Mumbai weather update: Partly cloudy skies forecast, no rain recorded
The average rainfall recorded between 8 am on October 1 and 8 am on October 2 was 0.00 mm in the city, eastern suburbs and western suburbs
Raigad tragedy: Eight students bodies sent to Alandi after procedures
The students were from Winners Academy, a private coaching institute based in Alandi, Pune district. The group had travelled to Diveagar in Raigad district for a picnic when the tragedy occurred on Thursday
Florence Pugh calls East of Eden one of her most vulnerable performances
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 2 (IANS) Hollywood actress Florence Pugh has described her latest series East of Eden as a deeply personal project, saying that she had been working on the adaptation for six years and calling the role one of her most vulnerable performances to date. Pugh took to Instagram, where she shared a string of images from the making of East Of Eden. She wrote: Hello everyone.. East of Eden is finally here and able to watch on your TVs. This one is a big one for me. Ive been working on this project for 6 years, I signed on early 2020 and today its been released for all of you to enjoy/consume/devour.. however you like to watch things. Hah. The actress mentioned: Not only can I believe how much life has happened in that time, but just how much this role required for me to evolve. The show has had some of the most talented people working on it, I still watch it marvelling at the craftsmanship across the screen. Pugh thanked her extraordinary crew. To our extraordinary crew, what a piece of art you created. Thank you. I hope you get to sit and watch it with friends and family and you get to have the smuggest grin on your face every time those credits roll. She went on to profess love for the international location New Zealand. She said: New Zealand, Im so so in love with you. I will sing your praises forever and ever. What a true honour it was to film there, thank you for your landscapes, food, people, history, love. You have so much love! To my darling Cathy, thank you for making me a better actor. Playing you required me to dig deeper and it demanded every single cell of my body to focus on only you. And for that, Im so proud as its made one of my most vulnerable performances and experiences to date. She credited filmmaker and actor Zoe Kazan for helping her deliver one of her most vulnerable performances to date, as she reflected on her experience of working on their latest project. Zoe Kazan has poured her heart and soul into this project, I wouldnt have been able to do any of this without her. She was my protector, my work wife, my cheerleader, my confidence. She created something so epic we all wanted to work on it. And I think thats a pretty fucking cool skill. Enjoy East of Eden, out now on Netflix. #eastofeden Jacinta Scott took that beautiful B&W on the second slide btw!.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 2 (IANS) Salman Khan's nephew Arhaan Khan took a trip down memory lane as he shared a series of throwback pictures from his childhood. He gave fans a glimpse into his growing-up years with his cousin Nirvaan Khan, Ayaan Agnihotri and uncle Salman Khan. Arhaan, son of Malaika Arora and actor-filmmaker Arbaaz Khan, shared the pictures on his social media account in a carousel that appeared to capture some of his favourite childhood memories. The post was captioned, pov : youre a pokmon inside a pokeball, with the pictures reflecting his fascination with the popular Japanese franchise. One of the pictures shows young Arhaan posing alongside his cousin Nirvaan. Another throwback captures the two cousins with their uncle Salman Khan on a football field. Salman can be seen sitting on the grass with the boys, wearing a black football jersey bearing his name and the number 10. Arhaan and Nirvaan are seen wearing matching team jerseys, with their names and numbers printed on the back. The carousel also includes a childhood picture of Arhaan and Nirvaan sitting together, with the cousins looking adorable in their younger days. Another photograph shows a young Arhaan engrossed in a game on a Nintendo device, further explaining the Pokemon-themed caption. Keeping the nostalgia going, Arhaan also shared a colourful hand-drawn Pokemon artwork featuring popular characters including Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Squirtle and Charmander. The post prompted an affectionate reaction from his family with Malaika Arora, Arhaan's mother, singling out the second picture and commented, 2 nd pic. She also jokingly addressed another childhood memory, writing, @iamarhaankhan wat have u done to my Casper ? Seema Sajdeh, who is Nirvaan's mother, also reacted to the nostalgic collection, commenting, My boys. For the uninitiated, Arhaan and Nirvaan have grown up sharing a close bond as cousins. Nirvaan is the son of Sohail Khan and Seema Sajdeh, while Arhaan is the son of Arbaaz Khan and Malaika Arora.