NITES IT union writes to Maharashtra Chief Minister on TCS employee suicide
The 48-year-old employee allegedly died following workplace harassment and humiliation by certain colleagues, as per a note left behind by Brahme
After cadaver remarks row, Dr Sejal Pawar accused of using fake ST certificate to secure MBBS seat
Dr Sejal Pawar is now facing a new controversy. Social media users are questioning her admission to an MBBS course under the Scheduled Tribe category. This follows an earlier incident where she was involved in a case registered by Maharashtra Cyber with comedian Pranit More. Allegations suggest irregularities in her caste certificate. Investigations are ongoing into both matters.
Imam forced to chant Jai Shri Ram, accused apologises after FIR
Hyderabad: A Muslim imam was surrounded by a group of men and forced to chant Jai Shri Ram in Maharashtras Jalgaon district, with an FIR now registered in the case following intervention by AIMIM national spokesperson Waris Pathan. Hafiz Qasam, a resident of Marul village in Jalgaons Yawal taluka, had travelled to Parola village 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 .
Maharashtra Orders Crackdown On App-Based Cab Drivers Over Forced Tips
The move came after Kalyan MP Dr Shrikant Eknath Shinde formally raised concerns over what he alleged as growing instances of commuter exploitation across Maharashtra.
Mallika loses her cool over Pranit More, Rs 370 biryani remark
Comedian-actress Mallika Dua called out Pranit More, Himanshu Jangra, the 'Rs 370 biryani' man and a KEM doctor in a strongly worded Instagram post. She slammed crowd-work comedy and viral internet culture, while Maharashtra Cybercrime police registered an FIR against Pranit More over objectionable content shared on social media.
Maharashtra Cyber books comic Pranit More, others over viral obscene stand-up clips
Maharashtra Cyber has filed a case against comedian Pranit More and others. The FIR concerns allegedly obscene and objectionable content shared online. Videos circulating on social media platforms reportedly feature offensive remarks about women, consent, and deceased individuals. Summons have been issued to More, Jangra, and Pawar for questioning. The investigation is ongoing to identify all involved parties.
Maharashtra CET Result 2026 Live Updates: 1st Attempt PCM Scorecard Expected Anytime
MHT CET Result 2026 for 1st Attempt PCM is expected soon. Check latest live updates, scorecard download steps, login details, counselling updates and more.
Govt restricts bulk fuel purchases at petrol pumps amid supply concerns
According to a notification issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on June 11, the restrictions will initially remain in force for up to 90 days and may be extended if required
Two earthquakes jolt Assam`s Cachar district within an hour, no damage reported
The tremor was felt across several parts of southern Assam, including Cachar and adjoining areas. Residents reported feeling moderate shaking, prompting many to move outdoors as a precaution
Ukraine strikes bridges in Russian-controlled Kherson as fighting intensifies
Russia also said it had captured the village of Rozkishne , about 9 km west of the frontline city of Kostiantynivka in Donetsk and Okhrimivka, about 3 km from the Ukraine border in the Kharkiv region
Scientists discover vast hidden geological structure beneath East Antarctica
The newly identified feature consists of a network of huge basins concealed beneath the East Antarctic Ice Sheet, where ice exceeds 3 km in thickness in some locations
Lab-grown moon rock experiment reveals how solar wind reshapes lunar surface
The team exposed ilmenite to a synthetic version of solar wind, producing nanophase iron which is widely found in lunar soil and considered a key signature of space weathering
US and Iran exchange fresh attacks as talks on peace deal intensify
The US and Iran were exchanging messages on details of a memorandum, but some issues still had to be discussed in detail, including a mechanism for the release of frozen Iranian funds
Two-year-old dies, six fall ill after allegedly eating wedding sweets in UP
A two-year-old child died and six family members, including four children, fell ill after allegedly consuming sweets brought from a wedding ceremony in Uttar Pradesh`s Jeetpur Khas village. Police said the sweets had been brought home five days earlier, and an investigation into the incident is underway
Stamp out illegal parking lots once and for all
The civic body has also increased the number of directional signboards to help motorists easily locate the parking facility
The Rs 370 biryani and its lessons
What can an ordinary person learn about social media from the chaos around Pranit Mores comedy show, the Rs 370 biryani man, and the whiplash (FIR too)? Here are six lessons to take note of
Manipur CM condemns killing of Naga hostages
Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh has vowed strict action after the bodies of six Naga men, allegedly held hostage by armed groups, were recovered. The incident comes amid fresh violence in Kamjong district, where suspected militants killed two people and torched several house
Senior TMC leader asks Mamata to choose between him and nephew
Senior TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee has asked party chief Mamata Banerjee to choose between him and her nephew Abhishek Banerjee, accusing the latter of arrogance and disrespect towards senior leaders. The remarks come as the TMC grapples with fresh resignations and growing internal dissent
US President Donald Trump signals political shift in Iran amid West Asia War
