A brazen armed robbery at a jewellery shop in Seawoods has sent shockwaves across Navi Mumbai. Three men dressed in burqas stormed the Sangam Gold Jewellery store at Sector-42 in Seawoods and looted gold at gunpoint on Monday. The entire incident has been captured on CCTV cameras, providing crucial leads to the police. According to…
Days after a Hindu man named Dipu Chandra Das was killed in Bangladesh, there has been concern escalating to anger and outrage here. Hindu outfit Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has specifically announced that they will lead a protest outside the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Mumbai’s Cuffe Parade on Tuesday afternoon. The announcement was made…
Residents of E Ward in the city will face water supply disruptions on Tuesday until 4:00 PM, as the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) carries out diversion work on a 2400 mm diameter overhead water pipeline. The project, part of Metro Line 7-A construction in Bamnwada and Vile Parle East, could not be completed on schedule…
Inside the Canara Bank branch at the Bandra-Kurla-Complex (BKC), fraudsters posing as a bank manager and an agent cheated a real estate developer of Rs 11 lakh in cash on the pretext of sanctioning a Rs 100 crore loan. After exiting the bank, the accused allegedly wore a jacket with “police” written on it in…
Sway with me Two performers move in tandem during a dance sequence from Isha Sharvani’s production, KiN, at NCPA’s Jamshed Bhabha Auditorium in Nariman Point Goa says, ‘Waah Ustad!’ The screen displays a photograph from Dayanita Singh’s collection during the performance at the Serendipity Arts Festival. Pic Courtesy/@zubinbalaporia Among the many musical delights — including…
To bring transparency in the process of redevelopment or self-development of Mumbai’s old buildings, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is set to start a new web-based programme for applications during redevelopment, and to facilitate interactions between housing societies, developers, consultants, financial institutions, the BMC’s own departments, other statutory authorities, and citizens. This will ease the…
A Malad East-based gas agency owner was allegedly extorted of nearly Rs 99 lakh over more than a year by a gang that impersonated senior Mumbai Police officers, police said. The Dindoshi police station has arrested a 39-year-old accused, who is part of the gang, and is investigating the full extent of the racket. According…
The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) is set to begin commercial operations on December 25, offering a major connectivity boost to the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. While the airport is planned as a multi-modal hub with future rail, Metro, road and waterway links, only limited transport options will be available to the public in the initial…
Something’s brewing Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Gurinder Chadha. Pics/PTI, AFP Filmmaker Gurinder Chadha has expressed her admiration for Priyanka Chopra Jonas, highlighting her desire to collaborate again in the future. Speaking to PTI, the director said, “I would love to find the right thing for her” for a project. Gurinder, known for Bend It Like…
Preparations for the highly anticipated Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) election have had an unintended impact on staff and students at Wilson College, which overlooks Girgaon Chowpatty. Seven spaces on the college’s ground floor, including the assembly hall, lecture, audio-visual, and common rooms, have been put to use for election duty, taking a toll on academic…
Even as people are winding down their work in the last 10 days of the year, filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj is going full throttle on his next, O` Romeo. We have heard that the filmmaker and leading man Shahid Kapoor will conduct a quick shoot at Vrundavan Studios in Malad, on December 28, marking the last…
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 23. Aries March 21 – April 20Being completely involved in the project at hand makes you wish this focus remains…
Maharashtra has recorded a decline in deaths caused by road accidents in 2025 compared to the previous year, according to data released by the state transport department. Officials said that the reduction reflects the positive impact of continuous road safety measures implemented across the state. Overall fall in accident deaths across state As per figures…
The Congress party on Monday announced key points from its manifesto ahead of the BMC Elections 2026, promising measures ranging from permanent immersion ponds for Chhath Puja to protection of the dignity and livelihood of North Indians, and a transparent hawker policy, reported the PTI. A document was released by the party’s North Indian cell…
Choreographer Vijay Ganguly has cleared the air around his recent statement about Tamannaah Bhatia being rejected by director Aditya Dhar for the Shararat song from Dhurandhar. The choreographer took to his social media to clarify that the actress was never under consideration for the part. Vijay Ganguly clarifies his statement Vijay penned a long note…
The Delhi High Court recently passed an ad interim injunction on Monday protecting the personality rights of actor R Madhavan. The court alsio restrainted the misuse of his name, image, likeness and other personality traits. The order was passed during a hearing when the court heard his civil suit against the circulation of deepfake, AI-generated…
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan will soon turn 60. Ahead of his milestone birthday, the star took to his social media handles and shared some gym pictures of himself. The actor flexed his muscles and flaunted his fitness at the age of 59. Salman Khan drops gym looks Salman Khan took to social media to share…
A fire broke out at a private hospital in Mumbai’s Grant Road area on Monday afternoon, prompting the temporary evacuation of around 250 people, including patients, doctors and hospital staff, officials said, reported the PTI. No injuries were reported in the incident, and the cause of the fire was not immediately known. According to civic…
As Dhurandhar`s historic run continues at the box office, the film has created one more record on day 17 since its release on December 5, 2025. The Ranveer Singh starrer has marched on to become the highest-grossing film of the year, leaving the likes of Kantara Chapter 1, Chhaava and Saiyaara behind. Dhurandhar becomes the…
The Congress has secured a notable victory in the elections to 288 municipal councils and nagar panchayats across Maharashtra, winning 41 municipal presidents and 1,006 councillors statewide, reported the IANS. State Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal said that on Monday that the party fought the elections on the strength of its ideology despite facing extremely challenging…
