Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday chaired a high-level review meeting at the Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali Auditorium, Vishwakarma Bhawan, Secretariat. As reported by news agency ANI, the meeting took place to assess preparations for the Char Dham Yatra-2026. Uttarakhand CM directed officials to implement last year's 'Green and Clean Char Dham Yatra' campaign more effectively this time. According to the Chief Minister's Office, Dhami instructed that the yatra be made plastic-free by installing an adequate number of collection boxes along the routes. He further directed strict control of the use of plastic. CM during the meeting has also warned that any attempt to spread misinformation or rumours regarding the Char Dham Yatra would lead to immediate FIRs and strict action, reported ANI. CM Dhami urges public participation to make the Char Dham Yatra more organised Emphasising public participation, he called for active involvement of local bodies, voluntary organisations, and youth to transform the yatra into a mass movement. Regarding helicopter services, the Chief Minister issued strict instructions to ensure full compliance with SOPs, mandatory regular maintenance and fitness checks of all helicopters, and adequate rest intervals to avoid operational overloading. Real-time weather monitoring system to be installed Uttarakhand CM Dhami has also directed officials to further strengthen the weather-based real-time monitoring system to effectively deal with emergencies. Instructions were given to develop attractive selfie points and theme-based installations at key locations, along with improving cleanliness, beautification, and signage along the yatra routes. As per the official statement on supply management, CM Dhami has clearly stated that there should be no shortage of essential commodities such as gas, petrol, diesel, and other necessities along the route. Furthermore, district supply officers will be made responsible, and separate nodal officers will be appointed to ensure daily monitoring. Uttarakhand Government to focus on medical facilities To strengthen healthcare services, he directed that adequate medical units and temporary hospitals be set up along the routes as required. He also instructed an increase in veterinary facilities for animals. Additionally, emphasis was laid on ensuring sufficient availability of clean drinking water through CSR and other resources. Prioritising the convenience of pilgrims, the Chief Minister has also ordered the development of basic amenities such as toilets, shelters, and other facilities, as per ANI. He further stressed the need for effective slot management and crowd control systems, along with real-time digital monitoring, to minimise waiting time for darshan. (With inputs from ANI)
09 April,2026 10:37 PM IST | Dehradun | mid-day online correspondentTwo persons were arrested for allegedly murdering an elderly scrap collector in Latur, a police official said on Thursday. As reported by news agency PTI, Vitthal Sopan Sasane (65), a native of Sugao in Chakur tehsil, was found dead in front of a shop along Ring Road on Tuesday night, following which a case was registered, the official said. The official further added, "Our probe zeroed in on Om Sachin Janrao (30) and Vaibhav alias Monya Prabhakar Munde (24). The two confessed to murdering Sasane following a dispute over sleeping space. Sasane was assaulted with a wooden object and a floor tile," as cited by PTI. Charred remains help cops crack Mumbai murder In a different scenario, two suspects, including a man and his girlfriend, were held for allegedly murdering a man in north Mumbai and transporting his body to Chiplun in Maharashtra’s Konkan region for disposal. The investigation was launched after the remains of one Ejaz Qureshi, who was reportedly killed in Malad in November last year, were discovered on Tuesday, officials said, reported the PTI. The police recovered charred remains in a mango orchard in Awatewadi village of the Rampur area in Chiplun, including bones, a ring, and an iron rod lodged in the victim’s leg. According to the PTI, within 24 hours of the discovery, authorities identified Vishal Khoddekar and his girlfriend Jannatunisa Khan as suspects. Khoddekar allegedly confessed to assaulting Qureshi during a financial dispute, resulting in his death. The conflict reportedly arose after Khan rented a property from Qureshi, paid a high deposit, and later demanded her money back. Attempt to destroy evidence According to the police, Khoddekar later returned to Chiplun upon discovering the exposed body and set it on fire using diesel in an attempt to destroy evidence. Both Khoddekar and Khan have been remanded in police custody for six days while the investigation continues. Mumbai Police nab man accused in attempt to murder case after 45 years Meanwhile, in another incident, a 72-year-old man was arrested from Sangli after being on the run for 45 years in an attempt to murder case registered in Mumbai, a police official said on Thursday, reported the PTI. The Trombay police station official identified the accused as Popat Govind Vaydande, who was held from Ambegaon in Kadegaon taluka. The attempt to murder case registered in 1981 was recently reopened after a court sought a search report and directed absconder Vaydande to appear before it, the official said.
