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Authorities in Maharashtra's Palghar district are on high alert after three suspicious containers washed ashore on Sunday, two at Satpati beach and one at Shirgaon beach. The Coast Guard and local police have launched an investigation, treating the discovery as both a security concern and environmental risk.

Coastal villages have been placed on alert, and patrolling has been intensified across nearby beaches. Disaster management teams were immediately deployed to assess the contents and origin of the containers.

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<p>Anime fans, the wait is finally over! <i>Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle </i>is all set to make its big splash in India. One of the most-anticipated anime films is all set to release in Indian cinemas with bookings, which already began on September 5. But, the biggest catch is that this film will be making a historic moment this month. Let's delve into knowing more details.</p><h2>What are the timings of the first shows in India?</h2><p>Anime fans who were eagerly waiting for the bookings are in for a treat when the film, in a few select theatres in Mumbai, will host 5 am screenings, reportedly. Moreover, the viewers will be able to choose between Japanese (with English subtitles), English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. With these language options, it will welcome a wider audience across all ages.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/arjit-singh-s-london-concert-abrupt-end-shocks-fans-here-s-why-1757263960784"><strong>Arijit Singh's London concert abrupt end shocks fans; Here's why</strong></a></p><h2>All about Demon Slayer: Infinity Slayer</h2><p>The Japanese animated dark fantasy film is based on the Infinity Castle arc of the 2016-20 manga series <i>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba </i>by Koyoharu Gotouge. It is the sequel to the fourth season of the anime television series, as well as its fourth, fifth, and sixth film adaptations, following <i>Mugen Train </i>(2020) and compilation films <i>To the Swordsmith Village</i> (2023) and<i> To the Hashira Training </i>(2024).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/comedian-jon-reep-arrested-for-alleged-sexual-exploitation-of-minor-1757242038583"><strong>Comedian Jon Reep arrested for alleged sexual exploitation of minor</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It is directed by Haruo Sotozaki, produced by Ufotable, and written by the studio's staff members. Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Arc will depict the dramatic events as the Demon Slayer Corps is pulled into the eerie and ever-shifting Infinity Castle. The film will bring the final and most intense showdown between Tanjiro and Muzan to the big screen.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/k-pop-girl-group-le-sserafim-set-to-perform-at-america-s-got-talent-here-s-what-we-know-1757235989884"><strong>K-pop girl group LE SSERAFIM set to perform at America's Got Talent?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle – Part 1: Akaza Returns</i>, it was released in Japan on July 18, 2025, by Aniplex and Toho. It is released by Crunchyroll through Sony Pictures Releasing in select Asian countries in August.</p>

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is all set to release in India this month. The bookings in India will make history as it will be the first Japanese film to have early morning shows. 

Anime fans, the wait is finally over! Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is all set to make its big splash in India. One of the most-anticipated anime films is all set to release in Indian cinemas with bookings, which already began on September 5. But, the biggest catch is that this film will be making a historic moment this month. Let's delve into knowing more details. What are the timings of the first shows in India? Anime fans who were eagerly waiting for the bookings are in for a treat when the film, in a few select theatres in Mumbai, will host 5 am screenings, reportedly. Moreover, the viewers will be able to choose between Japanese (with English subtitles), English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. With these language options, it will welcome a wider audience across all ages. Also Read: Arijit Singh's London concert abrupt end shocks fans; Here's why All about Demon Slayer: Infinity Slayer The Japanese animated dark fantasy film is based on the Infinity Castle arc of the 2016-20 manga series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba by Koyoharu Gotouge. It is the sequel to the fourth season of the anime television series, as well as its fourth, fifth, and sixth film adaptations, following Mugen Train (2020) and compilation films To the Swordsmith Village (2023) and To the Hashira Training (2024). Also Read: Comedian Jon Reep arrested for alleged sexual exploitation of minor It is directed by Haruo Sotozaki, produced by Ufotable, and written by the studio's staff members. Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Arc will depict the dramatic events as the Demon Slayer Corps is pulled into the eerie and ever-shifting Infinity Castle. The film will bring the final and most intense showdown between Tanjiro and Muzan to the big screen. Also Read: K-pop girl group LE SSERAFIM set to perform at America's Got Talent? Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle – Part 1: Akaza Returns, it was released in Japan on July 18, 2025, by Aniplex and Toho. It is released by Crunchyroll through Sony Pictures Releasing in select Asian countries in August.

