Amid LPG curbs, snack vendors hiking prices
CM: Will work for unopposed Baramati, Rahuri MLA bypolls
Mayor, dy, sr netas cars lose beacons as oppn sees red
70 trees & road divider to make way for F4 race in Navi Mum: Activist
Elphinstone dismantling halted over crane glitch
Srisailam gears up for Ugadi Mahotsavams from March 16
Devotees from Karnataka and Maharashtra trek through Nallamala forest as temple authorities and police make elaborate arrangements for darshan and pilgrim facilities
Bengal polls: SIR, infiltration, corruption to dominate campaign rhetoric
With West Bengal`s poll season officially underway, several contentious issues are set to dominate campaign rhetoric, including the SIR-driven deletion of 63.66 lakh names from the voter list, BJP`s infiltration plank targeting illegal Bangladeshi migrants, corruption allegations over the school jobs scam
EC announces bypoll dates for 8 assembly constituencies across six states; check schedule
By-elections for eight assembly seats across six states, including Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Nagaland, and Tripura, have been announced by the Election Commission. Polling dates are set for April 9 and April 23, with vote counting scheduled for May 4. These elections will fill vacant legislative seats, ensuring full representation in state assemblies.
Assembly Election 2026 ECI unveils poll schedule today; check details
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, along with Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi, announces poll timetable
Maharashtra State CET Law 2026 Application Deadline Today For Five Year LLB Programme
The MH CET Law 2026 5-Year LLB application window closes today; candidates must complete their registration on the official State CET Cell website before the deadline.
IMD issues orange alert as rain, thunderstorm hits Delhi-NCR
Residents across Delhi-NCR woke up to rain, thunder and strong winds on Sunday morning, providing relief after several days of unusually high temperatures
NHAI raises FASTag annual pass fee from April 1, check details
The National Highways Authority of India has increased the FASTag Annual Pass fee from Rs 3,000 to Rs 3,075 for the financial year 202627, effective April 1, 2026
Trump urges allies to send warships to secure Strait of Hormuz amid tensions
Missile and drone attacks were reported across Gulf states as Iran escalated its conflict with the US and Israel, threatening strikes near UAE ports while tensions rose in the region
LPG shortage: 20% commercial piped gas cut hits hotels, food chains in Mumbai
Beed Police recovers 29 LPG cylinders illegally stored for black marketing
Following the seizure, a case has been registered at Pethbeed Police Station in Beed district of Maharashtra under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Essential Commodities Act
Seven Indian pilgrims killed in road accident in Nepal
At least seven Indian pilgrims were killed and seven others injured after a micro-bus plunged into a gorge in the Kantar area of Gorkha district, Nepal, on Saturday evening while returning from the Manakamana Temple
Volunteers remove 250 kg of marine waste in carter road coastal clean-up
Volunteers removed nearly 250 kg of marine litter, including plastic and thermocol, from Carter Road's mangrove and coastline during a clean-up drive. Organized by Environment Life Foundation with support from Jotun India and Mangrove Foundation, the event highlighted the ecological importance of mangroves and the need to prevent waste from reaching the ocean.
TDP MP, ex-BRS MLA test positive for drugs after Hyderabad cops bust rave party
Police in Hyderabad detained six individuals, including the Member of Parliament and the former legislator during a raid at a farmhouse on the citys outskirts
Mumbai commuters get relief as no day block on Western Railway today
Kuwait Airport hit by drone attack; radar system struck, no casualties reported
Several drones struck Kuwait International Airport on Saturday, hitting its radar system, Kuwait`s civil aviation authority confirmed. No injuries were reported in the attack, which comes amid escalating tensions across the Gulf region following the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict
Mumbai megablock: Trans-harbour train services between Thane and Vashi/Nerul to remain suspended
IndiGo announces `Fuel Charge` on flight tickets amid rising gas prices
The airline stated that Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) forms a significant portion of operating costs for airlines. A steep increase in global fuel prices has placed considerable financial pressure on carriers
'I have no interest': BMC removes red-blue beacon from Mumbai mayor Ritu Tawde's car
Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde's official vehicle and escort car had their red and blue flashing lights removed following a social media controversy and an RTI activist's objection. The BMC confirmed similar lights on the deputy mayor's and leader of the house's vehicles were also taken down, citing an administrative lapse.
