Kolte-Patil Developers buys 7.5-acre land in Pune to build housing project worth Rs 1,400 crore
Kolte-Patil Developers has acquired a 7.5-acre land parcel in Bhugaon, Pune. The company plans to develop a housing project on this land. The project is estimated to have a saleable area of 1.9 million square feet. Its gross development value is expected to be around Rs 1,400 crore. This acquisition marks a significant expansion for the Pune-based real estate firm.
Police told to take strict action against lawbreakers: Ajit Pawar on row over gangster Ghaywal
I have given clear instructions to the Pune Police Commissioner to take the strongest action against those who try to violate the rules and take the law into their own hands, says Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar
Pune Metro struggles to maintain hygiene amid tobacco violations
Commuters turn the clean, modern Metro into a spittoon despite repeated warnings; authorities now warn of strict action
Mumbai: Citizens suffer as app cabs go off the roads
Citizens were inconvenienced at Mumbai and Pune airports and many had to wait back in the airport area
Shiv Sena (UBT) demands to sack Mahayuti Minister over granting weapon licence to criminals brother
Yogesh Kadam allegedly overruled a police report to grant a gun licence to Sachin Ghaywal, the brother of notorious Pune gangster Nilesh Ghaywal
Royal Enfield expands online retail presence; entire 350cc range available on Amazon India
NEW DELHI, Oct 9: Mid-size motorcycle maker Royal Enfield on Thursday said its entire 350cc range can be bought online as part of its collaboration with Amazon India. The purchase option is currently available for customers in five major cities: Ahmedabad, Chennai, Hyderabad, New Delhi and Pune, the company said in a statement. Classic 350, Bullet 350, Hunter 350, Goan Classic 350 and the new Meteor 350 will be available through a dedicated Royal Enfield brand store on [] The post Royal Enfield expands online retail presence; entire 350cc range available on Amazon India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Firefly Diamonds is a modern lab-grown diamond jewellery brand built on a 60-year legacy of craftsmanship. With a focus on sustainability, custom design, and everyday luxury, Firefly offers 100% real, certified diamonds powered by renewable energy, both online and across its stores in Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. Extending its sustainability-first ethos, Firefly plants a tree in the name of every customer, creating a lasting environmental legacy tied to each jewellery purchase.
Villoo C. Poonawalla Pune Derby to be run on October 12
Maharashtra ATS and Pune police conducted coordinated raids on Thursday across Kondhwa, Khadak, Khadki, Wanwadi, and Bhosari in the ongoing Pune ISIS module case. Searches targeted residences and offices of 19 suspects linked to radicalisation, recruitment, and explosive device fabrication.
Maharashtra FDA intensifies inspections and sample collections of cough syrups across Pune district following child deaths linked to contaminated products in other states. Investigations are underway after toxic chemical traces were detected in some cough syrups, leading to seizures and arrests of manufacturers.
PVR INOX has launched India's first dine-in cinema at M5 ECity Mall, Bengaluru, letting moviegoers enjoy chef-prepared meals while watching films, along with state-of-the-art sound and 4K Laser projection.
ISIS module probe: ATS searches multiple locations in Pune over suspected radicalisation
Maharashtra ATS is conducting extensive searches across Pune, targeting 19 individuals suspected of radicalization linked to an ISIS module case from 2023. Intelligence reports of adicalised people prompted the late-night operations in several city areas. ATS sleuths are actively questioning the suspects as verification is underway, with the possibility of expanding the scope of these investigations.
Online, and very much on point
Social media is often painted in unflattering hues as a distraction, a vanity fair, or even a necessary evil that eats into time, focus, and mental peace. Doomscrolling, performative perfection, the endless chase for likes they are scorned at for pulling the young away from purpose. Yet, a growing number of students are flipping that narrative. For them, social media isnt merely a pastime but a tool to learn, connect, stay informed, and build networks that could shape their futures. Take the case of Plus-I student Vrithi K, who aspires to become a psychologist. In an age when AI is taking over everything, I feel psychology will be a good stream to focus on, she says. I follow some interesting handles on Instagram, such as that of Psychology Today. Besides what I learn at school, through social media I get to know about various sub-streams, must-read books by global experts, debates and discussions, etc. As guided by my parents and teachers, I am careful not to get carried away by whatever I see there. For Plus-II student James Joshua, it was his brothers wise counsel that changed his approach to social media. I was a normal teen of my times, hooked to platforms such as Instagram and Facebook just for fun. My brother once told me I need to also work to keep the fun I have now going. He suggested I get into a space where there are serious discussions and networking, says James. I am keen to do the integrated management course from IIM after Class 12. Hence, I look out for courses that can add to my credentials. I also interact with seniors who are already on the track about preparation. I also post whatever activity that could add to my profile, along with articles I read on topics of interest. Seventeener Melvin Biju John, meanwhile, is a YouTube fan. I enjoy watching PUBG videos, he chuckles. Fun aside, he uses the platform along with Instagram, Pinterest and Reddit to explore robotics and electrical DIY projects. I follow a lot of European and American handles. An Indian account that I learn a lot from is TheWrench. I want to pursue a career in robotics. I follow music handles, too, as I love singing. Children, even as young as high-schooler Azaan Adil, are now using social media to nurture their interests with permission from parents, of course. I mainly watch content related to football. Then, I watch technology, especially robotics. I want to become an engineer when I grow up, he says. Even at a more serious level, there is a growing tribe of those who use social media to link up with experts and influencers in the field of their liking, says Jyotiraditya T, an aerospace engineering graduate from IIST in Thiruvananthapuram. For example, several students of IIST who communicate with space scientists, professors, and even Nasa and Isro, he says. The scale of networking it offers is social medias brightside. It all boils down to how one uses the platforms. While Instagram and YouTube remain the favourite among the 13 to 24 age group, a formal platform witnessing a quiet transformation is LinkedIn. It has for long been viewed as a space for professionals, job-hunters, and career climbers rather than the peppy young. That notion, however, is changing fast. India now ranks second among LinkedIn users, at 150 million next only to the US according to early 2025 data from the platforms own advertising records. Over 55 per cent of these users fall in the 2534 age bracket. Those aged 18 to 24 now make up over 25 per cent. Notably, in India, a growing number of Gen Zs are signing up as soon as they turn 16, the platforms minimum permissible age. Professional coach Praveen Kamalamma says the shift can be attributed to greater exposure to career awareness. As in the case of Maidhili N M, who is headed to Pune for a design course. She says it was trainers at some workshops at her school who encouraged her to create a LinkedIn account. We were told that it was ideal for networking and promoting our work, she says. Praveen notes the peer influence factor as well. For instance, there are students now opening or associating with startups. Many of them are celebrated on social media, he says. This could be motivating for others. There is a visible shift in approach even on casual platforms such as Instagram and Facebook. I would not say all are that way. But there is an increasing number of teens who are getting serious about what they want to do in life and how they want to do it. Internship and scholarship opportunities are another draw. I opened an account recently, as the Shraman Fellowship I was applying to needed a LinkedIn profile. I guess its easier for both parties to communicate this way, says Dwaipayan S, a first-year college student. Swizzle Shweta, an aspiring data scientist, took to LinkedIn while still in school. Now a college fresher, she actively follows developments in the data world and keeps an eye on how conversations and work are evolving. Things are moving so fast, and I did not want to be left behind. And I wasnt one of a kind. At least 85 per cent of my school friends had a LinkedIn profile. We wanted to know whats happening in the professional world, how entrepreneurs are, whats happening in the job market, she says. We use Instagram accounts for exploring and experimenting with design and AI, etc. But our LinkedIn accounts are kept professionally sacrosanct. Joy Mitra, dean of academics at IISER, Thiruvananthapuram, believes the trend signals a healthy, purposeful mindset among todays youth. At least a section of it. When we were growing up, we never asked for the purpose of things we did. But now, youngsters question everything. This may have its negatives, but I see its positive side as having a focused approach to what they want to do, he adds. Their understanding and engagement with social media should also be viewed in the same light. They are purposeful. They look for chances on how to take that purpose forward and capitalise on them. For such students, their social media profiles are like baby steps into the world of professionalism. (With inputs from Supriya) Students, Take Note Take care not to mix social and professional content. Avoid using absurd Gen Z lingo. Do not to go too personal. Sharing personal anecdotes related to growth and learning is a welcome, but disclosing sensitive info, launching into personal tirades, and being partisan should be avoided. Watch out for scammers, phishing attacks, data breaches. Take care to share content carefully and comment carefully too, as a digital footprint is harder to erase and could leave a lasting first impression. Do not ignore old-school groundwork. Use social media platforms as add-ons.
Hyderabad Police Deports Nigerian from RGIA
The Nigerian national used to procure ganja from Pune and Mumbai and sell it to consumers in Hyderabad at higher prices to earn easy money and live a lavish lifestyle: Police
Maarigallu: Zee5, PRK Productions Honor Puneeth Rajkumars Legacy With a Powerful Teaser
The series features a stellar ensemble cast, with Rangayana Raghu, Gopal Krishna Deshpande, and Praveen Tej making their web series debuts in Maarigallu.
Ram Charan Has Undergone a Makeover for Peddi: Source
The unit is currently preparing to shoot a grand song sequence in Pune.
Parvathy remembers Puneeth Rajkumar: 'Absolute gem'
Actress Parvathy fondly remembers the late Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar, with whom she shared the screen in two films. She highlighted his warmth, gentleness, and ability to create a comfortable atmosphere on set. Parvathy recalled his punctuality and how he made her feel at ease, even assisting with her Kannada dialogues.
Porsche car crash case exposed systemic corruption: Pune Police Commissioner
It also demonstrated how the police, working within the same system, managed to uncover the entire nexus behind the replacement of the juveniles blood samples with those of his mother, says Amitesh Kumar, Police Commissioner
Peddi: Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor set to shoot grand song in Pune
Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor will begin next schedule of Peddi in Pune. Sources say that post-production work is also happening simultaneously. The team is working relentlessly to keep the project on track as per the schedule
Beyond Silicon Valley: Global corporations expand GCC footprint in India
Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, and Pune are the top GCC hubs in the country, while cities like Coimbatore, Ahmedabad, and Thiruvananthapuram are emerging destinations.
