Video: Thane Locals Swim Through Flooded Underpass To Save Stranded Car Passengers
Stuck in the middle of a flooded underpass inside their almost submerged car, two people in Maharashtra's Thane district were rescued by locals.
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Schools To Be Shut On August 19 After IMD Issues Red Alert For Mumbai And Thane
The civic body also declared a holiday for schools on Monday after heavy rains lashed the city since Sunday night, resulting in disruption to daily life across Mumbai.
Heavy rains in Mumbai for third day, low-lying areas inundated; IMD issues red alert
MUMBAI : Mumbai continued to receive heavy rains for the third consecutive day on Monday, with the IMD sounding a 'red alert' for the metropolis and neighbouring districts, officials said. The blinding rain in some parts of the city affected visibility and slowed down vehicular movement, as per motorists. Roads in several areas got inundated after the heavy downpour. Some low-lying areas like the Andheri Subway and Lokhandwala Complex witnessed water accumulation at a few locations, affecting traffic movement. Local trains, considered as the lifeline of the metropolis, were running late by 15 to 20 minutes, according to officials and commuters. There was no diversion of any routes of bus services of the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking, the officials said. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Mumbai, and neighbouring Thane and Raigad districts, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall at a few places and extremely heavy showers at isolated locations on Monday and Tuesday. It also issued a red alert for Ratnagiri district on Monday, and an orange alert for Sindhudurg on Monday and Tuesday. People make their way amid heavy rain, in Mumbai Heavy rains have been lashing Mumbai since Saturday. After the heavy downpour overnight on Monday, the rain intensity further increased from 9 am, a civic official said. The island city, eastern and western suburbs recorded an average rainfall of 37 mm, 39 mm and 29 mm, respectively, in just one hour from 9 am. Chembur in the eastern suburbs recorded the highest rainfall of 65 mm, followed by 50 mm in Shivaji Nagar in the one-hour period, the official said. In the 24 hours ending at 8 am on Monday, the island city recorded an average rainfall of 54.58 mm, the eastern suburbs received 72.61 mm, while the western suburbs recorded 65.86 mm rain, according to officials. Several areas recorded more than 100 mm rainfall during the period, they said.
Mumbai Weather & Rains Highlights: Mumbaikars woke up to very heavy rainfall on Monday, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert, forecasting extremely heavy rains at isolated places in the city and adjoining areas, prompting the civic body to declare a holiday for schools and colleges. Roads in several areas got inundated after the heavy downpour. Some low-lying areas like the Andheri Subway and Lokhandwala Complex witnessed water accumulation at a few locations, affecting traffic movement. Local trains, considered as the lifeline of the metropolis, were running late by 8 to 10 minutes and there was no suspension of services, according to officials. In its latest bulletin, the IMD has upgraded and issued a red alert for Mumbai, Thane and Raigad districts for the next two days. Data from the IMD shows that in the 24 hours ending 8.30 am on Monday, the suburban Santacruz station received 99 mm rainfall while the Colaba coastal observatory registered 38 mm of rainfall. As heavy rains lashed Mumbai on Monday, waterlogging was reported in several pockets, leading to slow moving traffic. Airlines such as Akasa Air and IndiGo issued advisories for travellers, asking them to keep additional time in hand as some routes leading to the Mumbai airport witnessed traffic congestion.
Mumbai experienced significant disruption due to heavy rainfall, leading to traffic slowdowns on the Western Express Highway and waterlogging in various areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for Mumbai and Thane, forecasting heavy to very heavy showers.
Govinda shows off his trademark dance moves at Dahi Handi event
Govinda, the Bollywood star, infused energy into the Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai, particularly at the Thane Dahi Handi event alongside Maharashtra's Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. Donning an all-black outfit, Govinda captivated the crowd with his signature dance moves, even in the rain, grooving to 'Sona Kitna Sona Hai' from 'Hero No. 1'.
IMD issues flash floods alert in Mumbai, Goa, Konkan due to heavy rains for next 24 hours. In its latest report, IMD also issues warning for heavy rainfall in Goa, Gujarat and Maharashtra until...
