Vallabh Ozarkar
Vallabh Ozarkar is a senior correspondent with The Indian Express' Mumbai bureau. He writes on Maharashtra politics and governance. He tweets @Ozarkarvallabh
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FIR against Shinde Sena MLA who announced reward for chopping off Rahul Gandhi’s tongue
September 17, 2024 20:04 IST
Responding to the FIR and protest, Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad said that he is willing to face legal consequences and has no regret for the comment.
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
Shinde Sena MLA announces Rs 11 lakh reward to ‘chop off’ Rahul Gandhi’s tongue
September 16, 2024 13:34 IST
During his US trip, Rahul Gandhi said the Congress party will “ending reservation when India is a fair place”
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
Never aspired to become a chief minister: Uddhav Thackeray
September 16, 2024 08:32 IST
In a veiled attack at Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Uddhav said that those who betrayed their parent party which enabled their political rise, can also betray the people.
Mon, Sep 16, 2024
Sena UBT MP Sanjay Raut reacts to viral video of Shinde faction leaders dancing at Thane’s Anand Ashram, alleges rival faction has taken illegal possession of property
September 15, 2024 17:39 IST
Stating that the conduct was disturbing, Raut said that if Dighe had been alive, he would have “cracked a whip on the office bearers.”
Sun, Sep 15, 2024
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde launches NITI Aayog master plan, aims at GDP boost from Rs 12 lakh to Rs 25 lakh
September 13, 2024 23:04 IST
The report highlights the need for comprehensive planning for bulk water supply, solid waste management, and regional transport infrastructure.
Sat, Sep 14, 2024
Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde: ‘Seat allocation after talks, winnability and local dynamics to hold key’
September 11, 2024 21:33 IST
Says there is good coordination between the three parties, and the seat-sharing process will proceed smoothly, as it did during the Lok Sabha elections.
Thu, Sep 12, 2024
Shiv Sena workers to go door-to-door to popularise 10 key govt schemes
September 10, 2024 00:10 IST
The Mukhyamantri Kutumb Bhet campaign aims to educate families about 10 key government initiatives. The focus will be on reaching out to both beneficiaries of the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana and those who have yet to be contacted.
Tue, Sep 10, 2024
Ajit Pawar: We wish to contest on 60 seats, no compromise on secular ideology
September 06, 2024 10:18 IST
Unequivocal on his party’s support for Maratha quota, Ajit says: “We all have the same stance – that Marathas should be given reservation.”
Mon, Sep 09, 2024
Express Exclusive | ‘We joined Mahayuti for development agenda, with clear stand of no compromise on secular ideology’: Ajit PawarSubscriber Only
September 05, 2024 17:57 IST
'We wish to contest 60 seats, but will definitely seek more. It will be on electoral merit… CM face to be decided only after we get majority mark,' says NCP chief
Fri, Sep 06, 2024
Shivaji statue collapse: MVA calls for inquiry over ‘irregularities’ in helipad construction for PM’s Malvan Visit
August 29, 2024 22:39 IST
The Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) on Thursday demanded an inquiry following a report by The Indian Express revealing anomalies in the Public Works Department’s (PWD) tendering process for constructing temporary helipads. These helipads were set up for the unveiling of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue at Malvan tehsil in Sindhudurg, during a visit by […]
Mon, Sep 02, 2024
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Statue: Navy-state govt joint technical committee to investigate statue collapse
August 29, 2024 19:31 IST
The statue was unveiled on December 4, 2023, during the Navy Day celebrations in Sindhudurg.
Mon, Sep 02, 2024
Red flags over state tender for helipads at Sindhudurg where Shivaji statue was unveiled
August 29, 2024 08:05 IST
The 35-foot statue of Shivaji was constructed by Thane-based M/s Artistry and sculptor Jaydeep Apte. Amid heavy rains and strong winds, the statue had collapsed.
Mon, Sep 02, 2024
State govt floats tender for construction of Maharashtra Bhavan in Ayodhya
August 28, 2024 22:32 IST
The Maharashtra Public Works Department (PWD) will build the Maharashtra Bhavan, also called ‘Bhakta Niwas,’ on a two-acre plot in Ayodhya to provide accommodation to devotees from Maharashtra visiting the Ram Mandir.
