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Saatvik Green Energy bags additional solar pumps order from Maharashtra state utility
NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Saatvik Green Energy on Friday said it has secured an additional order worth Rs 16.74 crore from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company for setting up off-grid solar water pumps in Maharashtra. With the latest order, the total order size from the state discom stands at 1,815 solar water pumps, aggregating to Rs 30.24 crore (exclusive of GST), a company statement said. The order, under the Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana / PM-KUSUM-B scheme, comprises design, [] The post Saatvik Green Energy bags additional solar pumps order from Maharashtra state utility appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar: President of India Droupadi Murmu on Friday conferred on India's 14-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi for his exploits in the field of cricket. The President conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar on children for their exceptional achievements in the fields of Bravery, Social Service, Environment, Sports, Art & Culture and Science & Technology at a ceremony held in the national capital. The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar is Indias highest civilian honour for individuals aged five to 18, instituted to recognise exceptional achievements across diverse fields like art and culture, innovation, science and technology, social service, sports and instances of bravery. Speaking on the occasion, the President congratulated the recipients of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar and said, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has made a name for himself in the highly competitive and talent-filled world of cricket and has set many records. The teenager is also slated to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi later in the day. Following the ceremony in Delhi, he will rejoin the India Under-19 squad and travel to Zimbabwe for preparations ahead of the Under-19 World Cup, which begins from January 15. The BCCI also congratulated the youngster for his achievement. Congratulations to our explosive young batter, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, on being conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar by the Honourable President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmuji, it posted on X. Earlier this week, Suryavanshi smashed 190 off 84 balls against Arunachal Pradesh at the Vijay Hazare Trophy, becoming the youngest centurion in List A history. The knock also broke AB de Villiers record for the fastest 150 in List A cricket and his 15 sixes in the innings are the most by any Indian in the 50-over format. Earlier this month, Suryavanshi smashed an unbeaten century for Bihar against Maharashtra in an Elite Group B Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025 match at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. He scored an unbeaten 108 off 61 balls, his maiden ton in the T20 domestic cricket tournament and third overall in the format. His century also made him the youngest batter to score a century in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, at 14 years and 250 days. The 14-year-old cricketer also smashed the record for the highest score by an Indian in U19 Asia Cup history with his 171 off just 95 against the UAE. The explosive southpaw also slammed a ton against the Australia U19 team in Brisbane during a Youth Test match in November. His most recent jaw-dropping innings came in the Rising Stars Asia Cup, where he scored 144 off 42 balls for India A against UAE, smashing 11 fours and 15 sixes. His 32-ball hundred made him the youngest man to score a century for any national representative side at senior level, breaking a 20-year-old record. Suryvanshi was the most-searched Indian on Google and ranked sixth overall worldwide. Last month, social media platform Instagram chose to spotlight Suryavanshis journey on its official page - making him only the second Indian cricketer after Virat Kohli to receive the honour. His 32-ball hundred made him the youngest man to score a century for any national representative side at senior level, breaking a 20-year-old record. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He then stunned everyone nine days later by becoming the youngest centurion in the leagues history. Vaibhavs explosive 35-ball 100 against the Gujarat Titans was the fastest IPL century by an Indian and the second-fastest overall, behind only Chris Gayle. Article Source: IANS
Maharashtra in 2025: Amid major anti-Naxal wins and stubborn crime graph, a chequered year
Maharashtra witnessed a turbulent 2025 marked by major crime and security events. Key Naxalites surrendered, while high-profile fraud cases, including a Pune land deal, surfaced. Bollywood stars faced allegations. The year also saw acquittals in terror blast cases, raising questions about investigations. Incidents of violence and infiltration were also reported.
Gloom pervades Kagaznagar as four local residents killed in Maharashtra road accident
Maharashtra 2025: Thackeray cousins' alliance, Mahayuti gains in local polls hog limelight
Maharashtra's political landscape saw Uddhav and Raj Thackeray reunite for civic polls after two decades, while the Devendra Fadnavis-led Mahayuti government consolidated power. Despite controversies and internal friction, the ruling alliance secured victories in local elections, highlighting opposition weaknesses. Key events included a murder probe, a Hindi language mandate rollback, and significant defections to the ruling camp.
Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) officially commenced operations with its first scheduled passenger flights, marking a significant milestone for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The airport welcomed over 4,000 passengers on its inaugural day, connecting nine domestic destinations with four carriers. NMIA aims to enhance air connectivity and future-proof the region's aviation growth.
Over Rs 1 crore seized as Pune Police crack down on illegal liquor trade
According to the police, the raid was conducted at Kakade Vasti in Kondhwa under the jurisdiction of Kondhwa Police Station. The operation was carried out by officials from the crime branch unit
Welcome to Navi Mumbai Airport: NMIA raises bar with AI-powered journey from entry to boarding
Navi Mumbai International Airport, a significant greenfield project, has officially opened, boosting air travel capacity for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Developed by Adani Airports, it aims to handle millions of passengers and tonnes of cargo annually. The airport features AI-driven passenger experiences and sustainable practices, promising enhanced convenience and efficiency for travelers.
Over 100 IS suspects arrested in Turkiye ahead of holiday celebrations
A statement from the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor`s Office said police were tipped off that the extremist group had called for action -- particularly against non-Muslims -- during the celebrations
Pune civic polls: Congress distances itself from NCP (SP) amid chatter over Pawar Parivaar patch-up
MUMBAI: In a political twist ahead of the Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections on January 15, the Maharashtra Congress has decided to contest independently, distancing itself from the Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP) amid reports that the two Pawar factions may join hands. However, NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule clarified that no final proposal has been received regarding an alliance with Ajit Pawars faction. Yet, sources revealed that two rounds of meetings have already taken place between the two Pawar parties, with a final announcement expected in the coming days. Terming the potential alliance unholy, Congress Legislative Party leader Vijay Wadettiwar said, If both the NCPs join hands, then Congress will not be part of this unholy alliance for the Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections. He added that Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar must sever ties with the BJP and step down from the government before seeking Congress support. Wadettiwars remarks highlighted the deep ideological divide. NCP enjoys power with the communal forces in the state and central government, but it wants the support of secular forces to defeat the BJP in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad, which is not possible at all. The Congress party is firm in its secular and progressive ideology and will not compromise it in any way. Therefore, the Congress leadership will contest these two polls on its own and show our strength, he said. On the other hand, Sule underlined the distinction between state-level politics and local body elections, stating, The NCP shared power with the Congress for more than 15 years, but it never tied up with the Congress for local body polls. Local polls are fought separately to develop and nurture local leadership. This time, we also conveyed to our cadre and local leaders to form the alliance based on the ground situation in their respective areas. There should not be party politics at the local level because the local polls are completely different than state and Lok Sabha polls. Meanwhile, the reports of a potential NCP merger have caused ripples within the party. Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP)s Pune city president and former Mayor of Pune, Jagtap, resigned in protest, citing ideological differences. Sources suggest he is likely to join Congress. Thackerays have joined hands after 20 years, but many challenges loom on the road to the BMC
Some documents ready, sensitive issues remain in Ukraine peace talks: Zelenskyy
Earlier, wishing Ukrainians on the occasion of Christmas, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for peace while also slamming Russia for launching a massive attack on the eve of the festival
India`s Consulate in Toronto expresses grief over Indian student`s murder
The Toronto Police said Shivank Avasthi was gunned down in the Highland Creek Trail and Old Kingston Road area. The police rushed to the spot, finding the victim with a gunshot wound before he was pronounced dead at the scene
Donald Trump says US carried out deadly strikes on ISIS in Nigeria
A Defence Department official, who insisted on anonymity to discuss details not made public, said the US worked with Nigeria to carry out the strikes, and that they had been approved by that country`s government
Doctors assaulting patients is just unthinkable
Reports are stating that the altercation was sparked after this patient asked the doctor to speak to him respectfully
Lion King actor Imani Smith dies after being stabbed by boyfriend
Her boyfriend, Jordan D Jackson-Small, was arrested in connection with her death. A GoFundMe page has set a target of raising $55,000 to support the late actors parents.
