Pune Land Deal: Officials Face Dismissal Without Enquiry

The Maharashtra revenue department has recommended dismissing two officials linked to the Mundhwa land deal, invoking Article 311 to bypass departmental enquiry. Legal experts caution this is permissible only in exceptional cases.

Pune Motorcyclist Booked for Abusing Police Constable

A 31-year-old shop owner from Undri was charged after allegedly abusing a police constable who stopped him for triple-riding in Bibvewadi. Pune traffic police have fined over 5,380 riders and seized 3,000 vehicles in the ongoing drive.

Maharashtra Farm Loan Waiver Decision Expected Before June 30

State Agriculture Minister Dattatray Bharne announces a positive decision on farm loan waiver is imminent as the government's war room completes data scrutiny. The Pravin Pardeshi committee report is crucial for the final historic announcement.

Akali Unity Talks Stall Over Badal Leadership Rejection

Efforts to reunite fractured Akali factions face major obstacles as SAD (Reorganised) and SAD (Waris Punjab De) firmly reject unity under Sukhbir Badal's leadership, citing past controversies and demanding his exclusion from any alliance.

Sharad Pawar Discharged from Pune Hospital

NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar was discharged from Ruby Hall Clinic in Pune on Saturday after receiving treatment for chest congestion and persistent cough. Doctors advised rest before resuming duties.

Zelensky: EU Entry Key to Peace Deal with Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky states that Ukraine's accession to the European Union is essential for any peace agreement with Russia, as he faces pressure from both Moscow and the US to cede Donbas.

Federal Judges Rule Against Trump's Immigration Detention

More than 400 federal judges have issued over 4,400 rulings since October, declaring the Trump administration's detention of immigrants illegal. Detention numbers have surged 75% to 68,000, sparking over 20,200 lawsuits from detainees seeking release.

Kanpur Police Detain Influencers for Kidnapping Prank

Kanpur police detained eight influencers for allegedly kidnapping a 10-year-old boy and demanding ransom, claiming it was a prank. The incident occurred on February 11, with the child released after two hours.

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