Maharashtra: News
Located in the western region of India, Maharashtra is the third largest state (by area) and the second most populous state in India with a population of 112 million. It is one of the most industrialized, wealthy and developed states in India with a per capita income of ₹1.0035 lakh (US$1,600). The state has 36 districts with Mumbai being the capital of the state.
IMD warns of heavy rainfall in parts of India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several parts of the country.
NEET aspirant, 19, dies by suicide over low marks
A 19-year-old National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) aspirant, Ankita Sangle, died by suicide in Jalalpur village, Maharashtra.
Maharashtra TET paper leak case: Mastermind arrested from Bihar
Bijendra Gupta, the alleged mastermind behind the Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) paper leak, has been arrested by the Maharashtra Police in Bihar.
BSF jawan snatches rifle, opens fire on colleagues; 2 killed
Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were killed and one critically injured after a fellow jawan allegedly opened fire inside the BSF Sector Headquarters in Malda district, West Bengal.
Fresh violence at CJP protest: 5 cops injured, metros shut
Youth protesters demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam paper leaks clashed briefly with police on Wednesday night.
Kothimbir vadi: The Maharashtrian snack everyone should taste
Kothimbir vadi, a popular Maharashtrian dish, is a flavorful street breakfast delight.
Maharashtra plans property tokenization on blockchain: How it affects you?
Maharashtra is mulling a new legal framework for the tokenization of land and other immovable assets using blockchain technology.
Maharashtra: 6 killed in chain collision after ethanol-laden truck overturns
An accident on the Mumbai-Nagpur Samruddhi Expressway in Maharashtra's Wardha district has left six people dead.
'GoT' action director joins Rishab Shetty's 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj'
Rishab Shetty, who shot to fame with the Kantara franchise, will soon be seen in The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The film will see him as the iconic Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Maharashtra to build quantum computing, deep-tech ecosystem: CM Devendra Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has announced plans to build an ecosystem for quantum computing and deep technologies in the state.
Doctor assault case: HC cancels bail of Shiv Sena corporator
The Bombay High Court has canceled the bail of Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre, who was accused of assaulting doctors.
Maharashtra family chased for 15km, attacked for objecting to harassment
A family from Maharashtra's Nashik district was allegedly chased and attacked for nearly 15km after they objected to the harassment of a woman.
Maharashtra removes over 92 lakh women from welfare scheme
The Maharashtra government has removed over 92 lakh beneficiaries from its flagship Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana (MMLBY) after a state-wide verification exercise, The Indian Express reported.
El Nino could disrupt India's monsoon, IMD warns
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that India's southwest monsoon could weaken again due to the strengthening of El Nino conditions over the Pacific Ocean.
Monsoon causes mayhem across India; 25 dead in rain-related incidents
More than 25 people have been killed in rain-related incidents across the country, as severe monsoon rains wreaked havoc on roadways, uprooted trees, damaged property, and disrupted regular life.
HPCL's 3,000 cylinders washed away in Raigad after heavy rainfall
Around 3,000 liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders were washed away from the Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) Patalganga LPG bottling plant in Maharashtra's Raigad district.
Chaos after heavy rain: Delhi, Surat waterlogged, landslides in Uttarakhand
Heavy monsoon rains over the past two days have wreaked havoc in large parts of India.
3 arrested after Shiv Sena corporator, followers assault doctor, nurses
The Maharashtra Police has arrested three people in connection with the assault on medical staff at a civic-run Kalyan Dombivli hospital.
'Did nothing wrong': Shiv Sena corporator after assaulting doctor, nurses
Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) corporator Ramesh Mhatre allegedly assaulted a female doctor and several nursing staff at the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC)-run Shastrinagar Hospital in Dombivli, Maharashtra.
Mumbai-Pune Expressway: Missing Link stretch reopens for traffic
The Missing Link section of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway has reopened for Mumbai-to-Pune traffic after an early morning landslide.