Retail leasing jumps 45% in September quarter across top eight cities
Retail space leasing in eight major Indian cities saw a significant 45% jump in the July-September quarter. This growth was fueled by improved retailer demand and the availability of fresh retail spaces. Cities like Mumbai, Pune, and Delhi-NCR experienced substantial increases in leasing volumes. This trend indicates a positive movement in India's retail sector, with consumers seeking enhanced shopping experiences.
Eight students injured as mini truck hits school bus in Pune
The incident occurred near Sortapwadi on the outskirts of Pune around 2 pm when the driver of the school bus applied emergency brakes as a two-wheeler suddenly came into its way, police said
Dhamaka writer Puneet Sharma set to turn director with a thriller
Puneet Sharma, poet, writer, and lyricist of Dhamaka (2022), is turning director with a low-budget thriller, driven by his passion for unique stories. He will continue writing songs and scripts commissioned to him
In Mega Connectivity Boost, PM to Inaugurate Navi Mumbai Airport Today
The state-of-the-art Navi Mumbai International Airport will be opened by Prime Minster Narendra Modi today. The airport is expected to boost trade and tourism for Mumbai, Pune and the Konkan area.
Now in Bengaluru: lectures in bars
Sometime last year, a viral video shows New Yorkers enjoying a pint of bear in a laid back bar, and unlike the typical buzz of several conversations happening at once or scattered laughter, all eyes were on a presentation a lecture by a local universitys professor. Now, this off-beat experience has come to Indias pub capital, through the efforts of Cubbon Reads founders Harsh Snehanshu and Shruti Sah with software engineer Meghna Chaudhary. Bengalureans were already warmed up to the concept because of reels. There was an existing need for it with people wondering why we didnt already have this, explains Sah. The team has hosted events each Sunday since August, all focussed on topics with a catchy ring to them. They include Too Hot to Handle: Indias Growing Climate Crisis, Much Ado About Drawing, Deja Oops: Why Neuroscience Says Your Memory Cant be Trusted, and Off-Roading on an Alien World, a lecture by a former NASA engineer. The idea is to pick niche and interdisciplinary subjects that people wouldnt encounter on their own. Sah explains, Weve had a bat researcher and professor at NCBS speak, one was on memories that textiles carry and another was on how growing heat crisis is impacting Indians through someone who creates heat maps. So far, the audience has drawn a crowd of people mainly in their mid-20s to 30s with a few older people in attendance too those who have left college behind but long for intellectual stimulation. We are realising that Bengaluru is intellectually curious, leading to fascinating conversations, says Snehanshu. Lecturers, he says, are leaving pleasantly surprised by their audience. They were surprised that the audience is so engrossed and intelligent, because the follow up questions that come are really intriguing. We also realised that conferences dont pay but weve been able to give back to academicians and experts for their research while bringing it to the masses. Participant asks a question With the concept buzzing online, the duo has started chapters in other cities. People are noticing this happening in Bengaluru and want the same in their cities. So now we have active chapters in Delhi and Mumbai with upcoming ones in Goa, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, and Kolkata. The early evening timing too is intentional as Snehanshu mentions, Generally, its the first drink of the day for most people and they will be sober enough to understand the lecture. If youre a teetotaller, non-alcoholic beverages are served too. Tickets range from 500 to 1,300 based on how early the booking is made. (More details: @pintofview.club on Instagram)
Bavuma Wants To Take Tips From Kane Williamson On How To Beat India In India
The Black Caps: As they get ready for a multi-format tour of India, which includes two Test matches, South Africa captain Temba Bavuma will be taking inspiration from New Zealand's clean sweep against India in October-November 2024. The Black Caps won the first Test in Bengaluru by eight wickets, the second in Pune by 113 runs, and completed the whitewash the first ever by any team in India in decades with a 25-run win at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Though South Africa will be playing only two Tests in India, Bavuma hoped that they would be able to win both the matches and script a clean sweep of their own. Bavuma, who spearheaded South Africa to the World Test Champions title, said he will be talking to New Zealand captain Kane Williamson to pick his mind for tips on how to beat India at home. Touring India is never an easy one. So, looking at the way, New Zealand approached its business, I think it was inspiring in many ways. A lot of touring teams, a lot of away teams come to India and haven't been successful, said Bavuma in an interaction. And that's the biggest of cricketing nations. I heard Kane Williamson is going to be here. So, I'll definitely be asking him for tips on how they went about it, said the South Africa skipper. Bavuma said before that South Africa will take on Pakistan in a Test series, and he would like to focus on that to build the momentum for the India tour. But look, that's going to be another big series for us. The boys will be going to Pakistan. So they'll deal with that challenge. And straight after that, it's India. And I think, like I said, for the guys who've been to India, we know how tough it is. But I think like any series, like any game, the opportunities are there, you know. So we'll definitely, from an ambition point of view, want to be coming out on top. But we know that we'll need to play the best cricket. And obviously, India now, Shubman Gill, he's taken over the reins within the test staff, and I think the ODI staff. Bavuma talked about the role of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in making it into the strong outfit that it is now. So I think it's exciting. You know, he's a fantastic player. He's an exciting player. And it seems as if the new era has kicked in, if I could say so. I think guys like Rohit, before him, Kohli, they've done their job. You know, they put India really on the top, and they've made India a team to really be feared. So I don't think it takes anything away from what they have done for Indian cricket. I think it's just the way the game goes. You know, at some point, the sun stops shining on you, if I could say. He is also excited about playing against the young players on both sides. So I don't think it takes anything away from what they have done for Indian cricket. I think it's just the way the game goes. You know, at some point, the sun stops shining on you, if I could say. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score But I'm sure India will continue being one of the top teams in the world, said Bavuma. Article Source: IANS
Prithvi Shaw Gets Into An Ugly Confrontation With Players From His Former Team, Mumbai
Mumbai Ranji Trophy: A practice match between Ranji Trophy teams from Mumbai and Pune ended in an ugly confrontation between former Mumbai player Prithvi Shaw and Musheer Khan, with the former charging at the latter with his bat. The warm-up match was progressing like any other practice match before the players got confrontational after Musheer claimed Shaw's wicket for 181 off 220 balls. As the batter walked off the pitch, some verbal volleys were directed at him by players who were his teammates in many matches a couple of years ago. Shaw retaliated with words and also moved threateningly towards Musheer with his bat. Other players and the umpires intervened before things got out of hand and resulted in a bigger brawl. Shaw, who hammered some big hits and got out attempting to slog-sweep Musheer out of the ground before being caught at deep fine leg, had exchanged words with his former Mumbai teammate Siddhesh Lad and was a bit belligerent. Shaw, who made his name as a prodigious talent on the maidans and played five Tests, six ODIs and a T20I, was quite prolific in the domestic circuit for a few years, losing his way last year. He has had disciplinary issues earlier, also. A former Indian opener, he lost his place in the Mumbai Ranji Trophy team and, a few months back, decided to move away from Mumbai in the hope of getting time to play. He had taken an NOC from Mumbai and will be representing Pune in the upcoming season. This attempt to seek green pastures to revive his flagging career seems to have acted as the latest flashpoint between Shaw and the Mumbai players. Shaw, who made his name as a prodigious talent on the maidans and played five Tests, six ODIs and a T20I, was quite prolific in the domestic circuit for a few years, losing his way last year. He has had disciplinary issues earlier, also. A former Indian opener, he lost his place in the Mumbai Ranji Trophy team and, a few months back, decided to move away from Mumbai in the hope of getting time to play. He had taken an NOC from Mumbai and will be representing Pune in the upcoming season. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Shaw had earlier reached his century off 140 balls and ended the day on 181, helping Maharashtra cross 400 on the opening day of the match being played in Pune. Article Source: IANS
Govt plans 3,000 electric buses for Mumbai, Pune under PM E-Drive
The Centre is set to tender the second tranche of its 10,900-crore PM E-Drive scheme after Maharashtra cleared a key payment security criteria.
Moneytree Realty expands to Mumbai and Pune, eyes international growth
Moneytree Realty is expanding its operations to Pune and Mumbai, with plans for international markets, following a significant 30% growth in sales value in 2025. The company anticipates closing the year with 1,000 crore in sales, driven by a stabilized real estate sector and continued investment in property.
During a visit to Pune, an elderly woman raised a unique complaint to MP Supriya Sule about too many TV advertisements. She told the MP that most of the program time is filled with ads, and Supriya Sule assured her she would look into it.
Indigo flight from Delhi to Pune suffers five-hour delay due to technical issues
NEW DELHI: Over 200 passengers aboard an Indigo flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Pune was delayed by over five hours due to a technical snag. The flyers remained seated inside for over three hours before an alternative aircraft was arranged. The journey between the two cities is just 2 hours and ten minutes. However, the flight was delayed by 5 hours and 13 minutes. According to flight tracking platform FlightAware, flight 6E 2132, an A321 Neo aircraft, was supposed to take off from Terminal 1 to Pune at 1.45 pm but it took off only at 6.57 pm. It reached Pune at 8.54 pm, instead of the scheduled arrival time of 3.45 pm. A flyer from Hyderabad, Vibhor Mahendru, took to X saying, Your flight 6E 2132 is delayed beyond 2.5 hours due to engine failure. In a later tweet, he said, Can you bother to reply? More than 5 hours delay and still not taken off..disgusting. A Delhiite, Param Singh, brought the issue to the attention of the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and posted nearly 5 hours after the scheduled departure time of 1 pm: Still at Delhi airport, sitting in changed flight and status is unknown. What sort of service is this. Airline sources confirmed the incident. A source told this reporter, During the pre-flight checks being carried out at the taxiway before the flight could take-off, a technical issue was detected. The departure was stopped and the flight was brought back to the parking bay. Engineers tried to rectify the issue, he added. As the issue could not be rectified after some time, the passengers were made to deboard from the flight. We gave them the option of taking another flight or taking a refund of the ticket fare. They were all well taken care of with refreshments provided, the source said. The arrangement of an alternative flight took some time, and hence there was a considerable delay, another airline source said.
Demand for smaller homes surges in September quarter: Magicbricks
India's housing market saw a 3.1% demand surge in Q3, driven by a preference for smaller, affordable homes, with one and two-bedroom units now making up 54% of demand. Prices climbed significantly in cities like Pune and Mumbai. Developers focusing on affordability and lifestyle needs are poised for future growth, as buyer activity remains strong.
Baba Siddique murder: Mumbai court denies bail to 3 accused
A Mumbai special court denied bail to three individuals accused in the murder of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique. Kisan Pardhi, Gaurav Apune, and Anurag Kashyap remain in judicial custody. Police allege Apune was involved in the conspiracy despite backing out of the murder contract, while Kashyap aided a shooter's escape and Pardhi provided firearms.
