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Maharashtra Cyber Police confirmed a viral video falsely linked to Payal Dhare is an AI deepfake. The police has launched a probe to investigate the matter.
Great athletes are made on maidans, not in malls or on artificial turf. With playgrounds in the city rapidly shrinking, our netas must ensure they are protected from encroachment and are free for all to use
Ensure papers are in order before hiring school buses
A physical verification of the vehicle revealed that the chassis number stamped on the bus did not match the registration and number plate details available in official records, following which the vehicle was detained and its documents were subjected to a detailed verification.
The Bombay High Court has made waves by suspending former NCP minister Manikrao Kokate's two-year sentence in a decades-old cheating scandal involving real estate. While he is granted bail, the court remains firm on the conviction, highlighting the necessity for ethical standards in governance.
Thane Court Convicts Taxi Driver for Kidnapping Minor, Acquits Him of Rape Charges
Navi Mumbai: Govt deliberately delaying naming new airport after D B Patil says Congress president
Maharashtra govt to review, regulate misleading school names
Thane: Fix water, encroachment and waste management issues, locals urge netas seeking votes
190 conned of 67L with fake foreign jobs, 4 held
Sixth line work: WR to cancel 80 locals daily from tomorrow
Mumbai: Parts of city to face low water pressure for 87 hours from Dec 22 to Dec 26
Cutoff date not sacrosanct, give 50L for Covid death: HC to govt
This festive season, 42 wardens to patrol Navi Mumbai beaches to ensure revellers safety
Navi Mumbai: PCMC removes 2,783 illegal banners ahead of elections
Maharashtra: Rs 20 lakh payout for 2015 road mishap victim after 9-year legal battle
Maharashtra: Police arrest 3 men with firearms in 2 separate operations in Thane
Maharashtra: Fire breaks out at wedding venue in Thane, all 1,000 guests evacuated safely
Vashi activist who flagged illegal parking attacked
Tagores artwork sets auction record, sells for 10.7 crore
Govt deliberately delaying naming Navi Mumbai airport after D B Patil: Sapkal
Mastermind of global gold smuggling syndicate held in Mumbai
Maharashtra govt scraps requirement of no-dues certificates for pension processing now
Labourer from Jharkhand held for murder of friend in Vasai
National Herald case: ED moves Delhi HC against order favouring Gandhis
The ED has assailed the trial courts order issued on Wednesday, which held that taking cognisance of the agencys complaint was impermissible in law as it was not based on a FIR. The court ruled that an investigation and the consequent prosecution complaint under PMLA
Court clerk caught red-handed taking 15L bribe gets bail
Navi Mumbai bus depot in Vashi finally opens after 18 months since completion
HC questions Maharashtra govts decision to permit liquor at Sunburn; urges for policy rethink
Maharashtra CM defends Dy CM Shinde as allegations surface over his involvement in drug racket
MUMBAI: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Friday defended deputy CM Eknath Shinde regarding the seizure of Rs 145 crore worth 45 kilograms of narcotics in Savaari village near Mahabaleshwar in Satara district of Maharashtra. CM Fadnavis lambasted Opposition leaders for deliberately linking this drug seizure to his deputy CM Eknath Shinde, calling it a baseless attempt to malignsomeone's image. He said it is inappropriate and unfair to link the incident with Shinde. The emerging evidence so far does not indicate any direct or indirect involvement of Eknath Shinde and his family members in this drug racket. There is no proof to establish that people from the Shinde family were involved in this drug racket. But political opponents are deliberately making baseless allegations, Fadnavis said. Maharashtra Congress president, Harshavardhan Sagar, said that the Satara Police and Mumbai crime branch busted the major MD Drug racket and factory in Satara district, but the chief minister Fadnavis, rather than taking further action he is trying to protect the deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde, whose relatives have been involved in this drug racket for a long time. He said that this racket and factory of MD drugs had been in operation for a long time, but the police deliberately did not take action because of the involvementof a notable politician. The local body polls are declared, so this raid will be used to blackmail Shinde by the BJP, Sapkal claimed. Uddhav Thackeray, led Shiv Sena leader Sushama Andhare also alleged that there is a high-level cover-up in this major drug racket where many people from the ruling party are involved. She alleged that after the raid, the police are not further investigating this racket; in fact, they are trying to hide names from the official record so that powerful politicians can be saved and protected from arrest and action. However, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis appreciated the work of the Satra Police for their successful raid and for exposing the ongoing illegal drug trade.
