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.
84 city police families held hostage by transfer chaos
The transfer orders were issued on May 27 as part of routine departmental reshuffles under the Maharashtra police. In total, 84 officers were posted to various cities, including Nagpur, Pune, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Nashik, Solapur, Amravati, and Nanded
Man Dies After Amusement Ride Seat Snaps Mid-Spin In Maharashtra's Solapur | Video
The deceased has been identified as Tushar Dhumal, an insurance agent.
Pandharpur Wari Palki Yatra 2025: Check Schedule, Route, Traffic Restrictions And Other Key Details
The main procession of this annual festival started on June 18 from Dehu and Alandi in Pune district. It will end in Solapurs Pandharpur on Ashadhi Ekadashi on July 6.
Maharashtra reports 67 fresh COVID-19 cases, two deaths
MUMBAI: Maharashtra recorded 67 COVID-19 cases, including 17 in Mumbai, on Tuesday and two related fatalities in the last 24 hours, the health department said. With the latest additions, the overall tally of patients who tested positive since January this year rose to 2,108, while the death toll climbed to 31, out of which 30 patients had comorbidities. The two fresh fatalities were reported from Thane and Solapur. At 17, Mumbai reported the highest number of cases, taking the overall count to 880, including 439 cases reported in June alone. Solapur municipal corporation and Pune civic areas reported 16 and 14 fresh cases, respectively. The state health department has tested 20,468 samples since January 1 this year, out of which 2,108 returned positive. Covid infections growing milder, occasional surges expected but don't worry: experts
MHADA Pune flats online registration starts: Check eligibility, dates, and how to apply
MHADA has initiated online registrations for the e-auction of 52 residential flats and 28 office spaces across several districts in Maharashtra, including Pune and Solapur. Unsold flats from previous schemes will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. This initiative aligns with the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) 2.0, promoting affordable housing through a fully digital and transparent process.
Man facing multiple criminal cases killed in encounter with cops in Maharashtra
The Pune Police received a tip-off a few days ago back that Shahrukh alias was hiding with his relatives in Lamboti village near Solapur, the official said.
CBI arrests two for extorting nearly Rs 90L from NEET UG aspirants
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested two persons for extorting money from NEET UG 2025 aspirants under the guise of manipulating exam scores. The two accused have been identified as Sandeep Shah of Solapur and Salim Patel of Navi Mumbai. According to the CBI, Shah and Patel assured the families of these aspirants, claiming Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
CBI arrests two for deceiving NEET aspirants by posing as middlemen
Sandeep Shah and Salim Patel, residents of Solapur and Navi Mumbai, respectively, allegedly hoodwinked candidates by posing as middlemen with access to non-existent officials of the National Testing Agency (NTA)
MUMBAI: An elderly couple from Solapur district in Maharashtra and a young air hostess who was the pride of her village were among those who died in the tragic Air India flight crash in Gujarat. The London-bound flight crashed shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon, killing several passengers and crew. Mahadev Tukaram Pawar (68) and his wife Asha Mahadev Pawar (60), residents of Hatid village in Sangola tehsil of Solapur district, were on their way to London to meet their son. The ill-fated aircraft crashed minutes after departing from Ahmedabad, ending their journey in tragedy. Mahadev Pawar was assigned seat number 185, and Asha Pawar was in seat 186. A senior official from the Solapur district administration said the Pawars had been living in Ahmedabad for several years. Mahadev Pawar previously worked in a textile mill in Nadiad, Gujarat, while their son works as a driver. 'We are all devastated,' says PM Modi as he visits Air India crash site, meets injured at hospital In search of work, the Pawar family left the drought-prone Solapur district 15 years ago and settled in Gujarat. They had recently visited Hatid to meet their relatives, the official said. Another victim of the crash was 26-year-old Maithali Patil, an air hostess from Nava village in Panvel. She was the first person from her village to become a flight attendant, and her success was celebrated widely in her hometown with posters and banners. Patil had been working with Air India for the last two years and was on her seventh international trip. She had a dream to become an air hostess, a relative said, as her grieving parents rushed to Ahmedabad after hearing the devastating news. The entire Nava village is in mourning after losing one of its brightest young women. The Boeing 787-8 aircraft was carrying 242 people, including passengers and crew, when it crashed. According to Air India, 169 of them were Indian nationals, 53 were British nationals, seven were Portuguese, and one was Canadian. Union Home Minister Amit Shah said in Gujarat that the number of those confirmed dead in the plane crash would be announced only after DNA tests and verification of the passenger list. 241 passengers died. One survived. His story bears witness to Ahmedabad plane crash horror
Air India crash: Elderly couple was going to meet son
An elderly couple hailing from Maharashtra's Solapur district planned to meet their son in London and were on board the ill-fated plane that crashed in Ahmedabad shortly after its take-off, a senior official said.
