Mumbai News LIVE Updates: India won`t import 80 per cent of its energy in next decade, to become reasonably self-sufficient, says Industrialist Mukesh Ambani
Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, on Wednesday, predicted that India will significantly reduce its energy imports within the next decade, aiming to become reasonably self-sufficient. (ANI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: India won`t import 80 per cent of its energy in next decade, to become reasonably self-sufficient, says Industrialist Mukesh Ambani
Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, on Wednesday, predicted that India will significantly reduce its energy imports within the next decade, aiming to become reasonably self-sufficient. (ANI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates: Ganja seized during raid at farmhouse in Maharashtra`s Palghar; 2 Gujarat natives held 
Police seized nearly three kilograms of ganja and arrested two Gujarat residents for illegal possession during a raid at a farmhouse in Palghar district, Maharashtra, officials said Wednesday. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates: Ganja seized during raid at farmhouse in Maharashtra`s Palghar; 2 Gujarat natives held
Police seized nearly three kilograms of ganja and arrested two Gujarat residents for illegal possession during a raid at a farmhouse in Palghar district, Maharashtra, officials said Wednesday. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates:&nbsp;Ex-minister Kokate`s father passes away 
Former Maharashtra minister and Sinnar MLA Manikrao Kokate`s father Shivajirao Muralidhar Kokate passed away on Wednesday after a brief illness, family sources said. He was 93. Shivajirao was the former director of Kolpewadi Co-operative Sugar Factory in Nashik district. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates:&nbsp;Ex-minister Kokate`s father passes away
Former Maharashtra minister and Sinnar MLA Manikrao Kokate`s father Shivajirao Muralidhar Kokate passed away on Wednesday after a brief illness, family sources said. He was 93. Shivajirao was the former director of Kolpewadi Co-operative Sugar Factory in Nashik district. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates: Tree branch falls on two cars in Thane`s Majiwada; no injuries reported 
A tree branch fell on two cars parked in front of a building in Majiwada, Thane West, on Wednesday evening, officials said. Fire brigade and Disaster Management Cell teams promptly removed the branch using fire and utility vehicles. No injuries were reported, and the situation was quickly brought under control.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE updates: Tree branch falls on two cars in Thane`s Majiwada; no injuries reported
A tree branch fell on two cars parked in front of a building in Majiwada, Thane West, on Wednesday evening, officials said. Fire brigade and Disaster Management Cell teams promptly removed the branch using fire and utility vehicles. No injuries were reported, and the situation was quickly brought under control.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE updates: Aaditya Thackeray slams Maharashtra govt over Mumbai-Pune Expressway traffic chaos 
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Wednesday criticised the Maharashtra government for failing to provide basic amenities to commuters stranded on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway for over 20 hours. (ANI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates: Aaditya Thackeray slams Maharashtra govt over Mumbai-Pune Expressway traffic chaos
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Wednesday criticised the Maharashtra government for failing to provide basic amenities to commuters stranded on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway for over 20 hours. (ANI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates:&nbsp;Indian Railways announces 12-day Bharat Gaurav tour covering Rajasthan and Ujjain 
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC) on Wednesday announced an 11-night, 12-day `Divine Rajasthan with Ujjain Yatra` tour package under its Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train initiative, offering a spiritual and heritage journey starting from Solapur. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/indian-railway-announces-12-day-bharat-gaurav-tour-covering-rajasthan-and-ujjain-check-details-here-23615171" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Read more.</a>

Mumbai News LIVE updates:&nbsp;Indian Railways announces 12-day Bharat Gaurav tour covering Rajasthan and Ujjain
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC) on Wednesday announced an 11-night, 12-day `Divine Rajasthan with Ujjain Yatra` tour package under its Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train initiative, offering a spiritual and heritage journey starting from Solapur. Read more.

