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 June 20. Aries March 21 – April 20Giving the impression of knowing better than the other person may put them on the defensive. Make sustainable lifestyle and diet changes.Cosmic tip: Deal with any challenge that comes your way. Taurus April 21 – May 20A business meeting set for the afternoon brings some more changes on how the product should be marketed. Cosmic tip: Be controlled when speaking to someone who wants a couple of questions clarified. GeminiMay 21 – June 21A potential client may change the timing to meet. Be mindful about what you eat and from which source as you may contract a water born issue. Cosmic tip: Stay away from a one-upmanship attitude. Cancer June 22 – July 23Some can expect a raise in salary/ a promotion. An auspicious day for financial decisions.Cosmic tip: Rule over your emotions; a calm mind can handle any situation. Leo July 24 - Aug 23Those looking for a partner for a joint venture find one who is on the same page and same outcomes. Do be careful with the diet and exercise regime.Cosmic tip: Just be positive. Virgo Aug 24 – Sept 23Preparing in detail for an interview is important as you must make them realise your vast and experienced knowledge. Cosmic tip: Remember your potential is limitless. You are worthy of every success that comes in. Libra Sept 24 – Oct 22Career enters a positive time. Try and have a couple of hours when you don’t use any devices. A long-distance call is cherished.Cosmic tip: Only have medication prescribed by the doctor. Scorpio Oct 23 – Nov 22Consider all benefits and compromises before agreeing to a business partnership (you prefer only being answerable to yourself). Cosmic tip: Stay away from unnecessary complications. Sagittarius Nov 23 – Dec 22A senior or mentor is helpful, so be proactive and honest about your thoughts and worries. Do get enough sleep.Cosmic tip: Remember life doesn’t wait for anyone. Make full use of each day. Capricorn Dec 23 – Jan 20Staying far away from office politics is a wise mindset to hold onto (it’s better to just do your job and keep it to that). Cosmic tip: Improve equation to a better level with siblings. Aquarius Jan 21 – Feb 19Travel within the country brings a wonderful business opportunity. However, you need to follow up this lead. Singles meet someone new.Cosmic tip: Meet friends for coffee or dinner if possible. Pisces Feb 20 – March 20A business trip is rescheduled for next week. Read documents carefully. Some review investments and financial goals. Cosmic tip: Work through responsibilities and karma to the best of your ability.
20 June,2025 02:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirley BoseA fire broke out after the compressor of a fridge exploded at Sharad Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP SP) leader and former Maharashtra minister Dr Rajendra Shingne's bungalow at Buldhana in the state, officials said on Thursday, reported the PTI. The incident, in which nobody was injured, occurred on Wednesday evening, an official said, adding that Shingne's house is located on Chikhali Road in Vishwas Nagar area in Buldhana. "A fire broke out after the compressor of a fridge exploded at the former minister's house. No injury was reported as there was nobody at the bungalow at that time," he said, according to the PTI. After the fire, the police and fire brigade officials rushed to the spot and doused it, he said. Western Railway motormen demand reopening of canteen shut after Churchgate cake shop fire Hundreds of motormen and train managers at Churchgate station in south Mumbai have appealed to the Western Railway to reopen their restroom canteen, which has remained closed since a fire broke out at a cake shop last week. While all other shops have resumed operations, the motormen's canteen remains shut. "The canteen has remained closed since then, but no alternative provisions like beverages, tea, food, lunch, or dinner are provided elsewhere. We, the motormen and train managers, are working 24/7 every day, and it's very stressful and inconvenient for us. In our restroom canteen, we used to get fresh, healthy, and hygienic meals at an affordable cost and, more importantly, at a convenient location. We already have very little time between two trains, and for meals, we are forced to roam here and there, which is inconvenient and risky. Since this day, some crew are forced to work trains without having any food, which is also endangering safety. Till now, no nuisance has been reported due to the said canteen," said a letter from the motormen’s lobby, a copy of which is with mid-day. "Those who perform double duties heavily depend on the canteen for food. The canteen not only reduces our stress but also helps us recharge for the second trip. We, the working motormen and train managers, humbly request your honour to kindly issue immediate instructions to reopen our restroom canteen at the earliest," the letter added. (with PTI inputs)
