A fire broke out in the basement of Aayakar Bhavan on Maharshi Karve Road in Mumbai's Churchgate on Monday afternoon. The Mumbai fire brigade declared a Level-I response, with fire personnel, police, ambulance services and BMC staff deployed. No injuries have been reported so far.

Mumbai: fire breaks out in basement of income tax office in Churchgate

Mumbai Police have busted a milk adulteration racket in Kandivali East, arresting a 48-year-old man allegedly caught adulterating branded milk with impure water. Police seized 74 litres of adulterated milk carrying Amul and Gokul labels, along with counterfeit pouches and adulteration material. A case has been registered under the BNS and Food Safety and Standards Act.

Mumbai milk adulteration racket: Police seize 74 litres of adulterated milk during raid 

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is set to establish campuses in Chennai and Mumbai, expanding its presence in India and strengthening education ties between the two countries.&nbsp;The Tamil Nadu government, led by Chief Minister Vijay, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Australian university for the Chennai campus. The facility will cover 50,000 square feet and involve an investment of Rs 125 crore. The project is expected to generate more than 200 direct and indirect jobs.&nbsp;The university plans to operate its Indian campuses from existing private properties in Chennai and Mumbai. Both facilities are expected to become operational and welcome students by December 2026.UWA will offer programmes in areas including STEM, commerce and management as part of its expansion in India. The move follows approval from India's University Grants Commission (UGC) for the university to establish campuses in the country.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/inside-ceuta-s-chaos-tiny-spanish-enclave-at-the-centre-of-europe-s-border-crisis-wion-decodes-1785582300324">Inside Ceuta’s chaos: Tiny Spanish enclave at the centre of Europe’s border crisis | WION Decodes</a>&nbsp;Established in 1911, UWA is an Australian Government-established institution and ranked 77th in the QS World University Rankings 2026. It is also among the world's top 100 universities and a member of Australia's Group of Eight, a network of leading research-intensive institutions.&nbsp;Through its physical presence in India, UWA aims to strengthen educational and economic links between Australia and India. The university also plans to develop new research and industry partnerships and create opportunities for wider collaboration between the two countries.

The University of Western Australia plans to establish campuses in Chennai and Mumbai by December 2026, aiming to expand educational opportunities and strengthen academic and economic ties between India and Australia.

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is set to establish campuses in Chennai and Mumbai, expanding its presence in India and strengthening education ties between the two countries. The Tamil Nadu government, led by Chief Minister Vijay, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Australian university for the Chennai campus. The facility will cover 50,000 square feet and involve an investment of Rs 125 crore. The project is expected to generate more than 200 direct and indirect jobs. The university plans to operate its Indian campuses from existing private properties in Chennai and Mumbai. Both facilities are expected to become operational and welcome students by December 2026. UWA will offer programmes in areas including STEM, commerce and management as part of its expansion in India. The move follows approval from India's University Grants Commission (UGC) for the university to establish campuses in the country. Also Read: Inside Ceuta’s chaos: Tiny Spanish enclave at the centre of Europe’s border crisis | WION Decodes Established in 1911, UWA is an Australian Government-established institution and ranked 77th in the QS World University Rankings 2026. It is also among the world's top 100 universities and a member of Australia's Group of Eight, a network of leading research-intensive institutions. Through its physical presence in India, UWA aims to strengthen educational and economic links between Australia and India. The university also plans to develop new research and industry partnerships and create opportunities for wider collaboration between the two countries.

The University of Western Australia plans to establish campuses in Chennai and Mumbai by December 2026, aiming to expand educational opportunities and strengthen academic and economic ties between India and Australia.

