Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Forest frontline worker dies battling fire in Yavatmal
Forest frontline staffer Vijay Shinganjude lost his life while battling a forest fire in Yavatmal while trying to protect the region&rsquo;s forests and wildlife.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Forest frontline worker dies battling fire in Yavatmal
Forest frontline staffer Vijay Shinganjude lost his life while battling a forest fire in Yavatmal while trying to protect the region&rsquo;s forests and wildlife.


Mumbai News LIVE Updates: `Energy security is connected with foreign policy`
"Energy security is connected with foreign policy," Yadav said. Reacting to the reports of people queuing up to buy LPG cylinders amid a "shortage", the SP leader said, "LPG has become `lapata` (missing) gas which is affecting the lives of common people". (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: `Energy security is connected with foreign policy`
"Energy security is connected with foreign policy," Yadav said. Reacting to the reports of people queuing up to buy LPG cylinders amid a "shortage", the SP leader said, "LPG has become `lapata` (missing) gas which is affecting the lives of common people". (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Akhilesh Yadav arrives in Mumbai for Iftaar; calls for peace message to end war
Yadav arrived in Mumbai to attend Iftaar (the evening meal to break the daily fast during the Islamic month of Ramzan) hosted by the party`s Maharashtra unit chief Abu Asim Azmi. He said sending a message of peace and stopping the war, in which many people have lost their lives, was required.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Akhilesh Yadav arrives in Mumbai for Iftaar; calls for peace message to end war
Yadav arrived in Mumbai to attend Iftaar (the evening meal to break the daily fast during the Islamic month of Ramzan) hosted by the party`s Maharashtra unit chief Abu Asim Azmi. He said sending a message of peace and stopping the war, in which many people have lost their lives, was required.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: `An opportunity for PM and BJP to become vishwaguru`, Akhilesh Yadav takes swipe at Centre
"There is an opportunity for the prime minister and the BJP to become a vishwaguru.... We should have taken a stand against the war. Women and children have been killed, and in India, the war is impacting our economy," he told reporters.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: `An opportunity for PM and BJP to become vishwaguru`, Akhilesh Yadav takes swipe at Centre
"There is an opportunity for the prime minister and the BJP to become a vishwaguru.... We should have taken a stand against the war. Women and children have been killed, and in India, the war is impacting our economy," he told reporters.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: India should have taken anti-war stand: Akhilesh, targets Modi and BJP Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday said India should have taken a stand against the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict which killed several women and children and has started affecting India`s economy. In a swipe, he said Prime Minister Narendra Modi could have become a "vishwaguru" by sending a message of peace and preventing the war. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: India should have taken anti-war stand: Akhilesh, targets Modi and BJPSamajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday said India should have taken a stand against the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict which killed several women and children and has started affecting India`s economy. In a swipe, he said Prime Minister Narendra Modi could have become a "vishwaguru" by sending a message of peace and preventing the war. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Divyang Welfare dept rechristened Divyang Empowerment in Maharashtra The Maharashtra government has renamed the Divyang Welfare Department as Divyang Empowerment Department, marking a shift from welfare to empowerment. A Government Resolution (GR) dated March 13 stated that the department has also been restructured. The office of the Commissioner of Divyang Welfare will now be called the Office of Divyang Empowerment. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Divyang Welfare dept rechristened Divyang Empowerment in MaharashtraThe Maharashtra government has renamed the Divyang Welfare Department as Divyang Empowerment Department, marking a shift from welfare to empowerment.A Government Resolution (GR) dated March 13 stated that the department has also been restructured. The office of the Commissioner of Divyang Welfare will now be called the Office of Divyang Empowerment. (PTI) 

