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Stock markets extend rally in early trade; Sensex jumps 615 points

Mumbai, Nov 3 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty continued their winning run in early trade on Tuesday amid a sharp correction in crude oil prices and foreign fund inflows. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 614.66 points to 76,301.63 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty rallied 149.80 points to 23,588.55. In the 30 Sensex firms, InterGlobe Aviation, UltraTech Cement, HDFC Bank, Asian Paints, Hindustan Unilever and Infosys were among the major winners. Sun Pharma, Kotak Mahindra Bank, NTPC and Power Grid were trading lower. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, traded marginally up at USD 104.8 per barrel. Foreign

Macklemore calls Free Palestine Tour his favourite thing he has ever been part of

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Rapper Macklemore has expressed gratitude to the musicians, speakers and audiences who came together for the Free Palestine Tour in London, describing it as his favourite thing he has ever been part of. Macklemore, whose real name is Benjamin Hammond Haggerty, took to Instagram and said that the event reaffirmed the power of collective voices and platforms in advocating for Palestinian freedom, dignity and rights. The Free Palestine Tour is my favorite thing Ive ever been a part of I am still overwhelmed with gratitude and awe for every musician who stepped on stage in London. Every speaker. Every person who chose to be there, Macklemore wrote in the caption section. He added: We live in an era where advocating for Palestinian life and freedom is controversial. Where saying that Palestine should be free, that Palestinians deserve the same dignity, safety and rights as everyone else, can come at a cost. The rapper said that the tour served as a reaffirmation that when we collectively use our voices, our stages and our platforms to stand for the freedom of others, something profound happens. And the crowd is just as much a part of that as the artists. We all are. When we move beyond the fear of how will this affect my career? and center collective liberation, something shifts. Love is found. And that feeling of love was abundant in London. I can still feel it in my body. He further wrote: After five of the most intense weeks, reaching out to artists, organizing, dealing with logistics and constant meetings, it felt like we could all finally exhale. There is so much work to do. The march is long. But this felt like a beautiful step toward rekindling something in all of our hearts. Thank you to all the artists and speakers that said yes. And thank you to everyone that bought a ticket and supported. I feel honored to have shared that experience with you all. What a beautiful outcome.

Fire breaks out at timber warehouse in Mumbai's Malad West, no injuries reported

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) A Level-I fire broke out at a timber warehouse on Anand Road in the Malad West area of Mumbai on Monday night, prompting the mobilisation of fire brigade personnel and civic officials. No injuries have been reported in the incident, officials said. According to the Mumbai Fire Service, the fire was reported at around 9 p.m. at the Ruiya timber warehouse. The blaze was confined to wooden planks, cardboard stock and other materials stored on the ground floor of a ground-plus-two-storey (G+2) structure. Following the alert, teams from the Mumbai Fire Brigade, police and Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) rushed to the spot and initiated firefighting and other emergency measures. The fire was classified as Level-I, indicating a relatively minor fire incident. No injuries have been reported so far, the Mumbai Fire Service said. The incident comes against the backdrop of another major fire at a scrap godown in Mumbai's Saki Naka area in October, which claimed two lives and left four others with burn injuries. The fire had broken out at a scrap godown in Abdul Rashid Compound in Saki Naka, Andheri East. The Mumbai Fire Brigade received a call about the blaze at around 6.18 p.m. on a Tuesday and subsequently classified it as a Level-II fire. The injured were rushed to the civic-run Rajawadi Hospital for treatment. One of them had suffered 80 per cent burns, while the identities of the two deceased persons had not been established at the time. The four injured individuals were identified as Taufiq Shadil Qureshi, 20, who sustained 80 per cent burns; Jahid Abidulla Qureshi, 20, and Kamal Jalauddin Shah, 47, who both suffered 40 per cent burns; and Lalchand Ramlakhan Gautam, 40, who sustained 10 per cent burns. A senior Mumbai Fire Brigade officer had said that the circumstances surrounding the incident remained unclear, with preliminary investigations unable to establish the exact cause or point of origin of the fire. Officials had said that the flames spread rapidly due to the large quantity of scrap material stored at the premises, which also made firefighting operations challenging. The fire was eventually brought under control after sustained efforts by the fire brigade.

Tusshar Kapoor receives Rs 5 crore extortion threat in Lawrence Bishnoi gang's name

Bollywood actor Tusshar Kapoor received a phone call from an individual claiming to be Harry Boxer, an alleged member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, who demanded Rs 5 crore from him. The actor informed the Mumbai...

Ellen DeGeneres on late producer Matthew 'Matt' Wright: He was the glue of the family

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Ellen DeGeneres has paid an emotional tribute to her longtime producer Matt Wright, who recently passed away. The TV host remembered him as a funny, smart and kind person and said that he was the glue that held the entire family of The Ellen Show together. She shared a video message, where she was heard saying: So Matt Wright, who was our executive producer and was featured on our show a lot, died the other day and he he was an amazing guy. He was funny. God, he made me laugh. He would surprise me with things that he did all the time. He was smart and he was kind. He was a part of our show that... I mean, everyone loved him. Everyone loved him. I loved him and he... It's just shocking. It's shocking. We were working on a project to do together that we were supposed to start. We had just been... Anyway, we're going to miss him. He is and always will be the glue to our entire family at the Ellen Show and he will... I think this is going to be a really... I don't know what I'm saying. Anyway, and to Justin, his husband, and to his family, I'm so sorry because we lost a good guy. He was a good guy and he and tWitch were so close. She also recalled his close bond with late DJ and executive producer Stephen tWitch Boss, adding that the two are now together dancing and laughing. So now he and tWitch are together dancing and laughing. He's my producer, Matt Wright, and I never knew that someone could have such strong opinions about everything. One of my biggest pet peeves is when I'm at a You say you've got a couple appetizers, but I want it coursed out. Don't bring everything to me at once. That annoys me so much. Like if you're at sushi and you order a bunch of things and all of a sudden it's like, they're coming at me and they're putting stuff down. And if I'm at a two-top table and they're boom, boom, boom, I'm at a two-top. And they'll come over like, oh, where should I put this? You tell me. You brought it over. She went on and said There's so many things here. You have strong opinions about our Strong Opinions with Matt segment. It's a brand new segment. I hate it. Next we have Little Pauly right here. And oh, oh my. How do you like the food? Matt, crown all your pickles. It's me, Mario. I'm a gay. Hey. Wow. I had, I had no. Where did you two meet? Oh, that's a good story. No, it was a long time ago. Love at first sight. You see a man fill out overalls like that. Mamma mia. If I have two electricians working on my show who wanted to make a statement about their relationship. So please welcome Curt and Bernie. Wow. It seems like you guys are really comfortable physically with each other. Yeah. Cause we're friends. That's what friends do. Am I right? I mean, we spend so much time together. We work together. We have that time share together in Fire Island. We host our weekly RuPaul's Drag Race viewing parties. We also have a little side business where we sell homemade scented candles. It's a little passion project of ours.

Richa Chadha reunites with Sneha Khanwalkar: My first film as an actor was Oye Lucky, which also marked her debut

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Richa Chadha has teamed up with musician Sneha Khanwalkar for the title track of her non-fiction series Musafiri. The actress said that her maiden film was Oye Lucky, Lucky Oye, which marked the debut of the music director. Composed and sung by Sneha, the track has the restless soul of someone who refuses to stop at the postcard. Richa said in a statement: I am proud to call Sneha a friend and if India has a thousand stories, Sneha will probably find the soundtrack for all of them. I love the humming, curious, sometimes mischievous and sometimes lullaby like quality of the song. She added: My first film as an actor was Oye Lucky, which also marked her debut. My first film as a Producer Girls will be Girls featured a song from Sneha and now my first as a Creator. She really is my lucky charm Sneha Khanwalkar added, Richa is an independent voice! And shes brought her journalistic education into a brilliant, engaging and entertaining show Musafiri that takes you through landscapes we have been watching closely but never known so deeply. When she told me to make a title song for it, I gave her a basic rhythmic track with a cue singing in gibberish. She then herself wrote the lyrics over it for me to record with. Its always fun working with Richa, she added. Sneha Khanwalkar is best known for her score for the film, Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!, and also for Gangs of Wasseypur Part 1 and Part 2. She is only the second woman to gain a nomination in this category 28 years after Usha Khanna. She recently came out with a new track titled Puranpoli for Diwali featuring Vijay Varma, Vikramaditya Motwane, Kratex, Ganesh Chandanshive. The track has a standalone music video, which was released on October 28.

