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Not possible to ban Ganesh idols made of Plaster of Paris this year; will phase it out gradually: Maharashtra govt to HC

The Maharashtra government will not ban Plaster of Paris Ganesh idols this year. However, the state plans to gradually phase out their use in the future. This decision follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for clay idols during Ganesh Chaturthi. The Bombay High Court questioned the government's stance, which differs…

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Tukaram Mundhe reveals how caustic soda & shampoo are used to make synthetic milk and how the racket works

Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has exposed an alleged synthetic milk racket. Investigators uncovered parallel production lines using low-cost ingredients and chemicals. The department has intensified enforcement, seizing significant quantities of adulterated milk. Traceability and technology are seen as key solutions to curb this illegal practice. Stricter record-keeping measures are…

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Congress targets Sunetra Pawar with 'gungi gudiya' barb; NCP hits back

A political row erupted in Maharashtra after the Congress party insulted Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar. The opposition party labeled her a 'mute doll' in a social media post. This remark drew sharp criticism from the NCP, questioning the Congress's stance. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde condemned the statement as…

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The Jungle Owlet: India's Smallest Owl and What Its Presence Reveals About Forest Health

A Bird the Size of a Fist, With a Call That CarriesThe jungle owlet (Glaucidium radiatum) measures roughly 20 centimetres from bill to tail and weighs between 75 and 110 grams, lighter than most smartphones. It is endemic to the Indian subcontinent, found across the Western Ghats, central Indian forests,…

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Malabar Whistling Thrush: Why the Western Ghats' Most Melodic Bird Is Called the Whistling Schoolboy

The Bird That Sounds Like It Learned From a Music TeacherThe first time most people hear a Malabar Whistling Thrush, they look around for a person. The song is that convincing, a clear, unhurried series of melodic phrases that rise and fall like someone whistling a half-remembered tune on the…

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Emergency action plans updated for 735 of 6,598 specified dams: Centre

Emergency action plans are updated for 735 of 6,598 specified dams nationwide. Maharashtra has the most dams, with 65 having updated emergency plans. Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat also have many dams with fewer updated plans. Assam and Nagaland have updated plans for all their dams. The National Dam Safety Authority…

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Kharif sowing dips 3% to 894 lakh ha despite 81% coverage of normal area

Kharif crop sowing has declined by three percent this season. Paddy and pulses acreage saw a notable decrease across several states. Coarse cereals area also fell, while oilseeds area rose marginally. Sugarcane area edged up, but cotton acreage experienced a decline. Reservoir storage levels are below last year's figures in…

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Indian Paradise Flycatcher: The White Phantom of Forests and What Its Disappearance Means for Wildlife

A Bird Built Like No OtherThe male Indian paradise flycatcher (Terpsiphone paradisi) carries tail feathers that can stretch up to 24 centimetres beyond its body, nearly three times its own torso length. In breeding plumage, the male shifts from a chestnut-and-black form to a white phase so complete it looks…

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Petrol pump worker at night, student during day: Raigad college girl's inspiring story goes viral on social media

A Maharashtra student works at a petrol pump after college classes. She earns money for her education, which is widely appreciated online. A customer shared her inspiring story on social media platform X. This highlights the challenges students face with rising education costs. Such dedication shows the perseverance of young…

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'Ready to show my documents, will PM Modi show his degree?': CJP founder Dipke on foreign funding row

Abhijeet Dipke stated his US education was funded by a scholarship and loan. He commented on Taslima Nasreen's remarks regarding protests in Bangladesh and Nepal. Dipke also urged the Maharashtra government to withdraw FIRs against student protesters. He claimed education has become unaffordable and inaccessible for many Indians. The CJP…

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MHT CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment result today at fe2026.mahacet.or; check details and steps to download

Maharashtra CET Cell will declare MHT CET 2026 CAP Round 1 seat allotment on August 2. This allotment is for engineering admissions based on MHT CET performance and preferences. Candidates must log in to view their allotment status and download the letter. Seat acceptance and reporting to institutes are scheduled…

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Amit Shah presents Lokmanya Tilak Award to NSA Ajit Doval in Pune

Union Home Minister Amit Shah presented the Lokmanya Tilak National Award to Ajit Doval. Doval received the honour for his significant contributions to India's national security. The award ceremony took place in Pune on Saturday. Earlier, Shah paid tributes to Lokshahir Annabhau Sathe on his birth anniversary. Maharashtra leaders joined…

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Maharashtra-based SME stock plunges 20% as MD gets shot, director taken in police custody

In an exchange filing, GSM Foils said the firing incident took place in the Naikpada area in Vasai-Virar, located near Mumbai. After getting injured in the incident, the company said that Parmar received prompt medical attention and is presently under proper medical care. His health condition was reported to be…

