Ajit Pawar in Row Over Viral Call With Woman IPS Officer on Illegal Excavation
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has landed in controversy after a video surfaced showing him rebuking a woman IPS officer over action against illegal soil excavation in Solapur. The officer, Anjali Krishna, was reportedly taking action against local goons involved in illegal excavation of murrum soil — widely used in road construction. In the […]
If Betrayed Over Maratha Quota, Will Defeat Them in Polls: Manoj Jarange
Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange on Thursday issued a sharp warning to Maharashtra’s ruling parties, saying that if the community is betrayed over reservation, they will “make them bite the dust” in the elections. He also reiterated that his agitation is aimed at securing OBC category inclusion for the entire Maratha community. Jarange was speaking […]
“We Are Ruined”: Ajit Pawar’s Stark Warning as Hinjewadi IT Park Threatens to Shift to Bengaluru, Hyderabad
Pune’s Hinjewadi IT Park, known as the home to thousands of tech professionals and a major engine of Maharashtra’s economy, is at risk of losing its status as a leading tech hub in Maharashtra. On Saturday, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar said that if urgent infrastructure issues aren’t resolved, the entire IT cluster could shift […]
Nana Patole Alleges Honeytrap Involving 72+ Maharashtra Officials
Key Points: Nana Patole alleges over 72 officials are caught in honeytrap racket. Claims to hold a pen drive containing video evidence. Racket dates back to 2016 and spans multiple cities. Victims include senior police and administrative officers. Opposition demands urgent action; government promises inquiry. A political storm is brewing in Maharashtra after senior Congress […]
Raj Thackeray Issues Strict Gag Order on MNS Spokespersons
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray has issued a clear directive to all party workers and leaders: do not speak to the media or post anything on social media without prior permission. This stern instruction, shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, aims to prevent unauthorized statements and uncontrolled reactions amid rising tensions […]
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 […]
Over 2,200 Government Employees Found Availing Ladki Bahin Scheme Benefits, Says Maharashtra Minister
In a surprising revelation, Maharashtra’s Minister Aditi Tatkare announced that more than 2,200 women government employees were found to be illegally receiving benefits under the Ladki Bahin Yojana, a flagship welfare scheme aimed at empowering economically weaker women in the state. This disclosure has raised concerns over gaps in the verification process and triggered a […]
Sharad Pawar Steps In to Address Farmers’ Fears Over Purandar Airport Project
As opposition intensifies against the proposed international airport at Purandar in Pune district, veteran politician Sharad Pawar has stepped in to mediate between villagers and the state government, calling for a dialogue that includes the voices of those directly impacted. Pawar, speaking to the media after meeting residents of the affected villages on Sunday, announced […]
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 […]