We're all shocked, such decisions are hasty: JMM MP Mahua Maji after Sita Soren joins BJP
We're all shocked, such decisions are hasty: JMM MP Mahua Maji after Sita Soren joins BJP JMM MP Mahua Maji called the decision of former JMM MLA and sister-in-law of ex-Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, Sita Soren, to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday hasty, and said that they are all shocked by this move. Sita Soren joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday. After resigning from the membership of JMM, Sita Soren tendered her resignation from the membership of the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly. She was the general secretary of the JMM. We are all shocked. We don't have much knowledge about why she did this but the party is going through a crisis right now. So, I think everyone should have had some patience. This is unfortunate for our party. Elections are around the corner. Our party is strong. People like Hemant Soren worked with the guidance of Shibu Soren and Champai Soren is completing the incomplete work. So, this is a good message for even the last person. People want JMM once again and the alliance government to continue. Such decisions are hasty, Maji said. Meanwhile, JMM General Secretary and Spokesperson Supriyo Bhattacharya hit out at the BJP and said that how the BJP did a use and throw with Pashupati Kumar Paras tells the real Chaal-Charitra-Chehra of the party. I think, when someone has to go somewhere (to another party), they have to give some reason. Not everyone is Pashupati Kumar Paras, who submitted a 3-line resignation letter and thanked them. But how the BJP did a 'use and throw' with him tells the real 'Chaal-Charitra-Chehra' of the BJP. They pick up whenever they need someone. They kept senior leaders Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Vasundhara Raje, and Raman Singh with them as long as they needed them and then threw them away later, he said. A CM was demoted to the position of Deputy CM in Maharashtra because they didn't need Devendra Fadnavis. Himanta Biswa Sarma joined the BJP, won the election and directly became the Deputy CM first and eventually the Chief Minister, the JMM Spokesperson added. While the BJP has named candidates for 11 out of 14 seats in Jharkhand, the INDIA bloc is yet to announce its candidates. The voting process in Jharkhand will unfold in four phases, from May 13 to June 1. In the Lok Sabha election 2019, the BJP won 11 seats with a 51.9 per cent vote share, while Congress, Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and ASJU won one seat each. The elections for 543 Lok Sabha seats will be held from April 19 to June 1, with the counting of votes scheduled for June 4. (ANI)
Prakash Ambedkars VBA to support 7 Congress LS candidates
Mumbai: Livid over the purported stance of some of the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), the Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) has unilaterally offered to support 7 Congress candidates in the ensuing Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra, here on Tuesday. VBA President Prakash Ambedkar has written a letter to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on the issue 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 .
NHIT raises Rs 16,000 cr to acquire nearly 900 km of road from NHAI
NHIT raises Rs 16,000 cr to acquire nearly 900 km of road from NHAI National Highways Infra Trust (NHIT) on Tuesday said it has raised over Rs 16,000 crore through equity and debt to acquire nearly 900 km of road from NHAI. This is the largest monetization of assets by the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI). NHIT is an infrastructure investment trust (InvIT) sponsored by the NHAI. According to an official statement, ''NHIT, has concluded fund-raising through 'InvIT Round-3 for National Highway stretches of aggregate length of 889 kilometers at an enterprise value of over Rs 16,000 crore, which is the largest monetization by NHAI and one of the largest transactions in the history of Indian road sector.'' NHIT has raised unit capital of around Rs 7,272 crore from marquee domestic and international investors and debt of around Rs 9,000 crore from Indian lenders, to fund the acquisition of National Highway stretches. InvIT is an instrument on the pattern of mutual funds, designed to pool money from investors and invest in assets that will provide cash flows over a period of time. The letter of acceptance (LOA) to raise the highest-ever concession value through InvIT Round-3 was issued in February 2024, it added. The units witnessed strong demand from both existing and new investors, including foreign pension funds viz Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and Ontario Teachers Pension Plan Board, which are existing unit holders and subscribed to the maximum limit of 25 per cent each. Domestic pension/provident funds which subscribed in the funding round include (IOCL Employees PF, L&T Staff PF, Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Karamchari Pension Fund, SBI Pension etc), insurance companies (Tata AIG, SBI Life, HDFC Life), mutual funds (SBI, Nippon India), banks and few others, the statement said. NHAI also subscribed to its share of 15 per cent of the units at the same price, it added. With completion of the third round of monetization the total realized value of all three rounds of InvIT stands at Rs 26,125 crore. It holds a diversified portfolio of 15 operating toll roads with an aggregate length of about 1,525 km spread across the 9 states of Assam, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal, with concession periods ranging between 20 to 30 years. National Highways Infra Trust (NHIT), the Infrastructure Investment Trust sponsored by National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), was set up in 2021 to support the government's National Monetization Pipeline. In a statement, Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) said that it has made a follow-on investment of Rs 1,820 crore in the units of NHIT. The investment is part of NHIT's fundraise by way of institutional placement. ''Following this investment CPPIB will continue to hold 25 per cent of the units in NHIT,'' it said. CPPIB's total investment in NHIT will increase to Rs 3680 crore. Commenting on NHAI's asset monetisation, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways secretary Anurag Jain said NHIT is a successful example of public-private partnership (PPP), in which it has played a very important role in supporting National Monetisation Pipeline. NHAI Chairman Santosh Kumar Yadav said, ''We are pleased that NHIT has successfully completed the largest monetisation of roads for NHAI. We expect it to continue to play a stellar role in the monetisation and development of the Indian roads sector''. NHIT MD (investment manager) Suresh Goyal said, ''We thank the existing investors for their continued faith and welcome the new partners for coming on board in strengthening NHIT and supporting NHAI in the development of India's road sector. Since November 2021, NHIT has cumulatively raised around Rs 12,000 crore through first two rounds of monetization for acquisition of eight operating road assets with an aggregate length of 636 km from NHAI. In November 2021, units of NHIT were issued at a price of Rs 101 and were listed on both BSE and NSE.