Mumbai News LIVE updates:&nbsp;Fire breaks out at chemical factory in Nashik district; no injuries 
A fire ravaged a factory manufacturing materials used to make incense sticks in Maharashtra`s Nashik district on Wednesday morning, officials said. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates:&nbsp;Fire breaks out at chemical factory in Nashik district; no injuries
A fire ravaged a factory manufacturing materials used to make incense sticks in Maharashtra`s Nashik district on Wednesday morning, officials said. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates: Maharashtra council panel summons comedian Kunal Kamra over remarks against Dy CM Shinde 
Maharashtra legislative council`s privileges committee has summoned stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sushma Andhare for a hearing over their alleged insulting remarks against Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates: Maharashtra council panel summons comedian Kunal Kamra over remarks against Dy CM Shinde
Maharashtra legislative council`s privileges committee has summoned stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sushma Andhare for a hearing over their alleged insulting remarks against Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates: Sanjay Raut targets Praful Patel, claims he is closer to BJP than NCP 
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Wednesday accused NCP working president Praful Patel of being closer to the BJP than his own party and said he must do whatever is acceptable only to Maharashtra and the Marathi manoos. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates: Sanjay Raut targets Praful Patel, claims he is closer to BJP than NCP
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Wednesday accused NCP working president Praful Patel of being closer to the BJP than his own party and said he must do whatever is acceptable only to Maharashtra and the Marathi manoos. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates:&nbsp;Separate budget head approved for functioning of women`s One Stop Centres in Maharashtra 
The Maharashtra government on Wednesday approved a separate Budget head for meeting the daily operational expenses of `One Stop Centres` (OSCs) set up for women in distress under the Centre-sponsored Mission Shakti scheme. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates:&nbsp;Separate budget head approved for functioning of women`s One Stop Centres in Maharashtra
The Maharashtra government on Wednesday approved a separate Budget head for meeting the daily operational expenses of `One Stop Centres` (OSCs) set up for women in distress under the Centre-sponsored Mission Shakti scheme. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates:&nbsp;Hazardous gas leak after tanker overturns near Pune-Mumbai Expressway 
A chemical gas tanker heading from Pune to Mumbai overturned on the Mumbai-bound carriageway of the Yashwantrao Chavan Expressway on Tuesday evening, forcing authorities to halt traffic due to a hazardous gas leak.

Mumbai News LIVE updates:&nbsp;Hazardous gas leak after tanker overturns near Pune-Mumbai Expressway
A chemical gas tanker heading from Pune to Mumbai overturned on the Mumbai-bound carriageway of the Yashwantrao Chavan Expressway on Tuesday evening, forcing authorities to halt traffic due to a hazardous gas leak.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Suentra Pawar should lead NCP; she took oath to honour party workers` sentiments, says Chikhalikar 
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar should lead the Nationalist Congress Party as it is the wish of NCP workers, Loha MLA Pratap Chikhalikar has said. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Suentra Pawar should lead NCP; she took oath to honour party workers` sentiments, says Chikhalikar
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar should lead the Nationalist Congress Party as it is the wish of NCP workers, Loha MLA Pratap Chikhalikar has said. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE updates: Prof. Juzer Vasi awarded Padma Shri for lifetime contribution to science and engineering
IIT Bombay wrote on X, "Former Deputy Director and eminent academician Prof. Juzer Vasi has been awarded the Padma Shri in recognition of his exceptional lifetime contribution to science and engineering. A highly respected figure in the fields of semiconductors and microelectronics, Prof. Vasi has made lasting contributions to research, education, and institution-building."
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Mumbai News LIVE updates: Prof. Juzer Vasi awarded Padma Shri for lifetime contribution to science and engineering
IIT Bombay wrote on X, "Former Deputy Director and eminent academician Prof. Juzer Vasi has been awarded the Padma Shri in recognition of his exceptional lifetime contribution to science and engineering. A highly respected figure in the fields of semiconductors and microelectronics, Prof. Vasi has made lasting contributions to research, education, and institution-building."

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Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Mumbai Youth Congress protests, alleges Centre concealed Galwan clash facts 
Mumbai Youth Congress members on Wednesday staged a protest against the Centre, demanding clarity on the 2020 India-China clash in the Galwan Valley and allowing immediate publication of a book written by former Army chief General Manoj Naravane. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Mumbai Youth Congress protests, alleges Centre concealed Galwan clash facts
Mumbai Youth Congress members on Wednesday staged a protest against the Centre, demanding clarity on the 2020 India-China clash in the Galwan Valley and allowing immediate publication of a book written by former Army chief General Manoj Naravane. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Car catches fire on highway in Maharashtra`s Beed; 4 of family escape unhurt 
A moving car burst into flames due to a short circuit in Maharashtra`s Beed district shortly after midnight on Wednesday, police said. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Car catches fire on highway in Maharashtra`s Beed; 4 of family escape unhurt
