Slikk eyes 100 crore monthly GMV in Bengaluru, plans Delhi, Mumbai expansion
The Bengaluru-based company currently operates six dark stores in the city and plans to add another four over the next two months
Ganeshotsav 2026: How the changing skyline has created a void in South Mumbai
In Girgaon, Kalbadevi, Bhuleshwar, and parts of Byculla, Ganpati celebrations once spilled out of chawls and into narrow lanes. Doors remained open, children moved freely between homes, and the local mandals were often the meeting point for an entire neighbourhood
Police seize banned gutkha, flavoured supari worth Rs 1.18 crore in Bhandup
Bhandup Police seized banned gutkha and flavoured supari worth Rs 1.18 crore during a raid in Nahur early Saturday. Nine people were detained and five vehicles allegedly used to transport the prohibited products were seized, police said
Jarange to begin Maratha quota hunger strike in Mumbai from Sep 19
The proposed protest comes at a particularly sensitive time for Mumbai, with the city in the middle of Ganeshotsav, which will be celebrated from September 14 to 25
95-year-old Indian film with highest number of songs ever
Mumbai: Imagine watching a film where the story keeps moving from one song to another, with 72 songs packed into a single movie. Sounds almost impossible today, right? But nearly a century ago, an Indian film did exactly that. Long before Bollywood became known for its elaborate song-and-dance sequences, Indrasabha, released in 1932, made history 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 .
Sena (UBT) likens Donald Trumps USD 5,000 pledge to Indias freebie politics
In an editorial published in the party mouthpiece Saamana on Saturday, the Uddhav Thackeray-led party alleged that the growing reliance on publicly funded handouts for electoral purposes was weakening democratic institutions and undermining public accountability
Mumbai Metro services extended till 12.30 am from September 14 to 25
Under the special schedule, the last Metro from Andheri West and Dahisar East on Line 2A, Gundavali and Kashigaon on Lines 7 and 9, and Maharashtra Nagar-Mandale and Chembur on Line 2B will depart at 12.30 am, instead of the usual 11 pm
Vijay Mallya alleges CBI, ED targeted him with false and fabricated charges
Mallya questioned the investigations into loans taken by Kingfisher Airlines and argued that banks had approved the loans through their established decision-making processes
Soha Ali Khan shares why she keeps missing her 10k steps goal: After 2,467 obstacles, I give up
Soha Ali Khan has once again used social media to highlight the difficulties of navigating Mumbais roads and sidewalks. The actor, who is known for maintaining a regular fitness routine, recently shared a light-hearted video explaining why completing her daily target of 10,000 steps is not always as easy as it sounds. In the video shared on Thursday, Soha can be seen stepping out with the intention of finishing her daily walking goal. However, her attempt soon turns into a series of unexpected obstacles. As she makes her way along the road, she comes across animal poop on the sidewalk, a broken manhole cover, roadwork, a large crane and a man sleeping on the pavement. She also appears to point out situations where pedestrians may have to wait or carefully navigate the area to avoid accidents. After encountering several such hurdles, Soha eventually decides to abandon her walking plan and try again the following day. Sharing the clip on social media, she wrote, I really try to get in my 10k steps every day but after 2,467 obstacles, I give up. While the post was presented with humour, it also drew attention to the everyday challenges faced by pedestrians in the city. This is not the first time Soha has spoken about the condition of Mumbais roads and public spaces. Earlier in February, the Rang De Basanti actor had shared a video showing a damaged sidewalk near her neighbourhood. She pointed out the potential danger posed by the broken section, especially for pedestrians who could accidentally fall into it. Along with the video, she wrote, Just a relaxing evening stroll navigating sidewalks that collapse into death traps. Before that, Soha had also raised concerns about ongoing road construction in Mumbais Bandra area. She shared a picture showing her daughter Inaaya carefully standing on a muddy and damaged stretch of road surrounded by barricades, debris and construction material. Through her social media posts, Soha has repeatedly highlighted pedestrian safety and the difficulties caused by damaged sidewalks and ongoing roadwork in Mumbai. Also Read : Soha Ali Khan reveals why she considered hiding her The Art of Seduction And Speak Easy books from daughter: Shes eight and she can read now, she might ask questions
Adani Electricity Offers Temporary Power Connections for Ganesh Pandals in Mumbai
Adani Electricity provides temporary power connections for Ganesh Pandals in Mumbai, ensuring reliable electricity during the festival. Adani Electricity Offers Temporary Power Connections for Ganesh Pandals in Mumbai
Drug-free MSRTC campaign launched in Maharashtra to ensure safe public transport
Pratap Sarnaik, who is also the chairman of the MSRTC, announced a personal donation of Rs 1 lakh towards the purchase of drug-testing equipment to screen MSRTC drivers and conductors
Balaghat Child Deaths: CJP Convenor Abhijit Dipke seeks accountability
CJP convenor Abhijit Dipke visited tribal villages in Balaghat to meet families affected by the deaths of more than 30 children allegedly due to infectious diseases. He demanded accountability, while the MP High Court has sought a response from the state government.
Fact check: Did SRK dance with hijabi fan in this viral video?
Mumbai: Shah Rukh Khan dancing with a hijabi fan, twirling her around and even lifting her in his arms? For a moment, the viral video looks like another unforgettable King Khan-fan interaction. Is that a real one? Fact check: SRKs viral dance with a fan When we did a little digging on internet, we found 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 .
NIA court in Jammu has issued a second non-bailable warrant against Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed for allegedly supplying weapons, funds and directions to terrorists in Kashmir.
BMCs womens self-help groups offer modaks with home delivery across city
The civic body is organising Modak Mahotsav 2026 to make modaks prepared by BMC-supported womens self-help groups available to citizens during the Ganeshotsav period
Konkanis, Malvanis Hindutva supporters, says BJP leader Ameet Satam in Mumbai
Satam was speaking at a programme held to flag off a special train from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus to Sawantwadi in Maharashtra's Konkan region for people travelling home for Ganpati celebrations
Maulana Yasoob Abbas meets Iranian President, seeks stronger India-Iran ties
Abbas welcomed Pezeshkian on behalf of the Shia community in India and said the Iranian Presidents visit provided an opportunity to strengthen mutual understanding and friendship between the people of the two countries
Xi Jinping in India for BRICS Summit, bilateral meeting with PM Modi expected
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit, his first India visit in nearly seven years. Xi is expected to meet PM Modi, with talks likely to focus on stabilising India-China ties, border peace, cooperation and managing differences.
