Invoke MCOCA against those involved in food adulteration, prepare watertight cases: Shinde

August 12, 2026 9:19 AM

Invoke MCOCA against those involved in food adulteration, prepare watertight cases: Shinde

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday directed that those involved in food adulteration be booked under the stringent anti-organised crime law, the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA), saying such unscrupulous elements are putting the health of citizens, particularly youngsters, at grave risk. The direction came amidst the ongoing state-wide crackdown by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on food safety violations and adulteration. Shinde held a meeting ...

PM Modi praises Eknath Shinde’s role in Maharashtra’s development on his birthday

February 9, 2026 4:57 PM

PM Modi praises Eknath Shinde’s role in Maharashtra’s development on his birthday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended birthday greetings to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, praising his efforts towards the state’s development and his commitment to fulfilling the vision of Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray and late leader Anand Dighe. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Birthday wishes to Shri Eknath Shinde Ji. He is working tirelessly towards furthering Maharashtra’s development and realising the dreams of Pujya Balasaheb Thacker...

Amid rising water demand in Mumbai, BMC steps up construction of three dams, says Dy CM Shinde

December 10, 2025 12:11 PM

Amid rising water demand in Mumbai, BMC steps up construction of three dams, says Dy CM Shinde

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Urban Development Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday informed the Assembly that the Brihan Mumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), to meet the growing demand and ensure sufficient water supply, is focusing on completing projects such as the Gargai, Pinjal and Daman Ganga–Pinjal river-linking projects and creating additional water reserves. This becomes essential as Mumbai currently receives 3,800 MLD (million litres per day) of water, while the required dail...

Operation Sindoor outreach: Indian delegation thanks Congo for unequivocal condemnation of terrorism

May 28, 2025 11:32 AM

Operation Sindoor outreach: Indian delegation thanks Congo for unequivocal condemnation of terrorism

An all-party Indian parliamentary delegation led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Eknath Shinde has successfully concluded its diplomatic mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), emphasising India's firm stand against Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism and garnering the African nation's support for its anti-terror stance. The visit marks a significant outreach in the aftermath of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 innocent tourists were killed. On Tuesday, the India...

Maharashtra CM uncertainty persists: As Eknath Shinde vows to abide by PM Modi’s decision

November 27, 2024 5:10 PM

Maharashtra CM uncertainty persists: As Eknath Shinde vows to abide by PM Modi’s decision

The uncertainty over the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra continues, as caretaker CM Eknath Shinde expressed his readiness to accept any decision made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking at a press conference in Mumbai on Wednesday, Shinde affirmed his commitment to the ruling BJP-led Mahayuti alliance's unity and pledged the support of Shiv Sainiks to the leader chosen as CM. "I have told the Prime Minister that if there is any issue in forming the government in Maharashtra because of ...

PM Modi lays foundation stone for PM Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel Park in Maharashtra

September 20, 2024 4:09 PM

PM Modi lays foundation stone for PM Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel Park in Maharashtra

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of PM Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel (PM MITRA) Park in Maharashtra's Amravati on Friday. The 1000-acre park is being developed by the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) as the State Implementation Agency. The central government had approved setting up 7 PM MITRA Parks for the textile industry. PM Modi attended the National 'PM Vishwakarma' Programme that marks one year of progress under PM Vishwakarma. Duri...

PM Modi visits exhibition at National ‘PM Vishwakarma’ Programme in Wardha

September 20, 2024 1:28 PM

PM Modi visits exhibition at National ‘PM Vishwakarma’ Programme in Wardha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited an exhibition organised on the sidelines of National 'PM Vishwakarma' Programme in Maharashtra's Wardha on Friday. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis, Ajit Pawar and Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and MoS Education Jayant Chaudhary were present on the occasion. The National 'PM Vishwakarma' Programme marks one year of progress under PM Vishwakarma. PM Mo...

Prime Minister Modi celebrates 74th birthday amidst nationwide greetings

September 17, 2024 10:25 AM

Prime Minister Modi celebrates 74th birthday amidst nationwide greetings

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 74 on Tuesday, receiving birthday wishes from political leaders across India. The day was marked by warm greetings and praise from allies and opposition figures for his leadership. Extending his wishes, Union Home Minister Amit Shah commended PM Modi's vision of "New India" and added that the Prime Minister made impossible tasks possible with his strong will and determination. "Modi ji has linked everything from heritage to science with the vision of 'New In...

BJP leaders express happiness after Narendra Modi takes oath as PM for third time

September 16, 2024 6:40 PM

BJP leaders express happiness after Narendra Modi takes oath as PM for third time

After Narendra Modi was sworn in as the Prime Minister of India for the third consecutive term on June 9, leaders from the BJP-led NDA coalition voiced confidence and enthusiasm for the formation of the Modi 3.0 government, highlighting ambitious goals for India's future. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said that the country will be ranked the third largest economy in the next 5 years. "Today is a very happy day for us. After 50-60 years today is a historic day because Narendra Modi ha...

Prime Minister Modi to hold rally in Nagpur today in support of NDA’s Ramtek candidate

September 16, 2024 4:37 PM

Prime Minister Modi to hold rally in Nagpur today in support of NDA’s Ramtek candidate

After holding election rallies in Chhattisgarh's Bastar and Chandrapur in Maharashtra, in addition to taking out a colourful roadshow down South, in Tamil Nadu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Nagpur on Wednesday for an election rally in the Ramtek constituency in support of the Shiv Sena (ruling Eknath Shinde faction) candidate Raju Parwe. The rally is bolstering public support for the Shiv Sena candidate. Earlier on March 24, senior state Congress leader and Umred MLA, Raju Parwe, joi...