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Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Five held for harbouring expelled NCP functionary & elder son get bail in Pune
1 2 Pune: A magisterial court on Tuesday granted bail to five people, including the son of a former Karnataka minister, on charge of harbouring expelled NCP functionary Rajendra Hagawane and his elder son, Sushil. The two were on the run in connection with the alleged suicide of Vaishnavi, Hagawane's younger daughter-in-law, at their home in Bhukum on May 16. The court of judicial magistrate first class VP Khandare rejected the prosecution's plea to send the accused — Rahul Jadhav (45), Preetam Patil (47), Mohan Begade (59), Amol Jadhav (35) and Bandu Phatak (55) — into custody. The decision was made because the men had been arrested for a bailable offence under provisions of section 249 (b) (harbouring an offender) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The court granted bail to the accused upon furnishing a personal bond and a surety bond in the like amount. Earlier, Bavdhan police's senior inspector Anil Vibhute produced the accused before the court and filed a report to send them to custodial remand for three days. Assistant public prosecutor Nitin Adagale submitted before the court that custodial interrogation of the accused was essential to collect details of the monetary assistance offered by the five men to Rajendra and his son. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Lodha Élanor: 3-bed starting at ₹2.18 Cr+ LODHA® ÉLANOR Book Now Undo Adagale feared that Rajendra and his son, who are influential people from a political background, could tamper with evidence and threaten witnesses through the accused. The prosecution sought time to establish the identity of others responsible for harbouring the father-son duo while they were on the run. Defence lawyers Sushilkumar Pise, Kundalik Gawade, Sachin Jadhav and Shrikant Panhale told the court that the custodial interrogation of their clients was not essential because they were arrested for a bailable offence. The court upheld the defence plea, sent the accused to magisterial custody remand, and ordered their release on bail.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
HC disposes Rajendra hosp power outage case after compliance report by govt
1 2 3 Patiala: The Punjab and Haryana high court has disposed of a revival application in the Public Interest Litigation (PIL) concerning repeated power outages at Rajendra Hospital, Patiala, after reviewing compliance affidavits submitted by senior govt officials. The PIL, filed by advocate Sunaina earlier this year, sought court directions to ensure uninterrupted regular power supply in all govt and semi-govt hospitals across Punjab. It was originally disposed of on Feb 25, 2025, based on an undertaking by the chief secretary, Punjab, affirming that automatic switchover systems would be installed by March 1 in various departments of Rajendra Hospital, Patiala. However, following a fourth major power failure on April 15 — severely affecting critical facilities, including the maternity ward and operation theatre — Sunaina filed a revival application, calling the recurring outages "an administrative failure" and warning of continued risks to public safety. Taking note, the chief justice directed both the chief secretary, Govt of Punjab, and the managing director of Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) to submit affidavits detailing whether automatic switchover systems were installed, their current functionality, and the reasons for any non-compliance. In an affidavit dated May 21, the chief secretary confirmed the installation of automatic switchover systems in all 19 diesel generator (DG) sets, expansion of UPS coverage to nine additional critical areas, and administrative steps, including transferring DG maintenance responsibilities to the PWD B&R Electrical Division from Jan 25 onwards, when a high-level meeting was held under health minister and principal secretary of Medical Education and Research. Meanwhile, the MD, PSPCL stated that no disruption occurred in PSPCL's primary power supply to the hospital at the time of the reported failure, suggesting a possible gap in hospital-level backup response rather than external power issues. Despite the contradiction, the high court, satisfied with the govt's compliance measures and undertakings, disposed of the revival application, bringing the litigation to a close. The court also directed the petitioner in person to file a fresh petition if and when a new cause of action arises of a future power outage incident at Rajendra hospital Patiala. The case sparked wider discussions on the state of emergency preparedness and infrastructure accountability in Punjab's healthcare system. MSID:: 121364454 413 | Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Brother's Day wishes , messages and quotes !
