Articles by Sameera Kapoor Munshi
44-yr-old woman dies of heart attack in NMMC swimming pool
A 44-year-old woman, identified as Shreya Sandeep Bhoir, who had enrolled for swimming classes in the recently inaugurated Olympic-size pool in Vashi constructed by Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC), died by the poolside on February 7 after going into cardiac arrest.
Published on Feb 09, 2025 05:56 AM IST
12-year-old boy crushed by dumper truck in Belapur
A 12-year-old boy was killed by a dumper truck in Belapur while cycling home. Residents demand action against heavy vehicle movement in residential areas.
Published on Feb 06, 2025 08:32 AM IST
Helmet assault in road rage incident kills Kharghar man
The altercation escalated near Utsav Chowk, and the victim was repeatedly assaulted with a helmet by the accused
Published on Feb 04, 2025 07:54 AM IST
Silent human chain calls for protection of Nerul’s flamingo wetlands
Navi Mumbai saw a peaceful 'silent human chain' protest urging the government to protect the 30-acre wetlands near Nerul, home to flamingos, on World Wetlands Day.
Published on Feb 03, 2025 07:24 AM IST
22-year-old woman killed by ex-boyfriend in New Panvel
Navi Mumbai: A 22-year-old woman was brutally murdered by her ex-boyfriend at her residence in Khandeshwar near Panvel on January 31
Published on Feb 02, 2025 07:24 AM IST
4-year-old girl run over by a reversing pick-up van
Navi Mumbai: A four-year-old girl was fatally run over by a reversing pickup van on Wednesday morning while on her way to the doctor with her mother
Published on Jan 31, 2025 08:00 AM IST
Missing 22-year-old man found murdered in Rabale, theft angle suspected
A missing 22-year-old man, Manoj Bind, was found murdered in Navi Mumbai. His death may be linked to an ATM theft complaint he filed. Investigations are ongoing.
Published on Jan 31, 2025 07:44 AM IST
Autorickshaw driver dies as speeding car crashes into parked vehicles near Juinagar railway station
Navi Mumbai: Ghanshyam Jaiswal, 50, died when a speeding Honda City crashed into parked rickshaws. Driver Vishnu Rathod arrested for negligence.
Published on Jan 30, 2025 07:02 AM IST
12-year-old raped, abandoned at Ghansoli rly station
NAVI MUMBAI: Vashi GRP launches manhunt after a 12-year-old girl was found alone at Ghansoli station, confirmed to be sexually abused; investigation ongoing.
Published on Jan 30, 2025 06:36 AM IST
24-year-old killed during fight over party contributions
In Kharghar, 24-year-old Jayesh Waghe was killed after an argument over party contributions. Accused Mannu Sharma has been arrested.
Published on Jan 29, 2025 08:04 AM IST
Navi Mumbai residents lost ₹440 cr to cyber fraud in 2024
Navi Mumbai residents lost ₹440 crore to cyber fraud in 2024, with 436 complaints filed. Awareness programs increased, and crime detection rates improved.
Updated on Jan 28, 2025 07:42 AM IST
Navi Mumbai developers fined ₹1.40 crore for violating pollution norms
During onsite inspections conducted by NMMC officials, the developers were found neglecting measures designed to control air and noise pollution
Updated on Jan 24, 2025 12:11 PM IST
Candidate held for cheating using spy cam
The accused, identified as Akash Bhausing Ghunavat from Jalna, was involved in a similar case in 2023, said police
Updated on Jan 22, 2025 04:25 AM IST
Ulwe residents suffocate as cement plant chokes air
Residents of more than 50 residential buildings in sector 3 of Ulwe, grappling with persistent respiratory diseases for last three years, attribute their ill health to the presence of a cement and precast plant in the vicinity
Updated on Jan 21, 2025 06:12 AM IST
Mumbra resident arrested for Navi Mumbai house break-ins
An inter-state investigation by the central unit of the crime branch has resulted in recovering goods worth ₹60 lakh, stolen by an accused in a series of house break-ins in Navi Mumbai.
Updated on Jan 17, 2025 08:04 AM IST
Speeding car hits 2 pedestrians, one dies
NAVI MUMBAI: A speeding car hit two pedestrians in Taloja, killing one and injuring another. The driver has been arrested; investigations continue.
Updated on Jan 15, 2025 08:10 AM IST
Police arrest the 2 bike borne men who publicly shot at contractor
NAVI MUMBAI: Two men arrested for shooting contractor Rajaram Thoke in Sanpada over a contract rivalry. The attack was planned for six months.
Updated on Jan 15, 2025 06:50 AM IST
Traffic diversions announced in Kharghar for PM Modi's visit
Traffic Police have implemented significant traffic diversions in Kharghar ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit on January 15
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 09:36 AM IST
Hunter killed in freak mishap in Raigad
A 32-year-old hunter in Raigad died after a rifle accidentally discharged while he was climbing down a tree. Police filed a negligence case.
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 08:14 AM IST
2 women on scooter killed in hit and run
MUMBAI: Two women died after their scooter collided with a speeding Skoda car at Kopri flyover; the driver fled. Police have registered a case.
Updated on Jan 13, 2025 07:44 AM IST
18-year-old biker dies after ramming into truck; 2 pillions injured
NAVI MUMBAI: An 18-year-old, Aayan Nerekar, died after his bike crashed into a dumper. Two friends were injured. Police are investigating the incident.
Updated on Jan 13, 2025 03:00 AM IST
Operator crushed under excavator while unloading it from trailer
Navi Mumbai: Ajay Mangar Mahto, 28, died when an excavator he was unloading toppled over him. Police filed an FIR against him for negligence.
Updated on Jan 11, 2025 07:58 AM IST
Two college students run over by bus after falling off bike
NAVI MUMBAI: Two 19-year-old hotel management students were killed by a bus after falling from their bike on Sion-Panvel highway due to an uneven road.
Updated on Jan 09, 2025 09:38 AM IST
Man, 25, rapes minor cousin sister, arrested
MUMBAI: The Roha police are investigating an alleged rape of an 11-year-old girl by her 25-year-old cousin brother at Warse village in Raigad district
Updated on Jan 09, 2025 09:16 AM IST
Duped investors narrate their ordeal
Investors in Torres scheme lost millions, lured by promises of high returns. Many borrowed money, only to find the company shut down unexpectedly.
Updated on Jan 08, 2025 09:08 AM IST
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GRP constable murdered by wife, her lover: Police
Navi Mumbai police solved the murder of constable Vijay Chavan, revealing his wife's affair led to his death; she and three others were arrested.
Updated on Jan 07, 2025 09:32 AM IST
1 dead in multi-vehicle collision on highway
A 39-year-old biker was killed and a car driver grievously injured following a collision involving multiple vehicles on the Sion-Panvel highway, on Sunday afternoon.The accident, as per the FIR registered with the Nerul police, was caused by a speeding dumper close to the Jui Nagar railway station.
Updated on Jan 06, 2025 08:24 AM IST
4 killed, 2 seriously injured as towing van rams into SUV on Mumbai-Goa highway
A van towing a high-end car rammed Into a stationed SUV on the Mumbai-Goa highway, causing death of four people and leaving two others grievously injured
Updated on Jan 04, 2025 08:53 AM IST
Contractor sustains grievous injuries after 2 bike-borne men shoot at him
Navi Mumbai: A garbage contractor, Rajaram Dhoke, was shot multiple times by two assailants in Sanpada, suspected to be a case of professional rivalry.
Updated on Jan 04, 2025 07:34 AM IST
4 killed in Navi Mum on Jan 1 due to reckless driving
Navi Mumbai saw four fatal incidents on New Year's Day, including two pedestrians and two bikers, due to reckless driving and hit-and-run cases.
Updated on Jan 03, 2025 08:12 AM IST