The long-awaited burn care ward at KEM Hospital was inaugurated on Saturday. The medically advanced ward will bring much-needed relief as the city will no longer have to rely on the National Burns Hospital in Airoli to treat burn victims. The ward has nine regular beds and three ICU beds, along with a separate bathing…
More than a decade after Peepli Live (2010), filmmaker Anusha Rizvi came out with her family dramedy The Great Shamsuddin Family. While it took her eight years to tell the story of the dysfunctional Shamsuddin family, she has been dabbling in multiple projects, including a large-scale documentary on the late Punjabi singer, rapper, and songwriter…
In a major relief for residents of Juhu (DN Nagar) and Dahisar, the Maharashtra government has decided to relocate the high-power radar stations in these areas. For years, these radars have blocked redevelopment and new construction, but the move is expected to remove long-standing hurdles and allow old, dilapidated buildings to be redeveloped. On December…
Of all the pretty horses A couple makes sure to take a selfie to document their horse ride at Dadar Chowpatty. Of Kasavu meeting Louboutin Her installation, Sathya, at the Paris exhibit Mumbai-based conceptual artist Lakshmi Madhavan is taking her textile practice based on the kasavu handloom heritage to new international heights, with her signature…
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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has directed the implementation of a ‘Cluster Model’ for the redevelopment of slums in the Malwani area in Mumbai, an official statement said on Saturday. He stated that surveys of slums in Ambujwadi, Dadasaheb Gaikwad Nagar, and Rajiv Gandhi Nagar should be completed as soon as possible, it said. State…
Central Railway organised the Matheran Station Mahotsav on Saturday as part of the celebrations for completing 118 years of train services. “The event celebrated the 118-year legacy of the Matheran Light Railway,” said an official statement. A grand exhibition was held at Matheran station, featuring both physical and digital displays, providing visitors with insights into…
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis will lay the foundation stone for a new exotic bird park in Mumbai`s Mulund area on Sunday at 5.30 pm, civic officials said. The chief minister will lay the foundation stone virtually, they said. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will develop a modern, international-standard Exotic Bird Park at Nahur in Mulund…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Saturday conducted a computerised online lottery for 426 housing units under the Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR) 2034. The draw was held at the BMC headquarters, an official statement said. During the lottery process, 373 applicants were declared successful, while 362 applicants were placed on the waiting list,…
The newly renovated Burn Care Centre at Raja Edward Memorial (KEM) Hospital in central Mumbai`s Parel area was inaugurated on Saturday, officials said. The upgraded centre now provides advanced treatment facilities for burn patients, including men, women and children, they said. The centre has the capacity to treat 150-170 patients annually and is equipped with…
A labourer was killed and another seriously injured when an old staircase collapsed during demolition work at Atgaon railway station on the Central Railway line in Thane district of Maharashtra, officials said. The incident took place on Friday, they said. The staircase gave way suddenly while workers were dismantling it, leading to the tragic incident….
Weeks after a new air-conditioned train was introduced from the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai for Central Railway, another AC train has now been dispatched for Western Railway. A Western Railway official said, “One new underslung Medha air-conditioned rake has been dispatched from the Integral Coach Factory in Chennai for Western Railway and is…
Director Prahlad Kakkar has shared his opinion on music composer Vishal Dadlani’s sarcastic remark on the discussion about Vande Mataram in the Parliament. Earlier, Vishal had criticised the discourse in the Parliament. Without naming individuals, he used irony to question why symbolic nationalism often dominates legislative attention while pressing issues like unemployment, inflation, education, and healthcare…
Two nearly 11-foot-long Indian Rock Pythons were rescued from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay in Powai on Saturday morning. The snakes were spotted outside the H14 boys’ hostel, causing concern among students and staff, officials said. Soon after the sighting, the students and institute staff informed Plants & Animals Welfare Society (PAWS) Mumbai….
Tara Sutaria and Veer Pahariya are the newest couple on the block. Although the two have neither denied nor confirmed their alleged relationship, their PDA has left fans in awe. Now, the Sky Force actor has finally opened up about their first date and shared how he played the piano for his ladylove. Tara also…
Actor-turned-politician Raj Babbar remembered his late wife Smita Patil on her death anniversary on Saturday. He claimed that her goodness made Smita both a great actor and an incredible human being. Babbar added that her empathy was palpable on the screen, giving her the ability to convert even simple stories into a tale of justice….
Music composer Amaal Mallik grabbed the limelight for his stint in Bigg Boss 19. The singer, known to wear his heart on his sleeve, found himself in hot waters after he exposed Sachet and Parampara for allegedly using his tune for Bekhayali from Kabir Singh. The singers shared a video reacting to the claims and…
Maharashtra government has announced a step towards making Mumbai slum-free, with plans to implement cluster redevelopment projects on land parcels measuring 50 acres or more. The announcement was made by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in the Legislative Council on Friday. Under the new plan, 17 large slum redevelopment projects have been selected in the…
Ricky Kej has raised an alarm on social media after alleging theft by a food delivery executive at his Bengaluru residence. Sharing CCTV footage and vehicle details online, the Grammy-winning musician claimed the individual trespassed into his home and stole a sump cover. Kej tagged the delivery platform and police, seeking help in identifying the…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Saturday announced `Swachhta Manthan`, a large-scale, almost a year-long, cleanliness competition that will held from January to December 2026 across the city. The initiative aims to make Mumbai cleaner and more beautiful by encouraging active participation from citizens, housing societies, institutions and private establishments, an official statement said. The…
Dhurandhar continues to showcase its exceptional run at the box office even in its second week. Ever since its release, the film has shattered several records. Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, and the team have registered a bumper Friday and achieved this rare feat. The film earned over Rs 34 crores on Day 8…
Bollywood couple Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal spoke in favour of social media ban for kids in India, following the footsteps of Australia. During a panel discussion, which took place in MET (Mumbai Education Trust) College, Mumbai, Sonakshi and Zaheer were asked to comment on Australia`s social media ban for people aged under 16. Reacting…
A minor garbage fire broke out in an open plot belonging to Mafatlal Company at Atkoneshwar Nagar in Kalwa East, Thane, on Saturday morning. The incident was reported to the Thane Municipal Corporation’s Disaster Management Cell at around 11:38 am Fire brigade personnel and disaster management staff rushed to the spot with a rescue vehicle…
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has arrived in Kolkata ahead of his much-awaited meet with football legend Lionel Messi on Saturday. In visuals going viral from Kolkata airport, SRK was seen making a late-night entry, accompanied by his younger son, AbRam. For the GOAT India Tour, Messi unveiled his 70 mm statue at Salt Lake….
