Articles by Saurabha Kulshreshtha
State suffers setback of ₹253 cr from Turf Club’s 91-acre lease of racecourse
The Royal Western India Turf Club’s (RWITC) “good gesture” of handing over the 120-acre land parcel of Mahalaxmi Racecourse to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), for constructing a park along the lines of London’s Hyde Park and New York’s Central Park, has been rewarded by the ruling Mahayuti
Updated on Jul 23, 2024 09:12 AM IST
Uddhav Thackeray launches ‘Shiv Sampark campaign’ ahead of assembly poll
Additionally, as part of the campaign, a Bhagwa Saptah (saffron week), will be observed from August 4 to August 11, to reach out to the voters
Updated on Jul 22, 2024 07:48 AM IST
DRPPL seeks 541 acres across Mumbai to rehabilitate ineligible Dharavi residents
After the opposition from residents of concerned areas and questions raised by social groups and political parties about the Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRPPL)’s demand for 1,250 acres of land across Mumbai
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 08:14 AM IST
Former CS Manoj Saunik appointed as next MahaRERA chief
The state government on Tuesday appointed former chief secretary of Maharashtra, Manoj Saunik, as the next chairman of the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA). Saunik will succeed the current chairman and his close friend, Ajoy Mehta, whose term ends in September 2024
Updated on Jul 17, 2024 08:56 AM IST
Mahayuti government launches Warkari pension initiative
The Mahayuti government has announced a new initiative to provide pensions to senior citizens participating in the age-old tradition of Wari or Dindi pilgrimages to Pandharpur
Updated on Jul 16, 2024 08:40 AM IST
Maharashtra government’s medical education department to outsource recruitment of 6,830 officers
Maharashtra govt outsources recruitment for 6,830 medical education posts to private agencies before state polls. Savings of 20-30% expected.
Updated on Jul 16, 2024 08:02 AM IST
State proposes increase in OBC non-creamy layer income limit to ₹15 lakh per annum
Maharashtra's ruling alliance plans to increase OBC non-creamy layer income cap to ₹15 lakh/year to win back OBC voters lost in 2024 elections.
Updated on Jul 15, 2024 07:10 AM IST
Will campaign for Thackeray during assembly polls: Mamata
Addressing reporters after the meeting, Banerjee lauded Thackeray for his fight against BJP during the Lok Sabha elections
Updated on Jul 13, 2024 07:48 AM IST
Police seized drugs worth ₹4,131 crore till May this year
Deputy CM Fadnavis announced seizure of drugs worth ₹4,131 crore in 5 months due to state's zero tolerance policy on narcotics, leading to increased enforcement actions.
Updated on Jul 12, 2024 07:50 AM IST
Porsche crash case: Fadnavis lauds Pune CP, assures corrective action in appointments, admin of Sassoon Hospital
Speaking at the legislative council, Fadnavis accepted lapses in the administration of the state-run Sassoon Hospital and assured that the government would take corrective action in appointments and administration of the hospital
Updated on Jul 12, 2024 07:32 AM IST
Uproar in both houses of state legislature over Maratha-OBC quota row
Sloganeering from both sides in the legislative assembly and council eventually led to the adjournment of both houses without completing the scheduled business
Updated on Jul 11, 2024 09:10 AM IST
State to appoint 50,000 youths for govt schemes’ publicity
The state government plans to appoint 50,000 'Yojana doots' to promote government schemes before elections, sparking opposition criticism.
Updated on Jul 10, 2024 09:22 AM IST
With More by his side, Thackeray aims for 5 seats from Pune in assembly polls
Former MNS leader Vasant More, who had cut his teeth in politics in the undivided Shiv Sena, formally joined the Shiv Sena (UBT) on Tuesday
Updated on Jul 10, 2024 08:50 AM IST
Mumbai rain: Both houses of state legislature adjourned as ministers got stuck
A video of disaster management minister Anil Patil and NCP MLC Amol Mitkari went viral on social media as they walked on the waterlogged tracks on their way to the assembly
Updated on Jul 09, 2024 07:40 AM IST
Strongman with a deep grassroots connection
Nilesh Lanke's victory in Ahmednagar against Sujay Vikhe-Patil is significant in the backdrop of a long-standing feud between Sharad Pawar and the Vikhe-Patils.
