Man from suburban Mumbai sustains injuries after falling between railway tracks near Thane station
9 drown, 12 missing in separate incidents during Ganesh idol immersions in Maharashtra
MUMBAI: Ganpati festivities culminated on Sunday with lakhs of devotees bidding farewell to the adorable elephant-headed god they consecrated and worshipped for ten days, while at least nine persons drowned and 12 were missing in various incidents related to immersion of idols in Maharashtra. These incidents were reported from Thane, Pune, Nanded, Nashik, Jalgaon, Washim, Palghar and Amravati districts, officials said on Sunday. In Pune district, five persons were swept away in different water bodies in three separate incidents, an official said. Two men were swept away in Bhama river at Waki Khurd and one at Shell Pimpalgaon. Another person slipped into a well at Birwadi in the rural part of the district. A 45-year-old man was swept away at Khed, the Pune official said. Bodies of three persons were recovered, he added. Three persons were swept away in a river in Gandegaon in Nanded district, one of whom was rescued some time later, a local official said. Search was on for the other two, Nanded police said. Similar incidents took place in Sinnar and Kalwan areas of Nashik district. Five persons were swept away in Nashik. The bodies of two persons have been recovered, while efforts are on to trace the others, the official said. Three persons were swept away in Jalgaon in separate incidents, the official said. Three persons from Mundewadi in Thane's Shahapur taluka were swept away in the strong currents of the Bhargavi river near a dam. They were returning after immersing a Ganpati idol, Shahapur Tehsildar Parmeshwar Kasule said. He identified the persons as Datta Lote, Pratip Munde and Kuldeep Jakare. The bodies of Lote and Munde have been retrieved. The search for Jakare is underway, the tehsildar said. In Palghar district, three men who were swept away in a creek during Ganpati idol immersion were saved with the help of a Ro-Ro boat after a quick alert from maritime authorities, officials said on Sunday. The incident took place at around 3 pm on Saturday at Narangi jetty in Virar (West), they said. Two persons drowned in Washim district, a local official said, adding the body of one of them has been recovered. One man drowned in Amravati, as per police. His body was retrieved by the disaster management team. In Mumbai city, where immersion processions extend several hours, a man died of electrocution and five other individuals sustained injuries, civic officials said. The incident occurred on Khairani Road in the Sakinaka area on Sunday morning when a Ganesh idol came into contact with a hanging electric wire. Amid continuous rainfall in Maharashtra, state disaster response teams and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel have been deployed, officials said. In neighbouring Madhya Pradesh, two teenage boys drowned after falling into a stream during the immersion of an idol of Lord Ganesh in Raisen district. The boys drowned after falling into a stream in Gatkheda village on Saturday night, police said.
Ganesh immersions: 4 drown, 13 missing in Maharashtra; NDRF teams deployed
Tragedy struck Maharashtra during Ganesh idol immersions as at least four people drowned and 13 others went missing across various districts. Incidents occurred in Pune, Nanded, Nashik, Jalgaon, Thane, and Amravati, exacerbated by swollen rivers and water bodies due to continuous rainfall. Rescue operations are underway with State Disaster Response teams and the NDRF deployed.
Ganesh idol immersions: 4 persons drown, at least 13 missing in Maharashtra
Tragedy struck Maharashtra during Ganesh idol immersions as at least four people drowned and 13 went missing across various districts. Incidents occurred in Pune, Nanded, Nashik, Jalgaon, Thane, and Amravati, with swollen rivers and water bodies due to continuous rainfall complicating rescue efforts. State and National Disaster Response Forces have been deployed to aid in the search and rescue operations.
Japan's Mitsui to operate ONGC's ethane carriers; equity structure under discussion
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines will operate two very large ethane carriers for ONGC to import petrochemical feedstock for OPaL's Dahej facility, with imports starting around mid-2028. The firms are discussing a joint venture, with Mitsui likely holding a majority stake in the Korean-built ships.
