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Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin beneficiary count drops by 80 lakh after verification drive

Around 80 lakh women are now ineligible for the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana. The Opposition claims this is due to a financial crisis. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis states only ineligible beneficiaries were removed after verification. The government aims to ensure benefits reach deserving recipients. The scheme targets poorer women…

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'Politics, family ties separate', says BJP candidate Arun Lakhani as son gets set to marry Supriya Sule's daughter

Industrialist Arun Lakhani, Bharatiya Janata Party's candidate for the Chandrapur-Wardha-Gadchiroli seat, asserts politics and family ties are distinct. His son is set to marry Supriya Sule's daughter soon. Lakhani expresses confidence in winning the Maharashtra legislative council elections. Congress criticizes the BJP's choice of candidates. Elections are scheduled for June…

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80 lakh Maharashtra women ineligible for Ladki Bahin scheme; Oppn alleges financial crisis

Around 80 lakh women in Maharashtra are no longer eligible for the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin scheme. This follows an e-KYC deadline, with the government citing non-compliance with eligibility criteria. Opposition parties allege this reflects a severe financial crisis in the state. The government states the beneficiary count dropped from…

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BJP top leadership discusses organisational appointments

The BJP's Central Election Committee met at the Prime Minister's residence to finalize Maharashtra MLC candidates, review organizational preparedness, and discuss pending appointments. Key discussions included forming the Uttar Pradesh team ahead of assembly elections and potential cabinet expansions in Assam and West Bengal.

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Why PM Modi Says Every Indian Mango Has A Unique Identity

As temperatures rise, one fruit quietly takes over homes, markets, and conversations across the country mangoes. For many Indians, summer does not truly begin until the first mango arrives on the table. But have you ever wondered why a mango from Maharashtra tastes completely different from one grown in Bihar…

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Back from brink: India's vultures stage comeback as captive-breeding, release efforts gather pace

Vultures are making a comeback in India after a two-decade decline, with over 700 birds bred in captivity and released into protected tiger reserves. This initiative, led by BNHS and state governments, aims to reverse the impact of toxic veterinary drugs. Encouraging survival and dispersal patterns are being observed, but…

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Onion farmers seek Rs 10,000 crore revival package, stable export policy from Centre

Maharashtra onion farmers are facing a severe financial crisis. They are urging the central government for a special Rs 10,000 crore revival package. Farmers have suffered significant losses due to export bans, price crashes, and natural calamities. The association seeks direct financial assistance and policy changes to support growers and…

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Maratha quota: Manoj Jarange ends fast after talks with govt delegation

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange ended his indefinite fast after Maharashtra government representatives presented a 12-point proposal. The government agreed to issue Kunbi caste certificates based on identified records and provide financial aid to families of deceased protesters. Jarange faced health issues during the protest.

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Maratha quota: Jarange sits on indefinite fast under scorching sun, turns up heat on govt

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange has begun an indefinite fast in Jalna. He is demanding Kunbi caste certificates for Marathas and other concessions. The Maharashtra government has submitted a 12-point proposal to Jarange. He stated his team will study the proposal before deciding to end the strike. The government expressed…

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Uttarakhand: Three vehicles fall into gorges in separate accidents; 7 killed, 6 injured

A series of tragic road accidents in Uttarakhand claimed the lives of seven people and injured six. A family of three died in Chamoli district after their vehicle fell into a gorge. In Uttarkashi, a pilgrim couple from Maharashtra perished similarly after losing control. Another accident in Almora district resulted…

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Mahayuti committed to Maratha community, OBC interests fully protected: Maharashtra CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis assures the public of his government's dedication to resolving the Maratha reservation issue. He emphasizes that all decisions will adhere strictly to constitutional and legal frameworks. Fadnavis also reassures the OBC community that their existing benefits will remain unaffected. The government aims for the welfare…

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Maharashtra: Five police officials suspended amid chaos over deaths linked to illicit liquor consumption

Ten people have died from consuming illicit liquor in Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune. Five police officials, including a Senior Police Inspector, have been suspended. Two individuals involved in the alcohol supply chain have been arrested. Forensic analysis confirmed the presence of toxic substances in the liquor. Public anger is directed at…

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6 Hindu Temples That Science Cannot Explain

