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Gill ruled out of Guwahati Test, Pant to lead India

Shubman Gill will head to Mumbai for further assessment of his injury, BCCI says in a media statement

Espn CricInfo 21 Nov 2025 12:51 pm

Shubman Gill To Head To Mumbai For Further Assessment Of Neck Injury, Says BCCI

Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport: After being ruled out of the second Test against South Africa in Guwahati, Shubman Gill will now head to Mumbai for further assessment of his neck injury, said the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Friday. In Gills absence, wicketkeeperbatter Rishabh Pant has been named as Indias captain for the second Test, which is a must-win for the hosts after losing the first Test in Kolkata by 30 runs. Gill had flown with the Indian team to Guwahati on November 19, but didnt take part in the practice sessions due to a neck injury, which also needed hospitalisation in Kolkata. Team India captain Shubman Gill, who suffered a neck injury during the first Test against South Africa, has been ruled out of the second Test in Guwahati. Gill suffered a neck injury on Day 2 of the Kolkata Test and was taken to the hospital for examination after the end of day's play. He was kept under observation and discharged the next day. He travelled to Guwahati on 19th November, 2025. Unfortunately, he was not fully fit to feature in the 2nd Test and will head to Mumbai for further assessment of his injury. Rishabh Pant will lead the team in the 2nd Test in Gill's absence, said BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia in a statement. It is understood that Gill boarded a flight to Mumbai from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in the early hours of Friday morning. He is likely to consult Dr Dinshaw Pardiwala, Head Centre for Sports Medicine, and Director - Arthroscopy & Shoulder Service at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai, for chalking out the further course of recovery from the neck injury. Pardiwala is also overseeing the recovery of Shreyas Iyer, who was admitted to a hospital in Sydney for a spleen laceration, with internal bleeding, after clutching his ribcage post taking the catch of Alex Carey during India's third ODI against Australia on October 25. After being discharged from the hospital and continued recovery in Sydney, Iyer is back home in Mumbai, but will need a few more months to be fully match fit. For now, Gill is also in serious doubt to lead India in the subsequent ODI series against the Proteas, starting on November 30. Pardiwala is also overseeing the recovery of Shreyas Iyer, who was admitted to a hospital in Sydney for a spleen laceration, with internal bleeding, after clutching his ribcage post taking the catch of Alex Carey during India's third ODI against Australia on October 25. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Pant is now set to be India's seventh Test captain in the last five years and his task will be to ensure India gets a series-levelling win in Guwahati, becoming Indias 30th Test venue. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 21 Nov 2025 12:46 pm

Allu Arjun pens heart melting note for princess Arha on birthday

Mumbai: As his daughter Arha turned nine on Friday, Telugu superstar Allu Arjun penned a heart-melting note for his little princess. Arjun took to Instagram, where he shared a picture posing with his daughter Arha. In the image, the father-daughter duo are seen dressed in Indian wear and smiling as they looked at each other. 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 .

The Siasat Daily 21 Nov 2025 12:40 pm

IND vs SA Test series: Shubman Gill ruled out of second Test

The BCCI, in a statement, added, he will head to Mumbai for further assessment of his injury.

The Hindu 21 Nov 2025 12:35 pm

Baseball United: Mumbai Cobras Clinch 3-Match Series Win Over Karachi Monarchs

Baseball United: Mumbai Cobras clinched a landmark 92 win over the Karachi Monarchs.

The Quint 21 Nov 2025 12:35 pm

Pant To Captain India In The Guwahati Test Against South Africa In Gills Absence

Guwahati Test: Rishabh Pant will captain India in the second Test against South Africa beginning at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati on Saturday. Pant steps in to lead India in the must-win game following regular skipper Shubman Gill suffering a neck injury in the first Test at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Shubman was keen to play the match. He showed resilience even when his body was not permitting. We have taken a decision on who will play in the playing eleven in place of Shubman. The person who will play in the match knows he is playing, said Pant in the pre-match press conference on Friday. Though Gills availability was always in doubt despite travelling to Guwahati with the Indian team, it is understood that he is likely to be released from the squad to rest and seek a specialist consultation in Mumbai for chalking out further course of recovery. It also means that hes in serious doubt to play in the subsequent ODI series against the Proteas, starting on November 30. For now, Pant will become Indias 38th Test captain and just the second wicketkeeper-batter after MS Dhoni to lead the side in the longer format. Pant is now set to be India's seventh Test captain in the last five years and his task will be to ensure India gets a series-levelling win in Guwahatis debut as a Test venue after suffering a 30-run defeat in Kolkata. It also means that hes in serious doubt to play in the subsequent ODI series against the Proteas, starting on November 30. For now, Pant will become Indias 38th Test captain and just the second wicketkeeper-batter after MS Dhoni to lead the side in the longer format. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sometimes if you think too much about big occasions, it doesn't help. I want to be conventional and also blend it with out-of-box thinking. I want to have nice balance and blend both when captaining, added Pant. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 21 Nov 2025 12:28 pm