<p>Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is all set to release in India this month. The bookings in India will make history as it will be the first Japanese film to have early morning shows.&nbsp;</p>

Demon Slayer craze in India! First Japanese film to set early morning shows in Mumbai

<p>A 52-year-old man from Mumbai recently completed his MBA, and his son decided to celebrate the achievement of his father in a very unique way by hosting a party with a theme based on his father. A video of the celebration has now gone viral on social media. The video, posted on Instagram by Maitreya Sathe with the caption “Graduate,” has already gathered more than 316 K views. The message in the video reads, “pov: your dad got an MBA at 52, so you threw a surprise graduation party for him BUT the theme was him.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-indians-perform-ganesh-visarjan-rituals-in-uk-viral-video-sparks-debate-1757160104944">WATCH - Indians perform Ganesh Visarjan rituals in UK, viral video sparks debate</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the video, the man walks into his home and is surprised to see friends and family wearing masks of his face on them. The walls are covered with colourful sticky notes, which he reads with a mix of surprise and happiness. His joy is clearly visible as everyone cheers for him.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/total-lunar-eclipse-2025-blood-moon-to-light-up-skies-across-asia-europe-and-more-1757147084744">Total lunar eclipse 2025: Blood moon to light up skies on THIS date</a></p>

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<p>People on the social media were equally touched by the celebration. One person commented, “This is the sweetest thing I’ve seen today.” Another said, “The happiness on his face says it all.”&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/elon-musks-tesla-hits-indian-road-for-first-time-who-owns-it-1757073668081">Elon Musk's Tesla hits Indian road for first time - Who owns it?</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Some people on social media even related it to their own journeys and expressed their admiration, one user wrote, “I’m struggling to finish my Executive MBA at 35, I need some motivation from Uncle.” Another joked, “I’ll show this to my dad so he knows how other dads are achieving things.”</p><p>The third user wrote, “Congratulations sir from which University and college you did please share us as guidance for us.”</p>

In the viral video, the man walks into his home and is surprised to see friends and family wearing masks featuring his face on them.

A 52-year-old man from Mumbai recently completed his MBA, and his son decided to celebrate the achievement of his father in a very unique way by hosting a party with a theme based on his father. A video of the celebration has now gone viral on social media. The video, posted on Instagram by Maitreya Sathe with the caption “Graduate,” has already gathered more than 316 K views. The message in the video reads, “pov: your dad got an MBA at 52, so you threw a surprise graduation party for him BUT the theme was him.” Also Read - WATCH - Indians perform Ganesh Visarjan rituals in UK, viral video sparks debate In the video, the man walks into his home and is surprised to see friends and family wearing masks of his face on them. The walls are covered with colourful sticky notes, which he reads with a mix of surprise and happiness. His joy is clearly visible as everyone cheers for him. Also Read - Total lunar eclipse 2025: Blood moon to light up skies on THIS date

<p>In the viral video, the man walks into his home and is surprised to see friends and family wearing masks featuring his face on them.</p>

WATCH - Mumbai man celebrates father’s MBA achievement at 52 with surprise party, video wins hearts on social media

