<![CDATA[ Mumbai News: Latest News, Breaking News And Headlines Today]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/mumbai-2en-usFri, 23 Feb 2024 10:15:13 +0530<![CDATA[Former Lok Sabha speaker, ex-CM of Maharashtra Manohar Joshi dies at 86 ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/manohar-joshi-dies-at-86-3978997

Manohar Joshi no more: An Indian politician, a prominent figure in Maharashtra's political landscape and former Lok Sabha Speaker, Manohar Joshi passed away this morning at around 3 am in Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai. 

As per the reports, 86-year-old key patron of NLC Bharat, Joshi was admitted to Hinduja Hospital on February 21 after suffering a cardiac arrest.

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"Manohar Joshi, Ex-Chief Minister of Maharashtra, was admitted at PD Hinduja Hospital on 21st February 2024. He suffered a cardiac event and is severely ill. He is currently in the ICU under close observation and receiving best of medical care," the hospital said in a statement on Thursday.

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The funeral ceremony of Manohar Joshi to take place at Dadar Shivaji Park Crematorium, with full state honours

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Who was Manohar Joshi? 

  • Manohar Joshi was an Indian politician and a prominent figure in Maharashtra's political landscape.
  • Joshi was associated with the Shiv Sena, a right-wing political party based in Maharashtra. 
  • Joshi served as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra from 1995 to 1999 and as Speaker of the Lok Sabha from 2002 to 2004.
  • He was also a Member of the Rajya Sabha from 2006 to 2012 and Minister of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises from 1999 to 2002. 
  • In September 2022, Manohar Joshi was appointed as a key patron of NLC Bharat
  • Manohar Joshi was recognised as a seasoned politician who has played a significant role in Maharashtra's political and social landscape.                   

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Shefali KohliFri, 23 Feb 2024 10:15:13 +053039060663906066
<![CDATA[FEMA case: ED conduct searches at multiple premises of Hiranandani Group in Mumbai ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/ed-raid-at-hiranandani-group-in-mumbai-3917593

FEMA case: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday conducted searches at multiple premises of the Hiranandani Group in Mumbai on charges of violations under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). 

Exact details about the charges that were framed against the Group were not known at the time of filing this report.

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The Hiranandani Group is a prominent real estate conglomerate based in India. Founded by Niranjan Hiranandani and Surendra Hiranandani in 1978, the group has made significant contributions to the development of residential and commercial properties in various cities across the country. 

Over the years, the Hiranandani Group has expanded its footprint beyond real estate to include sectors such as healthcare, education, hospitality, and infrastructure development. 

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Shefali KohliThu, 22 Feb 2024 14:10:05 +053038447613844761
<![CDATA[Mumbai Trans Harbour Link promises a fast lane to future! See Details ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/know-all-about-mumbai-trans-harbour-link-2327339

 

PTC Web Desk: The Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), an engineering marvel also known as Atal Setu as a tribute to former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee, is set for inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 12. Set to redefine travel between Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, the MTHL boasts a six-lane sea bridge spanning 16.50 km over the sea and 5.5 km on land, with a total cost of Rs 18,000 crore.

This significant infrastructure project aims to drastically reduce travel time, enabling commuters to cover the distance in a mere 20 minutes, a journey that traditionally consumed 2 hours.

The Mumbai Police have meticulously outlined regulations for the usage of the sea bridge, also known as Atal Setu, to ensure public safety and convenience. For four-wheelers, including cars, taxis, light motor vehicles, minibuses, and two-axle buses, a maximum speed limit of 100 kmph has been set. However, caution is emphasised during the ascent and descent, where the speed limit drops to 40 kmph. These measures are intended to mitigate potential dangers and inconveniences.

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In a strategic move, heavy vehicles such as multi-axle trucks and buses destined for Mumbai will not be permitted entry on the Eastern Freeway. Instead, they are directed to use the Mumbai Port-Sewri Exit (Exit 1C) and navigate through the MBPT Road near 'Gadi Adda' for further movement.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the sea bridge on January 12.

Furthermore, certain vehicles, including motorcycles, mopeds, three-wheelers, autos, tractors, animal-drawn vehicles, and slow-moving vehicles, are restricted from accessing the sea bridge altogether. These restrictions are part of the Mumbai police's comprehensive plan to manage traffic flow and uphold safety standards.

The MTHL's inauguration marks a significant milestone in India's infrastructure development, promising not only enhanced connectivity between key urban centers, but also a transformative impact on regional travel times. As the nation awaits the Prime Minister's inauguration on January 12, the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link stands as a testament to India's commitment to advancing its transportation infrastructure for the benefit of its citizens.

