Mumbai, Thane Choke On Diwali Pollution As Firecrackers Push AQI To Severe Levels
Mumbai and Thane recorded severe air quality readings on Diwali night, with AQI at 278 and 298, respectively, as firecracker emissions added to the city's pollution burden.
Portion of false ceiling collapses outside Mumbai airport terminal 2; 1 injured
On Sunday, a visitor was injured when part of the false ceiling at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport collapsed, according to airport officials. The unfortunate event occurred outside Terminal 2. First aid was administered swiftly by the airport's emergency medical team. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the collapse and are also checking the structural safety of the adjacent ceiling area.
NCP merger in final stages, leaders' roles to be clear soon: Maharashtra Minister makes big claim
A merger between the two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) appears to be in final stages and the rolls of various leaders would become clear soon, said Maharashtra Minister Sanjay Shirsat on Sunday. His remarks come days after NCP's Praful Patel met NCP(SP) chief Sharad Pawar in a Mumbai hospital, fueling speculations of a merger.
Kumar Sanu explains how his singing save him from underworld threats
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) Legendary playback singer Kumar Sanu, who has collaborated with his friend, and professional rival Udit Narayan for the song Suniyo Zara, has shared that he faced threats from the underworld during the peak of his playback career in the 90s. The veteran singer spoke with IANS at his house in the Andheri West area of Mumbai during the promotions of the song. He said that he did receive threats but he tackled them smartly by not giving the money but by using his artform. He told IANS, I did face a threat. Not that I didn't face a threat. But I tackled it beautifully. That is because of my singing. Be it a gangster or any other threat, they also liked my songs a lot. After Aashiqui, there was a time when everyone knew that I had become a star. They knew I would have a lot of money. But when I talked to them personally, I explained to them. I told them, You are my fan. You listen to my songs. They accepted it. They said, No, no, no. You dont worry. You just keep on singing. I handled it well. I didn't have to pay money for it. I didn't have to do anything. But I tackled them with my singing. Your talent never betrays you. It gave me success in this too. I was saved, he added. Earlier, the veteran playback shared that he had no idea who he would share the mic with. He said that he didnt know about the finer details of the song till he reached the recording room. He earlier told IANS, Actually, I didn't know which actor I was singing for or who was singing with me. I didn't know that. So what happened was that the music producer asked me if I would like to lend my voice to a song, and I said yes. So I went and found out that a song was being composed for this year's film Suryaa. I asked him, So, who is singing with me?. He said, Udit sir was singing and another guy was singing, he added.
When Sameer explained why every new playback singer sounds like Arijit Singh
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) Lyricist Sameer once spoke about the phenomenon of new age playback singers sounding the same across the board. An old clip of the lyricist from his podcast Sameer Ka Safarnama has resurfaced on the Internet, and it shows him talking to playback singer Javed Ali about all the singers sounding similar. He said, All the veterans of Hindi film music had their own colour, and style. And all the composers, writers and singers of that time had a wonderful thing. Like it is over today. Nowadays it seems that everyone is singing Arjit Singh. When singers like you perform, it feels fresh, and it seems that there is a little peace and a different voice. Otherwise, every person is sounding the same. And the sound is also sounding the same. No matter what song you listen to, everyone's sound is the same. He further mentioned, The same kind of voice, the same kind of sound. The conviction of people in making a song, in making a film, has also disappeared somewhere. Every man feels that he is just making a proposal, no one is making a film. Making a film is a very personal experience despite it being a collaborative artform. Earlier, we used to sit, jam, meet and talk. Now I have called you, Javed, come and sing a song. You will come and sing a song and leave? But I saw Lata ji and Kishore da for the recordings, they were having fun, while jamming on the song, they were discussing the song, he added.
Kareena Kapoor Khan shares warm Diwali wishes, says, Its always all about loving your parents
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan has shared glimpses of her Diwali celebrations with her family. On Sunday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared a series of pictures featuring her parents, Randhir Kapoor and Babita Kapoor, her sister Karisma Kapoor, and her elder son, Taimur. She also penned a long note in the caption, as she wrote, Jeena yahan, marna yahan, iske siwa jaana kahan. Happy Diwali people Its always all about loving your parents always. Earlier, Kareena Kapoor gave a glimpse of her Diwali celebrations with sister Karisma Kapoor. Bebo shared a special moment from the festive evening. Taking to Instagram, the actress posted a picture with Karisma, offering a glimpse of their bond and festive celebrations. Alongside the photograph, she simply wrote, Diwali with behna. The image featured Karisma and Kareena striking a pose together. Keeping it simple yet elegant, both twinned in yellow suits. In the photograph, Kareena can be seen looking away from the camera, while Karisma poses with her eyes closed. The Kapoor sisters share a close bond and often give glimpses of their time together through social media posts. The Udta Punjab actress has previously described Karisma as the anchor of the Kapoor and Pataudi families, revealing that family members often turn to her for advice and guidance. Recently, the sisters were also among the celebrities who attended fashion designer Manish Malhotras star-studded Diwali party in Mumbai on November 5, which saw several prominent names from the film industry in attendance. Among those who attended the star-studded evening were Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Akshay Kumar, and Madhuri Dixit, among others. Kareena arrived at the celebration with husband Saif Ali Khan. While the actress opted for a glamorous golden sequin saree teamed with a halter-neck blouse, Saif kept his look traditional in a navy-blue kurta paired with white pyjamas. Karisma Kapoor also attended the festive gathering and made a statement in a black-and-white ethnic ensemble.
False Ceiling Collapses at Mumbai Airport, One Injured
The airport's emergency medical team rushed to the spot immediately after the incident outside the terminal building and provided first aid to the injured individual
Amitabh Bachchan continued his much-loved Sunday tradition of meeting fans outside his Mumbai residence, Jalsa, on Diwali, November 8. He appeared before his fans without bulletproof glass, unlike last time, and was accompanied by his son, Abhishek Bachchan.
10-month global manhunt led to arrest of gangster from Ethiopia, says Punjab DGP
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 8 (IANS) A 10-month intelligence-led international manhunt involving spanning across Asia, South America and Africa in coordination with national and international agencies led to the arrest of gangster Gurwinder Singh alias Afridi from Ethiopia, Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav said here on Sunday. Yadav told the media here that Afridi, one of the key kingpins of the Doni Bal-Prabh Dassuwal gang, carried a reward of Rs 5 lakh announced by the state government on information leading to his arrest. He is facing charges of directing targeted killings, extortion-related firing incidents, and organised criminal networks in Punjab while operating from abroad. The DGP said the accused is wanted in more than 30 heinous criminal cases, including five murder cases, attempt to murder, extortion, and Arms Act offences. Saying that his arrest is a major breakthrough against transnational organised crime amid the ongoing campaign 'Gangstran Te Vaar' launched by Punjab Police's Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF), in coordination with the Overseas Fugitive Tracking and Extradition Cell (OFTEC) of Counter Intelligence and support of central agencies, the DGP added that the arrest was secured following his deportation from Ethiopia. This marks the first-ever deportation of a fugitive secured by Punjab Police from an African country, heralding a new chapter in the state's relentless crackdown against organised crime, DGP Yadav said, accompanying Special DGP (AGTF) Promod Ban and Special DGP (Counter Intelligence) Amit Prasad. His arrest marked the successful culmination of 'Operation SHAHID' -- a 10-month-manhunt involving sustained surveillance, strategic intelligence gathering, and tracking across multiple countries, he added. Sharing operational details, the DGP said that accused Afridi had fled abroad from the Mumbai airport to the UAE on March 31, 2025, using a fake passport obtained under the particulars of a Gorakhpur resident and issued from Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh on February 12, 2025. The accused was constantly evading law enforcement agencies across several continents, DGP Yadav said, adding that initially holed up in the UAE, the accused attempted to flee to Mexico via Istanbul, but was deported back to the UAE. Subsequently, the accused slipped into Kenya in April 2026, travelled onwards to Angola in June 2026, and moved to Ethiopia in November 2026. DGP Yadav said that Punjab Police have got a Red Notice issued against Afridi, shared inputs regarding his fake identity and movements with central agencies at critical intervals, and had seven INTERPOL references issued. The persistent multi-agency pursuit led to his detention in Ethiopia on November 6 and his subsequent deportation to India. He was taken into custody by Punjab Police at the New Delhi Airport and is being brought to Punjab to face the law.
Gold, silver outlook: Inflation data and geopolitical tensions likely to drive prices this week
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) Gold and silver prices are expected to remain volatile in the coming week as investors closely monitor geopolitical developments, crude oil price movements and key inflation data from major economies. Uncertainty surrounding tensions between the United States and Iran, along with expectations about the future direction of global interest rates, is likely to influence investor sentiment in the bullion market. Investors will focus on inflation figures from China, the United States, Germany, Japan and India to assess the outlook for monetary policy. US labour market data and comments from Federal Reserve officials will also be closely watched for clues about the timing of potential interest rate adjustments. Geopolitical developments in the Middle East are expected to remain a major driver of precious metal prices. US President Donald Trump has confirmed further military strikes against Iran while indicating that significant progress has been made in negotiations with Tehran. This has created uncertainty among investors over whether tensions will escalate further or diplomatic efforts will lead to a possible resolution. Apart from the US-Iran situation, developments in Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations will also remain on investors' radar. According to market analysts, the direction of these geopolitical developments could significantly influence demand for safe-haven assets such as gold and silver. In the domestic market, gold futures for December delivery on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) gained Rs 3,682, or nearly 3 per cent, during the previous week to close at Rs 1.42 lakh per 10 grams. Silver futures also recorded gains, rising Rs 5,655, or 3.15 per cent, to settle at Rs 1.84 lakh per kilogram. International markets witnessed a stronger recovery. December gold futures on COMEX advanced $176, or 4.5 per cent, over the week to close at $4,074.90 per ounce. Silver futures climbed $2.60, gaining 5.4 per cent to settle at $51.94 per ounce. Market experts attributed the initial weakness in bullion prices to stronger-than-expected US nonfarm payroll data and improving consumer sentiment. These developments strengthened the US dollar and pushed Treasury yields higher, putting pressure on precious metals. However, gold and silver recovered sharply during the middle of the week as investors returned to lower price levels through bargain buying and short-covering.
KEM Hospital saves 700-gram premature baby after five-month battle in NICU
The newborn battled several life-threatening complications during his prolonged hospital stay and required intensive medical care and respiratory support
CM Fadnavis announces borewell relaxation after Diwali visit to farmer's home
CM Fadnavis also announced a temporary relaxation of restrictions on borewell digging, allowing local farmers to dig borewells until December 15 to protect their orchards from the ongoing water shortage
Bright Outdoor Media moves to BSE, NSE main boards, eyes expansion in digital advertising
The transition gives the Mumbai-based company a wider capital-market platform as it looks to expand its outdoor advertising network, increase its digital billboard portfolio
OP Rajbhar accuses late Mulayam Singh Yadav for firing on kar sevaks
Uttar Pradesh Minister OP Rajbhar has accused former chief minister Mulayam Singh Yadav of being reponsible for the firing on the kar sevak's during the ram janmabhoomi movement, saying he said it himself in the Lok Sabha and the Legislative Assembly.