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 2 (IANS) Actress Raveena Tandon showered praise on Aafiya Sayed as she marked her entry into films with Prem Keetanu, calling herself the proudest Maasi after watching her niece on screen. The actress took to Instagram to congratulate Aafiya, applauding her dedication and determination in overcoming obstacles while staying focused on her goal. Congratulations @aafiyasayed_ . Love blessings and everything that your heart desires should be fulfilled. I have seen you work hard dedicatedly towards your goal. Obstacles in your way , but never losing focus . Alone, Standing strong, Raveena wrote in the caption. She went on to write: Braving it all for that one opportunity towards the winning post. Today seeing you in your full glory on the screen has made me the proudest Maasi of all. Love you beta and may Eeshwar bestow upon you all the blessings and more. With all our love, Welcome to the movies ,you are here to conquer . #premkeetanu playing at your nearest theatre. #funfilm, Raveena stated. Raveena also praised the performances of Veer Pahariya, Aparshakti Khurana and Nikhil Isht. Excellent performances. @veerpahariya you are too good! @aparshakti_khurana wickedly fantastic. @nickhilist you are too cute and funnyyyyyy! Congratulations. Directed by Apoorv Singh Karki, Prem Keetanu follows a group of college friends navigate heartbreak, family expectations, career challenges and growing up. This comedy-drama follows their journey as they search for love, purpose and success. Talking about Raveena, she was last seen on screen in Ahmed Khans comedy film titled Welcome To The Jungle. The film has a huge star cast including names such as Jackie Shroff, Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Disha Patani, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez, Shreyas Talpade, Aftab Shivdasani, Mika Singh, Mukesh Tiwari, Zakir Hussain, Yashpal Sharma, Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Tusshar Kapoor, and Sayaji Shinde. It is loosely based on the 2005 American film The Producers as well as the 2008 American film Tropic Thunder.
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Massive Protests Against Poll Body Chief Planned In Delhi, Mumbai Today
While the CJP will hold a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in Mumbai, a student body will stage demonstrations in Delhi.
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) Delhi Police on Friday imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) across the New Delhi district ahead of a proposed protest at Jantar Mantar against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, officials said. Security heightened at Jantar Mantar, with police personnel and water cannons deployed at the site. The order restricts gatherings of five or more people, processions, demonstrations, picketing and dharnas without prior written permission from the authorities. The restrictions also prohibit the carrying of firearms, weapons, lathis, sticks, swords, brickbats and other potentially dangerous objects. Raising slogans and delivering speeches as part of unauthorised gatherings have also been barred. DCP Sachin Sharma said Section 163 of the BNSS is currently in force in the district and appealed to people to comply with the restrictions. Speaking to reporters, DCP Sharma said, Section 163 is in force in New Delhi. I would like to inform everyone that any kind of unauthorised sit-in or protest is not allowed here. Please follow the law, act lawfully and cooperate with the police. Meanwhile, Delhi Metro services have also been affected in view of the proposed mobilisation. Entry and exit at several metro stations will remain closed until further notice, while interchange facilities will continue to be available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, New Delhi and Central Secretariat stations. The stations listed for closure of entry and exit include Janpath, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat, Rajiv Chowk, Seva Teerth, Mandi House, Lok Kalyan Marg, INA, Chawri Bazar, Ramakrishna Ashram Marg and New Delhi. Meanwhile, several student and youth organisations have announced a protest at Jantar Mantar, coinciding with Gandhi Jayanti, seeking the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The groups have raised concerns over the functioning of the Election Commission and its handling of electoral rolls. The proposed mobilisation has been announced by the All India Students' Association (AISA), Students' Federation of India (SFI), and Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI). Delhi Police have not granted permission for the proposed march. Despite this, the organisations have indicated that they intend to proceed with the mobilisation. A member of one of the organisations said around 1,500 people are expected to participate. The proposed protest comes amid broader criticism from activists and student groups over the Election Commission's handling of electoral rolls and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. Separately, Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement, has announced a Jail Bharo Andolan at Mumbai's Shivaji Park on October 2 at 4 p.m. Dipke had earlier claimed that Mumbai Police had denied permission for the group's proposed protest against CEC Kumar. He subsequently announced that the organisation would hold the mobilisation on Gandhi Jayanti. Mumbai Police, however, said it was not empowered to grant permission for a gathering at Shivaji Park in view of a 2013 Bombay High Court order. Police also stated that the area falls within a designated silence zone.
