Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 2: Geo-Chem India, part of the Cotecna Group, today formally inaugurated its state-of-the-art Food Safety Laboratory in Mumbai, India in the presence of Sebastien Dannaud, Group CEO - Cotecna; Amit Chopra, CEO, Cotecna - South Asia & Middle East; Avinash Maheshwari, CEO, Geo-Chem India; and other senior leaders, technical experts and laboratory professionals.
Denmark's Novonesis to invest 6,600 cr in Maha for enzyme plant expansion
Danish biosimilars producer Novonesis on Wednesday announced a Rs 6,600 crore investment in Maharashtra's Patalganga to expand an enzyme plant over the next four years. Expected to be fully operational by 2030, the expanded facility will produce enzymes for a broad range of industries, including biofuels, household care, and food and beverages, as per an official statement. The facility will help it meet increasing demand from emerging markets, including those in the Middle East, Africa, India and South Asia, its president and chief executive Ester Baiget said. These markets represent an important and growing part of the company's business and are expected to grow faster than developed markets in the coming years, Baiget added. Its chief operating officer, Anders Lund, said the Patalganga facility will get it closer to customers and also help strengthen its scale, operational resilience, efficiency, and supply flexibility. In the past, it has invested in plant expansions in ...
FSSAI chief praises Tukaram Mundhe
Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) commissioner Tukaram Mundhes aggressive crackdown on food safety violations has won praise from Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) CEO Rajit Punhani. Speaking to India Today, Punhani highlighted Mundhes approach to enforcement and said his work demonstrated that stronger action was possible even without additional manpower. If [] The post FSSAI chief praises Tukaram Mundhes food safety crackdown: If theres a will, theres a way appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
J-K protests: NC, BJP stage rival protests in Srinagar; Police foil both marches
Senior NC leaders, including Health and Education Minister Sakina Itoo, MLAs Tanvir Sadiq, Salman Sagar, Ahsan Pardesi, Shamima Firdous and Hilal Parray, among others, marched towards the BJP office in Jawahar Nagar
31 Bangladeshi nationals arrested in Bengaluru brought to West Bengals Malda
The detainees have been temporarily lodged at a holding centre in Malda, which borders Bangladesh. Authorities have initiated the legal process for their return to Bangladesh, after which they are expected to be handed over to the Border Security Force (BSF) for the pushback process
BJYM-MNS clash: Yuva Morcha warns of answer in kind after BJP chief asks youth
Maharashtra BJP chief Ravindra Chavan has asked the BJP youth wing to avoid protests against MNS leaders, but BJYM chief Krishnaraj Mahadik said workers would respond if their events were disrupted amid tensions over the removal of PM Modis photo in Pune
Manoj Jha Supports Rahul Gandhis Vote Theft Allegations, BJP Calls Them Baseless
Mumbai, September 2: The political landscape in Maharashtra is heating up following Congress leader Rahul Gandhis allegations of vote theft related to the draft voter list. The ruling party and the opposition are now at odds over these claims. While the opposition backs Gandhis statements, the ruling party dismisses them as unfounded. Rajya Sabha MP ... Read more Manoj Jha Supports Rahul Gandhis Vote Theft Allegations, BJP Calls Them Baseless
Study Maps 16 Critical Conservation Areas For Great Indian Bustard In The Deccan
Other sites are distributed across 35 districts- 22 in Maharashtra, six each in Karnataka and Telangana and one in Andhra Pradesh
Maratha quota: Jalna collector urges Jarange, doctors flag health concerns
Manoj Jaranges Maratha quota hunger strike entered its fifth day as doctors flagged falling blood sugar and the Jalna collector urged him to end the fast
Bank of America VP stabbed to death in Times Square; suspect shot dead by police
Another man, who was stabbed earlier by the same woman, is in stable condition in a hospital, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said. According to police, the attacker was armed with two knives when officers confronted her
Why did you sell it?: Sons beat up parents in Pune over land dispute
Rahul Gandhi urges Maharashtra Congress leaders to stand firm on party ideology
Rahul Gandhi urged newly elected Maharashtra Congress district presidents to remain firmly committed to party ideology and fight to ensure justice for people
MPSC paper leak row: Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar says leak happened before he took charge
SMT Announces Start of the SAFE-PFO Trial with First Patient Enrolment in Germany
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 2: Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) is one of the most common birth defects, affecting approximately 1% of live births globally and accounting for more than 4.18 million cases in children under five1. Despite advances in medical care, CHD continues to be a leading cause of infant and child mortality, highlighting the need for safe and minimally invasive treatment options. Patent foramen ovale (PFO) is also a common heart defect impacting approximately 25% adults globally2. A PFO is a small opening that can cause blood clots to travel to the brain and potentially lead to stroke These defects are typically treated using Occluders, which are catheter-based devices designed to close abnormal openings in the heart.
BJP stages protest against Rahul Gandhi in Nashik over womens reservation
The BJP staged a protest against Rahul Gandhi in Nashik, accusing the Congress of opposing womens reservation in Parliament and state assemblies
Jaishankar to begin three-day visit to Ukraine, Poland from Thursday
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will begin a three-day visit to Ukraine and Poland on Thursday, where he will hold bilateral consultations with the two countries' foreign ministers and discuss bilateral ties, regional developments and issues of mutual interest
Chhatron Ki Goonj is not students voice but Goonj of Sharia: Nitesh Rane
Rane also criticised the Shiv Sena (UBT), led by former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, and contrasted it with the Shiv Sena founded by Bal Thackeray
Rahul Gandhi in Nashik to meet Maharashtra Congress leaders, district presidents
Rahul Gandhi arrived in Nashik on Wednesday to meet Maharashtra Congress leaders and district presidents attending the partys Sangathan Srijan Abhiyan training camp
Maharashtra SIR Draft Electoral Roll: Step-By-Step Guide To Check Your Name On Voter List
The CEO Maharashtra website currently provides a facility to search for a voter's name in the SIR-2026 draft electoral roll using personal details.
Iran attacks American bases in Gulf in retaliation to US attacks
The IRGC said its response to what it described as US aggression had begun. It also claimed that Iranian air defences had shot down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone
Maharashtra scraps 70-year-old mandatory Hindi language test for government employees
The Maharashtra government has officially decided to cancel the 70-year-old mandatory Hindi language test for state government employees. This Hindi proficiency exam has been in place since the 1950s. According to the government, conducting a Hindi test is not appropriate under the Maharashtra Official Language Act, as all government work has been conducted in Marathi since Maharashtra's formation.
Maharashtra family welcomes daughter after 200 years, brings her home in chariot
Maharashtra family welcomes daughter after years brings her home in chariot
A Bihar politician's fluent Marathi conversation with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has won praise online, but the story behind the exchange is even more heartwarming. Sitamarhi MP Devesh Chandra Thakur stepped in to help a group of pilgrims from Maharashtra who had crossed into Bihar after being caught up in the aftermath of the devastating floods in Nepal .
FDA suspends food licence of Blinkit facility, 2 eateries in Mumbai
Unsafe storage, contaminated food and poor hygiene practices were among the concerns flagged by Maharashtra FDA officials during recent inspections
Maharashtra SIR: Urban assembly segments top in voter deletions
The names not included in the draft roll were classified under several categories, including voters already enrolled elsewhere, deceased persons, permanently shifted voters, untraceable or absent voters, and others
Nepal floods: India dispatches fifth aircraft carrying rescue team, aid, meds
India has sent an 11-member specialised rescue team and 5.5 tonnes of essential medicines to Nepal as search and rescue operations continue after devastating floods
ED raids payment companies, CAs in online betting case
Raids were made at five locations in Maharashtra, four in Delhi-NCR, two in Rajasthan, and one in Gujarat
Weaker rupee and costly airfares make seasonal international travel unviable
Weak rupee, costly airfares make international travel less attractive this festive season
A Bank of Maharashtra employees widow received his provident fund and gratuity but was denied family pension after missing the deadline to opt for a one-time pension scheme.
Maharashtra FDA Suspends Blinkit Licence, Shuts 2 Mumbai Eateries Over Hygiene Violations
Maharashtra FDA suspended Blinkits Akola food licence and acted against two Mumbai eateries after inspections uncovered serious hygiene and food-safety violations.
Maharashtra makes healthy food and balanced meals mandatory in govt meetings
Government departments will be issued instructions to incorporate healthier food choices into meetings, official events and daily workplace facilities
Disha Salian case: Bombay high court orders CBI probe into Sushant Singh Rajputs ex-managers death
Pooja Ranveer said her mother is deeply committed to education and has always encouraged her children to study. She recalled that her father died in an accident in Mumbai. Pooja said she dreams of becoming a police officer and is studying to achieve that goal. She also shared that she previously worked in farming before focusing on her education and preparing for a career in the police force.
Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane Advocates Strict Stance on Hijab and Burqa
Mumbai, September 2: Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane has reiterated a firm stance on the hijab and burqa, stating that if demands arise to ban hijabs in public spaces, the Hindutva-oriented state government may consider it positively. In an exclusive interview with a news agency, Rane emphasized that the government in Maharashtra is guided by Hindutva ... Read more Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane Advocates Strict Stance on Hijab and Burqa
Private courses held on public campus? Sydenham College faces state inquiry
Maharashtra Cabinet Approves Plan for Drug-Free State by 2029
Beginning with the 2027-28 academic year, drug-awareness lessons will be introduced from Class V to educate students about the dangers of substance abuse
Babies stolen by burqa-clad women: Guard stops 2 visitors at Mumbai's Cooper Hospital
Maharashtra CM sets six-month deadline to fill vacancies in tribal areas
Chairing a meeting on vacancies in tribal and PESA areas, Fadnavis said all departments and district administrations must submit the required data within two weeks
Crowds, funds and competition: Why Mumbais Ganpati idols keep getting taller
US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Donald Trump warns of more attacks
Trump claimed that US forces had destroyed a significant number of radar systems in Iran's military network, including systems that Tehran had attempted to rebuild
UP: Ganga Expressway damaged in Unnao after heavy rain, repairs underway
A portion of the Ganga Expressway in Uttar Pradeshs Unnao district caved in after heavy rain, creating a pit around seven feet deep. Traffic was diverted and repair work began after the damage was spotted during a night patrol
Russia bombards Kyiv for sixth straight day, killing at least 12
Russia launched a more than 12-hour aerial assault on Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions, killing at least 12 people and injuring more than a dozen. The attack involved missiles and hundreds of drones, with residential buildings and civilian infrastructure damaged.
Soldier missing after Army boat capsizes during training exercise in Yamunanagar
A soldier went missing in the Yamuna after an Army boat met with an accident during a training exercise at Hathnikund barrage in Yamunanagar. Four to five troops were aboard the boat, with three managing to swim to safety
Your food guide to relishing ramen bowls in Mumbai this monsoon season
Make the most of the citys last few rainy days with a bowl of this comforting Oriental one-pot meal
ED raids multiple States in fraud NHAI toll plaza collection case
They said about 14 premises in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Jammu and Kashmir, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi-NCR and West Bengal were brought under the searches
Lets hope this FDA commissioner is here to stay
He must stay in this post and continue doing the stellar job he is undertaking.
Ganga, Mandakini rise as heavy rain triggers flooding across Uttar Pradesh
Heavy rain and rising rivers disrupted life across Uttar Pradesh, with two people killed in Sitapur, two minor girls missing in Ghazipur and around 20,000 people affected by floods in Ballia
Maharashtra likely to see below-normal rainfall in September after dry August
Maharashtra is likely to receive below-normal rainfall in September after the state recorded 46 per cent less rain than its monthly average in August, according to the IMD. Marathwada, Vidarbha, Madhya Maharashtra and Konkan are expected to remain vulnerable to rainfall deficiency
NCLT stays order allowing Subhash Chandra to settle claims for Rs 6.5 crore
A five-member special bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), headed by President Justice Anupinder Singh Grewal, said there was no clear majority view on the repayment plan and therefore the order could not be given effect
Bihar, Jharkhand sign MoU to share Sone River water, ending 25-year dispute
Bihar and Jharkhand have signed an MoU to share 7.75 million acre-feet of water from the Sone River, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah describing the agreement as a permanent resolution to the nearly 25-year-old dispute
Nepal floods: US team joins high-risk search for survivors in hydropower tunnels
The team plans to use high-technology listening equipment to detect possible signs of life inside the tunnels. Specialised safety teams are also expected to enter the affected areas as search operations continue
Eknath Shinde slams Uddhav for demand to freeze Shiv Sena symbol
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief leader Eknath Shinde has criticised the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena-UBT over its demand to freeze the Bow and Arrow symbol. The Deputy Chief Minister on Tuesday said, The Bow and Arrow symbol was dearer than life itself to Balasaheb Thackeray; he used to worship it in his 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 .