Distance record set as doctors perform remote robotic surgery across 12,034 km
The procedures linked Jaber Al-Ahmad Hospital in Kuwait with Hospital Cruz Vermelha in Brazil, using advanced robotic systems running over a secure, high-bandwidth international network
UPI boom not quite uniform across states
Urbanised Regions Zoom | Maharashtra Records 7X More UPI Transactions Per Capita Than Bihar
India-born physician appointed to Texas nutrition advisory panel
She also holds leadership roles with the Midland Quality Alliance and Healthy City Midland and is affiliated with the Texas Medical Association, the American Medical Association and the American College of Physicians. Patel is known for her work in lifestyle medicine
Humanoid robot learns household tasks by watching humans, not coding
Hard-coded humanoids often fail to execute tasks while working with objects they cannot identify. They find it almost impossible to execute actions that arent hard-coded in them
Australian PM announces bravery awards for heroes of Bondi Beach terror attack
Sajid Akram, who was killed by police during the December 14 attack, and his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram are accused of perpetrating Australias worst massacre since 1996
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Six bottlenecks slow down Mumbai-Goa highway expansion; relief likely in phases
Delayed admissions worry Mumbai colleges, many want BMS out of AICTE ambit
Mumbais traffic policewoman saves motorists life, earns accolades
Fire breaks out in Andheri highrise in Mumbai, all residents rescued
MVA partners chart separate paths for Maha civic polls
Maharashtra's local elections are causing political shifts. The NCP-SP is exploring alliances with the Ajit Pawar faction in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, upsetting its MVA partners, Congress and UBT Sena. These parties are forging their own paths in civic polls. Leaders suggest MVA pacts are for larger elections. Parties are testing new combinations to challenge the BJP locally.
Man stabs neighbour in train, families unite in hospital
Flyers prefer taxis to buses, autos; seek clarity on schedule
Maharashtra: Vigil stepped up as leopard spotted in Thane
Differences didnt prevent alliances in the past: Sule
Beed farmers protest, seek higher MSP for cotton, soybean and tur dal
Marching to the district collectorate under the banner of the Farmers Rights Movement, the protesters warned that they would launch an indefinite agitation if their demands were not addressed
Villages in Maharashtra vow to stop humiliation of widows
For centuries now, the tradition of publicly removing the ornaments considered to be the symbols of marriage for a woman has been prevalent in Maharashtra 915 villages in Nashik district have passed a resolution that they will not follow this evil tradition
Maharashtra to take strategic decisions for Vidarbhas citrus growers
Amendments to the Maharashtra Fruit Nurseries (Regulation) Act on cards
AAP releases second list of candidates for Mumbai civic body polls
Mumbai: Special late night trains to run on New Years eve
Navi Mumbai: Spurned lover arrested for stalking ex-girlfriend in local train
Cousins unite, MVA disintegrates? How Thackeray alliance isolates Congress in Maharashtra
Mumbai businessman convicted of feeding piegeons in public place, fined Rs 5,000
Analysis: Shifting Political Ideologies, Discontent In Maharashtra Politics
On Wednesday, the mood at the Pune NCP (Sharad Pawar) office was unlike that of the earlier elections. The air of excitement was replaced by uncertainty.
