Maharashtra ST Corporation To Add 200 Volvo AC Buses For Long-Distance Travel
Under-construction building collapses in Delhis Alipur
The Alipur police station received a call regarding the collapse at around 11 a.m., following which police teams were immediately dispatched to the site. Four ambulances, a fire tender and a disaster management vehicle were also sent to the location, officials said
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.
Better For Congress If Rahul Quits Party, Becomes Stand-Up Comedian: Fadnavis
Maharashtra CM says Congress leader should quit politics and take up comedy after alleged mimicry of PM Modi.
'Should become stand-up comedian', BJP's swipe at Rahul Gandhi over mimicry of Prime Minister
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 20 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday lashed out at the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, suggesting him to double up as a stand-up comedian at his 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' events. A political row erupted after a comedian allegedly mocked Prime Minister Narendra Modi while sharing the stage with LoP Gandhi during the Indore event. Speaking to reporters, Union Minister of Sate Arjun Ram Meghwal accused the Congress leader of lying and insulting Indian culture. He misleads students and attempts to spread anarchy, the Law Minister alleged. Urging Gandhi to speak with responsibility, he added: By insulting Indian culture and criticising Narendra Modi ji, he ends up criticising India and insulting Indian civilisation and culture. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis took a dig at the LoP, saying: Rahul Gandhi was doing mimicry. I believe he should leave the party and become a stand-up comedian because he has rendered his party unemployed. At least he would have a job as a stand-up comedian. Talking to IANS, BJP leader Prakash Javadekar accused Congress of crossing all limits of decency. Rahul Gandhi spends his time in every meeting abusing PM Modi, but he doesn't realise that the more he abuses him, the more PM Modi's votes will increase, and people's sympathy for him also increases...The Congress is behaving shamelessly, and there is no one to tell them this, he said. BJP MP Nishikant Dubey told IANS: There is a 'Jhooth Ki Goonj' across the country. One can understand the situation. No one is willing to come to listen to Rahul Gandhi. He has lost more than a hundred elections. BJP leader Virendra Sachdeva echoed similar views, saying: Rahul Gandhi organises events and programmes. He does not understand political issues or the pulse of society. He functions like an event company, organises a programme and leaves. While Prime Minister Narendra Modis message is for the country, for every section of the society, and the youth are not left out of it, he asserted. BJP leader T.R. Sriniwas also took a jibe at the Leader of Opposition, saying Gandhi will end up shutting down comedy shows, with the kind of act he put on yesterday. The way they called a stand-up comedian onto the stage yesterday and had him do comedy with Rahul ji, he wasn't a student at all. The way it appeared to meand to anyone watching who has even a little bit of senseit was just a comedy show, he remarked while speaking to IANS. However, Congress MP Pramod Tiwari backed Rahul Gandhi. The surging sea of students during the event and the visible enthusiasm reflected that the lamp of the BJP is dimming. All I can say is congratulations on the success of the Chhatra Ki Goonj event, he told IANS.
Ashiana Housing to invest Rs 1,000 cr in FY27 to acquire land for expansion: MD Vishal Gupta
Realty firm Ashiana Housing will invest 1,000 crore this fiscal to acquire land across major markets like Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu. Specialising in senior living, the company aims to sustain sales after hitting 2,400 crore pre-sales last fiscal, despite reporting structural industry delays and rising labor costs.
Ashiana Housing to invest 1,000 cr in FY27 to acquire land for expansion
Realty firm Ashiana Housing will invest Rs 1,000 crore this fiscal to buy land parcels for development of housing projects as part of its expansion plan, a top company official said. Listed entity Ashiana Housing is one of the leading real estate developers in the country. It specialises in building homes for elderly people. In an interview with PTI, Ashiana Housing MD Vishal Gupta said housing demand continues to be strong despite global uncertainties. To tap this demand, he said the company is expanding business across major markets including Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. On land acquisition, Gupta said the company is continuously looking for land to develop regular group housing and also senior living projects. We will be investing around Rs 1,000 crore this fiscal on land acquisition, he said, adding that the company has enough cash to fund the investment. The land acquisition would be outright as well as joint development with landowners. On sales book
Nila Vikhe Patil, member of Maharashtras political heavyweight family, elected to Sweden Parliament
Lalbaugcha Raja nets Rs 3.1 crore cash, 1.12 kg gold and 19.75 kg silver in five days
Weekend crowds admire Radha Krishna and superhero pandals
Army Chief Gen Dhiraj Seths Russia visit gives fresh push to defence ties
Gen Seth also visited the Russian Ministry of Defence and interacted with Deputy Minister of Defence General Yunus-Bek Yevkurov, with the engagement focussed on joint capability development, professional military exchanges and avenues for enhanced military-to-military engagements
Gopinath Munde death: Pankaja Munde asks Thackeray to clarify mystery claim
Pankaja Munde was responding to remarks made by Thackeray earlier this week, when he referred to the contributions of Pramod Mahajan and Gopinath Munde to the BJP in Maharashtra and said that both leaders were no longer alive
Consumer protection: Doctor held liable for crossing professional boundary
The Maharashtra State Commission concluded that the doctor had not confined himself to providing medical services but had acted as a trader and intermediary in the surrogacy business
Three killed as dumper hits crane, auto-rickshaw in Delhis Sarita Vihar
The incident took place at around 3.20 am. CCTV installation work was underway near the parked vehicles as part of the Safe City Project at the time of the accident
Centre orders review of hospital consumable pricing after 2,841% markup report
J.P. Nadda has directed the Department of Pharmaceuticals to explore curbs on excessive hospital consumable markups, following a Maharashtra survey that found markups of up to 2,841% on some medical devices. The DoP is reviewing pricing rules and trade margin rationalisation.
SCoR, Vijayawada division, loads first rake of wood pulp to Maharashtra
Wood pulp is expected to generate around 1.5 lakh tonnes of additional loading, and estimated annual freight revenue is about 20 crore on the new commodity, the Railway officials said
SCoR, Vijayawada division, loads first rake of wood pulp to Maharashtra
Wood pulp is expected to generate around 1.5 lakh tonnes of additional loading, and estimated annual freight revenue is about 20 crore on the new commodity, the Railway officials said
Burglars target two ATMs in Telanganas Karimnagar, flee with lakhs
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Sep 20 (IANS) Burglars damaged two ATMs and looted cash in Telanganas Karimnagar town in the early hours of Sunday, police said. The offenders targeted two ATMs of the State Bank of India (SBI) in two different areas, using gas cutters to break open the machines and fled with the cash, police said. The thefts, committed in Durshed under Karimnagar Rural Police Station limits and Thimmapur under LMD Police Station limits, were captured on CCTV. At Durshed, the thieves allegedly sprayed a liquid on the CCTV cameras before stealing the cash from the ATM. Police identified the involvement of a woman based on the CCTV footage. The SBI office in Delhi received an alarm about the burglary at the Durshed ATM, and local SBI authorities were alerted. Preliminary investigation by police shows that two burglars, including a woman, reached the Durshed ATM in a car. They entered the ATM room around 3.30 a.m. The accused were wearing caps, spectacles, gloves and masks. After damaging the ATM, they took away Rs 8 lakh stored in the machine. The amount stolen from the other ATM was not known. Police have registered two separate cases and launched an investigation. Special teams have been constituted to apprehend the burglars. The investigators were analysing the CCTV footage and gathered other clues from the scenes of the offence. A vehicle registered in Maharashtra was used by the offenders. Police initiated measures to trace the vehicle. CCTV footage from toll plazas was also being analysed to track the vehicles movement. Telangana has been witnessing a series of burglaries in ATMs. In May, thieves had damaged an SBI ATM in Mahabubnagar town and escaped with Rs 2.30 lakh cash. Three thieves had cut open the machine with a gas cutter. They completed the operation in just seven minutes and escaped in a number plate-less SUV. Before carrying out the theft, the offenders damaged CCTV cameras and other equipment inside the ATM centre to avoid identification. The series of ATM burglaries has become a challenge for the police. Police officials have been holding regular meetings with bank officials to beef up security at ATMs.
