Devendra Fadnavis

Maharashtra political leadership developments

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated about 16 hours ago

Latest: Devendra Fadnavis, Thackeray brothers share stage in Mumbai

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has been active in both academic and political spheres. During a convocation at the Adani Institute of Higher Education and Research, Fadnavis received an Honorary Doctor of L

Tiger Shroff shooting and Bishnoi gang investigation

10 clusters · 161 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: Mumbai Police arrest 12th suspect in Tiger Shroff firing case

Following the October 18 shooting targeting actor Tiger Shroff’s vehicle in Mumbai’s Juhu area, the investigation has expanded, with authorities now detaining or arresting 12 individuals. The Mumbai Crime Branch is inves

Maharashtra drought impact on sugarcane production

3 clusters · 4 sources · last updated about 24 hours ago

Latest: Maharashtra sugar mills report high production for 2026-27 season

The 2026-27 sugarcane crushing season has commenced in Maharashtra, with 55 mills already operational as of mid-October. Despite an increase in total cultivation area, industry experts warn of a 20% to 25% decline in sug

Maharashtra FDA food safety and advertising crackdown

25 clusters · 78 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar FDA suspends licenses of eight food establishments

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration’s food‑safety drive, launched in early July 2026, has continued to expand its scope. After the July 9 suspension of the historic K. Rustom ice‑cream parlour in South Mumbai fo

Telangana state requests for central assistance

6 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Telangana declares 365 mandals drought-affected

The Telangana government has continued its efforts to secure central assistance for environmental, agricultural, and infrastructural needs. Following initial requests for disaster relief funds to mitigate rainfall defici

Abhijit Wanjari retains Nagpur Graduates MLC seat

2 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Abhijit Wanjari retains Nagpur MLC seat for Congress

Congress candidate and sitting MLC Abhijit Wanjari has retained the Nagpur Division Graduates’ constituency in the Maharashtra Legislative Council elections. Following an intense counting process lasting over 40 hours, W

Indian state Agniveer job reservation policies

4 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Assam government approves 12% job quota for ex-Agniveers

Several Indian state cabinets have approved reservation policies to provide employment for former Agniveers in state uniformed services. In Maharashtra, the cabinet approved a 10 per cent horizontal reservation for ex-Ag

Agricultural distress and relief in Maharashtra

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Yavatmal: Debt waiver for farmer's family and road construction funds proposed

In the Wardha district, approximately 213,739 farmers have suffered significant Kharif crop losses due to low rainfall and dry spells, affecting roughly 2.41 lakh hectares of land. Local authorities have requested 206.34

Maharashtra political audio clip investigation

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Maharashtra forms SIT to probe alleged ₹500 crore audio leak

A political controversy has emerged in Maharashtra following the release of a viral audio clip. The recording allegedly claims that Rs 500 crore was paid to Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil by Shiv Sena M

Maharashtra drought relief and agrarian crisis response

18 clusters · 46 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Maharashtra announces Rs 7,500 crore drought relief for farmers

Maharashtra continues to face a severe agrarian crisis following a significant rainfall deficit attributed to El Niño. The state has officially declared 265 out of 358 talukas as drought-affected, covering approximately

Maharashtra drought relief and political controversy

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Maharashtra political row erupts over alleged ₹500 crore payment

The Maharashtra government has initiated relief efforts for farmers affected by drought, though these measures have faced significant political scrutiny. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced interim financial aid o

Maharashtra FDA Commissioner enforcement controversy

9 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Maharashtra FDA conducts major food safety crackdown and legal challenge

Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has faced scrutiny following aggressive enforcement of food safety standards. Since taking office in May 2026, Mundhe has led widespread inspecti

Indian states recruiting former Agniveers into police

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Maharashtra to induct Agniveers into state police force

Several Indian states have implemented policies to integrate former Agniveers into their respective state police forces. In Gujarat, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi announced that former Agniveers from the Indian A

Nepal and Tibet floods: death toll rises and survivor found

18 clusters · 123 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Malaysia seeks assistance to locate 54 citizens missing in Nepal

The humanitarian crisis in the mountainous border regions of Nepal and Tibet has intensified following a glacial collapse and debris flow on August 26, 2026. Officials described the disaster as a “Himalayan tsunami,” cau

Allegations regarding Hardeep Singh Puri and Jeffrey Epstein

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: BJP accuses Rahul Gandhi of conspiring with foreign groups

Political controversy has emerged in India following the circulation of purported photographs on social media showing Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri with Jeffrey Epstein. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut challenge

Shiv Sena (UBT) economic and government critiques

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Shiv Sena (UBT) criticizes Mahayuti government's farmer relief

The Shiv Sena (UBT) has intensified its criticism of the Indian government regarding economic instability and insufficient relief measures. Initially, the party warned of a potential economic crisis in India, drawing co

Maharashtra festival noise and firecracker regulation

4 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Bombay High Court extends firecracker ban on public roads year-round

Authorities in Maharashtra are implementing restrictions on loud sound systems and laser lights ahead of the Ganeshotsav festival to manage noise pollution and public safety. In Nagpur, Police Commissioner Vishwas Nanga

Indian automotive and digital infrastructure development

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: India advances digital infrastructure and automotive manufacturing

The Indian automotive and industrial sectors are undergoing a technological transformation characterized by the integration of software, artificial intelligence, and advanced digital infrastructure. Initial developments

MPSC Drug Inspector recruitment paper leak scandal

9 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: MPSC aspirants end protest as Maharashtra forms inquiry panel into paper leaks

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) recruitment process for 154 Drug Inspector positions was cancelled following a major paper leak scandal involving the March 22 screening exam. Initial investigations by th

Nashik infrastructure preparations for Kumbh Mela

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Devendra Fadnavis inspects Nashik infrastructure for Kumbh Mela

The Nashik Municipal Corporation has initiated several urban management and infrastructure projects to prepare for the upcoming Singhastha Kumbh Mela. These efforts include the creation of a ‘Property Bank’ via a GIS sur

BJP campaigns for Narendra Modi’s public service milestone

12 clusters · 51 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Suvendu Adhikari launches Seva Jyoti Yatra in West Bengal

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has initiated a series of strategic campaigns to commemorate Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 25 years in public life, spanning his tenure from Chief Minister of Gujarat to his current role

India GDP growth debate continues amid IMF and Moody's nods

29 clusters · 183 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: World Bank raises growth forecasts for Africa and South Asia

India’s industrial and economic momentum accelerated through mid-2026, with the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) rising in June and July. By late August, MoSPI confirmed a 7.8% real GDP growth for the first quarter o

Mumbai Film City set fire

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Film City in Mumbai hit by fire at shooting sets

A fire broke out at a temporary shooting set in the Film City complex in Goregaon East, Mumbai, on the afternoon of October 5, 2026. The blaze, reported around 4:02 pm, affected various productions including ‘Pati Patni

Maharashtra student protests against MPSC irregularities

6 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: MPSC student protests prompt calls for government dialogue

Students in Pune and across Maharashtra have launched large-scale protests against the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC). The demonstrations are driven by concerns regarding exam pattern irregularities, seat r

India classical language preservation initiatives

2 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: India Ministry of Education approves five Centres of Excellence for classical languages

The Indian Ministry of Education has approved the establishment of five Centres of Excellence (CoEs) dedicated to the study, preservation, and digitization of classical languages. These centres are intended to strengthen