JACK & JONES Unveils Its Autumn Winter 2026 Denim Campaign Featuring Vedang Raina
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 24: Leading European menswear brand JACK & JONES India introduces its Autumn Winter 2026 Denim Campaign featuring actor Vedang Raina, bringing together the brand's signature jean craft with one of the most compelling young voices in Indian entertainment.
SC rejects pleas challenging AIMIM MLA
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday, September 24, dismissed pleas challenging the election of AIMIMs Mufti Mohammad Ismail Abdul Khalique as MLA from the Malegaon central constituency in the 2024 Maharashtra assembly polls. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath, Augustine George Masih and Sandeep Mehta passed the order while hearing two separate petitions challenging 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 .
CM Fadnavis assures drought relief, loan waiver amid agrarian distress
Digital Desk | Washim (Maharashtra), Sep 24 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday announced that the state government will soon issue a Government Resolution (GR) declaring a severe drought in affected regions and extend crop loan waiver benefits to all eligible farmers who were left out of earlier schemes, as the state grapples with a worsening agrarian crisis. The announcement comes during his visit to drought-affected Washim districts in the Vidarbha region on Thursday to inspect crop damage and assess water shortages. After visiting villages in the Marathwada region and Solapur district on Wednesday, the Chief Minister arrived at Masal village in the Washim district on Thursday. Large crowds of local farmers assembled to meet him, hand over memorandums outlining their grievances, and share reports of dwindling livestock fodder and water supplies. Addressing the farmers directly in Masal village, the Chief Minister reassured the public that state machinery would prioritize rural relief. Do not worry; the government stands firmly behind you. We will be issuing the Government Resolution (GR) for the drought, and those farmers who missed out on the loan waiver scheme will also be covered, he said. Beyond financial relief, the state administration is deploying emergency measures to ensure uninterrupted drinking water supply, distribute fodder for cattle, and expedite crop damage assessments (panchanamas), said the CM. Earlier, CM Fadnavis on Wednesday said that crop damage assessments (panchnamas) are being conducted solely because they are legally mandated. The government has no intention of getting farmers entangled in administrative delays. The financial aid will be extended universally, he assured, adding that the state stands firmly behind farmers by considering damage to both Kharif and Rabi seasons. Describing the condition of crops in Latur district as critical, CM Fadnavis noted that the current rainfall has dropped to 50 per cent, compared to 63 per cent during previous drought years. Urging citizens to remain resilient, he assured that the state government would fully manage drinking water supplies and livestock fodder. We will need to support one another over the next three to four months, and the state government is fully standing by you, the Chief Minister stated. He further assured that the state government would clear pending bills for water supply schemes to ensure every village receives drinking water. Acknowledging that the present conditions are even more severe than the historic 1972 drought, CM Fadnavis reaffirmed that the official drought declaration order would be released within two days, adding that funds won't be a problem.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 21: HubbleHox Technologies, in collaboration with the International Institute for Teacher Education and Development (II-TED), has partnered with FutureSkills Prime, a digital skilling initiative of the
Nitin Nabin, the BJP's national president, introduced 24 immediate organizational appointments to strengthen the party's framework. The changes encompass vital roles including National Joint General Secretaries and State General Secretaries, focusing on enhancing operational effectiveness in states like Maharashtra, Bihar, West Bengal, and Uttar Pradesh.
FIR Filed Against 13 Police Officers for Alleged Abuse in Pune
Thirteen police officers in Pune face charges of abuse and misconduct following a report by the Maharashtra Human Rights Commission. FIR Filed Against 13 Police Officers for Alleged Abuse in Pune
Navitas Solar to invest 10,000 crore in Gujarat, Maharashtra over 5 years
The investment will fund expansion into solar ingots, wafers, cells and modules, as well as battery energy storage systems and renewable power generation.
Maharashtra minister Chhagan Bhujbal discharged in 2016 Mumbai University library contract case
A special court in Mumbai dealing with cases involving MPs and MLAs has discharged Maharashtra minister and NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal in a corruption case linked to the construction contract for Mumbai University's central library at the Kalina campus. The case was registered by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in 2015 when Bhujbal was serving as the Maharashtra Public Works Department minister.The court discharged Bhujbal and other accused on Thursday. However, the reasoned order was not available yet.
