Tearful farewell to martyred Jawan Murali Naik with State honours
ANANTAPUR: The final rites of Agniveer Jawan M Murali Naik, who was martyred in the line of duty during Operation Sindoor on the India-Pakistan border in Jammu and Kashmir, were conducted with full State honours in his native village of Kalli Thanda, Gorantla Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, on Sunday. A large number of locals, family members, officials, and dignitaries gathered to bid a tearful farewell to the brave soldier. Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan paid floral tributes to the martyr and announced a compensation package of Rs 50 lakh on behalf of the state government. He also promised to allot five acres of land, a 300-square-yard house plot, and a government job for one eligible family member. Additionally, Pawan Kalyan pledged personal financial aid of Rs 25 lakh to the bereaved family. The Deputy CM, accompanied by Ministers Nara Lokesh, Anagani Satya Prasad, Vangalapudi Anitha, S Savitha, and Satya Kumar Yadav, visited the martyrs residence to pay their last respects and console his grieving parents, Jyothi Bai and Sriram Naik. The leaders offered emotional support and assured them that the government would stand firmly with them. housands gathered to bid farewell to the fallen hero. Minister Nara Lokesh not only participated in the funeral but also carried the martyrs body on his shoulders as a mark of respect. He closely supervised the funeral arrangements and coordinated with officials to ensure the ceremony was conducted with dignity and honour. Speaking to the media after paying floral tributes to the mortal remains of the martyr, Lokesh condemned the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, J&K, where innocent lives were lost. Minister Lokesh praised the Army jawans for their dedication, determination, and unwavering resolve in protecting the motherland despite continued drone and missile attacks from Pakistan. HRD Minister Nara Lokesh and other State Ministers salute martyred Jawan Murali Naik at Kalli Thanda in Sri Sathya Sai district on Sunday. Kalli Thanda to be named after Murali Naik Our brave jawans are away from their families, working day and night for the safety of every Indian, he said, adding that Murali Naik was one such soldier who had always dreamt of serving in the armed forces and aspired to die while fighting for the motherland. It is heartbreaking that the only child of his family, who grew up with his grandparents, has made the ultimate sacrifice at such a young age, he said. Lokesh said, The coalition government is committed to supporting the family in every possible way. He also announced that since the final rites were performed on the familys land, a memorial would be constructed at the site. Additionally, a bronze statue of Murali Naik will be installed in the district centre to inspire future generations and honour his sacrifice, Lokesh added. In a symbolic tribute, the villagers and local leaders have proposed renaming Kalli Thanda, the native place of the fallen hero, as Murali Naik Thanda. Minister Lokesh confirmed that the government supports the proposal, stating, Renaming the village is a fitting homage to a true patriot and reflects the gratitude of the nation. HRD Minister Nara Lokesh bears the martyred Jawan's coffin alongside army men. The final rites were held in the familys agricultural field with full official honours. MP B.K. Parthasarathi, former ministers Pallam Raghunatha Reddy and Kalava Srinivasulu, and several MLAs including Pallam Sindhura Reddy, M S Raju, and J C Prabhakar Reddy were present. Murali Naik, the only son of Sriram Naik and Jyothi Bai, was selected as an Agniveer in October 2022 during the first round of recruitment. He was initially posted in Nashik, Maharashtra, and was later assigned to active duty along the volatile Jammu and Kashmir border. On Thursday night, while on patrol duty, Murali Naik encountered a group of infiltrators attempting to breach the border. In the fierce exchange of gunfire that followed, he successfully neutralized five infiltrators. Tragically, he sustained fatal injuries during the gun battle and was martyred. He was selected as an Agniveer. Initially, he underwent six months of training in Nashik, Maharashtra. After that, he was posted in Assam for a year. From there, he was transferred to Jammu and Kashmir. It was there, during a night-time gun battle, that we lost our son, said Ram Naik, father of the martyred Agniveer Murali Naik.
Andhra Dy CM, Min Nara Lokesh offer condolences to kin of martyred jawan Murali Naik
ANANTAPUR: A profound sense of loss pervaded the Kalli Thanda village as the mortal remains of martyred Army Jawan M Murali Naik were brought back home . The brave soldier was honoured with deep reverence by state leaders, officials, and grieving locals. Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan paid heartfelt tributes to Veer Jawan Murali Naik. He honoured the martyrs remains and announced a personal contribution of Rs 25 lakh to support the bereaved family. Minister for Education and IT, Nara Lokesh, offered floral tributes to the gallant soldier and personally consoled Murali Naiks parents, assuring them of the Andhra Pradesh governments unwavering support during this time of profound loss. Murali Naiks courage and love for the nation will forever inspire Telugu people. His sacrifice is a beacon of true valor, Lokesh said, urging the family to draw strength from the pride their son brought to Andhra Pradesh and Bharat. Minister Nara Lokesh also announced that the government would provide 5 acres of agricultural land, Rs 50 lakh assistance, 300 yards of land for housing, and a government job to Late Murali Naik's family. Several leaders joined the ministers to pay their final respects. The last rites will be performed with full state honors in his village. Murali Naik was the only son of Sriram Naik and Jyothibai. Hailing from Kalli Thanda in Gorantla mandal, Murali Naik was selected as an Agniveer in October 2022 in the first recruitment drive. He began his journey in Nashik, Maharashtra, before being posted to the Jammu and Kashmir border. On Thursday night, while patrolling, Murali Naik was engaged in a fierce gun fight and neutralised five infiltrators. However, he had suffered severe injuries and eventually succumbed to it. He became an Agniveer with pride. After six months of training in Nashik, he served in Assam for a year, then moved to Jammu and Kashmir. It was there, in a nighttime clash, that we lost our son. We are proud of our boy, said Ram Naik, father of the martyred Agniveer Murali Naik.
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Kolar to resume tomato exports to Bangladesh, but with a condition
BENGALURU/KOLAR : After nearly a year, Kolar is set to resume tomato exports to Bangladesh but with a condition: the trade must be restricted to Bangladesh only, and not routed to Pakistan. The Kolar Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) market is the second-largest tomato trade hub in South Asia, after Pimpalgaon in Nashik, Maharashtra. Tomato exports to Pakistan stopped about three years ago. Exports to Nepal and Bangladesh also ceased a year ago. In about a month, tomato exports to Bangladesh will resume. However, they must not be exported to Pakistan. All exports to Pakistan remain banned as per the Central government orders. There is no loss to farmers or traders, as domestic demand in India remains strong, said M Narayanaswamy, president of the Tomato Traders and Growers Association. He explained that exports to Bangladesh had halted not only due to political unrest in the neighboring country but also because of increased tomato production there, reducing their demand. With the seasonal shift, demand is expected to rise again. Along with Maharashtra, we export to Dubai (via Mumbai), Bangladesh, Nepal, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong and Singapore. However, exports have been lower this year, he added. Every year from June to October, around 400 to 500 tonnes of tomatoes are transported daily from the Kolar APMC. CMR Srinath, a farmer and tomato merchant, said farmers are willing to sell their produce at lower prices within India to safeguard the interests of the people. Another trader mentioned that Bangladesh is prepared to import tomatoes from Kolar at Rs 95 per kg and is not concerned about the additional cost. However, Indian traders have emphasised that the tomatoes must not be resold to Pakistan a practice previously used to increase profits.
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Kargil, April 28: In a momentous achievement, Ladakh has opened its medal tally for the season with a historic performance at the 1st Federation Cup Taekwondo Championship held in Nashik, Maharashtra, from April 2529, 2025. Team Ladakh clinched a total of three gold medals, marking a proud milestone for the Union Territory. International Taekwondo Player [] The post Seasons first gold medal for Ladakh: Team Ladakh shines with 3 Golds at Federation Cup Taekwondo Championship appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
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Mehbooba Mufti Welcomes SC Stay On Nashik Dargah Demolition
SRINAGAR, Apr 19: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday welcomed the Supreme Courts stay on demolition of Hazrat Saatpeer Sayed Baba Dargah in Nashik and said judiciary remains the last and most critical institution capable of upholding the secular spirit of the Constitution. The Supreme Courts stay on the demolition of the Nashik Dargah, a crucial intervention, comes in the wake of the Bombay High Courts failure to fix a time for hearing the case. This delay [] The post Mehbooba Mufti Welcomes SC Stay On Nashik Dargah Demolition appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC Halts Nashik Dargah Demolition
The court also sought responses from the Nashik Municipal Corporation and other authorities, citing the urgency of preventing potential demolition of a religious structure.
