Maharashtra: News
Man arrested for raping 13-year-old cancer patient in Thane
A 29-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly raping and impregnating a 13-year-old cancer patient in Maharashtra's Thane district.
'Buy liver, kidney for ₹60,000': Farmer protests against Maharashtra government
In a one-of-a-kind protest against the Maharashtra government's failure to keep its promise of waiving farmers' loans, a farmer has taken to the streets to announce that he is selling his organs to repay them.
'No involvement': Court quashes bus attack case against Raj Thackeray
The Bombay High Court has quashed a criminal case against Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray in connection with an attack on a state transport bus in 2008.
Heatwave relief for Mumbai, neighboring districts; rain expected in April
The India Meteorological Department has predicted rains in Mumbai and its neighboring districts this week after a spell of unnaturally hot weather.
Maharashtra to reduce electricity tariffs by 10-30% from April 1
In a major relief to consumers, the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has sanctioned a significant reduction in electricity tariffs for residential consumers.
Maharashtra school timings revised amid heat wave
Amid the continuing heat wave, Maharashtra's School Education department has asked all schools to run only during mornings.
IMD forecasts rainfall, thunderstorms across multiple states till March 31
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms and rainfall in Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh till March 31.
Kamra seeks transit anticipatory bail after FIRs over satirical video
Popular stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has moved the Madras High Court seeking transit anticipatory bail.
Kerala MLAs earn the least? New report reveals salary breakdown
A recent analysis by PRS Legislative Research has revealed a huge gap in earnings of Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) across Indian states.
'Sikandar' advance booking: Salman Khan starrer has already collected ₹6.22cr
The much-anticipated action thriller Sikandar, headlined by Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna, arrives in theaters on Sunday, March 30, 2025.
IMD forecasts thunderstorms, rain in northern states until March 28
India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted strong thunderstorms, rainfall, and lightning strikes in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand between March 25 and 28.
Samay Raina finally appears before cyber cell, expresses 'deep regret'
Stand-up comedian Samay Raina has apologized for his role in the controversial episode of India's Got Latent (IGL).
Bulldozer action trends again: What SC says about such 'justice'
Bulldozer justice made headlines again as civic authorities in Maharashtra demolished parts of buildings that they claim are built in violation of the law.
IMD forecasts temperature surge of 4°C in 3-4 days
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a gradual rise in maximum temperatures in most parts of India in the next three to four days.
Kunal Kamra row: FIR filed against Shiv Sena leaders
The controversy around comedian Kunal Kamra's latest standup special is heating up.
Woman who accused Maharashtra minister of harassment arrested for extortion
A woman who had accused Maharashtra minister Jaykumar Gore of harassment has been arrested for extortion.
Karnataka bandh: Why is Bengaluru closed today? What's open, closed
Karnataka is observing a statewide bandh on Saturday, March 22, from 6:00am to 6:00pm.
₹3 lakh crore of public money sitting idle with states
An analysis by Emkay Global, a Mumbai-based brokerage firm, has found that the top 19 Indian states are sitting on almost ₹3 lakh crore of public money.
Who is Fahim Khan, the alleged mastermind behind Nagpur riots
Fahim Shamim Khan, a leader of the Minorities Democratic Party (MDP), was arrested by Maharashtra police in relation to the recent Nagpur riots on Wednesday.
Aaditya reacts to 'gang-rape, murder' charges by Disha Salian's father
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray has denied any involvement in the death of Disha Salian after her father alleged that his daughter was "gang-raped, forcibly restrained and subjected to brutal sexual assault."
How Aditya Thackeray is related to Disha Salian's death case
Satish Salian, the father of late talent manager Disha Salian, has moved the Bombay High Court for a fresh probe into his daughter's mysterious death.
'IGL' row: Samay Raina summoned for the third time
The controversy over YouTuber Samay Raina's show, India's Got Latent, continues to snowball. The Maharashtra Cyber Cell has issued a third summons to Raina, who had failed to appear on Wednesday.
Vicky's 'Chhaava' crosses ₹570cr amid controversy, on track for ₹600cr
Vicky Kaushal's historical drama, Chhaava, continues to shine at the Indian box office, crossing the ₹570 crore mark on its 34th day.
Aurangzeb's tomb in Maharashtra declared 'no-drone zone' amid protests
Amid rising protests for the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb in Khultabad, Maharashtra, the local administration has made it a "no drone" zone.
Why Maharashtra's tourist town Matheran has been indefinitely closed
Matheran, a popular hill station in Maharashtra, will be indefinitely closed starting Wednesday due to increasing cases of fraud against tourists.
'Even US didn't allow Osama's burial...': Shinde questions Aurangzeb's glorification
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde has strongly opposed the glorification of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.
Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' blamed for Nagpur violence; fans defend actor
Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal is in hot waters as his film Chhaava allegedly incited violence in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
'Chhaava' ignited people's anger for Aurangzeb: Fadnavis on Nagpur violence
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said that the Vicky Kaushal-starrer film, 'Chhaava,' fueled the anger in people for Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.
Nagpur violence: Curfew imposed after clashes over Aurangzeb's tomb
Curfew has been imposed in parts of Maharashtra's Nagpur after violent clashes erupted on Monday over a protest seeking the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb.
Samay Raina issued second summons in 'India's Got Latent' row
Popular YouTuber and comedian Samay Raina has been summoned by the Maharashtra Cyber Cell to record his statement in the ongoing controversy of his show India's Got Latent.
Taapsee Pannu wraps 'Gandhari,' calls it a physically demanding film
Taapsee Pannu has wrapped up filming for her upcoming action thriller, Gandhari, opposite Ishwak Singh.
Maharashtra police tighten security at Aurangzeb's tomb amid demolition threats
Following threats from right-wing groups demanding the demolition of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb, and incendiary political comments, Maharashtra police have increased security at the site.
Latur police parade men for beating man until clothes tore
The Latur Police in Maharashtra arrested five men for a gruesome attack on Tuesday night.
Mumbai nears 40°C, IMD issues heatwave warning
Mumbai has registered its first near-40°C temperature of 2025.
CNG vehicles, EVs in Maharashtra are set to become costlier
The Maharashtra government has announced a 1% hike in the motor tax levied on compressed natural gas (CNG) four-wheelers.
Bangladeshi woman with Indian passport arrested in Maharashtra
Shahnaz Choudhari alias Shila Akhtar, a 29-year-old Bangladeshi woman, was arrested by the Pimpri Chinchwad police on Friday in Maharashtra. She has been charged with illegally securing multiple Indian documents, including an Indian passport.
SP MLA Azmi suspended from Maharashtra assembly for praising Aurangzeb
The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly has suspended Samajwadi Party (SP) leader and MLA Abu Asim Azmi till the end of the ongoing budget session.
Amazon Web Services pledges to invest $8.3B in Maharashtra
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced a massive investment of $8.3 billion in Maharashtra in the coming years.
SC allows Ranveer Allahbadia to resume show with 'decency, morality'
The Supreme Court of India has lifted the ban on YouTuber and podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, allowing him to continue airing "The Ranveer Show."
Maharashtra: NCP's Jitendra Awhad enters Vidhan Bhavan complex wearing handcuffs
The budget session of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly commenced on Monday with a unique protest by Nationalist Congress Party (SP) member Jitendra Awhad.