 

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Jasleen KaurThu, 11 Jan 2024 16:05:57 +053022555242255524
<![CDATA[CM Shinde reacts after 'bomb scare' in Mumbai, assures 'strict action against culprits' ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/cm-shinde-reacts-after-bomb-scare-in-mumbai-assures-strict-action-against-culprits-2059023

'Bomb scare' in Mumbai: After the 'bomb scare' in Mumbai, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, on Sunday, assured that the perpetrators would face strict action.

"The Mumbai Police Department is on high alert; no one will succeed in any way. Our police officers are capable in every way, and anyone who does something wrong or violates the rules will be punished. Strong action will be taken against the perpetrators," said CM Shinde.

'Bomb scare' in Mumbai

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For the unversed, Mumbai Police swung into action after an anonymous caller warned of serial blasts in the city, officials said on Sunday.

"On Saturday evening, around 6 p.m., Mumbai Police Control received a threat call. Before hanging up, the caller stated that there would be serial blasts in Mumbai," an official said.

The police responded by conducting searches at several key public places and installations throughout the city. However, no explosives or anything suspicious were discovered.

"Police are currently trying to find out the details of the caller," the official said, adding that an investigation is ongoing.

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Shagun Sun, 31 Dec 2023 14:01:57 +053019884791988479
<![CDATA[Maharashtra mishap: 2 killed, 55 injured as bus overturns in Raigad ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/maharashtra-mishap-2-killed-55-injured-as-bus-overturns-in-raigad-2057649

Maharashtra mishap: In a tragic, horrific and dreadful incident, two people died and 55 were injured after a bus overturned in the Tamhani Ghat area of Raigad at around 7.30 am today. 

In response to the distress call, emergency services swiftly mobilised and arrived at the accident site to deliver immediate assistance. The injured passengers were expeditiously transported to the closest medical facility, ensuring they received the required treatment.

The unfortunate incident has prompted apprehensions regarding the safety of travel buses navigating through hilly and ghat regions, which are frequently prone to such accidents.

This is not the first horrific incident that unfolded in Maharashtra's Raigad district. In April 2023, 13 killed , 29 critically injured  as bus plunged into a 300-feet gorge in Raigad

Further details are awaited 

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Shefali KohliSat, 30 Dec 2023 10:48:03 +053019871701987170
<![CDATA[Mumbai horror | ‘Slapped, strangled, run over by car’ seriously injured girlfriend shares harrowing ordeal ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/top-news/mumbai-horror-slapped-strangled-run-over-by-car-seriously-injured-girlfriend-shares-harrowing-ordeal-736078

Mumbai shocker: Violence against daughter and women’s of the nation is increasing with the each passing day which has become the serious and deeply concerning issue especially in Delhi, NRC and Mumbai. The violence against women can take place in various forms including physical, emotional, and economic abuse. 

An uptick in such cases is a serious issue for society and is also raising questions on the law-and-order situation in the nation.

In a recent spine-chilling and horrifying incident from Mumbai’s Thane, a 26-year-old girlfriend shared harrowing ordeal of how an argument with man resulted in serious injuries to her. 

In the distressing incident which unfolded on Monday, a 26-year-old woman was seriously injured after her boyfriend and his friends slapped, strangles, beat, hit and tried to run car over her after a party in Mumbai’s Thane. 

The seriously injured woman, Priya Singh took to her social media handle to share the harrowing ordeal of how her boyfriend Ashwajit Gaikwad and his friends allegedly beaten her, tried to strangle her, and then asked driver to mow her down. 


The harrowing ordeal 

The horrific and dreadful incident pertains to Monday when Priya Singh received a call from her boyfriend asking her to join him at a family function. 

Priya Singh took to her Instagram handle and shared a serious of pictures telling her harrowing ordeal. In her posts, she wrote, “Upon reaching there I met some friends and found that my boyfriend was behaving Strange. So l asked him if everything was fine and insisted him for us to talk in private.” 

“I stepped out of the function and waited for him. He along with his friends came outside. I tried talking to him but his friend (Romil Patil) wouldn't let me do that instead started insulting me. This Further blew up into a heated argument. My boyfriend and his friend used abusive language to which I asked my boyfriend to defend me and not abuse which led to the start of something beyond my imagination.”


“My boyfriend slapped me, tried to strangle my neck, I tried to push him away he bit my hand, beat me, pulled my hair and his friend out of no where pushed me to the ground,” she added. 

In next picture of her Instagram post, she added, “I immediately rushed to my boyfriend near his car to get my phone and bag (he had snatched my belongings during the fight and kept it in his car)”


“As soon as I reached to his Car (Range Rover Defender) I heard him Say "Uda de isko " to his driver (Sagar). His driver sped up the car and hit me from the left corner of the vehicle which got me to the ground and the Rear left wheel of the car went over my right leg.”

“I was left on the street in pain for around 30 mins all alone withoud my phone or any help. A passenger by saw me and informed the local police. This stranger stayed near me to help me.” 

Priya Singh’s left leg is completely injured and she had undergone surgery and she suffered with bruises all over her body, arms, necks and stomach area. 

She has been bedridden for minimum 3 to 4 months and after that also she will have to take support to walk for another 6 months.

Priya Singh and Ashwajit Gaikwad Relationship 

Notably, Priya Singh and her boyfriend Ashwajit Gaikwad is a son of a senior bureaucrat Anil Gaikwad, Managing Director at the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation. Priya Singh and Ashwajit Gaikwad were in relationship from past 5 years and were well acquainted with each other families. 


Such spine-chilling and frightening incidents raise concern about the safety of women in India. 

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Shefali KohliSat, 16 Dec 2023 14:20:44 +053019602411960241
<![CDATA[Mumbai shocker: Married manager arrested for sexually harassing Mexican woman DJ since 2019 ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/mumbai-shocker-married-manager-arrested-for-sexually-harassing-mexican-woman-dj-since-2019-735313

Mumbai shocker: Violence against daughter and women’s of the nation is increasing with the each passing day which has become the serious and deeply concerning issue especially in Delhi, NRC and Mumbai. The violence against women can take place in various forms including physical, emotional, and economic abuse. 

An uptick in such cases is a serious issue for society and is also raising questions on the law-and-order situation in the nation.


In the recent horrific, shocking and unsettling incident, Mumbai Police arrested married manager for sexually harassing 31-year-old Mexican woman DJ since 2019. 

The dreadful incident came to limelight when victim lodged a complaint against her manager accusing her manager for sexually harassing her on several occasions since 2019. 

What is the case? 

Such spine-chilling incident in Maharashtra sent shockwaves and spread terror, panic and scare among communities. 

The case pertains to 2017 when 31-year-old Mexican woman DJ met accused through social media. In 2019, when Mexican woman DJ shifted to Mumbai she was sexually assaulted multiple times by her manager. 

In the complaint letter, victim said that the accused used to force DJ by threatening to kick her out of an assignment if she refused. He also allegedly blackmailed her using some of her private photos. 


The victim claimed that the accused used to send her inappropriate photos. Despite marrying another woman in 2020, he continued to text her explicit messages and make erotic demands on her. 

Mumbai Police registered FIR against accused under Indian Penal Code (IPC) sections 376, 377, 354 (assault or criminal force to woman with intent to outrage her modesty) and 506 (criminal intimidation). 

Such spine-chilling and frightening incidents raise concern about the safety of women in India 

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Shefali KohliSat, 02 Dec 2023 14:15:14 +053019594851959485
<![CDATA[Mumbai: 20-year-old woman undergoing Agniveer training period takes life ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/mumbai-20-year-old-woman-undergoing-agniveer-training-period-takes-life-735088

Mumbai: Agniveer training and preparation process is really challenging and hurdled process as it involves both mental and physical demanding and often push individuals almost to the breaking point. 

For preparation to serve in the military, Agniveers have to go to through challenging hardship of six months of recruitment training. 


The enthusiastic youth capable of withstanding any hardship, extremely tough and courageous and tech savy can go through the Agniveer preparation easily.  

In the recent horrific and shocking incident from Mumbai, a 20-year-old woman undergoing Agniveer training in the Navy takes self life by hanging herself in Mumbai.  

The deceased was identified as Aparna Nair.

 As the per official statement by an officer, "The incident took place while Aparna was undergoing training on the Indian Navy Ship (INS) Attack." 

Shortly after receiving the information, Navy doctors were called to check up on the woman.

Thereupon after conducting the examination of the woman, the doctors declared her dead, said police.


The Malwani police in Mumbai have registered a case under the ADR and have started the investigation.

Notably,  Agniveer is a term used for soldiers recruited under the Agnipath Scheme. The scheme was announced on June 14, 2022.

The Agnipath Scheme is the only way to serve in the military. Under the scheme, soldiers serve for four years, which includes six months of training and 3.5 years of deployment. After retirement, they can apply to continue in the armed forces.

 

                     


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Shefali KohliTue, 28 Nov 2023 12:53:03 +053019592621959262
<![CDATA[Mumbai horror: Woman’s half-burnt body cut into three pieces found in Mumbai, case registered ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/mumbai-horror-womans-half-burnt-body-cut-into-three-pieces-found-in-mumbai-case-registered-733312

Mumbai shocker: Violence against daughter and women’s of the nation is increasing with the each passing day which has become the serious and deeply concerning issue especially in Delhi, NRC and Mumbai. The violence against women can take place in various forms including physical, emotional, and economic abuse. 

An uptick in such cases is a serious issue for society and is also raising questions on the law-and-order situation in the nation.


On the festive week of Dusshera when people were celebrating across the country by burning the Ravana effigies to flames to mark triumph of good over evil, a spine-chilling incident took place in Maharashtra which sent shockwaves and spread terror, panic and scare among communities. 

In the recent horrific, shocking and unsettling incident, unidentified woman’s half-burnt body with some parts of the body missing and body cut into three pieces were found in the Wadala area of Mumbai. 

As per the police officials, the dreadful incident unfolded one to two days ago and a body of women aged 30-35 years was found cut into three pieces.

The incident came to limelight when the team of BPT (Mumbai Port Trust) saw a suspicious bag in Wadala area. The team found a burnt body of an unidentified woman. After which, the information was given to Wadala Police Station, as soon as the information was received, the police reached the spot, took the body in their custody and sent it to KEM Hospital for post-mortem. 


The police have registered a case of murder against an unknown person and have started an investigation.

Along with this the Mumbai Crime Branch team has also started its investigation.

Such spine-chilling and frightening incidents raise concern about the safety of women in India 


- With inputs from agencies ]]>
Shefali KohliFri, 27 Oct 2023 11:20:24 +053017671051767105
<![CDATA[Mumbai shocker: 26-year-old son sets woman on fire after quarrel over meal ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/mumbai-shocker-26-year-old-son-sets-woman-on-fire-after-quarrel-over-meal-733255

Mumbai shocker: On occasion of Dusshera when people were celebrating across the country by burning the Ravana effigies to flames to mark triumph of good over evil, a spine-chilling incident took place in Maharashtra which sent shockwaves and spread terror, panic and scare among communities. 

In a horrific, shocking and unsettling incident from Maharashtra's Raigad district, a 26-year-old son allegedly set his mother on fire after quarreling with her on the issue of preparation of meal.  

The dreadful incident unfolded on Tuesday evening on the day of Dusshera in Maharashtra's Raigad district. 


The shocking incident took place when 26-year-old an unemployed ITI graduate, Jayesh Namdev Khot was served dinner late by mother due to which he got furious and clash erupted between mother and son. 

 As the battle heated up, son assaulted mother, dragged her outside and put her on ablaze by using dried leaves and grass. 

The incident came to limelight on Wednesday when officials of Ravdanda Police Station rushed to the incident spot after receiving information and admitted woman to nearby hospital but however she succumbed to burn injuries during the treatment. 

The victim was identified as Changuna Namdeo Khot.

Taking the swift action into the horrific incident, after conducting investigation, a team Maharashtra officials nabbed accused Jayesh Namdev Khot from the nearby forest.


 Such spine-chilling incidents also raised safety concern over trusting our own children and family members. 



- With inputs from agencies ]]>
Shefali KohliThu, 26 Oct 2023 13:12:30 +053017670541767054
<![CDATA[Apple iPhone 15 sale is live: Check series, venues, timings, prices, other details ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/apple-iphone-15-sale-is-live-check-series-venues-timings-prices-other-details-731438

Apple iPhone 15 Sale Live: After endless days and sleepless nights, Apple's much-anticipated iPhone 15 series sale is finally live for which many of us have been eagerly waiting. 

Apple's much-anticipated iPhone 15 series (including the iPhone 15 series (comprising the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max) which were introduced at Apple's "Wonderlust" event is live for sale in Delhi and Mumbai. 


Apple iPhone 15 fever in Indians 

Apple products known for their high-quality products and a strong brand reputation, better build quality, performance, and user experience compared to other smartphones gripped fever in Indians especially in New Delhi and Mumbai as long queues of people were seen outside the Apple store at Mumbai's BKC - India's first Apple store. People were also seen standing outside the Apple Store at Delhi's Select Citywalk Mall in Saket for the live iPhone 15 sale. 

iPhone 15 enthusiasts started lining up at Mumbai's BKC since 3 pm yesterday, some lovers also waited in long-queues for about 17-18 hours to get the first iPhone at India's first Apple store. 


iPhone 15 craze is driving the immense popularity across the globe as people from several parts of the nations are travelling for live sale

    

Apple iPhone 15 Sale Venues 

New Delhi - Apple Saket (F-11, Select CITYWALK District Centre, Saket, Delhi, 110017) 

Mumbai - Apple BKC (G1-G2, Jio World Drive Bandra Kurla Complex, Maharashtra, 400051)


iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus 

The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus have inherited the dynamic island feature from the previous iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max models, as well as USB-C type charging. One notable improvement lies in the enhanced camera system. The main camera sensor now boasts an impressive 48-megapixel resolution, a significant leap from the 12-megapixel sensor on the previous iPhone 14. Moreover, the 12-megapixel telephoto lens and enhancements to the portrait mode mean users won't need to manually switch to portrait mode anymore. These iPhones feature a 6.1-inch screen for the iPhone 15 and a larger 6.7-inch screen for the iPhone 15 Plus. Color choices include pink, yellow, green, blue, and black.

