A Level-1 fire broke out at the Perfect Paper Corn Company in the Charkop area of Mumbai’s Kandivali West on Tuesday afternoon, officials said. The incident was reported to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s (BMC’s) Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) at 2.37 pm. The fire, confined to electric wiring, installations, and paints, affected an area of approximately…
Former Bollywood actress Zaira Wasim, best known for her role in Aamir Khan`s Dangal, has criticised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar following a video of him from a government event in Patna went viral on the internet. In the clip, he is seen pulling down a woman doctor’s niqab while presenting her with a certificate,…
Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma and her cricketer husband Virat Kohli were recently seen arriving in Delhi. It was speculated that Kohli might meet football legend Lionel Messi during his India visit; however, he chose a quieter, spiritual visit to Vrindavan with his wife. The couple is known to be ardent followers of Premanand Maharaj and…
Randeep Hooda, Vikrant Massey and Tamannaah Bhatia join Shahid Kapoor, Triptii Dimri, and Nana Patekar in O Romeo directed by Vishal Bharadwaj. Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under the esteemed banner of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, O Romeo is set to release on 13th February 2026, targeting the Valentine`s Day release. More about O Romeo Helmed by…
With the State Election Commission (SEC) preparing for civic elections across Maharashtra, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) has come into force. The MCC is a set of guidelines designed to ensure free, fair and impartial elections by imposing restrictions on governments, political parties and candidates once the election…
Mumbai is gearing up for its biggest civic battle. With 227 seats up for grabs, millions of voters, and strict spending limits for candidates, the stakes have never been higher. From ward-wise distribution to key voter statistics, understanding the numbers behind the polls gives a clearer picture of what’s at play in Asia’s richest civic…
The makers of Anurag Singh`s directorial Border 2 have dropped the teaser of the much-anticipated Hindi war drama. On the occasion of Vijay Diwas on Tuesday, the makers of Border 2 unveiled the teaser of the patriotic war drama, offering a glimpse into a tribute to India’s bravery and sacrifice. This the second part of…
Joining in the line of tributes, honouring WWE icon John Cena, actor Randeep Hooda has penned a heartwarming note for the legend. Taking to his social media handles, Randeep shared a post to honour Cena as he wrote, “Working with JohnCena showed me the man behind the icon, disciplined, grounded, and generous at heart. From…
A lot is said and discussed about film personalities on the internet. While celebrities often ignore what is being said about them, occasionally they decide to respond. Bollywood actress Rakul Preet Singh has now responded to a post by a person who identifies himself as a plastic and cosmetic surgeon. The man alleged that Singh…
Actress Shefali Shah, along with her producer husband Vipul Shah and their sons, is currently soaking in the beauty of Norway as the family delights in the breathtaking Northern Lights. The actress took to her social media account in sharing a few beautiful pictures straight from her thrilling experience. Describing her excitement, Shefali wrote,…
NCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), claiming that recent statements made by leaders within the Mahayuti alliance during the municipal council elections have exposed growing internal discord. Pawar said the remarks indicated that political decisions were being driven by narrow self-interest, adding that the…
Actor Sohail Khan, on Monday, shared a playful birthday wish for his son, Nirvan. In a humorous twist, he credited himself for Nirvan being blessed with “beautiful grandparents,” showcasing his lighthearted side. Taking to his Instagram, Sohail Khan shared a heartwarming image of his son Nirvan posing with his grandparents, Salim Khan and Sushila Charak….
A Thane court has acquitted nine persons booked under the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) in a 2016 dacoity case, noting their identification was unreliable and the prosecution failed to prove the charges against them, reported news agency PTI. The mandatory requirement of the offence of organised crime as defined in Section…
Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor has penned a note for the blockbuster film Dhurandhar and said it’s “truly terrible” of filmmaker Aditya Dhar to make people wait for “part 2”. Shraddha took to Instagram stories and requested Aditya to prepone the release of the sequel of Dhurandhar. Picture Courtesy/Shraddha Kapoor`s Instagram account She first wrote: “Truly…
Bollywood’s chocolate boy Kartik Aaryan treated his taste buds as he savoured heart-shaped jalebi and fafda during his Ahmedabad visit. Kartik took to Instagram, where he shared a video of him breaking the love-shaped jalebi and then savouring it. He also shared pictures posing with it and a glimpse of his plate full of fafda….
