Mumbai, March 21 (IANS) Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali got himself into a fix when he forgot his bag at one of the shops at the Mumbai airport. As he had already come out of the airport, he was unable to go back. However, Mumbai Police came to his rescue and helped retrieve his bag.Expressing his gratitude towards Mumbai Police for helping him get his lost bag, the ‘Jab We Met’ maker took to the Stories section of his official Instagram handle and shared a thank you note saying, “Forgot my bag at a shop i…
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New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) A threat email claiming that multiple poisonous gas-filled explosive devices had been planted inside the Mumbai Press Club triggered a major security alert in the city on Friday, prompting swift action by the Mumbai Police and other security agencies.According to officials, the email alleged that several small bombs containing poisonous gas had been placed within the building and would detonate on Friday. The sender identified themselves as ‘Neerja Ajmal Khan’ in the m…
Mumbai, March 20 (IANS) In a major crackdown on counterfeit branded products, the Mumbai Police have busted an organised racket involved in selling fake mobile accessories in the Ghatkopar area. The police carried out raids and seized counterfeit goods worth approximately Rs 16.33 lakh. Cases have been registered against six shopkeepers for their alleged involvement in the racket. According to police officials, the action was initiated following specific intelligence inputs about the sale of fak…
New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) In a major crackdown on the illegal black marketing of domestic and commercial LPG cylinders, the rationing and supply authorities in Mumbai conducted a raid in the Worli area and seized a significant stock of gas cylinders that were allegedly being stored and sold illegally in the black market.According to Mumbai Police, the operation was carried out after the department received confidential information about illegal storage and sale of LPG cylinders in a residential…
Mumbai, March 13 (IANS) A female doctor was found dead under suspicious circumstances at the Western Railway’s Jagjivan Ram Hospital in Mumbai Central, triggering shock and concern among hospital staff. The deceased has been identified as Dr Anuja Kulkarni, an unmarried doctor working in the hospital’s ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) department. The incident came to light on Wednesday after Dr Kulkarni failed to report to the operation theatre for her scheduled surgeries. Following the discovery,…
Mumbai, March 12 (IANS) A wave of panic swept through the Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan (Legislative Assembly) in Mumbai early this morning after an anonymous individual sent a bomb threat via email to the official office account. The threat has triggered a massive security operation, bringing proceedings to a temporary standstill during the critical Budget Session. Following the receipt of the threatening email, Mumbai Police and security agencies acted swiftly to secure the premises.According to t…
Mumbai, March 5 (IANS) Marathi actress Varsha Usgaonkar, among several people have reportedly been duped of around Rs. 47 lakh by a man posing as a builder and film producer, as per Mumbai Police. A case of fraud linked to the Marathi film industry has come to light. According to Mumbai Police, a man claiming to be a film producer and builder has been accused of cheating several actresses, including well-known Marathi actress Varsha Usgaonkar, of nearly Rs. 47 lakh. A case has been registered ag…
Mumbai, March 4 (IANS) A 22-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death following a minor dispute after Holi celebrations in Mumbai’s Wadala area. Four youths have been arrested in connection with the incident, and a case of murder has been registered against them, the Mumbai Police said on Wednesday. According to Mumbai Police, the incident took place around 4.30 p.m. on Tuesday in the Kokripada area of Wadala. The accused had reportedly gathered after celebrating Holi and were consuming beer …
Andheri, Feb 28 (IANS) In a major crackdown on human trafficking, Mumbai Police have busted an international sex racket operating out of a hotel in Andheri East. According to the police, two Ugandan women who were lured to India on the pretext of employment were allegedly forced into prostitution. Four hotel employees have been arrested, while the hotel owner and a Kenyan woman, believed to be the key link in the racket, are currently absconding.The action followed a complaint lodged by a female…
Mumbai, Feb 27 (IANS) An incident of the molestation of a foreign woman has come to light in Mumbai, with the woman herself sharing details of the disturbing episode by posting a video on her social media profile. While sharing the video, the female traveller wrote: “This was the first time something like this happened to me in India — and I’ve been here for two months now. Most of my experience has been beautiful, kind, and welcoming. But this day was different.””They kept following us and …