Dahapchari Set to Become International Agricultural Trade Hub in Maharashtra
Mumbai, August 20: The Maharashtra government is accelerating preparations for an ambitious international agricultural market spanning 1,395 acres in Dahapchari, located in Palghar district. Modeled after Frances renowned Rungis Market, this state-of-the-art agricultural trade center aims to connect farmers directly with global markets. Officials claim that this project will generate approximately 10,000 local job opportunities. ... Read more Dahapchari Set to Become International Agricultural Trade Hub in Maharashtra
Action against drivers without Marathi knowledge from August 20: Maharashtra Minister
The State Transport Department will send a notice to the drivers who refuse to learn the language or are seen violating the rules
BJP Dividing People Using Vande Mataram: Sapkal
The Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee organised the swearing-in ceremony for MLA Sajjid Khan Pathan as the newly appointed president of its Minority Cell at Tilak Bhavan in Mumbai.
PM-KUSUM Scheme Brings Relief to Farmers Amidst Drought and Power Cuts
Jalna, August 20: The central governments Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme has proven to be a boon for farmers in rural areas. With the help of solar pumps, agricultural productivity has increased, allowing farmers to mitigate losses caused by insufficient rainfall and power outages. Jalna district in Maharashtra is known ... Read more PM-KUSUM Scheme Brings Relief to Farmers Amidst Drought and Power Cuts
Mumbai, August 20: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced a significant change in the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list in Maharashtra. The publication date for the final voter list has been postponed from October 7 to November 4. In an order issued on August 19, the ECI ... Read more ECI Extends Deadline for Maharashtras Special Intensive Revision, Final Voter List Set for November 4
Marathi Language Proficiency Mandatory for Auto-Taxi Drivers in Maharashtra
Mumbai, August 20: Maharashtras Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced on Wednesday that auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers in the state must now possess basic Marathi language skills for communication. Failure to comply may result in the suspension or cancellation of their badges and permits. Minister Sarnaik informed reporters that this initiative, starting August 20, is based ... Read more Marathi Language Proficiency Mandatory for Auto-Taxi Drivers in Maharashtra
Rs 1.27 crore for Mumbai polices mounted unit
Garbage vans wont be parked near heritage sites, BMC assures HC
MFOWA Promotes Stakeholder Collaboration for Smooth Completion of Chadha Residency
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 19: The Maharashtra Flat Owners Welfare Association (MFOWA) on Tuesday held a press conference at its Andheri headquarters to discuss the way forward for flat purchasers associated with the Chadha Residency project at KaravShil, Ambernath, with a focus on constructive engagement, project progress and timely completion. MFOWA said the associations primary []
Decorb Vibes Launches Online Store to Bring Premium D
Thane, (Maharashtra) [India], August 19: Decorb Vibes, an Indian premium dcor and luxury lighting brand, has announced the launch of its official online store, making its thoughtfully curated collections accessible to customers across India. The launch marks a significant milestone in the brands growth journey as it expands beyond its established retail presence into e-commerce. []
InfinityDAO Moves Toward US$1 Billion Insurance Protection for IDL Ecosystem
UK-Based Specialist Crypto Insurance Programme Designed to Cover Token Default, Platform Default, Crime & Theft, and Directors & Officers Risks Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 19: InfinityDAO, the AI-driven decentralized-finance ecosystem behind the IDL token, is moving to establish an institutional-scale insurance protection programme with an aggregate insured value of up to US$1 billion, marking a []
If BMC took call on Bandra football ground despite assurance, will deal with it: Bombay HC
Mumbai police arrest woman, four others in daughter-in-laws murder case
Cabbie assaulted, dragged on car bonnet for 2km in Navi Mumbai road rage
1.54 lakh dog-bite cases reported in 2025; agencies to be paid for lifetime care of dogs
Riya Ahir, face of Mumbai student protest, seeks FIR withdrawal, action against threats
25 benches for 70 students, dirty toilets, broken taps: CJP audit flags Mumbai civic school gaps
Opposition Parties Challenge Maharashtras Anti-Conversion Law
New Delhi, August 19: The Samajwadi Party (SP) and Congress have expressed strong opposition to the implementation of the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Act, 2026 in the state. They emphasized that the existing law allows citizens the freedom to change their religion at will, and such legislation could lead to communal unrest. Leaders from the ... Read more Opposition Parties Challenge Maharashtras Anti-Conversion Law
BMC bulldozes illegal structures near Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai
Helicopter with 7 on board crashes in Kenya
The helicopter crashed at 9:13 a.m. while flying from the Loisaba Conservancy to the Ewaso Nyiro area in Samburu County, according to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority, which said in a statement that an investigation was underway
Turf war? BMC chief says SRA sops extended to vacant land
Maharashtra Clears Path for Deemed Conveyance for 70,000 Housing Societies
Mumbai, August 19: A significant step has been taken to resolve issues related to self-redevelopment processes and revenue concessions for millions of cooperative housing societies across Maharashtra. Revenue Minister Chandrakant Bawankule directed officials on Wednesday to expedite and simplify the Deemed Conveyance process. Out of approximately 115,000 registered housing societies in the state, around 60,000 ... Read more Maharashtra Clears Path for Deemed Conveyance for 70,000 Housing Societies
CM Fadnavis unveils blueprint for Nasha-Mukt Maharashtra
Fadnavis said the focus should be on preventing addiction rather than taking corrective measures only after young people become dependent on drugs. He also emphasised the need to approach those struggling with addiction with empathy and help them return to a constructive life
Uttar Pradesh: Man sentenced to life for murder committed at age 16 in 2020
The special court in Bahraich convicted the accused of murder, criminal conspiracy and causing the disappearance of evidence in the 2020 killing of Hasreen, whose headless body was found near a canal in the district
What is industry? Nine-judge Supreme Court Bench to pronounce verdict on terms ambit
U.P., Maharashtra, Punjab sought relook at 1978 judgments expansive definition of industry, which only excluded core sovereign activities; Bench considering whether state enterprises, schemes are industrial activities
Maharashtras Textile Sector Set to Thrive, Says Deputy CM Shinde
Mumbai, August 19: Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde participated in the Farm to Foreign conclave on Wednesday. He emphasized that the state government is working towards realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of a Developed India 2047 through the Five F strategy. This approach encompasses a journey from farm to fiber, fiber to factory, factory ... Read more Maharashtras Textile Sector Set to Thrive, Says Deputy CM Shinde
Bandra football grounds conversion plan driven by revenue need: Mhada official
6 months on, Mumbais open spaces await Mahayutis promise of shield
Srinagar: US envoy Sergio Gor says J&K important part of India
After meeting CM Omar Abdullah, Gor said, It's a pleasure to be here. US will reconsider its advisories on travel to Jammu and Kashmir. This is an important part of India. The US envoy said he was visiting the region for the first time and described it as an incredibly beautiful place
Two women killed, 31 injured as MSRTC bus collides with truck in Nashik
According to police, the bus was carrying around 50 passengers and was travelling from Malegaon towards Pachora when it collided with a truck coming from the opposite direction
JP Nadda discharged from AIIMS Delhi after angioplasty
Union Health Minister JP Nadda was discharged from AIIMS Delhi on Wednesday, two days after undergoing angioplasty. Nadda said he was healthy and doing well and thanked doctors, staff and well-wishers for their support
India, Japan to deepen defence cooperation as Rajnath Singh meets Koizumi
Sharing details in a press release, the Ministry of Defence said the two ministers will exchange views on deeper maritime security cooperation and closer collaboration in defence equipment and technology under the 'Make in India' framework, following Japan's revision of the Three Principles on Transfer of Defence Equipment and Technology
ECI revises Maharashtra SIR schedule, final voter list on November 4
The Election Commission has revised Maharashtras Special Intensive Revision schedule, with the draft electoral roll now due on August 31 and the final voter list on November 4. Voters will have a month to file claims and objections, while 7.71 crore electors have submitted forms
Cabinet clears Rs 13,041 crore infra push, including 4 railway projects
The Union Cabinet approved five infrastructure projects worth Rs 13,041 crore, including four multi-tracking railway projects on the HowrahChennai corridor and a four-lane highway in Bihar. The projects aim to ease congestion, boost freight movement and improve connectivity
Mumbai bus operators protest e-challans, to hold hunger strike on Thursday
The protest will be organised by the Mumbai Bus Malak Sanghatana (MBMS), along with other transporters associations, from 11 am to 5 pm outside the offices of the District Collector, Mumbai Suburban District, and the Transport Commissioner, Maharashtra, in Bandra
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 19: In 1978, a single outlet in Bandra opened its doors with a simple promise: authentic Mughlai food, made without shortcuts. Fifty years, four outlets and a fifth in the pipeline later, that promise has made Persian Darbar one of Mumbai's most enduring names in Mughlai cuisine - and one that has never once turned to a franchise model to grow.
Pakistan: Govt to seek review of SC order on Imran Khan's hospital transfer
Pakistan's Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar said the government will seek a review of the Supreme Court's order on Imran Khan's hospital transfer, arguing it goes beyond legal parameters. The govt wants the jailed former PM examined at a tertiary-care government hospital
Four multi-tracking projects worth Rs 9,450 crore get Cabinet nod
These projects will have many benefits, like strengthening passenger and freight movement, reducing congestion and greater logistics efficiency. The better connectivity will also facilitate commerce and tourism in these states, PM Modi said in a post on X
Novonesis to roll out 3,000-crore Maharashtra investment over next 24-36 months
Danish bio-solutions major Novonesis will begin rolling out its proposed 2,500-3,000 crore Maharashtra investment over the next two to three years, expanding its Patalganga manufacturing base
Janata Tawa & Grill, Hotel Radha, 3 Others Lose Food Licence In Latest FDA Crackdown In Mumbai
Maharashtra FDA suspends five food licences after inspections find multiple safety lapses
Delhi CNG station blast: Toll rises to 3, all victims fuel station employees
The CNG cylinder of the truck exploded at the fuel station near Tikri Kalan Metro Station in the Outer Delhi area on Wednesday while it was being filled, the officials said. Six people were injured in the incident, the Delhi Police said
Maharashtra voter lists delayed, these are the new dates
The Election Commission has revised the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Maharashtra, extending the deadline for filing claims and objections and pushing the publication of the final electoral roll to November 4.
Weather Tomorrow August 20: Several regions will experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms on August 20. In Delhi, moderate rain is anticipated along with overcast skies. Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir are under warning for intense rain and possible lightning strikes. Additionally, Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra are set for heavy showers, whereas Gujarat and Rajasthan can expect scattered light rain and isolated thunderstorms in certain areas.
ECI revises Maharashtra SIR schedule, final voter list to be published on November 4
The Election Commission has announced an updated schedule for Maharashtra's electoral roll, pushing back crucial deadlines. The publication of the draft electoral roll is now slated for August 31, with the deadline for objections set for September 30. The rationalization of polling stations will wrap up by August 24, and document collection has already concluded on August 17.
600 students who left 'haunted' Maha school get new hostel
Girl students at a government residential school in Amravati, Maharashtra, are moving to a new hostel after nearly 600 students left, claiming some girls were possessed. Officials attributed the strange behaviour to mental stress and local superstitions, including beliefs about spirits and upset deities. The new hostel aims to alleviate overcrowding and provide a better environment.
Pune rape-murder case: Sunetra Pawar, Supriya Sule seek fast-track trial
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar described the incident as extremely tragic and heart-wrenching and said she had spoken to Pune Rural Superintendent of Police Sandeep Singh Gill to review the investigation
Kolkata hotel blaze: 'Prompt response by fire brigade saved around 80 lives'
Prompt action by Fire Brigade personnel helped rescue around 80 people from a central Kolkata building after a devastating hotel blaze killed nine, including a child and two women. Minister Kaushik Chowdhury said most deaths appeared to be due to asphyxia
CBI nabs key suspect in 'cyber slavery' trafficking network in Southeast Asia
According to the investigative agency, the accused sent at least four individuals from Haryana's Hisar area in 2025 to scam compounds and statements of those victims reveal a disturbing pattern of deception and exploitation
School holiday August 20: Tomorrow's monsoon rains may lead to school closures in multiple regions of India, particularly in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh, where heavy rainfall is expected. While there are no confirmed statewide school holidays for August 20, authorities are proactively assessing potential flooding and landslide impacts on travel safety. Parents are urged to stay updated with local announcements regarding school operations.
