Mumbai: As Mumbai powers through the week, the city witnesses a flurry of developments from nationwide emergency drills and unexpected pre-monsoon showers to a major defence operation response, a shocking murder case, and crucial traffic advisories. Here's your concise roundup of the top headlines making news this evening.
Mock Drills Conducted Across Mumbai – From CSMT to Cross Maidan | File
Mock Drills Conducted Across Mumbai – From CSMT to Cross Maidan
Emergency preparedness drills were carried out at several prominent locations across Mumbai, including Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), as part of a nationwide civil defence initiative. The aim was to assess and improve readiness in handling emergency scenarios.
'Yeh Toh Trailer Hai, Picture Abhi Baaki Hai': Maharashtra Leaders React To India's Operation Sindoor | File
'Yeh Toh Trailer Hai, Picture Abhi Baaki Hai': Maharashtra Leaders React To India's Operation Sindoor
In response to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, Indian defence forces launched a coordinated offensive, ‘Operation Sindoor’, targeting nine terror training facilities in Pakistan and PoK. These were reportedly associated with groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba. Maharashtra political leaders responded with strong support, signalling further actions to come.
Mumbai Sees Heavy Pre-Monsoon Rains Despite Heatwave, Including Thane & Navi Mumbai | Alok Dubey FPJ
Surprise Pre-Monsoon Rains In Mumbai, Thane & Navi Mumbai Amid Heatwave
Heavy pre-monsoon showers surprised Mumbai on Wednesday evening, hitting areas like Nariman Point, Marine Lines, and Navi Mumbai. Thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds accompanied the downpour, making the early arrival of monsoon-like weather feel official.
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Malad Hotel Murder: Woman Arrested In Surat For Alleged Killing Of Businessman Boyfriend
In a disturbing incident, a 47-year-old interior decorator, Imamuddin Ghesasi Mansuri, was found murdered in a Malad hotel. His girlfriend, also a relative, has been arrested in Surat. She initially tried to stage the scene as a suicide but was tracked down by the Mumbai police.
Week-Long Closure Of Thane-Belapur Road Near IKEA Due To Roadworks | FPJ
Week-Long Closure Of Thane-Belapur Road Near IKEA Due To Roadworks
A major traffic update for Navi Mumbai commuters the Thane-Belapur Road stretch near IKEA will be completely shut for a week from 9 PM on May 7 to May 14 midnight due to road concreting work undertaken by NMMC.