Michael Buble pens anniversary wish for parents: A love Ive watched my whole life

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Singer Michael Buble wrote an anniversary note for his parents, reflecting on their enduring love and saying he's spent his entire life watching them love each other. Buble took to Instagram, where he shared a photo collage of his parents and added that, even today, his father looks at his mother as though he cannot believe his luck. He wrote as the caption: Ive spent my whole life watching these two love each other and to this day, my Dad still looks at my Mom like he cant believe his luck. #HappyAnniversary. Regarded as a pop icon, Buble is often credited for helping to renew public interest and appreciation for traditional pop standards and the Great American Songbook. He has sold over 75 million records worldwide, and won numerous awards, including five Grammy Awards and fifteen Juno Awards. In 2003, Buble's self-titled third album reached the top ten in Canada and the United Kingdom. His 2009 album Crazy Love debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 after three days of sales, and remained there for two weeks. It was also his fourth number-one album on Billboard's Top Jazz Albums chart. His 2011 holiday album, Christmas, was in first place on the Billboard 200 for the final four weeks of 2011 and the first week of 2012, totalling five weeks atop the chart, it also made the top 5 in the United Kingdom. With this, Christmas became his third-consecutive number-one album on the chart. To Be Loved was released in April 2013, followed by Nobody but Me in October 2016 and Love in November 2018. He made his acting debut in 2000 with the road musical comedy drama titled Duets The movie evolves around the little-known world of karaoke competitions and the wayward characters who inhabit it.

'It's Probably A Time...': Maxwell Calls Time On His 14-year International Career (Ld)

T20I World Cup: Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has announced his retirement from international cricket, calling time on his career that spanned 14 years. The 38-year-old, who retired from ODI cricket in June last year, represented Australia across 149 ODIs, 130 T20Is and 7 Tests, won two ICC Men's Cricket World Cups (2015 and 2023) and one ICC Men's T20 World Cup (2021). We probably had numerous discussions before and after the T20 World Cup, Maxwell said on the Final Word podcast. And it was pretty open-ended. There wasn't any pressure from (Australia team management), and we decided to sort of leave the door open. There was a couple of series that were coming up (in which) they were going to look to the future, and we saw that in Bangladesh with guys getting their opportunity and performing really well. It's probably a time where I need to spend a little bit more time investing in the body to make sure I can get through the remaining couple of tournaments I've got in my career, he said. Maxwell, who last appeared for Australia in their final match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 against Oman, was the oldest player in Australia's disappointing T20I World Cup campaign. The allrounder leaves T20I cricket as Australia's third-highest run scorer (2,897) behind David Warner and Aaron Finch, and as one of just two batters, alongside India's Rohit Sharma, to have scored five T20I centuries. A dynamite with the bat, Maxwell was a powerhouse in the Australian batting order, especially in white-ball cricket. His ODI double hundred, which came in a remarkable chase against Afghanistan in the 2023 CWC, was a testament to the all-rounder's qualities and character. Maxwell scored 3990 runs at a strike rate of 126.7 in ODIs, in addition to his 2897 runs at a strike rate of 154.4 in the shortest format of the game. With ten international hundreds and 136 international wickets to his name, Maxwell is one of Australia's finest all-rounders. One of the turning points of his career was the 2023 ODI World Cup league-stage game with Afghanistan at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. With cramps, Maxwell scored an incredible 201 not out off only 128 balls as Australia defeated Afghanistan by three wickets while chasing 292. Maxwell's last Test for Australia was in 2017, with the Australia batsman having played 7 matches. He has largely been confined to limited-overs cricket since and has been significantly more successful in that format. He will continue to play in Big Bash title with the Melbourne Stars, with whom he is contracted until the end of the 2027-28 season. Maxwell most recently turned out for Victoria in a couple of one-day matches but has also called stumps on his List A career. He has not played a first-class match since 2023. Maxwell's last Test for Australia was in 2017, with the Australia batsman having played 7 matches. He has largely been confined to limited-overs cricket since and has been significantly more successful in that format. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

Indian equity markets open higher on slumping crude oil, FII inflows

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Indian equity markets opened higher on Tuesday for the second consecutive day this week amid declining crude prices, strong Q2 earnings and foreign investors turning buyers. Sensex jumped as much as 0.87 per cent or over 600 points to hit an intraday high of 76,358.79 in early deals. Nifty traded at 23,610.70, an increase of 0.72 per cent or about 170 points. On the sectoral front, financial services led the gains as Nifty Financial Services ex-Bank jumped 1 per cent. Meanwhile, Nifty Chemicals, Nifty FMCG and Nifty Media surged up to 0.77 per cent. Private bank, cement, information technology (IT) and consumer durables indices were also trading in the green. On the other hand, healthcare and energy stocks witnessed profit booking. Analysts said that circumstances are ideal for the continuation of the ongoing market rally. Decline in Brent crude to $104, further weakening of the AI trade, continuing flow of good Q2 results and foreign institutional investors (FIIs) turning buyers have potential to accelerate the ongoing rally, they said. The market experts also said Nifty has reclaimed its 50-day EMA near 23,170, while RSI improved to 61.03, above its average of 47.90, indicating strengthening momentum. PCR at 1.28 also reflects a positive derivatives setup. Immediate support is placed at 23,200-23,300, while resistance is seen at 23,600-23,700. Massive value buying along with big short covering leads to such sharp surges in stocks, even in megacaps. The takeaway from this experience is that patient value buying will be rewarded, according to them. Analysts added that short positions in many quality large-caps, created by bears on expectations of continued FII selling are now unwinding as circumstances change. While the AI trade has slightly weakened, it is only a correction, not yet a crash, and results of many AI companies continue to be good. On Monday, FIIs continued their buying momentum for the second consecutive session, recording net equity purchases of Rs 3,114 crore. Domestic institutional investors (DIIs) remained net sellers for the second straight session with outflows of Rs 392 crore. Moreover, the results of the US mid-term elections due tomorrow and its impact on geopolitical dynamics will be keenly watched by the market in the coming days.

Socha nhi tha plane ke neeche sona padega: SpiceJets SG-533 flight from Mumbai to Gorakhpur cancellation forces passenger to lie near aircraft, airline responds

A video showing SpiceJet passengers sleeping on the airport apron near an aircraft after the cancellation of Mumbai-Gorakhpur flight SG553 has surfaced online. The airline attributed the disruption to operating-hour restrictions at Gorakhpur's defence airport, while passengers questioned why they were allowed to board before the cancellation.

Jiya Shankar puts end to separation rumours with fianc, says 'this ain't no Bollywood movie'

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Actress Jiya Shankar has seemingly put an end to the speculation surrounding her relationship with fianc Kaaran Dhanak. After days of rumours suggesting trouble in paradise, the actress has now shared a series of happy moments with him on social media, along with a heartfelt note about growing as a couple. Addressing the speculation surrounding their relationship, Jiya made it clear that rumours about her fianc and their relationship were baseless. Taking to her social media account, Jiya shared some affectionate moments with Kaaran and penned a long note. She wrote, If no one told you how difficult life would get when you're learning to live together then let me tell you this ain't no Bollywood movie. Acknowledging that disagreements are a part of every relationship, she continued, We as most couples love a lot but also fight a lot sometimes, we have our differences and we're only learning to be better for each other. We're not perfect. We're only humans who fell in love and chose each other. We're best friends and in the end only hope that we figure it out and grow together in this life. Jiya further addressed the speculation surrounding her personal life, and wrote, I will be more careful of what i share on my social media from here on so it leaves no room for assumptions or baseless rumours but everything thats been said about my fianc or our relationship holds no truth to it what so ever. Concluding her note on a positive note, the actress added, Let's move forward with love and kindness now can we ? I wish you all love and peace and hope you find love that's perfect for you. Speculation about trouble in Jiya and Kaaran's relationship gained momentum after social media users noticed that the actress had unfollowed him on Instagram. The actress was also sharing cryptic messaged about relationships, cheating. One of the messages she shared read, Two things I know for sure: Prayers work and tables eventually turn. Another post read, Some nights I don't want healing. I want the universe to admit that what happened was cruel. These developments, coupled with reports of her unfollowing Kaaran, prompted fans to speculate that the couple might have called off their engagement. However, neither the actress nor Kaaran had initially confirmed any trouble in their relationship. For the uninitiated, Jiya had spoken about being in a relationship earlier this year, but had chosen not to reveal her partner's identity. The actress surprised fans in August, when she announced her engagement to Kaaran Dhanak, sharing dreamy photographs from an intimate sunset proposal.

Dwayne Johnson beams with pride as daughter honours Polynesian culture through dance

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Hollywood star Dwayne Johnson expressed pride in his daughter Jazzy and the dancers of Nonosina as they honoured Polynesian culture through their graceful storytelling movements in front of an audience of 33,000. Calling himself a proud father and Uncle Rock to the young performers, the actor took to Instagram and encouraged them to remain humble, hungry and keep reaching for more. Johnson wrote: Very proud of my daughter, Jazzy and all of our @nonosina1965 dancers, upholding and honoring our Polynesian culture with their beautiful, and GRACEFUL storytelling movements at the @rosebowlstadium in front of 33,000 strong. The art is in our dance. The love is in our mana. Clearly Im a very proud faced papa and uncle Rock to all these young ones - keep reaching for more, humble, hungry and every step along the way matters. He concluded: Shout to @uclaathletics + @uclafootball for all the love - and stay undefeated and shout to the core lady bosses @tiana_nonosina @kay.faam @laurenhashianofficial for making it all happen with love, pride, discipline x Uncle Rock cheehooo. On the acting front, Johnson will next be seen in 'Jumanji: The Open World'. The upcoming installment will bring back Hart as Franklin Finbar, Johnson as Dr. Bravestone, Jack Black as Professor Sheldon Oberon and Karen Gillan as Ruby Roundhouse. Jumanji, first released in 1995, was directed by Joe Johnston and based on Chris Van Allsburg's 1981 children's picture book. The film is the first installment in the Jumanji film series and stars Robin Williams, Kirsten Dunst, David Alan Grier, Bonnie Hunt, Jonathan Hyde, and Bebe Neuwirth. Johnson is a semi-retired professional wrestler. He is signed to WWE, where he performs on a part-time basis. Widely regarded as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time, he was integral to the World Wrestling Federation's development and success during the Attitude Era.

