Rahul Gandhi has raised his voice against the BJP, alleging they have concocted a mechanism for election manipulation in critical regions including Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Assam, and West Bengal. He proclaimed that the BJP's reckoning is imminent, as the electorate's frustration grows.
Govt. to hold talks with Maharashtra on Tummidihatti barrage soon
Over 9,000 Animal Cruelty Cases In 2024; Maharashtra Tops States, J&K Leads UTs: NCRB
New Delhi, May 8: In a first, the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has included cases of crime and cruelty against animals in its annual database Crime in India 2024, recording a total of 9,039 cases under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act across the country. The data comes amid persistent demands from animal rights activists, who have long argued that while attacks by animals on humans are documented, there has been no official nationwide database tracking cruelty against [] The post Over 9,000 Animal Cruelty Cases In 2024; Maharashtra Tops States, J&K Leads UTs: NCRB appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Warehouse for prosthetics and other critical medical devices opens in Maharashtra
Celcius Logistics and Ottobock India have launched a new warehouse in Thane, Maharashtra. This facility will store and distribute prosthetics and critical medical devices. The partnership aims to create a strong distribution network for high-value medical products. This initiative will improve nationwide delivery of prosthetic solutions. Warehouse capacity is set to increase by 25 percent next year.
Maharashtra government orders strict implementation of POSH Act after Nashik TCS case
Maharashtra government mandates strict adherence to the Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act. All establishments with ten or more employees must form Internal Complaints Committees and register on the She-Box portal. This directive follows a serious incident at a Nashik TCS unit. Non-compliance risks penalties up to fifty thousand rupees and potential license cancellation.
A Will has always been optionally registrable under Section 18 of the Registration Act, 1908, and registration is not mandatory for validity. What Maharashtra has now done, by extending its One District One Registration framework to testamentary instruments, is two-fold: it has decoupled the act of registration from territorial jurisdiction, and reaffirmed the nominal Rs 100 fee with no statutory deadline for presenting the will.
Maharashtra Government Intensifies Action Against Conversion Networks: Chitra Wagh
Mumbai, May 8: Maharashtra BJP leader Chitra Wagh has expressed strong support for state government and police actions in response to the arrest of Nida Khan in connection with forced conversions and allegations of love jihad. She emphasized the seriousness of these issues, particularly the involvement of international companies in conversion activities, and stated that ... Read more Maharashtra Government Intensifies Action Against Conversion Networks: Chitra Wagh
MV Hondius hantavirus timeline: How rare virus killed three on luxury cruise
The ship, operated by Oceanwide Expeditions, was carrying around 150 passengers and crew from nearly 28 nationalities when the outbreak unfolded. While most passengers are tourists, the presence of two Indian crew members has drawn attention back home as global tracking efforts continue
EU monitor says sea temperatures near all-time highs as El Nino looms
The Copernicus Climate Change Service has warned that global sea surface temperatures are approaching record highs as El Nino conditions begin to emerge. Scientists say the weather phenomenon, combined with long-term climate change, could push global temperatures to new extremes in the coming years
Maharashtra Class 10 results out; over 92% students pass, girls outperform boys again
Girls secured an overall pass percentage of 94.96 as against boys' 89.56%, board chairman Trigun Kulkarni said
Maharashtras Pollution Control Chief Takes Indias Environmental Governance Case to Europe
Siddhesh Kadam, Chairman of the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board, addresses Europes largest plastic recycling summit in Amsterdam, becoming the first Maharashtra environmental official to represent India at the Plastic Recycling Show Europe, and places the countrys traceability framework on the global map.
TCS conversion case: Was key accused Nida Khan hiding in AIMIM leader`s house?
Khan was arrested late on Thursday night after being on the run for over 40 days. Several news reports, quoting police sources, said that the 26-year-old former employee at the TCS Nashik BPO unit was hiding in a flat in the Kausar Park area of Naregaon for about five days
'Raja Shivaji' BO day 8 [LIVE]: Riteish Deshmukh film eyes Rs. 75 crore
'Raja Shivaji', directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, has delivered the greatest opening week in Marathi cinema history with Rs. 52.65 crore India net in Week 1 and is chasing the Rs. 75 crore India net target as its second weekend begins. Released on Maharashtra Day (May 1, 2026), the Rs. 100 crore historical epic the most expensive Marathi film ever made features Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Genelia Deshmukh and the debut of Rahyl Deshmukh, with Salman Khan's still-viral surprise cameo as Jiva Mahala continuing to drive footfalls.
