Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai crime: 19-year-old man caught stealing chocolates worth Rs 12,000 from Borivali supermarket
A 19-year-old was caught red-handed while allegedly stealing chocolates worth Rs 12,000 from a supermarket in Borivali West in the early hours of April 13. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-crime-news/article/mumbai-crime-19-year-old-man-caught-red-handed-stealing-chocolates-worth-rs-12-000-from-borivali-supermarket-23625581">Read more.</a>

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai crime: 19-year-old man caught stealing chocolates worth Rs 12,000 from Borivali supermarket
A 19-year-old was caught red-handed while allegedly stealing chocolates worth Rs 12,000 from a supermarket in Borivali West in the early hours of April 13. Read more.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra cabinet clears Skill Tech University at Bandra​
The Maharashtra cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Monday approved the Indian Education Society (IES) to establish a private, self-financed IES Skill Tech University in Bandra. ​It is slated to begin operations in the 2026&ndash;27 academic year, focusing on specialised skill training to bridge the employment-supply gap.​ Further, the cabinet approved expanding the Aspirational District Programme to six new districts: Hingoli, Jalna, Palghar, Beed, Dhule, and Parbhani. The programme will now cover a total of 177 tehsils (adding 150 new ones to the existing 27). Focus areas will include health, nutrition, education, and digital infrastructure, utilising District Annual Plans and Corporate Social Responsibility funds.​

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra cabinet clears Skill Tech University at Bandra​
The Maharashtra cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Monday approved the Indian Education Society (IES) to establish a private, self-financed IES Skill Tech University in Bandra. ​It is slated to begin operations in the 2026&ndash;27 academic year, focusing on specialised skill training to bridge the employment-supply gap.​ Further, the cabinet approved expanding the Aspirational District Programme to six new districts: Hingoli, Jalna, Palghar, Beed, Dhule, and Parbhani. The programme will now cover a total of 177 tehsils (adding 150 new ones to the existing 27). Focus areas will include health, nutrition, education, and digital infrastructure, utilising District Annual Plans and Corporate Social Responsibility funds.​

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra to receive Rs 3,708 cr Japanese aid to revamp medical and healthcare infrastructure in the state
The Maharashtra government announced on Monday that it will receive financial assistance of Rs 3,708 crore from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to implement a major infrastructure project in the state. According to an official release, the funding, managed by the Medical Education and Drugs Department, will be dedicated to strengthening the state's medical education system, nursing services, and healthcare delivery mechanism. The state government further mentioned that amendments will be made to the Act related to the Maharashtra Medical Council, which regulates medical professionals. Based on the recommendations of a high-level committee, changes will be made to its administrative and institutional structure. Notably, members of the council will now be appointed through government nomination instead of elections.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra to receive Rs 3,708 cr Japanese aid to revamp medical and healthcare infrastructure in the state
The Maharashtra government announced on Monday that it will receive financial assistance of Rs 3,708 crore from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to implement a major infrastructure project in the state. According to an official release, the funding, managed by the Medical Education and Drugs Department, will be dedicated to strengthening the state's medical education system, nursing services, and healthcare delivery mechanism. The state government further mentioned that amendments will be made to the Act related to the Maharashtra Medical Council, which regulates medical professionals. Based on the recommendations of a high-level committee, changes will be made to its administrative and institutional structure. Notably, members of the council will now be appointed through government nomination instead of elections.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: SIT to probe MHADA quota irregularities in Nashik, says minister
Maharashtra Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Monday said that a special investigation team (SIT) will probe alleged irregularities in the implementation of MHADA quota in Nashik, warning that those depriving the poor of their rightful homes won't be spared. The decision comes in the wake of alleged irregularities in the implementation of the 20 per cent MHADA quota reserved for economically weaker sections (EWS) and low-income groups (LIG) in Nashik. On the directions of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, the SIT has been constituted under the chairmanship of the Nashik divisional commissioner, comprising senior state officials.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: SIT to probe MHADA quota irregularities in Nashik, says minister
Maharashtra Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Monday said that a special investigation team (SIT) will probe alleged irregularities in the implementation of MHADA quota in Nashik, warning that those depriving the poor of their rightful homes won't be spared. The decision comes in the wake of alleged irregularities in the implementation of the 20 per cent MHADA quota reserved for economically weaker sections (EWS) and low-income groups (LIG) in Nashik. On the directions of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, the SIT has been constituted under the chairmanship of the Nashik divisional commissioner, comprising senior state officials.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Female HR manager's police custody extended till April 15 in Nashik IT firm sexual harassment case
A local court on Monday extended till April 15 the police custody of the female HR manager of a Nashik-based IT firm in connection with the sexual exploitation and religious conversion case involving some women employees (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Female HR manager's police custody extended till April 15 in Nashik IT firm sexual harassment case
A local court on Monday extended till April 15 the police custody of the female HR manager of a Nashik-based IT firm in connection with the sexual exploitation and religious conversion case involving some women employees (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: &nbsp;Eight workers hurt in hot steam leak at Koradi Thermal Power Station
Eight workers were injured on Monday in a sudden leak of hot steam at the Koradi Thermal Power Station (KTPS) in Nagpur district of Maharashtra, according to State Power Generation Company (MahaGenco). (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: &nbsp;Eight workers hurt in hot steam leak at Koradi Thermal Power Station
Eight workers were injured on Monday in a sudden leak of hot steam at the Koradi Thermal Power Station (KTPS) in Nagpur district of Maharashtra, according to State Power Generation Company (MahaGenco). (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: The initiative creates a direct market link for farmers
The initiative seeks to create a direct market link between mango farmers in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri and urban consumers, helping eliminate middlemen and ensuring better returns for growers. It also aims to support small-scale sellers and agro-entrepreneurs by expanding their access to metropolitan markets.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: The initiative creates a direct market link for farmers
The initiative seeks to create a direct market link between mango farmers in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri and urban consumers, helping eliminate middlemen and ensuring better returns for growers. It also aims to support small-scale sellers and agro-entrepreneurs by expanding their access to metropolitan markets.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: MoU signed for Ranavadi off-stream close-loop pumped storage project in Pune, Raigad
The Water Resources Department of the Maharashtra government on Monday signed an agreement with Novarion Energy for the development of 'Ranavadi off-stream close-loop pumped storage project' in Pune and Raigad districts (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: MoU signed for Ranavadi off-stream close-loop pumped storage project in Pune, Raigad
The Water Resources Department of the Maharashtra government on Monday signed an agreement with Novarion Energy for the development of 'Ranavadi off-stream close-loop pumped storage project' in Pune and Raigad districts (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Senior citizen killed during robbery bid in Nagpur; one held
A 60-year-old disabled man was allegedly strangled to death by three assailants who broke into his house to rob him in Maharashtra's Nagpur city, police said on Monday (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Senior citizen killed during robbery bid in Nagpur; one held
A 60-year-old disabled man was allegedly strangled to death by three assailants who broke into his house to rob him in Maharashtra's Nagpur city, police said on Monday (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Man rapes 13-year-old stepdaughter in Beed; booked
A 13-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by her stepfather in Maharashtra's Beed district, police said on Monday. Based on a complaint, the police have registered a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in connection with the incident, which occurred on April 9, an official said (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Man rapes 13-year-old stepdaughter in Beed; booked
A 13-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by her stepfather in Maharashtra's Beed district, police said on Monday. Based on a complaint, the police have registered a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in connection with the incident, which occurred on April 9, an official said (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Huge crowd gathers in Mumbai to bid farewell to Asha Bhosle
As her final journey passed through the city, a sea of fans, residents, and celebrities lined the streets, many showering flowers and offering emotional tributes. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/photo/in-photos-huge-crowd-gathers-in-mumbai-to-bid-farewell-to-asha-bhosle-110591/1" rel="nofollow">See pictures here.</a>

