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As many as 766 farmers died by suicide in Maharashtra in three months: NCP-SCP MP Fauzia Khan
NEW DELHI: NCP-SCP MP Fauzia Khan on Thursday said in Rajya Sabha that as many as 766 farmers have died by suicide in Maharashtra in the last three months, and questioned when farmers will ecome dear to the government. Raising the issue during Zero Hour in the Rajya Sabha, Khan said Maharashtra leads the country in farmer suicides, with the state government informing the Assembly about the 766 deaths in three months. Of these, 676 families received government aid, while 200 were denied assistance, she said. Khan said that despite the announcement of a Rs 31,628-crore relief package following heavy rains and widespread floods this year, the ground reality was different. She pointed out that Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan had told the Lok Sabha that the ministry received no proposal from Maharashtra seeking additional aid. Under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF), Rs 4,176 crore was allocated to farmers, of which the Centre's share was Rs 3,180 crore, and Rs 82 crore was deposited into the bank accounts of 1,13,455 farmers, Khan said, citing Chouhan's response. The poor farmer is shocked by these numbers, she said. 767 farmers die by suicide in just three months in Maharashtra The NCP-SCP MP highlighted discrepancies in data, saying that while state Agriculture Minister Dattatray Bharne stated that floods affected 14.36 lakh hectares across 19 districts, the report sent to the Centre mentioned only 1,10,309 hectares. Where are the 14 lakhs, and where is the one lakh? This is unfair and a joke with the farmers, Khan said. She emphasized this was not a routine seasonal setback but a massive agricultural disaster affecting lakhs of farmers, and argued that coverage under the current crop insurance framework remains inadequate. I have a question to the government. When will the farmers become dear to the government? Khan asked. 'System is killing them': Rahul slams Modi govt over rising farmer suicides in Maharashtra
Video: Bar Staff Beaten For Refusing To Serve Alcohol Post Closing Hours In Maharashtra
A bar staffer in Maharashtra's Chandrapur district was brutally assaulted after he refused to provide water and liquor post closing hours.
Bombardier delivers first Global 8000, fastest civilian aircraft since Concorde
Patrick Dovigi, a former Canadian hockey pro who later built a successful business career, received the first delivery
Global peace pacts hailed by Trump show signs of unraveling
Fighting surges in Congo and Cambodia-Thailand border
Maharashtra BJP chief meets Home Minister in New Delhi
In a late-night meeting with Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP chief Ravindra Chavan briefed him about the recent political developments in Maharashtra
Why question Rahul when PM Modi flies more: Priyanka Gandhi
The BJP took a swipe at Gandhi over his visit, saying, Rahul is LoP leader of Paryatan.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor refuses award named after VD Savarkar
Tharoor said that he will not accept the Veer Savarkar Award and also wont attend the event where it will be presented in the absence of clarifications about its nature or the organisation presenting it
Coal Remains India's Energy Backbone, House Committee Report Reaffirms 1.5 Bn Tonne Target For 2030
Odisha is expected to produce 494 MT by 2030, followed by Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand and West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra by 2030
Pune shivers as winter deepens; further temperature dip expected
North winds bring sharp drop in temperature across Maharashtra, with Pune, Solapur under yellow alert and several districts set to witness chillier weather
Two fake Ayurvedic practitioners held, cops warn people against such gurus in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: City Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh has appealed to people not to seek any treatment from Ayurvedic practitioners operating from roadside tents as many of them are uncertified. This comes in the backdrop of the arrest of two self-proclaimed Ayurvedic gurus for cheating a software engineer by promising to cure his sexual health problems. At a press conference on Wednesday, Singh said the Jnanabharathi police have arrested two people for cheating a man by promising to cure his ailment. The victim later developed severe health complications due to the medicines given by the accused. All divisional deputy commissioners of police have been instructed to verify roadside Ayurvedic tents, and to remove those operating illegally. Vijay Pradhan Chitodiya (42) and Manoj Singh Chitodiya (29), residents of Maharashtra and hailing from Gujarat, have been arrested for cheating the software engineer. The police said 29-year-old Akhilesh (name changed), who was depressed about not having a child and frustrated with delays in allopathic treatment, had approached a roadside tent run by the self-styled Ayurvedic gurus. The accused promised him a quick cure, but in the end, he lost Rs 48 lakh and suffered kidney damage after consuming the herbal medicines prescribed to him. The police added that the prime accused was arrested in Telangana, and based on his information, his associate was arrested in Cyberabad. About 17 types of Ayurvedic medicines, a tempo traveller used for the offence, and Rs 19.50 lakh in cash have been seized from the duo. Both have been remanded to judicial custody.
