Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Two sentenced to life term for murder of fruit seller over unpaid loan
&nbsp;A court in Maharashtra's Thane district has sentenced two men to life imprisonment for the murder of a fruit seller in Mira Road area in 2017 over a monetary dispute.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Two sentenced to life term for murder of fruit seller over unpaid loan
&nbsp;A court in Maharashtra's Thane district has sentenced two men to life imprisonment for the murder of a fruit seller in Mira Road area in 2017 over a monetary dispute.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 'Amid expanding work of organisation, RSS opting for decentralisation', says Bhagwat
&nbsp;Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Thursday that the organisation has introduced decentralisation to empower its volunteers amid its expanding work and rising public expectations.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 'Amid expanding work of organisation, RSS opting for decentralisation', says Bhagwat
&nbsp;Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Thursday that the organisation has introduced decentralisation to empower its volunteers amid its expanding work and rising public expectations.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 11 Naxalites with Rs 68 lakh bounty surrender in Gadchiroli; LWE nearing end in district, say cops
Eleven Naxalites, including five senior operatives, with a total bounty of Rs 68 lakh on their heads surrendered before the police and CRPF in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district on Thursday, an official said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 11 Naxalites with Rs 68 lakh bounty surrender in Gadchiroli; LWE nearing end in district, say cops
Eleven Naxalites, including five senior operatives, with a total bounty of Rs 68 lakh on their heads surrendered before the police and CRPF in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district on Thursday, an official said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Activists, commuters unhappy as origin of train to Konkan pushed to Mumbai outskirts
The decision by the railway ministry to convert a special train into a regular Dadar-Gorakhpur express has upset activists and commuters, who say it has pushed the starting point of another train to Maharashtra's Konkan region to Diva on Mumbai's outskirts. The Central Railway has said that running the train to Konkan from Mumbai (Dadar-Ratnagiri) disturbs the operations of the city's suburban services.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Activists, commuters unhappy as origin of train to Konkan pushed to Mumbai outskirts
The decision by the railway ministry to convert a special train into a regular Dadar-Gorakhpur express has upset activists and commuters, who say it has pushed the starting point of another train to Maharashtra's Konkan region to Diva on Mumbai's outskirts. The Central Railway has said that running the train to Konkan from Mumbai (Dadar-Ratnagiri) disturbs the operations of the city's suburban services.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 4 held with hydroponic ganja worth Rs 64 cr at Mumbai airport; Bangkok link cases on rise
The Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) has arrested four passengers at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport here for allegedly smuggling 64.394 kilograms of hydroponic ganja worth more than Rs 64 crore, an official said on Thursday.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 4 held with hydroponic ganja worth Rs 64 cr at Mumbai airport; Bangkok link cases on rise
The Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) has arrested four passengers at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport here for allegedly smuggling 64.394 kilograms of hydroponic ganja worth more than Rs 64 crore, an official said on Thursday.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde leads vibrant &lsquo;Swagat Yatra&rsquo; in Thane on Gudi Padwa
The procession featured a colourful display of folk arts, innovative tableaux conveying social messages, dhol-tasha beats, aerial silk performances, mallakhamb, gymnastics demonstrations, traditional attire cycle rallies, group walks by various organisations, and a women's bike rally

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde leads vibrant &lsquo;Swagat Yatra&rsquo; in Thane on Gudi Padwa
The procession featured a colourful display of folk arts, innovative tableaux conveying social messages, dhol-tasha beats, aerial silk performances, mallakhamb, gymnastics demonstrations, traditional attire cycle rallies, group walks by various organisations, and a women's bike rally