<p>Mumbai Police have arrested a 51-year-old man from Noida, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly sending a WhatsApp message threatening a series of bomb attacks across the city. The suspect has been identified as Ashwini Kumar, an astrologer and vastu consultant originally from Patliputra, Patna, Bihar. He has been residing in Noida’s Sector 79 with his retired father Suresh Kumar and mother Prabhawati for the last five years.</p><h2>Who is Ashwini Kumar?&nbsp;</h2><p>Investigators revealed that Kumar, who holds a postgraduate degree, has been estranged from his wife Archana and is entangled in multiple financial disputes. In 2023, he was jailed for three months after his acquaintance, Firoz from Bihar, filed a complaint against him at the Phulwari Sharif police station. Police said Kumar attempted to frame Firoz this time by sending the threatening message under his name. During his arrest, officials seized seven mobile phones, three SIM cards, six memory card holders, an external SIM slot, two digital storage cards, and other electronic devices.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/yamuna-river-in-delhi-above-danger-mark-several-areas-inundated-1757151888694"><strong>Yamuna river in Delhi above danger mark; several areas inundated</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A case has been registered as Crime No. 381/25 under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (196(1)(a)(b), 351(2), 351(3), 351(4)). According to police, the WhatsApp message claimed that 34 “human bombs” were planted in 34 vehicles across Mumbai, and warned of 14 Pakistani terrorists entering India with 400 kg of RDX. The threat, sent under the name of a group calling itself “Lashkar-e-Jihadi,” vowed to target Hindus and unleash devastation in the city.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The message reached both the main police control room and the traffic police, triggering an immediate security review. “Mumbai Police remains on high alert, and security has been tightened across Maharashtra. All leads are being pursued,” the force said. This incident follows another hoax just days earlier, when a man was taken into custody for falsely claiming that Kalwa railway station in Thane district would be blown up.</p>

Who is Ashwini Kumar, 51-year-old astrologer accused of sending Mumbai bomb threats?

Mumbai Police have arrested a 51-year-old man from Noida, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly sending a WhatsApp message threatening a series of bomb attacks across the city. The suspect has been identified as Ashwini Kumar, an astrologer and vastu consultant originally from Patliputra, Patna, Bihar. He has been residing in Noida’s Sector 79 with his retired father Suresh Kumar and mother Prabhawati for the last five years. Who is Ashwini Kumar? Investigators revealed that Kumar, who holds a postgraduate degree, has been estranged from his wife Archana and is entangled in multiple financial disputes. In 2023, he was jailed for three months after his acquaintance, Firoz from Bihar, filed a complaint against him at the Phulwari Sharif police station. Police said Kumar attempted to frame Firoz this time by sending the threatening message under his name. During his arrest, officials seized seven mobile phones, three SIM cards, six memory card holders, an external SIM slot, two digital storage cards, and other electronic devices. Also Read: Yamuna river in Delhi above danger mark; several areas inundated A case has been registered as Crime No. 381/25 under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (196(1)(a)(b), 351(2), 351(3), 351(4)). According to police, the WhatsApp message claimed that 34 “human bombs” were planted in 34 vehicles across Mumbai, and warned of 14 Pakistani terrorists entering India with 400 kg of RDX. The threat, sent under the name of a group calling itself “Lashkar-e-Jihadi,” vowed to target Hindus and unleash devastation in the city. The message reached both the main police control room and the traffic police, triggering an immediate security review. “Mumbai Police remains on high alert, and security has been tightened across Maharashtra. All leads are being pursued,” the force said. This incident follows another hoax just days earlier, when a man was taken into custody for falsely claiming that Kalwa railway station in Thane district would be blown up.

<p>Mumbai Police arrested astrologer Ashwini Kumar from Noida for a WhatsApp bomb threat, allegedly sent to frame a rival, sparking a city-wide alert</p>

Who is Ashwini Kumar, 51-year-old astrologer arrested for sending Mumbai bomb threats?