A moving car burst into flames due to a short circuit in Maharashtra`s Beed district shortly after midnight on Wednesday, police said. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Fadnavis on demand for renaming Ladki Bahin scheme after Ajit Pawar 
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said his government will consider the demand to rename the Ladki Bahin scheme after late Deputy CM and NCP leader Ajit Pawar. NCP MLC Amol Mitkari on Tuesday demanded that the government`s flagship Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana for financial assistance to women be renamed after Pawar. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Fadnavis on demand for renaming Ladki Bahin scheme after Ajit Pawar
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said his government will consider the demand to rename the Ladki Bahin scheme after late Deputy CM and NCP leader Ajit Pawar. NCP MLC Amol Mitkari on Tuesday demanded that the government`s flagship Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana for financial assistance to women be renamed after Pawar. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: NCP youth wing launches nationwide `Asthi Kalash Yatra` in memory of Ajit Pawar
The youth wing of the ruling Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Wednesday launched a four-day nationwide `Asthi Kalash Yatra` to pay tributes to late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who was the president of the party. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: NCP youth wing launches nationwide `Asthi Kalash Yatra` in memory of Ajit Pawar
The youth wing of the ruling Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Wednesday launched a four-day nationwide `Asthi Kalash Yatra` to pay tributes to late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who was the president of the party. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;109 Nigerians held for document verification in Nalasopara; drugs recovered 
In a crackdown on illegal foreign residents in the district, police on Wednesday detained 109 Nigerian nationals for verification of documents in the Nalasopara East area and recovered nearly 2 kg of cocaine during the operation, an official said. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;109 Nigerians held for document verification in Nalasopara; drugs recovered
In a crackdown on illegal foreign residents in the district, police on Wednesday detained 109 Nigerian nationals for verification of documents in the Nalasopara East area and recovered nearly 2 kg of cocaine during the operation, an official said. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Fire breaks out in gas cylinder at Diva East bungalow; no injuries
A fire broke out in a Bharat Gas cylinder at a residential bungalow in Diva East, Thane, on Tuesday afternoon, officials from the Thane Municipal Corporation&rsquo;s Disaster Management Cell said. The incident occurred at around 2.45 pm at Om Bungalow, owned by Ganesh Bhoir, located behind Ashapura Medical in Khardi village. The fire was reported by the Shil Fire Station.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Fire breaks out in gas cylinder at Diva East bungalow; no injuries
A fire broke out in a Bharat Gas cylinder at a residential bungalow in Diva East, Thane, on Tuesday afternoon, officials from the Thane Municipal Corporation&rsquo;s Disaster Management Cell said. The incident occurred at around 2.45 pm at Om Bungalow, owned by Ganesh Bhoir, located behind Ashapura Medical in Khardi village. The fire was reported by the Shil Fire Station.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Nationwide tribute to Ajit Pawar as ashes handed over to NCP youth wing
It aims to give people across India an opportunity to pay homage to Ajit Pawar, many of whom could not attend his cremation in Baramati due to time constraints, the release added. On Tuesday, after traditional rituals were performed at his residence in Baramati, the late leader`s son Parth Pawar handed over the ashes to office-bearers of the NCP`s youth wing.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Nationwide tribute to Ajit Pawar as ashes handed over to NCP youth wing
It aims to give people across India an opportunity to pay homage to Ajit Pawar, many of whom could not attend his cremation in Baramati due to time constraints, the release added. On Tuesday, after traditional rituals were performed at his residence in Baramati, the late leader`s son Parth Pawar handed over the ashes to office-bearers of the NCP`s youth wing.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Yatra to cover more than 10 states
Pawar and four others were killed in a plane crash at Baramati in Pune district on January 28. The `Asthi Kalash Yatra` began with prayers at the NCP`s Delhi headquarters, and will continue till February 7. During this period, the yatra will travel through more than 10 states, it said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Yatra to cover more than 10 states
Pawar and four others were killed in a plane crash at Baramati in Pune district on January 28. The `Asthi Kalash Yatra` began with prayers at the NCP`s Delhi headquarters, and will continue till February 7. During this period, the yatra will travel through more than 10 states, it said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;NCP youth wing launches nationwide `Asthi Kalash Yatra` in memory of Ajit Pawar The youth wing of the ruling Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Wednesday launched a four-day nationwide `Asthi Kalash Yatra` to pay tributes to late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who was the president of the party. As part of the yatra, Pawar`s ashes will be immersed in major rivers and religious places across the country, from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, a release issued by the party said on Wednesday. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;NCP youth wing launches nationwide `Asthi Kalash Yatra` in memory of Ajit PawarThe youth wing of the ruling Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Wednesday launched a four-day nationwide `Asthi Kalash Yatra` to pay tributes to late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who was the president of the party. As part of the yatra, Pawar`s ashes will be immersed in major rivers and religious places across the country, from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, a release issued by the party said on Wednesday. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Prosecution failed to provide eyewitnesses
