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State sweats to recover Ladki Bahin, PM Kisan funds from ineligible recipients
Updated on Jan 25, 2025 09:49 AM IST
Maharashtra faces a ₹4,000 crore recovery challenge as 3 million ineligible women and 1.2 million farmers received benefits from popular schemes.
Surendra P Gangan, Mumbai
Maharashtra blast: 8 killed in explosion at ordnance factory in Bhandara
Maharashtra blast: The explosion caused the roof of the factory to collapse and earthmovers were pressed into service to clear the debris.
Updated on Jan 24, 2025 03:49 PM IST
Autorickshaw, taxi fares hiked by ₹3 from February 1
The decision to hike fares was taken due to the increased cost of living, vehicles, fuel, operational expenses, maintenance costs and other factors
Updated on Jan 25, 2025 09:55 AM IST
IIT Bombay alumni couple pledge $11 million donation to alma mater
IIT Bombay alumni Jitendra Mohan and Swapna Samant donate $11 million to support semiconductor research, women's STEM faculty, and hostel redevelopment.
Updated on Jan 25, 2025 10:25 AM IST
No new civic taxes but water bills may increase: Bhushan Gagrani
He agreed that capital expenditure has been rising but, he pointed out, this was attributed to the massive infrastructure projects being undertaken by the BMC.
Updated on Jan 25, 2025 10:35 AM IST
Saif Ali Khan pounced on attacker to save his son, say Mumbai police
Police on Friday recorded the statement of 54-year-old Saif Ali Khan regarding the burglary attempt at his home on January 16
Updated on Jan 25, 2025 10:00 AM IST
Megha Sood
HC orders offender to hold “Don’t Drink and Drive” banner at Worli Naka
Bombay High Court orders Sabyasachi Nishank to hold "Don't Drink and Drive" banner at Worli Naka for 12 weekends as part of bail conditions.
Updated on Jan 25, 2025 10:05 AM IST
Karuna Nidhi
Seer retracts support for Munde after meeting slain sarpanch’s kin
The deceased’s brother and daughter met the mahant of Bhagwangad on Sunday, submitted documents related to the accused, and said they expected him to clear his stand
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:54 AM IST
Cement slab collapses in MU’s sports complex
MUMBAI: A cement slab collapse at Mumbai University's sports complex during a volleyball match raised safety concerns, prompting calls for a structural audit.
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:38 AM IST
Bizman dies by suicide after posting video of harassment by moneylenders
Soap manufacturer borrowed ₹4-5 lakh, repaid ₹3.7 lakh plus timely interest , but moneylenders insisted on additional interest
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:36 AM IST
Anamika Gharat
Unattended water pipeline burst floods lane in Kandivali
Mumbai's Charkop Sector 8 faces flooding from a water pipeline leak, ignored for three days, disrupting residents' access and contaminating water supply.
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:34 AM IST
Shreya Kachak
HC allows 19-year-old to terminate pregnancy due to mental stress, foetal anomalies
Mumbai: Bombay High Court allows a 19-year-old to terminate her 23-week pregnancy due to mental distress and severe foetal anomalies, emphasizing mental health in reproductive rights.
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:32 AM IST
243 roads dug up in H West ward, many utilities damaged
BMC's road-digging in H West ward has disrupted utilities, caused pollution, and raised citizen concerns over coordination and safety during construction.
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:30 AM IST
Woman sexually assaulted in train at Bandra Terminus
Mumbai: A 54-year-old woman was sexually assaulted in a train at Bandra Terminus. Accused Rahul Shaikh, a drug addict, was arrested. RPF jawan suspended.
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:26 AM IST
HTC
Silent human chain calls for protection of Nerul’s flamingo wetlands
Navi Mumbai saw a peaceful 'silent human chain' protest urging the government to protect the 30-acre wetlands near Nerul, home to flamingos, on World Wetlands Day.
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:24 AM IST
Shinde still in shock at losing CM post, says Saamna column
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut claims strained ties between CM Fadnavis and deputy CM Shinde, hinting at political turmoil within the parties.
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:22 AM IST
Ex-Sena (UBT) corporator, three others arrested for extortion of SRA builder
Former Shiv Sena corporator Swapnil Bandekar and three associates were arrested for extorting ₹1.5 crore from a Worli builder after a police sting operation.
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:20 AM IST
Megha Sood
Cocaine worth ₹16 crore seized from Brazilian who ingested in capsules for smuggling
A Brazilian national was arrested at Mumbai Airport for smuggling 1.65 kg of cocaine in capsules, with a market value of ₹16.49 crore.
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:14 AM IST
Manish Kumar Pathak
Crime against women graph in MBVV region went up in 2024
MUMBAI: Atrocities against women in MBVV rose in 2024, with rape cases up by 47 and molestation by 77, despite prevention measures.
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:06 AM IST
Megha Sood
Five, including two Czech tourists, injured as Mercedes rams into them at CSMIA
Mumbai: Five people, including two Czech nationals, sustained injuries after a Mercedes-Benz tourist car lost control and rammed into them at the parking area of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) on Sunday morning
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:04 AM IST
Mumbai Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.99 °C, check weather forecast for February 3, 2025
Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Mumbai on February 3, 2025 here.
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:00 AM IST
Govt contractors threaten to stop work over ₹1 lakh cr dues
Government departments started defaulting on payments after the launch of the Ladki Bahin scheme in July 2024, said Maharashtra State Contractors Association
Published on Feb 03, 2025 06:58 AM IST
Rare International Space Station sighting over Mumbai today
Mumbai skywatchers can spot the ISS on February 2 at 7:20 PM IST, a bright streak visible for six minutes, offering a rare celestial experience.
Published on Feb 02, 2025 07:26 AM IST
22-year-old woman killed by ex-boyfriend in New Panvel
Navi Mumbai: A 22-year-old woman was brutally murdered by her ex-boyfriend at her residence in Khandeshwar near Panvel on January 31
Published on Feb 02, 2025 07:24 AM IST
New auto, taxi fares delayed as meter recalibration yet to begin
Mumbai's new auto and taxi fares, with a ₹3 increase, are delayed due to meter recalibration issues. Passengers still pay old rates as updates await.
Published on Feb 02, 2025 07:14 AM IST
Mumbai Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 21.99 °C, check weather forecast for February 2, 2025
Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Mumbai on February 2, 2025 here.
Published on Feb 02, 2025 07:00 AM IST
₹26 cr projects at New Panvel and Kalamboli to handle 400 tonnes of waste
Navi Mumbai's PMC is building two Waste Transfer Stations for efficient, hygienic garbage transport to Taloja, costing ₹26 crores under Swachh Maharashtra Mission.
Published on Feb 02, 2025 06:32 AM IST
Frame rules to allowing EV charging points in housing societies: HC to State
The Bombay High Court has ordered the state to create rules for cooperative housing societies to permit EV charging points for members.
Published on Feb 02, 2025 06:28 AM IST
Bliss Consultants cheating case: MPID court refuses to discharge wife of owner
Maharashtra court denies discharge to Shivangi Mehta in a cheating case involving ₹85.17 crore, linked to her husband's firm, Bliss Consultants.
Published on Feb 02, 2025 06:26 AM IST
Aarey Road repair work casuing polluion, traffic
Residents said eight to 10 spots on the road were dug up in the last week alone, a few of them as recently as Friday
Published on Feb 02, 2025 06:24 AM IST