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A special NIA court in Mumbai announced its verdict on Thursday in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, nearly 17 years after the tragic incident. The court gave a verdict that a blast took place in Malegaon, but failed to prove that a bomb was placed in that motorcycle. Additionally, the court also concluded that the injured people were not 101 but only 95, and there was manipulation in some medical certificates, as per the news agency ANI report.&nbsp;All seven accused were acquitted of all charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), the Arms Act, and other charges by the Special NIA court, including Sadhvi Pragya, a former Member of Parliament from Bhopal, and Lt Col Prasad Purohit. The court, in its verdict, said that the prosecution failed to prove the case and the accused deserves the benefit of the doubt.<h3>What is the 2008 Malegaon blast case?</h3>The incident occurred during the holy month of Ramzan, just before the Navratri festival on September 29, 2008, when an explosive device attached to a motorcycle detonated near a mosque at the Bhikku Chowk in Maharashtra's Malegaon. The site where the blast took place was a communally sensitive town located around 200 km from Mumbai.&nbsp;The NIA conducted the probe into the case in 2011 and has sought "commensurate punishment" for the accused. It also pointed out that the intention of the accused was to strike terror in a section of the Muslim community, according to a report by the news agency PTI. It was claimed by the ATS that the blast was conspired by individuals linked to right-wing Hindu extremist groups.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/malegaon-blast-case-all-accused-including-sadhvi-pragya-singh-acquitted-by-nia-court-1753941419638">Malegaon blast case: All accused, including Sadhvi Pragya Singh acquitted by NIA court</a><h3>Who were the key accused?</h3>There were a total of seven accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, including BJP leader and former MP Pragya Thakur, Lt Col Prasad Purohit, Major (retired) Ramesh Upadhyay, Ajay Rahirkar, Sudhakar Dwivedi, Sameer Kulkarni, and Sudhakar Chaturvedi.&nbsp;According to a report in NDTV, BJP leader and former MP Sadhvi Pragya and Lt Col Purohit were the most prominent and controversial accused in the case among the seven on trial.&nbsp;Sadhvi Pragya was arrested in October 2008, as the motorcycle used in the blast was registered in her name. The Maharashtra ATS accused her of being part of a larger conspiracy to target Muslim-dominated areas in response to previous terror attacks.&nbsp;In addition, Lt Col Purohit was also accused of providing logistical and material support to a radical Hindu group named Abhinav Bharat. The probe agency claimed that Purohit helped in arranging explosives and was part of meetings where the blasts were reportedly planned.<h3>What were the charges against them?</h3>Before being transferred to the NIA in 2011, the case was initially probed by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS). The trial in the case began in 2018 after the court put charges against the seven acquitted.&nbsp;The charges against them are the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) sections 16 (committing a terrorist act) and 18 (conspiring to commit a terrorist act) and various Indian Penal Code (IPC) sections, including 120(b) (criminal conspiracy), 302 (murder), 307 (attempt to murder), 324 (voluntarily causing hurt), and 153(a) (promoting enmity between two religious groups), as per PTI report.&nbsp;Amid the trial, the prosecution presented 323 witnesses and eight defence witnesses, of whom 37 turned hostile. Multiple pieces of evidence were submitted, including over 10,800 exhibits and over 400 articles seized during the investigation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The blast was done during the holy month of Ramzan, when an explosive device attached to a motorcycle exploded near a mosque at the Bhikku Chowk in Maharashtra's Malegaon.

A special NIA court in Mumbai announced its verdict on Thursday in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, nearly 17 years after the tragic incident. The court gave a verdict that a blast took place in Malegaon, but failed to prove that a bomb was placed in that motorcycle. Additionally, the court also concluded that the injured people were not 101 but only 95, and there was manipulation in some medical certificates, as per the news agency ANI report. All seven accused were acquitted of all charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), the Arms Act, and other charges by the Special NIA court, including Sadhvi Pragya, a former Member of Parliament from Bhopal, and Lt Col Prasad Purohit. The court, in its verdict, said that the prosecution failed to prove the case and the accused deserves the benefit of the doubt. What is the 2008 Malegaon blast case? The incident occurred during the holy month of Ramzan, just before the Navratri festival on September 29, 2008, when an explosive device attached to a motorcycle detonated near a mosque at the Bhikku Chowk in Maharashtra's Malegaon. The site where the blast took place was a communally sensitive town located around 200 km from Mumbai. The NIA conducted the probe into the case in 2011 and has sought "commensurate punishment" for the accused. It also pointed out that the intention of the accused was to strike terror in a section of the Muslim community, according to a report by the news agency PTI. It was claimed by the ATS that the blast was conspired by individuals linked to right-wing Hindu extremist groups. Also read: Malegaon blast case: All accused, including Sadhvi Pragya Singh acquitted by NIA court Who were the key accused? There were a total of seven accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, including BJP leader and former MP Pragya Thakur, Lt Col Prasad Purohit, Major (retired) Ramesh Upadhyay, Ajay Rahirkar, Sudhakar Dwivedi, Sameer Kulkarni, and Sudhakar Chaturvedi. According to a report in NDTV, BJP leader and former MP Sadhvi Pragya and Lt Col Purohit were the most prominent and controversial accused in the case among the seven on trial. Sadhvi Pragya was arrested in October 2008, as the motorcycle used in the blast was registered in her name. The Maharashtra ATS accused her of being part of a larger conspiracy to target Muslim-dominated areas in response to previous terror attacks. In addition, Lt Col Purohit was also accused of providing logistical and material support to a radical Hindu group named Abhinav Bharat. The probe agency claimed that Purohit helped in arranging explosives and was part of meetings where the blasts were reportedly planned. What were the charges against them? Before being transferred to the NIA in 2011, the case was initially probed by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS). The trial in the case began in 2018 after the court put charges against the seven acquitted. The charges against them are the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) sections 16 (committing a terrorist act) and 18 (conspiring to commit a terrorist act) and various Indian Penal Code (IPC) sections, including 120(b) (criminal conspiracy), 302 (murder), 307 (attempt to murder), 324 (voluntarily causing hurt), and 153(a) (promoting enmity between two religious groups), as per PTI report. Amid the trial, the prosecution presented 323 witnesses and eight defence witnesses, of whom 37 turned hostile. Multiple pieces of evidence were submitted, including over 10,800 exhibits and over 400 articles seized during the investigation.

The blast was done during the holy month of Ramzan, when an explosive device attached to a motorcycle exploded near a mosque at the Bhikku Chowk in Maharashtra's Malegaon.

What is 2008 Malegaon blast case: Who were the key accused now given clean-chit by NIA court

Over 14,000 males had registered as women under the Maharashtra government’s flagship Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana by using forged documents to avail the Rs 1,500 monthly assistance meant for economically disadvantaged women. The anomaly was detected in the Ladki Bahin Yojana besides several others, during a verification exercise. The verification, conducted by the Department of Information and Technology, flagged lakhs of entries where beneficiaries were found ineligible but continued to receive financial support under the scheme.The Maharashtra government has now suspended 26.34 lakh beneficiaries from its flagship scheme after the verification exercise revealed large-scale irregularities. While some were availing benefits of multiple government schemes, more than two members of the same families were also found receiving benefits.&nbsp;<h2>WCD minister seeks data from all departments</h2>&nbsp;Women and Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare issued a statement on Sunday, saying her department had sought data from all state departments to verify the eligibility of applicants under the scheme.“Some beneficiaries were found to be availing of multiple government schemes. In other cases, families had more than two members receiving benefits. Shockingly, there were also instances where male applicants had been granted funds under the scheme,” Tatkare said.&nbsp;After the verification, disbursement of funds to 26.34 lakh such accounts has been temporarily stopped from June 2025.The minister clarified that this was a precautionary suspension and that district collectors had been tasked with conducting a detailed review to determine the eligibility of the beneficiaries under the scheme. “Those found genuine will have their benefits restored,” Tatkare said.The Opposition has targeted the government after the revelation that 14,298 men had availed of benefits under the scheme for women.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>‘Money disbursed to wrongful beneficiaries will be recovered’</h2>&nbsp;Responding to the criticism, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar said the state would recover the amounts disbursed to the wrongful beneficiaries and would take legal action if they failed to cooperate.“This scheme was launched with a sincere intention to support poor women. It was never meant for men. Misuse will not be tolerated,” Pawar said.The Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana was launched in August 2024 by the Eknath Shinde-led Maha Yuti Government ahead of the Assembly polls and offered a monthly dole to women aged between 21 and 65 years whose families earn less than Rs 2.5 lakh annually.&nbsp;The scheme gained traction across the state especially in the run-up to the Assembly elections and was said to have led to victory of the Mahayuti.During the campaigning for Assembly elections, Mahayuti leaders had also promised to raise the amount to Rs 2,100.

About 26 lakh ineligible beneficiaries, including over 14,000 men, have been barred from Maharashtra’s Ladki Bahin scheme. Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar said the state will recover the amount disbursed to ineligible beneficiaries and take legal action if they do not cooperate.

