Kingpin of unauthorised construction lives in Thane, says MNS Leader Raju Patil
Feb 25, 2025MNS leader Pramod Patil alleged that unauthorized constructions in Dombivli involve municipal officials, registration offices, and banks, accusing people from Thane. He urged CM Eknath Shinde and his son to address the 65 buildings' demolition impact while criticizing UBT's Dipesh Mhatre's opposition efforts. Patil called for prompt action, expressing hope in CM Fadnavis's decision.
UMC demolishes 17 illegal structures in Ulhasnagar; woman attempts self-immolation in protest
Feb 25, 2025Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation demolished 17 illegal structures at Camp No. 2 in Hanuman Nagar on Monday. During the drive, one woman attempted self-immolation and another tried to climb into a JCB machine to stop the demolition. Police and civic staff intervened, and the structures were successfully removed.
'Government to appoint legal team for Dombivli residents facing demolition': MP Shrikant Shinde
Feb 21, 2025MP Dr Shrikant Shinde assured that he will prevent the eviction of residents from 65 unauthorized buildings in Dombivli by appointing a government lawyer for their case. This follows a high court order for demolition, which threatens the displacement of 6,500 families. The government seeks a swift resolution.
Man kills cousin over property dispute in Kalyan
Feb 20, 2025A property dispute between cousins in Kalyan culminated in the fatal shooting of Ranjeet Dubey by his cousin Ram Dubey. The altercation, which occurred near Nana Pawshe Chowk, saw Ram chase and fatally shoot Ranjeet, who had a criminal history similar to Ram’s. Both were natives of Uttar Pradesh.
Feb 20, 2025Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation has introduced a special amnesty scheme to aid property tax collection for the fiscal year 2024-25. The scheme, active from 24th February to 18th March, offers 100% penalty waiver for early payments and reduced penalties later. Taxpayers are urged to utilize this opportunity as no further relaxations will be provided.
'Kishan Kathore will be minister at the right time': CM Devendra Fadnavis
Feb 19, 2025Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis praised BJP MLA Kishan Kathore during the unveiling of a 55-foot statue of Shivaji Maharaj in Badlapur, hinting at a future ministerial role for Kathore. Fadnavis emphasized Shivaji Maharaj's legacy as both a great warrior and exceptional administrator, affirming the government's commitment to his principles.
Maharashtra MLA falls into drain, fractures hand
Feb 17, 2025Shiv Sena MLA Rajesh More fractured his hand during an inspection tour in Ambarnath. More was hospitalized and is now undergoing treatment. He recently defeated MNS's Pramod Ratan Patil decisively in the Kalyan Rural assembly constituency, marking a significant political comeback for Shiv Sena, which lost the previous election in 2019.
MNS leader Pramod Patil slams Maharashtra govt over delay in Palava Rail Over Bridge (ROB)
Feb 12, 2025Former Maharashtra Navnirman Sena MLA Pramod Patil criticized the state government for the delay in completing the Palava Rail Over Bridge (ROB) project started in 2018. He questioned why the work on the Nilje ROB for the Dedicated Freight Corridor was completed promptly while Palava ROB remains unfinished, alleging financial issues and involvement of shell companies causing delays.
Asked to repay loan, youth kills Thane woman in public
Feb 3, 2025A 26-year-old man in Ambernath killed a 42-year-old woman over a dispute involving an unpaid loan of Rs 2.5 lakh. Despite earlier promises to repay, he failed to return the money, leading to the fatal argument. The man was later arrested by the police. Further investigation is ongoing.
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