Molestation

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Thane Man Arrested For Molesting Woman, Investigation Underway

In Maharashtra, Thane, a 43-year-old man has been arrested for molesting a woman on the school premises, confirmed local police. As per the complaint of the victim, the accused identified as Fiaz Lalmia Sayyed allegedly touched her inappropriately, when she was waiting to pick up her twin daughters and was waiting at the hallway.  A case under section 354 of the IPC has been registered with the police.

 

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 - 06:26 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Molestation, Thane, arrested, IPC section, Accused

Swine Flu

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Thane Municipal Corporation Announces Free Swine Flu Tests

Concerned with the rising number of swine flu, dengue and malaria cases in Thane, the district municipal corporation announce free testing for vector-borne diseases. On July 27, the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) announced free swine flu testing, as per the recommendations of the doctor. Furthermore, the free-of-cost testing… read-more

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 - 05:50 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: TMC, Thane, swine flu, Free Of Cost Tests, Health Centres

Dengue

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Swine Flu, Malaria & Dengue Cases On RIse In Thane, Officials Issues Alert

Thane is seeing a rapid rise in dengue, malaria, and swine flu cases.  According to officials, in just 24 hours, July 26, swine flu patients rose to 20, while 14 dengue patients are active, raising alarming concerns. In addition, of the 20 swine flu cases, two have lost their lives. In regard to this, the Thane Municipal Corporations took necessary precautions and alerted people, to be cautious about water-borne diseases.

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 - 06:29 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: diseases, Dengue, Malaria, swine flu, Thane

Mumbai Court Judgement

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Mumbai Special Court Announces 10 Year Imprisonment In Minor Rape Case

A special court in Mumbai sentenced 10 years of rigorous imprisonment to Sajad Aslam Kankali (26) for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a seven-year-old minor girl. On July 12, special judge VV Virkar convicted the accused Sajad Aslam under the relevant sections of IPC and POCSO Act. Besides imprisonment, a fine of Rs 13,000 was also imposed on him. The incident happened in 2015, and was under trial these years.

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 - 06:30 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Prosecuted, Rape Convict, Thane, Mumbai Court, Verdict

Drowned

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Students Go For Picnic, 2 Drowns In Thane, Maharashtra

The Maharashtra police informed three different drowning incidents in Thane, on July 12.  In one such incident, 3 students of 12 while on a picnic, drowned in the Ambernath area. Two of the students went for a swim in the Ambe river nearby and one of them started drowning to save them, others also jumped. The rescue force saved other students. However, two, Nikhil Kanojia and Ankit Jaiswal drowned.

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 - 02:37 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Drowned, Thane, Rescue Officials, deceased, students

Thane Corporators

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Thane Mayor, 66 Corporators Extended Support To Eknath Shinde

The political crisis for the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena intensified after as many as 66 Thane corporators decided to join the Eknath Shinde troop.  With this, Shinde, who recently took official charge as Maharashtra CM is going stronger in Maharashtra, especially Thane.  Notably, Eknath Shinde has a stronghold in Thane. Furthermore, Thane Mayor Naresh Muske led a group of corporators visited CM's residence and extended their support to… read-more

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 - 05:24 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Maharashtra , Thane, Corporators, Eknath Shinde, Uddhav Thackeray

eknath shinde

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Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde Shows Kind Gesture, Helps Woman Constable Who Fell On Duty

New Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde is in news for his welfare and gesture towards government staff. On July 7, after he finished a meeting on disaster management and the upcoming Pandharpur 'wari' pilgrimage, rushed to provide assistance to a woman constable who got injured while on duty at the Thane district collectorate. Shinde gave her a glass of water and directed officers to take care of treatment for her.

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 - 01:10 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Maharashtra CM, Eknath Shinde, Kind Gesture, Woman Constable, Thane

Mumbai Rains

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IMD Issues Orange Alert In Mumbai, Predicts Rainfall For Next 48 Hrs

The IMD issued an orange alert in Maharashtra's Mumbai, Palghar, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg on June 20. The alert was in the view of heavy to very heavy rainfall in most parts of Mumbai, on June 19. According to the weather reports, Mumbai and its surrounding areas will receive moderate to heavy rains in the next 24-36 hours. Notably, the southwest monsoon arrived in the State earlier this week.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 - 12:01 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Maharashtra Rains, IMD, orange alert, Mumbai, Thane

Ola Cab

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Ola Cab Driver Murdered By 5 Youngsters Including 1 Minor: Thane

Muhammad Ali (27), an Ola cab driver in Maharashtra's Thane district, has been brutally murdered by five youngsters including a minor, on May 29. The accused were arrested on May 30. Reportedly, Ali, who hailed from Uttar Pradesh, was found dead and half naked, near RCC bridge. His belongings including money and phone were missing. Cab drivers union has called for a protest holding Ola responsible, demanding justice for Ali.

Tue, 31 May 2022 - 06:40 PM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Ola, Muhammad Ali, Thane, Kurla, Maharashtra

Courtesy: Free Press Journal

Cough Syrup Bottles

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NCB Seizes 864 Kg Codeine-Based Cough Syrup In Thane: Maharashtra

In Thane's Bhiwandi area, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) seized 864 kilograms of codeine-based cough syrup, on May 20. Reportedly, the total seizure tallied up to 8,640 bottles of syrup. After which, two persons were involved in the matter were arrested. Furthermore, NCB also seized a two-wheeler and a pickup truck from their possession. Further details on the matter is underway as the investigation is ongoing.

Sun, 22 May 2022 - 05:30 PM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Codeine, cough syrup, NCB, Thane, Maharashtra

Courtesy: ANI