Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Fadnavis calls for balancing heritage with development, cites Ahilyabai Holkar's legacy
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said the government is drawing inspiration from historical figures like Rajmata Ahilyabai Holkar to shape its development agenda, particularly in water conservation and rural transformation. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Fadnavis calls for balancing heritage with development, cites Ahilyabai Holkar's legacy
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said the government is drawing inspiration from historical figures like Rajmata Ahilyabai Holkar to shape its development agenda, particularly in water conservation and rural transformation. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Illegal statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji relocated with people's participation in Maharashtra town
The administration on Saturday relocated an unauthorised equestrian statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj from a major highway intersection in Georai town of Beed district after reaching out to locals and taking them into confidence, officials said. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Illegal statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji relocated with people's participation in Maharashtra town
The administration on Saturday relocated an unauthorised equestrian statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj from a major highway intersection in Georai town of Beed district after reaching out to locals and taking them into confidence, officials said. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 27 years after encounter death of gangster, nephew kills 'informant'; arrested
Nearly three decades after the death of a gangster in a police encounter in the city, his nephew and another person have been arrested for the alleged revenge killing of a 78-year-old man whom they suspected to be a police informant. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 27 years after encounter death of gangster, nephew kills 'informant'; arrested
Nearly three decades after the death of a gangster in a police encounter in the city, his nephew and another person have been arrested for the alleged revenge killing of a 78-year-old man whom they suspected to be a police informant. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Sanjay Raut&rsquo;s sharp attack on BJP after ex AAP MP's merger
Reacting strongly, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut compared the BJP to a mythological demon. &ldquo;In Mahabharat, there is a demon called Bakasur whose hunger was insatiable. The BJP has become a party of Bakasur. It can eat anything,&rdquo; he said. Raut also described the leaders who switched sides as &ldquo;Page 3 leaders&rdquo; and claimed they were driven by fear and the need for protection, reported PTI

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Sanjay Raut&rsquo;s sharp attack on BJP after ex AAP MP's merger
Reacting strongly, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut compared the BJP to a mythological demon. &ldquo;In Mahabharat, there is a demon called Bakasur whose hunger was insatiable. The BJP has become a party of Bakasur. It can eat anything,&rdquo; he said. Raut also described the leaders who switched sides as &ldquo;Page 3 leaders&rdquo; and claimed they were driven by fear and the need for protection, reported PTI

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Revenue official caught taking Rs 5 lakh bribe at home in Nagpur
A revenue assistant from the Nagpur collector's office was caught taking a bribe of Rs 5 lakh at his home to facilitate a construction-related matter, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) said on Saturday (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Revenue official caught taking Rs 5 lakh bribe at home in Nagpur
A revenue assistant from the Nagpur collector's office was caught taking a bribe of Rs 5 lakh at his home to facilitate a construction-related matter, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) said on Saturday (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: FIR against 'godman' Kharat for cheating former aide and CA of Rs 8.76 crore
Police have registered one more case of cheating against self-styled astrologer-cum-godman Ashok Kharat in Nashik, who has been arrested for alleged sexual exploitation of several women and fraud, an official said on Saturday (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: FIR against 'godman' Kharat for cheating former aide and CA of Rs 8.76 crore
Police have registered one more case of cheating against self-styled astrologer-cum-godman Ashok Kharat in Nashik, who has been arrested for alleged sexual exploitation of several women and fraud, an official said on Saturday (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:Bal Thackeray favoured strict action against those who betrayed Shiv Sena: Arvind Sawant
Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray was of the view that elected leaders who betray the party should face strict consequences, Sena (UBT) MP Arvind Sawant said in a veiled jibe at the rival Sena, headed by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:Bal Thackeray favoured strict action against those who betrayed Shiv Sena: Arvind Sawant
Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray was of the view that elected leaders who betray the party should face strict consequences, Sena (UBT) MP Arvind Sawant said in a veiled jibe at the rival Sena, headed by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Team behind the operation Yatri Suraksha
The operation was carried out by the CPDS team comprising HC Naveen, CT Anuj, CT Deepak, and CT Shailendra, under the supervision of senior RPF officials.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Team behind the operation Yatri Suraksha
The operation was carried out by the CPDS team comprising HC Naveen, CT Anuj, CT Deepak, and CT Shailendra, under the supervision of senior RPF officials.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Total recovery and legal action under Operation Yatri Suraksha
The RPF has recovered seven stolen mobile phones, including five iPhones, with a total value of Rs 4,84,580. The accused has been handed over to the GRP at Andheri, where multiple cases have been registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Further investigation is underway to determine if he is linked to more such crimes.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Total recovery and legal action under Operation Yatri Suraksha
The RPF has recovered seven stolen mobile phones, including five iPhones, with a total value of Rs 4,84,580. The accused has been handed over to the GRP at Andheri, where multiple cases have been registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Further investigation is underway to determine if he is linked to more such crimes.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: RPF nabs mobile thief at Andheri, cracks seven cases under Operation Yatri Suraksha
Under "Operation Yatri Suraksha", the RPF at Andheri Railway Station have cracked a string of mobile theft cases, arresting a 30-year-old accused involved in multiple theft incidents across Mumbai&rsquo;s suburban rail network

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: RPF nabs mobile thief at Andheri, cracks seven cases under Operation Yatri Suraksha
Under "Operation Yatri Suraksha", the RPF at Andheri Railway Station have cracked a string of mobile theft cases, arresting a 30-year-old accused involved in multiple theft incidents across Mumbai&rsquo;s suburban rail network

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Shiv Sena (UBT) and NCP factions react strongly to claims
Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) leader Sanjay Raut said Shivaji Maharaj was an independent ruler who built Swarajya and that such claims distort history. He also accused the ruling alliance of allowing a platform for such statements. Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar faction) leader Rohit Pawar went further, demanding a ban on Shastri in Maharashtra and warning of public backlash if no action is taken. Another leader, Jitendra Awhad, demanded an unconditional apology, citing historical records that contradict the claim, reported IANS.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Shiv Sena (UBT) and NCP factions react strongly to claims
Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) leader Sanjay Raut said Shivaji Maharaj was an independent ruler who built Swarajya and that such claims distort history. He also accused the ruling alliance of allowing a platform for such statements. Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar faction) leader Rohit Pawar went further, demanding a ban on Shastri in Maharashtra and warning of public backlash if no action is taken. Another leader, Jitendra Awhad, demanded an unconditional apology, citing historical records that contradict the claim, reported IANS.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Opposition calls remarks about Shivaji Maharaja historically false
Opposition parties strongly criticised the statement, calling it a distortion of history and an insult to Shivaji Maharaj. Congress leaders, including Vijay Wadettiwar and Harshavardhan Sapkal, said Shivaji Maharaj never surrendered his kingdom and dedicated his life to Swarajya. They also questioned the silence of those present at the event, reported IANS

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Opposition calls remarks about Shivaji Maharaja historically false
Opposition parties strongly criticised the statement, calling it a distortion of history and an insult to Shivaji Maharaj.Congress leaders, including Vijay Wadettiwar and Harshavardhan Sapkal, said Shivaji Maharaj never surrendered his kingdom and dedicated his life to Swarajya. They also questioned the silence of those present at the event, reported IANS

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Metro Line 6 work to impact Mumbai local train services from April 25 to 26
Western Railway announced night blocks between Ram Mandir railway station and Jogeshwari railway station for Mumbai Metro Line 6 work, affecting multiple suburban train services. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/photo/in-photos-metro-line-6-work-to-impact-mumbai-local-train-services-from-april-25-to-26-110799" rel="nofollow">See pics</a>

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Metro Line 6 work to impact Mumbai local train services from April 25 to 26
Western Railway announced night blocks between Ram Mandir railway station and Jogeshwari railway station for Mumbai Metro Line 6 work, affecting multiple suburban train services. See pics

