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LPG pilferage racket busted in Sambhajinagar; Rs 1.26 crore seized

Authorities in Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, have cracked down on an illegal LPG pilferage racket. A flying squad and district officials seized gas and equipment valued at Rs 1.26 crore. The operation uncovered a scheme to divert industrial LPG to the black market. Two tanker drivers were apprehended at the scene. This action follows a similar bust earlier this month.

The Economic Times 4 Apr 2026 1:00 pm

Nashik man held for sexual exploitation after probe unearths obscene videos

Nashik: An extortion complaint has landed a senior citizen from Maharashtras Nashik in the soup after a probe into his blackmailers uncovered 121 obscene videos, leading to his arrest for sexual exploitation after one of his victims came forward, accusing him of abuse, police said on Saturday, April 4. The police had earlier arrested four 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 .

The Siasat Daily 4 Apr 2026 12:28 pm

Tragic Accident in Nashik Claims Nine Lives

Nashik, April 4: A tragic road accident in Maharashtras Nashik has resulted in the deaths of nine individuals, including six children. According to police reports, a Maruti XL6 car fell into a roadside well on Friday night. The victims were returning home after attending a wedding ceremony when the incident occurred in the Shivaji Nagar ... Read more Tragic Accident in Nashik Claims Nine Lives

Udaipur Kiran 4 Apr 2026 10:00 am

Maharashtra reshuffles 25 IAS officers; key cities get new Collectors, Commissioners

In Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Municipal Commissioner G. Shrikant has been moved to Navi Mumbai, where he will serve as Chief Executive Officer of the Jal Jeevan Mission

The Hindu 4 Apr 2026 9:52 am

IPL 2026: 'Didn't Have Guts To Talk To Him In First Meeting' - RCB's Ostwal On The Kohli Effect