Kim Jong Un, his teenage daughter observes rocket test
North Korea, led by Kim Jong Un and his daughter Kim Ju Ae, conducted a live-fire rocket test off its east coast, prompting South Korea to call it a U.N. violation amid ongoing U.S.-South Korea military exercise
CBSE cancels Class XII board exams in seven Middle East countries amid tensions
CBSE has cancelled Class XII board exams for students in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, including previously postponed exams. The Board will announce the mode of result declaration separately
Iran FM Araghchi accuses the US of attacking Kharg and Abu Musa islands from UAE
Iran accused the United States of launching HIMARS missile strikes on Kharg and Abu Musa islands from UAE territory, causing damage to military sites, and warned that Tehran will respond while urging UAE residents to avoid ports and docks
Increasing demand for cow gallstones from mainland China and Hong Kong have made it one of the worlds most valuable commodities
Two senior Iranian intelligence officials killed in Tehran airstrike: Israel
The IDF identified the officials as Abdollah Jalali-Nasab and Amir Shariat, describing them as senior intelligence figures in Iran`s Khatam al-Anbiya emergency command
UAE intercepts 9 ballistic missiles, 33 UAVs launched from Iran
According to the ministry, the attacks have resulted in six fatalities involving nationals from the United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh so far.
US to escort ships through Hormuz soon, says Trump after Kharg Island bombed
As the United States intensified its bombing of Iran, Tehran launched a new wave of drone and missile attacks on Israel and its neighbours in the Gulf region
Outstanding cricket by humble champions!
Despite winning the T20 World Cup, Indian players have shown that winners dont have to be arrogant. You can play a hard, tough game without mouthing off and showing that its best to let the bat and the ball do all the talking
Kolkata: TMC, BJP supporters clash ahead of PMs rally
Police sources said Bowbazar police station officer-in-charge Bappaditya Naskar was injured while trying to control the situation.
Teen becomes North Easts first chess Grandmaster
Its a dream come true. Ive worked towards this moment for years, and Im grateful for the support of my family and coaches, Chakraborty said after sealing the title.
Domestic LPG supply unaffected in Maharashtra, says minister
Mumbai: Maharashtras Minister of State for Home, Yogesh Kadam, clarified on Saturday, March 14, that domestic consumers need not worry about any shortage of cooking gas following the Central governments decision to halt supplies for commercial purposes. He emphasised that household LPG distribution remains smooth and unaffected nationwide. Speaking to news agency IANS, Kadam said 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 .
MEA confirms five Indians dead, one missing in US-Iran conflict
Meanwhile, two Indian ships with 92,700 tonnes of LPG clear Hormuz, to arrive soon
Centre revokes Wangchuks detention; leaders in Ladakh celebrate
Ladakh MP Mohamad Hanifa welcomed the move but said the government must go further.
The holiday was created in 1988 by Larry Shaw, a physicist at the Exploratorium science museum in San Francisco.
Trump obliterated targets on Irans primary oil island
Iranian parliament had warned that such strikes would provoke a new level of retaliation towards the US and Israel
Temple gopurams as royal defiance
Together, Ram and Krishna created a balanced political theology. Ram gave structure to power. Krishna made power lovable.
