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‘What happens after June 15?’ ask tanker operators as strike drags on

‘What happens after June 15?’ ask tanker operators as strike drags on

On Day 3, tankers’ body refuses to budge despite temporary respite from BMC... [Read More]

13 April,2025 07:07 AM IST | Mumbai | Sameer Surve
‘This isn’t about us; govt should realise families and projects are suffering’ Mumbai water crisis

‘This isn’t about us; govt should realise families and projects are suffering’

Well owners implore authorities to be understanding, claim their reach is wider than that of BMC... [Read More]

12 April,2025 07:54 AM IST | Mumbai | Sameer Surve
Mumbai water crisis: Won’t budge, say tanker owners

Mumbai water crisis: Won’t budge, say tanker owners

High-level meeting on Friday ends without resolution; tanker owners, operators insist on written assurance from the authorities; BJP MLC Pravin Darekar, Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil, a MWTA representative and Deputy Municipal Commissioner Sharad Ughade met at Bandra Kurla Complex to work out a solution... [Read More]

12 April,2025 07:09 AM IST | Mumbai | Sameer Surve
Mumbai: Elphinstone Bridge stays open for now

Mumbai: Elphinstone Bridge stays open for now

Closure delayed as citizens question 2-year connector project timeline; Officials said the final decision would be made after considering the suggestions and objections received from citizens... [Read More]

11 April,2025 08:05 AM IST | Mumbai | Sameer Surve
Govt keeps Mumbai water tankers' body sweating

Govt keeps Mumbai water tankers' body sweating

Representatives of both sides yet to meet even as city experiences minor inconveniences; While Ashish Shelar, guardian minister of Mumbai Suburban district, said he was attempting to resolve the issue with the help of the Union government, 1800 water tankers were parked across the city... [Read More]

11 April,2025 07:34 AM IST | Mumbai | Sameer Surve
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IN PHOTOS: Mumbaikars witness sunny afternoon as city faces soaring temperatures

IN PHOTOS: Mumbaikars witness sunny afternoon as city faces soaring temperatures

Mumbaikars endured a scorching sunny afternoon on Wednesday as the city continued to experience high temperatures. Pics/Sameer Abedi... [Read More]

02 April,2025 05:13 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Lakhs of devotees visit Haji Ali Dargah on second day of Eid 2025

IN PHOTOS: Lakhs of devotees visit Haji Ali Dargah on second day of Eid 2025

On the occasion of second day of Ramzan Eid 2025, lakhs of devotees visited the Haji Ali Dargah in Mumbai to offer their prayers. Pics/KIRTI SURVE PARADE... [Read More]

01 April,2025 08:44 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: BMC gears up for Mumbai monsoon

IN PHOTOS: BMC gears up for Mumbai monsoon

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) chief Bhushan Gagrani on Friday chaired a high-level monsoon preparedness meeting and ordered a joint survey of waterlogging-prone spots in city, the officials said. (Story/Sameer Surve)... [Read More]

28 March,2025 11:00 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Mumbaikars brave the heat on warm and humid Thursday evening

IN PHOTOS: Mumbaikars brave the heat on warm and humid Thursday evening

Mumbai witnessed mainly clear skies with temperatures rising and air quality showing signs of improvement on Thursday. Pics/SAYYED SAMEER ABEDI... [Read More]

27 March,2025 09:35 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Fire breaks out at 10th floor of residential building in Mumbai

IN PHOTOS: Fire breaks out at 10th floor of residential building in Mumbai

A fire broke out on the 10th floor of the Marine Palace building, located near BMC School in Chandanwadi, on Monday afternoon, the officials said. Pics/Sameer Abedi... [Read More]

24 March,2025 08:10 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Rahul Gandhi meets Dharavi workers during his Mumbai visit

IN PHOTOS: Rahul Gandhi meets Dharavi workers during his Mumbai visit

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday visited the Dharavi leather hub in Mumbai and interacted with leather industry workers. Pics/Sameer Abedi... [Read More]

06 March,2025 05:01 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Fire breaks out at Bandra street

IN PHOTOS: Fire breaks out at Bandra street

A fire erupted after an underground gas pipeline ruptured on Tuesday afternoon in Bandra West area of suburban Mumbai, the officials said. Story/Sameer Surve... [Read More]

25 February,2025 10:52 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Train services between Churchgate and Mumbai Central disrupted

IN PHOTOS: Train services between Churchgate and Mumbai Central disrupted

The Mumbai local train services between Churchgate and Mumbai Central were on Friday disrupted after snag. Pics/Sameer Abedi... [Read More]

31 January,2025 05:45 PM IST
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Sambhal: Shivlinga in temple found after 46 years during Anti-encroachment drive

Sambhal: Shivlinga in temple found after 46 years during Anti-encroachment drive

A decades-old temple has been reopened in tense Sambhal,  found during anti-encroachment drive. The district administration on Saturday morning carried out an anti-encroachment drive in the Shahi Jama Masjid area. The district administration team visited Sambhal to check on the noise pollution through loudspeakers, the Sambhal District Magistrate (DM) said, adding that they found that there was electricity (power) theft in the area.... [Read More]

