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BMC polls: RPI(A)s exclusion from BJP, Shiv Sena seat-sharing a betrayal of trust, says Athawale
The deadline to file nomination papers for the January 15 polls for 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra closes on December 30
BMC Elections 2026: Mahayuti's Seat-Sharing Deal Finalised, BJP To Contest 137 Seats, Shiv Sena 90
Maharashtra Congress and Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) will contest 62 of the 227 seats under the alliance in the BMC elections.
Gold, silver rally in 2025 amid global uncertainty
Gold and silver prices surged in 2025, driven by global instability, investor flight to safety, and anticipated US interest rate cuts. Central bank purchases and strong domestic demand, particularly for silver's role in green technology, bolstered the rally. Experts foresee continued strength, emphasizing precious metals as strategic assets for wealth preservation and future technologies.
Delhi: AI Express pilot gets bail after arrest at IGI Airport for assault case
An Air India Express pilot accused of assaulting a passenger at Delhis IGI Airport was arrested and later released on bail, Delhi Police said. During the probe, after registering the case, the police collected relevant CCTV footage and recorded the statements
Trump repeats claim of resolving India-Pakistan tensions at Netanyahu meet
US President Donald Trump again claimed he helped end the India-Pakistan conflict while speaking during a bilateral meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He said he stopped the war between Armenia and Azerbaijan, threatening the countries with tariffs, as well as other conflicts, but is not given credit for it
Delhi-NCR reels under severe pollution and dense fog
The situation worsened significantly, with visibility dropping to zero in many locations on Monday night. This severely disrupted road, rail, and air traffic, causing delays and safety risks for commuters
Air India Express pilot joins probe in IGI airport assault case
Captain Virendra Sejwal appeared before the investigating officer and cooperated with the probe, police said, adding that his replies were being examined in light of the available evidence
Netanyahu praises Trump after Mar-a-Lago meet, calls him Israels closest ally
This was the first meeting between Trump and Netanyahu in nearly two months. Trump had earlier visited Israel in October during the period when a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas was announced alongside the release of hostages
Trump backs Netanyahu, says pardon imminent despite denial from Herzogs office
President Herzog`s office soon contradicted Trump`s statement. In a clarification cited by CNN, the office said, There has been no conversation between President Herzog and President Trump since the pardon request was submitted
Watch: CCTV captures moment when BEST bus ploughed into pedestrians in Mumbai; 4 dead
Tragedy struck Bhandup (West) railway station late Monday night as a BEST bus veered off course during a U-turn, crashing into pedestrians. The devastating incident claimed four lives and left ten others injured. CCTV footage captured the bus losing control, hitting a pole before mounting the footpath.
Tech leap in Mumbai: Andheri mans cancer surgery done remotely by surgeon 8,000 km away
Trump says Iran may be using different sites to rebuild missile programme
While he said he does not believe Iran has expanded its nuclear capabilities, he repeated that the country may be behaving badly, without giving specific details
Former Bangladesh prime minister Khaleda Zia passes away at 80
According to a statement issued by the BNP, Khaleda Zia passed away at around 6 am at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka, where she had been undergoing treatment for more than a month
Mumbai Diary | Maharastra Congress chief firm on ideological stand
Everyone was surprised when the Congress high command appointed the low-profile Harshvardhan Sapkal as the state Congress president. Without fanfare, he is trying to make the Congress as the main opposition and ideological force in the state. His predecessors had tried hard to stitch an alliance with Dalit leader Prakash Ambedkar, but Sapkal made it after a gap of 25 years. He also cemented an alliance with Mahadev Jankars Rashtriya Samaj Paksha. He was firm against a tie-up with Raj Thackeray for the BMC polls despite Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Rauts persuasion to Rahul Gandhi. Sapkal is making decisions, not influenced by Sharad Pawar. Shinde Sena bargains for bigger pie in polls The regional allies of the BJP often face difficulties in maintaining their position of strength. Shinde-led Sena, however, is playing hardball with bigger ally BJP. Shinde fielded more candidates against the BJP in local body polls when alliance talks failed. Winning 53 Nagar Parishad president posts, Sena maintained a better success ratio. In BMC seat sharing, Shinde forced the BJP to concede 80 seats against the initial offer of 50 in the 227-member BMC polls. He is bargaining hard for Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation polls. Even if Shinde secures 50% seats it contests in BMC poll, he will play a key role in Mumbai power politics. Pawar-Adani bonhomie at Baramati AI centre NCP chief Sharad Pawar and his family were effusive in their praise for industrialist Gautam Adani. The industrialist inaugurated the Sharadchandra Pawar Centre for Excellence in Artificial Intelligence in Baramati, and the function looked like an extended Pawar-Adani family function. Rohit Pawar, grandnephew of the NCP chief, went to the airport to pick Adani and drove him to the venue. Supriya Sule called Adani her elder brother and said he scolded her when she made mistakes. Adani and his wife showered praise Pawar Sr. After the function, Ajit Pawar dropped Adani off at the airport. Sudhir Suryawanshi Our correspondent in Maharashtra suryawanshi.sudhir@gmail.com
357 nominations filed for BMC polls in Mumbai on Monday, taking total to 401
PMC elections 2026: 694 nominations filed in a single day as deadline nears
The sudden surge in nominations came just a day before the December 30 deadline for filing papers. Officials noted that only 49 nominations had been received till December 28, indicating a last-minute rush by political parties and candidates to enter the electoral fray
BEST bus accident in Mumbai: 4 dead, 10 injured; one critical, others under treatment
A tragic BEST bus accident in Bhandup (West) late Monday night resulted in at least four fatalities and ten injuries. Rajawadi Hospital confirmed one death, while MT Agarwal Hospital reported three victims brought in dead. Ten injured individuals are currently receiving treatment for their wounds.
Let 2026 be the year of the citizen
With civic elections nearing, in their last midnight gupshup session of 2025, our sutradhaars, Sir Pheroze and Lady Flora, discuss what they dont wish to encounter, with the hope for a better 2026
Why no consolation tie for pitch storm?
The cricket may have been exciting (36 wickets falling) for some, but what about the paying public, who were expecting to watch five days of Test cricket
CM Dhami promises strict action over Tripura students killing in Dehradun
Police have announced a reward of Rs 25,000 for the only absconding accused, a resident of Nepal, and said they have sent a team to the neighbouring country, while five others, including two juveniles, have been apprehended
From armoured giants to clawed hunters, six new dinosaurs found in 2025
While other species in the group could reach 4 metres in length and up to 400 kg, this teenage specimen would have been about a metre long, weighing about 6 kg
Mexico train derailment kills 13, injures 98 passengers
According to the statement issued by the Mexican Navy, which oversees the Interoceanic Corridor of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, the train on Line Z was carrying around 250 passengers at the time of the accident
3 from MLAs family among 87 candidates in Congress first list for BMC polls in Mumbai
NCP (SP) falling apart in Mumbai? Alliances fail, big netas quit
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray gives AB forms to 102 candidates for BMC polls in Mumbai
Political tension rises ahead of Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation polls
Bhandup West faced a devastating tragedy when a BEST bus driver, during a U-turn, lost control, resulting in the tragic deaths of four individuals and injuries to fourteen pedestrians. The electric AC bus careened off the road, striking a pole before impacting innocent bystanders.
Navi Mumbai: Canal inspector kills self, body found by locals in Alibaug dam
Navi Mumbai: 2 arrested for stealing diesel from truckers at knife point
Navi Mumbai: Minor Bangladeshi girl, 6 women rescued from flesh trade at Taloja
Navi mumbai: Teen girl abducted by lover rescued after 6 days, man arrested
BJP gets known faces from rivals on its side, rewards them with BMC election tickets
BJP-Sena finalise 137-90 seat-sharing formula for BMC polls
BJP quietly issues AB forms for BMC polls to avoid rebellion
BMC halts work at new Bombay High Court complex over pollution lapses
Mumbai patient undergoes robotic surgery with doctor 8,000 km away
Mumbai: Freshly revamped Kalaghoda stretch dug up days after completion, residents aghast
Deadline looming, parties rush to name candidates for Maharashtra civic polls
With various alliances and combinations in place, Mumbai will witness a four-pronged contest
As BMC Polls Loom, Thackerays Accuse BJP Of Bid To Break Mumbai
Some people are dreaming of breaking Mumbai away from Maharashtra. This dream must be crushed: Raj Thackeray
IIT-Bombay, NTPC lead Indias first underground carbon dioxide storage drilling project
Mumbai fire brigades conduct special inspection drive ahead of New Year celebrations
Mumbai: 4 killed, 10 injured as BEST bus hits passengers in Bhandup; driver detained
A reversing BEST bus tragically struck pedestrians on Station Road in Bhandup (West) late Monday night, resulting in at least four fatalities and ten injuries. Emergency services responded swiftly, transporting the injured to local hospitals. The exact cause of the devastating accident is currently under investigation.
