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After Congress’ Defeat In Haryana, Ally Shiv Sena (UBT) Gets Upper Hand In Maharashtra, Gives ‘Reality Check’ Messages As Assembly Polls Near

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After Congress' Defeat In Haryana, Ally Shiv Sena (UBT) Gets Upper Hand In Maharashtra, Gives 'Reality Check' Messages As Assembly Polls Near

In 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the Congress party recovered from a 10-year-long electoral doom and slumber, which boosted the party’s morale. Amid expectations that Congress will have an easy win in Haryana, the BJP registered a historic win and is about to form a government for the consecutive third time. After the Congress’ defeat in Haryana, the effects will be seen in the soon-to-be-announced Maharashtra assembly elections. Congress’ ally, Shiv Sena (UBT) have started giving ‘reality checks’ messages.

In the Lok Sabha, the Congress emerged as the largest party in Maharashtra, followed by its MVA alliance party Shiv Sena (UBT). However, now after Congress’ poor electoral performance in Haryana, the Sena UBT have got a upper hand in Maharashtra ahead of assembly elections.

The Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) have been claiming the chief minister’s post, if they win in Maharashtra. Congress workers unofficially projected Nana Patole as the next CM, while Sena projected former CM, Uddhav Thackeray.

With the political development after Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir results, the Shiv Sena (UBT) have started making attacking statements against Congress, hinting that its bargaining power in Maharashtra has decreased.

On Tuesday, Sena UBT’s Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturdevi commented that the Congress party weakens in a direct contest with BJP and that the grand-old party should rework its elections strategies. While, today (Wednesday) Sena UBT MP Sanja Raut targeted the Congress saying the there was no INDI Alliance, and Congress party thought it could win on its own strength without any alliance, but failed. The statement hinted the Congress’ dependency on its alliance partners.

In Maharashtra, the Congress emerged as the largest party by winning 17 seats in the Lok Sabha, with Shiv Sena (UBT) following with 9 seats. The MVA alliance is yet to announce it’s seat-sharing formula for the 288 assembly constituencies in Maharashtra, however, the alliance says that formula has been finalised. It is too be seen, how the political developments after Haryana elections affects Maharashtra politics.

Meanwhile, after Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi’s comments over Congress’ poll strategy and electoral performance in Haryana, senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said that the alliance partners should speak to them directly instead of media.

“I would like to remind that the Congress was the number 1 party in Maharashtra during the Lok Sabha elections. There is a coalition dharma in alliance and any talks should take place between partners and not through the media,” said Ramesh, without naming the Sena UBT leader.

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Major Bust of EcoStar Recycling Company in Thane for Selling Expired Goods

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Thane, Maharashtra – In a significant operation, the Thane Crime Branch has exposed EcoStar Recycling Company for allegedly selling expired food items, grains, cosmetics, and sanitary products instead of properly disposing of them as mandated by Flipkart. The company was found to be illegally reselling these goods to the market, raising serious concerns about consumer safety.

The investigation began when the Crime Branch received credible information regarding the questionable practices of EcoStar Recycling. Authorities discovered that the company was reversing the standard protocol for handling expired products, allowing them to enter the market rather than being properly destroyed.

During the raid, officials seized a substantial quantity of expired items that were intended to be discarded. Investigators are now scrutinizing the extent of the operation and the potential network involved in the fraudulent sales.

The Thane Crime Branch, known for its proactive measures against such illegal activities, has emphasized the importance of consumer health and safety. “We are committed to ensuring that companies comply with regulations regarding expired products. Our team is determined to put an end to these harmful practices,” said an officer involved in the investigation.

As inquiries continue, EcoStar Recycling Company faces serious legal repercussions, and additional investigations are underway to track down distribution channels that may have been complicit in the sale of these products.

Authorities remind consumers to be vigilant when purchasing food and hygiene products, advocating for awareness regarding expiry dates. The case highlights the ongoing challenge of illegal sales and the need for stricter enforcement of laws designed to protect public health.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.

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Maharashtra Honeytrap Row: Minister Yogesh Kadam Rejects Allegations, Calls It ‘Political Mudslinging’

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Mumbai: Amid uproar in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly over sensational honeytrap allegations, Minister of State for Home Affairs Yogesh Kadam on Thursday firmly denied any official confirmation regarding the matter.

Reacting to Congress leader Nana Patole’s claims, Kadam said, “There has been no official confirmation so far. No complaint has been filed at any police station. The reports in the media appear completely baseless. This seems like an attempt to defame the government. If anyone has evidence, they should present it, politics should not be played through rumours.

Nana Patole Raises Honeytrap Issue In Assembly

The controversy erupted on Wednesday during Zero Hour when Congress MLA Nana Patole alleged in the Assembly that senior IAS officers and cabinet ministers were being targeted in a honeytrap operation. According to Patole, this may have resulted in the leak of confidential state information.

“There is growing concern that classified information from Maharashtra has been accessed through a systematic honeytrap. Reports suggest involvement of senior officials and ministers. If this has reached anti-national hands, it’s a direct threat to state security,” he said.

Patole demanded that the government issue a clarification in the House by the end of the day, warning that the Opposition would otherwise intensify its agitation. Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar acknowledged the matter and stated that the government should take note.

Outside the House, Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule yesterday commented that the Home Department and police authorities may already be examining the claims. However, Yogesh Kadam’s statement today marked the first official government rejection of the charges.

Meanwhile, Opposition leaders alleged that several top officials had been filmed in compromising positions at a luxury hotel in Nashik. They claimed the footage was being used for blackmail and that at least 72 names had surfaced in preliminary findings. However, these claims remain unverified, and no formal complaints have been lodged.

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Mumbai Tragedy: 40-Year-Old Differently-Abled Woman Dies By Suicide After Jumping Off 16th Floor Of Bandra Govt Colony; Husband Being Questioned

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Mumbai: In a tragic incident on Wednesday, a 40-year-old differently-abled woman allegedly died by suicide by jumping from the 16th floor of her apartment in the New Bandra Government Colony today at 3 PM. The deceased, Sheetal Pawar, lived with her husband Satish Pawar, a government employee with the Bombay High Court, in flat number 1605.

According to Kherwadi police, Satish was present inside the flat at the time of the incident. However, no suicide note was recovered from the scene. Preliminary investigation has revealed that Sheetal was physically challenged and unable to walk, which may have contributed to her mental distress.

The police are continuing their probe from all possible angles. Satish Pawar is also being questioned as part of the investigation.

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