Weather Forecast Today: Monsoon activity remains strong across India with widespread rainfall expected. Many regions will witness intense showers accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. Other areas are likely to see intermittent rain spells throughout the day. Heavy rainfall is anticipated in parts of Uttarakhand and Maharashtra. Residents are urged to stay cautious of potential waterlogging and flooding.
At least 27 killed in massive Bangkok pub fire, several injured
At least 27 people were killed after a massive fire engulfed a pub in Bangkok early Monday. Several others were injured as firefighters battled the blaze, while authorities launched an investigation into the cause of the deadly incident.
Typhoon Bavi weakens to tropical storm after hitting eastern China
Typhoon Bavi weakened to a tropical storm after making landfall in eastern China's Zhejiang province, but continued to bring heavy rain, strong winds and widespread disruption. Millions remain affected as evacuations, flight cancellations and weather alerts continue.
Typhoon Bavi weakens after battering eastern China, millions evacuated
Typhoon Bavi, the strongest storm to hit mainland China this year, battered the eastern coast with heavy rain and powerful winds, forcing the evacuation of more than 2.8 million people. Authorities warned of prolonged rainfall despite the storm weakening.
CAG raps Maharashtra as 82.78 cr helicopter lay idle for 17 months, flags 2 cr avoidable cost
The state government had approved the purchase of the helicopter in May 2018 to facilitate anti-Naxalite operations in Gadchiroli and neighbouring areas
EC requires parents' SIR details for new voters applying for electoral rolls
The Election Commission has made it mandatory for new voters to provide their parents' Special Intensive Revision (SIR) details while applying for inclusion in electoral rolls, saying the move will simplify document verification and improve voter mapping.
12 police teams hunt accused in Telangana six-member family murder case
Telangana Police have formed 12 special teams to trace a man accused of killing six of his family members in Rangareddy district. The accused, who is also facing a POCSO case, allegedly murdered his wife, two children and three relatives before fleeing.
CAG raps Maharashtra as Rs 82.78 cr helicopter lay idle for 17 months, flags Rs 2 cr avoidable cost
The CAG criticized the Maharashtra government for a significant delay in appointing a maintenance agency. This delay left an expensive helicopter grounded for seventeen months, causing financial loss. The helicopter was purchased for anti-Naxalite operations in the Gadchiroli region. Mandatory maintenance was not performed, requiring costly return-to-service procedures. Inadequate planning led to avoidable expenditure and operational unavailability.
CAG flags 3,541 crore excess spend, budgetary lapses in Maharashtra Govts Ladki Bahin scheme
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US hits 140 Iranian targets as Tehran retaliates against Gulf nations
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Army jawan and father shot dead in Bihar's Vaishali; relatives under suspicion
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Iraq PM heads to Washington for energy deals amid US-Iran tensions
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Maharashtra: Rs 3,541 Cr overspend flagged in Ladki Bahi scheme
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has flagged excess expenditure of Rs 3,541.16 crore, parking of thousands of crores in deposit accounts and deficiencies in financial management in the implementation of the Maharashtra governments flagship Ladki Bahin scheme. The CAG State Finances Audit Report 2024-25, tabled in the state legislature on Friday, noted that the 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 .
CAG flags Rs 3,541 crore excess spend, budgetary lapses in Maharashtra govt's Ladki Bahin scheme
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India shares No. 1 spot as all 5 of its students win gold in physics olympiad
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Mumbai Crime Branch arrests man for impersonating doctor for 28 years
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Woman injured in chawl slab collapse in Mumbai, cause being probed
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Mumbai Police Investigate Woman Found Dead in Andheri Hotel Room
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Install trash booms at mouths of drains and rivers in Mumbai, BJP MLA urges BMC
Vaishnaw announces timeline for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train, check details
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Netanyahu pays tribute to Senator Lindsey Graham after his death
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Maharashtra CET begins registration for agriculture, biotechnology admissions 2026; apply by July 25
Maharashtra CET Cell has begun registrations for 2026-27 agriculture and engineering programs. Eligible students can apply online until July 25, 2026, for various degree courses. Admissions will consider MHT CET, JEE, and NEET scores for different agriculture programs. The detailed admission schedule will be released after NEET 2026 results are declared. Candidates should register promptly and monitor the official website for updates.
