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Mumbai man loses Rs 70,000 after clicking on obscene link on Facebook

A Mumbai man lost Rs 70,000 after clicking a malicious, obscene link on Facebook. His phone overheated and was hacked, leading to unauthorized bank transactions. He reported the incident online and to Sakinaka Police, who have registered a case against an unknown individual and launched an investigation into the cyber fraud.

15 Jun 2026 11:17 pm
MHT-CET 2026 PCM results declared: 26 students score 100 percentile, CET Cell introduces two-attempt system

MHT-CET 2026 PCM results are out, with 26 students achieving a perfect 100 percentile. The exam saw a 94.73% attendance rate. A new two-attempt system, similar to JEE, has been introduced for better opportunities. Individual scorecards are available, and admissions will be based on the higher percentile.

15 Jun 2026 9:48 pm
Western Railway plans Borivali redevelopment, Kandivali upgrade to ease congestion

Western Railway is set to ease Borivali station's congestion by developing Kandivali station in parallel. This comprehensive plan includes an additional platform at Borivali, improved passenger facilities, and expanded parking. Kandivali's development will support future operations and passenger growth, aiming for a seamless multimodal transport system. The initiative prioritizes minimal passenger inconvenience during redevelopment.

15 Jun 2026 9:24 pm
Retd man loses Rs 7 crore in fake trading scheme in Mumbai, 3 arrested

Mumbai cyber police apprehended three individuals for aiding online fraudsters who duped a retiree of nearly Rs 7 crore through fake share trading. The victim believed his investment had soared to Rs 149 crore. The arrested men allegedly facilitated the transfer of Rs 76 lakh to company accounts they controlled, with one accused helping to open the shell companies.

15 Jun 2026 2:46 pm
Chhaava actor Sanchita Ugale dead: Locked room, sari, last Instagram post and police probe what we know

Television actress Sanchita Ugale, 22, was discovered deceased at her Nalasopara East residence on Saturday evening, in what appears to be a suicide. Police reported she allegedly hanged herself from a ceiling fan in her locked bedroom. An Accidental Death Report has been registered, and further inquiries are ongoing.

15 Jun 2026 1:43 pm
Man booked for dragging petrol pump employee on car bonnet in Mumbai

A motorist is facing charges after a violent incident at a Borivali East petrol pump. He allegedly hit a staffer with his car and dragged him. The motorist also crashed into other vehicles. Police have detained the driver for a medical examination. The incident stemmed from a dispute over his brother's job termination.

15 Jun 2026 12:58 pm
Motorist hits pump staffer with car in Mumbai, drags him, following altercation

A motorist in Borivali East, Mumbai, faces an FIR after a heated argument over his brother's dismissal led him to ram his car into a petrol pump staffer, dragging him briefly before crashing into other vehicles. Police have detained the accused, who works at an automobile showroom, and are awaiting medical reports to determine intoxication. The incident occurred late Sunday.

15 Jun 2026 12:07 pm
Operation Tiger buzz in Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs

Shiv Sena (UBT) asserted all nine MPs attended Uddhav Thackeray's meeting, with five joining virtually due to valid reasons like family illness or election duties. This gathering aimed to quell speculation of a significant party split, following recent meetings between some UBT MPs and leaders of the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena.

14 Jun 2026 2:32 pm
Family of 4 found dead in Maharashtra's Washim, suicide suspected

A grim discovery in Washim's Tivli village has police investigating the deaths of four family members. Preliminary reports indicate the husband was found deceased by hanging, while his wife and two young children allegedly drowned after jumping into a well. Authorities have recovered all four bodies and are awaiting post-mortem results to ascertain the exact cause of death.

14 Jun 2026 1:11 pm
Tides of trash: Elephanta Island battles mounting waste crisis as footfalls set to rise

Elephanta Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, grapples with a mounting waste crisis from tourism. The Waste Matters Foundation is tackling this by formalizing waste management, collecting, sorting, and recycling over 150 kg of daily refuse. Initiatives aim to educate tourists and protect the island's unique biodiversity from pollution.

14 Jun 2026 12:59 pm