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OC amnesty Scheme

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  OC Amnesty Scheme : BMC Commissioner Holds Meet With Committee, Assures Early Implementation After SOP Finalisation Mumbai: A Meeting was held by the Members of the government-formed OC committee and BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani on Wednesday to discuss finer points of SOP so that there is no ambiguity during implementation. The BMC's OC Amnesty policy was approved by the state government in December 2025 with certain revision. The BMC is now responsible for its implementation for which the SOP is awaiting. The FPJ had reported earlier, that the implementation will be possible only after the newly appointed standing committee sanctions it. 50% premium on extra area to be paid to BMC as per RR "The meeting was held for OC for All building including SRA and MHADA . All approved buildings, residential-cum- commercial and fully commercial wil be Granted OC with 50% premium as per RR to be paid to BMC for the extra area being used by flat owners," said Advocate Vivek...

Maharashtra SIR

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  Maharashtra SIR : SP MLA Rais Shaikh Warns Against Deletion Of Minority And Marginalised Groups’ Names ; Urges Joint Opposition Action Mumbai: Samajwadi Party MLA Rais Shaikh has Called for the immediate formation of a Joint Action Committee (JAC) Comprising all Opposition Parties to Monitor and ensure transparency and fairness in the proposed ‘ Special Intensive Revision ’ (SIR) process in Maharashtra. Proposed Safeguards Listed Shaikh outlined key measures, such as the creation of a monitoring mechanism to prevent the arbitrary deletion of names from electoral rolls , guiding workers in every constituency, informing citizens of their rights, providing legal assistance where required, and conducting a legal review of the entire process to ensure it is carried out in accordance with rules and in a transparent manner. Shaikh stated that an urgent meeting should be convened during the ongoing budget session of the state assembly to hold a detailed discussion on the issue and...

Mumbai Police Force

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  Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis Flags Off Over 1200 Advanced Vehicles For Mumbai Police Force Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday flagged off over 1200 advanced vehicles for the Mumbai Police Force at Nariman Point . At the inaugural Ceremony, CM Fadnavis was accompanied by Ministers Mangal Prabhat Lodha , Yogesh Kadam, among other dignitaries. According to the  Mumbai Police  the CM flagged off 633 four-wheelers and 657  motorcycles  at Nariman Point, strengthening the Mumbai Police’s people-centric response and on-ground readiness. "These additions will enable us to respond faster, more effectively, and efficiently, further reinforcing the safety and security of our citizens." Speaking on the features of these advanced vehicles, S. Jayakumar , Joint Commissioner of Police, Mumbai Police, told  IANS   that all these vehicles have a mobile data terminal , a vehicle tracking system , and a GPS Moreover, he also added t...

Mahim West Mumbai City

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  Public Interest Alert: Action Against Illegal Removal Of Land Reservations In Mahim West And Mumbai City Mumbai | Public Interest Report Residents of Mahim West and Mumbai City have been urged to remain vigilant against illegal removal or misuse of land reservations in the Development Plan (DP).  If a developer has altered or deleted public land reservations through bribery or unlawful methods, citizens have the right to take firm action at both State and Central levels. Urban Planners and civic activists say such violations harm public amenities like parks, hospitals, playgrounds, and schools, which are meant for community welfare in Mumbai. State-Level Authorities Where Complaints Can Be Filed Maharashtra authorities have the legal Power to investigate corruption, cancel illegal permissions, and restore land reservations. 1. Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Maharashtra Focus: Bribery involving BMC/MCGM officials Helpline: 1064 Role: Investigates corruption and files crimin...

BJP Shive Sena Thane

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  Tensions Flare Between Allies: BJP And Shinde-Led Shiv Sena Clash In First Thane General Body Meeting ​Thane: Despite being in power together at both the state level and within the local  administration  the alliance between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the  Shiv Sena  (Eknath Shinde faction) hit a turbulent patch on Monday. The very first general body meeting of the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) since the recent elections was marred by heated verbal exchanges and a dramatic standoff between the two ruling partners. ​Highlights of the Session ​The Meeting initially began on a cordial note. Key appointments were announced: ​ Hanumant Jagdale (Shiv Sena - Shinde faction) was appointed as the Leader of the House . ​ Ashraf (Shanu) Pathan ( NCP - Sharad Pawar faction ) was named the Leader of the Opposition . ​The Proceedings Commenced with the formal introduction of new corporators and administrative officers. However, the amicable atmosphere was ...

MCOCA Drugs Crackdown

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 Drug Crackdown  :  CM Devendra Fadnavis Invokes MCOCA , Announces Zero-Tolerance Policy In Maharashtra Mumbai:  Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday informed in the State Assembly that the Maharashtra government has adopted a zero -tolerance policy against drug trafficking and has brought narcotics -related offences under the stringent provisions of the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA), enabling authorities to seize properties of drug kingpins . Drug Crimes Under MCOCA to Target Organised Syndicates Replying to a question on police action against drug trafficking in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Palghar and Raigad districts, Fadnavis, who also holds the Home portfolio, said the inclusion of drug crimes under MCOCA would allow the state to act decisively against organised syndicates . He made it clear that the government would not spare anyone involved in the drug trade, including police personnel. Any officer found complicit in drug-related...

MLA Abu Asim Azmi

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  Mumbai: With FPJ Headlines on Banner, Mask On Face, MLA Abu Asim Azmi Protests At Vidhan Bhavan Against Rising Pollution In City Mumbai: Samajwadi Party ’s Maharashtra President and MLA Abu Asim Azmi on Tuesday staged a symbolic protest against the city’s worsening air pollution by entering the Vidhan Bhavan on the second day of the Budget Session with a banner highlighting alarming AQI levels across Mumbai. In a Video Shared by IANS, Azmi was seen wearing a protective face mask as he walked into the Assembly premises, holding a placard that questioned how long Mumbaikars would be forced to suffer due to hazardous air quality. The banner also displayed screenshots from AQI monitoring platform AQI.in , showing consistently high pollution readings in several parts of the city. Azmi later took to X (formerly Twitter) to post a photograph of his protest along with a strongly worded message. In his post, he alleged that garbage dumping grounds and bio-waste processing companies ...

