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Bomb threat email triggers security sweep at Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan

Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan received a bomb and missile threat via email on Thursday morning. Security forces, including the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad and dog squad, conducted a thorough inspection of the premises. The threat also mentioned other locations like the Bombay Stock Exchange and High Court, but preliminary investigations suggest it was a hoax.

12 Mar 2026 12:04 pm
Birth certs to Bdeshis: Mumbai mayor says 119 taken back, FIR on 116

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde announced that 119 fraudulent birth certificates issued to Bangladeshis have been retrieved from the BMC portal. FIRs will be filed against 116 individuals for refusing to return certificates or being untraceable. A demand for a SIT to probe the alleged scam has been made.

12 Mar 2026 11:03 am
Urine in cola colour, Mumbai man rushes to hospital; diagnosed with muscle breakdown

A Vikhroli doctor suffered muscle breakdown after resuming gymming. This condition, rhabdomyolysis, can harm kidneys. Doctors are urging greater awareness of acute kidney injuries. Many Indians face chronic kidney disease, often due to diabetes and hypertension. Preventive care is crucial to protect kidney health.

12 Mar 2026 9:59 am
2 held from UP for duping Mumbai businessman in 'paper-to-currency conversion' scheme

Two men were arrested in Uttar Pradesh for duping a Mumbai businessman of Rs 7 lakh. The accused posed as individuals who could convert plain paper into currency using chemicals and powders. After a convincing demonstration, they took the businessman's money, promising to double it, but delivered only plain paper.

12 Mar 2026 9:17 am
Mumbais maximum temperature sees sharp 6C fall after 40C high

Mumbai experienced a significant drop in daytime temperatures on Wednesday, with the Santacruz station recording 34.2C, nearly 6C lower than the previous day's highs. This relief is attributed to an early sea breeze and weaker easterly winds, alongside a shift in a persistent anticyclone. Despite the dip, minimum temperatures remained above normal.

12 Mar 2026 7:37 am