Eight killed as vehicle falls into well in Maharashtra
The vehicle is being pulled out of the well, and the injured people were being rushed to the hospital, the police say
Maharashtra Wins 2 Gold Awards At National E-Governance Awards
This national recognition underscores Maharashtras commitment to technology-driven, transparent, and citizen-centric governance, particularly in rural and underserved regions: Reports
Maharashtra: Jarange Backs Rohit Pawars Hunger Strike Over Farm Loan Waiver
Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil visited Pawar at the protest site in Pandharpur and expressed support for the agitation: Reports
Maharashtra: Amid Defection Buzz, 4 Sena (UBT) MPs Meet Uddhav; 5 Join Virtually
Four MPs were physically present at the meeting, while five participated through video conferencing: Mr. Raut
Tragic Road Accident in Solapur Claims Eight Lives
Solapur, June 14: A devastating road accident in Solapur district, Maharashtra, resulted in the loss of eight lives on Sunday. Among the deceased are four women and four children. The incident occurred near Tandulwadi village on the Mhaswad-Pandharpur road. Reports indicate that the victims were returning from visiting the Siddhanath Temple in Mhaswad when their ... Read more Tragic Road Accident in Solapur Claims Eight Lives
Nellore Artist Attempts Guinness Record With Rapid Handprint Painting
The current Guinness record is held by Dinesh Gupta of Kalyan, Maharashtra, who created 99 handprints in one minute on December 8, 2025: Reports
Maharashtra Home Department orders detailed probe into social media content of Pranit More
The Maharashtra Home Department has ordered a probe into all videos of stand-up comedian Pranit More after his show sparked a major controversy. The Maharashtra Cyber Police registered an FIR against Pranit More, Himanshu Jangra and Sejal Pawar. Both Jangra and Pawar faced serious consequences, with Jangra losing his job and Pawar being put on compulsory leave.
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission conducted the MPSC Group B Preliminary Examination 2026 on June 14 for recruitment to 552 posts, including State Tax Inspector, Assistant Section Officer and Police Sub-Inspector. Following the exam, question papers and answer keys were released, enabling candidates to assess their performance and estimate scores while preparing for the next stage of the selection process.
Compromised PM listens like an obedient servant: Rahul Gandhi slams Modi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the United States following the deaths of three Indian sailors in a US military strike on the tanker MT Settebello near Oman
El Nino may push food prices higher, inflation seen at 5.2-5.5 per cent in FY27
The report noted that while current food supply conditions remain comfortable, weather-related risks and higher fuel costs could put upward pressure on prices during FY27
Operation Tiger buzz in Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs
Shiv Sena (UBT) asserted all nine MPs attended Uddhav Thackeray's meeting, with five joining virtually due to valid reasons like family illness or election duties. This gathering aimed to quell speculation of a significant party split, following recent meetings between some UBT MPs and leaders of the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena.
Family of 4 found dead in Maharashtra's Washim, suicide suspected
A grim discovery in Washim's Tivli village has police investigating the deaths of four family members. Preliminary reports indicate the husband was found deceased by hanging, while his wife and two young children allegedly drowned after jumping into a well. Authorities have recovered all four bodies and are awaiting post-mortem results to ascertain the exact cause of death.
Nitin Gadkari approves 100 per cent ethanol fuel to reduce Indias oil imports
Gadkari said he had signed the necessary regulatory file on Saturday evening, paving the way for the legal use of 100 per cent ethanol as an automotive fuel in India
Tides of trash: Elephanta Island battles mounting waste crisis as footfalls set to rise
Elephanta Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, grapples with a mounting waste crisis from tourism. The Waste Matters Foundation is tackling this by formalizing waste management, collecting, sorting, and recycling over 150 kg of daily refuse. Initiatives aim to educate tourists and protect the island's unique biodiversity from pollution.
