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Tata Trusts Challenges Mehli Mistry's Right To Contest Trustee Changes After Term Expiry

Tata Trusts has argued before the Maharashtra Charity Commissioner that Mehli Mistry cannot challenge trustee changes after his term expired, while a separate dispute involves Noel Tata's proposed appointment.

NDTV 15 Oct 2026 5:44 pm

Six people, including three children, killed in truck-bike collision in Maharashtra's Jalgaon

At least six people, including three children, were killed in a truck-bike collision in Maharashtra's Jalgaon district on Thursday, police said.

India TV 15 Oct 2026 5:40 pm

Bombay HC bars bursting of firecrackers on roads, public places in Maharashtra during Diwali

Taking a strong stance on noise and air pollution during Diwali and other festivals, the Bombay High Court on Thursday issued directives prohibiting the bursting of firecrackers on roads and in public spaces across the...

India TV 15 Oct 2026 5:21 pm

KORA by NM Welcomes Aditya Roy Kapur as Its New Brand Face

The association marks a new chapter for the contemporary Indian occasionwear brand, bringing its philosophy of For Your Every Celebration to life. Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 15: KORA by NM,

bhaskarlive 15 Oct 2026 5:21 pm

Rohini Hattangadi, Varsha Usgaonkar At Nana Prayer Meet

A prayer meet was held in Mumbai to honour Nana Patekar, with Rohini Hattangadi, Shivaji Satam and Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe attending to pay their respects.

Rediff 15 Oct 2026 5:01 pm

Only 15 of 55 Maharashtra sugar mills begin crushing amid farmers' protest

Amid the ongoing protest by sugarcane growers, only 15 of 55 sugar mills in Maharashtra have begun crushing in the 2026-27 season, while Karnataka has yet to begin, even as the government has set up a committee to address the farmers' grievances, according to sources on Thursday. In Maharashtra, 40 mills have performed the customary puja that precedes the crushing season starting in October, but have not begun full-fledged operations because of the agitation, sources said. Fifteen mills started operations from October 8 onwards. The sugar produced from these 15 mills is expected to cool down sugar prices, a source said. In Karnataka, not a single mill is operating now because of the protest, the sources said, adding that only eight of the state's 28 mills are running, crushing cane grown in the special season. Maharashtra and Karnataka are the country's second and third largest sugar-producing states, respectively. Farmers in both states are demanding a higher cane support pri

Business Standard 15 Oct 2026 4:01 pm

Congress Criticizes Fadnavis Government Over Insufficient Aid to Farmers

Congress leader Balwant Wankhede criticizes Maharashtras 5,000 rupee aid for farmers, calling it inadequate and a mockery of their struggles. Congress Criticizes Fadnavis Government Over Insufficient Aid to Farmers

Daily Kiran 15 Oct 2026 3:53 pm

Mandhana Captaincy Era Set To Begin As India Take On Zimbabwe (Preview)

Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International: A new chapter in Indian women's cricket will commence on Friday when Smriti Mandhana leads the side as full-time captain for the first time in the opening T20I against Zimbabwe, who are still searching for their first win in the format this year. Fridays clash will mark the start of Zimbabwe's first-ever bilateral series against India, and the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium is set to host a women's international match for the first time. Smriti, who takes over from Harmanpreet Kaur after being the vice-captain for almost ten years, inherits a side brimming with confidence after winning the Asia Cup and the Asian Games gold medal. Captaincy is hardly unfamiliar territory for Smriti - she has led Maharashtra in domestic cricket and guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to two WPL titles. She has also captained India in 18 T20Is, winning 11 and losing six of them, with the first of those coming seven years ago against England in Guwahati when Harmanpreet was injured. Her elevation to captaincy comes when Smriti is at the peak of her batting powers. The left-handed opener has struck two hundreds and 15 fifties in T20Is over the last three years and has pushed her strike rate to a career-best 148.25 in 2026. While Harmanpreet still remains a key figure in the dressing room, her now being free from leadership duties means she could well be more destructive with the bat. The main selection puzzle to solve for India is the number three slot, left vacant by Jemimah Rodrigues, who is recovering from a right hamstring tear. G Kamalini batted there twice, but Anushka Sharma and Niki Prasad pushed their case after posting strong showings against Australia A. Prema Rawat could come in with Shreyanka Patil not included for the series. India will also have huge hopes from vice-captain Shafali Verma and left-arm spinner N Sree Charani to continue their sparkling run. Zimbabwe, led by Josephine Nkomo, have lost all of their T20Is this year and last won in the format against Namibia in September 2025. They will, however, draw belief from their maiden ODI win over the West Indies at home in September. Opener Kelis Ndhlovu, the only Zimbabwean with a T20I fifty this year, will be a key figure with the bat. The three T20Is will be followed by three ODIs in Vadodara from October 23 to 28. When: October 16, 2026, 7:00 PM Where: Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, Raipur Where to watch: The match will be shown live on the Star Sports Network channels on TV and live-stream is available on the JioHotstar app and website. Squads India: Smriti Mandhana (captain), Shafali Verma (vc), Niki Prasad, Harmanpreet Kaur, Anushka Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), G Kamalini (wk), Deepti Sharma, Prema Rawat, Sree Charani, Nandni Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Arundhati Reddy, Jintimani Kalita, and Minnu Mani Squads Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 15 Oct 2026 3:38 pm

