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NCP merger would have happened in February if Ajit Pawar were alive: Sunil Tatkare's big claim

The two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) would have merged in February this year if Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar were alive, Sunetra Pawar faction's Sunil Tatkare has revealed. His remarks amid a viral video that showed Praful Patel meeting NCP(SP) chief Sharad Pawar at a hospital, fueling speculations of a merger again.

India TV 7 Nov 2026 8:31 am

NCP (SP) leader Deshmukh rules out merger of factions

Nagpur: Former Maharashtra Home Minister and senior NCP (SP) leader Anil Deshmukh on Friday, November 6, asserted there was no question of a merger between the rival Nationalist Congress Party factions, but added that anyone who wished to join his outfit was welcome. The ruling NCPs Maharashtra president Sunil Tatkare earlier said the merger of 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 .

The Siasat Daily 7 Nov 2026 8:20 am

From Vadodara to Palam: The Unforgettable Indian Experiences of Overseas Umpires

Believe it: Australian umpire Ben Treloar recently officiated in two Ranji Trophy matches. His first assignment was the Delhi-Gujarat fixture in Palam, followed by Mumbais match against Haryana. Similarly, Indian umpire Parashar Joshi will officiate in two Sheffield Shield matches and a One Day Cup fixture in Australia. The exchange is part of the 2026 Umpire Exchange Programme between Cricket Australia (CA) and the BCCI. Before Treloar, several foreign umpires had officiated in Indian domestic matches under similar programmes, returning home with vivid memories and interesting stories. Australian umpire Greg Davidsons visit to India in 2020 gave him memories that went well beyond cricket. He officiated in his first Ranji Trophy match in Vadodara, Gujarat, before his next assignment took him to Mumbai. At six feet ten inches, Davidson was hard to miss. People approached him for photographs and selfies, making him feel like a celebrity. The Mumbai airport was very noisy and crowded, like a jam-packed cricket stadium, he recalled. Davidson and his wife, Tracey, also experienced Indian hospitality away from the cricket ground. Tracey, a schoolteacher, was taken to local primary schools in Mumbai by Indian match referee Varsha Nagrey, giving the couple a glimpse of another side of Indian life. Davidson had expected dry, dusty pitches in India. Instead, he found a fair amount of grass and good carry on the surfaces. South African umpire Lubabalo Gcuma discovered that Indian pitches presented a different challenge. In November 2016, he officiated in the Ranji Trophy match between Assam and Maharashtra in Chennai. Officiating here is a different thing altogether, he observed, explaining that the ball could spin sharply or jump off the surface. Standing on a dusty, turning pitch while dealing with loud appeals from several close-in fielders demanded a different level of alertness from what he was used to in South Africa. In November 2016, Australian umpire Sam Nogajski fell ill during a Ranji Trophy match between Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh in Mysuru. He suffered stomach pain and loose motions and was admitted to hospital with dehydration. His illness forced him to withdraw, leaving his Indian colleague, Virender Sharma, in an unusual situation. A reserve umpire, Vejith D, was available, but he was not part of the BCCI umpiring panel and could not take over the on-field duties at the bowlers end. He could serve only as the square-leg umpire. As a result, Sharma had to officiate from both ends. Former England player-turned-umpire Martin Saggers also noted the differences in crowd energy and playing conditions during his Ranji Trophy assignments. He praised the hospitality but pointed out that the long Indian domestic season and dry, abrasive outfields demanded different physical preparation from that required for English county cricket. Treloars first assignment in India was an adventure in Palam. One unusual feature was the regular sight and sound of aircraft overhead. Located in an aviation-heavy part of Delhi, the ground had planes flying over it repeatedly during the four-day match. Delhi piled up 648 for six before declaring, while Gujarat replied with 479. Treloar stood through 318.5 overs in the drawn match. It was his first experience of officiating in an innings in which a team scored around 650. He spent almost the entire match at one end, with only four overs at the other. Treloars Indian experience also brought some unexpected interactions. Players from Delhi and Gujarat approached him to ask where he came from and what he was doing there. He was impressed by their passion for the game and the hospitality shown by players, team management, ground staff and catering staff. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Away from cricket, Treloar explored Delhis markets, bought spices and sampled local food, including dal, vegetable curries, garlic-butter naan and vada pav. A keen cook at home, he was already thinking of taking some Indian flavours back to his family in Australia.

CNMSports 7 Nov 2026 8:12 am

Ulwe flat buyers get relief after waiting nearly 10 years for possession

In a Diwali relief for 19 Ulwe flat buyers, the Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal has directed Prathmesh Construction to hand over possession within 30 days of receiving outstanding dues. The developer has disputed the claims and plans to challenge the order before the Bombay High Court

Mid Day 7 Nov 2026 7:51 am

Mumbai: BMC's volunteer portal remains inactive a month after CM launched it

A month after its launch by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, the BMC's Participate Mumbai portal has around 500 registered volunteers but no opportunities listed across seven categories. Officials say initiatives will be rolled out by the end of November, while the platform has received 15 citizen proposals

Mid Day 7 Nov 2026 7:46 am

Maharashtra FDA seizes 5,040 bottles of hair growth oil worth Rs 50 lakh

The Maharashtra FDA has seized 5,040 bottles of VS Hair Growth Oil worth Rs 50.34 lakh from a Nashik beauty salon. The product was promoted on social media with claims of hair regrowth on bald heads, but its packaging lacked mandatory manufacturer and licence details

Mid Day 7 Nov 2026 7:36 am

Excluded from draft voter rolls? EC offers another chance to electors in seven states

NEW DELHI: The Election Commission has provided a fresh opportunity for electors left out of the draft electoral rolls in seven states: Delhi, Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Haryana, Jharkhand, and Nagaland. Voters excluded due to reasons such as being marked absent, shifted, dead, or duplicate (ASDD) can now apply to ensure their inclusion in the []

Kashmir Reader 7 Nov 2026 1:18 am

PMC razes 19 illegal firecracker stalls in Satara Road

The Times of India 7 Nov 2026 12:42 am

Standing panel flags Rs88.6L Ganesh immersion machinery bill, seeks details

Committee Questions 900-Hr Usage Estimate For Cranes, Poclains; Returns Proposal To Admn

The Times of India 7 Nov 2026 12:25 am

Biryani By Kilo, D-Mart Face Action In Maharashtra Crackdown Ahead Of Diwali

The drive covered several big quick-commerce platforms and popular food chains. In Mumbai, the licences of Zepto (Worli) and Blinkit (Blink Commerce Pvt Ltd) were suspended. Eateries including Biryani By Kilo, Tossin Pizza (Worli) and Jumbo Burger also faced the same action.

NDTV 7 Nov 2026 12:23 am

Ajit Pawar had planned NCP merger by February 12, Sunil Tatkare says

NCP Maharashtra president Sunil Tatkare has said Ajit Pawar had finalised a blueprint to reunite the two NCP factions by February 12, but the plan stalled after his death on January 28. His remarks have revived merger speculation following Praful Patel's meeting with Sharad Pawar in Mumbai.

The Economic Times 7 Nov 2026 12:21 am

Rs 880cr+ Diwali advance dole sent to Vidarbha farmers a/cs

The Times of India 7 Nov 2026 12:21 am

Sharad Pawar stable, responding well to treatment: Doc

The Times of India 7 Nov 2026 12:06 am

3 youths hurl cracker at man, hit him with cement block

The Times of India 7 Nov 2026 12:02 am

Man molests 11-year-old niece

The Times of India 7 Nov 2026 12:01 am

Wife accuses man of marital rape, assault

The Times of India 7 Nov 2026 12:01 am

NMC Adds 12 Road Sweepers, 4 Excavators To Sanitation Fleet

The Times of India 7 Nov 2026 12:00 am

Pedestrian knocked dead by private bus

The Times of India 6 Nov 2026 11:59 pm

West Bengal may get 1 lakh crore investments in a few months: Suvendu Adhikari

Suvendu Adhikari said the BJP-led government would offer incentives starting May 9, but would be unable to clear the industrial incentives backlog of nearly Rs 50,000 crore owing to the state's debt burden of Rs 8 lakh crore. He promised to clear the backlog once West Bengal becomes a financially stronger state like Gujarat, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu in the next two years.

The Economic Times 6 Nov 2026 11:22 pm

BEST in Mumbai mulls UPI ticketing for bus travel

The Times of India 6 Nov 2026 11:13 pm

FDA suspends licences of 28 food businesses in Mumbai

The Times of India 6 Nov 2026 10:57 pm

Praful Patel calls on Sharad Pawar at hospital; meet triggers speculation in Maharashtra

Both NCPs would have been reunited had Ajit Pawar been alive, says NCP State president Sunil Tatkare; NCP SP MLA Rohit Pawar claims merger speculation is being planted by disgruntled elements within NCP to further their vested interests

The Hindu 6 Nov 2026 10:43 pm

Jemimah Hits 47-ball Ton As Mumbai Top Group D, Advance In Senior Womens T20 Super League

Gujarat College Cricket Ground: Jemimah Rodrigues smashed a 47-ball 107 as Mumbai thrashed Pondicherry by 83 runs to take the top spot in Group D of the Senior Womens T20 Trophy on net run rate and book their place in the Super League. Mumbai and Delhi both finished the league stage with 20 points, but Mumbais superior net run rate put them on top. Delhi, who beat Jharkhand by six wickets, have also made it to the next round. Jemimah was at her attacking best against Pondicherry. She hit 16 fours and two sixes in her knock, which powered Mumbai to 213/2 after they batted first. Humairaa Kaazi gave her solid support with 82 off 57 balls, including hitting 13 fours. Pondicherry were never in the hunt and finished 83 runs short. The margin of victory proved important, as the group was decided on net run rate. The eight teams in the Super League have been split into two groups. Karnataka, Baroda, Vidarbha and Delhi make up Group A, while defending champions Maharashtra, Andhra, Railways and Mumbai are in Group B. All the Super League matches will be played in Ahmedabad -- at the Gujarat College Cricket Ground A and Ground B of the Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera, from November 14 to 18. The matches in Ahmedabad will start at 9 am, 11 am, 1.30 pm and 4.30 pm across the two venues. The two group winners will meet in the final at Ground B of the Narendra Modi Stadium on November 20. Each team will play three Super League matches. Mumbai will begin their Super League campaign against Railways on November 14, before taking on Andhra on November 16 and Maharashtra on November 18. Delhi will face Vidarbha in their opening game on November 14, followed by taking on Baroda and Karnataka on November 16 and 18, respectively. Teams in the Super League will be ranked on points. The two group winners will meet in the final at Ground B of the Narendra Modi Stadium on November 20. Each team will play three Super League matches. Mumbai will begin their Super League campaign against Railways on November 14, before taking on Andhra on November 16 and Maharashtra on November 18. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 6 Nov 2026 10:14 pm

Blinkit, Zepto face licence suspension along with 105 outlets

Mumbai: The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday, November 6, said it has suspended the licences of 105 food business outlets, including those linked to Blinkit and Zepto, and ordered seven establishments to shut operations over multiple violations found during a special inspection drive undertaken ahead of Diwali. The action was taken on 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 .

The Siasat Daily 6 Nov 2026 9:57 pm

Ex-CJI BR Gavai to head SC panel overseeing forest encroachments in Tamil Nadu

The Supreme Court has formed a special committee headed by former Chief Justice of India BR Gavai to oversee eviction and rehabilitation in Tamil Nadu's Agasthyamalai ecological landscape. It has also given the state 30 days to form the remaining Gram Sabhas

Mid Day 6 Nov 2026 9:55 pm

Sameer beaten to death for speaking to Hindu girl in Maharashtra

Mumbai: A Muslim teenager was allegedly beaten to death in Maharashtras Sharashiv district on Tuesday, November 4, on suspicion of harassing a Hindu girl. Eighteen-year-old Sameer Jabbar Patel was a B Com student atTuljabhawani Mahavidyalaya Tuljapur college and first came under the radar of accused Santosh Kadam three months ago. Deceased accused of stalking, harassing 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 .

The Siasat Daily 6 Nov 2026 9:50 pm

Generic drugs, implants & injectables being studied: Maharashtra FDA Commissioner

It was a study of hospital practices that led the Commissioner to flag the huge gap between a manufacturers production cost and the MRP on consumables

The Hindu Businessline 6 Nov 2026 9:44 pm

Maharashtra FDA seizes Ayurvedic hair oil over misleading hair regrowth claims

The seizure was carried out by the FDAs Nashik division on November 5 under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940. The seized stock comprised 100 ml bottles of VS Hair Growth Oil, each carrying a maximum retail price (MRP) of Rs 999

Mid Day 6 Nov 2026 9:22 pm

Fadnavis extends CM's Relief Fund assistance to drought-hit Maharashtra talukas

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has approved Chief Minister's Relief Fund assistance cells at the taluka level in areas declared drought-hit under Trigger-1 during the 2026 kharif season. Dedicated medical officers will coordinate treatment and financial aid for needy patients

Mid Day 6 Nov 2026 9:20 pm

Milind Deora questions exclusion from Ashray scheme event, write to BMC chief

In a letter to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Commissioner Ashwini Bhide, Milind Deora questioned his exclusion from the programme, which was attended by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde

Mid Day 6 Nov 2026 9:08 pm

Biryani By Kilo To D-Mart: Maharashtra FDA Steps Up Food Safety Checks Ahead Of Diwali

Mumbai accounted for 28 suspended licences, while seven establishments across Maharashtra were ordered to cease operations.

NDTV 6 Nov 2026 9:03 pm

Maharashtra CM hands over keys to 557 flats under MHADAs redevelopment project

Mr. Fadnavis also directed MHADA to complete the rehabilitation of all BDD residents by 2030 at an event organised at Yashwantrao Chavan Centre in the presence of Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar

The Hindu 6 Nov 2026 9:01 pm

Maharashtra FDA suspends 105 food licences, shuts seven establishments

During the Diwali food safety drive, the FDA seized food products worth Rs 1,35,70,098 and separately confiscated prohibited products, including gutkha and similar items, worth Rs 7,96,265

Mid Day 6 Nov 2026 8:59 pm

Massive fire at Kia showroom in Delhi leaves seven injured; around 20 rescued

Six vehicles were impacted by the blaze, the cause of which is yet to be ascertained. The fire has since been brought under control, and a search operation was underway inside the building to rule out further casualties

Mid Day 6 Nov 2026 8:54 pm

Sharad Pawar -Praful Patel

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NDTV 6 Nov 2026 8:39 pm

FDA suspends 105 food business licences, Blinkit, Zepto among them; orders closure of 7 outlets

Maharashtra FDA has suspended the licences of 105 food outlets, including those linked to Blinkit and Zepto, and ordered seven establishments to shut following inspections ahead of Diwali. The two-day drive uncovered hygiene and food safety violations, leading to the seizure of 39,485 kg of food articles worth Rs 1.35 crore.

The Economic Times 6 Nov 2026 8:39 pm

Panvel Man Kills Brother Over Illness, Financial Strain

A 45-year-old man has been arrested in Panvel, Maharashtra, for allegedly strangling his 40-year-old younger brother, who suffered from a serious ailment. The accused initially tried to stage the death as natural, but vigilant neighbours noticed rope marks on the victim's neck, leading to police intervention and his confession.

Rediff 6 Nov 2026 8:34 pm

EC Gives Second Chance to Left-Out Voters in Draft SIR Rolls Across Delhi, Maharashtra, and 5 States

In a major voter outreach initiative, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday, November 6, 2026, issued directives granting a fresh opportunity to electors across seven states whose names were excluded from the draft rolls during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. The order applies to electors in Delhi, Maharashtra, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, [] The post EC Gives Second Chance to Left-Out Voters in Draft SIR Rolls Across Delhi, Maharashtra, and 5 States appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 6 Nov 2026 8:21 pm

Maharashtra disburses Rs 4,372 crore to 87.45 lakh drought-hit farmers

The assistance was announced by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who had assured eligible farmers of Rs 5,000 each ahead of Diwali to provide financial relief amid the drought situation

Mid Day 6 Nov 2026 8:01 pm

Hingoli to get global reach as turmeric research centre signs MoU with CSIR-IITR

Maharashtra's Balasaheb Thackeray Haridra (Turmeric) Research and Training Centre in Basmat, Hingoli, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (CSIR-IITR), Lucknow, to promote scientific research on turmeric and improve returns for farmers.

Mid Day 6 Nov 2026 7:53 pm

Govt launches Semicon 2.0 portal, clears 12 more electronics component projects worth Rs 7,503 crore

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday launched the Semicon 2.0 web application portal under the Semicon India Programme and announced the approval of 12 new applications under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), marking another push to strengthen India's semiconductor and electronics manufacturing capabilities. The launch follows the Union Cabinet's approval of Semicon 2.0 with a fiscal outlay of Rs 1.27 lakh crore under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM). The next phase of the programme is focused on six strategic pillars, including chip design, semiconductor equipment and materials, fabrication units, ATMP/OSAT facilities, research and development, and talent development. With the launch of the portal, applications have gone live for Pillars 2, 3 and 4, which focus on machines and materials, new semiconductor fabrication facilities, and further strengthening of the assembly, testing, marking and packaging ecosystem. Highlighting the progress made under the first phase of the programme, the government said 12 semiconductor projects with cumulative investments exceeding Rs 1.64 lakh crore have been approved across six states, with five of them already commencing commercial production as of October 2026. The semiconductor ecosystem has also expanded through startup and academic participation. According to the government, 105 startups have received access to Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools, 24 startups have been supported through funding, while 15 startups have secured venture capital investments. In addition, 332 academic institutions have been provided EDA tools under the Chips to Startup (C2S) programme, helping train around 70,000 students. Alongside the Semicon 2.0 launch, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology approved 12 additional projects under ECMS involving projected investments of Rs 7,503 crore. The approved projects are expected to generate production worth Rs 39,045 crore and create 7,127 direct jobs. The latest approvals come after clearance of 106 applications involving investments of Rs 69,548 crore announced earlier under the scheme. The newly approved projects span components, supply chain products and capital goods. They include manufacturing of multilayer printed circuit boards, relays, heat sinks and specialty ceramics, as well as key supply-chain products such as copper foil, anode material, cathode active material, polypropylene film and camera rims. The projects are spread across Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Punjab, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh, expanding the geographical footprint of India's electronics component manufacturing sector. The government said the approvals include first-time support under ECMS for copper foil, cathode active material and specialty ceramics, broadening the range of electronics components and upstream materials being produced domestically. Speaking at the event, Vaishnaw said India's electronics manufacturing industry has moved beyond basic assembly operations and is increasingly building capabilities across modules, components, materials and advanced technologies. He noted that the country is developing strengths in areas such as battery cells, copper foils, copper-clad laminates and advanced printed circuit boards, while government schemes are creating opportunities for MSMEs.

bhaskarlive 6 Nov 2026 7:51 pm

Marathwada Water Grid Project accelerated; Maha CM directs expedited submission of preliminary report

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 6 (IANS) Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday directed officials to accelerate the Marathwada Water Grid Project, a key initiative aimed at permanently resolving the water scarcity in the Marathwada region and making it drought-free. He instructed that the Preliminary Project Report be uploaded immediately and processed rapidly for submission to the Union Ministry of Finance's Department of Economic Affairs. The directives were issued during a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at his official residence, 'Varsha', in Mumbai, alongside a senior delegation from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The meeting reviewed the layout of the Marathwada Water Grid Project as well as various infrastructure initiatives being undertaken through collaboration between Maharashtra and Japan. JICA is expected to provide financial assistance of approximately Rs 20,000 crore for this ambitious project. Given the uneven distribution of water in Marathwada, the primary objective of the Water Grid Project is to transfer water from surplus dams to drought-prone reservoirs via closed pipelines. A two-way flow system will be developed for this purpose, he said. According to the CM, the first phase of the project covers four districts: Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Beed, Latur, and Dharashiv. It will interconnect key reservoirs including Jayakwadi, Majalgaon, Manjara, Ujani, Lower Terna, and Lower Manar. The phase involves laying nearly 3,095 kilometres of primary and secondary pipelines and establishing 15 water treatment plants, directly benefiting nearly 10 million citizens. The estimated cost of the Water Grid Project across all eight districts is approximately Rs 25,056 crore. JICA has responded favourably regarding loan assistance of about Rs 20,000 crore for the first phase. Since Latur and Dharashiv fall under earthquake-prone zones, Japan's advanced earthquake-resistant technology will be utilised in construction. This includes the use of ductile iron pipes, modern pumping systems, and a SCADA network. Additionally, the project will ensure a sustainable water supply to industries in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar's AURIC City, Shendra-Bidkin, and Waluj industrial areas, he stated. In addition to water infrastructure, joint initiatives are underway between Japanese companies and the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) to position Maharashtra globally in the Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics (AVGC) sector. As part of this collaboration, the 'Manga Caravan' event will be hosted in Mumbai this February, an initiative welcomed by CM Fadnavis. The appointment of a Project Management Consultant and the preparation of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Marathwada Water Grid Project will be completed swiftly in cooperation with JICA. Plans have been drawn up to ensure on-ground project execution is completed by 2029. Fadnavis assured that the State Government will further strengthen its partnership with Japan across infrastructure, water supply, transportation, environment, and modern technology, promising all necessary support for these ventures.

bhaskarlive 6 Nov 2026 7:25 pm

Air India to save 10 per cent fuel by taking Iraqi airspace route for US flights

Air India has started using Iraqi airspace for its New York and Newark flights, cutting journey times by around four hours to 16 hours. The move is also expected to save around 10 per cent in fuel costs and ease crew requirements

Mid Day 6 Nov 2026 7:18 pm

'Fraud politics': BJP targets Congress after SC issues contempt notice to KPCC

The BJP has accused Rahul Gandhi-led Congress of fraud politics after the Supreme Court issued a contempt notice to all office-bearers of the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee over a social media post targeting Chief Justice of India Surya Kant

Mid Day 6 Nov 2026 7:12 pm

Marathwada Water Grid project to get Rs 20,000 crore JICA funding: Devendra Fadnavis

Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has responded positively to providing a loan of around Rs 20,000 crore for the first phase of Maharashtra's Marathwada Water Grid project. The initiative will connect water-surplus dams to water-scarce areas through 3,095 km of pipelines, benefiting around one crore people across four districts.

The Economic Times 6 Nov 2026 6:58 pm

Pawar-Patel hospital meet fuels fresh buzz over NCP merger

Speculation about a merger between the two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has resurfaced following a viral video of Praful Patel meeting Sharad Pawar in hospital. Ruling NCP's Maharashtra president Sunil Tatkare claimed a merger would have happened in February this year if Ajit Pawar were alive, while sources indicate Ajit Pawar had a long-term vision for unification. Sharad Pawar, however, had previously stated his faction would not merge for power.

Rediff 6 Nov 2026 6:37 pm

Kerala-born Nithya Raman makes history as first Indian-American mayor of LA

Raman's victory puts the urban planner and city council member at the helm of America's second-largest city, making her its first South Asian mayor. The win marks a historic milestone in her political career, which began with her election to the Los Angeles City Council in 2020

Mid Day 6 Nov 2026 6:36 pm

Sharad Pawar's health improving, to be discharged on Saturday morning: Sule

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde visited Mr. Pawar in the hospital

The Hindu 6 Nov 2026 6:32 pm

Electors of 7 states left out of draft SIR rolls get fresh chance for inclusion in final list

New Delhi, Nov 6 (PTI) Facing allegations of disenfranchising crores of voters, the Election Commission on Friday gave a fresh chance to electors of seven states who were marked as Absent, Shifted, Dead and Duplicate (ASDD), and whose names could not be included in the draft rolls during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. In a letter, the EC directed the chief electoral officers of Delhi, Maharashtra, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, Telangana and Nagaland to facilitate the inclusion of such electors in the final electoral rolls. The decision covers electors who were issued enumeration forms but whose forms were

The Sen Times 6 Nov 2026 6:27 pm