Maharashtra: Latest news, politics, business, and culture

Maharashtra moves fast — it's India's richest state, home to Mumbai and Pune, and a place where politics, business, and culture collide every day. If you care about city growth, state government decisions, festival timing, or the next big Marathi film, this tag collects the stories that matter in one place.

What you'll find here

Quick headlines and deep reads on Maharashtra's key beats: state politics, urban development, industry and startups, farming and rural updates, crime and courts, transport and local infrastructure, plus cultural coverage from Marathi cinema to Ganeshotsav. We group local reports, explainers, and analysis so you can scan headlines or open full articles when you want context.

Wondering about a policy change in Mumbai’s municipal rules or a new highway plan outside Nagpur? You'll find clear summaries that explain who is affected and what comes next. Looking for match reports, box office news, or festival schedules? Those are here too, written in plain language with the essentials up front.

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If you want faster local tips, check the short briefs for traffic alerts, public transport changes, and school or market closures. We keep practical details like timings, impacted areas, official advisories, and links to government notices so you don't have to hunt across multiple sites.

We also publish explainers that break complex issues into easy steps: how a new state law affects property buyers, what a court ruling means for business owners, or how seasonal rainfall is shaping crop forecasts. These pieces give clear action points — who to contact, where to find forms, and timelines to watch.

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Finally, if you're planning a visit or moving to the state, check our practical guides on neighborhoods, commute times, schools, and employment hotspots. We update these guides regularly so readers get current information, not outdated listings.

Bookmark this tag for quick access to everything Maharashtra. Whether you want immediate headlines or thoughtful analysis, we make it easy to stay informed and act on local news.

We highlight reporting from Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Aurangabad and Solapur, with separate coverage for rural districts like Vidarbha and Marathwada. Expect regular updates on monsoon forecasts, sugarcane pricing, state budget breaks, and Bollywood shoots in Mumbai. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for fast visuals, or join our Facebook community to discuss local stories with other readers.

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14 Oct
Maharashtra to Honor Baba Siddique with State Funeral Amidst Political Turmoil
Collen Khosa 0 Comments

Following the tragic assassination of Baba Siddique, a prominent NCP leader and former minister, the Maharashtra government has decided to honor him with full state funeral honors. The chilling incident has raised alarm bells about the rising criminal activities in the state and ignited political debates across India. As investigations intensify, authorities have already arrested two suspects, with a manhunt underway for a third accomplice.

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