After spending over two years in custody, they were released on bail in late 2019. The court highlighted significant gaps in the prosecution`s evidence, and noted that it failed to provide any eyewitnesses to the alleged crime.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Prosecution failed to provide eyewitnesses
After spending over two years in custody, they were released on bail in late 2019. The court highlighted significant gaps in the prosecution`s evidence, and noted that it failed to provide any eyewitnesses to the alleged crime.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Three accused charged with conspiracy, negligent handling of explosives&nbsp;
The prosecution alleged that the accused - Mahinsa Rajesab Ganur alias Mahesh (57), Shahalam Mehmud Sheikh (49) and Arif Nawabali Khan (40) - had conspired to cause damage to life and property and specifically aimed to harm the landowner, Ismail Mohammed Sheikh. They were charged under sections 286 (negligent conduct with respect to explosive substance) and 120-B (criminal conspiracy) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), along with sections 4 and 5 of the Explosive Substances Act.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Three accused charged with conspiracy, negligent handling of explosives&nbsp;
The prosecution alleged that the accused - Mahinsa Rajesab Ganur alias Mahesh (57), Shahalam Mehmud Sheikh (49) and Arif Nawabali Khan (40) - had conspired to cause damage to life and property and specifically aimed to harm the landowner, Ismail Mohammed Sheikh. They were charged under sections 286 (negligent conduct with respect to explosive substance) and 120-B (criminal conspiracy) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), along with sections 4 and 5 of the Explosive Substances Act.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Thane police raid in 2017 uncovers explosives, nine detonators in Mumbra SUV
The case dates back to August 6, 2017, when the police conducted a raid at Gousiya Compound in Mumbra locality in Thane. Authorities found a bag of explosive powder and nine detonators hidden inside an out-of-use sports utility vehicle (SUV).

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Thane police raid in 2017 uncovers explosives, nine detonators in Mumbra SUV
The case dates back to August 6, 2017, when the police conducted a raid at Gousiya Compound in Mumbra locality in Thane. Authorities found a bag of explosive powder and nine detonators hidden inside an out-of-use sports utility vehicle (SUV).

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Court acquits three men in 2017 explosives possession case due to lack of evidence A court in Maharashtra`s Thane has acquitted three men accused of conspiring to cause harm using explosives hidden in a vehicle in 2017, citing lack of eyewitnesses and prosecution`s failure to establish a definitive link between the trio and the seized material. Additional Sessions Judge A S Bhagwat passed the order on January 29, which was made available on Wednesday. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Court acquits three men in 2017 explosives possession case due to lack of evidenceA court in Maharashtra`s Thane has acquitted three men accused of conspiring to cause harm using explosives hidden in a vehicle in 2017, citing lack of eyewitnesses and prosecution`s failure to establish a definitive link between the trio and the seized material. Additional Sessions Judge A S Bhagwat passed the order on January 29, which was made available on Wednesday. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Police impose temporary `no-parking` restrictions on Kurar Gaon Road in Malad East&nbsp;
The Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Western Suburbs, Ajit Borhade, issued a notification on Wednesday, prohibiting all types of vehicles from parking on both sides of the road from Aakash Pan Shop to Babaji Kanse Marg, connecting Kurar Police Station to the Western Express Highway. The road is narrow and lined with slums and residential buildings, and frequent unauthorised parking has caused traffic bottlenecks, the notification stated. The restrictions are in force for three months from the date of issuance and will remain effective until approximately May 4, unless extended or modified. Authorities have urged residents and commuters to comply with the `no-parking` order and cooperate with the traffic police to ensure smooth vehicular movement in the area.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Police impose temporary `no-parking` restrictions on Kurar Gaon Road in Malad East&nbsp;
The Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Western Suburbs, Ajit Borhade, issued a notification on Wednesday, prohibiting all types of vehicles from parking on both sides of the road from Aakash Pan Shop to Babaji Kanse Marg, connecting Kurar Police Station to the Western Express Highway. The road is narrow and lined with slums and residential buildings, and frequent unauthorised parking has caused traffic bottlenecks, the notification stated. The restrictions are in force for three months from the date of issuance and will remain effective until approximately May 4, unless extended or modified. Authorities have urged residents and commuters to comply with the `no-parking` order and cooperate with the traffic police to ensure smooth vehicular movement in the area.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Stations and bridges are at advanced stage of development, says Railways Minister&nbsp;
