Foreign Airlines, Adani Airports deadlocked over Mumbai Airport shift
A meeting on Wednesday between Adani Airports that controls both Mumbai and Navi Mumbai airports and foreign carriers ended without an agreement after around 90 minutes of discussions. About 50 executives representing almost all the 45 airlines in Mumbai's Airline Operators' Committee attended the meeting, people familiar with the matter said. Airlines sought further details before committing to the move.
Tiger Shroff firing case: 11 accused re-arrested under MCOCA after court grants permission
The accused were produced before the special MCOCA court on October 28, a day after the Mumbai Crime Branch invoked provisions of the Act against them
When Kunal Kemmu spoke about his bro chemistry with Saif Ali Khan
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Actor Kunal Kemmu once spoke about his first meeting with Saif Ali Khan, and being nervous as he was dating his sister Soha Ali Khan. A video from Soha Ali Khans podcast has resurfaced, and it shows her asking her brother, and her husband if they remembered their 1st meeting. She said, Do you remember the first time the both of you met? Responding to the same, Saif said, Yeah, I do too. Can't remember where it was though. Kunal chimed in, as he said, It was at a game of pool at a friend's house. We played three sets. I was hoping to beat you guys on... I beat you in one game and we lost two on. But I remember you complimented me on my biceps. So I was like, that's a win-win. Saif said, How did I compliment you on your biceps? Did I say, you have nice biceps? Kunal said, Yeah. Soha interjected, as she said, Did you touch him? to which Saif said, I do like touching him. Kunal went on, I remember he was very cool because I remember speaking to you about troubles that I was having with her. And it was pretty much like my brother telling me what to do as opposed to like... the girl's brother telling me. You were like, Look,this is a rollercoaster. The code. You've decided to be on it. Either you can get off or like just enjoy the ride. And he was saying advice and I was like, Have you done this before? You seem like a pro at this. Saif then shared, I felt he was lovely, lovely guy. Warm and funny and very charming. A really good storyteller.. I remember I was very nervous because I was meeting this superstar and I was like... also I'm dating... Yeah. And I was like, also I'm dating his sister. I hope he doesn't kick my a** at pool, Kunal added.
Musheer Khan recorded a rare feat of scoring a century and taking a five-for as his all-round show gave Mumbai a massive 160-run first innings lead against Haryana in their Elite Group D Ranji Trophy match Tuesday.
Veteran filmmaker and CID creator BP Singh died on October 27, aged 77, after suffering a massive heart attack. Shivaji Satam, Dayanand Shetty, Aditya Srivastava and other CID actors attended his last rites on October 28 in Mumbai.
Show where 33cr trees planted: State Cong chief; Raj blames Guj moneybags
Composer and singer Salim Merchant has purchased commercial premises in Mumbai's Santacruz with four other buyers for 12.85 crore, according to CRE Matrix. The deal, registered on October 7, includes 1,285 sq ft of carpet area and a parking space, with Merchant holding a reported 50% stake.
Education Leaders To Discuss AI, Future Curricula At Mumbai Conference
India's premier education leadership conference, EGN ConnectX India 2026, will be held in Mumbai from November 3. The event will bring together school and university leaders, policymakers, and edtech innovators to discuss the integration of AI in classrooms, future-ready curricula, and skilling initiatives. The conference aims to provide actionable solutions for implementing AI in education, addressing challenges faced by educators.
Mumbai Airport, Airlines Work Out Plan To Shift Traffic To Navi Mumbai
In a meeting with the Airline Operators Committee (AOC) on Wednesday, the airport said IndiGo, Air India and Akasa Air have finalised plans to move international operations accounting for around three million passengers annually to Navi Mumbai.
Tiger Shroff firing case: 11 accused re-arrested under MCOCA
The accused were produced before the special MCOCA court on Wednesday, a day after the Mumbai Crime Branch invoked provisions of the Act against them. During the hearing, the prosecution moved a formal application seeking permission to re-arrest the accused under the newly added provisions
Mumbai Indians Full Squad After WPL Auction 2027
Mumbai Indians (MI) signed batter Disha Kasat, wicketkeeper-batter Latika Inamdar and spinner Bharti Rawal for Rs 10 lakh each at the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction in Kochi on Wednesday
Mumbais power needs put Jaitapur nuclear project back in focus
Mumbai drug crackdown: Two arrested as Dindoshi, Charkop police seize MD
In the first case, Dindoshi police arrested a man after allegedly recovering 640 grams of mephedrone worth Rs 1.28 crore near Satellite Tower in Hanuman Nagar, Film City Road, in Goregaon East, on Monday
Mumbai Airport Shares Vision For Redevelopment Of Terminal 1
Beyond the architectural transformation, the redevelopment plans seek to significantly expand the terminal's passenger-handling capacity and improve the overall airport experience.
Long-night duties, even when within legal limits, leave 63 in 100 Indian pilots sleepy at landing
Rajesh Kumar on Matargashti: It is a beautiful reflection of our society
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 28 (IANS) Actor Rajesh Kumar has opened up about his latest series Matargashti and said that his character Prakash reflects the mindset of a large section of middle-class society, where parents expectations for their children often stem from a place of care and concern. The actor, who is delighted with the response to the show, believes that its simple storytelling, relatable characters and heartwarming father-daughter bond have struck a chord with audiences. He also describes the series as a beautiful reflection of middle-class society and its family dynamics. Speaking about his character, Prakash, Rajesh told IANS, I would define Prakash as someone who represents almost 90 per cent of middle-class people. Often, when it comes to sons, parents have a particular way of thinking and a certain direction in which they want their lives to go. Prakash is not conservative, but he is concerned. His intentions come from a place of care. For me, Prakash is a reflection of our society. Talking about the shows success, he mentioned, It is truly overwhelming to see Matargashti trending and receiving so much appreciation. With certain projects, you never really know how they will be received when you are shooting them. But Matargashti has genuinely surprised me with the response it has received on Netflix. What makes the series stand out, according to him, is its simplicity. I think the simplicity of the storytelling has surprised the audience. What Adrija Roy and Soumya Uniyal bring to their characters is something we generally recognise in girls around us. It is a beautiful reflection of their experiences and perspectives. The simplicity of the performances, the beauty of the story and, above all, the beautiful bond between a father and daughter make the show special, he said. Rajesh also opened up about playing a father to a daughter in the series. He shared how the role brought a personal dimension to his performance. Fatherhood is definitely a universal feeling. And yes, I do miss not having a daughter in my life. However, the way I interact with my two sons has never been about gender bias. A child is a child, and children are our responsibility. What matters is that we take care of them, irrespective of whether we have a daughter or a son, he said. Praising Adrijas performance, Rajesh said, She is a true artist who understands every nuance of a performance. Since she is a trained dancer, her expressions flow very naturally. Matargashti premiered on October 21 on Netflix.
Mumbai airport shares first look at proposed Terminal 1 revamp
Mumbai airport has shared artistic impressions of its proposed Terminal 1 revamp, showcasing plans for indoor greenery, a giant flamingo sculpture and a larger check-in hall. The redevelopment aims to raise annual passenger capacity from 15 million to 20 million
From warship to underwater wonder: INS Guldar wins national tourism award
Adani Airport, foreign airlines deadlocked over Mumbai airport shift
Carriers want until October 2027 to move some international operations to Navi Mumbai, but Adani Airport plans to begin cutting capacity at the existing airport in April.
