Rahul Gandhi Engages with Students: Insights from Prithviraj Chavan
Mumbai, August 21: Former Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Prithviraj Chavan, shared his thoughts on Rahul Gandhis upcoming Students Voice event in Pune. Speaking to reporters on Friday, he noted that this is not the first time Gandhi has engaged with students. He has previously interacted with them to understand their issues. Chavan criticized the polices ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Engages with Students: Insights from Prithviraj Chavan
New Amrit Bharat Express service from Coimbatore Junction to Dhanbad to begin on Aug. 25
The train, with eight Sleeper Class coaches and 11 General Second Class coaches, will traverse Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar
New Amrit Bharat Express service from Coimbatore Junction to Dhanbad to begin on Aug. 25
The train, with eight Sleeper Class coaches and 11 General Second Class coaches, will traverse Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar
Bombay Presidency Radio Clubs Food License Suspended Due to Serious Violations
Mumbai, August 21: The Maharashtra State Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the food business license of the Bombay Presidency Radio Club Limited in South Mumbais Colaba area due to serious violations of food safety and hygiene regulations. This action was taken under the guidance of Maharashtras Food Safety Commissioner, Tukaram Mundhe (IAS). During ... Read more Bombay Presidency Radio Clubs Food License Suspended Due to Serious Violations
Maharashtra: Sule Says NCP(SP) Will Continue SC Battle
Sharad Pawar is the founding member and sole president of the party: Supriya Sule
Dave, Bhowmick Win U-17 National Table Tennis Titles
Gujarat's Vivaan Dave and Maharashtra's Divyanshi Bhowmick have secured the Youth Boys' and Youth Girls' U-17 titles, respectively, at the UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships. Dave won a five-game thriller against Atharva Nawarange, while Bhowmick defeated Ananya Muralidharan 3-1.
Maharashtra RTO Marathi Test: 1,499 Auto, Taxi Drivers Get Notices For Failing Language Test
On the second day of the state-wide drive, the Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) issued notices to 1,499 non-Marathi-speaking auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers across Maharashtra on Friday for not having enough working knowledge of Marathi language. A senior official said
PNGRB authorises new LPG pipeline infra in 7,000 crore investment push
The new pipelines will traverse Telangana, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Karnataka and Goa, expanding the common carrier LPG network by nearly 23.5%
Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind president Maulana Mahmood Asad Madani has expressed deep concern over the implementation of the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Act 2026, alleging that several provisions of the legislation are contrary to the constitutional guarantees...
Maharashtra: Parents, son die after plunge amid phone tiff
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Three members of a family died in Maharashtras Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar in the afternoon of Friday, August 21, after a domestic dispute over a mobile phone ended in a sequence of fatal falls from a hilltop, police said. The tragedy unfolded in the Tisgaon area under the jurisdiction of Waluj MIDC in the afternoon, 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 .
Girl, 13, lured with biscuits and money, gang-raped in Maharashtra; 4 arrested
Girl lured with biscuits and money gangraped in Maharashtra arrested
Maharashtra FDA suspends licenses of Radio Club, 12 other hotels for violation of hygiene norms
Amid concerns over food safety violations, the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday suspended the licences of the Bombay Presidency Radio Club and a McDonald's outlet in south Mumbai along with 12 other food establishments across the state for alleged violations of food safety and hygiene norms.
Sagar Defence Engineering builds uncrewed boats that patrol and survey without anyone aboard
The Maharashtra-based company makes unmanned surface vessels and aerial systems for the Navy, Coast Guard and energy sector, along with the autonomy software that runs them.
40 tribal workers rescued from bonded labour in Sri Sathya Sai district
Inter-State racket busted; victims allegedly trafficked from Maharashtra and forced to work in charcoal kilns
The Maharashtra FDA has suspended the licences of Radio Club, Khar Gymkhana and 11 other food establishments for violating hygiene norms, as part of inspections across the state.
