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Army of 10 Lawyers Mobilized to Save Parth Pawar in Pune Land Deal; Will He Escape Stamp Duty Penalty

26Nov

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

Army of 10 Lawyers Mobilized to Save Parth Pawar in Pune Land Deal; Will He Escape Stamp Duty Penalty

Mumbai: The Pune land deal controversy involving Parth Pawar, son of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, has intensified, with an army of 10 lawyers now representing him to mitigate liabilities, including a potential ₹42 crore stamp duty. The case is being examined by a Revenue Department committee headed by Chief Secretary Vikas Kharge. Parth Pawar’s firm, Amadia Enterprises LLP, requested an additional 15 days to respond to the notice issued regarding stamp duty payment for the Mundhwa land parcel. On the final day of the original notice, the firm approached the Inspector General of Registration (IGR) office, which had initially instructed the payment of ₹21 crore as stamp duty. The IGR granted a seven-day extension and senior officials will decide on the additional time req...

Maoists Announce “Fight to the Last Breath” During PLGA Week; December 2–8 Marked for Revolutionary Activities

26Nov

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Maharashtra, State

Maoists Announce “Fight to the Last Breath” During PLGA Week; December 2–8 Marked for Revolutionary Activities

Nagpur: The Maoist strongholds stretching from Gadchiroli to Chhattisgarh are witnessing renewed activity. While the government claims that Maoist influence will be eradicated by March 2026, a recent letter from the People’s Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA) has sent ripples across security agencies. Earlier, the banned CPI (Maoist) reportedly requested a three-month pause in anti-Naxal operations to allow cadres to surrender and avail government rehabilitation schemes. However, the Central Military Commission (CMC) has now issued a sharply contrasting directive, calling on Maoist cadres to observe PLGA Week from December 2 to 8 with revolutionary zeal, pledging to fight “until the last breath.” The announcement coincides with the 25th anniversary of the PLGA and is being perceived as...

Maharashtra Moves to Enforce HSRP on 1 Crore Vehicles; Only 47 Lakh Cars Equipped So Far

26Nov

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Maharashtra, State

Maharashtra Moves to Enforce HSRP on 1 Crore Vehicles; Only 47 Lakh Cars Equipped So Far

Pune/Mumbai: The Maharashtra Transport Department has emphasized the mandatory installation of High-Security Registration Plates (HSRP) on older vehicles. Despite the directive, only 47.23 lakh vehicles across the state have been fitted with HSRP so far, leaving over 1.08 crore vehicles yet to comply. The deadline for installation has been extended to November 30, 2025, after which action will be taken against non-compliant vehicles. Why HSRP is Essential:The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways mandated HSRP installation on all vehicles manufactured before April 1, 2019. Maharashtra alone has 2.43 crore vehicles falling under this category. While 87.18 lakh vehicles have been registered for HSRP, a significant number of vehicle owners have yet to register or install the plates. C...

Mumbai Airport Sets New Record as World’s Busiest Single-Runway Airport with 1,036 Flights in a Day

26Nov

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Maharashtra, State

Mumbai Airport Sets New Record as World’s Busiest Single-Runway Airport with 1,036 Flights in a Day

Mumbai: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA, IATA: BOM) in Mumbai has created a new aviation milestone, becoming the world’s busiest single-runway airport. On November 21, 2025, the airport handled a staggering 1,036 flights within 24 hours, surpassing its own previous record of 1,032 flights set on November 11, 2023. Flight Movements and Passenger Traffic:According to officials from the Airports Authority of India, CSMIA managed 518 arrivals and 515 departures during the day. Peak hours experienced heavy air traffic, with temperatures climbing to around 40°C at times. The record reflects growing demand at India’s second busiest airport and highlights the increasing operational pressure ahead of Navi Mumbai International Airport’s commercial launch. The airport a...

Nepali Woman Arrested at Mumbai Airport for Using Fake Indian Passport to Travel to Oman

26Nov

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Nepali Woman Arrested at Mumbai Airport for Using Fake Indian Passport to Travel to Oman

Mumbai: A Nepali woman attempting to fly to Oman using a forged Indian passport was arrested at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. The arrest was made after immigration officials detected discrepancies during routine checks. A case has been registered against her for fraudulent travel and use of forged documents. Suspicion at Immigration CounterAccording to an officer from Sahar Police Station, the woman identified herself as Kajal and presented an Indian passport mentioning her birthplace as Nohra, Himachal Pradesh. However, her physical appearance raised doubts, as she looked distinctly Nepali. She was immediately referred for detailed interrogation. During questioning, she confessed that she was not Indian but a citizen of Nepal. Actual Identity RevealedThe wom...