Rajasthan: 20 injured as UP roadways bus rams truck on Agra bypass in Dausa
According to officials, the accident occurred around 4:30 AM. Most passengers were fast asleep at the time. Eyewitnesses stated that there was a sudden, loud crash as the bus rammed into the truck ahead
PM Modi begins France visit with focus on G7 Summit and innovation ties
In a social media post, Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the visit will provide an opportunity to further strengthen India-France cooperation across key sectors
Funeral for Iran`s late supreme leader to begin on July 4 in Tehran
According to the statement, the final funeral ceremony will be held in the northeastern city of Mashhad on July 9, following which the late leader will be laid to rest at the holy shrine of Imam Reza, the eighth Imam of Shiite Muslims, in the same city and on the same day
India`s Russian oil imports rise in May as refiners boost purchases
Crude oil accounted for about 83 per cent of India`s imports from Russia during the month, valued at 4.8 billion euros, while oil products and coal imports stood at 550 million euros and 429 million euros, respectively
Himanshu Jangra expressed regret over his viral crowd-work segment, admitting his story was exaggerated for entertainment and apologizing for inappropriate language. The controversy led to his job loss and distress for his family. Comedian Pranit More also apologized for not intervening during the offensive remarks, while Maharashtra Cyber has registered an FIR against multiple individuals.
Peace deal with Iran to be signed on Sunday: Donald Trump
In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump said the proposed agreement would pave the way for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world`s most strategically important maritime routes for global energy supplies
4 Members Of A Family Die By Suicide In Maharashtra Village, Probe Underway
Police launch inquiry after family of four found dead in Tivli village, Washim district.
Pope Leo XIV flies home on Spanish kings private jet after plane trouble
Leo took off more than three hours after he was originally due to leave
Israel keeps up strikes despite growing momentum for Iran deal
Israel carries out air strikes on Lebanon as Iran claims a deal with the US is near
Assam to stop Aadhaar card issuance for applicants above 18, says Himanta Biswa
In exceptional cases, the district commissioner will have to send a proposal to the state government seeking permission for issuing the card
Six-month-old baby out of danger after mother dies by suicide in Hyderabad
The woman sent her husband to a shop before taking the extreme step, police said.
Sharjeel Imam, Umar Khalid file fresh bail pleas in Delhi riots conspiracy case
SC sought a response from the Delhi Police on Friday and listed the matter for hearing on July 4
Indian-origin doctor Dame Parveen Kumar receives UKs highest royal honour
The annual honours list, released to mark the Kings official birthday, recognises 1182 people across the UK for outstanding contributions to society
Drunk driver fleeing police jumps into Louisiana swamp, gets bitten by alligator
Ravis made a run for it not just once, but twice and despite being in a drunken stupor Ravis managed to jump from an elevated highway into marshland
Or is it because they were dancing on the tarmac of an airfield? the Odissi enquired.
India's cost-of-living gap is widening, with Maharashtra's monthly expenses averaging 52,392, while Himachal Pradesh and Bihar remain affordable under 28,000. Economic opportunities vary significantly, influencing household budgets and lifestyle choices across states.
ON MAY 20, 2026, Sanjog , a social impact organisation that works on anti-human trafficking, published an Anti-Human Trafficking Unit Watch Report tracing the functionality of Anti-Human Trafficking Units (AHTUs) across all Indian states and Union Territories (UTs) between 2010 and 2025 across three phases. The report draws primarily on information received from states and UTs through RTI applications, along with inputs from lawyers, civil society organisations, and survivor testimonies. Anti-Human Trafficking Units were envisioned by the Ministry of Home Affairs as specialised units charged with preventing trafficking, conducting rescues, investigating cases, prosecuting traffickers, and aiding the rehabilitation of survivors. Their composition envisages trained law enforcement personnel working in structured coordination with Child Welfare Committees (CWCs), District Child Protection Units (DCPUs), legal aid authorities, and shelters. The report which opens with National Crime Records Bureaus (NCRB) Crime in India report reflects a rising trend in human trafficking up to 2016, when reported cases peaked at 8,132, followed by a subsequent decline. This decline, however, must be read against a troubling backdrop. The Supreme Court, while hearing a Special Leave Petition filed by a father whose eighteen-month-old daughter went missing in 2011 and remains untraced, noted that 47,000 children continue to remain untraced to date. The report cautions that the post-2016 decline in reported trafficking cases may reflect a failure of institutional documentation rather than any real reduction in the incidence of trafficking. The AHTU Watch Report assesses the functioning of Anti-Human Trafficking Units through six interdependent indicators. The reports findings across six indicators The AHTU Watch Report assesses the functioning of Anti-Human Trafficking Units through six interdependent indicators. These include: notification status, staffing and