Bomb threat mail to NMC turns out to be hoax, police claim alert came after 24 hours
Alert worker foils robbery bid in Nighoje; one held
71-year-old held for stealing gold jewellery worth Rs5.25 lakh in Pune
Leopard attacks sugar cane worker in Khed near Pune as harvesting season raises safety concerns
Free flats in Pimpri SRA project for kin of eight Moshi landfill victims
Medical Sq Horror: 2 Police Stns, 80 Onlookers, 10 Mins Of Bloodshed
PCMC to take up recurring water pipeline damage with Maha Metro
Maharashtra notifies new lift safety rules; monthly checks, annual audits now mandatory
NMCS Waste Plants At Bhandewadi Process Only 65% Of Stated Capacity
Chhath Puja Begins Today, NMC Gears Up For Devotee Rush At Four Lakes
Trio armed with sharp weapons attack auto driver in Alandi
Two men face case after abusing, pushing on-duty constable in Kharadi
Retired Circle Officer Found Dead in First-Floor Gallery After Fire at Private Hotel in Bazargaon
Eatery at Pune airport temporarily shut after video shows cockroach crawling around food
Vivek Shelkar Achieves Dream Selection in Maharashtra Cricket Team
Fast bowler Vivek Shelkar reflects on his selection for Maharashtras team, marking a significant step in his cricketing journey. Vivek Shelkar Achieves Dream Selection in Maharashtra Cricket Team
Very unfortunate that clerks denied pension after 30 yrs of service: HC
Court Orders Joint Director, Higher Edu, To Release Pension With Arrears & Interest
Water crisis deepens: 29 wells go dry in 23 Nagpur villages
Big Samruddhi pile-up: 18 cars wrecked, 4 injured
Now or never: Protest for Vidarbha statehood on Winter Session Day 1
NCP(SP) not interested in merger: Deshmukh
Explore No Helmet, No Petrol policy for road safety: Former SC judge Sapre
Govt offices, industries and educational institutions told to deny entry to those without helmets and seatbelts
Senior citizen knocked dead by school bus
Indo-French artist uses silk sarees to trace Women of Urban India at an exhibition in the city
18-yr-old Thane athlete wins Youth Olympics bronze with national record
NMMCs quality control mechanism under scrutiny; citizens forum seeks full-time IIT expert
Unclaimed bodies cross mortuary capacity limit at Panvel sub-district hospital
Pune Book Festival to begin on Dec 12; could surpass Delhi fair in 1-2 years, says Vishwas Patil
Bed Ke Neeche Rehne Wali brings childhood imaginary friends to the stage
Ganesh Naik opposes govts decision of cluster development in Navi Mumbai
Morbe dams water cannot be drawn for PCMC area amid water scarcity issue
70-yr-old widow found murdered inside locked flat in Khopoli
NMC to connect 7 rural areas with 91 AC buses In NMRDA region
Civic Transport Dept Seeks RTA Nod For Nine Routes; NMRDA Has Already Issued NOC
Man arrested, police seeks to invoke MCOCA
Court rejects anticipatory bail of advocate in forgery case
Maharashtra to Hire 13,980 Drivers and Mechanics Amid Fraud Concerns
Maharashtras Transport Minister announces the recruitment of 13,980 drivers and mechanics, ensuring a transparent process amid fraud warnings. Maharashtra to Hire 13,980 Drivers and Mechanics Amid Fraud Concerns
Mumbai Climate Week chief invited to join Earthshot India council ahead of Nov 16-17 awards
NCW directs DGP to submit report within 7 days on Naigaon station attack that left woman maimed
No break, Mumbai firefighters rushed from one SOS call to another this Diwali
Data wasnt misused: Bank registers police case one month after 3.7 lakh records were stolen
Wadala couple convicted for abusing Ambedkar in 2019 after losing home
Deadline Extended for Submitting Statements in Maharashtra PSC Exam Irregularities Investigation
The Maharashtra government has extended the deadline for submitting statements regarding irregularities in the MPSC exams to November 23. Deadline Extended for Submitting Statements in Maharashtra PSC Exam Irregularities Investigation
Mumbai police charge man with murder after mother's death in Goregaon
BMCs fresh road-washing plan in Mumbai bars drinking water use, seeks nod for 213 tankers
Nov 20 deadline for road digging before Grand Tour
PMC has set November 20 as the deadline for utility agencies to complete road excavation along the Pune Grand Tour cycling route. Any digging after the deadline will attract penalties of at least four times the prevailing rates.
Two booked for firing rockets towards KIMS Hospital in Thane
Purandar airport tender to be floated soon: CM Fadnavis
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Manoj Tiwari on Friday launched a scathing attack on the Congress for extending support to Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray's social media post regarding Chhath Puja, remarking that such divisive politics is driving the party toward its own downfall. Speaking to ANI, Tiwari asserted that the people of Maharashtra, including the 'Marathi Manus', have rejected such political posturing and no longer entertain rhetoric aimed at undermining cultural celebrations. It is precisely this kind of behaviour that is leading them toward their own downfall. Who even pays any heed to these people in Maharashtra today? No Marathi Manus is willing to give them any standing, all because of these very actions, the BJP MP said. Emphasising that Chhath Puja enjoys widespread reverence and support across Maharashtra, Tiwari added, On the other hand, there is immense support for Chhath; in fact, leader Devendra Fadnavis is a great devotee of the festiv...
Adani Green Energy denies allegations on reducing Tarali PSP project costs
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Nov 13 (IANS) Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) on Friday vehemently denied allegations that it lowered the cost of the Tarali pumped storage project (PSP) in Maharashtra in order to diminish statutory obligations. In a statement, a company spokesperson said that the allegation that the company sought to revise project costs downwards to diminish statutory obligations is completely misleading. The spokesperson said that the online proposal in the forest/wildlife portal was solely for site investigation purposes, while the State Board for Wildlife (SBWL) considered total project costs of Rs 5,675 crore. Since site investigation costs are around 1 per cent of project costs, therefore clarification of the project Rs 56.75 crore representing solely the site investigations and survey costs, for the online proposal was provided, the Adani Group company spokesperson said. Secondly, the allegation that downward revision was intended to lower conservation costs is false, according to the spokesperson. The Tarali PSP is situated entirely on private, non-forest land and 3.2 kms away from the Koyna wildlife sanctuary. It is outside the notified buffer zone of Sahyadri Tiger reserve and in no way impacts or fringes upon the tiger corridor or any notified Eco-Sensitive zone (ESZ). The project does not cause diversion of any protected areas, any reserve forest or notified ESZ, the Adani Green Energy spokesperson explained. The reports earlier claimed that Adani Green Energy reduced the declared cost of its 1,500-MW Tarali pumped storage project in Maharashtra. The company rejected allegations that the downward revision was intended to reduce conservation-related costs.
Maharashtra Selection Is One Dream; Many More Still Left, Says ISPL Sensation Vivek Shelar
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Having been called into Maharashtra's squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026, fast-bowler Vivek Shelar calls the state selection a major stepping stone towards achieving his cricketing dreams. The Bhiwandi native, Shelar, starred in Season 3 of the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) with nine wickets, including two hat-tricks that made heads turn. Although his team, Tiigers of Kolkata, fell short on the final hurdle to Chennai Singams, Shelar's achievements helped the 26-year-old earn a call into Maharashtra's squad for the SMAT, which gets underway on Saturday. Speaking to IANS, Shelar said the state selection is the completion of one dream, and he is hungry for more. As a sportsman, it is a very big achievement for me, Shelar told IANS. Because playing for a state is everyone's dream. So now my dream is being fulfilled. I mean, there are still a lot of dreams left. So I am feeling good, he added. He clocked a 145.2kph delivery in the ISPL, which brought him into the limelight. He opened up on how the league played a role in bringing him into the spotlight. ISPL was very important. Because of ISPL, I came into focus. When I bowled the fastest ball in ISPL, I came into the limelight. So ISPL was very important for me, he said. The ISPL is a tennis ball tournament, while Indian domestic cricket and international cricket are a different ball game altogether, with a proper season ball being used. Shelar stated that the major difference he saw in the transition from the tennis ball to the red ball was mostly mental, before detailing how he started preparing for both balls. Both have different preparations, but the mentality matters. Both games are different, but mentality is what matters. So I practise with both tennis and leather ball. So I have that mentality now. So it's a little easier for me. I had a problem in the beginning (with leather ball) when I started in 2020-21 with the leather ball. I had a problem in the first year, but now it has become a habit. So I