Polling for the posts of presidents and members in 23 municipal councils and nagar panchayats across Maharashtra concluded at 5.30 pm on Saturday, officials said. Voting also took place for 143 vacant member posts in these local bodies, reported the PTI. Prominent civic bodies that went to the polls included Baramati in Pune district and…
Former Maharashtra minister Shalinitai Patil, the wife of late chief minister Vasantdada Patil, passed away in Mumbai on Saturday. She was 94, reported the PTI. Shalinitai Patil held ministerial posts in several Congress-led governments during the 1980s. She rose through the political ranks from being a member of the Satara district council to becoming president…
Dhurandhar screenings haven`t only increased their slots at theatres but also the drama and chaos that comes along. In the recent screening, a major fight erupted after a fan compared Ranveer Singh to Ranbir Kapoor.It turned chaotic after a heated altercation among audience members was caught on camera and went viral on social media. What…
To improve healthcare services in tribal, remote and rural areas of Maharashtra, the state Health Minister has approved the promotion of 190 medical officers through a transparent counselling process, officials said on Saturday. The promoted doctors were working in Group ‘B’ posts under the Public Health Department and have now been elevated to vacant Group…
BJP MLA Parag Shah, the sitting legislator in Mumbai, was allegedly involved in an altercation with an auto-rickshaw driver in the Ghatkopar area on Friday, during which he slapped the driver. The incident was captured in a video which has gone viral on social media. The incident took place in the afternoon on Mahatma Gandhi…
The Forest Department is considering fitting a radio collar on the leopard rescued from Bhayandar East in Mumbai on Friday, following a human-wildlife conflict in which seven people were injured in a crowded residential area. The leopard was captured after it entered a densely populated locality and attacked several residents, triggering panic among locals. On…
Mumbai Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Abu Azmi on Saturday condemned reported attacks on minorities in Bangladesh and also slammed Bihar CM Nitish Kumar over hijab row, the ANI reported. On attack on minorities in Bangladesh, Azmi said that injustice must be opposed everywhere, but added that problems within India should be addressed first. Speaking to…
Actress Ankita Lokhande, who celebrated her birthday on the 19th of December, was wished by late star Sushant Singh Rajput’s sister, Shweta Singh Kirti. Sharing a picture with Ankita on her Instagram Stories, Shweta extended her warm wishes to the actress, writing, “Happy Birthday, Ankita. Hope you always stay happy and healthy. All my love,…
The BJP and Shiv Sena are treading cautiously before committing to contest the upcoming elections to the Thane Municipal Corporation in an alliance, with a decision expected in the next two days, reported news agency PTI. Thane is considered the home turf of Shiv Sena leader and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. A political dispute…
New mommy Parineeti Chopra has expressed her thoughts on dealing with postpartum symptoms. The actress took to her social media account to share a video of herself, all set to organise the clutter. Dressed in her smart casual wear, the actress elaborated on how she planned to organize her storage amidst new mommy responsibilities but…
Mumbai Congress president Varsha Gaikwad on Saturday said that voters in the metropolis would reject the BJP’s `religious politics and double standards` in the upcoming municipal elections, choosing instead to focus on pressing civic concerns, reported the PTI. Polling for 29 municipal corporations across Maharashtra, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), is scheduled for 15…
Mumbai commuters brace for disruption as Western Railway (WR) announces the cancellation of 80 local trains daily starting December 21. To carry out the work in connection with the sixth line on Kandivali and Borivali section, a block of 30 days will be undertaken from the night of December 20th/21st and will continue up to…
A court in Bhiwandi in Maharashtra`s Thane district on Saturday adjourned till January 17 the hearing in a defamation case filed by an RSS worker against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for remarks on the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi, reported PTI. The case came up for hearing during the day in the court of the Joint…
The Nationalist Congress Party on Friday strongly condemned the circulation of a fabricated and AI-generated video. The NCP has further asserted that the video has been deliberately spread with the malicious intent of tarnishing the image of the party and its leadership. As reported by news agency IANS, the party in a statement emphasised that…
A fire broke out at a godown of electrical goods in Bhiwandi taluka of Thane district on Saturday morning, officials said, reported news agency PTI. Nobody was injured in the incident, said Saquib Kharbe, who heads the disaster management cell of the Bhiwandi Nizampur City Municipal Corporation (BNMC), reported PTI. He said the blaze erupted…
Actor Varun Dhawan will be seen in a completely fresh avatar in his next, Border 2. However, in order to do justice to playing the role inspired by the real-life war hero, Colonel Hoshiar Singh Dahiya, he had to undergo some intense training that included strength training, endurance work, and mobility. Talking about his role,…
Bollywood actor Randeep Hooda and his wife, actor-entrepreneur Lin Laishram, are set to embark on a beautiful new chapter in their lives. The couple announced the pregnancy on their second anniversary in November. As they gear up to welcome their little one, Lin opened up about suffering a miscarriage this year and how it evolved…
Bollywood debutant director Aryan Khan, also known for being megastar Shah Rukh Khan’s son, is currently riding high on the humongous success of his debut show, The Ba***ds of Bollywood. The series, released in September, continues to be the talk of the town. Aryan was honoured with the Best Debutant Director of the Year award…
Bollywood actress Pooja Ruparel has shared an inside video of the birthday celebration of veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha and son-in-law Zaheer Iqbal. In the video shared by Pooja, Sonakshi Sinha is seen seated in the middle of both the birthday boys and cutting the cake with them. View this post…
Voting began on a brisk note in tight security in Ambernath municipal council in Thane district on Saturday amid allegations of the distribution of money to voters and tampering with an EVM. The run-up to the election was marred by firing at the office of a BJP candidate. Polling has been going on smoothly, according…
Mumbai began Saturday on a refreshingly cool note, with clear skies, gentle winter breezes and lower humidity providing residents a brief respite from the city’s usual heat. However, the relief did not last long as a visible layer of smog gradually enveloped the skyline, reducing visibility and once again highlighting the city’s growing air pollution…
Anupam Kher met the superstar Kamal Haasan at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi on Friday. On Instagram, Anupam Kher expressed his happiness at meeting Kamal Haasan, calling the artist one of the “Finest actors” of Indian cinema. “Was delighted to meet one of the FINEST actors of Indian Cinema, Kamal Hassan ji at…
Radhika Apte recently featured in the Zee5 series Saali Mohabbat. The actress has been vocal about her journey and struggles during her career. From the work hour debate to being ill-treated on sets, she has revealed it all. In a recent interview, she reflected on her experience of working in the South and shared that…
Polling began for the posts of president and members in 23 municipal councils and nagar panchayats across Maharashtra, as well as for 143 vacant member posts in these local bodies on Saturday morning. Voting for Maharashtra local body elections began at 7:30 AM and will continue till 5:30 PM. Counting of votes for all municipal…
2025 has been a life-changing year for actor Vicky Kaushal. He not only delivered the highest-grossing film with Chhaava, but also embraced parenthood for the first time. The actor is currently enjoying this new phase of his life, as he shared that he is now better at changing diapers than acting. He also calls fatherhood…
Akshay Oberoi can hardly wait for 2026, as he will be seen in two big-budget movies — Shah Rukh Khan’s King and Yash’s Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups. The actor points out that his third offering, a yet-untitled thriller led by Manoj Bajpayee, has him equally excited. After all, it gave him the opportunity…
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray are locked in a war of words over Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. In a veiled attack on Shinde, Thackeray said that “one more minister will have to go” and hinted that the leader was from Thane. Thackeray’s remarks came soon after Shiv Sena…
Discontent is growing within the BJP over demands by family members of party leaders for election tickets ahead of the upcoming Mumbai civic polls. It has been reliably learnt that several relatives of BJP MLAs, office-bearers, and senior leaders are seeking tickets for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections, triggering resentment among grassroots workers. The move…
The supporting iron rods at a construction site in Mahim, which caused damage and threatened the life of a 50-60 year-old peepal tree, were partially removed by the developer on Friday evening. The move followed yet another inspection at the site along Bhagoji Keer Road near Paradise Cinema by Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) officials on…
When Ikkis opens on January 1, it will, among other things, remind us of what Hindi cinema lost in 2025. Sriram Raghavan’s directorial venture, led by Agastya Nanda, will mark the final on-screen appearance of Dharmendra, who passed away on November 24. In the swansong, we’ll also see the superstar’s last dance, in a qawwali…
After a six-hour operation, the Maharashtra Forest Department, with support from the Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation, MBMC police and wildlife conservation NGOs, safely rescued a leopard that had entered a residential area in Bhayandar East, triggering a human–wildlife conflict in which seven people were injured. The leopard was first spotted late on Thursday night by…
1 Late Thursday night, a local Bhayandar woman who feeds stray dogs spots a leopard in the area and immediately informs the police 2 Police personnel arrive and scan the surroundings, but are unable to trace the leopard during the night search 3 At 7.40 am, Rakesh Yadav and his 19-year-old family friend who are…
The presence of a leopard in the densely populated Bhayandar East locality has left residents and officials puzzled about how the animal managed to reach a residential building far from known forest patches on Friday. Forest department officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said they believe the leopard may have moved through a mangrove patch…
The dream of segregating local and express trains is coming closer to reality, as the sixth line to Borivli is expected to be operational by late January 2026, with finishing work set to begin today. With this, mail express trains will no longer be operated on the local line between Bandra and Borivli, resulting in…
Because coach knows best School-level footballers listen to their coach after a practice session at Cooperage Ground. A century of Ritwik Ghatak A still from Subarnarekha. Pics Courtesy/NFDC-National Film Archive Of India This year marks the birth centenary of legendary film director Ritwik Ghatak. The city-based Brief Encounters Film Club is celebrating this today with…
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 20. Aries March 21 – April 20A legal issue is sorted. Be careful with money and valuables today. Working with…
India cricket stalwart Salim Durani, who passed away in 2023, is once again in the news after a video of a woman claiming to be his wife went viral on social media. The woman — identified as Rekha Shrivastava — was recently found begging on the streets of Belapur. While those known to the cricketer…
Polling is scheduled for Saturday, December 20, across 23 municipal councils and nagar panchayats in Maharashtra for the posts of president and members, the State Election Commission (SEC) said, PTI reported. Simultaneously, elections will be held for 143 vacant member posts in various other municipal councils and nagar panchayats. Counting of votes is set for…
The makers of Ikkis have dropped the final trailer for the upcoming film featuring newcomer Agastya Nanda in the lead role. The final trailer comes weeks before its theatrical release on January 1, 2026. The trailer gives another glimpse of the biographical drama based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, who was posthumously…
A video claiming to show a leaked romantic song featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone from the upcoming film King has gone viral on social media, sending fans into a frenzy. The short clip, widely shared across platforms, shows the much-loved on-screen pair in an intense romantic moment, complete with a close embrace and…
