Bombay High Court to hear plea seeking transparency in Maharashtra SIR
The petitioners submitted that the matter raised an issue concerning citizens rights. Their counsel told the Bench that the exercise could result in the deletion of 2.1 crore names from the electoral rolls in the State
Late September rains bring winter-like chill to Delhi-NCR; more showers likely before dry spell
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) Rain brought winter-like weather to Delhi-NCR residents in the early hours of Monday, with the national capital waking up to cooler conditions and cloudy skies. The region is likely to witness isolated rainfall on Tuesday, continuing the light spell recorded on Monday. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), dry weather is expected to set in from September 30, with mainly clear skies likely through the first week of October. Rain, thunderstorms and lightning are expected at isolated places across Delhi, Chandigarh and Haryana on Tuesday. Similar weather conditions are likely in Punjab. However, from September 30, mainly dry weather is expected over several parts of northwest India. As the southwest monsoon nears its final departure from the country, rainfall activity continues across several regions. While some areas are witnessing heavy showers, thunderstorms and strong winds have brought a noticeable change in weather conditions elsewhere. From the hilly states of North India to Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Northeast India and several parts of South India, rainfall is expected. Some areas may also receive heavy rain accompanied by strong winds and lightning. According to the IMD, heavy rainfall is likely in Himachal Pradesh, parts of the Northeast, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and South Interior Karnataka. Rain and thunderstorm activity may also continue across Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh. Delhi had received 4.3 mm of rain at Safdarjung on Sunday morning, after recording 0.6 mm until 8.30 p.m. the previous evening, extending rainfall into the final days of September. The September 27 shower was the first rain recorded this late in the month since September 29, 2019, when 0.3 mm was recorded. The late-season rain arrived just four days after the southwest monsoon withdrew from Delhi on September 23. The IMD's normal withdrawal date for the national capital is September 25, based on the 1971-2019 period. This year's withdrawal was the earliest since 2002, when the monsoon exited Delhi on September 20. The 2026 monsoon arrived on July 2, five days later than the normal onset date of June 27. It lasted 83 days, seven days shorter than the normal duration. Delhi's rainfall pattern was also uneven during the season. Safdarjung recorded 728.6 mm of rainfall between June 1 and September 23, against the normal 629.7 mm, marking a surplus of 16 per cent. The seasonal rainfall was classified as normal by the IMD despite being above the long-period average. The late showers added at least another 4.3 mm at Safdarjung by Sunday morning. Meanwhile, Delhi-NCR's air quality remained in the 'satisfactory' category. Monitoring stations recorded AQI levels of 58 at Mandir Marg, 60 at Aya Nagar, 60 at Punjabi Bagh, 83 at CRRI Mathura Road, 67 at Sirifort, 72 at IGNOU-Maidan Garhi, 73 at Chandni Chowk, 58 at Burari Crossing, 69 at Anand Vihar, 82 at Mundka, 77 at Jahangirpuri, 70 at Okhla Phase-2 and 65 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
Maharashtra FDA suspends licence of 122-year-old Kyani cafe in Mumbai: Here's what inspection found
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration is taking continuous action against hotels and restaurants keeping in mind the health of the people. In this regard, the FDA on Monday took action against the famous 122-year-old Irani Kyani Cafe in Mumbai and suspended its licence. The action was taken at the Iranian cafe in Kalbadevi.
Maharashtra Public Service Commission Postpones 3 Exams Amid Paper Leak Concerns
Maharashtra Public Service Commission Exams 2026: The commission stated that the 2026 Main Examinations for State Services, Maharashtra Civil Engineering Services, and Maharashtra Group-B (Non-Gazetted) have been postponed.
Sign before praying: A new conversion law is affecting churchgoers in Indian state
A new anti-conversion law in Maharashtra is raising questions about faith, choice and freedom.
SIR row: Congress holds protest across Maharashtra seeking Gyanesh Kumars removal
According to the Maharashtra Congress, demonstrations were held outside district collectorates across the State, including in Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Kolhapur, Solapur, Thane, Amravati and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.