One Indian missing after attack on merchant ship in Strait of Hormuz: MEA
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed that 10 Indian nationals have been rescued, while search efforts are continuing to locate the missing crew member
Embezzlement of donations at Ram Temple will reach a turning point: RSS
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Maharashtra starts 150-crore electric boat manufacturing hub for Mumbai Water Metro
Maharashtra signs an agreement with Zoya Marine Services to establish a 150-crore electric boat manufacturing facility in Sindhudurg to build vessels for the 6,067-crore Mumbai Water Metro
'Why conspiring to disrespect PM's commitment?' CM Omar to J&K BJP leaders
Jammu, Jul 12: Going all guns blazing on J&K BJP leaders, the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday asked them why they were conspiring to prove the Prime Minister a liar by opposing and criticising the NC's efforts, its movement for restoration of statehood. They take dig at us that we've failed in fulfilling our promise. But they don't remember their promises. Just to remind them - the Prime Minister, himself, at his Katra rally had made a statement while making a commitment vis-a-vis restoration of statehood to J&K. He (PM) had said - It was not an ordinary commitment. Yeh Modi Ka Waada Hai (This is Modi's promise). I ask J&K BJP leaders why they are conspiring hard to prove their own Prime Minister a liar. Why? CM Omar threw a poser while addressing party's significant rally at Maharaja Hari Singh Park in Jammu. You may try to prove Farooq Sahib, me, Deputy Chief Ministet or any other NC leader or MLA a liar, we will have no objection. But today you (J&K BJP leaders) are trying to prove PM a liar, I fail to comprehend logic behind it. After all, the Prime Minister's words should have a weightage and should be respected. But when we ask about this commitment- we get only one reply i.e., it will be restored at an appropriate time, he stated. Aiming another barb, CM Omar asked if that appropriate time was when BJP would come to power. If that's the case, why it was not told to the Supreme Court, which had directed for its restoration as early as possible. They (BJP) can declare it in rally and convey it to the people of J&K that the statehood will be restored only if BJP comes to power. Then the J&K people may take a call to elect them to power or not. Since it has not happened, the people have not elected them, they are punishing them by depriving them of statehood, he alleged. Dismissing the BJP's claims that it was not conspiring to breakaway NC to gain power, the Chief Minister, while quoting examples from Maharashtra, West Bengal and AAP in Punjab, asked who would believe its (BJP's) claims while the party, itself, was boasting about its 'Operation Lotus.' He reiterated the charge that the elected government was not being allowed to function and asked, What was the need to conduct elections if J&K was to administer through Raj Bhawan? Why are Jammu people being punished although they gave 29 seats to BJP? was his another poser. With regard to BJP's criticism of NC's invite to Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, CM Omar's another dig was, BJP's top leadership says that they have ended terrorism and separatist ideology here in J&K. If there are no separatists here now, how can that individual be dubbed as separatist by them? Who is lying? Aiming another barb at BJP, the Chief Minister asked, If we won't get statehood by pleading our cause in the union capital before the country's leadership, should we protest outside (US President) Trump's residence to seek statehood? He said that the party adopted recourse to protest after its peaceful ways during last 18 months failed to achieve statehood despite promises. We even accepted delimitation which was aimed at benefitting only BJP and its allies. Our gentlemanliness should not be exploited and silence should not be treated as weakness. We cannot wait more, CM Omar declared. The objective of rally, in the words of the Chief Minister, was to seek permission of people to allow them as their representatives to go to (New) Delhi on July 20 to seek restoration of statehood to J&K. I've come all the way from Srinagar to Jammu to seek this permission. As I started very early morning to reach Jammu, I saw many people on their way to be part of this rally. Rest assured, the trust - you have reposed in us, will never be broken. You will not be betrayed and we will fulfill all promises made to you, CM assured.
BMC sets March 2027 deadline for Ghatkopar STP, asks officials to step up pace
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CISF DG Praveer Ranjan inspects security amid Amarnath Yatra 2026
CISF Director General Praveer Ranjan reviewed security arrangements for the ongoing Amarnath Yatra at the Nunwan base camp in Pahalgam. He inspected surveillance, deployment, crowd management and emergency preparedness, and chaired a high-level meeting with CAPFs and Jammu and Kashmir Police
Taj Mahal Palace Hotel receives bomb threat call, Mumbai Police conduct search operation
Mumbai Police are investigating a bomb threat received by the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel on Sunday. Navi Mumbai Police received the call around midnight and immediately alerted Mumbai authorities. A thorough search of the hotel premises was conducted following the received threat. This incident occurred one day after a similar hoax bomb threat at Delhi's Red Fort. Authorities are actively working to trace the origin of both recent threat calls.
Jammu: July 12 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has repeatedly advocated hollow promises of restoring the Statehood of Jammu and Kashmir. After claims of the BJP attempting to lure one of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference's (JKNC) MLAs with an offer of Rs 20-30 crore and a ministerial berth to switch sides, he accused the BJP of breaking several political parties, including the Trinamool Congress (TMC), Shiv Sena (UBT), and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). While addressing a National Conference rally on the Statehood demand ahead of the 'Delhi Chalo' protest, the J&K Chief Minister called the BJP a ackdoor party, saying that it breaks the ruling parties in States where they fail to secure a majority, using their conflicts as a 'backdoor' to enter the State. PM Modi has always promised that Jammu and Kashmir's statehood will be given at the appropriate time. What will be the right time? First, you did delimitation. They want to get more seats through that. You (BJP) have broken so many parties. See Maharashtra, see West Bengal, see Punjab! BJP is a backdoor party. Where they can't get power through the front door, they try to get through the back door, he said. CM Abdullah said that restoring the Statehood of Jammu and Kashmir will not be a favour on the State. He added that this promise not only includes the JKNC but also all the other political parties that contested the 2024 elections. Restoring the status of a State is not a favour to the people of Jammu and Kashmir. A promise was made to the people of Jammu and Kashmir regarding this. In this promise, it wasn't just the National Conference that was involved; this promise includes all those parties that contested the elections nearly one and a half years ago, he said. Furthermore, slamming the BJP, CM Omar Abdullah challenged that not even a single candidate of the Bharatiya Janata Party failed to make the promise of restoring Jammu and Kashmir's Statehood while asking for votes during the 2024 election campaigns. Show me even a single BJP MLA who, while addressing the public during the 2024 elections, said that they would not let Jammu and Kashmir become a State again. Show me even a single BJP candidate, whether in Jammu or in Kashmir, who did not say in their speech during the elections, 'Give votes to the BJP, and we will restore your Statehood status', he said. The Chief Minister intensified the attack on the BJP, saying that even though the BJP leaders remember the promises made by JKNC, they have completely forgotten about their own. They never get tired of counting our promises, whether inside the Assembly or outside it. Their leaders remember our promises very well, but they fail to remember their own promises! They don't remember the promises they made themselves, he said. Following the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019, the Centre formed two Union Territories: Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. Union Home Minister Amit Shah had said that the status of a state would be restored once the situation normalises. In 2023, the Supreme Court upheld the move to abrogate Article 370, while not taking up the question of the restoration of statehood, as the Centre had submitted that it would be restored in due time. (ANI)
Maharashtra CET Cell has commenced MHMCT 2026-27 counselling registrations online. Candidates can apply until July 24, 2026, with document verification following. The provisional merit list will be released on July 28, and the final list on August 3. Grievances regarding the provisional list can be submitted between July 29 and July 31. Seat allotment will be based on MAH MHMCT CET 2026 rank and college preferences.
Eknath Khadse dismisses BJP return buzz, says 'I will remain with Sharad Pawar'
NCP (SP) leader Eknath Khadse has dismissed speculation about rejoining the BJP, saying he will remain with Sharad Pawar till the end. Khadse confirmed visiting Delhi and claimed Amit Shah had invited him to return, but said he is no longer interested in switching parties
Vinayak Raut and six others face charges following a complaint by his daughter-in-law. Girija Raut alleged physical and mental harassment after her marriage in December 2017. She claimed occult rituals and unidentified pills were administered to help her conceive. Girija stated prolonged mental harassment prevented her from speaking out earlier. Police have arrested one accused, Firoz Baba, and are investigating further.
Rs 2.45 crore worth of Aciloc 150+, 300+ seized in Maharashtra; FDA orders recall
Maharashtra FDA seized Aciloc drugs valued at Rs 2.45 crore. The action followed inspections revealing deceptive labelling and branding changes. The department ordered a complete market recall of the affected Aciloc products. This move prioritizes public health and patient safety by preventing medication confusion. Further legal action will be initiated based on investigation findings.