NEET (UG) paper leak: SC directs Centre to detail steps taken on NTA reforms
The seven-member Radhakrishnan Committee was set up by the Ministry of Education in the wake of the NEET (UG) paper leak to make recommendations on reforms in the examination process, improvement in data security protocols, and the structure and functioning of the NTA
Colombia earthquake: Death toll rises to 312; over 4,600 injured
The National Unit for Disaster Risk Management reported that the quake had affected 470 municipalities in 15 departments, adding that 277 buildings had collapsed, while close to 30,000 homes were destroyed and over 134,000 others damaged
Tamil Nadu extends 365-day maternity leave to women employees for third child
Tamil Nadu is the first state to follow family planning in a restricted sense. That is why we stopped at two children. It is better to have only two children in a family, which will help the family and enable the parents to bring up their children, the DMK leaders said
Amruta Fadnavis Thanks US Ambassador for Praising Devendra Fadnavis
Nagpur, August 19: US Ambassador Sergio Gore recently praised Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis as a passionate leader during an event. He highlighted that Maharashtra is on the world map for two reasons: Mumbai and its exceptional Chief Minister. When Amruta Fadnavis, the Chief Ministers wife, was asked about this commendation, she expressed her gratitude ... Read more Amruta Fadnavis Thanks US Ambassador for Praising Devendra Fadnavis
Congress CWC to discuss strategy on students, Ram temple donation allegations
The Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting will be held at Indira Bhawan at 3 pm, with party president Mallikarjun Kharge chairing it and top leaders, including former party chief Rahul Gandhi and general secretaries Jairam Ramesh and K C Venugopal, among others, set to attend
Man walks into MP civic office with dog mask over 'sterilisation irregularities'
Deepak Mullu Rathore, Opposition leader, Khandwa Municipal Corporation, accused the Khandwa civic body of alleged corruption in the name of sterilising stray dogs
ED raids Azam Khan's Jauhar University, trust among 10 places in UP, Delhi
Officials said the investigation pertains to alleged diversion of government contract funds through private contractors and their subsequent utilisation, including for creation of assets of the university and trust
Omar Abdullah to discuss Jammu and Kashmir situation with US envoy Sergio Gor
CM Abdullah told reporters here during his visit to review the developmental works in the city that the issues concerning Jammu and Kashmir have to be resolved by the Centre and not by Washington, as he ruled out raising any grievances with the US Ambassador during their scheduled meeting
Ebix and NSDL Payments Bank Cross One Crore Registrations Under MSRTC NCMC Programmes
Issued with NSDL Payments Bank on the RuPay network under MSRTCs Smart Card Concession Project, the cards have replaced paper concession passes for students, senior citizens, persons with disabilities and freedom fighters across 16,000 villages in Maharashtra, in line with the Prime Ministers One Nation, One Card vision.
Onida announces settlement agreement with workers' union at Wada factory
Onida Electronics announced that an understanding has been reached between the Company and one of the permanent workers' unions representing the majority of workers employed at the Company's factory situated at Kudus, Wada, Palghar District, Maharashtra, for mutual settlement.
Foreign national dies during questioning at Surat station after train brawl
The unidentified man, believed to be in his 40s, was travelling to Delhi on the Golden Temple Express after boarding the train at Mumbai's Borivali station, the GRP said
B-Right Real Estate Outlines Vision 2033
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 19: B-Right Real Estate Group outlined its long-term roadmap at its Vision 2033 event, with the company sharing plans to develop approximately 4.7 million sq. ft. of real estate in Mumbai by 2033. The company reiterated that its future growth will remain focused on Mumbai, where it has built its presence around redevelopment-led projects.
Kolkata hotel fire: Nine killed, SIT formed to probe blaze
A Kolkata hotel fire on Mirza Ghalib Street killed nine people, including a child, and saw around 60 others rescued. Kolkata Police has formed an SIT to probe the blaze, while the West Bengal government plans checks on hotel permits and fire licences
From A Six-Year-Old Beginner To Arjuna Award: Maharashtra
From discovering chess at six in Nashik to becoming a Grandmaster, Candidates contender and Olympiad champion, Vidit Gujrathi is now set for the Arjuna Award.
CBI arrests MIB officer for allegedly accepting Rs 10 lakh bribe through wife
After negotiation, the accused agreed to accept a bribe of Rs 10 lakh from the complainant to expeditiously process the renewal file for the private company's contract, which was pending before him, the CBI spokesperson said in a statement
Himachal Pradesh weather: Monsoon to weaken after August 23, IMD says
Katiyar said several parts of the state received moderate to heavy rainfall during the past 24 hours, with the plains of Bilaspur and Hamirpur recording around 12-13 cm of rain
Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik on Wednesday said a campaign to teach Marathi to taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers has been underway in the state for the past 105 days and during this period, 165,000 drivers...