Bank of Maharashtra logs 17% rise in credit growth in Jul-Sep quarter
The Pune-based lender reported a 12.1 per cent increase in total deposits to 3.09 lakh crore, as against 2.76 lakh crore at the end of the second quarter of the previous financial year
Bank of Maharashtra logs 17 pc rise in credit growth in Jul-Sep qtr
NEW DELHI, Oct 6: The state-owned Bank of Maharashtra (BoM) has reported a 16.8 per cent credit growth of Rs 2.54 lakh crore in the second quarter of this financial year. Total advances stood at Rs 2.17 lakh crore as of September 30, 2024, BoM said in a regulatory filing on Monday. The Pune-based lender reported a 12.1 per cent increase in total deposits to Rs 3.09 lakh crore, as against Rs 2.76 lakh crore at the end of [] The post Bank of Maharashtra logs 17 pc rise in credit growth in Jul-Sep qtr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Duville Estates Recognized with Dual Honours at The Times Realty Icon 2025 Awards
A pioneer in sustainable living, Riverdale Grand has been awarded Platinum Certification by GEM (Green Energy Management), the highest green building certification making it one of the very few Five-Star Pre-Certified residential projects in Pune.
She completed her schooling at Kendriya Vidyalaya in her hometown, Narsinghpur. She then pursued law and completed her LLB studies at the India Law Society Law College, Pune. After completing her education, Tapasya decided to take on the challenging UPSC exam. Read here to know why she went viral.
Maharashtras GCC Policy set to boost commercial realty demand, job creation
Maharashtra's new GCC policy will boost office markets in Mumbai and Pune. It aims to attract multinational corporations, creating 400,000 jobs by 2030. The policy offers fiscal incentives and infrastructure support. It will also promote skill development. This initiative positions the state as a preferred destination for captive centres. Fresh leasing demand of 25-30 million sq ft is expected.
Magicpin eyes 5 lakh customers for food delivery vertical Inner Circle by year-end
NEW DELHI, Oct 5: Hyperlocal startup MagicPin on Sunday said it aims to onboard half a million students and corporate customers for its food delivery vertical Inner Circle by December. The newly launched service has achieved enrollment of over 1.5 lakh customers during the first month of its rollout in September. Currently, students from more than 3,000 colleges and users from over 500 corporates across Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, and Kolkata are enrolled in the Inner Circle platform. [] The post Magicpin eyes 5 lakh customers for food delivery vertical Inner Circle by year-end appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Crime Branch Kashmir Books Imposter in 46.9 Lakh Supply Scam
Srinagar, Oct 5: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has registered a case against a Pune-based fraudster for allegedly duping a complainant of 46.90 lakh on the pretext of supplying Sifine Natural Nut, officials said on Saturday. According to an official statement, the accused, posing as the proprietor of D.K. Enterprises, had [] The post Crime Branch Kashmir Books Imposter in 46.9 Lakh Supply Scam appeared first on Northlines .
Pune Bartender Juggles Fire Bottles While Holding Toddler, Faces Criticism
Some social media users praised her skill and confidence while other viewers condemned the act as dangerous and irresponsible for involving a child in a fire-based performance.
46.9 Lakh Consignment Fraud Unearthed In Kashmir, Crime Branch Registers FIR
Srinagar, Oct 5: The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch Kashmir has booked a Pune-based imposter for allegedly duping a complainant of 46.90 lakh on the pretext of supplying Sifine Natural Nut. EOW of Crime Branch Kashmir received a written complaint wherein it was alleged that a person based in Pune, claiming to be the proprietor of a firm named D.K. Enterprises, contacted the complainant and assured the supply of Sifine Natural Nut. However, despite receiving an advance payment, the [] The post 46.9 Lakh Consignment Fraud Unearthed In Kashmir, Crime Branch Registers FIR appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CBK Registers Case in Rs 46.90 Lakh Online Supply Scam
SRINAGAR: The Economic Offences Wing (Crime Branch Kashmir) has registered a case against a Pune-based man accused of cheating a complainant of Rs 46.90 lakh under the guise of supplying Sifine Natural Nut. Officials said the accused, claiming to be the proprietor of a firm called DK Enterprises, had assured the complainant of delivering the []
We were victims of alliance politics in Assembly polls, will correct the mistake: Uddhav Thackeray
Claiming that his party was the victim of alliance politics in the Maharashtra assembly polls, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray said on Saturday that for the local body elections his party would 'correct the mistake' by considering local factors during seat-sharing talks with partners in the Maha Vikas Aghadi. We fought the Lok Sabha and state assembly elections together, and now, it is time for the local body elections. All three parties in the MVA should sit together and resolve the issues amicably. We are ready for an alliance, but if some parties want to contest separately, they are free to contest. These are local body elections, where local factors are deciding factors to stitch the alliance. The sentiments of local leaders are also equally important, said the former chief minister. He said that the Sena was strong in Pune, but could not contest more seats due to the alliance dharma. We were victims of alliance politics. I sincerely apologize that we failed to pay attention to Pune. But we will correct the mistake, and local factors will be taken care of while cementing the alliance with friendly allies. Now, the people of Pune have to decide what they want. As a party and organization, we are with them, he said. He also said that ruling party leaders are not his enemy, but he has to criticize their wrong policies as an opposition party. We criticize CM Devendra Fadnavis as the opposition. We are surprised how the chief minister, who has such a massive mandate, is helpless before the corrupt alliance partners and officers. BJP is in power in the state and Centre, but it has failed to help the people and contain corruption. Officials are blatantly committing corruption. They have no shame, said the Sena (UBT) chief. He said the BJP-led central government announced Rs 10,000 for the Ladli Didi scheme in Bihar because of the elections, but in Maharashtra, no attention has been given, because there is no immediate major election. We are against such appeasement and that too a temporary policy. In Maharashtra, farmers are waiting for crop loan waiver and Rs 50,000 per hectare compensation, but the ruling party and its leaders have no time for the dying farmers, he added.
India, Australia to hold joint military exercise AUSTRAHIND 2025 during October 13-26
The fourth AUSTRAHIND military exercise will occur in Perth, Australia. It is scheduled from October 13 to 26, 2025. This joint exercise strengthens operational capabilities for urban and semi-urban operations. It operates under a United Nations mandate. The third edition concluded in November 2024 in Pune, India. That exercise focused on combat scenarios and coordination.
Uddhav says 'BJP made India hell'; dismisses Kadams claim on Bal Thackerays death as betrayal
PUNE: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray on Saturday dubbed Devendra Fadnavis a helpless chief minister who has failed to crack down on ampant corruption under his watch. He termed Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Ramdas Kadam as gaddar and namak haram after the latter alleged a purposeful delay in formally declaring the death of Bal Thackeray in 2012. Thackeray addressed gatherings of women and Sena (UBT) workers in Pune. He also spoke on different issues during the media interaction. Speaking at an interaction organised by the Pune Union of Working Journalists, Thackeray stated the Sena (UBT) did not need a certificate on Hindutva from the Bharatiya Janata Party, which was creating walls within the country. India is a beautiful country. It has a great culture. However, these people (the BJP) have vitiated the entire atmosphere and made it hell. These people have created walls within the country. I have been working hard to prevent further deterioration. I have said time and again that the BJP cannot run governments in the state or at the Centre. The Narendra Modi government has failed to address issues in Kashmir and Manipur, the former Maharashtra chief minister alleged. The BJP is taking the country on the path of dictatorship, Thackeray added. Attacking Fadnavis, he said, I don't consider anybody as an enemy, not even the prime minister. But considering the state's current situation, the chief minister looks 'hatbal' (helpless) despite (BJP-led Mahayuti) having a brute majority. Despite several instances of corruption, the CM is helpless to act against corrupt individuals, he claimed. Thackeray alleged the Fadnavis government had failed to help farmers, hit by heavy rains and floods. They have still not been able to give a farm loan waiver. When I was CM, I had given loan waivers to farmers, he said. Responding to criticism that he had abandoned the Hindutva fold (after his alliance with the Congress and NCP (SP) in 2019), the Shiv Sena (UBT) leader claimed it was the BJP that had started 'Saugat-e Modi' campaign to appease Muslims. I do not require any certificate on Hindutva from the BJP. My grandfather (Prabhodankar Thackeray) was a well-known reformer. Our Hindutva has been progressive, he said. Ramdas Kadams claims on Bal Thackerays death triggers political storm; Uddhav aid to move court Thackeray slammed the Centre over the arrest of Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act. I do not want to respond to gaddars (traitors) and 'namak harams (disloyal persons)', Thackeray said when asked to comment on Ramdas Kadam's remarks. When did Shiv Sena pramukh (Bal Thackeray) die? Why was Shiv Sena pramukh's body kept at Matoshree for two days? I slept on a bench at Matoshree for eight days (when Bal Thackeray was seriously ill), Kadam had said while addressing the Shiv Sena's Dussehra rally on Thursday. Thackeray said Maharashtra knows the value of the Thackeray brand, which was evident during the recent Dussehra congregation held at Shivaji Park in Mumbai. Despite heavy rains, the devout Shiv Sainiks thronged Shivaji Park, he added. Citing the announcement of various welfare schemes in poll-bound Bihar, he appealed to the Centre to extend financial assistance to women in Maharashtra. Addressing a gathering of women, Thackeray stated that the state government provided financial assistance to women for two to three months during elections, just to win votes. This is cheating. Ladki Bahins desperately need financial help. I hope PM Modi will announce some aid during his upcoming visit to Maharashtra, he added. Thackeray said the (Central) government acted promptly when Bihar needed financial help. If you are providing assistance, do not restrict it to Bihar; extend it to all women in the country. These women are not paid voters, he added. Addressing Sena (UBT) workers, Thackeray called for expanding the party network by setting up shakhas or branch offices. Without naming Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, he said the attempt to break the Shiv Sena will never succeed. He said the Sena (UBT) can win the upcoming elections to local bodies in Maharashtra, provided it works hard. Vote theft is the result of illegal voting. Why can't we do the same thing that Rahul Gandhi ji has done? Find bogus voters. We won the Lok Sabha polls, but lost assembly polls, which were held shortly, he told the party workers.