Dahi Handi festival in Maharashtra witnesses historic world record in human pyramid formation
MUMBAI: Maharashtra celebrated the Dahi Handi festival by making a historic world record with the formation of a ten-tier Govindahuman pyramid in Thane. During the Dahi Handi festival, one Govinda died while tying the rope to climb for Govindas at Mankhurd, while 30 Govindas got injured in different parts of the city in Mumbai. The historic world record was achieved by Jogeshwari's Konkan Nagar Govinda Pathak by forming a 10-tier human pyramid at the Sanskruti Dahi Handi festival in Thane, hosted by Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik. It was this year's first 10-storey pyramid. This pathak also incorporated a Char Ekka' formation. It's a formation where four participants are stacked atop a single person. This feat requires remarkable strength, balance, and coordination. The transport minister, Sarnaik, congratulated the team, saying, This is not a record, it's a sign of focus, teamwork, and organisation. The Govindas have indeed shown skill and commitment. The minister also awarded Rs 25 lakh as a cash prize to this mandal that made the world record by forming a tenth-tierhuman pyramid. Earlier, the ninth-tier formation of a human pyramid was done by Jai Jawan Mitra Mandal Govinda for five consecutive years. But Jogeshwari's Konkan Nagar Govinda Pathak, by forming a 10-tier human pyramid, broke all previous records. Dahi Handi has been celebrated with much fanfare in Maharashtra, mostly in metro cities of Mumbai, Pune, and Nasik, by forming a human pyramid. This festival, inspired by the legend of Lord Krishna's love for butter, has grown into a grand spectacle in Maharashtra over the years. Celebrities also attend this event. In Mankhurd, a 32-year-old Govinda named Shivkumar Chaurdhari,losthis balance and died while tying the rope. In the city civic hospital, 30 Govindas who got injured were admitted for medical treatment. Among them, 15 received treatment and were discharged. Earlier in the day, two residents of Vikhroli Parksite died while the other two were injured in a landslide incident. The residents alleged that the BMC had not sent any prior notice this year to evacuate the area, which is prone to such accidents during monsoons. These two people died after soil and stones from a hillock collapsed on their hut at Varsha Nagar in Vikhroli Parksite amid heavy rains in the wee hours of the day.
Govindas build 10-layer pyramid, min says world record
A Govinda squad in Thane, India, formed a 10-layer human pyramid during a Dahi Handi event, with organizers claiming it as a world record. A prize of Rs 25 lakh was announced for the team.
Alien world found under the ocean; Scientists discover the planets deepest hidden ecosystem
In the remote Pacific Ocean trenches, scientists have discovered a unique, methane-fueled ecosystem thriving at record depths. This community, consisting of clams, tube worms, and mollusks, relies on chemosynthesis rather than sunlight for energy. The hadal trenches also act as significant carbon sinks, playing a crucial role in regulating greenhouse gases, but face threats from deep-sea mining and pollution.
Mumbai weather: Heavy rains batter city causing widespread waterlogging amid IMD's Orange alert
Mumbai rain: The city is grappling with severe waterlogging due to incessant rainfall, prompting an orange alert from the IMD for Mumbai and Thane, valid from August 16-17, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall. Raigad is under a red alert, anticipating extremely heavy rain.
Raut Says No Power In Country Can Defeat United Thackerays
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut announced on Friday that Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray are considering contesting the upcoming municipal elections in Mumbai, Thane, Nashik, and other cities together.
MUMBAI: After Raj Thackeray asserted the Thackeray brand in Mumbai, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut said that both the Thackeray brothers-- Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray--after joining hands over the language row, are set to join hands politically for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and other municipal corporation elections. Sanjay Raut said that Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS are in talks to tie for the upcoming BMC, Nasik, Thane, and other municipal corporation elections. He said that no one stops both brothers from coming together and fighting for the Marathi manoos. Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS, both not only contest the upcoming local body including the BMC election, together, but we are also confident to win these corporations as well. Some people are trying to disrupt the alliance of the Thackeray brothers, but no wild power can stop them from coming together now, Raut said. Earlier, while addressing his party workers, Raj Thackeray said that in Mumbai, the Thackeray brand is important and has strong relevance, and he asked his party workers to prepare for the local body elections. Sanjay Raut criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying that before 2014, India was a better country, but since Modi arrived in Delhi, India has fallen into big potholes. Modi has destroyed the countrys economy and social fabric. Earlier, people were religious and spiritual, but Modi and the BJP have been converting them into fanatics. And fanaticism is dividing the country on religious and caste lines. This is the British people's strategy: divide and rule and destroy. Therefore, the freedom of our country is in trouble, Raut alleged. He also said PM Modi gave the call for Atmanirbhar Bharat, but he forgot that the Congress party had first coined the slogan of Swadeshi. Modi has destroyed our foreign policy. Once the US was close to India is imposing a tariff and threatening more percentage of tariff percentage. The US president is closer to our enemy state of Pakistan. This is harsh irony, Raut said. He also criticised Modi for not speaking against Trump and for not confronting China. In the backdrop of vote theft allegations by the Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Raj Thackeray warned his people to check the voting list, the added and deleted names from the voting list. Plea against MNS, Raj Thackeray: SC asks petitioner to move Bombay HC
Uddhav and Raj Thackeray will contest civic elections together, says Sanjay Raut
Sanjay Raut announced that Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS will contest upcoming civic elections together in Mumbai, Thane, Nashik, and Kalyan-Dombivali, aiming to unite Marathi-speakers. Raut stated discussions are ongoing with MNS for an alliance. BJP leaders dismissed the announcement, questioning whether the Thackeray cousins had even spoken and accusing Sena (UBT) of only remembering Marathi voters near elections.