Donald Trump suggested that recent US military action had reshaped Iran`s leadership structure, saying a new group of leaders had emerged in Tehran
Donald Trump says US-Iran nuclear deal is close
US President Donald Trump said Washington and Tehran are close to finalising a nuclear agreement that would permanently prevent Iran from acquiring atomic weapons. Trump said the deal could be signed within days and would also reopen the Strait of Hormuz, easing regional tensions and boosting global energy security
US President Donald Trump says Iran agrees to nuclear deal
US President Donald Trump said Iran`s leadership has approved a framework agreement with Washington that would permanently prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Trump said the deal is in its final stages and could be formally signed within days after weeks of negotiations
Donald Trump says, `Iran deal could bring relief to oil markets`
US President Donald Trump has said a proposed agreement with Iran could trigger a sharp fall in global oil prices by easing tensions in the Middle East and reopening key shipping routes. Trump claimed the deal would stabilise energy markets, lower fuel costs and benefit oil-importing nations like India
Worlds first e-TaxiBot tows Airbus jets in Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in the Netherlands has introduced the world`s first fully electric TaxiBot, an aircraft towing vehicle that transports planes to the runway. The innovation can cut fuel consumption by up to 65 per cent while reducing carbon emissions and noise pollution
'Undermines sancity of medical education': AIMSA slams Dr Sejal Pawar for comment during comic show
The All India Medical Students Association (AIMSA) has condemned remarks made by MBBS student Dr. Sejal Pawar during a stand-up comedy show, deeming them insensitive towards cadavers and body donors. Maharashtra Cyber has registered an FIR against several individuals, including Dr. Pawar, for allegedly obscene and objectionable content, with the National Commission for Women also taking suo motu cognisance
Adopt targeted delimitation for 170 Lok Sabha seats: Economic Advisory Council to PM Modi
According to the model proposed, Kerala and Tamil Nadu will account for 22 of the 59 proposed two-way splits. In cases of three-way splits, the lions share will be in UP (17), followed by Maharashtra (12), Bihar (10), and Bengal (10). As a result, the number of seats in southern states is expected to rise in Telangana from 17 to 26, Andhra from 25 to 38, Karnataka from 28 to 42, TN from 39 to 59, and Kerala from 20 to 30.
Maharashtra govt takes cognisance of aggregated cab drivers arm-twisting customers for tips
Over the past few days, incidents of drivers demanding additional tips or extra payments after accepting rides and cancelling the trips if such payments were not made, were being reported, the officials said.
2 men arrested for tribal woman's murder in Navi Mumbai
2 months on, man held for killing lover, setting her body on fire in Panvel forest
Bombay high court gives custody of 12-year-old sex assault survivor to mother booked for murder
Sharad Pawar must take lead in merging smaller parties with Congress: Raut
Worker drowns after accidental fall from railway bridge at Mumbra creek
29-yr-old woman caught at airport for smuggling hydroponic weed worth Rs 11.8 cr from Bangkok
Narrow escape for 25 BEST staffers as slab collapses at Shivajinagar bus depot
FIR against Maharashtra firm after seizure of 140 quintals of illegal fertiliser in Bathinda
Indian Navy conducts mid-sea operation, recovers unexploded warhead from vessel
The operation was carried out on the Marshall Islands-flagged vessel MT Olympic Life, which was en route from Fujairah in the UAE to Kochi when an explosion was reported in its hull
Four arrested for murder four years after police closed case as one of accidental death
Mumbai civic chief orders survey and revival of wells amid declining water stock in dams
Bombay high court upholds cousins right to inherit tenancy of flat in Dadar Parsi Colony
Maharashtra Cracks Down on Ola, Uber Over Alleged Coercive Tip Demands
The decision comes on the backdrop of concerns raised by Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) MP Shrikant Shinde regarding app-based taxi and ride-hailing services. These companies are involved in practices such as coercing passengers for tips, forcing additional charges and financially exploiting passengers by taking advantage of their difficult situations.
Eight public sector banks add 13,223 employees in FY26; SBI largest recruiter
The eight banks include SBI, Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank, Punjab National Bank, Bank of India, Indian Bank, UCO Bank, and Bank of Maharashtra
Pune: CJP protests over NEET paper leak, demand Pradhan`s resignation
The protest was led by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, who demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in the NEET examination process
BMC orders police cases against BLOs skipping SIR duty
Consider deleting posts on Salman: HC to neighbour
Man asleep behind parked school bus in Mumbai dies after driver reverses vehicle
Jogger mauled by unmuzzled Rottweiler in Mumbai, undergoes surgery; dog owner, handler booked
Maharashtra Cyber police have filed a case against comedian Pranit More, web developer Himanshu Jangra, and others for allegedly circulating obscene content. The controversy stems from remarks made during a comedy show that allegedly glorified coercion and trivialized consent, with further offensive comments made about medical cadavers. Summons have been issued for questioning.
