Vodafone Idea (Vi) Announces Rollout of 5G Services in 23 More Indian CIties
Vi announced that it is rolling out 5G services in 23 more Indian cities, including Ahmedabad, Agra, Aurangabad, Kozhikode, Cochin, Dehradun, Indore, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Madurai, Malappuram, Meerut, Nagpur, Nashik, Pune, Rajkot, Sonepat, Surat, Siliguri, Trivandrum, Vadodara and Vizag. The rollout will happen in phases. Vi 5G network was already available in Delhi, Mumbai, Patna, Chandigarh and Bengaluru.
The Maharashtra School Education Department has released the FYJC 2025 CAP round 1 seat allotment list. Over 12.7 lakh students applied for admission to Class 11 across Maharashtra. Candidates can confirm their allotted seats from June 30 to July 7 at mahafyjcadmissions.in. The second admission round begins on July 9. The government has also expanded the 10% in-house quota policy. Seat allotment details are available for regions including MMR, Pune, Nagpur, Amravati, and Nashik.
9 Airbags In Rs 1.5 Crore SUV But One 'Mistake' Leads To Nashik Businessman's Death In Crash
As another speeding vehicle splashed water onto the windshield of the SUV, the driver's visibility was momentarily lost. In those crucial seconds, the vehicle veered out of control
Nashik SHOCKER! Husband cheats many people by wearing police wife's uniform
Maharashtra police have arrested an impersonator who cheated many people here by wearing the uniform of his wife who is a police officer.
mid-day impact: MSRDC fixes Samruddhi Mahamarg after mid-day`s report
On June 24, mid-day reported the presence of potholes on the newly opened 76-km stretch between Igatpuri (Nashik) and Amane (near Mumbai), raising safety concerns for high-speed motorists
MoRTH to frame IRC guidelines after adopting new-age machines for faster highway construction
NEW DELHI: After the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) decided to adopt Automated and Intelligent Machine-aided Construction (AIMC) for highway development to ensure timely project completion, it announced that Indian Roads Congress (IRC) guidelines will be prepared based on feedback from contractors and concessionaires. The ministry has already sanctioned atleast 16 projects, where innovative machines will be used. According to the officials, Cabinet approval is awaited for 10 projects envisaged for implementation of AIMC system. With a significant growth in the national highways network including a significant increase in Greenfield and Brownfield highways with high embankments requiring a significant amount of earthwork and proper compaction in the last one decade, it has been felt appropriate to induct AIMC in highway construction, said officials. The decision to formally adopt the system was taken after evaluation of efficacy in a pilot; Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway Project, where in GPS-aided Motor Grader, Intelligent Compactor and Stringless Paver were used. The ministry also took into consideration the feedback from stakeholders and international guidelines and specifications. The ministry has also sought feedback on adoption of AIMC to formulate IRC guidelines, added officials. Officials added that the ministry would facilitate the concessionaire or contractor with the required license for the radio frequency range from the Department of Telecommunication (DoT) for the use of machines. The list of projects, which are already sanctioned, includes Western Bypass Gwalior (29 kms), 6-lane Greenfield Ludhiana Bypass (25 kms), Deoghar Bypass (49 kms), Shillong-Silchar Corridor (167 kms), Vrindavan Bypass (15 kms) and Patna-Arrah-Sasaram (125 kms) in Bihar. The projects which have been submitted for the Cabinet approval are Satellite Township Ring Road of Bengaluru (STRR) Karnataka (144 kms), BadveI Nellore Corridor (108 kms) in Andhra Pradesh, 4-lane access controlled Sirhind-Sehna section of NH-205AG (107 kms) in Punjab, and Nashik-Ahmednagar- Solapur-Akkalkot segment of the Surat-Chennai Expressway (374 kms). The ministry, in December, sought feedback from roads construction agencies, public work departments in states and union territories and other stakeholders on the proposal for adoption of the construction facilitated by innovatory. The benefits of AIMC are expected high adherence to design specification, improved rideability, performance durability and longevity and reduced wastage as well. The technology-driven construction also increases productivity, helps in real-time documentation, brings better transparency and minimises human interventions.
