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Says Sena (UBT) MPs caustic words enough to drive away party members, claims no BJP hand in recent developments

Unions Announce Decision Despite Industrial Court Restraining Staffers From Protesting; Stir Could Impact Public Transport Day at Bandra-Kurla Complex

Mumbai's BEST undertaking faces an indefinite strike from midnight Thursday as employees demand merger of budgets, settlement of dues for retirees, and implementation of the Seventh Pay Commission. Power supply in South Mumbai and bus services are at risk. Key demands also include ending contractual work and private partnerships, alongside filling vacant posts and operating more owned buses.

Dahisar Police have arrested eight individuals following a brutal assault on a man named Bunty over an old dispute in Ovaripada. The incident, which occurred on June 15, resulted in serious injuries to the victim. A viral CCTV clip aided police in identifying 17 accused, with an attempt to murder case registered.

Metro services between Dahisar and Versova faced a 17-minute disruption after a youth, Abhinandan Sule, trespassed onto the tracks at Andheri station. A security guard apprehended Sule, who was found walking along the tracks, leading to the temporary suspension of services. Police have registered a case against the individual.

A 26-year-old woman's death by suicide, just 45 days after her wedding, has led to the arrest of her doctor husband and in-laws. Her family alleges dowry harassment, physical abuse, and constant surveillance via CCTV cameras installed in the home. Police have registered a case of cruelty and abetment of suicide.

Mumbai handled just 36 cruise vessels carrying 32,060 passengers in 2013-14. By 2025-26, passenger traffic had surged to 2.4 lakh, with 95 cruise vessel calls, underlining the rapid expansion of sea-based leisure travel in India

A Mumbai court denied shipping businessman Aliasgar Merchant's request to lift a travel ban. Merchant, accused in an assault and extortion case, sought permission to travel abroad for his business. The court maintained the restriction, citing the need to ensure his presence for ongoing legal proceedings and the fact that the condition was imposed by a superior court.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut alleged dissident MPs received Rs 10 crore each and were moved to Rajasthan amid a party split. Six of nine Lok Sabha MPs skipped a crucial meeting, prompting Raut to initiate action for whip violation. Maharashtra minister Sanjay Shirsat, however, blamed Raut for the unrest and denied his party's involvement in 'Operation Tiger'.

Bhiwandi excise officials intercepted a container truck on the Mumbai-Nashik Highway, uncovering an interstate liquor smuggling operation. The truck, disguised as carrying electronics, was found with 1,620 boxes of Goa-marked liquor worth Rs 1.63 crore, destined for Rajasthan. The seizure, totaling Rs 1.90 crore, marks a significant blow to smuggling networks.

A new video shows three medical students joking about dissecting female cadavers, following a similar controversy involving MBBS student Sejal Pawar. Pawar faced backlash for remarks about male cadavers and genitalia size during a comedy show. The college has placed her on compulsory leave pending an inquiry.

Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) is set to commence international passenger flight operations from July 15, with cargo freighter services also scheduled to begin on the same date, NMIA Chairman Captain BVJK Sharma said on Wednesday.

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut issued a whip for a mandatory parliamentary meeting, prompting the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena to reportedly move five of its six defecting MPs out of Delhi. Raut warned of action against absentees, asserting the party's readiness to face consequences and vowing to retaliate against attempts to split the party.

Shiv Sena MLC Chandrakant Raghuvanshi claimed six MPs from Uddhav Thackeray's faction have joined Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena, calling it 'Operation Tiger'. He welcomed the move, suggesting leaders seeking to work for people should align with the Shiv Sena-BJP alliance. Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav stated the matter of MPs' internal letters rests with the Lok Sabha Speaker.

A recent inspection of the Kurla BEST depot by committee members uncovered significant operational and infrastructural issues. Drivers and conductors voiced grievances regarding neglected restrooms, inadequate canteen services, and a scarcity of clean drinking water. These persistent problems are reportedly impacting the well-being of staff and, consequently, commuter services.

Tragedy struck late Wednesday night as a fierce fire engulfed the seventh floor of the Atlantic Building in Bandra, leading to the untimely death of a 64-year-old resident. In the chaos, two brave firefighters were hospitalized due to smoke inhalation.