The government has announced a drought declaration in 265 out of 358 talukas across the state. This decision impacts 34 of the 36 districts, marking the most extensive drought coverage in a decade. Relief measures will be implemented, including compensation for affected farmers and concessions in...
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West Indies openers John Campbell and Justin Greaves produced a memorable start against India, putting together a 135-run partnership in the first ODI in Thiruvananthapuram. Their effort ended a long wait for a 100-plus opening stand against India and gave the visitors a strong p...
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Pune: The Shivajinagar police have arrested 11 persons allegedly involved in stealing mobile phones from devotees during the Ganesh Visarjan processions in Pune and recovered 63 mobile phones and other material collectively valued at ₹30.57 lakh, according to the police. Accordin...
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Pune: Pune Metro emerged as a key mode of transport during the Ganesh Visarjan period, carrying 8,26,855 passengers and generating ₹1,15,50,556 in revenue over September 25 and 26, according to Metro ridership data. गणेशोत्सवाच्या काळात प्रवाशांनी पुणे मेट्रोला मोठ्या प्रमाणात प्...
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Nashik: Ten talukas in Nashik district are among 265 talukas across Maharashtra where drought conditions have been identified based on rainfall deficiency and other drought-related indicators during the Kharif 2026 season. The State Government has implemented ‘Trigger-1 (First Al...
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Mumbai: Sensex and Nifty rebounded on Friday after Thursday’s sharp sell-off, but analysts said the recovery needs further confirmation, with sustained moves above 74,000 and 23,300, respectively, crucial to strengthening momentum. The Sensex climbed 315.20 points, or 0.43 per ce...
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Thane, September 27, 2026: In an alarming incident showcasing severe construction safety negligence, loose cement bags and paver blocks plunged from the upper floors of the under-construction 50-story residential tower 'Ashar Pulse' in the busy Majiwada Naka area of Thane. The he...
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Brinda Miller highlights the vital role of music and cultural conservation in the upcoming Mame Khan concert. This event not only raises funds for the Kala Ghoda heritage district but also aims to enhance cultural awareness. Miller praises Mame Khan's artistry, which fuses variou...
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Mumbai: Two men died after allegedly inhaling fumes from a suspected chemical leak inside a public toilet near Mrunaltai Bridge in Ram Mandir (East) on Sunday morning. Chemical smell reported at site According to information provided by the civic authorities, the incident was rep...
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India debutant Naman Dhir found himself in a brief moment of confusion during the pre-match ceremony ahead of the first ODI against West Indies on Sunday, September 27. ‘Vande Mataram’ was played before the National Anthem ahead of the start of the match, with Dhir standing along...
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Beed (Maharashtra), Sep 27: Two men allegedly strangled a Pune-based friend to death, transported the body in a four-wheeler and dumped it on a hill in Maharashtra's Beed district, police said on Sunday. Motive behind killing unclear The motive behind the killing was not yet clea...
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Aichi-Nagoya [Japan], September 27: India's rising squash star Anahat Singh secured a silver medal for the nation in squash women's singles competition, losing the gold medal clash at the ongoing Asian Games 2026 in Japan on Sunday. Anahat loses women's final Anahat lost to Malay...
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New Delhi: Geopolitical developments, crude oil prices and global bond yields will guide Indian equities in the holiday-shortened week ahead, analysts said, with investors also tracking domestic economic data and foreign fund flows. Stock exchanges will remain closed on Friday fo...