WPL 2027 Auction: Happy With The Depth Weve Built, Says MI Head Coach Luke Williams
T20 World Cup: Mumbai Indians (MI) head coach Luke Williams said the franchise had used the 2027Womens Premier League (WPL) auction to build depth around its retained core, adding that he was excited to see several young players get a chance to be a part of the league. The two-time champions signed six uncapped Indian players at the auction held in Kochi on Wednesday. Shweta Sehrawat was bought for Rs 20 lakh, while Disha Kasat, Latika Inamdar, Bharti Rawal, Saanika Chalke and Akshita Bhagat came in for Rs 10 lakh each. Delhi-based Shweta, UP Warriorzs lone retention in 2026 and a member of Indias 2023 U-19 Womens T20 World Cup winning squad, drew a bidding battle between MI and Delhi Capitals before going for double her base price. Certainly. Obviously, with the retentions, we had a sort of solid core group that we were able to retain. So certainly today was about trying to add to the group, whether thats in the starting XI potentially, or if not, providing different options and coverage through the tournament, depending on what surfaces we play on and if there are any injuries or players out of form. So, really happy with the depth that weve built across different areas and really excited to work with some new players, said Williams in the post-auction press conference. The coach credited MIs scouting team for identifying the recruits. Obviously the scouts did a lot of work identifying different players and then going through various networks to do our research. So, really happy with how its unfolded and excited that some young players get an opportunity at the WPL. Among the new faces, Vidarbha duo Kasat and Inamdar arrived in form, having played key roles in a tense chase against Punjab in the Senior Womens T20 Trophy in Lucknow only a day before the auction. Disha opened and made an unbeaten 66 off 52 balls, while Latika hit 17 off eight balls. Saanika, a 20-year-old left-handed top-order batter, was part of Indias 2025 Under-19 T20 World Cup-winning squad and struck 85 off 53 balls against Jharkhand in the same tournament. Akshita won the Under-23 event of the WPL Speed Queen contest with a top speed of 105kph and recently played for India A against Australia A in Mohali. Among the new faces, Vidarbha duo Kasat and Inamdar arrived in form, having played key roles in a tense chase against Punjab in the Senior Womens T20 Trophy in Lucknow only a day before the auction. Disha opened and made an unbeaten 66 off 52 balls, while Latika hit 17 off eight balls. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
20 years after father donates part of liver for son, mother gives hers for second transplant
Mumbai airport plans phased transition of 5 million international passengers
The airport operator has asked airlines to submit their transition plans by November 3, 2026, for the proposed shift during the Northern Summer 2027 season. The proposal was discussed at a meeting between MIAL and the Airline Operators Committee (AOC) on Wednesday
'Guess how many seats Congress won?: PM Modi mocks Rahul Gandhi's party
In a post on X, PM Modi said, MLC elections in 28 seats across four big states Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar and Karnataka. Elections were held using ballot papers. Guess how many seats Congress won
Defending champions RCB sign Jess Jonassen for Rs 40 lakh at WPL 2027 auction
Mumbai Indians selected young batter Saanika Chalke for Rs 10 lakh at the Women's Premier League 2027 mini-auction. Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured Jess Jonassen and signed her at her base price of Rs 40 lakh. UP Warriorz added Kathryn Bryce and two other players to their squad for Rs 10 lakh each. Delhi Capitals acquired Uma Kashvi and Kirstie Gordon for Rs 10 lakh each.
Bawankule directs PMC to expedite Phulewada, Bhidewada development
Bawankule has directed the Pune civic body to expedite development at Phulewada and Bhidewada ahead of Mahatma Jyotirao Phules bicentenary year. The meeting also discussed OBC student hostels, recruitment backlogs and welfare measures for Denotified and Nomadic Tribes
Tiger Shroff firing: Special court grants permission to arrest 11 accused under MCOCA
CJP backs INDIA blocs November 1 rally, seeks Gyanesh Kumars resignation
In a statement, the CJP said a fundamental principle of democracy was that people should choose their government, rather than the government choosing its voters. It alleged that the SIR exercise had undermined this principle and said Kumar had lost the trust required to oversee free and fair elections
MIAL, airlines align on phased transition of international traffic for T1 redevelopment
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 28 (IANS) The Airline Operators Committee (AOC) and Mumbai International Airport Ltd (MIAL) on Wednesday held a constructive dialogue to align on the dual-airport strategy for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The operator presented detailed redevelopment schedules for Terminal 1 (T1) of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), reiterating the critical urgency of demolishing T1 delayed for over nine years. The structural audit reports by Structwel (2017) and IIT Bombay (2024) have highlighted the urgency of undertaking the redevelopment, according to the CSMIA spokesperson. CSMIA has a total capacity of around 55 mppa. The temporary transition of 5 mppa of traffic accounts means that 91% of the current traffic at CSMIA remains unaffected. The total capacity of CSMIA after the redevelopment of T1 and T2 will increase to 65 mppa. It was clarified by MIAL that the T1 demolition and the resultant temporary reduction in CSMIA traffic are already incorporated in the approved tariff order, following extensive stakeholder consultations. The airport operator also shared the vision plan for the new Terminal 1, CSMIA. To facilitate this transition, leading carriers IndiGo, Air India, and Akasa Air have finalised transition plans for their international flights to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), accounting for around 3 million passengers per annum (mppa). To meet the 5 mppa target capacity, MIAL proposes to temporarily transition the balance slots out of CSMIA T2 for the Northern Summer 2027 season (NS27). MIAL has requested the airline operators to share their transition plans no later than 3rd November 2026 so that the final transition plan of 5 mppa can be achieved. The airport operator assured the airlines that the temporarily transitioned international traffic of 5 mppa will be fully restored to CSMIA once the T2 expansion is completed. This phased, equitable transition will ensure passenger safety and minimal operational disruption while developing Mumbai as a world-class aviation hub. CSMIA shared artistic impressions outlining its vision for the redevelopment of Terminal 1 (T1) during its meeting on Wednesday with the Airport Airline Operators Committee (AOC). These visuals convey the passenger-centric architectural aspirations for Mumbais future gateway, presenting a vision of the terminals intended character and experience rather than a definitive preview. Commissioned in 1964, the ageing T1 is past its prime. Severe safety and structural vulnerabilities highlighted in independent audits by Structwel (2017) and IIT Bombay (2024) have made replacing this sixty-year-old facility an urgent necessity for public safety. Now, Mumbai is ready to shed the old and embrace the extraordinary. A Passenger-Centric Architectural Vision, the CSMIA spokesperson said. The artistic impressions envisage a terminal designed around passengers and the needs of Mumbais growing commercial capital. More than a facelift, the vision is to transform a fragmented legacy structure into a seamless, modern and culturally inspired gateway. The concepts illustrate the departure kerbside, envisioned as a sweeping, soaring entrance that creates a welcoming sense of arrival and a check-In hall, imagined as a vast, sunlit, column-free space, with local art murals reflecting Mumbais rich cultural heritage. The departure hold area is visualised as an oasis-like environment with lush indoor greenery, premium lounges and expansive glass facades overlooking the runways. The arrival kerbside is envisaged as an open, artistic welcome, with a signature giant flamingo sculpture celebrating Mumbais natural biodiversity. Alongside the architectural vision, the redevelopment plans aim to enhance passenger processing capabilities. The annual passenger handling surges by 33% from 15 mppa to 20 mppa while check-in counters increase by 47% (from 74 to 109), and security lanes expand 2.5x to feature 15 passenger lanes and 5 transfer lanes. Contact stands grow 3.5x from 7 to 25, while conventional boarding gates are replaced with 12 state-of-the-art e-gates and reclaim belts for baggage more than double from 5 to 11. The transition will be phased to avoid any disruptions to flying. Demolition begins in April 2027, offset by the G+3 T2 North-West Pier expansion (operational by March 2029) to handle interim domestic traffic. The new T1 will rise in its place, with completion targeted for December 2030, taking the airports capacity to 65 mppa.
WPL 2027 auction: Not sure it could have gone any better, says DC coach Batty
Digital Desk | Kochi, Oct 28 (IANS) Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach Jonathan Batty said the franchises 2027Womens Premier League (WPL) auction could hardly have gone better, adding that signing big-hitting India batter Kiran Navgire would add much-needed power to their batting line-up. DC bought Kiran for Rs 75 lakh, making her the second-highest-priced player at the auction held on Wednesday, after edging competition from Mumbai Indians. They also picked up Scotland left-arm spinner Kirstie Gordon and uncapped all-rounders Delhis Nazma Khan and Karnatakas 15-year-old Uma Kashvi - for Rs 10 lakh each. Really pleased. Does an auction ever go completely to plan? Probably not quite, but as close to what we were hoping for. We had a couple of different pivots we could have made. We identified early we wanted a hard-hitting or dynamic Indian batter, and we got that in Kiran Navgire early. Getting the Scottish left-arm spinner Kirstie Gordon over the line as well. She gives us lots of options as well, being allowed to start in the playing eleven as a local (associate) player, which weve used successfully in the past. So weve got a couple of really young, exciting players as well coming in with Nazma and Uma. So no, really, really, really pleased. Not sure it could have gone any better, to be honest, Batty told reporters in a press conference. Kirstie, who played for England before switching to Scotland, will be counted as an Associate player, which allows the four-time finalists to field her without using one of their four overseas slots. Batty said Kirans ability to bash spin and her power-hitting would fill a gap in DCs batting, though the side curiously chose not to have a back-up wicketkeeper-batter. Shes one of the most dynamic batters in the auction. Shes a wonderful player of spin through the middle order. We felt one area we were potentially lacking at times has been a little bit of power in our batting, and we feel that she can give that to us. Again, shes probably the most dynamic batter in the auction, one of the biggest hitters in the game. She had a great year a couple of years ago at the WPL. She just gives us some extra firepower, possibly playing a few different roles for us as well within our batting lineup. So really strengthens our already strong batting lineup, but just gives a bit extra power. Delhi have reached the final in each of the four WPL editions so far but are yet to win the title. The 2027 WPL season will be played from January 14 to February 7, though the venues are yet to be known.
