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Man held with four pistols, cartridges in Thane

The Times of India 4 Feb 2026 12:48 am

Two teen girls arrested for mans murder in Bhiwandi

The Times of India 4 Feb 2026 12:39 am

Kandivli man booked for sexually abusing dog

The Times of India 4 Feb 2026 12:04 am

I am not in the race for NCP national president: Praful Patel

Patel, the NCPs working president, meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah; newly sworn-in Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar will meet the duo after the Maharashtra Cabinet meets on February 10

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 10:15 pm

Nashik civic polls: Himgauri Aher-Adke set to become Nashik mayor

Himgauri Aher-Adke and Machhindra Sanap, son of former mayor Balasaheb Sanap, filed their nomination papers as BJP candidates for the posts of mayor and deputy mayor, respectively, on the final day for submitting nominations

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 10:13 pm

Ajit Pawar death: Anil Deshmukh seeks judicial probe in Baramati plane crash

Referring to comments made by Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut, former Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh said questions had emerged following contradictory explanations surrounding the crash

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 9:57 pm

Technical Snag Grounds Pankaja Mundes Helicopter

Maharashtra minister and Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat questioned the maintenance practices of helicopter service providers, alleging that excessive usage had led to a rise in accidents

Deccan Chronicle 3 Feb 2026 9:49 pm

58cr fraud: Cambodia call centre staffer held in Delhi

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 9:28 pm

Thane gets its fifth woman mayor

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 9:21 pm

Y Khemchand Singh to be new Manipur CM, Nemcha Kipgen named deputy CM

Y Khemchand Singh was elected BJP legislature party leader in Manipur and is set to become the states chief minister. Nemcha Kipgen, a senior BJP leader, is likely to be appointed deputy chief minister as the new government forms ahead of the end of Presidents rule

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 8:56 pm

5 firms bid for 887cr marina project off south Mumbai

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 8:36 pm

Pics: Ananya visits Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga

In a recent heartfelt post, Ananya Panday opened up about her transformative spiritual journey to the revered Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Mandir in Maharashtra. This visit was particularly special for her as it was her inaugural Jyotirlinga experience, prompting deep introspection amid her bustling career in the film industry.

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 8:07 pm

'Is There No Iron Left In the World That Were Now Mining a Tiger Corridor?'

How one man is trying to start a movement against Maharashtra govt's approval of a mining project in Chandrapur.

The Quint 3 Feb 2026 7:32 pm

India condemns vandalisation and removal of Mahatma Gandhi statue in Australia

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it has urged Australia to take immediate action to recover the missing statue and bring those responsible to justice

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 7:21 pm

Not in race for NCP president post: Praful Patel

Speaking to reporters in Delhi, Praful Patel expressed concern that people not connected with the NCP were commenting on the partys internal decisions after Pawars tragic death in a plane crash last week

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 6:45 pm

Union Budget 2026 for farming sector lays focus on rural diversification, tech

In her budget speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman framed agriculture within the broader vision of Viksit Bharat, highlighting productivity enhancement, entrepreneurship, and non-crop income avenues as central to making farming more resilient amid climate and global supply chain challenges

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 6:37 pm

US-Iran tensions: IndiGo cancels flights to multiple destinations, check details

IndiGo issued a travel advisory and cancelled flights to Tbilisi, Almaty, Baku and Tashkent until February 28 amid the evolving situation around Iran

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 6:23 pm

Russia confirms India has not cancelled oil contracts after India-US trade deal

The Kremlin spokesman said that Russia intends to continue to develop its relations with India in every possible way, according to Russian media reports. Sources in Russia`s energy ministry said they have not received any notice from Indian refiners to cancel contracts

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 5:27 pm

Maharashtra Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar Appointed Guardian Minister Of Pune, Beed

Sunetra Pawar becomes guardian minister of Beed and Pune, succeeding her late husband Ajit Pawar and taking key NCP roles.

