Parineeti Chopra is all set to embrace motherhood as she is expecting her first child with Raghav Chadha. The actress delighted her fans as she proudly flaunted her baby bump while announcing the relaunch of her offer channel after an 8-month break. In a goofy way, she spoke about the challenges she faced as she…
After heavy rains, landslides and cloudbursts wreaked havoc in the Marathwada region, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray demanded an assistance package of Rs 10,000 crore from the Centre, news agency PTI reported. The disaster-hit region has reported crop damage and property destruction over the past few days. The former Maharashtra Chief Minister (CM) said…
The Union government has approved the transfer of 53.174 acres of salt land in Maharashtra’s Thane district to the state government for a vital road project connecting Dahisar and Vasai Creek, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced. According to the news agency PTI, the road development is being carried out in two phases: the…
Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Jawan not only broke box office records, but also marked an important milestone in the actor’s career as she won his first National Award in 30 years. For the award ceremony, the actor reached Delhi along with Rani Mukerji and Vikrant Massey. Just like always, the actor won hearts with his gesture….
The Maharashtra government on Tuesday announced a Rs 1,339 crore assistance package for farmers whose crops were damaged due to heavy rainfall between June and August, news agency ANI reported, quoting official sources. The relief will be distributed through direct benefit transfers (DBT) directly into farmers’ bank accounts. This assistance is based on the panchnama…
US President Donald Trump on Monday claimed that the use of acetaminophen (commonly known as Tylenol) during pregnancy could be “associated with a very increased risk of autism,” a statement that contradicts decades of medical research and expert consensus supporting the safety of the drug for pregnant women, CNN reported. Speaking from the Oval Office,…
The BEST Workers’ Union has issued an ultimatum of October 31 to the management over its pending dues and demands. In a letter to the BMC chief and the BEST general manager, BEST Workers’ Union secretary Shashank Sharad Rao said that the workers who retired after August 1, 2022, are still waiting for their gratuity…
The Marathwada region of Maharashtra has not witnessed such intense rainfall in more than 50 years as it has experienced over the past few days, state Disaster Management Minister Girish Mahajan said on Tuesday. Eight persons have died and hundreds of houses and several roads have been damaged in the region since September 20, officials…
Actress Rashmika Mandanna is presently in Italy to shoot for her much-talked-about sequel “Cocktail 2,” co-starring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. Rashmika took to her official Instagram account and dropped a string of photographs from her time in Italy. The first still in the post featured the `Animal` actress sleeping with a cute headpin facing…
Veteran actor Paresh Rawal, who recently appeared in the movie Ajey: The Untold Story of a Monk, has opened up about the reasons behind the box office failures of films. In an interview with IANS, the Hera Pheri actor reflected on changing audience habits, technological advancements, and other key factors, sharing his insights on why…
Navratri isn’t just about dance and devotion—it’s also about mindful eating. Many devotees observe fasts during these nine days, but fasting doesn’t mean you have to compromise on taste or nutrition. With the right ingredients, your vrat menu can be both delicious and energy-boosting. Here are some fasting-friendly foods to add to your plate this…
As veteran actress Tanuja turned 82 on Tuesday, Jackie Shroff penned a message for her, which drew a warm response from her superstar daughter, Kajol. Jackie took to Instagram stories, where he shared a black and white photograph of the yesteryear star from her younger days and wrote: “My Respect Always. HappyBirthday Tanuja ji.” Picture…
Singer Zubeen Garg`s body was consigned to flames, amid chanting of Vedic hymns in the sylvan surroundings of Kamarkuchi on the outskirts of Assam`s Guwahati. His final journey to the cremation ground had begun from the Arjun Bhogeswar Baruah Sports Complex in Guwahati, where his body was brought after the second post-mortem examination at the…
Music legend AR Rahman has teased an upcoming collaboration with popular Japanese boy band JO1. The Oscar-winning singer-composer took his Instagram handle and shared a picture with JO1 members Mame and Shosei at his Mumbai studio. While details surrounding their projects remain under wraps, Rahman promises “cultural fusion at its finest.” …
In a shocking incident on Tuesday, a man sustained severe injuries after climbing onto the roof of an AC local train between Diva and Kopar stations. The episode occurred around 10:12 AM when the AC local (No. K/25, scheduled to arrive at Diva Station at 10:00 AM, reached Platform No. 1 with a 12-minute delay….
Several airlines, including Air India, have unveiled their flight operation plans from the Navi Mumbai airport. In its initial phase, Air India Express plans to operate 20 daily departures, amounting to 40 Air Traffic Movements (ATMs), connecting over 15 cities across India. By mid-2026, the airline aims to scale up to 55 daily departures (110…
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Monday directed swift action to resolve pressing infrastructure issues in Ranjangaon Ganpati, Karegaon, Dhokasangvi, and Hivare Gram Panchayats in Pune district. The directive comes in response to growing challenges posed by rapid population growth and increasing developmental demands in these villages. Ranjangaon Ganpati, historically a small village with…
Amid the quota tussle in Maharashtra, NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar on Tuesday said Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis should take the lead in resolving the bitterness among various communities, reported news agency PTI. Speaking to reporters in Pune, Pawar claimed an atmosphere of conflict between Marathas and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) was being deliberately created….
