After receiving de novo deemed university status in 2023, the Sir JJ School of Arts, Architecture and Design is all set to introduce research programme, with the first PhD admissions likely to begin next year. In the initial phase, the university will offer 18 seats — six each in fine arts, architecture and design. At…
NCP leader and former sports and youth affairs minister Manikrao Kokate will undergo angiography on Friday morning, following which a decision about his custody will be taken, officials said, reported news agency PTI. A team of Nashik City Police reached Bandra on Thursday night along with a non-bailable warrant issued against Kokate, an official said….
Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit’s Hum Aapke Hain Koun remains one of the most beloved films in Hindi cinema history. Dixit, who played Nisha in the film, captivated many hearts with her vivacious yet pious persona. From her chirpy attitude to her costumes, everything about the film was classic. On the latest episode of Sit…
Vasai station, the city`s newest Bypass Terminus, on Wednesday got a massive 10-metre-wide elevated deck that will connect suburban and express terminus and also connect with the new Vasai Bypass Terminus. Officially called the Vasai Road Coaching Terminus, it is a major railway development project next to the existing Vasai Road station (BSR), aiming to…
Bomb threat emails sent to multiple courts and banks in Mumbai triggered heightened security on Thursday, prompting an extensive security sweep across judicial premises in the city. The threats targeted at least five courts, including the Bombay High Court, as well as two to three banks, police sources said. After detailed searches, no suspicious or…
A massive fire broke out at the Blue Roof Club in the Ghodbunder Road area of Thane on Thursday night at 10:30 pm due to fireworks, reported news agency ANI. The Disaster Management team and the fire department responded quickly, dispatching brigades to the Thane club. The fire was brought under control within half an…
The VB Nagar police have added charges of attempt to murder and rioting in the case of a 21-year-old man who was allegedly beaten and set on fire by his childhood friends during his birthday celebration in the early hours of November 25 in Kurla. Five accused, aged between 18 and 21, have now been…
Residents of Lokhandwala in Andheri West and city-based nature lovers have welcomed the long-awaited clean-up of the iconic Lokhandwala Lake, where authorities have begun removing the invasive aquatic plant Ipomoea and clearing plastic waste from its periphery. The move aims to protect the lake’s fragile ecosystem and preserve its status as a key birding hotspot…
A routine inspection by the Regional Transport Office (RTO) in Mulund has exposed an alleged fake vehicle registration and chassis number scam involving Orchids International School, after officials found a school-linked vehicle running with forged documents and mismatched chassis details. The irregularity, which allegedly went undetected for over two years, has led to an FIR…
Mumbai-Pune commuters faced a stressful delay late Wednesday night after an MSRTC E-Shivneri bus was halted for nearly an hour at the Talegaon toll plaza over an alleged FASTag issue, forcing passengers to collectively pay the toll to continue their journey. The electric E-Shivneri bus (MH 12 VF 5207) left Dadar around 5 pm for…
This Christmas season, tradition is sharing space with technology and imagination, as Mumbai’s festive markets roll out some unusual yet eye-catching décor options. From smart Christmas trees controlled by mobile apps to dinosaur figurines perched amid tinsel and lights, shoppers are spoilt for choice as retailers experiment with themes that appeal especially to children. On…
Mahim residents have complained to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) about personnel from a construction site ramming iron rods into the trunks of nine old but healthy trees near Paradise Cinema on Bhagoji Keer Road. In response to the complaints, officials from the civic body’s G North ward inspected the site on Thursday morning and…
Pyaar impossible At the trailer launch of Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri in Mumbai on Thursday (December 18), actor Kartik Aaryan spoke about the pressure that comes with romantic films, describing it as “a very difficult genre to crack”. The actor, who was last seen in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 (2024), a horror…
Earlier this week, Karan Johar announced that his banner Dharma Productions had acquired Cornerstone Sport and Entertainment’s stake in Dharma Cornerstone Agency (DCA), which used to be a joint venture between the filmmaker and talent manager Bunty Sajdeh. This marked the professional separation between the duo after a five-year run. Soon, Sajdeh’s Cornerstone partnered with…
Unstoppable action is what we got in the first look of King, which was unveiled on Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday on November 2. And there is more action coming. mid-day has learnt that the superstar, who briefly shot for Siddharth Anand’s directorial venture in early November, will resume filming on December 20, kicking off what…
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 19. Aries March 21 – April 20Wonderfully eclectic ideas emerge after an exchange of thoughts, perceptions and a coming together…
Mumbai University will hold its annual convocation ceremony on January 17, 2026. At the event, over 1.5 lakh graduates will receive degrees and 577 PhDs will be awarded, officials said on Thursday. The convocation ceremony will be held at 10 am at the Sir Cowasji Jehangir Convocation Hall in Fort, they said. At the ceremony,…
Members of the Marathi Abhyas Kendra staged a protest in Mumbai on Thursday, demanding action against the alleged closure, poor maintenance and reconstruction of BMC-run Marathi medium schools. The protest, which began at 10.30 am, saw large participation of supporters gathering at Hutatma Chowk before marching towards the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters on Mahanagarpalika…
Actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra`s house was reportedly raided by income tax officials on Thursday on suspicion of tax evasion. This comes a day after the income tax officials searched her restaurant, Bastian, in Bengaluru, in connection with an FIR filed for violation of rules. Income tax raid at Shilpa Shetty`s Mumbai home According to reports,…
The Eknath Shinde-Shiv Sena have received record number of women candidates` requests to contest the upcoming BMC Elections 2026 with more than 2,700 candidates so far interviewed for 227 municipal wards in Mumbai, the party said on Thursday. According to an official statement, the party conducted interviews at Rangsharda, organised constituency-wise based on Mumbai’s Lok…
A black-shouldered kite narrowly escaped death after becoming entangled in kite-flying manja and getting stuck on a tree branch along the Aarey forest road in Mumbai on Thursday evening. The bird was found hanging several feet above the ground, struggling to free itself and clearly in distress. The incident was first spotted by Imran Udat,…
The Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) has removed 3,778 unauthorised posters, banners and hoardings across the city since the Model Code of Conduct came into force for the upcoming Maharashtra local body elections, officials said on Thursday. The drive was carried out by the encroachment department between 4 pm on December 15, 2025, and December 18,…
NCP state president Sunil Tatkare, while speaking to the media on Wednesday, highlighted that the Nationalist Congress Party will make all efforts to ensure that coordination within the Mahayuti alliance is maintained. In view of strengthening the Mahayuti alliance, the NCP leader further clarified the party’s position for the upcoming BMC elections in 2026. NCP…
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has began gearing up for the upcoming municipal elections and the Mumbai civic chief on Thursday orders strict enforcement of Model Code of Conduct (MCC) in city. BMC Commissioner and District Election Officer Bhushan Gagrani directed election officers to personally inspect polling stations to ensure the smooth conduct of the BMC…
The ruling Mahayuti alliance has reached a consensus on 150 out of 227 seats in Mumbai for the January 15 BMC Election 2026, BJP leader Ameet Satam said on Thursday, reported the PTI. Addressing a press conference, Satam, who is also the BJP’s Mumbai chief, said discussions on the remaining 77 seats are ongoing and…
Western Railway has opened a digital lounge and co-working space at Mumbai Central station (Main Line) as part of its ongoing efforts to modernise passenger amenities, officials said on Thursday. This is the first such facility introduced by Western Railway and aims to provide a convenient and comfortable workspace within the railway station for passengers,…
Ahead of BMC elections 2026, the Congress Member of Legislative Council (MLC) Pradnya Satav joined the BJP on Thursday. The former Congress leader made this move hours after submitting her resignation from the Upper House of the Maharashtra legislature. While talking to the media on Thursday, Pradnya said, “My late husband, Rajeev, had certain plans…
Sunita Ahuja recently came out in support of veteran actress Jaya Bachchan after the latter faced backlash over her remarks on paparazzi culture. Sharing her perspective, the star wife stated that constant media attention can often become overwhelming, especially for public figures who are followed relentlessly. Sunita justified Jaya Bachchan`s reaction, saying it likely stemmed…
Maharashtra minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Manikrao Kokate has resigned from the state cabinet following a court verdict that upheld his conviction and two-year prison sentence in a cheating and forgery case. The resignation was confirmed on Thursday by NCP president and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. In a statement, Ajit Pawar said…
Two Mumbai residents were arrested with over 8 kg of gold worth around Rs 8 crore during a check in Kerala’s Palakkad, reported the PTI. The arrested persons have been identified as Sankith Ajay Jain (28) and Hidesh Shivram Selanki (23). The excise officials, while briefing about the incident, highlighted that the duo were intercepted…
Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar took to X to share his stance on the controversial act by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, which is being widely debated on social media. The CM recently, while honouring a young woman for her work, forcefully pulled down her hijab. The act led to massive outrage on social media. What…
Central Railway on Thursday said that it has stepped up action against unauthorised and ticketless travel, recovering penalties worth Rs 164.91 crore from 27.51 lakh passengers during the financial year 2025-26 (April to November), an official statement said. The railway said that the intensified ticket-checking drive is part of its commitment to ensure safe, smooth…
Research in health technology at the University of Mumbai has received international recognition, with an innovative health monitoring device design being granted legal protection in the United Kingdom. As per Mumbai University, the portable device has been registered under the UK Registered Designs framework, ensuring protection of its unique visual and structural features and preventing…
Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming epic Love & War stands among the most-awaited films, uniting Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, and Alia Bhatt for the first time in a cinematic collaboration that promises to be truly extraordinary. While SLB, as a director, always brings out the best in his actors, Vicky Kaushal, who is working with…
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis has said that infrastructure projects worth nearly Rs 2 lakh crore are currently underway across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). He said that Ambarnath and Badlapur in Thane district will see major benefits from upcoming Mumbai Metro and railway projects. The chief minister was addressing a public meeting in Ambarnath on…
Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar took to X to share his stance on the controversial act by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, which is being widely debated on social media. The CM recently, while honouring a young woman for her work, forcefully pulled down her hijab. The act left people divided, with some expressing anger over…
Western Railway, while sharing Mumbai local train updates, on Thursday said that it will operate a jumbo block between Vasai Road and Bhayandar stations on the intervening night of Friday and Saturday, 19-20 December 2025. The jumbo block will be operated to carry out essential maintenance work, an official statement said. The block will be…
Aditya Dhar`s Dhurandhar continues to dominate the box office, not only domestically but also globally. Starring Ranveer Singh, the film has grossed over Rs 650 crore worldwide in just 13 days. Interestingly, these numbers exclude Pakistan and six Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia and the UAE, which stalled the film because of its `anti-Pakistan` stance….
Amid much speculation, Karan Johar has cleared the air about changing the release date of his upcoming rom-com starring Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri. The film, which releases on December 25, will be competing at the box office with Ranveer Singh`s Dhurandhar, which is going strong since…
Filmmaker Karan Johar is over the moon after his movie Homebound, featuring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, got shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards in the `Best International Feature Film` category. The film has moved one step closer to an Oscar nomination by getting into the shortlist of 15 International movies. On Thursday,…
