The Times of India

A 38-year-old school bus driver was arrested for allegedly molesting a 12-year-old student in Badlapur, marking the fourth such incident since September 2024. This renewed outrage highlights schools' negligence in adhering to child safety norms, including the absence of female attendants and inadequate police verification of staff.

Two Borivali West schools were evacuated Friday after receiving bomb threat emails, which were later deemed a hoax. Police and canine squads searched both premises, finding nothing suspicious. A third school also evacuated students as a precaution. Authorities are investigating the email's origin.

Urban experts propose adopting Healthy Air Zones (HAZs) in Mumbai to combat rising pollution. These targeted zones would implement area-based interventions to control emissions from vehicles, construction, waste burning, and industry, improving air quality in densely populated areas and transit hubs.

A foreign woman traveler, Ines Faria, has alleged harassment in Mumbai, sharing a video detailing her experience. She reported being followed and repeatedly asked for photos by a group of men, despite her refusals. Faria emphasized the importance of consent and personal safety, stating this was her first negative encounter in India.

The citys workout crowd is ditching treadmills for tides, turning yachts into fitness studios

Samajwadi Party MLA Rais Shaikh has urged opposition parties to form a Joint Action Committee to ensure transparency and fairness in Maharashtra's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. He fears unlawful removal of names, particularly from minority and marginalized communities, and calls for an urgent meeting during the budget session to finalize an action plan.

Ratnagiri district has launched a pioneering District Development-cum-Climate Action Plan, integrating climate-resilient measures into its growth strategy. The plan prioritizes renewable energy, climate-proof infrastructure, and strengthening farm and fisheries value chains to safeguard livelihoods and unlock new economic opportunities in the coastal region.

Mumbai's cinema halls may soon see costlier tickets as the BMC plans to reintroduce entertainment tax after September 2026. This move, despite the GST regime, is expected to burden audiences, particularly low and middle-income families, potentially impacting theatrical footfall and the wider film industry.