Madhuri Dixit has witnessed the rise, reign, and reinvention of Bollywood’s biggest stars from the 90s. Having shared the screen with some of Hindi cinema’s most enduring superstars, Madhuri recently reflected on what has allowed actors from the 1990s to enjoy such remarkable longevity in an industry known for its unpredictability. Madhuri Dixit on 90s…
Akhtar Qutubuddin Husaini Ahmed, also known as Alexander Palmer, arrested in Versova for impersonating a BARC nuclear scientist, allegedly spent over two decades living as a behrupiya, posing under multiple identities across three major criminal cases. First case Ahmed’s criminal trail first emerged in 2003 in Meerut, where he was among 11 accused in a…
Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik on Wednesday said the State Transport Authority will take a decision about the bike taxi aggregators found violating rules, and said his department has so far filed 36 complaints against the erring operators, reported news agency PTI. In a video shared by the Transport Minister`s office after a review meeting…
‘O Romeo’ and his friends While the buzz around O Romeo remains relatively understated, the film is steadily emerging as a project of note. Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, it marks his much-anticipated reunion with Shahid Kapoor after Kaminey (2009), Haider (2014) and Rangoon (2017). The film also stars Triptii Dimri and Nana Patekar. Now we…
Despite the ongoing debate over dust pollution caused by red soil at Shivaji Park in Dadar, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has decided to surface two more playgrounds in South Mumbai with red soil — one near the Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Botanical Udyan and Zoo in Byculla and another close to Dockyard Road railway station,…
TLC for the Terminus Workers set up bamboo scaffolding for maintenance of a section of the iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Fort Thumri in Goa Vidhya Gopal (right) and Alok Ranjan Srivastava during the performance. Pic courtesy/IPRS It was an evening when the thumri met spoken poetry in Goa. The session at the Serendipity…
More than two months after it was declared dangerous and closed for public use, the foot overbridge (FOB) connecting Tagore Nagar and Kannamwar Nagar in Vikhroli continues to pose a serious risk to pedestrians. Located across the busy Eastern Express Highway (EEH), the defunct FOB has neither been repaired nor dismantled, leaving residents with little…
As thousands of students throng the IIT Bombay campus this week for ‘Mood Indigo’, the institute’s annual three-day cultural festival, many are unaware that a quiet security operation is unfolding around them. Blending into the festive crowds are eight women police officers from Powai police station, dressed in civilian clothes and carrying only their Mumbai…
Celebrity stylist and costume designer Rick Roy was to style for a Bollywood-themed segment in the British show, Rob & Romesh Vs, featuring comedians Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan. To his surprise, what began as a styling assignment soon turned into an on-screen role as director Graham Proud and producer Bill Brighton suggested that he…
Just a little past midnight on Wednesday, the team of Homebound in India received a news alert worth losing sleep over. Director Neeraj Ghaywan’s friendship drama, which was among the 86 contenders for the Best International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards, had secured a spot in the shortlist of 15. When mid-day reached…
A Kandivli family was left shocked after receiving an e-challan for a traffic offence allegedly committed in 2023 on a Mahindra XUV they bought only in February 2025, exposing glaring gaps in the city’s e-challan verification system. The car owner, Rajesh Yadav, a school principal from Malad, received an e-challan message on his registered mobile…
The BEST Museum at Anik has acquired a rare and crucial piece of Mumbai’s transport history: one of the oldest surviving handwritten records from the city’s horse tram era, dating back to around 1887, just 14 years after the company was founded. The find includes bound volumes titled Organisation Book – Bombay Tramway Company Ltd,…
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 18. Aries March 21 – April 20A business deal finally closes, with both parties being happy about it. Making an…
Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat on Wednesday accepted the request to allot state minister Manikrao Kokate’s portfolio to Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. The decision comes after Kokate’s conviction by the sessions court in Nashik. Kokate, a cabinet minister in the Mahayuti government, was recently convicted and sentenced to two years in prison in a housing…
Radhika Apte is currently basking in the success of her latest release, Saali Mohabbat. Amid the acclaim, the actress recently made an honest and unfiltered confession about being ill-treated by the producers of her debut film, Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi!. Radhika added that she would like to forget the film. Radhika Apte recalls horrible…
Fresh trouble is mounting for Maharashtra Sports Minister Manikrao Kokate, with his political future now under serious doubt. Kokate, an NCP MLA from Sinnar in Nashik district and a leader from Ajit Pawar’s faction, is likely to be dropped from the state cabinet, sources said. Kokate is currently a minister in the Mahayuti government, which…
Mumbai will soon be home to its first-ever Gen Z–themed Post Office, as India Post prepares to inaugurate a new, modern postal facility at the IIT Bombay campus. The Gen Z–themed Post Office will be officially inaugurated on December 18, 2025 at 11 am, officials said. An official statement said that the new Post Office…
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Wednesday approved a series of far-reaching regulatory reforms aimed at simplifying market regulations, lowering transaction costs and improving cost transparency, measures that are expected to boost investor participation across mutual funds, equity and debt markets. At its board meeting held in Mumbai, SEBI Chairman underlined the…
Dutch Foreign Minister David Weel on Tuesday met Maharashtra Chief Minister (CM) Devendra Fadnavis and discussed opportunities for cooperation in trade, economy, infrastructure and industrial development in the state. The meeting was held at the CM’s official residence, ‘Varsha’. Industries Department Secretary P Anbalgan, Secretary and Chief of Protocol Dr Rajesh Gawande, Investment and Policy…
A fire broke out at the entry point of the Mumbai Coastal Road on Wednesday evening, officials said, adding that following the incident the traffic has been diverted. According to the officials, Mumbai Coastal Road`s northbound entry point was temporarily closed after a fire broke out at the spot. “The reason for the blaze is…
The Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC) has made significant progress on infrastructure works at Badlapur railway station to enhance commuter safety, improve passenger amenities, and support the proposed 3rd and 4th railway lines between Kalyan and Badlapur, an official statement said. Several key facilities have already been commissioned to improve passenger movement and control trespassing….
