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Thackeray family looted Mumbaikars in last 15 yrs: Shinde's son

Thackeray family looted Mumbaikars in last 15 yrs: Shinde's son

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

Shiv Sena leader and Kalyan MP Shrikant Shinde on Sunday launched a scathing attack on former chief minister Uddhav Thackeray and his MLA son Aaditya Thackeray, accusing them of looting Mumbai and pushing the 'Marathi manoos' out of the city in the last 15 years.

ED grills Sharad Pawar's MLA grandnephew for 8 hrs in coop bank case

ED grills Sharad Pawar's MLA grandnephew for 8 hrs in coop bank case

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

Emerging out of the ED grilling in Mumbai, Rohit Pawar denied any wrongdoing and asserted struggle was imminent in fight for ideology while declaring he wasn't scared.

Kirit Somaiya under fire over objectionable video; Fadnavis assures probe

Kirit Somaiya under fire over objectionable video; Fadnavis assures probe

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Kirit Somaiya has come under opposition fire over a purported video of the former MP that showed him in a compromising position, even as Maharashtra deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday promised a detailed probe into the matter.

Who Is Ruling The Box Office At 68?

Who Is Ruling The Box Office At 68?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

Spearheading the ensemble cast of the Marathi film Baipan Bhari Deva, Rohini Hattangadi has hit a 50 at the box office and that too in just 17 days!

'We Need Thousands Of Gandhis Now'

'We Need Thousands Of Gandhis Now'

Rediff.com2 May 2024

'The world needs Gandhi now more than any other time in history.'

Your OTT Entertainment This February

Your OTT Entertainment This February

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

February is a slow month when it comes to original Hindi content on OTT.

RSS's Lack Of Enthusiasm Is Showing

RSS's Lack Of Enthusiasm Is Showing

Rediff.com12 May 2024

According to insiders, their lack of enthusiasm is showing on the ground. There is nothing to suggest that their enthusiasm will return in the final four phases of polling, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Like Akshay's Look As Shivaji? VOTE!

Like Akshay's Look As Shivaji? VOTE!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Vedat Marathe Veer Daudale Saat is set to release on Diwali 2023 in Marathi, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.

'I want to play the villain'

'I want to play the villain'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

'I am a very greedy actor. I want to explore everything.'

Raj raps Airtel for not using Marathi

Raj raps Airtel for not using Marathi

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray on Tuesday asked party workers to remove the 'tail' from mobile service provider Airtel for failing to launch announcements in Marathi.

Remain vigilant, urges India to its citizens in Israel

Remain vigilant, urges India to its citizens in Israel

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

The advisory gave relevant phone numbers in case of emergency and also provided URLs for Israeli Home Front Command and Preparedness brochures.

Ex-Maha CM Ashok Chavan quits Cong, likely to join BJP

Ex-Maha CM Ashok Chavan quits Cong, likely to join BJP

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

In a setback to the Congress ahead of Lok Sabha elections, former Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan on Monday quit the Congress, amid speculation that he is veering towards the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Sena welcomes Marathi norms for taxi permits

Sena welcomes Marathi norms for taxi permits

Rediff.com21 Jan 2010

Shiva Sena on Wednesday welcomed the Maharashtra cabinet's decision to give new taxi permits to only those persons who are well versed in Marathi and have resided in the state for at least 15 years.

Only Mehul Choksi, Nirav Modi, Vijay Mallya left to join BJP, says Saamana

Only Mehul Choksi, Nirav Modi, Vijay Mallya left to join BJP, says Saamana

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Days after Nationalist Congress Party leader Ajit Pawar joined the Maharashtra government, the Shiv Sena (UBT) on Wednesday claimed that only alleged economic offenders Mehul Choksi, Nirav Modi and Vijay Mallya were left to be inducted into the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Sulochanaji Laid To Rest With State Honours

Sulochanaji Laid To Rest With State Honours

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

Sulochana Latkar, known for her unforgettable mother roles in Hindi and Marathi cinema, was cremated with State honours at the Shivaji Park crematorium in north central Mumbai on June 5.

Sunil Raut held for attacking Marathi channel

Sunil Raut held for attacking Marathi channel

Rediff.com24 Nov 2009

Shiv Sena activist Sunil Raut was on Tuesday arrested for allegedly masterminding the attack on the office of Marathi news channel IBN-Lokmat in Mumbai, the police said.

Maha to issue Kunbi caste certificates to eligible Marathas

Maha to issue Kunbi caste certificates to eligible Marathas

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

The decision comes a day after Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said a government-appointed committee scrutinised 1.72 crore old documents (including those of Nizam-era) and among them, 11,530 records were found where Kunbi caste was mentioned.

What Makes Tamannaah Happy

What Makes Tamannaah Happy

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Angira wraps a shoot... Aahana salutes the jawans... Sonal takes a walk in Texas...

Maratha quota: Panel examining Nizam-era documents gets extension till Dec 24

Maratha quota: Panel examining Nizam-era documents gets extension till Dec 24

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

The development comes in the wake of an indefinite hunger strike launched by activist Manoj Jarange in Jalna district on Wednesday to demand reservation for the Maratha community.

TV 18, Lokmat in JV to launch Marathi news channel

TV 18, Lokmat in JV to launch Marathi news channel

Rediff.com14 Jun 2007

The Maharashtra-based Lokmat Group of Newspapers, which owns the Marathi newspaper Lokmat, is in talks with TV 18 Group to launch a Marathi news channel.

