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Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde commemorates historic day for India at G20 Summit

11 Sep 2023 12:02 PM IST

Lauding the G20 Summit headed by India this year, Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday said that it is a historic golden day for Bharat adding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi won the world with deep respect and love. “Hon’ble prime minister Narendra Modiji won the world with deep

Maharashtra BJP calls for improved alliance coordination ahead of 2024 elections

11 Sep 2023 12:01 PM IST

In preparation for the 2024 Lok Sabha and Assembly elections, the Maharashtra BJP is emphasizing the importance of enhanced coordination with its coalition partners, the Shiv Sena led by chief minister Eknath Shinde and the NCP faction led by deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar. Despite top leaders accepting the need

Shinde to hold all-party meeting to resolve Maratha reservation issue

11 Sep 2023 12:00 PM IST

As the Maratha reservation dispute continues to escalate in Maharashtra, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has convened an all-party meeting to address the issue. The meeting is scheduled to take place on Monday, September 11, at the ‘Sahyadri Guest House.’ CM Shinde has previously affirmed his commitment to providing reservations for

Road contractor booked for man’s death due to pothole

09 Sep 2023 12:26 PM IST

A case has been filed against the owner of a road construction company in Maharashtra’s Thane district following the tragic death of a 22-year-old man due to a hazardous pothole. The district rural police have registered an offense under section 304 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder) of the Indian

Case registered against couple for cheating businessman of Rs 3 crore

09 Sep 2023 12:25 PM IST

The Navi Mumbai police in Maharashtra have initiated legal proceedings against a couple accused of defrauding a businessman to the tune of approximately Rs 3 crore by enticing him with promises of substantial investment returns. The case, registered at the APMC police station, alleges that the complainant fell victim to

Wagh nakh’ weapon used by Shivaji Maharaj to kill Afzal Khan to be brought back from UK

09 Sep 2023 12:21 PM IST

The historic ‘wagh nakh,’ a weapon resembling tiger claws famously wielded by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to defeat Bijapur sultanate’s General Afzal Khan in 1659, is poised to return to Maharashtra from London in November, announced state culture minister Sudhir Mungantiwar. He also mentioned ongoing efforts to repatriate the renowned ‘Jagdamba’

HC quashes two phone tapping cases filed against IPS officer Rashmi Shukla

09 Sep 2023 12:21 PM IST

The Bombay High Court has provided relief to senior IPS officer and former Maharashtra intelligence chief Rashmi Shukla by quashing two FIRs related to alleged illegal phone tapping. These two First Information Reports (FIRs) had been filed against Shukla, with one originating in Pune and the other in Colaba, South

Mulund, Thane out of PNG for six hours after landslide

09 Sep 2023 12:20 PM IST

A landslide in Mulund disrupted the piped gas supply to several areas in Mulund and Thane, causing inconvenience to residents who were notified that service would be restored by 4 pm. Fortunately, restoration efforts began at 11 am, and the problem was resolved by 2 pm. A local resident remarked

Prohibitory order banning possession of weapons, explosives

09 Sep 2023 12:19 PM IST

Mumbai police have enacted a 30-day prohibitory order, effective from September 9 to October 8, to restrict the possession of unauthorized firearms, corrosive substances, explosives, unlicensed guns, and any weapons that could potentially disrupt public peace and safety. This order, issued by the deputy commissioner of police (operations) under various

47 students among 55 passengers injured as bus collides with truck

09 Sep 2023 12:19 PM IST

A bus carrying 70 passengers, primarily comprising school and college students, was involved in a collision with a truck, resulting in injuries to 55 individuals, as reported by officials. The accident occurred at approximately 6:45 am near Desai village within Wada tehsil. The bus, operated by the Maharashtra State Road

Air hostess murder case: Accused allegedly hangs self in police custody

09 Sep 2023 12:18 PM IST

The principal suspect in the murder case involving a tragic incident with an air hostess was discovered deceased within a police detention facility in Mumbai’s Andheri district. The 35-year-old individual, identified as Bikram Atwal, is believed to have taken his own life by hanging, reportedly using his own pants as

Global Fintech Fest 2023 concludes with investment conversations of USD 2bn

09 Sep 2023 12:08 PM IST

The Global Fintech Fest 2023 (GFF 2023) has successfully concluded, reaffirming its position as the world’s premier platform for fintech thought leadership. The event, which brought together policymakers, regulators, bankers, industry leaders, academics, and fintech professionals from around the globe, promised to return for its 5th edition from October 8