Thane MACT awards 20.49 lakh to family of pedestrian killed in 2013 accident
Protesters hold up roosters, chickens to oppose meat ban in Thane
Thane: Members of many opposition parties, meat sellers associations and community groups on Friday protested outside the headquarters of the Kalyan Dombivli Municipal Corporation in Thane district to oppose the civic bodys meat ban. Holding live roosters and chickens, they raised slogans to slam the local civic bodys order to close meat shops and abattoirs Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Thane to celebrate independence day with social initiatives and community engagement
I-Day gift for Thane: Gadkari Rangayatan to reopen today
Police medals for wife-husband duo serving at Thane Central Jail
Gadkari Rangayatan to reopen in Thane after 10 months of renovation
Woman dies and another hospitalised after fire breaks out in Thane highrise
Fire At Thane's Residential Building Cafe, 35 Rescued So Far
A fire broke out at a cafe located in a multi-storey residential building in Maharashtra's Thane city early Thursday morning, following which 35 persons were evacuated from the structure.
Fire at cafe located in residential building in Thane; 35 people evacuated
THANE: A fire broke out at a cafe located in a multi-storey residential building in Maharashtra's Thane city early Thursday morning, following which 35 persons were evacuated from the structure, officials said. No casualty has been reported as of now, Thane Municipal Corporation's disaster management cell chief Yasin Tadvi said. The blaze erupted in the Parsik Cafe located on the ground floor of the six-storey building at Kharegaon in Kalwa (West), he said. The disaster management cell received information about the incident at 4.58 am from the owner of the cafe, a 1,000 sq ft establishment situated in the Chandrabhaga Park complex at Parsik Nagar in Kalwa area, the official said. The building, a six-storey structure, also houses another wing, where residents were asleep when the blaze broke out. For safety reasons, all residents of Chandrabhaga Park B Wing were safely evacuated with the help of the fire department and disaster management cell personnel, Tadvi stated. The blaze caused significant damage inside the cafe, destroying tables, chairs, grates, fridges, cupboards and other kitchen materials, he said. Fire tenders were rushed to the spot and the blaze was extinguished by 6.25 am, the official said. Authorities were investigating the cause of the fire, he added.
Fire at cafe located in residential building in Thane; 35 persons evacuated
The blaze erupted in the Parsik Cafe located on the ground floor of the six-storey building at Kharegaon in Kalwa (West)
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Aadhaar card, PAN card, voter ID alone don't make someone a citizen: Bombay high court
The Bombay High Court denied bail to a Thane resident accused of being a Bangladeshi national, emphasizing that documents like Aadhaar and PAN cards don't automatically grant citizenship under the Citizenship Act, 1955. The prosecution alleges Babu Abdul Ruf Sardar illegally entered India and forged documents.
Aadhaar, PAN, voter ID alone not enough proof of citizenship: Bombay high court
The Bombay High Court denied bail to a Thane resident accused of being a Bangladeshi national, emphasizing that possessing documents like Aadhaar and PAN cards doesn't automatically grant Indian citizenship. The court noted the police's allegations of illegal entry and forged documents, along with digital evidence linking him to Bangladesh. The investigation is ongoing.
Ceiling plaster collapses in Thane building sparking panic among residents
Thane police seize mephedrone worth 32 crore on Nashik-thane Highway, two arrested
BJP's youth wing leader killed by unidentified assailants in Maharashtra's Thane district
Around four to five unidentified assailants armed with sharp weapons barged into Prafulla Tangadi's office on Monday night and killed them.
