Methane Pollution Has Cheap, Effective Solutions That Arent Being Used
The International Energy Agency estimates that 70 percent of the fossil fuel sectors methane emissions could be cut with existing technologiesmany of which would save polluters money.
Thane Roads To Remain Close For Mumbai Metro Work: Timing, Alternative Routes
The traffic police in Thane have issued an advisory for I & U girder work on parts of Ghodbunder Road.
Mumbra Aftermath: Mumbai High Court Suggests Installing Automatic Doors In Locals
The judges acknowledged the unfortunate incident of June 9 near Mumbra in Thane district, where 13 passengers fell from a moving trainreportedly resulting in five fatalities and nine injuries.
Nine teams to inspect illegal bldgs: Thane civic body to HC
Heavy Rain Alert For Some Maharashtra Districts; Rivers Flowing Above Danger Mark
Orange alert warning of heavy rains was sounded for Thane, Raigad, Mumbai, Nashik, and Ratnagiri districts along with Ghats of Satara district. The alerts will be valid till 8.30 am on July 20.
Huge methane gas reserve found in western Nepal
A recent report indicates that western Nepal may possess approximately 430 billion cubic metres of methane gas reserves. This could potentially fulfill the nation's gas demand for about 50 years. Initial findings from a Chinese-led exploration project in the Dailekh district revealed significant methane deposits in a single well.
Passenger injured in Mumbra train mishap dies after 10 days in ICU; toll rises to 5
A 51-year-old man, injured in the Mumbra train accident last week, has died in a Thane hospital, raising the death toll to five. Anil More, a resident of Shahpur, fell from a crowded Kasara-CSMT local train. Activists are criticizing the railway administration for not increasing local train services to the extended suburbs, leading to overcrowding and dangerous conditions.
Mumbai Rains LIVE Updates Mumbai city has witnessed heavy rains since Wednesday evening, which continued until Thursday morning. We are providing live coverage of the situation, including updates on waterlogging in areas such as Dadar, Chembur, Kalyan-Dombivali, Thane, Raigad, Colaba, Santacruz, Vile Parle, and Andheri, disruptions to local trains on the Western, Central, and Harbour lines, and alerts from the India Meteorological Department. . Read more on Nation by NDTV Profit.
Demolition begins again at illegal 17-building residential complex in Thane
IMD Predicts Heavy Rainfall For Mumbai, Thane, Palghar Tomorrow; Orange Alert In Raigad, Ratnagiri
The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for 'heavy to very heavy rainfall' in Raigad and Ratnagiri districts of Maharashtra
Residents evacuated after plaster falls from old building in Thane
Thane school shifts to online classes till June 28 following health scare among students
Heavy rain alert today for Mum, Thane & Raigad
Concern over mosquitoes at Thane school
Maharashtra reports 67 fresh COVID-19 cases, two deaths
MUMBAI: Maharashtra recorded 67 COVID-19 cases, including 17 in Mumbai, on Tuesday and two related fatalities in the last 24 hours, the health department said. With the latest additions, the overall tally of patients who tested positive since January this year rose to 2,108, while the death toll climbed to 31, out of which 30 patients had comorbidities. The two fresh fatalities were reported from Thane and Solapur. At 17, Mumbai reported the highest number of cases, taking the overall count to 880, including 439 cases reported in June alone. Solapur municipal corporation and Pune civic areas reported 16 and 14 fresh cases, respectively. The state health department has tested 20,468 samples since January 1 this year, out of which 2,108 returned positive. Covid infections growing milder, occasional surges expected but don't worry: experts
No Supreme Court Relief For 17 Thane Buildings Marked For Demolition
The demolition of 17 properties in Maharashtra's Thane, ordered by the Bombay High Court will proceed.
KMRL submits feasibility study for Mumbai Water Metro: 250-km network, 29 terminals proposed
KOCHI: In a major step towards expanding its national footprint, Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has submitted a detailed feasibility study report for a Water Metro project in Mumbai, modelled on its successful Kochi Water Metro initiative. The proposed plan envisions a 250-kilometre waterway network, with 29 terminals and 10 routes, covering the entire Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The report was submitted to Maharashtra Ports and Fisheries Minister Nitish Rane, who officially received it and directed relevant departments to initiate steps toward its implementation. We expect the Maharashtra government to entrust us with the preparation of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Mumbai Water Metro as well, a senior KMRL official said, adding that Minister Rane appreciated the quality and timeliness of the report. The proposed water metro will connect several key water bodies and creeks across MMR, including Vaitarna, Vasai, Manori, Thane, Panvel, and Karanja, offering an integrated and eco-friendly transport alternative. The feasibility report was earlier presented at a high-level meeting in Mumbai, chaired by Minister Rane. The KMRL team, led by Chief General Manager Shaji P Janardhanan, included Senior Deputy General Manager Nishanth N and Manager Arjun Krishna K. Senior officials from the Maharashtra Maritime Board, including CEO M Pradeep Prabhakar, IAS, and Chief of Ports Capt. Praveen Khare, were also present. This marks the first time KMRL has secured a consultancy assignment through a competitive bidding process, establishing its credentials as a key national player in sustainable urban transport. KMRLs Consultancy Division, which prepared the report within a record timeframe, is fast emerging as a strategic business arm. In addition to enhancing revenue, the division is instrumental in replicating the Kochi Water Metro model in other Indian cities. Currently, under the directive of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) and the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), KMRL is also conducting feasibility studies for Water Metro projects in 21 other cities across 11 states and two Union Territories. Experts suggest that if KMRL is entrusted with the DPR and subsequent implementation in Mumbai, it could solidify its position as a global leader in sustainable urban water transport mirroring the role Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) plays in Indias metro rail landscape.
Thane To Face 12-Hour Water Cut On June 19: Full List Of Affected Areas
Ahead of the cut, residents have been advised to store enough water in advance and avoid any wastage.
India not a signatory, UNHCR card not valid here, says court
A Thane court sentenced eight Rohingya Muslims to two years imprisonment and a fine for illegally entering and residing in India without valid documents. The court ordered their deportation to Myanmar after their sentence, emphasizing that UNHCR cards don't grant residency rights in India.
Mumbai Metros Largest Depot To Come Up In Mogharpada, Thane: 12 Lakh Passengers To Benefit
The depot will serve as the central operations and maintenance hub for Metro Lines 4, 4A, 10 and 11, covering a 55.99 km network from CSMT to Mira Road.
Monsoon Intensifies In Maharashtra: Heavy Rain Lashes Pune, Lonavala; Bhushi Dam Overflows
IMD has issued alerts for 22 districts in Maharashtra. While Ratnagiri is under red alert, orange alerts have been issued for Palghar, Thane, Raigad, Sindhudurg, Dhule, Nandurbar.
Mumbai: According to the latest weather update by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), orange alert indicating heavy rainfall in Mumbai, Thane and Palghar regions where a red alert indicating ...
Incessant rains lashed Mumbai in the morning, inundating low-lying areas. Konkan and other parts of Maharashtra have been receiving heavy rains for the past few days, resulting in the death of 18 ...
Thane locals show powerof unity over tunnel tussle
Man and pet rescued from fire at Thane high-rise
MMRDA secures 430 acres land in Thane for largest integrated metro hub
Mumbai's metro infrastructure received a boost. MMRDA acquired land in Mogarpada, Thane, for a large metro depot. This depot will support metro lines 4, 4A, 10, and 11. The project includes a farmer-centric rehabilitation plan. Affected individuals will receive developed plots. Public consultations ensured transparency. The depot aims to improve urban mobility and reduce commute times.
Eight killed as heavy rains lash parts of Maharashtra; alert issued for coastal districts
Heavy rains caused havoc in Maharashtra. At least eight people died due to lightning strikes. The weather department issued alerts for several districts. Ratnagiri and Raigad received red alerts. Palghar, Thane, and Sindhudurg received orange alerts. NDRF and SDRF teams are ready for rescue operations. Ratnagiri recorded the highest rainfall. The Jagbudi River is above the warning level.
Eight killed as heavy rain, lightning lash Maharashtra; red alert issued for coastal districts
MUMBAI: At least eight persons were killed, mostly due to lightning strikes, as heavy rains pummelled parts of Maharashtra, officials said on Sunday. The weather department has issued a red alert for the coastal districts of Ratnagiri and Raigad and an orange alert for Palghar, Thane, and Sindhudurg, and ghat areas of Pune, Satara and Kolhapur, they said. Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) have been stationed for rescue operations. As per the state disaster management report, Ratnagiri recorded the highest rainfall at 88.1 mm, followed by Raigad with 65.3 mm, Sindhudurg with 43.8 mm, Thane with 29.6 mm, and Yavatmal with 27.5 mm, in 24 hours ending at 11 am. According to authorities, eight people have lost their lives, and 10 have suffered injuries in different parts of the state. Fatalities, mostly due to lightning strikes, were reported in Mumbai, Sindhudurg, Dhule, Nashik, Sambhajinagar, Nandurbar, and Amravati, they said. Among major rivers in the Konkan region, the Jagbudi River in Ratnagiri district is flowing above the warning level, and Khed, Alsure, Chinchghar and Prabhuwadi villages on its banks may be affected if the water level rises, the disaster management report stated.
