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Chief Of NMMC Keeps A Careful Eye On The City’s Rainfall Condition

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Rain situation of Navi Mumbai was closely monitored by NMMC Commissioner Dr. Kailas Shinde.

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Municipal Commissioner Dr. Kailas Shinde has been keeping a close eye on the careful preparation of the city’s emergency relief system in response to the persistently high tide and severe rainfall that have affected Navi Mumbai.

After the rainstorm that started on July 24, 2024, at night, the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation has been placed on high alert. After a thorough inspection of the municipal headquarters’ emergency management room, Commissioner Shinde instructed department heads to keep an eye on and control water build-up in their specific regions.

More safety measures have been implemented as a result of the Meteorological Department’s prediction of prolonged periods of excessive rainfall and tides. To protect the safety of the students, all municipal schools were closed on July 25. Teachers and principals were told to halt afternoon classes and securely bring pupils home.

Significant precipitation was seen in Navi Mumbai, according to rainfall statistics, with averages of 67.43 mm from July 24 8:30 am to July 25, 8:30 am, and 60.41 mm from July 25, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, reported. Koparkhairane and Digha were among the areas with the highest reports. In addition, the risk of waterlogging in low-lying areas has increased due to high tide conditions at 4.54 meters.

Recent inspections have revealed that silt build-up and mangrove growth have reduced the capacity of eleven holding ponds intended for rainfall management. Due to their inability to handle the recent intense rains, these holding ponds—which are essential to the city’s flood control system—have accumulated water in certain places.

In order to solve this, the Municipal Corporation is presently pending before the High Court, requesting the required licenses for cleaning and upkeep of these ponds. In the meanwhile, drains and sewers have been cleaned out to provide for easier water drainage once the seas recede.

Commissioner Shinde has asked people to use caution and restrict their travel to just those that are absolutely necessary.

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Navi Mumbai Police Arrest African National With Rs 1 Crore Worth Of Cocaine In Ulwe

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The Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) of Navi Mumbai Police arrested Jeorge Ocante DaSilva, a 35-year-old native of Guinea, on Monday for possessing 410 grams of cocaine, allegedly intended for illegal sale. Acting on a tip-off, API Alka Patil of the AHTU led a raid at RM Heights Building in Ulwe, where DaSilva was found in possession of the narcotics.

Around 2:30 p.m. on October 28, officers discovered 410 grams of cocaine, valued at approximately Rs 1,02,50,000, hidden in DaSilva’s bedroom. Authorities also seized a mobile phone, a black Tabata weighing scale, scissors, plastic packaging bags, and a sky bag, bringing the total seizure value to Rs 1,02,55,610.

An FIR was filed at Panvel City Police Station under Sections 8(a) and 21(a) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Dasilva was presented in court and remanded to police custody until October 31, 2024. Investigations are ongoing, with the Crime Branch seeking potential accomplices and sources of the narcotics. Notably, Dasilva has a prior NDPS case registered at Nahar Police Station in Mumbai.

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Taloja Society Chairman Detained For Allegedly Abusing Residents And Objecting To Diwali Decorations

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The chairman of a housing society in Taloja Phase One has been detained by Taloja police following allegations of verbal abuse toward residents, including women, and objections to Diwali lighting in the complex. The incident occurred on Tuesday night, sparking outrage among residents.

According to the police, the chairman is accused of abusing a woman with intent to insult her modesty, provoking a breach of peace, and engaging in criminal intimidation. A formal complaint was filed, and the chairman was promptly taken into custody.

The situation intensified after a video of the incident went viral on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), showing a group of men, allegedly from the housing society, verbally abusing residents and threatening to halt Diwali decorations. The video received widespread attention, with users expressing shock over the treatment of residents.

Police officials confirmed that the chairman’s detention is part of an ongoing investigation into the incident. Residents are awaiting further action as authorities work to address the disturbance and ensure the safety of the community amid Diwali festivities.

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Thane Sees Surge of Nomination Filings for 2024 Vidhan Sabha Election

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The final day for filing nominations for the 2024 Vidhan Sabha General Election witnessed a surge of candidates in Thane district, with a total of 281 applications submitted across 18 assembly constituencies. This high turnout signals a competitive race for seats in the upcoming election.

Among the nominees, 114 candidates represent various political parties, while 167 have filed as independents, reflecting a diverse array of participants aiming to represent Thane’s voters. Nominations were filed throughout the day with election decision officers at each constituency, marking an essential step in the electoral process.

Collector and District Election Decision Officer Ashok Shingare announced that the scrutiny of these nomination forms is scheduled for October 30, 2024. Following this verification process, candidates who wish to withdraw their names from the race may do so until November 4, 2024.

As the election date approaches, Thane’s political landscape appears more dynamic than ever, with a record number of candidates ready to contest the assembly seats, making for an engaging electoral season for voters and candidates alike.

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