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Sachin Waze gets bail in Antilia bomb scare case

Sachin Waze gets bail in Antilia bomb scare case

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

A special court granted bail to dismissed police officer Sachin Waze in the 2021 Antilia bomb scare case, severely criticising the National Investigation Agency (NIA) for its failure to establish a prima facie case of terrorism and for not recording statements of the alleged targets, Mukesh Ambani's family. The NIA has challenged the bail order in the Bombay High Court.

How A Social Activist Helped Arrest Medical Rep In Minor Assault Case

How A Social Activist Helped Arrest Medical Rep In Minor Assault Case

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

A medical representative has been arrested in Thane for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor girl for over a year. The accused reportedly threatened the victim's family and offered money to silence them before being apprehended after a social activist's intervention.

Bombay HC bench recuses from hearing NIA's appeal against Sachin Waze's bail

Bombay HC bench recuses from hearing NIA's appeal against Sachin Waze's bail

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The Bombay High Court has stayed the bail granted to dismissed cop Sachin Waze in the 2021 Antilia bomb scare case. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) appealed the special court's decision, arguing that Waze intended to create terror and is accused of murder, and criticised the special court's observations regarding the Ambani family.

Police Form Teams To Nab Former MLA, Dismissed Cop In Farmhouse Rape Case

Police Form Teams To Nab Former MLA, Dismissed Cop In Farmhouse Rape Case

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Police in Thane have formed six teams to apprehend former BJP MLA Narendra Pawar and dismissed police officer Shailendra Patil, who are accused of raping a 22-year-old woman at a farmhouse. The duo has been absconding since the FIR was registered, and crucial CCTV footage from the farmhouse is also missing.

Students fined Rs 50 over cooked methi in lunchbox during Paryushan

Students fined Rs 50 over cooked methi in lunchbox during Paryushan

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

A private school in Thane, Maharashtra, is embroiled in controversy for allegedly fining students Rs 50 for bringing home-cooked fenugreek (methi) vegetable during the Jain festival of Paryushan. The school reportedly also directed students to eat at its canteen, charging Rs 20, sparking outrage on social media and prompting a notice from the local education department.

'People may have to wear face masks in next 25 years if...'

'People may have to wear face masks in next 25 years if...'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Former Supreme Court Justice Abhay Oka warned that major cities might be forced to adopt mandatory face mask usage within 20-25 years due to environmental degradation. He stressed that protecting the environment is a fundamental constitutional duty, countering the misconception that humans own the Earth. Justice Oka also encouraged students to study law and use AI responsibly.

Three Held With Mephedrone, Firearm In Thane

Three Held With Mephedrone, Firearm In Thane

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Three individuals have been arrested in Thane with 500 grams of mephedrone, a country-made pistol, and live cartridges, following a tip-off about a drug deal.

Thane Police Arrest Nigerian With Rs 78 Lakh Cocaine

Thane Police Arrest Nigerian With Rs 78 Lakh Cocaine

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Police in Thane, Maharashtra, have arrested a Nigerian national, Enugu, for possessing 261.5 grams of cocaine worth Rs 78.45 lakh. The arrest was made in Mira Road East, and investigations are ongoing to dismantle the supply network.

Thane Finance Company Duped With Fake Jewellery

Thane Finance Company Duped With Fake Jewellery

Rediff.com28 May 2026

A finance company in Thane, Maharashtra, has reported being defrauded of Rs 25.96 lakh by five individuals who allegedly mortgaged fake jewellery to obtain loans. Police are investigating the case, which reportedly occurred in 2025.

Why Thane Court Acquitted Inmate In Prison Assault Case

Why Thane Court Acquitted Inmate In Prison Assault Case

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

A sessions court in Thane has acquitted jail inmate Arman Nafis Khan, who was accused of assaulting prison officials in 2017. The court cited the prosecution's failure to prove the charges, highlighting issues like unexplained injuries to the accused, withheld CCTV footage, and delayed access for the investigating officer.

History-Sheeter Stabbed To Death In Thane; One Arrested

History-Sheeter Stabbed To Death In Thane; One Arrested

Rediff.com31 May 2026

A history-sheeter was stabbed to death in Thane, Maharashtra, following an altercation. Police have arrested one person in connection with the attack, while another is hospitalised.

Walking For 20 Minutes Not Enough To Keep Heart Healthy

Walking For 20 Minutes Not Enough To Keep Heart Healthy

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

In this new series on busting common health concerns, Cardiologist Dr Dipak Patil explains why walking and visiting the gym may not be enough to protect your heart health.

