The Times of India

In a surprising twist, contractors have turned away from the Mithi river desilting tender, leading the BMC to push back the submission deadline. This pivotal work for the upcoming monsoon season is stymied by a hesitance among contractors, perhaps linked to an ongoing investigation into desilting irregularities.

In a powerful gathering, residents from the Western suburbs, comprising a vast community, engaged Mayor Ritu Tawde about their serious worries regarding pollution and excessive noise from nearby construction sites. They advocated for tighter regulations on work hours, enforced measures for dust suppression, and improved noise monitoring systems overseen by the BMC.

A speeding motorcycle carrying three people collided with another bike on the Eastern Express Highway near Vikhroli, resulting in two fatalities and one injury. The impact caused the second motorcycle to crash into a roadside tree. Police have registered a case against the rider of the speeding motorcycle for rash and negligent driving.

Mumbai's bakeries warn of a potential pav and bread shortage within days as major producers, who recently switched to gas-based ovens on BMC orders, face irregular fuel supplies. Approximately 350 large bakeries, relying heavily on LPG cylinders, supply 70% of the city's needs and are struggling with the current situation.

The National Stock Exchange's Mumbai office received a threatening email warning of missile and bomb attacks across the city, including at the NSE, banks, courts, Vidhan Bhavan, and metros. The email, allegedly from a Gmail account, demanded support for a Khalistan referendum and threatened political leaders. Police have registered an offense and are investigating the sender.

Vidhan Bhavan and other key Mumbai locations received a bomb and missile threat via email early Thursday morning. Staffers were evacuated from Vidhan Bhavan as a search operation was conducted. Authorities believe the threat, mentioning 'Khalistan National Army,' to be a hoax but are investigating the sender.

Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan received a bomb and missile threat via email on Thursday morning. Security forces, including the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad and dog squad, conducted a thorough inspection of the premises. The threat also mentioned other locations like the Bombay Stock Exchange and High Court, but preliminary investigations suggest it was a hoax.

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde announced that 119 fraudulent birth certificates issued to Bangladeshis have been retrieved from the BMC portal. FIRs will be filed against 116 individuals for refusing to return certificates or being untraceable. A demand for a SIT to probe the alleged scam has been made.

A Vikhroli doctor suffered muscle breakdown after resuming gymming. This condition, rhabdomyolysis, can harm kidneys. Doctors are urging greater awareness of acute kidney injuries. Many Indians face chronic kidney disease, often due to diabetes and hypertension. Preventive care is crucial to protect kidney health.

Two men were arrested in Uttar Pradesh for duping a Mumbai businessman of Rs 7 lakh. The accused posed as individuals who could convert plain paper into currency using chemicals and powders. After a convincing demonstration, they took the businessman's money, promising to double it, but delivered only plain paper.

Mumbai experienced a significant drop in daytime temperatures on Wednesday, with the Santacruz station recording 34.2C, nearly 6C lower than the previous day's highs. This relief is attributed to an early sea breeze and weaker easterly winds, alongside a shift in a persistent anticyclone. Despite the dip, minimum temperatures remained above normal.