Watch: Why has a Rs. 300 crore land deal sparked a political storminMaharashtra? | Pulse Maharashtra
At the heart of a controversial land deal in Pune, which has created trouble for Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawars son Parth Pawar, is a government officer. An officer, who the government itself now says, is used to misusing his power. What is the land deal? Who is this officer? And why is it that a demand for a fair probe continues despite the appointment of a high level committee? We speak to RTI activist Vijay Kumbhar.
Shinde gets no relief from Amit Shah as BJP pushes ahead with 'expansion' plan
MUMBAI: Despite flagging the internal friction within the Mahayuti during his meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde reportedly did not receive any relief. Instead, Shinde was reportedly reminded that each party has the right to expand its base, and the BJP will continue to pursue its expansion agenda. Shah and Shinde reportedly held a 50-minute meeting in Delhi, during which the latter listed several complaints against Maharashtra BJP president Ravindra Chavan. Shinde reportedly expressed concern regarding Chavan's attempts to allegedly poach Shiv Sena leaders on the eve of the local body polls, as well as for what he described as step-motherly treatment within the BJP-led Mahayuti government. People familiar with the development said Shinde was categorically told that the BJP would not halt its expansion plan. If Shinde is concerned or worried about the poaching of his cadre and leaders, then he should control them efficiently rather than blaming another party. Besides, Shinde was also informed that the BJP is a national party, and many people want to join them, so they cannot prevent anyone from joining the BJP. The BJP will continue to pursue its expansion agenda. The internal issues of the government must be resolved at the state level only, one person said, requesting anonymity. He further added that the BJP top leadership has made it clear that for the 2029 Maharashtra Assembly elections, the party has a long-term plan to form the government on its own, without depending on allies. However, Shinde refused to share details of the meeting. He said he had not met Amit Shah to read out complaints against BJP leaders but to congratulate him on the Bihar victory. Shinde said he is not someone who will sit and cry, asserting instead that he is a fighter. He blamed the media for speculating about differences between the BJP and the Shiv Sena and blowing them out of proportion. Taking a dig at Shindes predicament, Uddhav Thackeray said Shinde went to meet Shah in Delhi like a small child who gets beaten by someone and then complains to his father, saying 'Baba yane mala marla' (Father, he has beaten me). Maharashtra Congress president Harshvardhan Sapkal said Shinde is worried about a split in his party and therefore went to Delhi to meet Shah. Shinde broke the Shiv Sena and became the CM of Maharashtra. Now he is being given a taste of his own medicine by the BJP. It is only a matter of time before the Shinde Sena becomes history in Maharashtra, Sapkal said.
Four more held in Delhi blast case, sent to NIA custody for 10 days
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IRCTC announces `Dazzling Dubai` tour for January 2026, check details
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Six killed as SUV falls into gorge in Maharashtra's Raigad district
MUMBAI: Six young men out for a picnic were killed after their SUV fell into a 400-feet gorge at Tamhini Ghat in Maharashtra's Raigad district, police said on Thursday. While the accident apparently took place in the early hours of Tuesday, police were informed only on Thursday morning, an official said, adding that the vehicle was traced with the help of a drone camera. The victims, aged between 18 and 22 years, had set off from Pune in a Thar SUV late on Monday evening, the police official said. Tamhini Ghat, a scenic mountain road linking Raigad and Pune districts, is a popular picnic spot. The parents of some of the men approached police after losing contact with them since Tuesday morning. Police traced their mobile phone locations to Tamhini Ghat, and personnel of Mangaon police station launched a search operation on Thursday morning, the official said. After coming across a broken safety railing along a curve in the road, police deployed a drone and found the SUV stuck in a tree in the valley, he said. There were no eye witnesses but it is suspected that the driver lost control of the wheel at the spot leading to the accident, said the official. A rescue team of Raigad Police and local volunteers recovered the bodies on Thursday afternoon, he said, adding that all the victims were identified. The bodies were sent to a government hospital and will be handed over to the relatives after autopsies, the official said.