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Metro tunnel damaged due to unauthorised borewell drilling, complaint filed
Mumbai Metro tunnel was reportedly damaged due to an unauthorised borewell drilling near Metro cinema in south <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-local-train-updates-western-railway-introduces-qr-code-system-saral-for-faster-refunds-heres-how-it-works-23621562" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Mumbai</a>, officials said, adding that a police complaint has been filed in connection with the matter.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Metro tunnel damaged due to unauthorised borewell drilling, complaint filed
Mumbai Metro tunnel was reportedly damaged due to an unauthorised borewell drilling near Metro cinema in south Mumbai, officials said, adding that a police complaint has been filed in connection with the matter.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Nifty plunges 3 per cent as West Asia tensions trigger sell-off
fter three days of recovery amid the West Asia conflict,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mid-day.com/business/business-news/article/stock-market-update-sensex-nifty-extend-rally-for-third-day-amid-it-stock-gains-23621477" rel="nofollow">Indian benchmark equity</a> indices plunged over 3 per cent on Thursday. Snapping a three-day rally, weighed down by a sharp rise in crude oil prices and weak global cues.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Nifty plunges 3 per cent as West Asia tensions trigger sell-off
fter three days of recovery amid the West Asia conflict,&nbsp;Indian benchmark equity indices plunged over 3 per cent on Thursday. Snapping a three-day rally, weighed down by a sharp rise in crude oil prices and weak global cues.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Mumbai Metro integration drive gains pace; last-mile connectivity, new lines in focus
<a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/aaditya-thackeray-alleges-bogus-mangrove-replanting-seeks-halt-to-felling-for-mumbai-coastal-road-23621467" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Efforts </a>to improve last-mile connectivity continue through enhanced Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) bus services, foot overbridges, and parking facilities at metro stations. Lines 2B and 9 are slated to become operational soon, with similar digital ticketing features expected to be extended. Chief Minister Fadnavis stated that the initiative supports integrated, accessible public transport and strengthens digital infrastructure in Maharashtra. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Chairman of MMRDA, noted its role in bridging metro stations to final destinations and increasing public transport use.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Mumbai Metro integration drive gains pace; last-mile connectivity, new lines in focus
Efforts to improve last-mile connectivity continue through enhanced Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) bus services, foot overbridges, and parking facilities at metro stations. Lines 2B and 9 are slated to become operational soon, with similar digital ticketing features expected to be extended. Chief Minister Fadnavis stated that the initiative supports integrated, accessible public transport and strengthens digital infrastructure in Maharashtra. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Chairman of MMRDA, noted its role in bridging metro stations to final destinations and increasing public transport use.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: You can now get 50 per cent discount on Mumbai Metro Lines 2A and 7
The <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/photo/in-photos-mmrda-plans-mumbai-metro-expansion-growth-hubs-and-more-in-its-rs-48-072-57-crore-budget-109689/2" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) </a>and Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited (MMMOCL) have enabled booking of quick response (QR)-code-based tickets for Metro Lines 2A (Dahisar East and Andheri West) and 7 (Dahisar East and Andheri East) directly on Uber app, using the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: You can now get 50 per cent discount on Mumbai Metro Lines 2A and 7
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) and Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited (MMMOCL) have enabled booking of quick response (QR)-code-based tickets for Metro Lines 2A (Dahisar East and Andheri West) and 7 (Dahisar East and Andheri East) directly on Uber app, using the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Girl abducted, raped and left unconscious at village centre in Beed
a minor girl was abducted from her home, raped and left unconscious at a village community centre in Maharashtra's Beed district, a <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-crime-news/article/maharashtra-gangster-ravi-pujari-arrested-by-thane-crime-branch-in-2017-extortion-case-23621425" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">police</a> official had said last week, reported the PTI. The incident took place on March 10 when the victim, who is married, was at her house with her husband, the official said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Girl abducted, raped and left unconscious at village centre in Beed
a minor girl was abducted from her home, raped and left unconscious at a village community centre in Maharashtra's Beed district, a police official had said last week, reported the PTI. The incident took place on March 10 when the victim, who is married, was at her house with her husband, the official said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Court relies on testimony and evidence in POCSO case
The <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/elvish-yadav-in-snake-venom-case-supreme-court-quashes-fir-against-youtuber-elvish-yadav-in-snake-venom-case-cites-procedural-lapses-23621591" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">court</a> based its decision on the victim&rsquo;s credible testimony and supporting medical evidence, which confirmed the assault. It rejected the defence&rsquo;s claim that the case was fabricated due to a prior dispute and dismissed the argument that the injuries were caused by a fall, according to the PTI. The judge observed that no parent would falsely implicate someone at the cost of their child&rsquo;s well-being.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Court relies on testimony and evidence in POCSO case
