Mumbai Police form SIT to probe Jaranges 500 crore claim as Raut writes to Shah seeking ED probe
The claim by Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil has stirred Maharashtras politics, drawing a wedge between the alliance partners
Mumbai Police form SIT to probe Jaranges 500 crore claim as Raut writes to Shah seeking ED probe
The claim by Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil has stirred Maharashtras politics, drawing a wedge between the alliance partners
Maharashtra Introduces Rapid Drug Quality Testing Machines in Hospitals
Maharashtras health department launches drug detection machines for quick quality checks in hospitals, enhancing patient safety. Maharashtra Introduces Rapid Drug Quality Testing Machines in Hospitals
Maharashtra will prioritise its own interest on Telangana barrage project, says Fadnavis
Joint committee will be formed to do an independent study of the projects impact
Karjat project sparks Maharashtra political faceoff as thousands of trees are cut for 3,000 MW plant
A significant controversy emerged in Maharashtra due to tree cutting for Torrent Power's energy project. Locals and activists oppose the project due to environmental concerns and tree felling. Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray questioned the project's need while citing its ties to Gujarat. The Maharashtra government claims the project is essential for energy needs and has followed regulations.
Nod for twin tunnels discharging treated water into Mahim creek
State mulls strict action against finance firm directors over farmer harassment
PCMC orders crackdown on unauthorised firecracker stalls
Man arrested for allegedly throwing toddler son off skywalk at Ghatkopar in Mumbai
Peak electricity demand starts to ease after highs
Power supply to thousands hit in Tathawade, Punawale
Pedestrian killed in Mumbai autorickshaw crash
Mumbai police charge minor, cousin after tanker rams compound wall
Teenage girl raped by two men in Maharashtra on pretext of job offer
Maharashtra recorded eight farmer suicides a day on average from Jan 2022 till June 2026: RTI
Mumbai court rejects bail for astrologer accused of Rs 69 lakh fraud
Five arrested for beating a 23-year-old thief
Underpass along Palm Beach Road redesigned, 250 trees saved
Mumbai PMLA court rejects EOW plea to restore Rs 1.75 crore in Torres Jewellers Ponzi case
BMC garbage truck kills woman pedestrian on Thane-Belapur road; mob thrashes driver
Maharashtra weather update: Mumbai suburbs, Dahanu, Ratnagiri hottest in state
The maximum temperature at Santacruz (representative of Mumbai suburbs) was 2.9 degrees above normal. Meanwhile, Mumbai city recorded a maximum temperature of 35.7 degrees Celsius, which was 2 degrees above the normal for the day
Bombay High Court adjourns hearing in actor Imran Khans plea against leave India notice to Oct 27
Maharashtra govt to offer two CET attempts for all professional courses from this year
Shooters fired at actor Tiger Shroff on third attempt, did recce of other actors: Police
Police recover Tiger Shroff firing accuseds voice notes on weapons
Cyclone Arnab alert: Andhra Pradesh prepares evacuations as Odisha shuts schools
Cyclone Arnab is expected to make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28, with winds of up to 140 kmph, heavy rain and a possible storm surge. Odisha has shut schools in six districts, banned fishing and deployed rescue teams
Over 2.3 Crore Gig Workers By 2030: India Tweaking Its Labour Survey Methods
As of March 10, 2026, Maharashtra had the highest number of platform workers registered on the e-Shram portal, with 1.38 lakh registrations.
Bank of Maharashtra reports 41% jump in Q2FY27 net profit at 2,310 crore
The Pune-headquartered public sector bank, which reported a net profit of 1,633 crore in the year ago quarter, logged a robust growth in advances amid improvement in asset quality
Ranji Trophy: Badoni Slams Second Successive Ton, Saranshs Seven-for Puts MP On Top
JSCA International Stadium: Batting all-rounder Ayush Badoni continued his rich vein of form by hitting a second consecutive hundred, while India off-spinner Saransh Jains seven-wicket haul gave Madhya Pradesh firm control on day one of the third-round Ranji Trophy matches on Monday. Fresh from a career-best 217 against Gujarat, Badoni struck an unbeaten 106 off 122 balls, laced with 11 fours and two sixes, to take Delhi to 309/5 against Jharkhand at the JSCA International Stadium in Ranchi. Badoni, 26, previously hit 205 against the same opponents in the 2024/25 season. A chanceless knock, Badonis sixth first-class hundred, anchored Delhis recovery. He found a reliable ally in all-rounder Sumit Mathur, who was unbeaten on 50, as the pair put together an unbroken 128-run stand for the sixth wicket. Mathur had a lucky escape on 36 when he was caught at long-on, only to be recalled because Anukul Roy had overstepped. At Holkar Stadium in Indore, Saranshs 7-40 helped Madhya Pradesh bowl Bihar out for just 99. The hosts, still looking for their first win of the season after two draws, then reached 261/3 with a lead of 162, after bowling out Bihar for 99. Wicketkeeper-batter Saksham Purohit was unbeaten on 113, and his opening partner Yash Dubey made 84. At the BKC Ground, Mumbai also made a strong start against Haryana at home after being put in to bat first. Angkrish Raghuvanshi made 114 off 180 balls with 13 fours and a six, while Musheer Khan scored 109 off 185 balls with 12 fours and a six. The pair added 208 runs for the second wicket to steer Mumbai to 290/3 at stumps. Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir, also in search of their first win, were frustrated by Priyanshu Moliya at the Reliance Ground in Vadodara. Moliyas patient unbeaten 113 lifted Baroda to 259/6 after they had slipped to 197/6 at one stage. Vidarbha, who have two wins so far, had Goa in trouble at 84/6 after Nachiket Bhute ripped through the top order with four wickets. But Darshan Misal and Yash Kasvankar then struck half-centuries and shared a stand of 104 runs for the seventh wicket to help the visitors reach 204/8. On a rain-hit day, Pondicherry reduced Uttar Pradesh to 67/4. In Mysuru, Karnataka recovered from a sluggish start to bowl Tripura out for 194 at the SDNR Wadiyar Stadium. The hosts, who sprang a surprise by leaving out pacers Vidwath Kaverappa and Abhilash Shetty to accommodate spinners Shikhar Shetty and Ritesh Bhatkal, failed to make use of the new ball as Tripura moved comfortably to 88/2 in the first session. Left-arm spinner Shikhar then claimed his third first-class five-wicket haul, while pacer Manvanth Kumar took three. Karnataka lost Mayank Agarwal early and were 10 for one at stumps. At the DVR Ground in Mulapadu, Chhattisgarhs spinners made full use of a helpful pitch to bowl Andhra out for 231. Veteran off-spinner Jayant Yadav led the way with 4-75, while Ajay Mandal and Dharmendrasinh Jadeja took three and two wickets respectively. In reply, Chhattisgarh lost Ayush Pandey early when he was run out going for an unnecessary quick single. Captain Anuj Tiwary and Mayank Verma then negotiated the final half-hour to take the visitors to 35/1. Wicketkeeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh laid the foundation with 81 off 126 balls, hitting nine fours and a six, while fifties from Salil Arora and Ramandeep Singh then guided Punjab to 289/6 against Hyderabad in Secunderabad. Denish Das made 90 off 165 balls, with 14 fours, to take Assam to 235/6 against Saurashtra in Rajkot. For the hosts, veteran pacer Jaydev Unadkat picked up three wickets, while Ravindra Jadeja and Arth Yadav took one wicket each. In Thiruvananthapuram, where only 50 overs were possible due to rain, Kerala reduced Bengal to 172/6, with Aditya Sarwate taking three wickets and Nedumankuzhy Basil two scalps. Maharashtra bowled out Gujarat for 233 in Pune, with Siddhesh Veer taking four wickets, while Rajvardhan Hangargekar and Vicky Ostwal claimed three apiece. Maharashtra were 24/1 when stumps were called. Services off-spinner Pulkit Narang returned 6-47, his second five-wicket haul of the season, to bowl Odisha out for 194 in Bhubaneswar. The visitors were 13/0 at stumps. Tamil Nadu bowled out Railways for 184 in Chennai, with R Sai Kishore and Sonu Yadav taking three wickets each, but slipped to 71/3 till stumps arrived. Devendra Singh Boras six-wicket haul helped Uttarakhand dismiss Rajasthan for 272 in Dehradun despite skipper Kartik Sharmas 73. Uttarakhand were 18/0 at stumps. Centuries from Arjun Azad and Nehal Pajni powered Chandigarh past 350 for the loss of three wickets against Himachal Pradesh. In the Plate group, Meghalayas Ajay Duhan (167) and Kishan Lyngdoh (144) shared an unbroken 308-run stand for the second wicket as their side piled up 385/2 against Mizoram in Nadiad. Tamil Nadu bowled out Railways for 184 in Chennai, with R Sai Kishore and Sonu Yadav taking three wickets each, but slipped to 71/3 till stumps arrived. Devendra Singh Boras six-wicket haul helped Uttarakhand dismiss Rajasthan for 272 in Dehradun despite skipper Kartik Sharmas 73. Uttarakhand were 18/0 at stumps. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Maharashtra FDA crackdown: Blinkit licence suspended in Bhiwandi
The action follows an inspection conducted by FDA officials on October 21, during which records of around 18,405 expired, spoiled or unsaleable food items were found. According to the FDA, the company failed to provide independently verifiable evidence that the stock had been disposed of safely through authorised channels
Bank of Maharashtra Q2 profit jumps 41.5% as bad loans decline
Bank of Maharashtra posted a 41.5% year-on-year rise in Q2 net profit to Rs 2,310 crore, supported by stronger income, deposit and credit growth, improved asset quality and a return on assets of 2.02%.
'Religious authority above political power': Deputy CM Shinde at Trimbakeshwar
Religious authority is greater than political power. Governing the state by bowing before saints is our tradition, Shinde said after paying obeisance to Lord Trimbakeshwar and Godavari Mata and greeting saints and religious leaders who had arrived from across the country
SC Notice to EC on Maharashtra SIR
The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre and Election Commission on a plea challenging Maharashtras SIR, which excluded over 2.06 crore voters from draft rolls.