Sanjay Leela Bhansali

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  Sanjay Leela Bhansali Hospitalised In Mumbai After Suffering Heart Attack On 63rd Birthday? Here's The TRUTH Acclaimed  Bollywood  Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali was reportedly hospitalised in Mumbai after suffering a heart attack on his 63rd birthday on Tuesday (February 24). According to a Post shared on Instagram by Mamarazzi , the director was rushed to NH Hospital after he complained of discomfort. He is currently under medical supervision, and doctors are closely monitoring his condition. However, the report has turned out to be false. According to his team, the filmmaker is fit and fine, and the social media buzz about the heart attack is false. His PR team also clarified that he only underwent a routine check-up at the hospital. Bhansali, known for his Grand Cinematic vision and visually rich storytelling, has helmed several Celebrated films, including Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam , Devdas , Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela , Bajirao Mastani and Padmaavat . Over th...

Price Control Mumbai

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  Mahim Social Worker Farooque Dhala Appeals for Price Control and Strict Monitoring of Essential Commodities Mumbai : Mahim-based Social Worker Farooque Dhala has Appealed to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation and the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Department, Maharashtra to intensify Price Control Measures and Strengthen local Monitoring of Essential Commodities in the City. In his Appeal, Dhala urged the authorities to conduct regular inspections of markets, shops, and hawkers, and take strict action against those overcharging for daily necessities such as vegetables, milk, groceries, and other household items. He also emphasized the need for coordination with ward offices and market inspectors to ensure effective enforcement. Dhala further requested that the department actively monitor cases of black marketing and hoarding , especially in areas like Mahim West , and extend these measures across Mumbai. He stated that controlling the prices of essential go...

Central Railway Notice

 Maharashtra Rastrawadi Congress (NCP) (Ajitdada) Vice President  Haji Mudassar Patel Meets Chief Minister After Central Railway Notice  Requesting Immediate Relief for Slum Dwellers  Mumbai: After the Central Railway Administration issued Notices for the demolition of slums located along the Kurla–Trombay (Burmasel) railway line , thousands of Poor Residents in the Area have been Gripped by Anxiety.  In view of this Situation, Haji Mudassar Patel, Maharashtra Vice President of the Nationalist Congress Party (Ajit Pawar faction), Met Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and submitted a letter requesting immediate relief for the residents and the formulation of a permanent rehabilitation plan .  The Chief Minister assured him that appropriate steps would be taken. Haji Mudassar Patel also travelled to Delhi to meet senior railway officials.  He Submitted a Memorandum at the office of Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Met Additional Secretary ...

IAS OFFICER IN BMC

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 Argued before Magistrate court no. 64 at Esplanade at serial no. 63  CST against  ALL IAS OFFICERS IN BMC for violating circulars signedby these IAS officers and not meeting citizens , not maintainng  register and other mandatory documents . How can such IAS OFFICERS deny such mandatory right to citizens to meet them and solve their grievance. Informed court that these IAS officers insult and degrade the citizens and never discharge official duties.  Please educate me if my submission is incorrect. No intention to hurt anyone but to create awareness to save Mumbai , Maharashtra and Bharat   Date 16.2.26 Kamlakar Shenoy   Gaurang R Vora Chetan Trivedi Zuhair QZ  Jai Hind President of India Vice President of India CMO Maharashtra BEST Undertaking   Shaina Nc MLA Jarnail Singh Mla Captain Tamil Selvan MLA Chandrabhan Singh MLA Ravi Rana MLA Dadarao Keche - आमदार दादाराव केचे Amin Patel Rahul Narwekar - राहुल नार्वेकर Milind Deora Arvind ...

Sikh Brother In Lonavala

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  Mob Attack Or Self Defence?’, Assault On Sikh Brothers In Lonavala Sparks Questions Over Attempt To Murder Charges, Community Demands Fair Probe Lonavala : The recent assault on two Sikh brothers in Lonavala has triggered demands for a fair and transparent investigation, with community representatives questioning the serious charges filed in the case and urging the Maharashtra government to ensure justice without bias. According to details shared by Gurjyot Singh , a coordinator from the Mahayuti alliance , the incident involved brothers Akashdeep Singh and Navdeep Singh , residents from near Pune , who were allegedly attacked by a group of 10 to 15 local villagers following a minor dispute.  The coordinator described the episode as “deeply disturbing” and said violence over trivial issues has no place in a civilised society. He, however, raised concerns over the police action, stating that serious charges such as attempt to murder were reportedly invoked against the two ...

Mumbai Hawkers

  BMC  Intensifies  Anti-Hawkers Eviction  Across  Mumbai Following unending Complaints by the citizens  on rising hawkers menace in Mumbai encroaching  footpaths creating  traffic  Mess  and leaving pedestrians struggling to find their way, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has finally significantly intensified its actions against the illegal hawkers and unauthorised stalls.  In the last 20 days, areas like Borivali and Andheri in the western suburbs, Dadar , Kurla and Mulund in the eastern suburbs and Mohammad Ali Road in south Mumbai have witnessing frequent eviction drives. Local leaders join Eviction drives In Borivali, the local  MLA Sanjay Upadhyay   has been accompanying the BMC staff for the eviction drives of unauthorised hawkers. While in Dadar, the worst affected area, local BJP leader Akshata Tendulkar has been directly confronting the hawkers gang.  This week, citizens took social med...