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PM Modi Should Announce Relief For Flood-Hit Farmers During Mumbai Visit: Raut
Pune, Oct 4: Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Saturday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Mumbai, should announce assistance for farmers who faced losses due to the recent floods in Maharashtra. Speaking to reporters here, Raut said the Central government should have declared a relief package for farmers. Earlier this week, Fadnavis said that rains and floods had damaged 60 lakh hectares of land in Maharashtra, as per the initial estimate, and the government has [] The post PM Modi Should Announce Relief For Flood-Hit Farmers During Mumbai Visit: Raut appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pune Boy, 12, Dies After Being Trapped In Faulty Lift At Housing Society
The incident occurred when the lift, stuck between the third and fourth floors, failed to open.
The India Meteorological Department has issued an alert for Maharashtra as Cyclone Shakti develops in the Arabian Sea, forecasting heavy rain, gusty winds, and rough sea conditions until October 7. Coastal districts, including Mumbai and Thane, are under high alert, with fishermen advised against venturing out. The state government has activated disaster management systems and evacuation plans, urging public preparedness.
Centre warns against cough syrups for children under 2 years after deaths in two states
The Centre has issued an advisory to all states and Union Territories, directing that cough and cold medications should not be prescribed to children under the age of two years. The advisory, issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), comes amid reports of child deaths allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrups in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan . Meanwhile, the Union Health Ministry noted none of the tested syrup samples in Madhya Pradesh contained Diethylene Glycol (DEG) or Ethylene Glycol (EG) -- contaminants that are known to cause serious kidney injury . The DGHS, which comes under the health ministry, said in the advisory that cough syrups are generally not recommended for children below five years. For those older, their use should be based on careful clinical evaluation, close supervision, strict adherence to appropriate dosing, the shortest effective duration, and avoiding multiple drug combinations, it said. Further, people may also be sensitised regarding adherence to prescriptions by doctors, the advisory issued by Dr Sunita Sharma of the DGHS said. It reiterated judicious and rational prescribing and dispensing of cough syrups for children. Most acute cough illnesses in children are self-limiting and often resolve without pharmacological intervention. Non-pharmacological measures, including adequate hydration, rest, and supportive measures, should be the first-line approach, it said. Acute renal failure caused deaths of nine kids after suspected cough syrup poisoning in MP The advisory asked all healthcare facilities and clinical establishments to ensure the procurement and dispensing of products manufactured under Good Manufacturing Practices and formulated with pharmaceutical-grade excipients. Sensitisation of prescribers and dispensers across public and private sectors is essential to uphold these standards of care. It is requested that all state/UT Health Departments, District Health Authorities, and all Clinical Establishments/healthcare facilities under your jurisdiction should implement and disseminate this advisory across government dispensaries, PHCs, CHCs, district hospitals, and medical institutions, the advisory said. Earlier in the day, the health ministry said a joint team comprising representatives from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), National Institute of Virology (NIV), Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), among others, visited the site in Madhya Pradesh to collect samples of various cough syrups amid reports linking the recent deaths of children to the consumption of cough syrups. According to the test results, none of the samples contained Diethylene Glycol (DEG) or Ethylene Glycol (EG), contaminants that are known to cause serious kidney injury, the ministry said. The Madhya Pradesh State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) also tested three samples and confirmed the absence of DEG/EG, it added. Further, blood/CSF samples were tested by the National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune, for common pathogens. One case was found positive for Leptospirosis, the ministry said. Samples of water, entomological vectors, and respiratory specimens are under further investigation by National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI), NIV Pune, and other laboratories, it said. A multi-disciplinary team comprising experts from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), NIV, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), AIIMS-Nagpur, and state health authorities is investigating all possible causes behind the reported cases. On reports of two child deaths in Rajasthan because of contaminated cough syrup consumption, the ministry clarified that the product in question does not contain Propylene Glycol -- a possible source of DEG/EG contamination, it said. Additionally, the product under reference is a Dextromethorphan-based formulation, which is not recommended for paediatric use, it said. Tamil Nadu bans Coldrif cough syrup after death of eight children in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan
Karnataka sees sharp rise in road accidents; Bengaluru among top five cities
Among 53 cities across India, Bengaluru ranked in the top five with a 30.3% increase in accidents; it was preceded by Ranchi (50.3%), Varanasi (46.3%), and Pune (35%)
Navi Mumbai Airport To Be Renamed After DB Patil, Says Maharashtra CM Fadnavis
Fadnavis also announced that the process of renaming airports in Pune and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (formerly Aurangabad) is underway
Acute renal failure caused deaths of nine kids after suspected cough syrup poisoning in MP
BHOPAL: Children under five in Madhya Pradeshs Chhindwara district are continuing to die of acute kidney failure after being prescribed a combination of medicines, including two common cough syrups , by local doctors. With three more deaths over the last few days, the death toll has increased from six to nine , while at least three other kids under treatment at a hospital in neighbouring Nagpur (Maharashtra) are battling for life with dialysis and ventilator support. Since September 4, nine kids, including Shivam Rathore, Vidhi, Adnan, Usaid, Rishika, Hitansh, Chanchlesh, Vikas and Sandhya, have died. 13 other kids have been under treatment in hospitals in Chhindwara and Nagpur, sub-divisional magistrate (SDM-Parasia) Shubham Kumar Yadav said on Friday. Out of the five kids who were admitted at the Chhindwara District Hospital, one has been discharged after full recovery, while two others are on the path of recovery. The two remaining kids are still under intensive treatment. In Nagpur, out of the eight hospitalised kids, the condition of three kids remains highly critical, as they are currently on dialysis and ventilator support, the SDM said. He added that, according to biopsy reports of the children who died in Nagpur hospitals, Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), and not Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES), appears to have caused their deaths. Detailed tests of water and other samples from the areas where the children lived, conducted by premier institutions including the National Institute of Virology (NIV-Pune), ruled out contaminated water, vector-borne diseases, or rats as causes of the health issues. Analysis of the childrens medical histories showed that the cough syrups were common across cases. Six children die in three weeks in Madhya Pradesh; cough syrup poisoning suspected A report from the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2022, showed that some chemical toxicity of cough syrups manufactured in India had caused similar fatalities in Gambia. With a similar pattern emerging here also, an advisory was issued to restrain the use and prescription of the two concerned cough syrups in the entire Chhindwara district, Yadav maintained. Echoing similar concerns, Dr Pawan Nandurkar, the paediatrician at the Chhindwara District Hospital, said, The biopsy reports of the kids who died during treatment at hospitals in Nagpur, have revealed that there has been some toxin-mediated injury to the kidneys. Analysis of the medical history of patients (including the kids who died) reveals that in 80% cases, the cough syrup Coldrif was administered to the kids. Old pharmacological researches suggest the possibility of such a cough syrup with a chemical Diethylene Glycol (DEG) or Ethylene Glycol (EG),. Suspecting chemical contamination in the cough syrup and its possible link to kidney damage, causing the deaths, the district administration issued an advisory banning the use, sale, and prescription of such cold cough syrups. Doctors have been advised to avoid prescribing combination medicines, use injections cautiously due to potential kidney impact, and conduct kidney function tests immediately if any child shows signs of urinary problems. Approximately 15-16 kids were referred to hospitals in Nagpur over the last few days, out of which six died. Three to four are stated critical there, while a new patient has been sent there today, Dr Nandurkar said. Meanwhile, the states Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister, Dr Rajendra Shukla, who had recently stated that cough syrups were not linked to the childrens deaths, spoke to the media on the issue again on Friday. Samples of 12 medicines have been sent for testing, out of which reports of three medicines dont suggest anything in them which couldve caused the deaths of the kids. The reports of the remaining nine medicines will be with us by tonight, before which it cannot be concluded what actually caused the death. No banned syrup can be sold in the market, but sometimes some batches of any medicine could cause problems, but before the test reports dont come to us, nothing can be said. Meanwhile, as per reports from Chhindwara district, most of the kids (who died) were administered preliminary treatment in Parasia area (coal belt) of Chhindwara by a common medical practitioner, Ravindra Soni (a government doctor posted at Parasia Community Health Centre who also runs a private clinic). Soni doctor (Ravindra Soni) prescribed the medicines, including cough syrups, to our children and also administered injections to them. But instead of improving, their condition worsened, ultimately compelling us to rush them to Nagpur, where they died later, parents of deceased Adnan, Usaid and Vikas told journalists in Chhindwara on Friday.
