Devendra Fadnavis: News
Devendra Gangadharrao Fadnavis, born on July 22, 1970, in Nagpur, Maharashtra, is a former Chief Minister of Maharashtra. He belongs to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and is a member of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly from Nagpur South West. Fadnavis has a law degree from Government Law College, Nagpur, and a post-graduate degree in business management as well as a project management diploma from the German Foundation for International Development, Berlin. Politically active from a young age, he was a member of the BJP-affiliated student organization, Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), where he is said to have contributed greatly towards the party's efforts and ideologies. In 1992, at the age of 22, Fadnavis became the youngest Corporator of Nagpur, thereby cementing his position in local politics. He was appointed as the President of BJP's Maharashtra unit in 2013, and he eventually led the party to victory in the 2014 Assembly elections, thereby becoming the second-youngest Chief Minister of the state at 44. Following the 2019 Assembly elections, he formed a government with Nationalist Congress Party's (NCP) Ajit Pawar that only lasted for a few days. Uddhav Thackeray of Shiv Sena succeeded him as Maharashtra's Chief Minister in November 2019.
Video shows Sena MLA with cash-filled-luggage day after tax notice
A massive row had erupted in Maharashtra after Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut shared a video of Shinde Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat, showing him sitting with luggage allegedly full of cash at his home.
Who's Sanjay Gaikwad? Shinde Sena MLA who slapped canteen staffer
Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad from the Eknath Shinde faction is back in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons.
Thane students made to strip for menstruation check; principal arrested
In a shocking incident, the principal and a staff member of a private school in Thane district, Maharashtra, were arrested for allegedly stripping girl students to check if they were menstruating.
License of Maharashtra canteen, where MLA slapped, punched staff, suspended
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the license of a canteen after an incident where a Shiv Sena MLA assaulted a staffer over stale food.
'Unacceptable': CM Fadnavis after Sena MLA slaps, punches canteen staff
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has condemned Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad's actions after a video of him assaulting canteen staff went viral.
Uddhav, Raj Thackeray share stage after 20 years
Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray and his estranged cousin, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray, shared a stage for the first time in nearly 20 years.
Maharashtra Congress MLA says 'Modi not farmers' father;' gets suspended
Maharashtra Congress MLA Nana Patole was suspended from the state Assembly for a day on Tuesday after his controversial remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Maharashtra withdraws orders to make Hindi third language in schools
The Maharashtra government has withdrawn its controversial decision to introduce Hindi as a third language in primary schools.
One Constitution suited for country: CJI Gavai on Article 370
Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai on Saturday said that Dr BR Ambedkar envisioned a unified Constitution for India and never supported separate state constitutions.
Grateful: Rupali Ganguly pens emotional note after 'Anupamaa' set fire
Rupali Ganguly, the lead actor of the popular TV show Anupamaa, has issued a statement after a fire broke out on its sets.
'₹5,000/meal on silver plates': Cash-strapped Maharashtra government event sparks row
A recent event organized by the Maharashtra government has sparked a controversy after it was alleged that guests were served expensive meals on silver plates.
Pune: Pedestrian bridge collapses, 2 dead, several feared drowned
A pedestrian bridge over the Indrayani River in Pune's Dehu area collapsed on Sunday afternoon, leading to several people being swept away by the river's current.
'Accept ground realities...': Fadnavis on Rahul's Maharashtra polls rigging claims
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his allegations of rigging in the 2024 Maharashtra assembly elections.
Wankhede Stadium honors Rohit Sharma with dedicated stand: Complete details
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has named a stand at the Wankhede Stadium after Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma.
This Maharashtra expressway will soon become a zero fatality corridor
The Maharashtra government has partnered with Mercedes-Benz India and the SaveLIFE Foundation to launch an ambitious "Zero Fatality Corridor" (ZFC) project on the 701km long Samruddhi Mahamarg.
Mumbai Police receive email warning of bomb blasts; probe underway
The Maharashtra Police Control Room has received an anonymous email alerting about possible blasts in the next two days.