Maharashtra SSC Result 2026: Pass percentage dips to 92.09%, girls outperform boys again
MSBSHSE declared SSC 2026 results on May 8 with a 92.09% pass rate among regular students and 90.75% overall. Over 16 lakh students registered, and 14.52 lakh passed. Girls outperformed boys by 5.40 percentage points. Konkan topped divisions, while Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar ranked lowest. More than 4.22 lakh students secured distinction, and 6,612 schools achieved 100% results. The Board also announced ATKT, counselling support, and revaluation processes to assist students.
Drums of triumph, shadows of defeat: Pakistan after Operation Sindoor
While processions, posters and patriotic speeches tried hard to sell the image of success, after Operation Sindoor, the ruins of damaged terror camps and growing unease within militant circles quietly told a less festive story in Pakistan
Maharashtra SSC 2026 results show girls outperform boys by 5.40 percentage points, with girls at 94.96% and boys at 89.56% among regular students. Over 15.42 lakh students appeared, with 14.20 lakh passing. The gap persists across all divisions including Mumbai, Pune, Konkan etc. Girls also exceed state average 92.09%. The trend reflects consistent gender disparity in performance across Maharashtra board examinations, highlighting stronger conversion rate and academic consistency among girl students statewide.
The Bombay High Court has raised serious concerns over the deteriorating state of urban planning in Mumbai, describing the situation as abysmal while undertaking a detailed review of the Maharashtra Slum Areas (Improvement, Clearance and Redevelopment) Act, 1971. The court observed that years of ineffective planning and poor execution have significantly contributed to the growing [] The post Bombay High Court flags systemic urban planning failures, orders comprehensive audit of Maharashtra Slum Act appeared first on India Legal .
Maharashtra SSC 2026: Konkan tops state, MumbaiPune maintain strong hold in division-wise race
Maharashtra SSC 2026 division-wise results show Konkan leading the state with 97.62% pass rate, followed by Kolhapur, Mumbai, and Pune. MSBSHSE data highlights strong urban performance and a clear regional gap, with Nagpur, Latur, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar at lower rankings. Overall regular student pass percentage stands at 92.09%. The results reflect consistent academic strength in western Maharashtra while indicating disparities across divisions, shaped by geography, infrastructure, and institutional performance trends across the state overall level.
SC denies bail to Delhi University student in Noida workers protest case
The Supreme Court bench of Justices BV Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan advised the counsel to approach the Allahabad High Court for bail pleas in the Noida protest case
Maharashtra SSC Class 10 Result 2026 is out. Students unhappy with marks can apply for rechecking or photocopies. Revaluation is also an option. Those who failed one or two subjects can use the ATKT facility for supplementary exams. Students seeking better scores can apply for improvement exams. All applications are online..
The Maharashtra State Board (MSBSHSE) has declared SSC 2026 results, showing an overall pass percentage of 90.75% and 92.09% success among regular students. Out of 16 lakh candidates, over 14.5 lakh passed. Girls once again outperformed boys by a significant margin. Private and repeater categories recorded lower pass rates, while thousands of schools achieved 100% results. The findings highlight steady academic performance and strong outcomes across Maharashtras education system this year.
Maharashtra SSC Board Result 2026 is out. Girls have once again achieved better pass percentages than boys. The gender gap in the Class 10 examination has widened this year. This trend of girls outperforming boys has been consistent over the past few years. The overall pass percentage for 2026 was 76.33%.
Committee asks BMC to prepare green belt plan for Kanjur dump
Starmer`s Labour suffers losses as Reform UK gains in England local polls
Partial local election results in United Kingdom showed losses for Prime Minister Keir Starmers Labour Party, while Nigel Farages Reform UK made significant gains in several working-class areas. The results have intensified pressure on Starmer amid growing dissatisfaction with his leadership and government policies
Nullah inspections expose fault lines between BJP, Sena in BMC
Mumbai's ruling Mahayuti alliance faces internal friction as Deputy Mayor Sanjay Ghadi accuses BJP leaders, including Mayor Ritu Tawde, of sidelining Shiv Sena corporators during monsoon-preparedness inspections. Ghadi expressed a need for better coordination, while Tawde denied any conflict, stating elected representatives should inspect different areas to expedite work. This follows a previous protocol dispute during an event.
