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Supreme Court upholds states’ power to regulate industrial alcohol

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India affirmed the right of states to regulate industrial alcohol, delivering an 8:1 majority judgment that reshapes the legal landscape surrounding alcohol control.

Alarming lack of dietary diversity among infants in Maharashtra

The recent study highlighting that over 80% of children aged 6-23 months in Maharashtra lack dietary diversity is a stark reminder of the nutritional crisis facing our youngest citizens. This issue, deeply rooted in socio-economic disparities, demands urgent attention and comprehensive action from both government and society.   The findings reveal that a significant portion […]

Baba Siddique murder: To be cremated with full honours

NEW DELHI -Baba Siddique, a prominent political figure, was tragically shot dead on October 12, 2024, outside his son Zeeshan Siddique’s office in Bandra, Mumbai. The NCP leader was shot while he was bursting firecrackers on the occasion of Dussehra. Three men emerged from a vehicle, their faces covered with handkerchiefs and opened fire with […]

PM Modi launches ₹7,600 Crore development projects in Maharashtra

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for over ₹7,600 crore in development projects in Maharashtra, including airport upgrades, new medical colleges, and skills institutes, emphasizing rapid growth and support for farmers and youth.

Eknath Shinde attributes NDA’S plans derailing to the “400 paar” slogan

NEW DELHI: Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde recently attributed the setbacks faced by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls to the “400 paar” slogan. In a video interview given to the media, Shinde mentioned several key points, highlighting internal and external dynamics affecting the NDA. Previously, […]

BJP’s poor show in Maharashtra: Fadnavis offers to resign

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who has been a key figure in the state's BJP leadership, took full responsibility for the party's electoral setback in the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 and has offered to resign on Wednesday, May 05.

Veer Savarkar’s legacy celebrated on 141st birth anniversary

India celebrated the 141st birth anniversary of freedom fighter Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, also known as Veer Savarkar on 28 May.

Pune Porsche crash: Teen’s bail revoked, adult trial ordered

NEW DELHI:In a crucial development following the fatal Porsche crash in Pune, the Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) has canceled the bail of the 17-year-old involved in the accident and decided that he will be tried as an adult. The minor, who had initially been released on bail just 15 hours after his detention, will now […]

New COVID variant KP.2 detected in West Bengal

In recent weeks, 36 samples have tested positive for the newest Covid variant, KP.2, in genomic sequencing performed across India, with a significant focus on West Bengal.

Bollywood celebrities cast votes in phase 5

Voting is currently underway across various constituencies in phase 5 of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, spanning six states and two Union territories.