INSANE: 18 - The Real Truth

'Inframan' missing: Opposition targets Maharashtra government over infrastructure woes in heavy rains

Opposition legislators in Mumbai protested against the Maharashtra government's alleged failure to protect citizens during heavy rains, highlighting crumbling infrastructure. They decried the "disappearance" of "Inframan" and the paralysis of Mumbai. Meanwhile, MP Supriya Sule questioned the safety and cost of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway's Missing Link project, which has been…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Monsoon session: Maharashtra assembly adjourned due to heavy rains in Mumbai

Mumbai's legislative assembly was adjourned due to forecasts of heavy rains and strong winds, with the IMD issuing a red alert. Concerns over rain-related deaths were raised in the House. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis assured that the government and administration are on alert, urging citizens to stay vigilant and avoid…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Pune weather today: Schools closed across district as IMD issues red alert for extremely heavy rainfall; more showers likely in coming days

Pune weather: Maharashtra is grappling with intense monsoon rains, prompting Pune to declare a holiday for all schools and anganwadis due to a red alert. Authorities are urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel and stay clear of rivers and streams. Mumbai also faces waterlogging and traffic disruptions. The India Meteorological…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Why the Deccan Odyssey Train Route Through Maharashtra Deserves to Be on Your Booking List

The Route Nobody PicksSearch "luxury train India" and the Rajasthan Palace on Wheels fills every result. The Deccan Odyssey exists in the same category, same white-glove service, same cabin grade, same dining car, but its Maharashtra-focused route, officially called the Jewels of the Deccan, runs with a fraction of the…

Times Life · Jul 5

Rapido founders booked on RTO complaint for operating bike taxi service without government nod

Rapido app founders have been booked in Nagpur for allegedly running unauthorised petrol-powered bike taxi services across Maharashtra. The Regional Transport Office (RTO) filed a complaint after seizing a bike used for commercial rides without proper permits. The company is accused of violating transport rules, risking passenger safety, and causing…

The Economic Times · Jul 4

Enrol under PM Fasal Bima Yojana by July 31: Maharashtra agriculture minister to farmers

Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Dattatray Bharane has urged farmers to enroll in the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana by July 31. This revised scheme offers financial protection against crop losses due to natural calamities, unseasonal rains, and drought. Farmers growing foodgrains, pulses, and oilseeds pay a 2% premium, while those cultivating…

The Economic Times · Jul 4

Govt raises onion procurement price by 13% as buffer stock buying struggles

Government hikes onion procurement price by 13% to Rs 2,125/quintal, effective July 4, 2026, to boost buffer stock purchases amid a slow start. This is the fifth increase this season, with only 2,000 tonnes procured so far. Despite production parity, seasonal price rises are expected, though overall availability remains stable.…

The Economic Times · Jul 4

Maharashtra government starts deliberations on Uniform Civil Code, announcement of committee on UCC likely next week

Maharashtra is set to frame a Uniform Civil Code, with an expert committee to be formed soon. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted its constitutional backing and alignment with equality principles. This move follows Uttarakhand's lead, with other states also considering similar reforms. While Congress seeks broad consensus, Shiv Sena welcomes…

The Economic Times · Jul 4

Red Bull, Sting, etc. not recognised as 'energy drinks', says food regulator FSSAI as it issues notices over misleading claims

India's food regulator, FSSAI, has issued notices to several beverage brands for misbranding and misleading claims about their "energy drinks." Meanwhile, Maharashtra has banned the sale of Sting energy drink and other intoxicating substances within 500 meters of schools, citing concerns for schoolchildren's health. FSSAI clarified that no standard exists…

The Economic Times · Jul 4

How Leopards Across India Have Quietly Colonised Cities and Why Nobody Notices Them

The Biology That Makes Invisibility PossibleLeopards see in light conditions six times dimmer than what a human eye needs to function. Their retinas carry a high density of rod cells and a reflective layer called the tapetum lucidum, which bounces available light back through the photoreceptors a second time. At…

Times Life · Jul 4