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Two Arrested in Jharkhand for Impersonating Palghar Collector
Palghar cyber crime police arrested two individuals from Giridih, Jharkhand, for allegedly defrauding a Mumbai resident of ₹2.8 lakh. The accused created a fake WhatsApp profile of Palghar Collector Govind Bodke using his photo and contacted the victim, a charitable trust member, demanding money for urgent medical treatment for a child. The victim transferred the amount to multiple accounts before realizing the deception and filing a complaint. The police identified the accused through technical analysis and confiscated mobile phones and SIM cards used in the crime.
6/13/2026
Hospitals Cannot Force Patients to Buy Medicines from Specific Shops: Maharashtra FDA
Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Munde announced on Friday that hospitals cannot compel patients to purchase medicines from their in-house pharmacies or specific chemists. This directive comes after numerous complaints of hospitals forcing patients, violating legal provisions that guarantee patients' freedom to choose their pharmacy. Violators will face action under relevant laws. This measure aims to curb unethical practices and ensure patient welfare in Maharashtra.
6/13/2026
BMC Begins Relocation for 900 Dharavi Residents in Shahunagar
The BMC has initiated the relocation of approximately 900 residents from Shahunagar, Dharavi, as part of the Dharavi Redevelopment Project, following Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis' directive. Residents are being issued notices to vacate and can opt for transit housing in 500 pre-arranged MHADA units in Sector 5, or rented accommodation with a monthly allowance of ₹22,000 for up to 275 sq ft units and ₹30,000 for 375 sq ft units, increasing 5% annually, plus a one-time ₹15,000 shifting allowance. They will receive new homes of at least 500 sq ft or 1.35 times their existing area within five years.
6/12/2026
Mumbai Teen Murdered Over Instagram Posts Dispute, Brother Injured
A 17-year-old boy, Mohammad Sufiyan, was stabbed to death in Wadala, Mumbai, following an argument over Instagram posts. His 20-year-old brother, Mohammad Sameer, was severely injured while trying to intervene. The incident occurred on Sunday night at Bhakti Park. Mumbai Police apprehended three individuals, aged 19, 20, and 21, in connection with the murder. The argument reportedly escalated due to the accused taking offense to posts made by Sufiyan and Sameer, leading to the fatal attack.
6/11/2026
NIA Court Permits Trial in Laos Job Scam and Cyber Fraud Case
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) special court in Mumbai has allowed the trial to proceed in a multi-crore job scam and cyber fraud racket operating from Laos. The court rejected bail applications for three accused: Anthony Michael, Balwant Singh, and a third individual, noting the strong prima facie evidence of their involvement. They allegedly lured Indian youth with high-paying IT jobs in Laos, trafficking them to work in fraudulent call centers engaged in cybercrimes across Southeast Asia. The accused are charged under sections of the IPC, IT Act, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
6/11/2026
Navi Mumbai to Host India’s Largest Global Healthcare Hub
Maharashtra is set to establish India's largest integrated healthcare ecosystem, the Navi Mumbai International Medicity, near the Navi Mumbai International Airport. This project, aligned with PM Modi's 'Heal in India' vision, will involve a collaboration between Cleveland Clinic, Brookfield Asset Management, and Aurodhan Health City, formalized through an MoU. Spearheaded by the Maharashtra government, it aims to attract approximately $1.2 billion in investment and create over 10,000 jobs by integrating patient care, medical education, research, and innovation to develop a world-class healthcare destination.
6/10/2026
Shinde Excluded from Navi Mumbai Airport Shivaji Statue Unveiling
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was not invited to the unveiling of a 20-foot Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue at Navi Mumbai International Airport on Maharashtra Statehood Day. The event, organized by Adani Airport Authority and CIDCO, was attended by CM Devendra Fadnavis, but conspicuously omitted Shinde, whose Urban Development Ministry oversees CIDCO, and Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar. This alleged protocol breach sparked protests from Shinde's Shiv Sena faction and opposition criticism. The Chief Minister's Office issued show-cause notices to CIDCO and Adani Airport Authority, seeking an explanation for the exclusion amidst speculation of growing rifts within the ruling Mahayuti alliance.
6/8/2026
Hufaiza, Close Aide of D-Company's Munna Jhingada, Arrested in Mumbai
Hufaiza, an alleged terrorist and close aide of Dawood Ibrahim's associate Munna Jhingada, was arrested in Mumbai through a joint operation by Maharashtra ATS and Delhi Police Special Cell. Hufaiza was allegedly in contact with Jhingada, who is based in Karachi and reportedly works with ISI to orchestrate anti-India conspiracies. Jhingada, a D-Company shooter with over 70 cases in Mumbai, was tasked by Dawood to eliminate gangster Arun Gawli and previously attempted to kill Chhota Rajan in 1997 in Thailand. Hufaiza's arrest is crucial for uncovering India-based terror networks and potential plots.
6/2/2026