For parties that once professed to be opposed to concessions, short-term political gain is taking precedence over making Mumbai function better, as revdis will only divert funds from core services
Make Matunga footbridge safe for everyone to use
Residents highlighted the problem of debris and overgrowth at both ends, especially the Matunga East side. The bridge, which links Matunga East and West, is divided into two sections
IndianOil Science Quiz 3.0 concludes on a high note in Mumbai
This election has no effect on our alliancethe legacy of Balasaheb Thackeray is with Shinde
Barred from seeing man, bar staffer stabs BF
Maharashtra: Thane man accused of murdering stepmother in 2020 acquitted
Maharashtra: Interstate drugs racket busted, 1 held with 638kg ganja worth Rs 2 crore
Waterways to link Mumbai Metropolitan Region suburbs with NMIA and south Mumbai, says CM Fadnavis
Maharashtra: 3 years on, Thane paan shop owner let off in sale of banned tobacco case
Key witnesses missing: Thane court acquits woman in 2018 prostitution case
Maharashtra: Thane election campaigns get AI touch, save time and money
NTPC, Maharashtra's MAHAGENCO ink deal to acquire Sinnar Thermal
The resolution plan submitted by the consortium was approved by the National Company Law Tribunal in November, the central government company informed the exchanges.
HC to Ulhas civic body: Take action if neta house illegal
Nod for 923cr traffic system at 869 black spots
955 ha mangrove land given to Maharashtra forest dept post contempt plea
I-PAC raid: ED moves court, demands CBI probe against Mamata Banerjee
The Enforcement Directorate has approached the Calcutta High Court seeking a CBI probe against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging illegal interference and removal of incriminating documents during raids at I-PAC director Pratik Jains residence
BJPs three-time corporator joins Shiv Sena at Eknath Shinde rally in Ulhasnagar
Leopard spotted at Durg Tekdi in Nigdi; public entry restricted
According to an official communication from the Forest Range Officer, Bhosari Division, the leopard was spotted on January 8, 2026, in forested patches around Durg Tekdi and nearby areas of the Pimpri-Chinchwad MIDC
Mahayuti set to control 27 of 29 municipal corporations, BJP to emerge largest party: Fadnavis
Trump cancels second wave of attacks on Venezuela amid `cooperation`
US President Donald Trump has canceled a planned second wave of attacks on Venezuela, citing improved cooperation and the release of political prisoners. He highlighted joint efforts on oil infrastructure and expected USD 100 billion in investments from major US oil companies
Maharashtra on a Plate at Mazzo
Home chef Swati Mawlankar brings the essence of Maharashtra to Hyderabad, offering a nostalgic dining experience that features traditional dishes like Kolhapuri chicken and sweet puran poli, perfect for both Maharashtrians and newcomers alike.
Eknath Shinde drained Navi Mumbai civic treasury: BJP minister Ganesh Naik
Centres depts stonewalling RTI query on deported Bangladeshis, says Maharashtra Congress
In Maharashtra Civic Body Where BJP, Congress Allied, Now Shiv Sena Comes Out Tops
When local body elections are spoken about in Maharashtra, the BMC hogs most of the limelight by virtue of being one of the richest civic bodies in Asia. This time, the relatively unknown Ambernath Municipal Corporation is giving it a tough fight.
BEST spends over Rs 10L for those injured in Bhandup bus crash
Weather poor, two AI flights to UK diverted
Commercial devpt will overwhelm Powai: Locals
NMMC election squad seizes Rs 16 lakh from APMC traders Benz in Navi Mumbai
Gadchiroli Police arrest suspect involved in repeated theft attempts at bank
According to the police, the first incident took place on the night of December 16, 2025, when an unknown person entered the bank`s Etapalli branch through a window
Stock Market Holiday? NSE to remain open on January 15 during Maharashtra civil polls
The Indian exchange NSE will operate for regular trading on January 15, despite Maharashtra's public holiday for civic polls. While trading will proceed, January 15 is designated a settlement holiday, meaning T+0 settlements will not be processed. Consequently, T+1 trades from both January 14 and 15 will be settled on January 16.
