Articles by Saurabha Kulshreshtha
‘Gifting Mercedes for post’ remark : MVA moves no-confidence motion against Neelam Gorhe
Speaking to the media outside the legislature on Wednesday, Uddhav Thackeray reiterated that the motion should have been moved much earlier. He accused Gorhe of violating legislative provisions and called for her removal without further delay
Published on Mar 06, 2025 08:00 AM IST
State committed to generate employment through investment: Governor
In his joint address to both the houses of state legislature on the first day of budget session on Monday, Maharashtra governor CP Radhakrishnan underlined the commitment of the Maharashtra government to focus on employment generation through investment and industrial development.
Published on Mar 04, 2025 08:32 AM IST
Amit Shah asked Shinde to merge his party with BJP: Sanjay Raut
Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut claims Eknath Shinde met Amit Shah to discuss Fadnavis, suggesting a party merger for Shinde's CM claim; Shinde denies.
Published on Mar 03, 2025 07:52 AM IST
Mahayuti expected to face the heat in forthcoming budget session
MUMBAI: The ruling Mahayuti faces challenges in the upcoming budget session, with opposition scrutiny over crime, corruption, and internal rifts.
Published on Mar 03, 2025 07:50 AM IST
Sena (UBT) mouthpiece lauds Fadnavis for ‘clean-up drive’
“We congratulate CM Fadnavis for his clean-up drive to remove fixers working in the government during Eknath Shinde’s tenure as chief minister,” said an editorial in the Marathi daily
Published on Feb 27, 2025 07:32 AM IST
After 8-month wait, govt employees to receive 3% increased DA and arrears
Maharashtra government to pay 1.4 million employees a 3% DA increase with arrears after protests threatened during budget session.
Published on Feb 26, 2025 09:30 AM IST
Historian gets threat as film reignites age-old conflict
The background of the case pertains to the centuries-old conflict between Marathas and Brahmins over the history of Sambhaji Maharaj and whether Ganoji Shirke or some Brahmins helped the Mughals arrest him.
Published on Feb 26, 2025 08:44 AM IST
Opp demands instant disqualification of Kokate; Speaker says he will “follow rules”
MVA leaders demand immediate disqualification of Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate, sentenced to two years in prison, as Speaker awaits court order.
Published on Feb 24, 2025 07:54 AM IST
Fadnavis stays NCP minister-led minority development department’s decision
Shiv Sena minister Sanjay Rathod complained about alleged irregularities in granting minority status to an educational institute in the Yavatmal district
Published on Feb 22, 2025 07:56 AM IST
Agriculture minister Manikrao Kokate sentenced to two years’ jail
Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate sentenced to 2 years for fraudulently acquiring a government flat; opposition demands his resignation.
Published on Feb 21, 2025 08:20 AM IST
CM orders probe into Cidco’s U-turn over ₹900-cr hsg project
The scrapped project in Jalna was revived when Shinde was CM and helmed the urban development department
Published on Feb 20, 2025 07:16 AM IST
Uddhav Thackeray to tour Konkan in damage control exercise
Amid the increasing defections from the Konkan region and reports of discontent in other areas regarding party functioning, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray will soon tour Konkan, a Shiv Sena bastion for decades.
Published on Feb 19, 2025 08:02 AM IST
Sapkal takes charge as state Congress chief, calls for fresh start
Harshwardhan Sapkal is the new Maharashtra Congress president, emphasizing merit-based appointments and a focus on rebuilding the party after electoral losses.