Solapur couple was on way to meet their son
Solapur division promotes 220 employees as assistant loco pilots
It marks a significant step forward both in career progression and operational safety
FLY91 on Monday successfully commenced operations on the GoaSolapurGoa route
FLY91's inaugural flight from Goa to Solapur marked a significant milestone, celebrated with a water cannon salute and attended by dignitaries. This new route, operating four times a week, enhances connectivity for pilgrimage, business, and tourism. The airline is committed to improving regional air access, connecting Solapur to its growing network of eight cities, including four in Maharashtra.
India's $80 Billion Coal-Power Generation Goal Is Running Short Of Water
April marks the start of the cruelest months for residents of Solapur, a hot and dry district in western India. As temperatures soar, water availability dwindles. In peak summer, the wait for taps to flow can stretch to a week or more.
Farmers protest against construction of regulator at Uthamasolapuram in Nagapattinam district
Farmers and residents say the construction of the regulator would make it difficult to take up agricultural operations in the region and wanted the structure to be buil at anothe site
Zilla Parishad Solapur Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 112 MO, Staff Nurse and More Posts
The Zilla Parishad Solapur has released a notification for the recruitment of 112 MO, Staff Nurse, and other posts, and interested eligible candidates can apply online through the official Zilla Parishad Solapur website before the last date of 10-06-2025, with this article providing complete details including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application procedure, and direct links to the official notification and online application form.
ESIC Solapur Recruitment 2025 Walk in for 09 Specialist, Medical Officer and Other Posts
Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC Solapur) Recruitment 2025 for 09 posts of Specialist, Medical Officer and Other. Candidates with MBBS, MS/MD Can attend the walkin.The Walk-in interview on 18-06-2025. For detailed information please visit ESIC Solapur official website, esic.gov.in.
Six people died and another person received injuries when a speeding truck hit a group of rescuers trying to remove an SUV stuck on the road divider at Dhule-Solapur National Highway near Beed on the Gadhi bridge late on Monday night, police sources ...
Rains batter Maharashtra: 1 dead, 48 rescued so far
Heavy rains lashed several parts of Maharashtra, including Mumbai, on Monday, resulting in one death and the rescue of 48 people from inundated areas. The state received widespread rainfall, with Pune, Satara, Solapur, Raigad, and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) experiencing significant precipitation. Mumbai recorded 135.4 mm of rainfall in the past 24 hours, leading to waterlogging and power outages in some areas. The India Meteorological Department has predicted more rain in Mumbai over the next 24 hours, accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds.
