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Indian Express
3 hours ago
- Indian Express
Pune: Man held for urinating at entrance of ‘Shivsrushti'
Pune city police Saturday arrested a 59-year-old man for allegedly urinating at the signboard of 'Shivsrushti', the historical theme park, in Ambegaon Budruk area of Pune city. Police have identified the accused as Amol Arun Kulkarni, a resident of Dhayari. The FIR in the matter was lodged based on a complaint filed by a student from Ambegaon Budruk, Navnath Amrale, at the Bharati Vidyapeeth police station. Police said that Amrale saw the accused urinating on a board at the entrance of 'Shivsrushti' around 3 am on Saturday. He recorded the incident on his mobile phone and also informed the police. The accused and his wife Sneha (57), who was also present at the spot, were taken to the police station, where they were placed under arrest on charges of hurting religious sentiments. Senior police inspector Savalaram Salgaonkar of Bharati Vidyapeeth police station said that a court remanded the two accused to police custody for three days. 'Shivsrushti' is an innovative historical theme park aimed at preserving the legacy of Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Indian Express
4 hours ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
In Jaipur, Nadda hails Modi's ‘bold, decisive leadership' during Operation Sindorr – ‘Pakistan surrendered in four days'
Operation Sindoor is proof of India's military strength and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'bold decisive leadership', Union Health Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party's national president JP Nadda said Saturday. Nadda was visiting Jaipur for an event to mark the 300th birth anniversary of the 16th Century Maratha queen Ahilyabai Holkar. Speaking to the media outside the airport, Nadda claimed that Operation Sindoor – India's strikes in Pakistan-occupied and Pakistan in the aftermath of the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, that killed 26 people – provided that 'if anyone attacks our house, they will be answered sternly'. 'Pakistan surrendered in four days,' he said, referring to the ceasefire that India and Pakistan reached on May 10 after days of escalating border tensions. आज पुण्यश्लोक लोकमाता देवी अहिल्याबाई होलकर जी की 300वीं जयंती के अवसर पर जयपुर में आयोजित भव्य समारोह में सहभागिता कर नारी शक्ति को सादर वंदन किया। .@JPNadda @BJP4India #AhilyaBaiHolkarAt300 #jaipur — Madan Rathore (@madanrrathore) May 31, 2025 At the main event at Entertainment Paradise (EP) cinema on Tonk Road, Nadda said it was 'necessary to celebrate the birth anniversary of great contributors to our history, but true tribute to them will be only when we try to adopt their work into our lives'. 'Ahilyabai was not just a great warrior who fought with Mughals after the death of her husband but who also worked for the overall development of her pupils. Ahilyabai Holkar was a complete leader,' he said. He also claimed that it was the BJP who brought back leaders like Ahilyabai from the dustbin of history, where she had been 'buried for 70 years'. 'We need to ask the question — why was she not remembered for so many years?' he asked. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he claimed, had done much when it came to development. He narrated an instance when Modi was upset to see some women going to relieve themselves in the open after sunset. 'He was embarrassed by this incident and dedicated his work in making toilets in every home,' he claimed 'When Modi ji called for ensuring there are toilets in every home in his speech at the Red Fort, Opposition leaders laughed. But then, those Opposition leaders have always known the word 'India' and not 'Bharat'. They never visited villages to learn about the problems of women. More than 12 crore women in India who didn't have access to toilets are now living a dignified life,' he said. Nadda also referred to the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' — or the Women's Reservation Bill – saying that by 2029, women would make up 33 percent of Parliament. Former chief minister Vasundhara Raje, too, referred to the proposed law – the Constitution (One Hundred and Sixth Amendment) Act that allocate 33 percent of the seats in Lok Sabha and assemblies for women – calling it a 'true tribute to Ahilyabai' 'Ahilyabai was a just ruler and skilled in administrative matters. She also led the army and ruled Malwa with Lord Shiva as witness,' he said. Nadda is on a day's visit to Jaipur. According to BJP sources, he is scheduled to meet some BJP legislators behind closed doors.
