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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: No daytime block on Western Railway on August 30
Western Railway said no block will be operated during the daytime on Sunday, August 30. Passengers have been advised to plan their journeys accordingly.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: No daytime block on Western Railway on August 30
Western Railway said no block will be operated during the daytime on Sunday, August 30. Passengers have been advised to plan their journeys accordingly.

<div>Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai local trains: Western Railway announces overnight block, cancellations</div>
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During the August 29-30 overnight block, Fast line trains between Virar and Bhayandar/Borivali will run on Slow lines. Some suburban services will also remain cancelled, with passengers advised to check updates before travelling.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai local trains: Western Railway announces overnight block, cancellations
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During the August 29-30 overnight block, Fast line trains between Virar and Bhayandar/Borivali will run on Slow lines. Some suburban services will also remain cancelled, with passengers advised to check updates before travelling.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai local train update: Western Railway to operate jumbo block on August 29-30
Western Railway, while sharing <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-local-train-updates-central-railway-to-operate-night-blocks-at-titwala-from-august-28-for-15-days-check-details-here-23646623" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Mumbai local train updates</a>, on Friday said that it will undertake a jumbo block between Vasai Road and Bhayandar stations during the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday, August 29-30, 2026.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai local train update: Western Railway to operate jumbo block on August 29-30
Western Railway, while sharing Mumbai local train updates, on Friday said that it will undertake a jumbo block between Vasai Road and Bhayandar stations during the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday, August 29-30, 2026.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Cockroach infestation, unhygienic kitchens found at Mumbai eateries
FDA inspections found cockroach infestations, uncovered food, rusted utensils and poor hygiene at the establishments. Officials also flagged the risk of cross-contamination between vegetarian and non-vegetarian food.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Cockroach infestation, unhygienic kitchens found at Mumbai eateries
FDA inspections found cockroach infestations, uncovered food, rusted utensils and poor hygiene at the establishments. Officials also flagged the risk of cross-contamination between vegetarian and non-vegetarian food.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai FDA suspends licences of four eateries
The FDA suspended the licences or registrations of four food establishments following inspections that found serious hygiene and food safety violations, officials said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai FDA suspends licences of four eateries
The FDA suspended the licences or registrations of four food establishments following inspections that found serious hygiene and food safety violations, officials said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai FDA suspends licences of four food establishments over safety violations
The <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/fda-plans-12-month-festival-calendar-to-crack-down-on-food-adulteration-in-mumbai-23646836" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) </a>has suspended the licences or registrations of four food establishments in Mumbai after inspections found serious food safety and hygiene violations, including excessive use of artificial colours and monosodium glutamate (MSG), cockroach infestation, and unhygienic food storage.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai FDA suspends licences of four food establishments over safety violations
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the licences or registrations of four food establishments in Mumbai after inspections found serious food safety and hygiene violations, including excessive use of artificial colours and monosodium glutamate (MSG), cockroach infestation, and unhygienic food storage.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Teacher alleges YouTube video used his photo to damage reputation
Tawde told police that his photograph was allegedly taken from Facebook and used alongside the mayor’s image in the video. He alleged that the creator failed to verify the information and falsely portrayed him as the mayor’s husband, damaging his reputation.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Teacher alleges YouTube video used his photo to damage reputation
Tawde told police that his photograph was allegedly taken from Facebook and used alongside the mayor&rsquo;s image in the video. He alleged that the creator failed to verify the information and falsely portrayed him as the mayor&rsquo;s husband, damaging his reputation.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: YouTube video allegedly uses teacher’s photo to falsely identify him as Mayor Ritu Tawde’s husband
