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Social activists protested against illegal jeans-wash units in Kalyan, citing environmental damage and health concerns. MSEDCL has assured disconnection of electricity to these units within seven days, following repeated directives from the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board. Action will also be taken against officials who failed to implement previous orders.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis pledged unwavering support for Sanatan Dharma, speaking at a temple felicitation in Dombivli. The event celebrated the transfer of temple land, resolving a long-standing dispute. Leaders highlighted the victory of faith and pledged future development for religious sites, while also proposing a Pod Taxi network for Kalyan-Dombivli.

A 14-year-long struggle by devotees has concluded with the Mahayuti government approving the transfer of 4.25 acres of land surrounding Dombivli's historic Pimpeshwar Mahadev Temple to its trust. BJP Maharashtra president Ravindra Chavan lauded the decision, emphasizing its role in preserving religious and cultural heritage.

A 25-year-old woman was found murdered in her family's flat in Kalyan, Thane. Police suspect her father, Vinod Vasaikar, who is now absconding, is involved. The victim, Gayatri Shinde, had recently moved back home. Family members reported no recent disputes. Investigators are reviewing CCTV footage and forming teams to locate the suspect. The motive remains unclear.

In a significant move, the Maharashtra cabinet has greenlit the transfer of approximately 4.3 acres of industrial land in Dombivli to the Pimpleshwar Devasthan Temple Trust for a nominal fee. This decision, which adheres to encroachment regulations, seeks to support the future development and preservation of the historic 150-year-old temple complex, housing a gaushala and a Vedic school.

A stray dog was allegedly beaten to death at a housing society in Thane. Police have registered a case against unidentified individuals. Videos showed people carrying sticks in the area. An animal feeder filed a complaint, leading to the police investigation. CCTV footage is being reviewed to identify those responsible.

The victim Sameer Lokhande was attacked in Kalyan town on Friday evening and he succumbed to the injuries at a hospital this morning, an official said.

Residents of Kalyan and Dombivli will have to face load shedding for 8-10 hours a day from February 10 to 12 due to the renovation work being carried out by the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd (MSECL).

Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has approved a Rs 357 crore water supply project for Kalyan-Dombivli city under the Amrut Abhiyan Yojana, benefiting 27 villages. This project will ensure a smooth water supply and create a 105 MLD storage capacity, addressing the severe water problems due to ongoing urbanisation.

Electricity will remain suspended for six hours in several parts of Kalyan East and Dombivli from 10 am to 4 pm due to maintenance work on Wednesday, the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) informed.

Unseasonal light showers of rain were recorded on Thursday in many parts of the Ulhasnagar, Kalyan and Dombivli area.

A doctor's flat situated in a posh locality in Maharashtra capital Mumbai's Kalyan area was gutted after a fire broke out in an air conditioner.

The Thane anti-extortion cell took custody of gangster Ejaz Lakdawala on Tuesday, in connection with a case registered in 2019 in Maharashtra’s Kalyan area.

The KDMC (Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation) has shifted 15 families living close to Kachore-Netivali hill to safer places and is in the process to shif some other families.

The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) and Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) in a joint operation seized 15 empty drums of chemical near a drainage line in residential area near MIDC in Dombivli after locals complained of foul smell.

KDMC registered a case against five developers for illegal construction of chawl rooms in Kalyan Taluka under the MRTP Act. The accused individuals failed to provide valid land records and permissions, leading to two FIRs being lodged by KDMC after complaints and investigations.

The twin cities of Kalyan and Dombivli in Maharashtra's Thane district reported 80 new cases of coronavirus on Saturday.

A Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Transport (KDMT) bus breakdown on Durgadi bridge on Kalyan creek — in Thane district of Maharashtra — connecting Kalyan and Bhiwandi cities led to a huge traffic jam for over two two kilometres on Monday.

Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde and deputy chief minister Devendra Fadnavis will visit Kalyan and Ulhasnagar in Maharashtra’s Thane district on Wednesday to inaugurate development works worth Rs 105.6 crore.