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  Mumbai shocker: Teacher burns 8-year-old's hand over 'poor handwriting', arrested for child abuse

  July 31, 2025 8:24 IST

  Mumbai: Alarmed and upset, the child’s father hurried him to Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Hospital in Kandivali for medical care. He subsequently lodged an official complaint at Kurar Police Station. Acting on his report, the police booked the teacher under applicable sections of the Indian Penal Code.

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  Feeding pigeons in Mumbai could land you in trouble, court orders FIR for violators: Know why

  July 31, 2025 8:17 IST

  Action can now be taken against those who feed pigeons in Mumbai. The Bombay High Court has directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to register an FIR against those involved in such activities.

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  Cyber fraud in Mumbai: Woman duped of Rs 4 Lakh by impersonators posing as senior police officials

  July 31, 2025 7:24 IST

  Cyber fraud in Mumbai: According to details shared by the police, a woman employed in Andheri received a call from an unfamiliar number on July 19 at approximately 12:30 pm. The caller informed her that her Aadhaar card had allegedly been used to open several bank accounts.

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  Bombay HC raps police for forcing doctors to reveal identities of minor girls seeking abortion

  July 30, 2025 16:47 IST

  The Bombay High Court has strongly rebuked the police for insisting that doctors disclose the identities of minor girls seeking abortions, calling it harassment and a violation of a 2022 Supreme Court ruling. The court was hearing a petition from a Mumbai-based gynaecologist.

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  Mumbai local train services affected after cracks found on track between Badlapur and Vangani

  July 30, 2025 13:31 IST

  The Central Railways said the repair work was swiftly undertaken by 8:15 am and a track safety clearance was given at 8:23 am after which trains were allowed to operate at a restricted speed of 20 kmph in the affected section.

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  Mumbai weather update: IMD predicts cloudy sky, moderate rain till August 4, check full forecast

  July 30, 2025 9:31 IST

  As per the weather forecast, Mumbai on Wednesday is expected to see a few spells of intense rain before it subsides.

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  Manoj Jarange warns of fresh hunger strike on Aug 29, accuses govt of betraying Maratha community

  July 29, 2025 12:47 IST

  The activist has undertaken multiple hunger strikes demanding the recognition of all Marathas as Kunbis — an agrarian caste listed under the Other Backward Classes category and reservation for the politically dominant community in government jobs and education.

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  Maharashtra govt to launch App-based rickshaw-taxi e-bike services soon | All you need to know

  July 29, 2025 11:18 IST

  The Maharashtra government in a statement said that the app-based rickshaw, taxi, and e-bike services for passenger transport will now not be limited to private companies.

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  Pune IT engineer dies by suicide on office premises, apologises to father in suicide note

  July 29, 2025 9:25 IST

  The incident came a day after a UP cop’s wife ended her life alleging harassment by her in-laws in Lucknow. In the video uploaded on Instagram, Saumya Kashyap said her in-laws, including her brother-in-law and her husband want to kill her so that the latter could remarry.

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  Maharashtra issues social media guidelines for officials, warns of disciplinary action if violated

  July 28, 2025 23:55 IST

  The Maharashtra government has issued strict social media guidelines for state employees, warning of disciplinary action for violations. Officials must avoid criticising government policies, keep personal and official accounts separate, and refrain from using official symbols in personal posts.

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  Over 14,000 men illegally received benefits under Ladki Bahin Yojana, Rs 21.44 cr in funds lost

  July 27, 2025 20:56 IST

  The welfare scheme launched last year promises Rs 1,500 per month to women aged between 21 and 65 belonging from families with annual income less than Rs 2.5 lakh. The fund is meant for their health, nutrition and general well-being.

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  'What happened during Maharashtra Assembly polls...': Fadnavis on Raj's 'Matoshree' visit

  July 27, 2025 18:27 IST

  Earlier in the day, Raj Thackeray went to Matoshree, his visit since 2019, when he had gone to the Thackeray residence to invite them to his son Amit's wedding. Before this, he visited Matoshree in 2012 following the demise of Bal Thackeray.

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  Maharashtra: Eknath Khadse's son-in-law among 7 arrested after Pune police bust 'drug party'

  July 27, 2025 18:19 IST

  DCP (Crime) Nikhil Pingle said at a press conference that raids were conducted after a tip-off regarding a rave party at the studio apartment located in the upscale Kharadi area. He said that 2.7 grams of a cocaine-like substance and 70 gm of a ganja-like substance were seized.

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  'Future going to be good for us': Uddhav 'extremely glad' on Raj's visit to Matoshree

  July 27, 2025 23:47 IST

  MNS chief chief Raj Thackeray on Sunday drove to Matoshree, the residence of the Thackeray family in Mumbai's Bandra, from his residence Shivteerth in Dadar to meet his cousin Uddhav. He was accompanied by MNS leaders Bala Nandgaonkar and Nitin Sardesai.