Modi on two-day Gujarat visit from Saturday; to meet German Chancellor on Jan 12
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat from January 10 to 12, 2026, beginning with Omkar Mantra chanting and a drone show at the Somnath temple. His schedule includes religious events, the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Rajkot, metro inauguration in Ahmedabad, and bilateral meetings with German Chancellor
India@Davos: Doval to Join CMs, Ministers at WEF Annual Meeting
The chief ministers - Devendra Fadnavis of Maharashtra, N Chandrababu Naidu of Andhra Pradesh, Assam's Himanta Biswa Sarma, Madhya Pradesh's Mohan Yadav, Telangana's A Revanth Reddy and Jharkhand's Hemant Soren will attend the meeting
Weed, cigarettes worth over Rs 43 crore seized at Delhi airport; four held
The accused passengers were intercepted by customs authorities after they arrived from Bangkok on January 6. Their baggage was subjected to detailed examination following suspicion
Russia uses new Oreshnik ballistic missile in massive strike on Ukraine
Ukrainian officials said four people were killed and at least 22 wounded in the capital overnight. Russia didn`t say where Oreshnik hit, but Russian media and military bloggers said it targeted a huge underground natural gas storage in Ukraine`s western Lviv region
Iran protests continue despite internet blackout
Protests swept across Iran despite an internet and communications shutdown, after exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi called for nationwide demonstrations. State TV acknowledged unrest and warned of casualties, while rights groups reported dozens killed and thousands detained
MPCB shuts 10 RMC plants, recovers Rs 84 lakh in pollution crackdown
The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board has intensified its crackdown on air pollution in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, shutting down 10 ready-mix concrete plants and collecting Rs 84 lakh in penalties over two days. Inspections revealed multiple violations of environmental and dust-control norms at RMC plants and construction sites, leading to stern enforcement actions under joint MPCB-BMC guidelines.
No Discharge of Hazardous Effluents in the Environment from the Lote Facility: Laxmi Organic
Laxmi Organic Industries Limited (“LOIL” or the “Company”), a leading Indian diversified chemicals producer, today reaffirmed that its Lote facility located at the Lote Parshuram Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) zone, operates in compliance with applicable Indian environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements and has received all statutory approvals since inception. All process emissions and effluents are scientifically treated and appropriately disposed at a State Government approved facility. The Company confirms that there is no discharge of hazardous effluents in the environment from the Lote facility. Laxmi Organic Lote Plant compliant with applicable laws The Company categorically states that the recent media reports drawing comparisons between the Company’s Lote operations and those of [erstwhile] Italian company Miteni S.p.A (Miteni) are inaccurate and misleading from perspectives of (i) effluent treatment and disposal practices, and (ii) product portfolio. The Miteni incident involved the direct discharge of wastewater into rivers over several decades, leading to significant environmental and health impacts. Such practices are not permissible under India’s stringent regulatory framework, which mandates rigorous environmental clearances, continuous monitoring, and strict compliance standards. The Company’s Lote manufacturing facility operates closed-loop systems that prevents the release of any harmful substances into the environment. The hazardous waste and effluents are sent to a State Government approved common hazardous waste treatment storage disposal facility, where they are scientifically disposed, including incineration. The Company adheres to standardized procedures for hazardous waste management with full digital traceability, supported by advanced safety systems, high-capacity effluent treatment infrastructure, containment measures, and impervious flooring, ensuring strict regulatory compliance and prevent any harmful environmental impact. The Company’s Lote site is a multi-technology and a multi-product site encompassing fluorinated and non-fluorinated products. These products are essential for several new-age and existing industries like semiconductors, defence, power grids, electric vehicles, medical devices, electronics, agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, etc. The Company would also like to emphasise that fluorinated products are produced in India and globally at scale in a responsible manner. The Company remains steadfast in its commitment to transparency and continues to actively engage with all relevant stakeholders and government authorities. About Laxmi Organic Industries Limited Laxmi Organic Industries Limited (NSE: LXCHEM | BSE: 543277) is a global supplier of Essentials and Specialty chemicals. Headquartered in Mumbai, India, the Company has a strong focus on innovation, quality, safety, and sustainability, serving over 750 clients across key industries including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, life sciences, pigments, and coatings, and delivering high-performance chemical solutions to customers in more than 55 countries. The Company’s product portfolio spans essential acetyl products and advanced specialty chemistries, backed by state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and a DSIR-accredited R&D centre that continually develops innovative, customer-centric processes and chemistries. The Company maintains a global footprint through its subsidiaries and offices in Europe and China, strengthening its ability to serve diverse international markets. With four manufacturing sites across India and a diversified product portfolio, the Company is committed to operational excellence, sustainable growth, and long-term value creation for all stakeholders. Safe Harbor Statement Certain statements in this document concerning our future growth prospects are forward looking statements which involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in such forward looking statements. The risk and uncertainties relating to the statements include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties regarding fiscal policy, competition, inflationary pressures and general economic conditions affecting demand /supply and price conditions in domestic and international markets. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statement that may be made from time to time by or on behalf of the Company.
