Ajit Pawar was a prominent political figure in Maharashtra and had played a key role in the development of Baramati, which has long been considered the Pawar family's political stronghold
Three Congress corporators and two from the BJP have formed an independent bloc named Bharat Vikas Aghadi, positioning themselves as potential kingmakers in the 84-member corporation where no party commands a clear majority
One for snake videos, another for drug deals, say investigators after massive ganja seizure; Wildlife experts in Maharashtra have now demanded a thorough probe to determine whether the influencer was also involved in the illegal capture, supply or trafficking of snakes
Centre exchange will apply only at schools without CCTV, easing travel and supervision concerns raised by teachers; the decision follows concerns raised by teachers and principals’ association members, who said sending educators to unfamiliar schools for supervision could be impractical
However, the Opposition Congress and other parties criticised the BJP-led Union government, saying the budget has failed to provide any real relief to common citizens struggling with rising prices
High-speed corridors announced in Union Budget will slash 3.5-hour travel time between two cities, enhance connectivity to South India
Typical family from suburbs hails taxpayer-friendly Union Budget for urban infra fund allocation, forward-looking provisions
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Maharashtra CM Fadnavis stated that could merger talks be finalised without our knowledge? We have no information about February 12 being the announcement date
The Union Budget 2026 places strong emphasis on infrastructure development, regional growth and the empowerment of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), which will drive India’s next phase of economic expansion, said Dr Niranjan Hiranandani, Chairman of NAREDCO
The special deep clean drive starting on Monday will begin from Ashtavinayak Chowk in Kopri and will cover the areas in Kopri including Kopri village, Kanhaiya Nagar, Siddharth Nagar, Bara Bangla area and Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Chowk and surrounding localities, an official statement said
The Union Budget 2026 places strong emphasis on infrastructure development, regional growth and the empowerment of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), which will drive India’s next phase of economic expansion, said Dr Niranjan Hiranandani, Chairman of NAREDCO
01 February,2026 09:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe special deep clean drive starting on Monday will begin from Ashtavinayak Chowk in Kopri and will cover the areas in Kopri including Kopri village, Kanhaiya Nagar, Siddharth Nagar, Bara Bangla area and Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Chowk and surrounding localities, an official statement said
01 February,2026 09:29 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPuja Marwaha, CEO of CRY – Child Rights and You, said that while the increase reflects positive intent, the overall scale of investment remains limited given India’s population and the growing developmental needs of children
01 February,2026 08:55 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTop Western Railway officials have urged the public to purchase valid tickets for train travel, stressing that every ticket bought contributes directly to railway development and passenger services
01 February,2026 08:28 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarThe JAC said the budget continues a long-standing pattern of neglect, where senior citizens are mentioned rhetorically but not supported through meaningful fiscal or policy commitments
01 February,2026 07:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
The ashes of late Maharashtra deputy CM and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Ajit Pawar were brought to the party’s state office in Mumbai on Sunday. Pics/Shadab Khan
The nomination process concluded on Sunday, February 1, with papers submitted between 11 am and 1 pm before NMMC Secretary Sangharatna Khillare, in line with the official election programme
01 February,2026 06:38 PM IST | Mumbai | Amarjeet Singh
Emphasising the party’s democratic functioning, Patel said any decision of such significance would be taken only after consultations with senior leaders, legislators and party office-bearers, while respecting the collective will and sentiments of party members
01 February,2026 06:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
To enhance the quality of cement concrete roads, the BMC organised a technical training workshop at IIT Bombay. Over 300 engineers were trained on best practices, quality control, and modern construction techniques for durable Mumbai roads
01 February,2026 05:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis and deputy CM Eknath Shinde leaders said the budget will significantly strengthen Mumbai and Maharashtra while accelerating growth across smaller cities
01 February,2026 04:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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The owners of a bar at the center of a deadly New Year’s fire at a Swiss ski resort are now under intense scrutiny as investigators launch a criminal probe. The blaze broke out during a packed celebration in Crans-Montana, quickly turning into a deadly flashover that left little time for escape. Police have interviewed the bar’s French owners, examining whether the venue complied with fire safety regulations.
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