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…
Pride and celebration should fill Anuparna Roy’s days, who made history on September 7 as she became the first Indian to win the Best Director award in the Orizzonti section of the Venice International Film Festival. But it takes very little for things to spiral. When we got on a call with Roy on Thursday…
In June, mid-day reported that filmmaker Ritesh Batra of The Lunchbox (2013) fame was developing a cross-cultural romance featuring a mix of Indian and international cast (Shuddh videsi romance, June 28). Now, it looks like the acclaimed filmmaker has found the leads to bring alive his love story. Mid-day has exclusively learnt that French actor…
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 13. Aries March 21 – April 20Do your best to maintain a good rapport with colleagues, since this keep office…
Shah Rukh Khan has once again taken the initiative for a charity cause, this time assisting families impacted by floods in Punjab. The actor is actively working with local NGOs through his humanitarian foundation, the Meer Foundation, to assist in repairing areas affected by the recent flooding. This program intends to provide critical assistance to…
Salman Khan recently began filming Battle of Galwan, an upcoming war drama film. Several photos of the actor at the shoot location in Leh have appeared on social media channels. Salman was photographed posing with numerous soldiers as they stood outside. In another snap, Salman was standing next to a soldier`s family. While the soldier…
IN a historic shift over a century on, the Central Railway (CR) this weekend (Saturday-Sunday) will be undertaking the track diversion work to construct an elevated harbour line station at Kurla station. For this, the CR has announced a 14-hour-and-30-minute special traffic and power block on the Up and Down harbour lines between Wadala Road…
The Mumbai Police have announced a temporary closure of the Elphinstone Bridge for vehicular traffic from 11.59 pm on Friday, September 12, to facilitate essential maintenance and construction work for the Worli-Sewri connector. The bridge, a key east-west link in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) area, will remain closed until further notice to…
The Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal hosted its much-anticipated auction of donated items on Thursday, drawing enthusiastic participation from devotees across Mumbai and beyond. Among the first successful bidders was Nagesh Desai, a resident of Mulund, who purchased a 56-gram silver Ganpati idol for Rs 50,000, after bidding opened at Rs 5,000. “I wanted to…
Actress Divya Khossla called the director of her upcoming black comedy thriller “Ek Chatur Naar”, Umesh Shukla “the most Chatur on their set”. She dropped a video on her Instagram account, where she was explaining that they are shooting at the railway tracks, but as the Railway crossing closes from time to time, they are…
A senior supervisory committee of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) conducted a full-day inspection at the Dr R.N. Cooper Municipal General Hospital on Wednesday, to inspect hospital operations and patient care. The visit, led by Deputy Municipal Commissioner (Public Health) Sharad Ughade, included a detailed review of healthcare services, patient facilities, and sanitation measures across…
A 35-year-old man was killed outside a bar in Malad area of north Mumbai in the early hours of Thursday, a police official said, reported the PTI. One person has been arrested in connection with the incident, while three are on the run, he added. “Kalpesh Bhanushali was killed when he intervened in an argument…
The Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (MMRC) has executed a landmark land transaction with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), selling a prime plot at Nariman Point for a total consideration of Rs 3,471.82 crore. The sale deed was signed on September 5, transferring ownership of 16,842 sq.m of land, Plot Nos. 1987 and 1988,…
The Palghar police in Maharashtra have recovered 104 lost and stolen mobile phones valued at Rs 20.40 lakh with the help of the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal, officials said on Thursday. The CEIR, a national-level database created by the Department of Telecommunications, enables police to track lost or stolen mobile devices through their…
Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday announced that the party will launch a ‘Sindoor Raksha’ campaign on Sunday to protest India’s Asia Cup 2025 cricket match against Pakistan in Abu Dhabi. Calling the match a “betrayal,” Sanjay Raut said India should not engage with Pakistan in any form, including sports, according…