Heavy rains lash Mumbai, IMD issues yellow alert; orange for neighbouring districts
The Weather Department sounded a 'yellow' alert for Mumbai, forecasting heavy showers at isolated places, and an 'orange' alert for neighbouring Thane, Raigad and Palghar districts
Heavy rains lash Mumbai; 'yellow' alert for city, 'orange' for neighbouring districts
MUMBAI: Parts of Mumbai received heavy rainfall overnight and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday predicted more showers at isolated places in the city and suburbs, civic officials said. The weather department sounded a 'yellow' alert for Mumbai, forecasting heavy showers at isolated places, and an 'orange' alert for neighbouring Thane, Raigad and Palghar districts, which are expected to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall. Parts of Mumbai witnessed heavy showers overnight along with thunder and lightning. The rains eased by morning, with only light showers, and no major waterlogging was reported. In the 24-hour period ending at 8 am on Sunday, the island city received 31 mm rainfall, while the eastern and western suburbs recorded 21 mm and 20 mm rainfall, respectively, as per the civic officials. A high tide of 4.27 metres is expected at 2.52 pm on Sunday and a low tide of 1.91 metres at 8.55 pm. On Monday, there is forecast of a high tide of 3.55 metres at 2.37 am and a low tide of 1.06 metres at 8.20 am, the officials said. Thunderstorm, light rain likely in Delhi today
Mumbai weather: IMD issues yellow alert for rain, neighbouring districts under orange alert
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather alerts for Mumbai and surrounding districts, predicting rainfall. Mumbai is under a 'yellow' alert with forecast of heavy showers, while Thane, Raigad, and Palghar are under an 'orange' alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall. The city experienced overnight showers, with no major waterlogging reported and high and low tides are expected.
After heavy rain on Sat, city on yellow alert; orange for Thane
Thane man convicted of sex assault on 6-yr-old girl, gets 20 yrs in prison
Thane administration takes possession of land for Metro car depot after resistance from farmers
Congress attacks Modi Govt for abstaining on Gaza ceasefire resolution in UN
NEW DELHI: The Congress on Saturday attacked the Centre for abstaining from voting during the UNGA resolution for a ceasefire in Gaza and alleged that India's foreign policy is in shambles. The opposition party also demanded answers from the government on whether India has abandoned its principled stand against war, against genocide, and for justice. It is now increasingly evident that our Foreign Policy is in shambles. Perhaps, PM Modi must now take a call on his EAM's repeated blunders and set some accountability, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said. In a post on X, he said that 149 countries voted for a UNGA resolution for a ceasefire in Gaza while India was only one of the 19 countries that abstained. We virtually stand isolated by this step, he added. Kharge further stated that the Congress had condemned the attacks by Hamas on the people of Israel on October 8 2023. We have consistently condemned the indiscriminate actions that included a siege of the Gaza Strip and bombings in it. 60,000 people have died and there is a widespread and horrific humanitarian crisis. Have we abandoned India's consistent stand advocating for a ceasefire, peace, and dialogue in the Middle East and West Asia? he asked. Kharge affirmed that this position is deeply rooted in India's long-standing tradition of non-alignment and moral diplomacy, through which the nation has always promoted justice and peace in global conflicts. Noting that on October 19 2023, the Congress called for an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza, he said, India cannot stand by silently or passively while the region faces horrific violence, humanitarian catastrophe, and increasing instability. Echoing similar sentiments, AICC general secretary, organisation, KC Venugopal said India always stood for peace, justice, and human dignity. But today, India stands alone as the only country in South Asia, BRICS, and SCO to abstain on a UNGA resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza. 60,000 killed. Most of them women and children. Thousands starving. International aid blocked. A humanitarian catastrophe is unfolding, he said in a post on X, questioning if India has abandoned its principled stand against war and genocide. Venugopal called on the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to explain what had changed in the last six months that led India from supporting a ceasefire to abstaining from the vote. Training guns on the Narendra Modi-led government, he accused the Centre of having little regard for Jawaharlal Nehru's legacy and questioned why it had abandoned Atal Bihari Vajpayee's principled stance on Palestine. Emphasising that India has long been a principled voice for ceasefire, peace, and dialogue in the Middle East, Venugopal reiterated that India has historically championed the cause of justice and humanitarian values in global conflicts. At a time when the region is witnessing unspeakable violence, humanitarian collapse, and growing instability, India cannot afford to remain silent or passive, the Congress leader noted. Similarly, Congress MP from Wayanad, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also expressed her disappointment at India's stance at the UN. This is a tragic reversal of our anti-colonial legacy. In fact, not only are we standing silent as Mr Netanyahu annihilates an entire nation, we are cheering on as his government attacks Iran and assassinates its leadership in flagrant violation of its sovereignty and complete contravention of all international norms, she said in a post on X. How can we, as a nation, just abandon the principles of our constitution, and the values of our freedom struggle that led the way for an international arena based on peace and humanity? she asked. Noting that there is no justification for this, she added that true global leadership demands the courage to defend justice, and India has shown this courage unfailingly in the past. In a world that is increasingly divisive, we must reclaim our voice for humanity and stand fearlessly for truth and non-violence, Vadra asserted. AICC media department head Pawan Khera also said that India's UN abstention on the Gaza ceasefire comes as an act of staggering moral cowardice - a shameful betrayal of our anti-colonial legacy and the values of our own freedom struggle. He recalled how India once stood tall for Palestine and became the first non-Arab state to recognise the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) in 1974, inviting Yasser Arafat to attend the 7th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) summit held in New Delhi in 1983 and formally recognised Palestinian statehood in 1988. We stood for justice not as strategy, but as principle. But today, that proud legacy lies in ruins, he said. The abstention is also a craven U-turn from India's December 2024 vote in the favour of a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, proving that the Modi government remembers nothing, stands for nothing, and chases only photo-ops even if they involve blood-soaked handshakes, Khera added. As Israel sets West Asia ablaze - bombing Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and now Iran - Modi's complicity has abandoned India's conscience. The world does not listen to the nation that speaks loudest, it listens to a nation that speaks with clarity, courage and conscience. And India must never surrender that voice, his post on X read. The 193-member UN General Assembly voted overwhelmingly to adopt the resolution introduced by Spain that demanded an immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire. India was among the 19 nations that abstained, while 12 countries voted against the resolution, which got 149 votes in favour. India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish said that the resolution comes against the backdrop of the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza.
Mumbai Police Rescue Kidnapped Businessman, Arrest Three in Nagaland
HT Digital KOHIMA, JUNE 14: In a thrilling rescue mission, the Mumbai police have arrested three people in Nagaland on charges of kidnapping a 66-year-old businessman from Badlapur, which is part of Maharashtras Thane district. The businessman was allegedly invited to Dimapur, Nagaland, on the promise of a fat deal involving land and bamboo business. []
Bombay high court orders inspection and inquiry into 17 illegally constructed buildings in Thane
Autorickshaw driver arrested for attempt to murder after he rams into on-duty DCP in Thane
Four dead, nine injured: CR investigates train incident
Mumbai: The Central Railway (CR) on Friday urged people and its staffers to share information related to the June 9 accident in which four persons were killed, and nine others injured after falling off overcrowded local trains in Maharashtras Thane district. In a statement issued in the evening, four days after the incident, the CR 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 .
Weather Update: Rainy Weekend Likely In Mumbai, Thane | Check IMD Forecast
Mumbai and Thane will remain under a yellow alert from 12 to 15 June due to the revival of monsoon currents
With plane crash, family's excitement for flight attendant Roshni's wedding turns into despair
THANE: Flight attendant Roshni Songhare was about to add a new chapter in her life as she was set to tie the knot with a merchant navy officer next year, and her excited family members had started making preparations for it. But all that excitement turned into despair after the news of the London-bound Air India flight crashing in Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon broke. Roshni, 26, was one of the crew members on board that flight. This development plunged the Songhare family living on Rajaji Path in Dombivli town of Maharashtra's Thane district into numbing silence. Roshni had left her home three days ago for duty excited, as always, to serve on international flights - this time from Ahmedabad to London. But the fatal crash of the aircraft snuffed out her dreams and left her family members - 50-year-old father Rajendra, mother Shobha and younger brother Vignesh completely shattered. She was the heartbeat of this home. We were getting her engaged in November and married in March, a close relative told reporters in a trembling voice. Time played cruelly with her, he said. A native of Mandangad in coastal Ratnagiri district, the Songhare family had moved to Mumbai for work and shifted to Dombivli two years ago. Roshni, a bright and determined girl, was the family's pride and pillar. Her father worked tirelessly to educate both his children, and Roshni, inspired by the skies, pursued and completed a flight attendant course. She began her career with SpiceJet and later joined Air India, where she opted for international assignments relishing every airborne mile, her family members said. She was so happy to be flying again. We were all looking forward to her wedding. Everything was going right, said her uncle Praveen Sukhdere, who has rushed Dombivli to be with the grieving family. After the news about the plane crash flashed, the family members immediately tried to contact her. But when there was no response, panic gripped. Her father and brother immediately rushed to Ahmedabad, holding on to hope. Roshni's fianc, a highly educated officer in the merchant navy from Guhagar taluka, currently living in Thane, had met her through a family acquaintance. She was finally getting everything she had worked so hard for, a neighbour said tearfully. Apart from being a flight attendant, Roshni was also a social media influencer with over 54,000 followers on Instagram. Her account, which was once a reflection of celebration of her journey, is now filled with condolence messages, with one reading, You flew high, Roshni. You just flew a little too far. From a little girl with stars in her eyes to an international flight attendant with wings of hope, Roshni's journey inspired many, her close relatives said. Elderly Maharashtra couple, first air hostess from Nava village among victims in devastating Air India crash
IIT Kharagpur student held for raping 13-year-old girl in Thane
THANE: A student from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has been arrested for allegedly raping a 13-year-old girl in Maharashtra's Thane city, police said on Friday. The police on Thursday arrested the 23-year-old accused based on a complaint lodged by the girl's mother and registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act against him, an official said. The accused, who lives in the Kalwa area, allegedly lured the differently abled girl with new clothes and sexually assaulted her, he said. The official said, The probe team has recovered a video of the sexual assault from the accused's mobile phone, which also contained objectionable videos and photos of other girls. It is suspected that the accused may have targeted more women in the past, he said, adding that further probe is underway.
Mumbai Rains: IMD Issues Yellow, Orange Alerts For Mumbai, Thane And Other Maharashtra Districts
The IMD has predicted intense monsoon activity across Mumbai and several other districts in Maharashtra over the next three days.
China-Operated Ship Transports US Ethane To India For First Time
Chinas Satellite Chemical Co. is the operator of the very large ethane carrier and its voyage to Dahej appears to be a cargo resale.
Breaking News: Amit Shah Addresses Media; Maharashtra Reports 112 Covid Cases
ANI shares visuals from the Santosh Nagar and Champapet areas Amid the recent rise in Covid-19 cases in Maharashtra, the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation in Thane district has kept 15 isolation ...
Thane Investment Firm Accused Of Cheating 78 Investors Of Rs 3.7 Crore
Thane police have registered a case against eight individuals associated with an investment firm for allegedly cheating 78 investors of Rs 3.7 crore after promising them high returns, officials said on Thursday.
COVID-19: Isolation beds kept ready in Kalyan-Dombivli civic hospitals in Maharashtras Thane
Maharashtra reported 107 new COVID-19 cases on June 11, 2025, taking the total of viral infections detected in the State so far this year to 1,700, as per the Public Health Department
Thane residents win relief as Borivli tunnel entry realigned
Thane tragedy: CCTV cameras view blocked by trains, those injured too cant tell how they fell
Central Railway has formed a five-member committee to investigate the Mumbra tragedy, where four commuters died after falling from two fast local trains. Initial observations suggest bags brushing against passengers may have caused the incident near a curve. CCTV footage offered limited insight, and injured commuters provided unclear accounts.
In the wake of the recent train tragedy near Thane, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said that the Central and state governments are jointly working on a comprehensive master ...
Maharashtra government hikes liquor taxes to raise 14,000crore in annual revenue
MUMBAI: The Maharashtra state cabinet on Tuesday approved a significant increase in excise duty on liquor, aiming to boost revenue by approximately 14,000crore per year . The state cabinet approved the Excise Departments recommendations after a secretary-level study group reviewed best practices from other states. The group proposed measures to expand liquor production, streamline licensing, and enhance excise duty and tax collection. Key decisions approved by the cabinet Excise duty increases: Indian-Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) up to 260 per bulk litre will now be taxed at 4.5 the declared production cost, up from the previous 3. Country liquor duty has increased from 180 to 205 per proof litre. New Maharashtra-Made Liquor (MML): A new category of grain-based foreign liquor, to be produced exclusively by Maharashtra distillers. Manufacturers must register their MML brands separately. Revised minimum retail prices for 180ml bottles: Country liquor: 80 MML: 148 IMFL: 205 Premium foreign liquor: 360 Licensing amendments: Sealed foreign liquor shops (FL-2) operating under lease agreements will incur a 15% increase in annual license fees. Hotel/restaurant licenses (FL-3) on the same basis will face a 10% fee hike Strengthening the excise department: An AI-enabled integrated control room will monitor distilleries, bottling units, wholesalers, and other operations. A new divisional office dedicated to Mumbai (city and suburbs) will be established, along with six additional superintendent offices in Mumbai suburbs, Thane, Pune, Nashik, Nagpur, and Ahilyanagar. Recruitment of 1,223 new staff: 744 regular and 479 supervisory positions.
NEW DELHI: A new study reveals that climate change is expected to cause a 43% increase in the intensity of extreme rainfall events throughout the country, along with a two-fold rise in heatwave days in major Indian cities. It recommends establishing a climate observatory to provide real-time early warnings about extreme weather events to help minimise damage. Conducted by IPE Global and Esri India, the study titled Weathering the Storm: Managing Monsoons in a Warming Climate analysed district-level spatial and temporal assessments to develop heat stress scenarios for the years 2030 and 2040. It aimed to establish a connection between climate change and the increased frequency and unpredictability of extreme rainfall and heatwave events. According to the study, major cities in India, including Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Patna, Surat, Bhubaneswar, and Thane, are likely to experience a twofold increase in heatwave days by 2030. These rising heatwave conditions are expected to lead to more erratic and intense rainfall. Extended heat wave conditions are likely to trigger more frequent, incessant and erratic rainfall events, said Abinash Mohanty of IPE Global, a co-author of the paper. The paper underlines the grim situation of climate change's impact. It points out that 8 out of 10 districts in India are going to experience multiple instances of incessant and erratic rainfall by 2030. The frequency, intensity, and unpredictability of these extreme heat and rainfall events have risen significantly in recent decades, said Mohanty. The study shows that India has witnessed a 15-fold increase in extreme heat wave days across the March to May and June to September months in last three decades (between 1993-2024). Alarmingly, the last decade alone has witnessed a 19-fold increase in extreme heat wave days. We found that the monsoon season in India is witnessing an extended summer-like condition except on non-rainy days, said Mohanty. According to the study, more than 75% of districts in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Meghalaya, and Manipur will witness the double whammy of heat stress-induced erratic and incessant rainfall by 2030. Districts of these states will at least witness one instance of heat wave during March, April, and May by 2030. We advocate for establishing a Climate Risk Observatory (CRO) to provide real-time risk assessments at national, devising risk financing instruments to mitigate heat risk and extreme rainfall events, said Mohanty. The study also suggests appointing heat-risk champions within district disaster management committees. This will allow these agencies to prioritise and unify the heat-risk mitigation efforts at the district level and, consequently, accelerate heat resilience.
'Next Station- Death': How Mumbai Locals Went from Being Lifelines to Deathtraps
Four people died after falling from two overcrowded Mumbai local trains in Thane. Railway experts dissect reasons.
A tragic incident at Mumbra station saw eight commuters falling off local trains, resulting in four fatalities and nine injuries. Overcrowding and platform conditions are being investigated as potential causes, though railway officials dispute the curve's role. Authorities are also examining scratch marks on a train coach.
Thane train mishap: Overcrowding? Brushing of bags? Or did metal object do it?
A tragic accident near Mumbra station resulted in four fatalities and nine injuries, prompting a railway investigation. Initial theories suggest the incident occurred as two packed trains crossed on a curve, potentially causing passengers on footboards to be pushed or lose balance due to brushing backpacks. Officials are also examining the possibility of a metal object striking the train and the role of overcrowding.
Following the Mumbra incident, calls for local trains starting from Diva have grown stronger. Activists believe this could reduce overcrowding on the Thane-Diva route. Politicians like Niranjan Davkhare are supporting the demand. Shrikant Shinde suggests extending the fifth and sixth lines to CSMT.
Thane Man Ignored Friend's Advice To Stand Near Train Door, That Saved Him
Shirsat and Saroj, childhood friends and colleagues, used to travel together to their workplace at Airoli in Navi Mumbai.
Commuters on Mumbais Kalyan-Thane stretch demand urgent solutions to severe overcrowding on local trains. Daily travelers describe chaotic conditions, dangerous boarding struggles, and health risks, especially during peak hours. Many blame the replacement of non-AC trains with costly AC services and suggest staggered office timings. Overcrowding, they say, leads to injuries and life-threatening situations, highlighting a worsening crisis.
Central Railway locals serve 26 lakh passengers daily; 11 lakh on just Thane-Karjat/Kasara stretch
Someone From A Coach Ahead Of Ours Fell...: Thane Train Mishap Witness
At least four commuters, including a GRP constable, died and six were injured after falling off a moving and overcrowded local train in Maharashtra's Thane district during rush hour, officials said.
Passengers on footboard brushed against each other: RPF
The mishap at Mumbra railway station on Monday morning that killed four and injured nine occurred as the passengers standing on the footboard of two suburban trains brushed against each other, causing thirteen to fall, a Thane railway police station official said.
All Mumbai local trains to have automatic doors
The Railway Ministry has decided to have automatic door closing facilities in coaches of all existing and new local trains for Mumbai Suburban, a senior official said on Monday after four passengers died and six were injured when they fell from a moving overcrowded local train in Thane district.
Maharashtra Reports 65 New Covid-19 Cases
The new cases comprise 29 from Pune, 22 from Mumbai, five from Nagpur, four from Kolhapur, two from Thane district and one each from Sangli, Satara and Parbhani.
Govt stopped talking about present, now selling dreams of 2047: Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, Jun 9 (PTI) The Narendra Modi governments 11 years have witnessed no accountability but only propaganda, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged on Monday and said the Centre has stopped talking about the present and is now selling dreams of 2047. Gandhis attack on the government came after at least four passengers were killed and six injured after falling off a moving and overcrowded local train in Maharashtras Thane district. In a post in Hindi on X, the leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha said, While the Modi government is celebrating 11 years of service, the reality of
Passengers on Footboard of Two Trains Brushing Past Each Other Caused Mishap: Railway Cops
Four killed, nine injured after 13 fall off speeding suburban trains at Mumbra during morning rush hour, say Thane GRP officials.
Mumbai local mishap: 'Something hit our compartment'
An eyewitness to the horrific suburban railway mishap in Maharashtra's Thane district on Monday morning said the chain of events began after someone in the coach ahead of his either fell after hitting a wall or 'something hit our compartment'.
Four passengers died today, while six others were injured, after falling off an overcrowded local train in Thane
Govt Has Stopped Talking About Present, Now Selling Dreams Of 2047: Rahul
New Delhi, Jun 9: The Modi governments 11 years have witnessed no accountability but only propaganda, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged on Monday and said the Centre has stopped talking about the present and is now selling dreams of 2047. Gandhis attack on the government came after at least four passengers were killed and six injured after falling off a moving and overcrowded local train in Maharashtras Thane district. In a post in Hindi on X, the Leader of Opposition [] The post Govt Has Stopped Talking About Present, Now Selling Dreams Of 2047: Rahul appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Four Killed, Six Injured After Falling From Overcrowded Train In Maharashtras Thane District
Maha local train accident: Death toll rises to four, nine injured
Maha local train accident: Death toll rises to four, nine injured Mumbai: The death toll from the tragic incident during Monday mornings rush hour in Maharashtras Thane has risen to four, officials reported, adding that 13 passengers fell from a moving local train between Mumbra and Diva stations. Nine injured individuals were admitted to Chhatrapati [] The post Maha local train accident: Death toll rises to four, nine injured appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Fadnavis, Pawar Call Thane Local Train Mishap Unfortunate; Probe Underway
Four dead, six injured after passengers fall off overcrowded train; CM, DyCM urge railway safety reforms
Four killed, six injured after falling off moving local train in Thane
Mumbai: At least four passengers were killed and six injured after falling off a moving and overcrowded local train in Maharashtras Thane district Monday morning, police said. The incident took place between Diva and Kopar railway stations when the train was going towards Kasara, a police official said. The incident occurred probably after commuters hanging []
Ten passengers fall from moving local train near Mumbai, one dies
Ten passengers fall from moving local train near Mumbai, one dies Mumbai: At least one person and nine others were injured after falling from a moving local train near the Mumbra railway station close to the Maharashtra capital Mumbai. The Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) confirmed that of the ten passengers travelling from Kasara to CSMT, [] The post Ten passengers fall from moving local train near Mumbai, one dies appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Video: 4 killed, 6 injured after falling from overcrowded moving train in Thane
Mumbai: At least four passengers were killed and six injured after falling off a moving local train in Maharashtras Thane district on Monday morning, police said. The incident occurred between Diva and Kopar railway stations when the overcrowded train was going towards Kasara, an official said. As there was a huge rush during the peak 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 .
Four persons killed, six injured after falling off moving train in Thane
MUMBAI, June 9: At least four passengers were killed and six injured after falling off a moving local train in Maharashtras Thane district on Monday morning, police said. The incident occurred between Diva and Kopar railway stations when the overcrowded train was going towards Kasara, an official said. As there was a huge rush during the peak hour, many people were standing at the doors of the train, he said. While the train was in motion, at least [] The post Four persons killed, six injured after falling off moving train in Thane appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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As per officials, at least six passengers were found injured along the fast line railway track between Mumbra and Diva stations in Thane district. They were suspected to have fallen from a moving train, the officials said.
