Maharashtra

NCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar has called for an investigation into alleged black magic incidents outside the residences of late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar last year. He linked the acts to recently arrested godman Ashok Kharat and questioned political involvement. The demand follows Kharat's arrest on rape charges and related political controversy.

19 de março de 2026 Reportado por IA

Police in Nashik, Maharashtra, arrested self-proclaimed astrologer Ashok Kharat, also known as Captain Kharat, on charges of raping a woman, blackmail, and spreading superstition. Authorities seized 58 obscene videos and documents related to assets worth 200 crore rupees. A special investigation team has been formed to probe the case.

Over 2.09 crore voters in Maharashtra are casting ballots today to elect representatives for 12 zilla parishads and 125 panchayat samitis, amid a sombre campaign following the death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. The elections cover districts in western Maharashtra, Marathwada, and Konkan regions. Results are scheduled for February 9.

06 de fevereiro de 2026 Reportado por IA

The Maharashtra government has cancelled physical verification of ineligible beneficiaries under its flagship Chief Minister Majhi Ladki Bahin scheme and extended the deadline for completing and correcting e-KYC details on the online portal to March 31, 2026. The move follows complaints from beneficiaries facing difficulties in the e-KYC process. Anganwadi workers had opposed the added workload.

Sarita Mhaske, the only missing corporator from Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena, has rejoined the party after being unreachable for 24 hours, putting to rest speculation of her defection to Eknath Shinde. Her return was facilitated overnight by party loyalists. She is set to reaffirm her commitment to the Thackeray group following a meeting at Matoshree.

16 de janeiro de 2026 Reportado por IA

Mahayuti has secured a major victory in Maharashtra's BMC elections, paving the way for BJP's first mayor. Shiv Sena's 25-year stronghold has crumbled, and the Thackeray brothers' unity failed to sway voters. These results signal a significant shift in the state's urban politics.