Maharashtra Desk

In a key organisational development, Sunetra Pawar has been unanimously elected as the national president of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). The decision was taken at the party’s national executive meeting, where senior leaders endorsed her elevation to the top post. Praful Patel Re-Elected as National Working President Senior leader Praful Patel  has been re-elected as the party’s national working president. Party sources said his continuation in the role reflects the

Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar faction) chief Sharad Pawar was discharged from a hospital in Pune on Wednesday morning (February 25, 2026), after being admitted for dehydration, party sources confirmed. Hospitalisation Due to Dehydration The veteran leader was admitted earlier this week after experiencing weakness linked to dehydration. Doctors monitored his condition closely and administered necessary treatment, including fluids and routine medical checks. Accordin

Opposition MLAs staged a protest at the Vidhan Bhavan, demanding the removal of Minister Dada Bhuse Zirwal amid allegations of bribery within his department. The protest intensified political tensions as legislators accused the government of shielding those responsible. Protest Inside Vidhan Bhavan Members of the opposition gathered inside the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly premises, raising slogans and calling for immediate action against the minister. They alleged that in

Pune : A 30-year-old labourer was arrested within hours of allegedly stealing gold jewellery from his mother’s house in Maharashtra, police said on Tuesday. The accused, identified as Prashant Bhamre, allegedly took advantage of his familiarity with the house to carry out the theft. According to officials, the incident came to light when the family discovered that gold ornaments kept in a cupboard were missing and immediately alerted the local police station. Steals Mother’s

Thane:  The Maharashtra Health Minister has promised stringent action against those involved in an alleged egg-donation racket in Thane, following a police crackdown that exposed the exploitation of young women under the guise of fertility procedures. The racket came to light after local police conducted a raid and uncovered an organised network that allegedly lured financially vulnerable women with promises of quick cash. According to investigators, victims were offered betw

Mumbai:  The Bombay High Court on Tuesday reserved its order on a petition filed by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi seeking to quash a criminal defamation case lodged against him over alleged remarks targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The complaint was filed by a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker, Mahesh Shrishrimal, who objected to Mr. Gandhi’s alleged references to the Prime Minister as “Choro Ke Sardar” and “Commander-in-Thief” during a political speech. The complainan

The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) has announced that toll refunds will be credited directly to FASTags of motorists affected by the massive 33-hour traffic congestion on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. A senior MSRDC official confirmed that approximately ₹5.16 crore will be refunded to vehicle owners who were stuck in the prolonged traffic jam. The refunds will be processed electronically and credited directly to the FASTags linked to the vehicles that pa

The Bombay High Court has overturned an earlier stay on the “fraud” classification attached to accounts linked to industrialist Anil Ambani in a banking dispute, paving the way for further proceedings in the matter. The case pertains to the decision by a consortium of banks to classify certain loan accounts as “fraud” following a forensic audit. The classification had been challenged, and an interim stay had previously been granted. However, in its recent order, the High Cour

The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Thane has awarded ₹28.68 lakh as compensation to a tailor and domestic help who suffered severe injuries in a road accident in 2018, resulting in permanent disability. According to the tribunal’s order, the woman sustained grave injuries that led to paralysis of both her lower limbs. Medical assessments placed her permanent physical disability at 80%. However, while determining compensation, the MACT assessed her functional disabil

Palghar, Maharashtra —  In a shocking incident of alleged gang violence, a man was brutally stabbed and stoned to death  in the Nalasopara area  of Palghar district late on Friday night, police officials confirmed on Saturday. Authorities have taken one suspect into custody , while a manhunt is underway for several o t hers  believed to be involved in the gruesome killing. 🕘 Incident Details According to police sources, the attack occurred in a locality of Nalasopara , a den

Mumbai/Singapore : Peak XV Partners has announced the closure of $1.3 billion across multiple funds focused on investments in India and the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, marking a significant milestone following its separation from Sequoia Capital. The fundraising includes capital earmarked for growth-stage and early-stage investments, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to backing startups across sectors such as technology, consumer internet, fintech, enterprise software, health

In a shocking incident in Maharashtra, a teenage boy has been arrested for allegedly killing his aunt with a bamboo stick and attempting to conceal her body inside a sofa-cum-bed at their residence, police said. Heated Argument Turns Fatal According to officials, the incident occurred following a heated argument between the teenager and his aunt at their home. During the altercation, the accused allegedly attacked her with a bamboo stick, inflicting fatal injuries. Investigat

Pune:  A 24-year-old man was allegedly run over and killed by a 17-year-old driving a luxury car in Pune , police said on Tuesday. The incident has once again raised serious concerns about underage driving and road safety. According to officials, the accident occurred late at night in a busy area of the city. The victim, identified as a 24-year-old local resident, was reportedly walking along the roadside when the high-end vehicle allegedly being driven by the minor rammed in

Pune:  Several women and children sustained minor injuries after a stampede broke out at Shivneri Fort  in Pune district during celebrations marking the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj . The incident occurred at the historic fort located in Junnar, where a large number of devotees and visitors had gathered to pay tribute on the occasion of Shivaji Jayanti. According to officials, overcrowding near a narrow passage allegedly led to panic after a railing report

Mumbai:  Celebrated Copenhagen-based chef Henrik Jyrk  recently made his first visit to India, bringing with him a refined Scandinavian sensibility and leaving with a deep appreciation for India’s culinary diversity. The chef curated an exclusive tasting menu at the iconic Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai , where he blended Nordic techniques with Indian inspirations. In an interaction on the sidelines of the event, Chef Jyrk spoke candidly about how Indian cuisine has broadened his c

Navi Mumbai/Satara:  In a chilling case that has shocked Maharashtra, a police constable from Navi Mumbai  allegedly strangled his friend inside a car over a suspected love triangle and later drove nearly 200 kilometres to Satara  to burn and dispose of the body. Police have arrested the constable along with three accomplices in connection with the murder. Called Victim on Pretext of Settlement According to Satara police officials, the accused constable called the victim to K

Pune/Mumbai : Political tensions escalated in Pune after an FIR was registered against Harshvardhan Sapkal amid a controversy linked to remarks on Tipu Sultan. The row triggered protests by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), with incidents of stone-throwing reported in parts of the city. FIR Registered Over Controversial Remarks Police confirmed that a First Information Report (FIR) has been filed against Sapkal following complaints that his statements allegedly hurt sentiment

A man who was critically injured after his scooter was hit by an SUV allegedly driven by a minor has succumbed to his injuries ten days after the accident. His wife, who was riding pillion at the time of the crash, remains in critical condition at a local hospital. Accident Took Place at Busy Intersection According to police, the incident occurred at a busy road junction when the SUV reportedly rammed into the couple’s scooter. Eyewitnesses said the impact was severe, throwin

State-run oil major in talks with Saudi Arabia and global players for Andhra Pradesh refinery project; focus remains on domestic fuel supply. New Delhi :State-owned Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) will continue to procure crude oil based purely on “techno-commercial” considerations despite evolving geopolitical developments, Chairman and Managing Director Sanjay Khanna said in an interaction. Khanna emphasised that BPCL’s sourcing strategy is driven by a mix of te

Parbhani: I n a dramatic political shift, Parbhani — once seen as a laboratory for religious polarisation during elections — has elected a Muslim leader as mayor from Shiv Sena (UBT), marking a significant departure from its past political narrative. The development is being viewed as symbolically powerful in a district where the phrase “Khan vs Ban” had once come to represent sharply polarised electoral contests along religious lines. Political observers say the latest mayor