Following the release of the IIT Roorkee report, which recommended constructing a 52-million-litre additional tank to repair the Malabar Hill reservoir, residents and activists have raised objections, claiming the report is based on incorrect data provided by the BMC. The report from IIT Roorkee states that the total usable storage for tanks 1A, 1B, and…
Aromas of a festival With the build-up for Ganeshotsav having begun, a shopkeeper is surrounded by decorations in his store in Crawford Market. A wheeling success Arhant Joshi in Coimbatore Arhant Joshi, a freestyle skater, won a bronze and a gold medal at the India Skates Game hosted in Coimbatore last weekend. “I was representing…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) had announced in April that it would double the property tax on shops and establishments that didn’t display Marathi signboards. However, the civic body is now reconsidering this move due to concerns that, in some cases, the fine collected may exceed the property tax of the shop or establishment concerned….
Setting August 15 as the deadline for local MLA Mangesh Kudalkar to address the Kurla dairy plot issue, slated for inclusion in the Dharavi redevelopment scheme, residents have formed a citizen movement called Lok Chalwal. They warned authorities not to test their patience and threatened to flood the streets in protest against what they call…
The police seem to have zeroed in on the motive behind the killing of Arshad Ali Shaikh, a deaf-and-mute man, in Pydhonie last week. Cops said that the murder could have been orchestrated at the behest of a Belgium-based NRI, who had a grudge against the deceased whom he possibly deemed too powerful in the…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has removed an executive engineer from overseeing the Gokhale bridge project due to delays. The assembly of the second girder for the Gokhale bridge in Andheri, Mumbai, is now expected to be finished by the third week of August, with the girder launch slated for October. The first part of…
The first time Shah Rukh Khan dubbed for the Hindi version of a Hollywood film was The Incredibles (2004). Five years ago, he teamed up with son Aryan for The Lion King (2019). The superstar lent his voice to the protagonist, Mufasa, and his son to Simba. The upcoming sequel, Mufasa: The Lion King, sees…
Doctors at medical college hospitals across the city are voicing concern about campus security following the rape and murder of a doctor at a Kolkata hospital last Friday. The incident has spread a sense of fear among resident doctors, particularly those on night duty, leading to urgent demands for improved safety measures. “Hospital authorities must…
Sharvari’s star is on the rise after the unexpected success of Munjya. The actor followed it up with Maharaj. But her third release of the year, Vedaa, is of prime importance to her. Reason? Nikkhil Advani’s directorial venture is her first stab at playing the titular role. If starring in and as is tough, matching…
The Malad police have arrested a 32-year-old woman for allegedly cheating a couple and their friends of Rs 35 lakh of the Rs 59 lakh that she had collected by promising them seven to eight per cent monthly returns on their investment in her business. The arrested woman, Soumya Rakesh Bharadwaj, was taken into custody…
A scuffle over a mere Rs 25 auto fare led to a fatal confrontation resulting in the death of Muslim Chakkan Ali, a 24-year-old worker in a garment factory. The incident took place around 1:30 AM on August 12, 2024, near Palace Residency Bar on LBS Road, Kurla. According to the police, the altercation broke…
Indian Muslims for Secular Democracy (IMSD) strongly condemned the attack on the life and property of Bangladeshi Hindus. In a statement released on Monday, the IMSD said, “Communalism is a sub-continental malaise and must be fought across borders. We call upon Muslim organisations and individuals in India to strongly condemn the targeting of minorities in…
The late superstar actor Sridevi will forever be remembered for the varied roles she portrayed in her career spanning many years. Although her life was out there in the media, there are still some facts about her you might not know. On Sridevi’s birth anniversary, let`s take a look at five unknown facts about the…
The late Sridevi`s journey from the South Indian film industry to Hindi cinema is a tale of determination, adaptability, and the creation of a true legend. Born in Tamil Nadu, Sridevi started her acting career in South Indian films at a young age. Her expressive eyes, graceful dance, and outstanding acting skills quickly brought her…
The late Sridevi is remembered not just for her impeccable acting but also for her iconic dance numbers. The actress has given some of the most loved iconic songs which are still very much a part of our playlists. On late Sridevi`s birth anniversary, here`s looking at 5 songs that top our list, from Hawa…
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam has alleged that Uddhav Thackeray, chief of Shiv Sena (UBT), held a secret meeting with the Gupta family during his recent visit to Delhi. The Gupta family has been implicated in various scams in South Africa. Nirupam stated that while Thackeray`s meetings with leaders of the INDIA bloc were widely…
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam has stated that recent claims made by US-based short seller Hindenburg Research against SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Buch are part of a plan to disrupt the Indian stock market. He also accused the Congress Party of backing this agenda amid the Hindenburg-Adani-SEBI row. Nirupam told ANI on Monday that Hindenburg is…
On Monday, the Bombay High Court instructed Indrani Mukerjea, the primary accused in the Sheena Bora murder case, to consider conducting bank-related work in Spain and the United Kingdom from India rather than flying there. Justice SC Chandak, who presided over a single bench, stated that if the work was legitimate and required Mukerjea`s physical…
The Central Railway on Monday said that it will be running four special trains between LTT Mumbai and Velankanni for the upcoming Velankanni festival 2024. In an official statement, the Central Railway said that it has decided to run as many as four special trains between LTT Mumbai and Velankanni to clear the extra rush of…
Resident doctors of Maharashtra announced an indefinite strike from Tuesday to show solidarity with their colleagues who are protesting across the nation against the Kolkata doctor rape-murder case, reported the PTI. A post graduate trainee was allegedly raped-murdered in Kolkata`s RG Kar Medical College. The body of the woman postgraduate trainee was found in a…
Popular Pakistani singer Haniya Aslam, known for her Coke Studio hits `Laili Jaan`, `Bibi Sanam`, `Paimona`, and `Chup`, has died. She was 39 when she breathed her last on Sunday night due to cardiac arrest. Her cousin and musical collaborator Zeb Bangash confirmed on social media. Bangash paid tribute to Haniya by sharing pictures of…