CBI Arrests Tax Inspector in Mumbai for Accepting
A tax inspector in Mumbai was arrested by the CBI for allegedly accepting a 15 lakh bribe to close a pending case. CBI Arrests Tax Inspector in Mumbai for Accepting 1.5 Million Bribe
CBI arrests Mumbai Income Tax Inspector for allegedly demanding Rs 20 lakh bribe
The CBI has arrested an Income Tax Inspector posted at Scindia House in Mumbai for allegedly accepting a Rs 15 lakh bribe to settle a benami property inquiry. The agency also seized Rs 11 lakh in cash and incriminating documents during searches at the accused officers premises
SoBo traffic hit for hours as 2,000 protesters demand CECs ouster
PMRDA launches instant online system for three land-related certificates
Developed under the Maharashtra Right to Public Services Act and the Government Process Re-engineering (GPR) initiative, the GIS-based geoportal aims to make planning-related services faster, more transparent and accessible to citizens
Diwali 2026: Mumbai civic body announces Rs 33,000 bonus for employees
Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde announced the decision on Wednesday and directed the civic administration to disburse the amount along with employees' regular November salaries. The decision was taken at a meeting held in the mayor's chamber to discuss the Diwali ex-gratia payment for civic employees
Mumbai Police rescue 21-year-old man from suicide attempt
According to the police officials, the incident took place around 8.10 pm on October 25, when the police received information that a young man was allegedly attempting suicide. The officers managed to persuade the young man to abandon the attempt and brought him to safety
CBI arrests income tax inspector for accepting Rs 15 lakh bribe
WPL 2027 Auction: RCB Open Account With Jonassen, MI Pick Saanika, GG Take Samaira
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) made their first signing of the 2027Womens Premier League (WPL) auction by landing Australias left-arm spin all-rounder Jess Jonassen for Rs 40 lakh here on Wednesday. Two-time champions Mumbai Indians picked up promising batter Saanika Chalke and Gujarat Giants signed 16-year-old Samaira Raghav as the accelerated round got under way. Jess, who played three seasons for Delhi Capitals, was the first player to go under the hammer in the accelerated round. RCB, who had not bid for anyone until then, got the left-arm spinning all-rounder at her base price. She is currently out of the Womens Big Bash League (WBBL) with a neck injury but is expected to be fit by January. MI bought Saanika, a 20-year-old left-handed top-order batter, for her base price of Rs 10 lakh. A member of Indias 2025 Under-19 T20 World Cup-winning squad, Saanika first made headlines with a double hundred for Mumbai in an Under-19 one-day match against Sikkim in 2022. She was the leading run-getter in the Mumbai T20 league earlier this year with 223 runs from five matches, and struck 85 off 53 balls against Jharkhand in the ongoing Senior Womens T20 Trophy just ahead of the auction. GG used their final slot on 16-year-old Delhi all-rounder Samaira by signing her for Rs 10 lakh. She was one of four players added to the auction list on the eve of the auction. UP Warriorz continued their busy evening by adding three more players: Scotland all-rounder Kathryn Bryce and uncapped India all-rounders Manali Dakshini and Sahana Pawar, each for Rs 10 lakh. Kathryn found a buyer even though her sister, wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Bryce, went unsold earlier in the day. Delhi Capitals signed 15-year-old uncapped all-rounder Uma Kashvi by bidding for her at the last moment, and Scotland left-arm spinner Kirstie Gordon, both for Rs 10 lakh. Gordon played five T20Is and a Test for England, including the 2018 T20 World Cup final, before switching to Scotland, and will now be considered an Associate player. The accelerated round took the number of players sold at the auction so far to 18, leaving nine slots still to be filled across the franchises in the next round. Several players went unsold in the round, including Indias leg-spin bowling all-rounder Devika Vaidya, who recently returned to competitive cricket after motherhood. Kathryn found a buyer even though her sister, wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Bryce, went unsold earlier in the day. Delhi Capitals signed 15-year-old uncapped all-rounder Uma Kashvi by bidding for her at the last moment, and Scotland left-arm spinner Kirstie Gordon, both for Rs 10 lakh. Gordon played five T20Is and a Test for England, including the 2018 T20 World Cup final, before switching to Scotland, and will now be considered an Associate player. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Maharashtra weather: Dahanu tops state temperature chart at 36.7 degrees Celsius
Dahanu in the Konkan region recorded the state's highest maximum temperature at 36.7 degrees Celsius, while Nashik recorded the lowest minimum at 14.3 degrees Celsius, according to the weather bulletin
Mumbai: Two arrested for allegedly posing as Apple, Amazon customer care staff
The accused allegedly operated the unauthorised call centre for financial gain, concealing their identities and posing as customer care representatives of the two prominent companies. The police seized four laptops, nine chargers and headphones each, four mobile phones
WPL 2027 full squads: How MI, RCB, DC, GG, UPW stack up after the auction
The five franchises Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz had a total of 27 slots to fill.
Maharashtra FDA seizes 6,495 kg of food, including sonpapdi and milk products
The largest single seizure was reported in Nagpur division, where officials confiscated 1,795 kg of sonpapdi worth approximately Rs 10.60 lakh from a food business in Kamthi. The establishment was reportedly operating without the required licence or registration
MIAL asks airlines to submit Navi Mumbai flight shift plans by November 3
MIAL wants to shift international traffic equivalent to five million passengers annually to Navi Mumbai airport for Terminal 1 redevelopment, but airlines oppose unilateral slot cuts.
Thane civic body cracks down on banned plastic, fines violators Rs 69,100
During the drive, the civic body inspected 214 establishments across markets and commercial areas. Officials seized 30 kg of banned plastic and collected Rs 69,100 in fines from those found violating the rules
Praful Patel calls for introspection as NCP candidate trails in Maharashtra Council polls
In a post on X, he said the results were a clear and significant warning for the party and stressed the need for introspection to regain people's trust
WPL 2027 Auction: Confident That DC Will Become Champions This Year, Says Navgire
Match Centre Live Auction Special: India batter Kiran Navgire on Wednesday backed Delhi Capitals to finally win their maiden Womens Premier League (WPL) title after the four-time finalists signed her for Rs 75 lakh at the WPL 2027 auction. Navgire was the second-most expensive buy of the auction, with Delhi beating Mumbai Indians in a bidding contest to land the big-hitting batter. I am very excited to play for Delhi Capitals. I have played with Chinelle Henry before, and I have also played with Shafali Verma. I have also spoken to Jemimah Rodrigues in the past, so I know most of the players. I am very excited to share the dressing room and play alongside all of them, Navgire said on JioStars Match Centre Live Auction Special. The 2027 WPL season will be played from January 14 to February 7. DC have reached the final in each of the four editions of the WPL but are yet to lift the trophy. Delhi Capitals have reached the final four times, so this year we have a chance to win it. I am fully prepared to play for Delhi Capitals. I feel that whatever the team has been waiting for over the last four years will finally be fulfilled this season. I am confident that DC will become champions this year, added Kiran, who previously played for UP Warriorz. Veteran wicketkeeper-batter Sushma Verma, who returns to the WPL after being picked by UP Warriorz for her base price of Rs 30 lakh, said her patience had finally paid off after going unsold in the last three auctions. Im very grateful for this opportunity to represent UP Warriorz. I was just hoping and waiting for it. Every player works hard and performs, but in franchise cricket, sometimes the slot is not made for you. I was not picked in the last three auctions, but I was very hopeful that one day my hard work would pay off and everything would fall into place. So, after getting picked by UPW, Im feeling good. A big thanks to UP Warriorz for showing that trust, she said. Uncapped wicketkeeper-batter Latika Inamdar, signed by Mumbai Indians for Rs 10 lakh, was thrilled to be joining the two-time champions along with her friend Bharti Rawal, whom MI also bought for Rs 10 lakh. I was not picked in the last three auctions, but I was very hopeful that one day my hard work would pay off and everything would fall into place. So, after getting picked by UPW, Im feeling good. A big thanks to UP Warriorz for showing that trust, she said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Australia