KRV activists protest against building Maharashtra Gadi Bhavan in Belagavi
Zelenskyy dismisses claims of attack on Putin residence as `fabrication`
Zelenskyys remarks came after Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Moscows negotiating position could change following an alleged Ukrainian strike on Putins residence in Russias Novgorod region overnight
DRDO successfully tests 120 km range Pinaka rocket
The LRGR 120 has been designed by the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), in collaboration with the High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL)
AIMIM to contest Maharashtra local body polls on large scale
Hyderabad:Riding on the back of its success in the Bihar assembly and the Maharashtra local body polls, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) is now focusing on contesting the municipal corporation elections in the western state on a larger scale. The elections are due to be held next year. The AIMIM released the list of 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 .
Mumbai: Fire breaks out at Adani Western Heights, Andheri (W); No one injured
Mumbai: Man held for duping holidaymakers with fake villa bookings
Three police inspectors suspended after inter-State drug seizure; journalist booked for extortion
The disciplinary action followed a high-profile operation led by the Maharashtra Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), in coordination with the Bengaluru Police and the Narcotics Control Department, which resulted in the seizure of a large drug consignment
Silver hits record Rs 2.4 lakh per kg in Delhi, gold eases amid profit booking
The white metal had closed at Rs 2,36,350 per kg on December 26. So far this year, silver has delivered exceptional returns, rising 167.55 per cent or Rs 1,50,300 from Rs 89,700 per kg recorded on December 31, 2024
Mumbai: 32-year-old motorcyclist killed in hit-and-run in Malad East
Mumbai gears up for New Years Eve with all-night Metro 3 services and special BEST buses
SC puts Aravalli definition order on hold amid lack of clarity concerns
Amid outcry from activists, the top court kept in abeyance its November 20 directions that accepted a uniform definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges and imposed a ban on granting fresh mining leases across areas in Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Gujarat until expert reports are submitted
Chinese raisin imports trigger price crash, Maharashtra growers seek govt action
Chinese raisins are exported to Dubai and then routed through Afghanistan into India
Iranna Kadadi meets Om Birla on behalf of Belagavi administration
Earlier, a Maharashtra MP complained to the Speaker against the Deputy Commissioner after a prohibitory order was passed against him
4 dead, dozens injured in Syria during clashes between Alawites and protesters
The clashes came two days after a bombing at an Alawite mosque in the city of Homs killed eight people and wounded 18 others during prayers. Thousands of protesters gathered in the coastal cities of Latakia and Tartous, and elsewhere
Consumer commission dismisses complaint against court registrar over certified copies delay
Bombay high court quashes sexual assault FIR after amicable settlement
Santali Parsi Maha`: Murmu stresses on importance of mother tongues
Highlighting the importance of the Ol Chiki script for the Santal community, the President said the script, created by Pandit Raghunath Murmu in 1925, has become a powerful symbol of Santal identity
New Year 2026: Whats open and whats closed on January 1? check here
While New Years Day is a federal holiday in the United States, it is not a gazetted national holiday in India. Instead, the Indian government classifies January 1 as a Restricted Holiday (RH)
Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurates Northeast`s largest auditorium in Guwahati
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the JyotiBishnu Antarjatik Kala Mandir in Guwahati, the largest auditorium in the Northeast. Built at a cost of Rs 291 crore, the cultural complex aims to boost large-scale events and cultural tourism in Assam
Pharma company making illegal psychotropic drugs busted in Rajasthan, three arrested
AHMEDABAD: The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has busted a major interstate narcotics racket in Rajasthans Bhiwadi, seizing 22 kg of illegal substances and arresting three key accused, marking the second big drug crackdown in a single month. The trail of the investigation led straight into a pharmaceutical factory hiding a narcotics assembly line in the neighbouring state. What looked like a routine industrial unit in Bhiwadis Rocco Eyal area was, in reality, a covert hub manufacturing banned psychotropic drugs for the black market. The operation began quietly, with a tip-off that the company APL Pharma was illegally producing drugs like Azazolam and feeding the supply chain through a key distributor, Sunny Yadav. The information appeared sensitive and explosive, an ATS officer said, so we cross-verified every detail using technical surveillance and human intelligence before moving in. Under the supervision of senior ATS officials and the leadership of the Deputy Superintendent of Police, a dedicated team meticulously mapped the network. Names emerged, links connected, and patterns repeated, pointing to a well-oiled racket rather than a one-off crime. On December 28, the ATS, along with a special unit of the Rajasthan Police, stormed the APL Pharma premises. Inside, officers found a fully functional illegal manufacturing unit. The seizure was massive and alarming -- 22 kilograms of psychotropic substances, including 5 kg of Alprazolam, 17 kg of a combination of Prozepam and Temazepam known for high abuse potential. Three men were taken into custody at the site -- Anshul Shastri (40) from Agra, Uttar Pradesh, Akhilesh Maurya (41) from Takora, Rajasthan, and Krishna Yadav (33), also from Takora. Investigators revealed that Anshul Shastri owned a firm supplying raw materials used to manufacture the illegal drug Azolamide. He allegedly partnered with Akhilesh Maurya to plan and execute large-scale production. This was not experimentation, an officer noted, adding, It was organised manufacturing with clear intent to supply. The drugs were produced at APL Pharma and allegedly sold across various regions, including parts of Maharashtra, through distributors like Sunny Yadav. Money trails, buyer networks, and additional collaborators are now under the scanner, with the ATS convinced that the racket has been operational for a long time. All three accused have been booked under Sections 8 and 22 of the NDPS Act at Vishwa Bhawan Phase-3, UIT Sector-3, Rajasthan. Officials say further arrests are likely as financial records and call data are analysed. Significantly, this is the ATSs second major narcotics bust in December. Earlier this month, a methamphetamine factory in Jodhpur was dismantled, leading to the arrest of six accused and the seizure of 40 kg of drugs and chemicals.
Rahul Gandhi raises concerns on ex-servicemen healthcare, resettlement
Gandhi highlighted the challenges ex-servicemen face in private hospitals, where many deny treatment due to pending government dues. He also questioned the adequacy of financial assistance for serious illnesses, pointing out that ex-servicemen currently receive only Rs 75,000 for cancer
Jammu and Kashmir: Security, weather issues hit Vaishno Devi pilgrimage in 2025
Pilgrim footfall at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine fell sharply in 2025 due to security concerns and prolonged weather disruptions, officials said. The year saw multiple setbacks, with the Pahalgam terror attack in April that left 26 persons dead and prompted heightened security measures across the region
Himachal Pradesh: Manali sex racket busted, two arrested
Police arrested two men from Madhya Pradesh for allegedly running a sex racket in Manali and rescued four women during raids. The accused have been identified as Dharmindra Solanki and Nikki Parmar alias Yogi
North East integral to India: Nagaland minister on racial killing in Uttarakhand
The victim, Angel Chakma (24), a resident of Unakoti district in Tripura, was allegedly attacked on December 9 following an argument at Selakui market in Dehradun
Thick fog reduces visibility at Taj Mahal, grips several UP cities
Dense fog engulfed the Taj Mahal and several cities across Uttar Pradesh as cold wave conditions persisted, affecting visibility and air quality. The city`s air quality was poor this morning, reporting `moderate` conditions in pockets. The Manoharpur area reported an AQI of 234
Congress office in Kerala vandalised, cops launch probe
The incident is believed to have taken place around midnight on Sunday at the Gandhi Mandiram building in Karivellur, near Payyannur. The miscreants reportedly broke open the door, entered the office and caused extensive damage
Simhashta Kumbh Mela 2027: Maharashtra govt starts 'Purohit-Kanishtha Sahayak Purohit' course
Maharashtra government is training junior assistant priests for the 2027 Simhashta Kumbh Mela in Nashik. The 21-day course teaches Vedic rituals and mantra chanting to individuals aged 12 to 45 from all communities. Upon completion, candidates receive a certificate to assist or conduct rituals.