don't have any problems now. His cricketing journey began in 2016 with the ISPL from his village before he earned a selection for Tiigers of Kolkata in the ISPL, which he believed changed things for him. I started playing cricket in 2016. I started from the village itself, with the tennis ball. I used to play well with the tennis ball. When I played for the first time in the ISPL last season, I was in Tiigers of Kolkata. So everything changed there. I got everything there. I bowled well. In the first match, I bowled the fastest ball. From there, I started getting messages. Everyone was sending me messages, he added. Shelar also opened up about a challenging period when he was down with a hamstring injury right after the second match of the tournament. Shelar, who is supported by Aspect Sports, credited Aksha Kamboj, the Chairperson of Aspect Global and owner of Tiigers of Kolkata, for helping him during this time. Aksha ma'am supported me. When I got injured, I went to the hospital on the second day. (It was) From Surat to Mumbai. I recovered within eight days. Then I went back and took two hat-tricks in the ISPL after that injury. I credit her and Tiigers of Kolkata; because of them, I got to play the tournament again. I had some doubt (mentally after hamstring) while playing the first match after returning from injury. But for the team, you have to keep your thoughts aside. You have to keep the team first. It happened automatically, Shelar added. His immediate focus lies in performing for Maharashtra and then has an eye on an IPL contract. I will focus on this tournament first. After this, I have an IPL goal. Let's see what happens next, he added. Shelar also called India icon Rohit Sharma and South Africa great Dale Steyn his idols, before revealing what he likes most about the former Proteas speedster. Rohit Sharma and Dale Steyn are my idols. (I like Steyn's) Aggression, speed, swing and everything. He has everything, Shelar added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
3 assailants track Nagpur history-sheeter for 3 days, stab him to death in full public view
Maharashtra Minister Donates Salary to Drought Relief Efforts, Calls for Corporate Support
Maharashtras Ramdas Athawale donates his salary for drought relief and urges corporate leaders to contribute. Maharashtra Minister Donates Salary to Drought Relief Efforts, Calls for Corporate Support
Ratnagiri remains Maharashtra's hottest city for second consecutive day
Gondia recorded the lowest minimum temperature at 12 degrees Celsius, 4.1 degrees below normal, according to the India Meteorological Department's (IMD) daily bulletin
MPSC Secretary Tukaram Mundhe seeks affidavits in exam malpractice probe
The Maharashtra Government appointed the commission to conduct a detailed inquiry into allegations of malpractice in examinations conducted by the MPSC. The inquiry covers alleged irregularities, including question paper leaks and answer key leaks, in nine competitive examinations
Maharashtra man held in Ottapalam for alleged terror links
The accused, Gurumoorthy, a native of Hindustan Nagar in Navi Mumbai was booked under UAPA
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra set to face a tough challenge
Jindal Global Law School students win 2nd CCIMNLUCS National Antitrust Moot Court Competition 2026
Digital Desk | Sonipat, Nov 13 (IANS) Suhani Rastogi, Stuti Bhardwaj and Pihu Jain of Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) won the second CCIMNLUCS National Antitrust Moot Court Competition 2026. The competition drew 78 teams from law schools and universities across India and challenged them to address complex questions of competition law in the digital economy. Congratulating the team, C. Raj Kumar, Founding Vice-Chancellor of O.P. Jindal Global University, said, The quality of a legal education is tested when students confront a question for which there is no ready answer. In this competition, Suhani Rastogi, Stuti Bhardwaj and Pihu Jain had to interpret the law, understand the policy choices behind it and defend their reasoning in the context of a rapidly changing digital economy. Their national victory reflects the intellectual independence, rigour and judgment they brought to that task. It also speaks to the work of our faculty, who challenge students to test their assumptions, take opposing arguments seriously and exercise the care and candour that courts expect of an advocate. Dipika Jain, Professor and Executive Dean of Jindal Global Law School, said, Behind a performance in a moot courtroom are hours spent reading authorities, revising submissions and preparing for questions that can change the course of an argument. Our faculty and mentors help students through that process by asking difficult questions, offering candid feedback and giving them the space to find their own voice as advocates. Suhani, Stuti and Pihu brought discipline, generosity and trust to their work as a team. We are proud of the championship they earned and of the way they earned it. The Moot Court Association and the Centre for Competition Law and Policy at Maharashtra National Law University