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  Raj Thackeray visits 'Matoshree' after 6.5 years to wish Uddhav Thackeray on his birthday | Video

  July 27, 2025 14:08 IST

  Maharashtra: Raj Thackeray returned to Matoshree after a gap of six and a half years, with his previous visit dating back to January 5, 2019, when he had gone there to personally invite Uddhav Thackeray to his son Amit Thackeray’s wedding.

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  Shocking gang rape inside moving car in Maharashtra's Lonavala, one accused arrested

  July 27, 2025 12:22 IST

  As per the FIR filed by Lonavala City Police, three men, aged between 25 and 35, forcibly abducted the woman while she was walking alone. They then drove her to several secluded spots, where they repeatedly took turns sexually assaulting her, stopping the car at various locations during the ordeal.

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  Maharashtra weather update: IMD issues yellow alert for Mumbai, Thane and Palghar district

  July 27, 2025 7:37 IST

  Maharashtra weather update: On Saturday, Mumbai witnessed steady rainfall throughout the day. According to data released by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, the city recorded an average of 6.80 mm of rain in the island city, 11.53 mm in the eastern suburbs, and 7.42 mm in the western suburbs.

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  'Those in glass houses do not throw stones…': Eknath Shinde slams Raut over 'ambulance scam'

  July 26, 2025 23:41 IST

  Shinde accused the Uddhav Thackeray-led Sena (UBT) faction of hypocrisy, claiming that those linked to past scandals involving the Mithi river desilting, road construction corruption, and the so-called “khichdi scam” were now pointing fingers at him.

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  Truck rams into several vehicles on Mumbai-Pune Expressway, 1 dead, 18 injured

  July 26, 2025 21:26 IST

  According to a police official, a speeding container trailer truck lost control after a brake failure and rammed into 20 to 25 vehicles, including luxury cars like BMW and Mercedes.

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  Mumbai shocker: Father, brother-in-law booked for alleged rape of minor girl

  July 26, 2025 14:21 IST

  After the victim recently approached the police, a case was filed under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for rape and the POCSO Act.

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  Navi Mumbai woman drives car into creek while following navigation | VIDEO

  August 01, 2025 17:56 IST

  A woman in Navi Mumbai drove into a creek, reportedly following GPS directions, but Google clarified Maps did not recommend the unsafe route.

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  Massive fire breaks out at chemical company in Navi Mumbai's Turbhe MIDC | Video

  July 26, 2025 9:28 IST

  Mumbai fire: The fire broke out around 3:00 am, prompting a swift response from the fire brigade, which managed to bring the flames under control. Thankfully, there were no reports of injuries.

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  Fadnavis meets Amit Shah in Delhi; Maharashtra cabinet reshuffle likely soon

  July 25, 2025 17:34 IST

  As per reports, a major chemical factory project in Maharashtra has received the green signal from the Centre. The move is likely to open new avenues for investment and employment in the state.

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  Dharavi Redevelopment Project survey nears completion with strong resident participation

  July 26, 2025 8:07 IST

  Dharavi Redevelopment Project: The DRP helpline has emerged as a crucial tool for communication, allowing residents to ask questions, resolve doubts, and express concerns. Of the 300+ calls received specifically about eligibility in the last month, many involved requests for required documents.

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  Mumbai man tries to mow down landlord after dispute over rent, arrested

  July 25, 2025 11:36 IST

  Last year, a man was killed by his tenant with a hammer after a dispute over the payment of the electricity bill in Mumbai. The incident came to the fore after residents of Shivaji Nagar’s Baiganwadi locality complained of a foul smell in the locality.

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  Mumbai weather update today: IMD predicts heavy rains for city, high tide expected till July 27

  July 25, 2025 9:09 IST

  Mumbai weather: It has been raining heavily in Mumbai since morning on Thursday, especially in suburban areas like Andheri, Borivali, Dahisar, Malad, Goregaon, Kandivali, Santacruz, Vile Parle and Bandra.

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  Video: Centuries-old fort collapses near Balapur in Maharashtra's Akola amid heavy rainfall

  July 25, 2025 8:39 IST

  Preliminary reports suggest that relentless monsoon rains, coupled with years of neglect and inadequate maintenance, severely compromised the already fragile structure. Once a proud symbol of the region’s heritage, the fort had been steadily deteriorating and had reached a dangerous state.

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  Lumpy skin disease outbreak in Pune: District authorities launch aggressive containment drive

  July 25, 2025 6:40 IST

  Lumpy skin disease outbreak in Pune: Pune district, home to a cattle population of 8.46 lakh, has made significant progress in its 2025–26 vaccination campaign against Lumpy skin disease.