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Mumbai, Apr 1 (PTI) The Bombay High Court on Wednesday dismissed a plea filed by actor Anita Advani seeking recognition of her alleged relationship with late Bollywood superstar Rajesh Khanna as a marriage. A single bench of Justice Sharmila Deshmukh dismissed the appeal filed by Advani challenging an order passed by the Dindoshi sessions court in Mumbai in 2017 rejecting her civil suit seeking similar relief after Khanna's death in July 2012. A detailed copy of the HC order dismissing the app ...Read More >
Phase I of Line 9 will improve transit options for residents. (File) In a boost to Mumbai's suburban mobility, portions of Mumbai Metro Line 2B and Metro Line 9 are scheduled to commence partial operations on April 3, bringing metro connectivity to several key city and suburb areas. The move by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is expected to significantly ease daily travel for commuters across eastern and northern parts of Greater Mumbai. In the initial phase, Line ...Read More >
The Rajasthan Association of North America (RANA) proudly celebrated the 77th Rajasthan Diwas and Holi Sneh Milan at the Consulate General of India in New York, bringing together members of the Rajasthani diaspora, community leaders, and distinguished guests. RANA President Prem Bhandari announced, on behalf of RANA Founder K.K. Chandra Mehta, an initial contribution of USD 5 million plus from the Mehta Family Trust toward the development of the Indo-US Friendship Center, an initiative conceptu ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 30: Mumbai and its metropolitan region are expected to get some relief from the heat and humidity, as the region is forecast to receive rainfall in the next three days. As per the India Meteorological Department (IMD) weekly forecast, there is no alert for Mumbai district, but light rains with thunderstorms are predicted. While for the neighbouring districts of Thane and Raigad, a Yellow Alert has been sounded for rainfall and thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Mumbai has issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions in Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar until March 14. According to the RMC, heatwave conditions are very likely in isolated pockets of these areas. Mumbai and other regions in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) have been witnessing rising temperatures since the beginning of March. Residents are advised to take precautions such as staying hydrated, avoiding prolonged sun exposure, and checking ...Read More >
The National Capital Delhi continued to reel under hazardous air conditions on Tuesday as the city's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 378 at around 7 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The National Capital Delhi continued to reel under hazardous air conditions on Tuesday as the city's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 378 at around 8 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the C ...Read More >
Mumbai: In a reply submitted before the sessions court, cricketer Prithvi Shaw has strongly opposed the an appeal filed by social media influencer Sapna Gill. Shaw said that Gill's appeal is false, frivolous, vexatious and filed with the sole intention to malign, defame and harass him by misusing his public image and celebrity status.The legal battle originated from an alleged altercation in 2023, which led to cross-complaints. The dispute, which allegedly began as an argument over selfies at a ...Read More >
Mumbai: Mumbai began Wednesday on a cool and relatively crisp note, giving residents a fleeting taste of winter comfort. Clear skies and a noticeable drop in humidity offered early morning relief, but the pleasant conditions did not last long. As the day progressed, a thin blanket of smog settled over the city, reducing visibility and once again drawing attention to Mumbai's deepening air pollution problem. Despite favourable weather predictions, air quality quickly emerged as the city's primar ...Read More >
Mumbai, Dec 16: In a significant boost to Mumbai's public transport network, select sections of two new metro corridors -- Metro Line 9 and Metro Line 2B -- are set to become operational by December 31, according to multiple media reports. Officials from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) have confirmed that preparations are in their final stages for the partial launch of both lines. New Metro Stretches to Ease Traffic Congestion Once opened, the new metro stretches ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: Indian authorities have confirmed that Sajid Akram, one of the attackers involved in the Bondi Beach shooting in Australia, hailed from Hyderabad, India. Akram, who was 50 years old at the time of his death, moved to Australia in 1998 on a student visa. His last visit to India was in 2022, with Indian officials stating that he had limited contact with his family in Hyderabad after relocating to Australia. Akram's son, Naveed, the second attacker, was born in Australia in 2001 and hol ...Read More >
Mumbai: With an eye on improving rail connectivity to the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport, suburban services on Belapur/Nerul-Uran corridor will be strengthened from Monday with the introduction of five additional pairs of trains and the commissioning of two new stations -- Targhar and Gavan -- railway officials said.The additions will take the total number of daily services on the Uran line to 50 from the existing 40, easing peak-hour congestion and improving travel options for commu ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 15 (UNI) Football icon Lionel Messi wrapped up his three-day India tour with a tour of Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium to roars of applause from thousands of fans who braved the chill and foggy air to get a glimpse of their favourite sports superstar. The cheers at the soccer stadium somewhat compensated perhaps for the chaotic opening of the Messi tour in Kolkata. As the football legends stepped onto the field, they greeted local Indian players with handshakes and warm smiles, tri ...Read More >
Mumbai, Dec 1 (PTI) The Mumbai civic body on Monday claimed the financial capital's air quality has shown a marked improvement since November 26 owing to multiple pollution-control measures undertaken across city and its suburbs. In a release here, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) also clarified that the Graded Response Action Plan Stage-4 (GRAP-4), a set of tough restrictions aimed at curbing air pollution, is not applicable to Mumbai at present, though intensified monitoring has b ...Read More >
The state government presented the draft notification before the Calcutta High Court. The court held that there is no scope for further adjudication in a petition filed by a private bus owners' association, as their grievances were mitigated in the draft notification presented before it by the government. Disposing of the petition on Friday, Justice Rai Chattopadhyay gave liberty to the West Bengal government to publish the draft notification as submitted before the court at the earliest point ...Read More >
MUMBAI: The lush green mangroves that largely remained untouched in Gorai and Dahisar will now be part of mangrove parks. The one in Gorai is likely to open on November 15, while work is still underway in Dahisar. Apart from the mangrove parks, the project in Gorai will also feature an integrated tourism hub with a Vintage Car Museum, a Wax Museum, and a Historical Event Museum. The Mangrove Cell is developing the mangrove parks, while the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) is d ...Read More >
An unauthorised protest by CR at the heart of Mumbai left the city derailed for more than 45 minutesOn Thursday evening, Central Railway (CR) employees staged a massive 'Rail Roko' protest at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) against Government Railway Police (GRP) officials after an FIR was registered against two CR engineers over the Mumbra train tragedy of 9 June. The spontaneous protest paralysed Mumbai's Central line for nearly an hour and resulted in the deaths of two pedestrian ...Read More >
Mumbai, Nov 7 (PTI) Central Railway authorities on Friday sought a detailed report on the agitation by a section of employees at the sprawling CSMT a day earlier, which resulted in stopping of train services for nearly an hour and heavy overcrowding when they resumed. Near Sandhurst Road railway station, around 7pm, some time after services resumed, two persons died and three were injured after they got down of a crowded train and were hit by another train. On Thursday evening, Central Railway ...Read More >
Chennai, Oct 28 (UNI) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president and actor Vijay today squarely blamed the M K Stalin-led DMK government for the ongoing farmers' distress, warning that a rising tide of resentment could "send the government packing home." Breaking his month-long silence following the September 27 stampede tragedy at his Karur rally, Vijay, in a statement, charged the government with being directly responsible for the damage and destruction of harvested paddy, which was left drench ...Read More >
Mumbai: Movement of heavy vehicles will be completely prohibited on Western Express Highway from Vakola flyover to Dahisar toll naka on Oct 29 on both south and north bounds between 2 pm and 9 pm as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to arrive at the India Maritime Week exhibition at NESCO in Goregaon East. The traffic police have issued vehicular restrictions in the western suburbs from Oct 27 to Oct 31 for this event. A large number of citizens, several VVIPs and dignitaries are also ex ...Read More >
Mumbai: On the morning of October 26, a fire broke at Kandivali West's Agarwal Residency, where eight people were rescued. The fire broke out on the second floor of the sixteen-storey residential building in the Shankar Lane area of Kandivali West. As the information about the fire was received, the firefighters reached the spot quickly and doused the fire within 20 minutes times. Eight residents were rescued from the incident of which two were men, three women, and three children, including a ...Read More >