Over 14,000 males had registered as women under the Maharashtra government’s flagship Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana by using forged documents to avail the Rs 1,500 monthly assistance meant for economically disadvantaged women. The anomaly was detected in the Ladki Bahin Yojana besides several others, during a verification exercise. The verification, conducted by the Department of Information and Technology, flagged lakhs of entries where beneficiaries were found ineligible but continued to receive financial support under the scheme. The Maharashtra government has now suspended 26.34 lakh beneficiaries from its flagship scheme after the verification exercise revealed large-scale irregularities. While some were availing benefits of multiple government schemes, more than two members of the same families were also found receiving benefits. WCD minister seeks data from all departments Women and Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare issued a statement on Sunday, saying her department had sought data from all state departments to verify the eligibility of applicants under the scheme. “Some beneficiaries were found to be availing of multiple government schemes. In other cases, families had more than two members receiving benefits. Shockingly, there were also instances where male applicants had been granted funds under the scheme,” Tatkare said. After the verification, disbursement of funds to 26.34 lakh such accounts has been temporarily stopped from June 2025. The minister clarified that this was a precautionary suspension and that district collectors had been tasked with conducting a detailed review to determine the eligibility of the beneficiaries under the scheme. “Those found genuine will have their benefits restored,” Tatkare said. The Opposition has targeted the government after the revelation that 14,298 men had availed of benefits under the scheme for women. ‘Money disbursed to wrongful beneficiaries will be recovered’ Responding to the criticism, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar said the state would recover the amounts disbursed to the wrongful beneficiaries and would take legal action if they failed to cooperate. “This scheme was launched with a sincere intention to support poor women. It was never meant for men. Misuse will not be tolerated,” Pawar said. The Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana was launched in August 2024 by the Eknath Shinde-led Maha Yuti Government ahead of the Assembly polls and offered a monthly dole to women aged between 21 and 65 years whose families earn less than Rs 2.5 lakh annually. The scheme gained traction across the state especially in the run-up to the Assembly elections and was said to have led to victory of the Mahayuti. During the campaigning for Assembly elections, Mahayuti leaders had also promised to raise the amount to Rs 2,100.

About 26 lakh ineligible beneficiaries, including over 14,000 men, have been barred from Maharashtra’s Ladki Bahin scheme. Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar said the state will recover the amount disbursed to ineligible beneficiaries and take legal action if they do not cooperate.

Over 14000 men in Maharashtra get money under Ladki Bahin Yojana for women; Dy CM Ajit Pawar promises action

A speeding truck rammed into 18-20 vehicles on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway on Saturday afternoon, reportedly killing a woman and injuring 18 others. The incident took place in the Raigad district of Maharashtra.&nbsp;The cars that were rammed by the container included luxury vehicles like BMW and Mercedes. According to reports, the truck's brakes had failed.&nbsp;The victims of the crash were admitted to a private hospital in Navi Mumbai, and one of them died during treatment. A police officer told the media that the driver was arrested. He wasn't under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident. The pile-up caused a five-km-long traffic snarl near the Lonavala-Khandala ghat section.&nbsp;The video of the aftermath of the crash showed that some of the vehicles were completely crushed, and others were severely damaged. Many passengers were seriously injured.&nbsp;The accident took place on a slope, making it impossible for the driver to stop the truck.

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&nbsp;"The driver of the container trailer truck lost control of the vehicle after brake failure. It hit at least 20 vehicles, including luxury cars like BMW and Mercedes, resulting in serious injuries to 19 people. They were admitted to a private hospital in Navi Mumbai," an official told NDTV.&nbsp;The police are investigating the accident.

A speeding truck rammed into 18-20 vehicles on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway on Saturday afternoon, reportedly killing a woman and injuring 18 others. 

A speeding truck rammed into 18-20 vehicles on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway on Saturday afternoon, reportedly killing a woman and injuring 18 others. The incident took place in the Raigad district of Maharashtra. The cars that were rammed by the container included luxury vehicles like BMW and Mercedes. According to reports, the truck's brakes had failed. The victims of the crash were admitted to a private hospital in Navi Mumbai, and one of them died during treatment. A police officer told the media that the driver was arrested. He wasn't under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident. The pile-up caused a five-km-long traffic snarl near the Lonavala-Khandala ghat section. The video of the aftermath of the crash showed that some of the vehicles were completely crushed, and others were severely damaged. Many passengers were seriously injured. The accident took place on a slope, making it impossible for the driver to stop the truck.

Maharashtra accident: The cars that were rammed by the container included luxury vehicles like BMW and Mercedes.

Maharashtra: Truck's brakes fail, rams 20 vehicles on highway; aftermath video

In a shocking incident, the body of a 40-year-old man in Mumbai's Nalasopara was found buried inside his house, 15 days after he went missing. Vijay Chavan's wife, Chaman, and her lover, Monu, are also missing. Initial investigation revealed that the couple&nbsp;had planned the victim's murder several days ago and had dug up a pit nearly two weeks before. They also took out the money, which he had received from an insurance policy.&nbsp;The matter came to light on&nbsp;Monday. The victim's brothers had been trying to contact him for 15 days. However, since their calls went unanswered, they visited his house, where Chaman told them that he had gone out for work. Last week, the woman left the house with her seven-year-old son.&nbsp;On Monday, the brothers visited the house and found Chaman missing. They also found some new tiles in the house. They dug open the pit in which they found the victim's rotting body.&nbsp;Chaman had dug a 3.5-foot-deep and 6-foot-long pit in their house, reported NDTV, adding the tiles were laid at an expense of Rs 1200.&nbsp;Vijay had received Rs 6 lakh as an insurance police a month ago. She used his phone to access his bank account and later withdrew an unknown assign.&nbsp;"They (brothers) called him, but his phone was switched&nbsp;off. Hence, they came down to his house and enquired with his wife, who told them her husband had gone out for some work. They called her on July 19 to find out if Chouhan had returned home, but her phone was switched off," said a police officer.&nbsp;The police suspect that the wife and her alleged paramour had killed the man and eloped. They suspect another person from the same locality was involved in the crime.

In a shocking incident, the body of a 40-year-old man in Mumbai's Nalasopara was found buried inside his house, 15 days after he went missing. 

In a shocking incident, the body of a 40-year-old man in Mumbai's Nalasopara was found buried inside his house, 15 days after he went missing. Vijay Chavan's wife, Chaman, and her lover, Monu, are also missing. Initial investigation revealed that the couple had planned the victim's murder several days ago and had dug up a pit nearly two weeks before. They also took out the money, which he had received from an insurance policy. The matter came to light on Monday. The victim's brothers had been trying to contact him for 15 days. However, since their calls went unanswered, they visited his house, where Chaman told them that he had gone out for work. Last week, the woman left the house with her seven-year-old son. On Monday, the brothers visited the house and found Chaman missing. They also found some new tiles in the house. They dug open the pit in which they found the victim's rotting body. Chaman had dug a 3.5-foot-deep and 6-foot-long pit in their house, reported NDTV, adding the tiles were laid at an expense of Rs 1200. Vijay had received Rs 6 lakh as an insurance police a month ago. She used his phone to access his bank account and later withdrew an unknown assign. "They (brothers) called him, but his phone was switched off. Hence, they came down to his house and enquired with his wife, who told them her husband had gone out for some work. They called her on July 19 to find out if Chouhan had returned home, but her phone was switched off," said a police officer. The police suspect that the wife and her alleged paramour had killed the man and eloped. They suspect another person from the same locality was involved in the crime.

Mumbai murder: Chaman had dug a 3.5-foot-deep and 6-foot-long pit in their house

Deep pit, tiles, insurance money: How wife, lover planned Mumbai man's murder

A man in Maharashtra's Palghar was found buried inside his own house by his brothers. The police suspect that the victim&nbsp;was murdered by his wife and her paramour, who were missing. The man's brother uncovered the crime as they noticed that the victim's wife was missing from their home, and new tiles were laid out. The police are searching for the couple.&nbsp;The wife of the victim has been identified as Chaman Devi. Monu Sharma, her neighbour, is her alleged paramour. They have been missing, and the police are searching for them. The victim was Vijay Chouhan, a resident of a housing society in the Gangnipada area of Nallasopara, a suburb of Mumbai.&nbsp;Pelhar police station's senior inspector, Jitendra Vankoti, said the victim's two brothers wanted to meet him on July 10 as they needed to borrow money from him to purchase a new house. As their calls went unanswered for several days, they visited the man's house. They found the wife was missing.&nbsp;"They called him, but his phone was&nbsp;switched off. Hence, they came down to his house and enquired with his wife, who told them her husband had gone out for some work. They called her on July 19 to find out if Chouhan had returned home, but her phone was switched off," he said.&nbsp;They inspected the house. They found that new tiles had been laid out on the floor. Suspecting foul play, they removed the tiles to find their brother's rotting body inside the floor.&nbsp;"When they inspected the house, they found new tiles on the floor. Suspecting something fishy, they removed the tiles only to find a foul smell emanating from the floor," the police officer said.&nbsp;They informed the police, who exhumed the body in the presence of senior officials, including doctors and forensic experts. The highly decomposed body was sent for an autopsy.&nbsp;The police suspect that the wife and her alleged paramour had killed the man and eloped. They suspect another person from the same locality was involved in the crime. A case was registered against the two suspects.

A man in Maharashtra's Palghar was found buried inside his own house by his brothers. The police suspect that the victim was murdered by his wife and her paramour, who were missing.

A man in Maharashtra's Palghar was found buried inside his own house by his brothers. The police suspect that the victim was murdered by his wife and her paramour, who were missing. The man's brother uncovered the crime as they noticed that the victim's wife was missing from their home, and new tiles were laid out. The police are searching for the couple. The wife of the victim has been identified as Chaman Devi. Monu Sharma, her neighbour, is her alleged paramour. They have been missing, and the police are searching for them. The victim was Vijay Chouhan, a resident of a housing society in the Gangnipada area of Nallasopara, a suburb of Mumbai. Pelhar police station's senior inspector, Jitendra Vankoti, said the victim's two brothers wanted to meet him on July 10 as they needed to borrow money from him to purchase a new house. As their calls went unanswered for several days, they visited the man's house. They found the wife was missing. "They called him, but his phone was switched off. Hence, they came down to his house and enquired with his wife, who told them her husband had gone out for some work. They called her on July 19 to find out if Chouhan had returned home, but her phone was switched off," he said. They inspected the house. They found that new tiles had been laid out on the floor. Suspecting foul play, they removed the tiles to find their brother's rotting body inside the floor. "When they inspected the house, they found new tiles on the floor. Suspecting something fishy, they removed the tiles only to find a foul smell emanating from the floor," the police officer said. They informed the police, who exhumed the body in the presence of senior officials, including doctors and forensic experts. The highly decomposed body was sent for an autopsy. The police suspect that the wife and her alleged paramour had killed the man and eloped. They suspect another person from the same locality was involved in the crime. A case was registered against the two suspects.

Maharashtra murder: The wife of the victim has been identified as Chaman Devi. Monu Sharma, her neighbour, is her alleged paramour.

'New tiles, missing wife': How relatives uncovered Maharashtra man's murder

Work pressure claimed another life in India's Maharashtra as a manager at a nationalised bank in Baramati died by suicide. His suicide note didn't blame any person but cited work-related stress. The deceased has been identified as Shivshankar Mitra, a chief manager at the branch of the bank, who had resigned due to health issues and workload earlier this month. He was on his notice period.&nbsp;Shivshankar Mitra asked all the staff at work to leave and said he would shut down the branch himself. He died by suicide after the security guard also left the premises. He had asked a bank employee to get a rope for him. CCTV footage shows him hanging himself inside the bank at around 10 pm.&nbsp;The suicide was revealed after Mitra's wife came to the office around midnight. She alerted the bank staff after she saw that the lights were on, but he wasn't responding to her calls.&nbsp;&nbsp;The police said his suicide note blamed work pressure but not any individual. He quit on July 11.&nbsp;The police have registered a case and are investigating what drove him to take the extreme step.&nbsp;The incident comes months after an employee at Ola's artificial intelligence unit, Krutrim, died by suicide due to what he called a toxic work culture and work pressure. The employee was identified as Nikhil Somwanshi.&nbsp;Last year, 26-year-old Anna Augustine, an EY (Ernst &amp; Young) employee in Pune, died, allegedly due to work pressure.&nbsp;If you or someone you know wants help for mental well-being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. You can contact local authorities and also encourage the person to contact a&nbsp;suicide prevention hotline.



Work pressure claimed another life in India's Maharashtra as a manager at a nationalised bank in Baramati died by suicide. His suicide note didn't blame any person but cited work-related stress.

Work pressure claimed another life in India's Maharashtra as a manager at a nationalised bank in Baramati died by suicide. His suicide note didn't blame any person but cited work-related stress. The deceased has been identified as Shivshankar Mitra, a chief manager at the branch of the bank, who had resigned due to health issues and workload earlier this month. He was on his notice period. Shivshankar Mitra asked all the staff at work to leave and said he would shut down the branch himself. He died by suicide after the security guard also left the premises. He had asked a bank employee to get a rope for him. CCTV footage shows him hanging himself inside the bank at around 10 pm. The suicide was revealed after Mitra's wife came to the office around midnight. She alerted the bank staff after she saw that the lights were on, but he wasn't responding to her calls. The police said his suicide note blamed work pressure but not any individual. He quit on July 11. The police have registered a case and are investigating what drove him to take the extreme step. The incident comes months after an employee at Ola's artificial intelligence unit, Krutrim, died by suicide due to what he called a toxic work culture and work pressure. The employee was identified as Nikhil Somwanshi. Last year, 26-year-old Anna Augustine, an EY (Ernst & Young) employee in Pune, died, allegedly due to work pressure. If you or someone you know wants help for mental well-being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. You can contact local authorities and also encourage the person to contact a suicide prevention hotline.

Work-pressure suicide: Shivshankar Mitra asked all the staff at work to leave and said he would shut down the branch himself.

'Work pressure': Bank manager who resigned due to work-linked stress dies by suicide; asked employee to get him a rope

Supporters of BJP MLA Gopichand Padalkar and NCP (Sharad Pawar group) MLA Jitendra Awhad clashed violently in the lobby of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on Thursday. Shocking videos of the clash showing the two groups trading blows and being dragged apart by security personnel have been widely shared on social media. The brawl started over a verbal spat that took place a day ago outside the assembly building, when both MLAs and their supporters exchanged expletives.As per reports, Awhad was caught on camera saying ‘mangalsutra thief’ a few days ago while walking in the Vidhan Bhavan premises. Although no one was named, the jibe was seen as directed at Padalkar. The video was widely circulated, sparking a debate between supporters of the two leaders. The situation escalated into full-blown physical violence on Thursday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Padalkar later met the Speaker and said that the whole incident was unfortunate and he has apologised.&nbsp;

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Speaker Rahul Narwekar has sought a report on the incident and promised a thorough investigation and subsequent action.&nbsp;<h2>‘Absolutely inappropriate,’ says CM Fadnavis</h2>&nbsp;Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis condemned the violence and called it “absolutely inappropriate”.&nbsp;“The situation that occurred is not correct. This comes under the purview of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly Speaker and Legislative Council Chairperson. Such fights should not happen in Vidhan Bhavan. I have urged them to conduct a proper investigation,” he said.Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray termed the incident a security breach and said, “If goons have reached Vidhan Sabha, then the State Home Minister and Chief Minister should take responsibility for it. This is very unfortunate. Such conduct at the Vidhan Sabha is not appropriate.”&nbsp;Two people have been detained by Vidhan Bhavan security, an official said.&nbsp;Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule described the clash as unfortunate and said, “Our MLA Gopichand Padalkar has tendered an apology. It does not suit the dignity and rich tradition of the Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan that such incidents should take place.”&nbsp;

Legislative party leader of NCP (SP) Jayant Patil met security personnel and invited Awhad to his office to gather more details. Speaking to reporters later, Awhad expressed grave concerns over safety within the premises.

Supporters of BJP MLA Gopichand Padalkar and NCP (Sharad Pawar group) MLA Jitendra Awhad clashed violently in the lobby of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on Thursday. Shocking videos of the clash showing the two groups trading blows and being dragged apart by security personnel have been widely shared on social media. The brawl started over a verbal spat that took place a day ago outside the assembly building, when both MLAs and their supporters exchanged expletives. As per reports, Awhad was caught on camera saying ‘mangalsutra thief’ a few days ago while walking in the Vidhan Bhavan premises. Although no one was named, the jibe was seen as directed at Padalkar. The video was widely circulated, sparking a debate between supporters of the two leaders. The situation escalated into full-blown physical violence on Thursday. Padalkar later met the Speaker and said that the whole incident was unfortunate and he has apologised.

Legislative party leader of NCP (SP) Jayant Patil met security personnel and invited Awhad to his office to gather more details. Speaking to reporters later, Awhad expressed grave concerns over safety within the premises.

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In a heart-rending incident&nbsp;in Maharashtra's Parbhani, a 19-year-old woman gave birth on a running sleeper coach bus. She and her husband later threw the infant from the moving bus, leading to the child's death. When the conductor asked them what they had&nbsp;thrown, they claimed the woman had vomited. A police officer said that the incident took place at 6.30 am on Tuesday. The woman was identified as Ritika Dhere. She had been travelling to Parbhani from Pune with her husband, Altaf Shaikh, in the sleeper coach bus.&nbsp;The woman went into labour during their journey and gave birth to a boy. They, however, wrapped the child in a piece of cloth and threw him out of the window, leading to his death.&nbsp;&nbsp;The driver of the sleeper bus noticed that something had been thrown out of the window. He enquired about him with the man, who told him that his wife had vomited. Altaf claimed she had been feeling nauseated due to the bus's movement.&nbsp;The crime came to light when a passerby noticed the body of the child on the road and informed the police, who tracked the baby to the bus.&nbsp;A police team intercepted the bus and later took Ritika Dhere and Altaf Shaikh into custody after questioning them.&nbsp;The couple said they dumped the newborn as they were not in a position to raise the child.&nbsp;The police said they were not able to prove that they were husband and wife. The woman was admitted to a hospital.&nbsp;A case was registered against the couple at Pathri police station in Parbhani under section 94 (3), (5) of BNS (concealment of birth by secret disposal of dead body).

In a heart-rending incident in Maharashtra's Parbhani, a 19-year-old woman gave birth on a running sleeper coach bus. She and her husband later threw the infant from the moving bus, leading to the child's death.

In a heart-rending incident in Maharashtra's Parbhani, a 19-year-old woman gave birth on a running sleeper coach bus. She and her husband later threw the infant from the moving bus, leading to the child's death. When the conductor asked them what they had thrown, they claimed the woman had vomited. A police officer said that the incident took place at 6.30 am on Tuesday. The woman was identified as Ritika Dhere. She had been travelling to Parbhani from Pune with her husband, Altaf Shaikh, in the sleeper coach bus. The woman went into labour during their journey and gave birth to a boy. They, however, wrapped the child in a piece of cloth and threw him out of the window, leading to his death. The driver of the sleeper bus noticed that something had been thrown out of the window. He enquired about him with the man, who told him that his wife had vomited. Altaf claimed she had been feeling nauseated due to the bus's movement. The crime came to light when a passerby noticed the body of the child on the road and informed the police, who tracked the baby to the bus. A police team intercepted the bus and later took Ritika Dhere and Altaf Shaikh into custody after questioning them. The couple said they dumped the newborn as they were not in a position to raise the child. The police said they were not able to prove that they were husband and wife. The woman was admitted to a hospital. A case was registered against the couple at Pathri police station in Parbhani under section 94 (3), (5) of BNS (concealment of birth by secret disposal of dead body).

The infant died after being thrown away from the moving bus. A passerby found his body and called the police.

Maharashtra: Woman throws away infant after delivery in moving bus, tells conductor it's vomit

Minor girls in a Maharashtra school were allegedly forced to strip to check if they were menstruating after blood stains were found in the school’s bathroom. This incident has sparked outrage amongst the parents of the minor girls who are studying in classes between 5 and 10, respectively.&nbsp;The incident occurred at a private school in Shahapur, Thane district of Maharashtra, which is approximately 85 kilometres from India’s financial capital, Mumbai.&nbsp;Talking about the incident, a police official investigating the case said that the girls studying in classes 5 to 10 were called to the school's convention hall and shown photos of blood stains in the toilet and floor by screening them through a projector.&nbsp;“The students were asked if any of them were going through the menstrual cycle. The girls were then divided into two groups. All those who said they were menstruating were asked to give their thumb impression to the teachers. But those girls who said they were not experiencing it, were taken to the toilet one by one with a woman attendant checking their private parts,” said police.&nbsp;Shockingly, during the check peon found one girl, who was using a sanitary napkin, but she was found in the group of girls who said they were not menstruating. Following this, the principal humiliated her by scolding her in front of other students and staff.&nbsp;When parents learnt about the girls being subjected to this kind of a check, parents gathered outside the school and staged a protest on Wednesday. They later filed a complaint against the school management.&nbsp;A case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act has been registered against six people, including the school principal, a peon, two teachers and two trustees.&nbsp;The school principal and peon have been arrested, while the police are investigating the other four. &nbsp;

Minor girls in a Maharashtra school were allegedly forced to strip to check if they were menstruating after blood stains were found in the school’s bathroom.

Minor girls in a Maharashtra school were allegedly forced to strip to check if they were menstruating after blood stains were found in the school’s bathroom. This incident has sparked outrage amongst the parents of the minor girls who are studying in classes between 5 and 10, respectively. The incident occurred at a private school in Shahapur, Thane district of Maharashtra, which is approximately 85 kilometres from India’s financial capital, Mumbai. Talking about the incident, a police official investigating the case said that the girls studying in classes 5 to 10 were called to the school's convention hall and shown photos of blood stains in the toilet and floor by screening them through a projector. “The students were asked if any of them were going through the menstrual cycle. The girls were then divided into two groups. All those who said they were menstruating were asked to give their thumb impression to the teachers. But those girls who said they were not experiencing it, were taken to the toilet one by one with a woman attendant checking their private parts,” said police. Shockingly, during the check peon found one girl, who was using a sanitary napkin, but she was found in the group of girls who said they were not menstruating. Following this, the principal humiliated her by scolding her in front of other students and staff. When parents learnt about the girls being subjected to this kind of a check, parents gathered outside the school and staged a protest on Wednesday. They later filed a complaint against the school management. A case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act has been registered against six people, including the school principal, a peon, two teachers and two trustees. The school principal and peon have been arrested, while the police are investigating the other four.

Minor girls in a Maharashtra school were allegedly forced to strip to check if they were menstruating after blood stains were found in the school’s bathroom.

Minor girls stripped for period check in a private school in Maharashtra

After nearly two decades of political estrangement, cousins Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray shared a stage for the first time since 2005 at a joint public rally titled 'Awaj Marathicha' in Mumbai. The event marked a significant turn in Maharashtra’s political landscape, signalling a potential realignment of Marathi-centric politics. Organised by Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), the rally followed the Maharashtra government’s rollback of a controversial decision to introduce Hindi as a third language from Class 1 in state schools.&nbsp;&nbsp;Uddhav said, "We have come together to stay together… We have united to protect Marathi." Raj Thackeray, on the increasing violence against the Non-Marathi speakers said, “Be it Gujarati or anyone else here, they must know Marathi, but there is no need to beat people for that if they don’t speak Marathi. But if someone shows useless drama, you must hit below their eardrums. I tell you one more thing: if you beat someone, don’t make a video of the incident. Let the person beaten up tell that he has been beaten up, you don’t need to tell everyone that you have beaten someone.”&nbsp;With Maharashtra's political landscape shifting once again, and the two Thackeray cousins reuniting, it is important to look back at the history and lineage of the Thackeray family.&nbsp;<h2>The Thackeray Family Legacy</h2>&nbsp;The Thackeray family’s political journey began with Keshav Sitaram Thackeray, popularly known as Prabodhankar Thackeray. He was a social reformer and a key figure in the Samyukta Maharashtra Movement advocating for a separate Marathi-speaking state. His son, Balasaheb Thackeray, was the founder of the Shiv Sena in 1966. Originally a cartoonist, Balasaheb turned to politics to assert the rights of the Marathi manoos. Known for his hardline views and authoritative style, Balasaheb never held public office but under his leadership the Shiv Sena became a dominant political force in the western Indian state of Maharashtra.&nbsp;Balasaheb had three sons – Bindumadhav (deceased), Jaidev (estranged), and Uddhav, who emerged as his political successor. Bindumadhav died in a car accident on 20 April 1996 at the age of 42 when he was returning from a holiday in Lonavala. Jaidev, who is the middle son, is estranged from the family. The trouble began as early a 1990s, when Jaidev separated from his first wife Jayashree Kalelkar. Bal Thackeray felt that the fallout of this relationship hurt the family. Jaidev has largely stayed out of politics, hi relationship with his father was complicated.&nbsp;His nephew Raj Thackeray, son of Balasaheb’s brother Shrikant, was initially viewed as the natural heir to the Sena’s legacy. However, growing tensions within the party over succession led to Raj’s departure in 2006. He subsequently formed the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena, positioning it as a more aggressive, youth-focused alternative.&nbsp;Aaditya Thackeray, Uddhav’s son and Balasaheb’s grandson, represents the third generation of the Thackeray political legacy. Born in 1990, Aaditya remains the key youth face of the Shiv Sena (UBT) and is widely seen as Uddhav’s political successor.<h2>Split in the Sena and Decline at the Polls</h2>&nbsp;After Balasaheb’s death in 2012, Uddhav Thackeray formally took over the reins of the Shiv Sena. In 2019, he led the party into an unlikely alliance with the NCP and Congress to form the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government, becoming Chief Minister. However, in June 2022, a faction led by senior leader Eknath Shinde split from the Sena, allying with the BJP and toppling the MVA. This led to a legal and political contest over the Shiv Sena name and symbol, ultimately awarded to the Shinde-led faction by the Election Commission.&nbsp;The 2024 Lok Sabha elections dealt a blow to both cousins. Uddhav’s faction, contesting under the MVA umbrella, won only 9 of 48 seats in Maharashtra. Raj Thackeray’s MNS did not win a single seat and has not contested state elections since 2014. In the current 288-member Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, Uddhav's Shiv Sena (UBT) holds 16 seats, while the Shinde-led Shiv Sena has 39 seats. The BJP leads with 105 seats, forming the Mahayuti government in alliance with Shinde's faction and Ajit Pawar’s NCP.&nbsp;<h2>Political Reconciliation and Future Implications &nbsp;</h2>The Awaj Marathicha rally has been pitched as a victory celebration for the preservation of Marathi linguistic identity, but the larger subtext is the renewed partnership of the Thackeray cousins. Uddhav stated, "This is just a trailer. This is just the beginning," suggesting further joint political activity in the lead-up to the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections. Whether this reunion leads to a formal alliance or remains symbolic remains to be seen.&nbsp; &nbsp;

With Maharashtra's political landscape shifting once again, and the two Thackeray cousins reuniting, it is important to look back at the history and lineage of the Thackeray family. The family's political roots trace back to Keshav Sitaram Thackeray, widely known as Prabodhankar Thackeray.