Make America Healthy Again: US resets dietary guidelines amid health crisis
Announcing the new guidelines, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr and Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the policy places real, whole foods at the centre of health, moving away from highly processed diets that have contributed to a growing public health crisis in the country
Workers Of Both NCPs Want To Unite, Family Tensions Sorted: Ajit Pawar
The workers of NCP's two factions want to unite and all tensions within the Pawar family have been resolved, Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar has told NDTV in an exclusive interview
ED seeks CBI probe against CM Mamata, top police officials in I-PAC raid case
The Enforcement Directorate has approached the Calcutta High Court seeking a CBI probe against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and senior police officials for allegedly obstructing raids linked to a coal scam money laundering case
Smog, cold and rain grip capital as AQI remains in poor category
Delhi continued to reel under a cold wave on Friday as temperatures dropped to 5C and light rain lashed parts of the city. A thick smog blanket kept air quality in the poor to very poor category, with the overall AQI at 280 and several areas crossing 350, according to Central Pollution Control Board and India Meteorological Department.
Syrian Defence Ministry announces ceasefire after Aleppo clashes
Syrias Defence Ministry announced a ceasefire in parts of Aleppo following three days of clashes between government forces and Kurdish fighters that displaced thousands. The statement said the ceasefire was effective at 3 am in the neighbourhoods of Sheikh Maqsoud, Achrafieh and Bani Zaid and gave armed groups six hours to leave the area
Bombay High Court invalidated a Returning Officer's order rejecting BJP candidate Nikesh Bhojane's nomination for ward 17A in Navi Mumbai. The court found the RO wrongly applied a disqualification clause meant for sitting councillors, allowing Bhojane to contest the upcoming civic polls.
Mumbai court rejects bail plea of IPS officers hubby
A sessions court has denied a temporary bail plea filed by Purushottam Chavan, husband of an IPS officer, who is accused of defrauding citizens of over Rs 24 crore by promising government quota flats. Chavan had requested a three-month medical release, but the court rejected it, citing his previous regular bail plea dismissal.
Mamata Banerjee registers complaints at two police stations on ED`s I-PAC raids
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has lodged complaints at two Kolkata police stations over the Enforcement Directorates raids on I-PAC offices and co-founder Pratik Jains residence. While no officials were named, the BJP criticised the move
Thorium key to expanding Indias energy independent nuclear programme, says Anil Kakodkar
Trinamool Congress MPs stage protest outside Amit Shahs office, detained
Eight Trinamool Congress MPs protested outside Union Home Minister Amit Shahs office in Delhi, accusing the Centre of misusing central agencies. Derek OBrien and Mahua Moitra were briefly detained. The protest followed ED raids on political consultancy firm I-PAC in Kolkata, which CM Mamata Banerjee termed politically motivate
Land-for-job `scam`: Charges to be framed against Lalu Yadav, family members
A Delhi court has ordered framing of charges against RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, his family members and others in the alleged land-for-job scam linked to railway recruitments. Special Judge Vishal Gogne said Yadav used the railway ministry as his personal fiefdom in order to carry out a criminal enterprise where public employment was used as a bar
Pune shivers as cold spell persists, city records 8.3 degrees Celsius
Pashan recorded a minimum temperature of 8.3 degrees Celsius, while Shivajinagar registered 8.4 degrees Celsius, underlining the sustained chill gripping the city
Teachers and school staff on election duty are demanding a paid rest day from the Maharashtra government due to prolonged working hours and exhaustion. They report working 30-35 hours continuously, often with late-night travel, and are expected back at school the next day.