The court based its decision on the victim&rsquo;s credible testimony and supporting medical evidence, which confirmed the assault. It rejected the defence&rsquo;s claim that the case was fabricated due to a prior dispute and dismissed the argument that the injuries were caused by a fall, according to the PTI. The judge observed that no parent would falsely implicate someone at the cost of their child&rsquo;s well-being.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Palghar court sentences man to life for sexually assaulting a 6-year-old girl
A special POCSO court in Palghar district of <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/maharashtra-government-plans-modern-jetty-at-gateway-of-india-to-ease-congestion-manage-heavy-tourist-footfall-23621610" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Maharashtra</a> has sentenced a 35-year-old man to life imprisonment for sexually assaulting a six-year-old girl in 2018, describing the offence as &ldquo;heinous&rdquo;, reported the PTI.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Palghar court sentences man to life for sexually assaulting a 6-year-old girl
A special POCSO court in Palghar district of Maharashtra has sentenced a 35-year-old man to life imprisonment for sexually assaulting a six-year-old girl in 2018, describing the offence as &ldquo;heinous&rdquo;, reported the PTI.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra government aims to improve jetty management
As part of the plan, the Maharashtra government aims to improve jetty management,&nbsp;introduce modern boats and&nbsp;develop marinas and <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/big-relief-for-flyers-dgca-mandates-60-per-cent-seats-in-flights-free-of-charge-for-passengers-issue-directives-for-airlines-23621377" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">passenger amenities</a>, according to the PTI. These steps are expected to enhance both tourist experience and safety at the busy waterfront. The Gateway of India area sees heavy passenger traffic, leading to frequent congestion.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra government aims to improve jetty management
As part of the plan, the Maharashtra government aims to improve jetty management,&nbsp;introduce modern boats and&nbsp;develop marinas and passenger amenities, according to the PTI. These steps are expected to enhance both tourist experience and safety at the busy waterfront. The Gateway of India area sees heavy passenger traffic, leading to frequent congestion.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra plans modern jetty at Gateway of India to manage tourist footfall
The <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-local-train-updates-dadar-ratnagiri-trains-slightly-hit-due-to-mumbai-suburban-rail-operations-says-central-railway-23621588" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Maharashtra</a> government is planning to develop a modern jetty at the Gateway of India to manage heavy tourist footfall and improve passenger movement, reported the PTI. State Ports Development Minister Nitesh Rane informed the state legislative assembly during the ongoing Maharashtra Budget Session 2026 regarding the modern jetty on Wednesday.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra plans modern jetty at Gateway of India to manage tourist footfall
The Maharashtra government is planning to develop a modern jetty at the Gateway of India to manage heavy tourist footfall and improve passenger movement, reported the PTI. State Ports Development Minister Nitesh Rane informed the state legislative assembly during the ongoing Maharashtra Budget Session 2026 regarding the modern jetty on Wednesday.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Girl abducted, raped and left unconscious at village centre in Beed
Meanwhile, in an another incident, a minor girl was abducted from her home, raped and left unconscious at a village community centre in Maharashtra's Beed district, a <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-crime-news/article/maharashtra-gangster-ravi-pujari-arrested-by-thane-crime-branch-in-2017-extortion-case-23621425" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">police</a> official had said last week, reported the PTI. The incident took place on March 10 when the victim, who is married, was at her house with her husband, the official said. "The accused entered the house, gagged and abducted her. He left her tied at the village community centre after raping her. She regained consciousness the following day. She then approached Pimpalner police station after narrating her ordeal to her mother and uncle," he said, according to the PTI.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Girl abducted, raped and left unconscious at village centre in Beed
Meanwhile, in an another incident, a minor girl was abducted from her home, raped and left unconscious at a village community centre in Maharashtra's Beed district, a police official had said last week, reported the PTI. The incident took place on March 10 when the victim, who is married, was at her house with her husband, the official said. "The accused entered the house, gagged and abducted her. He left her tied at the village community centre after raping her. She regained consciousness the following day. She then approached Pimpalner police station after narrating her ordeal to her mother and uncle," he said, according to the PTI.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Palghar court sentences man to life for sexually assaulting a 6-year-old girl\
A special POCSO court in Palghar district of <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/maharashtra-government-plans-modern-jetty-at-gateway-of-india-to-ease-congestion-manage-heavy-tourist-footfall-23621610" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Maharashtra</a> has sentenced a 35-year-old man to life imprisonment for sexually assaulting a six-year-old girl in 2018, describing the offence as &ldquo;heinous&rdquo;, reported the PTI.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Palghar court sentences man to life for sexually assaulting a 6-year-old girl\
A special POCSO court in Palghar district of Maharashtra has sentenced a 35-year-old man to life imprisonment for sexually assaulting a six-year-old girl in 2018, describing the offence as &ldquo;heinous&rdquo;, reported the PTI.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 'Dadar-Ratnagiri trains slightly affected due to Mumbai suburban rail operations', says Central Railway
The Dadar-Ratnagiri trains were recently slightly hit due to suburban rail operations, Central <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-local-train-updates-western-railway-introduces-qr-code-system-saral-for-faster-refunds-heres-how-it-works-23621562" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Railway</a> said on Thursday. The punctuality issues faced were primarily linked to the city operations, it said. An official explained, when Konkan trains enter or leave Diva station to join the Main Line, 6-8 suburban trains near Diva or Vidyavihar are held for 6-10 minutes. This temporary detainment impacts the schedule of suburban services, which require strict adherence to timings due to heavy commuter traffic.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 'Dadar-Ratnagiri trains slightly affected due to Mumbai suburban rail operations', says Central Railway
The Dadar-Ratnagiri trains were recently slightly hit due to suburban rail operations, Central Railway said on Thursday. The punctuality issues faced were primarily linked to the city operations, it said. An official explained, when Konkan trains enter or leave Diva station to join the Main Line, 6-8 suburban trains near Diva or Vidyavihar are held for 6-10 minutes. This temporary detainment impacts the schedule of suburban services, which require strict adherence to timings due to heavy commuter traffic.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Massive fire breaks out at furniture warehouse in Chamunda Complex of Bhiwandi
A massive fire broke out at a furniture warehouse in Chamunda Complex of Bhiwandi area in <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-local-train-updates-dadar-ratnagiri-trains-slightly-hit-due-to-mumbai-suburban-rail-operations-says-central-railway-23621588" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Maharashtra</a>, officials said, adding that the fire-fighting operations were launched following the blaze. According to the Regional Disaster Management Cell (RDMC), the incident took place at around 11:30 am on Thursday.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Massive fire breaks out at furniture warehouse in Chamunda Complex of Bhiwandi
A massive fire broke out at a furniture warehouse in Chamunda Complex of Bhiwandi area in Maharashtra, officials said, adding that the fire-fighting operations were launched following the blaze. According to the Regional Disaster Management Cell (RDMC), the incident took place at around 11:30 am on Thursday.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Strait of Hormuz disruption pushing south Mumbai real estate costs
The ongoing disruption around the Strait of Hormuz amid the <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/world-news/article/us-israel-attack-iran-french-president-macron-urges-to-halt-to-strikes-on-civilian-infrastructure-amid-west-asia-war-23621598" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">West Asia war</a> is beginning to impact real estate sector in parts of the world including India's financial capital in Mumbai, the industry experts say. According to a research, the developers are facing delays of 10-20 days for shipments of construction materials, as vessels are being rerouted via longer routes. This has increased shipping costs by Rs 1.5-3.5 lakh per container, adding pressure on ongoing and upcoming projects.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Strait of Hormuz disruption pushing south Mumbai real estate costs
The ongoing disruption around the Strait of Hormuz amid the West Asia war is beginning to impact real estate sector in parts of the world including India's financial capital in Mumbai, the industry experts say. According to a research, the developers are facing delays of 10-20 days for shipments of construction materials, as vessels are being rerouted via longer routes. This has increased shipping costs by Rs 1.5-3.5 lakh per container, adding pressure on ongoing and upcoming projects.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai Metro tunnel damaged due to unauthorised borewell drilling near Metro cinema, police complaint filed
The Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC) lodged a police complaint against a private water supplier for causing damage to a section of the Mumbai Metro Line 3, also known as the Aqua Line, reported the PTI.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai Metro tunnel damaged due to unauthorised borewell drilling near Metro cinema, police complaint filed
The Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC) lodged a police complaint against a private water supplier for causing damage to a section of the Mumbai Metro Line 3, also known as the Aqua Line, reported the PTI.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Man gets life imprisonment for sexually assaulting minor girl in Palghar
A special POCSO court here has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for sexually assaulting a six-year-old girl in Maharashtra's Palghar district in 2018, describing the crime as "heinous" (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Man gets life imprisonment for sexually assaulting minor girl in Palghar
A special POCSO court here has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for sexually assaulting a six-year-old girl in Maharashtra's Palghar district in 2018, describing the crime as "heinous" (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Fire guts furniture godowns in Thane
A fire broke out in a cluster of furniture godowns in Maharashtra's Thane district on Thursday, damaging three to four units, officials said (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Fire guts furniture godowns in Thane
A fire broke out in a cluster of furniture godowns in Maharashtra's Thane district on Thursday, damaging three to four units, officials said (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: CR announces night block between Titwala and Asangaon on March 18-19 night
Central Railway has announced a special traffic and power block between Titwala and Asangaon near Mumbai during the intervening night of March 18 and 19 (Wednesday and Thursday). The block has been announced in order to facilitate the railway infrastructure work. As per an official statement from Central Railway, the block will be carried out on both UP and DOWN North-East lines from 2.10 am to 2.50 am on March 19