Woman murders husband in Rajasthan, attempts to kill self
In a shocking incident in Rajasthans Chittorgarh district, a woman allegedly killed her husband with an axe in Tamlav village and later attempted suicide by jumping into a well. She was rescued by villagers, and police have launched an investigation into the matter
Grape crop damage affects raisin exports from Maharashtra
The damage has been most severe in Nashik and Sangli regions
Bombay High Court grants bail to NCP leader Manikrao Kokate in 1995 cheating case
MUMBAI: The Bombay High Court on Friday granted interim bail to suspended Maharashtra sports minister and NCP MLA Manikrao Kokate and also suspended his two-year sentence in the 1995 cheating and forgery case. The Bombay High Court bench Justice RN Laddha granted the bail to Mr Manikrao Kokate against Rs1 lakh surety. The HC however refused to stay 30 years 30-year-old conviction in cheating and forgery case against Kokate, noting that prima facie evidence pointed to his involvement. The court also upheld the charges framed by the Nasik district session court and junior court. During hearing, Kokate's counsel Ravi Kadam argued that Kokate was admitted to Lilavati hospital in Bandra, where he underwent an angiography, and was scheduled to have an SOS angioplasty on Friday afternoon. However, Public prosecutor Mankunwar Deshmukh opposed Kokate's bail plea. Permitting a person convicted of a criminal offence (to hold a cabinet position) solely on account of a suspended sentence would cause grave and irreparable prejudice to public service, said the court. In his order, Justice R N Laddha noted that the NCP leader was on bail throughout the trial before the magistrate's court and also during the pendency of the appeal before the session's court. Mr Kokate has approached the High Court challenging a Nashik district sessions court order and seeking bail along with suspension of the two-year sentence awarded to him in a housing fraud case. On February 20, a magistrate court in Nashik district convicted Manikrao Kokate and his brother Sunil Kokate, sentencing them to two years imprisonment for submitting forged documents to obtain two flats under the Chief Ministers Housing Scheme. The Nashik Sessions Court, on March 5, had suspended the sentence and stayed the conviction. However, on December 16, the Sessions Court confirmed the two-year sentence, holding the brothers guilty of fraudulently acquiring flats under the Chief Ministers housing quota. Following this, Kokate moved the High Court on December 17, challenging the conviction. In the interim, he has sought suspension of the sentence and bail. The case dates back to 1995, when former minister Tukaram Dighole filed a petition alleging that Manikrao Kokate and his brother had cheated the authorities and committed forgery to secure two flats meant for the economically weaker sections. The petition alleged that despite having a high income and owning around 25 acres of fertile, irrigated land, the brothers submitted forged income documents to avail themselves of the government quota flats.
Disoriented man pushes college girl off train, held
Dr. Ashish And Dr. Kavita Satav, NDTV's Health Leader Of The Year 2025: Journey Of The Doctor Couple
Dr. Ashish Satav and Dr. Kavita Satav are a well-known doctor couple who have dedicated their lives and careers to serving more than a million tribal people in the forests of the Melghat region of Maharashtra.
