Porvorim firing: 7th accused operated gambling den in Mum
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Two More Arrested in Maharashtra TET Paper Leak Case, Total Arrests Reach 18
Bhivandi police arrest two more suspects in the TET paper leak case, bringing the total number of arrests to 18. Investigation continues. Two More Arrested in Maharashtra TET Paper Leak Case, Total Arrests Reach 18
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Abhijeet Dipke of CJP demanded MPSC reforms and chairman Vivek Bhimanwar's resignation. He highlighted state unemployment and criticized Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Dipke urged aspirants to post videos online for Bhimanwar's removal. He linked alleged corruption to Fadnavis and questioned fund usage for political gains. Dipke also cited examples of student protests leading to government action and resignations.
Cooch Behar Trophy: Aman Mokhade has already worn an India A shirt, but he believes the upcoming red-ball games against Australia A, starting in Puducherry on September 22, will be the biggest matches of his career so far. The Nagpur-based Mokhade doesn't think he will need anyone to fire him up for putting his best foot forward. These games will probably be the biggest matches of my life in terms of level. For that, I don't think there is a need for motivation. It comes from within. The tricolour and the logo of BCCI is on your chest. So I don't think you need any motivation to get up and do well. No matter how much you work on it, it comes from within because growing up is the feeling we need as a cricketer and do good for India, right? Mokhade told IANS in an exclusive chat. The opener will not be short of familiar company, as his state team-mates Yash Rathod, Praful Hinge and Nachiketa Bhute will be there. We have played together since childhood and they will also be in the India 'A 'team. So the atmosphere of the team is similar to what it is in Vidarbha. Its because when we went to Sri Lanka, I was with Yash (Thakur) and Harsh (Dubey) and I didn't feel anything new. It didn't take long to get along with the other players, he added. The Australia A series comes after Mokhade got his first taste of India A cricket via a tour of Sri Lanka that they A won 1-0 and made scores of 38 and 11 not out in Galle. But the tour began for Mokhade, in Bengaluru, where the squad received their match shirts before flying out to Sri Lanka. Overcome by emotions, Mokhade wore his India A jersey to bed that night. It was a very good feeling. While growing up, every cricketer dreams about earning it. So, it is always a good experience for that dream to become a reality. When I got the India shirt, I went to sleep wearing it. The material was also soft. So, it was a very special feeling. I mean, I actually got the same feeling which MS Dhoni's character got on getting his first India jersey with his surname and number behind in that movie in 2016. Mokhade said the tour to Sri Lanka was as much about the conversations as the cricket. That was a very great experience. enjoyed it a lot and I got to interact with a lot of players. I got to learn a lot. It was fun. The overall experience was really good. I spoke to Ruturaj (Gaikwad) for a long time. We both are from Maharashtra and we had a connection. Ruturaj bhaiya is very helpful. If I have to ask him about batting, he would tell me a lot. I used to bat alongside Sai Sudarshan. Hes also an opener, just like me. While batting in nets, we talked a lot about cricket and batting. So, it was fun talking to both of them. Adjusting took little effort, he said, with no time difference and weather much like what he had played while in Chennai and Goa, and enjoyed the local crowds that turned up for the A games. Puducherry, though, will not be Mokhade's first encounter with an Australian side. His earliest brush with international cricket came while being on ball boy duties in Nagpur, a role reserved for the best performers from the Under-14 camps, at a time when Nagpur hosted only one or two international games every few years. A couple of years later, he talked his way into the nets. Being a net bowler happened after 2-3 years. Net bowlers are people who are U19 or U23 players. As a batter, I knew I won't get the chance to be there and convinced one of the coaches that I will bowl leg-spin. At that time, the Australian team and Indian team wanted some leg-spinners to be as a net bowler. After convincing my coach that I would love to go and have a bowl, I just wanted to see how they the likes of Virat Kohli and KL Rahul - prepare before a game. I just wanted to be as close to that and there was the time I went in there to have a bowl to them. It was in 2017, where Rohit Sharma scored a century and MSD was also there in that game. Mokhades cricketing journey began on the playground outside his home, where the older boys of the neighbourhood saw some potential in him and suggested to his mother Manisha that he join a club. In India, at every playground, there are hundreds of people playing cricket. So, that is how I started my cricketing journey. I used to play there and all the boys from the colony used to come and play cricket there. That is how I started and I used to play with senior people the bade bhaiya log. When I used to play, they told my mom that you can try him in professional cricket because there was a cricket club near our house. My dad took me there one day in the cricket club and then that is how I started into professional cricket. It was a club called PHCA, from where I started. At the club, under coach Nitin Kanade, Mokhade spent his first week only fielding. With the nets full of batters and few willing to bowl in the Nagpur heat, he volunteered to bowl fast, and batting time came gradually. He still enjoys bowling and has sent down overs in senior cricket. Nobody in Mokhade's family had played sport