Maha govt's proposal to bring private universities under FRA sparks debate
Maharashtra's proposal to bring self-financed private universities and autonomous colleges under Fee Regulatory Authority (FRA) has triggered a debate, with ministers and political leaders expressing divergent views. The FRA regulates fees charged by private unaided professional educational institutions, including those offering medical, engineering, pharmacy and management courses. The proposal was shared by Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Patil, who told a regional news channel that the government was examining the fee structures, financial balances, land allotments and other details of self-financed universities. These institutions would be required to submit affidavits disclosing information about their functioning, he said. Patil questioned whether such universities were currently covered under FRA and how they had acquired land for their campuses, citing examples of educational institutions in Kolhapur and Pune. The minister also referred to allegations ..
Maharashtra women's farm group grows to 803 members, earns Rs 68 lakh
A remarkable transformation has occurred in Maharashtra, where a collective of 20 women farmers has evolved into the Shiv Swarajya Farmer Producer Company, now boasting 803 members and an annual turnover of Rs 68 lakh. Supported by development organizations, they have enhanced their market access and farming resources. The all-female Board of Directors empowers these women, demonstrating the significant potential of unity in rural agricultural development.
'Sharad Pawar, Supriya Sule will not go with Amit Shah's NCP': Sanjay Raut
NCP(SCP) MP Supriya Sule and Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut have dismissed merger reports between NCP factions. Raut emphasized that the legitimate NCP is led by Sharad Pawar, not Ajit Pawar's faction. Sule stated merger discussions ceased following the death of her brother Ajit Pawar earlier this year. Similarly, Maharashtra NCP President Sunil Tatkare rejected merger speculations, insisting they remain committed to the BJP-led NDA.
Mumbai Police Asked To Deploy Additional Security During Diljit Dosanjhs November 27 Concert
Bal Malkit Singh, Executive Chairman of Maharashtra State Punjabi Sahitya Academy, has urged Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to strengthen security for Diljit Dosanjhs November 27 Mumbai concert following potential bomb threat risks.
SMAT 2026: Mumbai, Punjab, Chandigarh, Puducherry Register Wins On Opening Day
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Elite: Mumbai and Punjab registered impressive run-chase victories, while Chandigarh and Puducherry also opened their Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Elite 2026 campaigns with wins as the first four matches of the tournaments opening day got underway. Mumbai produced the most emphatic chase of the opening four matches, defeating Hyderabad by seven wickets after reaching a target of 173 in just 13.1 overs. Suryakumar Yadav led the charge with an unbeaten 60 off 21 balls, while Musheer Khan struck 51 off 24 deliveries. Angkrish Raghuvanshi added 27 off 13 as Mumbai raced to 174/3. Earlier, Hyderabad were bowled out for 172 in 20 overs, with Abhirath Reddy top-scoring with 35 off 24 balls. Maxwell Swaminathan claimed three wickets for Mumbai, while Sairaj Patil and Shivam Dube each picked up two. Punjab also completed a successful chase, edging past Haryana by four wickets after reaching 193/6 in 19.1 overs while chasing 191. Vihaan Malhotra anchored the innings with 86 off 50 balls, including eight fours and five sixes. Uday Saharan provided the finishing touch with an unbeaten 38 off 17 deliveries, hitting the winning boundary against Rahul Tewatia. Haryana had posted 190/6, powered by Dinesh Banas 42 off 20 balls, Rahul Tewatias 35 off 20 and Samant Jakhars quickfire 24 off 12. Harpreet Brar claimed two wickets for Punjab, while Sumit Kumar took three for Haryana. Chandigarh secured a tense three-wicket victory over Baroda, reaching 149/7 in 19.5 overs after restricting their opponents to 148/6. Shivam Bhambri held the chase together with 45 off 41 balls, while Aarush Bhandari contributed 26 off 18. Jagjit Singh struck the decisive boundary in the final over to seal the win. Barodas innings was built around Shivalik Sharmas 45 off 42 and Krunal Pandyas unbeaten 40 off 42. Bhanu Pania added a brisk 19 off seven balls, while Krunal also impressed with the ball, returning figures of 2/7 in four overs. In the fourth match, Puducherry defended a challenging 204/9 to beat Maharashtra by 15 runs. Bhanu Anand and Parameeswaran Sivaraman both scored 46, while Pugazhendi Akash hammered 42 off just 14 deliveries to lift Puducherry to a formidable total. Maharashtra mounted a strong response, led by Sahil Parakhs 57 off 29 balls and Arshin Kulkarnis 33 off 18. However, Badal Rawats three-wicket haul for 12 runs helped Puducherry restrict Maharashtra to 189/5 and secure the victory. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has dismissed reports of a possible merger between the two Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) factions in Maharashtra, calling the speculation a fairy tale. He said the issue would be put to rest within a day or two and ruled out the possibility of Sharad Pawar and Supriya Sule joining the faction associated with Amit Shah.