stability, budget and infrastructure, FIR autonomy, case progression, and outcomes. The research covers RTI filings and data analysis across all thirty-six states and UTs, interviews with Superintendents of Police and constables associated with AHTUs, inputs from civil society organisations, and structured consultations with survivor leaders and their collectives. At the outset, the report raises a pointed question about the apparent decline in trafficking cases after 2016 on whether it reflects an actual reduction in trafficking or merely a decline in reporting, documentation, and institutional disclosure, particularly in high-incidence states like Assam, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh. Since the formation of AHTUs, the Ministry of Home Affairs has issued twenty-two advisories and operational guidelines, including advisories on treating human trafficking as organised crime and on trafficking of foreign nationals, the implementation of which, the report finds, remains fragmented across the country. On notification, relatively less densely populated UTs like Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Ladakh have a hundred percent rate of notified and functional AHTUs, while Uttar Pradesh has only thirty-five functional units out of seventy-five notified. The report underscores that notification as a separate entity, and distinct from a local police station, makes AHTUs more accessible to survivors and reduces their hesitancy in approaching the unit. On staffing and stability, AHTU personnel across states carry the additional burden of general policing duties, significantly undermining their functioning as specialised investigative units. A survivor quoted in the report noted that AHTU officials were overburdened with general policing responsibilities and often unavailable for trafficking cases. Uttar Pradesh, notably, saw a complete reversal between phases from nearly all AHTU members carrying additional charges to none doing so by Phase 3. On budget and infrastructure, the data is fractured. Some states and UTs have no dedicated funds and rely entirely on general police budgets, while others like Arunachal Pradesh received sanctioned funds but showed inconsistent utilisation across phases. The report notes that the absence of a dedicated budget is a reflection of governmental callousness toward the seriousness of trafficking offences, and it pushes the financial burden of legal follow-ups and travel onto survivors themselves. On training and capacity building, the pattern is one of persistent inconsistency. Training remains exclusively police-centric, overlooking social workers, legal aid authorities, and rehabilitation stakeholders. Content is largely confined to general legal awareness, missing crucial areas like labour trafficking identification and trauma-informed investigation. The lack of specialised training in handling trafficking, according to the survivor testimonies in the report, also leads to misdirected insensitive questions, poor documentation, lack of clarity on survivor rights and an erroneous classification of trafficking cases as ordinary labour disputes or kidnapping cases. In order to strengthen the training and capacity building of the AHTU personnels, the report recommends the development of a continuous training framework with a standardized and uniform training syllabus involving various stakeholders. On FIR autonomy and case progression, the data reveals heavy reliance on local police with minimal transfer of cases to AHTUs and even fewer investigations conducted by them. Delhi transferred thirty-one cases to its AHTU in Phase 3 but recorded zero investigations. The conviction rate across states is abysmal as states and UTs like Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and the Andamans reported zero convictions. Telangana stands out, with 980 chargesheets filed as a result of AHTU investigations. The conviction rate across states is abysmal as states and UTs like Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and the Andamans reported zero convictions. On coordination, the report finds the multi-stakeholder architecture structurally fragile across all phases. Coordination with the Crime Multi Agency Centre, launched in 2020 to facilitate interstate information sharing on trafficking, remains weak. Victim compensation, the report notes therefore, is contingent on the quality of documentation and offence classification by law enforcement, which is itself premised on inter-agency coordination that largely does not exist. The consolidated national findings reflect a system afflicted by overburdened personnel, fluctuating FIR autonomy, inconsistent training, and an almost inconsequential rate of trafficker conviction. Telangana and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are identified as having relatively strong institutional practices. Uttar Pradesh and Delhi fall into the category of moderate but uneven functionality. Meghalaya and Rajasthans Bikaner district are identified as structurally fragile but evidence-documented contexts. The reports findings echo the Supreme Courts directions in G. Ganesh v. State of Tamil Nadu (2026), in which while dealing with missing children and child trafficking, the Court directed the Union and state governments to eliminate the dormancy functioning of the AHTUs and ensure the immediate restoration of trafficked children. The malignancy of human trafficking networks, the report concludes, can only be combated by an Anti-Human Trafficking Unit whose functioning is equally systematic, and equally committed to dismantling those networks.
