Marathi Language
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Maharashtra makes Marathi mandatory for Classes 1–10; non-compliant schools to face action
Maharashtra | Jun 29, 2026, 04:11 PM ISTA special inspection drive will be conducted to ensure the effective implementation of this rule and strict action will be taken for violating the rule. Schools have also been instructed to appoint qualified teachers who are capable of teaching the Marathi language.
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Mumbai shops, hotels must install Marathi signboards or face 'Sena-style' action, read new order
Maharashtra | May 14, 2026, 09:20 AM ISTMumbai has around nine lakh shops and establishments, of which 5,020 have still not complied with the rule mandating display of Marathi signboards, the deputy mayor maintained.
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Maharashtra begins drive to teach Marathi to auto, cab drivers; CM Fadnavis assures no violence
Maharashtra | Apr 25, 2026, 10:09 AM ISTFadnavis said that promoting Marathi in cities like Mumbai and across Maharashtra is “not wrong,” but must be done responsibly. He underlined that the government’s role is to ensure that such issues do not escalate into conflict.
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Mumbai Police arrests 11 MNS leaders amid Marathi language row targeting auto drivers
Maharashtra | Apr 24, 2026, 11:47 PM ISTMumbai Police have arrested several MNS leaders for allegedly creating unrest over the Marathi language mandate for auto drivers. The clash began during an event for rickshaw drivers in Dahisar, after which FIRs were registered under several legal provisions.
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Nana Patole writes letter to PM Modi, urges for 'Marathi announcements' on Maharashtra flights
Maharashtra | Dec 17, 2025, 06:29 PM ISTNana Patole stressed that giving Marathi its due respects the feelings of Maharashtra's people. "This will improve passenger convenience and promote the language's preservation and growth," he stated.
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Language row now airborne: Woman on Air India flight threatens passenger for not speaking Marathi
Trending | Oct 24, 2025, 01:50 PM ISTA YouTuber was allegedly threatened by a co-passenger on an Air India flight for not speaking Marathi, an incident that has ignited a broad debate over linguistic intolerance and regional chauvinism in Maharashtra.
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MNS leader moves Nashik court against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey over Marathi remarks
Maharashtra | Aug 05, 2025, 01:17 PM ISTMNS leader Sudam Kombade has filed a petition in Nashik sessions court against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey for remarks allegedly insulting Marathi identity. Kombade has demanded a public apology and warned of consequences if Dubey visits Nashik.
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'Forcing people to speak Marathi or Tamil will harm state': Maharashtra Governor on language row
Maharashtra | Jul 23, 2025, 11:08 AM ISTMarathi language row: Radhakrishnan highlighted the value of being multilingual while maintaining pride in one's native language. He acknowledged his own difficulty with Hindi, calling it a personal hurdle, and stressed that individuals should strive to learn as many languages as they can.
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Auto driver assaulted for not speaking Marathi, Uddhav Sena workers force public apology | Video
Maharashtra | Jul 13, 2025, 11:36 AM ISTMaharashtra: On Saturday evening, near Virar railway station, workers from the Shiv Sena (UBT) allegedly located the rickshaw driver and assaulted him over his earlier remarks about language. A video circulating on social media shows the driver being slapped and publicly humiliated.
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‘It’s your country’: Haryana man wins hearts amid Maharashtra language row, video goes viral
Trending | Jul 10, 2025, 04:22 PM ISTAs Maharashtra grapples with a rising language row over the use of Marathi, a viral video from Haryana has offered a refreshing message of unity. In the clip, a Haryanvi man questions a youth from Nashik for not speaking Haryanvi, but then the story takes a turn. Watch the viral video here.
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Maharashtra: Hundreds of MNS workers detained during protest demanding recognition of Marathi
Maharashtra | Jul 08, 2025, 04:02 PM ISTMNS workers were detained during a protest over Marathi language rights, sparking political tensions and renewed debate on linguistic identity in Maharashtra.
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Marathi language row: MNS workers held over vandalism at Entrepreneur Sushil Kedia's office
Maharashtra | Jul 05, 2025, 06:48 PM ISTMarathi language row: Kedia, striking a conciliatory note, acknowledged Raj Thackeray's consistent advocacy of Hindutva and nationalism. Emphasising the need for a constructive approach, he said citizens would be more inclined to embrace the Marathi language if motivated through encouragement.
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We have come together to stay together: Uddhav Thackeray on reunion with cousin Raj after 20 years
Maharashtra | Jul 05, 2025, 02:10 PM ISTUddhav took a strong stance against the central and state governments’ attempts to impose Hindi on Maharashtra, "We accept Hindustan, but we will not tolerate the forced imposition of Hindi," he said.
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Do bearded, skullcap-wearing people speak Marathi? Nitesh Rane slams MNS over language row | Video
Maharashtra | Jul 04, 2025, 06:27 PM ISTMarathi language row: Nitesh Rane sparked a fresh controversy with his sharp criticism of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena following the recent assault of a shopkeeper for allegedly not speaking Marathi. Aiming the MNS, Rane accused the party of selectively targeting poor Hindus.
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Duo forced to apologise to man over Thane assault, one slapped in presence of Sena UBT leader
Maharashtra | Jul 05, 2025, 05:08 PM ISTAccording to police, the altercation began with a dispute over a mobile recharge that escalated into a physical assault outside Thane railway station on Tuesday night. A video of the incident quickly went viral on social media, drawing widespread attention.
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Maharashtra government withdraws GRs on three-language policy amid Hindi row
Maharashtra | Jun 29, 2025, 11:37 PM ISTHindi 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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No imposition of 'Hindi language' in Maharashtra: Devendra Fadnavis
Maharashtra | Apr 20, 2025, 11:45 PM ISTAmid the ongoing row over the Maharashtra govt's decision to make Hindi a compulsory third language, CM Devendra Fadnavis said it is wrong to say that Hindi is being imposed, as Marathi will continue to be mandatory in the state.
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Raj Thackeray-led MNS demands formation of separate censor board for Marathi films
Maharashtra | Mar 26, 2025, 02:02 PM ISTMumbai: MNS leaders will soon meet with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to submit a memorandum and expect the state government to take this demand seriously and also address it immediately.
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'Marathi' language becomes mandatory in all government offices of Maharashtra
Maharashtra | Feb 04, 2025, 12:01 AM ISTMaharashtra: Disciplinary action will be taken against those in Maharashtra who will refuse to use the Marathi language.
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Will not tolerate any attempt to prevent 'Marathi' speakers from using their language: Uday Samant
Maharashtra | Jan 30, 2025, 07:20 AM ISTMaharashtra cabinet minister Uday Samant was speaking on the occasion of 'Vishwa Marathi Sammelan', an event organised from January 31 to February 2 in Pune.