Ajit Pawar's Son Will Need To Pay Rs 42 Crore To Scrap Land Deal Amid Row
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said action in the Pune land deal case is being taken as per law and there is no question of saving anybody.
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Mumbai shocker: Man assaults 3 Cooper Hospital doctors after mothers death; medics demand security
Chaos unfolded at Cooper Hospital following the death of a patient, as the medical staff faced aggression from the deceased's son, leading to an assault on two doctors and an intern. In response, many resident doctors have chosen to go on mass casual leave, voicing their frustrations and fears.
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Navi Mumbai: Locals demand repair of tribal road riddled with potholes
Navi Mumbai: Man arrested for posing as NMMC officer extorting money, gets bail
Redevelopment rush reaches Malabar Hill in Mumbai, ultra-luxe towers change horizon
Centre orders probe into PMAY housing project for CRZ violations in Kharghar
Thane: At 56, runner finishes 2nd at Silk Route Ultra Marathon in Ladakh
State panel: Allow aspirant to Sindhudurg medical college to take admission; student refuses
Online elections to Indias sole neurologists association hacked, fake votes cast; 2 booked in Mumbai
Ramanthapur Rehab School Boy Escapes, Search On
A 11-year-old boy from Maharashtra, who was rescued from near the Malkajgiri railway station, escaped from a rehabilitation school in Ramanthapur where he was placed, on Friday.
Navi Mumbai: 25-year-old transgender person held for molesting passenger inside train
Navi Mumbai: Automatic approval for electricity e-bill name change starts
Mumbai: Thane tribunal awards Rs 30 lakh to family of man killed in road mishap
Navi Mumbai: Neral-Matheran train gets 76 riders after reopening
Thane: TMC appoints new acting dean at CSMM Hospital
Navi Mumbai: PCMC starts to plant bamboo seeds along Sion-Panvel highway
In 11 mths of power, NCP & Sena leave BJP to firefight
Stray dog mauls girl in Diva housing society premises
Navi Mumbai: Panvel civic body turns blind eye on illegal advertisement banners in Taloja
Mira Bhayandar: Four arrested for smoking inside police station after video goes viral
Mumbai: Shivshahi ST bus catches fire, no casualties reported
Sale deed of government land in Pune should not have been executed: Ajit Pawar
Pawar, who heads the Nationalist Congress Party and holds the finance portfolio in the state, made the remarks two days after questions were raised over the alleged illegal sale of 40 acres of land in Punes upscale Mundhwa area for Rs 300 crore to a company in which his son Parth is a partner
Maharashtra local polls: Congress to take call on alliances next week; focuses on micro planning
Maharashtra Congress will decide on alliances for upcoming local body elections next week. A meeting of the Parliamentary Board is scheduled for November 12. Discussions will involve district presidents and senior leaders. The party is considering alliances with Maha Vikas Aghadi partners Shiv Sena (UBT) and NCP (SP). There is opposition to an alliance with Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS).
Transport minister faces protest from Vasai villagers over plan to shift Dahisar toll plaza
Clandestine nuclear activities are in keeping with Pak`s history: India
Last week, Trump named Pakistan among the countries testing nuclear weapons. The US president said this to justify his administration`s plans to resume testing of the US`s own nuclear assets after a gap of over three decades
Thane: Woman, Lover Strangle Husband to Death, Dump Body in River
Mumbai: Encroachments removed from government land in Juhu Koliwada
Mumbais air quality index remains moderate as temperature begins to drop
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Nine held for running `fake` job racket; accused posed as airline recruiters
The gang had set up a fake call centre at Tilak Nagar, from where they contacted job seekers through online advertisements. The accused used to target unemployed youngsters looking for jobs online. The victims were induced to make payments ranging between Rs 2,500 and Rs 15,000
Former Union minister Sharad Pawar on Saturday broke his silence on his grandnephew Parth Pawar's links to the Pune land scam, demanding a fair probe into it. Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawars elder son Parth has landed in trouble over the purchase of 40 acres of Pune land for Rs 300 crore against the market price of Rs 2,000 crore. Besides, by allegedly using the influence of his father, he got the Rs 6 crore stamp duty and registration charges waived. Reacting to the controversy, Ajit Pawars uncle and Parth Pawars granduncle Sharad Pawar said in Akola that Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said publicly that the matter is serious. We expect the CM to conduct a fair probe and put the facts before the people. Family and politics are two different things. We should not mix them. Ajit Pawar fielded his spouse Sunetra Pawar against his own cousin Supriya Sule in the Baramati Lok Sabha election, while my grandnephew Yugendra Pawar contested the state assembly polls against Ajit Pawar in Baramati, Sharad Pawar said. Coverup? Ajit Pawar's son not named in FIR despite being 99% owner of controversial Pune land He further added, When it comes to family matters, I am the head of