The Budget reveals Maharashtra faces its highest debt projection at Rs 9.3 lakh crore and a revenue deficit of Rs 45,891 crores for 2025-26. With limited financial room, it maintains existing schemes while raising district annual plans and proposes new taxes to generate revenue.
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Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is recovering after being stabbed at his Bandra home. He underwent surgery for multiple wounds, and doctors expect him to be discharged within days. Police are intensifying their search for the attacker, who remains at large. The incident has sparked concerns over public safety, with political leaders demanding stronger measures.
Spinner Varun Chakravarthy made an impressive ICC Champions Trophy debut with a five-wicket haul, leading India to a 44-run victory over New Zealand. This performance marked the best-ever bowling figures by an Indian debutant in the tournament. India's unbeaten record secured a semi-final clash against Australia, where Varun's spin could be crucial.
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The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has accused French engineering firm SYSTRA of deflecting from its own breaches following termination notices. MMRDA denies corruption allegations and is probing possible illegalities by SYSTRA concerning unauthorized access to Metro project sites and documents.
A 21-year-old student from Padmavati lost Rs10 lakh to fraudsters who promised to help her participate in a beauty pageant in Egypt. The student frequently participated in beauty pageants and was exploited. Her parents took a loan to support her. The girl discovered the fraud when she found the travel ticket was fake. She then filed an FIR.
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