Mumbaikars can hope for a flood-free city this monsoon season as 43 large pumping stations have begun operations in order to prevent floods during the rainy season this year. BMC officials informed Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis of the status of the pumping stations during a monsoon preparation review meeting. According to reports, nearly 3,000 beds have been kept ready for emergency needs that could arise in the rainy season. Similarly, the speed of trains will be controlled in the ghat regions and along the Konkan railway route. The disaster management control room and centres will work round the clock, all through the week. The Chief Minister was informed that 939 villages in the Konkan region were prone to landslides, and preventive measures had been initiated there by state authorities. The Air Force and the Western Naval Command have also been requested to arrange for helicopter services, air ambulances, large and small vessels respectively, to be used in case of emergencies. Ten teams of disaster relief forces have also been activated. Vital desilting work has also been carried out in the Savitri and Vasishthi rivers, keeping in mind the impact of the previous floods. At the meeting, disaster management minister Girish Mahajan had raised the issue of floods caused in villages along riverbanks after dam water was released. He said that coordination among various departments was necessary in order to avoid villages on the riverbanks being flooded. He also expressed a need for a structural audit of various weak bridges, in order to avoid accidents. Traffic movement on such bridges is also prohibited. A presentation on disaster management preparedness was done by Bhalchandra Chavan, the Director of Maharashtra's Disaster Management Authority. The Divisional Commissioners of Konkan, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Amravati and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar were also among those present for the crucial meeting.
Maharashtra weather update: IMD issues red, orange heatwave alerts for state
According to the IMD, districts including Akola, Wardha and Amravati are expected to witness heatwave to severe heatwave conditions at a few places. Warm night conditions were also reported at isolated locations, adding to discomfort levels across the Vidarbha region
IMD warns of prolonged heatwave spell across Vidarbha till May 19
Amravati, Akola, and Wardha are likely to experience heatwave conditions along with hot nights, while no significant weather hazards have been flagged for other districts in the region
Maharashtra Board Class 12 Results Announced, 89.79% Pass Rate
Mumbai, May 2: The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE), Pune, has announced the results for the HSC (Class 12) board examinations for 2026 on Saturday. The results have been released for various regions including Pune, Nagpur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Mumbai, Kolhapur, Amravati, Nashik, Latur, and Konkan. Students who appeared for the ... Read more Maharashtra Board Class 12 Results Announced, 89.79% Pass Rate
Maharashtra Board Announces 12th Grade Results with 89.79% Pass Rate
Mumbai, May 2: The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE), Pune, announced the results of the HSC (12th grade) board examinations for 2026 on Saturday. The results have been released for students in Pune, Nagpur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Mumbai, Kolhapur, Amravati, Nashik, Latur, and Konkan regions. Students who appeared for the 12th ... Read more Maharashtra Board Announces 12th Grade Results with 89.79% Pass Rate
Amravati 2.0 In Kolhapur: Man, 22, Sexually Exploits Women In Maharashtra
The Kolhapur case comes days after police arrested Mohammad Ayaz alias Tanveer in Amravati, who is accused of sexually exploiting at least 180 minor girls and recording more than 350 obscene videos.
In a dramatic twist to the Amravati sex abuse and video scandal, police on Wednesday paraded main accused Ayaan Ahmed for 600 metres through a neighbourhood to recover a mobile phone sold before his arrest. The device, now sent for forensic analysis, may contain crucial evidence linked to videos of minor girls. Eight accused are in custody.
Wadettiwar Seeks Cases Against Rana, Bonde For False Claims To Incite Hatred
Senior Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar on Sunday demanded that cases should be registered against former Amravati Lok Sabha member Navneet Rana and BJP Rajya Sabha MP Anil Bonde for allegedly making divisive statements in connection with the Amravati case, asserting that crimes against women have no caste or religion
Bawankule Asks Leaders To Avoid Media Trial In Amravati Case
The ministers remarks come amid a political storm triggered by statements from ruling party leaders, including BJP leader and former MP Navneet Rana and BJP Rajya Sabha MP Anil Bonde.
Girl, 15, Files First Complaint By Survivor In Amravati 'Love Trap' Case
The police launched a probe after obscene video clips and photographs of minor girls surfaced on social media sites on April 11.