Air India to launch non-stop Delhi-Osaka flights from February 2027

The airline will operate four weekly flights between Delhi and Kansai International Airport in Osaka using its Boeing 787-8 aircraft. The new service aims to strengthen air connectivity between India and Japan amid growing demand for travel between the two countries

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 3:37 pm

Column | The monkeys of Jain Ramayana

How the vanaras came to be monks on a hilltop in Maharashtra

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 3:34 pm

Delhi rain brings relief from October heat as IMD issues orange alert

Delhi received moderate rain on Thursday, October 15, after days of October heat. The IMD issued an orange alert warning of rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 4060 kmph until 2 pm. The maximum temperature is expected to settle around 29 degrees Celsius

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 2:56 pm

India opens new control room in Makkah for Umrah pilgrims amid flight delays

India has opened a control room at the Indian Haj Pilgrims Office in Makkah to assist Umrah pilgrims affected by flight disruptions between India and Saudi Arabia. The Jeddah helpline remains operational as authorities advise travellers to check flight status and contact airlines

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 2:52 pm

DDCA Name 16-member Squad For Senior Womens T20 Trophy

Guru Gobind Singh College Ground: The Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) on Thursday announced a 16-member squad for the first two matches of the Senior Womens T20 Trophy for the 2026-27 domestic season, with Soni Yadav appointed captain and Shweta Sehrawat named vice-captain and wicketkeeper. The squad was finalised by the Senior Womens Selection Committee during a meeting held at the DDCA on October 14. All selected players have been asked to report to the team manager on Thursday at Guru Gobind Singh College Ground. The Senior Womens T20 Trophy, organised by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), is scheduled to be held from October 26 to November 20. The 2026-27 edition will feature 37 teams divided into five groups under the Elite and Plate structure. The tournament will follow a round-robin and knockout format, providing teams an opportunity to compete through the league stage before progressing to the knockout rounds. Maharashtra will enter the competition as the defending champions after winning their maiden title in the previous edition. Railways remain the most successful team in the tournaments history, having won the competition 11 times. DDCA earlier invited applications from eligible players for open trials to select the Delhi Womens Under-15 Team for the domestic cricket season 202627 on Wednesday. Players must complete the online registration process by October 18, 2026. To be eligible, players must have been born between September 1, 2011, and August 31, 2014, in accordance with the age criteria for participation in the BCCI Girls Under-15 Tournament. The date of the trials and the list of shortlisted players will be announced later. Players must complete the online registration process by October 18, 2026. To be eligible, players must have been born between September 1, 2011, and August 31, 2014, in accordance with the age criteria for participation in the BCCI Girls Under-15 Tournament. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 15 Oct 2026 2:50 pm

India-US trade pact to take effect once India gains competitive edge: Goyal

Piyush Goyal said the first tranche of the bilateral trade agreement had reached the final stages of preparation, but its implementation would depend on securing the intended competitive advantage for Indian businesses in the US market

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 2:45 pm

Comedians Harsh Gujral and Madhur Virali Summoned by Maharashtra Cyber for Obscene Remarks