'Full stop after...': Supriya Sule rules out NCP merger talks amid speculation
Amid ongoing speculation over a possible alliance between the two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) in Maharashtra, Sharad Pawar's daughter and NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule has said that discussions on the matter ended following the death of her brother, Ajit Pawar.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 14 (IANS) Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC on Saturday questioned the allegations of phone tapping made by Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, asking why Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be interested in tapping his phone. Congress leaders hit back at the BJP and defended LoP Gandhi's allegations. Speaking to IANS, Shaina NC said, Why would PM Modi tap Rahul Gandhi's phone? Tell me, is he a secret agent? Does he have any secret information? If you want to make allegations, you must come out of Modi phobia. Only then will you understand. She further criticised LoP Rahul Gandhi, alleging that he lacked a vision and a concrete plan and repeatedly invoked the Prime Minister's name to portray him negatively. You have repeated Modi ji's name so much, morning and evening, that you have portrayed him as a villain. In fact, he is a hero. You should look for someone else to portray as a villain, she said. Meanwhile, Congress leaders defended LoP Rahul Gandhi's allegations and accused the BJP-led government of using agencies to target political opponents and undermine the federal structure. Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy said LoP Rahul Gandhi's allegations reflected the way the Central government was functioning and alleged that the BJP wanted to weaken regional parties and consolidate political power. Rahul ji's allegation on phone tapping is clearly showing us how the Modi government is acting. They want to destabilise the federal structure and regional parties. They want a 'One Nation, One Party, Double Engine Sarkar'. All these things are in their interest to remain in power for a long time, and they are using all the agencies, which we can clearly see, he said. Referring to Telangana's political history, Reddy alleged that former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao had also resorted to phone tapping during his tenure to prevent the Congress from coming to power. As LoP Rahul Gandhi rightly said, they are using everything for the sake of staying in power, he added. Congress leader and AICC in-charge for Telangana, Sachin Sawant, also criticised the BJP, alleging that phone tapping, gathering Intelligence on individuals and blackmailing them had become part of its political modus operandi. This has been the attitude and policy of the Bharatiya Janata Party. This is how the Constitution and democracy of this country have been put in danger, he said. Referring to Maharashtra, Sawant alleged that the phones of several political leaders had been tapped in the state, describing it as a major scandal. So, what is new about this? This is Modi ji's gift to this country, he added.
Ramayana Language Row: NCP Leader Questions Marathis Exclusion, Demands Marathi Dub And Re-Release
Patil argued that as Maharashtra is a major theatrical market, Marathi audiences deserve to watch the film in their mother tongue. He clarified the demand isn't against other languages, but aims for equal respect and representation.
Microsoft 365 outage: Outlook and Teams services witness broad recovery
Microsoft has apologised to customers and partners after a two-day outage disrupted Outlook, Teams and other Microsoft 365 services worldwide. The company said a technical issue linked to an earlier network capacity upgrade caused the disruption, ruling out a cyberattack or AI-related incident
'NCP merger talks a laughing stock, damaging Sharad Pawar's image'
Shiv Sena (UBT) has criticized the ongoing merger discussions involving the NCP, accusing them of being detrimental. The editorial mentions that Sharad Pawar's engagement with the BJP-affiliated group creates confusion in Maharashtra. It also highlights the internal struggles among NCP leaders and their shifting loyalties. Supriya Sule's statement about the merger drama reflects the ongoing conflicts within the party.
