The Vanrai police have booked a security guard and a management employee of NESCO exhibition grounds for allegedly causing the deaths of over 26 stray dogs by preventing feeders from entering the premises to provide food and medical assistance. According to police sources, members of the NGO Pure Animal Lover (PAL) and animal lovers claimed…
Amid ongoing tensions between the students’ collective and the administration of Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), a new issue has surfaced regarding the recently released hostel policy for the incoming first-year postgraduate (PG) batch. The Progressive Students Forum (PSF) has voiced strong disapproval, asserting that the administration’s new policy demonstrates lack of interest in…
The Worli police on Saturday arrested the female friend of alleged extortionist Guru Siddappa Waghmare, 50, who was stabbed to death inside a spa at the behest of his rival. Cops said that the prime accused in the case had planted the woman, Mary Joseph, in Waghmare’s life six months ago to monitor his day-to-day…
Don’t use Google Maps to get to Karambali Thakurwadi and Kadai Dhangarwada in Raigad district. The tribal hamlets are located 103 km from Mumbai in Khalapur Tehsil, and though Google Maps may show a smooth blue ride, there is no road on ground. In its article titled Aakhri Rasta dated May 19, 2024, mid-day had…
A ground-plus-three-storey building in Shabaz Village, Belapur, collapsed on Saturday morning, resulting in the deaths of three people and injuring two others who are recuperating at a nearby hospital. The disaster occurred when a local resident alerted authorities about a crack in the structure, and 52 people managed to escape the dilapidated building within 25…
As the world celebrates World Tiger Day on Monday, this year has been particularly grim for tigers. According to data from the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), India has witnessed 81 tiger deaths so far this year. Madhya Pradesh reported the highest number of tiger fatalities, followed by Maharashtra. Data from the NTCA website reveals…
Game face on Football players take cover as sudden downpour impedes their game at St Francis D’Assisi ground, Borivali West. Elphis create a mighty stir The 1982 Asiad mascot France piled on ze chic for the Paris Olympics opening ceremony which ended Saturday morning for India. Watching that transported one back to 1982 when India…
College canteens are more than just eateries; they are vibrant hubs for spontaneous discussions, social interactions, and spaces where food meets friendship. The relationship between canteens and students is multifaceted, and their role revolves much around the food served there. But what happens when your canteen’s beloved junk food is replaced with an all-healthy menu?…
After heavy rainfall in the last few days, it was a dry day for the catchment area of seven lakes which supply water to the city. The most rainfall recorded was at the Upper Vaitarna dam catchment area, with 25 mm in 24 hours till Saturday morning. According to the BMC’s lake level data, total…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has approved a proposal to procure 21 vehicle-mounted litter-picker machines this week. The civic body claimed the new machines will help collect litter from tougher, congested spaces that the human hand can’t reach. The proposal estimates the project will cost Rs 75 crore, including the cost of operating and maintaining…
Here’s some news to cut through the gloom of the non-stop showers in the past week—the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted clearer skies and reduced rainfall in the coming days. The weather department has issued a green alert for Mumbai the upcoming week. On the other hand, Raigad and Satara districts have been placed on…
Adapting to the times Like the debacles of Ganapath and Bade Miyan Chote Miyan saw Tiger Shroff without any new movies going on floors, the underwhelming box-office performance of Chandu Champion has affected Kartik Aaryan’s slate as well. Producer Sajid Nadiadwala has reportedly put his next with Kartik and director Vishal Bhardwaj on hold. Not…
Presented with a commercial offering, Roshan Mathew says he is drawn to the “person on the paper”. Set to feature in the upcoming Janhvi Kapoor-starrer Ulajh, Mathew admits the narrative met all the requirements essential for the making of a thriller. “I agreed to do the film because it was unlike anything I had done…
