Incessant rain in Mumbai disrupted light operations at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai prompting major airlines to issue advisories to passengers.
A fire erupted in the Kanakia Samarpan Tower in Mumbai's Borivali area, resulting in one fatality and three injuries. Details about the cause and extent of the fire are still awaited.
Raj Thackeray-led MNS had supported the ruling alliance, comprising the BJP, Shiv Sena and Ajit Pawar's NCP, in the Lok Sabha elections 2024. The decision to go solo in the state election is a surprise call as Raj Thackeray has been soft against ruling Mahayuti for the last couple of months.
IMD has issued a red alert for the Pune district for another 48 hours, and as heavy rains are expected to continue later in the day in the catchment areas of Khadakwasla and other upstream dams.
Mumbai rains: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted moderate to heavy rainfall in the city and suburbs with possibility of very heavy rainfall at isolated places in next 24 hours.
The reservoirs supplying water to Mumbai are experiencing heavy rains, leading to a steady increase in water storage. As many as four reservoirs—Vihar, Tulsi, Tansa, and Modaksagar—are overflowing.
The MeT department has forecast thunderstorms with lightning and light to moderate rainfall at isolated places over Wardha, Nagpur, Gadchiroli, Bhandara, Gondia and Chandrapur districts.
The suburban rail system in Mumbai operates 3,200 services daily, carrying over 75 lakh passengers. There is increased emphasis on separating suburban and long-distance rail services to enhance efficiency.
Maharashtra Police has initiated an inquiry into a Thane woman accused of faking documents to obtain a Pakistani visa. However, in an exclusive interview, her Pakistani husband, denies allegations of espionage, while claiming their marriage was legitimate and approved by both families.
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