Woman Arrested, Three Rescued In Thane Prostitution Bust

Woman Arrested, Three Rescued In Thane Prostitution Bust

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Thane police have dismantled a prostitution racket operating near the Thane railway station, arresting a woman and rescuing three victims.

24 Nigerians Detained In Thane For Illegal Residency

24 Nigerians Detained In Thane For Illegal Residency

Rediff.com23 May 2026

24 Nigerian nationals, including seven women, were detained in Dombivali, Thane district, during a combing operation for residing illegally.

How Thane Police Solved Mumbai Tailor's Murder Case

How Thane Police Solved Mumbai Tailor's Murder Case

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Thane police have solved the murder of a Mumbai-based tailor within 48 hours, arresting two men after discovering the victim was killed over an unpaid loan of Rs 3 lakh. The method of tying the victim provided a crucial clue to investigators.

Drug Addicts Suspected In Thane Car Vandalism

Drug Addicts Suspected In Thane Car Vandalism

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Unidentified individuals, suspected to be drug addicts, vandalised approximately 10 cars parked on a road in Thane's Kalwa area, prompting protests from local residents.

Court Acquits Man In Stepdaughter Case Amidst Hostile Witnesses

Court Acquits Man In Stepdaughter Case Amidst Hostile Witnesses

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

A Thane court has acquitted a man accused of attempting to rape his stepdaughter in 2016, citing that the victim and her mother turned hostile during the trial and there was a lack of corroborating evidence. The court observed that the case likely stemmed from domestic differences that may have been resolved.

Young Man Commits Suicide In Thane, Maharashtra

Young Man Commits Suicide In Thane, Maharashtra

Rediff.com12 May 2026

A 23-year-old man was found dead in Thane, Maharashtra, having allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself from a tree. Police are investigating the case.

World Heart Day Quiz: Are You Drinking Enough Water?

World Heart Day Quiz: Are You Drinking Enough Water?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Interventional cardiologist Dr Vijay Surase tells you how simple habits like sitting for too long or doomscrolling for hours can put your heart at risk.

Thane Police Bust Prostitution Racket, Arrest Woman

Thane Police Bust Prostitution Racket, Arrest Woman

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Police in Thane, Maharashtra, have dismantled a prostitution racket operating from a hotel, arresting a woman and rescuing two victims.

Auto Driver Held For Rape After Marriage Promise In Thane

Auto Driver Held For Rape After Marriage Promise In Thane

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A 32-year-old auto-rickshaw driver in Thane, Maharashtra, has been arrested for allegedly raping a woman multiple times after promising to marry her. The arrest followed the woman's complaint to the Bhiwandi City police.

Antilia bomb scare: HC stays bail granted to Sachin Waze

Antilia bomb scare: HC stays bail granted to Sachin Waze

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The Bombay High Court has granted an ad-interim stay on a special court's order that had given bail to dismissed cop Sachin Waze in the 2021 Antilia bomb scare case. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) challenged the bail, arguing the special court erred. Waze remains in custody.

Woman assaulted for objecting to loud drums during Ganpati procession

Woman assaulted for objecting to loud drums during Ganpati procession

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

A family faced a violent assault during a Ganesh immersion procession after a woman politely asked a group to lower the volume of their drums.

Thane Railway Police Act Against Vagrants And Drug Peddlers

Thane Railway Police Act Against Vagrants And Drug Peddlers

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Thane railway police conducted a special operation targeting vagrants and drug peddlers between Thane and Diva railway stations, resulting in action against 13 individuals.

Man And Woman Stabbed In Thane; Assailant Held

Man And Woman Stabbed In Thane; Assailant Held

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A man and a woman were stabbed in Thane's Khopat area and are hospitalised. The attacker, who was also injured, is in police custody. The motive is under investigation.

Maha BJP ex-MLA, axed cop booked for gang-raping woman at gunpoint

Maha BJP ex-MLA, axed cop booked for gang-raping woman at gunpoint

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

A former BJP MLA, Narendra Pawar, and a dismissed police constable, Shailesh Patil, have been booked in Thane for allegedly gangraping a 22-year-old woman after holding her captive at gunpoint at a farmhouse. The woman was reportedly coerced into consuming alcohol before the assault.

Thane Builder Cheated Of Rs 46 Lakh In Aluminium Scrap Fraud

Thane Builder Cheated Of Rs 46 Lakh In Aluminium Scrap Fraud

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

An FIR has been registered against a scrap firm owner and two others in Thane for allegedly siphoning off 21,000 kg of aluminium material worth Rs 46.20 lakh from a prominent builder using a modified transport vehicle.

