Do you know what the stars hold for you in terms of love life, career, business and personal wellness today? Well, read on to know your astrological predictions as per your zodiac sign for May 23. Aries March 21 – April 20Reality is steeped in practicality, and idealism has its head in the clouds; so be sure where you are headed. Cosmic tip: Take your time while getting to know the new person in your life. Taurus April 21 – May 20Opposing forces may try to browbeat you (they have no idea about Taureans’ strong will power and motivation).Cosmic tip: Speak only half of what you want to say. Sometimes, little goes a long way. GeminiMay 21 – June 21Having a self-restrictive mind-set keeps you from realizing full potential in several areas of life; this may be due to memories of a past lifetime. Cosmic tip: Have faith, not fearing the unknown. Cancer June 22 – July 23Career/ business involves more work and longer working hours. Seek practical advice from someone older.Cosmic tip: Don’t allow yourself to be dazzled by a golden sheen that is just temporary polish to attract. Leo July 24 - Aug 23This financial independence is a measure of your capabilities and you thoroughly deserve it. A meeting is nothing great. Money owed comes in.Cosmic tip: Don’t allow anyone to chip away at your self-esteem. Virgo Aug 24 – Sept 23Finding a job if seeking employment is revealed (be prepared to accept slightly lower remuneration). Cosmic tip: Take up a relaxing hobby that not only builds neurons in the brain but is enjoyable too. Libra Sept 24 – Oct 22A change in the job profile was quite unexpected, but this is a positive change. There’s slight shift in karmic energies as life changes a path. Cosmic tip: Make sure family doesn’t feel neglected. Scorpio Oct 23 – Nov 22A raise in salary is revealed for some. Re-evaluate business/ career to set goals for two years hence. Get enough sleep.Cosmic tip: Take people at face value; though most people have an agenda. Sagittarius Nov 23 – Dec 22Buying property is a decision taken; though when you will go ahead has not been decided. An anxiously unsure period ends rather dramatically. Cosmic tip: Be outspoken to resolve an issue at work. Capricorn Dec 23 – Jan 20Present moment awareness is important if you want to have some talks; negotiations move ahead favourably. Hold onto clauses you want included.Cosmic tip: Enjoy a celebration, forgetting about work for a change. Aquarius Jan 21 – Feb 19Remain focused, keeping team spirit motivated to complete the project on time today. A new relationship has potential, but takes time to evolve. Do remember to have lunch.Cosmic tip: Enjoy this unexpected gift. Pisces Feb 20 – March 20Buying a holiday home is a consideration, but hesitate, since you don’t know how often you will be able to go there. Cosmic tip: Don’t confuse issues. Focus on one area of emotional identification.
23 May,2025 02:07 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirley BoseThe India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday issued a 'red alert' for Raigad and Ratnagiri districts in Maharashtra, predicting heavy rains on May 23. The weather department issued an 'orange alert' for several districts in the state for the next few days and predicted extremely heavy to very heavy rainfall. A red alert forecasts the likelihood of extremely heavy rainfall. An orange alert was issued by the IMD for Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Sindhudurg as well as ghats of Pune and Satara on May 23, predicting heavy to very heavy rains accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds. "Heavy to very heavy rainfall and thunderstorm with lightning and gusty winds (50-60 kmph) at isolated places was very likely on May 23", the IMD said. According to the weather department, a low-pressure system over east-central Arabian Sea off the coast of south Konkan and Goa. It is likely to intensify and bring intense showers across Konkan and other parts of Maharashtra, the IMD has predicted. The Mumbai Regional Meteorological Centre official Shubhangi Bhute said, "The low-pressure area will further intensify within 36 hours and move northwards." IMD Mumbai officials had earlier stated that rainfall intensity in Mumbai and nearby regions, including south Konkan and south-central Maharashtra, is expected to increase between May 21 and 24. हवामान अद्यतन - प्रादेशिक हवामान केंद्र, मुंबई pic.twitter.com/pBXSNXU2kO — Regional Meteorological Center,Mumbai (@RMC_Mumbai) May 22, 2025 Following the weather alert, Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis had on Tuesday urged the fishermen to stay alert sighting IMD's rough weather warning for the next four days. In a post on X, CM Fadnavis wrote, "The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of a possible low-pressure area forming over the east-central Arabian Sea near the Maharashtra and Goa coasts starting 21 May. It may intensify and move northward by 24 May, leading to rough sea conditions, especially near the western coastline." He stated that while it is not expected to directly threaten the Maharashtra coast, strong winds and rough seas are likely to impact areas near Raigad, Ratnagiri, Mumbai, and Palghar districts in Maharashtra between May 22 and May 24. Meanwhile, parts of Mumbai continued to witness light rains on Thursday evening. The city has also experienced showers on Tuesday and Wednesday night.