NCP Leaders Back Merger of Two Factions, Bhujbal Calls for Collective Decision
Bhujbal's remarks came days after Maharashtra NCP chief Sunil Tatkare spoke in favour of merging the two factions
Assam: 23 dead in head-on collision between minibus and container truck
At least 23 people were killed and 20 injured after a minibus collided head-on with a container truck near Kaziranga National Park in Assam on Friday. The accident occurred on National Highway-715 near Hathikuli Tea Estate, with several college students among the deceased
Manipur: Four civilians, including two women, killed in suspected attack
Four civilians, including two women, were killed after suspected militants opened fire on two four-wheelers in Manipur's Ukhrul district on Friday. The incident took place in the New Heaven area along the Imphal-Ukhrul road, police said
Rahul Gandhi renews debate challenge to PM Modi, makes phone-tapping allegation
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has alleged that his phone is being tapped by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and claimed he has evidence of his allegations on the device. Gandhi also renewed his challenge to Modi for a one-on-one debate, saying it could end the Prime Minister's political career
SpaceX set for Starship double-catch landing
SpaceX is preparing for a historic Starship test flight, attempting to recover both the Super Heavy booster and the upper-stage spacecraft using the launch tower's mechanical chopstick arms. A successful double catch would mark a major milestone in the company's push for rapid rocket reusability
Pakistan claims 74 militants killed in security operations
Pakistan has announced that its security forces killed at least 74 militants in operations across Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa beginning November 3. The forces also recovered weapons, ammunition and improvised explosive devices during the operations
Iran says it destroyed US radar in Bahrain
In a separate incident, Iran said that a Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) tanker triggered an explosion after striking a mine in the eastern Strait of Hormuz, allegedly after ignoring repeated warnings.
Little Nilakanta bows out bravely
Indian hockey midfielder Nilakanta Sharmas recent retirement call is a brave one, just like his courageous on-field tackles and fearless off-field advocacy for his home state Manipur
Cleanliness must always be a joint effort
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Why are international airlines being asked to shift to Navi Mumbai? | Explained
What has triggered the dispute between airport operator Adani Group and foreign carriers? How has Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stepped in to challenge the proposed shift?
Digital arrest for 2 months: How fake cops duped 71-year-old retired executive of Rs 6.3 crore
Iran claims 2 oil tankers exploded after hitting naval mines in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's IRGC Navy has claimed that two oil tankers exploded and caught fire after striking naval mines while attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz without coordinating with Iranian authorities. The claims come amid escalating tensions involving Iran, the US and Israel
99.4% of 1.2cr voters issued SIR notices in Maharashtra verified
Gondhal movie review: What a baffling pick!
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New Delhi, Nov 13:The Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court has quashed criminal proceedings against a 26-year-old man booked for protesting against poor road conditions in Maharashtras Chandrapur district, observing that peaceful civic protests cannot be criminalised in the absence of concrete evidence of unlawful restraint or violence. According to Bar & Bench, Justice MW Chandwani, in an October 29 order, said the constitutional right to protest must not be confused with grounds for launching criminal prosecution. The lines between the constitutional right to protest and the unleashing of penal prosecutions cannot be allowed to be blurred. If this mindset gains traction, it would be a sad day for democracy, the court observed as reported by Bar & Bench. The case, Nishkarsh Kiran Nimgade v. State of Maharashtra, arose from an incident on January 21 this year, when a pickup vehicle overturned near Mauza Nandgaon after hitting an electricity pole, leaving several passengers injured. Following the accident, local residents gathered at the spot and demanded action against Public Works Department (PWD) officials and the contractor over the poor condition of the road. The protesters allegedly tied a rope across the road. Police subsequently registered an FIR against Nimgade for offences including wrongful restraint and unlawful assembly under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), besides provisions of the Maharashtra Police Act, 1951. Examining the charge-sheet, Justice Chandwani noted that the prosecution had not recorded statements of any commuters to establish that traffic was obstructed. The accuseds name had also surfaced only after the police dispersed the gathering. Merely because a large number of persons gathered to agitate against the condition of the road and insisting for action against the erring officials of PWD department and the contractor, it cannot be presumed that the people gathered on the spot formed an unlawful assembly, the court said. The High Court further emphasised that Article 19(1)(b) of the Constitution guarantees citizens the right to assemble peacefully and without arms. It said criminal proceedings should not become a means of suppressing legitimate and non-violent democratic protests. Holding that the prosecution against Nimgade amounted to an abuse of the legal process, the court quashed the FIR and the charge-sheet under Section 528 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita.
