6 senior NCP leaders meet Amit Shah, demand Finance Ministry portfolio in Maharashtra
Amid political turmoil, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has intensified in Maharashtra as six senior leaders from the Ajit Pawar faction met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi. Among them were Dhananjay Munde,...
A bank robbery occurred in Bhokar village of Maharashtra, where four men stole cash and gold. The robbery unfolded during standard banking hours and involved violence against staff and a warning shot fired. Villagers and employees coordinated a pursuit after the gang attempted to flee on motorcycles. The police arrested all four suspects and recovered the stolen money and gold within hours.
KMEW Wins Largest-Ever Dredging Order Worth Rs 303.17 Crore
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 2: Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Limited (KMEW) has secured its largest dredging order in the Companys history by receiving a Letter of Acceptance from New
Shiv Sena (UBT) slams fuel, LPG price hikes as 'cruel Diwali gift' to public
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 2 (IANS) The Shiv Sena (UBT) on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Centre over fuel and gas price hikes, terming them a cruel Diwali gift for citizens already struggling with drought and inflation. In an editorial in the party mouthpiece Saamana, the Thackeray camp accused the government of driving ordinary citizens into severe financial distress while Maharashtra grapples with drought and rampant inflation. The editorial highlighted the grim reality facing common citizens and farmers across Maharashtra. Almost the entire state of Maharashtra is scorched by a severe drought. Farmers have no crops in their fields, and common citizens have no money left in their pockets. People were holding onto their modest savings, hoping to bring a little sweetness into their childrens lives during Diwali. However, the government's hike in CNG and Commercial LPG rates has poured cold water over those last remaining hopes, claimed the editorial. The editorial asked, Do the rulers want the public to refrain from celebrating Diwali altogether this year? The editorial detailed the exact economic burdens imposed on the common man. In the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), CNG prices have been increased by Re 1 per kg -- marking the 6th price hike in the last 6 months alone. Commercial LPG cylinder prices have been raised by Rs 10, it said. The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena mocked the government's defence of keeping domestic cylinder prices unchanged, pointing out that hiking commercial gas directly increases the cost of dining out, hotel food, restaurant meals, and ready-made Diwali snacks and sweets brought home. It recalled that in May, commercial cylinder prices were hiked by a massive Rs 1,000. The token reduction that followed was merely a farce, as prices are rising again. The editorial highlighted the compounding economic strain from global and domestic factors. Driven by drought conditions and the Iran-America conflict, food inflation has hit a staggering 7.74 per cent. Prices of daily staples, pulses, and grains have escalated to the point where they feel like luxury items. The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) decision to raise the repo rate has pushed up interest rates, leading to higher EMIs across all personal loans and mortgages, remarked the editorial. Targeting the political leadership, the Thackeray camp criticised the hypocrisy of government rhetoric. Fuel and commodity prices were artificially held back for political self-interest until elections in five states concluded. Now, the 'horse of inflation' has broken loose. Rulers who boasted about reining in fuel prices despite global Gulf War tensions have turned completely unbridled regarding inflation post-elections. While the Prime Minister urges citizens to practice austerity, the government creates a system that leaves no money in the public's pockets, it alleged.
Portugal Job Promise Turns Costly As Thane Friends Lose Rs 7.59 Lakh In Recruitment Fraud
Thane: Two friends from Thane, Maharashtra, allegedly lost Rs 7.59 lakh after being duped by an individual who promised to arrange lucrative employment opportunities in Portugal. The accused reportedly collected money from the victims on the pretext of completing recruitment formalities and processing their visas. According to police officials, the complainant, a 38-year-old resident of []
EAM S Jaishankar meets Indian diplomats during Atlanta visit
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met eight Indian Consuls General in Atlanta, along with Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra, to discuss India-US relations and new initiatives in trade, innovation, education and community outreach
Premier Explosives Open Offer Oversubscribed as Apollo Micro Systems Deposits Rs 986 Crore
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 2: Apollo Micro Systems Limited (AMSL) has announced the deposit of 986.35 crore into a special escrow account with State Bank of India towards the acquisition
Andhra Pradesh braces for Cyclone Murasu as NDRF teams arrive from Tamil Nadu
The NDRF has deployed three teams from its 4th battalion in Tamil Nadu to Andhra Pradesh to lead rescue and relief operations as Cyclone Murasu approaches the coast. The IMD has classified the system as a severe cyclonic storm
Trump and Netanyahu discuss Iran as Israel pushes for possible military action
An Israeli source described the conversation as tough, while a US source characterised it as direct.
