Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray met alliance candidates across Mumbai to strengthen the MNS–Shiv Sena (UBT) front ahead of the BMC Election 2026. He reviewed ground preparations, while Amit Thackeray also campaigned, drawing strong worker support (Pics/X)

Mumbai’s skyline was covered in haze at Marine Drive on Thursday afternoon. However, the city’s air quality remained in the ‘moderate’ category despite the haze, recording an AQI of 143. The city has been witnessing hazy conditions and cooler night-time temperatures in recent days. (PICS/ KIRTI SURVE PARADE)