Maharashtra Charity Commissioner gives Tata Trusts seven days to respond to trustees complaints
Tata Trusts has been asked to respond to complaints filed by trustees Venu Srinivasan and Vijay Singh by October 12
Shinde meets PM Modi over Maharashtra drought, says Centre assures support for farmers
The hour-long meeting focused on the situation facing farmers, including water availability, agricultural conditions and the availability of fodder for livestock
Supreme Court quashes Bombay HC order directing Maharashtra FDA to pay 5 lakh compensation
The case dates back to June 12, when FDA food safety officers in Pune inspected the establishment following a complaint of food poisonining
Maharashtra Mandates 10% Water Cut Amid Al-Nino Concerns
The Maharashtra government has enforced a mandatory 10% water cut starting October 16, 2026, due to Al-Nino-induced rainfall shortages. Maharashtra Mandates 10% Water Cut Amid Al-Nino Concerns
Maharashtra Government Takes Action Amidst MPSC Student Protests
Maharashtras government responds to MPSC student protests by removing the secretary and considering changes to leadership roles. Maharashtra Government Takes Action Amidst MPSC Student Protests
Dorf Ketal arm plans 30,000 crore hyperscale data centre park in Maharashtra
Trentar Private Limited intends to invest 30,000 crore for a 500 MW green data centre park in Maharashtra. The company is assessing land options and aims to finalize evaluations within a month. An MoU with the Maharashtra government is expected to be signed soon. Permissions and approvals will be facilitated by the state government for the project under existing regulations.
Kin allege negligence after stillbirth at civic hospital in Vashi
IIT Bombay plans to relax exam schedules, introduce dean for student wellness
BMCs Participate Mumbai to bring 450-plus projects, partners on one platform
The project and agreement will be launched in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at 11 am at the BMC headquarters and civic general body hall. Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Ajit Pawar are also expected to attend
Eknath Shinde Meets PM Modi, Seeks Major Relief for Maharashtras Drought-Stricken Farmers
Maharashtras Deputy CM Eknath Shinde discusses drought relief with PM Modi, expressing hope for substantial government support for farmers. Eknath Shinde Meets PM Modi, Seeks Major Relief for Maharashtras Drought-Stricken Farmers
Bombay High Court declines to stay deletion of names from voters list in Maharashtra
The court was hearing a petition that sought safeguards against the exclusion of eligible voters and transparency in the methodology used for the SIR
Free hourly Navi Mumbai airport shuttle, Rs 170 e-bus rides announced
5,000 ASHA workers may get BMCs 6-month paid maternity leave
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde updates PM Modi on drought
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Boyfriend sexually abuses minor girl in Maharashtra and demands Rs 8 lakh, arrested
ED busts Rs 1,000-crore betel nut smuggling syndicate across Northeast
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 5 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday said it has unearthed a well-organised, multi-layered syndicate allegedly involved in smuggling foreign-origin areca nut into India through the India-Myanmar border and laundering the proceeds, with bank credits exceeding Rs 1,000 crore identified in accounts linked to the network. According to officials, the EDs Guwahati Zonal Office conducted searches on October 1 at 16 premises in Guwahati, Siliguri, Bagdogra, Phansidewa and Cooch Behar under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. The investigation was launched based on 11 FIRs registered by the Assam Police and West Bengal Police under various sections of the IPC/BNS and the NDPS Act against persons allegedly involved in smuggling, transporting and selling Indonesian, Thai and Burmese-origin areca nut. According to the ED, the consignments were brought into Mizoram through Myanmar and then transported to West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra and other states using forged GST invoices, e-way bills and transport documents. The agency said dried areca nut was ferried across the Tiau River at Zokhawthar in small lots, bypassing the Land Customs Station. Agents on the Myanmar side allegedly sold the consignments to front firms in India. These firms were allegedly registered in the names of local residents of Champhai who had no real stake in the business. The GST registrations and bank accounts were allegedly controlled by persons based in Silchar, Assam. From Silchar, the consignments were allegedly moved to godowns around Guwahati, where they were re-bagged and re-documented before being transported through the Siliguri corridor to consuming states. The ED said the operation involved Bikaner Assam Roadlines India Ltd and associated concerns allegedly controlled by Sushil Daga. Their bank accounts showed credits of several hundred crores from areca nut traders. The agency also alleged that protection money was collected from transporters to ensure safe passage of smuggled consignments. Searches at the premises of DNG Biotech Pvt Ltd, Jai Karni Tradings Pvt Ltd, Purvottar Agro Pvt Ltd, N R Associates and others led to the seizure of approximately Rs 95 lakh in unaccounted cash, digital devices, property and investment documents and bank records. Fixed deposits worth approximately Rs 85 lakh were also frozen. Further investigation is underway.