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: CR announces night block between Titwala and Asangaon on March 18-19 night
Central Railway has announced a special traffic and power block between Titwala and Asangaon near Mumbai during the intervening night of March 18 and 19 (Wednesday and Thursday). The block has been announced in order to facilitate the railway infrastructure work. As per an official statement from Central Railway, the block will be carried out on both UP and DOWN North-East lines from 2.10 am to 2.50 am on March 19

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Inside Mumbai's Girgaon Gudi Padwa celebrations
Women dressed in elegant nauvari sarees and adorned with traditional jewellery, while men wore kurta-pyjamas paired with saffron turbans, reflecting the cultural essence of Gudi Padwa in Maharashtra. Take a quick glimpse at the celebration in Girgaon <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/gudi-padwa-2026-mumbais-girgaon-come-alive-with-vibrant-processions-and-dhol-tasha-beats-23621586" rel="nofollow">here</a>

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Inside Mumbai's Girgaon Gudi Padwa celebrations
Women dressed in elegant nauvari sarees and adorned with traditional jewellery, while men wore kurta-pyjamas paired with saffron turbans, reflecting the cultural essence of Gudi Padwa in Maharashtra. Take a quick glimpse at the celebration in Girgaon here

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Actor Amrita Rao participates in Gudi Padwa celebrations in Thane
Actor Amrita Rao, dressed in traditional Marathi attire, also attended the event. She expressed her delight at the scale of the celebrations. "I have never seen such commendable enthusiasm elsewhere. The participation of both the youth and the elderly in Thane is remarkable," she told reporters (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Actor Amrita Rao participates in Gudi Padwa celebrations in Thane
Actor Amrita Rao, dressed in traditional Marathi attire, also attended the event. She expressed her delight at the scale of the celebrations. "I have never seen such commendable enthusiasm elsewhere. The participation of both the youth and the elderly in Thane is remarkable," she told reporters (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra Dy CM Eknath Shinde shares glimpses of Gudi Padwa celebrations in Thane
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra Dy CM Eknath Shinde participates in Gudi Padwa celebrations in Thane
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde participated in the Gudi Padwa celebration in Thane, Maharashtra, on Thursday. Addressing the media, he extended his wishes to everyone on the occassion&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Maharashtra Dy CM Eknath Shinde participates in Gudi Padwa celebrations in Thane
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde participated in the Gudi Padwa celebration in Thane, Maharashtra, on Thursday. Addressing the media, he extended his wishes to everyone on the occassion&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Dadar procession this Gudi Padwa to focus on Marathi schools, jobs and housing concerns 
This year&rsquo;s Gudi Padwa, marking the Maharashtrian New Year, will see celebratory processions across the city. While Girgaon and Thane traditionally host vibrant rallies, a citizen group will organise a separate yatra in Dadar to highlight issues affecting the Marathi community, including the condition of Marathi-medium schools. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-gudi-padwa-procession-in-dadar-flags-marathi-community-concerns-23620956" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Read more.</a>