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Shiv Sena (UBT) holds Parbhani office-bearers&rsquo; meeting in presence of Uddhav Thackeray at Shiv Sena Bhavan
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Eknath Shinde at the inauguration of the 'Godavari to Narmada' yaatra at Ahilyanagar
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&mdash; Eknath Shinde - एकनाथ शिंदे (@mieknathshinde) <a href="https://twitter.com/mieknathshinde/status/2047996005589905608?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">April 25, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Eknath Shinde at the inauguration of the 'Godavari to Narmada' yaatra at Ahilyanagar

पुण्यश्लोक अहिल्यादेवींची जन्मभूमी असलेल्या श्री क्षेत्र चौंडी (अहिल्यानगर) येथील 'गोदा ते नर्मदा' जलयात्रेचा शुभारंभ कार्यक्रम. pic.twitter.com/4eWmeUmLxq
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: How did Police identify the two accused?
Police officials, while briefing about the incident, said that a parallel probe by the Crime Branch using technical surveillance and human intelligence helped identify two suspects&mdash;a 29-year-old man and his 25-year-old associate. Following the crime, the duo reportedly switched off their mobile phones and moved across multiple states in an attempt to evade arrest. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, a Crime Branch team tracked the accused to Nagpur, where they were apprehended from the Bada Taj Bagh area on Friday, April 24&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: How did Police identify the two accused?
Police officials, while briefing about the incident, said that a parallel probe by the Crime Branch using technical surveillance and human intelligence helped identify two suspects&mdash;a 29-year-old man and his 25-year-old associate. Following the crime, the duo reportedly switched off their mobile phones and moved across multiple states in an attempt to evade arrest. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, a Crime Branch team tracked the accused to Nagpur, where they were apprehended from the Bada Taj Bagh area on Friday, April 24&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: CM Devendra Fadnavis unveils 'Unnat Nashik Abhiyan' logo
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नाशिक महानगरपालिका अंतर्गत &lsquo;उन्नत नाशिक अभियाना'च्या लोगोचे मुख्यमंत्री देवेंद्र फडणवीस यांच्या हस्ते अनावरण करण्यात आले. यावेळी मंत्री गिरीष महाजन, नाशिकच्या महापौर हिमगौरी आहेर-आडके, प.पू. गुरुमाऊली अण्णासाहेब मोरे, होळकर घराण्याचे 16 वे वंशज युवराज यशवंतराव होळकर व इतर मान्यवर&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/8u8p7O1vnp">pic.twitter.com/8u8p7O1vnp</a>
&mdash; CMO Maharashtra (@CMOMaharashtra) <a href="https://twitter.com/CMOMaharashtra/status/2047988005303156798?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">April 25, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: CM Devendra Fadnavis unveils 'Unnat Nashik Abhiyan' logo

नाशिक महानगरपालिका अंतर्गत &lsquo;उन्नत नाशिक अभियाना'च्या लोगोचे मुख्यमंत्री देवेंद्र फडणवीस यांच्या हस्ते अनावरण करण्यात आले.यावेळी मंत्री गिरीष महाजन, नाशिकच्या महापौर हिमगौरी आहेर-आडके, प.पू. गुरुमाऊली अण्णासाहेब मोरे, होळकर घराण्याचे 16 वे वंशज युवराज यशवंतराव होळकर व इतर मान्यवर&hellip; pic.twitter.com/8u8p7O1vnp
&mdash; CMO Maharashtra (@CMOMaharashtra) April 25, 2026


Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Grand launch of 'Goda Te Narmada Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Jal Yatra 2026' by CM Devendra Fadnavis
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?Grand launch of 'Goda Te Narmada Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Jal Yatra 2026' organised on the occasion of the 300th birth anniversary year of Punyashlok Rajmata Ahilyadevi Holkar at the hands of CM Devendra Fadnavis. Minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, Minister Girish Mahajan,&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/BvZ2nXmIXi">pic.twitter.com/BvZ2nXmIXi</a>
&mdash; CMO Maharashtra (@CMOMaharashtra) <a href="https://twitter.com/CMOMaharashtra/status/2047972764670451898?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">April 25, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Grand launch of 'Goda Te Narmada Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Jal Yatra 2026' by CM Devendra Fadnavis

