Lab Rats series: A Pune biotech startups new approach to vitiligo cure
Ahammune has advanced its first-in-class drug to solve vitiligo to mid-trials with a fraction of the cost of global peers. Its not been an easy road, but the tide is turning.
MLC polls: Neck-and-neck battle between Mahayuti and MVA over five seats
Bombay HC quashes FIR against Pune student over Operation Sindoor repost
Pune RTO launches WhatsApp number for passengers against fleecing by private bus operators
FTII students protest in solidarity with SRFTI students, demand revocation of rustication
Row over Khalid's book: ABVP protests outside IISER Pune, students criticise institute's withdrawal
PWD plans three flyovers, one grade separator for Rs 227 crore to alleviate Hinjewadi traffic woes
No other option: Townships forced to depend on polluted Mula water in Hinjewadi
Pune police to register FIR against woman constable for drunk driving on wrong side of road
Pipeline breaches trigger massive wastage; citizens slam PMC over leaks as stricter supply cuts loom
Man tries to steal cash from ATM unit
Two workers killed as bike crashes into parked truck
PMC starts repairing roads under PCB, offers relief to cash-strapped board
Education should go beyond earning money, contribute to society: Tamil Nadu governor Arlekar
Maharashtra farmers to get support for resilient agriculture
No additional water cuts for now: Mayor tells PMC to pause decision till canal committee meeting
Pune makes room for round-the-clock gyms
SNDT to give academic recognition to chess for undergraduates
Man faces FIR for alleged NCRA recruitment exam question paper leak
Std VI vocational education to give 75% weightage to practical work
Pune Study Reveals Silk Nanocomposite's Dengue Potential
A recent scientific study by Dr. Dinesh Amalnerkar and Dr. Ravindra Chaudhari in Pune has demonstrated that a silk-based nanocomposite material, particularly one containing silver nanoparticles, can effectively kill Aedes aegypti mosquito larvae and pupae. This research, published in 'Nature Scientific Reports', offers a promising new approach for dengue control, especially as Pune faces a surge in cases. While showing high mortality rates in lab tests and minimal environmental impact, further field research is needed before large-scale deployment.
Cyclone Arnab impact: Several flights from Vizag, Vijayawada cancelled
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Oct 27 (IANS) Very severe cyclonic storm Arnab in the Bay of Bengal has disrupted air services in Andhra Pradesh, with airlines cancelling several flights at Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram near Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada International Airport on Tuesday. With heavy rains accompanied by gusty winds lashing the coastal region under the impact of the cyclone on Tuesday, various airlines have cancelled their services as a precautionary measure. Sixteen flights scheduled to depart from Bhogapuram on Tuesday have been cancelled. Services to destinations like Delhi, Hyderabad, Kurnool, Tirupati, Bengaluru, Kolkata and Chennai were cancelled. Five flights from Gannavaram Airport in Vijayawada were also cancelled in view of the cyclone. Airlines have cancelled Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Kadapa and Bhogapuram flights. With the cyclone set to cross the coast on Wednesday, more flights are likely to be cancelled. Authorities had already issued an advisory that, in view of the approaching cyclonic weather, heavy rainfall and strong winds may affect flight schedules and travel to and from Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport. Passengers were advised to check flight status with their airline before leaving for the airport. They have been advised to allow additional travel time, subject to local weather and road conditions. Passengers have been asked to contact their airline directly for rescheduling or cancellation assistance. Air India and Air India Express said in their advisories that weather conditions associated with Tropical Cyclone Arnab may impact flights to and from Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada on 27 October. They advised passengers to check their flight status on the websites of the airlines. As road travel may also get affected due to inclement weather, passengers have been advised to allow extra time for their journey to the airport. Meanwhile, a review meeting was held by the Airports Authority of India to assess preparedness at airports located in the potential impact zone of severe cyclonic storm Arnab and ensure readiness to address any possible disruptions to civil aircraft operations. The meeting was chaired by Puneet Kansal, Chairman and attended by Regional Executive Directors of Eastern Region and Southern Region, Airport Directors of Kolkata, Chennai, Tirupati, Raipur, Kadapa, Bhubaneswar, Vijayawada, Rajahmundry and Jharsuguda airports, along with ATC In-charges of Bhogapuram and Hyderabad airports.
