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PoliticsJul 05, 2025 06:10 PM

'May this unity for Marathi identity remain steadfast': Raj Thackeray says as he attends joint victo...

Mumbai, July 4 Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) founder Raj Thackeray on Saturday, after attending a joint rally with ... Mumbai, July 4 Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) founder Raj Thackeray on Saturday, after attending a joint rally with the estranged brother and Shiv Sena-UBT chief Uddhav Thackeray to celebrate the state government's move to scrap two government resolutions on the introduction of Hindi from grade one said, "may this unity for Marathi identity remain steadfast forever. Once a...Read More

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PoliticsJul 05, 2025 01:08 PM

Raj and Uddhav Thackeray Reunite After 20 Years, Share Stage at Mega 'Victory' Rally in Mumbai (Watc...

Mumbai, Maharashtra (July 5, 2025): Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray reunited on Saturday after two decades during a joint "mega victory rally" at the NSCI Dome in Worli, Mumbai. As MNS chief arrived on stage, Uddhav walked up to him and extended his hand. The cousins embraced in front of a cheering crowd and raised their fists in the air to acknowledge supporters. The event was organised to celebrate the Maharashtra government's de...Read More

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EntertainmentJul 04, 2025 04:47 PM

Sonakshi Sinha excited for her 'Dahaad' trailer launch - www.lokmattimes.com

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 3 : Actor Sonakshi Sinha on Wednesday shared excitement about the launch of her upcoming series 'Dahaad'. Sonakshi took to Instagram story and dropped a picture of her movie poster on a billboard and captioned it, "Trailer launch today!!!" Makers will be unveiling the official trailer of the series today ( May 3). On Tuesday, Sonakshi dropped a stunning selfie in a black outfit along with a caption, "Just me waiting for you to see the #Dahaad trailer tomorrow...Read More

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PoliticsJul 04, 2025 03:42 PM

Hockey gives youngsters of Jammu and Kashmir a new direction - www.lokmattimes.com

New Delhi [India], May 3 : Hockey is fast becoming a popular sport in the Union Territory of Jammu ... New Delhi [India], May 3 : Hockey is fast becoming a popular sport in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir due to initiatives taken by the Hockey Jammu and Kashmir and Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council, hockey is fast becoming a popular sport in the Union Territory. Among several programs launched by the state member unit to draw the attention of youth towards the sport includes providing ...Read More

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OtherJul 04, 2025 02:36 PM

Samruddhi Expressway Accident: 4 of Family Returning from Pune Die After Car Hits Divider in Maharas...

Mumbai, Maharashtra (July 5, 2025): Four members of a family died after the car they were travelling in crashed into a divider on the Samruddhi Expressway in Washim district on Thursday night. The incident took place around 8 pm between Wanoja and Karanja. According to the reports, the family was returning to Umred in Nagpur district after attending a function in Pune. When their car reached near channel number 215, the driver reportedly lost control and the vehicle hit the divider. Two people ...Read More

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OtherJul 04, 2025 09:48 AM

India needs to reverse-engineer imports and invest in deep-tech to reduce dependence on China: GTRI ...

New Delhi [India], July 4 : India needs to urgently take steps to reduce its growing dependence on Chinese ... New Delhi [India], July 4 : India needs to urgently take steps to reduce its growing dependence on Chinese imports, according to a recent report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). The report recommends reverse-engineering of low- to mid-tech imports, stronger domestic production incentives, and long-term investment in deep-tech manufacturing to strengthen India's economic...Read More

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SportsJul 04, 2025 07:58 AM

India's World Transplant Games 2023 medallists felicitated - www.lokmattimes.com

New Delhi [India], May 2: Transplant athletes from their successful participation at the World Transplant Games in Perth Australia ... New Delhi [India], May 2: Transplant athletes from their successful participation at the World Transplant Games in Perth Australia were felicitated at India Habitat Centre. This was the largest contingent of 32 players ever to go from India to the WTG, and Team India athletes won 35 medals in the World Transplant Games 2023, which concluded in Australia's Perth ...Read More

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EntertainmentJul 03, 2025 10:43 PM

Aamir Khan's jaw-dropping look as 'Dahaa' from Rajinikanth's Coolie unveiled; fans call it a 'banger...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 3 : The first look of Aamir Khan from the upcoming film starring superstar Rajinikanth, 'Coolie,' has finally been unveiled, leaving fans excited to see the actor in a bold avatar as 'Dahaa.' The poster was shared by the makers on their official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, and it quickly became a hot topic online. In the black-and-white poster, Aamir can be seen in side profile, wearing round glasses and a black vest while smoking a pipe. The act...Read More

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OtherJul 03, 2025 10:43 PM

Akola Crime: Man Allegedly Strangles His Nine-Year-Old Step-Son To Death, Disposes of Body in Forest...

Maharashtra: Police has arrested a man from Maharashtra's Akola for allegedly strangling his step-son to death and stuffing his dead body in gunny bag and throwing it in forest. As per the reports this incident came to light when mother of deceased son came to file missing complaint On Wednesday 8.30 am. As per the police reports the crime was committed in early hours on Wednesday and they recovered the body hours later. Following the missing complaint by deceased mother police launched investi...Read More

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BusinessJul 03, 2025 10:12 PM

Daily toll collection through FASTag reaches record high of over Rs 193 cr - www.lokmattimes.com

New Delhi [India], May 2 : The daily toll collection through FASTag system achieved a historic milestone on April ... New Delhi [India], May 2 : The daily toll collection through FASTag system achieved a historic milestone on April 29, reaching an all-time high collection of Rs 193.15 crore, with 1.16 crore transactions recorded in a single day, said the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on Tuesday. Since FASTag was mandated by the government in February 2021, the number of toll plazas u...Read More

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PoliticsJul 03, 2025 05:36 PM

AIIMS Delhi: Fire Breaks Out in Transformer Near Trauma Centre; Fire Tenders on Spot (Watch Video) -...

New Delhi (July 3, 2025): A fire broke out following a blast in an electrical transformer near the Trauma Centre of the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi on Thursday afternoon, officials said. No injuries were reported. According to Delhi Fire Services (DFS), the call was received at 3:34 p.m. and eight fire tenders were sent to the location. The fire was brought under control by 3:55 p.m. "We received a call regarding a fire at the AIIMS Trauma Centre at 3:34 pm. We rus...Read More

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OtherJul 03, 2025 03:47 PM

Two Pak intruders killed, three packets of drugs recovered near Indo-Pak border: BSF - www.lokmattim...

New Delhi [India], May 2 : Two unidentified intruders from Pakistan, who had crossed into Indian territory were killed ... New Delhi [India], May 2 : Two unidentified intruders from Pakistan, who had crossed into Indian territory were killed and three packets of suspected contraband items were recovered close to the Indo-Pak border, Border Security Force (BSF) said on Tuesday. The incident happened on Monday, close to the Indo-Pak border, about 10 km north of Munabao, Rajasthan. The operation ...Read More

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OtherJul 03, 2025 02:41 PM

Bihar Woman, in Love With Her Uncle, Kills Husband Days After Wedding - www.lokmattimes.com

Aurangabad, Bihar (July 3, 2025): A newlywed woman allegedly plotted and executed her husband's murder with the help of her aunt's husband, with whom she had been in a relationship for 15 years. The incident took place in Bihar's Aurangabad district. The woman, identified as Gunja Singh, was married just over a month ago to 25-year-old Priyanshu Kumar Singh, a resident of Barwan village under Nabinagar block. According to the reports, Gunja and her aunt's husband, Jeevan Singh, 52, were in a lo...Read More

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PoliticsJul 03, 2025 10:43 AM

3 indians abducted from factory amid al-Qaeda linked terrorist attack; India urges Mali to secure th...

New Delhi [India], July 3 : The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has expressed deep concern over the abduction ... New Delhi [India], July 3 : The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has expressed deep concern over the abduction of three Indian workers from a factory in Mali's Kayes region and urged authorities in the West African country to ensure their "safe and expeditious" rescue. "It has come to the knowledge of the Government of India that many military and government installations at m...Read More

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OtherJul 03, 2025 08:56 AM

BSF neutralizes 2 Pak intruders near International Border in Rajasthan - www.lokmattimes.com

New Delhi [India], May 2 : The Border Security Force (BSF) has neutralized two Pakist intruders near International Border ... New Delhi [India], May 2 : The Border Security Force (BSF) has neutralized two Pakist intruders near International Border in Rajasthan and seized three packets of suspected contraband (heroin) from their possession, the force said on Tuesday. BSF's personnel deputed in its 13 Battalion shot these intruders while they were on patrolling duty on Monday night close to the ...Read More

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PoliticsJul 02, 2025 08:36 PM

Sharad Pawar will take 2-3 days to reconsider his decision to quit as NCP chief: Ajit Pawar - www.lo...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 2 : After Sharad Pawar stepped down as Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief on Tuesday, nephew Ajit Pawar said the NCP veteran would take two to three days to rethink his decision. "We told him (Sharad Pawar) that the workers are quite upset. We also told him that party workers want him to remain the party president along with having a working president. He said he will rethink his decision and needs 2-3 days..." NCP leader Ajit Pawar told reporters as he hel...Read More

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PoliticsJul 02, 2025 08:29 AM

'Let's not be emotional about this...' Ajit Pawar supports Sharad Pawar's decision to step down as N...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 2 : Moments after senior NCP leader Sharad Pawar announced his resignation from the party president's post on Tuesday, his nephew Ajit Pawar supported the former's decision saying that the next party chief will work under Sharad Pawar. "Pawar Saheb (Sharad Pawar) will always be the head of the NCP family. Whoever will be the new President will work only under Pawar Saheb's guidance," Ajit Pawar told the party cadre who were protesting against Sharad Pawar's dec...Read More

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PoliticsJul 01, 2025 11:04 PM

'Pakistan has become safe haven for internationally banned terrorists': Defence Minister Rajnath Sin...

New Delhi [India], July 1 : Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth held a ... New Delhi [India], July 1 : Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth held a telephonic conversation on Tuesday to discuss a wide range of defence-related issues and bilateral cooperation, the Ministry of Defence said in a release. During the call, Singh highlighted Pakistan's long track record of cross-border terrorism and said that it has become a safe ...Read More

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EntertainmentJul 01, 2025 11:03 PM

'Son Of Sardaar 2' title track unveiled - www.lokmattimes.com

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 1 : The title track of Ajay Devgn-starrer 'Son Of Sardaar 2' has been released. Sung by Romy and Sudhir Yaduvanshi, with music composed by Harsh Upadhyay and lyrics penned by Shabbir Ahmed, Khara, and Sukriti Bhardwaj, the song was shot in the "picturesque pinds" of Punjab. In the song's video, Ajay, in a turbaned look, can be seen dancing with full enthusiasm. Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, the film also stars Ravi Kishan, Sanjay Mishra, Mrunal Thakur, Neeru...Read More

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OtherJul 01, 2025 11:03 PM

Navi Mumbai: 2-Day-Old Baby Found Abandoned Outside Orphanage; Parents Traced Within 24 Hours - www....

Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra (July 1, 2025): A shocking incident unfolded in Panvel where a two-day-old newborn girl was found abandoned on a roadside near an orphanage. The infant had been placed in a plastic basket along with a milk bottle, powdered milk, and a handwritten note. The incident came to light early Saturday when locals spotted the baby wrapped in a blanket near Swapnalay Girls' Orphanage in Takka Colony. The note inside the basket read, "Sorry baby. Forgive us for leaving you. We are ...Read More

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EntertainmentJun 30, 2025 11:15 PM

'Storyline stole my heart...': MM Keeravani on composing music for Anupam Kher's 'Tanvi The Great' -...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 30 : Oscar-winning composer MM Keeravani, who has composed the music for actor Anupam Kher's directorial 'Tanvi The Great,' shared how he instantly agreed to be a part of the project. Speaking with ANI, Keeravani, who is best known globally for his work in RRR, said that the idea of the film won his heart in just a few minutes. He also recalled receiving a call from Kher while travelling in Kerala. "When Anupam Sir called me while I was travelling in Kerala, ...Read More

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OtherJun 30, 2025 11:15 PM

Mumbai: Versova Police Arrest Nigerian Woman with Rs 1.42 Crore Worth of Cocaine - www.lokmattimes.c...

Mumbai, Maharashtra (June 30, 2025): Versova police arrested a 34-year-old Nigerian woman on Monday for possession of 418 grams of cocaine. The drugs included 30 capsules and had an estimated value of Rs 1.42 crore. The accused has been identified as Khridtina Idove. She is originally from Hussain Wajidwala in Oneda, Nigeria. She was living in New Delhi and is believed to have been involved in transporting and selling narcotics in Mumbai. Read Also | IIT Bombay Security Breach: Mumbai Crime Bra...Read More

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EntertainmentJun 30, 2025 11:14 PM

Kareena Kapoor marks 25 years in films, shares throwback from 'Refugee' - www.lokmattimes.com

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 30 : Kareena Kapoor Khan has completed 25 years in the Hindi film industry and to celebrate the special moment, Bebo looked back at her journey by sharing old photos from her first film, 'Refugee.' Taking to Instagram on Monday, the 'Jab We Met' actress posted a video that included stills from her debut movie. The pictures included solo shots of her as well as scenes with her co-star Abhishek Bachchan. She also tagged the film's director J. P. Dutta, along wi...Read More

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OtherJun 30, 2025 11:14 PM

Bhopal: Massive Fire Breaks Out at Factory in Bairagarh Area; Firefighters on Scene (Watch Video) - ...

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh (June 30, 2025): A major fire broke out at a factory in the Bairagarh area of Madhya Pradesh's Bhopal on Monday. Several fire engines were rushed to the site as thick smoke rose from the premises. Officials said firefighting operations are underway and no casualties have been reported so far. The cause of the fire is not yet known. Fire brigade personnel are working to bring the situation under control. The area has been sealed as a precaution. In a separate incident ear...Read More

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PoliticsJun 29, 2025 11:02 PM

PMK MLA alleges threat to lives of party functionaries supporting Dr Ramadoss - www.lokmattimes.com

Chennai, June 29 Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) MLA R. Arul on Sunday alleged that there is a threat ... Chennai, June 29 Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) MLA R. Arul on Sunday alleged that there is a threat to the lives of several party functionaries, including him, for expressing support for party founder Dr. S. Ramadoss. Addressing the media here, Arul, who represents Salem West, responded to allegations made by former Union Minister and PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss against his father and party fou...Read More

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BusinessJun 29, 2025 07:34 PM

IFFCO reports highest ever net profit in 2022-23 at Rs 3,053 cr - www.lokmattimes.com

New Delhi [India], May 2 : Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative (IFFCO) posted a record Profit After Tax of Rs ... New Delhi [India], May 2 : Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative (IFFCO) posted a record Profit After Tax of Rs 3,053 crore during the just concluded financial year 2022-23 (April-March), which is a 61 per cent increase on a yearly basis. In a year ago period, it recorded a net profit of Rs 1,884 crore. The rise in profits in 2022-23 could be largely attributed to a rise in nano ...Read More

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BusinessJun 29, 2025 03:49 PM

Puri Temple Stampede: Odisha CM Suspends Two Senior Cops, Transfers Collector and SP - www.lokmattim...

Puri Temple Stampede: At least three devotees were killed in a stampede near the Gundicha Temple in Puri during the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra early Sunday morning. Following the incident, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi ordered the suspension of two senior police officers and the transfer of key district officials. The stampede occurred around 4 a.m. when a large number of devotees gathered near the temple to witness the unveiling of the three deities on their chariots. Chaos reported...Read More

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BusinessJun 29, 2025 03:00 PM

India restricts imports of jute, its derivatives from Bangladesh - www.lokmattimes.com

New Delhi [India], June 29 : India has imposed port restrictions on the import of jute and several of ... New Delhi [India], June 29 : India has imposed port restrictions on the import of jute and several of its derivatives from Bangladesh, with immediate effect, an official from Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) said. The restriction have been put on flax tow and waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock); jute and other textile bast fibers, raw or retted; jute (excluding flax...Read More

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BusinessJun 29, 2025 12:32 PM

Indian stock indices carry positive momentum from past week - www.lokmattimes.com

New Delhi [India], May 2 : Indian stock indices extended their positive momentum from the past week and opened in the green on Tuesday, largely due to firm GST collections and continued foreign fund inflows in April. At 9.33 am, benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty traded up in the 0.5-0.6 per cent range. On Monday, there was no movement on the Indian stock exchanges as they were shut for Maharashtra Day. The gross GST collection in April 2023 was at its all-time high of Rs 187,035 crore, Rs 19,...Read More

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PoliticsJun 28, 2025 05:29 PM

Stalin announces withdrawal of amendment to Tamil Nadu Factories Act, says will never compromise wit...

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 2 : Extending his greetings on International Labour Day, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday announced the withdrawal of the amendment to the Tamil Nadu Factories Act stating that the state government will never compromise with the welfare of the labours. While addressing the May Day celebrations in Chennai, Stalin said, "To attract huge investments in Tamil Nadu and to create employment opportunities for thousands of youngsters from North and South T...Read More