University of Western Australia plans campuses in Chennai and Mumbai

A residential building collapse in India's financial capital region has left at least nine people dead, with rescue teams continuing to search for survivors feared trapped beneath the rubble.&nbsp;The four-storey Kohinoor Building collapsed late on Thursday in Bhiwandi, a densely populated industrial town in Maharashtra's Thane district, located on the outskirts of Mumbai. Officials said several residents were inside the building when it gave way, prompting a large-scale rescue operation involving the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the Thane Disaster Response Force (TDRF), firefighters, police and local civic authorities.&nbsp;Several people were rescued from the debris and shifted to nearby hospitals, while rescue workers recovered nine bodies. Authorities have warned that the death toll could rise as search operations continue.&nbsp;Rescue teams, assisted by cranes, earthmovers and sniffer dogs, have been carefully removing debris in the hope of locating anyone still trapped. Officials said the operation is being carried out cautiously because of the risk of further structural collapse.&nbsp;Preliminary information indicates that repair work was underway at the ageing building before the collapse. Authorities have not confirmed whether the repairs contributed to the incident. A detailed structural audit and police investigation will begin after rescue efforts are completed.&nbsp;The collapse has once again drawn attention to the recurring problem of ageing and unsafe buildings in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Bhiwandi, known as one of India's largest warehousing and powerloom hubs, has witnessed several fatal building collapses over the past decade. Rapid urbanisation, ageing residential structures, unauthorised construction, inadequate maintenance and overcrowding have combined to make parts of the city particularly vulnerable to structural failures.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/i-am-feeling-very-good-to-be-back-taslima-nasreen-makes-emotional-kolkata-return-after-19-years-1785493888073">'I am feeling very good to be back.’: Taslima Nasreen makes emotional Kolkata return after 19 years</a>&nbsp;The risk increases during India's annual monsoon season, which runs from June to September. Heavy and prolonged rainfall can weaken already compromised buildings by seeping into foundations, corroding steel reinforcement and placing additional stress on ageing structures. Every year, municipal authorities across Maharashtra identify hundreds of buildings as dangerous and issue evacuation notices. However, many residents continue to occupy these buildings because of housing shortages, financial constraints or delays in redevelopment projects.&nbsp;Building collapses during the monsoon have become a recurring safety concern in Maharashtra, particularly in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, where ageing infrastructure coexists with one of the world's highest urban population densities. Fatal incidents in Mumbai, Thane and neighbouring cities have repeatedly raised questions about enforcement of building safety regulations, structural audits and the pace of redevelopment.&nbsp;Senior district officials are monitoring the rescue operation, while authorities have urged residents to avoid the area to allow emergency crews to continue their work. The identities of several victims have not yet been released as officials work to inform their families.

At least nine people died after a four-storey residential building collapsed in Bhiwandi near Mumbai, as rescue teams continued searching the rubble for survivors and authorities worked to determine the cause of the collapse.

A residential building collapse in India's financial capital region has left at least nine people dead, with rescue teams continuing to search for survivors feared trapped beneath the rubble. The four-storey Kohinoor Building collapsed late on Thursday in Bhiwandi, a densely populated industrial town in Maharashtra's Thane district, located on the outskirts of Mumbai. Officials said several residents were inside the building when it gave way, prompting a large-scale rescue operation involving the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the Thane Disaster Response Force (TDRF), firefighters, police and local civic authorities. Several people were rescued from the debris and shifted to nearby hospitals, while rescue workers recovered nine bodies. Authorities have warned that the death toll could rise as search operations continue. Rescue teams, assisted by cranes, earthmovers and sniffer dogs, have been carefully removing debris in the hope of locating anyone still trapped. Officials said the operation is being carried out cautiously because of the risk of further structural collapse. Preliminary information indicates that repair work was underway at the ageing building before the collapse. Authorities have not confirmed whether the repairs contributed to the incident. A detailed structural audit and police investigation will begin after rescue efforts are completed. The collapse has once again drawn attention to the recurring problem of ageing and unsafe buildings in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Bhiwandi, known as one of India's largest warehousing and powerloom hubs, has witnessed several fatal building collapses over the past decade. Rapid urbanisation, ageing residential structures, unauthorised construction, inadequate maintenance and overcrowding have combined to make parts of the city particularly vulnerable to structural failures. Also Read: 'I am feeling very good to be back.’: Taslima Nasreen makes emotional Kolkata return after 19 years The risk increases during India's annual monsoon season, which runs from June to September. Heavy and prolonged rainfall can weaken already compromised buildings by seeping into foundations, corroding steel reinforcement and placing additional stress on ageing structures. Every year, municipal authorities across Maharashtra identify hundreds of buildings as dangerous and issue evacuation notices. However, many residents continue to occupy these buildings because of housing shortages, financial constraints or delays in redevelopment projects. Building collapses during the monsoon have become a recurring safety concern in Maharashtra, particularly in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, where ageing infrastructure coexists with one of the world's highest urban population densities. Fatal incidents in Mumbai, Thane and neighbouring cities have repeatedly raised questions about enforcement of building safety regulations, structural audits and the pace of redevelopment. Senior district officials are monitoring the rescue operation, while authorities have urged residents to avoid the area to allow emergency crews to continue their work. The identities of several victims have not yet been released as officials work to inform their families.