Aditya Dhar`s Dhurandhar has been garnering a lot of praise and acclaim ever since it hit the theatres on December 5, 2025. The film has also created history at the box office, becoming the 2025 highest grossing films. With several celebrities also praising the film, Shilpa Shetty has now taken to social media to praise…
Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) spokesperson Anand Dubey on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Congress, describing it as a `tourist party` with little relevance in Mumbai’s civic politics, as party`s preparations intensify for the upcoming BMC Elections 2026, reported the IANS. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections are scheduled for next month. Dubey`s…
Harsh Chhaya and Shefali Shah`s split in 2000 was widely publicised at the time. After nearly six years of marriage, the couple separated. Harsh just posted a mysterious comment on Facebook about an actor couple who separated over 25 to 30 years ago. Netizens speculated that the actor`s now-deleted message was directed at his ex-wife,…
Last-minute discussions between Shiv Sena (UBT) and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) continued on Monday as both parties attempted to finalise an alliance for the upcoming BMC Elections 2026, reported the PTI. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections in Mumbai are scheduled for next month. Despite repeated claims from leaders on both sides that talks…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) administration and the election machinery are fully committed to conducting the 2025–26 BMC general elections in a free, fair, transparent and disciplined manner, Municipal Commissioner and District Election Officer Bhushan Gagrani said on Monday. Addressing representatives of various political parties at a meeting held at the BMC headquarters, Gagrani said…
Veteran actress Zeenat Aman has shared an interesting behind-the-scenes memory from her early days in Bollywood. During her appearance on Indian Idol 16, she revealed how legendary dancer and actor Helen guided her and other heroines in mastering on-screen essentials like contact lenses, eyelashes, and wigs. Zeenat Aman says Helen influenced her look Reflecting on…
Actor Danish Pandor turned a year older today and is currently basking in the success of the recently released film Dhurandhar. In the film, he essays the role of Uzar Balochi, the trusted aide of Rehman Dikaith. His performance, along with his on-screen chemistry with Ranveer Singh, has been widely appreciated by audiences. Aahana Kumra`s…
Actress Priyanka Chopra joined her husband Nick Jonas and the Jonas brothers for their oh-so-famous pre-show ritual. Nick posted a fun video on his Instagram, where he, PeeCee, and brother Kevin Jonas, Joe Jonas, were seen grooving on the old Bollywood banger, Aap Jaisa Koi from the 1980 release Qurbani featuring Feroz Khan, Vinod Khanna,…
Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC on Sunday dismissed the opposition’s remarks on the outcome of the local body elections in Maharashtra, saying they believed only in “a set match”, while the Mahayuti’s victory was the result of grassroots work and development politics. “They believe in a set match only. We who work on the ground….
The Bombay High Court on Monday dismissed a PIL seeking a CBI probe against NCP (SP) leader Sharad Pawar, his daughter and Baramati MP Supriya Sule as well as his nephew and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar for alleged illegal permissions given to the Lavasa hill station project in Pune. A bench of Chief…
Director Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar has emerged as a box-office juggernaut since its theatrical release on December 5. The film, which stars Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal, and Sanjay Dutt in pivotal roles, has already crossed Rs 500 crore at the Indian box office. Arjun Rampal turns DJ, plays FA9LA Following the film’s release, the…
Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone turned the Mumbai airport into a moment of effortless star power on Monday morning, walking in hand-in-hand and twinning in coordinated winter blacks and greys. The power couple moved with calm, confident ease, a visual of two stars grounded in their space, but very much aware of the frenzy they…
The Shiv Sena (UBT) on Monday alleged that the BJP-led Mahayuti won the elections to the nagar parishad and nagar panchayat in Maharashtra due to money and muscle power, reported news agency IANS. The party in its mouthpiece, `Saamana`, said that if “these victories are to be bought with money, then the pride and honour…
Actor Aditya Pancholi wished Govinda on his birthday by paying a heartfelt tribute to their friendship, which has stood the test of time. He said that the foundation of their friendship was laid the day they first met. Calling Govinda `one of a kind`, Pancholi wrote on his X (Previously known as Twitter), “HappyBirthdayGovinda I…
Maharashtra BJP president Ravindra Chavan said the saffron party`s grassroots outreach across the state and development-oriented vision helped it emerge victorious in the Maharashtra local body elections, reported news agency PTI. The Mahayuti alliance of the BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP on Sunday swept the elections to 288 municipal councils and nagar panchayats, winning 207…
The Hindi film Drishyam is not just a film franchise but cinema pop culture. It not only smashed box office records but created a new genre of ‘Family thriller’. Vijay Salgaonkar played by Ajay Devgn became an Iconic character, defining the role of a father and what he can do for his family. A simple…
It`s been almost three weeks since the release of Aditya Dhar`s film Dhurandhar, and the spy drama continues to receive strong praise from moviegoers and people from the film industry. Even weeks after its release, the film is still being talked about for its story, action, and message. Actor and politician Kangana Ranaut is the…
Actor Rajat Bedi expressed heartfelt gratitude towards Rakesh Roshan, who had cast the actor in the 2003 film Koi… Mil Gaya, and tagged the veteran filmmaker as the one who gave him a role that’s kept him alive till today. In the 2003 film, Rajat played the iconic character Raj Saxena. It turned out to…
Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty has paid a heartfelt tribute to her late father, remembering him on his 85th birth anniversary. Taking to Instagram, Shilpa shared old pictures with her dad, capturing the strong bond between the father-daughter duo. The post also featured a priceless moment showing Shilpa`s father with her son, Viaan. …
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan fondly remembered his late mother, Teji Bachchan, on her 18th death anniversary, marking the day with an emotional tribute on his blog. The actor shared a photograph of his mother and dedicated the day entirely to her memory, expressing his feelings through a deeply personal note. Amitabh Bachchan pens a heartfelt note…
