The Times of India

A 55-year-old pavement dweller was arrested by Government Railway Police at Borivali station for allegedly molesting a 21-year-old college student. The incident occurred on platform 3 as the victim waited for a local train. She raised an alarm, leading to the accused's immediate apprehension.

Mahanagar Gas Limited has appointed Praveer Kumar Srivastava as its new Managing Director. With over three decades of experience at GAIL, Srivastava brings expertise in gas processing, pipeline networks, and large-scale project execution. His focus at MGL will be on enhancing efficiency, accelerating project delivery, and leveraging technology to drive growth and sustainability.

A 12th suspect, Mahesh Khemlani, was remanded to police custody until May 10 in connection with a drug overdose case that led to the deaths of two MBA students. Police are investigating Khemlani and another accused for allegedly sourcing Ecstasy pills from abroad. Authorities have seized a significant quantity of the drug from a co-accused.

Mumbai airport will halt all flight operations for six hours on May 7. Both runways will be closed from 11 am to 5 pm for essential pre-monsoon maintenance. This annual work ensures safety during heavy rains. Airlines were notified six months in advance to adjust schedules. This proactive measure aims to prevent disruptions seen in previous cancellations.

Matunga's Sri Prasanna Ganpati temple is set to witness a grand Sri Brahma Kumbhabhishek ceremony on May 6, officiated by twelve priests from Udupi. This significant event, featuring 108 pots of holy water, marks the idol's return after a three-year relocation due to building redevelopment. The consecration will officially reinstate the deity in its renovated shrine.

In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has dismissed the FIR against HDFC Bank's CEO, Sashidhar Jagdishan, and other associates, initiated by the Lilavati Hospital Trust. The court characterized the lawsuit as a retaliatory measure amidst ongoing financial disputes among the trustees, emphasizing the importance of unfettered recovery processes in the banking sector.

Charkop police apprehended a 23-year-old man, Mohd Raees Shah, for a string of two-wheeler thefts across western suburbs. Five stolen motorcycles, valued at Rs 2 lakh, were recovered, leading to the resolution of five cases registered at Charkop police station. The arrest followed a suspicious encounter with two individuals pushing a stolen bike.

In a recent detailed analysis, aviation experts highlight a proposed electrical failure scenario linked to lithium-ion batteries that may explain the Air India crash in Ahmedabad. This hypothesis, underpinned by Boeing's technical documents and historical data, posits that a battery malfunction could inadvertently sever fuel supply to both engines, challenging previous theories that pointed solely to pilot error.

Stuttgart's Maharashtra House, celebrated with a vibrant opening ceremony in August 2024, still stands idle, longing for the green light from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Over a year and a half has elapsed, yet the state awaits essential central authorization to activate this intended hub for trade and cooperation.