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  • Amruta Fadnavis offered help to extortionist bookie, fashionista: Chargesheet

    Amruta Fadnavis offered help to extortionist bookie, fashionista: Chargesheet

    Mumbai (IANS) | Mumbai Police has said that Amruta Fadnavis, wife of Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, had offered to help a bookie, Anil Jaisinghani, in the cases registered against him, as she claimed. In the 733-page charge sheet filed before a special ACB court on May 18 – some details of which are now available – the conversation took place days after Amrita filed a case against fashionista Aniksha Jaisinghani and absconding bookie and her father Anil Jaisinghani.

    On February 20, the deputy CM’s wife lodged a complaint with the Malabar Hill police station after the sensational case came to the fore with allegations of bribery, extortion, blackmail, threats to Amrita by the Jaisinghani father-daughter duo.

    The chargesheet includes some WhatsApp chats exchanged between Amrita and the Jaisinghanis on February 22 – two days after the police complaint was filed.

    In one such chat, Amrita assures Anil that if you have been wrongly implicated, I can talk to Devenji (her husband Devendra) and ask him to do justice, but I will not go ahead with those demands. I will not bow down to what Aniksha did to earn illegal money, I know I have done nothing wrong and you and Aniksha are working from day one with the intention of blackmailing me.

    Amrita said that most of the videos that Aniksha had threatened to use against her would defame me for some time, but would have no effect once the truth came out.

    According to the charge sheet, Amrita told Anil, who replied with several audio messages, “If you are really doing this to get justice, then tell me what you really want from me.”

    In another message, Amrita said that even though she was ready to help Anil, it was not because of the videos with which Aniksha was blackmailing her.

    She asked Anil what assurance he can give that after withdrawing the cases against him, he will not make further demands, the way Aniksha was pushing him to earn illegal money through the betting racket.

    Anil argued that Aniksha did what she thought would help her get out of affairs and that she had recorded the calls and meetings for her own safety and not to harm Amrita, and that it was only information (for betting purposes). on the racket) that she wanted to pass.

    In another chat, Amrita agreed to meet Aniksha to understand her matters and also assured to talk to Devendra after she wraps up the Pune (Assembly) bypoll campaign.

    Amrita also argued that her relationship with her husband (Devendra) had allegedly turned sour since 2019 and as per the chargesheet, she was apprehensive of divorce after the matter.

    Coincidentally, Amrita had blocked Aniksha a day before filing a police complaint and then Anil started communicating with the Deputy Chief Minister’s wife.

    Among other things, Anil accused Amrita of accepting dollars from Aneksha at the office of a leading music and film production house and that her daughter had given a bag of Rs 98 lakh to one of her (Amrita’s) employees.

    The police chargesheet started probing the matter after Amrita’s complaint on February 20, accusing the father-daughter duo of blackmailing, trying to extort Rs 10 crore, Rs 1 crore to help her father Another attempt to bribe, offered to provide information about cricket bookies etc. to make money.

    The Jaisinghanis, including a relative Nirmal, were subsequently arrested and booked under various charges, recording statements of 13 witnesses, call and bank records, properties in Maharashtra and other states and other things.

    –IANS

  • Man shot dead in broad daylight, investigation underway

    Man shot dead in broad daylight, investigation underway

    Mumbai: In the second incident of murder reported from Kandivali, a 32-year-old man was shot dead on Sunday morning. The deceased was identified as Manoj Singh Chauhan, who lived in Laljipada area and worked as a laborer in a water tank supply company.
    The crime took place at 7.30 am at the Women’s Welfare Centre, Laljipada, Kandivali West. As can be seen in the CCTV footage, the assailant fired at Manoj but missed the target and killed him with a second shot in the head. He then fled from the spot, causing panic in the area. Police said the body has been sent for post-mortem to Bhagwati Hospital, efforts are on to identify and nab the accused.
    shootout in kandivali
    The police have formed several teams to probe and are also probing whether Manoj had any altercation with his co-workers. Deputy Commissioner of Police Ajay Kumar Bansal said, “At this stage, it is too early to say who is the killer and what was the motive behind the crime.” (murder) as well as the Arms Act.
    In October 2022, two men, in their twenties, shot one Ankit Yadav over monetary disputes. Both have been identified as Sonu Paswan and Suraj Gupta.

