After Delhi meeting without her, Sunetra rallies NCP MLAs
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, who heads the ruling NCP, met party legislators in Mumbai on Tuesday. The meeting, attended by around 50 MLAs and ministers, aimed to discuss party unity, future election strategies for 2029, and organisational strengthening. This gathering followed a meeting of senior NCP leaders with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi, which Sunetra Pawar did not attend.
Tata-Iveco aim for global CV business: Chandra
Mumbai: Tata Motors and Iveco Group are aiming to build a global commercial vehicle business focused on growth rather than consolidation, N Chandrasekaran, chairman, Tata Sons, said on Tuesday, outlining the rationale behind the transatlantic deal.The $4.32 billion acquisition of the Italian truck and bus maker marked the biggest overseas deal for Tata Motors in the CV segment and the largest by a Tata Group automotive entity since the 2008 acquisition of Jaguar Land Rover from Ford Motor Company for $2.3 billion. This should not be seen as a consolidation effort, said Chandrasekaran, also the chairman of Tata Motors and Iveco Group, at a press conference in Turin. This is about the future.Also read: Indian auto's real test lies ahead after firecracker start to festive season135512105Announced July 30, 2025, the Iveco deal got completed on October 30, 2026, with Tata Motors announcing settlement of its tender offer, securing an 89.42% stake in the CV maker and making it an indirect unit. Remaining steps towards acquiring the balance stake and delisting Iveco are underway.The combined entity will have annual revenues of about $24 billion and sales volume of nearly 600,000 vehicles, with a presence in more than 130 countries, over 73,000 employees and 9,300 sales and service touchpoints.Girish Wagh, managing director and chief executive of Tata Motors said the companies' complementary geographical presence offered significant opportunities. While Tata Motors brings leadership in India and a growing presence in Asia, the Middle East and Africa, Iveco has established operations across Europe and Latin America, he said. The opportunity is not to make one organisation more like the other, he said. It is to bring out the best in both.Also read: Tata Projects wins contract to build global automaker's plant in MaharashtraChandrasekaran expects volumes and revenues in the combined enterprise to grow significantly in the coming five years, alongside an improvement in margins. He didn't provide specific targets, saying the management teams would outline the business plan.A key area of collaboration will be bringing Iveco vehicles to India and leveraging Tata Motors' platforms for international markets. Chandrasekaran said some Iveco products identified as relevant to India would initially be introduced through semi-knocked-down manufacturing and subsequently localised.It is not simply about greater scale or wider footprint, said Wagh. It is about the new possibilities that this footprint creates, giving us a significantly greater runway for growth across markets, products and technologies.He also pointed to opportunities in components and batteries, while Tata Motors' platforms could be taken to other markets through Iveco. On powertrains, Chandrasekaran said Iveco's FPT engine business could expand into industrial applications across India, Africa and Asia, leveraging Tata Motors' distribution network. Tata Motors will, however, continue its more than three-decade-old joint venture in India with Cummins for heavy commercial vehicle engines.Tata Motors and Iveco will also collaborate on electric and hydrogen technologies, connected vehicles, software-led platforms and decarbonisation. Post acquisition, Iveco will retain its headquarters in Turin, Chandrasekaran said, reiterating the group's commitment to its existing industrial footprint.Wagh said the combination would bring together the companies' strengths in engineering, frugal product development and technology.
