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Jeetendra says hes more Maharashtrian than Punjabi, vows to visit Bappa till death

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 22 (IANS) Veteran superstar Jeetendra on Tuesday visited Pune for Ganpati darshan and spoke about his deep-rooted connection with Maharashtra. He recalled his childhood memories of celebrating the festival and his struggling days before becoming an actor. Speaking to IANS at the venue, Jeetendra said he believes that Bappa calls him to visit and that he could not miss the darshan despite not keeping well. See, number one, Bappa calls me, I don't come, that's number one. And second thing is, his love, Nimbalkarji's (organiser) love, affection, he remembers me, he calls me, he calls me with a lot of love. And I feel good to come for him. Today I am not well, but I can't go wrong. Asked about his wish from Bappa, the actor said he wants to remain physically independent for as long as he lives. I want to walk on two legs till I die. This is my only prayer. I want to come to visit Bappa till I die even if it means coming on a stretcher. On what he prayed for his children, Jeetendra said, Peace of children, love, affection of people and good health, that's all I asked for. The actor then recalled his childhood and said Ganpati celebrations had been an integral part of his life. He revealed that he lived in a four-storey building where around 100 families resided and that he was the only Punjabi among the largely Maharashtrian and Konkani residents. He also added that at his house in Mumbai, they have been celebrating Ganeshotsav for around fifty two years. Recalling his early days, the jumping jack of Bollywood said, We had hundreds of families, a four-storey building. And on each floor there were 20-25 rooms. So there were 100 of us. And I was the only Punjabi. The rest were Maharashtrians and Konkanis. So everything in my house was Maharashtrian. My mother also spoke Marathi. Recalling his childhood memories of Ganpati and other festivals, Jeetendra remembered the simple joys of receiving bundis and saving them in his pockets. In Ganpati, let's say it's Diwali or Ganpati. We used to get boondi. We used to take boondi and put them in our pockets. We used to eat them one by one. He said such simple moments brought a kind of happiness that is difficult to experience today. We don't have that fun now. Right? The small things that we used to enjoy in our childhood, we don't get in big things now. Jeetendra also recalled the modest circumstances in which he grew up, saying that having a fan at home was once considered a luxury. If I look here, even in Mumbai, there is a one-bedroom flat. Everyone has an AC. Everyone has an AC in their house. There was a fan in my house. The whole building came into view saying, there was a fan in their house. I stayed there for 17 years. After that, by the grace of God, I became an actor. However, the veteran actor said the peace and satisfaction he experienced during his childhood remain special to him. He also emphasised his strong Maharashtrian identity. But the fun, the peace, the satisfaction, I am more Maharashtrian inside and outside. Because I have a lot of Maharashtrians around me. I am talking about Maharashtrians of my time. I have never met such good people. They never had any ego or attitude, but they had a lot of self pride and self respect. They would be completely self dependent, and never be dependent on anybody.

bhaskarlive 22 Sep 2026 9:03 am

9.31L notices for verification ready, just 3,157 delivered

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 12:51 am

Pune natural choice for GCC hub, says CM Fadnavis

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 12:44 am

Wakad police arrest three for murder of daily wage worker

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 12:44 am

FUEL SkillTech University signs MoU with JIT

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 12:41 am

Citizens seek tighter safeguards in Western Ghats ESA draft

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 12:39 am

BWF World Jr C'ships 2026: Asian U17 medallist Tanvi Patri and Shaina Manimuthu lead Indian squad