Will Tukaram Mundhe join politics? 'Singham' Maharashtra FDA chief reacts
Will Tukaram Mundhe join politics Singham Maharashtra FDA chief reacts
Maharashtra: Parents Die After Falling During Suicide Attempt Of Son
A domestic dispute over a mobile phone ended in a sequence of fatal falls from a hilltop in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
School holiday Tomorrow: On Saturday, August 22, 2026, In Puducherry, schools will enjoy a two-day break for examination responsibilities. Meanwhile, states like Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh have not yet confirmed any statewide school closures. Similarly, Maharashtra and Gujarat have yet to make announcements regarding holidays for this date.
MediSage Receives Asia Book of Records with Over 800,000+ Registered Doctors
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 21: MediSage has been officially recognized by the Asia Book of Records for creating the Largest Digital Community Platform for Doctors in Asia.
Three members of a family died in Chatrapati Sambhajinagar on Friday after an argument broke out over a mobile phone. The argument turned into a shocking tragedy incident at a hilltop in the Tisgaon area when all three members of family
Teen jumps off cliff, father falls saving him; mother follows in death
A domestic dispute over a mobile phone tragically led to the deaths of three family members in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. A 19-year-old son, upset after an argument, climbed a hill. His parents followed to persuade him to return, but a desperate attempt to save the son from falling resulted in the father and son plunging to their deaths. The mother, witnessing this, then jumped herself.
India's credit footprint expands as new states emerge as growth centres
Credit growth is shifting from traditional strongholds such as Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra towards Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh, but penetration still trails developed markets
The 18-year-old teenager stood on the edge of a hill in Maharashtra and prompted his parents and others to spend nearly three hours trying to persuade him to move to safety. However, he said he...
Delhi to ban construction activities from Dec 10 to Jan 20 to curb air pollution
The system will send alerts to the government's Control and Command Centre when violations or pollution-related concerns are detected. Notices, warnings and fines will follow, she said. Gupta asked residents to inform the authorities if they come across construction activity during the ban period
Akbar Khan's Taj Mahal An Eternal Love Story embarks on a new journey of peace at Mumbai event
Fadnavis flags 'pro-private' APTEL rulings in letter to PM, seeks intervention
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He seeks intervention in the Appellate Tribunal for Electricity's functioning. Fadnavis alleges rulings favour private developers over state power firms. He cites inconsistent application of legal principles and adverse treatment. The Chief Minister urges an examination of the tribunal's operations.
Maharashtra slips to second in crimes against women: Shiv Sena (UBT) in Saamana
In an editorial published in the party's mouthpiece Saamana, the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction claimed that Maharashtra, which it said was once considered relatively safe for women, had now slipped to second place nationally in crimes against women
SC cuts legal practice requirement to 1 year for entry-level judicial exam
The Supreme Court had on May 20, 2025, barred fresh law graduates from appearing for entry-level judicial service examinations and made three years of legal practice mandatory for candidates seeking direct recruitment as Civil Judges (Junior Division)
Rahul stages police station sit-in, demands FIR over alleged pellet gun injuries
Speaking to reporters at the police station, Gandhi referred to a medical report from AIIMS and alleged that Lochav suffered injuries consistent with pellet gun use
Illegal construction in Thane: KDMC assistant commissioner suspended
During the recent session of the Maharashtra legislature, lawmakers had highlighted the issue and raised concerns over alleged land mafias constructing hundreds of illegal chawls, or rows of tenements, in areas falling under the civic body's jurisdiction
Rajasthan: Three-year-old boy killed in leopard attack in Sawai Madhopur
A three-year-old boy was killed after a leopard allegedly dragged him from the courtyard of his home towards a forested area in Rajasthans Sawai Madhopur district. The child was later found injured on a hill and taken to hospital
Speeding Fortuner On Wrong Side Of Road Hits Bike In Maharashtra, 2 Killed
The accident took place behind the IT Park in the Chikalthana MIDC area late on Wednesday night.