MMRDA launches Rehabilitation & Resettlement system, 94 PAPs received possession letters
With this system in place, Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority aims to bring manual records onto a structured, technology-enabled and integrated digital system
PM E-DRIVE scheme enables 26.59 lakh EV sales, helps expand charging infra
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) The PM E-DRIVE scheme, launched in September 2024, has enabled 26.59 lakh EV sales (as of June 2026), accelerating EV adoption, expanding charging infrastructure and strengthening the domestic manufacturing ecosystem, according to an official statement. With an outlay of Rs 11,900 crore and implementation extended until March 2028, the scheme supports multiple EV categories and infrastructure. It supports incentives for 28.30 lakh EVs, and also supports e-buses, charging stations and testing facilities, advancing cleaner, sustainable mobility across India, said the government factsheet. About Rs 4,391 crore has been allocated for the deployment of 14,028 e-buses under the PM E-DRIVE scheme. Of these, 14,000 e-buses have been allocated (as of August 2026). About 13,800 e-buses have been allocated to seven cities Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Surat. Grant support is also available for EV public charging stations (EV PCS) and upgradation of testing agencies. Nearly Rs 2,000 crore has been earmarked for nationwide EV PCS across India. Rs 851 crore has been approved for deployment of 8,147 chargers to three oil marketing companies and 10 states (as of September 28, 2026). Moreover, Rs 780 crore has been allocated for modernisation and upgradation of vehicle testing agencies. Electric mobility is gathering pace, driven by targeted policies, financial incentives and supportive measures. The scheme provides demand incentives and infrastructure support across various vehicle categories and associated components. The categories covered include e-2 Wheelers (e-2Ws), e-3 Wheelers (e-3Ws), including registered e-rickshaws and e-carts and L5, e-Ambulances, e-Trucks, e-Buses, charging infra, and upgradation of testing agencies. Registered e-2Ws receive an incentive of Rs 2,500/kWh (capped at Rs 5,000 per vehicle). This applies to vehicles priced up to Rs 1.5 lakh ex-factory, with a total fund allocation of Rs 2,767 crore. The scheme aims to support 45.79+ lakh registered e-2Ws. Target sales for the sub-component registered e-3W (L5) have been achieved, and the segment was closed on December 26, 2025. Support for e-3Ws (e-rickshaws and e-carts) continues until March 2028, said the factsheet.
Ram temple staff to undergo 100 per cent police verification, character checks
Trust member Dinendra Das on Thursday said the decisions taken by the Trust would be acceptable to all those associated with the temple
Indian equity markets remain closed on Gandhi Jayanti
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 2 (IANS) Indian equity markets remain closed on Friday on account of Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti. However, trading will remain suspended across segments, including equity, derivatives and securities lending and borrowing (SLB) on both the exchanges -- BSE and the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The closure comes ahead of the weekend, meaning there will be no trading activity on the domestic stock exchanges for three consecutive days -- Friday, including regular market holidays like Saturday and Sunday. In addition, trading on the BSE and NSE will resume on Monday, October 5. According to the official market holiday calendar, October has two trading holidays -- October 2 for Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti and October 20 for Dussehra. The remaining scheduled market holidays in 2026 are Diwali-Balipratipada on November 10, Prakash Gurpurb on November 24 and Christmas on December 25. Moreover, the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) also remain closed in both its morning and evening sessions. On Thursday, the equity benchmarks ended lower for the fourth consecutive session in this week amid continued foreign fund outflows, elevated bond yields and a fresh rise in crude oil prices. Sensex ended 570.59 points or 0.79 per cent lower to close at 71,909.70. However, during the session, the headline index fell as much as 1,187.41 points or 1.63 per cent to 71,292.88. Similarly, Nifty settled 198.50 points or 0.88 per cent lower at 22,421.95. According to market experts, overall bias remains negative but the sharply oversold RSI suggested that the market is entering a zone where a technical rebound can emerge. The ability to sustain above the breached April 2025 swing-low region will be important for stabilisation, while continued weakness below this area could keep the broader downtrend intact, according to them. They further noted that any recovery at this stage is likely to be closely watched for signs of sustained buying rather than just a short-term bounce.
Maharashtra launches Invest Maharashtra platform with Rs 8.57 lakh crore MoUs
The platform is intended to serve as a single point for investment promotion and facilitation, with the state government saying it will coordinate requirements related to land, power, infrastructure, approvals and skilled manpower for proposed projects
PM Modi has good ideas for ending Ukraine war, says Russian President Putin
Putin expressed gratitude to Modi for his efforts and continued support for resolving the conflict through dialogue
US President Donald Trump warns Iran over Flydubai attack
Trump did not provide evidence of an Iranian connection and stressed that the matter was still being examined
Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper: India's second sleeper train to start this month
'Drishyam 3' star Ajay's Mumbai home, Shivshakti, a sprawling Juhu bungalow
Delhi Police imposes Section 163 ahead of October 2 protest
The order prohibits public meetings or assemblies of five or more people, processions, demonstrations, picketing and dharnas without prior written permission. It also bars shouting slogans or making speeches and carrying firearms, banners, placards, lathis, swords, sticks, brickbats or similar articles without permission
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer: India-US trade deal in 'short strokes'
But the US trade representative cautioned against expectations of an immediate announcement
Mumbai CNG price rises 1/kg to 89, fifth hike in six months
It is likely to affect around 12.93 lakh vehicles across the MMR. With an increase in the price of CNG, commuters may have to bear the impact, as transportation expenses could rise
SC refuses relief to Mamata-led TMC faction over four frozen bank accounts
The top court noted that the Election Commission has frozen the symbol and therefore the larger issue as to who is entitled to the amount is pending adjudication
Three more investigations added to NASA Moon Base
Delivered via Commercial Lunar Payload Services, they will measure seismic activity, assess lava tubes, and map ice resources
Memory decline may start much earlier than once thought, study finds
Studying participants aged 18 to 74, researchers found that hippocampal function begins declining in a persons 50s
'Broken, corrupt system is eating up lives': CJP to begin 'Jail Bharo Aandolan' from Mumbai today
Cockroach Janta Party plans to initiate a nationwide protest starting in Mumbai demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The movement aims to highlight the perceived undermining of the electoral process and the right to vote. Party spokespersons emphasize the necessity of ensuring a level playing field for the youth of India. They anticipate a peaceful protest while expecting full cooperation from the Mumbai Police.
Jharkhand: 83 kg ganja seized from ambulance; four arrested in Simdega district
An ambulance allegedly tried to flee after spotting the police but was intercepted
Study: Time-restricted eating aids weight loss and improve eating habits
Participants following a 10-hour eating window lost a median of 2.7 per cent of their body weight over 12 weeks, comparable to those on a 16-hour schedule
Samruddhi Highway accident: Five killed, 21 injured in Amravati
A senior police official told PTI the accident occurred on Channel 97 of the Samruddhi Expressway near the Dhamangaon railway in Amravati district at 12.45 am
Iran receives US response to proposal to end seven-month war, officials confirm
The response follows negotiations and discussions with Qatari and Pakistani mediators conducted alongside the UN General Assembly in New York
Today is Gandhijis birthday. And to honour him and all the women of India, we should start a non-cooperation movement. Men, we wont be doing anything for you anymore
CJP's 'Jail Bharo Andolan' In Mumbai Today: Politicians And Public Figures Backing It
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has announced a Mumbai protest seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over alleged electoral irregularities. The group also demands changes to SIR, electoral rolls and the...
CJPs Abhijeet Dipke to hold Shivaji Park protest despite denial of permission
Founder Abhijeet Dipke demands CEC resignation, voter roll probe, SIR freeze, and independent election commissioners appointment mechanism
Mumbai airport mosque row: MMRDA hearing scheduled for October 5
In a post on X, Somaiya said the Airport Authority of India (AAI) and Mumbai International Airport Ltd (MIAL) had informed the authorities that the land was government-owned and that no permission had been granted to Mohammad Sarwar or others for the construction
AAP leaders Atishi and Sanjay Singh have appealed to people to join a proposed October 2 protest at Delhis Jantar Mantar over the Election Commissions functioning and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Delhi Police had not granted permission for the gathering and tightened security around the area. A parallel protest has also been announced in Mumbai.
