From top Mumbai businesses to daily wage labourers and fast food vendors, mid-day takes a reality check on how the West Asia conflict is hampering businesses in the country’s financial capital
According to the claim petition, the victim, Jitendra Laxman Singh, was riding a motorcycle with a friend near Thane on May 30, 2020, when a tipper truck coming from the wrong side hit the two-wheeler
Almost two decades later, Patra Chawl residents refuse ‘unsafe’ flats allotted to them by MHADA as High Court sets April 2 cutoff; rent stopped from April 1
Civic officials credited the use of Artificial Intelligence-based calling systems and data analytics to identify and target tax defaulters in Maharashtra civic bodies
The petition has been filed by advocate Syed Ejaz Abbas Naqvi, who has challenged the Government Resolution issued on February 17 by the state’s Social Justice and Special Aid Department
According to officials from the state Home Department, a recent high-level security review revealed that the espionage network had infiltrated at least five high-security sites across Maharashtra
Speaking to reporters, Sanjay Raut claimed that there is a shortage of LPG cylinders in India and warned that the situation could continue. He alleged that the Union government was not being truthful about the availability of cooking gas
On Thursday, the IMD has placed multiple districts under an orange alert, indicating the likelihood of severe weather conditions that may disrupt normal life
The incident took place at a lake in the Mogarpada locality. The boy had gone to the lake with his friends and entered the water for a swim, during which he drowned, police said
Rail technical team conducting trials to ensure SGNP’s toy train functions without issues this time around
Officials stated that out of a total of 2.43 crore accounts, nearly 68 lakh were deactivated due to non-compliance, bringing the number of active beneficiaries down to approximately 1.75 crore
The IMD has issued an orange alert for districts in Maharashtra including Dhule, Nashik, Jalgaon, Nandurbar, Pune, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna and Beed
Officials stated that out of a total of 2.43 crore accounts, nearly 68 lakh were deactivated due to non-compliance, bringing the number of active beneficiaries down to approximately 1.75 crore
02 April,2026 12:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe IMD has issued an orange alert for districts in Maharashtra including Dhule, Nashik, Jalgaon, Nandurbar, Pune, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna and Beed
02 April,2026 11:34 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAccording to officials, a rationing inspector noticed a suspiciously parked tempo near a public toilet in Gautam Nagar, close to the Deonar slaughterhouse. Acting on suspicion, the accused was summoned and asked to open the vehicle
02 April,2026 10:52 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFirst recorded sighting of species at the sanctuary since 2005, and the first reported presence in Maharashtra since 2013
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As temperatures and humidity levels rise in Mumbai, daily life adapts to the heat. From roadside refreshments to quick breaks and sea dips, Mumbaikars find simple ways to stay cool amid the sweltering weather. (Pics/ Ashish Raje, Satej Shinde and Sayyed Sameer Abedi)
The Supreme Court of India has warned against unapproved stem cell therapy for autism, allowing it only in approved clinical trials, and urged action against misleading claims, while experts recommend supportive therapies as effective alternatives
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Cabinet meet chaired by CM clears proposal to increase monthly scholarships; assistance in previous scheme ranged only up to Rs 200
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Driver loses newly bought vehicle in Ghatkopar bridge fire that gutted 11 rickshaws; investigation points to garbage dump spark
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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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