Maharashtra government runs for cover after Sena MLA's insensitive remarks on farmers
Sanjay Gaikwad, a Shiv Sena MLA, made controversial remarks regarding the suicides of farmers in Maharashtra. He suggested that the funerals of farmers who kill themselves should be boycotted. Gaikwad believed this would deter others from taking similar actions due to the fate of their bodies. His comments were met with condemnation from other political leaders, emphasizing the need for sensitivity.
EC extends SIR timelines in Maharashtra, Delhi, Andhra, Haryana, Telangana & Nagaland
The Election Commission has revised the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in multiple states. The deadlines for filing claims and objections in Maharashtra and Delhi have been extended significantly. Claims and objections can now be filed until November 25 in Delhi and November 13 in Maharashtra. The final electoral rolls will be published on December 22 in Delhi and November 30 in Maharashtra.
Rs2.4cr amphetamine seized near Saoner, 2 arrested
3,600 kg adulterated soyabean oil seized in Akola district
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State grants Rs 1cr to air warrior Purveshs family
51 live cartridges found under Jam river bridge near Maha-MP Border
INSIGHT - The Mind Clinic Integrates Nihilent's Emoscape Emotion AI Platform into Clinical Practice
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], October 29: INSIGHT - The Mind Clinic, Pune, has integrated Emoscape, Nihilent's medical-grade Emotion AI platform, into its clinical practice to enhance the objectivity of detecting patients' emotional states and enable more informed and personalised patient care. Led by Dr. Hamza Hussain, Founder of INSIGHT - The Mind Clinic and HOD, Mental Health at Ruby Hospital, Pune, the initiative brings AI-based emotion assessment into the clinic's existing psychiatric and psychological assessment processes.
ECI extends SIR timelines in Maharashtra, Delhi, Andhra, Haryana, Telangana, Nagaland
The revisions follow requests from the Chief Electoral Officers of the concerned States
Fadnavis shares stage with Uddhav, Raj Thackeray
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Shiv Sena (UBT) head Uddhav Thackeray, and MNS chief Raj Thackeray shared a stage at a book launch in Mumbai, with Fadnavis asserting that such bonhomie is 'part of Maharashtra's political tradition'. The leaders also discussed the art of cartooning and a proposal for a dedicated cartoonists' gallery.
Election Commission extends SIR timeline in six states and UTs, including Delhi
The Election Commission on Thursday (October 29) revised the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in six states and Union Territories: Maharashtra, Delhi, Andhra Pradesh, Haryana, Telangana and Nagaland. The revisions...
EC extends SIR timelines in Telangana and five other states
New Delhi: The Election Commission on Thursday revised the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Telangana, Maharashtra, Delhi, Andhra Pradesh, Haryana and Nagaland. The revisions follow requests from the chief electoral officers of the concerned states. In Telangana, the final electoral rolls will be published on November 30 instead of November 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 .