India Qualify For Cup of Nations, To Compete Against 18 International Teams
India marked a significant milestone in its motorsport journey, earning a place in Cup of Nations, which will see 18 international teams compete for the global championship in Mumbai from 7-9 November...
Nine, including senior citizens, rescued after building slab collapse in Thane
Fire brigade personnel, Thane Municipal Corporation's disaster management staff, the Thane Disaster Response Force and Vartak Nagar police jointly carried out the rescue operation
Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif share Diwali joy as they reveal son Vihaan
Mumbai Actor couple Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif have revealed the face of their son, Vihaan. On Sunday, the couple The post Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif share Diwali joy as they reveal son Vihaans face appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Delhi Vs Mumbai AQI On Nov 8: How The Pre-Diwali Air Quality Stands In The Top Two Metros
Delhi battled toxic haze with an AQI of 383 on Diwali, while Mumbai recorded a comparatively better AQI of 129 despite hot and humid weather. Jahangirpuri topped Delhis pollution levels at 450.
Kalpataru confident of meeting 6,500 cr pre-sales target for FY27: CFO
Realty firm Kalpataru Ltd will achieve its Rs 6,500 crore pre-sales target this fiscal, a 23 per cent rise from the previous year, as housing demand remains strong for established players, a senior company official said. In an interview with PTI, Mumbai-based Kalpataru Ltd CFO Chandrashekhar Joglekar said the company's sales bookings or pre-sales stood flat at nearly Rs 2,600 crore in the first half of this fiscal. He noted that housing demand remains intact despite concerns about a possible slowdown due to global economic uncertainties. We have given guidance for pre-sales at Rs 6,500 crore. We have already achieved 40 per cent in the first half of this fiscal. We will be achieving 60 per cent in the second half of this fiscal, Joglekar said. During the first half of this fiscal, the company's sales bookings stood at Rs 2,587 crore against Rs 2,577 crore in the year-ago period. Joglekar said the housing sales are generally high in the second half because of festive demand and
Dalal Street rings in Samvat 2083 with Sensex up 250 points
Mumbai: Indian equity benchmark indices opened in positive territory during the special Muhurat Trading session on Sunday, November 8, marking the beginning of the Hindu calendar year Samvat 2083 on a bullish note. At the opening bell at 2:20 pm, the Sensex gained around 250 points, while the Nifty advanced nearly 40 points. The special Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
This is the only trade that has been officially confirmed so far by the BCCI. There are strong rumours that Mumbai Indians' Hardik Pandya will be traded to Punjab Kings
Jaiswal Backed For Captaincy Trade-Off To New Franchise By Ex-IPL Winner
This is the only trade that has been officially confirmed so far by the BCCI. There are strong rumours that Mumbai Indians' Hardik Pandya will be traded to Punjab Kings
Where is Hardik Pandya? Mumbai Indians' Diwali Greeting Post Sparks IPL 2027 Exit Rumours
Mumbai Indians shared a Diwali greeting featuring several familiar faces from their men's and women's teams, but one notable name was missing Hardik Pandya.
Deepak Chahar To Lead Rajasthan In Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Manav Suthar Named Vice-captain
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: India seamer Deepak Chahar will lead Rajasthan in the 2026/27 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, with left-arm spinner Manav Suthar named as the vice-captain in the 15-member squad announced by the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA). Rajasthan are drawn in Elite Group A and will play all seven of their league matches in Mumbai, starting with a clash against Uttar Pradesh on November 14. Apart from Deepak, who has played 13 ODIs and 25 T20Is for India and didnt feature in the first half of the Ranji Trophy, his younger brother, leg-spinner Rahul Chahar, also finds a place in the team. Rahul, who has played an ODI and six T20Is for India, was initially rumoured to join another team for the ongoing domestic season, but will now continue to play for Rajasthan. Just like Deepak, he didnt feature in the first half of the Ranji Trophy. Theres still no place for left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed, who has been recovering from hamstring surgery sustained while playing for his former team, Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Khaleel, who has played 11 ODIs and 18 T20Is for India, was recently traded to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for his existing fee of Rs 4.8 crore. The squad features seasoned left-handed batting all-rounder Mahipal Lomror, young wicketkeeper-batters Kartik Sharma and Mukul Choudhary, all of whom were part of IPL 2026. Other team members include Abhijeet Tomar, Ajay Raj Singh, Kunal Singh Rathore, Honey Pratap Singh and Himanshu Singh Rana. Ramniwas Golada, Rohan Rajbahar, Himanshu Nehra and Abhishek Mund complete the group picked for the competition. After their opening game against Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan will take on Jharkhand on November 16 before meeting Chandigarh on November 18. A day-night fixture against Baroda follows on November 20, before Rajasthan return to action against Mizoram on November 22. Rajasthan will complete their group-stage commitments after taking on Karnataka on November 24 and facing off against Bengal on November 26. Ramniwas Golada, Rohan Rajbahar, Himanshu Nehra and Abhishek Mund complete the group picked for the competition. After their opening game against Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan will take on Jharkhand on November 16 before meeting Chandigarh on November 18. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Banner offers reward for information on four terrorists wanted in Srinagar
A banner was seen on a wall in Lal Chowk of Srinagar asking information about four terrorists, who are linked to killing a cop and the informant would be rewarded handsomely.
