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Local leader digs up cricket pitch in Maharashtra’s Jalgaon with tractor after not being invited; viral video sparks outrage
A cricket final in Maharashtra's Jalgaon district descended into chaos when a local politician allegedly drove a tractor onto the pitch, destroying it. The politician, reportedly upset over not receiving an invitation to the MLA Trophy final, vandalized the playing surface. The match was called off due to unsafe conditions, and police intervened.
Hyderabad police crackdown on pan-India cyber fraud network, 32 bank officials among 52 held
Under 'Operation Octopus 2.O', as many as 32 bank officials, 15 mule account holders and five middlemen were apprehended for complicity, Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar said in a release.
Nashik court sends 'godman' Kharat in police custody till April 23 in fifth sexual assault case
Nashik police secured custody of self-styled godman Ashok Kharat until April 23. This is the fifth sexual assault case against him. Kharat faces multiple charges including sexual assault and financial fraud. He allegedly used black magic and claimed divine powers. A Special Investigation Team is probing the cases. Kharat's connections with political leaders have also drawn attention.
TCS Nashik case: A timeline of key developments and probe details
TCS Nashik case: IT major Tata Consultancy Services is facing scrutiny after serious allegations surfaced at its Nashik facility. The case centres on accusations of sexual harassment, workplace coercion and pressure linked to religious conversion at the company’s Nashik unit.
'Cases involving religious conversion wouldn't be tolerated': Maharashtra CM Fadnavis on Nashik TCS case
Maharashtra Chief Minister Fadnavis on Saturday chaired a review meeting of the Home Department over the Nashik conversion case, saying that religious conversion cases would not be tolerated under any circumstances.
4-member panel with retired judge, ex-IPS officer to probe Nashik TCS case
A Fact Finding Committee has started its inquiry into serious allegations at a TCS office in Nashik. The committee will speak to all parties involved before releasing any details. This comes as protests continue and authorities investigate the matter. TCS is cooperating with the investigation, which is looking into potential forced conversion and sexual harassment.
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No formal complaints found in Nashik preliminary review, says TCS
Tata Consultancy Service said on Friday that it has not received through its official reporting systems any formal complaints of the nature that are being alleged. The company said it has engaged a team of experts from consultancy firm Deloitte and law firm Trilegal as independent counsel to the internal investigation led by chief operating officer Aarthi Subramanian.

Amravati abuse videos: Minority panel chief accuses BJP leader of trying to spark communal tension
State Minority Commission chief Pyare Khan has accused former BJP MP Navneet Rana of inciting communal conflict in Amravati. This follows Rana's allegations regarding a case of obscene video clips of minor girls. Khan demanded Rana's expulsion from the BJP, citing her statements that victims were Hindu and accused were Muslim.

Akshaya Tritiya Alert: Fake gold-silver scam exposed. How conman who earlier duped Aditya Pancholi & Salim Khan's aide trapped victims
An interstate fake gold coin scam targeting wealthy individuals was busted by Gurgaon Police, with the arrest of Solanki Prabhubhai Gulshanbhai alias Kalpesh, who allegedly duped a city-based exporter of around Rs 2.5 crore and 50 gold tolas. The accused posed as a labourer and built trust by offering genuine coins before delivering fake ones in bulk. The victim reportedly borrowed money and sold family jewellery to fund the deal. Police said the gang had been operating for over 25 years across multiple states, targeting luxury car owners, and had earlier duped actor Aditya Pancholi and an aide of Salim Khan.

TCS Nashik case reaches Supreme Court: Plea terms forced religious conversions a 'terror act', indirect 'war on India'
TCS Nashik Case News: Allegations of religious coercion and exploitation at a TCS Nashik workplace have reached the Supreme Court. A plea argues these incidents are part of a wider pattern of forced conversions, calling them a 'terrorist act'. The Supreme Court is urged to direct stricter measures against such practices nationwide. Investigations are ongoing, with arrests made and internal inquiries launched by TCS.

She took care of ill father, raised 2 children and still cracked toughest exam. But ‘this was not just her victory’. Maharashtra woman’s emotional celebration is winning hearts
In Maharashtra’s Beed district, Sumedha Shekh overcame financial struggles, managed her home, raised two children, and cared for her specially-abled father to become a police officer. Celebrating her achievement, she carried her father on her shoulders, turning the moment into a heartfelt tribute. The emotional video has since gone viral, winning hearts and highlighting resilience, gratitude, and shared success.

After TCS and Infosys, Tech Mahindra in row over alleged religious bias; issues statement on ‘Footwear Free Zone’ viral image
Tech Mahindra is facing online criticism after a 'Footwear Free Zone' sign went viral. The IT firm has denied allegations of religious bias and a divisive workplace culture at its Mumbai office. An internal review found the social media claims inaccurate.

Amravati scandal: Mastermind Ayan, who sexually abused 180 minors and recorded over 300 explicit videos, linked to Owaisi's party. Cops reveal how a bet exposed him
Amravati viral videos: In a significant development in the Amravati sex abuse scandal, police revealed that the alleged mastermind Ayan Ahmed was a former member of Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM. Ayan Ahmed, accused of sexually abusing 180 minors and recording more than 300 explicit videos, had a bet with his friend who would win over more girls, that finally blew the lid off the scandal.

NCW sets up panel to probe sex abuse allegations at TCS unit in Nashik
The National Commission for Women (NCW) announced on Wednesday that it has constituted a fact-finding committee to conduct a detailed inquiry into the alleged incidents of sexual harassment of women at the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) BPO unit at Nashik in Maharashtra.

No Naxal violence-hit districts in India anymore: Home ministry to state govts
India has achieved a historic milestone. The Centre has officially declared that no districts in the country are affected by Naxal violence. This declaration follows extensive operations and a high-level security review. The government's National Policy and Action Plan has led to this significant achievement after more than five decades of Left Wing Extremism.