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Huge crowd gathers in Mumbai to bid farewell to Asha Bhosle
As her final journey passed through the city, a sea of fans, residents, and celebrities lined the streets, many showering flowers and offering emotional tributes. See pictures here.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Asha Bhosle cremated with full state hounours; son Anand lights funeral pyre as nation bids tearful farewell to melody queen
Legendary singer Asha Bhosle was cremated with full state honours on Monday at the Shivaji Park Crematorium in Mumbai, where a large gathering of mourners came together to pay their final respects to the iconic voice that enthralled generations for more than eight decades (ANI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Asha Bhosle cremated with full state hounours; son Anand lights funeral pyre as nation bids tearful farewell to melody queen
Legendary singer Asha Bhosle was cremated with full state honours on Monday at the Shivaji Park Crematorium in Mumbai, where a large gathering of mourners came together to pay their final respects to the iconic voice that enthralled generations for more than eight decades (ANI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra govt issues SOPs for protection of outdoor workers in urban heat risk districts
The Maharashtra government on Monday unveiled a comprehensive set of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) aimed at safeguarding outdoor informal workers in urban heat risk districts, as rising temperatures continue to pose serious health threats across the state, reported IANS.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra govt issues SOPs for protection of outdoor workers in urban heat risk districts
The Maharashtra government on Monday unveiled a comprehensive set of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) aimed at safeguarding outdoor informal workers in urban heat risk districts, as rising temperatures continue to pose serious health threats across the state, reported IANS.

<div>Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Eknath Shinde honours Asha Bhosle, calls her pride of Maharashtra and timeless icon</div>
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<div>Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday paid tributes to the mortal remains of legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle at her residence in Mumbai&rsquo;s Lower Parel area. In his tribute, Shinde described her passing as &ldquo;Swar Samadhi,&rdquo; emphasising that her legacy transcends mortality and will continue to resonate across generations. Calling her a &ldquo;pride of Maharashtra&rdquo; and a symbol of Marathi identity, he said her contribution to Indian music remains unparalleled</div>

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Eknath Shinde honours Asha Bhosle, calls her pride of Maharashtra and timeless icon
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Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday paid tributes to the mortal remains of legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle at her residence in Mumbai&rsquo;s Lower Parel area. In his tribute, Shinde described her passing as &ldquo;Swar Samadhi,&rdquo; emphasising that her legacy transcends mortality and will continue to resonate across generations. Calling her a &ldquo;pride of Maharashtra&rdquo; and a symbol of Marathi identity, he said her contribution to Indian music remains unparalleled