Maharashtra: 12-year-old boy dies after getting trapped in lift in Pune
The incident took place at around 5 pm on Thursday at Ram Smruti Cooperative Society in the Charholi Budruk area of Pune, an official said, adding that investigations were underway
Indias only calligraphy festival brings a flourish of strokes to Kochi
The third edition of the International Calligraphy Festival of Kerala (ICFK 2025), steered by KaChaTaThaPa Foundation in association with Kerala Lalithakala Akademi, began with much aplomb in Kochi on Thursday. The four-day event, held once again at the Durbar Hall Art Gallery, remains the only festival in the country dedicated exclusively to calligraphy, and hence boasts, like usual, the participation of big names from across India and abroad. TNIE paid a visit ahead of the exhibitions inauguration to check out the many works on display and learn about the history of this craft and Kerala's tightening embrace of it. The festival is a perfect avenue for the people here to learn about calligraphy, says Narayana Bhattathiri, the force behind ICFK, as he gave us a tour. A noted calligrapher with over four decades of experience, he splits his time between conducting workshops and classes, and the promotion of this craft by way of similar exhibitions. Narayana Bhattathiri, the force behind ICFK ICFK exhibition held at Durbar Hall Art Gallery Ive seen first hand the spike in interest. People are now more appreciative about calligraphy. Until only a few years ago, only a small clutch of people really paid attention to this craft or even knew about it. Thats changed significantly in the past half a decade, says Narayana, stopping short of heaping the credit entirely onto the festival. The festival was, no doubt, a big catalyst for this appreciation in interest and has, since its inception, grown to accommodate more than just an exhibition. Indeed, on its sidelines, theres workshops, discussions, demonstrations and lectures, with a throng of the young and the old, all in rapt attention. An ICFK lecture held on the sidelines of the exhibition This year is particularly interesting with the addition of a fashion show, a unique show blending calligraphy-inspired attire with stage presentation, and a pen show, offering collectors and enthusiasts a rare opportunity to explore a variety of pens (and even buy a few). Prices fall between Rs 50 and Rs 5 lakh. Another highlight is the institution of the G Vivekanandan Memorial Award for excellence in script-based art displayed at the ICFK each year, says Narayana. It includes a cash prize and citation, before finding us a quiet corner to discuss the history of calligraphy. South Korean calligrapher Kim Jin-Young But what is calligraphy? Well, your dictionaries define it as the art of producing artistic, stylised or elegant handwriting or lettering. But of course, like it is in the case for all art forms, definitions dont define the practice. It is so much more, Narayana explains. Before the advent of the printing press, he continues, this was how people knew what was at play. Both around them and elsewhere in the world. So it was important that they be legible to read, thus introducing a skill aspect to what is otherwise just writing. As time passed, these writings transcended their function into the territory of art, and several names stood out. The arrival of the printing press and its subsequent evolutions pushed calligraphy into a niche for a long time. Later, it found a resurgence on social media, he adds. Works on display at ICFK 2025 But even when calligraphy was at its zenith, Kerala, and even South India, remained oblivious to it as a form of art, Narayana explains. Our scripts were mostly written on palm leaf manuscripts, which has an inherent limitation. I.e. you cant do certain strokes as it would tear the leaf. Which is in part why several of our Malayalam letters are round or oval in shape, he says. And by the time the craft made inroads in this region, the printing press had long found a foothold, thus relegating calligraphy to what Narayana describes as poster works. But according to the artist, calligraphy is so much more, and he is thankful that the craft is seeing a resurgence. I say this often, and much to the anger of several artists. Calligraphy has even a one up over painting, Narayana says. Elaborating further, he adds, Painting artworks have colour, a style and a message. Calligraphy has these three and another element: lettering. This, he says, holds the viewers attention for ever the slightly longer. Some lean on this aspect of calligraphy to make it political. And it has been used to such masterful effect in politics, especially in Kerala. Works on display at ICFK 2025 Interestingly, Narayanas youthhood is filled with several instances of him being called on to lend his calligraphy skills to make politics of that time lively. But of course, calligraphy accomplishes more than that It is, as is the case for any art, how we use it, and is shaped by (and shapes) religion and spirituality, culture, etc., he says. While heaps of praises came Narayanas way then, hardly anyone recognised this ability of his as an art. It was not until 2017, he recalls, that he found his way in calligraphy. I was attending a camp held in Pune which was attended by calligraphers from across India. That was indeed a turning point, recalls Narayana. It opened my eyes to the potential of this craft, and I began working to promote it. This festival is one vehicle to achieve that goal. Works on display at ICFK 2025 Works on display at ICFK 2025 Works on display at ICFK 2025 Like the printing press, the advent of AI has come as a prickly thorn, but Narayana is unfazed. I dont think it will affect calligraphy much. Especially given how the work infuses a lot of lettering, most of which are in regional languages, he says. By evening, the gallery was indeed buzzing as people thronged to the venue to behold the strokes, the colours and the letters that told, among many things, that art is what we make of it. The exhibition concludes on October 5. Pen Show @ ICFK 2025 Beyond the exhibition * Workshops, discussions, demonstrations and lectures on art, communication, cinema * Sculpture, painting and contemporary art forms will be on display * Calli-Fashion Show: a unique show blending calligraphy-inspired attire with stage presentation * The India Pen Show: an exhibition and sale of pens * Music and dance performances inspired by calligraphy Artists @ ICFK 2025 Guests include Michel DAnastasio (noted Hebrew calligrapher), Kim Jin-Young (South Korea), Brody Neuenschwander (UK), Dang Hoc (Vietnam), and Masoud Mohebbifar (Iran). Eminent Indian figures included Padma Shri awardee Achyut Palav, designer of the Indian Rupee symbol D Udaya Kumar, Sanskrit scholar Santosh Kshirsagar, former IIT Mumbai professor G V Sreekumar, Parameswaran Raju, NID faculty member Tarun Deep Girdher, and many others.
Bengaluru Bulls Are Lacking Presence Of Leader: Rishank Devadiga
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The third edition of the International Calligraphy Festival of Kerala (ICFK 2025), steered by KaChaTaThaPa Foundation in association with Kerala Lalithakala Akademi, began with much aplomb in Kochi on Thursday. The four-day event, held once again at the Durbar Hall Art Gallery, remains the only festival in the country dedicated exclusively to calligraphy, and hence boasts, like usual, the participation of big names from across India and abroad. The festival is a perfect avenue for the people here to learn about calligraphy, says Narayana Bhattathiri, the force behind ICFK and the founder of KaChaTaThaPa Foundation, as he gave us a tour. A noted calligrapher with over four decades of experience, he splits his time between conducting workshops, classes and the promotion of this craft by way of similar exhibitions. Narayana Bhattathiri Ive seen first-hand the spike in interest. People are now more appreciative of calligraphy. Until only a few years ago, only a small clutch of people really paid attention to this craft or even knew about it. Thats changed significantly in the past half a decade, says Narayana. The festival was, no doubt, a big catalyst for this appreciation in interest and has, since its inception, grown to accommodate more than just an exhibition. Indeed, on its sidelines, there are workshops, discussions, demonstrations and lectures, with a throng of the young and the old, all in rapt attention. This year is particularly interesting with the addition of a fashion show, a unique show blending calligraphy-inspired attire with stage presentation, and a pen show, offering collectors and enthusiasts a rare opportunity to explore a variety of pens (and even buy a few). Prices fall between `50 and `5 lakh. Another highlight is the institution of the G Vivekanandan Memorial Award for excellence in script-based art displayed at the ICFK each year, says Narayana. It includes a cash prize and citation, before finding us a quiet corner to discuss the history of calligraphy. But what is calligraphy? Well, your dictionaries define it as the art of producing artistic, stylised or elegant handwriting or lettering. But of course, like it is in the case for all art forms, definitions dont define the practice. It is so much more, Narayana explains. Before the advent of the printing press, he continues, this was how people knew what was at play. Both around them and elsewhere in the world. So it was important that they be legible to read, thus introducing a skill aspect to what is otherwise just writing. As time passed, these writings transcended their function into art, and several names stood out. The arrival of the printing press and its subsequent evolutions pushed calligraphy into a niche for a long time. Later, it found a resurgence on social media, he adds. But even when calligraphy was at its zenith, Kerala, and even south India, remained oblivious to it as a form of art, Narayana explains. Our scripts were mostly written on palm leaf manuscripts, which have an inherent limitation. This is in part why several of our Malayalam letters are round or oval in shape, he says. By the time calligraphy made inroads in this region, the printing press had long found a foothold, thus relegating it to what Narayana describes as poster works. But according to him, calligraphy is so much more, and he is thankful that the craft is seeing a resurgence. I say this often, and much to the anger of several artists. Calligraphy has even a one-up over painting, Narayana says. Elaborating further, he adds, Painting artworks have colour, a style and a message. Calligraphy has these three and another element: lettering. This, he says, holds the viewers attention slightly longer. Some lean on this aspect of calligraphy to make it political. And it has been used to such masterful effect in politics, especially in Kerala. Interestingly, Narayanas youth is filled with several instances of him being called on to lend his calligraphy skills to make politics of that time lively. But of course, calligraphy accomplishes more than that It is, as is the case for any art, how we use it, and it is shaped by (and shapes) religion and spirituality, culture, etc., he says. It was not until 2017, he recalls, that he found his way into calligraphy. I was attending a camp held in Pune, which was attended by calligraphers from across India.That was indeed a turning point, recalls Narayana. It opened my eyes to the potential of this craft, and I began working to promote it. This festival is one vehicle to achieve that goal. Like the printing press, the advent of AI has come as a prickly thorn, but Narayana is unfazed. I dont think it will affect calligraphy much. Especially given how the work infuses a lot of lettering, most of which is in regional languages, he smiles. The exhibition concludes on October 5.
Mumbai Diary: Vijay Sule chooses basketball over politics
Vijay Sule chooses basketball over politics Most children of politicians enter politics early and continue family legacies. However, NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sules son, Vijay Sule, has taken a different road. Instead of following his mother into politics, he has built a name in basketball. He has been selected to play for the New York Black Eagles in the professional US G League and is currently training in the east coast of America. Back home, he has started a basketball academy in Pune to train youngsters and promote the sport professionally. Vijay wants to play top-level basketball across borders, aiming to compete in the worlds biggest leagues rather than limit himself to one country. Supriya, Ajit & Fadnavis on same page on quota NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sule and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar are in agreement on amending the reservation policy. Speaking on a TV show, Sule argued that reservations should be based on economic status rather than caste. She said she received strong backing from young viewers and joked that she would now sleep half an hour more because Gen Z is with her. When asked, Pawar supported her statement, saying the idea made sense. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis also agreed, adding that internal classification is important so that reservation benefits reach all truly deprived groups within the marginalised community. Navi Mumbai Airport likely to open early October The Navi Mumbai International Airport is expected to be inaugurated in the first or second week of October, with October 7 or 9 being considered. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will cut the ribbon. He had also laid the foundation stone of the same project earlier. At that time, he said the difference between previous governments and his was that he does both groundbreaking and inauguration. His statement is turning true in this case. The new airport will reduce the burden on the heavily congested current Mumbai. Once operational, it will become Indias second-largest greenfield airport, boosting connectivity and air traffic capacity. Sudhir Suryawanshi Our correspondent in Maharashtra suryawanshi.sudhir@gmail.com
Maharashtra: Pune Zilla Parishad School wins Global Community Choice Award
ZP school in Khed, on verge of closure just two years ago, has won the Community Choice Award in the prestigious Worlds Best School Prizes 2025
Approximately 2,500 employees in Pune resigned from their jobs in the largest IT firm of India, Tata Consultancy Services, wrote the IT employees' body NITES in a letter to Maharashtra CM. TCS had announced to lay off around 2 per cent, or 12,261 employees globally in June this year.