22 May,2025 11:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAs Maharashtra gears up for monsoon, in preparation for possible natural disasters during Maharashtra rains, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has instructed that disaster control rooms across Maharashtra be kept fully operational and on standby. The directive was issued during the monsoon preparedness review meeting, an official statement said on Thursday. It said that to ensure that citizens can contact the authorities during emergencies a list of contact numbers was being issued. Director of the Disaster Management Department, Satishkumar Khadke released the contact numbers of the State Emergency Operations Centre (Mantralaya, Mumbai), District Disaster Management Control Rooms, Municipal Corporation Control Rooms, and Railway Control Rooms, it said. As Maharashtra prepares for the upcoming monsoon season, a list of contact numbers for various state-level, district-level, municipal, and railway control rooms was issued by the state government. State emergency operation centre numbers- Disaster Management Centre: 9321587143 Landlines: 022-22022790 / 22794229 / 22023039 Emergency Helpline: 1070 Email: controlroom@maharashtra.gov.in District Disaster Management Control Room Numbers: Mumbai City: 022-22664232 Mumbai Suburban: 022-69403344 Thane: 022-25301740 / 9372338827 Palghar: 02525-297474 / 252020 Raigad: 02141-222097 Ratnagiri: 02352-222233 / 226248 Sindhudurg: 02362-228847 Nashik: 0253-2317151 Pune: 020-26123371 Solapur: 0217-2731012 Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar): 0240-2331077 Nagpur: 0712-2562668 Amravati: 0721-2662025 Municipal Corporation Control Room Numbers: Mumbai (BMC): 022-22694725 / 22704403 / 1916 / 9833806409 Thane: 022-25371010 / 8657887101 / 7506946155 Navi Mumbai: 022-27567281 Kalyan: 0251-2211373 Pune: 020-25506800 / 01 / 02 / 03 Nagpur: 0712-2551866 / 7030972200 Aurangabad: 0240-155304 Amravati: 0721-2576426 Railway Emergency Control Room Coordinators: Konkan Railway (Belapur HQ Control Room): 9004447199 Western Railway (Deputy Punctuality Officer): 9004499099 Central Railway (Safety Counsellor – Disaster Management): 8828110050 The India Meteorological Department (IMD) stated that the southwest monsoon is likely to reach Kerala in the next four-five days, much earlier than the usual date of June 1. The conditions are likely to become favourable for the further advance of southwest monsoon over some more parts of South Arabian Sea, remaining parts of Maldives and Comorin area, some parts of Lakshadweep area, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, South and Central Bay of Bengal, Northeast Bay of Bengal and some parts of Northeastern states during the same period, IMD said. As per the weather department’s earlier forecast, the monsoon onset over Kerala was expected by May 27. If the monsoon arrives in Kerala as expected, it will be the earliest onset over the Indian mainland since 2009, when it was recorded on May 23, according to IMD data.