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: India should have taken anti-war stand, says Akhilesh Yadav Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday said India should have taken a stand against the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict which killed several women and children and has started affecting India`s economy. In a swipe, he said Prime Minister Narendra Modi could have become a "vishwaguru" by sending a message of peace and preventing the war. "There is an opportunity for the prime minister and the BJP to become a vishwaguru.... We should have taken a stand against the war. Women and children have been killed, and in India, the war is impacting our economy," he told reporters. Yadav arrived in Mumbai to attend Iftaar (the evening meal to break the daily fast during the Islamic month of Ramzan) hosted by the party`s Maharashtra unit chief Abu Asim Azmi. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: India should have taken anti-war stand, says Akhilesh YadavSamajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday said India should have taken a stand against the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict which killed several women and children and has started affecting India`s economy. In a swipe, he said Prime Minister Narendra Modi could have become a "vishwaguru" by sending a message of peace and preventing the war. "There is an opportunity for the prime minister and the BJP to become a vishwaguru.... We should have taken a stand against the war. Women and children have been killed, and in India, the war is impacting our economy," he told reporters. Yadav arrived in Mumbai to attend Iftaar (the evening meal to break the daily fast during the Islamic month of Ramzan) hosted by the party`s Maharashtra unit chief Abu Asim Azmi. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: No shortage of LPG, Congress intentionally creating panic, says Fadnavis Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said there is no shortage of domestic LPG, petrol and diesel and accused the Congress of deliberately creating panic with false claims of supply disruptions. Fadnavis was speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the groundbreaking ceremony of Waaree Energies Limited`s Rs 6,200-crore "integrated 10 GW solar ingot and wafer manufacturing facility" in Nagpur. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: No shortage of LPG, Congress intentionally creating panic, says FadnavisMaharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said there is no shortage of domestic LPG, petrol and diesel and accused the Congress of deliberately creating panic with false claims of supply disruptions. Fadnavis was speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the groundbreaking ceremony of Waaree Energies Limited`s Rs 6,200-crore "integrated 10 GW solar ingot and wafer manufacturing facility" in Nagpur. (PTI) 

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: `We are ready to fulfill rising coal demand`
"All coal requirements we produce domestically. In the coming days, rising heat could push coal demand even higher, but we are ready to fulfil the demand. Demand for coal increases in summer. Similarly, in winter, increased use of heaters boosts electricity needs, particularly in hilly areas where power demand spikes sharply," he told PTI.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: `We are ready to fulfill rising coal demand`
"All coal requirements we produce domestically. In the coming days, rising heat could push coal demand even higher, but we are ready to fulfil the demand. Demand for coal increases in summer. Similarly, in winter, increased use of heaters boosts electricity needs, particularly in hilly areas where power demand spikes sharply," he told PTI.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: IMD issues nowcast yellow warning for rain, thunderstorms in Satara and Kolhapur
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a nowcast warning for parts of western Maharashtra on Saturday evening. According to IMD Mumbai, a yellow alert has been issued for Satara district and Kolhapur district, with the warning valid for the next three hours from 5.45 pm. The weather department said light spells of rain are likely, along with the possibility of thunderstorms or lightning accompanied by gusty winds in some areas. Residents in the affected districts have been advised to take necessary precautions, the IMD said. Meanwhile, IMD Mumbai&rsquo;s latest weather readings showed that Colaba recorded a maximum temperature of 33.5 degrees Celsius, while Santacruz registered a maximum temperature of 35.0 degrees Celsius on Saturday. No rainfall was recorded at either observatory.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: IMD issues nowcast yellow warning for rain, thunderstorms in Satara and Kolhapur
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a nowcast warning for parts of western Maharashtra on Saturday evening. According to IMD Mumbai, a yellow alert has been issued for Satara district and Kolhapur district, with the warning valid for the next three hours from 5.45 pm. The weather department said light spells of rain are likely, along with the possibility of thunderstorms or lightning accompanied by gusty winds in some areas. Residents in the affected districts have been advised to take necessary precautions, the IMD said. Meanwhile, IMD Mumbai&rsquo;s latest weather readings showed that Colaba recorded a maximum temperature of 33.5 degrees Celsius, while Santacruz registered a maximum temperature of 35.0 degrees Celsius on Saturday. No rainfall was recorded at either observatory.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Rising heat could increase coal demand, govt ready to tackle situation, says Reddy Union Minister G Kishan Reddy on Saturday said rising heat in the coming days with the onset of summer could push coal demand higher but the government is ready to tackle the situation. He said coal companies are achieving extra production and the government is constantly communicating with them as part of efforts to meet any rise in demand. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Rising heat could increase coal demand, govt ready to tackle situation, says ReddyUnion Minister G Kishan Reddy on Saturday said rising heat in the coming days with the onset of summer could push coal demand higher but the government is ready to tackle the situation. He said coal companies are achieving extra production and the government is constantly communicating with them as part of efforts to meet any rise in demand. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 70&ndash;80 per cent jobs in new projects should go to local youth, asserts Fadnavis
He asked officials to ensure 70-80 per cent of jobs in these projects are earmarked for local youth to ensure development of the region. Currently, Maharashtra`s economy is the 30th largest in the world and is bigger than that of several nations, the CM told the gathering. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: 70&ndash;80 per cent jobs in new projects should go to local youth, asserts Fadnavis
He asked officials to ensure 70-80 per cent of jobs in these projects are earmarked for local youth to ensure development of the region. Currently, Maharashtra`s economy is the 30th largest in the world and is bigger than that of several nations, the CM told the gathering. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Rs 3 lakh crore investment in Vidarbha to generate 1 lakh jobs, says Fadnavis
"This region has already attracted investment of Rs 3 lakh crore, which is expected to generate employment opportunities for 100,000 people. The tribal youth from Gadchiroli are even pursuing education in Australia. The future of this sector lies in green steel. There is a 100 export market available for all the green steel produced by these industries," he asserted.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Rs 3 lakh crore investment in Vidarbha to generate 1 lakh jobs, says Fadnavis
"This region has already attracted investment of Rs 3 lakh crore, which is expected to generate employment opportunities for 100,000 people. The tribal youth from Gadchiroli are even pursuing education in Australia. The future of this sector lies in green steel. There is a 100 export market available for all the green steel produced by these industries," he asserted.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: `Five Vidarbha districts to be developed as steel hub`
Furthermore, the local tourism sector also stands to benefit from this development, Fadnavis added. Listing development projects in Vidarbha, the CM said `steel hub` is being developed in Gadchiroli, Chandrapur, Nagpur, Bhandara, and Gondia districts.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: `Five Vidarbha districts to be developed as steel hub`
Furthermore, the local tourism sector also stands to benefit from this development, Fadnavis added. Listing development projects in Vidarbha, the CM said `steel hub` is being developed in Gadchiroli, Chandrapur, Nagpur, Bhandara, and Gondia districts.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Bhadravati projects to utilise Vidarbha&rsquo;s mineral wealth in pollution-free manner, says CM&nbsp;
Addressing the gathering, Fadnavis said Vidarbha has abundant mineral wealth, and the two projects set to come up in Bhadravati aim to utilise these resources in a pollution-free manner. "Climate change poses a major global challenge, impacting industries and agriculture, and strong emphasis has been placed on utilizing mineral resources in a manner that ensures zero pollution. PM Modi and Union Minister Reddy have taken the initiative to facilitate mineral production using the world`s most advanced technologies," he said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Bhadravati projects to utilise Vidarbha&rsquo;s mineral wealth in pollution-free manner, says CM&nbsp;
Addressing the gathering, Fadnavis said Vidarbha has abundant mineral wealth, and the two projects set to come up in Bhadravati aim to utilise these resources in a pollution-free manner. "Climate change poses a major global challenge, impacting industries and agriculture, and strong emphasis has been placed on utilizing mineral resources in a manner that ensures zero pollution. PM Modi and Union Minister Reddy have taken the initiative to facilitate mineral production using the world`s most advanced technologies," he said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Four of seven coal projects coming up in region, says G Kishan Reddy
"It is part of efforts to make India atmanirbhar, which is the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Coal plays a key role in the industrial development of the nation. Out of seven such projects nationwide, four are being established in this specific region," he said while lauding Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis` leadership for keeping Maharashtra on course to become a USD one trillion economy.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Four of seven coal projects coming up in region, says G Kishan Reddy
