Mumbai: Mumbai Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray targeted BJP after the India-Pakistan cricket match and said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) only pretends to be patriotic and this has now become clear. What would have happened if the cricket match was not played with Pakistan? On one hand, after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Pakistan was declared an enemy country and a delegation was sent against it at the international level. Pakistan’s misdeeds were put forward there, but what message will go at the international level if cricket is played with Pakistan. Pakistan carries out terrorist attacks against India and we play matches with it. The stand that the country had made clear against Pakistan after the Pahalgam attack should be maintained, but the BJP wants to sing praises of Amit Shah and Jai Shah. Delegations from across the country say that Pakistan carried out a terrorist attack on India and now a match is being played with it. Is this right? Uddhav Thackeray also raised questions on the foreign policy regarding Pakistan and said that on one hand we call Pakistan a terrorist country and on the other hand we play cricket with it. We narrate the misdeeds of Pakistan during our foreign trips. So what message will go to these countries that on one hand India calls Pakistan a terrorist and on the other hand maintains relations with it. So why would any country support India against Pakistan? Therefore, it is important to decide whether Pakistan is an enemy or a friend. If we end relations with Pakistan, we can convince other countries to do the same. But what message will go when we talk against Pakistan and play cricket with it? That is why I call the Bharatiya Janata Party a fake Janata Party.

Mumbai 8 important decisions were taken in the Maharashtra Cabinet meeting today. Emphasizing the focus on the basic facilities of the state in the cabinet meeting, the sub-committee for general facilities has been approved. The Chief Minister and other ministers will be members of this committee. The proposal to build 79 Kisan Bhavans for the farmers of the state has also been approved. After the approval of the UP committee i.e. the sub-committee for Maharashtra development, now this committee will take decisions on the work related to development works and projects. The proposal to build a 94 km long road to connect Gudhchiroli by road has been approved. Its estimated cost will be Rs 931 crore 15 lakh. Its responsibility has been given to the Ministry of Construction and PWD. The Energy Department has a target of generating 5,000 MW of electricity in the state and this work has been assigned to the Energy Ministry.

Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has launched a significant health initiative named ‘Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan’ (Healthy Women, Empowered Families) from September 17 to October 3, 2025, through the Public Health Department. The program, backed by the Government of India, emphasizes women’s health, preventive screenings, treatment options, and nutrition education throughout the state.

The initiative is in accordance with the nationwide Seva Pakhwada, initiated to celebrate the 75th birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has highlighted the significance of enabling women’s empowerment via healthcare access and preventive strategies, pointing out that healthy women form the foundation of strong families.

The “Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar” initiative will offer complimentary health assessments for women, comprising blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, anemia, and mental wellness evaluations. Along with screening for oral, breast, and cervical cancer.

Particular attention for pregnant and breastfeeding women, along with adolescent girls. Nutrition education initiatives, emphasizing balanced meals, vitamins, minerals, and iron-folic acid supplements. Awareness initiatives in public health regarding hygiene, sanitation, and yoga.

Health camps and check-ups will be conducted at District and sub-district hospitals, rural and primary health centers, urban health posts, Anganwadi centers, schools, colleges, women’s groups, NGOs, and industrial organizations.

Through these outreach programs, women will readily obtain free medical guidance, treatment, and counseling. For additional details, residents may reach out to the closest ‘Aaple Dawakhana’ centre, Primary Health Center, Urban Health Centre, or Anganwadi

The initiative emphasises the government’s goal of enhancing women’s health as the basis for an advanced society. Authorities have urged women throughout Maharashtra to engage and take advantage of the services available.