Friendships forged beyond cricket field matter more than trophies: CM Omar Abdullah
Chatha/Jammu, Nov 13:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday inaugurated the 22nd All India Vice-Chancellors T20 Cricket Tournament 2026 at the Cricket Ground, Main Campus of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-Jammu), Chatha. Being hosted by SKUAST-Jammu from November 13 to 23, the prestigious national-level tournament has brought together 24 teams representing universities from different parts of the country, including six teams from J&K and 18 from other states. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister, as per an official statement, congratulated SKUAST-Jammu, the participating universities and their Vice-Chancellors for bringing university employees together on a common sporting platform. He said the tournament was a welcome initiative that provided an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the contribution of university employees who work behind the scenes in strengthening academic institutions. Universities are not just about students. They are also built by the people who work behind the scenes to make these institutions shine. Often, these employees do not get the opportunity to come to the forefront. This tournament gives them a platform to showcase their talent and come together through sports, he said. Emphasising that the spirit of the tournament should go beyond competition, the Chief Minister said that while teams would compete against each other on the field, the real achievement would be the friendships and bonds they establish during their stay in Jammu. He observed that victory and defeat were integral to sports and urged participants to treat both with equanimity. Quoting renowned writer Rudyard Kipling, he said, If you can meet with triumph and disaster, and treat both those imposters just the same, adding that success and failure were temporary, while the friendships and memories created through such events endured. Referring to Jammu and Kashmirs recent sporting achievements, the Chief Minister said that if the same team continued to win every time, J&K might not have had the opportunity to bring home the Ranji Trophy last year, underlining that competition and changing fortunes were part of the sporting journey. Welcoming the participating teams to Jammu, he described the city as the City of Temples and invited the players to visit Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine and explore the regions cultural and historical attractions, including the Border Tourism facilities along the International Border. The Chief Minister also encouraged the visitors to experience the hospitality and culinary traditions of Jammu, particularly the rich Dogra cuisine, which he said deserved as much appreciation as the well-known delicacies of Kashmir. Earlier, the Chief Minister conducted the toss between the captains of the host SKUAST-Jammu team and Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University Jalgaon team and interacted with players from the participating universities. The inaugural ceremony was attended by Minister for Agriculture Production, Finance, Mining and Cooperatives Javid Ahmad Dar; Minister for Planning, Development and Monitoring, Culture, Youth Services and Sports, and ARI & Trainings Mir Saifullah; and Vice-Chancellor SKUAST-Jammu Prof. B.N. Tripathi, who presided over the function. A major highlight of the ceremony was the impressive parade of participating university teams, reflecting the spirit of unity and sportsmanship. The occasion also witnessed the lighting of the ceremonial torch, which was carried by players around the ground before being handed over to the Chief Minister, who lit the main ceremonial torch. A cultural programme presented by the Madras Regiment added vibrancy to the occasion and was appreciated by the audience. The Ministers appreciated SKUAST-Jammu for hosting the national-level sporting event and emphasised the importance of promoting physical fitness, discipline, teamwork and a healthy sporting culture among employees and educational institutions. In his address, Vice-Chancellor SKUAST-Jammu Prof. B.N. Tripathi expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister and other dignitaries for gracing the occasion. He said hosting the 22nd edition of the tournament was a matter of immense pride for the university and Jammu and Kashmir. He observed that the tournament provided a unique national platform for university employees to showcase their sporting talent, promote physical fitness and strengthen professional relationships beyond their routine academic, research and administrative responsibilities. He also acknowledged the collective efforts of university officers, faculty, staff, students and the organising committee in making the event possible. Director Students Welfare, SKUAST-Jammu and Nodal Officer of the event, Dr Sudhakar Dwivedi; Registrar SKUAST-Jammu Prof. Anil Kumar; other dignitaries; participating teams and delegates from universities across the country were also present. The tournament, exclusively meant for university employees, will continue until November 23, with participating teams competing in a series of T20 matches. Besides promoting healthy competition, the event is expected to strengthen inter-university cooperation and provide an opportunity to showcase Jammu and Kashmirs institutional infrastructure, hospitality and cultural richness.
