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Vijay faces a turbulent start to 2026 as Jana Nayagan remains stalled due to CBFC issues while he is questioned in the Karur stampede case. The actor has sought to defer further CBI questioning until after Pongal

The Thackeray camp, in the party mouthpiece ‘Saamana’ editorial titled ‘Vada-Pav Zindabad’, termed ‘Vada-Pav’ a symbol of Marathi identity and an economic lifeline for thousands, while accusing the state government of failing to protect Maharashtra's industries

A festive Maharashtrian delicacy, Gul Poli is a sweet flatbread made with jaggery, sesame seeds, coconut and gram flour. Traditionally prepared during Makar Sankranti, this wholesome recipe blends slow-roasted ingredients into a rich stuffing, sealed between wheat puris and roasted gently in ghee for a warm, celebratory treat

In northeastern Thailand, a construction crane being used for a high-speed railway project toppled onto a moving passenger train traveling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani. The impact caused the train to derail and catch fire, resulting in at least 12 fatalities. Rescue teams have brought the fire under control and are searching for passengers