captain Sophie Molineux was the most expensive buy at the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) auction, going to UP Warriorz (UPW) for Rs 1.10 crore in Kochi on Wednesday. In all, 25 players were sold in a quick mini auction that needed less than an hour of active bidding. UPW were the busiest franchise of the evening with eight signings, while defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) did all their business in the accelerated rounds after losing out on Sophie early in the day. Sophie, who was part of RCBs title-winning squad in 2024 and missed WPL 2026, entered the auction at a base price of Rs 50 lakh. RCB, her former side, pushed UPW all the way to Rs 1.05 crore before dropping out, having started the day with only Rs 1.15 crore in their purse. The left-arm spin bowling all-rounder, who captained Australia to 2026 Womens T20 World Cup triumph in England, recently returned to international cricket after recovering from a hip injury. Delhi Capitals made the second-biggest buy by signing big-hitting India batter Kiran Navgire for Rs 75 lakh after a bidding contest with Mumbai Indians, who pulled out at Rs 70 lakh. Gujarat Giants landed young wicketkeeper-batter G Kamalini for her base price of Rs 40 lakh, with no other franchise bidding for the 2025 Under-19 World Cup winner who recently won the Asia Cup and Asian Games gold medal with the senior team. Apart from Sophie, UPW brought back Australian all-rounder Grace Harris, who began her WPL career with them in 2023 and won the 2026 title with RCB. They also signed Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana, joining her fourth franchise in five seasons, and veteran wicketkeeper-batter Sushma Verma, all for Rs 30 lakh each. UPW also added Scotland all-rounder Kathryn Bryce and uncapped all-rounders Manali Dakshini and Sahana Pawar for Rs 10 lakh each. They brought back leg-spinner Asha Sobhana for Rs 30 lakh, at a fraction of the Rs 1.1 crore they had paid for her in the 2026 auction. UPWs shopping has, however, left them with a selection puzzle. With Meg Lanning set to lead the side and Phoebe Litchfield an automatic pick at the top of the order, Sophie, Grace and Englands left-arm spinner Sophie Ecclestone could end up competing for the remaining two overseas spots. UPW may well field an all-Australian overseas quartet on a regular basis. RCB, who had not bid for anyone until the accelerated round, opened their account with Australias left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Jess Jonassen for her base price of Rs 40 lakh. They then added India batter Tejal Hasabnis, who had gone unsold in the opening round, and South Africa all-rounder Chloe Tryon for Rs 30 lakh each, and Bengaluru-based batter Vrinda Dinesh for Rs 10 lakh. The defending champions were under little pressure to buy, and the signings of Jess and Chloe add depth to their overseas options. Georgia Voll, Ellyse Perry, Nadine de Klerk and Lauren Bell, all central to RCBs title run in 2026, look set to fill the four overseas slots, making it hard to see both newcomers getting regular game time. Mumbai Indians (MI) went towards buying youngsters by picking up six uncapped players. Vidarbha teammates Disha Kasat and Latika Inamdar, who had played key roles in a Senior Womens T20 Trophy chase against Punjab only a day earlier, were signed for Rs 10 lakh each. Other MI signings include Delhis left-arm spinner Bharti Rawal, 2025 Under-19 World Cup winner Saanika Chalke and 19-year-old all-rounder Akshita Bhagat, a winner of the WPL Speed Queen U-23 competition and recently played for India. Delhi batter and 2023 U-19 World Cup winner Shweta Sehrawat, who was UPWs lone retention in 2026, went to MI for Rs 20 lakh, double her base price, after a brief tussle with Delhi Capitals. Disha, Latika and Shweta give the franchise plenty of batting cover. With Kamalini no longer in their ranks, Disha or Latika could get an early chance to play. Gujarat Giants (GG), who needed only three players, also signed Ireland all-rounder Orla Prendergast for Rs 30 lakh, making her the first Irish cricketer picked in the WPL. They used their final slot on 16-year-old Delhi all-rounder Samaira Raghav, a late addition to the auction pool, for Rs 10 lakh. Spending Rs 40 lakh on Kamalini, who was tipped to get a big payday, might look odd for a side that already has two wicketkeepers in Yastika Bhatia and Beth Mooney. GG, however, made it clear they see her as a valuable addition purely for her batting. Orlas signing also made history, as she became the first Irish cricketer to be picked in the WPL. Delhi Capitals (DC), the four-time runners-up, added 15-year-old Karnataka all-rounder Uma Kashvi, Scotland left-arm spinner Kirstie Gordon, a former England international who will now count as an Associate player, and uncapped Delhi all-rounder Nazma Khan, each for Rs 10 lakh. DCs most surprising decision, though, was not buying a wicketkeeper. Having released Taniya Bhatia and Lizelle Lee, the franchise is now relying entirely on 23-year-old Mamatha Madiwala behind the stumps, with no back-up keeper in the squad. Hyderabad-based Mamatha played a handful of matches for DC in 2025 before an injury ruled her out of the 2026 season. The franchise will, however, be allowed to sign replacements if Deeya Yadav and Uma Kashvi are picked for the 2027 Under-19 Womens T20 World Cup. Several established names went unsold. These included Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu, England batter Sophia Dunkley and India wicketkeepers Taniya Bhatia, Uma Chetry and Nuzhat Parween. India spinners Saika Ishaque and Priya Mishra, pacer Titas Sadhu and all-rounder Devika Vaidya also went unsold, as did Australias Tayla Vlaeminck, South Africas Nonkululeko Mlaba and UAE captain Esha Oza. The 2027 WPL season will be played from January 14 to February 7, with venues yet to be known. Players picked by franchises in the WPL 2027 player auction: Delhi Capitals: Kiran Navgire, Nazma Khan, Kirstie Gordon, and Uma Kashvi Gujarat Giants: G Kamalini, Orla Prendergast, and Samaira Raghav Mumbai Indians: Disha Kasat, Bharti Rawal, Latika Inamdar, Akshita Bhagat, Shweta Sehrawat, and Saanika Chalke Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Jess Jonassen, Tejal Hasabnis, Chloe Tryon, and Vrinda Dinesh Mumbai Indians: Disha Kasat, Bharti Rawal, Latika Inamdar, Akshita Bhagat, Shweta Sehrawat, and Saanika Chalke Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
WPL 2027 Auction: RCB Sign Hasabnis, Tryon And Vrinda; UPW Get Back Sobhana As Proceedings End
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) went on a late spending spree by signing India batter Tejal Hasabnis, South Africas left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Chloe Tryon and uncapped batter Vrinda Dinesh in the final accelerated round, as the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) auction came to a close here on Wednesday. All five franchises completed their squads in what turned out to be a brisk mini auction, with less than an hour of active bidding. Tejal, a member of India's recent 3-0 ODI series win over Zimbabwe, went unsold in the opening round. In the second accelerated round, she was bought by RCB at her base price of Rs 30 lakh. RCB then picked Chloe for Rs 30 lakh. The South African all-rounder spent two seasons with Mumbai Indians without playing a match before moving to UP Warriorz. She produced a match-winning display against India in the group stage of last years ODI World Cup. Vrinda, who previously played for UP Warriorz, will now play for her home franchise after RCB signed her for Rs 10 lakh. UPW, meanwhile, brought back leg-spinner Asha Sobhana for her base price of Rs 30 lakh, a steep drop from the Rs 1.1 crore they had paid for her in 2026 auction. The franchise had released her ahead of this auction to free up funds, only to buy her back at a fraction of the cost. Mumbai Indians added two uncapped players - Shweta Sehrawat, who was UPWs lone retention in 2026. After going unsold before, Shweta sparked a brief bidding contest between MI and Delhi Capitals before the two-time champions got her for Rs 20 lakh, double her base price. MI also signed all-rounder Akshita Bhagat for Rs 10 lakh. Akshita had won the U-23 event of WPL Speed Queen with a top speed of 105kph and recently turned out for India A in their series against Australia A in Mohali. Delhi Capitals made their final signing by picking uncapped all-rounder Nazma Khan for Rs 10 lakh, after she had gone unsold earlier in the evening. Uncapped batters Humaira Kazi and Pranavi Chandra and pacer Shraddha Pokharkar went unsold for the second time, while left-arm wrist-spin bowling all-rounder Amandeep Kaur also failed to attract a bid. Akshita had won the U-23 event of WPL Speed Queen with a top speed of 105kph and recently turned out for India A in their series against Australia A in Mohali. Delhi Capitals made their final signing by picking uncapped all-rounder Nazma Khan for Rs 10 lakh, after she had gone unsold earlier in the evening. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Maa Ne Kaha Jio Mere Laal, Dadi Ne Kaha...
On the historic day for Reliance getting itself listed in the stock market, in the ceremony of the Jio platforms in Mumbai on Wednesday, Chairman Mukesh Ambani became emotional and could not control his emotions as his children spoke about the
Adani Enterprises revenue jumps 75% as new businesses ramp up; Adani Ports raises FY27 guidance
Copper smelting and Navi Mumbai airport boosted Adani Enterprises revenue, while Adani Ports lifts its growth outlook and is planning higher capital spending.
Matheran train returns on October 30 after monsoon break
Two daily services will operate in each direction between Neral and Matheran, with one train featuring a Vistadome coach and another offering a first-class coach. As a precautionary measure, train services between Neral and Matheran remain suspended during the monsoon season, from June to October
Navi Mumbai ACB holds anti-corruption awareness drive across Belapur and Uran
The Navi Mumbai Anti-Corruption Bureau conducted awareness activities at government offices in Belapur and Uran, besides staging street plays at Vashi and Nerul railway stations, as part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026. It also shared helplines for reporting alleged corruption
Mumbai Indians acquired players Disha Kasat, Latika Inamdar, and Bharti Rawal for Rs 10 lakh each. Kasat recently demonstrated her skills by scoring 66 runs in a crucial match for Vidarbha. Inamdar contributed a quick 17 runs in the same match they played against Punjab. UP Warriorz also made notable signings, bringing back Sophie Molineux and Grace Harris.
Zeeshan Siddiqui appointed Mumbai NCP president by Sunetra Pawar
Mumbai civic body warns 7 ready-mix concrete plants over air pollution lapses
The civic body has directed the plants to rectify the deficiencies within seven days of receiving the notices and submit photographic evidence of compliance. Failure to meet the deadline could invite strict action under applicable laws, the BMC said
WPL 2027 Auction: Got Kamalini Cheaper Than We Thought, Says GG Coach Klinger
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Gujarat Giants head coach Michael Klinger said the franchise was pretty much sorted after acquiring G Kamalini and Orla Prendergast at the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) auction, adding that both signings had come cheaper than expected. GG signed Kamalini, who previously played for Mumbai Indians, for her base price of Rs 40 lakh and Irelands seam-bowling all-rounder Prendergast for Rs 30 lakh. In all, four teams have managed to pick just 10 players so far, with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru yet to sign a player. Were pretty much sorted. The two selections so far, we probably got cheaper than we thought, to be honest. We felt Kamalini was the best batter in the auction, the most talented batter. We were looking for an all-rounder to complement our squad. With the overseas selection and all of Prendergast as a medium pace all-rounder gives us plenty of options during the season. I was lucky enough to work with her at the Welsh Fire in the Hundred this year. Shes a leading player for Ireland, also has good leadership qualities, and will be fantastic around the group, Klinger told reporters after six sets of the auction were completed on Wednesday. The former Australia batter said Orlas all-round skills made her a valuable addition for GG, as she becomes the first Ireland player to be a part of the five-team tournament. It was for what we needed in terms of the purse we had left and the versatility she can give us in our squad. Whether theres an injury, whether we want to go for another overseas medium pace option, who can bat in the top six or seven. So she gives us a lot of versatility. As I said, Ive worked with her before and shes a world-class all-rounder. So itll be great to have her amongst the squad. Klinger added that the franchises planning had been fairly straightforward, as they needed only a couple of players and had a healthy purse to work with. GG have Rs 55 lakh remaining in their purse, with one slot left to fill and all overseas spots filled. Our planning was not too difficult this time around. Other than the new players, we feel we had the second most in terms of purse because we only really needed to get one player if we had to as well. So given we got Kamalini a little bit cheaper than we thought we might, it opened up that overseas spot for a few options. Klinger added that the franchises planning had been fairly straightforward, as they needed only a couple of players and had a healthy purse to work with. GG have Rs 55 lakh remaining in their purse, with one slot left to fill and all overseas spots filled. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
TMC issues 6,580 notices to property tax defaulters, seals 126 properties
Thane Municipal Corporation has stepped up its property tax recovery drive, issuing notices to 6,580 property owners, initiating seizure proceedings against 286 properties, disconnecting water supply to 73 properties and sealing or restricting the use of 126 properties
Mumbai Crime Branch invokes MCOCA against all accused in Tiger Shroff case
Crime Branch obtained approval from the competent authority under Section 23(1)(a) of MCOCA on October 27
WPL 2027 Auction: Mumbai Indians Sign Disha, Latika And Bharti For 10 Lakh Each
Kasat, an uncapped batter, previously represented Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), joined Mumbai Indians at her base price of Rs 10 lakh
The meeting, held at Sahyadri Guest House in Mumbai, was attended by Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar, senior ministers, government officials and an AIKS delegation
8 years after murder case, Bombay high court grants anticipatory bail
Mumbai University Revaluation 2026: Check Your Updated Marks and Seat Number Status Now
Mumbai University has released the First Half 2026 revaluation weblists. Learn how to check your updated marks, understand no change results, and navigate the grievance process for your mark-sheet updates today.
Couple of international airlines may opt not to fly from Mumbai for next 2 yrs: Adani Airports CEO
While not naming the two airlines, Arun Bansal said discussions with the remaining airlines were expected to conclude over the next four months
India Must Now Prove It Can Build Ships
India has shown it can build ships, but the harder test is building them repeatedly, on time and at a competitive cost, the head of Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) told an industry gathering in Mumbai on Tuesday. Rear Admiral C. Raghuram, VSM (Retd.), HSLs Chairman and Managing Director, made the remarks at INMARCO 2026, organised [] The post India Must Now Prove It Can Build Ships Again and Again, Says Miniratna DPSU HSLs Chief appeared first on Tfipost.com .
Gowd Saraswat Brahmin Sabha Hosts Felicitation of Rajarshi Dr. B. K. Modi
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 28: The Gowd Saraswat Brahmin Sabha, in association with the Akhil Bharatiya Brahman Sabha, hosted a special felicitation programme at Pavilion Banquet Hall, P. J. Hindu Gymkhana, Marine Lines, Mumbai, to celebrate Rajarshi Dr. B. K. Modi on being conferred the Vishwaguru Award by Americans4Hindus. The gathering brought together members of the community and invited guests for a programme centred on Hindu heritage, Sanatan Dharma, and the place of India's civilisational traditions in its aspirations for the future.