"It is part of efforts to make India atmanirbhar, which is the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Coal plays a key role in the industrial development of the nation. Out of seven such projects nationwide, four are being established in this specific region," he said while lauding Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis` leadership for keeping Maharashtra on course to become a USD one trillion economy.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Rs 17,000 crore green steel plant, coal gasification projects to come up in Chandrapur An integrated green steel plant and a coal gasification project will come up in Bhadravati in Maharashtra`s Chandrapur district with an estimated investment of Rs 17,000 crore, providing jobs to more than 10,000 persons and giving a boost to the economy of Vidarbha, Union Minister G Kishan Reddy said on Saturday. Addressing a gathering in the MIDC area of Telwasa in Bhadravati where he laid the foundation stones of the two mega projects, the Union Minister of Coal and Mines said the initiative will result in generation of high value items like ammonia nitrate, green steel and hydrogen, which need to be imported in large quantities at present. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Rs 17,000 crore green steel plant, coal gasification projects to come up in ChandrapurAn integrated green steel plant and a coal gasification project will come up in Bhadravati in Maharashtra`s Chandrapur district with an estimated investment of Rs 17,000 crore, providing jobs to more than 10,000 persons and giving a boost to the economy of Vidarbha, Union Minister G Kishan Reddy said on Saturday. Addressing a gathering in the MIDC area of Telwasa in Bhadravati where he laid the foundation stones of the two mega projects, the Union Minister of Coal and Mines said the initiative will result in generation of high value items like ammonia nitrate, green steel and hydrogen, which need to be imported in large quantities at present. (PTI)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: `Gas cut to industries threatens millions of jobs`
The editorial noted that domestic consequences are becoming increasingly severe, as the government has already cut off gas supplies to industries, resulting in the closure of several companies and threatening millions of jobs. In Mumbai, it said, over 30 per cent of hotels and restaurants have reportedly shut down. The wedding season and tourism peak in March-April are under threat, with caterers refusing orders as cylinder costs double. Even the famous Ganpatipule Temple in the Konkan region was forced to stop distributing its traditional prasad (offerings) due to a lack of fuel.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: `Gas cut to industries threatens millions of jobs`
The editorial noted that domestic consequences are becoming increasingly severe, as the government has already cut off gas supplies to industries, resulting in the closure of several companies and threatening millions of jobs. In Mumbai, it said, over 30 per cent of hotels and restaurants have reportedly shut down. The wedding season and tourism peak in March-April are under threat, with caterers refusing orders as cylinder costs double. Even the famous Ganpatipule Temple in the Konkan region was forced to stop distributing its traditional prasad (offerings) due to a lack of fuel.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Nath Shashti Yatra of Paithan in Marathwada also severely affected, says Shiv Sena (UBT)
The editorial said, &ldquo;Customers are standing in queue for hours not just in Mumbai and Pune, but also in cities like Bhopal, Indore, and Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh. Mess halls at student hostels in Pune have removed poli-bhaji (flatbread and vegetables) from their menus. Students have received mobile messages instructing them to eat varan-bhat (dal and rice) until the gas shortage is resolved. The Nath Shashti Yatra of Paithan in Marathwada was also severely affected, with many dindis (processions) forced to turn back halfway because of the shortage.&rdquo;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Nath Shashti Yatra of Paithan in Marathwada also severely affected, says Shiv Sena (UBT)
The editorial said, &ldquo;Customers are standing in queue for hours not just in Mumbai and Pune, but also in cities like Bhopal, Indore, and Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh. Mess halls at student hostels in Pune have removed poli-bhaji (flatbread and vegetables) from their menus. Students have received mobile messages instructing them to eat varan-bhat (dal and rice) until the gas shortage is resolved. The Nath Shashti Yatra of Paithan in Marathwada was also severely affected, with many dindis (processions) forced to turn back halfway because of the shortage.&rdquo;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: LPG crisis exacerbated by geopolitical tensions in West Asia, says Sena editorial
According to the editorial, the crisis has been exacerbated by geopolitical tensions in West Asia, particularly Iran&rsquo;s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime route through which a significant portion of the world&rsquo;s oil and gas supplies are transported. Countries like India, which depend heavily on imports from the Gulf for petrol, diesel and LPG, are now facing the brunt, it said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: LPG crisis exacerbated by geopolitical tensions in West Asia, says Sena editorial
According to the editorial, the crisis has been exacerbated by geopolitical tensions in West Asia, particularly Iran&rsquo;s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime route through which a significant portion of the world&rsquo;s oil and gas supplies are transported. Countries like India, which depend heavily on imports from the Gulf for petrol, diesel and LPG, are now facing the brunt, it said.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: `Shortage of commercial cooking gas cylinders affecting several cities across country`
While the Centre continues to maintain that LPG production has increased and supply remains stable, the editorial argued that the situation on the ground tells a very different story. It alleged that the shortage of commercial cooking gas cylinders has begun affecting several cities across the country, including those in Maharashtra.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: `Shortage of commercial cooking gas cylinders affecting several cities across country`
While the Centre continues to maintain that LPG production has increased and supply remains stable, the editorial argued that the situation on the ground tells a very different story. It alleged that the shortage of commercial cooking gas cylinders has begun affecting several cities across the country, including those in Maharashtra.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Shiv Sena (UBT) slams Centre over LPG shortage, calls govt claims &lsquo;hollow&rsquo;
The Shiv Sena (UBT) on Saturday criticised the BJP-led government at the Centre over the disruption in LPG supply amid the escalating West Asia conflict, alleging that despite official assurances of "adequate stocks", the country is facing a deepening cooking gas crisis that has left many kitchens empty.&nbsp;In a sharp editorial in the party mouthpiece Saamana, the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction claimed that the widening gap between the government&rsquo;s claims and the ground reality is becoming increasingly evident, with long queues outside gas agencies and several eateries shutting operations due to the supply crunch. (IANS)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Shiv Sena (UBT) slams Centre over LPG shortage, calls govt claims &lsquo;hollow&rsquo;
The Shiv Sena (UBT) on Saturday criticised the BJP-led government at the Centre over the disruption in LPG supply amid the escalating West Asia conflict, alleging that despite official assurances of "adequate stocks", the country is facing a deepening cooking gas crisis that has left many kitchens empty.&nbsp;In a sharp editorial in the party mouthpiece Saamana, the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction claimed that the widening gap between the government&rsquo;s claims and the ground reality is becoming increasingly evident, with long queues outside gas agencies and several eateries shutting operations due to the supply crunch. (IANS)&nbsp;

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Four detained, goods worth Rs 19.29 lakh seized&nbsp;
Four individuals were detained at the spot, and goods valued at Rs 19.29 lakh were seized, said Superintendent of State Excise (Thane) Pravin Tambe. Further investigation led the excise team to conduct raids at the residences of suspected buyers and suppliers in Chavdar Pada and Kongaon.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Four detained, goods worth Rs 19.29 lakh seized&nbsp;
Four individuals were detained at the spot, and goods valued at Rs 19.29 lakh were seized, said Superintendent of State Excise (Thane) Pravin Tambe. Further investigation led the excise team to conduct raids at the residences of suspected buyers and suppliers in Chavdar Pada and Kongaon.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Excise dept busts interstate liquor racket in Thane district The Maharashtra Excise Department has dismantled a major inter-state illicit liquor racket operating in Thane district, seizing contraband valued at Rs 32 lakh after conducting multiple raids over the last four days, an officer said on Saturday. Officials intercepted two four-wheelers in Bhiwandi on the night of March 10, leading to the recovery of 10 jars with a capacity of 20 litres each and 2,000 bottles of whiskey. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Excise dept busts interstate liquor racket in Thane districtThe Maharashtra Excise Department has dismantled a major inter-state illicit liquor racket operating in Thane district, seizing contraband valued at Rs 32 lakh after conducting multiple raids over the last four days, an officer said on Saturday. Officials intercepted two four-wheelers in Bhiwandi on the night of March 10, leading to the recovery of 10 jars with a capacity of 20 litres each and 2,000 bottles of whiskey. (PTI) 

