News for '-maharashtra-state-commission'

Want To Replace A 'Defective' Vehicle?

Want To Replace A 'Defective' Vehicle?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Any defect identified by the expert would have to be rectified within one month, failing which compensation of 5,000 per day would be payable.

Maha BJP MLA in a soup as women's panel steps in over actor Prajakta remarks

Maha BJP MLA in a soup as women's panel steps in over actor Prajakta remarks

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

The Maharashtra State Commission for Women has directed Mumbai Police to take immediate action on a complaint filed by actor Prajakta Mali against MLA Suresh Dhas for making inappropriate remarks about her. Mali alleged that Dhas' comments impacted her personal and social life and led to defamatory content being circulated online. The commission has instructed the Mumbai Police Commissioner to submit a factual report on the matter. Dhas has stated that he is ready to face any consequences regarding the issue and has emphasized the need to focus on the Santosh Deshmukh murder case and crime in Beed district.

Maha transfers Rs 17,505 cr to 2.38 cr women under Ladki Bahin scheme

Maha transfers Rs 17,505 cr to 2.38 cr women under Ladki Bahin scheme

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

The Maharashtra government has transferred Rs 17,505.90 crore into the bank accounts of 2.38 crore women beneficiaries under its Ladki Bahin Yojana till December 2024, in the first five months after the scheme was launched. The scheme, launched in August 2024, provides financial assistance of Rs 1,500 per month to eligible women. The objective of the scheme is to promote employment and economic development by providing adequate facilities to women and girls in the age group 21 to 65 years. The scheme aims to promote the empowerment of women and girls and improve the health and nutritional status of women and children dependent on them.

Buyers Entitled To Market Value On Flat Resale

Buyers Entitled To Market Value On Flat Resale

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

The National Commission condemned the builder for creating third-party rights during litigation, thereby depriving the buyer of a permanent roof over his head, points out Jehangir B Gai.

Child rights body accuses Badlapur school of covering up sexual assault

Child rights body accuses Badlapur school of covering up sexual assault

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

The Badlapur school, where two young girls were allegedly sexually abused, preferred to cover up the crime instead of helping their parents file a police complaint, said Susieben Shah, chairperson of Maharashtra State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, on Wednesday.

Sharad Pawar's old video surfaces as Ajit seeks votes for wife

Sharad Pawar's old video surfaces as Ajit seeks votes for wife

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

This video is being viewed as the NCP-SP party's response to the appeal made by the rival camp's head and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar to vote for the name 'Pawar' in Baramati in the upcoming general elections.

70 women go missing from Maharashtra every day, says Uddhav Sena leader

70 women go missing from Maharashtra every day, says Uddhav Sena leader

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Leader of Opposition in the Maharashtra Legislative Council Ambadas Danve has claimed that 70 women/girls go missing from the state every day and has asked the government to take steps for the safety and security of women.

Yoga guru Ramdev apologises for remark against women

Yoga guru Ramdev apologises for remark against women

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Ramdev said the women can look good in anything, saree, salwar kameez or "even when they wear nothing".

Disha Salian's parents demand action against politicians

Disha Salian's parents demand action against politicians

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

The Salians have stated that they will not be able to survive in the society with respect if such false news was spread on news channels, and hence, they demanded action against concern people.

Property documentation onus lies on builder

Property documentation onus lies on builder

Rediff.com6 May 2019

The law does not permit a builder to handover possession under any situation, not even for 'fitout' unless the building completion certificate is obtained, points out Jehangir B Gai.

Mumbai man, who molested Zaira Wasim on board flight, arrested

Mumbai man, who molested Zaira Wasim on board flight, arrested

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

The 39-year-old Vikas Sachdev kept nudging Zaira Wasim's shoulder and continued to move his foot up and down her back and neck during the two hour flight.

FB post: Lawyer moves women's commission in girls' support

FB post: Lawyer moves women's commission in girls' support

Rediff.com20 Nov 2012

Eminent lawyer Abha Singh on Tuesday filed a complaint before Maharashtra State Commission for Women, alleging human rights violation in the arrest of two girls who wrote comments on Facebook in regard to shutdown in the city for the funeral of Shiv Sena Chief Bal Thackeray.

Obtaining justice via consumer courts is difficult

Obtaining justice via consumer courts is difficult

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

'Some cases do not get a single hearing for 6 to 8 months, while some have been pending for as long as 8 years.'

