Western Railway on Tuesday launched ‘SUGAMRAIL’, a smart digital monitoring system for lifts, escalators and earthing pits across its network. This is the first-of-its-kind software-based platform on Indian Railways designed to provide real-time data and improve infrastructure management, an official statement said. According to a press release issued by Vineet Abhishek, Chief Public Relations Officer…
As Ayushmann Khurrana gears up for the release of his upcoming film, Thamma, the actor couldn`t stop gushing about how excited he was for the movie. He was recently seen getting candid at the 25th edition of FICCI Frames, Asia`s premier media and entertainment conclave, which is underway in Mumbai. Ayushmann Khurrana about Thamma Talking…
Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor, who is a known motorhead, has added another luxury car to his garage. On Tuesday afternoon, the star was seen driving his new car in the city. He was seen happily driving away in his brand new swanky and sporty BMW M2. The videos of the actor driving around in his…
Akshay Kumar made news in 2019 when he interviewed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and asked him if he eats mangoes, a moment that sparked mockery as well as a social media meme fest. Now, the actor has revived the viral sensation by asking Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis a similar question, this time regarding oranges….
A passenger claimed that he was injured in an alleged knife attack onboard a Mumbai AC local train following which the police have launched investigations into the matter, the officials said on Tuesday. “A joint investigation by the Government Railway Police (GRP) and the Railway Protection Force (RPF) has been launched into the matter. However,…
The Maharashtra government is positive about addressing the demands raised by the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) workers, Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik said on Monday. Speaking at a meeting with ST workers’ unions at Mantralaya, Sarnaik said the demands of the staff are “justified” and assured that a decision will be taken over them…
Central Railway has collected more than Rs 100 crore in fines from passengers who were caught travelling without valid tickets between April and August 2025, an official statement said on Tuesday. According to officials, a total of 17.19 lakh passengers were caught during this five-month period, and fines totalling Rs 100.50 crore were collected. The…
Three employees of the Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL) were on Tuesday caught while posing as customs officials and extorting money and valuables from passengers, an official said, reported the PTI. The trio allegedly posed as officials from the Customs Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) and harassed passengers, the official said. The official said that the…
The much-anticipated trailer for actress Isha Koppikar`s next venture on the big screen, Rocketship, has finally launched, offering audiences their first glimpse into what promises to be an emotionally charged cinematic experience. Producer Harmanraai Sehgal shared the trailer on social media with a heartfelt caption that perfectly encapsulates the film`s essence. Rocketship trailer Sharing the…
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was recently seen getting candid at the 25th edition of FICCI Frames. The opening day of the two-day-long event featured a lively and engaging conversation between actor Akshay Kumar and the Chief Minister. Akshay asked if any Hindi film had inspired the CM and set a benchmark for leadership. Fadnavis…
The driver of the Tempo Traveller involved in Sunday night’s fatal crash at Veer Kotwal Udyan in Dadar has been arrested by Shivaji Park Police. Identified as Sanjay Dhondu Kumbhar (27), he faces charges of negligent and rash driving under multiple provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. A…
Actor Ishaan Khatter, who was last seen in Homebound, recently opened up about his humble beginnings and the financial struggles his family faced during his childhood. Raised by a single mother, Ishaan reflected on growing up in a middle-class home and how his mother, actor Neelima Azeem, worked hard to give him and his family…
With an eye on the upcoming BMC elections, the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena is gearing up with a focused strategy to engage women voters, who have emerged as a decisive force in recent polls. According to a statement released by the Shiv Sena, during the state assembly elections held last year, women in Mumbai recorded…
Actress Kareena Kapoor opened up about her admiration for husband Saif Ali Khan, calling him the ‘coolest ever.’ On Monday, Bebo took to her Instagram handle and posted a candid photo of Saif where he is seen sitting with a guitar. The image features the actor, clad in his casuals, sporting stylish sunglasses and holding…
The Maharashtra government on Monday announced a Rs 31,628-crore relief package to compensate farmers and citizens affected by the recent heavy rains and floods. The government assured that the entire relief package will be disbursed before Diwali. Addressing a press conference with his deputy Eknath Shinde, Chief Minister (CM) Devendra Fadnavis said all the farmers…
The Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) on Tuesday announced that several parts of the city will face a complete water supply shutdown on Thursday, October 9, due to urgent maintenance and upgradation work being carried out by the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC). According to the civic body, the MIDC will undertake essential repair and improvement…
Strengthening the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act has led to an improvement in the Sex Ratio at Birth (SRB), with 917 females per 1,000 males recorded in 2021-23, said Aradhana Patnaik, Additional Secretary & Mission Director (NHM), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, on Monday, October 6. Speaking at a…
Mumbai doctors are concerned due to the alarming rise in spine health issues among women after pregnancy and even adults. Once considered a problem of older age, early-onset back pain is giving a tough time to everyone. Sedentary lifestyles, long hours of screen use, and poor posture habits are putting the spine under constant strain,…
The Bombay High Court (HC) on Tuesday declined to grant an interim stay on petitions challenging the Maharashtra government`s decision to issue Kunbi caste certificates to Maratha community members who can prove their OBC lineage, news agency PTI reported. Five petitions, filed by various OBC groups and members, argued that the move would effectively include…
A court in Maharashtra`s Thane District has sentenced a 43-year-old man to life imprisonment for brutally attacking his wife and son with a sickle six years ago, news agency PTI reported. Additional Session Judge GG Bhansali observed that the 28 injuries sustained by the wife were inconsistent with the defence’s claim that they occurred after…