Man arrested for allegedly molesting seven minor schoolgirls in Malad
A 36-year-old man was arrested in Mumbai`s Malvani area for allegedly molesting seven minor schoolgirls aged 14-15 after luring them with the promise of a car ride. Police swiftly registered a case under the POCSO Act and relevant BNS sections, arrested the accused within hours, and are investigating whether he was involved in similar incidents.
Public holiday announced in 29 cities for Maharashtra civic elections 2026
The holiday will apply to government and semi-government offices, corporations, boards, public undertakings, banks and central government offices within the jurisdiction of the civic bodies
BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has been asked by the returning officer to provide a sworn affidavit supporting his complaint against Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Kishori Pednekar. Somaiya alleges Pednekar submitted false information in her election affidavit, citing an FIR in the Covid-19 body bag scam and an alleged SRA scam.
Authorities in Beed, Maharashtra, have booked four individuals for allegedly amassing over 4 crore by falsely promising aid for Palestine. The funds were collected through an unregistered trust, raising suspicions of fraud. Police are investigating potential links to terror financing and have arrested two suspects.
Act invoked by RO didnt apply to candidate: HC stays poll in Navi Mumbai ward over nixed nomination
Bombay High Court has halted the election process for Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation's Ward 17A. This decision follows a BJP candidate's challenge after his nomination was rejected due to an alleged unauthorized commercial use notice. The court found the returning officer's actions potentially arbitrary and scheduled further hearings.
BJPs alliance with AIMIM, Congress shameful display of hypocrisy: Shiv Sena UBT
Mumbai: Amid ongoing election activity in the 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra, the Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray (UBT) has launched a fierce attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing it of abandoning its core ideology for the sake of power. The party described the BJPs recent political manoeuvres in Maharashtra as a shameful 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 .
Shiv Sena (UBT) slams BJPs AIMIM, Congress alliances as ideological betrayal
The editorial alleged that the BJP has frequently utilised Asaduddin Owaisis AIMIM as a hidden helper in elections across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Maharashtra to divide opposition votes
BMC polls row: Maharastra SEC seeks report on poll officer's action in Colaba
The State Election Commission is reviewing the Colaba returning officer's decision to reject two nomination forms. While initially deeming the action legally sound, the SEC has requested an observer's report. The rejected candidates alleged Speaker Rahul Narwekar's influence, claiming their forms were refused despite tokens and presence before the deadline.
Mumbai BJP has suspended 26 office bearers, including former corporators, for six years for not cooperating with Mahayuti candidates in the BMC elections 2026. The disciplinary action was taken against those who contested as rebel candidates or worked against the party's ideology despite repeated requests. Some rebels have since withdrawn their nominations.
French President Emmanuel Macron to visit India next month
Let`s finally look at what we have managed to achieve together, the successes of French diplomacy last year- the Artificial Intelligence summit. The whole world came to Paris. We made progress on this and we co-chaired it with Prime Minister Modi and next month, I`ll be in India to follow up.
EAM Jaishankar meets French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris
The two leaders discussed advancing bilateral cooperation and elevating India-EU engagement, while also sharing perspectives on contemporary global developments.
Donald Trump wants government to buy USD 200 billion in mortgage bonds
Trump said the two mortgage companies under government conservatorship, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, have USD 200 billion in cash that will be used to make the purchase.
Federal immigration officers shoot and wound two people in Oregon
The Department of Homeland Security described the vehicle`s passenger as a Venezuelan illegal alien affiliated with the transnational Tren de Aragua prostitution ring who had been involved in a recent shooting in Portland
BMC polls: One-on-one fights in at least 11 wards, to test local equations
BMC elections are set for a tight contest with 1,700 candidates, featuring multi-cornered fights in most wards. However, at least 11 wards will see one-on-one battles, offering a clearer test of local political strength. Key matchups include Colaba and a keenly watched face-off between two Sena candidates.
Death warrant being issued for Mumbai & Marathi pride, claim Uddhav & Raj
Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray and MNS chief Raj Thackeray jointly criticized the Mahayuti government, alleging a decline in Mumbai and Marathi pride due to rampant corruption and stalled projects. They emphasized the critical juncture Maharashtra faces, urging unity to prevent irreversible damage to the state and its people.
US: Man wielding sharp object shot by police in Brooklyn hospital
The incident happened around 5.30 pm on Thursday at the NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, New York City police said; Officers responded to a report of a man armed with a sharp object inside the facility in Brooklyn`s Park Slope neighbourhood
Bandra poll rally stabbing: Neither victim nor supporters saw assailant
Sena's Bandra candidate Haji Salim Qureshi was stabbed while campaigning in a crowded lane, realizing the attack only after exiting. Neither he nor his supporters saw the assailant, and police are investigating, exploring angles including a builder lobby and a past stabbing incident. Qureshi sustained 56 stitches but is stable.
BJP kept alliance with Sena in BMC in past only for Hindutva
BJP's Ashish Shelar stated the alliance with Shiv Sena in BMC was solely for Hindutva, distancing the party from alleged Rs 3 lakh crore corruption. He emphasized BJP's focus on Mumbai's development, security, and addressing demographic changes, promising corruption-free governance and initiatives like a Water Management Authority if elected.
Every open space for sports activity must be safeguarded
Let this ground see football, hockey and cricket thrive and the ground remain open to those who used it earlier, even if management changes, with adherence to all rules
BJP Is Power Hungry, Not Pro-Hindutva, Says Uddhav Thackeray
Shiv Sena-UBT Chief Uddhav Thackeray has launched a fierce political attack against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), predicting a grim future for the Eknath Shinde-led Sena faction and accusing the BJP of eroding Maharashtra's political culture.
MBBS status revoked at Katra medical college after NMC inspection
The withdrawal follows weeks of protests by the Sangharsh Samiti, a conglomerate of right-wing organisations backed by the BJP, demanding the cancellation of the current batchs admissions to 42 Muslim students from Kashmir, seven Hindus, and one Sikh candidate
ED raids I-PAC office, chief Pratik Jain in West Bengal coal scam case
Searches conducted as part of money laundering probe into alleged multi-crore coal pilferage scam; family alleges theft at home by the probing agency
Turkman Gate violence: Five sent to judicial custody, six more arrested
The five accused Mohammad Arib, Kashif, Adnan, Mohammad Kaif and Sameer were produced before Judicial Magistrate Pooja Suhag. On Thursday, six more persons Afaan, Adil, Shahnawaz, Hamza, Atharr and Ubed, all residents of the Turkman Gate area were arrested
Pakistan pitches JF-17 fighter jets to Bangladesh during air force talks
Pakistans Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu and his Bangladesh counterpart Hasan Mahmood Khan had extensive talks on the procurement of the JF-17 Thunder, a multi-role combat aircraft jointly developed with China
Protests spread nationwide across Iran amid economic crisis, say activists
So far, violence around the demonstrations has killed at least 38 people while more than 2200 others have been detained, said the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency
ICE officer shoots woman dead in Minneapolis amid immigration crackdown
Minneapolis on edge after woman is fatally shot during immigration enforcement operation, schools shut and protests erupt; Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said agents are not going anywhere
Maharashtra chief secretary warns against technological dependence, advocates for sovereign AI
Mumbai: Skip election training, face legal action, BMC warns staff ahead of Jan 15 polls
Water supply disruption in Navi Mumbai after Morbe Dam pipeline leak
BJP suspends 26 functionaries, rebel candidates for six years
Day after aborting alliance, BJP receives suspended Cong councillors into its fold
Mumbai: Drunk man hugs schoolgirl on road, Pocso case filed
Mumbai sessions court denies bail to 60-year-old nurse accused in child trafficking case
Man sentenced to 8 years rigorous imprisonment in 2015 rape case
Week before polling, Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate joins Shiv Sena in Dombivli
A CITY IN TRAINING - Runners step up for the upcoming Mumbai marathon
Mumbai's running community is gearing up for the upcoming marathon, with dedicated runners of all levels training diligently. From seasoned athletes to first-time participants, the city's early mornings are filled with disciplined runs along iconic locations like Marine Drive, showcasing a shared passion and commitment to race day.
