Fire breaks out at electrical shop and bike service centre in Thane
A fire broke out at the premises of an electrical shop and a bike service…
Fire breaks out at electrical shop and bike service centre in Thane
A fire broke out at the premises of an electrical shop and a bike service centre in Thane’s Wagle Estate on Monday afternoon, damaging electrical equipment, chemicals and documents. No injuries were reported in the incident, civic officials said. The fire was reported at around 12.59 pm in Keni Nagar in Wagle Estate area of…
NCP denies rift after senior leaders meet Amit Shah in Delhi
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), led by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, on Monday rejected reports of internal differences within the party over a meeting between Union Home Minister Amit Shah and its senior leaders in Delhi, describing the meeting as pre-planned and formal, reported the PTI. The party’s national chief spokesperson, Umesh Patil,…
Navi Mumbai: Indian rock python found resting on bicycle in Vashi, rescued
A large Indian rock python was found resting on a bicycle in a residential area of Vashi, Navi Mumbai, prompting a rescue operation by members of wildlife NGO Sahyadri Rescue Warriors. Following a rescue call, team members Akshay Dange and Dhiraj Gaikwad rushed to the spot and safely rescued the reptile. The sighting raised concerns…
BMC removes Dia Mirza's pollution-free Diwali video after BJP leader's objection
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has removed a video message by actor Dia Mirza promoting an eco-friendly Diwali from its social media platforms following objections from Mumbai BJP chief Ameet Satam, triggering a political controversy over the civic body’s decision. Mirza’s video, which urged people to avoid noise and air pollution during the festival, was…
Karjat bandh protests tree felling for proposed 3,000-MW pumped storage project
Residents of Karjat observed a bandh on Monday to protest against the felling of trees for the proposed 3,000-MW pumped storage project in the region. The project is expected to require the felling of 32,490 trees, triggering opposition from local residents and environmental groups. Why is the project controversial? The proposed Saidongar I Karjat Off-Stream…
Dia Mirza row divides Mumbai civic leadership: Mayor seeks say in BMC campaigns, deputy mayor backs actor
Mumbai’s Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation is experiencing a conflict regarding Dia Mirza’s pollution-free Diwali campaign. Mayor Ritu Tawde demands pre-approval for future campaigns featuring celebrities, criticizing Mirza’s involvement. Deputy Mayor Sanjay Ghadi supports Mirza’s appeal against firecrackers and questions the campaign’s removal from social media.
‘Always been anti-Hindu’: Mumbai mayor’s jibe at Dia Mirza after BMC removes Diwali campaign video; actor responds
In a surprising turn of events, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation decided to pull Dia Mirza’s video from its pollution-free Diwali campaign, bowing to political pressure from the Mumbai BJP chief Ameet Satam, who voiced concerns over her participation. Mayor Ritu Tawde’s remarks labeling Mirza as anti-Hindu sparked further outrage, while other celebrities like Madhuri Dixit…
Construction boom calls for dust control rethink: Experts
Mumbai is grappling with severe dust pollution linked to construction activities like the demolition and excavation of aged structures. Industry players are calling for better practices to address this pressing issue. They propose implementing stage dismantling strategies and requiring dust netting during excavation. Additionally, opting for precast materials can help minimize dust emissions. Policymakers should…
Mumbai’s pollution can be halved in five years, but target must be MMR, not just the city
Mumbai faces severe air pollution challenges, primarily driven by rapid urbanization and industrial growth that extends beyond city limits. Since 2011, vehicle registrations have nearly tripled, while pollution sources include dust, industries, and waste burning. A comprehensive regional clean air plan is essential to address these issues effectively across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Efforts must…
Nimble fingers craft leisurely handmade suits in an age of mass-cloned garments
MN Rao, a notable tailor in Mumbai, founded a successful tailoring house in 1965. His craftsmanship attracted many prominent personalities, including politicians and businessmen. The workshop continues under the guidance of his sons, who emphasize hand-crafted quality. Despite modern machine production, the meticulous craft of bespoke suits retains its charm. Employees, some of whom have…
Man gets eight years in jail for culpable homicide in 2018 Badlapur assault case
A court in Maharashtra’s Thane district has sentenced a man to eight years’ rigorous imprisonment for culpable homicide in a 2018 assault case. The court said that the prosecution failed to prove he intended to commit murder. As per PTI, Kalyan court’s Additional Sessions Judge R V Tamhanekar, in the order on Friday, sentenced Pravin…
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis accuses Congress of 'Samvidhan chori' during Emergency
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday hit back at the Opposition over its “vote chori” charge, accusing the Congress of committing “Samvidhan chori” (theft of the Constitution) during the Emergency and attempting to undermine democratic institutions. Speaking at the BJP’s ‘Save Democracy’ march organised in Thane against what he described as attempts to create…
BJP kicks off counter-protest with 'Lokshahi Bachao, Anarajakta Hatao' padyatra
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its Mahayuti allies on Sunday held a ‘Lokshahi Bachao, Anarajakta Hatao’ (Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy) padyatra in Mumbai, with BJP Maharashtra President Ravindra Chavan accusing the Congress of spreading false narratives about constitutional institutions, including the judiciary and Parliament. Speaking to ANI, Chavan said the Opposition was attempting to…
Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray says he stopped calling to BJP after 2019
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Saturday said that the communication with the BJP, his party’s former ally, stopped in 2019 and never resumed. Speaking at the launch of Sena (UBT) MP and ‘Saamana’ executive editor Sanjay Raut’s latest book, “Bodh Kirtan,” Thackeray referred to Maharashtra Chief Minister (CM) Devendra Fadnavis’s comments two days…
Thane: Two friends lose Rs 7.59 lakh in alleged overseas job scam
Police have registered a case against an individual for allegedly cheating two friends from Thane in Maharashtra of Rs 7.59 lakh after promising them jobs abroad, officials said on Sunday. According to PTI, the accused lured the 38-year-old complainant, a resident of Kopri Colony in Thane, and his friend with promises of securing them jobs…
Tsunamis, storm surges and rising sea levels: Mumbai University, INCOIS plan research centre to strengthen Maharashtra’s coastal safety
A joint research centre is planned by University of Mumbai and Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services. This centre will enhance disaster preparedness and early warning systems along Maharashtra’s 720km coastline. The collaboration aims to support coastal communities in responding to climate change and natural disasters. It will also involve research and development projects…
Mumbai local train megablock today: Central Railway to suspend Trans-Harbour services, block slow lines between CSMT and Vidyavihar; check timings and routes
Today, Central Railway’s Mumbai division will initiate a megablock to carry out essential engineering work, impacting train operations. The Main Line will face interruptions from 10.55 am to 3.55 pm, specifically between CSMT and Vidyavihar. Meanwhile, Trans-Harbour services will not run from 11.10 am to 4.10 pm between Thane and Vashi/Nerul/Panvel. However, Harbour Line trains…
A former Air Force officer claims wife accused him of extra-marital affairs and alcoholism without evidence. Now after 12 years, Mumbai court grants divorce, says unsubstantiated allegations about spouse’s character without proof amount to mental cruelty
A Family Court in Mumbai ruled that unsubstantiated allegations of character and behavior can constitute mental cruelty. This ruling resulted in the divorce of a former Air Force officer after a lengthy legal battle. The court recognized the husband’s claims of mental cruelty due to his wife’s accusations without supporting evidence. It also ordered the…
‘I’ll frame you in a women’s case’: Digital media COO, Juhi Mehta, arrested for ‘driving BMW at Mumbai traffic cop’, gets bail later
Juhi Mehta, the COO of a digital media company, collided her BMW with another vehicle in Vile Parle West. After the incident, she refused to move her car when instructed by traffic constable Prashant Hake. Witnesses recorded the confrontation as Mehta allegedly threatened the constable while attempting to flee the scene. The constable subsequently filed…
BJP plans to go solo in Maharashtra Zilla Parishad elections: Former MP Gavit
Former BJP MP from Nandurbar Heena Gavit on Saturday said the party was preparing to contest the upcoming Zilla Parishad (ZP) elections in Maharashtra independently, while leaving the possibility of a post-election alliance open, reported the PTI. Gavit’s remarks come amid differences between the BJP and its ruling alliance partner, the Shiv Sena led by…
Mumbai airport to shut both runways for six hours on November 19
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) will temporarily shut both its runways for six hours on November 19 as part of its annual post-monsoon maintenance programme. Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL), which operates the airport, said runways 09/27 and 14/32 will remain non-operational from 11 am to 5 pm IST. Runway maintenance planned after monsoon…
MACT awards Rs 1.80 cr to kin of couple killed in Mumbai-Pune Expressway crash
The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) has awarded compensation of Rs 1.80 crore to the heirs of a couple who died in a crash on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway in 2018. The accident took place on December 23, 2018, when a car driven by Ankit Bhupindersingh Chugh rammed into the rear of a truck after the…
Mumbai: Woman rams multiple vehicles, tries to run over cops in Juhu; booked
A woman allegedly rammed her car into multiple vehicles, attempted to run over police personnel and created a ruckus at a traffic signal in Mumbai’s western suburbs, police said on Saturday. The incident took place near the Sangeet Bharati Chowk signal in Juhu at around 8.30 pm on Friday. The woman allegedly sped away after…
Mumbai Harbour line trains disrupted after cloth gets entangled in OHE at Sewri
Local train services on Central Railway’s Harbour line were disrupted during the morning rush hour on Saturday after a piece of cloth became entangled in the overhead equipment (OHE) at Sewri station, officials said. The incident occurred on platform number two of Sewri railway station at around 9.45 am, bringing CSMT-bound local train services to…