Veteran actor Anupam Kher has taken to his social media account to celebrate his 50 glorious years in the city of dreams, Mumbai. The actor mentioned how he was reminded of this special milestone by a very dear friend of his. “MY GOLDEN JUBILEE IN MUMBAI”, wrote Anupam. “My friend and classmate SuhasKhandke from…
A vehicle overturned on the Ghodbunder Road in Thane near Gaimukh Chowpatty on Tuesday, officials said. Despite the incident, traffic movement has not been severely affected, with two lanes remaining operational alongside the overturned vehicle. Authorities said vehicular flow in the area is moving smoothly and no major congestion has been reported. “At Gaimukh Chowpatty…
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar on Monday reacted to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis`s remarks on seat-sharing in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, saying any stand taken by the Chief Minister would have been made after due consideration and would be final for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), reported news agency…
The Shiv Sena (UBT) and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) on Monday questioned the logic behind holding elections to 29 civic bodies without correcting “irregularities” in the voters` roll, reported news agency PTI. Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray said the final rolls have not been released yet. “If there are mistakes in the final rolls,…
Reacting to controversial slogans raised against Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a Congress rally, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Monday urged political parties to maintain dignity and decorum, saying such remarks go against Indian culture and democratic values, reported news agency ANI. “The late Yashwantrao Chavan taught us the value of respect. In…
The State Election Commission (SEC) has announced elections for 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), on January 15, 2026. Polling will be held from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, and counting of votes will take place on January 16, 2026. The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) came into force on…
The city and its suburbs will experience mainly clear skies on Tuesday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting maximum and minimum temperatures of around 34 degrees Celsius and 18 degrees Celsius, respectively. However, air quality remains a concern. According to the Sameer app, the city’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) is 109, falling under…
Finally the taste of success Ranveer Singh in ‘Dhurandhar’ Actor Ranveer Singh marked the success of Dhurandhar with a reflective note on Instagram, sharing, “Kismat ki ek bohot khoobsurat aadat hai, ki woh waqt aane par badalti hai. Lekin filhal, nazar aur sabr.” Fans noted how Ranveer gave a nudge to Akshaye Khanna’s character by…
On his trip to Vietnam for a film festival in collaboration with the Indian government, writer and director Rahhat Shah Kazmi fell in love with the country; an idea to base his next film there slowly took root. It was festival organiser Captain Rahul Bali — now one of his co-producers — who lent him…
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The debate over the relocation of the high-frequency radars has intensified. Days after the BJP-led Maharashtra government announced plans to shift radars from Juhu and Dahisar to other locations, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray urged Mumbai citizens not to trust the government. Aaditya stated that for long, he and his party had been demanding…
After years of delays and growing pollution concerns, the long-awaited Indrayani river rejuvenation project is finally set to take off. The Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) has floated Rs 674 cr tenders to construct Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) along the river. The 105-km-long Indrayani, originating near Kurwande village in Maval and joining the Bhima…
As the Model Code of Conduct for the municipal elections came into force, there was a last-minute rush of inaugurations and announcements. On Monday, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis had three major functions (statue inauguration) for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Kondhwa (Pune), Punyashlok Rajmata Ahilyadevi Holkar in Sangli, and Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in Kolhapur. Speaking at…
Bumpy rides along the two main arterial roads that connect South Mumbai to North Mumbai — till Bhandup in the East, and Dahisar in the West — could soon be a thing of the past. After facing flak throughout the monsoon season for pothole-riddled roads along the Eastern and Western Express Highway, the Brihanmumbai Municipal…
Mumbai has seen a 95 per cent decrease in the number of ‘severe’ Air Quality Index (AQI) days in the past four years, from 40 in 2022 to only one in 2025, according to information from Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). In contrast, the city has seen a 21 per cent increase in ‘good’ and ‘satisfactory’…
The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) will issue a notice to the ready-mix concrete (RMC) plant blamed for causing dust and air pollution near a residential area in Kurla. A senior MPCB officer told mid-day that officials inspected the site, found pollution violations, and sent a proposal for action to higher authorities. The official said,…
The Matunga Z Bridge, a crucial pedestrian link between the Central and Western Railway stations, has become the latest casualty of bureaucratic buck-passing. While commuters dodge trash daily, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Indian Railways continue to point fingers at each other over who is responsible for keeping the bridge clean. Despite being rebuilt…
Just five hours before his flight, a German tourist lost his passport bag in a cab at Vakola late Sunday night. He rushed to Vakola police, who traced the cab within an hour and recovered the documents from Andheri, allowing him to fly back to Germany on Monday morning. Ryan’s recovered passport The traveller, Ryan…
After a delay of almost three years, exactly 34 months, elections to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will finally be held on January 15, 2026, with counting on January 16. The previous five-year term ended in February 2022. Along with Mumbai, municipal elections will also be held the same day in Thane, Navi Mumbai, Mira…
When Saali Mohabbat was shaping up, Tisca Chopra wanted to act in the film as well as direct it. Producer Manish Malhotra, however, urged her to choose only one role. After she committed to directing, she understood why he had advised so. Tisca Chopra “Directing is a mother-of-God hard job. It just never ends,” laughs…
Uncertainty may loom over the fate of No Entry Mein Entry, the sequel to Anees Bazmee’s No Entry (2005), but the director is going back to another old and cherished collaboration. He is set to reunite with Akshay Kumar 15 years after their last outing, Thank You (2011), for his next. While rumours of their…
Early bird perks A Painted Stork fishes in the shallow waters of the Bhandup Pumping Station wetlands Bus routes and Bombay gupshup Heta Pandit, Kiran Rao, Paul Fernandes, and Rahul Mehrotra; (right) Fernandes signs a copy on a tabletop of his illustrations In a city that often gets a bad name for showing up fashionably…
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 December 16. Aries March 21 – April 20Self-employed Ariens have loads of work coming in, keeping you too busy. A legality…
A bike taxi rider was arrested in Kalyan area of Thane district in Maharashtra for allegedly molesting a 26-year-old woman passenger and stealing Rs 1,000 from her, police said on Monday. The 19-year-old accused, a Class VII dropout, was arrested on Sunday in connection with the incident that took place on Saturday, said an official….
Polling for elections to 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), will be held on January 15, with the results scheduled to be declared the next day, the State Election Commission (SEC) said on Monday. According to the election schedule, nominations can be filed from December 23 to 30, while scrutiny…
