Police in Beed, Maharashtra, have registered a case against two suspected Nepalese women for allegedly blackmailing a man with intimate video calls and extorting Rs 52 lakh. The victim claims the women used forged documents and might be part of a human trafficking syndicate.
Mercedes-Benz India has launched the Electric GLC 400 4MATIC, marking the first vehicle built on the MB.EA-M electric platform and locally assembled at its Chakan facility in Pune. The luxury EV, priced at 78.50 lakh, has already garnered significant interest with over 650 bookings and features advanced technology, impressive performance, and a long range.
Comedian Gaurav Gupta's brutally honest roast did not entertain contestants Scout OP and Love Gill. But that wasn't the only highlight of Bigg Boss 20's Diwali episode of Weekend Ka Vaar.
An Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholder from the UK has been booked by Pune Police for allegedly attempting to induce people to convert to Christianity. The individual is accused of using religious gatherings to spread misconceptions about Hindu traditions and make superstitious claims to attract followers, violating the Immigration and Foreigners Act 2025 and the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Act, 2026.
India's top-ranked tennis player, Vaishnavi Adkar, was defeated by Russia's Anastasia Zakharova in the second round of the Chennai Open singles. Adkar lost 3-6, 0-6, struggling against Zakharova's consistent play and powerful backhand. Meanwhile, Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi advanced to the doubles quarterfinals with her partner Shirvalli Bhamdipati, making her the sole Indian remaining in the singles draw.
Four members of a Nepal-based international gang, including a domestic maid, have been arrested in connection with the murder of a retired IPS officer's wife in Hyderabad in May. The gang allegedly smothered the victim during a robbery, then fled to Nepal, and was apprehended after extensive police tracking across multiple states.
SpiceJet passengers on a Delhi-Pune flight experienced significant discomfort due to an air conditioning issue on Tuesday, leading to an alternate aircraft being arranged. Social media videos showed passengers fanning themselves in the heat, though the airline claimed AC remained operational and attributed discomfort to prevailing weather.
Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) president Prashant Sutar has announced his candidature for the All India Tennis Association (AITA) vice-president's post, setting up a direct contest against tennis legend Leander Paes in the upcoming November 27 elections. Sutar emphasizes his vision for Indian tennis administration over individual stature.
FC Goa secured their first Indian Super League season victory, defeating Inter Kashi FC 2-1 in Pune on Sunday. Goals from Francisco Feuillassier and Christian Borrego sealed the win for the Gaurs, despite a temporary equalizer from Sumeet Passi for Inter Kashi. This marks Inter Kashi FC's third defeat of the campaign.
The Maharashtra Animal Husbandry Department plans to implement solar energy projects across its buildings and land to achieve zero electricity bills and generate revenue by selling surplus power. A MoU was signed with MAHAPREIT to prepare a Detailed Project Report, with pilot projects starting in Pune and Beed.
The Bombay High Court severely criticised the Maharashtra FDA for its "undue haste" and "high-handed" actions, forcing the regulator to withdraw orders against Cipla Pharma and five restaurants at the Mumbai Cricket Association premises. The court admonished the FDA for violating principles of natural justice and taking a "pedantic instead of pragmatic view," even threatening contempt action against officials.
Vaishnavi Adkar, India's women's tennis number one, is leveraging her distinctive heavy topspin forehand as a key weapon in her game. The 21-year-old, currently ranked 344, aims to break into the world's top 200, a goal she believes is achievable with her unique playing style and structured training. Her recent successes, including an ITF W100 final and a W35 title, highlight her rapid ascent in Indian tennis.
The 16th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship 2026 is set to begin in Pune, featuring 30 teams across three divisions. The tournament, running until August 23, will determine national champions and facilitate promotion and relegation between divisions, offering a crucial platform for young talent.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi urged girl students to "smash patriarchy" and criticised the "Manusmriti mindset" during an interaction in Pune, highlighting issues of sexual harassment, safety, and economic independence for women.
Out-of-favour opener Prithvi Shaw admits an India comeback is always on his mind but stresses the importance of staying in the present. He reflected on his current Ranji Trophy season with Maharashtra, where he has struggled for consistency despite two half-centuries. Shaw also spoke about his comfort with the Maharashtra team and the challenge of facing veteran pacer Mohammed Shami.
FC Goa and Bengaluru FC are set to clash in an Indian Super League match in Margao on Friday. Bengaluru FC, currently third in the standings, will aim to consolidate their position, while FC Goa, sixth, seeks to leverage home advantage after their recent win. The match promises an intense encounter with both teams looking to improve their league standing.
Counting of votes has commenced for Legislative Council seats across Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Karnataka, with significant political implications ahead of upcoming electoral battles. The elections saw varied turnouts and intense contests between ruling alliances and opposition parties.
'RRR and Heeramandi have come close to it, but have we had a true breakout like the Korean storytelling? Not yet. That is an opportunity.'
A Vadodara family is desperately searching for their missing African grey parrot, Laddu, who flew away on October 31. They have announced a reward of Rs 1 lakh for anyone who can help find their beloved pet, whom they consider a son. The family is concerned as Laddu cannot feed himself and has been missing for several days.
Bengal is on the verge of a hat-trick of victories in the Ranji Trophy, having reduced hosts Kerala to 53 for 4 in pursuit of a 355-run target on day three. Veteran off-spinner Jalaj Saxena and left-arm spinner Pradipta Pramanik were key performers for Bengal. Meanwhile, other Ranji matches saw Gujarat take a lead against Maharashtra, and rain affecting games involving Delhi and Odisha.
6 out of 10 flyers had experienced higher baggage weights at airport check-in than at home.
