Maharashtra
Mumbai Rains: City Braces For More Heavy Showers Today, SoBo Lashed With Early Morning Downpour, Andheri Subway Closed; IMD Issues Orange Alert For July 24
Mumbai: Mumbai is set to receive another round of intense rainfall, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for Wednesday, July 23. Heavy rains lashed several areas in South Mumbai, such as Byculla, Lalbaug, CSMT and Churchgate overnight and in the early morning hours today.
Andheri Subway Closed
After being battered by heavy rains overnight, the city reported disruptions for commuters travelling in morning hours today. “Due to 1-1.5 ft water logging, the Andheri Subway is closed for vehicular movement. Traffic is diverted via the Gokhale Bridge & Thackeray Bridge,” said Mumbai Traffic Police in a post.
The local train services on all suburban routes also reported delays by 15-20 minutes, mainly on Central and Harbour lines. More rains are expected today likely causing traffic snarls in the city.
Orange Alert Issued For Tomorrow
Additionally, an orange alert has already been sounded for Thursday, July 24, warning of heavy downpours crossing 150 mm in the next 24 to 36 hours. The advisory urges citizens to remain vigilant and plan their day cautiously, especially those residing in low-lying or flood-prone areas.
Since the early hours of Tuesday, consistent showers have been reported across Mumbai, including the suburbs, Thane district, Kalyan, Dombivli and Navi Mumbai. The rainfall, ranging from light to moderate, marks a strong resurgence of the monsoon just ahead of the Shravan month.
The IMD has predicted that Mumbai city and suburbs, along with districts like Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Thane, will receive moderate to heavy rainfall over the next three hours. The intensity is expected to rise gradually from late Wednesday morning, peaking by afternoon and continuing overnight.
According to reports quoting officials, the orange alert for Thursday implies heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places, especially in parts of Mumbai, Thane and Palghar. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has activated its monsoon control rooms and increased manpower in flood-prone areas. Pumps, dewatering systems, and emergency response teams are on standby.
Recent saturation of the ground from continuous rain means even a few hours of sustained showers could lead to rapid waterlogging. Commuters are being cautioned about vulnerable spots such as Sion, King’s Circle, Hindmata, Kurla, Andheri Subway and the Dahisar and Malad underpasses, which often see knee-deep water during intense spells.
Waterlogging Reported Due To Heavy Rains On July 22
On Monday, July 22, heavy rainfall disrupted normal life in several parts of the city, including Andheri Subway, Powai, Sakinaka and LBS Road in Kurla. CSMT and adjoining western suburbs experienced intermittent heavy rain by evening, while other areas remained comparatively dry during the day.
The weather department has also warned that isolated intense spells today and tomorrow could impact rail and road traffic. Citizens are advised to leave early for work, carry rain protection and avoid unnecessary travel during peak rain hours to ensure safety. With monsoon activity intensifying along the Konkan coast, authorities are on high alert as Mumbai prepares for yet another wet and challenging day ahead.
Maharashtra
Robbery in Mumbai Saki Naka, 4 arrested, stolen goods recovered

Mumbai: The Sakinaka police have claimed to have solved the mystery of the robbery at the junk shop of the complainant, Mohammed Hussain Abdul Karim, and arrested the accused. 22 kg of silver and cash worth a total of Rs 44 lakh were stolen from the junk shop. The shop was located in Anise Compound. The police had registered a complaint regarding this. On this basis, the Mumbai Police’s detection team tracked down the thieves and arrested four accused and claimed to have seized silver worth Rs 44 lakh and a mobile phone. The accused have been identified as Maqsood Shah, 20, a resident of Sakinaka in Mumbai, Uttar Pradesh, Zeeshan Abdul Subhan, 20, a resident of Mumbra, Daighar, Akhbar Hussain Ghulam Murtaza, 27, Mumbra, and Irfan Noorullah Khan, 26, Siddharth Nagar, UP. The four accused have been arrested and the stolen goods have been recovered. This operation was carried out by DCP Dutta Nalawade on the instructions of Mumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti.
Maharashtra
37 unauthorized shops removed from footpaths in Vakola area, action taken by BMC ‘H East’ ward under ‘Pedestrian First’ campaign

Mumbai: The Mumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is implementing the ‘Pedestrian First’ campaign to ensure that pedestrians can walk on the footpaths with ease. As part of this initiative, action was taken to remove 37 unauthorised shops obstructing the footpaths along Rajendra Kamble Marg in Vakola area yesterday (August 11, 2026). The operation was carried out by the ‘H East’ ward of BMC. As per the directions of the High Court and under the guidance of Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Bhide. BMC is effectively implementing the ‘Pedestrian First’ campaign to clear the footpaths of unauthorised hawkers and encroachments, thus making them free from obstructions. In this backdrop, the footpaths along Rajendra Kamble Marg in Vakola were cleared during an operation led by Assistant Commissioner (H East Ward) Smt. Mr. Mridula Ande, Deputy Commissioner (Zone-3) under the guidance of Shri Vishwas Mote. During this drive, 37 unauthorized shops erected on footpaths were removed, and materials obstructing the walkways were seized.
The operation was carried out with the support of about 31 officers and staff members using 4 vehicles, 2 dumpers, 1 JCB and other machinery. Adequate police security was deployed during the drive.
Meanwhile, the Municipal Corporation continues to implement measures to ensure the availability of accessible footpaths for pedestrians. Therefore, unauthorized constructions or placement of materials obstructing footpaths are prohibited. The Municipal Corporation administration has said that strict action will be taken if such incidents are found.
Maharashtra
Mumbai: Maharashtra ATS takes action against MD vendors, MD worth Rs 9 crore seized, factory exposed, two foreign women and one person arrested

Mumbai: Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has claimed to have seized MD worth Rs 9.4 crore during an operation in Bandra, Mumbai. A suspect was found in front of a tipper at Amber Hotel Bandra. When he was searched, 2050 grams of MD Mephedone was recovered from his possession, after which the Kala Chowki ATS has registered a case and started investigating him. The ATS has also arrested two foreign women suspected of this. During the progress of this operation, 2688 grams of Mephedone was seized from Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, and two women were also arrested in this case. In this case, with the help of UP Police, the factory from which MD was purchased was also cracked down on and MD worth Rs 5 crore was seized. The police is taking further action in this case.
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