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Centre orders review of hospital consumable pricing after 2,841% markup report

J.P. Nadda has directed the Department of Pharmaceuticals to explore curbs on excessive hospital consumable markups, following a Maharashtra survey that found markups of up to 2,841% on some medical devices. The DoP is reviewing pricing rules and trade margin rationalisation.

Livemint 20 Sep 2026 1:24 pm

SCoR, Vijayawada division, loads first rake of wood pulp to Maharashtra

Wood pulp is expected to generate around 1.5 lakh tonnes of additional loading, and estimated annual freight revenue is about 20 crore on the new commodity, the Railway officials said

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 1:23 pm

SCoR, Vijayawada division, loads first rake of wood pulp to Maharashtra

Wood pulp is expected to generate around 1.5 lakh tonnes of additional loading, and estimated annual freight revenue is about 20 crore on the new commodity, the Railway officials said

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 1:23 pm

Corporate Actions This Week: Bajaj Holdings, Maharashtra Scooters, Dixon Tech, BEML, Titagarh Rail Systems | Full List

Bajaj Holdings & Investment has declared an interim dividend of Rs 65 per share, with Sept. 21 as the ex-date and record date.

NDTV 20 Sep 2026 11:43 am

Senior journalist Payal Mehta dies, PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi offer condolences

Payal Mehta, a senior journalist with CNN-News18, passed away in the early hours of Sunday in Mumbai. Mehta (46) was on a visit to Mumbai when she developed uneasiness early in the morning. She was rushed to a hospital, where she later passed away. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, and other Union ministers condoled Mehta's death. In a post on X, senior journalist Sheela Bhatt said, On a visit to Mumbai, she developed uneasiness. Around 2 am she was taken to the hospital. Before any treatment could be administered, her pulse went silent. Mehta was known as a hard-working journalist who covered the Parliament, the government and the BJP. Payal Mehta Ji was a hardworking journalist who remained firmly connected to the ground, bringing a deep understanding of ..

Business Standard 20 Sep 2026 11:32 am

We need to balance business & livelihoods with public health,' says Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe

Maharashtra FDA commissioner Tukaram Mundhe says India must improve street-food hygiene without hurting vendors livelihoods. He backs designated vending zones with proper sanitation and regulation, while stressing that footpaths should remain accessible to pedestrians. Mundhe says local authorities and FDA must work together to ensure safe, organised and sustainable vending.

The Economic Times 20 Sep 2026 10:55 am

Who is Nila Vikhe Patil, Maharashtra-origin leader elected to Sweden Parliament?

Nila Vikhe Patil, from a prominent Indian political family, has been elected to Sweden's Parliament. She will represent the Green Party in the 349-seat Riksdag after years of dedicated party work. Patil's career includes roles in the Swedish Prime Minister's office and municipal governance. Her education in economics and law shaped her focus on finance and taxation portfolios.

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 10:43 am

Who Is Nila Vikhe Patil? Meet The Maharashtra-Origin Leader Elected To Swedish Parliament

Nila is the daughter of Maharashtra educationist Ashok Vikhe Patil, chairman of the Vikhe Patil Foundation. Her family background combines education, cooperative sector activity and politics in Maharashtra.

NDTV 20 Sep 2026 9:51 am

Maharashtra Ministers Face Flak Over Dry Fruits Served at Drought Review Meet

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said serving dry fruits at official meetings was a routine administrative practice

Deccan Chronicle 20 Sep 2026 9:21 am

21-year-old held for sexual assault on minor girlfriend

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 8:57 am

Nila Vikhe Patil, Maharashtra Minister's niece, elected to Swedish Parliament: Who is Green Party leader?

Nila Vikhe Patil, the daughter of Maharashtra educationist Ashok Vikhe Patil, has been elected to the Swedish Parliament, it was announced on Saturday. The 41-year-old Green Party leader was elected a Member of Parliament from the Stockholm City constituency in the national election held on September 13.