Ali Fazal shares BTS pics from Mirzapur: The Movie: Humaara zara beyt keejiyega

Mumbai: Actor Ali Fazal shared a candid behind-the-scenes photo from the sets of Mirzapur: The Movie in Rajasthan featuring Pankaj Tripathi, Divyenndu, Abhishek Banerjee, and the newest addition, Jitendra Kumar. Ali took to Instagram, where he shared two pictures from the sets of the upcoming movie adaptation of the Mirzapur series. In the pictures the 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 .

The Siasat Daily 21 Nov 2025 11:58 am

'Consequences': BJP Slams Raj, Uddhav Thackeray After Student Suicide In Marathi Row

In a shocking incident, a teenager in the Tisgaon Naka area of Thanes Kalyan East near Mumbai died by suicide after being thrashed for not speaking Marathi.

News18 21 Nov 2025 11:21 am

Mexicos Fatima Bosch wins 74th Miss Universe 2025; Top 5 list

Mumbai: And the wait is finally over! The world now has its 74th Miss Universe. Mexicos Fatima Bosch has been crowned Miss Universe 2025. The crown was passed on to her by last years winner, Victoria Kjr Theilvig from Denmark. The grand finale took place on November 21 at the Impact Challenger Hall in Pak 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 .

The Siasat Daily 21 Nov 2025 11:14 am

Will present India`s perspective at G20 summit in line with our vision: PM Modi

On the margins of the summit, the prime minister is expected to hold bilateral meetings with some of the leaders present in Johannesburg. He will also attend the sixth IBSA Summit there

Mid Day 21 Nov 2025 10:57 am

Zayed Khan celebrates wedding anniversary at Zarine Khans favourite place, Shirdi

Mumbai: Bollywood actor Zayed Khan visited the holy shrine of Sai Baba in Shirdi on account of his 20th wedding anniversary. Sharing a few pictures from his holy visit, Zayed mentioned how Shirdi was the favourite place of his late mother, Zarine Khan. He wrote, On our 20th anniversary, Malaika, my sisters Simone, Farah, Sussane 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 .

The Siasat Daily 21 Nov 2025 10:57 am

DRDO and Frances DGA sign pact to develop innovative defence technologies

Secretary Department of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO, Samir V Kamat and National Armaments Director, DGA, France, Lt Gen Gael Diaz de Tuesta, inked the agreement at the DRDO Bhawan here to deepen collaboration in defence research and development

Mid Day 21 Nov 2025 10:34 am

Rupee gains 5 paise to 88.63 against US dollar in early trade

Mumbai, Nov 21 (PTI) The rupee pared initial losses and showed a slight recovery of 5 paise trading at 88.63 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday on the back of lower crude oil prices overseas and foreign capital infusion in domestic stocks. The local currency, however, remained under pressure tracking a firm greenback and negative cues from domestic equity markets, forex traders said. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 88.67 and gained some ground to trade at 88.63 against the US dollar in initial deals, up 5 paise from its previous closing level.

The Sen Times 21 Nov 2025 10:22 am

Bombay high court suggests removal of hoardings without QR codes

The Bombay High Court suggested hoardings without QR codes containing all permission details should be removed, acknowledging Nashik's proactive circular. The court also sought data on unlawful hoardings by political parties, emphasizing uniform action. This comes as a PIL aims to curb illegal hoardings statewide.

The Times of India 21 Nov 2025 10:19 am

Stock markets fall in early trade dragged by weak global peers

Mumbai, Nov 21 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Friday after a two-day rally dragged by weak global market trends. The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 285.28 points to 85,347.40 in opening trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty dipped 82.6 points to 26,109.55. From the Sensex firms, ICICI Bank, Eternal, Adani Ports, Tata Steel, and Power Grid were among the major laggards. However, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, Titan, and Asian Paints were among the gainers. In Asian markets, South Koreas Kospi, Japans Nikkei 225 index, Shanghais SSE Composite index and Hong Kongs Hang Seng

The Sen Times 21 Nov 2025 10:11 am

Indias smallest baby: After 124 days in NICU, Mumbais 350gm 'Nano preemie' goes home

A baby girl, weighing just 350 grams at birth, has been discharged from hospital after 124 days. She was smaller than an apple and an adult's palm. Doctors called her a 'nano preemie'. She battled several health issues in the NICU. Her survival is considered a miracle. She is now neurologically normal for her age.

The Times of India 21 Nov 2025 10:09 am

Shubman Gill released from squad; Rishabh Pant to lead India in Guwahati Test

India's Test captain Shubman Gill has been released from the squad for the Guwahati Test and is heading to Mumbai for rest and specialist consultation. Rishabh Pant will lead the team in Gill's absence, with Sai Sudharsan and Nitish Kumar Reddy being frontrunners for selection. The team management is also addressing concerns about the playing surface after the first Test.

The Times of India 21 Nov 2025 10:08 am

Retired Army Colonel Duped Of Rs 56 Lakh In Digital Arrest Scam

An 83-year-old retired Army colonel here became the latest victim of online fraud, losing Rs 56.05 lakh after scammers impersonating Mumbai police officers threatened him with arrest.

NDTV 21 Nov 2025 10:07 am

Donald Trump`s plan to end Ukraine war would cede territory to Russia

The proposal, originated from negotiations between Washington and Moscow, appeared decidedly favourable to Russia, which started the war nearly four years ago by invading its neighbour

Mid Day 21 Nov 2025 10:01 am

Donald Trump expands tariff relief on coffee, fruit, beef from Brazil

However, Brazil said that didn`t affect levies that Trump had enacted in July to punish the country for prosecuting his political ally, former President Jair Bolsonaro

Mid Day 21 Nov 2025 9:06 am

Brazil: Fire at COP30 venue injures 21, forces evacuation of thousands

The fire broke out at around 2 pm on Thursday at the `Blue Zone`, where all meetings, negotiations, country pavilions, media centre and offices of all high-profile dignitaries are housed, including the main plenary hall

Mid Day 21 Nov 2025 8:55 am

Malabari chicken curry among new dishes on Air Indias global menu

KOCHI: Air India on Thursday announced the introduction of its new global menu across its fleet. The menu draws inspiration from Indias diverse culinary tapestry, from the royal kitchens of Awadh to the coastal flavours of southern India, while incorporating global influences through Pan-Asian, European Bistro, and geo-specific star dishes. The new menu, which includes Kerala-style Malabari chicken, has been introduced on most international ex-India routes, including flights from Delhi to London Heathrow, New York, Melbourne, Sydney, Toronto and Dubai; from Mumbai and Bengaluru to San Francisco; and from Mumbai to New York, to name a few. It will be progressively rolled out across all international sectors as well as on domestic routes. The menu weaves a delicious story that combines the flavours of India with influences from global cuisines. To strike a chord with every traveller, there is a portfolio mix of region-inspired meals and global cuisines such as European bistros and pan-Asian. The region-inspired meals like south-Indian cuisine brings alive the heritage of India giving the travellers an authentic dining experience, the airline said. Guests travelling First Class will enjoy gourmet meals, artisanal breads, signature desserts, and bespoke wine and champagne pairings. Business Class offers multi-course gourmet meals with customisable options and curated beverage pairings, while Premium Economy and Economy feature upgraded meal trays with balanced, wholesome options with familiar regional flavours and enhanced presentation. Signature Indian dishes to be served include Awadhi Paneer Anjeer Pasanda (Veg Awadhi Thali), Murgh Massalam (Non-veg Awadhi Thali), and south Indian platter in First and Business Class. Rajasthani Besan Chilla, Malabari chicken curry, and Malai Palak Kofta in Premium Economy. At the very core, the new food and beverage enhancements draw inspiration from Air Indias commitment to continuous innovation and transforming the customer experience. We are reimagining the inflight dining experience that resonates with the tastes and preferences of global travellers. Our thoughtfully curated menu caters to guests from different cultural affinities who prefer delectable gourmet meals, said Rajesh Dogra, chief customer experience officer, Air India.