Mumbai: CJP to hold Shivaji Park protest despite permission denial
Shivaji Park residents, fed up of the continuing noise pollution in the area, demand details on park use; urge state, BMC, and police to take immediate action against Fridays protesters
Very big potential for economic cooperation with India: Vladimir Putin
Putin said Russia had already piloted commercial shipping operations involving vessels from China and South Korea and was discussing similar cooperation with India
Mumbai court grants bail to four Gujarat men in mule account case
Quartet in jail since their arrest in August secure release after Mumbai court finds no evidence of their involvement in cyber frauds and online betting cases
IITs bars 22 companies from placements for revoking job offers
Navi Mumbai delivery agent held in chain-snatching cases
Cops pull accused off scooter after he tries to flee during interception, recover eight stolen gold chains, mangalsutras from him
Mumbai set for warmer October as temperatures rise 2-3 degrees Celsius
After the rainy season, Mumbai heads into a warmer October as temperatures could climb 2-3 degrees Celsius over the weekend and touch 35 degrees Celsius-plus
Eight Pune students drown at Diveagar beach during educational trip
Victims from Alandi were on an educational trip organised by Winners Academy for Std XI-XII science students
Maharashtra SIR leaves 2.06 crore names out of draft electoral roll
Four assembly constituencies see 40 per cent or more of their pre-SIR voter base not included in the draft; 1.22 crore more voters remain under scrutiny
Maharashtra FDA suspends 30 food licences over hygiene breaches
Officials seize substandard food items worth Rs 16.22 lakh, Rs 67.67 lakh in banned gutkha and paan masala in recent three-day drive, while arresting 18 people
Mahhi Vij breaks down recalling childhood humiliation by family over her fathers financial status
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 2 (IANS) Bigg Boss 20 contestant Mahhi Vij got emotional while opening up to fellow contestant Aman Gandhi about her concerns surrounding the kitchen. During the recent episode, Mahhi clarified that she did not have a personal problem with Mary Kom but said that what bothered her was the way she perceived bias in the kitchen. While speaking to Aman, Mahhi Vij connected the situation to memories from her childhood and revealed that coming from a lower middle-class family had shaped the way she experienced such incidents. She said, Mujhe aise koi problem nahi hai Mary ji se, but the way she is biased in the kitchen, that is not nice. I start getting reminded of my childhood, which hurts me. Main lower middle class family se hoon. Hum childhood mein kabhi restaurant nahi gaye. Hum restaurant relatives ke saath gaye the. Meri behen ne bola, corn soup peena hai, toh relative ne bola, tere baap de raha hai paise? Aur main aaj bhi unke bachchon ke saath achhe se behave karti hoon. Aur pata hai tereko, aaj sabse zyada successful main hoon. (I don't have any problem with Mary ji, but the way she is biased in the kitchen is not nice. I start getting reminded of my childhood, and that hurts me. I come from a lower middle-class family. We never went to restaurants during our childhood. We went to restaurants with relatives. My sister said that she wanted to have corn soup, and a relative said, Is your father paying for it? And even today, I behave nicely with their children. And you know what, today I am the most successful among them) Mahhi, explaining her discomfort calling it as bias in the kitchen and politics around it, recalled how her family's financial circumstances had once made her feel conscious in social settings. She also pointed out that despite the hurtful experience from her childhood, she continues to maintain a cordial relationship with the relative's children.
Mumbai: BMC to set up rainwater systems at five sites in Mulund, Ghatkopar
BMCs five-site pilot in Mulund and Ghatkopar aims to capture monsoon rain on civic properties and recharge groundwater instead of letting it run off
Mumbai: Chembur residents stop food orders after rider drinks urine in lift
Delivery rider who urinated in Chembur society lift is sacked, but residents say legal action should have been taken
Outside hero pilot Smit Machchhar's Mumbai home, crowds, chants & tiranga
Oil prices surged on Thursday after a report said the US was sending a third aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East, raising concerns over potential disruptions to crude supplies.