COEP, JSW join hands for Rs 800 crore indigenous battery technology centre
Crop-loss panchanamas across Maharashtra from today, says agriculture minister
Pune city at high risk of Zika cases in future, states NIV research
Drought Declared, Nagpur Dist Staring At Depleted Water Stock In 5 Major Dams
2 Class 12 students killed as speeding truck rams two-wheeler
Amravati ashramshala girl death sparks outrage
Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has asked states to prepare rabi crop plans based on water availability and soil moisture, with water-stressed areas prioritising less water-intensive crops. He also called for higher cultivation of pulses and oilseeds to reduce Indias import dependence, while flagging drought conditions in Maharashtra and Karnataka.
PCMC plans to add 22 new fire vehicles to its fleet in boost to faster rescue ops in high-rise bldgs
Student dies, friend injured after motorcycle hits vehicle in Bavdhan
Lohagad murder: Ketan, Siya, Chetan spotted at crime scene in tourists photos
PWD Plans To Open Ajni Underpass By Nov, Remaining Works To Continue In Phases
Gondia dam which irrigates 18K hectares in 3 districts, overflows
Alarming Dip in Groundwater Level in Amravati District
Three Talukas in Over-exploited Category
Eight Crematoriums Wallow In Apathy, Now Get Nod For Rs40 Crore Phased Facelift
Last years flood erodes topsoil, now drought wilts crops in Dharashiv & Solapur
Joshi elected Hockey Maharashtra joint vice-president
Hazari Pahad fire: 4homes wrecked, but no casualties
14-year-olds murder in Jaripatka triggers chain of gang violence, dad runs amok at ground zero
Man stabs brother after family row in Chinchwad, arrested
First steel bridge for bullet train project in Maharashtra launched over Nashik highway
Two held for pledging fake gold chains, taking Rs4.44 lakh from Chakan jeweller
Minor worker dies after getting trapped in stone crusher in Pune
Maharashtra Food Body Suspends 30 Licenses, Seizes Stock Worth A Crore
An FDA statement on Monday said licences or registration certificates of 13 establishments in Mumbai, six in Konkan division, eight in Pune division and three in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar division were suspended.
Over 1,200 Ganapati mandals in Pune to get notices for violating decibel norms
SIR should be scrapped: Civil groups ahead of Wednesdays protest
Voters need not appear in person, BLOs will collect documents & upload: State CEO Chockalingam
Fadnavis gives in-principle approval to Rs1,826cr plan for Chakan, Hinjewadi infrastructure
Maval farmers firm on Jal Samadhi protest on Oct 2 over Pavana pipeline project
Police constable captured on video abusing cab driver on Karve Road
Student suicide: Police checking if IIT-B followed its cheating SOP
1 week on, IIT-B suicide probe panel yet to speak to family
Maharashtra govt proposes policy to provide support to college-going children of single mothers
Igatpuri private medical college gets deemed university status
FDA now suspends licence of iconic Irani restaurant Kyani, 12 others
81-year-old gets advanced heart valve op at BMC-run KEM Hospital for half of private hospital cost
Maha drought worsens, cancels leave for 11 departments
The Maharashtra government has cancelled leaves for employees across 11 departments involved in drought management to assess widespread crop damage, particularly affecting soybean. This follows the declaration of drought in 265 talukas and the announcement of relief measures. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule is on an assessment tour, facing protests from Congress workers demanding immediate farmer relief.