Nepal: Tension continues to flare in Bara for 2nd day, authorities clamp curfew
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Thrashed Over Hindi-Marathi Row In Train, Thane Student Dies By Suicide
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Heroin, meth tablets worth over Rs 26 cr seized in Mizoram, 2 arrested
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Litti-Chokha to Makhana Kheer: A look at the lavish spread planned for guests
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Karnataka police to launch a hunt for robbery involved in Rs 7.11 crore heist
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Four feared dead as SUV plunges into deep gorge at Tamhini Ghat in Raigad
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WHO: 316 mn women and 12.5 mn adolescent girls worldwide faced sexual violence
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Two trains collide in Czech Republic, several injured
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IMD issues cyclone alert in Andaman, predicts heavy rains
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Leaders within the NCP Ajit Pawar faction are voicing discontent over the recently released 2025 Star Campaigners list. Allegations suggest a rift and discrimination, with some functionaries claiming that those upholding secular principles are being sidelined. This follows remarks made by Sangram Jagtap against a particular community.
Delhi: Three schools receive bomb threats, search ops underway
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JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar sworn in as Bihar CM for record 10th time
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Trump says tariff threat stopped India-Pakistan war; claims Modi, Sharif called
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Delhi air quality remains very poor for seventh straight day, AQI at 398
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Student death after 100 sit-ups: Teacher held, probe cites she knew of ailments; school violations
A Vasai teacher was arrested for culpable homicide after a 13-year-old student died following a punishment of 100 sit-ups with her bag. The student, who had known health issues, suffered lung swelling, according to the postmortem. The school also faces scrutiny for operating illegally and lacking infrastructure.
JDU chief Nitish Kumar to take oath as Bihar CM for record 10th time today
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Rajasthan Cabinet clears new diaspora department, Rs 15,600-crore energy JV
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After months of fighting it, Trump signs bill to make Epstein case files public
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Trump says will meet NYC Mayor-elect Mamdani in White House on Friday
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Brave cop killed in Chhattisgarh Maoist encounter
BHOPAL: A young inspector of Madhya Pradeshs elite anti-Naxal Hawk Force died after being hit by multiple bullets during a gun battle with armed Naxal cadres in the Kanghurra jungles of Chhattisgarh on Wednesday morning. Ashish Sharma, a decorated officer who had received two gallantry medals from the central government and formed the core of many critical Hawk Force operations, was struck by bullets fired by Naxal cadres near the tri-junction of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh around 8.30 am. Even after taking heavy fire, Sharma continued to lead his team. Bleeding from multiple wounds, he kept firing at the cadres hiding behind thick forest cover until he collapsed. His injuries were severe, with bullet wounds to his shoulder, abdomen, thigh and hands. He was rushed to the Dongargarh community health centre in Chhattisgarhs Rajnandgaon district, but he died despite doctors efforts to save him. We also had the helicopter ambulance ready to airlift him for life-saving treatment at a specialised centre, but he couldnt survive. Weve lost a brave inspector, who formed the core of our most crucial operations and had been awarded an out-of-turn promotion from sub-inspector to inspector this year only due to his key role in the February 19 encounter in the Raunda forests of Balaghat district, which had resulted in the elimination of four hardcore women naxal cadres, special DG (anti-naxal operations) Pankaj Srivastava told TNIE. At the time of the encounter, multiple joint combing and search operations were underway in the dense forests along the three-state border. The teams were acting on specific inputs about the movement of 1315 armed Naxal cadres in the area. The gun battle broke out early Wednesday, and combing operations are still in progress. Search operations after the incident led the cops to massive blood stains, backpacks and other materials, based on which massive damage (including possibly casualty) to the outlaws cannot be ruled out, Srivastava added. Sharma was a native of Gadarwara in Narsinghpur district and had joined the Madhya Pradesh Police as a sub-inspector nine years ago. He was promoted earlier this year in recognition of his outstanding service. According to reports from Narsinghpur, he was to be married in January 2026. Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav condoled the death, saying, He displayed unprecedented valour and courage during the joint operation by the police forces of the three states in the jungles of Chhattisgarhs Rajnandgaon district. His supreme sacrifice in the national campaign to wipe out Naxalism will remain unforgettable. Struck by Naxals bullets, he fought till the end Ashish Sharma, a decorated officer who had received two gallantry medals from the central government and formed the core of many critical Hawk Force operations, was struck by bullets fired by Naxal cadres near the tri-junction of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh around 8.30 am. Even after taking heavy fire, Sharma continued to lead his team. Bleeding from multiple wounds, he kept firing at the cadres hiding behind thick forest cover until he collapsed.
