Articles by Yogesh Naik
BMC likely to ban hoardings with videos, says moving images a distraction
The proposed policy aims to create visually appealing hoardings and enhance the city’s aesthetics with digital signage that offers real-time updates
![Mumbai, India – May 28, 2024: A hoarding at Charni Road (W), in Mumbai, India, on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. (Photo by Bhushan Koyande/HT Photo) Mumbai, India – May 28, 2024: A hoarding at Charni Road (W), in Mumbai, India, on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. (Photo by Bhushan Koyande/HT Photo)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/22/148x111/Mumbai--India---May-28--2024--A-hoarding-at-Charni_1721589756496_1721619759790.jpg)
Updated on Jul 22, 2024 09:12 AM IST
SP MLA writes to minority panel on Vishalgad violence
In his letter to the Commission, Shaikh said that a conspiracy was orchestrated by extremist right-wing groups to foment violence under the garb of an anti-encroachment drive at Vishalgad although the matter pertaining to encroachments was sub-judice
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Updated on Jul 22, 2024 06:48 AM IST
Cargo ship catches fire off Goa coast; 1 died, explosions heard
The Indian Navy, which has a base at Karwar near Goa, have asked their ships to be on standby
![Cargo ship catches fire off Goa coast; 1 died, explosions heard Cargo ship catches fire off Goa coast; 1 died, explosions heard](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/19/148x111/-p-Cargo-ship-catches-fire-off-Goa-coast--1-died--_1721416801806_1721417394222.jpg)
Updated on Jul 20, 2024 05:05 AM IST
Shiv Sena MLA tears paper, walks out of district planning meeting after non-allocation of funds
Shiv Sena MLA Dilip Lande expressed anger over alleged unavailability of funds for his constituency, tore papers in protest during a meeting.
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Updated on Jul 20, 2024 08:18 AM IST
Puja Khedkar case: Maharashtra govt sends report on IAS trainee to DoPT
Maharashtra govt submits report on allegations against IAS probationer Puja Khedkar to Central DoPT and committee probing the case.
![The Yashwantrao Chavan Memorial Hospital (YCMH) at Pimpri in Pimpri-Chinchwad gave the certificate of 7% locomotor disability to trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar in 2022. (HT) The Yashwantrao Chavan Memorial Hospital (YCMH) at Pimpri in Pimpri-Chinchwad gave the certificate of 7% locomotor disability to trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar in 2022. (HT)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/148x111/The-Yashwantrao-Chavan-Memorial-Hospital--YCMH--at_1721071014529_1721330148657.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 05:01 AM IST
Shinde’s Shiv Sena stakes claim on 100 assembly seats in upcoming polls
The announcement was made by former MP Hemant Godse after a meeting held by Shinde at his official residence
![Dy CM Ajit Pawar, CM Eknath Shinde, Dy CM Devendra Fadnavis, during Dy CM Ajit Pawar, CM Eknath Shinde, Dy CM Devendra Fadnavis, during](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/19/148x111/Mumbai--India---Sept--1--2023--Dy-CM-Ajit-Pawar--C_1717443235269_1721363600014.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 10:03 AM IST
NMC seeks ban on admissions to CPS Mumbai’s PG courses
NMC issues show cause notice to CPS Mumbai for not following regulations, seeks ban on admissions to postgraduate medical courses.
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Updated on Jul 19, 2024 07:38 AM IST
Puja Khedkar files harassment complaint against Pune collector
Puja Khedkar, 34, is facing accusations of using fraudulent means to clear her civil services exam
![Trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar Trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/16/148x111/Puja_Khedkar_1721142990623_1721142990904.jpg)
Updated on Jul 17, 2024 04:48 AM IST
UPSC writes to Maha govt over IAS trainee’s certificates
On Monday, the state government initiated a probe against Puja Khedkar following a letter from the UPSC dated July 12
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Updated on Jul 16, 2024 05:00 AM IST
I want Mumbai to be the fintech capital of the world: PM Narendra Modi
The prime minister also took a veiled jibe at opposition parties that have been criticising the government over issues such as unemployment, saying that they’re spreading a fake narrative and are against the development of the country
![On his first visit to Maharashtra after returning to power for a third term, Modi addressed a gathering at the NESCO ground in Goregaon after laying the foundation stone of several infrastructure projects. (Satish Bate/ HT Photo) On his first visit to Maharashtra after returning to power for a third term, Modi addressed a gathering at the NESCO ground in Goregaon after laying the foundation stone of several infrastructure projects. (Satish Bate/ HT Photo)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/13/150x84/On-his-first-visit-to-Maharashtra-after-returning-_1720898419027.jpg)
Updated on Jul 14, 2024 07:02 AM IST
After Andheri, ban on vertical construction to be lifted in Juhu, Dahisar?
