Mumbai: Man throws acid on estranged wife

A woman along with her son suffered burn injuries when her husband threw acid on her when she refused to return to him.  The 24-year-old woman had sought divorce from her husband as she was fed up with his addiction to alcohol and drugs. The woman and her 12-year-old son are currently undergoing treatment at…

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Mumbai weather update: Moderate to heavy showers expected today

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a warning of heavy rain on Wednesday in the areas of Mumbai and Thane. The IMD, in its latest Mumbai weather update, has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall in Mumbai on Wednesday. The weather department, in its latest Mumbai weather update, has predicted “Moderate rain with possibility of heavy…

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IMD says Mumbai, MMR to see moderate to heavy rainfall today

After a quiet night, the rains roared on Thursday morning with Mumbai and the metropolitan region receiving torrential downpours. The rainfall caused a drop in visibility, waterlogging in several low-lying areas and also disrupted traffic.  As the rain continued its onslaught, a third of seven lakes supplying water to Mumbai overflowed in the wee hours…

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This ground was meant for sports, not functions: Locals on misuse of Gol Maidan

Local activists and residents have accused the Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation of misusing the 1,200 square metre Gol Maidan, a public ground designated for sports and recreational use. The ground has allegedly been repurposed for religious, political and social events, denying children the opportunity to engage in sports activities. The Hirali Foundation, headed by President Advocate…

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Mumbai: Zero prescription policy in BMC hospitals is delayed

Five months after its announcement, BMC is still far from implementing its zero prescription policy at the four medical college hospitals under its jurisdiction. This policy was supposed to free patients from the burden of out-of-pocket expenses incurred during treatment at the hospital. BMC had allocated Rs 500 crore for this policy, which was supposed…

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Chats expose BMC inspector’s collusion with hoarding owner

The Ghatkopar hoarding charge sheet, filed against four arrested individuals, and the case against the BMC licence inspector, GRP and other officials remain open, despite substantial evidence suggesting that his actions extend beyond administrative lapses to criminal collusion with EGO Media. Crucial chats between BMC licence inspector Sunil Dalvi and prime accused Bhavesh Bhinde demonstrate…

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Mumbai: Body of newborn found in garbage

The Juhu police are trying to identify the parents who are suspected to have killed their newborn girl and have thown her into a garbage bin at Vile Parle West. Police said the newborn girl was just 1-2 days old and she was found in a garbage bin at Nehru Nagar, Vile Parle West by…

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Kads goes badass

Kicking ass on screen can be a thrilling affair. Kajol is discovering it as she shoots Maharagni: Queen of Queens, helmed by Telugu director Charan Tej Uppalapati. In May, the actor had unveiled the film’s teaser that saw her in a fierce avatar as she took on baddies single-handedly. On the surface, Maharagni is a…

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Another chapter of history on screen

History gives us stories that are richer than our imagination. Director Amit Ravindernath Sharma will agree with this. Only a few months ago, he told the story of late football coach-manager Syed Abdul Rahim with Ajay Devgn’s Maidaan. Now, the director has found his next in the faraway locales of West Africa. Sharma is set…

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Union Budget 2024: Budget fails to enthuse the healthcare sector

There were only three healthcare-related announcements in Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman`s budget speech, with one applicable only to Bihar. This led healthcare professionals to deem the budget as maintaining the `status quo` with very little to look forward to. A total of Rs 90,958.63 crore has been allotted for the health sector, with R87,656.90 crore…

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Union Budget 2024: Streamlined tax to boost aviation sector

The Union government has announced a uniform Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) rate of five per cent on all aircraft and aircraft engine parts. This regulation, set to streamline procurement processes for domestic and international airlines, marks a significant step towards reducing operational costs. The budgetary allocation for the Civil Aviation Ministry has been…

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Union Budget 2024: Opposition slams govt for Bihar, Andhra Pradesh allotment

The Opposition, including state MPs, alleged the Union Budget was an attempt to ‘save the government’ and discriminatory towards Maharashtra. The budgetary allotments and decisions pertaining to Bihar and Andhra Pradesh were questioned by the Opposition, because NDA’s ruling partners from these two states, the JD(U) and TDP respectively, have stabilised the Modi government. Both…

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Fevicol ka jod?

Work mode Keeping his mood colourful with his vibrant shirt, Sanjay Dutt was spotted at a studio to dub for his upcoming comedy On a date Varun Dhawan and wife Natasha Dalal were spotted on a movie date. Guess a break from baby duties is essential to keep the new parents sane, no? Yaaron… dosti…

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Union Budget 2024: ‘It’s a political budget, not a financial one’

Amid gloomy predictions that loom large over global economies—especially those of low-income, developing countries facing internal and external challenges, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her record-breaking seventh consecutive budget on Tuesday. The effects of the Russia-Ukraine war and the West Asia conflict have been contributing to the global growth slowdown, causing fuel and food…

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Union Budget 2024: Road transport sector faces disappointment

Road transport sector stakeholders said they were “disappointed” with the budget, with the transporters’ body claiming that none of the issues they discussed have been taken up. “The road transport fraternity of India is deeply pained by the government’s callous attitude towards this sector. As the highest taxpayer to the exchequer and the second highest…

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