Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday announced plans for an ambitious pod taxi project in Thane aimed at enhancing last-mile connectivity and easing urban transport challenges, reported news agency PTI. Pod Taxi Project Planned for Ghodbunder Area Addressing an event in Thane, Shinde said the proposed pod taxi system will be introduced in the Ghodbunder region, with the foundation stone for the project set to be laid soon, reported PTI. He described the initiative as part of a broader push to modernise the city’s infrastructure, drawing parallels with major projects such as Metro corridors, the Coastal Road, and the Thane-Borivali twin-tunnel project. What is a Pod Taxi System? A pod taxi operates under the Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) system, featuring small, automated, driverless electric vehicles running on dedicated elevated tracks. These vehicles are designed to carry a limited number of passengers and provide efficient, point-to-point connectivity. The system is expected to offer faster travel, reduced congestion, and an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional transport options. Focus on Modern Urban Transport Solutions Shinde emphasised that the pod taxi service will provide a modern and convenient mode of transport for Thane residents. With rapid urbanisation and increasing traffic congestion, the project aims to improve connectivity, especially in areas that are not directly served by existing mass transit systems, reported PTI. The initiative aligns with the state government’s broader vision of integrating advanced mobility solutions into urban planning. Twin Tower Project Also on the Cards In addition to the pod taxi system, Shinde revealed plans to construct a landmark “Twin Tower” in Thane, inspired by iconic global structures such as the Eiffel Tower. The project is expected to enhance the city’s skyline and boost its identity as a growing urban hub, reported PTI. Appreciation for Journalists and Civic Efforts During the event, the Deputy Chief Minister also appreciated the role of journalists, particularly during crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. He noted that media professionals have played a crucial role in keeping the public informed during emergencies, reported PTI. Shinde thanked the civic administration for renovating the press room at the Thane Municipal Corporation headquarters and stressed the importance of providing better facilities for journalists, reported PTI. Balancing Development with Green Cover Highlighting Thane’s development journey, Shinde said that despite rapid urban growth, the city has managed to preserve its greenery. He reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring sustainable development while expanding infrastructure. The proposed pod taxi project is expected to be a significant step towards improving urban mobility and positioning Thane as a forward-looking city embracing innovative transport solutions. (With inputs from PTI)
01 April,2026 02:58 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondentAn autorickshaw driver brutally assaulted a four-year-old boy by lifting him by his legs and slamming him to the ground before smashing his head on an iron rod following an argument with the minor's father in Maharashtra's Palghar district, police said on Tuesday. The incident took place in a housing society at Vasai on Monday night, following which the accused was arrested, they said, adding that the critically-injured child is battling for life in a hospital, reported PTI. The incident was captured on a CCTV camera. CA student critical after assault over Rs 10,000; three booked A 21-year-old student pursuing his CA articleship is battling for his life in Sion Hospital’s intensive care unit (ICU) after being allegedly abducted and brutally assaulted by three men over Rs 10,000. The youth, a resident of Sion, was initially rushed to the hospital’s emergency ward in critical condition with head injuries, bruises on his face, and swelling on his back. Doctors later confirmed that he is currently out of danger but has a fracture under his eye. According to the police, the student was returning home from a Ganeshotsav event around 2.30 am on Saturday, September 6, when he was stopped by a man named Prasad Sakpal, who had been pressuring him for months to pay a so-called “settlement fee” linked to an old quarrel. Sakpal, along with two unidentified accomplices, allegedly forced him onto a scooter, took him to Wadala’s Bhim Nagar area, where they beat him with a wooden stick before extorting Rs 10,000 through online transfers. The victim’s father, a tempo driver, broke down while speaking to mid-day, “I am not thinking about what the police are doing. I am only thankful my son is alive,” he said in tears. When asked whether he knew the accused, he replied, "I don’t know." I became aware of the entire incident when I got to know about my son’s condition at the hospital. I go to work early in the morning at 4 and return home late. All I did was work so my family gets food and shelter.” Talking about his son, the father said, “He always wanted to be a chartered accountant. Since he was in Std XII, that was his dream, which he kept telling us (family). He gave two attempts but did not clear; now he is doing his articleship and hoping to clear the exam and become a CA. But now, he is lying in the ICU, helplessly.” Wiping his tears off, he once again repeated, “I am thankful he is alive. We did not lose our son; that’s all that matters. I believe the police will do what’s needed, but I don’t have the time or bandwidth to go check on them for an update.” Sion police have registered a case of kidnapping, extortion, assault, and intimidation under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. After the FIR was registered, the police on Monday arrested Prasad Sakpal from his residence in Sundar Kamla Nagar in Matunga East. A Sion police officer confirmed that Sakpal is currently in police custody and cops are on the lookout for the two other unknown accused.
