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Maharashtra's Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) resolves Rajya Sabha candidate dispute The MVA alliance in Maharashtra resolved its internal conflict on March 4, 2026, by officially selecting Sharad Pawar as its sole candidate for the Rajya Sabha election. This decision effectively removes opposition from the Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress, paving the way for an unopposed contest in the state. The Congress central leadership endorsed Pawar’s candidacy, abandoning its own claim and rejecting Shiv Sena’s demand for a joint alignment. Sources close to the Congress revealed that the decision followed Shiv Sena (UBT)’s refusal to support a proposed collaboration with the Congress for a single candidate. A senior Congress leader confirmed that the MVA will now back Uddhav Thackeray for his second attempt at the Maharashtra Legislative Council election. The Rajya Sabha seat requires 36 votes, with Shiv Sena (UBT) holding the largest share of 20 MLAs, followed by Congress with 16 and the NCP (SP) with 10. The MVA constituents—Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), and NCP (SP)—initially contested the Rajya Sabha candidature. Congress argued that its national party status necessitated a stronger presence in the upper house to bolster its Leader of the Opposition role. Shiv Sena (UBT) claimed its position as the largest opposition party in Maharashtra justified its bid, while the NCP (SP) emphasized Pawar’s stature as a guarantee for an unopposed victory. Leaders from both Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) described the dispute as emotionally charged, with neither party willing to appear dismissive of Pawar’s aspirations. Pawar, who has been unwell, expressed a desire to enter the Rajya Sabha, and his daughter Supriya Sule voiced concerns about his health.#maharashtra #congress #sharad_pawar #maha_vikas_aghadi #shiv_sena_ubit

Seven Candidates, Including Sharad Pawar, File Nominations for Rajya Sabha Seats in Maharashtra Seven candidates, including Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Sharad Pawar, submitted their nominations for Rajya Sabha seats from Maharashtra on Thursday. This move ensures that six candidates from the ruling Mahayuti alliance—comprising Union Minister Ramdas Athawale, BJP leader Vinod Tawde, and the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) nominee Pawar—will be elected unopposed. The political landscape in Maharashtra saw intense maneuvering as parties vied for influence ahead of the election. The Election Commission had announced the contest for 37 Rajya Sabha seats across 10 states, with seven from Maharashtra. The Mahayuti alliance, with its numerical strength, is expected to secure six seats, while the MVA can claim one. Speculation about additional candidates from the ruling party was tempered by the BJP’s decision to field only four names, a gesture of respect for Pawar if he was nominated as the MVA candidate. The NCP also emphasized that the election would remain unopposed only if Pawar was the MVA nominee, prompting the opposition to rally behind him despite internal tensions. The MVA alliance, comprising the Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), and NCP (SP), faced internal strife over the candidature. The Shiv Sena, the largest opposition party in Maharashtra with 20 MLAs, and the NCP, the smallest with 10 legislators, both sought to claim the seat. The winning threshold in Maharashtra is 36 votes, a number the Congress and Shiv Sena could have combined to meet. However, both parties hesitated to endorse Pawar, fearing it would weaken their positions.#maharashtra #rajya_sabha #sharad_pawar #shiv_sena_ubit #mahayuti_alliance

Congress vs Shiv Sena (UBT): Rift Deepens Over Crutches Remark in Maharashtra Politics Maharashtra politics has seen a sharp escalation in tensions between the Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) over a controversial editorial published in the latter’s newspaper. The dispute centers on a remark criticizing the Congress for allegedly treating regional parties like "Baisakhi" (a Punjabi harvest festival), which the Shiv Sena editorial claimed implied the Congress uses regional groups as tools rather than partners. This remark has sparked outrage among Congress leaders, who accuse the Shiv Sena of undermining the coalition’s unity and making unilateral decisions that harm the Mahavikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance. The conflict has intensified after the recent Rajya Sabha elections, where Sharad Pawar’s uncontested victory highlighted existing divisions within the MVA. The Shiv Sena editorial accused the Congress of ignoring the views of regional parties, arguing that such neglect weakens the alliance’s strength. Congress spokesperson Sachin Sawant responded sharply, calling the editorial an attack on the coalition’s principles. He criticized the Shiv Sena’s editorial board and senior leader Sanjay Raut for failing to distinguish between their roles as journalists and politicians. Sawant emphasized that the MVA requires mutual consultation and compromise, warning that unilateral decisions have already caused setbacks in key constituencies like Mumbai and Chandrapur. Shiv Sena, in turn, defended its stance, asserting that forming strong alliances with regional parties is essential for the Congress to gain power at the center. The party argued that including regional groups is not a weakness but a sign of political maturity.#maharashtra #congress #shiv_sena_ubit #sanjay_raut #mahavikas_aghadi