At least nine people died after a four-storey residential building collapsed in Bhiwandi near Mumbai, as rescue teams continued searching the rubble for survivors and authorities worked to determine the cause of the collapse.

Nine dead after residential building collapses in Maharashtra's Bhiwandi

At least nine people have been killed after the four-storey Kohinoor Building collapsed in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra, late Thursday night.A major multi-agency rescue operation is currently underway to pull survivors from the debris.

Mumbai: Four-storey building collapses in Bhiwandi, eight killed

Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday launched the&nbsp;'Drug-Free Mumbai'&nbsp;campaign, calling for a public movement against narcotics as authorities seek to tackle both drug abuse and organised trafficking in India's financial capital.The campaign aims to combine stricter law enforcement with community participation, awareness drives and early intervention programmes. Schools, colleges, housing societies and workplaces across Mumbai will be encouraged to organise anti-drug awareness activities, while citizens are being urged to take an online pledge supporting a drug-free city.Launching the initiative, Fadnavis said the fight against narcotics cannot be left to law enforcement agencies alone and requires active participation from society, particularly to protect young people from substance abuse.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pune-marathon-runner-s-organs-save-four-lives-after-fatal-road-crash-1785424488464">Pune marathon runner’s organs save four lives after fatal road crash</a><h3>Why Mumbai is vulnerable</h3>Mumbai has long been considered one of India's most vulnerable cities to narcotics trafficking because of its strategic location on the Arabian Sea, one of the country's busiest ports, an international airport, and extensive logistics and transport networks that connect it with global trade routes.According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), South Asia lies along major heroin trafficking routes originating from Afghanistan's "Golden Crescent", while synthetic drugs are increasingly being manufactured and trafficked across the region.&nbsp;Mumbai's position as India's commercial capital makes it both a transit point and a consumer market for international and domestic drug syndicates.<h3>Enforcement agencies intensify crackdown</h3>In recent years, agencies including the&nbsp;Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Mumbai Police, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) and the Maharashtra Anti-Narcotics Task Force have significantly stepped up enforcement.According to the Maharashtra government, the NCB's Mumbai Zonal Unit has seized narcotics worth more than ₹150 crore and arrested over 300 drug peddlers&nbsp;in recent operations.The crackdown has also led to major seizures across the Mumbai metropolitan region. In one operation in 2025, the NCB and local police seized&nbsp;ketamine worth nearly ₹89 crore&nbsp;from an illegal manufacturing facility in the Mumbai region.Authorities have also begun using tougher organised crime laws against drug syndicates. In 2025, Mumbai Police invoked the&nbsp;Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA)&nbsp;in a narcotics case for the first time after the law was expanded to cover organised drug trafficking.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-junk-food-ban-schools-50-metres-fda-rules-1785331995644">Maharashtra bans junk food sales near schools, mandates FSSAI licences for canteens</a><h3>Beyond policing</h3>Officials say enforcement alone cannot eliminate the drug menace. The new campaign places equal emphasis on prevention, education and rehabilitation.Under the initiative, awareness programmes will be conducted in educational institutions and residential communities to educate citizens about the health risks, legal consequences and social impact of drug abuse.&nbsp;The campaign also encourages families and local communities to identify vulnerable individuals early and support rehabilitation efforts.The campaign forms part of Maharashtra's broader strategy to reduce both the supply of illegal narcotics and the demand for drugs through sustained public engagement, with the message:&nbsp;"Say No to Drugs, Say Yes to Life." &nbsp;

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis launched the 'Drug-Free Mumbai' campaign, combining stricter enforcement, public awareness and rehabilitation to combat drug abuse and trafficking.

Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday launched the 'Drug-Free Mumbai' campaign, calling for a public movement against narcotics as authorities seek to tackle both drug abuse and organised trafficking in India's financial capital. The campaign aims to combine stricter law enforcement with community participation, awareness drives and early intervention programmes. Schools, colleges, housing societies and workplaces across Mumbai will be encouraged to organise anti-drug awareness activities, while citizens are being urged to take an online pledge supporting a drug-free city. Launching the initiative, Fadnavis said the fight against narcotics cannot be left to law enforcement agencies alone and requires active participation from society, particularly to protect young people from substance abuse. Also Read: Pune marathon runner’s organs save four lives after fatal road crash Why Mumbai is vulnerable Mumbai has long been considered one of India's most vulnerable cities to narcotics trafficking because of its strategic location on the Arabian Sea, one of the country's busiest ports, an international airport, and extensive logistics and transport networks that connect it with global trade routes. According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), South Asia lies along major heroin trafficking routes originating from Afghanistan's "Golden Crescent", while synthetic drugs are increasingly being manufactured and trafficked across the region. Mumbai's position as India's commercial capital makes it both a transit point and a consumer market for international and domestic drug syndicates. Enforcement agencies intensify crackdown In recent years, agencies including the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Mumbai Police, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) and the Maharashtra Anti-Narcotics Task Force have significantly stepped up enforcement. According to the Maharashtra government, the NCB's Mumbai Zonal Unit has seized narcotics worth more than ₹150 crore and arrested over 300 drug peddlers in recent operations. The crackdown has also led to major seizures across the Mumbai metropolitan region. In one operation in 2025, the NCB and local police seized ketamine worth nearly ₹89 crore from an illegal manufacturing facility in the Mumbai region. Authorities have also begun using tougher organised crime laws against drug syndicates. In 2025, Mumbai Police invoked the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) in a narcotics case for the first time after the law was expanded to cover organised drug trafficking. Also Read: Maharashtra bans junk food sales near schools, mandates FSSAI licences for canteens Beyond policing Officials say enforcement alone cannot eliminate the drug menace. The new campaign places equal emphasis on prevention, education and rehabilitation. Under the initiative, awareness programmes will be conducted in educational institutions and residential communities to educate citizens about the health risks, legal consequences and social impact of drug abuse. The campaign also encourages families and local communities to identify vulnerable individuals early and support rehabilitation efforts. The campaign forms part of Maharashtra's broader strategy to reduce both the supply of illegal narcotics and the demand for drugs through sustained public engagement, with the message: "Say No to Drugs, Say Yes to Life."

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis launched the 'Drug-Free Mumbai' campaign, combining stricter enforcement, public awareness and rehabilitation to combat drug abuse and trafficking.

Mumbai launches 'Drug-Free Mumbai' campaign as Maharashtra steps up fight against narcotics

The NEET paper leak protest movement has reached Mumbai, with demonstrators gathering at Shivaji Park to demand accountability and reforms in the examination system. The protest comes amid growing nationwide outrage over alleged irregularities in competitive exams.

NEET protests in Mumbai's Shivaji Park

A 37-year-old man's body has been found stuffed inside a sack and hidden in the bathroom in the Kalyan area of Mumbai. It was discovered in a decomposed state in a rented apartment on Malang Road. Police suspect that a woman who was the man's girlfriend killed him. She left the tap in the bathroom running for nearly 24 hours to quicken decomposition and destroy forensic evidence.&nbsp;The murder was uncovered after residents of Neelkanth Society complained of a strong foul smell coming from one of the apartments. The landlord also received a call from the woman, who apparently confessed to killing the man. The owner also reached out to the police.&nbsp;&nbsp;Manpada Police officers reached the building and found the particular apartment locked from outside. They forced their way in and found the sack in the bathroom with the man's highly decomposed body inside it. The victim has been identified as Hamidullah Islam. Crime Branch officials and a forensic team later also examined the scene.<h2>Man was attacked with a sharp weapon</h2>Preliminary investigation has revealed that he was attacked with a sharp weapon before being stuffed inside the sack. Officers said that the tap was intentionally left running to allow for quick decomposition, wash blood stains and all other forensic proof. The suspect has been identified as Haseeba, who "allegedly murdered her lover".&nbsp;&nbsp;ACP Suhas Hemade, Dombivli, said, "After committing the crime, she sent a voice note to the landlord, confessing to the murder, informing him that the dead body had been kept in the bathroom and asking him to perform the victim’s last rites."&nbsp;Haseeba was married, and her husband is also a suspect in the murder. The two are said to have fled to Kolkata. "The deceased had been staying in the apartment for the past two-and-a-half months, while her husband had been living there for nearly two years. Further investigation is ongoing, and we will arrest the main accused soon," the police said. &nbsp;

