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A war of words broke out between Mumbai-based model Riya Ahir and former BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla after he criticised her over failing to secure an entry into Bigg Boss 20. Ahir called Poonawalla "uncle", following which he responded with a remark involving Co...
Thane, September 9, 2026: The Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) has prepared a comprehensive action plan to strengthen environmental conservation, control pollution, improve sanitation and increase civic revenue, following directions from the Bombay High Court. Municipal Commissi...
Thane, September 9, 2026: Motorists travelling on the Ghodbunder-Gaimukh stretch are likely to face traffic restrictions on September 20 and 21 as the Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC) undertakes road repair work. According to a letter issued by the civic body to the Ad...
“Thanks Rituja, Thanks Gaurav” Posters displayed during a protest against the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) Drug Inspector paper leak in Nagpur carried a sarcastic message of gratitude to the former couple whose breakup reportedly helped bring the examination scam ...
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India has taken suo motu cognizance of a media report that dozens of children from Khambhatha and nearby settlements in the Mainpur Block area of Gariyaband district in Chhattisgarh are compelled to climb a narrow and slippery iron lad...
New Delhi, Sep 9: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday asked the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) to obtain instructions on whether wrestler Vinesh Phogat can be permitted to participate in the selection trials for the 2026 Senior World Wrestling Championships and listed the matt...
Pune, Sep 9: A 28-year-old man preparing for the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) examinations allegedly died by suicide in Pune, with a debt of around Rs 2.5 lakh suspected to be the reason, an official said on Wednesday. MPSC aspirant dies by suicide The deceased, i...
Nashik: Competitive exam teachers, students and concerned stakeholders submitted a memorandum to the Nashik District Collector demanding immediate reforms to ensure transparency, confidentiality, accountability and restoration of student trust in the Maharashtra Public Service Co...
Mumbai is experiencing a significant shift towards eco-friendly celebrations of Ganesh Chaturthi as the city prepares for the iconic festival honouring Lord Ganesha’s birthday. This year, many devotees are opting for sustainable idols and environmentally conscious festivities. Ac...
Nashik: A meeting between 1993 Mumbai serial blasts convict Abu Salem and Maharashtra State Minority Commission chairman Pyare Khan took place during Khan’s inspection visit to Nashik Road Central Prison on September 8. During the interaction, Salem reportedly claimed that he had...
Mumbai: Motorists in Mumbai could likely have to pay a congestion charge to drive through some of the city's busiest areas during peak hours, with Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Commissioner Ashwini Bhide saying authorities could consider such a system once commuters ha...
Iran’s Embassy in Tunisia has turned to Bollywood humour to take a swipe at US President Donald Trump amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. On September 8, the embassy’s official X account, @IranembTun, shared a meme featuring Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar from t...
New Delhi: Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has been included in the India A squad for the upcoming three-match one-day series against Australia A in Puducherry, the BCCI announced on Wednesday. The Men’s Selection Committee has named separate squads for the two multi-day and three...
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to Indians to avoid unnecessary gold purchases puts economic prudence against one of the country's strongest cultural and savings traditions, while potentially creating political sensitivities ahead of key state elections . Gold is...
Mira-Bhayandar: The Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC) has made extensive arrangements for the smooth and safe immersion of Ganesh idols during Ganeshotsav. A total of 24 immersion locations have been prepared across the city, including 5 natural water bodies and 19 arti...
The FDA has launched a State-wide crackdown on food establishments violating the laws and rules regarding hygiene and food safety after IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe took over as its commissioner in May this year...
Mumbai: Passengers aboard Air India flight AI131 from Mumbai to London have reportedly been stranded at Zurich Airport in Switzerland after the flight was diverted due to a technical snag in the UK’s air traffic control system. A video shared by news agency ANI on X shows passeng...
The Digital Communications Commission (DCC) has approved a spectrum usage charge of 5% of adjusted gross revenue (AGR) for satellite internet operators, paving the way for companies such as Starlink, Eutelsat OneWeb and Jio Satellite to expand broadband services in India. Accordi...
With the commissioning of the three sections, India’s 2,843-km Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) is now operational, comprising the 1,506-km western corridor and 1,337-km eastern corridor...
The issue was discussed with representatives of Ganesh mandals at a meeting convened by FDA joint commissioner Parag Malawade and assistant commissioner Anupama Patil at the FDA’s BKC office on Tuesday...
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): National Green Tribunal (NGT), on Tuesday, pulled up Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) over its failure to trace hospitals that dumped biomedical waste behind RTO. NGT has directed that the entire process, from waste generation to treatment, must be comp...
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has summoned Meta India's Managing Director and Head to appear before it on Sep 9 as part of an inquiry into advertisements allegedly linked to Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Material (CSEAM). NCPCR Launches Form...
Navi Mumbai, September 8, 2026: To address difficulties faced by citizens in availing themselves of government-run health schemes, the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) will set up a help desk at either its Vashi or Nerul municipal hospital. Municipal Commissioner Dr Kaila...
The resolution proposal will be sent to BMC commissioner Ashwini Bhide for her remarks
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): The Madhya Pradesh High Court has heard more than 90 petitions in two days in the dispute pertaining to Bhopal Municipal Corporation’s sealing and demolition drive but none of the interim stay orders challenged by the civic body has been vacated so far. T...
Navi Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has announced toll exemption for vehicles carrying Ganesh devotees travelling to Konkan, including on the Mumbai-Goa highway and Atal Setu, during the Ganesh festival from September 11 to 27. As per a circular issued by the Public Works Dep...