NCW Chairperson Reviews Partawada Case, Directs Officials for Swift Action
New Delhi, April 18: The Chairperson of the National Commission for Women (NCW), Vijaya Rahatkar, conducted a high-level review meeting on April 17 in Amravati to assess the progress of the Partawada case. The meeting included key officials such as Police Commissioner Rakesh Ola, District Magistrate Ashish Yerekar, Superintendent of Police (Rural) Vishal Anand, and ... Read more NCW Chairperson Reviews Partawada Case, Directs Officials for Swift Action
Amravati sexual exploitation case: NCW calls for stricter action, content to be taken down
Ms. Rahatkar raised questions about the adequacy of legal provisions invoked and sought clarification on why more stringent sections have not been applied
Eight men arrested in Maharashtras Amravati sexual exploitation case
While an SIT has been formed by the government to probe the case, some politicians have attempted to give it communal colour by terming it love jihad
Navneet Rana Criticizes Minority Commission Member Over Nashik TCS Incident
Amravati, April 17: BJP leader Navneet Rana expressed strong criticism on Friday regarding the alleged love jihad case at Nashik TCS. She targeted Pyare Khan, a member of the Maharashtra State Minority Commission, while referencing incidents in Nashik and Achalpur-Partawada. In an interview with a news agency, Rana questioned why there was no outcry from ... Read more Navneet Rana Criticizes Minority Commission Member Over Nashik TCS Incident
Amravati viral videos: In a significant development in the Amravati sex abuse scandal, police revealed that the alleged mastermind Ayan Ahmed was a former member of Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM. Ayan Ahmed, accused of sexually abusing 180 minors and recording more than 300 explicit videos, had a bet with his friend who would win over more girls, that finally blew the lid off the scandal.
Mumbai, April 15: The political rhetoric surrounding the Amravati case, where a young man allegedly blackmailed girls under the guise of romance, has intensified. This incident has been linked to the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM). However, party leader Waris Pathan clarified that the accused has no ties to AIMIM. In an interview, Pathan stated ... Read more Legal Action Needed Against Criminals, Not the Entire Muslim Community: Waris Pathan on Amravati Controversy
Shocking Arrest in Maharashtra: Man Accused of Exploiting 180 Minors
Amravati, April 15: A deeply disturbing case has emerged from Amravati district in Maharashtra, sending shockwaves through the community. Police have arrested a man accused of sexually exploiting 180 minor girls and recording over 350 objectionable videos. The suspect has been identified as Mohammad Ayaz, also known as Tanveer, a resident of Partawada. Initial investigations ... Read more Shocking Arrest in Maharashtra: Man Accused of Exploiting 180 Minors
Youth held in Maharashtras Amravati for circulating obscene clips of women
Rajya Sabha member Anil Bonde, who hails from Amravati, demanded a probe into the matter by a Special Investigation Team
A 19-year-old youth in Amravati district has been arrested for allegedly filming and blackmailing minor girls using explicit videos. The case has shocked nearby towns, with around 100 videos reportedly circulated online. The accused is said to have lured victims through social media, recorded the abuse without consent, and used the footage for intimidation. Police have launched an extensive investigation, with the cyber cell working to remove the videos and track those sharing them.
