Amid the ongoing voting in the Maharashtra Election 2024, setting an inspiring example of democracy, a 29-year-banker reached a polling booth in Virar East direct from her haldi function and cast her franchise. Her hands, face and neck were covered in haldi paste. Sayali Rajendra Vartak, the bride-to-be from Virar, came to the polling booth to cast her vote despite her busy wedding preparations. Sayali, is set to get married in Rajasthan. On the other hand, BJP MP from Mumbai’s North Constituency Piyush Goyal was seen casting a vote at one of the Borivali polling booths. People from the Transgender community were also seen exercising their voting rights. Also, a young voter from Dombivli traveled 12,500 kilometers from Canada to exercise his voting right! Voters are urged to cast their votes by 6 PM.
20 November,2024 05:01 PM IST
On November 20, Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, along with his family, cast their votes in Nagpur for the Maharashtra Assembly elections. Fadnavis, who is contesting from the Nagpur South-West Assembly seat as a BJP candidate, expressed his support for the democratic process by voting in his home city. After casting his vote, Fadnavis appealed to the people of Maharashtra to come forward and exercise their right to vote. He emphasized the importance of participating in elections to ensure a strong and vibrant democracy. By voting, he encouraged citizens to play an active role in shaping the future of the state.
20 November,2024 12:37 PM IST
Maharashtra is gearing up for one of its most intense Assembly elections in 2024. With 288 constituencies, some key battles are poised to shape the future of the state. From Mumbai to Marathwada, Vidarbha to Western Maharashtra, each of these constituencies and candidates will decide Maharashtra's future. Let’s dive into the most critical candidates and constituencies this election season of Maharashtra Election 2024.
19 November,2024 05:04 PM IST
Union home minister Amit Shah, deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis and other senior BJP leaders released the party's manifesto on Sunday in Mumbai. BJP has announced a 25-point manifesto Sankalp Patra 2024 for the Maharashtra elections. In addition to 10 guarantees the Mahayuti had announced last week, the BJP has promised 15 more things that included a strict law against forced and fraudulent (religion) conversions. Some of the key highlights from the Manifesto for the Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024 include ₹25,200 per year assistance for women under Ladki Bahin Yojana, Increase in Old Age Pension from 1,500 to ₹2,100, 10 Lakh Students to get ₹10,000 Monthly Stipend, and 25 Lakh New Job Opportunities, 30% Reduction in Electricity Bills. Shah slammed the Mahavikas Aghadi, questioned their efficacy and hailed PM Modi at the event.
10 November,2024 01:31 PM IST
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Maharashtra Elections 2024 is just days away and the political battle in Maharashtra is getting intense with each passing day. Political parties are having a tough time managing the rebels that are cropping up due to seat nomination differences. And one of them is 2 times BJP MP from Mumbai North - Gopal Shetty. This time he stood against the BJP nominee as an independent candidate but soon after he withdrew his nomination. What led him to withdraw his candidature and what role Devendra Fadnavis had to play in this? Take a look.
08 November,2024 10:57 AM IST
The Election Commission of India on Monday ordered the transfer of Maharashtra DGP Rashmi Shukla following complaints by political parties, including Congress, ahead of the Maharashtra Election 2024. Ashish Shelar and Vijay Wadettiwar react to Rashmi Shukla's transfer The directive came in response to demands from opposition parties for the transfer of DGP Rashmi Shukla, who they accused of showing favouritism towards the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and raised concerns that her role could compromise the integrity of the election process. Mumbai BJP chief Ashish Shelar and Maharashtra LoP & Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar reacted to the news. Take a look.
04 November,2024 02:41 PM IST
At a press conference in Mumbai on November 2, Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC responded to Sanjay Raut's defense of Arvind Sawant, who had made disrespectful comments about her. Raut claimed Sawant didn't need to apologize because she is "imported." Shaina NC criticized Raut, saying that if he thinks the term "maal" is acceptable, it shows his mindset. She also questioned the official position of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), pointing out the contradiction between Sawant's apology and Raut's claim that no apology was needed. “I want to ask Shiv Sena (UBT) about Sanjay Raut's statement. Why the confusion?” she asked, highlighting the inconsistency in their responses to the issue.
03 November,2024 12:52 PM IST
BJP candidate from Nagpur South-West Assembly seat, Devendra Fadnavis held a roadshow in Nagpur ahead of filing his nomination for the Maharashtra Elections 2024. He said "Under the leader of Nitin Gadkari the development work that has happened in Nagpur, everyone has seen it. Look at our work in the last 10 years and the work done by Congress during their rule, we need not tell but we have transformed Nagpur."
25 October,2024 04:08 PM IST
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis will be filing nomination today as BJP candidate from Nagpur South West Assembly constituency, for the Maharashtra Elections 2024. Visuals from his residence in Nagpur emerged as he prepared for his nomination. His family applied tilak on his forehead and performed aarti to wish him luck.
25 October,2024 12:46 PM IST
Ratan Tata, the 86-year-old chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, one of India's largest and most prominent companies, passed away on October 9. The business tycoon was taken to Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital for a routine checkup due to his age. However, his condition worsened over the past week. Political leaders took to X to pay tribute to Ratan Tata for his exemplary contribution to India’s industrial growth. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on X over the death of Ratan Tata. Rajnath Singh also expressed his grief, calling him a Titan of Indian industry. Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis arrived at Breach Candy Hospital following Ratan Tata's passing on October 9. Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde expressed his condolences, stating, "The gem of India, Ratan Tata, is no more. This is very sad news for everyone. A large number of people were inspired and motivated by him. He is the pride of Maharashtra and has helped thousands. Ratan Tata was the Kohinoor of our country. He contributed immensely to the nation; he was a patriot and a true 'desh premi.' His relatives have announced that he will be available for darshan at NCPA from 10 AM to 4 PM."
10 October,2024 09:33 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
