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Hotels in Maha to observe shutdown on July 14 to protest ‘unbearable’ tax hikes

Mumbai, July 11 (UNI) In protest against the hike in various state taxes, the hotel and restaurant industry in Maharashtra has called for a statewide bandh on July 14.

This was announced by the AHAR (Indian Hotel and Restaurant Association) today.
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Maha: War of words escalates over Women’s Reservation Bill; Congress hits back at BJP, RSS gets drawn into row

19 Apr 2026 | 7:40 PM

Mumbai, Apr 19 (UNI) A sharp political slugfest has erupted between the BJP and the Congress over the Women’s Reservation Bill, with senior Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar launching a strong counterattack after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s criticism of the opposition.

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From AI to Empathy: SYMHEALTH 2026 Redefines the Future of Healthcare

19 Apr 2026 | 5:40 PM

Pune, Apr 19 (UNI) India's healthcare journey must now decisively move from access gaps to purpose-driven care, where technology amplifies empathy rather than replaces it, said Ms. Namita Thapar, Executive Director, Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

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Lifetime Achievement Award Ceremony Held in Pune; Vastaad Buvaji Liman Honoured

19 Apr 2026 | 5:23 PM

Pune, Apr 19 (UNI) The “Swargiya Bhai Nevrekars Lifetime Achievement Award” was presented to renowned wrestling mentor Buvaji Liman on Sunday.

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Independent, fearless Journalism essential for strong Democracy and Development

19 Apr 2026 | 5:09 PM

Pune, Apr 19 (UNI) Independent and fearless journalism is crucial for a strong democracy and the overall development of the nation, observed industrialist and social activist Krishnakumar Goyal.

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Kharat case surfaces only because of Maha DyCM Shinde’s alleged connection, claims Shyam Manav

19 Apr 2026 | 4:38 PM

Akola, Apr 19 (UNI) Anti-superstition activist Shyam Manav today made serious allegations in connection with the self-proclaimed godman 'Captain' Ashok Kharat case, claiming that the matter came to light due to alleged involvement of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.

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