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Mumbai cop duped of Rs 96,896 in Mahanagar Gas Limited cyber fraud

Mumbai cop duped of Rs 96,896 in Mahanagar Gas Limited cyber fraud

The SMS sent to the cop warned that his MGL gas connection would be disconnected by 7.30 pm and asked him to contact a person identifying himself as “Manish Rathore” on a given mobile number

Thane Police's Damini Squad books 1,013 people during special drive

The Damini Squad of Thane Police carried out checks at markets, bus stops, shopping malls, gardens, parks, isolated areas and near schools and colleges in Kalyan and Dombivli

13 February,2026 06:27 PM IST | Mumbai | Aishwarya Iyer

Mumbai: Man who left snake in Vande Bharat Express train held in Thane

The incident took place on December 27, 2025, when a snake was discovered in the toilet of Coach C-16 of Train No. 22225 Vande Bharat Express. The train continued its journey, and the snake was safely rescued at Solapur station, officials said

13 February,2026 05:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Mumbai: 19-year-old held for stealing scooter in Borivali East

During the investigation, the Crime Detection Team of the Kasturba Marg Police Station examined footage from nearly 40 to 50 CCTV cameras along the suspected escape route to zero-in on the culprit, an official said

13 February,2026 04:37 PM IST | Mumbai | Samiullah Khan

Congress targets Maharashtra govt over Bishnoi gang threats to Bollywood celebs

Congress criticises the Maharashtra government over rising crime, including threats to Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, and Rohit Shetty by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, blaming CM Devendra Fadnavis for failing to control criminal activity and focus on key issues like unemployment and women’s safety

13 February,2026 04:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

FDA clerk arrested in bribery case, Zirwal offers to resign if implicated

An FDA clerk, Rajendra Dherange, was arrested by the ACB for allegedly taking a Rs 35,000 bribe at Mantralaya. Minister Narhari Zirwal said he would resign if any link to him is found. Congress leaders Varsha Gaikwad and Harshwardhan Sapkal criticized the BJP-led government, calling for strict action and a probe

13 February,2026 03:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Mumbai civic body official alleges Rs 17-lakh property fraud by mother

The complainant alleged that his room at Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar was divided into two portions and fresh ownership papers were created during his absence. Pantnagar Police are probing the alleged forgery under the BNS

13 February,2026 09:53 AM IST | Mumbai | Aishwarya Iyer

Mumbai: Superstition-fuelled extortion racket busted by Dindoshi Police

Dindoshi police have arrested a woman, her son and their associate for allegedly extorting Rs 11.5 lakh from a Goregaon East beautician by exploiting superstition and fear over nearly two years. The amount may rise to Rs 23 lakh, including interest

13 February,2026 09:48 AM IST | Mumbai | Samiullah Khan

NDPS crackdown in Nerul: Heroin and ganja seized near railway tracks

Police uncovered a drug distribution network operating from a scrap shop in Sector 28, Nerul. Accused allegedly stored narcotics in nearby huts and transported small packets for sale at Rs 200 each before being caught red-handed during the raid

13 February,2026 08:53 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirish Vaktania

36-year-old man attacked in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri over cricket participation

The victim suffered serious injuries in the incident, which occurred early Sunday in Aare village, Guhagar, approximately 290 kilometres from Ratnagiri, the official said

12 February,2026 10:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Mumbai Customs seizes rare antique coins smuggled from London

Gold Coin weighing 12.37 grams: East India Company, Bengal Presidency, Gold Mohur from Murshidabad Mint, bearing the name of Shah Alam II, AH 1202/RY 19

12 February,2026 03:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Middle-class families duped in flat deals; five booked

In three separate cases, five persons have been accused of cheating homebuyers by falsely promising SRA flats in Mumbai. Victims allege they were misled with fake receipts and MoUs

12 February,2026 07:54 AM IST | Mumbai | Aishwarya Iyer
Mumbai Customs seizes rare antique coins smuggled from London

Mumbai Customs seizes rare antique coins smuggled from London

Gold Coin weighing 12.37 grams: East India Company, Bengal Presidency, Gold Mohur from Murshidabad Mint, bearing the name of Shah Alam II, AH 1202/RY 19

