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Mumbai Woman Harassed Online After Cab Fare Dispute; Driver Creates Fake Instagram Account Labeling Her as Call Girl
Maharashtra

Mumbai Woman Harassed Online After Cab Fare Dispute; Driver Creates Fake Instagram Account Labeling Her as Call Girl

Mumbai: A shocking case of harassment has emerged in Mumbai, where a young government employee became the target of online abuse after a minor dispute with a cab driver. The woman, who had booked a cab from South Mumbai to Dadar, started receiving obscene calls and messages on her phone, leaving her life in turmoil. The Dadar Police have registered a case against the cab driver, Vinay Kumar Yadav, originally from Jharkhand. How the Harassment Began The incident traces back to a few months ago when the woman hired a cab driven by Vinay Kumar Yadav. During the ride, a dispute arose over paying a toll charge, which she refused to pay, insisting that the driver should have informed her in advance. After a heated argument, the driver paid the toll and dropped her off at Dadar. The woman a...
MMRDA Cancels Proposed Metro Car Shed in Uttan After Strong Local Opposition
Maharashtra

MMRDA Cancels Proposed Metro Car Shed in Uttan After Strong Local Opposition

Mumbai: The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has decided to cancel the proposed Metro car shed project in Uttan, which was part of the Mira-Bhayandar Metro corridor. The decision came after fierce opposition from local residents concerned about environmental damage, particularly the felling of thousands of trees in the hilly village area. Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced in a press conference that the formal order regarding the cancellation will be issued soon. Project Details and Opposition The Metro car shed was initially planned to support the Mira-Bhayandar-Dahisar Metro 9 and CSIA-Andheri Metro 7A projects. The first plan had identified a site in Rai village, Bhayandar, but strong protests from local farmers forced MMRDA to shift attention to a...
Who Will Bring Back My Daughter?” Mother’s Grief After Mumbai Train Tragedy Sparks Anger Over Strike and Chaos
Maharashtra

Who Will Bring Back My Daughter?” Mother’s Grief After Mumbai Train Tragedy Sparks Anger Over Strike and Chaos

“ Mumbai: A mother’s anguished cry reverberates through Mumbai after a tragic train accident claimed the life of her daughter, 19-year-old Heli Mohmaya, at Sandhurst Road station on the Central Railway line. The incident also claimed the life of 45-year-old Suryakant Naik, while three others sustained injuries. Heli’s mother questioned, “Who is responsible for my daughter’s death — the police, the protesters, or the railway? How many more lives must be lost before accountability is ensured?” The Tragic Sequence The tragedy occurred around 7:15 PM when passengers waiting at Sandhurst Road station were caught in confusion after a sudden strike by Central Railway employees. Services to CSMT were halted, forcing passengers to disembark and attempt to reach their destinations on foot. ...
Maharashtra Civic Polls 2025: Time to Strengthen the Roots of Democracy
Maharashtra, Opinion

Maharashtra Civic Polls 2025: Time to Strengthen the Roots of Democracy

🗳 Democracy in India does not merely live in Parliament or State Assemblies — its true spirit breathes through the Gram Panchayats, Municipal Councils, and Nagar Panchayats that touch citizens’ daily lives. The latest notification issued by the Maharashtra State Election Commission for municipal and town council elections marks another important chapter in this democratic journey. On December 2, 2025, nearly 300 urban local bodies across the state will once again step into the people’s court — seeking a fresh mandate, a renewed public trust. 🔹 Local Governance — The True Face of Democracy In local body elections, democracy reaches its closest proximity to the people.While MPs and MLAs frame the policies, it is the municipal and town councillors who translate them into ground-le...
BMC Polls Stir Fresh Controversy — Congress Aspirants Demand Refund of ₹5,500 Deposit!
Maharashtra, Opinion

BMC Polls Stir Fresh Controversy — Congress Aspirants Demand Refund of ₹5,500 Deposit!

