A prominent fishermen`s organisation has written to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, demanding criminal proceedings against the office-bearers of the Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal for alleged mismanagement during the Ganesh idol immersion and mistreatment of devotees. In a letter emailed to the Chief Minister and police authorities, Devendra Tandel, president of the Akhil Maharashtra…
In the landscape of Indian cinema, there are few names that resonate with the kind of intensity and brilliance that Nawazuddin Siddiqui commands. He is one of those actors who has redefined versatility and stardom with every performance. He has carved a legacy that goes far beyond the screen. Nawazuddin`s journey to becoming one of…
Shiv Sena parliamentary party leader and MP Shrikant Shinde has been appointed as the authorised representative of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate for the upcoming Vice Presidential election, scheduled for Tuesday, the party announced. According to a press release issued by Shinde’s office in Thane on Monday, the BJP-led NDA has entrusted him with…
On Monday, leaders of Other Backward Classes (OBC) outfits resolved to oppose the Government Resolution (GR) on the Maratha quota, both through legal channels and public demonstrations, news agency PTI reported. Following the meeting, Congress Legislature Party leader Vijay Wadettiwar addressed the media, highlighting a key concern: the removal of the term “eligible” from the…
SARRP India, in association with the Maharashtra Forest Department, successfully conducted a two-day Wildlife Awareness Campaign during the Velankanni Church Feast at Uttan, near Mumbai. The campaign aimed to educate local citizens about the importance of wildlife conservation and to raise awareness that keeping Indian wildlife as pets is illegal under the Wildlife Protection Act,…
Tanishaa Mukerji made her debut in 200 with the movie Sssshhh.. and her work came to notice with stint in Neal N Nikki alongside Uday Chopra. She also participated in Bigg Boss season 7, where her personal and love life became a topic of discussion. In a recent interview, Tanishaa opened up about dealing with…
A fire broke out at the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation’s (ONGC’s) gas processing facility in Navi Mumbai on Monday afternoon, affecting gas supply to parts of Mumbai. According to police, the blaze broke out around 3 pm at ONGC’s Uran plant in Raigad district. ONGC’s fire brigade managed to douse the flames after nearly…
Palghar district witnessed a tense situation on the morning of September 7 after three containers washed ashore near Shirgaon-Usbhav and Satpati Dandipada villages under Satpati Police Station limits. According to police, around 9 am, local fishermen spotted the containers drifting due to high tides and immediately alerted Satpati Police. A police team rushed to the…
To cater to the festive rush during Diwali and Chhath Puja, Central Railway on Monday announced that it will be running 12 additional festival special trains between Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) in Mumbai and Gomti Nagar. As informed by Central Railway, train number 05326 LTT–Gomti Nagar Weekly Special will depart LTT at 07:55 hrs every…
Salman Khan is the biggest superstar of India, enjoying an incredibly loyal fan base across the globe. While he has delivered many blockbusters, Ek Tha Tiger stands out as the ultimate super hit that not only gave India its most loved on-screen spy but also ruled over millions of hearts. Now, this Salman Khan film…
Actor Shekhar Suman has penned a lengthy note in which he discusses his late son, Aayush Suman, and the difficult time his family experienced following his death. Shekhar shared on Instagram that he and his wife Alka “went through severe depression and despair for years.” Shekhar penned an emotional note The actor further stated that…
Actor Sharvari turned muse for fashion designer Amit Aggarwal and walked the ramp at the second edition of Cocktail Couture with Exon: The Code of Light. Speaking to ANI on Sunday, a visibly delighted Sharvari shared her excitement about collaborating with Aggarwal for the first time. She also spoke about her upcoming projects, including the…
Maharashtra Congress leaders met Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray at his residence Matoshree in Bandra area of Mumbai on Monday to hold discussions on the upcoming local body elections and the vacant Leader of the Opposition (LoP) posts in the Maharashtra state legislature, reported the PTI. The Congress delegation included Balasaheb Thorat, Vijay Wadettiwar,…