A married woman reportedly killed her boyfriend with the help of her husband, leaving his dead body inside a sack in the bathroom of a flat in Kalyan, Mumbai. She is said to have confessed to the crime to her landlord before fleeing to Kolkata. 

A 37-year-old man's body has been found stuffed inside a sack and hidden in the bathroom in the Kalyan area of Mumbai. It was discovered in a decomposed state in a rented apartment on Malang Road. Police suspect that a woman who was the man's girlfriend killed him. She left the tap in the bathroom running for nearly 24 hours to quicken decomposition and destroy forensic evidence. The murder was uncovered after residents of Neelkanth Society complained of a strong foul smell coming from one of the apartments. The landlord also received a call from the woman, who apparently confessed to killing the man. The owner also reached out to the police. Manpada Police officers reached the building and found the particular apartment locked from outside. They forced their way in and found the sack in the bathroom with the man's highly decomposed body inside it. The victim has been identified as Hamidullah Islam. Crime Branch officials and a forensic team later also examined the scene. Man was attacked with a sharp weapon Preliminary investigation has revealed that he was attacked with a sharp weapon before being stuffed inside the sack. Officers said that the tap was intentionally left running to allow for quick decomposition, wash blood stains and all other forensic proof. The suspect has been identified as Haseeba, who "allegedly murdered her lover". ACP Suhas Hemade, Dombivli, said, "After committing the crime, she sent a voice note to the landlord, confessing to the murder, informing him that the dead body had been kept in the bathroom and asking him to perform the victim’s last rites." Haseeba was married, and her husband is also a suspect in the murder. The two are said to have fled to Kolkata. "The deceased had been staying in the apartment for the past two-and-a-half months, while her husband had been living there for nearly two years. Further investigation is ongoing, and we will arrest the main accused soon," the police said.

A married woman reportedly killed her boyfriend with the help of her husband, leaving his dead body inside a sack in the bathroom of a flat in Kalyan, Mumbai. She is said to have confessed to the crime to her landlord before fleeing to Kolkata.&nbsp;

Mumbai: Man killed, stuffed inside sack and left to rot by married lover; voice note confession emerges

Mumbai's century-old Parsi Dairy Farm, one of the city's most recognisable dairy brands, has had its food licence suspended after Maharashtra's Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allegedly found multiple violations of food safety and hygiene norms during an inspection.&nbsp;The FDA said it has suspended the FSSAI licence of Parsi Dairy Farm Pvt Ltd&nbsp;with immediate effect, citing serious lapses at the company's production facility.&nbsp;According to the regulator, inspectors found the absence of a protected raw milk reception dock, fungal growth on walls, poor sanitation in production areas and a widespread presence of flies inside the premises. Officials also alleged that the facility lacked adequate pest control measures and did not have an effluent treatment plant.&nbsp;The inspection reportedly identified additional shortcomings, including incomplete medical records of food handlers, inadequate protective footwear for workers, missing sanitation records for vehicles used to transport food products, and packaged food items without mandatory "best before", expiry date or use-by labels.&nbsp;Established in 1916, Parsi Dairy Farm has been a Mumbai institution for more than a century. The brand is widely known for its milk, ghee, sweets and ice cream, drawing loyal customers from across the city. The FDA's action is expected to temporarily impact its operations until the identified deficiencies are addressed and regulatory requirements are met.&nbsp;The suspension is part of a wider enforcement drive by the Maharashtra FDA targeting food establishments over hygiene and food safety compliance.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/stampede-like-situation-during-india-s-puri-rath-yatra-festival-one-feared-dead-say-reports-odisha-stempede-updates-rath-yatra-puri-1784208646238">Stampede-like situation during India's Puri Rath Yatra festival: One feared dead, say reports</a>&nbsp;In recent weeks, the regulator has taken similar action against several well-known eateries and food businesses in Mumbai. These include the suspension of licences of K. Rustom's ice cream parlour, as well as the iconic Shalimar and Noor Mohammadi&nbsp;restaurants, after inspections allegedly uncovered hygiene-related violations.&nbsp;The FDA has stepped up inspections across Maharashtra in recent months, saying the objective is to ensure compliance with food safety standards and protect consumer health. Food business operators found violating prescribed norms are required to rectify deficiencies before they can seek restoration of their licences.&nbsp;Parsi Dairy Farm has not publicly responded to the FDA's findings at the time of publication. It also remains unclear when the establishment will be permitted to resume normal operations, pending compliance with the regulator's directives.

