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Puja Khedkar submitted non-creamy layer OBC certificate for MBBS admission in 2007: Medical college director
In a major development in the ongoing controversy over probationary IAS officer Puja Khedkar, who has been accused of allegedly misusing her authority, new information has surfaced.
Puja Khedkar's father: Daughter eligible for non-creamy layer OBC, disability certificates
Puja Khedkar, accused of faking OBC and disability certificates for IAS exams, defended by her father, who cites permissions and non-creamy layer status. Misused power in Pune using an Audi. Abruptly transferred to Washim and faced a gun dispute. A panel re-examines documents; missed AIIMS Delhi verification due to COVID-19. Puja's mother, Manorama, also involved.
Pune Police confiscate luxury car used by IAS officer Puja Khedkar
Pune police confiscated a luxury car used by probationary IAS officer Pooja Khedkar for allegedly installing a red beacon light illegally. The Pune Regional Transport Office (RTO) issued a notice to the private company that owns the Audi car, which 34-year-old Khedkar used during her posting in Pune. Khedkar has been accused of misusing the disability and Other Backward Class (OBC) quota to secure her IAS position, and allegedly used the red beacon light and had "Maharashtra Government" written on the car without permission.
Puja Khedkar Case: Pune Civic body files notice for illegal encroachment
IAS probationary officer Puja Khedkar is under scrutiny as the Pune Municipal Corporation issued a notice for alleged illegal encroachments at her residence. Facing accusations of misusing power and privileges, Khedkar, posted in Maharashtra since 2023, faces potential termination and criminal charges if found guilty of document misrepresentation during her civil services exam. Transferred amidst controversies, including alleged aggressive behavior and misuse of quotas, her case highlights broader concerns about ethics in the civil service and administrative accountability in India.
FIR lodged against trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar's mother for threatening farmer with pistol
An FIR has been filed against the mother of trainee IAS officer Pooja Khedkar for allegedly threatening a farmer. A panel has been set up to verify Khedkar's candidature amid accusations of power misuse. Issues of illegal encroachment and demands for special treatment have also come to light.
RBI makes adverse remarks against top PSU Bank Exec
In a rare move, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has raised concerns about Asheesh Pandey's conduct as an executive director at Bank of Maharashtra, influencing his candidacy for MD & CEO at Indian Bank. The RBI highlighted issues related to regulatory compliance during a 2023 exit meeting. Despite being shortlisted, Pandey's final approval hinges on the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), which includes the Prime Minister and Home Minister. The decision awaits responses from the finance ministry and Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) following RBI's communication.
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Hoarding crash: Chargesheet contains statements of GRP commissioner, suspended IPS officer
Nearly two months after the tragic incident, Mumbai police have filed a 3,299-page chargesheet against four accused in the Ghatkopar hoarding crash case. This includes statements from over 100 witnesses, among them suspended IPS officer Quaiser Khalid and current GRP commissioner Ravindra Shisve. The chargesheet, filed at the Esplanade magistrate's court, also features accounts from BMC officials, a mason, and a concrete supplier involved in erecting the illegal hoarding. The incident on May 13 claimed 17 lives and injured 84 when the oversized hoarding collapsed during a storm onto a petrol pump.
Controversial video emerges of IAS officer Puja Khedkar's mother threatening farmers with gun amid land dispute
A viral video has brought attention to Manorama Khedkar, mother of trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar, involved in a Pune land dispute. The footage shows her allegedly wielding a gun during a confrontation over property in Mulshi taluka. Puja Khedkar herself faces scrutiny for alleged misrepresentation during her UPSC candidacy and misuse of official privileges. With substantial property assets valued at ₹22 crore, these controversies highlight concerns over governance ethics and accountability in the civil service.
"Will follow procedure", says trainee IAS officer Pooja Khedkar after panel formed to probe her candidature
Pooja Khedkar, an IAS trainee of the 2023 batch who secured AIR 841 in UPSC, is under investigation by the Ministry of Personnel for misuse of authority and fake certificates. The probe report is expected in 2 weeks. Pune collector Suhas Diwse cited her unauthorized demands. AIIMS verification was postponed due to Covid.
IAS officer Puja Khedkar assumes new role in Washim amidst controversy: Here's what you need to know
Puja Khedkar, an IAS officer in Maharashtra, faces controversy for allegedly misusing official privileges, including using a private car with government insignia and VIP lights. Her transfer to Washim follows scrutiny over demands for facilities before assuming office, reportedly influenced by her father, a former administrative officer. Questions also arise about her eligibility for OBC reservations due to her father's assets. The case highlights concerns over ethics and entitlement in civil service, prompting calls for stricter oversight.
Centre forms one-member committee to look into controversy involving IAS officer Puja Khedkar
The Central Government has formed a committee to investigate the candidature claims and actions of IAS officer Puja Khedkar. The controversy surrounding her includes the alleged misuse of power, luxury car privileges, and questions about her OBC category status. The committee, chaired by a senior officer, will submit its report in two weeks.
Marico’s Priyanjali Mariwala buys luxury apartment in Mumbai’s BKC for Rs 65 cr
Priyanjali Mariwala, from the promoter family of consumer goods company Marico, has purchased a luxury apartment in Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) for Rs 65.25 crore. The apartment spans nearly 8,300 sq ft and is located on the first floor of the super-premium residential tower Signature Island. Mariwala acquired the property from Starlight Systems, a part of the project's developer Sunteck Realty.
Maharashtra govt tables bill to curb malpractices in competitive exams; provides for jail term, fine
Under the bill, the offences related to the conduct of competitive examinations shall be cognisable, non-bailable and non-compoundable. According to the bill, those found indulging in unfair means and offences in the conduct of competitive examinations shall be punished with imprisonment for a term not less than three years, which may be extended to five years and with a fine of up to Rs 10 lakh.
