Articles by Faisal Malik
Creative economy hub to come up in Malad: CM Fadnavis
This hub, along with the recently announced Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) that will be set up at Film City, would make Mumbai an international centre for the creative economy, said Fadnavis
Published on Apr 12, 2025 08:18 AM IST
Amit Shah to visit NCP leader’s home amid tensions between Maharashtra allies
The tensions have been simmering between the constituents of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government in Maharashtra over the appointment of guardian ministers
Updated on Apr 11, 2025 12:53 PM IST
Pawar snubs Kokate for insulting farmers
Pawar issued the warning during a party meeting on Tuesday evening at his official residence, stating that if Kokate embarrassed the party a third time, he would have to face consequences
Published on Apr 10, 2025 08:34 AM IST
To overcome shortage, state to promote artificial sand
Maharashtra to promote M-sand in construction to address natural sand shortages, making it mandatory within three years and setting up local crushers.
Published on Apr 09, 2025 08:02 AM IST
Latur municipal commissioner still critical, moved to Kokilaben hosp
Babasaheb Manohare’s family was given the option to shift him to Mumbai, Pune or Hyderabad, and they chose Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai.
Updated on Apr 08, 2025 04:58 PM IST
Latur municipal commissioner shoots himself in the head, critical
Latur municipal commissioner Babasaheb Manohare, 48, attempted suicide by shooting himself; he is in critical but stable condition after surgery.
Published on Apr 07, 2025 06:42 AM IST
Maha agri minister apologises for insulting farmers
Kokate has faced farmers’ ire over his comments earlier too, including in February, when he compared them with beggars
Published on Apr 07, 2025 06:38 AM IST
Register property online across state from May 1
Maharashtra launches online property registration from May 1, allowing buyers and sellers to process transactions remotely without visiting offices.
Published on Apr 04, 2025 07:58 AM IST
Dhananjay Munde skips Ajit Pawar’s meetings in Beed
Munde, who is a two-term MLA from the Parli assembly constituency in Beed and is considered a close aide of Pawar, has maintained a low profile since his resignation
Published on Apr 03, 2025 07:28 AM IST
Pawar rules out farm loan waiver for now, says ‘all promises need not be fulfilled’
This is the second election promise the Mahayuti government has reneged on due to the state’s precarious finances
Published on Mar 30, 2025 06:42 AM IST
Govt approves ‘Adarsh Adivasi Gaon Yojana’ to transform tribal villages
The Maharashtra government launches 'Adarsh Adivasi Gaon Yojana' to transform tribal villages over two years, enhancing facilities and promoting self-reliance.
Published on Mar 30, 2025 06:40 AM IST
Maharashtra govt to fact-check media reports
The decision was taken following the directives of chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, who appears to be rather cautious about the image of his government
Published on Mar 29, 2025 06:40 AM IST
No 10% rule, yet Maha still has no LoP
Between 1962 and 1989, when the Congress was in power in the state, there were 10 instances of opposition parties with less than 20 MLAs bagging the LoP position
Published on Mar 28, 2025 07:36 AM IST
Pawar to bring in young blood to revive NCP (SP) after poll debacle
The decision was taken during the party’s national executive committee meeting held in New Delhi on Thursday
Published on Mar 28, 2025 07:24 AM IST
No one can change Constitution, says CM Fadnavis
The remarks were made by the chief minister while participating in a discussion on the completion of 75 years of the Indian Constitution
Published on Mar 27, 2025 06:30 AM IST
Fadnavis claims NCP (SP) behind sexual harassment case against BJP minister
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis alleges NCP leaders conspired to frame BJP minister Gore in a harassment case, claiming evidence of extortion and political ties.
Published on Mar 26, 2025 09:58 AM IST
Parbhani custodial death: State to wait for judicial panel report after discrepancy in autopsy, viscera report
Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis said the government will book the police officers for murder if they are found guilty
Published on Mar 26, 2025 08:34 AM IST
Kamra is an urban Naxal who uses low level comedy to defame respected: Fadnavis
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis demands apology from comedian Kunal Kamra for mocking Eknath Shinde, as Shiv Sena protests escalate and investigations begin.
Published on Mar 25, 2025 08:16 AM IST
State to ask colleges to verify marksheets at the time of admission
The decision follows the unearthing of a fake marksheet racket at KJ Somaiya College of Arts and Commerce in the city three months ago. Investigations revealed that 51 students had used forged marksheets and leaving certificates to secure admission in three junior colleges
Published on Mar 25, 2025 06:08 AM IST
Election for deputy speaker on March 26
Narwekar said nominations for the post must be filed by 12 pm on Tuesday, and scrutiny will be conducted the same day. Candidates can withdraw their nominations latest by 11 am on Wednesday, the day of polling
Published on Mar 25, 2025 06:00 AM IST
11 new bridges, tent city in Nashik Kumbh master plan
The plan will now be placed before the high-power committee headed by the chief minister for a final nod
Published on Mar 24, 2025 08:40 AM IST
Shinde-Fadnavis cold war on display in Assembly: BJP MLAs target road concretisation project
Maharashtra Assembly debates road project delays, sparking tensions between CM Fadnavis and Deputy CM Shinde amid calls for investigation into BMC's execution.
Published on Mar 22, 2025 08:30 AM IST
No need to raise Aurangzeb, when Shivaji took everyone along: Ajit
Maharashtra's Ajit Pawar opposes calls to raze Aurangzeb's grave, emphasizing Shivaji's inclusive rule and warning against community discord.
Published on Mar 22, 2025 08:18 AM IST
397 charitable hospitals will have reserve 20% beds for poor patients
While in the existing policy states that the hospitals that have taken lands on lease from the government reserve beds for the underprivileged, the amendment brings more clarity to the rule
Published on Mar 21, 2025 08:06 AM IST
Disha Salian death: Mahayuti divided over targeting Aaditya
Some leaders accused Thackeray and the erstwhile Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government of covering up the facts leading to Disha’s death
Published on Mar 21, 2025 08:00 AM IST
No Quranic verse on the cloth burnt during protest in Nagpur: Fadnavis
The chief minister underscored that those who attacked the police will also face “the strictest action”. “All other things are forgivable but not attacks on police.” He also noted that since Monday’s clashes Nagpur has been peaceful
Published on Mar 20, 2025 07:26 AM IST
Cultural centre and museum to come up in BKC
Maharashtra will establish a state cultural centre and museum in Bandra-Kurla, featuring galleries, an auditorium, and historical artefacts to promote heritage.
Published on Mar 19, 2025 08:32 AM IST
Changes to be made in Ladki Bahin: Ajit
The government will not recover money doled out to ineligible candidates, said the deputy chief minister
Published on Mar 18, 2025 07:42 AM IST
Ajit Pawar picks old NCP hand Sanjay Khodke
NCP's Ajit Pawar nominates Sanjay Khodke for March 27 by-elections to legislative council, amid unopposed candidacy due to lack of opposition.
Published on Mar 18, 2025 07:16 AM IST
Stay on Kokate’s conviction by court sparks debate
The court had observed that if Kokate’s conviction is not stayed, he would be disqualified, which would necessitate bye-elections at the expense of the public’s money.
Published on Mar 16, 2025 07:40 AM IST