The New Indian Express 21 Nov 2025 8:46 am

Philippines: Former mayor convicted of human trafficking

Guo denied all allegations against her and says she is a Filipino citizen

Mid Day 21 Nov 2025 8:40 am

New AR device lets users type on everyday objects using virtual keyboards

PropType uses a handheld object as the base for a keyboard, giving users tactile feedback.

Mid Day 21 Nov 2025 8:37 am

Semeru eruption forces rescue of over 170 climbers in Indonesia

About 178 people, including climbers, porters, guides, tourism officials and tourists, started their way up the 3676-metre (12,060-foot) mountain in the Lumajang district of East Java province on Wednesday and became stranded at the Ranu Kumbolo camping area

Mid Day 21 Nov 2025 8:33 am

Youre so lucky Im with you: Donald Trump takes dig at Elon Musk

Tesla CEO gets back with thank you for all youve done for America, world, signalling possible ease in tensions

Mid Day 21 Nov 2025 8:30 am

'Be polite, stand when netas walk in': Maharashtra govt issues new guidelines for officials

Maharashtra government officials must now stand when legislators visit, listen attentively, and use polite language on phone calls. New guidelines emphasize respecting elected representatives to enhance administrative accountability. Departments must maintain registers for MLA/MP correspondence, responding within two months. Local legislators will be invited to district events, with designated meeting times for citizens and officials.

The Times of India 21 Nov 2025 8:30 am

J&K cops raid Kashmir Times office, recover AK rifles

Officials said that SIA sleuths conducted a thorough search of the newspapers premises and computers after a case was registered against the publication and its promoters

Mid Day 21 Nov 2025 8:25 am

PM Modi embarks on visit to South Africa to attend G20 summit

During his stay in Johannesburg, the Prime Minister will also attend the sixth IBSA Summit on the sidelines of the G20

The Hindu 21 Nov 2025 7:39 am

Japans Nishitetsu, Runwal Enterprises partner for Rs 2,000-crore Mumbai office development

According to industry experts, for Runwal Enterprises, the partnership underscores its intent to attract institutional capital and strengthen its position in Mumbais premium commercial real estate segment. The company has expanded from its initial focus on affordable and mid-income housing into premium and luxury developments.

The Economic Times 21 Nov 2025 7:33 am

'Papa, I am not feeling well': Thrashed in train for not speaking in Marathi, Maharashtra college student kills self

A 19-year-old BSc student died by suicide after allegedly being harassed and assaulted on a local train for speaking Hindi. His father claims the incident, where commuters objected to his son's language, caused him extreme distress. Police have launched an investigation into the matter.

The Times of India 21 Nov 2025 6:56 am

Practising in imperfect conditions

Sustaining a writers vocation is deeply linked to an individuals commitment to words, not when they are succeeding, but when they are floundering, even failing

Mid Day 21 Nov 2025 6:55 am

Irresponsible citizens contribute majorly to citys chaos

According to the traffic police, thousands of vehicles ply this stretch daily. There are delays in traversing this distance because of pedestrians dashing across the road, crossing over at several junctures

Mid Day 21 Nov 2025 6:53 am

Mumbai weather today: Sunny skies, pleasant temperatures, air quality update

Mumbai welcomes a bright and pleasant Thursday, November 21, 2025, with clear skies and temperatures averaging 26C, ideal for outdoor enjoyment. While yesterday's air quality was 'moderate to poor' (AQI 178), today sees slight improvement, though masks are still recommended in traffic.

The Times of India 21 Nov 2025 6:20 am

Markets rise for 2nd day on global trends and foreign inflows

MUMBAI, Nov 20: Benchmark Sensex climbed 446 points while Nifty closed above the 26,100 level on Thursday, extending their gains for the second consecutive day on buying in oil & gas and select financial shares and fresh foreign fund inflows. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 446.21 points or 0.52 per cent to settle at 85,632.68. []

The Shillong Times 21 Nov 2025 5:52 am

Bombay High Court raps Maharashtra over Melghat malnutrition deaths

Bombay High Court slams Maharashtra for sheer negligence as 65 infants die of malnutrition inMelghat, ordering top officials to appear and file urgent action plans

The Hindu 21 Nov 2025 5:48 am

Rupee falls 20 paise against USD

MUMBAI, Nov 20: The Indian rupee fell 20 paise to close at 88.68 against the US dollar on Thursday, pressured by a stronger dollar and lower chances of a US Federal Reserve rate cut in December. The rupee opened at 88.63, touched an intra-day low of 88.74, and a high of 88.62 during trading. Analysts []

The Shillong Times 21 Nov 2025 5:46 am

Ahead of civic polls, Uddhav targets Shinde over Delhi visit; BJP rules out tie-up with Nawab Malik

Ahead of civic polls, opposition attacksEknathShinde over Amit Shah meeting as BJP distances itself fromNawabMalik amid money laundering charges.

