Maharashtra to Introduce 4th Women’s Policy Maharashtra, India’s second-most populous state, is all set to introduce its fourth women’s policy. The announcement was made on 18th April 2023 by the state’s Women and Child Welfare Minister, Yashomati Thakur. The policy will focus on improving the status of women and their empowerment, including their social, economic,…
Maharashtra to Introduce 4th Women’s Policy to Give More Opportunities to Women Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that the state government will be introducing the 4th Women’s Policy to provide more opportunities to women. The policy aims to empower women and promote gender equality in the state. Why this News is Important The announcement…
Rashmi Shukla is Border Force Chief Rashmi Shukla, an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, has been appointed as the new chief of Border Force. She is a 1993-batch IPS officer of Maharashtra cadre and has served in various capacities in the state. Shukla has been appointed to the post for a period of two years….
Sachin Tendulkar statue: Life-size statue of Sachin Tendulkar to be unveiled at Wankhede Stadium 10 years after his retirement The iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is set to unveil a life-size statue of Sachin Tendulkar, the legendary Indian cricketer, on 24th April 2023, 10 years after his retirement from international cricket. The announcement was made…
Aurangabad Osmanabad renaming : Union Government Approved Renaming of Aurangabad, Osmanabad in Maharashtra The Union Cabinet has recently approved the renaming of two cities in Maharashtra. The city of Aurangabad will now be known as Sambhaji Nagar, and Osmanabad will be known as Dharashiv. The proposal to rename these cities was initiated by the Maharashtra…
Architect Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi Passes Away Aged 95; PM Mourns Demise Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi, one of India’s most famous architects, passed away at the age of 95. Doshi, who was awarded the prestigious Pritzker Architecture Prize in 2018, was renowned for his innovative and sustainable designs. Early Life and Career Doshi was born in Pune,…
Eknath Shinde : Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde Named Shiv Sena Chief Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has been appointed as the new chief of the Shiv Sena, one of India’s oldest regional political parties. The decision was taken during the party’s national executive meeting held in Mumbai on April 24, 2023. Shinde will take…
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj : Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2023 Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2023 is celebrated on 19th February every year in Maharashtra to commemorate the birth anniversary of the legendary Maratha ruler, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. He was born on 19th February 1630 in Shivneri Fort in Pune. He is known for his bravery, courage,…
Indian beetle species : Omorgus Khandesh A Newly Discovered Indian Beetle by Zootaxa A newly discovered species of beetle named Omorgus Khandesh has been identified in India by the Zootaxa research team. This beetle was found in the Khandesh region of Maharashtra, India, and belongs to the family Trogidae, which is commonly known as skin…
Most polluted city in India : Mumbai surpasses Delhi to become the most polluted city in India, says IQAir report Introduction Mumbai, the financial capital of India, has surpassed Delhi to become the most polluted city in the country, according to a recent report released by IQAir, a Swiss air quality technology company. The report…