Mumbai gets extra hours to ring in the New Year
Extended operating hours on December 31 has added to the festive cheer among restaurateurs and locals
Maharashtra MPs claim of privilege violation unjustified, says senior SC lawyer
Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS leaders join BJP in Nashik ahead of polls
Those who joined the BJP include former MNS MLA Nitin Bhosale and former Shiv Sena (UBT) mayor Vinayak Pande. Also joining the party were Yatin Wagh, who served as the first mayor from the MNS, and Congress leaders Shahu Khaire and Sanjay Chavan
Five killed in helicopter crash on Mount Kilimanjaro
The Kilimanjaro regional police commander, Simon Maigwa, said the Airbus H125, owned by a Tanzanian company, crashed Wednesday afternoon while on a rescue mission to evacuate the two Czech tourists after they experienced health problems
Discussions are also underway with the Shiv Sena (UBT) led by Uddhav Thackeray, a constituent of the Maha Vikas Aghadi and INDI bloc
`We felt great that PM Modi celebrated Christmas with us`: Choir singers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Christmas morning service at the Cathedral Church of the Redemption in Delhi, joining prayers, carols and hymns with the Christian community, and said the service reflected the message of love, peace and compassion
Ahead of February elections, BNP leader Tarique Rahman welcomed by thousands
Rahman, 60, the son of ailing former prime minister Khaleda Zia, has emerged as a key contender for the top post in the upcoming polls. His return comes at a time when the BNP is seen as the frontrunner, with the Awami League barred from contesting the elections
TN steps up surveillance after bird flu cases in Kerala
Blood samples collected from the affected birds by Keralas Animal Husbandry Department were sent to a laboratory in Pune, where tests confirmed the presence of H1N1 avian influenza
Seven of 14 national waterways in Maharashtra cleared for development
These include key rivers and creeks such as the Godavari, Tapi and KalyanThaneMumbai waterway
Uttar Pradesh: Teacher shot dead on Aligarh Muslim University campus
A 43-year-old school teacher was shot dead by unidentified assailants inside the Aligarh Muslim University campus in Uttar Pradesh, triggering panic among students and staff. Police have launched an investigation and are scanning CCTV footage to identify the attackers
Unnao rape case: Plea filed in SC against suspension of Sengar`s jail term
On Tuesday, the Delhi HC suspended Sengars jail term, noting that he had already served seven years and five months in prison. The suspension will remain in effect during the pendency of his appeal challenging the conviction and sentence in the rape case
Karnataka bus accident: Five bus passengers, truck driver die in collision near Chitradurga
Around 2 a.m., the truck carrying beverages from Maharashtra to Nelamangala near Bengaluru jumped over the road divider and hit the oncoming private sleeper bus heading to Gokarna
WPL 2026: Ex-India Player Anagha Deshpande Joins Delhi Capitals As Assistant Coach
DY Patil Stadium: Ahead of the 2026 season of the Womens Premier League (WPL), former India cricketer Anagha Deshpande has joined three-time runners-up Delhi Capitals (DC) as an assistant coach. It is understood that Anaghas coaching duties will center around fielding and batting in the DC set-up. Yes, I am joining the Delhi Capitals. It was finalised a few days ago. Hundred percent, it's a great opportunity for me. I will get to learn a lot of things which will aid me in future. I have seen them try for winning a trophy for three years. I hope I can help them win the trophy this time, Anagha told IANS on Thursday. At DC, Anagha will link up with head coach Jonathan Batty. Her appointment comes after the exit of Lisa Keightley, who has joined Mumbai Indians as head coach, and Milap Mewada, who is now coaching Goas mens team in the ongoing domestic season. Anagha played 23 ODIs and eight T20Is for India from 2008 to 2014, and made 483 runs across both formats. As a wicketkeeper, she took 16 catches and effected 21 stumpings in white-ball cricket for India. She played for Maharashtra, Railways, Gujarat and Puducherry in the domestic cricket circuit. Anagha has enjoyed considerable success as a coach in Uttarakhand since retiring as a player. She led the state's U19 women's team to one-day trophy titles in 2021/22 and 2022/23, and guided the U23 side to entering knockout stages in T20 and one-day championships in 2023/24 and 2024/25. Under Anagha, Uttarakhand reached their first senior women's finals in both T20 and one-day formats in 2023/24. Players like Nandini Kashyap, Raghvi Bist and Prema Rawat, all of whom featured in this year's WPL and India A teams, attribute their growth to Anaghas coaching. She has also worked as a coach with many teams in senior and U19 womens challenger trophies, as well as served in various assignments at the zonal and national level for camps organised by the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE). DC