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    15.04.2026:President of India Droupadi Murmu  presided over the second convocation ceremony of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) was held in Nagpur.   Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Union Minister of State for Public Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav, AIIMS Nagpur President Dr. Anant Pandhare, and Executive Director Dr. Prashant Joshi, professors, students  were present. President Droupadi Murmu conferred degrees symbolically upon eight students who had excelled in various courses. Subsequently, a total of 210 students were awarded degrees and gold medals in recognition of their academic achievements. These included 129 MBBS graduates, 29 MD/MS, 35 B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing, 5 M.Sc., and 12 graduates from allied and healthcare branches.

    15.04.2026: PRESIDENT OF INDIA GRACES CONVOCATION CEREMONY OF AIIMS NAGPUR

    PRESIDENT OF INDIA GRACES CONVOCATION CEREMONY OF AIIMS NAGPUR NO MATTER HOW ADVANCED THE TECHNOLOGY…

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    14 04 2026 :  Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma accompanied by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis visited the Chaityabhumi Memorial of Bharat Ratna Dr B R Ambedkar and garlanded the bust of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar on the occasion of the Birth Anniversary of the Architect of the Constitution in Mumbai. The ‘Trisharan Buddha Vandana’ was recited on the occasion. The Governor and the Chief Minister visited the exhibition of rare photographs of Dr Ambedkar put up by the Municipal Corporation and later offered flowers at the Bheem Jyot. The Governor presented the holy clothes (Chivar) to the Buddhist monks on the occasion.  Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar, Chairman of Maharashtra Legislative Council Prof Ram Shinde, Prakash Ambedkar, Deputy Speaker of Maharashtra Assembly Anna Bansode, Mayor of Mumbai Ritu Tawde, Ministers Chhagan Bhujbal, Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Ashish Shelar, Sanjay Shirsat, Sanjay Rathod, former MP Rahul Shewale, Chief Secretary Rajesh Aggarwal, Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Bhide, Principal Secretary Dr Harshdeep Kamble, Secretary to the Governor Dr Prashant Narnaware, Executive President, Bharatiya Bauddha Mahasabha Bhimrao Ambedkar, Bhadant Dr Rahul Bodhi Mahathero, Nagsen Kamble, officials and prominent persons were present.

    14.04.2026: Governor, CM offer tributes to Dr Ambedkar on his birth anniversary

    Maharashtra Governor, CM offer tributes to Dr Ambedkar on his birth anniversary Maharashtra Governor Jishnu…

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    14 04 2026 : Governor Jishnu Dev Varma inaugurated the FIre Service Week on the occasion of National Fire Service Day at Lok Bhavan Mumbai.  Twelve fire officers and personnel from the Mumbai Fire Brigade, MIDC and Maharashtra Fire Services were conferred the President’s Fire Service Medals by the Governor for their distinguished service. Earlier Director of Maharashtra Fire Services, Santosh Warik, pinned the Fire Service Flag badge on the Governor’s jacket. Director Santosh Warik delivered the introductory remarks, while Chief Fire Officer of Mumbai Fire Brigade, Ravindra Ambulgekar, proposed the vote of thanks.

    14.04.2026: Governor inaugurates Fire Service Week

    Maharashtra Governor inaugurates Fire Service Week 12 Fire Officers and Personnel from Mumbai Conferred President’s…

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    14 04 2026 :  Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma participated in the Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti celebrations organised by the Staff members of Lok Bhavan in the Lok Bhavan staff residential complex in Mumbai. The Governor offered floral tributes to the bust of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. Members of the Sarvajanik Utsav samitil felicitated the Governor on the occasion.

    14.04.2026: Governor pays tributes to Dr Ambedkar at Lok Bhavan

    Governor pays tributes to Dr Ambedkar at Lok Bhavan Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma offered…

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    13.04.2026: The Governor of Maharashtra and Chancellor of Universities Jishnu Dev Varma, emphasized that only one or two universities from the state currently feature in national rankings, and this scenario must change. He noted that although cluster universities are relatively new, their affiliated colleges are well-established and reputed. Therefore, these universities must make concerted efforts to improve their standing in national rankings.
The Governor was speaking at a review meeting of four cluster universities of the state held at Lok Bhavan, Mumbai. The meeting was attended by Dr. Hemlata Bagla, Vice-Chancellor of HSNC University; Prof. Rajneesh Kamat, Vice-Chancellor of Dr. Homi Bhabha State University; Chandrakant Dalvi, Provost, and Dr. Gnyandev Mhaske, Vice-Chancellor of Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil University, Satara; and Dr. D. T. Shirke, Vice-Chancellor of Warana University, Warananagar along with other university officials. Highlighting the goal of a Viksit Bharat, the Governor stressed the need for complete eradication of tuberculosis (TB). He urged cluster universities to actively involve students in the “TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.” He suggested organizing poster competitions, jingles in Marathi and Hindi, and other innovative activities to promote awareness. During the meeting, the universities made presentations covering implementation of the National Education Policy, innovative courses, best practices, research projects, skill-based programmes, student enrolment, notable achievements, and collaborations with national and international institutions.