Oct registers Punes highest dengue spike; 4 wards account for half of total cases
PM assures support to drought-hit Maha farmers
Pune Metropolitan Region will emerge as major mobility hub by 2030: Fadnavis
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Defence pensioners to get digital life certificate services at 200 SPARSH centres across country
13 dead in PMPML bus accidents since April; commuters flag safety lapses
CM hits out at critics of 5k aid to drought-hit farmers
Phantom loan terrorises Pune family
Fadnavis buys first ticket, takes inaugural ride on Metro Pink Line with Shinde & Sunetra
These nests of fibre-optic cable carry the smell of war
NCP seniors question Parths role at Sunetra Pawar meet in Mumbai
Passenger booked for trying to open emergency door on airborne Delhi-Pune flight
Man with learning disabilities tries to break open ATM, police release him after questioning
50 crore people overcame extreme poverty in past 10-12 years: PM Modi
Six minors attempt to kill 16-yr-old
PMC issues strict ban on gifts in civic offices
NMCS Aapli Bus Budget In A Mess, Seeks Another Rs 108.51cr
PWP, activists warn of Chipko protest to save Karjats trees
Rohit Pawar Accuses Maharashtra CET of
Rohit Pawar alleges a 2,300 crore scam in Maharashtra CET, demanding immediate judicial investigation and accountability from officials. Rohit Pawar Accuses Maharashtra CET of 2,300 Crore Scam, Calls for Judicial Inquiry
NMC plans to splurge Rs 1.48 cr on buying tabs amid drought
79-year-old loses Rs41 lakh in social media loan fraud
Man stabbed over minor dispute
NMC seeks direct state funding for Rs 952cr Kanhan-Kolar Barrage
Chandrapur cops donate Rs 18 lakh to CMs drought relief fund
Shawl woven by Melghat women presented to PM
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NEERI developing firecrackers with upto 60% lower emissions
Mumbai University wins tax relief as ITAT counts UGC grants, govt land in funding test
High Court Reiterates Strict Ban On Bursting Firecrackers On Public Roads During Diwali
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Goa PWD minister plans Vidarbha Mahotsav to bolster cultural ties
ED attaches 2 aircraft in probe against Reliance Anil Ambani Group
The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday said it has attached assets worth Rs 510 crore, including two aircraft, as part of an alleged bank fraud-linked money laundering investigation against the Reliance Anil Ambani Group (RAAG). The probe is related to allegations against Reliance Home Finance Limited (RHFL)/Reliance Commercial Finance Ltd. (RCFL) of Rs 263.05 crore fraud and against Reliance Communication Ltd. (RCOM) for Rs 247.12 crore fraud. A provisional order has been issued under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) to attach the properties worth Rs 510 crore, it said. In the RCOM case, the attached assets include 2 chartered aircraft, 6 land parcels and an office premise in Maharashtra, the ED said in a statement. In the RHFL/ RCFL case, two wind mills in Tamil Nadu, bank balances, fixed deposits and investments have been attached, it added. The aircraft are a Dassault Falcon 2000 and an Embraer. The agency claimed its probe found that the Group was involved in ..
He directed officials to provide all information sought by Maharashtra without delay and ensure that technical and other project-related details were readily available for the next round of discussions.
AIDWA-led women protesters in Mumbai seek disbursal of pending assistance
Women seek streamlining of e-KYC process; Maharashtra govt. has deceived women, says CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat; State promises action
Union Shipping Minister visits Korean shipyard for firsthand account of operations
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 3 (IANS) As part of the government of India's Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, visited the Hanwha Ocean shipyard in Geoje, South Korea, and met Chang-yong Kim, its executive vice president of manufacturing. Ravi Kumar M, ship surveyor-cum-deputy director general (technical), Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA), accompanied the minister during the visit. Hanwha Oceans Geoje shipyard covers about 4.9 million square metres. It has a one-million-ton dock and a 900-ton Goliath crane. The yard builds LNG carriers, VLCCs, mega container ships, FLNG units and offshore plants, as well as naval and speciality vessels including submarines. The shipyard delivered its 200th LNG carrier in February 2025. The Indian team got a firsthand view of the shipbuilding operations, reflecting the continued engagement between India and South Korea in shipbuilding and maritime cooperation. Under its maritime policy, the Government of India is aggressively pushing for domestic shipyards to secure joint ventures and technical collaborations with premier foreign partners. Under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, the Centre aims to catapult India into the top five global shipbuilding nations by 2047. The Union Cabinet approved a massive Rs 69,725 crore to turn this vision into reality. This fund is being leveraged by the government to attract global players, particularly from South Korea, Japan, and Europe, to anchor new manufacturing hubs and modernise existing yards. South Korea became India's primary maritime partner under the VOYAGES framework signed in 2026. HD Hyundai signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a $4 billion mega greenfield shipyard in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, which will be Indias largest commercial shipyard. India is also aggressively courting Samsung Heavy Industries and Hanwha Ocean for technical support and yard expansions. At the same time, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is in active talks with major Japanese shipbuilders, including Imabari Shipbuilding, Japan Marine United Corporation (JMUC), and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to establish joint ventures with Indian yards. Europes largest private shipbuilder, Damen Shipyards, is also expanding its existing joint ventures in India to manufacture electric tugs, ferries, and specialised vessels. Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd has also signed a MoU with Norway's Kongsberg Maritime. To reduce dependence on foreign shipping companies, the government plans to purchase over 400 vessels worth nearly $23 billion over the next decade for public sector entities, giving foreign joint ventures massive order-book visibility. The government is also offering 15-25% capital support for vessels built domestically under the updated Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS). The Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS) also focuses on building greenfield shipbuilding clusters where the government provides common infrastructure, allowing foreign entities to quickly step in as technical and strategic anchors. To streamline the supply chain, the Korea Marine Equipment Association (KOMEA) opened its first Indian office in Mumbai to help specialised component manufacturers set up local production alongside Indian yards. State-owned Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) and major commercial yards are actively looking for global investors. These include Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL), which is currently seeking strategic partners for two massive proposed shipbuilding hubs in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. Both GRSE and Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) are looking for advanced global tech integrations. Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) is also expanding capabilities in green shipping and cruise tourism through recent MoUs with European firms like Germany's Everllence SE.
