
Maharashtra Government to Cap School Bus Fares
The government of Maharashtra, India, is set to implement a cap on school bus fares, according to reports.
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The government of Maharashtra, India, is set to implement a cap on school bus fares, according to reports.

The Maharashtra government has issued new guidelines for fourth-year undergraduate students, providing essential information for their academic progression.

Following a lawyer's claim of "racial discrimination," the Bombay High Court has requested a reply from the Maharashtra government regarding a challenge to the scrapping of the Muslim quota.

Maharashtra Legislative Council Deputy Chairperson Neelam Gorhe has directed the state government to submit a report on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) within a month, following a demand from a BJP legislator.

The Maharashtra government has issued a Government Resolution (GR) for the acquisition of land for the Mumbai 3.0 project, clearing the way for its rollout.

The Maharashtra government has introduced a Bill to ban 'unlawful conversions,' proposing stringent provisions for conversions carried out through coercion, fraud, inducement, or marriage to protect the right to freedom of religion.

On Women's Day, the Maharashtra government launched the 'Come Early, Go Early' policy for women government employees residing in the Mumbai Metropolitan area, aiming to provide flexibility.

The Maharashtra government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Finnish firms to develop Sassoon Dock, a key fishing hub with significant annual fish production.

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the Maharashtra Chief Secretary and Director General of Police, demanding a detailed report within two weeks regarding the death of 18 workers at an explosives manufacturing unit.

“Recognition for 31 and 76 exam centres for Class 10 and 12 board exams, respectively, was cancelled after instances of malpractice were reported around January 13,” says Minister

Amin Solkar, a public prosecutor, has been removed by the Maharashtra government as the Special Public Prosecutor in the gangster Gadoli encounter case, expressing his disappointment over alleged interference.
The Opposition announced a boycott of the Fadnavis Government's high tea invitation, citing reasons including the Indo-US deal and the Maharashtra Government's ambiguous stance on Ajit Pawar's death.

Aspirants in Pune, India, are protesting against the Maharashtra government over the stalled PhD fellowships provided by the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Research and Training Institute (BARTI).

The Maharashtra government is seeking to increase the supply of 5kg LPG cylinders to migrant workers by 25%.

The Maharashtra government has tabled an amendment bill aimed at restoring the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) power to collect property tax retrospectively.

The Maharashtra government plans to issue a ban on the use of plastic flowers, a decision prompted by concerns from BJP MLC Sadashiv Khot regarding their environmental impact and negative effect on the floriculture market.

NCP (SP) Baramati MP Supriya Sule has accused the Centre and Maharashtra government of concealing an LPG crisis and has called for an all-party meeting to address the issue.

The Maharashtra government has decided to make permits mandatory for passenger-carrying electric rickshaws and e-bikes to standardize rules within the sector.

The Maharashtra government has convened meetings with insurers and hospitals to resolve ongoing delays in processing insurance claims, aiming to streamline the payment system.

The Maharashtra government has announced plans to construct a memorial dedicated to Ajit Pawar.

The Bombay High Court has denied relief to autorickshaw and taxi drivers seeking space near Mumbai international airport to offer namaz during Ramazan, with the Maharashtra government flagging a 'security risk'.

The Maharashtra government remains firm despite pressure from the MVA, making it unlikely that a Leader of Opposition will be appointed during the upcoming Budget Session.

The Maharashtra government plans to introduce 15 bills, covering ordinance replacements, university reforms, and fiscal measures, during the upcoming session.

The Bombay High Court has criticized the Maharashtra government for its refusal to file a First Information Report (FIR) in a case involving a minor rape victim whose abortion failed and whose baby subsequently died.

The BJP-led Maharashtra government is actively pushing for the sub-classification of Scheduled Castes, a move that aims to address specific social and political issues within the community.

The Maharashtra government is developing a social media policy for minors, stating that a blanket ban is not appropriate. A task force was formed to study the impact of social media and online gaming on children.

Public Health and Family Welfare Minister Prakash Abitkar informed the Maharashtra Legislative Council that the government has initiated steps to improve transparency and efficiency in the health department

The Maharashtra government plans to reallocate funds from the Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) sub-plans to finance payouts for the Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi scheme.

The Maharashtra government is planning to introduce nominated members in Zilla Parishads and Panchayat Samitis.

The Maharashtra government informed the Council that over 93,000 scholarship applications are currently pending verification in the state.

The Bombay High Court has issued a notice to the Maharashtra Government regarding the controversial 1-kilometer limit imposed for admissions under the Right to Education (RTE) Act.

The Maharashtra government has transferred the secretary of the minority development department, a move that comes amid an ongoing controversy regarding certificates.

Maharashtra Ekikaran Samiti leader says the Maharashtra government is wilfully ignoring the interests of the Marathi-speaking population in border areas

The Maharashtra government has requested Union Home Minister Amit Shah to order a CBI investigation into the plane crash that killed Deputy Chief Minsiter Ajit Pawar last month, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said.