Cases will be filed against rogue finance companies harassing drought-hit farmers: Maha Minister
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) The Maharashtra Cabinet Sub Committee chaired by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Tuesday decided that cases will be filed against rogue finance companies harassing the drought-hit farmers from 304 talukas for the recovery of loans. Microfinance and private finance companies harassing farmers during the drought period and driving them to suicide were issued a clear warning at the meeting. Following the incident in Nanded, the Chief Minister has ordered direct police complaints (cases) to be registered against officials and recovery agents of companies that mentally harass farmers, said Chandrashekhar Bawankule. He further stated that with the severity of drought increasing in the state, the government has taken crucial steps for farmers and livestock. To alleviate the fodder shortage across 304 drought-affected talukas, full authority for fodder procurement and cultivation has been granted to a 5-member committee chaired by the District Collectors. Along with this, a key decision has been taken to directly provide funds from the District Planning Committee (DPC) to immediately restart rural piped water supply schemes that were shut down solely due to unpaid dues or lack of electricity connections. To prevent the livestock fodder issue from turning grave, a 5-member committee headed by the District Collector has been formed. The Collector will have full authority regarding fodder procurement, local cultivation, or bringing supplies from other districts. As per the government's new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), dry fodder will be made available at Rs 12 per kg and green fodder at Rs 8 per kg. Fodder cultivation will take place using DPC funds on available lands belonging to the Forest, Revenue, and Water Resources departments. Additionally, abundant fodder from Sindhudurg and Ratnagiri will be diverted to drought-affected districts, said Minister Bawankule. According to the minister, water supply schemes that have halted despite the availability of water, solely due to unpaid electricity bills or missing power connections, will be operationalised immediately using DPC funds. This will curb wasteful expenditure on water tankers and directly supply drinking water to villagers. Income tax-paying farmers, government officials/employees, and public representatives have been excluded from the Rs 5,000 subsidy being credited to farmers' bank accounts ahead of Diwali. These strict criteria will be applied on the lines of loan waiver rules, he said. The government will provide financial assistance to desilt lakes and dams and spread the silt across farmland. A subsidy of Rs 31 per cubic meter for desilting and Rs 35 per cubic meter for transporting it to fields will be provided. Furthermore, royalties will be fully waived if soil, murrum, or gravel from lakes are used for road construction work, said Minister Bawankule. Minister Bawankule clarified that demands to declare drought have been received from Haveli, Maval, and Mulshi in Pune district, Hatkanangale in Kolhapur district, and parts of the Konkan region. A final decision regarding the inclusion of these new talukas in the drought-affected list will be taken in next Tuesday's meeting after receiving ground reports from the respective District Collectors.
Hiranandani Communities, Krisala expand partnership to Rs 20,000 cr projects
The Hiranandani Group and Krisala Developers are set to roll out four new developments in Pune and Nagpur. Their focus is on delivering high-quality homes, including a unique golf lifestyle township. With the first project in Pune expected to attract considerable revenue post-completion, both companies are confident the market will continue to flourish in the year ahead.