it, but when it comes to politics, we are completely different. We have ideological differences with Ajit Pawar and his party. And Parth Pawars land deal issue is not a family matter; it is an administrative and political issue, therefore, we have to take a political stand. Asked why no FIR was lodged against Parth Pawar though he is the main owner of the firm that bought the 40 acres of land, Sharad Pawar said the home minister Devendra Fadnavis, who is also the chief minister, can throw light on it. Reacting to Pawars statement, CM Fadnavis said the FIR is the primary complaint against the people who were signatories in the Pune land deal. He said once the probe expands, more FIRs will be lodged. Sharad Pawar also disagreed with his daughter, NCP MP Supriya Sule, who had defended Parth Pawar, saying she didn't think he would do anything wrong. The NCP (SP) chief said this could be her view, but his party is not aligned to it. Meanwhile, in Pune, a Dalit organization staged a protest in front of Ajit Pawar's residence, demanding his resignation and an atrocity case against Parth Pawar for taking away Mahar Vatan land at throwaway prices.
MSRTC bus catches fire in Mumbai's Matunga area; all 30-40 passengers safely evacuated
A Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation 'Shivshahi' bus caught fire near Matunga police station in Mumbai on Saturday evening. Fortunately, all 30-40 passengers onboard were safely evacuated in time before the blaze was doused by fire engines. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Bihar election fallout, SIR set to dominate winter session of Parliament starting from December 1
The winter session of Parliament will be held from December 1 to 19, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said on Saturday. The President of India Droupadi Murmu has approved the proposal of the government to convene the winter session of Parliament from 1st December 2025 to 19th December 2025 (subject to exigencies of Parliamentary business), Rijiju wrote in a post on X. Looking forward to a constructive and meaningful Session that strengthens our democracy and serves the aspirations of the people, he added. Being held right after the Bihar assembly elections, the results are likely to dominate the tone and tenor of the session. The stage is also set for a major political showdown with the Opposition upping the ante on the nationwide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and the alleged vote theft in Haryana and Maharashtra. Though there is no joint Opposition strategy on SIR so far, opposition states Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Kerala have intensified their protest against the exercise. All parties will come together to oppose the SIR during the session, said an Opposition leader. The Opposition parties are also likely to corner the government on the issue of alleged vote theft in Haryana and Maharashtra. Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhis recent allegations on vote theft may also rock the session. Speaking to the media, Congress MP Jairam Ramesh said, The Prime Minister's silence on Trump's statements is a major issue. The current relationship with China is unresolved...There hasn't been a border agreement with China. We haven't returned to the previous situation. Negotiations are being held between the two countries based on the new normal that China has established. He added, There are many such issues regarding the economy, the rate of economic growth, GDP, unemployment. There is no shortage of issues. We keep issuing notices again and again, but no action is ever taken on them. The government does whatever it wants. Significantly, this winter session is set to be one of the shortest since 2014. The previous winter session ran from November 25 to December 20. Soon after the announcement, the opposition parties launched an attack on the government for reducing the session to just 15 days. Targeting the government, Ramesh said that the session is an unusually delayed and truncated one. It will be just 15 working days. What is the message being conveyed? Clearly, the government has no business to transact, no Bills to get passed, and no debates to be allowed, wrote Ramesh on X. Echoing the view, Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Derek OBrien said the government is avoiding parliamentary scrutiny. 15-day Winter Session announced. Setting dubious records. Parliament-ophobia. PM Narendra Modi and team continue to suffer from the acute condition called Parliament-ophobia, a morbid fear of facing Parliament, he wrote on X. Among the bills likely to be taken up are the Government of Union Territories (Amendment) Bill, 2025, the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirtieth Amendment) Bill, 2025, which seeks to propose the removal of top government functionaries under arrest for 30 days. The last Parliament Session witnessed repeated disruptions, adjournments, and walkouts. Barring discussions on Operation Sindoor in both Houses, the session has seen little business ever since it began on July 21 due to repeated disruptions and adjournments initially due to opposition demand for discussion on Operation Sindoor and then over demands for a discussion on the Special Intensive Revision exercise in Bihar. It had 21 sittings spreading over 32 days, during which 12 bills were passed by the Lok Sabha and 15 by the Rajya Sabha.
