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Former Bombay High Court Judge RC Chavan Resigns From Maharashtra UCC Panel
Retired Bombay High Court Judge RC Chavan resigned from the Maharashtra Uniform Civil Code committee citing procedural concerns and disagreements with the drafting process.
R.C. Chavan resigns from Maharashtra Uniform Civil Code committee
R.C. Chavan has resigned from the Maharashtra Uniform Civil Code committee citing dissatisfaction with the committee's functioning.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces action plan for drought relief
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announces the upcoming issuance of an official notification regarding drought conditions and relief measures in the state.
Justice R.C. Sharma Resigns From Maharashtra UCC Committee Over Process Concerns
Justice R.C. Sharma resigned from the Maharashtra Uniform Civil Code committee citing dissatisfaction with the committee's working methods and objectives.
Professors in Maharashtra struggle with hourly wages and job uncertainty
Thousands of professors in Maharashtra are working on an hourly basis without permanent job security for years.
BMC plans Rs 7,346cr flood-control works for Mumbai
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has launched a 7,346 crore rupee flood-control plan for Mumbai, which will be partially funded by the central government.
Professors are forced to sell vegetables to earn a living
Contractual professors in Maharashtra are selling vegetables to support their income due to irregular pay structures and a lack of permanent hiring.
Pawar urges Fadnavis to declare drought, provide aid to farmers
Sharad Pawar has requested Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to declare a drought and provide financial aid to farmers affected by a rainfall deficit.
Bombay High Court to begin hearing on Maratha Quota Act
The Bombay High Court is scheduled to commence hearings regarding the 2024 Maratha Reservation Act on October 9.
Maharashtra govt prepares action plan for drinking water scarcity
The Maharashtra government has instructed officials to develop an action plan to manage potential drinking water shortages between October 2026 and June 2027.
Maharashtra sets up panel for implementation of maritime development policy
The Maharashtra state government has established a High Powered Committee to oversee and implement the state's 2023 Maritime Development Policy.
Congress leaders seek drought-hit status for Maharashtra’s Latur, urgent relief measures
Congress party leaders in Latur, Maharashtra, have demanded that the state government officially designate the district as drought-hit to facilitate relief for affected farmers.
Maratha quota activist firm on march to Mumbai despite health deterioration
Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange-Patil continues his march to Mumbai despite declining health and a pending legal challenge.
Jarange's health deteriorates; doctors give advice after treatment in Beed
Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil suspended his hunger strike after health complications and receiving a 90-day deadline from the government.
Maharashtra govt puts tighter checks on correction, cancellation of birth & death records
The Maharashtra government implemented stricter verification and approval procedures for correcting or canceling birth and death records to prevent fraudulent entries.
Maharashtra govt reduces mandatory tender period to fast-track rural works
The Maharashtra government has reduced the mandatory tender notice period for rural development projects until the end of 2026 to expedite work execution.
Maharashtra Cabinet approves 750 crore soft loans for cooperative sugar mills
The Maharashtra Cabinet approved 750 crore rupees in soft loans for cooperative sugar mills to clear farmer payments and sanctioned various administrative and policy measures.
Moshi garbage depot tragedy: Families seek adequate compensation and government jobs
Nine workers died in a garbage dump collapse at the Moshi waste-to-energy facility in Pimpri-Chinchwad.
Maharashtra government forms committee to review state recruitment examination system
The Maharashtra government has formed a seven-member committee to review and improve the state's recruitment examination system.
Manoj Jarange Patil gives Maharashtra government two day ultimatum for reservation
Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil has issued a two-day ultimatum to the Maharashtra government to issue a Government Resolution (GR) on his demands, including the issuance of Kunbi certificates, threatening to march to Mumbai if his requirements are not met.
Maharashtra Chief Minister condemns assault on activist Vidyannand Bapat
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reacted to the assault on activist Vidyannand Bapat in Pune, stating that violence is wrong and that everyone has a right to express their opinion while urging traditional celebration of Ganeshotsav.
Abhijeet Dipke challenges BJP leaders to release their educational credentials
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke challenged BJP leaders to release their educational credentials after an RTI filing questioned the funding sources for his higher education in the United States.
Bombay High Court criticizes Maharashtra government over private forest land acquisition procedures
The Bombay High Court criticized the Maharashtra government for its obstinacy in declaring private forest lands state-owned without following Supreme Court mandated procedures.
Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation seeks thousand crore flood relief from Maharashtra government
The Vasai-Virar City Municipal Corporation requested Rs 1,000 crore in relief funds from the Maharashtra government to repair flood-damaged infrastructure and mitigate future risks after July rains caused 12 deaths.
Survey reveals commuters support state penalties for taxi ride cancellations
A LocalCircles survey indicates that ninety-five per cent of app-based taxi users desire state-imposed penalties for driver-initiated ride cancellations, echoing recent mandates from the Maharashtra government.
Maharashtra fishermen oppose early ending of monsoon fishing ban
Maharashtra fishermen's unions oppose the government's announcement that the monsoon fishing ban ends on August 1, contrary to the earlier August 15 schedule.
Maharashtra Chief Minister launches Drug Free Mumbai campaign
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis launched the Drug-Free Mumbai campaign at NSCI Dome with a goal to achieve a drug-free city in the next two to four years.
Maharashtra government approves funds for farm loan waiver scheme publicity
The Maharashtra government has approved Rs 9.9 crore for the publicity of its Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Shetkari Karzamukti Yojana 2026 farm loan waiver scheme.
Maharashtra government withdraws FIRs against students involved in NEET protests
Maharashtra Government has decided to withdraw all FIRs filed against students protesting a NEET paper leak following an agreement with student representatives and the Central Government.
Maharashtra government amends cooperative housing society governance and financial rules
Maharashtra Government has implemented comprehensive amendments to cooperative housing society rules affecting governance, succession, maintenance charges, and financial provisions.