We do it even better: Trump says US outperforms China, Russia in spy operation
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Traffic crawls in major parts of Delhi due to road closure near ramlila maidan
Despite sharing the news about the taffic restrictions and diversins, Delhi experienced major traffic curbs at several stretches, leading to long awaiting lines and a big block on the road
MH SET Answer Key 2026 Out at setexam.unipune.ac.in - Download Response Sheet and Raise Objection
MH SET Answer Key 2026 has been released by SPPU for the 41st Maharashtra State Eligibility Test conducted on 25 October 2026. Download the provisional answer key and response sheet at setexam.unipune.ac.in. Raise objections online with supporting PDF evidence by paying 200 per challenged question or answer.
Ukraine and Russia report cyberattacks on emergency alert systems amid war
The loudspeaker alert system was also compromised, broadcasting similar messages across the streets of Kyiv
Russia-Ukraine war: Civilians fear attacks as Kherson ceasefire nears end
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Ajay Devgn has filed a petition with the Bombay High Court in response to a notice from the Maharashtra FDA regarding his appearance in Vimal Elaichi ads. The FDA contends that these ads promote a banned product. Commissioner Tukaram Munde affirmed that legal procedures will be followed. Read on!
Ved Rahi, director of Gul Gulshan Gulfam, passes away
Rajkot police register FIR against 38 following late-night hotel raid
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Soft robotic moth uses UV light to fabricate electronic sensors on demand
Researchers have developed an soft robotic moth capable of fabricating its own electronic sensors when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light. The autonomous robot navigates towards UV sources, triggering a precise photochemical reaction that prints functional sensor circuits on demand.
Iran sets four conditions for reopening Strait of Hormuz within two days
The Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced ongoing talks with Qatari mediators to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and proposes several conditions on the US to reopen the strait
Maharashtra: Proposed felling of 32,000 trees for Raigad project sparks concerns
Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik says he is reviewing the project to maximise tree preservation and compensatory plantation
Cheers to FDA for move against expired products
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Manipur protests erupt after bodies of two missing youths are found
The bodies of two youths who went missing from Taphou Kuki village in Manipur's Kangpokpi district on October 29, were found in a hilly area of neighbouring Senapati district on Sunday. Following the discovery, protesters alleged that the youths had been abducted and killed by Naga militants
Jammu-Born Writer and Filmmaker Ved Rahi Dies at 93
SRINAGAR: Eminent Dogri and Hindi writer, screenwriter and filmmaker Ved Rahi died at his residence in Maharashtras Thane district on Sunday morning. He was 93. A recipient of the Sahitya Akademi Fellowship, one of the highest distinctions in Indian literature, Rahi made significant contributions to literature, Hindi cinema and television, earning recognition across the country. []
Sri Lanka Navy catches seven Indian fishermen allegedly fishing illegally
The Sri Lanka Navy on Sunday apprehended seven Indian fishermen and seized their trawler over alleged poaching in the island nation's territorial waters. According to the Navy, its North Central Naval Command spotted several Indian fishing trawlers allegedly entering Sri Lankan waters
UDP chief resigns amid party MLAs joining BJP and NPP
The United Democratic Party's president resigned after 11 of its MLA joined BJP, leaving him the only one in the as the UDPs sole legislator in the state Assembly
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026: Registration closes today for 138 vacant MBBS and BDS seats
Telangana cops bust illegal oocyte trade, rescue 43 women
The cops busted the illegal egg extraction racket and rescue 43 women, some said they were given hormonal injections and medicines in connection with the proposed procedures
Mumbai-Bengaluru Vande Bharat Train: Bookings Open; Check Schedule, Halts, Fare And Other Details
According to the Ministry of Railways, the service is aimed at improving connectivity between Maharashtra and Karnataka. The South Western Railway Zone will be operatingand maintaining the train.