Actress Nushrratt Bharuccha, who is known to always speak her mind, shared her views on ambition and being labeled as an “opportunist.” Addressing an event, Nushrratt accepted the label head on; however, she reframed its meaning with honesty and maturity. The Dream Girl actress was heard saying, “I’m an opportunist too. If I get an offer…
Clear skies expected across city and suburbs on Saturday, with maximum temperatures around 34 degrees Celsius and minimum 17 degrees Celsius, says the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Air quality remains moderate, with the SAMEER app reporting an AQI of 115. Sensitive groups, including those with respiratory or heart conditions, may experience breathing discomfort. Residents are…
As one of the most iconic movies in Indian cinema, Shaan completed 45 years of release on Friday. Actor Dalip Tahil commemorated the milestone by sharing a fun anecdote from the Ramesh Sippy directorial. Tahil revealed that the famous shaving scene from Shaan, where he is confronted by Amitabh Bachchan, was his first ever shot…
Mumbai residents and commuters are advised to plan ahead this weekend as major traffic, water supply, and train service disruptions are expected across the city and neighbouring Thane. Traffic advisory: Lionel Messi GOAT India Tour 2025 – December 14 The Mumbai Police have issued a detailed advisory ahead of Lionel Messi’s GOAT India Tour event…
The upcoming episode of Indian Idol season 16 promises to be a nostalgic celebration for music lovers as two of India’s most iconic voices, Udit Narayan and Kavita Krishnamurthy. As they graced the stage, Udit was seen sharing a fun story and a few heartwarming memories from the recording of the chartbuster song Koi Mil…
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Saturday highlighted the growing menace of child abductions and missing children in the state, urging Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to take urgent and concrete action. In a post on X, Thackeray said the number of children being abducted or going missing in Maharashtra has risen by nearly…
In a major capacity-augmentation move, Western Railway has drawn up plans worth Rs 70 crore to expand Dadar station into a bigger midtown terminus, creating space for more express trains and easing pressure on Mumbai Central. The proposal includes new lines, extended platforms, yard rearrangement, and significant overhead equipment (OHE) and signalling upgrades, marking the…
Shiv Sena (UBT) is trying to corner other Shiv Sena factions over creation of Vidarbha state. Recently, a senior BJP leader had reiterated that the party would continue to stand by its promise of securing statehood, a stand that the undivided Shiv Sena had vehemently opposed. Taking a cue from the BJP leader’s statement, Sena…
A male adult leopard that had been roaming inside the highly sensitive Pune Airport premises for nearly eight months was tranquilised and captured on Thursday. The rescue involved a 30-member joint team from the Pune Forest Department, RESQ Charitable Trust, the Indian Air Force, and Pune Airport Authorities. The leopard’s presence was first confirmed on…
Dhurandhar has been receiving a strong response from the film industry ever since its release. Among many reviews, Hrithik Roshan’s opinion grabbed attention. While he disagreed with the film’s politics in his Instagram review, on X he praised the film’s brilliance. The contrasting views grabbed everyone’s attention. Now, director Aditya Dhar has responded to him…
A late-night copper wire theft in South Mumbai escalated into a violent confrontation after three men allegedly threatened a watchman with knives when he attempted to stop them, police said on Thursday. The accused were arrested from the Wadi Bunder-Dongri belt, while police suspect the involvement of others and have launched a search for the…
Hours after Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde informed the legislature about a new framework for the redevelopment of buildings operating under the pagadi system, part of a slab collapsed on the second floor of Kotak Bhavan, a dilapidated pagadi building in Masjid Bunder, killing one and severely injuring two, on Thursday night. While the Maharashtra…
A routine night trail near Kumbhargaon-Bhigwan in Pune district turned into an exceptional discovery for three Mumbai birders, who stumbled upon a rarely documented Sykes’s Nightjar — a species known for its elusive behaviour and low detectability in Maharashtra. Wildlife photographer Karan Solanki, along with birders Shantanu Majumdar and Siddharth Jain, was scanning a rocky…
A 2.5-foot marsh crocodile was rescued from a Kurla pond on December 12, nearly 25 days after forest officials first began efforts to track and capture it. The rescue comes just days after mid-day reported increasing concerns over unusual wildlife sightings in the locality. Thane forest officials, along with NGO (Spreading Awareness on Reptiles and…
Residents of Motilal Nagar in Goregaon West are living in fear after a stray dog allegedly bit multiple people over the past few days. Locals say the brown dog attacks without barking or giving any warning, often jumping on people and biting them on the face, chest, back or shoulder. The BMC has begun efforts…
Mumbai’s policing map is set for its biggest overhaul in years, with the state government approving four new police stations, two new zones and more than 1400 posts to fix uneven workloads and cut response times across the city. What has the government approved? >> Four new police stations in Mumbai>> Approval for recurring and…
