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The accused, who is currently in judicial custody, filed an application before the court last month expressing his willingness to plead guilty to the charges. He also sought leniency from the court

Senior Congress leader Nana Patole accused the Narendra Modi-led Union Government of misleading the OBC community through the caste census process. He urged the Centre to include a separate OBC category in the census form and called for updated caste-wise data

Mumbai Metro One said the move is aimed at providing passengers with a safe, reliable and convenient public transport option during the festive period

The housing scheme was launched by CIDCO on August 15, 2026 to provide affordable housing opportunities to eligible Economically Weaker Section (EWS) applicants in Navi Mumbai

CBI has arrested a CGST Superintendent and a consultant over an alleged Rs 1 crore bribery demand linked to the redevelopment of two buildings in New Panvel. The officer allegedly sought money for issuing an NOC and handing over 24 CGST-owned flats for redevelopment

Several local train services on the Main Line and Trans-Harbour Line will be affected during the block. Passengers have been advised to plan their journeys accordingly

Central Railways Passenger Reservation System centres will follow Sunday working hours on September 14, 2026, for Ganeshotsav. The second shift from 2 pm to 10 pm will remain closed, while select counters will stay open for emergency services

The Tukaram Mundhe-led Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration conducted 12,083 inspections between June and August 2026, issuing 5,269 improvement notices and suspending 603 licences. The FDA also seized food stock worth Rs 67.20 crore and intensified action against banned pan masala and gutkha

Ganeshotsav 2026: Bandra West Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal has created a detailed replica of Gujarat's Somnath Temple, showcasing its architecture and heritage. The installation is part of the mandal's tradition of temple-themed festival dcor

Mumbai Suburban District Collector Saurabh Katiyar has appealed to young people, entrepreneurs and establishments offering job opportunities to participate in large numbers

The darbar of Lalbaugcha Raja has been adorned with intricate silver work this year, adding to the grandeur of the setting around the iconic idol. The main entrance to the pandal has been designed as a replica of the famous Meenakshi Temple in South India

Central Railway has announced four additional unreserved special train services between Mumbai and Sawantwadi Road ahead of Ganpati festival 2026. The services will operate on September 12, 13 and 14 to meet increased passenger demand during the festival

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit, where India and the UAE are expected to further strengthen their strategic partnership, including cooperation in trade and energy security

The Norwegian Royal Court announced her death on Friday, saying Princess Astrid had died earlier in the day. King Haakon VIII, her nephew, expressed deep sorrow over her passing and remembered her for a lifetime of warm and dutiful service to the Norwegian Royal House

The existing facility for booking multiple journey tickets in the Mumbai suburban area, along with other services available through the RailOne app, will continue under the existing rules, officials said

Lalbaugcha Raja Mandal has launched the Prasad to Energy initiative with BMC to process around 80 metric tonnes of wet waste during Ganeshotsav, generating an estimated 7,744 units of renewable electricity for Mumbai civic hospitals

During the investigation, a team of Pydhonie Police found that the trio had been allegedly manufacturing mephedrone themselves and selling it, an official said

Speaking to reporters in Maharashtra's Nanded, Sanjay Raut said the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) had undertaken extensive social work and noted that Mohan hagwat frequently comments on issues ranging from religion to international affairs

On Sunday, thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, heavy rain, and gusty winds of 4050 kmph are likely at isolated places. Rain is expected to ease to moderate levels on September 14 and light to moderate rain on September 15

The case came to light after a video, showing the owner of the vehicle, went viral on social media. The video was reportedly recorded from another vehicle travelling on the Pune-bound carriageway of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway near the Khalapur Toll Plaza

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin travelled together in the same car to the INNOPROM Exhibition in New Delhi after their bilateral talks. The gesture revived attention around their informal car diplomacy ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit

AICC Secretary Sachin Sawant said former judge Justice Deepak Gupta's concern over majoritarianism was not limited to the decision to shut liquor shops during the festival, but was a serious warning about the broader atmosphere that has developed in the country over the past few years

The decision means that commuters travelling on the Western Railway suburban network will not face the usual Sunday restrictions linked to maintenance work, officials said

Security forces arrested a Pakistani national, aged around 60-65 years, near the fencing along the International Border in Kathua's Hiranagar sector. The man was taken into custody for questioning, with further details about his identity and border crossing awaited

The Thane mental hospital administration has disbursed Rs 58 lakh in long-pending wage arrears to 68 contractual sanitation workers following a Bombay High Court directive. The workers had protested and staged a 28-day chain hunger strike over alleged violations of minimum wage rules

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS Summit, with India-Iran ties, trade, economic cooperation and Chabahar Port expected to feature in discussions during his visit

Panvel Mayor Nitin Patil said the completion of Shivneri reflected the PMCs continued efforts towards developing the city and strengthening its civic infrastructure

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in New Delhi ahead of the BRICS Summit, with trade, civil nuclear cooperation, industrial ties, critical minerals, and fertiliser cooperation likely to be discussed

Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal skipped his appearance before the Special Investigation Team probing the 2015 Behbal Kalan police firing case, citing medical reasons. His party said he needed a check-up for injuries sustained in a recent attack in Maharashtra's Nanded

The aircraft, an ATR 72-600 twin-engine turboprop, was operating Alliance Air flight 9I 698 from Prayagraj to the national capital when the incident occurred

Emma Bonino, Italys veteran politician and civil rights campaigner, has died aged 78. A leading voice for abortion rights, gender equality and migrant rights, she spent five decades in Italian and European politics, serving as foreign minister and EU commissioner.

Addressing the media on Friday, Jarange urged his supporters not to remain mere spectators by following the agitation on television or social media, but to attend the meeting in person and demonstrate the community's strength

The protesters said implementing the two laws is crucial to safeguarding the rights of tribal communities and allowing them to continue their traditional role in conserving and regenerating the national park and its ecologically sensitive areas, including Aarey and Yeoor

A bench comprising Chief Justice M C Tripathi and Justice Advait Sethna was hearing petitions filed by associations representing hotel owners and wine shop owners against the Pune collector's order. The prohibition is scheduled to remain in force during the 10-day Ganesh festival beginning September 14

Over a dozen shops were demolished in Jammus Satwari-Nai Basti area during highway expansion work. Affected shopkeepers alleged severe livelihood losses and urged the administration to provide immediate rehabilitation and alternative shops.

The investigation has gained further significance after agencies found that her father, Tariq Khan, has allegedly been linked to cases involving the Indian Mujahideen (IM) and the banned Students' Islamic Movement of India (SIMI)

Additional Sessions Judge G T Pawar convicted Shahrukh Sadik Shaikh under Section 109 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The court also imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 on him. A copy of the order was made available on Thursday

The Prime Minister added, While the threat keeps evolving, our resolve and opposition to terrorism in all its forms and manifestations remain unwavering. We stand in solidarity with all efforts to combat this scourge, PM Modi said in the post

BJP leader Satish Poonia slammed P Chidambaram for questioning BRICS outcomes, saying PM Modis Dimagi Naxal reference fits such a mindset. India is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit in Delhi on September 12-13 under its 2026 chairship.

Asgarali Vohra, who claims to have been fighting for his land rights for nearly 40 years, recently met the Prime Minister and submitted a letter seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the matter

During his address, Ekanth Shinde suggested that an International Marathi Literature Festival should be organised in London in the coming days.

The Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal will celebrate the Bhadrapada Ganeshotsav from Monday, September 14, to Friday, September 25

Those arrested include two employees working at the airport and two transit passengers. Officials suspect that the accused were allegedly linked to an international syndicate involved in smuggling gold through the airport

In an editorial published in the party mouthpiece Saamana, the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction questioned whether the government's claims of strong economic growth were reflected in the financial markets and the lives of ordinary citizens

The deceased child was identified as Ivana. According to the police FIR, the incident took place at a house in Vilavoorkkal village between 3.30 pm and 4.30 pm

The Commission described the alleged incidents as serious violations of human rights and the rule of law. Its full bench, comprising Chairman Justice A M Badar and members Sanjay Kumar and Swapna Joshi, directed Maharashtra's Director General of Police (DGP) to treat the fact-finding inquiry report as an FIR

An airline source said the pilot assigned to the flight suddenly called in sick, prompting IndiGo to arrange another pilot to operate the service

The arrangements have been made to cater to the expected increase in passenger footfall during the annual feast at Mount Mary Church and the adjoining Father Agnel Ashram premises

The Prime Minister announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Ministers National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each person who died in the accident. The injured will receive Rs 50,000 each