Rs 3,700 Crore, 8 New Roads & Amrit Snan: Maharashtra Begins Preparations For Nashik Kumbh Mela
The upcoming Nashik Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 will witness a significant traditional change, as the age-old practice of 'Shahi Snan' will be replaced with 'Amrit Snan'
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has approved road infrastructure development for the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela in Nashik, following Chief Minister Fadnavis's request for central support. The approved projects include expanding the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar road to six lanes and enhancing Dwarka Circle, with funds allocated for timely completion.
Centre Clears Multi-Crore Highway Overhaul In Maharashtra Ahead of Nashik Kumbh 2025
With lakhs of devotees expected to arrive in Nashik, the government is reinforcing and expanding road networks connecting Nashik to cities like Mumbai, Pune, Palghar & Dhule
Roads connecting Nashik to be upgraded ahead of Simhastha Kumbh Mela: Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that all roads leading to Nashik will be upgraded before the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, scheduled to begin on October 31, 2026. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has granted in-principle approval for the development and construction of necessary road infrastructure to manage the expected surge in devotees.
All roads leading to Nashik to be upgraded ahead of 2026 Kumbh Mela: Fadnavis
A high-level meeting on the highways connecting Nashik was held in the presence of Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, a release from the CM`s Office stated. Given the large influx of devotees expected to attend the mega religious congregation, Gadkari has given in-principle approval for the construction
Centre Clears Major Road Projects In Nashik Ahead Of Simhastha Kumbh Mela
A meeting was held at the Chief Minister's Secretariat in Nagpur's Hyderabad House. The 2027 Sinhastha Kumbha Mela in Nashik was the top agenda. The meeting focused on improving the road infrastructure to handle the surge in pilgrims in the city.
Heavy Rain Alert For Some Maharashtra Districts; Rivers Flowing Above Danger Mark
Orange alert warning of heavy rains was sounded for Thane, Raigad, Mumbai, Nashik, and Ratnagiri districts along with Ghats of Satara district. The alerts will be valid till 8.30 am on July 20.
BJP takes into its fold man it said had ties with '93 blast convict
Despite past accusations of ties to a 1993 bomb blasts convict, former Shiv Sena (UBT) Nashik unit chief Sudhakar Badgujar joined BJP, prompting internal dissent within the party's Nashik unit. The induction occurred after Badgujar's expulsion from Shiv Sena (UBT) and a meeting with Devendra Fadnavis, with senior BJP leaders welcoming him despite initial claims of unawareness.
Eight killed as heavy rain, lightning lash Maharashtra; red alert issued for coastal districts
MUMBAI: At least eight persons were killed, mostly due to lightning strikes, as heavy rains pummelled parts of Maharashtra, officials said on Sunday. The weather department has issued a red alert for the coastal districts of Ratnagiri and Raigad and an orange alert for Palghar, Thane, and Sindhudurg, and ghat areas of Pune, Satara and Kolhapur, they said. Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) have been stationed for rescue operations. As per the state disaster management report, Ratnagiri recorded the highest rainfall at 88.1 mm, followed by Raigad with 65.3 mm, Sindhudurg with 43.8 mm, Thane with 29.6 mm, and Yavatmal with 27.5 mm, in 24 hours ending at 11 am. According to authorities, eight people have lost their lives, and 10 have suffered injuries in different parts of the state. Fatalities, mostly due to lightning strikes, were reported in Mumbai, Sindhudurg, Dhule, Nashik, Sambhajinagar, Nandurbar, and Amravati, they said. Among major rivers in the Konkan region, the Jagbudi River in Ratnagiri district is flowing above the warning level, and Khed, Alsure, Chinchghar and Prabhuwadi villages on its banks may be affected if the water level rises, the disaster management report stated.
Ordinance Issued To Set Up Special Authority For Nashik Kumbh Mela
State issues ordinance forming 22-member Kumbh Mela Authority chaired by Nashik Divisional Commissioner Dr. Pravin Gedam; empowered to plan, approve, and oversee 4,065 crore in projects for 2026 event.
Maharashtra government hikes liquor taxes to raise 14,000crore in annual revenue
MUMBAI: The Maharashtra state cabinet on Tuesday approved a significant increase in excise duty on liquor, aiming to boost revenue by approximately 14,000crore per year . The state cabinet approved the Excise Departments recommendations after a secretary-level study group reviewed best practices from other states. The group proposed measures to expand liquor production, streamline licensing, and enhance excise duty and tax collection. Key decisions approved by the cabinet Excise duty increases: Indian-Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) up to 260 per bulk litre will now be taxed at 4.5 the declared production cost, up from the previous 3. Country liquor duty has increased from 180 to 205 per proof litre. New Maharashtra-Made Liquor (MML): A new category of grain-based foreign liquor, to be produced exclusively by Maharashtra distillers. Manufacturers must register their MML brands separately. Revised minimum retail prices for 180ml bottles: Country liquor: 80 MML: 148 IMFL: 205 Premium foreign liquor: 360 Licensing amendments: Sealed foreign liquor shops (FL-2) operating under lease agreements will incur a 15% increase in annual license fees. Hotel/restaurant licenses (FL-3) on the same basis will face a 10% fee hike Strengthening the excise department: An AI-enabled integrated control room will monitor distilleries, bottling units, wholesalers, and other operations. A new divisional office dedicated to Mumbai (city and suburbs) will be established, along with six additional superintendent offices in Mumbai suburbs, Thane, Pune, Nashik, Nagpur, and Ahilyanagar. Recruitment of 1,223 new staff: 744 regular and 479 supervisory positions.
3 Central Varsities to Work Together to Revamp Sanskrit Education
This was discussed at the fourth Utkarsha Samaroh (excellence ceremony) held at Central Sanskrit University in Nashik on Monday.
Maharashtra FYJC Merit List 2025 Out, PDF Download, Objections by June 7 at mahafyjcadmissions.in
The First Year Junior College (FYJC) First Merit List for the academic year 202526 has been released on June 6, 2025, 1:00 PM by the Maharashtra School Education and Sports Department. This list covers all districts participating in the Centralised Admission Process (CAP), including Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Amravati, Kolhapur, Latur, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Students [] The post Maharashtra FYJC Merit List 2025 Out, PDF Download, Objections by June 7 at mahafyjcadmissions.in appeared first on Testbook Blog .
Sena (UBT) expels a party leader, two days after his meeting with CM
Sudhakar Badgujar had a meeting with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on June 2 in Nashik where he expressed his displeasure over the functioning of Shiv Sena (UBT) and claimed that about a dozen other leaders have been unhappy with the party.
BJP Minister Predicts Earthquake In Shiv Sena (UBT) Within 8 Days
The developments are taking place on the backdrop of discontent in the Shiv Sena (UBT) over the Savarkar issue. Last week, Nashik party leader Bala Darade had threatened to blacken Congress party leader Rahul Gandhis face for allegedly insulting the Hindutva ideologue.
Nashik Kumbh Mela 2027 to Begin with Flag Hoisting on October 31, 2026
Maharashtra govt announces Amrit Snan dates; major bathing rituals in August and September 2027
Dates set for Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela
The flag will be taken down on July 24, 2028, which will mark the conclusion of the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, which is held once in 12 years.
Nashik Kumbh Mela schedule out but suspense over guardian minister pick continues
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis addresses the Nashik guardian minister issue. He indicates unresolved differences among ruling allies. The post is crucial for the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela. Fadnavis emphasizes that administrative work proceeds smoothly. He urges against politicizing the religious event. Earlier appointments were stayed due to reported disputes. Key leaders have previously held the position.
Simhastha Kumbh Mela to begin in Nashik-Trimbakeshwar on October 31 next year; CM chairs meet
The Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2026-2028 dates were announced, commencing on October 31, 2026, and concluding on July 24, 2028. Key events include 'Nagar Pradakshina' on July 29, 2027, and three 'Amrut Snan' dates in August and September 2027. The Maharashtra government has allocated significant funds for infrastructure development, including sewage treatment and land acquisition, to ensure a well-organized event.
Recreating Bal Thackeray's voice and making Saamana anchor, Sena (UBT) banks big time on AI
Shiv Sena (UBT) is increasingly using AI for upcoming Maharashtra civic polls. The party recreated Bal Thackeray's voice using AI at a Nashik event. Saamana, Shiv Sena (UBT)'s mouthpiece, introduced 'Tejasvi AI', Marathi media's first AI anchor. Anil Desai, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP, uses AI for data analysis. Aaditya Thackeray is credited for promoting AI use within the party.
Private nursing college principal held on charges of molestation
Nashik police apprehended a 40-year-old nursing college principal in Dwarka for allegedly molesting a minor student from a Scheduled Tribe. The principal is accused of inappropriate touching, soliciting sexual favors, and pulling the victim's dupatta over several months. Following the initial complaint, three more students have come forward with similar accusations, leading to additional charges and arrests.
Mumbai Diary | Rahul soothes frayed tempers in Mumbai Congress
Rahul Gandhi recently held a meeting with Mumbai Congress leaders where leaders expressed displeasure over the working style of incumbent Mumbai Congress president Varsha Gaikwad. They complained that, although they had fully cooperated with her in the Lok Sabha elections, she did not reciprocate during the state assembly elections. Besides, after the polls, no leader was consulted while chalking out the partys programs. Rahul Gandhi patiently listened to them and told them that the Congress party is the natural glue, so they should also work as a cohesive unit, not as separate entities within the party. No end to grand old partys electoral woes After losing the assembly elections, Congress in Maharashtra is trying to bounce back, but its half-hearted efforts under the leadership of political light-weight Harshvardhan Sapkal are not paying off. Therefore, the party cadre is looking at credible secular options either close to power or in power. Several senior Congress leaders and their supporters are in talks with the NCP, led by Deputy CM Ajit Pawar. Most party leaders do not see their future with the Congress, as it has slipped below a 10% vote share. It has been observed in several states, such as UP, Bihar and Tamil Nadu, that it is nearly impossible to bounce back once the Congress vote share dips below 10%. Mundes search for solace continues Silence is the best option when everything is chaos around you. This is concerning NCP MLA and former minister Dhanjay Munde. He had to resign after his close aide Walmik Karad was found to have been the mastermind in the Massajog sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh murder case. Since then, Munde has been seeking solace. Having lost the ministership, he also holds no key position in the party. He reportedly joined a fortnight-long Vipassana course at Igatpuri near Nashik, where he has to do something challenging for politicians to achieve: maintain silence for 8-10 hours during daily meditation and eat only Satvik food. Sudhir Suryawanshi Our correspondent in Maharashtra suryawanshi.sudhir@gmail.com
Uddhav's leader threatens to blacken Rahul's face for...
A local Shiv Sena (UBT) leader has threatened to blacken Rahul Gandhi's face for his remarks about freedom fighter Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, sparking a strong reaction from Congress leaders in Maharashtra. The threat, made by Bala Darade, a deputy city unit chief of the Uddhav Thackeray-led party in Nashik, could put the opposition alliance Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) under strain. The Congress leadership has condemned the threat, stating that their party believes in non-violence but is capable of responding to such threats.
Sena (UBT) Leader Threatens to Deface Rahul Over Savarkar Remark
The remark by Bala Darade, a deputy city unit chief of the Uddhav Thackeray-led party in Nashik, could put the opposition alliance Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) under strain
Jindal Poly Films Gets Closure Notice From Industrial Safety Department
A major fire broke out at Jindal Poly Films' plant at Nashik on May 21. The smoke had been continuously rising from the plant for the last six days.
The daily water crisis in Nashiks Barichivari village
In Nashiks drought-prone village, daily survival hinges on early morning treks to fetch water from distant wells
Mumbai, Pune Rain: How heavy showers in Maharashtra could bring tears to your kitchen
Mumbai Rain News: Unseasonal rains in Maharashtra have devastated onion crops across key growing regions like Nashik and Pune, potentially impacting market supply. Farmers who harvested later faced significant losses due to extreme heat followed by heavy rainfall. While current prices remain low, the reduced supply may soon lead to price increases for consumers, especially in urban centers.
Centre open to considering Andhra Pradesh for Tejas expansion plans
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu met Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday to propose new defence-related investments in the state. The pitch, part of Naidus broader industrial growth agenda, included a request to expand HALs Tejas aircraft manufacturing capacity to Andhra, currently limited to Bengaluru and Nashik
Combat Army Aviation Training School holds passing out parade for skilled aviators, instructors
The Combat Army Aviation Training School in Nashik conducted a combined passing out parade, inducting officers as skilled aviators and instructors. Lt General Vinod Nambiar presided over the event, emphasizing technology's role and Army Aviation's future as first responders.