The iPhone 15 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB are priced at Rs 79,900 and Rs 89,900, respectively.


iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max

Apple's iPhone 15 Pro starts at USD 999 with 128GB of storage, and the Pro Max model begins at USD 1,199 with 256GB of storage. Preorders for both will be available this Friday, with sales starting on September 22. These phones are powered by the A17 Pro chip, touted by Apple as having the fastest performance in any smartphone, even rivaling some high-end PCs. Featuring a redesigned GPU, Apple is aiming to elevate the gaming experience on these devices. Additionally, both phones come with a USB-C port instead of the old Lightning port. The physical ring/silent switch has been replaced by an "Action Button" that can be customized to perform various shortcuts and functions.

The iPhone 15 Pro starts at Rs 134,900 while the iPhone 15 Pro Max starts at Rs 159,900 and has storage capabilities. 


- With inputs from agencies ]]>
Shefali KohliFri, 22 Sep 2023 11:35:23 +053017652271765227
<![CDATA[Mumbai shocker: Crew man dies after being electrocuted on daily soap serial set ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/mumbai-shocker-crew-man-dies-after-being-electrocuted-on-daily-soap-serial-set-731338

Mumbai shocker: In an unfortunate, shocking and devastating incident at Mumbai's Goregaon, a crew member succumbed to electrocution on the shooting sets of a daily soap serial.  

After the tragic incident, the crew member was taken to the nearby hospital and was declared dead by the doctors. 

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The deceased has been identified as Mahendra Yadav, police confirmed.

While speaking on the matter, President of the All Indian Cine Workers Association, Suresh Shyamal Gupta said that the deceased got electrocuted on Tuesday evening while he was working on the shooting set of a daily soap serial.


Meanwhile, authorities of All Indian Cine Workers Association also demanded the Maharashtra government to provide a compensation of Rs 50 lakh to the next kin of the deceased.

He added, "A case should be registered against the producer and the production house of the serial. Rs 50 lakh compensation should be given to the next kin of the deceased and the resignation of the Managing Director and Labor Commissioner of Film City should be taken with immediate effect," he said.

The authorities are conducting a further investigation into the matter to determine the circumstances that led to the electrocution and ensure appropriate action is taken in response to this devastating loss.

Also Read: Kerala factory explosion: One dead, 4 injured in blast at gelatin factory

Further investigation into the matter is underway. 


- With inputs from agencies ]]>
Shefali KohliWed, 20 Sep 2023 13:25:49 +053017651261765126
<![CDATA[Thane Tragedy: Death toll rises to 20, Maharashtra CM Shinde orders probe ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/girder-machine-collapses-16-killed-in-maharashtra-several-injured-rescue-operations-on-728798

Maharashtra Girder machine collapses: The death toll in the Thane girder machine collapse incident has risen to 20, with rescue teams recovering three more dead bodies on the site.

Earlier, it was reported that at least 17 people died and several were injured after a girder launching machine collapsed near Shahpur in Thane.

As per the information, the machine was being used in the construction of Phase III of the Samruddhi Express Highway.

According to officials, the exact number of people who might still be trapped under the collapsed structure is not clear.


"Seventeen bodies have been recovered so far, while three persons are wounded. Six more people are feared to be trapped inside the collapsed structure," the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) informed in a statement.


Shinde announced ex-gratia of Rs 5 lakh to kin of deceased  

Speaking to reporters in Pune, Shinde said, "Rs 5 lakh ex-gratia will be given to the next of kin of the deceased. It is an unfortunate incident. A company based in Switzerland was working here. Instructions have been given for its thorough investigation. The NDRF team has reached the spot and has given instructions for rescue work. Our concerned department officials and minister are present at the spot."

   

Rescue operation underway 

The officials said that two NDRF teams are engaged in a search and rescue operation.

According to eyewitnesses, the incident took place around 11:00 pm on Monday.

"We were working on the other side when the structure collapsed. Around 30 people were working there at the time when the incident took place," an eyewitness said while speaking to media. 

"Many of them were trapped under the structure with injuries on their legs, hands and head," he said.


'Pained by the tragic mishap'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the loss of lives and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh to the next of kin of each deceased and Rs 50,000 for those injured from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund.

“Pained by the tragic mishap in Shahapur, Maharashtra. My deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who are injured. NDRF and local administration are working at the site of the mishap and all possible measures are being taken to ensure proper assistance to those affected,” the Prime minister said on Twitter.


'Sad and heart-wrenching incident' 

Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also condoled the loss of lives.

Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, Fadnavis wrote in Hindi (roughly translated), "In Shahapur taluka some labourers died in an accident during the construction of a bridge on Samriddhi highway which is very sad and heart-wrenching. I pay my heartfelt tribute to him. We share the grief of their families. Three workers were injured in this incident. They are undergoing treatment in hospital. I pray to God for their speedy recovery. I have ordered an inquiry into the incident".