AIMIM lists candidates for Thane, Vasai-Virar civic body polls
AIMIM on Monday announced its candidates for the Thane and Vasai-Virar municipal corporation elections as part of its strategy to strengthen its presence in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The party has finalised eight candidates so far, including professionals and doctors
Congress's last-minute tie-up for Mumbai civic polls unsettles party's city cadre
The Congress party has reversed its decision to contest the Mumbai civic elections alone. Days before nominations, the party joined hands with Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi, allocating them 62 seats. This move has surprised many within the party. The Congress aims to forge a new political path in Maharashtra, moving away from being a junior partner in alliances.
Zomato, Swiggy and other delivery workers on strike on Dec 31: All you need to know
The delivery workers across major e-commerce platforms, including Zomato, Swiggy, Blinkit, Zepto and Amazon, have announced a nationwide strike on December 31, affecting the celebration on New Year's Eve. The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU), Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT) will lead the strike, which is reportedly backed by multiple regional collectives, including platform worker unions from Maharashtra, Karnataka, Delhi-NCR, West Bengal and parts of Tamil Nadu.
Lalit Modi apologises after biggest fugitives video with Vijay Mallya
Fugitive businessman Lalit Modi issued an apology after his viral video with Vijay Mallya, in which he referred to both as Indias biggest fugitives, triggered widespread backlash online. The MEA reiterated Indias commitment to bringing back economic offenders
Rohit Pawar clarifies NCP (SP) alliance with Ajit Pawar-led NCP
Ahead of Maharashtra civic polls, NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar said the decision to contest Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal elections jointly with the Ajit Pawar-led NCP was taken at the local level after detailed consultations with grassroots party workers, including MP Supriya Sule
Four juveniles held for attacking Maharashtra youth in Tamil Nadus Tiruvallur
The accused filmed the assault and uploaded the videos on social media platforms in an attempt to make them go viral
Thackeray brothers need Marathi vote consolidation, sizable Muslim and Dalit votes to win BMC polls
MUMBAI: If Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray eye to win the Asias largest civic body (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation) polls, the leaders have to repeat Shiv Sena (UBT)'s 2024 Lok Sabha performance. It will help them to win as many as 113 seats out of 227 in the BMC polls. However, Shiv Sena (UBT) had won the three seats out of six Lok Sabha seats while it lost one seat, by 34 votes in Mumbai. Congress's vote base -- Muslim and Dalit -- and Sharad Pawars supporters from the western Maharashtra region who stay in Mumbai, helped to secure several seats. MVA was successful in restrictingthe BJP and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shindes Shiv Sena to one seat each only in the financial capital. In the BMC polls scheduled on January 15 of next year, Congress has refused to be part of the Thackeray brother alliance, over differences in decent space and number of seats. Also, Raj Thackeray's stand against North India is considered problematic for Congresss North Indian voters. Thackerays have joined hands after 20 years, but many challenges loom on the road to the BMC However, the silver lining for Uddhav Thackeray is, Raj Thackeray-led MNS has a seven per cent vote share in Mumbai, which will help them both to fill the gap caused by Shinde-led Shiv Sena and Congress, but that is not enough at all, as there is still a gap of six per cent. Thackerays has to go an extra mile by addressing as many rallies as possible, galvanising the ground network and utilising funds. Only then ther is a possiblity, that they will be able to swing the verdict in their favour. Despite Thackeray's alliance, the BJP is unfazed and is comfortable on the ground as it has 27 per cent vote share in Mumbai, and even DCM Eknath Shinde will pull in at least five per cent vote share. Most likely, the BJP and Shiv Sena will march towards a historic win in this closely contested BMC election. Shinde led Shiv Sena has won the six state assembly seats in Mumbai, while BJP had won 15, and DCM Ajit Pawar led NCP has won one seat; therefore, arithmetically, BJP and Shiv Sena are unperturbed. The split in Maha Vikas Aghadi has boosted the confidence of the BJP and its Gujarati, Marwari and North Indian vote bank in Mumbai remains unaffected. However, the opposition are getting divided into multiple forces. Meanwhile, if Muslim and Dalit votes get divided among the Thackerays, Congress, NCP SP, Samajwadi Party, MIM, then it will be difficult to repeat the Lok Sabhas template again in BMC polls. Congress, VBA seal alliance for BMC polls Uddhav Thackeray banks on his work during Covid-19, urges people to vote for Sena (UBT) in BMC election
Man posing as ticket inspector nabbed on express train in Thane district
Thane: A 27-year-old man was arrested after he was caught masquerading as a railway ticket inspector onboard an express train in Maharashtras Thane district, the government railway police said on Monday. The incident occurred on the Tapovan Express plying between Manmad and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) on December 26, an official said. Surendra Rajendra 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 .