Maharashtra explores amnesty for old traffic fines and FASTag-based collection
CM says it will also see whether penalties can be collected directly via FASTag
Maharashtra government considers mandatory two-wheeler parking
Fadnavis admits DCR gaps as government moves to fix chronic shortage in new and redeveloped buildings
Ruling Maharashtra Alliance To Fight Civic Polls Together: State Minister
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule has said that the ruling Mahayuti alliance in the state will fight the forthcoming Zilla Parishad and Municipal Corporation elections as a united front.
We must learn lessons from horrific Goa tragedy
Have visible signage about where exits are placed. Lifts must have the do not use in case of fire signs
The Bombay High Court questioned if the deputy chief minister's son was being protected in a controversial Pune land deal case, as he was not named in the FIR. Real estate businesswoman Sheetal Tejwani, arrested in connection with the deal, withdrew her pre-arrest bail plea. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated the government would not protect anyone found guilty.
Demolition of decades old Optic Building clears way for SATIS Flyover in Kalyan; Deadline Feb 2026
Docs: Viral infections & pollution putting even newborns in sickbay
Cant frustrate right of accused to seek default bail: Bombay high court
1/3rd of Metro 3 users on CSMT-Cuffe Parade stretch, traffic eases on SoBo roads
Vasai schools registeration to be cancelled following death of 13-year-old student due to punishment
Maharashtra Government Told To Stop Toll Tax Collection For EV Cars
Speaker Narwekar, however, criticised the delay, stating that toll collection despite a clear policy and GR amounted to a failure to fulfil the governments commitment to promote EV adoption.
Tipplers swap shots for pints as states shake up liquor laws
Tipplers in Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal, and Meghalaya are choosing beer over hard spirits. This shift follows changes in taxation and retail expansion. Beer sales have surged significantly in these states. This trend indicates a move towards more moderate alcohol consumption and increased government revenue.
Govt to probe extremely low bids for repair of cessed SoBo bldgs
LPG cylinder explodes in chawl, 3 hurt
MLA: Need law to curb attacks over language
2029 Polls Under PM Modi's Leadership: D Fadnavis On Marathi PM Remark
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has firmly asserted that the NDA will contest the 2029 Lok Sabha elections under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Shiv Sena seeks 90-100 seats in BMC polls as Mahayuti discusses seat sharing
Two-year-old girl goes missing at Thane station, found safe at Ambernath railway station
Lift malfunctions at Thane hospital injuring four people
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Biker shot on Neral road: Two held after 8-day hunt
Maharashtra recorded more than 30 lakh dog-bite cases over past 6 years: Shinde
Acknowledging a sharp rise in dog-bite cases in both rural and urban areas, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde informed about the cases data at the state assembly on Wednesday
Mumbai Housing and Area Development Board invites online tenders for 16 amenity plots
PM Modi talks with Netanyahu; reaffirms zero-tolerance on terror
According to a press note issued by the Prime Ministers office, PM Modi reaffirms Indias support for efforts towards a just and durable peace in the region
Mumbai: Man loses 1.2 lakh in sextortion scam, FIR filed
The teacher used to come to school drunk every day and, instead of teaching, would use abusive language with the students.