Maha SIR: CEO announces weekend voter camps across 100,000 stations
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) In a major push to streamline the electoral roll under the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive, Maharashtra Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) S. Chockalingam on Monday announced special camps at polling stations across the state to help citizens rectify discrepancies in their voter records. Addressing the low public response to fixing voter record errors, Chockalingam confirmed that weekend camps will be held at over 100,300 polling stations statewide, including 10,000 centres in Mumbai. Voters can visit these stations directly to submit applications to update names, addresses, or correct errors in draft rolls. The deadline to file claims and objections has been extended to October 12, and processing of notices, claims, and objections will conclude by November 10. The final voter list will be published on November 16. Notices were issued to 1.22 crore voters flagged for logical errors or missing document matches. Citizens no longer need to visit Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) in person; they can respond by sending notices and required documents via WhatsApp. Out of 1.51 crore voters omitted from draft rolls, only 3.9 lakh have resubmitted fresh registration forms over the past month. District Collectors have been instructed to conduct voter registration camps across all junior and senior colleges, with mandatory reporting on student enrolment numbers. Political controversy has erupted after the state government declared drought in 265 talukas without prior clearance from the Election Commission of India (ECI), despite the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) being in force for upcoming Maharashtra Legislative Council (MLC) elections in Teachers and Graduates constituencies. The government is accused of violating MCC guidelines by extending 12 relief concessions without ECI approval. Sources said a proposal seeking clearance was submitted, but the executive order was issued while the application was pending. Earlier, the ECI announced operational measures including door-to-door document collection, exemption from mandatory physical attendance, relief in virtual hearings, family representation and creation of help desks for vulnerable groups. Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will directly visit the homes of citizens flagged as Unmapped or with Logical Discrepancies to collect verification documents. Hearings, if unavoidable, will be conducted online, with any adult family member allowed to represent the voter, the CEOs office said. District Election Officers (DEOs) have been instructed to set up help desks and outreach camps for homeless citizens, migrant labourers, pavement dwellers and night shelter occupants to ensure inclusive enrolment. The current SIR campaign, launched earlier this year, is the first comprehensive door-to-door electoral roll overhaul in Maharashtra since 2002. Rapid urbanisation, migration, unrecorded deaths and duplicate entries over two decades necessitated full-scale verification. During the initial phase, BLOs cross-checked voters against historical rolls from 20022004 to establish eligibility cut-offs. However, heavy monsoon rains in Konkan and Mumbai, civic disruptions, and large numbers of unmapped voters created operational bottlenecks, prompting calls from political parties and civil society groups for more time.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to visit Maharashtra to assess drought
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) With nearly two-thirds of Maharashtra grappling with severe drought conditions, the Union government has stepped in to assess the crisis first-hand. Union Minister for Agriculture, Farmers' Welfare, and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday announced that Central teams alongside senior officials will deploy to assess crop and water damage, with Chouhan himself leading high-level inspection visits across affected regions in Western and Southern India. The Central team will first arrive in Karnataka on October 3 before heading to Maharashtra to perform ground-level assessments. Recognising the gravity of declining soil moisture and shrinking reservoir levels, the Union Agriculture Ministry has issued a comprehensive action plan for the upcoming Rabi cropping season. State and district administrations have been directed to map available irrigation supplies and soil moisture before finalising Rabi sowing plans. High-water-consuming crops are strictly discouraged in water-stressed pockets to avoid mid-season crop failure, the Agriculture department sources said. The Centre has ordered a major push toward low-water-requiring crops -- specifically gram, lentil, and mustard. Farmers are encouraged to utilise fallow paddy fields post-harvest for these drought-resilient varieties to boost national self-reliance in edible oils and pulses. State governments must set strict targets for pulse production and put procurement mechanisms in place early. To shield farmers from distress sales, central agencies NAFED (National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India) and NCCF (National Cooperative Consumers' Federation of India) will step in for direct on-farm procurement if state systems lag. Agricultural universities, ICAR institutions, and Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) have been tasked with supplying climate-suitable seed varieties. State administrations must prepare advance plans for the distribution and lifting of seeds and fertilisers. To reduce input costs and maintain soil health, the Centre is extending its balanced fertilisation drive into the Rabi cycle. Over-application of synthetic fertilisers will be countered through targeted scientific guidance. The Agriculture Ministry is fast-tracking the rollout of Farmer IDs, AgStack infrastructure, and expanded Kisan Credit Card (KCC) coverage to streamline direct benefit deliveries and credit access. To maintain real-time oversight, states will track weekly progress across crop sowing, seed germination, pest risks, and market price fluctuations. The strategy comes as Union Minister Chouhan prepares to host all State Agriculture Ministers on September 29, the second day of the National Agriculture Conference, to finalise an integrated execution plan for the Rabi season.
