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Maharashtra Approves E-Bike Taxi Services with Specific Conditions

By BPN News Desk April 1, 2025

The Maharashtra state cabinet has given the green light to launch electric bike (e-bike) taxi services across urban areas, including Mumbai. This move aims to provide affordable, eco-friendly transportation for short-distance commutes while creating substantial employment opportunities. The policy is expected to generate around 20,000 jobs, with approximately 10,000

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MNS Chief Raj Thackeray Urges Against Communal Tensions Over Aurangzeb’s Tomb

By BPN News Desk March 31, 2025

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray has appealed for calm and rational thinking amid ongoing communal tensions over the tomb of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district. Speaking at his annual Gudhi Padwa rally at Shivaji Park, Thackeray urged people not to view history through the lens of religion or caste and instead […]

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Maharashtra Cuts Electricity Tariffs by 10–30% Starting April 1

By BPN News Desk March 30, 2025

In a major relief for power consumers, the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has approved a significant reduction in electricity tariffs across the state. The revised tariffs, which come into effect from April 1, will see a decrease of 10% to 30% in power charges for residential users and notable reductions for industrial consumers as […]

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Train Services Disrupted Following Gantry Collapse at Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project Site

By BPN News Desk March 28, 2025

Train services were severely affected after a segmental launching gantry collapsed at the construction site of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (HSR) corridor near Vatva in Ahmedabad. The incident occurred around 11 p.m. on March 23, 2025, halting progress at one of India’s most ambitious infrastructure projects. Fortunately, no casualties were reported. Impact on

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Maharashtra Government’s Selective Actions Spark Political Controversy

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2025

The Maharashtra government’s recent actions have ignited a political controversy, with accusations of selective enforcement and suppression of free speech. Government’s Response to Kunal Kamra’s Satirical Performance Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra is under investigation for alleged defamation following a satirical performance that critiqued Deputy Chief

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Maharashtra Assembly Backs Bharat Ratna for Phule Couple

By BPN News Desk March 25, 2025

The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution urging the central government to confer the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award, on renowned social reformers Jyotirao Phule and Savitribai Phule. The resolution garnered support from all parties in the House and was moved with the intent of recognizing the couple’s lasting

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Authorities Demolish Residence of Nagpur Violence Accused Fahim Khan

By BPN News Desk March 24, 2025

Authorities in Nagpur have demolished the house of Fahim Khan, a key accused in the recent communal violence that shook the city. The demolition took place on March 24, 2025, targeting Khan’s double-storey residence in Sanjay Bagh Colony, Ashi Nagar zone. The property was deemed to be an illegal construction lacking approved building plans. Background […]

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Fire Incident at Takshshila Co-operative Housing Society

By BPN News Desk March 24, 2025

A devastating fire broke out in the early hours of March 24 at the Takshshila Co-operative Housing Society, a 13-storey residential building located near Vidyavihar railway station in Mumbai. The incident occurred around 4:35 a.m., causing significant damage to property and resulting in one fatality and one injury. Casualties and Injuries Reported Two security guards […]

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Fadnavis Vows to Recover Nagpur Riot Damages from Accused

By BPN News Desk March 23, 2025

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has announced strong measures in response to the recent outbreak of violence in Nagpur. Addressing media after reviewing the situation, he made it clear that those found guilty of involvement in the riots would be held financially accountable for the destruction caused. “The cost of total damages caused during […]

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Pune Minibus Fire: Driver’s Revenge Claims Four Lives

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2025

In a tragic and disturbing incident near Pune, a minibus fire that killed four employees of Vyoma Graphics has been confirmed as an intentional act of revenge by the vehicle’s driver. The incident, initially suspected to be accidental, has now been identified by authorities as a deliberate act of sabotage fueled by personal grievances. Driver […]