According to the police, on the night of August 26, a woman living in the same building sent Tawde a YouTube link through WhatsApp. When he opened the link, he allegedly found a Shorts video on a channel named gk-shorts-videos carrying a purported biography of a person identified as “Rajesh Tawde”, described in the video as the husband of politician Ritu Tawde. The video allegedly displayed Tawde's photograph alongside a photograph of the <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-mayor-ritu-tawde-inspects-jogeshwari-trauma-hospital-orders-key-service-improvements-23645690" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Mumbai Mayor</a>.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: YouTube video allegedly uses teacher&rsquo;s photo to falsely identify him as Mayor Ritu Tawde&rsquo;s husband
According to the police, on the night of August 26, a woman living in the same building sent Tawde a YouTube link through WhatsApp. When he opened the link, he allegedly found a Shorts video on a channel named gk-shorts-videos carrying a purported biography of a person identified as &ldquo;Rajesh Tawde&rdquo;, described in the video as the husband of politician Ritu Tawde. The video allegedly displayed Tawde's photograph alongside a photograph of the Mumbai Mayor.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Teacher approaches police after photo allegedly used to falsely portray him as Mumbai Mayor’s husband
A 55-year-old photography teacher from Lalbaug area has approached the police after an unidentified person allegedly used his photograph in a YouTube Shorts video and falsely portrayed him as the husband of <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-mayor-ritu-tawde-helps-mother-and-newborn-reach-home-after-transport-wait-in-heavy-rain-23647130" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde</a>.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Teacher approaches police after photo allegedly used to falsely portray him as Mumbai Mayor&rsquo;s husband
A 55-year-old photography teacher from Lalbaug area has approached the police after an unidentified person allegedly used his photograph in a YouTube Shorts video and falsely portrayed him as the husband of Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Disha Salian case: Lawyer alleges police probe lacked proper legal procedure
 Advocate Nilesh Ojha claimed that an FIR must be registered before investigating an alleged offence or identifying a suspect. He said authorities could not cite a legal provision when questioned by the court, which he argued indicated procedural lapses in the probe.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Disha Salian case: Lawyer alleges police probe lacked proper legal procedure
Advocate Nilesh Ojha claimed that an FIR must be registered before investigating an alleged offence or identifying a suspect. He said authorities could not cite a legal provision when questioned by the court, which he argued indicated procedural lapses in the probe.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Disha Salian case: Lawyer questions police probe into alleged rape, murder
Advocate Nilesh Ojha said the court questioned the legal basis of the police investigation into Disha Salian’s death. He argued that allegations of gang rape and murder could not be probed under Section 174 of the CrPC, which deals with certain unnatural or suspicious deaths.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Disha Salian case: Lawyer questions police probe into alleged rape, murder
Advocate Nilesh Ojha said the court questioned the legal basis of the police investigation into Disha Salian&rsquo;s death. He argued that allegations of gang rape and murder could not be probed under Section 174 of the CrPC, which deals with certain unnatural or suspicious deaths.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Disha Salian death case: Mumbai court raises questions over police probe, says lawyer
Advocate Nilesh Ojha, representing <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/disha-salian-case-bombay-high-court-raises-questions-over-police-probe-and-postmortem-findings-23642985" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Disha Salian's father Satish Salian</a>, on Friday said that the Mumbai court raised several questions about the police investigation into her death, reported the ANI.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Disha Salian death case: Mumbai court raises questions over police probe, says lawyer
Advocate Nilesh Ojha, representing Disha Salian's father Satish Salian, on Friday said that the Mumbai court raised several questions about the police investigation into her death, reported the ANI.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Video shows damaged dumper, collapsed barrier on Mrinaltai Gore flyover
A video of the incident circulating in several social media groups shows the damaged dumper on the flyover and the collapsed portion of the barrier. The footage appears to show that the vehicle may have lost control near a sharp curve on the flyover before crashing into the barrier.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Video shows damaged dumper, collapsed barrier on Mrinaltai Gore flyover
A video of the incident circulating in several social media groups shows the damaged dumper on the flyover and the collapsed portion of the barrier. The footage appears to show that the vehicle may have lost control near a sharp curve on the flyover before crashing into the barrier.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Motorist recounts dumper crash that sent flyover barrier crashing onto SV Road
