The Times of India

Good Friday services across Mumbai will commemorate Jesus Christ's final hours and crucifixion. Churches will host live tableaux and reenactments, with themes reflecting concerns over Maharashtra's new anti-conversion law and Middle East conflicts. Parishioners will participate in communion services and prayers for persecuted Christians and global peace.

Mumbai's municipal commissioner is reviewing a long-pending alternative reservoir project at Malabar Hill, opting for a three-tier design to ensure uninterrupted water supply during repairs of the aging existing reservoir. The new facility's potential impact on protected funnel of vision sightlines is under detailed review before a tender is floated.

Rumors of discord within Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) were ignited when two of its MPs were spotted at a dinner hosted by a Union minister. Adding to the intrigue, another MP met with Amit Shah, insisting that the meeting was solely to discuss a census issue.

Bombay High Court has ordered the Centre to expedite a Yemeni national's visa extension plea within eight weeks. Fahd Saeed, married to an Indian and with two children, has been without a visa since 2014. Authorities found no national security threat, prompting the court to consider his family situation and potential citizenship application, while ensuring no coercive action if rejected.

Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai has reported a record revenue of Rs 182 crore for FY 2025-26, a significant 35% jump from the previous year. This surge in offerings, attributed to growing faith and social welfare initiatives, has enabled the trust to allocate substantial funds for healthcare, education, and support for vulnerable families in the upcoming fiscal year.

Rajya Sabha MP Milind Deora has requested Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to facilitate pedestrian access to the Coastal Road promenade from Nepean Sea Road. Residents face inconvenience due to the lack of direct connectivity. A pathway through an MSRDC plot is proposed to improve accessibility for all.

An IndiGo flight to Ahmedabad experienced an eight-hour delay after a 'Danger' note was discovered on a tissue paper in the aircraft's galley post-pushback. Following a comprehensive search of passengers, baggage, and the plane, nothing suspicious was found. A case has been registered against an unidentified individual.