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Man gets 17 stitches after falling into partially covered manhole
A Central Railway employee was injured after falling into a partially covered manhole on a footpath in Thakurli, Dombivli, India. Sundaram Iyer suffered a deep cut to his thigh, requiring surgery and 17 stitches. The manhole was near a school and Iyer called on authorities to replace the cover to prevent further accidents.

Brokerage firm staffer arrested for duping customer of ₹1.58 cr
A former Motilal Oswal Financial Services employee was arrested for fraudulently siphoning ₹1.58 crore from a senior citizen's demat account by changing account details and forging her signature, and transferring shares to his bank account.

Clash over credit delays ₹165-cr skill centre project in Pune’s Baner
Political rivalry between deputy CMs Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde is delaying the ₹165-crore skill development centre in Pune's Baner. PMC has requested CM Devendra Fadnavis to intervene and lay the foundation stone amid credit disputes.

2008 Malegaon blast case: Special NIA court likely to give judgment on July 31
Special NIA court set to deliver verdict on July 31 in 2008 Malegaon blast case, involving seven accused including BJP MP Pragya Singh Thakur. The bomb killed six and injured 101 in a Muslim-majority area, with trial concluding after examining 323 witnesses.

50,000 to 60,000 illegal school buses in Maha, transport min warns RTOs
Transport minister warns of 50,000-60,000 illegal school buses in Maharashtra, giving owners three months to register. Emphasis on student safety, with potential action against RTO officials if unauthorized buses continue operating after the deadline.

HC orders survey of alleged encroachments on IIT Bombay land
High court orders survey of alleged land encroachments around IIT Bombay after a PIL revealed unauthorized occupation by contractors. Collector to investigate claims, ensure police protection, and remove illegal structures if encroachment is confirmed.

PIL seeks heritage status for Savarkar Sadan
Public interest litigation filed in Bombay HC seeks heritage status for Savarkar Sadan in Mumbai, preventing potential demolition and preserving the historic residence of Hindutva ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, which currently houses a mini museum.

275 Bangladeshis detained in six days
Mumbai police detained 275 Bangladeshi nationals in six days, bringing the year's total to 650. Around 200 have been deported following a home ministry notification targeting illegal immigrants working in various sectors, with 350 cases registered.

13 flights cancelled at Pune airport amid India-Pak tensions
Pune airport cancelled 13 flights due to Operation Sindoor, affecting routes like Amritsar, Cochin, and Chandigarh. Passengers were informed in advance and offered refunds or alternative flights, following DGCA guidelines.

BMC bleeds crores on defunct cycle track
Mumbai's 39-km cycling track, costing ₹500 crore, lies unused and deteriorating. Built along Tansa pipeline, it's become a dumping ground for waste and illicit activities, draining ₹9.5 crore in maintenance costs while serving no practical purpose for cyclists.

Gomti’s future tense: Will Lucknow’s lifeline become a river on ‘life support’?
Lucknow's Gomti River faces critical challenges from rapid urbanization, with sewage loads expected to double by 2035. Without urgent infrastructure upgrades, the river risks becoming a toxic drain, threatening environmental and public health in the expanding metropolis.

BEST fares hiked from today, to generate ₹590 crore annually
BEST bus fares doubled, with minimum rates rising to ₹10 for non-AC and ₹12 for AC buses. New pricing aims to generate ₹590 crore annually, with concessions for students, senior citizens, and special needs passengers.

Drug peddler killed in encounter in Jagraon
In a drug bust near Jagraon, one peddler was killed and another escaped during an ANTF encounter. Police recovered 2 kg heroin, a pistol, and a vehicle after the shootout, with investigations continuing to track the fugitive.

Chhota Rajan granted bail in 2009 attempt-to-murder case involving ex-Shiv Sena leader
Gangster Chhota Rajan granted bail in a 2009 attempt-to-murder case involving a Shiv Sena leader. The case, linked to the Pune Porsche crash's grandfather, was deemed non-critical by the CBI court, which found no impediment to his release.

Malad residents affected by road widening pin hopes on HC
Malad residents are challenging BMC's road widening project in Bombay High Court, claiming the work threatens building structures, parking spaces, and green cover. They allege the project unfairly benefits a developer and violates proper procedures.

Shivaji’s legacy in national curriculum
Maharashtra's education minister proposed including Chhatrapati Shivaji's history in national curriculum, which was accepted by the Union education minister. The move aims to educate students nationwide about the 17th-century Maratha warrior king's legacy and contributions.