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Mumbai civic body finds 103 entries of one voter, 4.3 lakh duplicates, sparks row
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News that caught attention
1. Emotional passengers bid heartfelt farewell to NMMT conductor Haridas Gaikwad on his last working day.
Commuters on Navi Mumbai Municipal Transport's (NMMT) Route No. 116 witnessed an emotional and heartwarming moment on Thursday as they came together to bid farewell to conductor Haridas Manohar Gaikwad, who marked his final working day before retirement. What began as an ordinary bus ride on the Nerul–Ulwe–World Trade Centre route via MTHL turned into an unforgettable celebration for both Gaekwad and the passengers who had grown familiar with him over the years. 📖 Read More
2. Mumbai civic body finds 103 entries of one voter, 4.3 lakh duplicates, sparks row.
A political storm has hit Mumbai after the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) disclosed that one voter’s name appeared 103 times across different parts in the city’s draft electoral roll, intensifying the debate over alleged ‘vote theft’ in Maharashtra. Out of 1.03 crore voters, as many as 4.33 lakh individuals have been registered multiple times, potentially taking the total number of duplicate entries to nearly 11 lakh. 📖 Read More
3. Legal notice to Mumbai Police for failure to file FIR against BJP city president for hate speech.
The Mumbai-based lawyer on Thursday (November 27, 2025) sent a legal notice to the Mumbai Police Commissioner alleging failure to act on “derogatory and communal remarks” attributed to BJP MLA Ameet Satam, despite the alleged comments falling under cognizable offences in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023. 📖 Read More
4. 72-Yr-old accuses brokerage firm of misleading him for 4 yrs, causing ₹35cr loss.
The Vanrai police have booked Globe Capital Market Pvt Ltd, a leading brokerage firm, after a 72-year-old businessman alleged that he was duped of nearly Rs 35 crore worth of shares in a stock trading fraud spanning four years. 📖 Read More
5. 24-hr, 15% water cut in 14 wards on Dec 3.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced a 15% water cut across 14 wards for 24 hours—from 10:00 am on December 3 to 10:00 am on December 4—to facilitate major pipeline replacement work. The civic body will be replacing the 2,750 mm Tansa water pipeline, which supplies raw water from the Tansa dam to the Bhandup Water Treatment Plant, the city’s largest. 📖 Read More
6. Anant Garje sent to police custody till December 2; Gauri’s post-mortem reveals multiple injuries, ccratches found on Anant’s hand.
The suicide of Dr. Gauri Palwe-Garje, wife of Anant Garje, personal assistant to BJP leader Pankaja Munde, has triggered shockwaves across Maharashtra. Dr. Gauri was found dead at her residence, where she ended her life. The Worli Police arrested Anant Garje on November 24 at around 1 a.m. He was produced second time before the court, and after the completion of his initial police custody today, the court has extended his custody till December 2. 📖 Read More
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Events you might want to attend (November 29 - December 5)
Sky High Party At Someplace Else
29 November, 9 PM onwards
Someplace Else, Level 2, Jio World Drive, BKC
Price: For reservations, connect at +91 8356-984990
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Someplace Else is turning Saturday night into a full-blown takeoff with Sky High Party, a theme night built around your coolest airport looks, revolving around oversized layers, athleisure, sunglasses, and that effortlessly-in-transit feel. Expect high-energy music, a stylish crowd, and a night that feels like the pre-boarding lounge to your dream vacation!
Nazrana-E-Awadh At Waarsa
Until 30 November, 12 PM to 4 PM & 7 PM to 1 AM
Waarsa, NCPA Gate 2, Nariman Point
Price: à la carte
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Waarsa at NCPA is marking its first anniversary with Nazrana-e-Awadh, a month-long celebration that honours the spirit of giving and Awadhi cuisine. The restaurant presents a specially curated menu featuring dishes crafted exclusively for the occasion, including the Nizami Dum Sabz Biryani, the Awadhi Doodhiya Gosht Biryani, and the indulgent Muzzafar Sewaiyan.
Mumbai Coffee Festival 2025
28 November - 30 November (Fri: 4 PM onwards; Sat-Sun: 12 PM onwards)
Jio World Drive, BKC, Mumbai
Price: INR 799 onwards
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The Mumbai Coffee Festival is back at Jio World Drive for its fourth edition. The festival gathers 45+ artisanal Indian and global coffee brands, interactive tastings, hands-on workshops, latte art battles, live performances, and a curated lineup of gourmet food pop-ups, all designed to celebrate the city’s ever-growing coffee culture. With roasters like Blue Tokai, Dope Coffee, Third Wave, Corridor Seven, ALT Coffee, and more pouring their signature blends, plus coffee-inspired retail, cocktails, and community experiences, it’s set to be Mumbai’s most aromatic weekend!
IFP Festival: 15th Edition
29 November - 30 November
Mehboob Studios, Mumbai
Price: INR 1,499 onwards
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The excitement is officially in the air — the IFP Festival is back, and this year’s edition is shaping up to be one of its most inspiring yet. Expect a buzzing mix of thought-provoking conversations, hands-on workshops, vibrant mixers, and creative discovery. The schedule features over 180 creators across more than 30 creative fields.
Foo’s Blacklist 0.4 Glitch Season
Till 30 November
All Foo outlets
Price: à la carte
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Foo’s Blacklist series returns with its fourth edition, and this time it dives straight into distortion. Blacklist 0.4: Glitch Season is a limited-edition cocktail lineup, where classic drinks are reimagined with unexpected twists and a digital-art-inspired presentation. The collection celebrates the beauty of a well-crafted misfire, inviting guests to explore a menu that’s playful and unpredictable.
Naples Fest At Le Cafe
Till 30th November
Le Café, Jewel of Chembur
Price: INR 475 onwards
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Le Café is bringing a slice of the Italian coast to Mumbai this month with Naples Fest, a culinary celebration built around the soulful flavours of Naples. From a simple, perfect Margherita and the fiery Fiama to slow-cooked lamb ragout pappardelle and briny Spaghetti alle Vongole, the menu leans into comfort.
Savour The Legacy Of Awadh At Dum Pukht
Till 30 November
Dum Pukht, ITC Maratha
Price: INR 5,500 + taxes onwards
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Dum Pukht at ITC Maratha is celebrating the royal flavours of Awadhi cuisine with Heritage on a Plate, a curated four-course dining experience that highlights the restaurant’s signature slow-cooked “dum” technique. Available in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options and paired with a select premium pour, the menu brings together all timeless classics!
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