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Mumbai LIVE: Thane's lone independent corporator backs Shiv Sena

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Keni contested from ward number 23 as an independent after the Shiv Sena did not give a ticket to her. The NCP (SP), headed by Sharad Pawar, supported her during her campaign. We are closing the LIVE blog now

22 January,2026 10:07 PM IST | Mumbai
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Among the remaining 17 municipal corporations, nine mayoral posts have been reserved for women under the general category, while eight posts fall under the open general category

22 January,2026 05:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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According to an official MMRDA statement, the agreements were signed in the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and form part of a record-breaking investment mobilisation at WEF 2026, where cumulative commitments to MMRDA have reached USD 226.65 billion, the highest in the Authority’s 51-year history

22 January,2026 05:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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These bikes recovered by the police are linked to theft cases registered at Andheri, Vile Parle, Bhandup, Ghatkopar, Antop Hill, Kalachowki, Kharghar and Parel police stations, said an official

22 January,2026 11:14 PM IST | Mumbai | Asif Rizvi
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Mumbai’s mayoral post has been reserved for the open women category after the Urban Development Department’s lottery draw on Thursday. The decision clears the way for the majority party to name the next mayor following BMC elections 2026 results

22 January,2026 01:27 PM IST | Mumbai | Eeshanpriya MS
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The flyover, being built on Keshavrao Khadye Marg, is the first cable-stayed bridge constructed by the BMC over railway tracks. It will connect Saat Rasta to Mahalaxmi Racecourse, easing traffic congestion in the busy area close to Mahalaxmi railway station

22 January,2026 06:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Traffic woes from Western Express Highway to BKC and vice versa could reduce from March; the much-awaited connector will provide a direct link from WEH to Mumbai University and BKC, significantly easing traffic congestion in the area

22 January,2026 07:03 AM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet Jadhav
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Addressing officials and dignitaries, Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha emphasised over the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology to improve patient facilities and deliver information on central and state health schemes

22 January,2026 09:38 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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The approvals concern mining activities in Lohardongari near the Ghodazari Wildlife Sanctuary and Marki-Mangli in the Tadoba-Andhari tiger reserve corridor. The leader requested the Union Minister to prioritise conservation, arguing that the potential environmental damage far outweighs any limited revenue benefits

22 January,2026 09:10 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet Jadhav
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Maharashtra government has appointed former BMC commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal as chairman of the Mumbai Police Housing Township Project. The Rs 20,000-crore project aims to build around 45,000 homes for police personnel and their families

22 January,2026 11:05 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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The crackdown is not limited to construction sites, the statement said, adding that the BMC’s Public Health Department has been instructed to issue stop-work notices to bakeries and other units that violate emission, fuel use, and smoke standards

22 January,2026 07:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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An official statement said that the train number 12933/12934 Karnavati Express, which usually runs between Mumbai Central and Vatva/Ahmedabad, will temporarily originate and terminate at Bandra Terminus instead of Mumbai Central

22 January,2026 09:01 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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A new political equation emerged in KDMC in neighbouring Thane district on Wednesday as five corporators of Raj Thackeray-led MNS offered support to Shinde's Shiv Sena, which is in alliance with BJP. The Shiv Sena (UBT) and the MNS fought the civic polls in alliance

22 January,2026 08:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Despite repeated appeals and notices, several property owners have continued to ignore tax payments, the civic body said. Taking a firm stand against the non-payments, the civic administration has decided to proceed with action, without any further concessions or relaxations for defaulters

22 January,2026 08:33 PM IST | Navi Mumbai | Amarjeet Singh

Horoscope today, January 23: Check astrological predictions for all zodiac signs

Wondering what's in store for you today? Well, we've got you covered. Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Cancer, Leo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces

23 January,2026 02:32 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirley Bose

Mumbai: 24-hour water cut in Mulund, Bhandup; parts of Thane to also be affected

According to the Mumbai civic body, the works include repair and pipeline shifting work on the Vaitarna water supply system and will be carried out from 10 am on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, to 10 am on Wednesday, January 28, 2026

22 January,2026 10:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Uddhav paying price for 2019 ‘betrayal’, says BJP as MNS backs Shiv Sena in KDMC

State BJP media in-charge Navnath Ban said the recent political developments show that people increasingly associate Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Fadnavis with development

22 January,2026 09:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Maharashtra to hold mass patriotic song recital in schools on Republic Day

Addressing senior education officials through an online video conference, Minister Dada Bhuse said the programme would be conducted with great enthusiasm in schools of all managements and all mediums. The minister instructed officials to ensure that students and teachers do not face any inconvenience during the programme

22 January,2026 09:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Special drive launched to expedite disposal of pending cases in DFSL

Under the initiative, shortcomings in the justice delivery chain are being addressed, with a focus on clearing backlogs and accelerating case analysis under the new criminal laws. By the end of December, a total of 3,96,879 cases were disposed of, bringing the pending count down to 79,542

22 January,2026 07:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Elderly man in Mumbai loses Rs 40 lakh to ‘digital arrest’ cyber scam

A 70-year-old man from Mulund, Mumbai, was cheated of Rs 40 lakh by cyber fraudsters who threatened him with a ‘digital arrest’ using a fake drugs-in-parcel story. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating the scam

22 January,2026 06:20 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI

    MPCB Chairman Siddhesh Kadam on Mumbai AQI, dust control and plastic bans

    The owners of a bar at the center of a deadly New Year’s fire at a Swiss ski resort are now under intense scrutiny as investigators launch a criminal probe. The blaze broke out during a packed celebration in Crans-Montana, quickly turning into a deadly flashover that left little time for escape. Police have interviewed the bar’s French owners, examining whether the venue complied with fire safety regulations.

    03 January,2026 05:58 PM

    BJP files police complaint after AIMIM corporator’s 'paint Mumbra green' remark

    The complaint was submitted at the Mumbra police station by a delegation led by former BJP MP Kirit Somaiya, who demanded action against the 22-year-old AIMIM leader

    22 January,2026 10:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Navi Mumbai man duped of Rs 74.6 lakh in share trading fraud

    The accused had contacted the victim, a resident of Panvel, and persuaded him to invest in share trading. Initially, small profits were credited to his account to gain his confidence

    22 January,2026 10:49 AM IST | Thane

    Mumbai senior citizen put under ‘digital arrest’, loses Rs 16.5 lakh

    The victim, a resident of Andheri (East) in Mumbai, approached the West Region Cyber Police Station on Monday, an official said on Wednesday

    22 January,2026 10:29 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Mumbai: Incense sticks laced with insecticide, FIR filed in Santacruz

    Agriculture dept inspection finds dimefluthrin, a substance used in mosquito repellents, shuts unit, bans sale of products; The complaint was filed by Bhagwan Pathare, an agricultural officer, after tests confirmed the presence of the chemical in the incense sticks seized from the company

    22 January,2026 07:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirish Vaktania

    Bhandup BEST Bus accident: Driver drove rashly, police tells court

    According to the police, six of the 12 people injured in the accident are still in a serious condition and are receiving treatment at different hospitals across the city

    21 January,2026 10:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Woman held after cops bust sex racket in Bhiwandi

    Investigations revealed that the accused allegedly lured two women with money and forced them into prostitution. Police said that further action will be taken after the investigation is completed

    21 January,2026 09:32 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent