Maharashtra’s Public Health Minister, while speaking at the winter assembly session, cited government records, saying that seven districts of Maharashtra recorded 14,526 child deaths over the past three years. Shiv Sena leader Abitkar further shared the data in a written reply to a question raised by BJP legislator Sneha Dubey. According to Minister Prakashrao Abitkar,…
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said Maharashtra is on the brink of becoming “Naxalism-free,” crediting the state’s progress to sustained police action and development-focused policies. Speaking at a review meeting of the state-level committee formed under the National Plan and Action Framework, Fadnavis noted that the Central government has set a nationwide target…
Praises have been pouring in for Aditya Dhar`s Dhurandhar from all quarters. The film, which has been having a dream run at the box office by crossing over Rs 200 crore in its first week, has now been lauded by actor Allu Arjun. The South superstar took to social media and praised the entire team…
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday said that the Mahayuti alliance will contest the upcoming elections together at both local and state levels, highlighting that the government`s development work over the past three-and-a-half years will be the foundation of their campaign, reported news agency ANI. “We will contest as Mahayuti at both the…
In a world where relationships often crumble under pressure, Shefali Shah and her husband, filmmaker Vipul Amrutlal Shah, stand as a reminder of love that endures. Exactly 25 years ago, the two exchanged vows and set out on a journey of companionship. Marking their milestone anniversary, Shefali has flown to her childhood dream destination, Finland,…
Veteran Bollywood actress Kimi Katkar, one of the industry`s most popular faces of the 90s and early 90s, made a rare appearance on social media today. Dil Dhadakne Do actress Divya Seth Shah took to her social media account to share affectionate photographs featuring the yesteryear star. In the first picture shared by Divya…
Actor Tanuj Virwani recently took to social media to share rare and unseen photos of his mother, Rati Agnihotri from her early days as a young mom Posting the heartfelt throwbacks on her birthday, he offered a nostalgic glimpse into the actress’s personal life and celebrated her journey with warmth and affection. For the caption,…
Maharashtra BJP President Ravindra Chavan on Friday firmly rejected allegations that the party was coercing leaders from alliance partners or the Opposition to switch sides, asserting that the BJP has always adhered to “coalition dharma” within the ruling Mahayuti, reported news agency IANS. He stressed the accommodative nature of the alliance under Chief Minister Devendra…
Salman Khan and Hollywood icon Johnny Depp enthralled viewers at the Red Sea International Film Festival. Viral photographs of their warm encounters and polite interactions soon circulated on social media, creating excitement among followers across the world. The sight of these two renowned performers together prompted a surge of appreciation and buzz, with many hailing…
Well known actress Nandita Das on Thursday shared that she had watched her critically acclaimed film Fire, which triggered a major controversy at the time of its release for its sensitive content, after almost 25 years and thanked the film`s director Deepa Mehta for having cast her in the film without even auditioning her. Taking…
Actress Priyanka Chopra, on Thursday, gave a quick peek into her travel routine as she shared a candid moment from her long-haul flight. The global star offered a simple yet essential skincare tip, emphasising that the only way to keep skin healthy during long journeys is to stay hydrated in every possible way. Taking to…
Actress Riyaa Senn had a fan-girl moment as she met Mambo No. 5 hitmaker Lou Bega, a memory she says felt “nothing short of magical”. Riyaa took to Instagram to share a picture with Lou Bega. In the image, the actress stands beside the Sweet Like Cola hitmaker, with both striking a pose for the…
Just as Bigg Boss 19 wrapped up, Amaal Mallik became entangled in a scandal as the musician duo Sachet-Parampara produced a lengthy video accusing the composer of making “false and baseless” accusations about the origin of the Bekhayali song from Sandeep Reddy Vanga`s Kabir Singh. Now, Amaal Mallik appears to have responded to the dispute….
Bollywood actress Chitrangda Singh is often hailed as one of the finest talents in the industry. The actress, who is all set for the release of her upcoming movie Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, in a conversation with IANS, spoke about how veteran actress Deepti Naval had come to her rescue while she was…
Music plays a pivotal role in film, and in recent times, Dhurandhar has proved it. From using Arabic music to collaborating with international artists and recreating old classics with a modern flair, the film has all kinds of music ruling our playlists. While the music is gaining popularity, Daiaphi Lamare, popularly known as Reble, has…
Vicky Kaushal has become the latest actor to laud Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna`s Dhurandhar. Applauding director Aditya Dhar for pulling off such a movie with utmost conviction, Vicky wrote on the Stories section of his Instagram handle, “adityadharfilms you beauty! What a mammoth task it must be for you and your team to pull…
Nearly two years after it was first passed, Maharashtra is finally poised to implement its new Lokayukta Act, following the State Legislature’s approval of key amendments recommended by the Central Government. The development marks a significant step toward bolstering transparency and accountability in public administration and comes amid persistent demands from veteran social activist Anna…
A male adult leopard intermittently sighted within the Pune Airport premises since April 2025 was successfully darted and captured on 11 December, following a meticulously coordinated operation led by the Pune Forest Department, with support from RESQ Charitable Trust, the Indian Air Force, and Pune Airport Authorities. The leopard was first confirmed on 28 April…
Mumbai is expected to experience mainly clear skies across the city and suburbs on Friday. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the maximum temperature is likely to hover around 33 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may drop to 15 degrees Celsius. In Colaba, the minimum temperature was recorded at 20.6 degrees Celsius, with relative…
Residents across Thane will face a 50 per cent water cut for the next four days after a major malfunction was reported in a key water pipeline that supplies the city. The 1000 mm diameter pipeline, which carries water from the Pise Dam to the Temghar Water Treatment Plant, developed a fresh fault near Kalyan…