Builders can't end deals if their demands aren't met

Builders can't end deals if their demands aren't met

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

Apartment buyers are often put in a tight spot by developers who demand more money after initial payments.

Can insurance firms reject late claims?

Can insurance firms reject late claims?

Rediff.com12 May 2011

Insurance policies stipulate a time frame for lodging a claim after the incident of loss.

Salman not apologetic over rape remark: NCW chief

Salman not apologetic over rape remark: NCW chief

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

Bollywood actor Salman Khan is "not apologetic" over his rape remark in his reply to the National Commission for Women, its Chairperson Lalitha Kumaramangalam said on Wednesday, noting the panel is looking into it.

Husband had accidentally touched actor, claims wife of Zaira's 'molester'

Husband had accidentally touched actor, claims wife of Zaira's 'molester'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

Sachdev's wife Divya said that before deboarding, her husband had "apologised" to the teenager to which she said it was "okay".

Doctor accused of abetting junior colleague's suicide arrested

Doctor accused of abetting junior colleague's suicide arrested

Rediff.com28 May 2019

The three doctors said in their bail plea they were not even aware of the victim's caste.

Feeling stressed in lockdown? Here's a free helpline

Feeling stressed in lockdown? Here's a free helpline

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

Functioning from 8 am to 8 pm, it deals only with mental stress

Rape remark: Salman ignores NCW summons

Rape remark: Salman ignores NCW summons

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan on Friday failed to appear before National Commission for Women, defying the summons sent by the women's panel over his rape remark.

NCP's Dhananjay Munde booked for remarks on Pankaja

NCP's Dhananjay Munde booked for remarks on Pankaja

Rediff.com20 Oct 2019

Under flak, Munde said the video clip, in which he was purportedly heard making the comments against Pankaja, was edited and fake. He claimed that his remarks were "distorted" to project him as a "villain" by his rivals to win elections.

Dangal actor Zaira Wasim molested on Mumbai-Delhi Vistara flight

Dangal actor Zaira Wasim molested on Mumbai-Delhi Vistara flight

Rediff.com10 Dec 2017

The Dangal actor alleged, in an Instagram video, that a middle-aged man sitting behind her on the flight tried to molest her.

Salman's rape remark: Women's panel not to defer hearing date

Salman's rape remark: Women's panel not to defer hearing date

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

The Maharashtra State Commission for Women, which has asked Salman Khan to appear before it on Thursday over his rape remarks, on Wednesday said it would not issue a fresh date in the matter.

Rape remark: NCW summons Salman Khan on July 8

Rape remark: NCW summons Salman Khan on July 8

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

Not satisfied with the written reply from Salman Khan, the National Commission for Women on Thursday summoned the Bollywood actor to appear before it on July 8 in connection with his controversial "rape" remarks.

Rape remark: MSCW issues third summons to Salman

Rape remark: MSCW issues third summons to Salman

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

The Maharashtra State Commission for Women on Thursday issued fresh summons against Bollywood superstar Salman Khan after he failed to appear before it on Thursday for the second time to clarify his rape remarks.

Mediclaim rejected on assumptions? Fight it out

Mediclaim rejected on assumptions? Fight it out

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

Treatment of duodenal ulcer perforation was covered under the policy. The insurance claim ought to have been paid, yet it was rejected.

He fought a bank and got back Rs 14 lakh

He fought a bank and got back Rs 14 lakh

Rediff.com9 Sep 2017

Thomas Ninad's bank account was defrauded of Rs 14 lakh under mysterious circumstances.

Under-12 kids banned from taking part in 'Dahi Handi'

Under-12 kids banned from taking part in 'Dahi Handi'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2014

Children under 12 years of age will no longer be allowed to take part in formation of human pyramids during 'Dahi Handi' celebrations, which are integral part of Janmashtami festivities in Maharashtra.

Jaitley, Prasad, scribe Kumar Ketkar file nominations for RS polls

Jaitley, Prasad, scribe Kumar Ketkar file nominations for RS polls

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

Biennial elections are being held for 58 Rajya Sabha seats across several states and by-poll for one in Kerala.

Under-12 kids banned from taking part in Dahi Handi, rules Supreme Court

Under-12 kids banned from taking part in Dahi Handi, rules Supreme Court

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

No child below the age of 12 years will be permitted to participate in forming human pyramids during the popular Dahi Handi festival, the Supreme Court directed on Thursday while keeping on hold a Bombay high court order, which barred participation of children under 18.