Videos: Pune-Solapur Highway Flooded, Cars Swept Away As Heavy Rain Batters Maharashtra
Heavy rains lash Baramati, Indapur in Pune; NDRF deploys two teams to tackle flood-like situation
PUNE: Heavy rains lashed Baramati and Indapur tehsils in Pune on Sunday, resulting in a flood-like situation in several areas, prompting the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to deploy specialised teams on the urgent request of the district collector, officials said. Baramati tehsil received 83.6 millimetres of rain during the day, while the figure was 35.7 mm for Indapur, they added. Pune (Rural) Superintendent of Police Sandip Singh Gill said a stretch of the Pune-Solapur highway near Indapur remained closed for about two hours due to waterlogging, but traffic resumed after the water receded. Rainwater entered several homes in 70 villages in Indapur, as well as 150 homes in Baramati, forcing local authorities to immediately shift residents to safety, police and district officials said. In response to an urgent requisition from the district collector, the NDRF deployed two specialised teams to conduct rescue and relief operations in Baramati and Indapur. In Baramati, 19 homes suffered partial damage. In Katewadi, a family of seven stranded in their waterlogged home was rescued by locals and officials. In Jalochi village, Rupesh Singh, stranded in a stream after his motorcycle was swept away, was rescued by the fire brigade, an official said. In a release, the NDRF said, The deployment was necessitated due to a breach in water canals, which resulted in severe inundation of multiple low-lying residential areas. Rising water levels in the Kara River (Baramati) and the Neera River (Indapur) further exacerbated the risk, triggering urgent evacuation concerns. Initially, seven people were reported trapped in Baramati, and two in Indapur. Both NDRF teams were mobilised from the unit headquarters in the evening. They comprise trained personnel, including divers equipped with deep diving sets, flood water rescue (FWR) gear and medical first response (MFR) equipment. The teams were dispatched to Baramati and Indapur for immediate response. All stranded people have been rescued, it added. In a post on X, Baramati Lok Sabha MP Supriya Sule requested the state's higher education ministry to postpone exams of various departments scheduled on Monday due to heavy rains in the district. There has been continuous rainfall in Pune district and its adjacent areas for the last three to four days. This has led to a flood-like situation in many areas. Students may face difficulties who are appearing for the engineering department and other exams to be held tomorrow. I humbly request the Minister of Higher and Technical Education, Chandrakantdada Patil, that he should consider postponing all the exams scheduled to be held tomorrow considering the interest of the students, she said in her post. In another post, the NCP (SP) leader said rains over the past three days in Pune and her Baramati Lok Sabha constituency had caused waterlogging due to overflowing of drains and streams and urged people to take all precautions over the coming period. In the post, she asked the district collectorate, the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority and civic bodies to take note of the rains and activate the administrative apparatus and also ensure affected people are given immediate relief. . . . Supriya Sule (@supriya_sule) May 25, 2025
Six killed in road accident in Karnataka's Vijaypura district
VIJAYAPURA: Six people died in a road accident involving two SUVs and a private bus in this district on Wednesday morning, police said. The accident occurred on National Highway near Managuli village in Basavana Bagewadi taluk and the identities of the deceased are yet to be ascertained, they added. According to Laxman Nimbargi, Superintendent Of Police, Vijaypura , a Mahindra SUV 300 vehicle traveling towards Solapur jumped the median and collided with a private bus coming from Mumbai to Ballari. A Bolero SUV is also involved in the accident, he said. Tragically, six persons have died in the accident -five passengers from the Bolero and the driver of the private bus. Vehicular movement is ongoing on one side of the National Highway, he said. Police couldn't immediately explain on how exactly the Bolero involved in the accident.
Loss of lives in Maharashtra factory fire extremely painful: President Murmu
NEW DELHI, May 18: President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday expressed pain over the loss of lives in a factory fire in Maharashtras Solapur and extended her deepest condolences to all bereaved families. Eight people, including three women and a child, were killed in the massive fire. Prima facie, a short circuit triggered the blaze around 3:45 am on Sunday at Central Textile Mills situated on the Akkalkot Road in Solapur MIDC, around 400 km from Mumbai. The news of the [] The post Loss of lives in Maharashtra factory fire extremely painful: President Murmu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Factory owner, 87, toddler grandson among 8 killed in Maha factory blaze
A devastating fire at a textile factory in Maharashtra's Solapur district claimed eight lives, including a toddler and the factory's owner. The blaze, suspected to be caused by an electrical short circuit, trapped families living on-site. Rescue efforts were hampered by a structure near the entrance, and firefighters faced intense flames and smoke while recovering bodies throughout the day.
PM Modi reacts to Solapur Tragedy, announces relief for deceased and injured
A tragic fire in Solapur, Maharashtra, claimed eight lives, including women and a child. The blaze, suspected to be caused by an electrical short circuit, occurred at Central Textile Mills. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences. He announced financial assistance from the PMNRF for the families of the deceased and those injured.
8 Killed After Short Circuit Triggers Massive Fire At Maharashtra Factory
Eight persons, including three women and a child, were killed in a massive fire at a factory in Maharashtra's Solapur district on Sunday, officials said.
Eight dead in fire at factory in Maharashtra's Solapur district
The deceased individuals include the factory owner, identified as Haji Usman Hasanbhai Mansuri, three members of his family including his one-and-a-half-year old grandson, and four workers.
