News for 'Western Maharashtra'

Maha polls likely after Diwali, says EC; MVA slams delay

Maha polls likely after Diwali, says EC; MVA slams delay

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Kumar also hinted that the Maharashtra elections could be held after Diwali.

Lord Ram was a non-vegetarian: NCP leader sparks row

Lord Ram was a non-vegetarian: NCP leader sparks row

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

'Where would a person living in the forest for 14 years go to find vegetarian food? Is it correct or not (question to the public)? Tell me when I am telling the truth'

Just Who Was Mahatma Phule?

Just Who Was Mahatma Phule?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

The latest biopic on Jyotibai Phule has come at a time when the Department of Taking Offence is super-active. Utkarsh Mishra feels it will be interesting to see if it portrays his attack on Brahminism in the same 'no holds barred' manner-- and, if it does, what reaction it provokes.

Centre to give Rs 1,208 crore to drought-hit Maharashtra

Centre to give Rs 1,208 crore to drought-hit Maharashtra

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

The state is struggling to provide drinking water to thousands of people.

Why Kerala Opposes Sand Sea Mining

Why Kerala Opposes Sand Sea Mining

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

If as critics point out, the environmental impact assessment study was commissioned only after the auction process got underway with not all the stakeholders getting to know of it, then the government has already compromised the trust it could have enjoyed with Kerala's public including its coastal communities, points out Shyam G Menon.

Ahmednagar to be renamed after Ahilyadevi Holkar, announces Maha CM

Ahmednagar to be renamed after Ahilyadevi Holkar, announces Maha CM

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Earlier, Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said at the function that he would request CM Shinde to rename Ahmednagar city as Ahilyanagar'.

'I can finish off Lawrence Bishnoi's network in 24 hrs'

'I can finish off Lawrence Bishnoi's network in 24 hrs'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Bihar MP Pappu Yadav said he could 'finish off within 24 hours' the network of Lawrence Bishnoi who is suspected to be behind the assassination of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddiqui.

24K cops, drones to be deployed in Mumbai for Ganesh immersion

24K cops, drones to be deployed in Mumbai for Ganesh immersion

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

In view of the possible traffic snarls, as faithful throng roads in large numbers to witness the immersion processions, the city police will create a 'green corridor' for seamless movement of vehicles and connectivity between eastern and western suburbs, he said.

Budding wrestler dies of heart attack hours after bout

Budding wrestler dies of heart attack hours after bout

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

He hailed from Pandharpur in Solapur district.

Mankind plans 2nd division in W Maharashtra

Mankind plans 2nd division in W Maharashtra

Rediff.com11 Apr 2006

With a sales turnover of Rs 350 crore in 2005 year, Mankind Pharma holds 21st position in the domestic pharmaceutical business.

Maharashtra resolution on border row irresponsible, anti-federal: Bommai

Maharashtra resolution on border row irresponsible, anti-federal: Bommai

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

He also expressed confidence about getting justice in the Supreme Court, as Karnataka's stand on the issue is both legal and constitutional.

Low pressure over Arabian Sea could see Maharashtra drenched for two days

Low pressure over Arabian Sea could see Maharashtra drenched for two days

Rediff.com15 Oct 2020

Low pressure over south-central Maharashtra and south Konkan is likely to move over the Arabian Sea and intensify into a depression in the next 48 hours, the India meteorological department said on Thursday. Under the influence of this cyclonic circulation, heavy rains are expected over the ghat areas of Maharashtra, Konkan and south Gujarat during the next two days, the IMD said.

'It's A Sad Ending For The BSP'

'It's A Sad Ending For The BSP'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'BSP will remain a player, but only a marginal player, as long as the BJP is extremely dominant in North India politics.'

You are now at the right place: Amit Shah to Ajit Pawar

You are now at the right place: Amit Shah to Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday shared the dais with Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar at an event in Pune and said the latter is now at the 'right place after a long time', but 'came very late'.