Massive fire near Rithala Metro Station Delhi engulfs shanties; one dead
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the fire that erupted late Friday evening was brought fully under control by deploying adequate teams and those affected in the incident were being provided relief
Displaced families in Kabul struggle for survival as winter nears
Many of the displaced said they have no land and cannot afford to rent houses. They urged the Islamic Emirate to take immediate steps to address their plight
RANJI TROPHY | Karnataka and Maharashtra share the honours on opening day
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Himachal woman succumbs five days after rape attempt by 14-year-old boy
A 40-year-old woman died after fighting for five days for life in a hospital while resisting a rape attempt by a minor. According to police, the woman was cutting grass in a nearby field when the boy attempted to rape her. During questioning, the accused confessed to his crime
Bihar: Amit Shah, Nitish Kumar lay foundation stone for Sita Mata Temple
Earlier, Union Home Minister Amit Shah targeted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for starting `Ghushpaithia Bachao Yatra` while addressing a public meeting during the election rally
`RJD-led oppn, if voted to power, will put `katta` on people`s heads in Bihar`
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing rallies in Sitamarhi and Bettiah, claimed that if voted to power, the RJD-led opposition would run Bihar with fear and misgovernance, while the NDA would focus on start-ups, education, and womens empowerment.
Sharad Pawar backs probe into Mundhwa land deal linked to grandnephew Parth Pawar
AKOLA: Citing Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar on Saturday supported a probe into the controversial land deal allegedly linked to the company of his grandnephew Parth Pawar. The chief minister has said publicly that the matter is serious. So he should conduct a probe and put the facts before society, Pawar told reporters. The controversy pertains to the alleged illegal sale of 40 acres of government land in Pune's Mundhwa area, reportedly worth around Rs 1,800 crore, which Opposition leaders claim was purchased by a company linked to Parth, son of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, for only Rs 300 crore with a stamp duty waiver. Ajit Pawar has distanced himself from the transaction. When asked if his nephew Ajit Pawar is being targeted politically by allies in Mahayuti, the senior Pawar said, I wouldn't know. Sharad Pawar also appeared not to agree with his daughter and NCP MP Supriya Sule's remarks on Parth. Sule had said she didn't think Parth would do anything wrong. This could be her (Supriya's) view, he said. He emphasised that the administration, politics, and family and different. As a family, we (Pawars) are one, but we are divided ideologically. One of my grand nephews had contested against Ajit Pawar, and Ajit Pawar 's wife had contested against my daughter, he said. Coverup? Ajit Pawar's son not named in FIR despite being 99% owner of controversial Pune land The veteran politician said the strategy for the upcoming local body polls in Maharashtra will be decided unanimously (by Maha Vikas Aghadi allies). We (NCP-SP) are meeting tomorrow and will take a call on our strategy and on inducting new partners in our fold, he said. He also hinted at taking the Raj Thackeray-led MNS along in the Opposition camp. If a good alternative emerges through a consensus in MVA, the Congress party should not take an extreme stance on the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena, and should think about it. We will discuss this tomorrow, he said. The former Union minister alleged the Mahayuti government doesn't seem bothered about the plight of farmers, battling crop loss and indebtedness. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's kingdom comprised hardworking people and farmers. Shivaji Maharaj always took care of farmers. However, this is not happening now. The help announced by the state government for agriculturists hit by heavy rains has not yet reached many among them, he said. Terming the government's announcement of a relief package akin to a fraud, Pawar said the farmers who had received the financial assistance in April for unseasonal rains have not got anything now. The announcement of a farmer loan waiver seems deceptive, Pawar added. Amid an agitation led by former MLA Bachchu Kadu, CM Fadnavis had stated that the state government will take a decision on a farm loan waiver by June 30, 2026.