Shinde’s letter pointed out that, for a city grappling with limited land area amid a surging population and increasing demands for infrastructure, housing, and commercial spaces, height restrictions on buildings severely restrict development of scarce lands to fullest potential and deters development
![Mumbai, India - Dec. 4, 2019: A plane landing close to high rise buildings near to Juhu in Mumbai, India, on Wednesday, December 4, 2019. (Photo by Satyabrata Tripathy/Hindustan Times) (Satyabrata Tripathy/HT Photo) Mumbai, India - Dec. 4, 2019: A plane landing close to high rise buildings near to Juhu in Mumbai, India, on Wednesday, December 4, 2019. (Photo by Satyabrata Tripathy/Hindustan Times) (Satyabrata Tripathy/HT Photo)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/13/150x84/Mumbai--India---Dec--4--2019--A-plane-landing-clos_1720897878961.jpg)
Updated on Jul 14, 2024 06:46 AM IST
Clip of IAS trainee Puja Khedkar’s gun-wielding mother viral; DGP orders probe
Video of IAS officer Puja Khedkar's mother brandishing firearm in land dispute goes viral, leading to FIR. Family claims self-defense.
![A video of her mother Manorama brandishing a firearm and purportedly threatening villagers in Mulshi taluka, Pune district, started doing the rounds on social media. A video of her mother Manorama brandishing a firearm and purportedly threatening villagers in Mulshi taluka, Pune district, started doing the rounds on social media.](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/12/148x111/A-video-of-her-mother-Manorama-brandishing-a-firea_1720811343060_1720824248452.jpg)
Updated on Jul 13, 2024 05:01 AM IST
Puja Khedkar family faces further scrutiny as mother's armed threat surfaces
A video has emerged, showing Manorama Khedkar, mother of IAS probationary officer Puja Khedkar, threatening individuals with a firearm in Mulshi
![Screen grab from an undated video of IAS probationary officer Puja Khedkar's mother, Manorama, brandishing a small weapon. Screen grab from an undated video of IAS probationary officer Puja Khedkar's mother, Manorama, brandishing a small weapon.](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/12/148x111/Khedkar_1720776208239_1720776215588.jpg)
Updated on Jul 12, 2024 03:04 PM IST
IAS Puja Khedkar had pressured Navi Mumbai police to release steel thief
After allegations of brash behaviour and misusing benefits to get into IAS, Navi Mumbai police send reports of her past wrongs to Mantralaya
![Trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar was shunted on Monday (HT Photo)(HT_PRINT) Trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar was shunted on Monday (HT Photo)(HT_PRINT)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/11/148x111/Trainee-IAS-officer-Puja-Khedkar-was-shunted-on-Mo_1720735643311_1720735649522.jpg)
Updated on Jul 12, 2024 02:17 PM IST
PMO seeks report on Puja Khedkar from Pune collector
After being shunted from Pune to Washim for high-handedness, reports of alleged misuse of OBC, PWBD categories surface
![Puja’s transfer to Washim on Monday evening came barely two weeks after Pune district collector Suhas Diwase’s communication to additional chief secretary Nitin Gadre requesting the latter to consider posting the junior officer in another district to avoid administrative complications (HT FILE PHOTO) Puja’s transfer to Washim on Monday evening came barely two weeks after Pune district collector Suhas Diwase’s communication to additional chief secretary Nitin Gadre requesting the latter to consider posting the junior officer in another district to avoid administrative complications (HT FILE PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/10/150x84/Puja-s-transfer-to-Washim-on-Monday-evening-came-b_1720638162510.jpg)
Updated on Jul 11, 2024 07:18 AM IST
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Shinde strips Rajesh Shah of position in party, announces ₹10L compensation to family
Shiv Sena faces criticism over cover-up in hit-and-run case. Chief Minister strips party functionary of position, announces compensation.
![Mihir and Rajesh Shah Mihir and Rajesh Shah](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/10/150x84/Mihir-and-Rajesh-Shah_1720637982343.jpg)
Updated on Jul 11, 2024 07:10 AM IST
MMRDA’s jurisdiction expands into Raigad and Palghar
Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) appointed as planning agency for over 600 villages in Raigad and Palghar districts, expanding its jurisdiction for development projects.
