A bunch of petitions has been filed in the Bombay High Court, challenging the Maharashtra government`s decision to issue Kunbi caste certificates to the Maratha community for availing reservation in education and public service, reported news agency PTI. While two fresh petitions have been filed against the decision, another person, who had earlier filed a…
Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar is currently busy promoting his upcoming film, Jolly LLB 3, with co-actor Arshad Warsi. Recently, he was seen attending the trailer launch event of the film in Kanpur. Akshay, along with Arshad Warsi and Saurabh Shukla, came together for the grand event. During the event, he also interacted with media persons….
A youth was killed and six others were injured after a truck carrying a DJ music system, part of a procession to celebrate a local politician`s birthday, ploughed into the participants in Pune district, police said on Thursday, reported news agency PTI. The incident took place on Wednesday afternoon in Junnar town, they said, adding…
Bigg Boss and Salman Khan are two names that have gone hand in hand for several years now. The superstar’s presence has become an inseparable part of the show`s identity. He has hosted the reality show for 15 consecutive years now and has shaped Weekend Ka Vaar into an unmissable spectacle. However, this weekend, the…
The deer that had fallen into the Mithi river a couple of days back was tranquilised and rescued from an under-construction site near Powai on Wednesday. Earlier on September 9, 2025, NGO WWA received a call regarding a deer in need of urgent rescue. As soon as the NGO got the information about the deer…
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Thursday lashed out at the BCCI for not withdrawing from playing against Pakistan during the ongoing Asia Cup in the United Arab Emirates. MP Sanjay Raut, while addressing the media on Thursday morning, said, “While Operation Sindoor is still on, how can the government allow it to play…
Maharashtra Congress has strongly objected to the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited’s (MMRCL) decision to sell a 4.2-acre plot at Nariman Point to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), alleging that the move was executed in an arbitrary manner and without transparency. Party spokesperson Sachin Sawant, in a statement posted on social media, said the…
Unauthorised constructions and buildings categorised as `highly dangerous` have been removed from 49,115 square feet area of land in Vasai and Virar areas of Maharashtra`s Palghar district, the local civic body said, reported news agency PTI. The drive against such constructions was conducted over the last two days at several locations, the Vasai Virar City…
Police arrested eight individuals for allegedly impersonating MTNL workers and stealing underground MTNL cables valued at Rs 58 lakh from various locations in Mumbai, an official said on Wednesday, reported news agency PTI. The arrests were made after police and MTNL (Mahanagar Telephone Nigam) officials conducted a raid at SV Road when the gang was…
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday spoke to the Maharashtra tourists stranded in Nepal and assured them of all possible assistance to ensure their safe return. According to officials, nearly 150 tourists from Maharashtra have been left stranded in Nepal due to ongoing violent protests led by Gen Z, reported ANI. Meanwhile, West…
Her cinematic journey is not just defined by blockbusters. Kajol says she owns each of her films “completely and totally”, be it mega hits like “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” and “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham” or a “Gundaraj” and “Hulchul” that fell by the wayside and are long forgotten. “I would not change one iota of…
The ACB has arrested three staffers of the City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) and another person for allegedly taking a bribe of Rs 3.5 lakh from a housing society secretary in Navi Mumbai, officials said on Thursday, reported news agency PTI. The 54-year-old complainant, who is the secretary of a cooperative housing society in…
Actor Govinda and his wife Sunita Ahuja`s relationship has grabbed headlines in recent times due to divorce rumours. Several reports have also claimed that Sunita allegedly revealed that Govinda cheated on her. Recently, Sunita made shocking revelations, saying Govinda used to flirt with many of his co-stars, adding that he didn`t try his charm with…
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has issued a clarification after a flyer regarding a workshop on South Asian capitalism surfaced online across various social media platforms, carrying the institute’s name without approval. A post regarding a flyer of a workshop on South Asian capitalism was soon brought to the attention of the institute…
Twenty-nine electricity meters were damaged after a fire broke out in the meter box cabin of a residential building in Maharashtra`s Thane city early Thursday morning, an official said, reported news agency PTI. No person was injured in the incident, he said. The blaze was reported at 4.10 am on the ground floor of the…
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 98.18 per cent. As per the BMC on Thursday (September 11), the collective…
Mumbai is expected to witness partly cloudy skies today with the possibility of light rain across the city and suburbs, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The IMD`s Santacruz observatory recorded a maximum temperature of 31 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 25 degrees Celsius on Thursday. Meanwhile, the Colaba observatory reported a high…
Taking over Toronto Filmmaker Hansal Mehta has hit a hat-trick. The director screened two episodes of his upcoming series, Gandhi, at the ongoing 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), marking his third project at the coveted fest in his career so far. Hansal’s first time at TIFF was with Rajkummar Rao-starrer Shahid (2012). He returned…
The state of public toilets at railway stations has become a matter of grave concern for female commuters across suburban stations, especially at Mulund. While the Central Railway (CR) had entered into an agreement with the DMart Foundation for keeping toilets clean at prominent stations like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and Byculla, the situation on…
With onion prices crashing sharply in the market, the Maharashtra State Onion Growers Association has announced a unique agitation — a ‘phone protest’ starting Friday, September 12. Farmers will continuously call the offices of the prime minister, chief minister, deputy chief ministers, agriculture minister and other officials to press for their demands. The decision comes…
Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange and the government seem to be singing different tunes when it comes to issuing Other Backward Classes (OBC) caste certificates to the Marathas of Marathwada. Jarange has claimed that based on the Hyderabad gazette, all Marathas of the region will get OBC caste certificates. However, Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule has…
The long-running tussle between Elphinstone residents and civic authorities over the fate of the British-era Elphinstone Bridge flared up once again on Wednesday evening. Road diversion boards were suddenly installed near the bridge, signalling that demolition and traffic management plans were being pushed ahead — igniting protests and fresh anxiety among locals. History of resistance…
On September 8, students of the Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute (SRFTI) launched protests against the reinstatement of filmmaker Vipin Vijay as Dean, citing past allegations of sexual harassment made against him by an alumnus and two former professors of the institute. Soon, the protests received support from the Film and Television Institute of…
Mumbai’s Seema Mane is back at her Ghatkopar home, days after aborting a summit attempt on Mount Elbrus, Europe’s highest peak. Mane was originally scheduled to climb the mountain on September 4. However, unfavourable weather conditions pushed that back, and she began her ascent at 2 am on September 5 from Garabashi (3800 metres). Mane…
The Dindoshi police arrested a woman on September 8, for allegedly selling her husband’s jewellery and valuables to send money to a social media friend, before filing a false burglary complaint. Officers said she pawned the ornaments and transferred the money to an online friend. The valuables have since been recovered. Case details A 53-year-old…
The University of Mumbai, already under fire for its handling of PhD student issues, now faces fresh heat from its own professors over delayed RRC (Research Recognition Committee) results. RRCs, held multiple times a year, review students’ research proposals and applications from faculty members seeking guideship. While MU conducted its last RRC in December 2024,…
Salman Khan may be in Ladakh currently for Battle of Galwan’s shoot, but he is never too far away to extend a helping hand. On the Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss 19, the host indicated that he had joined the relief efforts as Punjab reeled in the aftermath of the floods. mid-day has…
Over the next month, citizens can submit suggestions and objections to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) regarding the preparation of the Zonal Master Plan for eco-sensitive zones around the Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP). Citizens can send their inputs to the BMC until October 10. The draft zonal master plan, prepared in line with the…
The Prime Minister of Mauritius, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam, said on Tuesday that the relationship between India and Mauritius is “rooted in shared history, tested over time, and filled with future vision.” He was speaking at the India–Mauritius Business Conclave held in Mumbai. Also addressing the gathering, India’s Union Minister of Power, Manohar Lal Khattar, described…
Maharashtra is in the final stages of shifting school scholarships back to Std IV and Std VII, instead of Std V and Std VIII, starting from the upcoming academic year. Alongside this change, the Ministry of School Education plans to increase the number of scholarships beyond the current 16,000. The ministry is working in coordination…
Gorai beach, known for its calm and natural beauty, has been shrouded in darkness every evening for the past five months. Despite repeated complaints, residents say the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has failed to restore streetlights, leaving the area unsafe. mid-day had reported the issue on August 4, when the BMC promised to resolve it…
Following a mid-day report on illegal taxis ferrying visitors inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP), the park administration has written to the Regional Transport Office (RTO) and the local police station, urging strict action against vehicles operating without permits, fitness certificates, or safety clearances. Officials warned that such vehicles pose a serious threat to the…
Speculation is rife over a possible pre-poll alliance for the upcoming BMC elections after Thackeray cousins Raj and Uddhav met for 2.45 hours on Wednesday at Raj’s residence ‘Shivtirth’ in Dadar. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut also joined the meeting. The election of 227 BMC corporators, along with polls in 28 other municipal corporations…
With over 1.25 lakh cooperative housing societies and 2 lakh apartment associations in Maharashtra, and nearly 30 per cent of the housing stock either undergoing or eligible for redevelopment, the process has moved from being an exception to becoming the mainstream housing solution. However, disputes are increasing, and existing legal remedies have not kept pace….
Have a Purr-fect day A pet cat with heterochromia casts looks as it gets a shoulder ride in Fort Can you run from Borivli to Colaba in six hours? If you think your commute to work is tiring, meet Borivli-based runner Joy Sharma (left) over humble pie someday. The 25-year-old marketing professional recently ran a…
Shabnam Shaikh, a 39-year-old Bandra West resident who lost Rs 23 lakh in an online trading scam, has recovered nearly Rs 12.25 lakh with the help of her bank. Shaikh filed a chargeback form at Axis Bank’s Sion branch, after which the bank froze the fraudsters’ account and managed to recover part of the money….
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 12. Aries March 21 – April 20There may be expected expenditures; paying fees, charges, or bills, but you had no…
Bollywood actors Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone have received major relief from the Rajasthan High Court, which has stayed an FIR registered against them in Bharatpur. The complaint was filed by a local car owner who alleged that Hyundai Motors sold him a defective vehicle. Rajasthan HC stays FIR The FIR, lodged a few…
The Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) on Wednesday conducted a public hearing on 270 objections and suggestions received regarding its draft ward structure, which was released with the approval of the Maharashtra State Election Commission. The state government appointed Additional Chief Secretary (Transport and Ports) Sanjay Sethi to lead the hearing process. The session took place…
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday announced the state’s commitment to becoming a global hub for supplying skilled manpower to international industries. Chairing a high-level review meeting of the Skill Development, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Department, he directed officials to align training programs with global industry demands and strengthen the ecosystem for both government…