Telangana Continues Talks with Maharashtra on Proposed Tummadihatti Dam
Telangana government is in ongoing discussions with Maharashtra regarding the construction of the Tummadihatti Dam. Telangana Continues Talks with Maharashtra on Proposed Tummadihatti Dam
Jairam Ramesh calls ECIs Form-6 clarification word games; demands halt to SIR
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Tuesday sharply criticised the Election Commission of Indias latest clarification on Form-6, terming it another set of word games that clarify nothing and expose how poorly designed the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process is. In a post on X, Ramesh said each damage-control attempt by the ECI only highlights the flaws in the SIR exercise. He pointed out that Form-6 clearly asks applicants whether they are applying for inclusion for the first time. According to him, the ECIs clarification that voters seeking re-inclusion during SIR can also be treated as first-time applicants is a deceptive word game aimed at covering up a flawed process that forces voters to make a false declaration. Ramesh further alleged that after asking voters to sign such a declaration, the Commission is now offering them protection from legal consequences after the fact. This, he said, shows how poorly thought through the entire SIR process has been. The Congress leader noted that the Chief Electoral Officer of Maharashtra had written to the ECI arguing that Form-6 cannot be used in this manner. He also referred to an ongoing case before the Goa Bench of the Bombay High Court, where the court has questioned the logic put forward by the ECI, particularly as it leaves out absent and shifted voters. Ramesh asserted that the ECI cannot address the real problem that the SIR is designed for exclusion. It deletes voters first, and then asks them to apply for re-inclusion as new voters, he said. He maintained that no amount of damage control can fix this fundamentally flawed process and demanded that the Special Intensive Revision be stopped. The remarks come after the Election Commission issued a clarification stating that previous electors whose names do not appear in the draft electoral rolls can submit Form-6 without fear of prosecution under Section 31 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950. The Commission had said that such submission is for inclusion under the SIR process and is not false merely because the elector was previously enrolled. Rameshs statement reflects the Oppositions continued criticism of the ongoing SIR exercise across several states.
Maharashtra Minister Accuses Rahul Gandhi of Spreading Chaos, Claims Foreign Powers Are Involved
Maharashtra Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha criticizes Rahul Gandhi, alleging he aims to disrupt constitutional order with foreign support. Maharashtra Minister Accuses Rahul Gandhi of Spreading Chaos, Claims Foreign Powers Are Involved
CBI arrests two in Rs 10.24 crore PNB fraud case in Greater Noida (Lead)
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested a Punjab National Bank (PNB) office assistant and a private individual in connection with an alleged fraud involving unauthorised withdrawals of 10.24 crore from customer accounts at the banks Sector Pi branch in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The arrests of the staff, namely Ms Deepanshi, an office assistant and Ashutosh Kumar Pathak (a private person) and an unknown person were made on Tuesday as part of an ongoing investigation into the high-value banking fraud. According to a CBI press release, the agency arrested the office assistant/sub-staff member posted at the PNB Sector Pi branch and a private person allegedly involved in the conspiracy. The case was registered by the CBI on October 29, 2026, following a complaint alleging that funds were siphoned off through unauthorised debit transactions carried out from multiple customer accounts. The agency alleged that the bank employee acted in connivance with the private individual and other unidentified persons. The fraud first came to light after a customer reported suspicious debit transactions from her account to bank authorities. An internal inquiry by PNB reportedly revealed unauthorised debits amounting to 10.24 crore from various savings and fixed deposit accounts. The bank has stated that a reconciliation exercise is underway to ascertain the exact extent of the loss. Earlier, the CBI had registered an FIR against the accused under provisions related to criminal conspiracy, breach of trust, cheating, falsification of accounts, and other offences under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Prevention of Corruption Act and Information Technology Act. The agency's preliminary findings suggested misuse of banking credentials, manipulation of customer account details, alteration of fixed deposit records and diversion of customer funds through beneficiary accounts. Reports indicate that the accused office assistant allegedly misused login credentials of other bank officials to carry out unauthorised transactions and route funds through multiple accounts. The private individual arrested in the case has been identified as a key beneficiary of the alleged fraud. The CBI said it has obtained transit remand for the private accused from the Special Court for CBI Cases in Pune, Maharashtra. Further investigation is underway to identify the involvement of other persons and trace the flow of funds.