Stock markets down for 4th day; Sensex hits 52-week low
Mumbai, Oct 1: Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended losses for the fourth straight session on Thursday as heavy FII selling, high bond yields and a fresh spike in crude oil prices weighed on investor sentiment. The BSE Sensex dropped 570.59 points, or 0.79 per cent, to settle at 71,909.70. The 30-share benchmark shed []
Rupee slumps 37 paise to close at 96.31 against USD
Mumbai, Oct 1: The rupee slumped below the psychologically important 96 per dollar mark on Thursday to close at 96.25 against the US dollar, the lowest level in more than two months, on risk aversion in global markets amid surging global bond yields and selling pressure from foreign investors. Forex traders said the rupee is []
Horoscope today, October 2: Check astrological predictions for all zodiac signs
Wondering what's in store for you today? Well, we've got you covered. Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Cancer, Leo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius
The world's Smit-ten: PM to Trump, praise pours in for braveheart pilot
'Bindass Mumbai boy, go-to guy at flying school'
Akasa resumes daily Mumbai flights from Prayagraj ahead of festive rush
Speedy recovery of 'global hero' pilot is Mumbai neighbourhood's main concern
Neighbours in Mumbais Chembur have rallied around Flydubai pilot Captain Smit Machchhar after reports that he fought back against an alleged cockpit attack during a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. As his parents travelled to Saudi Arabia, residents recalled Machchhars Mumbai upbringing, aviation journey and years as a SpiceJet pilot.
Made for Love: Hinge Introduces a More Intentional Way to Find Love in India
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1: Hinge, the app designed to be deleted, today announced an updated experience in India for singles looking for love on their own terms with more clarity, and confidence. Hinge is introducing and bringing together features designed to create more trust from the first step, including a phased waitlist for new members, Face Check for verification, Screenshot Protection of profiles and Block List for contacts.
Indias city hotels find a new growth engine in weekend getaways
Weekend demand at city hotels in India is improving, driven by rising staycations and increased domestic travel. Occupancy levels have significantly increased in 2026, with Mumbai and New Delhi recording substantial gains. Major hotel chains like Radisson and Ibis report favorable trends in occupancy rates and average daily rates. This shift in consumer behavior marks a notable change in the hospitality landscape post-Covid-19.
Trio assault cabby on Pune-Mumbai expressway, flee with cellphone & cab
Demand for road widening in Kothrud to ease traffic snarls near MumbaiBengaluru highway link
CEC Gyanesh Kumar must resign, says Dipke; warns of countrywide protests
Mumbai, Oct 1:Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Thursday sought the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, and warned of launching protests across the country followed by a stir at Jantar Mantar in Delhi from October end if he did not step down. Dipke also said that the CJP would not [] The post CEC Gyanesh Kumar must resign, says Dipke; warns of countrywide protests first appeared on Highland Post .
Mumbai court raps police for shoddy probe in murder case, gives bail
6 Bangladeshi nationals arrested for illegal stay in Mumbai
CJP's Mumbai protest tomorrow: Besides CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation, what are their other demands
The CJP plans an October 2 Mumbai protest seeking Gyanesh Kumar's resignation, criminal proceedings, a freeze on SIR and repeal of the 2023 law governing the Election Commission. Mumbai Police denied permission for Shivaji Park, while the party said it would proceed.