'Ramayana' BO collection: Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, Sai Pallavi starrer touches Rs 210 cr net
Ramayana: Part I continues to shine at the box office with stellar collections on its first Sunday, amassing Rs. 194.39 crore in just four days. The film saw attendance grow from 35.9% in the morning to 39% in the afternoon. Key cities like Bengaluru and Mumbai in Karnataka and Maharashtra are propelling its success, with total earnings expected to rise due to Diwali celebrations and evening engagements.
Modi praises Fadnavis for celebrating Diwali with drought-hit farmers in Nagpur
PM Modi said the chief minister's initiative reflected the compassion with which the NDA government in Maharashtra was working to support farmers and safeguard their well-being
Thane: Three arrested as police crack 12 burglary cases in Bhiwandi
According to police, the accused allegedly worked in collusion with a key accomplice who travelled from Uttar Pradesh to Maharashtra to carry out burglaries across Bhiwandi city. A search is underway to trace the main accused, a police official said
22, 24 carat Gold prices remain steady across metro cities on November 8
The Special NIA court in Mumbai sentenced ISIS jihadi Dr Adnanali Sarkar to six years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 65,000.
Diwali festivities keep pace with food inflation and fireworks ban
Priyanka Chopra wishes Diwali with a perfect family pic with Nick & Malti
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) Global sensation Priyanka Chopra wished everyone a 'Happy Diwali' with a perfect family picture with husband Nick Jonas, and daughter Malti Marie Chopra Jonas. On Sunday, PeeCee uploaded a couple of glimpses from the Diwali bash she recently hosted at her L.A home. Priyanka looked something out of a fairy tale as she opted for a burgundy-and-gold strapless gown, embroidered with zardozi, beadwork and gold thread. She accessorized the festive look with a tiny kundan maang, huge golden earrings, and complementary bangles. Priyanka wore her hair in a sleek low bun, adorned with a fresh white gajra. For makeup, the 'Barfi' actress went with a berry lip and smoky eyes. Nick opted for a cream-and-white embroidered kurta set. Twinning with her father, little Malti was seen in a white lehenga. Some camera roll favourites from this Diwali. (Black heart emoji) Wishing you all a very Happy Diwali (Diya emoji) (sic), PeeCee captioned the post. Nick reacted to the post with a diya and star-eyed emoticon. Despite not staying in India, Priyanka makes it a point to keep her traditions alive and also keep her daughter connected to Indian traditions and festivities. Recently, Priyanka treated the netizens to a glimpse into her Dussehra celebrations at their Los Angeles home, which included Pooja, Shivling Abhishek and Havan, along with Kanya Pujan. In one of the photos, Nick was seen washing Malti's feet. Dressed in an ivory outfit, Malti wore a red scarf bearing the words Jai Mata Di. PeeCee also celebrated Karwa Chauth with Nick in L.A. PeeCee revealed Nick made sure that his ongoing tour was set up to be home for Karwa Chauth. Dropping a couple of sneak peeks of her Karwa Chauth celebration, she penned the caption, He can home without me asking him to.. knowing how much it would mean to mm and I.. he made sure tour was set up to be home for karwachauth.. (Teary eyes emoji) No one like my guy May a love like this find you all.. happy karwachauth (Red heart emoji).
Saudi-Yemen tensions escalate as Houthis claim attacks on oil facilities
Yemen's Houthis claim six missile and drone attacks targeting Saudi oil facilities, Riyadh airport and military sites, alleging casualties among Saudi troops. The claims remain unverified. Meanwhile, Yemen's government has urged Lebanon to prevent alleged Hezbollah support for the group
Palghar man allegedly kills roommate after fight over kitchen chores, utensils
The incident took place in the Boisar area on Saturday night. The two men, identified as Dhananjay Sahani, 29, and Chottelal Saini, 28, worked as painters and shared a rented room in Mahavir Nagar
Saying sorry brings peace: Amitabh Bachchans message
Mumbai: Amidst his ongoing health struggles, Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan revealed that now he has gotten extremly used to saying sorry to everyone. Wishing everyone a Happy Diwali on his Tumblr blog, Big B revealed that although he wanted to reply to everyones warm wishes, his health is not allowing him to do so. In Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Fire breaks out at Thane society, four injured; two residents rescued
The fire broke out in the corridor on the seventh floor of the A Wing of Aravali Hills Society, a ground-plus-seven-storey residential building in the Kasarvadavali area. The Thane Municipal Corporation received information about the incident at around 12.20 am.
Narendra Modi ki aukaat nahi: Dipke takes swipe at PM during Kochi rally
Dipke accused the Prime Minister of compromising India's interests in its trade and diplomatic relationship with Washington. He also questioned the government's response to young people protesting against the electoral roll revision exercise.
