Grant Road residents are annoyed that the August Kranti Maidan is shut between 1 pm and 3 pm daily due to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s (BMC) open spaces policy. While much has changed around the garden, from where Gandhiji kicked off the Quit India Movement in 1942, residents have urged the authorities to help preserve…
Working alongside Dhanush always featured on Shalini Pandey’s wish list. Little did the actor know that with Idli Kadai, she would get more than what she wished for. The Tamil drama, which released on October 1, sees Dhanush not only as her co-star, but also as the director. “I always wanted to work with Dhanush…
The Jalindarnagar Zilla Parishad School in Khed taluka of Pune district has bagged the Community Choice Award in the prestigious World’s Best School Prizes 2025, instituted by T4 Education, a global educational organisation. The institute beat 50 short-listed schools to claim the title. mid-day had highlighted, in its June 19 edition, how the Marathi-medium primary…
In 2019, Neha Dhupia started the social media campaign, Freedom to Feed that aims to make public spaces conducive for nursing mothers. Now, the actor is extending the conversation to women’s health, particularly Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). She has announced a 21-day challenge that will focus on awareness, education, and lifestyle guidance to help women…
In the 1990s, most of us grew up on David Dhawan’s comedies. Over two decades on, entertainers in that genre have reduced in Hindi cinema, with Shashank Khaitan being one of the few filmmakers attempting it. From his debut film Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014) to his latest work, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, it’s…
A honeytrap gang allegedly run by women is active in South Mumbai, police believe, with multiple extortion cases linked to its operation. In the latest incident, a 46-year-old businessman was trapped with the promise of sexual favours and later extorted of nearly Rs 35,000. According to police, the complainant, a resident of Jalgaon, frequently travels…
Do you know what the stars hold for you in terms of love life, career, business and personal wellness today? Well, read on to know your astrological predictions as per your zodiac sign for October 3. Aries March 21 – April 20Always aiming to be an achiever; it feels odd not knowing what to do…
Ahead of the opening of the final stretch of the Metro 3 Aqua Line, SK Gupta, director (projects), Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (MMRCL), opened up to mid-day about the ambitious project. Excerpts: It has been nearly a century since Colaba had trains. The underground Metro has been a challenging project, especially the South Mumbai…
Rival Shiv Sena factions led by Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde will hold separate Dussehra rallies in Mumbai on Thursday. Both leaders are expected to criticise each other during their speeches. The tradition of Shiv Sena`s Dussehra rally began in 1966 with party founder Bal Thackeray. However, after a split in…
Vijay Kumar has officially taken charge as the new General Manager of Central Railway. He succeeded Dharam Veer Meena, who retired on September 30, 2025, officials said on Wednesday. Kumar is a senior officer from the Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME), 1988 batch. Before joining Central Railway, Vijay Kumar served as the General…
While daily commuters on Central Railway’s (CR) suburban line often express frustration over delays and overcrowding, this Wednesday morning brought a refreshing display of unity and devotion on the Dombivli-Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) slow local. On the occasion of Khande Navami — the ninth day of Navratri — regular commuters from Dombivli organised a…
Over 1300 malaria and dengue cases were reported in September alone in Mumbai, the official Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) data showed on Wednesday. According to the data, Mumbai reported 1411 cases of Malaria and 1384 cases of dengue in September. The city had reported 1553 cases of Malaria and 1159 cases of dengue in August,…
Actress Wamiqa Gabbi celebrated her 32nd birthday on Monday, and giving a sneak peek into her quiet yet blissful day, she penned a gratitude note on social media. Wamiqa was seen sitting amidst a picturesque backdrop with a huge cake in front of her, along with some colorful balloons. We could also see her making…
Actress Sameera Reddy shared a delightful moment as she tried Garba for the very first time, joining her Gujarati mother-in-law in the traditional dance. The experience captured the festive spirit and showcased a warm bonding moment between the two. Taking to her Instagram handle, Sameera posted a video where she is seen going Garba alongside…
Raveena Tandon has strongly criticised Air India over its handling of passengers travelling with pets. The actress urged the airline to take lessons from the private airline Akasa Air, which recently introduced a pet-friendly program. Notably, this comes about four months after she hailed Air India for rising back after the deadly plane crash in…
Dhirubhai Ambani International School in Mumbai has been ranked 9th globally in the 2025 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) results, as per a list released by Education Advisers UK. Dhirubhai Ambani International School is the only Indian school in the Top 10 worldwide and also has the largest number of IBDP students among the schools…
A reinfection with the SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind Covid-19 disease, doubled the risk of developing long Covid among children, according to a large study published in the journal The Lancet Infectious Diseases. The findings involving over 460,000 children and adolescents across 40 paediatric hospitals in the US found that after the first Covid infection, about…
Juhi Chawla is the only female actor to feature in the 2025 M3M Hurun India Rich List. Despite not being an active part of films, she has surpassed the likes of Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, and Kriti Sanon to emerge as the richest female actor in India. The new list mentions Juhi Chawla`s net worth…
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Wednesday held a high-level meeting for the conservation of Beed’s Kankaleshwar Temple and announced funds for its restoration, officials said. They said that he has stressed on the importance of preserving the Kankaleshwar Temple in Beed and the Bhawani Museum and Library in Aundh, Satara, calling them priceless…
Filter coffee is an emotion – one that finds its roots in south India but travels across the country and even the world over, as people enjoy the delicious concoction. Every year, International Coffee Day 2025 is observed on October to celebrate the unique beverage, and farmers around the world. While India is known for…