19 June,2025 10:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAmid tie-up buzz with Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday alleged that the BJP does not want Marathi parties to unite, reported the PTI. Uddhav, while speaking during the Shiv Sena foundation day, accused the BJP of trying to scuttle the possibility of his party's alliance with the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena led by his estranged cousin Raj Thackeray ahead of the BMC elections. Addressing a rally to mark the 59th foundation day of the undivided Shiv Sena formed by his father late Bal Thackeray, he warned the ruling party of dire consequences if it hurt the 'Thackeray brand', according to the PTI. In order to scuttle the possibility of alliance of "Marathi parties", meetings are being held in hotels and elsewhere, the Shiv Sena (UBT) chief said. He was apparently referring to Raj Thackeray's recent meeting with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at a five-star hotel in the city. "What people want, will happen. We will see how it is to be done. The BJP and Shinde Sena do not want Marathi parties to unite. If you try to finish the Thackeray brand, we will finish off the BJP. I am prepared.¦ I want to tell the BJP.....When you come to take me on....come with an ambulance...for yourself,' Uddhav Thackeray said, tweaking a similar dialogue from Nana Patekar-starrer "Prahaar", as per the PTI. There was speculation recently about the two Thackeray cousins forming an alliance as civic elections are imminent in Mumbai and elsewhere in the state. The former chief minister, meanwhile, also said the imposition of Hindi in the state will not be allowed at any cost. The BJP wants to create a divide among Marathi and Hindi-speakers on the eve of civic polls,' he said while exuding confidence that his party will retain the Mumbai civic body. The BJP has no legacy of its own, and had to install a massive statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel who had banned the RSS when he was the country's home minister, Uddhav Thackeray claimed, the news agency reported. Referring to the BJP-led Mahayuti's manifesto speaking of giving Rs 2,100 to women under the Laadki Bahin scheme and loan waiver to farmers, he said the BJP did not fulfill these promises after the assembly elections. "They promised me that the Shiv Sena will have the chief minister's post for two and a half years but didn't keep the promise," said Uddhav Thackeray who parted ways with the BJP over the CM post after the 2019 assembly elections, reported the PTI. When the opposition contested the Lok Sabha polls by forming the INDIA group, Prime Minister Narendra Modi compared the opposition bloc to the terror outfit Indian Mujahideen, Thackeray claimed, adding that after Operation Sindoor, Modi sent MPs of the same opposition bloc all over the world to present India's stand. The BJP has not taken action against Madhya Pradesh minister Vijay Shah who called army officer Sofiya Qureshi "sister of Pakistani terrorists", Uddhav Thackeray said. "Why the terrorists who killed 26 innocent tourists in Pahalgam have not been nabbed yet," he asked. The BJP maligns opposition leaders with corruption charges, and then inducts them into the party, Thackeray said. "The BJP has set up a party induction stall outside jails. Now, only (gangster) Dawood Ibrahim is left to be taken into its fold,' he said in a sarcastic swipe. Accusing the Mahayuti government of indulging in corruption, Thackeray said if "original" BJP workers have any self-respect, they should oppose the entry of people, whom they had accused of corruption in the past, in their party. The state government was giving Mumbai away "free of cost" to the Adani group for the Dharavi redevelopment project, Uddhav Thackeray alleged. He also termed the rally of the rival Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde as a "gathering of thieves", the news agency reported. (with PTI inputs)
19 June,2025 10:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentHundreds of people, including the inconsolable family and friends of First Officer Clive Kunder, co-pilot of the Air India plane that crashed in Ahmedabad last week on Thursday gathered to give an emotional farewell to him, reported the PTI. Kunder's last rites were performed at Sewri Christian Cemetery in eastern Mumbai on Thursday afternoon, hours after his mortal remains were brought from Ahmedabad. According to PTI, many people with tearful eyes were seen holding pictures of the pilot as they bid him their final goodbye, exactly a week after his death in the crash. Earlier, on Thursday morning, the casket carrying Kunder's remains arrived at Mumbai airport by flight. It was then taken by his family members to his residence at Suntek City on Ram Mandir Road, Goregaon (West). As per the PTI, numerous friends, relatives, and local residents assembled at his home to pay their respects and later participated in his funeral. Kunder had lived in Mumbai with his elderly parents and a younger sister. His remains were kept at his home until 1 pm before being transported to the cemetery. The London-bound Air India flight AI-171, carrying 242 passengers and crew members, crashed on June 12. All but one person on board the plane tragically died, along with 29 individuals on the ground, when the aircraft smashed into a medical hostel complex in the Gujarat city. The ill-fated flight was under the command of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, alongside First Officer Kunder. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) had earlier stated that Sabharwal possessed 8,200 hours of flying experience, while Kunder had 1,100 hours experience of flying, according to the PTI. The last rites for Sabharwal, who also hailed from Mumbai, were performed on Tuesday. As the aircraft departed from the Ahmedabad airport at 1:39 pm on June 12. Soon after the take-off, the chief pilot, Sabharwal had issued a 'Mayday' distress call – denoting a full emergency – to Air Traffic Control in Ahmedabad. But unfortunately moments later, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner tragically crashed into the complex situated just outside the airport compound. (With inputs from PTI)
19 June,2025 09:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAmid the ongoing debate ignited by Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray over the state government’s move to introduce Hindi as a third language in Maharashtra schools, mid-day.com spoke to students and parents to gauge public opinion on the contentious issue. A government resolution (GR) issued by the Maharashtra School Education Department on Tuesday sparked sharp criticism from Thackeray, who questioned whether similar language mandates would be implemented in other states such as Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat or even Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. He called the decision "politically motivated" and unnecessary, stating that two languages, Marathi and English, are sufficient for students to learn in Maharashtra. “... मुलांवर हिंदी भाषा लादण्याचा सरकारचा प्रयत्न आहे, जो हाणून पाडला पाहिजे. यांत एकतर मुलांचं नुकसान आहेच पण मराठी भाषेचं नुकसान आहे. सरकार काय वरून जे सांगतील त्याच्या मागे घरंगळत जायला तयार आहे, पण तुम्ही बळी पडू नका. तशी गरजच नाही. आणि तुम्हाला सरकारकडून जबरदस्ती झाली तर… pic.twitter.com/v5xgQH4IIM — MNS Adhikrut - मनसे अधिकृत (@mnsadhikrut) June 18, 2025 Hours after Thackeray warned the government to withdraw the three-language education format that makes Hindi technically compulsory for many in the state or face its wrath, CM Devendra Fadnavis hit back. Speaking to the media, Fadnavis mentioned that he was unable to understand why a few people were opposing Hindi, but not English, despite Hindi being one of India’s own languages. “I understand English is the language of communication. But, why oppose teaching a language native to our country to students?” the CM said. However, opinions from the ground reveal a mixed response over the issue. A parent of a primary school student at Divine Child High School in Andheri shared, “Introducing Hindi as a third language is a reasonable decision, given that it’s widely spoken across India. If international schools can include languages such as French or Spanish, then opting for Hindi, which has national relevance, is a practical choice by the state government.” However, another parent, whose child studies in Class 2 at Don Bosco School in Naigaon, voiced his concern over the proposal. “Every Maharashtrian should know and speak Marathi to preserve the legacy of our language. Mumbaikars must be fluent in Marathi. The government must consider the cultural and linguistic sentiments of the state before making such decisions. This should not become a political agenda.” Students, too, were divided on the matter. A Class 10 student from St Paul High School in Dadar remarked, “Hindi should be optional. Instead of enforcing it, students should have the option to learn international languages such as German or French.” On Tuesday, the Maharashtra government came out with orders which state that if anyone wants to have an alternative language to Hindi, they can opt for the same, but it would require a minimum of 20 students in the class. “If the requirement is not met, the education for the opted language will be offered through online studies,” a revised GR issued by the state government on June 17 mentioned. However, Advait Adsul, another Class 10 student from the same school, feels otherwise. “Hindi should be compulsory. Along with English, it is spoken in most parts of India. It’s beneficial for all students, regardless of their medium of instruction.” Adding to the dissenting voices, MNS leader Sandeep Deshpande stated, “Two languages are more than enough: English, which is globally spoken, and Marathi, the mother tongue. Introducing a third compulsory language is unnecessary.” As the debate intensifies, the move by the state government continues to draw both support and criticism, reflecting broader questions about identity, practicality, and politics in education.
