The MNS leader emphasised that while many historical figures are celebrated on their centenaries, very few continue to shape the destiny of a region long after they are gone
Maharashtra is commemorating Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray’s birth centenary. Saamana highlighted the joint tribute by Uddhav and Raj Thackeray as the “best birthday gift”, calling his legacy timeless and rooted in Marathi identity, dignity and unity
Fadnavis said the initiative—being developed in partnership with the Tata Group—has progressed from conceptual discussions held last year to advanced planning stages
Devendra Fadnavis said investments have been secured from 18 countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Japan, Switzerland, Sweden, the Netherlands, Norway, Italy, Germany, France, Austria, the UAE, Spain, Canada and Belgium
Temperatures remained in line with seasonal averages, with the maximum hovering around 30 degrees Celsius and the minimum settling near 18 degrees Celsius
Activist and villagers say massive clearing has taken place to make way for bungalows; Nature and wildlife lovers from Kolzar have also alleged that the forests on the other side of the hills have been flattened and cleared for construction
As Vignesh remains in critical condition at Kokilaben Hospital in Andheri with no neurological response as financial burden continues to mount, relatives question FIR and demand action against society office bearers; Rudra continues a steady recovery at home
Fadnavis, in Davos, says foreign private investment will help tackle environmental challenges; he said the initiative, to be led by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, will be driven by private investment and aimed at tackling long-pending environmental challenges in Maharashtra’s metro cities
The court was hearing a pre-arrest bail application of Vikas Gogawale, son of Shiv Sena minister Bharat Gogawale. Vikas has been named as an accused in a case related to a violent clash between rival groups during the Mahad Municipal Council elections
The lottery for mayoral post reservation has come as a setback for the BJP, as the mayor’s post in the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) has been reserved for the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category
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Balasaheb Thackeray, the founder of the Shiv Sena was also known as Tiger and Hindu Hriday Samraat (Emperor of Hindu Hearts) among his supporters. Balasaheb was born on January 23,1926 in Pune, Maharashtra. On his birth anniversary here are some lesser known facts about the late Shiv Sena chief. File Photos/mid-day photo team/X
General manager tells mid-day 15-car slow trains will be brought all the way till Mumbai Central in phases; in an exclusive interview with mid-day, he spoke about the future of suburban rail operations and his long-term vision for the two networks
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According to the Mumbai civic body, the works include repair and pipeline shifting work on the Vaitarna water supply system and will be carried out from 10 am on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, to 10 am on Wednesday, January 28, 2026
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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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