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Veteran actor Dharmendra's final rites were performed at Pawan Hans crematorium, with family members Esha Deol and Hema Malini present. Many Bollywood stars, including Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, and Shah Rukh Khan, paid their respects. Sunny Deol performed the Mukhagni ceremony. The family opted for a simple farewell, reportedly to avoid media frenzy following a recent false death rumour.

Congress's solo stance for BMC polls hinges on MNS exclusion, yet data suggests MVA needs MNS to challenge Mahayuti. Assembly election analysis reveals MNS's potential to sway 25-30 wards, impacting tight races and minority vote consolidation. This crucial BMC election, post-splits, could hinge on thin margins and strategic alliances.

Ash from Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano, dormant for 10,000 years, drifted into international air routes west of India. This forced many aircraft flying over the Arabian Sea to reroute, with at least one flight diverted. The ash plume is expected to impact flight operations in parts of northwest India, including Delhi-NCR.

BMC education department found major errors in teacher pay fixation. Teachers appointed on January 1, 2004, received excess pay due to miscalculation. This error occurred in private aided schools. The BMC now demands pay-fixation proposals be resubmitted for correction. Recoveries will be made in installments to ease the financial burden on teachers.

A 31-year-old man, Chirag Hargunani, was arrested in Bandra for allegedly kidnapping another man and demanding sexual favors. Hargunani, driving an Audi, lured the victim into his car under the guise of asking for directions. The victim managed to escape after the accused assaulted him and stopped the vehicle.

Graduating students under NEP 2020 in Maharashtra may soon see their degree certificates reflect the multidisciplinary subjects they studied, including major and minor specializations. This change aims to align with national UGC recommendations for using BS and MS titles across disciplines, promoting uniformity and recognizing diverse academic pursuits.

A missing football player, Sagar Sorti, 33, from Mumbai has been identified after his dead body was discovered in a jungle area near the Mumbai Ahmedabad National Highway. Found with a rope around his neck, the body was sent for post-mortem, and the family has been notified as investigations continue.

Mumbai's usual mild December is set for a dramatic transformation with the arrival of 'The Nutcracker on Ice'. UK's Tony Mercer, a pioneer in ice theatre, brings his unique spectacle, blending theatrical storytelling with world-class skating. Mercer's innovative approach, born from a desire for better viewing, transforms ice shows for intimate theatre settings, promising an unforgettable experience.

A fire erupted in a Ghatkopar chawl, injuring six people, including four children. The blaze, which started in a small room, was confined to electrical items and a leaking LPG cylinder. Two adults are in critical condition, while the children sustained stable burns.

Congress workers are preparing to file a case against Mumbai BJP president Amit Satam for allegedly using abusive language against north Indian migrants. A video of Satam's alleged remarks has gone viral, prompting outrage from Congress leaders who plan to march to Sakinaka police station to lodge a complaint.

Faith leaders, scholars, and activists convened at the Seerah Conclave 2025 in Mumbai, emphasizing Prophet Muhammad's message of love, peace, and tolerance. Speakers urged introspection on Muslim community's societal integration and highlighted the need for practical demonstration of Islamic teachings to counter misconceptions and foster harmony.

Heightened security and medical activity at veteran actor Dharmendra's Mumbai residence have sparked fresh health concerns. An ambulance was seen at his home, and family members, including daughter Esha Deol, have arrived. This follows his recent discharge from Breach Candy Hospital after complaining of breathlessness. His treatment will now continue at home.

H West ward, encompassing Bandra, Khar, and Santacruz, faces rapid urban change and political shifts. Residents grapple with overburdened infrastructure due to redevelopment and commercialization, questioning if new corporators can address challenges like traffic, noise, and civic strain, while citizen groups remain actively engaged.

Mumbai faces a surge in cyber financial fraud, with over 20,000 cases and Rs 2,000 crore lost since 2020, yet recoveries are minimal. Victims are often left to bear losses as banks frequently deny reimbursements, despite RBI's zero-liability rules, highlighting systemic vulnerabilities.