Ketan Agarwal murder: Chargesheet cites fake Instagram account, ChatGPT research
Agarwal died on June 18 after allegedly being pushed from Lohagad Fort. His fiancee Siya Goyal, her alleged lover Chetan Choudhary and Ritesh Hange were arrested in connection with the case
RBI orders removal of Babasaheb Patil, 7 others from Latur DCC Bank board
The RBI's action followed directions from the Aurangabad bench of the Bombay High Court on a petition filed by bank member Satish Sheshrao Jadhav. RBI Assistant General Manager Kapil Goswami issued the order on September 18
Torture, caste discrimination: IIT-Bombay students father seeks justice, action against accused
Congo begins Ebola vaccinations for health workers in outbreak epicentre Bunia
Clinical trials are ongoing to find a licensed vaccine for the current outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, which has no licensed vaccine or treatment
US says four killed in strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat in Caribbean Sea
The attack on Saturday brings the number of people who have been killed in boat strikes by the US military to at least 231 in 69 strikes since the Trump administration began targeting those it calls narcoterrorists almost a year ago
Delhi SIR: Arvind Kejriwal, four family members served notices by EC
The notices have been issued under the Unmapped with Last SIR category. Those who received the notices include Kejriwal, his wife Sunita Kejriwal, son Pulkit Kejriwal (25), father Gobind Ram Kejriwal and mother Gita Devi
Donald Trump plans to form AI Force, appoint AI Czar amid US-China tech race
Donald Trump says he plans to establish an AI Force and appoint an AI Czar, calling AI a potential next Industrial Revolution for the United States
Bajaj Holdings & Investment has declared an interim dividend of Rs 65 per share, with Sept. 21 as the ex-date and record date.
Senior journalist Payal Mehta dies, PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi offer condolences
Payal Mehta, a senior journalist with CNN-News18, passed away in the early hours of Sunday in Mumbai. Mehta (46) was on a visit to Mumbai when she developed uneasiness early in the morning. She was rushed to a hospital, where she later passed away. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, and other Union ministers condoled Mehta's death. In a post on X, senior journalist Sheela Bhatt said, On a visit to Mumbai, she developed uneasiness. Around 2 am she was taken to the hospital. Before any treatment could be administered, her pulse went silent. Mehta was known as a hard-working journalist who covered the Parliament, the government and the BJP. Payal Mehta Ji was a hardworking journalist who remained firmly connected to the ground, bringing a deep understanding of ..
Maharashtra FDA commissioner Tukaram Mundhe says India must improve street-food hygiene without hurting vendors livelihoods. He backs designated vending zones with proper sanitation and regulation, while stressing that footpaths should remain accessible to pedestrians. Mundhe says local authorities and FDA must work together to ensure safe, organised and sustainable vending.
Who is Nila Vikhe Patil, Maharashtra-origin leader elected to Sweden Parliament?
Nila Vikhe Patil, from a prominent Indian political family, has been elected to Sweden's Parliament. She will represent the Green Party in the 349-seat Riksdag after years of dedicated party work. Patil's career includes roles in the Swedish Prime Minister's office and municipal governance. Her education in economics and law shaped her focus on finance and taxation portfolios.
BEST bus catches fire after head-on collision with private, driver injured
Who Is Nila Vikhe Patil? Meet The Maharashtra-Origin Leader Elected To Swedish Parliament
Nila is the daughter of Maharashtra educationist Ashok Vikhe Patil, chairman of the Vikhe Patil Foundation. Her family background combines education, cooperative sector activity and politics in Maharashtra.
