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Pune rape accused arrested after 75-hour chase

Pune police arrested rape accused Dattatray Gade after an intense 75-hour chase. The manhunt involved drones, a dog squad, and tip-offs from villagers.

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A high-intensity 75-hour police chase led to the arrest of Dattatray Gade, the prime accused in the rape of a 26-year-old woman inside a bus in Pune. The police deployed drones, dog squads, and over 100 personnel across Pune district to track him down.

Tracking the accused

Gade was finally arrested after he was spotted at a relative’s house at 10:30 pm on Thursday. A change of clothes played a crucial role in tracing him. Police found his discarded shirt, which they used to provide the dog squad with his scent. The dogs led officers to his escape route, ultimately leading to his hideout near a canal in a sugarcane field.

Villagers who identified him in the canal alerted the police, leading to his swift arrest. He was then transported to Pune, where the Special Investigation Team (SIT) at Swargate Police Station took him into custody.

A history of crime

Gade, a 37-year-old resident of Shirur in Pune district, has a long history of criminal activities. His record includes six criminal cases across multiple police stations, dating back to 2019.

  • He previously robbed elderly women by posing as a taxi driver on the Pune-Ahilyanagar route.
  • In 2020, he was convicted of robbery in Karde Ghat, serving a brief jail term.
  • Several cases against him remain pending, and despite his criminal past, he was out on bail since 2019.

Apart from his criminal activities, Gade had political aspirations. He was involved in local elections and had connections with a prominent political leader.

The crime and its impact

On Tuesday morning, the victim, a medical professional, was waiting for a bus at Pune’s Swargate bus station. Gade approached her, pretending to help her find the correct platform.

  • He convinced her to board an empty AC bus, falsely claiming it was the right one.
  • Once inside, he committed the crime before escaping.

The incident has sparked widespread outrage across Maharashtra. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has assured that the accused will face the harshest possible punishment, including the death penalty.

Government response and security measures

The Maharashtra government has announced new security measures following this case:

  • A security audit of all bus depots across the state.
  • Removal of unauthorized buses and vehicles from depots by April 15.
  • Deployment of more female security guards at bus stations.
  • Appointment of an IPS officer as Chief Security and Vigilance Officer for the MSRTC.

Additionally, a departmental inquiry has been initiated against officials responsible for security at the Swargate bus depot.

Legal and societal concerns

The case has reignited debates on rape laws and security measures for women. Former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud referenced the 2012 Nirbhaya case, stating that legal changes alone cannot prevent such crimes.

As authorities continue to investigate the case, the focus remains on ensuring justice for the victim and improving safety measures for women across the state.

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West Bengal Governor dissolves Assembly amid political transition 

Governor R N Ravi dissolved the West Bengal Assembly after the 2026 poll results, with the BJP securing a majority in the state elections.

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The West Bengal Legislative Assembly was dissolved following the conclusion of the 2026 Assembly elections, in which the Bharatiya Janata Party secured a clear majority in the state.

Governor R N Ravi issued the order dissolving the Assembly as the state prepared for the transition of power after the election results. According to reports, the BJP won 207 seats in the 294-member Assembly, while the Trinamool Congress secured 80 seats.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee questioned the election outcome and alleged irregularities in the poll process, claiming the mandate had been “looted”.

The dissolution came as the tenure of the existing Assembly ended on May 7, 2026. The development has sparked political discussions over the formation of the next government in the state.

Meanwhile, Mamata Banerjee held a meeting with newly elected Trinamool Congress MLAs in Kolkata and reportedly raised concerns over internal sabotage during the elections.

The BJP is expected to begin the formal process of government formation in West Bengal after its decisive victory in the Assembly polls.

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Eknath Shinde’s helicopter returns to Mumbai mid-flight due to bad weather

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s helicopter was forced to return to Mumbai after the pilot detected approaching storm conditions during a flight to Thane district.

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A helicopter carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was forced to return to Mumbai on Thursday after encountering adverse weather conditions during a flight to Thane district.

According to officials, Shinde had departed from Mahalaxmi Racecourse in south Mumbai around 3.30 pm and was travelling to Murbad in Thane district to attend a wedding function related to a party worker’s family.

The helicopter reportedly reached the Airoli area in Navi Mumbai when the pilot noticed an approaching storm and informed the deputy chief minister about the deteriorating weather conditions. Following the alert, the flight was turned back as a precautionary measure.

The helicopter later landed safely at the Pawan Hans facility in Juhu, Mumbai. Officials said Shinde was accompanied by members of his staff, including personal assistant Prabhakar Kale, special executive officer Balsingh Rajput and media adviser Vinay Patrdukar.

The incident comes amid changing weather conditions and storm activity reported in parts of Maharashtra in recent days.

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Nitish Kumar’s son Nishant among 32 inducted in Bihar cabinet expansion

Nishant Kumar entered the Bihar cabinet for the first time as 32 ministers from NDA allies took oath in a major expansion of the state government.

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A major cabinet expansion took place in Bihar on Thursday, with 32 leaders from the ruling NDA alliance inducted into the state government. Among the prominent names was Nishant Kumar, son of former Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, who entered the cabinet for the first time.

The expansion included representatives from all major NDA allies in the state. According to reports, the BJP secured 15 ministerial berths, while JD(U) got 13 positions. Two ministers were inducted from Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), while Hindustani Awam Morcha and Rashtriya Lok Morcha received one berth each.

The oath-taking ceremony was held in Patna in the presence of senior NDA leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

Nishant Kumar’s induction comes weeks after he formally entered active politics. His entry into the Bihar cabinet is being viewed as a significant development for JD(U), which had long projected an anti-dynasty image under Nitish Kumar’s leadership.

The cabinet reshuffle follows Nitish Kumar’s move to the Rajya Sabha earlier this year and the formation of the government led by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary.

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