Leaders from the Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) raised the issue in the state Assembly, calling for those in positions of power who supported Kharat to be named as co-accused
Raj Thackeray questioned how a state known for its progressive and reformist traditions is witnessing the rise of self-styled godmen with alleged political patronage
Around 3,000 modern ‘Rajmata Jijau’ buses will soon be added to the fleet of Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation. The move is expected to strengthen the state’s public transport system and improve passenger services, Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik said
Cracks surfaced within the ruling Mahayuti alliance over the Satara Zilla Parishad elections, with two key allies levelling serious allegations against the administration
Activist Deepak Borhade had last week travelled to Mumbai to launch an indefinite hunger strike at Azad Maidan. The protest is aimed at demanding the inclusion of the Dhangar community in the Scheduled Tribes (ST) category
Speaking further on the issue, the CM mentioned that misleading women into believing in some special powers and subjecting them to such psychological manipulation are very serious concerns involved in this case
State Food and Civil Supplies Minister Chhagan Bhujbal announced that the revised supply will come into effect from March 23 and continue until further notice
Gorhe issued the direction during a special sitting of the Legislative Council, stating that strict action was necessary against officials involved in the incident
Referring to the controversy surrounding self-proclaimed astrologer Ashok Kharat, the party said the episode has exposed how political leaders and officials are increasingly turning to superstition for power and influence
According to a weather bulletin, the maximum temperature in Mumbai was expected to be reach 38 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature may settle at approximately 22 degrees Celsius on Monday
According to the Regional Disaster Management Cell (RDMC) of the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) the shop was shut at the time, which helped prevent any casualties
Parent groups have demanded the education department review minority-status schools, citing low enrollment from relevant communities and urging action within 15 days
According to the Regional Disaster Management Cell (RDMC) of the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) the shop was shut at the time, which helped prevent any casualties
23 March,2026 10:24 AM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondentParent groups have demanded the education department review minority-status schools, citing low enrollment from relevant communities and urging action within 15 days
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Hundreds of people were seen gathering in south Mumbai on Monday to take part in a large protest march named ‘Mahamorcha’. Pics/Sameer Abedi
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The civic body, BMC leaves a half-dug road and fallen barricades on a key Bandra stretch, turning routine traffic into a calculated risk for locals and others
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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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