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Maharashtra Cracks Down on Ola, Uber Over Alleged Coercive Tip Demands

The decision comes on the backdrop of concerns raised by Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) MP Shrikant Shinde regarding app-based taxi and ride-hailing services. These companies are involved in practices such as coercing passengers for tips, forcing additional charges and financially exploiting passengers by taking advantage of their difficult situations.

Deccan Chronicle 11 Jun 2026 11:03 pm

Eight public sector banks add 13,223 employees in FY26; SBI largest recruiter

The eight banks include SBI, Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank, Punjab National Bank, Bank of India, Indian Bank, UCO Bank, and Bank of Maharashtra

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 11:02 pm

Pune: CJP protests over NEET paper leak, demand Pradhan`s resignation

The protest was led by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, who demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in the NEET examination process

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 10:54 pm

BMC orders police cases against BLOs skipping SIR duty

The Times of India 11 Jun 2026 10:53 pm

Flat gutted and eight injured in fire in Juhu building

The Times of India 11 Jun 2026 10:33 pm

'Remark on male corpses private parts': Maharashtra Police summons Dr Sejal Pawar; case filed against Pranit More, Himanshu Jangra

Maharashtra Cyber police have filed a case against comedian Pranit More, web developer Himanshu Jangra, and others for allegedly circulating obscene content. The controversy stems from remarks made during a comedy show that allegedly glorified coercion and trivialized consent, with further offensive comments made about medical cadavers. Summons have been issued for questioning.

The Times of India 11 Jun 2026 9:41 pm

Maharashtra police register case against comedian Pranit More, others over 370 biryani remark

National Commission for Women (NCW) also summoned Mr. More and Mr. Jangra, taking suo motu cognisance of media reports and a viral video of the show

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 8:31 pm

Comedy show row: Pranit, others face FIR over 'objectionable remarks'

Maharashtra Cyber has filed a First Information Report (FIR) against stand-up comedian Pranit More in the controversy over his recent Gurugram show.

NewsBytes 11 Jun 2026 8:12 pm

CR`s Solapur Division completes future-ready upgrades at Tikekarwad

The works were carried out during recently completed traffic blocks and form part of the division`s ongoing efforts to modernise railway infrastructure and prepare for future growth in passenger and freight traffic

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 6:50 pm

MHT CET 2026 result declared for Management, Hospitality and Nursing Courses: Check details here

The State CET Cell, Maharashtra has declared the MHT CET 2026 results for courses including BHMCT, BCA, BBA, BMS and BSc Nursing. Candidates can check their scores on the official website. Those shortlisted in the merit list will now move to the counselling stage, which includes online choice filling and seat allocation.

The Times of India 11 Jun 2026 6:37 pm

India condemns attack on vessel off Oman coast; 3 crew members missing

According to an official statement, the MEA stated that the vessel was attacked earlier on the day, prompting an immediate search and rescue operation involving Oman authorities

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 6:19 pm

SC refuses to halt rajya sabha polls, to hear natarajan plea on June 12

The Supreme Court refused to halt the Rajya Sabha election process in Madhya Pradesh but agreed to hear Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajans plea on June 12 challenging the rejection of her nomination

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 6:18 pm

Kuwait reopens airspace after temporary closure amid escalating tensions

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said that on Thursday that air traffic had returned to normal following the resolution of circumstances that led to the temporary closure

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 4:18 pm

Third Indian vessel incident reported off Oman in 3 days: Indian Embassy

The development comes after a fire aboard MT Marivex on June 8 and an attack on MT Settebello on June 10, in which three Indian seafarers lost their lives

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 3:33 pm

MHT CET 2026 Results Out For Computer Applications, Business Administration

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, will conduct the MHT CET counselling soon for BCA, BBA, Nursing and other courses.