Mom feeds kids poison, dies; 2 minors dead, 2 critical
Funeral procession blocked for toll; irate kin break lock
Amid rebellion buzz, Uddhav summons MPs for meet today
Historic Steps for the Upliftment of Marginalized Communities: Ramdas Athawale
Satara, June 14: On the occasion of the completion of 12 years of the Modi government, Union Minister Ramdas Athawale addressed the media in Maharashtras Satara and Sangli, highlighting the achievements of the central government. Athawale stated that since 2014, the government has taken historic steps for the upliftment of marginalized, disadvantaged, and poor communities, ... Read more Historic Steps for the Upliftment of Marginalized Communities: Ramdas Athawale
Maharashtras Shiv Sena Womens Wing Launches Statewide Campaign to Strengthen Organization
Mumbai, June 14: The Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) has initiated a statewide outreach campaign called the Shiv Durga-Shiv Samvad Yatra in Maharashtra. MLC Manisha Koyande described this as a highly ambitious tour. The campaign, conceptualized by Eknath Shinde and Shrikant Shinde, aims to connect with grassroots workers across the state. The primary goals are to ... Read more Maharashtras Shiv Sena Womens Wing Launches Statewide Campaign to Strengthen Organization
Manager with gas distribution agency booked for misappropriating 5800 gas cylinders worth Rs 90 lakh
Maharashtra FDA bars hospitals from forcing patients to buy medicines in-house
Maharashtra's Food and Drug Administration has issued a significant directive. Hospitals and medical practitioners must now allow patients to purchase medicines from any licensed pharmacy. Patients will receive their prescriptions directly. This move aims to prevent unfair trade practices and protect patient consumer rights.
Mumbai biker booked after 21-year-old pedestrian dies
Mumbai Auto driver killed in road crash after vehicle turns turtle
Brain on fire: When a Thane resident saw the world as a photographic negative
Paradigm shift in Mumbais slum rehab: Corporates in cluster projects
BEST at 100: Mumbais red blood vessels keep rolling
On July 15, 1926, a bus pulled out of Afghan Church and headed toward Crawford Market, launching a service that would, over the next hundred years, become the pulse of a city that never stops moving. Today, as BESTs motor bus service turns 100, the best place to understand what that century felt like is a third-floor room in Wadala with no elevator, a 150-year-old fan and a man whose visiting card is a collage of paper double-decker buses
53-year-old man stabbed to death over a previous enmity in Bhandup
Maha govt to pay rent for political party offices moved out of Nariman Point
No power of review: Bombay high court nixes deemed conveyance to housing society
Mumbai railway push: 350 slum demolished, clearing half land for AiroliKalwa corridor
Demolition of 350 slum structures in Bhola Nagar has cleared nearly half the land for the delayed Airoli-Kalwa elevated rail corridor. This progress, following the relocation of affected families, brings the 476-crore project closer to execution after years of rehabilitation hurdles. However, 436 households in Shivaji Nagar still oppose relocation, delaying the project further.
Maharashtra clears mangrove land diversion for Mumbai Metro 4 depot access
Maharashtra government greenlit the diversion of nearly 4,000 sq m of mangrove land in Thane for an approach road and spur line. This crucial infrastructure will connect the Mogharpada metro car depot for Lines 4 and 4A, overcoming a significant regulatory hurdle. The approval follows central government clearances, paving the way for the depot's functionality and the metro project's progress.
Phone heated, got hacked, says Mumbai garment worker after losing money to cyberfraud
Tunnel hoods to be used for first time on Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project
India's first bullet train project, Mumbai-Ahmedabad, will now feature tunnel hood technology at mountain tunnel entrances. This innovative system manages air pressure and noise, crucial for trains exceeding 300 kmph. Designed to ease air transition, these hoods promise enhanced safety, passenger comfort, and reduced environmental impact for communities near the tracks.
Man booked for stalking, demanding sexual favours from Dahisar woman
FIR registered against 8 govt staff for failing to turn up for BLO duty
Sena (UBT) MPs summoned to Mumbai, Uddhav meet on Sunday
No Merger Proposal Received or Sent: Supriya Sule
Nagpur, June 13: As Maharashtra gears up for the upcoming assembly elections, speculation about a potential merger of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) with the Indian National Congress has intensified. In response to these rumors, Supriya Sule, the senior executive president of NCP and Lok Sabha MP, categorically denied any such developments. She stated that ... Read more No Merger Proposal Received or Sent: Supriya Sule
MAH BED CET result released at cetcell.mahacet.org: Direct link to download scorecards here
The Maharashtra CET Cell has announced the MAH B.Ed CET 2026 results, allowing candidates to access their scorecards online. With the examination phase now over, attention shifts to the upcoming counselling and admission process. Aspirants are advised to keep required documents ready and regularly check official updates regarding CAP registration, verification and seat allotment schedules.