Court allows accused to turn approver in Seepz corruption case
38 Mumbai pharmacies shut for cough syrup sales without prescription: Minister
Marathi row: No HC relief for ex-MNS worker booked for advocates assault
Mumbai: 80-year-old man duped of 26 lakh in digital arrest scam
Maharashtra nears Maoist elimination as 11 top cadres surrender in Gadchiroli
MUMBAI: Maharashtra moves closer to eliminating the Maoist threat by March 2026 as 11 senior Maoist cadres, including four commanders with a combined bounty of Rs 82 lakh, surrendered before state police chief Rashmi Shukla in Gadchiroli. Among the surrendered leaders were divisional committee members Ramesh alias Baju Lekami and Bhima alias Kiran Hidma Kowasi. Lekami, associated with the movement since 2004, served as president of the Edasgondi Gaon Panchayat Janatana Sarkar before becoming a divisional committee member in Bhamragad. Kowasi joined the Maoist ranks in 1998 and became a divisional committee member in 2019. Gadchiroli police said the surrenders deliver a major blow to Maoists in the Dandakaranya region, spanning Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, and Telangana, marking one of the biggest successes since the surrender of Maoist Politburo member Bhupathi alias Mallojula Venugopal Rao in October, along with 60 others. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis had handed over a copy of the Indian Constitution instead of weapons during that program. Police Chief Shukla described the fresh surrender as the beginning of the end of Maoism in Gadchiroli and reaffirmed the commitment to the Union governments March 31, 2026, deadline to eliminate the Left-wing insurgency. She said 112 Maoists have surrendered in Gadchiroli this year alone. The surrender ceremony at Eklavya Hall also saw officers and personnel of the elite C-60 anti-Naxal unit felicitated for operations in the remote Laheri forest, which led to 61 Maoists surrendering and the recovery of 54 firearms. Other surrendered Maoists included Poriye alias Lucky Adama Gota, Ratan alias Sanna Masu Oyam, Kamala alias Rago Iriya Veladi, Poriye alias Kumari Bhima Veladi, Ramaji alias Mura Lacchu Pungati, Sonu Podiyam alias Ajay Sanu Kato, Prakash alias Pandu Kundra Pungati, Sita alias Jaini Tonde Pallo, and Sainath Shankar Made. The surrenders follow intensified anti-Maoist operations across India, with security forces killing over 270 Maoists in the past year in Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Bihar, Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. So far, more than 1,225 Maoists have surrendered, and 680, including top leaders, have been arrested. The killing of Maoist chief Nambala Kesava Rao, alias Basavaraju, on May 20, marked a major milestone in the fight against the insurgency. According to the Union government, the number of Left-Wing insurgency-affected districts has fallen from 18 in April to 11, signalling significant progress in curbing the movement.
1-year-old completes 100 meter swim, enters Indias Book of Records
Mumbai: In Maharashtras Ratnagiri, a one-year-old has set the record of the youngest child to swim 100 meters, securing a place in the India Book of Records. The young swimmer Veda Pareshs achievement was publicised in an Instagram post, which shows the official mail from the Book of Records. The email stated that Veda completed 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 .
Why question LoP when PM spends half his time abroad?: Priyanka Gandhi
Priyanka Gandhi hit back at the BJP for criticising Rahul Gandhis Germany trip, arguing that the Prime Minister himself spends a significant amount of time overseas
I Was Able To Do What No One Could: Devendra Fadnavis On Thackeray Reunion
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis jocularly took credit for the reunion of Thackeray cousins Uddhav and Raj Thackeray, saying, I was able to do what no one could.