News18 3 Feb 2026 4:48 pm

Eight members suspended from Lok Sabha Budget Session for `unruly behaviour`

Eight Congress MPs were suspended from the Lok Sabha for unruly behaviour including for tearing papers and throwing them at the Chair after Rahul Gandhi was barred from citing former Army chief M.M. Naravanes memoir, prompting protests outside Parliament

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 4:26 pm

Debt, Threat and Murder: Groom Kills Friend Over Unpaid Rs 1.5 Lakh Loan on Wedding Eve in Maharashtra

A groom allegedly murdered his friend hours before his wedding in Maharashtras Beed district over an unpaid debt of ?1.5 lakh. Police have arrested the accused.

Web Dunia 3 Feb 2026 3:37 pm

`I am the LoP`, says Rahul Gandhi after being denied to speak on Ladakh standoff

Congress leader and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi raised the Ladakh standoff issue during the Budget Session 2026, triggering a heated exchange in the House. Opposition MPs protested after the Chair denied permission to quote sources, leading to sloganeering and adjournment

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 3:35 pm

Rahul Gandhi say India-US trade deal `sells out` farmers hard work

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged that Prime Minister Modi sold out Indian farmers under US pressure by rushing the India-US trade deal, linking it to the Adani case and Epstein files, and claimed the countrys interests were compromised

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 3:26 pm

Adani and Leonardo to build helicopter-manufacturing ecosystem in India

Adani Defence & Aerospace and Italys Leonardo have partnered to set up an integrated helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India, aimed at meeting the Indian Armed Forces needs and boosting Make in India. The collaboration will focus on Leonardos AW169M and AW109 TrekkerM helicopters, with indigenisation, MRO and training facilities

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 2:47 pm

India-US trade deal: Here`s what`s likely to get cheaper

Leading industry bodies said the deal would enhance the global competitiveness of Indian products, boost manufacturing growth, create jobs and strengthen supply chains. The agreement could benefit key export sectors such as textiles and apparel, gems and jewellery, as well as industrial and engineering goods

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 2:46 pm

Uttarakhand: Over 30 passengers onboard as vehicle falls into gorge, search on

A Himachal Roadways bus carrying over 30 passengers fell into a deep gorge on the Kwanu-Meenus Road in the Kalsi area of Uttarakhands Dehradun district on Tuesday. Following the incident, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) launched a large-scale rescue operation, deploying teams from multiple locations

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 2:46 pm

India-US trade agreement: An explainer

The US has agreed to cut tariffs on Indian goods to 18 percent from 25 percent under a new trade deal announced by President Donald Trump after talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The move is expected to boost Indian exports, especially labour-intensive sectors, while detailed terms of the agreement are awaited

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 2:40 pm

Odisha: President Murmu performs pinda daan at Biraja temple

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday visited the Biraja temple in Odishas Jajpur district, where she performed the pinda daan ritual at the sacred Navi Gaya pool for the salvation of her ancestors souls. Elaborate security arrangements were made for the visit, with around 600 personnel deployed

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 2:32 pm

Maharashtra Horror: Man Kills 6-Year-Old Daughter To Contest Sarpanch Election, Arrested

According to the police, the father threw the six-year-old girl into a canal, which led to her death.

News18 3 Feb 2026 2:17 pm

Dimple Mehta elected mayor and Dhruvkishor Patil deputy mayor with a historic majority in Mira-Bhayandar

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reaffirmed its control over the Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation. Dimple Mehta secured the mayoral position with 79 votes, while Dhruvkishor Patil took on the role of Deputy Mayor. This victory follows the BJP's strong performance in the recent elections, where they secured 78 out of 95 seats.

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 1:51 pm

Groom kills friend over Rs 1.5-lakh debt ahead of wedding in Maharashtras Beed

A groom allegedly murdered his friend in Maharashtras Beed district fearing disruption of his wedding over an unpaid Rs 1.5-lakh loan. The 30-year-old victim was found bludgeoned to death during the early hours of Monday on the outskirts of Khokarmoh village in Shirur Kasar tehsil

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 1:48 pm

One dead, one injured while cleaning drain in Mumbai's Goregaon West

Two labourers suffocated while cleaning a deep drain in Goregaon West, Mumbai, early Tuesday. One worker, Salil Razak Gazi (27), died, while Sahil Noor Islam (30) sustained minor injuries. The incident occurred due to toxic gases or lack of oxygen in the confined space.

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 1:05 pm

Rottweiler attack in Bengaluru: Owner booked after woman suffers severe injuries

A Rottweiler owner has been booked after his pet allegedly attacked and mauled a 31-year-old woman during her morning walk in Bengalurus HSR Layout, leaving her with severe facial and neck injuries. The woman underwent an eight-hour surgery and received over 80 stitches

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 1:01 pm

Rajasthan: British tourists told to leave India over political stickers

The Rajasthan Polices Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has issued leave India notices to two British nationals for allegedly pasting political stickers related to the IsraelPalestine conflict in public places in Pushkar. The tourists, who were in India on tourist visas, were found to have violated visa conditions that prohibit political

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 1:00 pm

Jaishankar in US; to meet Rubio on critical minerals cooperation

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is on a three-day official visit to the United States and is scheduled to meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington on Tuesday. The talks will focus on cooperation in critical minerals, supply chain resilience and broader strategic and economic issues

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 12:59 pm

Groom Kills Friend Hours Before Wedding Over Rs 1.5 Lakh Debt, Arrested

A groom allegedly killed his friend on the eve of his wedding in Maharashtra's Beed district, fearing he would disrupt the ceremony over an unpaid debt of Rs 1.5 lakh, police said on Tuesday.

NDTV 3 Feb 2026 12:51 pm

Heres what Opposition leaders have to say on the India-US trade deal

Opposition leaders, including Priyanka Chaturvedi, Ujjwal Raman Singh, and Pramod Tiwari, raised concerns over the IndiaUS trade deal, questioning reduced tariffs, oil import commitments, and potential impact on Indias sovereignty

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 12:33 pm

NDA Parliamentary Party meet held; PM Modi hailed for recent trade deals

The NDA Parliamentary Party meeting was held in New Delhi on Tuesday to discuss the Union Budget 2026 and the governments vision for Viksit Bharat 2047. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with senior NDA leaders and MPs, attended the meeting, during which he was congratulated for recent trade agreements, including the India-US trade deal finalise

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 12:17 pm

India-US trade deal hailed as win-win by Nirmala Sitharaman, Vaishnaw

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday welcomed the India-US trade deal, saying it will benefit the people and industries of both countries. Sitharaman said reduced tariffs on Made in India products would help two large democracies, while Vaishnaw termed the agreement a win-win deal

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 11:52 am

Maharashtra Rolls Out Saksham 2025-26 To Drive Fuel Conservation Across The State

The campaign will feature debates, group discussions for school and college students, wall art and graffiti contests, fuel-efficient driving competitions, essay writing, and more.

News18 3 Feb 2026 11:41 am

Maharashtra: Second Mountain Tunnel of Bullet Train Project set for breakthrough in Palghar

A major breakthrough has been achieved in the second mountain tunnel in Palghar district of Maharashtra. This tunnel is 454 meters long and 14.4 meters wide, and it will accommodate both the 'up' and 'down' tracks for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project.