19 June,2025 09:26 PM IST | Mumbai | Anushree GaikwadThe Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Thursday issued detailed guidelines for pet owners, animal feeders, housing societies, schools, tech parks and other institutions in Mumbai. The newly introduced guidelines are based on Supreme Court orders and various circulars from the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI), including the Animal Birth Control Rules, 2023, an official BMC statement said. It said that the new guidelines cover important areas such as feeding street dogs, licensing pet dogs, responsibilities of societies, and handling of animals in public spaces. The rules also aim to reduce conflict between animal lovers and residents, and to ensure the well-being of both people and street animals in Mumbai. "The number of people keeping dogs as household companions is increasing. Even the animal lovers /activists are showing compassion towards the street dogs by feeding them, providing veterinary and other support. Conflict may sometimes occur between the pet owners and the care-givers of street dogs on the one hand, and Resident Welfare Association (RWAs) and Apartment Owners Association (AOAs) on the other hand and hence it is necessary to frame these guidelines," the BMC said. Major points from the new guidelines- For Animal feeders and care givers: - Feeding of street dogs and cats is legal and protected by law. - Feeders should do so at designated, clean spots away from children’s areas and public pathways. - Feeding must be hygienic and should not involve raw meat or leftover food. - Feeders should help with sterilisation and vaccination of the animals. - Feeding should be done early morning or late evening when public movement is low. For housing societies (RWAs / AOAs): - Societies cannot ban pets or decide pet size. Such restrictions go against citizens’ fundamental rights. - Societies should not restrict feeding of street animals, but can set feeding times and locations in consultation with residents. - Animal cruelty, harassment of feeders, or abandoning pets are punishable offences. - Societies are encouraged to form Animal Welfare Committees as per ABC Rules 2023. Guidelines for pet owners- - All pet dogs must be registered with the BMC under Section 191B of the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, 1888 that provides for granting of license to theowner of a dog or a person in charge of a dog who has paid the taxes levied on such dog. Keeping unlicensed dogs is illegal. - Owners must keep their pets clean, vaccinated, dewormed, and preferably sterilised. - Dogs must be kept on a leash in public. Pet owners must clean up after their pets when they defecate in public places. - Pets are allowed in lifts and public spaces. Societies cannot ban them. However, alternate lifts may be suggested. - Aggressive behaviour by pets should be addressed. Children under 18 must not walk dogs alone. Guidelines for schools, tech parks and public institutions: - Animals like dogs or cats living in the premises must not be relocated. They should be sterilised and vaccinated, and returned to the same area. - Institutions must provide food, water, and shelter for community animals. - Staff must be trained to handle animals without cruelty. - Signs and awareness messages should be placed around campus to educate people on coexisting with animals. For any complaints, licensing issues, or information related to animal care, the public can contact the BMC Dog Control Unit through the helpline number- 9635839888. The complaints can also be written on the website: https://vhd.mcgm.gov.in/
19 June,2025 09:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Thursday issued a public advisory for residents of Kurla and Powai, asking them to boil and filter drinking water for 3-4 days starting Monday, June 23, 2025. In an official statement, the BMC said that the precaution is being taken as water supply will resume from Powai Low-Level Reservoir’s kappa no 2 (structural compartments), which has recently undergone structural repairs. With work on kappa No. 2 now completed, the BMC will begin repair work on Kappa No 1. During the transition, BMC has advised citizens in the ‘L’ and ‘S’ wards to take preventive measures to ensure water safety as the water quality may be temporarily affected as the supply is restored from the newly