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has clarified that the videos circulating online showing him as Maharishi Valmiki are entirely AI-generated and tagged them as “fake.” On Tuesday morning, Akshay took to his Instagram stories, where he posted a clarification about the casting as Maharishi Valmiki in a film trailer. Akshay called out the AI trailer He…
Amid countless reports claiming Katrina Kaif is expecting her first child, the actress has confirmed her pregnancy with husband Vicky Kaushal. The rumours of the actress being pregnant had been doing the rounds for a while now. The rumours recently caught steam after a post announcing their pregnancy emerged. Although the post was fake, other…
In one of the most recent medical miracles around Mumbai, doctors in Thane have successfully treated a 13-year-old girl diagnosed with papillary thyroid carcinoma, the most common type of thyroid cancer in adolescents. It is definitely an inspiration for many who are sick or suffering from life-threatening diseases and their families, as they deal with…
Junglee Pictures, in association with Insomnia Films and Baweja Studios, recently released the teaser for their upcoming film HAQ, a gripping drama inspired by the landmark Supreme Court judgement on Mohd. Ahmed Khan v. Shah Bano Begum case. The film stars Yami Gautam Dhar and Emraan Hashmi in the lead roles and is directed by…
Ayurveda`s ancient wisdom should be blended with modern research and evidence to bring it at the forefront of global healthcare, Director of the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA)-Goa Pradeep Kumar Prajapati said on Monday.He also emphasised that the 10th Ayurveda Day is an opportunity to take Ayurveda to every individual and reaffirm its role…
A tense situation erupted in South Mumbai when a woman sub-inspector allegedly misbehaved with a group of people at a police station. The incident prompted the authorities to initiate an enquiry into the incident, an official said on Monday. A video of the incident that took place at the VP Road police station in Girgaon…
Police have registered a case against four persons for allegedly cheating an interior decorator here of Rs 97.75 lakh under the pretext of arranging a business loan through CSR funds, officials said on Tuesday, reported news agency PTI. The accused lured the 45-year-old victim, living in the Badlapur area of Maharashtra`s Thane district, by promising…
Two men have allegedly cheated a 39-year-old woman in Maharashtra`s Palghar district of her valuables of Rs 17 lakh under the guise of keeping them safe, police said on Tuesday, reported news agency PTI. The Palghar woman`s husband is currently lodged at the Taloja Jail in neighbouring Navi Mumbai in connection with a case registered…
In a major operation by Raigad police and the forest department, a criminal syndicate involved in the theft and illegal trafficking of exotic birds has been busted. The breakthrough comes after a July incident, where 12 exotic birds were stolen from a rescue facility in Karjat, Maharashtra, which were then sold in Chennai to a…
A 55-year-old man died after his scooter slipped into a pothole and he was run over by a tanker in Maharashtra`s Palghar district, police said on Tuesday, reported news agency PTI. The incident occurred around 11 am on Monday near the Regional Transport Office (RTO) in the Virar area. The victim, identified as Pratap Naik,…
The officials on Tuesday said that a portion of the window sunshade collapsed at a more than four-decade-old building in Maharashtra`s Thane city, reported news agency PTI. No one was injured in the incident reported at 11.18 pm on Monday at the three-storey Shivatirth Apartment in Naupada area, Thane disaster management cell chief Yasin Tadvi…
Farhan Akhtar`s Don 3 has been one of the most anticipated projects. However, it has faced a couple of casting setbacks after the stars were announced. Kiara Advani and Vikrant Massey had earlier quit the project. While Kiara has been replaced with Kriti Sanon, the hunt for Vikrant`s replacement is still on. If recent reports…
Former couple Arjun Kapoor and Malaika Arora recently crossed paths at the premiere of Homebound in Mumbai. The moment immediately caught everyone`s attention. The ex-couple, who have maintained distance ever since their breakup more than a year ago. They were seen greeting each other with a warm hug and a smile. Arjun Kapoor and Malaika…
The water levels in lakes supplying drinking water to Mumbai have risen following heavy rainfall in their catchment areas. According to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation`s (BMC) Mumbai rains data, the combined stock in the seven reservoirs that provide water to the city now stands at 99.51 per cent. As per the BMC`s latest Mumbai rains data…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a generally cloudy sky with light to moderate rainfall in Mumbai and its suburbs today, according to latest Mumbai weather updates. The city may also witness thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds reaching speeds of 30–40 kmph at isolated locations. A yellow alert has been issued for…
Janhvi Kapoor-starrer Homebound has made big waves at global film festivals and has now been chosen as India’s official entry to the Oscars 2026. Ahead of Homebound’s theatrical release in India on September 26 , the makers recently hosted a star-studded premiere in Mumbai on Monday evening, September 22. While several stars attended the event…
Haffizuddin and his team share a meal at their living quarters at Shri Sanatan Dharam High School & Junior College, GTB One of the artisans, Raju Dhall, shows some of their earlier work
The Maharashtra School Education Department last week reiterated its directive for all government and local body schools to install CCTV camera circuits, either under the District Annual Plan or through other funding provisions. The move comes in response to recurring reports of child abuse in both public and private schools across Mumbai. While many parents…
The state government believes pod taxis could help strengthen Mumbai’s transport to provide better last-mile connectivity, especially in the busy Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) area, where there is high footfall. On Monday, Chief Minister Devendra Fadavis chaired a review meeting on implementing this futuristic urban transport system as a modern solution for Mumbai’s mobility. The CM…
A 32-year-old businessman from Malad West, who sought a Rs 10 lakh loan through the Khatabook app to expand his business, ended up losing around Rs 32 lakh to fraudsters. The accused kept demanding multiple fees under various pretexts, and after realising he was being defrauded, the victim lodged a complaint with the North Cyber…
A report published by mid-day on Friday (September 19) sparked swift civic action after highlighting the misuse of public trees at two separate locations in the Kalyan-Dombivli region. At one location, decorative lights had been wrapped tightly around tree trunks, while at another, a local shopkeeper had hung dresses for sale on a tree, turning…
Planning a new airport from scratch has been anything but easy. The idea of building one in Navi Mumbai was first floated in 1991. Surveys, studies, and examinations followed, but it wasn’t until 2007 that the project received in-principle approvals. There were numerous challenges. The land had hilly terrain, a creek running through it, and…