Abhishek Agarwal-Vikram Reddy plan world's largest movie screen in Nagpur
In a historic announcement, producers Abhishek Agarwal (Abhishek Agarwal Arts) and Vikram Reddy (UV Creations) have revealed their plans to build the world's largest movie screen in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
CM Devendra Fadnavis dismisses reports of 107 missing Pakistanis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has dismissed allegations of 107 Pakistani citizens going missing. He termed the reports baseless and requested people not to circulate such false news.
Amid Raj, Uddhav Thackeray reunion hint, 'zero' formula jibe
Maharashtra's Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray are hinting at a possible reunion after decades, in a significant political development.
Called 'dirty' for eating non-veg, Marathis, Gujaratis clash in Mumbai
An argument broke out between the Gujarati and Marathi populations in a Mumbai apartment complex after a resident allegedly called Marathis "dirty" for eating "fish and meat."
Mumbai water tanker association ends strike after meeting BMC chief
The Mumbai Water Tanker Association (MWTA) has called off its indefinite strike after four days, bringing relief to residents.
Shah pays tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Raigad Fort
Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tributes to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his 345th death anniversary at Raigad Fort. The event also celebrated the centenary of the renovation of Shivaji's mausoleum.
Shinde will now vet all Maharashtra files before reaching CM
In a major revamp of its administrative process, the Maharashtra government has decided that all official documents will now be routed through Deputy CM Eknath Shinde before they reach CM Devendra Fadnavis.
'Buy liver, kidney for ₹60,000': Farmer protests against Maharashtra government
In a one-of-a-kind protest against the Maharashtra government's failure to keep its promise of waiving farmers' loans, a farmer has taken to the streets to announce that he is selling his organs to repay them.
Maharashtra, Microsoft partner to establish AI centers in 3 cities
Maharashtra government has partnered with tech giant Microsoft to set up three Artificial Intelligence (AI) Centers of Excellence in Nagpur, Mumbai, and Pune.
Kunal Kamra summoned by Mumbai police over Eknath Shinde joke
The Mumbai police have summoned comedian Kunal Kamra for making a joke against Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
Kunal Kamra row: Maharashtra Congress chief likens Mahayuti to 'Taliban'
Maharashtra Congress President Harshvardhan Sapkal has made a controversial comparison between the state's ruling party and the Taliban.
Why some are unhappy over dog statue near Shivaji's memorial
A fresh controversy has hit the memorial of dog Waghya at the historic Raigad Fort.
Jaya Bachchan questions 'freedom of speech' amid Kunal Kamra's controversy
Samajwadi Party MP and veteran actor Jaya Bachchan has publicly defended stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra amid the raging row over his latest comments.
Civic body bulldozes house of Nagpur violence mastermind
Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has swung into action against Fahim Khan, prime accused in the recent Nagpur violence.
Nagpur violence linked to Bangladesh: Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam
Shiv Sena's Sanjay Nirupam has alleged that the violence in Nagpur on March 17 was premeditated and linked to people from Bangladesh.
Vicky's 'Chhaava' crosses ₹570cr amid controversy, on track for ₹600cr
Vicky Kaushal's historical drama, Chhaava, continues to shine at the Indian box office, crossing the ₹570 crore mark on its 34th day.
Nagpur violence: Woman cop molested, obscene gestures made at others
An FIR has been lodged against a group of rioters in Nagpur's recent unrest for allegedly molesting a woman cop.
'Even US didn't allow Osama's burial...': Shinde questions Aurangzeb's glorification
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde has strongly opposed the glorification of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.
Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' blamed for Nagpur violence; fans defend actor
Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal is in hot waters as his film Chhaava allegedly incited violence in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
'Chhaava' ignited people's anger for Aurangzeb: Fadnavis on Nagpur violence
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said that the Vicky Kaushal-starrer film, 'Chhaava,' fueled the anger in people for Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.
Nagpur violence over Aurangzeb's tomb was premeditated, claims BJP leader
Over 30 people were injured in violent clashes in Nagpur on Monday evening.