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Felicitates World Cup-winning Blind Womens Cricket Team
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis met and felicitated the Indian blind womens cricket team, who recently won the inaugural T20 Blind Cricket World Cup, at his office, congratulating the players for their historic achievement and outstanding performance on the world stage. The chief minister lauded the teams resilience, determination, and commitment, describing their success as a moment of immense pride for the nation. The chief minister promised all possible support to the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) and Samarthanam Trust and appreciated their efforts in the betterment of Blind Cricket in the country. He also assured a government job to Ganga Kadam, who is from Maharashtra and was also the vice-captain of the team. The players were also gifted iPhones by the chief minister, and he assured that the state will keep supporting all the visually impaired cricketers wherever possible. During the interaction, Fadnavis personally congratulated each player and acknowledged the hard work, discipline, and courage that went into winning the World Cup. He expressed his admiration for the teams journey and encouraged the players to continue their hard work and bring more laurels to the country. The players were also gifted iPhones by the chief minister, and he assured that the state will keep supporting all the visually impaired cricketers wherever possible. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The blind womens cricket team thanked the Chief Minister for his warm reception and support, calling the meeting a memorable moment in their journey and a strong boost for the future of blind cricket in India. Article Source: IANS
Maharashtra: 3 workers killed, 6 injured after water tank collapses at Butibori
Three workers were killed and six others injured after a water tank collapsed at a solar panel manufacturing plant in Nagpurs Butibori MIDC
Maharashtra cop on night patrol duty killed in hit-and-run in Ahilyanagar
The hit-and-run took place on Thursday when the cop, a Police Constable, identified as Sudam Rajkumar Pokale, was on a patrolling duty with colleagues in Rashin village
As the jail term was only two years, it was inclined to grant bail, the high court said
Chennai Mayor reviews road repairs; BJP walks out alleging wage irregularities
Chennai Mayor R. Priya informed the Corporation council about progress on road repairs after monsoon damage, while BJP councillors walked out alleging denial of speaking time and wage irregularities among sanitation workers. Mayor Priya responded, providing details on ongoing repair efforts
PMAY-G: Just 38% of sanctioned houses completed in Maharashtra
Over 25 lakh sanctioned houses are either at various stages of construction or yet to begin
After Pax Silica snub, Sajjan Jindal calls for faster development of Indias rare earth reserves
JSW Group Chairman Sajjan Jindal urges India to boost domestic rare earth mineral exploration. Following exclusion from a US initiative, Jindal emphasises self-reliance. He believes India possesses significant rare earth reserves. The group is also advancing its electric vehicle venture, seeking technology globally. Investments in Maharashtra are progressing, with a focus on manufacturing growth and research and development.
Gun License, Mill Land: How Charges Against Maharashtra 'Rummy' Minister Were Proven
A gun license, ownership of 25 acres of agricultural land, and proof that documents to obtain government flats were forged together led a court to uphold Manikrao Kokate's conviction in a 1995 case.
A rural collective using art to drive sustainability and eco-conscious living
The Gram Art Project brings art, agriculture and sustainability together across villages in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra
The Enforcement Directorate is probing Dream11 and its co-founder Bhavit Sheth in a money laundering case involving Anand Jain and Jai Corporation Ltd. Allegations point to a Rs 2,000 crore misappropriation, with financial links to Dream11. This investigation stems from a CBI FIR following a Bombay High Court order to probe alleged fraud and fund misuse.
ACB arrest Arunachal govt officer in frontier highway funds case
Arunachal Pradesh government officer was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for alleged misappropriation of compensation funds linked to a highway project in East Kameng district. The SP said the investigation into the alleged misappropriation of compensation funds for those who are affected by land acquisition is underway, he said
ED seizes over Rs 4 cr cash, 313 kg silver from Delhi agent in `Dunki` case
The Enforcement Directorate seized over Rs 4.6 crore in cash along with silver and gold during raids linked to illegal dunki route migration to the US. The officials seized Rs 4.62 crore in cash, 313 kgs of silver and 6 kg of gold bullion worth a total Rs 19.13 crore from the premises of a Delhi-based travel agent, they claimed
Uttar Pradesh: Four arrested in cattle theft case after encounter in Kaushambi
Four men involved in a cattle theft case were arrested following a police encounter in Uttar Pradeshs Kaushambi district, officials said. During interrogation, the arrested accused confessed to their involvement in several incidents of buffalo theft
Shree Cement to invest Rs 2,000 cr in Maharashtra manufacturing unit
Shree Cement is investing Rs 2,000 crore in Maharashtra's Vidarbha region. A new cement manufacturing unit will be set up in Chandrapur district. This expansion is part of a three-year plan to increase overall capacity. The company plans to reach 80 million tonnes per annum capacity. Internal cash reserves will fund this new plant.