Infosys reaffirms zero-tolerance policy amid Pune harassment claims; parallel investigation deepens in Nashik TCS case
In an official statement, Infosys emphasised its commitment to employee safety. "Infosys maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of harassment or discrimination. Any issue reported is treated seriously and investigated by an independent committee. We encourage a 'speak-up' culture for employees to report any concern."

NCW sets up panel to probe alleged sexual harassment at TCS Nashik
The National Commission for Women is investigating serious allegations of sexual harassment at a Tata Consultancy Services BPO unit in Nashik. A fact-finding committee will visit the facility on April 17 to conduct an on-site inquiry. The panel will interact with victims, police, and company officials.

What happened at the TCS Nashik office? Why was the HR AGM arrested and why are 78 emails and chats under investigation?
TCS Nashik controversy: An SIT probe is underway at TCS Nashik after eight women employees alleged sexual exploitation and forced religious conversion. Seven people, including a senior HR manager who was a part of the POSH internal committee, have been arrested amidst allegations of ignored complaints and a racket luring women with jobs. Maharashtra minister even alleged that victims were forced to offer namaz, eat beef and there were attempts of religious conversion. Investigators are probing 78 emails, chats and other digital evidence that were ignored by the HR manager.

TCS Nashik: A look at the sexual harassment allegations rocking the IT major
Tata Consultancy Services is under scrutiny following serious allegations of sexual and religious harassment at its Nashik office. Investigations have led to multiple FIRs and the arrest of several employees, including an HR manager. Tata Sons chairman has ordered a thorough internal probe into the matter. The company has suspended employees involved.

Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran orders probe into TCS Nashik case
Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran has ordered an investigation into serious allegations of sexual harassment, coercion, and religious conversion pressure at a TCS Nashik office. Eight employees filed police complaints, leading to seven arrests, including the HR manager. TCS has suspended the employees under investigation and is cooperating with authorities.

School assembly news headlines for April 14: Top national, international, sports, business update and thought of the day
The Supreme Court referred Teesta Setalvad's passport plea to a three-judge bench, while Akhilesh Yadav blamed BJP policies for Noida violence. Internationally, the UK will not back a Strait of Hormuz blockade amid the Iran war's economic impact. In sports, India's growing identity in major events was highlighted, and Faf du Plessis advised Mumbai Indians to rely less on Bumrah.

TCS Nashik case: NITES approaches labour ministry, seeks POSH compliance audit in tech firm
An IT employees' body has urged the Labour Ministry to audit Tata Consultancy Services for sexual harassment compliance. This follows allegations from eight female employees at a Nashik office. The organization also called for a broader state-level audit of IT firms in Maharashtra. TCS has suspended employees involved and stated a zero-tolerance policy. Police are investigating the complaints.

Maharashtra: ED raids in money laundering case against self-styled godman Ashok Kharat
The Enforcement Directorate has escalated its investigation with simultaneous searches across Maharashtra, focusing on the self-proclaimed godman Ashok Kharat and his network. Active operations are taking place in key locations like Nashik, Pune and Shirdi.

West Bengal elections 2026: Modi promises women’s quota, police reforms, UCC push
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has promised 33% reservation for women in government jobs and stronger safety measures in West Bengal. Home Minister Amit Shah stated a 'son of the soil' will be Chief Minister. Both leaders reiterated the BJP's commitment to implementing the Uniform Civil Code. The party also pledged to investigate alleged corruption and post-poll violence.

Nashik IT company horror: Victims made to offer namaz, eat beef, sexually harassed and were forced to convert, says minister in sexual harassment case
Nashik TCS case: Allegations of sexual harassment and forced religious conversion by eight female employees have surfaced at the multinational company's office in Nashik. Maharashtra minister Girish Mahajan has alleged that victims were forced to offer namaz, eat beef and attempts were made to convert them. Police have filed nine FIRs and TCS has suspended its employees involved in the sexual harassment case.

Comedian Kunal Kamra points to Bal Thackeray's cartoon on Indira Gandhi for privilege action
Comedian Kunal Kamra faces privilege proceedings in Maharashtra for a satirical song about Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Kamra argues that Bal Thackeray, whose legacy Shinde claims, never faced such action for his cartoons. He submitted a written deposition to the legislature's privileges committee. Kamra defends political satire and questions the use of legislative privilege against citizens.

How a protest over one liquor shop ended up injuring 32 policemen, 80 villagers near Nagpur
Protests demanding the closure of a country liquor shop in Maharashtra's Gondia district turned violent, resulting in at least 32 police injuries. The clash erupted when police attempted to arrest a key protester, leading to stone-pelting and arson by villagers. Authorities have deployed additional forces and are working to de-escalate tensions through dialogue.

660 arrests, 499 FIRs, Rs 519 crore fraud: How Delhi Police's CyHawk 4.0 op caught cyber scamsters across 20+ states within 48 hours
Delhi Police concluded Operation CyHawk 4.0, a massive 48-hour coordinated strike against organized cybercrime syndicates across 20 states and Union Territories. Orchestrated between April 6 and April 8, the crackdown involved over 600 teams and resulted in the arrest of 660 suspects and the registration of 499 FIRs. Working with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), investigators linked ₹519 crore in defrauded funds to identified mule accounts and mobile networks.

150 additional CAPF, state police companies to be deployed for Bengal polls
The Union Home Ministry has ordered 150 more companies of security forces for West Bengal Assembly elections, taking total deployment to about 2,550. The additional forces include central and state police units, to be deployed by April 18 to strengthen security in sensitive areas. The Election Commission said the move aims to ensure free, fair and peaceful polling across the two phases on April 23 and 29.
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