Comedians Harsh Gujral and Madhur Virali face questioning by Maharashtra Cyber over allegations of obscenity in their comedy acts. Comedians Harsh Gujral and Madhur Virali Summoned by Maharashtra Cyber for Obscene Remarks

Daily Kiran 15 Oct 2026 2:13 pm

SC issues notice to EC on Rahul Gandhi's plea over alleged SIR irregularities

A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi issued notices to the poll panel, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 1:47 pm

Gujarat refinery robbery: Nine arrested after employee shot dead

Nine people have been arrested after a 53-year-old employee of a Rajkot precious metal refinery was shot dead during a robbery. Four alleged robbers fled with gold and silver worth around Rs 1.53 crore. Police said all the stolen valuables have been recovered with Rajasthan Police's help

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 1:47 pm

BJP accuses Rahul, his 'ecosystem' of seeking regime change through unrest

The BJP spokesperson alleged that the objective was to bring about a change in government through street protests rather than through democratic political processes

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 1:39 pm

PM Modi inaugurates five key projects worth Rs 3,350 crore in Ladakh

The projects include a new passenger terminal at Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in Leh, the 298-km Nimmu-Padum-Darcha Road, power infrastructure upgrades, India's first Petroglyph Conservation Park and 40 water bodies developed under Project Him Sarovar

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 1:22 pm

Delhi protest: AAP chief Saurabh Bharadwaj demands FIR over alleged assaults

AAP Delhi president Saurabh Bharadwaj has filed a complaint with the Delhi Police Commissioner, alleging life-threatening assaults by police and paramilitary personnel during recent protests. He has sought an FIR for alleged criminal conspiracy and warned of approaching the court

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 1:18 pm

DMER Maharashtra Merit List 2026 Out - Download Tutor and Junior Resident PDF

DMER Tutor and Junior Resident Merit List 2026 has been released on 14 October 2026 for 695 Tutor/Demonstrator and Junior Resident (Non-Academic) posts under DMER_10_2026. Download the provisional merit list, not eligible list and recommendation list PDFs, and check allotment details and document verification instructions at dmerrecruitment.maha-arogya.com.

FreeJobAlert 15 Oct 2026 1:07 pm

Pakistan: 22 killed in school roof collapse in Peshawar, six critically injured

A roof collapse at a school in Peshawar, northwest Pakistan, killed 21 pupils and a teacher on Thursday, a hospital official said. More than 30 people were injured, with six reportedly in critical condition. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed condolences to the bereaved families

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 1:03 pm

UP: 18-year-old from Azamgarh dies after being hit by Varanasi-Lucknow train

An 18-year-old man, Abhay Vishwakarma, died after allegedly being hit by the Krishak Express near Tendua village in Uttar Pradeshs Ballia district on Wednesday night. Police informed his family, took custody of the body and said further legal proceedings are underway

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 1:03 pm

Delhi schools receive bomb threat emails, police teams launch searches

Security personnel are checking the premises. No suspicious objects have been found at the schools so far, they said. Further investigation is underway

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 12:43 pm

Incoming calls to show caller names under new DoT rules from November 1

Department of Telecommunications has directed telecom operators to roll out Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service across India from November 1, 2026. The feature will display callers names alongside their phone numbers on 4G and higher-generation networks, with safeguards for privacy and security

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 12:40 pm

Maharashtra: Three Ugandan women found staying in Pune beyond visa validity

The women were detained during a verification drive conducted on Tuesday at a residential premises in Marunji, within the jurisdiction of Hinjewadi police station

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 12:35 pm

Three Indian students die in Germany apartment fire, resident arrested

Three Indian nationals studying in Germany, aged 25, 26 and 27, died in a fire in Bochum. German police have provisionally arrested a 41-year-old building resident after investigators ruled out a technical fault, while the cause and circumstances remain under investigation

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 12:32 pm

Delhi High Court agrees to hear plea against CJP October 16 protest

The Delhi High Court agreed to hear a plea seeking to stop Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipkes proposed October 16 protest at Connaught Place Central Park. The plea cites concerns over holding demonstrations at the busy public venue during the Dussehra weekend

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 12:30 pm

Maharashtra Government Forms Task Force to Enhance Urban Transport Network by 2047

The Maharashtra government has established a task force to develop a comprehensive urban transport network in Mumbai and beyond by 2047. Maharashtra Government Forms Task Force to Enhance Urban Transport Network by 2047