BMC polls: BJP, Shiv Sena reach consensus on 150 electoral wards in Mumbai; final list by Dec 22
BJP and Shiv Sena have agreed on over 150 BMC election wards, aiming for a united front to secure victory and deliver a corruption-free administration. Discussions are ongoing for the remaining seats, with a final seat-sharing agreement expected by December 21. Both parties prioritize Mumbai's development and security.
Mumbais costliest push yet to clean the Mithi river: Will deep tunnels finally turn the tide?
Mumbai's most expensive Mithi River clean-up yet involves a 2,000 crore investment, including a 6.6-km diversion tunnel to intercept 60% of sewage. While construction is nearing completion, officials stress that the project's full impact hinges on the operationalization of the Dharavi wastewater treatment plant, expected by mid-2027.
Air purifiers to be installed in 10,000 classrooms: Delhi Education Minister
Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood announced the installation of air purifiers in 10,000 classrooms as part of long-term measures to ensure clean air for students. Addressing a press conference, Sood said that the government is committed towards tackling the problem of pollution through long-term administrative measures
Cough syrup row: UP CM claims Samajwadi Party links in illegal codeine racket
Initial investigations have revealed that some of the men arrested by the STF or the UP Police have links to the Samajwadi Party. The involvement of the Samajwadi Party, which already has a tarnished reputation, will also come to light as a state-level SIT is monitoring the entire case, the UP CM said
Dense fog disrupts Delhi airport operations; 79 flights cancelled, 230 delayed
Dense fog continued to impact operations at Delhis Indira Gandhi International Airport on Friday, leading to the cancellation of 79 flights and delays to over 230 others. Authorities issued advisories as CAT III conditions affected arrivals and departures
Explained: Housing Scam That Led To Sacking Of Maharashtra's 'Rummy' Minister
Maharashtra lawmaker and NCP leader Manikrao Kokate and his brother Vijay were found guilty of scheming to grab four government flats in the Nirmam View complex in Nashik's posh College Road area by falsely claiming to be from economically weaker
Mumbai builder booked for cheating investor of crores in Mira Road land deal
A Mumbai builder, Neeraj Vora, faces cheating and forgery charges. He allegedly defrauded a Vasai businessman of crores in a Mira Road land deal. Funds were transferred for development, but the promised land was never delivered. Vora is accused of misappropriating the money and dealing with the land parcel for personal gain.
Parliament Winter Session concludes; both the houses adjourned sine dine
Parliament winter session was adjourned sine die on Friday amid intense Opposition protests over the VB-G RAM G Bill. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan adjourned both Houses, calling the Winter Session productive despite disruptions
ED seizes Rs 4.62 crore, silver and gold in dunki money laundering probe
The searches were conducted on Thursday across more than a dozen locations in Delhi, Punjab (Jalandhar), and Haryana (Panipat). From the premises of a Delhi-based travel agent, authorities recovered cash, silver, and gold bullion valued at a total of Rs 19.13 crore
Cash-for-query row: Delhi HC quashes Lokpal sanction against Mahua Moitra
The Delhi High Court set aside the Lokpals sanction allowing the CBI to file a charge sheet against TMC MP Mahua Moitra in the alleged cash-for-query case, directing a fresh decision. Acting on the complaint, the Lokpal had earlier directed the CBI to investigate all aspects of the matter under Section 20(3)(a) of the Act and submit a report
The University Grants Commission has issued a stern warning against three institutions NIMS, Delhi; Sarva Bharatiya Shiksha Peeth, Karnataka; and National Backward Krushi Vidyapeeth, Maharashtra operating as universities without legal recognition. These entities are issuing invalid degrees, which will not be accepted for further studies or employment. Students are urged to verify institutional recognition before admission.