Over 12,000 farmers march towards Maharashtra CM's residence over loan waiver, drought relief
More than 12,000 farmers from over 20 districts of Maharashtra began a vehicle-led long march from Akole to Mumbai on Monday, demanding drought relief, loan waivers, forest rights and better wages and social security for...
Slack mustard coverage drags Indias rabi acreage as sowing begins
Area under chana, moong, wheat and rice trail as Rajasthan, UP, M.P., Gujarat, Maharashtra and Karnataka report deficient rainfall
CM Fadnavis orders joint study of Telanganas Thumidihatti irrigation project
A joint committee comprising the chief secretaries and water resources department secretaries of both states will examine the technical aspects and the potential submergence of areas in Maharashtra
Maharashtra govt forms SIT to probe Jaranage's 'Rs 500 crore' audio clip
Wildlife boost: Two forest areas to get sanctuary status, 14 reserves approved
Maharashtra has approved proposals to grant sanctuary status to two forest areas and cleared 14 conservation reserves across seven districts. The state wildlife board also approved Tansa sanctuary expansion and discussed measures to address human-wildlife conflict
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 26: OVS, Italy's leading fashion retailer, has opened its largest store in India at R City Mall, Ghatkopar, Mumbai. Spanning approximately 12,400 sq. ft., the store marks an important milestone in the brand's India journey, introducing a flagship-style retail experience that brings together an expanded range of collections in a spacious, contemporary setting. Designed to offer consumers a more immersive way to discover the brand, the store reflects OVS's approach to making Italian design and contemporary fashion affordable to a wider audience, while maintaining high standards of quality and sustainability.
Boost for green energy projects: Maharashtra govt waives 25 pc land transfer fee
Maharashtra announced a waiver for the 25 per cent transfer fee on land for renewable energy projects. This decision aims to alleviate financial pressure on companies and reduce project costs. Companies must use the land exclusively for renewable energy to qualify for this exemption. If the land is used for other purposes, the exemption will be revoked, and fees will be charged.
Paradise Group marks 36 years in business this year, alongside the birthday of its Managing Director, Manish Bathija Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 26: Paradise Group, one of Navi Mumbais
Prime Minister Modi Highlights Shabari Natural in Mann Ki Baat, Honoring Tribal Culture
PM Modis mention of Shabari Natural in Mann Ki Baat celebrates Maharashtras tribal products and culture, boosting community recognition. Prime Minister Modi Highlights Shabari Natural in Mann Ki Baat, Honoring Tribal Culture
Maharashtra: SIT formed to probe Manoj Jarange audio clip allegations
The alleged audio clip claimed that Jarange Patil was paid Rs 500 crore by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde, son of Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, at the behest of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to weaken the movement for Maratha reservation ahead of the 2024 Assembly elections. The activist has claimed that he never received any money and had demanded an investigation into the case.
Nepali gang arrested for murder of retired IPS officers wife in Hyderabad
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Oct 26 (IANS) More than five months after Tanuja Ranjan, wife of retired Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Ray Vinay Ranjan, was brutally murdered at their residence in Hyderabad, police on Monday arrested four Nepalese. Those arrested include the domestic worker, Dharma Tiruwa alias Kalpana, who had worked at the victims residence. The arrests were made following a five-month-long investigation spanning several states and the India-Nepal border. Hyderabad Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar announced the arrests at a press conference. A Special Investigation Team (SIT), probing rising property offences committed by Nepali gangs across the three Police Commissionerates, arrested four accused near Nampally Railway Station on Monday (October 26). Dharma alias Kalpana, 26, is from Surkhet district in Nepal. Ganesh B.K. alias Ganesh Bishwakarma alias Dinesh Thapa, 31, is a labourer who was residing in Pune; Chandra Bahadur Tamang alias Ranjeet Thapa alias Shanker Chandra Lama alias Kancha, 44, a cook whose listed Indian address is in Gurugram, Haryana; and Ganesh Bahadur Shahi, 37, a watchman who was residing in Pune. Police said two other accused remained absconding and that teams were continuing efforts to trace them. The police had earlier arrested two other accused in the case. Police said the accused entered the house in Prashasan Nagar on the night of May 78, restrained Tanuja Ranjan and smothered her. They allegedly escaped with 225 grams of gold jewellery and other valuables. The police investigation revealed that Dharma came to Hyderabad in June 2025 through a relative and began working as a domestic help at the Jubilee Hills residence for a monthly salary of about Rs 20,000. During her employment, she allegedly remained in contact with Bikas, a Nepal national based in Pune, who repeatedly asked about her employer, the households assets and the valuables inside the