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Maharashtra's Hindi Language Mandate Sparks Tensions

The Maharashtra government's April 2025 mandate of Hindi as a third language in schools ignited a controversy, with protests and accusations of cultural imposition by critics who fear the marginalization of the Marathi language and identity.

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Mass Hair Loss Baffles Indian Village: Investigation Underway

Over 200 people in 12 villages of Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India, have experienced sudden, rapid hair loss since January 2025, prompting investigations into potential causes and resulting in social stigma within affected communities.

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12 Killed in India Train Accident After Passengers Jump from Train

Twelve passengers died and six were injured in western India on Wednesday after jumping from their train to escape a rumored fire and being struck by another train; the incident occurred near the Pardhade railroad station in Maharashtra State, 255 miles northeast of Mumbai.

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Curfew Imposed in Nagpur After Violence Over Aurangzeb's Tomb

A curfew was imposed in parts of Nagpur, India, after violence erupted over demands to remove the tomb of 17th-century Mughal emperor Aurangzeb; over 50 people were detained, and 33 police officers were injured following the clashes between Hindu groups and the police.

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False Fire Alarm on Indian Train Causes 12 Deaths

A false fire alarm on India's Pushpak Express train in Maharashtra led to passengers jumping onto the tracks, resulting in a collision with the Karnataka Express and at least 12 deaths; the incident highlights the dangers of misinformation and aging railway infrastructure.

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Indian State Elections Test Modi's Popularity

State elections in India's Maharashtra and Jharkhand test the popularity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party.

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