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Andheri resident kills sister over property dispute
When the son was away from home for 15 years, the mother handed over the property rights to her daughter, who was taking care of her and her grandchildren
Published on Apr 26, 2025 08:54 AM IST
Manish Kumar Pathak
Restart Model ESIC Hospital by Jan 2026: HC
The division bench of justices Alok Aradhe and Makarand Karnik passed the order on Tuesday on a public interest litigation (PIL) claiming the Model ESIC Hospital at Andheri was kept inoperative illegally after it closed was down due to a massive fire seven years ago
Published on Apr 20, 2025 08:00 AM IST
Andheri leads in drug-trafficking cases
As many as 369 people have been arrested in Andheri in drug-trafficking cases in the last two years, with the authorities seizing 154.981 kg of narcotic substances, according to figures disclosed by the Maharashtra government in the state assembly
Published on Mar 05, 2025 07:18 AM IST
HC discharges man accused of murder during ’93 riots
the court said statements of the accused under police custody were inadmissible as evidence in court as per section 26 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Updated on Jan 03, 2025 07:52 AM IST
Karuna Nidhi
BMC may miss April 2025 deadline for Gokhale bridge completion
Completion of the Gokhale Bridge in Andheri is delayed, with only 1.25m of the second girder lowered, raising doubts about the April 2025 deadline.
Updated on Nov 25, 2024 07:50 AM IST
Fire in Andheri high-rise kills 3
The couple were both 74, and their house help, 42, had been living in their house for the past 20 years
Updated on Oct 17, 2024 07:58 AM IST
Mumbai: Major fire breaks out at building in Lokhandwala Complex; 3 killed
Mumbai fire: Three persons were killed as a major fire broke out at a building in Mumbai's Lokhandwala Complex.
Updated on Oct 16, 2024 10:41 AM IST
BMC probe report blames Mumbai Metro, contractor L&T for death of woman who fell into drain
BMC probe report blames Mumbai Metro, contractor L&T for death of woman who fell into drain
Published on Sep 30, 2024 09:17 PM IST
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Mumbai rain: 45-year-old woman drowns in open drain in Andheri
Mumbai rain: The woman was rescued by the fire brigade but was declared dead when she reached the hospital.
Published on Sep 26, 2024 07:38 AM IST
Shanti Path to shawarma: Birthday girl Kriti Sanon's Delhi connect
Kriti Sanon turns a year older today. Amid what is proving to be a rather successful year for the actor, let's revisit her strongly rooted Delhi connection
Published on Jul 27, 2024 03:11 PM IST
Redevelopment building height restrictions set to be lifted at DN Nagar
During a meeting at Vidhan Bhavan on Thursday, the state government granted in-principle approval for the transfer of land from the Airports Authority of India (AAI) to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) at DN Nagar and from BMC to AAI in Gorai
Updated on Jul 12, 2024 07:06 AM IST
Waterlogging brings Mumbai to halt, shuts Andheri, Milan, Khar subways
BMC officials defended the civic body, saying the rainfall had exceeded the capacity of Mumbai’s storm water drains
Updated on Jul 09, 2024 09:06 AM IST
Andheri resident loses ₹55 lakh in matrimonial fraud
A 41-year-old woman from Andheri was duped of ₹55 lakh in a matrimonial fraud by a man she met online. The Vile Parle police have registered an FIR against the accused.
Updated on Jun 27, 2024 07:16 AM IST
Manish Kumar Pathak
After a series of gaffes, Gokhale bridge, Barfiwala flyover to be merged soon
The bridges are being aligned at a cost of ₹8 crore, as per the recommendations of experts from IIT Bombay, and the Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute
Updated on Jun 19, 2024 09:06 AM IST
59-year-old woman undergoes life-saving treatment for brain aneurysm
59-year-old Woman in Mumbai undergoes successful surgery for brain haemorrhage using Trenza implant, saving her life. Pioneering procedure at Dr RN Cooper Hospital.
Updated on May 26, 2024 07:06 AM IST
Andheri man makes hoax threat call ahead of Modi’s rally in Shivaji Park, arrested
Unemployed man arrested for warning about 'major incident' at Modi's rally in Dadar. Booked under IPC sections, granted 2-day police custody remand.
Updated on May 19, 2024 07:42 AM IST
Vinay Dalvi
Missed vaccination during pandemic leading to sparing mumps cases in Mumbai
Mumbai pediatricians report a surge in mumps cases, with one leading to pancreatitis in a 10-year-old. Vaccination and hygiene practices are key for prevention.