house. He eventually proposed a robbery in return for a share of the proceeds. In April 2026, Dharma travelled to Pune to visit her ailing father and came into contact with other members of the alleged gang. On May 4, when her employer left for Bengaluru, she allegedly alerted the group. The police account says Ganesh Bahadur Shahi, Shanker Chandra Lama and Sunil Pariyar met at Kalamboli in Raigad district, Maharashtra, on May 4 and travelled to Pune in a hired Maruti Ertiga. The next day, they met other alleged accomplices, including Ganesh B.K., before setting out for Hyderabad. On the morning of May 7, Ganesh B.K. and Suresh Shahi allegedly met Dharma near her workplace, surveyed the premises and discussed how the group could enter the house. Two groups allegedly carried out the operation. According to police, the gang assembled at Ravindra Bar near the Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station area on the evening of May 7. It allegedly split into two groups under a plan devised by Sujan Shahi, also known as Suresh Shahi. One group, comprising Ganesh B.K., Suresh Shahi and Shanker Lama, was assigned to enter the house and carry out the robbery. The other, comprising Ganesh Bahadur Shahi, Sunil Pariyar and Netra Shahi, allegedly remained near Nampally railway station as a lookout team. During the intervening night of May 7 and 8, Dharma allegedly opened the door to let the others in. Police said Tanuja woke up during the incident. The attackers allegedly gagged and restrained her, causing her death by suffocation. The group then searched the house, broke open cupboards and took gold jewellery and other valuables. After leaving through the rear gate, the accused allegedly travelled to Nampally and joined the lookout team. Investigation revealed that the group subsequently travelled towards Kazipet, moved into isolated hilly terrain and divided the stolen property into nine equal shares. Members then split into smaller groups, fled towards Nepal and disposed of the valuables at different locations. On May 22, Task Force teams arrested Sunil Bahadur Aauji alias Sunil Pariyar and alleged receiver Dilip Bahadur Mijar alias Sonar. Police recovered 26 grams of the stolen property from them. The investigation continued across Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune, Surat, Patna, Delhi, Lucknow and Uttarakhand. The SIT also carried out field inquiries near the India-Nepal border, spending more than five months gathering intelligence in remote and hilly areas. Police said local informers helped the team track the suspects alleged hideouts, travel routes, employment and contacts.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) In a major push toward wildlife preservation and habitat protection across Maharashtra, the State Board for Wildlife (SBWL), chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Monday approved key environmental proposals during its 26th official meeting. Among the landmark decisions made, the board granted Wildlife Sanctuary status to two key forest pockets and formally approved proposals for 14 new Conservation Reserves spanning seven districts. The new Wildlife Sanctuary status has been accorded to Kolamarka Conservation Reserve (Gadchiroli district), which is widely renowned as a vital habitat for endangered Asiatic wild buffaloes (Bubalus arnee). Kolamarka has officially been upgraded to a Wildlife Sanctuary. Further, approval was granted to expand the existing Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary by incorporating 588.767 hectares of private and revenue land from six villages (Ogda, Khodde, Tirmal, Pachghar, Phansad, and Amle) to make the sanctuary human-settlement-free. Proposals for 14 new conservation reserves spread across Pune, Raigad, Nashik, Nandurbar, Thane, Palghar, and Chandrapur districts received official board clearance. These reserves include Velhe Mulshi (Pune / Raigad), Bhorgirigad (Pune), Lonavala (Pune / Raigad), Dindori (Nashik), Surgana (Nashik), Taharabad (Nashik), Chinchpada (Nandurbar), Alibaug (Raigad), Ghera Manikgad (Raigad), Gumatara (Thane), Jawhar (Palghar), Asherigad (Palghar), Dhamani (Palghar) and Ekara (Chandrapur). Further, the State Board for Wildlife declared 100.139 sq. km area in Koka Wildlife Sanctuary as Critical Wildlife Habitat and 255.79 sq. km area in Jaakwadi Bird Sanctuary as Critical Wildlife Habitat. It was also decided that maintenance, silt removal, and dam repair works inside wildlife sanctuaries must be permanently integrated into the respective Management Plans within 3 months. Wildlife officials are to be notified in advance instead of seeking fresh administrative approvals for every project. Clearances were granted for essential civic and infrastructure projects (irrigation, drinking water, roads, bridges, power transmission, medical units, and underground optical fibre cables) across protected zones, eco-sensitive areas, and tiger corridors. Discussions were held on declaring Human-Wildlife Conflict as a Natural Disaster under the Disaster Management Act, establishing quiet zones in tiger reserves (core/buffer/ESZ), and formulating relocation policies for villages in buffer zones. The CM instructed officials to evaluate staffing requirements, deputations, and vacant positions within one month to shift notified sanctuaries from Regional Forest/Forest Development Corporation Maharashtra control to the dedicated Wildlife Wing.