They’ve weaved tales that have gone on to become evergreen cinematic classics, but it is their own story that has caught the attention of cinephiles over the years. Ardent admirers of writers Salim-Javed—comprising Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar—will witness the story of how two of Bollywood’s greatest writers came to be collaborators as the makers…
Tiger Shroff is ready to be a rebel on screen the fourth time—four years after the release of the third instalment of his action franchise, Baaghi, the actor is prepared to flaunt his athletic prowess again. A source tells mid-day, “The team plans to begin filming after [producer Sajid Nadiadwala’s other releases] Sikandar and Housefull…
Raahul Jatin acknowledges that his latest release, Shopping, a vibrant and peppy number with a host of commercial trinkets, is a deviation from his style of music. “I wanted to do something different to see if I enjoyed it. In doing so, I was hoping to find a new version of myself. Watching myself in…
The last time that English rock band Glass Animals released an album was amid the pandemic. While composition may be one way to advance a career in music, frontman Dave Bayley says the group missed the chance to take their songs to a live audience and “experience the album”. This time around, however, things are…
For Armaan Malik, Tera main intezaar is his gift to fans who have been seeking a collaborative work of the Malik brothers after Bol do na zara. “The two of us have worked on a song after a very long time, so, it is indeed special. We didn’t have a brief, and that is the…
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 July 29. Aries March 21 – April 20There may be some income-tax issue that needs to be sorted out (you may…
Worli police have arrested a female friend of Guru Siddappa Waghmare, who was allegedly honey-trapped and murdered. She has been arrested along with another employee of the Worli Spa that Waghmare visited. The female friend and the other spa employee have been identified as Mary Joseph and Samshad Ansari alias Suraj, respectively. According to the…
Dhanush is one of the biggest superstars down south, but that doesn`t make him any less of a star in Bollywood. Dhanush, who made his big Bollywood debut, surprised everyone by delivering `Raanjhanaa`, and firsts are always special. For Dhanush, his first is very special not only because of the movie but also because of…
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Saturday sought central assistance for infrastructure projects in the state to ensure interlinking and timely completion of rivers in the drought-prone Marathwada region. Shinde sought central funds to expedite river-linking projects to make the Marathwada region, comprising eight districts, drought-free. According to the PTI report, speaking at a meeting…
A lifeless body of a young woman, estimated to be in her early 20s, was discovered on Saturday wee hours near the greenery area in front of Uran railway station. The victim had sustained multiple stab wounds and her body was in an advanced state of decomposition. The woman had gone missing on Thursday, June…
Junglee Pictures’ upcoming espionage thriller starring Janhvi Kapoor, Gulshan Devaiah, Roshan Mathew, Rajesh Tailang and Meiyang Chang in pivotal roles shall hit the theatres on 2nd August 2024. The movie circumnavigates around the high stakes world of IFS and the diplomats. The trailer of the movie has already grabbed the eyeballs for the right reasons…
According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) rain alert issued on Saturday, Mumbai, Raigad, Thane, Palghar, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg districts are likely to receive heavy rainfall at isolated places on Sunday, July 28. The flood-hit districts of Pune and Kolhapur are also likely to receive heavy rainfall on Sunday. Dhule, Jalgaon, Nandurbar, Nashik, and Ahmednagar,…
A third body was retrieved after a three-storey building collapsed in Navi Mumbai`s Shahbaz village in CBD Belapur on Saturday morning. According to National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the body was handed over to civil police, reported ANI. According to the ANI report, several people are feared to be trapped in the building after the…
Actor and politician Kangana Ranaut criticized the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics 2024 for its “blasphemous rendition of The Last Supper.” On Saturday, Kangana shared several pictures and videos from the event on her Instagram Stories, along with comments about the inclusion of a child in the performance. Kangana Ranaut slams Paris Olympics over…
