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Travelling Into Mumbai for Ganeshotsav: Trains, Road Closures and Where to Stay

Why Mumbai's Transport Grid Shifts Completely During GaneshotsavGaneshotsav does not just add crowds to Mumbai, it reorganises the city. The ten-day festival, anchored by massive public Ganesh installations called sarvajanik mandals, draws lakhs of visitors from Maharashtra and beyond, and the municipal corporation responds by closing or restricting vehicle movement…

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Dahi Handi 2026 Mumbai: Date, time, celebration venues, alternate routes and more

Dahi Handi 2026 Mumbai: Check Dahi Handi date, timings: Dahi Handi 2026 will be celebrated across Mumbai and the wider metropolitan region on Saturday, September 5, following Janmashtami on September 4. Major areas including Dadar, Ghatkopar, Worli and Thane are expected to see Govinda pathaks and large crowds. Visitors should…

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Last call, then silence: Thane father awaits news of son missing after Nepal flash floods

A Thane father anxiously awaits news of his son, Abhishek Ghone, missing after Nepal flash floods. His last call came hours before the devastating floods struck central Nepal. Authorities have not provided concrete information regarding the missing pilgrims. One friend used AI to track Abhishek's location, suggesting a safe zone.…

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Over 36,000 firms shut operations in Maharashtra in 5 yrs; Oppn claims graft, govt interference

In Maharashtra, over 36,000 private companies have been dissolved within the last five years, particularly affecting the business services and manufacturing industries, thereby limiting job opportunities. Opposition figures blame these closures on government corruption and mishandling, challenging the narrative of economic growth and employment creation. Notably, Mumbai City, Pune, and…

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How Daily Earphone Use During Commutes Is Causing Hearing Loss and Tinnitus in Young Indians

The Volume You Choose Is Not the Volume You HearThe average Mumbai local train runs at around 90 decibels of ambient noise. A Delhi metro platform during peak hour sits between 85 and 95 decibels. When you plug in earphones in that environment, your brain does not register the background…

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Mumbai weather today: Rain returns after brief break, IMD issues red, orange and yellow alerts across Maharashtra

Mumbai weather today: Mumbai and nearby areas anticipate fresh rainfall starting Thursday, July 30. The India Meteorological Department issued yellow alerts for Mumbai and Thane. Palghar district faces an orange alert for Friday with heavy rainfall expected. A deep depression system over Odisha has triggered this monsoon revival. Maharashtra districts…

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Maharashtra records 87.79 pc distribution, 60.44 pc digitisation of enumeration forms under SIR

Maharashtra has distributed over eighty-seven percent of elector forms during the ongoing revision. Sixty percent of these distributed forms have now been successfully digitized. Hingoli district leads in form distribution, while Ratnagiri leads in digitization efforts. Major urban districts like Thane and Mumbai show lower percentages for both tasks. This…

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Mumbai, Thane, Palghar weather update: IMD issues orange alert as heavy rains lash financial capital; check forecast

Mumbai rains weather forecast: The India Meteorological Department issued orange alerts for Mumbai and surrounding districts due to heavy rainfall. Neighboring regions like Thane and Raigad are also under similar warnings for the next 24 hours. Palghar district administration declared a holiday for all educational institutions after a red alert.…

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School holiday tomorrow, July 23: Check latest Mumbai school update, IMD forecast

School holiday tomorrow: Schools in Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar will remain open on Thursday, July 23, as no city-wide holiday has been declared. Local authorities will decide on school closures based on real-time weather and safety conditions. The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for Thane and Palghar, forecasting…

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Mumbai Weather Today (July 22): Are schools open as IMD issues yellow alert for heavy rain? Check forecast, closure update

School Holiday: Heavy rainfall alerts are in effect for Thane and Palghar districts. Mumbai is under a yellow alert, anticipating isolated heavy rain showers. Authorities have not announced any city-wide school closures at this time. However, district officials can decide on closures if conditions worsen locally. Schools and colleges across…

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Thane dosa shop owner reveals why Rs 13 lakh monthly revenue now leaves him with just Rs 1 lakh savings, sparks debate on revenue vs profit. Watch video

A Thane dosa shop owner shared business financial realities online. He earns ₹12-13 lakh monthly revenue but saves only ₹1 lakh. High operating costs like rent and salaries significantly reduce profits. The viral video sparked discussions on revenue versus actual business profit. This highlights the challenges faced by small business…

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Bullet train: Second tunnel boring machine begins excavation for tunnel beneath Thane creek

A second tunnel boring machine has begun excavating for the rail tunnel under Thane Creek. This critical section will be the country's first undersea tunnel for any rail corridor. The machine is among the largest ever deployed for rail tunnel construction in India. It utilizes advanced technology to actively stabilize…