in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, organised the competition in collaboration with the Competition Commission of India (CCI) and Phoenix Legal. Following a Memorial Selection Round, 32 teams advanced to the preliminary rounds. The JGLS team progressed to the semi-finals and went on to win the championship. The moot proposition required teams to interpret statutory provisions, examine the policy choices underlying competition law and address the challenges of enforcement in digital markets. The final round was adjudicated by Neha Raj Kochhar, Director (Law) at the Competition Commission of India; Kunal Mehra, Senior Partner at Phoenix Legal; and Akshay Nanda, Partner at Saraf and Partners. The winning team received the championship trophy, a cash prize of Rs 50,000 and an internship opportunity with Phoenix Legal. Each team member also received a one-year SCC Online subscription. Jindal Global Law School was ranked No. 1 in India for the seventh consecutive year and No. 35 in the world for Law and Legal Studies in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026. Its approach to global legal education combines extensive study of domestic, international and comparative law with opportunities to put legal reasoning into practice. Academic collaborations, exchange programmes and research partnerships give students access to scholarship and expertise developed over decades at leading universities and institutions around the world. Mooting is central to that approach. Students learn to build a case from statutes and precedents, adapt their submissions in response to judicial questioning and recognise where the law places limits on the arguments they can make. These are habits of professional judgment that students carry into legal practice. O.P. Jindal Global University supports this form of education through Nyayabhyasa Mandapam, the world's largest moot court, and the International Mooting Academy for Advocacy, Negotiation, Dispute Adjudication, Arbitration and Resolution (IMAANDAAR). The moot court and the academy give students a setting to practise courtroom advocacy and develop the skills to resolve disputes through negotiation, arbitration and other processes.
Odisha CM highlights Kudumi heritage, reaffirms commitment to communitys development
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 13 (IANS) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday lauded the Kudumi communitys ancient traditions, hard work and love for nature, and assured it of the state governments firm commitment to its economic, social and cultural development. CM Majhi made the remarks while addressing a mega cultural programme of the Kudumi community, National Bandana Parab-2026, organised in Mayurbhanj district on Friday. On the auspicious occasion, the Chief Minister extended his warm greetings and congratulations to all members of the Kudumi community. He reaffirmed the government's firm commitment to the social, economic, educational and cultural development of the Kudumi community as part of the State's inclusive development model. Speaking on the occasion, Majhi said, Bandana is not merely a festival but a living poem of the deep bond between nature, the soil, cattle wealth and human relationships. This symbol of nature worship, reverence for agrarian culture and devotion to the soil is the very soul of our culture. He further said the Kudumi community are son of the soil, and their dedication and hard work in making the land fertile and productive offered valuable lessons for society. The unique way in which this community worships nature as a mother and lives in harmony with trees and plants, hills, rivers and streams, and the animal kingdom offers a guiding example for the entire human society, Majhi noted. Praising the bond between the Santhal and Kudumi communities in the Kendujhar and Mayurbhanj regions, the Chief Minister said brotherhood has always occupied a place of prominence in tribal culture. Recalling his childhood days growing up alongside Kudumi families in his village, he shared fond memories of visiting Dhenguan, a traditional community procession or ritual associated with the Bandana festival and enjoying traditional pithas (rice cakes). He also acknowledged the significant role played by members of the Kudumi community as his associates in the political sphere. The Chief Minister highlighted the Kudumi communitys history and social contributions, noting that it is spread across Odisha, Assam, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat and Maharashtra. He said Mayurbhanj and Keonjhar emerged as the principal settlements of the community after the formation of the separate Odisha province, while Baripada came to be known as the unofficial capital of Odisha's Kudumi community. Describing the Kudumis as self-respecting, loyal and patriotic, he said the community believes in overcoming challenges through hard work and has made its mark in agriculture, trade and other professions. He also referred to the community's long-standing demands for ST status and inclusion of Kudumali in the Constitutions Eighth Schedule.
