Former Maharashtra home minister Anil Deshmukh on Tuesday said he will soon come out with a book detailing the "conspiracy" against him by framing him on "false" charges and expose those who worked to dislodge the previous MVA government, reported news agency PTI. NCP (SP) leader Deshmukh said he started writing the book, titled 'Diary of Home Minister', during his 14-month incarceration. The book, which will also throw light on how he came out of jail after a long court fight, will soon be released and will be available in Marathi, Hindi and English, he said in a press release, reported PTI. The former home minister is facing a CBI case for alleged corruption and another case registered by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for money laundering. Deshmukh resigned as the state home minister in April 2021 and was arrested in November 2021. He was released on bail in December 2022. "The book will tell about the whole conspiracy against me, how efforts were made to overthrow the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government through me, and how I was framed in a false case and put in jail for 14 months because I refused (to toe their line)," said Deshmukh without naming anyone, reported PTI. He said the book will tell who conspired against him and how, when he was the home minister of Maharashtra, and also how and who worked to topple the then Uddhav Thackeray-led MVA government, reported PTI. It will also disclose how he had to spend 14 months in jail and how he and his family were troubled by a "false" case, Deshmukh said. Anil Deshmukh claims disgruntled BJP leaders in contact with NCP (SP) Earlier, Former Home Minister of Maharashtra Anil Deshmukh claimed that some senior BJP leaders are considering joining his party due to dissatisfaction with the current government's handling of issues such as unemployment, inflation, and farmers' distress in Maharashtra, reported ANI. In an interview with ANI, Deshmukh criticised the Mahayuti Alliance, which includes the BJP, NCP, and Shiv Sena which are under the leadership of Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde respectively. He suggested that if the alliance's internal issues persist, the BJP might end up contesting future elections independently. "Some senior BJP leaders are looking to join our side because they are dissatisfied with the government's handling of issues like unemployment, inflation, and farmers' distress in Maharashtra. The alliance between Ajit Pawar, Eknath Shinde, and the BJP is not as strong as it should be, and if this continues, the BJP might end up contesting the elections separately from NCP and Shiv Sena," he said. (With inputs from PTI and ANI)
22 October,2024 11:54 AM IST | Nagpur | mid-day online correspondentOn Monday night, as many as 30 domestic and international flights operated by Indian airlines received bomb threats, according to ANI. These flights included those operated by IndiGo, Vistara, and Air India, ANI reported. Sources familiar with the situation indicated that the threats were taken seriously and prompt security measures were implemented.An IndiGo spokesperson confirmed that four of their flights were targeted with security-related alerts. The flights affected were 6E 164 (Mangaluru to Mumbai), 6E 75 (Ahmedabad to Jeddah), 6E 67 (Hyderabad to Jeddah), and 6E 118 (Lucknow to Pune). According to ANI, all passengers disembarked safely, and the airline immediately initiated standard operating procedures in cooperation with the relevant authorities. “We worked closely with the relevant authorities, and standard operating procedures were followed,” stated the IndiGo spokesperson.Air India also faced similar threats. An Air India spokesperson confirmed that several of their flights received bomb threats via social media platforms. The spokesperson noted that all security protocols were strictly adhered to, and the authorities were alerted as per laid-down procedures. As per ANI, the airline emphasised that the safety of passengers remained the highest priority during these incidents.Vistara also reported security threats to a few of its flights. According to ANI, the airline responded by alerting the relevant authorities immediately and following all the necessary security procedures. “We immediately alerted the relevant authorities and are following all security procedures as directed by them,” a Vistara spokesperson said.This wave of threats follows a concerning pattern in recent days. In just over a week, more than 120 flights operated by Indian airlines have been subjected to bomb threats. While most of these threats have turned out to be hoaxes, Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu stated that such warnings cannot be taken lightly, ANI reported.The government is now planning legislative measures to tackle the rising number of bomb threats against airlines. According to ANI, these measures include placing individuals responsible for such threats on a no-fly list. Additionally, amendments to The Suppression of Unlawful Acts against Safety of Civil Aviation Act (SUASCA), 1982, are being proposed. These amendments would enable authorities to arrest and investigate suspects without requiring a court order if the aircraft is on the ground. Furthermore, changes to aircraft security rules are under consideration to ensure stricter penalties for those issuing bomb threats, with the aim of deterring such acts in the future. (With inputs from ANI)