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) India will look to build on its team bronze and individual silver from last year's edition in Guwahati when a strong 18-member squad, led by newly crowned Asian U17 champion Tanvi Patri, continental silver medallist Shaina Manimuthu and India Junior International Grand Prix winner Dev Ruparelia, competes at the BWF World Junior Championships 2026 in Cairo, Egypt. The contingent was selected following selection trials held at the National Centre of Excellence in Guwahati from September 18 to 21, in accordance with the guidelines established by the Badminton Association of India's (BAI) Junior Selection Committee. The team event for the Suhandinata Cup runs from October 5 to 10. Fifth-seeded India, the bronze medallist from the last edition, has been drawn in Group D1 alongside Peru and Brazil. To qualify for the quarterfinals, India must top Group D1 and then win a playoff tie against the winner of Group D2, which features ninth seeds Indonesia, Macau China, and Senegal. Commenting on the squad, BAI General Secretary Sanjay Mishra said,India has a strong chance of delivering another impressive performance. Our junior players are carrying good momentum from the U17 Asian Championships, where the team reached the final. We waited for the medal-winning players to return before completing the selection trials to ensure everyone had a fair opportunity. Our boys and girls have worked extremely hard, and I am confident they can build on Indias podium finishes in Guwahati last year. As per the BWF Council decision for 2026, the Suhandinata Cup will be played under the new 3x55 relay scoring system, while the individual events for the Eye Level Cups, scheduled from October 11 to 17, will be conducted under the 3x15 scoring system. To prepare for the championships, the squad will undergo a dedicated World Junior Camp at the National Centre of Excellence, Guwahati from September 25 to October 2. The girls' singles challenge will be led by Patri and Manimuthu, alongside Parul Choudhary and Tanvi Reddy Andluri. In boys' singles, Ruparelia is joined by Nishchal Chand, Jagsher Singh Khangurra, and Akhil Reddy Bobba. In girls' doubles, Aanya Bisht and Angel Punera, who were part of the Indian squad that won a historic team medal last year, feature alongside Diya Bheemaiah B. and Baruni Parshwal. The boys' doubles pairs feature Aathish Sreenivas P.V. with Yogansh Singh, and Pavan Suresh with Punith Suresh. Divyansh Agrawal and Varna Prabhuanand, together with Yogansh Singh and Aanya Bisht, form the mixed doubles lineup. Indian Squad for BWF World Junior Championships 2026: Boys' Singles: Nishchal Chand, Dev Ruparelia, Jagsher Singh Khangurra, Akhil Reddy Bobba Girls' Singles: Parul Choudhary, Tanvi Reddy Andluri, Shaina Manimuthu, Tanvi Patri Boys' Doubles: Aathish Sreenivas P.V. / Yogansh Singh, Pavan Suresh / Punith Suresh Girls' Doubles: Aanya Bisht / Angel Punera, Diya Bheemaiah B. / Baruni Parshwal Mixed Doubles: Divyansh Agrawal / Varna Prabhuanand, Yogansh Singh / Aanya Bisht

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 10:24 pm

Puneet Issar REACTS to Swara's 'Ashamed as a Hindu' remark

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 8:59 pm

India's data centre buildout set for a major 5-6-year push: Puneet Chandok

India is set to build over 70% of its data centre capacity in the next five to six years, driven by AI workloads, data localisation and rising enterprise demand

Business Standard 21 Sep 2026 8:17 pm

Simandhar Education Partners with Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce to Offer US CPA, CIA and EA Alongside Undergraduate Studies

L-R: Mr. Chinmay Sawant, Business Development Manager, Simandhar Education; Dr. Tessy Thadathil, Vice Principal, Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce; Pune: Mr. Sripal Jain, Co-founder, Simandhar Education; Prof Dr. Manojkumar

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 6:53 pm

MNS Workers Make Influencer Apologise

Pune, Maharashtra | Social media influencer Mahesh Mote was allegedly made to apologise by MNS workers after a reel that the party claimed contained objectionable remarks about MNS chief Raj Thackeray. Videos show Mote with black ink smeared on his face, performing sit-ups with slippers on his head and apologising before a photograph of Raj Thackeray.

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 6:46 pm

In Pune Murder, Garland Photo Hints At Secret Marriage At Rajasthan Temple

Police developed suspicion of a hidden marriage after analysing mobile phone chats between the two accused.