IndiGo booking system faces brief glitch, services restored
IndiGos ticket booking system briefly faced technical issues on Friday, leaving some customers unable to access the airlines online service
Thane court jails brothers for assaulting traffic constable
A court in Maharashtras Thane district has sentenced two brothers to two months of simple imprisonment for assaulting a traffic police constable during a vehicle seizure drive in 2019
Latur money rain ritual case: Two more accused arrested
Police in Maharashtras Latur district have arrested two more people in connection with an alleged occult ritual linked to the belief that money could be made to appear through supernatural practices
Glass Piece Allegedly Found In Burger At Mumbai
A Mumbai customer alleges finding a glass piece in her burger, prompting complaints to police and Maharashtra FDA.
22 Indians safe after two vessels hijacked off Yemen, Somalia
Two commercial vessels carrying a total of 22 Indian nationals have been hijacked by armed pirates in separate incidents off Yemen and Somalia, according to a senior Shipping Ministry official. The Indian crew members are reported to be safe
Shweta Tiwari questions Raj Thackeray over abusive DMs: Is this what being a Marathi Maanus means?
Shweta Tiwari, who is currently appearing in the second season of The Traitors, has spoken out against the online abuse she says she has been receiving on Instagram. The actor alleged that some users identifying themselves as Marathi and supporters of Raj Thackeray have sent her abusive messages. On Thursday, Shweta took to Instagram Stories to address the issue and highlighted what she described as the use of derogatory language against women on social media. She wrote, Today I want to talk about something that is both deeply concerning and unfortunately very common on social media: calling a woman: r****. Any woman. Of any age. From any profession. The actor questioned how people who appear to come from respectable and educated backgrounds could use such language against women online. She also shared screenshots of the profiles from which she said she had received the abusive messages. In another post, Shweta connected the incident to her personal association with Maharashtra. She wrote, I have lived in Maharashtra all my life. My father was brought up in Mumbai. All my life I have grown up seeing the pride and dignity attached to being a Marathi maanus I grew up believing that Marathi culture respected women, their strength and their dignity. Shweta then directly questioned Raj Thackeray over the alleged conduct of his supporters. So when I see people who proudly identify as Marathi maanus coming into women's DMs and calling them r****, I genuinely have to ask: Is this what being a Marathi maanus has come to mean? Raj Thackeray, if people like this are your supporters, then I would genuinely like to know, do you believe this is acceptable behaviour? she said. She concluded by stressing that disagreement or dislike does not justify abusive language towards women. Respect women not only the women you love but women. Period, Shweta wrote. Earlier that day, Shweta had also tagged Maharashtra FDA head Tukaram Mundhe after finding a cockroach in an Instamart delivery. Sharing a video, she said, We ordered Red Bull from Instamart, and we also received a cockroach with that. She later appealed to Mundhe to look into the matter. Mundhe has recently been in the spotlight for the Maharashtra FDAs inspections of food businesses and quick-commerce facilities. Also Read : Shweta Tiwari hospitalised due to dengue ahead of The Traitors Season 2 premiere: Report
'Hypnotised' Mumbai airhostess gave Rs 200 'dakshina' after rape by 'transgender': Cops
CJP Activist's Hunger Strike Over Poor Roads in Palghar Continues
Cockroach Janta Party activist Vivek Tiwari has started Sadak Satyagraha over the poor condition of roads and inadequate infrastructure in Maharashtra's Palghar district since a week
Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik rejects the 'Mumbai is cosmopolitan' argument as the state pushes Marathi learning for auto and taxi drivers.