Air India Express expands network, adds Nagpur and Abu Dhabi routes
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Five Indian nationals kidnapped by gunmen in Mali amid rising unrest
The workers were kidnapped Thursday by gunmen near Kobri, in western Mali, the security source told AFP on condition of anonymity, saying they were employed by a company that is working on electrification projects
Enrique Iglesias India Tour 2025 By EVA Live Generates 10 Million USD For Maharashtra Tourism
Supporting acts for the event included Indo-Canadian singer Jonita Gandhi and the electrifying EDM duo Progressive Brothers.
Urdu books get overwhelming response at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair
Urdu books are experiencing an overwhelming response at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair, with the National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language (NCPUL) reporting tremendous demand. Director Dr. Shams Equbal expressed delight at the strong interest, especially from children, highlighting that ot everything is lost and a lot can be salvaged.
Bajaj Group Pays Tribute to its Founder Shri Jamnalal Bajaj on His 136th Birth Anniversary
On the occasion of the 136th birth anniversary of Shri Jamnalal Bajaj (1889–1942), the Bajaj Group , under the leadership of Chairman Shri Kushagra Bajaj and Shri Shishir Bajaj , released a special commemorative video celebrating the life and legacy of its illustrious founder, a man whose humility, courage and purpose continue to define India’s moral and industrial spirit even today. The short film, titled “The Spirit of Self-Reliant India,” traces the remarkable journey of Shri Jamnalal Bajaj from his humble beginnings in Kashi Ka Baas village of Sikar, Rajasthan, to his transformative meeting with Mahatma Gandhi in 1915, and his lifelong commitment to India’s freedom, Swadeshi, Khadi, and nation-building. “Shri Jamnalal Bajaj was not just a successful industrialist - he was a visionary patriot who lived for the country’s progress and self-reliance,” said Shri Kushagra Bajaj, the great grandson of Late Shri Jamnalal Bajaj . “As we remember him today, we rededicate ourselves to the same values of integrity, innovation and service that he stood for. His ideals continue to inspire every generation of the Bajaj family and businesses.” The tribute video highlights key milestones from his extraordinary life His adoption by Seth Bachhraj of Wardha , Maharashtra which set him on the path of trade and entrepreneurship. His close association with Mahatma Gandhi , who affectionately called him “his fifth son.” His leadership in promoting Khadi, Swadeshi, and equality , including the historic moment when he opened the doors of the Laxminarayan Temple in Wardha to the untouchables first time in India. His establishment of first Indian-owned full-fledged sugar mill at Gola Gokarannath, Uttar Pradesh in 1931, a milestone that laid the foundation for India’s modern sugar industry and embodied the essence of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. His donation of land in Wardha for Sevagram Ashram, where Gandhiji lived from 1936-1948 , became a nucleus of India’s freedom movement. . Speaking on the occasion, Shri Shishir Bajaj remarked, “My Grandfather Jamnalal ji’s life was his message, simple living, fearless service and unwavering faith in India’s potential. His contribution to industry, equality, and nation-building continues to inspire our collective vision at the Bajaj Group.” The video closes with a powerful reminder that true freedom begins with self-reliance and service to others , a principle that continues to guide every Bajaj enterprise today. Shri Jamnalal Bajaj’s enduring values of truth, simplicity, compassion, and nationalism remain at the heart of the Bajaj Group’s philosophy, a legacy that spans nearly a century of service to India through industries, institutions and philanthropy. www.youtube.com/shorts/pb-J_zy78pY About Bajaj Group Founded by Shri Jamnalal Bajaj in 1926, the Bajaj Group is among India’s oldest and most respected conglomerates, with interests in sugar, energy, FMCG, philanthropy and more. Rooted in Gandhian ideals and driven by a commitment to nation-building, the Group continues to uphold its founder’s vision of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat through innovation, ethical leadership, and community development.