Daily Kiran 15 Oct 2026 12:09 pm

Rahul Gandhi slams Modi government over detention of Ankita Bhandaris parents

Rahul Gandhi criticised the Modi government after Ankita Bhandaris parents were detained during a protest near India Gate and released around 5 am on Thursday. The family has given the Centre 24 hours to cancel Dushyant Kumar Gautams appointment as Sikkim governor until the CBI probe is completed

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 12:07 pm

Maharashtra Man Kills Wife, Injures Mother-In-Law, Dies By Suicide

A man in Maharashtra's Hingoli district allegedly murdered his 24-year-old wife and seriously injured his mother-in-law following a domestic dispute, before subsequently dying by suicide. The incident occurred in Kharwad village on Wednesday evening.

Rediff 15 Oct 2026 12:06 pm

No Diwali fare hike for Maharashtra ST buses as Pratap Sarnaik rejects proposal

The MSRTC administration had proposed a uniform 15 per cent fare increase for the period from November 1 to 15, 2026, to manage the corporation's financial challenges during the festive rush

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 12:05 pm

Protest fallout: Mumbai Police ask actor Imran Khan to leave India by Oct 28

Mumbai, Oct 15: The Mumbai Police have issued a notice to Bollywood actor Imran Khan, an American national, directing him to leave India by October 28 for allegedly violating provisions of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, officials said on Thursday. The action follows the actor's participation in an agitation at Mumbai's August Kranti Maidan on October 10, where protesters demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Police had briefly detained Khan during the demonstration. Imran Khan (43), who has acted in several Bollywood films, is the nephew of superstar Aamir Khan. Former BJP MP Kirit Somaiya, who had sought action against Imran Khan after he participated in the protest, welcomed the police notice against him. Imran Khan holds foreign citizenship and is not an Indian national. Under relevant provisions of the Foreigners/Immigration Act, foreign nationals are prohibited from participating in political protests or political activities on Indian soil, a police official said. A formal notice directing the actor to leave the country by October 28 has been served on him, and he has received a copy of it, the police said. Further administrative procedures are underway, they added. The actor was unavailable for a response in the matter. He has acted in several films, including I Hate Luv Storys (2010) and Mere Brother Ki Dulhan (2011). He recently had a cameo appearance in Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, a Bollywood film backed by Aamir Khan. Following the agitation last week, a video surfaced showing the actor responding to a reporter's query about his participation in the protest as he was being escorted to a police vehicle. I have no demands. I am not part of any organisation, he said. Somaiya had urged Mumbai police to act against Imran Khan for joining a protest here in support of the Cockroach Janta Party despite being a foreign citizen, and sought clarity on whether he can participate in such agitations. The BJP leader on Thursday welcomed the police action against the actor and demanded that others involved in similar activities also be deported. There are thousands of Imran Khans in India. They want to live here and defame the country. Action should be taken against all such people, and they should be deported, Somaiya told reporters, while thanking the police for acting on his complaint. Imran Khan had taken part in political activities against the government despite being a US citizen, he said, adding that a thorough investigation into the matter would expose others. Somaiya said he had complained to the Union government's immigration authorities, the Airport Authority and Mumbai Police after the actor participated in the protest, and also urged Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to intervene in the matter. I filed a complaint on Saturday and followed it up on Sunday. I had sought a report on how long Imran Khan had been a US citizen, Somaiya said, adding that he was grateful to the authorities for taking action. The actor was born and educated in the US, but earned his livelihood in India while participating in political and diplomatic activities opposing the government, the BJP leader charged. Action against Imran Khan should serve as a warning to others engaged in similar activities, Somaiya said and demanded that authorities identify and take action against all such individuals.

Greater Kashmir 15 Oct 2026 11:46 am

Maharashtra forms task force to plan integrated rail, metro and RRTS network

The initiative is part of the state's Viksit Maharashtra 2047 vision and aims to assess transport requirements, identify suitable systems for different regions and improve coordination among infrastructure agencies

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 11:20 am

K'taka BJP thanks Centre for forming panel to address sugarcane farmers demands

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 15 (IANS) Karnataka BJP President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra on Thursday thanked the Centre for responding to the legitimate demands of sugarcane farmers in Karnataka and Maharashtra by constituting a high-level committee to examine their concerns. In a statement, Vijayendra said the committee, headed by former NITI Aayog member Professor Ramesh Chand, was formed to find comprehensive solutions to the issues faced by sugarcane growers. He expressed gratitude to Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Union Minister Pralhad Joshi for taking the farmers demands seriously and responding to them positively. Vijayendra said Prime Minister Narendra Modis government was firmly committed to ensuring that farmers receive fair prices for their produce and that their problems are addressed through lasting solutions. The committee will work towards addressing key concerns, including the cost of sugarcane production, an increase in the minimum selling price (MSP) and transparency in weighing systems, he said. Stating that the BJP and the NDA government at the Centre stood firmly with farmers, Vijayendra said they were committed to ensuring that sugarcane growers received appropriate support and justice. Protecting farmers interests, improving the well-being of their families and ensuring the sustainable growth of the agricultural sector remained the top priorities, he added. It can be recalled that Union Minister Joshi said on Thursday that the Centre has taken swift steps to address the demands of sugarcane farmers and resolve issues in the sugar sector by constituting a joint committee headed by a former NITI Aayog member. In a statement, Joshi said the Centre had acted within just two days of giving an assurance at a high-level meeting held in New Delhi earlier this week, demonstrating its commitment to addressing farmers concerns. The joint committee, headed by Professor Ramesh Chand, former member of NITI Aayog, will meet sugarcane farmers, particularly in Karnataka and Maharashtra, to assess their problems and understand the ground realities, he said. The committee will hold consultations, conduct research and undertake a comprehensive assessment of the issues affecting the sugar sector. It will submit a detailed report containing specific recommendations to the Union government at the earliest, Joshi added. The panel will conduct an in-depth study of various aspects of the sugar sector, including the demand for higher remunerative returns for sugarcane farmers, taking into account the cost of cultivation and other relevant factors. Joshi said the Centre had responded promptly to the farmers demands and initiated measures to find comprehensive solutions to the challenges facing sugarcane growers and the sugar industry. It can also be noted that Union Minister Joshi had written to Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, urging the state government to respond promptly to the demands of sugarcane farmers and take measures to safeguard their interests. In the letter, Joshi referred to the detailed discussions held with sugarcane farmers and their representatives in New Delhi on October 12. Following the meeting, the farmers submitted a representation highlighting various issues they face in the state. Joshi urged the Chief Minister to take immediate action on several demands, including an independent inspection of sugar recovery rates, transparent inspection of weighing machines, a review of the eight per cent deduction for mechanical harvesting and the announcement of the State Advisory Price (SAP) for sugarcane. He called upon the state government to respond to the farmers demands without delay and take appropriate steps to address their concerns.

bhaskarlive 15 Oct 2026 11:16 am

Punjab bandh over anti-drug activist Parminder Singh Jhotas murder

Heavy police deployment was witnessed in Amritsar on Thursday as farmers and workers organisations called a Punjab bandh over the alleged murder of anti-drug activist Parminder Singh Jhota in Mansa

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 11:07 am

Kerala Police registers zero FIR over alleged assault on NSUI activist in Delhi

The case was registered at the Museum police station in Thiruvananthapuram following a complaint submitted by Vijayan to the Kerala police chief

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 11:06 am

MSBTE Hall Ticket 2026 Out for Winter Exams, Download Admit Card at msbte.ac.in

Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE) Winter Hall Ticket 2026 has been released for diploma, post-diploma and advanced diploma examinations. Students can access the hall ticket section through the official MSBTE website. Practical examinations begin on 21 October for applicable students, while theory examinations are scheduled from 17 November to 9 December 2026.