Mumbai immigration officials arrest three foreign nationals for using forged Indian passports
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Pune dairy case: SC quashes Rs 5 lakh compensation order against Maharashtra FDA
The Supreme Court has quashed a Rs 5 lakh compensation order against Maharashtra FDA in the Pune dairy case involving Gurunanak Dairy & Sweets, after the establishments food licence was suspended following a food poisoning complaint
Yari Road-Lokhandwala flyover deadline set for Dec 2027
BMC to map property tax, health grievances to relevant officers, set timeline for resolution
Mumbai Crime Branch Arrests Indore Man for Selling Malicious APKs To Cyberfraudsters
Congress Slams Maharashtra Government Over Tribal Students Arrests, Police Deny
Sapkal claimed that police personnel entered the party headquarters Tilak Bhavan in Dadar during the night and took some of the students into custody after threatening them.
Supreme Court sets aside Rs 5 lakh compensation cost imposed on FDA by Bombay High Court
2027 should be marked as Metro Year: Maha CM calls for completion of Metro routes
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 5 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday directed officials to designate 2027 as the Metro Year by clearing pending works and completing at least 70 km of Metro routes by next year. He instructed agencies to accelerate progress and expand the target of completing 36 km of Metro lines by December 2026 to 50 km. To complete infrastructure projects within stipulated timelines, at least 50 per cent of project work should rely on mechanisation, he said. Fadnavis also advised officials to address labour shortages through mechanisation while ensuring the availability of skilled workers. The Chief Minister was speaking during a Chief Ministers War Room meeting to review various infrastructure projects. Regarding Metro Line 2B (D.N. Nagar to Chembur), Fadnavis said a special 12-hour road block should be planned on Sundays, whenever required, to complete girder installation work near Juhu Circle. He said further road blocks should be decided after assessing progress while ensuring minimal inconvenience to citizens. The Chief Minister directed that the Sewri-Worli Elevated Corridor connection be completed and opened to the public before May 31, 2027. He said planning must be undertaken to prevent traffic congestion wherever a new road merges with an existing corridor. Immediate technology-driven solutions should be identified for traffic bottlenecks at Vakola Junction, along with necessary interventions at congestion hotspots on the Western Express Highway, he added. Fadnavis said the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and other agencies must maintain updated mapping of underground utility networks. A streamlined system should be developed so that such data is easily accessible during utility and infrastructure works, thereby reducing project completion timelines. At active infrastructure construction sites, guidance boards, barricades and other safety measures must be installed to ensure the safety of both citizens and workers. He also directed the establishment of an independent safety management company to develop a low-cost business model for such services. Reviewing the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Water Supply Scheme, Fadnavis said care must be taken to ensure that every household receives a tap connection. He said planning should be undertaken in a manner that avoids repeated road excavation while laying connections. Agencies must ensure that contractors do not merely complete routine work but actively achieve the targets set for the project, he added. The Chief Minister warned that contractors who delay projects or fail to complete them despite expiry of deadlines would face blocklisting. He also directed officials to expedite legal proceedings and land possession issues related to Metro Line 6 (Swami Samarth Nagar to Vikhroli). Fadnavis reviewed projects including the Sewri-Worli Elevated Connector, Metro Line 9 (Dahisar East to Mira-Bhayander), Metro Line 5 (Thane to Dhamankar Naka and Kasheli Depot), Metro Line 2B (D.N. Nagar to Diamond Garden-Mandale), Metro Line 6 (Swami Samarth Nagar to Vikhroli), and the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar City Water Supply Scheme, according to an official government release.
If modified voter form is cancelled, SIR applications may rise: Officials
HC defers hearing, says cant grant voter-list status quo mid-SIR in wake of SC order
FIR against three for assaulting and hanging stray dog in Dombivli
Honey Singh seeks more time from Maharashtra Cyber after skipping questioning
Navi Mumbai airport gets cheaper public transport options & free hourly shuttle to Mumbai airport
Supreme Court Overturns Compensation Order for Maharashtra FDA in Gurunanak Dairy Case
The Supreme Court has overturned a Bombay High Court order requiring Maharashtras FDA to pay 5 lakh in the Gurunanak Dairy case. Supreme Court Overturns Compensation Order for Maharashtra FDA in Gurunanak Dairy Case
Mumbai plans for climate failures before they strike: MMRDA, UCL join hands on AI, digital twins
Shyam Metalics & Energy to invest 50,000 cr in 9 mtpa steel plant in Maharashtra
The complex will generate about 10,000 direct jobs and 20,000 indirect employment opportunities.
Mumbai airport crackdown: Afghan, Bangladeshi, Nepalese nationals held with Indian passports
Maharashtra likely to extend PM Poshan scheme to Class 10
The scheme currently covers students from Classes 1 to 8. Fadnavis directed the School Education and Women and Child Development departments to formulate a joint policy for the scheme and issue necessary guidelines
Navi Mumbai International Airport rolls out multimodal connectivity ahead of winter schedule
Navi Mumbai International Airport is set to enhance its transport network with affordable options for passengers. Multiple services include buses, taxis, and airport shuttles, offering economical travel across regions. The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation will begin the e-Shivai bus operations on October 7 for passengers. Besides, ride-sharing services such as Bharat Taxi and Uber will be available starting October 10.
Rs 200 crore CSR racket: ED seizes Rs 21 lakh after searches at 8 locations in 4 states
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 5 (IANS) The ED seized Rs 21 lakh and digital evidence during searches at eight locations across Maharashtra, West Bengal, Gujarat and Delhi-NCR in money laundering cases linked to alleged bogus Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) donations worth Rs 200 crore, an official said on Monday. The searches conducted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), Mumbai Zonal Office-I, on October 1, 2026, have prima facie revealed a network of charitable trusts, trustees, CSR agents, middlemen and equipment suppliers involved in the diversion and recycling of CSR funds, the ED said in a statement. The searches were conducted under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, in the case of Dharmendra Kumar Chandraveer Singh and others relating to an alleged bogus CSR donation racket, the statement said. During the searches, cash amounting to Rs 21 lakh was seized. Various incriminating documents and digital devices were also found and seized during the search proceedings, it said. The ED investigation was initiated under PMLA based on an FIR registered at Juhu Police Station against Dharmendra Kumar Chandraveer Singh for offences under the Maharashtra Medical Practitioners Act, 1961, the National Medical Commission Act, 2019 and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, including offences corresponding to Sections 420, 467, 471 and 475 of the IPC, which are scheduled offences under the PMLA. Investigation revealed that Dharmendra Kumar Chandraveer Singh, despite not possessing any recognised medical qualification or registration with the Medical Council and having studied only up to Class XII, allegedly represented himself as a doctor and used the title Doctor for nearly three decades, the ED said. Capitalising on such representation and the credentials associated with the title of Doctor, he established and operated a network of charitable trusts and entities engaged seemingly in healthcare-focused CSR activities, through which substantial CSR funds were mobilised from PSUs and private corporates, the ED said. At least 40 PSUs and Public Sector Banks across the country have provided CSR donations to the trusts operated by the accused, the ED said. Several projects were only partially executed or not executed in proportion to the funds received, while vendor bills were inflated and excess funds routed through bogus or shell entities. Kickbacks and commissions were allegedly paid to intermediaries facilitating the CSR funding, the ED said. Investigation revealed that the trusts were projected as vehicles for funding the procurement of high-end medical machinery and equipment for hospitals and healthcare institutions, the ED said. When such institutions cited a lack of funds for procurement of the required equipment, they were connected with public representatives of the concerned area, who in turn issued recommendations for funding of such projects specifically through the trusts operated by Singh, the statement said. Enquiries have revealed that PSUs made CSR donations to these trusts primarily on the strength of such recommendations received from public representatives or their staff, it said. Investigation revealed that CSR contributions from private entities were returned substantially in cash to the contributors after deduction of a small commission, it said. Searches revealed a network of CSR agents and intermediaries who channelled CSR funds to the trusts, which were thereafter routed through shell entities controlled by market operators. Most of these entities have also been flagged in multiple GST fraud investigations, it said. The CSR mechanism was utilised as a conduit for conversion of accounted funds into unaccounted cash. CSR funds amounting to Rs 200 crore have been routed through the above mechanism, the ED said.
British Airways flight to Chicago descends to 9,000 ft after declaring emergency
British Airways flight BA295 from London to Chicago declared an emergency over Ireland, triggering the 7700 code and descending to around 9,000 feet, while the cause remained unknown and further details were awaited
Navi Mumbai Airport expands multimodal transport network ahead of winter flight schedule
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 5 (IANS) Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) is strengthening its public transport and ground mobility infrastructure ahead of the Winter Schedule 2026-27, with a wider network of buses, taxis, autorickshaws, car rentals, and airport shuttles aimed at improving connectivity across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Pune and the wider Mumbai Metropolitan Region, it was announced on Monday. The airport, operated by Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), is preparing for the Winter Schedule that will run from October 25, 2026, to March 27, 2027. As part of the expansion, the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) will launch e-Shivai electric bus services from NMIA on October 7. The first phase of MSRTC services will connect the airport with Dadar, Borivali and Pune. Fares from NMIA have been set at Rs 450 for Pune, Rs 210 for Borivali, and Rs 170 for Dadar East. Children below 12 years and women travelling with a National Common Mobility Card will be eligible for a 50 per cent fare concession. The Dadar-NMIA service will operate through Sion and Atal Setu, while the Borivali-NMIA route will connect CSMIA Terminal 1, Bandra, and Atal Setu. The Pune route will have two daily services, with one operating in the morning and another in the afternoon. MSRTC also plans to introduce services connecting NMIA with Thane and Nashik by mid-November. Private bus operator Chalo Bus is already providing 21 daily services connecting NMIA with Marol in Andheri East, Bandra, Dadar, and the World Trade Centre in Colaba. The operator is also adding capacity during peak periods to cater to passenger and airport employee movement. Within Navi Mumbai, Navi Mumbai Municipal Transport (NMMT) is operating seven dedicated airport routes, A1 to A7, linking Terminal 1 with Kharkopar, Targhar, Belapur, Nerul, Panvel, Khandeshwar and the Airport Project Office. Services between Belapur and Nerul are available every 15-20 minutes during peak hours, while further connectivity to Vashi and Panvel is planned. The airport is also expanding taxi and last-mile connectivity. Uber Go and Uber Premier will provide app-based cab services, while Uber Auto will cater to passengers seeking on-demand autorickshaw services for shorter journeys. Prepaid taxi and autorickshaw facilities, along with car rental services, are also being introduced at the airport. Bharat Taxi is scheduled to begin operations at NMIA from October 10 with a dedicated fleet of up to 40 vehicles, adding another option for passengers travelling to and from the airport. A complimentary inter-airport shuttle service is also being introduced between NMIA and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA). Operated by Cityflo, Aarya and Chalo, the shuttle will run every hour and provide passengers with a direct transfer option between Mumbai's two airports. Overall ground transport capacity at NMIA is being scaled up to 4,594 vehicles and services, including 3,787 app-based taxis, 184 car rentals, 171 autorickshaws and 547 buses. The airport is also deploying mobility signage, improved wayfinding systems and on-ground passenger assistance, with designated areas for buses, shuttles, arrivals, departures and private vehicles.
Maha govt mandates 10 pc water cut from Oct 16 amid El Nino concerns
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 5 (IANS) In response to a rainfall deficit attributed to the persistent El Nio phenomenon, the Maharashtra government on Monday announced proactive water conservation measures. Water Resources Minister Girish Mahajan directed all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across the state to implement a minimum 10 per cent mandatory water cut with effect from October 16, 2026. The decision follows micro-level reservoir and consumption planning undertaken by the Water Resources Department, aimed at stretching available water reserves until August 31, 2027. Drought conditions have already been declared in 265 talukas following the activation of Trigger-1 during the kharif season. Minister Mahajan outlined key directives aimed at preventing acute water shortages ahead of the summer season. Drinking water remains the highest priority. Water allocation calculations account for evaporation losses, siltation and unauthorised extraction through August 31, 2027, he said. He added that a mandatory 10 per cent emergency buffer reserve would be maintained in every dam. Dead storage reserves will undergo technical evaluation and be accessed if extreme conditions demand, he said. All Municipal Corporations, Municipal Councils and Gram Panchayats have been directed to enforce the 10 per cent reduction from October 16. Local bodies have also been instructed to launch targeted drives to plug leakages and operate Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) at maximum capacity. Treated wastewater must be reused exclusively for gardening, construction and washing purposes, the Minister said. Agricultural irrigation will receive the remaining water only after meeting human, livestock and fodder requirements. Irrigation supply will prioritise winter (rabi) cereal and fodder crops, followed by other rabi crops. Approval for perennial crops will be granted only if surplus reserves remain available. Micro-irrigation and water-saving methods will be strongly promoted. Industrial clusters have been directed to recycle and reuse a minimum of 30 per cent of their total water consumption. Joint monitoring squads comprising Revenue, Police and Water Resources Department officials will conduct regular patrols along dams, rivers and canals. Strict legal action will be initiated against offenders, including the immediate seizure of illegal pumps and equipment. Minister Mahajan urged citizens, industries and local authorities to cooperate closely, stating that strict discipline and conservation of every single drop would be critical to overcoming the anticipated dry spell. Earlier, to support farmers, agricultural labourers and affected rural populations, the state government extended a 12-point relief and concessions package for the 265 affected talukas. The government announced a full waiver of land revenue for affected farmers, restructuring of existing agricultural loans, and an immediate stay on the recovery of agriculture-related bank loans. It also announced exemptions and concessions on current electricity bills for agricultural pumps above 7.5 HP capacity, while pumps up to 7.5 HP are already exempt. Additional measures include a waiver of examination fees for school and college students in affected areas, relaxation of work norms under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act to maximise employment generation, and deployment of water tankers wherever drinking water shortages occur. Further, the government has issued strict directions against disconnecting power supply to agricultural pumps in scarcity-hit villages. Other measures include implementation of targeted distribution systems to prevent foodgrain shortages among farmers and agricultural labourers, ensuring adequate availability of cattle fodder, immediate execution of water conservation works in affected regions, and comprehensive planning for drinking water and livestock water needs in accordance with government directives.
Jhamtani Earns Great Place To Work Certification, Strengthening Its Focus on People and Culture
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], October 5: Jhamtani, a Pune-based real estate developer with a legacy spanning more than four decades, has been Great Place To Work Certified for September 2026-September 2027, following an employee workplace assessment conducted by Great Place To Work India, the organisation that certifies companies based on their workplace culture and employee experience. 93% of their people said Jhamtani is a place where trust, collaboration and leadership come together to create a great workplace.
ECI debunks Rahul Gandhis claims on Bihar SIR, Form 6
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) The ECI on Monday reiterated that the order for SIR in Bihar given on June 24, 2025, was issued with the unanimous approval of the Commission, dismissing claims made on social media by Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi. In a clarification issued along with Gandhis social media post, the Election Commission of India (ECI) said, The order for SIR in Bihar issued on 24 June 2025 was issued with the unanimous approval of the Commission. This order has been upheld by the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India in its judgment dated 27 May 2026. The Commission also highlighted its September 26 Press Notes section which said, The declaration attached to Form 6 for SIR has been upheld by the Supreme Court. For non-SIR period, the Forms applicable as per Rules (the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960) will be used. The ECIs clarification came close to Gandhis social media post, which said, It is now established beyond doubt that Gyanesh Kumar changed Form 6 illegally and unilaterally. This is just one more proof of him abusing his position to help the BJP. He and everyone else involved in this criminal assault on our democracy will be held accountable. The Press Information Bureau (PIB) also issued a Fact Check on Monday stating that the ECI has not pulled down the September 26 press note, through which it modified certain terms related to Form 6 for the non-SIR period, from its website. In a Fact Check and fake news alert, the PIB shared the ECI websites link to the September 26 press note, refuting claims made by the Cockroach Janta Partys Ashutosh Ranka on social media. The government advisory asked people, including those active on social media, to guard against rumours. Do not share unverified videos or claims. Check information against credible, independently verifiable sources before accepting or sharing it, said the PIB, the Centres nodal information dissemination agency controlled by the Information and Broadcasting Ministry. The September 26 note issued by the ECI had extended the SIR deadlines in Delhi and Maharashtra and countered allegations of friction within the Commission and revised the SIR notice-related procedure.
ECIs Sep 26 SIR press note never taken down from website: PIB Fact Check (Lead)
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) The Press Information Bureau (PIB) on Monday clarified that the Election Commission of India (ECI) has not pulled down the September 26 press note, through which it modified certain terms related to Form 6 for SIR and tasked BLOs to collect notice-related additional documents from voters homes, from its website. In a Fact Check and fake news alert, the PIB shared the ECI websites link to the September 26 press note, refuting claims made by the Cockroach Janta Partys Ashutosh Ranka on social media. The government advisory asked people, including those active on social media, to guard against rumours. Do not share unverified videos or claims. Check information against credible, independently verifiable sources before accepting or sharing it, said the PIB, the Centres nodal information dissemination agency controlled by the Information and Broadcasting Ministry. The September 26 note issued by the ECI had extended the SIR deadlines in Delhi and Maharashtra, countered allegations of friction within the Commission and revised the SIR notice-related procedure. On Monday, an ECI source said: The September 26 press note is available on the ECI website. Was never taken down. Earlier in the day, the Supreme Court issued a notice to the Centre and the ECI on a plea challenging the manner in which the powers of the poll panel were being exercised. The apex court was hearing a petition which raised the question of whether CEC Gyanesh Kumar was empowered to individually exercise or represent powers vested in the multi-member poll body. A Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana also sought responses from the three Election Commissioners after senior advocate Vikas Singh, appearing for the petitioner, submitted that the credibility of the ECI had been undermined and that the CEC was acting contrary to the statutory framework governing the poll body. The CJI-led Bench said that the top court would first require authenticated information on the allegations, stating that it could annul any decision if it is subsequently found to be unlawful. Let's first have authenticated information on that (the allegations). We can always annul any decision, the Supreme Court said. Vikas Singh alternatively urged the apex court to direct that, until the next date of hearing, decisions of the ECI should be taken only unanimously. However, the bench said that the Commissioners were expected to take unanimous decisions and, in the absence of unanimity, the matter was required to be decided by majority.
Maharashtra man arrested in cyber fraud case in Adilabad
Maharashtra man arrested in cyber fraud case in Adilabad
Three High Court chief justices appointed SC judges: Law minister
In a post on X, Union Minister for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal announced that the President, after consultation with Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, had appointed the three Chief Justices as judges of the apex court
SIR row: 'Who is accountable?' Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Anil Desai questions EC
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Anil Desai questioned the Election Commission's handling of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, raised concerns over voter deletions in Maharashtra and backed the Opposition's October 6 protest, demanding accountability for the issues surrounding the exercise
State scrutiny of pharma price mark-ups may lead to review of TMR policy
Drug regulators in Maharashtra, Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh are gathering data on price mark-ups, potentially strengthening the case for a review of trade margin rationalisation
Rahul Gandhi to join MPSC protesters in Pune on Oct 7, 8
MPSC aspirants are protesting in Pune, demanding reforms and the resignation of the MPSC chairman due to alleged paper leaks. NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar announced that Rahul Gandhi is expected to meet the protesters on October 7 or 8. The Maharashtra government has already terminated an MPSC secretary and initiated a judicial inquiry into the commission's functioning.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 5: The Appeal of Conscience Foundation presented Raj Subramaniam, president and chief executive officer of FedEx Corporation, with the Appeal of Conscience Award at the foundation's 61st Annual Gala, at The Pierre Hotel in New York City.