Nvidia scandal: US lawmakers summon Jensen Huang over suspected spy links
US lawmakers have summoned former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to face questions in December amid a controversy involving a suspected Chinese spy. The allegations have raised national security concerns and intensified scrutiny of the AI chip giant
PM Modi to dedicate Rs 330-crore fuel terminal in Bengaluru to nation
Developed at an investment of Rs. 330 crore, the terminal marks a significant milestone in strengthening Karnataka's energy infrastructure, enhancing fuel supply reliability and supporting the region's growing economic and industrial needs
Air India, Air India Express suspend Saudi flights to Riyadh, Dammam till Nov 30
In a travel advisory, the airlines said passengers holding confirmed bookings issued on or before November 10 (Tuesday), with travel dates falling within the affected periods, could opt for complimentary rescheduling, subject to availability, or seek a full refund upon cancellation
Raj Thackeray targets BJP over Bhojpuri songs row at Mumbai railway stations
The MNS chief said no attempts should be made to incite a cultural frenzy under the guise of religious worship to plunder Maharashtra and tarnish its cultural heritage. He added that the state's restraint should not be mistaken for cowardice
WazirX on Crypto's Inflation, ETF and Nvidia Headwinds
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 13: Crypto markets weakened over the week as inflation concerns, rising bond yields and sustained ETF withdrawals outweighed early support from recovering equities and lower energy prices. In the supplied weekly snapshot, Bitcoin fell approximately 5.5%, from USD 74,979 to USD 70,880, while Ethereum declined around 5.4%, from USD 2,124 to USD 2,010. Both approached important support regions, with stretched selling momentum creating scope for temporary rebounds but offering no confirmation of a sustained recovery.
PM Modi highlights India's energy security amid Iran-Gulf conflict
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that measures taken by his government over the past decade to strengthen India's energy security helped the country navigate the crisis arising from the war in the Middle East.
Mangalore-Bengaluru Vande Bharat service to begin Saturday says Railway minister
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that a new Vande Bharat Express service between Mangalore and Bengaluru will begin on Saturday, connecting Karnataka's coastal region with its state capital
Maharashtra Man Working At Keralam Milk Booth Held Under UAPA Charges
The arrest was made based on intelligence inputs that persons allegedly involved in extremist activities and posing a threat to national security were hiding in the state
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 13: Nurture Well Industries Limited (BSE: 531889), a diversified FMCG food company with a growing presence across bakery and processed food segments, today announced its unaudited consolidated financial results for the Second Quarter and Half Year ended September 30, 2026.
Pak beauty cream seized in Maharashtra found with mercury 48,000 times over limit
Maharashtra authorities have taken action by seizing beauty creams in Nanded that contained alarmingly high levels of mercury, valued at Rs 40 lakh. Laboratory analysis revealed that these creams posed severe health risks due to toxic contents beyond acceptable limits. Officials have issued a public alert against usage, and a legal case under drug safety regulations has been filed.
Mumbai: Chhath Raj Thackeray MNS?
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JSW Motors partners with Amazon Web Services to host connected-car data
JSW Motors has announced a partnership with Amazon Web Services to host its connected-car platform in India. The data generated will remain under the ownership of JSW Motors, ensuring local control. The automaker is preparing to launch its first vehicle manufactured in Maharashtra in the coming months. Additionally, Tata Elxsi will handle localisation of the telematics control unit as connectivity will operate on Airtels network.
