News for 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj'

Maha hospital reports 18 deaths in 24 hrs, govt orders probe

Maha hospital reports 18 deaths in 24 hrs, govt orders probe

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

Eighteen patients have died in the last 24 hours at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Hospital in Kalwa in Thane, civic commissioner Abhijit Bangar said on Sunday.

Hindu seer, 5 right wing leaders booked for hate speeches in Pune

Hindu seer, 5 right wing leaders booked for hate speeches in Pune

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

The Pune police registered a case against Hindu seer Kalicharan Maharaj, right-wing leader Milind Ekbote and four others for allegedly making inflammatory speeches during an event in Pune and hurting religious sentiments, officials said on Wednesday.

Bombay HC gives time till Tuesday noon to Jarange, supporters to vacate city streets

Bombay HC gives time till Tuesday noon to Jarange, supporters to vacate city streets

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

The Bombay high court on Monday said the entire city has been brought to a standstill due to the ongoing Maratha quota agitation led by activist Manoj Jarange, and the protest has not been peaceful and violated all conditions.

Champions Trophy test: Can Kohli, Rohit deliver?

Champions Trophy test: Can Kohli, Rohit deliver?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

India's cricket team has embarked on a journey to Dubai for the upcoming Champions Trophy, aiming to secure another global trophy after their T20 World Cup triumph last June.

24 die at Maha hospital in 1 day, including 12 infants

24 die at Maha hospital in 1 day, including 12 infants

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Twenty-four deaths, including that of 12 infants, have been reported in the last 24 hours in a government hospital in Nanded, a top Maharashtra health official said on Monday.

Maratha quota talks fail, Jarange targets Fadnavis again

Maratha quota talks fail, Jarange targets Fadnavis again

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Talks between Maratha quota agitation leader Manoj Jarange and a government delegation ended without a resolution in Mumbai. Jarange criticized the Chief Minister and vowed to continue his hunger strike, demanding a 10% quota for Marathas under the OBC category.

Missing Thackerays And A Bulldozer At Marathi School

Missing Thackerays And A Bulldozer At Marathi School

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

If the Thackerays don't save a Marathi school in their backyard, who will, wonders Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Olympic medalist's father disappointed with Maha Govt

Olympic medalist's father disappointed with Maha Govt

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The father of Paris Olympics shooting bronze medallist Swapnil Kusale on Monday expressed disappointment over the Maharashtra government paying a prize money of Rs 2 crore to his son, saying Haryana doles out much higher amount for its athletes.

Will introspect and rebuild the party: Supriya Sule

Will introspect and rebuild the party: Supriya Sule

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar working president Supriya Sule has said her party, which won just 10 seats in the Maharashtra assembly elections, will introspect over the poll results and pledged to work towards a capable, inclusive and progressive state.

NCP to support candidate chosen by Shiv Sena in RS polls: Pawar

NCP to support candidate chosen by Shiv Sena in RS polls: Pawar

Rediff.com22 May 2022

The BJP can win two Rajya Sabha seats with the number of MLAs it has, while the ruling allies Shiv Sena, Congress and NCP in Maharashtra can win a seat each.

Pawar launches counter attack after Modi diatribe

Pawar launches counter attack after Modi diatribe

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

Nationalist Congress Party president Sharad Pawar on Monday came down heavily on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, after the latter targeted him during poll rallies in Maharashtra.

Uddhav-led cabinet okays renaming Aurangabad, Osmanabad

Uddhav-led cabinet okays renaming Aurangabad, Osmanabad

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

As the fate of the Maharashtra government hangs in balance, the state cabinet on Wednesday approved the renaming of Aurangabad city as Sambhajinagar, and that of Osmanabad city as Dharashiv.

No Muslim in India descendant of Aurangzeb: Fadnavis

No Muslim in India descendant of Aurangzeb: Fadnavis

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

'ow can Aurangzeb be our leader? Our king is only one and that is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj'

Ready For Moana 2 On OTT?

Ready For Moana 2 On OTT?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Allu Arjun's biggest blockbuster, Satyajit Ray's story and Spidey's exciting new avatar, Sukanya Verma lists her recommendations on OTT this week.

Maha leaders rebuke BJP MP Dubey's 'patak patak ke...' dare

Maha leaders rebuke BJP MP Dubey's 'patak patak ke...' dare

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

"I feel no one can reject the contribution of Maharashtra and Marathi people in the history and present of the country. If someone is rejecting it, then I feel it is wrong," Fadnavis said.

'Next 48 hours crucial': 10 dead, hundreds displaced as rain lash Maha

'Next 48 hours crucial': 10 dead, hundreds displaced as rain lash Maha

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Heavy rains in Maharashtra have caused floods, road blockages, and widespread damage, resulting in casualties and displacement. The state government is monitoring the situation and coordinating rescue efforts.

Mumbai imposes 7-day home quarantine for flyers from high-risk nations

Mumbai imposes 7-day home quarantine for flyers from high-risk nations

Rediff.com4 Dec 2021

'An RT-PCR test will be conducted after seven days and necessary steps will be taken accordingly'

Non-bailable warrant against Raj Thackeray in 14-yr-old case

Non-bailable warrant against Raj Thackeray in 14-yr-old case

Rediff.com3 May 2022

In 2008, Thackeray was booked under Sections 109 and 117 (abetment of offence) of the Indian Penal Code for allegedly making inflammatory speeches.

Structural auditor held for Mumbai foot overbridge collapse

Structural auditor held for Mumbai foot overbridge collapse

Rediff.com18 Mar 2019

Neerajkumar Desai's firm had reportedly carried out the structural audit of the bridge and declared it safe for use despite some corrosion in the structure, police said.

