Articles by Faisal Malik
Ajinkya Rahane gets Bandra plot that Sunil Gavaskar didn’t develop
The plot will be leased out to Rahane for a period of 30 years for ₹4.88 crore and lease rent as per prevailing rates of the MHADA, which owns the land
Updated on Sep 24, 2024 09:09 AM IST
Bandh hits life in 4 districts as state placates OBC, Maratha protestors
In Mumbai, chief minister Eknath Shinde holds meeting with a seven-member delegation from the Maratha community
Updated on Sep 23, 2024 08:59 AM IST
Maharashtra polls: MVA to decide seat sharing pact in 10 days, says Sharad Pawar
Sharad Pawar says seat-sharing talks with Congress and Shiv Sena for Maharashtra elections are nearing resolution, aiming for finalisation in 10 days
Updated on Sep 23, 2024 08:52 AM IST
‘United’ Mahayuti to push hyperlocal issues in assembly poll campaigns
In Maharashtra, the BJP aims for a united front in upcoming polls, while the MVA struggles with seat-sharing disagreements among its parties
Updated on Sep 21, 2024 09:25 AM IST
Ashok Chavan’s brother-in-law and BJP MP Khatgaonkar joins Congress
In a setback for Ashok Chavan, his brother-in-law Bhaskar Khatgaonkar joined Congress, strengthening its presence in Nanded, his former stronghold.
Updated on Sep 21, 2024 07:26 AM IST
Don't bring trouble to Mahayuti with loose comments about BJP, Pawar warns MLAs
NCP MLAs have voiced apprehension about attempts to disturb communal harmony in the state and provocative statements made by BJP leaders like Nitesh Rane
Published on Sep 20, 2024 09:59 AM IST
Maharashtra polls: If MVA wins, next CM will be from Congress, claims Thorat
The statement comes at a time when both the Congress and the NCP (SP) have rejected Shiv Sena (UBT)’s demand to project a CM candidate ahead of the polls
Updated on Sep 20, 2024 09:10 AM IST
Ex Mumbai top cop Sanjay Pandey joins Congress, could be fielded from Versova
Pandey mounted an attack on the BJP, saying governments run by the party were trying to scare people by filing cases through central investigation agencies
Updated on Sep 20, 2024 09:11 AM IST
Ex Mumbai police chief Sanjay Pandey joins Congress, to contest state polls
Pandey has harboured political ambitions. Previously, he announced plans to contest from the Versova assembly seat and had formed his own political outfit
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 07:27 PM IST
Former BJP MLA Bapusaheb Pathare rejoins Sharad Pawar's NCP
Pathare is likely to receive a candidature for the Vadgaon Sheri assembly constituency in Pune, potentially pitting him against the current NCP MLA Sunil Tingre
Updated on Sep 18, 2024 01:56 PM IST
Shiv Sena MLA offers ₹11 lakh to “chop off” Rahul Gandhi's tongue, booked
Congress condemns Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad's threat against Rahul Gandhi, demanding his arrest for hate speech. FIR filed in response.
Updated on Sep 17, 2024 09:08 AM IST
Dhangar hunger strike continues; tribal MLAs oppose sharing ST quota
NCP MLA Narhari Zirwal, who comes from the tribal community, has openly opposed any such move and requested the chief minister to call a meeting with ST community leaders
Updated on Sep 17, 2024 07:46 AM IST
Cong leadership intervenes to resolve dispute between Wadettiwar and Dhanorkar
Congress intervenes to resolve conflict between Vijay Wadettiwar and Pratibha Dhanorkar, urging unity after Dhanorkar's controversial remarks.
Updated on Sep 15, 2024 06:54 AM IST
Demand for reservation category change: Talks with govt fails, Dhangar community continues indefinite hunger strike for sixth day
Ahead of Maharashtra elections, the Dhangar community's demand for reservation category change intensifies, with protests and hunger strikes challenging the Shinde government.
