Mumbai, October 18, 2026 | Special Report – Real News of India
A free medical and health camp was organised on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Sanjeevani Polyclinic Centre in Golibar, Santacruz East, Mumbai. Organised by the All India Jamiatul Quresh (Regd.), Mumbai Unit, the initiative provided free medical check-ups and various diagnostic services to local residents. More than 100 people underwent health check-ups during the camp.
The programme was held at Sanjeevani Polyclinic Centre, 41 Mahatma Nagar, 7th Golibar Road, Santacruz East, Mumbai – 400055. The initiative aimed to improve access to basic health screening, particularly for people who may face financial difficulties in obtaining regular medical tests.
Local MLA Varun Sardesai, local social workers and other dignitaries attended the programme and extended their support. Members of the All India Jamiatul Quresh were also present.
Haji Imran Babu Qureshi and Community Leaders Attend
Haji Imran Babu Qureshi, National Vice President, Core Committee Member and Chief Patron of the All India Jamiatul Quresh, Mumbai Unit, was among the prominent representatives present at the event.
The organisers also honoured guests and dignitaries who attended and supported the health initiative.
According to the event banner, the organisation’s office-bearers include Janab Sirajuddin Qureshi, National President of All India Jamiatul Quresh; Adv. Khalid Babu Qureshi, former member of the Maharashtra Waqf Board; Janab Zafar Rehmatullah Qureshi, President of the Mumbai Unit; Haji Qureshi Ataur Rahman, Vice President and Head of the Medical Committee; and Mr Rizwan Gulzar Qureshi, Golibar Medical Health Head.
## Zakir Qureshi Jamat, Delhi, Also Mentioned
Information provided for this report also refers to *Zakir Qureshi Jamat, Delhi*, along with Siraj Qureshi, identified in the supplied information as the National President of All India Jamiatul Quresh.
The participation and contribution of the Delhi-based organisation, including the names of its representatives and their specific roles in the camp, may be added once the details are officially confirmed.
Free Tests for Diabetes, Thyroid, Kidney and Heart Health
According to the camp banner, several important diagnostic services were included in the programme. These covered:
– *Diabetes screening:* HbA1c testing to assess average blood sugar levels over approximately three months.
– *Thyroid function:* TSH, T3 and T4 tests, where required.
– *Kidney health:* Creatinine testing.
– *Lipid profile:* Cholesterol and triglyceride assessment.
– *Heart care:* ECG, if required.
– *Blood analysis:* Complete Blood Count (CBC) and related investigations.
These tests provided residents with an opportunity to monitor their health and become more aware of the importance of early detection and regular medical screening.
A Community Initiative for Public Health
The free medical camp highlighted the role of community organisations in supporting public health and assisting people in need. By making various health investigations available free of charge, the initiative sought to reduce financial barriers to basic medical screening and encourage greater health awareness among local residents.
With more than 100 people undergoing check-ups, the programme served as a community-focused effort to bring medical screening services closer to residents of Golibar and the surrounding areas.
The initiative also brought together community representatives, social workers and local dignitaries around a shared public-service objective.
Key Office-Bearers Mentioned on the Event Banner
– *Janab Sirajuddin Qureshi* – National President, All India Jamiatul Quresh.
– *Adv. Khalid Babu Qureshi* – Former Member, Maharashtra Waqf Board.
– *Haji Imran Babu Qureshi* – National Vice President, Core Committee Member and Chief Patron, Mumbai Unit.
– *Janab Zafar Rehmatullah Qureshi* – President, Mumbai Unit.
– *Haji Qureshi Ataur Rahman* – Vice President and Head of the Medical Committee, Mumbai Unit.
– *Mr Rizwan Gulzar Qureshi* – Golibar Medical Health Head.
– *Zakir Qureshi Jamat, Delhi* – Mentioned in the information provided for this report; official designation and participation details require confirmation.
The camp was organised as a public-service initiative to promote health awareness, community cooperation and access to medical screening.
*Report by: S. M. Fanoos and Salim Sayyed*
*Chief Reporter | Real News of India*
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Editorial note: Before publishing, confirm the official English spelling of “Zakir Qureshi Jamat,” its Delhi office-bearers and their role in the event. The event banner identifies Sirajuddin Qureshi as National President; the additional organisational details have not been independently verified.