Fascinated by Indian Army weapons? Head to this exhibition from October 29-31
The exhibition will be held at the Garrison Battalion PT Ground, Colaba Military Station, and will remain open to visitors from 9 am to 4 pm on all three days. The event will feature a weapons and equipment showcase, military band performances and drone demonstrations
Indian Railways trains to run beneath bullet train station for the first time
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 28 (IANS) Indian Railways has completed a key step towards operating conventional trains beneath the upcoming bullet train station in Ahmedabad, with the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) inspecting three newly built broad gauge lines and their associated platforms as part of the stations redevelopment. The new lines, numbered 16, 17 and 18, serve platforms 10, 11 and 12 at Ahmedabad railway station. The inspection was conducted by E. Srinivas, Commissioner of Railway Safety, Western Circle, Mumbai. However, passenger services on the platforms will begin only after the necessary safety approval is granted and the remaining technical and operational formalities are completed. The infrastructure is being developed as part of the extensive yard remodelling and redevelopment of Ahmedabad railway station, alongside the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project. The arrangement will allow conventional Indian Railways trains to operate beneath the bullet train station, marking a significant development in the integration of the two railway systems. Ahmedabad Divisional Railway Manager Ved Prakash said the completion of the new platforms and broad gauge lines is a significant milestone in railway modernisation. The completion of the new platforms and broad gauge railway lines at Ahmedabad railway station for operating Indian Railways trains beneath the bullet train station is a historic achievement in the modernisation of Indian Railways, he said. He said platforms 10, 11 and 12, along with the associated railway infrastructure, had been developed beneath the Ahmedabad bullet train station as part of the high-speed rail project. This is a unique example of modern railway engineering and technical coordination between different railway systems, Prakash said. Once operational, the platforms will be able to accommodate express trains, Vande Bharat Express services and local passenger trains, increasing the stations capacity and providing scope for more efficient train operations. Platform 10 has been closed since July 2022 because of construction work related to the high-speed rail project. The completion of the new broad gauge lines and platform infrastructure has now brought the station closer to resuming operations on platforms 10, 11 and 12. The CRS inspection also covered a newly constructed broad gauge bypass line featuring Y-connectivity between Asarwa railway station and Sabarmati A cabin. The line is expected to provide additional connectivity between routes and improve the planning and management of train movements in the Ahmedabad region. A fifth railway line between Ahmedabad railway station and Kankaria depot is also being developed to expand the capacity of the regional rail network. The additional line is expected to help manage train movements more efficiently, reduce operational bottlenecks and make better use of existing infrastructure. The inspection was attended by Prakash, Chief Administrative Officer (Construction) Pradeep Gupta and senior officials from the railway construction and open line departments. Ahmedabad railway station has undergone significant changes over the years as the network has expanded and sections have been converted from metre gauge to broad gauge. Before 2017, metre gauge trains operated from platforms 11 and 12. The AhmedabadHimmatnagar metre gauge section then handled eight pairs of passenger services, including the AhmedabadUdaipur Fast Passenger, AhmedabadKhedbrahma Passenger, AhmedabadHimmatnagar Passenger, AhmedabadNandolDahegam Passenger and AhmedabadUdaipur Express. Four other named services were also listed among the additional five pairs of passenger trains operating at the time: the AhmedabadMehsana Passenger, AhmedabadBotad Passenger, AhmedabadRanuz Passenger and AhmedabadMehsana Express. These services connected Ahmedabad with surrounding towns and rural areas. The current redevelopment, including the three new broad gauge lines and wider yard remodelling, is intended to meet rising rail traffic requirements and improve the utilisation of infrastructure at one of Western Railways major stations. Prakash said passenger operations on the new platforms would start after the required safety clearance and completion of the prescribed procedures. Western Railway is also undertaking the necessary technical and operational checks before the infrastructure is brought into passenger service. The new platforms, the AsarwaSabarmati bypass and the additional line towards Kankaria depot are expected to strengthen connectivity and increase the capacity of Ahmedabads railway network.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 28: Chiara King, who has a massive following on platforms like TikTok and Instagram (1.4 mn+ followers) through relatable comedy videos, dating advice, and lifestyle content,
MahaGeoTech recruitment 2026: Maharashtra invites applications for three posts
The vacancies include one post each for Establishment Officer, Accounts Officer and Assistant Section Officer. The appointments will be made on a contractual or service-agreement basis, according to the centres Managing Director
Shiv Sena office-bearer killed as speeding SUV hits bike on Mumbai-Goa highway
When Reels Become Criminal Intel for Gangsters
They never visited Mumbai, never saw Dutts house. Cyber experts say every reel is free CCTV for criminals nowadays
Hugel and Mochakk to pull curtains down at Sunburn Festival 2026 Closing Party
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 28 (IANS) The French DJ and producer Hugel and Brazilian DJ Mochakk are set to perform as part of the closing act of the Sunburn Festival 2026. The music festival will conclude its 19th edition with the Closing Party headlined by Hugel and Brazilian DJ Mochakk on December 20 at MMRDA Grounds, Mumbai. The two-day festival is set to be held on December 18 and December 19 at Mumbais Mahalaxmi Racecourse. The Closing Party follows a festival lineup led by The Chainsmokers and Jason Derulo on Day 1, followed by DJ Snake and Sebastian Ingrosso on Day 2. HUGEL has established himself as a prominent name in the global House music scene, known for his blend of House, Afro House and Latin-inspired sounds. His breakthrough remix of Bella Ciao brought him international recognition, followed by releases including I Adore You, Morenita and La Verdolaga. His productions combine Latin rhythms with club-focused sounds, earning support across international dancefloors and festival stages. Mochakk has emerged as one of Brazils most recognised names in contemporary electronic music, known for his distinctive approach to House music and energetic DJ sets. With a sound that draws on House, groove-led rhythms and Brazilian musical influences, he has built a growing international following through his performances at leading festivals and clubs. His sets are characterised by an expressive style that brings together different influences while keeping the dancefloor at the centre of the experience. Talking about the performances, Karan Singh, CEO, Sunburn, said, Sunburn Festival continues to bring leading names in global dance music to India, while reflecting the growing diversity and evolution of the countrys electronic music landscape. This years edition brings together an expansive mix of international headliners and homegrown talent, with the Closing Party extending the festival experience beyond its main programming. Hugel and Mochakk each bring a distinct musical identity to the dancefloor, making the Closing Party a fitting culmination to Sunburn Festival 2026 and a celebration of the sounds shaping dance music today, he added.
Promised e-commerce profits, cheated Gujarat man of Rs 5.88 lakh; UP gym trainer held
Digital Desk | Surat, Oct 28 (IANS) The Cyber Crime Branch of Surat City Police, Gujarat, has arrested a 32-year-old gym trainer from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh for allegedly helping siphon off money obtained through an online fraud in which a complainant was cheated of Rs 5.88 lakh on the promise of high returns from an e-commerce business. The accused, Abdullah alias Sonu Mazid, allegedly facilitated the movement of the cheated money through bank accounts obtained on a commission basis and converted part of the proceeds into USDT, a cryptocurrency linked to the US dollar, as instructed by an absconding accused based in Dubai, police said on Wednesday. According to the police, the complainant was contacted through a dating app and sent a link to a fake website. The accused allegedly persuaded the complainant to create an account on the website, claiming that investing in e-commerce activities would generate good returns. The complainant was subsequently induced to transfer a total of Rs 5,88,909 to different bank accounts. The money was not returned. A case was registered at the Cyber Crime Police Station under Sections 318(4), 336(2), 338, 336(3), 340(2), 61(2) and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and Section 66(D) of the Information Technology Act, as amended in 2008. During the investigation, police traced Mazid to Varanasi and arrested him following a technical investigation conducted by a team led by Police Inspector A M Mori. The operation was carried out under the directions of senior officials. Police said Rs 1,77,590 belonging to the complainant had been transferred to an HDFC Bank account linked to another accused, Imran Yusuf Khilchi, who had been arrested earlier in connection with the case. According to the police, the absconding accused had the money deposited through cash deposit machines into bank accounts arranged by Mazid in exchange for commissions. Mazid allegedly withdrew the money through ATMs and cheques, retained Rs 12,590 as his commission and used the remaining Rs 1.65 lakh to purchase USDT before transferring it as instructed by the absconding accused in Dubai. The previously arrested accused, Imran Yusuf Khilchi, 46, is a businessman from Mumbai in Maharashtra. The Surat City Police have urged residents not to allow others to use their bank accounts in exchange for commissions or other inducements, warning that such accounts may be used to route proceeds of cyber fraud. Account holders could face legal action if their accounts are used in criminal activities.