Rohit Pawar calls Maharashtra's Rs 30,000 crore drought aid demand inadequate
During a visit to Shivani Lakh village in Ausa tehsil of Latur district, the Karjat-Jamkhed MLA reviewed drought-affected areas and criticised the state government's response to the agrarian crisis
Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari extend warm wishes on Diwali
Union Ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, JP Nadda, Nitin Gadkari and others extended Diwali 2026 greetings, wishing citizens happiness, prosperity, peace and good health while highlighting values of unity, harmony and positivity
Maharashtra minister urges well-off farmers to return Rs 5,000 drought relief
The government recently announced an advance payment of Rs 5,000 for eligible farmers in drought-affected areas ahead of Diwali. As of November 5, more than Rs 4,372 crore had been transferred to over 87 lakh farmers under the relief programme
Diwali 2026: City-Wise Lakshmi Puja Timings for Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru And Other Cities
Kandivali chain snatching: Two arrested for robbing 76-year-old woman
The complainant was returning home after shopping on Tuesday when an unidentified man allegedly followed her into her residential building and snatched her gold chain on the second floor
Japan earthquake: 5.7-magnitude quake hits central region, injures at least 24
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Japan's Shizuoka region early Sunday, injuring at least 24 people, damaging shops and disrupting train services, including Shinkansen bullet trains. No tsunami warning was issued. A separate 4.3-magnitude quake hit Kumamoto later
Gold, silver prices today, 8 November: Check retail price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine silver on Diwali 2026 in your cities Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai.
Amitabh Bachchan stresses on the importance of
Amitabh Bachchan stresses on the importance of Sorry amidst health concerns Mumbai: Amidst his ongoing health struggles, Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan revealed that now he has gotten extremly used to saying sorry to everyone. Wishing everyone a Happy Diwali on his Tumblr blog, Big B revealed that although he wanted to reply to everyones warm [] The post Amitabh Bachchan stresses on the importance of Sorry amidst health concerns appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Mumbai weather: Colaba records 36.6 deg C, AQI at 129 amid hot, humid conditions
According to the temperature observations for November 8, Colaba recorded a minimum temperature of 25.6 degrees Celsius, while Santacruz registered 22.4 degrees Celsius
Ill Remember This For As Long As I Can, Says Ben Treloar On His Ranji Trophy Umpiring Stint
New South Wales Cricket Umpires: Two Ranji Trophy matches, a handful of new friendships and a fresh taste for Indian cooking are some of the memories Australian umpire Ben Treloar will hold on for the rest of his life after wrapping up his maiden first-class cricket umpiring stint in the country. Treloar spent the second half of October in India before flying back to Sydney. He stood in two Ranji Trophy fixtures - the second-round Elite Group C clash between Delhi and Gujarat at the Palam Air Force B Ground, and then officiated in the third-round fixture between Mumbai and Haryana at the BKC ground in Mumbai. Treloar officiating in the Ranji Trophy games was possible due to the Umpire Exchange Programme between Cricket Australia (CA) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). From India, umpire Parashar Joshi will be in Australia to stand in two Sheffield Shield matches and one One Day Cup fixture. Absolutely - Ill be remembering this for as long as I can remember. So its been an incredible experience and Id love to come back for sure to be either umpiring or just seeing the rest of India. Its an amazing place and one that I can hopefully be able to share with my family one day in the near future, a jet-lagged Treloar said in an interaction with IANS. Treloar, who learnt of his trip to India about six weeks before travelling, came with considerable experience of officiating in 107 mens matches across first-class, List A and T20 cricket, besides two womens ODIs and seven womens T20Is. Yet the Ranji Trophy umpiring debut tested him. He stood on the field for 318.5 overs across four days of a high-scoring draw at Palam. Four days before the game began, Treloar landed in New Delhi in order to adjust to the weather and time zone. He also spent close to 10 hours touring the city with a driver and guide just hours after checking into his hotel at 2 am. The following day, just driving around Delhi, seeing the sights, learning about the history of the city. So, for me, just really embracing the culture, being out in the city, seeing the people, eating the food, getting used to the weather, all those types of things really got me ready for the game that was to be in a couple of days time, he added. He admitted to butterflies on match morning, mostly from wanting to repay the faith of CA and the BCCI, but they eased after day ones play. It wasnt lost on me how prestigious the Ranji Trophy is and the history that competition has, and the players realise that as well, and thats why they play with so much passion in India. So, definitely some nerves, but they were good nerves. It was just about really looking forward to getting the game underway and getting this Indian journey started, added Treloar. Among his fondest memories are the performances he watched up close: a knock of 199 from Priyansh Arya and a double century from Delhi skipper Ayush Badoni. In Mumbai, seeing centuries from bats of Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Musheer Khan, Nishant Sindhu, and Tanush Kotians figures of 8-81 will be forever etched in Treloars mind. Those types of things are really going to stick with me over the course of time. Being part of that and being able to be there and witness it, that was pretty special. The other things that really stuck out to me and quite obvious were how close our officiating team was. My colleagues, Vinod (Seshan) and Sadi (Sadashiv Iyer) and then the match referees as well and their contribution to the team across the two games. I didnt feel like I was coming from the outside or just joining them for a couple of games. All of them made me feel really welcome, part of the team. We just shared all of our responsibilities. So for me, thats what Im going to take out most from these games, just the teamwork that the umpires showed for each other. I made some pretty good friends for the rest of my life there, he added. As the game progressed in Palam, Treloar stopped feeling like he was officiating in a foreign country. The players, too, went out of their way. Oh yeah, a lot of the players, when they were standing next to me in the field or if we were seeing them in the morning before the game started, they just came over and said hello and asked my name and where I was from. So there was some genuine interest there around me, and I was part of that game for them. But they were very welcoming, very encouraging and just hope that I enjoyed my time in India. So it was really nice. On staying switched on through marathon batting innings from both teams at Palam, Treloar said routines honed over two decades kept him going. You fall back onto those routines, making sure youre doing the same thing every ball, and just reminding yourself where you are and bring yourself back in the moment. Were here at Palam, were umpiring Delhi and Gujarat, and were just doing the best job we can. So for me, six balls at a time, same