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Eknath Khadse gives his statements to Mumbai Police in phone tapping case

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Eknath Khadse, the leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), appeared before the Colaba police in Mumbai on Thursday to give his statement in the phone tapping case.

During the Maharashtra assembly elections in 2019, Khadse’s and his personal assistant’s phones were allegedly tapped. Rashmi Shukla, a former head of the Maharashtra Police’s State Intelligence Department, is one of the defendants in the case. She is suspected of listening in on Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut and NCP leader Khadse’s phone calls.

Khadse stated his outrage over his phone being tapped while his party was in power, after recording the statement as a witness with the police. “My phone was tapped, and I was told that I was an anti-social person.” My phone was still tapped even though I was in the BJP at the time. I’ve instructed the cops to look into who ordered the phone tap.”

According to Khadse, his BJP political opponents may have provided the orders for phone tapping. “In my statement, I requested that the police investigate what was said in the taped calls.” Shukla, as an officer, would not be able to accomplish these things on her own. Police should investigate who gave her the order to tap phones and how the information was disseminated.”

“I spent 40 years of my life to the BJP and this is the abuse I got,” the NCP leader continued. When this occurred, our party was in power. I’ve sought legal advice and will bring a defamation claim against the person who called me an anti-social element.”

Following a report by Senior Police Officer Rajiv Jain, an FIR was filed against Shukla at the Colaba police station in early March under the Indian Telegraph Act and parts of the Indian Penal Code. According to Jain’s accusation, Shukla had put Raut and Khadse’s phones under surveillance.

Shukla’s statement has been recorded thrice by the Colaba police since then. She claimed in her statement that she had obtained the necessary approval before listening in on the phone conversations. In this case, she is protected from arrest.

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Navi Mumbai Police Arrest African National With Rs 1 Crore Worth Of Cocaine In Ulwe

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The Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) of Navi Mumbai Police arrested Jeorge Ocante DaSilva, a 35-year-old native of Guinea, on Monday for possessing 410 grams of cocaine, allegedly intended for illegal sale. Acting on a tip-off, API Alka Patil of the AHTU led a raid at RM Heights Building in Ulwe, where DaSilva was found in possession of the narcotics.

Around 2:30 p.m. on October 28, officers discovered 410 grams of cocaine, valued at approximately Rs 1,02,50,000, hidden in DaSilva’s bedroom. Authorities also seized a mobile phone, a black Tabata weighing scale, scissors, plastic packaging bags, and a sky bag, bringing the total seizure value to Rs 1,02,55,610.

An FIR was filed at Panvel City Police Station under Sections 8(a) and 21(a) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Dasilva was presented in court and remanded to police custody until October 31, 2024. Investigations are ongoing, with the Crime Branch seeking potential accomplices and sources of the narcotics. Notably, Dasilva has a prior NDPS case registered at Nahar Police Station in Mumbai.

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Taloja Society Chairman Detained For Allegedly Abusing Residents And Objecting To Diwali Decorations

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The chairman of a housing society in Taloja Phase One has been detained by Taloja police following allegations of verbal abuse toward residents, including women, and objections to Diwali lighting in the complex. The incident occurred on Tuesday night, sparking outrage among residents.

According to the police, the chairman is accused of abusing a woman with intent to insult her modesty, provoking a breach of peace, and engaging in criminal intimidation. A formal complaint was filed, and the chairman was promptly taken into custody.

The situation intensified after a video of the incident went viral on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), showing a group of men, allegedly from the housing society, verbally abusing residents and threatening to halt Diwali decorations. The video received widespread attention, with users expressing shock over the treatment of residents.

Police officials confirmed that the chairman’s detention is part of an ongoing investigation into the incident. Residents are awaiting further action as authorities work to address the disturbance and ensure the safety of the community amid Diwali festivities.

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Thane Sees Surge of Nomination Filings for 2024 Vidhan Sabha Election

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The final day for filing nominations for the 2024 Vidhan Sabha General Election witnessed a surge of candidates in Thane district, with a total of 281 applications submitted across 18 assembly constituencies. This high turnout signals a competitive race for seats in the upcoming election.

Among the nominees, 114 candidates represent various political parties, while 167 have filed as independents, reflecting a diverse array of participants aiming to represent Thane’s voters. Nominations were filed throughout the day with election decision officers at each constituency, marking an essential step in the electoral process.

Collector and District Election Decision Officer Ashok Shingare announced that the scrutiny of these nomination forms is scheduled for October 30, 2024. Following this verification process, candidates who wish to withdraw their names from the race may do so until November 4, 2024.

As the election date approaches, Thane’s political landscape appears more dynamic than ever, with a record number of candidates ready to contest the assembly seats, making for an engaging electoral season for voters and candidates alike.

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