Exciting Apprenticeship Opportunities at UCIL: Apply by May 9
Amravati, April 13: The Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL) has announced a significant opportunity for young individuals looking to kickstart their careers. UCIL is inviting applications for various apprenticeship positions, totaling 91 vacancies. The recruitment notification from UCIL includes 48 positions for Trade Apprentices, 30 for Technician Apprentices, and 13 for Graduate Apprentices. The ... Read more Exciting Apprenticeship Opportunities at UCIL: Apply by May 9
Heatwave Grips Maharashtra; Vidarbha Sizzles Above 42C
Akola has emerged as one of the hottest locations in the State at 42C, while several other Vidarbha districts, including Amravati and Yavatmal, have also recorded temperatures above 40C: Reports
Lok Sabha passes Bill to name Amravati is Andhra Pradeshs permanent capital
New Delhi: The Lok Sabha on Wednesday, April 1, passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, formally recognising Amaravatii as the capital of Andhra Pradesh, ending over a decade of uncertainty over the states seat of government following its bifurcation in 2014. The Bill, introduced by Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Shocking Incident in Amravati: Police Constable Commits Suicide with Service Revolver
Amravati, March 26: A deeply shocking incident has emerged from Amravati, Maharashtra. Police constable Vijay Dilip Nagapure, aged 35, who was part of the Quick Response Team (QRT), tragically took his own life with his service revolver on Thursday morning. Nagapure hailed from Dhamangaon Katpur in Morshi Taluka and was residing in Amravati. He was ... Read more Shocking Incident in Amravati: Police Constable Commits Suicide with Service Revolver
Major Drug Bust in Amravati: Mumbai Drug Mafia Arrested with MD Drugs Worth Over 12 Lakh
Mumbai, March 22: In a significant operation against drug trafficking, the Amravati Crime Branch has apprehended a major drug mafia from Mumbai. Approximately 78 grams of methamphetamine (MD) have been seized, with an estimated market value exceeding 12 lakh. Three mobile phones were also recovered during the operation. Acting on confidential information, the Amravati Crime ... Read more Major Drug Bust in Amravati: Mumbai Drug Mafia Arrested with MD Drugs Worth Over 12 Lakh
Ravindra Metkar, a farmer from Maharashtra, transformed his earnings of Rs 150 a month into a Rs 15-crore agricultural enterprise by focusing on cost reduction and self-made fertilisers. Now invited to speak at Oxford University's AI conference, he will share his sustainable farming model, which has inspired over 5 million farmers.
Andhra: Four dead after inhaling motorcycle fumes overnight
Amravati: Four members of a family died due to asphyxiation after inhaling smoke from a bike kept on for the entire night in Andhra Pradeshs Annamayya district, police said on Sunday, March 15. The tragic incident occurred in Punganur town on the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday. All four people died in their sleep Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Teams deployed in Maharashtra to prevent hoarding of LPG cylinders
Residents were seen standing in long queues outside LPG cylinder supplying agencies in Solapur, Amravati, and Thane districts, and the State capital, Mumbai
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Palghar Police Arrest Habitual Offender For Cheating Senior Citizen Of 2 Lakh At Bank
Palghar: The Crime Detection Team of Bolinj Police Station has successfully arrested an accused involved in cheating an elderly man inside a bank premises and has recovered assets linked to the offence, police officials said. The incident took place at the State Bank of India (SBI), Virar West, where the accused approached the senior citizen under the pretext of helping him fill out a bank form. On January 9, 2026, the accused gained the victims trust and falsely claimed that the balance amount from the complainants account could be transferred into a mode balance account. Misleading the elderly man, the accused convinced him to withdraw 2,00,000 in cash from his bank account. However, instead of depositing the amount as promised, he allegedly took the money for personal gain and fled, thereby cheating the complainant. Following the complaint, Bolinj Police registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. With fraud-related offences increasing in the area, the crime detection team launched an intensive investigation. The accused was initially staying temporarily at a dormitory in Dadar, Mumbai, but had vacated the premises. Police later found that the mobile number provided was false. Further inquiry revealed that the accused was originally from Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh and was frequently travelling between cities such as Lucknow and Delhi to evade arrest. On January 26, 2026, police received information that he had returned to Mumbai. Using technical and cyber investigation skills, PSI Kiran Vanjari and his team successfully tracked and arrested the accused in Dadar. Fake Call Centre Saga: CBI Grills Nashik, Palghar Cops Over Igatpuri Call Centre Operations Also Watch: The arrested accused has been identified as Brijkumar Santoshkumar Wadhwani (62). During the investigation, police seized a mobile phone worth 25,500 and lien-marked 1,51,287 from the accuseds bank account. In total, assets worth 1,76,787 were recovered. The investigation also led to the detection of another related fraud case registered at Malad Police Station in Mumbai. Police stated that the accused is a habitual offender with several cheating and fraud cases registered against him across Maharashtra and Gujarat, including Amravati, Bhusawal, Wardha, Vadodara and Gondia. Further inquiries are ongoing. To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/
Dr Jitendra Lays Foundation Of Indias First Quantum Centre At Amravati, Hails Futuristic Leap
AMARAVATI, Feb 8 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today declared that this is not merely the foundation stone of a building, but the foundation stone of Indias quantum future, as he addressed the Foundation Ceremony of Amaravati Quantum Valley in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. Describing quantum technology as a strategic necessity rather than an option, the Minister said India [] The post Dr Jitendra Lays Foundation Of Indias First Quantum Centre At Amravati, Hails Futuristic Leap appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