BEST opposes Adani bid for Dharavi power market, plans expansion of distribution in suburbs
Maha CM clears Rs 1,800 crore plan for ChakanHinjawadi
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday granted in-principle approval for an integrated infrastructure development plan to ease traffic congestion, improve road networks, and strengthen stormwater drainage systems in the Chakan and Hinjawadi industrial areas. Under the initiative, projects worth Rs 1,400 crore have been sanctioned for Chakan, alongside a dedicated Rs 426.54 crore framework for Hinjawadi. Pune District Collector Jitendra Dudi said execution is scheduled to begin in December to ensure timely completion, with the primary goal of improving traffic flow and drainage capacity before the next monsoon season. CM Fadnavis directed the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC), Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA), Public Works Department (PWD), Zilla Parishad and allied agencies to pool resources and work in synergy. The administration will consolidate funding and logistics to overhaul roads, public utilities and drainage infrastructure. Encroachments along 78 km of natural streams have restricted water flow. The plan includes clearing streams, constructing roadside drains, increasing culvert discharge capacity and setting up water retention facilities. With 7080 per cent of encroachments already removed, the remaining will be cleared in phases. The target is to restore all natural drainage routes by June 2027, alongside building 38 km of roadside stormwater drains. After analysing Chakans 498 km road network, the team selected 75 km of high-priority roads for immediate upgrading. These stretches will feature pedestrian walkways, improved drainage and safety infrastructure. Work will use existing right-of-way space by removing encroachments, avoiding fresh land acquisition. The project will also provide for underground utility ducts. To reduce accident risks, upgraded roads will include footpaths, safe crossing zones and traffic management systems. Pedestrian facilities will also be incorporated into the upcoming National Highway flyover. To curb congestion, 500 additional buses will be introduced along key commuter routes. Six major intersections will undergo scientific redesign and be equipped with AI-driven traffic signals, CCTV cameras, radars, ANPR systems, and a centralised command centre. MIDC has designated five parking facilities to tackle unauthorised roadside parking by heavy goods vehicles. Private sector participation and local industrial support will fund beautification of medians, public toilets, and bus shelters. The Chakan industrial water supply network is targeted for completion by 2027, with management shifting to the Maharashtra Jeevan Authority (MJP). A new 100 MVA power substation will break ground in December. A centralised waste processing facility will handle garbage from 14 villages and two municipal councils under PMRDA oversight. An AI-powered Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) and Command & Control Centre will oversee traffic regulation across Chakan, Talegaon and Hinjawadi. To support local traffic police, 100 personnel from the Maharashtra Security Force (MSF) will be deployed in Chakan starting October 1. For Hinjawadi, Rs 426 crore has been approved to mitigate severe traffic congestion. Six acres of land have been allocated to address power supply issues, and 100 MSF personnel will be deployed for traffic control. Waste management services will be streamlined through the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) or Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC).
Housing society in Navi Mumbai ordered to pay compensation to two members for lapse in service
In Navi Mumbai, residents seek separate lane for small vehicles to curb traffic jams and mishaps
FIR against two medical store owners in Navi Mumbai for illegally selling capsule
In healthcare, the patient is the least informed consumer
Significant price differences in healthcare consumables have drawn attention, prompting calls for better consumer protection. Maharashtra's FDA has uncovered alarming disparities, highlighting information asymmetry faced by patients. The Supreme Court reaffirmed consumer accountability for medical services, emphasizing the need for transparency. Consumers are encouraged to ask questions and take advantage of available grievance mechanisms. Strengthening enforcement and data-sharing among regulators can improve the integrity of healthcare transactions.
Maharashtra: 57.9 lakh ECGs, 34,000 heart attacks detected under STEMI project
The project follows a hub-and-spoke model connecting rural and district-level healthcare facilities with hospitals equipped to provide advanced cardiac treatment
Teachers shape future, throwing ink inexcusable: Mumbai court; 12 get six months RI
Maharashtra Public Service Commission postpones Mains exam scheduled for October 3 amid review demands, as reported by news agency PTI.
