Tensions rise in the Mahayuti government as state water supply minister Gulabrao Patil criticizes the finance department led by deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar, calling it ‘worthless’ for returning files multiple times. Despite his harsh words, Patil later claimed there were no internal cabinet differences.
Read MoreTensions have surfaced within the Mahayuti alliance regarding credit for the ‘Mukhyamantri Mazhi Ladki Bahin Yojana’. The issue arose when NCP’s advertisement omitted ‘Mukhyamantri’ and Ajit Pawar’s photo, prompting objections from Shiv Sena. The matter was discussed in a state cabinet meeting, where Fadnavis suggested creating a standardized protocol for promoting government schemes.
Read MoreIIT Bombay has achieved its highest-ever annual R&D grant of Rs 700 crore, up from Rs 576 crore last year. The funding is sourced from government agencies and private industry. Key initiatives include the Maharashtra Drone Mission and hydrogen pressure vessel manufacturing. The institute aims to foster technological self-reliance through multidisciplinary research.
Read MoreA Kolkata court was delayed for 50 minutes by a CBI lawyer during a hearing on Sanjay Roy’s bail application in the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case. The magistrate remanded Roy in judicial custody till September 20, as CBI opposed his bail plea and continues its investigation into the incident.
Read MoreIndian aviation authorities are laying the groundwork for air taxis by 2026. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has issued rules for vertiports, facilitating advanced air mobility. IndiGo’s parent company plans to launch Archer Aviation’s e-VTOL Midnight in key cities like Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. Proving trial flights will occur before commercial operations commence.
Read MoreExcise officials in Hyderabad’s Jubilee Hills shut down an ice cream parlour for selling whiskey-infused ice cream. During a raid, they seized 11.5kg of the product and arrested two employees, with the owner still at large. Surprisingly, children were found to be the primary consumers of these alcoholic treats.
Read MoreA fatal collision on the Agra-Aligarh National Highway near Hathras claimed 12 lives and injured 16 others. The crash occurred during an overtaking attempt, according to Hathras District Magistrate Ashish Kumar. Efforts are underway to identify the victims, including four children, while authorities pledge accountability for those responsible.
Read MorePrime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated India’s newest Paris Paralympics medallists during a telephonic conversation, describing their victories as the ‘biggest gift to the country’. With a total of 26 medals, including six golds, India has achieved its highest-ever medal tally at a Paralympics event. PM Modi also acknowledged the significant role played by the...
Read MoreA Vistara Boeing 787 en route from Mumbai to Frankfurt was diverted to Erzurum airport in Turkey due to a bomb threat found on a tissue paper in the lavatory. The aircraft landed safely, and mandatory security checks are being conducted. Vistara is cooperating with authorities and prioritizing passenger safety.
Read MoreThe BJP has raised concerns over the West Bengal government’s response to a trainee doctor’s rape and murder at RG Kar Medical College. Allegations involve bribery by a district collector and questionable police conduct. The BJP is demanding answers from Mamata Banerjee’s administration regarding these serious accusations.
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