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The Times of India 'Pen drive holds evidence': Deshmukh says Fadnavis pressed him to frame MVA

Ex-Maharashtra home minister Anil Deshmukh challenged deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis to release video evidence against him. Deshmukh accused Fadnavis of pressuring him to falsely incriminate MVA leaders. Fadnavis denied these claims and asserted that Deshmukh's party supplied incriminating evidence. This political tussle intensified ahead of the assembly elections.

The Times of India School bus stuck at railway crossing, miracle saves 40 from fast train

Nearly 40 students had a close call when their school bus was stuck at a level crossing in Khaparkheda with a train approaching. Local residents quickly intervened to signal the oncoming train to stop, preventing a potential accident. Passers-by also used flags and barriers to alert the train driver, averting what could have been a tragic incident.

The Times of India Triplex sold for Rs 172 crore in Mumbai's Bandra

Apco Infratech Pvt Ltd purchased a luxurious 9,527 sq ft triplex for Rs 172 crore in an under-construction tower in Bandra's Pali Hill. This transaction included a Rs 9.3 crore stamp duty. The deal marked one of the highest property sales in the area. The tower was built on the erstwhile property of the late actor Dilip Kumar.

The Times of India Man killed in Mumbai spa had enemies' names tattooed on body

A Worli spa owner was arrested for allegedly orchestrating the murder of Guru Waghmare, his extortionist. Waghmare was found killed at the spa. A Rs 70 UPI transaction linked the attackers to the crime. The owner claimed Waghmare extorted money using threats. One suspect was nabbed in Mumbai, and another in Rajasthan.

The Times of India Cocaine worth around Rs 100 crore seized at Delhi airport

The CBI intercepted Ashok Kumar, a German national of Indian origin, at Delhi airport with nearly 6 kg of cocaine worth Rs 100 crore. The drugs were hidden in soft toys. This operation, based on Interpol inputs, highlights efforts to combat drug trafficking. Past similar incidents across India indicate a widespread smuggling network.

The Times of India Delhi Police write to metro over platform doors as suicides surge

Delhi Police has requested the DMRC to install platform screen doors at all metro stations to reduce suicides. While only 70 out of 190 stations currently have these doors, the remaining 120 are seen as vulnerable. The urgency was highlighted by 18 suicides reported in 2022 and 22 in 2023. Recent incidents include a 68-year-old man committing suicide at Kashmere Gate on July 11. Officials believe these safety measures are essential to curb the rising trend.

The Times of India 14-year-old raped, thrown off building in Delhi's Dwarka, case filed

A 14-year-old girl in New Delhi alleged she was sexually assaulted and pushed from a building in Dwarka, leading to severe injuries. The father stated she was previously abducted and assaulted earlier this year. An FIR has been registered, and police are investigating. The article also mentions arrests in other cases of child sexual abuse, including a Tamil Nadu incident involving elderly men and another involving a labourer.