A police official said that a labourer was electrocuted at a construction site in Bhiwandi in Thane district on Saturday, reported news agency PTI. Kalyani Nagappa Badadal (42) was working on the scaffolding of an under-construction building when he accidentally touched a tin sheet and was electrocuted, the Narpoli police station official said, reported PTI….
Over the years, Bollywood actors Suniel Shetty and Sanjay Dutt have worked together in multiple films. Off-screen, too, they share a great bond. On International Friendship Day 2024, we recall how facing tough times brought the two closer and forged a friendship for a lifetime. “Well, I think when you admire someone, you appreciate something…
Just like the city, the catchment area has been receiving light to moderate rainfall for the whole week. But as the percolation started, the lake levels are increasing marginally every day. In Mumbai, the collective lake levels in the seven reservoirs that supply drinking water to the city are now at 89 per cent, as…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD), in its latest Mumbai weather update, predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall on Sunday. The weather department, in its latest Mumbai weather update, has predicted “heavy rain in the city and its suburbs with the possibility of very heavy rain at isolated places. Occasional gusty winds reaching 45-55 gusting to…
Mahesh Bhatt loves to put out strong opinions about everything. The filmmaker never hesitates in sharing what he feels, even if it is talking about his own daughter Alia Bhatt`s performances. Mahesh Bhatt recently talked about his daughter Alia Bhatt`s debut film, Student of the Year, and said that she was just a mannequin in…
Bollywood movies have always showcased the true meaning of friendship, whether it was college friendship in 3 Idiots or growing up together in Golmaal. Friendship stories have consistently been some of the most interesting and successful narratives in Bollywood. International Friendship Day 2024, let`s explore some of these stories that have inspired us to cherish…
Sunidhi Chauhan is one of the most loved singers in the music industry. After being an inseparable part of the industry for years, Sunidhi knows things way better than others. The singer, who has delivered some of the most iconic songs in her melodious voice, has talked about how things are inside the industry. Chauhan…
In an industry that’s growing increasingly aware of how its female actors are represented on the big screen, questions relating to the need for tracks—traditionally labelled item songs—continue to be raised. And while Madhubanti Bagchi says she’s “not a fan of the tendency to unnecessarily create an item song”, Tamannaah Bhatia-starrer Aaj ki raat was…
There is something about grey characters that attracts most actors. Anushka Ranjan remembers gravitating towards her role of Sabrina when she heard the narration of Mixture, director Hanish Kalia’s thriller that also stars Aahana Kumra. “My character in Mixture is complex. I have never played a grey character before. She is dark and has her…
About a year ago, Carol D’Souza’s 95-year-old mother passed away after a decade-long battle with dementia. The diagnosis had come as a shock to the family, residents of Bandra West, who were largely unfamiliar with the condition. She was one of 38,43,118 individuals in the country living with dementia in 2019, and like many other…
A 29-year-old woman was rescued after she fell into a gorge in a ghat area in Satara district, the police said on Sunday. The incident occurred at Borne Ghat on Ungar Road on Saturday evening, an official said. He said the woman slipped and fell when she went to attend nature’s call amid heavy rain…
A regular residential society meeting in Dahisar West turned into a bloody fight on Sunday when the chairman of Amarnath Apartment in Matrewadi allegedly bit off a society member`s thumb during a heated argument. The MHB Colony police station has registered a case against the chairman. Aditya Desai, 42, a professor and owner of a…
In her maiden web series, The Fame Game (2022), Madhuri Dixit-Nene played a superstar who plotted her own disappearance. Two years on, it looks like the actor is set to go a few shades darker. mid-day has learnt that she is apparently in talks to portray a serial killer in a psychological thriller, which will…
Mumbai Crime Branch Unit 12 has arrested a man for allegedly demanding Rs 1 lakh in extortion from a mobile phone owner by threatening to make personal videos stored on the phone`s memory card go viral. The accused, a resident of Jogeshwari, worked with an NGO and was also a police informer. According to police…
The recent amendments to the Right to Education (RTE) Act have caused confusion among parents and educators due to a lack of clarity regarding fee reimbursement for students who fail in Std V and VIII. Under the new provisions introduced by the Maharashtra government, students who fail exams in these grades will be required to…
Old pals Disha Patani and Mouni Roy catch up on the special day to grab a meal. They say, in due course of time, spouses resemble one another. But these BFFs are no different! All eyes off me In a first, a celebrity’s friend chooses to hide from the spotlight instead of making the most…
A motorcyclist has sustained injuries to his left leg after an iron barrier fell on him on the Western Express Highway in Kandivli East. Following the incident, the victim, Pooran Kumar Prajapati, 30, filed a case at the Samta Nagar police station and an unknown person was booked. According to police sources, Prajapati, a technician…
It appears that Ajay Devgn has got quite an ensemble cast for his new venture, Son of Sardaar 2 (SOS 2). In June, the actor-producer began filming with director Vijay Kumar Arora. The family comedy, which stars Mrunal Thakur as the leading lady, also marks Sanjay Dutt’s on-screen reunion with Ajay about 12 years since…
Section 112 (Petty Organised Crime) of the BNS grants Mumbai Police the authority to address street crime. Previously used against hawkers involved in petty organised crime, this section is now being applied to a broader range of offences, including prostitution rackets, cheating, snatching, cybercrime, and theft. The police interpret Section 112 as encompassing these activities…
The city’s major dam, Middle Vaitarna, overflowed at 2.46 am on Sunday. This dam supplies 455 million litres of water daily to the city and has a capacity of 1.93 lakh million litres. Water stock in all seven lakes supplying water to the city has now reached 89.10 per cent. After Middle Vaitarna overflowed, five…
After a mid-day article reported that the BMC might not be able to construct 14 wildlife underpasses on the main Aarey Milk Colony road, potentially endangering animals like leopards, environmentalist Stalin D wrote a letter to the chief minister and other authorities. He urged them to follow the recommendations of experts and the forest department…
A row of 59 rundown shops on Babasaheb Shinde Marg near Government Colony in Bandra East will soon make way for a swanky commercial tower. Shopkeepers who occupy the spot have accepted the terms and are vacating the premises with a heavy heart. Some are relocating while others are shutting shop for good. All looked…
Early to the party Two men take shelter under a dysfunctional train bogie that will soon be converted into a restaurant outside Bandra West railway station. An epic crossover Bheema, 2021-2022, Sindhe Chithambara Rao, watercolor and drawing ink on animal hide. Pic Courtesy/ Sarmaya Arts Foundation While India waits with bated breath as Neeraj Chopra…
The BMC’s Solid Waste Department deployed bobcat and beach combing machines to clean the 6-km stretch of Juhu beach after mid-day reported about the mounting garbage heaps there. BMC officials stated that the beach was cleaned with machines in the morning and evening, coinciding with the high tide. Locals mentioned they would check the impact…
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 August 5. Aries March 21 – April 20The mind is vibrant and energetic as you retain focus with a single-minded agenda….