GST mop-up grows 23 % to over Rs 2.31 lakh Crore in October
New Delhi, Nov 1: GST collections jumped 23 per cent year-on-year to the second-highest level of over Rs 2.31 lakh crore in October as festive buying boosted domestic demand, according to government data released on Sunday. October is the second consecutive month when monthly gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) crossed Rs 2 lakh crore, and second only to the record about Rs 2.43 lakh crore mop-up in April. Also, the 22.9 per cent year-on-year growth clocked during the month is the fastest recorded pace of gross mop-up in the current fiscal year. Gross GST collections from domestic sales rose 16 per cent to over Rs 1.59 lakh crore, and revenues from imports climbed 42 per cent to Rs 72,246 crore. The Rs 2.31 lakh crore collection includes Central GST mop-up of 42,935 crore, State GST of Rs 51,340 crore and Integrated GST of over Rs 1.37 lakh crore, data showed. Goods and Services Tax (GST) refunds increased 6.5 per cent year-on-year to Rs 27,934 crore in October. After adjusting for refunds, net GST collections rose 26 per cent to over Rs 2.03 lakh crore in October. In April-October, gross GST collection grew 13.2 per cent to over Rs 14.77 lakh crore. Net collections rose 13 per cent to over Rs 12.69 lakh crore. Grant Thornton Bharat, Partner and Tax Controversy Management Leader, Manoj Mishra said October collections capture the festive-season demand cycle, which typically brings higher consumer spending, retail activity and movement of goods across sectors. The performance across key states, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, also points to continued strength in GST collections across major economic centres. The focus now should be on sustaining domestic revenue growth and ensuring that the benefits of GST 2.0 translate into stronger compliance, smoother input tax credit flows and faster refunds for businesses, Mishra said. EY India Tax Partner, Saurabh Agarwal, said the GST collections for October 2026 reflect the continued resilience of the Indian economy, despite persistent global headwinds. The steady month-on-month rise in revenue indicates strong underlying consumption and improving compliance. Looking ahead, the festive season should keep demand buoyant, and collections for the coming month are likely to remain strong. Businesses should use this period to keep their compliance and reconciliation processes robust, so that the benefits of this growth are sustained, Agarwal said. Deloitte Partner Indirect Tax Mahesh Jaising said the sustained revenue buoyancy, despite bold rate cuts mid last year, is providing the confidence and headroom for the GST Council to continue with the reform express. The recent 57th GST Council meeting reflects this reform momentum, with the reform agenda increasingly focused on simplification, faster refunds, smoother credit flows and reducing friction for taxpayers. The GST reform express continues to gather pace, supported by an increasingly strong and resilient revenue base backed by a robust technology platform. With festive season sales now underway, it is expected that the momentum would continue, Jaising said. Price Waterhouse & Co LLP Partner Nitin Vijaivergia said the collection reflects strong revenue momentum. Domestic collections grew 15.8 per cent, signalling healthy consumption and economic activity, and import revenues surged 42.2 per cent, highlighting the increasing contribution of imports to overall GST revenues. AKM Global, Lead, Indirect Taxation, Ikesh Nagpal said collections coincide with the festive season, increased consumer spending and post-GST 2.0 price rationalisation, potentially supporting demand across several sectors. The broader significance lies in the fact that GST is increasingly serving not just as a revenue instrument but also as a reflection of economic formalisation and business activity, Nagpal said.
