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CM Fadnavis gives clean chit to industries minister over alleged MIDC land scam

While pointing out irregularities, Mr Bakshi recommended that the government make procedural changes.

29 Mar 2018 2:02 AM

As per the CAG report, it is expected that the government should spend the loan amount on capital expenditure.

Govt spent only 53 per cent loan amount on capital expenses

The state government is already facing a financial crunch and the debt burden is increasing.

29 Mar 2018 1:53 AM

File photo of the Gosikhurd irrigation project

Concerns raised over Gosikhurd project

Even after expenditure of Rs 9,712 crore in the last 34 years, irrigation project remains incomplete.

29 Mar 2018 1:47 AM

Maharashtra government cancels ‘anti-national’ seminar at Mumbai University

The session on the Kashmir issue was in the afternoon.

29 Mar 2018 1:09 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is keen on starting work on the project.

Bullet train work to start after 90 per cent land acquired

The government is acquiring land in Palghar and Thane district but the owners are not ready to give the land.

27 Mar 2018 2:46 AM

Mahavitaran’s financial health set to worsen

Arrears from all consumer will reach Rs 40k crore, of which, the share of agro pumps will be Rs 26,000 crore, including fine and interest.

25 Mar 2018 6:04 AM

Power demand has touched 18,700 MW and is expected to cross 22,000 MW mark during this season.

Coal shortage may lead to load-shedding

But all power stations have only so much coal for the plants to run for six to seven days.

25 Mar 2018 5:05 AM

Manufacturers likely to knock on court’s doors

The Maharashtra government has issued the notification regarding the ban on plastic on Friday and has given the BMC.

25 Mar 2018 4:57 AM

Representational picture of bullet train

Govt to go ahead with bullet train project, says CM Fadnavis

But Mr Fadnavis refuted all allegations, giving an example of constructing airports.

24 Mar 2018 6:24 AM

BJP sponsored Kisan Sabha march: Opposition

Mr Vikhe-Patil slammed the government for making all efforts to avoid inquiry into the suspicious death of CBI judge B.H. Loya.

23 Mar 2018 3:15 AM

The match will be held at Wankhede stadium.

Sunil Gavaskar bats for road safety

Yuvraj Singh and Suresh Raina will participate in the match as well.

22 Mar 2018 3:19 AM

Politicos jump in to score brownie Points

MNS leader Sandeep Deshpande rushed on the spot while party chief Raj Thackeray extended his support to the agitators.

21 Mar 2018 5:39 AM

Anna Hazare firm on agitation despite parleys with CM Fadnavis

Working on direct instructions from the PMO, Mr Fadnavis sent Mr Mahajan to initiate talks with Mr Hazare in Ahmednagar.

21 Mar 2018 2:52 AM

As per the rules, liquor is not allowed to be served at hookah parlours, which is being flouted, many leaders complained.

Hookah bars will soon be regulated: CM Fadnavis

While addressing these concerns, Mr Fadnavis clarified that the government will regulate hookah parlours.

20 Mar 2018 5:59 AM

Aam aadmi will be hit: Manufacturer body prez

We can’t simply copy the US’ system. We have to offer a cheaper alternative.

18 Mar 2018 5:34 AM

Shiv Sena likely to play neutral card

No-trust motion: BJP expects vote in support from ally.

18 Mar 2018 4:46 AM

BJP’s show of strength on April 6, to hold rally

Three lakh party workers are expected to attend the rally in Mumbai on April 6, said party state chief Raosaheb Danve.

17 Mar 2018 6:39 AM

During the elections, the Sena had promised Mumbaikars that property tax of homes up to 500 square feet would be waived off, and 50 per cent concession would be given to homes up to 750 square feet.

CM Fadnavis cornered on waiver of property tax

The Sena’s objective seems to have the property tax issue boomerang on the BJP.

17 Mar 2018 4:19 AM

Though Mr Kadam had announced a ban on plastic water and cold drink bottles initially, the government found that it would be difficult to implement and provide an alternate solution. (Photo: AFP)

Bottles to be exempted from plastic ban for time being

Ramdas Kadam had announced the plastic ban a few months earlier and chief minister Devendra Fadnavis had given him his consent.

16 Mar 2018 6:48 AM

However, Mr Walamb has announced that he would go an indefinite hunger strike since Mr Fadnavis had not given a written assurance.

Nanar agitation withdrawn after CM Fadnavis’ assurance

Residents of 14 villages which are in the vicinity of the Nanar green refinery project are opposing the project.

15 Mar 2018 7:16 AM

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