A group of youngsters returning home after a late-night party allegedly hit a disabled man walking along the road.
Comeback shot! Kerala lines up first-ever basketball franchise league
KOCHI: For decades, basketball ruled Keralas playgrounds, especially in schools and colleges. The state produced stars who dazzled on national and international courts, and galleries once filled up for neighbourhood games as if they were festival matches. Now, in an ambitious bid to relive that golden era and bring back the lost frenzy, the Kerala Basketball Association (KBA) is set to roll out the states first-ever exclusive basketball league in April 2026. The developmental competition titled Basketball League Kerala to debut in Kochi is KBAs biggest push yet to revive a sport whose grassroots sheen has dimmed even as Keralas women continue to shine on the national stage. Back then, basketball courts were always packed, just like football or volleyball. We have lost that completely, recalled veteran player George Zachariah, captain of Keralas 1983 senior nationals squad. College teams used to dominate. Now, its the school teams that are doing well. This league is a great chance to revive the sport. In its first season, the league will feature only Kerala-based players and is structured as a full-fledged talent pipeline. It is being organised in association with Kochi-based Starting Five Sports Management which has struck a 20-year partnership with KBA and Pune-based ABCFF League, the team behind Maharashtras successful basketball league. Scouting begins this December, when registered players in four categories U-14 boys and girls, and U-18 boys and girls will compete in a unique One Minute to Hoop Skill (OMH) challenge. Shortlisted players will go through match-play trials in late January, after which 100 players will enter a digital auction powered by virtual points. Six franchise teams will build their squads from this pool. Leagues like this make children serious about the sport from a very young age, said Anirudh Pole, CEO of ABCFF and a coach who helped build Maharashtras league in just four years. BLK Season 1, scheduled from April 2 to 12 at the Regional Sports Centre, Kochi, will pack in 72 matches the biggest competitive stage Keralas U-14 and U-18 talent has ever had. The tournament will be streamed on FanCode. It will also open the doors for 48 Kerala coaches, alongside referees and support staff, to be part of the league ecosystem. Looking at Keralas basketball arc, KBA life president and former state captain P J Sunny pointed to the financial strain that has stunted the sports growth. Expenses have been really high. It has affected the number of high-level tournaments. We need money both to support players and to run advanced facilities. Were trying to revive all that now, he said at the launch event in Kochi. KBA officials added that a senior league too is planned for next season.
Mini TM appointed as Executive Director of Indian Bank
She has served in various positions holding the rank of Zonal Manager in Pune, Bangalore and New Delhi Zones
Dubai-based DAMAC opens GCC in Noida; plans second facility in Pune
The company will also soon set up a GCC in Pune, DAMAC said in a statement. DAMAC Group has launched its new global services arm, DAMAC Shared Services India (DSSI). It has rented 22,622 sq ft office space in Noida to set up the capability centre.
Pune Farmer Deposits Rs 2.5 Crore In Joint Account, Son Secretly Swipes Rs 1.8 Crore
The joint account was opened in the names of the son, daughter-in-law, and grandson. The farmer said he trusted them because of his age and found handling banking work difficult
Dhanush sings Usey Kehna from Tere Ishk Mein at AR Rahman's Pune concert. Watch
Dhanush sings Usey Kehna from Tere Ishk Mein at AR Rahman's Pune concert. Watch
South African Centurion Senuran Muthusamy Celebrates 'Awesome' Test Journey
South Africa's Senuran Muthusamy on Sunday said he overcame doubts about his career after a forgettable first taste of Test cricket in India to come back and register his maiden century. Muthusamy made 109 in South Africa's imposing 489 all out on day two of the second Test in Guwahati to frustrate the Indian attack with his grit and patience. A left-hander who bowls spin, Muthusamy missed the team's opening win but returned for the final Test -- his eighth -- to make an instant impact batting at number seven. The 31-year-old put on a key eighth-wicket stand of 97 with Marco Jansen and reached his hundred in 192 balls for life to come full circle in a country where he can trace his roots back several generations to the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. My journey's been unique, Muthusamy told reporters. (I) Got a taste of international cricket in 2019 in India, debuted here, went back into the wilderness a little bit. There were times, especially after 2019, where I wasn't sure if I'd ever play Test cricket again and certainly not in India after we lost that series. I've got a really cool group around me, so I'm very grateful for their support and their love. Yeah, it's an awesome journey, he said. Muthusamy fared well enough with the bat in his debut at Visakhapatnam in 2019, unbeaten in both innings for 33 and 49. But he made just nine and seven in the following Test in Pune. With the ball he claimed just two wickets in two heavy defeats and slipped out of favour. He played a Test each in 2023 and 2024 but returned with force this year and claimed 11 wickets and scored 106 runs to be named player of the series in South Africa's recent 1-1 draw in Pakistan. It's tough being a spinning all-rounder in South Africa, Muthusamy said. Conditions are a lot different (in South Africa) to the sub-continent. But when we get an opportunity to come to the sub-continent... it's an awesome challenge that we look forward to. I see myself as an all-rounder so I try to contribute where I can towards the team's cause. I just try to add as much value as I can. Temba Bavuma's South Africa are chasing their first Test series win in India since Hansie Cronje's team triumphed in 2000. The pitch in Guwahati still looks to be full of runs and despite a good first innings total the South African spin attack of Simon Harmer, Keshav Maharaj and Muthusamy face a tough challenge dislodging the Indian batters. I think Simon's got over a thousand first class wickets, Kesh has over 200 international wickets, said Muthusamy. Also Read: Live Cricket Score So there's a vast amount of experience and I look forward to seeing how things unfold.
Tishman Speyer, Axis CRE tie up with Kasturi Housing for Rs 1,700 cr Pune office development
Global firms Tishman Speyer and Axis Commercial Real Estate Fund are joining forces with Kasturi Housing. They will develop a Rs 1,700 crore commercial and IT office project in Pune's Balewadi. This venture will create approximately 1 million sq ft of premium office space. Tishman and Axis will hold a combined 50% stake in the development.
Illegal arms case: Gangs sourced weapons from MP village, says Pune Police
In a large-scale operation carried out jointly with the Madhya Pradesh Police, authorities raided Umarti village in Barwani district, about 500 kilometres from Pune. They detained 36 people and seized a substantial cache of weapons
Ajit Pawar funds-votes remark: NCP (SP) alleges threat to voters, asks EC to act
During a campaign on Friday for the Malegaon Nagar Panchayat elections in Baramati tehsil of Pune district, Ajit Pawar reportedly stated that he would ensure there was no shortage of funds for the town if voters elected his partys candidates
IPL: After RCB, Rajasthan Royals now eye Pune as new home
Rajasthan Royals are considering moving most of their 2026 home games to Pune. Franchise officials visited the MCA Stadium in Gahunje and expressed interest. The Maharashtra Cricket Association is willing to host. The final approval rests with the BCCI. This move comes as the Royals are unhappy with the facilities in Jaipur. Other venues like Indore were also scouted.
