Marco Rubio departs India, says visit 'advanced economic, strategic priorities'
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday departed India, saying his visit had advanced…
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday departed India, saying his visit had advanced the economic and strategic priorities of both countries in the region, while emphasising the importance of strengthening bilateral economic ties and energy security cooperation. In a post on X, Rubio said, “Just departed India having advanced our economic and strategic…
Several areas of Thane including Kalwa, Diva and Mumbra will face a 36-hour water supply shutdown from midnight on Thursday, October 22, until noon on Saturday, October 24, the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) has announced. The shutdown will affect areas supplied by the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) through its Jambhul water treatment plant. The…
Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik on Thursday warned that Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) department controllers will be held directly responsible if toilets at MSRTC bus stations are found to be unclean, an official statement said. Sarnaik said maintaining clean, hygienic and healthy toilet facilities for passengers was a basic responsibility of the transport…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast hot and humid conditions in isolated pockets of Mumbai and its neighbouring areas and issued a yellow alert. According to a weather bulletin, issued on Thursday afternoon, Mumbai, Thane, Palghar and Raigad during the initial days of its district-wise weather forecast, valid from October 22 to 26, 2026….
A fire broke out at an imitation jewellery shop in Third Bhoiwada, Bhuleshwar, Mumbai, at around 10:30 am on Thursday, October 22. Soon after the incident was reported, various agencies, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Fire Brigade, BEST, reached the spot and initiated efforts to control the blaze. According to preliminary information, the fire…
A 21-year-old man named Akbar Khan Amjat Khan was arrested for possessing a country-made pistol. Police received a tip-off regarding a man moving suspiciously with a firearm near Eidgah Maidan. Officials detained Khan and found an illegal firearm and a live cartridge in his possession. During interrogation, Khan revealed he obtained the weapon from a…
Remittances by Indian residents for buying overseas property surged to $528.7 million during 2025-26. The increase reflects growing interest in international real estate among Indian buyers. A survey noted that 61% of respondents prioritize rental income and capital appreciation in their purchases. Properties in the UAE, Greece, and Portugal are among the most sought after…
Residents and visitors near Arnala beach in Virar have observed a mysterious blue glow in the sea. Fishermen and locals are enjoying swimming in the newly emerged luminous waters at nighttime. This phenomenon is suspected to be related to bioluminescent microorganisms, which emit light when disturbed. However, the scientific cause of this glow has not…
In a bold move, Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis has revealed plans for a significant chemical park adjacent to Vadhvan Port, earmarking an impressive 2,500 to 5,000 acres for development. Union minister JP Nadda announced that financial backing will come from the Centre via the Bhavya Rasayan scheme, with environmental approval processes being expedited.
Following the alarming shooting incident involving Tiger Shroff, authorities have apprehended multiple suspects. Investigations revealed a nearby location in Mumbai where these individuals honed their shooting skills. The police are now exploring potential ties between the arrested parties and the incident itself. Furthermore, an audio recording containing a threatening message aimed at Shroff is set…
Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde used his Shiv Sena faction’s Dussehra rally at the NESCO Centre on Tuesday to pitch his party as one that delivers, answering Uddhav Thackeray’s camp with a list of relief measures for drought-hit farmers. The rally skipped floral arches and cultural programmes and was dedicated to farmers. Banners read ‘Madaticha…
Taking note of mid-day’s report on dust pollution caused by the demolition of an old building on First Cross Lane in Lokhandwala, Andheri West, the K West ward of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) issued a stop-work notice to the developer on October 20, a resident said. Residents had alleged that the demolition was being…
The audio clip containing a threat to Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff will now be examined, as the investigators plan to match the voice sample against the ‘voice banks’ maintained by the Punjab and Delhi Police, officials said. As per IANS, these databases contain voice recordings of members allegedly linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang who…
