Thane civic body records Rs 878 crore property tax collection in FY 2025–26
The Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) has recorded its highest-ever property tax collection, amassing Rs 878.37 crore in the financial year 2025–26. The civic body achieved 96 per cent of…
Maharashtra hikes scholarships for differently-abled students after 12 years
In a significant step towards education welfare, the Maharashtra State Cabinet has approved an increase in scholarship amounts for thousands of differently-abled students across the state, offering long-awaited financial…
Devendra Fadnavis launches MSRTC NCMC smart card for digital travel
In a significant push towards digitising public transport services, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday launched the ‘RuPay On-The-Go’ National Common Mobility Card (NCMC)-enabled smart card for the…
Mumbai: Eleven autorickshaws damaged in Chedda Nagar Junction fire at Ghatkopar
In a sudden fire incident on Wednesday, at least eleven autorickshaws were completely gutted after a blaze broke out under the Ramabai Bridge near Chedda Nagar Junction in Ghatkopar.…
Mumbai: BMC records highest-ever property tax collection of Rs 7,610 crore
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has registered its highest-ever property tax collection, garnering Rs 7,610.90 crore in the financial year 2025–26. This marks a historic achievement for the civic…
Palghar man slams 4-year-old boy, smashes head; child critical
An autorickshaw driver brutally assaulted a four-year-old boy by lifting him by his legs and slamming him to the ground before smashing his head on an iron rod following…
Thane to get pod taxi service for last-mile connectivity, says Eknath Shinde
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday announced plans for an ambitious pod taxi project in Thane aimed at enhancing last-mile connectivity and easing urban transport challenges, reported…
Rape-accused `godman` Ashok Kharat sent to judicial custody till April 14
A court in Maharashtra’s Nashik has remanded self-styled godman Ashok Kharat to 14-day judicial custody in connection with multiple sexual assault allegations, officials said on Wednesday, reported news agency…
Thane tribunal awards Rs 7.76 lakh to man disabled in accident a decade ago
The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Thane has awarded compensation of Rs 7.76 lakh to a man who suffered permanent disability in a road accident in 2015. The…
Ritu Tawde clarifies remarks on Jain Maharaj, condemns misinterpretations
Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde on Wednesday clarified her statements regarding her recovery with the help of a Jain spiritual leader, amid controversy over misinterpretations of her remarks. Speaking at…