Microsoft 365 global outage: IndiGo, Air India issue advisories for passengers
IndiGo and Air India have issued passenger advisories amid a global Microsoft service disruption. While IndiGo reported disruptions to its email support services, Air India confirmed that flight operations and customer communication channels remain unaffected after temporarily rerouting incoming emails
Man Arrested In Keralam For Extremist Links
A 27-year-old man from Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, was arrested in Keralam's Palakkad district on Thursday for alleged links with extremist groups. The arrest was made under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, following intelligence inputs about individuals posing a threat to national security.
'No NCP merger talks': Maharashtra minister Bharne after meeting Sunetra Pawar
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], November 13: Symbiosis International (Deemed University) announces the closing of its registration window for the Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP) Test 2026 on 25th November 2026 (Wednesday). SNAP is a national-level entrance examination for M.B.A. aspirants. With over five decades of academic excellence, Symbiosis remains a top choice for students seeking management education that is globally relevant, industry-aligned, and academically rigorous.
Shreya Ghoshal calls Tadoba tiger sighting life-changing, says she related to tigress as a mother
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 13 (IANS) Stalwart singer Shreya Ghoshal recently experienced a close encounter with a Bengal tiger during her visit to Maharashtra's Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve. The singer described the experience as life-changing and drew a parallel between herself and a tigress she spotted with her three cubs. Sharing pictures and a video from her visit on her social media account, Shreya wrote about witnessing the tiger in the wild for the first time. She said, I had the privilege of witnessing our majestic national animal for the very first time in his full glory in the wild. It was not just luck but pure magic to see the Chhota Dadiyall!! Our guide Sandeep with his experienced eyes found him sleeping absolutely camouflaged in the tall grasses, so we waited patiently for him to emerge. Thanking her husband for the click, Shreya said, Thanks to @shiladitya for capturing the moment through his lens. His gaze every time would give me the chills. Farooq our driver was amazing, Archie was perfectly managing our familys sheer excitement of being so close to this beautiful yet fearsome animal. We also saw the beautiful Chhoti Madhu with her three cubs from so up close. I could so relate to her as a mom, she wanted to nap but still alert. No mobile phones are allowed in the park once inside the gates, and for the right reasons. I could really experience all of it with full force and felt so humbled in the beautiful jungle, surrounded by such amazing flora and fauna. The morning was cool and the wind carried the fragrance of moist earth and all the worries of life disappeared. I was also amazed at the knowledge the locals of Tadoba have of not just the animals, but also the various birds, bugs, trees, bushes. They live in harmony with nature and deeply respect their jungles. I cant even begin to share how amazing this trip was. Life changing experience at @mytadoba I will be back! (sic) The singer's reference to motherhood comes from her own experience as a parent. Shreya and her husband Shiladitya Mukhopadhyaya welcomed their son Devyaan in May 2021. As of November 2026, Devyaan is five years old. Shreya has previously spoken about balancing motherhood with her demanding music career and described herself as a hands-on mother. Devyaan has also been seen accompanying his mother on professional outings.
Bhojpuri songs at train stations: Raj accuses BJP of inciting conflict in Maharashtra
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the toxic social media ecosystem it nurtures are currently making desperate attempts to incite conflict in Mumbai, Maharashtra, by exploiting the issue of Chhath Puja, says Raj Thackeray
Bhojpuri songs at train stations: Raj accuses BJP of inciting conflict in Maharashtra
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the toxic social media ecosystem it nurtures are currently making desperate attempts to incite conflict in Mumbai, Maharashtra, by exploiting the issue of Chhath Puja, says Raj Thackeray
Amid NCP merger talks, HM Shah to meet senior leaders of BJP, NCP, Shiv Sena during 2-day Pune visit