The rain activity came a day after Diwali festivities, which had led to a deterioration of the air quality with the Air Quality Index (AQI) touching 212 on Tuesday morning. In a relief from scorching heat and deterioration in air quality following Diwali celebrations, Mumbai as well as neighbouring districts of Thane and Navi Mumbai rang in a rain soaked Diwali as heavy downpour and thunderstorms lashed the region on Tuesday evening. The rain activity came a day after Diwali festivities, which ...Read More >
Pune: The festival of lights turned tense for fire officials as around 26 fire incidents were reported across the city on Tuesday. Most of the incidents were caused by firecrackers and negligence during celebrations, fire officials said. This data was collected between 5pm and 11pm. According to the Pune Fire Brigade, the incidents were reported from various parts of the city, including Hadapsar, Warje, Narhe Gaon, Kalepadal, Budhwar Peth, Kasba Peth, Vimannagar, Manjri Khurd, Bhavani Peth, Vad ...Read More >
Ludhiana: The smell of burnt gunpowder hung in the air, which felt scratchy on the throat, as air quality remained in the poor category for the third consecutive day after Diwali on Thursday.Meanwhile, data of average PM 2.5 (Particulate matter with diameter of 2.5 micro-meters or less, that pose a significant health risk) three days after Diwali over the last three years says that such value was mostly higher this year as compared to two years prior.According to the Central Pollution Control Bo ...Read More >
A fire broke out in a commercial high-rise in Mumbai's Jogeshwari on Thursday morning, with no injuries reported. While 10-15 individuals are safely stranded in another section of the JNS Business Center, rescue operations are in progress. Firefighters are actively working to control the blaze with multiple engines and equipment. A fire erupted in a commercial high-rise in Mumbai's western suburb of Jogeshwari on Thursday morning, officials said. There has been no report of any injury to anyon ...Read More >
Mumbai: In a rare feat, Western Railway's (WR) Mumbai Central division recorded 100% punctuality for all Mail and Express trains on Wednesday. The achievement comes at a time when several Diwali-Chhath festival special trains are being operated in an already saturated network. WR officials said the perfect score was made possible through careful planning, close coordination between departments, and real-time monitoring of train operations. The division handles one of the most dense passenger net ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 23 (PTI) As many as 17 persons suffered from suffocation after a fire broke out at a 13-storey commercial building in Mumbai's Jogeshwari suburb on Thursday morning, officials said. Nine of those who complained of suffocation were being treated at the nearby civic-run HBT Hospital, a civic official said, adding that eight others opted to be discharged against medical advice. Thick black smoke billowed across the glass facade as the fire started at JNS Business Center near Gandhi Sc ...Read More >
The Ministry of Railways has approved a new fourth line between Tambaram and Chengalpattu. This project will cost Rs 757.18 crore. It aims to ease congestion on the busy rail corridor. The new line will improve suburban train operations. It will also benefit commuters travelling to southern districts. This development will boost passenger and freight traffic. The Ministry of Railways has approved the laying of a fourth line between Tambaram and Chengalpattu at an estimated cost of Rs 757.18 cro ...Read More >
Mumbai real estate: With property prices in the financial capital hitting the roof, a 235 sq ft studio apartment in Dahisar West recently sold for ₹62 lakh Mumbai's real estate market in 2025 continues to mirror the city's stark economic divide, where record-breaking luxury deals stand in sharp contrast to shrinking affordability. Earlier this year, a sea-facing apartment in Worli made headlines with a staggering price tag of over ₹600 crore, equivalent to nearly ₹3 lakh per square foot. At the ...Read More >
The Mettur Dam, the largest reservoir in the state, reached its Full Reservoir Level. (Image credit: @manojt4sap/X) Rain continued to batter Tamil Nadu causing a sharp rise in the water levels of the reservoirs and in Chennai, tree branches fell due to overnight downpour. The Mettur Dam, the largest reservoir in the state, reached its Full Reservoir Level (FRL). The widespread rain forced the administration in several districts to declare a holiday for schools and colleges on Wednesday. Apart ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Even as the city celebrated Deepavali with festive fervour, politics took centre stage Tuesday when chief minister Siddaramaiah and deputy CM DK Shivakumar launched a sharp attack on Bengaluru's BJP MPs, accusing them of ignoring the city's development and remaining silent on Karnataka's financial concerns in Parliament.Speaking at the foundation-laying ceremony for white-topping works in Gandhinagar, Siddaramaiah lashed out at the BJP MPs representing Bengaluru, alleging that they ha ...Read More >
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