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Gujarat received FDI worth USD 7.3 billion in 2023-24, jump of 55 pc over previous fiscal
Gujarat attracted USD 7.3 billion FDI in 2023-24, a 55% increase, ranking second after Maharashtra. DPIIT data highlight this growth. Under PM Modi and CM Patel, policies and cluster-based areas like Sanand GIDC, Dholera SIR, semiconductor plants, financial incentives, and business-friendly measures enhanced Gujarat's infrastructure and ease of doing business.
Third Eye: Straight to sixth floor, ECI to Education Ministry travel and now, a case of communication gap
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde comments on Uddhav Thackeray and Devendra Fadnavis sharing a lift, sparking speculation. Shinde hints at potential challenges reaching the sixth floor. The incident occurred in the state assembly last week.
"Did a lot of work," says Maharashtra CM Shinde on completion of 2 years of Mahayuti government
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde praised the Mahayuti coalition government for its achievements over the past two years, particularly in infrastructure projects. He commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's development efforts, asserting that Modi's decade of work surpasses what Congress achieved in 50-60 years. Shinde emphasized Maharashtra's support for Modi's vision, expressing confidence that India will become a global economic power during Modi's third term, aiming for a $500 trillion economy and continued global influence.
'Now India talks and the world listens…PM Modi's hard work': Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde
Taking a jibe at the Congress party, Shinde said that with the amount of work PM Modi had done in the past 10 years, Congress couldn't even reach that level in 50-60 years. CM Shinde lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his developmental work and stressed th...
Maharashtra govt announces pilgrimage scheme for senior citizens from all religions
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced the 'Mukhyamantri Teerth Darshan Yojana' on Saturday, a pilgrimage scheme aimed at senior citizens of all religions. The scheme is intended to assist elderly individuals who face challenges in visiting pilgrimage sites due to financial constraints, lack of companionship, or other limitations. Shinde made this announcement while responding to a calling attention notice raised by Shiv Sena MLA Pratap Sarnaik in the state legislative assembly.
Maharashtra budget: Subsidy for milk producers to continue, nod for 18 medical colleges
Finance Minister Ajit Pawar presented Maharashtra's budget for 2024-25, highlighting key initiatives including the extension of a Rs 5 per litre subsidy for milk producers and plans to establish 18 new medical colleges. This budget, the last before assembly elections, also focuses on agricultural infrastructure, women's empowerment, and healthcare expansion across the state.
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ICC issues arrest warrants for Russia army chief, ex-minister
The International Criminal Court said Tuesday it had issued arrest warrants for Russia's chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov, and former defence minister Sergei Shoigu. The court issued an arrest warrant for President Vladimir Putin in March last year, a ruling that Moscow called "void".
Unauthorised structures at Ex-AP CM Jagan's residence in Hyderabad demolished
According to a senior official of GHMC, the civic authorities removed the structures abutting the compound wall to carry out tiling work on the pavement in front of Jagan's residence. The structures were being used by security personnel, he said. An earthmover was used to remove the structures.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde, Dy CMs Fadnavis and Pawar rode in vintage car with wrong registration number, record shows
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his deputy CMs, Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, rode in a 1930 Rolls-Royce car to inspect the Mumbai coastal road. The car, lent by Raymond Group chairman Gautam Singhania, had the license plate number MHO4 JU4733. However, the correct registration number is MHO4 JV4733, according to sources.
Is NDA 3.0 flight facing some turbulence right after takeoff?
Modi 3.0: From the NEET exam chaos to escalating violence in Jammu & Kashmir, it's been a bumpy ride for the new government and Narendra Modi, who took oath as the Prime Minister for the third straight term on June 9. With opposition mocking and allies questioning strategies, Modi 3.0's flight is experiencing turbulence on multiple fronts.
Third Eye: From saints' "mythological" reasons for BJP's Ayodhya loss to Eknath Shinde's bell taunt backfiring
Recent political events have sparked intriguing discussions and initiatives. In Ayodhya, saints and sages have offered mystical and mythological explanations for the ruling party's unexpected defeat, with figures like Jagadguru Rambhadracharya and Jagadguru Paramhans Acharya attributing the loss to divine and historical reasons. Meanwhile, All India Radio is launching a new series, "Akankshayein," to explore public expectations from the new government within its first 100 days. In Maharashtra, a campaign remark by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has backfired, as supporters of victorious Congress candidate Satej Patil mockingly question Shinde's taunt with bell-themed posters in Kolhapur.
Pune car crash: Illegal portions of resort owned by accused juvenile's family razed in Mahabaleshwar
Two IT professionals hailing from Madhya Pradesh were killed when a Porsche allegedly driven by the juvenile in an inebriated condition hit their two-wheeler in Pune's Kalyani Nagar area on May 19. The accident hit national headlines due to efforts made to get the juvenile off the hook, resulting in the arrest of several persons, including his father and grandfather.
Sena vs Sena: How BJP's 'Maha Shock' will affect Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray in Maharashtra?
In the recent Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra, Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena secured seven out of the 15 contested seats, including Thane, but lost two constituencies in Mumbai to its rival Shiv Sena (UBT). Notably, Shiv Sena directly contested with its rival in 13 seats, winning six of them. Looking forward, all eyes will be on the crucial assembly polls later this year.
After missing NDA meet, Ajit Pawar chairs review of NCP's performance in Lok Sabha polls
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar met with Nationalist Congress Party leaders to assess the Lok Sabha election results and party performance. The NCP won only one seat in the state, Raigad. Pawar's wife lost to MP Supriya Sule in the Baramati seat. In July, Pawar joined the ruling BJP-Shiv Sena, causing a split in the NCP.
