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ACB Arrests Thane Civil Hospital Clerk For Taking Bribe: Maharashtra
In Thane Civil Hospital, a 50-year-old clerk was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), on April 13. The arrest was made after a victim registered a complaint that the accused demanded Rs 1,05,000 from the person for facilitating clearance of the latter's bills, said ACB in a release. Acting upon the complaint, the ACB planned a trap for the clerk and arrested him red-handed, at a hotel.
Tags: Thane Civil Hospital, Clerk, ACB, Maharashtra (95, ) Bribery
Courtesy: Press Trust of India
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Maharashtra CM Pays Tribute To BR Ambedkar, Celebrates Ambedkar Jayanti
On the occasion of BR Ambedkar Jayanti, the 14 April, Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray, his son Aditya Thakeray paid tributes to BR Ambedkar, the key architect of India's Constitution at Dadar. On April 14, the Shiv Sena leaders and Cabinet Ministers remembered BR Ambedkar, who played a crucial role in the struggle of India's freedom movement. He was also India's first Law Minister and founder of the Indian Constitution.
Tags: Uddhav Thackeray, aditya thackeray, Maharashtra (95, ) BR Ambedkar, ambedkar jayanti
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Security Forces On High Alert Amid Upcoming Festivals In Maharashtra
The Maharashtra Police deployed high number of security forces in the state, to avoid any kind of clashes and religious violence, during the upcoming festivals. In regard to this, approximately two lakh police personnel, 38,000 home guards, and 100 State Police Force (SPF) companies are on high alert, including the sensitive districts of the State. The Director General of Police (DGP) of Maharashtra issued orders regarding the same.
Tags: Maharashtra (95, ) SPF, Police, Religious Festivals, Mumbai
Courtesy: ANI
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HDFC Bank, HDFC Ltd Merger Becomes Biggest Deal Of Financial Sector
HDFC Bank and HDFC Ltd, separate entities, announced a merger on April 4. Although the talks of the deal were underway, the final announcement was made during an event in Mumbai. A senior official close to the development said, "The evaluation had been going on but it moved over the last couple of weeks and got finalized". Moreover, this merger is the biggest deal in the Financial Sector.
Tags: HDFC BANK, HDFC limited, Merger, Maharashtra (95, ) Financial Sector
Courtesy: The Indian Express
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4 Ashram Students Fall Ill After Consuming Meal In Bhiwandi
The Civic Health officials in Bhiwandi, Thane, Maharashtra, reported that four students of Ashram schools fell ill after consuming food at the school premises. Notably, students of Shraddha Ashram School complained of stomach-ache, and were rushed to hospital. Dr Datta Kole of the civic-run Shree Chatrapati Maharaj General Hospital said it to be due to food poisoning. However, the ashram authority said it to be due to heat-stroke and… read-more
Tags: Civic officials, Ashram schools, Food Poisoning, students, Maharashtra (95, )
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Maharashtra Govt To Withdraw Cases Against COVID-19 Violators: Dilip Walse Patil
Maharashtra Home Minister Dilip Walse Patil informed about a proposal of the Shiv Sena Government to withdraw all the cases registered for COVID-19 violation under Section 188 (IPC). On March 29, Walse Patil said, the proposal would be presented before the MVA Cabinet, and after approval, all the cases against students and citizens filed across Maharashtra will be dismissed. Notably, majority of cases were registered during first, second… read-more
Tags: Maharashtra (95, ) Home Minister Dilip Walse Patil, Covid-19 Violations, IPC Section 188, withdrawal
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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CM Thackeray To Inaugurate 7 & 2A Metro Lines On Gudipadva: Maharashtra
Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackery will launch two new metro lines 2A (18 km) & 7 (33.50 km) on April 2. The two metro trains will enroute to Dahisar East- Andheri East (2A) and Dahisar West-Andheri West (7), benefiting Mumbai's suburban population. The development, which will reduce one-third congestion of local trains, came 10 months after trials. Notably, after several delays, the MMRDA finally received safety approval for operations.
Tags: mumbai metro, Two New Rail Lines, CM Uddhav Thackeray, Maharashtra (95, ) Suburban
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Maulvi Arrested For Assaulting 8-Year-Old: Maharashtra
In Palghar, Maharashtra, a Maulvi was arrested for allegedly abducting a minor, and sexually assaulting her. On March 27, the accused offered chocolate to the 8-year-old and allegedly abused her. He was caught by locals, who later informed the police. A case has been registered under various provisions of IPC and POCSO Act. Reportedly, the accused is in judicial custody and will be produced before court on March 28.
Tags: rape charges, victim, Maharashtra (95, ) Maulvi, IPC
Courtesy: ANI
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Fire Breaks Out At Thane Godown In Maharashtra; No Casualties Reported
A major fire incident was reported in a godown, in Thane, Maharashtra, on the morning of March 26. According to ANI, the fire broke out at around 3:20 am in Kanya Nagar region. The local Municipal Corporation said that the firefighting operations are underway and no casualties have been reported so far. Furthermore, the reason behind the fire is still uncertain. An investigation is underway.
Tags: Thane, firefighters, Fire Breaks out, Maharashtra (95, )Municipal corporation
Courtesy: ANI
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BJP MLAs Protest Outside Assembly Demanding Nawab Malik's Resignation
BJP MLAs continued their sit-in protest outside the Maharashtra Assembly, demanding resignation of NCP leader Nawab Malik. Notably, Nawab Malik is an accused in a money laundering case in connection with fugitive Dawood Ibrahim. He is currently being investigated by the ED and is under custody. Although the Maharashtra Govt temporarily assigned new ministers for Malik's post, the BJP leaders are demanding his resignation.
Tags: Nawab Malik, BJP leaders, Maharashtra (95, Nawab Malik. Enforcement Directorate, Assembly
Courtesy: ANI