Rapido founders booked for running illegal bike taxi service
The founders of the popular bike taxi app, Rapido, have been booked in Nagpur for allegedly running "petrol-powered" bike taxi services without government permission.
Maharashtra launches new e-challan portal to fix payment glitches
Maharashtra's Transport Department has launched a new web portal for its Vahan e-challan services, bringing relief to thousands of vehicle owners across the state.
Over 15 vehicles crash within minutes on Mumbai-Ahmedabad National Highway
A major accident involving over 15 vehicles occurred on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad National Highway in Maharashtra's Palghar district.
'Alpha' collects ₹5cr in advance bookings; eyes solid opening
The highly anticipated spy action drama, Alpha, starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, has hit the big screens on Friday.
'Alpha' advance booking: Alia starrer looks at ₹8cr opening
The highly-anticipated spy action film, Alpha, starring Alia Bhatt, is set to hit theaters on Friday. The latest addition to Yash Raj Films's Spy Universe has reportedly generated impressive pre-release buzz with its advance bookings.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader joins Shinde faction before key election
In a major political shift, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sachin Ahir has joined the Eknath Shinde-led faction of Shiv Sena. The development comes as a major blow to Uddhav Thackeray's camp.
12 deaths on Atal Setu since 2024; Maharashtra plans barricades
The Maharashtra government is planning to install barricades and review safety measures on the Atal Setu, India's longest sea bridge.
Maharashtra makes Marathi compulsory in all schools
The Maharashtra government has made the teaching of the Marathi language compulsory in all schools, irrespective of the medium.
Maharashtra Teachers Eligibility Test postponed after question paper leak
The Maharashtra Teachers Eligibility Test (TET), scheduled for Sunday, has been postponed after a question paper leak.
IPS officer under fire after 'praising' RSS at right-wing event
Senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Vishwas Nangre Patil has landed in controversy after a video of him addressing a Hindu Sammelan hosted by right-wing outfit, Sakal Hindu Samaj, surfaced.
'In next life...': NEET aspirant begs mother's forgiveness before suicide
An 18-year-old National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET) aspirant, Sushil Dhage, died by suicide in Maharashtra's Hingoli district after he took the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination on June 21.
'Eetha' teaser out: Shraddha Kapoor transforms into legendary 'lavani' performer
The much-awaited teaser of Shraddha Kapoor's upcoming film Eetha was unveiled on Tuesday. The actor plays the role of Vithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar, a legendary tamasha and lavani artist.
IMD predicts heavy rain, thunderstorms in several states today
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather forecast for June 23, predicting active monsoon conditions across several parts of India.
IMD issues orange alert in Mumbai; pre-monsoon showers bring relief
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued an Orange alert for Mumbai, predicting thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds over the next three hours.
2 killed after 'speeding' BMW hits divider; body parts scattered
A high-speed car crash on the Mumbai-Vadodara Highway in Thane district, Maharashtra, has left two dead and one injured.
Monsoon likely to advance in Maharashtra, Telangana, eastern states
The southwest monsoon is likely to advance into more parts of Maharashtra, Telangana, and eastern states by June 23.
Maharashtra: 40 devotees trapped under debris in temple roof collapse
A tragic incident occurred at the Yashwadi Maruti Temple in Parbhani district, Maharashtra, on Saturday.
Monsoon stalls in India; Pune introduces odd-even water supply system
India's southwest monsoon, which entered through Kerala on June 4, has slowed down considerably this year. After covering parts of Bihar, Jharkhand, and Madhya Pradesh, its progress has stalled.
Monsoon delay: India faces 41% rainfall deficit this month
India's southwest monsoon has hit a major roadblock, especially over southern Maharashtra.
Comedy show row: Pranit, Sejal Pawar questioned for 8 hours
Comedian Pranit More and medical student Sejal Pawar were recently questioned for over eight hours by the Maharashtra Cyber Cell in connection with a controversial video from one of More's comedy shows.
Isolated, monitored 24/7 on CCTV, newly-married woman dies by suicide
A 26-year-old woman, Vishakha Tilkar, allegedly died by suicide at her Ambernath home in Maharashtra, about 48 days after her marriage.
Why has southwest monsoon's progress stalled over Maharashtra? IMD explains
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said that the Southwest Monsoon's progress over parts of Maharashtra has been stalled due to unfavorable large-scale meteorological conditions.
Nimbalkar murder case: Accused ex-NCP leader Padamsinh Patil's verdict deferred
A Special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Court in Mumbai has deferred its verdict in the high-profile murder case of former Congress leader Pawanraje Nimbalkar and his driver to June 19.
Thunderstorms, heavy rainfall forecast in parts of Northeast, eastern India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms in Delhi and adjoining areas, along with heavy rainfall in parts of the Northeast and eastern India.
This Goa-based brewery plans to go public
Latambarcem Brewers (LB Brewers), the Goa-based company behind popular craft beer brand MakaDi and functional beverage Borecha, is targeting ₹500 crore in revenue over the next 4-5 years.
Governance noise is overshadowing ₹1,600cr philanthropic mission: Tata Trusts CEO
Siddharth Sharma, the CEO of Tata Trusts, has defended the institution against recent media scrutiny over governance issues within the Tata group.
How TCS has responded to employee suicide case in Maharashtra
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has said it is "ascertaining the facts" after a 48-year-old employee was found dead at his residence in Bhosari, Maharashtra.
Israel to install Shivaji Maharaj's statue in 'big' city
Israel has announced plans to install a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Kerala: Red alert in 6 districts as southwest monsoon intensifies
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for six districts in Kerala due to intense rainfall caused by a cyclonic circulation.
Monsoon hits Maharashtra on time despite delayed Kerala onset
The southwest monsoon reached Maharashtra on schedule on Saturday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.
'Toxic' star Yash buys beachfront land in Alibaug for ₹24cr
Kannada superstar Yash and his wife Radhika Pandit have joined the elite property club of Alibaug, Maharashtra.
'Raja Shivaji' to end box office run above ₹110cr
The historical epic, Raja Shivaji, featuring Riteish Deshmukh, has shown a steady performance even in its fifth weekend.
9 ISI, Dawood-linked terrorists planning attacks in India arrested
The Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested nine suspected terrorists with links to Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and the Mumbai underworld.
Maharashtra: 15 dead, several critical after consuming toxic liquor
At least 15 people have died, and many others are critically ill after consuming toxic liquor in Maharashtra's Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.
NEET paper leak: Why IAF may transport exam papers
The Indian government is considering using the Indian Air Force (IAF) to transport question papers for the upcoming National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) re-test.
How fly led to Japan banning Indian mangoes after 20yrs
Japan has suspended fresh mango imports from India for the 2026 season over pest treatment concerns at an Indian facility.
Why Japan has suspended Indian mango imports
Japan has suspended the import of Indian mangoes for the 2026 season, following an inspection in March.
Countering goat sacrifice, Hindu groups bring piglet in Thane society
Tensions flared up in Mumbai's Mira Road ahead of Bakrid on Tuesday after residents of Poonam Cluster Society protested against goats being kept inside the premises for sacrifice.
'Nautapa': India experiences hottest pre-monsoon days; temperatures could reach 48°C
India is currently experiencing its hottest pre-monsoon season with the arrival of Nautapa, a nine-day period that began on May 25 and will end on June 2.
Why India's trucking industry is staring at a crisis
India's transport sector is facing a major operational crisis due to falling freight rates, rising diesel prices, and fuel supply disruptions. The situation is affecting truckers across the country.
Delhi weather: IMD forecasts thunderstorms, lightning on scorching day
Delhi is bracing for another scorching day, with the India Meteorological Department(IMD) forecasting a possible respite by evening.