Three Arrested In Thane Road Rage Murder Case

Three Arrested In Thane Road Rage Murder Case

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Three individuals, including two siblings, have been arrested in Thane, Maharashtra, for allegedly beating a 38-year-old man to death following a dispute over a minor road accident.

Man Murdered In Thane Over Dispute; Accused Arrested

Man Murdered In Thane Over Dispute; Accused Arrested

Rediff.com23 May 2026

A 30-year-old man was brutally attacked and killed by three persons over a dispute in Thane district, Maharashtra. Police arrested the accused shortly after the incident in the Mharalgaon area of Kalyan taluka.

Mother Arrested For Allegedly Strangling One-Year-Old Son In Thane

Mother Arrested For Allegedly Strangling One-Year-Old Son In Thane

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

A 26-year-old woman in Thane, Maharashtra, has been arrested for allegedly strangling her one-year-old son to death. Police believe the incident occurred in a fit of anger, and an investigation is ongoing to determine the exact motive.

Thane School Staff Arrested In Bribery Case

Thane School Staff Arrested In Bribery Case

Rediff.com12 May 2026

The headmistress and two other employees of a private school in Thane, Maharashtra, have been arrested for allegedly demanding and accepting bribes from parents seeking admission for their children.

Teenager Dies After Stabbing In Thane; Friend Detained

Teenager Dies After Stabbing In Thane; Friend Detained

Rediff.com8 May 2026

A teenager was fatally stabbed, and another was seriously injured in Thane after an altercation with a friend, who has been detained by police.

Three Arrested After Woman Thrashed, Paraded In Thane

Three Arrested After Woman Thrashed, Paraded In Thane

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Three individuals have been arrested in Thane district after a woman was thrashed, stripped, and paraded in Ulhasnagar. The incident, triggered by alleged objectionable remarks about deities, is under investigation, with police seeking four additional suspects.

Tensions high in Thane housing society over Bakrid goat sacrifice

Tensions high in Thane housing society over Bakrid goat sacrifice

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Police in Thane have registered three FIRs following a series of incidents at a housing society related to the sacrifice of goats ahead of Bakrid, including clashes and attempts to bring a pig into the complex.

Rs 13 Lakh Stolen In Thane House Break-In

Rs 13 Lakh Stolen In Thane House Break-In

Rediff.com20 May 2026

An unidentified person allegedly stole cash and valuables worth Rs 13 lakh from a house in Thane district, Maharashtra, after breaking in during the night.

BJP MLA's school courts row over Jain festival lunchbox advisory

BJP MLA's school courts row over Jain festival lunchbox advisory

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

A school owned by a BJP MLA in Thane advised students not to bring root vegetables in lunchboxes during the Jain Paryushan festival, sparking a controversy. The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) objected, while the MLA clarified it was a request, not a mandatory order, aimed at respecting religious sentiments and promoting healthy eating.

History-Sheeter Arrested With Illegal Firearm In Thane

History-Sheeter Arrested With Illegal Firearm In Thane

Rediff.com9 May 2026

A 32-year-old history-sheeter was arrested in Thane for allegedly possessing an illegal firearm and live ammunition. The arrest was made by a Crime Branch team near the new Kasheli bridge. The accused had previously been booked for murder but was acquitted.

Two Women Held For Stealing Gold Ornaments In Thane

Two Women Held For Stealing Gold Ornaments In Thane

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Thane Crime Branch arrests two women for allegedly stealing gold ornaments from citizens, solving nine cases and recovering jewellery worth Rs 37.19 lakh.

Thane Murder: Police Arrest Two, Detain 13 Suspects Fleeing State

Thane Murder: Police Arrest Two, Detain 13 Suspects Fleeing State

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A 23-year-old man, Deepak Jaiswal, was allegedly beaten to death in Thane over mobile phone theft and bullying. Police have arrested two main accused, Ajay Devkilal Giri and Shiva Sanjay Goswami, and detained 13 other suspects who were attempting to flee the state on the Gorakhpur Express. A murder case has been registered, and investigations are ongoing to determine the roles of all detained individuals.

Thane Census Workers Booked For Dereliction Of Duty

Thane Census Workers Booked For Dereliction Of Duty

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Police in Thane, Maharashtra, have filed an FIR against two government employees assigned census work for alleged dereliction of duty. The employees, a clerk and a compounder, failed to report to their designated office and refused to initiate assigned tasks for the Census 2027, despite repeated contact from higher authorities.