Demolition of Nashik dargah: SC seeks report from Bombay HC on non-listing of plea
However, the structure was razed by civic body personnel hours before the court hearing.
SC stays demolition notice of Nashik's Dargah, seeks report from Bombay HC on non-listing of plea
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court has stayed in the interim the demolition notice of the Nashik civic body for razing the Hazrat Saatpeer Sayed Baba dargah and sought a report from the Bombay high court on non-listing of the shrine's plea. According to the sources, the structure was razed by civic body personnel hours before the court hearing. The civic body's action against the dargah at Kathe Galli in Nashik was reportedly carried out during the intervening night of April 15 and 16. The hearing in apex court took place on April 16 noon. A bench of Justices P S Narasimah and Joymala Bagchi had then noted the petition was filed before the high court on April 7 but not taken up for hearing. In the meanwhile, there shall be a stay of notice dated April 1, 2025 issued by the respondent number 1 -Nashik Municipal Corporation as prayed for, the bench ordered and posted the matter on April 21. The court's extraordinary measure came after senior advocate Navin Pahwa, who was representing the dargah management, claimed despite efforts, the matter was not listed in the high court. We have taken this extraordinary measure in view of the specific statement of the senior counsel that efforts were made every day for getting the case listed. We are unsure of the statement made and that the high court would not have listed the case despite repeated requests. This is a serious statement and the counsel shall take and feel responsibility for the consequence of such a statement, the bench said in its April 16 order. The top court then directed the registrar general of the Bombay high court to send a report about the listing of the petition. The apex court, while seeking response of the Nashik Municipal Corporation, noted Pahwa pointing out an urgency in this matter as the property in question, a religious structure, could be demolished. He submitted that a writ petition under Article 226 of the Constitution was filed before the high court on April 7, 2025, and he had been waiting for the matter to be listed since April 8. It is specifically stated that the high court has declined to list the matter ever since, the top court said, recording Pahwa's submission. The bench added, We are unable to understand as to what transpired from April 9, till today. Counsel submit that they have been trying every day. The bench then went on to seek the response of the municipal body and other authorities.
Plea unheard by Bombay HC, SC stays notice after dargah razed
The Supreme Court intervened by ordering a stay on the demolition notice for the Hazrat Saatpeer Sayed Baba dargah in Nashik. However, the Nashik Municipal Corporation had already demolished the structure before the hearing, leading to violence and injuries to 21 policemen.
21 Cops Injured During Demolition Drive At Nashik Dargah, 15 Detained
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Mob attacks police during dargah demolition in Nashik
A mob attacked police personnel during the demolition of an unauthorized dargah in Nashik, Maharashtra, injuring 21 officers and damaging three police vehicles. The incident occurred late Tuesday night after the Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) began removing the Satpeer Baba Dargah following a Bombay High Court order. Police used tear gas and batons to disperse the mob and detained 15 individuals in connection with the violence. The situation is now under control, with the dargah demolished and an FIR filed against the perpetrators.
21 cops injured in violence during demolition drive at Nashik dargah; 15 persons held
The injured police personnel were on security duty during the anti-encroachment drive at the spot when the incident occurred
Clashes erupt in Nashik during dargah demolition drive; 21 cops injured,15 persons arrested
NASHIK: Twenty one police personnel were injured and three police vehicles damaged when a few people allegedly attacked them while opposing the demolition of an unauthorised dargah in Maharashtra's Nashik city, officials said on Wednesday. The incident took place late Tuesday night and police resorted to lathi-charge and lobbed teargas shells to disperse the mob and brought the situation under control, they said, adding 15 persons have been detained in connection with the violence. The injured police personnel were on security duty during the anti-encroachment drive at the spot when the incident occurred. The situation is currently peaceful, a senior police official said. At around 6 am on Wednesday, the Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) personnel removed the unauthorised Satpeer Baba Dargah located in Kathe Galli area of the city, following an order of the Bombay High Court, the police said. As per the HC order, the Satpeer Dargah trustees started the process of removing the structure on Tuesday night. A mob gathered to oppose the removal and pelted stones at police and Muslim leaders who went to pacify the protesters, Nashik Commissioner of Police Sandeep Karnik said. Police resorted to lathi-charge and lobbed teargas shells to disperse the mob and brought the situation under control. Three police vehicles were damaged and 21 police personnel injured in the attack. The dargah was demolished in the morning and the process to file an FIR and arrest (those involved in the violence) is on, he said. At around 11.30 pm on Tuesday, the trustees had reached the spot to remove the encroachment and started the work. At that time, a mob of miscreants gathered at Usmania Chowk near the structure. They did not listen to the dargah trustees and other people who went to pacify them, DCP Kirankumar Chavan said. Police officials present at the place also tried to pacify them, but they did not listen to them. The miscreants pelted stones and damaged some vehicles. Mild force was used to control them, he said. As many as 15 persons have been detained and 57 motorcycles belonging to suspects have been seized. The situation is peaceful and under control at present, Chavan said. Nearly 50 NMC personnel were engaged in the anti-encroachment drive at the dargah on Wednesday morning, which was carried out using four earth-excavators, six trucks and two dumpers, as per civic officials. Notably, several unauthorised structures near the dargah were removed by the civic body's anti-encroachment team in February this year. However, a section of local residents and members of Hindu outfits who then gathered at the site said the dargah itself was unauthorised and must be removed. Nashik Central MLA Devyani Pharande had also said the NMC's anti-encroachment drive in February was not complete and the entire site should be cleared. Asaduddin Owaisi questions BJP governments demolition drives targetting Muslims
At least 21 policemen, including four officers, sustained injuries when an unruly mob pelted with stones at Kathe galli area here in Maharashtra on Wednesday.
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Did Shinde complain to Shah about Ajit Pawar?
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has dismissed reports of a rift within the ruling Mahayuti alliance, stating that everything is hunky-dory. He attributed any issues to differences that will be resolved through discussions. Shinde's comments come after reports of him complaining to Union Home Minister Amit Shah about Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who heads the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). However, Pawar and BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar have denied the allegations, claiming Shinde would have directly approached them if there were any issues. The ruling alliance comprises the BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP, which retained power after the state assembly polls last year. The alliance has also faced challenges with the appointment of guardian ministers in Raigad and Nashik, with the Shiv Sena opposing the appointments of Aditi Tatkare (NCP) and Girish Mahajan (BJP).
Amit Shah meets NCP's Sunil Tatkare amid ministerial tussle
Amidst rising tensions within Maharashtra's ruling coalition, Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to NCP leader Sunil Tatkare's residence gains significance. Friction between BJP allies Shiv Sena and Ajit Pawar's NCP over key ministerial roles, particularly guardian minister posts in Raigad and Nashik, is intensifying.
In a case of suicide pact, a retired principal allegedly throttled his wife to death and then committed suicide by hanging himself at his home in the city.