  • BEST adds four double-decker buses in its fleet to enhance public transport

    BEST adds four double-decker buses in its fleet to enhance public transport

    The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) has announced that four additional double-decker buses will be added to its service this week, enhancing the city’s public transportation system. This move comes as part of BEST’s ongoing efforts to provide efficient and comfortable travel options for commuters.

    Eco-Friendly and Iconic

    Lokesh Chandra, the General Manager of BEST, highlighted the organization’s commitment to sustainable transportation. Chandra mentioned that out of the eight double-decker electric buses received by BEST, four are already operating successfully in the city. The remaining four are scheduled to begin service after the completion of the registration process in a couple of days.More Buses on the Horizon

    Furthermore, in a bid to further augment their fleet, BEST expects the arrival of two more double-decker buses in the upcoming week. These buses will also undergo the necessary registration procedures before being put into service.

    Promoting Sustainability and Comfort

    The addition of electric double-decker buses aligns with BEST’s vision of reducing carbon emissions and creating a greener environment for Mumbai. These eco-friendly vehicles will contribute to the ongoing efforts to combat air pollution and promote sustainable living.

    Enhancing Commuting Experience

    Passengers eagerly anticipate the expansion of the double-decker bus service, as it not only provides a unique travel experience but also serves as an iconic symbol of the city. With the introduction of these new buses, BEST aims to enhance the overall commuting experience and cater to the growing transportation needs of Mumbai’s residents.

  • Court dismisses charges against burkha-clad women arrested in jewellery swap case

    Court dismisses charges against burkha-clad women arrested in jewellery swap case

    A city magistrate court has held that two women who were arrested “merely on suspicion” cannot be considered the accused in a case where burkha-clad individuals were seen swapping gold jewellery with lighter ones in CCTV footage of a jewellery store while posing as customers.

    Lack of Convincing Evidence

    The complaint was filed by Deepak Rathod, the owner of the store in Mazgaon, against Sana Shaikh, 39, and her relative Sadaf Shaikh, 40. During his testimony, Rathod expressed his suspicion towards the women, stating that they had been visiting his store for 1.5 years. On October 24, 2020, he claimed that the women had visited the store to view finger rings for men and women.
    After discovering that a 9.4-gram ring had been replaced with one weighing 1.4 grams, Rathod reviewed the CCTV footage, which revealed the women exchanging the rings. Additionally, upon rechecking the stocks, he found a cumulative difference in the weight of gold ornaments by 1.76 grams.

    Lack of Witness Identification and Investigation Testimony

    The court, in its judgment, highlighted the prosecution’s reliance on only two witnesses—the store owner and his employee, with the latter testifying in favor of the owner due to their professional relationship. The court noted that both witnesses failed to positively identify the accused women from the CCTV footage, as the faces of the burkha-clad individuals were covered. Metropolitan Magistrate PI Mokashi stated in the order that the arrest was made “merely on suspicion.”

    Insufficient Evidence and Reasonable Doubt

    The court further criticized the prosecution for failing to present the investigating officer as a witness, who could have provided essential insights from the investigation. Consequently, the court ruled that the case had not been proven beyond reasonable doubt.

  • Maharashtra CM Warns BMC Officials Of Action If Mumbai Faces Waterlogging Issues During Monsoon

    Maharashtra CM Warns BMC Officials Of Action If Mumbai Faces Waterlogging Issues During Monsoon

    Civic officials will face action if Mumbai witnesses waterlogging issues during the upcoming monsoon, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said on Thursday.

    He was speaking after inspecting various pre-monsoon works being carried out by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation.

    Shinde asked the BMC administration to ensure a foolproof system is in place at spots that face waterlogging so that people get relief.

    He said civic authorities have already set up holding ponds and floodgates to release rain water into the sea.

    “I have instructed officials to dig deep till the hard base to clean city nullahs instead of concentrating on how much silt in metric tonnes has been removed. Broken footpaths must be repaired and roads must be cleaned,” he added.

  • First Executive Meeting Of Shiv Sena (UBT) Scheduled On June 18 In Mumbai

    First Executive Meeting Of Shiv Sena (UBT) Scheduled On June 18 In Mumbai

    The Shiv Sena (UBT) will hold its first executive meeting since the split in the original Shiv Sena in Mumbai on June 18, a party source said on Wednesday.

    Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray will speak at the meeting which will be held in Worli area, he said.

    The decision was taken at a meeting of district chiefs of the party here.

    Office-bearers from the taluka level upwards from across Maharashtra will participate in the meeting where the political path ahead and organisational strengthening will be discussed, the source said.