Citizens come together with the Tricolour to mark the ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’
Mumbai, September 18, 2026:
A striking display of national unity and public participation was witnessed in Andheri, Mumbai, where citizens and participants came together to create a giant human formation depicting the vision of “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India).
The programme was organised as part of the ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’, a government initiative aimed at connecting citizens with public welfare schemes and services and encouraging public participation.
According to the official communication issued by the Office of the Tahsildar and Executive Magistrate, Andheri, a taluka-level human-rangoli programme was organised on September 17, 2026, at 12 noon at the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Juhu-Versova Link Road, H.D.F.C. Bank Marg, Four Bungalows, Andheri West, Mumbai.
Tricolour at the Centre, ‘Viksit Bharat’ at the Heart
The most eye-catching feature of the event was the large human formation created on the ground. Participants stood together in carefully arranged lines, forming the message of “Viksit Bharat”, while the Indian Tricolour was prominently displayed at the centre.
The aerial photograph of the formation captured the scale of participation and presented a powerful visual of people coming together around the idea of nation-building.
Participants from different groups joined the activity, turning the programme into a collective expression of unity, civic participation and national development.
A Message Beyond a Photograph
The human formation was more than a visual presentation. It conveyed the idea that the journey towards a developed India involves participation from citizens across different sections of society.
The official letter also called for the organisation of human rangoli based on public welfare schemes, national symbols and the concept of Viksit Bharat as part of the campaign.
‘Reels of India’ Adds a Digital Dimension
The programme was also covered through Reels of India, with a special song/reel created around the theme of Viksit Bharat.
Through photographs, video and music, the initiative brings the message of the programme to audiences beyond the physical venue. Such digital storytelling can provide an additional platform for documenting public participation and community activities.
Andheri Witnesses a Visual Symbol of Collective Participation
The sight of hundreds of participants standing together in formation, with the Tricolour at the centre, created a memorable scene at the Andheri venue.
From the official campaign communication to the giant human formation and its digital presentation through Reels of India, the event brought together government initiative, citizen participation and creative communication on one platform.
The aerial image of the formation now stands as a distinctive visual record of the ‘Viksit Bharat’ message presented in Andheri.
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Housing, Employment, Education, Reservation, Social Security and Effective Implementation of Transgender Policy 2024 Among Key Demands
Mumbai, August 25, 2026: In a significant initiative aimed at strengthening the rights and welfare of the transgender community in Maharashtra, Real Voice Foundation has raised several critical issues concerning housing, employment, education, reservation, healthcare, social security and economic empowerment.
A detailed memorandum highlighting these concerns was submitted/dispatched today at the Ministry to the office of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
The representation was led by S. M. Fanus, President, Real Voice Foundation, and Mehndi Ali, Secretary, Real Voice Foundation, who have called for urgent and concrete government intervention to ensure that transgender citizens receive equal rights, equal opportunities and the right to live with dignity.
Policy Implementation Must Reach the Ground
The Foundation welcomed the Maharashtra Government’s Transgender Policy 2024, but emphasised that merely announcing a policy is not sufficient.
According to the representation, every provision of the policy should have a clearly identified responsible department, implementation timeline, financial allocation and accountability mechanism. Regular progress reports should also be made available to ensure transparency.
Housing and Employment Remain Major Challenges
Real Voice Foundation has demanded a dedicated and affordable housing scheme for transgender persons and their effective inclusion in various government housing programmes.
The Foundation has also called for a concrete decision regarding reservation or a special quota for transgender persons in education and government employment, along with special employment drives, skill-development programmes, self-employment opportunities, entrepreneurship support, loans and financial assistance.
Strengthening the Transgender Welfare Board
The memorandum also calls for strengthening the Transgender Welfare Board by providing adequate funds, administrative manpower, office facilities, clear rules and an effective operational mechanism.
The Foundation has further demanded appropriate honorarium, financial assistance and administrative facilities for members of the Board so that they can effectively discharge their responsibilities.
District-Level Support and Grievance Redressal
Real Voice Foundation has demanded the appointment of dedicated district-level nodal officers or coordination mechanisms to address the problems of transgender citizens.
A dedicated grievance-redressal mechanism and helpline has also been sought for complaints relating to discrimination, harassment, violence, denial of housing, employment discrimination and difficulties in accessing government services.
Focus on Healthcare, Social Security and Skill Development
The representation calls for respectful and non-discriminatory healthcare facilities for transgender persons in government hospitals, along with necessary medical and mental-health support.
