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School holiday August 22, 2026: Will schools remain closed on Saturday? From Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand to Maharashtra, check rain alerts & state-wise updates

School holiday Tomorrow: On Saturday, August 22, 2026, In Puducherry, schools will enjoy a two-day break for examination responsibilities. Meanwhile, states like Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh have not yet confirmed any statewide school closures. Similarly, Maharashtra and Gujarat have yet to make announcements regarding holidays for this date.

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Why Shiva Appeared After a Demon Attacked His Lingam

What would happen if someone raised a sword against a Shiva Lingam? According to the traditional story of Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga, the answer was beyond anything the demon Bhima could have imagined. A powerful ruler, filled with anger and pride, believed that his strength could silence everyone who stood against him.…

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Ebix and NSDL Payments Bank cross one crore registrations Under MSRTC NCMC Programmes.

Over one crore NCMC RuPay smartcards were registered in five months. These cards now serve MSRTC concessional passengers across Maharashtra's villages. The digital passes replace old paper systems, improving verification and reducing misuse. This initiative aligns with Prime Minister Modi's Digital India 'One Nation, One Card' vision. Future plans include…

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‘I travel 6 hours every day’: Man working in Mumbai says commute leaves time only to sleep, wakes up at 5am

A Maharashtra-based employee has described spending around six hours each day commuting between Badlapur and Goregaon for a Rs 35,000 monthly salary. The worker says the journey involves local trains, a train change at Dadar and a 30-minute shared-rickshaw wait, with work and travel consuming most of the day. Reddit…

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The Nine-Yard Nauvari Saree and the Maharashtrian Women Who Refuse to Let the Drape Die

The drape that was built for doing, not displayingMost sarees ask you to slow down. The nauvari does not. The nine-yard drape is pulled between the legs and tucked at the back, leaving the wearer's stride unbroken, a silhouette closer to a dhoti than to the decorative six-yard arrangements most…

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School holiday August 21, 2026: Will schools remain closed on Friday? From Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand to Maharashtra, check rain alerts & state-wise updates

School holiday August 21, 2026: As heavy monsoon rains sweep across various regions of India, concerns arise regarding potential school closures. Local authorities are vigilant, monitoring the weather for risks such as landslides and waterlogging. While there are no formal announcements for school closures on August 21, 2026, students and…

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Weather Tomorrow August 21: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh forecast and upcoming weather outlook

Weather Tomorrow August 21: Several areas in India are bracing for heavy rainfall, prompting new weather alerts. On August 21, Delhi and Punjab can expect light to moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms. Meanwhile, Maharashtra is preparing for morning storms, and Jammu and Kashmir are likely to have a mix of…

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Sinhagad Fort clash: How right-wing outfit's objection to girl's shorts led to a fight near Tanaji Malusare memorial

A man was allegedly assaulted at Maharashtra's Sinhagad Fort after an argument broke out over a young girl wearing shorts. Police have registered an FIR against eight members of a right-wing outfit, including three women, and launched a search for the accused.

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Weather Tomorrow August 20: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and more

Weather Tomorrow August 20: Several regions will experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms on August 20. In Delhi, moderate rain is anticipated along with overcast skies. Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir are under warning for intense rain and possible lightning strikes. Additionally, Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra are set for heavy showers,…

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ECI revises Maharashtra SIR schedule, final voter list to be published on November 4

The Election Commission has announced an updated schedule for Maharashtra's electoral roll, pushing back crucial deadlines. The publication of the draft electoral roll is now slated for August 31, with the deadline for objections set for September 30. The rationalization of polling stations will wrap up by August 24, and…

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School holiday August 20, 2026: Will schools remain closed on Monday? From J&K, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Uttrakhand to Maharashtra, check rain alerts & state-wise updates

School holiday August 20: Tomorrow's monsoon rains may lead to school closures in multiple regions of India, particularly in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh, where heavy rainfall is expected. While there are no confirmed statewide school holidays for August 20, authorities are proactively assessing potential flooding and landslide impacts…

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Action against drivers without Marathi knowledge from Aug 20: Maharashtra minister

A drive will begin against drivers without working Marathi knowledge. Notices will be issued, followed by license suspension if compliance is not met. Additional Transport Commissioner Ravi Gaikwad will lead the month-long statewide initiative. Drivers face a one-month notice to acquire Marathi proficiency. Failure can result in license suspension and…

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Tukaram Mundhe led-FDA ordered to pay Rs 5 lakh fine to a Pune sweet shop for suspending licence despite 98% compliance

Bombay High Court has ordered Tukaram Mundhe-led Maharashtra FDA to pay Rs 5 lakh compensation to a Pune sweets shop after questioning the continued suspension of its food licence despite a follow-up inspection showing 98% compliance with safety norms.