Thane: Clerk arrested for allegedly accepting bribe from retired employee
Maharashtra Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested a senior clerk of Srinagar Vidhya Mandir in Thane for allegedly accepting a Rs 5,000 bribe from a retired employee. The clerk allegedly demanded the money to issue her four years of Form 16 documents
Heart attacks kill 16K+ in Mumbai every year; cancer toll nears 10K
Meat out, plant-based in: Maharashtra history textbook drops caste link, sparks debate
Meat out plantbased in Maharashtra history textbook drops caste link sparks debate
Maharashtras Maha Walkathon 2026 Promotes Soil and Water Conservation
Mumbai, August 21: The Maharashtra government emphasized the importance of soil and water conservation during the Maha Walkathon 2026 Walk for Water event. State ministers Indraneel Naik and Sanjay Rathod highlighted the need for increased awareness and active participation from the public in these critical environmental issues. In a conversation with reporters, Minister Indraneel ... Read more Maharashtras Maha Walkathon 2026 Promotes Soil and Water Conservation
Life Term, Rs 10 Lakh Fine: Tukaram Mundhe's Warning On Edible Oil Violations
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has listed out serious penalties and legal action against those found violating food safety rules, especially on the use of edible oil. FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe told reporters today that the punishment for violations can be between seven-year jail and life imprisonment or a fine of up to Rs 10 lakh.
Shweta Tiwari on receiving vulgar abuse from Raj Thackeray supporters:
Mumbai, Aug 21 (IANS) Television actress Shweta Tiwari has spoken out against the abuse women face on social media after allegedly receiving derogatory messages from people she claimed were supporters of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray. Taking to her Instagram Stories, the Kasautii Zindagi Kay actress shared a series of lengthy notes addressing []
Maharashtra Ranks Second in Crimes Against Women, Shiv Sena (UBT) Criticizes State Government
Mumbai, August 21: The Shiv Sena (UBT) has targeted the state government over the rising crimes against women and young girls in Maharashtra. In an editorial published in their mouthpiece Saamana on Friday, the party expressed serious concern about the deteriorating law and order situation. The editorial highlighted that Maharashtra, once considered a safe haven ... Read more Maharashtra Ranks Second in Crimes Against Women, Shiv Sena (UBT) Criticizes State Government
Iran condemns new US sanctions as economic terrorism
The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the United States' latest economic sanctions against Tehran, calling them economic terrorism and crimes against humanity while accusing the US of continuing a decades-long policy of hostility towards the Iranian people
Tukaram Mundhe On Violations Found In Sale Of Edible Oil
Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has warned of strict penalties and legal action against those violating food safety rules, particularly over the sale and use of edible oil. He said violations can attract imprisonment ranging from seven years to life or a fine of up to 10 lakh. The FDA has also cautioned consumers against buying loose or unsealed edible oil and advised people to check batch numbers, manufacturing dates and expiry dates on packaged products. The food safety body has stepped up inspections of quick-commerce platforms, large retailers and other sellers to check the safety of edible oil.
JD Vance calls economic pressure against Iran a 'delicate dance' and key US tool
Vance said Washington could use economic pressure to influence Tehran's decisions but called the approach a delicate dance because Iran could respond with measures affecting the US economy
Ebix and NSDL Payments Bank cross one crore registrations Under MSRTC NCMC Programmes.
Over one crore NCMC RuPay smartcards were registered in five months. These cards now serve MSRTC concessional passengers across Maharashtra's villages. The digital passes replace old paper systems, improving verification and reducing misuse. This initiative aligns with Prime Minister Modi's Digital India 'One Nation, One Card' vision. Future plans include retail payments and integration with metro and water transport.
'Rented Students, Liquor Bottles': CJP Founder 'Inspects' Maharashtra School
Abhijeet Dipke has demanded the resignation of state's School Education Minister Dada Bhuse and immediate action on the block education officers
PM Modi congratulates Zambia President Hichilema on re-election
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as Zambias president and said India looks forward to further strengthening its multifaceted partnership with the African nation
Kapil Sibal hits back at Amit Shah over Vande Mataram controversy
Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal has hit back at Union Home Minister Amit Shah over his criticism of the Congress Working Committees decision to sing only two stanzas of Vande Mataram. Sibal questioned whether BJP leaders
China will be India's main long-term competitor, says ex-Army chief Naravane
Former Army chief General Manoj Naravane, however, said he deliberately preferred the term competitor rather than enemy while referring to China
Shiv Sena Symbol Case: Key Arguments Heard So Far In Supreme Court
The lead plea, by Uddhav Thackeray faction member Sunil Prabhu, challenges the Maharashtra Speaker's refusal to disqualify Eknath Shinde faction MLAs under the Tenth Schedule.