CM launches MahaINDUS AI platform and new digital services in Maharashtra
The Chief Minister said the use of AI, integrated databases and digital systems would help the government identify eligible beneficiaries, verify claims, assess the effectiveness of welfare schemes and improve the delivery of public services
WPL 2027 auction: UPW pick Sushma Verma, MI get Disha Kasat as Bhatia, Sobhana, Saika go unsold
Digital Desk | Kochi, Oct 28 (IANS) UP Warriorz (UPW) signed veteran India wicketkeeper-batter Sushma Verma for Rs 30 lakh, and Mumbai Indians picked up uncapped batter Disha Kasat for Rs 10 lakh, in an otherwise quiet phase of the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction here on Wednesday. It was a phase where a string of India internationals went unsold. UPW continued to be the busiest franchise at the table by landing Sushma at her base price. She last played a T20I for India in December 2016, but was with Gujarat Giants in WPL 2023, and now returns to the league via UPW, a side whose trials she did attend before the auction happened. Disha, formerly with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in their title winning season in 2024, was the only uncapped batter to find a buyer via Mumbai Indians. Taniyaa Bhatia, Asha Sobhana and Saika Ishaque were among the big names who failed to attract bids. Sushma was the only one of the four capped wicketkeepers to be picked. Uma Chetry, part of Indias ODI World Cup-winning squad and the first cricketer from Assam to represent India, went unsold, so did Taniyaa, who was released by Delhi Capitals and Nuzhat Parween. Though Taniyaas glovework is highly rated, but franchises have been wary of her batting. Fast bowlers had a lean round too. Indias Saima Thakor and Titas Sadhu, Australias Tayla Vlaeminck, Sri Lankas 19-year-old Mithali Ayodhya and New Zealands Rosemary Mair all went unsold at their base prices. Titas, an Under-19 World Cup winner in 2023 who has played for Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Giants, has had injury concerns. Rosemary was part of New Zealands T20 World Cup-winning squad in 2024. The capped spinners fared no better. Leg-spinner Priya Mishra, who made her India debut in 2024 and has played for Gujarat Giants, did not attract a bid. Left-arm spinner Saika, who made a strong impression in her debut WPL season with Mumbai Indians in 2023 before going on to play for India, did not get a buyer. South Africas Nonkululeko Mlaba, the first player from her country to go under the hammer on the day, was unsold. The most notable of them going unsold was Asha Sobhana, who was part of RCBs title-winning side in 2024, and missed the 2025 season through injury and was then bought by UP Warriorz for Rs 1.1 crore in 2026 after a fierce bidding war. This time, veteran leg-spinner Asha found no takers at Rs 30 lakh. Purvaja Verlekar, former UP Warriorz batter Vrinda Dinesh, former RCB player Gautami Naik, former Mumbai Indians batter Humaira Kazi and Shweta Sehrawat, who was UP Warriorzs lone retention ahead of 2026 WPL auction, all went unsold. Unsold players could still be picked up in the accelerated rounds later in the auction
WPL 2027 Auction: Molineux Fetches Rs 1.10 Crore From UPW, Kamalini Goes To GG For Rs 40 Lakh
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Australia captain Sophie Molineux was the biggest buy in the opening phase of the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction, when UP Warriorz acquired her for Rs 1.10 crore here on Wednesday. Gujarat Giants picked up young India wicketkeeper-batter G Kamalini for her base price of Rs 40 lakh. Sophie, who was part of Royal Challengers Bengalurus title-winning squad in 2024 and missed WPL 2026, had listed herself at a base price of Rs 50 lakh. UPW opened the bidding, but RCB stayed in the contest, and the price climbed to Rs 95 lakh in under a minute. UPW pushed it to Rs 1 crore, and RCB responded with Rs 1.05 crore. Finally, UPW sealed the deal with a bid of Rs 1.10 crore. The left-arm spin bowling all-rounder recently returned to international cricket in the T20I series against New Zealand after recovering from a hip injury. Kamalini, released by Mumbai Indians ahead of the auction and widely tipped to have a big payday after not being in the mix for the 2027 U19 Womens T20 World Cup, went to GG with minimal fuss as no other franchise bid for her. Although her WPL record for Mumbai Indians has been modest, Kamalini, a member of the 2025 U19 World Cup-winning team, has been in the India A and Tamil Nadu teams, apart from being in the senior team. GG also added Irelands seam-bowling all-rounder Orla Prendergast for Rs 30 lakh. Delhi Capitals made their first signing of the auction by securing India batter Kiran Navgire for Rs 75 lakh. Mumbai Indians opened the bidding at Rs 40 lakh and pushed the former UPW players price to Rs 70 lakh, before DC went to Rs 75 lakh. With only Rs 90 lakh in their purse, MI pulled out. UPW also brought in Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana and Australias hard-hitting all-rounder Grace Harris for their base price of Rs 30 lakh each. Sneh, a former Gujarat Giants captain who was part of RCB as a replacement player, drew no other bids, including from her former team DC. Grace returns to UPW after a productive season with RCB, who won the WPL title in 2026. RCB released her with Ellyse Perry set to return, and she is likely to compete for an opening slot in UPW alongside Meg Lanning or Pratika Rawal. Several others also went unsold in the early rounds. Raghvi Bist, who has played two T20Is for India and was the first player to go under the hammer, attracted no bids at her base price of Rs 30 lakh. Maharashtras big-hitting middle-order batter Tejal Hasabnis, currently part of Indias ODI squad for the series against Zimbabwe, also went unsold. So did Ayushi Soni, who has played one T20I and one WPL match for GG. Several others also went unsold in the early rounds. Raghvi Bist, who has played two T20Is for India and was the first player to go under the hammer, attracted no bids at her base price of Rs 30 lakh. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Anant Ambani hails PM Modi's digital India push, reaffirms commitment to 'Viksit Bharat'
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 28 (IANS) Anant Ambani on Wednesday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the Digital India vision, saying it provided the purpose behind Jio's journey, as the company marked its stock market debut with a listing ceremony. Addressing the gathering ahead of the listing, Anant Ambani said Reliance remained thankful to the Prime Minister for his vision of Digital India and for his continued guidance and support. And our deepest gratitude to our Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for the vision of Digital India that gave Jio its purpose and for his continuous guidance and support, he said at the Jio Platforms listing ceremony. He also paid his respects to Modi and said the group would continue to play a leading role in contributing to the vision of a developed India, or Viksit Bharat. The remarks echoed a position articulated by Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani when Jio was launched in 2016. At the time, Mukesh Ambani had dedicated Jio's services to the Digital India initiative, highlighting the company's mission of providing affordable digital connectivity to millions of Indians. Describing the listing as a moment of gratitude, Anant Ambani said the occasion belonged to the millions of Indians who had placed their trust in Jio since its inception. Let me begin with the one word that matters the most today: gratitude, he said. Using a spiritual analogy to describe the milestone, he said the ringing of the stock exchange bell felt like a temple bell to him, adding that business was a form of worship and that every act of worship ended with prasad, which is meant to be shared. Today Jio is shared with India, he remarked. Reflecting on the company's legacy, Anant Ambani recalled the aspirations of Reliance founder Dhirubhai Ambani and the vision carried forward by his father, Mukesh Ambani. He said Mukesh Ambani had dreamed of an India that would not be constrained by limitations, while Dhirubhai Ambani had demonstrated that ordinary Indians could achieve extraordinary ambitions. Speaking directly to customers and supporters, he said Jio had been built by the people of India and that fulfilling their aspirations remained the company's mission.
BMC plans special pre-Diwali cleanliness drive across wards until November 7
The drive will focus on major arterial roads and identified dust-prone stretches, with intensive cleaning, mechanised sweeping, dust removal and water sprinkling planned ahead of Diwali. BMC has issued instructions to all wards to undertake the drive as a precautionary measure to control road dust
Congress has history of yielding to external pressure, putting out false narratives: Shringla
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) Former Foreign Secretary and Rajya Sabha MP, Harsh Vardhan Shringla, on Wednesday severely condemned Congress party for selectively portraying his recent conversation with former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and providing a false narrative to mislead the people of India. Shringla held a wide-ranging discussion with Rudd, a leading expert on foreign policy, earlier this month on issues ranging from Asia's geopolitical future, India's national and international priorities to relations with key partners. At the event organised by the Asia Society Policy Institute in New Delhi, the BJP MP, also India's former Ambassador to the United States, spotlighted that, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Indias foreign policy is guided by strategic autonomy and a nation-first approach. However, he alleged that the very, very positive conversation which was greatly appreciated by domestic and international audiences, was selectively portrayed by the Congress party to convey a false impression at the public level. During the conversation with Dr. Rudd, the issue of possible US sanctions against India for the purchase of Russian oil came up. And to place matters in perspective, I spoke about the fact that the US had in 2019, stopped exemptions that it had carved out for a few countries like India and China, for the purchase of Iranian oil. And there was a similar situation with regard to Venezuela. And then we spoke about the current context to the context of Russia. And, at that time, I pointed out that it was the energy security of one and a half billion people that was of paramount importance to the government, the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji. And, I said that all decisions that were taken in this regard, would be based on national interest and a nation first approach. This has been the policy since 2014, when Prime Minister Modi was voted into office, and will continue to remain the policy for the government, Shringla posted on X Wednesday. However, unfortunately, this entire conversation was selectively portrayed by the Congress party to provide a false narrative that is being sold to mislead the public. And my advice to Congress stooges who put all this out is to stop using false narratives, whether this is to portray, any situation in our country, when you cannot win in a free and fair democracy, you know, a loser in democracy can never be a winner with false narratives, he added. Shrigla stated that, during the conversation with