Navitas Solar to invest 10,000 crore in five years across value chain
Surat-based Navitas Solar plans to expand beyond module manufacturing into cells, ingots, wafers, battery storage and renewable energy projects in Gujarat and Maharashtra
Pune awarded hosting rights for UCI Road World Championships 2032
Pune will host the UCI Road World Championships 2032, bringing cycling's global showcase to India for the first time. The historic bid was a joint effort by the Government of Maharashtra and the Cycling Federation of India with the support of the Government of India, built around a shared vision to establish Pune as a global cycling destination. The decision was announced at the UCI Congress in Montreal, Canada, following Pune's final candidature presentation to the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI). A senior delegation from the Government of Maharashtra was present in Montreal to champion Pune's candidature. Maninder Pal Singh, secretary general, Cycling Federation of India; and Onkar Singh former secretary general, Asian Cycling Confederation were also present. The candidature process culminated in a two-way race between Pune and Groningen/Drenthe, Netherlands, after Colombia and Mexico were eliminated. Pune's bid gained momentum following a three-member UCI inspection team's
Current drought situation could be worse than 1972, says Maharashtra CM
The 1972 drought affected nearly 25 million people in Maharashtra. CM Devendra Fadnavis said the government is taking measures to support farmers amid the current crisis
Pune Wins Bid To Host UCI Road World Championships 2032
Pune, India, has been selected to host the UCI Road World Championships in 2032, marking the first time the prestigious cycling event will come to the country. This historic achievement is the result of a collaborative bid by the Government of Maharashtra and the Cycling Federation of India, supported by the Government of India, aiming to establish Pune as a premier global cycling destination. The decision was announced at the UCI Congress in Montreal after Pune's successful presentation, highlighting India's growing potential in the sport.
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Raj Thackeray demands resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, scrapping EVMs
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 24 (IANS) The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Thursday launched a scathing attack on the Election Commission of India (ECI), asserting that recent media revelations have conclusively exposed the complete erosion of the poll body's constitutional autonomy. Citing an investigative media report, which revealed that Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi recorded written dissent on at least 14 occasions over 10 months against steps taken by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, Thackeray stated that the findings validate what opposition parties in Maharashtra have been alleging all along. Thackeray, in his long post on X, alleged that the CEC did not act independently but was compelled to take arbitrary decisions to suit the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He argued that the concept of an autonomous poll panel now exists solely in textbooks, alleging that under the current political dispensation, autonomy is defined as complete subservience to the ruling party. The objections raised by Election Commissioners Sandhu and Joshi are too severe to be swept under the carpet. When two out of three commissioners are kept in the dark and sidelined, it proves that electoral rolls were manipulated at will, remarked Thackeray. Highlighting specific instances from the report, Thackeray questioned how key directives regarding voter list software, modification of statutory forms, and mass legal appeals -- such as the 1.61 million appeals filed in West Bengal -- could be issued without the approval of the full commission. He also cited technical glitches in Goa that led to the disenfranchisement of 97 verified voters as evidence of deliberate centralisation and systemic manipulation. Commending the two dissenting Election Commissioners for recording their objections on file, Thackeray urged all opposition parties across India to unite for a larger struggle. He declared that the battle against electoral irregularities must now expand into a nationwide movement demanding a return to paper ballots. The MNS Chief has demanded an immediate resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, a high-level independent probe into the alleged masterminds directing ECI decisions, resignation of the current government on grounds of compromised election integrity and scraping of the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in favour of traditional paper ballots for all upcoming elections. The Chief Election Commissioner ought to resign, certainly, but the government that came to power by leveraging such a spineless Election Commission should also step down. The fact that there were no celebrations on the streets following the election of a government claiming a majority mandate speaks volumes. This is precisely what I have been saying all along. Therefore, everyone must realise the ultimate truth that only if the Election Commission becomes truly autonomous, as it ought to be, can the ruling dispensation be brought down to earth; otherwise, this battle will be endless, he commented. Responding to queries often posed by political commentators regarding high turnout at his rallies not translating into seats, Thackeray remarked that internal disclosures from within the ECI provide the definitive answer to who steals the votes and how. He concluded with a warning that unless the Election Commission's neutrality is restored, democratic contests in the country will remain fundamentally compromised.