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Saturday carried out a massive cleanliness drive across the city as part of a 37-week long campaign. About 132 metric tonnes of garbage, including 34 metric tonnes of solid waste was collected and disposed by the civic body. The drive also saw the clearing of 58 km of roads….
Shah Rukh Khan has a huge fan base worldwide, with many admirers going crazy over his charm and personality. While many dream of catching a glimpse of him, some lucky fans actually get to see him in person. Recently, two fans were fortunate enough to be eating at the same restaurant where SRK was dining….
Friendships in showbiz are rare. In a place where cutthroat competition prevails, one can hardly consider their contemporary a friend. And God forbid if you’re spotted with someone of the opposite sex, “We’re just good friends” is hardly a phrase at your rescue. But that doesn’t apply to Harleen Sethi who shares the the most…
On International Friendship Day 2024, let`s take a look at some Bollywood stars who have found true friends in their fellow actors, proving that professional rivalry doesn`t have to ruin friendships. 1. Kareena Kapoor and Amrita Arora On an episode of Koffee With Karan, Karan Johar compared Kareena Kapoor`s girl gang, which includes Karishma Kapoor,…
At the trailer launch for his upcoming movie Vedaa, John Abraham got upset when a journalist mentioned that his action movies are often the same. Tamannaah Bhatia, who has a supporting role in the film, defended the movie, saying it offers more than just action and is set to release on August 15. Tamannaah Bhatia…
On Saturday morning, intermittent showers lashed parts of Mumbai and surrounding areas after a slight lull in the intensity of showers in the area. The city and surrounding areas are expected to receive more showers over the weekend, said the India Meteorological Department. Saturday’s heavy rains led to waterlogging in Andheri subway and it was…
Boulders fell onto the railway track between Kasara and Igatpuri stations on the Central Railway line on Saturday morning. According to Swapnil Nila, the Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of Central Railway, one of the three lines on this route has been affected by the fallen boulders. However, the other two lines are still functioning,…
After giving two back-to-back hits with `Munjya` and `Maharaj`, actor Sharvari is gearing up for her third release of the year `Vedaa` also starring John Abraham. Overwhelmed with the response to the trailer, she expressed gratitude to director Nikkhil Advani. Helmed by Nikkhil Advani, the film follows the journey of a young woman, Vedaa (Sharvari),…
Music composer Ricky Kej accused national carrier Air India of downgrading his flight from business to economy class on Saturday. Kej, who has won the Grammy award thrice, took to social media X and revealed that the incident has happened to him the third time this year. He added that when he was about to…
Actor Ishaan Khatter shared an inspirational quote from former President Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam on Friday, encouraging people to persevere in their lives. Taking to Instagram stories, Ishaan, who has 1.8 million followers, posted a picture of a roadside wall with Kalam`s quote written in Hindi: “Aage badhna hai to behre ban jaao,…
Dismissed Mumbai Assistant Police Inspector Sachin Waze, who is suspected of extorting Rs 100 crore, announced on Friday that he has sent a letter to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis outlining the proof of alleged payments accepted by former Home Minister Anil Deshmukh, reported ANI. “Whatever has happened, the proof is there. The money used…
Singing sensation Sunidhi Chauhan recently joined the pop girl group ‘W.i.S.H’ at the YouTube Fan Fest 2024 in Mumbai. The icon, who is making buzz for her concerts, leaving fans wanting for more, recently spoke about her contemporary Arijit Singh’s success in showbiz. She explained with valid reasons what makes him a fan favourite, keeping…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation data stated that water stock from all seven reservoirs supplying drinking water to Mumbai has reached 81.96 per cent. On Saturday, the BMC recorded overall lake levels of 11,86,197 million litres or 81.96 per cent of capacity. In comparison, the levels were 77.96 per cent during the same period in 2023 and…
Central Railway`s Mumbai Division will conduct a Mega Block on its suburban sections for various engineering and maintenance works on Sunday, August 4, 2024. The details of the block are as follows: Matunga to Mulund (UP and DOWN SLOW lines) from 11:05 am to 3:55 pm: – DOWN SLOW line services departing CSMT Mumbai from…
The ‘Bigg Boss OTT 3’ grand finale saw a sprinkle of star power as Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao came to promote their upcoming film ‘Stree 2’. Television actor Sana Makbul was declared the winner of the third season of the controversial reality show. She took home the trophy along with a whopping amount of…
