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Maharashtra bets on AI to solve Konkan’s oldest mystery

June 30, 2026 2:08 am

Maharashtra has earmarked ₹15 crore for a four-year project that will use AI, drone imaging and archaeological research to analyse thousands of prehistoric petroglyphs across 107 Konkan villages, bolstering efforts to secure UNESCO World Heritage status for the sites.

Konkan Route Monsoon Timetable 2026: Central Railway revises timings of 46 trains, including Vande Bharat and Rajdhani Express

Central Railway Monsoon Timetable 2026: 40 Konkan route trains get new timings, including Vande Bharat and Duronto Express

May 30, 2026 4:00 pm

The Central Railway has announced its Monsoon Timetable 2026 for trains operating on the Konkan route. A total of 40 train timings have been revised that include premium services such as Vande Bharat Express, Duronto Express and Tejas Express. Check the full list of trains, revised timings and route details here.

Pune on my plate: From Mastani to Kokum, the iconic summer drinks that define the city

May 29, 2026 3:35 pm

Long before global soft drink giants entered India, Pune already had its own fizzy favourite. Ardeshir, popularly known as Ardy's, began in 1884 — two years before Coca-Cola was invented in the United States.

5 beautiful coastal towns in Konkan to visit this summer

May 26, 2026 12:30 pm

Stretching along Maharashtra’s western coastline, the Konkan region offers quiet beaches, historic forts, seafood delicacies, and charming seaside towns perfect for a summer escape.

Six friends on trip to Konkan dead as SUV falls into gorge in Tamhini Ghat

November 20, 2025 10:17 pm

According to senior police inspector Mohan Khandare of Uttam Nagar police station, the victims were friends and had gone to the Konkan region in a Mahindra Thar SUV.

How individual efforts at conservation in the Konkan could pave the way to policy decisions

April 20, 2025 4:11 pm

Ratnagiri has almost 900 sacred groves that used to be thick with old trees and endemic species of birds and animals.

Monsoon vigorous over Konkan-Goa, IMD issues 'orange' alert until July 13

July 10, 2024 11:44 am

Mumbai will continue to witness heavy rain. Due to rough sea conditions, the IMD has advised fishermen to stay off the high seas in northern Maharashtra.

‘Won’t vote for MVA without clear stand on refinery project’: Barsu-Solgaon protestors mull fielding own candidate for LS polls

March 05, 2024 5:22 pm

The decision by the Barsu Solgaon Panchkroshi Refinery Virodhi Sanghatna is likely to impact the Sena (UBT) which considers the Konkan region its bastion after Mumbai.

Aaditya Thackeray to begin two-day Konkan tour today

November 23, 2023 3:42 am

Even as the tour is considered to be significant owing to the upcoming election of Konkan Graduate Constituency, a party functionary said the aim is to strengthen the youth cadre of Konkan region for the upcoming Lok Sabha and Assembly polls.

Barsu-Solgaon refinery project row: MNS chief appeals to people in Konkan to be alert while selling land

May 13, 2023 4:10 pm

Raj Thackeray claimed Sharad Pawar really wanted to step down as NCP chief and wondered whether he changed his decision due to his nephew Ajit Pawar's behaviour.