Aadhaar, PAN card, voter ID not sufficient to determine Indian citizenship: Bombay HC
MUMBAI: A person does not become a citizen of India merely by possessing documents like Aadhaar card, PAN card or a voter ID, the Bombay High Court on Tuesday said while refusing bail to a man, allegedly from Bangladesh, for entering India illegally. The man is accused of staying in India for more than a decade with forged and fabricated documents. A bench of Justice Amit Borkar said provisions of the Citizenship Act lay down who can be a citizen of India and how citizenship can be acquired and documents such as the Aadhaar card, PAN card and voter ID are only meant for identification or availing services. The court refused bail to Babu Abdul Ruf Sardar, alleged to be a Bangladeshi national, who entered India illegally without a valid passport or travel documents. He allegedly procured forged Indian documents such as Aadhaar card, PAN card, voter ID and also an Indian passport. In 1955, Parliament passed the Citizenship Act which created a permanent and complete system for acquiring citizenship, Justice Borkar noted. In my opinion, the Citizenship Act of 1955 is the main and controlling law for deciding questions about nationality in India today. This is the statute that lays down who can be a citizen, how citizenship can be acquired and in what situations it can be lost, he said. Merely having documents such as Aadhaar card, PAN card or voter ID does not, by itself, make someone a citizen of India. These documents are meant for identification or availing services, but they do not override the basic legal requirements of citizenship as prescribed in the Citizenship Act, the HC said. The law draws a clear line between lawful citizens and illegal migrants, the bench said. People falling in the category of illegal migrants are barred from obtaining citizenship through most of the legal routes mentioned in the Citizenship Act, it added. This distinction is important because it protects the sovereignty of the country and ensures that benefits and rights meant for citizens are not wrongfully taken by those who have no legal status to stay in India, the court said. The bench, while refusing bail to Sardar, noted that verification of his documents was still on and the investigation was also still continuing, and the police's fear that he may abscond if granted bail is a genuine apprehension. The allegations in the case are not small and it is not just about staying in India without permission or overstaying, but it is about making and using fake and forged identity documents with the aim of pretending to be an Indian citizen, the HC said. Sardar was booked under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Passport (Entry to India) Act and the Foreigners Order. The court noted the investigation in the case is still going on with regard to genuineness of the Aadhaar card, which is being verified by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). Sardar in his bail plea said he was a bona fide citizen of India and that there was no conclusive or reliable evidence to prove he is a national of Bangladesh. He further claimed his documents are linked with his income tax records and business registration and that he has been residing in Mumbai's neighbouring Thane district since 2013. The prosecution opposed the plea, claiming if the accused was released on bail, he may abscond. The police further said a probe was on to ascertain if there was a larger organised network involving illegal immigration and identity fraud. The court in its order noted the allegations against Sardar are not limited to a mere technical violation of immigration norms, but indicate a case of deliberate concealment of identity and creation of forged documents for obtaining the Indian citizenship benefits. When the Constitution of India was being drafted, the country had just gone through a historic transformation and the partition at the time caused a massive movement of people across borders, creating a need to decide who would be accepted as citizens of the new nation, it noted. Keeping this in mind, framers of the Constitution decided to make an arrangement for deciding citizenship, the high court said. The Constitution laid down provisions which gave immediate clarity on who would be considered a citizen at the very beginning of the Republic and it gave the elected Parliament the powers to make laws on citizenship in future, the court noted.
Delivery Staff Died In Thane Accident In 2021. His Family Gets Rs 23 Lakh
The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal in Thane has awarded a compensation of Rs 23.75 lakh to the family of a delivery executive who died after being mowed down by a truck here four years ago.
How Indian Railways went from colonial steam engines to Vande Bharat
Indian Railways began its journey in 1853, connecting Bombay and Thane. It transformed from steam engines to modern trains like Vande Bharat Express. The network was nationalised post-independence. Key milestones include Rajdhani Express and Kolkata Metro. Now, Indian Railways focuses on speed and technology. The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project aims for completion by 2029.
Benny Devassy, a runner from Thane, died after completing a half-marathon. The incident raises concerns about cardiac health checks before intense exercise. Recently, CMC Vellore Dr. Sudhir Kumar suggested health screenings, including lipid profiles and ECGs. He advises advanced tests for those with risk factors. Read on know more about it!
Maahi Rude, born with spina bifida and exceeding the disability percentage allowed for NEET, fought for her right to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. Supported by a former surgeon and a human rights lawyer, she petitioned the Bombay HC, challenging the existing regulations that restrict individuals with over 80% locomotor disability from medical courses.
Eknath Shinde Says Work On Thane Metro In War-Footing Mode, Announces Launch Date
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced that a trial run of the long-awaited Thane Metro is scheduled for next month
Thane marathoner complains of uneasiness after race, dies
IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Mumbai, Thane with Thunderstorms Likely on August 13
Shinde-led Shiv Sena delivers major jolt to MNS, NCP (SP) and UBT in Thane district
Rail blocks on Central Railway on main, Harbour lines overnight: No block on Western Railway today
Central Railway executed special traffic blocks on the Harbour and Trans-Harbour lines for crucial infrastructure upgrades. The Harbour line experienced a block at Vashi station for electronic interlocking commissioning, while the Trans-Harbour line saw a block between Thane and Turbhe for ROB slab casting.