Maharashtra Congress Rift in MVA, Congress to Field Candidate Against Shiv Sena in Vidhan Parishad Election The Maharashtra Congress has announced it will field its own candidate against the Shiv Sena (UBT) in the upcoming Maharashtra Vidhan Parishad elections, marking a significant rift within the Mahayuti (MVA) alliance. The decision comes after the Shiv Sena UBT, led by Uddhav Thackeray, announced that former opposition leader Ambadas Danve would contest the election. This move has sparked tensions within the MVA, as Congress, which had previously pledged support to Thackeray, now plans to challenge his party in the polls. The Shiv Sena UBT confirmed that Danve, a senior party leader, will be their candidate for the Vidhan Parishad election, which is scheduled for May 12. This decision has led to internal discord within the MVA, as Congress, which had earlier committed to backing Thackerey, has now decided to run its own candidate. The Congress party, through its state committee chairman Harshvardhan Sapkal, stated it will field a candidate in the election, signaling a shift in its strategy. The election for the Vidhan Parishad involves nine seats, with the current MVA coalition holding 46 seats. The Shiv Sena (UBT) has 20 seats, Congress 16, and the National Congress Party (NCP) 10. The final date for submitting nominations is April 30. The Congress party’s decision to contest the election has raised concerns about the stability of the MVA, which has been a key political alliance in Maharashtra. Sapkal, who had previously pledged support to Thackeray, has now expressed disappointment with the Shiv Sena’s choice of Danve as their candidate. He accused the party of undermining the alliance by not selecting Thackeray, who had been a central figure in the MVA.#uddhav_thackeray #shiv_sena_ubit #maharashtra_congress #ambadas_danve #harshvardhan_sapkal

Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray Apologizes for Appointing Bache Khan as Minister; Pre-Monsoon Rain in Pune Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray addressed the media in Pune, acknowledging his mistake in appointing Bache Khan as a minister. He stated that the decision was an error on his part and emphasized the need for accountability within the state government. The apology came amid ongoing political tensions and public scrutiny over the ministerial appointments. Thackeray also highlighted the importance of pre-monsoon rainfall in the region, which is crucial for agricultural planning and water resource management. A murder case in Pune has sparked widespread concern. The victim, identified as Ravindra Urf Pintya Urf Dokia Yashwant Ahire, was attacked by three suspects—Dipak Dange, Vijay Bhide, and Parshuram Bhide—in Malkan Compound. The assailants used sharp weapons to strike the victim’s abdomen, head, face, and other body parts, resulting in his death at the scene. According to police, the victim had a dispute with Dipak Dange and was preparing to file a police complaint against him. The suspects, enraged by this, carried out the attack. The police arrested the three accused within hours of the incident based on a complaint from the victim’s brother. The case has been registered under Sections 103(1) (murder) and 61(2) (criminal conspiracy) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the attack and have urged the public to remain vigilant. Hindu Organizations Launch Statewide Protest Against Maharashtra’s Draft Law Hindu organizations in Maharashtra have intensified their opposition to the proposed State Devasthanam Inam Revocation Draft Act 2026.#maharashtra #pune #uddhav_thackeray #bache_khan #pre_monsoon_rain

Maharashtra Approves Action Plan to Prevent Human Wildlife Conflict Forest Minister Ganesh Naik approved a Rs260 crore action plan on Tuesday to mitigate human-wildlife conflict in the state. The initiative, announced during a meeting of the State Wildlife Board’s standing committee chaired by Naik at Mantralaya, includes the deployment of AI-based alert systems in 1,000 villages near forest areas and the establishment of 10 control rooms to monitor wildlife movement and coordinate emergency responses. The measures are set to be implemented immediately to address incidents of attacks on humans and damage to crops. The plan emphasizes the creation of 10 control rooms modeled after police control centers, equipped with advanced digital systems to track forest department vehicles, resources, and patrol teams. These rooms will serve as hubs for real-time monitoring and rapid response during conflicts. Naik highlighted that in the event of a conflict, the control rooms will alert officials and initiate immediate action. AI-based alert systems, which have been tested in select villages, will now be expanded to 1,000 villages adjacent to forest areas. These systems will provide residents with real-time updates on wildlife movement, enabling them to take preventive measures. Additionally, two rescue centers will be established for animals captured during conflicts, while 10 transit treatment centers will be set up to care for injured wildlife. To enhance rescue operations, rapid rescue teams will be formed at 20 locations, and 2,000 primary response teams comprising villagers will be established in forest-fringe communities to assist the forest department.#maharashtra #mantralaya #ganesh_naik #state_wildlife_board #principal_chief_conservation_forests