Nita Ambani Performs Groundbreaking Ceremony for
Mumbai, November 1, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Reliance Foundation Founder and Chairperson Nita Ambani performed the groundbreaking ceremony for Nita Mukesh Ambani Anant Ashray in Karjat, Maharashtra, on Sunday. Nita Ambani Performs Groundbreaking Ceremony for Nita Mukesh Ambani Anant Ashray; Over 5,000 People to Get a Home
Rahul says Gyanesh Kumar would be removed, warns PM Modi, Shah they are next after CEC,
New Delhi, Nov 1: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Sunday warned Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah that they would face consequences over alleged electoral irregularities, declaring that Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar would be removed from office and sent to jail. Addressing the INDIA blocs Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao rally at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi, Rahul Gandhi said, After Gyanesh, you are next, reports The Times of India (TOI). Gyanesh Kumar will be removed as CEC, he will go to jail, he said. This is not an ordinary theft. This is treason, Rahul Gandhi said, accusing the BJP of stealing votes in several state Assembly elections and the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. He alleged that electoral manipulation had taken place in Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra and Karnataka, besides the 2024 general elections. The Congress leader said the INDIA bloc would not allow democracy to be destroyed or the Constitution to be undermined. The rally was organised to protest against alleged electoral irregularities and demand the resignation of the CEC. Opposition parties have repeatedly accused the BJP of benefiting from alleged manipulation of electoral rolls and electronic voting machines (EVMs), charges the ruling party has rejected. Opposition leaders march to Ramlila Maidan The INDIA blocs Chalo Dilli march began from the Minto Road-Connaught Place junction, with Opposition leaders, including Farooq Abdullah, former Chief Minister of J&K, Mehbooba Mufti, former chief minister of J&K, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, who also spoke to the crowd, voicing save the constitution at the Ramlila Maidan. Press Trust of India reported Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday said the Ramlila Maidan has turned into the Haldighati of democracy with a massive turnout of people and asserted that this is indicative of change that is in the offing, as he asserted that those who came to power at the Centre through Uttar Pradesh will also exit from there. Taking a dig at the BJP, Yadav said those who speak of having a firm, immovable stance -- likening it to the unshakeable foot of Angad -- should consider where they would even place that foot, given that there is no ground left to stand on. Addressing the INDIA bloc rally at Delhis Ramlila Maidan against vote chori, Akhilesh referred to the recent MLC polls and said the people of Kashi (Varanasi) have reduced the double-engine government to a double zero. The rally followed the Oppositions mock impeachment proceedings against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, held on Saturday at the residence of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. The latest confrontation comes amid the Oppositions continuing allegations of vote chori and its objections to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in several states. Rahul alleges BJP forced shops shut Rahul Gandhi also accused the BJP of forcibly shutting shops in Connaught Place, alleging that the move caused losses to local traders. According to the Press Trust of India (PTI), Rahul Gandhi made the allegation in a video recorded while he was travelling in an open vehicle towards the Minto Road-Connaught Place junction. He said the INDIA bloc had appealed to people attending the rally to shop at local markets during the festive season to support traders. But upon reaching Connaught Place, we learned that the BJP has forcibly shut down all the shops. The country is watching how the BJP is causing loss to the shopkeepers, Gandhi said. On Saturday night, he had urged people travelling to Delhi for the march and rally to purchase goods from local shops ahead of Diwali, Chhath and Bhai Dooj. Rahul Gandhi had accused the BJP of spreading rumours that the Oppositions programme would hurt businesses, saying the rally and shopping could take place together. Nearly 10,000 police and paramilitary personnel were deployed in central Delhi for the rally, while more than 200 CCTV cameras were installed in the area, Hindustan Times reported. Police said arrangements had been made to facilitate the march and manage crowds at the venue. While the INDIA bloc expected a large turnout from different states, police preparations were based on Ramlila Maidans capacity of around 50,000 people, with any overflow to be managed on surrounding streets. The Oppositions campaign against the CEC gathered momentum after a report by The Indian Express last month said Election Commissioners had objected to decisions taken by the CEC on 14 occasions over a 10-month period. The Election Commission maintained that its decisions had been unanimous.