Palmyra climbers in Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu toil hard to collect pathaneer , the syrupy raw material for palm jaggery, but their numbers are dwindling day by day
Go to court or EC if you have proof: Shinde on Rahul Gandhi's 'vote theft' allegations
THANE: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday targeted the Opposition Congress and its leader Rahul Gandhi over his vote theft allegations, saying they should approach the court or the Election Commission if they have a proof. By making such aseless claims, they have insulted the people of Maharashtra, Shiv Sena leader Shinde told reporters at an event here. Gandhi on Thursday claimed a huge criminal fraud in polls through collusion between the BJP and the Election Commission , citing an analysis of voter rolls in a constituency in Karnataka last year. A day after, he alleged that the Election Commission and the BJP colluded to steal the Lok Sabha election from the people, and that there was vote theft in at least three states. Gandhi had also alleged that the Maharashtra assembly poll results (last year) confirmed the Congress's suspicion that the election was 'stolen'. Asked about such charges, Shinde, without taking any name, criticised the Opposition for making wild allegations in public. If they have proof, they should go to the court or the Election Commission. By making such baseless claims, they have insulted the citizens of Maharashtra who elected the Mahayuti (comprising the BJP, Shiv Sena and NCP), as well as our sisters, brothers, farmers and the people of the state, he said. Soon after Gandhi levelled the charge asserting that vote chori(vote theft) is an atom bomb on our democracy, the Chief Electoral Officers of Karnataka and Maharashtra had asked the former Congress chief to share names of electors he claimed were wrong in the voters' list along with a signed declaration for poll authorities to initiate ecessary proceedings in the matter. The Election Commission on Friday accused Gandhi of recycling old allegations of poll irregularities settled by the Supreme Court, and asked the Congress leader to provide a written declaration on his claims about wrongful entries in the voters' list or tender an apology. Can prove voter theft if given 10-year voter lists: Rahul Gandhi slams EC; hits back over affidavit demand
Metro Trial Run in Thane Likely in September and Operations By December: Shinde
Shinde said the preliminary work on Thane's internal metro network has begun linking the main metro lines to provide integrated transport facilities
In Shinde's presence, former SC judge Oka slams deterioration of living conditions in Thane
Retired Supreme Court judge Abhay Oka criticized Thane's deteriorating condition, citing rampant traffic violations, environmental destruction, and shrinking public spaces. He questioned the administration's inaction regarding illegal construction, tree felling, and the disappearance of water bodies.
Video: Man arrested after attempting to set fire to Hagia Sophia Mosque
Ankara: Turkish authorities have arrested a man accused of attempting to set fire to the historic Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque in Istanbul. The suspect, identified as Mesut Guclu, a 42-year-old resident of the citys Kagithane district, was taken into custody following the incident, which occurred late on July 11. According to a statement by the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Thane Restaurant Owner Allegedly Threatens Marathis, Apologises After MNS Workers Show Up
A restaurant owner in Thane was threatened by Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) workers over allegations that he used abusive language against the Marathi language.
Bombay High Court orders reinstatement of 53 contract workers terminated in 1995
Calling the denial of reinstatement a grave travesty of justice, the Bombay High Court has directed the Thane Municipal Corporation to reinstate 53 contract workers terminated in 1995.
Thane police bust interstate gang behind Rs 51 lakh godown theft
Three members have been arrested so far, linked to at least six cases this year across Thane, Navi Mumbai, Pune, and Aurangabad; two are repeat offenders with a staggering 38 prior cases between them
18 Years Later, 3 Get Life Imprisonment For Murder Of Politician's Son; 10 Acquitted
A court in Maharashtra's Thane district on Thursday sentenced three persons to life imprisonment in the case of murder of the son of a local NCP (SP) functionary 18 years ago, and acquitted 10 others.
25-Year-Old Domestic Help Caught With Rs 14 Lakh MD Drug In Thane
Police arrested a 25-year-old domestic worker, in Thane, Maharashtra, with MD worth Rs 14 lakh. She got the drug from Nalla Sopara; investigations continue.
Mumbai police busted a child trafficking ring in Shivajinagar, arresting two women attempting to sell a six-day-old baby boy for Rs 5.5 lakh. A housewife from Thane, along with a social activist, assisted police in setting up the sting operation. The infant has been placed in protective custody, while authorities are searching for an accomplice and investigating potential hospital involvement.
Thane collector sets 15-day deadline for Ghodbunder Highway repairs after site inspection
NCERT Under Fire for Communal Distortion of History in New Textbook
MMKs Prof. M.H. Jawahirullah Slams Ideological Tampering of Education Chennai: Prof. M.H. Jawahirullah, Member of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly and President of the Manithaneya Makkal Katchi (MMK), has launched a scathing attack on the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), accusing it of communal distortion in its newly revised Class VIII Social [] The post NCERT Under Fire for Communal Distortion of History in New Textbook first appeared on .
Thane Tribunal Orders Rs 49.46 Lakh Compensation To Parents Of Techie Killed In 2019
The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Thane has awarded a compensation of Rs 49.46 lakh to the parents of a 24-year-old IT engineer who died in a road accident in 2019.
Probe under way into alleged sexualassault of child in Thane school
Parents alleged, a person in blue clothes sexually assaulted their daughter in the school premises on July 30 between 11.15 am and 3 pm, the officials said.
