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  Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Election: Fadnavis says BJP, Shiv Sena to announce seat-sharing so

  December 15, 2025 18:49 IST

  Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Election: CM Fadnavis said that there will be an alliance among the Mahayuti partners, but in most cities, the tie-up will be between the BJP and Shiv Sena, led by Eknath Shinde.

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  BMC, 28 other municipal corporations to go for polls on January 15; result on January 16

  December 15, 2025 23:55 IST

  The Model Code of Conduct for municipal corporations comes into effect from today. The dates for filing nomination papers are from December 23 to December 30, 2025.

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  Pankaja Munde's PA, arrested for abetting wife's suicide, sent to SIT custody

  December 15, 2025 12:57 IST

  Garje's wife 28-year-old Dr Gauri Palve, who was working as a dentist at a civic-run hospital in Mumbai, had allegedly died by suicide. Last month, Garje was arrested and a case of abetting the suicide was registered against him.

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  Growing leopard menace in Maharashtra: Four-year-old killed in Ahmednagar attack

  December 14, 2025 13:53 IST

  The leopard involved in the attack has been captured on CCTV cameras installed in the area. After the child’s death, angry villagers staged protests and demanded that the animal be tracked down and neutralised.

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  Strict security in place for Lionel Messi's events in Mumbai after chaos at Salt Lake stadium

  December 14, 2025 0:06 IST

  Lionel Messi's first day of his three-day visit to India was marred by chaos at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. Following the incident, the Mumbai Police have beefed up the security arrangements for Messi's visit to the city.

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  Raj Thackeray writes to Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on rising girl kidnappings in Mumbai

  December 13, 2025 10:41 IST

  Raj Thackeray questioned the government’s approach, accusing it of focusing on budget approvals during the winter legislative session while neglecting critical issues affecting public safety.

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  Parth Pawar's Amadea company asked to pay Rs 21 Crore stamp duty in Pune land deal

  December 12, 2025 12:35 IST

  Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's son, Parth Pawar, is a majority partner in the Amadea Enterprises LLP. The company has been asked to pay Rs 21 crore in stamp duty in the Pune land deal.

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  Mumbai: Tea stall owner killed as part of balcony collapses near Masjid Bunder railway station

  December 12, 2025 6:55 IST

  A probe has now been launched, said a civic official, adding that they would soon conduct preliminary checks of buildings and structures in the area that have weakened.

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  BMC polls: Mahayuti closer to seal seat-sharing, BJP may get 135-140 sets, Shiv Sena 90-100

  December 11, 2025 10:27 IST

  The Mahayuti has agreed that as far as possible, upcoming municipal elections should be fought through alliance arrangements. Where this is not feasible, all three alliance partners are preparing for friendly contests.

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  Maharashtra MLA wears leopard costume in assembly to protest rising big cat attacks | Video

  December 10, 2025 23:48 IST

  Junnar MLA Sharad Sonawane came to the Maharashtra Assembly dressed in a leopard costume to protest against rising cases of leopard attacks.

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  BMC elections: Mahayuti allies to formulate joint strategy, says Chandrashekhar Bawankule

  December 10, 2025 21:00 IST

  BMC elections: Bawankule reiterated that the Mahayuti alliance, comprising the BJP, Shiv Sena, and Narayanrao Chavan Party, remains united in contesting the upcoming local body elections with a target of achieving a minimum of 51 percent vote share statewide.

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  Maharashtra govt's big traffic reform push: Only cops with bodycams to issue challans in state

  December 10, 2025 19:41 IST

  Maharashtra will introduce body-worn cameras for traffic police, allowing only equipped personnel to issue challans in a move aimed at transparency and accountability. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced it in the legislative council.

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  Maharashtra to implement toll exemption for electric vehicles in 8 days

  December 10, 2025 14:25 IST

  The issue was first raised by MLA Shankar Jagatap, who questioned the delay in enforcing the promised toll exemptions for electric vehicles. Speaker Narwekar, in response, made it clear that the government must stand by its commitment.

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  Massive fire breaks out at two-storey commercial complex in Pune, fire tenders rushed to spot

  December 09, 2025 18:00 IST

  The officials said the blaze was prevented from spreading to the lower floors and neighbouring structures, and was brought under control in about an hour. The incident had occurred in the Sadashiv Peth area.

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  Maharashtra govt to crack down on sale of gutkha near schools and colleges, MCOCA to be amended

  December 09, 2025 16:59 IST

  The Maharashtra government has announced strict action against the illegal sale of tobacco and drugs in school and college campuses. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said legal amendments are being planned to invoke MCOCA against offenders.