After nearly two decades of political estrangement, cousins Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray shared a stage for the first time since 2005 at a joint public rally titled 'Awaj Marathicha' in Mumbai. The event marked a significant turn in Maharashtra’s political landscape, signalling a potential realignment of Marathi-centric politics. Organised by Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), the rally followed the Maharashtra government’s rollback of a controversial decision to introduce Hindi as a third language from Class 1 in state schools. Uddhav said, "We have come together to stay together… We have united to protect Marathi." Raj Thackeray, on the increasing violence against the Non-Marathi speakers said, “Be it Gujarati or anyone else here, they must know Marathi, but there is no need to beat people for that if they don’t speak Marathi. But if someone shows useless drama, you must hit below their eardrums. I tell you one more thing: if you beat someone, don’t make a video of the incident. Let the person beaten up tell that he has been beaten up, you don’t need to tell everyone that you have beaten someone.” With Maharashtra's political landscape shifting once again, and the two Thackeray cousins reuniting, it is important to look back at the history and lineage of the Thackeray family. The Thackeray Family Legacy The Thackeray family’s political journey began with Keshav Sitaram Thackeray, popularly known as Prabodhankar Thackeray. He was a social reformer and a key figure in the Samyukta Maharashtra Movement advocating for a separate Marathi-speaking state. His son, Balasaheb Thackeray, was the founder of the Shiv Sena in 1966. Originally a cartoonist, Balasaheb turned to politics to assert the rights of the Marathi manoos. Known for his hardline views and authoritative style, Balasaheb never held public office but under his leadership the Shiv Sena became a dominant political force in the western Indian state of Maharashtra. Balasaheb had three sons – Bindumadhav (deceased), Jaidev (estranged), and Uddhav, who emerged as his political successor. Bindumadhav died in a car accident on 20 April 1996 at the age of 42 when he was returning from a holiday in Lonavala. Jaidev, who is the middle son, is estranged from the family. The trouble began as early a 1990s, when Jaidev separated from his first wife Jayashree Kalelkar. Bal Thackeray felt that the fallout of this relationship hurt the family. Jaidev has largely stayed out of politics, hi relationship with his father was complicated. His nephew Raj Thackeray, son of Balasaheb’s brother Shrikant, was initially viewed as the natural heir to the Sena’s legacy. However, growing tensions within the party over succession led to Raj’s departure in 2006. He subsequently formed the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena, positioning it as a more aggressive, youth-focused alternative. Aaditya Thackeray, Uddhav’s son and Balasaheb’s grandson, represents the third generation of the Thackeray political legacy. Born in 1990, Aaditya remains the key youth face of the Shiv Sena (UBT) and is widely seen as Uddhav’s political successor. Split in the Sena and Decline at the Polls After Balasaheb’s death in 2012, Uddhav Thackeray formally took over the reins of the Shiv Sena. In 2019, he led the party into an unlikely alliance with the NCP and Congress to form the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government, becoming Chief Minister. However, in June 2022, a faction led by senior leader Eknath Shinde split from the Sena, allying with the BJP and toppling the MVA. This led to a legal and political contest over the Shiv Sena name and symbol, ultimately awarded to the Shinde-led faction by the Election Commission. The 2024 Lok Sabha elections dealt a blow to both cousins. Uddhav’s faction, contesting under the MVA umbrella, won only 9 of 48 seats in Maharashtra. Raj Thackeray’s MNS did not win a single seat and has not contested state elections since 2014. In the current 288-member Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, Uddhav's Shiv Sena (UBT) holds 16 seats, while the Shinde-led Shiv Sena has 39 seats. The BJP leads with 105 seats, forming the Mahayuti government in alliance with Shinde's faction and Ajit Pawar’s NCP. Political Reconciliation and Future Implications The Awaj Marathicha rally has been pitched as a victory celebration for the preservation of Marathi linguistic identity, but the larger subtext is the renewed partnership of the Thackeray cousins. Uddhav stated, "This is just a trailer. This is just the beginning," suggesting further joint political activity in the lead-up to the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections. Whether this reunion leads to a formal alliance or remains symbolic remains to be seen.

With Maharashtra's political landscape shifting once again, and the two Thackeray cousins reuniting, it is important to look back at the history and lineage of the Thackeray family. The family's political roots trace back to Keshav Sitaram Thackeray, widely known as Prabodhankar Thackeray.

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A viral video showing a group being assaulted in Maharashtra’s Thane has triggered a massive Marathi vs non-Marathi controversy. The name of a Shiv Sena (UBT) leader has cropped up in the row and his aides are being accused of facilitating the assault on camera.The video surfaced on the internet amid a raging language row triggered by MNS workers’ assault of a shopkeeper for not being able to speak in Marathi.<h2>How did the Thane row start?</h2>Kiran Tanaji Sawant, 43, asked a mobile phone shop owner to charge his cellphone. However, the shopkeeper couldn’t do it because of a technical glitch. The minor issue soon snowballed into a fist-fight. Sawant later accused the shopkeeper and his aides of thrashing him. He also sustained some injuries, reported NDTV.Sawant later filed a complaint with the police, which registered a case against the shopowner under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The police detained the four accused but later released them.He later approached the office of former Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Rajan Vichare who also heard the version of the shop staff. However, one of his aides interjected and asked a staff member to speak in Marathi.“Marathi mein bol, Marathi ko mara na? Marathi mein bol (Speak in Marathi. Didn’t you hit a Marathi? Now, speak in Marathi),” he added.The viral video further shows Kiran Sawant allegedly assaulting the shop staff as they bowed before him to apologise. They were made to hold their ears, a gesture denoting regret, and say that they had committed a mistake.Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aditya Thackeray, meanwhile, played down the controversy.“Regarding the viral video involving Rajan Vichare ji, I called and spoke to him. He clarified that the dispute was not between Marathi and non-Marathi individuals. It started when an office-bearer was not allowed to charge his phone, which led to an argument and eventually a physical altercation. It’s important to note that this issue is not about anyone’s regional identity,” he told reporters.Reacting to the row, Maharashtra minister Yogesh Kadam said those who disrespect Marathi will be prosecuted according to the law.“In Maharashtra, you have to speak Marathi. If you don’t know Marathi, your attitude shouldn’t be that you won’t speak Marathi... If anyone disrespects Marathi in Maharashtra, we will enforce our laws. Those who beat up (the shop owner) should not take the law into their own hands. They should have filed a complaint against the concerned person; action would have been taken,” he said.<h2>Marathi vs non-Marathi assault in Mumbai</h2>Earlier this week, a shopkeeper in Mumbai was assaulted by MNS workers for not speaking to them in Marathi. An FIR was registered by the police in connection with the assault, and a video of the incident was widely circulated on social media.The victim of the assault, Babulal Chaudhary, is the owner of the ‘Jodhpur Sweet Shop’ in Mumbai’s Mira Road suburb.He said the men came to buy water from his shop and then asked him to speak in Marathi if he wanted to continue working in Maharashtra. They slapped him and recorded the act on camera.

The video surfaced on the internet amid a raging language row triggered by MNS workers’ assault of a shopkeeper for not being able to speak in Marathi.

A viral video showing a group being assaulted in Maharashtra’s Thane has triggered a massive Marathi vs non-Marathi controversy. The name of a Shiv Sena (UBT) leader has cropped up in the row and his aides are being accused of facilitating the assault on camera. The video surfaced on the internet amid a raging language row triggered by MNS workers’ assault of a shopkeeper for not being able to speak in Marathi. How did the Thane row start? Kiran Tanaji Sawant, 43, asked a mobile phone shop owner to charge his cellphone. However, the shopkeeper couldn’t do it because of a technical glitch. The minor issue soon snowballed into a fist-fight. Sawant later accused the shopkeeper and his aides of thrashing him. He also sustained some injuries, reported NDTV. Sawant later filed a complaint with the police, which registered a case against the shopowner under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The police detained the four accused but later released them. He later approached the office of former Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Rajan Vichare who also heard the version of the shop staff. However, one of his aides interjected and asked a staff member to speak in Marathi. “Marathi mein bol, Marathi ko mara na? Marathi mein bol (Speak in Marathi. Didn’t you hit a Marathi? Now, speak in Marathi),” he added. The viral video further shows Kiran Sawant allegedly assaulting the shop staff as they bowed before him to apologise. They were made to hold their ears, a gesture denoting regret, and say that they had committed a mistake. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aditya Thackeray, meanwhile, played down the controversy. “Regarding the viral video involving Rajan Vichare ji, I called and spoke to him. He clarified that the dispute was not between Marathi and non-Marathi individuals. It started when an office-bearer was not allowed to charge his phone, which led to an argument and eventually a physical altercation. It’s important to note that this issue is not about anyone’s regional identity,” he told reporters. Reacting to the row, Maharashtra minister Yogesh Kadam said those who disrespect Marathi will be prosecuted according to the law. “In Maharashtra, you have to speak Marathi. If you don’t know Marathi, your attitude shouldn’t be that you won’t speak Marathi... If anyone disrespects Marathi in Maharashtra, we will enforce our laws. Those who beat up (the shop owner) should not take the law into their own hands. They should have filed a complaint against the concerned person; action would have been taken,” he said. Marathi vs non-Marathi assault in Mumbai Earlier this week, a shopkeeper in Mumbai was assaulted by MNS workers for not speaking to them in Marathi. An FIR was registered by the police in connection with the assault, and a video of the incident was widely circulated on social media. The victim of the assault, Babulal Chaudhary, is the owner of the ‘Jodhpur Sweet Shop’ in Mumbai’s Mira Road suburb. He said the men came to buy water from his shop and then asked him to speak in Marathi if he wanted to continue working in Maharashtra. They slapped him and recorded the act on camera.

The video surfaced on the internet amid a raging language row triggered by MNS workers’ assault of a shopkeeper for not being able to speak in Marathi.

Phone charging, apology, assault: What triggered Marathi vs non-Marathi row in Thane

In India's Maharashtra state, massive controversy has erupted over a comedian's joke on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Shinde supporters take offense at comedian Kunal Kamra's 'traitor' remark and threaten the comedian with consequences. Watch the report for more details!