ET Wealth Expo 2026| India's next investment mega trend is a $1.5 trillion wealth transfer: Ganesh Mohan

Speaking on the sidelines of ET Wealth Expo 2026 in Mumbai, Mohan identified intergenerational wealth transfer as one of the major socio-cultural mega trends unfolding in India. He believes the shift will go beyond the transfer of assets between family members and could trigger a fundamental change in investment preferences, with younger investors potentially moving towards financial assets, equities and more diversified portfolios.

Salma Hayek says Halloween lets her play dress-up, but Dia de Muertos takes her back to her roots

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Hollywood actress Salma Hayek said that while Halloween lets her dress up and play a different character for the night, Dia de Muertos holds deeper emotional significance, bringing her back to her Mexican roots. Salma took to Instagram, where she shared a string of images from her Halloween celebrations, along with glimpses of how she marked Da de Muertos. She said the occasion is about remembering loved ones who are no longer around by placing their photographs on altars and lighting candles in their memory. She wrote in the caption section: After so many years of living between cultures, Ive learned that I can embrace new traditions without letting go of the ones that shaped me. Halloween lets me play, dress up, and become someone else for a night this year, my beloved @penelopecruzoficial but Da de Muertos always brings me back home. Today is not about costumes. Its about remembering. About placing a photo on the altar, lighting a candle, and making space for the people we still carry with us, even when they are no longer here. Two very different traditions, each with its own meaning, and both part of the life Ive built between cultures. Happy Da de los Muertos. Da de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is a multi-day holiday that involves family and friends gathering to pay respects and remember friends and family members who have died. The festival is widely observed in Mexico and among people of Mexican heritage in other parts of the world. Talking about the actress, Hayek started her career in Mexico with starring roles in the telenovela Teresa as well as the romantic drama Midaq Alley. She was then seen in Hollywood with appearances in films such as Desperado, From Dusk till Dawn, Wild Wild West, and Dogma. The actress' portrayal of painter Frida Kahlo in the biopic Frida made her the first Mexican actress to be nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress. She then shifted her focus on producing while starring in the action-centered pictures Once Upon a Time in Mexico in 2003, After the Sunset and Bandidas.

Big B talks about sleep struggles, getting back to gym routine: Dont let the old man in

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has spoken up about his occasional difficulty falling asleep, attempts to get back to a regular gym routine and how, while his mind remains willing to exercise, his body sometimes tells him to slow down. The icon took to his blog, where he shared a glimpse of his early morning routine and the struggles to adjust the font size while writing, along with waking up early with thoughts of completing his blog. He wrote: Still struggling with the Font size of the letters when writing the Blog .. if someone knows how, do explain went to Google but could not understand the instructions ..up a bit early, for it was playing on my mind that i should have written the Blog last night .. so up and about and hoping to catch the sleep again if it comes. At times on the net you get so many physical motions to activate sleep .. tried all and nothing happened .. so best to do it the natural .. get in to the coverings , cuddle like the fetus we were before evolving and facing the World .. and DONE .. snoring and all Aaaahhhh a yawn .. indicator of the shortage of the Oxygen needed .. so shall retire. The icon said his workout routine has come to a pause. Quoting the phrase, Dont let the old man in, Big B added that staying fit is easier said than done, but you have to keep trying. Gyming has been a bit non routined , so trying to bring it back in line .. for, the demanding work all over taxes the body and mind .. and a little more attention needs to be accommodated .. The mind says YES ..but the BODY says - hold on buddy, dont let the old man in easier said than done .. but DO IT ..so I shall IT, he wrote.

Farhan Akhtar shares video of fans singing Zinda from Bhaag Milkha Bhaag at concert: Chills down the spine, every single time

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Actor-singer-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar shared a video from his live concert, capturing an electrifying moment as the audience sang along to Zinda from his 2013 film Bhaag Milkha Bhaag and said that watching a song move beyond the stage and turn into a collective pulse across the arena was pure magic. Farhan took to Instagram, where he shared a monochrome video of himself from the stage. The clip featured the audience singing the hook line of the song and him joining them in between. He shared that the energy of the crowd gave him chills down his spine every single time. The moment a song leaves the stage and becomes a collective pulse across the entire arena, its pure magic. Chills down the spine, every single time. An unforgettable crowd. #FarhanLive, he wrote as the caption. The song is originally sung by Siddharth Mahadevan. Its music is given by Shankar Ehsaan Loy. Talking about Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, the biographical sports drama film directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra. Based on the life of Milkha Singh, an Indian athlete and Olympian who was a champion of the Commonwealth Games and two-time 400m champion of the Asian Games, it stars Farhan Akhtar alongside Art Malik, Divya Dutta, Pavan Malhotra, Yograj Singh, Prakash Raj and Meesha Shafi in supporting roles with Sonam Kapoor in a special appearance. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag was inspired by The Race of My Life. Milkha Singh sold the film rights for one rupee and inserted a clause stating that a share of the profits would be given to the Milkha Singh Charitable Trust. Talking about Akhtar, made his directorial debut with Dil Chahta Hai in 2001, a coming-of-age film that has since become a cult classic. He then directed the war film Lakshya, the action thriller Don and its sequel Don 2. In the acting front, Farhan was last seen in 120 Bahadur directed by Razneesh Razy Ghai. Farhan stars as Major Shaitan Singh and Raashii Khanna. The film recounts the Battle of Rezang La, considered one of the major events of the Sino-Indian War and fought on 18 November 1962, when 120 soldiers of the Charlie Company, 13 Kumaon Regiment, made up of Ahirs, defended their post against a 3000-strong Chinese Army contingent, inflicting on them over 1300 casualties.

EXCLUSIVE: TMKOCs Mandar Chandwadkar says he shares only 1 similarity with Bhide: I am also very disciplined but; also reveals why there isnt a SINGLE mother-in-law in Gokuldham Society

Earlier this year, Sab TVs Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah entered its name in the Guinness Book of World Records for being the longest running sitcom on Indian television after completing 18 years and over 4800 episodes after the first episode aired in July 2008. Mandar Chandwadkar is one of the actors who has been constant on the show since its inception. He is known for playing the iconic character of Aatmaram Tukaram Bhide, the ekmeva secretary of Gokuldham Society. In an exclusive chat with Bollywood Hungama, Chandwadkar candidly looked back at his journey with the show and shared some interesting bits about the behind the scenes happenings while shooting at TMKOCs iconic sets at Mumbais Film City. Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has completed 18 years. You have completed 18 years while playing Atmaram Tukaram Bhide. How do you look at your journey so far? The journey has been in different phases. When I had just joined, there was a feeling of a struggler getting a daily soap. At that time, it was important to get a daily soap, so that you start earning a fixed income. I felt good then. The character was also such that there was scope for performance. In those days, there were a lot of female-oriented shows like Kyunkii Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii and Kasauti Zindagi Kay where male characters hardly got a chance to do anything. At that time, this show came out where every character had an equal scope to perform. In 2010, we realized that there is something in this show that the audience is admiring and finding funny. However, such themes have also been explored before. But the special thing about this show is that it shows unity in diversity, just like our country India. Asit Kumar Modi came up with this chamatkar by adapting Taarak Mehtas Duniya Ne Undha Chashma. We have our writers who come up with different stories and characters; every character has a caricature hidden inside. For example, every society has one Jethalal, who doesnt give maintenance on time, is happy and doesnt take tension but problems always find him. There is also Daya, who is a very different type of a lady. Disha (Vakani) played that character wonderfully. Then there is Bhide, who vows by his principles. He doesnt like unnecessary spending. Popatlal is eager to get married since years but its not happening. Sodhi family has an amazing combination of Punjabi and Parsi. Similarly, nobody can think of a combination of Babita and Iyer. Then came a time when we realized that this is responsibility wala kaam and we need to keep it up. We kept on improving year after year. I got to learn a lot from Dilip (Joshi) bhai (who plays Jethalal) as a senior actor. Then Asit bhai showed more trust in Bhide and family, so he started creating stories revolving around them. The audience showered us with love from day one till today. Two generations have grown up but this shows magic still sustains. There are people who dont eat their meals without watching TMKOC. People who used to stay in separate rooms started coming together to watch this show. Do you recall the moment when you got selected for the show back then? Absolutely! I had given an audition in 2008, which was like any other audition. At that time, there were no online auditions. My co-star Sonalika Joshi (who plays Madhavi) had referred 2-3 actors for the show, including me. I was in Indore, so I took a flight and came to Mumbai, as there was an urgency. I met Asit bhai and our earlier director Dharmesh Mehta, who took my audition. Asit bhai must have given green signal to him as he would have liked. So, I was okayed then itself. This was a big thing for me. How did you get into the character of Bhide for the first time? What was your preparation like? There wasnt a preparation process as such. I just kept on learning basically. Taarak Mehta wrote Duniya Ne Undha Chashma for years but, being a Maharashtrian, I wasnt aware of it. Just like PL Deshpande is to Marathi, Taarak Mehta is to Gujarati. He used to observe and write. He also created fictional characters like PL Deshpande did. I understood and realized what they want and I gradually kept on learning. Asit bhai helped me a lot in understanding what exactly they want in the character. At that time, Taarak bhai was also associated with us. He used to watch all the episodes. Initially, he didnt understand and like it much but after one or one and a half year, Asit bhai told me that Taarak bhai has now started liking my character. It was an achievement for me that the writer who made this character has started liking it. In a humorous show like yours, do the actors improvise or strictly stick to the script? We have been given a lot of freedom by Asit bhai. The writers have been doing their work 100%. While reading, we add some tadka from our side. But we will be able to add tadka only if we have something (in the writing). The main plus point of the writers and Asit bhai is the atrangi ideas they bring. For example, a whistle being stuck in Bhides throat, Haathi bhai being stuck inside a rickshaw, my moustache getting stuck on my face, Jethalal getting involved in funny problems, etc. These are next level ideas. They already have humour. We just see what we can do with it while performing. All of you are tasked with bringing out six episodes per week, which involves a lot of shooting. Do you all get time to watch your own show? We surely do. In todays times, technology has gone so ahead that we are able to see it anytime on Sony LIV. Its not necessary that we watch only at 8:30 pm. When we are at home, we watch with everyone. If not, we watch whenever we get time. But we surely watch. I definitely do, so that I realize how better I could have done in a scene. Even after 18 years I feel like, There was a punch missing. I will make sure next time. Is the atmosphere on the sets as light-hearted as the show? Its the same light-hearted. There is no tension and pressure about anything. We have such creative freedom. Today, in every other serial (on other channels), there is an interference by the channel on how a scene is shot and even when it comes to the choice of curtains and tea cups. But by the grace of God, we dont have any such restrictions. We have such creative freedom that if we feel this character wont speak like this, we are allowed to change that. We dont need anyones permission. Thats because we have been fully into our characters all these years. What are the similarities between Aatmaram Tukaram Bhide and Mandar Chandwadkar? There is only one similarity. I am very disciplined in real life, just like Bhide. But the way Bhide thinks so much before spending money is not something that I do (laughs). In the show, there is a playful leg-pulling between your character and Jethalal. How is your bond with Dilip Joshi in real life? We share a very good bond. I personally have been a fan of Dilip bhai as I have seen a lot of his serials like Kya Baat Hai, Yeh Duniya Hai Rangeen, etc, when I was a struggler. I really like how he deeply observes his characters and gets into them. I got to see that from close quarters after joining this show. We share the same room and have our meals together. The observation continues round the clock of how he works on his character. TMKOC has a lot of characters but not a single saas (mother-in-law). Have you all ever discussed this? No, there has never been a discussion about this. Thats because people have seen that a lot in all these years. Even today, every second serial is about that; it has a saas along with bahu, son and daughter. Thats why people actually dont miss that there is no saas here. But you must have noticed that all these years, there has been Jethalals saas (who is never shown). They keep speaking about her and she gives funny nicknames to Jethalal. Do you keep getting acting offers for other projects? I never feel the need. An artist should feel satisfied. If the job which you are doing has satisfaction, you dont need anything else. When I shoot 12 hours here daily, I am absolutely satisfied as an actor. And its a responsibility; its a daily soap. The show has been successful because every actor has been dedicated towards the show. You wont find any of them in any other serial. Thats because Asit bhai has kept such a bonding intact. On a lighter note, will Popatlal get married first or Tapu? (laughs) As Bhide, I am not at all concerned about Tapus marriage. I just want Sonu to be married off. But not with Tapu I guess That is for sure (laughs). Also Read: Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah: Why did Vishwasur exclude Tapu Sena from Navratri celebrations?

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Goods Train Derails on Ratlam-Godhra Rail Line, Disrupting Delhi-Mumbai Train Traffic

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Tiger Shroff firing case: Mumbai Crime Branch arrests 22-year-old woman from Karnal

Amrapali Dubey opens up about desperately wanting to experience motherhood, says 'Am at the actual age of raising a child'

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Bhojpuri actress Amrapali Dubey has opened her heart out about her deep desire to experience motherhood. She admitted that, at this point in her life, becoming a mother is something she genuinely sees herself doing above everything else. In a candid conversation with fellow contestant Love Gill on Bigg Boss 20, the actress spoke about how her instinct to nurture and care for people has become a natural part of her personality. She added that she believes her age has something to do with it. Speaking to Love, Amrapali said, You know what I feel? People think that I am doing this for the game, like taking care and all, but no, man. My whole life will change. At this point, I genuinely see only motherhood. Nothing else. She further explained that her caring nature towards people around her is not something she consciously puts on. Whether it is looking after younger contestants, ScoutOP or Love, she has gradually realised that nurturing others has become an intrinsic part of who she is. Reflecting on the same, she said that she believes it could also be because she is now at an age when she feels ready to raise a child. I am not acting like I care for people. Whether I care for Young or Scout, or I care for you sometimes, that has become my genuine nature. And I think it is because of my age, you know. I am in the actual age of raising a child, she added. Amrapali's conversation with Love comes against the backdrop of her equation with contestants inside the Bigg Boss 20 house. The actress has often been seen taking on a nurturing, almost maternal role within the group comprising Love, ScoutOP and Yung DSA. From offering advice and sharing her opinions to stepping in whenever her friends are caught in difficult situations, she frequently is seen attempting to make them understand what she believes is right and wrong. Her tendency to guide and look out for the younger contestants has also earned her the 'Amma' tag inside the house. Gullu and other housemates have often referred to her as the mother of the group. This is not the first time that Amrapali has spoken openly about her desire to become a mother. During her appearance on the Bhojpuri celebrity reality show Bhojpuri Bawaal, the actress had a candid conversation, about wanting to adopt a daughter, even if it meant embracing motherhood before marriage. She had revealed that the desire was something she had carried since childhood and was not a decision she had arrived at overnight. Explaining her instinctive affection towards children, she said that whenever she came across children, she would naturally feel like picking them up, showering them with love and taking care of them. She also expressed confidence in her ability to handle the responsibilities of raising a child. During the conversation, Amrapali made it clear that motherhood was a non-negotiable priority for her, even if it meant making changes to her flourishing acting career.

Mumbai: Suspected food poisoning at Nahur wedding leaves at least 31 in hospital

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Saif Ali Khan gives fans a glimpse of his Halloween look, tears off bald prosthetic

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Actor Saif Ali Khan seems to have had his own take on Halloween. His latest Instagram post has left fans amused with the actor appearing to be sporting a bald look in a video shared on his social media account, and is seen suddenly pulling off his bald prosthetic, revealing his original hair underneath. Sharing the video, Saif wrote in his caption, Everyone out here posting about their Halloween looks...I'm just dealing with a Monday... I'd tear my hair out! Saif has also been giving fans glimpses of his personal life through social media. The actor is also set to reunite with wife Kareena Kapoor Khan for another appearance together on Koffee with Karan, which would mark their second time appearing together as a couple on the show. Earlier, he shared a video of himself playing the electric guitar as he was seen jamming with a mini band set up in his balcony. The actor, who is known for his love of music, was seen strumming a yellow electric guitar in the video. The other musicians were seen accompanying him on drums and other instruments. He had turned the balcony into a small music setup, complete with amplifiers and many other musical equipment. Adding a touch of humour to the musical moment, Saif had captioned the post as, Found the groove, lost the tempo, had a great time anyway. He had also shared a series of pictures from what appeared to be a throwback trip with his wife, actress Kareena Kapoor Khan, and their son Taimur Ali Khan.

Fire Breaks Out at Wooden Warehouse in Malad West, Mumbai

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Mumbai: Retired Navy woman allegedly duped of Rs 65 lakh in fake housing deal

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Mumbai: Pipes discharging sludge onto Juhu beach removed after Mid-Day report

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Mumbai: Dia Mirzas appeal against firecrackers sparks political row

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Indian Navy rescues all 20 crew members of pirated vessel Azini in 48-hour Arabian Sea operation: Rajnath Singh

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) The Indian Navy has rescued all 20 crew members of the pirated fishing vessel Azini in a meticulously coordinated 48-hour operation in the Arabian Sea, more than 3,000 km from Mumbai, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said. The operation was successfully carried out on November 2, with the Indian Navy locating and intercepting the vessel and securing the safe release of all crew members from heavily armed pirates. Congratulating the Indian Navy for the successful mission, the Defence Minister said that the operation demonstrated the force's high operational readiness and its ability to respond decisively to maritime threats across the region. In a post on X, Singh said: My congratulations to #Indian Navy for successfully executing a meticulously coordinated 48-hour operation to rescue all 20 crew members of the pirated fishing vessel, Azini, more than 3000 km from Mumbai in the Arabian Sea, on 02 Nov 26. The swift localisation, interception and safe release of the crew and vessel from significantly-armed pirates, with timely support from the Indian Air Force, speak well of the Indian Navys high operational readiness and ability to respond decisively to maritime threats across the region, he added. He further praised the personnel involved in the operation, saying that they had once again demonstrated India's ability and resolve to safeguard lives and uphold maritime security. Our brave personnel have once again demonstrated Indias ability, intent and resolve to safeguard lives, uphold maritime security and ensure stability across the Indian Ocean Region, he said. Reiterating India's commitment to maritime security, Singh said the country would continue to work towards ensuring safe seas and a free, open and secure Indian Ocean Region. India continues to stand resolute in ensuring SAFE SEAS and a free, open and secure Indian Ocean Region, he added. The operation also highlighted the coordination between the Indian Navy and the Indian Air Force in responding to maritime security challenges far from India's coastline.