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Van Rani`s revival shows we can develop and preserve heritage simultaneously, says Union Minister
"This was truly a train that, for 50 years, held immense appeal for visitors to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Its tracks were damaged during a cyclone in 2020, necessitating its closure; however, I am delighted that CM Devendra Fadnavis and DCM Eknath Shinde have granted approval for its revival... It is battery-operated; therefore, it will cause no harm to the environment... This exemplifies India`s modern strength, that we pursue development while simultaneously preserving our heritage..." Goyal told reporters.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Van Rani`s revival shows we can develop and preserve heritage simultaneously, says Union Minister
"This was truly a train that, for 50 years, held immense appeal for visitors to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Its tracks were damaged during a cyclone in 2020, necessitating its closure; however, I am delighted that CM Devendra Fadnavis and DCM Eknath Shinde have granted approval for its revival... It is battery-operated; therefore, it will cause no harm to the environment... This exemplifies India`s modern strength, that we pursue development while simultaneously preserving our heritage..." Goyal told reporters.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Van Rani toy train symbolises India`s power to develop while preserving heritage, says Piyush Goyal
During his visit to Sanjay Gandhi National Park, the Union Minister emphasised that the "Van Rani" toy train remains a significant attraction for visitors. He asserted that the train exemplifies India`s modern strength and demonstrates the nation`s commitment to pursuing development and preserving its heritage simultaneously.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Van Rani toy train symbolises India`s power to develop while preserving heritage, says Piyush Goyal
During his visit to Sanjay Gandhi National Park, the Union Minister emphasised that the "Van Rani" toy train remains a significant attraction for visitors. He asserted that the train exemplifies India`s modern strength and demonstrates the nation`s commitment to pursuing development and preserving its heritage simultaneously.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurates iconic Van Rani toy train at Sanjay Gandhi National Park Union Minister of Commerce &amp; Industry Piyush Goyal inaugurated an iconic Van Rani toy train at Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Mumbai, Maharashtra, on Saturday. The toy train, which had been discontinued following damage caused by a cyclone in 2020, has been successfully reinstated. Now featuring a battery-operated system to ensure environmental sustainability, it was inaugurated under the leadership of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. (ANI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurates iconic Van Rani toy train at Sanjay Gandhi National ParkUnion Minister of Commerce &amp; Industry Piyush Goyal inaugurated an iconic Van Rani toy train at Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Mumbai, Maharashtra, on Saturday. The toy train, which had been discontinued following damage caused by a cyclone in 2020, has been successfully reinstated. Now featuring a battery-operated system to ensure environmental sustainability, it was inaugurated under the leadership of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. (ANI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Air Quality In Mumbai Metropolitan Region
Neighbouring cities in the <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/come-early-go-early-relaxation-for-women-govt-employees-in-mumbai-metropolitan-region-maharashtra-dy-cm-sunetra-pawar-23620201?button=next" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Mumbai Metropolitan Region</a> (MMR) also reported similar air quality conditions. In Thane, the AQI was recorded at 92, indicating satisfactory air quality. Navi Mumbai reported an AQI of 128, while Kalyan recorded 124, both falling under the moderate category.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Air Quality In Mumbai Metropolitan Region
Neighbouring cities in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) also reported similar air quality conditions. In Thane, the AQI was recorded at 92, indicating satisfactory air quality. Navi Mumbai reported an AQI of 128, while Kalyan recorded 124, both falling under the moderate category.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;AQI Levels Across Major Areas In Mumbai
Air quality monitoring stations across different parts of Mumbai reported mixed but generally improved readings. Among the areas recording moderate AQI levels, the <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/amid-lpg-shortage-concerns-indian-oil-shares-visuals-of-normal-operations-at-mumbais-bkc-station-23620678" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Bandra Kurla Complex</a> (BKC) recorded an AQI of 118, while Borivali East registered 111 and Andheri East recorded 126.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;AQI Levels Across Major Areas In Mumbai
Air quality monitoring stations across different parts of Mumbai reported mixed but generally improved readings. Among the areas recording moderate AQI levels, the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) recorded an AQI of 118, while Borivali East registered 111 and Andheri East recorded 126.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai Air Quality Improves In Last 24 Hours
Despite the rising heat, Mumbai&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-weather-updates-city-gets-relief-as-temperatures-drop-by-over-6-degrees-celsius-23620411" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">air quality</a> has improved significantly over the past 24 hours. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board through its Sameer application, the city&rsquo;s Air Quality Index (AQI) currently stands at 100, which falls under the &ldquo;satisfactory&rdquo; category. The AQI has remained relatively stable during the day, indicating better air quality compared to the severe pollution levels reported in the city in recent months.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai Air Quality Improves In Last 24 Hours
Despite the rising heat, Mumbai&rsquo;s air quality has improved significantly over the past 24 hours. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board through its Sameer application, the city&rsquo;s Air Quality Index (AQI) currently stands at 100, which falls under the &ldquo;satisfactory&rdquo; category. The AQI has remained relatively stable during the day, indicating better air quality compared to the severe pollution levels reported in the city in recent months.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;IMD Forecasts Temperature Between 23 degrees Celsius and 35 degrees Celsius
The <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/maharashtra-likely-to-experience-thunderstorms-rain-and-gusty-winds-from-march-17-to-20-agriculture-department-issues-advisory-to-farmers-23620636" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">India Meteorological Department</a> said Mumbai is expected to record temperatures ranging between 23 degrees Celsius and 35 degrees Celsius, indicating a noticeable increase in daytime heat. Meteorologists have issued a &ldquo;hot and humid&rdquo; alert for the city, warning that elevated humidity levels could make the weather feel warmer than the actual temperature.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;IMD Forecasts Temperature Between 23 degrees Celsius and 35 degrees Celsius
The India Meteorological Department said Mumbai is expected to record temperatures ranging between 23 degrees Celsius and 35 degrees Celsius, indicating a noticeable increase in daytime heat. Meteorologists have issued a &ldquo;hot and humid&rdquo; alert for the city, warning that elevated humidity levels could make the weather feel warmer than the actual temperature.