Over 1 Lakh Register For Maharashtra Innovation Challenge
The Seva First Innovation Challenge was conceptualised by Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Maharashtras Minister for Skills, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
Dia Mirza video row: Oppn welcomes Bombay HC verdict, says BMC removed video due to her surname
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) The opposition parties in Maharashtra on Tuesday welcomed the Bombay High Court's judgment which directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to re-upload the public awareness video of actor Dia Mirza, alleging that the civic body had removed her video ecause of her surname. In the video, Mirza had urged citizens not to burst firecrackers on public roads during Diwali. Speaking to reporters, Shiv Sena-UBT MLA Aaditya Thackeray said instead of focusing on civic issues, here is this BJP leader (Ameet Satam) whose entire focus is only on Hindu-Muslim issues and caste discrimination. Today, whether it's Dia Mirza, Ajinkya Rahane, or Madhuri Dixit, the BMC itself wrote a letter asking them to make those videos. And now, the BMC Mayor (Ritu Tawde) herself is claiming she wasn't aware of it. So, how are they running the government? he remarked. AIMIM National Spokesperson Waris Pathan hailed the Bombay High Court's judgment, saying: They (BMC) received a proper reprimand. The court said that this is not a communal issue, so why are you making such statements?... The Mumbai BJP Chief, Ameet Satam, tweeted and specifically targeted Dia Mirza because of her surname. Otherwise, videos made by Madhuri Dixit and Ajinkya Rahane were not removed. Echoing similar view, Shiv Sena-UBT leader and former Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar said whoever occupies the Mayors chair must represent all communities and not speak for any one caste, group, or religion. There has been discussion about Dia Mirza for the last two or three days. She has brought glory to the country, received several honours, and served as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)... She did not come seeking any benefit, nor was she going to gain financially from this. It was the municipal corporation that invited her. They have insulted her due her 'Mirza' surname, which is extremely wrong, she told IANS. Pednekar also criticised remarks made by the BMC Mayor, saying: The Mayor has no right to claim that she has blacklisted someone. Making such statements before a major festival like Diwali, which is celebrated by people of all communities, is inappropriate. India is a secular country, and such comments about an artist are completely unacceptable. Speaking to IANS, Congress MLC Bhai Jagtap targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Indulging in such dirty and petty politics is something only the BJP can do. I sincerely thank the High Court for reprimanding them and making it clear that such discrimination has no place under the Constitution of this country, he said. While maintaining that Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde is an empowered woman, NCP-SP leader Fahad Ahmed alleged that Mumbai BJP Chief Ameet Satam is the one running the entire BMC. Ameet Satam has finished the essence related to festivals like Diwali, Eid etc, he told IANS.