FreeJobAlert 15 Oct 2026 10:55 am

Maharashtra drought: Three Palghar talukas declared drought-hit

The decision is part of the state's expanded drought declaration, which now covers 305 of Maharashtra's 358 talukas, or more than 85 per cent of the state's total

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 10:51 am

Israels restrictions on foreign airline crew tighten amid flydubai incident

Air France and United Airlines are restricting crew assignments on flights to Israel amid stricter enforcement of nationality rules. An Ethiopian Airlines flight was also ordered to return to Addis Ababa after Israeli authorities identified an Indonesian pilot on board, reports said

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 10:43 am

EAM S Jaishankar meets UAE foreign minister, calls for multilateral reforms

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called for urgent reform of multilateral institutions at the Raisina Dialogue in Abu Dhabi, advocating stronger cooperation among smaller groups of countries. He highlighted the India-UAE partnership and held bilateral talks with Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 10:43 am

Maha govt forms task force to shape comprehensive transit network under 'Viksit Maharashtra 2047'

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 15 (IANS) In a major step towards modernising urban mobility, the Maharashtra government has issued a Government Resolution (GR) to establish a high-level Task Force, which will draft a comprehensive framework for expanding railway networks, metro corridors, and Regional Rapid Transit Systems (RRTS) across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and other urban areas in the state. The initiative aligns with the 'Viksit Maharashtra 2047' vision, which aims to plan and expand transit networks more effectively and systematically. The formation of the Task Force follows a high-level meeting held on October 7, under the chairmanship of the Additional Chief Secretary (Urban Development-1). The newly established task force has been mandated to deliver its strategic recommendations and report within six months. Its core responsibilities include the formulation of policy recommendations and coordination measures to ensure seamless integration of public transit networks under the Viksit Maharashtra 2047 goals, conducting deep assessments regarding feasibility, suitability, and economic viability to determine which transport systems should be deployed in specific regions and the evaluation of the expansion of railway networks, the implementation of metro corridors, RRTS, and connecting major cities via semi-high-speed rail. The task force comprises key leaders and planning chiefs from major infrastructure and urban development bodies. Chaired by the Chairman and Managing Director, Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC), the Chief Manager (Planning), Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC), will be the member secretary. The task force's members include Joint Secretary (UD-7), Urban Development Department; Director (Planning/Projects), Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (Maha-Metro), Nagpur; Director (Projects), Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (Maha-Metro), Pune; Director (Planning), Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (MMRCL), Mumbai; Head (Transport & Communications), Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), Mumbai. The invitees (Planning Department Heads) include the representatives from CIDCO (Navi Mumbai), Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority, Nashik Metropolitan Region Development Authority, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Metropolitan Region Development Authority, Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority, and Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited. The task force chairman is also empowered to invite additional members as necessary for deliberations. The transit network in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) comprises a massive, multi-modal public transport system that serves millions of daily commuters. It is anchored by the historic suburban railway grid, rapidly expanding metro lines, and feeder systems. Spanning over 435 km, Mumbai's suburban rail network is one of the oldest and busiest in Asia, carrying roughly 7.5 million passengers daily. It is structured mainly across three primary trunk routes -- the Western Line, Central Line, and Harbour Line -- extending from South Mumbai deep into the extended suburbs and neighbouring districts. The network continues to undergo capacity upgrades, station improvements, and rolling stock modernisation (including widespread introduction of air-conditioned local train services) managed by the Central Railway, Western Railway, and other bodies, such as the Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC). The Mumbai Metro network has seen substantial operational growth, scaling up to an operational length of roughly 80 km across key intersecting corridors. Line 1 (Blue Line): Versova to Ghatkopar (11.4 km, fully elevated, operational since 2014) while Line 2A (Yellow Line): Dahisar East to Andheri West (18.6 km), Line 7 (Red Line): Dahisar East to Gundavali (16.5 km) are operational and Line 3 (Aqua Line): Cuffe Parade to Aarey Colony (33.5 km, fully underground, completed in phases through late 2025, serving major commercial hubs like BKC and the airport). Daily metro ridership has scaled past 1.6 million passengers, providing vital east-west and north-south links that complement the traditional north-south bias of the suburban rail network. Over 120 km of additional metro tracks are currently in various phases of construction or approvals (including Line 2B, Line 4/4A Green Line, Line 5, Line 6, and extensions like Lines 9 and 12) to interconnect Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan, and Mira-Bhayander. A single monorail corridor operates in pockets of the city, though its integration and service reliability have faced historic bottlenecks. Extensive municipal and state transport bus fleets (BEST, TMT, KDMT, NMMT) serve as critical first- and last-mile connectors to railway and metro stations.

