Economic Ties Alone Not Enough For Global Cooperation: Fadnavis
Inaugurating the second edition of the Global Impact Forum 2026 (GIF) in Mumbai, Mr Fadnavis said economic engagement alone was insufficient and that stronger cultural and people-to-people ties were essential for meaningful international cooperation.
Madhya Pradesh Minister Highlights Importance of Global Impact Forum in Mumbai
Madhya Pradeshs Radha Raviendra Singh emphasizes the need for environmental protection and womens empowerment at the Global Impact Forum. Madhya Pradesh Minister Highlights Importance of Global Impact Forum in Mumbai
7-Yr-Old Boy Dies During Dahi Handi Celebration in Mumbai
According to preliminary information from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), a group of children had organised a Dahi Handi celebration on their own.
7-Year-Old Among 2 Dead, 212 Injured During Mumbai Dahi Handi Celebrations
Besides, at least 212 'Govindas' were injured -- 168 in Mumbai and 44 others in neighbouring Thane city -- during the formation of human pyramids as part of the celebrations.
New York-based architect warns Mumbai skyscraper boom risks urban strain
Mumbai police issues order barring assembly of five or more persons from September 9 to 23
The order period will cover the 10-day Ganeshotsav festival, which starts on September 14 and continues till the immersion day on September 23
168 injured in Mumbai Dahi Handi celebrations, 81 receiving treatment
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Column with rope tied to Dahi Handi crashes, kills 7-year-old in Mumbai
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Dahi Handi celebrations send 168 Govindas to hosps across Mumbai
Boman Irani on 100th year birth celebrations of Uttam Kumar: What a face, what a personality
Mumbai, Sep 5 (IANS) Bollywood actor Boman Irani spoke about the 100th-year birth celebrations of the legendary Uttam Kumar. Speaking exclusively to IANS, Boman said that an incredible artist like Uttam Kumar should be celebrated for years and years to come to inspire the coming generation of artists. Taking a trip down memory lane, he said that they were introduced to the legend as youngsters through the popular Bengali and Hindi bilingual drama 'Amanush', which was made under the direction of Shakti Samanta. Remembering Uttam Kumar, Boman said that one could fall in love with his smile and personality. He told IANS, 100 years, can you believe it, but in our minds as youngsters he will always be the beautiful Uttam Da, and you know we got introduced to Uttam Da in a Hindi film, Shakti Da's film 'Amanush'. I think it was also a Bengali film. When we were young, I remember seeing his work with Sharmila ji (Sharmila Tagore). I cannot tell you: what a face, what a smile, what a personality, what a great artist. We should be celebrating him for years and years so that young artist can be inspired by an actor like Uttam Da, Boman added. The 'The Mehta Boys' actor further said that he would be happy to do a Bengali language film if offered, as he believes that language is no bar in cinema. Considered one of the most successful actors in the history of Indian cinema, Uttam Kumar remained one of the most bankable stars in Bengali cinema from the 1950s throughout the 1970s, gaining the title of Mahanayak. In 1980, Uttam Kumar fell ill on the set of the movie 'Ogo Badhu Sundori'. Later that same evening, his health worsened while attending his friend's party. Suspecting an attack, he drove himself to the hospital. He passed away on 24 July 1980 at the age of 53.
70 new posts approved for Mumbai Police's Mounted Police Unit
The Maharashtra government has approved 70 new posts in the sportsperson horse-rider cadre for the Mumbai Police Mounted Unit. The posts will replace an equal number of existing positions, with no additional posts or funds sanctioned for the unit
Breach Candy residents in Mumbai flag traffic woes over Coastal Road gardens
1.2 electors from draft SIR list in Maharashtra need to show documents or could be excluded
Bandra Police register FIR against Romi Bhagat, others in Rs 8 crore GST fraud case
Beyond economic ties, human values and cultural heritage are essential: Maha CM Fadnavis
Mumbai, Sep 5 (IANS) Emphasising that global trade alone cannot foster a better world, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday urged international stakeholders to build partnerships based on shared human values, cultural exchange, and continuous dialogue. He was speaking at the inauguration of the second edition of the Global Impact Forum 2026 (GIF) held in Mumbai on Saturday. Addressing an international assembly, Fadnavis highlighted that while nations differ in culture, tradition, and ideology, universal values unify humanity. In a fragmented world facing systemic imbalances, nations must identify common ground. True stability and peace will not come solely from commercial deals, but from mutual respect and deep cultural engagement, he stated. Connecting the occasion with Shri Krishna Janmashtami, he cited the teachings of Lord Krishna, noting that principles of inclusiveness, righteousness, and truth remain vital for global harmony. Highlighting Indias ancient ethos, CM Fadnavis noted that the philosophy of he world is one family has historically guided India's interactions with other nations. He pointed out that India historically exported ideas, philosophy, and knowledge alongside trade, citing the peaceful spread of Buddhism across Asia without conflict or military conquest. The Forum convened diplomats, business leaders, and scholars from BRICS nationsincluding Brazil's Consul General Jose Mauro Fonseca Costa Couto, Russia's Consul General Ivan Fetisov, China's Consul General Qin Jie, and South Africa's Consul General Gedion Labane. The event featured an audio-visual presentation showcasing the cultural parallels between India and Brazil across music, dance, sports, and festivals. Janhvi Pawar, Director of the Global Impact Forum, outlined the vision of the initiative, emphasising its objective to create long-term strategic and cultural partnerships among BRICS nations. Commending the organisers of the AP Global Impact Forum, CM Fadnavis concluded by inviting global leaders, policymakers, and industry pioneers to leverage such platforms to shape a balanced, prosperous world.