repaired reservoir. The Mumbai civic body has also issued a list of the areas which will be affected during the repairs. Affected areas in L ward – Kurla North Zone (Water supply: 6:00 am – 2:00 pm): Bareilly Masjid, 90 Feet Road Kurla-Andheri Road, Jarimari, Ghatkopar-Andheri Link Road, Savarkar Marg, Mahatma Phule Nagar, Tanaji Nagar, Saki Vihar Road, Marwah Industrial Estate, Satyanagar Pipeline Road. In L ward – Kurla south zone (Water supply: 6:30 pm – 8:50 am): Kajupada, Ganesh Maidan, Indiranagar, Sangam Vasahat, Shastrinagar, Ghas Compound, Christian Gaon, Masrani Galli, Ghazi Miya Dargah Road, A.H. Wadia Road, Wadia Estate, M.N. Road, Bail Bazar, Sandesh Nagar, Kranti Nagar, LBS Marg, Kamani, Kalpana Cinema, Kismat Nagar, Gafur Khan Estate, Sambhaji Chowk, New Mill Road, Ramdas Chowk, Eaglewadi, Annasagar Road, Brahmanwadi, Patelwadi, S.G. Barve Marg, Buddha Colony, LIG-MIG Colony, Vinoba Bhave Nagar, HDIL Complex, Naupada, Premier Vasahat, Sundarbagh, Shiv Tekdi, Sanjay Nagar, Kapadia Nagar, Rupa Nagar, Takiya Area, Match Factory Galli, Shivaji Kutir Galli, Taximen Colony, Maharashtra Kata, Chafe Galli-Chunabhatti, Sevak Nagar, Vijay Nagar, Jarimari Mata Mandir area. In S ward – Kurla South Zone (Water supply: 6:30 pm – 8:50 am): Morarji Nagar, Bhimanagar, Paspoli Gaothan, Lok Vihar Colony, Renaissance Hotel Area. "The BMC has requested residents of Powai and Kurla to cooperate and follow the advisory," the official statement said.
19 June,2025 08:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentCustoms officials in Mumbai announced on Thursday that they have seized hydroponic weed worth Rs 24.66 crore, which was smuggled from Thailand. Three people, including two passengers, were arrested in connection with the seizure at the Mumbai international airport. An official stated that one of the arrested individuals was a man acting as a receiver, waiting outside the airport to collect the drug consignment. Hydroponics is a technique for growing plants using a water-based nutrient solution instead of soil. It can also include an aggregate substrate or growing media, such as vermiculite, coconut coir, or perlite. Hydroponic production systems are mostly used by small farmers, hobbyists, and commercial enterprises. Based on specific information, officials of the Mumbai Customs (Zone III) intercepted the two passengers when they landed at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) from Bangkok on Wednesday. After a thorough search of their baggage, the officials recovered hydroponic weed concealed in vacuum-sealed packages. In total, about 24.96 kgs of hydroponic weed was seized, with an estimated value of Rs 24.66 crore in the illicit market, the official informed. During the interrogation of the two passengers, it came to light that a third person was waiting outside the airport to collect the consignment. This individual was also apprehended later, the official said. Subsequently, all three culprits were placed under arrest and booked under relevant sections of the NDPS Act. As investigations in the case continued, it suggested the involvement of an international drug syndicate in the smuggling, he said. Hydroponic weed is described as a potent, high-grade form of cannabis cultivated using advanced soilless techniques. 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
19 June,2025 08:23 PM IST | Mumbai | PTIMaharashtra on Thursday reported 59 new Covid-19 cases, with 13 of them in Mumbai alone. The state now has an active tally of 389 patients, a public health department's bulletin said. With addition of the fresh cases, Maharashtra has reported 2,228 positive patients since January 2025. According to the state’s health department bulletin, all patients so far have reported only mild symptoms. Since January 2025, a total number of 32 deaths have been reported in the state, out of which 31 were with comorbidities and one with other disease, officials said. Of these, 32 patients had serious underlying health conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, lung disease, or stroke and one patient, a woman, had symptoms of fever and shortness of breath, the health department's bulletin stated. Mumbai has been seeing a sharp rise in Covid-19 cases. With addition of fresh cases reported on June 19, the total number of positive patients in Mumbai since January 2025 now stands at 912, the