22 October,2024 11:50 AM IST | New DelhiBharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Praveen Khandelwal criticizes the Congress saying that the party is unable to understand that the country has completely rejected them following Congress' recent loss in the Haryana Assembly elections, ANI reported. Speaking to ANI, Praveen Khandelwal said "I have said this time and again, the Congress party is not able to understand that the people of the country have completely rejected them and the country is moving ahead very fast under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi." He termed Congress' efforts to reach out election commission after the polls as an act of 'frustration', claiming that it would not make any difference. "Hooda ji should understand that his party has already lost in Haryana and hence if he goes anywhere now to evade his embarrassment, it will not make any difference. The Election Commission has worked very clearly, still if he has made any complaint, then the Election Commission will work within its limits. But overall, this is a case of frustration," the BJP MP added. Praveen Khandelwal is a member of parliament from Chandni Chowk parliamentary constituency. BJP's Nayab Singh Saini took the oath as the Chief Minister of Haryana administered by Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya, marking his second term as Haryana CM. His council of ministers were also sworn in during the ceremony, ANI reported. As per ANI, Saini retained the main departments, which include Home and Finance, as cabinet portfolios were allocated to the Council of Ministers. Saini kept oversight of Home, Finance, Excise and Taxation, Planning, Town and Country Planning, Urban Estates, Information, Public Relations, Language and Culture, Administration of Justice, General Administration, Housing for All, Criminal Investigation (C.I.D.), Personnel and Training, and Law and Legislative departments. Veteran BJP minister Anil Vij was allocated Energy, Transport, and Labour, and Minister Shruti Choudhry was assigned Women & Child Development, as well as Irrigation & Water Resources. The Assembly elections in the 99- assembly constituencies in Haryana took place in a single phase on October 5 and the results of which were declared on October 8. There were 1,031 candidates, comprising 464 Independents and 101 women. Although many exit polls had indicated that the Congress would win, the BJP retained their third term in office by winning 48 seats, while the Congress secured 37 seats. (With inputs from ANI)
22 October,2024 11:48 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentBharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Praveen Khandelwal criticizes the Congress saying that the party is unable to understand that the country has completely rejected them following Congress' recent loss in the Haryana Assembly elections, ANI reported. Speaking to ANI, Praveen Khandelwal said "I have said this time and again, the Congress party is not able to understand that the people of the country have completely rejected them and the country is moving ahead very fast under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi." He termed Congress' efforts to reach out election commission after the polls as an act of 'frustration', claiming that it would not make any difference. "Hooda ji should understand that his party has already lost in Haryana and hence if he goes anywhere now to evade his embarrassment, it will not make any difference. The Election Commission has worked very clearly, still if he has made any complaint, then the Election Commission will work within its limits. But overall, this is a case of frustration," the BJP MP added. Praveen Khandelwal is a member of parliament from Chandni Chowk parliamentary constituency. BJP's Nayab Singh Saini took the oath as the Chief Minister of Haryana administered by Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya, marking his second term as Haryana CM. His council of ministers were also sworn in during the ceremony, ANI reported. As per ANI, Saini retained the main departments, which include Home and Finance, as cabinet portfolios were allocated to the Council of Ministers. Saini kept oversight of Home, Finance, Excise and Taxation, Planning, Town and Country Planning, Urban Estates, Information, Public Relations, Language and Culture, Administration of Justice, General Administration, Housing for All, Criminal Investigation (C.I.D.), Personnel and Training, and Law and Legislative departments. Veteran BJP minister Anil Vij was allocated Energy, Transport, and Labour, and Minister Shruti Choudhry was assigned Women & Child Development, as well as Irrigation & Water Resources. The Assembly elections in the 99- assembly constituencies in Haryana took place in a single phase on October 5 and the results of which were declared on October 8. There were 1,031 candidates, comprising 464 Independents and 101 women. Although many exit polls had indicated that the Congress would win, the BJP retained their third term in office by winning 48 seats, while the Congress secured 37 seats. (With inputs from ANI)
