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December 18, 2024 9:55 PM

Fadnavis confirms 13 dead in Mumbai ferry tragedy, announces Rs 5 lakh ex-gratia

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has confirmed the tragic loss of 13 lives after a ferry capsized off the Mumbai coast on Wednesday evening. Two individuals remain in critical condition following the incident. The mishap occurred at approximately 3:55 pm when a passenger vessel, Neelkamal, collided with a Navy boat during its journey. Speaking to the media, the Chief Minister expressed condolences and announced that families of the deceased will receive an ex-gratia payment of ₹5 ...

December 18, 2024 8:18 PM

Ferry tragedy near Mumbai: two dead, 77 rescued; search underway for missing passengers

Mumbai witnessed a tragic ferry accident on Wednesday evening as a vessel capsized near Uran, Karanja, leaving two people dead and five others missing. The ferry, carrying 85 individuals, including five crew members, was en route to Elephanta Island when the incident occurred around 6:30 PM, officials reported. The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), supported by local authorities, has been leading search and rescue efforts. According to the Coast Guard, 77 people have been successfully rescued, and two ...

October 17, 2024 3:29 PM

Police arrest minor for hoax bomb threats on flights

Police in financial capital Mumbai have arrested a minor for allegedly posting online bomb threats to three flights earlier this week, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said. Airlines have this month received a spate of threats to domestic and international flights on their social media, all of which have been false alarms. "Strongly condemn the recent bomb threats to Indian air carriers. We are closely monitoring the situation and ensuring that every necessary measure is taken...

October 14, 2024 11:26 AM

Two Indigo flights to Middle East from Mumbai grounded after bomb threat

Two IndiGo flights operating from Mumbai Airport to different cities in the Middle East received bomb threats on Monday morning, ANI reported. In response to the threats, both aircraft were moved to an isolation bay as a precautionary security measure. The bomb threats were reported for IndiGo flight 6E 1275, which was en route to Muscat, and flight 6E 56, headed for Jeddah. "IndiGo flight 6E 1275 operating from Mumbai to Muscat and IndiGo flight 6E 56 operating from Mumbai to Jeddah received...

October 10, 2024 11:05 AM

Ratan Tata’s mortal remains brought to Mumbai’s NCPA lawns for public viewing, ahead of State funeral

The mortal remains of veteran industrialist Ratan Tata, draped in the national flag, were brought to the NCPA lawns at Mumbai's Nariman Point on Thursday morning, allowing the public to pay their last respects ahead of the funeral ceremony. According to a statement from Tata Trust, the mortal remains will begin their final journey at 4 PM today. Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, passed away at the age of 86 on Wednesday night at Breach Candy Hospital in the city. "At 4 PM, the mortal...

October 10, 2024 9:23 AM

Prime Minister Modi speaks to Noel Tata, condoles demise of veteran industrialist Ratan Tata

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to Noel Tata and expressed condolences on the passing away of his sibling, veteran industrialist Ratan Tata. Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus, Tata Sons, passed away at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai aged 86 on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend the last rituals of the veteran industrialist on behalf of the Government of India. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said on Wednesday night that the last rites will be p...

September 26, 2024 10:50 AM

At least four dead as torrential rains lash Mumbai

Torrential rain lashed Mumbai, triggering floods and killing at least four people as well as paralysing the city and forcing schools to close on Thursday. Some parts of Mumbai recorded around 275 mm (11 inches) of rain on Wednesday evening, which crippled road traffic and delayed the trains millions of city residents use every day. Four people died from rain-related incidents, officials said. With more rain expected, authorities issued a citywide red alert, and urged residents to stay home. S...

September 25, 2024 9:59 PM

Maharashtra rain: IMD issues ‘red alert’ for Mumbai till tomorrow

India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday issued a red alert warning for Mumbai, Maharashtra till September 26, 8:30 am. IMD forecasted thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and intense spells of rain with gusty winds reaching 40-50 kmph very likely to occur at isolated places in the districts of Mumbai, Palghar, Nandurbar, Dhule, Jalgaon, Solapur & Satara during the next few hours. Earlier in the day, IMD issued a red alert for Thane, Palghar, Raigad districts while for Ratnagir...

September 16, 2024 3:33 PM

Prime Minister Modi to launch mega projects and spark fintech innovation in Maharashtra today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Maharashtra today (Friday) to lay the foundation stone of the Vadhvan Port project worth around Rs 76,000 crores in Palghar and will also address Global Fintech Fest 2024 in Mumbai. "I look forward to being among the people of Maharashtra tomorrow, 30th August. I will take part in programmes in Mumbai and Palghar. In Mumbai, I will take part in the Global Fintech Fest 2024 at around 11 AM. This platform showcases India's strides in the world of Fint...

August 23, 2024 4:57 PM

Mumbai ranks second globally in property price growth: Knight Frank Report

Driven by a surge in demand for residential and luxury properties, Mumbai has ascended to the second spot in the latest Prime Global Cities Index, published by property consultancy firm Knight Frank. The index tracks the prices of prime residential properties across 44 cities worldwide. The latest report indicates a slowdown in annual price growth, dropping from 4.1 per cent in the first quarter to 2.6 per cent in the second quarter of 2024, below the long-term average of 5.3 per cent. In cont...