'Didi looked after us like a father'

'Didi looked after us like a father'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

'We cannot thank her enough for what she has done for us.'

Go Traditional On Ganeshotsav

Go Traditional On Ganeshotsav

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

Dip your toes in traditional styles as you go pandal hopping.

On 14th day of stir Maratha quota activist stops fluid intake

On 14th day of stir Maratha quota activist stops fluid intake

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Fasting Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange has stopped taking intravenous (IV) fluids and liquid, intensifying his agitation as he on Monday appealed to all political parties in Maharashtra to stand with the community on the reservation issue.

'Sacked' Jet Air staffers taught Marathi lessons

'Sacked' Jet Air staffers taught Marathi lessons

Rediff.com17 Oct 2008

It was a meeting to show solidarity with the laid-off Jet Airways staffers, but MNS chief Raj Thackeray's men turned it into a coaching class for Marathi.

If Kasab can learn Marathi why can't Azmi: MNS

If Kasab can learn Marathi why can't Azmi: MNS

Rediff.com4 Feb 2010

Flagging his stand on the sons-of-soil issue, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray said on Wednesday that if Pakistani terrorist Ajmal Amir Kasab could learn Marathi in a year then why can't Samajwadi Party leader Abu Azmi who has been living in Mumbai for years.

Will Aamir Play 26/11 Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam?

Will Aamir Play 26/11 Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam?

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Ashutosh Gowariker is all set to direct Kantara actor Rishab Shetty in a Hindi-Kannada bi-lingual based on a historical figure.

Amid border row, Maha extends govt scheme to 865 K'taka villages

Amid border row, Maha extends govt scheme to 865 K'taka villages

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

The order said 865 villages from 12 tehsils in Belagavi, Karvar, Kalburgi and Bidar have been included under the Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jan Arogya Yojana.

Take MLA oath in Marathi, or face our fury: MNS

Take MLA oath in Marathi, or face our fury: MNS

Rediff.com2 Nov 2009

Within 10 days of being elected to the state assembly, the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena has already begun to make its presence felt even before entering the House.

'I struck the winning run and became a hero that day'

'I struck the winning run and became a hero that day'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

'We used to get Rs 250 for a Test match, and if the match was over in 4 days, 50 rupees were cut.'

Baipan Bhari Deva Review: Worth A Watch!

Baipan Bhari Deva Review: Worth A Watch!

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

'I was quite taken in by the adept handling of a simple (yet complicated!) subject and had my share of laughs and tears by the time the curtain fell,' observes Nitin Sathe after watching the superhit Baipan Bhari Deva.

'Main aakhri Mughal hoon is film line ka'

'Main aakhri Mughal hoon is film line ka'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

On her 90th birthday on September 8, Ashaji hopes to perform at a live three-hour concert in Dubai.

Amruta's English Break

Amruta's English Break

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

Amruta Khanvilkar makes pretty pictures in her latest travel diaries, as she goes sightseeing in London.

First recipient returns Kunbi certificate: 'Can't feed me and starve my brothers'

First recipient returns Kunbi certificate: 'Can't feed me and starve my brothers'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

A Maratha community member from Dharashiv in Maharashtra, who was the first one to be given the Kunbi caste certificate in the district as part of the ongoing survey exercise, has decided to return the document to the authorities, saying he wants all Marathas in the state to be given this benefit.

Marathi film Tingya sent to the Oscars

Marathi film Tingya sent to the Oscars

Rediff.com23 Sep 2008

The critically acclaimed film lost out to Aamir Khan's Taare Zameen Par, as India's official entry to the 81st Annual Academy Awards in the Foreign Films category. Now, producer Ravi Rai has decided to enter Tingya in the Oscars race independently.

Shiv Sena, MNS rake up 'Marathi Manoos' cause again

Shiv Sena, MNS rake up 'Marathi Manoos' cause again

Rediff.com8 Mar 2013

The trigger is UPSC's new exam pattern, entrance exams in PSU banks and undertakings, says Sanjay Jog

If Gujaratis left Mumbai...: Maha Guv's remark sparks major row

If Gujaratis left Mumbai...: Maha Guv's remark sparks major row

Rediff.com30 Jul 2022

As his statement made during an event on Friday evening kicked up a row with political parties objecting to it, the Governor on Saturday said his comments were 'misconstrued', and also made it clear that he had 'no intention of belittling the hard work of the Marathi-speaking people in the progress and development of Maharashtra'.

Your OTT Planner For Diwali Hols

Your OTT Planner For Diwali Hols

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Sukanya Verma gives you options from all the action promised on OTT this week.

Shinde Sena's Hingoli, Nashik MPs resign over Maratha quota demand

Shinde Sena's Hingoli, Nashik MPs resign over Maratha quota demand

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Hingoli MP Hemant Patil submitted his resignation to the Lok Sabha secretariat in New Delhi on Monday, while Nashik MP Hemant Godse sent his resignation letter to CM Shinde.

One year after split, 2 Shiv Senas to mark foundation day

One year after split, 2 Shiv Senas to mark foundation day

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

While the Shinde-led Shiv Sena will organise its event at NESCO ground in Goregaon in northwest Mumbai, the Shiv Sena-UBT will hold its event in Shanmukhanand Hall at Sion in central Mumbai.