CJP activist holds 'Sadak Satyagraha' in Maha over poor roads
Cockroach Janta Party activist Vivek Tiwari's Sadak Satyagraha hunger strike in Palghar, Maharashtra, protesting poor road conditions and inadequate infrastructure, has entered its sixth day, drawing support from various political parties.
Elon Musk backs Starlink to bridge internet connectivity gaps in rural India
The post said 11,256 of India's listed villages still had no 4G coverage as of May 2026. It also pointed to the significant difference in internet subscription density between rural and urban India
Taxi Drivers Get Notices As Maharashtra RTOs Begin Marathi Language Checks
Maharashtra begins practical Marathi checks for drivers, giving those who fail one month to improve.
Imran Khan returns to Adiala Jail after court-ordered hospital health check
Pakistan Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said a team of doctors examined the 73-year-old former prime minister at Shifa International Hospital and declared him medically fit before he was taken back to prison
Irfan Pathan participates in 'Walk for Water' Maha Walkathon
The 'Walk for Water' Maha Walkathon is a public awareness initiative organised by the Soil and Water Conservation Department of the Government of Maharashtra
Mumbaikars trade their 9-to-5 for a different beat on weekends
Mohali hospital site collapse leaves two dead as rescue operations are underway
Two labourers were feared dead and others injured after soil collapsed at an under-construction private hospital in Mohali on Thursday evening. Police and locals launched a rescue operation, with officials initially saying two people had been rescued and taken to hospital
Trump administration imposes new Hezbollah sanctions, redesignates group
The Trump administration has imposed new sanctions on Hezbollah, targeting 10 individuals accused of being part of a network that allegedly transfers cash for the group. The US has also redesignated Hezbollah as an Iranian proxy, citing its links to Irans IRGC-Qods Force
US Army ends drone experiment, refocuses Europe unit
The US Army has directed a Europe-based airborne unit that spent nearly a year developing and testing drone warfare tactics to return to its traditional infantry role
Its kinda chic to let people do the trend
Instagram has many intellectuals who dissect pop and Internet culture, including yours truly. But does everything need to be critiqued? Sometimes, its good to zip it, and let the trend be a trend
Rid storage spaces in all buildings of fire hazards
Even old wires at times hang about from above or are bundled somewhere in a corner
Hit the road by driving down to Pune to indulge in these delicious mutton dishes
From legendary highway dhabas, to modern cocktail bars, weve curated some of the best, most diverse places in Pune to head to indulge in it, and make it worth the drive
US tightens Cuba sanctions, targets nine state-owned firms
The Trump administration has expanded economic pressure on Cuba by imposing new sanctions on nine state-owned companies operating in construction, mining and metals. Washington has also tightened enforcement of restrictions on US citizens doing business with Cuba
UGC NET 2026: NTA clarifies Rs 200 answer key challenge fee
Amid concerns over the Rs 200 fee for challenging UGC NET 2026 answer keys, the NTA said the charge is meant to discourage frivolous objections. The fee is refunded if a challenge is upheld, while a single valid objection can correct the answer key for all candidates
Delhi HC backs live-in couples right to choose partner
The Delhi High Court has held that consenting adults in a live-in relationship have the right to choose and live with a partner without interference or threats from family members or friends
Jadavpur University clash leaves several students injured
A clash broke out between members of the ABVP and Left-leaning student groups at Jadavpur University early Thursday, following a dispute linked to a Faculty of Engineering and Technology Students Union meeting
Delhi Master Plan 2047 to add 40 lakh homes, 695-km metro
The Master Plan for Delhi 2047 was unveiled on Thursday, outlining a major expansion of housing and public transport as the capital prepares for population growth
Lucknow: Bank employee shoots wife, sister before dying by suicide
A bank employee allegedly shot dead his wife, a bank official, and his sister before shooting himself in Lucknows Gomti Nagar on Thursday afternoon
US sets up Strait of Hormuz shipping corridor amid Iran standoff
The US military has reportedly established a maritime shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz, facilitating the movement of around 10 million barrels of crude oil a day despite continued tensions with Iran
Mumbais SGNP wildlife to get radio collars during tunnelling
As tunnel boring machines work beneath Sanjay Gandhi National Park, researchers from the Wildlife Institute of India and Maharashtra Forest Department will radio-collar 15 animals to study their movements
A Maharashtra-based employee has described spending around six hours each day commuting between Badlapur and Goregaon for a Rs 35,000 monthly salary. The worker says the journey involves local trains, a train change at Dadar and a 30-minute shared-rickshaw wait, with work and travel consuming most of the day. Reddit users suggested cheaper stays, relocating or changing jobs.