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'Shinde traitor' jibe: Bombay HC issues notice to police, Sena MLA on Kunal Kamra's plea against FIR
MUMBAI: The Bombay High Court on Tuesday issued a notice to Mumbai police and Shiv Sena MLA Murji Patel on comedian Kunal Kamra's plea challenging an FIR lodged against him for allegedly passing a raitor jibe at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. A division bench of Justices Sarang Kotwal and S M Modak said it would hear Kamra's petition on April 16. The comedian has failed to appear before the Mumbai police for questioning despite three summons issued to him. Following a complaint by Sena MLA Murji Patel, the Khar police in Mumbai last month registered the FIR against Kamra under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections 353(1)(b) (statements conducing to public mischief) and 356(2) (defamation). Issue notice to the respondents (police and Patel). They shall take instructions and respond to the plea, the HC said. Three FIRs registered against the comedian at Nashik Rural, Jalgaon and Nashik (Nandgaon) have also been transferred to the Khar police. Kamra's counsel Navroz Seervai informed the Bombay HC bench that the Madras High Court on Monday extended till April 17 the earlier interim transit anticipatory bail granted to the comedian. The petitioner has offered in writing thrice to the police to allow him to appear for questioning via video conference in light of the dangers and threat to his life, Seervai said. It seems that the police authorities are not so keen on recording his statement but more on bringing him here physically, the senior counsel claimed. Kamra is presently in Tamil Nadu where he has been residing since 2021, as per his plea. This is not a case of murder. It is an FIR that has stemmed from a stand-up comedy show. He (Kamra) is ready to cooperate with the probe but through video conference, Seervai said. The bench said it would consider all issues on April 16. During the show, stand-up comedian Kamra had taunted Shinde, without taking his name, using a modified version of a Hindi song from the film Dil To Pagal Hai where he called him a gaddar (traitor). The comedian went on to joke about how Shinde rebelled against Uddhav Thackeray's leadership (in June 2022). In his plea filed on April 5, Kamra claimed the complaints against him were violative of his fundamental rights of freedom of speech and expression, right to practice any profession and business and right to life and liberty guaranteed under the Constitution of India. He sought for the FIR to be quashed, claiming the allegations, even if taken at face value, do not constitute an offence. The comedian also sought the HC to protect him from any coercive action including arrest, seizure of his personal electronic devices and examination of his financial transactions and accounts. To permit the investigation to continue would constitute a frontal assault on the freedom of speech and expression. Should a citizen's right to comment on the political developments and actions of political leaders be criminalised in this manner? the petition said. Kamra said his remarks made regarding the split in the Shiv Sena, Shinde quitting Uddhav Thackeray's Sena faction and being sworn in as the chief minister at the time (in 2022) are all part of records. The plea said the FIR has been registered on a stand-up comedy performance, which provides satirical commentary on various social and political events of the country. There has been a gross abuse of process and the malafide deployment of the criminal justice machinery by a member of the state's legislative assembly, resulting in a patent violation of a citizen's fundamental rights, it claimed. As per the petition, Kamra wrote the show's script in July 2024 and performed it on 60 occasions between August last year and February 2025. A recording of the show was uploaded only in March 2025, pursuant to which case was lodged, it said. Kunal Kamra: Take it with a pinch of salt!
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Malegaon blast case: Judge moved days before verdict, fifth transfer in 17 years
MUMBAI: Special NIA court judge AK Lahoti, conducting trial in the 2008 Malegaon blast case , has been transferred, days before the court was likely to reserve the matter for judgment. The transfer order for Lahoti and other judges issued by the registrar general of the Bombay High Court will come into effect when the courts re-open after summer vacation on June 9. He has been posted to Nashik in the annual general transfer of district judges. The order has mentioned that the judicial officers who are under the order of transfer are directed (a) to finish by judgments all cases in which hearing has already been concluded and (b) should endeavour to dispose of all part-heard cases before handing over charge. Lahoti is the fifth judge to be transferred in the 17-year-old case in which former BJP MP Pragya Singh Thakur, Lt Col Prasad Purohit, Major (retired) Ramesh Upadhyay, Ajay Rahirkar, Sudhakar Dwivedi, Sudhakar Chaturvedi and Sameer Kulkarniare facing prosecution under the stringent Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) and the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Noting that the judge's transfer would further delay justice, the victims of the blast said they are planning to approach the Bombay High Court, requesting an extension for the special judge. Advocate Shahid Nadeem, representing the victims, said, We are considering filing an application in the high court. We had earlier submitted a letter to the chief justice requesting an extension of his (judge's) tenure until the judgment is passed. He said the justice has already been delayed, and the presiding judge's transfer will cause more delays. In the interest of justice, we will decide after consulting with senior advocates, he added. In the last hearing on Saturday, judge Lahoti directed the prosecution and defence to wrap up the remaining arguments by April 15 and was expected to reserve the matter for judgment the following day, a defence lawyer said. Six persons were killed and more than 100 injured when an explosive device strapped on a motorcycle went off on September 29, 2008, near a mosque in Malegaon, a town located about 200 km from Mumbai in north Maharashtra's Nashik district. The prosecution examined 323 witnesses during the trial, while the defence examined eight. The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) probed the case initially before it was transferred to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in 2011. 2008 Malegaon blast: 'Purohit was not on duty while indulging in alleged terror acts', says HC
Judge hearing Malegaon case shifted days before verdict
Special NIA court judge AK Lahoti, conducting trial in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, has been transferred to Nashik just days before the court was likely to reserve the matter for judgement. The transfer order, issued by the registrar general of the Bombay High Court, will come into effect on June 9. The order directs the judge to finish judgments in all cases where hearing has concluded and to dispose of part-heard cases before handing over charge. In the last hearing on Saturday, judge Lahoti directed the prosecution and defense to wrap up the remaining arguments by April 15 and was expected to reserve the matter for judgement the following day, a defense lawyer said.
Judge conducting trial in 2008 Malegaon blast case transferred
Mumbai, Apr 6: Special NIA court judge AK Lahoti, conducting trial in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, has been posted to Nashik in the annual general transfer of district judges, days before the court was likely to reserve the matter for judgement. The transfer order, for Lahoti and other judges issued by the registrar general of the Bombay High Court, will come into effect when the courts re-open after summer vacation on June 9. The order has mentioned that the [] The post Judge conducting trial in 2008 Malegaon blast case transferred appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mumbai court's special NIA judge AK Lahoti, who has been hearing the 2008 Malegaon blasts case, is being transferred to Nashik as per the Bombay High Court's general transfer list. The victims' families urged the Chief Justice to retain him, as the trial is almost over.
BookMyShow has removed Kamra from its artist list on platforms; Comedian skips third police summons
MUMBAI: Shiv Sena functionary Rahool Kanal on Saturday claimed BookMyShow has taken stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra off the sale and artists list from its platforms. Kanal, the social media in-charge of Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, thanked BookMyShoew CEO Ashish Hemrajani for keeping its portal clean and keeping such artist out of the list of pure entertainment. When contacted, BookMyShow team said they have no comments to offer as of now. I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your continued support of you team to take the said artist out of your sale and promotion listing, thank you for even taking him out of the book my show search history. Your belief in maintaining peace and at the same time respecting our emotions has been instrumental, Kanal stated in a letter to Hemrajani. He said Mumbaikars love and believe in every form of art but not personal agendas. Your personal touch and guidance by your team were invaluable in navigating and reaching a solution. We deeply value your commitment to BookMyShow's values that align with the support, and customer experience, your vision and leadership are truly inspiring, thank you for giving us your team and getting this cleared at the earliest.Thank you, Kanal said. Kanal was booked along with Shiv Sainiks for allegedly vandalising the studio where Kamra had performed and alluded to Shinde while making a traitor jibe, which snowballed into a major row. Meanwhile, Kamra failed to appear before the Mumbai police on Saturday. This is the third time Kamra has given police summons a miss, an official said. Kamra shot a video lampooning Shinde over the split in the Shiv Sena, and party workers later ransacked the studio and the hotel in which it is located on the night of March 23. The official said the Mumbai police asked Kamra to appear before it on April 5, issuing summons to him for the third time. Earlier this week, a team from the Khar police visited his residence in Mahim after he skipped the second summons. The Madras High Court has granted interim anticipatory bail to Kamra till April 7. He is a permanent resident of Tamil Nadu. Three FIRs registered against the comedian at Nashik Rural, Jalgaon and Nashik (Nandgaon) have been transferred to Khar police station.
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Three cases have been filed against him at Khar police station, with complaints from the Mayor of Jalgaon city, a hotelier, and a businessman from Nashik.