Ahmedabad, Sep 5 (IANS) Ahmedabad Customs officials have seized 5,519.7 grams of suspected hydroponic marijuana from a passenger arriving from Ho Chi Minh City, after the contraband was allegedly concealed inside food packaging in his hand baggage. The seizure was made by officers of the Air Intelligence Unit (AIU), Ahmedabad Customs, following passenger profiling and X-ray screening of hand baggage. The passenger, a Mumbai resident, had arrived in Ahmedabad on September 4 on VietJet Air flight VJ-1805 from Ho Chi Minh City. During a detailed examination of his hand baggage, officers recovered a green-coloured substance packed in 24 packets wrapped in aluminium foil. The packets had allegedly been concealed inside three cookie boxes and a packet of corn flakes, according to Ahmedabad Customs. Preliminary testing of the recovered substance using an NDPS field testing kit indicated the presence of ganja (marijuana). The total weight of the seized substance was recorded at 5,519.7 grams. Customs officials seized the contraband under the relevant provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, and arrested the passenger. Further investigation is underway. The seizure comes amid a series of recent interceptions of hydroponic marijuana at Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. On September 2, Ahmedabad Customs seized 6,073.7 grams of hydroponic marijuana from a passenger arriving from Ho Chi Minh City on the same VJ-1805 service. The substance was allegedly concealed in five vacuum-packed packets inside a specially created cavity in a trolley bag. The passenger was arrested under the NDPS Act. The following day, Customs intercepted a Vadodara-based couple arriving from Bangkok and seized 1,928 grams of hydroponic marijuana allegedly concealed in specially created cavities inside two trolley bags. Both passengers were arrested. The latest seizure is the third reported hydroponic marijuana interception at the Ahmedabad airport in the space of four days, involving different concealment methods and international routes. Customs authorities are continuing to investigate the source of the contraband and the circumstances surrounding its attempted entry into the country.
Manoj Jarange Patil stops water and saline on eighth day of fast over Maratha quota demands
Manoj Jarange Patil has stopped consuming water and saline on his eighth day of fasting. He is protesting the Maharashtra government's delay in issuing Kunbi caste certificates. Patil is demanding these certificates for Maratha community members to secure OBC reservations. He previously agreed to take sustenance after government assurances of swift implementation. Thousands of Maratha protesters are expected to march on Mumbai after September 12.