Telangana to continue dialogue with Maharashtra on Tummidihatti Barrage
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Nov 3 (IANS) The Telangana government on Tuesday said that it will continue dialogue with Maharashtra on the proposed construction of Tummidihatti Barrage. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy asked the officials of the Irrigation Department to maintain a good rapport and continue the dialogue with the Maharashtra government. He directed them to be fully prepared with comprehensive details of the areas likely to be submerged, emphasising that all relevant documents, including existing agreements and other important issues, should be exchanged with the Maharashtra government. The Chief Minister and Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy held a review meeting with officials on the Tummidihatti barrage proposed to be constructed across the Pranahita River on the TelanganaMaharashtra border. According to the Chief Ministers Office (CMO), Revanth Reddy made some suggestions to the officials with regard to the recent discussions held with Maharashtra and other related issues. The Chief Minister said that the government is prepared to provide adequate compensation for any lands in Maharashtra that may be affected by submergence and is also ready to deposit funds into a joint account of the two state governments. Telangana would not object to Maharashtra conducting its own survey on the potential submergence of lands, he said. The officials were ordered to furnish all the information sought by Maharashtra in a timely manner. A Telangana delegation led by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy had met Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on October 26, and the latter had responded positively to consider Telangana's request to give the nod for construction of Tummidihatti Barrage with a height of 152 metres. While expressing willingness to revisit Telangana's request, Fadnavis emphasised that several technical, environmental, and administrative steps would have to be completed before reaching a final conclusion. The Maharashtra Chief Minister had proposed the constitution of a joint committee of officials headed by the Principal Secretaries of the Irrigation Departments of both states. The committee would examine the proposed barrage height, water availability, submergence implications, affected agricultural lands, compensation requirements, and other technical matters. It would also examine the assessments and concerns of both states regarding the extent of submergence and the possible impact on land and local communities, including alternative approaches where necessary. It was suggested that officials and technical experts from both states work together to prepare a clear timeline and roadmap for further discussions and necessary action. It was agreed that the way forward would be worked out by the officials and experts of the two states.
BMC Penalizes Powai Construction Site 1 Lakh for Dust Pollution After Video Posted On Social Media
Beed man loses Rs 52 lakh in intimate video-call blackmail; two booked
The 36-year-old complainant alleged that one of the women secretly recorded a private video call and threatened to circulate the footage on social media unless he paid money
Several meetings fail to break deadlock over sugarcane prices
Meanwhile, members of the Swabhimani Shetkari Sanghatan begin a protest in Kolhapur district of Maharashtra
Diwali food safety crackdown: Maharashtra FDA seizes food worth Rs 45 lakh, arrests 2
Man Accused Of Wife's Murder Commits Suicide In Nanded Police Station
A 38-year-old man, arrested for allegedly strangling his wife, committed suicide inside a police station in Maharashtra's Nanded district. Sushil Mahajan Haibate was found hanged in the lock-up hours after his arrest and confession. The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has taken over the probe into his death.
Maharashtra sets up Public Relief Society to fund costly medical treatment
The initiative will bring hospitals, voluntary organisations, companies and social institutions together to undertake medical assistance programmes according to the needs of patients
States Ranked On Niti Aayog's S and T Scoreboard
Niti Aayog has launched the India Science and Technology (S and T) Scoreboard, highlighting state-wise performance in research publications and patent applications. Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra are the top three states in research publications, with Tamil Nadu also leading in patent filings. The interactive platform aims to help states benchmark progress and formulate better S and T policies.
Talks with Maharashtra on Tummidihatti barrage must continue: CM
Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Tuesday, November 3, ordered the irrigation officials to continue the dialogue with the Maharashtra government on the proposed construction of the Tummidihatti barrage. The CM said this during a review meeting on the Tummidihetti barrage at his Jubilee Hills residence. Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy was also Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
CM Fadnavis unveils major upgrade for upgrade for Pimpri-Chinchwad police
CM Fadnavis on Tuesday performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the Pimpri Police Complex. The facility will house the Pimpri Police Station, the Deputy Commissioner of Police Zone 1 office, a regional office of the Anti-Narcotics Task Force and 200 government residential units
Digital Desk | Pune, Nov 3 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday expressed confidence that with a robust network of modern transport facilitiesincluding the metro, electric buses, inner ring roads, outer ring roads, tunnels, and a new airportbeing developed across Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and the Pune Metropolitan Region (PMR), the region will emerge as a major mobility hub of the country by 2030. He was speaking at an event after Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated Mann-Hinjawadi to Shivajinagar Line-3 and laid foundation stone for the Pune Metro Phase-2. Hinjawadi and its surrounding areas form a critical IT hub in India, visited daily by thousands of employees who often face heavy traffic congestion, losing one to two hours of their time. The launch of the Metro will bring immense relief to IT professionals, particularly the youth, the Chief Minister said. He expressed joy that the project, whose foundation stone was laid by Prime Minister Modi in 2018, was now being dedicated to the nation by him as well. The Shivajinagar-Hinjawadi corridor is the country's first Metro project implemented through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. Built