SC allows Sharad Pawar faction to use 'NCP-Sharadchandra Pawar' name for LS polls
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed the Sharad Pawar faction to use 'Nationalist Congress Party- Sharadchandra Pawar ' as its name for the upcoming Lok Sabha and Assembly polls in the country. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and KV Viswanathan also permitted the NCP bloc led by the veteran politician to use as its symbol 'man blowing turha' (a traditional trumpet also known as tutari). The bench passed the order on a plea by the Sharad Pawar group seeking to restrain the Ajit Pawar faction from using the 'clock' symbol for the polls, as allotted by the Election Commission, on the ground that it is disrupting the level playing field. The NCP, founded by Sharad Pawar, had 'clock' as its election symbol before its split. The symbol is now with the Ajit Pawar faction. EC and Maharashtra Speaker's decision on NCP 'unfair', we are approaching SC: Sharad Pawar The bench directed the Election Commission and State Election Commission (SEC) to recognise the 'Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar' and its symbol 'man blowing turha'. It also asked the EC to not allot the 'man blowing turha' symbol to any other party or an independent candidate. It asked the Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar-led faction to issue a public notice in newspapers in English, Hindi and Marathi saying that the 'clock' symbol is sub-judice and its use is subject to adjudication. The bench said the Ajit Pawar faction should make similar declarations in all election related audio-visual advertisements and publicity material like banners and posters. It asked the Ajit Pawar camp to file its response within four weeks on the Sharad Pawar group's plea against the February 6 order of the Election Commission recognising the former as the real Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). On February 19, the top court had directed that the Election Commission's order allotting 'Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar' as the party name for the Sharad Pawar faction will continue till further orders. NCP row: SC seeks Ajit Pawar faction's reply on Sharad Pawar's plea challenging ECI order
Scolded By Father For Eating Junk Food, Nagpur Teen Dies By Suicide: Cops
A 19-year-old female student of Bachelor of Business Administration died by suicide at home in Maharashtra's Nagpur after being scolded by father for eating junk food, police said today.
SC asks Ajit Pawar group to say Clock symbol disputed
It asked the Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar-led faction to issue a public notice in newspapers in English, Hindi and Marathi saying that the 'clock' symbol is sub-judice and its use is subject to adjudication.
MNS chief Raj Thackeray meets Union Home Minister Amit Shah in national capital
MNS chief Raj Thackeray meets Union Home Minister Amit Shah in national capital Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray met Union Home Minister Amit Shah, in New Delhi in the presence of BJP National General Secretary Vinod Tawde on Tuesday. Earlier Raj Thackeray met Vinod Tawde at a private hotel in the national capital. Speculations are rife that MNS may become part of the BJP-led NDA alliance for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. The MNS did not win any seat in 2014 Lok Sabha polls and did not contest in the 2019 election. This could give a major boost to the alliance in Maharashtra and could help the ruling alliance to create a further dent in the vote bank of his estranged cousin Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena faction. BJP, Ajit Pawar-led NCP, and Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde are part of the ruling alliance in Maharashtra. BJP has often attacked its political rivals for practising dynastic politics. Meanwhile, the Congress led Maha Vikas Aghadi is facing trouble finalising its seat sharing arrangement. The three principle parties the Congres, the Shiv Sena (UBT) and the NCP (S Pawar) are yet to finalise the seat sharing arrangement. MVA constituent Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi chief Prakash Ambedkar has made his displeasure public alleging that the UBT sena and NCP (S Pawar) are not hearing out the VBA and its demands. However, Sena UBT leader Sanjay Raut is confident that the INDIA bloc wil give a tough fight to the BJP led NDA. India Alliance is going to win 300 seats this time, BJP will not be able to cross even 220 this time. This is our guarantee... says Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut had said on Monday. Maharashtra will vote in five phases for 48 constituencies in the upcoming general elections. Vote counting will take place on June 4. Lok sabha Elections 2024 would be held in seven phases starting on April 19 and ending on June 1. The results will be declared on June 4. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP won 23 out of 25 contested seats, while the undivided Shiv Sena secured 18 out of 23 seats. (ANI)
Ajit Pawar's brother comes in support of uncle Sharad Pawar, calls Maharashtra Deputy CM ungrateful
Ajit Pawar's brother comes in support of uncle Sharad Pawar, calls Maharashtra Deputy CM ungrateful Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's brother Srinivas Pawar slammed the former for revolting against his uncle and NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar and called his brother incompetent (Nalayak). The video of Shrinavas's speech criticising his brother in Baramati on Sunday went viral on the internet. In his address, Srinivas distanced himself from his brother Ajit Pawar and criticised him for abandoning Sharad Pawar in his old age. He also declared his support for Sharad Pawar, saying that, at the age of 83, it is not fair to leave seniors within the family. He said, I stayed with Ajit Pawar all the time, I followed him in all the situations, I supported all his decisions, and I never questioned him. Many people know me here; I grew up here. When I and Ajit Pawar had a discussion, I told him that you keep contesting Baramati as MLA and leave Loksabha under Pawar Saheb's leadership, as we are grateful to him for the various things he (Pawar Saheb) did for us. You all also know about it, because I didn't feel good about the idea of leaving him alone at the age of 83. Some of our friends told me that the future lies with Ajit Pawar instead of Sharad Pawar but this thought was very painful for me to leave the person at old age and join the person who can benefit us. In my personal view, if someone thinks in such a way, he is an incompetent person, he added. Srinivas said that, just as every medicine has an expiry date, every relationship too has an expiry date. Consider it an expiry and move ahead in life.This is like, after getting ownership of land, removing the actual owner from his house. We all know whoever got positions in politics is just because of Sharad Pawar, and asking the same person to sit at home and do 'Bhajan Kirtan' is not good. Like every medicine has an expiry date, some relationships also expire and life moves on. I am 60 years old. I want to live a life of self-esteem. I can't live under pressure, he said. Shrinivas also attacked BJP and RSS for splitting the NCP and alleged that it was their conspiracy to finish the name of Sharad Pawar, This is nothing but the conspiracy of the BJP and RSS to finish the name of Pawar Saheb. History is known to all that a family breaks only after someone from the family goes out. If the family is united, then no one can break into the house. I am not scared of anyone now. I will continue to speak about it with my heart. I am not going behind anyone for benefits, he said. Recently, while speaking at Baramati, Ajit said to the workers that there are chances that my entire family would be against me. They will campaign against me, but my workers are my family now. The Baramati Lok Sabha segment has traditionally been a bastion of Sharad Pawar and his daughter Supriya Sule, however, Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar announced his intent to field a candidate against her. Pawar said that he would field a candidate who has not contested an election earlier, but that person would have the support of those with ample experience. (ANI)
Ajit Pawars brother comes in support of uncle Sharad Pawar, calls Maharashtra Deputy CM ungrateful
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NEW DELHI: The Election Commission's request to parties for details of electoral bonds received by them elicited myriad, and often unsolicited, responses, one party seeking its de-registration and another noting that its chief personally donates Rs 500 once every three months to the party fund. In their responses to the Election Commission, some parties gave explanations for not receiving any donation through electoral bonds while others cited their inability to provide the requested information. The Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party cited its status as a new party and claimed it had not garnered any votes in elections and hence had no details to provide. Similarly, the Sarvjan Lok Shakti party submitted a handwritten note stating that it had not received any donation as yet. The Bharat Ka Kisan Mazdoor Party expressed frustration, lamenting their lack of recognition and claiming no support from industrialists or capitalists, resulting in the party does not receiving any electoral bond. 'Banks have all details when it comes to farm loans but...': Uddhav on electoral bonds disclosure The Tamil Nadu-based Tamilar Desiya Munnani cited health issues of its leadership for its inability to respond to the Election Commission notice within the given time frame. It also mentioned that it had not received any donation through electoral bonds until September 30, 2023. The Makkal Nala Kazhagam noted that its president personally deposits money into the party account every three months. Party president S Sathiyamoorthy is depositing his own money Rs 500 once in three months in party account in the concerned bank, it said. The Kannada Naadu Party, which has since passed a resolution for dissolution, submitted a letter to the Election Commission requesting its de-recognition. Latest electoral bond data show parties love to hide than disclose Resolutions passed at the respective meetings had been forwarded to your good offices and we are awaiting your confirmation of de-recognition as a political party, it said in the response. Parties such as the Jan Shakti Dal, Neethi Nijayathi Party and the Gunj Satya Ni Janta Party claimed to have received no donations. Many parties, including the Aasra Lokmanch Party, Bharatiya Sarthak Party and the National Bhrashtachar Mukti Party, stated that they had not received any donations and mentioned that they did not fall in the category eligible to receive electoral bonds. The Bahujan Rajyam Party clarified that it had not received any electoral bonds, highlighting the eligibility criteria that limit bond issuance to parties securing at least one per cent of the votes polled in previous elections. SC protects democracy from 'devious machinations' of current regime: Congress on electoral bonds issue
Last Chance to Edit! MHT CET 2024 Application Form Correction Window Likely to Open Tomorrow
Are you geared up for the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) 2024? Here's a vital update to ensure your application is spot on: the State CET Cell, Maharashtra, is rolling out the MHT CET 2024 application correction window on March 20. This blog post serves as your guide to navigate through the correction process seamlessly.
Maharashtra BRS leader Manikrao Kadam joins Ajit Pawar-led NCP, cites central leaderships inaction
Raj Thackeray-Amit Shah meet not surprising: NCP (Sharad Pawar)
Mumbai:The Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) on Tuesday said Raj Thackerays meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah was not astonishing as there were indications of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chiefs closeness to the BJP. MNS leader Thackeray has been under the scanner of central agencies and he has been trying to save his party, 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 .
MUMBAI: The opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance in Maharashtra is facing a fresh crisis over claims on the Sangli Parliamentary seat. The Shiv Sena (UBT)'s sudden decision to stake claim on the Sangli Lok Sabha seat by announcing their candidate even before a seat-sharing deal could be finalised among the members of the opposition alliance has left the Maharashtra Congress miffed. During a campaign trail last week, Shiv Sena (UBT) President and ex-Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray had named Chandrahar Patil a prominent wrestler and two-time Maharashtra Kesri awardee as its Lok Sabha candidate for Sangli. We need to send a strongman from Sangli with a blunt mace in one hand and a flaming torch (Thackeray's party symbol) in the other to Parliament. I appoint Chandrahar Patil as Shiv Sena Lok Sabha coordinator for Sangli district, Thackeray had said. Incidentally, Patil's candidature for the Lok Sabha polls was announced earlier by the Prakash Ambedkar-led Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA), which is in talks with the Maha Vikas Aghadi for an alliance. Patil had earlier won the Sangli Zilla Parishad elections on an NCP (undivided) ticket. Thackeray's announcement goes against the agreement reached within the MVA last week that none of the constituents would unilaterally declare candidates. Moreover, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut had earlier said thatin lieu of Sangli, the Shiv Sena (UBT) has given up its claim to the Kolhapur constituency from where Shrimant Shahu Chhatrapati Maharaj (the 12th direct descendent of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj) is likely to be fielded on a Congress ticket. Kolhapur had elected a Shiv Sena (undivided) candidate, Sanjay S Mahadik, in 2019. Raut said that Kolhapur and Ramtek Lok Sabha seats will be contested by the Congress while staking Shiv Sena (UBT)'s claim on the Sangli Lok Sabha seat. Congress: 'Won't give up Sangli at any cost' On the other hand, Maharashtra Congress chief Nana Patole announced that their candidate Vishal Patil who is the grandson of former chief minister Vasantdada Patil would contest from Sangli. Vishal had contested the 2019 Lok Sabha elections but was defeated. Patil has already started campaigning. Patole added that the Congress party will not leave the seat at any cost because it has potential to win the seat. Meanwhile, the Shiv Sena (UBT) has reportedly voiced its displeasure over the Congress declaring their candidate from Sangli after the former had already announced they would be contesting from the seat. Raut claimed that the matter had already been decided during MVA seat-sharing talks and that they would now speak to the Congress leadership in Delhi, as per media reports. On Monday, a delegation comprising Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole, Congress legislative party leader Balasaheb Thorat, and Vijay Namdevrao Wadettiwar, Congress MLA and leader of Opposition, State assembly, left for Delhi to meet Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, and Rahul Gandhi to report their disagreement over Shiva Sena (UBT) staking claim on Sangli. The Congress' opposition could further delay the official announcement of the seat-sharing formula among the MVA constituents - the Congress, Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar), and the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray). BJP's Sanjaykaka Patil is the incumbent two-time MP from Sangli, which went out of Congress control after the latter held sway there for over 52 years. TheBJP has won the Sangli seat for two consecutive terms. Maha dissent as banner of revolt strikes all players Congress leader opposes Chandrahar Patil's candidacy Meanwhile, a senior Congress leader requesting anonymity told this newspaper that Raut should follow the decorum of alliance and not declare candidates' names before they are finalised. He asserted, It was pre-decided that the winnability factor would be the criteria while allocating seats to candidates. In Sangli, the Congress has a strong presence and chance to win while Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Chandrahar Patil has no connection among the people. Patil joined the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction of the Shiv Sena only few days back. Besides, he is not either an MLA or a big leader. He is only known as a wrestler. Therefore, any cost, we will not leave this seat to Shiv Sena (UBT) and throw it away to the BJP. The leader further added that even if the Sangli seat went to the Shiv Sena (UBT), the Congress would still field Vishal Patil and have a friendly fight with them, just like in Kerala. Raj Thackeray meets Amit Shah as BJP woos MNS Chief for LS poll battle against estranged cousin Uddhav The leader claimed that the Shiv Sena (UBT) and the Sharad Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) are struggling to get candidates and want to fight many seats. He questioned, For what? To give away seats to the BJP? The NCP (SP) has no strong candidate in Bhiwandi and Wardha but they still they want to contest from both those Lok Sabha seats. He also claimed that the NCP (SP) not only wants the Wardha seat from the Congress party but they are also asking for their candidate. Our Congress leader and former MLA Amar Kale has been called by Sharad Pawar and is being asked to contest on NCP (SP) symbol from the Wardha Lok Sabha seat. The Congress has major chances to win many seats but things are not being worked out as per the winnability criteria, he added. Maha dilemma: MVA, MahaYuti scramble to clinch seat deal Electoral bonds scheme has exposed BJP's loot, claims Uddhav Thackeray Meanwhile, Congress leader Vishwajeet P Kadam, an ex-minister and a two-time sitting MLA from Palus-Kadegaon, told media that there are around 600 villages in Sangli district and that the Congress has its leaders and elected representatives in many of them. Congress Legislature Party leader Balasaheb Thorat, while admitting the partys stronghold in Sangli, diplomatically said that the senior leaders of both the Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) will sit together and hammer out an amicable solution to the fresh challenge. (With additional inputs from IANS, and Online Desk)
Man kills 27-year-old wife over suspicion of infidelity, buries her body; held
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MahaYuti leaders say Raj Thackeray welcome if he wants to join grand alliance
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Maharashtra RERA proposes mandatory separate bank accounts for real estate developers
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Gaza faces imminent famine as over 1 million grapple with starvation, UN warns
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Tiger killing case: Supreme Court grants bail to accused Manraj
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Congresss Vikas Thakre likely to be fielded against Nitin Gadkari from Nagpur
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Ex-Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren`s sister-in-law Sita Soren joins BJP
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Raj Thackeray meets Amit Shah in Delhi
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59-year old man awarded 20-yr jail for raping 6-year old girl in Nagpur
Nagpur: The Special Judge for Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in Nagpur, R P Pande on Monday awarded 20 years rigorous imprisonment (RI) to Edwin Michael Francis (59) after the charges of raping a six-year-old girl were substantiated against him. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 on him for [] The post 59-year old man awarded 20-yr jail for raping 6-year old girl in Nagpur appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
Local production of EVs a work in progress: Audi India Head
Local production of EVs a work in progress: Audi India Head Luxury automaker Audi India is looking to commence local assembly of electric vehicles, a move which would help it roll out models at an affordable price helping expand its customer base in the country. The automaker currently imports its entire EV range comprising Q8 50 e-tron, Q8 55 e-tron, Q8 Sportback 50 e-tron, Q8 Sportback 55 e-tron, e-tron GT, and RS e-tron GT, into the country. It, however, assembles petrol models like Q3, Q3 Sportback, Q5, Q7, A4, and A6 at its Aurangabad (Maharashtra) based manufacturing plant. In an interaction with PTI here, Audi India Head Balbir Singh Dhillon said the local manufacturing of EVs is a work in progress with active discussions going on with its global headquarters. ''We are working with Audi AG very positively and hopefully at some point in time we will be able to announce this (local assembly of EV models),'' he noted. When asked about the expected timeline of commencing the process, Dhillon did not share any specific date but stated that the India unit is discussing the matter with the global headquarters very ''positively''. ''Hopefully we should have some solution at some point in time. That is the time when you can reach even more (set of customers) because then you will get the best advantage in terms of price point,'' he said. He further said, ''I think the next 2-3 years will be very crucial (2024-2026). These years will see many more new electric cars coming at different price points. Then I think our reach to our existing customers or first-time buyers will go up.'' The company's current EV model lineup is priced over Rs 1 crore thus serving a very niche set of customers. Currently, cars imported into India as Completely Built Units (CBUs) attract customs duty ranging from 60 per cent to 100 per cent. The country's customs duty system treats electric cars and hydrocarbon-powered vehicles equally, imposing significant tariffs to encourage domestic manufacturing. Audi, globally, is looking to introduce multiple electric models in the next 2-3 years many of which would also come to India thus helping the Indian operations to choose which ones to localise. In order to rev up sales volume, Audi India would look out for models which sit below the current range in price terms. The company currently gets around 2 per cent of its total sales from EVs. It reported 89 per cent growth in retail sales in India at 7,931 units last year as compared with a total of 4,187 units in 2022. Audi on Monday evening globally premiered the Q6 e-tron, a new EV model which would sit below the Q8 e-tron range. To be manufactured at the company's Ingolstadt plant, the model is expected to roll out in various markets globally this year. It is also expected to make its way to Indian shores early next year. Dhillon said the model would help in widening the company's customer base in India. ''That's the expectation that our penetration in electric mobility should go up with this model (Q6 e-tron),'' he noted. Audi expects 50 per cent of its sales in India to come from electric vehicles by 2030. Globally, Audi has decided to become a fully electric vehicle manufacturer from 2033 onwards. The Q6 e-tron is the first production model on the company's Premium Platform Electric (PPE), marking the next step in the company's transformation into a provider of premium electric mobility. The electric SUV will be available to order from this month with deliveries expected to customers in the third quarter of 2024. The Q6 e-tron comes with a range of up to 625 kms. ''The PPE shows how we are pooling expertise within the Volkswagen Group and thus making electric mobility scalable,'' Audi AG Chairman of the Board of Management Gernot Dollner said. Thanks to the PPE, the company is able to launch high-volume models with high technical standards in different segments, he added.