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Asha Bhosle's final journey draws huge crowds in Mumbai
Decked in her favourite white and yellow blooms, the vehicle carrying legendary singer Asha Bhosle's mortal remains made its way to Shivaji Park on Monday as thousands lined the streets to bid a tearful farewell to the voice that defined Indian music for eight decades. Bhosle, one of India's most celebrated playback singers, passed away on Sunday morning due to multi-organ failure at the age of 92 at Breach Candy Hospital (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Asha Bhosle's final journey draws huge crowds in Mumbai
Decked in her favourite white and yellow blooms, the vehicle carrying legendary singer Asha Bhosle's mortal remains made its way to Shivaji Park on Monday as thousands lined the streets to bid a tearful farewell to the voice that defined Indian music for eight decades. Bhosle, one of India's most celebrated playback singers, passed away on Sunday morning due to multi-organ failure at the age of 92 at Breach Candy Hospital (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Condolence resolution passed in cabinet meeting
The cabinet headed by Fadnavis also paid homage to the Bhosle, with a condolence resolution being read out by Chief Secretary Rajesh Agarwal. Deputy Chief Sunetra Pawar and cabinet ministers were present for the meeting (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Condolence resolution passed in cabinet meeting
The cabinet headed by Fadnavis also paid homage to the Bhosle, with a condolence resolution being read out by Chief Secretary Rajesh Agarwal. Deputy Chief Sunetra Pawar and cabinet ministers were present for the meeting (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Government to fulfil Bhosle&rsquo;s vision for a dedicated music institution
Addressing the state cabinet, Fadnavis said that the proposal for a dedicated music institution was originally put forward by Bhosle herself. He assured that the government would take concrete steps to bring her vision to fruition. &ldquo;The proposal for the music institute was mooted by Asha Bhosle, and the state government will take it forward,&rdquo; the Chief Minister said, according to an official statement.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Government to fulfil Bhosle&rsquo;s vision for a dedicated music institution
Addressing the state cabinet, Fadnavis said that the proposal for a dedicated music institution was originally put forward by Bhosle herself. He assured that the government would take concrete steps to bring her vision to fruition. &ldquo;The proposal for the music institute was mooted by Asha Bhosle, and the state government will take it forward,&rdquo; the Chief Minister said, according to an official statement.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: ED raids in money laundering case against Ashok Kharat
The Enforcement Directorate on Monday conducted searches at multiple premises in Maharashtra as part of a money laundering investigation against controversial self-styled godman Ashok Kharat and entities linked to him, officials said (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: ED raids in money laundering case against Ashok Kharat
The Enforcement Directorate on Monday conducted searches at multiple premises in Maharashtra as part of a money laundering investigation against controversial self-styled godman Ashok Kharat and entities linked to him, officials said (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Four drown in water bodies near Vaitarna dam in Nashik
Four youths have drowned in two incidents near the Vaitarna dam in Maharashtra's Nashik district, police said on Monday.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Four drown in water bodies near Vaitarna dam in Nashik
Four youths have drowned in two incidents near the Vaitarna dam in Maharashtra's Nashik district, police said on Monday.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: CM Fadnavis expresses grief as Kalyan accident death toll reaches 11
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: CM Fadnavis expresses grief as Kalyan accident death toll reaches 11

राष्ट्रीय महामार्ग 61 वर कल्याणजवळ दोन वाहनांची धडक होऊन झालेल्या भीषण अपघातात 11 जणांचा मृत्यू झाल्याची घटना अतिशय दुर्दैवी आहे. मी त्यांना भावपूर्ण श्रद्धांजली अर्पण करतो. या कुटुंबियांच्या दुःखात आम्ही सहभागी आहोत. स्थानिक प्रशासनाशी आम्ही संपर्कात आहोत.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Police probe Kalyan crash as overspeeding suspected; major traffic jam near Rayta Bridge
Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances leading to the accident. Preliminary information suggests that excessive speed or a loss of vehicle control may have been the cause of the mishap. The collision also led to a massive traffic jam on the highway near the Rayta Bridge in the Titwala-Kalyan stretch, causing significant disruption to vehicular movement in the area, officials said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Police probe Kalyan crash as overspeeding suspected; major traffic jam near Rayta Bridge
Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances leading to the accident. Preliminary information suggests that excessive speed or a loss of vehicle control may have been the cause of the mishap. The collision also led to a massive traffic jam on the highway near the Rayta Bridge in the Titwala-Kalyan stretch, causing significant disruption to vehicular movement in the area, officials said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Kalyan crash: Nine dead, two critically injured, says Thane SP
Speaking to IANS, Thane Superintendent of Police DS Swami confirmed the casualties, saying, "So far, nine people have lost their lives. Two individuals are injured and remain in critical condition; they are currently undergoing treatment."

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Kalyan crash: Nine dead, two critically injured, says Thane SP
Speaking to IANS, Thane Superintendent of Police DS Swami confirmed the casualties, saying, "So far, nine people have lost their lives. Two individuals are injured and remain in critical condition; they are currently undergoing treatment."

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Nine killed as car with 12 passengers collides with mixer truck near Kalyan
Eight of the total passengers died on the spot, while one passed away at the hospital while receiving treatment. Locals rushed to the spot and tried to help the victims. The vehicle was on its way to Murbad when the collision occurred near Rayta Bridge, close to Kalyan, according to the police.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Nine killed as car with 12 passengers collides with mixer truck near Kalyan
Eight of the total passengers died on the spot, while one passed away at the hospital while receiving treatment. Locals rushed to the spot and tried to help the victims. The vehicle was on its way to Murbad when the collision occurred near Rayta Bridge, close to Kalyan, according to the police.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Kalyan-bound car in head-on crash with mixer truck; 12 passengers on board
Soon after the incident was reported, a team from the Titwala Police Station rushed to the spot and initiated rescue and relief operations. Initial reports indicate that 12 passengers were travelling in the car at the time of the accident.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Kalyan-bound car in head-on crash with mixer truck; 12 passengers on board
Soon after the incident was reported, a team from the Titwala Police Station rushed to the spot and initiated rescue and relief operations. Initial reports indicate that 12 passengers were travelling in the car at the time of the accident.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Kalyan-bound car collides head-on with mixer truck; casualties reported
According to preliminary information, the car was travelling from Kalyan when it collided head-on with a mixer truck. The police stated that the bodies of the deceased have been sent for post-mortem examinations, while the injured have been admitted to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Kalyan-bound car collides head-on with mixer truck; casualties reported
According to preliminary information, the car was travelling from Kalyan when it collided head-on with a mixer truck. The police stated that the bodies of the deceased have been sent for post-mortem examinations, while the injured have been admitted to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Nine killed as dumper truck rams into car in Mumbai's Kalyan
At least nine people were killed, and two others sustained critical injuries after a dumper truck collided with a car in the Kalyan area of Mumbai on Monday, officials said. The accident took place around 11 a.m. on the Rayta Bridge along the Kalyan-Murbad road, authorities mentioned. (IANS)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Nine killed as dumper truck rams into car in Mumbai's Kalyan
At least nine people were killed, and two others sustained critical injuries after a dumper truck collided with a car in the Kalyan area of Mumbai on Monday, officials said. The accident took place around 11 a.m. on the Rayta Bridge along the Kalyan-Murbad road, authorities mentioned. (IANS)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 'Lack of negligence on driver's part rendered petition unmaintainable'
While the judge clarified that receiving such a settlement from a property owner does not legally disqualify a victim from seeking statutory compensation from a vehicle owner, the lack of negligence on the driver's part rendered the petition unmaintainable.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 'Lack of negligence on driver's part rendered petition unmaintainable'
While the judge clarified that receiving such a settlement from a property owner does not legally disqualify a victim from seeking statutory compensation from a vehicle owner, the lack of negligence on the driver's part rendered the petition unmaintainable.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Premises owner paid Rs 31 lakh to victim's wife, observes court
The tribunal further held that the insurance company, New India Assurance Co. Ltd., was not liable due to a breach of policy terms, as the crane driver did not have the required authorisation on his driving licence. The court also took note of the fact that the premises owner, Seabird Marine Services Pvt Ltd., had already paid Rs 31 lakh to the deceased man's wife as a full and final settlement.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Premises owner paid Rs 31 lakh to victim's wife, observes court
The tribunal further held that the insurance company, New India Assurance Co. Ltd., was not liable due to a breach of policy terms, as the crane driver did not have the required authorisation on his driving licence. The court also took note of the fact that the premises owner, Seabird Marine Services Pvt Ltd., had already paid Rs 31 lakh to the deceased man's wife as a full and final settlement.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 'Deceased had ignored safety warnings'
The tribunal, however, found that the deceased had ignored safety warnings, including a red-lettered sign on the machine stating "stay 10 m away from this machine". It also noted that the crane operator's focus is naturally on stacking heavy containers at a height, making it difficult to spot unauthorised persons on the ground.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 'Deceased had ignored safety warnings'
The tribunal, however, found that the deceased had ignored safety warnings, including a red-lettered sign on the machine stating "stay 10 m away from this machine". It also noted that the crane operator's focus is naturally on stacking heavy containers at a height, making it difficult to spot unauthorised persons on the ground.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Dock clerk trespassed into prohibited area and caused 2019 crane accident, court rules
It held that Korade, a dock clerk with a logistics firm, had trespassed into the prohibited area at the Seabird Marine Services CFS and was responsible for the accident that occurred on May 3, 2019. His wife and other family members alleged that a crane was driven negligently and crushed him.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Dock clerk trespassed into prohibited area and caused 2019 crane accident, court rules
It held that Korade, a dock clerk with a logistics firm, had trespassed into the prohibited area at the Seabird Marine Services CFS and was responsible for the accident that occurred on May 3, 2019. His wife and other family members alleged that a crane was driven negligently and crushed him.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Accident occurred in restricted "no man's zone", rules tribunal&nbsp;
A copy of the order passed on April 8 was made available on Monday. The court noted that the accident occurred in a restricted "no man's zone" at a container freight station (CFS) in Dronagiri, Uran.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Accident occurred in restricted "no man's zone", rules tribunal&nbsp;
A copy of the order passed on April 8 was made available on Monday. The court noted that the accident occurred in a restricted "no man's zone" at a container freight station (CFS) in Dronagiri, Uran.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Thane MACT rejects Rs 50-lakh claim in crane accident, cites trespassing by victim The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Maharashtra's Thane district dismissed a Rs 50 lakh compensation claim from the family of a 32-year-old dock employee, crushed to death by a crane in 2019, stating that he had trespassed into a prohibited area without safety gear. MACT member K P Shrikhande observed that while the death of the victim, Kiran Lahanu Korade, was tragic, the petitioners failed to prove rash or negligent driving by the crane operator. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Thane MACT rejects Rs 50-lakh claim in crane accident, cites trespassing by victimThe Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Maharashtra's Thane district dismissed a Rs 50 lakh compensation claim from the family of a 32-year-old dock employee, crushed to death by a crane in 2019, stating that he had trespassed into a prohibited area without safety gear. MACT member K P Shrikhande observed that while the death of the victim, Kiran Lahanu Korade, was tragic, the petitioners failed to prove rash or negligent driving by the crane operator. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Asha Bhosle accorded national flag honour by police
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Police drape the national flag over Asha Bhosle during her funeral at her residence, Ashford Casa Grande Apartments, on Senapati Bapat Marg. PIC/SAYYED SAMEER ABEDI