Six passengers die after falling from overcrowded local train in Maharashtra's Thane
MUMBAI: At least six passengers were killed and six injured after falling off a moving local train in Maharashtra's Thane district on Monday morning, police said. The incident occurred between Diva and Kopar railway stations when the overcrowded train was going towards Kasara, an official said. As there was a huge rush during the peak hour, many people were standing at the doors of the train, he said. While the train was in motion, at least 10 passengers fell down, the official said. A guard of another train, which was going towards Kasara, alerted the railway authorities about the incident, he said. All the passengers who fell were rushed to a civic-run hospital in Kalwa. Four of them were declared dead on arrival, the official said. The deceased were in the age group of 30 to 35 years, he said. Swapnil Nila, chief public relations officer of the Central Railway, earlier in the day told PTI that the guard of a Kasara-bound train reported about the injured passengers along the track side to the control room at around 9.30 am. The injured passengers were rushed to the nearby hospitals, he said. Nila had said it was not yet known from which train the passengers fell. Shiv Sena Lok Sabha member from Thane, Naresh Mhaske demanded a probe into the death of passengers. The cause of the incident needs to be addressed. How did they fall. Was there a crowd, were they pushed, was there a fight, he told a regional news channel. Mhaske said, One can understand if it was a crowded local train. But in this case, the tragedy happened in a moving express train. The administration also needs to be alert. Leader of Opposition in the state legislative council Ambadas Danve in a post on X said the incident of so many people suddenly getting out of the Pushpak Express and resulting in the accident is heartbreaking and serious. This incident raises questions about railway safety in Mumbai, he said. Following this incident, Ministry of Railways has decided that rakes under manufacturing for Mumbai Suburban will have automatic door closing facilities and all rakes in service will be redesigned. @RailMinIndia has decided now that all rakes under manufacturing for Mumbai Suburban will have automatic door closer facilities and all rakes in service will be redesigned with automatic door closure facility in the rakes of Mumbai Suburban:Rly. @NewIndianXpress Rajesh Kumar Thakur (@hajipurrajesh) June 9, 2025
Five feared dead as passengers fall off overcrowded train in Maharashtra's Thane
MUMBAI: At least five passengers were killed and six injured after falling off a moving local train in Maharashtra's Thane district on Monday morning, police said. The incident occurred between Diva and Kopar railway stations when the overcrowded train was going towards Kasara, an official said. As there was a huge rush during the peak hour, many people were standing at the doors of the train, he said. While the train was in motion, at least 10 passengers fell down, the official said. A guard of another train, which was going towards Kasara, alerted the railway authorities about the incident, he said. All the passengers who fell were rushed to a civic-run hospital in Kalwa. Four of them were declared dead on arrival, the official said. The deceased were in the age group of 30 to 35 years, he said. Swapnil Nila, chief public relations officer of the Central Railway, earlier in the day told PTI that the guard of a Kasara-bound train reported about the injured passengers along the track side to the control room at around 9.30 am. The injured passengers were rushed to the nearby hospitals, he said. Nila had said it was not yet known from which train the passengers fell. Shiv Sena Lok Sabha member from Thane, Naresh Mhaske demanded a probe into the death of passengers. The cause of the incident needs to be addressed. How did they fall. Was there a crowd, were they pushed, was there a fight, he told a regional news channel. Mhaske said, One can understand if it was a crowded local train. But in this case, the tragedy happened in a moving express train. The administration also needs to be alert. Leader of Opposition in the state legislative council Ambadas Danve in a post on X said the incident of so many people suddenly getting out of the Pushpak Express and resulting in the accident is heartbreaking and serious. This incident raises questions about railway safety in Mumbai, he said. @RailMinIndia has decided now that all rakes under manufacturing for Mumbai Suburban will have automatic door closer facilities and all rakes in service will be redesigned with automatic door closure facility in the rakes of Mumbai Suburban:Rly. @NewIndianXpress Rajesh Kumar Thakur (@hajipurrajesh) June 9, 2025
Thane Train Accident Today: Tragedy struck on Monday as at least five passengers died and several others were injured after falling from an overcrowded local train between Diva and Mumbra stations in Thane district. The incident occurred on a train bound for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) in Mumbai, with preliminary reports indicating overcrowding as a major factor.
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The incident took place near Mumbra station in the district, the police said.
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Mumbra Train Accident: Five Dead After Falling Off Local Train In Thane, Near Mumbai
All the injured have been rushed to the hospital. The incident happened between Diva to Mumbra local stations.
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Bank executive arrested for stealing gold worth Rs 27 lakh mortgaged by customers
Sachin Arun Kalan, a 29-year-old bank executive, was apprehended in Thane district on June 6 for allegedly stealing gold worth Rs 27 lakh. Kalan, employed at a private bank in Ambernath East, reportedly misappropriated gold ornaments pledged by customers between May and May 26 while managing gold loan cases.