Leopard Spotted Roaming In Pune Residential Area, Search Operation Underway
The Forest Department launched a large search using thermal drones and other equipment after a leopard was seen in a residential area in Aundh, Pune, on Sunday, an official said.
Rajasthan Royals Have Approached MCA For Hosting IPL 2026 Games In Pune, Reveals Secretary
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Just a week after it emerged that Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have been in discussions with the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) to host their IPL 2026 home fixtures in Pune, secretary Adv. Kamlesh Pisal has disclosed that Rajasthan Royals (RR) too have expressed interest in hosting some of their home matches at the MCA Stadium. RCB had also approached us for hosting their IPL 2026 home games, and the discussions are still ongoing with them. Now, the Rajasthan Royals have approached us for hosting their home games in IPL 2026. They had come to Pune recently, inspected the stadium, done the recce around it and have also shown willingness to host a part of their home matches here. Now it is left with the BCCI to confirm the venue and which teams matches it will host in IPL 2026, Pisal told IANS on Sunday. RRs decision to move some of their home matches away from their primary venue at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur arises from ongoing disagreements with the Rajasthan Cricket Association. As IPL 2008 winners, RR also have an alternative home ground at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, where they will host a few fixtures in the 2026 season. Tensions escalated in IPL 2025 when an RCA official levelled match-fixing allegations against the franchise, something which they categorically denied while calling for strict action against the individual concerned. It is understood that, with two IPL teams willing to host games in Pune, the association is in contemplation mode and a final decision is expected in the coming days. Tensions escalated in IPL 2025 when an RCA official levelled match-fixing allegations against the franchise, something which they categorically denied while calling for strict action against the individual concerned. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Apart from hosting mens international matches across all formats, including the 2023 Mens ODI World Cup and the Womens T20 Challenge, the MCA Stadium has also served as the home ground for Pune Warriors India, Rising Pune Supergiant, and Punjab Kings at various times during the 2010s IPL seasons. The MCA Stadium in Pune will also host an AR Rahman concert, scheduled to begin at 5 pm on Sunday. Article Source: IANS
Hotel chains eye permanent placements in university towns
Radisson Hotel Group, which operates in Manipal and near the Symbiosis campus in Pune, says performance in these micro-markets has been consistently robust. Universities function as strong economic anchors, creating reliable, year-round business, said Nikhil Sharma, MD & COO, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group.
Pune cops bust arms-making units in M.P. village; 47 detained
The raid was conducted by a 105-member team comprising personnel from the crime branch and officials of wireless, drone, surveillance, and cyber sections
Pune cops bust arms-making units in MP village; 36 detained, huge cache of illegal weapons seized
PUNE: The Pune police on Saturday busted a major inter-state illegal arms manufacturing and trafficking racket being operated from Umarti village in Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, leading to the detention of 36 persons and seizure of a huge cache of illegal weapons, officials said. The operation was conducted after several pistols were seized in Pune city over the last three weeks with the supply links found in Madhya Pradesh, they said. During the operation, carried out jointly with the MP police, 50 furnaces, where weapons were being manufactured illegally, were destroyed, they said. Addressing a press conference, Pune's Joint Commissioner of Police Ranjan Kumar Sharma said, The Pune police conducted a combing operation in Madhya Pradesh. During the investigation of cases registered at the city's Vimantal and Kalepadal police stations, we received multiple inputs about the pistol making units located in MP. Police from Pune and Madhya Pradesh jointly carried out this action. Raids were conducted at several locations and arms-making units were demolished. A total of 36 people were taken into custody, he said. Over the past three weeks, a total of 21 pistols had been seized in Pune. During the interrogation of the accused held in the city, it came to light that the weapons brought to Pune were sourced from Madhya Pradesh. After that this operation was planned and carried out, the official added. This is a supply chain of weapons. Search is on for those who sent these weapons to Pune. Many more individuals are involved in this racket, and inquiry is still underway, the Joint CP said. A team of 105 police personnel from Pune, led by Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Somay Munde, took part in the operation.
Pune Police bust arms-making units in Madhya Pradesh village; 47 detained
The raid was conducted by a 105-member team comprising personnel from the crime branch and officials of wireless, drone, surveillance, and cyber sections
Terrified After Fatal Leopard Attacks, Pune Villagers Adopt Nail-Collars For Safety
Pimperkhed villagers in Shirur, Pune, wear nail-studded collars and install iron grills to protect themselves after deadly leopard attacks.
