The Maharashtra government has announced that the Freedom of Religion Act, 2026, will come into force on August 28. The law criminalizes religious conversions achieved through coercion, fraud, or inducement, imposing prison sentences of up to 10 years for offenders.
The Maharashtra Co-Operative Appellate Court ruled that housing societies are not responsible for repairs within individual units. The decision follows a case where a ground floor resident sought to hold his society liable for ceiling damage caused by a neighbor's plumbing.
Starting August 18, auto and taxi drivers in Maharashtra must possess functional Marathi skills. Non-compliant drivers face a show-cause notice and a one-month grace period to learn the language before potential license suspension or revocation.
Residents of Ghodankappi in Maharashtra's Jiwti taluka are building a 1.5-km access road through voluntary labor, led by Tulsiram Gedam, whose wife died in childbirth after an ambulance failed to reach the remote hamlet.
Jindal Stainless is investing Rs 900 crore to expand cold rolling capacity to 2.67 MTPA by FY28 and plans a Rs 40,000 crore facility in Maharashtra for specialized steel grades.
Maharashtra food safety chief Tukaram Mundhe suspended 12 warehouse permits for quick commerce giants Blinkit (Eternal), Swiggy, and Zepto following inspections that revealed cockroach infestations, rodent waste, and spoiled produce.
Maharashtra plans to make working knowledge of Marathi mandatory for taxi, autorickshaw, and app-based cab drivers by August 15, with non-compliance risking license suspension or cancellation.
The Bombay High Court told the Maharashtra FDA to use its powers judiciously after Cadila Pharmaceuticals challenged a ban on the sale of some medicines, prompting the regulator to agree to revoke orders and issue show-cause notices.
Jindal Stainless is identifying a site in Maharashtra for a proposed Rs 40,000-crore stainless steel manufacturing facility with a 4 MTPA capacity, expecting land acquisition clarity within one or two quarters.
Earthquakes of 4.3 and 3.3 magnitude struck Nashik district, Maharashtra, causing cracks in houses but no casualties, officials said Sunday.
Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) grants 4-month extension to eligible projects impacted by Middle East conflict supply chain disruptions, affecting homebuyer possession timelines.
Faizan Ansari files complaint against Abhijeet Dipke, alleging attacks by CJP-linked men in Maharashtra; praises Delhi Police for detaining Sonam Wangchuk, contrasting with Dipke's peaceful protest claims
Maharashtra State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission upheld HDFC Life's denial of a Rs 70-lakh death claim due to lapsed policy but ordered refund of Rs 7-lakh premium, citing unjust enrichment. The ruling highlights the need for timely premium payments and clarifies that revival emails do not automatically extend coverage.
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule criticized senior Congress leader Nana Patole after a video surfaced showing Patole's supporters washing his feet during Gurupurnima, calling it part of Congress's 'culture'.
India lacks a single, comprehensive law for abandoned buildings, with regulations spread across various state and municipal laws. Government acquisition or demolition is not automatic; specific procedures involve inspections, owner notices, and demolition only in cases of imminent danger, as seen in Maharashtra and Delhi.
Maharashtra government grants one-time permission for restaurants, hotels, and eateries to operate until 4 am on July 20 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, subject to strict security, noise, and public order regulations, following a request from NRAI.
Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane questioned Bollywood actor Aamir Khan's third marriage, suggesting it could be seen as 'love jihad'. Rane urged the Hindu community to reconsider supporting such celebrities and their films.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde alleged donation irregularities at Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple during the previous MVA government, countering opposition criticism over the Ram Temple donation case. Former chairman Aadesh Bandekar denied the claims.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde alleged donation irregularities at Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple during the previous MVA government, countering opposition criticism over the Ram Temple donation case. Former chairman Aadesh Bandekar denied the claims, demanding a fair inquiry.
BJP MLA Sudhir Mungantiwar questioned the Maharashtra government's delay in passing a resolution for Bharat Ratna for Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. Mungantiwar, who moved the resolution in March, expressed disappointment and questioned if the government's ideology had changed.
Two doctors resigned from a civic-run hospital in Dombivli after allegedly being assaulted by Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre. The incident has sparked outrage and protests among healthcare professionals demanding better security.
NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar's visits to Vidhan Bhavan, including a meeting with Deputy CM Eknath Shinde and Congress leader Arif Naseem Khan, have fueled speculation about potential realignments in Maharashtra's political landscape, particularly regarding Pawar's party and the INDIA alliance.
Heavy monsoon rains have caused widespread waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and several fatalities across India. Red and orange alerts are in effect for multiple states, with authorities on high alert for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.
India is experiencing severe monsoon rains, causing widespread waterlogging, traffic disruptions, landslides, and rescue operations across multiple states. The India Meteorological Department has issued red and orange alerts for heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds, with several regions reporting fatalities and infrastructure damage.