Kunal Kamra to be welcomed Shiv Sena-style, says Rahool Kanal as controversy escalates
MUMBAI: The ongoing controversy surrounding comedian Kunal Kamra deepened as political leaders from both factions of the Shiv Sena traded sharp remarks about his recent satirical comments on Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Speaking to ANI, Rahool Kanal, General Secretary of the Shiv Sena Yuva Sena (Shinde faction), said, Following the procedure of law, Yuva Sena members come to the police station for attendance every Monday and Thursday. We welcome the court's verdict that grants him relief , but it is only until April 7. He added, Kamra must face the law, no matter what protection he has in Tamil Nadu. Whenever he returns to Mumbai, he will be welcomed in true 'Shiv Sena style'... It's not a threat, but Mumbai has a culture of 'Atithi Devo Bhava.' He considers himself a guest here; he should follow the law. Earlier in the day, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut accused Maharashtra's cabinet ministers of making serious threats against Kamra. Raut claimed, Ministers in the state cabinet are threatening Kunal Kamra openly, demanding that he be 'shot and hanged immediately.' This lawlessness continues under the watch of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who has remained silent on this matter. Raut further criticized the lack of action from the state government, asserting that Kamra, like other controversial figures, such as actress Kangana Ranaut, should be given special protection. Just as the Maharashtra government provided security to Kangana Ranaut during her rift with Shiv Sena, I demand the same level of protection for Kunal Kamra, Raut said during a press conference. #WATCH | Maharashtra | Comedian Kunal Kamra row | Shiv Sena Yuva Sena (Shinde faction) General Secretary Rahool Kanal says, Following the procedure of law, (Shiv Sena) Yuva Sena members come to the police station for attendance every Monday and Thursday. We welcome the Court's pic.twitter.com/Rfl9AHMmSL ANI (@ANI) March 31, 2025 This new wave of complaints against Kamra follows the filing of three additional cases at the Khar police station. Among the complainants are the Mayor of Jalgaon, a hotelier, and a businessman from Nashik. These complaints pertain to Kamra's alleged derogatory comments targeting Shinde, which have drawn considerable attention. On March 27, the Mumbai Police had issued a summons to Kamra for questioning, ordering him to appear at the Khar police station by March 31. This marks Kamra's third summons in connection with a case filed by Shiv Sena MLA Murji Patel after Kamra failed to comply with the first two summons. During the legal proceedings, the Madras High Court granted Kamra interim anticipatory bail on March 27, providing him relief until April 7. Kamra had approached the court seeking transit anticipatory bail, claiming that he had been receiving various threats following his satirical remarks. Justice Sunder Mohan's ruling came with certain conditions but allowed Kamra to remain free from immediate arrest.
More trouble for Kunal Kamra, three cases filed against him in Mumbai
One of the complaints was filed by the Mayor of Jalgaon city, while the other two complaints came from a hotelier and a businessman from Nashik, as per the Mumbai Police
More trouble for Kunal Kamra, three cases filed in Mumbai
MUMBAI: Three separate cases have been filed against Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra at Khar police station over his alleged controversial remarks about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. One of the complaints was filed by the Mayor of Jalgaon city, while the other two complaints came from a hotelier and a businessman from Nashik, as per the Mumbai Police. Khar police have called Kamra twice for questioning, but he has not yet appeared for the investigation. Earlier, the Madras High Court on Friday granted interim anticipatory bail to Kunal Kamra in connection with multiple FIRs lodged against him. Justice Sunder Mohan ordered interim anticipatory bail until April 7 with conditions. Kunal Kamra had approached the Madras High Court to seek transit anticipatory bail, claiming he has been receiving many threats following his recent satirical comments. On March 27, the Mumbai police asked the comedian to appear on March 31 at Khar police station for further questioning in the case. This is the third summon issued to Kamra in the case filed by Shiv Sena MLA Murji Patel at the Khar police station. He has failed to appear before the police in the first two summons. Earlier on Thursday, Kunal Kamra criticised the mainstream media, accusing it of serving as a mouthpiece for the ruling party. Kamra labeled the media as vultures and expressed his disdain for the media's role in perpetuating misinformation and distracting from pressing issues. To all those hounding for a quote - The mainstream media at this point is nothing but a miscommunication arm of the ruling party. They are vultures who report on issues that don't matter to the people of this country. If they all shut shop from tomorrow till eternity, they will be doing a favour to the country, its people, and their own children, Kamra posted on X. Kamra sparked a row with his gaddar (traitor) joke allegedly aimed at Eknath Shinde. Several political leaders condemned his remarks during a stand-up show and demanded action against him. Following the controversy, Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena youth group, Yuva Sena, vandalised the Habitat comedy venue where the show was filmed. The comedian, who has had several run-ins with the BJP-led Centre, has refused to apologise for his remark against Shinde. However, he has said that he would cooperate with the police. 'Dont fear this mob': Kunal Kamra refuses to apologise for Shinde jibe at stand-up show An entertainment venue is merely a platform. A space for all sorts of shows. Habitat (or any other venue) is not responsible for my comedy, nor does it have any power or control over what I say or do. Neither does any political party. Attacking a venue for a comedian's words is as senseless as overturning a lorry carrying tomatoes, because you didn't like the butter chicken you were served, Kunal Kamra's statement read. Kunal Kamra also replied to political leaders 'threatening' him to teach a lesson in his official statement. Kamra stated that the 'inability to take a joke at the expense of a powerful public figure does not change' the nature of his right. He added that it is not against the law as far as his knowledge. Our right to freedom of speech and expression is not only to be used to fawn over the powerful and rich even though today's media would have us believe otherwise. Your inability to take a joke at the expense of a powerful public figure does not change the nature of my right. As far as I know, it is not against the law to poke fun at our leaders and the circus that is our political system, Kunal Kamra's statement added.
Akharas differ over name of 2027 Kumbh Mela in Maharashtra
Preparations for the 2027 Simhastha Kumbh Mela in Nashik are advancing, igniting a debate over its name. Trimbakeshwar akharas propose it be called Trimbakeshwar-Nashik Simhastha Kumbh Mela, while Nashik akharas want to retain Nashik Kumbh Mela. Additionally, Nashik akharas demand inclusion in the festival authority and reservation of over 500 acres for the event.
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Nashik Kumbh Mela: State to introduce Kumbh Mela Authority Law on the lines of U.P.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a 1,100 crore plan for the development of Trimbakeshwar Temple and the establishment of a Kumbh Mela Authority Law
Man Set Ablaze Over Harassment in Nashik; Accused Arrested
22-year-old pours petrol, sets neighbor on fire after alleged harassment
Preparations For Nashik Kumbh 2027 Underway Basis Learnings From Maha Kumbh
Nashik is set to witness an upgrade with plans for constructing new Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) and Highways as the city prepares to host the 2027 Nashik Kumbh Mela, officials said.
Nashik Kumbh 2027: Preparations underway to upgrade city; officials learn from Prayagraj
Nashik is preparing for the 2027 Kumbh Mela with plans to construct new sewage treatment plants and highways. Officials have learned from the recent Prayagraj Maha Kumbh and have approved funding to improve infrastructure, ensuring smooth transit for the expected millions of devotees.
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Over 30.98 quintals of Ganja worth Rs 6.20 crore seized in Morena
BHOPAL: An interstate narcotics racket concealing a massive haul of Ganja under sacks of animal fodder has been busted in the Morena district of Madhya Pradesh on March 14. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, a team of Morena police stopped a truck bearing a Chhattisgarh registration number near the Savitapura canal on the National Highway (NH-44). On subsequent checking, as many as 120 packets were seized by the police team. The seized Ganja, which is more than 30.98 quintals, is estimated to be worth over Rs 6.20 crore. Ongoing investigations, particularly based on the information divulged by the arrested truck driver to the cops, revealed that the truck was on its way from Nashik (Maharashtra) towards Delhi. The truck driver who hails from the Jaunpur district of eastern Uttar Pradesh, has been identified as Virendra Yadav. He is continuously changing his statements, due to which police are working at all possible angles in the case. The massive Ganja haul seized from the truck suggests that the inter-state narcotics racket might be larger than what was being thought initially. Were particularly probing the places where the narcotics haul was being transported in the country, a senior police officer in Morena district told TNIE. Keeping in mind the magnitude of the case, a special investigation team (SIT) of Morena police has been constituted in the matter to probe the backward as well as the forward linkages of the racket.
After Aishwarya Rai was injured in a major accident on the sets of Khakee in Nashik, Amitabh Bachchan arranged for Anil Ambani's private plane to fly her back to Mumbai.
Nashik man detected with Gullain-Barre Syndrome
A 60-year-old man in Nashik has been diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), the first case in the city. Currently undergoing treatment at a state-run hospital, he was shifted from a private facility as his condition deteriorated. Nashik's chief medical officer urges people to stay calm and seek medical attention if they notice symptoms of the disease.