bulletin stated. According to the bulletin, On Thursday, Mumbai reported 13 Covid-19 cases, Thane Municipal Corporation-1, Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation-1, Panvel Municipal Corporation-1, Pune Municipal Corporation-13, Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation-8, Satara-2, Sangli-1, Sangli Municipal Corporation-1, Kolhapur Municipal Corporation- 6, Nagpur Municipal Corporation-2 and Chandrapur reported 10 cases. "Covid-19 is a viral disease. Currently, ILI /SARI surveillance is being done in Maharashtra. During the survey, such patients are tested for Covid. These Covid patients are being treated regularly after positive report. There is gradual but definite increase in Covid patients in Maharashtra. Covid patients are showing mild symptoms. Covid testing and treatment facilities are available through the Public Health Department. The public is appealed not to panic," the health department bulletin said. The bulletin said that the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) has been actively monitoring patients with influenza-like illness (ILI) and severe acute respiratory infections (SARI). As per recent state-level review instructions: - Regular ILI/SARI surveillance must continue in all districts. - 5 per cent of ILI patients and 100 per cent of SARI patients must be tested for Covid-19. - All positive samples should be sent for Whole Genome Sequencing to track variants. - Public hospitals and medical colleges must stay updated with testing and treatment facilities.
19 June,2025 07:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for Mumbai, Thane and Raigad, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall in these areas. IMD, while announcing the alert, also noted that other parts of Maharashtra, including Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg, are likely to receive rain too Observed Extremely Heavy Rainfall (in cm) over Konkan during past 24 hours till 0830 HRS IST of 19.06.2025#imdweather #Monsoon #Konkanrains #rainfall #HeavyRainfall #RainAlert #WeatherUpdate #Monsoon2025 @moesgoi @airnewsalerts @DDNational @ndmaindia pic.twitter.com/Vb1GhzOXEl — India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) June 19, 2025 As per the IMD release, a red alert has been issued for the Palghar district. Palghar is expected to witness very heavy rainfall over the next 24 hours. With parts of Maharashtra experiencing heavy rain since Monday, June 16, the IMD predicts intense showers in the coming days. Continuous rainfall across Mumbai and nearby regions has brought down the temperature notably. Earlier on Thursday, IMD’s Santacruz observatory recorded a maximum temperature of 32.6 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 26.1 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, the Colaba observatory registered a high of 31.6 degrees Celsius and a low of 25.6 degrees Celsius, according to the latest data. As per recent figures, Mumbai logged an average rainfall of 86 mm between 8:00 am on June 18 and 8:00 am on June 19. The eastern suburbs received 65 mm, while the western suburbs recorded 53 mm during this period. With orange and red alerts in place, the weather is likely to remain rainy for the rest of the week. Cloudy skies and intermittent showers will prevail, and citizens are advised to remain indoors during adverse conditions. In the early hours of June 19, 2025, the IMD also forecast high tide at 5:44 pm today, reaching 3.92 metres. On Friday, high tide is expected at 7:09 am at 3.52 metres. Low tides will occur at 12:31 am and 12:40 pm on June 20, measuring 1.39 metres and 2.04 metres, respectively. Additionally, while releasing the advisory, the IMD mentioned that conditions are favourable for further advancement of the Southwest monsoon over the remaining parts of the North Arabian Sea. बहु मौसम संबंधी चेतावनीमुख्य बिंदुदक्षिण-पश्चिम मानसून आज 19 जून को बिहार के अधिकांश भागों और पूर्वी उत्तर प्रदेश के कुछ और भागों में आगे बढ़ा।गुजरात, उत्तरी कोंकण, मध्य महाराष्ट्र, पश्चिम बंगाल, ओडिशा में 19 और झारखंड में 19 और 20 जून, 2025 को अलग-अलग स्थानों पर बहुत भारी… pic.twitter.com/1lOvqKr9gx — India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) June 19, 2025 The weather department further stated that parts of Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh may experience heavy to very heavy rainfall.
