The Times of India

Heavy rains have caused a significant landslide in the Karjat-Lonavala ghat section, severely disrupting Mumbai-Pune rail traffic. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is overseeing restoration efforts, with both Western and Central Railways working as a unified team. Several express and intercity trains have been cancelled, and nine long-distance services diverted. Passengers are urged to verify train status due to ongoing work.

Mumbai was battered by heavy rains on Sunday, leading to a multi-storey chawl collapse in Mankhurd that claimed at least six lives. The downpour also caused flight disruptions at the international airport and triggered multiple treefall incidents across the city, including one fatality in Kurla. The India Meteorological Department had issued a red alert, with several areas recording over 200 mm of rainfall.

Tragedy struck Mumbai again as a 63-year-old man, Yunus Kundawala, died after a tree branch fell on his shop in Kurla (West) on Sunday. This marks the city's second fatal tree-fall incident in under a week, following a similar tragedy in Chembur. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns amidst heavy rainfall.

Bombay high court slapped a Rs 1 lakh penalty on a Kalyan college for admitting a student to a BMS course despite his ineligibility and then informing him late. The court blamed the college for the oversight, stating the student shouldn't suffer due to their lapse. This marks a repeat offense for the institution, prompting the court to demand an undertaking against future similar errors.

Indian scientists have engineered a groundbreaking placenta-on-a-chip, replicating the organ's vital functions in a lab. This innovation promises safer drug testing for pregnant women and reduces the need for animal experiments. The compact, user-friendly device mimics nutrient and waste exchange, offering a significant leap in understanding pregnancy and evaluating new therapies.

Mumbai is experiencing relentless heavy rainfall, with the city receiving a significant portion of its average July rainfall in just four days. Authorities have issued red and orange alerts for the coming days. Tragically, two youths lost their lives at Pandavkada falls. The downpour has caused water-logging and infrastructure damage, prompting school and college closures across several districts.

Padmini Kolhapure returns to the stage as a vocalist for Hema Malini's Diamond Jubilee Concert, celebrating a six-decade cinematic legacy. Reflecting on her own 50-year acting career, Kolhapure emphasizes music's personal significance and the irreplaceable magic of live performance.

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Mumbai's crime branch has apprehended six individuals, dismantling a cyber fraud ring. The gang allegedly provided bank accounts and SIM cards for online gaming and fraudulent activities, with some accounts linked to 18 prior cybercrimes. Authorities seized a significant haul of ATM cards, cheque books, and other incriminating materials from their Pydhonie operation. The accused are currently in police custody.

Mumbai commuters faced significant delays on Saturday due to a technical issue on Metro Line 2A and rain-induced disruptions on suburban railways. While Metro services operated on a single line between Dahisar East and Kandarpada, causing longer waits, suburban trains on both Western and Central lines experienced delays of 20-25 minutes due to waterlogging and poor visibility. Despite heavy showers, train services largely continued without major suspensions.

Mumbai police have cracked down on 11 orchestra bars, suspending their licenses for a month. Accused of obscene gestures, inappropriate eye contact, and flouting license conditions, establishments like Senorita, Sapphire, and Blue Diamond in south Mumbai, along with others in Andheri, Dahisar, and Malad, face this stern action. Authorities have warned of further strict measures for any future violations.