Konkanis are Hindutva supporters, says Maharashtra BJP leader
Mumbai: BJP leader Ameet Satam on Saturday, September 12, said people from the Konkan region living in Mumbai, including Konkani and Malvani communities, support Hindutva. Satam was speaking at a programme to flag off a train from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus to Sawantwadi in Maharashtras Konkan region for Ganpati devotees, during which he thanked party 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 Police arrest two men wanted for nearly 30 years in separate cases
The two accused had remained wanted for about 29 and 30 years respectively. Police said the arrests followed a combination of local inquiries, verification of old records, information from sources and analysis of available technical information
PM Modi meets Abu Dhabi Crown Prince at BRICS Summit 2026
PM Modi and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, reviewing India-UAE cooperation in trade, energy, technology, investment and defence.
BRICS countries produce over 40 per cent of world GDP: Putin
Sometimes competition is taking some ugly forms. This ugly form is something we see even at the State level, at the government level.
Krystal Integrated Services bags Rs 7-cr order from Maha Mumbai Metro
Krystal Integrated Services has received a Letter of Commencement from Maha Mumbai Metro (M3) Operation Corporation for providing housekeeping, facade and internal roof cleaning services at Monorail stations under Package 4.
Ameesha Patel's staff member arrested over Rs 5 lakh theft at Mumbai residence
Ameesha Patel's staff member arrested over Rs 5 lakh theft at Mumbai residence
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas gave fans a glimpse of a precious mother-daughter moment as she twinned with her daughter Malti Marie in matching cherry-print outfits. Taking to her social media account, Priyanka shared a picture of herself lovingly embracing Malti, who had her arms wrapped around her mother. Both were seen dressed in exactly identical white outfits featuring a red cherry print. Sharing the picture, Priyanka wrote, Me and my Minnie me.. home is where the heart is.. The actor's post comes amid her busy international schedule. Priyanka recently was seen travelling to Paris for a brand work commitment. She also shared the spotlight with fellow Hollywood actress Jennifer Lawrence, with their candid interactions at the event making headlines. Despite her packed professional commitments, Priyanka frequently shares glimpses of her life with husband Nick Jonas and their daughter Malti Marie. The actor has previously spoken about how Malti enjoys trying different cuisines but ends up eating the same food as her parents, including Indian food and Korean barbecue. For the uninitiated, Malti Marie was born via surrogacy to Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas. The name is kept after the first names of both Priyanka and Nick's mothers. Priyanka has often spoken about how Malti Marie has brought immense joy and happiness into their lives. On the professional front, Priyanka Chopra is juggling between India and USA as she full fills her professional commitment and shoot of her upcoming movie, Varanasi. The movie helmed by ace filmmaker SS Rajamouli, also stars Mahesh Babu alongside Priyanka. The movie will mark come back to Indian cinema after many years as an actress.
Mouni Roy seeks blessings from Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, video viral
Mumbai: Mouni Roy had a major fangirl moment after meeting legendary Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan at Meet Bros Manmeet Singhs birthday celebration in Dubai. The actress shared glimpses from the starry evening on Instagram, where Rahat also treated the guests to a live performance. Overwhelmed after hearing him sing in person, Mouni described 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 .
SEBI proposes changes to derivatives settlement, CAS framework
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed changes to settlement methodology for derivatives contracts, market timings and recently introduced operational aspects of the Closing Auction Session (CAS), according to consultation paper issued on Saturday. The market watchdog proposed two options for determining the settlement price of index and single-stock derivatives on expiry days. Under the first option, SEBI proposed a 'Blended VWAP' methodology under which the settlement price would be based on trades executed during the last 30 minutes of the Continuous Trading Session (CTS) and the 10-minute CAS period. The contribution of each period would be determined by its actual traded value instead of a fixed weighting, SEBI said. The regulator said the methodology would capture a broader period of actual market transactions and could provide a more representative settlement price. Incorporate actual transactions executed during both the last 30 minutes of CTS and 10 minutes of CAS for determination of the settlement price of the derivatives contracts on the expiry day, thereby reflecting a broader period of actual market transactions, it said. Under the second option, SEBI proposed retaining the existing CTS VWAP methodology as an interim arrangement. The settlement price would continue to be based only on trades executed during the final 30 minutes of CTS. The blended methodology could be considered after at least a year, subject to adequate liquidity, participation and familiarity with CAS, according to the market regulator. SEBI also proposed removing the display of the Indicative Index Value (IIV) during CAS while continuing to provide security-level Indicative Equilibrium Prices (IEPs). IEPs are indicative and evolving values and do not represent prices at which actual trades have taken place, SEBI said. The regulator added that some market participants had misinterpreted IIV, resulting in positions being taken based on the indicative value. In addition, on market timings SEBI proposed two alternatives. Under Option A, CTS for CAS stocks would continue until 3:30 pm, followed by CAS from 3:31 pm to 3:40 pm, while derivatives trading would continue until 3:45 pm. Under Option B, CTS would end at 3:15 pm with CAS running from 3:15 pm to 3:25 pm and derivatives trading continuing until 3:30 pm. Both alternatives would reduce the transition period between CTS and CAS from five minutes to up to one minute. The post-CAS derivatives trading window would also be cut to five minutes from 10 minutes. SEBI said market feedback indicated that a shorter trading window after CAS would be sufficient. Apart from that, the regulator proposed restricting the cancellation of limit orders placed beyond plus or minus 1 per cent of the reference price during CAS. Price-improving modifications would continue to be permitted within the existing plus or minus 3 per cent price band. An order placed at a price within 1 per cent of the Reference Price may be cancelled during CAS in accordance with the existing framework, it said. Moreover, SEBI suggested allowing unexecuted Iceberg orders at the end of CTS to be converted into normal limit orders with entire pending quantity disclosed in the CAS order book.
Paresh Rawal on National Awards shifting to Gujarat: Is it in Pakistan?
Mumbai: Paresh Rawal has a blunt response to the controversy over the National Film Awards being shifted from Delhi to Gujarat. The veteran actor has backed the decision to host this years ceremony in Gujarat, questioning why the change of venue has become a political issue. Speaking to ANI, Paresh Rawal said Gujarat is as 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 .
India becomes worlds 4th largest forex holder
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) India has become the fourth largest holder of foreign exchange reserves in the world after the record surge in dollar inflows triggered by the Reserve Bank of Indias (RBIs) foreign currency non-resident (bank) (FCNR(B) deposits scheme, according to data. With the $44.9 billion increase in its forex kitty to a record $785.7 billion during the week ended September 4, India has dislodged Russia from the fourth spot and is now ranked only behind China, Japan, and Switzerland, the data compiled by Bloomberg showed. The record increase in the foreign exchange reserves has taken place despite a decline in the gold reserves component by $2.59 billion to $113.81 billion during the week as gold prices fell. An increase in the foreign exchange reserves reflects strong fundamentals of the economy and gives the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) more headroom to stabilise the rupee when it turns volatile. A strong forex kitty enables the RBI to intervene in the spot and forward currency markets by releasing more dollars to prevent the rupee from going into a free fall. Meanwhile, the RBI has announced a Rs 1 lakh crore open market operation (OMO) sale of government bonds to mop up the excess liquidity in the banking system that has resulted from the strong inflow of foreign currency. The RBI will sell government securities worth Rs 1 lakh crore in three tranches Rs 50,000 crore on September 17, Rs 25,000 crore on September 21, and another Rs 25,000 crore on September 28. The auctions will be conducted through the multiple-price method using a multi-security auction. Earlier, the Reserve Bank had raised over Rs 3.53 lakh crore through an overnight Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction with a 1-day tenor on Monday, to absorb surplus cash from the banking system. A VRRR auction is a monetary policy tool used by a central bank to absorb excess cash from the banking system and ensure financial stability in the economy. The RBI has stepped up liquidity absorption operations as the banking system has been flooded with funds following large inflows through the special FCNR(B) deposit scheme. RBIs special dollar-rupee forex swap facility for FCNR(B) deposits, Overseas Foreign Currency Borrowings (OFCB) and External Commercial Borrowings (ECB), launched on June 8 this year, has driven an unprecedented surge in foreign exchange inflows into the country to the tune of $73 billion in less than 11 weeks of the launch. The response was strong enough for the RBI to advance the closure of the FCNR(B) window itself, from September 30 to August 31, having already achieved its objective ahead of schedule.
Lalbaugcha Raja 'prasad' waste to power Mumbai's civic hospitals as faith meets sustainability:
Mumbai's Lalbaugcha Raja will convert prasad waste into clean electricity this Ganesh festival. Around eighty metric tonnes of food waste will power four municipal hospitals across the city. This initiative aims to reduce waste burden and promote a circular economy. Biomethanation plants at selected hospitals will process the organic waste daily. The generated electricity will illuminate hospital wards and common areas.
Amaal Mallik blasts at Salman Khan
Mumbai: Another day, another controversy surrounding Amaal Mallik and this time, Salman Khan and his team are in the spotlight. Music composer and singer Amaal Mallik has publicly called out the Salman Khan Films team over an anniversary post celebrating the 2015 film Hero. What caught his attention was the omission of the composer and 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 .
Nafisa Joseph suicide case: Bombay HC refuses to discharge ex-fianc, bizman Gautam Khanduja
Mumbai police arrest three in cyber-fraud network linked to 24 crore, 2,898 SIM cards
A case has been registered at Malad Police Station under BNS provisions relating to cheating involving delivery of property, criminal conspiracy, abetment and acts committed by several persons with a common intention
FDA raids 11 Thane farsan manufacturers, seizes food stock worth 20.48 lakh
FDA officials conducted a surprise raid on September 9 on establishments manufacturing and selling farsan, wafers, chivda, namkeen and other food products
Poonam Dhillon, Padmini Kolhapure challenge CINTAA elections, call poll process haphazard, one-sided
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) The Cine and TV Artistes Association (CINTAA) elections are being held today amid an ongoing legal battle over the authority to conduct the polls. Poonam Dhillon and Padmini Kolhapure who are on important positions at the CINTAA committee, in an exclusive conversation with IANS, have called the election process haphazard and one-sided and maintained that those declared winners will not be able to take office until the pending legal dispute is decided. Speaking about the High Court proceedings, the duo said the court had allowed the elections to go ahead as the polling date was too close, but the outcome would remain subject to the decision in the pending suit. Padmini said the legal challenge filed by their side questions the authority and jurisdiction of the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) to enter CINTAA and conduct its elections. We have filed that they don't have any authority, no jurisdiction to enter into CINTAA and announce our elections, she said. Explaining their understanding of the court's order, C.P. Thakur said the elections could proceed but those elected would not immediately assume office. The people who will be the winners of tomorrow's election will not be taking office, Thakur said. Padmini further questioned, But the election process which they have taken up is so haphazard and it is just so one-sided, she said. She alleged that people who had submitted their names for the election were themselves unclear about whether their names had been included in the voting list. You know, people who have actually given in their names, they don't know whether their names are there, their voting list, she said. Padmini also raised questions over the timing of the publication of the final list. She claimed that although it was stated in court on September 8 that the final list had been declared, nominated candidates were allegedly unable to obtain the list until the following morning. She said the candidates had been asked to send emails because the date and time recorded on an email could establish when the list was actually provided. Time mein aap kuch bhi likh sakte ho, lekin email dates ko change nahi kar sakte. (You can write anything with a particular date, but you cannot change the dates on emails.) Padmini said they had documents and reports relating to the sequence of events and would leave it to the court to examine the matter. The election dispute comes amid a wider leadership crisis within CINTAA, following resignations from members of its Executive Committee and disagreements over the association's functioning and administration. Poonam also expressed disappointment over the manner in which the internal dispute has spilled into the public domain. We are really shocked, very disappointed and saddened, she said, referring to the mud-slinging between former colleagues who had worked together as a team until recently. Poonam stressed that the dispute should not be reduced to a personal battle between her and Padmini and their opponents, saying that CINTAA represents thousands of artistes. They are not talking CINTAA, they are saying Padmini and Poonam, Padmini and Poonam, Padmini said. They should be talking CINTAA, we represent CINTAA. Poonam added, It is hurting and it is degrading to all actors because CINTAA is representative of not just 21 members of EC. It is representing 9,000 actors all across films and television, she said.
