A container transporting 20 tons of Parle-G biscuits overturned near Kharegaon Toll Naka in Kalwa, spilling diesel and disrupting traffic on the Nashik-Mumbai highway. No injuries were reported, and the road has been cleared.
Thane, March 3: A major traffic disruption occurred on the Nashik–Mumbai highway early Tuesday morning after a heavy container overturned near the Kharegaon Toll Naka in Kalwa. While the accident led to a diesel spill on the busy corridor, no casualties or injuries were reported.
The incident
The accident took place at approximately 4:09 AM on March 3, 2026. According to officials from the Regional Disaster Management Cell (RDMC) of the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC), an Ashok Leyland container (MH 46 AF 1009) was en route from Nashik to Nhava Sheva, Navi Mumbai.
The vehicle, owned by Mr Ramesh Zhagade and driven by Raees Ahmed, was transporting 20 tons of Parle-G biscuits. As the vehicle approached a sharp curve near the Kharegaon Toll Naka, the driver lost control, causing the massive trailer to turtle on the Mumbai-bound lane.
Emergency response
Upon receiving information from Traffic Police Constable Mr Bawdhane, a coordinated relief operation was launched. The following teams were dispatched to the site:
Thane Fire Brigade: One rescue vehicle.
RDMC: One pickup utility vehicle and specialised personnel.
Local Police: Two heavy-duty crane machines to clear the wreckage.
Hazard mitigation and traffic impact
The impact of the crash caused the container’s fuel tank to rupture, spilling a significant amount of diesel across the highway. To prevent secondary accidents caused by skidding, fire brigade jawans and RDMC staff promptly covered the oil slick with layers of soil.
While the Nashik–Mumbai traffic was initially reduced to a crawl, the situation was brought under control within a few hours. The overturned container was successfully uprighted and moved to the shoulder of the road using cranes.
An eco friendly Green Holi celebration was organised at Rajawadi Garden in Ghatkopar, promoting natural colours and water conservation. Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawade attended the event, where residents celebrated Holi of Flowers in the presence of MLA Parag Shah, highlighting sustainability and community participation.
An eco friendly Holi celebration brought colour and cheer to Rajawadi Garden in Ghatkopar, as residents gathered to mark what was described as a Green Holi in the heart of nature. Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawade was present at the event and shared glimpses of the initiative on social media.
The celebration moved away from the usual chemical colours and water intensive festivities, choosing instead a more sustainable approach.
Holi Of Flowers And Natural Colours
Organisers encouraged participants to bid farewell to synthetic colours and embrace a Holi of Flowers. The garden came alive with fragrant petals and the use of only natural colours, creating a vibrant yet environmentally conscious atmosphere.
Children, senior citizens and families joined in, celebrating without the fear of skin irritation or excessive water usage. The emphasis remained firmly on protecting the environment while preserving the festive spirit.
MLA Parag Shah Attends Event
MLA Parag Shah attended the programme as the chief guest, adding to the enthusiasm of the gathering. His presence was warmly acknowledged by attendees, who said such initiatives help spread awareness about responsible celebrations.
Holi greetings were extended to all present, with organisers expressing hope that more neighbourhoods would adopt similar eco friendly practices. The event stood as a reminder that tradition and sustainability can go hand in hand, offering joy without harming the environment.
MUMBAI: (Feb 25) The Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) on Wednesday criticised the Mumbai civic body’s Budget 2026-27, alleging it was designed to benefit contractors and terming it the BJP’s roadmap to loot citizens.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) proposed a budget outlay of Rs 80,952.56 crore for the financial year 2026-27, marking an 8.77 per cent increase over the 2025-26 budget estimate of Rs 74,427.41 crore.
Mumbai Congress president and MP Varsha Gaikwad claimed the civic body was burdened with liabilities of Rs 2.45 lakh crore, and Mumbaikars will be forced to bear the costs.
MUMBAI: (Feb 25) A committee with an official of the Additional Chief Secretary rank from the Urban Development Department will probe the alleged housing fraud in Navi Mumbai, minister Uday Samant announced in the legislative council on Wednesday.The inquiry will examine claims of bypassing norms to construct affordable houses, he said.
The Industries Minister has been authorised to respond to questions and calling attention motions in the state legislature’s Budget session on behalf of Deputy Chief Minister and Urban Development Minister Eknath Shinde.
PATNA: (Feb 25) Of the 14,699 children reported missing in Bihar last year, 7,772 have been traced, while efforts are ongoing to locate the remaining ones, officials said.