For the past four to five days, Navi Mumbai residents attempting to reach the police through the three control room numbers displayed on Google have found all of them non-functional, raising serious concern over emergency access in the city. Calls to the listed numbers — 022-27574928, 022-27574947, and 022-27574948 — resulted in either an audio…
Kannamwar Nagar in the central suburbs’ Vikhroli area has been undergoing redevelopment for the past few years. The locality, considered as one of the biggest housing colonies in Asia, is grappling with a complex web of civic problems that residents say authorities have failed to address for years. Locals also mentioned that despite repeated complaints…
An educational institution that provides learning and behavioural support to children with intellectual and developmental disabilities alerted the police after a 17-year-old student shared disturbing details during a counselling session. The abuse that the teen spoke about is alleged to have taken place at the family’s South Mumbai residence, officials said. The centre’s psychologist had…
Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar is receiving adulation from all corners for its storytelling and power-packed performances, with each character leaving an indelible mark. While Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna stole the show, another character that stood out is Saumya Tandon, who plays Ulfat, the wife of Rehman Dakait. Despite limited screen time, her role received unprecedented…
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) tightened its focus on suspected funding channels linked to the alleged ISIS-inspired ‘Al Sham’ zone created in Borivli-Padgha belt near Bhiwandi. Acting on intelligence from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and Mumbai Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), the agency on Thursday carried out nearly 40 coordinated searches across Maharashtra, Delhi, Kolkata, Uttar Pradesh,…
More than three months after the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) banned third-party agencies from collecting waste from bulk waste generators, organic waste from hotels, schools and housing societies in Matunga and Sion will now be used to power the biomethanation plant at Sion Hospital. Sion Hospital was among five hospitals chosen in 2023 for a…
Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC on Thursday defended the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list, asserting that it is a “regular, constitutionally-approved process” conducted periodically by the Election Commission across the country and accusing the Opposition of “creating needless fear for political mileage,” reported news agency ANI. “The Special Intensive Revision of the…
Last week, a ball python (a non-venomous constrictor snake) was rescued from a Mumbai building by Police Constable Sachin More, a wildlife enthusiast. On December 4, More, from the LA-1 Naigaon police station, received a call from a Mahim resident about a snake outside their sixth-floor flat. “It wasn’t a native species but an exotic…
Aarey police have arrested a 38-year-old man, Ishrat Khan, for allegedly flashing, masturbating and making obscene gestures at women in the Royal Palms and Aarey Colony area. Police said the accused, an egg supplier, regularly visited hotels and shops in the locality to deliver eggs. During these rounds, he allegedly targeted women, exposing himself and…
The Santacruz police have prevented a businessman from losing R3 crore after two individuals allegedly hacked his mobile phone, sold shares, and purchased penny stocks worth Rs 1.5 crore. During the investigation, the police sought assistance from the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). The complainant, Raju Devani, 57, a resident of…
Winging it as a babysitter An egret seems to stand guard as a buffalo calf catches a few winks at a shed in Aarey Colony, Goregaon Chilean vibes on Dharavi’s street canvas Children work on the mural (right) kids pose with Cindy Sandoval (centre, in grey tshirt) in front of the completed mural The children…
Over the past 15 days, the Mumbai Police have recovered over 5000 mobile phones owned by Mumbaikars that were stolen or had gone missing but were reactivated with new SIM cards. Most of these devices were traced to Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and other northern states, pointing to a well-organised interstate syndicate dealing in stolen phones….
Love acting, but… Superstar Aamir Khan recently said that though he enjoys acting the most, it is not possible to be a part of every film that comes his way, and that’s why he takes on the role of a producer on such projects. Aamir recently attended an event in New Delhi, where he was…
With December comes the season of annual day rehearsals in schools across Mumbai. But in a bold departure from tradition, Lion MP Bhuta School in Sion has replaced the usual dance and drama programmes with something far more practical, an event that teaches its students real-world skills. Located inside a Jain housing society, the school…
Danish Pandor’s first meeting itself with filmmaker Aditya Dhar marked the beginning of his prep to become Uzair Baloch in Dhurandhar. Grateful to find a place in the Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal-starrer, the actor knew he would have to be armed with intense prep to play the real-life…
With Saali Mohabbat that premières today, Radhika Apte returns with yet another unconventional story. That is what the actor has continuously sought with her projects — be it the all-women drama, Parched (2015), or the black comedy, Monica O My Darling (2022). “Creatively, we need to be more fearless. There’s this stupid notion floating around…
Now you see her, now you don’t. That sums up the quick trip Shabana Azmi made from London to Mumbai on December 10, to honour the commitment she had made to her alma mater, Queen Mary School, in Grant Road. The senior actor had promised the school authorities that she would perform her play, Broken…
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 12. Aries March 21 – April 20A business meeting is super successful. Further negotiations work to your advantage. Don’t give…
One person died and two others were injured after a portion of a balcony collapsed near Masjid railway station in Mumbai on Thursday night, civic officials said. The incident took place at Kotak Bhavan building at Narsee Natha Street in south Mumbai. According to the civic body, the Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) received information regarding…
In view of increased passenger demand, the Central Railway has announced two special train services between Mumbai and Howrah. According to the railways, Train No 02870 (Howrah–CSMT Special) will depart from Howrah at 1.55 pm on Thursday and reach Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) at 11.45 pm the following day. The return service, Train No…