Established under a strategic collaboration between Starbucks Coffee Company & Tata Starbucks, the FSP aims to empower 10,000 Indian coffee farmers by 2030 Starbucks will open its 500th coffeehouse in India this week in Delhi NCR a Starbucks Reserve location offering a premium and immersive coffee experience Reaffirming its long-term commitment to India, and its plans to deepen its coffee leadership in the market, Starbucks Coffee Company today announced the establishment of a Farmer Support Partnership (FSP). In collaboration with Tata Starbucks Private Limited, the FSP will connect local agronomists and farmers to global farming best practices through open-source agronomy. Starbucks Coffee Company and Tata Starbucks re-affirm coffee leadership and announce a Farmer Support Partnership (FSP) to strengthen the coffee value chain from Bean to Cup Strengthening Indias coffee value chain from bean to cup Starbucks Coffee Trading Company, SARL (SCTC), Starbucks global procurement and trading subsidiary, will collaborate closely with Tata Starbucks to empower 10,000 farmers by 2030. The FSP based in Karnataka will combine Tata Starbucks deep local knowledge, Indias coffee-growing heritage, and decades of Starbucks global agronomy expertise. It will support farmers from Indias key coffee growing states including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala to strengthen connections with Starbucks global network, drive innovation, and share best practices in farming and sustainability to ensure a sustainable future for India coffee. The FSP will set up technical model farms in partnership with farmers in India, incorporating global learnings, to embed best practices in coffee agronomy and test sustainable solutions. The FSP in India will serve as a hub for testing new varietals, provide knowledge on innovative farming techniques aligned to Indian practices and conditions, and share insights about other agroforestry initiatives to improve coffee quality, productivity and climate resiliency. The goal is to build upon traditional methods to help farmers improve both the quality of their crops and their profitability. The FSP will work closely with existing centers of excellence within the Starbucks global network. This includes partnering with Farmer Support Centers (FSC) in coffee-growing regions around the world, where agronomists collaborate directly with farmers on research, and learning from existing model farms within Starbucks supply chain. This network includes FSCs in the APAC region in North Sumatra, Indonesia and Yunnan, China and Hacienda Alsacia in Costa Rica, Starbucks first company-operated coffee farm and headquarters to the Starbucks Costa Rica Farmer Support Center and Starbucks Global Research and Development team. Through the FSP, Indian farmers will also benefit from Starbucks 2026 global digital training tools, which will offer detailed online modules on agronomy, coffee quality, and C.A.F.E. (Coffee and Farmer Equity) practices to foster ethical sourcing and ultimately enhance productivity and sustainability. It will also educate farmers about Regen-Ag (regenerative agriculture) practices and methods to reduce carbon, water, and waste footprints, and contribute to agroforestry and social development initiatives. The FSP will develop projects across the key Starbucks commitments of unlocking coffee productivity, increasing farm profitability and building climate resiliency over the next 5 years. To build capability and strengthen Indias entire coffee value chain, Tata Starbucks will also donate one million high-yield variety Arabica seedlings to farmers over the next five years. During his visit to India this week, Brian Niccol, chairman and chief executive officer of Starbucks said, India is one of our fastest-growing markets. Were partnering with Tata to shape the future of coffee in India, including supporting farmers, empowering communities, and delivering the highest quality offerings to our customers. Its a long-term commitment to build a stronger, more sustainable coffee ecosystem that benefits everyone, from bean to cup . Sunil D'Souza, Managing Director & CEO at Tata Consumer Products said, Through the past decade, together, Tata Consumer Products and Starbucks, have helped shape Indias thriving coffee culture and industry. With this new initiative, we are pleased to pair Starbucks global agronomy expertise with Tatas footprint in India to drive tangible impact and pave the way for the future of responsible coffee farming in India . Re-affirming Starbucks coffee leadership through differentiated and elevated experiences Since its inception in 2012 as a joint venture between Starbucks Coffee Company and Tata Consumer Products, Tata Starbucks has been dedicated to delivering the unique Starbucks Experience to customers in India. This has set the stage for Indias ever evolving and dynamic coffee culture. This week, Tata Starbucks will celebrate the opening of its 500th coffeehouse in India, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey and reaffirming its long-term commitment to the market. As one of Starbucks fastest-growing international markets, India remains central to the companys plans for strategic and sustainable expansion, with continued focus on job creation and meaningful development opportunities for its partners (employees). The 500th coffeehouse will be the second location to offer a Starbucks Reserve coffee experience in Delhi NCR, engaging coffee enthusiasts with an immersive experience that showcases Starbucks coffee craft, heritage, and storytelling. The coffeehouse and its Starbucks Reserve experience underscore Tata Starbucks commitment to elevating Indias coffee craftsmanship through elevated store design, handcrafted beverages, and locally inspired innovations. As part of the global strategy to make Starbucks a welcoming coffeehouse where people gather to enjoy the finest coffee handcrafted by skilled baristas, Tata Starbucks will continue to focus on creating a differentiated and elevated coffee forward experience in India. It invites customers to experience the full flavor profile it offers - serving the worlds finest coffee and elevated offerings in a welcoming coffeehouse environment that has made it a beloved part of Indias coffee landscape. Sushant Dash, chief executive officer of Tata Starbucks said, As the largest specialty coffee player in India, we are proud to bring the Farmer Support Partnership in collaboration with SCTC, a meaningful step toward strengthening Indias coffee-growing community and securing the future of high-quality Arabica. Our commitment to India extends beyond growth, to investing in farmers, partners (employees) and customers to continue building a vibrant coffee culture. We will continue to serve the finest Arabica coffee from India and around the world, brought to life through the warm, welcoming third place experience that defines Starbucks . About Starbucks Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting high-quality arabica coffee. Today, with more than 40,000 stores worldwide, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at about.starbucks.com or starbucks.com . About Tata Starbucks Private Limited Starbucks entered the Indian market in October 2012 through a 50/50 Joint Venture with Tata Consumer Products Limited and currently operates more than 497 stores in India across 81 cities, Agra, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Alibaug, Amritsar, Anand, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Bhatinda, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Calicut, Chandigarh, Chennai, Dehradun, Faridabad, Gandhinagar, Ghaziabad, Goa, Guntur, Gurgaon, Guwahati, Gwalior Haridwar, Hyderabad, Coimbatore, Indore, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Jodhpur, Kanpur, Kochi, Kolhapur, Kolkata, Lonavala, Lucknow, Ludhiana, Mangalore, Meerut, Mumbai, Mussoorie, Mysore, Nagpur, Nashik, New Delhi, Noida, Pathankot, Patiala, Pondicherry, Pune, Raipur, Siliguri, Sonipat, Surat, Thrissur, Trivandrum, Udaipur, Vadodara, Vapi, Varanasi, Vijayawada, Varanasi and Vizag are cities in India. through a network of over 4,437 passionate partners (employees). Starbucks stores are operated by the joint venture, Tata Starbucks Private Limited, and branded as Starbucks Coffee - A TATA Alliance.
Charkop developer shooter, 3 aides held in Pune village
Pune land deal case: Police grill accused Shital Tejwani for over 5 hours
Tejwani was questioned on Thursday for more than five hours by the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) officials in the Pune land deal case registered at the Khadak police station, an official said
Uber partners with NGO Sulabh to direct drivers in nine cities to cleaner toilets
The partnership is in place in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Lucknow and Kolkata.
Police Question Pune Land Scam Accused Shital Tejwani For Over 5 Hours
Shital Tejwani was questioned by Pune police over the alleged illegal sale of government land to the firm, linked to Parth Pawar and Digvijay Patil.
Watch: Why has a Rs. 300 crore land deal sparked a political storminMaharashtra? | Pulse Maharashtra
At the heart of a controversial land deal in Pune, which has created trouble for Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawars son Parth Pawar, is a government officer. An officer, who the government itself now says, is used to misusing his power. What is the land deal? Who is this officer? And why is it that a demand for a fair probe continues despite the appointment of a high level committee? We speak to RTI activist Vijay Kumbhar.
