Padmini Kolhapure sings Yeh Galiyan Yeh Chaubara with Shreya Ghoshal
Padmini Kolhapure shared a heartfelt musical moment with singer Shreya Ghoshal, where the two were seen singing the timeless classic Yeh Galiyan Yeh Chaubara from the 1982 film Prem Rog together
2025 fashion presented a dichotomy of styles, from the understated elegance of Quiet Luxury and Old Money to the playful chaos of Eclectic Grandpa and Y3K futurism. Denim, quirky accessories like Labubu dolls, and a sporty-preppy fusion also defined the year's trends, showcasing a bold experimentation with identity and vision.
Kolhapur police arrest 7 suspects in Rs 1.2cr bus robbery, recover stolen valuables
Maharashtra women constituted 32% of passengers for inter-city bus travel in 2025 : redBus report
A redBus report reveals key intercity bus travel trends in Maharashtra for 2025. Women comprised 32% of passengers, while Gen Z and millennials dominated age demographics. Popular routes included Mumbai-Kolhapur and Pune-Nagpur, with AC and sleeper seats being highly preferred. The state saw strong passenger growth and higher occupancy rates compared to the national average.
A model tribal school in Maharashtra battles water scarcity to fight migration
The Hiwali school has been seeking solar power and a KT dam or Kolhapur-Type Weir, a low-cost, gravity-based riverbed structure that acts as a small dam or barrage to store post-monsoon river flow for water supply
Kolhapurs Saee Jadhav Becomes First Woman Territorial Army Officer To Pass Out Of IMA
Pune, Dec 18: Saee Jadhav from Maharashtras Kolhapur has become the first woman Territorial Army officer to complete pre-commissioning training at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun, breaking the institutions 93-year-old tradition of male-only officer training. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis congratulated her and said her achievement is an inspiring milestone that gives direction to the dreams of countless young girls across the country. Jadhav, 23, was commissioned as a Lieutenant during the Passing Out Parade of the 157th course held [] The post Kolhapurs Saee Jadhav Becomes First Woman Territorial Army Officer To Pass Out Of IMA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pradas Rs 84,000 Kolhapuri Sandals Set For 2026 Launch
The Italian luxury house teams up with Indian artisan bodies to craft a limited-edition line using traditional techniques
Prada partners with India to take Kolhapuri Chappals global; signs landmark MoU with LIDCOM & LIDKAR
Pradas new move: 85,000 Kolhapuris that are actually 'Made in India'
Prada has partnered with Indian leather bodies LIDCOM and LIDKAR to launch a limited-edition sandal line inspired by Kolhapuri chappals. This initiative follows criticism for cultural appropriation, ensuring artisans are central to the production of 2,000 handcrafted pairs made in Maharashtra and Karnataka, set for a global release in February 2026.
MoU was signed between Prada and Maharashtra and Karnataka's Leather Industries
Prada to launch $930 'Made in India' Kolhapuri sandals after backlash
The deal comes months after Prada faced backlash for allegedly appropriating a sandal design made by Indian artisans.
Prada to source collection of sandals, inspired by Kolhapuri Chappals from LIDCOM, LIDKAR
Earlier in June this year, Prada faced criticism for leather sandals in its Spring/Summer 2026 collection, which closely resembled Kolhapuri Chappal
FDDI Hyderabad Hosts Three-Day Footwear Exhibition
Visitors were welcomed into a space that placed Mojari next to Jutti, Pulla near Chamba footwear, and Kolhapuri beside the Bharwadi Desi Joda and Pabu craft, there celebrating footwear as cultural memory and contemporary study.
TET paper leak racket busted in Kolhapur; 18 arrested
So far, we have arrested 18 persons in the case and the number may rise as the probe progresses. The involvement of more individuals, including facilitators and beneficiaries of the leak, is being investigated, the police said.
