The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in six districts of Maharashtra from July 12 to 14. Yellow alerts have also been issued for Mumbai, Thane, and other regions. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall is expected in other parts of the country, including Northeast India, Konkan, Madhya Maharashtra, and the Western Himalayas.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has assured action against the guilty in a hit-and-run case in Mumbai involving the son of a Shiv Sena leader. A 45-year-old woman died after being hit by a BMW car allegedly driven by the son of the leader from Palghar district.
A 45-year-old woman tragically lost her life after a speeding BMW, driven by the son of a Shiv Sena leader, rammed into her bike in Mumbai. This marks the third fatal drunk driving incident in Maharashtra in just two months, sparking outrage and highlighting the growing concern over reckless driving and lax enforcement of traffic rules. The incident follows the controversial Pune Porsche case and a similar incident in Nagpur, raising serious questions about road safety measures and the need for stricter action against drunk driving offenders.
Train services between Kasara and Titwala stations in Thane, Maharashtra were suspended on Sunday morning due to heavy rains and a tree fall, causing disruptions on the busy Kalyan-Kasara route. Soil erosion, a fallen tree, and an overhead equipment (OHE) pole tilting disrupted rail traffic, affecting suburban and long-distance train services.
Train services between Kasara and Titwala in Thane district, Maharashtra were suspended on Sunday morning after heavy rains caused soil to fall on the tracks and a tree blocked the tracks near Vashind station. The Central Railway is working to restore services.
The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Hospital (CSMH) in Thane, Maharashtra, has been facing criticism after 21 newborn babies died in June. Low birth weight and preterm delivery were cited as the primary causes. The deaths have sparked concerns about the hospital’s facilities and led to calls for action from authorities.
The Indian government has issued an advisory to all states due to a rising number of Zika virus cases in Maharashtra. The advisory emphasizes the importance of monitoring pregnant women who test positive for the infection, as Zika can lead to complications like microcephaly in newborns. This article discusses the symptoms of Zika, its transmission, and how to stay safe.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anil Parab secured victory in the Mumbai Graduates constituency of the Maharashtra Legislative Council polls, defeating the BJP’s Kiran Shelar. The elections were held on June 26, with Parab receiving 44,784 votes compared to Shelar’s 18,772 votes. Meanwhile, the Congress has re-nominated MLC Pradnya Satav for the upcoming biennial elections to the Council from the MLA quota. These elections are scheduled for July 12 and will fill 11 seats becoming vacant on July 27. The ruling BJP has fielded five candidates, including former state minister Pankaja Munde, while the NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) has announced support for Peasants and Workers Party (PWP) candidate Jayant Patil.
A video of an eight-foot crocodile leisurely walking on a road in Chiplun, Maharashtra, after heavy rainfall has gone viral. The reptile, likely venturing from a nearby river, prompted humorous reactions and concerns about safety on social media.
A family outing to a waterfall near Bhushi Dam in Lonavala turned tragic as five members were swept away by strong currents. Three bodies have been recovered, including a woman and two children, while two children remain missing. Authorities are continuing the search and rescue operation.
