Mumbai: The parents of IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode began an indefinite hunger strike at Azad Maidan on Thursday evening, demanding arrests and a prompt investigation into their son’s death. Earlier in the day, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi spoke to the family, while NSUI activists protested ou...
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Anant Chaturdashi concludes the Ganeshotsav festival in Mumbai, signifying the immersion and farewell of Ganesh idols. Acharya Mithlesh emphasizes the importance of detachment as a part of the immersion ritual. Various mandals, including Maratha Mitra Mandal and Bhatwadi Cha Raja...
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Khotachiwadi's Ganesh mandal in Girgaum is marking its centenary this season with significant historical importance. The mandal has witnessed various social and political transformations over the decades. Its members honor their legacy by maintaining environmentally friendly prac...
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Dombivli: In view of the difficulties faced by farmers in several parts of Maharashtra, Kalyan Lok Sabha MP Dr Shrikant Shinde has decided to cancel this year’s Rasrang Dandiya Utsav 2026 in Dombivli. The funds earmarked for the annual festival will instead be utilised to support...
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Mumbai: In the wake of a severe dry spell affecting standing kharif crops across Maharashtra, Agriculture Minister Dattatray Bharne assured farmers on Thursday that the state government stands firmly with them and will prioritise relief through crop insurance, farm loan waivers, ...
