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Mock drills planned in 8 districts, largest in Cross Maidan
The drills have been planned in consultation with the union home secretary, said chief minister Devendra Fadnavis
Published on May 07, 2025 06:36 AM IST
State to spend ₹4,820 cr to develop religious sites
The decision to spend ₹4,820 crore on religious sites comes at the time when the state government is struggling with a financial crunch
Published on May 07, 2025 06:22 AM IST
Pack of stray dogs maul 7-year-old girl to death; sanitary inspector suspended
The deceased, Sandhya Patole, was playing in the yard near her house when the dogs attacked her.
Updated on May 06, 2025 09:33 PM IST
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Supreme Court allows Maharashtra to hold local body polls, with a rider
A bench headed by justice Surya Kant passed the order since elections to the local bodies have been stuck due to the top court’s status quo order of August 2022
Published on May 06, 2025 03:13 PM IST
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Vaibhavi scores 85.33% in spite of personal tragedy
Vaibhavi Deshmukh, daughter of slain Massajog sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh, remained focussed to appear for Class 12 exams and scored 85.33 per cent in the Science stream
Published on May 06, 2025 10:04 AM IST
Empty out the Congress, Chandrashekhar Bawankule tells partymen
The Congress’ Maharashtra unit chief Harshvardhan Sakpal counter-attacked the BJP. “The ruling party is a witch that swallows Congress leaders and workers, as it knows that it needs them to win the elections despite having prime minister Narendra Modi and chief minister Devendra Fadnavis
Published on May 06, 2025 06:48 AM IST
Chikungunya cases rise in state ahead of monsoon
According to the National Center for Vector Borne Disease Control (NCVBDC), Maharashtra recorded 2,726 malaria cases up to April 21 this year, marginally lower than the 2,867 cases in the corresponding period of 2024. Dengue cases declined to 1,373 from 1,639
Published on May 05, 2025 07:48 AM IST
No end to Ajit vs Sena tussle
The ongoing conflict between Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena escalates over fund allocation, while Fadnavis finally moves to the CM's official residence.
Published on May 05, 2025 06:36 AM IST
Maharashtra HSC Result 2025: Websites to check 12th results when out on May 5
Maharashtra HSC Result 2025: Check where to download MSBSHSE 12th results when out tomorrow.
Published on May 04, 2025 06:17 PM IST
Maha legislative panel receives record 12k objections to Public Security Bill
MUMBAI: The Special Public Security Bill, 2024, faces 12,750 objections, with over 90% opposing it. Critics call it anti-democratic and a threat to dissent.
Published on May 04, 2025 07:40 AM IST
Pawar stays away from former CMs felicitation, 5 NCP (SP) MLAs jump ship
Fadnavis said that he would have liked to see all the former CMs on the same dais. “The opposition leaders should have come as it was not a political event but a festival of Maharashtra,” he said. “Every former CM has contributed to the development of the state
Published on May 04, 2025 06:52 AM IST
Maharashtra man shuns band, baaja, uses wedding funds to build farm road
A postgraduate in Agriculture, the man said they marked the occasion by planting around 90 saplings instead of accepting traditional gifts from relatives.
Published on May 03, 2025 08:53 PM IST
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Man returns from work to find wife, daughters hanging in Maharashtra's Bhiwandi
The woman’s husband returned from his night shift and found his wife and three daughters hanging inside their home.
Updated on May 03, 2025 07:15 PM IST
Talk of reunion a media narrative: Ajit Pawar
A possible reunion became a talking point soon after the Thackeray cousins recently spoke of setting aside their differences “in the interests of Maharashtra”. After this, NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar, grandnephew of Sharad Pawar, wrote on social media that “all families need to come together
Published on May 03, 2025 07:16 AM IST
1,375 investors duped through car rental scheme; Thane police recover 246 vehicles: Official
1,375 investors duped through car rental scheme; Thane police recover 246 vehicles: Official
Published on May 02, 2025 04:22 PM IST
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Kalyan court acquits five accused in 2014 murder case after witnesses turn hostile
Kalyan court acquits five accused in 2014 murder case after witnesses turn hostile
Updated on May 02, 2025 01:25 PM IST
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NCP (SP) state chief urges Maharashtrians to unite
In an open letter addressed to the people on the occasion of the state’s foundation day, Patil said though Maharashtra had performed well in the past in fields like economy, society, culture, industry and education, it had been lagging behind for some time
Published on May 02, 2025 08:00 AM IST
‘Caste census data could open Pandora’s Box in Maha’
Petitioners fighting for Maratha reservation said it will not help weed out backwardness as there is no room for more reservation
Published on May 02, 2025 07:54 AM IST
State govt prevents 29 child marriages on Akshay Tritiya
Maharashtra officials halted 29 child marriages on Akshay Tritiya, emphasizing their commitment to eradicate the practice and protect children's futures.
Published on May 01, 2025 08:10 AM IST
Ruling Mahayuti govt to hire branding agency to boost state image
Maharashtra's Mahayuti government plans to enhance its image by hiring a professional agency for state branding, allocating ₹1 crore annually for campaigns.
Published on May 01, 2025 07:58 AM IST
Disha Salian death probe: Bombay HC seeks Maharashtra govt's response on plea
Satish Salian approached the court last month, seeking registration of FIR against Aaditya Thackeray and the transfer of his daughter's death case to the CBI.
Updated on Apr 30, 2025 07:33 PM IST
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Maharashtra: Woman jumps to death from Thane apartment after phone argument
The young woman, who had been on phone continuously throughout the night, rushed to the hall and jumped from the gallery after her uncle took away her phone.
Published on Apr 30, 2025 02:48 PM IST
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Panel to probe aide of ex-minister Dhananjay Munde
Maharashtra forms a committee to investigate Rajendra Ghanwat's land dealings amid allegations of fraud against farmers, linked to ex-minister Dhananjay Munde.
Published on Apr 30, 2025 09:02 AM IST
Policy on app cabs moots penalties, price caps
Mumbai's new policy for app-based taxi aggregators includes ride cancellation penalties, surge pricing caps, and mandates for driver training and insurance.
Published on Apr 30, 2025 08:30 AM IST
Cabinet boost for ship building industry
Ports minister Nitesh Rane says the policy aims to transform Maharashtra into a major hub for shipbuilding and ancillary industries
Published on Apr 30, 2025 08:02 AM IST
Mango prices soar across Pune ahead of Akshay Tritiya
Ahead of Hindu festival Akshay Tritiya, mango lovers across Pune are facing a steep hike in price of their favourite summer fruit
Published on Apr 30, 2025 07:44 AM IST
Kolhapur first district in state to implement flood management plan
The Kolhapur district disaster management authority developed the plan in compliance with the Disaster Management Act, 2005
Published on Apr 29, 2025 06:36 AM IST
MAH CET answer key for MBA, MMS entrance tests out, file objection by April 30
MAH CET answer key for MBA, MMS entrance tests is out at cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates can file objection until April 30. Check direct link below.
Published on Apr 28, 2025 07:23 PM IST
Woman's dress catches fire during 'puja' at home in Maharashtra, dies
Family members rushed the woman to a nearby hospital where she succumbed to burn injuries on early Sunday, said police.
Updated on Apr 28, 2025 05:41 PM IST
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Fadnavis’s go-to-man for every emergency
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde's Kashmir visit for tourist evacuation followed the Pahalgam attack, while Minister Girish Mahajan handles coordination quietly.
Updated on Apr 28, 2025 05:54 AM IST