Shiv Sena UBT likens Trump's $5,000 poll pledge to India's 'freebie politics' in Saamana editorial
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) The Shiv Sena (UBT) on Saturday launched a sharp attack on what it termed the growing global culture of election-time handouts, drawing parallels between US President Donald Trump's proposed Trump Dividend scheme and welfare initiatives rolled out by political parties in India. In an editorial published in the party mouthpiece Saamana, the Uddhav Thackeray-led outfit alleged that the freebie culture fostered by Trump in the United States and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in India has weakened democratic values and undermined human dignity. The editorial argued that while India has schemes such as Ladki Bahin and similar welfare programmes in various states, Trump's proposal to deposit $5,000 into the bank account of every adult American if Republicans win control of both houses of Congress amounts to a comparable election-time inducement. What Modi and Shah are doing in India, Trump is replicating in the United States -- using public money, distributing handouts and winning elections, the editorial claimed, adding that although the beneficiaries may differ, the underlying political approach remains the same. According to the Thackeray camp, Trump's proposed Trump Dividend is to secure electoral support through direct cash transfers. It argued that implementing such a scheme would impose a burden of more than $1 trillion on the US Treasury at a time when the country's national debt has crossed $40 trillion, and its annual fiscal deficit stands at $1.8 trillion. The editorial further claimed that Trump's announcement had created unease within his own party and cited reports of concerns over the proposal's fiscal implications and implementation. Furthermore, distributing this handout will require congressional approval. The moment Trump announced the $5,000 payout, leaders and ministers within his own party were left bewildered. Vice President J.D. Vance expressed clear dismay, attempting to control the narrative by stating that the money would only be distributed following strict scrutiny and legal procedures, ensuring wealthy adults would not benefit. This reflects the same strategy used by the Indian government's grand announcements first, then delay execution using conditional clauses and bureaucratic fine print, claimed the editorial. Drawing a comparison with India, the Shiv Sena (UBT) referred to Modi's 2014 promise of depositing Rs 15 lakh in every Indian's bank account, alleging that the pledge remains unfulfilled. It also criticised a range of welfare schemes announced by state governments across the country, arguing that such programmes are increasingly being used as electoral tools. The party said pressing issues such as unemployment, inflation and agrarian distress remain unresolved in India, while Trump's administration was similarly failing to address domestic challenges in the US. Claiming that freebie politics has become a global trend, the editorial alleged that governments are increasingly relying on public-funded handouts to secure electoral victories. It concluded that such politics, whether in India or the US, have compromised democratic principles and diminished public accountability.
Alia Bhatt says she 'never felt' she could have acted in 'Don't Be Shy'
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Actress-producer Alia Bhatt said she never felt that she should have acted in Dont Be Shy, adding that she is instead more nervous about introducing four new actors and a debutant director with the film. During the trailer launch, Alia was asked if there was a part of her which said she could have acted in this film, to which she replied: No, I don't think I ever felt that Alia, who made her acting debut 14 years ago with Student Of The Year, said producing the project has given her a different sense of fulfilment as she has been involved in building its story and world from the very beginning. 14 years ago, I made my debut as an actor, and 14 years later, I am introducing four new actors and a debutant director, and I am way more nervous than they are right now. I really have butterflies in my stomach because, to answer your question, I love being an actor and I love being in front of the camera, but being a producer has another sort of fulfilment. It gives me another sort of joy because we've been involved in building the world, the story, from the word go The actress added: From when Sreeti Mukerji came to us with an idea to make a movie like this, and we said, Let's do it together, and then we took it to our lovely partners It is a story very close to my heart, and everyone will resonate with it because we all love what comes with growing up. Dont Be Shy follows a 20-year-old girl Shyamili 'Shy' Das, who believes she has life figured out, watches her carefully planned existence take an unexpected turn as everything starts spiraling beyond her control.
Palghar hospital violence: MLAs son, 13 others arrested; HC slams lax, ridiculous probe
The action taken by the Palghar police appeared to be merely superficial and seemed to have been carried out in a manner that would ultimately benefit the accused, the High Court said
Mumbai lake levels: Seven reservoirs hold 96.29 per cent water stock on Saturday
The current stock stands lower than in the same period last year, when the reservoirs contained 14,23,981 million litres (98.38 per cent). Also, the lake levels remained lower than in 2024, when the lakes had 14,25,128 million litres, accounting for 98.46 per cent of the total live storage
Lalbaugcha Raja 2026 darshan will begin with Ganesh Chaturthi on September 14 and continue until Anant Chaturdashi on September 25. Heres a complete guide to darshan timings, Mukh Darshan, Charan Sparsh, VIP pass and ticket prices, live streaming and the best ways to reach the famous Mumbai Ganpati pandal.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Choreographer Ganesh Acharya, who has worked with actor Anil Kapoor for the first time with a qawaali on India Ke Top 1%, said that the two have created something that complemented his jhakaas style. Ganesh, who directed and choreographed the Qawwali, shared, It is wonderful to see the song receiving so much love and going viral. Baat Khatki Toh Jeet Pakki is culturally rooted and has a hook that stays with you. He said that the moment he had visualised the energy the moment he heard it. Ganesh added: The moment I heard it, I could visualise the energy and celebration we could create on screen. I had wanted to work with Anil sir for a long time, and Im glad Star Plus brought us together for India Ke Top 1 percent. Since this was his first Qawwali performance, we created something that complemented his jhakaas style. His infectious energy elevated our vision and turned the song into a celebration, Ganesh added. Talking about the show, Anil, on August 7, had said that every challenge in the reality show tests observation, logic, presence of mind, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Anil said in a statement: I'm thrilled to announce that India Ke Top 1% premieres on 5th September. Witnessing the grand launch of the show in such a spectacular setting made this announcement even more special. After running across the globe in countries including the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Greece, Australia, Israel, Turkey, Ukraine, Mexico and the USA, the internationally acclaimed format The 1% Club is now making its much-awaited debut in India. The show offers a refreshing take on the quiz genre, where it's not about how much you know, but how you think. Designed for everyone, the format allows people of every age to play along from home, turning every living room into a shared family game night. The show airs on Star Plus and JioHotstar.
Mumbai weather update: Light to moderate rain likely across city and suburbs
Mumbai will experience a high tide at 12:34 pm on September 12, reaching 4.61 metres. Another high tide is expected at 1:02 am on September 13, with the sea level forecast to reach 4.51 metres
Ameesha Patels mothers Rs 5 lakh bangle stolen; police trace domestic worker
A domestic worker has been arrested for allegedly stealing a diamond-studded gold bangle worth Rs 5 lakh from actress Ameesha Patels mother Asha Patels Mumbai residence. Police traced the accused after Asha reportedly suspected her involvement and lodged a complaint
Ameesha Patel's Mumbai Home Robbed, Jewellery Worth Rs 5 Lakh Stolen
Mumbai Police have arrested a domestic worker in connection with the case
Bigg Boss 20: Big update on first week elimination, who is out?