India TV 20 Sep 2026 8:51 am

Indian exporters raise concern over US tariff law allowing duties up to 100 pc

However, the likely impact on Indian exports can be assessed only after Washington announces the tariff rate, product coverage, and implementation schedule

Mid Day 20 Sep 2026 8:16 am

Chandigarh langar to give away 10 iPhone 17 handsets as prasad on Sept 22

He added that the initiative would eventually expand to 10 other cities in Punjab.

Mid Day 20 Sep 2026 8:15 am

Mamatas Rejinagar candidate reverses withdrawal, stays in Bengal bypoll fray

The development came a day after Banerjees partys Nandigram by-election nominee Sanchita Pradhan Dey withdrew her candidature following a meeting with CM Suvendu Adhikari

Mid Day 20 Sep 2026 8:12 am

Russia holds parliamentary vote in annexed Ukrainian regions amid Kyiv protest

The vote across Russia started Friday and lasts until today. Russian authorities say the new regions, have over 3.5 million voters

Mid Day 20 Sep 2026 8:11 am

Trump bars major US media outlets from White House over fake news claims

Like many of Trumps other confrontations with news organisations some of which are playing out in the legal arena this threat has potential First Amendment implications

Mid Day 20 Sep 2026 8:09 am

From Dolly Parton corn mazes to trimmed lashes: Strange stories making headlines

Have you ever realised how strange our tributes to the deceased can be?If not, nows the time to do it, as farmers in the US and Canada pay tribute to American icon Dolly Parton with large corn mazes in the shape of her face

Mid Day 20 Sep 2026 8:08 am

10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup begins in Leh

Leh, Ladakh: The 10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup 2026 is being held at the NDS Indoor Stadium in Leh, bringing together Pencak Silat athletes, coaches, officials, team managers and sports administrators from across the country. More than 850 athletes and participants are taking part in the national championship, which has emerged as a major sporting gathering in the Union Territory of Ladakh. Teams from various States, Union Territories and Paramilitary Forces are participating in the championship. The event also features more than 100 technical and federation officials and State/UT representatives, along with over 70 coaches and team managers. The opening ceremony will be attended by Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena as the chief guest. Administrative Secretary, Youth Services & Sports, UT Ladakh Bhanu Prabha; Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor, Ladakh Shashanka Ala; Joint Director, Youth Services & Sports, Ladakh Tsering Paldan; Additional Deputy Commissioner to the Lieutenant Governor Shekh Aadil; President, Indian Pencak Silat Federation; President, Ladakh Pencak Silat Association; and District Youth Services & Sports Officer, Leh, will also be present. The championship has brought together sporting delegations from Bihar, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, CISF, Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, ITBP, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Odisha, Puducherry, Rajasthan, SSB, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. The participation of State and UT teams along with Paramilitary Forces has added diversity to the championship, bringing athletes from different sporting backgrounds onto one national platform. Besides athletes, the championship includes technical officials, federation representatives, coaches, team managers, referees, judges, delegation representatives and members of the organising and support teams. The event has brought together more than 1,000 athletes, officials, coaches, managers, representatives and other sporting stakeholders. Hosting a national-level Pencak Silat championship in Leh at the high altitude of the Himalayas gives the event a distinctive setting. The championship provides athletes from across India an opportunity to compete at the national level while also experiencing the culture and hospitality of Ladakh. The event also highlights Ladakh's potential to host major sporting competitions and provides a platform for promoting sports and sporting activities in the region. The 10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup 2026 brings together athletes and sporting delegations from different regions of the country on a common platform. With more than 850 participants, 100 technical officials and representatives, and over 70 coaches and team managers, the championship provides a significant platform for Pencak Silat athletes to compete and showcase their skills.

RisingKashmir 20 Sep 2026 7:58 am

Nila Vikhe Patil, Maharashtra Minister's Niece, Elected To Sweden Parliament

Nila Vikhe Patil has been a member of the City Council of the Stockholm Municipal Corporation.

NDTV 20 Sep 2026 7:47 am

DJ Gan Gun

He was a trained desi DJ, and like DJ Nas, he felt he was a Gully Boy a DJ who had come out of the slums

Mid Day 20 Sep 2026 7:10 am

Electrocution Deaths Raise Tiger Safety Concerns for Kawal Translocation

Tigers migrating into the reserve have been returning to their original habitat in Maharashtra, according to forest officials.

Deccan Chronicle 20 Sep 2026 1:21 am

SC Strikes Down Maharashtra Methanol Rules

Prohibition failed to prevent Gujarat hooch deaths: SC

Deccan Chronicle 20 Sep 2026 1:15 am

Payment delay strains midday meal workers amid heat strain

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 1:07 am

84-Yr-Old Woman Dies After Oxygen Cylinder Explosion

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 1:06 am

Pune among top cities in 1BHK demand

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 12:59 am

Eight-year-old dies as tractor hits her in Hole Vasti

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 12:58 am

Nagpur Has 35 Flyovers, 15 More in Pipeline: Fadnavis

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 12:30 am

Phone link goof-up costs woman Ladki Bahin monthly dole

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 12:17 am

Poor Road Repairs: CM Pulls Up NMC Over Amrut Works

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 12:16 am

Bus gutted after rear tyre bursts near Butibori, 35 passengers safe

Butibori Police, Nagpur Rural RTO Begin Probe; Passengers Luggage Destroyed

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 12:15 am

Gang of thieves targeting godowns busted

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 12:15 am

Roshan Ara

Original Marathi article: Roshan Ara Originally published in: Kadbole Writer: Atmaram Jog Translator: Dhananjay Jog It was about the year 1951. I was with the Police of then Bombay State, comprising of todays Maharashtra and substantial areas of Karnataka and Gujarat. I was posted at Bijapur. Language-based States reorganization brought about by the fast unto []

The Navhind Times 20 Sep 2026 12:12 am

Stay addicted to dreams, not drugs: Jitesh to youth

The Times of India 20 Sep 2026 12:01 am

MCOCA Accused Flees GMCH Ward

The Times of India 19 Sep 2026 11:53 pm

TET paper leak: Question papers smuggled in shoe insoles for Rs 8,000

Maharashtra TET question papers were allegedly smuggled out of an Agra printing press hidden inside shoe insoles, with two employees reportedly paid Rs 8,000 each. Thane Police have chargesheeted 18 accused, including alleged mastermind Bijendra Gupta

Mid Day 19 Sep 2026 11:52 pm

Ketan Agarwal's killing: Chargesheet reveals Siya studied Meghalaya honeymoon murder

The Pune Rural Police have filed a charge sheet against three accused in the case involving the death of businessman Ketan Agarwal, whose body was found in the ravine of Maharashtra's Lohagad Fort.According to the Pune Rural Police, the accused have been identified as Siya Goyal, Chetan Chaudhary, and Ritesh Hange. The police allege that the trio initially planned to inflict grievous injury on Ketan Agarwal but later conspired to murder him. The charge sheet filed in the court of the Judicial Magistrate First Class at Vadgaon Maval details the physical, technical, forensic, and medical evidence gathered during the investigation.

India TV 19 Sep 2026 11:27 pm

Nila Vikhe Patil, Maharashtra BJP minister's niece, elected to Sweden Parliament

Nila Vikhe Patil, Maharashtra BJP minister's niece, elected to Sweden Parliament

India Today 19 Sep 2026 11:00 pm

Karnataka Ganesh immersion tragedy: 2 boys killed after falling from tractor

The incident occurred at M Eranna Circle when the tractor carrying the boys was moving along the road as part of the procession. Raichur SP said the incident occurred when the Ganesh immersion procession was underway, and the tractor lost its balance near a road hump

Mid Day 19 Sep 2026 10:58 pm

IIT Bombay student's death: Case filed against teacher, complaint against faculty members