NDTV 21 Sep 2026 3:00 pm

Make Raj Thackeray CM: Amit Thackerays Ganeshotsav prayer in Pune

Amit Thackeray's comments came during his Ganeshotsav visits across Pune, where he said he had been visiting an increasing number of mandals each year

Mid Day 21 Sep 2026 1:43 pm

Microsoft launches 4th India cloud region in Hyderabad to boost AI capacity

Microsoft on Monday formally launched its fourth India cloud region, in Hyderabad, as part of its USD 20.5 billion investment commitment to the country's digital and AI infrastructure. The India South Central region, which became generally available on August 6, joins the company's existing regions in Pune, Chennai and Mumbai. The Hyderabad facility uses effectively zero water for cooling, relying on air-cooled chillers instead of traditional water-based systems, Microsoft India and South Asia President Puneet Chandok said. He noted that the country has about 2 GW of data centre capacity, which is set to rise to 6-7 GW by 2035, with over USD 100 billion in investments already committed. India would emerge as an AI infrastructure hub not just for itself but for Asia and the Global South, Chandok said. In a video message, Microsoft Vice Chair and President Brad Smith said the new region would give organisations in India, and more broadly Asia, more capacity, greater resilience and m

Business Standard 21 Sep 2026 1:30 pm

Tears in eyes, slippers on head: Influencer forced to prostrate and record apology video after recording reel on MNS chief

Digital Desk | Pune Sep 21 (IANS) A social media influencer was forced to prostrate in front of Raj Thackerays photograph for allegedly mocking Raj Thackeray in one of his reels. According to a NDTV report, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena workers captured the influencer, Mahesh Mote, and forced him to prostrate before a photograph of Raj Thackeray with slippers on his head and black ink smeared on his face. He was recorded while he apologized on camera in the same position while doing sit-ups. The video showed tears flowing down Mote's cheeks while the latter apologising to Raj Thackeray and the MNS workers for alleged insult and also pleading before them to be forgiven and let off. I inadvertently said something wrong about Raj Saheb, and I also mistakenly spoke inappropriately about Shubham Dada and other MNS office-bearers. Today, I deeply regret my mistake. Because of this reel, I have found myself in this predicament. I sincerely apologise to the MNS party and to all of you, Mote pleaded, with wet eyes. According to reports, a sub-divisional president of Hardaspur Assembly constituency, Shubham Jagdale alleged that the influencer used abusive and offensive language against MNS chief Raj Thackeray in a video posted about 15 days ago. Previously, the influencer was in Keralam but as soon as he returned to Pune, MNS workers got information and brought him to an MNS Public relations office, where the apology video was recorded. Jagdale claimed that Mote was given mahaprasad, meaning that the latter was treated roughly. Boasting about the incident, the MNS worker said that anyone who would try to tarnish Raj Thackerays image would meet a similar fate. We brought him to our office and made him lie down before a portrait of the respected Raj Saheb Thackeray and demanded an apology, a MNS leader was heard saying. In further boasting, he stated, In true MNS style, we gave him a fitting reply in our own language - something you might even call 'Mahaprasad'. I believe that if anyone makes such remarks against Raj Saheb Thackeray, MNS will respond in exactly this manner. --sut/mr

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 1:17 pm

Pune-Beed Daily Express to Start From September 22

September 21, 2026: Passengers travelling between Marathwada and western Maharashtra will get direct rail connectivity as Central Railway is set to start regular services of the Pune-Beed-Pune Express. Train numbers 11433/11434 Pune-Beed-Pune Express will operate daily throughout the week. The regular service from Pune will begin on September 22, while the service from Beed will ... Read more Pune-Beed Daily Express to Start From September 22

Udaipur Kiran 21 Sep 2026 10:04 am

Agrograde working on AI-powered sorting, grading machines for tomato, garlic

The Pune-based agri-robotics firm is already providing such services for onions, potatoes, apples and arecanuts, says its founder and CEO Kshitij Thakur

The Hindu Businessline 21 Sep 2026 8:38 am

Assam Rifles DG Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera performs Ganpati aarti in Pune

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The News Mill 21 Sep 2026 4:42 am

Sesa FA drawn in Group A

They will face HOPS FC, Roots FC and Krida Sirsaim: Goas SESA Football Academy will begin its campaign in the inaugural AIFF U15 Womens Youth League in Group A, alongside HOPS FC, Roots FC and Krida Prabodhini Pune. The competition is set to kick off on October 15 at the Sporting Planet Sports Complex in []

The Navhind Times 21 Sep 2026 1:30 am

Amit Thackeray Criticizes Student Conditions at Pune Polytechnic College

Amit Thackeray expresses outrage over poor student conditions at Pune Polytechnic College, urging immediate reforms and addressing drought issues. Amit Thackeray Criticizes Student Conditions at Pune Polytechnic College

Daily Kiran 21 Sep 2026 12:23 am

Cops trace 30 Bangladeshis in PCMC limits, deport 26

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 12:07 am

Divine Moments From Radha Ashtami Celebrations At ISKCON Pune

Devotees gathered at ISKCON Temple, NVCC Pune, for Radha Ashtami celebrations, seeking divine darshan and taking part in the festive proceedings on the auspicious occasion.