`Implement immediate safety measures at Navale Bridge accident zone in Pune`
The information was shared by Pune Member of Parliament (MP) and Union Minister of State for Cooperation and Civil Aviation Muralidhar Mohol. The directive comes in the wake of a recent fatal accident at Navale Bridge that claimed eight lives
Six killed as SUV falls into gorge in Maharashtra's Raigad district
MUMBAI: Six young men out for a picnic were killed after their SUV fell into a 400-feet gorge at Tamhini Ghat in Maharashtra's Raigad district, police said on Thursday. While the accident apparently took place in the early hours of Tuesday, police were informed only on Thursday morning, an official said, adding that the vehicle was traced with the help of a drone camera. The victims, aged between 18 and 22 years, had set off from Pune in a Thar SUV late on Monday evening, the police official said. Tamhini Ghat, a scenic mountain road linking Raigad and Pune districts, is a popular picnic spot. The parents of some of the men approached police after losing contact with them since Tuesday morning. Police traced their mobile phone locations to Tamhini Ghat, and personnel of Mangaon police station launched a search operation on Thursday morning, the official said. After coming across a broken safety railing along a curve in the road, police deployed a drone and found the SUV stuck in a tree in the valley, he said. There were no eye witnesses but it is suspected that the driver lost control of the wheel at the spot leading to the accident, said the official. A rescue team of Raigad Police and local volunteers recovered the bodies on Thursday afternoon, he said, adding that all the victims were identified. The bodies were sent to a government hospital and will be handed over to the relatives after autopsies, the official said.
Fake CEO Claim on LinkedIn Triggers Debate on Digital Misinformation
A Pune mans false claim of leading a billion-dollar US AI startup exposes gaps in online identity verification.
Four feared dead as SUV plunges into deep gorge at Tamhini Ghat in Raigad
Teams from Pune-based NGOs RESQ CT and SVRSS are assisting the authorities, and drones are being used to help locate any additional victims in the difficult terrain
GE Aerospace to invest $14 million in its Pune manufacturing facility
New investment aims to strengthen the sites capabilities through upgraded manufacturing processes and automation, including enhancements that support advanced engine components
ParthPawar Land Probe Widens: Fake Entries, Dead Signatories &Stamp Duty Row Under KhargePanel Lens
The controversy began after allegations surfaced that government land in Pune was processed for transfer using flawed documentation
Surat cyber cell busts CFOs Rs 9 crore job scam hidden behind corporate facade
AHMEDABAD: Surat Cyber Cell has uncovered one of Gujarats most meticulously engineered cyber-fraud operations, masterminded by a highly educated, white-collar criminal. The accused, Nitesh Govani, a B.Sc. Mathematics graduate and Chief Finance Officer at a reputed Pune-based firm, created a corporate maze so convincing that more than 1,200 people were duped and Rs 9 crore siphoned off. A respectable profile masking a criminal mind On paper, Govani appeared to be the model urban professional: a strong academic background, excellent command over statistics, a Rs 65,000 monthly salary, and a 20% stake in his company. Yet behind this faade, he was driven by greed and an ambition for crores, not a modest monthly income. His criminal behaviour was not new. In 2021, he had been arrested in Ahmedabad for a similar data-entry scam, extorting victims by accusing them of violating digital contracts. A six-month stint in Sabarmati Jail became, according to investigators, a crime research lab in his head rather than a place of reform. A fraud blueprint conceived behind bars Upon release, Govani resolved not to abandon fraud but to refine it. His plan: build a scam that looked entirely legal from the outside. While continuing his job in Pune, he envisioned a more professional and layered scheme, one far harder to detect. Buying a loss-making company to appear legitimate Bank regulations required a company to be at least a year old for subscription-based deductions. To bypass this, Govani purchased a struggling Surat-based firm, Global Index, from its original owner, Sanket Mangrola. This shell company became the anchor of his deception. In 2024, he created a paper-only Dubai entity named Connecting All India, and launched another firm, White Solver, to lure jobseekers with data-entry roles offering Rs 20 per app download. The perfect trap: digital contracts + legal threats The fraud worked by interlinking three companies: White Solver offered the jobs. Global Index acted as an HR consultancy issuing contracts. Connecting All India was presented as the platform provider. Victims were persuaded to e-sign digital contracts, which Govani later weaponised to accuse them of breaches, threatening legal action to extort money. He kept the entire structure clean on paper, filing GST, paying taxes, and keeping documents immaculate. In a calculated move, he even sold Global Index on paper to an individual named Satyendra Pal, ensuring that if investigators traced the company, it would not lead back to him. Yet he continued to operate all login IDs, passwords, and financial mechanisms secretly. Police crack the code The elaborate faade collapsed when the Surat Cyber Cell began probing suspicious call-centre operations. As digital trails converged, the same name, Nitesh Govani, surfaced repeatedly behind multiple companies, transactions, and locations. DCP Bishakha Jain, who led the investigation, stated: He created a network of multiple companies only to make his fraud appear legal. White Solver offered jobs, Global Index managed HR contracts, and Connecting All India was shown as the app company. On paper he had sold Global Index, but we found that Nitesh himself operated all login IDs, passwords, and financial controls. Every document looked lawful, making this one of the most sophisticated cyber-fraud structures we have seen. She added: He exploited peoples desperation for work and loans, trapped them through digital signatures, and extorted money by instilling legal fear. Altogether, he cheated more than 1,200 citizens and siphoned over Rs 9 crore. The end of the mathematical fraud Govani sought not only to extort money but also to inflate the valuation of his bogus Dubai company by amassing vast amounts of user data. However, his mathematical precision and corporate camouflage ultimately collapsed under the weight of forensic cyber investigation. With his arrest, Surat Cyber Cell has exposed how an educated CFO turned his degree, his job title, and corporate sophistication into tools to exploit thousands of innocent people, until the carefully crafted illusion finally crumbled.
National-Level Shooter Alleges Conductor Molested Her In Moving Bus In Indore
Indore saw a late-night drama on Tuesday when a national-level shooter alleged a conductor in a Pune-bound private bus touched her inappropriately. The allegation triggered chaos, panic, and a dramatic chase-like situation on the city's streets.
Vedanta readies new gold, copper play in major bet on Saudi Arabia's massive transformation plan
Vedanta Ltd has created a metals value chain in India so we know what has to be done and how it has to be done, said Puneet Khurana, chief executive officer of copper and nickel for India and Gulf Cooperation Council countries. Theyre now prepared to do it for the Saudis also.
A national-level shooter was allegedly harassed by a conductor on a BhopalPune bus. After she attempted to file a complaint, the driver and conductor fled, leaving passengers stranded for hours in the cold. Police have registered a case and ...
