The Maharashtra government has made e-KYC mandatory for all beneficiaries of the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, directing women to complete Aadhaar-based authentication within two months—or by November 18—to continue receiving the monthly assistance of ₹1,500. The move follows shocking findings that over 26 lakh ineligible individuals, including men and government employees, had managed to…
₹1800 Crore Pune Land Deal: A controversial land transaction in Pune’s Mundhwa area — involving government-owned Mahar Watan land, a deeply discounted sale price, waived stamp duty, and suspended officials — has placed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar’s son Parth Pawar at the centre of a major political and administrative storm. While Parth denies…
2026 Crisis of Governance: The year 2026 arrives under the shadow of mounting global and domestic pressures on governance. States are facing overlapping challenges — from rising security threats and fragile social bonds, to a rapidly eroding implicit pact between citizens and their governments (what is often called the “social contract”). In this article, we’ll…
Life Certificate Submission: As the November 30 deadline for submitting Life Certificates approaches, pensioners across India are receiving unprece dented support through a massive nationwide digital campaign. The government, along with India Post Payments Bank (IPPB), EPFO, SBI and the Department of Telecommunications, has intensified efforts to make the Life Certificate process smooth, accessible and…
Delhi Airport Faces Major Crisis: Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) witnessed an extraordinary aviation crisis this week as a combination of serious technical failures and suspected GPS spoofing incidents brought flight operations to a standstill. Over two days, more than 400 flights were delayed, several were diverted, and thousands of passengers endured long hours…
Bollywood’s beloved couple, Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal, welcomed their first child—a baby boy—on November 7, 2025, sparking an emotional wave of celebration across India. The actors announced the birth through a heartwarming joint Instagram post captioned “Blessed”, sharing a beautifully crafted note that confirmed the much-awaited arrival. Fans, celebrities, and well-wishers flooded social media…
National Cancer Awareness Day 2025 brings a renewed call from India’s leading oncologists and public health experts: don’t wait for symptoms—start routine cancer screenings early. With cancer cases rising rapidly due to lifestyle changes, tobacco use, poor dietary habits and lack of physical activity, doctors emphasise that early detection saves lives and significantly reduces treatment…
India today celebrates a landmark moment as the national song Vande Mataram completes 150 years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the year-long nationwide commemoration in New Delhi, releasing a special commemorative stamp and coin. Citizens across the country joined mass singing events honouring Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay’s timeless creation, first written on Akshaya Navami in 1875….
Tribal Girl from Chandrapur: In a world where opportunities for tribal communities remain limited, a young girl from Maharashtra’s Chandrapur district has scripted a new chapter of hope and triumph. By excelling in her field, she has not only earned accolades but also emerged as a beacon of inspiration for thousands like her. Her success…
Lab on Wheels: In a region where children often struggle for access to basic education resources, a teacher from Punjab is rolling out change—literally. With his innovative “Lab on Wheels,” this dedicated educator is taking science experiments directly to the doorsteps of rural schools. This mobile lab is igniting curiosity and imagination among students who…