In a major crackdown on illegal mining, the Thane tehsildar has ordered FIRs against 108 developers, contractors and landowners and initiated recovery of nearly Rs 118 crore in unpaid penalties for unauthorised mining
A massive fire broke out at a 13-storey residential building in Mumbai’s Vile Parle East on Monday morning, killing a 63-year-old woman and leaving another injured. However, the fire has been exhausted at 1:44 pm
Mumbai’s Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 114 on Monday, placing it in the ‘moderate’ category.
NCP MLC Amol Mitkari has demanded that Maharashtra’s Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Yojana be renamed after late Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, crediting him for launching the welfare scheme that provides monthly financial assistance to eligible women across the state
Campuses across India are preparing for the Campus Bird Count in February, with students, teachers and bird enthusiasts documenting species in courtyards, gardens and campus green spaces as part of a nationwide citizen science initiative
Runners along Mumbai’s Eastern Express Highway have come together to protect the pink trumpet trees that line their daily route, celebrating the blooms while campaigning to save them amid concerns over an upcoming elevated corridor project
The new station upgrade has many surprises in store, including an elevated deck above the platforms and also outside, essentially like a Thane station-like SATIS (Station Area Traffic Improvement Scheme), but connected to an autorickshaw parking area
Citing advice from doctors and experts, he said families should have three children to ensure social balance and long-term demographic stability. He also suggested that marriage between the ages of 19 and 25, contributes to healthier and happier families
Mumbai’s civic politics enters a combative phase as Shiv Sena (UBT) takes the Opposition benches in the BMC after over two decades. Early sparring between to-be mayor Ritu Tawde and MP Sanjay Raut signals intense scrutiny of the BJP–Shinde Sena alliance
BJP MP Ujjwal Nikam praised the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)'s conference in Mumbai emphasising that the organisation is not opposed to any religion, contrary to claims by some
Gorai residents complain of muddy water and supply arriving late at night, while the BMC’s court-approved water tank project shows no visible progress, raising doubts over its future
Night schools in Mumbai are lifelines for domestic workers, gig workers, and delivery staff who return to classrooms after exhausting workdays, driven by pride, self-respect, and hope for a better future
Gorai residents complain of muddy water and supply arriving late at night, while the BMC’s court-approved water tank project shows no visible progress, raising doubts over its future
09 February,2026 08:05 AM IST | Mumbai | Madhulika Ram KavatturNight schools in Mumbai are lifelines for domestic workers, gig workers, and delivery staff who return to classrooms after exhausting workdays, driven by pride, self-respect, and hope for a better future
09 February,2026 07:52 AM IST | Mumbai | Aditi AlurkarDeputy mayor nominee Sanjay Ghadi said Mumbai’s civic leadership must be given more powers to serve citizens better. After winning BMC election 2026, he plans to approach the urban development department for greater delegation to elected representatives
09 February,2026 07:47 AM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev ShivadekarThe city - sliced, diced and served with a dash of sauce
09 February,2026 07:41 AM IST | Mumbai | Team mid-dayMumbai Traffic Police are set to replace failing body-worn cameras that often shut down within minutes. The upgrade aims to improve transparency, accountability, and enforcement for nearly 3,000 traffic officers deployed daily across city roads
09 February,2026 07:16 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirish VaktaniaADVERTISEMENT
A Level-1 fire broke out on the 13th floor of Suvidha Pearl building in Mumbai’s Vile Parle East on Monday morning, leaving one person dead and a woman injured. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined. (Pics/Shadab Khan and Special arrangement)
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09 February,2026 04:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirley Bose
Parbhani district recorded the highest voter participation at 74.89 per cent, while Ratnagiri saw the lowest turnout, with only 55.79 per cent of eligible voters casting their ballots
08 February,2026 11:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The Worli Residents Association has sent a complaint by email to the BMC Commissioner, the Maharashtra urban development department, and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)
08 February,2026 07:09 PM IST | Mumbai | Eshanpriya MS
Following the untimely demise of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra continues to mourn the loss. In view of the prevailing grief, Shiv Sena chief leader and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has appealed that no celebrations or public events be organised on the occasion of his birthday
08 February,2026 06:31 PM IST | Mumbai | 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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