MUMBAI ESCAPE
PNB scam: Court suspends non-bailable warrant against top executive of Gitanjali Group
A special anti-money laundering court suspended the non-bailable warrant against Sunil Varma, former Gitanjali Group executive linked to the PNB scam, allowing him to return to India for court appearance. Varma, accused alongside Choksi in the alleged bank fraud, faced warrants in money laundering and CBI cases. Bombay HC cancelled CBI warrant earlier, facilitating his return. Enforcement Directorate instructed not to execute warrant pending further orders.
The man who escaped the scam rings of Cambodia
Thousands of workers are trafficked to Southeast Asia to commit cyber fraud on their fellow citizens over social media. Ex-serviceman Botcha Sankhar, who was forced to work in the scam compounds of Cambodia for six months, unravels the modus operandi of this new and terrifying form of crime and forced labour
Moving car catches fire in Thane, 11 escape unharmed
A multi-purpose utility vehicle (MUV) carrying eleven individuals, including five children, caught fire in Thane, Maharashtra. The driver noticed the fire while and managed to bring the vehicle to a stop. All occupants escaped unharmed before the vehicle was engulfed in flames near Viviana Mall on the Eastern Expressway. Firefighters extinguished the fire within half an hour, but the MUV was destroyed.
Bangladesh MP Murder: Detective chief says conspirator may have escaped to US, seeks Interpol's help to track down suspect
The primary suspect in the murder of Bangladeshi MP Anwarul Azim Anar, Akhtaruzzaman Shaheen, is believed to have escaped to the US via Dubai from Kathmandu. Bangladesh is seeking Interpol's assistance in apprehending him, emphasizing the seriousness of the crime. The murder, motivated by a dispute over proceeds from a gold smuggling racket, led to the victim's body parts being dismembered and disposed of in Bagjola canal near Kolkata. Authorities are coordinating with Indian counterparts to track down suspects.
Meet Anasuya Sengupta: The first Indian actor to win Best Actress at Cannes who once worked as production designer
Anasuya Sengupta, originally from Kolkata, has become the first Indian actress to win the Best Actress award at Cannes for her role in the film The Shameless. Initially pursuing a career in journalism and production design, Anasuya felt creatively stifled in Mumbai and moved to Goa for a fresh start. Her breakthrough came when director Konstantin Bojanov invited her to audition for his film through Facebook.
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Mumbai's Mithi river woes: Unkept promises lie buried under poll noise
Mumbai's recent dust storm and subsequent rainfall brought relief but also havoc to homes along the Mithi riverbanks, reminding residents of impending monsoon woes and unmet election promises. Despite hefty investments in the Mithi River rejuvenation project, flooding persists, with corporators and activists criticizing authorities for ineffective flood prevention measures. Memories of the 2005 deluge haunt neighbourhoods like Kranti Nagar and Sandesh Nagar in Kurla, underscoring the urgency of addressing pollution and infrastructure issues along the river.
Kartik Aaryan's tragic moment: Actor's relatives tragically die in Mumbai's hoarding collapse; details here
Kartik Aaryan's relatives have died in a tragic incident on May 13, when a massive hoarding collapse in Mumbai's Ghatkopar area claimed 16 lives. Retired ATC general manager Manoj Chansoria and his wife Anita were among the victims. The couple was en route to Jabalpur and had stopped at a petrol pump when the hoarding fell on their car. Kartik Aaryan attended their funeral, held at the Sahar crematorium.
Best places near Mumbai to escape the summer heat
Lonavala is a popular hill station nestled in the Western Ghats, known for its waterfalls, caves, and scenic beauty. During the summer months, the weather is pleasant, offering a welcome respite from the Mumbai heat. You can go boating on Shirota Lake, explore the Karla Caves,
Rakhi Sawant’s cancer diagnosis a sham? Ex-husband Adil Durrani says this was a ploy to escape jail time
As netizens inundated her Instagram and Twitter comment sections with well-wishes for her recovery, former boyfriend Adil Durrani remained skeptical. Speaking to News18 Showsha in an interview, Durrani claimed that the 'Pardesiya' dancer orchestrated an elaborate scheme to evade imprisonment! For the uninformed, Sawant is facing charges under Sections 500, 504, and 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
Chhota Rajan's first photograph emerges after nine years, stirring controversy and security concerns
The recent revelation dispelled speculations surrounding his alleged demise during the Covid pandemic or concerns about his health. However, its release has reignited apprehensions of potential attacks on him while incarcerated, prompting heightened vigilance from intelligence agencies.
Salman Khan firing episode: Mumbai police nabs shooters
At 4.51 am on Sunday, two youths riding a motorbike fired five rounds at the actor’s residence. The police had recovered four empty shells and a live bullet at the scene which has been sent for forensic analysis. The police suspect a 7.6 bore weapon could have been used for the firing. In the past the actor has received death threats from the Bishnoi gang following which he was provided a Y category security cover.
Salman Khan firing case: Two accused arrested in Gujarat by Mumbai police
Mumbai Police arrest two suspects for firing near Salman Khan's residence linked to Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Anmol alias Bhanu, posting on Facebook, is wanted and believed to be in Canada.
