#BREAKING : The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing rape-accused... self-styled godman Ashok Kharat has intensified its investigation, detaining his son Harshvardhan from Nashik for questioning. He was later taken to the Maharashtra Police Academy for further interrogation. #Nashik #AshokKharat #Maharashtra #SexVideo #SITProbe #SexualAssault #AshokKharatVideoshow more

Watch | Nashik-based astrologer and self-proclaimed godman Ashok Kharat... was produced before a court in Nashik. He has been remanded to police custody until March 29. #Nashik | #Maharashtra | #AshokKharat | #PoliceCustody | #NashikCourt | #UNIshow more

#BREAKING: Self‑styled “godman” Ashok Kharat arrested by Nashik police... in a serious sexual exploitation/rape case, with 58 objectionable videos seized during the probe. The arrest has sparked a political row after footage and photos circulated online showing Rupali Chakankar, chairperson of the Maharashtra State Commission for Women, with Kharat at past events, prompting calls for accountability. Investigation ongoing. 📍Maharashtra #Maharashtra #CrimeNews NCW UN Women Indiashow more

𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐚𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐊𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭 |... The Nashik “godman” rape case has taken a political turn, with Maharashtra State Women’s Commission Chairperson Rupali Chakankar facing scrutiny over her alleged past links to the accused, Captain Ashok Kharat. Amid mounting pressure, Chakankar has written to DGP Sadanand Date seeking a thorough probe and justice for the victims.show more

Shocking case from Nashik! Self-styled “godman” Captain Ashok Kharat... arrested for allegedly luring women with promises of solving personal problems and then sexually assaulting them. Reports suggest multiple victims and recovery of objectionable videos, with an SIT now probing the case. Swift justice and the strictest punishment must follow, no one is above the law.show more

‘𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢 𝐄𝐩𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐢𝐧’ 𝐑𝐨𝐰 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐩; 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐚𝐫 𝐄𝐱𝐢𝐭... 𝐑𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐭𝐫𝐚 | The Nashik “sex tape” scandal has claimed its first big political casualty. Women’s Commission Chief Rupali Chakankar has stepped down under intense pressure, as questions over her alleged proximity to the accused godman Ashok Kharat triggered a political storm across Maharashtra.show more

A self-styled godman and astrologer, Captain Ashok Kharat, has... been arrested by police in Nashik for allegedly sexually exploiting women after filming them in compromising situations. Police said they have recovered 58 objectionable videos involving women from the accused. Kharat is reportedly known to have links with several politicians, industrialists and celebrities, many of whom allegedly sought his advice on various matters. Photographs of Kharat with Eknath Shinde, as well as Rupali Chakankar, chairperson of the Maharashtra State Commission for Women, have gone viral on social media. In one video, Chakankar is seen washing Kharat’s feet and showing reverence, while in another she refers to him as her guru. She is also a member of a trust named Shivnika, where Kharat serves as president. Chakankar acknowledged attending meetings of the Shivnika trust for social work, where she came into contact with Kharat. She stated that she was not aware of the allegations against him and said the police should conduct an impartial investigation to establish the truth. According to police, Kharat allegedly intoxicated women, filmed them, and later used the recordings to blackmail and exploit them. Authorities also stated that rape allegations have been made against him, and a formal complaint has been registered. “Several celebrities, industrialists and politicians used to approach him for advice,” a police official said. “Kharat is a retired officer from the Indian Navy and was known as an expert in cosmology and arithmetic. He had also acquired several acres of land in Nashik and other metropolitan cities.”show more

#WATCH | Nagpur: Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrests a... man for allegedly planting bomb at Usha Kiran Hospital in Pune. The accused has been identified as Shivaji Rathod. According to sources, the ATS team is expected to bring the accused to Pune for further investigation and interrogation. The motive behind the act is yet to be established.show more

#WATCH | Nashik, Maharashtra: Police conduct a crime scene... recreation in the Bhavali Dam attack case as part of the ongoing investigation to gather further evidence. The incident took place on 12 July, when a family outing near Bhavali Dam in Igatpuri turned violent. The family was reportedly chased for around 15 km and attacked by a group of men after they objected to the harassment. Police later arrested all the accused allegedly involved in this case. (Source: Police)show more

#WATCH | Nashik, Maharashtra: Nashik IT company case, Assistant... Public Prosecutor, Kiran Bendbhar says, "The Operations Head of the TCS company was produced in court. During the previous hearing, she had been remanded to police custody for three days. Due to progress in the ongoing investigation, she has today been granted a further two-day remand in police custody. This is a grave matter involving allegations of sexual harassment and mental harassment of a female victim, as well as inappropriate conduct allegedly committed by the accused within the workplace... Despite being a member of the POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Committee, the Operations Head failed to take cognisance of the victim's complaint and instead extended support to the accused. In connection with this case, nine offences have already been registered. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted to probe the matter... The court has sent the accused to police custody until the 15th April."show more

Nashik, Maharashtra: Police have detained nine individuals in connection... with the alleged assault, molestation, and robbery of a tourist family at the Bhavali Dam waterfall in Igatpuri. A case has been registered under various provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, including charges related to robbery, outraging the modesty of a woman, damage to property, unlawful assembly, and attempt to murder. Police said further legal action will be taken based on the ongoing investigation and questioning of the accusedshow more

