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The Mumbai investment scam investigation has led to the arrest of Sanjay Krishna Jadhav, the son of a retired Mumbai Police senior inspector, in connection with an alleged ₹10 lakh container trading fraud. According to police, a businessman was allegedly persuaded to invest after being promised substantial returns within 15 days. Investigators claim the money was never returned, and threats were allegedly issued when repayment was sought. Two co-accused remain absconding as Dindoshi Police continue investigating the financial transactions.

Mumbai Investment Scam: Son of Retired Police Inspector Arrested in Alleged Rs 10 Lakh Container Trading Fraud

A businessman allegedly lost Rs 10 lakh after being persuaded to invest in a purported container trading business promising high returns. Dindoshi Police have arrested one accused, while two others remain absconding.

Mumbai investment scam investigators have arrested Sanjay Krishna Jadhav, the son of a retired Mumbai Police senior police inspector, in connection with an alleged Rs 10 lakh investment fraud involving a purported container trading business. Two co-accused remain absconding as Dindoshi Police continue their investigation into the financial transactions.

According to police, Sanjay Krishna Jadhav had allegedly been evading arrest after a cheating case was registered against him. He was apprehended recently and has since been remanded to police custody while investigators examine the alleged investment scheme and the movement of funds.

The case was registered following a complaint by Yuvraj Jagannath Gaikwad, a resident of Malad who operates a Xerox shop in Vile Parle. Investigators are also searching for co-accused Rahul Shailu Yamla and Rajkumar Ayyar, who are yet to be arrested.

The Ricky’s Bar & Kitchen controversy has entered a new phase after senior journalist and RTI activist Ketan Tirodkar submitted a representation seeking action against the Thane establishment. The complaint requests a criminal investigation into alleged regulatory and legal violations, demolition of allegedly unauthorised structures, and permanent sealing of the premises. Tirodkar has warned that he will approach the Bombay High Court through a Public Interest Litigation if authorities fail to initiate appropriate action within 30 days. The allegations remain unverified and await official examination.

Ricky’s Bar & Kitchen Controversy: Ketan Tirodkar Gives Maharashtra Government 30-Day Deadline, Warns of Bombay High Court PIL

Senior journalist and RTI activist Ketan Tirodkar has submitted a detailed representation to the Maharashtra Government seeking action against Ricky’s Bar & Kitchen in Hiranandani Estate, Thane, alleging multiple legal and regulatory violations. The complaint states that a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) will be filed before the Bombay High Court if authorities do not initiate action within 30 days.

The Ricky’s Bar & Kitchen controversy has entered a significant new phase after senior journalist and RTI activist Ketan Tirodkar submitted a detailed legal representation to the Chief Minister of Maharashtra and several senior government authorities seeking immediate enforcement action.

According to the representation, Tirodkar has requested permanent sealing of Ricky’s Bar & Kitchen, demolition of alleged unauthorised structures, and appropriate legal proceedings. He stated that failure by authorities to act within 30 days would result in a Public Interest Litigation before the Bombay High Court.

The representation identifies the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, senior police officials, officers of the Thane Municipal Corporation, Kasarvadavali Police, and the State Excise Department as proposed respondents if, according to the complaint, administrative authorities fail to take effective action.

The Gutkha crackdown in Maharashtra has intensified as the Food and Drug Administration expands statewide enforcement against banned tobacco products under Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe. Authorities say inspections, seizures, and coordinated operations are continuing to curb the manufacture, storage, transport, and sale of prohibited products. Meanwhile, reports claiming that alleged trader Subhash Koli has left Ulhasnagar amid the enforcement drive remain unverified and have not been confirmed by any investigating agency or government authority. No official finding has established criminal liability in connection with the current campaign.

Gutkha Crackdown in Maharashtra: FDA Intensifies Statewide Action as Alleged Trader Subhash Koli Reportedly Leaves Ulhasnagar

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration’s intensified campaign against the alleged illegal gutkha trade has increased regulatory scrutiny across the state. Reports claiming that alleged trader Subhash Koli, who is reportedly under the Food and Drug Administration’s enforcement radar, has left Ulhasnagar remain unverified and have not been officially confirmed by any competent authority.

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has intensified its statewide enforcement campaign against the alleged illegal trade in banned gutkha, flavoured tobacco, and similar prohibited products, reinforcing regulatory action under Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe.

According to officials, the enhanced enforcement follows Tukaram Mundhe’s policy of adopting a zero-tolerance approach towards prohibited tobacco products after assuming charge as FDA Commissioner. Multiple inspections, seizures, and coordinated operations have reportedly been conducted throughout Maharashtra.

Authorities have stated that the campaign is intended to protect public health by curbing the manufacture, storage, transportation, distribution, and sale of products prohibited under applicable food safety laws and government notifications.

The Cloud 9 Beverages water supply controversy has gained attention after RTI replies obtained by activist Sudhir Sharad Gujar reportedly indicated that MIDC had not granted permission for private tanker water supply to the company's manufacturing unit in Additional Ambernath MIDC. The complainant alleges tanker operations continued despite notices issued by MIDC directing the activity to stop. The allegations have prompted demands for an administrative inquiry into regulatory compliance. No official finding has yet established any violation, and the matter remains subject to verification.

Cloud 9 Beverages Water Supply Row: RTI Raises Questions Over Alleged Unauthorised Water Tankers From GIP Dam in Ambernath MIDC

RTI replies obtained by activist Sudhir Sharad Gujar have triggered demands for an investigation into M/s Cloud 9 Beverages after MIDC reportedly stated it had not granted permission for private tanker water supply to the company’s manufacturing unit in Additional Ambernath.

The Cloud 9 Beverages water supply controversy has drawn attention after information obtained under the Right to Information Act, 2005, reportedly indicated that Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) had not granted permission for the company to receive water through private tankers from external sources, including the GIP Dam.

According to documents obtained by RTI activist Sudhir Sharad Gujar, M/s Cloud 9 Beverages, located at Plot No. K-29 in the Additional Ambernath MIDC industrial area, allegedly received water through private tankers without obtaining the necessary approval from MIDC. The allegations have prompted demands for a detailed administrative inquiry and appropriate legal action.

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