will open their 2026 WPL campaign on January 10 against defending champions Mumbai Indians at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. India batter Jemimah Rodrigues was recently named as DCs new captain, and Anagha backed the decision. I have seen her leadership. She is well deserving to be the captain. I have seen her lead Mumbai. The way her nature is in terms of leading a team, there is no need for a tag to say that she is a leader. She plays in the same way as a player and now that she has a leadership tag, she is hundred percent well deserving of it, she said. Meanwhile, IANS understands that former India captain Anju Jain is likely to take charge as DCs batting coach. Anju featured in eight Tests and 65 ODIs for India from 1993 to 2005, and amassed 2170 runs overall. Apart from hitting one century and three fifties in Tests, she claimed 15 catches and effected eight stumpings in the format, while contributing with 30 catches and 51 stumpings in ODIs. Meanwhile, IANS understands that former India captain Anju Jain is likely to take charge as DCs batting coach. Anju featured in eight Tests and 65 ODIs for India from 1993 to 2005, and amassed 2170 runs overall. Also Read: Live Cricket Score She also served as the head coach of Bangladesh womens team, and worked in the same capacity with Odisha, Vidarbha, Assam, Tripura and Baroda teams in the domestic circuit. Article Source: IANS
Smuggling racket busted: 186 iPhones, Pakistani cosmetics seized at Mumbai airport; 6 arrested
Mumbai customs officials intercepted six individuals arriving from Dubai, seizing 186 high-end iPhones and Pakistani cosmetics valued at Rs 4 crore. The group, acting as carriers for a syndicate, failed to produce legal documentation for the smuggled goods. This bust prevented a potential Rs 1.18 crore duty evasion.
PM Modi says, `Irregularities in sports ended after 2014`
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said irregularities in sports and team selection ended after 2014, allowing talented athletes from even the poorest families to succeed on merit, while addressing the Sansad Khel Mahotsav, highlighting rising budgets and growing sports culture
Former service chiefs discuss lessons from modern warfare, leadership at IIT Techfest
Former service chiefs at IIT Bombay's Techfest emphasized modern warfare's reliance on evidence, citing Balakot's cloud cover as a lesson. They highlighted the critical role of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, alongside the threat of hypersonic missiles. Discussions also covered leadership, national values, and the growing strategic importance of maritime security for India's economic prosperity.
Four women from Telangana killed in accident in Maharashtra
Hyderabad: As many as four women from Telanganas Asifabad district died in an accident in Maharashtra on Wednesday, December 24. At least two people were injured in the accident. The accident occurred near Sondo village in Devada Tehsil in Chandrapur. According to reports, Zakir, a resident of Nizamuddin Colony in Kagaznagar town, had travelled to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
BMC polls: Congress gambit to go solo reshapes Opposition contest in Mumbai
MUMBAI: The Congress' decision to contest the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections independently has fragmented the Opposition space in the Mumbai civic battle and turned the January 15 polls into a multi-cornered contest. The party cited the alignment between the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray's MNS as the reason for opting out of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) arrangement for the civic polls. According to political observers, the Congress' move to go solo, focusing on local issues and ideological clarity, reflects strategic recalibration and political vulnerability. It is a bold gambit but one fraught with risk in a political landscape dominated by well-entrenched alliances and resurgent rivals, they said. How the Congress navigates this terrain in Mumbai could have long-lasting implications for its political fortunes in Maharashtra and beyond, they said. Historically, the Congress was a dominant force in Mumbai's civic politics, but the last three decades have seen a steady decline in its seat share. In the last polls in 2017, the then undivided Shiv Sena (84) and BJP (82) were neck-and-neck, while the Congress' tally plunged to just 31 seats. Congress leaders said they could not align with the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) due to ideological differences, particularly over its stand on linguistic identity and migrant issues, which they argue run contrary to their party's inclusive image. We cannot be part of an alliance that promotes divisive politics, Maharashtra Congress in-charge Ramesh Chennithala has said. The Congress strategy is aimed at consolidating minority, Dalit and migrant voters, sections that may be uncomfortable with the MNS' links with the Maha Vikas Aghadi, said party leaders. MVA comprises the Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT) and NCP (SP), while the Mahayuti consists of the BJP, Shiv Sena led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and NCP under Deputy CM Ajit Pawar. The Congress has also indicated that its campaign will focus on local issues such as infrastructure, flooding, air pollution and alleged corruption in the functioning of the BMC. Thackerays have joined hands after 20 years, but many challenges loom on the road to the BMC Political analysts said that the approach allows the Congress to target the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance on governance while distancing itself from Uddhav Thackeray's party, which controlled the BMC for over two decades until 2022. However, the decision carries significant risks, they said. In recent elections, Opposition unity has been viewed as a key factor in countering the BJP's organisational strength. A divided Opposition in Mumbai could potentially benefit the BJP-Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) alliance. The Congress also faces organisational challenges in the city. Its grassroots presence has weakened over the years, raising questions about its ability to field strong candidates across all 227 wards. Talks with Prakash Ambedkar-led Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) for a possible understanding are ongoing, though sources say differences over seat-sharing have so far prevented a formal alliance. A good showing in the BMC polls could help the Congress rebuild its organisational base in Maharashtra and bargaining power ahead of future elections, while a poor performance could further marginalise it in the state's urban political landscape. Control of the BMC is considered politically significant due to its large budget and influence over Mumbai's civic administration. However, the Congress' decision could turn the BMC polls into what might have been a bipolar fight into a crowded, multipolar battle. NCP (SP) opens talks with Congress for BMC polls, stakes claim to 50 seats Congress leaders insist the gamble is existential rather than tactical. The immediate trigger was the long-anticipated rapprochement between Uddhav Thackeray and his cousin Raj Thackeray, which was formally announced on Wednesday. For the Congress, Raj Thackeray's aggressive sons of the soil rhetoric, often directed at North Indian migrants, is a problem. Party leaders argue they cannot sacrifice the Congress's long-held positioning as a secular, inclusive force in Mumbai's diverse electorate. We cannot align with forces that divide the city on linguistic lines. Our fight is for 'vikas' (development), not 'vivad' (division), Chennithala had said earlier. Political observers said that by contesting independently, the Congress aims to position itself as the only national, secular alternative in the fray. The party is betting heavily on the Muslim, Dalits, and North Indian vote banks, segments potentially alienated by the MNS' presence in the opposition camp. The deployment of Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and former MP Mohammad Azharuddin shows the party's targeted outreach to Telugu- and Urdu-speaking neighbourhoods, signalling a return to identity-based micro-mobilisation. The Congress plans to release detailed chargesheets alleging corruption and administrative failures in the BMC -- both under the current state dispensation and during the Shiv Sena's earlier control of the civic body. However, a multi-cornered contest could indirectly benefit the Mahayuti alliance, said political analysts. Whether the bet to go solo pays off could shape not just the city's civic future, but the Congress' trajectory in Maharashtra for years to come, they added. Elections to 29 civic corporations, including the civic bodies in MMR, will be held on January 15, and votes will be counted the next day. MahaYuti seat sharing formula finalised 150:50:27 for BMC election
Reunion Of Thackeray Brothers To Protect Marathi Manoos' Welfare: Shiv Sena
Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray said while many alliances and coalitions have occurred in politics, tie-up between Shiv Sena led by Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena founded by Raj Thackeray is set to be historic.
Nine dead after speeding truck collides with sleeper bus in Chitradurga
At least nine people were killed after a speeding truck rammed into a luxury sleeper bus in Karnatakas Chitradurga district, causing the bus to catch fire. The bus with 32 passengers, which was on its way to Gokarna was engulfed in flames under the impact of the collision and most of the deceased were burnt alive inside the vehicle
A significant fire erupted on the 14th floor of a 23-storey residential building in Andheri West this morning, causing extensive smoke and trapping residents on upper levels. Firefighters responded swiftly, declaring it a Level-I incident. Multiple agencies are on-site, working to rescue those stranded and ventilate the structure. No injuries have been reported yet.
