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The CBI intensified its NEET paper leak investigation in Maharashtra’s Nanded with raids and questioning at multiple residences. Officials suspect families paid lakhs for leaked exam papers after unusually high NEET scores triggered scrutiny into coaching institutes, financial links, and interstate leak networks

The CBI and Rajasthan Police have intensified the NEET 2026 paper leak probe, detaining 16 suspects across multiple states. Investigators suspect an inter-state network spanning Maharashtra, Haryana, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu involved in distributing leaked exam material

Rahul Gandhi alleged that the BJP has built a system to “steal elections” across states including Haryana and Maharashtra. Speaking during a yatra in Gurugram, he accused the ruling party of controlling institutions and warned of public backlash

A senior Mumbai Police officer was arrested in Mumbai under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act for allegedly molesting a minor in Worli, prompting a wider investigation and serious accountability concerns

Food and Drug Administration Maharashtra has mandated restaurants across Maharashtra to disclose whether paneer dishes use real dairy or substitutes. The rule aims to ensure transparency, prevent consumer deception, and standardize labelling across menus and food outlets

The Telangana Civil Supplies Department has increased fuel supply by 126 per cent to tackle panic buying and cross-border demand. Officials said strict monitoring and emergency measures are in place to ensure uninterrupted fuel access, especially for farmers.

Maharashtra has paused immediate licence cancellations for taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers over Marathi language compliance, shifting to a training-focused drive from May to August, with surveys planned before stricter enforcement of the mandatory language requirement resumes

A Maharashtra ATS probe found alleged extremist material after arresting Zaib Zubair Ansari, who reportedly attacked security guards in Mira Road after religious questioning, with officials citing possible self-radicalisation and a lone-wolf terror pattern under investigation

Rohit Pawar alleged a prima facie link between Nashik godman Ashok Kharat and the fatal plane crash that killed Ajit Pawar, urging CID interrogation while submitting evidence amid ongoing multi-agency investigations

Despite police action, the spurious cotton seed menace continues in Mancherial, with cases rising in recent years. Smugglers operate across State borders, targeting farmers with illegal seeds, while enforcement gaps and alleged corruption hamper control efforts.

Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh have been appointed brand ambassadors of MSRTC for five years. The actor couple will promote road safety and awareness campaigns. Their appointment was formalised at Mantralaya in the presence of top Maharashtra government officials.

Police in Nagpur arrested Riyaz Kazi of Universal Multipurpose Society over alleged religious conversion and misconduct complaints involving children, with authorities investigating possible wider networks and funding behind the reported activities

The National Human Rights Commission issued notices to Maharashtra authorities and Tata Consultancy Services over alleged sexual exploitation and forced conversion at its Nashik office, seeking detailed reports on FIRs, POSH compliance and internal mechanisms

Allegations of forced religious conversion and exploitation at TCS Nashik have sparked a political storm in Maharashtra. Leaders across parties have demanded a thorough probe, while police have arrested several employees and widened the investigation into multiple complaints

Maharashtra has initiated plans to build a 100,000-seat world-class cricket stadium in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The project, discussed by MCA President Ajinkya Naik and CIDCO officials, aims to strengthen sports infrastructure and position the state as a global sporting hub.

Turmeric prices have dropped by around Rs 2,000 per quintal as exports to West Asia slow due to the ongoing Iran-Israel-US conflict. Farmers allege traders are exploiting the situation, while production remains high in Telangana.

Indian Railways clinched the 72nd Senior Men’s National Kabaddi Championship in Vadodara, defeating Maharashtra 49–31 in the final. The tournament featured dominant wins, major upsets and standout individual performances, reinforcing the Nationals’ status as the cornerstone of Indian kabaddi

A massive blast at SBL Energy Limited explosives factory in Nagpur, Maharashtra, killed 17 and injured 18. PMO announced ex-gratia relief, while rescue operations continue. Authorities, including NDRF and PESO teams, are investigating the cause of the tragedy

Attapur police have registered two cases following an incident involving cattle transporters and gau rakshaks. One case was booked under the Cow Slaughter and Animal Cruelty Acts, while another was filed against a group accused of attacking the transporters.

A Japanese woman learning a new Marathi word daily went viral, sparking debate on linguistic respect in Maharashtra. Raj Thackeray praised foreigners’ efforts to embrace local language and culture, urging locals to strengthen Marathi through economic and social engagement