FIR filed against man from Mumbai for assaulting estranged wife
Tiger Shroff firing case: Mumbai Police arrest 12th accused after tracing suspicious bank transfers
Russia's drone strike on Ukraine train kills 14, says President Zelenskyy
A Russian drone strike on a commuter train in Dnipro killed 14 people, while separate attacks on residential areas in Chernihiv and Kremenchuk claimed five more lives, including two 15-year-old girls. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the three attacks injured 56 people, including 10 children
Man electrocuted while retrieving T-shirt in Maharashtra
Police seize motherboards of stolen phones worth Rs 1 crore from scrap godown in Malegaon
Court rejects anticipatory bail for Naagzilla film producers in Rs 3.9 crore cheating case
BEST restores key bus routes in Mumbai after Sion Railway Overbridge reopens
Dharavi building residents to get 500-sq-ft rehab flats
Shiv Senas Meenakshi Shinde quits party post amid mounting pressure in Purnekar murder case
Maharashtra PSC Exam Leak Investigation: Deadline for Statements Set for November 16
The Maharashtra government has set a deadline of November 16 for stakeholders to submit statements in the PSC exam leak investigation. Maharashtra PSC Exam Leak Investigation: Deadline for Statements Set for November 16
Tiger Shroff firing case: Mumbai Crime Branch detains another suspect in Haryana
The Mumbai Crime Branch has detained another suspect in the Tiger Shroff firing case in Sonipat, Haryana, with the help of local police. The development comes days after 11 accused were remanded to police custody until November 6 as investigators continue probing the Juhu shooting
WATCH: CM Fadnavis shares stage with Thackerays during book launch
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis shared the stage with Uddhav and Raj Thackeray at a Mumbai book launch, saying political bonhomie was part of the states tradition. He recalled waiting for Uddhavs call after their parties parted ways in 2019 and proposed a dedicated gallery for cartoonists
No recognised medical degree: Nine fake doctors held in Gujarat
Digital Desk | Surat, Oct 29 (IANS) As many as nine fake doctors were apprehended during simultaneous raids on clinics in the Dindoli area of Surat on Thursday, with the police and health department seizing medicines, injections, syrups and medical equipment worth around Rs 95,000, officials said on Thursday. The raids were conducted jointly by the Surat City Special Operations Group (SOG) and teams from the District Health Department after dummy patients were sent to the clinics to verify information that individuals without recognised medical qualifications were treating patients. Deputy Commissioner of Police (SOG) Rajdeepsinh Nakum told IANS that the operation had been planned in coordination with the office of the Chief District Health Officer, Dr Anil Patel. Raids were planned from the morning by the SOG and the Chief District Health Officers team. Several locations were raided simultaneously, and nine bogus doctors were apprehended, Nakum said. He said the accused had different educational backgrounds, including schooling up to Classes 10 and 12, a Bachelor of Arts degree and training in electropathy. However, they were allegedly practising as doctors without the required recognised medical qualifications. Some of them were earning Rs 2,500 to Rs 3,500 a day and were practising as bogus doctors. The SOG and Health Department teams carried out an intensive operation and apprehended all of them, he added. According to the police, the accused were identified as Rohit Patil, Parmanand Patel, Aartidevi Maurya, Mahesh Rajput, Kamalaprasad Gond, Sopan Patil, Manoharlala Kumawat, Dinesh Bharti and Kishor Vishwas. The police said Patil had allegedly been running Mauli Clinic in Navagam of Dindoli for three years and had previously worked as a compounder at a hospital in Sangamner. He was also arrested in Aurangabad of Maharashtra, in 2024 in a case involving the alleged sale of fake pregnancy medicines. Patel had allegedly operated Manisha Clinic for five years, while Maurya, who had studied for a Bachelor of Arts degree, had run Aashi Clinic for one-and-a-half years. She had previously worked as a nurse at Amardeep Hospital in Godadara of Surat for five years, according to the police. Rajput had allegedly run Maya Clinic for eight years, while Gond had operated Krishna Clinic for 10 years. Gond had reportedly worked as a compounder at a hospital in Uttar Pradesh. Sopan Patil had allegedly operated Shree Sai Clinic for seven years and had studied electropathy. Kumawat, who had studied pharmacy, had reportedly run Shree Radhekrishna Clinic for six months. Bharti had allegedly operated Sahgar Clinic for three years, while Vishwas had run Sadguru Sant Kripal Clinic for six years. Both had studied up to Class 12 and had previously worked at other clinics or hospitals. The police said the accused had allegedly earned between Rs 1,000 and Rs 3,500 a day through their practices. The raids followed instructions from Surat Police Commissioner Wabang Jamir to identify clinics being run by people without medical degrees or on the basis of allegedly fabricated qualifications. SOG teams, acting under the supervision of DCP Nakum and the supervision of Police Inspector A.S. Sonara, conducted checks across the city before verifying the information about the Dindoli clinics. The seized material was valued at Rs 95,138. Cases have been registered against the nine accused at Dindoli police station. The District Health Department will initiate separate proceedings under the Clinical Establishments Act, officials said.
Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan approve settlement of pending Sardar Sarovar dues
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Loan Harassment: Case Against 4 Credit Firms After Suicide
Police in Latur, Maharashtra, have registered a case against officials of four credit firms, including Equitas Bank and Shriram Finance, after a farm labourer allegedly died by suicide due to harassment over loan repayment. The man, Dattatraya Suryakant Kumbhar, was found hanging on Monday.
Jaisalmer: Police, Army investigate suspected bomb explosion near Mohangarh
Fortunately, the farmer escaped unhurt, and no casualties were reported. The Chandhan Field Firing Range is located near Mohangarh
Jamia protest: Female hostel resident accused of misusing emergency leave
Issued by the provost of Begum Hazrat Mahal Girls Hostel on Tuesday, the notice directed the student to submit a written explanation within 24 hours. It warned that failure to provide a satisfactory response could lead to disciplinary action
Maharashtra has appointed a commission headed by retired Allahabad High Court Chief Justice Dilip Bhosale to investigate alleged malpractice and question paper or answer key leaks in nine MPSC examinations held between 2023 and 2026.
Ganga Flood Control Board discusses river basin plans, GFCC restructuring
The board also discussed improving the quality of detailed project reports (DPRs), ensuring the timely implementation of flood mitigation projects and applying modern technologies to flood management, the ministry said in a statement
Maharashtra Congress chief threatens to move court against Torrent Power project
Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal has threatened legal action against Torrent Powers proposed 3,000 MW project near Bhimashankar, alleging large-scale tree-felling and questioning the government's claims about employment generation and environmental safeguards
Poojary urges Maharashtra CM to facilitate Konkan Railway merger with Indian Railways
Kharge challenges BJP to dissolve Parliament, contest polls using ballot papers
The Congress has planned a mega rally in Delhi on November 1 to protest alleged electoral irregularities, including the large-scale deletion and exclusion of voters names from electoral rolls, particularly those belonging to minority communities and economically and socially weaker sections
Farmer Death: Nine Held In Nanded Finance Firm Case
Nine individuals have been arrested in connection with the death of a farmer at a private finance company's office in Nanded, Maharashtra. The victim's wife alleged her husband was kidnapped, confined, and assaulted, leading to a murder case. The family claims the company demanded an exorbitant amount against a small loan, prompting police to urge victims of coercive recovery to report such incidents.
Man Held For Fake Ayurveda Degree
A 29-year-old man in Beed was arrested on Thursday for allegedly running an Ayurveda clinic using a forged medical degree. The arrest followed a joint raid by health department, FDA, and police officials, during which the man, Rushikesh Dattatray Kanade, failed to produce valid medical credentials. He has been booked under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Maharashtra Medical Practitioners Act.
Keeping an eye on sweet and spice makers, says FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe
Ahead of Diwali 2026, the Maharashtra FDA has intensified inspections of sweet shops, spice businesses and food manufacturers. Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe urged consumers to avoid loose spices as officials reported seizures worth Rs 19.70 crore and the suspension of 84 spice business licences
Pradeep Purnekar murder case: Aaditya Thackeray accuses Eknath Shinde of protecting conspirators
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray on Thursday alleged that Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde is desperate to safeguard former Thane Mayor Meenakshi Shinde from the Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar murder case. The Sena (UBT) leaders alleged that the police have merely arrested the contract killers and that until Meenakshi and Rajendra Shinde are arrested, the true conspiracy will never come out. We demand that the main accused and conspirator should be arrested at the earliest. We have no idea why she is being protectedwhen we met the police commissioner, we sensed that the policemen are convinced about who the main accused is, said Thackeray, addressing a press conference in Thane. Thackeray, along with Purnekars son Ram, Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut and Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders from Thane, held a press conference after holding a meeting with the Thane police commissioner. Earlier, Thackeray visited the house of Purnekar to meet the wife of the dead leader. Thackeray said that despite giving the evidence of CCTV footage, arrests have not been made. What and why are you waiting for? Thackeray asked. This is a political murder of which CCTV footage is available. Why are the main conspirator and masterminds not being arrested? Why is Eknath Shinde so desperate to safeguard the accused and conspirator? he asked. Thackeray criticised deputy CM and Thanes guardian minister Eknath Shinde for detaining Ram Purnekar, who had gone to meet the latter demanding action in his fathers murder. We had come to Thane only to meet the Purnekar family and the police commissioner. But the local MP used abusive language and made a childish attempt to threaten us. Instead of facing us, they (Shinde-led Sena leaders) protested somewhere else and did not face us, said Thackeray. He also slammed Chief Minister and Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis for failing to deliver justice to the Purnekar family. The Home Minister is busy breaking parties, cutting trees and selling Sahyadri mountain ranges instead of stopping all these things, he said. Targeting CM Fadnavis, Shiv Sena UBT MP Sanjay Raut said that Maharashtra never had such a weak home minister. I want to tell those who challenged us to come to Thane that we not only came here, but we are ready to wait till we face you. Dont boast because you are in power. It is not permanent. Meenakshi and Rajendra Shinde are the main accused in this case, and people are coming out of the streets to safeguard killers, he said, adding that police will have to arrest both of them.
