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visited the Sachkhand Gurudwara in the afternoon. He was accorded a warm traditional welcome by the Gurudwara management under the leadership of Chairman Dr. Vijay Satpal Singh. Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, along with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, visited the historic Takht Sachkhand Sri Hazur Sahib Gurudwara in Nanded on Sunday and offered special prayers at one of the holiest shrines for Sikhs. The two leaders paid obeisance at the Samadhi of the 10th Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, and participated in special religious prayers held at the revered shrine, which is one of the five highest Takhts of the Sikh faith. Pawan Kalyan, who was in Nanded to participate in the 350th Shaheedi Samagam of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, visited the Sachkhand Gurudwara in the afternoon. He was accorded a warm traditional welcome by the Gurudwara management under the leadership of Chairman Dr. Vijay Satpal Singh. As part of Sikh tradition, religious elders honoured the Deputy Chief Minister by adorning him with a traditional Sikh turban before he entered the Gurudwara premises along with Chief Minister Fadnavis. Inside the main sanctum, both leaders offered prayers to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and presented a sacred chadar as a mark of reverence. Following the prayers, Gurudwara granthis blessed the leaders by presenting them with holy clothes. The two Chief Ministers then circumambulated the Samadhi shrine and later offered prayers at the Nishan Sahib, the sacred Sikh flag revered as a symbol of faith and sacrifice. After the darshan, Pawan Kalyan, accompanied by Devendra Fadnavis, inaugurated an electronic donation machine installed at the Gurudwara premises to facilitate digital offerings by devotees. As this marked his first visit to the Sachkhand Gurudwara, Sikh religious leaders felicitated Pawan Kalyan in a ceremonial manner. The Gurudwara committee presented him with a commemorative memento and the Kirpan, the sacred Sikh ceremonial sword, as a symbol of honour and spiritual responsibility. Speaking to local media after the visit, Pawan Kalyan said the life and sacrifice of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji continue to inspire the entire nation. “His martyrdom stands as a beacon of courage, faith, and selfless sacrifice. Participating in the Shaheedi Samagam of such a great Guru is a moment of profound honour,” he said.

Prominent leaders including Amit Shah and Pawan Kalyan are set to attend the Hind Di Chadar event in Nanded, commemorating Guru Tegh Bahadur’s 350th martyrdom anniversary. The event draws nearly 10 lakh devotees and features the ceremonial placement of Shri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and Nagar Kirtan Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan are expected to attend the significant Hind Di Chadar event in Nanded, as confirmed by district officials. The event, marking the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur, features participation from notable figures. Shah is set to arrive at 2 pm and attend the Shaheedi Samagam, while Kalyan plans to visit Takhat Sachkhand Gurudwara Shri Hazur Sahib before heading to Hyderabad. With an anticipated attendance of around 10 lakh devotees, the event began with the placement of the Shri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and Nagar Kirtan procession from the revered Takhat Sachkhand Shri Hazur Abchal Nagar Sahib.

As part of the 77th Republic Day celebrations, @Nandeddivision organized cultural activities along with prize distribution for the winners of sports, Drawing and Essay Competitions, encouraging creativity and patriotic spirit among participants.

In some cases, the FDA said, the medical stores have secured stay orders at the government level, and proceedings against them are currently pending before higher authorities The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cancelled the licences of 13 medical stores and suspended those of 32 in Nanded district over alleged sale of intoxicant tablets, officials have said. As part of a drive, the FDA had issued show-cause notices to 48 medical stores for selling intoxicant tablets without a doctor’s prescription and for violating the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, Assistant Commissioner (Drugs) AT Rathod said in a release on Wednesday. After the explanations submitted were found unsatisfactory, the licences of 32 medical stores were suspended, while the licences of 13 stores were permanently cancelled. Action has been proposed against the remaining three medical stores, it said. In some cases, the FDA said, the medical stores have secured stay orders at the government level, and proceedings against them are currently pending before higher authorities.

CM Fadnavis also share a post on X and wrote, “The sacrifice of Guru Tegh Bahadur was not limited to the Sikh community, but was a defence of India’s culture, values, and freedom of religion” The ‘Hind-di-Chadar’ event in Maharashtra‘s Nanded commemorating the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur saw millions of devotees gather to pay tribute to the Sikh Guru’s supreme sacrifice. The event was held at Modi Maidan and was attended by several dignitaries, including Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. CM Fadnavis said that Guru Tegh Bahadur’s sacrifice was not only for the Sikh faith but for the protection of human values, culture, and religious freedom. He added that the state government is working to spread the history of the Guru’s sacrifice to every household. The event is part of a larger effort to teach students and communities about Sikh history. Fadnavis also highlighted the unity shown by nine communities who follow the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev.