'People Knew Me As The Man Who Almost Killed Amitabh Bachchan': Puneet Issar On Coolie Mishap
More than four decades later, the actor has opened up about how the accident changed his career
Madhya Pradesh govt transfers four IPS officers
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 27 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh government on Tuesday issued orders transferring four Indian Police Service (IPS) officers across key posts in the state. The Home Department order, issued from Vallabh Bhawan, places the officers on temporary postings until further orders. According to the official order, the state government has redeployed the officers; Anurag Sujania (IPS 2014 batch), currently serving as Superintendent of Police, Sagar district, has been posted as Assistant Inspector General of Police at police headquarters, Bhopal. Sanjeev Kumar Sinha (IPS 2016 batch), who was commandant of the 14th Battalion of the State Armed Force in Gwalior, has been appointed Superintendent of police of Sagar district, filling the vacancy created by Sujanias transfer. Puneet Gehlot (IPS 2017 batch), presently superintendent of police of Dewas district, has also been posted as assistant inspector general of police at Police Headquarters, Bhopal. Aditya Mishra (IPS 2018 batch), currently superintendent of police of Balaghat district, has been transferred as superintendent of police of Dewas district. The transfers are part of routine administrative rearrangements in the state police force. Officials said the officers will take charge of their new assignments at the earliest. The order takes immediate effect and will remain in force until further instructions from the state government. The Home Department has directed all concerned authorities to ensure smooth and timely implementation of the postings.
Meet Disha Daga, 26: Pune artist painted for RBI, taught 25,000 students
Disha Daga embarked on her mandala journey in 2016 as a creative pastime, transitioning to a professional artist. Garnering online recognition, she landed her first commission in August 2021, collaborating with esteemed clients such as the Reserve Bank of India. With a passion for education, Daga has hosted workshops for over 25,000 students, inspiring the next generation to embrace unconventional careers in the arts.
Mahayuti vs MVA: Counting under way for five Maharashtra Legislative Council seats
Polling for the Pune Graduates, Nagpur Graduates, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad) Graduates, Pune Teachers and Amravati Teachers constituencies took place on October 23, recording a voter turnout of 72.96%, as per officials
JLR India starts local production of Defender 110 in Pune, cuts prices by up to 34 lakh
The move brings the luxury SUVs manufacturing closer to Indian customers, while global production of other Defender variants continues in Slovakia.
JLR begins local production of Defender 110, prices to drop by 34 lakh
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) India on Tuesday said it has commenced production of the Defender 110 at its Pune facility to cater to its local customers, thereby reducing prices by up to Rs 34 lakh for the fully loaded top-end version. The company said it expects up to a 20 per cent uptick in sales volumes following the move. With this, India becomes the first market outside Europe for local production of Defender, the company said. Global production, however, will continue at JLR's facility in Nitra, Slovakia, which remains the centre of excellence for Defender and will continue to manufacture global variants including Defender OCTA, Defender 90 and Defender 130, it said. In the last three and a half years, the company has sold 9,000 units of the Defender. The country has embraced Defender for its capability, versatility and unmistakable character. With more than 9,000 Defenders on Indian roads already, and as our highest-selling model, it has moved beyond an SUV to become a cultura
JLR starts local Defender production, cuts prices by up to Rs 34 lakh
Jaguar Land Rover has begun producing the Defender 110 at its Pune facility to serve Indian customers. This local production is expected to decrease prices by up to Rs 34 lakh for the top-end model. The company believes this move will lead to a potential 20 percent increase in sales volume. With over 9,000 Defenders sold in India, it has gained popularity and cultural significance.
Student held for post on India-Pakistan conflict released from Pune jail
On Tuesday, the HC came down heavily on the government for its absolutely shocking and adical response to the girl's social media post
'The man who almost killed Bachchan': Puneet didn't get work for 6 yrs after Coolie accident
Rapido could be removed from app stores in Pune as police crack down on its unlicensed bike taxi services. The companys approval application remains pending, and authorities have warned of legal action.