Entrepreneur and mental health advocate Ira Khan got married to the love of her life, Nupur Shikhare, in 2024. The 28-year-old girl, a few months prior to her wedding, had her friends throw a simple yet very cute bachelorette party for their dear friend. Ira Khan shared a beautiful video of her bachelorette eve. Ira…
It`s only a day after Bappa left, and every devotee can deeply experience the massive void created by the absence of Ganpati. As Bollywood heartthrob Kartik Aaryan also performed Ganpati Visarjan on Saturday, his furry friend, Katori, was seen missing Bappa terribly. Kartik captured Katori sulking over Bappa’s farewell in his latest post. The `Satyaprem…
On the intervening night of Sunday and Monday, the Airport Commissionerate at Mumbai Customs Zone-3, seized 13.83 kg of hydroponic weed worth Rs 13.83 crore in two separate cases. Two people have been arrested under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, following the seizures. In the first case, customs officers at Chhatrapati…
Actor Sonu Sood has moved up to help flood-affected people in Punjab. On Saturday, Punjab Rural Development Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond stated that floods have affected around 24,930 people in the state, with 40 villages submerged. Sonu Sood reaches the flood-affected areas Fazilka district was among the hardest hit, with 22,652 persons affected, primarily in…
The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has announced the disposal of 5,267 complaints filed by homebuyers between October 2024 and July 2025, officials said. These complaints spanned diverse issues across the real estate sector. The authority also confirmed that the first hearings for complaints filed until July 2025 have either been conducted or are…
With the thunderous beats of the dhol, the rhythmic sounds of lezim, and chants echoing with devotion, the grand farewell of Lord Ganesha was celebrated in a spiritually charged atmosphere by the Tilaknagar Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal. The Ganpati Visarjan marked the conclusion of their 76th year of celebrations on September 6, leaving behind an unforgettable…
In an inspiring step towards environmental sustainability and social responsibility, Shree Nanasaheb Dharmadhikari Pratishthan, under the able guidance of Maharashtra Bhushan Padma Shri Dr Appasaheb Dharmadhikari and Dr Sachin Dada Dharmadhikari, carried out a large-scale “Nirmalya Collection and Vermicompost Creation” drive during Ganeshotsav 2025. The initiative was conducted on key immersion days—One and a Half…
One of the most celebrated singers of our time, Asha Bhosle, has turned a year older on Monday. Wishing Asha Tai on her 92nd birthday, actress Kajol treated the netizens with a throwback photo with the legend and her `Hameshaa` co-star Saif Ali Khan. The photograph that showed the three facing the camera with a…
As the agitation for the Maratha reservation led by Manoj Jarange continues to dominate headlines, other communities are beginning to voice their own long-pending demands. In a significant political development, Vijay Wadettiwar has called upon senior OBC leader Chhagan Bhujbal for a meeting to discuss the Maratha reservation issue. Meanwhile, the Koli community has also…
Fans of actor R Madhavan and cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni are set to turn beyond excited with this upcoming venture, as Dhoni is set to make his acting debut. Madhavan revealed a trailer for his forthcoming flick Chase, which also stars MS Dhoni. Vasan Bala, who earlier directed Jigra starring Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina,…
The Hind Mazdoor Sabha has opposed the Maharashtra government’s recent decision to increase working hours in factories, shops, and other establishments. The union has warned of launching statewide protests if the move is not withdrawn immediately, reported the PTI. Sanjay Wadhavkar, General Secretary of the Maharashtra Council of Hind Mazdoor Sabha, called the decision “anti-worker”…
Playback singer Kunal Ganjawala is travelling back in time. On Sunday, the singer took to his Instagram, and shared a post dedicated to playback singer Sushma Shreshta also known as Poornima. The first picture is a throwback from the recording of the song ‘Ek Din Bik Jayega’, the iconic track from Raj Kapoor`s film `Dharam…
India’s urban core is at the beginning of a romantic revolution, with lines being drawn between Tier-1 giants and Tier-2 risers. Modern love is shaking due to dating apps, changing social mores, and a dizzying onslaught of technology, yet a simple question cuts through the noise: who buys into the longevity of monogamy? Is the…
