The Bill seeks to curb rising air pollution by increasing the environmental tax on old and polluting vehicles, Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik said. As per the revised structure, the environmental tax for two-wheelers has been increased from Rs 2,000 to Rs 4,000
18 March,2026 05:57 PM IST | Mumbai
Bhujbal said the state has sufficient reserves of petroleum products despite global supply disruptions. He noted that domestic LPG production has been increased from 9,000 metric tonnes to 11,000 metric tonnes per day to maintain steady availability
17 March,2026 06:29 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The decision, which comes into effect from March 18, was taken as part of contingency measures to conserve fuel and ensure continuity of essential services
17 March,2026 03:07 PM IST | Colombo | mid-day online correspondent
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray questioned the Centre and Maharashtra government’s claim of adequate LPG supply amid the West Asia crisis, asking why long queues for cylinders are being reported across Mumbai. He also criticised Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis over the issue
17 March,2026 12:13 AM IST | Mumbai | PTIADVERTISEMENT
