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Rise of Lawrence Bishnoi: Once into student politics, now a feared gangster

A member of Lawrence Bishnoi gang, Shubbu alias Shubham Lonkar has reportedly admitted to having orchestrated Siddique's murder due to his close association with Bollywood actor Salman Khan

Uddhav Thackeray visits Mumbai hospital; he is well, says son Aaditya

The Shiv Sena (UBT) leader was admitted at Reliance Hospital in Mumbai after feeling unwell. He may be reportedly required to undergo angiography as part of his evaluation

How was Baba Siddique's murder plotted?

The recent assassination of former minister Baba Siddique has rocked Mumbai just ahead of the Assembly elections. According to reports, the attack was being planned for months.

Poll-bound Maharashtra scraps entry toll for light motor vehicles in Mumbai

The toll fees for five entry points in Mumbai: Dahisar, Mulund, Vashi, Airoli, and Tinhanth Naka, were revised on October 1, inviting criticism against the Eknath Shinde government from the Opposition

Baba Siddique's murder: Three held; how the attack was planned for months

A member of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's gang, Shubham Lonkar, claimed that he allegedly orchestrated senior politician Baba Siddique's murder due to his close links with actor Salman Khan

Air India Mumbai-New York flight diverted to Delhi after bomb threat

According to Delhi Police, the aircraft is currently stationed at the IGI Airport, and all standard safety protocols are being diligently followed to ensure the safety of passengers

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Delhi Police to send SIT to investigate killing of NCP leader Baba Siddique

It is believed that a suspected gangster's motive behind the murder of Baba Siddiqui was to establish his influence in Mumbai

CM Shinde vows strict action after Baba Siddique's killing, 2 arrested

Calling the incident extremely unfortunate, CM Shinde told the media that two suspects have been arrested, with one still at large

Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders condemn Baba Siddique killing, question law & order

Siddique was shot dead by unidentified attackers in Mumbai on Saturday evening. Siddique, a three-time MLA from Bandra West, had joined Ajit Pawar's NCP earlier in February this year

Tata gave us salt, some industrialists taking away our saltpan land: Uddhav

The Tata group gave India salt, but some industrialists are taking away Mumbai's saltpan lands, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray said on Saturday, as homage was paid to late Ratan Tata at the party's Dussehra rally here. Ratan Tata, 86, died on October 9 at a city hospital. Thackeray and other leaders stood in silence as a mark of respect to the veteran industrialist before Thackeray addressed the rally at Shivaji Park in central Mumbai. "Tata gave us salt which spices our food. But some industrialists are taking away Mumbai's saltpan lands," Thackeray said in his speech, without naming anybody. "Ratan Tata once told me that JRD Tata trusted him after seeing his work, and then handed over his legacy. He said Balasaheb also chose you (Uddhav) after he found you trustworthy," Thackeray added.

Whatsapp-based ticket service launched for Mumbai's metro lines 2A and 7

The MMMOCL on Friday launched a Whatsapp-based "eco-friendly" ticketing service for passengers of metro rail lines 2A and 7 in Mumbai, an official said. Metro line 2A is from Andheri West to Dahisar and runs on the new link road, while line 7 is from Andheri East to Dahisar on Western Express Highway. The two lines were launched in April 2022 and serve passengers in the north-west part of the metropolis. In a release, Maha Mumbai Metro Operations Corporation Limited said, "This innovative service, now available to passengers on Metro Lines 2A and 7, allows commuters to purchase tickets directly through Whatsapp, eliminating the need for paper tickets and providing a seamless, user-friendly experience." The Whatsapp-based ticketing service was launched at the hands of a woman passenger as part of the ongoing Navratri celebrations, symbolizing empowerment and innovation, the release added. "To purchase metro ticket through Whasapp, commuters will have to simply send a 'Hi' to ...

Mumbai Trump Tower residents sue builder over unfulfilled private jet time

The 75-storey ultra-luxurious Trump Tower homeowners have alleged that the developers failed to provide 10 hours of free private jet flying time as outlined in their sale agreements

Oberoi Realty's board approves proposal to raise up to Rs 6,000 cr

Company acquired Nirmal Lifestyle Realty Private under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code in August

Bill Gates remembers Ratan Tata's legacy: 'Moved by his sense of purpose'

Ratan Tata passed away on Wednesday. Many noted personalities paid tributes to the former Tata Sons chairman's remarkable life, remembering his dedication to society's progress

Watch: Ratan Tata's last rites performed with full state honours

Ratan Tata was bid goodbye with full state honours as his mortal remains reached Worli for cremation. Earlier, his body was kept at the NCPA for the public to pay respects.

Ratan Tata's mortal remains taken to NCPA for people to pay tributes

Legendary industrialist Ratan Tata's body was on Thursday morning taken from his house in a hearse, decked with white flowers, to the NCPA in south Mumbai where it would be kept for people to pay their last respects. Before the hearse started from Tata's home, located a couple of kilometres away from the National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA), the Mumbai Police band played a tune as a mark of respect to him. As the news of Tata's demise spread, people from different walks of life gathered outside his house since early Thursday morning to pay tribute to him. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar was among the early visitors at Tata's home. Ratan Tata, who is credited with transforming the Tata Group into a globally renowned conglomerate, died at age 86 at the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai on Wednesday night. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, his deputy Devendra Fadnavis, Maharashtra's education minister Deepak Kesarkar and industrialist Mukesh Ambani were among those who rushed to the

NeoLiv buys 12 acre land at Alibaug to develop Rs 400 cr housing project

Realty firm NeoLiv has bought 12-acre land at Alibaug near Mumbai to develop a luxury housing project with a sales potential of around Rs 400 crore. The company did not disclose the land deal value and name of the seller. In a statement on Wednesday, NeoLiv announced the acquisition of 12 acres of prime land in Alibaug, marking the company's foray into the highly sought-after Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) market. "The development with an option to extend to 20 acres and projected gross value of more than Rs 400 crore will offer an exceptional mix of premium villas and plots," it said. NeoLiv founder and CEO Mohit Malhotra said this acquisition represents a significant milestone for the company. "Backed by UHNI investors through our SEBI-approved fund and led by a highly experienced team with over 100 years of combined expertise, we are committed to delivering exceptional living experiences that will set new benchmarks for residential developments," Malhotra said. Alibaug, kno

Mumbai Metro-3 launch: Stations, timings & fares of city's underground line

Mumbai's Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) to Aarey stretch of Metro Line 3 is set to significantly ease daily commutes, offering faster and more efficient travel across key parts of the city

Mumbai's 1st underground Metro corridor opens, registers ridership of 8,532

Mumbai's first underground Metro corridor, the aqua line's phase-1, stretching from Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) to Aarey became operational for the public on Monday morning. A large number of people came to experience the ride on the first day as the service commenced at 11 am amid cheers from passengers. Later in the evening, officials said only 8,500 passengers used the financial capital's maiden underground metro for their commute on its inaugural day. The ridership for the first seven hours was much below the estimated 4 lakh commuters per day on which the financial model of the Mumbai Metro Line 3 has been based, sources said. Vaidehi More, a spokesperson for Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC), said 8,532 passengers used the Aqua line till 6 pm, seven hours after it started commercial operations. More, however, did not specify the reasons behind the poor ridership figures on the first day. Several Mumbaikars, excited about the first day travel, arrived at stations before ..