68-year-old Mumbai woman loses Rs 3cr in digital arrest fraud
MPSC exam row: State Services Main 2026 postponed, 2025 answer sheets to be re-evaluated
Maharashtra Public Service Commission postpones State Services Main Exam 2026 amid review demands
Maharashtra Public Service Commission has postponed the State Services Main Examination scheduled for October 3, 2026. This decision follows demands from aspirants and political groups regarding reforms in the examination process. Protests had erupted previously due to a paper leak in the MPSC Drug Inspector exam, leading to calls for the chairman's resignation. Political figures, including Cockroach Janta Party convenor Abhijeet Dipke, have highlighted the need for accountability.
Only 3.9 lakh apply to be on voter list despite 1.5 crore exclusions in SIR
Woman tea stall vendor robbed of gold, cash at knife point by 4 men in Panvel, 1 held
Two tigers found dead in MP; electrocution suspected in Ratapani
Two tigers were found dead in separate incidents in Madhya Pradesh on Monday. A decomposed carcass was recovered near Dahod Dam in Ratapani Tiger Reserve, where suspected electrocution is being investigated, while an 11-month-old female tiger in Kanha may have died after a territorial fight
Maha CM Fadnavis directs panel to draft roadmap for state financial reforms within six months
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) Highlighting the need to move beyond traditional revenue collection methods, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday called for innovative measures to mobilise resources and streamline the state's financial and administrative systems. Presiding over a high-level meeting of the newly constituted Maharashtra Sustainable Public Finance Committee led by former Finance Secretary Vijay Kelkar, the Chief Minister directed the panel to conduct a comprehensive review of fund raising, accounting, and efficient resource allocation, and to prepare an actionable roadmap within six months. Chief Minister Fadnavis pointed to a key economic mismatch in state agency funds. While around Rs 6,000 crore to Rs 7,000 crore belonging to various government bodies is currently invested at modest interest rates of around four per cent, the state government is forced to borrow money from the open market at much higher interest rates of eight to nine per cent, the Chief Minister said. This discrepancy must be resolved to ensure more effective utilisation of available funds. We must develop innovative financial instruments that protect the security and financial autonomy of state agencies while maximising the use of their capital, CM Fadnavis added. The Chief Minister stressed that project delays impair the economic multiplier effect of public investment. A complete review of state spending will be conducted to enhance expenditure efficiency, he said. Emphasising that the panel is not a mere formality, the Chief Minister confirmed that the state government will seriously implement its recommendations to overhaul current fiscal and administrative operations. Chief Minister Fadnavis' move to form a panel for recommending financial reforms is crucial as the state government is aggressively pursuing its ambitious target of becoming a trillion dollar economy by 2029-30 and five trillion dollar economy by 2047 while focusing on increasing its revenue from state's own tax and non-tax. Total revenue receipts for 2026-27 are estimated to be Rs 6,16,099 crore, an increase of two per cent over the revised estimate of 2025-26. Of this, Rs 4,51,626 crore (73 per cent) will be raised by the state through its own resources, and Rs 1,64,473 crore (27 per cent) will come from the Centre. Resources from the Centre will be in the form of state's share in Central taxes (16 per cent of revenue receipts) and grants (11 per cent of revenue receipts). Maharashtra's total own tax revenue is estimated to be Rs 4,15,498 crore in 2026-27, an increase of one per cent over the revised estimate of 2025-26. Own tax revenue as a percentage of GSDP is estimated at 7.7 per cent in 2026-27, lower than the revised estimates for 2025-26 (8 per cent). As per the actual figures for 2024-25, own tax revenue as a percentage of GSDP was 7.5 per cent.
Officials to face action for breach of privilege: Maharashtra govt issues revised guidelines
Mumbais historic Irani cafe Kyani & Co. has had its FSSAI licence suspended by the Maharashtra FDA after an inspection found rat droppings, live flies, dead cockroaches and other hygiene violations in its food preparation and storage areas. The action followed a statewide festive-season crackdown in which the FDA seized over 50 tonnes of food products and suspended licences of 30 establishments.
