The Bombay High Court, in a response to a PIL, in April this year had directed the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) to take steps to ensure that the construction of its hospital building, which is undergoing renovation, in Andheri East was completed and possession was obtained on or before August 15, and that the…
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 September 20. Aries March 21 – April 20A karmic cycle that favours inherited property issues getting streamlined begins. Positive changes in…
Maharashtra has added 14.71 lakh voters to its electoral rolls since the November 2024 assembly polls, while names of 4.09 lakh voters were deleted but not a single political party has raised any objection in this regard, a senior official said on Thursday. District-wise data showed Thane recorded the highest increase with 2.25 lakh new…
Nepotism, what? The nepotism debate in Bollywood may soon intensify, with Kajol revealing that Karan Johar is eager to launch her daughter, Nysa Devgan. Speaking to Shubhankar Mishra, she admitted, “I have received a couple of calls,” but insisted that Nysa has no immediate plans to join films. “If she wants to do something, she…
In a disturbing new trend, cyber fraudsters are now exploiting genuine online shopping orders to cheat customers. In a recent such incident, a 27-year-old woman from Sion was duped of `2.07 lakh after she was tricked into believing she had to cancel and reorder her purchase to get faster delivery and an instant refund. According…
Cab drivers in Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra working with Ola, Uber, and other aggregators have threatened to storm the Azad Maidan on September 30, the day Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in the city, to press for their various demands. The demands include fare parity, a cap on commissions, faster implementation of…
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) launched a 24-hour strike at 8 am on Thursday. Despite all IMA-registered hospitals being shut across the state, healthcare services were not massively hampered, as emergency services were available at government hospitals. Doctors are protesting against the Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC) permitting the registration of homoeopaths who complete the Certificate…
A mysterious ailment is causing Matheran’s iconic horses to lose their eyesight, sparking concern among their owners. According to experts, the illness begins with blindness in one eye and progresses to complete loss of vision. So far, 10 cases have been recorded. Dr Anil P Lahane, an equine veterinarian and founder of the Pune-based organisation…
The best green cover A BEST bus stop at Samata Nagar Road in Kandivli East is covered under overgrown creepers. Brushstrokes from history on canvas Meenakshi Nihalani Mumbai-based artist and sculptor, Meenakshi Nihalani (above), will be the 2025’s first recipient of The Emerging Artist Solo Award (TEAS) at Anupa Mehta Contemporary Art (AMCA), Colaba on…
Commuters are fuming after the Railways spent crores on retiling station foot overbridges (FOBs) and concourses with glossy flooring that turns dangerously slippery in the rains. From Bandra to Grant Road, Dadar to Mumbai Central, the new tiles are less a facelift and more a fall trap, raising safety concerns yet again. “I was hurrying…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Thursday morning began work on redesigning bollards along the footpaths of Babasaheb Ambedkar Road in the Dadar and Matunga areas, in a bid to stop two-wheeler riders from encroaching on pedestrian space. A biker misuses the footpath at Dadar TT, sparking complaints from residents. Pic/Atul Kamble The civic action…
The accused held for allegedly defacing a statue of late Meenatai Thackeray, wife of Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray, has been remanded in police custody till September 20 by a court in Mumbai’s Dadar, news agency PTI reported. Police said they need to determine the motive behind the act by the person of “unsound…
Navi Mumbai Police have invoked the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against a drug trafficking gang, an officer said on Thursday. This marks the first-of-its-kind crackdown since the Maharashtra government, on July 8, officially classified the manufacture, possession, transport, and sale of narcotics as offences under the category of “organised crimes”, news…
Over two lakh doctors across Maharashtra are on a 24-hour token strike since Thursday 8 am to protest the state medical council’s decision permitting homeopathy practitioners to register after completing a short-term pharmacology course. In a statement issued on Thursday evening, the Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors (MARD) said their delegation met Nationalist Congress Party…
The Mumbai Traffic Police on Thursday announced the temporary closure of Sir Bhalchandra Marg in Dadar East from September 18 to October 17, 2025, for the ongoing Elphinstone Bridge reconstruction by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). A police notification said that the closure of the route has been put in place to ease…
The Maharashtra government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cambridge University Press and Assessment India, aimed at elevating school education in the state. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, speaking at the signing event, said the agreement marks a new step toward global‑standard education. The deal, struck in the presence of Education Minister Dr Pankaj…
Aryan Khan is all set to make his directorial debut with Bads Of Bollywood, and a star-studded premiere was held in the city last night. From Kajol, Madhuri Dixit, Vicky Kaushal, to Ananya Panday, the who’s who of Bollywood arrived to support Aryan. While Ananya stunned in a white coloured maxi dress, netizens took cognizance…
Mumbai is getting ready for a tech spectacle on Friday, September 19, as the iPhone’s 17 series, along with the latest generation AirPods and iWatch, is set to roll out at Apple’s flagship store in Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) and across the globe. The buzz around the iPhone 17 series launch has made Mumbaikars wait for…
Vikrant Massey is set to mark one of the most memorable milestones of his career as he receives the National Award for Best Actor for 12th Fail. The excitement around his big win is only growing stronger with each passing day. Vikrant`s performance The actor will be felicitated with the prestigious Best Actor honour for…
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale on Thursday dismissed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s fresh allegations of vote manipulation as “baseless,” stating that omissions from voter lists have occurred during Congress regimes as well, reported news agency PTI. The Republican Party of India (A) chief said, “Rahul Gandhi often makes contradictory statements, sometimes he says voters were added,…