Addressing the media, the Railway Minister stated that the entire nation is watching the progress of the high-speed rail project, which is expected to transform intercity travel and strengthen India`s modern rail infrastructure within a month. The minister emphasised that the project`s pace has instilled new confidence in the country, drawing global attention and appreciation for its innovative construction and technology. Vaishnaw said, "The entire country is watching India`s first rail speed project. Its breakthrough was achieved in the second mountain tunnel in Palghar district within 1 month. The stations and bridges are at an advanced stage of development."&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Stations and bridges are at advanced stage of development, says Railways Minister&nbsp;
Addressing the media, the Railway Minister stated that the entire nation is watching the progress of the high-speed rail project, which is expected to transform intercity travel and strengthen India`s modern rail infrastructure within a month. The minister emphasised that the project`s pace has instilled new confidence in the country, drawing global attention and appreciation for its innovative construction and technology. Vaishnaw said, "The entire country is watching India`s first rail speed project. Its breakthrough was achieved in the second mountain tunnel in Palghar district within 1 month. The stations and bridges are at an advanced stage of development."&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Breakthrough achieved in second mountain tunnel in Palghar within 1 month, says Ashwini Vaishnaw on bullet train project The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project has achieved a major milestone with the successful breakthrough of the second mountain tunnel in Palghar district, Maharashtra, marking significant progress in India`s first high-speed rail project. On Wednesday, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the development, highlighting the project`s rapid progress. (ANI)
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Breakthrough achieved in second mountain tunnel in Palghar within 1 month, says Ashwini Vaishnaw on bullet train projectThe Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project has achieved a major milestone with the successful breakthrough of the second mountain tunnel in Palghar district, Maharashtra, marking significant progress in India`s first high-speed rail project. On Wednesday, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the development, highlighting the project`s rapid progress. (ANI)
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: BJP MLC Pravin Darekar had moved breach of privilege notice against Kunal Kamra over "derogatory remarks"&nbsp;&nbsp;
BJP MLC Pravin Darekar had moved the breach of privilege notice against Kamra and Andhare for "derogatory remarks" against Shiv Sena leader Shinde, whose party is a constituent of the BJP-led Mahayuti. Kamra, who has often courted controversy for his anti-establishment views, targeted Shinde in a song parody last year, indirectly referring to him as a traitor without naming him.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: BJP MLC Pravin Darekar had moved breach of privilege notice against Kunal Kamra over "derogatory remarks"&nbsp;&nbsp;
BJP MLC Pravin Darekar had moved the breach of privilege notice against Kamra and Andhare for "derogatory remarks" against Shiv Sena leader Shinde, whose party is a constituent of the BJP-led Mahayuti. Kamra, who has often courted controversy for his anti-establishment views, targeted Shinde in a song parody last year, indirectly referring to him as a traitor without naming him.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Kunal Kamra, Sushma Andhare asked to appear before committee on Thursday afternoon
They have been asked to appear before the committee for a hearing at 2 pm on Thursday, he said. "If they fail to turn up after two summons, the committee will decide on action against them," Lad said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Kunal Kamra, Sushma Andhare asked to appear before committee on Thursday afternoon
They have been asked to appear before the committee for a hearing at 2 pm on Thursday, he said. "If they fail to turn up after two summons, the committee will decide on action against them," Lad said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra council panel summons Kunal Kamra over remarks against Dy CM Shinde Maharashtra legislative council`s privileges committee has summoned stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sushma Andhare for a hearing over their alleged insulting remarks against Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. BJP MLC Prasad Lad, who is the chairperson of the privileges committee, told PTI on Wednesday that the notice was issued to Kamra and Andhare 15 days ago. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra council panel summons Kunal Kamra over remarks against Dy CM ShindeMaharashtra legislative council`s privileges committee has summoned stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sushma Andhare for a hearing over their alleged insulting remarks against Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. BJP MLC Prasad Lad, who is the chairperson of the privileges committee, told PTI on Wednesday that the notice was issued to Kamra and Andhare 15 days ago. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Worker hailed from Uttar Pradesh; cops register accidental death case
The victim, hailing from Deoria district in Uttar Pradesh, lived in a labourers` colony at Shirdhon. The body was later sent for postmortem and a case of accidental death was registered, the police said, adding that a probe was on into the incident.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Worker hailed from Uttar Pradesh; cops register accidental death case
The victim, hailing from Deoria district in Uttar Pradesh, lived in a labourers` colony at Shirdhon. The body was later sent for postmortem and a case of accidental death was registered, the police said, adding that a probe was on into the incident.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Worker was rushed to civic hospital where he died during treatment
Kushwaha sustained serious head injuries and began bleeding profusely. He was rushed in an ambulance to a nearby private hospital, where he was given first aid. The worker was later shifted to a civic-run hospital where he died on Tuesday evening, the official said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Worker was rushed to civic hospital where he died during treatment