Three IAS officers transferred in major Maharashtra reshuffle
The Maharashtra government reassigned three IAS officers in a top-level reshuffle. Sanjay Khandare, a 1996-batch officer, was appointed Additional Chief Secretary of Forest, while Sanjay Yadav was moved to Tourism and Vaishnavi B posted as Additional Divisional Commissioner in Nagpur
Maharashtra CM Requests Judicial Probe into MPSC Paper Leak Scandal
Maharashtras CM seeks judicial inquiry into MPSC paper leak amid protests from candidates demanding accountability. Maharashtra CM Requests Judicial Probe into MPSC Paper Leak Scandal
WATCH: Dozens of vessels idle off Oman amid Strait of Hormuz disruption
Global oil stockpiles have fallen to alarmingly low levels, leaving energy markets vulnerable to further supply disruptions unless the Strait of Hormuz fully reopens, Saudi Aramco chief executive Amin Nasser said on Monday
Honey Singh fails to appear before Maharashtra Cyber for questioning
Yo Yo Honey Singh has sought more time to appear before the Maharashtra Cyber after skipping questioning on October 5 over allegedly indecent remarks made during a concert. The case stems from an FIR and complaint linked to the January incident
Make every festive pick a 10.10 with Tata CLiQ's flagship festive sale
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 5: Tata CLiQ is hosting its annual flagship 10.10 sale on Tata CLiQ Fashion and Tata CLiQ Luxury, from October 8 to October 18, 2026. With attractive offers across various categories, such as apparel, beauty, accessories, footwear, jewellery, watches, and more, it's indeed the best time to shop for everything one needs to celebrate in style this festive season, from elevated fashion and beauty to thoughtful gifting and refined touches for one's home. This sale, Tata CLiQ Fashion and Tata CLiQ Luxury have introduced a Festive Pass and Collectors Card, respectively, which offers customers additional offers and other perks that can be availed till 31 December 2026, allowing customers the opportunity to maximise savings on successive purchases along with free shipping, subject to T & C.
Minimum 10% water cut in Maharashtra urban, rural local bodies from Oct 16
The Maharashtra government on Monday said it will impose minimum 10 per cent water cut in all urban and rural local bodies from October 16 amid a deficient monsoon. State Water Resources Minister Girish Mahajan said his department had undertaken detailed dam-wise and use-wise planning of available water stocks up to August 31, 2027, keeping in mind the impact of El Nino and the possibility of a drought-like situation. Drinking water will be given the highest priority. All municipal corporations, municipalities and gram panchayats have been directed to implement a 10 per cent water cut from October 16, Mahajan said in a statement. The government has also directed local bodies to undertake special drives to prevent water leakage and operate sewage treatment plants at full capacity. Treated wastewater will be used for activities such as gardening, construction and washing, it said. Industries have been directed to reuse or recycle at least 30 per cent of the water used by them, ...
Maha braces for water crisis, orders 10% cut from Oct 16
The Maharashtra government announced a minimum 10 per cent water cut for all urban and rural local bodies starting October 16 due to a deficient monsoon and El Nino impact. The state is prioritising drinking water, planning for water stocks until August 2027, and implementing measures like preventing leakage, reusing treated wastewater, and curbing unauthorised extraction.
Nobel Medicine Prize: Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel honoured
Optogenetics involves controlling nerve signals with light, and helps researchers understand how specific cell types contribute to behaviours like learning, fear, addiction and movement. The trio were honoured for their discovery of a molecular switch for nerve cells, the Nobel Assembly said
First international cargo from Dibrugarh since 1947 sails to Bangladesh
The shipment, described as a significant milestone for inland water transport in the Northeast, is also being seen as a test of the Brahmaputra's potential as a commercial freight corridor connecting the region with overseas markets
The Maharashtra government will impose minimum 10 per cent water cut in all urban and rural local bodies from October 16 amid a deficient monsoon. The government has directed local bodies to undertake special drives...
Great Nicobar project: SC refuses Centre's plea against Calcutta HC PIL order
The Supreme Court refused to entertain the Centres challenge to a Calcutta High Court order allowing PILs over alleged Forest Rights Act violations in the Great Nicobar project. The HC will hear the pending matters on November 25-26, including issues concerning tribal rights
Rajya Sabha polls: BJP names eight candidates for Uttar Pradesh; check full list
The biennial elections for 10 Rajya Sabha seats in the country's most populous state are scheduled to be held on October 16. The announcement came a day ahead of the last date for filing nominations for the Rajya Sabha elections
Yo Yo Honey Singh skips Maharashtra Cyber questioning, seeks more time to appear
Rapper and music producer Hirdesh Singh, popularly known as Yo Yo Honey Singh, did not appear before Maharashtra Cyber officials on Monday after being summoned for questioning over allegedly objectionable remarks made during a concert....