Nita Ambani launches The Library at Mumbais Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre with over 4,500 books

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100 Fall Ill After Eating At Wedding In Mumbai, Food Poisoning Suspected

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Salman Khan wishes SRK on his birthday, latter says he followed Salmans advice on shirtless body

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan served up some bromance sending the millennials on a trip down the memory lane to the 90s. On Monday, SKR celebrated his 61st birthday, and Salman took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and shared a special message for the actor. Sharing the 1st song from the upcoming SRK-starrer King, Salman wrote, Happy Birthday Shahrukh hamesha jawaan raho The King, yeh meri dua hai (I wish you stay young forever, The King) @iamsrk. SRK responded to the same as he shared Salmans message for him on his Stories, and wrote, Aapne kaha Bina shirt ke acchhi body hai sirf isse liye mehnat ki (I did the hard work because you said that the shirtless body looks good). Love u bhai always. Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan greeted his fans outside his bungalow, Mannat in the Bandra area of Mumbai on his 61st Birthday. The actor, who donned a white t-shirt and paired it with denims, greets his fans outside his house every year on his birthday, and breaks into his iconic pose with his arm stretched soaking in the love from his fans. However, what makes this year different is the actors proximity to the crowd. While earlier the actor showed up next to the gate of his bungalow, this year, he chose to stay comparatively far from the crowd given the law and order situation in the city with gun attacks on high-profile people becoming common. The actor marked his birthday by releasing the song Tu Mil Jaaye from King. The song is crooned by Arijit Singh, and features Ed Sheeran's distinct rap style. The song also features Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukones palpable chemistry, and a fully ripped, shirtless SRK as the bonus.

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Mannat's 300-crore valuation, heritage status and renovation: How Shah Rukh Khan's dream home evolved

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Shah Rukh Khan greets fans from Mannat balcony; Suhana Khan takes pet dog for drive, smiles for paps

Shah Rukh Khan stepped out onto the balcony of his Mumbai residence, Mannat, to greet his fans gathered outside. The Bollywood superstar waved at the crowd and delighted them by recreating his iconic arms-wide-open pose.

36 hospitalised after eating at Mumbai wedding, food poisoning suspected

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Glenn Maxwell Announces Retirement From International Cricket: Report

The Big Show: Australia's explosive all-rounder Glenn Maxwell announced his retirement from international cricket on Monday, bringing the curtain down on a career spanning more than a decade across all three formats. According to ESPNcricinfo, Maxwell, who represented Australia in 286 international matches, scored 7,226 runs and claimed 136 wickets during his career. Nicknamed 'The Big Show', the 38-year-old was a key member of Australia's successful campaigns in the 2015 and 2023 ODI World Cups and the 2021 T20 World Cup. After making his International debut in an ODI against Afghanistan in 2012, Maxwell went onto become one of the most destructive white-ball batters of his generation, known for his unorthodox stroke-play, power-hitting and how he can change the course of a game. Maxwell is also the joint holder of most T20I centuries five with India's Rohit Sharma. One of the turning points of his career was the 2023 ODI World Cup league-stage game with Afghanistan at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. With cramps and his movement, Maxwell scored an incredible 201 not out off only 128 balls as Australia defeated Afghanistan by three wickets while chasing 292. Before Maxwell's miraculous innings, Australia had been 91/7 and seemingly on the brink of defeat in the seventh over. Maxwell's last Test for Australia was in 2017, with the Australia batsman having played 7 matches. He has largely been confined to limited-overs cricket since and has been significantly more successful in that format. He had earlier declared his quit from ODI cricket after the 2025 Champions Trophy, with a parting shot of 3,990 runs in the format. His last T20I was against Oman in February this year. Maxwell's last Test for Australia was in 2017, with the Australia batsman having played 7 matches. He has largely been confined to limited-overs cricket since and has been significantly more successful in that format. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

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Tiger Shroff firing case: Third woman arrested; total arrests rise to 13

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Fake govt cyber forensic specialist, forex trading promises: Gujarat businessman duped of Rs 1.24 crore

Digital Desk | Surat, Nov 2 (IANS) A man posing as a government cyber forensic specialist allegedly cheated a Surat-based petrochemical businessman of Rs 1.24 crore by promising lucrative returns through forex trading, cryptocurrency and overseas funds, before using the money to purchase property and luxury cars in Mumbai, police said on Monday. The Surat City Cyber Crime Cell has arrested the main accused, Priyank Vyas, 34, from Mira Road in Mumbai. A chartered accountant, Rohan Kelawala, who allegedly introduced Vyas to the complainant and facilitated the transactions, is absconding. According to the police, the accused and his associates collected Rs 1,29,25,100 from the complainant and his friend in 21 instalments over 11 months, between November 2025 and October 2026. Of this, Rs 4.70 lakh was returned to the complainant, leaving Rs 1,24,53,900 unpaid. The fraud came to light after the complainant, a petrochemical businessman, approached a chartered accountant in Surat in November 2025 for assistance with banking and loan-related work. The accountant allegedly told him that he invested clients' money in forex trading and introduced him to Vyas, describing him as a cyber forensic expert and cryptocurrency specialist. The two met at a hotel in Mumbai. To gain the businessman's confidence, Vyas allegedly displayed a fake identity card bearing the national emblem and identifying him as Dr Priyank Samirbhai Vyas Forensic Cyber Crime Specialist, Cyber Forensic Department, Mumbai. He also claimed that his car carried a government board and used a UPI ID named 'fslcyberforensic' and an email address named 'fslmumbai'. Vyas initially sought Rs 18 lakh, claiming that the amount was required to renew the IP address of a terminal developed by him. He promised to return Rs 30 lakh within 60 days and also offered the complainant a 20 per cent partnership in his business. On January 21 this year, the complainant sent Rs 18 lakh in cash to the chartered accountant's office. The accused subsequently communicated with the complainant through a 'Work' group on the BOTIM application, discussing IP purchases, software updates, cryptocurrency transactions and pre-authorised cards. Screenshots of USDT transactions and photographs of VISA cards issued by foreign banks were allegedly shared to reinforce the impression that the transactions were genuine. Between February and October 2026, Vyas allegedly demanded further payments on various pretexts, including a Rs 15 crore server fund, a Rs 153 crore fund from Argentina, the withdrawal of 5.3 million US dollars from a card and the recovery of Bitcoin from the wallet of a person in Nashik. The money was collected as gas fees, transaction charges, withdrawal charges, processing fees and personal loans through cash, bank transfers, Google Pay, angadia channels and USDT. Police said the accused repeatedly displayed large balances on a laptop, sent screenshots showing 'Transaction Success' and subsequently claimed that transactions had failed. He cited reasons such as IP-related banking errors, withdrawal limit issues, an Ethereum server outage and 83,768 ETH being blocked because of the size of a transaction. He also claimed that a wallet audit had identified 17 errors, comprising 15 yellow and two red alerts, and demanded additional fees to resolve them. The accused allegedly returned small amounts at intervals, including Rs one lakh, Rs 15,000, Rs 5,000 and Rs 3.5 lakh, to maintain the victims' confidence and persuade them to make further payments. On some occasions, the complainant and his friends were called to hotel rooms in Mumbai, where Vyas allegedly demonstrated a purported live transfer of 1.96 BTC on a laptop described as a government terminal. He also added the complainant's bank account as a beneficiary and shared screenshots showing 'Payment Initiated', 'RTGS' and 'Withdrawal Processed Successfully'. The police said the money was not used for any server, fund or cryptocurrency transactions. Instead, Vyas allegedly purchased a property in Mumbai worth around Rs 1.5 crore, bought a BMW luxury car and booked another flat for which he paid approximately Rs 80 lakh as a token amount. Investigators are collecting documentary evidence to establish that these assets were acquired using the proceeds of the fraud and initiate legal action for their seizure or freezing. The investigation has also revealed two other alleged victims in Surat. One of the complainant's friends paid Rs 74.90 lakh in instalments through bank transfers and cash, while another Surat resident allegedly paid Rs 7.5 lakh. Police suspect that the accused may have collected nearly Rs two crore from victims in the city and are investigating whether more people were cheated. Police said Vyas and Kelawala had earlier been cheated while trading on a platform named GlobalSwiftPay. Although the platform displayed large US dollar balances, the money could not be withdrawn. Investigators suspect that the two subsequently used the same concept of displaying fictitious balances and demanding fees to cheat others. The police also alleged that Kelawala played a key role in introducing the complainant to Vyas. He had assured the businessman that the money would be returned with profits within 30 days and said the responsibility for repayment was his. He received the initial Rs 18 lakh at his office and sent a message stating '1800 received'. He was also the administrator of the BOTIM group and shared transaction screenshots and photographs of foreign bank cards. When the complainant sought updates, he allegedly replied, 'Waiting bro'. The case was registered at the Surat City Cyber Crime Police Station on October 30 under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and Section 66(D) of the Information Technology Act. The FIR includes Sections 318(4), 204, 205, 336(2), 338, 336(3), 340(2), 61(2) and 3(5) of the BNS. A team led by Police Inspector N R Patel conducted the investigation under the supervision of senior officials. Investigators analysed transaction records, wallet screenshots and trace reports, and verified wallet addresses and transaction IDs through blockchain explorers. Technical analysis and human intelligence led the team to Vyas's location at Mira Road in Mumbai. Police have seized two mobile phones, two laptops, two hard disks, two pen drives, three cryptocurrency wallet cards, a chip, the fake Cyber Forensic Department identity card, a card of the Crime Grievance and Intelligence Council, two cheque books, two bank passbooks and documents relating to a flat in Mira Road. A BMW and a Honda City were also seized. The police have valued the seized items at a total of Rs 9.65 lakh. Kelawala remains absconding, and efforts are underway to arrest him. The police have urged people to verify investment platforms and brokers before transferring money, avoid offers promising guaranteed or unusually high returns, and refrain from paying additional amounts in the name of withdrawal or tax-processing fees.

