Articles by Sameera Kapoor Munshi
Two pedestrians die after being struck by pvt bus in Rabale
A bus lost control on Thane-Belapur Road, killing two pedestrians and injuring others. The driver cited vehicle malfunction; an investigation is ongoing.
Updated on Oct 31, 2024 06:40 AM IST
Crime branch recovers pistols from history sheeters
Navi Mumbai police seized firearms from two history sheeters, arresting them for illegal possession. Investigations into their sources continue.
Updated on Oct 31, 2024 06:14 AM IST
20 Nigerians arrested with drugs worth ₹1.22 crore in Kharghar
In a major drug bust, Navi Mumbai police arrested 20 Nigerians and seized drugs worth ₹1.22 crore from community kitchens in Kharghar
Updated on Oct 30, 2024 09:32 AM IST
Two died in separate road accidents in Navi Mumbai
Two fatal road accidents in Navi Mumbai late Saturday claimed the lives of two motorcyclists due to negligence, prompting police action against the accused.
Updated on Oct 29, 2024 08:40 AM IST
Illegal unit making counterfeit cigarettes busted; cops seize stock, machine worth ₹5 crore
Raigad police busted a fake Gold Flake cigarette unit in Karjat, arresting 15 men and seizing goods worth ₹5 crore. A manhunt for the main accused is ongoing.
Updated on Oct 26, 2024 07:32 AM IST
3 dead as car rams into stationary truck on Vashi bridge
Three people, including a retired couple, died in a car crash into a stationary dumper truck on Vashi Creek bridge in Navi Mumbai early Friday.
Updated on Oct 26, 2024 07:28 AM IST
Man convicted of murder in 2008 kills live-in partner in Panvel
Kamlya Rago Nirguda was arrested by the Panvel Taluka police under section 103 (murder) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita on Tuesday
Published on Oct 24, 2024 12:13 PM IST
Teen run over by train while crossing railway track, dies
A 16-year-old girl died after being hit by a train while crossing tracks at Seawoods station, disrupting services for half an hour.
Updated on Oct 23, 2024 08:12 AM IST
Gang that hired unemployed youth to execute interstate cyber fraud busted
Navi Mumbai police bust an inter-state gang using unemployed youth for online fraud, arresting 11 and uncovering extensive fraudulent operations.
Updated on Oct 21, 2024 06:48 AM IST
1 dead, 3 injured after car rams parked truck in Navi Mumbai
A Customs officer died and two were injured in Navi Mumbai when their car hit a stationary truck. A biker was also hurt; the truck driver faces charges.
Updated on Oct 21, 2024 06:40 AM IST
Raigad homestay owner killed by drunk tourists, 3 arrested
Four drunk men killed a woman in Raigad after a dispute over a homestay. Three were arrested; the driver is still at large
Updated on Oct 21, 2024 09:03 AM IST
9 years on, Uran bus incident still fresh in residents’ minds
Residents protested for the restoration of NMMT bus services to Uran, citing unfulfilled compensation promises after a fatal accident nine months ago.
Updated on Oct 20, 2024 07:48 AM IST
Salman Khan farmhouse case: 6th Bishnoi gang aide arrested from Panipat
The accused is considered an expert in smuggling arms and weapons into India from his alleged handler Dogar, who is based in Pakistan. Sukha, along with the Bishnoi gang members, had planned to use weapons from Pakistan to execute the alleged plot to kill Salman Khan.
Updated on Oct 18, 2024 09:16 AM IST
Sameera Kapoor Munshi, Navi Mumbai
Bishnoi gang shooter arrested in Salman Khan Farmhouse case
Navi Mumbai police arrested Sukha Kalluya, linked to the Bishnoi gang, for plotting to kill Salman Khan using smuggled weapons, including a Zigana pistol.