Updated on Jul 09, 2024 06:30 AM IST
Saurabha Kulshreshtha, Mumbai
Who is Rajesh Shah, Sena strongman whose son drove BMW in Worli accident?
His proximity with Eknath Shinde predates the 2022 Shiv Sena split, and he is well-appreciated in the party for his ‘management skills’
Updated on Jul 08, 2024 09:21 AM IST
Uddhav Thackeray blames BJP for caste divide in Maharashtra
The Sena held its first ‘Shiv Sankalp’ rally with party workers and office bearers in Sambhaji Nagar on Sunday to kickstart preparations for the assembly polls
Updated on Jul 08, 2024 09:16 AM IST
Shinde rewards Team India with ₹11 crore
Alongside, deputy chief minister Devendra Fadnavis suggested the government must consider building a new state-of-the-art cricket stadium with a crowd capacity of one lakh
Updated on Jul 06, 2024 08:26 AM IST
Vasant More meets Thackeray; to join Shiv Sena (UBT) on July 9
More reached Matoshree on Thursday with Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut. “You took much time to return,” Thackeray said while welcoming More
Updated on Jul 05, 2024 08:24 AM IST
Uddhav aide Milind Narvekar finally nominated for MLC polls
The selection of Narvekar, who is also the party secretary, is a comeback for the man who was sidelined in the party following Eknath Shinde’s rebellion two years ago. Narvekar was known for his good rapport with Shinde
Updated on Jul 03, 2024 07:34 AM IST
Opposition leader in legislative council Ambadas Danve suspended for using abusive language
The action against Danve was taken after BJP MLC Pravin Darekar complained about him using foul language while responding to a debate on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on Hindus in the Lok Sabha, which have been expunged from records
Updated on Jul 03, 2024 06:48 AM IST
MLC polls: Shiv Sena (UBT) wins both Mumbai seats, BJP retains Konkan
Results of state legislative council elections declared: Shiv Sena (UBT) wins Mumbai teachers and graduates seats, BJP retains Konkan graduates
Updated on Jul 02, 2024 08:29 AM IST
Mahayuti, MVA clash in council over Rahul’s statement in LS
Leader of the opposition in the council Ambadas Danve and BJP MLC Prasad Lad challenged each other during the heated argument, and BJP members charged Danve with using abusive language
Updated on Jul 02, 2024 07:50 AM IST
Railways will have to follow civic body laws on hoardings, says Uday Samant
The BMC allows a maximum hoarding size of 40X40 feet, but the billboard that collapsed in Ghatkopar was 120X120 feet. Samant said the government is open to changing the current law for hoardings and invited suggestions from the legislatures so that the state government could act on it
Updated on Jun 30, 2024 07:32 AM IST
BJP core committee decides to fight assembly polls as NDA, Will not end ties with Ajit Pawar
The party is preparing a blueprint of action plan for the assembly elections, which includes improvement in the process of selection of candidates, set a strong counter-narrative to the opposition MVA’s campaign against it, and launch effective campaigns of all government schemes
Updated on Jun 30, 2024 07:04 AM IST
Industry department to come up with white paper on MOUs and investments
State industries minister Uday Samant announced a white paper on MOUs and investments in Maharashtra. ₹4000-crore investment for vehicle manufacturing also confirmed.
Updated on Jun 30, 2024 06:48 AM IST
Around ₹50,000 crore allocated for women-centric schemes
Maharashtra state budget allocates ₹50,000 crore for women-centric schemes; includes ₹1,500 monthly allowance for eligible women.
Updated on Jun 29, 2024 08:20 AM IST
MVA likely to field 3 candidates for MLC polls
Elections to 11 legislative council seats are due on July 12, with members of the state legislative assembly comprising the voters
Updated on Jun 27, 2024 07:28 AM IST
MLC polls: Turnout lowest for Mumbai graduate seat, Sena (UBT) complains of interference
Votes for the four legislative council seats will be counted on July 1 and the results will be declared on the same day
Updated on Jun 27, 2024 07:20 AM IST
Students from Dhangar Community to receive hostel allowance of up to ₹60,000 for higher studies
State govt in Maharashtra sanctions ₹60,000/yr hostel allowance for Dhangar community students in higher education to address discontent and lack of facilities.
Updated on Jun 24, 2024 06:56 AM IST