Anchal’s brothers Himesh and Sahil, their father Gajanan Mamidwar, and three others have been arrested for Saksham’s murder Days after Saksham Tate (20) was beaten to death in Maharashtra’s Nanded over an inter-caste relationship, his lover, Anchal Mamidwar (21), has alleged that two cops were among the several people who provoked her brothers to attack Saksham. Heartbreaking visuals of Anchal “marrying” Saksham’s corpse have circulated on social media. The young woman, visibly in shock, told NDTV that her family members had assured her and Saksham that they would accept their decision to marry each other. “We were together for three years. We saw a lot of dreams. My brothers had assured me that they would organise our wedding. But they betrayed us at the last moment,” she said. Anchal clarified that she connected with Saksham on Instagram and not through her brothers. She said her family members hung out with Saksham. “They would be nice to him and eat together. They convinced him that all is well. We had no idea something like this would happen,” she said. ‘ He Is A Jai Bhimwala’ Anchal, who is from the Special Backward Class, said her family members had told her that Saksham is a ‘Jai Bhimwala’—a reference to Dalits who greet each other by saying Jai Bhim. “One day, my father told Saksham that if he wanted to marry me, he would have to come into our religion, Hindu Dharma. Saksham was ready to do everything to marry me. But I don’t know what happened,” she said. A Cop’s Dare Anchal accused two policemen—Dheeraj Komalwar and Maheet Asarwar—of provoking her brothers. Anchal’s family members reportedly have a criminal record. “Around 11 am on the day Saksham was murdered, my younger brother took me to the police station and asked me to file a false complaint against Saksham. I refused. The cops told my brother, ‘you keep coming here after killing people. Why don’t you kill the man your sister is involved with?’ My brother replied, “Okay, I will kill him by evening and come to you.” Anchal asked how people can trust cops if they act like this. Saksham, it is learnt, also had a criminal record.  The Attack On Thursday evening, Saksham was with his friends when Anchal’s brother, Himesh Mamidwar, started an altercation that turned into a fight. Himesh allegedly shot Saksham, and the bullet hit his ribs. He then smashed a tile on the 20-year-old’s head, killing him on the spot. Himesh, his brother Sahil, their father Gajanan Mamidwar, and three others have been arrested. They have been charged with murder, unlawful assembly, and rioting under BNS and sections of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act and Arms Act.  Funeral Turns ‘Wedding’ The next evening, when preparations for Saksham’s last rites were on, Anchal reached his home and “married” the corpse. “I was in love with Saksham for the past three years, but my father opposed our relationship over caste differences. My family often threatened to kill Saksham, and now my father and brothers, Himesh and Sahil, have done it. I want justice. I want the accused to be hanged,” she told the media. She said she would be living with Saksham’s family. ‘Murdered Over Caste’ Anchal told NDTV that her family has said that the home doors are shut for her forever. “This murder happened due to caste. My father and brothers used to say, ‘We are gangsters, and Saksham knows this. How can he dare to speak to our daughter’? Anchal said Saksham’s family had accepted her and that she would stay with them forever. She also said she was sure of getting justice. “So many people are with me. People should not be killed over caste.”

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: The Nanded police have arrested as many as seven people following the violent clash and firing incident that occurred near the Langar Sahib Gurdwara at Naginaghat on Saturday evening.The police, to secure these arrests, launched an inter-district and inter-state operation using several specialized teams. Following the violence, cross-FIRs were registered that named suspects from both the sides — visiting pilgrims and local group.Superintendent of police Abinash Kumar, while talking to TOI, confirmed receiving reports of the public clash and gunfire on Saturday. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the SP personally led a team to the scene to conduct a thorough inspection and restore order.In the first FIR, hotel operator Kamalpreet Singh Sindhu (33), a resident of Abchalnagar, alleged that on Saturday evening, he was inside his hotel when the pilgrims argued with Manjyot Singh Sheti and Paramjit Singh Chawla.When Sindhu tried to intervene, a pilgrim aged around 30–35 allegedly pulled out a gun and aimed at him with an intention to kill.He fired and the bullet hit Sindhu in the thigh. The complaint further stated that another pilgrim assaulted Chawla on the head with a stick. Based on this, Wazirabad police registered a case under sections 109(1), 118(1) and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with Sections 3/25 and 7/25 of the Arms Act.A counter FIR was registered on the complaint of Lovepreet Singh Chahal (21), a resident of Maku village in Firozpur district of Punjab. He alleged that around 5.30 pm on Saturday, Sindhu, Paramjit, Kunal Numberdar, Balpreet Chawla, Manjyot and Gopi attacked him and others with swords and sticks near the gurdwara, allegedly due to an altercation on Jan 2.A case was registered under various sections of the BNS, along with Section 4/25 of the Arms Act.Kumar said as many as five special teams were formed.“A team was sent to Punjab, while others were deployed at Akola, Ardhapur, Bidar and neighbouring states.” Based on intelligence inputs, two accused were arrested from Nanded, while 5 others were arrested in coordination with Akola, Buldhana and Nanded police.