The Economic Times 3 Feb 2026 11:25 am

Union Home Minister Amit Shah to visit Jammu and Kashmir for three days

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Jammu and Kashmir for three days starting February 5 to review the security situation, inspect border arrangements, chair a high-level meeting, interact with political leaders and launch key development projects across Jammu and Srinagar

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 11:14 am

Heavy rain, snowfall hit Himachal as western disturbance turns active: IMD

An active western disturbance brought light to moderate rain and snowfall across Himachal Pradesh over the past 24 hours, with Mandi and Kangra receiving the highest rainfall of around 20 mm, the IMD said on Monday. The highest snowfall of 15 cm was recorded in Kothi (Kullu), while several other high-altitude areas also witnessed fresh snow

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 11:13 am

Former Telangana CM KCR grilled for five hours in phone-tap investigation

Former Telangana chief minister and BRS president K Chandrasekhar Rao was questioned for nearly five hours by the police SIT at his residence in connection with the alleged illegal phone tapping case

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 10:14 am

Union Budget Session: Lok Sabha uproar as Rahul Gandhi cites ex-Army chief

The Lok Sabha was adjourned after an uproar erupted when Rahul Gandhi attempted to quote from former Army chief M M Naravanes memoir on the 2020 India-China conflict, drawing strong objections from Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 10:10 am

Delhi shrouded in dense fog as visibility plunges to 100 m

The minimum temperature was recorded at 9.4 degrees Celsius, a notch above the normal for this time of the year, according to official data

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 10:10 am

LondonBengaluru Air India 787 Dreamliner glitch casts doubt on pilot error theory in Ahmedabad crash: 'Fuel switch stayed locked the 3rd time'

A recent incident involving an Air India Dreamliner at London Heathrow saw a fuel control switch move from un to cut-off without the required lift action. This malfunction, similar to a potential issue in the Ahmedabad crash, suggests a critical technical flaw in the aircraft's fuel switch design, challenging the deliberate pilot act narrative.

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 10:02 am

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis hails India-US trade agreement

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and UP CM Yogi Adityanath praised the India-US trade deal, calling it a milestone for business, youth, MSMEs, and cutting-edge technology investments

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 9:43 am

High-end car crash: Minor driving businessmans vehicle crashes on Mumbai coastal road, 1 injured

In a troubling incident on the coastal road tunnel, a 75-year-old patriarch, alongside his young granddaughter and her friend, are entangled in legal issues. The minor, behind the wheel of the familys high-end vehicle, crashed into another car early Sunday morning, resulting in one reported injury.

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 9:31 am

YSRCP demands deployment of central forces to control violence, arson in AP

YSRCP has urged deployment of central forces in Andhra Pradesh following alleged politically motivated attacks on the residences of Ambati Rambabu and Jogi Ramesh, citing lawlessness and police inaction under the TDP-led state government

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 9:08 am

Budget 2026 positions India to accelerate from volume-driven production to value

Union Budget 2026 allocates Rs 10,000 crore under Biopharma Shakti, expands NIPERs, streamlines clinical trials, and exempts life-saving drugs from customs duty, aiming to strengthen Indias healthcare innovation and patient welfare

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 8:52 am

US cuts tariffs on Indian goods to 18 percent after ModiTrump trade deal

The US and India have agreed to a trade deal under which Washington will reduce reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods from 25pc to 18pc, President Donald Trump announced after a phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Modi welcomed the move, saying it would benefit Made in India products and strengthen bilateral cooperation

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 8:05 am

Donald Trump slams Grammy host Trevor Noah after jokes

US President Donald Trump lashed out at Grammy Awards host Trevor Noah after jokes targeting him during the ceremony, calling the show the worst and threatening legal action over alleged false remarks

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 8:03 am

China: Researchers test high-value rubber-producing Duzhong trees

Chinese researchers are using the Gobi Desert to test Duzhong trees, a high-value rubber source vital for defence applications, including puncture-resistant tyres and electromagnetic shielding composites

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 8:00 am

Gazas border crossing to Egypt reopens for limited movement

Gaza`s Rafah border crossing with Egypt reopened for limited traffic as part of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. Only a small number of people will be allowed to cross, with no goods entering the war-hit territory.

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 7:58 am

Australian woman dies after backpack gets caught in ski lift at Japan resort

A 22-year-old Australian woman died after her backpack buckle got caught in a ski lift at Tsugaike Mountain Resort in Japans Hakuba Valley, leaving her suspended mid-air while preparing to disembark, police said.