Updated on May 04, 2024 09:30 AM IST
Summer heat behind surge in Mumbai gastro cases among children, say doctors
Summer heat exacerbates spread of gastroenteritis in Mumbai, with children under 5 most affected. Doctors stress importance of hygiene and hydration
Updated on Apr 18, 2024 09:18 AM IST
What Mumbai can learn from the campaign to hasten Gokhale Bridge work
The citizens' created a WhatsApp group titled ‘Gokhale Bridge ASAP.’ It quickly breached its limit of 500 members, and a second one had to be created
Updated on Apr 15, 2024 09:02 AM IST
Killing of stray sparks campaign for justice, PCA amendment
The incident sparked outrage on social media. Under the hashtag #justiceforjai, the posts claim the accused had been let off on bail at a mere ₹50, which was refuted by a police officer from Amboli police station
Updated on Mar 21, 2024 07:42 AM IST
One arm of Gokhale Bridge open to traffic from today for light vehicles
Along with Gokhale Bridge, the BMC also inaugurated the grade separator at Teli Gully in Andheri East. This new flyover will help vehicles from Gokhale Bridge connect to the Western Express Highway in Andheri East
Updated on Feb 27, 2024 06:02 PM IST
Juhu connector to Gokhale bridge to be out of bounds till year-end
BMC said the existing consultant’s plan to connect the bridges was not approved by the proof consultant as the drawings of Barfiwala flyover were not available.
Updated on Feb 29, 2024 09:20 AM IST
Gokhale bridge work delayed by 6 months, contractor liable for ₹5.08 crore fine: RTI
BMC delays Gokhale bridge refurbishing by 6 months, faces ₹5.08 crore fine. Partial opening by month-end, full completion by December 31.
Updated on Feb 23, 2024 06:54 AM IST
Woman ‘spikes’ bizman’s drink, extorts ₹15L
According to the complainant, he had been introduced to the woman, who identified herself as ‘Kimaya Kapoor’, in August when she started looking for a job as a personal assistant. The two struck up a friendship and started socialising. Last week, she invited the man over to her house in Oshiwara, where she allegedly drugged him, claims the businessman
Updated on Feb 22, 2024 07:32 AM IST
ED to send LR to US for details on suspected links between drug syndicates
ED suspect that the local syndicate could have been one of the suppliers from India to the US-based syndicate & the US authorities could provide it with details to verify via the LR, which is sent via courts
Published on Feb 01, 2024 10:37 AM IST
Urdu book fair sees less footfalls due to location in BKC
The 26th National Urdu Book Fair in Mumbai offers a wide range of books, including poetry, literature, philosophy, cookery, and religious texts. However, the fair has seen a lackluster response due to its location, which is far from public transportation. Stall owners hope for better turnout in the remaining days of the fair.
Updated on Jan 09, 2024 08:20 AM IST
Sabah Virani, Mumbai
13-year-old flees with cash from home, found with expensive gadgets
A 13-year-old from Andheri had left home on the pretext of buying stationery, and was located by police on Wednesday evening, along with some expensive gadgets that he allegedly bought with the money he took while running away from home
Updated on Dec 23, 2023 08:22 AM IST
BMC launches first girder at Gokhale bridge; one-way traffic to be open from Feb 15
The first phase of girders was successfully installed in the railway area on Saturday night during the railway traffic and power block. As per the plan approved by Western Railway (WR) and directed by Western Railway Rights Ltd, the work is in progress according to the plan.
Updated on Dec 04, 2023 06:10 AM IST
Mason who raped co-worker’s 3-year-old daughter gets life term
A 28-year-old mason has been sentenced to life imprisonment for raping a 3-year-old girl at a construction site in Mumbai. The accused was apprehended after several witnesses saw him carrying the victim to the scene of the crime. The court rejected his plea for bail, deeming the offense serious and against a minor. He was booked under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and the POCSO Act.
Updated on Nov 28, 2023 07:48 AM IST
Rutuja Gaidhani
Nephew booked for cheating former BMC employee of ₹96 lakh
A 40-year-old man in Mumbai has been booked for duping his uncle and former BMC employee of ₹96 lakh. The man convinced his uncle to transfer all his money into one account and then refused to let him withdraw any funds when needed. A case of cheating has been registered.
Updated on Nov 18, 2023 07:22 AM IST
Megha Sood