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Days after Maharashtra's Nagpur saw massive violence, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday (March 22) said that the cost of public property which was damaged during the violence, will be recovered from the rioters.&nbsp;
The Maharashtra CM further warned that the assets would be seized if the cost was not paid.&nbsp;
Properties of people, who fail to pay the amount, will be seized and later sold for recovery, he said.&nbsp;
Fadnavis further warned of "bulldozer" action against the accused rioters.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/attackers-will-be-dug-out-from-graves-maharashtra-cm-devendra-fadnavis-on-nagpur-violence-8870992">&lsquo;Attackers will be dug out from graves&rsquo;: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Nagpur violence</a>
"Wherever required, bulldozers will also be used,&rdquo; he said.
Whatever damage has happened will be recovered from the rioters. If they do not pay the money, then their property will be sold for the recovery. Wherever required, bulldozers will also be used,&rdquo; Fadnavis said, as reported by ANI.&nbsp;
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Violence broke out in Nagpur city in India's western state of Maharashtra on March 17 after a group of people demanding the removal of the tomb of Aurangzeb, a Mughal ruler, allegedly burned a religious book.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nagpur-violence-mdp-leader-faheem-khan-arrested-for-inciting-clashes-8869329">Nagpur Violence: MDP leader&nbsp;Faheem Khan arrested for inciting clashes</a>
Large-scale vandalism took place, a mob set vehicles on fire, and communal clashes reportedly occurred, after which a curfew was announced in the city.&nbsp;
Several police personnel, including three deputy commissioners of police (DCPs), sustained injuries, and multiple vehicles and homes were damaged in the clashes.&nbsp;
The Maharashtra CM on Saturday said that 104 people have been arrested for rioting based on CCTV footage, adding that more people will be arrested.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/violence-breaks-out-in-nagpur-amid-aurangzeb-tomb-row-maharashtra-cm-appeals-for-peace-8863462">Violence breaks out in Nagpur amid Aurangzeb tomb row, Maharashtra CM appeals for peace</a>
&ldquo;Police action will be taken against those who are involved in the riots or are helping the rioters,&rdquo; Fadnavis was quoted as saying by ANI. "Those who spread rumours on social media will also be made co-accused. 68 social media posts have been identified and deleted so far..."
The Maharashtra chief minister also said that reports of molestation of female constables during the riots are not true.
"Stones were hurled on female police constables, reports of molestation not true,&rdquo; Fadnavis said, according to PTI.
&ldquo;Those who attacked police during the arson in Nagpur will be dug out from their graves. Attacks on police are unpardonable. They will get the strictest punishment. We won't spare them,&rdquo; said Fadnavis while speaking in the Maharashtra legislative assembly. The chief minister added that the situation in the city is calm now.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/aurangzeb-row-whats-happening-in-nagpur-8864983">Aurangzeb tomb row: What's happening in India's Nagpur?</a>
(With inputs from agencies)

India news: CM warned of "bulldozer" action against accused rioters, adding that people's properties, who fail to pay the amount, will be sold for recovery.

Days after Maharashtra's Nagpur saw massive violence, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday (March 22) said that the cost of public property which was damaged during the violence, will be recovered from the rioters. The Maharashtra CM further warned that the assets would be seized if the cost was not paid. Properties of people, who fail to pay the amount, will be seized and later sold for recovery, he said. Fadnavis further warned of "bulldozer" action against the accused rioters. Also read: ‘Attackers will be dug out from graves’: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Nagpur violence "Wherever required, bulldozers will also be used,” he said. Whatever damage has happened will be recovered from the rioters. If they do not pay the money, then their property will be sold for the recovery. Wherever required, bulldozers will also be used,” Fadnavis said, as reported by ANI. Nagpur | On Nagpur violence, Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis says, "Whatever damage has happened will be recovered from the rioters. If they do not pay the money, then their property will be sold for the recovery. Wherever required, bulldozers will also be used..." pic.twitter.com/AhVS6Mp8Kx — ANI (@ANI) March 22, 2025 Violence broke out in Nagpur city in India's western state of Maharashtra on March 17 after a group of people demanding the removal of the tomb of Aurangzeb, a Mughal ruler, allegedly burned a religious book. Also read: Nagpur Violence: MDP leader Faheem Khan arrested for inciting clashes Large-scale vandalism took place, a mob set vehicles on fire, and communal clashes reportedly occurred, after which a curfew was announced in the city. Several police personnel, including three deputy commissioners of police (DCPs), sustained injuries, and multiple vehicles and homes were damaged in the clashes. The Maharashtra CM on Saturday said that 104 people have been arrested for rioting based on CCTV footage, adding that more people will be arrested. Also read: Violence breaks out in Nagpur amid Aurangzeb tomb row, Maharashtra CM appeals for peace “Police action will be taken against those who are involved in the riots or are helping the rioters,” Fadnavis was quoted as saying by ANI. "Those who spread rumours on social media will also be made co-accused. 68 social media posts have been identified and deleted so far..." The Maharashtra chief minister also said that reports of molestation of female constables during the riots are not true. "Stones were hurled on female police constables, reports of molestation not true,” Fadnavis said, according to PTI. “Those who attacked police during the arson in Nagpur will be dug out from their graves. Attacks on police are unpardonable. They will get the strictest punishment. We won't spare them,” said Fadnavis while speaking in the Maharashtra legislative assembly. The chief minister added that the situation in the city is calm now. Also read: Aurangzeb tomb row: What's happening in India's Nagpur? (With inputs from agencies)

Nagpur violence: Maharashtra CM vows to recover cost of damage from rioters, gives ‘bulldozer action’ warning

Curfew has been imposed in several areas of Nagpur following violent protests over the grave of Aurangzeb. Authorities took action under Section 163 to restore order after clashes erupted. Watch to know more!

Nagpur violence: Protest over Mughal ruler Aurangzeb's grave turns violent

Violence broke out in central Nagpur on Monday evening (Mar 17) amid the row over the demand for the removal of Aurangzeb&rsquo;s tomb. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has appealed for peace, urging people not to believe in rumours.
Reportedly, the clash erupted following rumours that the Muslim holy book was burned by a right-wing group. According to officials, four people have been injured.
News agency PTI reported stones were pelted at the security personnel in Central Nagur. The violence also spread to Kotwali and Ganeshpeth in the late afternoon, said officials.
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To disperse the crowd, police resorted to firing tear gas shells in Chitnis Park and Mahal areas. Section 144 has been imposed, and people have been directed not to step out unless necessary.
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<h2>What led to violence?</h2>
Reportedly, things became violent in the afternoon when the members of the Hindu right-wing group Bajrang Dal staged a protest near the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in the Mahal area. The group has called for the removal of Aurangzeb&rsquo;s tomb
Videos of the demonstration quickly went viral on social media, sparking outrage from the Muslim community, reported PTI, citing police officials.
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Ganeshpeth police station registered a complaint in the evening over the alleged burning of the Islamic holy book.
Following the complaint, large crowds of Muslim community members gathered at various parts of the city, including Mahal, Kotwali, Ganeshpeth, and Chitanvis Park. Police used tear gas to control the crowd.
<h2>Bajrang Dal denies allegations</h2>
Bajrang Dal has denied the allegations, saying that they had only burned an effigy of Aurangzeb during demonstrations.
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Security was tightened in the sensitive areas of Nagpur city following the violence. A senior police official confirmed that Riot Control Police, Quick Response Teams (QRT), and State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) personnel were deployed. Additional police officers were also summoned to increase security.
<h2>Maharashtra CM Fadnavis, Union Minister Gadkari urge peace</h2>
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday night (Mar 17) urged people not to believe rumours and called for peace.
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&ldquo;Police are managing the situation following stone pelting and tense situation in the Mahal area,&rdquo; Fadnavis said in a statement.
Union minister Nitin Gadkari also appealed for peace and harmony amid tensions in parts of Nagpur.
&ldquo;Nagpur always has a history of peace. I appeal to all my brothers to maintain peace. Do not believe rumours and do not come on roads,&rdquo; he said in a video message.
(With inputs from agencies)

India news | Reportedly, the clash erupted following rumours that the Muslim holy book was burnt by a right-wing group. According to officials, four people have been injured.

Violence broke out in central Nagpur on Monday evening (Mar 17) amid the row over the demand for the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has appealed for peace, urging people not to believe in rumours. Reportedly, the clash erupted following rumours that the Muslim holy book was burned by a right-wing group. According to officials, four people have been injured. News agency PTI reported stones were pelted at the security personnel in Central Nagur. The violence also spread to Kotwali and Ganeshpeth in the late afternoon, said officials. Also read | Kidnapped, beaten, urinated on: Gruesome torture killing that forced Maharashtra minister to resign To disperse the crowd, police resorted to firing tear gas shells in Chitnis Park and Mahal areas. Section 144 has been imposed, and people have been directed not to step out unless necessary. VIDEO | Maharashtra: Tension gripped central Nagpur earlier today when stones were hurled at police amid rumours that the holy book of the Muslim community was burnt during an agitation by a right-wing body for the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb, leaving four persons injured.… pic.twitter.com/4HJHoDFtTi — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) March 17, 2025 What led to violence? Reportedly, things became violent in the afternoon when the members of the Hindu right-wing group Bajrang Dal staged a protest near the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in the Mahal area. The group has called for the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb Videos of the demonstration quickly went viral on social media, sparking outrage from the Muslim community, reported PTI, citing police officials. Also read | 'Will not tolerate': Maharashtra CM wants 'objectionable' content about Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj removed from Wikipedia Ganeshpeth police station registered a complaint in the evening over the alleged burning of the Islamic holy book. Following the complaint, large crowds of Muslim community members gathered at various parts of the city, including Mahal, Kotwali, Ganeshpeth, and Chitanvis Park. Police used tear gas to control the crowd. Bajrang Dal denies allegations Bajrang Dal has denied the allegations, saying that they had only burned an effigy of Aurangzeb during demonstrations. Also read | India flags growing activities of anti-India Khalistani elements in New Zealand Security was tightened in the sensitive areas of Nagpur city following the violence. A senior police official confirmed that Riot Control Police, Quick Response Teams (QRT), and State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) personnel were deployed. Additional police officers were also summoned to increase security. Maharashtra CM Fadnavis, Union Minister Gadkari urge peace Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday night (Mar 17) urged people not to believe rumours and called for peace. Also read | India raises concerns over Khalistani terror, Sikhs For Justice in meeting with Tulsi Gabbard “Police are managing the situation following stone pelting and tense situation in the Mahal area,” Fadnavis said in a statement. Union minister Nitin Gadkari also appealed for peace and harmony amid tensions in parts of Nagpur. “Nagpur always has a history of peace. I appeal to all my brothers to maintain peace. Do not believe rumours and do not come on roads,” he said in a video message. (With inputs from agencies)

