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'7 Guns, 371 Live Cartridges': Dombivali 'Reel Star' Builder Surendra Patil Arrested Again After Huge Cache Of Illegal Weapons Seized From Bungalow

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Thane: In a dramatic late-night operation, the Thane Crime Branch arrested history-sheeter and builder Surendra Panduranga Patil, barely two weeks after he was released on bail in another case. Police also recovered a massive cache of illegal weapons from his residence in Dombivali.

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Patil, who is popularly known on social media as a 'reel star' for his gangster-style videos, was taken into custody after police raided his bungalow in the Dawdi area following a tip-off. The raid led to the discovery of a concealed compartment inside a newly installed shoe rack, which officials described as a hidden storage for arms.

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Pistols, Dagger, Sword & More Found During Raid

Upon removing a fake panel, officers recovered seven firearms, including country-made pistols and revolvers, along with 371 live cartridges and 167 air gun pellets. The total value of the seized weapons and ammunition is estimated at around Rs 10 lakh, reported Navbharat Times. In addition, police also found sharp weapons such as a button knife, dagger, two sickles, a sword and iron rods.

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Officials said the unusual placement of the shoe rack, which did not match the house interiors, raised suspicion during the search. “It turned out to be a stash that could arm a small group,” an officer said.

Deputy Commissioner of Police Amar Singh Jadhav said the quantity of ammunition indicates that the weapons were functional and ready for use. “We are investigating the source of these weapons and those involved in supplying them. More recoveries are possible in the coming days,” he added, as quoted by Navbharat Times.

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'Weapons Used As Props For Making Reels,' Says Patil

Patil, who has over three lakh followers on Instagram, allegedly used the weapons as props in his videos to project a gangster image. However, police are probing whether the arms were also being supplied to local criminal networks.

The accused claimed that the weapons were kept only for making reels, but officials are verifying this statement, given his criminal background. Fresh charges under the Arms Act and Maharashtra Police Act have been invoked against Patil, as cops continue to examine the wider network behind the illegal arms haul.

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I tried hummus from Costco, Wegmans, Whole Foods, and Trader Joe's. I finished a container of the winning spread in a day.

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I visited Trader Joe's, Costco, Whole Foods, and Wegmans to find the best hummus at a grocery store.

Ted Berg

  • I ranked hummus from Trader Joe's, Costco, Whole Foods, and Wegmans from worst to best.
  • I thought Trader Joe's organic hummus could've used a squeeze of lemon.
  • Wegmans' hummus topped with garlic and chickpeas was hands-down my favorite dip.

Though hummus — a tasty dip or spread made from chickpeas — is available in almost every supermarket, I've often wondered which store-bought version is the best.

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To find out, I bought hummus from Whole Foods, Costco, Trader Joe's, and Wegmans and compared them.

Here's how each spread stacked up, from worst to best.

I started with Trader Joe’s organic hummus.

Ted Berg

For the sake of this comparison, I chose Trader Joe's plain organic hummus over the Mediterranean-style and roasted garlic options.

Out of all the hummus I tried, this one looked the driest and least vibrant in color.

I thought Trader Joe's organic hummus was mediocre.

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The hummus wasn't unpleasant, but the texture was mealy rather than creamy. I thought there was too much cumin, and it needed a squeeze of lemon.

Overall, it was good, but the flavor wasn't all that exciting. I'd buy it again if I were in a pinch, but I wouldn't go out of my way to find it.

The Kirkland Signature roasted pine nut hummus looked delicious.

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Costco sells packs of snack-sized Kirkland Signature hummus, but I selected the 34-ounce organic roasted pine nut variety for this comparison.

The tub of hummus was rimmed with a layer of oil and topped with pine nuts, herbs, garlic, and roasted peppers.

I'm not sure the Kirkland Signature hummus would be a crowd-pleaser.

Ted Berg

Out of all the hummus brands I tried, this option tasted the most bland without mixing in the toppings. I also found it to be a bit grainy.

I thought mixing the toppings into the hummus made it look less appetizing, but the additional oil and prominent red peppers improved the flavor.

I enjoyed this hummus, but I could imagine it being divisive. For example, I already knew my kids wouldn't like it because of its red pepper flavor. So, I'd opt for a more traditional hummus if I were serving others.

The 365 original hummus from Whole Foods looked pretty basic.

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My local Whole Foods had a broad selection of hummus, including a handful of store-label 365 choices.

The 365 original hummus had a nice color, looked creamy, and came without any toppings.

I thought the 365 hummus was great.

Ted Berg

The 365 option was everything I could reasonably hope for in a grocery store hummus. It was flavorful and had the earthiness of tahini, distinct notes of cumin, and a velvety texture.

This hummus was good enough to buy again. In fact, I won't even bother trying Whole Foods' other options.

The Wegmans hummus came with a garlic and chickpea topping.

Ted Berg

The Wegmans I visited had an overwhelming selection of store-brand hummus, including dill pickle, bagel, and jalapeño cilantro options.

Though all of them looked delicious, I decided to stick to the simplest-looking hummus for the sake of this taste test.

The hummus from Wegmans was my favorite.

Ted Berg

Wegmans' hummus was a cut above the competition from the first bite. Even before I mixed in the roasted garlic and chickpea topping, this spread stood out for its moist, creamy texture and bright, citrusy tang.

With the garlic mixed in, it was undoubtedly the best hummus I've ever found at a supermarket — and better than plenty of dips I've had at restaurants. I finished the container of Wegmans' hummus the same day I did this taste test.

My nearest Wegmans is a 40-minute bike ride away, but I'll make that trip for this hummus again.

This story was originally published on March 6, 2024, and most recently updated on March 30, 2026.

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