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Sachin Chaudhary

Sachin Choudhary, Associate Editor, India TV Sachin Choudhary is a veteran journalist with over 25 years of experience in the field of journalism. Since 2004, he has been actively working with India TV, focusing on political reporting and special assignments. Prior to this, he served in prestigious media organizations such as Lokmat, Navbharat, Akashvani (All India Radio), and ETV. Associated with India TV for more than 22 years, Sachin Choudhary has carved a niche for himself in political journalism. His deep understanding of Maharashtra and national politics, combined with his extensive ground-reporting experience, has established him as one of the country's leading political journalists. During the 26/11 terrorist attacks in Mumbai, he provided continuous on-field coverage of the NSG commando operations for three consecutive days. For this courageous and impactful coverage, he has been honored with several prestigious awards. For over two decades, Sachin Choudhary has been consistently contributing to India TV and India TV Digital, playing an active and pivotal role in the field of political and special reporting.

Maharashtra civic polls: No Sena-BJP alliance in Navi Mumbai; deadlock continues in Mira–Bhayandar
Maharashtra | Dec 29, 2025, 12:40 PM IST
The Mira–Bhayandar Municipal Corporation has a total of 90 seats. Shiv Sena is demanding 40 seats, while the BJP is reportedly willing to offer only 25.
BMC polls: Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena pushes BJP to cede 112 seats, eyes Marathi-dominated areas
Maharashtra | Dec 23, 2025, 11:42 PM IST
BMC polls: A crucial meeting between the BJP and Shiv Sena is scheduled to take place at the BJP office later today for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections.
Maharashtra Municipal Corporation polls: NCP reunion likely on cards; BJP, Shiv Sena seal strategy
Maharashtra | Dec 23, 2025, 01:52 PM IST
Maharashtra Municipal Corporation polls: Pune has become central to these political developments, with both factions of the Nationalist Congress Party signalling their readiness to join hands for the civic elections.

Bombay High Court summons BMC commissioner over Mumbai air pollution
Maharashtra | Dec 22, 2025, 07:55 PM IST
The Bombay High Court directed BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani and the Pollution Control Board Secretary to appear before it on Tuesday. The court also expressed displeasure over the authorities' failure to control air pollution.
Nora Fatehi meets with accident on her way to David Guetta's concert; suffers concussion
Entertainment | Dec 20, 2025, 11:49 PM IST
Nora Fatehi was on her way to David Guetta's concert in Mumbai when her car got into a collision. Doctors said Nora had suffered a minor shock and advised rest.
Bombay HC grants bail to NCP leader Manikrao Kokate in 1995 cheating case, suspends sentence
Maharashtra | Dec 19, 2025, 11:46 PM IST
The Bombay High Court refused to stay the conviction noting that prima facie evidence pointed to Manikrao Kokate's involvement. The NCP leader was accused of securing a flat in a government scheme for the economically weaker section (EWS) by submitting false affidavits about his income.

Thane: Massive fire breaks out at banquet hall during wedding ceremony | Video
Maharashtra | Dec 18, 2025, 11:53 PM IST
Thane Fire Brigade dispatched multiple tenders in a flash, storming the site for a fierce showdown with the blaze. Brave firefighters tackled scorching flames and choking smoke, unleashing hoses and ladders to smother the fire and shield adjacent buildings.
Shilpa Shetty's lawyer denies income tax raid claims, calls it 'routine verification'
Entertainment | Dec 18, 2025, 11:06 PM IST
Shilpa Shetty's lawyer refuted income tax raid claims at actresses residence, saying that the checks at Mumbai home were 'routine verification'.
Convicted NCP minister Manikrao Kokate resigns from Maharashtra Cabinet, says Ajit Pawar
Maharashtra | Dec 18, 2025, 06:51 PM IST
Ajit Pawar said he has forwarded Manikrao Kokate’s resignation to Maharashtra Chief Minister for due consideration and acceptance, in accordance with constitutional procedure.

BMC Elections: BJP-Shiv Sena lock 150 seats, gear up for Fadnavis-Eknath Shinde rally blitz | Video
Maharashtra | Dec 18, 2025, 04:52 PM IST
BMC Elections 2026: At the heart of the talks lay seat allocation, where BJP and Shiv Sena locked in a deal to split 150 of BMC's 227 prized wards. The remaining 77 hang in the balance, but leaders pledged to seal the full agreement within 48 hours.
Manikrao Kokate stripped of Maharashtra ministerial portfolios after conviction; given to Ajit Pawar
Maharashtra | Dec 17, 2025, 10:11 PM IST
Kokate has been convicted and handed a two-year jail term by a Nashik court in a 1995 cheating and forgery case linked to a state government housing scheme.
Maharashtra: Congress MLC Pradnya Satav set to join BJP in major setback ahead of Municipal polls
Maharashtra | Dec 17, 2025, 02:27 PM IST
Pradnya Satav is the wife of late senior Congress leader and former Member of Parliament Rajiv Satav.

Maharashtra civic polls: Congress eyes alliance with Prakash Ambedkar amid Uddhav-Raj Thackeray deal
Maharashtra | Dec 16, 2025, 05:48 PM IST
Maharashtra civic body polls: High-stakes polls to 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), on January 15. Votes will be counted on January 16.
BMC polls: 'Hindutva vs Marathi Manoos' pitch targets Thackeray as poster war heats up in Mumbai
Maharashtra | Dec 16, 2025, 03:56 PM IST
Municipal corporation election: This kind of banner campaign ahead of the BMC elections is being seen as a sign of increasing political conflict in Mumbai. Political rhetoric on this issue is expected to intensify in the coming days as well.
BMC, 28 other municipal corporations to go for polls on January 15; result on January 16
Maharashtra | Dec 15, 2025, 11:55 PM IST
The Model Code of Conduct for municipal corporations comes into effect from today. The dates for filing nomination papers are from December 23 to December 30, 2025.

Parth Pawar's Amadea company asked to pay Rs 21 Crore stamp duty in Pune land deal
Maharashtra | Dec 12, 2025, 12:35 PM IST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's son, Parth Pawar, is a majority partner in the Amadea Enterprises LLP. The company has been asked to pay Rs 21 crore in stamp duty in the Pune land deal.
From Phuket to Goa: How Luthra brothers will be extradited to face trial in Goa nightclub fire case
India | Dec 12, 2025, 10:43 AM IST
The tragedy occurred at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora, North Goa, where a massive fire claimed the lives of 25 people, including 20 staff members and five tourists. Preliminary reports suggest that fireworks may have sparked the blaze.
BMC polls: Mahayuti closer to seal seat-sharing, BJP may get 135-140 sets, Shiv Sena 90-100
Maharashtra | Dec 11, 2025, 10:27 AM IST
The Mahayuti has agreed that as far as possible, upcoming municipal elections should be fought through alliance arrangements. Where this is not feasible, all three alliance partners are preparing for friendly contests.
Goa bans firecrackers, electronic fireworks in pubs, nightclubs and restaurants after deadly fire
India | Dec 10, 2025, 06:14 PM IST
Twenty-five persons were killed in the fire at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub at Arpora in North Goa around midnight on December 6.
Goa nightclub fire: Interpol issues Blue Corner Notice against Luthra brothers who fled to Thailand
India | Dec 09, 2025, 05:32 PM IST
Goa nightclub fire: DIG Rachna Sharma, North Goa Police, said so far, five people have been arrested in the investigation, all of whom are managers. “A Look Out Circular (LOC) and a Blue Corner Notice have been issued against the club owners and partners,” she said.