BEST cracks down on power theft, yet 78% of penalties go uncollected
Secunderabad Army facility theft: Five rifles, seven pistols, ammunition stolen
An Army facility in Secunderabad has reported the theft of five assault rifles, seven pistols, 21 magazines, ammunition and a passive night vision binocular, police said. According to the FIR, the storage facilitys door locks were found open after the weapons went missing
Daily sugar-sweetened drinks linked to higher gastric cancer risk, study finds
Researchers at Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute found that drinking at least one sugar-sweetened beverage every day was associated with a 2.45-fold higher risk of gastric cancer compared with consuming such drinks less than once a month
Researchers find stalled adult neurogenesis linked to major depressive disorder
While most of the brains neurons develop before birth, a small number of new neurons continue to form in the adult hippocampus. Researchers at Columbia University found that this process, known as adult neurogenesis, stalls in individuals with major depressive disorder
Nepal floods: Death toll climbs to 1,127 as search teams continue operations
The scale of the disaster has created a major challenge for authorities, with a large number of bodies yet to be formally identified. Of the 1,127 bodies recovered so far, only 95 have been identified and handed over to their families, police said
Nepal flash floods death toll crosses 1,000, nearly 4,000 remain missing
The death toll from devastating flash floods in Nepal has risen to 1,003, with security forces recovering more bodies across eight districts, officials said. Nearly 4,000 people, including 583 foreigners and security personnel, remain missing, while around 12,000 have been rescued
Nepal floods: Five more Indians rescued, search operations continue
The MEA said Indian rescue and forensic teams were continuing to assist Nepalese authorities in the aftermath of the disaster, which has claimed more than 1,000 lives and left thousands of people out of contact
Reform Utsav-2026: Maharashtra seeks public suggestions to improve governance
The Maharashtra government will launch the three-month Reform Utsav-2026 campaign on October 2 to seek citizens suggestions on improving administrative, digital and governance processes
Ganesh Visarjan in Pune: Laser lights banned from September 14 to 25
The Pune district administration has imposed a complete ban on the use of laser lights during Ganesh Visarjan processions from September 14 to 25, including Anant Chaturdashi. District Collector Jitendra Dudi said the measure aims to ensure peaceful celebrations and safeguard public health and law and order
Maha: Healthy food and balanced menu mandatory in govt meetings and canteens
Mumbai, Sep 2 (IANS) The Maharashtra Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has taken a decision to make healthy snacks and meals mandatory in government and semi-government meetings, official events, and canteens. The initiative emphasises providing balanced and nutritious food to government officers and employees during meetings, events, and training sessions, officials said on []
Recruitment for vacancies in tribal areas must be completed within 6 months: CM Fadnavis
Mumbai, Sep 2 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday directed that detailed information regarding employees working in supernumerary posts across various government departments, along with the details of the corresponding original vacant posts, must be submitted within two weeks. Necessary action must be taken to complete the recruitment process for vacant posts in []
Maharashtra Unveils Comprehensive Drug Policy Aiming for a Drug-Free State by 2029
Mumbai, September 2: In a significant move to secure the future of the state, the Maharashtra Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, approved a comprehensive policy aimed at completely eradicating drugs and synthetic substances by 2029. With this initiative, Maharashtra becomes the first state in India to launch such a large-scale campaign under the ... Read more Maharashtra Unveils Comprehensive Drug Policy Aiming for a Drug-Free State by 2029
ABVP protests delay in release of scholarships for CAP admitted students
Part number runs into pages, locating names arduous without quick search options
126-yr-old voters? Draft roll entries force electors to fill Form 8 for corrections
No idea who will be called for hearing, unmapped voters await notices
Maharashtra 5% short of kharif sowing target; maize & pulses acreage drops
Heres Why You Shouldnt Pay For Private Tankers From Your Pocket In Pune
Onion prices rebound after last week's dip
Onion prices at Maharashtra's Lasalgaon market have rebounded after a recent fall. The average wholesale price reached 40 per kg, with retail prices remaining high. Farmers hope to recover losses after two years of subdued prices. Concerns about the kharif crop and stored onion quality are driving prices up. The government claims prices are cooling in other markets due to buffer stock sales.
Food distribution to the needy in Khadki
HC lens on illegal labs over dead doctors signatures on pathology reports
Court Seeks State Response On Measures To Curb Alleged Malpractice Across Maharashtra
Address infra issues first: MIDC anti-encroachment drive in Chakan faces resistance from villagers
Three-day The Schools of India Summit 2026 will be held from Oct 30
Two minor boys detained for possessing firearm
Next-Gen Birthmark Clinic in the offing at Bharati Hospital in Pune
HC orders PCMC to declare land reservation for Kasarwadi road lapsed
Enquire for ICU bed before referral: Sassoon
Retd IAF officer cheated of Rs10L in SIR scam
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 1: SIMCA Advertising Limited (NSE Emerge: SIMCA | ISIN: INE1K4J01018), one of India's established mediatech and Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) advertising companies with a legacy spanning over five decades, has been honoured with the Excellence in Out-of-Home Advertising recognition at the ET NOW Business Conclave & Awards 2026 - West Edition.
Nepal floods kill at least 800, civilian deaths in Manipur and more: The week in 5 charts
Last week, devastating floods in Nepal triggered due to a glacial melt killed at least 800, violence flared up in Manipur again, killing four. A fire in a hospital ICU in Maharashtra killed three babies and the CJP announced a second protest march. Here are graphics explaining these and other key stories from last week.
IIM N students turn brand theories into phygital models
NMC starts repairing Pratap Nagar roads after TOI highlights potholes
School doubles up as GP office in Daryapur village
Amravati fire probe may lead to culpable homicide charge