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 13 (IANS) Amid the ongoing talks about the merger or reunion of the two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Pune district on November 15 and 16. On November 15, HM Shah will lay the foundation stone for an industrial unit to be run on a cooperative basis in Talegaon Dabhade and later visit the Bharat Forge facility at Mundve. He will stay in Pune on Sunday night, and is expected to meet the senior leaders and office-bearers of the BJP, NCP and Shiv Sena. On November 15, he is also likely to flag off the Pune Marathon. HM Shah will unveil the statue of former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP president Ajit Pawar on November 16 on the premises of Pune Zilla Parishad. The function will be attended by NCP legislators, ministers, MPs and other functionaries as they have been alerted about the programme over the phone. The two-day official programme has been confirmed by the state publicity department. NCP sources also confirmed that HM Shah will unveil Ajit Pawar's statue, adding that the formal request was made by Deputy CM and NCP chief Sunetra Pawar. In addition, sources said the party functionaries will also interact with HM Shah about the Mahayuti alliance and NDA issues. The Home Minister's visit comes days after Dy CM Sunetra Pawar and her son and party MP Parth Pawar met the former in New Delhi, reportedly over their request to return the finance department to NCP and also about the possible merger or reunion of NCP factions. Thereafter, a group of NCP leaders comprising Praful Patel, Maharashtra unit chief Sunil Tatkare, former Assembly Speaker Dilip Walse Patil, ministers Chhagan Bhujbal and Hasan Mushrif and former minister Dhananjay Munde met HM Shah and reportedly discussed the functioning of the party and the growing rift between the veterans and youth leaders. HM Shah's visit is also important when putting an end to the days of intense political speculation in Maharashtra. Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) working president and Baramati MP Supriya Sule on Thursday categorically ruled out any ongoing merger talks between the two NCP factions, declaring that the chapter closed for her the day her brother, late Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, passed away. Addressing the media, Sule dismissed swirling rumours of a reunion between the Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP) and the ruling NCP faction headed by Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar. No proposal regarding a merger has been received by us, Sule stated unequivocally. In an emotional remark, she added, My brother is gone, and on that very day, the subject of the merger ended for me. I have not received any proposal, so I have no information about what merger is being discussed. No one has spoken to me about this. Sule's statement comes as the rumour mill in Maharashtras political circles has gone into overdrive over the past week following a series of high-profile developments and cryptic statements. NCP Maharashtra president Sunil Tatkare recently stated that merger talks were actively underway while Ajit Pawar was alive and would have materialised in February had it not been for his untimely demise in a plane crash. During Sharad Pawars recent hospitalisation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi telephoned to inquire about his health, followed two days later by a visit from senior NCP leader Praful Patel. Subsequently, MP Parth Pawar visited Sharad Pawars Mumbai residence, 'Silver Oak', on two consecutive days, fueling talk of backchannel negotiations. Chief Minister Fadnavis said, Only Sharad Pawar and Sunetra Pawar can clarify whether the two Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) factions will merge, noting that the BJP has not been informed of any such move. Addressing rumours about a potential merger between the two rival NCP factions, CM Fadnavis maintained that any such decision would heavily involve the ruling coalition. If they decide to merge, they will come and tell us, because the merger cannot happen without us. Neither of them has told us anything yet, he said. When pressed by reporters on the likelihood of reunification, Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar on Wednesday in Pune avoided a direct denial, remarking, As time comes, you will all come to know about everything, a statement that further stoked political conjecture.
SpiceJet cancels four Dubai flights amid unpaid dues to Dnata
SpiceJet cancelled four Dubai flights after ground handler Dnata suspended check-in services over unpaid dues exceeding 14 million dirhams. Delhi airport has also warned passengers of possible disruptions amid the airline's financial difficulties and ongoing operational challenges
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 13: Golkunda Diamonds & Jewellery Limited (BSE: 523676), a manufacturer and exporter of fine jewellery to leading international retail chains, today has announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026 (H1 & Q2 FY27).
Acquittal In POCSO Case: Court Recommends Victim Compensation
A special court in Thane, Maharashtra, acquitted a 21-year-old man in a 2024 kidnapping and sexual assault case, citing inconsistencies in the prosecution's evidence. Despite the acquittal, the court strongly recommended compensation and rehabilitation for the orphaned minor survivor, emphasising restorative justice and financial support. The case involved a 13-year-old girl whose father reported her missing, leading to charges under the IPC and POCSO Act.
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'Police Busy Making Money?' Maharashtra Minister Slams Cops After Attack On Home
The minister has levelled serious allegations against the city's Police Commissioner, accusing him of focusing on his next posting rather than his responsibilities.