by Tata Projects and Siemens on a DBOT (Design, Build, Operate, and Transfer) basis, the project reached completion with the cooperation of the Central and state governments, viability gap funding (VGF), and land acquisition facilitated by the Maharashtra government. Acknowledging the vital contribution of women from construction to operations, the Chief Minister noted that this 'Pink Powered' metro symbolises the active participation of women power. Around 120 kilometers of metro lines have been developed in Pune, with work ongoing on several other corridors. Maharashtra has been a major beneficiary of the country's metro expansion, with metro systems operational or under construction across 12 municipal corporation areas. The Metro is not merely a transport facility but an engine driving economic development, fostering investments, employment, and surrounding economic ecosystems, the Chief Minister said. To develop the Pune Metropolitan Region into a major urban growth centre, the Central government has provided a fund of Rs 5,000 crore, which will be utilised to build modern transport infrastructure in Pune and the PMR. Developed as a 'Green Metro', Pune Metro will generate 30 per cent of its required energy independently. With the comprehensive network of metro lines, electric buses, inner and outer ring roads, CMTR (Common Mobility Transport Route), underground routes, and tunnels taking shape, Pune is poised to become a key centre not only for IT and manufacturing but also for frontier technologies, contributing significantly to the national economy, CM Fadnavis said. Emphasising that the Central government under Prime Minister Modi prioritises poverty eradication and youth employment alongside infrastructure development, the Chief Minister expressed hope that Maharashtra will continue to receive the Centre's steadfast support and guidance. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said that the metro will play a pivotal role in easing traffic congestion in Pune and making citizen commutes faster, safer, and more comfortable. Metro Line-3 is a game-changing project for Pune's public transport network that will reshape the city's future and resolve daily commuting challenges. Terming the metro an historic Diwali gift to the residents of Pune, Deputy CM Shinde commended the state government's track record of keeping its promises and executing projects on time, reflecting Maharashtra's rapid developmental strides. Pune Metro Line-3 is India's first metro project executed under a PPP model using the DBFOT framework under the National Metro Rail Policy 2017. The Deputy CM congratulated the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority, Maha-Metro, Tata Projects, Siemens, and all concerned officials for completing the project on a mission mode. Highlighting women's substantial participation in building and operating the metro, Eknath Shinde remarked that this project reaffirms that women are second to none in any field. The Mumbai-Pune Expressway has significantly boosted Pune's growth, and the upcoming 'Missing Link' project will further reduce travel time between the two cities, alongside the development of a ring road encircling Pune. These projects will collectively ease traffic congestion and bring immense relief to citizens, making Pune's mobility more dynamic and seamless, the Deputy CM said. He also made a special mention of the late Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's enduring contributions to Pune's development. Citing initial scepticism regarding public ridership when the Metro was first launched, Eknath Shinde noted that more than nine million passengers have chosen the Metro so far, underlining its popularity as a comfortable, time-saving transit option that strengthens public transport. The state government remains firmly committed to making Pune a congestion-free, modern city, he added. Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar said that given Pune's rising population and transportation demands as a cultural, educational, and industrial hub, building a modern, safe, and eco-friendly public transport system is imperative. Pune Metro Line-3 is India's first metro corridor executed through a PPP, completed at a cost of around Rs 8,313 crores. Notably, it will be the country's first 100 per cent women-operated metro line, with around 100 women train pilots and 50 per cent of station staff being womena matter of immense pride, Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar added. The foundation stone for this corridor was laid by Prime Minister Modi in 2018. The Union Cabinet has also approved four extended corridors under Phase-2, the foundation stone for which was laid on Tuesday. These 31-kilometer, 28-station corridors, cleared by the Central government at an estimated cost of Rs 9,858 crore, will connect areas such as Vanaz to Chandani Chowk, Ramwadi to Vitthalwadi, Kothrud, Bavdhan, Viman Nagar, Kharadi, and Wagholi. Once completed, the total Pune Metro network will exceed 100 kilometers. Stations like the R.K. Laxman Museum and Savitribai Phule Pune University on this route will pay tribute to the ideals of the 'Common Man' and Krantijyoti Savitribai Phule, respectively, Sunetra Pawar noted. The late Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar made invaluable contributions from the inception of every Detailed Project Report (DPR) to its final approval. As Finance Minister, he ensured necessary fund allocations and personally reviewed the progress of Hinjawadi metro stations in July, instructing officials to maintain high quality and adhere to timelines. A special task force under the leadership of the District Collector has been constituted to address infrastructure needs in Hinjawadi, Mann, and Marunji, covering roads, transport, water, electricity, waste management, and metro connectivity. Approvals worth Rs 426 crore have been granted for internal approach roads leading to metro stations, and as Guardian Minister, she would closely oversee the execution of these works, she assured. Minister of State Murlidhar Mohol described the inauguration of the metro and the groundbreaking of new lines as a historic milestone for Pune's development. The 23-km Hinjawadi-Shivajinagar route will expand the Pune Metro network to 55 km, benefiting IT employees and millions of citizens. In September alone, 9,58,603 passengers travelled via Pune Metro, cementing its status as the city's lifeline. The foundation stone was also laid on Tuesday for nearly 46 km of new routesnamely KhadakwaslaKharadi, VanazChandani Chowk, RamwadiWagholi, and ManikbaugNal Stopwhich will strengthen connectivity across the eastern, western, and southern parts of the city and help ease traffic congestion, he said.