Rudd, he had made it clear that Indias energy security and national interest will always come first. He then went on to say that a party that has a history of yielding to external pressure on matters of vital national interest has little ground to question Indias commitment to strategic autonomy. Let me remind everybody that this is the same Congress party that halted India's missile and nuclear programme in 1994, under US pressure, the then President US President Bill Clinton had interceded and the Congress party stopped. And this is also the party that abruptly cancelled planned nuclear tests that we were going to undertake in December 1995, again under US pressure. And it took the BJP's first Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji to undertake these nuclear tests in 1998 and make India the proud and responsible nuclear power we are today, Shringla mentioned. The Rajya Sabha MP also cited the innumerable and notable instances where the Congress party succumbed to US pressure on issues of vital interest, including the most stark and illustrative 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. I remember that the expectation of the public level was that the government will do something to ensure that there is retaliation for what was possibly one of the worst terrorist attacks that the world had ever experienced, comparable even to 9-11, other attacks in other parts of the world. However, the Congress party didn't do anything. And there are no guesses as to why US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice paid a visit to Delhi and asked the government not to undertake any military response. And, the UPA government obeyed. This was a national shame that we haven't gotten over even today. Now contrast this to the bold response of Prime Minister Modi in response, I mean, in dealing with Pakistani terrorist provocations. Highlighting that in a democracy, political arguments must be built on facts, not false narratives, Shringla mentioned that a party that has consistently succumbed to external pressure on vital issues of national interest should not be making allegations of this nature. Yet, this is the same party that today continuously puts out false narratives, whether on the issue of Arunachal Pradesh involving our armed forces, or the SIR, revealing its political bankruptcy, and disclosing its pathetic inability to win the people's ballot. Please stop misleading the people of India. This is my request to the Congress party. Stop misleading the people of India. Enough is enough, he concluded. /as
SAP doubles down on equipping 2 million people in India with AI-ready skills by 2030
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 28 (IANS) With 28 per cent of the worlds STEM workforce and 23 per cent of global software engineering talent, India is strongly positioned as a leader in the AI economy, enterprise applications and business AI leader SAP said on Wednesday, announced more programmes designed to achieve its ongoing goal of equipping two million people in India with AI-ready skills by 2030. The aim is to address the countrys demand for digital talent and prepare people for opportunities in an AI-powered economy. Building on its extensive established learning, certification and workforce-development programmes, SAP said it will work with academic institutions, industry partners, government bodies and community organisations to expand access to practical skills in AI, cloud, data and enterprise technologies at scale. The foundation of Indias strength in technology has always been its people. Preparing Indian talent for the next wave of innovation requires sustained investment in how people learn, apply their skills, and apply that in their careers, said Manish Prasad, President and Managing Director, SAP Indian Subcontinent. Of the 2 million people we expect to train in AI skills before 2030, nearly 13 per cent have already participated through certification, student education and community programmes. The 2030 commitment will help more people build the capabilities to contribute to Indias AI-led growth, Prasad noted. SAP collaborates with state governments and skill-development institutions across India to align technology skilling with regional workforce priorities. Through initiatives such as the Future Right Skills Network, it also works with industry partners and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship to strengthen AI and workplace readiness among vocational learners. The initiative combines foundational AI learning, communication skills and industry exposure for students at Industrial Training Institutes, helping them apply technology in practical workplace settings. SAPs STEM and community programmes offer over 1,100 combined curriculum hours in AI, digital and workplace skills, alongside mentoring and employment support.
Hrithik Roshan says 'will always cheer for you' in a warm wish for Sussanne Khan
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 28 (IANS) Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan compiled a lovely birthday wish for his ex-wife Sussanne Khan as she turned a year older on October 26. Wishing her 'love and joy' the 'War' actor uploaded a couple of unseen photos of Sussanne with him and their kids. Hrithik shared on his official Insta handle, This wish comes belated but from the bottom of my heart nevertheless. Happy, happy Birthday Sussanne (Red heart and cake emojis) (sic). My wish for you is that this year brings you all the love, warmth, joy and magic that you so beautifully and freely give to the people around you, he went on to add. Hrithik added that he is extremely proud of the person Sussanne has grown into after facing all the challenges life has thrown her way. Truly, Mom's spirit lives on in you, he further wrote, remembering Sussanne's late mother, Zarine Khan. The 'Dhoom 2' actor also called Sussanne the est mama to their sons. He shared, I am so thankful that they have such a positive source of light in their mother. One that never tires of seeing the brighter side of life ! You are amazing, like Dad says, Amazing is what amazing does! You do amazing things, he added. I am and will always be here cheering for you. (Rainbow emoji) 26th Oct 2026 @suzkr, concluded the post. Talking about Hrithik and Sussanne's journey together, after dating for some time, these two tied the knot on 20 December 2000, shortly before Hrithik's Bollywood debut with 'Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai'. They have two sons together, Hrehaan and Hridaan Roshan. After shelling couple goals for years, Hrithik and Sussanne separated in 2013, and their divorce was finalized in 2014. At the moment, Hrithik is in a relationship with actress Saba Azad, whereas Sussanne is extremely vocal about her relationship with Arslan Goni.
Maharashtras INS Guldar project in Sindhudurg wins The Week Heritage Award 2026
Tourism Minister Shambhuraj Desai described the honour as a matter of pride for the state. The project aims to establish Indias first underwater museum, artificial reef and submarine tourism destination
Maharashtra Receives Over 19.6 Lakh Electoral Forms Between Aug 31 and Oct 26
Mumbai Suburban recorded the highest number of forms at 1,49,850, followed by Pune at 1,35,646 and Thane at 1,35,150, the ECI data showed.
Fredna Vet Diagnostics Uncovers Widespread Bone Tumour in Dog Through Advanced CT Imaging
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 28: An unexplained femoral fracture in an eight-year-old Golden Retriever named Waffle led to the discovery of a potentially life-threatening, widespread bone tumour at Fredna Vet
After Jio Platforms' blockbuster listing, Mukesh Ambani, family visit Mumbai's Siddhivinayak temple
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and his family visited Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple ahead of Jio Platforms' stock market debut. The company's Rs 30,213-crore IPO was subscribed 22.19 times, attracting nearly 1.39 crore applications.
Central Employees to Receive 3% DA Hike
Mumbai, October 28: Central government employees and pensioners have received good news ahead of Diwali, as the government has approved a 3% increase in the Dearness Allowance (DA) Central Employees to Receive 3% DA Hike
Gujarat Police nab notorious criminal from Dadar, recover valuables worth Rs 18 lakh
Digital Desk | Valsad (Gujarat), Oct 28 (IANS) A man accused of breaking into a bungalow in Vapi's GIDC area and stealing gold and silver jewellery and cash worth more than Rs 32 lakh was arrested in Mumbai's Dadar area, with the Valsad Local Crime Branch of Gujarat recovering property worth Rs 18.28 lakh, police said on Wednesday. The burglary took place on the night of October 24 at Bungalow No. A/4 in Vraj Co-operative Housing Society, Vraj Row House, on Chharwada Road in Vapi. According to the police, the accused cut through an iron window grille and broke a wooden window to enter a first-floor bedroom before taking jewellery weighing approximately 142.61 grams, around 900 grams of silver and Rs 12 lakh in cash from a wooden cupboard. The total value of the stolen property was estimated at Rs 32,62,482. Vapi GIDC police registered a case under Sections 305(a) and 331(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. The arrested accused has been identified as Atish alias Dancer, 38, a labourer residing in Virar East in Mumbai's neighbouring Palghar district. Police said teams from the Valsad Local Crime Branch, its burglary squad and Vapi GIDC police station examined footage from more than 200 CCTV cameras along the route from the crime scene to Mumbai. Investigators also examined records of people involved in similar offences and used technical analysis to identify the suspect. Acting on a tip-off received by a team led by Local Crime Branch sub-inspector J G Parmar, the police traced and arrested the accused in Dadar. He and the recovered property were subsequently handed over to Vapi GIDC police for further investigation. During questioning, the accused allegedly told investigators that he had travelled by train from Virar to Vapi around two days before the burglary. He allegedly climbed onto the sheet-metal roof of a bungalow, approached a first-floor window, cut its iron grille with a hacksaw blade and broke the wooden window using a screwdriver before entering the house and stealing the valuables. According to the police, the accused's modus operandi involved surveying a target area two or three days before a burglary. After familiarising himself with the surroundings, he would allegedly approach the rear of a locked house, cut through a window grille and enter the premises. The recovered property includes three gold necklaces with earrings weighing 35.95 grams, valued at Rs 4.75 lakh; two gold bangles weighing 32.32 grams, valued at Rs 4.26 lakh; a gold chain worth Rs 1.03 lakh; diamond-studded gold earrings valued at Rs 78,000; and other gold ornaments and coins. Police also recovered a five-gram silver coin, Rs 5,48,800 in cash, two mobile phones valued at Rs 10,000, and a screwdriver and hacksaw blade allegedly used in the burglary. The total value of the recovered items was put at Rs 18,28,780. Police list 69 cases against the accused in Gujarat and Maharashtra, including cases registered in Umargam and several Mumbai police station jurisdictions. The listed cases date from 2005 to 2026 and include allegations of theft, housebreaking, robbery and cheating, among other offences. Further investigation is being carried out by Vapi GIDC police.