Sandeep Reddy Vanga`s Animal, which came out last December, became a huge hit at the box office even though it received mixed reviews. Now, actor Ranbir Kapoor has addressed the criticism for the first time, saying that social media caused a lot of chaos. Ranbir Kapoor on `Animal` During his appearance on Nikhil Kamath’s podcast…
Abhishek Bachchan was seen at Farah Khan`s house the day after her mother passed away. He has a close relationship with Farah, having worked with her in the movie Happy New Year. Abhishek Bachchan and Shweta attend Farah Khan`s mom`s prayer meet Abhishek Bachchan arrived at Farah Khan`s home with his sister Shweta and nephew…
Several freight train cars were derailed on Saturday at Boisar railway station in Maharashtra’s Palghar District. No casualties or injuries were reported in the incident. As the train was running at a slow speed, any major accident was prevented. Restoration work to return the derailed carriage to the track is currently underway. Western Railways operations…
The Paris Olympics has kicked off with a spectacular opening ceremony, and Bollywood stars are rallying behind the Indian contingent participating in the biggest sporting event. Actress Deepika Padukone took to her Instagram stories and shared a video of the opening ceremony, featuring Indian athletes PV Sindhu and Sharath Kamal, who led the Indian team…
The weekend is here, and we`re all in kick-back-and-relax mode! This feeling extends to Renuka Shahane, who decided to bring a smile to her husband`s face in the most romantic way. The actress made sure her husband, Ashutosh Rana, started his weekend on a high note. On July 27, Ashutosh shared a video of his…
The FDCI India Couture Week Day 3 witnessed a mesmerizing show by Siddartha Tytler and Kunal Rawal. Malaika Arora turned muse for Tytler and captivated with her stunning ensemble on the runway. She then sat down in the front row to support her good friend Kunal Rawal, who was presenting later. However, Arjun Kapoor’s presence…
Bollywood actress Taapsee Pannu has come under fire for denying an influencer a selfie at the song launch of her upcoming movie ‘Khel Khel Mein’. Taapsee attended the event with other members of the cast. The peppy track `Hauli Hauli` is a Punjabi dance number that also features Akshay Kumar, Ammy Virk, Vaani Kapoor, Aditya…
Chief Minister (CM) Eknath Shinde spoke to Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) chief about the Belapur building collapse over phone from Delhi, where he is attending the NITI Aayog meeting. All the necessary facilities such as urgent treatment, health facilities, food, water, clothes, and temporary shelter should be made available to all the disaster…
Actress Ayesha Takia lashed out on Friday against the discrimination faced by a farmer in Bengaluru, who was denied entry to a mall for wearing a dhoti, calling the incident “upsetting and shameful.” Ayesha, who has 1.7 million followers on Instagram, shared a viral video showing an elderly farmer, Fakirappa, being denied entry to GT…
It would be a treat for fans if `Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani` co-stars Ranbir Kapoor and Aditya Kapur come on board together for a project again. Speaking with ANI, Aditya expressed his desire to reunite with his “Bunny” Ranbir on screen. “I would love to work with him (Ranbir) again. We had great time working…
Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal are now happily married and clearly don`t miss an occasion to spend quality time together, often flaunting their togetherness on social media. The duo tied the knot just last month, and now, they are enjoying their time together as a married couple. They frequently share glimpses of their time together,…
Rahul Bose, who made waves with his acting prowess in films like ‘Mr. and Mrs. Iyer’, ‘Jhankaar Beats’, ‘Chameli’, ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’, and ‘Bulbbul’ to name a few celebrates his birthday on July 27. He recently featured in Atul Sabharwal`s spy thriller ‘Berlin’ alongside Aparshakti Khurana and Ishwak Singh which was screened at the Red…
President Droupadi Murmu`s visit to Mumbai for the centenary celebrations of the Maharashtra Legislative Council has been postponed stated a communique by Maharashtra Legislature Secretariat dated July 26. However, it was not specified as to why her visit had been postponed. Due to the rescheduling of the visit by Smt. Droupadi Murmu, the Hon. President…
