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Mumbai's crackdown on fraudulent overseas job placements led to the closure of nine entities in Nagpada, with two people taken into custody. Allegations point to these operators taking money from hopeful job seekers without valid credentials, causing significant financial loss. A trove of passports and counterfeit paperwork was seized in the raid.

The Bombay High Court has ordered a six-week inquiry into the registration certificate of Millennium Hospital in Govandi, Mumbai, following a plea by a grieving mother. The court also seeks a state roadmap to curb unregistered hospitals, expressing dissatisfaction with BMC's previous submissions and demanding accountability for misleading the court.

India's aviation sector faced a severe meltdown as IndiGo cancelled over 400 flights, leaving thousands stranded and airports in chaos. Passengers endured long waits and exorbitant fares on other airlines due to the crisis, triggered by cabin crew shortages. IndiGo expects full operational recovery only by February 2026, highlighting a significant disruption.

Vasai police have arrested Assistant Municipal Commissioner Gilson Gonsalves in connection with the Virar building collapse. Investigators found Gonsalves and another official were aware of the illegal structure but failed to act. The corporation had also granted a water connection and collected taxes despite missing legal documents.

Maharashtra's Home Department has revamped key security committees for VIPs. The High-Level Committee, now led by the State Intelligence Department's Commissioner and Additional Director General, will assess threats. A restructured Review Committee, chaired by the Chief Secretary, will make final classification decisions. This aims to bolster security evaluations for high-risk individuals across the state.

Maharashtra's Home Department has reconstituted key committees responsible for security classifications of VIPs. The High-Level Committee will now be chaired by the Commissioner and Additional Director General of Police, State Intelligence Department. This move aims to strengthen the evaluation and granting of security protection to high-risk individuals across the state.

Mumbai's creative workshops offer a unique therapy inspired by kintsugi, where participants smash pottery and then mend it with gold-tinted paint. This expressive reinterpretation blends catharsis with creativity, allowing individuals to vent stress and find beauty in repair. Attendees report a surprising sense of relief and a new perspective on life.

Worli is now India's ultra-luxury apartment hub, accounting for 40% of the national market. Over Rs 5,500 crore in high-value homes have sold in the last two years, with premium apartments fetching up to Rs 1 lakh per sq ft. The area is also emerging as Mumbai's central business district, attracting significant investment and development.

Scientists have uncovered why tuberculosis bacteria evade antibiotics by entering a dormant state. Researchers found that dormant TB bacteria develop a thicker, more rigid outer membrane, acting as a barrier that prevents drugs from entering. This discovery suggests combining existing antibiotics with molecules that weaken this membrane could significantly boost treatment effectiveness against the persistent disease.

Indian businesses anticipate a modest rise in inflation expectations to 3.97% by October 2025, while projecting subdued sales. Despite this, profit outlook has brightened, with firms attributing improved margins to easing cost burdens rather than increased demand. Retail inflation expectations have softened significantly.

Mumbai experiences a sunny December 5, 2025, with temperatures reaching 30.4C, a welcome change after yesterday's 'very poor' air quality. The week ahead promises consistent sunny conditions around 30C, ideal for outdoor activities, though masks are still advised in traffic zones.

The Bombay High Court has made a landmark decision by granting bail to Hany Babu, a former Delhi University professor linked to the Elgar Parishad case, after a staggering five-year incarceration. The court underscored that holding someone without trial for such an extended period breaches essential rights.

The Bombay High Court has slammed the Maharashtra government for a misconceived and prolonged legal battle against Tata Communications. The court quashed a Rs 26 crore claim over a Bandra plot, deeming it inequitable and unwarranted.