Shocking Incident at Thane Civil Hospital: Snake Causes Panic Among Patients, Doctors, and Nurses

25Nov

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Maharashtra, State

Shocking Incident at Thane Civil Hospital: Snake Causes Panic Among Patients, Doctors, and Nurses

Thane: A startling incident unfolded on Monday at a ward in Thane Civil Hospital when a live snake appeared, causing patients, doctors, nurses, and staff to flee in panic. Thankfully, no one was injured, but the episode has raised serious concerns about patient safety within the hospital premises. Hospitals are generally considered safe havens for patients seeking treatment for physical or mental ailments. However, what happens when this supposed safety is suddenly threatened? On Monday, this very scenario occurred at Thane Civil Hospital, located near Mumbai, shaking both patients and medical staff alike. Panic Ensues Among Patients and StaffThe incident took place in a ward at the hospital, where everyone immediately ran for cover upon seeing the snake. No injuries were reported, b...

Versova: Muslim Majority, but a Close Contest Between Uddhav Faction and BJP, Congress Enters the Fray

25Nov

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Maharashtra, State

Versova: Muslim Majority, but a Close Contest Between Uddhav Faction and BJP, Congress Enters the Fray

Mumbai: The upcoming BMC elections in Mumbai are shaping up to be a fiercely contested battle, especially in the politically significant Versova assembly constituency. Seven years after the last BMC elections in 2017, shifting political equations and party splits are creating a complex scenario. The NCP is now divided, while Shiv Sena itself is split into two factions. Versova: Electoral SignificanceKnown for its film personalities and fishing communities, Versova has five BMC wards — 59, 60, 61, 62, and 63 — falling under its assembly constituency. In the 2017 BMC elections, Shiv Sena and BJP won two seats each, while one seat went to an independent candidate. The MIM finished third in Ward 63. Analysts suggest that given the current political dynamics, the margin of victory in the upc...

Man Claims Possession of Prophet Muhammad’s Hair, Tricks Mumbai Women of ₹11 Lakh in Jewelry and Cash

25Nov

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Man Claims Possession of Prophet Muhammad’s Hair, Tricks Mumbai Women of ₹11 Lakh in Jewelry and Cash

Mumbai: The Mahim police have registered a case involving a bizarre and elaborate fraud. The accused, 31-year-old Abdul Sattar Qadri, allegedly claimed to be a descendant of Prophet Muhammad and used this claim to deceive two women, tricking them out of jewelry and cash worth approximately ₹11 lakh. According to authorities, the complaint was filed by local resident Ansar Ahmed Abdul Ghani. Police reports reveal that in 2022, the complainant and his brother Israr Farooqui met Qadri at a dargah in South Mumbai. During conversations, Qadri claimed he possessed a strand of the Prophet’s hair. The Fraud SchemeQadri was later invited to the brothers’ residence in Mahim, where he presented a hair in a glass jar, asserting it belonged to Prophet Muhammad. Following certain rituals conducted...

Traffic Violations Surge in Maharashtra: 434,433 Vehicles Fined ₹260.59 Crore in 180 Days

25Nov

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Maharashtra, State

Traffic Violations Surge in Maharashtra: 434,433 Vehicles Fined ₹260.59 Crore in 180 Days

Mumbai: The Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) across Maharashtra have taken strict action against traffic violations, checking 1,357,618 vehicles over six months from April 1 to September 30, 2025. Of these, 434,433 vehicles were found violating traffic rules, resulting in a total fine collection of ₹260.59 crore. Details of the Enforcement DriveThe campaign primarily targeted serious violations including driving without a license, expired insurance, missing Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificates, unauthorized vehicle modifications, mobile use while driving, and overloading. Inspections were conducted on private passenger vehicles, school buses, auto-rickshaws, metered taxis, and private vehicles. Offending drivers were fined between ₹500 and ₹20,000 depending on the violation. F...

Kali Mata Statue Dressed as Mother Mary Sparks Uproar in Chembur, Priest Arrested

25Nov

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Maharashtra, State

Kali Mata Statue Dressed as Mother Mary Sparks Uproar in Chembur, Priest Arrested

Mumbai: A shocking incident in Chembur’s Vashi Naka area has left devotees stunned after a statue of Goddess Kali was dressed in attire resembling Mother Mary at a local Kali Mata temple. The unusual sight caused confusion and anger among worshippers, prompting police intervention and the arrest of the temple priest. The IncidentDevotees visiting the temple were taken aback upon seeing the idol of Goddess Kali adorned in clothes resembling Mother Mary. The incident triggered outrage among local devotees and Hindu organizations, who gathered at the temple to protest and demanded strict action. A First Information Report (FIR) was promptly filed at the RCF police station. Priest’s ExplanationWhen questioned, the priest reportedly claimed that Goddess Kali appeared in his dream and inst...