MPSC exam leak: Candidates get more time to blow the whistle
The Maharashtra government-appointed Commission of Inquiry probing alleged irregularities in nine MPSC examinations has extended the deadline for submitting affidavits from November 16 to November 23. Candidates and others with relevant information can now submit statements and supporting documents
BMC told to halt construction near defence establishments without mandatory NOCs
Maharashtra orders an immediate stop to all ongoing constructions lacking mandatory military clearances, leaving thousands of homeowners stranded
Patna-bound flyers Chhath plan comes crashing down as SpiceJet cancels flight
Alert worker foils robbery bid in Nighoje; one held
71-year-old held for stealing gold jewellery worth Rs5.25 lakh in Pune
Man on scooter snatches gold chain worth Rs3 lakh from college student in Pune
Leopard attacks sugar cane worker in Khed near Pune as harvesting season raises safety concerns
Medical Sq Horror: 2 Police Stns, 80 Onlookers, 10 Mins Of Bloodshed
PCMC to take up recurring water pipeline damage with Maha Metro
Maharashtra notifies new lift safety rules; monthly checks, annual audits now mandatory
NMCS Waste Plants At Bhandewadi Process Only 65% Of Stated Capacity
Chhath Puja Begins Today, NMC Gears Up For Devotee Rush At Four Lakes
Nagpur Metros Pardi Stretch Completes All Foundations, Track Work Begins
Trio armed with sharp weapons attack auto driver in Alandi
Two men face case after abusing, pushing on-duty constable in Kharadi
Eatery at Pune airport temporarily shut after video shows cockroach crawling around food
Vivek Shelkar Achieves Dream Selection in Maharashtra Cricket Team
Fast bowler Vivek Shelkar reflects on his selection for Maharashtras team, marking a significant step in his cricketing journey. Vivek Shelkar Achieves Dream Selection in Maharashtra Cricket Team
Very unfortunate that clerks denied pension after 30 yrs of service: HC
Court Orders Joint Director, Higher Edu, To Release Pension With Arrears & Interest
Water crisis deepens: 29 wells go dry in 23 Nagpur villages
Big Samruddhi pile-up: 18 cars wrecked, 4 injured
IIT-B students call off 57-day sit-in, will continue dialogue with authorities
Now or never: Protest for Vidarbha statehood on Winter Session Day 1
NCP(SP) not interested in merger: Deshmukh
Senior citizen knocked dead by school bus
Indo-French artist uses silk sarees to trace Women of Urban India at an exhibition in the city
18-yr-old Thane athlete wins Youth Olympics bronze with national record
Nurture sensitivity despite hardships: RSS chief Bhagwat
NMMCs quality control mechanism under scrutiny; citizens forum seeks full-time IIT expert
Unclaimed bodies cross mortuary capacity limit at Panvel sub-district hospital
Bed Ke Neeche Rehne Wali brings childhood imaginary friends to the stage
Ganesh Naik opposes govts decision of cluster development in Navi Mumbai
Morbe dams water cannot be drawn for PCMC area amid water scarcity issue
70-yr-old widow found murdered inside locked flat in Khopoli
NMC to connect 7 rural areas with 91 AC buses In NMRDA region
Civic Transport Dept Seeks RTA Nod For Nine Routes; NMRDA Has Already Issued NOC
NMCs New Online System Fails To Unblock Development Works
BJP corporators flag files stuck at various approval levels; commissioner reviews pendency with officials from all 10 zones
Man arrested, police seeks to invoke MCOCA
Court rejects anticipatory bail of advocate in forgery case
Mumbai Climate Week chief invited to join Earthshot India council ahead of Nov 16-17 awards
NCW directs DGP to submit report within 7 days on Naigaon station attack that left woman maimed
No break, Mumbai firefighters rushed from one SOS call to another this Diwali
Data wasnt misused: Bank registers police case one month after 3.7 lakh records were stolen
Average age of diabetes diagnosis down in Mumbai
Wadala couple convicted for abusing Ambedkar in 2019 after losing home
Deadline Extended for Submitting Statements in Maharashtra PSC Exam Irregularities Investigation
The Maharashtra government has extended the deadline for submitting statements regarding irregularities in the MPSC exams to November 23. Deadline Extended for Submitting Statements in Maharashtra PSC Exam Irregularities Investigation
BMCs fresh road-washing plan in Mumbai bars drinking water use, seeks nod for 213 tankers
Nov 20 deadline for road digging before Grand Tour
PMC has set November 20 as the deadline for utility agencies to complete road excavation along the Pune Grand Tour cycling route. Any digging after the deadline will attract penalties of at least four times the prevailing rates.