Taxi driver killed, couple injured in Reasi accident
Ramban, Nov 1:One person was killed while a couple sustained grievous injuries in a head-on collision between a passenger bus and a taxi near Saldi Bhaga on the Reasi-Katra road on Sunday evening. According to Police, a Swift Dzire taxi, bearing registration number JK20C-2556, collided with a bus, bearing registration number JK02DP-9374, coming from the opposite direction, resulting in the death of the taxi driver and injuries to two passengers travelling in the vehicle. The deceased was identified as Yashpal Sharma (around 50), son of late Bansi Lal Sharma and a resident of Karua, Reasi. He was driving the taxi at the time of the accident. The injured passengers were identified as Jatinder Sharma (32), son of Prithvi Nath Sharma and his wife Pooja Gupta (31), both residents of Mumbai, Maharashtra. They were reportedly returning to Katra after paying obeisance at the Shiv Khori shrine when the accident occurred. Both injured persons were shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment, while the body of the deceased was taken to the District Hospital for medico-legal formalities. Police have taken cognisance of the incident and initiated further proceedings.
PM Modi to inaugurate Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 in Delhi today
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 2 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Monday and address the gathering, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said. The four-day summit, scheduled to be held from November 2 to 5, will bring together global policymakers, investors, financial institutions and industry leaders to promote investment, innovation and international partnerships in the renewable energy sector. The theme of the summit is Invest. Innovate. Inspire. According to the PMO, Bharat RE 2026 will attract participants from more than 130 countries, including over 40 Ministers. It will serve as a global platform for clean energy investment, industry engagement and technology partnerships. Nine countries and regional groupings -- Australia, Denmark, the European Union, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and the United Kingdom -- will participate as Country Partners. Thirteen states and Union Territories will also showcase their renewable energy potential, investment opportunities and manufacturing capabilities at the summit. These include Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. The summit will be organised alongside the 9th Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly and the 4th International Conference on Green Hydrogen (ICGH), bringing three major clean energy platforms together. While Bharat RE will focus on investment, industry and technology partnerships across the clean energy sector, the ISA Assembly will work towards advancing international cooperation in solar energy, including finance and institutional capacity. The International Conference on Green Hydrogen, meanwhile, will focus on green hydrogen technologies, investment and large-scale deployment. Together, these three platforms are expected to strengthen international cooperation and accelerate the deployment of clean energy solutions. Building on the legacy of RE-INVEST, India's flagship renewable energy investment summit, Bharat RE 2026 will provide an expanded platform for global engagement across the clean energy sector. The summit will feature plenary sessions, ministerial discussions, CEO roundtables and country and state sessions. It will also facilitate business-to-business, business-to-government and government-to-government engagements to promote investments, partnerships and project development. The accompanying Expo will feature more than 400 exhibitors showcasing advanced technologies, Indian manufacturing capabilities and clean energy solutions. The exhibits will cover a wide range of sectors, including solar and wind power, green hydrogen, energy storage and other emerging areas of renewable energy.
