
Dahisar Police Arrest Five for Fare Meter Tampering in Taxis, Autos
Dahisar Police busted a gang of five individuals who used electronic circuits to tamper with fare meters, overcharging commuters in Mumbai.
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Dahisar Police busted a gang of five individuals who used electronic circuits to tamper with fare meters, overcharging commuters in Mumbai.

MMRDA adds two more ring roads totaling 307 km to Mumbai's infrastructure plan, aiming for seamless connectivity between Thane, Navi Mumbai, and South Mumbai by 2029.

The Maharashtra FDA has suspended licenses for EatClub Brands and Mojo Pizza following hygiene violations discovered during Mumbai inspections.

The Central Government has approved the extension of Mumbai Metro Line 5 to Kalyan and Ulhasnagar, enhancing regional connectivity.

Maharashtra Chief Minister announced that 10,000 houses under the Dharavi Redevelopment Project will be completed by early 2029 to provide modern housing for residents.

Mumbai authorities arrested BMC staff for bribery as the city sees a new express train to Konkan and faces ongoing water cuts despite high lake levels.

A Mumbai traffic official faces disciplinary action after a viral video captured him shoving a cyclist to clear the road for a VIP motorcade on September 3.

The GSB Seva Mandal has secured a massive ₹703 crore insurance cover for its iconic Mahaganpati idol ahead of the upcoming Ganesh Chaturthi festival in Mumbai.

The Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation witnessed high drama as BJP corporators adjourned the Standing Committee meeting to protest against MNS leader Amit Thackeray.

Following a Supreme Court directive, the BMC has ordered the immediate eviction and closure of Orchid City Centre Mall due to unresolved fire safety concerns.

The Bombay High Court has transferred the investigation into Disha Salian's death to the CBI, criticizing the Mumbai Police for failing to register an FIR for six years.

Indian Railways operates its first double-stack long-haul container train from JNPT to Vadodara, carrying 360 TEUs to enhance logistics efficiency.

The Bombay High Court has struck down the Mumbai Port Authority's decision to implement backdated rent increases, providing massive relief to South Mumbai tenants.

The Bombay High Court has revoked the FDA's suspension of five restaurants at the Mumbai Cricket Association premises, calling the regulator's approach overly rigid.

A bodyguard assigned to a Maharashtra cabinet minister faces serious charges of sexual assault and harassment following a police complaint.

The iconic Chinchpokli Cha Chintamani begins its journey for Ganeshotsav 2026 as Mumbai faces light rain and high tide warnings.

The Bombay High Court has ordered the BMC to proactively plan for the future of the Kanjurmarg dumping ground to safeguard residents and mangroves.

A Navi Mumbai contractor tragically ended his life, allegedly due to the government's failure to clear pending dues worth ₹2 crore for completed projects.

Tensions flared at Bandra Linking Road after an MNS worker confronted a hawker, while political leaders debated MPSC leaks and Kumbh Mela spending.

Authorities registered cases against 50 people after a violent confrontation involving stone-pelting broke out in the Lalbaug-Parel neighborhood on Thursday.

Two young men died on Thursday after a speeding dumper truck collided with their motorcycle in the Mahape area of Navi Mumbai.

More than 10 people were injured after a massive crane collapsed onto residential structures in Kurla East during a planned civic operation on Friday.

BMC has demolished illegal modifications in nine flats at Rustomjee Crown following complaints about structural violations.

BMC conducts inspections on the ongoing Coastal Road North projects, ensuring timely and efficient progress in Mumbai's infrastructure development.

BMC has destroyed over 48,000 kg of meat in a significant health and safety operation.

Mumbai residents will face higher auto and taxi fares starting September 1.

Lalbaugcha Raja Mandal announces ₹11 lakh aid for families affected by the Bhuleshwar Ganesh idol collapse, including ₹5 lakh each for the deceased.

Fresh garbage dumping continues in Diva's Sabe Gaon area despite a hefty penalty imposed on Thane Municipal Corporation.

Mumbai's H East ward will experience a full shutdown of water supply due to maintenance work starting August 11.

Schools and colleges in several Mumbai areas will be closed on August 20 due to heavy rainfall.

Mumbai experiences unexpected rain, leading IMD to upgrade alert to yellow, indicating heavy rainfall until Wednesday.

An injured leopard was spotted on the IIT Bombay campus, raising alarms among students and wildlife officials.

Four former Maratha Co-operative Bank officials face charges in a ₹4.15 crore loan fraud case involving 210 fictitious borrowers.

A man suffered severe burn injuries after jumping onto an overhead wire at Ghatkopar station on August 18, 2026.

The CBI has registered a case against a railway official and employees from a Navi Mumbai firm for bribery related to a ₹10.9 crore bill clearance.

BMC's new scheme aims to regularize buildings without Occupation Certificates, addressing housing shortages.

BEST workers will launch an indefinite strike from August 18 due to unresolved salary and retirement issues.

As Nag Panchami approaches, colourful snake idols are prominently displayed for sale in Lalbaug, Mumbai, enhancing the festive spirit.

Mumbai Metro One launches a digital pass on WhatsApp for seamless travel on the Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar corridor.

Central Railway will run 54 15-car local trains from August 15, enhancing capacity by 25% on key routes in Mumbai.

Mumbai will experience cloudy skies and light to moderate rain on August 16, according to the IMD forecast.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu is set to headline Celebrity MasterChef Tamil, bringing her unique flair to the culinary competition.

CIDCO will start online registration for 4,779 EWS homes in Navi Mumbai from August 15, 2026.

Central Railway will operate 54 new 15-car local trains in Mumbai starting August 15, enhancing commuter capacity significantly.

Mumbai is set to celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 15 with various patriotic events and performances.

A contract worker tragically died after suffering severe burns from boiling water at Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai.

A fire broke out at the Alivn Tower in Byculla, but no injuries have been reported as firefighting efforts continue.

A fire broke out on the 15th floor of a high-rise building in Dombivli, causing panic among residents.

Taj Lands End faces a total penalty of over ₹103 crore from BMC due to property tax issues.

A burglary at Candier Lifestyle Jewellery in Kharghar resulted in a loss of ₹1.64 crore worth of valuables, raising security concerns.