Loose edible oil sale banned as Maharashtra FDA tightens supply rules
Bombay HC upholds FDA curb on junk food sale within 50m of school gates
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Mumbai mayor's office Rs 25L social media contract, awarded without tender, deferred by BMC
J&Ks stock market investor base crosses 14 lakh, grows 19.3% in a year
Jammu and Kashmirs registered investor base in the stock market has crossed the 14-lakh mark, with the number of registered clients reaching 14,12,378 as of August 20, 2026, recording a year-on-year growth of 19.31 per cent, according to official BSE data accessed by Greater Kashmir . The figures show that J&K added 2,28,554 registered clients, or roughly 2.29 lakh investors, during the past year. This represents a substantially faster expansion than the overall growth in the countrys registered investor base, which stood at 15.80 per cent during the same period. The BSE data provides a snapshot of the changing geography of stock-market participation in India, with the countrys total registered investor base now standing at 26,03,00,179, or approximately 26.03 crore clients. J&Ks 14.12 lakh registered clients account for around 0.54 per cent of the countrys total registered investor base. While the Union Territory remains a relatively small market in terms of absolute investor numbers, the pace at which its investor base is expanding has been considerably stronger than several of the countrys largest States. The increase has also been consistent across different time periods. During the latest month, J&K added 19,478 clients, equivalent to around 19,500 new registered investors, pushing its monthly growth rate to 1.40 per cent. Over the previous three months, the number of registered clients increased by 52,618, or about 52,600 investors, representing a quarterly growth of 3.87 per cent. The national investor base, by comparison, increased by around 30.92 lakh during the latest month. Over the previous quarter, the country added approximately 85.16 lakh. Over the previous year, the national registered investor base increased by around 3.55 crore investors, taking the total to more than 26 crore. The comparison shows that J&Ks investor base is growing at a faster rate than the national average, although the absolute numbers remain much smaller. Maharashtra continues to have the largest registered investor base in the country by a considerable margin. The State has approximately 4.42 crore investors. This means that nearly one out of every six registered clients in the BSE database is registered in Maharashtra. Uttar Pradesh occupies the second position with 3,06,10,880 clients, or around 3.06 crore. Gujarat follows with 2,29,70,136, equivalent to about 2.30 crore registered clients. Rajasthan has 1,56,49,037, or around 1.56 crore, while West Bengal has 1,52,56,657, or about 1.53 crore. Karnataka has 1,39,43,659 registered clients, translating into roughly 1.39 crore, while Madhya Pradesh has 1,35,11,046, or around 1.35 crore. Tamil Nadu has 1,31,27,709, or approximately 1.31 crore registered investors. The other major States also have sizeable investor bases. Haryana has 85,72,167 registered clients, equivalent to around 85.7 lakh. Telangana has 80,08,260, or about 80.1 lakh. Punjab has 65,65,556, or approximately 65.7 lakh, while Odisha has 59,30,947, or about 59.3 lakh. Kerala has 59,17,495 registered clients, translating into around 59.2 lakh, while Assam has 53,02,132, or about 53 lakh. Jharkhand has 46,39,195, equivalent to approximately 46.4 lakh. Andhra Pradesh has crossed the one-crore mark, with 1,04,00,527 registered clients, while Bihar has 1,16,04,608, or around 1.16 crore. Delhi has 1,10,14,984, equivalent to approximately 1.10 crore registered clients. Against this national landscape, J&Ks 14.12 lakh investor base is