Mumbai: Bigg Boss 20 is ready for its first Weekend Ka Vaar, with Kanika Mann, Uditi Singh, Arishfa Khan and Love Gill currently facing the threat of eviction. But who will become the first contestant to leave the house? The answer appears to be no one. Weekend Ka Vaar shooting happened on Friday and insiders 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 .
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Bigg Boss 20 contestant Qazi Touqeer opened up about his longstanding friendship with star singer Arijit Singh. While chatting with his fellow housemates in an episode of BB 20, Qazi showered praise on the playback singer for his passion, fighting spirit and down-to-earth nature. Qazi, who shares a friendship with Arijit dating back to their days on the 2005 singing reality show Fame Gurukul, spoke about the singer with immense affection and admiration. Bro, I'm telling you. That guy is my life, Qazi said while talking about Arijit. Qazi also spoke about Arijit's passion for music and recalled how the singer could remain completely absorbed in his musical world for hours. That guy is my life. Uska fighting spirit crazy hai. Woh 8 ghante tak nahi thakta. Sitar leke baithta hai. (He sits down with his sitar.) Shuru jab kiya usne toh time ka kuch pata nahi chal raha hai. Saat ghanta, chhe ghanta, constant. Usi cheez mein khoya hua hai. (His fighting spirit is crazy. He doesnt get tired even after eight hours. Once he starts, he loses track of time. Seven hours, six hours, constantly. He is completely lost in it) Qazi went on to praise Arijit's love for the process of creating music, saying that for his friend, the joy lies in the process and the music itself. Mereko kapdon ka shauk hai, mereko aisa hai. Uske liye maza kya hai? Process. Uska sangeet. (I have a fascination for clothes and such things. But for him, what matters is the process. His music.) When asked about his favourite Arijit Singh song, Qazi became emotional and chose Tum Hi Ho from the 2013 film Aashiqui 2. He dedicated the song to his friend, saying he shared a very close bond with him and respected him so much that alfaz kam padh jaaye. (Out of words) Qazi then added, I love you, Arijit bhai. We love Arijit. Arijit bhai, I love you so much. The whole country loves him, bhai. Kuch bolne ki baat hi nahi hai. For the uninitiated, Qazi and Arijit's friendship goes back more than two decades. The two met as young contestants on Fame Gurukul in 2005 and have remained close despite their careers taking very different paths. Their friendship received another public endorsement after Qazi entered Bigg Boss 20. Arijit took to X and revealed that Qazi had given him a reason to watch the reality show for the first time. I will have to watch BIG BOSS for the first time in my life cz Apna Rockstar QAZI hai udhar, Arijit wrote.
Jamie Lee Curtis remembers late friend 25 years after cancer death
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Actress Jamie Lee Curtis has remembered her late friend Katie Westbrook, who died of cancer 25 years ago, and highlighted the lack of progress in finding effective treatments for childhood cancer. Curtis took to Instagram, where she said she wears Westbrooks wig whenever she speaks about childrens health, as a tribute to her friends resilience, humour and grace during her battle with the disease. She wrote on Instagram: My friend Katie Westbrook died 25 years ago. Her mother's beautiful essay questioning the lack of progress and a treatment for the horrific cancer that took her life is in my bio. I wear her wig whenever I talk about children's health as a way of reminding people of her resilient spirit, humor, and grace during the fight of her life.#neverforget, Lee Curtis added. Jamie Lee Curtis is known for her performances in the horror and slasher genres, alongside multiple comedies, she is regarded as a scream queen. Curtis has received numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, two Golden Globes, and two Actor Awards, as well as a nomination for a Grammy Award. Curtis made her screen debut in a 1977 episode of the television drama Quincy, M.E.. Her film debut came with Halloween and established her as a prominent scream queen. Her subsequent horror roles have included The Fog, Prom Night, and Terror Train, as well as six sequels from the Halloween franchise, concluding with Halloween Ends. She also gained brief recognition as a sex symbol following her role as a fitness instructor in Perfect and won her first Golden Globe for the sitcom Anything but Love. Curtis' most successful roles outside of the horror genre have been in the comedies Trading Places, True Lies, and Everything Everywhere All at Once; these respectively earned her BAFTA, Golden Globe, and Academy Award wins. Her other film credits include A Fish Called Wanda, Blue Steel, My Girl, The Tailor of Panama, Freaky Friday, Christmas with the Kranks, Knives Out, The Last Showgirl, and Freakier Friday. Curtis earned her first Emmy nomination for the television film Nicholas' Gift, and later won Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for the FX series The Bear. She also acted in the satirical slasher series Scream Queens.
Bombay High Court declines to restrain Manoj Jarange Patils march, notes right to protest
A bench of Chief Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi and Justice Advait Sethna heard a petition
SEBI likely to issue consultation paper on CAS framework: Report
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is likely to issue a consultation paper on the Closing Auction Session (CAS) on Saturday, with the regulator expected to propose changes to the methodology used to determine settlement prices for derivative contracts, according to a report. The report from NDTV Profit said the proposal is likely to be discussed at the SEBI board meeting, scheduled for September 24, and will address concerns raised by market participants about how derivative settlement prices are calculated on expiry days under the newly introduced CAS mechanism. SEBI is not planning to roll back the CAS itself but aims to refine the calculation of settlement prices under the auction mechanism on expiry days. SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey earlier clarified that CAS is here to stay, and that the market regulator was examining concerns raised by market participants to solve them. CAS, which came into effect on August 3, ends continuous trading in futures-and-options eligible stocks at 3:15 pm, moving those securities into a roughly 20minute auction where buy and sell orders are matched to determine the official closing price. NonF&O stocks continue trading until 3:30 pm, while stock and index derivatives trade until 3:40 pm. Indian equities have seen sharp moves during the newly launched closing auction session, particularly on derivatives expiry days. Indicative close for Sensex briefly dropped 2.5 per cent, during last week's session, causing it put options' premiums to surge 400 to 500 per cent during closing auction. Similarly, Tuesday also saw Nifty put options surging multi-fold on expiry day trading. Analysts said that CAS has made expiryday execution less predictable for systematic options strategies, adding that limited participation in the auction could allow a handful of orders to significantly change closing prices.