Japans Mitsui to operate ONGCs ethane carriers; equity structure under discussion
NEW DELHI, Sept 7:Japanese shipping firm Mitsui O.S.K. Lines will operate two very large ethane carriers for Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) to import petrochemical feedstock for a subsidiary of the state-owned company, sources said. ONGC has entered into a partnership to build, own and operate two very large ethane carriers (VLECs). The two firms are currently discussing equity structure of the joint venture, two sources with direct knowledge of the matter said. Mitsui is likely to own [] The post Japans Mitsui to operate ONGCs ethane carriers; equity structure under discussion appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IMD issues orange alert for Palghar, heavy showers likely in city and Thane
The ghats of Nashik have been placed under an orange alert and the ghats of Pune under a yellow alert, both expecting heavy rainfall during the day
Not in race to claim credit, working with CM as team: Shinde on ads featuring only Fadnavis
THANE: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has asserted there is no race among the ruling Mahayuti allies to claim credit for work, and that he is working with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis as a team. Shinde made the comments in response to a question over full-page advertisements published in prominent newspapers on Saturday, featuring only CM Fadnavis. One advertisement showed Fadnavis offering floral tributes to the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, while another showed him paying obeisance to Lord Ganesh on the occasion of Anant Chaturdashi, the last day of 10-day Ganpati festival. Both the ads have 'Devabhau' written in Marathi at the bottom. However, it could not be known who sponsored the advertisements. Talking to reporters on the sidelines of a public function in Thane on Saturday, Shinde was asked whether the advertisements were an attempt by CM Fadnavis to project himself as the architect of the Maratha reservation. In response, Shinde said, We are not in a race to take credit. Whether it is the Maratha community or the Other Backward Classes (OBC) community, the work of delivering justice to them has been done by the Mahayuti government. The validation of this work was already received in the last assembly elections. Now Devendraji and I have started our second innings as a team. Going forward, our agenda remains the same - development of the state and helping the poor and needy, he said. The issue of Maratha reservation resurfaced recently in the state with activist Manoj Jarange's five-day hunger strike in Mumbai to press for the demand. Jarange launched the protest on August 29 and called it off on September 2 after the state government accepted most of his demands. After the stalemate ended, CM Fadnavis said the government found a solution in the interest of the Maratha community. The ruling Mahayuti comprises the BJP, Shinde-led Shiv Sena and Ajit Pawar's Nationalist Congress Party (NCP).
Actor Ashish Warang Dies at 55 Following Cardiac Arrest
Known for roles in Sooryavanshi, Drishyam and Marathi films, Warang passed away in Thane after health complications
Heavy rain likely in some areas of Mum, Thane during visarjan today
Two More Arrests in Thane Hoteliers Attempted Murder Case, Accused Developer is now Wanted by police
Body Of Teen Who Fell Into Creek In Maharashtra From Suburban Train Found
The body of a 19-year-old man who fell into Vitawa creek near Kalwa in Thane district from a suburban train was recovered on Friday afternoon, a civic official said.
Kokannagar Govinda Pathak, along with Sanskruti Yuva Pratishthan Trust, secured a Guinness World Record for erecting a 10-tier human pyramid during Janmashtami celebrations in Thane on August 16, 2025. However, rival Jai Jawan Govinda Pathak contested the recognition, asserting they also achieved the same feat multiple times that day. Guinness officials verified Kokannagar's record based on provided evidence.
Navi Mumbai Woman Robs From Sister's House, Arrested
A 29-year-old woman was arrested for allegedly stealing valuables worth Rs 24.42 lakh from her sister's house in Maharashtra's Thane district within eight hours of the crime, police said on Friday.
Prostitution racket: Actor arrested in Thane
Police in Thane arrested a 41-year-old actor for allegedly running a prostitution racket, coercing aspiring actresses into the illegal trade. Acting on a tip, authorities sent decoy customers and caught the actor accepting money. Two women active in television serials and Bengali cinema were rescued and sent to a shelter home, while a case has been registered against the accused.
Thane: Bangla actor arrested for running prostitution racket
In a shocking incident, a 41-year-old actor named Anushka Moni Mohan Das has been arrested in the Thane district of Maharashtra for allegedly running a prostitution racket.
UNITED NATIONS: India has voiced regret over the Ukraine conflict's collateral consequences, including prices of fuel, saying countries of the Global South have been left to fend for themselves, as Delhi underscored that diplomatic efforts hold the promise to end the war and bring lasting peace. India continues to remain concerned over the situation in Ukraine. We maintain that the loss of innocent lives is unacceptable, and no solution can be found on the battlefield, India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, said Thursday. Addressing the UN General Assembly debate on The situation in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine', Harish said India continues to ote with regret that the collateral consequences of the conflict, including prices of fuel, is affecting the world at large and particularly the countries of the Global South, which have been left to fend for themselves. From our perspective, it is critical that their voices are heard, and their legitimate concerns duly addressed. Underscoring that the wholehearted participation and commitment of all stakeholders are critical for lasting peace, India told the UN General Assembly that it welcomes the ecent positive developments in this direction. Harish said Delhi endorsed last month's summit meeting in Alaska between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, and voiced appreciation for the progress made at the summit. We also note the subsequent diplomatic efforts by the US president in engaging with Ukrainian president and European leaders in Washington Harish said. We believe all these diplomatic efforts hold the promise of bringing to an end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and opening up prospects for a lasting peace. Three days after rolling out the red carpet for Putin for the summit meeting in Alaska, Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and seven other European leaders - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, French President Emmanuel Macron, United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte - in the White House. Harish said Prime Minister Narendra Modi remains in touch with Putin, Zelensky and the European leadership on the evolving situation. Underlining that an early end to the Ukraine conflict is in everyone's interest, Harish referred to Modi's message that this is not an era of war and emphasised that Delhi stands ready to support diplomatic efforts for an early end to the conflict. Hours before India's statement at the UNGA, Modi spoke with European Council President Antnio Costa and von der Leyen. Exchanged views on issues of mutual interest and efforts for bringing an early end to the conflict in Ukraine, Modi said in a post on X. Earlier on Thursday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also spoke with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and discussed bilateral cooperation as well the Ukraine conflict. India supports an early end to this conflict and the establishment of an enduring peace, Jaishankar said. Sybiha said he informed Jaishankar about the current battlefield situation and Ukraine's efforts to achieve a just peace. We rely on India's authoritative voice and active role in supporting the full cessation of hostilities and broader international peace efforts, Sybiha said, adding that he and Jaishankar agreed to meet during the upcoming high-level UN General Assembly session. Modi met Putin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Tianjin, China, earlier this week and the two leaders exchanged views on regional and global developments, including the peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine. Last week, Modi and Zelensky spoke over phone and exchanged views on the ongoing conflict, its humanitarian aspect, and efforts to restore peace and stability. Harish stressed that India has consistently advocated that the path of dialogue and diplomacy is the only way forward to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, no matter how insurmountable such a course may appear. He said India's approach to the Ukraine conflict continues to be people-centric, providing humanitarian assistance to Ukraine and economic support to friends and partners in the Global South, including some of India's neighbours who are facing economic distress.
