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Maharashtra

Navneet Rana Issues Direct Threat to Humayun Kabir Over Babri-Style Mosque Construction
Maharashtra, Politics, State

Navneet Rana Issues Direct Threat to Humayun Kabir Over Babri-Style Mosque Construction

Mumbai: Maharashtra BJP firebrand leader and former MP, Navneet Rana, has once again made headlines with a strong statement. During a government event at Baba Bageshwar Dham in Madhya Pradesh, she delivered a bold warning against those planning to construct a Babri-style mosque. Sharing a video on social media, Rana specifically targeted Humayun Kabir, who has announced plans to build a mosque in West Bengal. After receiving blessings from Pandit Dheerendra Shastri at the Bundelkhand Mahakumbh, the seventh mass marriage ceremony organized by the Bageshwar Dham government, Rana declared: “Those attempting to build a Babri mosque will not even find a resting place in Hindustan. Humayun Kabir, this is a warning for you.” Armed With Devotion and WeaponsNavneet Rana, calling herself the d...
Sunetra Pawar Set to Take Over as National President of NCP; Prafull Patel Clarifies Leadership
Maharashtra, State

Sunetra Pawar Set to Take Over as National President of NCP; Prafull Patel Clarifies Leadership

Mumbai, February 14, 2026: In a major development in Maharashtra politics, Sunetra Pawar is poised to assume the role of National President of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). The announcement comes amid discussions about the potential merger of the two NCP factions. Prafull Patel, NCP Working President and a close aide of the late Ajit Pawar, clarified that Sunetra Pawar is the sole candidate for the post, dismissing earlier speculation about Patel himself taking over. First Woman to Lead the Party Sunetra Pawar, who became Deputy Chief Minister following Ajit Pawar’s untimely death in a plane crash on January 31, will now also lead the 26-year-old party as its first female National President. She is expected to formally take over the position within the next two weeks. As Depu...
Mumbai Metro Mishap: Under-Construction Pillar Collapses in Mulund, Vehicles Hit, Four Injured
Maharashtra, State

Mumbai Metro Mishap: Under-Construction Pillar Collapses in Mulund, Vehicles Hit, Four Injured

Mumbai, February 14, 2026: A section of an under-construction elevated metro corridor in Mulund West, Mumbai, suddenly collapsed on Saturday, hitting vehicles passing below and injuring four people. Authorities and witnesses reported chaos at the scene as the concrete segment fell, trapping a car and an auto-rickshaw beneath it. The injured were promptly rescued and taken to nearby hospitals. Witnesses described how the cement segment fell between the two vehicles, causing panic among bystanders. Firefighters and police arrived at the site immediately and cordoned off traffic in the area to ensure safety. The mishap occurred around 12:15 PM near Metro Pillar P196, close to the Mulund Fire Station along LBS Road in the Rajiv (Milan) area. The affected section belongs to Mumbai Metro L...
Supriya Sule Responds to NDA Merger Speculation Amid NCP Turmoil
Maharashtra, Politics, State

Supriya Sule Responds to NDA Merger Speculation Amid NCP Turmoil

Mumbai/New Delhi, Feb 13, 2026: Following the tragic death of Maharashtra’s former Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash, the Pawar family is navigating a challenging period. Supriya Sule, Ajit Pawar’s cousin, speaking from Delhi during the budget session, addressed several pressing issues and shared her first public reactions to ongoing political speculations. On Ajit Pawar’s Unfinished DreamsParticipating online in a Pune District Planning Committee meeting chaired by Sunetra Pawar, Supriya Sule emphasized, “It is our responsibility to fulfill Ajit Pawar’s unfinished dreams. Had Dada (Ajit Pawar) been alive, the merger of both NCP factions would have been possible.” She added that she did not wish to revisit past differences and that discussions between her and Dada remain...
Who Is Varsha Thakur Ghuge? Maharashtra IAS Officer Wins State Energy Award for Latur
Maharashtra, State

Who Is Varsha Thakur Ghuge? Maharashtra IAS Officer Wins State Energy Award for Latur

Mumbai, Maharashtra: IAS officer Varsha Thakur Ghuge has once again made headlines. She has been recognized for her outstanding work in promoting energy conservation and the use of solar power in Latur district, earning the prestigious Maharashtra State Energy Award 2024-25. The award, announced by Maharashtra’s Energy Minister and Latur’s guardian minister Shivendra Sinhraje Bhosale, will be conferred by the state government. Latur Saves 55,000 Units of Electricity Since taking charge as Latur’s District Collector in July 2023, Ghuge has spearheaded several initiatives to enhance energy efficiency. The district has significantly increased the use of solar energy in government offices and conducted awareness campaigns to promote electricity conservation. A notable initiative, the “Ur...
Nitin Gadkari Holds Housewarming Ceremony for Eco-Friendly ‘Palace’ in Nagpur
Maharashtra, State

