Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 was celebrated across India on Monday with fervour and devotion. From Pune and Mumbai to Bhopal, Goa and Ranchi, devotees welcomed Lord Ganesha with prayers, music and traditional festivities, while leaders also joined celebrations and offered prayers. (Pics/PTI)    

Madhya Pradesh government has raised moong procurement from 25 per cent to 60 per cent for eligible farmers, extended the procurement deadline to August 20, and suspended the fertiliser e-token system. The decision came after talks with farmer leaders, who subsequently ended their strike (Pics/PTI)