Bengal vs Maharashtra Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch Ranji Trophy Match In India
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Aahen Meitram secures Maharashtra berth for 64th National Roller Skating Meet
Aahen Meitram, a professional roller hockey player currently residing in Pune, has successfully cleared the National Selection Trials to represent Maharashtra at the upcoming 64th National Roller Skating Championship The prestigious national event is scheduled to take place from December 5 to 15, 2026, in Bengaluru Organized by the Skating Association of Maharashtra SAM , the selection trials were held today, November 1, 2026, at the Meenatai Skating Rink in Pimpri br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e paolive net galleries images News Related 2026 11 Aahen 20261102 jpg border 1 alt Aahen Meitram secures Maharashtra berth for 64th National Roller Skating Meet td tr tr td align center Aahen Meitram secures Maharashtra berth for 64th National Roller Skating Meet td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br Aahen secured her place in the State squad after navigating intense competition at both the district and State levels Notably, her team clinched the gold medal at the recent Pune District Skating Competition She will compete in the Cadet Girls Quads Category 9 12 years and stands out as the youngest player in the lineup, according to the Roller Skating Federation of India RSFI format This marks the second consecutive year that the young prodigy has qualified through the national selection trials Aahen currently trains at the Speed Wheels Skating Club in Pashan under the expert guidance of coach Abhijeet Chaudhary She is the daughter of Dr Meitram Niraj Luwang and Ambica Shougrakpam, and has a sibling Niami Meitram Source The Sangai Express
K'taka govt opposes Maharashtra's Krishna-Bhima river water diversion plan
Digital Desk | Vijayapura (Karnataka), Nov 2 (IANS) Karnataka Large and Medium Industries and Vijayapura District In-charge Minister M.B. Patil has objected to Maharashtra's proposed plan to divert 40 TMC feet of floodwater from the Krishna river to the Bhima river, saying the project could seriously affect Karnataka's interests. Questioning the legal basis of the proposed project, Patil on Sunday demanded that the Centre clarify how Maharashtra had proceeded with the plan and how it was able to secure financial assistance from the World Bank when the Krishna Water Disputes Tribunal-II (KWDT-II) award has not yet been officially notified in the Gazette. Speaking at a press conference in Vijayapura, the Minister referred to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis' remarks at a media Conclave in Mumbai on October 9. According to Patil, Fadnavis had spoken about a project to divert around 40 TMC feet of floodwater from the Krishna river near Mahabaleshwar to the Ujjani reservoir on the Bhima river. The water is proposed to be supplied to two districts in Marathwada and parts of Sangli and Solapur districts in Maharashtra. Minister Patil said that Fadnavis had also stated that work on the project had begun and that it was receiving financial assistance from the World Bank. A video clip of Fadnavis speaking about the project was also played during the Karnataka Minister's press conference. Patil said an all-party meeting would soon be convened under the leadership of the Karnataka Chief Minister D.K.Shivakumar to discuss the issue. We will rise above party lines on matters concerning the interests of the state and take steps to protect Karnataka's interests, he added. Citing available information, Minister Patil said the Maharashtra government had sanctioned Rs 24 crore in July 2026 for preparing a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the project. Preparations were also being made to conduct a geological survey along a route of around 84 km. The DPR is expected to be ready by the end of 2026, while the estimated cost of the project is around Rs 19,000 crore, the Karnataka Minister added. Patil said that the proposed project raised several legal questions in view of the KWDT-II award and the legal framework governing the sharing of Krishna river water. He added that the tribunal had allocated 2,130 TMC feet of water available at 75 per cent dependability and an additional 448 TMC feet based on 65 per cent dependability and average availability. Of the additional 448 TMC feet, Maharashtra was allocated 81 TMC feet, Karnataka 173 TMC feet and undivided Andhra Pradesh 194 TMC feet, he said. Referring to Clause XVI of the tribunal's award, Patil said a competent authority or tribunal could review or revise the water-sharing arrangement at any time after May 31, 2050. Until then, Andhra Pradesh had been allowed to utilise water available in excess of 2,578 TMC feet, though such utilisation would not create any permanent right over the surplus water, the Karnataka Minister added. Patil said there was a possibility that additional water available after 2050 could be redistributed among the basin states and questioned the justification for undertaking permanent infrastructure works now in a manner that could affect future water-sharing arrangements. He added that the Maharashtra government had earlier placed before the KWDT-II, under Section 5(3) of the Act, a proposal to transfer around 35 TMC feet of water from the Upper Krishna sub-basin (K-1) to the Bhima sub-basin (K-5) under the Krishna-Bhima water stabilisation project. However, the