New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) Popularising nature-based solutions to make Holi and other festivals vibrant, joyful, and eco-friendly, the Environment Ministry conducted workshops across Eco-Clubs to promote safe and sustainable celebrations aligned with Mission LiFE, an official said on Tuesday.Through hands-on sessions, students are learning to prepare natural colours using edible and leafy vegetables. Green is derived from fresh leafy greens, red from beetroot, yellow from turmeric (haldi), and or…
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Mumbai, Feb 28 (IANS) Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said new greenfield airports will be developed in the Vadhavan and Virar regions as part of a broader plan to strengthen connectivity and support infrastructure growth in Maharashtra.Speaking at the 93rd Board of Directors meeting of the Maharashtra Airport Development Company (MADC), the Chief Minister directed officials to immediately identify suitable land for the proposed airports and expedite development of airport projects …
Nagpur, Feb 27 (IANS) As the festival of colours approaches, the markets across the country are witnessing increased activity, with people thronging the markets to buy colours. The markets are already inundated with festive and vibrant colours, rangolis and other items. The eco-friendly gulals (colours) are something that is grabbing the spotlight and also catching the attention of visitors.In Maharashtra’s Nagpur, the eco-friendly colours are a big hit in the markets, and their demand is grow…
Nagpur, Feb 26 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED)’s attached immovable properties worth Rs 3.35 crore in Nagpur belonging to a couple, who cheated two investors on the promise of selling a property and arranging loan from a foreign institution, an official said on Thursday. The attached assets include three commercial shops and two lands admeasuring total area of 10.37 acre are owned by Sachin Shatrugha Pandey and his family members, the ED’s Nagpur Sub-Zonal Office said.The properties were…
Mumbai, Feb 26 (IANS) Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in the state Assembly on Thursday painted a picture of Maharashtra that is no longer just “participating” in India’s growth, but is actively steering the nation’s $5 trillion ambition.He laid out a comprehensive vision for the state’s future, balancing ambitious economic targets with a stern address on law and order.In his reply to the debate on the Governor’s address, the chief minister said that Maharashtra remains the real economic powe…
Hyderabad, Feb 25 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday conducted extensive searches across six states and arrested three accused in a “Digital Arrest” fraud case involving Rs 1.86 crore.The case pertains to the defrauding of a senior citizen from Kerala’s Kottayam district.Through meticulous digital forensics and financial trail analysis, investigators uncovered a complex network spanning multiple Indian states, with indications of international linkages, the agency said…
Bengaluru, Feb 16 (IANS) Reiterating his attack on Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge over criticism against the Rastriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), State Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra, on Monday, asked whether the criticism stemmed from hatred, frustration, or immaturity. Speaking at a press conference at the state BJP office — Jagannath Bhavan — in Bengaluru, Vijayendra referred to Minister Priyank Kharges criticism about the RSS and asked why Kalyana Karnataka,…
Mumbai, Feb 10 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Tuesday that the state continues to attract the highest Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the country, adding that this investment is now not just the highest in India but has also become record-breaking. He added that an industry-friendly ecosystem has been created in the state by transforming economic activity into a celebratory movement, which has led to unprecedented levels of investment in Maharashtra.Chief Minister…
Mumbai, Feb 8 (IANS) Bollywood multi-hyphenate Karan Johar has lauded the sense of humour of the RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat. Karan attended the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) along with National Award-winning filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar and music composer Pritam on Sunday.Talking about Mohan Bhagwat, KJo said, “I would like to say that I am very happy to be here at the 100th anniversary of RSS. I would like to thank Mr. Bhagwat for his words, words and thoughts. H…
Mumbai, Feb 8 (IANS) Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal, who was last seen in ‘Chhaava’, is celebrating the centenary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). The actor attended the centenary celebrations of RSS, and told IANS, “First of all, I would like to congratulate RSS for completing its 100th anniversary. Today I got a chance to listen to Mohanji’s talks. This is the first time I have seen him face to face and listened to his talks. I am feeling very impressed. The talks were very pract…