Amazon MGM Studios’ Nishaanchi is one of the most anticipated films of the year, set to hit theatres this week. Nishaanchi marks the much-awaited debut of Aaishvary Thackeray in a double role, alongside Vedika Pinto, adding fresh energy to the narrative. Anurag Kashyap`s return Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, known for cult classics like…
India’s markets regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), on Thursday cleared the Adani Group and its Chairman, Gautam Adani, of all allegations made by US-based short-seller Hindenburg Research regarding the alleged misuse of funds and concealment of related party transactions, reported the PTI. In 2023, Hindenburg Research released a damning report accusing…
Shiv Sena workers on Thursday burned an effigy of Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut in protest against his alleged disparaging remarks about the late party leader Anand Dighe, news agency PTI reported. The demonstration was held at Anand Ashram, Dighe’s memorial and former office in Thane. Dighe, a towering figure in the undivided Shiv…
Yeoor Environmental Society (YES) has registered a strong complaint to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB), and the District Administration, warning of contempt of court proceedings if authorities fail to prevent pollution of Banganga Lake and other natural water bodies during Pitrupaksha/Sarvapitri Amavasya rituals. Despite repeated incidents of mass fish deaths…
Actress Shilpa Shetty and her husband, Raj Kundra, have been at the centre of several controversies over the years. The couple is now grabbing headlines after a lookout notice was issued to them in Rs 60 crore fraud case. During the probe, Raj claimed a part of money was paid as fees to Neha Dhupia…
A 35-year-old man died after allegedly being hit by an excavator machine near Ghatkopar railway station in Mumbai in the early hours of Thursday, a police official said, reported the PTI. Following the incident, the police have registered a case of culpable homicide against the machine`s driver, the official said. After his body was found…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has collected nearly 2.5 tonnes of sanitary and special care waste every day since the launch of a dedicated service in April. In a press release issued on Thursday, the Mumbai civic body said that more than 4,000 housing societies, women’s hostels, beauty parlours, educational institutions and other entities have…
Before locking horns in the courtroom in their forthcoming legal comedy Jolly LLB 3, Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi will be fighting it out in the Pro Kabaddi League’s fiery Rivalry Week. Akshay took to his official Instagram handle and dropped a clip announcing that they will be a part of the Pro Kabaddi League….
Amid growing backlash against Maharashtra government’s revised management quota policy, the Yuva Sena – Shiv Sena’s youth wing – called for immediate rollback of the decision allowing institutions to charge two to three times the regular fee for professional courses under the quota On Tuesday, a delegation of the Yuva Sena, from Mumbai University, submitted…
Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal on Thursday asserted that Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has no moral authority to remain in office, following Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s allegations of “vote theft” in the Rajura assembly constituency of Chandrapur district. Sapkal claimed that 6,850 votes were manipulated in Rajura and pointed out that even the state police,…
As National Award-winner Shabana Azmi turned 75 on Thursday, filmmaker-actress Tannishtha Chatterjee penned a birthday note for her friend, whom she tagged as an “incredible woman”. Tannishtha took to Instagram, where she shared a picture from Holi. In the image, the two are seen covered in colours and smiling at the camera as they posed…
Actor Huma Qureshi says her upcoming film Baayan blends a strong female-led narrative with elements of thriller and investigative drama, giving it both international appeal and relatability for Indian audiences. Directed by Bikas Mishra of Chauranga fame, Bayaan sees the 39-year-old actor stepping into the challenging role of police officer Roohi. “Playing the role of…
Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor took to social media to share a series of adorable photos with her son, Vayu, celebrating their special bond. Taking to her Instagram handle, the actress gave a heartfelt glimpse into her life as a doting mother across different cities. Sonam posted a couple of her photos featuring her candid moments…
Tier-II cities in India are fast emerging as the next growth frontier for restaurants as dining out is no longer an occasional indulgence but is becoming a lifestyle, especially among Gen Z, according to a report by Grant Thornton Bharat. The report noted that rising consumer spending, favourable cost structures, and better infrastructure are making…
Actor Rahul Dev remembered his late brother Mukul Dev on his birth anniversary on Wednesday. Recalling some fond memories with his sibling, Rahul posted a video montage of Mukul on his official Instagram handle. View this post on Instagram …
Changing weather conditions are driving influenza A strain H3N2 cases in Delhi-NCR, said health experts on Wednesday. City doctors have reported a sharp increase in viral illness in Delhi-NCR. H3N2 is a seasonal flu that circulates in humans and mutates over time. Children, older adults, and pregnant women are most vulnerable to the disease. It…
NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar on Thursday said he is still working at the age of 85 and has “no moral right” to weigh in on the debate over whether political leaders should step aside after turning 75. To a question on whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi should stop (working in public life), as he…
Aryan Khan`s directorial debut, The Ba***ds Of Bollywood, has finally been released. The series started streaming on Netflix on Thursday, September 18. Given the hype and excitement around the series, many fans have started watching the show and are sharing their reviews online. In the first episode, viewers couldn`t help but notice a sly dig…
A Thane court has acquitted a man accused of molesting a minor girl in 2021, highlighting discrepancies in the prosecution`s case, including failure to prove the victim`s age and a lack of corroborating evidence, reported news agency PTI. Special Judge Ruby U Malvankar, in the order on September 12, found Akash Santosh Kolhe (32), not…
A fire broke out on a trailer-mounted rig machine on a highway in Maharashtra`s Thane city early on Thursday, causing damage to the equipment, officials said, reported news agency PTI. No person was injured in the incident, Thane Municipal Corporation`s disaster management cell chief Yasin Tadvi said, reported PTI. The incident was reported at 3.46…