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  Maharashtra: BJP's googly triggers fresh discord within Shiv Sena UBT over Leader of Opposition pick

  December 09, 2025 14:28 IST

  The BJP is reported to have offered the post of Leader of the Opposition in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly to Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar and the same post in the Legislative Council to Anil Parab. This move is being viewed as an attempt to create divisions within the MVA.

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  Fadnavis, Shinde hold key strategy meeting as Mahayuti gears up for united fight in civic polls

  December 09, 2025 7:33 IST

  In its official statement, the Shiv Sena noted that leaders from both parties held constructive talks on contesting the upcoming civic elections together under the Mahayuti banner. Over the next two to three days, local-level discussions will be initiated to finalise seat-sharing.

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  Maharashtra: Ladki Bahin Yojana beneficiaries to receive two-month payment together

  December 08, 2025 13:39 IST

  The Maharashtra government is preparing to deposit a total of Rs 3,000 for both November and December into the accounts of the Ladki Bahin Yojana beneficiaries together after the payment for November got stuck.

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  Suspended sub-registrar arrested in Pune land deal case linked to Ajit Pawar's son Parth's firm

  December 07, 2025 22:16 IST

  The case concerns the sale of 40 acres in Pune’s Mundhwa area to Amadea Enterprises LLP, a company in which Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's son Parth Pawar is a partner.

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  Six killed as car falls into gorge in Maharashtra's Nashik, PM Modi and CM Fadnavis express grief

  December 07, 2025 22:26 IST

  Maharashtra: The group of devotees had finished their pilgrimage to Saptashrungi Devi Temple and were returning by car. While navigating the steep roads near Ganesh Point in the Wani area, the driver lost control. The vehicle went off the road and plunged into a deep gorge, causing a fatal accident.

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  Mumbai Metro restores services after technical glitch; trains returning to normal schedule

  December 07, 2025 21:20 IST

  Mumbai Metro said that the teams are working at full speed to restore normal service at the earliest.

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  Maharashtra local body polls: Mumbai BJP to launch 'citizen meet' campaign across 36 assembly seats

  December 07, 2025 18:38 IST

  Maharashtra: Addressing the initiative, Ameet Satam emphasised the need to maintain corruption-free governance within the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. He highlighted that, in addition to development, ensuring Mumbai’s safety remains a key priority during the city's ongoing urban growth.

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  'Missed son's school event, no explanation': Chaos at Mumbai airport as IndiGo grounds flights

  December 05, 2025 14:24 IST

  On such passenger was Anurag Jhunjhunwala, who was scheduled to fly to Kolkata but his flight was cancelled, leaving him stranded in Mumbai. Speaking to India TV, he said his son had a programme in Kolkata at noon on December 5 but they will not be able to reach there on time.

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  Maharashtra govt forms SIT to probe death of Minister Pankaja Munde’s personal assistant’s wife

  December 04, 2025 20:16 IST

  Minister Munde met with the family of the deceased in Pimpalner village, Beed district, expressing her condolences while stating she was unaware of any marital problems. She insisted that she did not try to protect anyone and fully supports a thorough and unbiased inquiry.

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  Maharashtra Assembly Winter Session moves to Nagpur, preparations underway for December 8–14

  December 04, 2025 16:06 IST

  Maharashtra Assembly Winter Session: With the announcement of the session dates, preparations for the winter session quickly ramped up. Security measures for the Maharashtra Legislature are being managed by personnel dispatched from Mumbai.

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  Nana Patole demands 'impeachment' of Maharashtra SEC over local body poll delays | Video

  December 03, 2025 18:51 IST

  The dispute intensified when the Maharashtra State Election Commission postponed polls in 24 municipal councils and nagar panchayats, along with 154 wards, from December 2 to December 20, citing late court orders after the November 22 appeals deadline on disqualification and reservation issues.

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  Sadanand Date set to be named as new DGP of Maharashtra: Who is he? All you need to know

  December 03, 2025 23:45 IST

  Sadanand Date is currenly serving as the Director General (DG) of the National Investigation Agency (NIA). He will succeed incumbent DGP Rashmi Shukla, who is due to superannuate on December 31.

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  Raj Thackeray visits ailing Sanjay Raut at his Mumbai residence, inquires about health

  December 03, 2025 16:40 IST

  Raj Thackeray's visit to Sanjay Raut transcends their political rivalries, revealing intricate alliances and tensions shaping Maharashtra's regional landscape. The gesture signals personal goodwill and potential reconciliation efforts amid shared concerns for Marathi identity.​