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Explained: Significance of smaller allies for the two major coalitions in MaharashtraSubscriber Only
February 25, 2019 00:49 IST
Some of the smaller parties in Maharashtra have aligned themselves one way or the other, while others are keeping Congress-NCP and BJP-Sena waiting. One of them has an MP, a few have Lok Sabha aspirations, most others are looking at Assembly poll deals.
Mon, Feb 25, 2019
Mahrashtra govt hands traders tax amnestySubscriber Only
February 21, 2019 02:05 IST
Officials said the policy will target over 1 lakh merchants and traders, who would now have to own up to their previous undeclared earnings and unpaid tax to avoid penalties and interest on tax dues.
Thu, Feb 21, 2019
Sensing a chance, Sharad Pawar back in race, from tested strongholdSubscriber Only
February 21, 2019 00:19 IST
In Madha, Pawar starts as a firm favourite. The constituency, which was only carved out post-delimitation in 2008, has remained loyal to the NCP, although its voter base has been on the decline.
Thu, Feb 21, 2019
Maharashtra govt to tap taxpayers to refund GST paid by Dharavi project developerSubscriber Only
February 20, 2019 01:47 IST
While the final estimates of the burden this would put on the exchequer are being worked out, government sources admitted the sop’s total worth may well go over Rs 3,000 crore.
Wed, Feb 20, 2019
Mumbai Confidential: Making A ComebackSubscriber Only
February 18, 2019 08:47 IST
On February 11, Devendra Fadnavis had transferred Medha Gadgil out of the Relief and Rehabilitation department, posting her as the Chairman-cum-Managing Director of the Maharashtra State Financial Corporation, which is seen as an inconsequential posting.
Mon, Feb 18, 2019
NCP readies big guns for Lok Sabha pollsSubscriber Only
February 14, 2019 02:40 IST
NCP chief Sharad Pawar has hinted that he is considering the option of entering the fray from western Maharashtra’s Madha constituency, which he had represented in 2009.
Thu, Feb 14, 2019EWS quota won’t apply to Marathas, says Devendra Fadnavis govtSubscriber Only
February 13, 2019 04:26 IST
In the wake of the statewide Maratha quota protests, the state government had secured the legislature’s nod to offer 16 per cent reservations to the community in jobs, education. To facilitate the move, it was placed in the SEBC category.
Wed, Feb 13, 2019
Realty market picks up, Maharashtra likely to meet revenue targetSubscriber Only
February 11, 2019 07:29 IST
With the real estate already reeling from a general economic meltdown, buying and selling of properties in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), which is India’s biggest real estate market, had slowed down considerably after the demonetisation in 2016.
Mon, Feb 11, 2019
Maharashtra govt regularises ‘squatters’ in MHADA’s transit sheltersSubscriber Only
February 05, 2019 02:15 IST
Cabinet goes against law dept’s ‘unconstitutional move’ observation
Tue, Feb 05, 2019
Maharashtra: What factors are at play in the Congress-NCP alliance?Subscriber Only
February 05, 2019 01:49 IST
Congress sees a lot to gain in Maharashtra, where BJP did well in 2014, while NCP needs as many seats as possible to be able to regain its old muscle. After the split and poor results in Assembly polls, the two cannot afford to go separate and also need smaller allies.
Tue, Feb 05, 2019
Mumbai Confidential: Bungalow MysterySubscriber Only
February 04, 2019 03:01 IST
With the term of the incumbent, Jageshwar Saharia, set to end on September 4, the state’s protocol department has already invited applications from bureaucrats interested for the post.
Mon, Feb 04, 2019
Prime Mumbai plot for public housing goes to journalists: Govt’s giftSubscriber Only
January 26, 2019 05:15 IST
The state’s decision is to offer Mumbai public land will go to journalists, courtesy state govt over 250 homes on ownership basis for journalists.
Sat, Jan 26, 2019
Simply Put: The new plan for DharaviSubscriber Only
January 23, 2019 00:32 IST
Residents of Asia’s largest slum have come to expect a redevelopment project whenever elections approach. What’s new in the plan drawn up now to ‘transform Dharavi into a commercial hub’?
