Intruders enter through the roof in Gavhan village, fleeing with gold and cash worth Rs 9 lakh.

The Robbery

What was meant to be a peaceful night’s sleep turned into a terrifying ordeal for 53-year-old Shevanti Koli. In the early hours of Tuesday, four unidentified robbers broke into her home in Patil Ali, Gavhan village, holding her at knifepoint before fleeing with valuables worth around Rs 9 lakh.

At around 2:30 AM, while Shevanti was sleeping alone, the intruders made their way inside by quietly removing roof tiles and climbing through the kitchen. Woken by suspicious noises, Shevanti attempted to call for help. However, the men quickly cornered her, brandishing a knife and threatening to take her life if she made a sound.

Terrified and forced into silence, Shevanti could only watch as the group ransacked her home. The robbers grabbed five tolas of gold jewellery along with Rs 2 lakh in cash before disappearing into the dark.

The incident has left the local community shaken, raising fresh concerns over nighttime security in the area.

Ulwe Police and Crime Branch teams have registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Investigators are actively analyzing nearby CCTV footage and technical evidence to identify the suspects and trace their escape route.

A quiet evening commute turned into a devastating loss for a Khairane village family as police search for the fleeing driver.

The Accident

What was meant to be a routine Wednesday evening commute ended in a heartbreaking loss for a family in Khairane village. Raj Pancham Jaiswar, 42, and his 61-year-old father-in-law, Shivmurat Ramlochan Jaiswal, lost their lives following a hit-and-run accident on the busy Thane-Belapur Road.

Around 7:15 PM, Raj was riding his TVS Scooty toward Thane with Shivmurat seated behind him. Near the drain below Khairane Bridge in Pawane MIDC, a speeding vehicle slammed into their scooter from behind. The severe impact threw both men onto the road, leaving them critically injured.

Instead of stopping to help or calling for emergency services, the driver sped away from the scene. Passersby helped rush both men to a nearby municipal hospital, but tragically, doctors declared them dead on arrival.

The sudden loss of two family members has left the local community in deep shock and grief. Turbhe Police have launched an investigation to trace the unidentified vehicle and driver. A case has been registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Motor Vehicles Act for rash and negligent driving causing death. Officials are reviewing CCTV footage and appealing to anyone who witnessed the accident to step forward with information.

Community comes together in Kukshet Village to honor Maharashtrian heritage with folk games, music, and local camaraderie.

Celebrating Tradition

Highlighting the rich cultural fabric of the region, women across Nerul gathered at the Shri Vitthal Rukmini Temple in Kukshet Village to celebrate Nag Panchami. Organized under the guidance of former Mayor Sujata Patil and local representative Suraj Patil, the annual festival brought Ward No. 23 alive with traditional music, energetic games, and community spirit.

The temple courtyard transformed into a vibrant hub of Maharashtrian heritage as over 100 local women participated in age-old folk traditions that are increasingly rare in modern urban life. Attendees filled the air with traditional Nag Panchami and Mangalagaur songs while joining hands for lively rounds of Zimma and Phugdi. The day featured classic games including Kombda, Katwatkhana, blowing into copper pots (Kalshi Phunkne), and dancing with decorated earthen pots.

Beyond the cultural performances, the gathering highlighted strong neighborhood ties. Local residents expressed deep appreciation for the safe, supportive environment fostered in the area, noting that community initiatives like these strengthen mutual trust and preserve local culture for younger generations. With smiling faces, traditional rhythms, and shared prayers for prosperity, this year’s Nag Panchami reaffirmed the power of community traditions in keeping local heritage vibrant and strong.