<p><i>The Bengal Files,</i> helmed by Vivek Agnihotri, was released in cinemas on September 5, despite facing several obstacles, including the stopping of the trailer launch in Kolkata and the filing of an FIR by Gopal Mukherjee's grandson. The film had created quite a buzz. But it seems like the historical drama is facing another hurdle after a video of the show getting abruptly cancelled in Mumbai has surfaced on social media.</p><h2>Why has the show in Mumbai been cancelled?</h2><p>As per the video shared by a user, in which he can be heard saying, "There are so many people&nbsp;</p><p>waiting here to watch <i>The Bengal Files</i>, with many still standing in line. People who had booked advance tickets have had their shows randomly cancelled. This is absolutely denounceable. Shivaji Maharaj ka Bhoomi hai yeh, Kolkata nahi hai yeh".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/the-bengal-files-review-vivek-agnihotri-s-film-is-divisive-and-inconsistent-with-credible-performances-1757061990278"><strong>The Bengal Files Movie Review: Vivek Agnihotri's film is divisive and inconsistent with credible performances</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">THE BENGAL FILES first day first show CANCELLED at Moviemax Kanjurmarg inspite of over 50% tickets booked for an early morning show!!!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TheBengalFiles?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TheBengalFiles</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VivekAgnihotri?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VivekAgnihotri</a> <a href="https://t.co/62PJv3nEyO">pic.twitter.com/62PJv3nEyO</a></p>&mdash; Narayan Parvathy Parasuram (@NarayanPar89086) <a href="https://twitter.com/NarayanPar89086/status/1963837880108773841?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 5, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>He further said, "We are here for the 9 o'clock show, and it has been cancelled. There is an entire crowd here, at least 50 people, for an early morning show. Along with the clip, the user wrote in the caption, "THE BENGAL FILES first day first show CANCELLED at Moviemax Kanjurmarg despite over 50% tickets booked for an early morning show!!!".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/mithun-chakraborty-on-the-bengal-files-trailer-controversy-it-was-a-planned-conspiracy-1756890655865"><strong>Mithun Chakraborty on The Bengal Files trailer controversy: ‘It was a planned conspiracy’</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Later, the user updated about the situation and wrote in the comment section, "The manager helped to start the film after around an hour. &nbsp;#TheBengalFiles is a top-notch film in every way a film can be top-notch".</p><h2>The Bengal Files screening in Mumbai</h2><p>A day before its release, a special screening of the film was organized. Several celebrities attended the screening, including Anupam Kher, Mithun Chakraborty, and Darshan Kumar, among others. Before the screening, the makers held a press conference, claiming that theatre owners in Bengal were being "threatened by the police".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/the-bengal-files-unmasked-vivek-agnihotri-exclusive-1756802143477"><strong>The Bengal Files unmasked: Vivek Agnihotri Exclusive</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Earlier, Pallavi Joshi also penned a letter to President Droupadi Murmu and requested her to intervene in this matter for the uninterrupted release of the film, <i>The Bengal Files.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-bengal-files-to-padmaavat-how-these-13-films-polarised-politics-and-public-opinion-caused-uproar-india-s-era-of-divisive-cinema-in-pics-1755690811031/1755690811032"><strong>From Bengal Files to Padmaavat, how these 14 films polarised politics and public opinion, caused uproar: India's era of divisive cinema in pics</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Helmed by Vivek Agnihotri, the film stars Anupam Kher, Mithun Chakraborty, Darshan Kumaar, Saswata Chatterjee, Simratt Kaur, and Sourav Das, among others.&nbsp;</p>

The Bengal Files, helmed by Vivek Agnihotri, was released on September 5 after several hurdles. A video is going viral on social media in which he can be heard saying how the show in Mumbai has been abruptly cancelled.

The Bengal Files, helmed by Vivek Agnihotri, was released in cinemas on September 5, despite facing several obstacles, including the stopping of the trailer launch in Kolkata and the filing of an FIR by Gopal Mukherjee's grandson. The film had created quite a buzz. But it seems like the historical drama is facing another hurdle after a video of the show getting abruptly cancelled in Mumbai has surfaced on social media. Why has the show in Mumbai been cancelled? As per the video shared by a user, in which he can be heard saying, "There are so many people waiting here to watch The Bengal Files, with many still standing in line. People who had booked advance tickets have had their shows randomly cancelled. This is absolutely denounceable. Shivaji Maharaj ka Bhoomi hai yeh, Kolkata nahi hai yeh". Also Read: The Bengal Files Movie Review: Vivek Agnihotri's film is divisive and inconsistent with credible performances

<p>The Bengal Files, helmed by Vivek Agnihotri, was released on September 5 after several hurdles. A video is going viral on social media in which he can be heard saying how the show in Mumbai has been abruptly cancelled.&nbsp;</p>

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A monorail train broke down and got stuck on an elevated track in rain-battered Mumbai, triggering panic and chaos that lasted for over an hour, as authorities moved on a war footing to rescue stranded passengers. About 200 passengers stranded. Rescue officials trying to rescue passengers.