22 October,2024 11:48 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentA Delhi court has recently dismissed a bail application of a man accused in a case related to duping of Rs. 2.25 crore using a mobile application on the pretext of investment. The court dismissed the plea in view of accused's active role in transfer of money and involvement of two Chinese Nationals. Additional Sessions Judge (ASJ) Joginder Prakash Nahar dismissed the bail plea of accused Mustakeen Ali. While dismissing the plea, the court noted that accused Mustakeen Ali has active involvement in transfer of funds of Rs.2.25 crores from an account in a short period of time. The Court said, "The said amount is under investigation with the Investigation Officer (IO). The other two Chinese nationals in touch with accused Mustakeen Ali are also yet to be traced out." "Keeping in view the facts and circumstance of the case against the accused Mustakeen Ali it is not desirable to grant bail to him at this stage of proceedings," the court said in the order. It further said that in fact his total involvement in the case regarding such transfer of fund for a sum of Rs.2.25 crores is yet to be traced out and he may also tamper with evidence. In such circumstances of the case it is held that the accused Mustakeen Ali is not entitled to bail at this stage of proceedings, the court said. However, the court granted bail to another accused Jai Vardhan alias Jai Singh. Advocate Sanjeev Malik and Shivani Yadav appeared for Jai Vardhan Singh. Delhi police opposed the bail plea and filed a reply. It was submitted by the IO that one Vikram Singh had filed an online complaint regarding online financial fraud. Later on, he gave a written complaint in which he stated that he has serving as a Boutique Operation Specialist in a showroom in Karol Bagh for the past 15 years. On 10-01-2024 while at work, he came across an advertisement/link promoting the Million Rupees Stock Academy on a social media platform. Thereafter, he clicked the link, which led him to a WhatsApp group administered by Shefali Bagga. Shefali Bagga and others, using the mobile numbers, initiated contact with complainant and encouraged him to download the "Well Pro app" for trading in shares, he alleged. As reply of Delhi police, she claimed SEBI registration and a Mumbai office for legitimacy. She guided him how to invest and earn huge profits through them. She told him that they are registered with SEBI and their office is in Mumbai. He downloaded the said mobile app at her pursuance. She asked him to invest with small amount. She sent him the details of bank Current account to transfer the money. The account was in the name of "Singh Garments" at Chandni Chowk, Delhi Branch. She persuaded him rigorously and asked him to invest small amount to earn huge profit. She taught him the functioning of "Well Pro App". On 14/01/2024, he invested a small amount of Rs 10,000 through online mode to the above said bank account from his bank account. He shared the screen shot of the same with Shefali Bagga. The amount added was shown on his account on "Wells Pro Mobile app" and started trading with them. The amount and profit was visible on well Pro app. On 23 January, 2024, Shefali Bagga suggested him that if he will keep Rs. 6,00,000/- (Six Lakh) amount in his "Wells Pro App" account then he will be able to apply with 3 times of the deposited amount. On advice of Shefali Bagga, complainant transferred the Rs 6,00,000 in the same bank account and applied for 3 times of the amount for IPO through same mobile app. Later on, he was said to have allotted with 24,000 shares of the IPO and he has further asked to deposit a total of 15,84,000. He discussed this with his friend who told that he is getting cheated by them and suggested him to speak to Shefali Bagga on normal voice call. He tried to talk to her over given mobile numbers but both the numbers were switched off. He realized that he has been cheated for Rs. 6,52,000 by the accused persons. He requested for legal action. On the basis of his complaint an enquiry was conducted. Subsequently, a case FIR under sections 419/420/120B IPC was registered and investigation was taken up. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
22 October,2024 10:46 AM IST | New Delhi | ANIWith Diwali just a week away, Delhi is grappling with rising pollution levels, as several areas report an AQI exceeding 300, indicating very poor air quality. Dr Rajesh Chawla, a senior consultant on Respiratory Diseases at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, noted that the city is experiencing respiratory illnesses earlier than usual, which typically peaked in November. He said that as a result of the poor air quality, there is a 10-15 per cent rise in the number of patients suffering from respiratory diseases. "This time Delhi is witnessing respiratory illnesses earlier that used to be recorded in November. We are seeing the pollution rising earlier than November this year. Due to this, there is a 10-15 per cent rise in the number of patients suffering from respiratory diseases," Rajesh Chawla said. "The rate of infections is also rising. If you want to curb air pollution, then you have to take steps all year round. Due to particulate matter in the air, PM 10 and PM 2.5, and irritant gases like sulfur dioxide and carbon monoxide, you get watery eyes and cough when you venture outside," he added. He also said that air pollution is a slow poison and can affect children and elders. "Air pollution is like slow poison. It affects children in developing age and elders. Action should be taken at a personal, government, and national level. If you want to prevent the effects of air pollution, then using an N95 face mask is essential," he said. The central-run hospital Ram Manohar Lohia has also started running special OPD services for Air Pollution patients. Dr Ajit Jindal from the Respiratory department said, "Right now we are seeing patients of respiratory, eyes, and skin complaints, major in our OPDs. We have seen the increased number of patients in our chest OPD now, with the vision of our medical superintendent, Dr Ajay Shukla, we have started this pollution-related illness clinic every Monday from 2 to 4 pm." "Today, we saw patients coming with the cough, sneezing, cold, itching in the throat, watering eyes, and some of the patients with burning in the skin. These are the main symptoms which patients are coming with," he explained. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has ordered the implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-II) in Delhi-NCR on Monday after the overall Air Quality Index dropped to 'Very Poor' category in the region. It will be effective on October 22, Tuesday. Delhi recorded a daily average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 310 i.e. 'Very Poor' category on date, as per the daily AQI Bulletin provided by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). With Stage II of GRAP coming into force, an 11-point action plan is applicable with immediate effect in the entire NCR, in addition to all Stage-I actions of GRAP already in force. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
22 October,2024 10:45 AM IST | New Delhi | ANISwaraj India Party founder Yogendra Yadav was reportedly manhandled by a mob in Akola in Maharashtra on Monday. He alleged that the attackers were a part of Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi, ANI reported. Yadav said that it is beyond "my imagination" that the people belonged to the Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi, he also mentioned his local colleagues identified 24 people who were involved in the attack. He claimed that the attack was not only on him but also on the Constitution and democracy. According to ANI, the Swaraj Party leader while addressing a press conference said, "I do not know anyone, but local colleagues have taken 24 names. They are people of Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi. One of our colleagues asked why did you people do this? The man said it was the order of the 'sahab', I do not know who the 'sahab' is. But if the people of Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi have done this then I am very surprised." "Yogendra Yadav is a very small man, you have not attacked him, you have attacked the constitution of Baba Saheb, you have attacked the democracy which you keep on talking about day and night and you have shamed your leader Prakash Ambedkar," he added. Yadav questioned the motive behind the attack, saying that the differences in opinion with the Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi leader, Prakash Ambedkar wouldn't justify violence. "There is no doubt that Prakash Ambedkar's line of thinking and ours are different but such an attack would be carried out due to differences of opinion, it is beyond my imagination. I at least do not consider Prakash Ambedkar to be a person who can carry out such an act," he said. Yadav in a post on X, termed the attack on him and his colleagues of Bharat Jodo Abhiyan as a "grave concern for democracy lovers." "The attack on me and my colleagues of Bharat Jodo Abhiyan in Akola (Maharashtra) today is a matter of grave concern for every democracy lover. As part of the 'Vidarbha' tour of Bharat Jodo Abhiyan, we were holding a conference on the topic 'Protection of Constitution and our vote', when a mob of 40-50 people climbed on the stage and moved towards me to stop me from speaking," he wrote on X. "We remained seated and local colleagues formed a circle and protected us. Even after the police arrived, the rioters continued to attack and vandalize. The meeting ended there," Yadav added. आज अकोला (महाराष्ट्र) में मुझ पर और भारत जोड़ो अभियान के साथियों पर जो हमला हुआ वह हर लोकतंत्रप्रेमी के लिए गंभीर चिंता का विषय है। भारत जोड़ो अभियान के विदर्भ दौरे के तहत हम “संविधान की रक्षा और हमारा वोट” विषय पर सम्मेलन कर रहे थे, तो मुझे बोलने से रोकने के लिए 40-50 लोगों की… pic.twitter.com/59wsdPWVob — Yogendra Yadav (@_YogendraYadav) October 21, 2024 Swaraj Party leader while showing concern over the said, "In the last 25 years, I have given lectures at many places in Maharashtra, but this has never happened before. This is sad not only for Maharashtra but also for those who believe in the Constitution and democracy. This incident further strengthens our dedication towards protecting our democracy. Whoever is scared of what I say, listen - I will come back to Akola!" Elections for the 288 assembly seats in Maharashtra are scheduled to be held on November 20, while the vote counting will take place on November 23. (With inputs from ANI)
22 October,2024 10:44 AM IST | Akola | mid-day online correspondentThe well-marked low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal intensified into a depression on Tuesday morning as it rolled towards the eastern coast with the likelihood of turning into a severe cyclonic storm, the IMD said. In its bulletin, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said that the well-marked low-pressure area over the east-central Bay of Bengal moved west-northwestwards, concentrated into a depression and lay centred at 730 km southeast of Paradip in Odisha around 5.30 am. "It is very likely to move west-northwestwards and intensify into a cyclonic storm by October 23, 2024, over east-central Bay of Bengal," the bulletin said. Thereafter, the weather system will continue moving northwestwards and is very likely to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm, which will cross north Odisha and West Bengal coasts between Puri and Sagar Island on the night of October 24 and morning October 25 with a wind speed of 100-110 kmph gusting 120 kmph, it added. The system is likely to affect the coast of both Odisha and West Bengal with heavy rain and high-speed wind, the bulletin said. A deep depression is a more intense stage of a low-pressure system and typically precedes the formation of a cyclonic storm, according to the IMD. The Odisha government has cancelled the leaves of all staff from October 23 to 25 in view of the cyclone forecast. In a letter to all the departments, Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) DK Singh has asked them to remain prepared to tackle the challenges of the impending calamity. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
