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Maharashtra Budget 2025 Live Updates: Metro to link Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport with Navi Mumbai International Airport
Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Ajit Pawar presents Maharashtra’s budget in the legislative assembly, facing the critical challenge of balancing welfare commitments with fiscal prudence. A key focus will be the Ladki Bahin Scheme, which currently benefits 2.52 crore women aged 21-65 years. While the Mahayuti government had promised to increase the stipend from ₹1,500 to ₹2,100 per month, financial constraints may hinder this hike. Maharashtra’s debt burden is set to surpass ₹7.82 lakh crore by March 31, with a fiscal deficit projected to cross ₹2 lakh crore—exceeding 3% of the state's GSDP. The government's strategy includes borrowing, monetization, and BOT models to sustain welfare and infrastructure spending. Rising salary, pension, and interest costs further strain state finances, and the Shiv Sena Bhojan scheme may be discontinued to cut expenses. Additionally, an excise duty hike on liquor is being considered as a revenue-generating measure. stay with TOI for live updates
08:58 (IST) Mar 10
MP Mhow Stone Pelting Live Updates: Communal clashes erupt during victory celebrations
Communal clashes broke out in Mhow, 25 km from Indore, late Sunday night during celebrations of India's Championship Trophy victory. The situation escalated as arson and stone-pelting ensued between two groups, prompting police intervention. Law enforcement resorted to a lathicharge and fired teargas to disperse the crowd and restore order.
Around midnight, Collector Ashish Singh informed TOI that the situation had been brought under control. IG (Rural) Anurag provided details of the incident, stating, "A group of youths was taking out a procession in Mhow market to celebrate Team India's victory over New Zealand in Champions Trophy on Sunday night. When the procession was passing through the Jama Masjid area, a group of people suddenly started pelting stones at it."
Around midnight, Collector Ashish Singh informed TOI that the situation had been brought under control. IG (Rural) Anurag provided details of the incident, stating, "A group of youths was taking out a procession in Mhow market to celebrate Team India's victory over New Zealand in Champions Trophy on Sunday night. When the procession was passing through the Jama Masjid area, a group of people suddenly started pelting stones at it."
08:58 (IST) Mar 10
MP Mhow Stone Pelting Live Updates: Violence spreads across multiple areas
According to police reports, the initial stone-pelting incident led to a heated confrontation, escalating into a full-blown clash. The violence, which began near Jama Masjid, quickly spread to other areas, including Manek Chowk, Sewa Marg, Market Chowk, and Rajesh Mohalla.
"Two vehicles were set on fire. We are not yet certain about the number of injured individuals, but the situation was contained swiftly through heavy deployment of police personnel from all stations. Additional forces have also been called in," IG Anurag stated.
Senior officers, including SP Hitika Wasal and ASP Rupesh Dwivedi, were present at the scene, monitoring the situation and coordinating law enforcement efforts.
"Two vehicles were set on fire. We are not yet certain about the number of injured individuals, but the situation was contained swiftly through heavy deployment of police personnel from all stations. Additional forces have also been called in," IG Anurag stated.
Senior officers, including SP Hitika Wasal and ASP Rupesh Dwivedi, were present at the scene, monitoring the situation and coordinating law enforcement efforts.
08:57 (IST) Mar 10
MP Mhow Stone Pelting Live Updates: Shops, vehicles set ablaze as police maintain vigil
Local sources reported incidents of arson, with a shop and multiple vehicles being torched. While official figures had not been released at the time of reporting, shopkeeper Sandeep Dayma told TOI that nearly a dozen two-wheelers had been set on fire.
Collector Singh reassured the public, stating, "There was tension in Mhow following communal clashes, but the situation is under control. Action will be taken against the miscreants."
Authorities remain on high alert, with additional security personnel deployed across affected areas to prevent further escalation.
Collector Singh reassured the public, stating, "There was tension in Mhow following communal clashes, but the situation is under control. Action will be taken against the miscreants."
Authorities remain on high alert, with additional security personnel deployed across affected areas to prevent further escalation.
08:57 (IST) Mar 10
Maharashtra Budget 2025 Live: Mahayuti’s first budget struggles to balance welfare, debt
As the Mahayuti government prepares to present its first budget after coming to power in the assembly polls, it faces the challenge of balancing its massive debt and fiscal deficit while sustaining key welfare initiatives. With local body elections, including municipal corporations and gram panchayats, scheduled for this year, the government is expected to prioritize ongoing welfare schemes while streamlining beneficiaries, as seen with its flagship Mukhya Mantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana.
However, indications suggest that the much-anticipated hike in the Ladki Bahin stipend from Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,100 per month, a key promise in the Mahayuti poll manifesto, is unlikely to materialize in this budget.
However, indications suggest that the much-anticipated hike in the Ladki Bahin stipend from Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,100 per month, a key promise in the Mahayuti poll manifesto, is unlikely to materialize in this budget.
08:57 (IST) Mar 10
Maharashtra Budget 2025 Live: Rising debt, welfare promises shape Mahayuti’s first budget
With chief minister Devendra Fadnavis announcing an increase in the state's outlay under the Namo Shetkari Samman Nidhi for farmers from Rs 6,000 to Rs 9,000 per year, the upcoming budget is expected to account for this expansion.