BRICS Summit 2026: Delhi traffic restrictions, diversions on key roads today
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FM Nirmala Sitharaman: Indias demographic dividend is happening in real time
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Putin meets President El-Sisi on sidelines of BRICS Summit, says we take Egypt'
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Mumbai Turns To Sea As Water Demand Outpaces Supply
The plan to supply desalinated water to Mumbai was first seriously considered after the severe water shortage of 2009, when the city faced daily water cuts. The civic body had proposed desalination to reduce the city's dependence on the monsoon.
Gujarat: 195 girls fall sick after eating hostel food, 20 hospitalised
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Russia-Ukraine war: Drone strikes kill four in Kyiv and Russia's Tula region
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Sandra Bullock: Practical Magic 2 would not exist without the love for the first film
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Hollywood star Sandra Bullock has expressed her heartfelt gratitude to fans as Practical Magic 2 makes its debut, saying the much-awaited sequel would not have been possible without the enduring love for the original film. Sandra took to Instagram, where she shared a gamut of images and clips from the making of the film and said that she and the team poured their hearts into the second chapter of the film. She hoped it gives audiences two hours to laugh, cry, escape and celebrate the people who bring a little magic into their lives. Practical Magic 2 is out now we poured our whole hearts into this film, and Im so honored to finally put it out into the world. This second chapter would not exist without the love youve given the first film all these years later, so thank you. Truly, she wrote as the caption. The actress added: I hope this movie gives you two hours to laugh, cry, escape, and celebrate the people who make your life feel like magic. Your sisters, your brothers, your family, your friends, your chosen family and maybe even yourself. With love, Sandy. Practical Magic 2 is a romantic fantasy directed by Susanne Bier. The film is based on the 2021 novel The Book of Magic by Alice Hoffman. The sequel to Practical Magic. The film stars Sandra, Nicole Kidman, Dianne Wiest, and Stockard Channing reprising their roles from the previous film, alongside new cast members Joey King, Lee Pace, Maisie Williams, Xolo Mariduea, and Solly McLeod. The first installment, which was released in 1998, had Bullock and Kidman play sisters Sally and Gillian Owens, descended from a long line of witches. Raised by their aunts after their parents' death from a family curse, the sisters are taught the uses of practical magic as they grow up. Years later, they must use their magic to destroy the evil spirit of Gillian's abusive boyfriend before it kills them.
US: Donald Trump signs act to honour Army veterans and Medal of Honor recipients
Signed at Texass National Medal of Honor Museum, the bill honors over 3500 recipients of the nations highest military decoration
Xi Jinping arrives in New Delhi for BRICS Summit, set to meet PM Modi
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Houthis seize Perim island as Saudi-backed forces withdraw from Bab el-Mandeb
Full Houthi control over the Bab el-Mandeb Strait would grant Iran a major advantage in its conflict with the US by threatening a critical global shipping route and driving up oil prices
Crude prices eased on September 12 after hitting multi-month highs, while Hormuz tensions threaten supply. Indias petrol and diesel prices remain unchanged despite rising costs and a 6.3% August fuel-demand decline.
As multiple bodies stake claim to control the sport across the city, leading to legal tangles and administrative tugs-of-war, the sports die-hard fans remain starved of top-class action
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Jackie Shroff wishes Ranjeet as he turns 84, says My respects always
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Veteran actor Ranjeet turned 84 on Saturday, and on the occasion, Bollywood star Jackie Shroff shared a throwback picture of the veteran star and penned a heartfelt birthday wish. The post featured a vintage picture of Ranjeet in a sharp suit, posing in his quintessential style. Alongside the picture, the birthday message read, My respects always! Happy Birthday. #HappyBirthday. For the uninitiated, Ranjeet, born Gopal Bedi on September 12, 1942, in Jandiala Guru near Amritsar, is known for his extensive career in Hindi cinema. Hello was particularly known for playing some of the most memorable negative characters of the 1970s and 1980s. He has appeared in more than 200 films and became synonymous with the quintessential Bollywood screen villain. Reportedly, it was Sunil Dutt who played an important role in bringing him into the film industry. Ranjeet got his first screen opportunities with Sawan Bhadon and Reshma Aur Shera. He initially played a brother in the two films before Sharmeelee changed the course of his career. In Sharmeelee, Ranjeet played a negative character, and the success of the film led to a flood of villainous roles. He went on to portray a wide range of antagonists, from criminals and gangsters to dacoits and corrupt or malicious authority figures. He has been a part of classics such as Amar Akbar Anthony, Dharmatma, Muqaddar Ka Sikandar, Laawaris, Namak Halaal, Suhaag, Vishwanath, Sharaabi, Rocky and Hero. On the personal front, Ranjeet is married to Aloka Bedi, and the couple has two children, daughter Divyanka Bedi and son Jeeva. Ranjeet has also continued to remain active and fitness-conscious even in his 80s. Earlier this year, he grabbed attention after sharing a workout video in which his daughter Divyanka coached him through a cable chest-fly exercise. In the video, Ranjeet was seen jokingly following his daughter's instructions as she coached him, and he later thanked his daughter, calling her his coach.
Barrier-free toll booths on national highways by March 2027: Nitin Gadkari
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Padma Lakshmi remembers Twin Towers on 9/11 anniversary: An emblem of our childhood
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) India-born supermodel, TV host, producer, cookbook author and actress Padma Lakshmi remembered the victims of the September 2001 attacks, reflecting on her childhood memories of New Yorks Twin Towers. Taking to Instagram, Padma shared a video of the 9/11 attack and paid tribute to the first responders who risked their lives during the tragedy 25 years ago. She took to the caption section, where she recalled how the day changed her life for everyone 25 years ago. Growing up as a kid in New York, those twin towers were always a landmark. I remember my mom always telling me to look up for them when we went downtown. I remember the day the world changed for all of us 25 years ago, Padma wrote in the caption. She added: I was away from my beloved city and my heart ached for all that we lost. Those twin towers were an emblem of our childhood. They were part of an age gone by for so many of us. Thank you to all the first responders who put their lives and health on the line. Thinking today of all the lives lost and the families who were irrevocably affected. The September 11 attacks were a coordinated series of suicide attacks perpetrated by al-Qaeda against the United States in 2001. A total of 19 hijackers commandeered four commercial passenger airliners. The first two planes were flown into each of the Twin Towers in New York City, while the third plane crashed into the Pentagon, the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense, in Arlington County, Virginia. The fourth plane crashed in a rural field in Pennsylvania during a passenger revolt. Born in India, Lakshmi immigrated to the United States as a child. She became a model before embarking on a career on television. She has written five books. She rose to prominence by hosting Top Chef. Lakshmi is the creator, host, and executive producer of the docuseries Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi. She has received 16 Primetime Emmy Award nominations.
A domestic helper has been arrested for stealing jewelry worth 5 lakh from actress Ameesha Patels mothers home in Mumbai. Actress Ameesha Patels Mother Falls Victim to Jewelry Theft; Domestic Helper Arrested
Pink speaks out on Jewish identity amid backlash: Wont take it quietly
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Singer Pink has spoken out about her Jewish identity and the backlash she faced after a social media repost, saying she would rather be disagreed with for her own words than judged for something she didn't write. Pink wrote a long post on Instagram, where she has clarified her views on the Israel-Gaza conflict while speaking about her Jewish identity and calling for the protection of innocent lives on all sides. She wrote: Ive been quiet in my own words for a week, which you know isnt like me. So here they are. Last Sunday I reposted somebody elses post about Macklemores set at Ed Sheerans show. It said things in words I didnt write, and I wouldnt have chosen all of them. Then the comments came, and I did what I do when Im hurt, which is post snarky memes and act like Im fine. Thats on me. She shared that a repost isnt a statement, and a meme isnt a spine. Social media makes all of us cheap and fast, and we all know it. But Id rather be disagreed with for what I actually said than hated for what anybody else wrote, so let me say it, Pink said. Pink said she was born a Jew. I didnt pick it, and Ive never hidden it. And this week a whole lot of people decided what I believe without asking me, without checking a single thing Ive ever said or done, because a repost and the word Jew were apparently enough to fill in the rest. But let me fill it in... myself. The singer said that she doesnt speak for Israel, or for any government. Of course I dont speak for Israel, or for any government. I never have. What I said in October 2023 is still exactly what I believe: Hamas is a terrorist organization. Palestinians deserve a future that honors their humanity and their aspirations, she wrote. Protecting innocent life comes first, everywhere, and nobody should ever celebrate the death of a child. Anybodys child. Ive spent a decade as a UNICEF ambassador for kids who didnt choose the country or the war they were born into, and I have grieved every one of them, on both sides of that fence. I didnt do it from behind a screen; I went to those children and held them. Im not going to litigate a complex war in an Instagram caption, and Im not going to recite anybodys slogan to earn back a follower. Pink says she is standing up for her Jewish identity despite backlash, rejecting assumptions about her views while calling for the safety and humanity of Jews, Palestinians, Muslims and Israelis. She says she will continue speaking out in her own words. And now I'm standing up for my own people, and I thought I knew going in how lonely that would be. And it's lonelier than that. But I'm doing it anyway. Something has changed in this country, and can read it in my own comments. Pink says she feels people have unfairly labelled her and assumed her views, but she refuses to stay silent about her Jewish identity and beliefs. From the river to the sea. ionist, spat like it's a slur, by people who couldn't tell you the details of what I believe, because I hadn't told them yet. I wasn't asked. I was told. I don't think most of them hate Jews. She said that she can handle being portrayed as the villain but wont accept it quietly. Pink says that no one has to agree with one thing Israel's government does to not want the Jewish family two rows down from you to be scared or targeted at a concert. That's the scared or targeted at a concert. That's the only thing I'm asking anybody for. To the ones who are frightened this week, Jewish or Muslim or Palestinian or Israeli or just tired of all of it: I see you. And if anybody wants to really know what I think, just ask me. I'm right here. I've never been hard to find. And I'll keep speaking out, in my own words. It's Friday. For working people who have more to worry about than pop stars and pile- ons, it's the end of a hard week. It's also the 25th anniversary of September 11th, and my prayers are with the innocent souls we lost that morning. And at sundown, for Jews, it's Rosh Hashanah, our New Year. Now I'm going to go make dinner for my kids, light the candles, dip some apples in honey, pour a glass of wine and be full of gratitude. That's my tradition. It also happens to be a Jewish one. Shana tova.
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MU students flag unclean washrooms, faulty AC at Kalina campus library
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Ganeshotsav 2026: BMC plans to reuse PoP collected after idol immersions
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Amaal Mallik lashes out at Salman Khan Films team for not crediting him in Hero anniversary post
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Music composer and singer Amaal Mallik has called out the Salman Khan Films team over an anniversary post celebrating the 2015 film Hero. The singer questioned the decision to leave out the composer and lyricist of the song being featured, and called it their audacity. Amaal took to the comments section of a post shared by the official Salman Khan Films page and expressed his displeasure over what he described as a lack of respect for the creators behind the song. He wrote, Whoever is handling the page or the social media of @skfilmsofficial, I love the audacity you have shown by leaving out the composer & the lyricist of the song lol ! It doesnt look nice that a song that is created with the pain, blood, sweat and tears of a music composer & his lyric writer, is celebrated without the creators being respected or even mentioned. He added,Learn to do the basics otherwise delete this page. Dont delete my comment, let Salman sir see it as well, so that he knows you guys screwed up. The comment came as the production house marked the 11th anniversary of Hero, the Nikkhil Advani directorial that starred Sooraj Pancholi and Athiya Shetty in their Bollywood debuts. For the uninitiated, Amaal was the composer of the film's music, while Kumaar penned the lyrics for Main Hoon Hero Tera, which went on to become one of the most recognised songs from the soundtrack. The song was originally sung by Amaal's brother Armaan Malik, while Salman Khan also recorded his own version. Talking about Amaal Mallik, the composer has built a career around romantic melodies and film soundtracks, with his work spanning films such as Jai Ho, Roy, Hero, Airlift, Kapoor & Sons, M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story, Badrinath Ki Dulhania, Baaghi, Kabir Singh and Vedaa. His independent songs including Main Rahoon Ya Na Rahoon, Chal Wahan Jaate Hain and Zindagi Aa Raha Hoon Main have also found a strong audience. The latest outburst comes at a time when Amaal has been stirring headlines for being vocal about his struggles within the film and music industry. Earlier this year, he alleged that powerful people had sidelined him and claimed that he had been removed from more than 60 projects over the years. Amaal, a few days ago announced that he was taking a break from film music until next year, saying that he needed time to focus on his mind, body, health and overall recovery. He said he would return with a heart full of melodies and asked fans not to pester him during the break.