JD(S) leader & ex-CM Kumaraswamy wins Mandya seat
JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy won the Mandya seat in Karnataka by a margin of 2,84,620 votes, defeating Congress' Venkataramane Gowda. Kumaraswamy secured 8,51,881 votes, while Gowda received 5,67,261. JD(S) allied with BJP for the Lok Sabha polls. The former Chief Minister, son of ex-Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda, aims to become Agriculture Minister if the Modi government is re-elected. Kumaraswamy, a five-time MLA, currently represents the Channapatna Assembly seat.
NCP wins three Assembly seats in Arunachal; significant step to regain national status, says Patel
The Ajit Pawar-led NCP won three seats in the Arunachal Pradesh Assembly polls. Newly elected MLAs Nikil Kamin, Likha Soni, and Toku Tatum are set to contribute to the state's development.
Porsche crash case: Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde has assured thorough probe, says deceased's MP-based father
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has expressed grief over the May 19 Pune Porsche crash and promised the guilty will not be spared, the father of IT professional Ashwini Koshta, who was killed in the incident, said here on Saturday. An officer on special duty sent by the Maharashtra government to Jabalpur facilitated the talk over phone with CM Shinde, Ashwini's father Suresh Koshta told PTI.
Maharashtra attracts highest FDI for second consecutive year: Fadnavis
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that the state has attracted the highest foreign direct investment (FDI) in India for the second consecutive year. According to the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Maharashtra received FDI worth Rs 1,25,101 crore in 2023-24, surpassing Gujarat and Karnataka.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde issues notice to Sanjay Raut over 'defamatory' article
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has sent a notice to Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut regarding a "defamatory" article alleging that Shinde attempted to sabotage NCP candidates in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. The notice, dated May 28, accuses Raut of making false claims in his column in the Shiv Sena mouthpiece 'Saamana' on May 26. It asserts that Raut's statements were defamatory and aimed at misleading the public.
Pune Porsche accident: 'Why not ask truck and bus drivers to write essay': Rahul Gandhi to PM Modi
Reacting to the recent accident in Pune which claimed two lives, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi remarked on Tuesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is fostering a divided India, where justice itself seems to be contingent upon wealth. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday expressed shock and surprise over the Juvenile Justice Board taking a lenient view of the Pune car crash involving a minor boy who fatally knocked down two motorbike-borne IT professionals with his speeding luxury vehicle.
Congress govt in Karnataka will fall due to own contradictions: Ex-Karnataka CM Bommai
Senior BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai predicts Congress government's fall in Karnataka post Lok Sabha polls due to internal contradictions and competition between CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D K Shivakumar. Key factors include BJP's stance, impact of internal differences, and potential changes within All India Congress.
Fadnavis urges EC to look into complaints of slow voting in Mumbai
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis urged the Election Commission to address concerns over sluggish voting in Mumbai during ongoing polling for 13 Lok Sabha seats, including six in Mumbai. By 1 pm, turnout in Mumbai ranged from 24.46% to 28.82%. Fadnavis emphasized the need for a smoother voting process, urging EC to engage with district collectors and ensure voter convenience
Sena will retain Nashik Lok Sabha seat with bigger margin, says Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde expressed confidence that Shiv Sena will secure a larger victory margin in Nashik in the Lok Sabha election. He supported incumbent MP Hemant Godse. The party aims to build on its previous success when Godse defeated NCP's Sameer Bhujbal by nearly 3 lakh votes in 2019. Shinde participated in a motorcycle rally for his campaign and sought blessings from spiritual leader Shantigiri Maharaj.
PM Modi begins roadshow in Mumbai, huge crowd greets him
Prime Minister Narendra Modi kicked off a grand campaign roadshow in Mumbai to rally support for BJP candidates in the Lok Sabha polls. The roadshow started from Ashok Silk Mills in Ghatkopar (West) and will end at Prashavnath Chowk in Ghatkopar (East), passing through various locations. Thousands of enthusiastic supporters lined the route, waving BJP flags and chanting slogans. People dressed in traditional attire welcomed Modi, thanking him for fulfilling the dream of a grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis, and BJP candidates Mihir Kotecha and Ujjwal Nikam were also present.
Bengal: Four killed as car collides head-on with bus, Mamata Banerjee announces ex-gratia
Four people died in a head-on collision between a bus and a car on NH 116 in Marishda, Purba Medinipur. CM Mamata Banerjee expressed condolences and promised compensation. The car occupants were declared 'brought dead' at a nearby hospital. Police are investigating the possibility of the car driver being intoxicated and will review CCTV footage.
"Deeply pained," Mallikarjun Kharge condoles loss of lives in Mumbai hoarding collapse
Kharge condoled 14 deaths in Ghatkopar hoarding collapse, urged help and solidarity. Mumbai police case against Bhavesh Bhide. Maharashtra CM announced ex-gratia for deceased kin. President Droupadi Murmu also condoled the incident.
No internal rift, ruling Congress is united in Karnataka, asserts CM Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah denied internal rift within the ruling Congress in response to BJP's claims. He dismissed Maharashtra CM's efforts to replicate 'Maharashtra model' to topple the government. BJP President stated they won't attempt to pull down the government but hinted at possible unrest post Lok Sabha polls. Siddaramaiah expressed confidence in Congress winning Legislative Council elections.
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