Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 23: Hexaware Technologies (NSE: HEXT), an AI-first digital and IT services company, hosted a delegation led by Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, and Bev Craig, Mayor of Greater Manchester, as part of The Great North's first joint mayoral-led trade mission to India
Fourth Partner Energy secures 750 cr for renewable project in Maharashtra
Fourth Partner Energy Ltd. (FPEL) has secured Rs 750 crore in financing from Tata Capital Cleantech Finance (TCCL) to develop a hybrid renewable energy project in Maharashtra combining solar, wind and battery storage, as developers increasingly turn to energy storage to provide more predictable clean power to corporate consumers. The project comprises 300 megawatts-peak (MWp) of solar capacity, 50 MW of wind power and a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) with a capacity of 750 megawatt-hours (MWh). It is expected to generate more than 630 million units of clean electricity annually for corporate customers in the state, FPEL said in a statement on Friday. The company has received an initial disbursement of nearly Rs 375 crore against the total financing sanction of Rs 750 crore, said Pradhyum Reddy, FPEL's head of corporate finance and renewable capital. The project comes as India's commercial and industrial power consumers seek more reliable renewable electricity supplies and ...
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Tata Teleservices (Maharashtra) shares plunged on Friday, giving up some gains after rallying 19% in the previous session following its Q2 results. The stock fell to Rs 34.24 on the NSE. The company reported a net loss of Rs 59 crore in Q2 FY27, narrowing from Rs 321 crore a year earlier and Rs 72 crore in the previous quarter. Despite the improvement, the stock has declined over 30% in 2026 so far and 59% in three years.
Fourth Partner Energy secures 750 cr Tata Capital financing for Maharashtra project
The project comprises 300 megawatts-peak (MWp) of solar capacity, 50 MW of wind power and a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) with a capacity of 750 megawatt-hours (MWh)
Religious Conversion Solely for Marriage Cannot Be Permitted: Bombay HC
MUMBAI: The Bombay High Court has observed that while individuals are free to change their religion, conversion solely for the purpose of marriage cannot be permitted, during a hearing on a challenge to the constitutional validity of Maharashtras anti-conversion law. A bench comprising Chief Justice Mahesh C Tripathi and Justice Advait Sethna said the Maharashtra [] The post Religious Conversion Solely for Marriage Cannot Be Permitted: Bombay HC appeared first on Northlines .
Maha MLC polls: Voting underway for five seats; Mahayuti, MVA both assert wins
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 23 (IANS) Polling for five Maharashtra Legislative Council seats, comprising three graduate and two teacher constituencies, is currently underway on Friday with 182 candidates in the fray, and their political futures sealed in ballot boxes across 2,419 polling stations. The counting is scheduled for October 27. The polling, which started at 8 a.m. and will continue till 4 p.m., is taking place in the Pune Teachers and Pune Graduate constituencies; Amravati Teacher Constituency; Nagpur and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Graduate Constituencies, where the rebels have made the elections tough for both the ruling Mahayuti and Maha Vikas Aghadi. Union Minister of State Murlidhar Mohol cast his vote at Dindayal Upadhyaya School in Kothrud, Pune. Speaking to reporters after exercising his franchise, Mohol expressed firm confidence that the ruling Mahayuti coalition will secure victories across all five constituencies. Mohol stated that graduate and teacher voters are educated and analytical. He noted that voters evaluate national progress, global developments, and the accelerated pace of state development under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister/Deputy CMs leadership before casting their ballots. Addressing comparisons with cooperative body elections (such as Gokul), Mohol emphasised that cooperative and legislative council polls operate under entirely different dynamics. He reiterated full confidence in the victory of candidates such as Smita Jadhav and Kaustubh Gawde, noting that alliance-supporting voters will firmly back the coalition. The Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Patil also said that the Mahayuti will win all five seats. Expressing strong confidence in the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) ahead of the Legislative Council elections, the Congress Legislature Party leader Vijay Wadettiwar predicted victories across all five seats, including the Nagpur Graduate constituency, both seats in Pune, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, and Amravati. Levelling serious allegations over electoral integrity, Wadettiwar claimed that flawed voter lists are a critical issue and asserted that the BJP resorts to manipulation in voter rolls because it cannot win elections fairly. The Pune graduate constituency records the highest participation base with approximately 3.88 lakh voters. The Amravati teacher constituency records the smallest base with approximately 35,000 voters. To ensure ballot validity, voters were required to present valid identification documents, including Aadhaar cards, driving licenses, PAN cards, Indian passports, government or semi-government service ID cards, MP/MLA/MLC official IDs, educational institution service IDs, or original university degree/diploma certificates. The election process in the Nagpur graduate constituency witnessed friction following allegations of discrepancies in the voter rolls. Congress candidate Abhijit Wanjari and party leaders raised concerns over 8,744 duplicate voter entries across multiple polling booths, calling the situation a matter of serious concern. Congress state chief spokesperson Atul Londhe alleged during a press conference that approximately 20,000 to 22,000 voter registrations were processed using a single mobile number (5432154321), and questioned the transparency of the verification process. A formal letter demanding an inquiry was submitted to the divisional commissioner by Congress leader Prafulla Goodhe. Following complaints, election authorities at polling booths required voters with duplicate listings to execute a short written declaration confirming they were voting at only one designated location and would not cast a vote elsewhere.
SIM Box Network Used for Scams Busted in Bengaluru, 4 Held in Maharashtra
Police traced the e-SIM supply chain to Tiroda in Gondia district, Maharashtra, following leads regarding the alleged sale of SIM cards and their conversion into e-SIM profiles
Ballot voting underway for Legislative Council polls, BJP and SP leaders trade barbs
Digital Desk | Ghaziabad, Oct 23 (IANS) Voting for the Legislative Council elections in Ghaziabad began at 8 a.m. on Friday, with voters arriving at polling stations in the district amid security arrangements. BJP MLA Nandkishor Gurjar, who was present at the booth, described the election as an important exercise, arguing that voting through ballot papers would put to the test the oppositions allegations regarding electronic voting machines (EVMs) and electoral malpractice. Targeting Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and other opposition leaders, Gurjar alleged that they questioned the electoral process when the BJP won elections but remained silent when their parties secured victories in other states. He said the current election, conducted through ballot papers, would provide an opportunity to assess the BJPs electoral support beyond the debate surrounding EVMs. This election is very important, Gurjar said, adding that BJP workers worked tirelessly to strengthen the party at the grassroots level. Expressing confidence in the partys leadership at the state and regional levels, the BJP MLA said opposition leaders would have to reconsider their allegations if the BJP secured a victory despite their criticism. He further claimed that allegations of EVM manipulation and vote theft amounted to an insult to the people who elected their representatives. Gurjar also said the ballot-based election would mark a new chapter in the countrys electoral history. Meanwhile, in Varanasi, Samajwadi Party MLA Ragini Sonkar appealed to voters to ensure a decisive victory for the partys candidates. She accused the BJP of creating an atmosphere of hooliganism, particularly in the education sector, and alleged that the ruling partys policies were adversely affecting students and young people. Sonkar claimed that children were being deprived of educational opportunities and that the youth were struggling to secure employment. She urged voters to support the Samajwadi Party, presenting the election as an opportunity to register their dissatisfaction with the BJPs governance. Polling began on Friday for 28 legislative Council seats across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Karnataka and Maharashtra, with voters turning up at designated booths. In Uttar Pradesh, polling is being held for five graduate and six teacher constituencies, while Bihar is having elections for four graduate and four teacher constituencies.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 23 (IANS) Superstar Madhuri Dixit revealed that she is a fan of actress Namrata Sambheraos popular character Lolly from the Marathi comedy show Maharashtrachi Hasya Jatra. The actress not only recalled one of Lollys memorable skits but also recreated the characters viral dialogue during a conversation on the reality quiz show, Honar Crorepati.. In the upcoming special episode, the cast of Maharashtrachi Hasya Jatra joined Madhuri for a fun-filled conversation that took an unexpected turn when she expressed her fondness for Lolly. As the conversation turns to the much-loved character, Madhuri enthusiastically said, I really love it! An excited Namrata asked whether she has watched her character, to which Madhuri responded with an emphatic yes and recalled Lollys dentist skit. For the uninitiated, Lolly, portrayed by Namrata, went on to become one of the recognisable characters on Maharashtrachi Hasya Jatra. Known for her distinctive hairstyle, exaggerated expressions and amusing English, the character draws humour from everyday observations and the way people express themselves. Choreographers Geeta Kapur and Terence Lewis have also joined the trend by recreating the character in a reel. During the conversation, Namrata also opened about how she developed Lollys distinctive personality and appearance. Explaining the inspiration behind the character, she says, I grew up in a chawl in Lalbaug, where I picked up on different expressions and ways of speaking. Our writers and creative team are always trying to find something distinctive for every character. I came up with Lollys hairstyle myself because I wanted her to look different. She speaks a little English, but she has complete confidence that she speaks it well! The character came together by borrowing little things from here and there and exaggerating them. Madhuri, who comes from a Marathi-speaking family, made her debut in Marathi cinema with Bucket List in 2018. Directed by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar, the film featured her as Madhura Sane, a homemaker who sets out to fulfil the wishes of a young woman whose heart she receives through a transplant.
Maharashtra MLC Polls: Gadkari, Family Cast Votes in Nagpur Graduates' Constituency
The biennial elections are also being held in the Pune Division Graduates', Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad) Graduates', Pune Teachers' and Amravati Teachers' constituencies
Two Maharashtra Ekikaran Samiti leaders arrested in Belagavi
Officers from the Khadebazar police station took them into custody in connection with a case filed in January 2025
MLC Elections 2026: BJP Faces SP In UP, Congress Takes On BJP-JD(S) In Karnataka
Legislative Council elections began in Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Bihar and Maharashtra on Friday, with the BJP and opposition parties looking to strengthen their positions. While the elections are being held for different seats in each state, the results could offer a
Maharashtra Dept's Solar Push For Zero Bills
The Maharashtra Animal Husbandry Department plans to implement solar energy projects across its buildings and land to achieve zero electricity bills and generate revenue by selling surplus power. A MoU was signed with MAHAPREIT to prepare a Detailed Project Report, with pilot projects starting in Pune and Beed.
MLC Polls: DK Shivakumar Seeks Support for Congress Candidate
Polling is underway for biennial Legislative Council elections in Bihar, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh.
Chandigarh: Minor boy shot dead by motorcycle-borne assailants in Sector 22
The incident took place at the cop's official residence in Sector 22.
Report flags Pakistans competing interests in US-Iran negotiations
While Iran has built substantial infrastructure on its side of the border, the report said, Pakistan has repeatedly postponed work on its section.
Somalia could face flood crisis as nearly 874,000 people risk displacement
Despite the mounting crisis, IOM said it has secured just 14.4 per cent of the 16.62 million dollars needed to respond to the impending El Nino floods.
Africa calls emergency health meeting as Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak spreads
The urgent call came as Nigeria on Tuesday became the fifth country to record a confirmed Bundibugyo Ebola case.
Maharashtra MLC elections: 182 candidates in fray across five constituencies
Voting began on Friday, October 23, in five Maharashtra Legislative Council constituencies covering graduates and teachers seats. A total of 182 candidates are contesting across 2,419 polling stations, with 10.68 lakh voters eligible to cast their votes in the Mahayuti-MVA contest
India slams delays in UN Security Council reform negotiations
The privileges written into the Charter by the victors of 1945 gives some countries the procedural means to resist change, he said
BPCL urges coordinated action to boost compressed biogas projects in Maharashtra
BPCL along with the MoPNG and the Maharashtra government hosted a workshop titled Waste to Wealth Scaling GOBARdhan in Mumbai
Protests should not devolve into anarchy
There was one kernel of advice from all: dissent is the pulse beat of democracy, so dissent fearlessly, but act responsibly
Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens after attacks on seven oil tankers
Meanwhile, the US is deploying thousands of troops and a third aircraft carrier to bolster its largest Middle East military presence in decades.
India and Poland agree to deepen ties in defence, space and nuclear energy
Tusk is on a three-day visit to India amid renewed global push to end the conflict in Ukraine
In what could be considered as yet another showdown between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition, the polling for the legislative council elections in Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Bihar and Maharashtra began on Friday. Of...
Amit Shah vows to clean Yamuna river by May 2029
These projects are like the backbone of cleaning the Yamuna river, Shah said.
Four pilgrims killed after speeding SUV hits devotees on NH16 in Andhra Pradesh
Three people were killed on the spot, while another person died on the way to hospital.
South Koreas famous shark Bukangi returns to canal after eight-hour rescue
After it broke through barriers rescuers had installed, it re-entered the waterway on Thursday, briefly getting trapped. The shark was freed again by rescuers.
Stanford study reveals how healthy coral clones could help revive dying reefs
Lab experiments showed that tissue fusion allows healthy corals to transfer life-giving algae and nutrients to their bleached partners
Tata Teleservices among 4 stocks showing RSI trending up
International Gemological Institute, Tata Teleservices (Maharashtra), ITC Hotels and Balkrishna Industries featured in StockEdges RSI Trending Up scan on October 22 after gaining over 3%.
Tsinghua researchers develop ultra-light brain monitor for neuroscience
With a broad 6-millimetre field of view, the compact device simultaneously monitors over 8500 individual neurons across the cortex in freely moving subjects, promising major breakthroughs in behavioural neuroscience and brain-computer interface technologies.