Fire Breaks Out At Textile Factory In Maharashtra's Solapur, 8 Dead
Owner, toddler grandson among eight killed in massive fire at factory in Maharashtra's Solapur
MUMBAI: Eight persons, including three women and a child, were killed in a massive fire at a factory in Maharashtra's Solapur district on Sunday, officials said. Prima facie, a short in the circuit triggered the blaze around 3:45 am at Central Textile Mills situated on the Akkalkot Road in Solapur MIDC, around 400 km from Mumbai. The deceased individuals include the factory owner, identified as Haji Usman Hasanbhai Mansuri, three members of his family including his one-and-a-half-year old grandson, and four workers. An official said the deceased individuals included three women. Due to the intensity of the blaze, it took five to six hours for Fire Brigade personnel to control the raging flames. Fire fighting operations are underway at the spot, he added.
Ready-to-Guide Entrepreneurs to Export to Dubai - Dhananjay Datar
The delegation included Amit Jain, Director, Solapur Garments Manufacturers Association; Dr. Rajesh Gurani, CEO, Udyam PAHSUI Foundation; Alpesh Sanklecha, Vijay Patil, Yash Jain, Pradeep Jain, Anand Zaad and Chandrashekhar Jadhav.
Maharashtra boy celebrates CBSE Class 10 results, gets garlanded, but...
A Maharashtra boy from Solapur district has celebrated his success in examination, after his CBSE class 10 2025 results declared him pass. The boy celebrated his scoring enough marks to clear the exam. The family celebrated this win by taking out a rally and distributing sweets.
Tirupati Special Train Services Extended
Extra trains to Solapur, Charlapalli & Banaras to ease holiday rush and serve more passengers
Himachal: Earthquake of magnitude 3.4 jolts Mandi
A 3.4 magnitude earthquake struck Himachal Pradesh's Mandi district on Sunday morning, according to the National Center for Seismology. The tremors, felt at a depth of 5 kilometers, caused no immediate reports of casualties or property damage. This follows a recent 2.6 magnitude earthquake in Maharashtra's Solapur district and a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar that caused widespread destruction.
Earthquake of magnitude 2.6 strikes Maharashtra's Solapur
An earthquake measuring 2.6 on the Richter scale struck Solapur, Maharashtra, with tremors felt at a depth of 5 kilometers. No immediate reports of casualties or damage have surfaced. Previously, a 4.2 magnitude quake hit Leh, Ladakh, and a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar led to significant destruction and over 3,000 fatalities.
Mumbai Diary | A whole new Pawar play in Maharashtra
Several MLAs from the Sharad Pawar-led NCP-SP mostly from Solapur district are reportedly being lured by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar to cross over to the NCP in exchange for development funds for their respective constituencies. They have reportedly had a series of meetings with Ajit, who also holds the Finance portfolio. In his authority, he has offered Rs 100 crore to each of the MLAs from his fathers party. It seems like a classic use of the carrot-and-stick approach, as these MLAs have reportedly been told that they wont receive the necessary funds if they dont join the NCP. Gorhes Mercedes claim comes back to bite her Maharashtra Legislative Council Deputy Chairman and Shiv Sena MLC Neelam Gorhe caused a row when she claimed during a Marathi literary festival that in the undivided Sena, posts were obtained through corrupt means. She said that if you wanted a position, you would have to gift a Mercedes car to the party leaders. Though Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was quick to defend her remarks, it seems like she has had a change of mind. Gorhe reportedly called up Uddhav Thackeray to express regret. Not pleased, her party has started distancing itself from her. It is Sena vs Sena in Maha all over again Six of the nine Lok Sabha MPs from Shiv Sena (UBT) have reportedly been contacted by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who is keen to welcome them to his Sena. The word is that Shinde has offered them more funds and plum positions in the government in exchange for crossing over to his party. A couple of Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs attended a dinner arranged by Shindes side in the national capital. However, a close aide of Uddhav Thackeray is said to have warned them against jumping the ship, assuring them that the Uddhav-led faction is in talks with the BJP to join hands in the state and at the Centre. It is said that the saffron party plans to dispense with Shindes Sena. Sudhir Suryawanshi Our correspondent in Maharashtra suryawanshi.sudhir@gmail.com
Permission granted for Pandharpur corridor plan, work to begin in 3 months: CM Fadnavis
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announced the commencement of the Pandharpur corridor plan within three months. The Solapur district administration has been authorized to begin land acquisition with fair compensation for the affected. The project includes extensive temple development, convenience facilities for devotees, and disaster management measures at the Vitthal-Rukmini temple.
