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Father demands arrests in IIT-Bombay student suicide case
The father of a deceased IIT-Bombay student is demanding the arrest of individuals he holds responsible for his son's suicide.
Maharashtra to hire 220 forensic experts for three years
The Maharashtra government has approved the contractual hiring of 220 forensic experts to address the backlog of pending cases in cyber and audio evidence laboratories.
Aaditya Thackeray questions BMC's flood management plan for Mumbai
Aaditya Thackeray criticizes the BMC's proposed flood management plan for Mumbai, advocating for greater emphasis on climate resilience and nature-based solutions.

IIT Bombay to replace ceiling fans with wall-mounted fans
IIT Bombay is installing wall-mounted fans in hostels following the death of a student.
Mumbai Metro: 198 farmers to get developed plots for car shed
The Maharashtra cabinet has approved the allotment of developed plots to 198 farmers whose land was acquired for a metro car shed in Thane.

Maharashtra FDA suspends license of Mumbai's Olympia Coffee House
Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration suspended the licenses of three food establishments in Mumbai, including the Olympia Coffee House, due to severe health and hygiene violations.
Hindustani Classical Musician Indudhar Nirody Passes Away
Eminent Hindustani classical musician Indudhar Nirody has passed away at the age of 91.
Officers visit areca godowns, ask merchants not to use chemicals during processing
Officials in Shivamogga inspected areca nut godowns to prevent the use of chemicals during processing.
Congress seeks inquiry into 2.06 crore voter roll exclusions in Maharashtra
The Maharashtra Congress has requested an inquiry into the removal of over 20 million voters from the state's electoral rolls during a special revision period.

Devendra Fadnavis announces record increase in MPSC recruitment posts
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a significant increase in MPSC recruitment vacancies and potential reforms to the examination format.
Auction of State Government Securities
Seven Indian states are scheduled to auction state government securities totaling ₹16,750 crore on September 22, 2026.

Sharad Pawar flags Tata Sons board decisions, says Tata Trusts’ rights must be respected
Sharad Pawar has raised concerns about recent board decisions at Tata Sons, asserting that the institutional rights of Tata Trusts must be respected.

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces action plan for drought relief
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announces the upcoming issuance of an official notification regarding drought conditions and relief measures in the state.

Rainfall deficit and drought risk assessment in Maharashtra districts
Recent rainfall patterns in Maharashtra are being analyzed to determine if they have alleviated rain deficits and drought risks across the state.

Election Commission announces Legislative Council election dates for four Indian states
The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for biennial Legislative Council elections in Bihar, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh.
IMD Issues Yellow Alert For Heavy Rains In Maharashtra
The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for heavy rain and thunderstorms across several regions in Maharashtra.
The Schools of India to host education conference in Khopoli
The Schools of India organization is hosting an education conference in Khopoli, Maharashtra, from October 30 to November 1.

Uttar Pradesh to Gujarat: how job crisis differs in India’s poll-bound states
An analysis of Time Use Survey 2024 data reveals significant regional disparities in youth employment and job quality across India's poll-bound states.

SFI begins indefinite sit-in protest at Savitribai Phule Pune University
The Students’ Federation of India (SFI) has initiated an indefinite sit-in protest at Savitribai Phule Pune University to oppose a 10 rupee increase in campus meal costs.

100% drought likely to be declared in Maharashtra by month-end
Maharashtra Minister Babasaheb Patil stated that the state government is likely to declare a 100% drought by the end of September due to severe rainfall deficits.
Bombay High Court initiates suo motu PIL over Ganesh festival noise
The Bombay High Court has initiated a suo motu public interest litigation regarding noise pollution during the Ganesh festival.

Qualified Professors in Maharashtra Face Job Insecurity and Hourly Wage System
Many qualified professors in Maharashtra are working on an hourly basis instead of full-time employment despite holding NET, SET, or PhD qualifications.

Storm conditions in Bay of Bengal; what is the risk to Maharashtra
A low-pressure area over the northwest Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into a deep depression.

Baby cockroach found on dinner table at five-star hotel
A cardiologist reported finding a cockroach on his dinner table at a 5-star hotel restaurant in Mumbai.

SC issues notice on plea to club FIRs in biryani controversy
The Supreme Court has issued notices to the governments of Maharashtra, Haryana, and the Union regarding a plea to consolidate multiple FIRs against comedian Pranit More over controversial remarks made during his show.

Rising Costs in Indian Private Hospitals Exclude Patients from Care
A government committee in India has highlighted the growing unaffordability of private healthcare as the sector faces rapid expansion and commercialization.
Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation to introduce 200 Volvo buses
Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation is adding 200 luxury Volvo buses to its fleet to better compete with private transport providers.
Central Railway recovers 140 crore from ticketless travel crackdown
Central Railway collected over 140 crore rupees in fines from 18 lakh ticketless travelers during a five-month period.

How much will the retreating monsoon rain in your area?
The retreat of the southwest monsoon has begun from western Rajasthan and conditions are favorable for rain in Maharashtra over the next few days.

Woman hit by car after objecting to men drinking in public
Two men in Pune were arrested for allegedly hitting a woman with their car after she objected to them drinking in a public field.