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  Maharashtra extends private sector daily working hours from 9 to 10, amends existing law

  Maharashtra | September 04, 2025 20:45 IST

  According to the government, these reforms aim to make it easier to run a business, attract more investment, create jobs, and at the same time protect workers' rights, such as ensuring double wages for overtime.

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  Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Yojana: Maharashtra govt removes over 2200 ineligible women from scheme

  Maharashtra | July 03, 2025 17:10 IST

  Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Yojana: The scheme, initiated by the Women and Child Development Department, is designed to empower women between the ages of 21 and 65 by offering a monthly financial aid of Rs 1,500 through direct benefit transfer.

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  Maharashtra government withdraws GRs on three-language policy amid Hindi row

  Maharashtra | June 29, 2025 23:37 IST

  Hindi row in Maharashtra: With the withdrawal of the two controversial government resolutions, the spotlight now shifts to the Dr Jadhav-led committee, whose upcoming recommendations are expected to shape the next phase of Maharashtra’s language education policy in schools.

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  Pune bridge collapse: Fadnavis govt announces Rs 5L ex-gratia for victims after four drown in river

  Maharashtra | June 15, 2025 23:06 IST

  Pune bridge collapse: Teams of the National Disaster Response Force and personnel from other specialised units, including the fire brigade, were present at the spot. Now, the rescue effort will commence at 7:00 am on Monday morning.

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  Nashik Kumbh Mela 2027: Preparations underway for 'holy snan' | Know key details

  Maharashtra | June 01, 2025 18:47 IST

  The dates for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027–28, to be held in Nashik, Maharashtra, were officially announced following the Dharma Sansad (Religious Assembly). This grand religious festival will commence on October 31, 2026, with the ceremonial flag hoisting, and will conclude on February 20, 2028.

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  Maharashtra approves new post in Mumbai Police to vigil sleeper cells aftermath of India-Pak tension

  Maharashtra | May 16, 2025 14:50 IST

  Mumbai: Under the new mechanism, the joint commissioner of Special Branch will report directly to the commissioner and will also coordinate with the joint commissioner (law and order).

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  Maharashtra govt unveils 91-foot tall statue of Shivaji Maharaj, nine months after collapse incident

  Maharashtra | May 12, 2025 10:28 IST

  The new statue depicts Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj wielding a sword that is 29 feet long. Maharashtra CM Fadnavis said adequate care has been taken so that the new statue lasts at least 100 years in any environment.

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  Maharashtra govt clears conversion of over 2 lakh sq mts of leasehold land into ownership for metro

  Maharashtra | May 08, 2025 9:25 IST

  Maharashtra: The decision, taken in the last week of April, will benefit metro projects in Nagpur, Pune, and Pimpri-Chinchwad operated by Maha Metro, a state-run agency tasked with implementing modern metro rail systems outside Mumbai.

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  Maharashtra cabinet approves 'private carpooling' legal in state to reduce traffic congestion

  Maharashtra | April 30, 2025 18:44 IST

  Maharashtra: Carpooling as a legal service was under discussion since the last more than two decades, but the Maharashtra government had not given permission for it earlier.

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  Turn Mumbai's Raj Bhavan into memorial of Shivaji and shift Governor elsewhere: Uddhav Thackeray

  Maharashtra | April 16, 2025 19:07 IST

  Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) being the 'Hindutva' party is a fake narrative.

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  Maharashtra: Nitesh Rane appeals people to buy jhatka meat from 'Malhar' certified shops

  Maharashtra | March 11, 2025 20:16 IST

  Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane on Monday launched the Malhar Certification portal and urged people to not buy mutton from shops without this certification. He added that these shops will be 100 per cent owned by people of Hindu community.

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  Eknath Shinde teases Pawar at joint press conference: 'Ajit Dada's chair is fixed'

  Maharashtra | March 02, 2025 20:39 IST

  Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar hold a joint press conference ahead of the Maharashtra Budget Session.

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  Maharashtra government to provide free cancer vaccine for girls aged 0-14 across state

  Maharashtra | March 01, 2025 18:34 IST

  The Maharashtra government has decided to implement a free cancer vaccination programme to address the issue.

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  Maharashtra govt to give additional Rs 50K subsidy for rural homes under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana

  Maharashtra | February 23, 2025 22:28 IST

  Maharashtra: The programme operates on a demand-driven basis, allowing states and union territories to approve projects based on identified eligible beneficiaries.

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  Eknath Shinde's 'don't take me lightly' remark amid rumoured 'cold war' with CM Fadnavis | Video

  Maharashtra | February 21, 2025 15:57 IST

  Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's remark 'don't take me lightly' comes at a time when there are talks over the alleged rift between the BJP and Shiv Sena. However, a few days ago, Shinde asserted there was "absolutely no cold war" with Chief Minister Fadnavis.

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  BMW car, 4BHK flat: How a state govt contractual employee carried out Rs 21 cr fraud in Maharashtra

  Maharashtra | December 26, 2024 11:30 IST

  The police said that the employee earned Rs 13,000 per month and worked on a contractual basis at the Divisional Sports Complex at Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. He is currently absconding.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, December 24, 2024

  India | December 24, 2024 23:40 IST

  The Delhi Police has uncovered a major racket running in the national capital to facilitate the illegal Bangladeshi migrants. According to the information, the police have arrested 11 accused, including four Bangladeshi nationals.

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  Maharashtra Cabinet portfolio distribution in next 24 hours | Here's who may get what

  Maharashtra | December 18, 2024 11:08 IST

  Earlier, the government formation was delayed even after receiving a landmark victory in Maharashtra, now, the Mahayuti allies have not reached an agreement on portfolio distribution. However, the sources, said the talks are in the last round.

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  Eknath Shinde ends suspense, says Maharashtra CM candidate will be decided today in big relief to BJ

  Maharashtra | December 02, 2024 0:01 IST

  Eknath Shinde's statement comes amid reports that he is upset after his ally BJP reportedly denied him the Home Ministry. On Saturday, his party, Shiv Sena, made an official demand for the Home Ministry in the new Cabinet.

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  Maharashtra govt allocates Rs 200 crore for ‘Ladli Behna’ scheme promotion ahead of elections: RTI

  Maharashtra | October 18, 2024 14:13 IST

  The Maharashtra government has been criticised for spending nearly Rs 200 crore promoting the 'Ladli Behna' scheme ahead of the November 20 Assembly elections, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility.