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CBI Court Sentences Former Bank Manager and 14 Others in Ahmedabad Fraud Case
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The CBI court sentenced 15 people, including Becharbhai Ganeshbhai Zala, former Branch Manager of the State Bank of Saurashtra, to 3-5 years in prison and fined them Rs 15.35 lakh for bank fraud. Zala and others were accused of conspiring to defraud the bank by approving Rs 1.62 crore in housing loans using forged documents. The CBI filed nine chargesheets, with judgments in five cases. Charges against nine individuals were dropped due to their demise during the trial.
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CBI Court Sentences Former Bank Manager and 14 Others in Ahmedabad Fraud Case
2 minutes ago
National
Maharashtra's New Government: Fadnavis, Shinde, and Pawar Take Charge
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The new Mahayuti government in Maharashtra has announced its portfolios. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will oversee Home, Law, and Judiciary, while Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar will manage Urban Development and Finance, respectively. The cabinet includes 36 ministers, with key roles assigned to various leaders. The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance won the Maharashtra Assembly Election 2024 with 235 seats, marking a significant victory.
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Maharashtra's New Government: Fadnavis, Shinde, and Pawar Take Charge
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World News
Prominent Tibetan activist detained for two weeks amid Chinese discrimination
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Tsering Tso, a Tibetan rights activist, was detained in Qinghai province for two weeks for "spreading false information" and "causing trouble" via social media. Known for her criticism of Chinese authorities and advocacy for Tibetan rights, Tso has faced multiple detentions. Her recent arrest followed a video where a police officer denied her passport application. Tso continues to highlight discrimination against Tibetans, accusing local officials of corruption and unfair treatment.
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Prominent Tibetan activist detained for two weeks amid Chinese discrimination
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Sports
"I've got a few plans...: Konstas exudes confidence ahead of international debut in BGT
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Sam Konstas, a young Australian cricketer, has been called up to the national team for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India. The 19-year-old expressed excitement and shared his plans against Indian bowlers. His family was emotional upon hearing the news, with his mother in tears and his father proud. Konstas has been performing well, with notable achievements in the ICC U19 World Cup and Sheffield Shield. Australia made squad changes due to Josh Hazlewood's absence and top-order concerns.
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"I've got a few plans...: Konstas exudes confidence ahead of international debut in BGT
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National
Mohali building collapse: 22 yr old woman rescued in operation, says official
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A 22-year-old woman was rescued after a building collapsed in Mohali, Punjab. The rescue operation, lasting nearly two hours, involved the NDRF, police, and fire department. The woman is receiving hospital treatment. NDRF official Baljit Singh noted the operation might continue for some time. SSP Mohali Deepak Pareek stated the number of trapped individuals is unknown. AAP MP Malwinder Singh Kang confirmed the administration's focus on saving lives. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.
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Mohali building collapse: 22 yr old woman rescued in operation, says official
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Massive fire erupts in New Alipore slums in Kolkata; no casualties
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A fire broke out in a slum cluster near Durgapur Bridge in New Alipore, Kolkata, on Saturday evening. The fire was controlled with no casualties reported. Abhijit Pandey, Director of Fire Service, stated that the fire is under control and the cause is being investigated. Sixteen fire tenders were involved in the operation. Locals reported the fire at 6:45 pm, and the fire brigade responded promptly. While no lives were lost, there was some property damage, which is being assessed.
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Massive fire erupts in New Alipore slums in Kolkata; no casualties
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World News
US Judge rules Pegasus-maker NSO Group liable for hacking in WhatsApp lawsuit
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A US judge ruled in favor of WhatsApp against Israel's NSO Group, accused of exploiting a vulnerability to install spyware. Judge Phyllis Hamilton found NSO liable for hacking and breach of contract, with the case proceeding to trial for damages. WhatsApp's head, Will Cathcart, hailed the decision as a privacy victory. Cybersecurity experts see it as a landmark ruling for the spyware industry. WhatsApp sued NSO in 2019, revealing 1,400 individuals were monitored. NSO's appeal was declined by the US Supreme Court.
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US Judge rules Pegasus-maker NSO Group liable for hacking in WhatsApp lawsuit
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National
Punjab police arrest two members of gangster module; weapons, ammunition recovered
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Punjab Police's Counter Intelligence team arrested two gangsters, Sunil Kumar and Dilpreet Singh, in Pathankot. They recovered four magazines and 14 cartridges. Sunil Kumar, with a criminal history, was recently released on bail. The duo received weapons from Amritsar, intended for an unknown party. Investigations are ongoing to trace the weapon source and identify more suspects. A case has been registered, and the accused will be presented in court for police remand.
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Punjab police arrest two members of gangster module; weapons, ammunition recovered
about 1 hour ago
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Rescue Op underway after multi-storey building collapses in Mohali
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A multi-storey building collapsed in Mohali, Punjab, leading to a joint rescue operation by the National Disaster Response Force, police, and fire department. Senior Superintendent of Police Deepak Pareek reported that the number of people trapped is still unknown. The operation involves heavy machinery and public assistance. The cause of the collapse is under investigation.
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Rescue Op underway after multi-storey building collapses in Mohali
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Bhagwant Mann, Amaridner Singh condole demise of HS Hanspal
about 1 hour ago
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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and former Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh mourned the death of Harvinder Singh Hanspal, Chairman of the Punjab Energy Development Agency. Hanspal, a former Rajya Sabha member and ex-president of Punjab Congress, joined the Aam Aadmi Party in 2022. Both leaders expressed their condolences on social media, highlighting Hanspal's contributions to politics and his association with AAP. His passing is a significant loss to the political community in Punjab.
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Bhagwant Mann, Amaridner Singh condole demise of HS Hanspal
about 1 hour ago