PM Modi to make historic first visit by Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia: MEA
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in Bratislava on June 14 and will be accorded a ceremonial welcome at the historic castle the following day before holding delegation-level and one-on-one talks with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico
Fake call centre in Mumbai harasses friends & family of credit card defaulters, six booked
Comedy show row: Pranit, others face FIR over 'objectionable remarks'
Maharashtra Cyber has filed a First Information Report (FIR) against stand-up comedian Pranit More in the controversy over his recent Gurugram show.
CR`s Solapur Division completes future-ready upgrades at Tikekarwad
The works were carried out during recently completed traffic blocks and form part of the division`s ongoing efforts to modernise railway infrastructure and prepare for future growth in passenger and freight traffic
MHT CET 2026 result declared for Management, Hospitality and Nursing Courses: Check details here
The State CET Cell, Maharashtra has declared the MHT CET 2026 results for courses including BHMCT, BCA, BBA, BMS and BSc Nursing. Candidates can check their scores on the official website. Those shortlisted in the merit list will now move to the counselling stage, which includes online choice filling and seat allocation.
India condemns attack on vessel off Oman coast; 3 crew members missing
According to an official statement, the MEA stated that the vessel was attacked earlier on the day, prompting an immediate search and rescue operation involving Oman authorities
SC refuses to halt rajya sabha polls, to hear natarajan plea on June 12
The Supreme Court refused to halt the Rajya Sabha election process in Madhya Pradesh but agreed to hear Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajans plea on June 12 challenging the rejection of her nomination
Kuwait reopens airspace after temporary closure amid escalating tensions
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said that on Thursday that air traffic had returned to normal following the resolution of circumstances that led to the temporary closure
SC calls homemakers `nation builders`; fixes minimum value of domestic care
The Supreme Court ruled that homemakers are nation builders and held that the loss of a wife`s domestic care should be valued at a minimum of Rs 30,000 per month in compensation cases under the Motor Vehicles Act, marking a significant recognition of unpaid household work
Third Indian vessel incident reported off Oman in 3 days: Indian Embassy
The development comes after a fire aboard MT Marivex on June 8 and an attack on MT Settebello on June 10, in which three Indian seafarers lost their lives
At the 20th anniversary of Lend A Hand India in Pune, Maharashtra Education Commissioner Sachindra Pratap Singh urged a shift from purely academic learning to skill-based education to improve employability. He emphasized vocational training, experiential learning and stronger industry collaboration to prepare students for evolving job markets. Speakers, including industrialist Prataprao Pawar, highlighted AI-driven changes and adaptability. The event showcased LAHIs two-decade impact, skill labs and its reach across millions of students nationwide across India.
Maharashtra govt supports consortium including Cleveland Clinic to develop Navi Mumbai medicity
The project is expected to attract approximately $ 1.2 billion in investment and generate over 10,000 direct jobs
Maharashtra: Heatwave continues as Brahmpuri records temperature at 45.5 degees
Scattered rain provided temporary relief in parts of Vidarbha, but heatwave conditions persisted with Brahmpuri recording 45.5 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, the IMD has forecast partly cloudy skies, light rain and thundershowers for Mumbai, with hot and humid conditions expected to continue
Calcutta HC grants interim relief to Abhishek Banerjee in signature forgery case
Calcutta High Court granted Abhishek Banerjee temporary protection from coercive action in a signature forgery case while directing him to appear before the Criminal Investigation Department for questioning
Kuwait reopens airspace after Iranian attacks trigger temporary shutdown
Kuwait reopened its airspace to commercial flights after a temporary shutdown triggered by the latest Iranian attacks. The Gulf nation said its air defences engaged hostile aerial targets and strongly condemned Tehran`s repeated strikes amid escalating regional tensions
Pune gym owner shot at, attacked with sharp weapon; four detained
According to police, four men allegedly opened fire on Yogesh Mahesh Banekar before chasing and assaulting him with an axe-like weapon. Banekar is currently undergoing treatment in hospital and is responding to treatment
Cockroach Janta Party set to launch education manifesto today
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke announced the launch of a nationwide protest from Pune along with an education manifesto addressing alleged exam irregularities. The campaign seeks Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan`s resignation and will culminate at Jantar Mantar on June 20
A fresh controversy surrounds comedian Pranit More's show after a video of Dr. Sejal Pawar discussing jokes about male cadavers during post-mortems surfaced. Pawar has since apologized, acknowledging the disrespectful interpretation of her words and taking full responsibility for the incident.
MHT CET PCM Result Live Updates: The cell has released the final answer key PDF for the second attempt on June 9, addressing and accepting 14 challenges.