Established under a strategic collaboration between Starbucks Coffee Company & Tata Starbucks, the FSP aims to empower 10,000 Indian coffee farmers by 2030 Starbucks will open its 500th coffeehouse in India this week in Delhi NCR a Starbucks Reserve location offering a premium and immersive coffee experience Reaffirming its long-term commitment to India, and its plans to deepen its coffee leadership in the market, Starbucks Coffee Company today announced the establishment of a Farmer Support Partnership (FSP). In collaboration with Tata Starbucks Private Limited, the FSP will connect local agronomists and farmers to global farming best practices through open-source agronomy. Starbucks Coffee Company and Tata Starbucks re-affirm coffee leadership and announce a Farmer Support Partnership (FSP) to strengthen the coffee value chain from Bean to Cup Strengthening Indias coffee value chain from bean to cup Starbucks Coffee Trading Company, SARL (SCTC), Starbucks global procurement and trading subsidiary, will collaborate closely with Tata Starbucks to empower 10,000 farmers by 2030. The FSP based in Karnataka will combine Tata Starbucks deep local knowledge, Indias coffee-growing heritage, and decades of Starbucks global agronomy expertise. It will support farmers from Indias key coffee growing states including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala to strengthen connections with Starbucks global network, drive innovation, and share best practices in farming and sustainability to ensure a sustainable future for India coffee. The FSP will set up technical model farms in partnership with farmers in India, incorporating global learnings, to embed best practices in coffee agronomy and test sustainable solutions. The FSP in India will serve as a hub for testing new varietals, provide knowledge on innovative farming techniques aligned to Indian practices and conditions, and share insights about other agroforestry initiatives to improve coffee quality, productivity and climate resiliency. The goal is to build upon traditional methods to help farmers improve both the quality of their crops and their profitability. The FSP will work closely with existing centers of excellence within the Starbucks global network. This includes partnering with Farmer Support Centers (FSC) in coffee-growing regions around the world, where agronomists collaborate directly with farmers on research, and learning from existing model farms within Starbucks supply chain. This network includes FSCs in the APAC region in North Sumatra, Indonesia and Yunnan, China and Hacienda Alsacia in Costa Rica, Starbucks first company-operated coffee farm and headquarters to the Starbucks Costa Rica Farmer Support Center and Starbucks Global Research and Development team. Through the FSP, Indian farmers will also benefit from Starbucks 2026 global digital training tools, which will offer detailed online modules on agronomy, coffee quality, and C.A.F.E. (Coffee and Farmer Equity) practices to foster ethical sourcing and ultimately enhance productivity and sustainability. It will also educate farmers about Regen-Ag (regenerative agriculture) practices and methods to reduce carbon, water, and waste footprints, and contribute to agroforestry and social development initiatives. The FSP will develop projects across the key Starbucks commitments of unlocking coffee productivity, increasing farm profitability and building climate resiliency over the next 5 years. To build capability and strengthen Indias entire coffee value chain, Tata Starbucks will also donate one million high-yield variety Arabica seedlings to farmers over the next five years. During his visit to India this week, Brian Niccol, chairman and chief executive officer of Starbucks said, India is one of our fastest-growing markets. Were partnering with Tata to shape the future of coffee in India, including supporting farmers, empowering communities, and delivering the highest quality offerings to our customers. Its a long-term commitment to build a stronger, more sustainable coffee ecosystem that benefits everyone, from bean to cup . Sunil D'Souza, Managing Director & CEO at Tata Consumer Products said, Through the past decade, together, Tata Consumer Products and Starbucks, have helped shape Indias thriving coffee culture and industry. With this new initiative, we are pleased to pair Starbucks global agronomy expertise with Tatas footprint in India to drive tangible impact and pave the way for the future of responsible coffee farming in India . Re-affirming Starbucks coffee leadership through differentiated and elevated experiences Since its inception in 2012 as a joint venture between Starbucks Coffee Company and Tata Consumer Products, Tata Starbucks has been dedicated to delivering the unique Starbucks Experience to customers in India. This has set the stage for Indias ever evolving and dynamic coffee culture. This week, Tata