Thu Oct 24 17:57:48 UTC 2024: Here’s a summary of the key points from the article:

1. **Festivals and Offerings**: Devotees express disappointment over not fulfilling vows at Lalbaugcha Raja and Siddhivinayak during this festive season.

2. **Election Expenses**: The Election Commission has set new expense norms, with vegetarian meals priced at ₹70 and non-vegetarian meals at ₹120 for election candidates.

3. **Political Updates**: Sharad Pawar’s faction has released its first candidate list for the upcoming assembly elections, making strategic decisions against Ajit Pawar.

4. **Health Camp**: A health camp for stage workers received a positive response, showcasing community support.

5. **Telecommunication Offers**: Jio has announced a reduced-priced internet plan as a Diwali gift.

6. **Political Campaigning**: Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to campaign for candidates from the “Mahayuti” coalition.

7. **Public Holidays**: A public holiday has been declared for the voting day in the state.

8. **Samir Bhujbal Resignation**: Samir Bhujbal has resigned as the Mumbai president and plans to contest independently.

9. **Aviation News**: The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport will temporarily suspend its Chipi-Mumbai flight service starting tomorrow.

10. **Nilesh Rane’s Political Moves**: Nilesh Rane is joining the Shinde faction of Shiv Sena, aiming to uphold his father’s legacy.

11. **Jammu & Kashmir Incident**: A militant attack on an army vehicle near the LOC resulted in the deaths of two soldiers and two laborers, along with injuries to two more soldiers.

12. **Gifts from the Government**: Ahead of Diwali, the central government announced free LPG cylinders for 1.84 lakh beneficiaries.

13. **Weather Warning**: The cyclone ‘Dana’ is expected to hit land early tomorrow morning.

14. **Societal Issues**: A report highlights the tragic suicide of a woman due to domestic issues related to her husband’s skin color.

15. **Sports Updates**: The India-New Zealand cricket Test series begins today, and India faces its first defeat in hockey post-Olympics.

16. **Financial Schemes**: SBI has introduced a 444-day fixed deposit scheme offering attractive interest rates.

17. **Cultural Observations**: Discussions about the significance of Narak Chaturdashi celebrations and associated customs.

This summary captures the essential news updates and socio-political developments in Maharashtra and beyond.

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