Bombay High Court quashes FIR against Pune student for social media post over Operation Sindoor
A chance is required to be given in such cases, a single Bench of Justice Milind Jadhav said, noting that the student has already suffered custody
Bombay High Court quashes FIR against Pune student for social media post over Operation Sindoor
A chance is required to be given in such cases, a single Bench of Justice Milind Jadhav said, noting that the student has already suffered custody
Pune RTO warns private bus operators against overcharging passengers
Pune RTO has warned private bus operators against charging fares above government-prescribed limits during Diwali and said violations could invite action under the Motor Vehicles Act. Passengers can report excess fares and other violations on WhatsApp at 8275330209
PM Modi To Inaugurate Pune Metro Line 3 Connecting Hinjewadi To Civil Court On 3 November
IISER Pune Removes Umar Khalids Book from Library After Objection
Institute cites the need to avoid misunderstanding or unrest after a social media post objected to the books inclusion.
Pune Metro Line 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to virtually inaugurate Pune Metro Line 3 on November 3, with 17 stations on the 23.3-km Hinjewadi-Shivajinagar corridor set to open to passengers. The launch follows repeated delays, as IT employees await relief from traffic congestion. While 17 stations have received safety clearance, four stations are still awaiting approval.
Sugar prices rise by Rs 5 in Pune; find out how much it costs now.
Sugar has taken a bitter turn ahead of Diwali. In fact, the price of sugar has risen by 5 per kg in Pune. Let's find out the real reason behind this price increase.Sugar Price Hike: Sugar becomes expensive before DiwaliEven before Diwali, inflation has begun to disrupt household budgets...
Mumbai- Pune Expressway Missing Link: Goods Vehicles Banned, More New Rules From November1
Speed limits have been set at 100 km/h for light vehicles and 80 km/h for passenger buses.
Conjunctivitis cases rise in Pune amid weather transition, festive crowds
Pune has reported a rise in conjunctivitis cases over the past two to three weeks, with doctors linking the increase to changing weather, crowded public places and inadequate hand hygiene. Ophthalmologists have advised timely medical attention, proper hygiene and avoiding self-medication
Imaan, Vikrant emerge MSSA U-16 badminton champions
Imaan, who is ranked fifth in Maharashtra in the U-15 singles category and second in doubles, is set to represent Greater Mumbai in the U-17 competition in Pune from October 30 to November 7
Counting underway for five Maharashtra Legislative Council seats
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) Vote counting began at 8:00 a.m. for five Maharashtra Legislative Council constituencies, comprising three Graduate and two Teachers seats. The outcome will decide the political fate of 182 candidates following the voting held on October 23. The elections have evolved into a major political showdown between the ruling Mahayuti alliance (BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP) and the opposition Mahavikas Aghadi (MVA) (Shiv Sena (UBT), NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) and Congress). Internal rebellion, friendly contests between allies, and strong Independent candidates have further intensified the stakes across all five constituencies. In Pune Graduate Constituency, a high-profile contest is between Dr Smita Jadhav (BJP) and Harshada Deshmukh-Jadhav (NCP - Sharadchandra Pawar). Voter turnout reached 62.78 per cent out of 3.88 lakh registered voters. In Nagpur Graduate Constituency, which is historically a BJP bastion, featuring a key fight between incumbent MLC Abhijit Wanjari (MVA/Congress) and Sudhakar Kohale (Mahayuti/BJP). Turned out 64.76 per cent of voters across 38 candidates. The Pune Teachers Constituency recorded an 85.87 per cent turnout among 61,940 registered teacher voters. The primary contest involves incumbent MLA Jayant Asgaonkar (Congress), Kaustubh Gawade (BJP), and Independent Sachin Sanap. The Amravati Teachers Constituency recorded a turnout of 91.08 per cent among around 33,000 registered teacher voters. There are about 26 candidates in the fray, including Shiv Sena nominee Kiran Sarnaik, Congress candidate Aditi Pohre, Shiv Sena(UBT) Dattatray Lahane and Samajwadi Ganrajya Party Suresh Devkar. In addition, former legislator Shrikant Despande, Sangita Shinde, who is the sister of BJP MP Anil Bonde, Chandrashekhar Bhoyar and Sumit Pawar are also fighting. The Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Marathwada) Graduate Constituency saw a 58.67 per cent voting percentage. Three-time sitting MLC Satish Chavan has been fielded again by the Mahayuti alliance under the NCP banner. On the MVA side, the Sharad Pawar-led NCP fielded Dr Pratap Singh Patil, while the Shiv Sena(UBT) fielded Dilip Ghorge, resulting in two MVA candidates competing in the same constituency. Beyond the five individual seats, this election serves as a crucial barometer for party organisation and alliance unity. For the Mahayuti, the poll outcome will show whether seat allocation friction and cross-candidate rebellion weaken coalition vote transferability. In the case of Maha Vikas Aghadi, it will decide the opposition's capacity to capitalise on ruling alliance rivalries and ground-level discontent.