09 April,2026 09:47 PM IST | Latur | mid-day online correspondentRepresenting the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), Parth Sunetra Ajit Pawar on Thursday took the oath as a member of the Rajya Sabha in the presence of Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman C. P. Radhakrishnan. The ceremony was attended by senior NCP leaders, including Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Ajit Pawar. Pledges to raise public issues in Upper House In a post on X, Pawar wrote, "Today, in the presence of the Honourable C. P. Radhakrishnan, the Vice President of the country and Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, at New Delhi, I took the oath of membership of the Rajya Sabha on behalf of the Nationalist Congress Party. On this occasion, along with the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra State, Honourable Sunetra Ajitdada Pawar, senior esteemed leaders of the party were present." राष्ट्रवादी काँग्रेस पक्षाच्या वतीने आज नवी दिल्ली येथे देशाचे उपराष्ट्रपती तथा राज्यसभेचे सभापती मा.श्री. सी. पी. राधाकृष्णन जी यांच्या उपस्थितीत राज्यसभेच्या सदस्यत्वाची शपथ ग्रहण केली. यावेळी महाराष्ट्र राज्याच्या उपमुख्यमंत्री मा. श्रीमती सुनेत्रा अजितदादा पवार यांच्यासह… pic.twitter.com/FMsHA3mFiI — Parth Sunetra Ajit Pawar (@parthajitpawar) April 9, 2026 Pawar also emphasised his commitment to raising the voice of the people in the Upper House. "Keeping in mind the trust of the people and their expectations, I will make an honest effort to effectively raise my voice in the Rajya Sabha, to present the case of the people, and to contribute to the development of the country," he wrote. Entry follows Ajit Pawar’s demise in plane crash His entry into the Upper House comes after the death of former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and his father, Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash, headed to Baramati earlier this year. Congress not to contest Baramati assembly bypoll The Opposition Congress on Thursday opted out of the bypoll to the Baramati assembly seat in Maharashtra at the last moment, giving a virtual walkover to ruling NCP candidate and Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar though a contest will still take place as 22 other nominees remain in the fray. After initially appearing firm to contest the April 23 bypoll, necessitated due to the death of former Deputy Chief Minister and sitting Baramati MLA Ajit Pawar, the husband of Sunetra, the Congress withdrew its candidate in the wake of calls from ruling allies Nationalist Congress Party, BJP and also its Opposition partner NCP (SP). Addressing a press conference in Mumbai, state Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal sought to frame the decision to climbdown as a move rooted in Maharashtra's political culture and decorum and referred to the death of Ajit Pawar in an air crash just over two months ago. "The decision was taken to maintain the state's political culture, decorum and dialogue. We are taking two steps back since the bypoll is taking place immediately after the tragic demise of Ajit Pawar. Even though Ajit Pawar started his political career with the Congress, he had joined hands with the BJP for the sake of power," Sapkal said. "The Congress is withdrawing from the Baramati bypoll, but not supporting any candidate," the MPCC president maintained. Soon after his announcement, Congress candidate Akash More withdrew his nomination from the high-profile assembly seat, a Pawar family bastion in Pune district, just before end of the deadline. "As per directions from the party leadership, I have withdrawn my nomination," More told reporters in Baramati. Despite the Congress opting out, the Baramati assembly seat will still see a contest as 22 other candidates remain in the fray. However, none of them is likely to pose any significant challenge to Sunetra Pawar, whose election from the seat appears a mere formality. Votes will be counted on May 4.
