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Sandeep Shrivastwa heads the Metro desk at Moneycontrol (Network 18), overseeing coverage of urban affairs, infrastructure, civic issues, politics and bureaucracy, government policies, and law and order. With over 15 years of experience in journalism, he has worked extensively on newspaper to digital news flow, ensuring impactful storytelling. Over the years, he has coordinated closely with bureaus across the country to curate distinctive and exclusive reports from India’s bustling cities as well as its remotest corners. He has been associated with the Moneycontrol since June 2024.

‘They called me Ching Chong’: Meghalaya woman harassed twice in Delhi; Kiren Rijiju responds - ‘Dear sister ...’

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‘They called me Ching Chong’: Meghalaya woman harassed twice in Delhi; Kiren Rijiju responds - ‘Dear sister ...’

The woman, identified as Rittu Marak, said she was mocked for her appearance and called “Ching Chong” at two separate locations in Delhi, first in Kamla Nagar and later inside a Metro train.

39 cottages, gold, fish pond and 17 tonnes of honey: The bizarre empire of retired Madhya Pradesh PWD engineer

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39 cottages, gold, fish pond and 17 tonnes of honey: The bizarre empire of retired Madhya Pradesh PWD engineer

PWD Chief Engineer GP Mehra corruption case: By the end of the day, the preliminary inventory read like a treasury report: a total of Rs 36.04 lakh in cash, 2.649 kg of gold, 5.523 kg of silver, numerous fixed deposits, insurance policies, share documents, multiple properties and four luxury cars.

Mumbai One app launch hits glitch on 1st day: Metro 3 stations missing, passengers queue up at ticket counters

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Mumbai One app launch hits glitch on 1st day: Metro 3 stations missing, passengers queue up at ticket counters

The newly inaugurated Metro 3 stations, which connect Cuffe Parade to Science Centre, did not appear on the app, forcing passengers to buy tickets manually.

Gutkha defaces Bihar’s brand-new Rajgir Cricket Stadium - ‘That’s the signature mark!’

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Gutkha defaces Bihar’s brand-new Rajgir Cricket Stadium - ‘That’s the signature mark!’

Despite its impressive design and 40,000-seat capacity, sections of the stadium’s bare brick walls are already marked with gutkha stains.

Brake fluid in cough syrup: Tamil Nadu vs Madhya Pradesh over Coldrif deaths - But who is to blame?

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Brake fluid in cough syrup: Tamil Nadu vs Madhya Pradesh over Coldrif deaths - But who is to blame?

Both sides have accused each other of negligence and regulatory failure in the production and testing of the toxic medicine.

Haryana IPS suicide row explodes: FIR against 8 top officers named in note; DGP, SP may be sent on leave

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Haryana IPS suicide row explodes: FIR against 8 top officers named in note; DGP, SP may be sent on leave

The eight-page note, recovered from Kumar’s home, allegedly names eight senior IPS officers, including Haryana DGP Shatrujeet Singh Kapur and Rohtak SP Narendra Bijarnia, alleging prolonged harassment and humiliation.

How Tamil Nadu pharma plant linked to 21 child deaths in MP operated unchecked for 14 years

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How Tamil Nadu pharma plant linked to 21 child deaths in MP operated unchecked for 14 years

An inspection on October 2, conducted at the request of Madhya Pradesh's drug controller, laid bare the horrifying conditions. Officials documented 364 violations at the Kancheepuram plant. 



Premanand Ji Maharaj health update: Vrindavan ashram quells rumours after viral video sparks concern

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Premanand Ji Maharaj health update: Vrindavan ashram quells rumours after viral video sparks concern

According to media reports, the ashram confirmed that Maharaj’s health is "fine" and that he is continuing with his daily routine.

MP cough syrup row: Deadly batches ‘not properly tested’, CM Mohan Yadav admits lapses as death toll reaches 21

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MP cough syrup row: Deadly batches ‘not properly tested’, CM Mohan Yadav admits lapses as death toll reaches 21

Coldrif cough syrup: India’s top drug regulator has also acknowledged serious shortcomings in pharmaceutical manufacturing practices amid rising outrage over the child deaths.

Bengaluru weather alert: IMD warns of 3 days of intense rains and major disruptions

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Bengaluru weather alert: IMD warns of 3 days of intense rains and major disruptions

Throughout the morning, the Bengaluru Traffic Police issued multiple warnings to commuters as fallen trees and waterlogged roads blocked several key routes.

‘Caste bias killed my husband’: Haryana IPS officer's IAS wife seeks FIR against DGP, Rohtak SP for husband’s suicide

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‘Caste bias killed my husband’: Haryana IPS officer's IAS wife seeks FIR against DGP, Rohtak SP for husband’s suicide

IAS officer Amneet P Kumar alleged that her husband faced years of humiliation, harassment, and discrimination at the hands of his seniors, particularly DGP Kapur.

