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Residents oppose demolition of remaining wing of Kohinoor Apartment

Says Mega Projects Executed Outside Development Plan Are Illegal

A video shows Nana Patole supporters washing his feet during Gurupurnima celebrations. Maharashtra revenue minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule criticized this Congress party practice. Bawankule stated it is the culture of Congress leaders to indulge in such acts. He questioned why they engage in practices that only bring criticism. The incident has drawn attention and political criticism on social media.

Raj Thackeray alleged Rs 18 crore is siphoned annually from Siddhivinayak Temple donations. He cited a letter from trustees to the deputy chief minister seeking an inquiry. The letter detailed increased donation amounts after employee arrests indicated prior theft. Thackeray questioned Prime Minister Modi's silence on alleged Ram Temple donation issues. He expressed concern over widespread temple fund mismanagement and theft.

MMRDA seeks Coastal Regulation Zone clearance for Thane Coastal Road Phase II. This 7.13-km project requires approval due to sensitive coastal and mangrove areas. The proposed road alignment passes through several CRZ categories needing regulatory scrutiny. Environmental assessments and disaster management plans have been prepared by the authority. This coastal road aims to ease traffic congestion and improve regional connectivity.

Intimate house concerts are emerging as a popular alternative night out. These events provide a space for meaningful engagement and community building. Artists find attentive audiences and paid gigs in these unique settings. Listeners enjoy noise-cancelling avenues and opportunities for new friendships. Collectives like Sofar Sounds and Tiny Room Concert are growing rapidly.

Television actress Aditi Sharma has filed a domestic violence complaint against her husband and his family. An FIR was registered at Mumbai's Goregaon Police Station on July thirty-first. The actress alleged domestic abuse by her husband and his family members. Police have launched an investigation and are recording statements from all parties. Further action will be taken after evidence collection and examination.

Bombay High Court canteens underwent inspection by the FDA on Thursday. This action followed the court's inquiry into hygiene checks at government eateries. The FDA confirmed the inspection and is preparing a report for higher authorities. The court had sought details on inspections during a hearing about a hotel's suspended license. The FDA's drive intensified after Tukaram Mundhe took charge as commissioner.

The Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission issued notices to Pune police officials. These notices concern the alleged public humiliation and assault of a 20-year-old suspect. The suspect was reportedly caught for damaging vehicles and then paraded publicly. The commission noted that police imposed physical punishment instead of following due process. The next hearing for this human rights violation case is scheduled for September 9.

Plot Hatched Three Months Ago

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray has written to the Maharashtra DGP seeking clarification. He wants to know how the state government's decision to withdraw cases will be implemented. Many students are still receiving police notices and facing ongoing investigations. Thackeray asked for details on the procedure for withdrawing pending court cases. He urged for uniform and effective implementation across the entire state.