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Why Konkan Village Homestays Are the Slow Travel Experience the Mumbai-Goa Highway Never Gives You

The Highway Promises Arrival. The Village Delivers Something Else.You have driven it, or you know someone who has. The Mumbai-Goa highway, NH 66 threading through coastal Maharashtra, is a corridor of arrival anxiety. The clock runs. The kilometres count down. Somewhere past Chiplun you stop for chai and a vada…

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'Major impact in 8-10 days': Maharashtra FDA chief warns of strict action over rules violations by eateries near educational institutions

Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe on Tuesday said strict action would be taken against violations of law at eateries operating near educational institutions and said that the intensified enforcement drive would have a "major impact" in the next 8-10 days.

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India set sights on top 10 positions for 2036 and 2048 Olympics via Khelo India Revamped Scheme

India aims for top ten Olympic finish in 2036 and top five in 2048. The Khelo India Revamped Scheme has a budget of Rs 36,441 crores. This plan focuses on talent identification and sports infrastructure development. Athletes will receive increased support and training opportunities across the nation. Maharashtra will strengthen…

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Pune police impose 14-day prohibitory order; restrict gatherings till August 31

Pune police have imposed prohibitory orders for fourteen days starting Tuesday. These restrictions ban public assemblies and effigy burning ahead of upcoming festivals. Congress leader Pawan Khera claims the order aims to disrupt Rahul Gandhi's scheduled programme. The prohibitory order will remain in effect until August thirty-first. Violators will face…

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School holiday August 19, 2026: Will schools remain closed on Monday? From J&K, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Uttrakhand to Maharashtra, check rain alerts & state-wise updates

School holiday August 19, 2026: Heavy monsoon activity persists across various regions in India, prompting local authorities to evaluate school operations for safety amidst the rainfall. While no national holiday has been declared for August 19, 2026, regions including Delhi-NCR, Jammu and Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh are closely observing weather…

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Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Act to come into force on August 28: What changes

Maharashtra's Freedom of Religion Act, 2026 will take effect on August 28. This legislation prohibits religious conversions through coercion, fraud, or inducement. Unlawful conversions involving minors or vulnerable groups face severe penalties. The law mandates police to register complaints regarding alleged unlawful conversions. It aims to regulate religious conversions across…

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Who pays for repair of leakage from a neighbour's bathroom? Maharashtra co-op court clarifies housing society's liability

Leakage in concealed plumbing lines of 1st floor bathroom led to ground floor residents facing water leakage; Maharashtra court rules housing society cannot be held responsible for leakage or repairs inside individual units

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India weighs sugar import duty cut to curb record local prices

In an effort to reign in soaring domestic sugar prices, India is thinking about lowering its sugar import duty. This response is geared toward boosting local supply ahead of the upcoming festival demand spike. Concerns regarding El Niño and subpar monsoon rains have cast shadows over sugarcane harvests. Ex-mill sugar…

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How Zinc Deficiency Quietly Damages Immunity and Fertility in Indian Adults, and What to Eat

What Zinc Is Actually Doing Inside YouZinc is not a single-purpose mineral. It is a cofactor in more than 300 enzymatic reactions, wound healing, cell division, protein synthesis, and the production of white blood cells that form the first line of immune defence. When zinc drops below optimal levels, the…

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Cardamom or pan masala? Why Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, Tiger Shroff face FDA action over Vimal ads

Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration has warned Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff over advertisements for Vimal cardamoms, saying the brand is largely associated with prohibited pan masala. The actors have been asked to explain their endorsements within 15 days and remove the advertisements from social media.

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Maharashtra SIR: Over 2 crore voter forms uncollected; NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar raises objections

More than two crore voter forms remain uncollected in Maharashtra during the ongoing revision process. Electors were either absent, deceased, or had shifted their residences, according to official data. NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar raised objections regarding the exclusion of these voter names. He claimed that around 34 lakh voters…

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Tukaram Mundhe's FDA now targets Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn & Tiger Shroff over pan masala-linked ad

The Maharashtra FDA has issued notices to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff over their advertisement for a chewing elaichi brand. The regulator alleges that the promotion may violate food safety rules and indirectly promote a brand associated with pan masala. The action comes amid the FDA’s broader…

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