Maharashtra govt summons Kamra for insulting `traitor', remains silent on Solapurkar: Uddhav
Rahul Solapurkar recently came under fire after stating in a podcast that Shivaji Maharaj escaped from Agra Fort by bribing Mughal Emperor Aurangzebs officials
Maharashtra govt summons Kamra for insulting `traitor, remains silent on Solapurkar: Uddhav
Mumbai, Mar 27: Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday said the Maharashtra government summoned comedian Kunal Kamra for insulting a traitor, but took no action against actor Rahul Solapurkar over his `insult of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Speaking to reporters a day after the Budget session of the state legislature ended, he also criticised the BJP over its outreach programme for Muslim families `Saugat-e-Modi. You summon Kunal Kamra twice for insulting a traitor, but do not summon Rahul Solapurkar [] The post Maharashtra govt summons Kamra for insulting `traitor, remains silent on Solapurkar: Uddhav appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Solapur Man Abuses, Hurls Stone At Brother For Refusing To Pay His Share Of Rs 500
In Solapur, Netaji Laxman More was injured when his brother-in-law, Tanaji Laxman More, threw a stone at him over a Rs 500 dispute. A case has been registered, and the police are investigating
Nagpur violence was 'government-sponsored': Maratha quota activist Jarange
MUMBAI: Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange on Tuesday claimed that violence in Nagpur was sponsored by the Mahayuti government and blamed Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis for the unrest in the city. They (government) are giving protection to Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's grave (located in Chhatrapati Samabhajinagar district), and at the same time there is a demand (from right-wing outfits) for its removal, Jarange said, adding that people should see through it. Violence erupted in central Nagpur on Monday evening , with stones hurled at police amid rumours that the holy book of a community was burnt during an agitation by a right-wing body for the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb. CM Fadnavis says Nagpur violence premeditated, 'Chhava' film fueled public anger This riot has been sponsored by government and Devendra Fadnavis, Jarange alleged while talking to reporters at Ellora in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. They now don't see those who insulted Shivaji Maharaj, he said, in a veiled reference to actor Rahul Solapurkar and a Nagpur resident who have been accused of insulting the Maratha king. The activist sought to know what happens to their Hindutva in such matters. Doing such things when the local body elections are around is not good, Jarange said. If they want to remove the Aurangzeb's grave, they are in power at the Centre and in the state. If the Congress made a mistake of protecting the structure earlier, now the rulers have a chance to correct it. This (violence) is just being done to make the poor people fight amongst themselves. The poor people should remain alert, he said. If they want to remove the grave, they can do it in a minute, the activist said. But the grave is given police protection by the state at the same time. People have the brain to understand this. The local governing body elections are around the corner. They (ruling parties) want to win the elections. They cannot solve issues plaguing the people, farmers and women, he claimed.