The Foundation has also sought effective access to pensions, financial assistance, insurance, food security and other social-security programmes for economically vulnerable transgender persons.
Special skill-development centres have also been proposed in areas such as computers, digital services, electrical work, CCTV, technology, beauty and wellness, business management and other employment-oriented sectors.
“The Community Needs Rights, Not Sympathy”
Real Voice Foundation has firmly stated that transgender persons should not be viewed merely through the lens of charity or sympathy.
They are equal citizens and must receive constitutional equality, social justice, equal opportunities, safety and dignity.
S. M. Fanus, President, Real Voice Foundation, and Mehndi Ali, Secretary, Real Voice Foundation, have appealed to the Maharashtra Government to take the memorandum seriously and arrange a dedicated meeting with representatives of the transgender community and social organisations to discuss their concerns and take concrete decisions.
Real Voice Foundation’s Commitment
The Foundation has reiterated that bringing the transgender community into the mainstream requires more than announcements. It requires transparent, adequately funded, accountable and time-bound implementation of policies and welfare measures.
The organisation has called for coordinated action by the concerned departments so that the benefits of government policies reach transgender citizens at the grassroots level.
“The transgender community does not seek charity — it seeks equal rights, equal opportunities and the right to live with dignity.”
S. M. Fanus
President, Real Voice Foundation
Mehndi Ali
Secretary, Real Voice Foundation
Mumbai | Maharashtra
In the Picture (L to R): Ms. Sangeeta Jain, Senior Director, All India Association of Industries; Ms. Priya Pansare, Director, Trade and Investment Promotion, WTC Mumbai; Shri Jaykumar Rawal, Minister of Marketing and Protocol, Maharashtra State; Smt. Nidhi Choudhary (IAS), Director – National Gallery of Modern Art, Ministry of Culture, Government of India; Dr. Megha Phansalkar, Founder of Tisser Artisan Trust; Smt. Shwetali Thakare, Chairperson, Maharashtra Water Resources Regulatory Authority, Government of Maharashtra at the event.
Mumbai, 25 March 2026: In a significant initiative to strengthen women-led enterprises and integrate them into global trade ecosystems, World Trade Center Mumbai, in association with the All India Association of Industries (AIAI) and the Government e-Marketplace (GeM), hosted a high-impact event titled “Empowering Women, Empowering Business – From Grassroots to Export Markets.” The event brought together senior government officials, industry leaders, women entrepreneurs and MSME’s on a common platform to address the critical gap in the country’s growth story enabling women-led businesses to scale beyond local markets and participate meaningfully in global trade.
In his address, Shri Jaykumar Rawal, Minister of Marketing and Protocol, Maharashtra State, said “from MSMEs to large-scale industries, Maharashtra has made a significant contribution to the nation’s economy. Women are increasingly becoming a driving force across manufacturing, services, and agriculture, thereby promoting inclusive development.”
“Under the leadership of Hon’ Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis ji, the Government of Maharashtra is fully committed to strengthening women entrepreneurship. We are focused on improving market linkages, expanding digital access, enhancing financial inclusion, and building skills that enable women to scale their enterprises.” said Shri Rawal.
Shri Rawal added “Initiatives such as Umed Malls under the Maharashtra State Rural Livelihood Mission are creating permanent, district-level retail ecosystems that provide assured, year-round market access for women Self-Help Groups. By eliminating intermediaries, these platforms empower women directly ensuring no middlemen, no barriers, only opportunity. Our vision is to build a strong enabling ecosystem where women entrepreneurs can confidently participate, compete, and lead in both domestic and global markets.”
Dr. Vijay Kalantri, Chairman, World Trade Center Mumbai and President, All India Association of Industries, said “It is truly encouraging to see how women are becoming an integral part of India’s growth story. Today, female labour force participation has crossed 42%, nearly doubling over the past six years, while literacy among women has risen from about 53% in the early 2000s to over 75% today. With more than 20% of MSMEs now led by women, their contribution is both visible and impactful. As we move towards the vision of Viksit Bharat, women will undoubtedly be at the heart of this transformation.”
“The future of India’s economic growth is closely linked to the empowerment of women entrepreneurs. The presence of over 150 women here reflects their strong commitment not only to manufacturing, but also to go global. By connecting grassroots enterprises with global opportunities, we are fostering inclusive growth while strengthening India’s position in international trade,” added Dr. Kalantri.
