The Times of India

Mumbai Police Crime Branch has arrested Mohammed Tariq Pathan for impersonating an IAS officer and attempting to influence a police officer executing a warrant. Pathan allegedly posed as IAS officer Pawan Kumar Yadav, PS to Amit Shah and threatened a constable to drop action against a woman in a cheque-bouncing case.

Speakers at a seminar reviewing Maharashtra's four women's policies highlighted uneven implementation, noting that working-class and minority women have yet to fully benefit. While policies have increased women's participation in governance, issues like inadequate inclusion in budgeting and continued domestic violence persist, requiring broader social change for effective implementation.

Mumbai's National Gallery of Modern Art unveils 'Colours of Swades,' a major exhibition celebrating Nandalal Bose's art from March 9 to April 9. Featuring the iconic Haripura Panels and his work on India's Constitution, the show highlights art's role in nation-building. Digital reconstructions bring rural India to life, offering a unique experience.

Maharashtra's proposed anti-conversion law, the Freedom of Religion Act 2026, will nullify marriages conducted through inducement, deceit, or coercion. Blood relatives can report such cases to the district magistrate, who will then refer them to the police for action. The law aims to protect individuals from forced conversions, with potential penalties including up to seven years imprisonment and fines.