Hindi exam for Maharashtra government staff sparks protest

Commuters pass by a newly put-up poster of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray. | Photo Credit: PTI Marathi language groups and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena have opposed a Maharashtra government notification announcing Hindi examinations for its employees. According to the notification, a Hindi examination will be held for gazetted officers and non-gazetted employees…

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Dhurandhar 2 Competes with Kantara at Hindi Box Office: Rishab Shetty’s Folk Thriller Sees Profit 2.3 Times Greater

The Indian box office has experienced a remarkable surge over the past six months, primarily driven by the success of the films Dhurandhar and its sequel, Dhurandhar 2. The sequel has achieved an impressive profit of nearly 950 crore, translating to an extraordinary return on investment of almost 400%. This franchise, led by Ranveer Singh,…

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Maharashtra Hindi Exam Row: Shiv Sena UBT Alleges ‘Language Imposition’ On State Employees

A fresh language controversy has emerged in Maharashtra after the state government announced plans to hold Hindi proficiency examinations for government employees. The notification, issued by the state language department, has triggered strong political reactions and revived debates around linguistic identity and administrative priorities in the state. According to the circular, Hindi language tests for…

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