Art of Living Wins Top National Awards for Reviving Rivers and Strengthening Water Security
Founded by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, The Art of Living has been nationally recognised for its large scale environmental leadership with two prestigious honours at the 6th National Water Awards and the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari Awards 1.0 presented by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India. Receiving the Best NGO for Water Conservation title along with a national recognition under the Best Civil Society category, the organisation continues to shape Indias water security and ecological resilience with impactful, community driven action. Shri Prasana Prabhu and Shri Br. Pragyachaitanya receiving the Best Civil Society Award from Union Jal Shakti Minister Shri C.R. Patil The award was received by Shri Prasana Prabhu, Chairman of Art of Livings Sri Sri Institute of Agricultural Sciences and Technology Trust (AOL-SSIAST) and the Sri Sri Rural Development Programme Trust (AOL-SSRDP), along with Shri Br Pragyachaitanya , Chairman of Art of Livings Vyakti Vikas Kendra. The Art of Living proudly receives the Best NGO Award for Water Conservation The ceremony was graced by the Honble President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, underscoring the national importance of water sustainability. She was joined by Shri C. R. Patil, Union Jal Shakti Minister, Shri V. Somanna and Shri Raj Bhushan Choudhary, Ministers of State for Jal Shakti, Shri Ashok K. K. Meena, Secretary, Drinking Water and Sanitation, and Shri V. L. Kantha Rao, Secretary, Water Resources and Ganga Rejuvenation. During the ceremony, President Smt Droupadi Murmu noted that climate change is disrupting the water cycle and stressed that government and citizens must work together with steady commitment toward water availability and water security. She highlighted that along with water treatment and recirculation, several industrial units have already achieved zero pollutant discharge. Reinforcing the spirit of national collaboration, Shri C. R. Patil praised the efforts of organisations contributing to Jal Sanchay and Janbhagidari . In this movement, The Art of Living has emerged as a key contributor by reviving 75+ rivers and creating more than 1,05,000 recharge structures that conserve over 174 billion litres of water. This work has improved water access for 3.45 crore people across 20,000 villages, strengthening community resilience. Aligned with the national call for shared responsibility, AOL SSRDP is driving a measurable impact on the ground. The organisation has been reducing water pollution by treating contaminated water, promoting the recirculation of processed water, and preventing further discharge of pollutants into rivers and water bodies. Through its JalShuddhi initiative, it has restored 152 polluted water bodies, strengthening groundwater recharge and urban water resilience. This includes the revival of 102 temple ponds in Chennai, 11 drains in Agra, 24 drains in Pune, and the Barapulla drain in Delhi NCR, creating clear evidence of sustained ecological healing driven by community participation and scientific intervention. Shri V. L. Kantha Rao, said that the Namami Gange Mission has become a national model for pollution control and river basin rejuvenation. In this direction, AOL-SSIAST is promoting Natural Farming in Uttar Pradeshs Kanpur and Raebareli, ensuring cleaner recharge into the Ganga. Under the Namami Gange Project, more than 4,500 farmers have been trained and about 3,500 hectares converted to chemical free cultivation along the river. This shift is reducing chemical runoff and strengthening water conservation in the basin. Till now AOL-SSIAST has trained 3 million farmers across 24 states and facilitated the planting of 100 million trees in 36 countries. On receiving the award, Chairman (AOL-SSIAST & AOL-SSRDP)Shri Prasana Prabhu said, I offer my heartfelt gratitude to the Honble President of India, the Ministry of Jal Shakti, and every volunteer and partner supporting this mission. This recognition strengthens our resolve to advance water conservation and pollution mitigation. About The Art of Living 800 million lives impacted in 180 countries 75+ rivers and tributaries revived 3 million farmers trained in Natural Farming across 24 states 100 million trees planted in 36 countries and 26 states 8,00,000+ lives transformed, with the Prison Program active in 65 countries 4,75,000+ youth trained in livelihood skills across 500 districts 1,327 free schools educating 1,00,000+ children in 2,032 villages Support the Mission ssrdp.artofliving.org/donate-ssrdp Join Us in Making a Difference AOL-SSIAST AOL-SSRDP ssiast.artofliving.org ssrdp.artofliving.org x.com/ssiast x.com/srisrirdp www.facebook.com/ssiast.artofliving www.facebook.com/SriSriRDP instagram.com/ssiast_artofliving www.instagram.com/srisrirdp www.youtube.com/@SSIAST www.youtube.com/@srisriRDP
Ajit Pawars Son Parth Not Named In Probe Report On 300-Crore Pune Land Deal
The other two individuals named in the report are Digvijay PatilParth Pawars cousin and business partnerand Sheetal Tejwani, who held the power of attorney for the landowners.
Digital Arrest Scam: Ex-Professor, Couple Lose Over Rs 5 Crore After Threat Over 'Terror Links
In Pune district, scammers posing as police duped an ex-professor and an elderly couple, stealing over Rs 5 crore through digital arrest scams. FIRs were filed.
National-level shooter molested in Pune-bound bus, conductor on run
BHOPAL: High drama unfolded on board a private bus in Madhya Pradeshs commercial capital Indore on the intervening night of Monday and Tuesday, after a national-level woman shooter accused the conductor of touching her inappropriately. According to Indore police sources, the shooter, who hails from Pune, was in Bhopal recently for a national level shooting competition. She boarded the private bus from the MP capital on Monday to return to Pune via Indore. The shooter, aged around 30 years, alleged that the conductor touched her inappropriately under the pretext of enquiring about her ticket. When the bus was stopped by the routine night police patrolling party in Indores Rajendra Nagar, the shooter created a ruckus, accusing the conductor of misconduct. Fearing police action, the bus driver and the conductor fled from the vehicle leaving all the passengers stranded on the road. The bus had reached Indore at around 1.30 am and after the issue cropped up, the Rajendra Nagar police found an alternative driver and conductor, who finally drove the bus for the onward journey. When the police asked for a written complaint, she said she would consult family and get back, Additional DCP-Indore Crime Branch Rajesh Dandotiya told this newspaper. The shooter, however, was yet to report the matter to police, till the filing of this news report on Tuesday evening. The bus left for its further journey after around an hour and halfs delay at around 3.15 am. The incident took place 25 days after two players of the Australia women cricket team present in the city for ICC Women ODI World Cup matches, were allegedly stalked and molested in broad daylight by a notorious man Aqeel, while they were walking to a popular cafe from the Radisson Blu hotel. The duo was previously involved in many other criminal cases. They were arrested a day later by the Indore Police.
After Pune land case, panel urges tighter control over property registration system
IGR probe panel indicts sub-registrar and two parties in Pune land case
Pune land deal: Report indicts govt official, two others; Parth Pawar not mentioned
A committee report has indicted three individuals in a controversial Rs 300 crore land deal. The deal involved a company where Parth Pawar is a partner. The report found government land was sold improperly. Stamp duty was also waived. The committee recommended measures to prevent future fraudulent deals. The company has been asked to pay stamp duty.
