State – Page 28 – SD NEWS agency

Mumbai Sees Political Stir as Raj Thackeray Meets Deputy CM Eknath Shinde

18Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

Maharashtra, State

Mumbai Sees Political Stir as Raj Thackeray Meets Deputy CM Eknath Shinde

Mumbai, Maharashtra: In a significant political development following the Mumbai civic elections, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray met Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday. The meeting, held at Shinde’s official residence ‘Nandanvan’, lasted for a considerable time and has sparked speculation in political circles across the state. Background of the Meeting During the recent Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation elections, MNS supported the faction of Shiv Sena led by Raj Thackeray’s cousin, Uddhav Thackeray. However, the alliance could not secure power in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), where the Shinde-led Shiv Sena, with support from the BJP, won 118 seats, surpassing the required 114-seat majority. First Face-to-Face After Elections...

Indore MBA Girl Murder Case: Accused Piyush Evades Questions, Writes “I Want to Die” on Paper

18Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

Madhya Pradesh, State

Indore MBA Girl Murder Case: Accused Piyush Evades Questions, Writes “I Want to Die” on Paper

Indore, Madhya Pradesh: In the shocking murder case of an MBA student in Indore, the accused, Piyush Dhanotia, was brought to the crime scene for police reconstruction. When questioned by journalists about the motive, Piyush reportedly laughed and said, “Leave it, yaar. What will you achieve by knowing the reason? Just leave it, whatever happened has happened.” Refuses to Reveal Motive Piyush declined to explain why he committed the crime. When asked if he regretted his actions, he gave a faint smile and said he would respond in due time. During the scene reconstruction, he remained unusually calm. Police noted that his behavior during questioning was strange, and immediately after the crime, he had expressed a desire to communicate with the victim’s spirit. Suicidal Thoughts Reve...

Gwalior Municipal Corporation Faces Severe Financial Crunch, Resorting to Bank Loan to Pay Salaries

18Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

Madhya Pradesh, State

Gwalior Municipal Corporation Faces Severe Financial Crunch, Resorting to Bank Loan to Pay Salaries

Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh: The Gwalior Municipal Corporation (GMC) is grappling with a serious financial crisis, forcing it to borrow from a bank to pay staff salaries and pensions. To cover expenses, the corporation has taken a ₹15 crore overdraft against its ₹20 crore fixed deposit, highlighting the gravity of its cash flow problems. Escalating Financial Strain During a recent Mayor-in-Council (MIC) meeting chaired by Mayor Dr. Shobha Sikarwar, the worsening financial condition of the corporation was discussed, and the decision to take the overdraft at a nominal interest rate of 0.25% was approved. GMC typically disburses around ₹18 crore each month as salaries and pensions to its employees. Due to the fund shortage, the corporation has struggled to transfer these payments on time, r...

Ex-BJP Parasia Municipal Chairperson Arrested Amid Allegations of Harassment, Unauthorized Call Recording, and Commission Demand

18Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

Madhya Pradesh, State

Ex-BJP Parasia Municipal Chairperson Arrested Amid Allegations of Harassment, Unauthorized Call Recording, and Commission Demand

Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh: In a case that has sent ripples through local politics, Vinod Malviya, former chairperson of the Parasia Municipal Council and recently expelled from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), was arrested late last night by Chandameta police. Malviya faces multiple allegations, including harassment of women, unauthorized recording of private conversations, and demanding commissions from contractors. Allegations of Misconduct and Privacy Violations Police sources stated that complaints were lodged against Malviya for inappropriate behavior toward women and recording their private conversations without consent. Following the complaints, investigations were initiated, and technical evidence was collected under the Information Technology Act provisions. Due to the sen...

Delhi Court Issues Ultimatum to MCD DC Over Ignored Orders

18Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

DELHI (national capital territory), State

Delhi Court Issues Ultimatum to MCD DC Over Ignored Orders

New Delhi: A civil court in Delhi has taken a strict stance against officials of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) for allegedly ignoring court orders. Senior Civil Judge Animesh Bhaskar Mani Tripathi of Saket Court has issued a notice to the Deputy Commissioner (DC) of MCD, demanding an explanation at the next hearing. The court warned that if a proper status report is not submitted by the next date, the DC will be required to appear personally in court. Case Background:The case pertains to a property dispute. On 2 December 2025, the court had ordered written explanations from the Executive Engineer (EE), Assistant Engineer (AE), and Junior Engineer (JE) regarding the disputed property. Submission of these explanations through the MCD DC was mandatory. Violation of Court Orde...

