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Entrepreneur
06-08-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Maharashtra Cabinet Approves Startup Policy, Freight Corridor and Land Reforms
For the textile sector, the government approved a grant of INR 50 crore for 1,124 workers of the Nagpur Weavers' Cooperative Spinning Mill. The funds will be generated from the sale of the mill's land. You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. The Maharashtra Cabinet on Tuesday cleared several significant proposals aimed at boosting economic growth, infrastructure, and social welfare. According to a statement from the Chief Minister's Office, the state has adopted the Maharashtra Startup, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Policy 2025. The initiative is designed to encourage skill development, promote entrepreneurship, and support innovation across various sectors. In a major infrastructure move, the cabinet approved the development of a new freight corridor linking Vadhavan Port in Palghar district to the Hindu Hriday Samrat Balasaheb Thackeray Maharashtra Samruddhi Mahamarg at Bharvir. Project planning and land acquisition for the corridor have been finalised. Land reform measures also received a nod. A policy for disposing of unviable government land, including small, narrow, inaccessible, or landlocked plots unsuitable for construction, has been sanctioned. Additionally, the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation has been allowed to monetise surplus land through a revised policy for commercial use of its additional holdings. For the textile sector, the government approved a grant of INR 50 crore for 1,124 workers of the Nagpur Weavers' Cooperative Spinning Mill. The funds will be generated from the sale of the mill's land. In the healthcare and welfare sector, the cabinet decided to raise the monthly grant for non-government organisations working with leprosy patients from INR 2,000 to INR 6,000, enhancing support for those in need. Officials said these decisions reflect the government's focus on fostering economic progress while ensuring social inclusion.
Indian Express
10-06-2025
- Indian Express
5 from Kerala killed in Kenya bus accident
Five from Kerala were killed in a road accident in Kenya on Monday, the Indian Embassy in Qatar said Tuesday. A group of 28 Indians, expatriates in Qatar, left on June 6 to visit Kenya. They were touring Kenya when their bus met with an accident in Nyandarua County in Central Kenya. Several others in the bus have sustained injuries. The deceased were identified as Geetha Isaac, 58, a resident of Thiruvalla; Jasna Kuttikkattuchalily (29) of Thrissur and her one-and-a-half-year-old daughter Ruhi Mehrin; Riya Ann, 41, of Palakkad and her eight-year-old daughter. The Indian embassy in Qatar posted on X: 'A group of 28 Indians from Qatar were visiting Kenya, where their bus met with an unfortunate road accident yesterday. As per available information, five Indian nationals have lost their lives in the accident. Officials from HCI Nairobi are on the ground and extending all help.' Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan conveyed condolences to the families of the victims and assured support, the Chief Minister Office said Tuesday. In its statement, the CMO said Loka Kerala Sabha in Kenya has been working closely with the Indian High Commission and local authorities to help those affected. NORKA ROOTS, the state government entity for expatriates' welfare, is coordinating support efforts through its global contact centre. The CMO also said all the injured persons are being shifted to hospitals in Nairobi. The bodies of the victims will also be taken to Nairobi.
The Print
11-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar condoles death of BSF sub-inspector in J&K
In a statement by the Chief Minister Office (CMO) on Sunday, 'The CM expressed deep condolences on the death of Mohammed Imtiaz, who was killed when his BSF unit positioned along international border in RS Pura sector in J&K came under heavy Pakistani firing on Saturday.' Kumar said Imtiaz's sacrifice will always be remembered with pride and gratitude. His mortal remains are expected to arrive at his home at Narayanpur village in Saran district on Monday, where his last rites will be performed with full state honours. Patna/Saran, May 11 (PTI) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar condoled the death of BSF sub-inspector Mohammed Imtiaz, who was killed when his unit posted along the international border in Jammu and Kashmir's RS Pura sector came under heavy Pakistani firing on Saturday. 'I express my deepest condolences to the bereaved family members. May his soul rest in peace. His last rites will be performed with full state honours'. An ex gratia, in accordance with the state government policy, will be handed over to the bereaved family members, the statement added. Talking to PTI, Saran district magistrate Aman Samir said, 'Last rites of Mohammed Imtiaz will be performed at his native place with full state honours on Monday'. The news of Imtiaz's death left his village in a state of mourning. Villagers gathered at his house on Sunday to console the grieving family members. Aftab, a relative of Imtiaz, told reporters, 'Everyone is proud of Imtiaz for the ultimate sacrifice. He was very enthusiastic about joining the forces. I have seen him working hard to get selected'. Immediate family members of Imtiaz were not available for comments. PTI COR PKD MNB This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