routine, and we just umpire with what we see and hear at the other end and make decisions based on that. Asked if the low-flying aircrafts flying over his head were a distraction, Treloar stated, Yeah, it was. Weve got a similar ground here in Sydney called Drummoyne Oval, where weve got planes that come over quite regularly as well. So I kind of leant on that experience a bit, and Palam theyre a little bit closer, a little bit louder, but by the end of the game, I think, I didnt realise that they were coming over as often as they were. Treloar then drew the difference between the two venues:- on Delhis black soil, balls stayed low and slow, while Mumbais red soil helped the quicks early before breaking up. When youre in Mumbai, with the ball spinning and bouncing a bit, thats a challenge as well. The ball was bouncing higher at times than what you think, and spinning a bit more than you think as well. So youve got to catch up with tracking the ball, he said. Anticipating this, Treloar joined both squads for intense net sessions on similar surfaces two days before the game and on the eve of the clash. I did because when it started to happen during the match, it wasnt a surprise. So wed seen it beforehand and then just to give ourselves the best opportunity. Its not foolproof. Were not perfect, but you give yourself the best opportunity if you can do that practice before, he said of the preparation. Off the field, the food left a deep impression on Treloar - from rich Delhi fare of stuffed potatoes and capsicums, roti, naan and dal to lighter meals in Mumbai. On his first night back home, he cooked butter chicken, saffron rice and roti from scratch for his family. Being in India gave us a real understanding of the different flavour profiles and then being able to come here and then practise them at home and share some of that experience with my family was really special. So they loved it, which was great and thatll be the first of many different meals that well have together with that Indian flavour. Asked if he was now a cooking connoisseur, Treloar laughed. I dont know about a connoisseur, but I enjoy it. Its something away from cricket that you can lose yourself in and yeah, it makes your family happy. So thats great. I love doing it. Treloars journey began with playing cricket at 11. At 23, after three straight summers of club cricket in Australia, England and back home, he sensed his calling lay in umpiring. I did my first sort of umpiring Laws of Cricket course when I was about 16. I was still playing. I did that with my dad who came along and after we finished that, I kept playing for a bit and then I think I was about 23 or 24 when I made the decision to go into umpiring. I was playing cricket on Saturday and then I started umpiring on Sunday. I did that for a season and then once that season had finished, I think the love for umpiring and officiating took over. So, I stopped playing and then took up officiating on a more regular basis. He cleared his Level 2 accreditation through the New South Wales Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association, where he has worked full-time as an education officer for nearly six years and has been on the active umpiring circuit for 21 years. Next for Treloar are umpiring in Premier Cricket games in Sydney and a Sheffield Shield fixture, but a return trip to India remains firmly on his wish list - this time, he hopes, with his family. For now, gratitude runs deep in Treloar for the experiences the umpires exchange programme offered him for the rest of his life. Cricket Australia and the BCCI have got such a strong and positive relationship. I guess all the umpires from both boards are grateful for the investment that theyre making in umpiring and providing those opportunities for some umpires to experience conditions in different countries. Its a great opportunity for those that are involved to bring that experience back to the umpires in their home country and share those learnings and experiences from the games that theyve had. So any of that assistance that we can provide to our colleagues to help them be better in umpiring, and to help them here at home. Cricket Australia and the BCCI have got such a strong and positive relationship. I guess all the umpires from both boards are grateful for the investment that theyre making in umpiring and providing those opportunities for some umpires to experience conditions in different countries. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Indian stock markets set for special Muhurat trading session
Mumbai: The Indian stock markets were set for the special Muhurat trading session on Sunday, November 8, from 2.20 pm to 3.30 pm, marking the start of Samvat 2083 on the back of an extraordinary seven-session rally. The Indian market enters Samvat 2083 in a position of genuine strength. Across the last 10 Muhurat sessions Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
JNU rusticates four students after violent altercation leaves four injured
The incident took place around 3 pm on November 5 in room 119 of the Barak Hostel on campus.
Mumbai's biggest TBMs gear up tocarve out twin Coastal Road tunnels
Two oil tankers catch fire in Strait of Hormuz, claims IRGC
Both vessels had turned off navigation and GPS systems and were burning following the explosions, it added.
'Mogging' takes over social media, named Collins Dictionary's word of the year
Mogging mogs every other word out there by becoming the 2026 Word of the Year
Team first, but personal milestones matter too
Make no mistake, victory should always remain a priority, but there is not a single Indian cricket fan who does not want Kohli to get to 100 international centuries. So, if theres an occasion where some other teammate sacrifices his runs to allow him the chance to get there, the glory will not be just Kohlis but for all Indian cricket fans too
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) Actress Raavee Gupta called her 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' co-star Smriti Irani a 'thorough professional'. While speaking exclusively to IANS, Raavee added that Smriti never lets her grand political stature come on the set. She was asked, You have worked with Smriti Irani. Given her political journey and professional stature, does that influence her working style on the sets? Calling Smriti extremely 'friendly and warm', Raavee added, She never brings her political image or stature onto the set. She is a very simple and straightforward person. I have never seen her carry herself with any airs. When asked about Smriti's reaction to the show coming to an end, Ravee added that she got extremely emotional. Her character has become iconic, and she is Tulsi. I have seen several reels from the last day of the shoot, and I think everyone was teary-eyed, including her. The show has been such a significant part of her career and her life. It was certainly a very profound moment, Raavee explained. She was also asked about the emotional transition between hearing that the show would go off air and actually bidding farewell to everyone. Were you mentally prepared for the journey to end? To this, Raavee revealed that they were told that it would be a finite show, so they knew it would eventually come to an end. When we entered the final few days of shooting, we were aware that we would soon wrap up. However, the day we shot the Diwali sequence was particularly emotional. The atmosphere on the set was different. Everyone was relatively quiet. Of course, there was happiness, but there was also a strong sense that something was coming to an end. Everyone was a little sad, she revealed.