Alteryx Showcases Governed Business Logic for Enterprise AI at Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2026
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 24: Alteryx, the agentic analytics and automation company, showcased how enterprises can move beyond AI experimentation and put AI to work across critical business processes at
Maharashtra delegation woos AI, tech investment at Singapore conference
A Maharashtra government delegation participated in the Tech in Asia conference held in Singapore. Delegates highlighted opportunities in artificial intelligence and startups within Maharashtra's ecosystem. Discussions focused on collaboration in enterprise technology, innovation, and digital transformation. The participation aimed to strengthen ties with investors and technology companies in Southeast Asia. Overall, the event facilitated connections between the Maharashtra government and international industry leaders.
Rahul Gandhi speaks to IIT Bombay students family, assures support for justice
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 24 (IANS) Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi spoke to the family of IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode over the phone and assured them of his support in their pursuit of justice, Maharashtra Congress said on Thursday. According to the Maharashtra Congress, Gandhi expressed solidarity with the family and assured them of all possible support in seeking justice for Sahil. Following Sahils death, his family has levelled serious allegations against the IIT Bombay administration and certain officials. The Mumbai Police Crime Branch is currently investigating the case. The Youth Congress is also scheduled to hold a press conference on Thursday afternoon regarding the matter. The organisation is expected to announce its future strategy and the next course of action concerning the case. Meanwhile, regular classes resumed at IIT Bombay on Wednesday, days after the death of the second-year student triggered protests on the campus, sources said. The Mumbai Police on Wednesday said the investigation into Sahils death was being conducted impartially and that all possible angles were being examined. The police also appealed to people to refrain from spreading misinformation about the case. Following the unfortunate demise of Sahil Ravindra Wakode (20), a student of IIT Bombay, a case was registered at Powai Police Station. The case has subsequently been transferred to the Crime Branch, Mumbai, as DCB CID C.R. No. 124/2026, officials said. The investigation has been entrusted to an ACP-rank officer and is being closely supervised by DCP Detection-I, Crime Branch, they added. Meanwhile, IIT Bombay professor Suryanarayana Doolla, who has been named in connection with Sahils death, was sent on leave amid the ongoing investigation, sources said on Wednesday. Sahils parents have demanded the immediate arrest of Doolla. A case has been registered against him on allegations including abetment to suicide and caste-based discrimination following the students death. Wakode, a second-year B.Tech student in the Department of Energy Science and Engineering, was found hanging in his hostel room on the Powai campus on the evening of September 18. The incident took place hours after he was allegedly caught using a mobile phone during a mid-semester examination.
Rahul Gandhi speaks to deceased IIT Bombay students parents
Indian Youth Congress president Uday Bhanu Chib and its Maharashtra unit chief Shivraj More were with Sahils parents when the call took place.
EAM S Jaishankar meets CARICOM foreign ministers, discusses ways to deepen ties
EAM S Jaishankar wrote that he urged CARICOM countries to utilise India-provided training slots, and also offered customised training programmes in areas of interest
NEET-UG paper leak case: NTA bars Latur coaching owners son for two years
According to the CBI, Shivraj Motegaonkar allegedly paid Rs 5 lakh to procure chemistry questions from P V Kulkarni, who was on the NTA panel that set the questions for the examination
Zelenskyy urges India, 46 nations: Do not let Putin drag you into this war
Zelenskyy said citizens of 47 countries were being used in the conflict and alleged that some had been brought to Russia through what he described as deception and tricks
PM Modi to meet Seva Yatris virtually as Vadnagar-Varanasi yatra continues
The 'Seva Yatra' is part of the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan', which the BJP organised to mark Prime Minister Modi's 25 years in public life. The motorcycle journey began on September 17
Zelenskyy, at UN, urges leaders to keep choking Russia's revenues
When someone gives Russia more money through trade, they give this war more time
Fire erupts at Jodhpur chemical factory; 14 firefighters injured in explosion
The injured personnel were initially taken to AIIMS Jodhpur
G4 nations raise concern over stalled UN Security Council reform
The representativeness, legitimacy, credibility and efficacy of the UNSC are in question, the G4 statement said
Nashik Kumbh 2027: 136 medical facilities planned for Simhastha Mela
Administrative approval has been granted to the health preparedness plans of the Nashik Municipal Corporation Health Department, District Hospital Nashik, Zilla Parishad Health Department and Regional Referral Hospital through the Nashik Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority (NTKMA)
Xi Jinping says China, US should be partners, not rivals
He said that the US and Chinese people have maintained friendly exchanges for a long time and their interests are deeply intertwined
United States invites Vladimir Putin to December G20 Summit
Rubios remarks came as US officials continued conversations about the RussiaUkraine war
Telangana hospital fire toll rises to five
Three babies died after the fire broke out late on Monday in the air-conditioning unit of the Special Newborn Care Unit (SNCU), apparently due to a short circuit
Activist flags illegal slaughtering at Delhi Zoo
In a complaint to the PMO, wildlife activist Ajai Dubey alleged, Fresh meat for carnivorous animals was required to be procured through government-approved tenders from authorised slaughterhouses, but animals were allegedly being slaughtered within the zoo premises since 2024
Six drown during ceremonial Karam immersion in Jharkhand
The festival concludes with the immersion of a branch of Karam tree that was worshipped during the festival
Opposition leaders target CEC Gyanesh Kumar over poll panel actions
Party chief Mallikarjun Kharge also lashed out.
Poll body unanimous on SIR decisions: EC
In a statement following the report, the EC also said that suggestions given by the Commissioners were for further improving the electoral processes
Two Mumbai fast bowlers, two stints
Dwelling on the contrasting chief selectorial tenures of Ramakant Desai and Ajit Agarkar. One tumultuous overall, the other presently controversial, linked to the ODI future of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli
Lets celebrate festivals with more light, less sound
Several pets too go missing during festive days, scared by the cracker noise
Maharashtra FDA suspends Ghatkopar farsan shop licence over hygiene lapses
Meanwhile, in Navi Mumbai, FDA confiscates shoddy food products worth R2.18L from Jyoti Foods, 3600 kg of rice from Waghani Trading
Online discourse turns into clash over caste and protests in Mumbai
Former Maharashtra CM Calls for Supreme Court Intervention in Election Commission Dispute
Prithviraj Chavan urges the Supreme Court to address concerns over the Election Commissions decision-making process. Former Maharashtra CM Calls for Supreme Court Intervention in Election Commission Dispute
High Court bans firecrackers, laser lights and music in festival processions in Maharashtra
Bombay High Court said organisers and Mandals must deposit 1 lakh as a condition for permission under the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000; while for a person, the deposit is 50,000
Maharashtra Government Pledges Support to Drought-Affected Farmers
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis assures immediate aid for farmers facing drought-like conditions in Solapur. Maharashtra Government Pledges Support to Drought-Affected Farmers
Congress Leader Accuses Election Commission Head of Serving Government Interests
Congress leader Bhai Jagatap calls for legal action against Election Commission head for alleged government bias in Maharashtra elections. Congress Leader Accuses Election Commission Head of Serving Government Interests
Maharashtra Students Engage with Delhi Chief Minister in Campus to Parliament Initiative
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta meets 40 Maharashtra students under Campus to Parliament initiative, fostering youth engagement in governance. Maharashtra Students Engage with Delhi Chief Minister in Campus to Parliament Initiative
Jammu Police arrest fugitive after seven-month manhunt
Jammu, Sep 23: Jammu Police have arrested Karanjeet alias Gugga, a wanted criminal who had escaped from the Juvenile Home at R.S. Pura in February this year, after a nearly seven-month-long manhunt, SSP Jammu said on Wednesday. Addressing a press conference, the SSP said Karanjeet was among three inmates who escaped from the juvenile home following an incident in February. The other two, both Pakistani nationals, were later arrested in Ambala with the assistance of Punjab and Haryana Police. Following the escape, the investigation was handed over to the DSP SOG and a Special Investigation Team headed by the SP Operations was constituted to trace those involved. Eight people were arrested in that case. The investigation continued and at the same time we were trying to arrest Karanjeet alias Gugga, the SSP said. He said Karanjeet was involved in around 12 to 13 FIRs and police tracked his movements by developing information about his associates and gang links. Police teams followed leads in several locations, including Gorakhpur, Kolkata, Delhi and Maharashtra, but he managed to evade arrest. The SSP said police recently received information that Karanjeet was staying with some associates in Chandigarh. A team raided the suspected location but did not find him there. During the follow-up investigation, police learnt that he was staying at a hotel in Delhi. An SOG team subsequently travelled to Delhi and arrested him, the SSP said. He said the arrest was significant for the ongoing investigation into the juvenile home incident, as police had identified additional persons linked to the case. The SSP said Karanjeets interrogation would help establish missing links in the investigation, including how weapons and mobile phones reached the juvenile home. Police had earlier arrested the person who allegedly supplied the weapons, while further investigation is underway to establish the complete chain, he said. The SSP said Karanjeet had been moving between different locations to evade arrest, with police following leads across Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Maharashtra and Delhi. On security arrangements at the juvenile home, the SSP said the police had taken up the matter with the concerned department and another location had also been identified for housing inmates. He said further details would emerge as the interrogation of Karanjeet progresses.