Pratap Sarnaik demands passenger stops beneath metro stations
The minister carried out an inspection of the ongoing works along with officials of Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC), Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), and the Transport Department, a statement from his office said
3 killed, 4 injured in separate mishaps over the weekend in Mumbai and Thane
UP ATS arrests two, including docfrom Thane, for Ghazwa-e-Hind plot
UP Anti-Terrorist Squad nabs two for plotting to incite communal discord
LUCKNOW: In a major crackdown, the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS), on Monday evening, busted a gang comprising two individuals, allegedly engaged in hatching a conspiracy to incite communal disharmony and wage an ideological war against the state of India. As per the ATS sources, the arrests were part of a wider investigation into radical online networks linked to Pakistan. The UP ATS, initially detained Ajmal Ali, 19, from Amroha in western UP on August 2 for questioning. Based on Ajmals grilling, his mentor, Usama Maj Sheikh, 24, was picked up from Thane on August 3. The ATS arrested both Ajmal and Usama officially on Monday. The ATS sources claimed that sustained electronic surveillance and intelligence inputs led them to uncover a WhatsApp group named Reviving Islam with over 400 members, including three group administrators. The majority of the group members were reportedly based in Pakistan, while one mobile number linked to the group was traced to a UP resident. The ATS sleuths identified that the number belonged to Ajmal Ali, son of Asgar Khan, of Dehra village under Naugawan Sadat police station in Amroha district. Ajmal was found to be actively promoting radical ideology against non-Muslim communities and was involved in propagating anti-India content across multiple social media platforms, said the ATS sources. Ajmal was summoned to the ATS headquarters in Lucknow for questioning, during which he confessed that he was part of the Reviving Islam WhatsApp group. Ajmal also confessed to being in touch with several Pakistani nationals on other social media platforms. He revealed the identity of Thanes Usama Maj Sheikh, whom he considered his mentor. Usama was operating through an Instagram handle, said the ATS sources. ATS added that Usama, son of Maj Sheikh, residing near a Dargah in Badlapur village under Badlapur West police station in Thane district of Maharashtra, was allegedly in regular touch with Ajmal through Instagram and the encrypted messaging platform Signal. They used to exchange views on overthrowing the democratically elected government of India and replacing it with Sharia law through violent jihad, said an ATS source. Consequently, UP ATS registered an FIR arresting Ajmal and produced him before the court, which sent him to judicial custody. Following further leads, the ATS tracked down Usama Maj Sheikh, arresting him on August 4, 2025, from his residence in Badlapur in Thane, Maharashtra. He was interrogated further regarding his role in the ideological indoctrination and recruitment of radical youth for extremist objectives, said the ATS sources. As per the ATS sources, the preliminary inquiry revealed that the objective of both the persons was to incite communal hatred, provoke religious animosity, and prepare ground for a violent movement to establish Ghazwa-e-Hindan Islamist concept of religious conquestby spreading Sharia law through jihad. Both Ajmal and Usama were allegedly influencing Muslim youth against non-Muslims while pushing them to join anti-national activities aimed at destabilising the country, the ATS added.
Bullet train corridor work in Gujarat on fast track, to be completed by 2027
NEW DELHI: The railways has accelerated work on the bullet train corridor between Vapi and Sabarmati in Gujarat, aiming to complete it by December 2027. A target has also been set to finish the entire projectfrom Maharashtra to the Sabarmati sectionby December 2029. The country will also be heading to Lok Sabha elections the same year. According to a recent update shared with the Lok Sabha by the Ministry of Railways, the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project, spanning 508 km, is currently under execution with technical and financial aid from Japan. The bullet train route will pass through Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Dadra & Nagar Haveli, with 12 stations planned at Mumbai, Thane, Virar, Boisar, Vapi, Billimora, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Anand, Ahmedabad, and Sabarmati. Construction work at these stations is progressing at full pace. The railways added that the total estimated cost of the project now stands at `1,08,000 crore, with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) funding 81%. The remaining 19% is being financed through equity contributions from the Ministry of Railways (50%), and the governments of Maharashtra and Gujarat (25% each). As of 30 June 2025, a cumulative expenditure of Rs 78,839 crore has been incurred on the project. The Railways acknowledged that delays in land acquisition in Maharashtra had affected the project timeline up until 2021, but all civil contracts have now been awarded. Out of a total 28 tender packages, 24 tender packages have been awarded. Till now, 392 km of pier construction, 329 km of girder casting and 308 km of girder launching have been completed. The work of the under-sea tunnel (21 km approx.) has also started, railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently informed Parliament. He further added saying that detailed project reports (DPRs) are being prepared by National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL), to meet growing passenger demands, and to expand High Speed Rail (HSR) network in India beyond the MAHSR corridor. Vaishnaw also said that the MAHSR project involves an affordable fare-structure keeping in mind the socio-economic conditions of clientele.