Israel President tasks opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot with forming government
Eisenkot, a former military chief, ran as the main challenger to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, leading a bloc of parties seeking to oust Israel's longest-serving premier.
Maharashtra FDA suspends 43 food licences, seizes food worth Rs 63 lakh amid festive season
Mumbai, Nov 8 The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA), led by Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe, has suspended 43 food business The post Maharashtra FDA suspends 43 food licences, seizes food worth Rs 63 lakh amid festive season appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Mumbai court convicts Dr Adnanali Sarkar in ISIS terror module case, awards six-year sentence
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has secured the conviction of Dr Adnanali Sarkar in the Maharashtra ISIS Terror Module case. A Special Court in Mumbai convicted Sarkar, listed as accused number five in the case,...
Vardhaan Puri remembers enjoying Diwali sweets, bursting crackers with grandfather Amrish Puri
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) Actor Vardhaan Puri remembered enjoying Diwali sweets and bursting crackers with grandfather Amrish Puri as a kid. Looking back on his fondest Diwali memories as a child, he said, My fondest childhood memories are those with my grandparents at home. I used to be obsessed with Kaju Katli. So, Kaju Katli, Moti Choor ke Laddu, Besan Laddu, Kheer, Rasmalai. I used to really enjoy sweets. I still do, but now due to my fitness goals, I try to be very disciplined. I also remember us bursting a lot of crackers and not being very mindful of our environment. I guess that was just a phase of my life, so I have stopped bursting crackers as thats the last thing the world needs at this point. Vardhaan added that the one tradition he has followed since childhood is getting new clothes for Diwali. I like to wear them when I am in the pujas and when the family comes over. That always makes me feel good. He added that they also buy silver and gold every Diwali, either in the form of jewellery or vessels as it is considered lucky. I also like going shopping with my mom and sending out personalized gifts to people whom we hold very close to our hearts, the actor added. For Vardhaan, Diwali is not just a Hindu festival, but a festival for every Indian. I see that on Diwali, people of different faiths, different religions, different castes come together and have a great time together irrespective of their differences. He added that he likes to reset his mind and heart on Diwali. If I have any grudges or any kind of ill feelings towards anyone, I like to make a call to them or reach out to them in some way and create a happy, peaceful relationship between us. Basically, I like to let bygones be bygones and work on any relationship that might not be at the point where I would like it to be. That is something I want to stop limiting this behavior to this beautiful festival, and I want to practice it on an everyday basis.
Dudhwa Tiger Reserve conducts comprehensive health check-up of all 25 elephants
On Wednesday, the experts assessed the physical health of the elephants, observed their habits and examined them while on Thursday, dung samples were collected to detect any possible infections and other health concerns, he added.
'Ramayana' makers warn of legal action over 'Unauthorised' recording of Ranbir Kapoor & Yash starrer
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) As Ranbir Kapoor and Yash starrer 'Ramayana' continues to perform well at the box office, the makers have issued a stern warning against those found recording the film in cinema halls and then sharing it online. They took to their official X (Previously known as Twitter) handle and said that strict legal action will be taken against those found guilty. It has come to our attention that unauthorised footage of Namit Malhotras Ramayana is being recorded inside cinema halls and circulated across social media and messaging platforms (sic), they wrote on the micro-blogging site. Stating the recent order by the Bombay High Court, the makers added that the offenders will face 'criminal, civil and contempt' proceedings that too without any further notice. The Hon'ble Bombay High Court, by orders dated 2 November 2026 and 6 November 2026 in commercial IP suit (l) no. 37230 of 2026, has restrained all persons, known and unknown, from recording, uploading, sharing or otherwise communicating the film or any part of it without authorisation. Doing so is copyright infringement, a criminal offence punishable with imprisonment and fine under the Copyright Act, 1957, the Cinematograph Act, 1952, the BNS, 2023 and the IT Act, 2000, and a contempt of court, the statement further read. They also advised all to delete any such content already posted on social media. All persons are strictly directed to refrain from recording, posting or sharing any such content and to delete anything already posted. Offenders will be reported to the authorities and platforms and will face criminal, civil and contempt proceedings, without further notice. All rights reserved, concluded the post. Released on November 5, 'Ramayana: Part 1' features Ranbir as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, and Yash as Ravana. Ravie Dubey, Indira Krishna, Arun Govil, Vivek Oberoi, Sonal Jha, Lara Dutta, Kunal Kapoor, Rakul Preet Singh, and Kajal Aggarwal are also seen in crucial roles in the drama.
BJP hits back at Sonia Gandhi over remarks on India's democracy and institutions
People are now beginning to be restless and recognising the damage. But I am optimistic and I know that the people of India will be welcome a return to proper governance.
Arunachal Pradesh releases four anti-Siang dam protesters after a month
The government, however, maintained that the withdrawal of FIRs against protesters would have to follow due legal process
But Lobo Lobo, it still doesnt tell me, why you are carrying around a can of paint and paint brush.