The Hindu
22-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
NCP expels party leader, his son named in dowry harassment-suicide case
NCP expels Rajendra Hagawne and his son Susheel Hagawne from the party, days after the political controversy surrounding the alleged dowry death of Mr Rajendra's daughter-in-law Vaishali Hagawne. The duo has been absconding after Vaishali's death on May 16. Rajendra Hagawane's daughter-in-law Vaishnavi (26) allegedly died by suicide on May 16 at her in-laws' house in Bavdhan area near Pune. Her parents alleged that they had given 51 tolas (595 gm) of gold, silver and an SUV to her husband's family at the time of marriage, but the Hagawane family harassed her yet, demanding that she bring ₹2 crore to purchase land. A First Information Report was registered against her husband Shashank, mother-in-law Lata Rajendra Hagawane, Rajendra Hagawane, sister-in-law Karishma, and brother-in-law Sushil under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) related to abetment to suicide and domestic violence, police said. Police have arrested the husband, mother-in-law and sister-in-law of the victim, while Rajendra and Sushil are on the run, said an official. (With inputs from PTI)
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Once said to be haunted, this 'cursed' Mumbai building made Rajesh Khanna into an overnight superstar, was sold for Rs 90 cr
What was once deemed to be one of the most haunted houses of Mumbai became a good luck charm for India's first superstar, Rajesh Khanna . In the 1960s, the scenic Carter Road in Bandra bore little resemblance to its glamorous present-day avatar. It was a sleepy, serene neighborhood populated mainly by Anglo-Indians and Parsis. Nestled among its coastal homes stood a battered, decaying bungalow that no one wanted—rumored to be haunted and untouched even by the desperate. A Ghost Story and a Dreamer's Eye Journalist Ali Peter John remembers the property as an abandoned structure—its crumbling walls scaring off potential buyers, despite being sold at a price almost too good to be true. It was this very home that caught the attention of a young and hopeful Rajendra Kumar, who had just started making a name for himself in Bollywood. Though his bank balance didn't support such a purchase, he was enchanted by the idea of owning a sea-facing home. According to Seema Sonik Alimchand's biography 'Jubilee Kumar: The Life and Times of a Superstar' the property was up for grabs for Rs 65,000—a modest price even for the time. Rajendra, however, had only Rs 10,000 on hand. Eager not to lose the opportunity, he immediately wrote out a cheque for that amount and handed it over to the broker. Now short by Rs 55,000, he turned to someone he trusted—filmmaker B.R. Chopra. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 Most Beautiful Female Athletes in the World Click Here Undo A Bold Ask and a Generous Reply Rajendra had recently been cast in two Chopra productions, Dhool Ka Phool and Kanoon, though negotiations for his fee had yet to be finalized. He approached Chopra with honesty and urgency, explaining that he needed an advance to complete the home purchase. In the book, he recalls: 'Shastri, the Chopra production manager, had offered me Rs 1.5 lakh for both films. I was asking Rs 2 lakhs, which was in line with what others were paying me.' Chopra, known for his generosity, settled on a compromise. 'He agreed to pay me Rs 1.75 lakh in total, provided Rs 50,000 was given to me upfront,' Rajendra remembered. The filmmaker handed over the money on the spot, allowing the actor to pay the remaining Rs 55,000 and claim his dream home. Tales of Spirits and Superstition Despite the rumors surrounding the bungalow, Rajendra wasn't one to believe everything he heard. The broker casually dismissed the ghost stories, suggesting they were a tactic by the current tenant to delay eviction. 'The man hasn't paid rent in months. He's spreading stories to scare away potential buyers,' the broker remarked. Still, Rajendra sought advice from his friend, actor Manoj Kumar. Manoj advised him not to let superstition dictate his decisions and suggested a housewarming puja, just to be safe. Rajendra restored the bungalow and named it 'Dimple' after his newborn daughter. His career soon skyrocketed, earning him the nickname 'Jubilee Kumar' for his string of box-office hits. A Home of Destiny Passes On As fate would have it, a young aspiring actor named Rajesh Khanna was also dreaming of stardom around the same time. Hearing that Rajendra Kumar wanted to sell the Carter Road house, Rajesh decided to buy it, hoping the good fortune associated with the home would follow him too. He purchased the bungalow for Rs 3.5 lakh, but Rajendra had one condition—he could not keep the name 'Dimple'. 'That name belongs to my daughter. We've named our new bungalow after her too. But you have my blessings,' Rajendra told him. Rajesh renamed the home 'Aashirwad'—a blessing that lived up to its name. A Legacy Carved in Stone and Stardom Rajesh Khanna's life transformed after moving into Aashirwad. He became India's first true film superstar, drawing hordes of fans outside his sea-facing sanctuary. As Gautam Chintamani wrote in Dark Star: The Loneliness of Being Rajesh Khanna, 'Once he moved into Aashirwad, the illusion of royalty was complete.' Following his passing in 2012, the house was sold for Rs 90 crore to businessman Shashi Kiran Shetty. Today, a towering structure stands where the haunted bungalow once did—its spectral past buried beneath the legacy of two legends.