Lalbaugcha Raja auction nets Rs 3.2 crore, seasons total earning Rs 9.3 crore
State govt launches Invest Maharashtra with Rs 8.5 lakh crore MoUs, promise of 2.9 lakh jobs
Mumbai loses 34% water to leakage, theft; BMC eyes 400 million litres per day recovery
Canada wants to help build India: Trade Minister Sidhu
Digital Desk | Milwaukee, Oct 1 (IANS) Canada wants to help build India as its economy expands, with energy, critical minerals and aerospace emerging as major areas for deeper economic cooperation between the two countries, Canadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu said Thursday. Sidhu said India's growing energy requirements and its efforts to diversify supply chains offered significant opportunities for Canada. India is growing at 7 per cent year over year. India requires 70 per cent more energy by 2035. We have that energy in Canada, Sidhu told reporters on the sidelines of the G20 Trade Ministers Meeting in Milwaukee. The Canadian minister said his country was expanding its liquefied natural gas capacity and expected to emerge as one of the world's leading LNG exporters. We have over a handful of LNG projects in various phases of development. Meaning within the next five years, we'll be a top five exporter of LNG, he said. But Sidhu said the potential economic partnership went well beyond energy. It's about critical minerals with India; it's about aerospace. So as India builds, Canada wants to be there to help build India as well, he said. Sidhu visited India about 10 days ago and met Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal in Mumbai. The two countries are currently negotiating a trade agreement, with the fifth round of negotiations scheduled to begin in Ottawa on Monday. The minister was careful not to disclose details of the negotiations. Well, negotiations are ongoing, so I'll be very careful how far I go. I think it's very clear that we don't negotiate through media, he said. But he identified areas where Canada believes the two economies can work together. It's about collaboration. It's about cooperation. Where can we help India? Sidhu said. Critical minerals could become a particularly important part of that partnership as India expands its automobile industry and seeks to strengthen supply chains for electric vehicles and batteries. India's looking to diversify some of the supply chains if you look at critical minerals, Sidhu said. India has a growing auto sector and for EVs and batteries, Canada is the only country in the Western hemisphere that has every single element to make an electric battery. And so there is something that we can add. Sidhu also pointed to investment flows between the two countries. He said a recent investment summit in Toronto attracted Indian investors and about 100 asset managers managing roughly USD 130 trillion in assets. The event generated about USD 500 billion in commitments, according to the minister. So we have a lot of projects that we can work on together, Sidhu said. So energy, critical minerals, aerospace and others. He also said Canada wanted Indian companies to invest in Canadian mining and energy projects. We also welcome Indian investors in Canada to invest in our mining projects, to invest in our energy projects, so we can grow together, he said. The relationship, Sidhu said, should extend beyond the movement of goods. And so part of that is, yes, it's trade, but it's investments and beyond that in terms of research and collaboration as well, he said. India and Canada have been rebuilding their economic engagement alongside renewed high-level political contacts. Trade negotiations have gathered pace as both countries look to expand market access and strengthen investment ties.
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Maha govt unveils Invest Maharashtra brand, signs 66 MoUs worth Rs 8.58 lakh crore
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 1 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday launched the Invest Maharashtra brand initiative with the tagline Made for Business, unveiling a proposed investment portfolio of 66 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth more than $92.19 billion, or approximately Rs 8.58 lakh crore. The proposed investments are estimated to generate more than three lakh direct and indirect jobs. Addressing global investors, industry leaders and state officials, Chief Minister Fadnavis said the initiative aims to connect enterprise with grassroots development and create opportunities for young engineers, local suppliers and farming communities across the state. The newly unveiled logo merges the i of investment with the M of Maharashtra, symbolising a partnership between enterprise and government. Under the Made for Business positioning, the administration has promised single-window accountability, time-bound approvals and proactive dispute resolution. The 66 MoUs worth $92.19 billion target high-growth sectors, including semiconductors, data centres, renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, aerospace, defence, healthcare and agro-processing. Aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision for economic growth, the initiative is designed to help Maharashtra achieve its target of becoming a $1 trillion economy by 2030, Chief Minister Fadnavis said. A key focus of the initiative is to ensure that industrial opportunities extend beyond traditional metropolitan centres such as Mumbai and Pune. The proposed projects span regions including Chandrapur, Wardha, Nagpur, Gondia, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Jalna in Vidarbha and Marathwada, as well as Nashik, Jalgaon, Nandurbar, Ratnagiri, Palghar and the broader Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). To support these investments, the state government outlined plans for dedicated hubs such as an Education City, a Medicity, and an AI and Innovation City, aimed at linking industrial growth with talent development and research ecosystems. Setting expectations for the administration, Chief Minister Fadnavis directed the Invest Maharashtra team to take direct ownership of projects, monitor progress continuously, and address regulatory bottlenecks early. A timely decision can advance a factory. A resolved bottleneck can unlock employment. A clear answer can give an entrepreneur the confidence to expand, he said. The Chief Minister also appealed to industry leaders to support communities in agrarian regions facing rainfall deficits through contributions to the Chief Ministers Relief Fund. He urged technology and manufacturing companies to apply their engineering expertise to water conservation, efficient irrigation and wastewater recycling to strengthen resilience in rural Maharashtra. Chief Minister Fadnavis also highlighted Maharashtras investor-friendly ecosystem and ongoing development initiatives. Principal Secretary, Industries Department, P. Anbalagan highlighted Maharashtras strategy to attract global investments, launch innovation hubs and maintain leadership in technology and industry.
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