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In a major crackdown, the NCB has dismantled a transnational drug ring, seizing a staggering 349kg of high-grade cocaine worth Rs 1,745 crore. The drugs were cleverly hidden within imported machinery and even cricket gear. This significant bust, dubbed 'Operation White Strike', highlights the agency's success in tracing a vast network through meticulous intelligence gathering and inter-agency cooperation.

Mumbai Metropolitan Region's public transport receives a significant upgrade with revised approval for Metro Line 5, its extension, and the new Line 5A, costing Rs 18,131 crore. This integrated corridor will enhance connectivity across Thane, bhiwandi, Kalyan, and Ulhasnagar, featuring a double-decker structure and partial underground sections to mitigate disruption.

A fire erupted at a chemical godown in bhiwandi, Thane, on Tuesday morning, prompting a three-hour firefighting operation. While no casualties were reported, thick, foul-smelling smoke blanketed the area. Firefighters battled the blaze, which was eventually extinguished, with cooling operations ongoing. The exact cause remains under investigation.

A 60-year-old man tragically died in Dombivli while trying to save his son from a mob attack. The incident occurred in Ghariwali village when around 14 individuals assaulted his sons with iron rods and sticks. Police have registered a case and arrested three women and a minor, with the main accused still at large.

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced major infrastructure projects, including Metro corridors, ring roads, and double-decker roads, to combat growing traffic congestion in Kalyan-Dombivli. These initiatives aim to significantly ease commuting and improve connectivity in the region, with Metro Line-5 extension to Kalyan and a double-decker transport corridor from Ranjnoli to Mhape highlighted as key developments.

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Samajwadi Party's bhiwandi unit has issued a show-cause notice to MLA Rais Sheikh for alleged anti-party activities and indiscipline, including campaigning for Congress candidates during local elections. The notice cites violations of party constitution and directives, with Sheikh denying receipt and calling allegations baseless. Internal rifts are highlighted amid reported differences with state president Abu Asim Azmi.

Mumbai Metropolitan Region's delayed Metro Line 5 (Orange Line) now targets a December 2026 operational date for its Thane-bhiwandi stretch. Officials confirmed ongoing work is nearing completion, aiming to connect bhiwandi directly to Mumbai. A Rs 3,771 crore infrastructure plan will support the project, addressing long-pending development needs.