NDTV 11 Jun 2026 3:32 pm

Skill-based education is essential for creating future-ready youth, says Maharashtra Education Commissioner

At the 20th anniversary of Lend A Hand India in Pune, Maharashtra Education Commissioner Sachindra Pratap Singh urged a shift from purely academic learning to skill-based education to improve employability. He emphasized vocational training, experiential learning and stronger industry collaboration to prepare students for evolving job markets. Speakers, including industrialist Prataprao Pawar, highlighted AI-driven changes and adaptability. The event showcased LAHIs two-decade impact, skill labs and its reach across millions of students nationwide across India.

The Times of India 11 Jun 2026 3:28 pm

Maharashtra govt supports consortium including Cleveland Clinic to develop Navi Mumbai medicity

The project is expected to attract approximately $ 1.2 billion in investment and generate over 10,000 direct jobs

The Hindu Businessline 11 Jun 2026 3:19 pm

Maharashtra: Heatwave continues as Brahmpuri records temperature at 45.5 degees

Scattered rain provided temporary relief in parts of Vidarbha, but heatwave conditions persisted with Brahmpuri recording 45.5 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, the IMD has forecast partly cloudy skies, light rain and thundershowers for Mumbai, with hot and humid conditions expected to continue

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 3:19 pm

Calcutta HC grants interim relief to Abhishek Banerjee in signature forgery case

Calcutta High Court granted Abhishek Banerjee temporary protection from coercive action in a signature forgery case while directing him to appear before the Criminal Investigation Department for questioning

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 3:16 pm

Kuwait reopens airspace after Iranian attacks trigger temporary shutdown

Kuwait reopened its airspace to commercial flights after a temporary shutdown triggered by the latest Iranian attacks. The Gulf nation said its air defences engaged hostile aerial targets and strongly condemned Tehran`s repeated strikes amid escalating regional tensions

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 3:10 pm

Pune gym owner shot at, attacked with sharp weapon; four detained

According to police, four men allegedly opened fire on Yogesh Mahesh Banekar before chasing and assaulting him with an axe-like weapon. Banekar is currently undergoing treatment in hospital and is responding to treatment

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 2:42 pm

'I was very naive': Doctor apologises for joking about male corpses private parts on Pranit Mores stand-up show

A fresh controversy surrounds comedian Pranit More's show after a video of Dr. Sejal Pawar discussing jokes about male cadavers during post-mortems surfaced. Pawar has since apologized, acknowledging the disrespectful interpretation of her words and taking full responsibility for the incident.

The Times of India 11 Jun 2026 2:39 pm

US Defense Secretary warns Iran: Well negotiate with bombs if talks fail

Hegseth said the Trump administration remains committed to reaching a diplomatic agreement with Iran but warned that military pressure would continue if negotiations remain deadlocked

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 12:34 pm

Maharashtra CET 2026 PCM Result Live Updates: Final Answer Key Out, 1st Attempt Scorecard Download Link Soon

MHT CET PCM Result Live Updates: The cell has released the final answer key PDF for the second attempt on June 9, addressing and accepting 14 challenges.

NDTV 11 Jun 2026 12:29 pm

UNSC debate: India announces USD 2.5 million aid for Palestine refugees

India`s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, announced that India will soon provide USD 2.5 million to the UNRWA as the first instalment of its annual USD 5 million contribution

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 12:25 pm

After surpassing Nehrus record, PM Modi thanks world leaders for support

Leaders from countries including the United States, Singapore, Israel, Germany, Italy, Bhutan and Guyana extended their congratulations after Modi surpassed the record previously held by India`s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 12:08 pm

Kerala on health alert as Kozhikode man tests positive in preliminary screening

The patient, currently on ventilator support at Government Medical College, had initially sought treatment at a private hospital. Samples have been sent to the National Institute of Virology (NIV) in Pune for confirmation

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 11:53 am

Iran retaliates after new US strikes, targets Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan

The US Central Command said American forces had completed a new wave of strikes before sunrise on Thursday, targeting what it described as Iranian military surveillance systems, communication networks and air defence installations

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 11:44 am

Ukraine launches deep strikes into Russia, targets military factory

Ukraine carried out long-range attacks on key military and energy targets deep inside Russia, including a drone antenna factory and an oil refinery, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. Moscow claimed it intercepted 326 Ukrainian drones in one of the war`s largest overnight attacks

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 11:20 am

Mumbai court grants relief to customs broker and importer arrested for psychotropic export

A Mumbai court granted relief to a customs house agent and importer arrested for allegedly attempting to export psychotropic substances. Customs seized 10,000 Chlordiazepoxide tablets, exceeding the commercial quantity limit. The court released the accused citing non-compliance with legal provisions during arrest, while investigations into the wider export network continue.

The Times of India 11 Jun 2026 11:15 am

India raises concern over attacks on merchant vessels at UNSC amid Iran tensions

The Indian envoy underscored that nearly 10 million Indian citizens live and work across the Gulf region, making their safety and welfare a key priority for New Delhi

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 10:59 am

Ex-insurance staff held for Rs 24L loan scam using customer data

A former insurance employee and an associate were nabbed in Haryana for a Rs 24 lakh loan fraud. The accused allegedly tricked policyholders, accessed their OTPs, and manipulated company systems to divert funds to mule accounts. The scam unraveled after a customer reported an unauthorized loan notification. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend a second employee.

The Times of India 11 Jun 2026 10:55 am

UNSC debate: India condemns attacks on merchant vessels, stresses Gulf stability

Speaking at a UNSC debate, India`s Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, condemned attacks on commercial shipping and called for restraint, dialogue and diplomacy

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 10:49 am

Bihar man beaten to death after objecting to Mahayajna banner being torn

A 56-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death in Bihar`s Kushinagar district after objecting to youths tearing a Mahayajna banner. Police have launched an investigation, deployed additional security, and sent the body for post-mortem examination

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 10:10 am

DR Congo Ebola cases rise to 635, recoveries reach 30: Govt

The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported 635 confirmed Ebola cases as the Bundibugyo virus outbreak continues. Health officials say recoveries are increasing, while the Africa CDC warns of operational challenges and resource shortage

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 9:20 am

18 killed in southern Lebanon as cross-border fighting with Israel continues

At least 18 people were killed and several injured in southern Lebanon as cross-border fighting between Israel and Hezbollah escalated. Fresh strikes, drone attacks and diplomatic appeals come despite a ceasefire and growing regional tensions

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 9:18 am

mid-day Opinion: This King is 75 today

Celebrating West Indian Collis King, the man whose entertaining knock of 86 in the 1979 World Cup final against England was as significant if not more than Viv Richardss match-winning century

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 9:02 am

Humanoid robot Pemba scales Ecuador`s Chimborazo volcano

A modified Unitree G1 humanoid robot named Pemba has successfully climbed Ecuador`s 20,341-foot Chimborazo volcano, marking the first phase of an ambitious robotics expedition that could eventually include an attempt to scale Mount Everest

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 8:45 am

China using ChatGPT to target US AI debate: Report

China-linked actors allegedly used ChatGPT to generate content aimed at influencing US debates on AI infrastructure and tariffs, according to OpenAI`s latest threat report. US lawmakers have accused Beijing of exploiting America`s open political system to shape public opinion

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 8:42 am

US launches fresh strikes on Iran, Trump warns of stronger military action

The United States launched a fresh round of strikes on multiple targets in Iran, with President Donald Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth warning that military pressure would intensify unless Tehran agrees to a nuclear deal with Washington

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 8:39 am

Taiwan fires HIMARS rockets into Taiwan Strait during military drill

Taiwan`s military fired US-supplied HIMARS rockets into the Taiwan Strait during a live-fire exercise, marking the first such drill in the strategic waterway. The exercise showcased the island`s defence capabilities amid ongoing tensions with China