Mumbai's century-old Parsi Dairy Farm has lost its food licence after the Maharashtra FDA allegedly found multiple food safety and hygiene violations during an inspection of its production facility.

Mumbai's century-old Parsi Dairy Farm, one of the city's most recognisable dairy brands, has had its food licence suspended after Maharashtra's Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allegedly found multiple violations of food safety and hygiene norms during an inspection. The FDA said it has suspended the FSSAI licence of Parsi Dairy Farm Pvt Ltd with immediate effect, citing serious lapses at the company's production facility. According to the regulator, inspectors found the absence of a protected raw milk reception dock, fungal growth on walls, poor sanitation in production areas and a widespread presence of flies inside the premises. Officials also alleged that the facility lacked adequate pest control measures and did not have an effluent treatment plant. The inspection reportedly identified additional shortcomings, including incomplete medical records of food handlers, inadequate protective footwear for workers, missing sanitation records for vehicles used to transport food products, and packaged food items without mandatory "best before", expiry date or use-by labels. Established in 1916, Parsi Dairy Farm has been a Mumbai institution for more than a century. The brand is widely known for its milk, ghee, sweets and ice cream, drawing loyal customers from across the city. The FDA's action is expected to temporarily impact its operations until the identified deficiencies are addressed and regulatory requirements are met. The suspension is part of a wider enforcement drive by the Maharashtra FDA targeting food establishments over hygiene and food safety compliance. Also Read: Stampede-like situation during India's Puri Rath Yatra festival: One feared dead, say reports In recent weeks, the regulator has taken similar action against several well-known eateries and food businesses in Mumbai. These include the suspension of licences of K. Rustom's ice cream parlour, as well as the iconic Shalimar and Noor Mohammadi restaurants, after inspections allegedly uncovered hygiene-related violations. The FDA has stepped up inspections across Maharashtra in recent months, saying the objective is to ensure compliance with food safety standards and protect consumer health. Food business operators found violating prescribed norms are required to rectify deficiencies before they can seek restoration of their licences. Parsi Dairy Farm has not publicly responded to the FDA's findings at the time of publication. It also remains unclear when the establishment will be permitted to resume normal operations, pending compliance with the regulator's directives.

Mumbai's century-old Parsi Dairy Farm has lost its food licence after the Maharashtra FDA allegedly found multiple food safety and hygiene violations during an inspection of its production facility.

Mumbai's iconic Parsi Dairy Farm loses food licence over alleged hygiene violations

