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Articles by Faisal Malik
No evidence to prove split: Sharad Pawar’s NCP tells EC
The party has also sought documents from the poll body based on which the Ajit-led faction made the claim. Senior NCP MLA Jitendra Awhad reiterated that the party was still united
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 12:49 AM IST
Amidst talks of further split in NCP, cabinet expansion likely next week
The cabinet expansion of the coalition government in Maharashtra is likely to take place next week amid speculations of a further split in the NCP. Union home minister Amit Shah discussed the issue with key leaders of the coalition government, including chief minister Eknath Shinde and deputy chief ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar. There were speculations about NCP president Jayant Patil joining the rebel group led by Ajit Pawar, but Patil strongly refuted those claims and said he is with NCP chief Sharad Pawar.
Updated on Aug 07, 2023 12:18 AM IST
Amid speculation of further split in NCP, Cabinet expansion likely next week
Maharashtra NCP president Jayant Patil refuted the speculations of him joining the rebel group led by Ajit Pawar
Updated on Aug 06, 2023 07:50 PM IST
State orders probe into procurement of medicines by BMC-run hospitals
The state government has ordered an inquiry into the procurement of medicines and equipment by hospitals run by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) following reports of an artificial shortage. The government will also release a white paper on the services provided by BMC hospitals.
Updated on Aug 05, 2023 12:31 AM IST
Faisal Malik, Mumbai
State announces probe into assault on NCC cadets at Thane college
The state government in Mumbai has announced a probe into the assault on NCC cadets at two colleges. Strict action will be taken against the guilty.
Updated on Aug 05, 2023 12:28 AM IST
Soon breathalyser tests on Samruddhi E-way to curb accidents
On July 1, at least 25, including three children and one of the bus drivers, were killed, and eight others were injured, in a bus accident on the expressway near Buldhana. The deceased bus driver was found to be drunk. Around 109 deaths occurred in accidents on the expressway so far
Updated on Aug 04, 2023 12:09 AM IST
Fadnavis says probe will look into creditor’s role in Nitin Desai’s suicide case
Devendra Fadnavis said the investigation will also ascertain if there was any attempt by the firm to pressurise Nitin Desai or forcefully take over ND studio.
Updated on Aug 03, 2023 08:45 PM IST
Uproar in the assembly over Bhide’s remarks and threats
Deputy chief minister Devendra Fadnavis retorted that action would be taken not only against Bhide but also against Congress mouthpiece ‘Shidori’ for objectionable writings against Hindutva ideologue V D Savarkar
Updated on Aug 03, 2023 12:59 AM IST
Govt mulls SIT to probe communal clashes in state
The state government of Mumbai is considering the formation of a special investigation team to probe an alleged plan to disturb communal harmony. The plan involves glorifying Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, which has led to communal tensions and riots in various cities. The government has received intelligence from the Intelligence Bureau and Anti-Terrorism Squad, and if necessary, an SIT will be constituted for investigation. The government is also considering bringing a law against forced religious conversions. Some BJP legislators have called for an Uttar Pradesh-like law on inter-religion marriages in the state.
Updated on Aug 03, 2023 12:57 AM IST
‘Family is family, Pawar saheb and I are not separated,’ says Ajit
After sharing the dais with him in Pune, deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar on Tuesday said that he and NCP chief Sharad Pawar were not separated. Ajit was speaking in Shirur, Pune, at a gathering where he inaugurated a memorial of former BJP MLA Baburao Pacharne who died last year
Updated on Aug 02, 2023 12:56 AM IST
Vijay Wadettiwar becomes the new LoP in Maharashtra assembly
This is the second time Wadettiwar will get this responsibility. From June 2019 till the assembly elections held the same year, Wadettiwar was the leader of the opposition as the then-opposition leader Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil resigned from his position and joined the ruling BJP
Updated on Aug 02, 2023 12:41 AM IST
Unease in MVA over Sharad Pawar sharing dais with Modi in Pune
Some social organizations and members of various political parties have decided to stage a joint protest against Modi during the visit.
Updated on Aug 01, 2023 04:37 AM IST
Bhide controversy snowballs, Thane police book him
Meanwhile, two days after booking him, the Rajapeth police have started sending notices to Bhide and his associates under Section 41 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). “We will see if his voice sample matches with the audio clips received by us from different sources.
Updated on Aug 01, 2023 12:50 AM IST
In a first, vertical university campus to be set up in Mumbai and Thane
The idea of a vertical university campus was conceived to deal with the issue of land scarcity, which is common in major cities such as Mumbai and international metropolises like New York City, Washington DC and Tel Aviv, Israel
Updated on Jul 30, 2023 12:56 AM IST
Pawar plans state tour from August 16, likely to visit rebel constituencies
Pawar’s tour is significant, as attempts for a reconciliation were made by the DCM. Ajit met senior Pawar thrice in a gap of four days and also insisted that the faction wanted Pawar to reconsider his decision
Updated on Jul 29, 2023 12:29 AM IST
Will arrest those who defamed Savitribai Phule: Fadnavis
Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis assures arrest of those responsible for objectionable posts on social reformer Savitribai Phule; three letters written to Twitter.