Maha govt orders 100 water absorption pits in every village across 304 drought-hit talukas
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) The Maharashtra government on Monday directed authorities to undertake soil and water conservation works in 304 talukas where drought triggers were activated during the 2026 kharif season, including constructing at least 100 water absorption pits in every village, desilting water bodies and repairing check dams. According to a government resolution (GR) issued by the Soil and Water Conservation Department, the measures aim to address drought conditions arising from inadequate rainfall and strengthen water conservation infrastructure across the affected areas. This initiative is in addition to 12 mitigation measures already taken by the state government to tackle the drought. The government has directed officials to complete ongoing and incomplete works under departmental schemes and repair existing soil and water conservation structures. The GR also mandates the installation of gates or planks on weirs and check dams to retain water, with periodic inspections. Authorities must repair damaged Kolhapur-type weirs by installing needles, remove silt from water storage structures and deepen and widen streams in villages across the affected tehsils. Officials have also been asked to construct sandbag check dams, or temporary earthen check dams, and provide recharge shafts at stream-deepening sites, dams and ponds. The government has directed authorities to install rainwater harvesting systems in government and private buildings. The GR has asked for an effective implementation of conservation works undertaken through voluntary organisations, including Paani Foundation, Naam Foundation, Tata Trusts and Chandra Foundation. The government has identified multiple funding sources, including the Jal Yukta Shivar Abhiyan 2.0 and the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojanas watershed development component 2.0 in villages covered by these schemes. Other sources include district planning committee funds, special component schemes, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe sub-plans, Tanda development schemes, the Mineral Development Fund, MPs, MLAs and MLCs funds, corporate social responsibility contributions, and funds under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee scheme and VB-G RAM G. The GR directs field officials to prioritise repairs based on updated information available on the JalDarpan app, which records structures requiring maintenance. District collectors can approve eligible repair works costing less than Rs 25 lakh, subject to prescribed financial norms and a ceiling of 20 per cent of the applicable financial standards, the resolution states. The GR has come after the state governments decisions to declare drought and extend relief measures in 304 tehsils where Trigger-1 and Trigger-2 were activated during the 2026 kharif season. The government had also constituted a state-level task force under the chief secretary to coordinate water conservation efforts amid the possibility of an El Nino impact.
Liechtenstein Prince arrives in Delhi, set to hold bilateral talks with PM Modi on Tuesday
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Liechtenstein's Hereditary Prince Alois arrived in New Delhi on Monday as part of his ongoing State Visit to India which aims at further strengthening bilateral ties. Prince Alois arrived in the national capital from Gujarat's Vadodara. He was received by Union Minister of State (MoS) Jayant Singh at the airport. A new chapter in IndiaLiechtenstein engagement. H.S.H. Hereditary Prince Alois of Liechtenstein arrived in New Delhi today, following his visit to Vadodara, as part of his ongoing State Visit to India. He was received by MoS Jayant Singh at the airport. The visit will provide renewed impetus to the bilateral relations, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) posted on X. Extending a warm welcome to Prince Alois, MoS Singh took to X and posted: Following our earlier engagement at Davos, I look forward to further strengthening the warm and friendly ties between India and Liechtenstein and advancing our shared interests through greater cooperation. Prince Alois arrived in Mumbai on Sunday as he began his State Visit at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He is accompanied by his wife, Princess Sofia, and a high-level official and business delegation comprising top industry leaders. A warm welcome to India! H.S.H. Hereditary Prince Alois of Liechtenstein arrived in Mumbai on a State Visit to India. He was received by Shri Jaykumar Rawal, Minister of Protocol, Government of Maharashtra. IndiaLiechtenstein share warm and cordial relations, based on shared values, the MEA posted on X. This is the second visit of Prince Alois to India in 2026, as he had earlier visited New Delhi in February to attend the AI Impact Summit. He had previously visited India in 2010 and 2018. Prince Alois will be accorded a ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday. He will pay a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat and have a meeting with External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar. Prince Alois is scheduled to hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Hyderabad House later on Tuesday, where they will discuss cooperation in various sectors, including trade and investment, science, technology and innovation, and people-to-people exchanges besides also views on regional and global developments. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Union Minister of State for Skills Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Chaudhary will call on Prince Alois on Tuesday. Prince Alois will then meet President Droupadi Murmu, who will also host an official banquet in his honour. The visit is expected to provide further impetus to the growing engagement between India and Liechtenstein, particularly since the operationalisation of the IndiaEFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement in 2025. The visit will provide an opportunity to further deepen the friendly ties between India and Liechtenstein and build partnerships in new areas of mutual interest, the MEA said in a statement.