Thane court acquits 2 Mumbai residents in fake currency case citing investigative flaws
Mishap on Thane flyover kills biker, injures car driver
In the chaos of the crash, a motorcyclist riding on the flyover was struck by one of the vehicles. The impact flung the rider off the elevated structure, leading to his death on the spot, the officer added
Land row: Thane man crushed under car multiple times
Bodies of woman and girl found in pond near Kasarwadavli, Thane
Brace for rains as IMD issues yellow alert for Mumbai, orange alert for Thane and Palghar
600cr Ghodbunder highway widening project in Thane faces strong local opposition
Thane MACT orders MSRTC to pay 13.9L relief to family of accident victim
In Haryana, warnings have been issued for Karnal, Indri, Thanesar, Kaithal, Nilokheri, Radaur, Barara, Jagadhri, Chhachhrauli, Narayangarh, Panchkula, Guhla, Pehowa, Shahabad, Ambala, and Kalka. Chandigarh is also covered under the red alert.
Stench, rashes, flies BSK residents want SWM unit shut, shifted
BENGALURU: Residents of Banashankari 6th Stage and surrounding areas staged a rally on Sunday, demanding the closure and relocation of the Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited (SWM) processing unit at Lingadheeranahalli. The protest, held under the banner Parisara Jagruti Jaatha, was organised to highlight what locals describe as years of health hazards, environmental damage, and official apathy. The residents, who marched from the garbage plant along 100-ft Road to Chikkegowdanapalya, accused the BBMP of showing an inhuman approach by installing a large waste facility in the middle of a residential layout. Apart from residents, environmental activists, Congress leader Shivamadaiah and BJP leader Jayaram Gowda, who is also the Supreme Court Petitioner in this case, extended support. Protesters also recalled how the National Green Tribunal (NGT) had earlier fined BBMP Rs 10 lakh for environmental damage and ordered a halt to processing, but operations continued after the civic body obtained relief from the Supreme Court. Locals allege that ever since the plant was set up in 2015 as a temporary measure, it has continuously released toxic emissions and leachate into the surroundings. The unbearable odour, with swarms of mosquitoes and houseflies, has forced many families to relocate, while others have postponed moving into their homes. At night, the stench becomes suffocating. Hundreds of flies swarm into our houses. We are battling skin rashes, respiratory issues, and recurring fevers, yet our complaints have gone unheard, said Rashmi Mavinkurve, a resident. Despite repeated assurances from the government, including statements from the deputy chief minister that garbage plants would be shifted to the citys outskirts, residents say no action has followed. Complaints to the KSPCB go unanswered, with only token acknowledgments issued. Despite a suo motu case initiated by the Upa Lokayukta based on a TNIE report in April 2024, residents complain that no visible change is still seen. Residents argue that the plant violates buffer zone norms, with houses next to its compound wall. They accuse BBMP of failing to comply with the 29 conditions set by the Supreme Court and ignoring Karnataka State Pollution Control Board directions. While the Supreme Court permitted operations under strict safeguards, locals say no conditions have been implemented. KSPCBs studies have been eyewash. Toxic water is dumped into stormwater drains, polluting Sompura Lake and flowing towards the Cauvery basin. The air is filled with methane, hydrogen sulphide, and other volatile organic compounds. Even the so-called odour-control measures, like spraying lemongrass oil, are causing dizziness and nausea, Keshav Prasad HS, another resident, rued.
Thane Woman Dies By Suicide During Video Call With Boyfriend: Police
A 23-year-old woman allegedly died by suicide during a video call with her boyfriend in Maharashtra's Thane district, prompting his detention after accusations of harassment and blackmail, a police source said on Sunday.
Thane Activist Serves Legal Notice to MPCB for alleged Violating HC Order on Idol Immersion
Publicise panel report on hydrocarbon exploration, Anti-methane Project Federation urges T.N. govt.
Bag of voter ID and PAN cards found in Thane, Congress seeks probe
Thane Man Thrashes Friend Over Loan Dispute, Threatens To Remove His Kidney
A Panvel man allegedly assaulted his friend over unpaid loan dues, threatened kidney removal, and stole Rs 12300; police registered a case.
Caterer held with drugs worth Rs 2.38 crore in Thane
Cyber Warriors inducted across Thane police stations to aid investigations
3-year-old boy from Gujarat kidnapped, strangled by cousin; Body found in Mumbai train toilet
AHMEDABAD: Gujarat's Surat city has been shaken by the chilling kidnapping and murder of a 3-year-old boy. The prime suspect, his own cousin, dumped the child's body in a train toilet in Mumbai before vanishing with the mother's mobile phone. Now, multiple police teams are chasing him across Maharashtra and Bihar in a high-stakes manhunt. The Amroli Police of Surat City and Surat Crime Branch are now locked in a cross-state chase for the accused, 26-year-old Vikas, who is on the run after allegedly strangling his little cousin. The nightmare began on August 21, when Vikas who had recently arrived from Bihar to stay with his aunt Durgadevi in Amroli area of Surat took her son, Akash alias Aarav, out to play. Both disappeared soon after, along with Durgadevi's mobile phone. Days later, Akash's body was discovered stuffed inside the dustbin of an AC train coach toilet at Lokmanya Tilak station, Mumbai. The boy had been strangled with the very rope tied around his neck. The accused, a native of Siwan in Bihar, escaped immediately after the murder. Police sources revealed he had previously worked in Gulf countries like Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait, and has been living a reclusive, erratic life since returning. The investigation gained momentum after police traced the missing mobile phone belonging to the child's mother which Vikas carried with him. However, he has kept officers off-track by frequently switching the device on and off, leaving only fleeting signals in Mumbai, Thane and Bihar. CCTV footage from railway stations on the Kushinagar train's route and Lokmanya Tilak station has become the focus of the probe. At the same time, officers are struggling to extract details from the grieving family, who remain in deep shock. Police insiders describe Vikas as a loner with no friends and no personal mobile phone often wandering without purpose. No prior criminal record has surfaced so far, but his sudden violent act has stunned investigators. Tensions had reportedly been simmering in the family. Vikas's mother Rabri Devi had been living with her sister Durgadevi in Surat, but quarrels broke out over accommodation and work. Whether this dispute triggered the killing remains unanswered. At present, five teams from the Surat Citys Amroli Police, Crime Branch, and Local Crime Branch are deployed in Mumbai, Thane and Bihar to nab the fugitive.
Mumbai Rains LIVE Updates: IMD Issues Orange Alert For Mumbai Suburban, Thane, Raigad
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Mumbai: Thane civic body forms special squad to curb unauthorised constructions
The Thane Municipal Corporation has established a special squad to combat unauthorized construction in Diva and Mumbra, responding to numerous complaints. Commissioner Saurabh Rao ordered the team's formation after a review meeting, emphasising the urgency of addressing violations.
Man Kills Woman, 75, Attacks Her 97-Year-Old Mother In Maharashtra: Cops
Police have arrested a man for allegedly killing a 75-year-old woman and stealing her jewellery besides attacking her nonagenarian mother in Thane district of Maharashtra, officials said on Saturday.
Torrential rains in Maharashtra displace over 4,000 people in two days; Raigad worst hit
MUMBAI: Torrential rains over the past two days has displaced around 4,143 people across Maharashtra, with Raigad district reporting the highest number at 1,332, according to the state disaster management authority. On August 19, rain-related incidents, including wall collapses, drowning, falling trees and landslides, killed 10 people and injured two, while 52 animals also died, the report said. The data showed Raigad recorded the largest displacement at 1,332, followed by 610 in Thane, 471 in Sangli, 438 in Palghar, 361 in Satara, 350 in KurlaKranti Nagar, 293 in Nanded and 212 in Pune. Authorities said most displaced people have been temporarily accommodated in relatives houses, schools, colleges and community halls. Food, water, blankets and medicines are being provided. As a precaution, 18 National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams have been deployed for rescue operations. In the last 24 hours, the heaviest rainfall was reported in the Mumbai suburbs, Thane, Raigad, Mumbai city and Ratnagiri. In Mumbai, 32 incidents of electric short circuit were reported, including one that killed 17-year-old Deepak Pillai in Bhandup. The city also reported 93 tree-fall incidents 27 in South Mumbai, 23 in the eastern suburbs and 42 in the western suburbs. Fourteen house collapses were recorded, including four in Mumbai city, seven in the eastern suburbs and three in the western suburbs. Meanwhile, the downpour has also brought relief, with four reservoirs supplying drinking water to Mumbai Modak Sagar, Tansa, Tulsi and Vihar now overflowing. Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Wednesday chaired a review meeting, directing local administrations to extend all possible help to the displaced and relocate people at risk from flooding rivers. He also asked revenue officials to carry out surveys of damaged crops so that compensation can be provided to farmers in time. 782 passengers rescued from two Mumbai monorail trains stalled amid torrential rain
Sena (UBT)-MNS panel loses BEST credit society poll; BJP mocks Thackeray brand as reduced to zero
MUMBAI: In a jolt to the Shiv Sena (UBT) and the MNS, their panel has lost all 21 seats in the election to the BEST Employees Cooperative Credit Society Ltd, a platform where the two parties came together amid a buzz about a pan-Maharashtra alliance. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis accused the Sena (UBT)-MNS of politicising the credit society polls around the Thackeray brand. The defeat prompted the BJP to mock the Thackeray brand, saying it has turned to zero. Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut downplayed the defeat, saying he had no information about the results. The Thackeray brand can never fail. The credit society election is neither a final exam nor a unit test (for the upcoming local body polls), Raut said. Suhas Samant, president of the BEST Kamgar Sena, aligned with the Sena (UBT), told PTI on Wednesday that the defeat of all its 21 candidates was shocking. The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) and the Sena (UBT), headed by cousins Raj and Uddhav Thackeray, respectively, came together on one platform to contest the election, seen as a precursor to a possible alliance between the two parties. Voting was held on Monday for the election to the cooperative credit society linked to the employees of the civic undertaking Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST), which runs the citys ubiquitous red buses. Counting began on Tuesday and continued till late at night. A usually low-key and obscure election, the Sena (UBT) envisaged it to make the election a platform to showcase the unity of the two Thackeray cousins, a Sena (UBT) leader said. Leaders from the Sena (UBT) and MNS had said the latter did not have enough strength in the BEST undertaking, but this poll gave the two parties a platform to test their joint clout ahead of the much wider elections to urban and rural local bodies, including the cash-rich Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The BEST is the transport wing of the BMC, which was controlled by the Bal Thackeray-founded Shiv Sena for over two decades before it went under administrator control a few years ago. The two parties had formed a panel named Utkarsh and fielded 21 candidates for the polls. The Sena (UBT) nominated 18 candidates, the MNS two, while one was from the Association of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes aligned with them. The rival panel of Shashank Rao bagged the maximum 14 seats. There were five panels in the fray, including the Sahakar Samruddhi owing allegiance to BJP MLC Prasad Lad. There was also a union supporting the Shiv Sena, led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Money prevailed in this election, Samant claimed. MNS leader Sandeep Deshpande had alleged on Monday that money was being used to lure voters in the BEST credit society polls. After the result, Deshpande on Wednesday said it should not be seen as a litmus test for the local body polls. The war has not ended yet, he said. Rao, son of the late veteran trade union leader Sharad Rao, called the results a victory for BEST employees, who he said have rejected the Sena (UBT)-led group because of their anti-worker policies. He said CM Fadnavis and Mumbai BJP head Ashish Shelar have always supported the BEST workers. Shelar, who is also a state minister, described the win as a good omen for his party in Mumbai. For the BJP, this is a positive sign from Mumbaikars. Workers and employees have backed us, while those fighting for pat (credibility) and pedhi (money) have been handed a big pumpkin. Once again, it is clear that workers and labourers are with us, Shelar said on social media. This is indeed a huge positive sign, he added. Despite the election being conducted through ballot papers, we have won. So-called political analysts, experts alleging vote theft, and self-styled fearless speakers have been exposed. Mumbaikars are with us, and Mumbai is ours, Shelar asserted. Echoing his views, BJP state chief spokesperson Keshav Upadhye said the outcome underscored the waning influence of the Thackeray cousins. The poll came amid speculation of a possible alliance between the Sena (UBT) and the MNS for the forthcoming local body polls in the state. Lad in a post on X said, The Thackeray brand turned out to be zero in the BEST employees' cooperative credit society election. The boss of the brand could not even win a single seat. We have shown them their position. Shinde, who had led a rebellion to split the original Shiv Sena in 2022, also seized on the opportunity to target the. Some had predicted we would not win even one seat (in assembly polls), yet we won 60 of the 80 we contested. When they win elections, EVMs are good, but when they lose, EVMs are bad. Even the BEST union election held on ballot papers proved their claims hollow, he said at an event in Thane. People have done the work of busting the brand. They have backed us, which is why we won the Vidhan Sabha polls. Mahayuti will win a thumping majority in local body polls, he added. The BEST Employees Cooperative Credit Society Ltd has the civic undertaking's existing and former employees as members, who form the electoral college. The credit society has more than 15,000 members and, for years, was dominated by the BEST Kamgar Sena, which is aligned with the Sena (UBT).
Mumbai Weather Forecast: IMD Issues Yellow Alert For Aug. 21, Moderate Showers Expected From Friday
Several areas in Mumbai will continue to witness heavy rainfall until Thursday, with conditions expected to normalise in the following days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Wednesday. Extremely heavy rainfall in the past four days has brought the city to a standstill, severely disrupting daily life. The weather agency issued an orange alert for Wednesday, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places across Mumbai. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Thursday as heavy rain is expected in many areas of the city. From Friday onwards, the rainfall intensity is expected to subside in Mumbai with moderate showers between Aug. 22 and Aug 24, as per the IMD forecast. Between Aug. 16 and 20, Mumbais Santacruz weather station recorded a staggering 875 mm of rainfall, according to IMD data. During this time, Colaba station received 394 mm of rainfall. The agency had issued a red alert for the city on Monday and Tuesday as extremely heavy rainfall continued, leading to severe waterlogging on roads and major disruptions to train and flight services. In the Brihanmumbai (Mumbai city and suburbs) area, extremely heavy rainfall occurred over the past two to three days. In some places, unprecedented rainfall, exceeding 350 millimetres in a short period, poured down, the organisation said on Wednesday. Mumbai: Scared Passengers Were Even Ready To Jump Off Stranded Monorail, Says Rescuer ( ) - . . , (on Mumbai, BMC (@mybmc) August 20, 2025 The impact of the continuous downpour spilled over into Wednesday, with waterlogged streets and partially disrupted train services still affecting daily life. Several leading airlines, including IndiGo and SpiceJet, also urged their passengers to plan ahead, warning that adverse weather conditions could continue to impact services. The seven water-supplying lakes in Mumbai also witnessed a significant surge in total storage levels, with four lakes overflowing, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) data on Wednesday morning showed. Tulsi and Vihar lakes became the latest to start overflowing after reaching their peak capacity due to the incessant rainfall in the last few days. Both lakes have received more than 500 mm rainfall each in the last 48 hours. Modak Sagar and Tansa lakes, which had started overflowing in July but later saw a dip in water levels, have once again reached their peak capacity, according to the BMC data. Other lakes are also above 90%, taking the combined capacity of all seven lakes to over 95% of the total capacity of 14.47 lakh million litres. Mumbai Rains: Day-wise Weather Forecast For This Week Aug. 20: Heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places very likely Aug. 21: Heavy rainfall at isolated places very likely Aug. 22: Generally cloudy sky with moderate rain expected Aug. 23: Generally cloudy sky with moderate rain expected Aug. 24: Moderate rainfall expected Aug. 25: Rainfall likely in Mumbai Aug. 26: Rainfall likely in Mumbai Mumbai Rains LIVE Updates: Churchgate-Dahanu Trains Delayed; IMD Issues Red Alert For Thane, Palghar . Read more on National by NDTV Profit.
Maharashtra government inks MoUs worth Rs 42,000 crore ahead of local polls
MUMBAI: Ahead of the upcoming local body elections, the Maharashtra government has given a major push to urban infrastructure by signing eight memoranda of understanding (MoUs), paving the way for investments worth over Rs 42,000 crore and generating 25,000 jobs. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that Maharashtra is turning into a Data central capital and capital of solar power. He added that the huge investment is coming in both the data and solar power sectors. The eight MoUs have been signed with an expected investment of Rs 42,892 crores, and that will generate 25,000 jobs in the state. There is also aboost for the Hyperloop project. The big transformation is happening in the logistics, transport, and mobility sector across India, and Maharashtra is taking the big leap, CM Devendra Fadnavis said. As per state government data, the state inked the Rs 10,900 crore investment with Jupitar International Ltd, which will invest in Solar power projects. This said investment will generate 8308 jobs in the state. Besides, an MoU with Rochak System Pvt Ltd for setting up the data centre with the investment of Rs 2508 crore and 1000 jobs will be generated. The state government also signed the Rs 2564 crore worth MoU with Rovision Tech Hub with the expectation of 1100 jobs generation. There are many more such firms, with the state government having signed the MoU and which will encourage to conversion of Maharashtra into a data and solar capital in India. Moreover, CM Fadnavis, on Thursday, in a cabinet meeting, approved several infrastructure development projects that included approval of the third and fourth rail lines connecting Mumbai to Lonavala, and new 268 air-conditioned (AC) local trains for Mumbai. The cabinet also approved the Navi Mumbai to Thane, a 25-kilometer elevated road that will connect to major suburbs and the Navi Mumbai airport and improve connectivity. Besides, it has given the green signal to the Mumbai metro line 11 that will connect a 16 Km metro line from the Gateway of India to the Wadala depot. The expected cost of this Metro 11 project is Rs 24,000 crore, and funds for this project will be raised from the Japanese Bank.
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Schools and colleges will remain closed in Thane and Navi Mumbai on Wednesday, August 20. But BMC has not issued any such information yet.
Thane: 20 Rain-Related Deaths In 4 Months; Over 1,800 mm Showers Recorded This Monsoon
At least 20 people have lost their lives in rain-related incidents in Maharashtra's Thane district over the last four months.
