Key Civic Issues in Thane Ahead of Elections
As Thane prepares for civic elections, residents highlight critical challenges in water supply, health infrastructure, traffic, and waste management. Discover the key voter priorities.
As Thane prepares for civic elections, residents highlight critical challenges in water supply, health infrastructure, traffic, and waste management. Discover the key voter priorities.
Thane Municipal Corporation announces a scientific initiative including shelters, sterilisation drives, and awareness campaigns to manage the city's stray dogs. Learn about the new measures.
After a nine-year fight, a Thane accident victim gets Rs 20 lakh compensation. The MACT rejected the insurance company's fraud allegation. Read the full story of justice served.
Thane police arrested three men, including a 19-year-old, and seized firearms, cartridges, and a stolen motorcycle in two separate crackdowns. Read the full details of the operations.
A major fire broke out at a wedding venue on Ghodbunder Road in Thane, causing panic. Around 1000 guests were safely evacuated with no injuries reported. Read the full story.
A leopard was captured by the Forest Department after a dramatic rescue in a Bhayandar residential complex. Several people were injured during the operation. Watch the video.
A leopard entered a housing society in Maharashtra's Thane district, sparking a major rescue operation by forest officials. Residents were evacuated as teams worked to tranquilize the big cat.
A leopard entered a residential building in Bhayandar East on Friday, injuring three. Fire brigade and police are on the scene. Read the latest updates on this developing story.
A major fire erupted at a wedding hall in Thane, Maharashtra. Over 1000 guests evacuated safely. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours. Read the full details of the incident and the response.
A major fire broke out at a banquet hall in Thane during a wedding ceremony, forcing the evacuation of over 100 people. Read about the swift response and investigation details.
A massive fire broke out at a banquet hall in Thane's Ghodbunder area during a wedding ceremony, claiming 2 lives and injuring 10. Emergency services responded swiftly to the blaze.
A Thane court acquits Aasif Shabbir Khan, accused of throwing two children from a building in 2023, citing lack of direct evidence and inconsistent testimony. Read the full details of the verdict.
Thane's Namo Grand Central Park wins the prestigious Green Flag Award 2024, a first for Maharashtra. Discover how this urban oasis achieved global acclaim.
Unidentified assailants opened fire at BJP candidate Pawan Walekar's office in Ambernath, injuring a guard. With polls 3 days away, the incident sparks political blame game. Full details inside.
Maharashtra Excise's Flying Squad intercepted a container truck near Bhiwandi, seizing 711 boxes of illegal foreign liquor worth Rs 1.01 crore. One arrested. Details inside.
Lakhs in Thane grapple with severe water shortage after a 50% supply cut. Damage to a key pipeline during gas work triggers crisis. Residents rely on costly tankers. Read more.
Thane Crime Branch arrested a key chain-snatcher from the Irani syndicate, solving 20 cases and recovering gold worth Rs 30.2 lakh. Read the full investigation details.
A 31-year-old woman in Bhiwandi, Thane, faces charges for allegedly driving her husband to suicide. The case was filed based on a complaint by the deceased's mother. Read the full details.
Mumbai's crucial suburban rail network is set for a major upgrade with two new lines between Thane and Kalyan, aiming to decongest the vital corridor and boost capacity. Read about the project's details and impact.
Maharashtra approves a ₹100 crore plan to develop Thane's tourism circuit, focusing on heritage, eco-tourism, and infrastructure. Discover the key projects and expected impact.
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde announces a Rs 750-crore central park at Mahalaxmi Racecourse, an underground sports complex, and key civic projects for Mumbai and Thane just before the model code of conduct.
A Thane court grants bail to a woman and her brother accused of sexually assaulting her 10-year-old son. The court cites investigation completion and no prior criminal history. Read the full details.
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde announces India's largest urban park at Mahalaxmi Racecourse, a 295-acre green lung with an underground sports complex. Also reveals major green projects for Thane.
A Thane court sentenced a man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl, leading to pregnancy. The judge termed the crime 'heinous'. Read the full details.
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde urges Thane residents to back the cluster redevelopment model, highlighting wider eligibility, larger flats, and superior civic amenities compared to SRA schemes.
A 20-year-old passenger in Thane was arrested after a ticket inspector caught him using a forged digital season ticket on an AC suburban train. Police are investigating the fraud's scope.
Thane MACT orders Rs 40 lakh compensation for a plumber's family after a fatal 2018 highway accident. The tribunal rejected the insurer's defence. Read the full details.
Thane activists slam poor coordination among agencies on Ghodbunder highway widening, linking 18 deaths to the project. MLA warns of more risks without service lanes.
Navi Mumbai's iconic flamingo habitats face destruction due to bureaucratic delays. Conservationists warn urgent action is needed to save the wetlands and the city's identity.
A 1km bureaucratic dispute between MBMC, TMC & PWD has crippled Ghodbunder Road, causing severe traffic & pollution. Read how officials are finally responding.