As part of World Wildlife Week (2nd–8th October), the Forest Department of Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP) organised an interactive awareness session for students of Aarey Colony High School. The school, located on the edge of a forested area, offered an ideal setting to educate children about coexisting with wildlife — especially leopards and snakes,…
In a remarkable operation, the Naigaon Police have arrested a murder accused who had been absconding for nearly five months. The accused has been identified as Sunil Kharpat Prajapati (35). Sunil was traced and arrested from a ship docked at Okha Port in Dwarka, Gujarat, where he had been hiding to evade the arrest. According…
Amid the concerning weather conditions in the last few days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an update on the development of the severe cyclonic storm named “Shakhti”. As per the IMD, the cyclonic storm has been moving westward at a speed of 18 kmph over the past six hours. Severe CyclonicStorm “Shakhti” [Pronunciation:…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Friday announced that two major infrastructure projects—the Goregaon–Mulund Link Road and the Mumbai Coastal Road (North)—will be expedited following directives from BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani. The decision comes after Gagrani conducted an on-site inspection of key project locations earlier today. During the inspection, Gagrani emphasised the need to fast-track…
In a significant move aimed at improving public transport convenience, the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) launched a new app, “Aapli ST”, designed to provide real-time tracking of State Transport (ST) buses across the state. The launch coincided with Dussehra celebrations and is expected to enhance the commuting experience for thousands of passengers who…
The weather conditions in Maharashtra in the next few hours seem to be extremely concerning. With Cyclone Shakhti approaching the coastal region of Maharashtra, the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Mumbai, has also issued a yellow alert for multiple districts in Maharashtra on October 4. The yellow alert for various districts by the IMD is for…
Anshula Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor`s sister, got engaged to her boyfriend Rohan Thakkar on October 2. Her father, Boney Kapoor, hosted a modest engagement ceremony at his Bandra home, and the entire Kapoor clan was seen there. Two days later, Anshula has finally revealed official images from the `Gor Dhana`, or engagement ceremony. She uploaded gorgeous…
A powerloom worker, who had been on the run in a rape and murder case involving a six-year-old girl, allegedly sexually assaulted and killed another child in Maharashtra`s Thane district, police said on Saturday, reported news agency PTI. The police have arrested the 33-year-old man in connection with the incident that occurred in Bhiwandi town…
A court in Maharashtra`s Thane district sentenced a 75-year-old man to three years of rigorous imprisonment for molesting two minor girls in a housing complex, reported news agency PTI. Special Judge Ruby U Malvankar convicted the accused, Pratapmal Hansraj Kothari, of charges under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and section 354…
Mental Health has become an essential aspect of mainstream conversation, among Gen Z especially in recent times. From social media to boardrooms, the subject is spoken about more openly than ever before. Yet, there remains a gap between awareness and action. The conversations are happening, but translating them into everyday lifestyle changes and practical support…
The police have filed a case against the driver of actor Farhan Akhtar`s mother, Honey Irani, and an employee of a petrol outlet near Bandra Lake. The accused driver, Naresh Singh, 35, allegedly used Akhtar`s cards to fuel Irani`s vehicles. However, he simply swiped the cards at the petrol pump, and an employee, Arun Singh,…
Three people, including a US national, were arrested on Saturday for allegedly attempting to convert to Christianity residents of a village in Maharashtra`s Thane district, police said, reported news agency PTI. The arrests were made based on a complaint lodged by a villager, who claimed that the accused had held a gathering outside a resident`s…
Five people were arrested with LSD and ganja worth Rs 6.18 lakh in separate operations by the police in Maharashtra`s Palghar district, an official said on Saturday, reported news agency PTI. The Mira Bhayandar-Vasai Virar (MBVV) police made the seizures last week as part of their anti-narcotics campaign, the official said. Assistant Commissioner of Police…
Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor recently sparked fan excitement when they were photographed at the airport. The viral videos of the two embracing each other with hugs at the airport went global. It is unclear whether the two are travelling together. The viral videos showed Deepika and Ranbir arriving at the airport in separate cars….
The Government Railway Police (GRP) have arrested a 33-year-old woman allegedly involved in a series of thefts in Thane railway station in Maharashtra and recovered stolen jewellery worth Rs 2.72 lakh from her, an official said on Saturday, reported news agency PTI. With the arrest, the GRP claims to have solved six theft cases reported…
Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC has welcomed the Maharashtra government`s decision to allow shops to operate 24/7 in Mumbai, excluding liquor outlets, reported news agency ANI. According to Shaina NC, Mumbai`s global status and infrastructure make it an ideal city for extended shopping hours. “Mumbai is a global city. Look at the infrastructure. Look at…
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda, who had been reported to be dating for several years, are now engaged. As reports about the couple`s engagement spread on social media on Friday, Vijay`s team confirmed the news to Hindustan Times on Saturday morning. The specifics of Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika`s engagement have yet to be announced. His…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued Cyclone Shakhti warning for some districts of Maharashtra, with high to moderate cyclone warning between October 3 and 7. According to the release, the warning covers Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg. The wind speed, reaching 45-55 kmph and gusting to 65 kmph, is likely to prevail…
If things had gone as planned, the audience would have seen the yet-untitled Richa Chadha and Sumeet Vyas-starrer by now. But the film, shot in 2023, has been waiting in the wings for almost two years with no release date in sight. A source shares, “With the shoot and post-production done, the film was ready…
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 99.10 per cent. As per the BMC on Saturday (October 4), the collective…
Mumbai is expected to experience partly cloudy skies on Saturday, with light to moderate spells of rain likely across both the city and its suburbs. Residents are advised to carry umbrellas and exercise caution in areas prone to waterlogging. The IMD`s Santacruz observatory recorded a maximum temperature of 31.3 degrees Celsius and a minimum of…
‘Homebound’ compensation row Neeraj Ghaywan Filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan has dismissed reports that the family whose story inspired his Oscar-shortlisted film Homebound was paid only R10,000. The director clarified on X that the sum was a token he had personally given Amrit’s father years ago during research, not the full compensation. “Please do not mistake this…
The Dahisar police arrested a 28-year-old chain-snatcher who tried to escape to Bihar after robbing a senior citizen of her gold chain worth Rs 80,000 in Dahisar East on September 30. The accused, identified as Gayasuddin Shaikh, boarded the Dagrugarh Express bound for Bihar. But swift coordination between Dahisar police and the Railway Protection Force…
‘Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1’U/A: Adventure, drama, thillerDir: Rishab ShettyCast: Rishab Shetty, Jayaram, Vasanth, Gulshan DevaiahRating: ****1/2 After getting into the lift of a Mumbai suburban mall to catch the late night show of Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1, we overheard an exchange between two young men. “Bollywood khatam hai. Hum bas Adipurush hi bana sakte…
The 75-year-old Hotel And Restaurant Association (Western India) or HRAWI has welcomed the state government’s decision permitting shops, hotels, restaurants, and other establishments across Maharashtra to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The decision, announced via a circular dated October 1, is what they call a “landmark development”. “This decision empowers businesses…
The state government has announced that the new airport on the outskirts of Mumbai will be named ‘Loknete DB Patil Navi Mumbai International Airport’. Besides Navi Mumbai, the Maharashtra government has also proposed renaming Pune airport after Jagadguru Sant Tukaram and Chhatrapati Sambhjinagar Airport (formerly Aurangabad airport) after Chhatrapati Sambhaji Mahraj. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis…
As Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) gears up for its scheduled inauguration, anticipation is running high. Billed as one of India’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, it promises not just to ease the pressure off Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, but also to transform its surrounding area into a business, financial, and connectivity hub. In…
If your car runs out of petrol far away from home, think twice before seeking help from strangers. The Bandra police have arrested two men who allegedly robbed a man on the pretext of helping him refuel his vehicle. The arrested accused have been identified as Avez Nazmullah Chaudhary, 30, a resident of MHADA Colony,…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is set to revive the Mahim Koliwada Seafood Plaza, a weekend seafood market located at Mahim Beach, before Diwali this year. Closed during the monsoon season — June to September — the seafood plaza has frequently run into internal political disputes, leading to it being closed intermittently since it was…
In September, Pankaj Tripathi reported to the shoot of Mirzapur: The Film in Mumbai. Mention the movie, and the actor smiles at the symmetry of his journey with the franchise. “I began filming the series with the last scene of that season. Now, after all these years, my first day was again spent shooting the…
KEM Hospital, Parel, has rolled out its upgraded Health Management Information System (HMIS) from October 2, aiming to create a single digital platform for patient registration, bed monitoring, medicine inventories, and operation theatre schedules in real time. “The HMIS platform will provide doctors instant access to patient records, lab reports, and treatment histories, eliminating the…
A Community dog named Tatya, who had lived in a Bhandup West housing society for over a decade, was allegedly killed inside the premises on Friday morning. Shocked residents lodged an FIR against an unidentified person at the Bhandup police station. Police are now scanning CCTV footage to identify the accused. The incident occurred at…
Have you ever heard a song that made you laugh? Arshad Warsi hadn’t, until he heard Ghafoor, his entry song in The Ba***ds of Bollywood. Among the many things in the Netflix series that the internet can’t get enough of is the actor’s extended cameo as Ghafoor, a dreaded gangster. Warsi attributes it to the…
My husband sustained four facial fractures because of a motorist who abruptly opened the door of his car without looking around in Bandra East. After my husband’s bike collided with the door, the driver fled, Shivaji Vishnu Yelkar`s wife, Asha Yelkar, told mid-day. Shivaji, a resident of Santacruz East and a sweeping contractor, is convalescing…
An assistant sub-inspector (ASI) attached to the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) police station was cheated of Rs 94,103 through a fake bank message. The victim, identified as ASI Sachin Chavan, 52, believed a caller who claimed he had mistakenly transferred money into Chavan’s account, only to be duped by a cleverly faked credit SMS. The…
Every Thursday and Saturday, Santosh Kulkarni, 61, quietly takes his place near Tilak Road and outside the Gajanan Maharaj temple on Bhagat Singh Road in Dombivli. Locals recognise him. Some offer water. A few stop to listen. Most walk by, unaware that this soft-spoken man in dark glasses is a survivor of the 1984 Bhopal…
A 35-year-old athlete and dancer, Neetu Mehta, was denied entry into a Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) bus despite the vehicle being equipped with a wheelchair-accessible lift. Mehta, a resident of Charni Road, said the issue was not the lack of infrastructure but awareness and preparedness, as the bus conductor and driver admitted they…
Since the opening of the Santacruz–Chembur Link Road (SCLR) extension on August 14, the route has been plagued by heavy congestion. To tackle the bottleneck, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has begun widening the northbound stretch of the Western Express Highway (WEH) by adding an extra lane near the Milan subway. Service road jam-packed with…
Elephant in the room Students at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Vidyalaya in Dharavi marvel at Ely, a life-like mechanical baby elephant. ‘Without Zubin Mehta we wouldn’t be here’ With this glowing introductory tribute to honour the maestro, Mehroo Jeejeebhoy, founder-trustee, Mehli Mehta Music Foundation (MMMF), opened up the conversation that followed the launch of Encore, last…
Bollywood actress Raveena Tandon, who is known to be well-known for her powerful performances and candid opinions, recently opened up about the ongoing controversial debate surrounding the rising entourage costs of actors. During the conversation, she also shared how she and her daughter, Rasha, would use the same vanity van on sets. Raveena Tandon reacts…