?Grand launch of 'Goda Te Narmada Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Jal Yatra 2026' organised on the occasion of the 300th birth anniversary year of Punyashlok Rajmata Ahilyadevi Holkar at the hands of CM Devendra Fadnavis.Minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, Minister Girish Mahajan,&hellip; pic.twitter.com/BvZ2nXmIXi
&mdash; CMO Maharashtra (@CMOMaharashtra) April 25, 2026


Mumbai News LIVE Updates | Shivaji Maharaj book row: Bad language by Shiv Sena MLA not acceptable, says Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said the language used by Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad against the publisher of a book on Shivaji Maharaj is not acceptable, emphasising that respect for the Maratha king is universal. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates | Shivaji Maharaj book row: Bad language by Shiv Sena MLA not acceptable, says Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said the language used by Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad against the publisher of a book on Shivaji Maharaj is not acceptable, emphasising that respect for the Maratha king is universal. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: No secret meeting took place with Uddhav Thackeray, says Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday denied meeting Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray, amid reports that two leaders held discussions at the CM's official residence in Mumbai. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: No secret meeting took place with Uddhav Thackeray, says Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday denied meeting Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray, amid reports that two leaders held discussions at the CM's official residence in Mumbai. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: BJP leaders accuse Thane civic body of 'neglect' in managing sewage treatment plant
Local BJP leaders on Saturday alleged neglect by the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) in operating a major Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) in Kopri area. Alleging a glaring gap between the plant's capacity and its performance, they said that despite being designed to handle 120 MLD of wastewater, the plant currently receives only 58 MLD.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: BJP leaders accuse Thane civic body of 'neglect' in managing sewage treatment plant
Local BJP leaders on Saturday alleged neglect by the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) in operating a major Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) in Kopri area. Alleging a glaring gap between the plant's capacity and its performance, they said that despite being designed to handle 120 MLD of wastewater, the plant currently receives only 58 MLD.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Pune Police bust illegal arms racket, arrest three history-sheeters
Pune Police carried out a major crackdown on illegal weapons in the city, arresting three habitual offenders and recovering a country-made pistol, a live cartridge, and a luxury BMW car during a targeted anti-extortion and crime prevention operation. The total value of the seized property is estimated at around Rs 7,40,500, officials said.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Pune Police bust illegal arms racket, arrest three history-sheeters
Pune Police carried out a major crackdown on illegal weapons in the city, arresting three habitual offenders and recovering a country-made pistol, a live cartridge, and a luxury BMW car during a targeted anti-extortion and crime prevention operation. The total value of the seized property is estimated at around Rs 7,40,500, officials said.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates | Power struggle in Baramati: Third generation of Pawar family fuels succession debate
The political landscape in Baramati is witnessing renewed internal churn following a statement by Jay Pawar, the younger son of former NCP chief and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister, late Ajit Pawar, triggering fresh speculation over succession within the influential Pawar family. Jay Pawar on Thursday remarked, "The people of Baramati desire that I contest the 2029 Assembly elections," a comment that has reignited the "brother-versus-brother" narrative within Maharashtra&rsquo;s most prominent political dynasty.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates | Power struggle in Baramati: Third generation of Pawar family fuels succession debate
The political landscape in Baramati is witnessing renewed internal churn following a statement by Jay Pawar, the younger son of former NCP chief and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister, late Ajit Pawar, triggering fresh speculation over succession within the influential Pawar family. Jay Pawar on Thursday remarked, "The people of Baramati desire that I contest the 2029 Assembly elections," a comment that has reignited the "brother-versus-brother" narrative within Maharashtra&rsquo;s most prominent political dynasty.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Party switching for self-interest wrong, says Anna Hazare amid AAP MP row
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Party switching for self-interest wrong, says Anna Hazare amid AAP MP row