seriously, though his father Ravindra harboured an ambition for being a professional cricketer. Most of his family members are engineers, doctors or teachers, and studies came first. Lean patches were usually met with suggestions that he return to his books. The turning point came in his Under-16 season, when he finished as the second-highest run-getter behind Tilak Varma and later captained Vidarbha in Cooch Behar Trophy. That convinced his family that cricket could be a viable career for him, and the pressure around academics eased. Until then, homework went with him to matches and exams waited until his games were over. He still has one or two papers left to complete his postgraduate degree after completing his B.Com course. Mokhade credits Mumbai-based coach Umesh Patwal, who was in VCA academy at that time, with first telling him, as an Under-16 player, that he could play for India. Jwala (Singh) sir had a good impact. But before that, I worked a lot with Umesh Patwal sir in Mumbai as well. When I was under 16 that time, he saw some potential in me and that time only, he said that you can play for India and can do good there. Before that, I had never heard someone say that to me. If someone is saying you at that point of time, it feels like it is a very good feeling and you actually start believing in yourself ki, you can also do good at that level. He has worked with Patwal on and off since 2016, and also leans on Jwala, who has nurtured India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal. Jwala sir has an amazing set-up and if you go there, whatever a top level cricketer needs, he has all the facilities there. He knows what exactly is important to play at that level. It actually helps whenever I feel like talking cricket to anyone. I do give him a call and these two have had a very good impact. Even coaches and good people around you, who know you in and out and who are there for you whenever you need them, are actually a blessing. Mokhade's breakthrough domestic season last year featured making 760 runs in 11 Ranji Trophy innings at an average of 76 and scoring 814 runs in a victorious 2025/26 Vijay Hazare Trophy run for Vidarbha, including hitting five centuries to be the tournament's leading run-scorer. But Mokhade, who had to wait for his chance to break into Vidarbha playing eleven after debuting in 2022/23, rejected the idea that anything had suddenly clicked for him and pointed to his steady returns in age-group cricket. The shift, he said, was in going bigger when it mattered the most. If you want to be a top-run getter, you have to score in the knockouts. Consistently, you have to. But if you score in the knockout games, you will get one more chance to play. That's how you get to the top and my coaches told me the same. I was working on it for a while. I was lucky enough that when the phase came, I was able to learn everything from my age group. When the phase came, I was able to play in my senior cricket. So, I'm grateful for that. He considers himself an all-format batter, and in red-ball cricket, he said, going after the bowlers from the outset rarely works, and a batter has to respect good spells before cashing in. It is a mixture of both. That is the beauty of red ball cricket. If you see T20s and one day, if you get the momentum, you just bat into that momentum. But in red ball cricket, you have to grind and then you can dominate as well. But there is a thing that it has sessions. So, your momentum will break, your focus will go down and you have to start again. So, thats it - you have to be a mixture of everything. In the Vidarbha dressing room, two senior players shaped him India pacer Umesh Yadav and batter Karun Nair. Umesh bhai was with us for a long time when I was in the senior team. So, he was there and you know the kind of a guy he is. He will be always willing to play for his team. He doesn't see if it is a state match or any match. If he is there, he will come to the game and he will guide everyone. He is not someone like, I have played such and such level or I will not talk to these guys or not say anything. When I was young in the team, he guided me a lot and told me that I can play and belong here. So, that is always a good influence to have. Mokhade recalled Nair was solid but not dominant in his first season after moving from Karnataka, as he adjusted from black-soil pitches to Vidarbha's bouncier red-soil surfaces. By the next pre-season camp, the work was showing. When Karun Nair came, I thought that he had so many options for scoring runs. We knew he was going to do wonders in that season because he had adapted to our conditions. I saw him practicing a lot of shots which are required on the red soil wickets. So, his way of approaching batting gave me a lot of options into my batting as well because he has so many options of scoring runs. Mokhade recalled Nair was solid but not dominant in his first season after moving from Karnataka, as he adjusted from black-soil pitches to Vidarbha's bouncier red-soil surfaces. By the next pre-season camp, the work was showing. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Mokhades competitive streak carries over to anything he plays, including PUBG and now Call of Duty on his phone, though he keeps screen time in check during matches. With a journey built on quiet grit and self-belief, whenever Mokhade gets a chance to play in Puducherry, trust him to be ready to write the most crucial chapter of his career yet - one ball and one session at a time. Article Source: IANS
Spurious Liquor Racket Busted In Nagpur
The Nagpur Crime Branch has intercepted a truck carrying 39,000 bottles of spurious liquor, valued at Rs 15.60 lakh, intended for illegal supply to Gadchiroli. One person has been arrested, and another accused is on the run. A case has been registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Maharashtra Prohibition Act.