Two booked for firing rockets towards KIMS Hospital in Thane
Purandar airport tender to be floated soon: CM Fadnavis
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Manoj Tiwari on Friday launched a scathing attack on the Congress for extending support to Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray's social media post regarding Chhath Puja, remarking that such divisive politics is driving the party toward its own downfall. Speaking to ANI, Tiwari asserted that the people of Maharashtra, including the 'Marathi Manus', have rejected such political posturing and no longer entertain rhetoric aimed at undermining cultural celebrations. It is precisely this kind of behaviour that is leading them toward their own downfall. Who even pays any heed to these people in Maharashtra today? No Marathi Manus is willing to give them any standing, all because of these very actions, the BJP MP said. Emphasising that Chhath Puja enjoys widespread reverence and support across Maharashtra, Tiwari added, On the other hand, there is immense support for Chhath; in fact, leader Devendra Fadnavis is a great devotee of the festiv...
Kaziranga road tragedy: 26 killed, including students, as minibus hits container
The passenger vehicle was travelling from Golaghat to Nagaon, while the container truck was headed towards Upper Assam, police said. PM Modi has announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh each for the families of those killed and Rs 50,000 for the injured
Adani Green Energy denies allegations on reducing Tarali PSP project costs
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Nov 13 (IANS) Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) on Friday vehemently denied allegations that it lowered the cost of the Tarali pumped storage project (PSP) in Maharashtra in order to diminish statutory obligations. In a statement, a company spokesperson said that the allegation that the company sought to revise project costs downwards to diminish statutory obligations is completely misleading. The spokesperson said that the online proposal in the forest/wildlife portal was solely for site investigation purposes, while the State Board for Wildlife (SBWL) considered total project costs of Rs 5,675 crore. Since site investigation costs are around 1 per cent of project costs, therefore clarification of the project Rs 56.75 crore representing solely the site investigations and survey costs, for the online proposal was provided, the Adani Group company spokesperson said. Secondly, the allegation that downward revision was intended to lower conservation costs is false, according to the spokesperson. The Tarali PSP is situated entirely on private, non-forest land and 3.2 kms away from the Koyna wildlife sanctuary. It is outside the notified buffer zone of Sahyadri Tiger reserve and in no way impacts or fringes upon the tiger corridor or any notified Eco-Sensitive zone (ESZ). The project does not cause diversion of any protected areas, any reserve forest or notified ESZ, the Adani Green Energy spokesperson explained. The reports earlier claimed that Adani Green Energy reduced the declared cost of its 1,500-MW Tarali pumped storage project in Maharashtra. The company rejected allegations that the downward revision was intended to reduce conservation-related costs.