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#WATCH | Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra: On Raghav Chadha, along with 2/3 AAP Rajya Sabha MPs joining BJP, Social Activist Anna Hazare says, "Leaving one party and joining another party is not right... Changing political parties for our selfish needs is not the right thing. This is not&hellip; pic.twitter.com/BhJfjfx70h
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Sanjay Raut hits out at BJP, calls politics &lsquo;shameless&rsquo; over defections
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Mumbai | On Raghav Chadha, along with 2/3 AAP Rajya Sabha MPs joining BJP, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut says, "... Everyone knows the politics the BJP is playing. Their politics is a single word, we call it shameless. They have no shame. Because these people, like&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/hJslDdLZDV">pic.twitter.com/hJslDdLZDV</a>
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Sanjay Raut hits out at BJP, calls politics &lsquo;shameless&rsquo; over defections
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#WATCH | Mumbai | On Raghav Chadha, along with 2/3 AAP Rajya Sabha MPs joining BJP, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut says, "... Everyone knows the politics the BJP is playing. Their politics is a single word, we call it shameless. They have no shame. Because these people, like&hellip; pic.twitter.com/hJslDdLZDV
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Farmers living in 'hell' under MahaYuti, says Shiv Sena UBT in Saamana
The Shiv Sena (UBT) on Saturday alleged that despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi&rsquo;s repeated assertions that farmers are the backbone of the nation, ground realities reflect deep distress in the agricultural sector, turning the lives of farmers and farm labourers into what it described as a &ldquo;living hell&rdquo;.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Farmers living in 'hell' under MahaYuti, says Shiv Sena UBT in Saamana
The Shiv Sena (UBT) on Saturday alleged that despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi&rsquo;s repeated assertions that farmers are the backbone of the nation, ground realities reflect deep distress in the agricultural sector, turning the lives of farmers and farm labourers into what it described as a &ldquo;living hell&rdquo;.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Bright, sunny morning in Mumbai
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VIDEO | Bright, sunny morning in Mumbai. Visuals from Marine Drive area.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mumbai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">#Mumbai</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeatherUpdate?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">#WeatherUpdate</a> (Full video available on PTI Videos - <a href="https://t.co/n147TvrpG7">https://t.co/n147TvrpG7</a>) <a href="https://t.co/Q3SExcBXbs">pic.twitter.com/Q3SExcBXbs</a>
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VIDEO | Bright, sunny morning in Mumbai. Visuals from Marine Drive area.#Mumbai #WeatherUpdate(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/Q3SExcBXbs
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates | Chadha, others wouldn't have left AAP had it followed 'right' path: Anna Hazare
Social activist Anna Hazare has said Raghav Chadha and six other Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha members would not have quit the party had it followed the "right" path. "Everyone has the right to hold an opinion in a democracy. They (Chadha and others) must have faced some trouble, which is why they left," Hazare told reporters on Friday in Ahilyanagar district of Maharashtra.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates | Chadha, others wouldn't have left AAP had it followed 'right' path: Anna Hazare
Social activist Anna Hazare has said Raghav Chadha and six other Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha members would not have quit the party had it followed the "right" path. "Everyone has the right to hold an opinion in a democracy. They (Chadha and others) must have faced some trouble, which is why they left," Hazare told reporters on Friday in Ahilyanagar district of Maharashtra.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Thane court acquits man accused of raping minor, says relationship appeared consensual
A special court in Maharashtra's Thane district has acquitted a 28-year-old man accused of raping a minor girl with a promise of marriage, citing that the prosecution had failed to prove that the victim was underage at the time of the offence and the relationship appeared to be consensual.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Thane court acquits man accused of raping minor, says relationship appeared consensual
A special court in Maharashtra's Thane district has acquitted a 28-year-old man accused of raping a minor girl with a promise of marriage, citing that the prosecution had failed to prove that the victim was underage at the time of the offence and the relationship appeared to be consensual.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Contractual teachers hold candlelight march in Nanded over pending demands
Contractual teachers or Shikshan Sevaks staged a candlelight march in Maharashtra's Nanded district to highlight their longstanding demands. Shikshan Sevaks, who work with regular teachers, receive no service security during their three-year tenure. Teachers who took part in the demonstration on Friday evening demanded jobs for one of the family members and financial assistance to the families of deceased Shikshan Sevaks and full service protection benefits.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Contractual teachers hold candlelight march in Nanded over pending demands
Contractual teachers or Shikshan Sevaks staged a candlelight march in Maharashtra's Nanded district to highlight their longstanding demands. Shikshan Sevaks, who work with regular teachers, receive no service security during their three-year tenure. Teachers who took part in the demonstration on Friday evening demanded jobs for one of the family members and financial assistance to the families of deceased Shikshan Sevaks and full service protection benefits.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 13 women rescued in raid at orchestra bar in Bhayandar
The police have raided an orchestra bar and rescued 13 women, including a minor, from the establishment in Maharashtra's Thane district, an official said on Saturday.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 13 women rescued in raid at orchestra bar in Bhayandar
The police have raided an orchestra bar and rescued 13 women, including a minor, from the establishment in Maharashtra's Thane district, an official said on Saturday.