With political rallies and festive celebrations adding to Mumbai’s cluttered streetscape, residents say banners, posters, and party flags continue to spring up across the city despite the BMC’s ‘Flex Free Campaign’. From Dadar and Shivaji Park to Worli, Bandra and the suburbs, citizens complain that the displays obstruct footpaths, obscure landmarks, and create potential road-safety…
Mumbai, Thane and Palghar were likely to experience hot and humid conditions in isolated areas on Wednesday and Thursday, according to the India Meteorological Department‘s (IMD) district forecast. A yellow alert was issued by the weather department, stating, “hot and humid conditions in isolated pockets.” The forecast covers October 21 to 25 and indicates that…
eMudhra has identified a cryptographic flaw that generated weak keys, potentially compromising its global TLS certificate business. The company is working to replace affected Transport Layer Security certificates to preserve customer trust. Coordination with major browser root programs is also ongoing to rectify the situation. Shares of eMudhra dropped significantly on the stock market following…
Three accused were brought to court in Mumbai after their arrest related to the firing incident involving Tiger Shroff. Police reported that five additional suspects were arrested in Haryana and Delhi and will arrive shortly. They informed the court that the weapons used in the shooting have not been recovered yet. Shroff’s team issued a…
Investigators have reportedly found a weapons supply network in connection with the firing incident involving Tiger Shroff’s car. Two accused allegedly traveled to Amritsar to collect firearms, sourced through a dead letter box. Anil Pandit is believed to have orchestrated these operations while compensating the accused for their involvement. The accused initially intended to target…
In a shocking incident, Umesh Chauhan, a 34-year-old digital influencer, was injured when an attack occurred on Tiger Shroff. After two days of medical care at KEM Hospital, surgeons successfully extracted the bullet, and he is currently in stable condition. Chauhan lives in Mankhurd with his young son and expectant wife, and he commands a…
Actor Tiger Shroff was shot at in Mumbai, causing investigators to probe connections to Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang. The investigation revealed connections between Randeep Malik and the shooter, Anil Pandit. They allegedly used VoIP and recruited young men for criminal activities in exchange for money and false promises. The police are examining the attackers’ prior plans…
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday flagged off trucks carrying Diwali ration and relief supplies for drought-affected farmers from his residence in Thane, an official statement said. The initiative aims to provide assistance through both the state government and the Shiv Sena, with financial aid being credited to farmers’ bank accounts and festive…
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale on Tuesday backed Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat’s remarks on regime change. Athawle said that a sudden change of government, similar to developments in Bangladesh, Nepal, or Sri Lanka, was not possible in India, as per IANS. Union Minister Athawle’s remarks come as Mohan Bhagwat said that attempts to…
Nine people were injured after a fire broke out at Kohinoor HDIL Building No. 5 near Kohinoor School in Kurla West, Mumbai. The incident occurred during the early hours of Tuesday, October 20. Eight people suffered from suffocation due to smoke, while one person sustained an injury to the right leg. As per the officials,…
Rival Shiv Sena factions led by Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde are holding separate Dussehra rallies in Mumbai on Tuesday, setting the stage for competing political messages and renewed claims over the legacy of Balasaheb Thackeray. The Shiv Sena (UBT) rally will take place at Shivaji Park in Dadar, while the…
Two days after Tiger Shroff was attacked by three gunmen at Juhu, the Bollywood actor has been provided with police protection. Police sources indicate that he had no security cover before the attack. As per IANS, police officials suspect that the absence of security may have made him an easy target for the Lawrence Bishnoi…
A 40-year-old woman named Naznin Mehmood was arrested for extorting Rs 4 crore from a jewellery shop owner. She allegedly used video recordings to blackmail the complainant over several months. The threats included physical harm if he did not comply with her monetary demands. Investigators are examining the extent of the financial transactions and any…
A Mumbai court has granted bail to Rahul Punjwani, a former bank branch manager, entangled in a case of deceit involving the fraudulent modification of information from deceased customers’ accounts at a private bank. The alterations were executed via customer request forms bearing forged signatures, unveiled through an internal investigation.