Bangalore University joins eight-institution consortium for Advanced Materials Research
BENGALURU: Bangalore University has been selected as a key partner in a national programme -- Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR) -- funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), the Government of Indias apex institution for advancing research, innovation and entrepreneurship. As part of this programme, Bangalore University has joined a powerful scientific consortium coordinated by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc). Around eight institutions, including IISc, Bangalore University, IIEST Shibpur, NIT Nagaland, Pondicherry University, Shivaji University (Maharashtra), the University of Calcutta and a technical unit of ANRF are working for a collaborative project titled 'An Eight Institution Partnership for Advancing Materials Research and Development: From Fundamental Design to Emerging Applications in Structural, Functional and Biomaterials Spaces.' Under this programme, ANRF has sanctioned a substantial grant of Rs 7 crore for Bangalore University to establish a PAIR node, which will be led by Prof Basavaraj Angadi, Department of Physics. The node will house laboratories, advanced characterisation tools, high-precision synthesis and fabrication equipment, and specialised research facilities to support next-generation materials science. The programme also focuses to help university translate fundamental discoveries into technologies, patents, prototypes and viable innovations
Actor Shilpa Shetty has denied allegations in a Rs 60-crore fraud case, stating her limited role with the company. She and Raj Kundra have filed a quashing petition in the Bombay High Court. They expressed faith in the judiciary and urged media restraint as the matter is sub judice.
Maharashtra village with 1,500 population registers 27,398 births in three months; probe on
The anomaly came to the fore during a vigilance drive by the health department, said a release by the district information officer
The structure was found in the Boramani grassland region of Maharashtras Solapur district.
Punjab to convene special Vidhan Sabha session opposing G RAM G Bill in January
The AAP-led Punjab government will convene a special Assembly session in January to oppose the Centres G RAM G Bill, alleging it weakens MGNREGA and threatens rural livelihoods. The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM G) Bill was passed in Parliament amidst protests by Opposition MPs
Rahul Gandhi slams G RAM G Bill, says MGNREGA destroyed in one day
The Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha also said that MGNREGA gave the rural worker bargaining power; he said by capping work and creating more ways to deny it, the VB-G RAM G Bill weakens the one instrument the rural poor had
Air India Express cancels Vijayawada-Visakhapatnam flight due to technical issue
Air India Express on Friday cancelled its VijayawadaVisakhapatnam flight after a technical issue was detected before departure. Passengers were provided hotel accommodation and offered either a full refund or complimentary rescheduling, the airline said
Trump supporters await Epstein files as deadline nears
Supporters of US President Donald Trump at a conservative gathering in Phoenix expressed impatience and anticipation ahead of the Justice Departments deadline to release files linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, hoping for accountability and transparency
Made in Maharashtraliquor policy: Bombay High Court seeks States reply
Petitioners argue Maharashtras liquor stocking mandate creates an artificial classification and violates trade freedom
Watch | Leopard enters Bhayander residential building, two injured
Confirming the incident to mid-day, Deputy Conservator of Forests Sachin Repal of the Thane Territorial Forest Department said the department had received reports of the animals presence and immediately dispatched a rescue team to the site
Donald Trump loosens curbs on Marijuana, encourages research
Former US President Joe Biden had taken several steps to lessen federal penalties related to marijuana, including a mass pardon for those handed harsh sentences for simple possession
GRAP-4 impact: Delhi government reports fall in vehicular movement
In response to rising air pollution levels in the capital, the Delhi government on Thursday undertook a comprehensive monitoring exercise to assess the impact of the stringent measures implemented for pollution control, said an official statement
Seven killed in small plane crash at US North Carolina airport
According to the police, among those killed in the crash were former NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing) driver Greg Biffle, his wife and two children
Opposition holds overnight protest in Parliament against G RAM G bill
This is an insult to India`s poor, it is an insult to Mahatma Gandhi, it is an insult to Rabindranath Tagore. With just five hours` notice, this bill was given to us. We were not allowed a proper debate, Ghose said.
