Ajit Pawar: Financial Limits Block Poll Promises in Maharashtra
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar reveals state's financial inability to fulfill key election pledges like Ladki Bahin stipend hike and farm loan waiver, citing budget constraints.
Category : Politics
Ajit Pawar's Portfolios Shift to CM Fadnavis Amid Budget Prep
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's portfolios, including Finance and Agriculture, will move to CM Devendra Fadnavis. With the budget session approaching, the government faces challenges in handling these key departments.
VSR Ventures Scrutinized After Second Maharashtra Learjet Crash
The fatal Learjet crash at Baramati has brought renewed scrutiny on charter operator VSR Ventures, marking their second aviation accident in Maharashtra. Questions arise about safety protocols and political travel connections.
Khagaria Pontoon Bridge Opens, Cuts Travel Distance by 70 km
A 500-meter-long pontoon bridge over the Kosi river in Khagaria district has been inaugurated, constructed at Rs 30 crore. It will benefit 25 villages, reducing travel distance to Madhepura from 95 km to 25 km.
Vadodara Man Murders Friend Over Wife in Public Stabbing
A shocking murder unfolded in Vadodara's Panigate area as a man stabbed his friend to death publicly over a relationship with the victim's estranged wife. Police arrested the accused within hours.
Vadodara Vadsar Bridge to Connect Flood-Prone Areas
Vadodara Municipal Corporation starts building the Rs 31 crore Vadsar bridge to permanently link low-lying residential areas like Casa Residency with the city during Vishwamitri river floods.
Kerala to Take Over Loans of Landslide Survivors
Kerala Revenue Minister K Rajan announced the cabinet's decision to take over Rs 18.75 crore in loans for 555 Meppadi-Chooralmala landslide survivors, criticizing the Centre's indifference.
Ajit Pawar: Maharashtra's Political Survivor and Strategist
Ajit Pawar's political journey was marked by controversy, survival instincts, and strategic brilliance. From his unbeaten electoral record in Baramati to his six terms as Deputy CM, he navigated Maharashtra's complex political landscape for over four deca
Bengaluru Police Bust Inter-State Drug Racket, Seize Rs 4 Crore Drugs
In a significant crackdown, Bengaluru's Amruthahalli police have dismantled an inter-state drug trafficking network, confiscating narcotics valued at approximately Rs 4 crore and arresting key suspects.
Ex-Police ASI Shoots Farmer in Gujarat Market
A retired assistant sub-inspector in Gujarat allegedly fired two shots in a crowded market, injuring a 28-year-old farmer. The accused is now absconding.
Bombay HC Grants Abu Salem 4-Day Parole, Must Pay Escort Fees
Bombay High Court allows gangster Abu Salem four days of parole to attend his brother's rituals in Uttar Pradesh, but mandates he cover police escort costs, reducing his initial 14-day request.
Surat Police Arrest Two for Illegal Clay Mining on SMC Plot
Adajan police arrested two men for illegally extracting 625 tonnes of clay from a Surat Municipal Corporation plot in Pal, seizing JCB excavators and trucks worth Rs 1.60 crore during a long weekend operation.
Naravane: Operation Sindoor Changed India's Counter-Terror Approach
Former Army Chief Gen Manoj Mukund Naravane at Vadodara Literature Fest detailed Operation Sindoor's success, India-Pakistan economic divergence, and defence reforms including DAP and Agnipath scheme.
Ajit Pawar's Unique Lifestyle Habits Revealed
Explore the meticulous personal habits of Ajit Pawar, from his fashion choices to his obsession with cleanliness, which set him apart in Maharashtra politics.
KTR Slams Congress Govt for Abandoning Promises in Telangana
BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticizes the Congress government in Telangana for failing to fulfill pre-election promises and alleges incompetence in governance ahead of municipal polls.
Dalit Graves Dug Up in Vadodara, Community Protests
Dalit community members in Vadodara's Petlad town protested after graves at their centuries-old burial ground were allegedly dug up during civic renovation work, exposing human remains disrespectfully.
Mumbai Customs Arrests Duo for Gold Dust Smuggling at Airport
Mumbai Customs AIU arrests two for smuggling 1.5 kg of 24-karat gold dust worth Rs 2.1 crore at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. Accused identified as Vikram Bane and Mohammad Morshedul Alam.
Vadodara CWC Drive Rescues 11 Children from Begging
Vadodara's Child Welfare Committee conducted a major anti-begging drive, rescuing 11 children found begging with parents. Joint operation with police and Childline targeted key city areas.
TN Urban Mobility Charter 2031 Aims for Sustainable Transport
Sustainable Mobility Network releases TN Urban Mobility Charter 2031, addressing Chennai's transport gaps like poor bus connectivity and pedestrian safety to build climate-resilient cities.
Madras HC Sets Aside 'Sakthi' Rice Trademark Cancellation
The Madras High Court has overturned the Registrar of Trademarks' order cancelling the 'Sakthi' trademark for rice, citing arbitrariness and violation of natural justice principles.
Madras HC Rejects P&G's Trademark Claim Over 'Vapo' Term
The Madras High Court dismissed Procter & Gamble's petitions seeking exclusive rights to the term 'vapo', ruling it's public property and descriptive in nature.
Madras HC: Crematorium Not Against Public Interest
Madras High Court dismisses petitions against Isha Foundation's crematorium in Coimbatore, citing Supreme Court ruling that distance rules don't prohibit licensing.
Retired Cop's Son Booked for Drunk Driving in Vadodara
Virendrasinh Zhala, son of a retired police officer, was booked by Akota police for creating a disturbance while allegedly driving drunk on Old Padra Road in Vadodara.
Bengaluru Theft: US Embassy Staffer's Rs 1 Crore Valuables Stolen
A domestic worker in Bengaluru has been arrested for allegedly stealing valuables worth Rs 1 crore from a US Embassy staffer's residence. The theft was discovered when the victim returned home from work.
Tribal Student Leads Model Youth Gram Sabha in Delhi
Garima Dhruwa, a class 11 student from Chhattisgarh's EMRS, impressed at Bharat Mandapam with a mock gram sabha presentation. The event highlighted youth engagement in grassroots democracy.
Harish Rao Alleges Corruption in Telangana Excise Department
Former minister T Harish Rao alleges fresh corruption in Telangana's excise department, claiming microbrewery licenses were earmarked for politicians and ₹1.8 crore unofficial agreements made per license.
Gunjan Singh: Violence Against Women Rising in Bihar
All India Mahila Congress general secretary Gunjan Singh expressed concern over increasing violence against women in Bihar, citing insecurity among students and a recent death case.
Rajkot Gang of 5 Arrested for Gold Theft at Religious Event
Devbhumi Dwarka LCB arrests five, including four women, for stealing gold jewellery worth Rs 7.67 lakh from women during a religious discourse in Movan village near Khambhaliya.
Rajkot: Minor with Disabilities Found Pregnant, Rape Case Filed
A 16-year-old girl with learning difficulties from Dasada-Patdi taluka in Gujarat's Surendranagar district was discovered to be nine months pregnant, leading police to register a rape case against an unknown person based on her mother's complaint.
New Surat Municipal Commissioner Nagrajan M Takes Office
Nagrajan M has taken charge as the new municipal commissioner of Surat, assuming office during a critical period involving waste disposal investigations and upcoming municipal elections.
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