Lift crashes down at high speed in Nalasopara seven-storey building; 8 seriously injured
Eight individuals suffered injuries when a lift malfunctioned and fell in Dhananjay Avenue, Nalasopara. Residents reported that the lift dropped suddenly while occupants were traveling to the ground floor. Witnesses helped rescue those trapped inside the lift and transported them to a local hospital. Among the injured was advocate Satish Bhondve, along with his guests…
Woman in BMW drives at traffic cop trying to stop her after crash in Mumbai; video viral
A woman driving a BMW collided with another vehicle in Juhu, prompting a traffic policeman to intervene. After the collision, the woman allegedly attempted to flee the scene, ignoring warnings from bystanders. The policeman stood in front of her car to stop her, but she continued driving despite the danger. She only stopped when a…
Bollywood filmmaker Sanjay Gupta dies at 57 after fall at Mumbai residence
Tragic news broke late Friday night as renowned Bollywood filmmaker Sanjay Gupta was found dead at his Mumbai home. At 57 years old, Gupta suffered injuries from a fall, and authorities have ruled out foul play. Colleagues from the film industry have voiced their disbelief and offered their heartfelt condolences. Gupta’s legacy includes acclaimed works…
BJP now left with just one graduate constituency seat in Maharashtra
Maharashtra’s recent MLC elections have shown a decline in BJP’s influence in graduate constituencies. The party now has only one MLC from the seven graduate constituencies. NCP and Congress have gained ground, winning key areas like Pune and Nagpur. Historically, these constituencies were considered strongholds for BJP’s leadership and voter base. This shift indicates a…
Bombay HC accepts apology of litigant who tried to throw her purse at judge
In a recent development, the Bombay High Court, under Justice Madhav Jamdar, accepted an unconditional apology from a litigant involved in court misconduct. This arose during a contempt case related to an eviction issued against the Thukral family, who had unlawfully returned to the property in question. Following a court directive, they are now required…
Tiger Shroff firing case: Man held from Haryana's Sonipat; 12 arrested so far
The Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested an another accused in the firing case involving actor Tiger Shroff, a police official said. With the latest arrest, the total number of accused arrested in the case has risen to 12, officials said. According to a police official, the accused was arrested from Sonipat in Haryana and was…
Maharashtra releases Rs 90.72 lakh for tree plantation maintenance amid drought
Maharashtra government has sanctioned Rs 90.72 lakh for the maintenance of tree plantations across the state for 2026-27, with a minimum 90 per cent sapling survival rate made mandatory for the release of funds, reported the PTI. The allocation comes as 304 of the state’s 358 talukas have been declared drought-affected following poor rainfall this…
Mumbai, Thane and Palghar likely to receive light rain: IMD
Mumbai, Thane and Palghar were likely to receive light rain on October 30, according to the India Meteorological Department’s (IMD) forecast issued on Friday afternoon. Parts of Mumbai received rainfall during the early hours of Friday even as partly cloudy conditions continued to prevail across the city. According to the nowcast warning issued at 9:30…
Ramdas Athawale offers to mediate between Uddhav, and Devendra Fadnavis
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale offered to play the role of a mediator between Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, saying that he could try to bring the two leaders together permanently in the future. While briefing the media on Friday, the Republican Party of India (Athawale) chief said that…
Maharashtra: Liquor smuggler held in Palghar, goods worth Rs 9.81 lakh seized
An alleged liquor smuggler was arrested in Maharashtra’s Palghar district, and items with an estimated cost of Rs 9.81 lakh have been seized from him, a police official said on Thursday. While briefing about the incident, Superintendent of Police Yatish Deshmukh said that the accused was held in possession of Daman-manufactured liquor on October 28…
Theatre Review: Death and the Maiden: When justice fails, who gets to decide the truth?
Death and the Maiden is a psychological thriller exploring trauma and justice through the story of political prisoner Paulina Salas. Paulina confronts her alleged tormentor, bringing moral dilemmas to the forefront of the narrative. The performances of Ira Dubey, Neil Bhoopalam, and Vivek Gomber add depth to the complex themes. Bruce Guthrie’s direction captures the…
PM10 dust levels exceed limit at 13 of 14 Mumbai air stations: BMC
Air quality monitoring in Mumbai indicates that high PM10 levels significantly exceed national limits across most stations. Chembur and BKC recorded the highest concentrations at over twice the national standard. Construction dust is a major contributor, with around 3,000 projects currently active across the city. Authorities emphasize the importance of adhering to guidelines to mitigate…
Mumbai’s Halloween game gets spookier
This Halloween, Mumbaikars can indulge in an array of thrilling events, showcasing everything from chic yacht parties to spine-chilling ghost walks throughout the city. The Haunted Deck yacht adventure offers a one-of-a-kind celebration by the water, while horror film screenings and supernatural encounters heighten the seasonal spirit. Don’t miss the Halloween Ark Festival featuring a…