Fire breaks out at wooden warehouse in Malad; relief operations underway

According to the Mumbai civic body, the blaze was confined to wooden planks and stocks of cardboard stored on the ground floor of a ground-plus-two-storey structure. No injuries were reported

One more accused arrested in Tiger Shroff firing case from Haryana; 13 held so far

A woman was arrested by the Mumbai Crime Branch in the Tiger Shroff firing case from Haryana. This arrest brings the total number of individuals detained to 13, including alleged shooters and three women. The incident occurred on October 18 when Shroff's car was fired upon in Juhu, resulting in injuries to others. The Crime Branch is conducting raids across several states to apprehend all involved in the conspiracy.

Mumbai traffic alert: Andheri's Mogra nullah bridge closed till May 2027, alternative routes announced

Actor Shah Rukh Khan Greets Admirers at Mannat in Mumbai on His Birthday

Actor Shah Rukh Khan Greets Admirers at Mannat in Mumbai on His Birthday

Jyoti Gajewad Criticizes BJP Over Removal of Dia Mirzas Video Amid Pollution Concerns

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Vivek Oberoi sends best wishes to on-screen brother-in-law Yash ahead of Ramayana release

As Yash prepares to portray Ravana in Nitesh Tiwaris Ramayana, actor Vivek Oberoi has shared a special message for him. Taking to social media, Vivek wished Yash luck for the upcoming film and expressed his excitement about watching the actor bring the mythological character to the big screen. Sharing his message from what he called Ravanas Lanka, Vivek addressed Yash as his on-screen brother-in-law and real-life brother. He wrote, A special message for my on-screen brother-in-law and real-life brother, Yash, straight from Ravanas Lanka! Wishing you all the very best as you bring the mighty Ravana to life and take this epic story of Shri Ram and Ravana to audiences across the world. Looking forward to witnessing this grand spectacle. See you in Mumbai for the screening, brother! The actors share an on-screen family connection as brothers-in-law, which also forms the backdrop to Viveks affectionate message. His post comes as anticipation builds around Yashs portrayal of Ravana in the two-part adaptation of the epic. A special message for my on-screen brother-in-law and real-life brother, Yash, straight from Ravanas Lanka! Wishing you all the very best as you bring the mighty Ravana to life and take this epic story of Shri Ram and Ravana to audiences across the world. Looking forward to witnessing this grand spectacle. See you in Mumbai for the screening, brother! Vivek Anand Oberoi (@vivekoberoi) November 2, 2026 Apart from playing Ravana, Yash is also associated with the project as a producer through his banner, Monster Mind Creations, which is collaborating with Namit Malhotras Prime Focus Studios. His company is also handling the films distribution in Karnataka. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman. The first instalment of the two-part film is scheduled to release worldwide in theatres on November 5, 2026. The second part is slated for Diwali 2027. Also Read:Sai Pallavi as Sita takes centre stage in new character promo of Ramayana ahead of November 5 release

Shah Rukh Khan greets fans at Mannat on 61st birthday after skipping midnight balcony appearance

Shah Rukh Khan marked his 61st birthday on November 2 by greeting fans gathered outside his Mumbai residence, Mannat. While the actor skipped his customary midnight balcony appearance this year, he later stepped out to acknowledge the crowd, continuing a birthday tradition that his fans look forward to every year. The celebrations began at midnight with a special message from the superstar. Since Mannat is currently undergoing renovation and the family has temporarily moved out, Shah Rukh did not appear on the balcony as he usually does. Instead, a large projection outside the residence displayed a handwritten note from the actor, along with visuals from his upcoming film King. The note read, Thank you all for your wishes and love. Sending mine right back to you all. Lots of love and a big hug. The display also featured visuals and dialogues from King, including King Akela Kaafi Hai and Darr Nahi, Dehshat Hoon. The first song from the film, Tu Mil Jaaye, was also released at midnight, adding to the birthday celebrations. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Hungama (@realbollywoodhungama) Shah Rukh Khan makes a balcony appearance at Mannat Although fans did not get to see the actor at midnight, Shah Rukh eventually made an appearance at Mannat later in the day. As darkness fell, he stepped onto the platform outside the residence, which was surrounded by renovation scaffolding, and greeted the crowd. Dressed in a white T-shirt and blue jeans, the actor waved at fans, struck his signature arms-outstretched pose, saluted and blew kisses. His appearance was brief amid the ongoing renovation work and security arrangements, but it gave fans the glimpse they had been waiting for. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Hungama (@realbollywoodhungama) Shah Rukh Khans next film is King On the professional front, Shah Rukh Khan will next be seen in Siddharth Anands King. The action entertainer also stars Deepika Padukone, Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Rani Mukerji and several others. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on December 24, 2026. The release of Tu Mil Jaaye on the actors birthday offered fans an early glimpse of the film ahead of its theatrical arrival. Also Read:Atlee calls Shah Rukh Khan his mentor, guide and biggest inspiration in heartfelt birthday tribute; says he cant wait to watch KING

13th Arrest In Tiger Shroff Firing Case

The Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested a woman from Haryana, bringing the total number of arrests to 13 in connection with the firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff. The incident occurred on October 18, where Shroff's car was targeted, injuring his driver and a bystander. Police are continuing raids across multiple states to apprehend all individuals involved.

Tiger Shroff attack case: Mumbai Police arrests 22-year-old woman from Haryana

According to the police, a Mumbai Crime Branch team, with assistance from the Haryana Police, conducted an operation in Karnal district on November 1 and arrested the 22-year-old suspect

Whenever A Team Comes Out, I Have Expectations, Says Sarfaraz Khan On India A Snub