Six children die in three weeks in Madhya Pradesh; cough syrup poisoning suspected
BHOPAL: Authorities in Madhya Pradeshs Chhindwara district have issued an advisory restricting the prescription, sale, and use of at least two cough syrups after six children, aged one to seven, reportedly died between September 4 and 26 from kidney-related complications and anuria. Analysis of the medicines administered to the six minors found two cough syrups in common. With samples of the syrups sent for detailed testing, the district administration has advised doctors to refrain from prescribing them and has restricted their sale and use. Till the time test reports of the syrup samples are out, an advisory has been issued to restrain the use, sale and prescription of those syrups. Doctors in the district have also been advised strictly to prescribe only symptom-specific medicines, like prescribing just Paracetamol for fever, instead of prescribing a wide spectrum of medicines, including those for cough and cold, Chhindwara district collector Sheelendra Singh told TNIE on Wednesday. The six children, aged between one and seven, from different parts of the Parasia area (also known as Koylanchal for its coal mining activity), initially suffered from cold and mild fever. Local doctors prescribed routine medications, including cough syrups. After taking the medicines, the children initially appeared to recover, but within days their symptoms returned, accompanied by a sharp decline in urine output. Most of the children who later died from kidney-related complications were admitted to private hospitals in nearby Nagpur, Maharashtra. The children only had mild fever and cold, but after the cough syrup was administered to them, their condition worsened, resulting in the stoppage of urine and associated complications, like swelling in the body, regular bouts of vomiting, ultimately resulting in deaths, one of the grieving parents said. Chhindwara district chief medical and health officer Naresh Gonare said, The blood and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) samples of the minors who died in hospitals at Nagpur, were sent for virology tests. But the tests didnt reveal any vector-borne/viral ailment, like Japanese Encephalitis or Chandipura virus. Anuria (alarming decline in urine output caused by kidney malfunction) seemed to be the common problem in all six kids who died. Suspicion of toxicity and contamination in the cough syrups subsequently arose, prompting authorities to send samples to Bhopal for detailed analysis, official sources said. Unconfirmed reports indicate kidney biopsies of the deceased children revealed the presence of diethylene glycol, a toxic chemical often linked to pharmaceutical poisoning. Water samples from affected areas are also being sent to a national-level testing laboratory for analysis. Teams from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) are in Chhindwara to investigate the deaths, which may be linked to contaminated cough syrups. Rapid Response Teams (RRTs) of the state health department are also conducting door-to-door screening and surveillance of residents for similar health problems. No new case has been reported in the last 24 hours from anywhere, the Chhindwara district collector said. The ICMR team has sent samples from the children and the medicines to the National Institute of Virology (NIV) in Pune for further analysis.
Pilots to face tougher alcohol test rules
NEW DELHI: A massive step towards ensuring safer air travel for all has been taken by the aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). It has proposed various stringent punishments for cockpit crew who report drunk for duty, including cancellation of licence for repeat offenders. In its draft amendments to the Civil Aviation Requirement (CAR) made public last week, the regulator stated that alcohol present in the body even in small quantities jeopardises flight safety on several counts and adversely affects an aviator even during the hangover period. It has proposed enforcing these actions in the case of violations detected before the departure of a flight (pre-flight) during the breath-analyser test. The biggest punishment the DGCA has proposed is the cancellation of the license or the approval to fly in the case of any individual who tests positive for the third time during the breath-analyser tests. Testing positive for alcohol twice would result in a three-year suspension of licence while testing positive the first time would result in a three-month suspension of licence. Giving a miss to such tests would also be treated with much seriousness. Similar penalties have been mooted for post-flight alcohol tests. The maximum punishment here is cancellation of license or approval and action initiated as per Aircraft Rules 1977 if the crew tests second time positive in the breath-analyser tests. Testing positive for alcohol for those in a traineeship role like Examiners, Instructors, Line Training Captain, Check Pilot or Line Check Cabin Crew would result in the loss of approval or authorisation for three years in addition to penal action. The DGCA has made it mandatory for all operators to maintain separate records of preflight and postflight breath analyser exams for the flight crew and cabin crew for a minimum period of one year. The draft pointed out that as per the provision of Rule 24 of the Aircraft Rules, a pilot, commander, navigator, engineer, cabin crew or other operating members should have used any alcoholic drink, sedative, narcotic or stimulant drug preparation within 12 hours of the commencement of the flight or use such preparation in the course of the flight. Airlines have been given time till October 24 to respond to the proposed rules. Technical snag causes Jaipur-Pune fllght return A JaipurPune SpiceJet flight had to return to base on Tuesday morning after a technical problem was detected soon after takeoff. According to the official sources at airport the aircraft, operating as SG-1077, departed at 4:50 am, about 15 minutes ahead of schedule, but was forced to turn back within half an hour due to a malfunction in the cockpit door system. The incident comes at a time when airlines are under sharper scrutiny for safety.
BENGALURU: Bengaluru to have 368 wards across the five corporations. The city had 198 wards, which were increased to 225 and now to 368. The state government on Tuesday issued a draft notification designating 368 wards across five corporations under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA). The notification specifies that Bengaluru West City Corporation will comprise 111 wards; East City Corporation, 50 wards; Central City Corporation, 63 wards; South City Corporation, 72 wards; and Bengaluru North City Corporation, 72 wards. It was expected that the number of wards would go up to 500 or at least 450 wards, a move which would have benefited the smaller parties. The government has set October 15 as the deadline for submitting public and stakeholder objections or suggestions. This process is significant as the notification indicates that an election may be announced in Bengaluru City, which has lacked an elected body since September 10, 2020. Notably, the list includes wards named for Freedom Fighters, Revolutionaries, Congress, Maratha, and Dravida leaders across the five city corporations. In South City Corporation, Ward-1 honors S Bangarappa, a former Karnataka CM. Ward-18 is named for Annie Besant, the first woman Congress Party president. Ward 66 in the same corporation bears the name of Abdul Kalam Azad, Indias first education minister post-independence. Ward 42 is named after the state poet Kuvempu. East City Corporations Ward 3-Shivaji Nagar honours Maratha emperor Chatrapati Shivaji. Ward 6, Sarojini Nagar, is named after Indian poet and activist Sarojini Naidu. Ward-22, KS, Nisar Ahmed, is named for the award-winning poet and Kannada writer. In Central City Corporation, Ward-11 is called Indiranagar, after Indias first woman Prime Minister. Likewise, Ward 5 honours K Kamaraj, former Tamil Nadu CM. Ward-39, Ambedkarnagar, is named for B.R. Ambedkar, principal author of the Indian Constitution. Ward-46 recognises visionary civic leader IPD Salappa, and Ward-48 is named for freedom fighter Subhas Chandra Bose. Alongside the existing Chamarajpet ward-55, named for Mysuru Maharaja Chamarajendra Wodeyar, the government has honoured former CM Devraj Urs by naming ward 56 after him in the Central City Corporation. Ward 52 continues as Jag Jivan Ram Nagar, commemorating the visionary Dalit leader. Ward 53, known as Kasturba ward, is named after Kasturba Gandhi, the wife of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. In North City Corporation, a ward is named after Bengaluru founder Kempegowda, and Ward 6 is named Kempegowda Ward. Ward 16-Rajiv Nagar is named after the late Indian PM Rajiv Gandhi. Similarly, 32-JP PARK ward is dedicated to the theorist and politician Jayaprakash Narayan. Ward number 46-RT Nagar is named after writer, poet, and philosopher Rabindranath Tagore. In West City Corporation, the GBA ward delimitation team has mentioned the 12th-century reformer Basaveshwara's name for ward 52 as Basaveshwara Nagara. Similarly, ward 57-Da.ra Bendre Ward (Jnaneepeetha awardee), Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar Ward-14 (Mysuru Royal), Puneeth Rajkumar as ward 15, the ward after him. Ward 70-Sangolli Rayanna Ward is named after a freedom fighter, and Ward 71-Krishnadevaraya Ward is named after the Vijayanagara empire. As some wards may have extened boundry or some cross and lane and layout merged with new ward, there could be objection or suggestions and hence the government stated that, all affected persons, who have any objections/suggestions to the said proposal, are required to submit the same with reasons to the Additional Chief Secretary to the Government, Urban Development Department, Room No: 436, 4th floor, Vikasa Soudha, Bengaluru-560 001, before 5.00 pm of 15-10-2025. The objections/suggestions received within the stipulated period will be considered, and action will be taken to finalise the ward-wise delimitation. A missed opportunity??? As soon as the government released the notification, city-based personalities took to X to express their views on the exercise. While the number of wards in Bengaluru has been increased to 368, Urban Expert Ashwin Mahesh said it is a missed opportunity and pointed out that it appears that the government has accepted the demands of political parties to limit the numbers to ensure that the representation is not granular. While this is more than BBMP had in the past, it's also a missed opportunity. Mysuru and Hubbali Dharwad both have half the population of each of the five Bangalore corporations. But they have 65 and 82 wards respectively. The government appears to have accepted the demands from political parties to limit the number of wards and ensure that representation is not very granular, Ashwin Mahesh said. He said that the number of wards will remain the same, probably for the next 10 years, and by then Bengaluru's population will continue to grow. Using the 2011 Census to delimit wards is required by law. But deciding that each ward in Bengaluru should have roughly the same number of voters as per the 2011 Census is bizarre, because east, south, and north have grown so much since then. Each corporation should have been delimited separately. If the government did not want to do that, then it should have set 15,000 voters per ward as the threshold and ensured at least 100 wards in each corporation, he said.
SpiceJet JaipurPune flight returns after cockpit door malfunction, passengers stranded
JAIPUR: A JaipurPune SpiceJet flight had to return to base on Tuesday morning after a technical problem was detected soon after takeoff. According to the official sources at the airport, the aircraft, operating as SG-1077, departed at 4:50 am, about 15 minutes ahead of schedule, but was forced to turn back within half an hour due to a malfunction in the cockpit door system. The flight had climbed to around 25,000 feet when the pilot alerted Air Traffic Control and sought permission to return. The plane landed safely at Jaipur Airport at 5:15 am. Engineers attempted to fix the issue, but when the fault could not be resolved, the airline cancelled the service altogether. Nearly 70 passengers were on board at the time. Many complained that they were kept waiting for hours and were officially informed of the cancellation only around 11 am. Several fliers who had connecting flights from Pune said they missed onward journeys, while others demanded immediate refunds. Airport authorities confirmed that complaints had been registered and discussions were underway with the airline. This is not the first time the JaipurPune route has faced disruption. About two months ago, the same flight was cancelled abruptly for operational reasons, stranding more than 60 passengers. The incident comes at a time when airlines are under sharper scrutiny for safety. After the recent plane crash in Ahmedabad, flight companies have introduced extra precautionary measures and stricter monitoring before takeoff. Despite these steps, SpiceJet has faced repeated technical issues in recent months. Earlier this month, a Bombardier Q400 arriving in Mumbai from Kandla landed under emergency conditions after losing a tyre during takeoff. The pilots quick response helped avert what could have been a major accident.