As part of the ongoing Navratri 2025 celebrations, the Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC) on Wednesday announced nine immersion spots across the city for Durga Visarjan 2025. The MBMC, in an official statement said that the 9 immersion points across the city have been set up for the safe and eco-friendly Durga idol visarjan scheduled for…
Considering the devastating flood situation across Maharashtra, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday announced the cancellation of the proposed 10 per cent bus fare hike by the Maharashtra State Transport Corporation (MSRTC). Speaking to the media, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said that the MSRTC traditionally increases fares by 10 per cent during the…
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has added another financial feather to his cap as he becomes a billionaire. He is the only Indian actor now to be a billionaire. As per the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025, this places him among the wealthiest entertainers globally. Interestingly, Khan`s wealth surpasses that of several international celebrities,…
Ahead of the party`s annual Dussehra rally, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday criticised the Maharashtra government, accusing it of being indifferent to the suffering of farmers affected by recent excess rainfall and crop damage. Speaking at a press conference, Uddhav Thackeray said, “The government is enjoying itself while farmers are in deep…
Mumbai Customs on Wednesday said that its officials deputed at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMI) in city seized nearly 3 kg of suspected narcotic substances. According to the officials, the Mumbai Customs Zone-III intercepted two passengers arriving from Bangkok. On checking their baggage, officers found 2.992 kg of a white powdered substance suspected…
Filmmaker Subhash Ghai has officially commented on the sexual misconduct allegations made against him. The filmmaker claimed that the accusations made against him are completely false and is an attempt to malign his reputation. He also said that his legal team is ready to take legal action against false accusations. Subhash Ghai vows to take…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday evening issued a yellow alert for Mumbai, Palghar, Thane and surrounding areas, predicting rains. In a nowcast warning, issued at 4pm by IMD Mumbai, the weather department predicted that several districts in Maharashtra were likely to receive rains in the next three hours. According to the alert, light…
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Wednesday underscored the importance of establishing a joint steering committee with Germany to strengthen collaboration in green energy, education, and cultural exchange. आज जर्मनीचे कौन्सुल जनरल श्री. क्रिस्टोफ हॅलियर यांनी माझी सदिच्छा भेट घेतली. या भेटीदरम्यान राज्यातील उद्योग व तंत्रज्ञान, शिक्षणातील नाविन्यपूर्ण उपक्रम, शाश्वत विकास व हरित ऊर्जा,…
Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan took a walk down memory lane, recalling fuss-free fashion days. The actress, who began her career in the film 25 years ago took to her social media account to share a nostalgic throwback picture from the 42nd Filmfare Awards. In the picture, she was seen seated in the front row…
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming film, titled Baiju Bawra, is one of his most anticipated films. The director has reportedly spent more than 20 years nurturing the project; however, there have not been significant updates about it. Over the years, several reports have surfaced about the film’s casting, before it was eventually put on hold so…
A dramatic incident unfolded outside the Mantralaya in Mumbai on Tuesday evening when a 70-year-old man attempted self-immolation in protest. According to news agency ANI, security personnel detained the man and subsequently handed him over to the Marine Drive police. After questioning, the police released him with a notice. According to reports, an official stated…
Tiger Shroff has cemented his place as one of the most promising action heroes of Bollywood. With films like Heropanti, Baaghi, Baaghi 2, and War, he has established himself as one of the most bankable stars of Hindi cinema. While he was critically acclaimed for his role in Baaghi 4, a new update about his…
Police have arrested two persons in connection with the theft at a house in Maharashtra`s Thane district and seized valuables of Rs 8 lakh from them, an official said on Wednesday, reported news agency PTI. The theft took place at the house in Shil-Daigarh area on September 24. After a probe and analysis of CCTV…
Mumbai Police have put in place elaborate security arrangements ahead of the Dussehra, Vijayadashami, and Navratri celebrations on Thursday, October 2. Mumbai is expected to witness large gatherings, cultural programmes, and grand immersion processions of goddess idols as part of the annual festivities. The security arrangements have been planned under the supervision of the Joint…
Motor pumps and cables valued at Rs 27 lakh have allegedly been stolen from a company`s warehouse in Maharashtra`s Palghar district, prompting police to register a case against a security guard, officials said on Wednesday, reported news agency PTI. The theft took place between the evening of September 25 and the morning of September 26…
Mumbai, the financial capital of the country, topped the list of metropolitan cities in economic offences with 6,476 such cases registered in 2023, as per the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data. However, as compared to the number of economic offences Mumbai reported in 2022, it saw a dip in such cases in 2023. While…
Ahead of the inauguration of the Navi Mumbai International Airport on 8 October, industrialist Gautam Adani met with a diverse group of employees who played a key role in bringing the project to fruition. The gathering included differently-abled colleagues, construction workers, women staff, engineers, artisans, firefighters, and security personnel. Gautam Adani reviewed the project site…
After it was reported that Deepika Padukone walked out of Sandeep Reddy Vanga`s film for demanding an 8-hour work shift, there has been a debate on the topic. Now, actress Rani Mukerji has also weighed in on the 8-hour shift demand while reflecting on her own journey of balancing work and motherhood. Deepika`s exit from…
Days after the violent protest in Ladakh broke out, the Shiv Sena (UBT) lashed out at the BJP-led government. While criticising the arrest of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA), Shiv Sena (UBT), while slamming the BJP, called it an “act of cowardice”. In a strongly-worded editorial in the party mouthpiece…
The LT Marg Police have arrested a 24-year-old man from Rajasthan in connection with a temple theft in South Mumbai’s Mangaldas Market area. The accused, who has been arrested, allegedly stole silver and other religious ornaments from a temple in the Mangaldas Market area. It has been reported that the accused tried to steal 3…