Solapur: Bachelor's Protest Highlights Rural Maharashtra's Marriage Crisis
Protester youth demands government matrimonial portal and financial support amid rising farmer unemployment
Six cops injured after mob attacks team during bid to nab suspect in Hingoli
The team from the Latur Local Crime Branch (LCB) had reached the village in Hingoli to arrest a 29-year-old burglary suspect when the incident took place at around 2 am
Ranji Trophy: Kotian, Bhut grab eight-fors as Mumbai, Saurashtra register big wins
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) Tanush Kotian and Parth Bhut both claimed eight-wicket hauls on the final day of the latest round of Ranji Trophy matches on Thursday. Kotians effort set up Mumbais 10-wicket rout of Haryana, while Bhut bowled Saurashtra to victory over Assam by an innings and 12 runs. At the BKC Ground in Mumbai, off-spinner Kotian finished with 8-81. He had taken the first wicket of Haryanas second innings on day three and added seven more on the final day. Kotian removed overnight batters Himanshu Rana (46) and Nishant Sindhu (44), and later ended a lower-order fightback led by Samant Jakhar. Mumbai needed only 97 runs for victory, and they knocked off the runs in under 11 overs. Angkrish Raghuvanshi, who scored a hundred in the first innings, smashed an unbeaten 67 off 39 balls. At the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot, Player of the Match Bhut, who had six wickets by stumps on day three, was even more destructive, finishing with 8-17 in 18 overs and had a match haul of ten wickets as Saurashtra wrapped up a bonus-point win. Ravindra Jadeja, who will be a part of Indias Test series against New Zealand next month, took 2-58 wickets in 22 overs, including 4 maidens. Bengal crushed Kerala by 287 runs in Thiruvananthapuram, with Pradipta Pramanik taking 6-51. Pramanik had claimed all four Kerala wickets that fell on day three and added two more on the final morning as the hosts were bowled out for 120. Captain Shreyas Gopals 5-36 bowled Karnataka to an innings-and-116-run win over Tripura in Mysuru, with the visitors dismissed for 180 in their second innings. Vidarbha thrashed Goa by an innings and 27 runs in Nagpur, with Harsh Dubey taking 4-38. He struck twice in quick succession to remove Manthan Khutkar, who top-scored with 70, and Yash Kasvankar, before taking wickets off consecutive deliveries to bowl Goa out for 195. Several matches ended in draws. In Vadodara, Abdul Samads 143 off 152 balls, which included 16 fours and seven sixes, and Sahil Lotras unbeaten 96 rescued defending champions Jammu and Kashmir against Baroda. The pair added 225 runs after J&K had slumped to 53/4 after being made to follow-on. In Pune, Gujarat declared their second innings on 446/5 against Maharashtra after Aarya Desai hit 151, followed by an unbeaten 119 from Jaymeet Patel and 96 from Urvil Patel, but the hosts held on for a draw. The Punjab and Hyderabad match ended in a draw at tea on the final day in Secunderabad, after half-centuries from Vihaan Malhotra, Prabhsimran Singh (68 off 76 balls) and visiting captain Uday Saharan (55 not out off 106 balls). Akash Vasisht struck an unbeaten 126 as Himachal Pradesh replied with 559/6 to Chandigarhs 685/5 declared in a high-scoring draw. Puducherry secured a draw against Uttar Pradesh by taking the first-innings lead, despite Kartik Yadavs 6-42.
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Maharashtra MLC polls: Sanjay Raut says graduates rejected BJP
The Shiv Sena (UBT), a constituent of the MVA, failed to win any seat in the elections. Of the five graduates and teachers constituencies of the Maharashtra Legislative Council that went to polls on October 23, the MVA won three, while the BJP-led Mahayuti secured two
BJP Faces Setback in Maharashtra MLC Elections, Claims Sanjay Raut
Sanjay Raut criticizes BJPs losses in Maharashtra MLC elections, highlighting defeats in key areas including Varanasi and Lucknow. BJP Faces Setback in Maharashtra MLC Elections, Claims Sanjay Raut
Three siblings commit suicide in Maharashtra's Virar over lack of money for cancer treatment
Palghar, Oct 29: Three siblings allegedly committed suicide by consuming rat poison in Virar in Maharashtra's Palghar district due to financial distress after one of them was detected with cancer, a police official said on Thursday. The bodies of Kumar Mansukhlal Mehta (50), Deepak Mansukhlal Mehta (52), and Khevna Mansukhlal Mehta (48) were found in their flat in Virar's Global City at 9:30 pm on Wednesday after neighbours alerted authorities about a foul smell, the Bolinj police station official said. The flat was bolted from inside. The bodies were in a highly decomposed state. Kumar Mehta was suffering from cancer and the family had plunged into depression after it could not raise funds for treatment from relatives or friends, assistant inspector Vishnu Wadkar told PTI. The three siblings, who stayed together, consumed rat poison as part of a suicide pact, he said. A case of accidental death has been registered and further probe is underway, Wadkar said.
Pradipta's 10-wicket haul powers Bengal to big Ranji win
Bengal secured a dominant 287-run victory over Kerala in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match, largely due to spinner Pradipta Pramanik's maiden 10-wicket match haul and Shahbaz Ahmed's exceptional all-round performance. This win solidified Bengal's top position in the group. Other Ranji matches saw Maharashtra secure three points against Gujarat, while Delhi vs Jharkhand and Odisha vs Services ended in draws due to rain.
SC asks Centre how it will ensure supply for 100 per cent ethanol vehicles
The Supreme Court has asked the Centre how it plans to ensure adequate ethanol supply after rules were amended to permit E100 vehicles. The court also stressed farmers interests while hearing pleas over ethanol allocation for the 2025-26 supply year
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Jewellery Shopping on Your Mind Head to Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai this Festive Season
NewsVoir Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 29: Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai has emerged as a go-to destination for jewellery shopping in the city, with an ever-evolving portfolio of leading brands offering an exceptional variety of choices under one roof. Featuring established names such as Tanishq, Kalyan Jewellers, Waman Hari Pethe, CaratLane, Mia by Tanishq, Solitario, BlueStone, ORRA, GIVA and Gargi Jewellers, alongside the recent addition of Indriya, the mall continues to strengthen its jewellery offering. With several brands introducing attractive festive offers, including benefits on making charges, shoppers have even more reasons to explore their favourite collections this season. Adding to the festive excitement, actress Nimrat Kaur recently visited Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai, where she explored the diverse jewellery collections and appreciated the variety of brands available under one roof. Set against the backdrop of the mall
Maharashtra MLC election results: Full list of five winners and votes secured
The Maharashtra Legislative Council election results are out, with the Maha Vikas Aghadi winning three of five seats and the ruling Mahayuti securing two. Check the complete list of winners from the graduates and teachers constituencies, along with the votes polled by key candidates
Major Liquor Smuggling Bust In Palghar
An alleged liquor smuggler was arrested in Palghar, Maharashtra, with Daman-manufactured liquor and a vehicle, totalling Rs 9.81 lakh in seized items. The arrest was made on October 28, and a case has been registered under relevant acts, with further investigation into the smuggling network ongoing.
India leads global green hydrogen supply at over 5.5 lakh tonnes annually
India has emerged as the global leader in green hydrogen supply commitments, with Indian companies signing agreements covering over 5.5 lakh metric tonnes per annum (MTPA) as of October 2026
Restore voting rights of 13 crore disenfranchised people, no need for rallies then: Manish Tewari
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 29 (IANS) Congress MP Manish Tewari on Thursday questioned the BJP's 'Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy march, saying that restoring the voting rights of 13 crore disenfranchised people would eliminate the need for rallies. The remarks come amid a political face-off between the BJP and the Congress, with both parties claiming to be defending democracy. As the Congress prepares to take its vote chori campaign to Ramlila Maidan on November 1, the BJP has taken its campaign to the streets of Old Delhi, organising a Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy padyatra in busy Chandni Chowk. The BJP is also holding similar marches across the country. Led by BJP President Nitin Nabin and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the march comes amid concerns raised by traders who fear that barricading, traffic diversions and possible Metro restrictions due to marches and protests during the festive shopping season could disrupt business in the capital's wholesale markets. Speaking to IANS, Tewari questioned the purpose of the BJP's march in an area that is not a designated protest sight in the national Capital. What is this padyatra even about? We are fighting for voting rights. Restore the voting rights of the 13 crore people who have been disenfranchised, and there will be no need to take out any rallies, he said. Tewari also reacted to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remarks on the recent Member of Legislative Council (MLC) poll results, saying that every election had its own context. The context of every election is different. MLC elections have a distinct electoral constituency. In such a situation, it does not behove someone holding the office of Prime Minister to make such remarks. As I said earlier, every election has its own unique context and scope, he said. On Wednesday, PM Modi took a swipe at the Congress over MLC elections held across 28 seats in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar and Karnataka, highlighting that the polls were conducted using ballot papers and questioning how many seats the Congress had won. However, the Nagpur MLC election result provided the Congress with an opportunity to target the BJP, including PM Modi and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis as it retained the seat in the area that houses the RSS' national headquarters. The Maharashtra results also provided a boost to the Opposition MVA, which won three of the five seats that went to polls in the state.
Nanded: Labourer Killed In Group Clash Intervention
A 20-year-old labourer, Arjun alias Ajay Shivaji Nakalwad, was beaten to death with sticks and stones in Nanded district, Maharashtra, after he attempted to intervene in a clash between two groups. Twelve individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident, which occurred on Wednesday.
What the MLC elections do and do not tell us
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PM Modi to inaugurate forest eco-trail in Gujarat's Ekta Nagar on October 31
Located in Limdi village, the eco-trail aims to showcase Indias 'Unity in Diversity' through thematic exhibits highlighting the countrys wildlife, natural wealth, social progress, cultural heritage and spiritual traditions
Maharashtra Congress Criticizes CM Fadnavis After Election Victory in Nagpur
Maharashtra Congress targets CM Fadnavis following a significant election win in Nagpur, highlighting social media missteps and political challenges. Maharashtra Congress Criticizes CM Fadnavis After Election Victory in Nagpur
Tiger Shroff Firing: 11 Accused In Police Custody
A special MCOCA court in Mumbai has remanded all eleven accused in the actor Tiger Shroff firing case to police custody until November 6. The accused were re-arrested under the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) following the October 18 incident where five rounds were fired at Shroff's car, injuring his driver and a bystander. The police are seeking detailed interrogation to uncover the conspiracy, with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang purportedly claiming responsibility.