Conduct independent probe in Pune-Bangalore highway crash: SC panel to Maharashtra government
Protests over Shivaji bust removal from Pune govt office; reinstated amid uproar
The protesting outfits opposed the removal of the bust, claiming it had been part of a heritage structure
Pune`s Navale Bridge sees yet another crash on steep descent
A few passengers suffered minor injuries, and traffic was restored quickly after police reached the spot. The crash comes soon after the November 13 incident on the same bridge, where a speeding trailer rammed multiple vehicles and a private car caught fire, killing eight passengers trapped inside
Belagavi knitwear designer awarded in Pune
Fed Up With Thar Breaking Down, Pune Man Gets Donkeys To Pull It To Showroom
Fed up with recurring malfunctions in his newly purchased Mahindra Thar SUV, a man in Maharashtra's Pune district staged a unique protest against the vehicle's dealer by having donkeys pull the car to the showroom.
Maharashtra govt ramps up measures to curb leopard attacks; AI, drones used for surveillance
Maharashtra is boosting efforts against leopard threats. AI alerts, extra cages, and drone surveillance are being deployed in Pune, Ahilyanagar, and Nashik. Local youth will assist forest teams. Increased power supply for farmers aims to reduce night-time farm visits. Rs 11 crore is allocated for machinery and manpower. Safety measures are heightened for the upcoming Kumbh Mela in Nashik.
Vehant Technologies gets Rs 40 cr order from AAI to install explosive detectors at airports
MUMBAI, Nov 17: Vehant Technologies on Monday said it has secured an order worth Rs 40 crore from Airports Authority of India for supply, installation and maintenance of 232 units of Explosive Trace Detectors (ETDs) at over 60 airports in the country. The airports include Chennai, Kolkata, Pune, Varanasi, Srinagar, Jammu, Amritsar, Port Blair, Coimbatore, among others, the company said. The company had received an order for 20 units of ETD NanoSniffer from AAI for deployment on trial basis, [] The post Vehant Technologies gets Rs 40 cr order from AAI to install explosive detectors at airports appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mumbai-Pune Expressway to add more lanes; MAJOR expansion set to be completed by...
The project aims to ease growing traffic congestion on the busy 95-kilometre corridor and is expected to cost around Rs 14,260 crore.
PUNE: NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar has said he intends to raise the issue of pre-election fund transfers to women under a government scheme in Bihar during his discussions with Opposition leaders. His remarks came days after the ruling NDA secured a landslide victory in the Bihar elections by decimating the Opposition Mahagathbandhan bloc. The poll outcome turned out different from our expectations; however, one has to accept the mandate of the people. Everyone saw that in Maharashtra and Bihar, schemes like Ladki Bahin and direct benefit transfers of Rs 10,000 to women were rolled out just before the polls. Such things were never witnessed earlier, Pawar told reporters in Solapur on Sunday. He was referring to the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana , which provides money to a woman member of each family for setting up a business in Bihar. Under the scheme, Rs 10,000 each was transferred to the bank accounts of women in Bihar ahead of the state polls. Pawar said he had heard that money is distributed during local body elections, but a government providing Rs 10,000 directly to women ahead of the state elections is something new. If the deposition of Rs 10,000 was the reason behind the (NDA's victory in) Bihar elections, then we need to think over it. The Parliament session is scheduled to start on December 1.During this period, we will discuss this issue by bringing together key Opposition leaders and chalk out a response. At least, I am thinking in this direction, he said. Earlier, Pawar had wondered how the Election Commission allowed the distribution of funds during the poll process in Bihar.
Mumbai: Falling boulder injures woman at Punes Rajgad Fort
Team India needs to end gambling on rank turners
Indore 2023 versus Australia, Pune and Mumbai against New Zealand last year and Sundays crushing loss have all laid bare the fact that Indians are no longer good players of spin
A Pune software engineer's engineering education was funded by the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation. Kshitij Vaze shared his story on X, detailing how the charity supported him due to his merit and family's financial situation. He maintained an 8+ CGPA to keep the scholarship despite financial stress and the emotional tribute was appreciated by netizens.
Maharashtra IPS officer Suvez Haque moves to Police HQ after deputation
Senior IPS officer Suvez Haque has been appointed Inspector General of Police (Planning and Coordination) in Maharashtra. This comes after his return from central deputation, with the post being downgraded to accommodate him. Haque previously served as SP of Pune rural police during the Koregaon Bhima violence before his transfer to CBI and deputation to France.
Digital tribal museum in Chhattisgarh sparks pride, connection among youth
RAIPUR: The countrys first digital tribal museum has begun evoking a deep sense of pride and historical connection among tribal youths, women, academicians and tourists. Indias first digital tribal museum, set up in New Raipur, the new capital city of Chhattisgarh, is generating excitement across communities. The recently inaugurated Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial & Digital Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum, opened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has quickly become a major attraction. The museum features life-sized sculptures and vivid representations of tribal freedom fighters and their resistance against the British Empire. It serves as an inspiring source for tribal youth and local communities who may be unaware of their rich history. Divided into 17 immersive sections, the museum employs sound, light and digital projections to transport visitors into the world of Chhattisgarhs indigenous communities. Each display, whether showcasing village life, crafts or heroic resistance, offers a visual feast filled with colour and movement that captivates both casual tourists and serious researchers. For local villagers, these exhibits evoke a deep sense of pride and connection. Our ancestors stories of resistance against British colonialism inspire us, said Mahendra Netam, a tribal youth from the Sarguja region who now works as a bike taxi driver in Raipur. He stood in front of an exhibit depicting the 1857 tribal uprisings that swept through central India, where Adivasi leaders like Gend Singh and Veer Narayan Singh bravely fought against British oppression. In addition to documenting tribal resistance history, another section of the museum highlights the daily lives of tribal people, including their cultural practices, food, household chores and last rites. In one corner, a group of women gathered around a display showcasing the transformation of tribal households, from using fuelwood and clay stoves to adopting LPG cooking. The women observed the plaque with intrigued expressions, reflecting on their own changing lifestyles. These types of cooking vessels are still used in our village, said Sinita Goud, a young mother holding her infant, her eyes lighting up with recognition as she pointed to the gleaming bronze vessels. For many, the museum represents more than just an archive; it serves as a bridge between the past and the present. It celebrates resilience, adaptation and identity. By digitally documenting tribal history, everyday life and resistance movements, the museum ensures that the stories of Chhattisgarhs indigenous people are not only preserved but also retold in their own vibrant, proud and enduring voice. The museum was officially inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 1 November. So far, over one lakh visitors have visited it since then. India is home to several museums dedicated to tribal history and culture. A prominent example is the State Tribal Museum in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, which focuses on tribal life in both Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. Other significant sites include the Bhagwan Birsa Munda Museum in Ranchi (Jharkhand), dedicated to tribal freedom fighters; the Tribal Museum in Silvassa (Dadra & Nagar Haveli), showcasing local life; and the Tribal Research & Training Institute Museum in Pune, which preserves Maharashtras tribal heritage.