Updated on Oct 18, 2024 07:18 AM IST
Navi Mumbai police arrest alleged plotter in Salman Khan farmhouse surveillance
Sukha Singh, a key suspect in the surveillance of Bollywood actor Salman Khan's farmhouse in Panvel last April, was apprehended by police on Wednesday
Published on Oct 17, 2024 01:05 PM IST
Kharghar teenager falls victim to ₹15 lakh QR code phishing scam
The teenager, who hails from a builder's family, was searching for accommodation near his college to avoid daily commutes from Navi Mumbai
Published on Oct 17, 2024 11:58 AM IST
Navi Mumbai police bust inter-state gang committing financial fraud
Cyber police arrested Ashiq Ali, part of a gang posing as bank staff to steal personal loan details. Four accomplices remain at large.
Updated on Oct 16, 2024 07:30 AM IST
Shopkeeper kills man for eating chikkis straight out of the jar
Navi Mumbai: A shopkeeper from Mahape MIDC area in Navi Mumbai and his assistants allegedly beat up a 24-year-old man to death after he ate two pieces of chikkis from a jar placed at the shop counter on Saturday
Updated on Oct 15, 2024 07:34 AM IST
State approves independent police station for Ulwe in Navi Mumbai
The decision follows a proposal submitted by the Director General of Police on August 12, 2024, highlighting the need for a separate police station
Published on Oct 12, 2024 06:05 PM IST
Shinde inaugurates NMMC, CIDCO development projects worth ₹410 crore
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday inaugurated and conducted ground-breaking ceremonies for more than 25 development works
Published on Oct 12, 2024 01:35 PM IST
Constable arrested for smuggling drugs worth ₹10L in Taloja jail
A Taloja jail constable in Navi Mumbai was arrested for smuggling drugs worth ₹10.08 lakh into the prison, hidden in his tiffin during a security check.
Updated on Oct 11, 2024 07:22 AM IST
Joyride on pothole-ridden road turns fatal for engineering student
A car driven by unlicensed teen Arnav Birari crashed in Kharghar, killing Darsh Jain and injuring Yash Maurya. Police have filed multiple charges.
Updated on Oct 11, 2024 06:36 AM IST
ACB arrests NRI Sagari police station in-charge while accepting bribe
The officer allegedly called the relative for the second time even after the accused was already taken into judicial custody and was sent to Taloja jail
Published on Oct 10, 2024 05:12 PM IST
Sixth and last accused arrested in Navi Mumbai double murder case
Navi Mumbai police arrested Rehan Khan, the last accused in a builder murder case. The crime stemmed from a hit job gone wrong over a financial dispute.
Updated on Oct 08, 2024 09:02 AM IST
Duo wanted for multiple crimes in Delhi arrested in Navi Mumbai
The police were investigating a spate of chain-snatching and robbery incidents reported on September 23 and 26 in various parts of Navi Mumbai when they were led to the accused
Updated on Oct 08, 2024 08:30 AM IST
PM Modi in Thane: Total ban on heavy vehicles into city from Friday to Saturday
The restriction will be in effect from Friday midnight to Saturday midnight, prohibiting the movement of heavy vehicles from Navi Mumbai towards Thane
Updated on Oct 04, 2024 04:49 PM IST
Wife of policeman dupes 16 of ₹82 lakh
A Navi Mumbai police constable's wife duped 16 people, including police families, of ₹82 lakh through a fake chit fund scheme, prompting a police investigation.
Updated on Oct 02, 2024 08:24 AM IST
29-year-old dies in accident after ringing in b’day
Police suspect the vehicle was speeding and Aniket Balu Pawar lost control of the vehicle while taking a turn as he was driving rashly
Updated on Oct 01, 2024 08:00 AM IST
22-year-old out on picnic with family drowns in Zenith
A 22-year-old woman drowned in a Maharashtra waterfall during heavy rains while on a family outing. Her body was found 2.5 km away after an hour-long search.
Updated on Sep 27, 2024 08:14 AM IST
Revenue authorities bust gang that usurped govt land in Uran
The forgery came to light after the process of land acquisition had begun at Vindhane for the Virar-Alibag Multi-Modal Corridor (VAMMC) project
Updated on Sep 25, 2024 09:28 AM IST