Mid-Day Top News: Mumbai Police Suspects Bangladeshi National Behind Saif Ali Khan Attack, Vasai Autorickshaws Cause Menace

Mumbai, India - In a breakthrough in the ongoing investigation into the attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, police suspect that the accused might be a Bangladeshi national. Mohammed Sharif Ul Islam Shehzad, alias Das, 30, was arrested in Thane after an extensive manhunt, and the police have stated that they will re-investigate the case with sections under the Passport Act and Foreigners Act.

According to sources, Das lacks valid Indian documents, leading police to suspect his nationality. The Bandra police have confirmed that they would be including sections under the relevant laws in the case to pursue further investigation.

Meanwhile, Mumbai is bracing for a warm spell ahead, with temperatures expected to soar above 35°C this weekend. Residents are urged to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activities during peak heat hours.

In other news, Vasai is witnessing a rise in unauthorized autorickshaws, causing traffic jams and distressing commuters. The police have launched a special drive to crack down on these illegal vehicles, which often operate under cover of darkness to avoid detection.

Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah remains uncertain fit for the upcoming England series and Champions Trophy 2025, despite being included in the squads announced by the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee. Coach Ajit Agarkar has expressed concerns over Bumrah's recovery from a back spasm suffered during the recent Sydney Test.

Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan is set to celebrate an impressive 25 years on KBC, with upcoming episodes kicking off a week-long celebration titled Gyan Ka Rajat Mahotsav starting January 20. As part of this, contestant Vinay Gupta will be sitting across the hot seat for the first time from his hometown Kathu, accompanied by an iconic moment when Bachchan gives him hints to recall the legendary dialogue "Deyta tha zanjeer ki zaroorat hai."

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