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Maharashtra to lead next phase of India's nuclear energy expansion: Devendra Fadnavis

Maharashtra will spearhead India's nuclear energy expansion. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted nuclear power's necessity for reliable, round-the-clock electricity. Renewable sources like solar and wind are not consistently available. Maharashtra has signed agreements for 25,000 MW projects. American nuclear companies are showing interest in large-scale investments in the state's nuclear…

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Maharashtra govt ramps up nuclear energy with MoUs worth Rs 6.5 lakh crore

Maharashtra has signed MoUs with four companies, including Adani Power and Reliance Industries, to attract Rs 6.5 lakh crore in nuclear energy investments. These projects aim to generate 25,400 MW of power and create 1,23,500 jobs, bolstering the state's clean energy initiatives and contributing to India's energy-rich nation goal.

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13 dead, 20 injured in Palghar tempo-trailer accident; CM Devendra Fadnavis announces compensation of Rs 5 lakh each

A tragic accident occurred in Palghar, Maharashtra, on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway. A tempo packed with guests for an engagement ceremony collided with a speeding container trailer. The collision claimed 13 lives and left 20 others injured. The tempo was reportedly overloaded and on the wrong side of the road.

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'Where is Modi?': Sanjay Raut questions PM's foreign tour

Sanjay Raut of Shiv Sena (UBT) has strongly criticized the BJP. He questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign visits while the country faces crises. Raut also alleged that national institutions, including NEET, are under BJP's complete control. He highlighted issues with state leaders' convoys and defended the legacy of Maharashtra's…

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Maharashtra govt to roll out farm loan waiver before June 30: Devendra Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed a farm loan waiver will be implemented before June 30. Preparations are in the final stages. He also addressed the Maratha reservation issue, stating the government has consistently supported the community. Activist Manoj Jarange's planned agitation was noted. The Chief Minister clarified the process…

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Maratha quota issue: Jarange warns of fresh agitation from May 30

Manoj Jarange, a Maratha quota activist, will begin an indefinite hunger strike on May 30. He has set a May 29 deadline for the Maharashtra government to issue Kunbi caste certificates in Marathwada. Jarange demands the dissolution of the Maratha quota sub-committee and a separate ministry for Maratha and Kunbi…

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Cutting fuel use: CM Devendra Fadnavis rides motorcycle to Vidhan Bhavan

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis arrived at Vidhan Bhavan on a motorcycle. This action is part of new austerity measures. These measures aim to cut fuel consumption. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had appealed for fuel conservation. State minister Nitesh Rane also walked to the Mantralaya. The government is reviewing vehicle…

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Maharashtra CM unveils logo for Nashik Kumbh Mela, says 'grand and divine' event in offing

Fadnavis maintained the government was working in coordination with 'akharas' (Hindu monastic orders) and religious leaders to ensure smooth arrangements for the spiritual congregation, which takes place after every 12 years.

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Maharashtra CM Fadnavis urges citizens to follow PM Modi's call for responsible fuel use amid West Asia crisis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis supports Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for responsible consumption. Global conflicts are impacting oil and gas supplies, raising prices. Fadnavis warns that improper fuel use could lead to shortages in India. Prime Minister Modi urged citizens to reduce edible oil consumption and embrace natural farming.

The Economic Times

Ajit Pawar Biography: A Life of Leadership, Struggle & Service

Ajit Pawar was the politician who served in the position of Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra for the longest time. Serving in the position for six terms non-consecutively, he was working under multiple governments including the cabinets of Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, Prithviraj Chavan and Uddhav Thackeray. In fact, he…

Times Life

Argument over seats to hate campaign: The story behind the Mumbai Press Club row

For more than five decades, the Mumbai Press Club has been a home for the city’s journalists. Founded in 1968 along with the Bombay Union of Journalists, it was built on values of honesty, independence, and public service in order to protect the dignity of journalism and the freedom of…

Newslaundry

Explained: Did Maharashtra’s voter additions trigger ECI checks?

After Congress leader Rahul Gandhi tweeted Newslaundry’s investigation of voter manipulations in Nagpur South West – Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis’ own seat – it sparked a political face-off. Fadnavis hit back, calling the claims baseless, accusing the Congress of misleading the public.

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Politics of ‘Marathi asmita’ skips half of Maharashtra

Over the past few months, Maharashtra has seen a renewed wave of Marathi identity politics – or asmita, as it’s known. It began when the Devendra Fadnavis-led government issued a government resolution (GR) making Hindi a compulsory third language in schools. Following backlash, the government quietly revised the order, saying…

Newslaundry

The Thackerays are back on stage. But will the script sell in 2025 Mumbai?

From branding South Indians as “yandu gundu” in the 70s to targeting North Indians as “bhaiyas”, regional identity has long been the Thackeray brand’s go-to political weapon – first with Bal Thackeray’s Shiv Sena, then with Raj Thackeray’s breakaway Maharashtra Navnirman Sena. Decades later, with both Uddhav and Raj politically…

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A flurry of new voters? The curious case of Kamthi, where the Maha BJP chief won

Since last year, Newslaundry has been tracking lists of voters – how many are added, how many are removed, and whether all these processes make sense.

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Fadnavis vs facts? EC data doesn’t match CM’s claims

After Rahul Gandhi tweeted a Newslaundry report on a sharp rise in voters in Nagpur South West, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis responded with data to shut all the criticism. He claimed there were at least 25 constituencies that saw voter numbers go up by more than eight percent between…

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Did Prada ‘steal’ Indian sandal designs without giving credit?

The luxury brand faces accusations of cultural appropriation after models wore Kolhapuri sandals without giving credit.

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Rahul cries foul, Fadnavis says ‘lies’. But will EC put its detailed report in public?

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of “shooting arrows in the dark” after the latter’s remarks on “vote theft” in the 2024 Maharashtra elections.

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Reporters Without Orders Ep 373: JP Nadda’s rise, Maharashtra voter roll

This week, host Pratyush Deep is joined by Newslaundry’s Shivnarayan Rajpurohit and Sumedha Mittal.

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In 6 months, Fadnavis seat added 29,219 voters. Poll staff claim lapses

In just six months between the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and the Maharashtra assembly polls, Nagpur South West – the seat held by BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis – added 29,219 new voters. About 162 voters everyday. That’s a sharp 8.25 percent increase, more than double the 4 percent threshold that…

The Independent UK

Four dead after dozens swept away in bridge collapse in India

Locals say tourists ignored warning signboard at ‘popular selfie spot’

The Independent UK

2 killed and 32 injured after a bridge collapses at a tourist destination in western India

At least two people have died and 32 others are injured after an iron bridge over a river collapsed at a popular tourist destination in India’s western Maharashtra state

Newslaundry

At least 4 dead, search on for missing after pedestrian bridge used by two-wheelers collapses

At least four people are dead after a pedestrian bridge over the Indrayani river collapsed this afternoon in Kundmala village of Pune district’s Maval taluka. Rescue operations are still underway and have so far managed to pull out at least 54 people who were swept away by the strong current.

The Independent UK

At least 5 killed as passengers fall off overcrowded train in India

Incident occurred when passengers hanging from open doorways of Pushpak Express collided with others doing the same on a train approaching from the opposite direction

The Times of India

Chhaava OTT debut: When and where to watch the Vicky Kaushal starrer

After dominating the box office, Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava is now set to take over the digital space.

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