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Sharad Pawar Refutes Claims of Congress’s Collapse After Bihar Polls

17Nov

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Sharad Pawar Refutes Claims of Congress’s Collapse After Bihar Polls

Mumbai: Following the Bihar Assembly election results, where the JD(U)-BJP-led NDA registered a landslide victory, speculation about the future of Congress has intensified. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had predicted that Congress would soon break apart, calling it a “Muslim League-Maoist party.” In response, NCP chief and Maharashtra veteran leader Sharad Pawar issued a strong rebuttal, asserting that Congress is far from finished and will rise again. Pawar’s Take on Congress’s Resilience Speaking in Solapur amid the local body election atmosphere, Pawar said, “The Congress I understand is not the Congress that will vanish; it will re-emerge. Since it is a party that adheres to the ideals of the Gandhi-Nehru legacy, it will reach new heights once again.” He drew historical paralle...

Bombay High Court Quashes Case Against Bar Customer; Says Watching Dance Is Not a Crime

17Nov

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Bombay High Court Quashes Case Against Bar Customer; Says Watching Dance Is Not a Crime

In a significant ruling that redefines the limits of criminal liability in dance bar cases, the Bombay High Court has set aside charges against a Mumbai resident who was arrested during a police raid at a bar in May 2024. The court held that merely being present at a bar where dancers are performing does not make a person a criminal. Court: Mere Presence in Bar Does Not Imply Illegality Justice N.J. Jamadar of the Bombay High Court quashed the chargesheet filed against a Chembur resident who was among several people arrested during a raid at Surabhi Palace Bar and Restaurant on the night of 4–5 May 2024.The police had claimed that women dancers were performing obscene dances at the venue. However, the court noted that the accused was only present at the bar and no material indicat...

17Nov

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Furore Over High-Profile Liquor Party at Mumbai’s Historic Bandra Fort; CM Fadnavis Orders Probe

Mumbai’s 400-year-old Bandra Fort, a renowned heritage site overlooking the Arabian Sea, has become the center of a major political storm after a high-profile liquor party was allegedly hosted on its premises. With elections around the corner in Maharashtra, the incident has triggered sharp reactions from the opposition, prompting Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to order immediate action. Political Uproar After Video Goes Viral The controversy erupted when Uddhav Thackeray faction leader Akhil Chitre shared a video on his social media account, claiming that a liquor party had been organised at the heritage monument with full arrangements, including counters for serving alcohol. The video also showed the presence of women at the event. Chitre accused the state government and the B...

Bihar Polls: Ajit Pawar’s NCP Faces Humiliating Defeat, 13 of 15 Candidates Lose Deposits

15Nov

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Bihar Polls: Ajit Pawar’s NCP Faces Humiliating Defeat, 13 of 15 Candidates Lose Deposits

Mumbai: In the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, Ajit Pawar’s Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) suffered a severe setback after contesting separately from the NDA. Out of 15 candidates fielded by the NCP, 13 lost their deposits, reflecting the party’s dismal performance in the state. Overall, the party managed to secure only around 0.02% of the votes, making it difficult for NCP to retain its national party status. Several NCP candidates failed to even cross the 1,000-vote mark. For instance, Ashutosh Singh in Sasaram received only 212 votes, while NOTA secured 369 votes. Jay Prakash in Nautan managed just 186 votes, Saif Ali Khan in Manihari received 2,057 votes, Bipin Singh in Parsa got 435 votes, Akhilesh Thakur in Mahua polled 643 votes, and Anil Singh in Raghopur managed 602 votes. ...

Over 1 Crore Women at Risk of Losing Benefits Under Maharashtra’s ‘Ladli Bahen’ Scheme Amid e-KYC Deadline

15Nov

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Over 1 Crore Women at Risk of Losing Benefits Under Maharashtra’s ‘Ladli Bahen’ Scheme Amid e-KYC Deadline

Mumbai: Ahead of Maharashtra’s local body elections, the state government’s flagship ‘Ladli Bahen’ scheme faces a major compliance challenge, with over 1 crore beneficiaries yet to complete their e-KYC (electronic Know Your Customer) verification. The deadline for completion is 18 November. According to a senior official from the Women and Child Development Department, the scheme currently has around 2.35 crore registered beneficiaries, of which only 1.3 crore women have updated their e-KYC details. Officials have indicated that the deadline may be extended if needed. Background and ChallengesInitially, around 2.5 crore women were registered under the scheme. However, many names were removed following allegations of fraudulent claims, prompting the launch of the e-KYC process. While ...

