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Ex-Shiv Sena MP Vinayak Raut and Family Face Legal Action Following Daughter-in-Law’s Allegations of Abuse and Matrimonial Deception
Former Shiv Sena (UBT) Member of Parliament Vinayak Raut, along with his wife Shamal, their son Gitesh Raut, and four other individuals, has been charged by the Kapurbawdi police in Thane following accusations made by his daughter-in-law. She claimed that she was misled into marriage, endured both physical and emotional abuse, and was coerced into…
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State Panel Evaluates Future of 590 Religious Sites in Mumbai’s Dharavi
A committee established by the Maharashtra government to evaluate religious sites within the Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP) in Central Mumbai has proposed the removal of eight religious structures and the relocation or consolidation of three additional sites, according to its initial interim report submitted to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis last week, as confirmed by officials.…
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After 22 days in custody for his daughter’s alleged ‘murder’, a father is shocked as she arrives at a police station, unharmed.
Bapuram Kalmekar spent 22 days in jail on charges of murdering his daughter, only for her to later walk into a police station alive. This shocking turn of events prompted Maharashtra’s Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to acknowledge a significant error on the part of the police during a session of the state assembly. He stated…
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Mumbai’s Vidyavihar Flyover, Initially Proposed in 1991, Scheduled to Open by August 31: Implications for Your Travel Experience
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced new completion timelines on Saturday for two bridges in Mumbai’s eastern suburbs, which are intended to alleviate the growing traffic congestion. These structures include the long-awaited Vidyavihar Railway Overbridge and the T Junction flyover at the Sion-Panvel Highway. After being proposed 35 years ago, the Vidyavihar Railway Flyover is…
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Abu Salem’s Incarceration: Authorities Request Clarification on Outstanding Fine of Rs 16.51 Lakh
Abu Salem, a notorious gangster, is currently facing a potential prison sentence of 25 years as stipulated by an extradition agreement with Portugal. A recent inquiry in a Mumbai court has raised the question of whether he is required to pay a fine of Rs 16.51 lakh as part of his punishment. Furthermore, the court…
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Maharashtra Chief Minister Update: Raut Suggests Fadnavis Might Relocate to Delhi, Bawankule Poised to Step In
On Saturday, political speculation regarding the potential relocation of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to Delhi was reignited by Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut and NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar. While neither politician asserted that Fadnavis’s transfer was imminent, they acknowledged the possibility. Raut indicated that if Fadnavis were to make the move, BJP…
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Maharashtra’s 6th State Finance Commission recommends increased tax allocations and innovative revenue streams for local governments.
The Sixth Maharashtra Finance Commission has proposed an increase in the portion of state taxes allocated to local authorities, raising it from 26.3% to 27.3% over a five-year period starting on April 1, 2026. This recommendation follows an assessment indicating a yearly funding deficit of Rs 8,217 crore for municipalities and panchayats, despite the state…
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“Two Decades Post 7/11 Mumbai Attacks: Survivors Reflect on Lost Journeys and Seek Justice”
Two decades have passed since a series of coordinated bomb explosions devastated Mumbai’s Western Railway suburban trains during the evening rush hour on July 11, 2006. The tragic events resulted in the deaths of 187 individuals and left 817 others injured. Recently, the Bombay High Court overturned the convictions of all 12 men who had…
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BEST bus experiences brake malfunction, collides with four vehicles and an autorickshaw in Andheri
A BEST bus reportedly experienced a brake malfunction and collided with four cars and an autorickshaw in Andheri (West), Mumbai, on Friday evening, according to officials. Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities have been reported as a result of the incident. The accident took place around 6:10 PM in the Amboli area, as per details provided…
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Maharashtra’s Chief Minister Fadnavis Unveils ₹2 Lakh Debt Relief for Farmers Under Mahatma Phule Initiative
In response to the mounting pressure from legislators across parties, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis declared on Friday that farmers previously covered by the Mahatma Phule Shetkari Loan Waiver scheme will now receive a loan waiver of Rs two lakh, a significant increase from the previously stated Rs 50,000. Fadnavis emphasized that Maharashtra stands out as…
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CAG Uncovers Major Flaws in Financial Oversight of Ladki Bahin Initiative
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has raised concerns regarding the financial oversight of the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, highlighting that its execution during the fiscal year 2024-25 exhibited “major shortcomings in budget forecasting, expenditure management, and financial governance.” The Maharashtra government’s Women and Child Development Department reportedly overspent by approximately Rs 3,541 crore…
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Maharashtra’s Chief Minister Fadnavis mandates comprehensive audits and SIT investigation into discrepancies in health program.
On Friday, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis convened a meeting at Vidhan Bhavan in Mumbai to assess the Integrated Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana and the Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jan Arogya Yojana. The Chief Minister announced that an investigation is currently being conducted into purported irregularities associated with the Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jan…
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NARCL Alleviates Insolvency Concerns by Acquiring Metro 1 Debt
Mumbai Metro One Pvt Ltd (MMOPL), the operator of the Versova-Ghatkopar Metro corridor, has received significant financial relief as the National Asset Reconstruction Company Ltd (NARCL) has assumed control of and restructured its debts. This development effectively concludes the insolvency proceedings that have been ongoing for several years. According to the terms of the agreement,…
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AIMIM and NCP Each Experience Loss of a BMC Corporator Following Caste Certificate Disqualification
In a significant setback for the opposition in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), two elected council members have lost their positions following a ruling by the state government’s caste scrutiny committee. This committee invalidated the caste certificates submitted during their election registrations earlier this January. Roshan Shaikh, representing the AIMIM party, was elected from ward…
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CAG Critiques Maharashtra’s Jal Jeevan Mission: Report Highlights Issues in Planning and Financial Oversight
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has uncovered significant flaws in the execution of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in Maharashtra, highlighting issues related to planning, implementation, financial oversight, and maintenance. The findings challenge the state’s assertion of achieving over 85 percent coverage of household tap water connections. The performance audit conducted on the JJM…