Parliament Winter Session to be held from December 1 to 19: Minister Kiren Rijiju
NEW DELHI: The Winter session of Parliament is scheduled to be held from December 1 to 19, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said on Saturday. In a post on X, he said, The Hon'ble President of India Smt.Droupadi Murmu ji has approved the proposal of the Government to convene the #WinterSession of Parliament from 1st December 2025 to 19th December, 2025 (subject to exigencies of Parliamentary business). He added, Looking forward to a constructive and meaningful Session that strengthens our democracy and serves the aspirations of the people, he said. The Honble President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu ji has approved the proposal of the Government to convene the #WinterSession of #Parliament from 1st December 2025 to 19th December, 2025 (subject to exigencies of Parliamentary business). Looking forward to a constructive & pic.twitter.com/QtGZn3elvT Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) November 8, 2025 The Winter Session of the Parliament assumes importance as it is held right after the Assembly elections in Bihar, where the first phase of the Special Intensive Revision ( SIR ) was conducted. The Opposition is likely to corner the government on the nationwide SIR and raise the issue of alleged vote theft in Haryana and Maharashtra. Among the Bills likely to be taken up in the Winter Session are The Constitution (One Hundred and Thirtieth Amendment) Bill, 2025, The Government of Union Territories (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and TheJammuand Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2025. The last Parliament Session , held from July 21 to August 21, witnessed repeated disruptions, adjournments and walkouts. Barring discussions on Operation Sindoor in both House, the session has seen little business ever since it began on July 21 due to repeated disruptions and adjournments initially due to opposition demand for discussion on Operation Sindoor and then over demands for a discussion on the Special Intensive Revision exercise in Bihar. It had 21 sittings spreading over 32 days, during which 12 bills were passed by the Lok Sabha and 15 by the Rajya Sabha. (With inputs from PTI)
Maharashtra minister bought Rs 200-crore land for Rs 3 crore, claims Wadettiwar
Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar on Saturday alleged that Maharashtra Minister Pratap Sarnaik had acquired a four-acre land parcel, worth around Rs 200 crore, in Mira Bhayandar for Rs 3 crore to set up his educational institute, a charge the latter denied while seeking documentary proof for the claim. Wadettiwar's allegations have come days after Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar ran into trouble as the deal for the sale of 40 acres of government land in the upscale Mundhwa area in Pune to Amadea Enterprises, a firm co-owned by his son Parth Pawar, came under the scanner for want of required clearances. Speaking to reporters, the Congress leader claimed that State Transport Minister Sarnaik had acquired four acres of land worth around Rs 200 crore at Mira Bhayandar near Mumbai for just Rs 3 crore to set up an educational institute. Can a minister procure such land for his own educational institute? If this is permissible, then let this be Maharashtra. We will shut our eyes helplessly. Come and see, this is the current situation under their rule, he said. Sarnaik, however, denied Wadettiwar's claim, saying ministers face such allegations frequently. Wadettiwar is a senior Congress leader. I expect him to provide documents substantiating his allegations against me. I am also wondering where the said land is and how it is linked to me? It is true that as a minister we face allegations frequently, he told reporters. Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said that he had only heard of the charge but had received no formal complaints. These people spend more time making allegations through the media than actually filing complaints. If a complaint is submitted, we can order an inquiry. Look at the recent Pune land case. When the issue was raised, the state government formed a committee and initiated a probe, he said.
Maharashtra Minister bought 200-crore land for 3 crore, claims Wadettiwar
State Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik had acquired four acres of land worth around 200 crore at Mira Bhayandar near Mumbai for just 53 crore to set up an educational institute, says Vijay Wadettiwar
Israel confirms recovery of additional hostage remains in Gaza
he military wings of Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad said earlier on Friday that the body of a hostage had been found in the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis
Central Railway bans agitations at CSMT concourse
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India asks Russia to immediately release 44 Indians fighting in its army
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Trump announces US government boycott of G20 Summit in South Africa
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Mrashtra man held for `4.74-crore cyber fraud
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Delhi`s air quality remains `very poor`, temperature drops to 11 degrees Celsius
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Bombay high court seeks affidavits on municipal ward reservation and delimitation in Maharashtra
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Senegal drug kingpin held in Delhi brought to Tiruvallur
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Bihar elections 2025: Migrants are the X factor, says Prashant Kishor
Jan Suraaj Party founder credits Biharis who returned for Chhath festivities and stayed back for the record 64.66 per cent voter turnout in Phase 1 of the elections
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On October 30, the culture department of J-K had called for schools across Jammu and Kashmir to participate in the commemoration of the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram
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South Korea develops AI-powered autonomous system to fight shipboard oil fires
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China launches its most advanced aircraft carrier Fujian
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Researchers map 3 lakh km of ancient Roman roads in new digital dataset
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US President Donald Trump hosts five Central Asian leaders
Donald Trump and the officials from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan held bilateral meetings in the Oval Office before having a working dinner
Getting from one part of the city to the other can now take hours, and accepting this as normal should worry us all
An early warning for Indian cities
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There is no justification for sexual abuse
The accused was held guilty of the offences committed under the Indian Penal Code as well as relevant provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act
Mumbai weather: Sunny skies, moderate humidity; AQI remains poor
Mumbai enjoys a sunny, pleasant 30C day today, ideal for outdoor activities with clear skies and moderate humidity. However, yesterday's air quality was 'poor' with an AQI of 155 due to high PM2.5 levels, a significant jump from earlier in the week. While today's weather may offer slight relief, residents are advised caution in high-traffic zones.