The Hindu 21 Nov 2025 5:24 am

Uber partners with NGO Sulabh to direct drivers in nine cities to cleaner toilets

The partnership is in place in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Lucknow and Kolkata.

The Hindu 21 Nov 2025 4:14 am

Bombay HC refuses to dismiss plea against Pimpri MLA; orders trial onaffidavitand EVM allegations

Bombay High Court says petitiondisclosescause of action; allegations of asset suppression and non-compliance with voting machine norms to be tested at trial

The Hindu 21 Nov 2025 1:30 am

Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter case: final hearing in Bombay HC on Dec. 5

CBI asked to serve unrepresented respondents; written submissions due by December 4.

The Hindu 21 Nov 2025 1:28 am

Two killed in crash on DelhiMumbai expressway

The Times of India 21 Nov 2025 1:09 am

120 Bahadur premiere: Rekha shines in sindoor, SabaSonal twin; FarhanRanveer-Hrithik fashion on point

A star-studded screening of 120 Bahadur was held in Mumbai on November 19. The guest list saw prominent B-town celebs, including Hrithik Roshan, Ranveer Singh, Rekha, Waheeda Rehman, Tiger Shroff and others in attendance.

IBTimes 20 Nov 2025 11:53 pm

Orry fails to appear before Mumbai police; seeks more time

Orry, the social media sensation known as Orhan Awatramani, has asked the Mumbai Police for an extension until November 25 to make his appearance. His name emerged during interrogations linked to a major mephedrone bust, prompting concerns over celebrity connections to the rave scene under investigation by the authorities.

The Times of India 20 Nov 2025 11:33 pm

Ludhiana police busts 'multi-state gangster-terror module'; accused critically injured in 'encounter'

CHANDIGARH: Police in Punjab's Ludhiana on Thursday claimed they have busted a multi-state gangster-terror module, allegedly backed by Pakistan's spy agency ISI, following an exchange of fire in which two accused were injured. One of the accused was critically injured, officials said. Ludhiana Police Commissioner Swapan Sharma said the two had opened fire when they were intercepted in Ludhiana following information that they were roaming in the area. Two grenades and five sophisticated pistols were among the items seized from them. According to police, the duo was tasked with throwing grenades at designated places to cause unrest. In a post on X, the Ludhiana police said, In a major breakthrough, Ludhiana Police busted Pakistan's ISI-backed multi-state gangster-terror Module; links with Lawrence Bishnoi gang uncovered. Two shot at, one critically injured. It said that an FIR has been registered at the Jodhewal Police Station in Ludhiana under the Explosives Act and Arms Act, and an investigation was underway to explore their links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Ludhiana Police Commissioner Sharma said police had earlier busted a terror module and arrested three people who hailed from Punjab, Haryana and Bihar. Three other accused (who) have (already) been arrested, out of which one accused with links to one Pawan, who is the brother of Harry, who carried out firing on the house of Salman Khan in Mumbai, has been arrested too. In total, two Chinese 86P hand grenades, five sophisticated pistols and more than 40 rounds (of bullets) were recovered, the Ludhiana Police further mentioned in the post. According to police officials, every member of the module was given a different task and a Pakistan-based handler used to call them from a virtual number. Giving details about the two accused who were injured in the exchange of fire, Sharma said their handler had told these two that there would be an exchange of grenades at a particular spot, and after collecting them, they had to hurl those at designated places so that it would cause casualties. However, those who were to hand over the grenades to them had already been arrested by police, he said, adding, We had laid a trap and when they were challenged they opened fire at the police party... Some bullets hit a police vehicle. The Ludhiana police commissioner said police fired in the air first and then in exchange of fire, the two accused suffered bullet injuries, of which one was critically injured. Both were immediately taken to a hospital, he said.

The New Indian Express 20 Nov 2025 11:19 pm

Ex-home min Deshmukhs son quits NCP (SP)

The Times of India 20 Nov 2025 11:03 pm

Mumbai & Cape Town: A hopeful tale of two coastal cities

Mumbai and Cape Town, two major coastal cities, are facing rising climate risks and are pursuing long-term plans to strengthen resilience. Mumbai, which experiences frequent flooding and is highly exposed to rising sea levels, aims to be carbon neutral by 2050.

The Economic Times 20 Nov 2025 10:47 pm

Orry fails to appear before Mumbai police in drugs case, seeks more time

Mumbai: Summoned in connection with a drug seizure case, Bollywood socialite and influencer `Orry alias Orhan Awatramani on Thursday sought time till November 25 to appear before Mumbai Police, an official said. Orry had been summoned by the Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) after his name allegedly cropped up during the interrogation of Mohammed Salim Mohammed Suhail 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 .

The Siasat Daily 20 Nov 2025 10:42 pm

Mumbai: Man bludgeons wife to death with rock, arrested

The Times of India 20 Nov 2025 10:30 pm

Mumbai: Motorcylist killed in hit-and-run at Malad west

The Times of India 20 Nov 2025 10:25 pm

Waze seeks dropping of proceedings due to lack of sanctions

The Times of India 20 Nov 2025 10:24 pm

ED summons industrialist Vikas Garg in Rs 190-crore customs duty fraud probe

The Enforcement Directorate has summoned industrialist Vikas Garg in a Rs 190-crore customs duty fraud case. Garg has been asked to appear at the EDs Mumbai office to record his statement under PMLA

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 10:13 pm

Satellite-tagged falcons reach Africa in epic migration from Manipur

IAS officer Supriya Sahu described the journey as a display of raw beauty of migration, precision, instinct, wind, stamina, and courage, praising the incredible feat of these migratory birds

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 9:46 pm

BJP likely to ditch Ajit Pawar-led NCP in BMC elections over Nawab Malik row

MUMBAI: In a bid to consolidate its Hindu vote bank, the BJP has decided to drop the Ajit Pawar-led NCP as an ally for the elections to the BMC --Asia's richest civic body-- scheduled for January next year. The BJP has cited the presence of NCP Mumbai in-charge Nawab Malik --who faces serious charges allegedly linked to the purchase of a property belonging to an underworld don-- as the reason for refusing an alliance. Echoing the party's stand, senior BJP leader and former Mumbai BJP president Ashish Shelar said the party would not ally with the NCP as long as Nawab Malik, who is facing serious charges, remains its Mumbai leader. Responding to this, senior NCP leader Praful Patel stated that the charges against Malik have not been proven. Describing Malik as a senior and experienced leader of the party, Patel asserted that the NCP will not make any changes in the leadership. Sources in the BJP said that joining hands with the NCP while Malik leads its Mumbai unit would send the wrong message to the partys core Hindu voter base. The upcoming BMC election is very prestigious and will be high-voltage. In 2017, the BJP was very close to forming the government in the BMC. This time, we do not want to miss the opportunity by splitting the Hindu votes by joining hands with Nawab Malik. Every vote counts. We have conveyed this, a senior BJP functionary said, requesting anonymity. After the elections, if the BJP needs any support from the NCP, we can consider working togetherbut not before the elections, he added. Meanwhile, the BJP-led Mahayuti government on Thursday announced that the states revenue department will waive the registration fees for homes of 600 sq ft and below developed under the cluster redevelopment scheme in Mumbai. The move will provide significant relief to beneficiaries of such projects. The state currently levies six per cent in registration and stamp duty fees, which will now be waived.

The New Indian Express 20 Nov 2025 9:38 pm

Rupee falls to 88.68 against US Dollar amid Fed Rate cut doubts

Mumbai: The rupee depreciated 20 paise to close at 88.68 against the US dollar on Thursday, mainly due to a strengthening American currency against major crosses and fading odds of a rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. Forex traders said the dollar has staged a rally, moving above the 100 level, after the US 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 .