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 5:25 pm

Fake social media account, ChatGPT used in Ketan Agarwal's murder

Digital Desk | Pune, Sep 20 (IANS) A fake account on social media platform Instagram, along with ChatGPT and murder films, was used by Siya Goyal and her co-accused in the alleged murder of her fiance Ketan Agarwal, reveals the charge sheet filed by the police in the sensational case. The 5,053-page charge sheet, filed on Saturday, detailed the alleged conspiracy behind the death of the 26-year-old businessman at Lohagad Fort in Pune in June, NDTV reported. Agarwal was allegedly pushed off the fort on June 18 by his fiancee Siya Goyal, who was assisted by her purported lover Chetan Chaudhary, and another accused, identified as Ritesh Hange. All three have been arrested by the police. According to the charge sheet, the accused had initially discussed seriously injuring Agarwal and even explored the possibility of hiring someone from outside Maharashtra to carry out the attack. Police claimed the plan was later dropped because they feared the hired assailant could expose the conspiracy or create problems for them. Investigators have mentioned that a person contacted during this stage has since become a witness, the media report said. As per the charge sheet, the accused subsequently decided to kill Agarwal themselves and watched murder films and used ChatGPT for the purpose. They also listened to podcasts on how to avoid detection by police as part of their preparations. Goyal and her co-accused also researched last year's Meghalaya honeymoon murder case where Indore resident Raja Raghuvanshi was allegedly killed by his wife, Sonam, during the couple's honeymoon in the state's East Khasi Hills district. Moreover, investigators stated that a fake Instagram account named 'Mahi' was created using the photograph of a woman known to the accused in order to lure Agarwal to the fort. Subsequently, messages from the account encouraged the victim to visit the spot on June 18 for a surprise birthday plan for Goyal. According to the chargesheet, the fake account was part of a plan devised by Ritesh Hange to bring Agarwal to the fort. The account was deleted after the incident. Further, the charge sheet also revealed that the accused conducted a recce of locations around Lonavala before selecting Lohagad Fort. According to investigators, Goyal and Chaudhary visited Tiger Point and other locations in search of an isolated spot. Police said that Lohagad was eventually selected because of a death at the fort in March last year. The accused thought they could make Agarwal's death appear like an accidental fall at the spot.

bhaskarlive 20 Sep 2026 4:54 pm

Pune Murder Accused Siya Goyal Made Fake Instagram ID To Lure Husband To Fort

Ketan Agarwal died after being pushed off the fort on June 18, following which his fiancee, Siya Goyal, and her lover, Chetan Chaudhary, were arrested.

NDTV 20 Sep 2026 11:20 am

Fynbos for Indian St Leger (Gr 1)

Fynbos is expected to resume her winning ways on Sunday at the Pune racetrack

Mid Day 20 Sep 2026 9:28 am

Pune Police Unveils 5,053-Page Charge Sheet in Ketan Agarwal Murder Case

Pune police file a comprehensive charge sheet in the Ketan Agarwal murder case, detailing a complex conspiracy involving multiple suspects. Pune Police Unveils 5,053-Page Charge Sheet in Ketan Agarwal Murder Case

Daily Kiran 20 Sep 2026 1:48 am

Major Changes to Train Routes and Timings in Pune Due to Mega Block

Significant train route changes and delays in Pune due to ongoing infrastructure work from September 19 to October 4. Major Changes to Train Routes and Timings in Pune Due to Mega Block

Daily Kiran 20 Sep 2026 1:09 am

Payment delay strains midday meal workers amid heat strain

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 1:07 am

Pune among top cities in 1BHK demand

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 12:59 am

Eight-year-old dies as tractor hits her in Hole Vasti

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 12:58 am

Vijayawada: Polling Station Lists Published for MPTC, ZPTC Elections

State Election Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha said on Saturday that the lists were finalized as per the schedule notified by the commission on September 9 for the second ordinary elections to MPTCs and ZPTCs.