Solapur handloom industry struggles between lack of recognition and finding buyers
The weavers have been demanding the inclusion of their product, the Solapuri silk saree, in the list of traditional textiles under the Maharashtra governments textile policy of 2023
Caught between the warp and weft of business and life
For up to four decades, Maharashtras Solapuri chaddar had demand at home and overseas. Now, just 10% of the producers remain, with the rest having shifted to terry towel production. Snehal Mutha delves into the complexities plaguing the sector and the factors contributing to its decline
SP MLA Azmi's remarks on Aurangzeb rock legislature; members demand his suspension
MUMBAI: The issue of SP MLA Abu Asim Azmi's remarks eulogising Mughal emperor Aurangzeb rocked both houses of the Maharashtra legislature on Tuesday, with members of the ruling Mahayuti demanding his suspension and charging him with treason. Both houses were adjourned over the issue. The development came on a day when the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi planned to corner the government over the resignation of NCP minister Dhananjay Munde. As proceedings of both the houses began, the Mahayuti members started raising slogans seeking action against Azmi, who is the Samajwadi Party's state president. They claimed Azmi was a descendent of Aurangzeb, who tortured Maratha king Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and brutally killed him. Deputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena head Eknath Shinde led the attack on Azmi both in the legislative council and assembly. In the council, the former CM said Azmi also made objectionable statements in the past against Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Abu Azmi is purposely insulting Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and (his son) Chhatrapati Sambhaji. Sambhaji's Maharaj's bravery and Aurangzeb's cruelty will give goosebumps to people, Shinde said in the council. Aurangzeb tortured Sambhaji Maharaj in an inhuman way. Abu Azmi referred to Aurangzeb as an able administrator who built temples but he razed Kashi Vishveshwar temple, Shinde said. The Mughal emperor not only killed Hindus but also people from other religions, the deputy CM said. Aurangzeb lost even after he won, but Sambhaji, through his bravery, won even even after his sacrifice. He (Aurangzeb) is a demon. Even a true Muslim will not forgive the progeny of traitors. It is wrong to eulogise Aurangzeb, Shinde said. He also demanded that Azmi's membership of the legislative assembly be revoked. No one will tolerate the act of eulogising Aurangzeb, the Shiv Sena leader said. In the assembly, Shinde dubbed Azmi a raitor and said had no right to sit in the House. He asked SP MLA Raees Shaikh to watch the recent Hindi film 'Chhaava', which has documented the bravery and sacrifice of Sambhaji Maharaj. See the torture Sambhaji Maharaj endured for 40 days. Aurangzeb asked him to change his religion, he said. Praising Aurangzeb is an insult of the country's national heroes, Shinde said. Sambhaji Maharaj won 70 battles in nine years, he said, adding that Aurangzeb demolished temples and killed his own family. Industries Minister Uday Samant (Shiv Sena) reiterated the demand that Azmi be suspended from the House and be booked for treason. We cannot tolerate praise of a person who harassed Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and tortured Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, he said. Atul Bhatkalkar (BJP) demanded that Azmi be booked for treason and suspended from the assembly for the budget session. Shiv Sena minister Gulabrao Patil also demanded action against Azmi. Sudhir Mungantiwar (BJP) demanded that Aurangazeb's grave be demolished. Amid the uproar, opposition Shiv Sena (UBT) member Bhaskar Jadhav, who tried to speak on an adjournment notice submitted by him in the legislative assembly, termed developments in the House as drama. The assembly proeedings were adjourned three times after din over the issue, and later adjourned for the day. Azmi had said that during Aurangzeb's reign, India's border reached Afghanistan and Burma (Myanmar). Our GDP accounted for 24 per cent (of the world GDP) and India was called a golden sparrow (during his regime), claimed the MLA from Mankhurd Shivaji Nagar constituency in Mumbai. Opposition can stoop down to any level in bid to 'eradicate' Sanatan Dharma: BJP Asked about the fight between Aurangzeb and Maratha king Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, Azmi had termed it a political battle. In the legislative council, Leader of Opposition Ambadas Danve said not only Azmi but those insulting national icons, including Chhatrapati Shivaji, should be punished, and referred to statements of actor Rahul Solapurkar and former journalist Prashant Koratkar. Council Chairman Ram Shinde said the government should take strict action against whoever has spoken against national icons and Chhatrapati Shivaji. Following din over Azmi's comments, the Upper House was briefly adjourned twice and then for the day. In a related development, the Mumbai Police began a probe into a case registered against Azmi over his remarks. An FIR was registered on Monday against Azmi by police in neighbouring Thane on a complaint of Lok Sabha member Naresh Mhaske for allegedly attempting to hurt religious feelings. The Thane police subsequently transferred the FIR to Mumbai, where a fresh case was registered at Marine Drive police station on Tuesday. The Mumbai police have registered the case against Azmi under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections 299 (deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage religious feelings by insulting religion or religious beliefs), 302 (uttering words with deliberate intent to wound religious feelings) and 356(1) & 356(2) (defamation), he said.
Four-laning of Vamanjoor-Sanoor stretch of Mangaluru-Solapur NH 169 to get completed by May, NHAI
The Authority will construct service roads at Bappanadu, Padu Panambur, Haleyangadi and Kotekar-Beeri along National Highway 66
