An 11-year-old boy tragically died after falling from a Dahi Handi pyramid during practice for Janmashtami in Dahisar East on Sunday. The incident occurred in the Dharakhadi area, according to Dahisar Police. An FIR has been registered against the organiser of the volunteer group the child belonged to.

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) busted a smuggling operation in Mumbai, arresting Javid Memon and Dipak Thakkar. They attempted to smuggle 2.4 crore worth of prohibited and restricted goods, including firecrackers and counterfeit branded items, by mis-declaring imports under M/s Jay Overseas. Memon confessed to managing the operation and implicated Thakkar, revealing past smuggling activities and international connections.

A fire erupted at a Bata showroom in Chembur early Monday. The blaze, confined to the ground floor and part basement, affected electric wiring, shoe stock, and other materials. Firefighters responded to the Level-1 call at Shiv Ashish Housing Society, near Malhar Hotel. The fire was brought under control by 7.50 am. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the incident.

Mumbai police booked Mahendra Sanklecha for allegedly feeding pigeons near Dadar Kabutarkhana, violating a ban and prompting a police complaint by a BMC supervisor. Sanklecha reportedly threatened to bring more cars to feed the pigeons, leading to charges under public nuisance and disease spread prevention laws.

The CBI has dismantled an illegal call center in Igatpuri, arresting five individuals from Mumbai. The accused, posing as e-commerce customer care and law enforcement, defrauded US and Canadian citizens. Authorities seized 1.2 crore in cash, gold, luxury cars, laptops, and mobile phones.

In Juhu, Mumbai, a 27-year-old man named Krishna Devendra was fatally stabbed early Sunday morning at a bus stop near Nehru Nagar slum. Police swiftly arrested the accused, Parmeshwar Devendra, who knew the victim and had a prior history of animosity. Parmeshwar allegedly attacked Krishna with a knife around 4 am, leading to Krishna's death.

In a grim incident early Sunday, 27-year-old Krishna Devendra was murdered at a Juhu bus stop near Nehru Nagar slum. Prompt action by Juhu Police led to the arrest of Parmeshwar Devendra, an acquaintance of the deceased. Authorities revealed a history of animosity between the two men as the motive.

Central Railway executed special traffic blocks on the Harbour and Trans-Harbour lines for crucial infrastructure upgrades. The Harbour line experienced a block at Vashi station for electronic interlocking commissioning, while the Trans-Harbour line saw a block between Thane and Turbhe for ROB slab casting.

Mumbai police arrested three businessmen, including a chartered accountant, for allegedly defrauding a bullion firm of 43.76 crore through a gold investment scam. The accused lured investors with initial profits, then misappropriated funds via illegal trading activities in India and Dubai. They admitted to losses and issued bouncing cheques when repayment was demanded.

A Mumbai customs broker, Rajesh Nakhua, accuses Elite Green Private Limited and its directors of a 7.85 crore fraud. Nakhua's firm, Make India Impex, provided customs clearance and logistics for Elite Green's exports. The company allegedly withheld payments despite continued exports, diverting funds and causing significant financial losses to the broker due to unpaid dues and substandard goods.

Mumbai's Altamont Road housing society is a hot target. Three top developers are vying for its redevelopment. They are pitching offers at a luxury hotel this weekend. The developers are booking banquet halls and restaurants. This is to impress society members. Redevelopment mania is escalating in Mumbai's prime areas. Developers see this as a necessary business development exercise.