UNSC debate: India announces USD 2.5 million aid for Palestine refugees
India`s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, announced that India will soon provide USD 2.5 million to the UNRWA as the first instalment of its annual USD 5 million contribution
After surpassing Nehrus record, PM Modi thanks world leaders for support
Leaders from countries including the United States, Singapore, Israel, Germany, Italy, Bhutan and Guyana extended their congratulations after Modi surpassed the record previously held by India`s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru
Kerala on health alert as Kozhikode man tests positive in preliminary screening
The patient, currently on ventilator support at Government Medical College, had initially sought treatment at a private hospital. Samples have been sent to the National Institute of Virology (NIV) in Pune for confirmation
Iran retaliates after new US strikes, targets Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan
The US Central Command said American forces had completed a new wave of strikes before sunrise on Thursday, targeting what it described as Iranian military surveillance systems, communication networks and air defence installations
Ukraine launches deep strikes into Russia, targets military factory
Ukraine carried out long-range attacks on key military and energy targets deep inside Russia, including a drone antenna factory and an oil refinery, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. Moscow claimed it intercepted 326 Ukrainian drones in one of the war`s largest overnight attacks
Iran attacks US military bases after American strikes near Strait of Hormuz
Iran`s IRGC claimed responsibility for missile and drone attacks on US military bases in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain in retaliation for American strikes on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz. The latest exchange marks a major escalation in tensions between Washington and Tehran
Mumbai court grants relief to customs broker and importer arrested for psychotropic export
A Mumbai court granted relief to a customs house agent and importer arrested for allegedly attempting to export psychotropic substances. Customs seized 10,000 Chlordiazepoxide tablets, exceeding the commercial quantity limit. The court released the accused citing non-compliance with legal provisions during arrest, while investigations into the wider export network continue.
Ex-insurance staff held for Rs 24L loan scam using customer data
A former insurance employee and an associate were nabbed in Haryana for a Rs 24 lakh loan fraud. The accused allegedly tricked policyholders, accessed their OTPs, and manipulated company systems to divert funds to mule accounts. The scam unraveled after a customer reported an unauthorized loan notification. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend a second employee.
UNSC debate: India condemns attacks on merchant vessels, stresses Gulf stability
Speaking at a UNSC debate, India`s Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, condemned attacks on commercial shipping and called for restraint, dialogue and diplomacy
Bihar man beaten to death after objecting to Mahayajna banner being torn
A 56-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death in Bihar`s Kushinagar district after objecting to youths tearing a Mahayajna banner. Police have launched an investigation, deployed additional security, and sent the body for post-mortem examination
DR Congo Ebola cases rise to 635, recoveries reach 30: Govt
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported 635 confirmed Ebola cases as the Bundibugyo virus outbreak continues. Health officials say recoveries are increasing, while the Africa CDC warns of operational challenges and resource shortage
18 killed in southern Lebanon as cross-border fighting with Israel continues
At least 18 people were killed and several injured in southern Lebanon as cross-border fighting between Israel and Hezbollah escalated. Fresh strikes, drone attacks and diplomatic appeals come despite a ceasefire and growing regional tensions
mid-day Opinion: This King is 75 today
Celebrating West Indian Collis King, the man whose entertaining knock of 86 in the 1979 World Cup final against England was as significant if not more than Viv Richardss match-winning century
mid-day Opinion: Dont recklessly venture into water bodies
According to officials, the drowned youngster had accessed the quarry for a swim and eventually perished in the deep water
Humanoid robot Pemba scales Ecuador`s Chimborazo volcano
A modified Unitree G1 humanoid robot named Pemba has successfully climbed Ecuador`s 20,341-foot Chimborazo volcano, marking the first phase of an ambitious robotics expedition that could eventually include an attempt to scale Mount Everest
China using ChatGPT to target US AI debate: Report
China-linked actors allegedly used ChatGPT to generate content aimed at influencing US debates on AI infrastructure and tariffs, according to OpenAI`s latest threat report. US lawmakers have accused Beijing of exploiting America`s open political system to shape public opinion
US launches fresh strikes on Iran, Trump warns of stronger military action
The United States launched a fresh round of strikes on multiple targets in Iran, with President Donald Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth warning that military pressure would intensify unless Tehran agrees to a nuclear deal with Washington
Taiwan fires HIMARS rockets into Taiwan Strait during military drill
Taiwan`s military fired US-supplied HIMARS rockets into the Taiwan Strait during a live-fire exercise, marking the first such drill in the strategic waterway. The exercise showcased the island`s defence capabilities amid ongoing tensions with China
US controls Hormuz, over 100 million oil barrels moved through, says Hegseth
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said American forces have effectively secured the Strait of Hormuz, protecting the movement of over 100 million barrels of oil amid tensions with Iran. He claimed the US has maintained a largely undisclosed maritime operation in the region
