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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Hindustan Times
One more arrest in Katraj kidnapping case
Bharati Vidyapeeth Police on Tuesday arrested an individual from Latur in connection with the kidnapping and abduction of a two-year-old girl in the Katraj area of Pune. The accused, Sachin Pawar, a resident of Latur district, was arrested on Tuesday and produced in court on Wednesday, where he was granted three days of police custody. The investigation into the abduction of the two-year-old girl from the Wonder City slum area in Katraj on July 26 has led to the arrest of five individuals, mostly migrant beggars from the Pardhi community. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO) Swapnil Pawar, API and investigating officer in the case, said, 'In the past week, we have arrested five individuals from Tuljapur and various parts of Pune. During their interrogation, Sachin Pawar's name emerged. It appears that the kidnapping was carried out following Pawar's instructions.' The investigation into the abduction of the two-year-old girl from the Wonder City slum area in Katraj on July 26 has led to the arrest of five individuals, mostly migrant beggars from the Pardhi community. The arrested individuals have been identified as Sunil Bhosale (51), Shankar Pawar (50), and Shalubai Kale (45)—all from Pardhi Vasti in Tuljapur, Dharashiv district. The accused are believed to be part of an organised network of beggars who frequently travel between religious destinations that attract large crowds, such as Pandharpur and Alandi during the annual Wari, and Pune during the Ganesh festival. The network allegedly kidnaps young children to accompany them while begging, using the children to elicit public sympathy and increase earnings. Rahulkumar Khilare, Senior Police Inspector (SPI) at Bharati Vidyapeeth Police Station, said, 'Preliminary investigations suggest that the accused belong to the Pardhi community and had planned to exploit the kidnapped child for begging. However, the investigation is ongoing.'
Time of India
01-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Development of Comprehensive Mobility Plan for Navi Mumbai and Navi Mumbai Airport Influence Notified Area initiated
Navi Mumbai: Cidco began crafting a Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP) for Navi Mumbai and the Navi Mumbai Airport Influence Notified Area (NAINA) regions. This initiative seeks to establish sustainable and inclusive transport solutions extending to 2054. The programme emphasises safety, efficiency, and environmental consciousness whilst connecting various transport modes and encouraging public transit usage. According to Cidco, the plan takes an all-encompassing view, considering public transport, private vehicles, and non-motorised options like walking and cycling, whilst addressing urbanisation challenges. "With projects such as Navi Mumbai International Airport, Corporate Park, Aerocity, Edu City, Logistic Park, and Medicity, along with residential and industrial growth, traffic volume in Navi Mumbai is set to rise substantially. In this backdrop, the Comprehensive Mobility Plan will serve as a guiding framework for Cidco and other authorities to develop a versatile, inclusive, and future-ready transportation system," said Vijay Singhal, vice chairman & managing director, Cidco. However, it has not gone down well with residents who criticised the city planner for its tall promises which were never fulfilled on time. "A case in point is Cidco's metro line-1 which took over a decade to complete. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas Prices In Dubai Might Be More Affordable Than You Think Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Quote Undo Drinking water was a perennial issue which was yet to be addressed by Cidco in areas under Panvel corporation and Cidco administered nodes," said activist Swapnil Pawar. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai The present transport infrastructure of Navi Mumbai includes primary roads like Thane-Belapur Road, Palm Beach Road, Sion-Panvel Highway, and Atal Setu, encompassing 980 km of road networks, railway lines spanning 60 km, the Belapur-Pendhar Metro route, and bus services by NMMT, BEST, and MSRTC. With ongoing developments including NMIA, Metro Line 8, and the Panvel-Karjat railway line, an integrated transport strategy becomes essential, said Singhal. "The CMP will serve to identify transport network gaps, determine investment priorities, and create a systematic implementation plan aligned with mobility requirements. It stands as a prerequisite for securing funding from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs for metro and public transport initiatives," said Cidco. The plan aims to connect Navi Mumbai and NAINA with forthcoming developments like JNPT's Manufacturing Hub, NMIIA, and Corporate Park in Kharghar, said an official. "It focuses on delivering efficient mobility solutions that maintain environmental sustainability and social equity. The initiative promotes non-motorised and public transport, aligning with National Urban Transport Policy guidelines. It integrates with the MMR Comprehensive Transport Study whilst implementing advanced traffic engineering practices. The strategy emphasises enhanced traffic operations and road safety through comprehensive management measures," said an official.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
2 held in Meghalaya for circulating ‘anti-India' video on social media
Shillong: Two persons were arrested by police in the North Garo Hills district on Saturday for allegedly circulating an anti-India video , promoting hatred on social media and supporting Pakistan. North Garo Hills SP Swapnil Pawar said in a statement that a video from the Facebook account, 'Silgring D Sangma Sangma', went viral on social media platforms such as Facebook and Whatsapp wherein two persons can be seen shouting and spreading message in Garo language filled with religious hatred and sloganeering against India and supporting and provoking attacks against India by Pakistan. The authorities have viewed the content of the video as serious threat to the sovereignty and integrity of the country, especially in the light of the current sensitive situation. Following the viral spread of the video, the district administration of North Garo Hills had filed a complaint at Bajengdoba Police Station on May 15. A case was subsequently registered under Bajengdoba PS Case No 14/2025, citing violations under Sections 152 and 197(1)(d) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023. During the investigation, North Garo Hills District police apprehended the two individuals identified as Silgring D Sangma from Chorebolbok village and Asbath B Marak from Chambildam village, both under the jurisdiction of Bajengdoba Police Station. Further investigation into the case is underway, police officials said.