bhaskarlive 15 Oct 2026 10:22 am

Savarkar defamation case: Satyaki alleges surveillance, questions Rahul's lawyer

Satyaki submitted a written communication, known as a pursis, before Judicial Magistrate First Class Amol Shinde of the special MP/MLA court in Pune on Wednesday, seeking restrictions on questions concerning his personal life, daily routine and attendance at public events

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 10:14 am

Enviro Infra Engineers soars as its arm bags Rs 228 crore order for wind power project in Maharashtra

Mumbai, October 15 (Udaipur Kiran): Enviro Infra Engineers is currently trading at Rs. 190.85, up by 6.05 points or 3.27% from its previous closing of Rs. 184.80 on Enviro Infra Engineers soars as its arm bags Rs 228 crore order for wind power project in Maharashtra

Udaipur Kiran 15 Oct 2026 10:13 am

ACB arrests education officer and teacher for alleged Rs 40000 bribe in Beed

Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested an education extension officer and a Zilla Parishad school teacher in Maharashtras Beed district for allegedly demanding a Rs 40,000 bribe from a headmaster in exchange for a favourable inquiry report. The teacher was caught accepting Rs 20,000

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 10:10 am

Tatkare meets PM Modi, seeks central aid for drought-hit areas in Maharashtra

Tatkare raised concerns over the severity of the drought situation in the state and requested the Centre to provide the necessary support to affected regions

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 10:05 am

NCP MP Sunil Tatkare seeks central aid for drought-hit Maharashtra

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The News Mill 15 Oct 2026 9:57 am

US: Rifle jams during alleged attack plot at Hindu temple, 19-year-old arrested

A 19-year-old man, Alexandros Paporakis, has been charged in Illinois over an alleged plan to attack a Hindu temple. Authorities said his rifle reportedly jammed, while a co-workers tip led to his arrest and the recovery of weapons, ammunition and body armour

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 9:47 am

JP Nadda hits back at Kharge over remarks on Amit Shah and electoral rolls

The reality of the public mandate cannot be altered by mere allegations, he said.

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 9:39 am

Married woman killed by lover of 15 years, body burned with room heater in Maharashtra

A married woman was killed by his lover in Maharashtra 's Jalgaon over marriage demand. The accused tried to misled the police making it to appear as she died from an electric shock, however the postmortem report led to his arrest. Both at their 35s, the accused identified as Javed Shaikh and the victim as Kavita.

India TV 15 Oct 2026 9:38 am

Centre defends internet restrictions during CJP protest

The Centre has defended suspending mobile internet services within a 4-km radius of Raisina Hill during the October 10 CJP protest, citing public order concerns. It denied wilful disobedience of Supreme Court directions and sought withdrawal of the contempt notice against Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 9:33 am

Trump under fire for Russia oil deal as Graham Act deadline nears

Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has criticised US President Donald Trumps Russian diesel deal, arguing it could fund Moscows war in Ukraine without lowering fuel prices significantly. The dispute comes ahead of an October 18 sanctions deadline affecting major buyers of Russian oil

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 9:25 am

MH SET Admit Card 2026 Out Today - Download Hall Ticket at setexam.unipune.ac.in

Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) will release the MH SET Admit Card 2026 on 15 October 2026 at 10:00 AM. Registered candidates can download their Maharashtra State Eligibility Test hall tickets using their login credentials. The MH SET examination for Assistant Professor eligibility is scheduled for 25 October 2026.

FreeJobAlert 15 Oct 2026 9:24 am

US singer Mary Millben urges young Indians to peacefully protest against CJP

The 41-year-old singer said this is not the time to be silent and asked all the young patriots in India to stand up and peacefully protest the disruptive forces.

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 9:22 am

Trump issues fresh warning to Iran over nuclear ambitions

Wait till you see what we do to Iran. He claimed Irans nuclear ambitions had been buried under thousands of tonnes of rock.

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 9:17 am

New Yalu River Bridge linking China and North Korea set for inauguration

The four-lane, 3-kilometre (1.8-mile) bridge will connect the northeastern Chinese city of Dandong to the North Korean city of Sinuiju.

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 9:15 am

OpenAI engineer arrested over alleged secret recording device at company office

ChatGPT maker discovered an audio recording device hidden inside a company conference room, according to a criminal complaint filed in federal court in San Francisco.