A local motorist from Lokhandwala, who was travelling on the westbound stretch of the flyover towards the Relief Road, said the incident took place between 1.30 pm and 2 pm. “While travelling on the westbound stretch of the Mrinaltai Gore flyover extension, I witnessed a heavy vehicle, which appeared to have lost control on a sharp turn, ram into the wall and vision barrier on the left. A portion of the barrier then collapsed onto <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/photo/in-photos-mrinaltai-gore-flyover-extension-in-goregaon-nears-completion-111368/3" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">SV Road </a>below. Fortunately, I was told that no one was injured,” he said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Motorist recounts dumper crash that sent flyover barrier crashing onto SV Road
A local motorist from Lokhandwala, who was travelling on the westbound stretch of the flyover towards the Relief Road, said the incident took place between 1.30 pm and 2 pm. &ldquo;While travelling on the westbound stretch of the Mrinaltai Gore flyover extension, I witnessed a heavy vehicle, which appeared to have lost control on a sharp turn, ram into the wall and vision barrier on the left. A portion of the barrier then collapsed onto SV Road below. Fortunately, I was told that no one was injured,&rdquo; he said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Dumper rams Mrinaltai Gore flyover, barrier collapses onto SV Road in Oshiwara
A major mishap was averted on Friday after a portion of the vision barrier on the<a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mrinaltai-gore-flyover-experts-heap-scorn-on-bmc-over-rough-surface-of-goregaon-flyover-arm-23634284" target="_blank" rel="none noopener"> Mrinaltai Gore flyover's extension arm</a> collapsed onto SV Road below. The incident allegedly occurred after a dumper rammed into the flyover wall and barrier on a sharp curve on the flyover arm towards the relief road in Oshiwara.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Dumper rams Mrinaltai Gore flyover, barrier collapses onto SV Road in Oshiwara
A major mishap was averted on Friday after a portion of the vision barrier on the Mrinaltai Gore flyover's extension arm collapsed onto SV Road below. The incident allegedly occurred after a dumper rammed into the flyover wall and barrier on a sharp curve on the flyover arm towards the relief road in Oshiwara.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Jarange urges Marathas to gather at Antarwali Sarati over Kunbi certificate issues
Jarange Patil urged the Maratha community to gather in large numbers at Antarwali Sarati over Kunbi certificate issues. He asked those with identified Kunbi records, rejected applications and pending job appointments to bring their documents.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Jarange urges Marathas to gather at Antarwali Sarati over Kunbi certificate issues
Jarange Patil urged the Maratha community to gather in large numbers at Antarwali Sarati over Kunbi certificate issues. He asked those with identified Kunbi records, rejected applications and pending job appointments to bring their documents.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Jarange warns of six-crore Maratha march to Mumbai over Kunbi certificates
Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil warned of a six-crore Maratha march to Mumbai in five phases if the demand for Kunbi caste certificates is not met. He also criticised CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde and Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Jarange warns of six-crore Maratha march to Mumbai over Kunbi certificates
Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil warned of a six-crore Maratha march to Mumbai in five phases if the demand for Kunbi caste certificates is not met. He also criticised CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde and Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Manoj Jarange Patil attacks Maharashtra government ahead of hunger strike
On the eve of his proposed indefinite hunger strike starting Monday, Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil on Friday launched a scathing attack on the <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/maratha-quota-activist-manoj-jarange-sets-august-28-deadline-announces-hunger-strike-from-august-29-23646406" rel="nofollow">Maharashtra state government</a>.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Manoj Jarange Patil attacks Maharashtra government ahead of hunger strike
On the eve of his proposed indefinite hunger strike starting Monday, Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil on Friday launched a scathing attack on the Maharashtra state government.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Retired official flags lack of clarity over ‘working knowledge’
A retired Transport Department official questioned the way the requirement had been framed, saying the amended rules did not clearly define what constitutes “working knowledge” of Marathi. He said the ambiguity could leave drivers vulnerable to financial exploitation. A senior RTO official said flying squads had been heavily engaged in the enforcement drive launched in recent days. The official said officers would otherwise have faced a significant additional workload dealing with cases against drivers who failed the language requirement.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Retired official flags lack of clarity over &lsquo;working knowledge&rsquo;
A retired Transport Department official questioned the way the requirement had been framed, saying the amended rules did not clearly define what constitutes &ldquo;working knowledge&rdquo; of Marathi. He said the ambiguity could leave drivers vulnerable to financial exploitation. A senior RTO official said flying squads had been heavily engaged in the enforcement drive launched in recent days. The official said officers would otherwise have faced a significant additional workload dealing with cases against drivers who failed the language requirement.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Unions promise to help drivers learn Marathi