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<p>Amid torrential rains in Mumbai on Tuesday (Aug 19), two overcrowded Monorail trains got stuck on elevated tracks. A total of 782 passengers were stuck, but by late night, all were safely evacuated. Over 540 passengers were rescued between Mysore Colony and Bhakti Park and around 200 others were rescued &nbsp;from another monorail train after it was towed back to the Wadala station. According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), as many as 23 passengers showed signs of suffocation, were treated on-site by doctors in 108 ambulances, and later discharged. Two passengers were taken to Sion Hospital for further treatment and are now stable. As of Wednesday morning, monorail services are running normally in Mumbai.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Read More | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mumbai-rains-imd-issues-red-alert-in-these-areas-are-schools-and-offices-open-today-mumbai-rains-updates-1755655478385"><strong>Mumbai rains: IMD issues red alert in THESE areas - Are schools and offices open today?</strong></a></p><h2>What caused the incident?</h2><p>Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered an inquiry into the incident. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) said that the breakdown happened due to overcrowding, stating that the train's weight exceeded its designed capacity due to the large number of passengers. As per reports, panic gripped the passengers, and they were ready to jump off the monorail to save their lives. “People were scared. Some of them were even ready to jump. We immediately placed jumping sheets on the ground under the tracks to prevent anyone from getting hurt in case any of them jumped off,” a rescuer said.&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">⁦<a href="https://twitter.com/monorail_mumbai?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@monorail_mumbai</a>⁩ I think it is stuck or tilted . Worried . Pls check . <a href="https://t.co/CLogKF3DKN">pic.twitter.com/CLogKF3DKN</a></p>&mdash; ritesh (@rainrit) <a href="https://twitter.com/rainrit/status/1957790242313830546?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Monorail stuck in Mumbai.<br><br>Rescue operation going on.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mumbai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mumbai</a> <a href="https://t.co/PFXEBsu5lM">pic.twitter.com/PFXEBsu5lM</a></p>&mdash; Vivek Gupta (@imvivekgupta) <a href="https://twitter.com/imvivekgupta/status/1957801663965892798?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-floods-imd-issues-red-alert-for-mumbai-more-rains-expected-gravitas-1755629057818/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-floods-imd-issues-red-alert-for-mumbai-more-rains-expected-gravitas-1755629057818/embed</a></p><h2>How the rescue operation was undertaken?</h2><p>Speaking to PTI, Mumbai Fire Brigade Chief Ravindra Ambulgekar said that the fire brigade conducted a well-coordinated and brave operation, rescuing over 780 people. He explained that many passengers were frightened, with some ready to jump, prompting the team to place jumping sheets under the tracks and deploy officers to calm them. He emphasised that the main goal was to prevent panic from escalating into a tragedy.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Ambulgekar noted that, learning from a 2021 monorail incident involving fire, all necessary precautions were taken this time. He shared that the rescue team broke windows and forced open doors to evacuate passengers, giving priority to women and senior citizens, while young men were the last to be rescued. Medical aid was arranged at the site. He praised his team's courage and coordination, adding that their presence and preparedness helped control the situation. He also acknowledged the moral support received from senior civic officials.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Amid heavy rains on Aug 19, two overcrowded Mumbai Monorail trains got stuck, trapping 782 passengers. All were rescued safely. Overcrowding caused the breakdown. 23 had mild suffocation; 2 hospitalised. Panic led to an emergency rescue with jumping sheets. Services resumed the next day.

Amid torrential rains in Mumbai on Tuesday (Aug 19), two overcrowded Monorail trains got stuck on elevated tracks. A total of 782 passengers were stuck, but by late night, all were safely evacuated. Over 540 passengers were rescued between Mysore Colony and Bhakti Park and around 200 others were rescued from another monorail train after it was towed back to the Wadala station. According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), as many as 23 passengers showed signs of suffocation, were treated on-site by doctors in 108 ambulances, and later discharged. Two passengers were taken to Sion Hospital for further treatment and are now stable. As of Wednesday morning, monorail services are running normally in Mumbai. Read More | Mumbai rains: IMD issues red alert in THESE areas - Are schools and offices open today? What caused the incident? Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered an inquiry into the incident. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) said that the breakdown happened due to overcrowding, stating that the train's weight exceeded its designed capacity due to the large number of passengers. As per reports, panic gripped the passengers, and they were ready to jump off the monorail to save their lives. “People were scared. Some of them were even ready to jump. We immediately placed jumping sheets on the ground under the tracks to prevent anyone from getting hurt in case any of them jumped off,” a rescuer said.

<p>Amid heavy rains on Aug 19, two overcrowded Mumbai Monorail trains got stuck, trapping 782 passengers. All were rescued safely. Overcrowding caused the breakdown. 23 had mild suffocation; 2 hospitalised. Panic led to an emergency rescue with jumping sheets. Services resumed the next day.</p>

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A Mumbai monorail stalled mid-track near Mysore Colony during heavy rain due to a power failure, trapping 582 passengers for over three hours. Rescuers broke windowpanes to safely evacuate all onboard. Another train near Wadala was also affected.

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<p>Mumbai is reeling under heavy downpour for the fourth day on Wednesday (Aug 20). Daily life has been disrupted due to the rains, with several areas, including Panvel, Dadar, Andheri, and Chembur, inundated and local train services at halt. For Wednesday too, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms. In the last 24 hours, as many as six people lost their lives in rain-related incidents, according to data released by the Maharashtra Disaster Management Department.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis directed all district agencies to remain on standby to provide immediate relief. He instructed collectors to ensure timely assistance in the event of any loss of life, livestock, or property. He also emphasised that panchnamas for agricultural damage should be completed promptly and that compensation should be provided according to NDRF guidelines.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WATCH | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-hats-off-air-india-pilot-earns-praises-for-safely-landing-plane-despite-heavy-rains-in-mumbai-watch-viral-video-1755616696087"><strong>Air India pilot earns praises for safely landing plane despite heavy rains in Mumbai&nbsp;</strong></a></p><h2>What has IMD predicted and advised</h2><p>It also issued a red alert warning for several districts in Maharashtra, including Thane, Palghar, Raigad, and Ratnagiri, and for Sagar and Balaghat in Madhya Pradesh. The warning includes intense to very intense rainfall, gusty winds (40–50 kmph, gusting up to 60 kmph), and the possibility of thunderstorms. It is valid for the next three hours. The weather department also advised residents in these areas to stay indoors and avoid low-lying or flood-prone areas. For Mumbai particularly, IMD issued an orange alert warning of intense rainfall with winds reaching up to 65 kmph. However, as of 8 am on Wednesday, IMD changed the alert to red for Palghar, Mumbai Suburban, Mumbai city, Thane, Pune and Raigad.&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Red?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Red</a> Nowcast <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/warning?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#warning</a> for heavy rain accompanied with thunderstorm-<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Maharashtra?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Maharashtra</a>- Palghar, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mumbai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mumbai</a> Suburban, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mumbai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mumbai</a> city, Thane, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pune?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pune</a>, Raigad<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Gujarat?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Gujarat</a>- Devbhoomi Dwarka, Porbandar, Junagarh, Gir Somnath, Amreli<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MumbaiRain?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MumbaiRain</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mumbai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mumbai</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MumbaiRains?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MumbaiRains</a><a href="https://twitter.com/mybmc?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mybmc</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ndmaindia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ndmaindia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/moesgoi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@moesgoi</a>… <a href="https://t.co/kreA09F9xg">pic.twitter.com/kreA09F9xg</a></p>&mdash; India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) <a href="https://twitter.com/Indiametdept/status/1957993410268111129?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 20, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>Read More | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mumbai-submerged-again-the-city-s-devastating-2005-deluge-flood-echoes-amid-continuous-red-alert-for-heavy-rain-what-happened-then-and-now-1755609620692"><strong>Mumbai floods déjà vu: Red alerts, heaviest rains on record bring back fears of 2005, 2017 deluge</strong></a></p><h2>Are schools closed in Mumbai on Wednesday?</h2><p>The BMC has not yet issued any circular on the closure of educational institutions in Mumbai on Wednesday. However, a fake circular claiming that schools in Mumbai will remain closed on Aug 20 was doing the rounds on social media. In a post on X, the BMC said that it has not issued any such information so far. Meanwhile, Mumbai University rescheduled exams that were to be held today to Aug 23. On the other hand, the Lonavla Municipal Council has decided to shut all schools—both government and private—on August 20 and 21. Nevertheless, Central Railway, Western Railway, and Harbour Railway services, along with 'BEST' transportation, are operating smoothly on Wednesday as of 8 am.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="und" dir="ltr">हा संदेश खोटा आहे. बृहन्मुंबई महानगरपालिकेने आपल्या सोशल मीडियावरून अशी कोणतीही माहिती प्रसारित केलेली नाही. <br><br>This message is fake. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has not issued any such information through its official social media platforms.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MyBMCUpdates?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MyBMCUpdates</a>… <a href="https://t.co/hl0FYRouew">pic.twitter.com/hl0FYRouew</a></p>&mdash; माझी Mumbai, आपली BMC (@mybmc) <a href="https://twitter.com/mybmc/status/1957846790331302193?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-floods-imd-issues-red-alert-for-mumbai-more-rains-expected-gravitas-1755629057818/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-floods-imd-issues-red-alert-for-mumbai-more-rains-expected-gravitas-1755629057818/embed</a></p><h2>Are offices closed in Mumbai on Wednesday?</h2><p>The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has declared a holiday for all government and semi-government offices, advising private firms to allow work from home, except for essential services. In Mumbai, one person died and three were injured as the city witnessed 500mm of rains since Monday morning. As per a detailed report by the IMD, the highest rainfall was recorded at Vikhroli (223.5 mm), followed by Santacruz (206.6 mm), Byculla (184 mm), Juhu (148.5 mm), Bandra (132.5 mm) and Colaba (100.2 mm).</p>