Maharashtra forms SIT to probe Rs 500 crore Jarange audio clip claim
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Maharashtra wildlife board approves sanctuary status for two forest areas, 14 conservation reserves
The Kolamarka Conservation Reserve in Gadchiroli district, known for its population of wild buffaloes, has been approved for declaration as a wildlife sanctuary
TummidihattiBarrage: Telangana, Maharashtra to form joint panel to examine increase in height
A Telangana delegation led by CM A Revanth Reddy met his Maharashtra counterpart Devendra Fadnavis on Monday to discuss the proposed project
Maha govt formulates master water plan to safeguard Mumbai Metropolitan Regions demand
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) In a major initiative to secure long-term water sustainability for Indias premier economic engine, the Maharashtra government has constituted a high-level study group to draft a comprehensive 25-year water management blueprint for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The directive, issued via a Government Resolution (GR) by the Water Resources Department, mandates the expert panel to evaluate future demand, assess available resources, identify structural shortfalls, and submit an actionable roadmap within three months. The Mumbai Metropolitan Regionspanning major municipal corporations, industrial belts, and rapidly developing semi-urban centresfaces escalating demand driven by population growth, commercial expansion, and major megaprojects. While the region currently relies on a hybrid network of state dams and civic sources, the government emphasised that fragmented management is no longer viable. The study group will conduct an integrated audit across domestic, industrial, commercial, institutional, and construction sectors to establish precise demand projections for three key horizons: 2031, 2041, and 2051. The newly formed study group is chaired by Sanjay Belsare, retired secretary of the Water Resources Department. To ensure inter-agency synchronisation across administrative jurisdictions, the panel incorporates leadership from key urban and regional authorities. The study group comprises Chief Engineer - Konkan Region (Member Secretary), Additional Commissioners from BMC & MMRDA; Commissioners of Thane, Navi Mumbai, & Kalyan-Dombivli; and representatives from Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC), Maharashtra Jeevan Pradhikaran (MJP), and Maharashtra Remote Sensing Application Centre (MRSAC). The study groups scope extends beyond traditional dam-building solutions, prioritising sustainable demand management and climate adaptation. The study group will review completed, ongoing, and proposed water supply projects to calculate total assured yields against projected localised shortfalls, evaluate recycled wastewater reuse, large-scale rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, and the ecological revival of local water bodies, recommend strict measures to curb Non-Revenue Water (NRW), eliminate distribution leaks, and modernise metering systems and assess vulnerabilities linked to altered monsoon cycles, erratic extreme rainfall events, prolonged dry spells, and rising sea levels impacting coastal aquifers. The final report will deliver an integrated Water Security Plan 2051, detailing prioritised infrastructure projects, estimated capital expenditures, implementation timelines, funding mechanisms, and clear inter-departmental responsibilities. By laying out a clear, climate-resilient water strategy, the state aims to eliminate future supply bottlenecks and safeguard economic stability across the region for the next quarter-century.
Silt, heat and thirsty Nashik leave Nandur
Migratory birds from Siberia, Central Asia and Europe have started arriving at the Nandur Madhameshwar wetlands in Maharashtras Nashik district. But more arrivals, and the length of their stay, are likely under threat because the water body is being depleted for three reasons. Climate change has brought an unprecedented early start to summer-like conditions, water 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 .
Maharashtra Congress to review new in-charges after 3 months; reshuffle possible
The Maharashtra Congress will hold divisional meetings in Mumbai and Nashik on November 4 and 5 as it steps up organisational efforts. Newly appointed Lok Sabha, Assembly and district in-charges will face a performance review after three months, with possible changes to their appointments
Maharashtra CM agrees to consider Telanganas request on Tummidihatti Barrage
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Oct 26 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has responded positively to consider a request by Telangana to give the nod for construction of Tummidihatti Barrage with a height of 152 metres, the Telangana CMO said on Monday. A Telangana delegation led by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy met Fadnavis in Mumbai and discussed construction of the Tummidihatti Barrage across the Pranahita River on the TelanganaMaharashtra border, including the proposed enhancement of the barrage height, water availability, submergence implications, and other technical aspects. According to the Telangana Chief Ministers Office (CMO), Telangana Irrigation Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy, the Chief Secretaries of both states, and senior officials of the Irrigation Departments participated in the meeting. The Maharashtra Chief Minister expressed his willingness to revisit Telangana's request. However, he emphasised that several technical, environmental, and administrative steps would have to be completed before reaching a final conclusion. The Maharashtra Chief Minister stated that if the project did not adversely affect Maharashtra or its people, his government would have no hesitation in supporting Telangana in meeting its water requirements, in the larger spirit of national interest. Uttam Kumar Reddy made a detailed presentation highlighting the historical significance, cultural heritage, social conditions, and economic backwardness of the erstwhile Adilabad district. He elaborated on why the 2016 agreement, which provided for a barrage height of 148 metres, would not adequately address the irrigation requirements of the region. The minister emphasised that the present challenges relating to energy requirements, power costs, environmental concerns, climate change, and long-term operational sustainability made it necessary to explore solutions that maximise the use of gravity for water conveyance. He presented the technical and operational advantages of constructing the Tummidihatti Barrage at a height of 152 metres, describing it as the most viable solution for meeting the region's water requirements. The minister further conveyed that the Telangana government is willing to compensate farmers in Maharashtra for agricultural land affected by submergence, in accordance with the land acquisition guidelines and compensation policies applicable in Maharashtra. CM Revanth Reddy observed that the proposed barrage could serve as a physical bridge connecting the two states, strengthening connectivity and economic cooperation between communities on both sides of the border. The Maharashtra Chief Minister proposed the constitution of a joint committee of officials headed by the Principal Secretaries of the Irrigation Departments of both states. The committee would examine the proposed barrage height, water availability, submergence implications, affected agricultural lands, compensation requirements and other technical matters. It would also examine the assessments and concerns of both states regarding the extent of submergence and the possible impact on land and local communities, including alternative approaches where necessary. The Chief Minister suggested that officials and technical experts from both states work together to prepare a clear timeline and roadmap for further discussions and necessary action. The subsequent meetings, technical consultations and the way forward would be worked out by the officials and experts of the two states. During the meeting, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy invited his Maharashtra counterpart to participate in the Invest Telangana Global Summit, scheduled to be held on December 7, 8, and 9 at Future City in Hyderabad.
