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Be alert to fake and misleading messages regarding Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, appeals Chief Electoral Officer Shri S. Chokkalingam

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The process of Mumbai Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 electoral rolls is currently underway in Mumbai Region (Mumbai City and suburbs). In this context, it has come to light that some voters are receiving fake and misleading messages through WhatsApp. Maharashtra Chief Electoral Officer S. Choklalingam has appealed to voters not to respond to such messages and to avoid any financial transactions associated with them. As per the instructions of the Election Commission of India, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are conducting door-to-door visits as part of the Special Intensive Revision – 2026 programme between June 30 and July 29, 2026, and necessary procedures are being carried out. In the meantime, it has been observed that some voters are receiving fake WhatsApp messages. These messages claim that an inquiry is underway regarding the documents submitted for voter registration and direct the recipient to contact the specified mobile number. Chief Electoral Officer S. Choklalingam clarified that the Election Commission of India does not charge any fee for its services. Therefore, voters are advised not to respond to any fake or fraudulent messages received regarding Special In-depth Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls – 2026. Furthermore, one should not share bank account details, OTPs, or other personal information with anyone, nor should any financial transactions be carried out. Reliance should be placed solely on the official websites or social media channels of the Election Commission of India/Chief Electoral Officer, or on the official instructions of Booth Level Officers (BLOs), Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs) or Electoral Registration Officers (EROs). In case of any doubt, one should contact the Voter Helpline number 1950 or visit the nearest Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) office. For information regarding the help desk, one is also urged to visit the link https://ceoelection.maharashtra.gov.in/ceo/Districtvoterhelpline.aspx.

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Burglary suspect arrested in Mumbai, 6 cases solved

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Mumbai: Police has claimed to have arrested a burglar who has committed four burglaries within the limits of MHB police station, along with burglary and theft cases registered against him in Mumbai and its suburbs. Six theft cases have been solved after the arrest of the accused. Mumbai Police DCP Sandeep Ghoge said that the police traced the burglar within the limits of MHBC. The police came to know that he is residing in Kopar Khernar, Navi Mumbai, after which the police arrested the accused Kamaljeet Kaljit Singh, 26, and seized stolen property worth Rs 45 lakh, including gold ornaments and cash, from his possession. The police have also claimed to have seized stolen property worth Rs 45 lakh from him. The accused is a criminal and is also accused of being involved in theft and burglary cases in Dadar, Mahim, Kala Chowki, RCF, Dharavi. In this case, the police have taken action and arrested the burglar and the burglar and started further investigation.

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Maharashtra ATS takes strict action against online terrorism, orders issued to take action against those spreading misinformation on social media, effective from August 6

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Mumbai: Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has now issued an order to take action against content and materials promoting online terrorism. ATS found during its action against Pakistani don Shahzad Bhatti and gangster Lawrence Bishnoi that along with spreading online terrorism, youth are being misled online. ATS analysis has revealed that attempts are being made to mislead through online and digital and social media media through audio and video. Therefore, if anyone on social media publishes and propagates controversial content, PDF, which is tantamount to a threat to the integrity of the country and harms brotherhood and unity, then action will be taken against him. ATS found during its investigation that misleading propaganda has been done in 114 PDFs, magazines, digital contents, after which ATS has also seized them. If anyone publishes controversial content and materials on social media, then action will also be taken against him. The order has been issued under the GATS Public Safety Act 2023. This order has come into force from August 6. If anyone violates it, action will be taken against him. Maharashtra ATS has appealed to the citizens to stay away from misleading and propaganda videos and other content and materials that promote terrorism on social media, otherwise action may be taken against them. ATS Chief Noel Bajaj has appealed to the citizens to refrain from misuse of social media. Along with this, the ATS had also intensified action against other gangsters including Shahzad Bhatti. Accordingly, the ATS had also questioned those in contact with Shahzad Bhatti and Lawrence Bishnoi. Their social media accounts were checked and later they were released. ATS has now started monitoring social media as well. If anyone tries to promote terrorism on social media, action will be taken against him.

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Growing paradox at the heart of Sangh Parivar: Shiv Sena(UBT) in ‘Saamana’

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Mumbai, Aug 7: The Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray on Friday questioned the ideological alignment between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its parent organisation, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), accusing the ruling political establishment of ‘suppressing’ youth protests while the RSS maintains an ambiguous stance.

The Thackeray camp, in an editorial in the party’s mouthpiece ‘Saamana’, criticised RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s decision to host an outreach session in Mumbai with Gen Z to understand youth unrest in the wake of the recent Jantar Mantar student demonstrations.

The editorial labelled the move ‘hypocritical’, pointing out that while Bhagwat seeks dialogue, the Central government has engaged in a heavy-handed police crackdown against student activists.

The editorial highlighted a severe contradiction within the Sangh Parivar, noting that while BJP leaders and affiliated groups have branded protesting students as “anti-national” and part of the “Tukde Tukde Gang”, the RSS leadership is attempting to project an image of mediation and open communication.

The Thackeray camp cited specific instances of alleged police harassment, pointing to youth leaders such as Riya Ahir, who was targeted by law enforcement after attempting to prevent the unlawful detention of fellow protesters in Mumbai. Despite public statements from the Prime Minister offering pardons to student protesters, it reported that police agencies under the Home Ministry continue to intimidate students and their families at university campuses and private residences.

Indian democracy is being transformed into an autocracy, “with constitutional institutions dismantled, national assets privatised, and human values eroded,” it said.

“Ideally, the RSS should have raised its voice against these trends. Instead, it remained silent while youth took to the streets to denounce authoritarianism. Is this stance deemed appropriate by Mohan Bhagwat?” asked the editorial.

Recalling the 1975 Emergency, when the RSS actively opposed bans on strikes, protests, and civil liberties, the editorial accused current RSS leadership of remaining silent while similar authoritarian measures are deployed against today’s youth.

The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena argued that any genuine outreach by the RSS chief must engage actual movement participants on the ground — particularly those injured during police lathi charges — rather than “curated gatherings of Sangh-affiliated youth groups”.

The editorial concluded by demanding that “Home Minister Amit Shah address Parliament regarding alleged police excesses and misbehaviour toward female protesters”, asserting that true resolution requires stopping false charges and “curbing state force rather than offering unsolicited sermons to the nation’s youth”.

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