Former Nepal PM Baburam Bhattarai critiqued South Asia's political economy at IIT Bombay, attributing poverty and instability to extractive institutions and weak democracies. He highlighted Nepal's lessons from its turbulent history, emphasizing the need for inclusive institutions and structural reforms for regional prosperity and cooperation.
Vulture Travels 750 km, Reaches Near Anjaneri Hills
Released on December 11 under a vulture reintroduction programme by the Maharashtra Forest Department and the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), the bird has travelled nearly 750 km in about 15 days, crossing several districts of central and western Maharashtra.
Western Railway celebrated a remarkable 2025, achieving full Broad Gauge electrification and a 97% punctuality rate for Mail/Express services. Digital ticket checking reached 100%, and safety was bolstered by numerous bridge constructions and level crossing eliminations. The year also saw the inauguration of a major loco manufacturing facility and technological advancements in traction systems.
Congress warns real estate development will harm the Aravalli ecosystem
The Congress alleged that real estate development, apart from mining, being opened up by the double-engine government will cause further harm to the fragile Aravalli ecosystem. Congress general secretary and former environment minister Jairam Ramesh said this is being done against the recommendations of the Forest Survey of India
Flight cancellations and trains delayed due to poor visibility conditions
Severe fog led to the cancellation of 128 flights at Delhi airport and caused widespread delays in train services across several parts of the country. Visibility levels at the airport dropped sharply to around 125 metres, significantly impacting flight movements
A shocking domestic dispute in Palghar's Virar West led to the alleged murder of 35-year-old Kalpana Soni. Her husband, Mahesh Soni, and sister-in-law, Deepali Soni, were arrested after a heated argument over dowry turned violent. The victim was reportedly attacked with a sharp weapon, and despite initial claims of an accident, medical reports confirmed foul play.
Bombay HC quashes sexual assault FIR in online matrimony case after settlement
The Bombay High Court quashed a sexual assault FIR under Section 69 of the BNS after parties settled amicably. The case involved a woman alleging a physical relationship induced by a marriage promise via a matrimonial website. The complainant later stated the dispute was resolved, leading the court to halt proceedings as they served no useful purpose.
Bengaluru Police, Maharashtra Task Force Seize Mephedrone Worth 1.2 Cr
The seizure was made with the support of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)
Mumbai tops education department digitisation drive at 60%, several districts below 1%
Mumbai leads Maharashtra in digitizing education department employee records, uploading nearly 60% of data to the Shalarth portal. This statewide initiative aims to consolidate scattered legacy records for staff appointed before 2016, addressing past irregularities and improving administrative efficiency. However, progress is uneven, with several districts showing minimal compliance.
Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena faction accused the Congress of ackstabbing by allying with the Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi for the BMC polls. Leader Anand Dubey warned of a Congress-mukt Mumbai and invoked the Mahabharata to describe the unity of Uddhav and Raj Thackeray, vowing to defeat dissenters.
Maharashtra Woman Demands Wedding Gifts Back, Husband, His Sister Kill Her
The victim, Kalpana Soni, married Mahesh Soni in 2015 and lived with him and her in-laws in Virar.
