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Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin beneficiary count drops by 80 lakh after verification drive

Around 80 lakh women are now ineligible for the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana. The Opposition claims this is due to a financial crisis. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis states only ineligible beneficiaries were removed after verification. The government aims to ensure benefits reach deserving recipients. The scheme targets poorer women…

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80 lakh Maharashtra women ineligible for Ladki Bahin scheme; Oppn alleges financial crisis

Around 80 lakh women in Maharashtra are no longer eligible for the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin scheme. This follows an e-KYC deadline, with the government citing non-compliance with eligibility criteria. Opposition parties allege this reflects a severe financial crisis in the state. The government states the beneficiary count dropped from…

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Tatkare regrets no NCP leader backed him, Patel when they were 'targeted' after Ajit Pawar's death

Maharashtra NCP president Sunil Tatkare expressed disappointment. He stated party colleagues did not support him and Praful Patel when targeted by the opposition. This occurred after Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's death earlier this year. Sunetra Pawar, who now heads the NCP, stressed unity. Party ministers and senior leaders attended…

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Onion farmers stage protest against government's procurement prices in Nashik, block Mumbai - Agra National highway

Onion farmers protested on the Mumbai-Agra National Highway in Nashik demanding higher prices for their produce. Opposition leaders including the likes of Congress state president Harshvardhan Sapkal led the demonstration. Farmers distributed Melody toffees during the protest and called for a higher Minimum Support Price and an inquiry into procurement…

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NCP (SP) holds bicycle rally in Nagpur to protest fuel price hike, inflation

NCP (SP) workers and leaders held a bicycle rally in Nagpur to protest rising petrol and diesel prices. Former minister Anil Deshmukh led the demonstration, highlighting the impact on farmers and daily essentials. The party submitted a memorandum demanding fuel tax reduction and central government intervention. Fuel prices recently increased…

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'Nobody can outdo us in violence': Bangladesh’s student-led NCP issues warning to ruling BNP

Bangladesh's National Citizen Party spokesperson Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain issued a stern warning to the ruling party, asserting their readiness for violence if provoked. Following an attack on a party leader, Bhuyain demanded arrests, threatening a generational battle if the government persists with aggression.

The Times of India

PM Modi working to protect India's prestige on global stage: Sharad Pawar

NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar acknowledges Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts in enhancing India's global standing. Pawar emphasizes that political differences should not hinder collective action for national interest. He recalls past leaders like Indira Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru who prioritized the nation's reputation. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut…

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Sharad Pawar chairs NCP (SP) meet on political situation; Rohit skips citing urgent water issue

Sharad Pawar led a crucial NCP (SP) meeting in Mumbai to strategize for the party's revival and discuss national and state political scenarios. Rohit Pawar clarified his absence, citing an urgent water crisis affecting farmers in his constituency. The party also reviewed its performance in recent elections and planned for…

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Rohit Pawar joins onion farmers' protest; says govt must buy produce at Rs 25 per kg

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar led a protest demanding the government buy onions at Rs 25 per kg. Farmers are selling produce at distress prices due to falling rates. Pawar stated farmers are not recovering production costs. He also called for compensation for those who sold onions at low rates.…

The Economic Times

'Where is Modi?': Sanjay Raut questions PM's foreign tour

Sanjay Raut of Shiv Sena (UBT) has strongly criticized the BJP. He questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign visits while the country faces crises. Raut also alleged that national institutions, including NEET, are under BJP's complete control. He highlighted issues with state leaders' convoys and defended the legacy of Maharashtra's…

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Maharashtra MLC’s attendance book reveals ex-CM Uddhav Thackeray attended 42 of 133 sittings

Uddhav Thackeray attended only 31.58 percent of legislative sittings as MLC. Other leaders like Bhavana Gawali and Ramraje Naik-Nimbalkar also missed sessions. In contrast, Amol Mitkari, Shashikant Shinde, and Rajesh Rathod recorded high attendance. Data covers legislative council proceedings over recent years.

The Economic Times

Paranjpe was inducted in Shiv Sena to stop him from joining MVA; NCP was kept in loop: Uday Samant

Former NCP leader Anand Paranjpe has joined the Shiv Sena. Maharashtra minister Uday Samant revealed the move was to keep Paranjpe from joining opposition parties. The NCP, led by Sunetra Pawar, was informed about the induction. This was done to prevent any misunderstandings within the ruling Mahayuti alliance. Paranjpe previously…

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Praful Patel, Sunil Tatkare and 22 NCP MLAs will contest elections on BJP tickets, claims Rohit Pawar

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar alleged Praful Patel, Sunil Tatkare, and 22 NCP MLAs will contest elections on BJP tickets. He also raised concerns about drug sales and extortion in Baramati. An NCP spokesperson denied these claims, stating the party is united under Sunetra Pawar's leadership.

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Austerity appeal: Sharad Pawar urges PM Modi to convene all-party meet

NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar has called for an all-party meeting. He wants to discuss the economic impact of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's austerity appeal. Pawar believes the appeal has caused unease among citizens and businesses. He stressed the need to restore public confidence and ensure stability. The government should…

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National Car Parks is in administration – some big companies are so dependent on debt that they can’t adjust to change

When the UK’s biggest private car park company went into administration last month, some motorists might have been surprised. How could National Car Parks (NCP), a company that charged so much for parking, at so many prime sites across the country, run out of road?

The Guardian - UK

High charges, poor service: NCP hits the skids as drivers change habits

Britons are likely to have little loyalty to the car park operator as it goes into administration with a £305m debt burden

International Business Times UK

NCP Car Parks Enters Administration: 700 Jobs at Risk as UK's Largest Parking Operator Faces Crisis

Discover the impact of NCP Car Parks entering administration on UK commuters, with nearly 700 jobs at risk and potential changes in urban parking demand

The Times of India

‘From printing money to administration’: Netizens react to downfall of UK’s biggest car park operator National Car Parks

Britain’s largest parking operator, National Car Parks (NCP), has entered administration, putting hundreds of jobs at risk and raising questions about the future of its vast network of car parks across the UK.

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Car park firm NCP falls into administration, putting nearly 700 jobs at risk

PwC called in as administrators after company runs out of cash, leaving it unable to pay landlords and creditors

The Independent UK

Why car park giant with hundreds of sites fell into administration

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Major UK car park firm collapses into administration

Hundreds of jobs at risk as NCP car parks may be put up for sale

Evening Standard

Car park operator NCP falls into administration as post-Covid commuting stalls

The company, which is one of the UK’s biggest operators with around 340 car parks nationwide, appointed administrators at PwC.

Evening Standard

Britain's biggest car park operator NCP crashes into administration

The 95 year old Japanese owned company has been making losses since the pandemic and cannot meets its “financial obligations”

The Conversation

Bangladesh’s election represents politics as usual, and some hope for change

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has returned to power after winning a landslide victory in the country’s recent parliamentary elections last week.

The Times of India

Why Bangladesh's student-led NCP failed to replicate Assam's AGP moment of 1985

Bangladesh's National Citizen's Party, born from a student uprising that ousted Sheikh Hasina, failed to translate its momentum into electoral success, securing only 5 seats. Internal divisions and a controversial alliance with Jamaat-e-Islami alienated voters, leading many to the BNP. The NCP now faces the challenge of electoral politics after…

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