NDTV
8 hours ago
- General
- NDTV
Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar Birth Anniversary: Remembering the Warrior Queen Who Shaped Indian History
On the occasion of her birth anniversary, the nation pays tribute to Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar, the revered queen of the Maratha Malwa kingdom, whose remarkable legacy of leadership, courage, and devotion to public welfare continues to inspire generations. Early Life and Background Born on 31 May 1725 in the village of Chaundi in present-day Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra, Ahilyabai defied the norms of her time. Educated at home by her father, Mankoji Rao Shinde, she rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most respected rulers in Indian history. Marriage into the Holkar Family Her life took a pivotal turn when Malhar Rao Holkar, a Maratha noble under Peshwa Balaji Baji Rao, noticed the young girl during a temple visit. Impressed by her poise and piety, he arranged her marriage to his son, Khanderao Holkar. Following Khanderao's death in the 1754 Battle of Kumbher and the subsequent demise of her father-in-law, Ahilyabai ascended to the throne in 1767. Leadership Prowess and Philanthropic Contributions Across India As queen, Ahilyabai led with unmatched resolve. She protected her kingdom from invasions, led military campaigns, and appointed Tukojirao Holkar as commander-in-chief. But her true legacy lies in her philanthropy-building hundreds of Hindu temples, dharamshalas, wells, and ghats across India, including the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and temples in Dwarka, Somnath, and Rameswaram. Commitment to Women's Empowerment Ahilyabai Holkar is also remembered for her people-centric policies and deep commitment to economic and socio-cultural issues, especially those that affected the lives of women. She encouraged the education of women and their participation in the social and religious life of the local community. She supported and encouraged women weavers to make Maheshwari saris. Breaking Social Norms Ahilyabai also broke social barriers by arranging her daughter Muktabai's marriage to a brave yet poor man, Yashwantrao, based on merit rather than wealth. Remembered as a wise, just, and progressive ruler, Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar's birth anniversary is a celebration of visionary leadership rooted in service and devotion.
India Today
17 hours ago
- Politics
- India Today
News Menu, May 31: PM Modi in Bhopal today; security drill in Pak-bordering states
Good morning. On May 31, 1911, the RMS Titanic, the world's largest and most luxurious ship, was launched from Belfast. Symbolising human ambition and engineering prowess, the ship later sailed into history as one of the biggest tragedies of the 20th century. Let's see what else is waiting to make history with the news menu of India at Bhopal: PM Modi's Ahilyabai MahasammelanPrime Minister Narendra Modi visits Bhopal to mark Ahilyabai Holkar's 300th birth anniversary, addressing a conclave for women empowerment. He releases a 300 commemorative coin and stamp, presents the National Devi Ahilyabai Award, and receives a 'Sindoor Salute' from 15,000 women in sindoor-coloured sarees, honouring Operation Sindoor's Holkar (1725–1795), the revered Maratha queen of Malwa, is known for her administrative reforms, temple restorations, and patronage of arts. She is celebrated as a symbol of women's power and justice. Modi also lays the foundation for 860 crore Kshipra River ghat projects, inaugurates Datia and Satna airports, launches Indore Metro's Yellow Line, and transfers funds for 1,271 Atal Gram Sushasan Bhawans. India Today tracks the event with visuals and Sambar: Operation Shield's Mock DrillsOperation Shield returns with massive mock drills across J&K, Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, and Chandigarh to counter cross-border threats. Key events include Amritsar (drill at 6:00–7:00 PM, blackout 8:00–8:30 PM), Baramulla (drill at 1:30 PM at Showkat Ali Stadium, GDC Ground). India Today tracks this robust security push. From 5:00 Biryani: Amit Shah's 2026 Election KickoffadvertisementUnion Home Minister Amit Shah lands in Kolkata for a two-day visit, launching the BJP's 2026 West Bengal Assembly election campaign. His agenda peaks with a Karyakarta Sammelan at Netaji Indoor Stadium on June 1, focusing on Murshidabad's border security, infiltration, and Operation Sindoor's success. India Today tracks Shah's arrival and political developments, assessing the BJP's strategy against the TMC's governance Delight: BJP's 100-Day MilestoneDelhi's Rekha government marks 100 days with a mega event at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, launching the first urban Ayushman Arogya Mandir at Tis Hazari Court complex. India Today unpacks this showcase of the BJP's governance in the Bite: Covid's NB.1.8.1 SurgeThe NB.1.8.1 Omicron subvariant, 1.5 times more contagious, spreads in India and China. Maharashtra reports 84 new cases (467 active), Gujarat 68 (265 active, 11 hospitalised), Karnataka records a third death, and Mizoram sees its first case in seven months. India Today tracks the mild but concerning surge, urging Mix: Floods and Red AlertsHeavy to extremely heavy rainfall batters Northeast India, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, and Sikkim. Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu soaked. Assam's Guwahati faces severe flooding due to Meghalaya runoff, prompting a red alert. Karnataka records its highest May rainfall in 125 years. India Today navigates this monsoon Platter: Congress's Jai Hind SabhaadvertisementAs PM Modi addresses Bhopal, the Congress counters with a 'Jai Hind Sabha' rally in Jabalpur, spotlighting the BJP's alleged failures on governance, inflation, and women's safety. This political face-off tests both parties' strength in Madhya Pradesh. India Today tracks the brewing Idli: Shah, Nadda on Integral HumanismAmit Shah and JP Nadda headline a National Commemorative Seminar on May 31–June 1 at Delhi's NDMC Convention Centre, marking 60 years of Deendayal Upadhyaya's Integral Humanism lectures. The event explores the BJP's ideological roots in today's context. India Today follows this intellectual feast. BJP's ideological roots in today's context. India Today follows this intellectual Sizzler: Kamal Haasan Row EscalatesKamal Haasan's refusal to apologise for claiming 'Kannada was born out of Tamil' fuels outrage. The Karnataka Film Chamber and Kannada Rakshana Vedike demand an apology, threatening to burn theatres if Thug Life releases. Tamil actor Vinothini Vaidyanathan and the South Indian Artistes' Association back Haasan, calling the rage misplaced. India Today covers this linguistic Golgappa: China's Power PlayChina has launched the International Organisation for Mediation (IOMed), the world's first intergovernmental mediation body. Critics see it as a tool to expand China's influence, especially with Pakistan as a founding member. India Today unpacks this geopolitical Dal: Tejas Mk1A BoostThe first indigenous centre fuselage for Tejas Mk1A is handed over to HAL, accelerating production and boosting private sector roles. Shivani Sharma tracks this milestone in India's defence of self-reliance. India Today celebrates the Top Cop Transition: DGP Race Heats UpMay 31 marks DGP Prashant Kumar's last day, potentially the longest-serving UP DGP in 20 years. India Today tracks whether Kumar gets an extension or a new chief takes Achar: Naidu's Global VisionAndhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu envisions Amaravati as a global leadership hub, aiming to rival Davos. India Today explores his bold plan to elevate Andhra's Bite: The Titanic sank on April 15, 1912, after hitting an iceberg, claiming over 1,500 lives. Ironically, Millvina Dean, the last known survivor, died on the very same date the ship was launched– May 31, 2009, at 97–-closing a tragic chapter in maritime history. Sometimes life comes full circle in strange ways.
Indian Express
19 hours ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Today in Politics: Ahilyabai Holkar's 300th birth anniversary top on day's agenda
In recent years, the birth anniversary of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar, an 18th-century Maratha queen with massive social and religious contributions, has become an integral part of the Indian political calendar. On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will head to Bhopal to celebrate Ahilyabai's 300th birth anniversary. He will attend a women's empowerment event, called the 'Mahila Sashaktikaran Maha Sammelan', at the city's Jamburi Maidan, where he will release a postage stamp and commemorative coin in honour of the queen and hand over the National Devi Ahilyabai Award to an artist who has made a significant contribution to tribal, folk and traditional arts. Modi is also scheduled to visit an exhibition based on good governance, women's empowerment, and the cultural contributions of Devi Ahilyabai. The PM will also virtually lay the foundation stone of various projects and inaugurate the Super Priority Corridor of Indore Metro, and airports in Datia and Satna, apart from performing a virtual 'bhoomi pujan' of ghats to be built on the Kshipra river as part of the preparations for Simhastha Kumbh Mela in 2028. As Anand Mohan J reported this week, this celebration of Ahilyabai in Madhya Pradesh, overseen by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, began eight months ago in September 2024 and is one of the most comprehensive campaigns undertaken in the state. It has spanned multiple cities and initiatives and has 'elevated Ahilyabai from a historically revered figure to the centrepiece of politics in Madhya Pradesh'. An expert told Anand that the state had not seen such a large-scale celebration of a religious icon at the government level earlier. The campaign has allowed Yadav to link Ahilyabai's story to the development work and women's empowerment schemes of his own government. 'Ahilyabai's place in the Hindutva pantheon is an additional bonus for the first-time CM, who is seeking to consolidate his position in the state's politics,' Anand writes. Not just the Prime Minister, Opposition leaders such as Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar, and Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav may also be seen sharing the stage at an event in Delhi to mark Ahilyabai's birth anniversary. The event has been organised by former BJP ally and Rashtriya Samaj Paksha founder Mahadev Jankar. Jankar was a minister in the BJP-led Maharashtra government from 2016 to 2019. However, after being overlooked for the Assembly elections last year, he struck off on his own and floated his political outfit. Jankar is from the Dhangar community, It is said that the Holkar dynasty also traces its roots to the community. The Dhangars have a sizable presence in Lok Sabha constituencies such as Solapur, Sangli, Baramati, Parbhani, and Satara in Maharashtra and are believed to wield enough clout to influence results in 25-30 Assembly seats, according to some estimates. Chief Justice of India (CJI) B R Gavai will inaugurate the Allahabad High Court advocates' chambers and multilevel parking building. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, seven Supreme Court judges, Chief Justice of Allahabad High Court Arun Bhansali, and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will attend the programme that is scheduled to begin at 10 am.