01 April,2026 02:51 PM IST | Palghar | mid-day online correspondentMumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde on Wednesday clarified her statements regarding her recovery with the help of a Jain spiritual leader, amid controversy over misinterpretations of her remarks. Speaking at a Mahavir Jayanti event in Borivali, Tawde had said, “The Jain godman helped me get well from my throat issue. His prayers helped me recover.” At a press conference, she explained, “People are taking this in the wrong way. I do not support superstitions; I support our faith and believe in my faith. All the false claims and derogatory comments about me are very shameful. All I said was that the Jain Maharaj helped me… he told me to say ‘Om,’ and with the vibration of the sound of Om, my throat came back to life.” Mayor hits dig at Sanjay Raut Tawde also objected to attempts to link the Maharaj’s name to criminal cases, calling it “extremely shameful.” She said, “He is a very well-known and learned personality. Do not attach his name to criminals like Kharat.” Taking a dig at Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut, she added, “Sanjay Raut should watch his mouth. How can he speak about a woman like this? He has a wife and daughters, yet he does not understand how to respect women.” She further elaborated, “Some people, including Sanjay Raut, have spoken without understanding. This is not about superstition; it is about faith. Eknath Shinde was also present at the Jain-focused program. I had visited Gurudev Namramuni Maharaj when I was suffering from throat issues. He advised me to chant ‘Om.’ When we chant ‘Om,’ it exercises the throat and provides relief. At that time, we, including MLA Parag Shah, corporator Rakhi Jadhav, and Dharmesh Giri, went to Gujarat to receive his blessings. I was simply sharing my experience: Ritu Tawde “The Maharaj guided us to chant Om, and I have been practising it consistently every day since. As a result, my throat has improved. I was simply sharing my experience, and there was no intention of promoting superstition. We are all devotees of Swami Samarth and Sai Baba, and we follow the respected Namramuniji.” Tawde expressed frustration at the media coverage, saying, “Before I even reached home, such news had already been circulated. It is filthy and disgusting. Who are you associating with whom? I truly feel bad about this.” The clarifications came following her participation in the “Bhagwan Mahavir Janma Kalyanak Mahotsav” in Borivali, celebrated with great enthusiasm in the auspicious presence of Rashtrasant Param Gurudev Shri Namramuni Maharaj. The event, imbued with the inspiring thoughts of Bhagwan Mahavir, was attended by several prominent leaders. State dignitaries present included Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Shri Eknath Shinde, Cabinet Minister Shri Mangal Prabhat Lodha, BJP Mumbai President Shri Amit Satam, and MLAs Shri Paragbhai Shah, Shri Sanjay Upadhyay, and Shri Murji Patel, along with other ministers and officials.
