Maharashtra Governemnt
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No birth date, no wedding? Maharashtra govt mulls big rule to crack down on child marriages
Maharashtra | Jun 24, 2026, 05:23 PM ISTMaharashtra 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, 06:33 PM ISTAn 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 | Feb 26, 2026, 10:40 AM ISTThe 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 | Feb 10, 2026, 04:20 PM ISTMaharashtra 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 | Jan 12, 2026, 09:28 AM ISTThe 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 | Dec 18, 2025, 10:21 PM ISTThe 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 | Nov 04, 2025, 07:51 PM ISTThe 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 | Oct 01, 2025, 10:45 PM ISTMaharashtra 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 | Sep 02, 2025, 06:22 PM ISTMaratha 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 | Jul 28, 2025, 11:55 PM ISTThe 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 | Jul 18, 2025, 04:06 PM ISTAccording 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 | Jul 10, 2025, 08:46 PM ISTOpposition 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 | Apr 28, 2025, 11:28 PM ISTThe 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 | Mar 10, 2025, 02:49 PM ISTLast 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 | Mar 07, 2025, 11:30 AM ISTMaharashtra 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 | Mar 02, 2025, 06:23 PM ISTMaharashtra 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 | Feb 27, 2025, 11:33 PM ISTAn 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 | Feb 15, 2025, 04:36 PM ISTThe 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 | Jan 23, 2025, 11:29 AM ISTWEF 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 | Jan 16, 2025, 02:11 PM ISTSaif 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.