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The Times of India

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Love, not lust: Bombay high court nixes FIR after man, former GF say they are happily married

Bombay High Court quashed an FIR against a man accused by his ex-girlfriend of sexual intercourse under a false promise to marry. The couple has since reconciled and are now happily married. The court noted the woman's affidavit, stating she wished to end proceedings to avoid disturbing her married life.

17 May 2026 9:40 am
Save Mangroves, save Mumbai: Human chain to protest loss of Mangrove

Citizens groups and activists will form a human chain in Bandra West on Sunday to protest the alleged destruction of over 45,000 mangroves for the Mumbai Coastal Road project. The initiative highlights concerns over ecological impact and demands transparency in coastal development, warning of long-term environmental consequences for the city.

17 May 2026 9:32 am
Juhu residents create geo-tagged platform to flag civic problems

Juhu residents have launched a civic platform to document local problems like garbage and encroachments in real-time. This volunteer network allows citizens to upload issues with photos and locations, creating a centralized database. While the resolution rate is currently low, the initiative aims to systematically present issues to authorities and improve accountability for a cleaner Juhu.

17 May 2026 8:29 am
3 years, 12 dead, 125 hurt: Debate on root cause of tree falls rages in Mumbai

A recent tree crash in Mumbai, injuring two girls, has reignited concerns about the city's trees. While one official blames construction debris, a developer suggests internal decay. Data reveals 125 injuries and 12 fatalities from tree crashes between May 2023 and May 2026, highlighting a systemic issue beyond localized lapses.

17 May 2026 8:20 am
Recovery agent attacks woman, her colleague on busy Thane street

Police suspect the attack was probably triggered out of one-sided love

17 May 2026 12:00 am
State plan to get KEM docs to remotely operate on stroke patients in rural Maha

State plan to get KEM docs to remotely operate on stroke patients in rural Maha

16 May 2026 10:29 pm