Maharashtra News
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Maharashtra mandates domicile proof for driving licences from August 1, announces bike taxi roadmap
Maharashtra | Jul 07, 2026, 04:22 PM ISTMinister Sarnaik said private motorcycles cannot be used to carry passengers without official permission. However, the State Transport Authority has issued 30-day temporary licences to aggregator companies.
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Maharashtra FDA bans Pakistan-origin 'Goree Beauty Cream' after detecting toxic mercury, lead
Maharashtra | Jul 06, 2026, 06:00 PM ISTThe crackdown was carried out following complaints and surveillance operations in April, during which multiple cosmetic products—including various fairness creams, soaps, and body lotions such as Goree Whitening Body Lotion and Golden Star Beauty Cream—were confiscated from several shops.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, June 29, 2026
India | Jun 29, 2026, 07:40 PM ISTThe theft in the Ram Temple donation case has sparked a political controversy in UP, where assembly elections are scheduled for early next year. The Samajwadi Party has attacked the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the incident and called for the strictest possible action against those responsible.
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Maharashtra makes Marathi mandatory for Classes 1–10; non-compliant schools to face action
Maharashtra | Jun 29, 2026, 04:11 PM ISTA special inspection drive will be conducted to ensure the effective implementation of this rule and strict action will be taken for violating the rule. Schools have also been instructed to appoint qualified teachers who are capable of teaching the Marathi language.
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Why did Siya sit down before Ketan's fatal fall? Police make shocking revelation in Pune murder case
Maharashtra | Jun 28, 2026, 11:15 PM ISTInvestigators also found that Chaudhary tried to hide his movements on the day of the incident. Instead of travelling by car from Pune to Lohagad Fort, around 90 km away, he allegedly used a scooter to avoid being identified through toll plaza records.
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CM Fadnavis laughs off Uddhav's 'Operation Devendra' remark, says 'I don't have wings'
Maharashtra | Jun 28, 2026, 08:08 PM ISTAddressing a rally on Saturday, Uddhav Thackeray had claimed that 'Operation Tiger' was actually “Operation Devendra”, aimed at weakening the Chief Minister and stopping him from entering the future race for the Prime Minister’s post.
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A hoodie in 33°C weather: How CCTV footage helped police crack Pune businessman's murder case
Maharashtra | Jun 24, 2026, 12:36 PM ISTPolice on Tuesday alleged that Ketan was pushed into the gorge by Siya, 20, and Chetan, 22, who were reportedly in a relationship. Both have since been accused in connection with the businessman’s death.
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Mumbai Rain: Heavy Pre-Monsoon Showers With Severe Lightning And Thunderstorms Lash City Areas
News | Jun 23, 2026, 12:25 PM ISTHeavy pre monsoon showers accompanied by intense lightning and thunder lashed several parts of Mumbai and its surrounding metropolitan areas, bringing much-needed respite from weeks of sweltering heat.
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Maharashtra Legislative Council Results: Mahayuti sweeps polls, wins 16 of 17 seats; MVA draws blank
Maharashtra | Jun 22, 2026, 11:41 PM ISTPolling for these seats took place on June 18 and witnessed an exceptionally high voter turnout of 99.02 per cent on average, reflecting strong participation by the electorate.
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Shiv Sena UBT crisis: Operation Tiger now complete and successful: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath
Maharashtra | Jun 22, 2026, 05:36 PM ISTThe MPs who joined the Shinde Sena are-- Sanjay Haribhau Jadhav, Bhausaheb Rajaram Wakchaure, Omprakash Bhupalsingh Nimbalkar, Sanjay Dina Patil, Sanjay Uttamrao Deshmukh and Nagesh Bapurao Patil Ashtikar.
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Maharashtra Legislative Council Results: BJP-led Mahayuti wins 10 seats; MVA draws blank
Maharashtra | Jun 22, 2026, 12:21 PM ISTOut of the 17 total seats, six candidates from the Mahayuti alliance had already been elected unopposed prior to the polling process. The elections for remaining 11 seats were held on June 18, recording an impressive average voter turnout of 99.02 per cent.
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'Resign if you want to switch': Sanjay Raut dares rebel MPs as defection fears rattle Uddhav's Sena
India | Jun 17, 2026, 12:25 PM ISTReiterating the party's stand, Raut said the Shiv Sena (UBT) whip remained in force and that the party's legal battle over its identity and rights was continuing. He also revealed that the party had written to the Lok Sabha Speaker regarding the developments.
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Trouble for Uddhav's Sena: All about the six MPs who may switch sides to join Shinde camp
India | Jun 17, 2026, 11:03 AM ISTThese MPs are expected to meet Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla today to seek recognition as a separate group. If approved, the faction may later merge with Shinde’s Shiv Sena. Ahead of the meeting, the MPs are scheduled to gather at Srikant Shinde’s residence in Delhi.
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Uddhav's Sena writes to Lok Sabha Speaker amid defection concerns; here's what the party demanded
India | Jun 17, 2026, 06:41 AM ISTSources indicate that seven MPs are in touch with the Shinde faction and may formally join the party in the coming days. These lawmakers are expected to meet Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde at his residence in Delhi on Wednesday before approaching the Lok Sabha Speaker.
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'Operation Tiger' rattles Uddhav's Sena; MLA meet convened over fears of mass switch to Shinde camp
Maharashtra | Jun 16, 2026, 02:50 PM ISTAmid speculations of rebellion, Uddhav Thackeray has called a meeting of his party's MLAs. Earlier, Thackeray held a meeting with party MPs. Thackeray has summoned a meeting of all MLAs from his faction of the Shiv Sena on June 22 at 4:00 PM at the party office Shivalay in Mumbai.
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Fresh political churn in Maharashtra? Seven Uddhav's Sena MPs reportedly in touch with Shinde camp
Maharashtra | Jun 12, 2026, 12:02 PM ISTThe developments come amid growing buzz over a potential expansion of the Union Cabinet. Sources claim that one MP from the Thackeray faction was offered the prospect of a berth in the Union Council of Ministers, while others were assured significant organisational and political responsibilities.
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Maharashtra: Six killed in triple-vehicle crash in Jalgaon; child rescued from wreckage
Maharashtra | Jun 09, 2026, 12:53 PM ISTThe bodies of the deceased have been sent to a local hospital for post-mortem examination. Police have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the crash.
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Maharashtra MLC polls: Rebel candidates complicate alliances as Mahayuti, MVA battle for dominance
Maharashtra | Jun 02, 2026, 03:51 PM ISTWith both alliances fielding candidates across nearly all seats, the presence of multiple rebels threatens to fragment votes and reshape outcomes in closely contested constituencies.
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Male applicants, over-age beneficiaries: Irregularities flagged in Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin Yojana
Maharashtra | Jun 02, 2026, 10:48 AM ISTThe Ladki Bahin Yojana is a welfare scheme launched by the Maharashtra government in 2024 to provide financial support to women in the state. Under this scheme, eligible women receive Rs 1,500 per month directly in their bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, May 29, 2026
India | May 29, 2026, 08:43 PM ISTThe court was considering several petitions, one of which called for the restructuring or replacement of the National Testing Agency (NTA) with a stronger, independent body capable of conducting medical entrance examinations more effectively.