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Vicky Ostwal had a dream of sharing the dressing room with Virat Kohli. But when it actually happened during the practice sessions of defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ahead of IPL 2026, the left-arm spin bowling all-rounder froze. Neither on the pitch, nor with the ball in his hand. But in the dressing room - where the man he had watched and admired for his talismanic skills was suddenly just a few feet away from him. Ostwal, 23, is in his debut season with RCB after having spent three years with Delhi Capitals. He had heard all about RCB - the robust culture, good people in the set-up, and fans shouting Aar-cee-bee in chorus at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in the first game (and soon against the Chennai Super Kings on Sunday night). Ostwal was ready for most of it, but was not quite ready for his meeting with Kohli. For me, just seeing him for the first time was surreal. I didn't have the guts to talk to him in the first meeting. But as we practiced together, I spoke to him a lot about my tactical bowling mindset and how I should be bowling in T20 games and what balls work against him and what he does to counter the bowlers very well. Also, what can a bowler do to counter the batter, said Ostwal, in an exclusive conversation with IANS, facilitated by JSW Sports. It did not stay that way for long. Practice has a way of breaking the ice between stalwarts and youngsters, and as Ostwal began bowling to Kohli in the nets, the conversations started. I have had some great chats with him regarding this mindset and tactic thing and he has been helping me a lot about that. Whenever I bowl to him, I just try and have a chat after my bowling is finished. Then he gives me insights of what went wrong with you and what you could have done better and what you did good as well. I had some good healthy chats with him and that helps me a lot, he added. The arrangement that usually followed was Ostwal would bowl to Kohli and the debrief would happen right after that. The central idea, Ostwal says, from Kohli is about being proactive rather than reactive and thinking one step ahead of what a batter would aim to do. In things like T20, when you are bowling against a good player, you always need to be one step ahead. So, I used to always ask him - how can you be ahead of the game always? He used to give me insights like, Just see how the batter is playing and what kind of shots he wants to play against you. So, you observe that and you don't bowl the ball that he wants you to bowl. You bowl something different, back yourself to bowl that ball and then you deliver it and you try to execute it on that given time. By doing that thing, you can be one step ahead. If you think that you don't know, then you stick to your basics. You back your strength; you back yourself that whatever you have done up till now is the best. That's why you are here - so, you do that and then the batsman will play his own shot. If you think that you have got your batter in a zone where you want him to be, then you back yourself and bowl the ball that he doesn't want to play much. So, that I think helps a lot, especially in a T20 game, when you have to be accurate every ball or you have to be proactive every ball. So, that is the kind of conversation we usually have, he elaborated. Kohli isn't the only senior pro reshaping Ostwal, who terms being a bowling all-rounder as his best version. Krunal Pandya, his senior left-arm spin bowling all-rounder and multiple IPL winner with a reputation for rising exactly when the pressure peaks, has become another figure Ostwal studies closely. He knows what it takes to win the IPL and what performances you need to put in to win the game and how can you be clutch in those moments and how can you perform in crunch situations? He is a player who shines under pressure and that's what a good player can do for your team or that's what a team looks for in you. That is the kind of thing I want to learn from him and how can he do these kind of things under pressure. In crunch situations, he always steps up and brings his A game. So, that is something I really admire about him and that's what I want to learn, he said. What Ostwal finds most fascinating about Krunal, though, is not the experience, but bringing the imagination in bowling either a yorker, bouncer or even a round-arm slinging ball. He is very creative about those things. Even last year, we have seen him bowling bouncers - that is not very regular. So, he is very creative and he knows that IPL is such a game that even if you get one ball of your quota of overs (is a dot ball), it's just like gold. So, he knows that something or the other way, he will do something to trick the batsman into his trap and he will get a wicket or he can get a dot ball. So, I think he is very creative and he is very smart in those kind of things, he said. Away from serious cricket conversations, Ostwal has found an unlikely off-field friend in Venkatesh Iyer. Despite him being a very senior guy to me, he is very friendly and very open. He likes to have fun around with me and we get along well. We also play table tennis or PS5 together sometimes. So, him being a senior, I was a little hesitant talking to him in the initial days. But when I got to know him more than how good of a guy he is, I got along with him much better and then we started to hang out more. Ostwal's path to RCB was built across years of domestic toil. Being the leading wicket-taker in India winning the U-19 Asia Cup and 2022 U-19 World Cup is something he terms as one of the biggest moments of my life. It opened the door for Ostwal to be in DC's setup. But the years between that high and now were not all smooth. There was a difficult period of uncertainty as he tried to establish himself at the senior level. His answer was to go bag wickets and make big runs in the U-23 circuit, with Ostwal recently earning the MA Chidambaram Award for being the leading wicket-taker in the CK Nayudu Trophy in 2024/25. The U-23 games had a big, big role in my life because after the U19 World Cup, I did struggle for a year or so to make my mark in the senior team. But last season when I played U-23, I had a complete motto of dominating and being the highest wicket-taker in India. I had thought about that since when I started playing the games. I was very grateful and happy that I could pick wickets and was the highest wicket-taker. Also, I scored 100s and 250s and that's what gave me this full run for the Maharashtra Ranji team this year. That form carried into the Ranji Trophy, where he picked up 23 wickets in seven games, supplemented by eight and seven scalps in the Vijay Hazare and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy respectively. Playing all three formats every game this year was a big thing for me and that's the kind of thing that as a player you want from your association to do. I was grateful this year that I got the opportunity to play all three formats and got a complete run in the whole season. Also, I don't think I did anything extraordinary. But yes, I did well for my team. I picked some fifers in the red ball and was very accurate in T20 and one-day, where I was very good and economical. In the red ball, I also picked some fifers and was in the top wicket takers for Maharashtra. So, all in all, it was a good season for me. The question hovering over Ostwal is when he gets to play an IPL game and he spoke how it is a matter of grabbing the chance at the right time. I have spoken about this too a lot and everybody says that everyone has his own destiny. You just keep working hard and one day or the other, you will get your chance and when you get it, you just try and grab it with both hands. So, I am not rushing into things. I am not being fuzzy about it, but I just want to work hard and I believe that my time will come and whenever it comes, I will grab it with both hands. For now, the focus is entirely on RCB - a franchise he describes being a part of as a genuine blessing and a dressing room that challenges him daily, on and off the field. He joined a side that won the trophy last year. Now Ostwal wants to be part of one that wins it again. With Kohli in his corner, breaking down his game ball by ball, he may just be in the right place at the right time. It's a big blessing for me that I am a part of such a good franchise and such a good team surrounded by great players and great coaches. For now, the focus is entirely on RCB - a franchise he describes being a part of as a genuine blessing and a dressing room that challenges him daily, on and off the field. He joined a side that won the trophy last year. Also Read: Live Cricket Score There are many aspects to work on yourself when you are around these great people. So, it always helps me and I always try to have some conversation with all of them and try to improve myself. Yes, 100 percent that (winning the trophy again) is the dream and motto. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 4 Apr 2026 9:24 am

Nine of family killed as car falls into well in Maharashtra

Nashik: Nine members of a family, including six children, were killed after their car fell into a well in Maharashtras Nashik district, police said on Saturday, April 4. The accident occurred in the Shivaji Nagar area of Dindori town around 10 pm on Friday, April 3, an official said. The victims were heading home after 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 .