The Siasat Daily 20 Nov 2025 9:24 pm

Shinde gets no relief from Amit Shah as BJP pushes ahead with 'expansion' plan

MUMBAI: Despite flagging the internal friction within the Mahayuti during his meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde reportedly did not receive any relief. Instead, Shinde was reportedly reminded that each party has the right to expand its base, and the BJP will continue to pursue its expansion agenda. Shah and Shinde reportedly held a 50-minute meeting in Delhi, during which the latter listed several complaints against Maharashtra BJP president Ravindra Chavan. Shinde reportedly expressed concern regarding Chavan's attempts to allegedly poach Shiv Sena leaders on the eve of the local body polls, as well as for what he described as step-motherly treatment within the BJP-led Mahayuti government. People familiar with the development said Shinde was categorically told that the BJP would not halt its expansion plan. If Shinde is concerned or worried about the poaching of his cadre and leaders, then he should control them efficiently rather than blaming another party. Besides, Shinde was also informed that the BJP is a national party, and many people want to join them, so they cannot prevent anyone from joining the BJP. The BJP will continue to pursue its expansion agenda. The internal issues of the government must be resolved at the state level only, one person said, requesting anonymity. He further added that the BJP top leadership has made it clear that for the 2029 Maharashtra Assembly elections, the party has a long-term plan to form the government on its own, without depending on allies. However, Shinde refused to share details of the meeting. He said he had not met Amit Shah to read out complaints against BJP leaders but to congratulate him on the Bihar victory. Shinde said he is not someone who will sit and cry, asserting instead that he is a fighter. He blamed the media for speculating about differences between the BJP and the Shiv Sena and blowing them out of proportion. Taking a dig at Shindes predicament, Uddhav Thackeray said Shinde went to meet Shah in Delhi like a small child who gets beaten by someone and then complains to his father, saying 'Baba yane mala marla' (Father, he has beaten me). Maharashtra Congress president Harshvardhan Sapkal said Shinde is worried about a split in his party and therefore went to Delhi to meet Shah. Shinde broke the Shiv Sena and became the CM of Maharashtra. Now he is being given a taste of his own medicine by the BJP. It is only a matter of time before the Shinde Sena becomes history in Maharashtra, Sapkal said.

The New Indian Express 20 Nov 2025 9:17 pm

Navi Mumbai cops bust fake call centre targeting US nationals, 20 held

The call centre, run under the guise of multiple fictitious companies, had been operating in the Turbhe area of Navi Mumbai before being raided by a joint team from the Navi Mumbai Cyber Police Station and the Crime Branch

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 9:10 pm

Leeway Logistics case: ED launches searches in Mumbai, Delhi and Gurugram

During the searches, the ED froze fixed deposits and mutual funds worth around Rs 51.81 lakh and seized gold coins and a gold bar valued at Rs 84 lakh, it said

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 9:00 pm

Maharashtra announces registration fees waiver for cluster redevelopment homes

The Maharashtra government has waived registration fees for 400600 sq ft homes under Mumbais cluster redevelopment projects; announced by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 9:00 pm

Presidential reference: SC rejects objections of Oppn-ruled states

In its unanimous verdict, a five-judge bench headed by Chief Justice B R Gavai said the unique nature of the advisory jurisdiction of court lies in its institutional character

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 8:55 pm

Delhi blast: Court remands four accused to 10-day NIA custody

A Special NIA Court granted 10-day custody of four accused linked to the November 10 Red Fort blast. With these arrests, the NIA has detained six suspects as it probes the terror conspiracy

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 8:46 pm

Mumbai Civic Body Deploys Flying Squads To Improve Air Pollution Control

Amid pollution concerns, Mumbai's civic body, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), has deployed flying squads across all administrative wards to tighten enforcement of its 28-point air pollution control guidelines.

NDTV 20 Nov 2025 8:45 pm

Eknath Shinde-Amit Shah meeting a sign of helplessness: Uddhav

Uddhav Thackeray also took a dig at the BJP over pre-poll incentives, saying what opposition parties offer citizens is revdi (handouts), whereas what the ruling party provides is considered a favour

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 8:42 pm

316 million women faced sexual violence in past year: WHO report

A new WHO report released ahead of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women reveals that 316 million women and 12.5 million adolescent girls suffered sexual or partner violence in the past year, with global progress remaining painfully slow

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 8:22 pm

Mamata Banerjee writes to CEC, urges him to halt SIR of voter rolls

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee mentioned that she has time and again raised concerns over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls in the state and is now compelled to write to CEC

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 8:12 pm

SVKM`s law college appoints former SC judge Abhay Oka as Professor of Practice

The college said Justice Okas engagement would help bridge the gap between legal theory and practice, offering students experiential academic leadership and a deeper understanding of the laws real-world applications

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 7:48 pm

ED files charge sheet against Robert Vadra in UK-based Sanjay Bhandari case

The supplementary prosecution complaint has been filed before a special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court in Delhi, said officers