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) After the death of a second-year student of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay, a case has been registered against his teacher Satyanarayan Dalla, Mumbai Police said on Saturday. According to officials, a complaint has also been filed against faculty members, senior officials, and other IIT authorities under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and SC/ST Act. Further investigation in the case is underway The student was found dead in the IIT Powai campus on Friday evening. This reportedly happened after he was caught using a mobile phone during an examination by the authorities. His death a few hours after that incident triggered protests by students on the institute's Powai campus. The deceased student was identified as Sahil Wakode, a resident of Maharashtra's Yavatmal, who was pursuing his second year in the Department of Energy Science and Engineering. Earlier on Saturday, the student's father alleged that caste-based discrimination and harassment led his son to commit suicide, while appealing to the government to take strict action against those responsible for the incident. Speaking to IANS, Sahil's father Ravindra Wakode said: I appeal for a thorough investigation of those who pushed him towards suicide through harassment and caste-based abuse. I urge the government to ensure justice for my child by terminating those responsible for this incident. He claimed that the student was depressed due to harassment at the campus. I could see it in his ( Sahil Wakode's) behaviour that because of the torture he faced, he was pushed into depression, he said. Ravindra Wakode added: There was no conversation at all (with the student). We only tried to make our child understand, telling him to push through this time, that his career would turn out fine. But now, we are the ones suffering the loss. Whoever is responsible for his death must be punished severely. My only request to the government is that prompt action be taken immediately against those responsible. In a statement, IIT Bombay expressed grief over the student's death and said it was providing support to those affected by the incident. The Institute is extending support to the student's friends, classmates, faculty members, and others affected by this tragic incident, it said, adding that the circumstances surrounding the death were being examined by the appropriate authorities. Meanwhile, a group of students gathered on the campus and launched a protest following the incident, alleging that the administration had not disclosed all details surrounding the circumstances of the student's death.

bhaskarlive 19 Sep 2026 10:40 pm

'Digital trap set for citizens': Raj Thackeray attacks govt over 0.4 pc UPI charges

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) In a sharp political offensive against the Central government's decision to introduce a 0.4 per cent Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on select Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions above Rs 2,000, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) Chief Raj Thackeray on Saturday alleged that the administration has ensnared the nation in a carefully laid digital trap. In a detailed statement on social media platform X, the MNS Chief accused the ruling MahaYuti coalition-led Maharashtra government of lulling Indian citizens into a false sense of security with free digital transactions, only to quietly impose transaction fees and taxes once people became dependent on the platform. Tracing the trajectory of digital payments from the 2016 Demonetisation move to the nationwide push for UPI adoption, Raj Thackeray said that the trajectory was planned to make citizens reliant on digital architecture before levying charges. First came Demonetisation; then the UPI system was introduced with great fanfare to showcase the push for digital transactions. They trumpeted its success, basked in self-praise, got people habituated to it, and then suddenly announced that fees would apply. In short, they lulled citizens into a false sense of security and quietly ensnared them in a digital trap, he remarked. He said that he had consistently warned the public against assuming that zero-fee digital services would remain permanent, saying that the government's process of coming knocking at your door to collect revenues has now officially begun. He questioned why permanent budgetary provisions for long-term maintenance and cybersecurity were not established during the initial investment phase if the intent was genuinely to simplify transactions rather than monetise them later. Rejecting the Union government's claim that the 0.4 per cent MDR burden falls solely on merchants, Raj Thackeray asserted that the Union government possesses zero monitoring mechanisms to prevent small and large businesses from passing the extra operational cost onto consumers. He sharply criticised the levy of 18 per cent Goods and Services Tax (GST) on top of the MDR, accusing the Finance Ministry of attempting to dip into citizens' pockets wherever possible. Raising questions around international policy influences, Raj Thackeray cited Opposition's allegations regarding US pressure and asked whether foreign card corporations and global payment networks influenced the policy decision. Releasing a official government tweet screenshot from August 21, 2022 -- which explicitly promised that UPI services would remain completely free -- the MNS Chief called the recent policy shift evidence of unclear and non-transparent intentions. He formally registered his party's protest against the implementation of the Merchant Discount Rate. Calling upon the trading community, small business owners, and retail associations to take a unified stand, Raj Thackeray urged merchants across Maharashtra and the nation to vehemently oppose paying the new transaction levies.

bhaskarlive 19 Sep 2026 10:36 pm

Mumbai Police seize three pistols, 11 live cartridges in separate cases

The recoveries were made during separate actions, with the accused booked under provisions of the Arms Act and the Maharashtra Police Act. Police are now investigating the source of the firearms, why they were allegedly being kept and whether the weapons were used in other crimes

Mid Day 19 Sep 2026 10:10 pm

Karnataka ranks third in NITI Aayogs electric mobility index 2025

Delhi topped the overall rankings with a score of 84, followed by Maharashtra with 78. Karnataka secured 73

The Hindu 19 Sep 2026 9:55 pm

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis meets Hanuman Ansh team at his residence Varsha; congratulates Vishal Chaturvedi

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis recently met the team of Hanuman Ansh Varsha, the Chief Ministers official residence in Mumbai, during the ongoing Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. The meeting came amid the film receiving attention following its theatrical release, with Fadnavis congratulating director Vishal Chaturvedi and the team on their work. Fadnavis took to social media to share a glimpse of the meeting and conveyed his wishes to the Hanuman Ansh team. Sharing the update, he wrote, It was great to have team 'Hanuman Ansh at Varsha, last evening, to seek blessings of Ganpati Bappa. Congratulated Vishal Chaturvedi and team on their great work and wished more success in all the endeavours! The meeting brought the filmmaker and members of the Hanuman Ansh team together with the Maharashtra Chief Minister during the festive period. Fadnaviss message also highlighted the teams visit to Varsha to seek the blessings of Ganpati Bappa. It was great to have team 'Hanuman Ansh at Varsha, last evening, to seek blessings of Ganpati Bappa. Congratulated Vishal Chaturvedi and team on their great work and wished more success in all the endeavours! , pic.twitter.com/EQJZPQ61Q5 Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) September 19, 2026 Hanuman Ansh is a biographical film written, directed and produced by Vishal Chaturvedi under his banner, Swambhu Media Network. The film is the first instalment of a planned trilogy and is based on Chaturvedis book Divine Detour: That Changed My Life, which draws from the life of spiritual figure Neem Karoli Baba. The film stars Shobhinaw Satyaa and Chandan Anand in the lead roles, along with Anil Rastogi, Sugandha Malhotra, Bhagvandas Patel and Neha Paranjpe, among others. Hanuman Ansh follows the early life of Lakshmi Narayan, who grows up in pre-Independence India and leaves home following the death of his mother in search of God. His journey takes him across Northern India and eventually leads to his transformation into Neem Karoli Baba. Since its release, the film has generated discussion around its subject and storytelling, with audience response contributing to its visibility beyond its initial release. The film has also received appreciation from members of the film fraternity, who shared several posts applauding the film and its cast and crew. The meeting with Fadnavis adds another public moment to the films ongoing journey, as Chaturvedi and his team continue to take Hanuman Ansh to audiences. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Why Hanuman Ansh WONT be Indias official entry to the Oscars this year; producer Namrata Singh makes an honest confession

Bollywood Hungama 19 Sep 2026 9:40 pm

Maharashtra Congress Demands Immediate Drought Relief Amidst Severe Conditions

The Maharashtra Congress has urged the government to declare a drought and provide financial relief to farmers facing severe conditions. Maharashtra Congress Demands Immediate Drought Relief Amidst Severe Conditions

Daily Kiran 19 Sep 2026 9:29 pm

Major Bust in Maharashtra: FDA Seizes

Maharashtra FDA seizes over 1.13 crore worth of banned gutkha after a six-hour chase, arresting multiple suspects involved. Major Bust in Maharashtra: FDA Seizes 1.13 Crore Worth of Banned Gutkha from Truck After Six-Hour Pursuit

Daily Kiran 19 Sep 2026 9:13 pm