Maharashtra
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Maharashtra approves loan waiver, to benefit 56 lakh farmers - What are conditions for loan waiver?
Business | Jun 05, 2026, 05:05 PM ISTThe government will waive the entire agricultural debt of farmers whose total outstanding crop loan (including principal and interest) is up to Rs 2 lakh.
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Reunion on the cards? Fresh buzz over Shiv Sena merger after Ambadas Danve-Abdul Sattar meeting
Maharashtra | Jun 03, 2026, 12:03 PM ISTThe discussion gained momentum after a photograph showing Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Ambadas Danve and Shiv Sena leader Abdul Sattar greeting each other warmly on the Samruddhi Mahamarg near Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar surfaced.
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Rs 15,000 laptop deposits, unpaid salaries: Pune IT firm shuts overnight, leaves hundreds jobless
Maharashtra | Jun 03, 2026, 10:08 AM ISTThe company collected a security deposit of Rs 15,000 from interns and employees on the promise of providing laptops for work.
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ISI terror case: Fugitive suspect held in Mumbai, link to Dawood Ibrahim's aide under probe
Maharashtra | Jun 02, 2026, 11:34 PM ISTFugitive terror suspect Hufaiza has been detained in Mumbai during a joint operation by Maharashtra ATS and Delhi Police Special Cell. Investigators are probing alleged links with Pakistan-based Dawood Ibrahim associate Munna Jhingada and a wider terror-underworld network.
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BJP announces candidates for Maharashtra Legislative Council polls
Maharashtra | May 31, 2026, 11:28 PM ISTA day before nominations close, the BJP has finalised its candidates for all 10 Maharashtra Legislative Council constituencies going to polls and has also named its nominee for the Nagpur by-election.
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Mumbai: CNG price hiked by Rs 2, now costs Rs 86 per kg; PNG rates also increased
Maharashtra | May 30, 2026, 08:08 AM ISTMumbai CNG has become costlier by Rs 2 per kg, while PNG used in households has been hiked by 50 paise per SCM (Standard Cubic Meter).
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Siddhivinayak Temple set for major makeover as Fadnavis launches corridor project
Maharashtra | May 26, 2026, 06:34 PM ISTFadnavis said the corridor would help improve crowd management, strengthen security arrangements and provide a more pleasant atmosphere inside the premises once completed.
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Maharashtra government plans inspection of Mumbai Gymkhanas on public land
Maharashtra | May 25, 2026, 06:33 PM ISTAn official said notices are issued whenever violations or defaults are found, and hearings are also conducted in certain cases.
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Maharashtra: Eight people dead as Scorpio plunges into deep gorge near Ambenali Ghat in Raigad
Maharashtra | May 25, 2026, 08:38 AM ISTInitial reports indicate that all eight passengers traveling in the vehicle have lost their lives. Search and rescue teams have successfully recovered two bodies.
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Mumbai underground Metro services disrupted due to technical snag, second such incident in a month
Maharashtra | May 22, 2026, 11:11 AM ISTThis is the second major disruption on the 33.5-km-long corridor. On May 6, train services on the Aqua Line, which runs between Cuffe Parade in south Mumbai and Aarey JVLR in the northern suburbs, were hit due to a fire at T2 Airport station.
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Viral video: Fearing shortage, people rush to buy petrol in plastic jars at Maharashtra petrol pump
Maharashtra | May 22, 2026, 08:10 AM ISTDue to the closure of numerous petrol pumps throughout the day in Maharashtra's Buldhana, whenever stocks of fuel arrive at any station, massive crowds of people can be seen rushing there to get fuel.
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Firefighter among two killed in massive fire at Thane vegetable market
Maharashtra | May 21, 2026, 04:59 PM ISTThane fire news: Eyewitnesses said huge flames and thick smoke billowing from the market triggered panic in the area, as distraught vendors watched the charred remains of their livelihoods.
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Human avian flu in Maharashtra's Nandurbar: Eight samples to be sent to NIV for tests
Maharashtra | May 19, 2026, 09:11 AM ISTNandurbar district in northwestern Maharashtra has been hit by bird flu. The workers were being given Tamiflu tablets as a precautionary measure, officials said, adding, no government employee was among those being tested.
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13 killed, 20 injured in Maharashtra's Palghar highway crash; CM Fadnavis announces Rs 5 lakh aid
Maharashtra | May 18, 2026, 11:41 PM ISTThe accident took place when the tempo, packed with passengers travelling for the family function, crashed into the trailer on the busy highway. Several injured victims were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment, with some reported to be in critical condition.
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EC announces polls to 16 seats in Maharashtra legislative council; voting on June 18
Maharashtra | May 18, 2026, 11:49 AM ISTThe Election Commission said the terms of office of members representing 16 Local Authorities' Constituencies in Maharashtra had expired over different periods between 2022 and 2025.
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Maharashtra family dances to ‘Bhagam Bhag’ after daughter scores 90% in Class 12, video goes viral
offbeat | May 15, 2026, 06:41 PM ISTA family from Maharashtra’s Latur celebrated their daughter’s Class 12 board exam results with dancing, music and laddoos after she scored 90 per cent. The wholesome video has now gone viral on social media.
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Mumbai water cut: BMC announces 10 per cent reduction from today, issues advisory for residents
Maharashtra | May 15, 2026, 11:19 AM ISTMumbai has started a 10 per cent water cut from May 15 as lake levels fall sharply due to extreme heat and delayed monsoon forecasts. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has urged residents to save water and warned that tighter restrictions may follow if rainfall remains below normal.
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Mahalakshmi Saras 2026 highlights rural Maharashtra’s entrepreneurial strength, women at forefront
Maharashtra | May 13, 2026, 07:22 PM ISTThe Mahalakshmi Saras exhibition has been designed to create sustainable market opportunities for rural women entrepreneurs, showcase their talents on a global platform, and empower them economically.
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Six killed, 14 injured after temple wall collapses in Maharashtra's Sangli
Maharashtra | May 12, 2026, 10:41 PM ISTAccording to the Sangli Police, there were around 350 devotees present on the temple premises. In the evening, the area was hit by sudden strong winds and heavy rainfall, following which devotees gathered near a wall and took shelter under tin sheets when it collapsed.
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Mumbai water cut: BMC announces 10% supply cut from May 15 as reservoir levels drop to 23%
Maharashtra | May 12, 2026, 03:58 PM ISTThe officials, however, appealed to citizens not to panic and assured that water is being distributed carefully to avoid a bigger crisis in the coming weeks.