The Times of India

Kishori Pednekar has been elected leader of Shiv Sena (UBT) corporators following her win in Ward No. 199. This development occurs after the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secured a significant victory in Maharashtra's civic elections, ending the Thackeray family's long-standing control over the BMC.

Maharashtra Pollution Control Board has partnered with Osaka City, Japan, for advanced environmental conservation and pollution control. This collaboration focuses on solid waste, water and air pollution, and carbon emission reduction. Through technology transfer and best practices, the state aims to develop a roadmap for tackling environmental challenges, with regular project reviews ensuring timely implementation.

In a striking pronouncement, a Mumbai court sounded the alarm for nine TISS students applying for anticipatory bail, warning that their alleged connection to a criminal case could jeopardize their professional paths. The students are being probed for initiating an unauthorized gathering in honor of a professor currently imprisoned over suspected Maoist affiliations.

A veterinary doctor from Amravati, accused in the 2022 murder of a chemist who supported Nupur Sharma, has been denied bail by the Bombay High Court. Justices Gadkari and Chandak observed that the accused allegedly formed a errorist gang to avenge perceived religious dishonor and instill fear.

Mumbai welcomes January 21, 2026, with sunshine and pleasant temperatures around 28.5C. While the day promises clear skies and a light breeze, yesterday's Poor air quality may linger in the morning. Residents are advised to be mindful of pollution, especially during early hours and near traffic. The week ahead remains sunny with a slight cool dip expected Friday and Saturday.

A Mercedes driver has been booked by Juhu Police for causing a pile-up after hitting an autorickshaw. The collision subsequently impacted a car preceding Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar's vehicle. The injured auto driver is currently hospitalized and recovering.

A Hong Kong-based French company has accused two Mumbai residents of cheating them of over 6.8 crore by inducing investment in COVID-19 supplies. The accused allegedly presented forged MoUs with non-existent companies to secure funds for disposable masks, sanitisers, and test kits. The Economic Offences Wing is now investigating the international fraud case.

Samskrita Bharati brought a splash of heritage to the Tata Mumbai Marathon, as 21 enthusiastic runners adorned in traditional garb chanted age-old verses. Over 30 dedicated volunteers contributed to this cultural spectacle, marking the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram.

Hokkaido and Maharashtra are embarking on a transformative journey, poised to enhance human resource exchange by sending 50,000 skilled Indian professionals to Japan over the next five years. This groundbreaking initiative is part of a broader collaboration between India and Japan, directly targeting labor shortages in vital sectors such as IT and healthcare.

A fierce inferno broke out at a clothing store in Ghatkopar West on Tuesday morning, resulting in injuries to three people. Preliminary reports suggest a malfunctioning steam iron may have sparked the flames on the second floor of the building. One person is in critical condition with extensive burns, while the other two are receiving treatment and are stable.

Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena corporators are staying in a hotel until their group is registered with the Konkan divisional commissioner on Wednesday to prevent poaching. While the Mahayuti alliance aims for a BMC mayor, BJP is demanding the mayor's post in Thane, a Shiv Sena stronghold. Discussions are ongoing to resolve these potential impasses.

In a strategic move, recently inducted BJP corporators in Mumbai are required to stay in the city for the next ten days. This comes in light of the looming mayoral reservation process and the formation of the municipal corporation, with the state government overseeing the draw for mayoral positions across various civic bodies, set for January 22.

The tussle for the Mumbai mayor's post continues as the state government issues a notification for the reservation lottery on January 22, with elections likely on January 31. Deputy CM Shinde assures the mayor will be from the Mahayuti alliance, emphasizing respect for public mandate and development for Mumbaikars.