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Why Cattle Egrets Follow Buffalo and What Their Symbiosis Reveals About Animal Foraging

The Numbers Behind the WalkA cattle egret foraging alone catches roughly one prey item per minute. Walking behind a large mammal, a buffalo, a cow, an elephant, that number jumps to 3.6 prey items per minute. The figure comes from a 1965 field study by H. Heatwole published in The…

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Weather Tomorrow, August 1: IMD issues heavy rain alert across several states; check Delhi-NCR, Gujarat, Himachal, Rajasthan and Maharashtra forecast

Weather Tomorrow: Monsoon conditions will remain active across India on August 1. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast for north, central, and northeastern regions. Gujarat faces a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall in thirteen districts. Himachal Pradesh and Maharashtra anticipate active monsoon spells with potential heavy showers. Delhi-NCR…

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Delhi protesters' fingerprints collected from stones for identification via Aadhaar: BJP minister

A Maharashtra minister stated Delhi Police collected protesters' fingerprints from stones. These prints will link to Aadhaar numbers for identification purposes. The CJP protest in Delhi involved clashes and stone-pelting incidents. Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut mocked the minister's scientific claims. Police are creating a database of individuals with criminal…

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Avaada Group secures $1.3 billion financial closure for 2,150 MW projects

Avaada Group achieved financial closure for its renewable energy portfolio worth USD 1.3 billion for projects in Gujarat and Maharashtra. The portfolio includes hybrid renewable and utility-scale solar projects.

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Nine dead, several feared trapped after four-storey building collapses in Maharashtra's Bhiwandi

Six people died and others are trapped after a building collapsed in Bhiwandi. Rescue operations are underway for those believed to be under the rubble. The four-storey structure had been declared dangerous by officials. Residents heard cracking sounds before the collapse occurred late Thursday. Multiple agencies are involved in the…

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Severe Rainfall Alert: Heavy rain forecast in many states including Rajasthan, UP, Maharashtra, Delhi-NCR, Odisha, Gujarat, Hyderabad and more

Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast across India from July 30 to August 1. Active monsoon conditions will bring intense showers and thunderstorms to many regions. Northern and central states, including Delhi, will experience significant rainfall activity. Eastern, northeastern, western, and southern parts of the country are also on…

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'Rot in India's education system deep; Pradhan's resignation only beginning': Congress

India's education system, according to the Congress party, is riddled with deep-rooted challenges. They assert that the resignation of the education minister is only the first crucial move. Recently, a controversy surrounding engineering entrance exams in Maharashtra has emerged, prompting the party to examine the inconsistencies between exam scores and…

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Karnataka tops Centre's Electronics Development Fund with 90 firms, 64% of total investments

Karnataka received the most from the Centre's Electronics Development Fund. The state's companies secured nearly two-thirds of total investments made. Telangana and Maharashtra followed as significant beneficiaries of the scheme. The fund invested in electronics and information technology startups and companies. These supported firms have collectively raised substantial capital and…

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No vada pav, samosa, chocolates near schools anymore: Maharashtra bans junk food within a 50-metre radius; check list of banned items & penalties

Maharashtra FDA has banned junk food sales within fifty meters of schools. This move aims to promote healthier eating habits among students statewide. Principals and school management will face action for any violations of this new rule. Inspections will begin soon across the state to ensure strict compliance. The department…

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Mumbai weather today: Rain returns after brief break, IMD issues red, orange and yellow alerts across Maharashtra

Mumbai weather today: Mumbai and nearby areas anticipate fresh rainfall starting Thursday, July 30. The India Meteorological Department issued yellow alerts for Mumbai and Thane. Palghar district faces an orange alert for Friday with heavy rainfall expected. A deep depression system over Odisha has triggered this monsoon revival. Maharashtra districts…

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Weather Tomorrow, July 30: Rain Alert for UP, Bihar, Delhi, Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Karnataka; IMD warns of heavy showers across states

Weather Tomorrow, July 30: Active monsoon conditions will bring widespread rainfall across North, Central, and East India. Delhi-NCR, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh anticipate rain and thunderstorms with heavy alerts. Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh are set for moderate to heavy showers, impacting daily life. Eastern states like Bihar and West Bengal…

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No chips, cola for kids: Maharashtra FDA bans sale of junk food within 50 metres of schools

Maharashtra FDA banned unhealthy food sales within fifty meters of schools. This strict order applies to all government and private educational institutions statewide. Food suppliers and kitchen operators must now obtain mandatory registration and licenses. School principals and local authorities will oversee the implementation of these new norms. The regulations…

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