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3 run over by goods train in Palghar, kin blame police
RTE improves access to schools, but performance gap persists: TISS study
Seafarers body expected tobe brought home this week
Indian civet killed in hit-and-run mishap on Mumbai-Goa highway
NCP (SP) MLA Jitendra Awhad questions infra spending in Thane, Maharashtra
Maharashtra: Labourer arrested for killing man over illicit affair with wife
Techies kin awarded Rs 2.14 crore at Thane Lok Adalat
THANE, Mar 14 : The family of a 36-year-old software engineer, who was killed in a road accident in 2024, was awarded Rs 2.14 crore in compensation at a Lok Adalat in Thane district of Maharashtra on Saturday. Principal District and Sessions Judge S B Agrawal handed over the compensation cheque to the victim Omkar Prakash Joshis wife Dhanashree (35) and his 70-year-old mother Pradnya Prakash Joshi. According to the claim details, Omakar and his colleague were travelling from Mumbai [] The post Techies kin awarded Rs 2.14 crore at Thane Lok Adalat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Maharashtra: Five booked after construction worker falls from building, left paralysed
Maharashtra: Thane civic body grants 90% penalty relief to property tax defaulters
Court: Identity not proven, two let off in snatching case in Maharashtra
Case against Mumbai rent collector for Rs 5.7 crore embezzlement
Mumbai: Two arrested for raping 17-year-old girl
Mumbai: Man arrested for killing wife over black magic concerns
Bombay high court declines to lift stay order on Asiatic Society polls
Gas crunch has slowed milk pouch production: Dairies
Charcoal is new black gold as Mumbai hotels covet wood nuggets; price spirals
Sawant conferred honorary D Litt by Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth
NT Reporter Panaji Chief Minister Pramod Sawant attended the 44th convocation ceremony of Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, where he was conferred an honorary Doctor of Literature (D Litt) by the institution. Sawant said he was pleased to receive the honour from the university founded on the ideals and vision of Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, whom he []
BJP complains to DGP office about pastors video claims
From Lucknow to Hyderabad, legacy chefs offer Ramzan delicacies
LPG shortage affects food availability for doctors, staff in Mumbais public hospitals
Child trusted him as a grandfather: 3-year jail to 79-year-old man in Pocso case
Sanjay Raut slams Centre over LPG claims and Mumbai mayor hits back on Mithi gas remarks
Maharashtra govt orders special monitoring committee for Mumbai region to prevent shortage and panic
Trafficked runaway teen from Bangladesh reunited with parents
Petrol and diesel adequately available, avoid hoarding: Petroleum Ministry
In a post on social media platform X, the ministry said there is no shortage of fuel at retail outlets and adequate stocks are being maintained
Pune Metro commuters get shared rickshaw feeder service at SNDT station
A new Rikshamitra Metro Share Rickshaw Feeder Service was launched outside SNDT Metro Station in Pune on Friday, offering passengers a shared and organised auto-rickshaw facility for their last-mile journey
New catfish species Amblyceps vayavy discovered in the Western Ghats
Researchers have discovered a rare new catfish species, Amblyceps vayavy, in hill streams of the Western Ghats spanning Goa and Maharashtra, highlighting the regions rich but fragile freshwater biodiversity
Explosion damages Jewish school in Amsterdam, no injuries reported
An overnight explosion damaged the outer wall of a Jewish school in Amsterdam`s Buitenveldert district, causing limited damage and no injuries. Mayor Femke Halsema condemned it as a cowardly act of aggression amid rising antisemitism. Police have CCTV footage of the suspect
Hyderabad Commissioner warns about cylinder booking scams amid LPG crisis
Hyderabad: Taking advantage of the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) crisis in the country, cybercriminals are now targeting desperate consumers by promising quick cylinder deliveries and siphoning off peoples hard-earned money from their bank accounts, Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar cautioned on Saturday, March 14. Highlighting an incident that occurred in Maharashtras Dombivli, the Sajjanar said 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 .
What is MahaRERA? 5 important rules every homebuyer and developer should know in Maharashtra
Theres no denying that the real estate sector in India faces myriad critical challenges due to reasons such as delayed projects, lack of transparency, and sometimes major disputes between end-users and developers.
