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Mumbai’s iconic Taraporevala Aquarium to get Rs 296 crore marine-themed makeover
Shut since the pandemic, Mumbai’s historic Taraporevala Aquarium is set for a Rs 296 crore transformation into a state-of-the-art marine research and tourism facility
17 April,2025 11:10 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
To decongest Mumbai, Maharashtra govt eyes sea routes and water taxis
The government will also introduce 30-seater electric vessels from the Gateway of India to Alibaug and Elephanta Island, Ports Minister Nitesh Rane said
16 April,2025 01:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC attacks minister Nitesh Rane over 'divisive' remarks
Speaking in the state legislative council, Parab also took a dig at Rane for "projecting himself as the protector of Hindu religion", and said he cannot dictate people what they should eat
25 March,2025 10:47 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
"Truth will come out": Nitesh Rane accuses MVA of covering up Disha Salian case
Nitesh Rane said that the issue of Disha Salian case was raised in the Maharashtra Assembly today too, as his colleague MLA Ameet Satam claimed that the previous government made evidence disappear and put pressure on doctors doing the autopsy of the body
20 March,2025 04:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra assembly disrupted as BJP pushes for action in Disha Salian case
BJP MLA Ameet Satam raised the issue in the assembly, demanding an inquiry and action against those named by Disha’s father, Satish Salian, in his petition before the Bombay High Court
20 March,2025 04:02 PM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev Shivadekar
Govt will do its job: Rane to Hindutva bodies amid calls to raze Aurangzeb tomb
The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) staged protests for the removal of Aurangzeb's grave, which they termed as the "symbol of pain and slavery", in Khuldabad, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district
17 March,2025 05:59 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
Congress accuses BJP of 'Talibanizing' Maharashtra, demands Rane's removal
Congress has accused BJP of trying to "Talibanize" Maharashtra, claiming that Minister Nitesh Rane is making divisive remarks to stir communal tensions
13 March,2025 10:01 AM IST | Mumbai
itesh Rane urges Hindus to buy jhatka mutton from Malhar-certified shops
Maharashtra Minister Nitish Rane has launched 'Malhar certification' to identify meat shops run exclusively by Hindu traders, claiming it will ensure no adulteration and promote financial empowerment within the community
11 March,2025 04:24 PM IST | Mumbai
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader sends legal notice to Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane
As per the notice, Rane had addressed a BJP gathering in Kudal in Sindhudurg during which he assured his party's workers that government funds, including those under the District Planning Committee, would be allocated to Mahayuti functionaries and entities
02 March,2025 08:24 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI
Nitesh Rane engages with AI professionals on strengthening coastal security
Meanwhile, Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expressed the state’s ambition to lead India’s AI and technology revolution, with plans for an AI centre at Mumbai University
25 February,2025 02:27 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent