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  No birth date, no wedding? Maharashtra govt mulls big rule to crack down on child marriages

  Maharashtra | June 24, 2026 17:23 IST

  Maharashtra is considering a new rule requiring the birth dates of brides and grooms on wedding invitation cards to prevent child marriages. The state aims to reduce child marriage cases to below 10 per cent over the next five years.

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  Maharashtra government plans inspection of Mumbai Gymkhanas on public land

  Maharashtra | May 25, 2026 18:33 IST

  An official said notices are issued whenever violations or defaults are found, and hearings are also conducted in certain cases.

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  Maharashtra sets up task force to study digital addiction among children; report by next session

  Maharashtra | February 26, 2026 10:40 IST

  The task force, which will include members from both the Houses of the state legislature, will submit its report before the next session of the legislature.

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  Maharashtra Cabinet pays tribute to Ajit Pawar in first meeting, fulfils his three key wishes

  Maharashtra | February 10, 2026 16:20 IST

  Maharashtra Cabinet pays tribute to Ajit Pawar by approving three key proposals he had championed. The decisions include converting Ratnapur into an industrial hub, funding for Baramati Sports Complex and sanctioning new Additional Collector posts.

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  Maharashtra govt to transfer Rs 3,000 to Ladli Behna accounts on Jan 14, Congress raises objection

  Maharashtra | January 12, 2026 9:28 IST

  The Maharashtra government's decision to credit Rs 3,000 to Ladli Behna beneficiaries on Makar Sankranti has drawn strong objections from the Congress, which claims the move violates election rules ahead of the BMC polls.

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  Maharashtra boosts marriage support: Rs 2.5 lakh for disabled couples, aid for mixed marriages too

  Maharashtra | December 18, 2025 22:21 IST

  The Maharashtra government has approved a new incentive scheme to promote marriages involving persons with disabilities. Under the policy, disabled couples will receive Rs 2.5 lakh, while marriages between disabled and non-disabled partners will be supported with Rs 1.5 lakh through Maha DBT.

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  Maharashtra renames Islampur in Sangli district as Ishwarpur following MHA approval

  Maharashtra | November 04, 2025 19:51 IST

  The decision, formalised through a Gazette notification, is part of a broader trend in the state to restore historical and cultural identities of towns.

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  Maharashtra shops, hotels and establishments to stay open 24x7

  Maharashtra | October 01, 2025 22:45 IST

  Maharashtra government has issued a new order allowing all shops, hotels, and other establishments except liquor shops, bars, hookah parlors, and country bars to remain open 24 hours a day.

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  Maratha reservation: Maharashtra government eases process to obtain Kunbi caste certificate

  Maharashtra | September 02, 2025 18:22 IST

  Maratha quota: In the Marathwada region, the demand for caste-based reservations for Marathas has persisted for decades due to historical, social, and cultural links between the Maratha and Kunbi communities.

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  Maharashtra issues social media guidelines for officials, warns of disciplinary action if violated

  Maharashtra | July 28, 2025 23:55 IST

  The Maharashtra government has issued strict social media guidelines for state employees, warning of disciplinary action for violations. Officials must avoid criticising government policies, keep personal and official accounts separate, and refrain from using official symbols in personal posts.

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  Maharashtra govt renames Islampur in Sangli district to Ishwarpur, Centre's nod awaited

  Maharashtra | July 18, 2025 16:06 IST

  According to Food and Civil Supplies Minister Chhagan Bhujbal, the decision was approved during a cabinet meeting held on Thursday. A Shiv Sena leader from Islampur said that the demand for a change in name has been pending since 1986.

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  Maharashtra Assembly passes 'Special Public Security Bill' to tackle urban Naxalism: Know about it

  Maharashtra | July 10, 2025 20:46 IST

  Opposition parties had raised objections on some aspects of the bill, including what they claimed was an expansive interpretation of the term "urban Naxal". The bill is yet to be tabled in the legislative council.

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  Maharashtra government to provide compensation to families of inmates who die in jail

  Maharashtra | April 28, 2025 23:28 IST

  The Maharashtra government announces compensation for families of prisoners who die in custody under specific circumstances, following NHRC guidelines.

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  Maharashtra's budget for FY 2025-26 presented by Deputy CM Ajit Pawar: Key announcements

  Maharashtra | March 10, 2025 14:49 IST

  Last year’s pre-election budget was lauded as both inclusive and transformative, with its public-friendly policies playing a crucial role in the Mahayuti government’s return to power.

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  Maharashtra politics heats up as CM Fadnavis removes Shinde's close aide from key position in MITRA

  Maharashtra | March 07, 2025 11:30 IST

  Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has removed Eknath Shinde's close aide from the post of Vice President of the 'MITRA' amid the buzz of political tensions in the Mahayuti government. MITRA was established in 2022 by the then Eknath Shinde-led Maharashtra government

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  Maharashtra appoints Manoj Sharma as Special IG, Nikhil Gupta as ADG of law and order to strengthen

  Maharashtra | March 02, 2025 18:23 IST

  Maharashtra appoints Nikhil Gupta as ADG and Manoj Sharma as Special IG of Law and Order to strengthen security and address opposition concerns.

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  Maharashtra govt to expand 'Aple Sarkar Seva Kendras' for enhanced digital governance | Details here

  Maharashtra | February 27, 2025 23:33 IST

  An order issued by the state Information and Technology department said Aple Sarkar Seva Kendras will now be established in every gram panchayat, while villages with a population exceeding 5,000 will have at least two such centres.

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  Raghu Ram responds to 'India’s Got Latent' row as Maha govt probes Allahbadia controvery

  Entertainment | February 15, 2025 16:36 IST

  The Maharashtra government has ordered an inquiry into Ranveer Allahbadia and India's Got Latent over alleged vulgar content, sparking legal and political scrutiny.

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  WEF Summit: Maharashtra inks highest-ever deals | How it'll create jobs in defence, service sectors?

  Maharashtra | January 23, 2025 11:29 IST

  WEF Summit in Davos: Another major investment is from Amazon, which will invest Rs 71,795 crore in data centres in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). This investment will create 83,100 jobs.

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  Saif Ali Khan attacked: Kejriwal accuses Maharashtra govt of failing to provide security in Mumbai

  Delhi | January 16, 2025 14:11 IST

  Saif Ali Khan attacked: Kejriwal said that the present government can't protect the country, the border, and the capital. He alleged that there are open calls for ransom in Delhi. He said the BJP should stop dirty politics and do developmental works.