Mumbai | November 8, 2025A fresh controversy has erupted within the Congress party ahead of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections. Party ticket aspirants, who had submitted ₹5,500 each (₹500 form fee + ₹5,000 deposit) two years ago, are now being asked to pay the same amount again as the nomination process restarts — sparking widespread resentment among loyal workers. Several former applicants have raised their voices, questioning the move: “We already deposited the money back in 2022. Why should we pay again? Return our earlier amount first!” Party’s clarification Congress spokesperson Suresh Rajhans said the issue has been brought to the attention of the party’s leadership and that a final decision will be made soon. Over 700 aspirants in 2022 During ...
Multibagger Stock: Pro Fin Capital Services Delivers Nearly 5x Returns in One Year, Announces 1:1 Bonus Issue
Business, Maharashtra

Multibagger Stock: Pro Fin Capital Services Delivers Nearly 5x Returns in One Year, Announces 1:1 Bonus Issue

Mumbai: In a remarkable performance, Pro Fin Capital Services Ltd, a financial services company listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE: 511557), has rewarded investors with nearly fivefold returns within a year. The company has also declared a 1:1 bonus issue, offering one bonus share for every existing fully paid-up equity share. According to the company’s quarterly results for the second quarter of FY26, net profit surged over four times to ₹13.37 crore, compared to ₹2.46 crore in the same period last year. Massive Growth in Revenue and Profit Pro Fin Capital’s Q2 performance highlights a 443% year-on-year growth in net profit, rising from ₹2.46 crore to ₹13.37 crore. The company’s total income also increased by 540%, jumping from ₹6.97 crore to ₹44.62 crore. For the first ...
Maharashtra Local Body Elections: NCP’s Dilemma Over Alliance with Uddhav, Mahayuti on Alert
Maharashtra, Politics

Maharashtra Local Body Elections: NCP’s Dilemma Over Alliance with Uddhav, Mahayuti on Alert

Mumbai, Maharashtra: The first phase announcement of local body elections in Maharashtra has heated up state politics. The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), led by Ajit Pawar and a key constituent of the ruling Mahayuti alliance, is facing speculation about aligning with Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena in Raigad — a development that has sent ripples across political circles and made the BJP uneasy. Testing Alliances Ahead of ElectionsThe upcoming elections will serve as a litmus test for the unity of both the ruling Mahayuti and the opposition Mahavikas Aghadi (MVA). In Raigad, the NCP’s potential collaboration with Uddhav-led Shiv Sena (UBT) has sparked rumors of shifting alliances, even as BJP insists no such coalition is necessary. For now, Ajit Pawar’s NCP is maintaining a cautious “wa...
Midnight Thunder Over Mumbai: Sukhoi Fighter Jets Stun City, Spark Fear and Curiosity Among Residents
Maharashtra

Midnight Thunder Over Mumbai: Sukhoi Fighter Jets Stun City, Spark Fear and Curiosity Among Residents

Mumbai: In an electrifying yet unexpected spectacle this week, Indian Air Force Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jets roared through the skies over Mumbai late at night, leaving residents both awed and alarmed. The thunderous sound of the aircraft prompted many to rush out of their homes, wondering if something serious was unfolding. Videos of the event quickly flooded social media, with captions like “Did you hear that roar over Mumbai? Here’s what really happened.” Authorities later clarified that the low-flying Sukhoi jets were part of “Exercise Trishul,” a large-scale tri-service military drill involving the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The ongoing exercise aims to enhance joint operational coordination across land, sea, and air domains, testing the nation’s preparedness to respond swif...
Build a Temple of Justice, Not a Seven-Star Hotel,” CJI Gavai Advises Architect at Bombay High Court Foundation Ceremony
Maharashtra, Politics

Build a Temple of Justice, Not a Seven-Star Hotel,” CJI Gavai Advises Architect at Bombay High Court Foundation Ceremony

“ Mumbai: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Bhushan R. Gavai on Wednesday gave a firm yet meaningful message during the foundation-laying ceremony of the new Bombay High Court building in Mumbai. Addressing the gathering, the CJI advised the project’s architect Hafeez Contractor to design the new complex with dignity and simplicity, not with luxury and grandeur befitting a hotel. “This is not to be a seven-star hotel,” CJI Gavai remarked. “It must be a temple of justice. I read in the media that each pair of judges will share a lift in the new building. Let me make it clear—judges are not feudal lords. Whether a trial court judge or a Supreme Court judge, all of us are here to serve the people. The building may be magnificent, but it should reflect humility, not extravagance.” ₹4,217 C...