On Monday night, a 17-year-old girl participated in a garba event in Santoshbhuvan. An 18-year-old youth, who was her friend, assaulted her after she stopped talking to him. The accused dragged her out of the garba pandal and attacked her. After the incident, Pelhar police registered a case against the accused under relevant sections of…
Three alleged shooters were arrested for attempting to kill actor Tiger Shroff in Juhu, Mumbai. The attackers fired five rounds at Shroff’s car, narrowly missing him but injuring his driver. Investigators believe the attack was planned, but a weapon malfunction prevented further damage. The assailants attempted to flee to Nepal after the incident, but police…
Early Tuesday, a fire ignited on the 12th floor of the Kohinoor HDIL Building No. 6 in Kurla West, causing injuries to nine people, including a five-year-old boy and two teenagers. Eight individuals were treated for smoke inhalation at Rajawadi Hospital, while a 55-year-old man suffered a leg injury. Firefighters managed to contain the blaze,…
Mumbai’s Goregaon-Mulund Link Road (GMLR) project has made progress, with the first tunnel boring machine, named Tulsi, completing 183 metres of excavation beneath Sanjay Gandhi National Park, an official statement said on Monday. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has also completed the site acceptance test (SAT) for the second tunnel boring machine, Vihar, paving the…
In a major breakthrough, three suspets in the firing case linked to actor Tiger Shroff have been apprehended from Kota railway station by the Rajasthan Police and the Anti-Gangster Task Force (ATF). As per the officials, the suspects were allegedly absconding in connection with the case and were apprehended while travelling on a train from…
The Bombay High Court on Monday observed that peaceful demonstrations are a fundamental right, but the credentials of protesters and the inconvenience caused to the public must also be considered before issuing blanket directions restricting police action, reported the PTI. A bench of Chief Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi and Justice Advait Sethna directed the Maharashtra…
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Monday criticised the police over their handling of gangsters and protesters following the firing incident involving Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff, questioning the authorities’ priorities. In a post on X, Dipke wrote, “Instead of cracking down on students and activists, police should focus on criminals.” Commeting on a…
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) on Monday said that it has achieved a construction milestone on the Thane Coastal Road-1 project by erecting 10 I-girders in a single day on October 14, 2026, an official statement said. The achievement surpassed the usual daily output of four to six girders, marking a significant step…
Tiger Shroff, the actor, was attacked in Mumbai’s Juhu area after his movements were allegedly tracked for ten days. The assailants followed him after reviewing paparazzi videos documenting his public appearances. The shooting occurred as Shroff was leaving a football club, resulting in injuries to his driver and another person. Three suspects were apprehended in…
An audio recording allegedly from Anil Pandit links Bollywood figures to the underworld and threatens actor Salman Khan. The investigation into the shooting at Tiger Shroff’s car reveals connections to Pandit and the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Authorities apprehended three suspects in Rajasthan as they attempted to flee following the attack. The clip raises questions about…
A disturbing audio recording allegedly unveils gangster Anil Pandit making threats against Salman Khan because of his perceived inaction regarding an apology. Pandit reportedly asserts having control over 70,000 shooters, warning of possible danger to Khan’s associates. In light of a recent shooting involving Tiger Shroff, authorities detained three individuals connected to Pandit. Maharashtra officials…
A minor recently opened fire at actor Tiger Shroff, leading to multiple arrests by the police. The father of the accused is unaware of his son’s activities since he left home two months ago. He described his struggles as a daily-wage labourer with a disability while dealing with this distressing situation. The police identified previous…
On Sunday evening, Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff was targeted during an attack while leaving a football ground. Investigators believe the assailants conducted a detailed surveillance of his movements before the shooting. His driver suffered injuries as the attackers fled the scene and were later arrested in Rajasthan. The Mumbai Crime Branch is continuing the investigation…