Crime Branch Busts Family-Run Heroin Trafficking Syndicate in Delhi

18Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

DELHI (national capital territory), State

Crime Branch Busts Family-Run Heroin Trafficking Syndicate in Delhi

New Delhi: The Anti-Narcotics Task Force of Delhi Police’s Crime Branch has successfully uncovered a major interstate drug trafficking syndicate. Three people, including a husband-wife duo and a receiver, have been arrested in connection with the operation. Authorities seized 1,504 grams of heroin, with an estimated international market value of approximately ₹7.5 crore. The Concealment Tactic:Police revealed that the traffickers used an unusual method to avoid detection. Arif Khan (36) and his wife Shikha Ali (30) frequently traveled in a Wagon-R taxi, posing as an ordinary family to avoid suspicion. The couple transported consignments from Bareilly under the cover of night and distributed them across Delhi-NCR. How the Arrest Was Made:Acting on a tip-off, the Crime Branch laid a tr...

18Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

DELHI (national capital territory), State

Bobby Kabutar Arrested: Key Associate of Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Nabbed in Multiple High-Profile Cases

New Delhi: Delhi Police’s Special Cell has arrested Mahfuz, also known as Bobby Kabutar, a notorious gangster who had been evading law enforcement for several years. He was wanted in multiple serious criminal cases, including murder and attempted murder, with a criminal network spanning Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Punjab. Bobby Kabutar, a prominent figure in North Delhi’s underworld, was involved in several high-profile cases. Investigations revealed that he conducted reconnaissance prior to the murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala and provided firearms in the firing incident at Bollywood actress Disha Patani’s residence. His name also emerged in the Nadeem Brothers murder case. Role in Sidhu Moosewala Murder:Police investigations indicate that Bobby Kabutar carried out extensive s...

Bihar Government Cracks Down on Defaulter PACS, Crores Recovered After FIR

18Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

Bihar, State

Bihar Government Cracks Down on Defaulter PACS, Crores Recovered After FIR

Sitamarhi, Bihar: The Bihar government has intensified action against defaulter PACS (Primary Agricultural Credit Societies) chairpersons, recovering large sums of unpaid loans. In Sitamarhi district alone, action has been taken against 33 PACS chairpersons who allegedly defaulted on more than ₹10 crore in loans. No Relief for Defaulters The state government has made it clear that no leniency will be granted to PACS declared as defaulters. Despite repeated warnings, these PACS chairpersons failed to repay loans taken from cooperative banks. The Bihar Cooperative Department has issued directives to take action against all such defaulters across the state. Decade-Old Defaults Trigger Action Loans are provided to PACS for procurement of paddy and wheat from cooperative banks. Arou...

Panic at Umaria School: Students Dance Uncontrollably, Villagers Alarmed

18Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

Madhya Pradesh, State

Panic at Umaria School: Students Dance Uncontrollably, Villagers Alarmed

Umaria, Madhya Pradesh: Panic broke out at Kalda High School in Umaria district when about 11 students suddenly began exhibiting unusual behavior. Parents believed the incidents were caused by a “supernatural influence” and sought ritual cleansing at a local temple, while the Education Department has called a team of doctors to investigate the matter. The strange events began three days ago when two students reportedly started acting erratically in class, dancing outside the classroom with their hair let loose. The school administration was shocked and immediately informed the parents. Family members took the students to the temple, where a local priest performed ritual cleansing, reportedly restoring them to normal. Situation Persists Despite Interventions Despite initial interve...

Bihar IAS Officer Nilesh Ramchandra Deore Flies Chartered Plane: Caste Twist Adds Political Fire

18Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

Bihar, State

Bihar IAS Officer Nilesh Ramchandra Deore Flies Chartered Plane: Caste Twist Adds Political Fire

Patna: Senior IAS officer of the Bihar cadre, Nilesh Ramchandra Deore, has come under the spotlight after traveling with his family on a chartered flight, sparking a political controversy. The opposition has raised questions about the use of public funds, while the debate has recently taken a caste-based turn. Opposition parties, including the RJD and Congress, questioned how an IAS officer could afford a chartered flight for his family and who bore the expenses. The trip, which took place in June 2025 from New Delhi to Patna, involved four passengers—the officer and his family. The Bihar government, led by JD(U)-BJP, defended Deore, stating that the plane was already returning to Patna with empty seats. The officer simply made use of available seats, and there was no misuse of resou...