Devendra Fadnavis faces 22 riot cases, crime accused pack state assembly
The BharatiyaJanata Party (BJP) is likely to select its leader in the legislature today, after having jettisoned its partner, the Shiv Sena, and emerging the single largest player in state politics, marking a significant change in the assembly. But what has changed little is the criminality... read more »
Maharashtra BJP legislature party to elect its leader today; initial cabine...
MUMBAI: A high-level BJP team on Monday held discussions on the initial size of the cabinet and possible names for key portfolios ahead of Friday’s swearing-in of a new government in the state. “Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked us to ensure that the size of the cabinet is as small... read more »
Maharashtra: BJP MLAs meet today, Fadnavis likely to be named CM pick
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is expected to name its pick for the Maharashtra chief minister’s post on Tuesday, even as there is still no clarity over whether it will join hands with the Shiv Sena to form the government in the politically crucial state. Media spotlight is on the meeting... read more »
Aamir Khan bats for clean India, better waste management
BHOPAL: Swachh Bharat Abhiyan or Clean India Mission launched by PM Narendra Modi is possible, if people and municipalities across the country actively participate in this drive. Bollywood actor and host of reality show Satyamev Jayate Aamir Khan, who was in town on Sunday for live screening of... read more »
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