Acting on specific intelligence, DRI officers intercepted a truck at Bhagimahari Toll Plaza near Nagpur on National Highway-47. A thorough search led to the recovery of 522.138 kg of weed concealed beneath cover cargo of coolers, table fans, and blankets
According to the complaint, the couple was introduced to Karle in December 2024, and the latter claimed to possess 5,000 unlisted shares of NSDL and 3,000 of NSC (National Stock Exchange), luring them to purchase the shares, claiming they would soon be listed
The 43-year-old Thane businessman, a resident of Wagle Estate in Maharashtra's Thane city, came across an advertisement on a social media platform in June last year, offering high returns on investments in IPOs and shares
Posing as auction buyers, accused dismantled functioning RMU with gas cutter; system tripped automatically, averting electrocution; the trio was unaware that the unit was active and carrying high-intensity current
According to the police, the fraudsters sent a fake APK mobile application to the 27-year-old naval employee posted at the Naval Dockyard in Colaba, gaining unauthorised access to his mobile phone and misusing his credit cards
A dispute over pending dues of Rs 35 for cigarettes leads man to pour petrol over friend’s uncle and set him ablaze; victim in hospital; Paan shopowner says his 44-year-old relative was attacked because he dared to intervene amid confrontation
A 43-year-old man who was assaulting an elderly man in Worli was beaten to death by his close friend following a heated argument over the issue
After the accused gained the victim's confidence by promising lucrative profits in cryptocurrency trading, he deposited large sums into the specified accounts through various websites between May 2024 and December 2025
The operation carried out by the Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) of Navi Mumbai began at 7 am on Friday within the jurisdiction of Kharghar police station, officials said
During a state-wise review of complaints registered on the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal, police observed that a significant number of missing devices were being traced to Uttar Pradesh
On January 2, the bank manager received a call from a man who identified himself as Naresh Rajput of one Vinayak Builders and said he was interested in placing a Rs 2 crore fixed deposit and sought assistance with an RTGS transfer, the Bhayander police station official informed
Reply to RTI application exposes Titwala land scam; Dadar cops register FIR against two; the accused allegedly assured him that a house would be constructed and the land would later be transferred in his name
On January 2, the bank manager received a call from a man who identified himself as Naresh Rajput of one Vinayak Builders and said he was interested in placing a Rs 2 crore fixed deposit and sought assistance with an RTGS transfer, the Bhayander police station official informed
10 January,2026 03:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentReply to RTI application exposes Titwala land scam; Dadar cops register FIR against two; the accused allegedly assured him that a house would be constructed and the land would later be transferred in his name
10 January,2026 08:18 AM IST | Mumbai | Aishwarya IyerAccording to the police, the crime occurred on January 6 last year, when 36-year-old man and his nephew were travelling on a scooter carrying gold jewellery worth Rs 47.27 lakh
09 January,2026 09:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe police recovered a large quantity of gold and diamond jewellery, Rs 35,000, groceries worth Rs 19,799 allegedly purchased using the proceeds of the theft, and two mobile phones costing Rs 18,000. The total value of the seized property is Rs 72,77,854
09 January,2026 08:26 PM IST | Mumbai | Aishwarya IyerThe candidate, Pramod Narvekar, is contesting the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections from Ward No. 87, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Vakola police station, an official said
09 January,2026 06:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
A habitual offender in Mumbai allegedly used Sunny Deol’s “Sorry bol” dialogue to distract pedestrians and snatch gold chains on busy streets. (Illustrations: Uday Mohite)
Acting on confidential information, the office of the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone 7) received inputs that government-banned products were being transported in small vehicles and stored on vacant land near the old toll plaza close to the Paroli toll plaza in Mulund East
09 January,2026 01:22 PM IST | Mumbai | Aishwarya Iyer
A 36-year-old man was arrested in Mumbai's Malvani area for allegedly molesting seven minor schoolgirls aged 14-15 after luring them with the promise of a car ride. Police swiftly registered a case under the POCSO Act and relevant BNS sections, arrested the accused within hours, and are investigating whether he was involved in similar incidents.
09 January,2026 11:08 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Despite two failed Bihar searches and no technical clues, investigators revived the case by tracing borrowed mobile logins, triggering rapid movements across Assam and TN
09 January,2026 08:52 AM IST | Mumbai | Anish Patil
Duo who assaulted, stole fisherman’s gold arrested from Gujarat
08 January,2026 09:32 AM IST | Mumbai | Anish Patil
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Malad Police have apprehended a repeat offender involved in a string of thefts across western Mumbai—specifically in Malad, Borivali, Kandivali, and Dindoshi. The suspect, known for his elaborate disguises and use of masks and gloves mainly targeted housing societies located near special transport vehicles. Further investigation showed that the stolen funds were used to buy farmland in his hometown, secure property in Mumbai, and accumulate a sizeable bank balance. Police have now seized assets worth nearly Rs 35 lakh believed to be acquired through his illegal activities.
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