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended licenses of 19 food businesses and seized food articles worth over Rs 9 crore during a special festive-season drive. This included Patanjali cow ghee from a super distributor due to suspected misbranding and adulteration. The drive also led to seizures from other major retailers and manufacturers, with 13 FIRs registered and 16 arrests. Additionally, the FSSAI issued show-cause notices to several companies, including Tata 1mg and Amazon, over alleged labelling and advertising violations.
Ayush Badoni struck his second successive century, sharing an unbeaten 124-run stand with Sumit Mathur to lift Delhi from 181/5 to 309/5 against Jharkhand on Day One.
Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Kllenius believes India is poised to become a significant manufacturing and export hub for the luxury carmaker, citing the country's growing market, supplier ecosystem, and engineering capabilities. The company also anticipates electric vehicles (EVs) will constitute a substantial 20% of its India sales by 2027.
Bengal secured a dominant 287-run victory over Kerala in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match, largely due to spinner Pradipta Pramanik's maiden 10-wicket match haul and Shahbaz Ahmed's all-round brilliance. This win solidified Bengal's top position in the group. Other matches saw Maharashtra secure three points against Gujarat and two matches, Delhi vs Jharkhand and Odisha vs Services, end in draws due to rain caused by Cyclone Arnab.
The Bombay High Court has quashed a 2016 FIR against a teacher and college management in connection with the drowning of 14 students off Murud beach. The court ruled that the victims were adults capable of understanding the consequences of their actions and found no gross negligence by the teachers. It also called for better implementation of safety norms at beaches.
'We connected because both us were passionate about films and photography. From those days, he was into tech and geeky stuff. We used to watch movies at his house.'
Taking suo motu cognisance of the incident in which three murder accused were tied to the bonnet of a police vehicle and paraded through parts of Pune, the Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission has issued notices to the state government and senior police officials.
Rohan Jangam, an Indian triathlete, successfully completed the Ironman Cascais event in Portugal on October 17, finishing the gruelling 226 km race in 14 hours and 40 minutes after a year of dedicated training.
Three individuals, including a minor, allegedly involved in the firing incident at actor Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai, were detained in Kota, Rajasthan. Police intercepted them on a train, revealing a connection to an alleged associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and a plan to flee to Nepal. Mumbai Police are now taking custody of the suspects for further investigation.
Delhi captain Ayush Badoni scored an unbeaten 210, his second consecutive double century in first-class cricket, against Jharkhand in the Ranji Trophy. This achievement places him alongside Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir in an elite list of batters. Badoni's monumental innings, alongside Sumit Mathur's 150 not out, helped Delhi declare at 515, putting them in a strong position.
Twenty individuals were arrested in Lonavala, Maharashtra, for operating an illegal call centre that defrauded foreign nationals. The accused impersonated representatives of companies like Amazon and Google, threatening victims with fake drug cases to extract banking details and money.
Bengal secured a 60-run victory over Services in a Ranji Trophy Group C match, powered by Pradipta Pramanik's four-wicket haul. Elsewhere, Delhi established a significant lead against Gujarat, while Maharashtra built a massive first-innings advantage over Jharkhand with centuries from Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ankit Bawne, and Digvijay Patil.
India's Aditya Bhandarkar has taken a two-shot lead after the second round of the PGTI Qualifying School in Ahmedabad. Bhandarkar, who was tied sixth overnight, shot a three-under 69 to reach a total of four-under 140. Md Siddikur Rahman, Joysurjo Dey, and Vedant Sirohi are tied for second. The halfway cut was made at 12-over 156, with 80 players advancing.
Middle-order batter Sarfaraz Khan has voiced his frustration and bitterness after his consistent domestic performances and improved fitness have not led to a recall to the Indian Test team. He questioned the motivation to work hard when efforts don't translate into national selection, particularly highlighting his strong performances in intra-squad matches abroad and the team's perceived preference for him only in home Test conditions.
The Bombay High Court has orally questioned the Maharashtra government and police regarding Parth Pawar's 99% stake in Amadea Enterprises LLP, which acquired a 40-acre government land parcel in Pune's Mundhwa area at a significantly discounted price. The court highlighted that while a 1% shareholder was accused, the probe was silent on Parth Pawar, son of Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar, despite his majority holding. The controversial deal, involving a Rs 300 crore transaction and alleged stamp duty exemption, has already seen a Pune civil court order the cancellation of the sale deed.
The NDA alliance secured 16 out of 28 legislative council seats across four states, while the Congress managed to win only one seat. The Samajwadi Party made significant gains in Uttar Pradesh, and the Jan Suraaj Party opened its account in Bihar. The results show mixed fortunes for major parties, with notable setbacks for the BJP in Nagpur and the Congress in Karnataka.
Goa Police have arrested two men, Sagar Prakash Dholvi and Ajinkya Ravindra Abhang, from Maharashtra for allegedly defrauding a senior citizen of Rs 39.01 lakh through a fraudulent online investment scheme. The accused lured the victim via WhatsApp, showed fictitious profits, and then stopped responding after demanding more payments. Police have secured Rs 23.12 lakh belonging to the complainant and advise caution against such schemes.
14-year-old Jensi Kanabar, a wildcard entry, made a significant impact at the WTA 250 Chennai Open, pushing a higher-ranked opponent to three sets. Her inspiring journey is largely due to the unwavering dedication of her father, Dipakbhai Kanabar, who sacrificed his career to support her tennis dreams, building a network of support and even arranging practice facilities. Her achievements have been recognised in her hometown, with a tennis court named in her honour.
East Bengal FC delivered a powerful performance, defeating Inter Kashi 5-1 in an Indian Super League match. Ake Loba scored a brace, supported by goals from Dani Ramirez, PV Vishnu, and Lukasz Zwolinski, securing a comprehensive victory for the Torchbearers.
