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17 robbers acquitted due to police lapses

The special Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) court of the Thane sessions court has acquitted a gang of 17 habitual robbers known for committing organised robberies due to police lapses.

Woman killed while crossing Bhiwandi road

A 63-year-old woman who was crossing the road died after being mowed down by a private bus in the Gulzarnagar area of Bhiwandi on Monday at around 2pm when the bus was heading from Gukzar Nagar to Bhiwandi.

For cop's wrongful arrest, state to pay ₹2L compensation

President's medal awardee cop arrested in 2013 for destroying evidence in a 2009 murder case he investigated

Hike in steel robberies during conveyance on h'ways; mafia blamed

Steel traders of Navi Mumbai have alleged an increase in highway robberies of steel during transportation that has been causing heavy losses to them.

Greens move NGT to save open space and trees at Pawane

Pleading to save a designated open space with a green patch of over 200 trees from being permitted for commercial development in a chemical zone at Pawane in Navi Mumbai, an environmental group has moved the National Green Tribunal (NGT).

Rise in respiratory ailments as pollution rises, temp drops

As Mumbai experiences a dip in temperatures, hospitals across the city are witnessing a surge in respiratory ailments, exacerbated by high levels of air pollution.

City sees this year's 55th cadaver organ donation

The family of a 47-year-old man from Ghatkopar, who was declared brain dead at Dr LH Hiranandani Hospital, donated his lungs and kidneys on Monday.

Pop star priest to ignite youth

Australian \"pop star priest\", Father Rob Galea, will perform in Mumbai this weekend as part of a prayer festival at the centuries-old St Anthony's Church in Malwani, Malad, to raise funds for its restoration and expansion.

SC flags trend of breakups labelled 'rape'

The Supreme Court on Tuesday, in an alleged case of rape and cheating, flagged the \"worrying trend\" where long-term consensual relationships, upon turning sour, are sought to be criminalized by invoking penal laws.

New programs at city's IIM from '25

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Mumbai is introducing new Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs from 2025-26.

Rape FIR against lawyer quashed as 'relation consensual'

The woman had moved in with the lawyer, a school friend, during her divorce proceedings

Lack of OC doesn't impede right of home buyers to deemed conveyance

The Bombay High Court has ruled that the absence of an Occupation Certificate (OC) does not impede the right of flat purchasers to obtain a certificate of deemed conveyance.

Digi arrest scam: Senior couple loses ₹3.8 cr, IIT-B student duped of ₹7.29L

A senior citizen couple from Cuffe Parade lost a whopping Rs3.8 crore to fake cops, who kept fleecing them for a month after trapping them in the digital arrest scam.

3 booked for ₹4.5cr crowdfunding scam

The trio, including parents of 4-month-old, uploaded video on Insta, seeking funds for the child's treatment

Indrani moves SC for nod to travel abroad

Former media executive Indrani Mukerjea, accused of killing her daughter Sheena Bora, has moved the Supreme Court, challenging the Bombay High Court (HC) ruling denying her permission to travel abroad.

Repair to hit water supply for 22 hours

Owing to repair work, the water supply will be hit in Lower Parel, Prabhadevi, Currey Road, Worli and parts of Dadar for an extended 22-hour period, starting from tomorrow.

World's largest animal sacrifice must be stopped

Animal lovers and activists give clarion call to stop animal bloodshed at Nepal's Gadhimai festival

Salute to bravehearts for triumph over terror

26/11 ATTACKS| On 16th anniv, Mumbaikars, state leaders and foreign diplomats pay tributes to martyrs; denounce violence

BMC refutes claims of EVM manipulation

The BMC on Tuesday clarified that the MNS candidate from Dahisar constituency received 53 votes in one of the polling centres and not two, as claimed by him.

CWC meet on November 29

The Congress will hold its working committee meeting on November 29 following its poor performance in the recently concluded Maharashtra and Haryana elections.

Patole slams BJP over delay in CM's appointment

Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole on Tuesday made serious allegations against the BJP, claiming that despite the party and its allies securing a clear mandate from the people, the delay in appointing the chief minister signaled its priorities.

Sena uses pressure tactics to back Shinde's claim

A tug-of-war has begun in the Mahayuti, with the BJP insisting that the next chief minister should be from the saffron party.

Only CJI can decide what cases to hear

Justice DY Chandrachud on Tuesday said it is for the chief justice of India to decide what cases the Supreme Court to hear, and not political parties.

HC junks plea against Sanjay Dina Patil's win

The Bombay High Court on Tuesday dismissed a petition filed by Shahaji Thorat, an independent, challenging the election of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Dina Patil from Mumbai North East constituency in the general election.

Muslims blame religious leaders for MVA's defeat

While the jury is still out on the factors leading to the landslide victory for the Mahayuti, anger among Muslims is being directed against religious leaders.

Uddhav could lose 18 of his 20 MLAs

Maharashtra BJP president Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Tuesday said Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray's political downfall started after he deviated from the path of Hindutva, and if he continues to align with the Congress, it would only worsen his condition.

BJP puts Shukla back in the saddle

The government has reinstated IPS officer Rashmi Shukla as director general of police (DGP), the Home Department said on Monday.

After election loss, MVA readies to take on EVMs

CALL FOR PAPER BALLOTS | Leaders indicate plans to launch a nationwide movement to challenge the credibility of EVMs

Stan Swamy's bust gets nod

The State cannot stop an individual from installing a memorial or a statue on his or her private land, the Madras High Court recently said while permitting a Salem-based activist to construct a memorial in honour of Jesuit priest and tribal rights activist late Stan Swamy.

Shinde room to manoeuvre shrinks in game of nerves

CM KAUN? RPI's Athawale also comes out in support of Fadnavis