Maharashtra government
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis and Deputy CM Shinde Visit RSS Founder's Memorial While NCP's Ajit Pawar Stays Away
Dec 14, 2025 01:45 pm CST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde visited the memorial of RSS founder KB Hedgewar in Nagpur, accompanied by BJP and Shiv Sena legislators. However, Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and other NCP legislators, despite being part of the ruling Mahayuti coalition, were noticeably absent from the visit for the second consecutive year.
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Confirms Mahayuti Alliance Will Contest 2029 Elections Together Despite Tensions
Dec 10, 2025 10:54 pm CST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has affirmed the Mahayuti alliance's commitment to contesting the 2029 Maharashtra Assembly elections together, addressing rumors of rifts with Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. Despite reports of tensions and leadership poaching between BJP and Shinde-led Shiv Sena, Fadnavis emphasized their good working relationship while acknowledging efforts to strengthen their individual party bases.
Former BJP MP Kirit Somaiya Exposes Nationwide Fake Birth Certificate Racket Threatening Electoral Integrity
Dec 09, 2025 08:59 pm CST
Former BJP MP Kirit Somaiya reveals evidence of a widespread fake birth certificate network operating across multiple Indian states, potentially compromising electoral rolls. Following his persistent efforts, authorities have begun taking action against fraudulent applicants, with the Mulund Tehsildar directing police to file FIRs against those submitting suspicious documentation. Somaiya claims this conspiracy extends beyond Maharashtra to cities like Saharanpur and Kolkata, accusing opposition parties of enabling what he terms "Vote jihad" in the electoral system.
Starlink Clarifies India Pricing Glitch: Website Displayed Dummy Data Not Actual Service Costs
Dec 09, 2025 02:32 am CST
Starlink addressed a configuration error that briefly displayed incorrect pricing for its satellite internet service in India. The company clarified that the website is not yet live and no orders are being taken, while revealing ongoing efforts to secure final government approvals for launching operations in India, with Maharashtra becoming the first state to formally collaborate with the SpaceX-owned service.
Starlink Reveals India Pricing: Rs 8,600 Monthly for Unlimited Satellite Internet with Rs 34,000 Hardware Kit
Dec 08, 2025 09:53 pm CST
Elon Musk's Starlink has unveiled its India pricing strategy with residential plans at Rs 8,600 monthly plus a one-time Rs 34,000 hardware cost. Featuring unlimited data and 99.9% uptime reliability, the service targets underserved areas. Maharashtra has become India's first state to formally partner with Starlink for satellite internet deployment in remote regions, marking a significant step in the company's India expansion plans.
Maharashtra Government to Use Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) to Combat Illegal Gutkha Trade
Nov 19, 2025 03:17 pm CST
Maharashtra's Food and Drug Administration Minister Narhari Zirwal announces plans to invoke the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act against illegal gutkha trade networks. Despite existing bans, tobacco products continue entering the state, prompting stricter enforcement measures and awareness campaigns to protect public health, particularly among youth.
Maharashtra's Mahayuti Alliance Faces Internal Tensions as Sena Ministers Skip Cabinet Meeting
Nov 18, 2025 09:45 pm CST
The ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra faced visible discord when several Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) ministers skipped a cabinet meeting, revealing underlying tensions despite public statements claiming unity. The conflict centered around party recruitment practices, culminating in an agreement that neither BJP nor Shiv Sena would poach each other's members going forward. This incident highlights the delicate balance within Maharashtra's governing coalition as they navigate local political rivalries while maintaining their partnership.
Maharashtra Land Controversy: Ajit Pawar's Son Under Fire for Dalit Land Deal and Stamp Duty Waiver
Nov 09, 2025 04:46 pm CST
A detailed examination of the controversial land deal involving Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's son Parth Pawar in Maharashtra. The article explores how Amadea Holdings LLP purchased Dalit-reserved government land in Pune at a significantly reduced price and received a stamp duty waiver, leading to political backlash, BJP investigation, and eventual cancellation of the deal. The controversy has strained the NCP-BJP alliance in Maharashtra and drawn national attention to issues of land rights and political privilege.
Rahul Gandhi Slams Maharashtra Government Over Rs 1,800 Crore Dalit-Reserved Land Deal Controversy
Nov 07, 2025 06:50 pm CST
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the Maharashtra government of "land theft" after allegedly selling Dalit-reserved land worth Rs 1,800 crore for just Rs 300 crore to Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's son's company without stamp duty. Gandhi linked this to "vote theft," while government investigations are underway with one official already suspended and a high-level committee formed to examine the controversial land deal in Pune's Koregaon Park area.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Urges Farmers to Repay Loans Rather Than Await Waivers
Nov 02, 2025 10:28 pm CST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has encouraged farmers to develop the habit of repaying bank loans instead of expecting regular bailouts, amid ongoing protests for farm loan waivers. The government plans to address the issue by 2026 while prioritizing assistance for farmers affected by recent heavy rainfall in central Maharashtra.