Pune authorities have imposed a 10-day ban on heavy and multi-axle vehicles from June 15 to June 24 to combat traffic congestion and reduce accidents. Approved commercial vehicles will operate at night, while essential services are exempt.

Pune has registered its highest June minimum temperature since 2019 amid a delayed monsoon. The city, along with other parts of Maharashtra, is experiencing above-normal temperatures due to weak monsoon conditions.

Mumbai Metro Line 3 commuters can now access mobile network services underground, ending a period of connectivity blackouts. Airtel and Vodafone Idea services have rolled out in phases, with full coverage expected soon.

Mumbai's Chor Bazaar continues to be a significant destination for vintage camera collectors, with shops like Ahmed Camera House preserving the legacy of analog photography amidst a wide array of antiques and second-hand goods.

Mumbai's water crisis has deepened as the Mumbai Water Tanker Association (MWTA) begins an indefinite strike over new groundwater extraction rules, impacting thousands of households and businesses. The strike coincides with a BMC-imposed water cut, exacerbating shortages across the city.

A 28-year-old law graduate died and a woman was hospitalized following medical emergencies at a crowded techno music concert in Worli, Mumbai. Police have registered a case against event organizers for alleged negligence.

Iba a ser la primera vez tras 17 años que Scandinavian Airlines System, la aerolínea escandinava, volaba a la India, en la ruta entre Copenhague y Mumbai. Un Airbus 330 cubría la ruta normalmente cuando sobre el espacio aéreo de Azerbaiyán, el centro de control de Copenhague instruyó a los pilotos para retornar al punto […]

Leaders of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) in Maharashtra have denied reports of internal rifts following expressions of discontent by senior leaders. Sunetra Pawar, who heads the party, has emphasized unity amidst recent challenges.

Authorities have stated that out of 5,043 mangrove trees identified within the Virar-Alibaug Multimodal Corridor's affected zone, only 449 are expected to be permanently lost, with plans for replanting and conservation in place.

India's monsoon progression follows predictable geographic patterns, with coastal cities receiving rain weeks before inland areas. Breaks down arrival dates, rainfall intensity, and travel implications for different regions during monsoon onset.

Mumbai Police have filed an FIR against an Instagram user for allegedly posting derogatory and abusive content against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reportedly using deepfake technology. The investigation is ongoing.

Temporary ground staff at Mumbai airport went on strike on Monday, disrupting Air India and other airline operations. An Air India flight from Hyderabad to Mumbai was grounded, leaving passengers stranded. The strike was called off after management assured employees their demands would be considered.

Mumbai's Vidyavihar East-West Connector project, delayed for decades, is set to involve the felling of 213 trees. The BMC plans compensatory afforestation in Panvel, raising environmental concerns amidst the city's heatwave.

Summer tech helps beat heat Rising heat in Mumbai is driving demand for cooling gadgets, smart appliances, and summer-focused tech products.

Maharashtra's Balbharati textbook list for 2026-27 offers no indication of changes to the current language system, leaving the status of Hindi as a compulsory third language uncertain amidst ongoing policy debates and publication delays.

A biker in Pune narrowly escaped serious injury when strong winds dislodged a steel sheet from an under-construction metro site, causing it to fall onto a busy highway. An inquiry and safety audit have been ordered.

The Bombay High Court has ordered a performance audit of the Maharashtra Slum Areas Act, 1971, observing that the goal of a "slum-free" Mumbai remains unfulfilled after 55 years. An expert committee will be formed to review the Act's implementation and propose improvements.

A Swiss national, adopted as an infant, has reunited with her biological mother in Mumbai after a decades-long search, facilitated by the Adoptee Rights Council in Pune. The reunion follows years of searching and a confirmed DNA match.

Mumbai police are investigating the unexplained deaths of a family of four, with initial theories of watermelon poisoning largely ruled out. Forensic findings suggest possible poisoning, and authorities await further reports.

Doctors at Mumbai's Sion Hospital remove a sickle-like tool lodged in a man's skull.

Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik has announced that all commercial passenger vehicle drivers must communicate in Marathi starting May 1, 2026. A verification drive will assess language skills and licenses, with a focus on awareness and training.

Mumbai is celebrating the peak mango season with a diverse range of culinary creations at its restaurants, alongside cultural festivals and significant export activity, highlighting the fruit's importance in the city's identity.

The inauguration of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway's 'Missing Link' project was marred by severe traffic jams, leaving thousands of commuters stranded for hours. The new bypass aims to reduce travel time and congestion.

Investigators revealed the accused in the Mira Road stabbing claimed the attack was a 'first step' to joining ISIS and that he expected to die. The Maharashtra ATS is probing the incident for ideological motives.

NCP MP Supriya Sule was stranded for over two hours on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway due to traffic congestion caused by the inauguration of the "Missing Link" project and long weekend travel, forcing her to miss a Maharashtra Day event. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis apologized for the gridlock.

Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar) Supriya Sule leader shared a video of the long traffic jam, with motorists around her interacting with her.

The Congress party has decided to back Shiv Sena (UBT) nominee Ambadas Danve for the Maharashtra Legislative Council polls, resolving internal friction within the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance.

Around 400 residents in Mumbai's Darukhana successfully blocked the demolition of approximately 120 homes by forming a human wall, protesting against a notice issued by the Mumbai Port Authority.

The Maharashtra government has postponed immediate punitive action against auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers for not knowing Marathi, extending the compliance period to August 15 with a focus on training and awareness rather than license cancellations. The move comes after significant pushback from driver unions seeking more time to learn the state language.

A family of four, including parents and two daughters, tragically died in Mumbai's Pydhonie area due to suspected food poisoning after consuming watermelon. Police are investigating the incident and awaiting forensic reports.