Singh said taxi unions would make arrangements to help drivers learn the language. He said many drivers already understand Marathi and would now work towards acquiring the required proficiency within the extended period. Seva Sarathi Taxi Rickshaw Transport Union leader DM Gosavi said members were happy with the decision because they would not immediately risk losing their livelihoods. The union has already started classrooms to teach Marathi.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Unions promise to help drivers learn Marathi
Singh said taxi unions would make arrangements to help drivers learn the language. He said many drivers already understand Marathi and would now work towards acquiring the required proficiency within the extended period. Seva Sarathi Taxi Rickshaw Transport Union leader DM Gosavi said members were happy with the decision because they would not immediately risk losing their livelihoods. The union has already started classrooms to teach Marathi.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Earlier deadline had been August 15
The Maharashtra government had announced in April that non-Marathi drivers would have to learn basic Marathi and had set August 15 as the deadline. Marathi classes were organised to help drivers meet the requirement. Mumbai Taximen's Association leader Prem Singh said the one-year extension would provide sufficient time for drivers to acquire working knowledge of Marathi. He noted that many taxi drivers are over 60 and found the earlier deadline difficult to meet.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Earlier deadline had been August 15
The Maharashtra government had announced in April that non-Marathi drivers would have to learn basic Marathi and had set August 15 as the deadline. Marathi classes were organised to help drivers meet the requirement. Mumbai Taximen's Association leader Prem Singh said the one-year extension would provide sufficient time for drivers to acquire working knowledge of Marathi. He noted that many taxi drivers are over 60 and found the earlier deadline difficult to meet.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Around 20,000 drivers receive Marathi course certificates
The announcement came a day after Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde handed certificates to around 20,000 autorickshaw and taxi drivers who had completed a Marathi language course in Mumbai.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Around 20,000 drivers receive Marathi course certificates
The announcement came a day after Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde handed certificates to around 20,000 autorickshaw and taxi drivers who had completed a Marathi language course in Mumbai.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Fadnavis announces extension after meeting driver delegation
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced the one-year extension after a delegation of taxi and autorickshaw representatives met him at Sahyadri Guest House on Thursday. The move halts immediate action against non-Marathi drivers.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Fadnavis announces extension after meeting driver delegation
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced the one-year extension after a delegation of taxi and autorickshaw representatives met him at Sahyadri Guest House on Thursday. The move halts immediate action against non-Marathi drivers.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Taxi, auto unions welcome one-year Marathi extension
Autorickshaw and taxi unions in Maharashtra have welcomed the state government's decision to give drivers one year to acquire working knowledge of Marathi, saying the extension removes the immediate threat to their livelihoods.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Taxi, auto unions welcome one-year Marathi extension
Autorickshaw and taxi unions in Maharashtra have welcomed the state government's decision to give drivers one year to acquire working knowledge of Marathi, saying the extension removes the immediate threat to their livelihoods.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Motorists respond positively to awareness drive
According to the traffic police, motorists responded positively to the initiative. Officials said the unusual approach helped them communicate the importance of road safety while reinforcing the significance of protective gear such as helmets. The Raksha Bandhan initiative aimed to reinforce traffic discipline without relying solely on penalties. By combining counselling, rakhis and free helmets, Thane Traffic Police sought to encourage motorists to follow rules and stay safe.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Motorists respond positively to awareness drive
According to the traffic police, motorists responded positively to the initiative. Officials said the unusual approach helped them communicate the importance of road safety while reinforcing the significance of protective gear such as helmets. The Raksha Bandhan initiative aimed to reinforce traffic discipline without relying solely on penalties. By combining counselling, rakhis and free helmets, Thane Traffic Police sought to encourage motorists to follow rules and stay safe.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Raksha Bandhan message used to promote safe driving