Pune court remands techie to judicial custody in alleged Al Qaeda case
The court accepted the request and sent him to 14 days of judicial custody
Fugitive fraudster Jagdish Punetha extradited from Dubai
According to a police investigation, the fraudster and his associates allegedly committed a fraud worth approximately 15.17 crore and illegally acquired movable and immovable assets worth 2.22 crore
UAE deports Indian national wanted in cheating case
New Delhi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has deported an Indian national wanted in a cheating and criminal conspiracy case registered in Uttarakhand, following coordinated efforts led by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). In a statement posted on X on Friday, November 14, the CBI confirmed the return of the fugitive, Jagdish Punetha, who 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 .
CBI brings back wanted fugitive from UAE in cheating case
NEW DELHI, Nov 14: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday said it has brought back a fugitive criminal from the UAE who was on the run in a cheating-cum-criminal case of Uttarakhand. The accused Jagdish Punetha will be handed over to Uttarakhand Police. His return was possible with the collaboration with Ministries of External Affairs and Home, said an official, adding Punetha was wanted by Uttarakhand Police. An FIR was lodged against him at Pithoragarh police station on [] The post CBI brings back wanted fugitive from UAE in cheating case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New training hub aims to equip next-generation data center professionals and business partners globally
Union Minister Murlidhar Mohol Visits Pune Accident Site, Urges Permanent Solution
Eight people died and 14 others were injured on Thursday evening when a car was crushed between two large container trucks, causing a huge fire that engulfed all three vehicles.
CBI Coordinates Return Of Wanted Fugitive Jagdish Punetha From UAE Via INTERPOL
CBI stated that the return of Punetha is a testament to India's commitment to ensuring that individuals evading justice are held accountable.
Dead Truck Driver, Cleaner Booked Over Pune Crash That Killed 8; FIR Against Vehicle Owner Too
Police said the driver of a heavy container truck going towards Mumbai lost control of the vehicle due to a suspected brake failure.
Wanted Fugitive Jagdish Punetha To Be Extradited From UAE
In a major breakthrough, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), in coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has successfully facilitated the return of wanted fugitive Jagdish Punetha.
Pune Man's Catch Me If You Can Dare, Police's We Can, We Will Reply
What started as a playful dare on social media quickly turned into a lesson for a Pune man.
Another Pune land 'scam': Official suspended over sale of Animal Husbandry dept's 15-acre plot
PUNE: The Inspector General Registration (IGR) has suspended an official and ordered a high-level probe after a 15-acre government plot in Pune district belonging to the Animal Husbandry Department was allegedly sold in violation of state rules. The land located in Tathawade in Pimpri Chinchwad was sold for Rs 33 crore despite it being classified as non-transferable, officials said on Thursday. The property cannot be sold without prior approval from the state government, they said. The IGR suspended Vidya Shankar Bade (Sangle), Senior Clerk and In-charge Sub-Registrar (Class II) of Haveli No.17. A joint inquiry by the Deputy Inspector General of Registration and Stamps and the District Registrar found Bade had registered the sale deed despite clear restrictions on transfer, an official said. Bade allegedly accepted an outdated 7/12 extract from June 2023, which did not reflect the land's ownership status, and failed to verify the updated record from February 2025 that listed the Commissioner of the Animal Husbandry Department as the lawful owner, he added, quoting from the inquiry report. Bade also allegedly used the skip or keep option in the registration software to bypass verification safeguards. The sale deed was executed on January 9, 2025, and was processed without approvals from the Revenue or Animal Husbandry Departments, the official said. The act is of a serious nature and continuation in service would adversely impact the inquiry, the suspension order stated. During suspension, Bade has been attached to the Principal Stamps Office, Mumbai, and barred from leaving headquarters without permission. A departmental inquiry has been initiated to ascertain whether others were involved and to probe the undervaluation of the land, the official added. Meanwhile, Animal Husbandry department farm manager Dr Amol Aher told PTI he has filed a complaint application with Pimpri Chinchwad police against 26 people, including those who sold the land and the individuals who purchased the land by executing the sale deed. The development comes days after alleged irregularities surfaced in separate land transactions at Mundhwa and Bopodi in the district. Two FIRs have already been registered in the Mundhwa case, which allegedly involves a company linked to Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's son Parth Pawar. IGR has already suspended a sub registrar in the Mundhwa land deal case and a tehsildar in the Bopodi land deal case.
Maharashtra: Seven killed, 20 hurt in Pune-Bengaluru Highway crash
According to an official statement released by the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) fire department, the control room received a call at 5.40 pm, reporting a major accident and fire at Navale Bridge
Another Pune Land 'Scam': Official Suspended For Sale Of Animal Husbandry Dept's 15-Acre Plot
The land located in Tathawade in Pimpri Chinchwad was sold for Rs 33 crore despite it being classified as non-transferable, officials said on Thursday.
Ajit Pawar offered to resign over Pune land deal, alleged Shiv Sena (UBT) leader
Ambadas Danve, also criticised Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, saying the minister and his state revenue department had a difference of opinion concerning the stamp duty on the deal
Minor daughter drives autorickshaw on Mumbai-Pune highway; man booked
Pune: Car crushed between 2 container trucks; 6 dead over 10 injured
Pune: Six persons were killed after a car was crushed between two large container trucks that caught fire on a bridge along the Mumbai-Bengaluru Highway in Pune city on Thursday, police said. More than 10 people were injured in the accident that took place on the Navale Bridge in the evening, they said. As per 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 .
8 Killed As Car Gets Sandwiched Between 2 Trucks In Pune
Two trucks collided, trapping a four-wheeler in between, on the Pune-Bengaluru Highway on Thursday.
Navale Bridge Accident: 6 dead, 10 injured as car gets crushed between 2 container trucks in Pune
After the accident, traffic on the Bengaluru-Mumbai lane of the highway was stopped.