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Dadar procession this Gudi Padwa to focus on Marathi schools, jobs and housing concerns
This year&rsquo;s Gudi Padwa, marking the Maharashtrian New Year, will see celebratory processions across the city. While Girgaon and Thane traditionally host vibrant rallies, a citizen group will organise a separate yatra in Dadar to highlight issues affecting the Marathi community, including the condition of Marathi-medium schools. Read more.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Gudi Padwa preparations begin in Mumbai as festive stalls appear in Girgaon
Festive preparations for Gudi Padwa have begun in Mumbai, with roadside stalls in Girgaon displaying colourful miniature Gudis, decorations and traditional items. Residents have started shopping ahead of the Marathi New Year celebrations on March 19. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/photo/in-photos-gudi-padwa-preparations-begin-in-mumbai-as-festive-stalls-appear-in-girgaon-110168/3" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">See Photos</a>.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Gudi Padwa preparations begin in Mumbai as festive stalls appear in Girgaon
Festive preparations for Gudi Padwa have begun in Mumbai, with roadside stalls in Girgaon displaying colourful miniature Gudis, decorations and traditional items. Residents have started shopping ahead of the Marathi New Year celebrations on March 19. See Photos.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Tiny tots from Mumbai playgroup lead procession on eve of Gudi Padwa in Lower Parel 
Children from a playgroup, dressed in colourful traditional and themed costumes, took part in a cheerful welcome procession on the eve of Gudi Padwa in Lower Parel, adding joy and festive spirit to the Marathi New Year celebrations. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/photo/in-photos-gudi-padwa-2026-tiny-tots-in-colourful-costumes-lead-welcome-rally-at-mumbais-lower-parel-110197/1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Read more.&nbsp;</a>

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Tiny tots from Mumbai playgroup lead procession on eve of Gudi Padwa in Lower Parel
Children from a playgroup, dressed in colourful traditional and themed costumes, took part in a cheerful welcome procession on the eve of Gudi Padwa in Lower Parel, adding joy and festive spirit to the Marathi New Year celebrations. Read more.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Mumbai Police issue traffic advisory for MNS Gudi Padwa event at Shivaji Park; no parking on 7 Dadar roads 
In view of the large &lsquo;Padwa Melava&rsquo; organised by the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena at Shivaji Park, Dadar West, on Thursday, March 19, 2026, the Mumbai Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory to prevent congestion on key routes across the city. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/gudi-padwa-2026-mumbai-police-issue-traffic-advisory-for-mns-event-at-shivaji-park-no-parking-on-7-dadar-roads-23621483" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Read more.</a>

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Mumbai Police issue traffic advisory for MNS Gudi Padwa event at Shivaji Park; no parking on 7 Dadar roads
In view of the large &lsquo;Padwa Melava&rsquo; organised by the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena at Shivaji Park, Dadar West, on Thursday, March 19, 2026, the Mumbai Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory to prevent congestion on key routes across the city. Read more.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Gudi Padwa 2026 | All you need to know: Top spots for Shobha Yatras, traditions, and festive events in Mumbai 
Gudi Padwa is the vibrant traditional New Year festival celebrated by Marathi and Konkani Hindus on the first day of the Chaitra month (March&ndash;April), marking the arrival of spring and the new harvest. It symbolises victory, prosperity and new beginnings, and is marked by hoisting a &ldquo;Gudi&rdquo; flag, creating rangolis, and enjoying festive sweets like puran poli. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/gudi-padwa-2026-all-you-need-to-know-from-girgaon-to-thane-experience-grand-celebrations-across-cities-23621449" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Read more.</a>