Mumbai Metro-3 services extended till midnight for Ganeshotsav 2026
The extended services will be available from September 14 to 25. Currently, the last trains from both terminal stations Cuffe Parade and Aarey JVLR depart at 10.30 pm. During the extended service period, the last trains will run till midnight, giving devotees an additional 90 minutes to travel
Sanjay Gandhi National Park: 4,000 residents set for rehabilitation in Phase-1
After years of uncertainty, rehabilitation of residents living in and around Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Mumbai is set to move ahead, with 4,000 people to be covered in the first phase. Local tribal residents will be rehoused within the park
Mumbai: 46-year-old passenger dies after suffering seizure on bus
A 46-year-old passenger died after suffering a seizure and becoming unresponsive while travelling on a bus from Breach Candy Hospital to Byculla Station. The bus was diverted to Nair Hospital, where doctors declared him dead at around 8.30 pm
Mumbai Dahi Handi 2026: BMC says 168 govindas injured during celebrations
Of those injured, 29 were admitted, 81 were under treatment and 58 had been discharged. The celebrations also turned tragic in Maharashtra, with a seven-year-old boy in Mumbai and a woman in Pune losing their lives in incidents linked to Dahi Handi events
Mumbai Police remand five in Rs 18 crore Bandra redevelopment extortion case
Voter lists shrink by more than 15% since 2024 in States where SIR phase-3 draft lists are out
Maharashtra records the largest drop in absolute numbers, losing 15,896,198 electors or 17.08% in the draft phase, while Delhi and Chandigarh register the sharpest dips in percentage at 35.89% and 31.84% respectively
Mumbai Anti-Narcotics Cell Arrests Three, Seizes Heroin and Codeine Syrup
Dahi Handi 2026: Shinde makes emotional safety appeal to govindas at Thane
Welcoming the govinda teams that arrived to offer a ceremonial salute at the Dahi Handi, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde stressed that unity and safety among the govindas were more important than the height of the human pyramids
FIR against Kurla man for using fake car numberplate to avoid challans
Bandra Police Arrest SoBo Bizmans Son After Fatal SUV Crash Kills Delivery Rider
Police arrest two from Rajasthan for investment scam on FB targeting minor
Mumbai Celebrates Dahi Handi Festival with Enthusiasm and Star Power
The Dahi Handi festival in Mumbai saw vibrant celebrations with Bollywood stars joining in the festivities, showcasing Maharashtras rich culture. Mumbai Celebrates Dahi Handi Festival with Enthusiasm and Star Power
Mumbai: Stars Turn Producers To Salvage Their Careers?
Shahid, Sidharth-Kiara, Vikrant and Yash are taking their careers into their own hands: Reports
Kangana reacts as netizen points mistake in bhog preparation: Tum sirf khaane pe dhyaan do
Mumbai, Sep 5 (IANS) Actor and BJP MPKangana Ranautslammed a netizen who pointed out a mistake in her Janmashtami bhog preparation. On Friday, the 'Queen' actress dropped a video of herself preparing special bhog for the festival of Janmashtami at her Manali home, and one of the X (Previously known as Twitter) users commented that Kangana had not even switched on the gas to cook the bhog. The user also said that the utensil on which she was cooking was already black. Responding to the comment, the 'Tanu Weds Manu' actress hit back at the user saying, Yeh halwa nahi bhog hai (This is a separate dish), many ingredients are prepared separately and then all are mixed in this phase, before setting and then cutting it into pieces, cant expect cooking skills from people who are a burden on parents and the planet, tum sirf khaane pe dhyaan do (you focus on eating only) dont worry about cooking. (sic) Meanwhile, in the post uploaded by Kangana on Friday, she relived some fond memories of making the festive offering in the same kitchen as a kid. The video had the 'Emergency' actress saying in Hindi, Jai Shri Krishna. Today, on the occasion of Janmashtami, I am at my mother's home in Mandi. This is the same kitchen in Mandi where we used to make prasad for Lord Krishna during our childhood. Today, I am making the same bhog for Him. Today is also the birthday of my niece Kadambari, so on this occasion, I wish everyone a very happy Janmashtami. Kangana wore a beautiful white traditional outfit for the festival, accessorized with a small bindi and traditional earrings. The clip showed her standing in the kitchen, stirring a large pan containing the bhoj for Janmashtami celebrations.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 5: State Bank of India (SBI), nation's largest bank, today signed a Letter of Association with Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. to drive responsible plastic waste management across branches/offices of SBI. As part of the collaboration, Bisleri will carry out training and awareness sessions for SBI employees and housekeeping staff on responsible plastic waste management, collection of used plastic waste from SBI offices and sending for recycling.
Dahi Handi 2026: Mumbai records 118 injured govindas until 6 pm
Of the 118 injured govindas, five were admitted to hospitals, while 33 had been discharged after receiving treatment, the BMC said. The highest number of injured govindas was reported from KEM Hospital, where 29 were treated. Of them, 14 remained under treatment and 15 were discharged
IndiGo to launch daily Mumbai-Dar es Salaam flights in November
The expansion comes as the carrier reshapes its network, adding new routes while adjusting existing services based on customer demand
Dahi Handi Tragedy: 7-Year-Old Killed, Over 30 Injured In Mumbai
Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai turned tragic after a seven-year-old boy died in Malad West, while the BMC reported injuries to 32 Govindas.