- With inputs from agencies ]]>
Shefali KohliTue, 01 Aug 2023 18:39:02 +053017626011762601
<![CDATA[Jaipur-Mumbai Express: ASI among 4 killed after RPF jawan opens fire onboard Maharashtra train ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/jaipur-mumbai-express-asi-among-4-killed-after-rpf-jawan-opens-fire-onboard-maharashtra-train-728741

Jaipur-Mumbai train incident: Tension and chaos gripped Indian Western Railways after a Railway Protection Force (RPF) jawan on Monday opened fire inside a moving Jaipur Express Train after it crossed Palghar Station. 

The incident took place at B5 coach of the Jaipur-Mumbai Central Superfast Express (Train number 12956).


RPF shot one RPF ASI, Tika Ram and three other passengers and jumped out of the train near Dahisar Station.

 

As per the statement of DCP North GRP, the accused identified as Chetan Kumar Choudhary has been arrested along with his weapon. 

According to a statement by the RPF, “It was reported on train no 12956 at 5.23 on 31.7.23 that there had been a firing in B5 coach. It was confirmed that CT Chetan on escort duty, had fired on the escort in charge ASI Tika Ram. The train has arrived at BVI and, as per advance information, casualties of 3 civilians have also been reported, in addition to ASI. Sr DSC BCT is on the way to the site.”


“The constable has been caught by police and DCP North Government Railway Police has been informed. A detailed report to follow,” the RPF statement added.

As per Western Railways, ex gratia of Rs 25 lakh will be paid to ASI Tika Ram.

"Ex Gratia: 25 lakh, that includes Railway Surksha Kalyan Nidhi: 15 lakh, Funeral expense: 20000, DCRG: 15 lakh (approx), GIS: 65000 (approx) to be paid to ASI Tika Ram as ex-gratia," said Western Railways.

Talking about the incident, Chief PRO Western Railway Sumit Thakur said, "In an unfortunate incident in Jaipur-Mumbai Superfast Express police constable shot at his colleague escort in charge ASI Tika Ram. The reason for this is not established yet. It is regretted that ASI Tika Ram and three other civilians died. Constable was arrested by RPF/Bhayandar. Further investigation is on."


- With inputs from agencies ]]>
Shefali KohliMon, 31 Jul 2023 12:25:45 +053017625461762546
<![CDATA[Mumbai Police arrest shooter of fugitive gangster Chhota Shakeel after 25 years ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/mumbai-police-arrest-shooter-of-fugitive-gangster-chhota-shakeel-after-25-years-728673

Chhota Shakeel’s shooter arrested: A shooter of fugitive gangster Chhota Shakeel has been arrested after 25 years in connection with a murder case. 

The arrested accused has been identified as 50-year-old Laik Ahmed Fida Hussain Sheikh.

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"Laik Ahmed Fida Hussain Sheikh (50), shooter of the Chhota Shakeel gang arrested by Pydhonie Police from near Thane railway station on July 28. Sheikh is accused in the murder of a member of the arrested underworld don Chhota Rajan gang," the official said on Friday. 

The accused, along with his accomplices, had shot dead Munna Dhari, a member of the arrested underworld don Chhota Rajan gang, on the evening of April 2, 1997. At that time, the police arrested Sheikh by registering a case against the accused under Section 302, 34 of the IPC and Section 3, 25 of the Arms Act, the official said. 


The official said that since 1998, the accused Sheikh went underground and did not appear in any court hearing, after which he was declared an absconder.

Police received information from secret sources that the accused Sheikh lived in Mumbra. After which they reached the address but he was not found, nor did anyone recognize him. Police also received information that the accused worked as a taxi driver at the Thane campus.

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The police traced the location of Sheikh and arrested him on Friday by setting a trap near Thane railway station, the official added. 


- ANI ]]>
Shefali KohliSat, 29 Jul 2023 10:19:14 +053017624781762478
<![CDATA[Heavy rains lash Maharashtra; red alert issued in these districts ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/heavy-rains-in-maharashtra-red-alert-issued-in-these-districts-728199

Heavy rains in Maharashtra:  Due to relentless rainfall in Maharashtra, IMD issued a 'Red' alert and 'Orange' alert in several districts of Mumbai. 

"Moderate to intense spells of rain very likely over the districts of Raigad, Thane, Mumbai, Palghar and Ratnagiri during the next 3-4 hours. Occasional strong winds are very likely," stated the IMD. 

‘Red’ alert in these districts 

Palghar, 

Raigad.  


'Orange' alert in these districts 

Thane, 

Mumbai, 

Ratnagiri. 

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Precautionary measures 

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar directed district collectors for precautionary measures in view of the incessant rainfall in parts of the state.

Pawar also reviewed the poor flood situation in Chiplun City of Ratnagiri district.

MLA Shekhar Nikam was also present on this occasion.

   

Alert in Pune 

Meanwhile, keeping in view the situation of weather in Pune, weather department issued an Orange alert for Pune, indicating the likelihood of heavy rainfall, particularly for tonight.  

 “The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert for Pune District with heavy rainfall in ghat areas of the northern taluka of the district, especially for July 19 night,” an IMD official said.

In response, local authorities in Pune have been directed to evaluate potential risks and implement necessary precautions as per the Pune District Disaster Mitigation Plan."Local authorities have been directed to evaluate the current risks and take appropriate measures," said Ayush Prasad, Zilla Parishad CEO, Pune District.

Moreover, all hospitals have bestaffed and stocked with the necessary medicines. Ambulances are functional and have full fuel. Officials have been asked to stay at Headquarters and stay on alert.

   


- With inputs from agencies ]]>
Shefali KohliWed, 19 Jul 2023 14:58:39 +053017620131762013
<![CDATA[Massive crackdown on PFI leaders: NIA, ED arrest over 100 cadres across 10 states ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/massive-crackdown-on-pfi-leaders-nia-ed-arrest-over-100-cadres-across-10-states New Delhi, September 22: In a first-ever largest action, a joint team of the National Investigation Agency (NIA), Enforcement Directorate (ED) and state police forces have arrested over 100 Popular Front of India (PFI) leaders during raids across 10 states, said sources on Thursday. The searches are being conducted at multiple locations in the largest ever investigation process till date. These searches are being conducted at the residential and official premises of persons involved in "funding terrorism, organising training camps and radicalising people to join proscribed organisations". Also Read | Covid-19: India logs 4,510 new cases in last 24 hours "In a major action across 10 states, NIA, ED and state police have arrested more than 100 cadres of PFI," sources stated. The raids were conducted in Telangana, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and many more states, said sources. Earlier, this month NIA also raided 40 places in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh in a PFI case and detained four persons. The agency had then conducted searches at 38 locations in Telangana (23 in Nizamabad, four in Hyderabad, seven in Jagityal, two in Nirmal, one each in Adilabad and Karimnagar districts) and at two locations in Andhra Pradesh (one each in Kurnool and Nellore districts) in the case relating to Abdul Khader of Nizamabad district in Telangana and 26 other persons. pfi3 In the operation, NIA had seized incriminating materials, including digital devices, documents, two daggers and Rs 8,31,500 cash. As per NIA, the accused were "organizing camps for imparting training to commit terrorist acts and to promote enmity between different groups on the basis of religion". The PFI was launched in Kerala in 2006 after merging three Muslim organizations floated after the Babri Masjid demolition in 1992 - the National Development Front of Kerala, Karnataka Forum for Dignity and Manitha Neethi Pasari of Tamil Nadu. After the demolition of the Babri mosque, many fringe outfits had surfaced in south India and PFI was formed after merging some of them. Now the PFI claims it has units in 22 states. Its growth is phenomenal, admit intelligence agencies, saying it successfully exploited a growing vacuum in the community by donning the role of a saviour. Also Read: AAP orders VB to probe against Congress leader Rana KP Singh: Sources The PFI describes itself as a neo-social movement committed to empowering people belonging to minority communities, Dalits and other weaker sections of society. -PTC News with ANI inputs ]]>Shefali KohliThu, 22 Sep 2022 08:48:24 +053019156101915610<![CDATA[Sidhu Moosewala’s murder: Neeraj Bawana gang vows of revenge in 2 days ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/sidhu-moosewalas-murder-neeraj-bawana-gang-vows-of-revenge-in-2-days Chandigarh, June 1: Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala's daylight killing has sent shockwaves across the nation. People from all walks of life, including several Bollywood celebrities, have expressed their shock. In a wake of which gangster Neeraj Bawana has threatened a retaliatory attack. In a Facebook story which is getting viral all-over social media, Neeraj Bawana vowed to deliver results in just two days. The message was uploaded by a Facebook profile named ‘Neeraj Bawana Delhi NCR’.”Jai Baba ki. Got the tragic news. Sidhu Moosewala was our brother from heart. Will deliver