Surveillance intensified in Bengal as probe continues into Suvendu aides murder
Police in West Bengal have intensified surveillance and searches in border districts as investigators suspect professional shooters from neighbouring states may be involved in the murder of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikaris aide Chandranath Rath. Authorities are also probing possible local criminal support in the attack carried out in Madhyamgram
Maharashtra SSC Result 2026 Out: 92.09% Pass Rate, Konkan Emerges as Top Division
Maharashtra SSC Result 2026 announced with 92.09% overall pass percentage; Konkan tops among all divisions. Check here to know district wise pass percentage.
Nida Khan Arrested in Nashik Conversion Case
Mumbai, May 8: Nida Khan, one of the main accused in a controversial conversion and harassment case linked to the TCS office in Nashik, has been arrested by Maharashtra police after evading capture for several days. According to officials, Khan was apprehended on Thursday from a residential apartment in the Kaisar Colony area of Naregaon, ... Read more Nida Khan Arrested in Nashik Conversion Case
Indian crew among those onboard cruise hit by hantavirus outbreak on MV Hondius
The ship, carrying passengers from 28 countries, departed Argentina on April 1 and is heading toward Spains Canary Islands. Health authorities are tracing passengers who disembarked at St Helena, while WHO says the risk of a pandemic is low but confirmed rare human-to-human transmission of the virus
Five Hantavirus cases confirmed on cruise vessel, public risk remains low: WHO
The WHO has confirmed an outbreak of hantavirus aboard the cruise ship Hondius in the Atlantic Ocean, with eight total cases including three deaths and five confirmed infections
Watch: How a Hindi exam triggered a political storm in Maharashtra | Pulse Maharashtra
A mandatory Hindi examination for Maharashtra government employees sparked massive political backlash, forcing the State government to suspend the exam scheduled for June 28. The government has also announced a review of the 1976 rule linked to the three-language policy. In this episode of Pulse Maharashtra, we decode how the controversy reignited debates around Marathi identity, linguistic pride and fears of Hindi imposition.
Donald Trump says hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship appears `under control`
When asked whether Americans should be worried about the virus spreading further, Trump said he hoped the outbreak would remain contained
PM Modi reflects in op-ed on Somnaths legacy ahead of temple visit on May 11
Modi said Somnath temple represents Indias cultural continuity and announced special pujas for the next 1,000 days as a tribute to its legacy. He also urged citizens to visit, calling it a reflection of Indias unconquerable spirit
Asaduddin Owaisi says Vande Mataram cannot be treated on par with Jana Gana Mana
BJP president N Ramchander Rao took exception to Owaisi`s objections to the government`s decision and said the AIMIM leadership views any form of cultural integration as a threat to religious exclusivism
Dead foetuskept in womb for 22 hours in Maharashtras Beed; health dept. forms committee to probe
Family of the woman has alleged that the doctor attempted to hide the negligence and gain financial benefits
MSBSHSE SSC Results 2026: Maharashtra Board's SSC Class 10 results for 2026 are out today at 11:30 am. Over 16 lakh students can check their scores on mahahsscboard.in and sscresult.mkcl.org. To avoid website traffic, students can also use DigiLocker or SMS. The official announcement confirmed the revised time, ensuring students can access their results promptly.
Iran claims missile strike on US naval vessels after tanker attack
Iran has claimed its forces launched missile strikes on US naval vessels in the Strait of Hormuz after American forces attacked an Iranian-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman. The US military said the tanker failed to comply with blockade warnings, while tensions between Iran and the United States continue to escalate in the region
US court blocks Donald Trump`s new global tariffs after Supreme Court setback
A US federal court has ruled against President Donald Trumps new 10 per cent global tariffs, finding that he exceeded the authority granted by Congress under trade law. The decision comes months after the Supreme Court struck down broader tariffs imposed by the administration, marking another legal setback for Trumps trade policy agenda
Donald Trump says Iran agreed to hand over nuclear dust under US proposal
According to Trump, the proposal requires Iran to abandon any path toward nuclear weapons development and comply with additional American demands linked to ongoing negotiations
Iranian Vice President claims Tehran nearing major victory amid Gulf tensions
According to Iranian state media, Aref expressed confidence that Iran would overcome the economic and diplomatic pressure imposed by Western countries in recent years
Donald Trump warns EU of higher tariffs if trade deal isn`t approved by July 4
US President Donald Trump has warned that the European Union could face higher tariffs if it fails to approve last years trade framework by July 4. Following a call with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Trump said the EU must fulfil its commitment to reduce tariffs
Trump, EU chief united against Iran nuclear weapons amid trade talks
US President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen held talks on West Asia tensions and agreed that Iran must never acquire nuclear weapons. The leaders also discussed the EU-US trade agreement, with both sides expressing commitment to tariff reductions and implementation of the deal
Iran accuses US of violating ceasefire after Gulf of Oman tanker strike
According to Iranian state media, a spokesperson for Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters claimed that US forces attacked an Iranian oil tanker travelling near the port city of Jask towards the Strait of Hormuz
TVK in limbo over government formation
The TVK won 108 seats in the 234-member Assembly and emerged as the single largest party
Congress to decide on next Kerala CM after UDF victory
UDF secured 102 seats out of the 140 constituencies in the recently held elections
Former minister Mahesh Joshi held in Rs 900 crore JJM scam
The arrest was made a month after retired IAS officer Subodh Agarwal was arrested
South Koreas robot Gabi takes vows at Buddhist temple
Gabi stood 130 cm tall and was dressed in traditional brown Buddhist robes
China: Death penalty to ex-defence ministers over corruption charges
Wei was convicted of accepting bribes, while Li was convicted of both accepting and offering bribes.
Man opens fire in Rajasthan school after leave dispute turns violent
SHO Sunil Lal said the incident took place at a primary school in Todabhim town
Uttar Pradesh: Drinking water makes several sick with diarrhoea
The incident occurred on Wednesday at Krishna Lok Housing Society along the Delhi-Agra highway, near Jait police station
What is zinc phosphide? Rat poison linked to deaths of four members of Mumbai family explained
Four members of the Dokadia family in Mumbai died after consuming watermelon laced with zinc phosphide, a potent rat poison. The toxin releases lethal phosphine gas in the body, leading to rapid organ failure. Despite medical intervention, the family succumbed to the poisoning, leaving authorities to investigate the circumstances of its ingestion.
West Asia tensions: Iran weighs US peace deal as Trump warns of fresh strikes
Trump posted on social media that the war could soon end and that oil and natural gas shipments could restart.
mid-day Opinion: We must keep our gardens neat, clean, and usable
Recently, there was a complete blackout in the garden for a week, after which makeshift floodlights were installed
This week, the unavoidable blahness of the MET Gala was only surpassed by the inimitable Rahul Khanna taking a shower and inviting everyone to watch
Bombay HC upholds acquittal of 21 cops and civilian in Sohrab fake encounter case
The Bombay High Court has upheld the acquittal of 21 police officers and a civilian in the 2005 Sohrabuddin Shaikh fake encounter case. Appeals filed by Shaikh's brothers were dismissed, with the court finding the trial court's verdict reasoned and justified. The CBI had accepted the acquittal, not filing its own appeal.
MSBSHSE SSC Results 2026: Maharashtra Class 10 board exam results are out today, May 8, 2026, at 11.30 am. Over 16.15 lakh students can check their scores on mahahsscboard.in and sscresult.mkcl.org. For easier access, results will also be available on DigiLocker and via SMS. Students need their seat number and their mother's first name to view their marks.
Maharashtra SSC Class 10 Result 2026 LIVE: Direct Link, Marksheet Download, Pass Percentage Details
Maharashtra SSC Result 2026: MSBSHSE will announce the SSC Class 10 results today at 1 pm. Check direct link to download scorecard, official website, pass percentage.
