Mumbai

Maharashtra: 3 arrested for cutting off stalker's genitals

The incident took place at Nandivali in Manpada area late on Tuesday, the police said.

Dec 27, 2018

Mumbai hospital fire: Death toll rises to 8; ESIC Kamgar Hospital operated without fire NOC

"Altogether 176 persons, including three firemen, are now being treated in city hospitals," an official fromDisaster Management Unit of BMC said.

Dec 18, 2018

26/11 Mumbai attacks anniversary: US announces $5 mn bounty for info on perpetrators

In 2012, the US had put a bounty of $10 million on LeT founder Hafiz Mohammad Saeed and $2 million on his deputy Hafiz Abdul Rahman Makki.

Nov 26, 2018

Maharashtra government dusts up project to redevelop Dharavi slum in Mumbai

The selected lead partner is likely to form a special purpose vehicle (SPV) where it would have a contribution of 80% equity worth Rs 400 crore for the redevelopment of slum spread over 593 acres in the heart of India's commercial capital

Nov 24, 2018

Mumbai protests: Over 30,000 farmers refuse to leave Azad Maidan until demands met

The protest which began at Thane on Wednesday will come to an end at Azad Maidan on Thursday.

Nov 22, 2018

Home Ministry approves Rs 194.44 crore 'Safe City' project for Lucknow to ensure women safety

The approval is a part of the Ministry's plans to implement 'Safe City' projects in eight selected cities -- Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Lucknow

Nov 1, 2018

Mumbai leading destination for establishing data centre, Bengaluru second: Report

"Several states in India are yet to formulate policies for this segment. Additionally, issues such as a cumbersome approval process for the acquisition of infrastructure and prolonged environmental clearances also need to be addressed," said the report.

Oct 30, 2018

Mumbai: Major fire breaks out at Lalmati slum; 9 fire tenders rushed to spot

No casualties have been reported as of now. The fire department officials are trying to douse the Level 3 fire at Lalmati.

Oct 30, 2018

#MeToo movement will make system more transparent: Ronnie Screwvala

veteran producer Ronnie Screwvala says the system in Bollywood will become more transparent than being fearful for new talents to step in.

Oct 28, 2018

Mumbai: Passenger boat capsizes near Shivaji Smarak; rescue operations underway

The incident reportedly took place 2.6 km west of Mumbai's Nariman Point.

Oct 24, 2018

Sandhan Valley: Visit the beautiful reverse waterfall near Mumbai

Just three hours from Mumbai, there's a reverse waterfall accessible to all

Oct 24, 2018

Mumbai: Pawan Express hits dead end at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus railway station; none hurt

The repair work of the partially damaged dead end of the platform will be initiated shortly, the spokesperson said.

Oct 8, 2018

Minor argument leads to fashion designer Sunita Singh's death; 23-year-old son arrested

Police investigation found out that Sunita Singh's son Lakshya Singh pushed her during a scuffle, which caused multiple injuries on her body and eventual death.

Oct 6, 2018

Amid spiraling fuel rates, petrol prices rise to Rs 89.97 in Mumbai

The prices of diesel also continued to scale new highs on Sunday under India's dynamic pricing regime, after remaining unchanged for four successive days.

Sep 23, 2018

Jet Airways pilot error leads to low cabin pressure; 5 passengers hospitalised for bleeding

Several passengers complained of severe headaches and at least 30 reported bleeding from nose and ears and were immediately administered first-aid by a team of doctors at the airport.

Sep 20, 2018

Mumbai man donates Rs 8 lakh to help trafficked girls after watching Richa Chadha's Love Sonia

The Tabrez Noorani directorial venture Love Sonia starring Richa Chadha and others delves into the heart breaking life of the global flesh trade.

Sep 20, 2018

Maharashtra: 13-year-old girl raped behind Ganesh pandal in Dahanu; probe underway

The incident took place when the 13-year-old girl had gone out along with her friends at Ganesh pandal which was arranged in Dahanu area.

Sep 19, 2018

Mumbai's richest mandal insured Lord Ganesha for Rs 264.75 cr

GSB Ganesh Mandal spokesperson RG Bhat said the idol has been decorated with 70 kilograms of gold and 350 kilograms of silver donated by devotees in past 64 years to the mandal.

Sep 13, 2018

Auto-driver held for abduction of school girl in Maharashtra

In her complaint, the girl said she feared that the man wanted to molest her.

Sep 12, 2018

Maratha quota stir: Class 11 girl commits suicide demanding reservation

The girl left a suicide note in which she mentioned that she was "sacrificing" her life over the demand for reservation to the Maratha community.

Sep 11, 2018