Chairing a meeting of MMRDA, Shinde approved a massive outlay aimed at addressing rapid urbanisation and strengthening connectivity. Thane will be developed as a ‘mobility hub’, with Rs 12,000–13,000 crore earmarked for major infrastructure works

A repeat housebreaker from Virar, known for silently sawing window grills and dodging CCTV, has been arrested after allegedly stealing jewellery worth over Rs 3.7 lakh from a Bhandup East home