    Thackeray will also address a gathering on June 19, the original Shiv Sena’s foundation day, at the Shanmukhanand Hall here.

    The party will also be organising the `Chavdi Andolan’ throughout the state in the next one month where its workers will apprise people of how the Supreme Court’s recent judgement was in favour of the Thackeray-led group.

    The SC, dealing with petitions regarding the split in the Sena in June 2022, held that the then governor should not have asked Thackeray to prove his majority in the Assembly, but also said that the Thackeray government could not be reinstated as he resigned as chief minister before the floor test.

  • Shinde can expand the cabinet

    Shinde can expand the cabinet

    Mumbai (IANS) | With the Supreme Court verdict removing uncertainties over the state government, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde may soon take the cabinet reshuffle into his own hands. Party leaders gave this indication on Friday.

    This will be crucial ahead of the coming civic polls in 2024, followed by the Lok Sabha and state assembly polls.

    After toppling the Maha Vikas Aghadi government led by former CM Uddhav Thackeray, Shinde was sworn in as the chief minister on June 30, 2022, along with Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis of the Bharatiya Janata Party, of the Shiv Sena.

    Earlier, Shinde-Fadnavis managed the show for about 40 days before inducting 18 ministers, all cabinet rank, on August 9, 2022.

    For nearly 10 months now, Shinde has been heading a 20-member team, with all ministers holding multiple portfolios in a 50:50 ratio between the two colleagues.

    This created resentment among leaders of both the Shiv Sena-BJP, as several senior leaders were dropped from the cabinet, besides pressure from over 10 independents and other smaller parties supporting the Shinde-Fadnavis government.

    The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly has a total of 288 members, so the maximum number of ministers in the government can be 43 against the current strength of 20.

    The government has also faced a lot of criticism for not having any woman as a minister, inadequate regional representation and other issues, which may be rectified in the upcoming reshuffle-cum-expansion.

    Apart from a correction on regional or caste imbalances, portfolios of some of the current ministers from both the parties are likely to be reshuffled based on their performance report cards of the last 10 months.

    Additionally, the posts of chairpersons of several government-run corporations and institutions, which have been lying vacant for almost a year, may also be filled after the cabinet exercise.

    According to indications, the expansion and reshuffle of the Council of Ministers may happen before the monsoon session of the state legislature, which is usually scheduled in July.

    –IANS

  • MnM Talkies and Stone Paper Stories are Bringing the Most Refreshing Audio Drama of 2023, AND NOW LIVE

    MnM Talkies and Stone Paper Stories are Bringing the Most Refreshing Audio Drama of 2023, AND NOW LIVE

    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
    Award-winning content house, MnM Talkies, India’s hub for quality audio content by actor/director Mantra, unveils a first-of-its-kind audio drama series – AND NOW LIVE, in collaboration with Stone Paper Stories.

    AND NOW LIVE

    A band trying to find their voice. A manager trying to get them there. And an arranged marriage proposal gone wrong, this series is a pleasant combination of music and a coming-of-age story of artists trying to find themselves. The first season of the show follows the plot of a singer-songwriter duo and their managers trying to get that big break in the music industry.

    AND NOW LIVE is a podcast, written & directed by Stone Paper Stories, founded by Shiv Tandan, an award-winning writer-director and founder of a bustling arts space, The Castiko Space, based in Mumbai and produced by Ragini Tandan, a singer-songwriter, best known for her smash hit Lamberghini.

    Featuring and following the story of four friends Nima (played by Pallavi Paranjpe), Dan (played by Varun Tiwari), Chirag (played by Anuj Rampal) and Manya (played by Rhea Menon), the intention of the show is to illuminate the profound challenges faced by independent artists within the realm of music industry. The show does not only depict the musical journey of the characters but also features some beautiful original compositions “Aalsi Sa Pyaar” and “Taqdaan” sung by the actors themselves.

    Mantra shared the launch of the podcast with his fans on social media “An audio series that has won my heart for its sheer freshness. I couldn’t stop listening once I started, and fell in love with each Character. And the songs are to die for. I am extremely happy to present this beautiful audio series to our listeners,” Founder/Director, MnM Talkies.

    MnM Talkies has been transforming the art of audio listening since 2016. Over the last few years, MnM has celebrated a plethora of podcast honors with the recent international award at The New York Festivals 2023 – Radio Awards for ‘BHASKAR BOSE’, an MnM Talkies’ Spotify Original detective audio series played by Mantra himself.