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 8:34 am

US controls Hormuz, over 100 million oil barrels moved through, says Hegseth

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said American forces have effectively secured the Strait of Hormuz, protecting the movement of over 100 million barrels of oil amid tensions with Iran. He claimed the US has maintained a largely undisclosed maritime operation in the region

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 8:32 am

Meenakshi Natarajans RS nomination rejection wrong: Congress

The Congress has approached the Election Commission seeking an immediate reversal of the rejection of Meenakshi Natarajan`s Rajya Sabha nomination from Madhya Pradesh. The party termed the order egregious and alleged it undermines democratic principles

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 8:30 am

Four dead as car plunges into gorge in Mussoorie

According to the police, four people, including two women, were killed after their car fell into a deep gorge in the Jharipani area on Mussoorie

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 8:28 am

12 killed in Johannesburg mass shooting

At least 12 people were killed and nine others injured in a mass shooting in Cleveland, a suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa. Police have launched a manhunt for more than 10 suspects as investigations into the deadly attack continue

Mid Day 11 Jun 2026 8:26 am

Cabbie thrashes 70-yr-old man for objecting to spitting on road in Thane, video goes viral

Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and deputy CM Eknath Shinde direct police to take strict action against the accused

The Times of India 11 Jun 2026 12:41 am

Bomb Threat Emails Trigger Security Alert Across Maharashtra

The email claimed that the RSS had supported the 1984 Operation Bluestar and Operation Woodrose, and called for badla (revenge) along with the end of the BJP and the RSS, they said.

Deccan Chronicle 11 Jun 2026 12:21 am

Two injured after BEST bus brushes them in Mumbai

The Times of India 11 Jun 2026 12:00 am

No raids till further orders: Maharashtra tells Bombay HC in Patanjali labelling case

The Maharashtra government has assured the Bombay High Court it will halt raids and confiscations concerning ayurvedic product labels. This comes after Patanjali Ayurved and Divya Pharmacy challenged the state's actions. The companies argue that indication labelling is a common industry practice.

The Economic Times 10 Jun 2026 11:21 pm

Banana Plantations Bear Brunt As Weather Damages 61,000 Hectares In Maharashtra

Mr Bharane chaired a high-level review meeting at Mantralaya to assess the damage caused to fruit crops by stormy winds and unseasonal weather.

Deccan Chronicle 10 Jun 2026 11:01 pm

After long wait, mobile networks begin activation on Mumbai Metro 3 underground route

Great news for Mumbai Metro 3 riders. The Aqua Line is now witnessing a revival in mobile connectivity, following a breakthrough agreement between the MMRC and telecom companies. As Vodafone signals make their entrance underground, users can expect other networks to roll out soon.

The Times of India 10 Jun 2026 10:32 pm

Nobody Can Forget Anti-Sikh Riots Under Congress Regime: Fadnavis

Mr Mahajan, Maharashtra's Disaster Management Minister and a close aide of Mr Fadnavis, attended the 42nd anniversary commemoration of Operation Blue Star at the headquarters of the Damdami Taksal in Mehta Chowk in Punjab's Amritsar district on June 6.

Deccan Chronicle 10 Jun 2026 10:14 pm

On Air India crash anniversary, AAIB report may reveal cause of fuel cutoff switch movement seconds after take-off

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau is set to release a report on the Air India Boeing 787 accident anniversary. The report is expected to shed light on why fuel cutoff switches moved seconds after lift-off, potentially revealing whether it was pilot action or a technical malfunction.

The Times of India 10 Jun 2026 10:03 pm

Maharashtra Muslim leaders to form task force against hate crime

Mumbai: In an effort to provide immediate and effective assistance to victims of hate crimes in Maharashtra, Muslim organisations, civil society groups, community leaders and legal experts have announced the launch of task forces. The decision was made on June 8 during a meeting organised by the Federation of Maharashtra Muslims (FMM) at Mumbais Islam 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 10 Jun 2026 9:58 pm