Maharashtra’s debt projection for 2024-25 already stands at Rs 7.8 lakh crore. Ahead of the elections, the government rolled out welfare schemes worth Rs 96,000 crore, including the Ladki Bahin Yojana, which played a crucial role in its electoral success. Since then, the state has introduced supplementary budgetary demands amounting to ?1.37 lakh crore—its highest-ever additional expenditure outside the budget.
Maharashtra’s debt projection for 2024-25 already stands at Rs 7.8 lakh crore. Ahead of the elections, the government rolled out welfare schemes worth Rs 96,000 crore, including the Ladki Bahin Yojana, which played a crucial role in its electoral success. Since then, the state has introduced supplementary budgetary demands amounting to ?1.37 lakh crore—its highest-ever additional expenditure outside the budget.
08:56 (IST) Mar 10
Ludhiana Building Collapse Live: 2 dead, 1 still trapped; rescue efforts continue
Two workers lost their lives in the collapse of a multi-storey dyeing unit building in Focal Point, Phase 8, on Saturday night. While four trapped workers have been successfully rescued, efforts are underway to locate another individual still buried under the debris. A magisterial probe, led by the SDM (East), has been initiated, and police have registered an FIR against four individuals in connection with the incident.
The state government has announced financial assistance for the families of the deceased and will cover medical expenses for the injured. The deceased have been identified as Jatinder Kumar, a worker, and Gurnarinder alias Bunty, a lab technician at the unit. The injured include Abhilash Yadav, Ram Kishan, Sintu Thakur, Avtar Singh Kaka, Pargat Singh, Manish Chauhan, Hakim Yadav, and Neeraj Kapoor.
The state government has announced financial assistance for the families of the deceased and will cover medical expenses for the injured. The deceased have been identified as Jatinder Kumar, a worker, and Gurnarinder alias Bunty, a lab technician at the unit. The injured include Abhilash Yadav, Ram Kishan, Sintu Thakur, Avtar Singh Kaka, Pargat Singh, Manish Chauhan, Hakim Yadav, and Neeraj Kapoor.
08:56 (IST) Mar 10
Telangana Tunnel Collapse Live: Body of one of eight missing workers recovered on day 16
In a significant breakthrough on the 16th day of rescue operations at the collapsed Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel site, authorities recovered the body of one of the eight missing workers on Sunday. The discovery was made at a location pinpointed by cadaver dogs recently deployed at the site. The body was found buried approximately 10 feet beneath the silt and debris.
Officials identified the deceased as tunnel boring machine (TBM) operator Gurpreet Singh, one of the eight missing workers, based on a left earring and a tattoo on his right hand. Singh, who was employed by the US-based Robbins Company operating the TBM, was a resident of Tarn Taran, Punjab. His body has been sent to his hometown, officials confirmed.
Officials identified the deceased as tunnel boring machine (TBM) operator Gurpreet Singh, one of the eight missing workers, based on a left earring and a tattoo on his right hand. Singh, who was employed by the US-based Robbins Company operating the TBM, was a resident of Tarn Taran, Punjab. His body has been sent to his hometown, officials confirmed.
Deputy CM and Finance Minister Ajit Pawar presents the Maharashtra Budget 2025 in the legislative assembly.
The Ladki Bahin Scheme remains a key focus, benefiting 2.52 crore women aged 21-65 years. The promised increase in the monthly stipend from ₹1,500 to ₹2,100, as per the Mahayuti election manifesto, is unlikely due to financial constraints.
The Mahayuti government is set to present its first budget, facing the challenge of balancing its massive debt and fiscal deficit while sustaining key welfare schemes amid upcoming local body elections.
A multi-storey dyeing unit building collapsed in Ludhiana’s Focal Point, killing two workers while one remains trapped; rescue efforts continue, and a magisterial probe has been initiated.
Communal clashes erupted in Mhow during celebrations of India’s Championship Trophy victory, leading to stone-pelting, arson, and a police crackdown; additional forces were deployed to restore order.
On the 16th day of rescue operations at the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel collapse site, the body of one of the eight missing workers was recovered, identified as TBM operator Gurpreet Singh.
Maharashtra’s debt stands at Rs 7.8 lakh crore, with additional budgetary demands of ?1.37 lakh crore introduced post-elections, reflecting the strain of pre-poll welfare schemes like the Ladki Bahin Yojana.
The Ladki Bahin Scheme remains a key focus, benefiting 2.52 crore women aged 21-65 years. The promised increase in the monthly stipend from ₹1,500 to ₹2,100, as per the Mahayuti election manifesto, is unlikely due to financial constraints.
The Mahayuti government is set to present its first budget, facing the challenge of balancing its massive debt and fiscal deficit while sustaining key welfare schemes amid upcoming local body elections.
A multi-storey dyeing unit building collapsed in Ludhiana’s Focal Point, killing two workers while one remains trapped; rescue efforts continue, and a magisterial probe has been initiated.
Communal clashes erupted in Mhow during celebrations of India’s Championship Trophy victory, leading to stone-pelting, arson, and a police crackdown; additional forces were deployed to restore order.
On the 16th day of rescue operations at the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel collapse site, the body of one of the eight missing workers was recovered, identified as TBM operator Gurpreet Singh.
Maharashtra’s debt stands at Rs 7.8 lakh crore, with additional budgetary demands of ?1.37 lakh crore introduced post-elections, reflecting the strain of pre-poll welfare schemes like the Ladki Bahin Yojana.
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