Twin Cable Bridge: Mumbai’s First Twin Cable-Stayed Flyover Under Construction; Six-Lane Marvel to Ease Traffic by 2028

13Nov

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Twin Cable Bridge: Mumbai’s First Twin Cable-Stayed Flyover Under Construction; Six-Lane Marvel to Ease Traffic by 2028

Mumbai: In a major leap for Mumbai’s infrastructure, construction of the city’s first twin cable-stayed flyover has gained momentum. Approximately 35% of the work has been completed, with rapid progress underway. The new bridge is expected to significantly reduce traffic congestion in the Dadar area and make commuting smoother. Replacing the Century-Old Tilak FlyoverThe bridge is being built to replace the 100-year-old Tilak Flyover, connecting East and West Dadar. The old flyover will be dismantled only after the new bridge is fully operational, ensuring that traffic flow remains uninterrupted. Current traffic congestion in the area has become a serious concern, and this new structure is expected to alleviate it considerably. Construction TimelineThe 600-meter-long, six-lane flyover...

Navi Mumbai Police Arrest Professional Thief Who Traveled 2,000 km to Commit Burglaries

12Nov

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Navi Mumbai Police Arrest Professional Thief Who Traveled 2,000 km to Commit Burglaries

Mumbai, Maharashtra: Navi Mumbai police have arrested a seasoned thief who carried out 33 burglaries across Navi Mumbai and Thane, traveling over 2,000 kilometers to commit his crimes. The arrest has left police officials astonished due to the thief’s unusual modus operandi. Thief Traveled by Air to Commit CrimesThe accused, Moinul Abdul Malik Islam from Hojai, Assam, reportedly traveled to Mumbai by airplane, stayed in budget accommodations, and carefully identified residential targets. After committing the burglaries, he would disguise himself as a jeweler to sell the stolen gold and silver locally, convert it into cash, and return to Assam. Loot Worth Over ₹12 Lakh RecoveredDuring the arrest, police recovered jewelry worth ₹12.57 lakh from Moinul Abdul Malik Islam. According to Ne...

Al-Qaeda Links Unearthed: Maharashtra ATS Raids Urdu Teacher’s House in Kurla, Seizes Gadgets and DocumentsCurated by

12Nov

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Al-Qaeda Links Unearthed: Maharashtra ATS Raids Urdu Teacher’s House in Kurla, Seizes Gadgets and DocumentsCurated by

Mumbai: Maharashtra’s Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has uncovered fresh links to Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS) following the arrest of a software engineer from Pune last week. Acting on leads from that case, ATS officers conducted a raid on Wednesday at the residence of Ibrahim Abidi, an Urdu teacher in the Mumbra-Kausa area of Thane district. According to officials, Abidi had suspected connections with AQIS and was allegedly involved in radicalizing young white-collar individuals through online and offline religious sessions. He lived in a rented apartment in Mumbra and taught Urdu every Sunday at a mosque in Kurla. During the raid, the ATS seized several electronic devices and suspicious documents, which have now been sent for forensic analysis to trace any digital links ...

High Alert in Mumbai After Major Blast Near Delhi’s Red Fort

11Nov

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High Alert in Mumbai After Major Blast Near Delhi’s Red Fort

Nine Dead, Over Two Dozen Injured; Security Tightened Across Maharashtra New Delhi / Mumbai: A massive explosion near Delhi’s historic Red Fort has triggered a high alert across Mumbai and the state of Maharashtra. The blast occurred outside Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station, in the parking area, leaving a trail of destruction and panic. According to initial reports, at least 10 people have been killed and over 24 others injured in the explosion. Several vehicles parked near the site were completely destroyed, and eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos, shattered glass, and debris scattered across the area. Blast Linked to Terror Network? The exact cause of the explosion remains under investigation. However, earlier in the day, Faridabad Police arrested several suspected...

Parth Pawar Faces Setback in Controversial Land Deal; Registrar Orders Rs 21 Crore Stamp Duty Payment to Cancel Deal

8Nov

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Parth Pawar Faces Setback in Controversial Land Deal; Registrar Orders Rs 21 Crore Stamp Duty Payment to Cancel Deal

Pune, Maharashtra: The land deal involving Parth Pawar, son of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, has hit a major roadblock. The Registrar Office has issued a notice to Amadea Enterprises LLP, the company in which Parth Pawar holds a 99% stake, demanding Rs 21 crore in stamp duty and penalties to officially cancel the 40-acre government land deal. The company had purchased the land, valued at Rs 1,800 crore, for just Rs 300 crore, sparking allegations of irregularities. Two FIRs have already been filed in connection with the case, naming partners Digvijay Patil and Sheetal Tejwani. Land Reserved for DalitsThe disputed 40-acre land is part of the Dalit-reserved ‘Mahar Vatan’ scheme. Originally leased to the Botanical Survey of India in 1959 for 15 years, the lease was exten...