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Maha attracts 52% of country's total FDI in first quarter

As opposition parties allege that the state government has failed to bring new investments to Maharashtra and accuse the Modi government of diverting major projects to Gujarat, Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has claimed that Maharashtra secured 52.46% of the country's total foreign investment in the first quarter of the year 2024-25. He also stated that the state has attracted around Rs3,14,318 crore in investments over the last two years.

Handing over of salt pan lands to expedite Dharavi project

The Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP) received a major boost on Monday when the Union cabinet approved the transfer of 256 acres of salt pan land in Mumbai.

3 S'pore SC judges sit in HC's ceremonial benches

The bench briefly heard the petitions regarding the reservation granted to the Maratha community in Maharashtra

HC expands committee on child safety

The HC has included headmistresses from an urban school and a rural school, noting that the problems faced by respective schools would be different

BMC laid eco rules even before CPCB

ECO-GANPATI - Deputy Commissioner (Zone II) Prashant Sapkale speaks exclusively to the FPJ

Mark Samvatsari by shunning WhatsApp

Jain group urges members to detach themselves for a day

IIT-B's R&D grants witness 22% jump

The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) witnessed a 22% jump in its research funding, with the institute receiving Rs700 crore for research and development projects in the previous academic year 2023-24.

NCLT resolves spice-pickle group's feud over shares

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has provided a resolution to the long-standing family feud within the Bedekar Group, a 123-year-old business known for its pickles, spices, and ready-mixes.

Three NH8 underpasses planned

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will build three vehicular underpasses (VUPs) and a foot overbridge (FOB) on the stretch of the Mumbai Ahmedabad National Highway (NH8) in Kashimira.

30L houses for EWS, LIG by 2030

State housing minister Atul Save has announced that the state is committed to providing 30 lakh affordable homes by 2030 for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Lower Income Group (LIG). Save was addressing the Housing and Infrastructure Summit organised by Elets Technomedia on Friday.

Fadnavis urges BMC chief to drop 1st attempt pass condition

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday requested the BMC chief Bhushan Gagrani to drop the recruitment condition that a candidate must have cleared Class 10 and graduation exams in the first attempt.

Countdown begins for Bandra fair

WAIT ENDS! - Beginning Sunday, event is one of the biggest such gatherings in city

Use of DJs, laser lights not part of Islam: Plea in HC

Neither Quran nor Hadith prescribes use of DJ system or laser lights, plea asserts

Rights body rebukes Palghar collector for not replying back

The Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) has strongly criticised the Palghar collector for failing to respond to its inquiries regarding public health concerns related to the use of chemicals by fruit vendors in Nallasopara. The commission, led by Justice KK Tated and Sanjay Kumar, has issued a stern warning to the collector, questioning why prosecution should not be initiated against him.

CR to get India's first Vande Metro

Sources say that Mumbai-Pune route is strong contender; no official decision has been taken yet

Badlapur stn shooting: Accused victim both are history-sheeters

Vikas Pagare, the 25-year-old who fired shots at two people at the crowded Badlapur station on Thursday, is a habitual offender, said the police, adding that one of the victims, Shankar Sansare, is an externee. Meanwhile, Pagare, a cable operator by profession, was produced in court on Friday, which remanded him to police custody for four days.

Biker with uncontrolled BP finds recovery path

New lease of life

Bldr duo held for cheating businessman

A builder duo has been arrested for allegedly cheating a businessman and his father of several crores by reselling the flats purchased by the latter.

Contractor among 5 held for death of 3 workers in slab collapse

The Dindoshi police have arrested five people, including a contractor, after three labourers died in a slab collapse in Malad on Thursday.

ANTI-DEBRIS DUMPING SQUADS REACTIVATED

After lying in an inoperative mode for over two years, the anti-debris squad – to check and prevent illegal dumping activities in eco-sensitive areas of the twin-city – has finally been reactivated by the Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC).

7,000 COPS DEPLOYED FOR GANPATI FESTIVAL

GANPATI BAPPA MORYA - Pune all decked up to celebrate its biggest festival

Kher to install Bhausaheb Rangari Ganpati idol

India’s first public Ganpati mandal, Pune's Shrimant Bhausaheb Rangari Trust, will have its Ganesh idol installed by popular singer Kailash Kher at 12.30pm tomorrow.

Pune Metro extends operating hours

In good news for Ganeshotsav revellers, Pune Metro has extended its operating hours on both its routes—Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) to Civil Court and Vanaz to Ramwadi.

Late Patangrao Kadam's statue unveiled in Sangli

Rahul Gandhi recalled that Patangrao Kadam stood by Indira Gandhi during challenging times after her electoral defeat

6 yrs on, Sect 377's repeal fails to diminish hostility towards LGBT community

In the last quarter of 2024, instead of things improving, more hostility has come our way

THOMBARE OBJECTS TO CHAKANKAR'S POTENTIAL NOMINATION AS AN MLC

Rupali Patil Thombare, a leader of Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and state spokesperson, raised objections to the possible nomination of Rupali Chakankar, who is holding posts like Maharashtra State President of the NCP Women's Wing and Chairperson of the Maharashtra Women Commission, as Member of Legislative Council from the 12 Governor appointed MLCs in the Maharashtra Assembly.

Ganesh idol prices rise by 15% amid an increase in demand

This year, thanks to favorable rainfall, the number of public Ganesh mandals has increased, leading to a higher demand for Ganapati idols.

FDA issues guidelines for safe food practices

During the Ganesh festival and other upcoming celebrations, sweets, khawa, mava, namkeen, and other food items are in high demand.

Road expansion from CSMC to Champa Chowk begins

CHHATRAPATI SAMBHAJINAGAR - Development work commences

Awareness in disaster mgmt essential for all: Div Comm'r

Divisional Commissioner Dilip Gawade emphasized the critical role of disaster management during natural calamities, underscoring the need for effective coordination, communication, and local involvement.