The Times of India

Mumbai Police ordered an inquiry into a viral video showing a police driver threatening students. The driver allegedly warned of fabricated criminal cases and drug planting charges. This incident occurred while Mumbai witnessed protests supporting a New Delhi student agitation. The driver has been removed from his current posting pending the inquiry's completion. Police are verifying facts to address the serious allegations raised by the video.

Student politics in Mumbai has seen a significant decline in recent years. The absence of regular student elections has created a leadership vacuum. Many students now focus on careers and opportunities abroad instead of public life. Stricter rules on campuses limit protests and student-led demonstrations. Social media and figures like Sonam Wangchuk offer new avenues for student engagement.

Mumbai remains under an orange alert for heavy rainfall and strong winds. Neighboring Palghar district is under a red alert with severe flooding reported. Several areas in Palghar received triple-digit rainfall, exceeding two hundred millimeters. This rainfall has significantly boosted water reserves in Mumbai's seven supplying lakes. Modak Sagar lake has now overflowed, reaching its full supply level.

Maharashtra has abolished the private medical college institutional quota round. This decision will change student admission processes for these institutions. Admissions will now exclusively use the state CET cell's centralized process. The number of admission rounds may increase from five to six. This move aligns Maharashtra with other states taking similar steps.

A young woman has become a symbol of protests against the alleged NEET paper leak. Rhiya Ahir confronted police in Mumbai, questioning their response to student demonstrations. The Cockroach Janta Party's protests are expanding across cities following earlier clashes in Delhi. Police have registered multiple cases and booked hundreds for unlawful assembly and violating orders. Protesters demand the Union education minister's resignation or direct engagement with students.

A video showing Cockroach Janta Party protesters escaping a police van has gone viral. This incident occurred during ongoing tensions following a recent 'Sansad Chalo' march in Delhi. Protesters clashed with police near Parliament, leading to detentions and an FIR. The CJP is demanding accountability for alleged NEET examination irregularities. Activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his fast while undergoing hospital treatment.

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Diesel generators pose greater air pollution risks than previously understood. These machines emit toxic particles that penetrate deep into human lungs. Such emissions can increase the likelihood of respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Researchers urge policymakers to strengthen emission monitoring and regulations. Transitioning to cleaner backup power technologies is also recommended.

Residents of Pali Village are voicing their apprehensions over the construction of a sports facility on a cherished open playground. This project, initiated by a private NGO on land owned by the Collectorate, is funded through the Annual District Development Plan. Activists challenge its legality, referencing earlier court rulings that support public access. With a completion date set for 2027, tensions continue to rise regarding community space.

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Mumbai became a hub of activism on Wednesday, as protests unfolded over allegations of exam irregularities. The police detained several protesters and forcefully removed Congress leaders from a key intersection in south Mumbai. Demonstrators assembled at Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Garden, voicing their demands for educational reforms. Interventions by Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS leaders led to the release of detainees, alongside a heavy police presence ensuring safety across all sites.

As heavy downpours continue, Mumbai is on high alert with the IMD raising an orange signal. Tansa Lake's overflow has added to Vihar and Tulsi, pushing the city's water levels to 62% of capacity. Palghar, however, is facing a severe red alert, but a reprieve from the heavy rains is projected for Friday.