22 May,2025 10:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has proposed the formation of a Fare Fixation Committee (FFC) for Mumbai Metro Lines 2A and 7, an official statement said on Thursday. It said, "In a move aligned with statutory provisions, the MMRDA has proposed the constitution of a Fare Fixation Committee under Section 33 and 34 (I) of the Metro Railways (Operations and Maintenance) Act, 2002." The step pertains specifically to Mumbai Metro Lines 2A and 7, currently operated by Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited (MMMOCL), it said. The committee will be responsible for reviewing and recommending fare structures for passengers using these metro lines. This step is being taken to ensure that fare decisions are made in a transparent and lawful manner, and does not mean there will be an immediate fare change, the MMRDA said. Metro Lines 2A and 7, which began operations on 2 April 2022, are currently managed by the Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited (MMMOCL). With a weekday ridership of around 2.65 lakh passengers, these metro lines are a crucial part of Mumbai’s public transport network. "The proposal, approved by the Authority, is an initiative for the compliance measure as mandated by the O&M Act. Section 34 clearly states that the Central Government may constitute a Fare Fixation Committee from time to time to recommend fare frameworks, ensuring a transparent and legally guided fare governance structure. As per the Act, the initial fares for Metro Lines 2A and 7 were determined by the Metro Railway Administration at the time of commencement of operations, which began on 2nd April 2022," the MMRDA said. It said that MMRDA, under the leadership of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister and MMRDA Chairman Eknath Shinde, remains committed to operational transparency and compliance with legal frameworks. The statement further stated that the proposal, sent to the Government of India, seeks only the formation of this committee, which-once constituted-will review the existing structure and recommend frameworks as per statutory norms. The formation of the FFC is a required governance mechanism and does not automatically imply any fare revision or adjustment, it said. "The proposal to constitute a Fare Fixation Committee is a statutory requirement under the Metro Railways (Operations and Maintenance) Act, 2002. It is not intended to suggest any immediate fare revision, but to ensure that our processes remain transparent, legally compliant, and in line with established governance frameworks. The Committee, once formed, will enable a structured and independent review mechanism as envisaged by law, reinforcing our commitment to accountable public transport administration," MMRDA said.
22 May,2025 08:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Thursday said that the water supply in parts of Mumbai will be affected on May 28 due to maintenance work. The Mumbai civic body said that there would be a 15 per cent water cut in the city and eastern suburbs on 28th May 2025, due to maintenance work at the Panjrapur pumping station. An official statement said that the work will be carried out at Stage 1 of the Panjrapur pumping station to install a new anti-surge vessel (pressure control tank). It is scheduled to take place from 9:45 am to 10:45 pm, lasting a total of 13 hours. It said that due to the work, water supply in parts of Mumbai city, eastern suburbs, and areas in Thane and Bhiwandi-Nizampur Municipal Corporations will be reduced by 15 per cent during the period. Areas Affected in Mumbai City- F South Ward – Entire ward F North Ward – Entire ward Eastern Suburbs: T Ward – Mulund (East and West) S Ward – Bhandup, Nahur, Kanjurmarg, and Vikhroli (East) N Ward – Vikhroli, Ghatkopar (East and West) L Ward – Kurla (East) M East Ward – Entire ward M West Ward – Entire ward Meanwhile, the city civic body has also confirmed that parts of Thane and Bhiwandi-Nizampur that receive water from Mumbai will experience the same 15 per cent cut. The citizens in the affected areas are requested to store water in advance and cooperate with the authorities during the maintenance period. The BMC has appealed to all residents to use water carefully and avoid wastage. Palghar's Deharji project reaches 80 per cent completion Meanwhile, Metropolitan Commissioner, Dr Sanjay Mukherjee had earlier this month said that the Deharji Medium Project, a key water infrastructure initiative in Palghar district of Maharashtra, has achieved a significant progress. Located on the Deharji River, a tributary of the west-flowing Vaitarna River, near Suksale village in Palghar's Vikramgad, the project involves the construction of an earthen and masonry dam with a total storage capacity of 95.60 million cubic metres and usable storage of 93.22 million cubic metres, equivalent to 255 million litres per day (MLD). The project is being carried out by the Konkan Irrigation Development Corporation (KIDC) with a financial assistance of 25,99.15 crore from Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