results in 2 days,” read the FB post. ਨੀਰਜ ਬਵਾਨਾ ਗੈਂਗ ਦੀ ਧਮਕੀ- 2 ਦਿਨਾਂ 'ਚ ਲਵਾਂਗਾ ਸਿੱਧੂ ਮੂਸੇਵਾਲਾ ਦੇ ਕਤਲ ਦਾ ਬਦਲਾ Also Read: Black year for music industry: KK, Sidhu Moosewala, Lata Mangeshkar depart for heavenly abode The post has been shared by handle named after Bawana and the posts also tags Neeraj Bawana with his other associates Tillu Tajpuriya gang, Davinder Bambiha and Kaushal Gurgaon gang. Neeraj Bawana is one of Delhi’s top gangsters, and is currently lodged in Tihar Jail. The Facebook post further added that Sidhu Moosewala’s murder case is very heartbreaking incident and further goes on slamming Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar- key suspects of the murder. Meanwhile, fearing a fake encounter by the Punjab police for “political mileage”, Bishnoi moved the court seeking to pass a direction to the Delhi Police and Tihar Jail Authority to ensure all necessary security arrangements for him. Neeraj Bawana Gang, gangsters, Neeraj Bawana, Suraj Bawana,  Sidhu Moosewala Murder Case, Punjabi news,  SidhuMooseWala, Lawrence Bishnoi Also Read: After Sidhu Moosewala’s murder, security beefed up for singer Mika Singh On May 29, Punjabi cinema industry lost the popular young artist Sidhu Moosewala as he was shot dead by unidentified gunmen. He was in his car when the attackers blocked him and fired more than 30 shots at him. He was taken to hospital where doctors declared him brought dead. -PTC News  - ]]>Shefali KohliWed, 01 Jun 2022 14:02:47 +053019068221906822<![CDATA[Mumbai: Customer stabs fruit-seller to death ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/mumbai-customer-stabs-fruit-seller-to-death Mumbai, March 6: A customer in the Null Bazar area of Mumbai stabbed a fruit seller to death after a dispute over a money transaction on Saturday. The Crime Branch arrested the accused when he was trying to flee from the state. "The accused Sohrab Qureshi (25) had a dispute with a fruit seller over money transaction after which stabbed the fruit seller Babuji Qureshi (55) and attacked his son Chhotu Qureshi (30). Babuji died on the spot while Chhotu has been admitted at JJ Hospital for treatment," Vinayak Chauhan of the Crime Branch said. Fruit-seller-killed-over-minor-dispute-3 Also Read| Russia-Ukraine war: Canada advises its citizens to leave Russia amid 'restrictions on financial transactions' The accused ran from the spot after the incident, he added. Fruit-seller-killed-over-minor-dispute-4 An FIR was registered under Section 302 (Punishment for murder), 307 (Attempt to murder), 323 (Punishment for voluntarily causing hurt), 504 (Insult intended to provoke the breach of peace), 506 (Punishment for criminal intimidation), 201 (Causing disappearance of evidence of the offence or giving false information to screen offender) and 37(1). Fruit-seller-killed-over-minor-dispute-5 Also Read| Operation Ganga: Special flight carrying 183 Indian citizens arrives in Delhi  As per the information by the officer, the Crime Branch laid a trap and arrested the accused from the Malvani area in Malad while he was trying to flee to Uttar Pradesh. -PTC News- ]]>Muskan KSun, 06 Mar 2022 11:14:42 +053018998781899878<![CDATA[One man and three minor arrested over PUBG fight ]]>https://www.ptcnews.tv/one-man-and-three-minor-arrested-over-pubg-fight Mumbai, March 2,2022: The police on Tuesday arrested a 19-year-old man and detained two minors for allegedly killing their 22-year-old friend following their discord on the PUBG game. He stabbed the victim, Sayeel Jadhav, to death with a knife near a school at Vartak Nagar around 9 pm on Monday. As per information received by the police, the three accused were using the banned game through a VPN service. They had the complaints earlier too over taking the game so seriously. One-man-and-three-minor-arrested-over-PUBG-fight-5 Also Read | Why is Russia declaring war against Ukraine? Here’s what you should know “The deceased is identified as Sayeel Jadhav. He was killed between 9.30 pm and 10 pm on Monday. The four friends, including main accused Pranav Koli, frequently played PUBG and used to quarrel over some issue or other after the game,” senior police inspector Sadashiv Nikam, Vartak Nagar police station, said. One-man-and-three-minor-arrested-over-PUBG-fight-3 According to the police officials, Jadhav was stabbed several times with a sharp weapon. He also ran to his home after which his family informed the police and was immediately rushed to the hospital. But the victim died on the spot. Also Read | Why Russia doesn’t want Ukraine want to join NATO | All you need to know "All the three accused and the victim are the school dropouts and used to regularly engage in fights with each other", the official stated. One-man-and-three-minor-arrested-over-PUBG-fight-4 “Jadhav was a school drop-out and worked as a daily wager. The parents of all these youngsters sell vegetables to earn a living. They were all known to create a ruckus in the area,” Deputy Commissioner of Police Balasaheb Patil said. -PTC News- ]]>Muskan KWed, 02 Mar 2022 15:40:15 +053018995031899503