01 April,2026 02:22 PM IST | MumbaiThe Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Thane has awarded compensation of Rs 7.76 lakh to a man who suffered permanent disability in a road accident in 2015. The order, passed on March 25 by Presiding Officer K P Shrikhande, brings relief to the petitioner after a long legal process as per PTI. How the accident happened The incident took place on August 28, 2015, near a mosque on the Sion-Kurla road in Mumbai. At the time, Wahid Aziz Khan, then 40 years old and working as a driver, was offering namaz by the roadside. According to the tribunal’s findings, a school bus being driven in a rash and negligent manner crashed into a tempo. The impact caused the tempo to overturn and fall on Khan and others nearby, leaving them seriously injured. After the accident, Khan was rushed to the hospital, where he underwent surgery for fractures to his ribs and shoulder blade. The tribunal accepted that he suffered permanent partial disability and assessed his functional disability at 30 per cent, which affected his ability to work, reported the news agency. Tribunal’s observations The tribunal noted that a criminal case had been registered against the bus driver under relevant laws. The driver was later charge-sheeted and convicted, which supported the claim of negligence. It rejected the insurance company’s argument that the victim was partly responsible for the accident or that there was a violation of policy conditions. The tribunal observed that no evidence was presented to support these claims. The bus owner did not appear before the tribunal, and the case was decided ex parte against him. Compensation details Although Khan had sought compensation of over Rs 39 lakh, the tribunal assessed his monthly income at Rs 10,500 due to lack of proper income proof. Based on this, it calculated the total compensation at Rs 7,76,590. This amount includes medical expenses, loss of income during treatment, future loss of earnings, and compensation for pain, suffering, and reduced quality of life. The tribunal held both the vehicle owner and the insurer responsible but directed the insurance company to pay the amount and recover it from the owner if necessary. It also ordered that the compensation be deposited within 30 days. The tribunal directed that the compensation amount will carry an interest of 9 per cent per annum from November 3, 2022, until the amount is fully paid. However, it noted delays in pursuing the case and limited the interest period accordingly. (With PTI Inputs)
01 April,2026 01:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Maharashtra State Onion Growers' Association has called on the government to swiftly roll out the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) to curb the steep decline in onion prices, which it says is driving farmers into a serious financial crisis Onion prices have declined by more than 50 per cent, clearly indicating distress sale conditions and meeting the criteria for MIS implementation, association president Bharat Dighole said, PTI reported. He also warned of state-wide protests if immediate steps are not taken, urging the government to act swiftly to provide relief to onion farmers. Focus on perishable agricultural commodities The Market Intervention Scheme (MIS), a component under PM-AASHA, is aimed at providing remunerative prices to farmers for the procurement of agricultural and horticultural commodities that are perishable in nature and not covered under the Price Support Scheme. In a representation sent to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar, Dighole highlighted that onion growers across Maharashtra were suffering heavy losses due to a steep decline in prices at Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs). According to PTI, he said that if the scheme is implemented, the government's entry as a buyer in the market would help stabilise prices, curb panic selling, and prevent traders from suppressing rates. Current rates fail to cover harvesting and transport Currently, farmers are receiving only Rs 300 to Rs 800 per quintal for onions, less than half of the production cost estimated at Rs 1,500 to Rs 1,800 per quintal. The prevailing prices are insufficient even to cover harvesting and transportation costs, forcing farmers into distress sales. In several instances, farmers have been compelled to dump onions on roads due to unviable market rates, Dighole pointed out. He demanded that the state government immediately send a proposal to the Centre for the implementation of MIS and ensure the scheme is executed at the taluka level rather than being restricted to districts. He also called for setting up government procurement centres in every onion-producing taluka and fixing a minimum procurement price based on production costs. Dighole also stressed the need for effective implementation of the Price Deficiency Payment (PDP) scheme to ensure direct financial support to farmers. (With PTI inputs)
