A major accident occurred early Friday morning at the Dharavi-Mahim junction when a large trailer lost control and crashed into several parked vehicles, including taxis and tempos. Five vehicles were badly damaged, with some even falling into a roadside gutter due to the impact. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident. Videos from the scene show taxis and tempos lying in the gutter, while the trailer is stuck on a slope near it. The Sahunagar police and Mahim traffic police arrived quickly to manage the situation and assess the damage. To remove the trailer, the traffic police called in a small crane, clearing the road for traffic. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the accident.
03 January,2025 03:03 PM ISTA woman from Mumbai traveled to visit her daughter, who lived an hour away, only to meet a tragic fate. Instead of receiving a warm welcome, she was killed by her daughter, who harbored resentment, believing her mother favored her older sister. The 41-year-old daughter has since been arrested in connection with the murder. The incident took place on 2nd of January in the Qureshi Nagar area of Kurla. The accused who is identified as Reshma Muzaffar Qazi stabbed her 62 year old mother Sabira Bano Azgar Sheikh, during a heated argument. As per the Police, Reshma had harbored resentment toward her mother for a long time, believing that she was favored over her elder sister. Sabira Bano, who lived with her son in Mumbra, had visited Reshma at her home in Qureshi Nagar when the argument broke out. Police said that the situation rapidly intensified, with Reshma accusing her mother of being biased. In no time, the argument escalated and Reshma stabbed her mother to death using a knife. After the heinous crime Reshma walked to Chunabhatti police station where she confessed her crime. Officers promptly arrived at the scene, verified the mother's death, and arrested Reshma. The police have initiated an investigation into the incident. They are gathering statements from family members and neighbors to piece together the events and evaluate Reshma's mental state.
03 January,2025 12:11 PM ISTOn the night of 9th December, a horrifying incident unfolded on the busy streets of Mumbai. A bus driver lost control, causing a deadly crash that left six people dead and 49 others severely injured. The tragedy occurred around 9:45 pm in the Kurla (West) area, near the bustling Kurla market. The electric bus, on route number 332, was traveling from Kurla Railway Station (West) towards Sakinaka. The tragic incident was caught on camera. The video shows the electric bus speeding uncontrollably through the streets. The bus brushed past parked vehicles, sparking chaos on the roads. Ramming into over two dozen vehicles—including auto-rickshaws, two-wheelers, and even a police jeep, the bus left a trail of destruction. The bus then crashed into the gates of an apartment building, bringing the madness to a halt. Emergency teams rushed to the scene, but tragically, six lives were lost, and dozens more were injured. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has announced ₹ 5 lakh financial assistance for the families of each victim of the Mumbai bus accident. The BEST, the bus service provider, will cover the treatment costs for the injured. The driver, identified as Sanjay More, was arrested and charged with culpable homicide.
10 December,2024 05:22 PM ISTOver four people have died and 25 others were injured after a BEST intracity bus lost control in Mumbai. The bus, which was traveling from Kurla to Andheri, crashed into several vehicles and pedestrians before finally stopping at the gates of a residential building. Shiv Sena leader Dilip Lande narrated the entire fatal incident. According to DCP Zone 5, Ganesh Gawade, the driver lost control of the vehicle in Kurla, causing widespread damage. The injured victims in the Mumbai bus accident are being treated at nearby hospitals. The driver of the bus, traveling on route number 332, has been taken into custody, and an inquiry is underway. Rescue teams reached the site and carried out operations to assist the victims. Further updates will follow as details emerge.
10 December,2024 10:06 AM ISTIf you have not faced auto-rickshaw bullying, high traffic congestion and choking from the pollution at BKC, it is highly likely you are not a regular commuter in this area. Ask any commuter about the pain of travelling or working at Mumbai’s costliest real-estate areas, and the discussion might not end soon. The problems are not new but have rather got worse with time as commuters accept it as a part and parcel of working in this posh area. What puts BKC in danger and why is it losing its shine? Take a look.
16 November,2024 01:25 PM ISTIn a crucial interview with Mid-Day, Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Varun Sardesai addresses the key challenges facing the Vandre (Bandra) East constituency in the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024. From the high-stakes redevelopment issues in slum areas and SRA schemes, to traffic congestion in the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Sardesai outlines his plans for housing, infrastructure, and public transport improvements. He also emphasizes his commitment to tackling water supply and contamination and air pollution issues resolve the problems of people, especially for marginalized communities. As a key aide to his cousin Aaditya Thackeray, Sardesai’s candidacy is a test of the Thackeray family's influence and the Shiv Sena (UBT)'s resolve.
11 November,2024 12:23 PM ISTIn this exclusive interview, Mangesh Kudalkar (Shiv Sena - Eknath Shinde faction) outlines his priorities for the Kurla constituency amid the Maharashtra Elections 2024. Addressing issues from water shortages to pollution, civic infrastructure, and connectivity, Kudalkar shares his achievements and future plans to enhance living standards in Kurla. Tune in to understand the pressing issues and solutions being proposed for the area.
08 November,2024 07:04 PM ISTWith the upcoming Maharashtra Elections 2024, the war of words between the ruling government and the opposition is getting intense day by day. In a recent rally in Kurla, Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde said, "The opposition parties say they will stop Ladli Behna Yojana. What reply will you give to them? ...They went to Mumbai High Court but got rejected; the people of MVA went to Nagpur Court to stop the Ladli Behna Yojana. They say they will stop Ladli Behna Yojana and other schemes... They say that giving money to Ladli Behna is a crime; I am ready to commit such a crime not once but ten times."
04 November,2024 11:35 AM ISTBringing a much needed relief to the commuters in Mumbai, Mumbai Metro 3 Phase 1 started its services on October 7. Connecting BKC(Bandra Kurla Complex) to Aarey, this metro service has come as a big relief to the commuters travelling on the western line. Developed at a cost of 32,000 crores, this is Mumbai’s first fully underground metro. In this first phase - around 12 km stretch has been inaugurated between Aarey Colony and BKC. In the subsequent phase - this stretch will be total of around 33 kms between Colaba - Arey and Seepz. This is known to be one of the most challenging projects for the authorities. While this metro project has been a witness to certain hiccups, here’s a peek inside the Mumbai Metro 3 Phase 1 journey.
16 October,2024 05:52 PM ISTApple iPhone 15 series goes on sale in India today. Apple fans have queued outside the Apple store located in Mumbai’s BKC to get their hands on Apple’s latest release. Enthusiastic customers were seen coming from far-off places and waiting for long hours to buy Apple iPhone 15.
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