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has approved the creation of breeding centres for otters, vultures, and wild buffaloes as part of the state`s wildlife conservation efforts. The decision was taken today during a meeting of the State Wildlife Board, which also included Forest Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar, several MLAs, and senior government officials, stated a communique…
A 12-year-old boy allegedly killed himself by hanging at his house in Maharashtra`s Thane district, the police said on Monday, adding that a probe in the matter was underway, reported the PTI. According to the PTI, the incident took place on Sunday in Kalyan town of Maharashtra, they said adding a suicide note was recovered…
Bollywood actress Ananya Panday has sought divine blessings from Lord Shiva on the occasion of the fourth ‘Shravan Somvaar’. Ananya took to her Instagram, where she shared a picture of herself posing next to Shiva Linga, adorned with flowers. She is seen sitting with folded hands as the picture was taken. She then shared a…
Maharashtra head of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chandrasekhar Bawankule claimed that Uddhav Thackeray`s criticism of the `Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Yojana` comes from his concern about losing the impending Maharashtra assembly election. Bawankule made these remarks during a press conference at the BJP state headquarters on Monday, which was attended by BJP Mahila Morcha State…
On Monday, Supriya Sule, the working president of the Nationalist Congress Party (SP), questioned the Maharashtra government`s Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Yojana, implying that the ruling alliance believes money can be used to win both relationships and elections, reported PTI. The scheme, launched by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in last month`s state budget, provides financial…
Actress and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut’ is gearing up for the release of her next film, titled `Emergency. The trailer of the much-awaited trailer will be launched on 14th August, 2024. The political drama, which explores a significant and controversial period in Indian democracy, is set to hit theaters worldwide on September 6, 2024. Backed…
The Sharad Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP SP) working president Supriya Sule on Monday said there should be a discussion in Parliament on the Hindenburg Research`s allegations against SEBI chairperson Madhabi Buch, reported the PTI. According to the PTI, short-seller Hindenburg Research on Saturday launched a broadside against the Securities and Exchange Board of India…
Jackie Shroff has his own trademark style; the way the actor meets, talks, and walks has its own fan base. In May this year, the actor moved Delhi High Court to seek protection of his personality and publicity rights. The suit was filed against various entities using his name, photographs, voice, and the word “Bhidu”…
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday announced that several irrigation projects have been approved to improve farmers` conditions, and the state is working to produce 9,200 megawatts of solar energy, an official statement said. CM Shinde highlighted the importance of focusing on key areas like agriculture, health, education, environment, infrastructure, and energy to achieve…
The stock markets showed resilience on Monday during mid-trading, shrugging off concerns raised by the recent Hindenburg report. Despite opening with a slight dip, both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) Sensex and Nifty 50 indices managed to recover during mid-day trading, moving into positive territory, indicating investor confidence and market strength. BSE Sensex had climbed…
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP SP) chief Sharad Pawar on Monday said that he recently met Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde to discuss the Maratha quota and urged him to call for an all-party meeting on the issue, the ANI reported. During their meeting, Sharad Pawar suggested that the Chief Minister should convene an all-party meeting…
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Kirit Somaiya on Monday demanded strict action against Hindenburg for it recent report and said that the `sole purpose was to pull stock market down.` In an official statement, Kirit Somaiya, former Member of Parliament and President of the Investor Grievances Forum, has criticised the new report from Hindenburg Research….
Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwariya Rai`s divorce rumours are growing day by day. These speculations caught fire after Abhishek liked a post about divorce. While the couple hasn`t shared anything, multiple reports claimed that Bachchan spoke to an international media outlet about the ongoing divorce rumours. Times of India has claimed that Abhishek spoke to Bollywood UK…
All the 10 Adani Group stocks slumped in early trade on Monday, with Adani Energy tumbling 17 per cent, after the US short-seller Hindenburg Research alleged that Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch and her husband had undisclosed investments in obscure offshore funds in Bermuda and Mauritius, the same entities…
The police on Monday said that a 40-year-old woman software engineer from Thane district in Maharashtra has allegedly been cheated of Rs 91.05 lakh in a share trading fraud, reported news agency PTI. The police have registered a case against three persons in this connection. The accused contacted the Thane software engineer, resident of Shankeshwar…
Jashwanth Bopanna and Akriti Negi have won the latest season of the dating reality show `MTV Splitsvilla X5: ExSqueeze Me Please`. They defeated Rushali and Harsh, the other couple in the finals. Jashwanth and Akriti proved to be this season`s Ideal Match as they powered through highs and lows of their journey on the show….
The police on Monday said that a 48-year-old man was killed after cement bricks fell on him at a construction site in Thane district of Maharashtra, reported news agency PTI. The incident occurred in Ambernath area on Saturday when the victim, Vasant Kushabha Sathe, went to the construction site of a business park to deliver…
Katrina Kaif`s Kay Beauty is one of the most loved makeup brands. Now, a Bengaluru-based female customer has shared her honest review, and Reddit users have speculated on why “Katrina has no interest in Bollywood anymore.” In the video review shared by the customer, she was seen saying, “Let me say this first: this video…
The water levels in Mumbai`s seven reservoirs, which supply drinking water to the city, have reached 92 per cent, according to BMC data. According to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) data, the collective water stock in Mumbai lakes is currently at 13,39,601 million litres, which is 92.55 per cent of capacity. Mumbai draws water from Tulsi,…