larger than that of several smaller States and Union Territories but remains far below the investor populations of the countrys principal financial and industrial centres. For instance, Himachal Pradesh has around 15.58 lakh registered clients, only marginally above J&K. J&K has more registered clients than Manipur, which has around 2.74 lakh, Meghalaya with 1.65 lakh, Arunachal Pradesh with 1.22 lakh, Nagaland with 1.28 lakh, Sikkim with 84,221, Mizoram with 59,779, Goa with 4.99 lakh and Tripura with 4.28 lakh. Among the Union Territories, Ladakh has 5,213 registered clients, or just over 5,000, but has recorded one of the fastest rates of growth in the country. Its investor base increased by 44.44 per cent over the previous year. This is the highest annual growth rate visible in the BSE table. Mizoram recorded annual growth of 33.18 per cent, while Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh recorded 28.01 per cent and 27.33 per cent, respectively. Lakshadweep, with just over 5,000 registered clients, recorded growth of 27.87 per cent. Among larger States, J&Ks 19.31 per cent annual growth puts it in a relatively strong position. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana each recorded 19.59 per cent growth, while Tamil Nadu recorded 19.46 per cent growth. Uttar Pradesh recorded 19.08 per cent. J&Ks growth was considerably higher than Maharashtras 11.39 per cent, Gujarats 13.13 per cent, Haryanas 14.42 per cent, Punjabs 14.96 per cent, Rajasthans 15.71 per cent, Karnatakas 16.51 per cent and Keralas 16.95 per cent. The figures also indicate that the expansion in J&K has been relatively steady rather than being confined to a single period. Its monthly increase of 1.40 per cent was higher than the national monthly growth of 1.20 per cent, while its quarterly increase of 3.87 per cent was also above the national growth rate of 3.38 per cent. In absolute terms, however, the difference between the largest and smallest investor markets remains enormous. Maharashtras 4.42 crore registered clients are more than 31 times J&Ks 14.12 lakh. Uttar Pradeshs 3.06 crore investor base is more than 21 times that of J&K, while Gujarats 2.30 crore is more than 16 times larger. The national figures also underline the rapid broadening of participation in the equity market. The BSE database now contains more than 26 crore registered clients, with the number having increased by around 3.55 crore in just one year. J&Ks addition of around 2.29 lakh registered clients during the same period is small when measured against the national increase, but significant for the Union Territorys own investor base. In percentage terms, the addition represents nearly one-fifth growth in a single year.
Maharashtra Imposes Ban on Open Sale of Edible Oils, Strict Penalties Enforced
Mumbai, August 21: Maharashtra has implemented a ban on the open sale of edible oils. From now on, oils must be sold in sealed packets that contain complete information for consumers. Strict penalties have been established for those who violate these regulations. Offenders may face fines of up to 10 lakh and even life imprisonment. ... Read more Maharashtra Imposes Ban on Open Sale of Edible Oils, Strict Penalties Enforced
MGP ahead in Ponda, says Sudin Dhavalikar, cites internal survey
Panaji: The Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party (MGP) has claimed that currently it tops in the Ponda electoral constituency as far as the prospects at the state assembly election are concerned. Power Minister and MGP leader, Ramakrishna Sudin Dhavalikar said that his party stands very strong in Ponda if the political equations are considered. Quoting a latest []
Cops recover 22 stolen motorcycles, electrician held
Night patrol under lens as goons target rly passengers
Funds diverted from NCP corporator Suhas Tingres ward
