One of the most adored sibling duos in Bollywood, Sara and Ibrahim Ali Khan walked the ramp together for the first time in matching outfits. However, what made the experience extremely special for Sara was that as they were on the ramp, Ibrahim told her “sister i love you”. The `Kedarnath` actress took to her…
Rashmika Mandanna left everyone in awe with her moves in the “Tum Mere Na Huye, Na Sahi”, the first track from her forthcoming drama, “Thamma”. Now, sharing the story behind shooting the dance number, Rashmika said that the location of the track was chosen spontaneously, and the shoot for the “Tum Mere Na Huye, Na…
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP SP) leader Supriya Sule on Monday claimed that the suspension of several welfare schemes in Maharashtra is a sign of the state’s deteriorating financial condition. In a post on X, Sule wrote, “During the tenure of then Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, the state government had started distributing the Anandacha Shidha…
Mary E Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for their discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance. Peripheral immune tolerance is one way the body helps keep the immune system from getting out of whack and attacking your own tissues instead of foreign invaders. The award is the first…
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) on October 8, marking a significant milestone in India’s aviation landscape. In anticipation of the high-profile visit, authorities have launched an intensive beautification and security drive across Ulwe and the surrounding areas. Beautification and last-minute works in full swing In…
The southwest monsoon is likely to begin withdrawal from Maharashtra`s Vidarbha region around October 10, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted on Monday, reported the PTI. The weather department on Monday issued a yellow alert for parts of Vidarbha, forecasting light to moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning for the next few days. A…
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Monday carried out a surprise inspection at the Sub-Registrar’s Office in Nagpur following multiple complaints of officials allegedly demanding bribes from citizens. Despite a fully digitised registration system, reports suggested that some officials were still engaging in corrupt practices and extorting money. During the inspection, Minister Bawankule reportedly discovered…
Filmmaker Farah Khan has enjoyed a strong success rate as a director. One of her films, the comedy Tees Maar Khan starring Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif, was released in 2010. While the film did not receive critical or commercial appreciation at the time, it has since found a second life as a pop culture…
Actor Bobby Deol has completed 30 years in the film industry. He made his acting debut in the year 1995 with the film Barsaat alongside Twinkle Khanna. In his three decades, he has seen the ups and downs of his career and is now enjoying a successful phase. On Monday, Bobby took to his Instagram account…
Shahid Kapoor-starrer Kabir Singh was released in 2019, but discussions around the film continue. The film, which was a blockbuster at the box office, was directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and was the Hindi remake of his Telugu film Arjun Reddy. While the film was successful commercially, it drew criticism from a section of the…
Choreographer Terence Lewis has opened up about his decision to remain single and revealed why marriage is not on the cards for him. Known for his candid nature, Lewis addressed ongoing curiosity around his personal life, making it clear that he`s content and happy without walking down the aisle. In an exclusive interview with IANS,…
A day after Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray held a meeting with his cousin MNS head Raj Thackeray, MP Sanjay Raut on Monday said their discussion was political and the alliance between the two parties ahead of the civic polls will be forged with “heart and mind”. Speaking to reporters, Raut said that the…
Residents of Thane city will experience a temporary reduction in water supply as the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) undertakes an upgrade of electricity meters at the Pise and Panjrapur power stations, according to the Thane Municipal Corporation. As a result, the BMC has announced a 10 per cent reduction in water supply to areas of…
World Mental Health Day is celebrated annually on October 10 to raise awareness about mental health issues and to mobilise efforts in support of mental well-being. But it is important to care for one’s mental wellbeing year-round. Small acts of daily self-care can significantly improve mental health, manage stress, lower the risk of illness, and…
Cyclonic Storm Shakhti over the west-central and adjoining northwest Arabian Sea has moved nearly southward at a speed of 5 km/h over the past six hours. As of 0300 UTC today, it was centred near latitude 19.6 degrees North and longitude 60.5 degrees East, approximately 210 km southeast of Masirah Island (Oman, station 41288). The…
A case has been registered against a woman and her son for allegedly cheating a contractor of Rs 6 lakh in a land deal in Maharashtra`s Thane district, police said on Monday, reported news agency PTI. According to the Mira-Bhayandar, Vasai-Virar (MBVV) police, the accused, Meena Narendra Mhatre and her son Manish, allegedly approached the…
Actor and athlete Saiyami Kher has achieved another remarkable milestone in her journey by being named the official face of Ironman India. The recognition comes after Saiyami successfully completed the grueling Ironman 70.3 triathlon twice within a span of less than a year, an extraordinary achievement that makes her the only Indian actor to do…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast the possibility of light to moderate intermittent showers over parts of the South Marathwada region and adjoining districts of Vidarbha during the next two to three hours. Possibility of light to mod intermittent showers during next 2,3 hrs over parts of South Marathwada region & adj districts of…
The Maharashtra State Election Commission has approved the ward boundaries for the upcoming elections to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), officials said on Monday. The finalised ward structure was published in the Maharashtra government gazette and uploaded on the BMC`s official website on Monday. “The State Election Commission has approved the ward formation for the…
The elderly parents and sister of a teacher were seriously injured after robbers allegedly attacked them with sharp weapons and fled with valuables from their house in Maharashtra`s Palghar district early on Monday, police said, reported news agency PTI. The incident took place at around 3 am in Arnala village near Virar, they said, reported…
Amaal Mallik has been making headlines for his stint in the Bigg Boss 19 house. He recently locked horns with veteran actress Kunickaa Sadanand, during which the two hurled abuses and dragged families. While a section of the audience slammed Amaal, his team and family came out in his support, calling the narrative baseless. Now,…
A Thane court has acquitted a man accused of assaulting a traffic constable during an altercation in 2012, observing the prosecution failed to establish its case beyond a reasonable doubt due to “contradictory and unreliable” witness testimony, reported news agency PTI. A copy of the order dated October 3 was made available on Monday. Additional…
Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara proved to be a perfect launchpad for newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. However, this journey was not easy for the latter. In a recent interview, Aneet recalled how she landed on scam websites in an attempt to crack audition. She also reveals every production house has terrible audition clips and biodata…
Raghav Juyal’s transition from reality TV to the big screen is truly commendable. The actor recently won critical acclaim for his role as Parvaiz in Aryan Khan’s The Ba***ds of Bollywood. In an exclusive chat with mid-day, he spoke about shooting with Ranveer Singh, King with Shah Rukh Khan, recreating a viral K3G scene, and…
The water levels in lakes supplying drinking water to Mumbai have risen following heavy rainfall in their catchment areas. According to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) data, the combined stock in the seven reservoirs that provide water to the city now stands at 99.21 per cent. As per the BMC on Monday (October 6), the collective…
The city is expected to experience a generally cloudy sky today, with the possibility of occasional light to moderate spells of rain in Mumbai and its suburbs, according to the India Meteorological Department`s (IMD) Mumbai weather updates. The IMD`s Santacruz observatory recorded a maximum temperature of 29.7 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 23.9 degrees…
A major fire broke out at a godown storing chemicals along the Mumbai-Nashik highway in Maharashtra`s Thane district, officials said on Monday, reported news agency PTI. While no casualty was reported in the blaze, which erupted around 9.45 pm on Sunday, a fire officer was injured after falling into a drain during the firefighting operation,…
Shraddha Kapoor keeps on making headlines for her rumoured relationship with Rahul Mody, and her latest Instagram post also hints at the lucky mystery man behind the camera. Dropping a set of sun-kissed photos of herself spending the weekend relaxing on her couch, Shraddha asked an adorable question in the caption. The Stree actress wrote…
A man was killed, and four others sustained injuries in a late-night collision between a BEST bus and a tempo traveller near Dadar. The tempo traveller also rammed into a taxi and a tourist vehicle during the incident. All injured are currently undergoing treatment at Sion Hospital, while the Shivaji Park Police have launched a…
Samantha Ruth Prabhu disclosed the one quote that ended up changing her life perspective towards life. The Yashoda actress conducted a fun Q&A session on Instagram on Sunday, where one of the users asked her, “What`s a quote or line that changed your perspective?” Replying to the netizen, Samantha was heard saying, “You will find…
As Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) gears up to commence operations, ensuring the safety and security of passengers, employees, and surrounding communities stands as a top priority. The state-of-the-art airport is equipped with advanced technology to meet the growing demands of aviation while addressing potential security threats in light of global geopolitical shifts. From aviation…
With Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to inaugurate the much-awaited Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) on October 8, a massive beautification and security drive has been launched across Ulwe and adjoining areas. From road resurfacing and illegal encroachment demolitions to round-the-clock Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) security checks, every department seems to be in overdrive…
Crossing over to the billions Taylor Swift and Rihanna Superstar Shah Rukh Khan has officially entered the billionaire club, with the Hurun India Rich List 2025 estimating his net worth at $1.4 billion (approximately R11,000 crore). The 59-year-old joins global icons such as Rihanna, Tiger Woods, and Taylor Swift in the rare billionaires’ circle. “Khan’s…
Panic gripped passengers aboard the Saphale-Virar Ro-Ro ferry on Sunday afternoon after it came to a halt mid-sea near Virar due to a sudden hydraulic ramp pipe failure. The ferry, operating on the SaphaleMarambalpada route, was carrying around 20 cars, 30 bikes, and an overcrowded number of passengers, locals told mid-day. According to preliminary information,…
It’s not just the lakhs of commuters missing regular bus services — with a dwindling fleet, delays, and shorter routes, the devotion of Mumbai’s ‘bus bhakts’ is also being tested. These diehard commuters, who insist on riding only BEST buses despite long waits and crowded routes, are struggling as fleets shrink and services falter. As…
The Maharashtra State School Education Department is preparing to participate in the Swastha Mahila, Sashakta Kutumb Abhiyan, a campaign launched by the Ministry of Health, to conduct health check-ups for students and teachers across the state. While details of the initiative are still being finalised, teachers say such drives are long overdue, pointing out that…
Right when Amira Gill heard the scratch version of Badli Si Hawa Hai, she knew it would be a hit. The singer’s instinct was bang-on — the breezy number, composed by Anirudh Ravichander, for Aryan Khan’s maiden web series The Ba***ds of Bollywood, became instantly popular among listeners. “I was called by Anirudh’s management team…
Growing up, musician Rahul Sharma saw his father Pandit Shivkumar Sharma convert the santoor from a little-known instrument into an integral part of Indian classical music. Rahul is taking the legacy forward with his international collaborations. The santoor virtuoso will perform at the October 11 fundraiser for the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival 2026. He will…
Acting swiftly after mid-day’s Friday report, KEM Hospital has begun replacing old and torn bedsheets with new or better-quality ones. The move comes less than 48 hours after mid-day exposed the unhygienic and worn-out linen being used across multiple wards at one of Mumbai’s largest public hospitals. On Saturday, patients and relatives confirmed that hospital…
In Wada, Palghar, the case of a 16-year-old girl from the Katkari tribe has revealed a disturbing child marriage and trafficking racket that preys on impoverished tribal families. Married off at the age of 14 for Rs 50,000, the girl was forcibly trafficked as a “wife” and later kicked out by her husband and in-laws…