22 May,2025 07:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) leader Supriya Sule, who is to lead an all-party delegation to put forward India's stance against terrorism, emphasised that all the Members of the Parliament (MP) who will be representing India in various world capitals, will be speaking "as responsible Indians", reported news agency ANI. Addressing a press conference in Mumbai, Sule said the remaining delegations would depart on Saturday, following a scheduled briefing by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). "We will discuss only after the MEA briefs us. This is a huge responsibility. Whatever we say during our outreach, we will say it as responsible Indians," Sule said. Talking about the MEA briefing of the remaining four delegations, she added, "Briefing of the remaining four groups has been scheduled for tomorrow, and we will leave for our visit the day after tomorrow." Sule will be leading the delegation which will visit Egypt, Qatar, Ethiopia, and South Africa. Eight other members, including Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) Rajiv Pratap Ruddy, Anurag Singh Thakur, and V Muraleedharan, along with Manish Tewari and Anand Sharma from the Congress, Telugu Desam Party’s (TDP) Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu, Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) Vikramjeet Singh Sahney, and former permanent representative of India to the UN, Syed Akbaruddin, are part of the group. The all-party delegations will highlight India's national consensus and resolute approach to combating terrorism in all forms and manifestations. They would present before the world the country's strong message of zero tolerance against terrorism. Earlier in the day, a delegation headed by Shiv Sena Lok Sabha MP Shrikant Shinde met with Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahyan and parliamentarian Ali Rashid Al-Nuaimi in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), as part of India's global outreach against terrorism after Operation Sindoor. Operation Sindoor: UAE, Japan support India's fight against terrorism After the meeting, Al-Nuaimi affirmed his support for India in its fight against terrorism. "Terrorism has no religion, no nationality. It is an evil for all humanity," Nuaimi told reporters, adding, "Terrorism is an enemy of humanity.... Wise people should rise and speak against terrorism.” Another delegation met Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya and reiterated India's unwavering national consensus and firm commitment to combat terrorism in all its forms. Iwaya expressed strong support for India's fight against terrorism and lauded the restraint shown by New Delhi. The Japanese Foreign Minister also called for strict punishment for perpetrators of terror acts. A total of seven groups comprising eight to nine members from various political parties have been selected by India to represent its stance of zero tolerance against terror and brief the representatives of other countries on Operation Sindoor. The operation was launched on May 7 as a decisive military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people were killed. The Indian Armed Forces targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Over 100 terrorists affiliated with terror outfits like the Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba and Hizbul Mujahideen were killed in India’s strikes. After the operation, Pakistan resorted to cross-border shelling across the Line of Control and Jammu and Kashmir, in which India’s civilians were killed. Drone attacks were also attempted along the border regions but India thwarted them and launched a coordinated attack in response, damaging radar infrastructure, communication centres and airfields across 11 airbases in Pakistan. On May 10, an understanding of the cessation of hostilities between the countries was announced. (With ANI inputs)
22 May,2025 07:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAdditional Municipal Commissioner (AMC) Abhijit Bangar has directed the officials concerned to complete all the ongoing road works and ensure they are safe for travel before May 31. Under the Road Cement Concreting Project, the work of Pavement Quality Concrete (PQC), which was expected to be completed by Tuesday, May 20, has been stopped and no new concrete road work can be undertaken without the additional municipal commissioner's approval. In cases where parts of a road remain unfinished after concrete laying before the May 31 deadline, the remaining sections should be completed using mastic asphalt to ensure the road is fit for smooth traffic, directed Bangar. The road cement and concretisation work is being carried out in the entire jurisdiction of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to avoid potholes this monsoon season. In order to meet the deadline, Bangar has issued detailed guidelines. If a contractor does not commence the mastic asphalt work by Sunday, the task will be handed over to another available contractor, with the original contractor bearing the risk and expenses involved. A penalty equal to twice the cost required to make the site safe will be imposed on the contractor who fails to comply with the directives. All the completed project roads must undergo thorough cleaning of their stormwater drains, and their connectivity should be inspected, the additional municipal commissioner directed. To ensure there are no blockages, water should be flushed through the drains using tankers in the presence of officials from the ward office and the Storm Water Drainage Department. Additionally, sewer manholes should be cleaned and construction debris must be cleared from work sites, Bangar directed. 'Mumbai Rains: Manhole covers must be checked, daily progress updated on Google sheets' "Joint inspections by the relevant departments should confirm that water flow is unobstructed. All stormwater and sewer manhole covers must be checked, damaged or missing covers should be replaced immediately," he added. The additional municipal commissioner has also asked the road department officials to deploy adequate manpower and machinery to ensure that all roads are ready and safe for travel by May 31, ahead of Mumbai Rains. The daily progress should be updated on Google Sheets, Bangar told officials.