Drunk man arrested for flashing passersby, blocking road with car, threatening cops
7 grievously injured in chemical plant reactor blast in Mahad MIDC
SC Stays Bail Granted to Corporator in Hospital Assault Case
A bench comprising Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta admitted the Maharashtra governments appeal against the bail order.
Air India CEO-designate Tewolde Gebremariam calls for stronger safety culture
Air India CEO and Managing Director-designate Tewolde Gebremariam has identified safety, operational reliability and sustainable profitability as key priorities. In his first company-wide townhall, he also highlighted network efficiency, customer service, cost discipline and sustainable growth
2,100 birds, 7 cages, 32-hour journey: Mumbai CSMT haul sparks animal cruelty probe
Mumbai: Lizards, cockroaches found at Sweet Mart in Colaba; FDA suspends licence
Maharashtra FDA, led by Tukaram Mundhe, suspended 30 food licences and seized 50,601.78 kg of food products worth Rs 1.19 crore between September 23 and 27. The statewide crackdown uncovered serious hygiene violations, including live lizards and cockroaches at Colaba Sweet Mart
Maha: Pune growth hub strategy targets $200 bn economy, 20 lakh jobs
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) A comprehensive master plan for the holistic development of the Pune Economic Region was presented to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday during a high-level meeting. Formulated under NITI Aayogs Growth Hub initiative, the plan sets an ambitious target to elevate Punes economy to $200220 billion by 2036. The blueprint outlines 58 priority projects, an estimated investment of Rs 910 lakh crore, and the creation of 1520 lakh additional jobs. The vision centres on enhancing public transit, providing affordable housing, and preserving the environment. Currently, Pune contributes 1112 per cent to Maharashtras overall income, with a real economic growth rate of 66.5 per cent. The strategy aims to accelerate this to 10 per cent annually. In alignment with the states vision to build a $5 trillion economy by 2047, the Pune Growth Hub proposes expanding the regions economy from $68 billion in FY 202526 to $200220 billion by FY 203536. The region is home to around 15 million residents. The framework focuses on sustainable, inclusive growth and positions Pune among Asias most liveable metropolitan areas. Six core sectors have been identified: manufacturing, electric vehicles (EV), engineering goods, defence, robotics/drones, electronics/semiconductors, and biotechnology. Key proposals include EV and mobility hubs, high-tech engineering parks, defence technology centres, and AI/Global Capability Centres (GCCs), expected to generate 4-5 lakh high-tech jobs. The plan also aims to expand the local startup count beyond 10,000 and upskill 1.5-2 lakh professionals in AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Pune currently has 56 lakh jobs, with projections of 74-76 lakh jobs over the next decade, representing 12-20 lakh net additional opportunities across manufacturing, services, healthcare, education, tourism, agro-processing, and logistics. Tourism development will focus on six thematic circuits, including the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Fort Circuit (Shivneri, Lohagad, Rajgad, Sinhagad), Pawna and Bhatghar water tourism hubs, Junnar Leopard Safari, a 600 km Sahyadri trekking trail, health and wellness corridors, and entertainment centres. Public transit usage is targeted to rise from 13 per cent to 50 per cent of daily trips. Plans include extending the Pune Metro to 250 km, adding 12,00014,000 buses, developing six multimodal transport hubs, 11 rail projects, and 13 major road expansions. Housing plans involve relocating and rehabilitating 90 per cent of eligible slum dwellers by 2036 and constructing 45 lakh affordable homes, including 1 lakh hostel units for industrial workers. Policy updates will cover semiconductors, industrial housing, MSME development, and tourism. Three bodies will oversee execution: a Governing Council chaired by the Chief Minister, a State Steering Committee chaired by the Chief Secretary, and a Pune Growth Hub Steering Committee with PMRDAs Project Management Cell. The planning process began on August 1, 2025, under NITI Aayogs Growth Hub initiative. NITI Aayog, the Government of Maharashtra, and the Pune International Centre (PIC) jointly drafted it, covering jurisdictions under PMC, PCMC, and PMRDA.