Mumbai: Mumbai's landmark Taj Mahal Palace Hotel has been served a ₹22.3 crore demand notice by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) over security installations erected outside the property following the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.The civic body says the amount relates to occupation charges for bollards, barricades and other protective structures installed on municipal roads and footpaths around the hotel after the 26/11 attacks.&nbsp;According to BMC officials, while the security measures were put in place for safety, the structures occupy public land and are therefore liable for charges under municipal rules.Officials said the dues have been calculated from 2009 onwards, and a fresh reminder was recently issued after the amount remained unpaid.The Tata Group-owned hotel has reportedly urged the civic body to withdraw or reduce the demand, arguing that the barriers were installed as part of enhanced security following one of India's deadliest terror attacks.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/missing-indian-seafarer-confirmed-dead-after-merchant-vessel-attack-near-oman-1784088865429">Missing Indian seafarer confirmed dead after merchant vessel attack near Oman</a>The hotel has maintained that the infrastructure serves a public safety purpose rather than a commercial one.Civic officials said discussions between the BMC and the hotel management are ongoing, with a decision expected after the hotel's representation is examined.&nbsp;If no resolution is reached, the municipal corporation may initiate further action as permitted under its regulations.The Taj Mahal Palace was one of the main targets during the November 26, 2008, terrorist attacks in Mumbai, which claimed more than 160 lives and prompted a complete overhaul of security around several high-profile locations in the city. The hotel has since remained protected by permanent anti-ram bollards, barricades and other security infrastructure.The latest notice has brought back a long-running debate over who should bear the cost of security measures installed after a national security crisis.&nbsp;While the BMC maintains that occupation charges apply to any long-term use of municipal land, the hotel has argued that the installations were created to safeguard both citizens and visitors.

The BMC has served Mumbai's Taj Mahal Palace Hotel a ₹22.3 crore notice over security bollards and barricades installed after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.

Mumbai: Mumbai's landmark Taj Mahal Palace Hotel has been served a ₹22.3 crore demand notice by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) over security installations erected outside the property following the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The civic body says the amount relates to occupation charges for bollards, barricades and other protective structures installed on municipal roads and footpaths around the hotel after the 26/11 attacks. According to BMC officials, while the security measures were put in place for safety, the structures occupy public land and are therefore liable for charges under municipal rules. Officials said the dues have been calculated from 2009 onwards, and a fresh reminder was recently issued after the amount remained unpaid. The Tata Group-owned hotel has reportedly urged the civic body to withdraw or reduce the demand, arguing that the barriers were installed as part of enhanced security following one of India's deadliest terror attacks. Also Read: Missing Indian seafarer confirmed dead after merchant vessel attack near Oman The hotel has maintained that the infrastructure serves a public safety purpose rather than a commercial one. Civic officials said discussions between the BMC and the hotel management are ongoing, with a decision expected after the hotel's representation is examined. If no resolution is reached, the municipal corporation may initiate further action as permitted under its regulations. The Taj Mahal Palace was one of the main targets during the November 26, 2008, terrorist attacks in Mumbai, which claimed more than 160 lives and prompted a complete overhaul of security around several high-profile locations in the city. The hotel has since remained protected by permanent anti-ram bollards, barricades and other security infrastructure. The latest notice has brought back a long-running debate over who should bear the cost of security measures installed after a national security crisis. While the BMC maintains that occupation charges apply to any long-term use of municipal land, the hotel has argued that the installations were created to safeguard both citizens and visitors.

The BMC has served Mumbai's Taj Mahal Palace Hotel a ₹22.3 crore notice over security bollards and barricades installed after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.

Mumbai's Taj Mahal Palace faces ₹22.3 crore BMC demand over post-26/11 security barriers

Heavy monsoon rains have lashed parts of Maharashtra, prompting authorities to shut schools in affected areas and place rescue teams on high alert. Waterlogging, flooding, and disruptions to transport have been reported as officials urge residents to remain cautious. Emergency response teams are monitoring the situation closely.

Maharashtra monsoon fury: Schools shut, rescue teams on alert

Record-breaking rains have unleashed devastation across Maharashtra, claiming at least 13 lives and triggering floods, landslides and building collapses. Lonavala recorded a staggering 670 mm of rainfall in a single day, while Mumbai witnessed widespread disruption, including a deadly chawl collapse and hundreds of fallen trees. Rescue teams, including the NDRF, remain on the ground as authorities stay on high alert. With the IMD issuing red alerts for several districts, the state is bracing for more extreme weather in the coming days.


Maharashtra monsoon: Three-storey chawl collapses in Mumbai, at least 6 dead

Heavy rainfall has wrecked havoc across Mumbai, claiming at least eight lives and causing widespread disruption. Several parts of the city witnessed severe waterlogging, traffic snarls, and flooding after relentless downpours.


