Marathi

Modi govt confers status of 'Classical Language' to Marathi, Pali, Prakrit, Assamese and Bengali

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said by now, India had Tamil, Sanskrit, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Odia as the notified classical languages and the Centre is taking steps to conserve and promote the classical languages and to preserve the rich heritage of these languages.

Marathi actor Siddharth Chandekar turns matchmaker, arranges second marriage of his mother

The actor took to his Instagram handle to share the news of his mother's second marriage and wrote, ''Happy Second Innings, Aai.''

KCR demands Bharat Ratna for Annabhau Sathe: Who was he? All you need to know about him

KCR asked the Maharashtra government to likewise keep in touch with the Centre to accord the most elevated distinction to Sathe, who was born on August 1, 1920, and died on July 18, 1969.

Gharat Ganpati Teaser: Navjyot Bandiwadekar and Navigns' multi-starrer family drama impresses

Director Navjyot Bandiwadekar has announced his next work titled, 'Gharat Ganpati’. It is a multi-starrer family drama presented by Navigns. The official announcement was made sharing a video that starts with intriguing music and welcoming lines.

Maharashtra: Govt to issue medical textbooks in Marathi from next academic year

The National Education Policy 2020, which was announced on 29th July, 2020 proposes various reforms in school education as well as higher education.

Mumbai: BMC to take action against stores on main roads without Marathi signboards

Showrooms and stores on main roads and junctions of the city, where Marathi signboards are not prominently displayed, will be dealt with on a priority basis.

Display shop names in Marathi first, letters should be bigger than other languages: BMC to owners

In another order, BMC said that names of visionary men, and forts shouldn't be written on nameplates of liquor shops.

Shivaji Jayanti 2022: Date, history, significance of this day and and how to celebrate it

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is the embodiment of bravery and the tales of his heroics are written about in history books. On his birth anniversary every year, Shivaji Jayanti is celebrated on February 19 in Maharashtra and at other places in the country.

Mister Mummy: Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh's movie posters elicit funny responses

In the first look posters of the upcoming comedy film Mister Mummy, Riteish Deshmukh's character is seen with a baby bump. The movie is directed by Shaad Ali and reunites Riteish with Genelia on-screen after 2012's Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya. 

After 8-year delay, decks cleared for 'Marathi Bhasha Bhavan' in Mumbai

As per official estimates, the project, slated to cost over Rs 80 crore, will be ready well before the 2024 Assembly elections.

Use Marathi in signages, ads: Maharashtra government to Konkan Railway

The Maharashtra government has asked the Konkan Railway to follow the three-language formula and use Marathi along with Hindi and English on the signages, advertisements, and in its press releases.

Veteran Marathi writer Ratnakar Matkari dies, he tested positive for coronavirus

Ratnakar Matkari was a pioneer of the children''s drama movement in Marathi, The veteran writer had tested coronavirus postive last week.

Marathi singer Geeta Mali dies in road accident

Geeta Mali had sung songs for a few Marathi films and also cut her own music albums.

Marathi must for all boards in Maharashtra: Fadnavis

Against the backdrop of a planned agitation by Marathi litterateurs, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday reiterated that teaching Marathi is mandatory in all the schools in the state-affiliated to any Central or state education boards.

Shiv Sena MPs to take oath in Marathi

Newly-elected MPs of the Shiv Sena will take an oath of the 17th Lok Sabha in Marathi, a party leader has said.

Yeshwant Deo, veteran Marathi composer passes away at 91

Yeshwant Deo also wrote books on the devotional music of Shirdi Saibaba, light classical music and Marathi Bhav-geet.

Priyanka Chopra’s debut Marathi production Ventilator wins 3 National Film Awards

Bombay HC quashes Maharashtra govt circular on Marathi for autorickshaw permits

Bombay HC held as illegal a circular by the Maharashtra govt mandating knowledge of Marathi language as one of the pre-conditions for getting a new autorickshaw permit in the state.

Marathi classical dancer Ashwini Ekbote passes away during performance on stage

Classical dancer Ashwini Ekbote died on Saturday night after collapsing on stage during a performance in Pune, police said. The 44-year-old, who had also acted in several plays, was performing at the Bharat Natyamandir in