Maharashtra government
Coverage of Maharashtra government in the Nexus archive.
- Maharashtra govt. bans analogue paneer for one year, cites food safety norm violations
The Maharashtra government has banned analogue paneer for one year due to violations of food safety norms. Offenders could face life imprisonment and a fine of up to ₹10 lakh.
- Bombay HC asks Maharashtra govt. to give details of FDA inspections at State-run canteens, eating places
The Bombay High Court has requested the Maharashtra government to provide details of FDA inspections at state-run canteens and eating places. The FDA, led by Food Safety Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe, is conducting a crackdown on food operators violating safety standards.
- Maharashtra government decides to withdraw FIRs against protesters; police continue investigation
The Maharashtra government has decided to withdraw FIRs against protesters, while the police continue their investigation into the matter. The move highlights a separation between administrative and law enforcement actions in the case.
- Kannada organisations urge State to object Maharashtra govt.’s plan to build new reservoir in Kolhapur district
Kannada organisations have urged the state government to object to Maharashtra's plan to construct a new reservoir in Kolhapur district. The initiative involves inter-state coordination and environmental concerns.
- Maharashtra panel to study ST benefits after Christian conversion allegations
A Maharashtra government panel will investigate the benefits for Scheduled Tribes following allegations that Christian religious leaders, missionaries, and institutions in Navapur taluka used inducements to compel conversions.
- Maharashtra government duped women under Ladki Bahin scheme: Congress
Congress accuses the Maharashtra government of misleading women under the Ladki Bahin scheme, citing a CAG report that highlights the scheme's implementation despite sustainability concerns raised by the State finance department.
- Show same concern for rain-hit farmers as traffic jams: Onion growers tell Maharashtra government
The Maharashtra State Onion Growers' Association president, Bharat Dighole, criticized the government for showing more concern over traffic jams than the financial losses faced by farmers due to recurring natural calamities and falling crop prices.
- Supreme Court pulls up Maharashtra govt. over ‘disturbing’ delays in criminal trials
The Supreme Court has reprimanded the Maharashtra government for 'disturbing' delays in criminal trials. The court ordered the government to submit an affidavit detailing reasons for prolonged trial pendencies and whether it has a policy to prevent accused persons from remaining in custody due to institutional limitations.
- Maharashtra government orders probe into church lands
The Maharashtra government has ordered a review of land records linked to Christian missions in the state. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule announced this during a session of the Legislative Assembly.
- Maharashtra government to set up STF to regulate activities of sonography, IVF centres
The Maharashtra government plans to establish a Special Task Force (STF) to regulate sonography and IVF centers. A new law will be introduced by the next State Assembly session to govern the functioning of these centers, as announced by the Maharashtra Health Minister.
- RTI Under Threat? Why Anna Hazare is fighting Maharashtra’s new rules | Pulse Maharashtra
The Maharashtra government amended the Maharashtra Right to Information Rules, 2026, which has been criticized by social activists. Anna Hazare is opposing these changes.
- Maharashtra Govt to set up medical cyclotron project in Nagpur to elevate cancer research
The Maharashtra Government plans to establish a medical cyclotron project in Nagpur to enhance cancer research by ensuring local availability of radioisotopes needed for PET-CT and Nuclear Medicine services.
- Maharashtra govt. considering 'single parent child' category in college admission forms: Minister
The Maharashtra government is considering introducing a 'single parent child' category in college admission forms. Minister Chandrakant Patil highlighted the absence of a system to record children of single mothers in higher education and has directed colleges to establish an accurate mechanism.
- Maharashtra govt takes cognisance of aggregated cab drivers arm-twisting customers for tips
The Maharashtra government has taken notice of aggregated cab drivers demanding additional tips or extra payments from customers, canceling trips if such payments are not made, according to officials.