22 May,2025 03:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA rationing officer attached to the Civil Supplies Department was arrested for accepting a bribe of Rs 48,000 here, an Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) official said on Thursday. The complainant, who owns four fair-price shops, had approached the ACB alleging accused Sagar Sahebrao Varale was demanding Rs 2,000 per month for each shop under his jurisdiction, the official said. Varale had been demanding Rs 48,000 from the complainant, saying it was commission for his four shops for the past six months, the ACB official said. After being approached, the ACB laid a trap and caught Varale red-handed as he accepted the bribe on May 19, the official said."We have arrested Varale under the provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act for demanding and accepting illegal gratification," said inspector Rupali Pol of ACB's Thane unit. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever.
22 May,2025 02:51 PM IST | Thane | PTIA 40-year-old actress, who has worked in Bollywood as well as Tamil films with big stars, has registered a case with the Malad police against a ‘Telegram channel’ for stealing her personal photographs and videos, morphing them and selling them at a premium price online. In an exclusive discussion with mid-day, the actress said that she learnt about Telegram user about a month ago. “My manager informed me that my private photos and videos are being morphed and sold on a Telegram channel at a premium rate. It’s deeply disturbing to discover how these criminals gained access to my personal content and are using it to make money,” lamented the actress. “This entire incident has been incredibly distressing for me,” she said. “I was shocked to learn that someone had accessed my personal images and videos, tampered with them, and is now selling them to make money. It’s a gross violation of my privacy and a reminder of how vulnerable we all are in the digital age.” She further expressed her concern about the psychological and reputational impact of such actions. “As public figures, we are often targeted, but this goes beyond trolling or gossip… it is cyber exploitation. I want to set an example by speaking out and seeking justice, not just for myself, but for every individual who has suffered from such digital abuse,” she told mid-day. The FIR filed at Malad police station on May 20 reads: “My manager told me that I have to pay some money to be added to the group ‘NEW Cycle On Road 00’ and the identity of the person who has made that group is not known. Besides this, my manager told me that the name of the person who shared my nude photo on the group is ‘Mr. Rocky RK’. His user ID is 782231392 and user name is @Rts-Admin01.” According to the actress, after morphing her digital photos and videos, the accused has been selling her nude photos and videos for R50,000 and R1 lakh, respectively, to premium groups on Telegram, and the description says ‘South actress, first time full uncut with face rubbing her face’. The Telegram channel further entices members not to leave the channel in order to avail of “offers and updates”. “I don’t really know who this person is. I am slipping into depression,” said the actress. A QR code has also been provided to scan for payments to be made to dmrajesh07-1@okhdfcbank. “The said unknown person has also shared his email ID arttainz@gmail.com in the Telegram group. My manager has added a person to the group to keep an eye on the activity. Between April 17 and May 19, my face has been morphed onto photos. My nude photos and videos from my personal mobile phone have also been hacked and shared in the group,” reads the FIR, a copy of which is in mid-day’s possession. Sources at Malad police station said that the actress has submitted multiple pieces of evidence, including colour photos and screenshots taken from the Telegram channels. A senior officer at Malad police station told mid-day, “The actress approached us with a complaint and submitted pieces of evidence. We recorded her detailed statement, based on which we have registered an FIR under sections 76 (assault or use of criminal force to woman with intent to disrobe), 78 (stalking), and 356(2) (defamation) of Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, along with relevant provisions of the Information Technology (IT) Act.” Sources in the police department told mid-day that the North Region of Cyber Team is conducting an investigation into the matter. However, no arrest has been made so far.