Gadkari, Fadnavis lead Nagpurs tributes to Dronacharya Bhau Kane
Nagpur: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis led Nagpur in paying tributes to renowned athletics coach Sanjay Bhau Kane, who passed away Sunday night. Gadkari, who hailed Bhau as Krida Maharishi honouring the coach during Khasdar Krida Mahotsavs 2020 edition, visited his residence early Monday morning and paid respects to [] The post Gadkari, Fadnavis lead Nagpurs tributes to Dronacharya Bhau Kane appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
Four Telangana Maoists killed in encounter with Maharashtra Police
Gadchiroli (Maharashtra): At least four Maoists who sneaked in from Telangana, carrying varying rewards on their scalps, were reported killed in a fierce shoot-out with the security forces in the forests here on Tuesday, police officials said. Following a tip-off that a large group of Maoists from a neighbouring state had entered the state with 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 .
Wil it be Thackeray vs Thackeray? Raj meets Amit Shah
If the alliance is sealed, the MNS may be given one seat to contest from Mumbai, the Maharashtra capital where his cousin Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena faction enjoys some influence.
RMC Issues Orange Alert for Nagpur, Bhandara, Chandrapur, and Gondia
Nagpur: The Regional Meteorological Department (RMC) issued an Orange Alert for Nagpur, Bhandara, Chandrapur, and Gondia in Vidarbha on Tuesday. RMC has predicted thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds (50-60 km/h) and hail likely to occur at a few places in the above districts. The unseasonal rainfall and hailstorm have already wreaked havoc in [] The post RMC Issues Orange Alert for Nagpur, Bhandara, Chandrapur, and Gondia appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
SC dismissed ED`s claim that AAP got Rs 100-cr in kickbacks: Atishi
Atishi alleged the federal probe agency`s action was aimed at stopping Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal from campaigning in the Lok Sabha polls
Water released from Jayawadi dam to Parli thermal power plant amid shortage
Water has been released from Jayakwadi dam for uninterrupted operations at the Parli thermal power station in Maharashtra`s Beed
Raj Thackeray meets Amit Shah amid chatter of Maharashtra tie-up
Raj Thackeray meets Amit Shah amid chatter of Maharashtra tieup
Electoral Bonds: Dhariwal Infra fails farmers, donates 115 Cr to political parties
Nagpur: Dhariwal Infrastructure Ltd (DIL), operators of a coal-based thermal power plant in Chandrapur, reportedly donated a staggering Rs 115 crore to various political entities, but has not paid Rs 62 lakh in compensation to farmers. Recently, a high-level inquiry by the Joint Secretary was ordered into high pollution allegedly caused by the Dhariwal power [] The post Electoral Bonds: Dhariwal Infra fails farmers, donates 115 Cr to political parties appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
Speculation is rife that Raj Thackeray may be roped in as the fourth partner in the Mahayuti alliance led by the BJP in Maharashtra ahead of Lok Sabha elections.