Maharashtra open to raising Tummidihetti barrage to 152 meter
Hyderabad: In a significant development, Maharashtra has said it is willing to consider Telanganas proposal to raise the Tummidihatti barrage to 152 meters, provided it does not affect its people. He also said the Central Water Commission would continue its technical assessments within its jurisdiction. The meeting of Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Revanth Reddy 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 .
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Opposition leaders on Monday criticised Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane over his controversial remarks, saying that Rane just wants to create animosity and spread hatred between the two communities. Rane had reportedly made the controversial remarks while addressing a gathering, claiming that Hindus should purchase items only from Hindu-owned shops during festivals. He also allegedly said that Muslim vendors should not be allowed to participate in the Nashik Kumbh Mela. Speaking to IANS on the matter, RJD MLA Bhai Virendra said, I know Ranes father, who was a former Congress leader. RJD MLA Bhai Virendra said, Some people are opportunists who would switch parties at any time to get a position in the cabinet. They dont have any original thoughts. They only work to spread riots and communal hatred in the country, Virendra said. He added that those who incite people through their words also suffer the consequences of the violence caused by them. Virendra said Hindus, Muslims, Christians and Sikhs had fought together for the country's freedom, stressing that India is a secular nation and not a Hindu nation. He also demanded that Rane withdraw his statement and apologise to the people. Senior Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar also criticised Rane, saying that as a minister, he should be aware of the Constitution and remember the oath he had taken. Being a minister, he should be aware of the Constitution. He should remember that he took an oath. He is there just to incite animosity between the two religions. This is RSS and BJPs scheme, Wadettiwar said. Are they caretakers of Hindus? It has become their job to create differences between the two religions, he added. Senior Congress leader and former MP Hussain Dalwai said Rane had no role in taking such decisions. The Chief Minister is responsible for taking these decisions. He is not. Men like him can only create animosity between the two religions, Dalwai said. He also dismissed the possibility of Rane's remarks influencing people's purchasing decisions. People are not going to follow this. Only those items will be sold that are of quality and cost-effective. People are not going to see whether the shopkeeper is Hindu or Muslim. Thinking that this statement will have an impact is wrong, he added. Rane reportedly claimed that money spent on purchasing goods from Muslims would be used to support extremism. He further said that Hindus should interact only with other Hindus, adding that when Muslims celebrate religious festivals, Hindus would not be allowed to participate in them. The remarks have drawn criticism from opposition leaders, who accused Rane of promoting communal divisions and called on him to withdraw his statements.
Digital Desk | Navi Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) President, Raj Thackeray, on Monday launched a scathing attack on the state's crumbling urban infrastructure and worsening traffic management, stating that he is eagerly waiting for the day the people of Maharashtra hand over power to him. Addressing a commercial vehicle transport convention and transporters' rally in Navi Mumbai, Raj Thackeray criticised the lack of civic discipline, poor city planning, and flawed execution of e-challan systems, warning that the states traffic crisis will soon spiral out of control. Raj Thackeray warned that the traffic problems plaguing urban areas have already reached alarming proportions and are bound to get much worse due to a total lack of structured boundaries or civic rules. While clarifying that he is not opposed to the e-challan system, he criticised the arbitrary manner in which fines are levied. He argued that e-challans should strictly be camera-monitored rather than issued manually on the spot by personnel. Raj Thackeray accused authorities of drafting development plans out of friendship with builders rather than consulting experts or implementing proper town planning. Pointing out that roads should ideally cover around 15 per cent of a region's total area, he noted that areas originally built for 50 people now house 500 without adequate parking infrastructure. He remarked that bridges and roads are often engineered to break down within two years so that repair contracts can be continuously issued. Looking at the traffic in this country gives me a glimpse of its present and future. We neither know how to drive vehicles nor how to park them, Thackeray remarked. In a sarcastic critique of modern traffic management, he noted that cities now have automated traffic signals, yet human traffic constables are still deployed right beside them because nobody trusts motorists to obey rules. Sharing an unheeded suggestion he previously made to the Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Commissioner, Thackeray proposed colour-coding footpaths (red and black for strict 'no parking' zones, yellow and black for designated parking areas). However, he lamented that lack of public implementation renders such ideas useless. Thackeray warned that cities lack long-term vision. If suburban railway systemswhich carry millions of daily commuters in regions like Navi Mumbaiever collapse, the sudden influx of private vehicles onto the roads would completely gridlock the city, trapping residents inside their homes. He criticised the haphazard growth of towers and colonies lacking adequate public spaces like playgrounds, gardens, or sustainable water supplies, questioning whether this chaotic urbanisation can truly be called discipline. Concluding his address with a direct political assertion, Thackeray declared that bringing discipline to Maharashtras transit and urban sectors does not require ocket science, but rather political will. I really look forward to seeing when the people of Maharashtra hand over power to me. Bringing discipline to these kinds of things is not rocket science; it just takes the will to do it, Thackeray said, drawing loud applause from the audience of transporters and party workers.
Maharashtra rain alert: IMD issues yellow rain alerts for Vidarbha, Marathwada
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Rohtak (Haryana) [India], October 26: What began as a small juice centre has grown into a retail network of more than 500 mobile stores. The journey of Bhatia Mobile is a story of resilience, family dedication and customer trust. After establishing a strong presence in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, the company has now opened its first Haryana store in Rohtak, the hometown of the Bhatia family.
Bank of Maharashtra Q2 Results: Net Profit Jumps Neary 42% to Rs 2,310 Crore, NII Rises 22%
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Fadnavis: Maharashtra to Assess Telangana Barrage Project Impact
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Pedestrian killed after autorickshaw hits him in Mumbai, driver booked
Cyclone Arnab: Fishermen barred from sea as Bengal braces for rain
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Maharashtra CM responds positively to Telanganas request for 152-metre Tummidihatti barrage
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Red alert in Kodaikanal as relentless rain floods homes and disrupts daily life
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Three Palestinians, including seven-year-old girl, killed in Israeli airstrike
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Electric MSRTC bus catches fire in Pune, all 17 passengers rescued safely
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Ather Energy Q2 Results: EV Maker Swings To Profit For First Time, Turns Ebitda Positive
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BusinessWire India Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 26: Rakesh Telawne, Managing Director of Telawne Power Equipments Pvt. Ltd., has taken charge as Chairperson of the Western Region of the Indian Electrical
SC notice to Centre, EC on plea challenging SIR in Maharashtra
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to examine a plea challenging the special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Maharashtra and issued notices to the Centre and Election Commission. The petitioner alleged large-scale voter deletions, including those of people temporarily relocated during redevelopment. The matter will be heard on November 5.
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Q2 Results Today LIVE: Ather Energy Turns EBITDA, PAT Positive For First Time; Stock Jumps 10%
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In Maharashtra, a remarkable literacy test was held on Sunday, marking a significant milestone for the elderly. Many participants faced educational obstacles in the past, but they approached this test filled with renewed hope. Their families stood by them, expressing pride in their achievements. This initiative, aimed at welcoming adults back into literacy programs, garnered nearly seven lakh registrations, signaling a commitment to lifelong learning.
SC issues notice to Centre, EC on plea challenging SIR in Maharashtra
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to examine a plea challenging the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Maharashtra. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana issued notices to the Centre, Election Commission of India and others on a plea filed by Arun Anandagiri, a chartered accountant and journalist by profession. Senior advocate Arvind Datar, appearing for the petitioner, submitted that voters temporarily relocated during redevelopment in Mumbai and Pune have been deleted as person not found. He said around 20 million out of the 97.9 million total voters in Maharashtra have been deleted from the draft rolls and another 12.2 million electors have been struck off under logical discrepancies. The petition stated that till the issue is adjudicated by the top court, the revision exercise in the state should be kept in abeyance and no voter whose name appeared in the pre-SIR list should be excluded or deleted. The to
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) In a significant step towards strengthening Indias indigenous space technology capabilities and promoting sustainable access to space, the Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science & Technology (DST) on Monday signed an agreement with Manastu Space Technologies Private Limited, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra for financial support of Rs 116 crore under the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund. The project, with a total project cost of Rs 277.63 crore, focuses on developing a scalable, integrated green propulsion system for satellites and launch vehicles across the 5 mN to 300 N thrust class, the Ministry of Science & Technology said. The programme aims to advance the technology from Technology Readiness Level (TRL)-6 to TRL-9, supporting further development, validation and deployment of the propulsion system. The financial support will be provided through Optionally Convertible Debt (OCD), the ministry stated. Manastu Space is developing an indigenous green propulsion system designed to provide a complete propulsion solution for satellites and launch vehicles. The technology uses a hydrogen peroxide-based green propellant with additives, supported by an integrated engine and catalyst system. The system offers improved performance and cost efficiency while reducing the operational challenges associated with conventional propellants, as per the report. A key feature of the technology is its scalable architecture, serving propulsion requirements ranging from small satellite applications to higher-thrust systems. The project encompasses the development of propulsion engines and propellant feed systems, including an ultra-high-temperature ceramic catalyst designed for reliable operation under demanding conditions. Indigenous propulsion technologies are important for strengthening Indias capabilities across the space value chain. As the countrys space ecosystem continues to expand, there is a growing need for propulsion systems that combine performance, reliability, operational safety and cost efficiency, Rajesh Kumar Pathak, Secretary, TDB, said. The support from TDB under the RDI Fund will help us advance our green propulsion technology through further development, integration and validation. Our objective is to develop a scalable propulsion platform that combines performance, reliability and cost efficiency while addressing the need for safer and more sustainable propellant systems, Co-Founder & CTO, Manastu Space Technologies Private Limited, said.
Supreme Court assures no deleted voters will be prosecuted for submitting Form 6
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Maharashtra MLC polls: Amravati Teachers' seat records highest turnout
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