Deccan Chronicle 19 Sep 2026 11:29 pm

Ketan Agarwal's killing: Chargesheet reveals Siya studied Meghalaya honeymoon murder

The Pune Rural Police have filed a charge sheet against three accused in the case involving the death of businessman Ketan Agarwal, whose body was found in the ravine of Maharashtra's Lohagad Fort.According to the Pune Rural Police, the accused have been identified as Siya Goyal, Chetan Chaudhary, and Ritesh Hange. The police allege that the trio initially planned to inflict grievous injury on Ketan Agarwal but later conspired to murder him. The charge sheet filed in the court of the Judicial Magistrate First Class at Vadgaon Maval details the physical, technical, forensic, and medical evidence gathered during the investigation.

India TV 19 Sep 2026 11:27 pm

5,053-Page Chargesheet Filed In Ketan Agarwal Murder Case

The chargesheet, submitted in the Vadgaon Maval court, carries several pieces of evidence, including the messages, photos, mobile phone data, call detail records, statements of witnesses and technical analysis certificates, the Pune Rural police official said.

NDTV 19 Sep 2026 11:19 pm

Kwon demolishes Nagal as Korea book Davis Cup Final 8 berth

The Times of India 19 Sep 2026 11:11 pm

Ketan Agarwal Murder: Chargesheet Filed

Pune police have filed a 5053-page chargesheet in the Ketan Agarwal murder case, detailing how his fiance Siya Goyal, her alleged lover Chetan Choudhary, and Ritesh Hange conspired to push him off Lohagad Fort. The chargesheet reveals the use of a fake Instagram account, online research, and even ChatGPT to plan the murder and avoid detection, after previous attempts failed.

Rediff 19 Sep 2026 11:01 pm

Chargesheet Filed In Ketan Agarwal Murder

A 5053-page chargesheet has been filed in the Ketan Agarwal murder case in Pune. Realtor Ketan Agarwal died after being pushed off Lohagad Fort, leading to the arrest of his fiancee Siya Goyal, her alleged lover Chetan Choudhary, and Ritesh Hange. The chargesheet includes digital evidence and reveals online searches made by Goyal related to similar incidents and the Sonam Raghuvanshi case.

Rediff 19 Sep 2026 9:40 pm

Pune Crowd Makes Way For Ambulance During Ganpati Celebrations

An ambulance passed through a crowded Appa Balwant Chowk in Pune during Ganpati celebrations on September 14, as devotees and revelers made way for the emergency vehicle. The viral video has drawn praise online for the crowds response.

The Times of India 19 Sep 2026 8:46 pm

RBI orders removal of Maharashtra minister, 7 others from Latur DCC Bank

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has ordered removal of Maharashtra Cooperation minister Babasaheb Patil and seven other directors of the Latur District Central Cooperative Bank for exceeding the 10-year tenure limit. Patil belongs to the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) led by Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar. The central bank's order followed directions passed by the Aurangabad bench of the Bombay High Court in response to a petition filed by bank member Satish Sheshrao Jadhav. RBI Assistant General Manager Kapil Goswami issued the order on Friday. Directors of District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs/Central Cooperative Banks) have a maximum tenure cap of ten years under the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, as amended by the Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025. Earlier, State Cooperation Department Deputy Secretary Sudhir Amrite had written to the Cooperation Commissioner, Pune, seeking action against directors of district central cooperative banks who had completed more than 10

Business Standard 19 Sep 2026 5:39 pm

Lalbaugcha Raja darshan: 25-year-old man dies after suffering cardiac arrest

A 25-year-old man from Pune died after suffering a medical emergency while waiting in the darshan queue at Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai late on September 17. Police said there was no indication of a crowd crush, while the exact cause of death awaits the post-mortem report

Mid Day 19 Sep 2026 4:06 pm

20th Rozgar Mela: New appointees from Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Pune thank PM Modi as 51,000 appointment letters distributed

