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Mumbai, Sep 28 (PTI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday reviewed the rainfall situation and ongoing relief operations in eight Marathwada districts and Solapur, and directed officials to intensify field-level efforts. Incessant rains battered several parts of Marathwada on Saturday, cutting off villages and inundating low-lying roads and bridges in the traditionally drought-prone region. Solapur, located in western Maharashtra, has also witnessed heavy rains and crop damage ...Read More >
Uddhav Thackeray, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief, urged the Centre to announce a Rs 10,000 crore package for Marathwada. The region suffered extensive damage from recent rains. Thackeray requested banks not to deduct loan installments from compensation amounts. Devendra Fadnavis assured relief efforts were underway. He also cautioned against politicizing the situation. Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Tuesday demanded that the Centre announce an assistance package of Rs 10,000 crore for Marathw ...Read More >
Thane, Sep 27 (PTI) The Navi Mumbai police have destroyed drugs worth Rs 26.48 crore seized in various cases as part of its anti-narcotics campaign, an official said on Saturday. Seized contraband, recovered in 35 cases, was officially disposed of at the government-authorised Mumbai Waste Management Company in Taloja, Panvel (Raigad district) on Friday, the official said. According to the Navi Mumbai police, this was the second such large-scale disposal of drugs this year. "Drugs worth Rs 11. ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday to seek help for farmers who have suffered major losses due to heavy rains. The Centre will send a team to Maharashtra to assess the damage. Based on their report, the Union government is likely to announce a relief package for farmers. Later, Fadnavis said he handed over a memorandum to the Prime Minister on the situation in Maharashtra. "The Prime Minister asked the state government to send a propo ...Read More >
Fadnavis handed over a memorandum to the prime minister, briefing him about the flood situation and the extent of damage. "I have submitted a memorandum to the Prime Minister on my behalf, and that of the two deputy chief ministers. We have apprised him about the flood situation in Maharashtra, the extent of damage and requested him to help the state through the mechanism of NDRF to the full extent," the Maharashtra CM told reporters. "The prime minister asked the state government to send a pr ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 26 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Friday and apprised him of the heavy rains, flood situation, and the resulting losses faced by farmers in the state. He also submitted a memorandum seeking substantial Central assistance. Prime Minister Modi assured that the Union Government would firmly stand behind Maharashtra's farmers. Apart from this, CM Fadnavis discussed in detail issues including the Defen ...Read More >
Heavy rain and flooding in the state over the last few days, mainly in the Marathwada region, has resulted in 14 deaths so far while another 19 people are reported missing. Over this month, 17.8 lakh hectares of crop has been impacted, according to preliminary estimates.After visiting flood-affected areas, CM Devendra Fadnavis said the govt would make norms flexible to provide blanket relief to all those affected. "Govt will extend support not only to farmers but also to households, shopkeepers ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 26 (ANI): The Maharashtra state government on Thursday submitted a detailed memorandum to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, seeking assistance from the National Disaster Relief Fund (NDRF) to support farmers who have suffered massive losses due to heavy rainfall across the region. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis shared the update on his X handle, stating, "A detailed memorandum was submitted today to our leader, the country's Home Minister, Hon. ...Read More >
Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis handed over a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, requesting urgent financial assistance to support flood-affected people in the state. Amit Shah was in Mumbai on Thursday to attend a public function. In the letter, CM Fadnavis expressed deep concern over the heavy rainfall and severe flooding that has impacted multiple districts across Maharashtra. He highlighted that the natural disaster has caused unexpected damage to agricultural lan ...Read More >
Pune: In recent days, it can be said that Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is more active than ever, as he is making regular visits and holding key meetings with the city BJP from time to time. Pune district, traditionally a bastion of the Pawar family from Baramati, saw a change in 2017, when two key municipal elections of Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad were won by the BJP. However, both factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) still hold power ...Read More >
Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced on Monday that his administration will establish a fund to finance organ transplants and other medical treatments exceeding Rs 5 lakh. Fadnavis mentioned at a meeting of the governing council of the State Health Assurance Society that the program will broaden the coverage of health insurance schemes. He instructed the state medical education and drugs department to develop a detailed policy for offering inclusive cancer treatment se ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Economic Offences Wing of Mumbai police has recorded the statement of Shilpa Shetty's husband Raj Kundra in a Rs. 60 crore alleged fraud case. Mumbai Police shared an update in the case and stated: "Investigations are going on against actress Shilpa Shetty and her husband Raj Kundra in an alleged fraud case of Rs. 60 crore. A summon was issued by the Economic Offences Wing of Mumbai Police to Raj Kundra. He was asked to appear before police for the investigation." They further stat ...Read More >
Mumbai: Senior BJP Minister Girish Mahajan recently surprised his party workers by offering them advice on how to deal with the Opposition. At a party function, he asked them not to oppose their political opponents. "Shut their mouths, induct them into the BJP," the minister said. Senior BJP Minister Girish Mahajan's Statement Addressing a party workshop at Jamner, his hometown in Jalgaon district, Mahajan said several leaders and workers from other parties were joining the BJP. "The incoming ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 9 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday launched the seventh instalment of the 'Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Kisan Yojana', under which a total of Rs 1892.61 crore will be transferred to the bank accounts of 91,65,156 farmers in the state. The government has launched Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Kisan Yojana on the lines of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana to ensure financial stability for farmers by annually providing financial assistance of Rs 6,000. T ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 15 (ANI): Acharya Devvrat, who has been serving as the Governor of Gujarat, was on Monday sworn in as the Governor of Maharashtra in a solemn ceremony held at the Darbar Hall of Raj Bhavan in Mumbai. Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court Justice Shree Chandrashekhar administered the oath of office to Devvrat. Significantly, the Governor chose to read his oath in Sanskrit, drawing attention to the rich cultural heritage of the language. Also Read | 'Taj ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 15 (ANI): Acharya Devvrat, who has been serving as the Governor of Gujarat, was on Monday sworn in as the Governor of Maharashtra in a solemn ceremony held at the Darbar Hall of Raj Bhavan in Mumbai. Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court Justice Shree Chandrashekhar administered the oath of office to Devvrat. Significantly, the Governor chose to read his oath in Sanskrit, drawing attention to the rich cultural heritage of the language. Maharashtra Chief ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 15 (ANI): Acharya Devvrat, who has been serving as the Governor of Gujarat, was on Monday sworn in as the Governor of Maharashtra in a solemn ceremony held at the Darbar Hall of Raj Bhavan in Mumbai. Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court Justice Shree Chandrashekhar administered the oath of office to Devvrat. Significantly, the Governor chose to read his oath in Sanskrit, drawing attention to the rich cultural heritage of the language. Maharashtra Chief ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 15 (UNI) Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat today sworn in as the Governor of Maharashtra. The oath-taking ceremony took place at the Darbar Hall in Raj Bhavan, here. Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court, Shri Chandrashekhar, administered the oath of office to Devvrat, who took the oath in Sanskrit. The ceremony was attended by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and other dignitaries. Governor Acharya Devvrat has been given the addi ...Read More >
MUMBAI: A monorail train came to an abrupt halt on tracks due to a "technical fault" in Mumbai on Monday morning, following which 17 passengers onboard were rescued, officials said. The incident took place between the Antop Hill Bus Depot and GTBN monorail station in Wadala, they said. The incident was reported at 7.16 am due to some "technical fault," a civic official said as per the information received from the Mumbai police control room. The stranded passengers were rescued after about 45 ...Read More >
MUMBAI: The OBC versus Maratha community tussle over reservation is heating up with OBC leader and NCP minister Chhagan Bhujbal on Friday taking his own government to task for bending backwards for the Maratha community on reservations. "The Maratha community gets Rs 25,000 crore (under various state government schemes whereas the OBC community gets Rs 5,000 crore. Where is justice in this. For the Maratha community there are newer announcements (of govt schemes) almost every other day," said B ...Read More >
The initiative by Kalaawant Trust highlights concerns over loud sound systems in public processions despite laws, rules, and court directives. The Trust has demanded a strict ban on DJs, Dolby, and other high-decibel systems during religious and cultural events, anniversaries of national figures, and decorative rallies, according to a press release. Representatives noted that visarjan processions in Latur, Solapur, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar were DJ-free this year, winning appreciation. Howe ...Read More >
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 15 (ANI): Pune's dhol troupe launched a signature campaign under the initiative "DJ and Dolby-free Processions." The campaign started on Sunday at Bal Gandharva Rang Mandir Kalaawant Trust's initiative aims to address growing concerns about noise pollution during Ganesh Chaturthi and other festivals. Also Read | Emmy Awards 2025: Check Out the Winners of 77th Primetime Emmy Awards - See Full List. Despite existing laws, rules, and court directives, loud s ...Read More >
Thane: A massive car rally was held on Sunday from Bhiwandi in Thane district to Jassai village in Navi Mumbai, demanding that the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport be named after late farmer leader D. B. Patil.The rally, which began from the Mankoli area in Bhiwandi, witnessed participation of over 2,500 vehicles and nearly 12,000 people from Thane, Raigad, Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Palghar, and Nashik. The demonstration drew significant public attention as supporters lined the route to exp ...Read More >
Lucknow, Sep 13 (PTI) The Uttar Pradesh government has begun preparations to make Deepotsav 2025 in Ayodhya a grand and divine event, officials said on Saturday. The tourism department will illuminate the ghats of the Saryu river and Ram Ki Paidi with over 26 lakh diyas. "This sea of lamps will symbolise Lord Ram's arrival in Ayodhya, spreading the light of faith among countless devotees," a statement said. A special highlight will be a pollution-free green fireworks show on October 19. Design ...Read More >
Mumbai: Activists, in their objections to the BMC, said the draft Zonal Master Plan (ZMP) for the Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) of Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP) lacks scientifically defined buffer zones crucial for managing transitions between protected areas and human activity. They stressed the need for expert input from ecologists, wildlife biologists, and hydrologists to map corridors, setbacks, boundaries, and assess cumulative impacts. BMC Invites Public Suggestions The BMC's civic deve ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 13 (PTI) In an attempt to strengthen scientific investigation into crimes and speed up detection, the Maharashtra government has expanded its fleet of mobile forensic laboratories from 21 to 59 across the state, an official said on Saturday. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the country's first set of 21 mobile forensic vans on January 27, making Maharashtra the pioneer state in the field. With the expansion, mobile forensic units are now deployed in key urban centres an ...Read More >
RRP Electronics, supported by Sachin Tendulkar, is set to establish a Rs 12,000-crore semiconductor fab in Maharashtra. The company received a letter of comfort from the state government for 100 acres of land in Navi Mumbai. RRP Electronics, which plans to set up a Rs 12,000-crore semiconductor fab in Maharashtra, on Friday announced receiving a letter of comfort from the state government for a 100-acre land parcel in Navi Mumbai for the proposed facility. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra F ...Read More >
Mumbai : RRP Electronics, a leading-edge powerhouse in semiconductors and backed by cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, has secured 100 acres in Navi Mumbai as Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis presented Letter of Comfort for relocating a semiconductor fab from one of the world's most established semiconductor companies in Sherman, Texas, Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister lauding the development said, "This allotment of land firmly positions Maharashtra at the heart of India's Semico ...Read More >
The Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) electric testing lab at Shilapur in Nashik district will be inaugurated today, Sep 10, by Union Energy Minister Manohar Lal Khattar and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. | The Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) electric testing lab at Shilapur in Nashik district will be inaugurated today, Sep 10, by Union Energy Minister Manohar Lal Khattar and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Food and Civil Supplies Minister Chhagan Bhujbal and Water Resources ...Read More >
Maharashtra's Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, and Iowa's Governor, Kim Reynolds, signed a partner state agreement to enhance cooperation in sectors like agriculture, biotechnology, education, and renewable energy. The agreement aims to boost economic prosperity and cultural exchanges, with a focus on innovation, investment, and mutual development. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds have formalized a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening ties in ...Read More >
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