Poland border village on edge as Russian drone threat sparks fresh fears
Residents in eastern Poland are facing growing anxiety as drone and missile alerts disrupt daily life near the Ukrainian border. Recent attacks have prompted stronger air defences, school safety measures and renewed calls for improved civil preparedness across vulnerable communities
Seoul accuses Ukraine of breaking confidentiality deal over North Korean POWs
South Korea demanded an official apology from Ukraine after President Zelenskyy disclosed the transfer of two North Korean POWs to Seoul. The dispute centers on an alleged confidentiality agreement, amid concerns over the soldiers' safety and North Korea's growing military ties with Russia
Russia-Ukraine war: 28 injured in Kharkiv strike, two killed in Kyiv region
At least 28 people, including nine children, were injured in a Russian strike on Kharkiv, Zelenskyy said. Two people were killed in the Kyiv region. Russia said it intercepted 254 Ukrainian drones, while both sides reported damage to infrastructure and other targets.
Pune's Chakan, Hinjewadi to get Rs 1,826 cr infrastructure push
Officials said work on several projects is expected to begin from December, with the administration aiming to improve traffic management and stormwater drainage in Chakan before the next monsoon
Bamboo Pitched as Green Gold for Rural India at Mumbai Summit
Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma addresses the inaugural session of the Bamboo Economy & Sustainability Summit 2026 at The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake on Sunday. Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 28:
Vikram Solar secures 400 MW module supply order from renowned EPC customer
Vikram Solar has secured a 400 MW module supply order from a highly reputed EPC player for a portfolio of decentralised solar projects being developed across multiple locations in Maharashtra.
Israeli PM Netanyahu reportedly makes secret UAE visit over Iran issue
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly made a secret UAE visit for talks with President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, with Iran among the key issues. Neither government confirmed the latest report, amid heightened West Asia tensions and conflicting accounts over an earlier reported visit
Asian Games Medallist Rudrankksh Patil Gets Grand Thane Reception
Indian sport shooter Rudrankksh Patil, a multiple medallist at the ongoing Asian Games, was given a grand civic reception in his hometown of Thane. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde praised his achievements, which include bronze and silver medals at the recent games, and highlighted his inspiring journey for young athletes. The article also notes his past and future successes, including a silver at the 2026 Asian Games.
El Nino threatens rabi crops in rainfed areas, may hit output: Agri Secy
Minister Chouhan says teams to visit Maharashtra & Karnataka soon to assess the drought impact
CBDT extends ITR filing deadline for audit taxpayers to November 21
The CBDT has extended the income-tax return filing deadline for taxpayers covered under audit provisions for AY 2026-27 from October 31 to November 21. The deadline for furnishing tax audit reports has also been extended from September 30 to October 21
Drought: Farmers to get financial aid after crop loss reports, says Bawankule
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said farmers in the drought-affected areas will not receive immediate financial assistance. He said aid will be released after detailed crop loss panchnamas are completed to ensure accurate assessment and compensation for eligible farmers
Mastermind Of Rs 40 Lakh Overseas Job Visa Fraud Arrested
Delhi Police have arrested Shantaram Barku Shelke, the alleged mastermind behind a Rs 40 lakh visa fraud conspiracy that duped 41 individuals seeking overseas jobs in Russia and Israel. Shelke, proprietor of M/s SS Overseas Travels Agency, issued fake documents and evaded authorities before being apprehended in Nalasopara, Maharashtra.
Five arrested near RAF Fairford in suspected Iran-linked plot
Five men were arrested near RAF Fairford after suspicious vans and suspected explosives were found, prompting a counter-terror investigation into a possible Iran link. Authorities evacuated nearby residents while examining the vehicles and assessing the potential threat
MPSC State Services Mains Exam Date 2026 - Check Schedule PDF at mpsc.gov.in
MPSC State Services Mains Exam Date 2026: Maharashtra Public Service Commission has announced the Rajyaseva Main Examination 2026 schedule for 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 17, 18, 31 October and 1 November 2026. Check the Question Cum Answer Booklet format, On Screen Marking process, exam dates and important instructions.