Speculation is rife within political circles regarding the potential entry of the Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) into the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the run-up to the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. In a significant development, the MNS chief and his son, Amit Thackeray, met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday, sparking a buzz over an impending alliance for the Lok Sabha polls in the western state. Thackeray, who arrived here on Monday, was joined by BJP national general secretary Vinod Tawde when he met Shah. #WATCH | MNS chief Raj Thackeray left from a private hotel in Delhi after meeting BJP National General Secretary Vinod Tawde. (Earlier visuals) pic.twitter.com/IfgIsKnEPY ANI (@ANI) March 19, 2024 In a brief banter with the mediapersons, Raj Thackeray kept up the mystery, saying, I have no idea... I was only told to 'come'... I do not know of any meetings. MNS Chief Spokesperson Sandeep Deshpande confirmed the developments, saying that whatever Raj Thackeray will decide, it will be in the interest of the party and the state. Maharashtra minister and BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar said that if the MNS decided to join hands with the BJP, it would be in the interests of Hindutva, the state and the country. If the alliance is sealed, the MNS may be given one seat to contest from Mumbai, the Maharashtra capital where his cousin Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena faction enjoys strong influence. The political movements came barely hours after Chief Minister Eknath Shinde declared that the MahaYuti and the 18-year-old MNS are on the same page as far as Hindutva is concerned and an appropriate decision would be taken on including them in the NDA fold. Ruling ally Nationalist Congress Party Minister Chhagan Bhujbal diplomatically said the MNScurrently having one MLA and influence in certain pocketswould be welcomed if it joined the NDA-MahaYuti alliance. On the other hand, Nationalist Congress Party (SP) Working President Supriya Sule said that in case the MNS opts to join the opposition's INDIA bloc, it will be welcomed and accorded dignity, adding to the suspense over Raj Thackerays political manoeuvres. Raj Thackeray had parted ways with the Shiv Sena when it was undivided and led by his cousin. However, his MNS could not make much impact, even though he is seen as a powerful orator and enjoys a certain following. Last week, the MNS chief had hinted at contesting the LS polls. At the same time, he also emphasised the partys staunch Hindutva credentials and a committed cadre base, though there have been internal rumblings that the MNS has yet to taste 'real power' since its existence. His controversial comments against North Indians in the past had drawn sharp criticism from leaders from various political parties, including the BJP. (With inputs from PTI and IANS)
Maa Shakti is strength of the country, BJP leader Tarun Chugh on Rahul Gandhi's remark
Maa Shakti is strength of the country, BJP leader Tarun Chugh on Rahul Gandhi's remark Bharatiya Janata Party leader Tarun Chugh on Tuesday condemned Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's 'Shakti' remark and said that Maa Shakti is the strength of the country. Maa Shakti is the strength of the country...Since the beginning, we have been praying before her. Unfortunately, he is continuously insulting Maa Shakti, Sanatan Dharma, religion and central institutions, BJP leader Chugh told ANI. Congress MP Rahul Gandhi triggered a row by raising concerns about the operation of Electronic Voting Machines, to emphasize the Opposition's struggle against the might of the state. After Rahul Gandhi's 'Shakti' remark stirred controversy, the BJP leaders criticised him for his statement, whereas the Congress rallied behind the Wayanad MP and came in support of him. Rahul Gandhi, in his comments made on Sunday in Maharashtra, said, There is a word 'Shakti' (might) in Hinduism. We are fighting against a Shakti (might of the state). The question is, what is that Shakti and what does it entail for us? The soul and integrity of EVMs have been traded to the King (Modi). This is a fact. Not just EVMs but every autonomous institution of the country, be it the ED, CBI or Income Tax department, have traded their spines to the Centre. Meanwhile, clarifying his remark, Rahul Gandhi said that he was speaking about the power whose mask is none other than the Prime Minister. Modi ji does not like my words, he always tries to change their meaning by twisting them in some way or the other because he knows that I have spoken a deep truth. The power that I mentioned, the power that we are fighting, it's mask is none other than Modi ji, the Congress leader posted on X. Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hit back at Rahul Gandhi over his 'Shakti' remark and said that he is willing to sacrifice his life for 'Shakti'. The INDI alliance in their manifesto said that their fight is against 'Shakti'. For me, every mother, daughter and sister is a form of 'Shakti'. I worship them in the form of 'Shakti'. I am the worshiper of Bharat Mata...Their manifesto is to finish 'Shakti', and I accept the challenge...'Main jaan ki baazi laga dunga', PM Modi said. The elections for 543 Lok Sabha seats will be held from April 19 to June 1, with the counting of votes scheduled for June 4. (ANI)
Citizens fear for health amid turbid water supply by private tanker owners
Pune residents express concerns over poor-quality water from private tankers, leading to health risks. Calls for better monitoring and regulation enforcement to ensure safe drinking water supply.
Raj Thackeray meets Amit Shah Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Raj Thackeray met Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday in an indication that the BJP is looking to ally with him for the Lok Sabha polls to boost its alliance in the western state. Thackeray, who arrived here on Monday, was joined by BJP national general secretary Vinod Tawde when he met Shah. If the alliance is sealed, the MNS may be given one seat to contest from Mumbai, the Maharashtra capital where his cousin Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena faction enjoys some influence. Raj Thackeray had parted ways with the Shiv Sena, when it was undivided and led by his cousin. However, his MNS could not make much impact even though he is seen as a powerful orator and enjoys a certain following. His controversial comments against north Indians in the past had drawn sharp criticism from leaders from various political parties, including the BJP.
To Counter Uddhav Thackeray Factor, BJP's Pick Is His Estranged Cousin Raj
The BJP's push to maximise its Lok Sabha seats tally in Maharashtra is likely to resurrect Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) from political oblivion.
Despite having strong partners like the Shiv Sena and NCP, the BJP is reaching out to smaller regional parties like MNS ahead of Lok Sabha polls.
Misleading Patanjali ads: SC summons Baba Ramdev for contempt case hearing
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday summoned Yoga Guru Ramdev and Patanjali Ayurved MD Acharya Balkrishna to appear before it personally on the next date of hearing for not responding to the contempt notices. This is in connection with a false advertisement case against Patanjali Ayurved, media reported. Justices Hima Kohli and Ahsanuddin Amanullah [] The post Misleading Patanjali ads: SC summons Baba Ramdev for contempt case hearing appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
Buzz over MNS joining NDA-BJP camp, may contest LS polls
Mumbai: Political circles are abuzz over the possibility of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) joining the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and contesting the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. MNS President Raj Thackeray and his son Amit R. Thackeray, went to New Delhi to meet with the BJP top brass, including a likely meeting 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 .
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Lok Sabha elections: AAP not to contest in Maharashtra, to work for INDIA bloc candidates
4 Telangana-based Maoists killed in encounter in Gadchiroli
Four senior Telangana Maoist cadres, with a Rs 36 lakhs reward, were neutralized in Kolamarka forest, Maharashtra, attempting to disrupt polling. The operation led by Addnl SP Operations Yatish Deshmukh recovered weapons and identified the slain cadres.