01 April,2026 12:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBangladeshi students, who love to call Mumbai their home, continue to look forward to building their future and hope that the diplomatic strains between the two countries will soon improve. Their hope flickers amid news of suspended tourist visas and evident manifestos against illegal Bangladeshi migrants. We speak to these students about the challenges they faced in 2025. Ananya Raha, who has made Mumbai his home since the last 17-months, says for her, things are in fact looking better. “I am doing my Master’s in English Literature at a university in Mumbai, and my academics and personal life have still been smooth sailing,” he says. Raha had left her homeland in the early days of the unrest, “My scholarships and visas were already spoken for. While the tensions in the country were definitely a matter of concern, I never felt them creep into my life in Mumbai. Out of all the places I have lived, Kerala, Delhi, and West Bengal, this felt the most like home,” he said while talking to Sunday mid-day. Uthsa Sarker loves how Indian academics include the international perspective; (right) Shajib Kumar Das says that news coverage of his country on sometimes lacks nuance Raha never experienced any discrimination but the room does quiten when his nationality is mentioned. “Some students get slightly uncomfortable, but that too is very rare, and most importantly, it hasn’t impacted my academics,” he says. Students, though look for few essential factors when deciding to move — safety, diversity, liberal outlook, and social life. “I love how Hinduism is practised in Mumbai, then back home. Also, staying in the financial capital of the country works best for my career,” said Shajib Kumar Das, who arrived in Mumbai only seven months ago to pursue MCom. To live in a city that is a pot of cultures was essential for Das. “I am here to experience diversity and different opportunities,” he said. Das’s only grouse? The representation of his country in news coverage. “At times Bangladeshi residents do see civil unrest and even safety issues, however, I have realised that it is not really shown in right light by the Indian media. At times, there isn’t enough context in the coverage,” he adds. Ties eased and the ice thawed when Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Tarique Rahman, the newly elected Bangladesh Prime Minister from the BNP. The immediate effect was the reopening of Visa offices; students relay that things are getting better. “If the leaders accept each other, the citizens do too. However, while studying, we are always more than our nationality, we are good students and much more,” said Das. For many, the syllabus was the key factor. One of them is Uthsa Sarker, who studies at Mumbai University’s sociology department and says that what he learnt during his Master’s in Mumbai varies from what he studied back home. “There we focused more on the social dynamics within Bangladeshi society from an international perspective. Here, my course also has an international aspect, but I have been introduced to multiple Indian perspectives on Indian society. I can relate to various aspects and have been learning about concepts such as caste, gender,” he adds. Hitesh Sharma Edupeer ‘The world in general, has been experiencing a largely political climate. It’s crucial that the students are comfortable with it before travelling. When it comes to India, we can still be attracting many more students from Africa, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and even countries from the West, since we already have a robust education culture and we can bring in a larger diversity and a bigger influx of international students’
01 April,2026 12:23 PM IST | Mumbai | Aditi AlurkarPolice have arrested two motorcycle thieves and recovered 58 stolen two-wheelers in Maharashtra’s Thane district, an official said. Following a surge in motorbike theft cases in the Bhiwandi area, police intensified surveillance and laid a trap, after which the duo was apprehended on Monday, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime) Amarsingh Jadhav told PTI on Tuesday. Vehicles linked to multiple theft cases During the investigation, police recovered 58 motorcycles and scooters, valued at more than Rs 10 lakh, linked to 41 theft cases registered across multiple police stations in the district, he said. Police suspect that the accused, Ganesh alias Ganu Raju More (21) and Sahebali alias Chotu Sultanali Sheikh (19), were part of a larger network involved in vehicle thefts, and efforts are underway to trace other accomplices, the official added. Mumbai Police bust motorcycle theft racket, recover 46 stolen bikes worth Rs 12.85 lakh Earlier in January, the DN Nagar police cracked a well-organised motorcycle theft racket, arresting three accused and recovering as many as 46 stolen two-wheelers valued at approximately Rs 12.85 lakh. The arrests led to the detection of seven theft cases registered across multiple police stations in the city. According to the police sources, the case leading to the arrests was filed by Raju Balakrishna Pujari, 23, after his Honda Aviator scooter (MH02 BX 3352) was stolen around July-August 2025, from outside Jeevan Jyot Medical Centre on CD Barfiwala Road in Andheri West. Based on his complaint, DN Nagar police registered an offence under Section 303(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), pertaining to theft. CCTV analysis and tip-off lead to breakthrough During the investigation, police analysed CCTV footage from the crime scene and acted on inputs from a confidential informant, leading to the arrests of Janardan Vishwas Bane alias Nana, 36, Munna Kedar Mali, 52, and Ashfaak Ibrahim Mansuri, 34. The trio was arrested and sent to police custody. Police investigations revealed that Bane would steal motorcycles from areas including Juhu, Goregaon, Versova, and DN Nagar, with the help of Mali. The stolen vehicles were then taken to Mansuri’s workshop in Behram Baug, Oshiwara, where they were dismantled, and the parts were sold individually to avoid detection. In addition to the 46 motorcycles recovered, the police also seized multiple two-wheelers from Mansuri’s shop, leading to suspicions that the racket may be linked to several more thefts. (With PTI inputs)