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Asha Bhosle accorded national flag honour by police

Police drape the national flag over Asha Bhosle during her funeral at her residence, Ashford Casa Grande Apartments, on Senapati Bapat Marg. PIC/SAYYED SAMEER ABEDI

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Asha Bhosle's demise a personal loss, says Maharashtra Minister Ashish Shelar Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar has said he recently met legendary singer Asha Bhosle at her residence, where she recited a Marathi song, adding that her demise is a deeply personal loss for him. The 92-year-old singer who ruled Bollywood for over seven decades with her wide range of memorable songs passed away on Sunday due to multi-organ failure at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Asha Bhosle's demise a personal loss, says Maharashtra Minister Ashish ShelarMaharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar has said he recently met legendary singer Asha Bhosle at her residence, where she recited a Marathi song, adding that her demise is a deeply personal loss for him. The 92-year-old singer who ruled Bollywood for over seven decades with her wide range of memorable songs passed away on Sunday due to multi-organ failure at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. (PTI) 

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Asha Bhosle's last rites to be held with state honours in Mumbai's Shivaji Park The last rites of legendary singer Asha Bhosle will be performed at Shivaji Park in Mumbai on Monday afternoon with state honours. The 92-year-old singer who ruled Bollywood for over seven decades with her wide range of memorable songs passed away on Sunday due to multi-organ failure at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Asha Bhosle's last rites to be held with state honours in Mumbai's Shivaji ParkThe last rites of legendary singer Asha Bhosle will be performed at Shivaji Park in Mumbai on Monday afternoon with state honours. The 92-year-old singer who ruled Bollywood for over seven decades with her wide range of memorable songs passed away on Sunday due to multi-organ failure at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. (PTI) 

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Dollar index rises 0.38 per cent to 98.81; Brent crude jumps over 7 per cent amid US move on Iran
Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was higher by 0.38 per cent at 98.81. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, was trading higher by 7.28 per cent at USD 102.13 per barrel in futures trade after the US said it would blockade Iranian ports beginning Monday.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Dollar index rises 0.38 per cent to 98.81; Brent crude jumps over 7 per cent amid US move on Iran
Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was higher by 0.38 per cent at 98.81. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, was trading higher by 7.28 per cent at USD 102.13 per barrel in futures trade after the US said it would blockade Iranian ports beginning Monday.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Rupee opens lower at 93.30 against US dollar, extends losses in early trade
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 93.30 against the US dollar and lost further ground, trading at 93.32 against the greenback in early deals, down 49 paise from its previous closing level. On Friday, the rupee settled 32 paise lower at 92.83 against the US dollar.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Rupee opens lower at 93.30 against US dollar, extends losses in early trade
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 93.30 against the US dollar and lost further ground, trading at 93.32 against the greenback in early deals, down 49 paise from its previous closing level. On Friday, the rupee settled 32 paise lower at 92.83 against the US dollar.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Rupee plunges 49 paise to 93.32 against US dollar in early trade The rupee depreciated 49 paise to 93.32 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, weighed down by higher crude oil prices and a firm American currency amid a volatile geopolitical situation. Renewed tension in West Asia and uncertainties on the opening of the Strait of Hormuz following inconclusive Iran-US peace talks triggered a surge in crude oil prices, while investors rushed to withdraw funds from domestic equities, putting further pressure on the Indian currency, forex traders said. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Rupee plunges 49 paise to 93.32 against US dollar in early tradeThe rupee depreciated 49 paise to 93.32 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, weighed down by higher crude oil prices and a firm American currency amid a volatile geopolitical situation. Renewed tension in West Asia and uncertainties on the opening of the Strait of Hormuz following inconclusive Iran-US peace talks triggered a surge in crude oil prices, while investors rushed to withdraw funds from domestic equities, putting further pressure on the Indian currency, forex traders said. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Indian stock markets slump 2 pc amid fresh jitters as US-Iran talks fail
Domestic equity benchmarks traded sharply lower on Monday, declining around 2 per cent each amid weak global cues after the US and Iran failed to make progress on peace talks. Sensex plunged as much as 2.16 per cent or 1,675 points to 75,874.85, hitting an intraday low in early trade, while Nifty traded at 23,555, down around 500 points or 2.05 per cent, amid selling pressure in banking and financial, realty, auto and energy stocks. (IANS)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Indian stock markets slump 2 pc amid fresh jitters as US-Iran talks fail
Domestic equity benchmarks traded sharply lower on Monday, declining around 2 per cent each amid weak global cues after the US and Iran failed to make progress on peace talks. Sensex plunged as much as 2.16 per cent or 1,675 points to 75,874.85, hitting an intraday low in early trade, while Nifty traded at 23,555, down around 500 points or 2.05 per cent, amid selling pressure in banking and financial, realty, auto and energy stocks. (IANS)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Lift gets stuck in Thane building, three children rescued safely
Three children were safely rescued after being trapped in a malfunctioning lift at a <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/maharashtra-lpg-cylinder-blasts-trigger-deadly-fire-in-thane-slum-cluster-three-dead-23625212" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Thane</a> Municipal Corporation (TMC) building in Kasarvadavali on Sunday evening. Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported in the incident. According to the Disaster Management Cell of the Thane Municipal Corporation, information about the incident was received at around 7:18 pm from the Ovala Fire Station. The incident took place in a ground-plus-12-storey TMC building located at Kasarvadavali village along Ghodbunder Road in Thane (West).

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Lift gets stuck in Thane building, three children rescued safely
Three children were safely rescued after being trapped in a malfunctioning lift at a Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) building in Kasarvadavali on Sunday evening. Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported in the incident. According to the Disaster Management Cell of the Thane Municipal Corporation, information about the incident was received at around 7:18 pm from the Ovala Fire Station. The incident took place in a ground-plus-12-storey TMC building located at Kasarvadavali village along Ghodbunder Road in Thane (West).