22 October,2024 10:43 AM IST | Bhubaneswar | PTIIndia values close cooperation within BRICS which has emerged as an important platform for dialogue and discussion on a range of key issues concerning the global developmental agenda, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at the BRICS summit on Tuesday, reported news agency PTI. PM Modi made comments in a statement before embarking on a two-day visit to the Russian city of Kazan to attend the 16th summit of the BRICS grouping. "The expansion of BRICS with the addition of new members last year has added to its inclusivity and agenda for the global good," he said, reported PTI. Being hosted by Russia, the BRICS summit is being seen as an attempt by non-Western powers to project their clout amid the conflict in Ukraine and the escalating situation in West Asia. PM Modi is set to hold a series of bilateral meetings including with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the margins of the BRICS (Brazil-Russia-India-China-South Africa). It will be the first BRICS summit of the grouping after it was expanded at its summit in Johannesburg last year. "India values the close cooperation within BRICS which has emerged as an important platform for dialogue and discussion on issues concerning the global developmental agenda, reformed multilateralism, climate change, economic cooperation, building resilient supply chains, promoting cultural and people to people connect, among others," PM Modi said in his departure statement, reported PTI. PM Modi said his visit to Kazan will further reinforce the 'Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership' between India and Russia, reported PTI. The prime minister visited Moscow in July during which he held summit talks with President Putin. "Building upon the annual summit held in July 2024 in Moscow, my visit to Kazan will further reinforce the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia," PM Modi said, reported PTI. "I look forward to meeting other leaders from BRICS as well," he said. In a post on 'X', PM Modi said he was looking forward to extensive discussions on a wide range of subjects at the BRICS summit. The BRIC, as a formal grouping, started after the meeting of the leaders of Russia, India and China in St. Petersburg in 2006. It was agreed to expand BRIC into BRICS with the inclusion of South Africa in 2010. Last year's expansion was the first such exercise since 2010. The new members included Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates. (With inputs from PTI)
22 October,2024 10:32 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentFive people have been killed and three injured following a cylinder blast which led to a house collapse in the Sikandrabad area of Bulandshahr district, police said. District Magistrate of Bulandshahr Chandra Prakash Singh said the incident occurred on Monday evening in the house of one Riyazuddin, who was involved in shuttering work, in which around 19 people were living. Shuttering is the process of giving support and stability to concrete before it becomes solid. "A cylinder blast occurred in the Ashapuri colony of Sikandrabad between 8.30 pm and 9.00 pm leading to the collapse of the entire house," he said, adding that of the three injured, the condition of one was serious. Additional Director General of Police, Meerut Zone, Dhruva Kant Thakur said information about the death of five people has been received so far and some were still trapped under the debris. The rescue operation is still underway, the senior police officer told PTI. The Chief Medical Officer of Bulandshahr confirmed the death of five people in the incident while adding that 10 people were safe. When asked to describe what type of cylinder had exploded, the district magistrate said it would be made clear following an investigation. Personnel of the NDRF, fire brigade, police, medical and the local administration were involved in the rescue work, he said. "Chief Minister (Yogi Adityanath) took immediate cognizance of the incident. We were sent to the spot and directions were issued that good quality treatment should be given to the injured persons," the DM said. About the rescue operation, he said the iron beams of the roof of the house had to be pried open using gas cutters. At the same time, an excavator was pressed into action to clear the debris. Senior Superintendent of Police of Bulandshahr Shlok Kumar said the bodies have been sent for post-mortem. Although the surviving family members have said that no one was trapped under the debris anymore, the rescue teams are taking all precautions while carrying out their work, he added. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
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