Mumbai News LIVE Update: Man strangles wife over dispute in Thane; arrested
A 32-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly strangling his wife over a dispute at their home in Maharashtra's Thane city, police said on Saturday.

Mumbai News LIVE Update: Man strangles wife over dispute in Thane; arrested
A 32-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly strangling his wife over a dispute at their home in Maharashtra's Thane city, police said on Saturday.

Mumbai News LIVE Update: Sena MLA expresses regret over abusive remarks against publisher
Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad has expressed regret about his abusive remarks against a publisher over a book on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, but maintained that the Maratha emperor should be addressed respectfully in the publication.

Mumbai News LIVE Update: Sena MLA expresses regret over abusive remarks against publisher
Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad has expressed regret about his abusive remarks against a publisher over a book on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, but maintained that the Maratha emperor should be addressed respectfully in the publication.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: IMFL worth Rs 1.25 crore seized in Navi Mumbai; two held
Two persons have been arrested for allegedly smuggling Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) worth Rs 1.25 crore in a truck in Navi Mumbai, an official said on Saturday. Acting on a tip-off, a flying squad of the Maharashtra Excise Department intercepted the vehicle on Thane-Belapur Road around 5.15 pm on Friday, the official said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: IMFL worth Rs 1.25 crore seized in Navi Mumbai; two held
Two persons have been arrested for allegedly smuggling Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) worth Rs 1.25 crore in a truck in Navi Mumbai, an official said on Saturday. Acting on a tip-off, a flying squad of the Maharashtra Excise Department intercepted the vehicle on Thane-Belapur Road around 5.15 pm on Friday, the official said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Rare sea slug spotted at Haji Ali; first record in India
Mumbai has recorded a <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-piyush-goyal-launches-bharat-taxi-app-offers-zero-commission-mudra-loans-rs-5-lakh-insurance-for-drivers-23627266" rel="nofollow">rare marine sighting</a>, with a species of sea slug, Discodorid cebuensis, documented in India for the first time at Haji Ali on April 21, 2026. The species was earlier recorded in the Philippines, making this a significant find for marine researchers. Wildlife enthusiasts Vaibhav Haldipur, Amey Parkar, and Johnson Varkey spotted the sea slug during an outing.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Rare sea slug spotted at Haji Ali; first record in India
Mumbai has recorded a rare marine sighting, with a species of sea slug, Discodorid cebuensis, documented in India for the first time at Haji Ali on April 21, 2026. The species was earlier recorded in the Philippines, making this a significant find for marine researchers. Wildlife enthusiasts Vaibhav Haldipur, Amey Parkar, and Johnson Varkey spotted the sea slug during an outing.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Marathi rule for drivers sparks Shiv Sena&ndash;MNS face-off
What began as a simple language rule is now turning into a <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/politics-news/article/uddhav-thackeray-seeks-immediate-rollout-of-womens-reservation-says-hold-delimitation-23626054" rel="nofollow">political flashpoint</a> in Maharashtra. The government&rsquo;s move to enforce compulsory Marathi rule for auto and taxi drivers has drawn mixed reactions. While Deputy Chief Minister Eknah Shinde-led Shiv Sena has backed the decision, at the same time, the issue has handed fresh ammunition to the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), which is once again pushing its core plank of Marathi pride and identity.&nbsp;
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Marathi rule for drivers sparks Shiv Sena&ndash;MNS face-off
What began as a simple language rule is now turning into a political flashpoint in Maharashtra. The government&rsquo;s move to enforce compulsory Marathi rule for auto and taxi drivers has drawn mixed reactions. While Deputy Chief Minister Eknah Shinde-led Shiv Sena has backed the decision, at the same time, the issue has handed fresh ammunition to the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), which is once again pushing its core plank of Marathi pride and identity.&nbsp;
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 90 per cent scorers seeking CBSE re-test boost
The Central Board declared Std X results last week, with several toppers from Mumbai. However, a striking trend has emerged &mdash; many students scoring above 90 per cent are opting for re-examinations. The new provision allows students to improve scores in up to three subjects.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 90 per cent scorers seeking CBSE re-test boost
The Central Board declared Std X results last week, with several toppers from Mumbai. However, a striking trend has emerged &mdash; many students scoring above 90 per cent are opting for re-examinations. The new provision allows students to improve scores in up to three subjects.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Burn survivor&rsquo;s journey highlights urgent need for skin donation
At a conference in Mumbai, National Burns Centre director Dr Sunil Keswani highlighted a major shortage of cadaveric skin donations, saying the city needs about 150 skin donations a month but currently receives only around 30. He said awareness remains low despite the presence of multiple skin banks, including one in Navi Mumbai