Patanjali Ghee Under FDA Scanner As Maharashtra Seizes 3.53 Lakh Kg Food Worth
Maharashtra FDA seized 3.53 lakh kg of food worth 9.01 crore across 114 establishments, including 2,279 litres of Patanjali cow ghee, while suspending 19 licences over food safety violations.
Maharashtra drought: Panvel civic body cancels Diwali illumination
Every year, the Pavel Municipal Corporatio arranges decorative electrical lighting at various locations across its jurisdiction during Diwali. However, with Maharashtra facing drought, the administration has decided to cancel the arrangements this year
MSSC Office Assistant Recruitment 2026
Maharashtra State Security Corporation (MSSC) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for 10 Office Assistant posts. The online application process will be conducted from 17 October 2026 to 09 November 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, maharashtra.gov.in.
Controversy Erupts Over Dia Mirzas Diwali Video as Maharashtra CM Responds
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis addresses the political fallout from Dia Mirzas Diwali video removal amid public outcry. Controversy Erupts Over Dia Mirzas Diwali Video as Maharashtra CM Responds
'PDA repeatedly being targeted': Abu Azmi as Azam Khan sent to 14-day judicial custody
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Samajwadi Party Maharashtra President Abu Asim Azmi on Tuesday alleged that former Uttar Pradesh minister Azam Khan was being targeted by the government, claiming that fresh cases were being filed against him whenever he secured bail. Azmi's remarks came after Azam Khan was sent to 14 days of judicial custody following his arrest in a money laundering case. Khan was arrested shortly after being released on bail on Monday. He will be lodged at Dasna jail in Ghaziabad. Speaking to IANS, Azmi said: Azam Khan has been in jail for several years. If the ED had anything against him, it could have questioned him inside the prison and taken action. But as soon as he gets bail, a new case is filed. All this is happening at the government's behest. This is completely wrong. Azam Khan has not earned anything through wrongdoing. He brought money and established the university. He has been elected as an MLA more than 10 times and has also served as a minister and an MP. However, such treatment is being meted out to him. I believe that the PDA (Pichhda, Dalit, and Alpsankhyak) is repeatedly being targeted in this manner. But now, the public has awakened, he added. Azmi also welcomed the Bombay High Court's order directing the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to re-upload actor Dia Mirza's Diwali video, which appealed to people to celebrate an eco-friendly and firecracker-free festival. Reacting to the development, the Samajwadi Party leader said, I am very happy and want to congratulate the court for showing that justice is still alive. I would also urge all courts not to forget the struggles of Dr B.R. Ambedkar and Mahatma Gandhi. He further urged the judiciary to take suo motu cognisance whenever anything unconstitutional or imposed through coercion and hooliganism takes place in the country. Whenever anything unconstitutional happens in the country, courts should take suo motu action. If this continues, those BJP leaders who are spreading anarchy in the country will come to their senses, he said. The Bombay High Court on Tuesday expressed strong displeasure over the rhetoric used by politicians against Dia Mirza and directed the civic body to re-upload the deleted video. Emphasising that India is a secular country, the court underscored the importance of allowing individuals to express their views on celebrating festivals in an environmentally responsible manner.
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