Western Maharashtra

Crop loss in hailstorm-hit Baramati: Compensation paid to Pawar kin

The tehsildar's office of Baramati has credited Rs 13,050 and Rs 30,000 into accounts of Ajit PAwar's mother Ashatai and brother Srinivas.

LS polls: 31% polling recorded in Maharashtra's 19 constituencies

The highest voter turnout so far was recorded in Kolhapur at 40.65 per cent, followed by Hathkanangale in Western Maharashtra at 39.80 percent.

Photos: On the campaign trail with Congress leader Supriya Sule

A close look at Congress leader Supriya Sule campaigning for the polls in Western Maharashtra.

No chance for Sena-BJP: In Baramati, Supriya Sule takes Pawar's legacy forward

Supriya Sule is expected to win easily in Baramati, but she's also preparing for a larger role, of fashioning the NCP's future.

Maharashtra: All political parties woo hailstorm-hit farmers

Back to back drought in 2011 and 2012 followed by the hailstorm this year have caused huge crop loss. The relief package will be an important election agenda.