Man Falls Off Moving Train During Mobile Snatching In Thane, Loses Foot; Cops Launch Probe
The incident occurred between Shahad and Ambivali stations on the Central Railway line, officials said
Thane police probe into 4-year-olds sexual assault on school premises complaint
MNS leader slaps gaming centre employee
A Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) functionary is under fire after a video surfaced showing him slapping an employee of a gaming centre in Thane district over concerns about students skipping school to visit the facility.
MNS leader slaps staffer of gaming zone frequented by children in school hours; video goes viral
NEW DELHI: A video footage has surfaced online showing a Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) functionary slapping an employee of a gaming centre in Maharashtra's Thane district, inviting criticism for his action. The incident, which took place on Tuesday, apparently stemmed from complaints that children were frequently visiting the gaming zone, located in Kalyan town, after skipping school and stealing money from their homes. Police said they have not received any complaint so far and are verifying the video which has been circulated online. In the clip, MNS Kalyan president Ulhas Bhoir is seen confronting the staff of the gaming zone over the presence of students clad in school uniforms at the facility. He accused the gaming zone of allowing truancy and irresponsible behaviour among minors. When the gaming zone employee said he had no control over who entered the premises, Bhoir lost his temper and slapped him, warning such negligence could seriously impact an entire generation. Bhoir, who was visibly agitated, claimed students had allegedly stolen Rs 4,000 from their parents to spend at the gaming centre. He pointed at one boy and cited a drastic drop in his academic performance as an example of the negative influence of the gaming zone. Issuing what he called a final warning, Bhoir threatened strict action if students were found at the venue again. He said the facility could face closure if such incidents continued. Speaking to mediapersons later, Bhoir justified the confrontation, saying several parents had approached him with complaints that their children were skipping school and misusing money to frequent the gaming zone. He said the gaming zone staff was told clearly not to allow entry to students at the facility. The incident sparked criticism online, with many people condemning the MNS leader's move to resort to violence and public intimidation. While the issue of students skipping school has drawn attention, questions have been raised over Bhoir's actions. Activists of the Raj Thackeray-headed MNS have in the recent past assaulted and threatened some non-Marathi speaking people, including shopkeepers, in parts of Maharashtra.
India backs two-state solution, urges direct Israel-Palestine dialogue at UN
United Nations: India told a high-level UN conference that global efforts must now focus on achieving a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict through purposeful dialogue and diplomacy. It also said that one should not be content with paper solutions but strive to achieve practical ones. Indias Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish said humanitarian assistance is vital in sustaining life and must remain outside the realm of politics or conflict
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'World sleeps; while it is awake, its conscience is buried': Chidambaram on Gaza humanitarian crisis
NEW DELHI: Senior Congress leader and former Finance Minister P Chidambaram on Thursday raised concerns on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and said that every day, the number of killings in the region is in the double digits, with many of them being women and children. In a post on X, Chidambaram said, Humanity is shamed in Gaza every day, the number of killings in Gaza is in the double-digits. Many of them are women and children who had nothing to do with starting the conflict. He said that 1000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza while trying to get food. According to the UN, over 1000 Palestinians have been killed since May while trying to get food in the Gaza Strip Look at the pictures of hungry children at refugee camps. It is obvious they are starving -- and dying, Chidambaram said. The world sleeps; while it is awake, its conscience is buried, he said. Earlier, India called for immediate ceasefire in Gaza, uninterrupted humanitarian aid and release of hostages to address the deepening crisis in the region. Speaking at the United Nations Security Council's quarterly open debate on the Middle East, India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, said that mere pauses in hostilities are not enough to address the worsening humanitarian situation. Intermittent pauses in hostilities are not enough to address the scale of humanitarian challenges confronting the people, who grapple daily with acute shortages of food and fuel, inadequate medical services and lack of access to education, he said. Harish expressed concern over the collapsing healthcare and education systems in Gaza. WHO estimates that around 95 percent of all hospitals in Gaza are damaged or destroyed. The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights reports that more than 6,50,000 children have had no schooling for over 20 months, he said. Israel's war on Gaza, since Oct. 7, 2023, has now killed at least 58,386 people and wounded 139,077, mostly women and children, according to the Gaza Health Ministry's data. 'Gaza is dying, we are dying with it': AFP, Al Jazeera says its journalists in Gaza could die of hunger Israeli strikes kill at least 21 in Gaza as rights groups warn of 'mass starvation'
India has called for renewed dialogue and diplomacy to achieve peace in the Middle East, emphasizing that temporary pauses in hostilities are insufficient. Addressing the UN Security Council, Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni stressed the need for a ceasefire, release of hostages, and a two-state solution.
