Maharashtra

Mumbai, Maharashtra: Maharashtra witnessed a historic political moment on Wednesday as brothers Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray reunited after two decades. The long-awaited reunion marks a new chapter in the state’s political landscape, and at the center of this reconciliation was a key figure affectionately known as “Chandu Mama.” Chandu Mama’s Role in the ReunionRaj Thackeray had left Shiv Sena on November 27, 2005, to form the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS). On Wednesday, he announced the alliance between MNS and Shiv Sena (UBT), ending 20 years of political separation. The press conference revealed the pivotal role of Chandra Kant Vaidya, popularly called Chandu Mama, in bringing the brothers together. Dressed in a red kurta, he was warmly welcomed by both Raj and Uddhav Thacke...

Mumbai: In a major political development in Maharashtra, Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray have come together to contest the upcoming Mumbai BMC elections jointly. The two cousins, who had been politically apart for over two decades, have decided to join forces on the Hindi language issue and regional Marathi concerns. This marks a historic reunion in Maharashtra’s political landscape. The alliance comes at a critical time, as the 2026 BMC elections will put Uddhav Thackeray’s political standing to the test. Shiv Sena has historically held the mayor’s post in Mumbai for several decades, making this election crucial. Tribute at Smriti SthalBefore announcing their alliance, both leaders visited Smriti Sthal in Mumbai to pay homage to Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray. The ceremony inclu...

Mumbai: Taking a tough stand on the deteriorating air quality in the financial capital, the Bombay High Court on Tuesday strongly reprimanded the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) for their failure to effectively curb rising air pollution. The court warned that unless immediate and concrete measures are taken, the situation could soon spiral out of control. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Chandrashekhar and Justice Gautam Ankhad made it clear that while the court is not opposed to development or ongoing construction activities, strict compliance with environmental norms is non-negotiable. “We are not against development, but rules must be followed. You have failed to ensure compliance,” the bench observed. During the...

Mumbai, Maharashtra: In a major political development in Maharashtra, the Shiv Sena (UBT) led by Uddhav Thackeray has formally entered into an alliance with Raj Thackeray’s Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) ahead of the municipal elections. The formal announcement will be made tomorrow, December 24, in Mumbai by the Thackeray brothers. This update was shared by Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and Rajya Sabha MP, Sanjay Raut, who confirmed that the announcement will take place at 12 PM. The alliance comes as Mumbai, along with 29 other municipal corporations in the state, prepares for elections. Voting for these elections is scheduled for January 15, with results to be declared on January 16. This marks the first political collaboration between Raj and Uddhav Thackeray in 20 years, creating signif...

Pune, Maharashtra: A shocking incident in Nanded, Maharashtra, has sent ripples through the political landscape, as a senior NCP leader was allegedly kidnapped, beaten, and threatened in broad daylight. The incident has raised serious concerns about political rivalries, law and order, and factionalism within parties. Supporters of the victim have announced a Nanded bandh in protest. CCTV Footage Reveals the AttackAccording to CCTV footage, former opposition leader in Nanded Municipal Corporation, Jeevan Ghogre Patil, was traveling in his Toyota Innova when a Mahindra Scorpio blocked his vehicle. Three individuals, waiting by the roadside, forcibly pulled Patil into the Scorpio and fled the scene. The kidnapped leader alleged that he was taken to an undisclosed location, where he was ...

Pune: The results of the Maharashtra local body elections have brought several inspiring stories to the forefront. One such story is of Bhagyashree Jagtap, a humble fruit seller from the popular hill station of Lonavala, who has been elected as a member of the Lonavala Municipal Council (LMC). Bhagyashree, a candidate of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) led by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, defeated her closest rival from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to win the council seat. She secured 1,468 votes, surpassing BJP candidate Rachna Sinker, who received 800 votes, winning by a margin of 608 votes. Staying Grounded After VictoryRemarkably, the day after her victory, Bhagyashree chose not to participate in congratulatory ceremonies. Instead, she returned to her fru...

Mumbai: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is set to spend approximately ₹4.3 crore on anti-infective bed cover mats that infection control specialists reportedly do not recognize. The mats are intended for deployment across four medical college hospitals, with a total of 43,000 units to be purchased. Supplier Claims and Product Features The mats are being supplied by Veer Housing Projects LLP, sourced from Pioneer Polyleader Pvt. Ltd., a company based in Uttarakhand. The supplier claims that the mats are antimicrobial, reusable, waterproof, and odorless, capable of reducing E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Aspergillus niger by up to 99.99%. According to the supplier, the product retains its effectiveness for up to 10 washes and can be used for one week per mat. Limit...