Team Shinde MLAs have started revolting: Sena UBT MP

Team Shinde MLAs have started revolting: Sena UBT MP

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Some MLAs (from Shinde bloc) have been sending messages that they want to "seek forgiveness from 'Matoshree'.

Day after Bommai appeal, Maharashtra ministers decide to skip Belagavi visit

Day after Bommai appeal, Maharashtra ministers decide to skip Belagavi visit

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Maharashtra ministers Chandrakant Patil and Shambhuraj Desai, appointed for coordinating the state's border dispute with Karnataka, are unlikely to visit Belagavi on Tuesday as both have various meetings scheduled in Maharashtra during the day.

No response to 26/11, but it won't be the case anymore: Jaishankar

No response to 26/11, but it won't be the case anymore: Jaishankar

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

"We should not have a repeat of what happened in Mumbai. That there was a terror attack and there was no response," Jaishankar told reporters in Mumbai.

IMD issues warning as rains inundate parts of Mumbai

IMD issues warning as rains inundate parts of Mumbai

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Incessant rains with intermittent spells of moderate to heavy showers since Friday morning have slowed down public transport services and traffic in Mumbai.

Navlakha owes Rs 1.64 cr towards house arrest security: NIA in SC

Navlakha owes Rs 1.64 cr towards house arrest security: NIA in SC

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Senior advocate Nitya Ramakrishnan, appearing for Navlakha, contested the figure of Rs 1.64 crore saying the agency's calculation of the amount payable was wrong and contrary to the relevant rules.

Mumbai gets 100 mm rainfall in 10 hrs; rail, air traffic hit

Mumbai gets 100 mm rainfall in 10 hrs; rail, air traffic hit

Rediff.com21 Jul 2024

Flight operations at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport were suspended twice for a brief period due to inclement weather and low visibility, a source said.

Maha CM Thackeray visits flood-affected Raigad

Maha CM Thackeray visits flood-affected Raigad

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

He also said that a policy would be formulated for management of water as parts of the state, especially the western Maharashtra region, witnesses floods during monsoon due to rise in river water levels.

Probe finds 1700 kg meow-meow to be sent to London via food packets

Probe finds 1700 kg meow-meow to be sent to London via food packets

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

The police have so far seized approximately 1,700 kg of mephedrone from Pune and a couple of locations in Delhi.

Women achievers to run Modi's social media on Int'l Women's Day

Women achievers to run Modi's social media on Int'l Women's Day

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that he will hand over his social media accounts to women achievers from different walks of life to mark International Women's Day on March 8. In his monthly "Mann Ki Baat" address, Modi said these successful women will talk about their work and experience on his social media accounts. He also renewed his appeal to people to take measures to deal with the growing problem of obesity and encouraged people to visit research laboratories or planetariums to mark National Science Day on February 28. Modi highlighted India's progress in space science and artificial intelligence, and emphasized the importance of celebrating and respecting the indomitable spirit of women. He also spoke about the diversity of India's wildlife and the importance of conservation efforts.

Mumbai traffic back on track after heavy rains, woman drowns

Mumbai traffic back on track after heavy rains, woman drowns

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The Mumbai civic body and police have advised all people in the city and surrounding areas to stay indoors as much as possible.

Delhi Gets Ready To House New MPs

Delhi Gets Ready To House New MPs

Rediff.com27 May 2024

'We don't have a say which MP stays where. We prepare everything and allot according to the list we get from Parliament.'

Thousands bid farewell to BSF jawan from Maharashtra

Thousands bid farewell to BSF jawan from Maharashtra

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

Border Security Force jawan Nitin Subhash Koli was killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistani troops in the Macchil sector along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir.

J&K's Ranji Victories Have Stunned India

J&K's Ranji Victories Have Stunned India

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Facing Kerala in the quarter-finals in Pune from February 8, J&K will be looking to script history as they aim to make it to the Ranji Trophy semi-finals for the first time ever.

Cyclone Biparjoy heads towards Gujarat-Maharashtra coasts

Cyclone Biparjoy heads towards Gujarat-Maharashtra coasts

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

A depression over the southeast Arabian Sea, south of Porbandar in Gujarat, is likely to move northwestward and intensify into a cyclonic storm, the India Meteorological Department said on Tuesday.

Bhima Koregaon inquiry panel to summon Sharad Pawar

Bhima Koregaon inquiry panel to summon Sharad Pawar

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

The case pertains to alleged inflammatory speeches made at the 'Elgar Parishad' conclave held in Pune on December 31, 2017, which, the police claimed, triggered violence the next day near the Koregaon-Bhima war memorial located on the outskirts of the western Maharashtra city.

Erred in trusting some people: Sharad Pawar in Nashik

Erred in trusting some people: Sharad Pawar in Nashik

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

Pawar reminded PM Modi of his recent remarks about 'corruption' of NCP leaders, and asked him to act against those who are guilty.

Central Railway trains come to a halt in rain-hit Mumbai

Central Railway trains come to a halt in rain-hit Mumbai

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

A senior railway official noted that waterlogging at the new location between Bhandup and Nahur led to the suspension of local services on the Main Line from 5:15 am.

2025: 13 Least Explored Places In India

2025: 13 Least Explored Places In India

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

A list of lesser-travelled destinations in India that you must explore this year!

Exercising caution on reopening places of worship: Maha CM

Exercising caution on reopening places of worship: Maha CM

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

Thackeray's comments came in the wake of demands from the main opposition Bharatiya Janata Party and other parties that places of worship be re-opened since coronavirus-enforced restrictions are being eased under the 'Unlock' process.

'Risk Of Such Disasters Has Increased In The Last 10 Years'

'Risk Of Such Disasters Has Increased In The Last 10 Years'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

'Heavy rains are not the primary reason for landslides in Wayanad.' 'There are all sorts of (human) intervention going on in that area.'

Former Maharashtra Ranji player Gawli dies

Former Maharashtra Ranji player Gawli dies

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

Former Maharashtra Ranji player Shekhar Gawli died after falling in a 250-feet deep gorge in Nashik district, police said on Wednesday. Gawli, 45, who played two first class matches for Maharashtra, went for trekking in the Western Ghat mountains of Igatpuri hill station in Nashik along with some of his friends on Tuesday evening.

Heavy rains forecast for Mumbai, parts of Maharashtra and Gujarat on Thursday

Heavy rains forecast for Mumbai, parts of Maharashtra and Gujarat on Thursday

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

Mumbai, its satellite cities, north and central Maharashtra and south Gujarat received rains on Wednesday owing to a low-pressure area in the Arabian Sea and a western disturbance, the India meteorological department said.

Urban Realtors Ride Redevelopment Bandwagon

Urban Realtors Ride Redevelopment Bandwagon

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

15 to 25 per cent of property registrations in Mumbai come from redevelopment, with over 3,500 projects approved by May 2024.

Why Wayanad's Landslide Survivors Are Protesting

Why Wayanad's Landslide Survivors Are Protesting

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

In the months immediately following the 2024 tragedy, reporting on the landslide per se had been a straightforward affair. On one side was death and destruction. On the other side, survivors and the business of survival. It was black and white. What direction to take was clear. Rehabilitation in comparison, felt like a complex situation. One that is fraught with shades of grey. As grey as human life, explains Shyam G Menon.

Red alert as Mumbai battered with 10 cm rain in 5 hours, schools shut

Red alert as Mumbai battered with 10 cm rain in 5 hours, schools shut

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The India meteorological department (IMD) on Wednesday evening issued a red alert for Mumbai and its neighbouring districts, predicting "extremely heavy rainfall".

'We Sometimes Underestimate Our Parents'

'We Sometimes Underestimate Our Parents'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'But when we actually express ourselves, sometimes our parents can surprise us, because they just love their children.' 'Sometimes it's just that simple. That is what I wanted to show in this film.'