Starbucks will celebrate the opening of its 500th coffeehouse in India, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey and reaffirming its long-term commitment to the market. As one of Starbucks fastest-growing international markets, India remains central to the companys plans for strategic and sustainable expansion, with continued focus on job creation and meaningful development opportunities for its partners (employees). The 500th coffeehouse will be the second location to offer a Starbucks Reserve coffee experience in Delhi NCR, engaging coffee enthusiasts with an immersive experience that showcases Starbucks coffee craft, heritage, and storytelling. The coffeehouse and its Starbucks Reserve experience underscore Tata Starbucks commitment to elevating Indias coffee craftsmanship through elevated store design, handcrafted beverages, and locally inspired innovations. As part of the global strategy to make Starbucks a welcoming coffeehouse where people gather to enjoy the finest coffee handcrafted by skilled baristas, Tata Starbucks will continue to focus on creating a differentiated and elevated coffee forward experience in India. It invites customers to experience the full flavor profile it offers - serving the worlds finest coffee and elevated offerings in a welcoming coffeehouse environment that has made it a beloved part of Indias coffee landscape. Sushant Dash, chief executive officer of Tata Starbucks said, As the largest specialty coffee player in India, we are proud to bring the Farmer Support Partnership in collaboration with SCTC, a meaningful step toward strengthening Indias coffee-growing community and securing the future of high-quality Arabica. Our commitment to India extends beyond growth, to investing in farmers, partners (employees) and customers to continue building a vibrant coffee culture. We will continue to serve the finest Arabica coffee from India and around the world, brought to life through the warm, welcoming third place experience that defines Starbucks . About Starbucks Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting high-quality arabica coffee. Today, with more than 40,000 stores worldwide, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at about.starbucks.com or starbucks.com . About Tata Starbucks Private Limited Starbucks entered the Indian market in October 2012 through a 50/50 Joint Venture with Tata Consumer Products Limited and currently operates more than 497 stores in India across 81 cities, Agra, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Alibaug, Amritsar, Anand, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Bhatinda, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Calicut, Chandigarh, Chennai, Dehradun, Faridabad, Gandhinagar, Ghaziabad, Goa, Guntur, Gurgaon, Guwahati, Gwalior Haridwar, Hyderabad, Coimbatore, Indore, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Jodhpur, Kanpur, Kochi, Kolhapur, Kolkata, Lonavala, Lucknow, Ludhiana, Mangalore, Meerut, Mumbai, Mussoorie, Mysore, Nagpur, Nashik, New Delhi, Noida, Pathankot, Patiala, Pondicherry, Pune, Raipur, Siliguri, Sonipat, Surat, Thrissur, Trivandrum, Udaipur, Vadodara, Vapi, Varanasi, Vijayawada, Varanasi and Vizag are cities in India. through a network of over 4,437 passionate partners (employees). Starbucks stores are operated by the joint venture, Tata Starbucks Private Limited, and branded as Starbucks Coffee - A TATA Alliance.
Mahayuti, MVA lines blur for local body elections
Political parties are setting aside differences to win local elections. Sharad Pawar's NCP (SP) and Ajit Pawar's NCP are discussing an alliance for Pimpri Chinchwad polls. In Kolhapur, both NCP factions are uniting against the BJP. Shiv Sena (Shinde) wants to ally with BJP in Nagpur, threatening a broader coalition if talks fail.
Rival NCP Factions Join Hands Against BJP In Kolhapur
Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP) and Ajit Pawars NCP have joined hands to form a front named Rajarshi Shahu Vikas Aghadi, (RSVA) which will contest the Chandgad Nagar Panchayat and Zilla Parishad elections.
After Kolhapuri Chappals, Pradas Rs 69,000 safety pin sparks online outrage over luxury minimalism
Prada's Rs 69,000 safety pin brooch has sparked online debate about luxury pricing and minimalism. This follows criticism earlier this year when the brand sold sandals resembling Indian Kolhapuri chappals for over $785, igniting accusations of cultural appropriation and a lack of credit to artisans.
Favourite Maharashtrian breakfast finds home in Hyderabad
Theres something magical about a good plate of Misal Pav, that fiery, flavorful Maharashtrian breakfast that wakes up your senses with every bite. The crunchy farsan, the spicy kat (curry), the soft pav buns soaking up all that masala goodness, its an explosion of taste thats impossible to forget. Born in Pune and Kolhapur, Misal 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 .