Mumbai: 57 commercial units demolished as govt reclaims six acres in Mankhurd
Land parcel along Sion-Panvel Highway cleared after cleared after decades of land grabbing and encroachment over Childrens Aid Society land
Mumbai: Over 1,000 tribals march to Raj Bhavan seeking forest rights laws
Members of tribal community march to Raj Bhavan demanding implementation of laws protecting their rights
Mumbai cyber fraud racket: Three held as 2,898 SIM cards used in fraud
Investigators examining financial and technical trail to identify beneficiaries of transactions
Mumbai: BEST buses return to Girgaon's JSS Road after nine years of diversion
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Save Vedansh, Mumbai: 22-month-old with SMA needs Rs 9 crore for treatment
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Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized the pivotal role of BRICS nations in fostering global economic growth and demographic expansion. He criticized the relevance of the G-7, branding it as the 'so-called G-7,' and condemned the extensive sanctions imposed on Russia amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict, while asserting Russia's resilience and commitment to strengthening partnerships with dependable allies.
Bandra Fair 2026: Vendor response drops, 150 of 430 BMC stalls remain vacant
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16,900 students join HDFC ERGO Insurance Quiz Junior 2026
The 11th edition of the HDFC ERGO Insurance Quiz Junior has attracted over 16,900 students from nearly 4,850 schools across India, with more than 340 students from 151 schools in 15 cities of Jammu and Kashmir registering for the competition. Organised by HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company, the flagship initiative aims to promote insurance literacy and financial awareness among students of Classes 8 and 9. Since its launch in 2016, the quiz has expanded from 18 schools in a single city to participants across more than 1,100 cities. Over the past decade, the initiative has reached nearly three million students nationwide. Somesh Surana, Joint President, Digital Business Group & Marketing, HDFC ERGO, said the initiative seeks to help young people understand the importance of preparing for unexpected situations while encouraging curiosity and confidence among students from diverse backgrounds. This year, the quiz content is available in 10 Indian languages, with 26 participating schools from vernacular-medium backgrounds, strengthening its reach at the grassroots level. The preliminary rounds are currently underway. The top 32 teams will advance to virtual zonal rounds, from which six teams will qualify for the national grand finale. The finale is scheduled to be held physically in Mumbai on September 22.
J&K Bank secures Best Bank Award for Digital Transformation
J&K Bank has won the Best Bank Award for Digital Transformation in Banking at the Navabharat BFSI Summit & Awards 2026 in Mumbai. This accolade highlights the banks successful deployment of cutting-edge technology to transform customer-facing banking services. Zonal Head (Mumbai) Irfan Kawoosa received the award on behalf of the Bank during the ceremony held at Taj President, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai. Commenting on the achievement, MD & CEO Amitava Chatterjee said that the recognition belongs to the entire J&K Bank family, whose commitment and adaptability continue to drive the Banks transformation into a future-ready financial institution. He further said, For us, digital transformation is about simplifying banking, improving accessibility and delivering seamless, reliable services across geographies and customer segments. This award recognizes our sustained efforts to build a secure, agile and customer-centric digital banking ecosystem. While we continue to modernise our technology architecture and leverage data-driven capabilities, customer trust and information security remain central to the progress of our digital journey, he added. The Navabharat BFSI Summit & Awards -2026 had brought together thought leaders and experts from banking, financial services, insurance and financial technology to deliberate on the evolving dynamics of Indias BFSI ecosystem. The summit featured knowledge sessions on digital transformation, AI-driven compliance, digital onboarding, fintech innovation and systemic risk mitigation.
From top-4 to 26, Srinagar falls in Centres clean-air ranking
Srinagar, Sep 11:Just three years ago, Srinagar was counted among the countrys top-performing cities in GoI survey regarding air quality, city-wise, across India. Now it has found itself at 26th position in the latest Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026.The striking reversal for a city synonymous with pristine mountains, lakes and fresh Himalayan air throws uncomfortable in the air here. The health of citizens and environment in Srinagar is once again under scanner.The latest ranking Of Swatch Vayi Sarvekshan has Srinagar behind Delhi.Delhi has for long made headlines with toxic winter smog and features among Indias most persistent air-pollution hotspots. Strikingly, Delhi secured the 21st rank with 172 points. Shockingly, Srinagar scored 162.6 points and is now at 26th among cities with a population of over 10 lakh.In the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2023, Srinagar had clinched the fourth rank nationally in its population category. It was lauded for being one of the country's leading cities in the clean-air initiative.Chairman Jammu and Kashmir Pollution Control Committee (JKPCC), Vasu Yadav while speaking to Greater Kashmir, said the ranking does not reflect the air quality of Srinagar. He said that Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan does not rank cities based on the measurement of how good or bad their air quality is.It is not a linear, simple addition but a number of factors are assessed while giving points to the cities, he said. Yadav said the Sarvekshan measures the initiatives taken by cities to control pollution and the implementation of air-quality improvement programmes, under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP). The assessment is based on measures to address road dust management, solid waste management, vehicular emissions, industrial pollution, construction waste, demolition waste and other other emission sources, he said. More importantly, he said, it has a very strong connection to Solid Waste Managemnet measures taken by the cities. If the waste is not managed scientifically, it is a pollution hazard, and a negative impact on air quality as it will eventually be burnt, he said. The Chairman said the municipalities have to list what all they have done to control air pollution over the year. The process is heavily based on self-assessment by city municipalities, he said. It is also a reflection of the scrutiny at the state level, evaluation by the Central Pollution Control Board and importantly, field verification by independent committees, he said. Three years ago, the parameter of ranking just the air quality and thats how Srinagar was among the top, he said.The latest survey has placed Srinagar above major metros such as Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai and Kolkata.However, it trails behind Delhi and Hyderabad. Lucknow has topped the category with 198 points. Other top cities with notable clean air measures are Indore and Jabalpur.At the bottom are Chennai, Jamshedpur, Kota, Kolkata and Madurai.The pollution in Srinagar has often been blamed on the ever-increasing number of vehicles and traffic congestion to road dust.The construction activity, waste burning in autumn and emissions are considered the major culprits. The fifth edition of the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan, 2026, assessed 130 cities covered under NCAP, in three population categories. The Union Environment Ministry said 108 of the 130 cities showed improvement in PM10 levels during 2025-26.
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Maratha Reservation Movement Intensifies as Manoj Jarange Patil Plans March to Mumbai
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