Maharashtra has directed officials to begin transferring ₹5,000 in advance drought relief to eligible farmers this week. The assistance is expected to cover around 1.5 crore farmers across drought-affected areas. Beneficiary verification and updated records remain important, while detailed exclusion criteria require confirmation from official government documents.
Counting began on October 27, 2026, for Maharashtra’s five Legislative Council graduate and teachers’ constituencies. In the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar graduate constituency, an early report said Satish Chavan led Pratapsinh Patil in the first 100 postal ballots counted. The final result remains subject to the full counting process.
A video allegedly exposing dishonest behaviour by a person begging on the street is circulating on social media. The incident has sparked discussion about helping people in need while remaining cautious about possible misuse of public sympathy. The video’s location, identity and full context remain unverified.
A controversy has emerged after a chemical company in Ranjangaon reportedly received relief from action taken by Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration following the Pune toxic liquor tragedy. Minister Narhari Zirwal has defended the appeal process, while allegations of political pressure remain disputed and require documentary verification.
Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Suryavanshi delivered an explosive opening partnership in the India vs New Zealand third T20, reportedly adding 133 runs in just 7.1 overs. The performance drew attention, while captain Shreyas Iyer’s post-match remarks also became a talking point.
The Pradeep Purnekar murder case has triggered renewed protests in Thane, with family members staging a sit-in at Naupada Police Station and a road blockade reported outside. Former MP Rajan Vichare and Kedar Dighe joined the family seeking details about the SIT investigation and its progress.
The Pune Teachers’ Constituency election has set the victory quota at 25,756 votes after 51,511 valid votes were recorded. BJP candidate Kaustubh Gawde is reportedly leading, while Sachin Sanap, backed by Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena, and Congress-MVA candidate Jayant Asgaonkar remain key contenders.
Dharashiv Collector Kirti Kiran Pujar has assured support for farmers, agricultural labourers and rural families facing drought-related challenges. A farmer dialogue organised by TISS Tuljapur highlighted employment, fodder, water management, sustainable farming and mental health support, alongside plans for a dedicated dialogue helpline.
Gondia district is implementing a national deworming campaign for children and adolescents aged 1–19 years. Health officials inspected schools and anganwadis across several talukas. A mop-up day is scheduled for November 3 to reach eligible children who missed the October 27 dose.
Vote counting has begun for the Nagpur Division Graduate Constituency, with 165,909 ballot papers taken up for counting, including 204 valid postal ballots. The first round is planned to cover 84,000 ballot papers across counting tables.