Pune Man Molests Teen On Road, Tries To Kidnap Her, Locals Thrash Him
The woman's cries for help drew the attention of local residents, who caught and assaulted the accused.
Activist Khalid's book removed from Pune institute library
A book written by jailed activist Umar Khalid was removed from the library of the Pune-based Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) after a social media post objected to its listing as a new addition.
Minimum temperatures drop across state; Jalgaon coolest at 15.4C, NDA in Pune 15.6C
IISER Pune removes Umar Khalid's book from library to avoid unrest
Maharashtra must build quantum technology, patent capabilities: Chandrakant Patil
Pune: Mystery fumes at Fatimanagar mall, shops say customers have reported vomiting
EOW issues notices to two OSDs in Sunetra Pawars office in Mundhwa land deal case
PMC issues notice to Hadapsar hosp over dengue test record mismatch
Pune auto & cab unions call for protests on Oct 28 & Nov 2 against Rapido bike taxis
Already reeling under dry Thursday: Pushback mounts over PMCs plans for steeper water cuts
Indian, Italian and Czech organisations join hands to tackle microplastic pollution
India needs skilled workforce to become self-reliant, says Sudhir Kalkar
Pune researcher takes ayurvedas fight against antimicrobial resistance to WHO headquarters
MPSC paper leak case: Suspension is not enough, strict punishment must follow, says Kadam
Two held for robbing daily wage workers of Rs50,000 in Pirangut
Neighbour hacks elderly couple to death over cattle dispute in Purandar
Construction worker falls to death in Mamurdi
AFMC commissions 38 nursing officers into Military Nursing Service
Goods vehicles to remain barred from Connecting Link after 6-month trial
Police seize 1,128 counterfeit Rs 500 notes in Pune, four held
Ministers influencing water distribution decisions without following SOPs: Opposition
State mulls strict action against finance firm directors over farmer harassment
PCMC orders crackdown on unauthorised firecracker stalls
Peak electricity demand starts to ease after highs
Power supply to thousands hit in Tathawade, Punawale
Tata Communications to invest 4,350 crore in 10,000-km AI data centre network
First phase to link data centre hubs in Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad and Chennai; later phases to extend connectivity to Vizag, Bhubaneswar, Jamnagar and GIFT City
Bank of Maharashtra reports 41% jump in Q2FY27 net profit at 2,310 crore
The Pune-headquartered public sector bank, which reported a net profit of 1,633 crore in the year ago quarter, logged a robust growth in advances amid improvement in asset quality
India to host World Cycling Championship for first time ever in Pune
The championships could give Indian cyclists greater exposure to international competition and encourage more young people to pursue the sport professionally
Ranji Trophy: Badoni Slams Second Successive Ton, Saranshs Seven-for Puts MP On Top
JSCA International Stadium: Batting all-rounder Ayush Badoni continued his rich vein of form by hitting a second consecutive hundred, while India off-spinner Saransh Jains seven-wicket haul gave Madhya Pradesh firm control on day one of the third-round Ranji Trophy matches on Monday. Fresh from a career-best 217 against Gujarat, Badoni struck an unbeaten 106 off 122 balls, laced with 11 fours and two sixes, to take Delhi to 309/5 against Jharkhand at the JSCA International Stadium in Ranchi. Badoni, 26, previously hit 205 against the same opponents in the 2024/25 season. A chanceless knock, Badonis sixth first-class hundred, anchored Delhis recovery. He found a reliable ally in all-rounder Sumit Mathur, who was unbeaten on 50, as the pair put together an unbroken 128-run stand for the sixth wicket. Mathur had a lucky escape on 36 when he was caught at long-on, only to be recalled because Anukul Roy had overstepped. At Holkar Stadium in Indore, Saranshs 7-40 helped Madhya Pradesh