Over 50 crore electors receive forms in phase two of electoral roll revision
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Researchers develop worlds first portable underwater exoskeleton for divers
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Swiss Alps slopes contaminated by toxic ski wax chemicals
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Mumbai Diary | Fadnavis warning after Cabinet draft tampering
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is known as a strict and demanding administrator, yet some officers still try to meddle with his decisions. Recently, a senior officer altered a cabinet-approved draft and inserted clauses that served his own interests. When this came to Fadnaviss notice, he was stunned and immediately warned the officer for crossing the line. He said he would either start a departmental inquiry or an Anti-Corruption Bureau probe, with serious consequences such as suspension. People in Mantralaya say that when Fadnavis gets angry, the officer involved usually ends up with a weak post or a side posting. EC under fire over its confusing local poll order The Maharashtra Election Commission has again become a talking point for the wrong reasons. This time, it issued a resolution for nomination submissions but mistakenly attached the AB form used in local body elections. The A form confirms the official party candidate, while the B form lists the substitute candidate if the first one is disqualified. The commissions first resolution stated that both the main and substitute candidates would remain valid, which created confusion because a party cannot field two official candidates. After murmurs in the bureaucracy, a fresh order came on the last day of scrutiny. Power play resurfaces in secretarys appointment The ongoing power struggle in Maharashtra came to light again during the appointment process for a key post at the Slum Redevelopment Authority. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who handles the urban development department, sent a file recommending an officer close to him as the next SRA secretary. He expected CM Fadnavis to approve it. Instead, the file returned with a different name chosen by the chief minister. This left Shinde shocked and showed how his influence is slipping. Shinde has reportedly told close associates that in the current government, they cannot even appoint their own officers. Sudhir Suryawanshi Our correspondent in Maharashtra suryawanshi.sudhir@gmail.com
Kissing began 20 million years ago with our ape ancestors
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Congress dilemma in Upper House
NEW DELHI: Still reeling from its devastating performance in the Bihar Assembly elections, the Congress now faces a critical test of biannual Rajya Sabha elections, scheduled for early next year. With the partys Assembly seats shrinking in several key states and alliance leverage weakening, it may struggle to retain its influence in the Upper House. Elections for 75 seats in the Rajya Sabha are scheduled across April, June, and November 2026. While the BJP-led NDA is expected to make net gains, the elections may present an uphill task for the Congress with its weakened MLA base and rising internal dissent. The elections will see seats vacated across multiple states, including Bihar, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Himachal Pradesh, among others. Although Congress may lose some seats, it is likely to retain as many as nine seatsthree from Karnataka, two from Telangana, one each from Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh. With some seasoned leaders set to exit, the elections are viewed as crucial by many. Some of the leaders who complete their term in the Upper House include Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, veteran leaders Digvijaya Singh and Shakti Singh Gohil. Another leader who completes his term is senior advocate and Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi from Telangana in April 2026. While Kharge, whose term from Karnataka ends on June 25, 2026, is expected to be renominated for another term, says party sources. Kharge is the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha (LoP) as well. While veteran leaders may push for renomination, arguing that experienced voices are needed in the Upper House, a section of leaders also root for fielding fresh faces to revive the partys prospects in Parliament and state units. Although the official candidate selection process is months away, the sources say that some names are already doing the rounds. While Congress is expected to hold ground in Karnataka and Telangana, it risks losing seats in states where its footprint has shrunk. The partys hopes also hinge on coalition arithmetic in Maharashtra, where shifting alliances and fragmented mandates could influence the outcome Meanwhile, regional allies within the INDIA bloc will also play a critical role in negotiating seat-sharing arrangements, making strategic alliances more crucial than ever. Maharashtra will see seven seats vacant in April 2026, with Sharad Pawar (NCP-SP), Priyanka Chaturvedi (Shiv Sena UBT), and Union Minister Ramdas Athawale completing their terms. Congress is entering these elections with limited leverage. The Bihar election has reduced its bargaining power among the allies, said a senior party leader. Success will depend not just on numbers, but on negotiation skills and candidate selection. On the other hand, the BJP-led NDA, buoyed by strong Assembly numbers in key states, is expected to leverage its dominance to gain additional Rajya Sabha seats, further squeezing Congress. Kharge, Singhvi among those completing terms this year Some of the leaders who complete their term in the Upper House include Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, veteran leaders Digvijaya Singh and Shakti Singh Gohil. Another leader who completes his term is senior advocate and Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi from Telangana in April 2026.
US President Donald Trump, Saudi crown prince ink major deals
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Mumbai Police's Anti-Narcotics Cell has summoned social media influencer Orry in a Rs 252-crore drug case. This follows revelations by arrested drug supplier Mohammed Salim Sohail Shaikh, who allegedly organized parties attended by Bollywood celebrities and coordinated drug manufacturing and trafficking across several Indian states.
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KVS emerges Champion at 69th NSG U-19 Girls Taekwondo Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 19: Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) clinched the overall Championship at the 69th National School Games U-19 Girls Taekwondo Championship, organized by the Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS), J&K, under the aegis of the School Games Federation of India (SGFI) at the Indoor Sports Complex, Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu. KVS showcased a dominant performance, winning a total of 4 medals 1 Gold and 3 Silver amassing 22 points to secure the champion title. Maharashtra finished [] The post KVS emerges Champion at 69th NSG U-19 Girls Taekwondo Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Family first: BJP leads in dynastic politics in upcoming Maharashtra local body polls
MUMBAI: Maharashtra this year witnessed a disappointing trend of dynastic politics as at least 33 BJP leaders fielded their spouses, children and relatives in the upcoming local body elections scheduled on December 2, 2025. The BJP, the party that always speaks against dynastic politics, has fielded the largest number of candidates related to its leaders. A politicalobserver said that the fielding of candidates chosen from the families of ruling ministers and MLAs showsthat family bonds are valued more than commitment to the party. It means the dynastic politics, rather than ending, it is growing with leaps and bounds. And, interestingly, the BJP, which is most critical of dynastic politics, has fieldedalarger number of candidates from their family in this local poll. So, the power will not be decentralised, but it will be concentrated in a few people's hands only, he added. BJP ministers who have fielded their spouses for Panchayat president posts include: Girish Mahajan whose spouse Sadhana Mahajan is contesting in Jamner Nagar, Sanjay Savkare's spouse Rajani Savkare in Bhusaval Nagar Panchayat, and Mangesh Chavan's spouse in Chalisgaon Nagar Panchayat. In Dhule district, BJP minister Jaikumar Rawal has fielded his mother Nayan Kuwar Rawal, for the president of Shindekheda Nagar Panchayat elections. Interestingly, Nayan has been declared elected as the opposition candidate nomination paper was cancelled due to some reasons. BJP MLA Tanaji Mutkule from Hingoli has nominated the candidature of his son, Shivaji Mutkule. Shiv Sena MLA Kishor Patils spouse Sunita Patil is also contesting for the president of Pachora Nagar Panchayat post elections in Jalgaon district. Another Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwads spouse Pooja Gaikwad is also contesting the president post elections in Buldhana district. MLC Satyajit Tambes spouse, Maitheli Tambe, is contesting the Sangamner Nagar Panchayat president post elections. Priyadarshani Uike, daughter of Tribal Development Minister Ashok Uike, filed her nomination in theYawatmal district. Labour Minister Akash Phundkars sister-in-law, Aparna Phundkar, is contesting from Khamgaon. NCP is not far behind the BJP, the NCP minister Indranil Naik has fielded his spouse Mohini Naik for thepresident post of Pusad Nagar Panchayat elections. In theBadalpur Nagar panchayat election, 12 couples are contesting the corporator elections, while the Shinde Shinde-led Sena has nominated six members from one family in the local body elections. Former Shiv Sena MLA Suresh Gore nominated his spouse, Manisha Gore, for the Chakan municipal council election in Pune district.
Mumbai: Woman arrested for duping couple of Rs 27 lakh in visa fraud
Eknath Shinde Meets Amit Shah | Maharashtra Tensions Rise Over BJP Poaching Allegations | News18
According to sources, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde met Union Home Minister Amit Shah to express his growing unease over the conduct of the state BJP chief. Shinde has reportedly accused the BJP leadership in Maharashtra of poaching Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) functionaries, creating friction within the ruling alliance. n18oc_india News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
Maharashtra Dy CM Shinde meets Amit Shah a day after BJP poaches aide
Nitish Kumar set for record 10th oath as Bihar CM on Thursday; what to expect
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Bombay HC slams Maharashtra govt for inaction on illegal constructions
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'Some Leaders Trying To Spoil': Shinde Takes Mahayuti 'Concerns' To Amit Shah, Nadda
Sources said Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde highlighted his concerns over Mahayuti unity ahead of civic polls, and that some leaders are trying to undermine its prospects
MPs Elite Anti-Naxal Force Commando Killed in Maoist Attack in Chhattisgarh
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Navi Mumbai police visit Raj Thackerays residence for serving notice to son Amit
Anmol Bishnoi remanded in NIA custody for 11 days after extradition from US
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Mumbai airport to shut operations for six hours on Nov 20, 2025
We ride with heart and discipline, not hype, says Mumbai bikers
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Mumbai civic body floats tender for Shivaji Park upgrade
Maharashtra Teacher Held After Schoolgirl Dies Following 100 Sit-Ups Punishment
A teacher in Vasai was arrested after a 13-year-old girl died following punishment for lateness.
Maharashtra Dy CM Shinde misses official meetings, rushes to Delhi to get reprieve
MUMBAI: Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde skipped the scheduled official programs in Mumbai and on Wednesday rushed to Delhi to meet Union Minister Amit Shah to express his displeasure and grievances. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his ministers have been sidelined in the BJP-led Mahayuti government. Sources say that the ministers are feeling the heat of BJPs Operation Lotus that will weaken Shinde's and his party's base. Shiv Sena minister Pratap Sarnaik said that it is true that there are differences and they are feeling uncomfortable because the BJP is poaching Senas strong and influential leaders, but things will be resolved amicably. Shinde has been choked from all sides, and labyrinth kike of situation has been created for him and his people so they have no options but to accept the dictate of the BJP. Shindes man of Friend and developer, Ajay Ashar,who currently lives in Dubai, is no longer close to Shinde and expressed his helplessness to help me out in financial matters. On the other hand,no adequate funds have been allocated to the Sena ministers, and the decisions of the Sena ministers' department are taken by the chief minister's office (CMO) as well. Therefore, the Sena ministers are holding the positions for the sake without power and authority to execute it, said a highly placed source who requested anonymity. He further added that secretaries of the Sena ministers holding department has given clear instructions by higher-ups that without clear instructions, no decision and paper should move out and in. Shinde is facing double wrath: the future of the party and financial blocking. Therefore, he expects that his meeting with Amit Shah will bring some reprieve and solace to him and his confused party, said a source whorequested anonymity. On Tuesday, in protest, Shindes minister skipped the cabinet meeting and met CM Fadnavis to express their anger over the BJPs Operation Lotus. CM Fadnavisreprimanded them saying the Sena should first correct its conduct and then come to him with a complaint against the BJP. Meanwhile, after thereport of Eknath Shinde rushing to Delhi, CM Devendra Fadnavis held a meeting with DCM Ajit Pawar in Mumbai, who is also facing several critical issues.
