The Times of India

One cockroach has made a dictator bow down: Uddhav Thackeray

Film personalities welcomed the education minister's resignation following protests. Students' protests over the NEET paper leak issue gained momentum this week. Actors and filmmakers expressed support for the student movement and its demands. They hailed the youth's conviction and courage in seeking reforms. The resignation is seen as a first step towards student victory.

Mumbai's public open space access shows sharp disparities across its administrative wards. Residents in some wards have minimal space, while others have significantly more. A report highlights that Mumbai has less existing open space than its development plan target. Developing neglected existing open spaces and protecting them from encroachment is crucial. Redevelopment and connecting underserved neighborhoods offer opportunities for equitable green space access.

Maharashtra Police have arrested alleged TET paper leak mastermind Bijendra Gupta. Gupta was apprehended in Bihar after evading law enforcement for months. Another individual was also taken into custody during this significant operation. His wife had previously been arrested in connection with the same paper leak case. Gupta also faced scrutiny in 2024 following the NEET controversy.

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Mumbai Police issued a clarification regarding a viral video showing an officer and a female protester. The police stated the footage was misinterpreted and the contact was inadvertent during restraint. Senior officers thoroughly examined the video and verified all the facts presented. Leaders like Varsha Gaikwad strongly condemned the alleged police action and misconduct. The clarification asserted no deliberate misconduct by the officer was evident in the footage.

Rhiya Ahir bravely halted a police van carrying detained protesters in Mumbai. She intervened during a CJP demonstration over examination irregularities and police actions. Ahir expressed fear but found strength in her supportive family's backing. She emphasized the need for student movements to remain independent of political parties. Ahir offered legal assistance to any students facing issues during protests.

A young woman blocked a police van carrying detained protesters in Mumbai. Rhiya Ahir stood before the vehicle for forty minutes demanding their release. She questioned the authorities' handling of demonstrations and police actions. Ahir stated the system has failed citizens in many ways. Younger generations are now raising their voices against injustice.

Valuables worth Rs 2.65 crore were stolen from Sachin Ahir's Worli residence over five years. His son Krishna filed a police complaint detailing the missing gold and silver items. A fire in October 2025 initially masked the extent of the theft. CCTV footage review revealed missing recordings and raised suspicions. Four domestic helpers are accused of systematically stealing the valuables.

Mumbai's bonsai enthusiasts cultivate a quiet art form within the city. This community meets regularly to share knowledge and techniques for shaping trees. Bonsai practice teaches patience and a deep appreciation for nature's rhythms. Members find an emotional connection and therapeutic benefits in this living art. The circle ensures the survival of this unique craft through collective nurturing.

Colleges without approved principals and faculty may fill 50% of seats after paying Rs 10 lakh penalty