Union minister Hardeep Puri criticised Congress for creating controversies around the last rites of ex-PM Manmohan Singh, accusing them of disrespecting his memory and ethos. BJP members, including Manjinder Singh Sirsa, participated in the ceremonies, while Congress members were absent. Full state and military honours were accorded to Singh.
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Habitat Studio in Mumbai has announced its temporary closure after Shiv Sena workers vandalized the venue over a jibe by comedian Kunal Kamra at Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. An FIR has been registered against those responsible for the vandalism. Kamra had made the remarks during a stand-up performance.
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A Bangkok-bound private jet with Rushiraj, son of former state health minister Tanaji Sawant, returned to Pune after police were informed of his alleged abduction. The flight was near Andaman and Nicobar Islands when it was called back. Authorities are investigating the circumstances and who bore the expenses of the aircraft.
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A rope mishap during paragliding at Keri plateau in Goa resulted in the deaths of a 27-year-old woman tourist from Maharashtra, Shivani Dabale, and a 26-year-old operator from Nepal, Suman Nepali. They succumbed to injuries after hitting rocks due to a snapped rope. The owner of the paragliding company is charged with culpable homicide.