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Thane Shiv Sena (UBT) Leader Balu Purnekar Murder Case: Pistol Bought For ₹15,000 From UP, Accused Sent To Judicial Custody
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· October 25, 2026
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Thane: The investigation into the sensational murder of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep alias Balu Purnekar has intensified, with major developments surfacing regarding the weapons used, police custody updates, and escalating political pressure from the victim's family. Weapons Sourced from Uttar...
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Key points Thane: The investigation into the sensational murder of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep alias Balu Purnekar has intensified, with major developments surfacing regarding the weapons used, police custody updates, and escalating political pressure from the victim's family.
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What is this story about? Thane: The investigation into the sensational murder of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep alias Balu Purnekar has intensified, with major developments surfacing regarding the weapons used, police custody updates, and escalating political pressure from the victim's family. Weapons Sourced from Uttar...
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