Maharashtra govt. considering 'single parent child' category in college admission forms: Minister
Citing the lack of a separate mechanism for recording children of single mothers in higher education, Chandrakant Patil said instructions have been issued to establish a proper and accurate system at the college level
During an investigation into a controversial viral video, Sejal Pawar, a medical student at KEM Hospital, shared her heartfelt remorse, visibly shaken by the situation. The administration has decided to suspend her from campus for 15 days and suggested she seek counseling to cope with the emotional strain.
Tragic Bus Collision Claims Lives of Three Family Members in Dhule
Dhule, June 13: A tragic incident in Dhule district, Maharashtra, has once again highlighted the dangers of speeding vehicles. A high-speed bus collided with a motorcycle, resulting in the heartbreaking deaths of three family members. This accident has left the entire region in shock. The incident occurred early Saturday morning on Parola Road in Dhule, ... Read more Tragic Bus Collision Claims Lives of Three Family Members in Dhule
Five IAF personnel killed as AN-32 transport aircraft crashes at Assam`s Jorhat
Five Indian Air Force personnel were killed after an AN-32 transport aircraft crashed while landing at Jorhat airbase in Assam and burst into flames. The IAF confirmed the tragedy, expressed condolences and said crash site management and preliminary enquiries are underway
Yes to Access (YTA) platform at the Bengaluru edition of Circle of Collaborations, held at the Saanchi Gallery, Bengaluru International Centre. APD’s Circle of Collaboration, Bengaluru Edition, sparked dialogue on accessibility, public accountability, government participation, and data-driven inclusion The event brought together stakeholders from government, industry, civil society, and the disability community to advance evidence-based action on accessibility and inclusion. It follows a series of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2026 initiatives by APD, including a policy dialogue on embedding disability inclusion within ESG frameworks, the development of a Digital Accessibility Indicator, a multi-stakeholder panel discussion and a public exhibition that debuted in New Delhi before travelling to Bengaluru. As India marks a decade of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, the event focused on generating evidence for policy and mobilising communities to map public spaces. The discussions were particularly timely following the recent Karnataka High Court guidelines on improving accessibility in public and private buildings, highlighting the need for better data, stronger implementation, and community participation. Through the Yes to Access platform, citizens report local accessibility data to help persons with disabilities, caregivers, and allies identify navigable locations. To recognise districts that have actively contributed to expanding this accessibility database, the organisation honoured the top five-performing districts on the platform. Meanwhile, the newly launched Policy Research Fellowship will support data-driven research to improve institutional accountability and policy implementation. The event was inaugurated by Dr Suman Kumar , Director of the Ali Yavar Jung Institute of Speech and Hearing Disabilities. Delivering the Special Address, Dr Manik Gursal I.A.S. , Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra, reflected on the evolving disability-inclusion landscape in India, stating, " The true measure of inclusion lies in whether persons with disabilities can participate fully in everyday life with dignity and independence. Building such an environment requires a long-term commitment to equity, opportunity, and shared responsibility across society. " An interactive exhibition showcased the journey of the Yes to Access initiative. Two panel discussions explored how technology and inclusive design can improve infrastructure planning, as well as the role of families and volunteers in building more inclusive communities. Speaking at the event, Sukanto Aich, CEO, APD , said, " As we mark a decade of the RPwD Act, we must shift the focus from intent to impact. Accessibility demands policy, evidence, meaningful community participation, and sustained collective action. Through the Policy Research Fellowship and Yes to Access, APD advances this agenda by combining research with citizen-led engagement to drive systemic change ." The event concluded with a collective commitment to turning accessibility from policy intent into lived reality through sustained collaboration, evidence-based action, and community leadership. About The Association of People with Disability The Association of People with Disability (APD) is a Bengaluru-based non-profit organisation working towards empowering persons with disabilities through inclusive education, livelihoods, skill development, community-based rehabilitation, policy advocacy, and accessibility initiatives. Through collaborative programmes and partnerships, APD works to build equitable and inclusive systems that enable persons with disabilities to participate fully in society.
President Murmu lauds women cadets at IMA Passing Out Parade in Dehradun
President Droupadi Murmu reviewed the IMA Passing Out Parade and described the participation of women cadets as a landmark moment in the academy`s history
A gas agency manager in Goregaon has been accused of misappropriating over 5800 gas cylinders valued at Rs 90 lakh. The owner filed a complaint after discovering discrepancies in records, with hundreds of commercial cylinders untraceable. The manager reportedly went incommunicado after the discovery, prompting police investigation.