20 die in rain-related incidents in Thane in 4 months; over 1,800 mm showers recorded this season
Tragic rain-related incidents in Maharashtra's Thane district have claimed the lives of 20 people in the last four months, with the region receiving 1,842.9 mm of rainfall this monsoon season. The fatalities were caused by tree falls, drowning, lightning strikes, and electrocution.
Mumbai rains 2025: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Thane, Palghar, and nearby districts in Maharashtra due to extremely heavy rainfall. In response, authorities declared a holiday for schools and colleges across five districts, including Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg. The precautionary closure was announced to ensure public safety. Emergency services were put on standby, and transport services saw delays in affected regions. IMD continues to monitor the situation and issue necessary weather updates.
Heavy rains praralyse Mumbai: Offices shut, transport disrupted amid IMD red alert
Torrential rainfall lashed Mumbai on Tuesday, bringing the city to a near standstill as low-lying areas were submerged, local train services delayed, and road traffic severely disrupted. In response to the heavy downpour, authorities shut schools, colleges, and government offices, urging citizens to stay indoors. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced the closure of all government and semi-government offices, except essential services, as a precautionary measure following a red alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Private establishments were advised to allow employees to work from home. In the 24 hours ending Tuesday morning, several areas recorded over 200 mm of rainfall, with Vikhroli in the eastern suburbs receiving the highest at 255.5 mm, followed by Byculla (241 mm), Juhu (221.5 mm), and Bandra (211 mm). Mahalaxmi saw the lowest at 72.5 mm. Heavy waterlogging was reported across the city, including in Andheri, Borivali, Chembur, Sion, Dadar, and Matunga, crippling traffic and public transport. Key routes like the Eastern Express Highway, Eastern Freeway, and Mumbai-Gujarat highway witnessed flooding. Bus services of the BEST were rerouted in multiple locations, while suburban train services on both Central and Western Railway lines ran late by up to 10 minutes. A technical snag between Ambivali and Shahad on the Central line added to commuter woes, though railway officials claimed that water levels on the tracks remained below danger levels. The IMD has forecast very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall for Mumbai and surrounding districts through Tuesday, accompanied by gusty winds reaching 4555 kmph. A high tide of 3.75 metres at 9:16 am and another of 3.14 metres at 8:53 pm is expected to worsen the waterlogging. The Directorate of Higher Education also declared a holiday for all senior colleges across Maharashtras Konkan region, including Palghar, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg districts. Mumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel, warning of potential hazards, especially near the coastline. Step out only if necessary. Were on high alert and ready to assist in any emergency, he posted on X (formerly Twitter). All civic and emergency response agencies remain on high alert as rains continue to batter the city.
Heavy rains disrupt trains, roads, and daily life in Mumbai
Relentless overnight downpours brought Mumbai to a standstill Tuesday morning, submerging roads, crippling local train services, and prompting authorities to shut schools and colleges across the city and neighbouring Konkan districts. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued a red alert for Mumbai and adjoining areas, forecasting extremely heavy rainfall. The warning proved accurate, with several areas recording over 150 mm of rain in just 21 hours. Low-lying areas such as Gandhi Market, Dadar, Chembur, Borivali, Andheri, and Sion were heavily waterlogged, causing severe traffic snarls. Train services were also delayed across multiple suburban routes. The city saw particularly intense rainfall between 5 am and 6 am, with localities like Mumbai Central, Grant Road, Dadar, Worli, and Malabar Hill recording between 40 mm and 65 mm in just one hour. The Directorate of Higher Education declared a holiday for all senior colleges in Palghar, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg as a precautionary measure. With no immediate let-up expected, authorities have urged citizens to stay indoors and avoid non-essential travel.