19 June,2025 06:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentShiv Sena (UBT) legislator Ambadas Danve claimed in an open letter on the occasion of Shiv Sena's foundation day on Thursday that, over the past few days, Maharashtra's politics have become muddied and "markets of inducements" have been set up to buy loyalty. While making a very interesting statement relating cricket to politics and praising the efforts of Shivsainiks, Danve referred to all-rounder Kapil Dev's legendary knock of 175 during the India-Zimbabwe match in the 1983 World Cup. He further said he sees the iconic cricketer, known for his fighting spirit, in every Shivsainik. शिवसैनिकांना खुले पत्रसर्वप्रथम शिवसैनिकांना आजच्या वर्धापनदिनाच्या मनःपूर्वक शुभेच्छा. ज्या ज्ञात अज्ञातांनी 'शिवसेना' या चार अक्षरांना धर्म मानून महाराष्ट्राची सेवा केली, करत आहेत त्या सर्वांना विनम्र अभिवादन. महाराष्ट्राचे राजकारण आज गढूळ झाले आहे. निष्ठेला विकत घेण्यासाठी… pic.twitter.com/4vRprwSL3f — Ambadas Danve (@iambadasdanve) June 18, 2025 Danve, without naming anyone, asserted that “The Shiv Sena faction (led by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde) cannot claim the legacy of party founder Bal Thackeray.In today's situation, Bal Thackeray's mantra of '80 per cent social work and 20 per cent politics' needs to be followed,” the Leader of Opposition in the state legislative council said in the letter addressed to party workers, which he posted on his X handle. Danve further stated that only Shiv Sainiks remember this formula today, and no one else — including "those who left us", in an indirect reference to the Shinde-led faction. The Shiv Sena split in June 2022 after a rebellion led by Shinde against Uddhav Thackeray's leadership. It also led to the collapse of the then Thackeray-led Maha Vikas Aghadi government.Furthermore, Danve emphasised that "the politics in Maharashtra have become muddied. Markets of inducements have been set up to purchase loyalty. To remain stable in such a situation, there is a need to follow the principle of working 80 per cent for social causes and 20 per cent for politics.” The rival faction cannot claim the legacy of Bal Thackeray, who is the "father of our organisation, and we can say this with confidence," he said. He also stated that "There are a thousand problems around us which will encourage us to fight," the MLC said. The Shiv Sena, founded in 1966, came to power in 1995."We shall not take that long to come back to power now. We shall take up public issues and fight for them," he said in the letter. Danve recalled that during the India-Zimbabwe cricket World Cup match on 18 June 1983 (a day before Shiv Sena's anniversary), Kapil Dev steered the Indian team to victory when no one thought it possible. "I see a Kapil Dev in each Shivsainik. Our courage is our strength, and it should not waver. The Thackeray father-son (referring to Uddhav and his son Aaditya) are standing strong, and we should stand by them," he concluded. (With PTI Inputs)
19 June,2025 04:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