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has summoned Meta India’s Managing Director and Head to appear before it on September 9 in connection with an inquiry into allegations involving advertisements related to Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Material (...
A digital billboard outside All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS Delhi) has drawn widespread attention online after displaying a continuously changing estimate of India’s population. A viral post shared on X claimed that the counter showed 1,47,92,39,016 at 3:59 PM on S...
Thane, September 8, 2026: Ahead of Lord Ganesha’s arrival this coming Monday, Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) has accelerated preparations for smooth idol immersions across the city. Thane Mayor Sharmila Pimpale conducted an on-site inspection tour of key immersion ghats and ar...
Thane, September 8, 2026: To ensure smooth and safe travel for devotees heading to the Konkan region during the upcoming Ganeshotsav festival, the Maharashtra State Government has issued an official directive banning heavy vehicles on the Mumbai-Goa National Highway (NH-66). Issu...
Bhiwandi: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) Western Zone Bench, Pune, has ordered a joint inquiry into allegations of contaminated drinking water at a housing society in Bhiwandi's Narpoli area, directing a committee comprising representatives of the Maharashtra Pollution Control...
Mumbai: Raymond Limited’s board has approved raising up to Rs 214.71 crore through a preferential issue of convertible warrants to Minerva Ventures Fund, according to an exchange filing. The company will issue 33,28,686 warrants at Rs 645 each, including a premium of Rs 635 per w...
REC, a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the Ministry of Power and a leading NBFC-IFC, has achieved a landmark milestone in India’s capital markets by issuance of India’s First Pilot Issue on Tokenized Corporate Bonds under the Securities and Exchange Board ...
Mumbai: GamingCon Bharat is returning to Mumbai on October 17 and 18, 2026 , with far more than an exhibition floor. Following a 2025 edition that welcomed over 15,000 visitors , the third edition is scaling up with free-play zones, esports, fighting games, indie titles, board ga...
When compared with the data in the year 2025-26, the last three months have seen a 557% increase in the number of complaints received, 378% increase in investigation of complaints, and a 217% increase in the number of searches and seizures....
The Shiv Sena (UBT) leader alleged a political vendetta and questioned the speed with which the civic administration processed the disqualification
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): None of the stay orders challenged by the Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) were vacated by the Madhya Pradesh High Court on Monday, as the hearing on the corporation’s plea to vacate 105 interim stays could not be completed and will continue on Tuesday ...
Mumbai, September 7, 2026: The Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) has unveiled plans to upgrade five of its prominent resorts on a public-private partnership (PPP) basis. The state tourism board has invited proposals to empanel independent experts for monitoring m...
Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar on Monday rejected allegations against him in connection with the alleged paper leak in the Drug Inspector examination, saying the incident occurred before he assumed office. Paper Leak Probe Already Underway I...
Mumbai: Electoral victory has not ended the legal battles for several newly elected corporators in Mumbai. Post 2026 BMC elections, a total of 79 election petitions have been filed against victorious candidates across major political parties, on a range of grounds, including alle...
Mumbai: The State Consumer Dispute Redressal Commission (SCDRC) has pulled up Sion-based developer Chinnappan Anthony, proprietor of M/s Milan Builders and Developers, for handing over less carpet area than promised in two separate flats booked by a father-son duo. The Commission...
Mumbai, September 7, 2026: Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde on Monday formally announced the disqualification of former mayor and Shiv Sena (UBT) corporator Vishakha Raut at the BMC General Body meeting. The Palghar Caste Certificate Scrutiny Committee cancelled Raut’s Other Backward Clas...
Mumbai, September 7, 2026: Top seed Ketaki Thite reiterated her supremacy over Myra Oak whilst annexing the girls under-19 singles title in the Mumbai Suburban District Championship & Selection Tournament 2026, organised by Goregaon Sports Club in association with the Badminton A...
Navi Mumbai, September 7, 2026: Alleging widespread and excessive pruning of trees across Navi Mumbai in the name of public safety, civic group Sajag Nagrik Manch has urged the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) to immediately review the ongoing work and commission an indep...
Thane, September 7, 2026: Major Dr. Nitin Rathod (Retd.) has officially assumed charge as Additional Municipal Commissioner-1 of the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) on Monday. Prior to this civic appointment, he served as Private Secretary to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister E...
Mumbai, September 7, 2026: Patients requiring blood transfusions at Bharatratna Babasaheb Ambedkar Municipal General Hospital in Kandivali West could face uncertainty in October, with the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ordering a three-day suspension of the hospit...
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): The roads in the state capital will soon be cleaned using electric road-sweeping machines with the Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) beginning a trial run of the first machine. The trial, which was to start from September 5, was conducted on Monday due t...
Mumbai: Hyderabad-based Neuland Laboratories has approved capital expenditure of Rs 126 crore to acquire approximately 134 acres of land at Auro Industrial City in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, as it prepares for future expansion. The company’s board approved the investment at its me...
Pune: Several parts of Pune will face a 24-hour water supply shutdown on Thursday (September 10) as the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) Water Supply Department undertakes urgent electrical, pumping and maintenance-related work at several water treatment centres, tanks and pumpin...
September brings with it one of Mumbai’s most anticipated annual traditions as Bandra’s Mount Mary Basilica prepares to welcome thousands of devotees for the Mount Mary Fair 2026. The celebrations are held in honour of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, commemorating the bi...
New Delhi: The bilateral trade between India and South Africa, which is currently worth around $12.5 billion annually, is poised to get a major boost during the BRICS summit , South Africa’s High Commissioner to India, Prof. Anil Sooklal, said on Monday. "We are seeing increasing...