Thu, Jan 24, 2019
Unlocked for new law university, courts: 500-acre eco-sensitive belt in MumbaiSubscriber Only
January 22, 2019 02:43 IST
In 2016, when the draft DP was first placed before citizens, Mumbai municipality had categorised a major portion of the same land parcel in Goregaon as an ecologically sensitive belt.
Tue, Jan 22, 2019
Maharashtra govt to give Rs 736 crore aid to OBCs, tribalsSubscriber Only
January 16, 2019 00:38 IST
A senior minister said the decision is designed to blunt the impact of the 16 per cent reservation offered in Maharashtra to the dominant Maratha community, and the 10 per cent reservation by the Centre to economically weaker sections of the general category.
Wed, Jan 16, 2019
Mumbai Congress chief, arch rival in fight for same seat — Mumbai North WestSubscriber Only
January 15, 2019 07:17 IST
The Mumbai North West seat was earlier represented by former Union Minister Gurudas Kamat, who passed away last August.
Tue, Jan 15, 2019
Mumbai: Civic body shoots down pay refixation demandSubscriber Only
January 15, 2019 06:55 IST
The BEST Kamgaar Samyukta Kriti Samiti, a collective outfit representing the striking employees, has been demanding refixation of pay scale of 13,000-odd employees recruited below the regular grade since 2007, with retrospective effect.
Tue, Jan 15, 2019
Maharashtra: Congress, NCP seal deal for 45 of 48 Lok Sabha seatsSubscriber Only
January 15, 2019 05:26 IST
According to senior Congress leaders, the Nandurbar seat also has an emotional and historical significance for India’s grand old party — the UPA even launched several marquee development initiatives from this tribal-dominated constituency.
Tue, Jan 15, 2019
Mumbai: BEST’s salary bill will go up by 33% if unions’ demands are acceptedSubscriber Only
January 12, 2019 07:25 IST
With a fleet of 3,337 buses, the BEST, which is also the second largest mode of public transport in Mumbai, employs around 39,000 people. It pays Rs 135 crore a month towards their salaries and wages — an annual wage bill of Rs 1,620 crore.
Sat, Jan 12, 2019
Mumbai Confidential: Playing trauntSubscriber Only
January 07, 2019 02:37 IST
On Sunday, BJP national president Amit Shah visited Latur to review the party’s poll preparedness for the Latur, Nanded, Hingoli and Osmanabad Lok Sabha constituencies.
Mon, Jan 07, 2019
Fadnavis government announces Rs 150-crore package for onion farmers in MaharashtraSubscriber Only
December 21, 2018 04:01 IST
On condition of anonymity, a senior BJP minister admitted that the move was aimed at curbing the unrest among farmers and in rural areas ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha polls.
Fri, Dec 21, 2018
Maharashtra likely to clear residential activity on Bandra Kurla Complex commercial plotsSubscriber Only
November 08, 2018 04:30 IST
According to sources, the state’s town planning wing has already cleared the proposal, and the file is now awaiting the approval of the Chief Minister-led urban development department.
Thu, Nov 08, 2018
Eye on 2019 polls: Government goes all out to save amnesty scheme for pre-2015 illegal buildingsSubscriber Only
November 07, 2018 06:25 IST
While the Bombay High Court did not strike down the amnesty scheme entirely, it read down amendments introduced in the Maharashtra Regional Town Planning Act, 1966, in this regard that have virtually rendered it toothless.
Wed, Nov 07, 2018
Fresh polls if NOTA gets most votes, says Maharashtra poll panelSubscriber Only
November 07, 2018 06:13 IST
Ever since the NOTA was introduced, rights’ activists and NGOs have been seeking the NOTA winner option to empower voters.
Wed, Nov 07, 2018
Lagging behind target, govt offers FSI perks to bigger homesSubscriber Only
October 24, 2018 04:56 IST
FSI is a tool that defines the extent of construction permissible on a plot. Under the government’s incentive policy, such projects were eligible for an FSI of 2.5 (2.5 times the plot area) in residential zones.
Wed, Oct 24, 2018Journalism of Courage
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