The air quality in Mumbai has shown a notable improvement this year compared to the same period last year, according to official data released by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Last year, from December 1 to 16, the city’s air quality index (AQI) ranged between 158 and 167, while during the same period in…
The launch of the upcoming war drama Border 2’s teaser has triggered a powerful wave of excitement and patriotic pride across the country. The brief yet impactful glimpse into the film’s world captures the intensity, courage and emotional depth of India’s soldiers, instantly positioning the film as one of the most anticipated cinematic tributes to…
As Maharashtra gears up for civic elections, key urban bodies across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) are set to go to the polls together on January 15, 2026. The MMR, comprising Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, and parts of Raigad district, has nine municipal corporations, making the upcoming elections crucial for urban governance in the region. Mumbai,…
Bollywood actor Dino Morea, who is gearing up for his latest release, Four More Shots Season 4, has applauded actors Bobby Deol and Akshaye Khanna for creating a strong impact with their recent performances, and also noted how the digital era has amplified their reach. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, the actor also reminisced…
The release of the upcoming war drama Ikkis has been pushed by a week. The film, headlined by Agastya Nanda, was set to hit the big screens on December 25. However, on Wednesday, the makers announced that the film will now be released in theatres a week later, on January 1, 2026. This will mark…
Mumbai Congress chief Varsha Gaikwad and anti-corruption activist Anjali Damania on Wednesday demanded the immediate removal of Maharashtra Sports Minister Manikrao Kokate from the state cabinet after a sessions court upheld his conviction in a cheating and forgery case. Gaikwad accused the BJP-led Mahayuti government of protecting the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader despite the…
The Maharashtra Cabinet on Tuesday approved the promulgation of an ordinance to amend the Maharashtra Zilla Parishads and Panchayat Samitis Act, 1961, making the decision of the election returning officer on nomination papers final in district council and panchayat samiti elections. The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis….
The impact of the recently released film Dhurandhar has been profound, but for many. Among the many moments, actor Ranveer Singh`s performance in the 26/11 sequence has emerged as the emotional core of the film, drawing an overwhelming response from audiences, critics, and even survivors of the tragedy. Among the most powerful reactions is that…
Bollywood actress Wamiqa Gabbi, who will next be seen in a film with Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, calls the experience surreal, saying it feels like a childhood dream coming full circle. Wamiqa Gabbi on working in a Dharma film “It feels surreal,” Wamiqa said. “I’ve grown up on these films. To now be part of…
A day after overcrowding at the IIT Bombay`s Mood Indigo, the institute on Wednesday announced that it has cancelled all pre-registrations for events linked to its annual cultural festival, for Wednesday and Thursday. In a post shared on X, the institute said that entry for outsiders has been stopped for the next two days. Only…
Aditya Dhar’s directorial Dhurandhar has no intention of slowing down at the box office. The film, which is currently in its second week, has broken yet another record. The film refuses to budge even on weekdays in its second week, which is quite a remarkable feat for the Ranveer Singh-starrer. Dhurandhar box office On Thursday,…
Kumar Sanu has filed a defamation suit against his ex-wife Rita Bhattacharya at the Bombay High Court. The renowned singer filed the case seeking Rs 30 lakh in damages and the removal of interviews in which she allegedly spoke ill of him. Kumar Sanu and Rita’s divorce was legally confirmed in 2001. The defamation suit…
Singer Neha Kakkar has once again been the subject of social media controversy following the release of her latest single Candy Shop. While the song was intended to be a pleasant, high-energy number, it has sparked criticism online. Many social media users have cruelly trolled the artist for what they call “vulgar” songs, “cringe” dance,…
A Mumbai police constable has rescued a 9-foot-long python from a duct outside a park in the city`s Dharavi area, an official said. A video of the rescue has gone viral on social media, and the city police also uploaded it on their X account. Fearless in Uniform: PC Sachin More Rescues 9-Foot Python in…
On Tuesday, reports emerged that Shilpa Shetty’s restaurant Bastian had landed in legal trouble after an FIR was filed against its Bengaluru outlet. Co-owned by the actress, Bastian has outlets in Mumbai, Goa, and Bengaluru. The Bengaluru police reportedly registered the FIR for alleged violations of operating rules. Soon after the reports surfaced, Shilpa took…
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Wednesday said his party chief Uddhav Thackeray and MNS president Raj Thackeray will hold joint rallies in Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra for the January 15 civic polls, reported news agency PTI. Speaking to reporters, Raut also claimed that the ruling BJP`s decision to keep the Ajit…
Actress Preity Zinta is the latest celeb to join the long list of admirers for Aditya Dhar`s Dhurandhar. The Kal Ho Naa Ho actress admitted that the Ranveer Singh starrer is one of the best films she has witnessed in a long time. Lauding the impeccable cast of the spy thriller, she penned on…
Bollywood actor Dino Morea has lost his father, Ronnie Morea. The actor took to social media to pen a heartfelt and emotional note remembering his late father. While he did not reveal the cause of his father’s demise, Dino shared some of his most cherished memories, expressing how deeply he misses his presence. Dino Morea…
Mumbai on Wednesday witnessed tense scenes during the morning rush hour after an AC fast local train on the Central Railway line failed to open its doors at Dadar station, forcing commuters to alight at the next stop, Byculla, around 6.4 km away. The incident involved the 10:42 am Badlapur–CSMT AC local, which halted at…