bowl Bihar out for just 99. The hosts, still looking for their first win of the season after two draws, then reached 261/3 with a lead of 162, after bowling out Bihar for 99. Wicketkeeper-batter Saksham Purohit was unbeaten on 113, and his opening partner Yash Dubey made 84. At the BKC Ground, Mumbai also made a strong start against Haryana at home after being put in to bat first. Angkrish Raghuvanshi made 114 off 180 balls with 13 fours and a six, while Musheer Khan scored 109 off 185 balls with 12 fours and a six. The pair added 208 runs for the second wicket to steer Mumbai to 290/3 at stumps. Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir, also in search of their first win, were frustrated by Priyanshu Moliya at the Reliance Ground in Vadodara. Moliyas patient unbeaten 113 lifted Baroda to 259/6 after they had slipped to 197/6 at one stage. Vidarbha, who have two wins so far, had Goa in trouble at 84/6 after Nachiket Bhute ripped through the top order with four wickets. But Darshan Misal and Yash Kasvankar then struck half-centuries and shared a stand of 104 runs for the seventh wicket to help the visitors reach 204/8. On a rain-hit day, Pondicherry reduced Uttar Pradesh to 67/4. In Mysuru, Karnataka recovered from a sluggish start to bowl Tripura out for 194 at the SDNR Wadiyar Stadium. The hosts, who sprang a surprise by leaving out pacers Vidwath Kaverappa and Abhilash Shetty to accommodate spinners Shikhar Shetty and Ritesh Bhatkal, failed to make use of the new ball as Tripura moved comfortably to 88/2 in the first session. Left-arm spinner Shikhar then claimed his third first-class five-wicket haul, while pacer Manvanth Kumar took three. Karnataka lost Mayank Agarwal early and were 10 for one at stumps. At the DVR Ground in Mulapadu, Chhattisgarhs spinners made full use of a helpful pitch to bowl Andhra out for 231. Veteran off-spinner Jayant Yadav led the way with 4-75, while Ajay Mandal and Dharmendrasinh Jadeja took three and two wickets respectively. In reply, Chhattisgarh lost Ayush Pandey early when he was run out going for an unnecessary quick single. Captain Anuj Tiwary and Mayank Verma then negotiated the final half-hour to take the visitors to 35/1. Wicketkeeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh laid the foundation with 81 off 126 balls, hitting nine fours and a six, while fifties from Salil Arora and Ramandeep Singh then guided Punjab to 289/6 against Hyderabad in Secunderabad. Denish Das made 90 off 165 balls, with 14 fours, to take Assam to 235/6 against Saurashtra in Rajkot. For the hosts, veteran pacer Jaydev Unadkat picked up three wickets, while Ravindra Jadeja and Arth Yadav took one wicket each. In Thiruvananthapuram, where only 50 overs were possible due to rain, Kerala reduced Bengal to 172/6, with Aditya Sarwate taking three wickets and Nedumankuzhy Basil two scalps. Maharashtra bowled out Gujarat for 233 in Pune, with Siddhesh Veer taking four wickets, while Rajvardhan Hangargekar and Vicky Ostwal claimed three apiece. Maharashtra were 24/1 when stumps were called. Services off-spinner Pulkit Narang returned 6-47, his second five-wicket haul of the season, to bowl Odisha out for 194 in Bhubaneswar. The visitors were 13/0 at stumps. Tamil Nadu bowled out Railways for 184 in Chennai, with R Sai Kishore and Sonu Yadav taking three wickets each, but slipped to 71/3 till stumps arrived. Devendra Singh Boras six-wicket haul helped Uttarakhand dismiss Rajasthan for 272 in Dehradun despite skipper Kartik Sharmas 73. Uttarakhand were 18/0 at stumps. Centuries from Arjun Azad and Nehal Pajni powered Chandigarh past 350 for the loss of three wickets against Himachal Pradesh. In the Plate group, Meghalayas Ajay Duhan (167) and Kishan Lyngdoh (144) shared an unbroken 308-run stand for the second wicket as their side piled up 385/2 against Mizoram in Nadiad. Tamil Nadu bowled out Railways for 184 in Chennai, with R Sai Kishore and Sonu Yadav taking three wickets each, but slipped to 71/3 till stumps arrived. Devendra Singh Boras six-wicket haul helped Uttarakhand dismiss Rajasthan for 272 in Dehradun despite skipper Kartik Sharmas 73. Uttarakhand were 18/0 at stumps. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Nepali gang arrested for murder of retired IPS officers wife in Hyderabad