Mumbai faces a fourth day of heavy rain, causing flooding in many areas and halting train services. IMD issued red alerts for parts of Maharashtra and MP, advising people to stay indoors. BMC denied school closure rumours, but Lonavla schools are shut on Aug 20–21.

Mumbai is reeling under heavy downpour for the fourth day on Wednesday (Aug 20). Daily life has been disrupted due to the rains, with several areas, including Panvel, Dadar, Andheri, and Chembur, inundated and local train services at halt. For Wednesday too, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms. In the last 24 hours, as many as six people lost their lives in rain-related incidents, according to data released by the Maharashtra Disaster Management Department. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis directed all district agencies to remain on standby to provide immediate relief. He instructed collectors to ensure timely assistance in the event of any loss of life, livestock, or property. He also emphasised that panchnamas for agricultural damage should be completed promptly and that compensation should be provided according to NDRF guidelines. WATCH | Air India pilot earns praises for safely landing plane despite heavy rains in Mumbai What has IMD predicted and advised It also issued a red alert warning for several districts in Maharashtra, including Thane, Palghar, Raigad, and Ratnagiri, and for Sagar and Balaghat in Madhya Pradesh. The warning includes intense to very intense rainfall, gusty winds (40–50 kmph, gusting up to 60 kmph), and the possibility of thunderstorms. It is valid for the next three hours. The weather department also advised residents in these areas to stay indoors and avoid low-lying or flood-prone areas. For Mumbai particularly, IMD issued an orange alert warning of intense rainfall with winds reaching up to 65 kmph. However, as of 8 am on Wednesday, IMD changed the alert to red for Palghar, Mumbai Suburban, Mumbai city, Thane, Pune and Raigad.

<p>Mumbai faces a fourth day of heavy rain, causing flooding in many areas and halting train services. IMD issued red alerts for parts of Maharashtra and MP, advising people to stay indoors. BMC denied school closure rumours, but Lonavla schools are shut on Aug 20–21.</p>

Mumbai rains: IMD issues red alert in THESE areas - Are schools and offices open today?

Torrential rains in parts of India's western Maharashtra state brought widespread destruction and triggered waterlogging and floods on Tuesday (August 19), killing at least four, official said.

While India's financial capital witnessed heavy waterlogging, swollen Godavari river brought a deluge, which destroyed houses and pushed people on the roads in Nanded district.

India's weather office has issued alerts of flooding and heavy rains in the 24 hours for several coastal districts in the western state.

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