The Times of India

BJP Palghar MP Dr. Hemant Savara narrowly escaped serious injury when a dumper allegedly rammed his car in Naigaon. The incident occurred Friday morning as Savara was traveling to Palghar. He stated their vehicle was on the wrong side of the Mumbai-bound lane due to traffic congestion.

Maharashtra Day celebrations highlight the state's economic prowess, becoming the world's 30th largest economy with significant FDI attraction and job creation. The government is prioritizing agricultural resilience through water conservation and farmer support schemes, alongside ambitious infrastructure projects and initiatives to empower women and youth.

Jiya Jacob, the 11th accused in a drug overdose case that killed two MBA students, was remanded to judicial custody. Police are searching for her live-in partner, Mahesh Khemlani, who allegedly transferred Rs 14.95 lakh into Jacob's account, suspected to be drug proceeds. Jacob, a bar dancer, has been uncooperative.

Former MLA Bachchu Kadu has officially joined Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena, securing a nomination for the MLC polls. Kadu stated Shinde accepted his conditions, including farmer welfare and strengthening the Divyang ministry. His Prahar Janshakti Party will continue its social work, while political members will now support Sena.

Authorities across India are taking action against songs and content deemed vulgar and glorifying crime, leading to takedowns and FIRs. This crackdown, involving police, courts, and regulatory bodies, sparks debate on balancing creative freedom with social responsibility, particularly concerning youth influence.

Mumbai diners will soon know if their paneer is dairy-based or a vegetable oil substitute. Maharashtra's FDA mandates eateries to clearly label analogue paneer or cheese analogue from May 1. This move aims to boost transparency, protect consumers from misleading descriptions, and empower informed choices about what they eat.

Mumbai's real estate is set for a major shift as the new Mumbai-Pune Expressway bypass, the Missing Link, promises to slash travel times. This development is expected to boost areas like Karjat and Lonavala, attracting buyers with improved connectivity, affordability, and a better quality of life. The project, alongside other infrastructure upgrades, is driving decentralisation and creating new growth corridors.

SpiceJet flights from Mumbai experienced significant disruptions, with multiple flights to Bangalore, Delhi, and Ahmedabad facing lengthy delays and cancellations. Passengers endured sleepless nights at the airport due to these issues. This follows a trend of poor on-time performance for SpiceJet, which recorded the lowest OTP among Indian carriers in March.

Mumbai Metro One commuters experienced delays and overcrowding on Thursday due to temporary speed restrictions. The operator implemented these curbs following essential rail grinding work, a collaborative effort with Bangalore Metro to enhance track quality and ride safety. These necessary measures, aimed at ensuring commuter safety, are expected to be in place for a limited duration.

Maharashtra FDA faces delays in testing watermelon samples linked to four deaths, as watermelons have vanished from local markets. Investigators require samples from a 5-10 km radius of the incident, but vendors are reluctant to sell due to public panic and police questioning, hindering the probe.

In a significant step toward enhancing railway services, Central Railway has successfully removed 45 unauthorized huts near Wadi Bunder, paving the way for a vital Vande Bharat maintenance depot. This decisive action, in accordance with judicial directives, will speed up the build-out of essential facilities, including stabling lines and an expansive covered shed.