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Bandra&rsquo;s &lsquo;Unlucky&rsquo; junction fixed after cave-in, traffic back to normal
The BMC has repaired the damaged stretch at Bandra&rsquo;s Lucky Junction after a pipe leak caused the road to cave in and flood last week. Traffic has since returned to normal, with residents praising the swift response.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Bandra&rsquo;s &lsquo;Unlucky&rsquo; junction fixed after cave-in, traffic back to normal
The BMC has repaired the damaged stretch at Bandra&rsquo;s Lucky Junction after a pipe leak caused the road to cave in and flood last week. Traffic has since returned to normal, with residents praising the swift response.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Forest officials pitch tigress move to strengthen Radhanagari population
Forest officials have proposed relocating a tigress to Radhanagari Wildlife Sanctuary to enable breeding with existing male tigers and strengthen conservation across the Western Ghats landscape.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Forest officials pitch tigress move to strengthen Radhanagari population
Forest officials have proposed relocating a tigress to Radhanagari Wildlife Sanctuary to enable breeding with existing male tigers and strengthen conservation across the Western Ghats landscape.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: &lsquo;Big ruling party&rsquo; may target own allies, says Rohit Pawar
Rohit Pawar alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party may turn against its own allies, escalating a political row linked to the Ashok Kharat controversy, as BJP leaders dismissed the claims as baseless.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: &lsquo;Big ruling party&rsquo; may target own allies, says Rohit Pawar
Rohit Pawar alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party may turn against its own allies, escalating a political row linked to the Ashok Kharat controversy, as BJP leaders dismissed the claims as baseless.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Citizens flag auto chaos, footpath hazards and bus delays across Mumbai
Mumbaikars have highlighted multiple civic issues&mdash;from rising auto rickshaw congestion in Santacruz and encroached footpaths in Mazgaon to unsafe metro exits and long bus queues in Malad&mdash;urging authorities to act swiftly.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Citizens flag auto chaos, footpath hazards and bus delays across Mumbai
Mumbaikars have highlighted multiple civic issues&mdash;from rising auto rickshaw congestion in Santacruz and encroached footpaths in Mazgaon to unsafe metro exits and long bus queues in Malad&mdash;urging authorities to act swiftly.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Bombay High Court stays order halting Asiatic Society elections
The Bombay High Court has stayed the Charity Commissioner&rsquo;s directive suspending elections to the Asiatic Society of Mumbai, citing prima facie violation of natural justice and lack of prior notice to the managing committee.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Bombay High Court stays order halting Asiatic Society elections
The Bombay High Court has stayed the Charity Commissioner&rsquo;s directive suspending elections to the Asiatic Society of Mumbai, citing prima facie violation of natural justice and lack of prior notice to the managing committee.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Silent satyagraha in Kalyan highlights builder accountability concern
Kalyan residents staged a peaceful protest without slogans, demanding accountability and transparency from the developer regarding maintenance fund usage, while ensuring no disruption to public order.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Silent satyagraha in Kalyan highlights builder accountability concern
Kalyan residents staged a peaceful protest without slogans, demanding accountability and transparency from the developer regarding maintenance fund usage, while ensuring no disruption to public order.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: The Maharashtra cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Monday approved the Indian Education Society (IES) to establish a private, self-financed IES Skill Tech University in Bandra. ​It is slated to begin operations in the 2026&ndash;27 academic year, focusing on specialised skill training to bridge the employment-supply gap.​ Further, the cabinet approved expanding the Aspirational District Programme to six new districts: Hingoli, Jalna, Palghar, Beed, Dhule, and Parbhani. The programme will now cover a total of 177 tehsils (adding 150 new ones to the existing 27). Focus areas will include health, nutrition, education, and digital infrastructure, utilising District Annual Plans and Corporate Social Responsibility funds. We are closing the blog now

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