Violence breaks out in Nagpur amid Aurangzeb tomb row, Maharashtra CM appeals for peace

A horrific incident took place last year in Maharashtra&rsquo;s Beed district where the local sarpanch (village head) Santosh Deshmukh was brutally tortured and murdered, which has forced Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Dhananjay Munde to resign as minister on Tuesday (Mar 4).
The assailants captured 15 videos, eight photos, and made two video calls, documenting Deshmukh&rsquo;s abduction, torture, and killing. The videos and images of the incident went viral on social media, sparking uproar from the public. Following this, Munde tendered his resignation after his close aide, Walmik Karad, was arrested in the case for allegedly masterminding the murder.
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<h2>Details of murder</h2>
According to the charge sheet, Santosh Deshmukh was kidnapped on December 9 for allegedly trying to foil an attempt for extortion from an energy company.
As per police, he was beaten with a gas pipe, an iron rod, wooden sticks, and sharp weapons for more than two hours. In one of the videos, he is seen half naked being forced to sit. In another video, one of the accused urinates on him as he bled heavily, said the chargesheet.
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Accused Krishna Andhale, who made two video calls of the ordeal, is on the run. The chargesheet does not identify the person he called. Police have recovered 15 broken pieces of the pipe used to thrash Deshmukh.&nbsp;
One of the accused, Sudarshan Ghule, ran a crime syndicate in Beed, which has 11 cases against it. The gang has been active in Ambajogai, Kej, Dharur in Beed, and Kalamb in the Dharashiv district.
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<h2>Minister forced to resign</h2>
Munde&rsquo;s aide, Karad, looked after his election campaign and is among the seven perpetrators involved in the case. Reportedly, Munde was unwilling to resign immediately and wanted to explain himself in the state assembly, but Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and his deputy Ajit Pawar denied the request after the chargesheet describing the brutality was brought forward and the incident went viral.
(With inputs from agencies)

India news | The assailants captured 15 videos, eight photos, and made two video calls, documenting Deshmukh’s abduction, torture, and killing. The videos and images of the incident went viral on social media, sparking public uproar.

A horrific incident took place last year in Maharashtra’s Beed district where the local sarpanch (village head) Santosh Deshmukh was brutally tortured and murdered, which has forced Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Dhananjay Munde to resign as minister on Tuesday (Mar 4). The assailants captured 15 videos, eight photos, and made two video calls, documenting Deshmukh’s abduction, torture, and killing. The videos and images of the incident went viral on social media, sparking uproar from the public. Following this, Munde tendered his resignation after his close aide, Walmik Karad, was arrested in the case for allegedly masterminding the murder. Also read | Himani Narwal murder: CCTV video emerges of accused carrying Congress worker's body stuffed in suitcase Details of murder According to the charge sheet, Santosh Deshmukh was kidnapped on December 9 for allegedly trying to foil an attempt for extortion from an energy company. As per police, he was beaten with a gas pipe, an iron rod, wooden sticks, and sharp weapons for more than two hours. In one of the videos, he is seen half naked being forced to sit. In another video, one of the accused urinates on him as he bled heavily, said the chargesheet. Also read | Himani Narwal murder case: Police reveal accused killed her with ‘mobile charger cable’ Accused Krishna Andhale, who made two video calls of the ordeal, is on the run. The chargesheet does not identify the person he called. Police have recovered 15 broken pieces of the pipe used to thrash Deshmukh. One of the accused, Sudarshan Ghule, ran a crime syndicate in Beed, which has 11 cases against it. The gang has been active in Ambajogai, Kej, Dharur in Beed, and Kalamb in the Dharashiv district. Also read | Who was Shahzadi Khan? UP woman accused of killing child in UAE, executed on Feb 15, says MEA Minister forced to resign Munde’s aide, Karad, looked after his election campaign and is among the seven perpetrators involved in the case. Reportedly, Munde was unwilling to resign immediately and wanted to explain himself in the state assembly, but Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and his deputy Ajit Pawar denied the request after the chargesheet describing the brutality was brought forward and the incident went viral. (With inputs from agencies)

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Tests have confirmed that contaminated water was the cause of the recent GBS outbreak in Pune, which has claimed seven lives, including the death of a 10-year-old child. The outbreak has raised serious concerns about water quality and public health safety in the region.

GBS Outbreak in India: Cases in Maharashtra rise to 166, death toll reaches 7

Days after the state reported the first death due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), the government of the western state of India, Maharashtra, appealed to the citizens not to panic and visit a government hospital in case any symptoms appeared.
Citizens should also implement preventive measures, the government said in its appeal.
According to the state public health department release issued late on Monday night, there are 110 suspected patients of GBS and one death has been reported until now.
Of these, eight have been diagnosed as confirmed GBS cases.
Of the 110 suspected patients, about 88 are from the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), 15 from the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) and seven are from other districts.
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Out of this, 73 are men and 37 are women while 13 out of these are currently on ventilators.
Nine patients suspected of suffering from GBS were reported on Monday (January 27), of these, seven were from PMC, one from PCMC &amp; one from other districts.
A Pune-based Chartered Accountant from DSK Vishwa area in Dhayari died. He had been suffering from diarrhoea for a few days and had gone to his native village in Solapur district for a private visit. After feeling extreme weakness, he was admitted to a private hospital in Solapur where the doctors diagnosed him with GBS.
He was shifted to the ICU for further treatment as he was unable to move his hands and legs.
After his health improved he was moved out of the ICU on Saturday but he faced breathing problems and later died. This was confirmed by the relatives of the deceased.
According to the Public Health Department, GBS is an autoimmune disorder where the body's immune system attacks the peripheral nervous system. It is characterised by muscle weakness, and in severe cases, paralysis.
The common symptoms of GBS include sudden weakness in hands or legs/paralysis, trouble while walking or weakness with sudden onset of diarrhoea for sustained periods.
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The public health department said it has taken a slew of measures including a visit by a state-level rapid response team to the affected area immediately, and instructions to Pune Municipal Commissioner and rural district authorities to increase surveillance activities.
As many as 44 stool samples were sent to NIV Pune and tested for enteric virus panel. Moreover, 14 samples tested positive for Norovirus and five stool samples were positive for Campylobacter.
A total of 59 blood samples have been sent to NIV. All samples have tested negative for Zika, Dengue, and Chikungunya. 
About 34 water samples from different parts of the city have been sent for chemical and biological analysis to the Public Health Laboratory and samples from seven water sources were found contaminated.
Instructions have been given to increase health promotion activities and an appeal has been made to private medical practitioners to notify any GBS patient to the respective public health authorities.
&ldquo;Citizens should not panic. The state's health department is prepared to implement preventive and control measures. In house-to-house surveillance activities, 23,017 houses in Pune MC, 4,441 houses in PCMC and 7,610 houses in Pune rural areas have been surveyed (total 35,068),&rdquo; said an officer from the state public health department.
The citizens have been urged to take every possible care to keep the water quality good, drink boiled water, keep food fresh and clean, and avoid infection by not keeping cooked and uncooked food items together.
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Maharashtra government urges calm after first Guillain-Barre Syndrome death; advises citizens to seek medical attention at government hospitals if symptoms occur.