Akasa Air introduces fuel surcharge of Rs 199-Rs 1,300 on tickets from March 15
In a statement on Saturday, Akasa Air said it would levy fuel surcharge for each flight and the quantum would vary based on the duration of the flight
Teach Marathi Or Lose Recognition: Maharashtra Minister's Stern Warning To Schools
Maharashtra Minister Dada Bhuse said inspections will be conducted, and non-compliant schools may lose recognition.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launches 48th wave of strikes
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Iran now makes no distinction between the United States and Israel following escalating conflict, accusing both nations of acting jointly against the Iranian people
Four militants of United National Liberation Front (P) arrested in Imphal
Police said four militants linked to the banned United National Liberation Front (P) were apprehended from the New Checkon area of Imphal during a security operation
Massive search operation in Jammu and Kashmir`s Samba after Pak drone spotted
The enemy drone movement was noticed for a few minutes over the villages of Kandral, Abtal and Bahadurpur in Ramgarh sector late Friday night, officials said.
Maharashtra: Couple killed, 4 injured in building collapse
Pune: A couple working at a construction site was killed, while four other labourers sustained injuries after a brick structure collapsed on them in the Pimpri Chinchwad city of Maharashtras Pune district, police said on Saturday, March 14. The incident occurred around 4.30 pm on Friday on an open plot in the Talawade area, where 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 .
All 6 crew members on US refuelling plane that crashed in Iraq dead
Six US service members were killed after a KC-135 Stratotanker refuelling aircraft crashed in western Iraq while supporting operations in the ongoing Operation Epic Fury against Iran, officials confirmed
Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement: The Board of Control for Cricket in India will celebrate outstanding achievements across Indian cricket at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026, scheduled for March 15 in New Delhi. The annual ceremony recognises excellence in international, domestic, and age-group cricket while honouring individuals who have made lasting contributions to the sport in India. Former India greats Roger Binny and Rahul Dravid will receive the prestigious Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award for their long-standing service to Indian cricket. Meanwhile, former India womens captain Mithali Raj will be honoured with the BCCI Lifetime Achievement Award for Women in recognition of her immense role in elevating womens cricket in the country. Binny is being recognised for his contributions as a player in Indias historic 1983 Cricket World Cup triumph, where he finished as the tournaments leading wicket-taker, and for his later roles as a coach, selector, and BCCI president. Dravid will be honoured for his outstanding playing career, scoring over 24,000 international runs, and his influential work as a mentor and coach, including guiding India to victory in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024. Among other award winners, Indias Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill will receive the Polly Umrigar Award for the 202425 season, while Smriti Mandhana will win the Best International Cricketer (Women) award for the fifth time. India opener Shafali Verma and the recent U-19 World Cup winning captain Ayush Mhatre will also receive awards for their standout performances during the 202425 domestic season. The Mumbai Cricket Association will also be recognised for the best performance in BCCI domestic tournaments. A major highlight of the ceremony will be the recognition of five Indian teams that recently won ICC titles, including victories in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, and the mens and womens ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup events, spotlighting a historic period of success for Indian cricket. Full list of winners: Polly Umrigar Award Best International Cricketer in 2024-25 - Men - Shubman Gill Best International Cricketer in 2024-25 - Women - Smriti Mandhana Highest Wickets in One Day Internationals - 2024-25 - Women - Deepti Sharma Highest Run Getter in One Day Internationals -2024-25- Women - Smriti Mandhana Best International Debut in 2024-25 - Women - N Sree Charani Best International Debut in 2024-25 - Men - Harshit Rana Best Performance in BCCI Domestic Tournaments of 2024-25 - Mumbai Cricket Association Best Umpire In Domestic Cricket in 2023-24 - Ulhas Gandhe Madhavrao Scindia Award: Highest Wicket-Taker In The Ranji Trophy in 2024-25 - Elite Group - Harsh Dubey (Vidarbha) Madhavrao Scindia Award: Highest Wicket-Taker In The Ranji Trophy in 2024-25 - Plate Group - Suchith J (Nagaland) Madhavrao Scindia Award: Highest Run Getter In The Ranji Trophy in 