Veteran Bollywood actor Anupam Kher has penned a birthday wish for his “quiet supporter” and “bestest brother in the entire world” Raju Kher. Anupam took to Instagram, where he shared a throwback picture featuring a younger version of him and his brother. He added the song Sajan Re Jhoot Mat Bolo sung by the late legendary…
Mumbai Police`s Crime Branch Unit-6 has arrested three men including a fake cop who allegedly cheated a woman by promising her husband a job in the Income Tax Department, police said on Friday. The accused used fake documents and posed as government officials to carry out the scam. According to police sources, the main accused…
The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) Undertaking has announced extensive transport arrangements for the annual Mount Mary Fair in Bandra, scheduled to begin on Sunday, September 14, and continue until Sunday, September 21. The week-long fair, popularly known as the Mount Mary Fair or Bandra Fair, attracts thousands of devotees and visitors from across…
In a moving gesture of compassion amidst tragedy, the family of Isaac George, a 33-year-old from Kottarakkara, chose to donate his organs after he was declared brain dead following a road accident. Their decision has given a second chance at life to six people across Kerala, making Isaac’s legacy one of hope and humanity. Isaac’s…
Bollywood actor and fitness enthusiast Milind Soman is synonymous with fitness and always makes it a point to motivate his fans to stay fit through his social media posts and videos. Recently, Milind Soman was seen doing push-ups while travelling in a train. His wife, Ankita Konwar, shared a video of Milind busy with his…
Actress Bhagyashree shared a few fun glimpses of her touristy moments doing silly things with her husband, Himalaya Dassani, in the Big Apple. Bhagyashree took to Instagram, where she shared a string of pictures from their getaway. From dancing at Times Square to enjoying cocktails and the nightlife, the veteran actress gave a peek into…
More than 1 million Australians are projected to have dementia by 2065, a government report said on Friday, September 12. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare`s updated Dementia in Australia report, the number is expected to more than double from about 425,000 people in 2024 to 1.1 million by 2065. Women currently…
To manage the festive rush and ensure passenger convenience, Central Railway has announced the operation of 1,126 special trains during the upcoming Puja, Diwali, and Chhath festival season. This includes 182 additional services announced on Friday, in addition to the 944 specials declared earlier. The newly announced trains will connect Mumbai, Pune, and other cities…
The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders launched a sharp attack on the BJP and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) over India’s upcoming Asia Cup 2025 cricket match against Pakistan, set to be played in Abu Dhabi. Party leader Aaditya Thackeray has called the match a “betrayal of the nation”, citing…
Love to binge on cheeseburgers and fries? Beware, just four days of these fatty foods can rewire the brain`s memory hub — leading to risk of cognitive dysfunction, according to a study. The research led by the University of North Carolina (UNC) in the US suggests that fatty junk foods can affect the brain almost…
Bollywood actor Akshay Oberoi had earlier openly spoken about his family ties with his cousin Vivek Oberoi. Despite being part of the same film family, Akshay, who is the nephew of veteran performer Suresh Oberoi, went on to claim that he had “no real relationship” with Vivek. Now, Vivek Oberoi has broken his silence on…
Maharashtra Minister Ashish Shelar on Friday hit out at the Shiv Sena (UBT) for opposing India`s match against Pakistan in the Asia Cup cricket tournament, saying international sporting events cannot be dictated by bilateral political stand-offs, reported news agency PTI. Talking to reporters, the state cultural affairs minister accused Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut…
After Kalachowki police reported a spate of missing phone cases, Agripada police station has now registered four FIRs detailing the theft of 70 mobile phones worth Rs 12.23 lakh during the September 6 immersion procession of Lalbaugcha Raja. Devotees, many of them youngsters, had their phones snatched while wading through the sea of people near…
The Bombay High Court was placed on high alert on Friday following the receipt of a bomb threat via email. As a precautionary measure, authorities instructed all judges, lawyers, staff, and visitors to immediately evacuate the court premises. The Bombay Bar Association issued a notice to its members, emphasising the need for prompt evacuation due…
A major water pipeline leakage was reported near Mantralaya on Madam Cama Road, Churchgate, on Friday morning, according to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The incident was first reported to the civic authorities at around 11.30 am by A Ward Control, with an official update issued at 12.50 pm Civic officials confirmed that a 600…
Nearly 40 per cent of women experience some form of sexual dysfunction in their lifetime, yet many continue to suffer silently due to embarrassment or fear of judgment and being ridiculed. The causes can be hormonal changes during pregnancy and menopause, to lifestyle-related factors like diabetes, stress, and obesity, as well as complications from…
Western Railway’s Mumbai Central Division has marked a new benchmark in ticket-checking performance during the current financial year. The Mumbai division of the Central Railways has not only surpassed previous records but also registered the highest-ever earnings in ticket checking between April 2025 and August 2025. In recognition of their dedication and outstanding service, the…
Western Railway’s RPF team at Bhayandar, in close coordination with the Government Railway Police (GRP) team at Vasai Road, traced and apprehended a passenger involved in misbehaving with a woman commercial booking clerk at Mira Road Railway Station on Friday. As per the information from the Western Railways, the RPF team of Bhayandar post, in…
A special court in Maharashtra`s Thane district has acquitted a couple, accused of assault and hurling casteist slurs, holding that the prosecution had failed to prove the charges beyond a reasonable doubt, reported news agency PTI. Additional Sessions Judge A S Bhagwat of the special court handling cases under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes…
The Maharashtra government has inducted NCP leader Suraj Chavan, who had allegedly assaulted an activist in Latur a few months ago, as a special invitee member of the committee formed to draft the state`s revised youth policy, reported news agency PTI. According to a government resolution (GR) issued by the School Education and Sports Department…
Seven Bangladeshi nationals, including six women, have been arrested in Maharashtra`s Thane district for allegedly illegally residing in India, officials said on Friday, reported news agency PTI. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone III) Atul Zende said the Kalyan police made the arrests on September 9. Around 6 pm that day, a patrolling team spotted six…
The police in Maharashtra`s Palghar district have foiled a robbery attempt with the arrest of 11 persons, many of them with serious criminal backgrounds, an official said on Friday, reported news agency PTI. Police took the action after receiving information on Tuesday that about 10 men were to gather near a fabrication shop to rob…
Agniveer Rakesh Dubbula, accused of stealing an INSAS rifle and magazines from Navy Nagar in south Mumbai with his brother, and the complainant were batchmates, an official has said, reported news agency PTI. Both were recruited in 2023, the Mumbai Crime Branch official said on Thursday. “With new facts emerging in the case, the Crime…
Raj Kundra and Shilpa Shetty have been at the centre of controversies after Mumbai Police had sent a lookout notice to them over Rs 60 crore fraud case. While their advocate had earlier reacted to the claims, calling them baseless. Now, Raj Kundra has first time reacted to the controversy. He claims to be innocent…
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 98.38 per cent. As per the BMC on Friday (September 12), the collective…
Mumbai is expected to experience a partly cloudy sky on Friday, with light rain predicted across the city and suburbs, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The IMD`s Santacruz observatory recorded a maximum temperature of 31.5 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 24.2 degrees Celsius on Friday. Meanwhile, the Colaba observatory reported a high…
In a major step to ease civic problems and traffic congestion in the Chakan–Talegaon industrial belt, the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) has launched strict action against illegal encroachments. Over 40 illegal structures were demolished in a joint drive conducted by PMRDA, the Chakan Municipal Council, and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI),…
The Morbe Dam, Navi Mumbai’s primary drinking water source, has reached full capacity for the third consecutive year, bringing relief to the city. The annual ‘jalpujan’ was held by the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) on Monday to celebrate the milestone. This year, the dam achieved its designated water level of 88.16 metres (100.80 per…
A Dhole (Cuon alpinus) was sighted in Panshet in Pune district around 2 pm on September 6, marking the first time researchers obtained photographic evidence of the endangered Asiatic wild dog’s presence in the region. The sighting was made during a field survey by Dr Sonali Shinde, head of the department of biodiversity and environmental…
Finally putting an end to the confusion over the Elphinstone Bridge closure, a notification issued under the Home Department by Deputy Commissioner of Police Dr Dipali Dhate stated that the British-era bridge will be closed to traffic from midnight today. Confirming this, Joint Commissioner of Traffic Anil Kumbhare told mid-day, “As per information received from…
In 2025, India has already seen 1.8 million students head abroad for higher studies, but hopefuls for the September intake remain cautious, weighing safety concerns in addition to visa policies, courses, and universities. The socio-political climate in host countries has now become a key factor in decision-making. “Parents are considering safety measures, such as gun…
In a clash arising out of an old enmity, a man was killed after being attacked with beer bottles and knives outside a restaurant and bar in Malad West in the wee hours on Thursday. Police said the incident took place at around 2.30 am outside the Gurukrupa Bar and Restaurant at Chincholi Bunder. Police have…
A 33-year-old Byculla woman was duped of over Rs 27 lakh after conmen posing as government officials and even a senior police officer spun an elaborate web of lies involving Aadhaar misuse, illegal bank accounts, and money laundering. The victim, a business advisor by profession, received a call on August 18 from a man claiming…
The Lalbaugcha Raja Mandal held its annual auction of offerings on Thursday, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of devotees eager to take home “prasad” at any cost. This year, Lord Ganesha received 2071.830 grams of gold and 55,312 grams of silver from devotees, with the auction featuring everything from gold biscuits to silver modaks. The auction,…
As part of its plan to redevelop 64 slum rehabilitation schemes located on municipal plots, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has once again invited developers and builders for 26 of these schemes, after receiving a poor response in the first round. These land parcels, spread across Mumbai city and its suburbs, are notified under the…
That one’s gone sailing As the country counts the hours to the big Asia Cup face-off with Pakistan this weekend, it is matchday as usual for this group at Khar Danda Booked for glory William Dalrymple. FILE PIC/ASHISH RAJE Author William Dalrymple has made it to the shortlist of the British Academy Book Prize for…
Mumbai may see another reservation-related protest that could majorly disrupt daily life. On October 8 or 9, leaders of the Other Backwards Classes (OBC) plan to hold a protest in Mumbai against the Government Resolution (GR) granting Marathas OBC status. However, the move does not seem to have gone down well with Chief Minister Devendra…
Visitors arriving in their own vehicles to pick up their loved ones at Terminal 2 (T2) of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) are being charged parking fees ranging between Rs 150 (general) and Rs 250 (premium) for a minimum period of 30 minutes, while parking for eight to 24 hours can set you back…
If we were to say two of the most loved and successful pieces of Hindi entertainment in recent years, Stree and Paatal Lok have one thing in common, one would probably start scratching their head. These two are starkly different from each other: the story, the narration, the makers, the genre, and even the locations….
Karan Arjun reach Punjab On Thursday, mid-day reported that Salman Khan sent rescue boats, medicines, and ration to flood-hit Punjab, aiding in relief operations (Hum saath saath hai, September 11). And now Salman’s Karan Arjun (1995) co-star, Shah Rukh Khan has come forward as well. The superstar’s Meer Foundation, in partnership with local NGOs, is…