Sarfaraz Khan: Overlooked for the India A tour of New Zealand, Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan has admitted he had hoped for a call-up, but said he would keep scoring runs in domestic cricket and leave selection to the selectors. Sarfaraz, who last played for India nearly two years ago against New Zealand in the 2024 Test at the Wankhede Stadium, made 55 on day one of Mumbais Ranji Trophy match against Railways at the Brabourne Stadium on Monday. Obviously. Whenever a team comes out, I have expectations. But its okay. Its in their (selectors) hands whether to select me or not. My job is to play cricket, Sarfaraz told reporters in a post-day chat. Sarfaraz was recalled to the Test squad for the two-match series against Sri Lanka in August as a replacement for the injured Sai Sudharsan, but did not get a game. It was in that dressing room, he said, that he learnt how the selectors viewed him. The selectors didnt say it to me directly, but when I went to the Indian team recently, I heard that they are looking at me more for Indian conditions, he said. Sarfaraz questioned that thinking, pointing to his record overseas. But still I have a question, that when I went to (South) Africa, I scored runs (for India A). When I went to England, I scored. So sometimes when you make a comeback and you get a rank turner in India, suddenly you cant perform very well on a difficult wicket after scoring in domestic cricket. Or if you do, then 30-40-50 runs are enough on it. But it is not that I have not scored runs outside (India). I have scored outside too. So its okay. Ye unka nazariya hai (This is the selectors perspective). My job is to play cricket. And I will play. The numbers back him up. In seven first-class matches for India A in overseas conditions, Sarfaraz has scored 300 runs at an average of exactly 50, with three half-centuries. Those games came in South Africa in 2021 and 2023, Bangladesh in 2022 and England in May 2025. After his Test team recall, Sarfaraz was then named vice-captain of the Rest of India side for the Irani Cup against Ranji Trophy champions Jammu and Kashmir a month ago, scoring 45 and 0. Back in the Ranji Trophy, Sarfaraz has scores of 1, 154, 40 and 55 this season, at an average of 62.50. But more than a decade after his Ranji debut in 2014, he said starting over every season had not been easy. Its very difficult to score runs every season. I think I am still doing the same thing that I did with my father in the beginning. Its the same thing. I dont take off in the off-season, and I practice and keep batting. I dont know how many runs I am going to make. But when I came to Ranji Trophy 10-11 years ago, I worked hard the same way. I have the same routine. Everyone knows If you want to meet Sarfaraz Khan, you dont have to go to his house, you can meet him at Azad Maidan or Cross Maidan at 6 in the morning. Its very difficult to restart every year, come every year and work hard. Sometimes you get success, sometimes you dont. But this is my job, I can't do anything, he added. Having already realised his dream of an India cap in 2024, Sarfaraz said his father Naushad Khan remains his biggest source of motivation. So many things have happened. I am not thinking much. I wake up every morning and ask myself the same question, why should I work harder? I have played for India, but I wake up at 5 in the morning and go (to train). I can play for Ranji Trophy with normal hard work. Im still scoring 30, 40, 50, 100. So sometimes I get these questions in my head. But its okay. When I see that my father is working hard, he is sweating it out, then its okay. I will go and score for him. It motivates me to wake up every morning. Everyone knows that I dont have (any other) support in my life. If I have support, its only from my father. No one has supported me in my life. But its okay. I worked hard; I fulfilled my fathers dream (by playing for India). Its not easy to play for India, especially in this generation. And its not like I scored once or twice and played for India. I scored 300, 200, 250 (in domestic cricket) and worked hard and played for India. Motivation is to play cricket, thats it. Wherever I get a chance, I will play cricket. When its off-season, I dont like to sit at home. I think Im made for cricket. Wherever I get an opportunity (If) Ranji Trophy, Mushtaq Ali, Vijay Hazare, IPL, Indian team calls me, I will go. If India A calls me, I will go. I want to play cricket, he elaborated. After being dropped from the Test side in 2024, Sarfaraz went on a strict diet and exercise regime last year and brought his weight down from 97 kg to 77 kg. Pictures of the transformation went viral on social media, though Sarfaraz said nobody in the India or Mumbai set-ups had asked him to slim down. No one told me that I have to lose weight. But whatever I heard on social media, or from someone, that maybe I should lose weight. So I did it. Because whatever I hear, that I should work on something, I am doing that in my life. I cant do anything more than that. In reality, I was overweight. There is no doubt about that. After being dropped from the Test side in 2024, Sarfaraz went on a strict diet and exercise regime last year and brought his weight down from 97 kg to 77 kg. Pictures of the transformation went viral on social media, though Sarfaraz said nobody in the India or Mumbai set-ups had asked him to slim down. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

DHL Express appoints Sandeep Juneja to lead the business in South Asia and India

Mumbai: DHL Express has appointed Sandeep Juneja as Senior Vice President for South Asia and Managing Director for India, effective November 1, 2026. He succeeds R. S. Subramanian, who will move to Blue Dart as the Managing Director. In his new role, Sandeep will focus on strengthening customer partnerships, capturing growth opportunities and delivering sustainable []

AIDWA to lead womens march to Mantralaya on Nov 3 over Ladki Bahin scheme

The demonstration will begin at 11 am at Azad Maidan, near the Mumbai Marathi Patrakar Sangh, and will be attended by senior AIDWA leaders, including patron and former MP Brinda Karat

NCP Leaders Meet Home Minister Amit Shah Amid Political Tensions

NCP leaders express concerns to Amit Shah, prompting an emergency meeting of party legislators in Mumbai. NCP Leaders Meet Home Minister Amit Shah Amid Political Tensions

Sarfaraz Khan: 'Everyday I ask myself why I should work harder'

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Amara Raja Q2 profit drops 45 pc; declares Rs 4.30 interim dividend

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 2 (IANS) Amara Raja Energy and Mobility Limited on Monday reported a 44.8 per cent year-on-year (YoY) decline in profit for the quarter ended September 2026, as rising cost pressures weighed on margins despite healthy revenue growth across key business segments. The battery maker posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 153 crore in the second quarter of FY27, down 44.8 per cent from Rs 277 crore in the corresponding quarter last financial year (Q2 FY26), according to its stock exchange filing. Revenue from operations, however, rose 18.5 per cent year-on-year to Rs 4,109 crore, compared with Rs 3,467 crore in the year-ago period. Operating performance remained under pressure during the quarter. Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) fell 3.4 per cent to Rs 361.6 crore from Rs 374.3 crore a year earlier. Consequently, EBITDA margin contracted to 8.8 per cent from 10.8 per cent in the corresponding period, as per its regulatory filing. Alongside its quarterly earnings, the company announced an interim dividend of Rs 4.30 per equity share for the financial year 2026-27 and fixed November 6 as the record date for determining eligible shareholders. The latest dividend marks a moderation from recent payouts by the company. Amara Raja had announced an interim dividend of Rs 4.80 per share in November 2023, which increased to Rs 5.40 per share in November 2025. The company had also declared a dividend of Rs 5.20 per share in July 2026. Despite the decline in earnings, the company reported strong demand trends across multiple segments. It said performance during the quarter was supported by robust double-digit growth in the automotive battery aftermarket and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) businesses, as well as continued strength in its Home Energy segment. The results were announced after market hours. Shares of Amara Raja ended the session 3.14 per cent higher at Rs 708.4 apiece on the NSE. The stock has risen 2.34 per cent over the past week but is down 5 per cent over the last month. On a year-to-date basis, the shares have fallen 23.47 per cent and are down 29.34 per cent over the past year.

No merger: Sunil Tatkare reaffirms collective leadership under Sunetra Pawar

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 2 (IANS) Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) MP and Maharashtra unit president Sunil Tatkare on Monday clarified that the issue of party merger is completely closed, emphasising that the party's primary focus is on strengthening its organisation and working collectively under the leadership of party president and Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar. Addressing the media following the party's core committee meeting held at DCM Sunetra Pawar's official residence, Devgiri, Tatkare said that the discussions centred around how the party can function collectively with a unified approach under the leadership of Sunetra Pawar. The issue of merger of two NCP factions ended long ago. This stance was previously maintained by Sharad Pawars faction as well, and our position on the matter has been made clear, he said. Tatkare clarified that there is no reason for any drama regarding internal dissatisfaction or grievances. Appointments and other organisational matters were discussed extensively in a cordial atmosphere. Notably, rumours regarding discontent over recent appointments were not even a topic of discussion during this meeting. The meeting featured extensive deliberations on party organisation, its functioning, and various upcoming programs. As long-standing grassroots workers who have served the organisation for a long time, collective leadership has always been our core principle, he noted. He further said that discussions also focused on the challenges facing the organisation and how the party can contribute effectively to addressing the drought-like situation prevailing across the state. He added that the party is fully committed to strengthening its organisational framework and working dynamically moving forward. Today's core committee meeting took place after NCP veteran leaders met the Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday night and reportedly cited unilateral functioning and decision-making by party chief Sunetra Pawar and his son and the Rajya Sabha member Parth Pawar. The delegation, comprising all top leaders of the party, except the Pawars, was reportedly advised by Shah to 'pull up their socks' as the collapse of the NCP organisation was hurting Mahayuti in Maharashtra. The NCP leaders had sought Shah's appointment to discuss the organisational matters as well as allotment of cabinet portfolios in Maharashtra, due to the NCP. The delegation included RS MP Praful Patel, NCP state chief Sunil Tatkare, minister Hasan Mushrif, Chhagan Bhujbal, former ministers Dilip Walse-Patil and Dhananjay Munde. Bhujbal's nephew and former LS MP Sameer was also part of the delegation. Both Patel and Tatkare, in the past, have openly called for introspection within the NCP following its defeat in the recently held legislative council elections. Bhujbal is miffed over the decision to appoint MLC Zeeshan Siddique as Mumbai NCP chief without even informing him. Both Walse-Patil and Munde are out of the state cabinet despite vacancies in the state cabinet. The Finance portfolio, which was originally with the NCP, was taken up by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after the death of Ajit Pawar. Despite repeated demands, the BJP has not handed over the portfolio to the NCP. Mushrif was asked to step aside from Pune graduates' constituency polls after the NCP let go of its claim and gave the seat to the BJP. Mushrif's trusted aide Bhaiyya Mane was to contest the election originally. Sources within the NCP said that lack of collective leadership within the NCP was one of the key issues discussed with Shah. While the issue of lack of collective leadership within the party was discussed, it was told to them that the NCP leaders need to ensure smooth functioning of the party, said an NCP leader privy to the discussions. These leaders were told that the problems within the NCP organisation are not harming them only. But being in Mahayuti, it is affecting the ruling alliance as a whole. If these issues are not resolved, then the alliance will face problems, the source said. Another party leader confirmed that Shah maintained that the BJP was closely observing the developments in Maharashtra. The NCP officially downplayed the visit. It is highly unfortunate that unnecessary political colour is being given to today's meeting in Delhi between Union Home Minister Amit Shah and senior leaders of the Nationalist Congress Party, attempting to fabricate a narrative of internal party differences, said Umesh Patil, National Spokesperson, NCP. Patil said that the meeting of senior NCP leaders took place after Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar, in her last meeting with Shah, said that a delegation of senior leaders from the party would be meeting him and had requested time to be made available. He said that it appears that certain unseen forces are planting such reports to create an artificial narrative that there are internal differences within the Nationalist Congress Party and a lack of coordination in the leadership.