India Wasted Opportunity To Give Befitting Reply To Pak After Pahalgam Terror Attack: Owaisi
Pune, Sept 30: AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi said on Tuesday that the government wasted the opportunity to give a befitting reply to Pakistan post Pahalgam terrorist attack by pausing a military action, disregarding the national sentiment. As an Indian, I would like to say that there was an opportunity for us to give a befitting reply to Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack. I am wondering why they (Central government) stopped, the Hyderabad MP said while interacting with journalists in [] The post India Wasted Opportunity To Give Befitting Reply To Pak After Pahalgam Terror Attack: Owaisi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Congress appoints senior leaders as coordinators for 2026 Maharashtra legislative council polls
Maharashtra Congress appointed party leaders as coordinators. This move prepares for the 2026 legislative council elections. Balasaheb Thorat coordinates Pune constituencies. Satej Patil takes charge of Nagpur. Sunil Deshmukh oversees Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. M M Shaikh coordinates the Amravati teachers' constituency. The party is strategizing for the council polls.
Pune gangster manages to obtain passport and travel abroad; cops launch probe
A Look Out Circular (LOC) had been issued against Ghaywal, believed to be abroad currently, even as he faced fresh criminal charges in a road rage case in which a man was shot at by five to six of his associates in Pune
Over 195 million Indians suffer from arthritis-related pains, women bear the main burden, study show
NEW DELHI: A whopping over 195 million Indians, or one in six, suffer from arthritis-related pains, with women accounting for nearly two-thirds of the total burden, according to a latest study. The study, conducted under the WHO-Community Oriented Program for Control of Rheumatic Diseases (WHO-COPCORD), found that arthritis pains were the most common self-reported illness in Indian communities, surpassing diabetes and hypertension. The survey, which covered more than 56,000 people across rural and urban India, further showed that more than 54.44 million Indians live with osteoarthritis, often linked with obesity, diabetes, and hypertension, while 4.22 million suffer from rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a crippling condition that can lead to several systemic complications, severe disability and even premature heart attacks and death. Particularly concerning was that over 1.17 million young women of reproductive age are estimated to be living with RA, a prevalence significantly higher than global averages, said the survey, published in the International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases. Speaking at a one-day national meeting to spotlight one of Indias most pressing but neglected health concerns, arthritis, Dr Arvind Chopra, Director and Chief Rheumatologist at CRD Pune and principal investigator of the COPCORD India Project since 1996, said, Arthritis is often dismissed as an inevitable part of ageing, but our data proves otherwise. Lifestyle, and metabolic factors like obesity, diabetes, and hypertension are fuelling this epidemic. There are several other risk factors like infections, tobacco use and injuries that are amenable to prevention and control, he said at the event, jointly organised by the Department of Rheumatology, AIIMS, Delhi, and the Centre for Rheumatic Diseases (CRD), Pune. Arthritis is a leading non-communicable disease. It erodes quality of life, productivity, and even lifespan, yet India has no national program dedicated to arthritis. This is no longer just a medical issue, it's a public health emergency, he further added. Dr Chopra said that arthritis must be recognised as a national health priority. We urgently need the Ministry of Health, AYUSH, and professional associations to come together and launch awareness campaigns, invest in training more rheumatologists, and ensure early diagnosis at the primary care level, he added. Prof. Aman Sharma, the President Elect of the Indian Rheumatology Association, said the crying need is to provide suitable arthritis education to primary care providers who manage the bulk of illnesses in the community. Symptoms and clinical signs that are a warning for pending severe arthritis must be identified and lead to an early diagnosis and remedial treatment, he added. The COPCORD Project was launched by the World Health Organisation-International League of Associations for Rheumatology (WHO-ILAR) to measure the burden of pain, arthritis and disability in the community with the aim to improve musculoskeletal health through health education, and preventive and control medical strategy.
Hrudaya Jyothi Scheme to cover all taluk hospitals in Karnataka
BENGALURU: The Karnataka government has announced that the Puneeth Rajkumar Hrudaya Jyothi Yojane (Karnataka STEMI Management Programme) will be expanded to all taluk hospitals across the state. The announcement was made on the occasion of World Heart Day, on Monday. Karnataka Health and Family Welfare Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao highlighted that the scheme launched to address the rising incidence of cardiovascular diseases has made a significant impact. So far, electrocardiograms (ECGs) have been conducted for 9,21,020 individuals under the programme. Of these, 13,515 patients were diagnosed with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) cases, while 7,815 individuals with severe cardiac complications received advanced treatment, including thrombolysis, angioplasty, stenting, and coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), he minister added. Rao highlighted that the timely administration of Tenecteplase injections under the scheme has successfully prevented sudden cardiac arrest in 1,106 patients. The government noted that the initiative has already saved thousands of lives and aims to reduce cardiac mortality further through its statewide expansion, he added. Urging the public to avail the benefits of the scheme, he said, The public is advised that anyone experiencing chest pain should not ignore the symptoms but should avail themselves of the free screening facilities under the scheme and obtain necessary treatment without delay.
Ranchi Diary | Vatican-themed puja pandal sparks row
A Vatican-inspired Durga Puja pandal in Ranchi has triggered controversy after the VHP and the BJP objected to its design, alleging that it hurt Hindu sentiments. The pandal, set up by RR Sporting Club, featured tall pillars, domes, and sculptures resembling European cathedrals. Inside, above the platform housing the Durga idol, framed portraits of Jesus, Mary, and other Christian figures were displayed. Visuals of the pandal went viral on social media, prompting criticism from Hindu organisations. Following the backlash, the organisers announced modifications to the structure. They removed crosses from statues and replaced Christian images with depictions of Hindu gods and goddesses. Jharkhand gears up to become an IT hub Jharkhand is on its way to becoming an IT hub as efforts are being made to facilitate top global tech companies, including Google, Wipro, and TCS, setting up offices in Ranchi. The state government has initiated preparations and started the process of identifying 100 acres of land for this purpose. It has also implemented the IT Policy 2025, which offers tax incentives and improved infrastructure to IT companies for investment. According to government sources, discussions are underway with Infosys and Tech Mahindra. The government aims to develop Ranchi into an IT hub similar to Bengaluru and Pune. Fine for driving a car without helmet The Bokaro RTO issued a Rs 1,000 fine to a car driver for not wearing a helmet. Anand Kumar Singh, a resident of Jhumri Tilaiya in Koderma, received a message link on his mobile phone from the Bokaro RTO on August 20. Upon opening the link, he found that a Rs 1,000 fine had been imposed on his vehicle number JH 09 BB 5161 (a car) for not wearing a helmet. It was found that the fine was issued due to a technical fault. Bokaro Traffic DSP Vidya Shankar attributed it to a mechanical error, adding that the concerned officials had been notified. The matter is expected to be resolved soon. Mukesh Ranjan Our correspondent in Jharkhand mukesh.r@newindianexpress.com
Suspected kidney infection claims life of seventh child in MP's Chhindwara in 30 days
CHHINDWARA: A 4-year-old boy from Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh has died due to a suspected kidney infection, marking the seventh such child fatality in the district this month, officials said. Authorities have collected different samples from the areas concerned to identify the source of infection, the initial symptoms of which include high fever and difficulty in urinating, they said. The deaths have been reported mainly from Tamia and adjoining Koylanchal areas, about 55 km from the district headquarters, where several other children are undergoing treatment in private hospitals, the officials said on Sunday, as authorities grappled with the rising number of such cases. In the latest case, Vikas Yaduvanshi (4), a resident of Dighawani village in Chhindwara district, died at a hospital in Nagpur in neighbouring Maharashtra on Saturday. His last rites were performed at his native place on Sunday, the officials informed. Chhindwara collector Shailendra Singh said government doctors have been instructed to provide the best possible medical care to children showing symptoms of the infection and remain fully proactive. Patients requiring immediate advanced treatment should be referred to AIIMS Nagpur (about 150 km from the area). If needed, arrangements for the Madhya Pradesh government's 'PM Shri Air Ambulance Service' will be made to airlift patients to save lives, Singh told PTI on Sunday. He said Chief Minister Mohan Yadav spoke to him over the phone and asked him to ensure that patients receive prompt and best treatment. District hospital paediatrician Dr Deepak Patel said seven children -- aged between one and seven years -- have succumbed to the infection so far. A team from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), New Delhi, recently surveyed the affected areas and collected samples for testing, he added. A health department team from Bhopal also collected water samples from households. These have been sent to a laboratory in Pune. The exact cause of the deaths will be known after reports arrive, Dr Patel said. Acting Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO) Naresh Gunnade said the first suspected case of the infection was reported on August 24 followed by the first death on September 7. According to officials, the initial symptoms included high fever and difficulty in urinating. Residents of affected villages remain anxious as authorities continue efforts to identify the source of the infection and curb further casualties. At present, seven children -- three in Chhindwara and four in Nagpur -- are under treatment and their condition is out of danger, stated the officials.
Why play cricket with Pak when ties in other areas are suspended? Owaisi slams govt
Pune: All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi on Monday questioned why India played cricket with Pakistan in the Asia Cup when ties had been suspended with Islamabad in other areas following its support to terrorism with the latest incident being the Pahalgam massacre. The Lok Sabha MP from Hyderabad, however, clarified he has 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 .
State government announces the expansion of the scheme to all taluk hospitals across the State.