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Burn survivor&rsquo;s journey highlights urgent need for skin donation
At a conference in Mumbai, National Burns Centre director Dr Sunil Keswani highlighted a major shortage of cadaveric skin donations, saying the city needs about 150 skin donations a month but currently receives only around 30. He said awareness remains low despite the presence of multiple skin banks, including one in Navi Mumbai

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Debt-ridden man robs brother&rsquo;s home in Malad, arrested
A house theft case in Malad East took a shocking turn after police arrested a 23-year-old man for allegedly orchestrating a robbery at his own brother&rsquo;s home due to mounting debt. With the help of an accomplice, the accused stole gold and cash worth over Rs 3.38 lakh

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Debt-ridden man robs brother&rsquo;s home in Malad, arrested
A house theft case in Malad East took a shocking turn after police arrested a 23-year-old man for allegedly orchestrating a robbery at his own brother&rsquo;s home due to mounting debt. With the help of an accomplice, the accused stole gold and cash worth over Rs 3.38 lakh

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Deadline extended for Haaji Noorani residents amid relocation concerns
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has extended by a week the deadline for residents of <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/navi-mumbai-65-auto-drivers-booked-in-crackdown-two-vehicles-seized-23627345" rel="nofollow">Haaji Noorani building</a> to vacate their homes and shift to alternative accommodation, offering temporary relief to families struggling to relocate. Earlier, authorities sent eviction notices directing residents to vacate by April 24.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Deadline extended for Haaji Noorani residents amid relocation concerns
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has extended by a week the deadline for residents of Haaji Noorani building to vacate their homes and shift to alternative accommodation, offering temporary relief to families struggling to relocate. Earlier, authorities sent eviction notices directing residents to vacate by April 24.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: &nbsp;A day after seven Rajya Sabha MPs of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) quit and said they were merging with the BJP, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday likened the saffron party to the mythological demon 'Bakasur' with insatiable hunger. We are now closing the LIVE Blog

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Sanjay Raut criticised BJP after seven Rajya Sabha MPs quit Aam Aadmi Party and announced a merger. We are now closing the LIVE Blog

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