The Times of India

On July 15, 1926, a bus pulled out of Afghan Church and headed toward Crawford Market, launching a service that would, over the next hundred years, become the pulse of a city that never stops moving. Today, as BESTs motor bus service turns 100, the best place to understand what that century felt like is a third-floor room in Wadala with no elevator, a 150-year-old fan and a man whose visiting card is a collage of paper double-decker buses

Demolition of 350 slum structures in Bhola Nagar has cleared nearly half the land for the delayed Airoli-Kalwa elevated rail corridor. This progress, following the relocation of affected families, brings the 476-crore project closer to execution after years of rehabilitation hurdles. However, 436 households in Shivaji Nagar still oppose relocation, delaying the project further.

Maharashtra government greenlit the diversion of nearly 4,000 sq m of mangrove land in Thane for an approach road and spur line. This crucial infrastructure will connect the Mogharpada metro car depot for Lines 4 and 4A, overcoming a significant regulatory hurdle. The approval follows central government clearances, paving the way for the depot's functionality and the metro project's progress.

India's first bullet train project, Mumbai-Ahmedabad, will now feature tunnel hood technology at mountain tunnel entrances. This innovative system manages air pressure and noise, crucial for trains exceeding 300 kmph. Designed to ease air transition, these hoods promise enhanced safety, passenger comfort, and reduced environmental impact for communities near the tracks.

During an investigation into a controversial viral video, Sejal Pawar, a medical student at KEM Hospital, shared her heartfelt remorse, visibly shaken by the situation. The administration has decided to suspend her from campus for 15 days and suggested she seek counseling to cope with the emotional strain.

KEM Hospital suspended MBBS student Sejal Pawar for 15 days following a controversial stand-up comedy video. An FIR has been filed against her and others for allegedly circulating objectionable content. The college cited her safety and well-being amid public backlash, recommending counseling and a detailed probe by a five-member committee.

A gas agency manager in Goregaon has been accused of misappropriating over 5800 gas cylinders valued at Rs 90 lakh. The owner filed a complaint after discovering discrepancies in records, with hundreds of commercial cylinders untraceable. The manager reportedly went incommunicado after the discovery, prompting police investigation.

An autorickshaw driver, Amarnath Yadav, died five days after a road crash on New Link Road. While driving from Malad to Jogeshwari, Yadav applied brakes, causing his auto to overturn. He sustained multiple injuries and was admitted to Sion Hospital, where he passed away on June 10.

A 40-year-old woman from Dahisar has filed a police complaint against a man for stalking, sexual harassment, and defamation. The accused allegedly threatened to publish defamatory news reports about her dual autorickshaw permits after she refused his demands for sexual favors. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating the matter.

A 38-year-old man was arrested by MRA Marg police for allegedly stabbing a relative multiple times inside Crawford Market over a monetary dispute. The victim, who works at a dry fruit shop, sustained over six stab wounds and is hospitalized. The accused has been taken into custody for attempt to murder.

A 56-year-old woman, Anandi Veer, died by suicide on railway tracks between Parel and Currey Road stations due to a severe knee ailment. She wrote a suicide note on her arm, stating she was fed up with her life and her family was not responsible. An accidental death case has been registered.

KEM Hospital is investigating MBBS student Sejal Pawar over alleged disrespectful remarks about male cadavers at a comedy show. An internal committee's findings will guide the hospital's action. The dean deemed the comments unacceptable, while the All India Medical Students' Association condemned the insensitive portrayal of body donors, emphasizing the dignity owed to them.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated that while freedom of expression is guaranteed by the Constitution, it must respect societal dignity and boundaries. This comes as Maharashtra Cyber Police registered a case against comedian Pranit More and others for allegedly circulating obscene and objectionable content on social media, including offensive remarks on women and deceased individuals.

Census enumerators in Mumbai face significant challenges, including outright refusal and hostility from residents in both slum clusters and housing societies. Many people are suspicious of the census's purpose, fearing it could lead to taxation or loss of benefits. This resistance highlights a broader trust deficit between citizens and state institutions, making the task of collecting data increasingly difficult.

A shocking discovery in Badlapur saw a woman and a cab driver found dead in a car. Police suspect the driver murdered the woman before taking his own life, a grim scenario reportedly witnessed by the woman's four-year-old son. Investigations are ongoing to unravel the connection between the victims and the precise sequence of events.

Two vigilant CISF personnel, Sub-Inspector Anjali Sidh and Head Constable K.U. Sunita, swiftly saved a woman's life at Mumbai airport. They administered crucial CPR and first aid after she collapsed in the Security Hold Area, stabilizing her until medical teams arrived. Their prompt action highlights CISF's dedication to passenger safety and preparedness.