01 April,2026 11:49 AM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondentThe India Meteorological Department has forecast a partly cloudy sky over Mumbai, with the possibility of light rain or thundershowers in the city and suburbs towards evening or night. According to the IMD, the city recorded minimum temperatures of 25.5 degrees Celsius at Colaba and 25.6 degrees Celsius at Santacruz on Tuesday. No rainfall was reported at either observatory, with both stations logging 0.0 millimetres of precipitation, indicating largely dry conditions through the day. Yellow alert issued for multiple districts Meanwhile, the IMD has issued a yellow alert for several districts including Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Dhule, Nandurbar, Jalgaon, Kolhapur ghats, Kolhapur, Satara ghats, Sangli, Sholapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna, Parbhani, Beed, Hingoli, Nanded, Akola and Amravati, predicting thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds of 40–50 kilometres per hour at isolated places. Orange alert warns of hailstorms, stronger winds An orange alert has been sounded for Nashik, its ghat areas, Ahmednagar, Pune, Pune ghats, Satara, Latur, Dharashiv and Yavatmal, where thunderstorms with lightning, hailstorms and stronger gusts of 50–60 kilometres per hour are likely at isolated locations. Cooling trend observed across Maharashtra Across Maharashtra, several regions recorded below-normal maximum temperatures on Wednesday, pointing to a mild cooling trend. Cities such as Ahmednagar (35.2 degrees Celsius), Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (32.8 degrees Celsius), Beed (34.0 degrees Celsius), Jalgaon (35.6 degrees Celsius) and Parbhani (34.0 degrees Celsius) saw daytime temperatures dipping 2 degrees Celsius to 5 degrees Celsius below normal. Kolhapur (34.6 degrees Celsius), Satara (34.8 degrees Celsius) and Nashik (34.2 degrees Celsius) also reported below-average daytime heat. Malegaon hottest; interior regions stay near normal Among the warmer pockets, Malegaon recorded 38.4 degrees Celsius, followed by Dharashiv at 37.6 degrees Celsius and Sholapur at 37.2 degrees Celsius, though these too remained close to seasonal averages. Mumbai temperatures remain near normal In the Mumbai region, Colaba and Santacruz recorded maximum temperatures of 32.8 degrees Celsius and 33.1 degrees Celsius, respectively, remaining near normal, while minimum temperatures stayed slightly above average. High humidity persists along coast Coastal areas such as Dahanu and Ratnagiri continued to witness high humidity levels, with morning relative humidity at 76 per cent and 70 per cent respectively, while Harnai recorded 76 per cent humidity in the evening. Slightly warmer nights across state Night temperatures across the state ranged between 20 degrees Celsius and 26 degrees Celsius, with places like Mahabaleshwar (20.4 degrees Celsius), Nashik (20.6 degrees Celsius) and Parbhani (22.7 degrees Celsius) experiencing slightly above-normal minimum temperatures. Overall, the IMD data suggests a marginal dip in daytime temperatures across Maharashtra, even as humid conditions persist along the coast and thunderstorm activity is expected to intensify in several districts.
01 April,2026 10:01 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA fire broke out in a residential building in Diva in the early hours of Wednesday, but was swiftly brought under control with no injuries reported, officials said. According to the Disaster Management Cell of the Thane Municipal Corporation, the incident was reported at around 1:54 am by the Diva Beat Fire Station. The blaze occurred at Baburao Residency, located near Hanuman Temple, close to Diva Railway Station in Diva (West). The fire originated in the kitchen of Room No. 103 on the first floor of the ground-plus-four-storey building. The flat is owned by Dinesh Sawant and was occupied by tenant Sushil Mestri. Preliminary information suggests that a short circuit in the kitchen’s electrical board triggered the fire, which spread to the refrigerator. Fire brigade personnel rushed to the spot with a rescue vehicle and managed to contain the blaze. No casualties or injuries were reported. Sion Hospital to conduct fresh safety audit after AC fire, gas leak incidents Following two safety incidents within a week, authorities at Lokmanya Tilak Municipal General Hospital, popularly known as Sion Hospital, have decided to conduct a fresh audit to assess safety systems and maintenance of electrical appliances to prevent future mishaps. “The fire on Tuesday was due to a blast in the split AC installed in the X-ray department. While generally the window AC compressor is the reason for such blasts, in an unusual incident, this time the split AC’s main body exploded inside the closed room. We are thinking checking electrical appliances as well as electrical points,” said Dr Pramod Ingale, dean, Sion Hospital. Civic hospitals typically undergo a mandatory fire audit once every five years. The last audit at Sion Hospital was conducted in August 2023. However, the recent back-to-back incidents have prompted the administration to initiate an additional review. The fire didn’t result in any injuries and repair work could take a month to complete. Official Speak Ashish Chitre, Assistant security officer, Sion HospitalAccidents cannot be avoided. However, we have ensured that the extinguishing systems are appropriately in place. Also, because there were fire extinguishers available at the hospital, we could prevent a major mishap, and the fire officials also reached within a