Dhol-tasha event during Ganeshotav at Pune hospital sparks outrage, FIR against 6
AIIMS resident doctors threaten indefinite strike over assault case
Doc thrashed in ICU of AIIMS after patient dies; FIR against 4 relatives
Forest Dept-Academia Collaboration to Make Melghat a Living Field Laboratory
HC: Cant Reopen Maintenance Order In Execution Case On Adultery Claim
25kg ganja seized in Bhandara, 2 arrested
41% Aapli Bus Tickets Sold Online
NMC bus service touches highest ridership of 2.37L
CCTV trail helps police identify, nab bag snatcher
Neighbour attacks woman with iron saw
All-party meet must discuss flagged SIR discrepancies: Supriya
NHAI installs direction boards on Ashok Chowk Rotary to ease traffic flow
Woman injured after car hits halted vehicle on Pune-Mumbai Expressway
Carrier-portal shuttle for refund after SpiceJet flight cancellations frustrates flyers
Motorcyclist dies after crashing into tree in Chikhali
DCPs, ACPs Answerable If DJ Curbs Violated: HC
Senior citizen on morning walk killed in hit-and-run on Manewada Road
Maharashtra govt will give bigger aid to farmers than Karnataka: Agriculture minister Bharne
Shinde inspects soyabean fields in Akola district, assures farmers of govct aid
FIR against 3 hotels for brand logo misuse
Mandals & dhol-tasha troupes violating noise rules on immersion day will face music: Pune CP
Road safety experts audit pothole-ridden roads in Pune Cantonment amid mounting safety concerns
Pre-Constitution Documents Not Must For Caste Certificate, Says HC
Youth intervenes in parents tiff, father stabs him to death in Maharashtras Raigad district
PCMC officials to visit housing societies within a week to fix water crunch
ECI's ERONET Controversy: Voter Database Row, Software Errors & 17.6 Million Notices Raise Questions
Around 17.6 million voters across Telangana, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Delhi have received notices over logical discrepancies during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). At the centre of the controversy is ERONET, now integrated into ECINET. The Indian Express has reported concerns over voter database access and control, while individual cases highlight spelling, translation and age-calculation errors. We examine the Election Commissions response, the experiences of affected voters, the Goa case involving 97 voters, and the legal role of Electoral Registration Officers. Who controls the system, and how can voter records be corrected?
Illegal parking near DRDO establishments on NDA-Pashan Road sparks security, safety alarms
Road widening at five traffic-choked intersections in Chakan to be complete by Oct
HC rejects farmers plea to shift Purandar airport site, clears way for land acquisition
PMCs 2nd water pipeline fault in a week: Supply to Bhusari Colony, Pashan & Paud Road disrupted
Beyond the modak: Lesser-known fare made in Marathi homes during Ganeshotsav
Theatre Review: A love story that reaches beyond romance
Malaria claims 2 lives in Mumbai, breaks 3-year zero death record
BMC dragging feet on Bandra plot reserved for funeral grounds: PIL in Bombay High Court
Pune entrepreneur Ahiwale in Czech Republic to study environmental technologies
German engineering firm CAC, Pune's TPES join hands to implement global projects for Synthetic Fuel
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 23: Germany-based CAC ENGINEERING GmbH (CAC) and Pune-based Trichemie Plant Engineering Solutions (TPES) have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to combine CAC's technology expertise with Indian engineering talent, according to a press statement issued by the companies.
Pune woman foils robbery bid by 3 men, shields battery dealer from billhook attack
IIT-B students divided: Most back in classes, some firm on protest
Prof claims in post that institute has written confession from BTech student
IIT-B mulls twin-sharing model for all student hostels
Shaina NC Criticizes Sanjay Raut as Full-Time Conspiracy Theorist and Part-Time MP
Shaina NC targets Sanjay Raut, questioning his role as an MP and addressing various political and social issues in Maharashtra. Shaina NC Criticizes Sanjay Raut as Full-Time Conspiracy Theorist and Part-Time MP
A copying case at IIT Bombay last year ended differently
Bombay High Court sets aside DNA test order, directs 19-year-old to first prove his son claim
Bombay High Court: How charges were framed when Nawab Maliks plea for ED documents was pending?