Shri Satya Narayan Meena, Additional CEO, Government e Marketplace (GeM), “GeM has brought transparency, efficiency, and inclusivity to public procurement, enabling over 2 lakh women-led enterprises to directly access government buyers and scale their businesses nationwide. With procurement exceeding ₹5.4 lakh crore last year, GeM is not just a digital platform, but a powerful engine driving growth, opportunity, and national recognition for MSMEs and women-led enterprises.” He added that through technological advancements and a transparent marketplace, GeM is strengthening India’s public procurement ecosystem and contributing to the nation’s economic progress.
Smt. Nidhi Choudhary (IAS), Director – National Gallery of Modern Art, Ministry of Culture, Government of India, said “The numbers clearly reflect the growing strength of women in India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Over 2 crore MSMEs are owned by women, contributing nearly 21% of the sector, and more than 45% of startups today have at least one-woman director. Initiatives such as PMEGP, CMEGP, Mudra Yojana, and the Women Entrepreneurship Platform by NITI Aayog are playing a vital role in supporting this growth.
In Maharashtra, the State Innovation Mission’s dedicated women’s wing is also further empowering women to scale their ventures. When women-led enterprises grow, the impact goes far beyond economics; it drives meaningful social change.” added Ms. Nidhi.
Smt. Shwetali Thakare, Chairperson, Maharashtra Water Resources Regulatory Authority, Government of Maharashtra said, “India represents nearly 18% of the world’s population and today stands around a $4 trillion economy. Even amid global uncertainties, India continues to be one of the fastest-growing economies. In this journey, it is essential that women have equal access to opportunities, resources, and platforms to grow because when women progress, the nation leads with purpose.”
Ms. Wang Awei, Deputy Consul General of the People’s Republic of China, highlighted the growing role of women in global economic development and said “Technology is profoundly transforming the world, and e-commerce has opened new opportunities for women to grow and scale their businesses. With greater collaboration and shared learning, there is immense scope to further empower women entrepreneurs globally.”
Dr. Megha Phansalkar, Founder of Tisser Artisan Trust, emphasized that the challenge lies not in empowerment, but in access. “Our vision is not just to break barriers ourselves, but to enable thousands of women to rise alongside us. The real issue lies in access to markets, opportunities, and platforms. Once these barriers are overcome, it will unlock immense progress for the nation,” she remarked.
Ms. Priya Pansare, Director, Trade & Investment Promotion, WTC Mumbai, said, “Enabling women entrepreneurs to access global markets is critical for India’s growth. This requires structured support through policy, capacity building, and stronger international linkages. Empowering women-led enterprises will not only drive inclusive development but also contribute significantly to sustainable economic growth,”
Ms. Sangeeta Jain, Senior Director, All India Association of Industries, said “Women are playing an increasingly important role in shaping India’s economic progress. Strengthening their participation requires greater focus on digital platforms, financial inclusion, and skill development to help women-led enterprises scale effectively. Enhancing women’s participation is essential to accelerating the nation’s growth trajectory.
The program also saw participation from representatives of the Ahilyarani Women’s Development and Educational Organization. The event reinforced the need to move beyond participation towards global competitiveness, and highlighted how aligning government initiatives, institutional support, and international partnerships can help build a robust ecosystem where women entrepreneurs successfully transition from grassroots enterprises to global exporters.
BHOPAL: (Mar 4) Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will celebrate his 67th birthday on Thursday as ‘prem-seva sankalp diwas’ ‘, as part of which he will launch coaching classes and mobile hospitals at various places in the state.
Chouhan is popular among his followers as ‘mama’ or maternal uncle, and the coaching classes and hospitals to be launched on his birthday will have this sobriquet in their names.
The former Madhya Pradesh chief minister will take five pledges centred on environment, service, assistance, education and talent promotion, a statement issued by his office said.
KOLKATA: (Mar 4) A political row broke out on Wednesday after senior BJP leader Sukanta Majumdar alleged that West Bengal minister Manas Bhuniya made objectionable remarks towards professors and students during a freshers’ welcome event at a college in Paschim Medinipur district.
In a post on X, Majumdar, who is also the Union minister of state for education, claimed that Bhuniya reprimanded students and faculty in an objectionable manner at the recent freshers’ programme at Sabang Sajanikanta Mahavidyalaya in his constituency. Bhuniya is also the president of the college’s governing body.