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has said that a lawyer`s attempt to attack Chief Justice of India BR Gavai, the “pride of Maharashtra”, is condemnable and there is no place for such incidents in a democracy, reported news agency PTI. The opposition NCP (SP) on Tuesday staged a protest in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, condemning the…
During the ongoing investigation into Zubeen Garg`s death, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) discovered a major cash transaction of around Rs 1 crore in the bank accounts of two of the singer`s personal security officers (PSOs). Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that the state government has requested that the Enforcement Directorate and the…
Police have seized the banned gutka valued at Rs 17.53 lakh while it was being smuggled from Gujarat to Mumbai in a truck and arrested one person in this connection, an official said on Tuesday, reported news agency PTI. Acting on a tip-off, the local crime branch intercepted the truck at Manor on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad…
Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt is known for his unfiltered honesty when speaking about life, love, and pain. Recently, in a heartfelt conversation with his daughter and actress Pooja Bhatt, he opened up about one of the most traumatic memories from his childhood, an experience that, he says, shaped the man he became. Mahesh Bhatt recalls traumatic…
Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal are over the moon as the couple if all set to welcome their first child. After they announced pregnancy, fans and industry friends showered love and blessings on the couple. Recently, Vicky’s brother Sunny Kaushal expressed how the family is excited to welcome the little one. Now, he gushed over…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on a two-day visit to Maharashtra from October 8–9, during which he will inaugurate key infrastructure projects, including the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), and host UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in Mumbai for bilateral engagements. Major inaugurations in Navi Mumbai and Mumbai On October 8, PM Modi…
Maharashtra minister and BJP leader Ganesh Naik has claimed 10 per cent of officials in the administration are “incompetent”, and asserted that a strong sense of duty will eliminate the need for public grievance forums like `janata darbar`, reported news agency PTI. Naik was speaking to reporters on Monday after holding the `janata darbar` (public…
Rajat’s Bedi father, Narendra Bedi, was a renowned filmmaker in the 70s and 80s. he worked on films like Benaam, Bandhan, Adalat among many others with superstars like Rajesh Khanna and Amitabh Bachchan. However, Rajesh Khanna and Amitabh Bachchan’s rivalry and closure of films led to financial losses which left his father succumbing to Alcohol….
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Maharashtra on October 8–9, marking a major event in the state’s infrastructure and international engagement calendar. During his visit, the Prime Minister will inaugurate key projects in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai and host the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer. PM Modi to Inaugurate Navi Mumbai International…
Firsts are always special. No matter how far an actor`s journey takes them, their debut film remains unforgettable. In her latest Instagram post, Twinkle Khanna highlighted just how special Barsaat is to her, as it marked her entry into the world of lights, camera, and action. On the 30th anniversary of `Barsaat`, Twinkle shared a…
Actor Jackie Shroff has remembered late star Vinod Khanna on his 79th birth anniversary on Monday and also celebrated 19 years of his 2006 supernatural comedy film “Bhoot Unkle.” Jackie took to his Instagram stories, where he shared a photo-collage of the debonair actor Vinod Khanna, who was often referred to as the “Sexy Sanyasi” in…
Filmmaker Rhea Kapoor thanked hubby Karan Boolani for “always being my rock” as he turned a year older on Monday. Marking the special day, the `Veere Di Wedding` maker uploaded a few unseen moments from Karan`s birthday celebration on social media, accompanied by some other fond memories of the couple over the years. …
Comedian Samay Raina was among the many who attended the star-studded premiere of Aryan Khan`s debut directorial, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, last month. Shah Rukh Khan`s son made his entry into the film industry with a Netflix web series that quickly became the talk of the town. While several celebrities and influencers turned up for…
Bollywood star Ananya Panday is currently in Paris to attend an event by the luxury brand Chanel. The actress is the global face of the brand from India. A viral video from the event shows her posing and chatting with Hollywood star Pedro Pascal. When Ananya met Pedro In the viral clip, Ananya can be…
Police have registered a case against the chairman and staff of a co-operative credit society for allegedly cheating a group of farmers of Rs 14.59 lakh by promising them a loan for a joint land purchase in Navi Mumbai, officials said on Tuesday, reported news agency PTI. A group of 14 farmers had jointly purchased…
India has seen a remarkable success in control of leprosy, with a 99 per cent drop in prevalence rate per 10,000 population and 98 per cent reduction in cases under treatment over a span of 44 years, according to the government. As per an official statement, India in 2025 had a prevalence rate of…
Crops on 68.69 lakh hectares were destroyed across Maharashtra due to heavy rainfall and floods in September, which severely affected Marathwada and adjoining regions, an official has said, reported news agency PTI. The government is preparing a proposal to be sent to the Centre seeking financial assistance for the affected farmers, the official from the…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued new guidelines to prevent, diagnose, and treat postpartum haemorrhage (PPH), which causes excessive bleeding after childbirth, to millions of women across the globe. The maternal health guidelines, co-published with the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) and the International Confederation of Midwives, highlight the urgent need for…
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Tuesday condemned the attempt to throw an object at Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai, calling it an attack on the Constitution of India, reported news agency ANI. Raut claimed the incident wasn`t just about the CJI but a broader reflection of the current political climate, where…
The water levels in lakes supplying drinking water to Mumbai have risen following heavy rainfall in their catchment areas. According to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) data, the combined stock in the seven reservoirs that provide water to the city now stands at 99.04 per cent. As per the BMC on Tuesday (October 7), the collective…
