The Times of India

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.

Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) launched its RuPay On-The-Go smart card scheme on April 1, enabling convenient and transparent digital travel for students, senior citizens, and other concession holders. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the initiative, distributing cards to beneficiaries. The NCMC-enabled cards, priced at Rs 199, can be topped up through various digital channels.

Auto drivers across Maharashtra are set to protest on April 8 against the Rs 800 fee for the state welfare scheme, deeming it unjustified and burdensome. Unions argue the charges contradict the scheme's purpose and allege unofficial pressure to pay for document processing, potentially disrupting services.

An autorickshaw driver in Palghar brutally assaulted a four-year-old boy, slamming him to the ground and smashing his head against an iron rod after an argument with the child's father. The critically injured boy is battling for life in the hospital, and the accused has been arrested.

Ashwini Bhide, instrumental in Mumbai's underground Metro project, has made history as the first woman Municipal Commissioner of the over-160-year-old BMC. A 1995 batch IAS officer, she takes charge from Bhushan Gagrani and is expected to serve a full three-year term. Bhide, also holding additional charge as MD of Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation, expressed gratitude for the responsibility.