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Oct 26 (IANS) More than five months after Tanuja Ranjan, wife of retired Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Ray Vinay Ranjan, was brutally murdered at their residence in Hyderabad, police on Monday arrested four Nepalese. Those arrested include the domestic worker, Dharma Tiruwa alias Kalpana, who had worked at the victims residence. The arrests were made following a five-month-long investigation spanning several states and the India-Nepal border. Hyderabad Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar announced the arrests at a press conference. A Special Investigation Team (SIT), probing rising property offences committed by Nepali gangs across the three Police Commissionerates, arrested four accused near Nampally Railway Station on Monday (October 26). Dharma alias Kalpana, 26, is from Surkhet district in Nepal. Ganesh B.K. alias Ganesh Bishwakarma alias Dinesh Thapa, 31, is a labourer who was residing in Pune; Chandra Bahadur Tamang alias Ranjeet Thapa alias Shanker Chandra Lama alias Kancha, 44, a cook whose listed Indian address is in Gurugram, Haryana; and Ganesh Bahadur Shahi, 37, a watchman who was residing in Pune. Police said two other accused remained absconding and that teams were continuing efforts to trace them. The police had earlier arrested two other accused in the case. Police said the accused entered the house in Prashasan Nagar on the night of May 78, restrained Tanuja Ranjan and smothered her. They allegedly escaped with 225 grams of gold jewellery and other valuables. The police investigation revealed that Dharma came to Hyderabad in June 2025 through a relative and began working as a domestic help at the Jubilee Hills residence for a monthly salary of about Rs 20,000. During her employment, she allegedly remained in contact with Bikas, a Nepal national based in Pune, who repeatedly asked about her employer, the households assets and the valuables inside the house. He eventually proposed a robbery in return for a share of the proceeds. In April 2026, Dharma travelled to Pune to visit her ailing father and came into contact with other members of the alleged gang. On May 4, when her employer left for Bengaluru, she allegedly alerted the group. The police account says Ganesh Bahadur Shahi, Shanker Chandra Lama and Sunil Pariyar met at Kalamboli in Raigad district, Maharashtra, on May 4 and travelled to Pune in a hired Maruti Ertiga. The next day, they met other alleged accomplices, including Ganesh B.K., before setting out for Hyderabad. On the morning of May 7, Ganesh B.K. and Suresh Shahi allegedly met Dharma near her workplace, surveyed the premises and discussed how the group could enter the house. Two groups allegedly carried out the operation. According to police, the gang assembled at Ravindra Bar near the Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station area on the evening of May 7. It allegedly split into two groups under a plan devised by Sujan Shahi, also known as Suresh Shahi. One group, comprising Ganesh B.K., Suresh Shahi and Shanker Lama, was assigned to enter the house and carry out the robbery. The other, comprising Ganesh Bahadur Shahi, Sunil Pariyar and Netra Shahi, allegedly remained near Nampally railway station as a lookout team. During the intervening night of May 7 and 8, Dharma allegedly opened the door to let the others in. Police said Tanuja woke up during the incident. The attackers allegedly gagged and restrained her, causing her death by suffocation. The group then searched the house, broke open cupboards and