2024-25 - Elite Group - Yash Rathod (Vidarbha) Madhavrao Scindia Award: Highest Run Getter In The Ranji Trophy in 2024-25 - Plate Group - Snehal Kauthankar (Goa) Lala Amarnath Award for the Best All-Rounder In Domestic Limited-Overs Competitions, 2024-25 - Ayush Mhatre (Mumbai) Lala Amarnath Award for the Best All-Rounder in the Ranji Trophy, 2024-25 - Harsh Dubey (Vidarbha) Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Best Woman Cricketer (Jr Domestic) of 2024-25 - Ira Jadhav (Mumbai Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Best Woman Cricketer (Sr Domestic) of 2024-25 (Sr Women One Day) - Shafali Verma (Haryana) Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker In (U16) Vijay Merchant Trophy in 2024-25 - Elite Group - Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan (Madhya Pradesh) Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker In (U16) Vijay Merchant Trophy in 2024-25 - Plate Group - Kishan Sarkar (Tripura) Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Highest Run Getter In (U16) Vijay Merchant Trophy in 2024-25 - Elite Group - Shanthanu Singh (Uttar Pradesh) Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Highest Run Getter In (U16) Vijay Merchant Trophy in 2024-25 - Plate Group - Pritam Raj (Bihar) M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker In (U19) Cooch Behar Trophy in 2024- 25 - Elite Group - Hemchudeshan J (Tamil Nadu) M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker In (U19) Cooch Behar Trophy in 2024- 25 - Plate Group - Arkajit Roy (Tripura) M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Run Getter In (U19) Cooch Behar Trophy in 2024- 25 - Elite Group - Nitya J Pandya (Baroda) M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Run Getter In (U19) Cooch Behar Trophy in 2024- 25 - Plate Group - Ragavan Ramamoorthy (Pondicherry) M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker In (U23) Col. C K Nayudu Trophy in 2024-25 - Elite Group - Vicky Ostwal (Maharashtra) M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker In (U23) Col. C K Nayudu Trophy in 2024-25 - Plate Group - Dipjyoti Saikia (Assam) M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker In (U23) Col. C K Nayudu Trophy in 2024-25 - Elite Group - Vicky Ostwal (Maharashtra) Also Read: Live Cricket Score M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Run Getter In (U23) Col. C K Nayudu Trophy in 2024-25 - Plate Group - R Jashwanth Shreeram (Pondicherry) Article Source: IANS
India to extend visas for stranded travellers amid West Asia War
Amid disruptions caused by the ongoing West Asia War, the Consulate General of India, Dubai has announced visa extensions and other relief measures for foreign nationals stranded in India
Prerana Katte made history as the first woman Assistant Commissioner of Police in the Navi Mumbai Crime Branch. Hailing from an agricultural background, Katte pursued civil services from a young age. She cleared the MPSC exam on her first attempt. Her career includes various huge postings across Maharashtra. Katte's journey inspires women and actor R Madhavan as well.
Regions including Vidarbha, Marathwada, Khandesh, and parts of Central Maharashtra are expected to be affected by rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds between March 17 and 20
Maharashtra minister for Social Justice, Sanjay Shirsat on Friday said that a decision has been taken to induct eligible persons from the family of the deceased in atrocity cases involving Scheduled Castes and Tribes, particularly in cases of murder or death related to atrocities, into government service under the Social Justice Department.
Over 100 LPG cylinders seized from black market sellers in Mumbai by Food Distribution Department
Food Distribution Department officials in Mumbai conducted a crackdown in Worli, seizing a significant stock of illegally black-marketed domestic and commercial gas cylinders. The operation targeted the illegal stockpiling and sale of gas cylinders at inflated prices, confiscating numerous filled and empty cylinders from various companies. This action occurs amidst rising LPG prices and government efforts to stabilize supply.
A 54-year-old Indian seafarer from Mumbai has died after the oil tanker he was serving on was attacked near Iraqs southern port city of Basra. Deonandan Prasad Singh sustained severe injuries during the incident and later succumbed to them. The tankers crew abandoned the vessel and were rescued. An investigation into the attack is underway.
Benjamin Netanyahu says Israeli strikes killed Iranian nuclear scientists
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli attacks have killed several Iranian nuclear scientists, escalating tensions between Israel and Iran amid the widening regional conflict
Maharashtras cashew advantage in the era of natural farming
Positioning cashew as the anchor crop for natural farming could strengthen farmer incomes, improve ecological resilience in the Konkan region
