According to preliminary information, the incident was reported at around 9.25 am on January 27 to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s (BMC) Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB)
The protesters claimed they had been living in the area for generations and criticised the administration for demolishing their dwellings on Monday. The agitation was held outside Shinde’s residence late at night
According to the IMD, Mumbai is likely to record a maximum temperature of around 29 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 16 degrees Celsius on Tuesday
The official said prohibitory orders were in force in the area till midnight of January 26, due to which Mahim police had denied permission for Vaidya’s victory rally scheduled on January 18
Thackeray urged chief ministers attending the World Economic Forum in Davos not to get drawn into what he termed a “silly circus” of merely meeting people who are already on their speed dial, but instead to engage meaningfully with the world
The skywalk has been constructed to help people commuting between Bandra Court, Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC), MHADA office and the District Collector’s office, officials said
The programme concluded with a patriotic song performance by playback singer Jagat Varma, which added a cultural and celebratory touch to the Republic Day event
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis unveiled the restored 1937 ‘Turn Table Ladder’ vehicle of the Mumbai Fire Brigade at the BMC headquarters on Republic Day, highlighting the importance of preserving the city’s firefighting heritage and legacy of public service
The event, held simultaneously in schools across all regions of the state, was officially recorded by the World Book of Records, London, an official statement said on Monday
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Republic Day said India is progressing rapidly on the strength of its Constitution and democratic values and is on track to become the world’s third-largest economy, highlighting investments, job creation and welfare schemes
Mumbai Congress chief and Lok Sabha MP Varsha Gaikwad accused the BJP of having a history of insulting Maharashtra’s great leaders and constitutional icons
Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal urged Congress workers to take the national flag to every part of the state. He emphasised that the Tricolour represents the larger idea of India, and noted that many have shed their blood for it
Mumbai Congress chief and Lok Sabha MP Varsha Gaikwad accused the BJP of having a history of insulting Maharashtra’s great leaders and constitutional icons
26 January,2026 06:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMaharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal urged Congress workers to take the national flag to every part of the state. He emphasised that the Tricolour represents the larger idea of India, and noted that many have shed their blood for it
26 January,2026 06:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentShiv Sena ministers have responded sharply to BJP leader Ganesh Naik’s remark suggesting the party could “finish off” Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, calling it unacceptable. Leaders warned of a strong response while highlighting the historic rivalry and recent municipal polls that have strained relations between allies
26 January,2026 05:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWestern Railway celebrated the 77th Republic Day at Mahalaxmi Sports Ground in Mumbai with General Manager Vivek Kumar Gupta unfurling the National Flag, inspecting the ceremonial parade and addressing railway employees and their families
26 January,2026 04:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe celebrations began with the unfurling of the National Flag by the Director of IIT Bombay, Prof. Shireesh Kedare, at the Institute’s Gymkhana Ground. Security staff of IIT Bombay and NCC cadets saluted the National Flag during the ceremony
26 January,2026 04:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Mumbai marked India’s 77th Republic Day with a grand state-level celebration at Shivaji Park, Dadar. The parade featured synchronised drills, a march-past by multiple forces, and cultural performances, drawing large crowds of families and children eager to witness the celebrations and capture the moments (PICS/ASHISH RAJE)
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation marked the 77th Republic Day on January 26 with a flag-hoisting ceremony at its headquarters, followed by a ceremonial drill by civic security and fire brigade personnel, in the presence of Municipal Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani and senior officials
26 January,2026 03:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Reacting to the video, Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Ltd (MMMOCL) shared the video of the actor and warned commuters on X, tagging the actor and such behaviour is not just unsafe but also illegal
26 January,2026 03:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
According to a circular issued by the KDMC Education Department, the celebrations were held in 524 schools within the municipal limits, covering KDMC schools as well as institutions of all mediums and managements
26 January,2026 02:59 PM IST | | mid-day online correspondent
City Engineer Anita Pardeshi, additional municipal commissioners, the municipal secretary, senior officials and staff were present. Personnel from the fire brigade, security forces, local police and MSF contingents participated in a march-past and saluted the national flag
26 January,2026 02:46 PM IST | | mid-day online correspondent
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The owners of a bar at the center of a deadly New Year’s fire at a Swiss ski resort are now under intense scrutiny as investigators launch a criminal probe. The blaze broke out during a packed celebration in Crans-Montana, quickly turning into a deadly flashover that left little time for escape. Police have interviewed the bar’s French owners, examining whether the venue complied with fire safety regulations.
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