‘We’re Hindus, Not Hindi’: Raj Thackeray Opposes Compulsory Hindi in Maharashtra Schools
MNS Chief Warns Against Linguistic Imposition Under NEP 2020 Rollout Mumbai | Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray has voiced strong opposition to the state government’s decision to make Hindi a compulsory third language in all schools from Classes 1 to 5, under the new National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The government recently announced […]
Tamil Nadu Temples Turn 1,000 Kg of Gold into ₹17.81 Crore Annual Income
Government Converts Idle Temple Gold into 24-Carat Bars, Deposits with SBI Under Gold Monetisation Scheme Chennai | In a strategic move combining faith and finance, the Tamil Nadu government has converted over 1,000 kilograms of unused gold from temple offerings into 24-carat gold bars, which are now earning an annual interest of ₹17.81 crore. The gold, […]
Mumbai-Goa Highway to Be Completed by June, Says Nitin Gadkari
Nationwide Physical Toll Booths to Be Phased Out Mumbai | Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has announced that the long-delayed Mumbai-Goa National Highway will be completed by June 2025, promising smoother travel for commuters and a boost to development across the Konkan region. Speaking at the Vasant Vyakhyanmala event in Mumbai’s […]
🚆 New Train Connecting Ambedkar Nagar to New Delhi Launched on Ambedkar Jayanti
In a significant tribute to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on his 134th birth anniversary, a new express train connecting Ambedkar Nagar (his birthplace in Madhya Pradesh) to New Delhi via Kota was officially flagged off on Sunday. The inauguration was led by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, with Railway […]
Waqf Amendment Row: Eknath Shinde Criticizes Uddhav Thackeray’s Remarks, Defends Bill
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Thursday responded sharply to Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray’s opposition to the Waqf Amendment Bill, alleging that Thackeray is echoing rhetoric similar to Mohammad Ali Jinnah and is acting under the influence of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Shinde made the remarks following a press conference held by […]
Pune: Maharashtra Govt Cancels PMRDA’s Development Plan — Merged Villages, Ring Road, and TP Schemes Remain in Limbo
The Maharashtra state government has officially scrapped the Draft Development Plan (DP) prepared by the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA). While this marks the end of an eight-year-long planning process, the cancellation raises new concerns for infrastructure and civic development — especially in the merged villages, Pune Ring Road project, and Town Planning (TP) […]
Maharashtra Approves E-Bike Taxis, But Experts Raise Concerns for Mumbai and Pune
The Maharashtra government has approved the E-Bike Taxi Policy, allowing two-wheelers to operate as taxis across the state. But transport experts and a government-appointed committee have flagged concerns, especially for Mumbai and Pune. What’s the Issue? A special committee led by retired IAS officer Ramanath Jha had earlier recommended excluding Mumbai and Pune from this […]
Bihar Diwas 2025 Celebrated in New York: Indian-American Achievers Honored for Global Impact
New York – The spirit of Bihar echoed across the Indian diaspora in the US as the Consulate General of India in New York, in collaboration with Bihar Foundation USA (East Coast Chapter) and the Bihar Jharkhand Association of North America (BJANA), hosted a special celebration of Bihar Diwas 2025. The event honored the state’s […]
Eknath Shinde on Kunal Kamra’s Satire: ‘This is Like Taking Supari’
Mumbai l Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has strongly reacted to comedian Kunal Kamra’s recent satirical performance, comparing his act to taking a ‘supari’ (contract) to target political figures. The controversy erupted after Kamra’s show led to Shiv Sena workers vandalizing the comedy club where it was filmed. Shinde’s Reaction: ‘There Should Be a […]
No AC, No Justice: Hyderabad Cab Drivers Launch Protest Against App-Based Exploitation
As Hyderabad begins to feel the brunt of summer, a different kind of heat is rising on the streets—a protest for dignity and fair wages. From today, cab drivers working with platforms like Ola, Uber, and Rapido have started a ‘No AC Campaign’ across the city. Their message is simple: if the system won’t pay […]