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 19 (IANS) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi distributed over 51,000 appointment letters to newly recruited youth in various government organisations at the 20th Rozgar Mela, newly appointed candidates on Saturday across the country expressed happiness and thanked their families and the government for the opportunity. In Ahmedabad, Gujarat, several candidates who received appointment letters at the Rozgar Mela spoke to IANS about their achievement. I have been appointed as an Inspector in the Income Tax Department. I would like to express my gratitude to my parents and God. Through this process, I received my appointment letter at the Rozgar Mela. For this, I would like to thank the Prime Minister and all the officials present here, one of the appointees told IANS. Another appointee said, It feels great. I have been selected for the Income Tax Department, and this is a moment of immense happiness for me and my family. Through this process, recruitment is taking place in a regular and time-bound manner, which is an extremely significant milestone for the youth and their careers. Another newly appointed candidate said, It feels wonderful. The hard work put in has ultimately proven successful. It brings immense happiness to my family and me. With the blessings of my family and God, I am extremely happy with what I have achieved today. I am thrilled to be selected for the Income Tax Department. Similarly, in Bengaluru, Karnataka, IANS spoke to several new appointees who shared their experiences after receiving their appointment letters. First of all, Im feeling very happy. It has been a long wait, with a lot of hard work and patience. So, Im finally very happy now. Actually, as builders of the nation, we will be serving the government, and we will try to fulfil the aspirations of the government, specifically the aspirations of the Prime Minister, one appointee said. Another newly appointed candidate said, Im really happy that today I got my appointment letter. It has been years of hard work, and finally, I got it today. Im very thankful to everyone who helped and supported me throughout my journey. Another appointee said, I am feeling very happy. The Prime Ministers aspirations for 2047 and the way he has inspired all of us have motivated us to strive to achieve those aspirations. We will work with the same dedication as the Prime Minister does and try to achieve the Prime Ministers goals by 2047. Another candidate from Bengaluru said the appointment brought both relief and a sense of responsibility. Yeah, its a relief initially, but its also a great responsibility to take on the post that I have to hold. In the Income Tax Department, every penny is valuable. It is the peoples money. So, we have to be very conscious while spending every amount, and I will also do my best to serve the people, he said. Similarly, in Pune, Maharashtra, candidates spoke to IANS and expressed their happiness after receiving appointment letters. I have been selected as a Scientist B at DRDO. We are receiving our appointment letters, and we are all very happy, one appointee said. Another candidate said, I have been appointed as a Scientist B at DRDO. My family is very happy. I would like to thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Because of him, many young people like me have got employment. We will serve the country in our respective fields. Another appointee added, I would like to thank the Government of India and the Prime Minister. I have been selected as a Scientist B at DRDO. I would like to thank you for this opportunity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the Rozgar Mela, said that Indias talent and skills have earned global trust and that the world has high expectations from the countrys innovators, entrepreneurs and youth. The Prime Minister made the remarks while distributing over 51,000 appointment letters to newly recruited youth in various government organisations at the 20th Rozgar Mela. The newly appointed candidates attended the event at 45 locations across the country. The newly recruited candidates will join various Ministries and Departments of the Government of India, including the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Railways, Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Department of Financial Services and Ministry of Defence, among others.

bhaskarlive 19 Sep 2026 4:04 pm

Congress leader says 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' in Indore will be historic; 2.5 lakh registrations received