09 April,2026 08:58 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentA division bench of the Calcutta High Court, on April 9, gave fresh permission to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for probing the sole convict in the R.G. Kar rape and murder incident, Sanjay Roy, as part of the central agency's continuing probe into the larger conspiracy behind the crime. As reported by news agency IANS, the division bench of Justice Rajasekhar Mantha and Justice Rai Chattopadhyay said that since prima facie it appeared that the sole convict, also a former civic volunteer of Kolkata Police, is aware of a lot of things, the CBI officials probing the matter could conduct a fresh questioning. The bench further noted that besides Roy, the CBI officers could question any other suspect in the matter. It also advised the CBI to adopt all modern technology possible to unearth the truth behind the larger conspiracy behind the crime. High Court bench directed CBI to include DNA report and audio clips in the probe Since the family members of the woman trainee doctor of state-run R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, who became a victim of rape and murder within the hospital premises in August 2024, had already submitted their DNA profiling reports as well as the audio clips of certain conversations to the court, the division bench directed the CBI to include these two items as part of the central agency's investigation and also submit a report to the court in the matter. As reported by the news agency IANS, the next date of hearing in the matter had been fixed on May 12. High Court slams West Bengal Government The division bench also asked why the West Bengal government had been objecting to the plea from the victim's family members to visit the "scene of crime, when the CBI, as the investigation agency in the matter, had no objection to that." Furthermore, the division bench had said that since the state government was no longer a party in the case, it had no business to raise any objection in the matter. The bench also noted that the two petitions in the court, the first by the CBI pleading for a death sentence for Sanjay Roy, who is currently serving a life term, and the second by the convict for honourable acquittal, should be heard in a parallel manner. (With inputs from IANS)
09 April,2026 08:09 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondentThe Pune bench of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has ordered a temporary halt on tree-felling activities in Nashik linked to preparations for the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela, directing authorities to maintain status quo until April 28, reported news agency PTI. The interim stay was issued during a hearing on a petition filed by environmentalist Manish Baviskar, who raised concerns over large-scale cutting of trees, particularly along key roads in the city. The tribunal has asked the Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) to present its response at the next hearing, reported PTI. NGT intervenes amid environmental concerns The tribunal’s decision comes amid growing opposition from residents and environmental groups over the felling of trees for infrastructure development linked to the mega religious event. The stay order effectively pauses all such activities until further review later this month. The petition argued that the tree-cutting drive could have long-term environmental consequences and sought judicial intervention to prevent irreversible damage, reported PTI. Mayor defends decision, cites safety and infrastructure needs Responding to the tribunal’s directive, Nashik Mayor Himgauri Aher-Adke stated that the civic body will present its case before the NGT and justify the decision. She maintained that the move to cut certain trees was not taken abruptly but after considering multiple factors, including rising traffic congestion, increasing road accidents, and the need to upgrade infrastructure ahead of the Kumbh Mela, reported PTI. Aher-Adke emphasized that road expansion has become necessary to manage the anticipated influx of devotees and to ensure public safety. She also claimed that the process is being carried out in line with environmental safeguards and directives of the Supreme Court of India, reported PTI. Rising accidents cited as major concern Highlighting safety concerns, the mayor pointed out that road accidents in Nashik have increased significantly in recent years. Between 2015 and 2019, at least 31 people lost their lives and 23 were injured, while police data indicates that 46 fatalities were recorded during this period, reported PTI. She described the situation as serious and stressed the need for immediate measures to prevent further loss of life, adding that road widening is a key part of the solution. Massive turnout expected for Kumbh Mela Authorities are preparing for a massive turnout during the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, with estimates suggesting that around 12 to 15 crore devotees could visit Nashik and nearby Trimbakeshwar over the course of the event, reported PTI. The Kumbh Mela is scheduled to be held between October 31, 2026, and July 24, 2028, making it one of the largest religious gatherings in the world and a major logistical challenge for local authorities. Public protests and divided opinion The tree-felling drive has triggered protests among sections of Nashik residents. Demonstrations began earlier this week after the NMC initiated cutting of trees along Gangapur Road, a key arterial stretch. While environmental activists have strongly opposed the move, some residents have expressed support, arguing that development and public safety must take precedence in cases where trees pose risks. The issue has thus sparked a wider debate between environmental conservation and urban development, with the final outcome now hinging on the tribunal’s next hearing later this month. (With inputs from PTI)
09 April,2026 07:10 PM IST | Nashik | mid-day online correspondentSoon after the tensions in the Middle East started to ease, an India-flagged merchant ship, Green Asha, which crossed the Strait of Hormuz on April 5, safely reached Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) in Navi Mumbai on Wednesday. The ship contains a cargo of 15,400 tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), according to an official statement. As reported by the news agency IANS, the arrival of the tanker has come at a crucial time to augment cooking gas supplies in the country amid the West Asia crisis. As per the official statement, the vessel has moored at JNPA's liquid berth operated by Bharat Petroleum and Indian Oil. Moreover, another India-flagged LPG vessel, the Green Sanvi, had also crossed the Strait on April 6 and is expected to reach India soon. LNG cargoes to arrive in India soon Meanwhile, with the improved situation after Iran and the US agreed to the ceasefire on Wednesday, more LNG cargoes are also expected to arrive. This has enabled the government to increase the overall gas allocation to fertiliser plants by 5 per cent to reach approximately 95 per cent of their six-month average consumption. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, in coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs and Indian Missions, continues to actively monitor the evolving situation in the Persian Gulf region, as per IANS. As reported by news agency IANS, all Indian seafarers in the region are safe, and no incident involving Indian-flagged vessels has been reported in the past 24 hours, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Ports and Shipping. Authorities continue to monitor the situation amid the tension The statement added that the Directorate General of Shipping continues to closely monitor developments in the tense region, in coordination with ship owners. The DG Shipping Control Room has handled 5,647 calls and 12,043 emails since activation, including 166 calls and 317 emails in the past 24 hours. As per IANS, DG Shipping has facilitated the safe repatriation of over 1,803 Indian seafarers so far, including 49 in the past 24 hours from various locations across the Gulf region. Port operations across India continue normally with no congestion reported. State Maritime Boards of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry have confirmed smooth functioning. The Ministry continues to coordinate closely with the Ministry of External Affairs, Indian Missions and maritime stakeholders to ensure the welfare of Indian seafarers and uninterrupted maritime operations, the statement added. (With inputs from IANS)
09 April,2026 07:09 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIndia and Sweden held the eighth round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOCs) in New Delhi on Thursday, agreeing to strengthen cooperation in political engagements, trade and investment, defence and security, innovation, sustainability and people-to-people ties. The two sides also discussed regional and global issues of mutual interest. Secretary (West) at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Sibi George and Sweden's State Secretary for Foreign Affairs Dag Hartelius co-chaired the meeting. "8th India-Sweden Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) were held in New Delhi today. Secretary (West) Sibi George co-chaired the FOC with State Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Dag Hartelius. They reviewed all aspects of the bilateral relationship and agreed to strengthen it further in the fields of political engagements, trade and investment, defence & security, innovation, sustainability, and people-to-people ties," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal posted on X. "They underscored that the recently concluded India-EU FTA marks a new chapter in economic & commercial ties and would facilitate deepening of India-Sweden trade, investment and technology linkages. The sides also exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest," he added. On Wednesday, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met Hartelius in New Delhi, discussing bilateral cooperation and strengthening India-EU strategic partnership. In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar wrote, "Good to meet Dag Hartelius, State Secretary for Foreign Affairs of Sweden. Spoke about advancement of our bilateral cooperation and deepening of India-EU Strategic Partnership." Earlier in February, Sweden's Deputy Prime Minister Ebba Busch visited India to attend the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. During her visit to India, Busch met Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia on February 18. "It was a pleasure meeting H.E. Ms. Ebba Busch, Deputy Prime Minister of Sweden today. As innovation-driven and sustainability-focused partners, India and Sweden are poised to build a strong, future-ready digital and telecom partnership," Scindia posted on X following the meeting. India and Sweden share close relations based on common values, strong business, investment and Research and development linkages and similar approaches to meet global challenges of peace and security and development. According to the Indian Embassy in Sweden, regular political engagement, intensifying business ties, cooperation on global challenges and multilateral issues define the strong India-Sweden partnership. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever.