Updated on Jul 28, 2023 12:46 AM IST
Faisal Malik, Mumbai
EC seeks responses from NCP factions by Aug 17
The Pawar-led NCP had decided not to approach the EC until it took cognisance of the claims made by the rebel group and sought a response. Maharashtra NCP chief Jayant Patil neither refuted nor accepted that the party had received any notice from the EC
Updated on Jul 27, 2023 01:05 AM IST
State to procure 1,785 new ambulances at over ₹7,000 crore
The Maharashtra government has decided to improve its emergency medical services by procuring a fleet of 1,785 ambulances, including advanced life support and basic life support ambulances, motorbike ambulances, boat ambulances, and neonatal ambulances. This is part of the state government's Dial 108 project, which provides emergency medical services for free to citizens who call the government's toll-free helpline. The government has approved a sum of ₹7,595.65 crore for procuring and running the ambulances for ten years. The fleet will also include boat ambulances for reducing travel time and bike ambulances for areas where regular ambulances cannot reach.
Updated on Jul 24, 2023 12:33 AM IST
Opposition walks out of Assembly over Manipur incident
Opposition parties in Maharashtra legislature stage a walkout after being denied permission to discuss the Manipur situation.
Updated on Jul 22, 2023 03:09 AM IST
State will take back five airports from Anil Ambani firm: Fadnavis
The state government of Maharashtra is taking back five airports from Reliance Airport Developers due to non-functionality and failure to pay dues. The government plans to pay the outstanding dues and recover the amount from the company. The government also aims to improve regional connectivity by acquiring more slots at Mumbai airport and forming a nodal agency for airport development. They also plan to build a helipad in each taluka and expect the Navi Mumbai airport to start operations in August 2024.
Updated on Jul 22, 2023 12:54 AM IST
16 dead, over 100 feared trapped in landslide in Raigad district village
Rescue operations by NDRF and other local bodies at Irshalwadi a challenge due to bad weather; will resume today
Updated on Jul 21, 2023 12:55 AM IST
Another jolt to Pawar Sr as Nagaland NCP extends support to Ajit
The decision of the Nagaland unit will play a significant role in the fight for taking over control of the 24-year-old party.
Updated on Jul 21, 2023 04:48 AM IST
Ajit Pawar projects himself as the new leader of Maharashtra
Rebel faction leader Ajit Pawar is set to project himself as the new leader of Maharashtra as his followers celebrate his birthday with a ten-day drive. The celebration includes distributing books, water filters, and cycles to school students, as well as holding job fairs and health camps. This comes after the recent split of the Nationalist Congress Party, with Ajit declaring himself the national president of the party and making a claim on its name and election symbol. The celebration is seen as a political move to build Ajit's image.
Updated on Jul 19, 2023 12:34 AM IST
Faisal Malik, Mumbai
27 NCP MLAs skip Day-1 of monsoon session
The uncertainly was a result of Ajit Pawar, and leaders aligned to him, reaching out to the NCP supremo, thrice in four days, asking the veteran leader to show a united front as they do not want to split the party
Updated on Jul 18, 2023 12:41 AM IST
Team Ajit calls on Pawar Sr; latter asks about kharif crops
The Maharashtra political drama is far from over. On Monday, rebel NCP leader Ajit Pawar, Praful Patel and several of the MLAs who defected with them reached the YB Chavan Prathishthan at Nariman Point to seek Sharad Pawar’s “guidance”
Updated on Jul 18, 2023 12:38 AM IST
Ajit Pawar faction meets Sharad Pawar, proposes to keep party united
Rebel faction of the NCP in Maharashtra meets Sharad Pawar to request him to keep the party united, no reaction from Pawar.
Updated on Jul 17, 2023 12:43 AM IST
Wanted to meet Pratibha aunt, also had a chat with Pawar saheb, says Ajit
Ajit wanted to clear the air and thus gave the clarification. “We talked nothing (about rebellion) but about a letter he had sent recently to me, chief minister Eknath Shinde and deputy chief minister Devendra Fadnavis about improving the education sector
Updated on Jul 16, 2023 12:54 AM IST
Ajit holds show of strength; one more MLA leaves Sharad Pawar
Ajit left for Nashik on early Saturday morning by the Vande Bharat Express from Thane. A large number of party workers were present at Nashik Station to welcome their leader who rebelled against Pawar’s leadership and succeeded in getting a majority of MLAs on his side
Updated on Jul 16, 2023 12:44 AM IST
Ajit gets finance, BJP brings NCP camp on par with Shinde’s Sena
The BJP reached a deal with its alliance partners in Maharashtra, ensuring that Ajit Pawar becomes the deputy chief minister with the finance portfolio.
Updated on Jul 15, 2023 03:56 AM IST
Ajit gets finance as 9 NCP leaders join Maha cabinet
After protracted negotiations, the portfolios of the nine Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) ministers in the Maharashtra government have been announced. Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar retains the finance portfolio, while Dilip Walse Patil heads the cooperation department and Chhagan Bhujbal takes charge of the food and civil supplies department.
Updated on Jul 15, 2023 12:25 AM IST
