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Maharashtra: Strike Called By Workers’ Unions Of MSRTC Leads To Widespread Disruption In Bus Services; 35 Of 251 Depots Completely Shut

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Maharashtra: Strike Called By Workers' Unions Of MSRTC Leads To Widespread Disruption In Bus Services; 35 Of 251 Depots Completely Shut

A strike called by workers’ unions of the Maharashtra State Transport Corporation (MSRTC) has led to widespread disruption in bus services across the state. As of 8 am today, 35 out of 251 bus depots have been completely shut down, impacting thousands of passengers.

Current Status Of Operations

Despite the strike, all bus depots in the Mumbai division are reportedly operating smoothly, according to MSRTC officials. However, the situation is more severe in other parts of the state, particularly in the Thane division, where the Kalyan and Vitthalwadi depots are fully closed.

The strike’s impact is also being felt in the Marathwada region, with most depots in the Latur and Nanded divisions closed. In contrast, transport services in the Kolhapur and Solapur divisions of Western Maharashtra are functioning normally.

Complete Closures Across Multiple Districts

Several districts have seen significant disruptions due to the strike:

Pune District: The Shivajinagar, Vallabhnagar, Bhor, Saswad, Baramati, and Talegaon depots are completely closed.

Sangli District: The Miraj, Jat, and Palus depots have ceased operations.

Satara District: The Karad, Vaduj, and Mahabaleshwar depots are not operational.

Nashik District: Depots in Nashik, Pimpalgaon, and Peth are shut down, as are the Bhusawal and Chalisgaon depots in the Jalgaon district.

Festive Services Remain Unaffected

Despite the widespread disruptions, the state transport corporation’s spokesperson assured that special bus services for the Ganpati festival, particularly those booked from Mumbai and Thane regions, remain unaffected. The corporation has taken steps to ensure that these services operate smoothly to cater to the festival-goers, however according to passengers operation of the Ganpati festival special buses in the Thane region also affected partially.

MSRTC operates nearly 15,000 buses, serving over 5.5 million passengers daily. The strike has caused inconvenience to a large number of daily commuters who rely on these services for their transportation needs.

As the situation develops, passengers are advised to check the status of bus services from their respective depots before planning their travel.

On September 4, 2024, at 7 pm at Sahyadri Guest House, the Chief Minister will hold a meeting with the action committee members of workers unions to discuss their pending demands. This meeting comes as a response to recent demands put forth by various workers union’s.

In light of this development, the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) has issued an appeal to its employees, urging them to refrain from any actions that might cause inconvenience to passengers. The MSRTC emphasizes that any such disruptions, especially during the festive season, could adversely affect the public and travelers relying on the state transport services. The corporation hopes for cooperation from all employees to ensure smooth and uninterrupted service during this critical time.

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Kenyan Woman Held At Mumbai Airport For Smuggling Cocaine Worth ₹6.65 Crore In Ingested Capsules

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Mumbai: The officers of Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) on Sunday arrested a 43-year-old Kenyan woman for smuggling cocaine worth Rs 6.65 crore. The woman had ingested capsules containing cocaine and she purged six capsules during medical examination in a hospital.

According to sources, DRI Mumbai had specific intelligence which indicated that a female passenger Florence Awino Indangasi travelling from Nairobi to Mumbai might have concealed some narcotics substance.

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Mumbai Police Constable Arrested For Molesting 12-Year-Old Girl In Saat Rasta Area

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Mumbai: A shameful incident that tarnishes the image of the police uniform has come to light in the jurisdiction of Agripada Police Station. A police constable has been arrested for allegedly molesting a 12-year-old girl in the Saat Rasta area. The shocking act was caught on CCTV, which played a key role in his arrest.

About The Case

According to police sources, the minor had stepped out of her building to collect prasad on Saturday when the 45-year-old constable began following her. When she tried to take the elevator, the constable allegedly stopped her, forcibly grabbed her hand, and dragged her up the stairs

According to Agripada police sources, the minor girl had stepped out of her building to collect prasad when the 45-year-old accused, who was present in the Surrounding area, started following her. When the minor girl enter the elevator, the constable allegedly stopped her and forcibly held her hand. He then reportedly dragged her up the staircase to the first floor of the building.

A police constable posted with the LA in Tardeo has been arrested for allegedly molesting a 12-year-old girl in the Saat Rasta area. The  Shameful incident, which occurred on Saturday, came to light after the girl informed her mother, prompting her to lodge a police complaint.

Following the complaint, Agripada Police registered an FIR under Sections 74 and 78 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and Section 12 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The constable was taken into custody on Sunday. Police officials said the incident was captured on CCTV, and the footage is being treated as vital evidence in establishing the constable’s role in the offence. The investigation is ongoing.

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Mumbai CFO Duped Of ₹1.93 Crores In Andheri To Scammer Impersonating As ‘Boss’ On Whatsapp

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Mumbai: A cyber fraud case has come forward from Mumbai’s western region cyber police, revealing a sophisticated cyber fraud operation that involved impersonation on WhatsApp, leading a senior finance executive to transfer Rs 1.93 crore from a company bank account. The plan focused on the chief financial officer (CFO) of a private firm in Andheri.

From April 12 to April 15, the CFO obtained messages from a mobile number impersonating the company’s director, which created an impression of authenticity, and The impersonator, asserting pressing business matters tied to a collaboration involving government officials and a private company, demanded a large payment. Confident in the sender’s identity, the CFO completed the transfer of Rs 1,93,06,000.

The deception came to light on April 15, when the impersonator asked for an extra Rs 3 crore. The CFO, feeling uneasy, reached out to the real director, who verified he had not made any such request, resulting in a quick notification to the authorities. A FIR was lodged on April 28.

After thorough technical analysis, police apprehended six suspects linked to the fraud. Shubham Bajirao Kunjir, aged 28, residing in Pune, was recognized as the main suspect, possessing the beneficiary account. Additional apprehended persons comprised Akshay Gorakh Shelke and Ujjwal Raj Kumar Singh, with their involvement still under scrutiny.

Additionally, Shubhamkumar Jaipal Singh Pardeshi arranged provisions and collected banking resources, while Aditya Dilip Shinde communicated transaction information according to a report by Mid Day. Iran Shivpal Mishra was involved in providing banking details to Chinese agents and transforming money into cryptocurrency.

Officials confiscated several gadgets, such as cell phones, computers, and banking-related materials. Inquiries showed the bank account in use had participated in several earlier cyber fraud cases. Officials urged the public to verify financial requests obtained digitally on their own and promote prompt reporting of any suspicious activities to the relevant authorities.

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