Published on Feb 19, 2025 07:52 AM IST
By March 2026, Maha to supply 100% green energy for irrigation: MSEDCL
This shift is expected to reduce the ₹13,500-crore cross-subsidy being shouldered by industrial consumers, and make industrial tariffs in Maharashtra competitive with those of Gujarat, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu
Published on Feb 11, 2025 09:02 AM IST
Maharashtra: A measure of distance between CM and deputy
How a cornered Eknath Shinde is working to stay relevant since Devendra Fadnavis took over the reins of the state
Published on Feb 11, 2025 08:38 AM IST
After Ladki Bahin, state to build Asmita Bhavans for financial empowerment of women
The launch of the new scheme assumes significance in the build-up to local-body polls scheduled to be held later this year
Published on Feb 06, 2025 08:36 AM IST
GBS outbreak: Nadda asks state to work with central agencies, identify trigger points
On Monday, while the state public health department said the number of suspected GBS cases had gone up to 163
Published on Feb 05, 2025 08:44 AM IST
Cabinet extends amnesty scheme for conversion of government land by 1 year
MUMBAI: The state cabinet extended the amnesty scheme for converting leased government land to freehold ownership for another year, aiding revenue generation.
Published on Feb 05, 2025 06:16 AM IST
Mahayuti hails ‘dream budget’, MVA says nothing in it for farmers
Leaders of the Mahayuti government hailed the ‘dream budget for the middle class’ announced by the finance minister on Saturday, and appreciated its provisions for projects in Maharashtra. On the other hand, the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) said the budget had nothing concrete for farmers
Published on Feb 02, 2025 06:18 AM IST
Shinde aide Shirsat says merger of two Senas still possible
If we forgive and forget, we can get back together. And, no, it’s not too late, said senior Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat, referring to the party’s bitter split in June 2022. Shirsat’s remark, made in an interview to a news channel in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, comes against the backdrop of the open conflict between the BJP and Sena.
Published on Feb 02, 2025 06:14 AM IST
State government to start leopard safari at SGNP
The state forest department proposed the plan in a meeting with Mumbai suburban guardian minister Ashish Shelar on Friday
Published on Feb 01, 2025 06:24 AM IST
State to supply 4,066 new Aadhaar kits to DC offices
The state government has decided to supply 4,066 new Aadhaar kits to district collector offices across the state, out of which 225 kits will be provided to Mumbai city and suburban areas, state information technology minister Ashish Shelar said on Thursday
Published on Jan 31, 2025 06:52 AM IST
CM Fadnavis says Ajit’s decision on Munde is final
MUMBAI: CM Fadnavis stated Ajit Pawar's decision on Dhananjay Munde's resignation is final amid pressure over Munde's ties with Walmik Karad.
Published on Jan 31, 2025 06:12 AM IST
Welcome full probe in Baba Siddique’s killing, say leaders named by Zeeshan
After Zeeshan Siddique, former MLA and son of slain NCP leader Baba Siddique, mentioned the names of politicians in his statement to the police, BJP leader Mohit Kamboj, one of those named, said that Baba was a friend to whom he often spoke on a range of issues
Published on Jan 29, 2025 09:20 AM IST
CM asks for special arrangements; BMC has 50 ICU beds on standby
Maharashtra CM orders special arrangements for treating Guillain Barre Syndrome patients amid rising cases, ensuring cost-free treatment for the needy.
Published on Jan 29, 2025 08:08 AM IST
Contrary to MSEDCL claims, electricity tariff may increase: Expert
MSEDCL plans to lower power tariffs for some residential users, but those consuming over 100 units monthly may face a hike of 85-99 paise per unit.
Updated on Jan 28, 2025 08:40 AM IST
We will free Bharat Mata from an autocratic regime: Uddhav
Uddhav Thackeray calls for a movement to free India from an "autocratic regime," criticizing rivals for undermining democracy and the Constitution.
Updated on Jan 26, 2025 06:36 AM IST
Ladki Bahin scrutiny on at ‘snail’s pace’ fearing backlash in local body polls
Mumbai government slows scrutiny of Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana beneficiaries to avoid impacting Mahayuti coalition's local poll prospects.
Updated on Jan 27, 2025 09:06 AM IST
Going solo in local body polls will be based on strength, not emotions: Thackeray
Uddhav Thackeray urges Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders to strengthen local presence, minimize district coordinators' interference, and base poll decisions on party strength.
Updated on Jan 25, 2025 08:16 AM IST
Senas attack each other on Bal Thackeray’s birth anniversary
Deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde slammed Uddhav Thackeray, saying one cannot win solo elections by “sitting at home”
Updated on Jan 24, 2025 09:14 AM IST