Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL) is set to hire consultants to plan detailed station designs for the ambitious Thane Ring Metro project, which aims to improve connectivity in the city. The project is awaiting central government approval and will serve as a feeder for existing metro lines.
Heavy rainfall in Nashik, Maharashtra has caused the Godavari river to overflow, submerging several temples in the region. The Nashik district has received significant rainfall, leading to a rise in water levels and concerns about potential flooding. Authorities have released water from dams and issued alerts for residents living near the river.
Pune, Maharashtra is experiencing heavy rainfall, prompting authorities to evacuate residents and deploy the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF). The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for the city, predicting extremely heavy rainfall. Water has been discharged from various dams, including the Khadakwasla dam, leading to flooding in several areas. The Army and other agencies are assisting in the relief efforts.
A 29-year-old woman was rescued by locals after falling into a deep gorge in Maharashtra while taking a selfie with friends. The incident occurred at the Borne Ghat in Satara district, highlighting the dangers of risky behavior while engaging in outdoor activities.
Heavy rains continue to lash Maharashtra, with several areas placed under red and orange alerts. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Palghar, Pune, and Satara, while Mumbai and other districts face an orange alert. The Mumbai-Pune Expressway witnessed heavy rainfall, causing disruptions in travel.
NCP leaders have rejected allegations made by dismissed cop Sachin Waze against former Maharashtra home minister Anil Deshmukh, raising suspicions about the timing of his remarks and suggesting a possible conspiracy to defame the opposition. They questioned Waze’s credibility given his current situation and the timing of his statements, while also pointing out the lack of clarity about which Jayant Patil he was referring to. Meanwhile, Waze insists he provided evidence to Devendra Fadnavis, including the name of Jayant Patil, and claimed the money used to go through Anil Deshmukh’s PA.
Dismissed Mumbai Assistant Police Inspector Sachin Waze, accused in the ₹100 crore extortion case, claims to have submitted evidence of bribes allegedly taken by former Home Minister Anil Deshmukh to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Waze also alleges that he was asked by Fadnavis to write affidavits against several prominent politicians, which he refused. The allegations come amidst ongoing legal battles against both Deshmukh and Waze.
The ruling Mahayuti alliance, comprising the BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP, secured a resounding victory in the recent Maharashtra Legislative Council elections, winning all nine seats contested. The BJP won five seats, while Shiv Sena and NCP bagged two seats each. The swearing-in ceremony for the newly-elected members took place at the Vidhan Bhavan on Sunday.
A three-storey building in Navi Mumbai’s Shahbaz village collapsed early on July 27, trapping several residents. Rescue efforts are underway by police, fire brigade, and the NDRF. Two people have been rescued, but two are still believed to be trapped.
Mumbai and its suburbs are expected to experience heavy rainfall on July 27, with a yellow alert issued for the city and Thane. The Regional Meteorological Centre has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall, accompanied by gusty winds, for the next 24 hours. Other parts of Maharashtra, including Pune, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Satara, are also bracing for very heavy rains, prompting an orange alert from the IMD.