RTI doesnt apply to public trust, edn institutes unless funded by Govt: HC
Nagpur: In a significant judgment, the Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Court ruled that the Right to Information Act (RTI) would not apply to public trusts and education institutions like schools and colleges, unless they receive substantial contributions from the government in the form of funds or land. A three-judge bench comprising Justice Avinash Gharote, [] The post RTI doesnt apply to public trust, edn institutes unless funded by Govt: HC appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
Young mans body found floating in Ambazari Lake
Nagpur: Body of a young man was found floating in Ambazari Lake on Sunday evening. The body was fished out and sent to Mayo Hospital for post-mortem. Identified as Pranay Prakash Chokhandare (30), the deceased was a resident of Sangam Society, Khadgaon Road, Wadi. Ambazari Police started investigation after registering an accidental death case. Teenage [] The post Young mans body found floating in Ambazari Lake appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
Shame!! GMCH study finds neighbours, kin involved in 89% pregnancy in Nagpurs unwed mothers
Nagpur: A recent study conducted by the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department of Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Nagpur, has uncovered startling revelations regarding pregnancies among unwed mothers. The findings shed light on the pervasive vulnerabilities faced by young women within their communities and households, compounded by a lack of access to comprehensive sexual health [] The post Shame!! GMCH study finds neighbours, kin involved in 89% pregnancy in Nagpurs unwed mothers appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
CPI-M Candidate List 2024: Check state-wise candidate name and constituency
Voting for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections 2024 will be held in seven phases beginning April 19 and ending June 1
International job racket busted after key agent arrested in Mumbai
Niraj Gelaram Sachdev caught in Mumbai for tricking youths with false IT jobs in Thailand, forcing cryptocurrency marketing. Victims sent to Myanmar. Bandra police, Mansoori, FIR, and Crime branch unit 9 handle the case.
Raj Thackeray's MNS To Join BJP-Led Alliance In Maharashtra? Here's What We Know So Far
PM Modi has paid little attention to Tamil Nadu: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh
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Four Naxalites killed in encounter with Police in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli
An AK-47 gun, a carbine, two country-made pistols, Naxal literature and other items were also recovered, the official said.
Shashi Tharoor slams CPI, says it is playing BJP`s game in Thiruvananthapuram
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Four Naxalites killed in 'encounter' with police in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli
GADCHIROLI: Four Naxalites, carrying a collective bounty of Rs 36 lakh, were killed in an encounter with police in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district on Tuesday, a senior official said. The police received information on Monday afternoon that some Naxalites had entered Gadchiroli from neighbouring Telangana by crossing the Pranhita river with an aim to carry out subversive activities amid the model code of conduct in place for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, Superintendent of Police Neelotpal said. Multiple teams of C-60, a specialised combat unit of the Gadchiroli police, and the Central Reserve Police Force's Quick Action team were sent for a search in the area. While one of the C-60 unit teams was conducting a search on Tuesday morning in the Kolamarka mountains near Repanpalli, Naxalites fired at them indiscriminately to which the security personnel retaliated, the official said. After the firing stopped, the area was searched and bodies of four male Naxalites were found, he said, adding that they were carrying a collective cash reward of Rs 36 lakh on their heads. An AK-47 gun, a carbine, two country-made pistols, Naxal literature and other items were also recovered, the official said. The deceased Naxalites have been identified as Vargeesh, Magtu, both secretaries of different Naxal comittees, and platoon members Kursang Raju and Kudimetta Venkatesh, the police said.
PMC Bank fraud: ED attaches assets worth Rs 43.84 crore
HYDERABAD: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) provisionally attached immovable properties, including the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th floors of Hotel One Continent on King Koti Road in Abids, amounting to Rs 43.84 crore in the bank loan fraud case of Punjab and Maharashtra Cooperative (PMC) Bank, under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. Based on an FIR registered against Joy Thomas, Waryam Singh (Directors of PMC Bank), Rakesh Kumar Wadhawan, Sarang Wadhawan, and other unknown individuals under various sections of the IPC, the ED initiated an investigation against Housing Development & Infrastructure Pvt Ltd (HDIL), its promoters and other co-accused/accomplices. They are alleged to have committed fraud, resulting in a loss of Rs 6,117.93 crore (principal Rs 2,540.92 crore and interest Rs 3,577.01 crore) to the PMC Bank. During the investigation, based on specific inputs and scrutiny of bank accounts of the HDIL Group, it was revealed that from 2006 to 2014, the promoters of HDIL had siphoned off proceeds of crime amounting to Rs 43.84 crore to entities in Hyderabad: My Palace Mutually Aided Cooperative Housing Society and Anish Construct. This transaction was carried out by Rakesh Wadhwan, portraying it as a legitimate business while keeping the PMC Bank unaware. On October 17, 2019, the main accused persons, Rakesh Kumar Wadhawan and his son Sarang Wadhawan, were arrested for their involvement in the offence and both are currently under judicial custody. So far, ED has attached assets worth Rs 719.11 crore in the case.
BRS MLAs ask Speaker to disqualify Danam
HYDERABAD: A delegation of BRS MLAs on Monday met Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar and urged him to disqualify Danam Nagender as a member of the Assembly. Nagender, who was elected to the Assembly on a BRS ticket, joined the Congress two days ago. BRS MLAs Padi Kaushik Reddy, Kaleru Venkatesh, Muta Gopal and Bandaru Laxma Reddy met Prasad Kumar at his residence in Hyderabad and submitted a petition seeking Nagenders disqualification. After the meeting, Kaushik Reddy told reporters that if the BRS opens its gates, the Congress will not survive. He asked Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to explain why he was encouraging defections. In the past, Revanth taunted Danam Nagender by saying he sold beedis in Punjagutta. Now will the chief minister make Nagender sell beedis again, the BRS MLA asked. Elsewhere, former MP B Vinod Kumar said that the Speaker had no option but to disqualify Nagender. He recalled that recently, the Supreme Court ordered the Maharashtra Speaker to take a decision on disqualification petitions within three months. He asked Prasad Kumar to take an early decision and respect the Constitution. Vinod Kumar recalled that the Anti-Defection Act was enacted in 1985 when the late Rajiv Gandhi was the Prime Minister. Congress leaders should not encourage defections if they have any respect for Rajiv Gandhi, he said.
In addition to the star-studded cast, 'Drona' also featured Indian martial arts including Kalaripayattu, Chhau, Gatka, and sword fighting. It was shot in multiple locations including Prague, Bikaner, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Namibia.
Maharashtra: Four Naxalites killed in encounter with police in Gadchiroli
The police received information on Monday afternoon that some Naxalites had entered Gadchiroli from neighbouring Telangana by crossing the Pranhita river
Four Naxal commanders killed in encounter in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli
Four Naxal commanders killed in encounter in Maharashtras Gadchiroli
Maharashtra Specifies Role of Government Nominees in Autonomous Colleges' Board
The government has issued a resolution outlining the roles of government nominees in autonomous colleges, marking the first explicit definition of their responsibilities. Nominees, typically educationists or government officers, are tasked with bridging the gap between institutions and the government. They must attend all board meetings, ensure budget alignment, and play a pivotal role in decision-making processes. The resolution underscores adherence to ethical standards and aims to enhance efficiency and feedback mechanisms within the education system.
Lok Sabha polls: TMC complaints to EC about PM Modi`s model code `violation`
TMC Rajya Sabha MP Derek O`Brien said a message by the PM highlighting his government`s programmes reached the electorate on March 16, after the model code of conduct came into force ahead of Lok Sabha elections 2024
Maharashtra BJPs Coalition Negotiations Stall Due To Three Seats: Reports
As the Lok Sabha elections approach and Maharashtra gears up for voting across five phases, the states ruling Mahayuti coalition has not yet reached a consensus on seat allocation. Three constituenciesBaramati, Madha, and Satarapresent challenges as uncertainty lingers over which alliance party will contest these seats. The post Maharashtra BJPs Coalition Negotiations Stall Due To Three Seats: Reports appeared first on HW News English .
Surgery to be Indias first canine kidney transplant
9-year-old Labrador Bruno from Pune needs dialysis for impaired renal function, with creatinine spike, enlarged heart, hip dysplasia, thyroid issues, kidney cysts, swollen pancreas. Potential canine kidney transplant with 40% success rate from University of California at Davis.
Raj Thackeray meets BJP leaders in Delhi, likely to join Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra
Raj Thackeray meets BJP leaders in Delhi likely to join Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra
4 Naxalites killed in encounter with police in Maharashtras Gadchiroli
Gadchiroli: Four Naxalites, carrying a collective bounty of Rs 36 lakh, were killed in an encounter with police in Maharashtras Gadchiroli district on Tuesday, a senior official said. The police received information on Monday afternoon that some Naxalites had entered Gadchiroli from neighbouring Telangana by crossing the Pranhita river with an aim to carry out 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 .
Maharashtra MHT CET 2024 correction window begins tomorrow, Here's easy step
Image Source : FILE Maharashtra MHT CET 2024 correction window opens tomorrow, March 19. MHT CET 2024 correction: State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra will start the online correction window ...
The Thane Police in Maharashtra have arrested a man from Thane district for allegedly strangulating his 27-year-old wife to death over the suspicion of infidelity, and burying her body in a ...
'Some think a pregnant woman doing standup is a gimmick'
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Congress Working Committee to meet today to approve manifesto for LS polls
Congress` Central Election Committee (CEC) chaired by party chief Mallikarjun Kharge is also likely to meet to finalise the remaining candidates of the party for the seven-phase polls beginning April 19
List of MVA candidates will be out in two to three days: Maharashtra Cong chief
Nana Patole also said the Congress has decided to field Vishal Patil from the Sangli parliamentary constituency
Delhi cops nab two MP-based arms suppliers, recover 20 semi-automatic pistols
NEW DELHI: The Special Cell of the Delhi Police has nabbed a 33-year-old man, along with his accomplice, who was supplying illegal weapons to gangsters and criminals in and around the national capital from Madhya Pradesh for more than 10 years, an official said on Monday. The accused were identified as Rahim a.k.a Beti, resident of Betul district in Madhya Pradesh and Vishal Solav a.k.a Atul, 26 years of age, resident of Amravati district, Maharashtra. The official said that while conducting searches against the two accused, 20 semi-automatic pistols were recovered, which were manufactured at Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh and were being delivered to the buyers in the national capital at the price of around `30,000 per piece. A tip off was received through a source on March 14, that in the morning hours, two key members of the interstate illegal gun supply cartel namely Rahim and Vishal would come near Burari Chowk on Outer Ring Road in Delhi to deliver a large consignment of illegal fire arms to one Asif, a resident of Shahdara, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Special Cell) Manoj C said. Accordingly, the police laid a trap and the accused persons were apprehended, the senior official added. On interrogation, Rahim told police that he has been asociated with this illegal trade of supplying firearms and ammunitions for more than 10 years, and he, along with co-accused Vishal used to procure illegal pistols from one Shiekh Azam of Baitul in Madhya Pradesh and would further supply the same to Delhi, MP and Maharashtra-based criminals. Sheikh Azam used to pay them Rs 10,000-20,000 per consignment. Rahim further disclosed that Azam used to procure illegal weapons from MP based manufacturers of illegal firearms and supply the same in various parts of country including Delhi for many years. Ten years in the trade Under interrogation, the accused Rahim said he has been asociated with this illegal firearms and ammunitions trade for more than 10 years. He, and co-accused Vishal would procure illegal arms from one Shiekh Azam of Baitul, MP and would further supply the same to Delhi, MP and Maharashtra-based criminals.
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Indian Navy`s Remotely Piloted Aircraft crashes during routine training sortie
Responding swiftly, a specialist team was dispatched to the site to ensure the crashed RPA is rendered safe, the Indian Navy said in a statement
Judge denies Donald Trump`s request to exclude testimony from Stormy Daniels
The judge, Juan Merchan, said he would adjourn the trial date for 30 days, adding that a hearing will be held on March 25 to discuss the schedule and the new documents, The Hill reported
North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un supervised tests of artillery systems
The KCNA said North Korean troops following the salvo launches also conducted a separate test that simulated a midair explosion of an artillery shell at a pre-set altitude
Delhi world`s most polluted capital city again: Report
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Vladimir Putin gets 5th term as Russian president
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Israel launches another raid at Shifa Hospital
Says Hamas has regrouped at Gazas main hospital