LoP Rahul Gandhi challenges Amit Shah to debate on his 3 PCs on `vote chori`
A heated showdown was witnessed in the Parliament during the Winter Session on Wednesday as Home Minister Amit Shah and LoP Rahul Gandhi sparred over allegations of vote chori. Shah defended the Special Intensive Revision process, while Gandhi challenged him to a debate on his press conference claims
The BJP and Shiv Sena have decided to bury their differences and contest the polls to Asia's largest civic body -- the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) -- together as part of the Mahayuti. They also agreed to set up a coordination committee to resolve any differences. In a meeting, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde, state BJP president Ravindra Chavan and revenue minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule decided to forget the bitterness that arose during the recent local body elections and contest the upcoming district panchayat and municipal corporation polls, including the BMC elections, together rather than separately. Bawankule, a senior BJP leader, said instructions will be given to local leaders to sit together and start discussions on seat sharing. We are confident that 90 per cent of the issues will be resolved at the local level, while any remaining issues will be resolved at state level. We decided that there will be four representatives from each party who are empowered to discuss the issues, he said. The Shiv Sena is demanding 80 to 90 seats in the BMC. However, the final decision will be taken later. There are no disputes and differences in the Mahayuti. We had only differences of opinion. We decided to bury the differences and start planning for the upcoming elections, he added. Bawankule further said that the Mahayuti is targeting more than 51 per cent votes in the upcoming elections. The situation is very positive for the Mahayuti. We have undertaken a lot of development work along with several welfare schemes. Therefore we are confident that the people of Maharashtra will cast their votes in favour of the Mahayuti in the upcoming elections as well, he said. Political observers said the Mahayuti leaders realised that if they continue to fight among themselves, it will be tough for them to win the BMC elections for which Uddhav and Raj Thackeray have decided to join hands. The consolidation of voters will be a major plus point for the Thackerays therefore the Shinde-led Shiv Sena's role is important to break this matrix. The BJP knew that on its own it will be tough to win the BMC so they announced that the next mayor of Mumbai will be decided by the trio of Fadnavis, Shinde and Ajit Pawar, said an analyst.
UP: Woman dies after quack, his nephew perform surgery watching YouTube video
The incident took place in the Kothi police station area, where the duo was allegedly running a clinic without valid authorisation
Hindu organisation seeks stringent anti-love jihad law in Maharashtra
Thane: The Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS), a right wing organisation, on Wednesday urged the Maharashtra government to enact a stringent law against love jihad during the winter session of the state legislature currently underway in Nagpur. Love jihad is a term used by right-wing groups and activists to allege a concerted effort by Muslim men 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 .
Nightclub fire: Delhi court grants transit remand of Ajay Gupta to Goa Police
Delhis Saket Court has granted a 36-hour transit remand of Ajay Gupta to Goa Police in connection with the nightclub fire that killed 25 people. Gupta, who was arrested in Delhi, will be taken to Goa for further investigation. Meanwhile, two other accused have fled to Thailand as the probe intensifies
Bombay HC questions absence of Ajit Pawars son from FIR in Pune land scam case
MUMBAI: The Bombay High Court on Wednesday questioned the absence of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawars son, Parth Pawar, from the FIR in the Pune land scam. Parth Pawar is linked to a 40-acre prime land deal in Pune. His firm, Amadea Enterprises LLP, purchased Mahar Watan land valued at around Rs 2,000 crore, allegedly securing a waiver of Rs 25 crore in stamp duty and registration fees by claiming plans to develop an IT hub. The massive transaction was executed on a Rs 500 stamp paper. During the hearing, the High Court expressed surprise that although the firm belonged to Parth Pawar, his name was not included in the FIR. Police have filed a case against six people and arrested two. Notably, Parths partner, Digvijay Patil, who holds a 10% stake in the firm, is named in the FIR, while Parth, who owns 90%, is not. Justice Madhav Jamdhar, hearing the bail plea of accused Sheetal Tejwani, asked why she approached the High Court when her application was pending before the Pune City Civil Court. The bench also asked the state-appointed public prosecutor whether this was the case involving the DCMs son. After confirmation, the judge pressed further, Why was Parth Pawars name missing from the FIR? Police said the investigation was ongoing. Expressing dissatisfaction, the bench directed Tejwanis lawyer to withdraw the bail plea immediately. Maharashtra Congress president Harshvardhan Sapkal said the High Court raised the same questions the Congress has been asking - why Parth Pawars name is missing from the FIR despite being the major owner of the firm involved. Social activist Anjali Damani, who is pursuing the case, demanded an FIR against Parth Pawar and urged Ajit Pawar to resign as DCM to enable a fair probe.
Maharashtra: AIU siezes 2.29 kg of hydroponic marijuana at Pune Airport
In a major anti-narcotics operation, the Pune AIU seized 2.29 kg of hydroponic marijuana worth Rs 2.29 crore from a Bangkok passenger at the city airport, while the DRI dismantled a clandestine mephedrone factory in Wardha, seizing 128 kg of drugs worth Rs 192 crore and arresting three accused
176 retailers, 39 wholesalers lose licences over substandard medicines in state
In a written reply to a question raised by BJP MLA Amit Satam and others, Food and Drug Administration Minister Narahari Zirwal said that as part of a special FDA campaign, samples of cough syrup and other medicines were sent for testing and analysis
Porsche car crash: Two Pune cops dismissed over lapses in investigation
The high-end luxury car allegedly driven by the minor under the influence of alcohol knocked down two motorbike-borne IT professionals, one of them a woman, in Pune`s Kalyani Nagar area in the wee hours of May 19, killing them
Watch: Leopard, Tranquilized, Struggles To Climb Roof After Injuring 7 In Nagpur
Seven people were injured after a leopard entered a densely populated area in Maharashtra's Nagpur city on Wednesday morning and attacked the residents.
Amid Rising Attacks, Maharashtra MLA Turns Up As Leopard To Assembly
The winter session of Maharashtra's legislative assembly witnessed an unusual sight on Wednesday when an MLA turned up wearing a leopard costume, complete with an artificial fur coat and a big cat mask.
DPR underway for doubling 263 km of Konkan Railway: Minister
Konkan Railway has a total route km of 739 km from Roha in Maharashtra to Thokur in Mangaluru of Karnataka, which passes through difficult terrain of Western Ghats
11 Naxalites with Rs 82-lakh bounty surrender before Maharashtra DGP
According to the police, a large number of Naxal cadres have become disillusioned by what they termed the hollow Maoist ideology, frustrated by the violence inflicted on civilians, and are drawn towards the states surrender-and-rehabilitation policy
Volkswagen offers early exits to India plant workers as it restructures operations
Volkswagen India is offering early retirement to its 2,300 factory workers as part of a broader restructuring to boost growth in the country. Both plants in Maharashtra are operating below capacity, and the voluntary scheme, supported by worker unions, provides financial incentives based on years of service.
Over 1,300 stations being revamped under Amrit Bharat scheme: Vaishnaw
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw described it as the worlds largest station redevelopment programme and said it has transformed how India plans and upgrades railway infrastructure
CM Rekha Gupta says, `Delhi undergoing major transformation to boost tourism`
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the national capital is witnessing major reforms to strengthen tourism and improve governance by removing long-pending systemic bottlenecks
Indian-origin man gets 25 years in jail for murder in Australia
An Indian-origin man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the murder of a 24-year-old woman on a Queensland beach in Australia in 2018
Train accidents down from 135 in 2014-15 to 31 in 2024-25: Vaishnaw
Vaishnaw said that the government has greatly increased spending to improve railway safety. The budget for safety measures has almost tripled, rising from Rs 39,463 crore in 2014-15 to more than Rs 1.16 lakh crore for 2025-26
Maharashtra averages 1,369 dog bites every day over last six years
Maharashtra has recorded more than 30 lakh cases of dog bites in the last six years, while 30 persons died of rabies between 2021 and 2023, says Eknath Shinde
500 kg of beef seized from car in Nashik; one arrested
According to the police, activists of the Bajrang Dal attempted to stop a car travelling towards Nashik from Ahilyanagar on the NashikPune national highway on Tuesday after receiving a tip-off. When the driver refused to halt, the activists chased the vehicle and intercepted it near Jetwannagar
Maharashtra MLA Dons Leopard Costume During Assembly Session | Watch
Sharad Sonawane donned a leopard costume at the Maharashtra Assembly's Winter Session to protest against the rising incidents of leopard attacks.
Goa nightclub fire: Co-owner Ajay Gupta taken to Delhi Crime Branch
Wearing a mask which covered most of his face, Gupta made the brief remark while entering the crime branch office at Sunlight Colony. He was later taken to LNJP Hospital for medical tests before being moved to Saket Court for transit remand
Indigo flight cancellations: DGCA summons airline`s CEO Pieter Elbers
Amid the nationwide chaos caused by mass IndiGo flight cancellations, the DGCA has summoned the airline`s CEO, Pieter Elbers, to appear on Thursday with a detailed report on disruptions, crew shortages and refund status. The regulator has also formed a four-member panel to probe planning failures
FRAI claim business crisis, urges govt to support in competing with e-commerce
FRAI highlighted that platforms offering deep discounts, fast delivery and heavy marketing are reshaping consumer behaviour. As a result, local grocery and kirana shops are losing customers and experiencing a sharp fall in sales
BJP receives 1,350 applications for Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar civic polls
The BJP has received 1,350 applications from aspirants seeking tickets for the upcoming Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation elections. With 115 wards and polls expected in January 2026, the party says it is a step ahead in its preparations
Delhi airport says, `Operations running smooth across all terminals `
Delhis IGI Airport on Wednesday amid Indigo flight cancellation assured passengers that arrivals and departures are operating normally across all terminals, even as flight disruptions elsewhere keep authorities on alert
Bride seeks divorce three days after wedding in Gorakhpur, says groom physically incapable
A Gorakhpur bride sought divorce three days after her wedding when her husband confessed to infertility on their first night. Meanwhile, a Maharashtra case exposed a suspected marriage racket where a bride allegedly attempted to flee hours after a Rs 1.90 lakh arranged ceremony. Both incidents highlight sudden marriages facing scrutiny.
Tripura Minister faces complaint over alleged fake education certificates
A Congress leader has lodged a police complaint against Tripura minister Tinku Roy, alleging fake educational certificates and suppression of a pending criminal case in election affidavits
Jaya Bachchan demands dedicated emergency lanes for ambulances
NEW DELHI: Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan on Wednesday demanded dedicated emergency lanes on roads for ambulance movement, saying that in India, groceries reach doorsteps in under 15 minutes, pizzas in 30 minutes, but patients bleed to death due to the delay in reaching the hospital. Raising the issue during the Zero Hour in Rajya Sabha, Bachchan demanded that the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health should also look into the issue of patient death due to the delay in reaching the hospital. In a country where groceries reach doorsteps in under 15 minutes, pizzas in 30 minutes via quick commerce platforms, patients bleed to death because ambulances get trapped in traffic, lacking dedicated emergency lanes, despite the Supreme Court's 2018 directive. No national data tracks these tragedies, Bachchan said. 60 per cent of ambulances arrive late, with urban delays averaging 15 to 30 minutes due to an absence of green corridors and police escorts, missing the golden hour for 55 per cent of accident victims. No dedicated lanes on highways, despite the National Ambulance Code 2016. These critical failures need to be taken notice of and dealt with immediately, she stated. She suggested an immediate nationwide mandate for dedicated emergency lanes, with AI traffic signals, prioritizing ambulances, 30-second green corridors, enforcing the Supreme Court's 2018 ambulance corridor directive via Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, penalties on violators, and a high-level probe into ambulance delay deaths. BJP MP Rekha Sharma demanded a gender-sensitive mental health facility for traumatised women in the country. She drew attention towards the severe shortage of accessible gender sensitive mental health support, particularly for survivors of violence, harassment and trauma. While the Modi government's initiatives, such as Tele Manas and district mental health programmes, are commendable, some gaps persist, especially in rural, marginalised, and low-income communities, she said, adding that lack of awareness and scarcity of trained professionals prevent countless women from receiving timely care. Survivors of domestic violence, cyber harassment, acid attacks, trafficking and workplace abuse frequently carry long-lasting psychological scars, she told the House. The mental health system that should support them remains fragmented and under-resourced, she pointed out. She urged the government to deploy dedicated women's mental health counsellors at centres, police stations, and hospitals, ensuring immediate and specialised assistance. Tele Manas outreach should be expanded and integrated with women's helpline, self-help groups, and Anganwari worker network, she said. Mizo National Front MP K Vanlalvena demanded the central government's intervention in the issue of income tax officials harassing tribals of Mizoram. He informed the House that tribals living in specified areas in Mizoram are exempt from Income Tax and should not be harassed by Income Tax officials. BJP MP Laxmikant Bajpayee demanded the setting up of more benches of the high court in Uttar Pradesh, referring to the high pendency of cases in the courts. Subhah Barala (BJP) demanded that the Central Pollution Control Board should carefully look into the issue of water pollution in the country from various sources, which is affecting the lives of people in the country. Sumer Singh Solanki (BJP) asked for government intervention to deal with the high rate of accidents on National Highway Number 3, Sendhwa in Barwani district. He pointed out incidents of road accidents in the Bijasan Ghat area, located on the border of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. The MP demanded building a new road in the area to stop the high incidence of accidents in the area. Manoj Jha (RJD) demanded uniform minimum wages for skilled workers in the country, saying that these are less than what workers of Bihar get in Tamil Nadu or Kerala. AAP MP Swati Maliwal highlighted the issue of sand mining in Punjab and demanded an inquiry into the issue, saying this caused man-made devastating floods in the state this year. Amar Pal Maurya (BJP) demanded setting up an agricultural university in Pratapgarh district.
Looking for least expensive stocks? Here are top 5 with lowest price-to-earnings ratio
Five stocks currently trade at among the lowest price-to-earnings levels, indicating relatively inexpensive valuations. Power Finance Corporation leads, followed by REC, LIC Housing Finance, Bank of Maharashtra and Bharat Petroleum. Strong mutual fund holdings and Value Research ratings highlight continued institutional confidence despite subdued valuation multiples.
Licences of 176 retailers, 39 wholesalers cancelled over substandard medicines: Maharashtra Minister
Maharashtras Food and Drug Administration Minister said 36 samples were tested at 10 locations across Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Aurangabad and Nagpur divisions, of which 34 were found to be substandard
Gujarat: Massive fire erupts in Surats Raj Textile market
A massive fire broke out at Surats Raj Textile Market on Wednesday, prompting the deployment of 22 fire tenders and over 100 firefighters. Dense smoke engulfed the building as flames spread across the third, fifth and top floors. Officials say the fire is largely under control, with cooling operations underway
PM Modi hails addition of Deepavali to UNESCO Intangible Heritage List
UNESCO defines intangible cultural heritage as the practices, knowledge, expressions, objects and spaces that communities recognise as part of their cultural identity. These traditions, passed down through generations, continue to evolve while strengthening cultural identity
India's Income Tax Department is collecting substantial revenue from cryptocurrency transactions. Over Rs 1,100 crore in tax has been gathered in the last three financial years. Maharashtra alone contributed 60% of this amount. The government has also taken action against crypto exchanges, uncovering over Rs 1,000 crore in undisclosed income related to virtual digital assets.
Maharashtra speaker calls toll on EVs illegal; gives state 8 days to fully enforce waiver
Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar has declared wrongful toll deductions from electric vehicles (EVs) on major highways as illegal. He has mandated the state government to fully enforce the EV toll waiver within eight days and establish a refund mechanism for wrongly charged users.
Amazon to boost AI, cloud, logistics operations with fresh investment
Amazon has pledged to invest USD 35 billion in India by 2030 to expand its businesses across e-commerce, AI, cloud computing and logistics
Indigo flight cancellations: IndiGo cancels over 60 flights from Bengaluru
Indias aviation crisis deepened on Wednesday as IndiGo cancelled 61 more flights from Bengaluru, a day after the government cut its winter schedule by 10 per cent. Despite CEO Pieter Elbers assurance that operations were stable, passengers continue to face disruptions, delays and rising airfares
T7-S2 tigress relocated to Sahyadri Tiger Reserves Chandoli enclosure
Captured on 8 December from the Korala Core Range, Pandharpauni area of Tadoba, the tigress underwent a thorough health check by Dr Ravikant Khobragade, Veterinary Officer (Wildlife), and was found to be perfectly fit for translocation
Haj pilgrims welcome restoration of quota for private tour operators
Haj 2026 pilgrims are welcoming the restoration of the 52,000 quota for Private Tour Operators, a significant increase from last year's limited bookings. To avoid last-minute issues, prospective pilgrims are urged to book early, ideally by January 15, 2026, to facilitate crucial logistical arrangements in Saudi Arabia before the February 1 deadline.
Bomb threats sent to multiple Delhi schools, students evacuated
Several schools in Delhi received bomb threat emails on Wednesday, prompting precautionary evacuation of students. Police and security agencies are investigating the threats
Antonio Tajani in New Delhi to boost India-Italy political, economic ties
Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday for a three-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations
