Maharashtra

Mumbai: Following landmark projects like the Worli Sea Link, Atal Setu, and Coastal Road, Mumbai is set to witness the construction of India’s first urban tunnel, connecting East and West Mumbai. On Wednesday, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, in the presence of Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, inaugurated the Orange Gate Tunnel Project under the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). The 9.96 km tunnel will allow commuters to travel from Orange Gate to Marine Drive in just 10 minutes. CM Fadnavis officially launched the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) by pressing a button. The project, estimated at ₹8,056 crore, is expected to be a game-changer for Mumbai’s transport system. The tunnel will feature two 3.2-meter-wide lanes and an emergency lane, running under densely populated a...

Nanded: A tragic case from Nanded has unfolded like a painful chapter from a doomed love story. Moments after the murder of Sakam, the young man at the center of this incident, the girl involved broke her silence—and with it emerged a heartbreaking tale of what she called “Amar Prem,” an undying love story. “I Still Love Him… I Will Live in His House Now” According to police sources, the girl openly confessed that she was deeply in love with Sakam. Despite his death, she declared that her love had not ended and that she would now stay at his home as a mark of her commitment.Several pictures of the two have surfaced showing them extremely close to each other, confirming that the relationship was not new but had been going on for some time. Both Victim and Accused Linked to Gangster...

Mumbai Railway News: Rail travel across Mumbai and its extended metropolitan region is set for a major upgrade. To ease congestion on existing stations and to accommodate the rapidly increasing passenger load, the Indian Railways has prepared an ambitious expansion blueprint for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). Under this plan, 20 new platforms will be constructed across key terminals, significantly boosting both suburban and long-distance train operations. MMR to Get 20 New Rail Platforms According to senior officials, four major terminals across MMR will undergo platform expansion over the next five years. The plan includes 5 new platforms at Parel, 6 at Kalyan, 4 at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT), and 5 at Panvel. Once completed, these additions will pave the way for an increa...

Mumbai | December 1, 2025:With air quality deteriorating sharply across Mumbai and winter temperatures plunging to their lowest in over a decade, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has enforced GRAP-4 (Graded Response Action Plan – Stage 4) restrictions in multiple parts of the city. This is the strictest pollution-control protocol, implemented to prevent the air quality from slipping into an emergency zone. BMC has deployed special flying squads across all wards to monitor violations. More than 50 construction sites have already been served notices for non-compliance, and heavy fines will be imposed on offenders. Where Are the Restrictions in Place? GRAP-4 curbs have been enforced in areas where the Air Quality Index (AQI) has consistently remained in the ‘Poor to Very ...

Mumbai | December 1, 2025:A shocking case of sexual assault and criminal intimidation has emerged from Mumbai, where a 51-year-old businesswoman was allegedly stripped and threatened at gunpoint inside a corporate office cabin. Mumbai Police have registered an FIR and launched a search for the named accused. According to the complaint, the incident took place on January 17, 2023, inside the office of M/s Franco Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. located in the Mahalaxmi area. The woman, who works in the photo-frame and gifting business, stated that she was called to the office by one Manish Honawar. Upon her arrival, she was allegedly assaulted and threatened by multiple individuals. Stripped and Threatened at Gunpoint In her detailed statement, the survivor told the police that she...

Mumbai: Overcharging by onboard vendors has long been a persistent problem for train passengers. To curb this issue and ensure transparency, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has introduced a new initiative across select express trains. Under this new system, vendors will be provided with a distinct uniform displaying a helpline number. Each vendor will also carry a special QR-coded card, which passengers can scan to verify prices and register complaints easily. The initiative has been launched in the Western Zone on premium trains including Shatabdi, Tejas, Rajdhani, and Vande Bharat High-Speed trains. Helpline and Complaint RedressalThe helpline number printed on the new uniform will allow passengers to immediately report overcharging or any other grievanc...