Mumbai News LIVE Update: IMD issues `hot and humid` alert as temperature set to touch 35 degrees Celsius
According to the India Meteorological Department, the city is likely to witness &ldquo;hot and humid&rdquo; conditions, with daytime temperatures expected to rise significantly.

Mumbai News LIVE Update: IMD issues `hot and humid` alert as temperature set to touch 35 degrees Celsius
According to the India Meteorological Department, the city is likely to witness &ldquo;hot and humid&rdquo; conditions, with daytime temperatures expected to rise significantly.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Tow injured taken to Kandivali-Shatabdi hospital
Two people injured in human Wildlife conflict incident near kurar village &nbsp;adjacent to to Sanjay Gandhi National Park. They were taken to Kandivali-Shatabdi hospital.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Tow injured taken to Kandivali-Shatabdi hospital
Two people injured in human Wildlife conflict incident near kurar village &nbsp;adjacent to to Sanjay Gandhi National Park. They were taken to Kandivali-Shatabdi hospital.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Injured taken to hospital after leopard attack
According to preliminary information, the two injured individuals were quickly rescued and rushed to Shatabdi Hospital in Kandivali for medical treatment. Hospital sources said both victims were receiving care, though details about the severity of their injuries were not immediately available.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Injured taken to hospital after leopard attack
According to preliminary information, the two injured individuals were quickly rescued and rushed to Shatabdi Hospital in Kandivali for medical treatment. Hospital sources said both victims were receiving care, though details about the severity of their injuries were not immediately available.
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Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Two injured in Leopard-human conflict near SGNP
Two people were injured in a suspected human&ndash;wildlife conflict incident near Kurar village, located adjacent to Sanjay Gandhi National Park on Saturday, officials said. The incident occurred in the settlement area close to the forest boundary, where residents occasionally encounter wild animals straying out of the national park. The exact species involved in the incident was not immediately confirmed.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Two injured in Leopard-human conflict near SGNP
Two people were injured in a suspected human&ndash;wildlife conflict incident near Kurar village, located adjacent to Sanjay Gandhi National Park on Saturday, officials said. The incident occurred in the settlement area close to the forest boundary, where residents occasionally encounter wild animals straying out of the national park. The exact species involved in the incident was not immediately confirmed.

Mumbai News LIVE Update: Mumbai&rsquo;s 162-year-old Flora Fountain falls silent as algae fills basin
The iconic Flora Fountain at Hutatma Chowk in Fort has remained non-functional for at least two weeks, with algae spreading across the stagnant water in its basin. Officials say the heritage structure currently has no maintenance contractor despite restoration work carried out by BMC a few years ago.

Mumbai News LIVE Update: Mumbai&rsquo;s 162-year-old Flora Fountain falls silent as algae fills basin
The iconic Flora Fountain at Hutatma Chowk in Fort has remained non-functional for at least two weeks, with algae spreading across the stagnant water in its basin. Officials say the heritage structure currently has no maintenance contractor despite restoration work carried out by BMC a few years ago.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Freedom of Religion Bill calls for detailed debate
The Maharashtra government has tabled the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026 in the Assembly, proposing strict procedures such as prior notice to authorities and penalties for unlawful conversions

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Freedom of Religion Bill calls for detailed debate
The Maharashtra government has tabled the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026 in the Assembly, proposing strict procedures such as prior notice to authorities and penalties for unlawful conversions