Mumbai: NCW chief Vijaya Rahatkar holds POSH workshop, reviews security with top cop
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 5 (IANS) National Commission for Women Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar on Monday began a visit to Maharashtra, looking forward to interacting with working women and discussing issues related to empowerment and security. Her single-day visit kicked off with an awareness programme with employees of a private bank on the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act), according to a statement. She later visited the Tata Institute of Social Sciences and led consultations on state-specific laws with Maharashtra State Women Commission officials. Discussions with the Mumbai Police Commissioner on women's safety were also scheduled at the Commissionerate Office, the statement said. On Sunday, Rahatkar attended and gave away prizes at the state-level inter-collegiate debate competition organised by Manikchand Pahade Law College of the Marathwada Legal and General Education Society in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, said a statement. The topic of the competition was: Gen Z's Path is Conducive to Transformation. On this occasion, she interacted with the students, participants, and faculty members of the college. While sharing her thoughts on the competitions topic, the NCW Chairperson said, India is passing through a phase of transformation today, and in this journey, the youth class is not merely a spectator. The youth are India's largest stakeholders, India's greatest strength, and the most important force that will bring the dream of a developed India into reality. Therefore, let there be confidence in your minds, but along with that, let there also be humility. Acquire knowledge, but along with that, nurture curiosity as well. Have the courage to firmly express your opinions; but also maintain the patience to listen to others' opinions, she said. And most importantly, know your rights, be aware of your duties, and have faith in our Constitution. Because India's future is not shaped only in Parliament; India's future is also shaped in the classrooms of universities and colleges. These students of today will be the lawyers, judges, researchers, administrators, policymakers, and citizens who will lead society tomorrow, said Rahatkar. In a message on X, she said, The students ideas, values and faith in the Constitution will therefore play a crucial role in shaping the journey towards a Viksit Bharat.
Cong alleges police raid party's Maha HQ, arrest students
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 5 (IANS) Rapper and music producer Yo Yo Honey Singh was summoned by Maharashtra Cyber Cell for questioning on Monday. However, the rapper failed to appear before the Maharashtra Cyber. As per Maharashtra Cyber Cell, the rapper was asked to appear in person before the investigating officer through a notice, and record his statement. However, the rapper has sought more time from Maharashtra Cyber to appear before the investigating officer. The issue stems from a controversial remark by the rapper at one of his concerts in Delhi. Honey Singh had allegedly made indecent remarks during a concert. After this, a person filed a complaint against Honey Singh in Maharashtra Cyber. Based on this complaint, Maharashtra Cyber is investigating the case and Honey Singh was summoned for questioning in this regard. Earlier this year, Honey was seen making a sleazy remark in a viral clip, seemingly asking people to have sex in cars, a moment that left many social media users unimpressed and angry. He later addressed his controversial remark, as he posted a video on social media and tendered an apology. He earlier said in the video, A video of mine has been going viral on Instagram since morning, edited in a way that's offended many people. I want to tell you the whole story. My intention was never to hurt, insult, or offend anyone. A few days prior to the incident, I had interactions with a leading gynaecologist and sexologist who shared about the rising concerns of sexually transmitted diseases among the younger generation due to unprotected sex. This conversation stayed with me. While being a guest at the show of Nanku and Karun, and seeing a large number of Gen Z in the audience, I tried to convey a message about the importance of protection in a language which they would refer to which is used in OTT they watch, he added.
Maharashtra to impose 10 per cent water cut from October 16
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Rare feat in entire world: Eknath Shinde praises Capt Smit Machchhars bravery
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Always defame Hindus: BJP hits out at Congress on distorting Sanatan Dharma
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 5 (IANS) BJP MLA Ram Kadam on Monday hit out at senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh, accusing him of repeatedly attempting to defame Hinduism and questioning Singh's remarks on Sanatan Dharma. Kadam's remarks came after Singh accused the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) of distorting Sanatan Dharma and dividing the country along religious lines through the promotion of Hindutva. Singh's comments drew a sharp reaction from the BJP. The discourse in this country has shifted to constantly harping on Hinduism, driven by the RSS and the Vishwa Hindu Parishad promoting 'Hindutva', a term coined by Savarkar. Because of this, rifts have been created across the country between Hindus and Muslims, between Hindus and Sikhs, and between Hindus and Christians. India belongs to everyone. Unity in diversity is our strength, Singh said in a video posted on X. The 79-year-old Congress leader is set to undertake a 'Sanatan Swabhiman Yatra', a foot march from Ujjain to Ayodhya to protest what he described as the alleged exploitation of religion. He also claimed that the word Hindu does not appear in religious scriptures. Today, no one speaks of the Hindu religion; people speak of Sanatan Dharma. The word Hindu does not appear anywhere in our scriptures, be it the Vedas, Upanishads or Puranas. This is the Sanatan Dharma that the VHP and the RSS are distorting, Singh had said. Reacting to the remarks, Kadam told IANS, This is the same Digvijaya Singh who has always tried to defame Hindus. He linked our sacred saffron colour with terrorism. Kadam also turned to the construction and consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. When