The Maratha leader has opposed Shinde govt’s decision to grant Marathas reservation as Kunbis — surprise from the once vocal leader who has largely been silent since becoming Union minister.
Formed in 2017 in Maharashtra, ‘Adhyatmik Aghadi’ coordinates with state's Hindu religious leaders & bodies. Ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha and assembly polls, it's tapping into Hindu voter base here.
OBC leader Chhagan Bhujbal has opposed granting Marathas reservation from OBC quota. Patil says if Chhagan Bhujbal doesn't resign, Maharashtra CM will 'have to think about it'.
Maharashtra's newly announced schemes also make reference to PM's age: 73 lakh women will benefit from empowerment scheme, 73 cities will be beautified.
Perceived to have been sidelined in BJP, former MLA Pankaja Munde’s 8-day tour of state’s Shakti Peeths and jyotirlingas seen as attempt to consolidate base, build own political capital.
In past 4 months, Maharashtra has seen multiple communal conflicts centered around the Mughal emperor. Political analysts believe his name is being used by parties to polarise voters.
Adityanath can afford to shed his hardliner image because he has grown too big for the high command to be interfered with. Devendra Fadnavis isn’t there yet.
Cooperation Ministry takes a step towards financial inclusion with Sahkar DigiPay and Sahkar DigiLoan. They will enable faster and seamless access to financial services in small towns.
Bihar is blessed with a land more fertile for revolutions than any in India. Why has it fallen so far behind then? Constant obsession with politics is at the root of its destruction.
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