Autorickshaw driver dies days after new link road crash in Mumbai
An autorickshaw driver, Amarnath Yadav, died five days after a road crash on New Link Road. While driving from Malad to Jogeshwari, Yadav applied brakes, causing his auto to overturn. He sustained multiple injuries and was admitted to Sion Hospital, where he passed away on June 10.
Vertical Aerospace achieves first piloted flight of hybrid-electric aircraft
Vertical Aerospace has successfully completed the maiden piloted flight of its full-scale hybrid-electric aircraft prototype. The aircraft will now undergo extensive testing, including thrustborne, wingborne and transition flight, ahead of the Critical Design Review
Dissident TMC MPs to meet Om Birla, seek recognition as `real TMC`
A faction of dissident Trinamool Congress MPs plans to meet Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to seek recognition as the real TMC. Rebel MP Jagadish Chandra Barma Basunia claimed that 19 Lok Sabha members currently support the group
China arrests US scholar for espionage
Chinese authorities have arrested American scholar Min Zin, accusing him of engaging in espionage activities that threaten China`s national security. The academic is known for his work on Myanmar and Chinese foreign policy
NEET UG 2026: NTA announces student-friendly changes for candidates
The National Testing Agency has announced student-friendly changes for NEET (UG) 2026, including extra rough-work space and a longer examination window. The medical entrance test will be held on June 21 from 2 pm to 5.15 pm, giving candidates 195 minutes
Ukraine and Russia exchange overnight drone strikes as conflict escalates
Ukraine and Russia launched overnight drone attacks, with Ukrainian strikes targeting oil refineries and a petrochemicals plant in Russia, while Russian drones hit railway infrastructure and power substations in Ukraine. Moscow also claimed control of Priyut in Donetsk
Indian Air Force AN-32 aircraft catches fire after landing at Jorhat airport
An Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft reportedly caught fire after landing at Jorhat in Assam, prompting an emergency response by IAF and airport firefighting teams. Authorities are assessing the damage and are expected to launch an inquiry into the incident
Srinagar witnesses rainfall as IMD forecasts continued rain, thunderstorms
Srinagar , June 13 : Rain over Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar on Saturday created a calm and scenic view, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast that cloudy skies with the possibility of rain or thunderstorms will continue in the city till tomorrow. For Northwest India, the IMD has forecast fairly widespread rainfall in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, along with scattered rain over Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. The region is also likely to witness thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds during 13-18 June, with stronger wind activity expected in parts of Jammu and Kashmir. According to the IMD morning bulletin, weather conditions indicate the advance of the southwest monsoon, which is currently progressing over parts of central Arabian Sea and several regions including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand and Bihar over the next few days. It also warns of dust storms and thundersqualls in parts of Rajasthan, along with hailstorm activity in some northern hill states. In Central India, scattered rainfall and thunderstorms are likely over Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Vidarbha, accompanied by gusty winds during the period. In Delhi, the IMD has forecast a gradual rise in minimum temperatures by 3-4C over the next four days, followed by no significant change thereafter. East India is expected to see widespread rainfall over West Bengal, Sikkim, Odisha, Bihar and Jharkhand, with heavy to very heavy rainfall likely in parts of Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim. Northeast India will continue to receive widespread rainfall with thunderstorms, along with isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya and nearby states. In West and South India, scattered to fairly widespread rainfall is expected across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, with isolated heavy rainfall in Kerala and adjoining regions. Meanwhile, the IMD has also warned of gradual temperature changes across the country, with a slight rise in heat conditions expected in parts of Northwest and Central India in the coming days. (ANI)
Pranit More finally REACTS on Rs 370 biryani controversy
Stand-up comedian Pranit More has broken his silence over the 'Rs 370 biryani' controversy involving Himanshu Jangra from Gurugram. Admitting his mistake, More said he got carried away as the audience laughed and apologised to those hurt. Maharashtra Cyber Police has filed an FIR against More and others.
Coach Rapes Minor For 3 Years On Promise of Football Career, Arrested
Coach Mendal repeatedly raped the 17-year-old girl who had joined his football training academy in Maharashtra's Vasai in 2023.