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Updated on Jul 11, 2024 06:56 AM IST
Apex builders’ association writes to CM about sorry state of property registration offices
The Builders’ Association of India complains to CM about poor conditions in property registration offices, suggests solutions for better services and efficiency.
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Updated on Jul 11, 2024 05:14 AM IST
Senior citizen threatens suicide over compensation issue
Arvind Patil, a 65-year-old resident of Hari Om Nagar in Panvel, created a tense situation on Tuesday afternoon at the Mantralaya Annexe when he threatened to jump from the ledge of the fourth floor
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Updated on Jul 10, 2024 09:24 AM IST
53 flights cancelled at Mumbai airport, 27 diverted due to low visibility
Severe weather in Mumbai led to 53 flight cancellations at the airport, with 27 aircraft diverted. Low visibility caused disruptions, impacting several airlines.
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Updated on Jul 09, 2024 07:26 AM IST
After Chief Secy and DGP, state might also have first woman forest head
Speculations are rife about Shomita Biswas becoming the head of the forest force in the state, being the seniormost IFS officer and the top contender for the position.
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Updated on Jul 07, 2024 07:18 AM IST
MMRDA changes alignment of Worli-Sewree connector, only 2 buildings to be razed instead of 19
MMRDA changes Worli-Sewri connector alignment, saving 17 buildings. Project cost reduced from ₹5,200 crore to ₹110 crore. Completion expected by Dec 2025.
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Updated on Jul 06, 2024 07:18 AM IST
Mhada, MMRDA, CIDCO can complete stuck SRA projects: Fadnavis
State government allows MHADA, MMRDA & CIDCO to complete stalled SRA projects in Mumbai. Transit rent issues and NOC transfer process also addressed for improved efficiency.
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Updated on Jul 05, 2024 08:12 AM IST
Ambadas Danve’s suspension cut short by 2 days
Danve, a Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC, had abused BJP MLC Prasad Lad on Monday and was suspended on Tuesday for five days
![MLC Ambadas Danve (Facebook Image) MLC Ambadas Danve (Facebook Image)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/04/150x84/MLC-Ambadas-Danve--Facebook-Image-_1720121123296.jpg)
Updated on Jul 05, 2024 08:06 AM IST
State forms committee to redevelop BEST properties
State govt forms committee to study BEST properties redevelopment, lands leasing for commercial and housing complexes. BJP MLC raises financial issues.
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Updated on Jul 05, 2024 07:18 AM IST
Ready to apologise in the house: Danve
The Shiv Sena (UBT) leader on Wednesday wrote to deputy speaker Neelam Gorhe, saying he was ready to tender an apology in the house
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Updated on Jul 04, 2024 07:40 AM IST
Ladki Bahin Yojana: Govt further sweetens scheme giving ₹1,500 per month to women
Mumbai: Shinde govt expands 'Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana', relaxes conditions for women to avail ₹1,500 monthly assistance.
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Updated on Jul 04, 2024 07:18 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
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Updated on Jul 03, 2024 06:48 AM IST
Air India to set up South Asia’s largest flying school in Amravati
Air India to establish South Asia's largest Flying Training Organisation in Amravati, India by mid-2026, creating 3,000 jobs
![Air India will set up South Asia’s largest Flying Training Organisation (FTO) at Amravati. (Reuters File Photo) Air India will set up South Asia’s largest Flying Training Organisation (FTO) at Amravati. (Reuters File Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/07/02/148x111/An-Air-India-Airbus-A350-aeroplane-at-Begumpet-air_1719830350490_1719889416219.jpg)
Updated on Jul 02, 2024 08:33 AM IST
Sujata Saunik becomes Maharashtra’s first woman chief secretary
Saunik, who took charge from her predecessor Nitin Kareer as the chief secretary in Mantralaya, is scheduled to retire in June next year
![Mumbai, India - June 30, 2024:Sujata Saunik the first woman chief secretary of Maharashtra takes charge from outgoing chief secretary Nitin Kareer at Mantralaya in Mumbai, India, on Sunday, June 30, 2024. (Photo by Anshuman Poyrekar/ Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times) Mumbai, India - June 30, 2024:Sujata Saunik the first woman chief secretary of Maharashtra takes charge from outgoing chief secretary Nitin Kareer at Mantralaya in Mumbai, India, on Sunday, June 30, 2024. (Photo by Anshuman Poyrekar/ Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/07/01/148x111/Mumbai--India---June-30--2024-Sujata-Saunik-the-fi_1719774713486_1719805012514.jpg)
Updated on Jul 01, 2024 09:06 AM IST