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 7:30 pm

Fake call centre targeting US citizens busted in Navi Mumbai; 20 held

THANE: Police have busted a fake call centre in Navi Mumbai, from where cyber frauds involving at least Rs 12 crore were allegedly committed mostly against US citizens, and arrested 20 persons in this connection, officials said on Thursday. The police suspect that the scale of the crime is very large and many wanted accused are involved in it. The action against this call centre, which was in operation in Turbhe area of Navi Mumbai was taken on Thursday, they said. Navi Mumbai Cyber police station and the Crime Branch took the action. The police received a tip-off on November 18 that a call centre was in operation under the guise of various bogus companies to defraud citizens. Immediately, a joint team of police conducted a raid and uncovered two distinct methods of fraud being run from there. In the first method, the employees of the call centre targeted US-based citizens through WhatsApp groups and lured them by promising high returns on stock market investments. Separately, they also targeted the American citizens by carrying out ransomware or malware attacks on their computers, an official statement said. The raid brought to light a massive scale of the financial crime, it said. The investigators found 97 persons working at the fake call centre. They also found several WhatsApp numbers and bank accounts being used by those found at the location, it added. The transactions of 71 bank accounts, details of which were sent to US citizens and others, for fraud were checked. Out of these, 61 accounts were found to have transactions worth a total of Rs 12.29 crore. Some of these bank accounts were checked on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCCRP) developed by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). It was found that 31 cyber fraud complaints have been registered across the country, the statement added. The police seized 108 computers, 38 mobile phones, and 5 GSM servers, it said. A case was registered at the Cyber police station in Thane under Sections 318(4) (cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property), 319(2) (punishment for cheating by personation), and 61(2) (criminal conspiracy) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with sections of the Information Technology Act. So far 20 accused have been arrested and remanded in police custody till November 23 by a local magistrate, the police said. The scale of the crime is very large and many wanted accused are involved. After a thorough technical investigation of the crime, the amount of fraud is likely to increase further, the police said in the statement.

The New Indian Express 20 Nov 2025 7:22 pm

Indian Navy`s Mumbai Marathon: Western Railway to run special local train

The Half Marathon will be held on November 23 and Western Railway will run one extra special slow Mumbai local train in the early morning of the event from Virar to Churchgate, officials said

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 7:20 pm

Nepal Gen-Z protest: Curfew reimposed after fresh tension erupts, 10 injured

Fresh violence erupted in Nepals Bara district as Gen Z protesters clashed with CPN-UML supporters, leaving 10 injured and prompting a curfew. Demonstrators accused police of failing to act after earlier clashes, leading to tear gas, aerial fire, and retaliation from youths

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 7:19 pm

ED attaches 1,452 crore worth properties linked to Anil Ambani group

Apart from others, the assets located in Navi Mumbai, Chennai, Pune and Bhubaneswar, were attached under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002

The Hindu Businessline 20 Nov 2025 7:02 pm

`Implement immediate safety measures at Navale Bridge accident zone in Pune`

The information was shared by Pune Member of Parliament (MP) and Union Minister of State for Cooperation and Civil Aviation Muralidhar Mohol. The directive comes in the wake of a recent fatal accident at Navale Bridge that claimed eight lives

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 7:02 pm

India's T20 captain Suryakumar, Shivam Dube to turn out for Mumbai in SMAT

With a busy T20I season for India ahead, starting with the five-match T20I series against South Africa, which will begin from Dec 9 in Cuttack, and culminating in the T20 World Cup in Feb-March in India and Sri Lanka, Suryakumar will desperately look to recover his prolonged run of poor form for the last year or so.

The Times of India 20 Nov 2025 6:21 pm

Construction sites to shut if AQI stays above 200: BMC

Each ward-level flying squad will include two engineers and one police officer, along with a vehicle equipped with a Vehicle Tracking and Monitoring System (VTMS), officials said

Mid Day 20 Nov 2025 6:13 pm

Farah Khan shares best type of shoot day with Vijay Varma, Fatima and Manish Malhotra

Mumbai: Farah Khan took to social media to share a glimpse of a fun-filled shoot day with Vijay Varma, Fatima Sana Shaikh, and Manish Malhotra. The post captures the lively camaraderie on set, giving a peek into the joyful moments behind the scenes. On Thursday, Farah took to her Instagram handle and shared a selfie 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 .

The Siasat Daily 20 Nov 2025 5:59 pm