A mini tourist bus got stuck on Gorai beach in Mumbai during high tide on Monday morning, officials said, adding that at the time of the incident there were no passengers on board, and no injuries were reported. According to a police official from the Gorai Police Station, the incident happened around 10 am. The…
From acting to composing, Nishaanchi marks many firsts for debutant Aaishvary Thackeray. Apart from making his acting debut, the actor has also penned, composed, and create the song Pigeon Kabootar from Anurag Kashyap’s Nishaanchi. Aaishvary Thackeray`s music debut The latest song marks Aaishvary’s musical debut and blends offbeat lyrics, a playful Hinglish flow, and madcap…
Movies are a timeless first-date classic, combining shared experiences, laughs, and a hint of mystery in the dark, and they continue to do so, according to a new survey. Conducted by dating app happn, nearly half of singles (44 per cent) see movies as the perfect first-date activity, while 47 per cent say it depends…
A three-year-old girl died and four members of her family were hospitalised after suspected food poisoning in Maharashtra`s Thane district, police said on Monday, reported the PTI. The incident took place on Sunday night after the family had dinner at their home in Bhayander area of the district. The child`s father had purchased chicken, which…
The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking has announced the launch of a new air-conditioned bus route, A-84, as part of its ongoing effort to modernise and expand its fleet. The new service started on Sunday. Route A-84 runs between Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Chowk (Museum) and Oshiwara Depot, offering passengers a scenic and…
Maratha leader Manoj Jarange Patil has intensified his demand for reservation for the Maratha community under the Kunbi category, stressing that poor children are suffering without it. He urged the government to grant under 50 per cent reservation, asserting, “All Marathas should get at least under 50 per cent reservation. My agitation is solely for…
Filmmaker Abhinav Kashyap, who has directed Salman Khan`s iconic film Dabangg, has made some shocking allegations against the actor and his family. For the uninitaited, Abhinav had a major fallout with the Khan family back in 2010 when the film released on the big screens. And now, year later, ahead of the blockbuster film completing…
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 97.23 per cent. As per the BMC on Monday (September 8), the collective…
Mumbai is expected to witness a partly cloudy sky with moderate rain across the city and suburbs on Monday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that maximum and minimum temperatures will hover around 29 degrees Celsius and 23 degrees Celsius, respectively. According to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) data, the city will also experience significant…
Members of the Kalachowki Vibhag Sarvajanik Utsav Mandal skilfully pull the Kalachowki Cha Mahaganpati through the narrow lane of the Patra Chawl at Dattaram Lad Marg, Kalachowki. PIC/SATEJ SHINDE Residents of buildings along the visarjan route film their favourite idol while seeking blessings of Lalbaugcha Raja. PIC/SATEJ SHINDE The beautiful Girgaon Cha Raja Ganesha idol…
Ganesh immersion festivities took a tragic turn late on Saturday night, when five devotees sustained severe electric shocks after accidentally coming into contact with a high-tension power line near Khairani Road in Sakinaka. One person died, while the rest were admitted to the hospital. According to eyewitnesses, the accident happened when a group of devotees…
The Kalachowkie police have registered 20 FIRs since Saturday after receiving complaints from devotees about valuables, including gold chains and mobile phones, being stolen during the Lalbaugcha Raja visarjan. Complainant: Sushma Sarfare, Nerul. PICS/SHIRISH VAKTANIA Most victims stated that they were targeted near the Lalbaugcha Raja Mandal in Lalbaug, where a large crowd had gathered…
More than 36,632 idols were immersed on Saturday — the last day of the Ganesh festival — overnight into Sunday. Saturday marked Day 11 and is celebrated as Anant Chaturdashi. Of these, 5855 were sarvajanik or community idols, from Ganesh mandals across the city. According to data from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), 30,468 household…
Stalled with no return? Speculation about Kangana Ranaut’s return to two of her biggest hits has taken a new turn. mid-day had reported that the actor would reunite with Aanand L Rai for Tanu Weds Manu 3 after wrapping Queen 2 later this year (Done with politics? August 30). However, Eros International Media Limited has…