Updated on Sep 15, 2024 06:52 AM IST
Former Gondia MLA Gopaldas Agrawal returns to Cong from BJP
Veteran leader from Vidarbha region, Gopaldas Agrawal, rejoined the Congress on Friday after spending five years in the BJP. Soon after joining, Agrawal said that he made a mistake and is ready to compensate the party with the help of the people of his constituency in the upcoming elections
Updated on Sep 14, 2024 08:40 AM IST
Maharashtra assembly polls: Division of Mumbai seats an uphill task for MVA
While the city has 36 assembly segments, the Shiv Sena (UBT), Congress and NCP (SP) have sought 20, 18 and seven seats, respectively
Updated on Sep 14, 2024 10:09 AM IST
State approves cover of 669 CCTVs for mangrove protection in Mumbai, MMR
Mumbai's government will install 669 CCTV cameras in eco-sensitive zones to protect mangroves, costing ₹119.88 crore, in two phases across MMR.
Updated on Sep 14, 2024 08:02 AM IST
Minister’s daughter joins NCP (SP), may contest against father
The Atrams, descendants of the Aheri royal family, have long been influential in Vidarbha’s politics. Dharamraobaba Atram, a four-time MLA, was once considered close to Sharad Pawar, but he shifted his allegiance to Ajit Pawar when the party split in June 2023
Updated on Sep 13, 2024 07:38 AM IST
NCP minister Atram's daughter joins Pawar's party, could contest against father
The move signals a rebellion within the Atram family, with Bhagyashri likely to contest from Aheri constituency in the Maoist-affected Gadchiroli district
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 05:41 PM IST
In Maharashtra's sugar belt, Sharad Pawar rebuilds clout seat by seat
The indefatigable Pawar, whose name has been synonymous with Maharashtra’s sugar belt, spreading from Nashik to Kolhapur, is out to regain lost ground.
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 11:40 AM IST
Maharashtra assembly polls: Amit Shah assures Mahayuti of amicable seat-sharing
Amit Shah assures Mahayuti allies of fair seat-sharing in upcoming elections, urging unity amid concerns over BJP's planned 160-seat contest
Updated on Sep 10, 2024 09:00 AM IST
Ajit Pawar disappointed over wife's Baramati loss, ready to pass on baton
“I am 65 years old and satisfied with my career. It’s time for Baramatikars to experience leadership from a new MLA,” Pawar remarked.
Updated on Sep 09, 2024 09:29 AM IST
Maharashtra assembly polls: Rift in Atram family as daughter goes against father
“I am planning to contest the upcoming elections from the Aheri assembly seat. I will not be able to disclose more about it as of now,” Bhagyashri said
Updated on Sep 09, 2024 09:25 AM IST
Congress campaign targets state govt on price hike, inflation
Congress launched the 'Kharche Pe Charcha' campaign in Maharashtra to address inflation and unemployment, criticizing the ruling Mahayuti government ahead of elections.
Updated on Sep 07, 2024 07:38 AM IST
Shinde government approves fresh investment projects worth ₹1.17 lakh crore
Maharashtra approved four high-tech projects worth ₹1.17 lakh crore, expected to create 29,000 jobs, boosting semiconductor and EV manufacturing
Updated on Sep 06, 2024 09:21 AM IST
PM should clarify why he apologised for statue collapse: Rahul Gandhi
“Shivaji is probably the biggest ‘Mahapurush’ of the country. His statue fell down within days because of corruption,” Gandhi said.
Updated on Sep 06, 2024 06:22 AM IST
Rahul Gandhi criticises PM Modi over Shivaji statue collapse in Malvan
Gandhi insisted that Modi should apologise to every person in Maharashtra, describing the incident as an insult to the revered Maratha king
Published on Sep 05, 2024 06:19 PM IST
Shiv Sena fumes as NCP removes CM Shinde's name from Ladki Bahin ads
A clash between Shiv Sena and NCP over credit for the ‘Ladki Bahin Yojana’ escalates as NCP's ads highlight Ajit Pawar, prompting Sena backlash
Updated on Sep 05, 2024 09:28 AM IST
No need to declare MVA’s CM face before Maharashtra elections: Sharad Pawar
Pawar said that the decision will be based on the number of seats won by the MVA partners Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT) and NCP (SP)
Updated on Sep 05, 2024 09:23 AM IST
BJP offers NCP 55-65 seats, but Ajit Pawar to stick to his demand of over 70
Ajit Pawar's NCP demands 70-80 assembly seats from BJP, rejecting their offer of 55-65. Preparations for 60 seats underway amid shifting loyalties
Updated on Sep 04, 2024 09:42 AM IST