Maharashtra government amends birth, death registration laws to curb fake certificates
In an attempt to curb fake registration of births and deaths by foreign nationals, the Maharashtra government on Wednesday amended the 'Birth and Death Registration Act of 1969' and 'Maharashtra Birth and Death Registration Rules of 2000' and issued a new notification. According to Maharashtra Revenue Minister and BJP MLA Chandrashekhar Bawankule, foreign nationals are taking undue advantage of loopholes in the government system to obtain birth and death registration certificates. He said that earlier there were no guidelines for the delay in registration of birth and death certificates in the state. Foreign nationals by bribing the local officials and misusing the loopholes of the system, used to obtain the birth and death certificates to establish themselves as citizens of Maharashtra and India. However, as per new guidelines, one has to register for birth and death certificates within a year, the minister said. It will be verified by a three-level system. The Authorised Magistrate will ensure the accuracy of the information and charge a late fee, thereby fulfilling several legal requirements. All applications will undergo police verification, and final approval will be based on the police department's report, and then the final certificate will be issued, he added. If the documents (evidence) attached by the applicant are found to be fake, immediate criminal action will be initiated. Besides, for the death registration, the post mortem report, copy of the FIR or any evidence given by competent authority should be submitted while for the birth certificate, the certificate issued by nursing home, if delivery took place at home, the woman who helped for delivery, her affidavit should be submitted to obtain the birth certificate, the minister stated. He said the amendment in the Birth and Death Registration Act, 1969 will not only ensure transparency and curb the distribution of fake certificates in birth and death registration, will ensure issuing of certificates at a faster pace as well. To obtain the birth and death certificates, the applicant has to submit the required documents such as school admission receipt, passport, 7/12 land extract records and other educational documents. The birth and death registrations will now be treated as quasi-judicial matters as it will need rigorous scrutiny, the minister said. Applications for certificates for events more than a year old must be backed by substantial evidence. Failure to provide valid proof will result in criminal charges. Certificates will be issued only after verifying records from the place of birth or death. Officials, from village officers to district collectors, have been directed to enforce strict checks, he added. Bawankule said, the government's crackdown comes after it had received complaints regarding the distribution of fake birth certificates to foreign nationals. In accordance with those complaints, a Special Investigation Committee (SIC) was constituted by the Home Department under the chairmanship of the Special Inspector General of Police, Nashik Zone.
Day after farmers protest over drop in prices, onion auctions start at Maharashtra's Lasalgaon APMC
NASHIK: Onion auctions at Lasalgaon APMC in Maharashtra's Nashik began on Tuesday, a day after farmers halted the process for sometime and staged a protest by climbing atop a water tank against the drop in prices of the key kitchen staple. The protesters on Monday demanded that the 20 percent export duty on onions be removed, claiming it as the reason for the drop in prices at the Agriculture Produce Market Committee (APMC) in Lasalgaon, which is Asia's biggest wholesale onion market. As many as 15 farmers climbed atop a water tank to protest the drop in prices of onion and also stalled its auctions for sometime on Monday. There is a drop of Rs 300-500 in the average prices of both red and summer crop of onions. The 20 percent export duty on onions must be removed, one of the protesters said. A source at the APMC said 11,500 quintals of onions were brought to the market for auction on Monday. The prices were Rs 1,000 per quintal minimum, Rs 2,201 per quintal maximum and Rs 1,800 per quintal average for the summer crop of onions. On the other hand, prices for red onions were Rs 800 per quintal minimum, Rs 2,005 per quintal maximum and Rs 1,700 per quintal average. These prices were Rs 2,250-2300 just five days ago. As a result, the farmers protested, the source said. The farmers later called off the protest after state Agriculture Minister Manikrao Kokate assured them that Yeola (in Nashik district) MLA Chhagan Bhujbal will raise the issue in the ongoing budget session of the legislature. Police also arrived at the spot to pacify the protesters and maintain law and order. On Tuesday, regular auctions were underway at the APMC. Nearly 13,000 quintals of onions were brought in 500 vehicles at the APMC in the morning. As the auction of the summer crop of onions began, the prices were Rs 600 per quintal minimum, Rs 1,951 per quintal maximum and Rs 1,600 per quintal average. The auction of red onions was yet to begin, the source said.
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International Women's Day: KanyaGyaan project empowers young women in STEM
NEW DELHI: A video showing young schoolgirls carrying chairs in their hands and on their heads, travelling long distances from their small towns and villages by cycle, bus, and even boat to reach a large hall where a professor teaches them science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), has gone viral. The digital campaign - Building Futures for Young Women in STEM - launched to celebrate International Womens Day, showcases how young Indian girls from underserved communities, who continue to face financial constraints and societal barriers, are now coming out and choosing STEM to change not only their lives but also their communities. The campaign, which features the inspirational song On the move, her dreams are on the move, scaling the walls of destiny, her dreams are on the move, travelling a great distance and miles to go, yes, miles to go, is part of the vivo KanyaGyaan project, which provides scholarships to young girls who want to pursue STEM careers but are unable to due to financial constraints. Since its launch in 2023, the pan-India programme has provided financial aid and a holistic support system that includes merit-based scholarships, mentorship, and industry exposure to equip beneficiaries with the skills and confidence needed to transition to the corporate world. Since its launch, the programme has impacted the lives of 150 beneficiaries across 18 states, with the highest representation from Maharashtra (18 per cent), Tamil Nadu (17 per cent), and Delhi (14 per cent). Over 60 per cent come from families earning less than Rs 1 lakh annually, and 15 per cent have been raised by single parents. The need to launch such a project was felt because it was seen that despite technology advancing at an unprecedented pace and an ever-growing demand for skilled professionals in STEM, the gender gap in STEM fields poses a challenge, especially for young women from underserved communities in India who lack access to opportunities and support. Recognising this urgent need, Vivo India, a technology brand, launched vivo KanyaGyaan, a nationwide initiative dedicated to empowering Indian women to pursue STEM careers in the future. Geetaj Channana, Head of Corporate Strategy, Vivo India, says, Empowering young women in STEM isnt just an initiative - its a necessity for real progress. Through the 'vivo KanyaGyaan' initiative, were breaking barriers by providing education, mentorship, and opportunities that help them shape their futures. Our Womens Day campaign film captures this spirit with the metaphor of 'carrying their chairs' - a symbol of determination and self-empowerment. With this, we hope to inspire a larger movement toward empowerment and action in STEM. Many of the beneficiaries are young women who are first-generation graduates, thus breaking generational cycles of limited access to education and economic opportunity. The programme aims to empower young girls and shape a more inclusive and diverse STEM workforce, driving long-term social and economic progress. One beneficiary is 21-year-old Tanushri Pahari. Hailing from Kanker village in Chhattisgarh, she is now working for an NGO where she uses the skills she gained during her scholarship period to change the lives of communities around her. Growing up, I knew where I came from. I knew the expectations placed on me - study hard, help at home, and follow the traditional path. But for me, life was always about rising above and doing more than just surviving, she said. Despite many challenges, the young girl, who studied biology and maths, dared to dream big - studying biotechnology. She was admitted to NIT, Raipur, and also won a silver medal. It was in her second year that she learned about the vivo KanyaGyaan Scholarship Programme. She applied for the 'Women in STEM' initiative and was offered financial aid. Getting the scholarship changed everything. The programme offered more than just financial aid; it provided the mentorship, support, and skills I needed to thrive. It allowed me to focus fully on my education and led me to publish two research papers. Additionally, I discovered my passion for social causes. These experiences deepened my desire to make a meaningful impact and give back to society, she said. Like her, Swaroopa Sanjay Kanade, from Niphad village in Nashik, Maharashtra, comes from a farming family. Today, she stands tall, thanks to the scholarship programme. Once shy and uncertain, Swaroopa gained confidence, refined her communication skills, and adapted to corporate culture. Today, she is a graduate engineer trainee at a leading multinational company, earning Rs 4.6 lakh per year - a tenfold increase from her family's previous income. Her journey proves that young women from underserved communities can thrive in STEM and beyond with the right support, determination, and opportunities. According to reports, India has the highest percentage of women STEM graduates in the world - about 40 per cent in 2021-22, but only 14 per cent of STEM jobs in the country are held by women.
House of Abhinandan Lodha aims Rs 10k cr pre-sales in FY29 on rising demand for housing plots
NASHIK, Mar 8:The House of Abhinandan Lodha, which sells housing plots, aims 4.5 times jump in sale bookings to Rs 10,000 crore in 2028-29 on rising demand for plotted development projects, a top company official said. Addressing a CREDAI conference here, companys founder Abhinandan Lodha said it is set to clock sale bookings of Rs 2,200 crore during this fiscal, up by over 30 per cent from the preceding year. The Mumbai-based company formed in 2021, has already launched [] The post House of Abhinandan Lodha aims Rs 10k cr pre-sales in FY29 on rising demand for housing plots appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Huge demand for data centres in India, 18 mn sq ft area needed in 4-5 yrs: Irani
Nashik: BJP leader Smriti Irani on Friday suggested real estate developers to diversify their business and said there is a huge demand for data centres in India. Addressing a conference organised by CREDAI here, she said there is a huge demand for data centres in India and around 18 million square feet area will be 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 .
NCW to open pre-marital counselling centres in nine states to guide couples for happy marriage
NEW DELHI: To guide the younger generation on leading a happy married life, the National Commission for Women (NCW) will set up as many as 21 pre-marital counselling (PMC) centres across nine states. NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar said on Friday that these centres, which will be launched on International Womens Day on March 8, will provide expert guidance on the social, psychological, and behavioural aspects of marriage to the soon-to-be married couple. The aim is to guide the younger generation on how to have a happy marriage, she told the media. These centers, named Tere Mere Sapne will help individuals and families navigate matrimonial relationships with greater awareness and support from expert counselors and psychologists. Strong marriages are built on understanding and communication. These centers will help young couples and their families address concerns openly, ensuring healthier and more informed relationships, she further said. The NCW chief said that the Tere Mere Sapne centres will be set up near marriage registration offices. The initiative is being launched following extensive consultations with over 100 experts from across the country. We held consultations in Pune, where experts discussed what should be included in the PMC programme. We also conducted 'training of trainers' for counsellors to identify key topics that need to be covered, she said. These centres will be established in Rajasthan's Bikaner, Madhya Pradesh's Bhopal, Maharashtra's Nashik, Latur, and Mumbai, and Gujarat, Odisha, Kerala, and Faridabad in Uttar Pradesh. We plan to have such centres in every district of the country. Each centre will require a space of 150-200 square feet and will be staffed by trained counsellors, she said. Rahatkar said she has also urged district collectors to support the initiative by putting up hoardings and banners, and distributing brochures in universities, offices, and marriage registration venues. We have prepared well, but as we move forward, new issues will emerge. We plan to engage with colleges and create social media platforms to reach a wider audience, she said. The initiative will be launched in collaboration with the Akhil Bharatiya Abhivakta Parishad, a lawyers' body. The NCW will host an event on March 8-9 in Chhatarpur to honour over 1,200 women advocates. On the occasion of International Women's Day, on Saturday, the NCW will also organise a special exhibition in Parliament to honour 15 women who played a pivotal role in the drafting of the Constitution.
Raut wants to compete with Salim-Javed: Fadnavis denies rift with Shinde
MUMBAI: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday scoffed at speculations of a cold war between him and his deputy Eknath Shinde, and mocked Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut, quipping he wants to compete with Salim-Javed, the legendary screenwriting duo. He was addressing a press conference with deputy CMs Shinde and Ajit Pawar after a cabinet meeting and customary tea party ahead of the four-week budget session of the assembly, which begins on Monday. There is no war. Those who know both of us will remember what we do when we are together, said Fadnavis, pointing to their meetings before Shindes rebellion split the undivided Shiv Sena and sunk the Maha Vikas Aghadi government in 2022. While Fadnavis maintained that all partners of ruling Mahayuti BJP, Shiv Sena and NCP are working unitedly, Shinde chipped in, Everything is thanda thanda, cool cool. Shinde, who heads the Shiv Sena, said the budget session will be the first House proceedings of the new government after Mahayutis stunning victory in the state polls last year. It is just that Fadnavis and I have swapped our chairs. Only Ajit Pawars chair is fixed, said Shinde, who was the CM before the assembly elections with Fadnavis and Pawar as his deputies then. Pawar came up with the repartee, What can I do if you couldnt keep your chair, sending all three into peals of laughter. Fadnavis dismissed the reports that claimed that he had stayed decisions taken by his predecessor. I have not stayed any decision taken by Shinde, he said. The CM and his deputies also rubbished Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Rauts claim about Shinde meeting Union Minister Amit Shaha at 4 am in Pune to complain against Fadnavis. Shinde said Shah is a leader of the BJP-led NDA. Pawar asserted that it was a courtesy call at 10 am. Fadnavis said he too was present in the meeting. Raut in his weekly column Rokhthok in the Sena (UBT) mouthpiece 'Saamana' on Sunday claimed the meeting took place at a hotel in Punes Koregaon Park on February 22. Shinde who is a leader of 57 MLAs had to stay awake till 4 am to meet Shah, he claimed. Fadnavis said Raut wants to compete with Salim-Javed, the iconic screenwriting pair of Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar, while Shinde claimed there was chemical locha (imbalance) in the head of the Sena (UBT) leader. Amid disagreement over guardian ministers posts to taking separate review meetings to separate medical cells and war rooms for monitoring projects, there were reports of unease between Fadnavis and Shinde. When asked about his dont take me lightly remark, Shinde said he had already clarified that it was directed at those who took him lightly and how he taught them a lesson, in a veiled reference to Uddhav Thackeray. Fadnavis added, I dont take Shinde lightly so the remark was directed at those who underestimated him. He also lashed out at the opposition for boycotting the customary tea party on the eve of the assembly session. Referring to a letter by the opposition, Fadnavis said, It runs into nine pages. It has the names of nine opposition leaders of which seven have signed. All issues mentioned are based on newspaper reports and if they had read the governments response to these articles, the opposition couldn't have written even a half-page letter. They said the government should have a dialogue with the opposition. When we call them for dialogue, they boycott. None of the senior opposition leaders were present at the meeting. Instead of hum saath saath hai, its hum aapke hai kaun being played out in the opposition camp. The chief minister said five bills would be introduced during the session, which will continue till March 26, and two debates on women's empowerment and the Constitution will be held. He said soybean and tur procurement has been done in record numbers. We have to acquire additional godowns, he added. The CM said the government will table a balanced budget (on March 10) and ensure fiscal discipline. Flagship schemes will continue and only ineligible beneficiaries will be dropped, he said, referring to the Ladki Bahin programme. Fadnavis described the harassment of Union minister Raksha Khadses daughter as unfortunate, stressing those involved wont be spared. Asked about the opposition's demand for the resignation of NCP ministers Manikrao Kokate and Dhananjay Munde, he said a decision on Kokate would be taken after court order. We have already clarified about the demand for Mundes resignation, he said. Agriculture minister Kokate was recently convicted by a magistrates court in a forgery case and sentenced to two years in jail. A sessions court in Nashik that has suspended his sentencing will give its decision on Kokates plea seeking a stay on the magistrate's order on March 5. Munde has been facing opposition heat after the arrest of his close aide Walmik Karad in an extortion case related to the murder of Beed sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh. When told that Congress leader Sunil Kedars legislature membership was being terminated, Fadnavis said the decision was taken after the court refused to stay his conviction. In Kokates case, the sentence had been suspended, said the CM. About French consultant Systras allegations against MMRDA, Shinde said it had written on February 27 saying there was no financial irregularity concerning the planning body. Fadnavis said his government wont compromise on transparency.
On Maha Shivratri, Devotees Offer Special Prayers And Take A Holy Dip At Har Ki Pauri | N18S
On Maha Shivratri, devotees offer special prayers and take a holy dip at Har Ki Pauri, Haridwar, and in the Godavari River, Nashik, seeking Mahadevs divine blessings n18oc_shortsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
Devotees Throng Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple In Nashik On Mahashivratri | Video
Maha Shivratri is being celebrated today across the country. Devotees have been lining up to offer prayers at Shiva temples since morning.
Motilal Oswal Alternates Acquires Majority Stake In Mega Fine Pharma For Rs 460 Crore
Mega Fine Pharma has USFDA-approved manufacturing facilities in Nashik and Vapi and makes high-value, low-volume niche APIs for chronic therapies.
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Nashik court suspends Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate's jail sentence in 1995 forgery case
MUMBAI: A court in Nashik has suspended the two-year jail sentence given to Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Manikrao Kokate in a case dating back to 1995. Kokate was convicted for allegedly submitting fake documents to obtain government quota flats. The court is set to hear an appeal on Tuesday filed by the minister, who is an NCP leader, and his brother Sunil Kokate against their conviction. On February 20, the Nashik district and sessions court found both brothers guilty but acquitted two others accused in the case. The case was originally registered in 1995 based on a complaint by former minister, the late T S Dighole. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 on each of them. On Monday, Manikrao and Sunil Kokate filed an appeal against their conviction before District Judge-1 and Additional Sessions Judge (Nashik) N V Jiwane. The judge approved their plea for suspension of the sentence and sought a response from the prosecution regarding their appeal. The court also granted them bail, requiring each to furnish a personal bond and a surety bond of Rs 1 lakh until a final decision is made on their appeal. According to the prosecution, the Kokate brothers were allotted two flats meant for the Low Income Group (LIG) under the chief ministers 10 per cent discretionary quota. The flats were located on College Road in Yeolakar Mala, Nashik. The prosecution alleged that to qualify, they falsely claimed to belong to the LIG category and declared that they did not own any houses in the city. Following Digholes complaint, a case was registered at Sarkarwada police station under charges of cheating, forgery, and other offences under the Indian Penal Code against the Kokate brothers and two others.
Congress Demands Sacking of NCP Minister Sentenced to 2 Years Imprisonment
Kokate on Thursday was sentenced to two years in prison by a Nashik district court for his involvement in a 30-year-old document tampering and fraud case.
I have pulled down govts...: Shinde's veiled threat
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, amid reports of growing discord with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, has issued a warning, stating, Don't take me lightly. Shinde's remarks come amidst a series of events suggesting tensions between the two leaders, including the appointment of guardian ministers for Raigad and Nashik, the establishment of separate project monitoring cells, and Shinde's absence from several meetings convened by Fadnavis. The recent downgrading of police security for 20 Shiv Sena MLAs further fuels speculation of a growing rift. While both leaders have denied any discord, the events suggest a power struggle within the ruling alliance.
Maharashtra minister gets 2-year jail in cheating case
Maharashtra's agriculture minister Manikrao Kokate was sentenced to two years in prison for submitting fake documents to secure flats under the chief minister's quota. The Nashik court also convicted his brother and imposed a 50,000 fine on both. Following the verdict, Maharashtra Opposition demanded Kokate's resignation, while he plans to appeal in high court.
Maharashtra minister Kokate gets two years jail in 30-year-old cheating-forgery case, gets bail
Nashik, Feb 20 (PTI) A court in Nashik in Maharashtra on Thursday sentenced state agriculture minister and NCP leader Manikrao Kokate to two years in jail and fined him Rs 50,000 in a 30-year-old case of cheating and submitting fake documents to get flats under government quota. His brother Sunil Kokate was also convicted in the case registered in 1995 on the complaint of former minister late TS Dighole. The Kokate siblings had got two flats on College Road in Yeolakar Mala here under the chief ministers 10 per cent discretionary quota after claiming they did not own flats and
Two Leopards Found Dead in Nashik, Suspected Poisoning
Forest officials investigate possible poisoning of two male leopards in Adgaon Shivar area
Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate gets two years jail in cheating-forgery case, gets bail
NASHIK: A court in Nashik in Maharashtra on Thursday sentenced state agriculture minister and NCP leader Manikrao Kokate to two years in jail and fined him Rs 50,000 in a 30-year-old case of cheating and submitting fake documents to get flats under government quota. His brother Sunil Kokate was also convicted in the case registered in 1995 on the complaint of former minister late TS Dighole. The Kokate siblings had got two flats on College Road in Yeolakar Mala here under the chief minister's 10 per cent discretionary quota after claiming they did not own flats and belonged to the low income group (LIG). Dighole approached police at the time alleging irregularities, following which a case of cheating, forgery and other offences under Indian Penal Code was registered against the Kokate siblings and two others at Sarkarwada police station. On Thursday, the two brothers were convicted by the Nashik district and sessions court, while the two others named in the FIR were acquitted. Minister Kokate, who was present in court, told reporters, I have obtained bail in the case and will file an appeal against the order.
'We are thanda thanda, cool cool': Shinde denies rumours of rift with Fadnavis
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde has denied rumours of friction with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, saying there is no cold war between them. He said that unlike the Maha Vikas Aghadi, the Mahayuti's agenda is not for posts but for development and positive change in the lives of the people. Our war is with the people who are opposing the development of Maharashtra. We are thanda thanda, cool cool. We are united towards the progress of the state, Shinde said. Reports of a rift between the BJP and Sena were initially sparked by the allocation of guardian minister posts for Raigad and Nashik. Later Shinde got Fadnavis to reverse his decision on the appointment of the two guardian ministers. Uddhav Sena fumes as Sharad Pawar honours Shinde, asks how can he felicitate such a betrayer Shinde also clarified his launch of a separate medical help cell on the lines of the Chief Minister's medical relief fund saying he had only done what Fadnavis himself did in 2023. Fadnavis has said that there was nothing wrong in Shinde setting up such a cell. Last month, Shinde did not attend a meeting about the 2027 Kumbh Mela preparations, which was called by Fadnavis. Instead, he held his own meeting on the topic and took the review. Shiv Sena leaders also expressed displeasure over Fadnavis' decision to downgrade the security cover of 20 Shiv Sena MLAs from Y plus category to a sole constable. It was reported that the security cover for some MLAs from the BJP and the Ajit Pawar-led NCP was also reduced. But the number of Shiv Sena leaders whose security has been downgraded is much higher.
No psychological trauma: HC; refuses relief to blast convict alleging solitary confinement
MUMBAI, Feb 18: The Bombay High Court on Tuesday said there was no concern of any psychological trauma to Himayat Baig, convicted in the 2010 Pune German bakery blast case, who had alleged solitary confinement in prison. Baig in a petition filed last year claimed he has been kept in solitary confinement at the Nashik central prison in Maharashtra since the last 12 years. He sought to be shifted out of solitary confinement, claiming it was affecting his mental [] The post No psychological trauma: HC; refuses relief to blast convict alleging solitary confinement appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MUMBAY: The Bombay High Court on Tuesday denied relief to Himayat Baig, convicted in the 2010 Pune German bakery blast case, who had alleged solitary confinement in prison, stating that there was no concern of any psychological trauma. Baig in a petition filed last year stated that he has been kept in solitary confinement at the Nashik central prison in Maharashtra since the last 12 years. He sought to be shifted out of solitary confinement, claiming it was affecting his mental health. A division bench of Justices Revati Mohite Dere and Neela Gokhale, however, refused to grant any relief. At this stage, there is no concern of any psychological trauma as alleged by the petitioner (Baig), the high court said. With regard to Baig's prayer seeking a direction to the jail authorities to assign him some work in prison, the court said he shall be assigned work as per the prison rules and regulations. The Maharashtra government had earlier claimed before the HC that as per the law, no prison in the state follows the system of solitary confinement. As per the jail authorities, persons convicted for heinous offences, such as blasts and so on, are kept separately from others. In 2013, a special court in Pune convicted Baig on charges under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The court had imposed death penalty on him. In 2016, the HC commuted the death penalty to life imprisonment and also acquitted him of charges under the UAPA. Baig was the only person to be convicted in the February 2010 blast at the German Bakery, a popular eatery in Pune. The blast killed 17 persons and left 60 others injured. Six other persons have also been charge-sheeted in the case. Before the judgement was passed by the trial court in 2013, in a four paged note in Marathi, Baig claimed to be the 18th victim of the blast and alleged that he was framed by the Maharashtra Anti Terrorism Squad (ATS). I am the 18th victim of the Bakery blast. To render justice to the victims of the Blast it would be inappropriate to punish another innocent person. .I havent seen explosives in my entire life. I havent touched RDX once. This is a conspiracy against me by ATS., he told the court.
High Court refuses relief to blast convict alleging solitary confinement
Himayat Baig in a petition filed last year claimed he has been kept in solitary confinement at the Nashik central prison in Maharashtra since the last 12 years
KBC Global to Rebrand As Dharan Infra-EPC, Announces 1:1 Bonus Shares
The Nashik-based company's directors approved the bonus issue in the ratio of 1:1.
Mephedrone Valued At Over Rs 90,000 Seized In Nashik, 27-Year-Old Held
Nashik police arrested Arbaz Aslam Qureshi, 27, and seized mephedrone worth Rs 92,500. The Anti-Narcotics Cell acted on a tip-off and intercepted Qureshi in Royal Colony garden.
Aero India 2025: HAL Ramps Up Fighter Jet Production, Eyes Faster Deliveries, Says Chairman DK Sunil
HAL has already flown the first three Tejas Mark 1A aircraft from its 83 orders, with the remaining jets being built at Bengaluru and Nashik, says Chairman DK Sunil.