few minutes. Visitor Speak Hemlata Moghe, A patient’s relativeThough the fire was confined to just one room, as the building is an enclosed structure, there was a lot of smoke, and we were afraid because of that. Because of the amount of smoke, relatives of patients admitted here thought it must be a huge fire. But the quick steps taken by the fire officials and also internal security staff helped clear out the smoke within a few minutes. There was inconvenience though, as patients are under recovery. Staff Speak Vijaya More, NurseIt was a regular OPD day when suddenly a noise was heard, and thick smoke started coming out from the X-ray department side. We immediately alerted the security and started informing patients to move out of the building.A Maharashtra Security Force officerSome patients and their relatives panicked, started screaming and running. We were able to evacuate them even before the fire brigade officials arrived. March 31Incident: FireLocation: OPD building, OPD 14, ground floor, X-ray departmentCause: Split AC blastInjuries: NoneMedical equipment damage: None March 24Incident: Gas LeakLocation: Gate No. 1Cause: Breaking of gas pipeline during ongoing development worksInjuries: NoneMedical equipment damage: None OPD building dynamicsOPDs: Ground to 3rd floorSurgical/non-surgical wards: 4th floor and above
01 April,2026 09:45 AM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondentFamilies set to be displaced from the Elphinstone area continue to face mounting challenges in securing alternative housing, even as many say they are willing to compromise and pay extra for better accommodation. Residents allege that the rehabilitation process has been plagued by a lack of transparency, poor coordination, and inadequate infrastructure at the allotted sites. Voices Manish Shirodkar, allotted a seventh-floor flat in D-Abero through lottery system‘When flats were available at Mariano, D-Abero and Aquino buildings in Prabhadevi, chits were drawn for those willing to pay extra for larger homes. I was allotted a flat in D-Abero on the seventh floor, but the lift has not been working for six months now due to maintenance issues. Out of frustration, I accepted the flat, hoping the issue would be resolved by the time we moved in. The flat measures 454 sq ft, for which I will pay Rs 22,03,800 from my own pocket. I had also written to the MMRDA and MHADA expressing willingness to take a flat in Ghatkopar. But, when I requested a site visit, there was no response. It has been over three weeks since my request.’ Flats at Mariano were among those allotted to displaced Elphinstone families, many of whom say infrastructure issues and delays continue to persist Ashok Wagh, allotted a flat in D-Abero‘When I visited the building, I saw several flats lying vacant. I do not understand why only four were made available when MHADA knows that 10 families are still waiting. I paid R22,03,900 for my allotted flat a week ago, but I am yet to receive the letter or keys. While a third-floor flat is manageable on a daily basis, moving belongings or handling emergencies will still be difficult. The area is good, but we are too tired to keep fighting.’ Ravindra Jadhav‘I secured a flat in Aquino Building in the lottery held on March 2. But, two days later, I got a call from an MMRDA official stating that the flat had been listed by mistake and could not be given to me. I asked for this in writing, but got nothing. I submitted another application stating that I was ready to pay for the additional area and requested the allotment letter and keys, but got no response. A week ago, I sent a reminder, which is also unanswered.’ Virendra Kansara, among the two families who opted for relocation to Kandivli due to proximity to relatives‘Despite agreeing to relocate to Kandivali, we have not received the allotment letter or keys. When we follow up, we are only told it will be done. It has been over 20 days with no communication from either MHADA or MMRDA. What more do they expect from us?’ By the numbers 405 sqftStandard carpet area sanctioned for alternative housing. Authorities pay the difference if the allotted home is smaller, while beneficiaries pay extra if the flat is larger. 23Total number of families to be displaced 16Residential units 07Commercial units 03Families allotted homes in Priyadarshini Building 03Families relocated to faraway locations 11Families in unwanted locations 06Families still awaiting homes
01 April,2026 09:22 AM IST | Mumbai | Ritika GondhalekarJan William Langford, 76, a British national working as a broadcast engineer associated with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the Indian Premier League (IPL), was found unconscious in his room at the Trident hotel on March 30. He had been staying there for a few days while on assignment for the ongoing tournament, police said. ‘No foul play suspected’ He was rushed to Bombay Hospital, where doctors declared him dead before admission. The body has been sent for post-mortem. Police said preliminary findings do not suggest any foul play. “Nothing suspicious has been found so far; the exact cause of death will be known after medical reports”, a police officer told mid-day. Probe underway Marine Drive police have registered an Accidental Death Report (ADR) and begun further inquiry. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone I) Dr Pravin Mundhe confirmed the development, stating that the man was found unconscious in the hotel and later declared dead at the hospital. Police said the investigation is ongoing. March 30Day when the body was found
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