Watch: Passenger, TC clash over Marathi language on Mumbai local; Railway authorities order probe
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Rajasthan ANTF arrests eight in coordinated anti-narcotics drive
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Gujarat: Three lions shifted to Sakkarbaug Zoo after fatal attack on boy in Girn
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Oman, Iran agree to continue talks on Hormuz Strait navigation
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Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 4,333
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Doctors use anti-cancer meds to shrink tumours in foetus
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Moshi garbage depot: Death toll rises as 6 more bodies recovered after 72 hours
Six more bodies have been recovered from the debris of the Moshi garbage depot collapse in Pune, nearly 72 hours after the incident. The death toll has risen as rescue teams continue operations, while Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered faster biomining and immediate support for affected families
Ayushi has killed her father also, says uncle
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Lawrence Bishnoi aide arrested in France, another deported from Canada
The international crackdown on the Lawrence Bishnoi gang has intensified, with France arresting alleged associate Garinder Dev for extradition to Canada and Canadian authorities ordering the deportation of another alleged gang member, Jashandeep Singh, following recent US indictments
Jammu Gurudwara conducts free screening of Satluj
Hundreds gathered at Gurdwara Sahib in Jammu for a free screening of Diljit Dosanjh's Satluj, organised by the SGPC after the film was removed from OTT platforms. The film is based on human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra and has sparked debate over its portrayal of historical events
Vietnam: 15 Indians feared dead after boat capsizes in Nam
At least 15 Indian tourists are feared dead after a speedboat carrying 32 Indian passengers and four crew members capsized near Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island. Twenty-one people were rescued, while the Indian Embassy has set up control rooms to assist affected families
Pilgrims hail Amarnath Yatra arrangements
Srinagar, Jul 11: Pilgrims undertaking the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra have expressed widespread satisfactionoverthe arrangements made by the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board and the Jammu and Kashmir administration, describing the pilgrimage as well-managed, safe, and spiritually fulfilling. Many devotees appreciated the availability of accommodation, sanitation facilities, medical services, food, and security along the route, saying the administrationhadleft no stone unturned to ensure a hassle-free experience. The arrangements have been excellent. From registration to darshan, everything was smooth and well-coordinated. We felt safe and well-cared for throughout the journey, said a pilgrim from Maharashtra. Another devotee from Uttar Pradesh praised the medical facilities, saying, The medical camps and oxygen booths along the route are very helpful, especially for elderly pilgrims like us. The administration has done a commendable job. A pilgrim from Delhi said thebehaviour of security personnel and volunteers was courteous and reassuring.They guided us at every step. This is not just a pilgrimage; it is a well-managed spiritual experience, he said. Devotees also appreciated the cleanliness and sanitation arrangements at the base camps and along the track. The toilets, drinking water facilities, and food arrangements were beyond our expectations. We are leaving with wonderful memories, said a woman pilgrim from Gujarat. According to official figures, a total of 17,537 pilgrims had returned to Domail after darshan up to 6:00 PM on July 11, reflecting the steady movement of yatris through the twin routes of Baltal and Pahalgam under elaborate security and logistical arrangements. The returning pilgrims included 11,730 men, 5,410 women, 110 children, 95 sadhus, six sadhvis, five transgender devotees, and 181 security personnel. Meanwhile, the 10th batch comprising over 9,100 pilgrims departed from the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu amid stringent security arrangements. The convoy, escorted by security forces, proceeded towards the twin base camps of Baltal in Ganderbal and Nunwan in Pahalgam for onward journey to the shrine. The administration, along with security agencies, health officials, disaster response teams, and volunteers, has put in place multi-layered arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of the annual pilgrimage. Round-the-clock monitoring, traffic regulation, medical assistance, and emergency response systems remain operational along the Yatra route to facilitate the safe movement of devotees. The cumulative number of devotees who have performed darshan at the holy Amarnath Cave Shrine has crossed the two lakh mark, reflecting the overwhelming response to this year's pilgrimage. Authorities are maintaining close coordination to ensure a safe, secure, and hassle-free experience for all devotees.