In 6 Years, Maharashtra Lost 501 Lives to Man-Animal Conflict Man-wildlife conflict in Maharashtra has claimed the lives of 501 people over the past six years, injured nearly 4,000 individuals, and caused widespread devastation to livestock and crops, according to data obtained by Nagpur-based activist Abhay Kolarkar through a Right to Information (RTI) request. The figures, shared by the forest department, highlight a growing crisis affecting tiger corridors and forest-fringe villages. The data reveals a sharp rise in human fatalities, injuries, livestock deaths, and crop damage, underscoring the urgent need for improved mitigation strategies. The RTI response shows a significant increase in human casualties. Fatalities rose from 82 in 2020-21 to a peak of 111 in 2022-23, before declining slightly to 91 in 2025-26. Injuries also surged, with the number of affected individuals jumping from 401 in 2020-21 to 1,312 in 2023-24, a more than threefold increase. This spike suggests either a rise in encounters or improved reporting. The year 2023-24 marked the worst livestock toll on record, with over 7,152 cattle killed and 17,740 injured. Crop damage, meanwhile, escalated dramatically, rising from approximately 35,100 incidents in 2020-21 to over 2.11 lakh in 2023-24—a sixfold increase in three years—before easing slightly to 1.63 lakh in 2024-25 and 61,458 cases in 2025-26. The Maharashtra government has implemented a compensation policy through a Gazette notification in February 2024 to address the crisis. Human fatalities are compensated at Rs25 lakh, permanent disabilities at Rs7.5 lakh, and serious injuries at Rs5 lakh. Cattle deaths are reimbursed at 75% of market value, capped at Rs70,000 per large animal. However, the total compensation disbursed over six years—Rs763.#maharashtra #forest_department #abhay_kolarkar #right_to_information #mahakosh_scheme

मौसम विभाग की चेतावनी- जून-जुलाई में भी हीटवेव चलेगी: मानसून श्रीलंका में अटका, 7 दिन बाद केरलम पहुंचेगा; इस साल 10% कम बारिश का अनुमान मौसम विभाग ने शुक्रवार को घोषणा की कि मानसून श्रीलंका के ऊपर तूफानी हवाओं के कारण केरलम तट से 30-35 किमी दूर अटक गया है और अगले 2-3 दिन में इसके आगे बढ़ने की संभावना नहीं है। इसके बाद तापमान में वृद्धि और बारिश के अभाव के कारण जून-जुलाई में भी हीटवेव चलेगी। मानसून केरलम तट पर सामान्य तारीख 1 जून होती है, लेकिन ताजा अनुमान के मुताबिक यह 7 दिन बाद पहुंचेगा। इससे पहले मौसम विभाग ने 26 मई तक मानसून आने का अनुमान जताया था, जो अब लगभग 10 दिन बाद होगा। मौसम विभाग के अनुमान के अनुसार जून-जुलाई में उत्तर प्रदेश, हरियाणा, पंजाब, बिहार, ओडिशा, छत्तीसगढ़, गुजरात और आंध्र प्रदेश में हीटवेव चलने की संभावना है। आमतौर पर इस दौरान तापमान 30-35 डिग्री रहता है, लेकिन इस बार तापमान 3 डिग्री अधिक रहेगा। इस साल देश में औसतन 78 सेंटीमीटर बारिश का अनुमान है, जो सामान्य से 10% कम है। 1971-2020 के आंकड़ों के आधार पर देश में औसत बारिश 87 सेंटीमीटर होती है। मौसम विभाग ने बताया कि जून में मध्य प्रदेश, उत्तर प्रदेश, बिहार और झारखंड में सामान्य से कम बारिश होगी, जबकि महाराष्ट्र, राजस्थान और गुजरात के कुछ हिस्सों में सामान्य बारिश का अनुमान है। मानसून के कोर जोन में कम बारिश के कारण खेती पर सीधा असर पड़ेगा। इस इलाके में खेती सबसे ज्यादा मानसूनी बारिश पर निर्भर करती है। मध्य प्रदेश, छत्तीसगढ़, महाराष्ट्र का विदर्भ, झारखंड, ओडिशा, तेलंगाना, कुछ हिस्से उत्तर प्रदेश और बिहार के इलाके मानसून के कोर जोन में आते हैं। यहां खेती पर असर पड़ने से किसानों को सीधा नुकसान होगा। मानसून के कोर जोन में कम बारिश के कारण खरीफ सीजन की बुवाई, फसल उत्पादन और कुल कृषि गतिविधियों पर असर पड़ेगा। इससे किसानों की लागत और जोखिम बढ़ सकते हैं। बारिश कम होने से उत्पादन घट सकता है, जिसका असर सप्लाई पर पड़ेगा और इससे सब्जियों, दालों सहित खाने-पीने की चीजों की कीमतें बढ़ सकती हैं। खेती कमजोर रहने पर गांवों में आय कम हो सकती है, जिससे ग्रामीण बाजार मे...#maharashtra #kerala #uttar_pradesh #mawsim_vibhang #shrilanka