Fadnavis outlines major infrastructure push for Nagpur, Sambhajinagar
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the two cities would play an important role in Maharashtra's future development and encouraged businesses to consider investing in the regions
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EAM Jaishankar set to address 81st UNGA session in New York on September 26
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Delhis Town Hall in Chandni Chowk to become Global Heritage Centre
The Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC), the nodal agency of the Delhi governments Tourism Department, and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) signed the MoU for the joint project in the presence of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the official said
Maharashtra ST Corporation To Add 200 Volvo AC Buses For Long-Distance Travel
Coastal Road, Thane-Borivali Tunnels and BKC Link coming up in Mumbai: Fadnavis
Fadnavis said the government plans to push ahead with the Bandra-Versova stretch of the Mumbai Coastal Road by 2028, while the northbound Versova-Bhayandar section is targeted for completion by March 2029
Nepal flood death toll rises to 1,451; around 6,000 people still missing
Originating near the Nepal-Tibet border, the floods devastated towns and villages in northern and central Nepal. The Bhotekoshi River, which flows south from the Himalayan border region, carried the floodwaters downstream, sweeping away homes, vehicles, roads and bridges and damaging hydropower projects
VP C.P. Radhakrishnan to inaugurate India International Water Week on Sep 22
The five-day international event will bring together policymakers, global water leaders, experts, researchers, practitioners, industry, civil society and young professionals for dialogue, knowledge exchange, innovation and partnerships towards addressing emerging water challenges and advancing a water-secure and climate-resilient future
India-Italy ties enter new phase as special strategic partnership takes shape
While the EU is accelerating engagement with India, the bilateral ties between Rome and New Delhi have been changing rapidly in recent years, according to a report in Decode39
Imran Khan undergoes medical checkup at Adiala jail amid health concerns
Khan underwent a comprehensive medical checkup, including examinations for blood pressure, cholesterol and eyes. A PIMS doctor headed the team, while medical staff from the Adiala jail hospital also assisted during the examination, the report said
4-hour block on Central Railway between Thane, Kalyan today; long-distance trains may be delayed
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.
Over 200 Karnataka taluks likely to be declared drought-hit: Parameshwara
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara, who also holds the Revenue portfolio, said the government was assessing taluks based on prescribed criteria and ground-level verification
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
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
Missing eight-month-old from Nashik found safe by officials after three days
Digital Desk | Nashik, Sep 20 (IANS) An eight-month-old baby girl who went missing in Maharashtra's Nashik district three days back was found safe on Sunday, police said. The infant, who had gone missing from the Manyad police outpost region in Nandgaon taluka of Nashik on September 17, was found abandoned near the Vaibothi village in neighbouring Yeola taluka. Yeola taluka police reached the spot and took her into their custody. Subsequently, the infant was taken to the Yeola Sub-District Hospital for a medical examination after being identified by her mother and the Nandgaon police. Her safe recovery brought relief to the family and the police. However, the circumstances under which the baby reached Vaibothi, who brought her there, and why she was abandoned at the spot remain unclear. Police are investigating the matter to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the infants disappearance and subsequent recovery. In Odisha, Operation Anweshan, conducted by the state's Crime Against Women and Children Wing (CAW & CW) Department, along with the state police, rescued 101 missing children. The children included 54 boys and 47 girls. The teams conducted field-level searches, verified the leads, and coordinated with local authorities, along with various child care institutions during the operation. As part of the operation, as many as 17 specialised teams were deployed to several states and Union Territories where Odia children are frequently found. The youngest among those rescued was a three-month-old infant found institutionalised alongside her minor mother. Another child who was found was institutionalised for the longest duration and had spent more than five years away from home. The states in which the children were found include Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, New Delhi, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.
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.
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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
Saudi Arabia confirms Houthi ballistic missile attack attempt on Riyadh
The statement also said the Houthis tried to attack civilian infrastructure in the Red Sea port city of Yanbu - where a key Saudi pipeline ends - and in Taif, Baysh and Farasan but they were thwarted, giving no further details
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
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.
RBI Removes Maharashtra Minister Babasaheb Patil From Latur Bank Board
Action follows complaint alleging eight directors breached the 10-year tenure limit for cooperative bank directors.
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.
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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.