3 youths killed, 1 critical after speeding BMW crashes on Mumbai's Coastal Road
Maharashtra Ministers Face Flak Over Dry Fruits Served at Drought Review Meet
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said serving dry fruits at official meetings was a routine administrative practice
21-year-old held for sexual assault on minor girlfriend
Nila Vikhe Patil, the daughter of Maharashtra educationist Ashok Vikhe Patil, has been elected to the Swedish Parliament, it was announced on Saturday. The 41-year-old Green Party leader was elected a Member of Parliament from the Stockholm City constituency in the national election held on September 13.
Indian exporters raise concern over US tariff law allowing duties up to 100 pc
However, the likely impact on Indian exports can be assessed only after Washington announces the tariff rate, product coverage, and implementation schedule
Petrol pumps may stop UPI payments above Rs 2,000 from October 15
National pump dealer bodys decision to come into force from Oct 16 unless Centre waives off merchant discount rate
Mamatas Rejinagar candidate reverses withdrawal, stays in Bengal bypoll fray
The development came a day after Banerjees partys Nandigram by-election nominee Sanchita Pradhan Dey withdrew her candidature following a meeting with CM Suvendu Adhikari
Russia holds parliamentary vote in annexed Ukrainian regions amid Kyiv protest
The vote across Russia started Friday and lasts until today. Russian authorities say the new regions, have over 3.5 million voters
Trump bars major US media outlets from White House over fake news claims
Like many of Trumps other confrontations with news organisations some of which are playing out in the legal arena this threat has potential First Amendment implications
IIT-Bombay denies suspension threat to student, casteism charge
From Dolly Parton corn mazes to trimmed lashes: Strange stories making headlines
Have you ever realised how strange our tributes to the deceased can be?If not, nows the time to do it, as farmers in the US and Canada pay tribute to American icon Dolly Parton with large corn mazes in the shape of her face
10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup begins in Leh
Leh, Ladakh: The 10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup 2026 is being held at the NDS Indoor Stadium in Leh, bringing together Pencak Silat athletes, coaches, officials, team managers and sports administrators from across the country. More than 850 athletes and participants are taking part in the national championship, which has emerged as a major sporting gathering in the Union Territory of Ladakh. Teams from various States, Union Territories and Paramilitary Forces are participating in the championship. The event also features more than 100 technical and federation officials and State/UT representatives, along with over 70 coaches and team managers. The opening ceremony will be attended by Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena as the chief guest. Administrative Secretary, Youth Services & Sports, UT Ladakh Bhanu Prabha; Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor, Ladakh Shashanka Ala; Joint Director, Youth Services & Sports, Ladakh Tsering Paldan; Additional Deputy Commissioner to the Lieutenant Governor Shekh Aadil; President, Indian Pencak Silat Federation; President, Ladakh Pencak Silat Association; and District Youth Services & Sports Officer, Leh, will also be present. The championship has brought together sporting delegations from Bihar, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, CISF, Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, ITBP, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Odisha, Puducherry, Rajasthan, SSB, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. The participation of State and UT teams along with Paramilitary Forces has added diversity to the championship, bringing athletes from different sporting backgrounds onto one national platform. Besides athletes, the championship includes technical officials, federation representatives, coaches, team managers, referees, judges, delegation representatives and members of the organising and support teams. The event has brought together more than 1,000 athletes, officials, coaches, managers, representatives and other sporting stakeholders. Hosting a national-level Pencak Silat championship in Leh at the high altitude of the Himalayas gives the event a distinctive setting. The championship provides athletes from across India an opportunity to compete at the national level while also experiencing the culture and hospitality of Ladakh. The event also highlights Ladakh's potential to host major sporting competitions and provides a platform for promoting sports and sporting activities in the region. The 10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup 2026 brings together athletes and sporting delegations from different regions of the country on a common platform. With more than 850 participants, 100 technical officials and representatives, and over 70 coaches and team managers, the championship provides a significant platform for Pencak Silat athletes to compete and showcase their skills.