Maharashtra Selection Is One Dream; Many More Still Left, Says ISPL Sensation Vivek Shelar
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Having been called into Maharashtra's squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026, fast-bowler Vivek Shelar calls the state selection a major stepping stone towards achieving his cricketing dreams. The Bhiwandi native, Shelar, starred in Season 3 of the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) with nine wickets, including two hat-tricks that made heads turn. Although his team, Tiigers of Kolkata, fell short on the final hurdle to Chennai Singams, Shelar's achievements helped the 26-year-old earn a call into Maharashtra's squad for the SMAT, which gets underway on Saturday. Speaking to IANS, Shelar said the state selection is the completion of one dream, and he is hungry for more. As a sportsman, it is a very big achievement for me, Shelar told IANS. Because playing for a state is everyone's dream. So now my dream is being fulfilled. I mean, there are still a lot of dreams left. So I am feeling good, he added. He clocked a 145.2kph delivery in the ISPL, which brought him into the limelight. He opened up on how the league played a role in bringing him into the spotlight. ISPL was very important. Because of ISPL, I came into focus. When I bowled the fastest ball in ISPL, I came into the limelight. So ISPL was very important for me, he said. The ISPL is a tennis ball tournament, while Indian domestic cricket and international cricket are a different ball game altogether, with a proper season ball being used. Shelar stated that the major difference he saw in the transition from the tennis ball to the red ball was mostly mental, before detailing how he started preparing for both balls. Both have different preparations, but the mentality matters. Both games are different, but mentality is what matters. So I practise with both tennis and leather ball. So I have that mentality now. So it's a little easier for me. I had a problem in the beginning (with leather ball) when I started in 2020-21 with the leather ball. I had a problem in the first year, but now it has become a habit. So I don't have any problems now. His cricketing journey began in 2016 with the ISPL from his village before he earned a selection for Tiigers of Kolkata in the ISPL, which he believed changed things for him. I started playing cricket in 2016. I started from the village itself, with the tennis ball. I used to play well with the tennis ball. When I played for the first time in the ISPL last season, I was in Tiigers of Kolkata. So everything changed there. I got everything there. I bowled well. In the first match, I bowled the fastest ball. From there, I started getting messages. Everyone was sending me messages, he added. Shelar also opened up about a challenging period when he was down with a hamstring injury right after the second match of the tournament. Shelar, who is supported by Aspect Sports, credited Aksha Kamboj, the Chairperson of Aspect Global and owner of Tiigers of Kolkata, for helping him during this time. Aksha ma'am supported me. When I got injured, I went to the hospital on the second day. (It was) From Surat to Mumbai. I recovered within eight days. Then I went back and took two hat-tricks in the ISPL after that injury. I credit her and Tiigers of Kolkata; because of them, I got to play the tournament again. I had some doubt (mentally after hamstring) while playing the first match after returning from injury. But for the team, you have to keep your thoughts aside. You have to keep the team first. It happened automatically, Shelar added. His immediate focus lies in performing for Maharashtra and then has an eye on an IPL contract. I will focus on this tournament first. After this, I have an IPL goal. Let's see what happens next, he added. Shelar also called India icon Rohit Sharma and South Africa great Dale Steyn his idols, before revealing what he likes most about the former Proteas speedster. Rohit Sharma and Dale Steyn are my idols. (I like Steyn's) Aggression, speed, swing and everything. He has everything, Shelar added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
3 assailants track Nagpur history-sheeter for 3 days, stab him to death in full public view
Maharashtra Minister Donates Salary to Drought Relief Efforts, Calls for Corporate Support
Maharashtras Ramdas Athawale donates his salary for drought relief and urges corporate leaders to contribute. Maharashtra Minister Donates Salary to Drought Relief Efforts, Calls for Corporate Support
Ratnagiri remains Maharashtra's hottest city for second consecutive day
Gondia recorded the lowest minimum temperature at 12 degrees Celsius, 4.1 degrees below normal, according to the India Meteorological Department's (IMD) daily bulletin
MPSC Secretary Tukaram Mundhe seeks affidavits in exam malpractice probe
The Maharashtra Government appointed the commission to conduct a detailed inquiry into allegations of malpractice in examinations conducted by the MPSC. The inquiry covers alleged irregularities, including question paper leaks and answer key leaks, in nine competitive examinations