Raebareli court sentences 14 to life in 2019 murder case, acquits two
District Judge Amit Pal Singh also imposed a fine of Rs 35,000 each on the 14 convicts, who were subsequently sent to jail, prosecution officials said
UP rains: CISF rescues seven, including three children, from flooded township
CISF firefighters rescued seven residents, including three children and two women, from flooded residential quarters at the NTPC Rihand township in Uttar Pradesh after heavy rainfall caused water levels to rise to nearly 4.5 feet. No injuries or casualties were reported
New auto, taxi badges: Marathi verification process to be videographed from Aug 20
IMA office-bearers say a short-term pharmacology course cannot replace the comprehensive medical education and clinical training required to practise modern medicine. They say the decision can compromise patient safety and the quality of treatment
IMA office-bearers say a short-term pharmacology course cannot replace the comprehensive medical education and clinical training required to practise modern medicine. They say the decision can compromise patient safety and the quality of treatment
Action against drivers not knowing Marathi from tomorrow
Maharashtra's Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced a drive against auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers lacking a 'working knowledge' of Marathi, with penalties ranging from licence suspension to cancellation, sparking fears among non-Marathi speaking drivers.
Maharashtra CM can now override Cabinet Ministers' decisions: What the new rules are
The Maharashtra government has framed new rules empowering Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to override decisions taken by any Cabinet minister in the state. The state government has officially notified the Maharashtra Government Rules of Business, 2026, under which the Chief Minister has been given explicit powers to review, modify or revoke decisions taken by ministers.
Gujarat: 2 dead, 19 hospitalised after consuming spurious liquor in Bhavnagar
Two people have died and 19 others have been hospitalised after allegedly consuming spurious liquor from duplicate IMFL bottles in Gujarats Bhavnagar district. Police have detained four bootleggers and seized several bottles as the probe continues
Three Arrested in Indore for Supplying SIM Cards in Cyber Fraud Case
Indore, August 19: In a significant breakthrough, Indore police have arrested three individuals linked to a cyber fraud case involving approximately 8.5 million, which occurred in Maharashtra and West Bengal. This operation, dubbed Operation Fast 2.0, was executed based on information received from the Ministry of Home Affairs. The state cyber cell had compiled a ... Read more Three Arrested in Indore for Supplying SIM Cards in Cyber Fraud Case
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke questions PM CARES Fund use
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has questioned the utilisation of the PM CARES Fund, citing a reported corpus of around Rs 8,500 crore at the end of FY2024-25. He urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to consider using the fund to improve government school infrastructure across India
Sugar prices rise by Rs 8 per kg to record Rs 58 per kg in Mumbai
Action against drivers without Marathi knowledge from Aug 20: Maharashtra minister
A drive will begin against drivers without working Marathi knowledge. Notices will be issued, followed by license suspension if compliance is not met. Additional Transport Commissioner Ravi Gaikwad will lead the month-long statewide initiative. Drivers face a one-month notice to acquire Marathi proficiency. Failure can result in license suspension and permit cancellation.
Maharashtra CM gets power to override decisions in 'public interest'
The provision comes three years after the Bombay HC ruled that then CM Eknath Shinde lacked independent power under the existing law to review or modify a decision taken by the minister in charge
Major impact in 8-10 days: Maharashtra FDA chief warns eateries near schools
Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe said the impact of intensified action against eateries near schools and colleges will be visible in 8-10 days, as authorities step up inspections and enforcement across the state
Meghalaya Cabinet Clears Higher Education Reforms, Approves 2 New University Proposals
Shillong, August 19: The Meghalaya Cabinet on Wednesday approved a series of measures aimed at strengthening higher education in the state, including amendments to three existing university Acts, proposals for two new universities and the repeal of the International Open University Act. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said the Cabinet approved the Maharashtra Institute of... The post Meghalaya Cabinet Clears Higher Education Reforms, Approves 2 New University Proposals first appeared on Northeast Today .
India-Singapore roundtable: Indian ministers to push for deeper economic ties
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, and Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology and Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada will represent India at the high-level meeting
New rules have been made for app-based passenger services including Ola, Uber and Rapido in Maharashtra, which will come into effect from September 1. Know the rules of license, driver, fare, GPS and 80% earning. Now the Transport Department is going to tighten the noose on vehicles providing app-based passenger services including Ola-Uber, Rapido. New [] The post Ola Uber Rapido New Rules: New rules for app based transport like Ola-Uber-Rapido, will be applicable from September 1 first appeared on informalnewz .
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay hikes health insurance cover to Rs 25 lakh annually
Outlining significant new initiatives to improve the state's healthcare system, the chief minister emphasised that medical care is a fundamental right, not a privilege, and the government aims to remove barriers to quality healthcare regardless of income or location
'Writing about my life did not come easily to me': Sonia Gandhi on memoir
Titled ''Belonging: A Journey of Love'', the memoir will be released in hardcover and ebook by Knopf on November 10, with an audio edition to be published by Penguin Random House. The publisher said an announced first printing of 100,000 copies has been set