Talks on for Israels exit from Lebanon
US military delegation has met with the Lebanese Army in Beirut to discuss implementing Israel's phased withdrawal from one of two pilot zones in southern Lebanon. The talks focus on deployment mechanisms under the June 26 framework agreement
Trump fires members of US federal election commission
US President Donald Trump has fired the remaining three members of the Election Assistance Commission, leaving the federal election agency without a quorum just four months before the US midterm elections. Democrats have criticised the move, calling it a threat to election integrity
New Delhi, Jul 11:Food Processing Industries Minister Chirag Paswan on Thursday announced that over 2 lakh micro enterprises have received credit-linked subsidy under the PMFME scheme since its launch in 2020 to set up processing facilities with a combined investment of Rs 20,300 crore. The total subsidy amount provided so far under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme is around Rs 6,000 crore, he added. Paswan said the PMFME Scheme, which was launched in 2020, has been extended till September this year, and the ministry is considering launching PMFME 2.0 with suitable changes to attract more investments in this sector. Addressing an event here, Paswan informed that, under the PMFME scheme, there has been sanction of loans to more than 2 lakh micro food processing enterprises during the last six years. He described it as a historic milestone. When asked about the subsidy being provided under this scheme so far, he said it is around Rs 6,000 crore. The minister said the scheme has leveraged project investments of over Rs 20,300 crore, while generating nearly 11 lakh direct and indirect employment opportunities. Elaborating more, Paswan mentioned that nearly 90 per cent of beneficiaries are first-generation entrepreneurs and 44 per cent are women entrepreneurs, while over 75,000 PMFME-supported enterprises have entered the formal economy through registrations such as Udyam Aadhaar, Udyam Assist, FSSAI and GST. The minister said the achievement of 2 lakh beneficiaries demonstrates that this vision is translating into measurable outcomes. He commended the performance of leading states, including Bihar, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh. Paswan said there is a need to expand this scheme to cover more people. In his speech, Paswan discussed the significant business opportunities in this sector. He said the food processing could at least solve three major challenges -- enhancing farmers income, creating jobs, and reducing wastage of farm produce. The minister also stressed the need to counter the false narrative that all processed food is bad. He also asked food businesses not to compromise on quality. Food Processing Secretary A P Das Joshi said this scheme is inclusive and most of the processing units are located in rural India. He said these processing units are helping to reduce wastage of farm produce. Devesh Deval, Joint Secretary in the ministry, stressed the importance of the PMFME scheme that provides end-to-end support to micro food processing entrepreneurs, starting from financial assistance, training, handholding, branding and marketing to market linkage. He noted that the scheme is not merely supporting enterprises it is transforming livelihoods, strengthening local value chains and creating sustainable employment opportunities across the country. The ministry highlighted that the schemes seed capital support has been availed by more than 4.18 lakh Self Help Group members. More than 1.76 lakh beneficiaries have been trained under the Scheme, of whom 77 percent are women. During the event, Paswan felicitated the 2nd lakh beneficiary, Inderjeet Singh from Ranchi, Jharkhand and handed over the sanction letter as well as the certificate. Under the PMFME, a 35 per cent subsidy for individual micro food processing enterprises (Maximum Rs 10 lakh) is being provided to set up or upgrade their individual micro food processing enterprises. Further, there is a provision of 35 per cent Credit-linked Subsidy for Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO), Farmer Producer Company (FPC), Self Help Group (SHG), etc to set up or upgrade Common Infrastructure (Maximum Rs 3 Crore).
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Eknath Shinde Questions Uddhav Thackeray Over Siddhivinayak Temple Loot
Mumbai, July 12: A heated debate erupted in the Maharashtra Assembly on Saturday as Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde launched a sharp attack on Shiv Sena-UBT leader Uddhav Thackeray. Shinde accused Thackeray of practicing selective Hindutva and questioned why he remained silent about alleged donation irregularities at Mumbais iconic Siddhivinayak Temple during his tenure as ... Read more Eknath Shinde Questions Uddhav Thackeray Over Siddhivinayak Temple Loot
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis Dismisses Speculations About Central Leadership Role
Mumbai, July 11: Amidst rampant speculation about his potential entry into national politics, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis addressed the rumors on Saturday with his characteristic brevity and humor. When reporters inquired about the increasing chatter regarding his possible leadership role in New Delhi, he dismissed the discussion in a single sentence. I was just ... Read more Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis Dismisses Speculations About Central Leadership Role
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Maharashtra: Shindes Siddhivinayak Loot Claim Irks Sena (UBT)
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UBT Sena MP Sanjay Raut fuels Devendra Fadnavis Delhi shift buzz, triggers NDA tussle
Speculation over Devendra Fadnavis' political future has ignited a war of words between supporters of Maharashtra's Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister. Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut's claims of Fadnavis moving to Delhi were amplified by Bachchu Kadu, who suggested Eknath Shinde should become CM if Fadnavis is shifted. The BJP dismissed these remarks as childish, emphasizing the alliance's current stability.
Two collegians out for a dip in Dahisar quarry drown