Five killed as car gets crushed between two container trucks engulfed in flames in Pune
At least eight killed, several injured as truck rams vehicles near Navale bridge in Pune
At least eight people were killed and several others injured when a container truck lost control and rammed into several vehicles near Navale bridge on the Pune-Bengaluru highway on Thursday evening. Following the collision a few vehicles went up in flames, reports said. News agency PTI reported that a car got crushed between two large container trucks that caught fire on a bridge along the Mumbai-Bengaluru Highway on the outskirts of Pune city. Eight to ten others were injured in the accident on the Navale Bridge in the evening, they said. In videos that surfaced after the accident, the car is seen crushed between the two heavy vehicles which are engulfed in huge fire. We are probing how the accident happened. Currently, our priority is to ensure that the injured people receive immediate treatment in the hospital, stated the officer. The Fire Brigade rushed water tankers to the spot and efforts were on to douse the flames, he added. The accident caused traffic jam on the busy highway. #WATCH | Maharashtra | At least six people were killed after a container truck lost control and rammed into multiple vehicles near Navale Bridge on the Pune-Bengaluru Highway. Following the collision, 23 heavy vehicles caught fire. Rescue operations are underway: DCP Sambhaji pic.twitter.com/l7W6qFuQLK ANI (@ANI) November 13, 2025 The injured have been taken to a nearby hospital. The accident took place as the brakes of one of the trucks failed. The Fire Brigade rushed water tankers to the spot and efforts were on to douse the flames, he added. The accident caused traffic jam on the busy highway.
Tragedy struck on the Mumbai-Bengaluru Highway near Pune. A car was crushed between two container trucks, leading to a massive fire. Seven people lost their lives in the horrific accident on the Navale Bridge. Eight to ten others sustained injuries and were rushed to the hospital. Firefighters worked to control the blaze.
Pune road accident: Truck rams multiple vehicles; six dead, several injured
Tragedy struck near Navale Bridge as a container truck's loss of control led to a devastating accident on the PuneBengaluru Highway. Six lives were lost and at least eight sustained injuries when the truck collided with multiple vehicles, igniting a fierce blaze. Authorities are investigating the cause while prioritizing the care of the injured.
Five Killed As Car Gets Crushed Between 2 Container Trucks Engulfed In Flames In Pune
As per preliminary information, five people died, while eight to 10 others were injured in the accident. The injured were rushed to a hospital, said a police officer
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Pune land deal row: Danve accuses CM Fadnavis of protecting Parth Pawar
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Ambadas Danve alleged that the govt was making every possible effort to shield the Pawar father-son duo and demanded that no leniency be shown towards Parth, insisting that a criminal case be registered against him
Maharashtra roads: Samruddhi deaths up 16%; Mumbai-Pune Expressway down 29%
Activist shows proof Parth knew of illegal Pune land deal, demands deputy CM Ajit Pawars resignation
Activist Anjali Damania demands Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's resignation over a controversial Pune land deal involving his son, Parth Pawar. She alleges irregularities in land ownership transfer and the use of an unregistered power of attorney. Damania insists Parth Pawar's name be added to the FIR and calls for action against the district collector for alleged complicity.
Pune land deal: Activist Anjali Damania demands Ajit Pawar's resignation; deputy CM replies
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar stated he'll use his conscience regarding activist Anjali Damania's resignation demand over a Rs 300-crore Pune land deal involving his son's firm. The government has scrapped the deal and ordered an inquiry. Pawar denies wrongdoing, calling allegations andom accusations and assuring transparency, while Damania insists a fair probe is impossible with him in office.
'I will use my conscience and decide,' Ajit Pawar on resignation demand after Pune land deal
After allegations of irregularities and criticism from the Opposition, the state government last week cancelled the deal and ordered an inquiry headed by a senior IAS officer in the revenue department. Social activist Anjali Damania has demanded Ajit Pawar's resignation over the alleged land scam.
Osama Bin Laden speech, Pakistani number: Pune techie held for 'terror' links with...
ATS clarified that the searches were unrelated to the blast in Delhi on Monday that claimed 12 lives.
Urban Vault sets up 2 co-working centres in Pune with 2,500 desks
NEW DELHI, Nov 12:Realty firm Urban Vault has opened two co-working centres in Pune, covering 92,000 square feet office space and 2,500 desks, to meet rising demand of managed flexible workspaces. In a statement, Bengaluru-based Urban Vault said the company has expanded its business in Pune with an addition of two new co-working facilities, having a combined capacity of 2,500 seats and 92,000 sq ft of office space. With this expansion, Urban Vaults total portfolio in Pune would increase to [] The post Urban Vault sets up 2 co-working centres in Pune with 2,500 desks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Maharashtra ATS conducts searches in Thane, Pune in connection to techie with alleged Al Qaeda links
MUMBAI: The Maharashtra ATS has searched the premises of a teacher in Thane and another person in Pune in connection with the recent arrest of a software engineer for his alleged links with Al Qaeda and other banned outfits, officials said on Wednesday. The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) clarified that the searches were unrelated to the blast in Delhi on Monday that claimed 12 lives, but added that as part of the standard procedure, it was examining whether there was a possible Maharashtra link to the incident in the national capital. The teacher's house at Mumbra in Thane district was used for one of the meetings by the arrested Pune-based software engineer, Zubair Hangargekar, the officials said. The ATS nabbed Hangargekar (37) from Pune on October 27 for his alleged links with banned outfits, such as Al Qaeda and Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent, and for his suspected involvement in radicalisation activities. During the investigation, the ATS had found a Pakistani contact number saved on his old phone. While probing further, the ATS learned that Hangargekar had visited Mumbra in Thane for one of his meetings. Accordingly, the ATS officials visited the teacher's house on Tuesday and enquired about Hangargekar and his meeting, an official said. The teacher is neither an accused nor a witness in the case, he added. We searched the premises of two individuals, one in Kondhwa (in Pune) and another in Mumbra, and questioned them, another official said, adding that there was no connection between Hangargekar and the Delhi blast. Earlier this month, the ATS told a Pune court that Hangargekar allegedly used to deliver religious discourses aggressively in the city's Kondhwa area. During a house search there, the ATS seized mobile phones containing deleted PDF files titled 'Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS) and All Its Manifestations', it had said. They also recovered an Urdu translation of a speech delivered by the late Al-Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden on Eid-ul-Fitr. In addition, a magazine titled Inspire was found, containing photographs of AK-47 training at the OSG Gun School and documents detailing the procedure to make an IED using acetone peroxide from an OSG bomb school, it told the court. The ATS had also said that during the searches, an old phone belonging to Hangargekar was recovered from one person. During the analysis of the contact list of the phone, five international phone numbers were found saved, including one from Pakistan, two from Saudi Arabia, and one each from Kuwait and Oman, it said. The call detail records of the phone, however, do not show any calls to these saved numbers, the ATS said.