Congress alleges Aravallis opened to mining after Modi govts redefinition
The Congress has accused the Centre of weakening environmental protection, claiming over 90 pc of the Aravallis may be opened to mining due to a new hill redefinition. He also accused the government of launching a determined assault on ecological balance by weakening environmental protection laws and loosening pollution norms
Congress gambit to go solo in BMC polls reshapes Opposition contest in Mumbai
The Congress has opted to contest the BMC elections independently, fracturing the opposition and creating a multi-cornered battle. Citing ideological differences with the Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS alliance, the party aims to consolidate minority, Dalit, and migrant votes by focusing on local issues and its secular image. This bold move carries significant risks for the Congress's future in Maharashtra.
The political reunion of estranged Thackeray cousins, Uddhav and Raj, ahead of BMC polls has sparked debate. While supporters hail it as historic and a revival of Marathi unity, the ruling Mahayuti dismisses it as opportunistic hype, likening it to a Putin-Zelensky moment and questioning its impact.
Four of Telangana family killed in car accident in Maharashtra's Chandrapur district
ADILABAD: Four members of a family, including children, were killed in a car accident near Devad village in Chandrapur district of Maharashtra late on Wednesday night. All the victims belonged to Khagaznagar town in Kumram BheemAsifabad district. According to sources, six members of the same family had travelled to Nagpur a day earlier for medical treatment. While returning to Khagaznagar, the driver lost control of the car near Devad village, rammed into a culvert, and the vehicle overturned. Four of them died on the spot, while two others sustained injuries and are undergoing treatment.
Four Women from Kumuram Bheem Asifabad Killed in Maharashtra Road Accident
Car returning from Nagpur plunges off bridge near DevadaSondo; two others critically injured.
Civic polls: Rapid urban growth, strained services key voter issues in Mumbai region
Nine municipal corporations in Maharashtra's Mumbai Metropolitan Region are heading to polls. Core civic issues like pollution, housing, water, sanitation, and public transport are shaping voter choices. Candidates are addressing these challenges as rapid urban growth strains infrastructure and services. Residents demand immediate improvements in public amenities and infrastructure.
After deadline miss, DOJ signals further delay in Epstein files release
The Christmas Eve announcement came hours after a dozen US senators called on the Justice Department`s watchdog to examine its failure to meet the deadline
Trump-backed Nasry Asfura clinches victory in Honduras polls
The former mayor of Honduras` capital Tegucigalpa, won in his second bid for the presidency, after he and Nasralla were neck-and-neck during a weeks-long vote count that fuelled international concern.
Uttarakhand: Gangster Vinay Tyagi shot while being taken to Laksar Court
The incident occurred when unidentified assailants opened fire on him while he was being taken to the Laksar court in Haridwar for a hearing
Southern California hit by severe storm, flash floods and evacuations ordered
Forecasters said Southern California could see its wettest Christmas in years and warned about flash flooding and mudslides. Areas scorched by January`s wildfires were under evacuation warnings
Delhis air quality improves slightly, several areas record moderate AQI
Although the citys overall air quality continued to remain in the poor category with an average Air Quality Index of 221, several locations across Delhi and the National Capital Region registered better readings, falling into the moderate category
62% of mouth cancer cases in India due to alcohol and tobacco: Study
NEW DELHI: Six out of 10 people in India are suffering from mouth cancer due to frequent consumption of alcohol, along with chewing of smokeless tobacco products such as gutkha, khaini, paan, said a first large-scale study published on Wednesday. Authored by a team of researchers from the Center for Cancer Epidemiology, and Homi Bhabha National Institute, in Maharashtra, the study found that as little as under 2 gram a day of beer was associated with a heightened risk of buccal mucosa cancer (BMC), while 9 gram a day of alcohol - equivalent to around one standard drink - was associated with an approximately 50 per cent increased risk of mouth cancer. When combined with chewing tobacco, it is likely accounted for 62% of all such cases in the country. The findings, published in the journal BMJ Global Health, suggest that more than one in 10 cases (nearly 11.5%) of all buccal mucosa cancers in India are attributable to alcohol, rising to 14% in some of the states with a high prevalence of the disease, such as Meghalaya, Assam, and Madhya Pradesh. States like Arunachal Pradesh have reported the highest prevalence of alcohol consumption (26%), while states like Gujarat have reported very low alcohol consumption (4%). As of 2022, there were an estimated 4,00,000 new oral cancer cases globally. It is the second most common cancer in India, with an estimated 1,43,759 new cases and 79,979 deaths occurring each year in India alone. BMC is the predominant form of oral cancer in the Indian sub-continent, and despite its poor survival rate - 43% net fiveyear survival. This study shows that alcohol, even in low quantities, increases the risk for BMC. Prevention of consumption of tobacco and alcohol together could substantially reduce the incidence of BMC, the study said. For the study, researchers investigated the impact of alcohol consumption, including 11 internationally-recognised liquors and 30 locally-brewed liquor (LBLs) from different regions of India - Tharra, Desi, Mahua, Apong on the risk of BMC among Indian men. The researchers compared 1,803 people with confirmed buccal mucosa cancer and 1,903 randomly selected people free of the disease (controls) from five different study centres between 2010 and 2021. Most of the participants were aged between 35 and 54; nearly half (around 46%) of cases were among 25-to 45-year-olds. It found that compared with those who didnt drink alcohol, the risk was 68% higher for those who did, rising to 72% for those favouring internationally recognised alcohol, and to 87% for those opting for local drinks.
Ratnagiri plant has machinery of 'tainted' Italian firm, emitting hazardous chemicals: Rohit Pawar
State industries minister Uday Samant, however, said the chemicals in question are not being produced at the plant set up by Lakshmi Organic Chemicals in the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) area at Lote Parashuram, 225 km south of Mumbai.
Donald Trump immigration policy segment accidentally airs on TV app
The story was pulled from Global Television Network, one of Canadas largest networks, but still ran on the networks app
US and Ukraine reach consensus on key issues to end war
Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke as the US showed the 20-point plan, hammered out after marathon talks in Florida in recent days, to Russian negotiators. A response is expected from Moscow on Wednesday, Zelenskyy said.
Bangladesh govt to take responsibility of slain workers family
Education adviser CR Abrar on Tuesday met the bereaved family of 25-year-old Dipu Das, who was killed by a mob and his body set on fire on December 18 in Mymensingh
Unnao rape survivor to challenge Kuldeep Sengars sentence suspension in SC
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday suspended the sentence of Sengar, who is serving life imprisonment in the case, and ordered his release on bail pending the disposal of his appeal against his conviction by a trial court in December 2019
Even small alcohol intake linked to higher risk of mouth cancer, study finds
Researchers from Navi Mumbais Center for Cancer Epidemiology, among other institutes in India and International Agency for Research on Cancer, France, analysed 1803 individuals with buccal mucosa (mouth) cancer and 1903 randomly selected healthy people from across five study centres between 2010 and 2021
Army JCO killed in firing in Jammu and Kashmirs Samba
The incident is under investigation and further details will be shared as facts are established, the spokesperson said. The Armys Rising Star Corps identified the jawan as Subedar Surjeet Singh and paid rich tributes to him
Although there is only one instance of England winning a Test on Christmas Day (vs India in 1972), Stokes & Co may have enjoyed a better festive season had they shown some fight in Australia
Officials cant just occupy school/college premises
We want to see that studies and students are given preference with regular communication channels open for the principal/college administrators and election in-charge.
More than a manger: How Mumbais Christmas cribs speak to the present
'Media Blackout After Campaign Ends': Maharashtra State Election Commission On Jan 15 Civic Polls
According to the commission, public campaigning for the civic body electionswill officially conclude at 5.30 pm on January 13, 2026
Mumbai: Bishop decries attacks on Christmas gatherings
Mumbai: FDA to intensify checks at hotels before New Year
Mumbai: 29-year-old sentenced to 10-year jail for illegal sale of cough syrup