The shares of Jindal Polyfilms fell over 4% on Friday, while it was down 8.42% on Thursday and 3.68% on Wednesday.
Jindal Poly Films Share Price Slumps After Fire Incident At Nashik Plant
Jindal Poly Films said production and operation is now temporarily halted at the plant.
Fire At Jindal Poly Films Subsidiary's Plant In Nashik Hits Operations
There were no casualties reported. News agency IANS, citing preliminary reports, said the blaze was likely caused by a short circuit.
Fadanvis Confident Of Mahayutis Unity In Civic Polls
Civic elections to all 29 Maharashtra municipal corporations, including Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Nashik, Aurangabad, Nagpur and Amravati, were stalled for nearly five years.
Mumbai Braces For Rainy Week, Orange Alert Issued For Pune, Nashik | Check IMD's Forecast
Maharashtra Government To Start Mobile Van Squad For Education Of Street Children
A Women and Child Development (WCD) Department official said they had rolled out a pilot basis project in Mumbai city, Mumbai suburban, Thane, Pune, Nashik and Nagpur districts in 2022-23.
Mumbai weather: IMD issues Yellow alert as rains lash parts of city
Mumbai is under a yellow alert for rainfall on Tuesday and Wednesday. Unseasonal rains continue in parts of Maharashtra. Mumbai recorded a maximum temperature of 34 degrees Celsius. Air quality is satisfactory. Several areas across Maharashtra may witness thunderstorms. An orange alert has been issued for Vidarbha districts. Nashik and Trimbakeshwar also witnessed intense rainfall.
New Metro Variant Under Study For Nashik As Neo Plan Stalls Amid Changing Urban Dynamics
Will Maharashtra's Tragic Water Story Ever Change?
Women in Nashik and Yavatmal risk their lives to get water for their homes every summer.
In view of Kumbh Mela, Maharashtra CM approves major infra upgrade for Shirdi airport
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis approved Shirdi airport's expansion for the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela. The plan includes helipads and parking lots. Amravati airport's runway expansion is also in consideration. Latur and Karad airports will also see development. Focus is on improving air connectivity across Maharashtra. Updates on other regional airports were reviewed.
In India, Wine Culture Takes Off With A Vineyard Scene Thats Worth A Trip
In the past two decades, Indian wine production has, in fact, become a thing, and Nashik is its epicenter.
Women climb down dried up well, walk miles as water crisis hits Nashik village
Borichi Bari village in Maharashtra faces a severe water crisis, forcing women to risk their lives climbing into wells for water. Wells are drying up, and locals walk kilometers for a single pot. The Jal Jeevan Mission's delayed progress exacerbates the issue, impacting marriages and livestock.
Congress targets Maharashtra govt over water woes in rural areas
The Congress party criticizes the Mahayuti government over a severe water crisis in Nashik, where women risk their lives to obtain water from dry wells. State Congress leaders highlight the failure of the Jal Jeevan Mission, accusing the government of prioritizing festivals like the Sinhastha Kumbh Mela over providing drinking water to struggling families.
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
The injured police personnel were on security duty during the anti-encroachment drive at the spot when the protestors started pelting stones.
SC questions Waqf law clause, ED names Gandhis in Herald case, Nashik demolition turns violent, Mamata blames Centre for Murshidabad riots
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.
Nashik Man Dies On Dance Floor At Ambedkar Jayanti Event, Loud DJ Beats Likely To Blame
Nitin Fakira Ransinge, 23, collapsed while dancing during Ambedkar Jayanti festivities in Phule Nagar area. He was declared dead on arrival at the hospital.
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.
Releasing Her..: Man Dies By Suicide After Killing Sick Wife In Maharashtra, Leaves Note
In a tragic incident, an 80-year-old city resident allegedly killed his ailing wife and died by suicide in Nashik, police said on Thursday.
'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.
'How To Kill An Artist': Kunal Kamra's 'Playbook' Jibe Amid Ongoing Eknath Shinde Joke Row
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
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Preparations For Nashik Kumbh 2027 Underway Basis Learnings From Maha Kumbh
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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.
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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.
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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.
