Today, 46 years ago, in 1960, Maharashtra was officially bestowed statehood. Mumbai (Bombay, as it was known then), was declared its capital. In central Mumbai, Maharashtra Day is celebrated at Shivaji Park.
The Governor, along with members of the the State Reserve Police force, Brihanmumbai Commando Force, home guards, civil defence, fire brigade and city police take the salute at the ceremonial parade.
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Overseas property company Larionovo has returned deposits to a number of its clients who bought units in schemes in India. The Sunday Business Post understands that the move was prompted by concerns over the ability of buyers to repatriate funds. Larionovo began marketing units in three schemes in India in the spring of last year. Two of the schemes, Green Hill and Green Valley, are located south of the capital of Mumbai. The third, Cape Corinth, is in the holiday resort of Goa. Prices ranged from €29,250 for a studio at Hill View to €52,000 for a one-bedroom unit in Cape Corinth.