    13.04.2026: Governor holds meeting with Vice-Chancellors of Cluster Universities

    Governor holds meeting with Vice-Chancellors of Cluster Universities Calls for Improvement in National Rankings The…

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    12.04.2026: Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma condoles the demise of Asha Bhosle

    “‘Jo Bhi Hai, Bus Yehi Ek Pal Hai’ had become the philosophy of her life”…

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    Governor pays tribute to Mahatma Phule

    11.04.2026: Governor pays tribute to Mahatma Phule

    Governor pays tribute to Mahatma Phule Governor of Maharashtra Jishnu Dev Varma offered floral tributes…

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    10.04.2026: The Governor of Maharashtra, Jishnu Dev Varma, inaugurated the National Seminar on “Cost Audit for Viksit Bharat,” organized by the Institute of Cost Accountants of India at Y B Chavan Auditorium in Mumbai. Dr. Ramakant Panda, Founder of the Asian Heart Institute; T.C.A. Srinivasa Prasad, President of ICMAI; Neeraj Joshi, Vice President; Manoj Kumar Anand, Chairman of the Professional Development Committee of ICMAI; Vikas Deodhar, Past President; Dr. Prashant Narnaware, Secretary to the Governor; S. Ramamoorthy, Joint Secretary to the Governor, ICMAI members and professionals were present. The Governor stated that cost audit is not merely a compliance requirement, but a strategic tool for effective economic governance.
He called upon the Institute of Cost Accountants of India to create awareness about its professional programmes among universities and colleges located beyond big cities so that students in other regions will know about the opportunities available in this field. The Governor also recommended making cost audit mandatory for listed companies, manufacturers of FMCG, multinational corporations, and credit institutions.

    10.04.2026: Maharashtra Governor calls for strengthening Cost Audit framework for ‘Viksit Bharat’

    Maharashtra Governor calls for strengthening Cost Audit framework for ‘Viksit Bharat’ Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev…

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    09.04.2026: Governor addresses UNEP meet on Reducing Plastic Footprint

    Maharashtra Governor addresses UNEP meet on Reducing Plastic Footprint Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma presided…

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    07.04.2026 : The Governor of Maharashtra Jishnu Dev Varma presided over the 99th Foundation Day of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and felicitated its past presidents in Mumbai. FICCI started in Mumbai at the instance of Mahatma Gandhi, will be celebrating its Centenary in the year 2027. Minister of Protocol Jaykumar Rawal, President of FICCI Anant Goenka, Sr Vice President Vijay Sankar, Director General Jyoti Vij, Secretary to the Governor Dr Prashant Narnaware and captains of Industry were present.

    07.04.2026: Maharashtra Governor attends 99th Foundation Day of FICCI

    Maharashtra Governor attends 99th Foundation Day of FICCI The Governor of Maharashtra Jishnu Dev Varma…

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    01.04.2026:  As per the guidelines of Capacity Building Commission, Government of India, and ‘Karmayogi Bharat’, the ‘Sadhana Saptah’ is being celebrated in Maharashtra from 2nd April to 8th April, 2026.  A workshop was held at Maharashtra Lok Bhavan on Wednesday (1st April) to guide hte officers and staff regarding the observance of 'Sadhana Saptah'. Under Secretary Vikas Kulkarni conducted the workshop.

    01.04.2026: ‘Sadhana Saptah’ Workshop held at Maharashtra Lok Bhavan

    ‘Sadhana Saptah’ Workshop held at Maharashtra Lok Bhavan As per the guidelines of Capacity Building…

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    Governor Jishnu Dev Varma calls on Home Minister Amit Shah

    01.04.2026: Governor Jishnu Dev Varma calls on Home Minister Amit Shah

    Governor Jishnu Dev Varma calls on Home Minister Amit Shah The Governor of Maharashtra Jishnu…

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