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Dua Lipa Mumbai Concert: Police Issues Traffic Advisory, Key BKC Roads Closed Tomorrow; Check Full Details Here

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Mumbai: The Mumbai Traffic Police have announced road closures and diversions around Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) on November 30, in light of Dua Lipa’s highly anticipated performance at the MMRDA Grounds. The pop sensation will perform at the Zomato Feeding India Concert 2024, a key event aimed at raising awareness about hunger and malnutrition. Given the massive turnout expected, authorities are taking proactive measures to manage traffic and ensure public safety.

Traffic restrictions will be in effect from 1 PM to midnight. Several key routes will be closed and vehicles will be diverted to maintain smooth traffic flow. Motorists are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and use alternative routes to avoid delays.

Roads Affected:

– Bharat Nagar Junction: Vehicles coming from the Western Express Highway (WEH), Dharavi, and the Bandra Worli Sea Link (BWSL) towards Kurla will be restricted at this junction.

– Sant Dnyaneshwar Nagar: Traffic heading towards Kurla will face restrictions near Bharat Nagar Junction.

– Kherwadi Government Colony and Kanakia Palace: Vehicles moving towards BKC, Chunabhatti, and Kurla will be prohibited.

– Kurla and Razzak Junction: Traffic from these areas heading towards WEH, Dharavi, and BWSL will be redirected via Platina Junction to Bharat Nagar Junction.

– CST Road: Vehicles will be restricted from entering MMRDA Grounds and JSW Building and will be rerouted towards UTI Tower and Kanakia Palace.

– Ambani Square and Laxmi Tower: Traffic towards Diamond Junction and NABARD Junction will also be blocked.

The traffic police will be stationed throughout the area to guide vehicles and ensure a smooth flow of traffic. Motorists are encouraged to follow their directions and use suggested alternative routes.

Dua Lipa’s Visit To Mumbai

Dua Lipa arrived in Mumbai on Thursday and later stepped out with her boyfriend, British actor Callum Turner, for a dinner date in the city. This marks her second performance in India, following her debut at the OnePlus Music Festival in 2019 in Navi Mumbai.

The Feeding India Concert 2024 is expected to attract several Bollywood celebrities and a massive crowd. Fans are eagerly awaiting Dua’s performance, which will undoubtedly be the highlight of the event.

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Local Police Arrest Suspect in Mira Road House Looting Incident

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Mumbai: In an unusual turn of events, Mira Road police have successfully apprehended a suspect believed to be involved in a recent house looting incident that had left local residents unsettled. The arrest, which was made early Friday morning, follows an intensive investigation launched after the break-in was reported to authorities.

According to the police report, the incident occurred earlier this week when the occupant of the residential property returned home to find it ransacked. Valuables, including jewelry and electronic devices, were reported missing. The meticulous efforts by the investigating officers, including gathering CCTV footage and conducting neighborhood inquiries, played a crucial role in identifying and locating the suspect.

The accused, whose identity has been withheld pending further investigation, was apprehended after a brief chase and later confessed to the crime during police interrogation. Authorities recovered a significant portion of the stolen items from the suspect’s possession.

Residents of Mira Road have expressed relief following the arrest, praising the police force for their rapid response and dedication to maintaining community safety. “We feel more secure knowing that the police are actively working to protect us,” said one local resident.

This incident has prompted the police to urge residents to enhance home security measures and report any suspicious activities immediately. The authorities have reiterated their commitment to maintaining peace and order in the area.

The suspect is currently in custody and will be presented in court later this week, as the police continue their investigation to determine if he is connected to any other recent burglaries in the vicinity.

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Former SIMI Office-Bearer & Key Accused In Delhi-Padgha ISIS Terror Module Case, Saquib Abdul Hamid Nachan, Dies Following Brain Stroke

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Mumbai: Saquib Abdul Hamid Nachan (63), a former office-bearer of the banned outfit Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and a key accused in the Delhi-Padgha ISIS terror module case, died after suffering a brain stroke. He was undergoing treatment at Safdarjung Hospital and died about an hour before official sources confirmed the development.

Nachan was under investigation for his alleged involvement in aiding ISIS-linked operatives and was facing serious charges under anti-terror laws.

Nachan who was under judicial custody in Tihar Jail, was admitted to Deen Dayal Upadhyay Hospital on Monday after suffering a stroke.

Due to the severity of his condition, he was shifted to Safdarjung Hospital on Wednesday morning for advanced medical care. According to National Investigation Agency (NIA) sources, Nachan was under close observation in the ICU prior to his death.

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59-Year-Old Laundryman Dies After Drinking Stain Remover Mistaken For Cough Syrup In Lower Parel

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Mumbai: A 59-year-old laundryman from Lower Parel died after accidentally consuming a chemical used for removing stains from clothes, mistaking it for cough syrup. The incident occurred near Deepak Cinema in Jia Masoom Chawl, where the deceased, Sambhajit Rajai Dhobi, ran a small ironing shop. The NM Joshi Marg Police have registered an Accidental Death Report (ADR) in the case.

Speaking to the media report, Senior Inspector Arvind Chandanshive of NM Joshi Marg Police Station said the incident occurred on the night of June 25 around 11:00 pm, when Sambhaji mistakenly consumed the stain remover chemical that had been stored in a cough syrup bottle. The next morning, between 7 and 8 am, he began vomiting blood and was rushed to KEM Hospital for treatment. However, despite efforts, he was declared dead by doctors at 3:20 pm on June 26.

Police said Sambhaji, who also worked as a clothes washer, had kept the chemical used for stain removal in a bottle typically used for cough syrup, which led to the fatal confusion.

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