    AND NOW LIVE is now streaming on all your favourite audio streaming platforms. Catch the show on Spotify, Audible, Google podcasts, Apple podcasts, Wynk, YouTube, etc.

  • Bisleri and Lyca Production Extend their Partnership with Ponniyin Selvan: II

    Bisleri and Lyca Production Extend their Partnership with Ponniyin Selvan: II

    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
    Bisleri and Lyca Production strengthen their partnership with the sequel of the phenomenal Chola dynasty film, Ponniyin Selvan: II. The association will see limited-edition bottles featuring the key characters from the film played by Vikram, Aishwarya Rai, Trisha, Karthi, and Jeyam Ravi. The five-series collectible bottle will be available in five states of South India, such as Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, which will connect with moviegoers and build brand love.

    Bisleri x PS: II limited-edition bottles

    The phenomenal success of Bisleri’s first association with Ponniyin Selvan created a lot of excitement among consumers. It is expected that the subsequent association with Ponniyin Selvan: II will create the same magic and strengthen brand love.

    Commenting on the association, Tushar Malhotra, Head of Marketing, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd., said, “Over the year, we have established a strong connect for Bisleri with consumers in the South India market by associating with mega-blockbuster releases through an integrated marketing campaign and limited edition bottles. We are proud to associate with Ponniyin Selvan: II to further enhance local brand love and youth connect.”

    Also commenting on the association, Subaskaran Allirajah from Lyca Productions said, “We are excited to be associated with Bisleri once again for the sequel of Ponniyin Selvan: II. These limited-edition bottles further create excitement and engagement around the film amongst fans, especially the collectible series that they look to own.”

    The partnership with Lyca Production will be promoted across the five Southern states through 100 self-owned moving billboards in the form of Bisleri trucks, banners and posters, digital and social media platforms. Besides, a full-fledged rollout will be marked by an official flag-off, followed by hosting a special movie screening for key partners in Chennai and Coimbatore. The limited edition bottles will be available across all general and modern trade outlets in the five Sothern States as well as online through the Bisleri @Doorstep App.

    About Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd.

    With a legacy of over 50 years, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. has grown to become one of the largest premium beverage businesses in India. Being the makers of the country’s largest-selling packaged drinking water, Bisleri follows a stringent process of 114 quality tests and a 10-stage purification. It remains true to its core value of providing consumers with pure, safe and healthy water.

    Bisleri International has a strong presence with 128 operational plants and a robust distribution network of over 6,000 Distributors and 7,500 Distribution Trucks across India and neighbouring countries. It offers a range of beverages that are produced for all occasions. Whether it is the promise of goodness, trust, and purity with Bisleri Mineral Water or a daily dose of health offered through Vedica Himalayan Spring Water. Besides, Bisleri International has ventured into fun-filled refreshments with a diverse range of carbonated drinks available in multiple flavours, such as Limonata and Spyci. These Bisleri products are also available on the e-commerce platform – Bisleri@Doorstep. This D2C platform reassures customers that they will receive a safe and uninterrupted supply of their most trusted brand at their doorstep.

    The core values of Bisleri International lie in yielding growth and embedding sustainability by being responsible in all aspects of the business. The organization has unveiled Sustainability 2.0 with Bisleri Greener Promise that focuses on creating greener future for all through implementing initiatives under the program of recycling, water conservation and sustainability.

    For more information on Bisleri International, our people, brands, and OSR initiatives, visit www.bisleri.com.

  • Mumbai: Diamond Trader Cheated Of Rs 2.7 Cr In Property Deal; Developers Booked

    Mumbai: Diamond Trader Cheated Of Rs 2.7 Cr In Property Deal; Developers Booked

    An offence has been registered against a city-based developer and his son for allegedly duping a diamond trader of Rs 2.7 crore in a property deal, police said on Saturday.

    The complainant in the case has claimed that he had paid the father-son duo 2.7 crore for a flat in a redevelopment project in 2016, and he still hasn’t received possession of the property, an official said.

    The complainant alleged that he had paid Rs 2.27 crore out of the total Rs 3.1 crore to purchase a 1,876 sq ft apartment in a housing society in Vile Parle and was given an allotment letter, which stated that the property will be handed over to him by December 2018, he said.

    In 2019, one of the accused informed the complainant that the said flat had been sold to another buyer and he was offered another flat in the building. However, he did not keep his end of the deal and failed to return the money, the official said.