took gold jewellery and other valuables. After leaving through the rear gate, the accused allegedly travelled to Nampally and joined the lookout team. Investigation revealed that the group subsequently travelled towards Kazipet, moved into isolated hilly terrain and divided the stolen property into nine equal shares. Members then split into smaller groups, fled towards Nepal and disposed of the valuables at different locations. On May 22, Task Force teams arrested Sunil Bahadur Aauji alias Sunil Pariyar and alleged receiver Dilip Bahadur Mijar alias Sonar. Police recovered 26 grams of the stolen property from them. The investigation continued across Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune, Surat, Patna, Delhi, Lucknow and Uttarakhand. The SIT also carried out field inquiries near the India-Nepal border, spending more than five months gathering intelligence in remote and hilly areas. Police said local informers helped the team track the suspects alleged hideouts, travel routes, employment and contacts.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) In a major push toward wildlife preservation and habitat protection across Maharashtra, the State Board for Wildlife (SBWL), chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Monday approved key environmental proposals during its 26th official meeting. Among the landmark decisions made, the board granted Wildlife Sanctuary status to two key forest pockets and formally approved proposals for 14 new Conservation Reserves spanning seven districts. The new Wildlife Sanctuary status has been accorded to Kolamarka Conservation Reserve (Gadchiroli district), which is widely renowned as a vital habitat for endangered Asiatic wild buffaloes (Bubalus arnee). Kolamarka has officially been upgraded to a Wildlife Sanctuary. Further, approval was granted to expand the existing Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary by incorporating 588.767 hectares of private and revenue land from six villages (Ogda, Khodde, Tirmal, Pachghar, Phansad, and Amle) to make the sanctuary human-settlement-free. Proposals for 14 new conservation reserves spread across Pune, Raigad, Nashik, Nandurbar, Thane, Palghar, and Chandrapur districts received official board clearance. These reserves include Velhe Mulshi (Pune / Raigad), Bhorgirigad (Pune), Lonavala (Pune / Raigad), Dindori (Nashik), Surgana (Nashik), Taharabad (Nashik), Chinchpada (Nandurbar), Alibaug (Raigad), Ghera Manikgad (Raigad), Gumatara (Thane), Jawhar (Palghar), Asherigad (Palghar), Dhamani (Palghar) and Ekara (Chandrapur). Further, the State Board for Wildlife declared 100.139 sq. km area in Koka Wildlife Sanctuary as Critical Wildlife Habitat and 255.79 sq. km area in Jaakwadi Bird Sanctuary as Critical Wildlife Habitat. It was also decided that maintenance, silt removal, and dam repair works inside wildlife sanctuaries must be permanently integrated into the respective Management Plans within 3 months. Wildlife officials are to be notified in advance instead of seeking fresh administrative approvals for every project. Clearances were granted for essential civic and infrastructure projects (irrigation, drinking water, roads, bridges, power transmission, medical units, and underground optical fibre cables) across protected zones, eco-sensitive areas, and tiger corridors. Discussions were held on declaring Human-Wildlife Conflict as a Natural Disaster under the Disaster Management Act, establishing quiet zones in tiger reserves (core/buffer/ESZ), and formulating relocation policies for villages in buffer zones. The CM instructed officials to evaluate staffing requirements, deputations, and vacant positions within one month to shift notified sanctuaries from Regional Forest/Forest Development Corporation Maharashtra control to the dedicated Wildlife Wing.
Odisha Revenue Dept Partners with NIC Pune to Modernise Land Registry
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