Maharashtra MPSC exams will be held in Marathi: CM Fadnavis
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis has declared that all competitive exams by the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) will henceforth be in Marathi.
Minister Dhananjay Munde resigns after aide's arrest in murder case
Maharashtra Minister Dhananjay Munde resigned from his post after his close aide Walmik Karad was arrested. Karad is accused of murdering Santosh Deshmukh, a village head from Beed district.
4, including 3 minors, held for harassing Union minister's daughter
The Maharashtra Police has arrested four people, including three minors, for harassing Union Minister Raksha Khadse's daughter.
Union Minister Raksha Khadse's daughter harassed in Jalgaon
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Raksha Khadse, has filed a police complaint after her daughter was allegedly harassed.
Comatose Indian student's family gets US visa after government's intervention
The family of critically injured Indian student in the United States, Nilam Shinde, has finally been issued urgent visas to meet her.
Case against Wikipedia editors over controversial content on Sambhaji Maharaj
The Maharashtra Cyber Cell has filed a case against four to five Wikipedia editors for not removing alleged historical facts about Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, India Today reported.
Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' is now tax-free in Madhya Pradesh
The historical action film Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, and Akshaye Khanna, has been made tax-free in Madhya Pradesh.
Karan Johar lauds Vicky Kaushal, calls him 'Chhaava's 'soul'
The historical drama Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal and Akshaye Khanna, has been receiving rave reviews for its gripping story and brilliant performances.
'No cold war with Fadnavis': Shinde refutes reports of rift
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has dismissed claims of a rift in the Mahayuti alliance, which includes Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and Shiv Sena.
Mumbai Dabbawala Association seeks tax-free status for 'Chhaava'
The Mumbai Dabbawala Association has requested Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to declare Vicky Kaushal's latest film, Chhaava, tax-free.
Maharashtra CM wants Wikipedia to correct 'inaccuracies' about Chhatrapati Sambhaji
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered the state's cyber police to coordinate with Wikipedia over "objectionable" content pertaining to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.
'India's Got Latent' controversy: Comedian Samay Raina's Gujarat shows canceled
The ongoing controversy over the YouTube show India's Got Latent has resulted in the cancelation of comedian and YouTuber Samay Raina's upcoming performances in Gujarat.
YouTuber offers ₹5L for bringing him Ranveer Allahbadia's 'tongue'
Ranveer Allahbadia is receiving intense backlash for his crass comments on Samay Raina's show India's Got Latent. The remarks have sparked public outrage and possible legal action.
B Praak cancels podcast appearance over Ranveer Allahbadia's 'sex' remarks
YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia aka BeerBiceps is facing intense backlash over controversial remarks made on India's Got Latent.
Ranveer Allahbadia loses 2M subscribers amid 'Latent' show controversy
Ranveer Allahbadia, the popular YouTuber behind BeerBiceps, has been dealt a major backlash after a controversial incident on Samay Raina's show India's Got Latent.
'Comedy isn't my forte': Ranveer Allahbadia apologizes for controversial joke
Popular YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia aka BeerBiceps has publicly apologized after facing severe backlash for his lewd remarks on the comedy show India's Got Latent.
Dia Mirza urges Maharashtra CM to address air pollution crisis
Dia Mirza, a celebrated actor and United Nations goodwill ambassador for the Environment Programme, has made a public appeal to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
'Tea seller started fire rumor': Eyewitness recounts Jalgaon train tragedy
A tragic incident occurred in Maharashtra's Jalgaon district on Wednesday when 13 people were killed after jumping off the Pushpak Express on hearing a false fire alarm.
'Mumbai safest mega city': Fadnavis after Saif Ali Khan stabbing
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was attacked by an intruder at his Mumbai residence early Thursday morning.
Maharashtra CM to attend special screening of Kangana's 'Emergency' tomorrow
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will reportedly attend a special screening of the much-anticipated Bollywood film Emergency on Thursday in Mumbai.