Nitin Gadkari Holds Housewarming Ceremony for Eco-Friendly ‘Palace’ in Nagpur

Nagpur, Feb 12, 2026: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has officially inaugurated his new residence in Nagpur, a sprawling home that has already captured public attention for its grandeur and eco-friendly design. Built on the site of his ancestral house, the new mansion, named Gadkari Wada, combines traditional architectural aesthetics with modern sustainability features. Grand Housewarming CeremonyThe housewarming ceremony, conducted with traditional puja and havan, was attended by Gadkari’s family, close friends, and relatives. Gadkari and his wife were seen performing rituals while carrying a sacred kalash and idols into the home, dressed in traditional attire. The event highlighted the blend of spiritual and cultural sensibilities that influenced the design of the residence. Architec...
Love Triangle Turns Deadly in Navi Mumbai: Police Constable Arrested for Killing Friend, Burning Body 190 km Away
Maharashtra, State

Love Triangle Turns Deadly in Navi Mumbai: Police Constable Arrested for Killing Friend, Burning Body 190 km Away

Mumbai/Navi Mumbai: In a shocking incident highlighting how a love triangle can spiral into brutal violence, Navi Mumbai Police have arrested a police constable for allegedly murdering his close friend after the victim reportedly began dating a woman who was in a relationship with the accused. The accused, identified as Bandu Bhise, is a married constable attached to the Rabale MIDC Police Station. Police said Bhise, along with three accomplices, allegedly strangled the victim to death inside a car in Kalamboli, Navi Mumbai, and later disposed of the body in a horrifying manner. According to investigators, after committing the murder, the accused drove nearly 190 kilometres to a village in Satara district, where they allegedly set the body on fire and dumped it into a well located in...
Jealous Lover and Boyfriend Arrested in Mumbai Over 19-Year-Old Girlfriend’s Murder
crime, Maharashtra, State

Jealous Lover and Boyfriend Arrested in Mumbai Over 19-Year-Old Girlfriend’s Murder

In a shocking incident in Govandi, Mumbai, a 19-year-old girl was shot dead, with severe gunshot wounds to her cheek and neck. The Mumbai Police have arrested her 23-year-old boyfriend and a 25-year-old woman who reportedly had romantic feelings for the victim’s boyfriend. Tragic Shooting in Shivaji Nagar The victim, identified as Shifa Sheikh, was found seriously injured on a street in Shivaji Nagar. She was rushed to a nearby hospital by local residents, but doctors declared her dead on arrival. Medical examinations confirmed multiple close-range gunshot wounds, including one lodged in her head. Complex Personal Relationships at Play According to police sources, Shifa Sheikh was dating a local man named Guddu. Tensions reportedly arose when another woman, allegedly in love wi...
India’s First Musical Road to Begin in Mumbai: Coastal Road to Offer Japan-Dubai Style Driving Experience
Maharashtra, State

India’s First Musical Road to Begin in Mumbai: Coastal Road to Offer Japan-Dubai Style Driving Experience

Mumbai: In a unique blend of modern engineering and cultural expression, Mumbai is all set to introduce India’s first-ever Musical Road on its newly developed Coastal Road stretch. This innovative road feature, similar to those found in Japan and Dubai, promises motorists a completely new driving experience—where the road itself produces music. The musical road will be inaugurated on Wednesday by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The special installation has been developed on the route from Nariman Point to Worli, specifically on the northbound lane. How the Musical Road Works As per civic officials, specially designed musical strips have been installed on the road surface at precise intervals. When a vehicle passes over these grooves at a specific speed, the friction between the ...
Sister-in-Law Defeats Bhabhi by Just 2 Votes in Maharashtra Zilla Parishad Election
Maharashtra, Politics, State

Sister-in-Law Defeats Bhabhi by Just 2 Votes in Maharashtra Zilla Parishad Election

Pune/Latur, February 10, 2026: In a gripping showdown during Maharashtra’s district council elections, Congress candidate Asha Bhise narrowly defeated her sister-in-law, Sarita Bhise of the BJP, by just two votes. The closely contested battle captured local attention across Latur district. The Nail-Biting ContestThe contest took place in the Kamkheda Zilla Parishad group election in Renapur tehsil of Latur. Asha Bhise, representing Congress, went head-to-head against Sarita Bhise, the BJP candidate. The rivalry between the nanda-bhaujai (sister-in-law and bhabhi) made the race unusually dramatic. When votes were counted, Asha Bhise emerged victorious with 6,871 votes, narrowly surpassing Sarita Bhise, who received 6,869 votes. The two-vote margin stunned observers and quickly became ...