Mumbai Diary | Face recognition system at Mantralaya a mess
Maharashtras Mantralaya introduced a digital face-recognition system to make entry and exit easier for visitors from across the state. However, the system is creating more delays than the traditional method. Visitors are getting stranded at entry points because the data entry process is complex and time-consuming. The face-reading machines often struggle to read a steady flow of faces, causing longer queues. Instead of speeding up access, the digital entry has become a burden on both staff and visitors. Many now spend more time waiting outside Mantralaya than they did under the old manual system, highlighting the systems limitations. Shindes Shiv Sena eyes united fight for polls The Deputy CM Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena wants to contest the local body elections as part of the Mahayuti rather than going solo. Shiv Sena minister Gulabrao Patil said, The interest of Mahayuti is to remain together and contest together. That is a sentiment echoed across party leaders. There is concern that if the BJP uses its machinery to win many seats, allies may be weakened and their bargaining power reduced. Shiv Sena leaders cite the Marathi proverb, Zhakali mut savva lakhachi a folded hand hides many secrets underlining the need for unity to protect their influence and prevent being sidelined in the alliance. Ban on pigeon feeding earns Jains wrath The Jain community, respected for its business acumen and spiritual guidance, is unhappy with recent government decisions. Actions such as banning the feeding of pigeons, relocating the elephant Madhuri from Kolhapur Jain Math to the Ambani-run Vantara zoo, and tensions over Marathi versus Jain-Gujarati issues have upset both followers and spiritual leaders. In a Mumbai meeting, senior Gurus warned that if the government does not address their concerns, they may launch their own political platform to raise these issues. They also cautioned Deputy CM Eknath Shinde to rein in officials, or the community may take a strong stand. Sudhir Suryawanshi Our correspondent in Maharashtra suryawanshi.sudhir@gmail.com
PRADA delegation meets Kolhapuri chappal artisans in Athani, promises cooperation
A team to be sent to train in its Indian facility
TTD Chairman presents silk robes at Kolhapur temple
Special trains between Kolhapur and Kalaburagi during festival season
Crops over 42.84 lakh acres damaged by heavy rain in Maharashtra
MUMBAI: Over 42.84 lakh acres ready-to-harvest crops got badly damaged in the torrential rain in Maharashtra . According to the Maharashtra agriculture minister Duttaray Bharne, the 17, 85,714 hectares (42.84 lakh acres) of standing and ready to harvest crops got damaged. Nanded is one of the worst-affected districts, where 7.28 lakh hectares of crops got badly impacted, following 2.03 lakh hectares of crops damaged in Wasim district. In Yavatmal district, 3.18 lakh hectares, while 1.57 lakh hectares in Dharashiv, 1.77 lakh hectares in Akola, 47,266 hectares in Solapur, and 89,782 hectares of crops in Buldhana district were ruined in the heavy rain. In the torrential rain, impacted affected districts are Hingoli, Parbhani, Amravati, Jalgaon, Wardha, Sangli, Ahilyanagar, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna, Beed, Latur, Dhule, Jalgaon, Ratnagiri, Chandrapur, Satara, Nashik, Kolhapur, Sindhudurg, Gadchiroli, Raigad, Nagpur, and Pune. The most suffered crops include soybean, maize, cotton, urad, tur, moong while other places, vegetables, fruit crops, millet, sugarcane, onion, jowar and turmeric crops have also been affected. 35 lakh acres of crops damaged in torrential rain in Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Bharen said that Maharashtra has been witnessing heavy rains and floods over the last two months, which havecaused huge losses to farmers. The heavy rains in August and September of this year have caused huge losses in a total of 195 talukas across 30 districts of Maharashtra. The rains during this period have caused huge losses to Kharif crops in 654 revenue circles, the agriculture minister said. He further added that the Panchnamas in some districts have been completed, and compensation has also been extended to the affected farmers. The Panchnamas in the remaining areas are going on a war footing. The state is taking all possible measures to provide financial assistance to the affected farmers. State government is standing firmly with the farmers in times of this crisis, Bharne said. Sharad Pawar , in his Nasik farmers outcry rally, criticized the state government for ignoring the farmers. He said that in the last two months, more than two thousand farmers committed suicide, but no serious attention has been given.
10-Year-Old In Maharashtra Suffers Heart Attack While Playing, Dies In Mother's Lap
A 10-year-old boy from Kolhapur in Maharashtra died of a heart attack after feeling uneasy while playing at a Ganesh Pandal.