Mumbai monsoon: Eight killed as monsoon fury grips Mumbai

Heavy rainfall has wreaked havoc across Mumbai, claiming at least eight lives and causing widespread disruption.
Several parts of the city witnessed severe waterlogging, traffic snarls, and flooding after relentless downpours.

Mumbai Monsoon: Torrential rains lash financial capital, at least 8 dead 

Mumbai is set to host a landmark cinematic event as Christopher Nolan arrives in India for the first-ever Indian premiere of one of his films. The acclaimed filmmaker will be joined by producer Emma Thomas and stars Matt Damon and Tom Holland for The Odyssey's global premiere event on July 10 and 11.

Christopher Nolan brings 'The Odyssey' to Mumbai for historic India premiere

A tragic incident unfolded in Mumbai's Chembur area when a tree suddenly collapsed onto a moving school bus carrying 18 children. Eleven-year-old Vihan Shrivastav lost his life, while five other students were hospitalised, including one who remains in critical condition. The bus conductor and local residents rushed to rescue trapped children before emergency teams arrived. A crane was later deployed to remove the massive tree from the damaged bus.

Mumbai tragedy: 11-year old schoolboy killed after tree crushes school bus

Mumbai: In a development of serious proportions, the Mumbai Police has claimed to have busted an alleged plot to target Friday’s Muharram procession in the financial capital of India with the arrest of a Pune-based man and seizure of 14,900 capsules containing zinc phosphide, the main compound in rat poison.


Police Arrest Pune Engineer Over Alleged Distribution of Poisoned Capsules

Rainfall activity intensified across parts of Mumbai on Thursday morning, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a yellow alert for Mumbai, Thane and Raigad districts. The weather agency has also forecast continued wet conditions across Maharashtra over the coming days.

Monsoon Hits Mumbai: Yellow Alert For Mumbai As Monsoon Tightens Grip

Heavy monsoon rains continue to batter Mumbai, causing widespread disruption across the city. Services on the Trans-Harbour Line were affected after track erosion was reported, while a retaining wall collapse in Vikhroli raised fresh concerns over infrastructure safety. The BMC has urged residents to remain cautious as relentless downpours continue. With the IMD issuing an Orange Alert for Mumbai, authorities are on high alert as the city braces for more rain and potential disruptions.


Monsoon Hits Mumbai: Rail Services Hit, Wall Collapse Reported As IMD Issues Orange Alert

Mumbai recorded approximately 300 mm of rainfall within a 24-hour period as monsoon activity intensified across the city.
The heavy downpour led to waterlogging in several areas and disrupted transportation services. Watch the full video to know more on this.

Mumbai Climate Alert: 300 mm Rainfall In 24 Hours As Monsoon Intensifies 

Residents of Mumbai feel relieved from soaring temperatures as monsoon rains arrived across the city. The showers brought cooler weather and improved conditions after a prolonged period of heat and humidity. Meteorologists said the monsoon's advance marks a significant seasonal transition for India's financial capital. Watch the full video to know more on this.

Mumbai Monsoon: Rainfall Brings Relief From Heat As Monsoon Arrives In Mumbai

Mumbai is witnessing a strengthening monsoon system as heavy rainfall activity continues across the city and surrounding regions.

The India Meteorological Department has extended the orange alert, warning of intense showers that could disrupt transport, cause waterlogging, and impact daily life. Authorities have advised caution as weather patterns remain highly active over Maharashtra.

The monsoon surge highlights the growing intensity of seasonal rainfall, with more heavy spells expected in the coming hours.

Mumbai Monsoons: Rainfall Gathers Space, Orange Alert Extended

India At This Hour:

- S.I.T to Submit Ram Temple Fund Probe report
- Gas Leak Tragedy: Annamali Seeks Action

Inside the Ram Temple Fund Probe: What's Next?

Monsoon activity has intensified across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, with heavy rainfall lashing Navi Mumbai and surrounding areas this morning. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai and its suburbs, effective from June 22 to June 24, 2026.


Mumbai Rains: Heavy Rain Sweeps Navi Mumbai as IMD Issues Alert 

mumbai

Mumbai, News on Mumbai, stories on Mumbai, articles on Mumbai, Mumbai stories at Wion, Mumbai news, Mumbai latest news