Imran Khan Apologises In Bombay HC Over SIR Protest, Leave India Notice Put On Hold

Actor Imran Khan has tendered an unconditional apology before the Bombay High Court over his participation in a protest against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Mumbai.The US citizen and OCI cardholder was questioned by the court over his participation in the protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The bench highlighted the difference between the rights of Indian citizens and OCI cardholders.Following his apology, the Bombay High Court has kept the Leave India Notice issued against him in abeyance until December 7. The notice had directed him to leave India by October 28.

Kareena Kapoor Shares First Glimpse With SRK From King On His Birthday

Mumbai: Actress Kareena Kapoor has shared a first glimpse of herself with Shah Rukh Khan from his upcoming action thriller King, hinting at their on-screen reunion. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kareena Kapoor Khan (@kareenakapoorkhan) On Shah Rukh Khans 61st birthday, Kareena posted a picture with the superstar on []

Juhi Chawla wishes 'the King for the world' Shah Rukh on his birthday: Lots and lots of love

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 2 (IANS) Actress Juhi Chawla wished her 'friend, co-star and business partner' Shah Rukh Khan on his birthday. In a lovely wish for SRK, Juhi said that despite being 'The King for the world', Shah Rukh remains one of the most generous and humble people for those who are close to him. Sharing a couple of photos of the two over the years, Juhi wrote on her official handle, Happpyyy Birthhddaaayy ShahRukh ..!! @iamsrk Friend, co-star, business partner and someone with whom I have laughed, celebrated and shared so many memories over the years..!! (sic). She added, The King for the world, but for those who know you, still one of the most generous and humble people around..!! Lots and lots of love from all of us, always.. Jay, Juhi, Jahnavi, Arjun. During their cinematic journey together, Shah Rukh and Juhi have worked together in several projects that are still enjoyed by movie buffs, including 'Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman (1992)', 'Darr (1993)', 'Ram Jaane (1995)', 'Duplicate (1998), 'Yes Boss (1997), 'Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani (2000), and 'One 2 Ka 4 (2001)'. Meanwhile, celebrating Shah Rukh Khan's 61st birthday on Monday, the makers of his next, 'King' released the primary track from his highly awaited actioner, Tu Mil Jaaye, which has been picturized on SRK and Deepika Padukone. Arijit Singh has crooned the romantic number that also includes Ed Sheeran's distinct rap style. Composer duo Sachin-Jigar has scored the melodious tune, the lyrics for which have been provided by Kumaar. Piyush-Shazia have choreographed the graceful moves for 'Tu Mil Jaaye. The Siddharth Anand's directorial has been jointly backed by Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures. With Shah Rukh leading the cast, 'King' also includes Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Abhay Verma, and Arshad Warsi in crucial roles, along with others. 'King' is scheduled for a theatrical release on December 24th this year.

Mumbai airport standoff: Airlines challenge Adanis proposed 5 million passenger capacity cut

AOC-Mumbai has sought the aviation ministry's intervention over a proposed 5-million-passenger capacity cut and the relocation of international flights to Navi Mumbai, as foreign carriers resist the move.

Mumbai man arrested in Rs 13.96-crore RTGS fraud

The fraud involved tampering with the Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) transaction process, through which unauthorised payment messages were allegedly transmitted from secure banking communication channels into the RBI's payment processing system

Mumbai eateries face FDA action over hygiene lapses; licences suspended

The FDA seized more than 3.53 lakh kg of food articles worth Rs 9.01 crore from 114 establishments across the state, an official statement said on Monday

SRK greets fans from a distance on his 61st birthday

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 2 (IANS) Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan greeted his fans outside his bungalow, Mannat in the Bandra area of Mumbai on his 61st Birthday. The actor, who donned a white t-shirt and paired it with denims, greets his fans outside his house every year on his birthday, and breaks into his iconic pose with his arm stretched soaking in the love from his fans. However, what makes this year different is the actors proximity to the crowd. While earlier the actor showed up next to the gate of his bungalow, this year, he chose to stay comparatively far from the crowd given the law and order situation in the city with gun attacks on high-profile becoming common. Recently, actor Tiger Shroff became a victim of a gun attack. 3 motorcycle-borne men opened fire at Tiger Shroff's car in the Juhu area of Mumbai on October 19. While the 'Baaghi' was reported to be safe, his driver has been injured. Within hours of the incident, the Lawrence Bishnoi gang shared a post on social media, taking responsibility for the attack. The Mumbai Police informed that they have formed 15 special teams to investigate the firing incident. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also called the Mumbai Police Commissioner to inquire about the incident. The CM has directed the Police Commissioner to immediately investigate the matter and take strict action against those responsible. SRKs fellow superstar Salman Khan is the prime target for the Lawrence Bishnoi with the black buck case being the reason behind long-standing enmity between the 2 parties.

Charges Framed Against Mayor Ritu Tawde

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde and six others have been formally charged by a court in connection with a 2016 assault case. The incident involved an alleged altercation and assault on school teachers at a civic-run Urdu Medium school over a teacher's transfer. Tawde had previously faced fines for non-appearance in court.

Shah Rukh Khan tips his cap to fans at Mannat on 61st birthday

Mumbai: For Shah Rukh Khan fans, November 2 comes with a familiar wait outside Mannat. This year, as the superstar turned 61, those who gathered outside his Bandra home got the glimpse they had come for. SRK appeared at the railing in a white T-shirt, looked down at the fans below and raised his black Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Mumbai activist raises Gaza, minority rights at UNHRC in Geneva

Mumbai:Human rights cannot have double standards, Dr Faizan Ahmed Azizi, founder and president of the Mumbai-based Human Social Care Foundation (HSCF), told the 63rd session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. At the session, held from September 7 to October 7, Dr Azizi took part in discussions and presented oral and written views 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 .

SpiceJet Passengers Asked To Get Off Aircraft After Last-Minute Cancellation, Sparks Row | Watch

A SpiceJet flight scheduled to travel from Mumbai to Gorakhpur was cancelled shortly before its planned departure on Sunday, November 1, 2026, leaving passengers confused and upset at the airport. Videos shared on social media showed people shouting, children crying and

DOMS Industries Q2 profit falls 36 pc to Rs 37.2 crore

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 2 (IANS) DOMS Industries Limited, one of India's leading stationery and art material manufacturers, on Monday reported a 36.2 per cent decline in profit for the quarter ended September 2026 (Q2 FY27), as margin pressure weighed on earnings despite healthy growth in revenue. The company posted a net profit of Rs 37.2 crore in the second quarter, down 36.2 per cent from Rs 58.3 crore in the corresponding period last financial year (Q2 FY26), according to its stock exchange filing. Revenue from operations rose 17.6 per cent year-on-year to Rs 668 crore, compared with Rs 568 crore in the year-ago quarter. Operating performance, however, remained under pressure during the quarter. Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) declined 16.2 per cent to Rs 83 crore from Rs 99 crore a year earlier. As a result, EBITDA margin contracted sharply by 500 basis points to 12.4 per cent from 17.4 per cent in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal, as per its regulatory filing. Headquartered in Umbergaon, Gujarat, DOMS Industries is among India's prominent manufacturers and distributors of scholastic stationery, art materials and office supplies. The company markets its products under the flagship DOMS brand and several other brands including C3, Amariz, FixyFix and ClapJoy. Founded in 1976 as R.R. Industries by Rasiklal Raveshia and Mansukhlal Rajani, the company launched the DOMS brand in the mid-2000s and has since expanded its presence across India and international markets. A key milestone in the company's growth journey came in 2012 when it entered into a strategic partnership with Italy-based stationery major F.I.L.A. Group, which holds a significant stake in the company and supports its international expansion efforts. DOMS offers a portfolio of more than 4,500 products, including pencils, crayons, oil pastels, colour pencils, sketch pens, geometry boxes, notebooks and writing instruments. The company operates large-scale manufacturing facilities in Gujarat, distributes products across the country and exports to more than 55 countries. The company is regarded as one of the leading branded stationery players in India, with a strong presence in categories such as pencils and mathematical instrument boxes, and is listed on both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the BSE.

Ranji Trophy: Late strikes help Railways keep Mumbai in check on day one

The home team claims three wickets in the final session to reduce the heavyweight to 247 for six at close; Raghuvanshi and Safrfaraz score half-centuries

SRK's birthday tradition continues! Actor greets sea of fans outside Mannat

Shah Rukh Khan celebrated his 61st birthday with a special appearance outside his Mumbai residence, Mannat. A massive crowd of fans gathered outside the superstar's home to catch a glimpse of him as he stepped out to greet them, making the occasion even more memorable.