Piyush Goyal says India-US trade deal will protect farmers' interests
Piyush Goyal said that the India-US free trade agreement would not compromise the sensitive interests of Indian farmers and would place India at a very strong comparative advantage
Shiv Sena Criticizes Congress for Celebrating Single Seat Win in Maharashtra Elections
Shiv Sena leaders question Congresss celebration after winning just one seat in recent Maharashtra elections, urging introspection. Shiv Sena Criticizes Congress for Celebrating Single Seat Win in Maharashtra Elections
MVA wins 3 of 5 Maharashtra council seats; Sapkal calls results sign of 'change'
Despite the BJPs efforts, sitting Congress MLC Abhijeet Wanjari retained the seat in a closely contested election, defeating his nearest BJP rival by 3,271 votes
Maharashtra, New Delhi among top 10 states contributing the most to average AUM in September
Maharashtra remained the largest contributor to mutual fund assets under management (AAUM) in September 2026, with Rs 33.10 lakh crore, followed by Delhi at Rs 7.78 lakh crore. Karnataka, Gujarat and West Bengal were among the other leading contributors.
Educated voters rejected BJP: Raut on Maharashtra council polls
Mumbai: With the ruling Mahayuti bloc losing all three graduates seats of the Maharashtra Legislative Council, which went to polls last week, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Thursday, October 29, claimed the graduates, who voted in the elections, rejected the BJP and its allies and defeated them using ballot papers. Raut, however, stressed 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 .
Pune techie dies by suicide after alleged social media blackmail, 2 arrested
Two men have been arrested in Bihar for allegedly blackmailing a 22-year-old Pune IT employee through fake social media accounts and extorting Rs 1.77 lakh. Police said the employee died by suicide on October 1, and investigators have frozen Rs 1.14 lakh while searching for other suspects
CBI court reserves order on framing of charges in NEET UG paper leak case
The Rouse Avenue court on Thursday reserved orders on framing of charges in the NEET UG Paper Leak case. There are 14 accused named by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The court will pronounce its order on November 18.
Congress alleges SIR conspiracy to deny voting rights, demands CEC's removal
The party reiterated its demands for Kumars removal, suspension of the SIR exercise and a revamp of the ECINET portal, alleging that the electoral roll revision was being used to delete legitimate voters names
Just a trailer: Congress warns Maha CM Fadnavis after defeating BJP in RSS bastion
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) The Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) on Thursday launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis following the party's victory in the high-stakes Nagpur Graduates' Constituency election, where the Congress retained the seat. The fiercely contested election concluded after a grueling counting process that spanned over 45 hours. Congress candidate Abhijit Wanjari emerged victorious, defeating BJPs Sudhakar Kohale by a margin of 3,271 votes. Wanjari secured 67,231 votes against Kohales 63,960. The defeat is widely seen as a major setback for the BJP, particularly given that Nagpur is considered the political stronghold of both Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, who had both campaigned vigorously for the BJP candidate. Following initial trends, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had shared a post targeting the Congress party over Legislative Council election results across states. Echoing the sentiment, CM Fadnavis posted a taunt on social media, mocking Congress for allegedly failing to secure a single seat. However, once the final results from Nagpur turned the tide in favour of the Congress, Fadnavis promptly deleted the post. Reacting to the development, the Maharashtra Congress took to 'X' to mock the Chief Minister. By deleting the post, Fadnavis has once again lived up to the legacy of Savarkar. Acting as though he had struck a major blow before the final results were even out, Fadnavis posted prematurely. However, that very arrow rebounded and hit him in the chest! Ultimately, he was forced to delete the post, emarked the Congress. The party added a stern warning. Fadnavis ji, scared already? This is just a trailer! In 2029, the people of Maharashtra will dismantle your political dominance in a way that will make you remember today's post. All the best, Fadnavis ji! Get ready for the next jolt. The political row also drew a sharp counter-offensive from the Congress against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who had questioned how many seats the Congress managed to win across 28 Legislative Council seats in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar, and Karnatakaelections conducted via ballot papers. Senior Congress leader and MP Pawan Khera challenged the Prime Minister directly. If Narendra Modi firmly believes that Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) have no impact on election outcomes, he should stop playing with words and prove the BJP's electoral strength through action by holding the upcoming Lok Sabha and Assembly elections using ballot papers, Khera stated. Additionally, the Congress party has reiterated its demands to stay the controversial Special Intensive Revision (SIR) program of electoral rolls, reinstate the 13 crore voters allegedly removed through irregular procedures, and take action against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Rahul Gandhi calls for public support for Congress-led march at Ramlila Maidan
Rahul Gandhi appealed to citizens across political affiliations to join the proposed march, saying it was not intended for any single political party but for the country
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Mumbai drug syndicate case: Delhi Crime Branch arrests wanted mother and son
Delhi Polices Crime Branch has arrested a wanted mother-son duo, Neelam Rana, 47, and Rahul Rana, 27, in connection with an alleged organised drug syndicate. Both were wanted in cases registered in Mumbai under the MCOCA and NDPS Act, police said
Jharkhand: Elephant dies after falling into irrigation well in West Singhbhum
An adult elephant was found dead in an irrigation well in Jharkhands West Singhbhum district on Thursday. Villagers suspect it fell on slippery ground after rainfall. The elephant belonged to a 22-member herd, which reportedly damaged around 70 decimals of paddy fields
Haryana: Man arrested from Faridabad for Punjab grenade attack
A man responsible for a hand grenade attack in Punjab was arrested in a village, in Faridabad. He is said to have links with Pakistan's intelligence agency ISI and police are now investigating him.
Delhi Crime Branch arrests wanted mother-son duo in MCOCA, NDPS cases
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) The Delhi Police Crime Branch has arrested a wanted mother-son duo linked to an organised drug syndicate and facing cases under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) and the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, officials said on Thursday. The accused have been identified as Neelam Rana, 47, wife of Rajesh Rana alias Bunty, and her son Rahul Rana, 27. Both were wanted in FIR No. 74/2026, registered under Sections 3 and 4 of MCOCA at Tilak Nagar police station, and FIR No. 968/2021, registered under Sections 21 and 29 of the NDPS Act at Khyala police station. Proceedings under Section 84 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) had been initiated against both accused by the concerned courts. Rajesh Rana, who is the head of the syndicate, has already been charge-sheeted in the MCOCA case and is currently in judicial custody. According to police, a team from the Western Range-II unit of the Crime Branch was constituted on the directions of DCP Harsh Indora following specific intelligence received by Head Constable Pramod Kumar. The team was led by Inspector Satish Malik under the supervision of ACP Raj Pal Dabas. The team included Sub-Inspectors Anuj Chhikara and Pradeep Dahiya, Assistant Sub-Inspector Shreeom, and Head Constables Ravinder Singh, Pramod Kumar and Azad. SI Anuj Chhikara and HC Ravinder Singh conducted technical surveillance to trace the accused. Following sustained efforts, the team located them at their residential premises in Bindapur and Mahavir Enclave, Delhi, on October 27. After the court proceedings and completing the necessary legal formalities, both were arrested under Section 35(1)(c) of the BNSS. Police said Neelam Rana had been involved in 13 criminal cases since 1995, including cases under the Excise Act and the NDPS Act. Non-bailable warrants were also pending against her in two NDPS cases. Rahul Rana is also an accused in an NDPS case and a separate case registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). According to investigators, Neelam Rana began selling liquor illegally in the Khyala and Tilak Nagar areas with her husband and his family. She later allegedly became involved in procuring and selling heroin, also known as smack. Her son Rahul Rana allegedly joined the illegal drug trade. The police further alleged that the family operated an organised syndicate led by Rajesh Rana, generating substantial proceeds from drug trafficking. Following his arrest, Neelam and Rahul went into hiding and frequently changed locations to evade arrest.
Nagpur Shocker For BJP As Congress Breaks Through In MLC Poll
Congress has scored a surprise victory in the Nagpur Graduates' MLC seat, ending its drought in the BJP stronghold and handing the Opposition fresh ammunition. While the Maha Vikas Aghadi won three of Maharashtra's five MLC seats, the result has triggered a sharp war of words, with the BJP mocking Congress for celebrating a single win and the Congress highlighting setbacks for the BJP in Nagpur and Varanasi.
Preparations in full swing at Ramlila Maidan ahead of INDIA bloc Nov 1 rally
Ramlila maidan is getting prepared to host the INDIA bloc's november 1 rally. In a video message, Rahul gandhi urges people and students to join the march and calls it a march to save democracy.