Before modern engineering, before calculus, before computers - these temples were built. And thousands of years later, science still struggles to explain how, or why, they work the way they do. Perhaps these temples were never meant to be explained by science but to remind us that there are forms…

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Industry expects policy continuity, faster execution under Shivakumar in Karnataka

Executives from the technology, semiconductor and digital economy ecosystem said Karnataka’s long-standing strengths in talent, research and innovation are institutional in nature and unlikely to change with a leadership transition. At the same time, they said stable leadership and faster decision-making would help the state compete more effectively with others…

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Mahayuti will win all 17 MLC seats; no differences among allies: Deputy CM Eknath Shinde

Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti alliance will contest all 17 legislative council seats. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde confirmed no disagreements on seat sharing. The alliance aims to win all seats. Shinde also voiced support for a Uniform Civil Code, aligning with the state government's agenda. Discussions on Maratha reservation are ongoing.

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Govt would be responsible if I suffer health issues during fast under blazing sun: Manoj Jarange

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange announced an indefinite hunger strike starting May 30, vowing to protest directly under the summer sun without shelter. He warned the Maharashtra government would be responsible for any health complications, demanding the distribution of Kunbi caste certificates for Marathas.

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Maharashtra CM Fadnavis meets Amit Shah; says "positive decision to be taken on raising MSP, ethanol quota, loan restructuring"

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Discussions focused on the sugar industry and onion farmers. Assurances were given for increased Minimum Support Price for onions and ethanol quota. Decisions on loan restructuring are also expected. Onion procurement by NAFED will increase. Farmers are set…

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India’s most unusual village where cobras roam freely through homes and snakes are treated like family

Snake village of India: Shetphal, a village in Maharashtra often called the “Snake Village of India,” is known for its unusual coexistence between humans and cobras. In this village, snakes are not treated as intruders but are respected as part of local traditions and daily life. From dedicated snake spaces…

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Tatkare regrets no NCP leader backed him, Patel when they were 'targeted' after Ajit Pawar's death

Maharashtra NCP president Sunil Tatkare expressed disappointment. He stated party colleagues did not support him and Praful Patel when targeted by the opposition. This occurred after Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's death earlier this year. Sunetra Pawar, who now heads the NCP, stressed unity. Party ministers and senior leaders attended…

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Congress asks EC to postpone Maharashtra SIR exercise amid Ashadhi pilgrimage

The Congress party has requested the Election Commission to delay the special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Maharashtra. This is due to the ongoing Ashadhi Wari pilgrimage and the anticipated heavy monsoon rains. The party fears that devotees participating in the pilgrimage may be absent from their homes, leading…

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“Our joy had to travel beyond our home”: Maharashtra groom gifts Rs 34.6 crore insurance cover to over 3,000 villagers

A wedding in Maharashtra's Bahadarpura village took an extraordinary turn when the groom's family gifted accident insurance worth Rs 34.6 crore to all 3,465 residents. Inspired by the financial devastation caused by common rural accidents, the Pethkar family ensured every eligible villager received Rs 1 lakh coverage for a year,…

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Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal sparks fresh row with 'Daridra' remarks against PM Modi

Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal has sparked controversy with remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Sapkal criticized the Centre's foreign policy, alleging strained relations with neighboring countries like Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Iran. He claimed this impacted onion exports. The Congress leader also made objectionable comments regarding fuel exports to…

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Maharashtra govt probing fuel hoarding, diversion amid spike in petrol, diesel demand: Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis flagged a significant rise in petrol and diesel demand. He suspects hoarding and illegal diversion for commercial use. Additional fuel supplies are being sent to petrol pumps. The government is investigating unusual consumption spikes in several districts. Onion prices are also being addressed with central…

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India's prized Alphonso mango crop ruined by weather

A sharp difference in day and nighttime temperatures in December and January hurt flowering and fruit setting, while hotter than usual weather in April and May, probably due to the El Nino weather phenomenon, then spoiled the fruits themselves, an official said.

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8 Friends Killed as SUV Falls Into Gorge in Maharashtra’s Raigad District

Eight people lost their lives after a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) plunged into a deep gorge in Maharashtra’s Raigad district, officials said on Monday. The vehicle reportedly fell nearly 1,000–1,500 feet in the Ambenali Ghat section of the Poladpur–Mahabaleshwar road, about 180 km from Mumbai.

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