Movies COMING UP In 2025

Movies COMING UP In 2025

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

In this multi-part series, Joginder Tuteja brings us the theatrical releases of 2025.

1 lakh cases of love jihad, vote jihad in 14 LS seats: Fadnavis

1 lakh cases of love jihad, vote jihad in 14 LS seats: Fadnavis

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Addressing a public event in Kolhapur city on Monday evening, Fadnavis pointed out instances wherein women were tricked into inter-faith marriage and subsequently abandoned after they gave birth to children.

Mumbai: After the lockdown

Mumbai: After the lockdown

Rediff.com22 Mar 2020

Scenes from a deserted Mumbai, something that most of us have never seen.

Day 3 of quota stir: Jarange threatens to give up water

Day 3 of quota stir: Jarange threatens to give up water

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Manoj Jarange's protest for Maratha quota at Mumbai's Azad Maidan enters its third day. Jarange is demanding 10% quota for Marathas and recognition as Kunbis. Maharashtra ministers suggest the community avail the existing EWS quota.

4 killed after falling off overcrowded local trains in Thane

4 killed after falling off overcrowded local trains in Thane

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The incident occurred between Diva and Kopar railway stations when the overcrowded train was going towards Kasara, an official said.

Won't let go even 1 inch: Karnataka CM on border dispute with Maha

Won't let go even 1 inch: Karnataka CM on border dispute with Maha

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

The Karnataka legislative assembly on Monday passed a unanimous resolution condemning the recent defacing of Shivaji Maharaj and Sangolli Rayanna's statues and burning of Kannada flag, and said such incidents will be considered as an act of sedition and strict action will be taken against those involved under 'Goonda Act.'

Mumbai local train's wheel catches fire, no one hurt

Mumbai local train's wheel catches fire, no one hurt

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

The wheel of a running local train caught fire near Asangaon station in Maharashtra's Thane district on Thursday morning, with officials saying it happened due to "brake binding" and no passenger was injured.

Tributes paid to martyrs on 26/11 attacks

Tributes paid to martyrs on 26/11 attacks

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

Maharashtra Governor Ramesh Bais and Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday paid floral tributes to the martyrs who laid down their lives while fighting terrorists who attacked the metropolis on this day 15 years ago.

Heavy rain paralyses Mumbai; train services suspended

Heavy rain paralyses Mumbai; train services suspended

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Heavy rains caused severe waterlogging, traffic jams, and disruptions to local train services in Mumbai. Schools and colleges were closed due to a 'red alert' issued by the IMD.

Cyclone Tauktae: Mumbai airport, sea-link closed

Cyclone Tauktae: Mumbai airport, sea-link closed

Rediff.com17 May 2021

India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for Mumbai, warning of very heavy rains at isolated places with strong winds on Monday as cyclone Tauktae is likely to pass close to the Mumbai coast.

'Marathoners don't get respect'

'Marathoners don't get respect'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

'The marathon is run at a certain pace. It's not easy.'

26/11 survivor who identified Kasab seeks death for Rana

26/11 survivor who identified Kasab seeks death for Rana

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Devika Rotawan, a survivor of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, has demanded the death penalty for Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused extradited from the US. Rotawan, a key witness in the case, identified terrorist Mohammed Ajmal Kasab in court during the trial. She believes the extradition is a "big win" for India and called for further action against other conspirators in Pakistan.

Uddhav aide booked for assaulting civic employee

Uddhav aide booked for assaulting civic employee

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

The Mumbai Police on Tuesday registered a first information report (FIR) against Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray MLC and former Maharashtra minister Anil Parab and four others for allegedly assaulting and threatening a civic engineer, an official said.

PM inaugurates underground museum of freedom fighters in Mumbai

PM inaugurates underground museum of freedom fighters in Mumbai

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

The gallery has come up in a British-era bunker, discovered in the Raj Bhavan campus in south Mumbai in August 2016 during the tenure of the then-Governor C Vidyasagar Rao.

At Dussehra rallies, Uddhav, Shinde spar over Hindutva

At Dussehra rallies, Uddhav, Shinde spar over Hindutva

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

The respective Dussehra rallies of Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and and Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray chief Uddhav Thackeray were once again about whose version of Hindutva is genuine and who is the true inheritor of party patriarch Bala Thackeray's legacy.

India Celebrates Diwali

India Celebrates Diwali

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Indian Army soldiers posted along the Line of Control in Akhnoor light candles on Dhanteras.

Mr Avengers is in India, folks!

Mr Avengers is in India, folks!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2019

Has Thanos killed all the superheroes? *This* man has the answer!

Envoy says Russia working on safe passage for Indians

Envoy says Russia working on safe passage for Indians

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Russia on Wednesday said it was working "intensely" to create a "humanitarian corridor" for safe passage to Russian territory for Indians stuck in Kharkiv, Sumy and other conflict zones in Ukraine.

Gandhi family not biased towards Kharge: Tharoor

Gandhi family not biased towards Kharge: Tharoor

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

Speaking to media after meeting party functionaries at Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee office in Mumbai, the former diplomat also said his aim was to make Congress stronger before the 2024 polls.

ED grills Sharad Pawar's MLA grandnephew for 11 hrs

ED grills Sharad Pawar's MLA grandnephew for 11 hrs

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

NCP MP Supriya Sule and other party leaders accompanied the 38-year-old legislator till the entrance of the probe agency's office.

82 cases of new strain of COVID-19 in India: Govt

82 cases of new strain of COVID-19 in India: Govt

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

All the people who have tested positive for the new variant of the virus were kept in single-room isolation at designated healthcare facilities by the respective state governments, the ministry had earlier said.