Mumbai News: Cement Slurry From Mixing Plant Dumped Into Chembur Mangroves, Activists Slam Authorities’ Inaction

Environmental activists have raised alarm over cement slurry from a Chembur mixing plant being dumped into Mahul mangroves. Despite complaints to MPCB, BMC, and police, authorities remain inactive. Videos posted online show pollution threatening mangroves, vital for storm and climate protection. Residents allege long-term illegal dumping; NGT seeks official response.

Mumbai Crime: Kurla Auto Driver Booked For Running Over Stray Dog; FIR Registered After Animal Welfare Activists’ Intervention

The Kurla police have registered an FIR against an autorickshaw driver who allegedly ran over a community dog near Kurla West station, leaving the animal grievously injured. The accused, identified as Mohd. Wasim Abdul Z. Khan, was caught on CCTV footage allegedly driving his autorickshaw over the stray dog before fleeing the scene.