09 April,2026 06:11 PM IST | New Delhi | IANSIn a suspected case of food poisoning, nearly 100 people fell ill after consuming a local snack at a religious programme in a village in Ahmedabad district, an official said on Thursday. Dr Chintan Desai, district epidemic medical officer, said 96 residents of Rajpura village under Detroj taluka were taken to hospital in the wee hours of Thursday after they fell sick on consuming 'sev-khamani' (a Gujarati snack) at the religious event on Wednesday night. He said while 38 of the affected people were still admitted to the hospital, others were discharged after treatment. All those hospitalised are in stable condition, Desai informed. A health department team rushed to the village after cases of vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhoea were reported in the wee hours. Apart from the 96 people who were taken to the hospital, 214 other villagers who consumed the snack were given preventive treatment, Desai said. Police and food safety authorities were informed about the incident. A team has taken food and water samples to determine the cause of suspected food poisoning, the officer added. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever.
09 April,2026 05:30 PM IST | Ahmedabad | PTIThe 12116/12115 Solapur–Mumbai (Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus) Siddheshwar Superfast Express completed 50 years of service on April 8, with Central Railway’s Solapur Division marking the occasion with a commemorative event at Solapur railway station. The Golden Jubilee celebrations were held shortly before the train’s scheduled departure at 10:30 pm, drawing the presence of railway officials, staff, rail enthusiasts, passenger association members and local residents. Ceremonial Send-off and Public Participation The locomotive of the Siddheshwar Express was decorated with flowers and ceremonially garlanded as part of the anniversary observance. A cake-cutting ceremony was also organised at the station. The event featured a performance by the Railway Protection Force (RPF) band, adding to the atmosphere at the venue. In a symbolic gesture, young rail enthusiasts from Solapur presented a photo frame capturing key moments from the train’s journey over the decades, reflecting its significance among regular passengers. A Five-Decade Legacy of Connectivity Introduced on April 8, 1976, the Siddheshwar Express has served as a key overnight rail link between Solapur and Mumbai for five decades. Named after Shri Siddharameshwar, the train is closely associated with the cultural and spiritual identity of the region. Over the years, it has remained an important mode of transport for daily commuters, business travellers and pilgrims. The service connects passengers to major religious destinations such as Pandharpur, Tuljapur, Akkalkot and Ganagapur, in addition to facilitating travel during events like the annual Shri Siddheshwar Gadda Yatra. Modernisation and Upgrades Over the Years The Siddheshwar Express has undergone several upgrades in line with Indian Railways’ modernisation efforts. From its initial diesel-powered operations with conventional ICF coaches, the train is now fully electrified and hauled by high-capacity electric locomotives such as WAP-7. A significant upgrade came in November 2018 with the introduction of Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches, which improved safety standards and passenger comfort. At present, the train operates with 22 LHB coaches catering to various travel classes. Route, Speed and Operational Importance Covering a distance of approximately 455 km in around 8 hours and 5 minutes, the Siddheshwar Express connects key stations including Mohol, Madha, Kurduvadi, Jeur, Daund, Pune, Kalyan, Thane and Dadar. With a maximum permissible speed of 130 km/h on select stretches, the train continues to be a vital and efficient transport link between Solapur and Mumbai, supporting both daily travel and regional connectivity. Looking Ahead Railway officials said the focus remains on improving passenger safety, comfort and service quality. As the Siddheshwar Express enters its next phase, it continues to play a significant role in connecting regions and supporting economic and social activity across Maharashtra.