Thu, Aug 29, 2024Shivaji statue sculptor booked on attempt to murder charge
August 27, 2024 23:10 IST
Despite knowing that if the statue collapses there will be huge loss of lives, the sculptors and structural consultants built it in poor quality, the complainant alleged.
Wed, Aug 28, 2024
Shivaji statue collapse: PWD letter warned Navy of its precarious condition
August 27, 2024 19:24 IST
The letter, written by the Assistant Engineer of the PWD's Malvan office, and directed to the Area Coastal Security Officer, detailed concerns about the statue’s condition and requested the Navy to notify the architect for urgent remedial action.
Mon, Sep 02, 2024
MVA meeting on assembly polls seat-sharing ends inconclusively
August 26, 2024 22:27 IST
While Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut claimed that 99 percent of Mumbai seats were finalised, Congress and NCP leaders maintained discussions were ongoing.
Tue, Aug 27, 2024
Women’s safety top national priority, crimes against them unforgivable: PM Modi at Lakhpati Didi Sammelan
August 25, 2024 15:12 IST
Assuring that the central government will support state governments fully in combating atrocities against women, the Prime Minister emphasised that protecting women’s lives and dignity is a fundamental responsibility of both the society and the government.
Sun, Aug 25, 2024
Nepal bus accident: Air Force plane brings back 25 bodies
August 24, 2024 21:42 IST
The Indians were killed in a tragic bus accident on Friday in Tanahun district of Nepal, around 115 kilometres from Kathmandu.
Sun, Aug 25, 2024
Nepal bus mishap: Air Force plane brings bodies of 27 pilgrims brought back to India
August 24, 2024 09:38 IST
Minister of state for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Nikhil Khadse, was Present at Bharatpur airport, some 150-km away from Kathmandu, to receive the bodies on behalf of the government of India.
Sat, Aug 24, 2024
Bus falls into river in Nepal, 27 pilgrims from Maharashtra die
August 23, 2024 12:15 IST
The Nepal Police said they have obtained the names of the tourists from hotel records, adding they are verifying them.
Sat, Aug 24, 2024
Badlapur sexual abuse case: CM says protests politically motivated, Opposition calls for statewide bandh on Aug 24
August 21, 2024 21:10 IST
Shinde’s remarks have drawn sharp criticism from the Opposition, which has called for a statewide shutdown, or 'Maharashtra Bandh,' on August 24 to protest the Badlapur incident and rising crimes against women and children in the state.
Wed, Aug 21, 2024
War of words between Mahayuti allies: As Sena leader targets BJP minister, Fadnavis says he will take it up with CM Shinde
August 19, 2024 15:18 IST
While Ramdas Kadam attacked Ravindra Chavan over the Mumbai-Goa highway, Mahendra Thorve said NCP leader Sunil Tatkare is a "traitor".
Tue, Aug 20, 2024
Maharashtra Assembly polls: Announce MVA’s CM candidate, will extend support, Thackeray tells Congress, NCP(SP)
August 16, 2024 15:04 IST
Recalling his experience with the BJP, Uddhav Thackeray said that the policy of nominating the chief minister from the party winning the maximum number of seats should be avoided as it leads to infighting among alliance partners
Fri, Aug 16, 2024
Sanjay Raut puts Supriya Sule on the spot over Ajit Pawar’s remark, asks ‘what will she do on Raksha Bandhan?’
August 14, 2024 19:32 IST
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut hinted that Ajit Pawar’s remark that he erred by fielding his wife Sunetra against his cousin Supriya Sule in the Lok Sabha polls was made with an eye on the upcoming Assembly polls.
Wed, Aug 14, 2024
Concretisation of 6,000 km roads: Cabinet raises budget by Rs 8,500 crore
August 13, 2024 20:05 IST
The Hybrid Annuity Model, which involves private sector participation, has been in place since March 2017, following Centre’s guidelines.
Wed, Aug 14, 2024