tribunal had expressed the view that it could not approve the proposal, as transferring water over a long distance from K-1 to K-5 could adversely affect water flows and utilisation in the Upper Krishna sub-basin, Patil said. In this background, it needs to be clarified what legal basis exists for the Maharashtra government's newly announced plan to divert 40 TMC feet of water, he added. Patil said the tribunal had raised objections to the earlier proposal and questioned how Maharashtra could now take up another project to transfer water from the same basin. He also questioned how the Maharashtra project could receive World Bank financial assistance when the Centre was repeatedly returning Karnataka's DPR for Phase-3 of the Upper Krishna Project, citing the fact that the KWDT-II award had not yet been officially notified in the Gazette. The proposed diversion could alter water flows in the Upper Krishna sub-basin and potentially affect inflows into the Almatti reservoir, Patil warned. He said the project could have adverse implications not only for Karnataka but also for water availability in other downstream states. Taking up such projects unilaterally without considering the tribunal's award and the rights of the basin states is not appropriate from the perspective of the federal system, he added. Patil also sought clarity on whether financial assistance from the World Bank for such a project could be obtained without the guidance or approval of the Union government. He demanded that the Centre clarify whether it had approved the project, whether the required investments and other clearances had been granted, and whether the tribunal's earlier position and Karnataka's interests had been taken into consideration. Stating that the proposal could affect the sharing of Krishna river water, inflows into the Almatti reservoir and the rights of downstream states, Patil said the issue could not be taken lightly. He urged both the Maharashtra and Union governments to treat the matter seriously and provide a comprehensive clarification on the project's legal validity, approvals and financial assistance, while ensuring that Karnataka's interests are not compromised.
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Install smart meters in 24 hours or no power: MSEDCL to 2 Dombivli housing societies
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Parents and students are verifying whether schools will remain closed on November 2 due to upcoming festivals. Different states may begin Diwali vacations at varying times, impacting school schedules. Institutions in Delhi-NCR are likely to maintain regular classes unless stated otherwise. Schools in Maharashtra may have holidays beginning on November 2, leading to potential closures until November 14.
Cyclone Murasu alert: Andhra Pradesh braces for second storm in less than a week
The cyclone, which has been given the name Murasu, is likely to intensify into a severe cyclone and cross the Andhra Pradesh coast on November 2-3
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 1 (IANS) Amid rising electricity tariffs, a housing society named Saraswati Heights and its members in Nalasopara East are recording significant savings on their electricity costs after they decided to switch to solar energy. The society decided to install a 25-kilowatt solar power system in its building. This has resulted in a reduction of monthly electricity bills by approximately 90 per cent, said many society residents. Pradeep Mishra, a resident of the society, shared that the idea to install solar panels emerged a year ago. He and other residents gathered information about solar energy and various central government schemes online, and they collectively decided to move ahead with a solar power system. According to Mishra, the society consulted several vendors before selecting one, based on an assessment of their services and proposals. Once the selection process was complete, the 25-kilowatt solar power system was installed within two to three months. Mishra said that the subsidy amount, under the PM SuryGhar: Muft Bijli Yojana, was credited to the societys bank account within just 15 days of the installation. The society received further subsidy of approximately 30 per cent, which significantly lowered the total project cost. The society reports a substantial decrease in electricity expenses since the solar system became operational. According to Mishra, monthly electricity bills have dropped by nearly 90 per cent compared to previous costs, providing the society with consistent financial savings. Mishra and other individuals are now suggesting others to take advantage of the Central governments solar energy scheme, stating that such initiatives have the potential to drastically alter expenses of ordinary citizens, housing societies, and small-scale consumers like them. Besides savings, solar energy also plays a significant role in environmental conservation. Pradeep Mishra expressed gratitude to the government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and also appealed to other housing societies to adopt solar energy.
Shinde warns lenders of murder charges over farmer suicides in Maharashtra
The Maharashtra Deputy CM issued the warning while addressing a gathering at the inauguration of a 100-bed sub-district hospital at Wadi Budruk in Nanded district. He said the state government would stand firmly behind farmers and provide all possible assistance amid the agrarian crisis