Karnatakas Kumbh Mela: Devotees take a holy dip at T.Narsipur as three-day event begins
The Kumbh Mela in Karnataka began in 1989 as the initiative of some pontiffs, to encourage the devout to take a dip at the confluence at T.Narsipur in case they could not make it to the Kumbh Melas that take place at Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain or Nashik.
Minor boy killed as car hits him in parking area of Nashik hotel
Boy was playing outside father's car; police begin investigation
Hind Rectifiers Plans To Expand Nashik Unit And Set Up An Arm For AI, Web3 Solutions
Hind Rectifiers' Suramya Nevatia said the company's expansion plans will focus on backward integration, which will improve cost efficiency.
Godhra convict caught with gang of thieves in Pune
Salim Zarda, a 55-year-old life convict in the 2002 Godhra train carnage case, was arrested in Pune district for theft. Zarda, who had previously jumped parole on eight occasions, was arrested on January 22 by Pune rural police. He was handed over to Nashik police in connection with a theft case registered there. Zarda was among the 31 persons convicted in the Godhra train carnage case. He was released on parole on September 17, 2024, but failed to return.
Maharashtra reports 2.19 lakh financial fraud cases worth Rs 38,000 crore in 2024; Mumbai tops list
MUMBAI: Maharashtra reported 2,19,047 cases of financial fraud last year, with Rs 38,872.14 crore as the total amount involved and the highest number of such incidents in Mumbai, as per data shared by the state Home Department. Among various prominent places, Mumbai reported the highest number of financial fraud cases at 51,873 involving a total amount of Rs 12,404.12 crore. This was followed by Pune city, which recorded 22,059 fraud cases, with losses amounting to Rs 5,122.66 crore. Pune district as a whole reported 42,802 cases, with 16,115 cases in Pimpri-Chinchwad (Rs 3,291.25 crore in losses) and 4,628 fin une Rural (Rs 434.35 crore in losses). Thane district followed closely with 35,388 fraud cases reported. Thane city recorded 20,892 cases, Navi Mumbai 13,260 and Thane Rural 1,236 cases. The total financial loss in the district was Rs 8,583.61 crore, according to the data. Mira Bhayander and Vasai Virar areas recorded 11,754 cases with financial losses reaching to Rs 1,431.18 crore. Nagpur city reported 11,875 cases, while Nagpur Rural accounted for 1,620 cases, with total losses amounting to Rs 1,491.07 crore. There were 9,169 cases reported in Nashik district, including 6,381 in Nashik city and 2,788 in Nashik Rural. The total loss in the district was Rs 1,047.32 crore. Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district reported 6,090 cases of financial fraud of Rs 543.61 crore, while Amravati district reported 2,778 cases involving Rs 223.059 crore. There were 4,837 cases reported in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar city and 1,819 in Amravati city, as per the data. Solapur district recorded 3,457 cases where people lost Rs 394.54 crore in such frauds. Among other districts, Buldhana reported 1,531 cases, Chandrapur 1,792, and Latur 1,624 cases involving amounts of Rs 239.19 crore, Rs 175.39 crore and Rs 240.45 crore, respectively. Authorities have urged people to remain alert and report suspicious activities related to financial transactions.
Five pilgrims killed, 35 injured as bus falls into gorge in Gujarat
DANG: Five persons were killed and 35 others injured when a private bus carrying pilgrims on a trip to various religious places fell into a deep gorge in Gujarat's Dang district early Sunday morning, police said. Among the injured persons, 17 were grievously hurt, they said. The accident took place at 4. 15 am when the bus driver lost control over the wheels near the Saputara hill station, in-charge Superintendent of Police SG Patil said. The bus, carrying 48 pilgrims, broke the crash barrier and fell at a depth of about 35 feet into the gorge, he said. Five persons died on the spot and 17 others suffered serious injuries and have been rushed to a civil hospital at Ahwa. Some others have sustained minor injuries. The rescue operation is nearly over, the official said. VIDEO | Gujarat: A bus fell into a deep valley in Dang district, leaving several injured. Deputy SP Sunil Patil says, Some passengers have been rescued and are undergoing treatment At around 4:30 am today, a luxury bus coming from Maharashtra overturned near Saputara - a hill pic.twitter.com/eQNlxgV0Je Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 2, 2025 The bus driver was among the deceased, comprising three men and two women, according to police. A total of 35 passengers were undergoing treatment at the nearby community health centres (CHCs), with 17 referred to the civil hospital at Ahwa in the district, Patil said. The passengers started at night for Dwarka in Gujarat from Trimbakeshwar, a religious place in Maharashtra's Nashik district. They made a brief stop at Saputara for tea break before resuming their journey when the accident occurred 2.5 kilometres from the hill station, the official said. The pilgrims, hailing from Guna, Shivpuri and Ashok Nagar districts in Madhya Pradesh, had set out on four different buses on December 23, 2024 on a trip to religious places across various states, he said. Dang Collector Mahesh Patel said the unfortunate incident occurred after one of the four buses carrying the pilgrims fell into the gorge. As per the passengers, they had tea and breakfast at Saputara before resuming their journey. It is likely that the driver lost control of the vehicle due to brake failure. Medical staff are working diligently to treat the injured persons, he said. The deceased have been identified as bus driver Ratanlal Jatav, two other men Bholaram Koswa and Bijroni Yadav, and two women Guddibai Yadav and Kailashbai Yadav, according to police. A team of locals and police personnel conducted the rescue operation. They brought out the passengers from the bus and rushed them to the CHCs for treatment.
7 Die, Several Injured As Luxury Bus Falls Into 200-Foot Gorge On Nashik-Gujarat Highway
A luxury bus fell into a 200-foot gorge on the Nashik-Gujarat Highway in Maharashtra on Sunday morning, leaving at least seven people dead.
3 returning from Kumbh killed as vehicles collide near Nashik
Three people lost their lives and four others were injured in a collision on Samruddhi Expressway near Wavi early Saturday morning. The victims were returning home after attending the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. The police have identified the deceased and reported that the condition of the injured is stable.
From 2024 Hathras Tragedy To 2003 Nashik Disaster: A List Of Major Religious Stampedes In India
The Maha Kumbh turned into a nightmare for many early Wednesday as multiple casualties reportedly took place when crores of pilgrims jostled for space to take a holy dip on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya
1.13 Lakh Rohingyas Got Birth Certificates in Maharashtra: BJP Leader
Mumbai: BJP leader Kirit Somaiya on Tuesday alleged that nearly 2.14 lakh illegal Bangladeshi immigrants have applied for birth certificates in Maharashtra in the last six months. Claiming that there is a scam under which bogus birth certificates, ration cards, and school certificates are being issued, the BJP leader said that 1.13 lakh birth suspicious certificates were issued to foreign nationals. The Maharashtra government has already ordered an investigation into Mr. Somaiyas allegations. The BJP leader also demanded a forensic audit of all the certificates issued and applications received/processed for delayed birth certificate by the Tehsildar and SDMs in 2024. He wrote a letter to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who handles the Home portfolio. Last week, the BJP-led Mahayuti government decided to put on hold issuing birth and death certificates to those who are making applications more than a year after the birth or death. The revenue department issued an order to hold birth and death certificates to those who have delayed making applications. The decision came in the backdrop of the allegations that Bangladeshi Rohingyas are being provided official documents in some parts of Maharashtra, which they subsequently use to get voting rights and Indian citizenship. The state home department has also constituted an SIT (special investigation team) headed by Dattatray Karale, Special Inspector General of Police, Nashik to probe the complaints of fraudulent registrations of birth certificates. In his letter, Mr. Somaiya claimed that 97 per cent of delayed birth registration applications belong to one religious community, who seem to have come from Bangladesh. Not a single document has been verified through appropriate authority, he claimed. The BJP leader had personally met 17 collectors and 37 Tehsildars in connection with the alleged bogus birth certificates. He said, I am confident that more than 90 per cent of delayed birth certificates shall be rejected as I have personally verified more than hundred applications. It is pertinent to note that Before 2023, the District and Session Courts approval was needed for applications for birth and death certificates delayed by more than a year. But the central government had brought an amendment in the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969 giving powers to district collectors/ Sub Divisional Officers. Somaiya claimed that the Amendment Act has been misused by giving bribes to local authorities. As result, 2.14 lakh Bangladeshis and Rohingyas applied for birth certificates in Maharashtra in the past six months.