12 February,2026 03:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Middle-class families duped in flat deals; five booked

Middle-class families duped in flat deals; five booked

In three separate cases, five persons have been accused of cheating homebuyers by falsely promising SRA flats in Mumbai. Victims allege they were misled with fake receipts and MoUs

12 February,2026 07:54 AM IST | Mumbai | Aishwarya Iyer
Mumbai: Multi-layered cyber fraud network busted; Surat man arrested

Mumbai: Multi-layered cyber fraud network busted; Surat man arrested

Mumbai police arrested Narayan Shankar Mali for distributing malicious e-challan APKs, aiding investment and like-share frauds, and channeling defrauded funds. He ran a front ice cream shop in Surat while committing crimes.

12 February,2026 07:33 AM IST | Mumbai | Samiullah Khan
Mumbai Police busts inter-state fake postal stamp racket, 5 held

Mumbai Police busts inter-state fake postal stamp racket, 5 held

During a communication with the Mumbai GPO and technical analysis, police received information that fake stamps were being sent from Bihar to several states across the country, police said

11 February,2026 09:04 PM IST | Mumbai | Aishwarya Iyer
Threats to actors: Mumbai Police capable enough to hunt down culprits, says CM

Threats to actors: Mumbai Police capable enough to hunt down culprits, says CM

Those who have attempted or threatened the actors in the past have been dealt with strongly by the Mumbai Police and it will hunt down those who are threatening the actors lately. We will not allow any gangs to establish themselves in Mumbai, CM Fadnavis said

11 February,2026 03:51 PM IST | Mumbai | Asif Rizvi

IN PHOTOS: Two injured after bundle of balloons explode inside lift in Mumbai

Two people were injured after a gas-filled bundle of balloons exploded inside a lift of a building in Mumbai's Goregaon, officials said on Wednesday. Pics/videograbs

04 February,2026 09:49 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
Mumbai police bust fake ration card and MMRDA document racket in Dindoshi

Mumbai police bust fake ration card and MMRDA document racket in Dindoshi

Mumbai police have arrested a 21-year-old for allegedly running a fake government document racket, seizing 443 forged ration cards and bogus MMRDA allotment letters. Police suspect a larger network and are probing possible misuse for illegal benefits and identity fraud

11 February,2026 03:25 PM IST | Mumbai | Samiullah Khan

Carpenter murdered in Malad, body cut into pieces found at Juhu beach

Carpenter murdered in Malad, body cut into pieces found at Juhu beach

A 30-year-old Malvani resident was allegedly stabbed, dismembered and dumped in a nullah by his wife’s lover. The body parts washed ashore at Juhu beach, leading to the arrest of the accused. Police said the victim had confronted the accused over an affair weeks before the murder

11 February,2026 10:42 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirish Vaktania

Navi Mumbai woman dies after ward boy posing as doc administers injections

Navi Mumbai woman dies after ward boy posing as doc administers injections

According to the police, the woman’s family contacted Sandesh Yashwant Pashte, who introduced himself as a doctor, to treat her irregular periods and allegedly charged the family Rs 15,000 for a course of five injections

10 February,2026 08:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Thane achieves 78.8 per cent crime detection rate in 2025

Thane achieves 78.8 per cent crime detection rate in 2025

Kidnapping remained a major concern, with 1,291 cases reported. The police solved 1,173 of them (90.9 per cent), including 876 involving minor girls, of whom 782 were traced, according to the 2025 crime report

10 February,2026 06:38 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent

Malad police arrests serial robber, Rs 35 lakh worth of loot seized

    Malad police arrests serial robber, Rs 35 lakh worth of loot seized

    Malad Police have apprehended a repeat offender involved in a string of thefts across western Mumbai—specifically in Malad, Borivali, Kandivali, and Dindoshi. The suspect, known for his elaborate disguises and use of masks and gloves mainly targeted housing societies located near special transport vehicles. Further investigation showed that the stolen funds were used to buy farmland in his hometown, secure property in Mumbai, and accumulate a sizeable bank balance. Police have now seized assets worth nearly Rs 35 lakh believed to be acquired through his illegal activities.

    03 June,2025 04:10 PM IST
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