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Technology10 Aug, 07:35

Trainer aircraft skids off runway at Baramati airfield

A private trainer aircraft operated by Carver Aviation skidded off the runway while landing at the Baramati airfield in Pune district, Maharashtra, on Sunday. The Cessna 172 aircraft, carrying a captain and a cadet, went off the runway during a training exercise around 12:30 pm. No casualties or serious injuries were reported, and the aircraft sustained only minor damage. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine if the incident was caused by a technical malfunction or other factors.

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Health7 Aug, 10:14

Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra resident doctors to end strike over homeopathy policy

Resident doctors in Maharashtra have ended an indefinite strike following an intervention by the Bombay High Court. The protest was initiated by medical associations opposing a state government decision that allows homeopathy practitioners to register with the Maharashtra Medical Council and prescribe allopathic medicines after completing a specific course. The strike caused significant disruptions to healthcare services across the state, including the suspension of outpatient and essential services in private hospitals.

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Politics13 Aug, 14:16

Maharashtra mandates Marathi language proficiency for commercial vehicle drivers

The Maharashtra government has announced that commercial passenger vehicle drivers, including those operating auto-rickshaws, taxis, and app-based cabs, must possess a working knowledge of the Marathi language. The new requirement, which applies to both drivers and permit holders, is set to be enforced starting August 15. Authorities have indicated that failure to comply with the language mandate could result in penalties, including the suspension or revocation of driving licences and vehicle permits.

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Politics11 Aug, 04:18

NCP (SP) MPs meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss Maharashtra issues

A delegation of eight Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar) Lok Sabha members, led by Supriya Sule, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Monday. The MPs discussed various concerns affecting Maharashtra, including drought conditions, agricultural debt relief, onion prices, and river pollution. The delegation also submitted requests for the Bharat Ratna to be awarded to several social reformers and proposed naming the Navi Mumbai airport after former minister D.Y. Patil.

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Crime & Justice8 Aug, 19:36

Bombay High Court grants bail to Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre in assault case

The Bombay High Court has granted bail to Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre and four others in connection with an assault on doctors at a hospital in Thane. Following the court order, Mhatre was released from Adharwadi Jail on Saturday. The court has mandated an expedited trial and imposed specific conditions on the accused, including a requirement to remain outside of Maharashtra until the chargesheet is filed.

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