09 April,2026 05:01 PM IST | Solapur | mid-day online correspondentThe Ministry of Civil Aviation on Thursday announced a 25 per cent reduction in landing and parking charges for domestic airlines for a period of three months, as part of efforts to ease operational costs amid global disruptions in aviation, officials said. The decision comes in the wake of rising crude prices triggered by the West Asia conflict, which has affected global air operations. Earlier, the government had capped the hike in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices for domestic carriers at 25 per cent, even as international fuel costs surged sharply. Speaking about the new measures, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said, “Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the primary focus of the government in the aviation sector has been to make flying a more affordable and convenient travel option for passengers. Even in the prevailing challenging situation, when global air operations are impacted, we have ensured that cancellations and rising fuel costs do not severely affect the operations of our domestic carriers. While ATF costs globally have risen by more than 100 per cent, we have passed on only a moderated increase capped at 25 per cent.” He added, “Now, with the ultimate aim of supporting airlines and, in turn, passengers, airfare increases are being further contained by reducing landing and parking charges levied by airport operators. This step is part of the Ministry’s overall effort to keep the aviation sector stable during this volatile period and to ensure ease of flying for passengers.” Move expected to ease operational costs for airlines and support affordable domestic travel The Airports Economic Regulatory Authority of India (AERA) has been directed to reduce landing and parking charges at all major airports under its purview by 25 per cent, with any under-recovery to be adjusted during tariff determination in the next five-year control period. The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has also been instructed to apply the same reduction at non-major airports. Officials said the measure is expected to reduce landing and parking charges payable by airlines at major airports by approximately Rs 400 crore during the three-month period. The ministry said it will continue to closely monitor the situation and take further steps if necessary to ensure the viability of domestic air operations and safe, affordable air travel for passengers.
09 April,2026 05:01 PM IST | New DelhiThe India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast mainly dry weather across Mumbai and the Konkan region on Thursday, but residents are likely to experience hot and humid conditions in isolated pockets on Thursday and Friday. According to the latest five-day district forecast issued by IMD’s Regional Meteorological Centre, dry conditions are expected on Thursday across Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg. Some areas in Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, and Ratnagiri are likely to experience a spell of hot and humid weather, which is expected to continue on Friday, extending to parts of Sindhudurg. The region is likely to return to dry conditions over the weekend, on April 12 and 13. Weather conditions in interior Maharashtra In interior Maharashtra, some districts in the Western Ghats and central regions may witness light rain or thundershowers. Dhule, Nashik (Ghats), Kolhapur, Sangli, and Solapur are likely to experience rain on Thursday, while similar activity is expected on Thursday in Sangli, Solapur, Latur, and Dharashiv. Meanwhile, the rest of Vidarbha and Marathwada regions are expected to remain dry, with no weather warnings issued. Temperatures across Maharashtra Maharashtra continued to witness largely dry weather on Thursday, with several regions recording above-normal maximum temperatures, according to the IMD's latest morning update at 8.30 am. Interior districts such as Sholapur (38.1 degrees Celsius), Jeur (37.5 degrees Celsius), Parbhani and Sangli (37.3 degrees Celsius each) emerged among the hottest locations, indicating a steady rise in daytime temperatures across central and southern parts of the state. Temperatures in coastal areas Coastal areas remained relatively moderate, with Mumbai recording 33.6 degrees Celsius at Colaba and 33.0 degrees Celsius at Santacruz, close to normal levels. Dahanu and Ratnagiri also saw milder conditions compared to interior regions. Night temperatures stayed comfortable in most places, ranging between 20 degrees Celsius and 25 degrees Celsius. Cooler conditions were observed in hill stations like Mahabaleshwar (17.2 degrees Celsius), while cities like Pune division and Marathwada recorded minimum temperatures slightly below normal. Humidity levels across Maharashtra Humidity levels remained high along the coast, particularly in Dahanu (78 per cent) and Mumbai (around 70–76 per cent) in the morning hours, while interior regions experienced comparatively drier conditions by evening. Overall, the state is expected to continue with dry weather, with no significant rainfall activity indicated and temperatures likely to remain steady or rise slightly in the coming days.
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