Jabalpur man who gifted daughter a pink Rolls-Royce had left for Dubai with only Rs 80k - ‘Tell yourself you have to make money’

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Jabalpur man who gifted daughter a pink Rolls-Royce had left for Dubai with only Rs 80k - ‘Tell yourself you have to make money’

Satish Sanpal is one of Dubai’s most prominent Indian entrepreneurs. He resides in the Burj Khalifa, owns five custom-made Rolls-Royce cars, and is known for his luxury real estate ventures.

Durga Puja means big money: Bengal’s festive economy hits Rs 65,000 cr despite rain and GST worries

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Durga Puja means big money: Bengal’s festive economy hits Rs 65,000 cr despite rain and GST worries

Rs 65,000 cr Durga Puja economy: Kolkata’s eight major malls together recorded around Rs 900 crore in sales, marking 8-10% growth over last year.

65-km traffic jam in Bihar: Delhi-Kolkata NH-19 nightmare enters 4th day - '5 km in 24 hours'

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65-km traffic jam in Bihar: Delhi-Kolkata NH-19 nightmare enters 4th day - '5 km in 24 hours'

Bihar highway jam: The crisis was triggered by torrential rains that lashed the Rohtas district last Friday. The downpour flooded the service lanes and temporary diversions created for a highway expansion project, rendering them impassable.

Karnataka family picnic turns tragic, dam's sudden surge sweeps 7 away in Tumakuru

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Karnataka family picnic turns tragic, dam's sudden surge sweeps 7 away in Tumakuru

As per Tumakuru Superintendent of Police Ashok KV, around 15 people had gone to the dam for a picnic. Seven of them, including women and children, entered the water when the dam’s siphon system suddenly released water, creating a powerful surge that swept them away.

Explained: How Navi Mumbai and Jewar airports will decongest Delhi and Mumbai hubs

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Explained: How Navi Mumbai and Jewar airports will decongest Delhi and Mumbai hubs

Navi Mumbai airport inauguration: The long-delayed Navi Mumbai airport and the upcoming Noida-Jewar airport for Delhi are poised to fundamentally redraw India’s air route map.

Gurugram after 20 mins of rain: IFFCO Chowk, Cyber City prove 'traffic and rain are best friends'

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Gurugram after 20 mins of rain: IFFCO Chowk, Cyber City prove 'traffic and rain are best friends'

As roads transformed into virtual canals, social media platforms became a vent for public anger. Commuters and residents flooded sites like X with videos and photos depicting submerged streets, stranded vehicles and crawl-paced traffic.

Haryana IPS officer's death: 9-page suicide note and liquor contractor link - What pushed IG Y Puran Kumar to take extreme step?

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Haryana IPS officer's death: 9-page suicide note and liquor contractor link - What pushed IG Y Puran Kumar to take extreme step?

According to Haryana Police officials, the alleged cause of IG Y Puran Kumar's suicide could be connected to a corruption case filed in Rohtak.

Navi Mumbai Airport opens today: PM Modi to inaugurate India’s next big aviation hub - All you need to know

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Navi Mumbai Airport opens today: PM Modi to inaugurate India’s next big aviation hub - All you need to know

Navi Mumbai airport opening: Spread across 1,160 hectares, the airport is developed to handle 90 million passengers annually and 3.25 million metric tonnes of cargo once fully operational.

‘This hill was never ...’: What caused Himachal landslide that buried a moving bus, killing 18 in Bilaspur

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‘This hill was never ...’: What caused Himachal landslide that buried a moving bus, killing 18 in Bilaspur

Bilaspur landslide: The bus, operated by Santoshi Bus Service, was carrying between 30 to 35 passengers at the time. The sudden slide buried the vehicle under tons of mud and rocks.

Gurugram gridlocked, Delhi flights in chaos - rain mayhem grips NCR | Watch viral videos

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Gurugram gridlocked, Delhi flights in chaos - rain mayhem grips NCR | Watch viral videos

Major arteries in Delhi and Gurugram were transformed into parking lots, with vehicles moving at a snail's pace for hours.

Meet the self-taught Mumbai teen whose AI startup Supermemory raised $2.6 million from Silicon Valley bigwigs

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Meet the self-taught Mumbai teen whose AI startup Supermemory raised $2.6 million from Silicon Valley bigwigs

Who is Dhravya Shah? Hailing from what he described as a “middle-class” family in Mumbai, he revealed in a past YouTube video that his parents were initially hesitant to buy him a laptop during the pandemic. Once he had it, he taught himself to code.



Kerala HC alarmed over ‘balance of gold for a wedding’ claim in Sabarimala temple scandal

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Kerala HC alarmed over ‘balance of gold for a wedding’ claim in Sabarimala temple scandal

The court is overseeing the matter through suo motu proceedings, meaning it acted on its own initiative.The court described this weight reduction as a “matter of extreme gravity.”



Delhi Police rolls out ‘ruthless’ plan to take down underworld syndicates

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Delhi Police rolls out ‘ruthless’ plan to take down underworld syndicates

The offensive is structured to attack gangster networks from every angle. The gangs have been categorised into three tiers for targeted action.

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