In Maharashtra, three-language policy creates another flashpoint, avoided temporarily
Language groups continue to be aggressive, say wont relent till the government scraps the rule and the exam
Big Bulls cos, directors fined 1.8 crore for disregarding Sebis 98 summons
Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority accepts bids for Kalachowkie redevelopment
Maharashtra plans policy to recognise existing skills and competencies
No ban on cutting fish at Vakola market, says Mumbai Mayor
Maharashtra: Man gets 3-year jail for sex assault on student
Maharashtra: Locals chase drunk truck driver after mishap at Saphale market in Palghar
Family vomited major toxin: How rat poison inside watermelon led to death of 4 in Mumbai
Mumbai concert drug overdose case: Bail denied to three, relief to one
Bombay HC refuses to stay Sir Ratan Tata Trust meeting; Tata Sons board representation on agenda
The Bombay High Court declined to halt a Sir Ratan Tata Trust meeting. A petitioner argued the trust's board composition violates new Maharashtra laws. The court stated the petitioner can seek further relief from a vacation bench. The trust's agenda includes reviewing its representation on Tata Sons' board. The court's decision allows the meeting to proceed as planned.
Mumbai housing societies can expand leisure facilities free of FSI
Crime falls in metro cities by 11%, but Mumbai sees 7% rise
Nida Khan, key accused in Nashik TCS case, arrested in Maharashtra
Arrest comes over 40 days after FIR was registered against her in a rape and sexual exploitation case
Hope Sunetra Pawar emerges as CM face in 2029 elections: Jay
210 trees on Chembur plot set to be cleared for proposed RBI staff quarters project in Mumbai
Maharashtra to update railway land ownership records
Mumbai court grants bail to welder in fatal Metro 4 parapet collapse case
Weekly Pandharpur-Tirupati train services to run as regular trains: CR
The move is expected to improve travel convenience for passengers and strengthen rail connectivity between two major pilgrimage destinations Pandharpur, associated with Lord Vitthal, and Tirupati, home to Lord Venkateswara, a statement said
The revised NPS was launched on the lines of the Centre's unified pension scheme (UPS), a default pension scheme rolled out for the new recruits joining central government jobs starting 1 April 2025.
Breaking barrier: BEST marks new first with woman driver for wet lease bus
Pipeline leak hits water supply in South, Central Mumbai
CBI books middleman for 4 lakh bribe demand from fine art collector-bizman
RPF seizes 13 kg ganja worth Rs 6.5 lakh from train at Ranchi station
The RPF seized 13 kg of ganja worth Rs 6.5 lakh from the Visakhapatnam-Banaras Express at Ranchi station after spotting a suspicious unattended trolley bag
Mumbai airport completes annual pre-monsoon runway maintenance work
IFGE welcomes Maharashtra Compressed Biogas Policy 2026
A key feature of the policy is its focus on diverse feedstocks, including municipal solid waste, agricultural residues, livestock waste and agro-industrial by-products
Noida International Airport to begin commercial operations from June 15
IndiGo will begin commercial flight operations from Noida International Airport on June 15, becoming the first airline to operate from the newly inaugurated airport with flights to over 16 destinations across India
Maharashtra govts new AI policy aims to attract Rs 10,000 crore investment, create 1.5 lakh jobs
Maharashtra Class 10 SSC Result 2026 On May 8 At 1 PM; Here's How To Check
Maharashtra SSC Class 10 results for 2026 will be declared on May 8 at 1 p.m. by MSBSHSE on official websites.
WHO: Cruise ship hantavirus outbreak `not the start of an epidemic`
With five confirmed and three suspected cases including three deaths, WHO says the outbreak is expected to remain limited. The Andes virus strain involved is known for limited human-to-human transmission
Maharashtra Dy CM Eknath Shinde unhurt after mid-air scare aboard helicopter
An official statement said the incident happened when the Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister was flying in a helicopter from Mumbai to Murbad to attend a wedding ceremony in the family of a party colleague; the pilot noticed an approaching storm system and turned around the helicopter
Deceased patients kin vandalise Ulhasnagar Central Hospital, assault staff; 3 booked
SIT recovers motorcycle used in murder of Suvendu Adhikari aide Chandranath Rath
The SIT probing the murder of Suvendu Adhikari aide Chandranath Rath recovered the motorcycle used in the crime, while investigators found fake registration details linked to both vehicles involved in the deadly attack