Ram Lalla's consecration ceremony was held in Ayodhya, and the idol was installed, he raised questions about the appearance of the idol. Congress leaders had such cruel and anti-Hindu views that the Ram Temple should not be built in Ayodhya, that the verdict should not come in favour of Hindus, and if it did, it should come late, he alleged. They still hold such views, and that is why they appointed their lawyers in the country's highest judiciary, Kadam added. The BJP MLA then reacted to the joint protest march led by Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray towards the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters on Sunday. The protest targeted Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Kadam questioned the nature of the protest and said, Was the Thackeray brothers' protest a protest or a fancy dress competition? Someone came dressed as Gabbar Singh, someone as the Election Commissioner, and many other impersonators. Perhaps it was a competition to see who could tell the most lies on stage. The leaders were telling lies one after another. A year ago, to be precise, 11 months ago, in November 2025, these same people took to the streets and protested, demanding the removal of names that appeared twice or thrice on the voter list and the names of fake voters, he said. Whose demand was this? It was the demand of those who launched the protest, and the Election Commission is currently carrying out the same work. Have they forgotten their own demands? Kadam asked. He also criticised the opposition leaders over their objections to electronic voting machines (EVMs). The EVMs they were talking about were introduced during the Congress regime. Even Congress members were speaking out against them, which is amazing. Uddhav Thackeray has been winning municipal elections for the past 30 years using these same EVMs, Kadam told IANS. Turning to the ongoing protest by Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) aspirants in Pune, Kadam said the state government stood with the students and had accepted their demands. We stand with the MPSC students, and the Maharashtra government has accepted their demands, including 100 per cent support from Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, he said. However, Kadam alleged that leaders associated with the Sharad Pawar faction were attempting to use the students' agitation for political purposes. Now, if leaders of the Sharad Pawar faction are deliberately trying to promote petty politics by infiltrating their workers under the guise of these students, it is unfortunate, he said. The Maharashtra government does not have the authority to fulfil the demands the students are protesting for. How can it assume the authority that rests with the President? This movement is not of the students; it is of the Sharad Pawar faction, Kadam alleged. Meanwhile, Monday marked the fifth day of the MPSC students' protest in Pune. The agitation has seen three groups emerge amid differences over the various demands raised by the aspirants.
France student protests: Up to 500 schools likely to be partially or fully shut
Hundreds of French high schools suspended lessons as students protested teacher shortages, overloaded timetables and deteriorating facilities. The movement has spread nationwide since September, with some protests involving vandalism and clashes, prompting government action
Jaipur: CBI court gives 7 years jail to ex-bank manager for Rs 3.61 crore fraud
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 5 (IANS) A Special CBI Court in Jaipur sentenced a former manager of Bank of Maharashtra to Rigorous Imprisonment (RI) for seven years, alongwith a fine of Rs 2.85 lakh, in a Rs 3.61 crore loan fraud in 2015, an official said on Monday. Ram Bharos Meena, the then Branch Manager, Bank of Maharashtra, Gopalpura Bypass Branch, was punished for fraud and forgery by the Special Court on September 30, the CBI official said in a statement. Co-convict Makhan Lal Meena, a private person, was sentenced to Rigorous Imprisonment (RI) for three years, along with a fine of Rs 25,000, the statement said. The CBI registered the case on November 9, 2016, based on the written complaint dated June 3, 2016, lodged by the Bank of Maharashtra, Zonal Office, Jaipur, The zonal office alleged that Ram Bharos Meena, the then Branch Manager, illegally sanctioned loans in 17 accounts between January 15, 2015 and May 6, 2015 without valid loan applications, documents or security. The actions of the then branch manager amounted to abusing official position and resorting to fraud and forgery, causing wrongful loss of Rs 3.61 crore to the bank, the zonal office said in the complaint. After investigation, the CBI filed a charge sheet on July 9, 2020 against the two accused, and charges against them were framed by the Special CBI court on December 1, 2021. The Special Court, after the trial, convicted and sentenced the two accused; accordingly, on September 30, the CBI said in the statement. In a similar case last month, a Special CBI Court in Jaipur sentenced three bank employees to seven years of Rigorous Imprisonment (RI) in a fraud case involving the unauthorised release of mortgaged securities and a loss of over Rs 12 lakh to Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC). The court, on September 18, convicted Ramji Lal Meena, the then Branch Manager; Murari Lal Meena, the then Special Assistant; and Than Singh Lashkar, the then Peon-cum-Housekeeper of Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC), Sheosinghpura, Lalsot, Dausa. The court sentenced all three to seven years of RI and imposed a fine of Rs 85,000 on each. The CBI had registered the case on February 1, 2019, based on a complaint lodged by the then Deputy General Manager of Oriental Bank of Commerce.
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Kuno National Park welcomes five cheetah cubs, Indias population reaches 60
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Sanjay Raut urges CM Fadnavis to address long working hours of Mumbai Police
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CM Fadnavis defends SIR, says voter-roll revision follows decades-old process
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MP woman bludgeons grandfather to death for behaving 'inappropriately' years ago
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Clastek Engineering Limited Filed DRHP With NSE Emerge
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