Yogesh Joshi is Assistant Editor at Hindustan Times. He covers politics, security, development and human rights from Western Maharashtra.
Articles by Yogesh Joshi
Hailstorm havoc: A grim tale of Nashik’s grape farms
As farmers navigate the balance between hope and adversity, the call for comprehensive support systems and long-term strategies becomes more urgent than ever
Updated on Dec 07, 2023 05:58 AM IST
Why Marathas are angry with politicians within the community?
Protesters in Maharashtra, India, are targeting Maratha politicians from across party lines, setting fire to their houses and offices. The anger is a result of a perceived lack of action by established Maratha leaders in addressing the needs of the community, particularly in terms of education and employment opportunities. The Maratha community has historically held significant political power in the state, but protesters argue that this has not translated into meaningful change for ordinary Maratha people. The demonstrations mark a departure from previous protests, which have often targeted non-Maratha politicians or the government.
Updated on Oct 31, 2023 11:30 PM IST
With focus and perseverance, he fought graft with military dedication
Major General SCN Jatar (retd), an anti-corruption crusader and Pune’s prominent face of civic activism, passed away following prolonged illness at 91
Published on Oct 25, 2023 10:39 PM IST
Monday Musings: Maratha reservation issue takes a troubling turn
The support Manoj Jarange is receiving within the community has left the state government, especially the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), in a fix
Updated on Oct 23, 2023 07:10 AM IST
The brief political career of a drug operative that’s now haunting Shiv Sena
Fadnavis claimed that Patil who sparked a massive manhunt after he escaped from Pune’s Sassoon Hospital while in police custody, had been a member of Shiv Sena.
Updated on Oct 22, 2023 09:46 AM IST
The brief political career of a drug operative that’s now haunting Shiv Sena
On Friday, Maharashtra deputy chief minister Devendra Fadnavis had claimed that Lalit Patil had been a member of the Shiv Sena when it was still undivided
Updated on Oct 22, 2023 06:48 AM IST
Monday Musings: Politician-builder nexus and how it works
Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray had publicly admitted that politician-builder nexus does exist in Maharashtra although according to him it was a positive one required for the revival of the realty sector in the state
Updated on Oct 16, 2023 07:58 AM IST
100 days in office: Ajit’s struggles are far from over
How Pawar is striving to still settle in the saddle, despite joining the alliance government with much ambition
Updated on Oct 15, 2023 07:10 AM IST
China in sight, India looks to West for tech
India and the US deepen their technology partnership for the future, focusing on countering China's influence and supporting each other's technology ecosystems.
Published on Oct 04, 2023 10:35 PM IST
Monday Musings: Noise pollution menace will take a toll if no action is taken
This year was no different when noise pollution during the immersion procession at the end of the ten-day Ganeshotstav reached a crescendo in Pune, Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra
Updated on Oct 02, 2023 06:10 AM IST
Monday Musings: Will reservation bill boost women’s representation from non-political background
Currently, the number is poor at 8 per cent with only 24 MLAs from across Maharashtra representing around 5.4 crore women in a state with having estimated total population of around 12 crores
Updated on Sep 25, 2023 07:09 PM IST
Govt’s band-aid solutions make onions politically sensitive
Farmers and traders in a fix over onion-related issues in Maharashtra as both blame state and centre for lack of political will to find solutions
Published on Sep 25, 2023 12:03 AM IST
Monday Musings: The Maratha factor in Maharashtra
The apex court has taken a firm stand on the issue and has also quashed a review petition by Shinde-led state government in April this year
Updated on Sep 10, 2023 11:56 PM IST
CM calls all party meeting on Maratha reservation today
At Antarwali Sarati, Jarange Patil welcomed the decision to convene an all-party meeting although he clarified that hunger strike will continue
Published on Sep 10, 2023 11:43 PM IST
Monday Musings: 20 years later, stamp paper scam continues to score political points
Responding to Chhagan Bhujbal’s criticism, Sharad Pawar senior said his one-time colleague would have ended up in jail in the Telgi case if he hadn’t resigned
Updated on Sep 04, 2023 12:26 AM IST
Centre’s 40% duty on onion exports will harm farmers: Sharad Pawar
The central government’s 40% duty on onion export will harm farmers, NCP chief Sharad Pawar said on Sunday
Updated on Aug 21, 2023 01:06 AM IST
Monday Musings: Rationalism in the era of fake news
If science is believed to be something realistic, yet the technologies based on science seem to facilitate more fake news and information that doesn’t necessarily advance the public good
Updated on Aug 21, 2023 12:23 AM IST
Traders upset over Centre’s 40% export duty on onion, farmers stop auction at wholesale market
At India’s largest onion trading mandi in Lasalgaon, Nashik district, farmers and traders staged a protest on Sunday while at Rahuri agriculture market in Ahmednagar, farmers affiliated to Swabhimani Shetkari Sanghatana stopped auctioning on the commodity
Updated on Aug 20, 2023 11:54 PM IST
‘Dr Dabholkar’s work is rooted beyond Maharashtra’
Dr Narendra Dabholkar’s murder was an act of terrorism according to the charge sheet submitted by the Central Bureau of Investigation. The main purpose was to create terror and unease in society. Many of those who were considered fringe elements back then are now at the forefront
Updated on Aug 20, 2023 12:28 AM IST
NCP members align with BJP after ED action, same case with Jayant Patil
Amid speculations of NCP's Jayant Patil joining BJP, Sharad Pawar says some colleagues joined BJP after receiving notices from central agencies. Pawar expressed confidence in Patil and his ideologies. He also clarified that there is no confusion within the MVA alliance over his meeting with nephew Ajit Pawar. Pawar visited Baramati for the first time after Ajit Pawar joined BJP-Shiv Sena. MVA constituents Congress and Shiv Sena sought clarification from Pawar about the meetings. Pawar reiterated that his faction will not align with BJP.
Updated on Aug 14, 2023 10:41 PM IST
Not aware of what transpired between Pawars: Maharashtra NCP chief Jayant Patil
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Jayant Patil has denied that the meeting between party founder Sharad Pawar and nephew Ajit Pawar was "secret." Patil said he was not aware of what transpired between the two. The meeting, which took place at a businessman's residence, has sparked speculation about a possible split in the NCP. Patil, who is reportedly in touch with Ajit and BJP leaders for a possible switch to their side, was also present at the meeting. However, Patil insisted that he is still with Sharad Pawar and there is no split in the party.
Updated on Aug 13, 2023 10:13 PM IST
Some ‘well-wishers’ trying to persuade but won’t join hands with BJP: Sharad Pawar
Speaking in Solapur on Sunday, senior Pawar said that association with the BJP is not possible in accordance with the political ideology of the NCP
Updated on Aug 13, 2023 11:28 PM IST
Speculation intensifies as Pawar and Ajit hold secret meet in Pune
To avoid the media glare, Ajit had left his official convoy at the government guest house. Before leaving Chordia’s residence 15 minutes before Jayant Patil, he sent his official car out of the gate well ahead of his exit by another car. Visuals from Marathi television channels suggest that in its haste to leave the scene, the car bumped into the iron gate
Updated on Aug 13, 2023 12:35 AM IST
Monday Musings: Maharashtra’s power trading leaders, confused cadre & cynic voters
Absence of public representatives have left citizens with no choice but to directly reach out to civic administration
Updated on Aug 06, 2023 11:07 PM IST
Modi-Pawar bonhomie on display amid political remarks at Tilak award ceremony
While CM Eknath Shinde and Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis shook hands with Sharad Pawar, Ajit Pawar skipped the opportunity, and walked past his uncle.
Updated on Aug 02, 2023 12:45 AM IST
Sharad Pawar, nephew Ajit to share stage with PM Modi in Pune today
Ajit Pawar had last month joined hands with chief minister Eknath Shinde and assumed the post of deputy CM alongside Devendra Fadnavis on July 2
Updated on Aug 01, 2023 11:04 AM IST
Monday Musings: Metro takes shape, Pune airport not even mentioned in debates
The irony is that while the city is the second largest in the state and a bigger contributor than any other city in terms of employment, the proposed airport on paper now doesn’t even figure among discussions of those ruling the state
Updated on Jul 31, 2023 12:35 AM IST
Ghost town gets new lease of life
The National Company Law Tribunal has approved a proposal by Darwin Platform Infrastructure Limited to take over Lavasa, a private city in Pune district. The decision has revived hopes for thousands of home buyers and investors who have been affected by the uncertainties surrounding the project. Darwin Platform Infrastructure Limited has expressed eagerness to revitalize the project and prioritize the needs of stakeholders. However, the execution of the resolution plan is subject to environmental clearances.
Updated on Jul 30, 2023 01:09 AM IST
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Monday Musings: Needed, a strong leader of opposition in Maharashtra
Maharashtra is also likely to get a new leader of opposition in the monsoon session of the state assembly that will begin today (Monday)
Updated on Jul 17, 2023 12:46 AM IST
Monday Musings: Two steps forward, one step back: story of Pawar politics
The four-time chief minister and three-time Union Minister admitted in the book that due to ability to maintain friendship with politicians from various ideological spectrums, cost him politically
Updated on Jul 10, 2023 12:21 AM IST