Zika virus cases in Maharashtra: Govt urges vigilance, focus on pregnant women screening
Zika is an Aedes mosquito-borne viral disease like dengue and chikungunya. Though non-fatal, Zika is associated with microcephaly (a condition where the head is much smaller than expected) in babies born to affected pregnant women which makes it a cause of major concern.
Third Eye: Party offices shift, yoga struggles, and RaGa's farewell
The electoral meltdown of BJD, AIADMK, and YSRCP has led to the risk of losing their party offices in Parliament House. TDP and JDU, with their BJP allies, qualify for prime office slots. Top Maharashtra politicians participated in the International Yoga Day event in Mumbai, but faced difficulties in basic postures. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi sent a goodbye letter to the people of Wayanad, praising his sister Priyanka Gandhi's victory and expressing confidence in her performance as MP.
Lok Sabha polls: People voted to check power from being in hands of 1 or 2 persons, says Sharad Pawar
NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar commented on the recent Lok Sabha elections, stating that voters aimed to prevent power from being concentrated in the hands of a few individuals. He credited the BJP's majority in the Lok Sabha to the support from allies like JD(U) and TDP. Pawar urged his party members to prepare for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections, expressing confidence that they would gain power in the state.
BJP in charge, focus on polls: Seven takeaways from PM Modi's largest council of ministers
Modi 3.0 Cabinet 2024: Narendra Modi was sworn in as Prime Minister for a third term, forming a 72-member coalition government with ease. Despite lacking a majority, BJP retains key ministries. Allies prioritized state funds over cabinet posts, while former CMs bring experience. Absence of Muslim ministers and the presence of billionaires and Hindu groups signal Modi's continuing strategies.
SAS India business to grow faster than other markets, top executive says
The company aims to upgrade its 400-odd customers to its generative AI platform SAS Viya over the next one year, Riad Gydien, executive VP and chief sales officer at SAS, told ET.
Mumbai: IAS officers' daughter jumps to death from high-rise building near Mantralaya
Lipi Rastogi, a 27-year-old law student and daughter of senior IAS officers, died after jumping from a high-rise in Mumbai. She was reportedly anxious about her exams. A note found in her room stated that no one should be blamed for her death. The police have registered an ADR and are investigating the case. This incident recalls a similar tragedy involving another IAS officer's family in 2017.
Porsche crash case: Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde has assured thorough probe, says deceased's MP-based father
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has expressed grief over the May 19 Pune Porsche crash and promised the guilty will not be spared, the father of IT professional Ashwini Koshta, who was killed in the incident, said here on Saturday. An officer on special duty sent by the Maharashtra government to Jabalpur facilitated the talk over phone with CM Shinde, Ashwini's father Suresh Koshta told PTI.
Pune Porsche car accident case: Police arrest accused juvenile's mother; police probe teen at juvenile home in her presence
Pune Porsche car accident case: Pune police have apprehended the mother of the juvenile involved in the Porsche car accident case. This action follows confirmation that the blood samples taken from the juvenile were substituted with samples from his mother.
Pune Porsche crash: Why an AI expert has been called in to digitally recreate the accident scene
Pune Crime Branch officials are set to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to perform a 'digital reconstruction' of a fatal car crash involving a Porsche that killed two IT professionals on May 19. A senior police official stated that AI-based software will be employed to create a detailed digital recreation of the incident, including vehicle movements, speed, and other crucial factors
Porsche crash blood sample swap: Two doctors of Sassoon Hospital suspended, dean sent on leave
The Maharashtra government has suspended two doctors from Sassoon General Hospital for alleged manipulation of blood samples in a Porsche car crash. Dr Ajay Taware and Dr Shrihari Halnor were suspended based on a recommendation from the Maharashtra Medical Education Department commissioner. Dr Vinayak Kale, dean of B J Medical College and Sassoon Civil Hospital, has been sent on compulsory leave.
Pune car crash: Panel probing blood sample manipulation to submit report on Wednesday, says official
A committee investigating the alleged manipulation of blood samples in the Pune Porsche crash will submit its report to the Maharashtra government. Details of the investigation are not disclosed yet.
Bank holiday for Lok Sabha elections: Banks closed today in these cities for phase 5 of elections
Bank holiday for Lok Sabha phase 5 elections: The fifth phase of voting for the 18th Lok Sabha elections is scheduled for May 20. On the days of voting, banks in various cities will be closed. Here is a look at the cities where banks will be closed for the fifth phase of the elections.
2024 Lok Sabha Phase 5 Elections May 20: Here's what's open and what's closed
The fifth stage of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections is set for May 20, encompassing 49 constituencies across eight states and Union territories, with polling stations open from 7 am to 6 pm. This phase will see voters from several key constituencies in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh casting their ballots.
Maharashtra government asked to handover land for Bombay High Court building by September
The Supreme Court ordered Maharashtra to hand over 9.64 acres by September 2024 for the new Bombay High Court building, stressing timely delivery of smaller portions as per an integrated development plan.
In Maharashtra, oppn faces toilet, khichdi and other cases
Opposition in Maharashtra faces law enforcement actions. BJP denies political targeting. Candidates like Amol Kirtikar and Sudhakar Badgujar received notices. Sharad Pawar's faction also under probe. Allegations of tactics to target political rivals during elections.
SC asks Maharashtra govt to 'forthwith' conduct safety audit of Bombay High Court building
The Supreme Court directed Maharashtra to audit the Bombay High Court building and expedite drawings for a new high court in Mumbai. Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud stressed the need for prompt government action and highlighted the issue of staff relocation.
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