Three Mumbai high-rises hit by fires, no injuries reported
Mumbai: Three separate fires were reported in high-rises in Mumbais Andheri, Kandivali and Goregaon areas on Saturday night, November 7, with officials suspecting that firecrackers may have triggered some of them. No injuries were reported in any of the incidents, they said. A civic official said that the first fire was reported around 9.20 pm Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Then it draws a hard line. No buffalo. No buffalo meat, no buffalo milk, no buffalo ghee. Thus we see a shift in what is being offered.
Navi Mumbai: Two sisters injured in firing incident referred to JJ Hospital
Bullet lodged in her back removed in 30-minute surgery; her sister being treated for head injuries
Man survives train fall amid Mumbai Central fight, another escapes
Mumbai: Two men had near-fatal encounters with Mumbai local trains in separate incidents triggered by disputes, officials said on Saturday, November 7. At Mumbai Central station, a man survived a fall from a Churchgate-Virar fast local train after a fight broke out near the doorway on Friday night, November 6. When the train was approaching Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Mumbai: Rare Laggar falcon spotted in Nalasopara for the first time
A rare Laggar falcon, last sighted in Mumbai in 2001, makes a reappearance this month
HC seeks robust policy to deter garbage dumping in Mumbais slum areas
Mumbai, Thane report four fire incidents in hours amid Diwali festivities
Fortunately, no deaths were reported in any of the incidents in Mumbai and Thane
Mumbai: 60-year-old woman arrested after allegedly using minors as drug mules
60-year-old grandma and daughter-in-law held held for running heroin racket in Borivli-Dahisar with the help of minor boys
Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), State Health Society, Maharashtra, Mumbai Recruitment 2026 for 20 vacancies across various posts will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview. The recruitment drive includes Lead of Data Science & AI, PMO & Delivery Head, Lead of Engineering, Chief Architect, and other positions. Eligible candidates can attend the interview on 17 November 2026 and 18 November 2026. Candidates should report at 10:00 AM. For complete details, candidates can visit nhm.maharashtra.gov.in.
Ronit Roy reunites with Shweta Tiwari at Ektaa Kapoors Diwali bash
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) Actor Ronit Roy, who is known for his work in films like Udaan, 2 States, Ugly and several others, had a reunion with his Kasautii Zindagi Kay co-star Shweta Tiwari at a Diwali bash. The actor also shared that he had to leave the event early due to his work commitments, as he has a working Diwali. On Saturday, the actor took to his Instagram, and shared a series of pictures from the event in which he can be seen having a gala time with his friends from the industry. The party was hosted by television mogul Ektaa Kapoor, and saw the whos who of the industry making a bee-line. The pictures featured Manish Malhotra, Ektaa Kapoor, Shilpa Shetty Kundra, her husband Raj Kundra, and her sister Shamita Shetty. The actor also penned a long note in the caption, as he spoke about his early exit from the event. He wrote, Zyada after wala huya nahin kyunki Jaldi nikalna Padaa. Kal subah early morning kaam hai! Haan Diwali ke din bhi. Achcha hai na.shubh din pe shubh Samay ka subh istemal. Chalo happy Diwali and good night (Not too much after party because I had to leave early. Early morning work tomorrow. Yes, even on Diwali. Isn't it good? Auspicious use of auspicious time on auspicious day. Happy Diwali and good night). Earlier, the actor shared a note of appreciation for his wife Neelam Bose Roy. He took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and shared a video of a warrior being helped to climb a hill by his female partner. The actor compared his wife to the female partner, and expressed his gratitude towards his wife for being with him.
Sonu Nigam announces sons journey into world of music far flung from family tradition
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) Padma Shri awardee Sonu Nigams son, Nevaan Nigam is carving his own path. On Saturday, the playback singer took to his Instagram, and shared a post announcing his sons venture into the world of short films and music videos. He shared a picture of his son looking into the camera. He penned a long note in the caption, as he expressed his delight to his sons journey and choices that he has made. He wrote, On this auspicious and pious occasion of Diwali, Nevaan embarks upon his journey into the world of Music venturing into a path far flung from his Grandfather and Father to explore his own horizons. The singer recounted his sons journey of transformation, and dedication, as he shared, From a chubby little boy to a fit and lean young man, from someone who was extremely shy to sing in front of his own father, to someone who's practicing the vocal exercises taught to him by his brilliant vocal coach 16 hours a day and cracking one take recordings in the studio with the legend Poo Bear, from someone who had a tough time jogging even for merely 3 minutes, to someone who's doing hours of dance practise to hone his skills, Nevaan has truly made our family very very thankful and happy, (Proud, is a word I avoid using in life). From Kolaveri Di in studio at age 4 to Abhi Mujh Mein Kahin live on stage at age 4 and a half, he's been fortunate to receive your enormous and unfathomable love. Do bless him that he continues his journey ahead with dignity, hardwork, passion and humility. Give him your love.. Presenting Slide BY NEVAAN NIGAM, he added. Slide is a sci-fi short film, and features Nevaan Nigam as the protagonist, who travels back in time through a time-travel device.
Pune pockets may see poor to severe AQI, Mumbai likely to slip into poor to very poor category
Sunday Digest From A Phone Call From Israel To A Physics Institute In Mumbai
Sanatorium owned by city trust awaits its fate as battle rages in waqf tribunal
Oriental turtle dove sighted for the first time in Kharghar
Pune doctor pleads guilty, sentenced to six years in jail for active involvement with IS
Marathwada farmers caught in the net of micro-finance companies
Water conservation stressed during Diwali festival
PCMC tree body hikes rates and held up chopping proposal
Maharashtra FDA suspends Orient Club food licence in Diwali safety drive
'Light lamps to protect trees in Nerul garden'