The Siasat Daily 4 Apr 2026 8:55 am

Mumbai needs to ensure it is rain-ready

A flower seller lost her life sheltering under a tree during the downpour, only to have the tree fall on her.

Mid Day 4 Apr 2026 8:01 am

Heavy price of pay first, verify later

With any welfare scheme, the initial step is to identify those eligible and then pass on benefits. In the case of Ladki Bahin Yojana, this order seems to have been reversed. The impact of this is plain to see

Mid Day 4 Apr 2026 7:57 am

Mumbai man held for biting samosa seller's fingers over food bill

In an unexpected turn of events in Malad East, a dispute over the price of samosas spiraled into chaos when customer Lakshmidhar Malik reportedly bit vendor Ranjit Singh's fingers during a heated argument, causing significant injury. Ranjit required medical treatment following the shocking confrontation, leading to an FIR being filed and the arrest of the aggressive customer.

The Times of India 4 Apr 2026 7:55 am

10 injured as fire breaks out at ONGC Mumbai High platform

A fire at ONGC's SHP Platform at Bombay High on Friday evening injured ten personnel, who sustained minor injuries and are reported to be stable. Despite the incident, ONGC did not issue a distress call to agencies like the Navy or Coast Guard until late, with operations reportedly normalized.

The Times of India 4 Apr 2026 7:47 am

Fadnavis demands SIR in Maharashtra, says problems with electoral rolls

We want SIR (Special Intensive Revision) in Maharashtra. There are problems with the electoral rolls, and we have even been raising them. But while the Opposition says there are problems, it opposes SIR, Fadnavis said

The Hindu 4 Apr 2026 3:12 am

Shiv Sena (UBT) open to alliance with MNS for Maharashtras benefit, says Sanjay Raut

There is no political ego in it, says the Rajya Sabha MP, as speculation grows about a reconciliation between Uddhav and Raj Thackeray

The Hindu 4 Apr 2026 2:55 am

Maharashtra Plans Free Power For 1.5 Crore Small Consumers With Solar Push

The state government has allocated Rs 655 crore for the scheme in the current financial year

Deccan Chronicle 4 Apr 2026 2:11 am

IB schools must shed island approach, engage locally

The Times of India 4 Apr 2026 12:10 am

Seized meat in Jalna confirmed as buffalo, Rs 4.34-crore consignment released

Meat worth Rs 4.34 crore seized from three trucks in Jalna on suspicion of being beef has been confirmed as buffalo meat by a laboratory. The consignment of 83,988 kg frozen meat and trucks were released after verification

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 11:53 pm

BEST orders urgent inspection of defective buses

The Times of India 3 Apr 2026 11:39 pm

Minor daughters boyfriend among five held for SRPF jawans murder in Nagpur

The assistant sub-inspector was fatally attacked in the Matoshree Nagar area, under the jurisdiction of the MIDC police. His 30-year-old brother-in-law sustained grievous injuries in the incident, police said

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 11:12 pm

Yo Yo Honey Singhs Pune concert postponed to April 18 due to rain alert

Yo Yo Honey Singhs sold-out Pune concert, originally scheduled for April 4, 2026, has been postponed to April 18 due to a government advisory warning of heavy rain and thunderstorms. The singer assured fans that all tickets will remain valid and said the decision was taken to ensure public safety

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 9:44 pm

Election Commission declares paid holiday on polling days for upcoming elections

The Election Commission of India has declared that all employees, including daily wage and casual workers, will be entitled to a paid holiday on polling days for the upcoming elections

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 9:34 pm

Cyber fraud racket busted in Rajasthan, 12 held for fake escort service scam

Rajasthan Police busted a cyber fraud racket in Dungarpur, arresting 12 accused who lured victims with fake escort service ads and extorted money. Acting on a tip-off, police raided a remote island near the Som Kamla Amba Dam, where the accused were found operating the scam using mobile phones

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 9:24 pm

Maharashtra: Nashik man blackmailed using data from stolen tablet, 4 held

According to the police, the accused gained access to private data after stealing the gadget from the victim`s office in Satpur a few days ago and allegedly used objectionable videos and photos found on the device to blackmail the complainant, threatening to make the files viral unless he paid them Rs 12 lakh, an official said

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 7:43 pm

Beed man duped of Rs 23.42 lakh in `digital arrest` fraud; three held

The police recently arrested the accused, Prasann Ajay Kasat (31), his wife, Swati (26), and their aide, Sanket Deepak Beldar (22), from Jalgaon in connection with the fraud, an official said

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 7:37 pm

West Asia conflict hits Surat textile industry, output drops sharply

Surats textile industry is facing heavy losses due to rising input costs and labour shortages linked to the West Asia conflict, forcing units to cut working hours and production days. Some office-bearers claimed that the industry was currently facing losses of around Rs 100 crore every day

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 7:04 pm

Urgent Action on Dilapidated LIC Buildings in South Mumbai: Minister Meets Finance Minister

Mumbai, April 3: The long-standing issue of dilapidated and unsafe LIC buildings in South Mumbai may soon be resolved. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has assured that the matter will be addressed promptly. This information was shared by Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha on Friday. During a meeting with the Finance Minister in the national ... Read more Urgent Action on Dilapidated LIC Buildings in South Mumbai: Minister Meets Finance Minister

Morningstar 3 Apr 2026 6:56 pm

Maharashtra sugar output jumps 22% as 202526 crushing season ends

Total sugar production at 988.79 lakh quintals, a substantial increase from 806.78 lakh quintals in the previous season

The Hindu Businessline 3 Apr 2026 4:29 pm

Satellite images show damage; smoke at Iran`s port after US-Israel strikes

Satellite imagery has confirmed damage and smoke at port facilities on Qeshm Island following US-Israeli strikes, amid escalating West Asia tensions. No casualties were reported at the port, though separate strikes elsewhere caused deaths and injuries

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 3:52 pm

J&K: NHM staff launch 72-hour strike over salary deduction

Holding placards and voicing their demands, the healthcare workers expressed anger over what they described as an abrupt and unfair financial deduction. They stated that the 2.5 days pay had traditionally been granted as compensation for overtime work

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 3:38 pm

Govt eyes boost in production of induction heaters to cut use of cooking gas

Senior officials from key departments, including the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, the Power Ministry and the Directorate General of Foreign Trade, held a high-level meeting on Friday to assess the situation and chart a response strategy

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 3:22 pm

Stop soft PR, raise real issues: AAPs Saurabh Bhardwaj targets Raghav Chadha

The remarks come a day after Chadha questioned his removal as the partys Deputy Leader in the Rajya Sabha, a post now held by Ashok Kumar Mittal

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 2:55 pm

Iranian drones target Mina al-Ahmadi refinery in Kuwait amid escalating conflict

Iranian drones struck Kuwaits Mina al-Ahmadi refinery, triggering fires at the key oil facility. No casualties were reported, but the attack raises concerns over energy supply disruptions in the region

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 2:26 pm

White House to release budget proposing record military spending surge

The White House is set to release Donald Trumps 2027 budget, proposing a sharp rise in defence spending up to USD 1.5 trillion, signalling a strong focus on military priorities amid global tensions

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 2:25 pm

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissions advanced stealth Frigate INS Taragiri

Indian Navy chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi and Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan were among the attendees, along with other senior Indian Navy officials

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 2:25 pm

Principal Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Rape of 13-Year-Old in Maharashtra

Nashik, April 3: A significant ruling has emerged from the district court in Nashik, Maharashtra, regarding the sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl in the Igatpuri taluka of Takhed Budruk. The court has sentenced the accused principal and a class teacher to prison and imposed fines. The incident occurred on February 7, 2025, when the ... Read more Principal Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Rape of 13-Year-Old in Maharashtra

Morningstar 3 Apr 2026 1:56 pm

Silenced, not defeated, says Raghav Chadha after removal from AAP`s post in RS

In the video message, posted on X, Raghav Chadha questioned the decision to restrict his voice in Parliament, asking whether raising issues concerning the public had become a crime