Indian Express
15-05-2025
- Indian Express
Story of India's Akash missiles that nullified Pakistan's aerial attacks
The indigenously developed Akash missile system was pivotal in thwarting Pakistan's sustained aerial attacks during Operation Sindoor last week. Akash ('sky' in Sanskrit) is a mobile short-to-medium-range surface-to-air missile system developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), and currently in service with the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Indian Army. Here's its story. Made in India Akash is designed to provide air defence cover to the vulnerable areas and critical installations. The system can simultaneously engage multiple aerial targets such as enemy aircraft, missiles, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The development of Akash began in the late 1980s as a part of the DRDO's Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme. The early systems trials, field trials and target neutralisation trials were conducted in the late 1990s and early 2000s. These were followed by the extensive user trials by the IAF and Army; the IAF inducted Akash into in 2014, and the Army in 2015. Both the IAF and the Army currently have multiple squadrons/groups operating the missile system. The DRDO claims that Akash is 96% indigenous — one of the highest proportions of indigeneity in advanced Indian weapon systems. More than 250 industries are engaged in the production and supply of various subsystems and components of Akash, with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Bharat Dynamics Limited executing production orders. How Akash works An integrated 3D Central Acquisition Radar scans the airspace for potential threats. According to BEL's website, this radar provides three-dimensional measurements of range, azimuth and elevation of a target, and has a coverage of 120 km in any direction. The Akash missile is guided by a sophisticated multi-function fire control radar named Rajendra, which has a coverage of 80 km. A single Rajendra radar can track multiple targets, and guide multiple missiles simultaneously. Precise tracking data from the radar goes to the command and control centre which calculates the intercept trajectory. A missile is then fired from a mobile launcher — one launcher can hold up to three missiles. Propelled by a ramjet engine, the more than 700 kg heavy Akash missiles can reach speeds of up to Mach 2.5. An on-board seeker takes over to home in on a moving threat once the missile is close enough. The Akash boasts high missile manoeuvrability (the ability to alter its flight path during flight), which improves the system's overall efficiency. Moreover, Akash's 55 kg pre-fragmented warhead is activated by proximity fuse, meaning that the missile can cause significant damage even if it does not score a direct hit. What makes Akash potent ACCURACY: Akash hangs its hat on accuracy, and its overall efficiency in taking down targets. This is a product of its targeting system, its missile manoeuvrability, and quick response time from target detection to kill. The Rajendra radar can even track objects flying on very low trajectories — something that radars have traditionally struggled with — throughout their course. MOBILITY: The entire weapon system — comprising a launcher and a set of missiles, a control centre, a built-in mission guidance system and a C4I (command, control, communication and intelligence) centres, supporting ground equipment, and the Rajendra radar — has been configured on a mobile platform. Akash, by design, provides for quick mobilisation, deployment, and redeployment, and can easily be moved around on road or rail. RESILIENCE: Akash has built-in electronic counter-counter measures (ECCM) features, making it resilient to enemy electronic counter measures (ECM). The system has a high immunity against active and passive jamming by enemies, BEL's website says. ECM refers to techniques meant to nullify or deceive radar, sonar, infrared or other detection systems such that the enemy is unable to hone in on select targets. ECCM thus refers to techniques that counter enemy ECM. Ongoing development The original Akash missile variant had an operational range of 27 to 30 kilometers, and could rise to an altitude of up to 18 km. The DRDO is developing newer variants that improve the system's overall capabilities and range. Akash Prime: While it has the same effective range as the original variant, Akash Prime boasts much improved reliability in low temperature environments and higher altitudes. This upgrade was made based on feedback from the IAF and the Army, which wanted to deploy the system to guard critical infrastructure in high altitude regions. Akash Prime also comes with an indigenous active radio frequency seeker for improved accuracy. It underwent its maiden flight test in September 2021 Akash-NG: The DRDO has also successfully tested the Akash-NG (New Generation) missile. This is designed for the IAF to intercept high manoeuvring aerial threats with low radar cross sections (RCS). RCS or radar signature is a measure of how detectable an object is by radar — larger the RCS, the easier it is for radar to detect the object. Fifth-generation stealth fighters have very small RCS courtesy their shape, material used, etc. Akash NG also boasts an extended range of up to 70 km, is sleeker and lighter, and has a much smaller ground system footprint. The missile is canisterised — it can be stored and operated from specially designed compartments — which improves shelf life and simplifies storage and transportation. In December 2020, the Union Cabinet approved the export of Akash after many friendly nations showed interest during international exhibitions. The export version, however, will be different from what is in service of the Indian armed forces. Sushant Kulkarni is a Special Correspondent with The Indian Express in Pune with 12+ years of experience covering issues related to Crime, Defence, Internal Security and Courts. He has been associated with the Indian Express since July 2010. Sushant has extensively reported on law and order issues of Pune and surrounding area, Cyber crime, narcotics trade and terrorism. His coverage in the Defence beat includes operational aspects of the three services, the defence research and development and issues related to key defence establishments. He has covered several sensitive cases in the courts at Pune. Sushant is an avid photographer, plays harmonica and loves cooking. ... Read More