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Gudi Padwa 2026 | All you need to know: Top spots for Shobha Yatras, traditions, and festive events in Mumbai
Gudi Padwa is the vibrant traditional New Year festival celebrated by Marathi and Konkani Hindus on the first day of the Chaitra month (March&ndash;April), marking the arrival of spring and the new harvest. It symbolises victory, prosperity and new beginnings, and is marked by hoisting a &ldquo;Gudi&rdquo; flag, creating rangolis, and enjoying festive sweets like puran poli. Read more.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus glows for Marathi New Year 
On the eve of Gudi Padwa, Mumbai&rsquo;s iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus glowed in auspicious colours, symbolising festive spirit and welcoming the Marathi New Year with grandeur and cultural pride.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus glows for Marathi New Year
On the eve of Gudi Padwa, Mumbai&rsquo;s iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus glowed in auspicious colours, symbolising festive spirit and welcoming the Marathi New Year with grandeur and cultural pride.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Gudi Padwa processions celebrate tradition and spirit in Prabhadevi 
Vibrant Gudi Padwa processions filled Prabhadevi streets with music, traditional attire and cultural performances, as residents celebrated the Marathi New Year with enthusiasm, unity and festive fervour across Mumbai.&nbsp;
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Processions in Prabhadevi, Mumbai on Thursday. PIC/ SAMEER ABEDI

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Gudi Padwa processions celebrate tradition and spirit in Prabhadevi
Vibrant Gudi Padwa processions filled Prabhadevi streets with music, traditional attire and cultural performances, as residents celebrated the Marathi New Year with enthusiasm, unity and festive fervour across Mumbai.&nbsp;

Processions in Prabhadevi, Mumbai on Thursday. PIC/ SAMEER ABEDI

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Gudi Padwa celebrated in Maharashtra; CM Fadnavis joins shobha yatra 
Celebrations began with a shobha yatra in Nagpur on the occasion of 'Gudi Padwa' on Thursday, ushering in the Marathi New Year with great enthusiasm and traditional fervour. The city witnessed vibrant processions, cultural performances, and widespread participation from people across all age groups. (ANI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Gudi Padwa celebrated in Maharashtra; CM Fadnavis joins shobha yatra
Celebrations began with a shobha yatra in Nagpur on the occasion of 'Gudi Padwa' on Thursday, ushering in the Marathi New Year with great enthusiasm and traditional fervour. The city witnessed vibrant processions, cultural performances, and widespread participation from people across all age groups. (ANI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Modern jetty planned at Gateway of India to handle tourist rush, says Minister 
The Maharashtra government is planning to develop a modern jetty at the Gateway of India in view of the heavy tourist footfall at the landmark monument, Ports Development Minister Nitesh Rane has said. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Modern jetty planned at Gateway of India to handle tourist rush, says Minister
The Maharashtra government is planning to develop a modern jetty at the Gateway of India in view of the heavy tourist footfall at the landmark monument, Ports Development Minister Nitesh Rane has said. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: After months of waiting, Pahalgam attack victim's daughter appointed in PMC as Class II officer 
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) on Wednesday appointed Asawari Jagdale to a Class II administrative post, nearly a year after her father's demise in the Pahalgam terror attack. Asawari Jagdale's new job after her father's death will provide a major relief to her family. (ANI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: After months of waiting, Pahalgam attack victim's daughter appointed in PMC as Class II officer
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) on Wednesday appointed Asawari Jagdale to a Class II administrative post, nearly a year after her father's demise in the Pahalgam terror attack. Asawari Jagdale's new job after her father's death will provide a major relief to her family. (ANI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Aaditya Thackeray seeks halt to mangrove cutting, calls plantation claims &ldquo;bogus
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray has demanded an immediate halt to the cutting of around 45,000 mangroves in Mumbai, raising serious environmental concerns and allegations of fraud.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Aaditya Thackeray seeks halt to mangrove cutting, calls plantation claims &ldquo;bogus
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray has demanded an immediate halt to the cutting of around 45,000 mangroves in Mumbai, raising serious environmental concerns and allegations of fraud.&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: In an atmosphere filled with enthusiasm and cultural fervour, the annual &lsquo;Navvarsh Swagat Yatra&rsquo; was held in Thane on Thursday to mark <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/gudi-padwa-2026-mumbais-girgaon-come-alive-with-vibrant-processions-and-dhol-tasha-beats-23621586?button=next" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Gudi Padwa</a>, the Maharashtrian New Year. The procession was jointly organised by Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) and Kopineshwar Sanskrutik Nyas. We are closing the LIVE blog.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: In an atmosphere filled with enthusiasm and cultural fervour, the annual ‘Navvarsh Swagat Yatra’ was held in Thane on Thursday

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