Mumbai

Mumbai is the capital city of Maharashtra, India's wealthiest state. Recent news focuses on the tragic death of Ajit Pawar, the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, in a plane crash. The private plane, which departed from Mumbai, crashed in his constituency of Baramati, killing Pawar and four others. Pawar was a key political figure in Maharashtra. Other recent news highlights concerns about safety and security in India, with the Bangladesh Cricket Board refusing to play T20 World Cup matches there. Additionally, there are reports of rising anti-Christian violence and discussions about overworked pilots in India, specifically referencing flight cancellations at Mumbai airport. These events underscore ongoing political, social, and logistical challenges within India and Maharashtra.