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Shiv Sena corporator arrested for assaulting doctors at Thane civic hospital

Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre was arrested for assaulting hospital staff. The incident occurred after doctors advised a family to shift a newborn. A viral video showed Mhatre and supporters assaulting medical personnel. Police registered a case against Mhatre and five others following protests. The Shiv Sena distanced itself and…

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Mumbai school, college & office holiday (July 9): Is there a closure tomorrow? Check latest IMD forecast, BMC update & advisory

Mumbai school holiday July 9: Mumbai schools, colleges, and offices are expected to remain open on Thursday, July 9. The India Meteorological Department has issued a Yellow Alert for Mumbai and Thane. This alert warns of thunderstorms, lightning, and squally winds across the region. Authorities have not announced any city-wide…

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Mumbai Weather Tomorrow July 9: IMD issues heavy rain alert; how long will the rainy spell continue? Check detailed forecast

Mumbai weather tomorrow July 9: Mumbai and Thane are under a Yellow Alert for thunderstorms, lightning and squally winds on Thursday. Light to moderate rainfall with intermittent showers is expected throughout the day. Commuters are advised to exercise caution as wet roads, reduced visibility and localised waterlogging could disrupt travel.…

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Heavy rain triggers tree falls, wall collapse in Thane; fireman injured

Heavy rains and strong winds battered Thane and Palghar districts, causing widespread damage. A fireman sustained severe leg injuries while clearing an uprooted tree. A large billboard and two walls collapsed, disrupting traffic and damaging property. Low-lying areas experienced flooding, with rescue teams on high alert. Despite the chaos, all…

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Mumbai Rain Situation Today: Latest status on Pune Expressway, trains, flights and buses. What's open, what's closed

Mumbai Rains News Today: Mumbai and its surrounding regions are grappling with severe monsoon disruptions. Torrential rains have triggered landslides, leading to the closure of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and suspension of rail services on the ghat section. Air travel is also affected by delays and cancellations. Schools and colleges in…

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IMD issues red alert in Mumbai, Thane amid heavy downpour; Ram Mandir area records 206.5 mm rainfall

Mumbai and Thane are under a red alert as heavy rainfall causes widespread waterlogging. Significant rainfall has been recorded across the city, with areas like Andheri Subway experiencing severe inundation. Authorities are urging citizens to avoid non-essential travel and to stay away from the seafront. Rescue teams are deployed, and…

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How Leopards Across India Have Quietly Colonised Cities and Why Nobody Notices Them

The Biology That Makes Invisibility PossibleLeopards see in light conditions six times dimmer than what a human eye needs to function. Their retinas carry a high density of rod cells and a reflective layer called the tapetum lucidum, which bounces available light back through the photoreceptors a second time. At…

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'Normal marital wear and tear' not cruelty: Maharashtra court acquits 3 in dowry, suicide abetment case

A Thane court has acquitted a husband and his parents in a dowry harassment and abetment to suicide case. The judge ruled that "normal wear and tear of matrimonial life" doesn't constitute cruelty, and the prosecution failed to prove a direct link between the accused's actions and the 21-year-old nurse's…

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Mumbai rains today: Are schools closed? Local trains, flights running? Latest updates

Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar are under a red alert with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected. Severe waterlogging has impacted normal life in Mumbai, leading to school closures in Palghar. Despite the adverse weather, Mumbai's local trains are running as usual on all major suburban routes. Flight operations remain unaffected,…

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Maharashtra TET 2026 paper leak: Thane Police arrest accused's wife from Patna

Thane Police have arrested the wife of the accused from Patna in connection with the alleged Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2026 paper leak case, officials said on Tuesday.

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A pig at the gate, TV cameras outside: The making of a viral Eid controversy

For two days in late May, several television channels ran breathless coverage of events outside Poonam Cluster 1, a cooperative housing society in the Mira Road suburb of Thane district.

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Birthday horror! 3-year-old swallows metal wires hidden in cake decorations in Mumbai

A three-year-old boy in Thane narrowly escaped injury after accidentally swallowing two metal wires hidden within his birthday cake's decorations. The incident, which occurred during a celebration, prompted his family to raise concerns about food safety and the undisclosed use of non-edible materials in baked goods. Fortunately, the wires passed…

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Citizens, experts oppose Thane Ring Metro project, cite planning flaws

Thane residents and transport experts are opposing the new Rs 12,200 crore Integrated Ring Metro project. They call it a waste of public money, citing route overlaps and bypassing key areas. Activists demand a halt to work and tree felling. They also highlight environmental threats and potential traffic issues. The…

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