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 7:56 am

Robot welders to enter live industry tests in Louisiana

Robotics firm Persona AI has signed an MoU with Louisiana to launch a pilot program deploying humanoid robots at a steel fabrication facility, aiming to study human-robot collaboration in heavy-duty manufacturing environments

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 7:51 am

Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina sentenced to 10 years in jail

A Dhaka court sentenced deposed Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment in two corruption cases linked to alleged irregularities in land allocations under the Rajuk New Town Project in Purbachol

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 7:49 am

Ather Energy sees 50% rise in Q3 revenue; A brandy giant betting on luxury whisky

Ather Energy is bracing for headwinds from volatile commodity prices in the coming months. Tilaknagar Industries is crafting a new identity with luxury whisky. Bharat Intelligence uses AI to solve the farm labour crisis in Maharashtras villages.

Your Story 3 Feb 2026 7:30 am

Mahalaxmi racecourse must remain green

We just do not know how many derbies we will see in this Mahalaxmi avatar. The state government has given the green light to a Central Park within the environs, and there have been numerous reports about the racecourses appearance changing, with work slated to commence this year

Mid Day 3 Feb 2026 6:37 am

3,000 illegal birth & death certificates cancelled in Maharashtra

The district administration conducted a thorough investigation and found that there was no record of these names. The health department raised the issue with state govt and informed the state registrar. Following directives from the state registrar, the health department started cancelling the certificates. So far, close to 3,000 certificates have been cancelled. The entire process will be completed in a weeks time.

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 5:56 am

Maharashtra Man Kills 6-Year-Old Daughter To Contest Panchayat Elections

A man from Maharashtra killed one of his three children to overcome the two-child norm to contest the upcoming Panchayat elections in that state.

NDTV 3 Feb 2026 4:22 am

Drunk youth strangled to death in Mumbai

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 1:33 am

Talks on NCP factions merger appear in limbo

PTI Karad Maharashtra NCP president Sunil Tatkare on Monday said the party, under late Ajit Pawars leadership, had collectively decided to join the BJP-led NDA and will stay in the ruling bloc and wondered which faction was to merge with whom, remarks coming amid reunification buzz. The Lok Sabha MP asserted that appointing now Deputy []

The Navhind Times 3 Feb 2026 1:02 am

Tiger that terrorised Telangana villages for 2 weeks may be heading home

Hyderabad:The tiger that created fear and panic among villagers in Telanganas Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district for the past two weeks appears to be heading back to its original habitat in Maharashtra, Forest Department officials said on Monday, February 2, even as it has already killed several livestock in its journey down south. Forest officials inspected the 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 .

The Siasat Daily 3 Feb 2026 1:01 am

PILs against delimitation dismissed

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 12:51 am

AI flyers land in Delhi, 40 bags left in Mumbai

The Times of India 3 Feb 2026 12:46 am

DC Edit | Building Growth, Brick By Brick

In addition to the ongoing Mumbai and Ahmedabad bullet train project and the Delhi-Ahemabad high-speed project, the newly announced seven high-speed rail corridors will connect the most productive regions of the country, namely Delhi, Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Mumbai and Pune (Maharashtra), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Hyderabad (Telangana), and Chennai (Tamil Nadu)

Deccan Chronicle 3 Feb 2026 12:28 am

SC to examine ways to protect open spaces from squatters

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 11:51 pm

We agreed to trade deal between US and India: Trump

US President Trump said the agreement was made out of friendship and respect for Prime Minister Modi and added that the deal would take effect immediately

Mid Day 2 Feb 2026 11:30 pm

Fire in 7-storey bldg, no injuries

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 11:04 pm

Beed cop suspended for threatening, abusing colleagues

The constable, identified as Siddhant Gore and posted with the Beed city traffic branch, was accused of abusing his colleagues on Saturday evening following a trivial argument, an official said

Mid Day 2 Feb 2026 10:42 pm

Rohit Shetty firing: Police may quiz Bishnoi in Guj jail

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 10:30 pm