Ladki Bahin Yojana Under Scrutiny: Maharashtra Govt Seeks Tax Data to Verify Beneficiaries Amid Allegations
In a bid to ensure transparency and accountability in its flagship welfare scheme, the Maharashtra government has requested detailed income tax data to verify the eligibility of women enrolled under the Ladki Bahin Yojana. The move comes amid allegations of large-scale irregularities, including claims that hundreds of government employees from the Mantralaya may have availed […]
Mumbai Under Red Alert as Heavy Rains Disrupt City Life
On May 27, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, and Ratnagiri, warning of extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds. Mumbai saw its earliest monsoon in 75 years, as the rains arrived on May 26, over two weeks earlier than usual. What Happened? Low-lying areas such as […]
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 […]
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 […]