14 December,2024 11:06 PM IST
Sambhal Violence: Heavy security deployed at Sambhal’s Shahi Jama Masjid

Sambhal Violence: Heavy security deployed at Sambhal’s Shahi Jama Masjid

Days after violence in UP’s Sambhal, heavy security has been deployed at Sambhal’s Shahi Jama Masjid head of Friday Namaz. Security forces have geared up to prevent any possible mishap in the region after the violence on 24 November. Drone camera, CCTVs, metal detectors and more advance technology tools have been brought in to keep close eyes on mischievous elements. Total 16 companies of security forces have been deployed including a Rapid Action Force team to keep a check on anti-social elements. Sambhal district court and other sensitive areas are under special surveillance to maintain peace in the area. Moradabad Divisional Commissioner Aunjaneya Kumar Singh said, “All kinds of arrangements have been made. Drone cameras are there...monitoring is being done through CCTV cameras. 16 companies have been deployed which includes one RAF...13 PSCs. We have spoken to Maulvis of Mosques...we have appealed to people to offer Namaz only in their own Mosques...we have appealed to people to come in fewer numbers to Jama Masjid...we are also monitoring social media platforms...sensitive areas are being monitored.”... [Read More]

29 November,2024 01:22 PM IST
Akhilesh Yadav slams govt for celebrating constitution day amid Sambhal violence

Akhilesh Yadav slams govt for celebrating constitution day amid Sambhal violence

On Constitution Day, Samajwadi Party MP Akhilesh Yadav criticized the government over the Sambhal stone-pelting incident, where lives were lost. He questioned how the Constitution could be celebrated when people were suffering. He pointed out that false cases were being filed against local politicians and their families. Akhilesh questioned why a survey, which had already been conducted, was repeated and suggested it could have been done after discussions. He asked if any action had been taken against those who provoked people during the survey, especially if BJP workers were involved. Akhilesh also mentioned that opposition leaders and MPs were being prevented from visiting Sambhal to assess the situation.... [Read More]

26 November,2024 04:56 PM IST
Sambhal violence: Normal life returns to Sambhal after violent clashes

Sambhal violence: Normal life returns to Sambhal after violent clashes

The situation in Sambhal has returned to normal after a clash on November 24, as confirmed by DIG Muniraj Ji. Shops are open, and people are going about their daily activities without any disruptions. The District Magistrate will soon update the media about the reopening of schools. The police have also identified those responsible for the violence. The clash occurred when an ASI team visited the Shahi Masjid, a Mughal-era mosque, after claims by the Hindu side that it was built on a temple site. Police used tear gas and appealed to stone pelters to control the situation. Four people died, and many others were injured. Security remains tight near the mosque to prevent further violence.... [Read More]

26 November,2024 03:46 PM IST
Akhilesh links Sambhal violence to 'The Sabarmati Report', Here's what he said

Akhilesh links Sambhal violence to 'The Sabarmati Report', Here's what he said

After the Sambhal violence that resulted in deaths, Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav commented on November 25, dragging the recently released film The Sabarmati Report into the controversy. He claimed that the government created the violence to distract from their mistakes and election manipulation. Yadav suggested that some people, after watching the movie, were inspired to become influential leaders, which he believes may have triggered the violence. He mentioned that opposition MPs wanted to bring up the issue in Parliament, but they will do so when they get the chance. Additionally, he said a delegation from his party would visit Sambhal to meet the victims and raise the matter further. Watch video for more.... [Read More]

25 November,2024 05:50 PM IST
FIR against SP MP Zia Ur Rehman over Sambhal violence provocation

FIR against SP MP Zia Ur Rehman over Sambhal violence provocation

Zia Ur Rehman Barq, a Samajwadi Party MP, expressed concern over Sambhal violence, calling it a pre-planned incident. He said it was unfortunate and highlighted the rising targeting of Muslims across the country, which he believes is worse than anything seen since India’s independence. Barq pointed out that the Places of Worship Act is being violated, with urgent actions taken to address petitions on the same day, including surveys by district officials. He questioned the necessity of conducting a second survey and emphasized that people were being prevented from offering Namaz. His statement stresses that the situation is worsening, and urgent attention is needed to prevent further unrest. Watch video for more. ... [Read More]

25 November,2024 05:06 PM IST
Sambhal violence: Scary footage from mosque goes viral, 25 arrested so far

Sambhal violence: Scary footage from mosque goes viral, 25 arrested so far

Fresh footage of the Sambhal violence, which resulted in four deaths and several injuries, was released by the Uttar Pradesh police. The violence erupted when ASI officials arrived at the Shahi Jama Masjid to investigate claims from the Hindu side about a temple existing at the mosque site. On November 25, the Sambhal SP briefed the media about the incident. He stated that Sub-Inspector Deepak Rathi, who was injured, had filed a complaint against 800 people. Zia Ur Rehman Barq and Sohail Iqbal were named as the main suspects for allegedly instigating the mob. Barq had previously been warned for making provocative speeches. The violence also left 15 police officers injured, and 25 people have been arrested. The police assured that all accused would be arrested and legal action would be taken.  ... [Read More]

25 November,2024 03:57 PM IST
AIMIM chief Owaisi slams Sambhal violence, Demands justice for dead

AIMIM chief Owaisi slams Sambhal violence, Demands justice for dead

AIMIM Chief Owaisi spoke about the recent violence in Sambhal, stating that the mosque there is not just 50-100 years old, but more than 250-300 years old. He criticized the court’s ex parte order, claiming it was wrong because the people from the mosque were not heard. He also said that during the second survey, no information was shared, and a video that surfaced later showed people raising provocative slogans during the survey. He condemned the violence that followed, where three Muslims were shot dead, calling it murder, not just firing. He demanded the suspension of the officers involved and called for a sitting High Court judge to investigate, describing the situation as an injustice and ongoing atrocities.... [Read More]

25 November,2024 02:40 PM IST
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