DCP Pankaj Shirsat said the message of love and protection associated with Raksha Bandhan was used to encourage motorists to prioritise road safety. He said explaining traffic rules with affection could sometimes have a more positive impact than creating fear through punishment. Traffic officials stressed that following traffic rules and protecting oneself on the road is also a responsibility towards one's family. The campaign sought to make motorists reflect on the consequences of unsafe driving.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Raksha Bandhan message used to promote safe driving
DCP Pankaj Shirsat said the message of love and protection associated with Raksha Bandhan was used to encourage motorists to prioritise road safety. He said explaining traffic rules with affection could sometimes have a more positive impact than creating fear through punishment. Traffic officials stressed that following traffic rules and protecting oneself on the road is also a responsibility towards one's family. The campaign sought to make motorists reflect on the consequences of unsafe driving.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Women traffic officials participate in drive
ACP Anjali Bhoi, Police Inspector Rohini Sonar of the Thane Nagar Traffic Division and Police Inspector Gauri More of the Naupada Traffic Division were among the officials present. Several women traffic personnel also participated.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Women traffic officials participate in drive
ACP Anjali Bhoi, Police Inspector Rohini Sonar of the Thane Nagar Traffic Division and Police Inspector Gauri More of the Naupada Traffic Division were among the officials present. Several women traffic personnel also participated.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Traffic personnel counsel motorists on road safety
Instead of immediately issuing fines, traffic personnel interacted with motorists and explained the importance of following traffic rules. The drive focused on creating awareness and encouraging citizens to take greater responsibility for their safety. The initiative was conducted under the guidance of Thane City Traffic DCP Pankaj Shirsat and on the instructions of Thane Police Commissioner Ashutosh Dumbre and Joint Commissioner of Police Dr Dnyaneshwar Chavan.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Traffic personnel counsel motorists on road safety
Instead of immediately issuing fines, traffic personnel interacted with motorists and explained the importance of following traffic rules. The drive focused on creating awareness and encouraging citizens to take greater responsibility for their safety. The initiative was conducted under the guidance of Thane City Traffic DCP Pankaj Shirsat and on the instructions of Thane Police Commissioner Ashutosh Dumbre and Joint Commissioner of Police Dr Dnyaneshwar Chavan.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Free helmets distributed to some two-wheeler riders
Two-wheeler riders found travelling without helmets were counselled about the dangers of riding without protective headgear. Some of the riders were subsequently provided free helmets by women traffic police personnel.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Free helmets distributed to some two-wheeler riders
Two-wheeler riders found travelling without helmets were counselled about the dangers of riding without protective headgear. Some of the riders were subsequently provided free helmets by women traffic police personnel.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Rakhis tied to motorists at Teen Hath Naka
The initiative was conducted at the Teen Hath Naka junction on Thursday. Women traffic police personnel tied rakhis on the wrists of motorists stopped for traffic violations, using the festival's message of love and protection to promote responsible driving.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Rakhis tied to motorists at Teen Hath Naka
The initiative was conducted at the Teen Hath Naka junction on Thursday. Women traffic police personnel tied rakhis on the wrists of motorists stopped for traffic violations, using the festival's message of love and protection to promote responsible driving.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Thane cops choose awareness over punishment on Raksha Bandhan
In a unique road safety initiative, Thane Traffic Police chose counselling over immediate punishment for motorists violating traffic rules on the eve of Raksha Bandhan. Personnel tied rakhis on violators and spoke to them about safe driving.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Thane cops choose awareness over punishment on Raksha Bandhan
In a unique road safety initiative, Thane Traffic Police chose counselling over immediate punishment for motorists violating traffic rules on the eve of Raksha Bandhan. Personnel tied rakhis on violators and spoke to them about safe driving.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Sarnaik reiterates government’s position
Sarnaik said the extension was granted specifically in relation to the Marathi language requirement and was not intended to exempt anyone from legal action. He reiterated that drivers are expected to use the additional year to become proficient in Marathi.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Sarnaik reiterates government&rsquo;s position
Sarnaik said the extension was granted specifically in relation to the Marathi language requirement and was not intended to exempt anyone from legal action. He reiterated that drivers are expected to use the additional year to become proficient in Marathi.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: One-year extension aimed at giving drivers time to comply
The government has maintained that the one-year period is meant to give public transport drivers sufficient time to learn Marathi and comply with the requirement. Sarnaik reiterated that the move should not be viewed as an attempt to affect employment. The language requirement continues to generate discussion among taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers, particularly over the balance between language proficiency and employment concerns. The government has defended the policy while assuring that livelihoods will not be targeted.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;One-year extension aimed at giving drivers time to comply
The government has maintained that the one-year period is meant to give public transport drivers sufficient time to learn Marathi and comply with the requirement. Sarnaik reiterated that the move should not be viewed as an attempt to affect employment. The language requirement continues to generate discussion among taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers, particularly over the balance between language proficiency and employment concerns. The government has defended the policy while assuring that livelihoods will not be targeted.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Taxi, auto drivers give mixed response
Taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers have reacted differently to the decision. While some have welcomed the additional time given to learn Marathi, others have questioned why language proficiency should be mandatory for people working in the transport sector. Drivers have also raised questions about whether the requirement will be applied uniformly across different categories of public transport services. The extent of proficiency expected from drivers is another issue awaiting clarification.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Taxi, auto drivers give mixed response
Taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers have reacted differently to the decision. While some have welcomed the additional time given to learn Marathi, others have questioned why language proficiency should be mandatory for people working in the transport sector. Drivers have also raised questions about whether the requirement will be applied uniformly across different categories of public transport services. The extent of proficiency expected from drivers is another issue awaiting clarification.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Implementation details remain under discussion
The government has granted drivers one year to meet the Marathi language requirement, but questions remain over how proficiency will be assessed and what standards drivers will have to meet. Further details on implementation are expected to be clarified.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Implementation details remain under discussion
The government has granted drivers one year to meet the Marathi language requirement, but questions remain over how proficiency will be assessed and what standards drivers will have to meet. Further details on implementation are expected to be clarified.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Drivers expected to become proficient in Marathi
According to Sarnaik, drivers are expected to develop more than a basic understanding of Marathi during the one-year period. He said they should be able to communicate fluently with others rather than merely know a few words.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Drivers expected to become proficient in Marathi
According to Sarnaik, drivers are expected to develop more than a basic understanding of Marathi during the one-year period. He said they should be able to communicate fluently with others rather than merely know a few words.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Minister explains rationale behind Marathi requirement
Sarnaik said people working in Maharashtra should develop an affinity for the state's culture and be able to communicate effectively in Marathi. He said the one-year period has been provided to help drivers meet the language requirement.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Minister explains rationale behind Marathi requirement
Sarnaik said people working in Maharashtra should develop an affinity for the state's culture and be able to communicate effectively in Marathi. He said the one-year period has been provided to help drivers meet the language requirement.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Sarnaik says government does not want to affect livelihoods
Sarnaik said the decision taken by the Chief Minister and the Mahayuti government is binding on the Transport Department. He stressed that the government does not intend to take away the livelihood of taxi, auto-rickshaw or other public transport drivers.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Sarnaik says government does not want to affect livelihoods
Sarnaik said the decision taken by the Chief Minister and the Mahayuti government is binding on the Transport Department. He stressed that the government does not intend to take away the livelihood of taxi, auto-rickshaw or other public transport drivers.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra gives transport drivers one year to learn Marathi
Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik said public transport drivers will get one year to learn and become proficient in Marathi. The government has said the decision is not intended to deprive anyone of their livelihood.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Maharashtra gives transport drivers one year to learn Marathi
Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik said public transport drivers will get one year to learn and become proficient in Marathi. The government has said the decision is not intended to deprive anyone of their livelihood.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: BMC Rakhi exhibition promotes women’s SHGs, showcases creativity of special school students