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125 Indian nationals repatriated from Thailand via IAF flights
According to the Indian Embassy in Bangkok, this latest group brings the total number of Indians rescued from scam centres in Myanmars Myawaddy and repatriated via Thailand since March to 1,500
29,000 'Aspirational Toilets' to be built across States under Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0
NEW DELHI: Under its flagship Swachh Bharat MissionUrban (SBM-U) 2.0, the Centre is encouraging all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) to expand public toilet (PT) infrastructure at tourist destinations, high-footfall areas, and religious sites to meet growing sanitation needs. It has also been recommended that these facilities be classified as Aspirational Toilets. So far, 29,000 Aspirational Toilet seats have been approved under SBM-U 2.0. The mission aims to significantly enhance the user experience of public toilet services, supported by innovative models and solutions designed to ensure their long-term sustainability, said officials of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. The aspirational toilets include smart features, user-friendly designs, accessible-inclusive infrastructure,gender-neutral, child-friendly facilities and environmentally sustainable technologies. Across the nation, aspirational toilets were inaugurated on Wednesday on the occasion of World Toilet Day. Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh (5,131), Maharashtra (4,385) and Tamil Nadu (3,562) have the maximum number of Aspirational toilets. On the occasion, Sulabh International and World Toilet Organisation kick-started the three-day World Toilet summit with global stakeholders to accelerate sustainable sanitation, in which Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal and Union Minister for Jal Shakti CR Patil were present. Speaking on the occasion, Manohar Lal called for global cooperation on swachhata and sustainability. Across India and around the world, better and cleaner toilet systems are being put in place. In our country too, mindsets are changing and must change. After all, cleanliness is not judged by a tidy home or bedroom, but by the condition of ones toilet, he said. He also stressed the need for wastewater treatment, reuse, cleaner toilets, and faster behavioural change. He further underscored early sanitation habits in children and the importance of waste-to-wealth and circularity under SBM-U. Marking World Toilet Day, the ministry also launched Toilet Paas Hai & Main Saaf Hi Achha Hoon - a year-long advocacy drive to champion responsible toilet use. It is aimed at promoting responsible toilet use and hygiene habits across communities. A range of advisories and training resources has also been released to strengthen urban sanitation efforts, including specialised training modules.
Boy Killed, Several Injured After Bus Crashes Onto Platform At Nashik Bus Station | Video
A Maharashtra State Road Transport bus crashed at Sinnar bus stand in Nashik, killing a boy and injuring several others.
Western India heritage to take centre stage at Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav in Hyderabad
The nine-day festival will showcase traditions from Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Goa, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
Anmol Bishnoi Used Fake Passport To Enter US, Under The Name Bhanu Pratap
Anmol Bishnoi, a key accused in the murders of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique and singer Sidhu Moosewala, had got a fake passport made under the name Bhanu Pratap and had used that to illegally enter the US, officials said.
Seven Maoists killed in encounter in Andhra Pradesh; 50 held in major crackdown
Speaking at a press conference in Vijayawada, ADGP (Intelligence) Mahesh Chandra Laddha said three of those killed in an encounter on Wednesday were women
Nitish Kumar unanimously elected NDA leader ahead of govt formation in Bihar
Kumars deputies, Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, along with Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan and Bihar Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Dilip Kumar Jaiswal, were present during the announcement
Palash Muchhals house decked up for the wedding
Smriti Mandhana is set to marry singer-composer Palash Muchhal on November 20 in Sangli, Maharashtra. The wedding follows Team India's World Cup victory celebrations, with teammates like Harmanpreet Kaur excited for the reunion. The couple, dating since 2019, is preparing for their big day amid widespread anticipation and family involvement.
On Camera, 9-Year-Old Boy Killed As Bus Uncontrollably Rolls Onto Platform
A nine-year-old boy was killed, and at least four others were injured after a state transport bus rolled onto the passenger platform at the Sinnar bus stand in Maharashtra's Nashik district on Thursday.
IMD reports significant November temperature drop across India
An early-season cold snap is gripping much of India, with minimum temperatures significantly below normal across the northern plains, central India, and Maharashtra. Cold wave conditions are affecting several states, including Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, with Delhi experiencing its earliest single-digit minimum in over a decade. Persistent northwesterly winds are driving this unusual chill.
The UNESCO World Heritage wonder that Ankur Warikoo calls better than the Taj Mahal
Entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo shared his astonishment at the Ajanta and Ellora Caves in Maharashtra. He found the ancient monuments, especially the Kailasa Temple at Ellora, more impressive than the Taj Mahal. The Kailasa Temple, carved from a single rock, showcases incredible ancient skill. Warikoo urged everyone to visit these sites.
Solapur set to emerge as Indias new onion hub under Maharashtras policy push
With Maharashtra contributing over 35% of Indias onion output, the proposed terminal could strengthen supply chains, stabilise prices, and enhance domestic and export trade.
Mumbai: Repeat offenders sentenced to 15 years in drugs case
A 55-year-old repeat offender, Shakir Mohammad Hussain Retiwala, has been sentenced to 15 years of rigorous imprisonment and fined Rs 1 lakh for possessing over 7,000 bottles of codeine-based cough syrup. The cloth merchant was arrested in February 2020 by the Anti-Narcotics Cell during a patrolling operation in Chembur. The seizure, valued at approximately Rs 14.