Digital Desk | Indore, Sep 19 (IANS) Ahead of Congress leader Rahul Gandhis visit to Indore for the 'Chhatron Ki Goonj programme, senior Congress leader Sajjan Singh Verma said the event would be historic and claimed that around 2.5 lakh students had registered voluntarily for the programme. Verma said the programme was non-political and that Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, had immense popularity among the youth, particularly students across India. Todays programme will be historic. It is a non-political programme. Rahul Gandhi has immense popularity among the youth, especially students in India. Students believe that there is someone in India who is raising his voice for their rights and fighting for their rights, Verma told IANS. He said similar programmes had been organised in several cities, including Gaya, Pune, Kota and Dehradun, where thousands of students participated voluntarily. Wherever such programmes have been held across India, thousands of students have participated voluntarily, including in Gaya, Pune, Kota and Dehradun. The programme in Indore will be the biggest of them all. Indore is a student hub, and students are registering voluntarily. Around 2.5 lakh registrations have been received, Verma said. Ahead of LoP Rahul Gandhis visit to Indore for the Chhatron Ki Goonj programme, many students got his image tattooed on their hands. However, ahead of the event, posters targeting him were also put up across Indore, but they were quickly removed by Congress workers. Congress leader Digvijaya Singh said the BJP was anxious about the event and described the programme as important for discussions on various issues. Welcoming the participation of students, Digvijaya Singh said a large number of students were joining the programme because they were unhappy with the government and affected by issues in the education sector. A hearty welcome and greetings. Students from here are participating in large numbers because they are unhappy and suffering under this government. They are against paper leaks and the corruption in the education department, he said. LoP Rahul Gandhi is arriving in Indore on Saturday for the Congress Chhatron Ki Goonj outreach programme, with the party seeking to turn the event into a major platform to raise issues concerning students, education, recruitment and unemployment in Madhya Pradesh. The Congress and BJP have traded allegations over the venue issue, adding to the political significance of LoP Gandhis visit to Madhya Pradesh. The event is part of LoP Gandhis wider Chhatron Ki Goonj outreach, with previous editions held in Kota, Dehradun, Prayagraj and Pune. Ahead of Rahul Gandhis visit to Indore, Madhya Pradesh Congress president Jitu Patwari said the programme would provide a platform for young people to raise their concerns. Today is the day of meaningful dialogue with the voices, questions and dreams of the youth in Indore. Come, witness the questions related to education, opportunities and rights reaching the platform of democracy, Patwari said.

bhaskarlive 19 Sep 2026 2:49 pm

SPPU students protest rise in 10 per meal

The Times of India 19 Sep 2026 2:43 pm

Sunil Kothari named BJPs Jaipur mayoral candidate

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 19 (IANS) The BJP has named Sunil Kothari as its candidate for the Jaipur Municipal Corporation mayoral election. His candidature was finalised following consultations at the Chief Ministers Residence (CMR). Meanwhile, the Congress has asked Sunita Mawar, councillor from Ward 118, and Bharat Meghwal, councillor from Ward 84, to remain prepared to file their nomination papers. On Friday, BJP councillors were asked to indicate their preferences for the mayoral candidate. Each councillor was asked to submit three names in order of preference. Later in the evening, the councillors were shifted to The Surya Golden Palace hotel in Pushkar. Following the finalisation of his candidature, Sunil Kothari was brought back to Jaipur from the group. Earlier, after the BJP had sought the preferences of its Jaipur councillors before finalising its mayoral candidate, among the names discussed within the party were Sunil Kothari, Puneet Karnawat and Subhash Singhi. Kothari represents Ward 112 and has previously served as the BJP's Jaipur city president. He has also held several organisational responsibilities in the party. Puneet Karnawat, the outgoing deputy mayor, represents Ward 76 and was also among the names under consideration. Subhash Singhi, who won from Ward 98, was another contender. The selection process also involved discussions over the community representation of the mayoral candidate. Party leaders and councillors considered several factors, including the views of elected representatives, seniority and organisational experience. There was also discussion within the party about choosing a candidate from the Vaishya community for Jaipur. Kothari emerged as a prominent contender during these deliberations. Some city MLAs were reportedly supporting Subhash Singhi, while Karnawat's name was also being considered. With the BJP having selected a Jain community candidate in Udaipur, and both contenders in Jodhpur reportedly belonging to the Jain community, there was also discussion about choosing a candidate from a different community for Jaipur. Kothari's candidature was ultimately finalised by the BJP following consultations at the Chief Minister's Residence.

bhaskarlive 19 Sep 2026 2:19 pm

Pune businessmans secret trip with woman ends at Mumbai airport, fakes immigration problem to mislead wife

In a peculiar twist, a businessman from Pune deceived his wife regarding an immigration issue while his associate was detained at the Mumbai airport due to passport complications. Fabricating a claim about surrendering his phone, this led to his wife's filing of a kidnapping FIR. Ultimately, he returned to the police, and officials are expected to file a closure report for the case.

The Economic Times 19 Sep 2026 1:32 pm

Pune Businessman Fakes Immigration Issue To Hide Trip With Woman From Wife

After finding out about the FIR and the man confessed that he had made up the story about immigration issues.

NDTV 19 Sep 2026 12:48 pm