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Maharashtra rain fury: Seven dead, crops damaged; Mumbai, Thane, other districts on red alert
MUMBAI: Heavy rain across Maharashtra has left seven people dead, damaged nearly two lakh hectares of standing crops, and caused widespread disruption to property and daily life. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday reviewed the situation with divisional commissioners via video conference. He directed revenue and administrative officers to conduct damage assessments of affected crops and properties and ensure timely compensation. So far, seven people have died due to heavy rain, and several rivers have also crossed the danger level. The alert message has been sent to the concerned people, Fadnavis said In Sambhaji Nagar district alone, 800 villages were affected. The two lakh hectares of land with standing crops got damaged. The panchanama will be carried out and compensations will also be given, he added. The chief minister also instructed officials to provide shelter, food and other necessities to people stranded by floods and heavy rain. Authorities have declared holidays for schools and colleges on Tuesday as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for August 18-19 in Mumbai, Thane, Raigad and Palghar districts and a yellow and orange alerts for other parts of the state. Mumbai reels under 177 mm rain in 8 hours; flights hit, schools shut as red alert issued The state government has asked local administrations to close schools and colleges in districts under heavy rain warnings. In Marathwada, five people drowned in flooding, while two others died in house and wall collapse incidents. In Mumbai, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) declared a holiday for all schools. Afternoon classes were also cancelled, its PRO said. Waterlogging caused severe traffic congestion across the city. Airlines issued advisories to passengers after the city remained lashed by heavy showers for a fourth consecutive day. IndiGo and Akasa Air urged travellers to check flight status and plan their journeys in advance due to flooding and traffic disruptions. Both carriers posted updates on their official X handles. Thane, Mumbai and Navi Mumbai face the wrath Incessant heavy rains on Monday triggered a landslide in a hilly area in Kalyan in Thane district, damaging four houses, officials said. The landslide occurred on Monday afternoon at Netivali Hill in the Jai Bhavani Nagar area of Kalyan. Nobody was injured. Roads in several areas across Thane, Palghar, and Navi Mumbai regions were waterlogged, and traffic crawled as copious downpours lashed the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Some residents have been shifted to a municipal school in Netivali for safety, and arrangements for food and accommodation have been made, said Deputy Commissioner Sanjay Jadhav of the Kalyan Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC). Thane city recorded more than 100 mm of rainfall at 4.30 pm, said Yasin Tadvi, chief of the disaster management cell of the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC). Elsewhere in Thane district, rescue teams used boats to transport schoolchildren in Kalwa, where heavy flooding disrupted movement. Meanwhile, Navi Mumbai recorded 115.17 mm of rainfall from 8.30 am on August 17 to 8.30 am on August 18, with another 83.68 mm between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm. The city had earlier logged 134.68 mm and 105.70 mm of rainfall over the preceding two days. Despite the heavy downpour, officials said proactive measures kept the situation under control. Our teams are removing blockages in drains, deploying additional pumps, and monitoring tide levels. Citizens should remain indoors except for essential work and contact the civic helpline for emergencies, said Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation Commissioner Kailash Shinde. In the wake of heavy rains in Mumbai over the last few days, Vihar lake, one of the key sources of potable water for the metropolis, started overflowing on Monday afternoon, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said. The lake, which has a storage capacity of 2,769.8 crore litres, is the sixth of the seven reservoirs, that supply potable water to Mumbai, to overflow, bringing relief to local residents. The lake, located in the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, overflowed at 2.45 pm , the BMC said. Last year, the lake started overflowing almost a month early, on July 25. A day before, another lake in Mumbai, Tulsi, overflowed following heavy rains in the city and suburbs. Mumbai receives 3,800 MLD (millions of litres per day) water from seven reservoirs -- Bhatsa, Upper Vaitarna, Middle Vaitarna, Tansa, Modak Sagar, Vihar and Tulsi -- located in Mumbai, Thane and Nashik districts. The scenic Powai lake in Mumbai also started overflowing earlier this year, but its water is not used for drinking purpose, BMC officials said.
Video: Thane Locals Swim Through Flooded Underpass To Save Stranded Car Passengers
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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.
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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
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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
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 .
In a rare honor, Rani Bhosale, superintendent of Thane Central Jail, and her husband Rajaram Bhosale, an additional superintendent, have received the President's Medal for Meritorious Service. They are among eight Maharashtra prison personnel recognized with police medals. The awards acknowledge their long-standing commitment to prison management. Other recipients include officers from Mumbai, Byculla, and Kolhapur jails.
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)
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.
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
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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
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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.
MNS workers beat up food stall operator over remarks against Marathi people, Raj Thackeray
THANE: Maharashtra Navnirman Sena activists allegedly assaulted a food stall operator in Kalyan area of Thane district, accusing him of making derogatory remarks against Marathi people and Raj Thackeray. Taking cognisance of the viral video, a police official said the law and order monitoring has been stepped up. The incident occurred at a hotel in Durgamata Mandir Chowk area on Friday. The video clip shows MNS's Kalyan (East) office-bearer Kush Rajput and other workers confronting the operator of a South Indian food outlet and beating him up. He was forced to apologise and made to promise that he would not make such remarks in future. The incident comes against the backdrop of MNS workers thrashing a north Indian sweet shop owner in the Mira Bhayandar area, also in Thane district, for being unable to speak Marathi. Police had registered a case in the Mira Bhayandar incident. We have seen the video of the Kalyan incident circulating on social media. As of now, no police complaint has been filed. We have stepped up law and order monitoring in the area, he added. Attacks on north Indian migrants settled in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region increased in the last two months amid a row over the implementation of a three-language policy in Maharashtra. Amid a hue and cry over the imposition of Hindi in the school curriculum, the Mahayuti government had to withdraw two Government Resolutions in June that reportedly made Hindi a default third language for students of classes one to five. Auto-rickshaw driver thrashed by Sena workers over 'anti-Marathi' remarks; video goes viral
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.
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.
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
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Two arrested in Maharashtra for discussing jihad in WhatsApp group
Mumbai: Two members of a WhatsApp group were arrested following a joint operation by Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh police in Thane district on Monday, August 4, on charges of alleged radicalising people and discussing jihad (holy war), officials said. Based on specific information, Anti-Terrorism Squads (ATSs) of Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra police raided a house 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 .
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
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 .