Hot October, El Nio fears: Is Mumbai in for a weather shock?
With Maharashtra reeling from uneven monsoon rainfall and water shortages, meteorologists caution against Super El Nio hype, saying the climate phenomenon is only one of several factors shaping the weather
Maharashtra: MBBS interns demand stipend hike from Rs 18,000 to Rs 30,000
Hold silent protest on Thursday as 23 letters to authorities in past three months expressing demands go unanswered
Maharashtra M. Pharmacy admission 2026: 4,135 students offered seats in fourth CAP round
'God is kind': Tiger Shroff shares video showing gunpowder marks on arms after firing
Even as Maharashtra fights drought, govt to spend 4 crore to send 180 farmers on tours abroad
Ready to run, but yet to roll: Undue delay in Hinjewadi Metro launch frustrates IT professionals
Pune corporators slam civic body over failure to curb dengue after Lohegaon girls death
Talegaon plant CEO arrested in CO2 leak case; gets bail
PCMC plans AI-based signals to regulate traffic at two Moshi junctions
Private bus, cab operators in Pune announce 15-30% fare hike From Nov 1
Slow pace of drought panchanamas will delay Central relief: Maharashtra opposition parties
Teachers body asks Maharashtra govt to curb unauthorised surveys in state-run primary schools
Delhi man arrested in Manjari jewellery shop theft case
FDA suspends eight Mumbai eateries, seizes 38 tonnes of food stock across Maharashtra
The FDA said inspections uncovered unhygienic kitchens and drainage systems, rusted racks and utensils, returned bread being mixed with fresh bread, incomplete temperature records, employees without medical certificates and the use of unauthorised food colours in sweets
Maharashtra to set up mega Chemical Industry Park Near Vadhvan Port
Daily-wage worker run over by road roller, dies in Pune
Women caught in a Marathwada drought trap have no crops, no work & no way out
Poultry farms in Pune scale down operations as water shortage pushes up prices
4 held, minor detained for Baner robbery
440 home guards for Konkan coast after Diveagar tragedy, call for beach safety force grows
Diveagar tragedy: Victims kin seek culpable homicide case against coaching institute
More than 80,000 challans issued for violations on Mumbais Coastal Road in one year
32,262 graduates to vote at 58 polling stations in Chandrapur
Amravati Teachers Poll Today; 26 in fray for 1 MLC seat
13,608 graduates to vote at 26 polling stations in Gadchiroli
21,742 Graduates to Vote at 41 polling stations in Wardha
Big Battle Today Between BJP Titans & Congs Lone Ranger In Grad Polls
22K voters linked to 1 mobile no., 8,744 double entries: Cong
Mankapur stadium decked up, ballot voting from 8am to 4pm
Schools must balance discipline & freedom, rethink curriculum
RBI gold kept abroad dips to 22% from 40% last fiscal
Bombay HC grants 90-day edu remission to POCSO convict Navy veteran
Nagpur rural cops bust nylon manja factory in Silvassa
Single-day adoptions give 20 children new families in Chandrapur and Amravati
BEST driver arrested after bus accident kills worker in Mumbai
ED seizes Rs 29 lakh cash in Maharashtra IVF racket money-laundering case
MLCs PA sent to jail after drunk driving spree, delivery boy battles for life
BEST panel clears 220 MW solar-battery power deal, eyes Rs 100 crore annual savings
Man gets life term for stabbing neighbour to death
FDA suspends licences of nine restaurants in Mumbai
Land measurement copy or co-owners consent must for sale of share in joint land: Bawankule
Mumbai police arrests two in Rs 1.5 crore investment fraud case
Thane court extends custody of two accused in Purnekar murder case
Sule files EC complaint over PDCC bank staffs alleged BJP campaigning for MLC polls
MCOCA slapped on gang behind ghat murder
13,700 crore third outer ring road: Farmers oppose land survey, demand clarity on compensation
Jai Vidarbha Cries Echo At Collectorate As Farmers Stage Bheek Mango Protest Over 5,000 Aid
PM2.5 spikes in green areas, turns Nagpur air toxic
Case against patients kin for manhandling hospital staffers
Andamans link to Wanadongri jewellery heist, 2 nabbed from Port Blair
Minor gives birth, juvenile neighbour detained
Blaze erupts in congested Bhuleshwar shop in Mumbai
In relief to five doctors, Bombay High Court appoints receiver for disputed Goregaon plot
Maharashtra to unveil dedicated chemicals policy by first week of November
Maharashtra aims to strengthen its chemicals industry through a dedicated policy, port-linked infrastructure and a proposed large-scale industrial park.
