NMMC Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde takes legal action against Cidco engineer Mayur Angone for continuous absence from election duty in Nerul, booking him under Representation of the People Act.
Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation registers FIR against 80 Pawar Public School employees for missing mandatory election training ahead of civic polls. Officials warn of strict legal consequences for non-compliance.
The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry urges the government to permanently scrap the 11% cotton import duty, warning it hurts competitiveness amid supply shortages.
Mumbai sets up 705 polling stations in housing societies for BMC elections to boost voter turnout. SEC caps voters at 800 per booth to ensure convenience and integrity. Read more.
Pet welfare becomes a serious poll issue in Mumbai as BJP, Shiv Sena (UBT) candidates promise parks, clinics, and crematoriums. Pet parents demand action. Read more.
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Get the latest Mumbai news for Jan 11, 2026. Stay informed on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political developments in the city.
Krishna Mhadgut, 76, is the oldest candidate in Mumbai's BMC elections. He challenges age bias as data reveals only 24 candidates are 70+. Discover the stories of youth and experience shaping the civic polls.
Thane Municipal Corporation issues final warning to 2,128 employees who missed mandatory election training. Officials threaten criminal cases as crucial polls near. Read details.
Maharashtra teachers and school staff deployed on election duty work 30-35 hours straight, demanding a sanctioned paid rest day. The association cites exhaustion and late-night travel as major concerns.
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, scheduled for chemotherapy on Jan 15, is forced into election duty. Despite appeals, her name remains on the list, risking FIR and job loss. Read her ordeal.
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, a cancer patient, is forced into election duty on her chemotherapy date despite appeals. Over 500 officials face notices for skipping training. Read about this bureaucratic insensitivity.
Get the latest Mumbai news for Jan 8, 2026. Stay informed on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments in the city.
Mumbai school staff on election duty urge Maharashtra govt for a paid rest day, citing 30+ hour shifts and immediate return to school. Read their plea.
The government may introduce a customs duty amnesty scheme in Budget 2026-27 to resolve Rs 1.52 lakh crore in litigation. Read about the plan to slash duty slabs and fix FTA-related inverted duty structures.
Assistant Sub-Inspector Ajay Kumar Pandey, 55, suffered a fatal heart attack while on Dial 112 duty in Bettiah. The dedicated officer was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital, sending shockwaves through the police force. Read the full story.
Uttar Pradesh Cabinet expands stamp duty concessions. Now, gifting commercial & industrial properties within family costs just Rs 5,000 stamp duty. Move aims to simplify & reduce cost of intra-family asset transfers.
Get the latest Mumbai news for January 7, 2026. Stay informed on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and major political developments in the city.
Karnataka government expands stamp duty exemption on gift deeds among family members to include commercial and industrial properties, boosting real estate transactions. Learn the new rules and benefits.
India's new safeguard duty on select steel imports has led to a sharp price rise of up to Rs 8,000 per tonne. Industry warns of a 2% increase in construction costs, impacting real estate and auto sectors. Read more.
BJP's Mumbai chief Pavan Tripathi unveils plans for a religious tourism corridor linking four major temples, predicts Mahayuti's big win in BMC polls, and commits to a slum-free, secure Mumbai. Read the full interview.
Bombay High Court demands explanation from BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani for issuing directives to subordinate court staff for civic election duty. Next hearing in three weeks.
Stay ahead with the latest Mumbai headlines for January 5, 2026. Get key updates on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments in the city.
Mumbai's air quality worsens sharply, with AQI slipping to 'moderate' and 'poor' levels. Navi Mumbai's Nerul and Sanpada are worst hit. Experts blame winter conditions and construction dust. Stay informed and protect your health.
Mumbai's air quality deteriorated sharply on Sunday, with an overall AQI of 144. Byculla recorded the worst pollution at 194. Read the full report on the haze and forecast.
As Mumbai gears up for BMC elections, the city's severe parking crisis demands immediate action. With the highest vehicle density and lowest road length among metros, a holistic policy is the need of the hour. Read more.
Mumbai's Metro 3 Aqua Line is transforming daily commutes and social lives. Retired couples and young professionals share how the new infrastructure saves time, reduces stress, and opens up the city. Discover the impact and the challenges that remain.
Maharashtra govt launches 'Green Mumbai' with climate budgeting, 411 km metro, 5,000 e-buses to cut CO2. CM Fadnavis aims for clean air & sustainable growth.
Mumbai BMC election candidates must now keep daily expense accounts from nomination day. A Rs 15 lakh spending cap and new rate card aim for transparency. Full details inside.
Mumbai's housing market recorded its strongest performance in 14 years in 2025, with over 1.5 lakh property registrations generating Rs 13,487 crore in stamp duty. Driven by end-user demand and improved affordability.