22 May,2025 02:42 PM IST | Mumbai | Diwakar SharmaMaharashtra cultural affairs minister Ashish Shelar urged private radio stations on Wednesday to regularly broadcast classic Marathi devotional and emotional songs, saying they continue to hold a strong emotional connection with listeners, reported news agency PTI. "The Marathi emotional and devotional songs from the gramophone and cassette era still rule the hearts of Marathi listeners. These songs should be broadcast regularly on private radio stations," Shelar told representatives of private radio channels at Mantralaya, reported PTI. He said the state government aims to strengthen the use of Marathi through radio and strengthen coordination between the state and the private radio sector. "Our generation grew up listening to such songs on All India Radio. There was a strong emotional impact. The audience in Maharashtra has always had a special connection with emotional and devotional songs," the BJP leader said. He cited the example of devotional ceremonies across the state. "Even today, whether in cities or villages, a Satyanarayan puja feels incomplete without the immortal songs of Prahlad Shinde. These songs have become part of the tradition," Shelar added. Representatives of radio channels, including those from Red FM and Radio City 91.1, attended the meeting. The discussion also addressed challenges faced by the radio sector. Land measurement for division in Maharashtra now at Rs 200 Meanwhile, the Maharashtra government has fixed the fee for land measurement at Rs 200, a move that will immensely benefit farmers and farming families to get land measured for division and distribution purposes. "We have taken this decision to simplify and reduce the cost of the land partition process in the interest of farmers. With a fee of just Rs 200, registered partition deeds will now be accompanied by measurements and maps," Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule told reporters. He said the new decision is aimed at easing the financial burden on farming families. Bawankule said that earlier, the fee was determined based on orders from the Settlement Commissioner, and several complaints and suggestions had come from farmers about the cost of measurement. "After receiving feedback from farmers, we have introduced a major change in the process," he said. According to Bawankule, the decision was finalised in a meeting with the Settlement Commissioner and Director of Land Acquisition. "Now the fee for land measurement has been fixed at Rs 200, and this service will be open to all citizens," he said. (With inputs from PTI)
22 May,2025 02:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentShiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has alleged that his party's workers foiled an attempt to 'bribe' the state legislature estimates committee during their visit to Dhule district. An investigation has been launched, said a senior police official. In a post on X on Wednesday night, Raut alleged that more than Rs 5 crore in cash was found in a room at the government guest house in Dhule city. "When the legislature estimates committee visited Dhule district today, about five and a half crore rupees were kept in room number 102 at the Dhule government rest house Gulmohar for giving bribe to the committee," the Rajya Sabha member claimed. आत्ताची ताजी खबर:विधिमंडळ आमदारांची अंदाज समिती आज धुळे जिल्हा दौऱ्यावर आली असता , या समितीला मलिदा देण्याकरता जवळपास साडेपाच कोटी रुपये धुळे शासकीय विश्रामगृह गुलमोहर येथे रूम नंबर 102 मध्ये जमा करण्यात आले होते त्या ठिकाणी शिवसेनेचे माजी आमदार अनिल अण्णा गोटे, शिवसेना… — Sanjay Raut (@rautsanjay61) May 21, 2025 Former Shiv Sena MLA Anil Anna Gote and local Sena (UBT) leaders locked the room and were standing guard outside, Raut said. "Despite informing the district collector, superintendent of police and Anti-Corruption Bureau, no one has come even after four to five hours...There is no cooperation from the administration. The bribe was meant to suppress corruption in development works and officials' involvement in it," he alleged. MLA Arjun Khotkar, belonging to the Shiv Sena faction led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, heads the committee, Raut pointed out. The estimates committee is empowered to scrutinise the utilisation of funds allocated to a particular area in the state budget. Meanwhile, Dhule Superintendent of Police Shrikant Dhivare told reporters that the matter was being probed, reported PTI. MPs sent to countries that have nothing to do with Indo-Pak issue, says Raut Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Wednesday claimed that the Centre sent multi-party delegations of MPs to visit several countries that have nothing to do with the Indo-Pak issue following 'Operation Sindoor', reported PTI. He said the government is instead interested in "showmanship rather than substance". Speaking to a regional news channel, Raut asked, "What is the need to send delegations to countries that have nothing to do with the India and Pakistan issue? The selection of nations like Liberia, Congo, and Sierra Leone raises serious questions," reported PTI. He was referring to a delegation led by Kalyan MP Shrikant Shinde of Shiv Sena, headed by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, that left for the UAE earlier in the day and is also expected to visit a few African nations. Raut claimed that the timing and intent behind the move suggested that it lacked strategic clarity. (With inputs from PTI)
22 May,2025 11:22 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
