Union home minister Amit Shah, deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis and other senior BJP leaders released the party's manifesto on Sunday in Mumbai. BJP has announced a 25-point manifesto Sankalp Patra 2024 for the Maharashtra elections. In addition to 10 guarantees the Mahayuti had announced last week, the BJP has promised 15 more things that included a strict law against forced and fraudulent (religion) conversions. Some of the key highlights from the Manifesto for the Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024 include ₹25,200 per year assistance for women under Ladki Bahin Yojana, Increase in Old Age Pension from 1,500 to ₹2,100, 10 Lakh Students to get ₹10,000 Monthly Stipend, and 25 Lakh New Job Opportunities, 30% Reduction in Electricity Bills. Shah slammed the Mahavikas Aghadi, questioned their efficacy and hailed PM Modi at the event.
10 November,2024 01:31 PM IST
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Maharashtra Elections 2024 is just days away and the political battle in Maharashtra is getting intense with each passing day. Political parties are having a tough time managing the rebels that are cropping up due to seat nomination differences. And one of them is 2 times BJP MP from Mumbai North - Gopal Shetty. This time he stood against the BJP nominee as an independent candidate but soon after he withdrew his nomination. What led him to withdraw his candidature and what role Devendra Fadnavis had to play in this? Take a look.
08 November,2024 10:57 AM IST
The Election Commission of India on Monday ordered the transfer of Maharashtra DGP Rashmi Shukla following complaints by political parties, including Congress, ahead of the Maharashtra Election 2024. Ashish Shelar and Vijay Wadettiwar react to Rashmi Shukla's transfer The directive came in response to demands from opposition parties for the transfer of DGP Rashmi Shukla, who they accused of showing favouritism towards the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and raised concerns that her role could compromise the integrity of the election process. Mumbai BJP chief Ashish Shelar and Maharashtra LoP & Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar reacted to the news. Take a look.
04 November,2024 02:41 PM IST
At a press conference in Mumbai on November 2, Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC responded to Sanjay Raut's defense of Arvind Sawant, who had made disrespectful comments about her. Raut claimed Sawant didn't need to apologize because she is "imported." Shaina NC criticized Raut, saying that if he thinks the term "maal" is acceptable, it shows his mindset. She also questioned the official position of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), pointing out the contradiction between Sawant's apology and Raut's claim that no apology was needed. “I want to ask Shiv Sena (UBT) about Sanjay Raut's statement. Why the confusion?” she asked, highlighting the inconsistency in their responses to the issue.
03 November,2024 12:52 PM IST
BJP candidate from Nagpur South-West Assembly seat, Devendra Fadnavis held a roadshow in Nagpur ahead of filing his nomination for the Maharashtra Elections 2024. He said "Under the leader of Nitin Gadkari the development work that has happened in Nagpur, everyone has seen it. Look at our work in the last 10 years and the work done by Congress during their rule, we need not tell but we have transformed Nagpur."
25 October,2024 04:08 PM IST
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis will be filing nomination today as BJP candidate from Nagpur South West Assembly constituency, for the Maharashtra Elections 2024. Visuals from his residence in Nagpur emerged as he prepared for his nomination. His family applied tilak on his forehead and performed aarti to wish him luck.
25 October,2024 12:46 PM IST
Ratan Tata, the 86-year-old chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, one of India's largest and most prominent companies, passed away on October 9. The business tycoon was taken to Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital for a routine checkup due to his age. However, his condition worsened over the past week. Political leaders took to X to pay tribute to Ratan Tata for his exemplary contribution to India’s industrial growth. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on X over the death of Ratan Tata. Rajnath Singh also expressed his grief, calling him a Titan of Indian industry. Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis arrived at Breach Candy Hospital following Ratan Tata's passing on October 9. Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde expressed his condolences, stating, "The gem of India, Ratan Tata, is no more. This is very sad news for everyone. A large number of people were inspired and motivated by him. He is the pride of Maharashtra and has helped thousands. Ratan Tata was the Kohinoor of our country. He contributed immensely to the nation; he was a patriot and a true 'desh premi.' His relatives have announced that he will be available for darshan at NCPA from 10 AM to 4 PM."
10 October,2024 09:33 AM IST
Salman Khan recently visited Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s residence to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi. The Bollywood superstar performed a special Ganesh Puja at the Maharashtra CM's home, accompanied by his sister, Arpita Khan. Photos shared by the Chief Minister on Instagram captured Salman praying before the idol of Lord Ganesha. Other celebrities, including Asha Bhosle, Shilpa Shetty, Suniel Shetty, Sonakshi Sinha, Sanjay Dutt, and Disha Patani, also made appearances at Shinde’s house 'Varsha' to seek blessings from Bappa. Moreover, Govinda, R. Madhavan, Rohit Shetty, Rajkumar Hirani, Shekhar Suman, Sonal Chauhan, Sharad Kelkar, Jackky Bhagnani, Aayush Sharma, and others also came to seek blessings from Ganpati Bappa at his home. Watch the video for more stars who attended the puja!
16 September,2024 03:49 PM IST
On the occasion of International Yoga Day, Jackie Shroff and Amruta Fadnavis performed yoga. Shroff also appealed to members of the media to take care of their health and not rush for things. The celebration aims to unite thousands in the practice of yoga, promoting health and wellness on a global scale.
21 June,2024 10:37 PM IST | Mumbai
From the beginning of the 2024 elections, the political scenario in the state of Maharashtra has been that of confusion and fragmentation. With multiple party switches, the political landscape was ultimately broken down into two divisions - Mahayuti vs Maha Vikas Aghadi. While the alleged national sentiment backed by the Modi wave predicted a grand show by the Mahayuti alliance, the results were came out to be drastically different. Here is a quick roundup of the political battle in Maharashtra that culminated into the Maharashtra Election Result 2024.
05 June,2024 07:12 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
