A 4.3 magnitude earthquake followed by a 3.3 magnitude tremor struck Nashik, Maharashtra, causing cracks in houses and triggering panic among residents, though no casualties or dam damage were reported.
Earthquakes of 4.3 and 3.3 magnitude struck Nashik district, Maharashtra, causing cracks in houses but no casualties, officials said Sunday.
A Nashik Road Court granted bail to the main accused woman in an alleged sexual harassment and religious conversion case at TCS Nashik, citing her pregnancy. The co-accused was denied bail, with the prosecution arguing evidence of assault and conversion attempts, including giving the victim an Islamic book and burqa.
A Nashik court granted bail to TCS employee Nida Khan, arrested two months ago in a sexual harassment and religious conversion case, citing her pregnancy. Her co-accused, Danish Shaikh, was denied bail. The incident is part of a larger SIT probe into nine similar cases at the TCS Nashik unit.
The Mahayuti alliance secured a landslide victory in the Maharashtra Legislative Council elections, winning 16 out of 17 declared seats. The BJP was the largest gainer with 11 seats, followed by Shiv Sena (3) and NCP (2). An independent BJP rebel won the sole non-alliance seat in Nashik.
BJP rebel Gokul Gite defeated ruling Shiv Sena nominee Narendra Darade in the Nashik legislative council election, securing 357 votes to Darade's 248. The upset highlights internal party dynamics and challenges to established alliances.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut alleged two MPs were flown to Delhi on a chartered plane from Nanded, calling it an attempt to evade scrutiny amidst reports of a party split. He questioned the MPs' motives and stated that public and party members would hold those responsible accountable.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut alleged that two MPs were flown to Delhi from Nanded on a chartered plane as part of "Operation Tiger" to engineer a party split, calling it an attempt to evade scrutiny.
Nashik police SIT filed a 1,500-page chargesheet against four accused in a sexual harassment and religious sentiments case at TCS. Charges include rape, sexual harassment, and offenses under the SC/ST Act.
Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay demands NEET-UG scrapping after 2026 exam cancellation due to paper leak, citing structural flaws and disadvantage to rural, government school, and socio-economically disadvantaged students. The cancellation has left over 22 lakh medical aspirants uncertain, sparked protests, and led to arrests across multiple states.
The CBI has taken over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak investigation after Rajasthan Police revealed a "paper leak mafia" sold leaked exam questions disguised as a guess paper for up to Rs 25 lakh. The network spanned multiple states, with a suspect detained in Nashik. The leak's origin is believed to be outside Rajasthan.
Former state women's commission chairperson Rupali Chakankar was questioned for six hours by a Special Investigation Team probing allegations against jailed astrologer Ashok Kharat. The SIT focused on her association with Kharat and his trust, with Chakankar stating she provided fitting answers. The inquiry is ongoing to determine the extent of her involvement.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi alleged the Nashik TCS exploitation case is an intentional attempt to target educated Muslim youths, claiming it lacks legal standing and faces a media trial. He stated the corporator involved will contest the matter legally, asserting the party's unawareness of the incident and that recovered items are not illegal.
Nida Khan, an accused in the Nashik TCS case involving alleged sexual harassment and forced religious conversion, has been taken into custody from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Khan was wanted after her anticipatory bail was rejected by the court. Police are continuing their investigation and legal proceedings.
A Nashik court has denied anticipatory bail to Nida Khan, an accused in a sexual harassment and forced religious conversion case at TCS. Prosecutors argued custodial interrogation is necessary due to the severity of the charges.
Police investigating sexual assault, sexual harassment, and religious coercion cases at TCS Nashik office face digital evidence challenges as the prime accused uses separate passwords for each file and application. The main accused, a TCS employee charged with rape, sexual harassment, and hurting religious sentiments, was taken to a forensic laboratory to unlock his Face ID-protected phone. Four suspects have been remanded in police custody until April 29.
Nashik city police have arrested four TCS employees already in judicial custody on fresh charges of sexual harassment and hurting religious sentiments. The cases were registered based on a complaint by a male employee whose wife, also employed at TCS, was allegedly harassed. The accused face charges under BNS sections 75, 79, 299, and 302. This brings the total to nine cases against eight TCS employees, including two women.
Seven individuals arrested in connection with sexual offense cases at TCS Nashik have filed bail applications in courts in Nashik city and Nashik Road. Nine cases have been registered involving eight TCS employees accused of sexual harassment, rape, and hurting religious sentiments. Two women are among the accused, including an assistant general manager. Bail hearings are scheduled for April 28 and May 2.
A Nashik court denied interim protection from arrest to a TCS employee accused of religious harassment. The woman, a third accused, sought relief citing pregnancy. The case involves sexual exploitation and religious offenses under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and SC/ST Act. The next hearing is scheduled for April 27.
A Nashik court on Monday denied interim relief to a pregnant TCS employee accused in a sexual harassment and religious coercion case. The 26-year-old accused, currently absconding, sought protection from arrest pending her anticipatory bail plea. The court allowed the complainant's lawyer additional time to file a written response, with the next hearing on April 27. TCS clarified the employee was a process associate, not an HR manager, and said no complaints were received through internal channels.
A woman engineer at TCS Nashik has alleged sexual harassment, stalking, and religious coercion by colleagues between June 2025 and March 2026. She reported derogatory remarks about Hindu deities and inappropriate touching during training sessions. Nashik Police have registered nine FIRs and arrested eight persons, including a female operations manager. One accused, Nida Khan, remains at large. TCS has suspended the employees and initiated an internal probe.
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is under investigation for serious allegations of sexual and religious harassment at its Nashik office. Multiple FIRs have been filed, leading to the arrest of seven employees, including an HR manager. Tata Sons chairman has ordered a thorough internal probe.
