CM calls for effective implementation of schemes for persons with disabilities

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, on Tuesday, underlined the necessity of efficiently implementing government policies meant to benefit the persons with disabilities. Speaking at a State Advisory Board meeting held at Mantralaya under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act of 2016, CM Shinde emphasised the importance of making all public spaces, including offices, schools,…

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Mumbai Police detain youth for performing dangerous stunts on road

The Azad Maidan Police detained one Pankaj Charaniya for allegedly performing dangerous stunts in South Mumbai`s Colaba area. According to a senior official, Charaniya was caught using technical investigation and CCTV footage and later fined as per the Bombay Police Act.  The police traced the taxi Charaniya used to travel, identifying the vehicle through visible…

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Australian PM Anthony Albanese takes selfie with Rani Mukerji, Karan Johar

Bollywood stars Karan Johar and Rani Mukerji on Tuesday met with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Karan and Rani visited the Australian Parliament House to celebrate the legacy and diversity of Indian cinema. Taking to Instagram, Anthony Albanese posted a picture from his meeting with Rani and Karan.”Rani Mukerji and @karanjohar are in Canberra promoting…

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Teacher held for raping teenage student in Palghar

The Palghar Police in Maharashtra have arrested a school teacher for allegedly raping a 14-year-old student on several occasions at his private tuition classes at Nalasopara in Palghar district, an official said on Tuesday, reported the PTI. The accused, identified as Amit Dubey (30), was arrested on Monday, he said. “The crime took place between…

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Rajkummar Rao says no to a Kabir Singh-like role

Casting for Kabir Singh wasn`t easy. The controversial movie brought to light issues of misogyny and domestic violence. Shahid Kapoor was eventually cast, and even though the character was tough to play, Shahid mentioned that he enjoyed the challenge of portraying an `unlikeable guy.`  The film faced criticism for issues like domestic violence and misogyny,…

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`Angry Young Men` trailer: Tracing the rise and split of Salim-Javed

Prime Video unveiled an intriguing and emotion-packed trailer for its upcoming Original docuseries, `Angry Young Men`. The three-part docuseries masterfully captures the personal and professional journey of the legendary writer-duo Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar, more popularly known as Salim-Javed. In the 1970s, they revolutionized Indian cinema by reinventing the Bollywood formula, introducing ‘angry young…

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Mumbai lakes have 92.85% useful water content, says civic body

The water levels in Mumbai`s seven reservoirs, which supply drinking water to the city, have reached 92.85 per cent on Tuesday, according to the civic body data. According to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the collective water stock in Mumbai lakes is currently at 13,43,910 million litres. Mumbai draws water from Tulsi, Tansa, Vehar, Bhatsa, Modak…

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Mumbai traffic police crack down on reckless e-bike riders

The Mumbai Traffic Police has initiated a special drive targeting electric bikes involved in traffic violations, including rash driving, jumping signals, and riding on footpaths. Offenders are being charged under the BNS and Motor Vehicles Act, including sections related to rash driving. “The Mumbai traffic division had received numerous complaints regarding traffic violations. It has…

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Gang conning senior citizens busted in Mumbai

The Khar police have busted a gang that targeted high-profile senior citizens and looted them under the pretext of selling them antique gold jewellery. The gang’s modus operandi involved a 55-year-old woman befriending high-profile women during their morning walk. After around a month of friendship, the accused woman would cook up a story about her…

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‘Weather caused 2023 Learjet crash in Mumbai’

A report has shed light on the factors that caused a Learjet 45XR to crash at Mumbai airport on September 14, 2023. All passengers sustained superficial injuries in the mishap while the first officer was left paralysed in both legs. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has in its report stated that weather conditions made…

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