Thane: The Thane Sessions Court has convicted a hawker for attempting to murder a senior civic officer and against her security personnel during an anti-encroachment drive conducted by the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) in 2021.

The accused, Amarjitsingh Shivshankar Yadav, alias Amarjit Yadav, was found guilty under several sections of the Indian Penal Code — including Section 307 (attempt to murder), Section 353 (assault on a public servant), Section 332 (voluntarily causing hurt to deter public servant), Section 333 (causing grievous hurt to deter public servant), and provisions under the Maharashtra Police Act.

About The Incident

The incident took place on August 30, 2021, at the Kasarvadavali junction during a routine anti-hawker and encroachment drive. Kalpita Pimple, Assistant Municipal Commissioner of the TMC’s Majiwada-Manpada ward, was overseeing the operation when Yadav, a hawker at the site, suddenly launched a violent assault on her.

In the unprovoked attack, Pimple suffered severe injuries — including the loss of three fingers and a head injury. A security guard accompanying her also suffered injuries while trying to shield her from the assault.

After a detailed trial, the court held Yadav guilty on all counts, reaffirming the severity of the offence and the need to protect public servants carrying out their lawful duties.

The public prosecutor Shishir Hirey said, “There were two victims in the case, in which Pimple lost three fingers while her security personnel suffered injuries in while trying to prevent the attack.”

Navi Mumbai: In a show of unity and resolve, residents of Kharghar gathered today at Shah Arcade, Sector 6, to participate in a sit-in protest demanding a complete ban on liquor outlets in the area.

Organised under the banner of the Liquor-Free Kharghar movement, the protest began at 11:00 AM and witnessed the participation of local citizens, social activists, and community leaders who voiced their concern over the increasing number of liquor shops and their adverse impact on the peace and safety of the neighborhood.

Protesters emphasised that making Kharghar a liquor-free zone is essential to safeguarding the area’s future and ensuring a safe, healthy environment for families and youth.

“Every responsible citizen must stand united to protect Kharghar from the ill effects of alcohol. This movement is not just for today but for the generations to come,” said one of the organizers during the protest.

The peaceful demonstration reflected the community’s collective demand for the authorities to take immediate action and revoke licenses of existing liquor shops to maintain the area’s sanctity and security.

Organisers have urged residents to remain vigilant and continue supporting similar initiatives until their demands are met.

New Delhi, June 21: In a powerful demonstration of unity, discipline, and wellness, the Border Security Force (BSF) on Saturday celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) with a grand session held at the iconic Attari-Wagah Border under the global theme, ‘Yoga for One Earth, One Health.’

The event saw participation from over 1,000 individuals, including BSF personnel, Indian Army soldiers, BSF families, local villagers, students, and other dignitaries.

The vibrant and symbolic gathering took place at the Joint Check Post (JCP) Attari, offering a unique backdrop for the celebration of India’s ancient wellness tradition at one of its most visible international boundaries.

Inspector General of BSF Punjab Frontier, Atul Fulzele, said, “On the occasion of the 11th International Day of Yoga, we practiced yoga at the JCP Attari premises. BSF personnel, Indian Army soldiers, BSF families, border villagers, and children participated and around a thousand people took part in the session.”

He emphasised the importance of yoga in promoting not only physical strength but also mental resilience, especially for the armed forces and border communities.

The BSF also organised separate yoga sessions at its headquarters and various border outposts along the International Border, ensuring widespread participation across all ranks.

Personnel practiced the Common Yoga Protocol, followed by breathing and meditation exercises designed to foster mindfulness and reduce stress.

The event was part of a larger nationwide celebration involving over one lakh locations under the ‘Yoga Sangam’ initiative, launched by the Ministry of Ayush.

Across the country, an estimated 2 crore people participated in synchronised yoga sessions led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.

The yoga session at Attari was especially significant, serving as a reminder of the peaceful and spiritual strength that yoga represents, even at the country’s borders.