Two more held in Gujarat's Rs 194 crore turmeric farm scam, total arrests rise to 12
AHMEDABAD: Gujarats Rajkot witnessed one of the biggest-ever financial scams where traders were lured in with hopes of a high-return turmeric farming, only to be duped of Rs 64.80 crore. The traders were duped by Maharashtra-based A.S. Agri & Aqua LLP, which later defaulted on a total payment of Rs 194 crore as per the agreement. Two key engineers-turned-marketing-executives, who played a pivotal role in the racket, were arrested by the Crime Branch in Maharashtra, taking the total arrests to 12. The duo has been remanded till September 30. However, seven accused, including the mastermind and the companys 55 per cent owner, Prashant Jade, still remain absconding. The arrested have been identified as Kamlesh Mahadevrao Ozhe and Avinash Baban Sangle, from Maharashtras Kalwar and Narpoli areas. Both are engineers-turned-marketing executives and 2.5 per cent partners in the company. Investigations revealed that Rs 62 lakh was funneled into Kamleshs account and Rs 92 lakh into Avinashs account directly from the companys funds. Initially investors themselves, the duo later joined the company as partners in 2021, aggressively marketing the scheme to other investors. They collected sensitive data, built investor networks, and convinced traders with slick presentations and YouTube videos showcasing successful turmeric farms. The complaint, filed by Rajkot businessman Prashantbhai Pradeepbhai Kanabar, details how the scam took place. In 2021, Kanabar invested Rs 64.80 crore after being promised Rs 1.20 crore returns per acre every year for six years. He leased 108 acres of land across Gujarat for the project. The agreement stated that the company would build polyhouses, manage cultivation, and handle sales. However, after receiving the funds, the company did none of what was promised. When payment became due in January 2023, the company only gave written assurances, promising to return Rs 58.32 crore after administrative deductions. Suspicious of delays, Kanabar personally met company chairman Ivan Albert D'Cruz in Mumbai, who again verbally assured repayment, however, no money was returned. The scam deepened further as investigators uncovered frauds in Vadodara, Amreli, Thane, and Pune, suggesting a multi-state network. Rs 194 crore, due between 2023 and 2025, remains unpaid. The Crime Branch, led by PI Manoj Damor, has formed multiple teams to trace the remaining absconding accused. It is reported that Prashant Jade had hired over 100 marketing agents and made use of a massive promotional campaign to lure unsuspecting investors. Police are now tracking the flow of money through the accounts of several Maharashtra-based individuals to expose the full scale of the operation.
UPSC NDA, Naval Academy Exam 2 2025 Result To Be Out Soon, Check Details Here
UPSC NDA 2 Result 2025: Candidates with their name in the merit list will go through training at the National Defence Academy (NDA), Khadakwasla (Pune) before being commissioned into the Armed Forces.
Torrential rains lashed Maharashtra for the second consecutive day on Sunday, causing five deaths and affecting several regions, including Mumbai, Konkan, and Marathwada. More than 11,000 people were shifted to safer locations, with 7,200 from flood-hit Marathwada. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD has predicted increased rainfall, issuing a red alert for Palghar and parts of Nashik and an orange alert for Thane, Pune, and Raigad for Monday.
Maharashtra rains: Several Pune dams release water amid continuous rainfall
According to information from the state ministry in Mumbai, isolated locations in the Pune ghat region are likely to experience intense downpours. The administration has urged residents, particularly those in low-lying areas, to stay cautious
Marriage registration through video KYC an instant hit in Kerala; A boon to NRKs
Kerala has made marriage registration easier with its K-SMART digital platform, allowing couples to register weddings online from anywhere without being physically present. Dr. Anish R and Dr. Prakruthi K registered their marriage from Pune, over 1,200 km from Kerala.
Tempo Loses Control On Pune Highway, 1 Dead; Horrific Accident Caught On Camera
One person was killed in a horrific crash between two tempos on Pune-Solapur National Highway.
IMD issues red alert for Maharashtra: NDRF deploys six teams for relief ops
Two teams each have been sent to Solapur and Dharashiv, while Beed and Latur have received one team each. Additionally, NDRF units stationed in Pune, Mumbai, Thane, and Nagpur have been placed on high alert for rapid deployment to assist local authorities, if needed
NDA 2 Result 2025: Know Expected Release Date, Steps To Download, Other Key Details
NDA 2 Result 2025: Candidates making it to the final merit list will undergo training at the National Defence Academy (NDA), Khadakwasla (Pune) before being commissioned into the Armed Forces.
The Bombay High Court recently expressed shock at Savitribai Phule Pune University's circular allowing first-year failures provisional third-year admission, deeming it a lowering of academic standards. Criticizing the Maharashtra government's 'carry on' policy, the court issued notices to all state universities, scheduling an urgent hearing. This policy was seen as detrimental to quality education.
International travel picks pace in August, up by 7%
NEW DELHI: Airports across the country recorded 3.3 crore passengers in August 2025, marking a one percent increase from the 3.27 crore passengers who flew during the same period last year. Despite a negative growth domestically, international traffic has driven air passenger growth across the country, reveals the Airports Authority of India (AAI). The Air Traffic Report, made public by AAI on Thursday, reveals that 66,73,252 flyers opted to travel abroad last month, marking a 7.7% increase over the 61,93,449 flyers recorded during the same month in 2024. A total of 2,64,06,660 passengers travelled domestically in August 2025 as compared to 2,65,48,845 in the corresponding period last year, marking a slight dip of 0.5% (zero point 5). The Air Traffic Movements (Arrival and Departures) reveal a 1.5% dip with 2,54,440 ATMs in August 2025 versus 2,58,310 in August 2024. A similar comparison of the patronage registered in the first five months of the ongoing financial year reveals a 3.4% increase in overall passenger count over the previous year-- 17.03 crore flyers versus 16.47 crore flyers. Yet again, international patronage has seen an increase of 6.8% while domestic passengers have gone up by 2.6% in April August this year versus same period last year. Max growth in international flyers in Aug 25 Pune airport has recorded the maxiumum growth of 80.7% in international passengers in August 2025 (24,303 flyers) over August 2024. The other airports which have registered commendable growth in international traffic are Coimbatore with a 48% increase (28,990 passangers), Surat with 41% increase (15,442) Mangaluru 40.2% (72,849) and Bagdogra 37.5% increase (1877 flyers). Guwahati and Chandigarh airports have dropped more than 20% of their passenger recorded during the compared period last year. Domestically, the airports that have recorded a substantial increase in August this year over the figures recorded in the same month in 2024 are: Kishangarh 93.1% (11,277 psgrs), Jaisalmer 91.2% (64), Dharbanga 87.4% (66,826), Agatti 66.3% (8725), Guwahati 63.1% 727500), Tiruchirappali 56% increase, Cudappah 55.6% (426), Tuticorin 54.8% (29788) and Agra 43.5% (17496). AAI & ICAO sign project to review height restrictions The Airports Authority of India (AAI) and the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) have signed a significant Project Document to review Indias national regulations on height restrictions around aerodromes, marking a key step in strengthening the countrys aviation safety framework. NHAI revises guidelines for signboards on highways The NHAI has updated its signboard guidelines, making roadside boards more informative and user-friendly. These boards will display details of at least 20 essential services and include QR codes for digital access to the most up-to-date information.
Trump Policies on H-1B Visas have potential to transform Indias High-Tech sector
Experts project a new decade of resurgence in IT and AI if centre take right move By T N Ashok NEW YORK: When the Indian IT boom began in the late 1990s, the American Dream was its rocket fuel. Bright young engineers from Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Pune queued up for the H-1B [] The post Trump Policies on H-1B Visas have potential to transform Indias High-Tech sector appeared first on Northlines .
Hyderabad, Secunderabad to get new Vande Bharat trains to Maharashtra
Hyderabad: The Indian Railways has decided to introduce two new Vande Bharat services from the city, towards Maharashtra, bolstering rail connectivity between Telangana and the neighbouring state.According to a TOI report, the new services will be introduced between the Hyderabad-Pune and Secunderabad-Nanded routes. The new services are expected to reduce travel duration by two to 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 .
Three flights diverted due to bad weather at Hyderabad Airport
Hyderabad: Heavy rain lashing Hyderabad and its outskirts on Friday has affected flight operations at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), Shamshabad. Due to bad weather, three flights have been diverted so far, a spokesman of the international airport said here. IndiGo flights from Kolkata (6E 6623), Mumbai (6E 6148) and Pune (6E 352) have been 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 .
CDS General Anil Chauhan: Non-use of Air Force in 1962 a 'critical missed opportunity'
NEW DELHI: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has termed the non-deployment of the Indian Air Force (IAF) during the 1962 war with China as a critical missed opportunity, stating that the decision significantly limited India's military response. However, he asserted that much has changed in Indias strategic posture since then. In a recorded message played on Wednesday at the release of the revised edition of the late Lieutenant General S.P.P. Thorats autobiography Reveille to Retreat in Pune, General Chauhan also reflected on the shortcomings of the Forward Policy adopted by India before the war. He argued that applying it uniformly to Ladakh and the North East Frontier Agency (present-day Arunachal Pradesh) was flawed, given the two regions differing terrains and historical contexts. IAF Could Have Altered 1962 War Outcome That was a critical missed opportunity. Air power could have slowed, if not halted, the Chinese advance. The assumption that it would escalate the conflict doesn't stand scrutiny today, said the CDS, Indias senior-most military officer. He added that the geography, especially in the northeast, offered shorter turnaround times and logistical advantages to the IAF, which could have delivered significant payloads effectively. General Chauhan also noted that the use of air power in contemporary operations, such as Operation Sindoor launched in May 2025 following the Pahalgam terror attack, reflects a shift in strategic thinking. In those days, I think the use of the Air Force was considered escalatory. This is no longer true, he asserted. Critique of Forward Policy General Chauhan stressed that the Forward Policy should not have been applied uniformly across Ladakh and NEFA. In Ladakh, China had already occupied much of Indian territory, whereas in NEFA, the legitimacy of Indias claim was stronger. To equate the two and pursue identical policies was, in my view, a bit flawed, he remarked. Forward Policy refers to a military strategy where contested areas are secured by creating posts and deploying troops, often in difficult terrain. Thorats Strategic Foresight Ignored The book release also brought to light the prescient warnings of Lt Gen S.P.P. Thorat, who, as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Eastern Command, had conducted a comprehensive assessment of Indias vulnerabilities along the China border. His detailed report, shared with then Army Chief General K.S. Thimayya and forwarded to Defence Minister V.K. Krishna Menon, highlighted the need for bolstered defences. Despite further evaluations like the 1960 Exercise Lal Qila, the report never reached Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. A Strategic Legacy Describing Reveille to Retreat as a window into India's strategic thought, General Chauhan said the revised edition of Thorats autobiography goes beyond personal memoir, offering enduring lessons in leadership, military planning, and national security. In honouring this revised edition, we pay tribute not just to a decorated soldier, but to the wisdom he left for future generations, Chauhan noted. The CDS concluded by observing that while geography and geopolitics have evolved since 1962, the insights and leadership demonstrated by officers like Lt Gen Thorat continue to hold relevance in Indias defence discourse today.
Pune drug party case: Court grants bail to Khadse`s son-in-law
The crime branch of Pune Police had raided a studio apartment in the upscale Kharadi area in the early hours of July 27 and allegedly busted a drug party going on there