Artist David Hockney dies at 88 years
Renowned British artist David Hockney, celebrated for iconic works such as A Bigger Splash and Portrait of an Artist (Pool With Two Figures), has died at the age of 88. A leading figure of the Pop Art movement, Hockney`s vibrant paintings reshaped contemporary art
Fadnavis Likely to Retain Finance Portfolio as NCP Seeks Its Return
Mr Fadnavis also presented the Maharashtra Budget for the financial year 202627 in the state assembly in March.
Delhi: Three of family charred, two critical in building fire
Three members of a family, including a speech-impaired woman, died and two others were critically injured after a fire broke out at a five-storey residential building in Delhi`s Govindpuri area. Police suspect an electrical short circuit triggered the blaze
MEA lodges strong protest with US over tanker attack in Gulf of Oman
India summoned US Charge d`Affaires Jason Meeks and lodged a strong protest over American military strikes on commercial vessels in the Gulf of Oman after a US attack on the tanker Settebello killed three Indian sailors
IMD issues yellow alert for Delhi today, warns of thunderstorms, gusty winds and
The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for Delhi, forecasting thunderstorms, thundersqualls, gusty winds of up to 50 kmph and light rainfall. A fresh western disturbance is expected to keep temperatures lower and bring relief from the recent heat
Trump says US military killed Tren de Aragua leader in joint operation with Vene
US President Donald Trump said the American military killed alleged Tren de Aragua leader Hctor Nino Guerrero in a coordinated operation with Venezuelan authorities. Trump described the strike as part of his administration`s campaign against transnational criminal organisations
Ebola spreads in DR Congo as confirmed cases and deaths climb
The Democratic Republic of the Congo`s Ebola outbreak has reached 689 confirmed cases and 139 deaths, with new infections reported in Ituri province. Health authorities are battling the Bundibugyo strain amid funding shortages, insecurity and the absence of an approved vaccin
Trump administration backs civilian nuclear programme for Iran
The Trump administration has said it is willing to allow Iran to maintain a civilian nuclear energy programme under a proposed agreement, provided Tehran dismantles infrastructure linked to nuclear weapons development and accepts strict international inspections
`Not justified`: EAM Jaishankar speaks to Rubio, lodges protest over killing of
The strike occurred amid heightened tensions in the region, where competing maritime restrictions imposed during the ongoing West Asia conflict have severely disrupted commercial shipping.
Iran-US deal with extended ceasefire expected in Geneva
Iran and the US are reportedly preparing to sign a memorandum of understanding in Geneva to extend the ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and advance talks on Tehran`s nuclear programme, though Iranian officials say a deal remains speculative.
India has capacity to repay 94% of its foreign debt in a single day, says Devendra Fadnavis
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis dismissed economic slowdown fears, stating India can repay 94% of foreign debt in a day and has reserves for 11 months of imports. He highlighted India's robust GDP growth, remaining the world's fastest-growing economy despite recession predictions, and its emergence as the fourth-largest economy.
Perspective needed in anti- and pro-IPL talk
Public sentiment revolves around country always coming first. But todays cricket throws up the workload aspect which is also important
New Dada on rise in state politics?
It is interesting to observe the actions of NCP-SP MLA Rohit Pawar, who seems to be occupying a vacuum created by an Opposition that appears fragmented and often absent from the political battlefield
Aaditya Thackeray slams TMC rebels as timid, ungrateful
Mumbai: Dubbing TMC lawmakers for rebelling against the party timid, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray has said those ungrateful to former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee are now abandoning the ship, . Thackeray, whose own party in Maharashtra suffered a split in 2022 following a rebellion led by Eknath Shinde, on Friday, June 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 .
Pune to get alternate-day water supply from June 15 as dam levels drop
The Pune Municipal Corporation will introduce alternate-day water supply across the city from June 15 due to declining water levels in the Khadakwasla dam chain. Several key areas will be affected, while water tankers will be deployed to ease the shortage
Despite rift, Rahul Gandhi says DMK with opposition on idea of India
Alleging BJP steals elections, Rahul said he had warned friends in TMC, who were confident that they were sweeping Bengal polls, that they were in dreamland stating he had seen it in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana and Maharashtra. He said BJP cant win the next polls, which is already won, because people are angry, but the hurdle is that elections will not be free and fair.
Maharashtra to table Women Farmers Empowerment Bill during upcoming Monsoon Session
Mr. Fadnavis reviewed a preliminary presentation on the draft Bill at a meeting attended by Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Ajit Pawar, Agriculture Minister Dattatray Bharane and Minister of State for Agriculture Ashish Jaiswal at his official residence on Friday