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 9:11 am

Unconscious girl forced out of govt ambulance as parents fails to pay for diesel

A doctor at Dindrud Primary Health Centre in Maharashtras Beed district was removed from his post after a viral video showed a labourer carrying his unconscious 11-year-old daughter on his shoulders. The family alleged staff demanded money for ambulance fuel

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 9:09 am

Bribe Scandal: Education Officer, Teacher Arrested In Beed

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Maharashtra's Beed district has arrested an education officer and a teacher for allegedly demanding a Rs 40,000 bribe. The bribe was sought from a school headmaster for a favourable inquiry report regarding alleged irregularities in online billing. The arrests followed a complaint and a trap laid by the ACB.

Rediff 15 Oct 2026 9:03 am

Delhi restaurant fire: Man throws toddler from first-floor window to safety

No injuries were reported in the incident, police said. They said further enquiry was underway.

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 8:57 am

South Africa shooting: Four killed, three injured as gunman targets mourners

The shooting is being investigated by a political killings task team, the South African Police Service said in a statement. Some victims were members of the youth league of the African National Congress party.

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 8:53 am

Jantar Mantar protest: CJP leaders sent to Tihar jail for five days

Their associate Ajinkya Shinde was bound down to maintain peace and good behaviour for six months and released on a personal bond and a surety of Rs 5000, they said.

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 8:50 am

Societies should ensure that trees are maintained

Our report cited how the civic body stressed the importance of regular tree maintenance and adequate watering.

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 8:46 am

Pages of an old book trail

South Mumbai was, and probably still is, a go-to destination for book lovers. Pavement booksellers can still be spotted, but some favourite bookshops no longer exist

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 8:43 am

Maharashtra FDA suspends licences of 17 Mumbai eateries over hygiene violations

Three Dominos outlets among establishments facing action over hygiene lapses; state-wide raids seize unsafe food worth Rs 50.19 lakh

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 7:54 am

Maharashtra FDA seizes drugs worth Rs 20.23 crore, files 35 FIRs in six months

Maharashtra FDA steps up inspections, files 33 FIRs and arrests 14 people between June and September 2026

Mid Day 15 Oct 2026 7:49 am

Eknath Shinde Criticizes Oppositions March on Supreme Court as Constitutional Disrespect

Maharashtras Deputy CM Eknath Shinde condemns oppositions march on the Supreme Court, calling it a direct affront to constitutional institutions. Eknath Shinde Criticizes Oppositions March on Supreme Court as Constitutional Disrespect

Daily Kiran 15 Oct 2026 4:34 am

From Dominos outlets to drug manufacturers, Maharashtra FDA cracks down on violations; 19 food establishments suspended

The FDA cited several deficiencies during inspections and re-inspections, including cockroach and insect infestations, food packets gnawed by rats, improper storage of raw and cooked food, use of spoiled food items and burnt or overused cooking oil, inadequate pest control and failure to maintain mandatory food safety record

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 4:25 am

Maharashtra Cyber Department Rescues Elderly Women from Digital Arrest Scam

Maharashtra Cyber Department saves two elderly women from a digital scam, recovering millions and preventing further losses. Maharashtra Cyber Department Rescues Elderly Women from Digital Arrest Scam

Daily Kiran 15 Oct 2026 3:18 am

Early crushing to shore up sugar supplies before Diwali

A quarter of Maharashtra's sugar mills will begin operations this week to alleviate sugar shortages before Diwali. Sugar prices have increased by approximately 4% recently due to dwindling supplies and farmer protests. Millers anticipate new sugar reaching markets after October 20, following crushing activities. Farmers are encouraging quicker harvesting of sugarcane due to crop conditions, leading to lower sugar content.

The Economic Times 15 Oct 2026 1:55 am

Insurers may face higher crop cover claims in Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka

In Maharashtra, insurers' liability could be capped at Rs 1,540 crore before the state government takes over claims beyond that level. The state has declared drought-like conditions in 265 talukas, raising concerns over this year's losses.

The Economic Times 15 Oct 2026 12:58 am

New access road emerged after slab was razed: NMC

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 12:27 am

Maharashtra Announces Rs 5,000 Advance Relief For Farmers Before Diwali

Mr Fadnavis chaired a Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, during which the drought situation was discussed with ministers, including Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar, and senior officials.

Deccan Chronicle 15 Oct 2026 12:24 am