Kalyan Police in Maharashtra have detained six women and one man, all Bangladeshi nationals, found roaming suspiciously near Kalyan railway station without valid documents, officials said. On the evening of September 9, while patrolling the station premises, a team led by PSI Swapnil Bhujbal apprehended six women. During questioning, they admitted to being Bangladeshi citizens…
The Directorate General of Health Services has issued a directive asking physiotherapists not to use the ‘Dr.’ prefix, as they are not medical doctors. In a letter dated September 9, DGHS Dr. Sunita Sharma stated that by using the ‘Dr.’ prefix, physiotherapists will be in legal violation of the Indian Medical Degrees Act, 1916. “Physiotherapists…
The Elphinstone Bridge will not be closed or demolished till the rehabilitation plans are fixed in writing by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, sources said on Thursday. The decision was taken during a meeting with the locals, Mumbai Police and civic officials. Mumbai Police officials on Thursday met a group of resident representatives and the civic…
In a big relief to thousands of Mumbai residents, the Maharashtra government will regularise over 25,000 buildings in city which are without an Occupation Certificates (OCs). Maharashtra Minister Ashish Shelar on Thursday announced that over 25,000 buildings which have been denied Occupation Certificates for years will soon be regularised under a new government policy. The…
Exposure to micro- and nano plastics may be linked to the development of Alzheimer`s disease, according to a study in mice. Micro- and nano plastics prevalent in the environment routinely enter the human body through the water we drink, foods we eat, and even the air we breathe. The study, led by researchers from the…
While deaths from chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and stroke decreased for most countries, in almost 60 per cent of nations, the rate of decline was slower, according to a study published in The Lancet on Thursday. Together with the World Health Organization (WHO), researchers from Imperial College London, UK, analysed the risk…
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday slammed the Congress government in neighbouring Karnataka for its move to rename Shivajinagar metro rail station in Bengaluru after St Mary. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah recently said his government would consider renaming Bengaluru`s Shivajinagar metro station after St Mary following a request made during the annual feast at…
The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) on Thursday said that it has signed a contract with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Limited for the design, supply, and construction of the bullet train track in Maharashtra, officials said. An official statement said that the agreement includes track works for the 157-km stretch between the upcoming…
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar reviewed the ongoing development works under the Shri Kshetra Ashtavinayak Ganpati Temple Area Development Plan on Thursday, emphasising timely and high-quality execution. The review meeting was held at his committee office in Mantralaya. Speaking at the meeting, Pawar stated that the development plan not only aims to provide better…
The Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) on Thursday warned comedian-actor Kapil Sharma against “insulting” Mumbai by calling it as “Bombay” or “Bambai” on his show, and said it would launch a “strong agitation” if the practice is not stopped, reported the PTI. MNS leader Ameya Khopkar, who heads the film wing of the party,…
Bollywood actress and fitness enthusiast Taapsee Pannu gave a glimpse of her aerial yoga practice with a dollop of humour. Taapsee took to her Instagram Stories to share a series of pictures and videos, capturing different stages of her workout with aerial silks. In the first picture, as she began the exercise, the actress wrote:…
In separate incidents, five people were killed on Mumbai`s suburban railway network in two days, with most of the victims being hit by trains when they were walking on the tracks, officials said on Thursday, reported news agency PTI. Four of the five deaths occurred in Thane district and one in Raigad district on the…
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar turned 58 yesterday, and the birthday boy`s celebration was as unique as he is. While fans and friends flooded social media with warm wishes, it was his wife, Twinkle Khanna, who stole the spotlight with a quirky glimpse into how they marked the special day. Akshay, who is known for his…
NCP (SP) MLA Jitendra Awhad has said the Banjara community in Maharashtra should be given reservation and Scheduled Tribe (ST) status as per the Hyderabad Gazette, if it is being implemented in the state, reported news agency PTI. The legislator from the Opposition party claimed the Banjara community comes under the ST category in Andhra…