Ukraine`s resilience can weaken Putin`s ability to prolong war: Zelenskyy
Building on this, the Ukrainian President described resilience as a form of pressure intended to change Russia`s approach to the war; Zelenskyy acknowledged the role of continental leadership in sustaining such pressure
Fire breaks out at Thane banquet hall, over 1,000 wedding guests escape unhurt
THANE: More than 1,000 wedding guests escaped without any injury after a fire broke out at a banquet hall in Maharashtra's Thane city, officials said on Friday. The incident occurred around 11 pm on Thursday at the marriage hall premises in the Ovala area along the Ghodbunder Road in the city, they said. According to Yasin Tadvi, chief of the Disaster Management Cell of the Thane Municipal Corporation, Mandap decoration materials kept outside a cabin on the lawn of 'The Blue Roof Club' caught fire. A wedding reception was underway at the venue at the time. The official said that 1,000 to 1,200 guests had gathered at the venue at the time of the incident. As soon as the fire was noticed, guests were safely moved out of the venue, preventing any casualties, he said. Fire officials said timely alertness and swift evacuation played a key role in averting a major tragedy. The firefighting operation involved two fire engines, one rescue vehicle, and one utility vehicle. An official said the fire was extinguished by around midnight. The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained, he added.
Delhi weather updates: Air pollution worsens in city; overall AQI rises to 387
Anand Vihar reported an AQI of 437, placing it in the severe category. Thick smog also enveloped areas including ITO, Ghazipur, Palam and Greater Noida
Despite significant investment in Mithi River revival, experts question the effectiveness of large-scale engineering projects alone. They emphasize the need for localized solutions, source-level sewage capture, and addressing solid waste pollution. Restoring the river's ecology and ensuring continuous operation of new systems are crucial for lasting change.
Bijli, paani, sadak and now a broken bridge: Parel has had enough, thinks of BMC poll boycott
F South ward faces redevelopment challenges, waterlogging, and traffic chaos following the Elphinstone Bridge demolition. Residents grapple with pollution, structural risks to old buildings, and strained resources due to new construction. Political dynamics are shifting, with former Shiv Sena strongholds seeing new alignments ahead of BMC polls.
Bangladesh protests intensify after activists death, media offices set ablaze
After the news of the death of Inquilab Mancha spokesperson Sharif Osman Bin Hadi, a group of people gathered in front of the offices of the newspapers and attacked them, as per Nagorik
More trouble for Shilpa Shetty: After Bengaluru, actor's Mumbai food chain raided
Income Tax Department officials searched multiple food and beverage companies in Mumbai, including one linked to actor Shilpa Shetty, on Thursday. The action is based on allegations of tax evasion through out of the books cash transactions involving approximately 20-24 companies. The investigation is reportedly not connected to any prior FIRs against Shetty or her husband.
Mumbai bets on Rs 2,000 crore twin projects to clean 60% of the Mithi river
Mumbai is investing Rs 2,000 crore in a massive Mithi River cleanup, featuring a 6.6km diversion tunnel and a tidal-stretch overhaul. These projects aim to intercept 60% of sewage, but success hinges on removing encroachments and commissioning the Dharavi wastewater treatment facility. Experts caution that engineering alone won't suffice; waste dumping must also be controlled for lasting change.
Maharashtra: Massive Fire Breaks Out in Thane, No Report of Casualties
The Disaster Management team and fire department responded quickly, dispatching brigades to the scene.
Custody call on former Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate after medical test
In the early hours, the team led by ACP Sandeep Mitke reached Lilavati hospital in Bandra and discussed Kokate`s custody with doctors who are treating him
Maharashtra: New infrastructure pushes Vasai towards becoming key transit hub
Suburban station gets elevated deck that will connect to Vasai Bypass Terminus
Citizens shouldnt have to beg for a vital amenity
While the Railways has promised escalators and stated that an elevator has also been planned, residents and daily users will be assured only when they see work start or there is a definite timeline given for work completion.
Social media would have you believe that Indian baddies gorgeous girls grooving at a Tyla concert are finally having a moment. But do you have to be skinny to be considered a baddie?
Belgiums top court clears Mehul Choksis extradition to India
Imposing costs of Euros 104 on Choksi, the court upheld the view of the Indictment Chamber of Antwerp Court of Appeal