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Provisions in the draft legislation
According to the draft legislation, the Bill aims to prevent unlawful religious conversions carried out through misrepresentation, force, undue influence, coercion, allurement, or marriage. The government argues that such practices can disturb social harmony and undermine an individual&rsquo;s constitutional right to freely profess and practise religion.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Provisions in the draft legislation
According to the draft legislation, the Bill aims to prevent unlawful religious conversions carried out through misrepresentation, force, undue influence, coercion, allurement, or marriage. The government argues that such practices can disturb social harmony and undermine an individual&rsquo;s constitutional right to freely profess and practise religion.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: State introduces Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026
The Maharashtra government on Friday introduced the <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/maharashtra-budget-session-2026-govt-to-call-meeting-over-mangrove-destruction-in-mumbai-23620554" rel="nofollow">Maharashtra </a>Freedom of Religion Bill (Dharma Swatantrya Adhiniyam), 2026, aimed at tightening provisions against forced or fraudulent religious conversions. Minister of State for Home Pankaj Bhoyar tabled the Bill in the State Legislative Assembly.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: State introduces Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026
The Maharashtra government on Friday introduced the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill (Dharma Swatantrya Adhiniyam), 2026, aimed at tightening provisions against forced or fraudulent religious conversions. Minister of State for Home Pankaj Bhoyar tabled the Bill in the State Legislative Assembly.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Marathi mandatory for all school boards in Maharashtra; says Dada Bhuse
School education minister <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/maharashtra-minister-warns-action-against-schools-not-teaching-marathi-recognition-may-be-revoked-23620650" rel="nofollow">Dada Bhuse </a>on Friday asserted that all school boards in Maharashtra will be required to conduct Marathi examinations and appoint teachers to teach the local language as a subject. He reiterated that Marathi is compulsory for all school boards (IG, Cambridge, ICSE, and CBSE) and action will be taken against those flouting the norms.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Marathi mandatory for all school boards in Maharashtra; says Dada Bhuse
School education minister Dada Bhuse on Friday asserted that all school boards in Maharashtra will be required to conduct Marathi examinations and appoint teachers to teach the local language as a subject. He reiterated that Marathi is compulsory for all school boards (IG, Cambridge, ICSE, and CBSE) and action will be taken against those flouting the norms.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Civil society voices concern over impact of anti-conversion law at Press Club
More than 30 rights groups held a joint press conference on Wednesday, March 11, afternoon at the <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-photojournalist-rajanish-kakade-passes-away-at-55-after-illness-23618015" rel="nofollow">Mumbai Press Club</a>, Azad Maidan in SoBo over the Maharashtra Cabinet&rsquo;s decision to approve the draft &lsquo;Dharma Swatantrya Adhiniyam, 2026&rsquo;, an anti-conversion law reportedly designed to regulate religious conversion and interfaith relationships.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Civil society voices concern over impact of anti-conversion law at Press Club
More than 30 rights groups held a joint press conference on Wednesday, March 11, afternoon at the Mumbai Press Club, Azad Maidan in SoBo over the Maharashtra Cabinet&rsquo;s decision to approve the draft &lsquo;Dharma Swatantrya Adhiniyam, 2026&rsquo;, an anti-conversion law reportedly designed to regulate religious conversion and interfaith relationships.

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Three held for burglary in Navi Mumbai; valuables worth Rs 36 lakh seized
Three persons have been arrested for allegedly breaking into a house and decamping with gold and silver jewellery worth Rs 36 lakh in Navi Mumbai, police said on Saturday. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Three held for burglary in Navi Mumbai; valuables worth Rs 36 lakh seized
Three persons have been arrested for allegedly breaking into a house and decamping with gold and silver jewellery worth Rs 36 lakh in Navi Mumbai, police said on Saturday. (PTI)

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Cost of switching to induction amid LPG crises
Estimated capital investment for caterers: 400 guests capacity: Rs 11 lakh 900 guests capacity: Rs 20 lakh Commercial induction cooktops alone cost Rs 40,000+ per unit, according to caterers

Mumbai News LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Cost of switching to induction amid LPG crises
Estimated capital investment for caterers:400 guests capacity: Rs 11 lakh900 guests capacity: Rs 20 lakhCommercial induction cooktops alone cost Rs 40,000+ per unit, according to caterers

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai weddings feel the heat as LPG shortage hits caterers
An ongoing shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in Mumbai is beginning to affect the wedding industry, forcing caterers to trim menus, reduce live cooking counters and switch to induction stoves as they struggle to manage events scheduled this weekend

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Mumbai weddings feel the heat as LPG shortage hits caterers
An ongoing shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in Mumbai is beginning to affect the wedding industry, forcing caterers to trim menus, reduce live cooking counters and switch to induction stoves as they struggle to manage events scheduled this weekend

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday said India should have taken a stand against the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict which killed several women and children and has started affecting India`s economy. In a swipe, he said Prime Minister Narendra Modi could have become a "vishwaguru" by sending a message of peace and preventing the war. We are closing the LIVE blog now

Mumbai News LIVE Updates: Yadav arrived in the city to attend Iftaar (the evening meal to break the daily fast during the Islamic month of Ramzan) 

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