Majumdar, a former BJP state president, also shared a purported video clip showing the minister admonishing students and others.
JERUSALEM: (Feb 25) In a historic address to the Knesset, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday described the Gaza Peace Initiative as a path towards “just and durable peace” in the region even as he delivered a powerful message of solidarity with Israel, asserting that “terrorism anywhere threatens peace everywhere”.
Modi said like Israel, India has a “consistent and uncompromising policy of zero tolerance for terrorism with no double standards” and called for sustained and coordinated global efforts to counter the menace.
The prime minister’s address to the Knesset, Israel’s house of representatives, came hours after he landed in the country to a rousing welcome with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu along with his wife Sara receiving him at the Ben Gurion airport.
DHAKA: (Feb 13) The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) on Friday claimed victory in the South Asian nation’s general elections as results are being processed for the polls to elect a government that would replace the interim administration, which took charge after the collapse of the Awami League regime in August 2024.
Multiple media tallies showed the BNP had won more than 151 seats in the 300-seat parliament.
The Election Commission (EC) is yet to make a formal announcement.
NEW DELHI: (Feb 9) The Rajya Sabha on Monday witnessed an uproar and a walkout by the Opposition over the incidents of the Lok Sabha, where Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi could not finish his speech, and later Prime Minister Narendra Modi stayed away amid allegations that women MPs could have attacked him.
Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, raised the issue as soon as the Question Hour started at 12 noon.
Chairman CP Radhakrishnan allowed Kharge to speak, adding that he should not speak on anything that happened in the other House.
Bollywood actor Suraj Pancholi used to subject actress Jiah Khan, who allegedly committed suicide here in 2013, to physical and verbal abuse, her mother told a special court here on Wednesday.
Pancholi, who was in a relationship with the 25-year-old actress, has been booked for abetment of suicide in the case probed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). He is currently out on bail.
On Wednesday, Jiah Khan’s mother Rabia Khan began recording her testimony in the case before special judge A S Sayyad.
Rabia Khan told the court about the actress’s entry into Bollywood, her career progression and relationship with Pancholi.
Pancholi had approached Jiah Khan through a social media site and insisted on meeting her, she said.
Jiah Khan was initially apprehensive and reluctant , but the duo met for the first time in September 2012, Rabia Khan said.
At that time she sent some pictures .to me it looked like they clicked and had mutual interest However, in September she (Jiah Khan) told me they were just friends, she said.
Rabia Khan said her daughter’s daily routine was “taken over” by Pancholi and by October 2012, the duo had started living at each other’s house.
During her visit to their London home in November that year, the actress looked very happy, she said.
Rabia Khan said Jiah Khan then returned to Mumbai for professional work and was supposed to come back to celebrate Christmas, but did not turn up.
On December 24, 2012, Rabia Khan said she received a message from Pancholi, saying he got angry with Jiah Khan after a fight with a friend and that she (the actress) should forgive him and give another chance.
“At that time, I discovered that the duo had a violent fight,” she said.
Rabia Khan said Jiah Khan decided to give him a second chance and the duo went to Goa.
However, in one of her phone calls Jiah Khan complained about being at a very strange place and not wanting to stay there, she said.
In Goa, he used to put her down in front of other friends and flirt with other women in her presence, Rabia Khan said, citing her conversations with her daughter.
Rabia Khan said Jiah Khan suddenly turned up in London on February 14, 2013, and looked sad.
According to Rabia Khan, Jiah Khan told her that Pancholi abused her verbally and physically, and also called her by “dirty names”.
Jiah Khan’s mother’s testimony will continue on Thursday.
The actress, best known for her performance in Hindi film ‘Nishabd’ starring Amitabh Bachchan, was found hanging at her residence in Mumbai on June 3, 2013, by her mother.
Pancholi, the son of Bollywood couple Aditya Pancholi and Zarina Wahab, is currently out on bail in the case.
The CBI had alleged that a three-page note seized by the Mumbai Police, which first probed the case, on June 10, 2013, was written by Jiah Khan and it narrated her ordeal.
The note narrated Jiah Khan’s “intimate relationship, physical abuse and mental and physical torture” allegedly at the hands of Pancholi which led her to commit suicide, the central agency had said.PTI.
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