The objective of the initiative was to create a market for products made by women’s self-help groups while giving students from <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-boy-with-rare-sspe-left-bedridden-as-family-seeks-government-support-and-medical-aid-23645085" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">BMC’s special schools</a> a platform to showcase their creativity. The exhibition was organised under the guidance of Education Committee chairperson Rajeshree Shirwadkar, on the initiative and planning of Women and Child Welfare Committee chairperson Meenal Turde.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: BMC Rakhi exhibition promotes women&rsquo;s SHGs, showcases creativity of special school students
The objective of the initiative was to create a market for products made by women&rsquo;s self-help groups while giving students from BMC&rsquo;s special schools a platform to showcase their creativity. The exhibition was organised under the guidance of Education Committee chairperson Rajeshree Shirwadkar, on the initiative and planning of Women and Child Welfare Committee chairperson Meenal Turde.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 2,052 handmade rakhis sold at BMC exhibition, ₹51,190 raised for civic school students with disabilities
A total of 2052 rakhis were sold, with total earnings made from the two-day sale standing at '51,190. The exhibition encouraged their talent, and the sales proceeds were given to the “divyang kids” of the civic schools.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 2,052 handmade rakhis sold at BMC exhibition, ₹51,190 raised for civic school students with disabilities
A total of 2052 rakhis were sold, with total earnings made from the two-day sale standing at '51,190. The exhibition encouraged their talent, and the sales proceeds were given to the &ldquo;divyang kids&rdquo; of the civic schools.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: BMC’s special Rakhi exhibition gets enthusiastic response from Mumbai residents
Mumbai residents gave an enthusiastic response to a “special rakhi exhibition” organised by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) ahead of <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/raksha-bandhan-pune-man-gets-new-lease-of-life-after-sister-donates-kidney-23647057" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Raksha Bandhan. </a>All the rakhis that were sold during the two-day sale at the BMC headquarters and administrative ward offices were handmade by civic school students with disabilities and women's self-help groups.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: BMC&rsquo;s special Rakhi exhibition gets enthusiastic response from Mumbai residents
Mumbai residents gave an enthusiastic response to a &ldquo;special rakhi exhibition&rdquo; organised by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) ahead of Raksha Bandhan. All the rakhis that were sold during the two-day sale at the BMC headquarters and administrative ward offices were handmade by civic school students with disabilities and women's self-help groups.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:  Doctor rescued from Sion tower after losing consciousness, revived with CPR
Navurkar was in critical condition when he was brought down, with his breathing appearing to have stopped. Security personnel administered CPR, reviving him before he was shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, officials said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp; Doctor rescued from Sion tower after losing consciousness, revived with CPR
Navurkar was in critical condition when he was brought down, with his breathing appearing to have stopped. Security personnel administered CPR, reviving him before he was shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, officials said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Doctor climbs 100-ft Sion tower seeking reinstatement after job dismissal
The drama unfolded around 7.45 am. As per the preliminary probe, Navurkar was aggrieved over being dismissed from his job for failing to submit a mandatory medical certificate on time. Alleging injustice, he climbed the top of a tower of around 100 feet to demand reinstatement and action against those responsible.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Doctor climbs 100-ft Sion tower seeking reinstatement after job dismissal
The drama unfolded around 7.45 am. As per the preliminary probe, Navurkar was aggrieved over being dismissed from his job for failing to submit a mandatory medical certificate on time. Alleging injustice, he climbed the top of a tower of around 100 feet to demand reinstatement and action against those responsible.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Western Railway, while sharing <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-local-train-updates-central-railway-to-operate-night-blocks-at-titwala-from-august-28-for-15-days-check-details-here-23646623" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Mumbai local train updates</a>, on Friday said that it will undertake a jumbo block between Vasai Road and Bhayandar stations during the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday, August 29-30, 2026. Thank you for following our live coverage today. This live blog is now closed

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Western Railway on Friday said that it will undertake a jumbo block between Vasai Road and Bhayandar station

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