India calls for ceasefire in Gaza, says intermittent pauses 'not enough'
UNITED NATIONS: Voicing concern over the persisting humanitarian crisis in Gaza, India asserted that a ceasefire must be put in place, emphasising that intermittent pauses in hostilities are ot enough to address the scale of challenges facing the region's people. Todays meeting takes place against the backdrop of a persisting humanitarian crisis in Gaza, said Indias Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, addressing an open debate inthe UN Security Council on Wednesday. Intermittent pauses in hostilities are not enough to address the scale of humanitarian challenges confronting the people, who grapple daily with acute shortages of food and fuel, inadequate medical services and lack of access to education, Harish said at the open debate on the 'Situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question'. Underlining that the way ahead is clear, and highlighting Indias consistent position in this regard, Harish said the ongoing human suffering must not be allowed to continue. Humanitarian assistance needs to be facilitated in a safe, sustained and timely manner. There is no substitute to peace. A ceasefire must be put in place. All hostages must be released. Dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable paths to achieving these objectives. There are no other fixes or solutions, he said. He also expressed hope that an upcoming UN conference on the Israel-Palestine conflict would pave the way for concrete steps towards achieving a two-State solution. Harish told the Council debate, held under Pakistans presidency of the Security Council for the month of July, that India shares historic and strong ties with its Palestinian brothers and sisters. We have always stood by them and our commitment towards the Palestinian cause is unwavering, he said, noting that India was the first non-Arab country to recognise the State of Palestine. Describing the health and education situation in Gaza as particularly troubling, Harish said the World Health Organisation estimates that around 95 per cent of all hospitals in Gaza are damaged or destroyed. The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights reports that more than 650,000 children have had no schooling for over 20 months, he said. Harish said that India takes note of the High-Level International Conference on the implementation of a two-State solution scheduled for July 28-30. While engaging in a forward-leaning and constructive manner, it is our hope that this conference would pave the way for concrete steps towards achieving a two-State solution, Harish said. He said India underscores its readiness to contribute to efforts aimed atshaping a political horizon that restores hope for the Palestinians and achieving sustained peace in the Middle East. #IndiaAtUN PR @AmbHarishP delivered s statement at the @UN Security Council Quarterly Open Debate on the Situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question. @MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy pic.twitter.com/T7NNvIXzqk India at UN, NY (@IndiaUNNewYork) July 23, 2025 The high-level conference, co-chaired by Saudi Arabia and France, was scheduled to take place from June 17-20 but was postponed due to escalating tensions in the region. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has stressed that it is essential to keep alive the two-State solution perspective with all the terrible things we are witnessing in Gaza and the West Bank. And for those that doubt about the two-state solution, I ask: What is the alternative? Is it a one-state solution in which either the Palestinians are expelled or the Palestinians will be forced to live in their land without rights? That would be totally unacceptable. I firmly believe that it is the duty of the international community to keep the two-State solution alive and then to materialise the conditions to make it happen, he had said. President of the General Assembly Philemon Yang has described the international conference as a crucial opportunity that we must seize to chart an irreversible path towards the implementation of the two-State solution. It is imperative that this conference succeeds. India reiterated that the pathway to enduring peace is rooted in a two-State solution - one that establishes a sovereign, viable and independent State of Palestine within recognised and mutually agreed borders, living side by side with Israel in peace. Indias endeavour is to make a tangible impact on the daily lives of the Palestinians by implementing projects in diverse sectors, and the country is currently implementing projects valued at more than USD 40 million, Harish said.
IMD issues red alert for Konkan, orange alert for Mumbai
MUMBAI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday issued an orange alert from Mumbai and neighbouring areas and a red alert for various other districts in the Konkan region, predicting heavy rainfall over the next two days. Mumbai witnessed incessant showers since early Wednesday morning, due to which some low-lying areas like Andheri subway were waterlogged and vehicular movement was affected in parts of the city, civic officials said. Amid the downpour, traffic snarls were witnessed at key locations, including on the Eastern Express Highway and the Western Express Highway. In the 24-hour period ending at 8 am on Wednesday, the island city, eastern suburbs and western suburbs recorded an average rainfall of 47.77 mm, 33.10 mm and 53.92 mm, respectively, the civic officials said. The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Mumbai said the Konkan region and ghat areas in Maharashtra will get heavy downpour due to the low pressure area formed in the Bay of Bengal. In the next 24 hours, a low pressure area is forming in the Bay of Bengal and the impact of it will be visible on Konkan region of Maharashtra, RMC official Shubhangi Bhute said. The IMD has sounded an orange alert for Palghar, Thane and Mumbai districts, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places on Thursday. A yellow alert has been issued for these places on Friday. The weather department has also given a red alert for Raigad, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall at a few places with extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places on Thursday. The red alert has been maintained for Raigad and Ratnagiri on Friday as well. The IMD has issued a red alert for ghat areas of Satara, Pune and Kolhapur districts on Thursday, and the ghat regions of Satara and Pune on Friday. A red alert implies a ake action warning, while orange and yellow alerts suggest e prepared to take action and e aware warnings, respectively.
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