The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has proposed a framework allowing compatible smartphones to connect directly to satellites, potentially extending mobile coverage beyond conventional telecom networks. The recommendations, released on Nov 5, have been submitted to the Department of...
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An unidentified man impersonating a delivery agent targeted a senior citizen in Mumbai's Kandivali area. While the 76-year-old woman was near her flat, he inquired about an address. After she turned to enter her home, he forcibly snatched her gold chain. Despite her attempts to r...
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A bomb threat email was sent to the Bombay High Court, raising security concerns across Mumbai. Prominent locations mentioned include the Bombay Stock Exchange and Mahalaxmi Racecourse. The email also named Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan's residence, Jalsa, as a potential t...
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The Bombay High Court on Friday received an email threatening a bomb blast there, leading to a security alert in the city. The email also warned that the Bombay Stock Exchange, Worli Racecourse and Jalsa, the bungalow of Hindi film actor Amitabh Bachchan, would also be attacked, ...
business
Mumbai: Aditya Birla Group flagship Hindalco Industries reported a 58.89 per cent year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit to ₹7,533 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2026, supported by higher revenue across its metals businesses. The company had posted a c...
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Mumbai: State Bank of India (SBI), through its Mumbai Metro Circle, has contributed Rs 109.41 lakh towards corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives focusing on healthcare, inclusive education, girl child empowerment and rural women's welfare. The initiatives include medi...
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The five-day Diwali festival is marked by Dhanteras, which is being celebrated today, Friday, November 6. Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, is considered an auspicious occasion to purchase gold, silver, jewellery, utensils and other valuables. The festival marks the beginn...
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Nashik: All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) leader and former MP Imtiaz Jaleel has reportedly been named as a suspect in the TCS women's harassment and alleged religious conversion case. A case has allegedly been registered against Jaleel for providing shelter to Nida ...
government
Mumbai: Hindustan Construction Company Limited (HCC) has appointed infrastructure industry veteran Vivek Singhal as its Chief Executive Officer, effective November 5, 2026, strengthening its leadership team as the company prepares for its next phase of growth. Singhal brings more...
schools
In the wake of the death by suicide of Indian Institute of Technology-Bombay student Sahil Wakode on September 18, the institute has reportedly circulated a survey to understand students’ perceptions of dishonesty and look into the reasons why they resort to academic malpractices...
business
Mumbai: Honasa Consumer Limited , the parent company of Mamaearth and The Derma Co, reported revenue of ₹731 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2026, registering approximately 36 per cent year-on-year growth. The company described the performance as its strongest qu...
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Mumbai: Mumbai's real estate sector faces fresh uncertainty after the Defence Ministry directed an immediate halt to construction projects near defence establishments that do not have a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from the local military authority, even if they have secured ap...