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 1:37 pm

BJP Leader Promises Justice in Ashok Kharat Case, Urges Political Unity

Nandurbar, April 3: The political discourse surrounding the high-profile Ashok Kharat, also known as Bhodu Baba, case in Maharashtra has intensified. BJP leader Vijay Chaudhary characterized the situation as highly sensitive, emphasizing that politics should not interfere. He assured that victims will receive justice under all circumstances. Chaudhary stated that Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is ... Read more BJP Leader Promises Justice in Ashok Kharat Case, Urges Political Unity

Morningstar 3 Apr 2026 1:26 pm

Russia offers oil and LNG supplies to India amid global energy crisis

Russia has already increased its supply of mineral fertilisers to India by 40 per cent by the end of 2025, and is ready to continue meeting Indias growing demand

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 1:26 pm

West Asia conflict: Govt commends Maharashtra, AP, UP for swift action on LPG black marketing

States were also advised to maintain strict vigilance against hoarding, diversion, and the spread of misinformation that could trigger unnecessary panic

The Hindu Businessline 3 Apr 2026 1:01 pm

EC Declares Paid Holiday on Polling Days for Upcoming Elections

The announcement covers elections to the Legislative Assemblies of Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal and Bye-election to eight Assembly Constituencies across six states, which are Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Nagaland and Tripura

Deccan Chronicle 3 Apr 2026 12:49 pm

RS passes Jan Vishwas Amendment Bill, Goyal emphasises trust-based governance

The legislation, championed by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, aims to foster trust-based governance, reduce compliance burdens, and decriminalise minor offences to improve Ease of Doing Business and Ease of Living

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 12:18 pm

Anti-conversion law and Middle East conflict will reflect in Good Friday themes

Good Friday services across Mumbai will commemorate Jesus Christ's final hours and crucifixion. Churches will host live tableaux and reenactments, with themes reflecting concerns over Maharashtra's new anti-conversion law and Middle East conflicts. Parishioners will participate in communion services and prayers for persecuted Christians and global peace.

The Times of India 3 Apr 2026 12:12 pm

Iran claims to be drafting proposal with Oman to `monitor` Strait of Hormuz

It is unclear what the proposal would mean. Oman did not immediately acknowledge it

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 11:52 am

Artemis II successfully enters trajectory for Moon flyby, NASA confirms

The Artemis II crew comprises NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, along with Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 11:48 am

Major gas theft racket bused in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Rs 1.26 cr LPG seized

Maharashtra State Level Vigilance Cell uncovered the network accused of stealing LPG meant for public distribution. Officials said the racket was depriving nearly 2,480 economically weaker households of their rightful monthly gas supply

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 11:40 am

Govt suspends 60 per cent free seat selection mandate for airlines amid tensions

The government has put on hold its plan to make 60 per cent of airline seats free, citing operational and commercial concerns raised by carriers. Currently, 20 pc of seats remain free, with fees for the rest

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 11:02 am

BMC clears 3-tier alternative reservoir plan at Malabar Hill

Mumbai's municipal commissioner is reviewing a long-pending alternative reservoir project at Malabar Hill, opting for a three-tier design to ensure uninterrupted water supply during repairs of the aging existing reservoir. The new facility's potential impact on protected funnel of vision sightlines is under detailed review before a tender is floated.

The Times of India 3 Apr 2026 10:59 am

2 UBT MPs Nagesh Ashtikar, Sanjay Deshmukh attend Sena minister's Delhi dinner meet

Rumors of discord within Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) were ignited when two of its MPs were spotted at a dinner hosted by a Union minister. Adding to the intrigue, another MP met with Amit Shah, insisting that the meeting was solely to discuss a census issue.

The Times of India 3 Apr 2026 10:42 am

Macron calls for talks, says military action in Strait of Hormuz unrealistic

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday emphasised the need for dialogue to resolve the West Asia conflict, calling a military operation to liberate the Strait of Hormuz unrealistic due to Iranian defenses. He stressed that any resolution requires cooperation with Iran and a ceasefire

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 10:39 am

Maharashtra doctors death: Accused suspended policeman Gopal Badane granted bail

Gopal Badane filed bail application with court arguing that he was falsely implicated in the alleged crime and he had met the victim in the course of his duty

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 10:24 am

Eight killed, 95 injured as US-Israeli strikes hit Iran`s B1 Bridge

Reports indicated that those affected included travellers, local villagers, and families who were outdoors observing Nature Day. The presence of civilians near the site at the time of the strike contributed to the high number of casualties

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 9:53 am

CBSE issues advisory against misleading claims about QR codes on exam papers

The board clarified that the QR codes are part of internal systems and are not designed to function as direct internet hyperlinks

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 9:41 am

Back off, and let Pujaa live her life

Is Pujarini Pradhan aka @lifeofpujaa an industry plant or authentic influencer? Well, why cant she be both? We may want authenticity, but we all know it will only pay once its strategised and curated

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 8:40 am

Keralam Assembly polls 2026: CM Pinarayi Vijayan unveils LDF manifesto

The document was released by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 8:29 am

Respecting public infra is every citizens duty

Every peoples representative said that it is important that people get involved when trying to change their area

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 8:27 am

AI-powered machine sorts used clothes, tackles synthetic textile waste

The Fastsort-Textile machine was one of Time magazines Best Inventions of 2025.

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 8:25 am

Indias defence exports hit record Rs 38,424 crore in 2025-26

The big jump in the defence exports reflected the growing global trust in Indias indigenous defence capabilities, Union Defence Minister Singh said.

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 8:23 am

War will continue till US suffers humiliation, says Irans Army Chief

He did not mention the possibility of sending US ground troops into Iran.

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 8:18 am

Padma Viswanathan shortlisted for 2026 International Booker Prize as translator

On Earth As It Is Beneath by Brazilian author Ana Paula Maia, set in a remote Brazilian penal colony where the boundaries between justice and cruelty collapse, is among the six worldwide contenders for the coveted literary honour.

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 8:12 am

Ladki Bahin Yojana faces major clean-up as over 65 lakh found ineligible

Scheme offers financial assistance of Rs 1500 per month to women from the weaker sections of society; Maharashtra govt has extended verification deadline to April 30, 2026

Mid Day 3 Apr 2026 8:02 am

The putrid mix of money and medical malpractice

A womans visit to a health centre in February over money she was allegedly owed for repeated egg harvesting has led the Maharashtra police to a network of illegal medical businesses operating across at least three States. Seven persons have been arrested and investigators have seized forged documents and hormonal injections from anaccusedsresidence, findsChinmayGaikwad

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 3:38 am

Maharashtra Government Approves New Revenue Department Structure with 35,876 Positions

Mumbai, April 3: In response to the increasing workload in revenue administration and the need for efficient services for citizens, the Maharashtra government has approved a revised structure for the Revenue Department. This decision was made under the guidance of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and the special initiative of Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule. It marks ... Read more Maharashtra Government Approves New Revenue Department Structure with 35,876 Positions

Morningstar 3 Apr 2026 2:11 am

Bullet Train progress: Tunnelling work completed for five-km tunnel

The 5-km tunnel, which passes between Ghansoli and Shilphata, is part of the 508-km-long MAHSR, connecting Gujarat, Maharashtra and the Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 1:47 am

HC directs Maharashtra govt. to file reply to petition challenging scrapping of 5% Muslim quota

The plea termed racial and social discrimination the revocation of the quota granted under the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes category

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 1:18 am

Congress seeks impartial SIR in Maharashtra

The Times of India 2 Apr 2026 11:42 pm

Major Administrative Reshuffle in Maharashtra: 25 IAS Officers Transferred

Mumbai, April 2: The Maharashtra government executed a significant administrative reshuffle on Thursday, transferring 25 IAS officers. According to the orders issued by the government, G. Shrikant has been removed from his position as the Commissioner of the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation and appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Jal Jeevan Mission in ... Read more Major Administrative Reshuffle in Maharashtra: 25 IAS Officers Transferred

Morningstar 2 Apr 2026 11:41 pm

Pune Officer Flags Honey Singh Songs as Vulgar, Writes to Police Chief

The letter was written following a complaint submitted to the Maharashtra Women and Child Development Department by one Dr Punditrao Dharenavar from Chandigarh.

Deccan Chronicle 2 Apr 2026 11:00 pm

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis campaigns for BJP candidates in Keralam; key highlights

Addressing public meetings in Varkala and Attingal, Fadnavis described Keralam as a sacred land and stated that the time has come for the BJP to take charge to protect its culture, heritage, and ensure all-round development under the leadership of Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi

Mid Day 2 Apr 2026 10:28 pm