Can't escape liability to pay Rs 1.64 crore for security during house arrest: SC to Gautam Navlakha
Additional Solicitor General (ASG) S V Raju, representing the NIA, said Rs 1.64 crore is due and 70-year-old Navlakha has to make the payment for the security provided during his house arrest.
Mumbai's elite lap up vacation homes for privacy & exclusivity
Several industrialists, corporate honchos, Bollywood celebrities, and sports stars have been snapping up properties in places like Alibaug, Goa, Lonavala, Khandala, Panchgani, Karjat, and Pawna Lake. On the shopping list are either readymade or under-construction villas, or land parcels to design and build their dream homes.
Privacy, exclusivity drive Mumbai elite towards luxury second homes
Wealthy individuals in Mumbai are buying luxury second homes in picturesque locations like Alibaug and Goa for privacy and exclusivity. Government initiatives improving connectivity are driving real estate development. High-profile figures like Bollywood celebrities and sports stars are investing in these upscale properties, seeking refuge from public scrutiny.
Pro-Khalistani-gangster nexus similar to Dawood-Chhota Rajan rivalry that led to '93 blasts, NIA probe finds
The two main gangs at loggerheads now are those of Lawrence Bishnoi and Kaushal Chaudhary, similar to the rivalries of underworld dons Dawood and the now jailed Chhota Rajan. The federal agency is investigating more than a dozen cases involving terrorist-gangster syndicates and PKEs and have arrested more than 45 suspects. ET joins the dots.
Driver, whose cab fatally hit ex-Intel India head, says he lost control over vehicle as he dozed off
The cab driver has been booked under various Indian Penal Code (IPC) sections but he has not been arrested so far as the maximum imprisonment for sections applied against him is below seven years.
Rashmika Mandanna celebrates ‘escaping death’ on Instagram
The 'Animal' star had a harrowing experience recently, as her air-flight suffered a technical glitch and had to land, just 30 minutes after taking off. The actress was put on an alternative flight along with her co-passengers, which also included 'Great Grand Masti' star Shraddha Das.
Shinde-led camp real Shiv Sena, declares Maharashtra speaker
The Speaker, however, also dismissed the Shinde faction's attempt to disqualify the 14 MLAs of the UBT faction for not obeying its whip, saying there was no evidence to show that the Shinde faction had served notices to the UBT MLAs. "Though the petition (by Shinde tried to show that the whip was served on respondent (UBT MLAs), the petitioner has failed to prove that the whip was served. There are major inconsistencies in the cross examination of Bharag Gogawale (chief whip of Shinde faction)... Thus the disqualification of UBT members also cannot be accepted," he said.
26/11 Mumbai carnage: Investor Ajay Bagga recalls how he & his wife faced death 5 times and escaped Taj Hotel amidst attacks
Several prominent tourist places such as the Taj and Oberoi hotels, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, the Nariman House, and the Leopold Cafe were ransacked by terrorists.
15 years after 26/11, multi-layered protective 'kawach' secures Mumbai
The attacks, which virtually caught the Indian security set-up sleeping, led to a series of corrective measures, upgrades, reinforcements, better weapons, improved intelligence, surveillance mechanisms, to avert a similar situation in the future.
Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Escape passage mentioned in tunnel plan, but panel finds it is not there
Case in point, a statement by the Press Information Bureau dated February 20 announcing the approval of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs for ₹1383 crore project to build a "4.531 km long 2-Lane Bi-Directional Silkyara Bend - Barkot Tunnel with escape passage' on the Yamunotri route. However, the expert panel appointed by the Uttarakhand government following the tunnel collapse has pointed to the absence of the 'escape passage' as a major omission, in its preliminary observations - as reported by ET.
Decades-long Pursuit Ends: Fugitive from Chhota Rajan Gang nabbed for involvement in 1994 robbery case
Sabir Barkatali Lakhani, a fugitive associated with the Chhota Rajan gang, has been arrested in Surat, Gujarat, by the Mumbai police. Lakhani had been evading the law for 28 years after being involved in a 1994 robbery attempt. He was a member of the gang and had attacked an on-duty crime branch official during the incident. Lakhani and his cohorts were sentenced to five years in jail, but he managed to escape capture in 1995.
Smart traders turn to crypto perps to escape TDS on virtual digital assets
Tailored for punters with the stomach to absorb losses in a market that can suddenly and dramatically turn volatile after a long lull, it's an offering that is neither aggressively marketed nor formally launched by mainline platforms.
Train shooting: RPF constable may escape punishment, his seniors could face prosecution, if proven 'mental'
RPF constable Chetan Singh's colleagues and superiors may face prosecution if his claims of beingmentally unfit at the time of a shooting are proven in court. Singh could escape conviction under Section 84 of the Indian Penal Code. However, he will need to prove his state of mind at the time of the shooting was unsound.
Mumbai local train wheel catches fire; passengers leap from coach to escape
The wheel of a running local train caught fire near Asangaon station in Maharashtra's Thane district on Thursday morning, with officials saying it happened due to "brake binding" and no passenger was injured. A video of the incident, which took place about 70 km away from Mumbai, went viral on social media wherein a passenger was seen jumping out of the train which had stopped.
2022 flashback: SUGAR Cosmetics co-founder recalls 'rude awakening', shares narrow escape after deadly road accident
Kaushik Mukherjee advised his social media followers to 'wear a helmet'.
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