The statement of the police came after multiple posts related to alleged child-lifting incidents surfaced on social media.
“A total of 14,699 children were reported missing in Bihar in 2025. Of these, 7,772 have been traced, and efforts are ongoing to find the remaining 6,927 children,” the statement said.
SRINAGAR: (Feb 25) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday laid foundations for infrastructure and river conservation projects worth over Rs 190 crore in Srinagar and Budgam districts.
Spanning five constituencies, the projects focus on urban beautification, pollution abatement in the Jhelum river, and advanced sewage treatment infrastructure for Doodh Ganga, reflecting the government’s commitment to improving civic amenities, enhancing climate resilience and restoring water bodies, an official spokesman said.
In Srinagar, the chief minister laid the foundation stone for construction of Bab-ul-Sultan-ul-Arifeen, a city gateway featuring artistic calligraphy, at Rainawari Chowk. To be built at a cost of Rs 1.3 crore, the project aims to enhance the aesthetic and cultural identity of the historic locality, the spokesman said.
NEW DELHI: (Feb 22) The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Monday pleas of Meta and WhatsApp against a Competition Commission of India (CCI) order imposing a penalty of Rs 213.14 crore over their privacy policy.
A bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi is likely to hear the matter.
On February 3, the bench had made strong observations against Meta Platforms Inc and WhatsApp, saying they could not “play with the right to privacy of citizens in the name of data sharing” and alleged that they were creating a monopoly in the market and committing theft of private information of customers.
MUMBAI: (Feb 22) Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Sunday backed party leader Aaditya Thackeray’s remark regarding the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls, asserting that as the largest constituent in the Opposition MVA, his fold has the “first right” to the alliance’s lone winnable seat from Maharashtra.
In April, Rajya Sabha stint will end for NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar, Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi, Fauzia Khan of NCP (SP), Ramdas Athawale of RPI (Athawale), BJP’s Bhagwat Karad, Congress’s Rajani Patil and NCP’s Dhairysheel Patil.
The Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) can potentially send one candidate to the Upper House of Parliament due to its depleted strength.
Mumbai, 16 February 2026: World Trade Center Mumbai, in association with Climate Trends, hosted a high-level roundtable on “Urban Heat Stress and Its Growing Impact on India’s Economic Sectors and Public Health” as part of Mumbai Climate Week. The discussion highlighted how rising temperatures and frequent heatwaves are increasingly affecting productivity, worker safety, electricity demand, and supply-chain efficiency across Indian cities.
Addressing the session, Vijay Kalantri, Chairman of World Trade Center Mumbai and President of the All India Association of Industries, stated that urban heat is no longer just an environmental issue but a serious development challenge. He noted that many Indian cities are already experiencing temperatures 3–8°C higher than surrounding rural areas due to the Urban Heat Island effect. With India’s urban population projected to cross 40% by 2030, rising temperatures are expected to significantly impact public health, urban liveability, and economic productivity, particularly among vulnerable communities. He also highlighted that India could lose around 5.8% of total working hours by 2030 due to extreme heat, while the World Bank has warned of potential GDP losses of up to 4.5% without adequate adaptation measures.
Aarti Khosla, Founder and Director of Climate Trends, emphasized that climate action lies at the intersection of public health and economic growth. She noted that investing in resilience is economically beneficial, as every dollar invested in climate resilience can generate significantly higher savings by preventing future losses. She also stressed the need for practical financial models that support MSMEs and protect vulnerable workers, especially those in India’s large informal workforce.
Vishwas Chitale, Head of Climate Resilience at the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), highlighted that rapid urbanisation is contributing as much to rising urban heat as climate change itself. He stated that higher temperatures and humidity levels are already affecting productivity and industrial output, making climate-resilient adaptation measures both an environmental necessity and a sound economic investment.
The roundtable brought together representatives from industry, finance, healthcare, sustainability, and policy institutions, who agreed that urban heat is emerging as a major economic and development challenge requiring coordinated planning, integrated policy frameworks, and actionable resilience strategies for Indian cities.
COLOMBO: (Feb 15) Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav did not shake hands with his Pakistan counterpart Salman Ali Agha during toss of their T20 World Cup clash in Colombo on Sunday, maintaining the status quo since the Asia Cup in Dubai last year.
“The No handshake Policy will continue,” a BCCI official in Colombo confirmed to PTI an hour before the game.
There will also be no handshake between players and support staff of two teams after the end of the match, a norm that has been followed by Suryakumar as a mark of respect for the families of the victims killed in the Pahalgam terror attack and solidarity towards Indian Army in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor.
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