Kushwaha sustained serious head injuries and began bleeding profusely. He was rushed in an ambulance to a nearby private hospital, where he was given first aid. The worker was later shifted to a civic-run hospital where he died on Tuesday evening, the official said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Crane hook hits worker after strap slips during mast work, say police
"While the work was underway, the strap failed to properly fit into the hook due to excessive tension. It suddenly slipped from Kushwaha`s hand and the crane hook struck him on his forehead," an official from Manpada police station said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Crane hook hits worker after strap slips during mast work, say police
"While the work was underway, the strap failed to properly fit into the hook due to excessive tension. It suddenly slipped from Kushwaha`s hand and the crane hook struck him on his forehead," an official from Manpada police station said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Crane mast-heightening work in progress when mishap occurred
Crane worker Vijaynath Ram Bahadur Kushwaha and a technician were engaged in increasing the height of the machine mast installed at the site. As part of the process, a strap was being stretched and fixed to the crane hook to raise the mast.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Crane mast-heightening work in progress when mishap occurred
Crane worker Vijaynath Ram Bahadur Kushwaha and a technician were engaged in increasing the height of the machine mast installed at the site. As part of the process, a strap was being stretched and fixed to the crane hook to raise the mast.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Worker dies in crane accident at under-construction site in Thane A 40-year-old worker died after being struck on the head by a crane hook at an under-construction site in Maharashtra`s Thane district, police said on Wednesday. The incident occurred on Monday evening at the site of a housing project in Shirdhon village near Dombivli. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Worker dies in crane accident at under-construction site in ThaneA 40-year-old worker died after being struck on the head by a crane hook at an under-construction site in Maharashtra`s Thane district, police said on Wednesday. The incident occurred on Monday evening at the site of a housing project in Shirdhon village near Dombivli. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Developer claims all permissions in place, denies residents&rsquo; allegations&nbsp;
Raghu Devendran, an operations manager at the site, told mid-day, &ldquo;We have all the necessary permissions to use the road and also to redevelop these plots. These residents, many of whom have houses in these two plots, have been creating a nuisance since the time we began work, despite taking money from us. All our papers are with our liaison manager, Nelson Nilgiri, and we can produce them in front of any authority. Neither Nilgiri nor F North ward officials responded to calls made by mid-day before press time.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Developer claims all permissions in place, denies residents&rsquo; allegations&nbsp;
Raghu Devendran, an operations manager at the site, told mid-day, &ldquo;We have all the necessary permissions to use the road and also to redevelop these plots. These residents, many of whom have houses in these two plots, have been creating a nuisance since the time we began work, despite taking money from us. All our papers are with our liaison manager, Nelson Nilgiri, and we can produce them in front of any authority. Neither Nilgiri nor F North ward officials responded to calls made by mid-day before press time.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Residents allege developer misrepresented DP road width to secure project approval&nbsp;
Residents have also alleged that the developer had shown that the DP Road was 9.15 metres in width, based on which they had received a letter of intent to develop the project. &ldquo;Anyone can see that the width of the road is definitely not 9.15 metres, even without measuring it. It&rsquo;s a small road that pedestrians have been using for the past 50 years. Even a small hatchback four-wheeler could not make its way through the entire stretch. The developer has carried out demolitions at one end of the road to make it wide enough for his vehicles to reach the site. Additionally, at the other end of the road, he has placed two iron rods to ensure that not even two-wheelers can pass through,&rdquo; said Sabdar Khan, a parent.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Residents allege developer misrepresented DP road width to secure project approval&nbsp;
Residents have also alleged that the developer had shown that the DP Road was 9.15 metres in width, based on which they had received a letter of intent to develop the project. &ldquo;Anyone can see that the width of the road is definitely not 9.15 metres, even without measuring it. It&rsquo;s a small road that pedestrians have been using for the past 50 years. Even a small hatchback four-wheeler could not make its way through the entire stretch. The developer has carried out demolitions at one end of the road to make it wide enough for his vehicles to reach the site. Additionally, at the other end of the road, he has placed two iron rods to ensure that not even two-wheelers can pass through,&rdquo; said Sabdar Khan, a parent.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Fadnavis not party to NCP merger talks, has no right to comment, says Sharad Pawar NCP (SP) head Sharad Pawar on Wednesday said Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was not part of merger discussions between the two Nationalist Congress Party factions and therefore had no right to comment on them. Speaking to reporters in Baramati, the former Union minister claimed that NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil and his nephew and NCP chief Ajit Pawar had been leading the merger talks. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Fadnavis not party to NCP merger talks, has no right to comment, says Sharad PawarNCP (SP) head Sharad Pawar on Wednesday said Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was not part of merger discussions between the two Nationalist Congress Party factions and therefore had no right to comment on them. Speaking to reporters in Baramati, the former Union minister claimed that NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil and his nephew and NCP chief Ajit Pawar had been leading the merger talks. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Residents fume as illegal use of DP road continues despite BMC clarification&nbsp;
This clarification has intensified residents&rsquo; anger, as the developer continues to use the road. &ldquo;What is alarming is that even after the BMC&rsquo;s clear statement, there has been no on-ground action. We even wrote a letter to the civic body in December 2025, mentioning the hardships that we were facing as the developer was illegally using this road, putting us at risk daily. However, we haven&rsquo;t received a response, and neither has our problem been solved,&rdquo; said Mandeep Singh, another resident.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Residents fume as illegal use of DP road continues despite BMC clarification&nbsp;
This clarification has intensified residents&rsquo; anger, as the developer continues to use the road. &ldquo;What is alarming is that even after the BMC&rsquo;s clear statement, there has been no on-ground action. We even wrote a letter to the civic body in December 2025, mentioning the hardships that we were facing as the developer was illegally using this road, putting us at risk daily. However, we haven&rsquo;t received a response, and neither has our problem been solved,&rdquo; said Mandeep Singh, another resident.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: BMC denies granting permission to developer to use DP road for construction transport&nbsp;
Frustrated with the situation, Chavria, on behalf of all affected residents, lodged a written complaint in April 2025 seeking details of permission provided by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to the developer to use the DP road to transport construction materials. Responding to the letter, the BMC, two months later, stated that it had not granted any such permission. &ldquo;It is to inform you that this office has not given any permission to M/s. AB Builders &amp; Developers (Trans India) about the access and exits [sic],&rdquo; reads the response letter, a copy of which is in mid-day&rsquo;s possession.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: BMC denies granting permission to developer to use DP road for construction transport&nbsp;
Frustrated with the situation, Chavria, on behalf of all affected residents, lodged a written complaint in April 2025 seeking details of permission provided by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to the developer to use the DP road to transport construction materials. Responding to the letter, the BMC, two months later, stated that it had not granted any such permission. &ldquo;It is to inform you that this office has not given any permission to M/s. AB Builders &amp; Developers (Trans India) about the access and exits [sic],&rdquo; reads the response letter, a copy of which is in mid-day&rsquo;s possession.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Parents fear for students&rsquo; safety as damaged road near CBM High School worsens
Parents of those studying in CBM High School, in particular, have expressed anxiety over the safety of students who are forced to navigate the damaged stretch. &ldquo;Earlier, my son and his friend would go to and return from school on their own. But now, we have to ensure that a parent accompanies them, as huge vehicles carrying debris and other materials pass continuously,&rdquo; said Irfan Ali Shaikh whose son studies in the school.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Parents fear for students&rsquo; safety as damaged road near CBM High School worsens
Parents of those studying in CBM High School, in particular, have expressed anxiety over the safety of students who are forced to navigate the damaged stretch. &ldquo;Earlier, my son and his friend would go to and return from school on their own. But now, we have to ensure that a parent accompanies them, as huge vehicles carrying debris and other materials pass continuously,&rdquo; said Irfan Ali Shaikh whose son studies in the school.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates | &nbsp;Sharad Pawar: Fine print of India&ndash;US tariff deal due in 2&ndash;3 days
Sharad Pawar says fine print of America and India tariff deal will come in two to three days&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates | &nbsp;Sharad Pawar: Fine print of India&ndash;US tariff deal due in 2&ndash;3 days
Sharad Pawar says fine print of America and India tariff deal will come in two to three days&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Residents flag safety risks, water wastage due to construction damage on DP Road
&ldquo;The developer has been transporting construction materials and machinery in large trucks via the DP road daily, resulting in deep potholes, uneven surfaces, and dust pollution, making the road unsafe for us. Even the water pipelines that were underneath have been destroyed, due to which water keeps flowing on the road, making the stretch muddy and difficult to walk on, while water is also being wasted. Also, since the road, which is used by all residents of our and neighbouring areas, has now become a dangerous route to take, people use our building premises to pass through, which also disturbs the residents of our building,&rdquo; said Ramesh Chavria, a resident of the Raj Heights building, which is separated from the &nbsp;redevelopment site by the DP road.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Residents flag safety risks, water wastage due to construction damage on DP Road
&ldquo;The developer has been transporting construction materials and machinery in large trucks via the DP road daily, resulting in deep potholes, uneven surfaces, and dust pollution, making the road unsafe for us. Even the water pipelines that were underneath have been destroyed, due to which water keeps flowing on the road, making the stretch muddy and difficult to walk on, while water is also being wasted. Also, since the road, which is used by all residents of our and neighbouring areas, has now become a dangerous route to take, people use our building premises to pass through, which also disturbs the residents of our building,&rdquo; said Ramesh Chavria, a resident of the Raj Heights building, which is separated from the &nbsp;redevelopment site by the DP road.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Heavy construction traffic damages key road near railway station
The road, which serves as a crucial access route to the nearby railway station and is heavily used by school-going children and residents, has suffered extensive damage from the continuous movement of heavy construction vehicles.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Heavy construction traffic damages key road near railway station
The road, which serves as a crucial access route to the nearby railway station and is heavily used by school-going children and residents, has suffered extensive damage from the continuous movement of heavy construction vehicles.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Sion residents protest unsafe road caused by redevelopment activity
Residents of GTB Nagar in Sion have raised serious concerns over the deteriorating condition of a narrow Development Plan (DP) road, allegedly damaged due to the ongoing redevelopment work on two plots, numbered 88 and 89, at CGS Colony.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Sion residents protest unsafe road caused by redevelopment activity
Residents of GTB Nagar in Sion have raised serious concerns over the deteriorating condition of a narrow Development Plan (DP) road, allegedly damaged due to the ongoing redevelopment work on two plots, numbered 88 and 89, at CGS Colony.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Zoo`s revenue
Mumbai&rsquo;s Humboldt penguins remain one of the biggest attractions at the Byculla Zoo. Over the past three financial years &mdash; from March 2023 to January 2026 &mdash; the BMC has earned Rs 28.1 crore in revenue from the zoo. Entry fees are Rs 50 for adults, Rs 25 for children, and Rs 100 for a family of four (parents and two children). Zoo revenue typically dips during the monsoon months of July, August, and September, with collections also lower in June compared to the rest of the year. The highest revenue is recorded in May, coinciding with school vacations, and during the festive months of November and December.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Zoo`s revenue
Mumbai&rsquo;s Humboldt penguins remain one of the biggest attractions at the Byculla Zoo. Over the past three financial years &mdash; from March 2023 to January 2026 &mdash; the BMC has earned Rs 28.1 crore in revenue from the zoo. Entry fees are Rs 50 for adults, Rs 25 for children, and Rs 100 for a family of four (parents and two children). Zoo revenue typically dips during the monsoon months of July, August, and September, with collections also lower in June compared to the rest of the year. The highest revenue is recorded in May, coinciding with school vacations, and during the festive months of November and December.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Byculla Zoo to expand Penguin enclosure, birds to be shifted temporarily
The current enclosure can house only up to 25 birds. At present, the Byculla Zoo has 21 Humboldt penguins, 14 of which were born in Mumbai over the past nine years. mid-day had first reported in July last year that the BMC was planning to provide the penguins with a larger habitat. During the expansion of their existing 1800 sq-ft enclosure and display area, the penguins will be shifted to an adjacent enclosure. This facility was earlier used to quarantine the birds when they were first brought to Mumbai in 2016 and closely replicates their current living space.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Byculla Zoo to expand Penguin enclosure, birds to be shifted temporarily
The current enclosure can house only up to 25 birds. At present, the Byculla Zoo has 21 Humboldt penguins, 14 of which were born in Mumbai over the past nine years. mid-day had first reported in July last year that the BMC was planning to provide the penguins with a larger habitat. During the expansion of their existing 1800 sq-ft enclosure and display area, the penguins will be shifted to an adjacent enclosure. This facility was earlier used to quarantine the birds when they were first brought to Mumbai in 2016 and closely replicates their current living space.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates | Mumbai: Byculla zoo to expand penguin enclosure, birds to be moved off display&nbsp;
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has decided to temporarily move the penguins from public view during the off-season months of June, July, and August to facilitate the expansion of their existing enclosure and living space. The upgrade will increase the capacity of the facility to accommodate up to 40 penguins.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates | Mumbai: Byculla zoo to expand penguin enclosure, birds to be moved off display&nbsp;
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has decided to temporarily move the penguins from public view during the off-season months of June, July, and August to facilitate the expansion of their existing enclosure and living space. The upgrade will increase the capacity of the facility to accommodate up to 40 penguins.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Massive traffic jam at Mumbai-Pune Expressway
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Massive traffic jam at Mumbai-Pune Expressway
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Over 1 hour stuck in massive traffic on the Mumbai Pune Expressway. Tolls are collected efficientlywhen will commuters get efficient roads?We speak of a trillion dollar economy, but are we building trillion worthy infrastructure?Accountability matters. Who is addressing this?&hellip; pic.twitter.com/2EAzvaSpXf
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Bandra talao revival project to start soon with 18-month timeline
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