A Hindu girl from Sandeep Foundation has been missing... for 15 days from Nashik, Maharashtra. Married Muslim man Mizan Shaikh, who also has a son, abducted her. A video of the girl confirms she was blackmailed and deceived when she was just 15. POCSO case registered only last night. PI Mahesh Kulkarni of Trimbakeshwar PS allegedly told the family "You find the girl yourselves." CMO Maharashtra NASHIK RURAL POLICE-नाशिक ग्रामीण पोलीस Devendra Fadnavis महाराष्ट्र पोलीस - Maharashtra Police — Please locate the girl and present her before her parents.show more

Following the arrest of retired Navy officer and self-styled... godman Ashok Kharat, new testimonies from victims have emerged, detailing a pattern of s*xual exploitation and psychological manipulation. Kharat, who operated under the "Captain" persona, was taken into custody by the Nashik Police after several explicit videos surfaced on social media, sparking public outrage and leading to formal criminal complaints. According to police statements and survivor testimonies, Kharat allegedly used his military background and claims of spiritual authority to gain the trust of women and their families. One victim, whose statement was recorded over the weekend, described how Kharat would isolate individuals under the guise of "spiritual cleansing" or providing life guidance. The victim revealed that Kharat allegedly recorded private encounters without consent, later using the footage as a tool for blackmail. This tactic reportedly prevented many women from coming forward sooner, as they feared social repercussions and potential threats from the accused. One video of the victim going viral on social media shows her narrating the accused's modus operandi. The victim said that she was asked to latch the door after she entered Ashok Kharat's cabin. The victim further said that the self-styled godman gave her water to drink, which was salty and bitter in taste. She also added that the accused asked her to place a glass of water on her head and stand, which she did. The victim further claimed that the accused switched off all the lights in the cabin and, in her ears, told her that he is an avatar of Lord Krishna and that she is his Radha. The woman also stated that the accused forced himself on her and raped her. The investigation has gained significant momentum after several videos involving Kharat went viral, reaching law enforcement agencies in Maharashtra. The Nashik Police subsequently conducted a raid on his premises, seizing electronic devices, including mobile phones and laptops, which are currently being analysed by forensic experts. Kharat faces multiple charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including s*xual assault and criminal intimidation. Authorities have confirmed that the digital evidence recovered appears to corroborate the survivors' accounts, indicating that the misconduct spanned several years. Ashok Kharat, a retired Commander from the Indian Navy, had built a following in parts of Maharashtra by blending military discipline with spiritual teachings. He often held sessions where he offered advice on personal and professional matters, leveraging his "Captain" title to establish a sense of legitimacy. However, the recent leaks have dismantled this public image. Local activists and community leaders have called for a thorough investigation into whether Kharat had any accomplices who assisted in the recording or distribution of the explicit material. The Nashik Police have established a dedicated unit to handle inquiries related to this case, ensuring the anonymity of any further complainants. Senior officials stated that they believe there may be additional victims who have not yet reported their experiences due to the sensitive nature of the crimes. They have assured that justice will be served to all who have been harmed.show more

#WATCH | Nashik, Maharashtra | A Nashik family was... chased by a group of people for around 15 km after a woman resisted alleged sexual harassment SP Dhondopant Swami says, “Following the initial registration of an FIR, we conducted a thorough analysis, including video review and technical investigation, and have so far identified 9 accused individuals. While the original FIR named 6 or 7 suspects, we have expanded the scope to include those who provided shelter or acted as associates. We have now taken 9 accused persons into custody. Further legal proceedings are currently underway…”show more

#WATCH | Kolkata | On the Nashik TCS case,... Maharashtra CM & BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis says, "The incident which has occurred in Nashik TCS is a very serious matter. I would like to thank TCS for taking cognisance of the matter. The TCS chief has condemned it, and they are cooperating with the police. We are trying to go to the root of the incident. We are probing the matter. If it emerges as corporate jihad, we will find its root."show more

BREAKING NEWS Nashik, Maharashtra: A 17-year-old Class 12 Hindu... girl was allegedly blackmailed for four years by a Muslim youth using explicit videos, with threats of forced marriage and harm to her parents. Distraught, she attempted suicide by consuming poison but survived. Fearing further danger, her parents barred her from appearing in board exams. An FIR was registered only after intervention by BJP Nashik leader Sunil Kedar, who accused local police of aiding the accused's escape and demanded a thorough probe into possible 'love jihad' elements. Police are yet to comment on the arrest status. Authorities urged to act swiftly to ensure justice and victim safety.show more

#WATCH | Nagpur, Maharashtra: Haresh Kalsekar, Police Inspector, Mankapur... Police Station, says, "4 girls have lodged complaints. They work for an NGO called Universal Multipurpose Society. Riyaz Fazil Qazi is its director, and these girls work there. One of the girls who complained alleged that he molested her. The other girls say he used to give them information about Muslim customs... After we registered the complaint, informed a senior officer, and under his guidance, initiated an investigation. The accused was arrested the same day and produced before the court yesterday. He has been granted police custody until the 23rd, and the investigation is ongoing from all angles... At present, there is only one accused..."show more

#WATCH | Pune, Maharashtra | Ketan Agarwal Murder Case... | Crime scene recreation is being done at Lohagad Fort for investigation. Pune Rural Police SP Sandeep Singh Gill says, The accused have been taken to the Lohagad Fort—specifically to the spot where the incident occurred—to recreate the scene. The entire sequence of events is being reconstructed: the route taken, where the accused positioned themselves, the specific actions performed, and how the incident unfolded. The accused has provided details regarding this."show more

BREAKING: Pastor Agyemang Elvis Auditorium Set on F!re. -On... Monday 9th February, a lady was apprehended attempting to set the Alpha Hour Auditorium on f!re. The security team swift intervention prevented the incident from escalating, and she was then handed to the police for further investigation.show more