Mumbai: Court rejects bail pleas of two absconding accused in 1993 bomb blasts case
India's World Cup heroines showered with rewards: Cash prizes, govt jobs Who gets what
India's ICC Women's World Cup 2025 victory has ignited nationwide celebrations. Players are receiving grand welcomes and substantial rewards from their home states. From Maharashtra's Rs 2.25 crore for Mandhana and Rodrigues to Andhra Pradesh's Rs 2.5 crore for Shree Charani, these honours highlight the immense pride and inspiration the team has brought to every corner of the nation.
Baba Siddique murder: Wife moves Bombay HC, alleges builder-politician nexus, seeks SIT probe
Petition accuses Maharashtra police of shielding politically connected developers in slum redevelopment schemes; demands court-monitored SIT or probe by independent agency.
Mumbai: Ahead of BMC polls, Mahayuti govt revives MVA govts Shiv Bhojan Thali scheme
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HC: Probe why Wadala slum rehab delayed for 20 years
Navi Mumbai: Vashi pump stations reconstruction work begins after multiple delays
New laws: In 14 months, 958 e-FIRs and 1.3 lakh chargesheets registered in Maharashtra
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A protest by railway workers led to a local train stalling, prompting desperate passengers to alight onto tracks near Sandhurst Road. Among them, Hafiza Chougle and her son Kaif were struck by an oncoming train, sustaining severe injuries. Tragically, two other individuals lost their lives in the same incident, highlighting the dangers of such disruptions.
Mumbai: Two held with illegal liquor worth Rs 1.4 crore
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Rahul Gandhi accuses NDA of reducing Bihars people to labourers, vows revival under Mahagathbandhan
PATNA: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday accused the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government of urning the people of Bihar into labourers over the past 20 years. Addressing a public rally in Bhagalpur, the Congress MP appealed to people to support the Mahagathbandhan to enable it to form the next government in Bihar for the states rapid development. If you want industries to be set up, quality education, and good governance, then vote for Mahagathbandhan, he told the gathering. Gandhi also renewed his allegations of voter fraud in the Haryana Assembly elections, stating that Haryana has 20 million electors, but there are over 2.5 million fake voters in the states voter list. He claimed that members of the BJP live in Uttar Pradesh and vote in both Uttar Pradesh and Haryana . Gandhi alleged that the name of a Brazilian woman appeared 22 times in Haryanas voter list. In Haryana, one household has 500 voters, and another has 60. When we inquired, no one lived in the houses, he said, adding that the Congress had provided proof of how votes were stolen in Haryana. He accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and the Election Commission of conspiring to manipulate votes in Haryana, as well as vote theft in the Lok Sabha, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh elections. He also criticised the Election Commissions Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, accusing it of removing Mahagathbandhan supporters names and withholding voter lists until the last minute. Rahul said that the Prime Minister often talked about reducing data prices so that youth can make reels and earn money. But the money spent on data goes to big companies. This is an attempt to distract the youth so that they dont demand jobs, he told the crowd. He later interacted with the weavers of Bhagalpur, known as the Silk City of Bihar. Rahul was in Bhagalpur to address a rally in support of Mahagathbandhan candidates. Congress sitting MLA Ajeet Sharma, who is seeking re-election from the seat, was also present. On eve of Bihar polls, Rahul Gandhi drops 'H files', alleges theft of over 25 lakh votes in Haryana elections