Nila Vikhe Patil, Maharashtra Minister's Niece, Elected To Sweden Parliament
Nila Vikhe Patil has been a member of the City Council of the Stockholm Municipal Corporation.
Maharashtra medical teachers oppose proposed cut of 158 teaching posts
MPSCs decision to hold state services mains in Oct draws mixed reactions
Electrocution Deaths Raise Tiger Safety Concerns for Kawal Translocation
Tigers migrating into the reserve have been returning to their original habitat in Maharashtra, according to forest officials.
Job fair across 6,000 colleges and 84 universities in Maharashtra on Sept 29
SC Strikes Down Maharashtra Methanol Rules
Prohibition failed to prevent Gujarat hooch deaths: SC
Restaurants brace for rise in operating costs as 0.4% UPI MDR looms, some weigh menu price hikes
200 notices on encroachments within highways right of way after SC order
Payment delay strains midday meal workers amid heat strain
Woman Behind Gittikhadan Accident Sent To Hospital, Police Custody Deferred
Fake social media ID used to lure Ketan to Lohagad Fort for third time on June 18: Police
Pune among top cities in 1BHK demand
Eight-year-old dies as tractor hits her in Hole Vasti
In a first, abetment FIR filed against IIT-Bombay professor in second-year students death
Punes queer community finds a shared space for expression during Ganeshotsav
Rain forecast for parts of Maharashtra after month-long dry spell
Assistant police sub-inspector dies in hit-&-run on Pune-Solapur highway
Avoid JEE Main, HSC practical clash: Parents urge state board
Scanty rainfall in catchment reduces Khadakwasla dam water level level by 1TMC
Multimodal therapies offer fresh hope for advanced stage IV cancer patients
Disha Salians father serves defamation notice to Aaditya Thackeray at Matoshree
Water supply remains disrupted in parts of Balewadi as pipeline repair continues
70% Of Nagpur Hit As Pench Water Supply Takes Double Power Blow
Power cuts at Navegaon Khairy disrupt pumping for nearly 10 hours; Mahalaxmi Puja, Ganesh mandals affected
Rs998cr Indora-Dighori Flyover Unveiled: Fly Over River & Bridge In Miracle 9Km Run
Walk-through aquarium coming up at Byculla Zoo in Mumbai early next year
Work on two RUBs at Pachpaoli level crossings to start after monsoon
Mumbai court denies bail to 32-year-old accused of recruitment fraud
Nagpur Has 35 Flyovers, 15 More in Pipeline: Fadnavis
UHPFRC, Monopile Technology Used In Indora-Dighori Flyover: Gadkari
Cops slap MCOCA on 5-member Butibori gang for armed robbery
Bamboo Is Chandrapur's 'Wishing Tree' of Jobs and Industry: Mungantiwar
Phone link goof-up costs woman Ladki Bahin monthly dole
6th accused in Papa Jadhav murder case arrested; MCOCA invoked
21 butterfly species recorded during Kothari Forest Range walk
Poor Road Repairs: CM Pulls Up NMC Over Amrut Works
Bus gutted after rear tyre bursts near Butibori, 35 passengers safe
Butibori Police, Nagpur Rural RTO Begin Probe; Passengers Luggage Destroyed
Gang of thieves targeting godowns busted
NMC HQ Occupancy Cert Hit By Plan Deviations & Basement Design Issues
Maharashtra to begin drought review within week: Fadnavis
Original Marathi article: Roshan Ara Originally published in: Kadbole Writer: Atmaram Jog Translator: Dhananjay Jog It was about the year 1951. I was with the Police of then Bombay State, comprising of todays Maharashtra and substantial areas of Karnataka and Gujarat. I was posted at Bijapur. Language-based States reorganization brought about by the fast unto []
OBC groups announce nationwide Chalo Delhi stir from Nov 1, seek separate census column
