Police tracked Harne to Degloor town within four hours and rescued the girl.
Vaishnaw flags off Nanded-Mumbai, Tanakpur-Nanded express trains
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw also announced that the Tanakpur-Pilibhit train service had been extended up to Shahjahanpur in U.P.
CBI Arrests Fugitive Khalid in Post-Election Violence Case from Maharashtra
Mumbai, June 30: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has made a significant move in a high-profile murder case linked to post-election violence in West Bengal. Khalid-uz-Zaman, a declared absconder, was apprehended in a remote area of Yetala village in Nanded district, Maharashtra. This operation took place on Monday. Khalid had been on the run ... Read more CBI Arrests Fugitive Khalid in Post-Election Violence Case from Maharashtra
Maharashtra Congress President took a potshot at CM Fadnavis, calling him a so-called divine power, who is unable to resolve the problems of farmers, but able to break opposition parties
SCR continues in key role as South Coastal Railway takes off as 18th zone
The SCRs network length now stands at 3,603 km - down from 6,645 km earlier - comprising Secunderabad (1,835 km), Hyderabad (782 km), and Nanded (986 km) divisions
SCR Bifurcation To Rewrite Railway Map From June 1 After Six Decades
SCRs present network of 6,645 km across six divisions will be reduced to 3,606 km across three divisions Secunderabad, Hyderabad and Nanded