Days after the state reported the first death due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), the government of the western state of India, Maharashtra, appealed to the citizens not to panic and visit a government hospital in case any symptoms appeared. Citizens should also implement preventive measures, the government said in its appeal. According to the state public health department release issued late on Monday night, there are 110 suspected patients of GBS and one death has been reported until now. Of these, eight have been diagnosed as confirmed GBS cases. Of the 110 suspected patients, about 88 are from the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), 15 from the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) and seven are from other districts. Also read | Prime Minister Modi highlights India's growing concert economy, citing Coldplay's tour Out of this, 73 are men and 37 are women while 13 out of these are currently on ventilators. Nine patients suspected of suffering from GBS were reported on Monday (January 27), of these, seven were from PMC, one from PCMC & one from other districts. A Pune-based Chartered Accountant from DSK Vishwa area in Dhayari died. He had been suffering from diarrhoea for a few days and had gone to his native village in Solapur district for a private visit. After feeling extreme weakness, he was admitted to a private hospital in Solapur where the doctors diagnosed him with GBS. He was shifted to the ICU for further treatment as he was unable to move his hands and legs. After his health improved he was moved out of the ICU on Saturday but he faced breathing problems and later died. This was confirmed by the relatives of the deceased. According to the Public Health Department, GBS is an autoimmune disorder where the body's immune system attacks the peripheral nervous system. It is characterised by muscle weakness, and in severe cases, paralysis. The common symptoms of GBS include sudden weakness in hands or legs/paralysis, trouble while walking or weakness with sudden onset of diarrhoea for sustained periods. Also read | PM Modi to visit US in Feb, Trump says India ‘will do what's right’ on immigrants The public health department said it has taken a slew of measures including a visit by a state-level rapid response team to the affected area immediately, and instructions to Pune Municipal Commissioner and rural district authorities to increase surveillance activities. As many as 44 stool samples were sent to NIV Pune and tested for enteric virus panel. Moreover, 14 samples tested positive for Norovirus and five stool samples were positive for Campylobacter. A total of 59 blood samples have been sent to NIV. All samples have tested negative for Zika, Dengue, and Chikungunya. About 34 water samples from different parts of the city have been sent for chemical and biological analysis to the Public Health Laboratory and samples from seven water sources were found contaminated. Instructions have been given to increase health promotion activities and an appeal has been made to private medical practitioners to notify any GBS patient to the respective public health authorities. “Citizens should not panic. The state's health department is prepared to implement preventive and control measures. In house-to-house surveillance activities, 23,017 houses in Pune MC, 4,441 houses in PCMC and 7,610 houses in Pune rural areas have been surveyed (total 35,068),” said an officer from the state public health department. The citizens have been urged to take every possible care to keep the water quality good, drink boiled water, keep food fresh and clean, and avoid infection by not keeping cooked and uncooked food items together. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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The Maharashtra Health Department has reported a suspected first death linked to the ongoing Guillain-Barré Syndrome outbreak, raising public health concerns statewide.

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A rare neurological disorder, Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), has claimed its first life in Pune. This death comes amidst an outbreak of GBS in Pune with 100 infections confirmed. Watch this report for more details!

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The death toll in the blast that took place at the ordnance factory in the Jawahar Nagar area of Bhandara district in the western state of India's Maharashtra on Friday (Jan 24) has risen to eight, confirmed Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.
"A big blast has occurred in the Ordnance Factory in Bhandara. In the incident, eight people have died and seven are injured, as per preliminary information," Gadkari said, as reported by news agency ANI.
Rescue teams including firefighters and ambulances have been deployed to the site. The explosion caused the roof of the factory to collapse, and earthmovers are currently working to remove the debris.
According to Collector Bhandara Sanjay Kolte, a total of fourteen people have been rescued so far.
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<h2 dir="ltr">CM Devendra Fadnavis reacts</h2>
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis paid his heartfelt tributes to the person who lost his life in the incident.
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&ldquo;There are reports that 13 to 14 workers were trapped after the roof collapsed in the explosion in Ordanace factory in Bhandara district. According to the preliminary information received so far, unfortunately, one worker has died. 5 workers have been safely evacuated,&rdquo; Fadnavis posted on X.
The state CM said that the district administration is involved in rescue operations in coordination with the defence forces.
&ldquo;The District Collector and the Superintendent of Police are at the spot and all kinds of help are being provided. SDRF and Nagpur Municipal Corporation teams have also been called for rescue operations and they will arrive soon. The district administration is involved in rescue operations in coordination with the defence forces. Teams have also been kept ready for medical assistance. I pay my heartfelt tributes to the one person who has lost his life in the incident,&rdquo; he wrote on X.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says rescue efforts are underway&nbsp;</h2>
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also expressed his anguish over the incident saying that efforts are underway to assist those who are affected.
"Deeply saddened to know about the blast at Ordnance Factory at Bhandara, Maharashtra...The rescue teams are deployed at the site. All efforts are being made to assist those who are affected,&rdquo; Singh wrote on X.
(With inputs from agencies)

India: A tragic blast at Maharashtra's Bhandara ordnance factory claims eight life and leaves several trapped, highlighting urgent safety concerns in industrial areas.

The death toll in the blast that took place at the ordnance factory in the Jawahar Nagar area of Bhandara district in the western state of India's Maharashtra on Friday (Jan 24) has risen to eight, confirmed Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. "A big blast has occurred in the Ordnance Factory in Bhandara. In the incident, eight people have died and seven are injured, as per preliminary information," Gadkari said, as reported by news agency ANI. Rescue teams including firefighters and ambulances have been deployed to the site. The explosion caused the roof of the factory to collapse, and earthmovers are currently working to remove the debris. According to Collector Bhandara Sanjay Kolte, a total of fourteen people have been rescued so far. VIDEO | Maharashtra: One person was killed in a blast at the ordnance factory in #Bhandara district. Search and rescue efforts are underway for 10 employees, police said. (Source: Third Party) (Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/lvqyayeWDp — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) January 24, 2025 CM Devendra Fadnavis reacts Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis paid his heartfelt tributes to the person who lost his life in the incident. Also read | ‘Incident occurred due to rumour of fire,’ says Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar on Jalgaon train accident “There are reports that 13 to 14 workers were trapped after the roof collapsed in the explosion in Ordanace factory in Bhandara district. According to the preliminary information received so far, unfortunately, one worker has died. 5 workers have been safely evacuated,” Fadnavis posted on X. The state CM said that the district administration is involved in rescue operations in coordination with the defence forces. “The District Collector and the Superintendent of Police are at the spot and all kinds of help are being provided. SDRF and Nagpur Municipal Corporation teams have also been called for rescue operations and they will arrive soon. The district administration is involved in rescue operations in coordination with the defence forces. Teams have also been kept ready for medical assistance. I pay my heartfelt tributes to the one person who has lost his life in the incident,” he wrote on X. Also read | Hyderabad murder mystery: No body part recovered despite ex-Armyman confessing to killing wife Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says rescue efforts are underway Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also expressed his anguish over the incident saying that efforts are underway to assist those who are affected. "Deeply saddened to know about the blast at Ordnance Factory at Bhandara, Maharashtra...The rescue teams are deployed at the site. All efforts are being made to assist those who are affected,” Singh wrote on X. (With inputs from agencies)

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Maharashtra, India
Around two weeks after the Maharashtra swearing-in ceremony, the cabinet portfolio was announced on Saturday (Dec 21). Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde got three ministries, including Urban Development, Housing and Public Works. However, he did not get the Home portfolio, which he was interested in. 
The second Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, has been assigned the key Finance Ministry portfolio. Moreover, he also got the Excise portfolio. 
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis got himself the Home, Energy, and Law ministries. 
Shiv Sena's Dadaji Bhuse will be the new school education minister while Uday Samant will continue to be the industries minister. 
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Sena's Prakash Abitkar will be heading the health ministry while Pratap Sarnaik is the transport minister. 
Bharatiya Janata Party's Chandrashekhar Bawankule got the revenue ministry. 
In the Maharashtra assembly polls, the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secured a decisive victory, winning 235 seats. The Bharatiya Janata Party emerged as the single-largest party with 132 seats, while Shiv Sena won 57 and NCP secured 41 seats. 
Shiv Sena demanded the CM portfolio for Eknath Shinde after the victory. However, after days of discussion, Shinde relented and conceded the Chief Minister's post to Devendra Fadnavis. 
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Later, Shinde demanded the home portfolio. 
Hours before the cabinet portfolios were assigned today, state minister Girish Mahajan said "he believes a unanimous decision has been reached" between Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and his Deputies over portfolio allocation.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aditya Thackeray slammed the Devendra Fadnavis-led government, terming the delay in portfolio allocation "a joke", adding that the ministers have gotten their perks but no responsibility. 
"All ministers got bungalows and cars but no responsibility. A joke is going on. No one wants to serve," he told Indian news agency ANI.
(With inputs from agencies)

Deputy CM Eknath Shinde landed three ministries, including Urban Development, Housing and Public Works. 



Maharashtra, India Around two weeks after the Maharashtra swearing-in ceremony, the cabinet portfolio was announced on Saturday (Dec 21). Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde got three ministries, including Urban Development, Housing and Public Works. However, he did not get the Home portfolio, which he was interested in. The second Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, has been assigned the key Finance Ministry portfolio. Moreover, he also got the Excise portfolio. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis got himself the Home, Energy, and Law ministries. Shiv Sena's Dadaji Bhuse will be the new school education minister while Uday Samant will continue to be the industries minister. Also read: Maharashtra cabinet: Shiv Sena MLA Bhondekar resigns citing broken promise of cabinet berth Sena's Prakash Abitkar will be heading the health ministry while Pratap Sarnaik is the transport minister. Bharatiya Janata Party's Chandrashekhar Bawankule got the revenue ministry. In the Maharashtra assembly polls, the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secured a decisive victory, winning 235 seats. The Bharatiya Janata Party emerged as the single-largest party with 132 seats, while Shiv Sena won 57 and NCP secured 41 seats. Shiv Sena demanded the CM portfolio for Eknath Shinde after the victory. However, after days of discussion, Shinde relented and conceded the Chief Minister's post to Devendra Fadnavis. Watch | Why Maharashtra matters to India × Later, Shinde demanded the home portfolio. Hours before the cabinet portfolios were assigned today, state minister Girish Mahajan said "he believes a unanimous decision has been reached" between Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and his Deputies over portfolio allocation. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aditya Thackeray slammed the Devendra Fadnavis-led government, terming the delay in portfolio allocation "a joke", adding that the ministers have gotten their perks but no responsibility. "All ministers got bungalows and cars but no responsibility. A joke is going on. No one wants to serve," he told Indian news agency ANI. (With inputs from agencies)

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