Regional airline Star Air is launching direct flights connecting Ahmedabad to Diu and Kolhapur to Nanded, with a stopover in Ahmedabad, starting January 15. This expansion enhances connectivity within Maharashtra and leverages Ahmedabad as a key hub, offering better travel options for business, leisure, and student travelers across Western India. the launch of new flight services commencing January 15. The airline will introduce direct flights connecting Ahmedabad to the popular tourist destination of Diu. Additionally, a new route will link Kolhapur and Nanded in Maharashtra, with a crucial stopover in Ahmedabad, further strengthening the airline’s network. These new services highlight Star Air’s commitment to developing regional air travel. The expansion is expected to benefit a wide range of passengers, including business travelers seeking efficient transit, students commuting between cities, families visiting relatives, and pilgrims traveling to religious sites. The strategic addition of these routes aims to foster economic activity and tourism in the regions served. New Routes and Connectivity The introduction of direct flights from Ahmedabad to Diu, and the Kolhapur-Ahmedabad-Nanded route, marks a significant step in enhancing inter-city travel. Ahmedabad is positioned as a vital network hub, offering seamless connectivity. Passengers flying from Kolhapur or Nanded can now easily reach Ahmedabad, and from there, connect to Diu or other destinations. This also provides convenient one-stop access to Goa (Mopa) via Diu. The expanded network is particularly beneficial for Maharashtra, improving travel options between its key cities. By utilizing Ahmedabad as a central point, Star Air aims to streamline travel across Gujarat and Maharashtra, promoting greater mobility and accessibility. Strategic Focus and Commercial Outlook Shilpa Bhatia, Chief Commercial and Marketing Officer at Star Air, emphasized the airline’s strategic vision. “These new services underscore our strategic focus on Gujarat as a critical market and reflect our confidence in the increasing demand for reliable regional air connectivity,” Bhatia stated. She added that by expanding routes and increasing flight frequencies, Star Air aims to support tourism and business travel while fueling regional economic growth and development. Impact The launch of these new routes by Star Air is expected to stimulate regional economic growth by improving business travel efficiency and promoting tourism. Enhanced air connectivity can lead to increased visitor numbers, better access to markets for local businesses, and greater convenience for residents. This development could positively influence the local economies of Diu, Ahmedabad, Kolhapur, and Nanded, and potentially inspire further investment in regional aviation infrastructure. Impact Rating: 6 Difficult Terms Explained Regional carrier: An airline that operates flights within a specific geographical region, typically focusing on smaller cities or routes not served by major airlines. Inter-city connectivity: The ease and availability of travel and communication links between different cities. Network hub: A major airport or city that serves as a central point for an airline’s operations, facilitating connections between various destinations.

Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib’s 350th martyrdom anniversary will be celebrated on January 24 and 25. In this regard, Indian Railways is going to run two additional reserved special trains from Chandigarh and Hazrat Nizamuddin for devotees travelling to Nanded. Nanded Special Trains: This year, the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib will be celebrated in Nanded, Maharashtra. Devotees from across the country will arrive here on January 24 and 25, 2026. Keeping in mind the convenience of these devotees, Indian Railways has decided to run two additional reserved special trains from Chandigarh and Hazrat Nizamuddin. Both special trains will be particularly beneficial for passengers from Madhya Pradesh. According to railway officials, the stoppages of these special trains will provide better connectivity for passengers from major stations in Madhya Pradesh to reach Nanded. The railways have appealed to passengers to check the train timetable and reservation status before their journey to ensure a smooth travel experience. Special Trains to Pass Through These Stations in MP Both special trains will pass through Bina Junction, Bhopal Junction, and Itarsi Junction in MP. This will provide direct rail connectivity for passengers from Sagar, Vidisha, Raisen, Sehore, Narmadapuram, Harda, Betul, and surrounding districts to travel to and from Nanded. The difficulties faced by passengers due to limited options on normal days will be significantly reduced with these special trains. Chandigarh-Nanded-Chandigarh Special Train Number: 04524/04523 Chandigarh-Nanded-Chandigarh Reserved Special Train is being run.

Paying obeisance at the Takht Sachkhand Sri Hazur Sahib in Nanded, Maharashtra, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday sought Holy City status for Nanded Sahib.Mann said the state government would formally discuss the idea with the Maharashtra government, underscoring that the sacred town holds immense spiritual significance for Sikhs and humanity at large. Noting that Amritsar Sahib, Anandpur Sahib and Talwandi Sabo have been declared holy cities, he asserted that his government remains fully committed to the Guru Sahiban. The CM also paid obeisance at the holy shrine of Kalgi Dhar Patshah, met the shrine management and witnessed a strong turnout of devotees and local residents. Addressing the gathering, he said, “Nanded Sahib is a sacred place not only for Sikhs but for entire humanity, as Guru Gobind Singh spent a considerable part of his life on this holy land.” Mann asserted that the holy city status would be a befitting tribute to Guru Gobind Singh, adding, “The 350th Shaheedi Diwas (Martyrdom Day) of Guru Teg Bahadur, who laid down his life for religious freedom and human rights, has been commemorated by the state government with deep devotion and reverence.”