Ten-year-old Arman Gupta came up with a creative solution to stop his mother from reprimanding him after an unintentional juice spill. He created a remote-controlled mopping machine that simultaneously cleans and dries floors. The gadget makes washing and drying surfaces more practical and effective by using detachable sponges for simple maintenance, according to a Better India report.
Russian Deputy Consul General highlights the importance of Putin and Modis relationship in strengthening India-Russia ties during a forum in Mumbai. Strong Personal Ties Between Putin and Modi Enhance India-Russia Relations, Says Russian Deputy Consul General
Maharashtra Dahi Handi festivities leave woman dead, 42 injured
Mumbai: A 45-year-old woman was crushed to death under an iron frame in Pune, while at least 32 Govindas were injured during Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai and 10 in Thane, officials said on Saturday. Salma Salauddin Pathan, a resident of the Old Sangavi area in Pimpri Chinchwad suburb of Pune, died after a temporary 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 .
Maharashtra: 7-Yr-Old Boy Among 2 Dead in Dahi Handi Celebrations
42 Govindas (Dahi Handi climbers) injured in Mumbai, Thane
Ganpati 2026: Mumbai Metro extends services on 3 corridors till midnight
Ganpati Mumbai Metro extends services on corridors till midnight
7-year-old boy dies during Dahi Handi celebration in Mumbai's Malad, another woman dies in Pune
In a shocking incident, a 7-year-old boy died during Dahi Handi celebration in Mumbai's Malad on Friday. The incident was reported when children were organising Dahi Handi celebration at Ekta Welfare Society in Chikuwari. The...
Dahi Handi festivities leave woman dead in Pune, 42 Govindas injured in Mumbai's Thane
Workers were dismantling the iron frame after the event organised by the Vighnaharta Mandal concluded, and a heavy portion fell on Pathan
Dahi Handi 2026 festivities: Seven-year-old killed after brick column collapses
According to officials, children were celebrating Dahi Handi on their own when the incident occurred. The rope holding the handi had been tied between a tree and a brick column of the ground-floor structure
7-year-old dies as brick column collapses during Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai
A seven-year-old boy tragically died during a local Dahi Handi celebration in Malad West. The accident occurred when a brick column collapsed on the child while playing. He was rushed to Malvani General Hospital for immediate medical attention. However, hospital authorities later confirmed the boy was declared brought dead. The incident took place at Ekta Welfare Society in Chikuwadi, Malvani.
Dahi Handi: Pune woman crushed to death as temporary iron structure collapses
The woman, a resident of Old Sangavi in Pimpri Chinchwad, died after a temporary iron structure constructed for a Dahi Handi event collapsed on her while it was being dismantled on Friday night. Workers were dismantling the structure after the event had concluded when a heavy portion fell on her
Cafu Joins Young Girls for Special Football Match in Mumbai
Brazilian football legend Cafu joined young girls from the Dreaming in Slums Foundation for a special match in Mumbai, inspiring them with his presence and love for the game.
Belgian PM Bart De Wevers Funny Take on Indias Food Secret
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever shared a light-hearted remark about the Indian secret of killing with food while speaking in Mumbai, praising the irresistible charm of Indian cuisine.
Only Hindus allowed in garba: Maharashtra VHP sets rules
Mumbai: The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has decided to bar Muslims from taking part in garba and dandiya events during next months Navratri festival across Maharashtra, and also set guidelines for the organisers to verify the Hindu identity of participants. These measures include checking the Aadhaar cards of attendees and applying tilak on their foreheads. 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 .
Jarange hardens stand; refuses water, medical treatment as hunger strike for quota enters 8th day
Manoj Jarange's Maratha quota stir continues for an eighth day as he refuses sustenance. He alleges the Maharashtra government has failed to implement promised assurances. Jarange demands a Government Resolution for Kunbi certificates by September 12. He plans to proceed to Mumbai if demands are not met. The activist insists on implementation before accepting any treatment.
Woman dies during Dahi Handi festivities in Pune, 22 'govindas' injured in Mumbai
VHP bars Muslims from garba, dandiya events in Maharashtra; issues Aadhaar, tilak guidelines
Dahi Handi 2026: 10 Govindas injured, admitted to two Thane hospitals
Ten Govindas were injured during Dahi Handi 2026 celebrations and admitted to two hospitals in Maharashtra's Thane, with injuries including fractures, head injuries and minor injuries, authorities said
Dahi Handi 2026 celebrations: 32 injured, 28 discharged across Mumbai hospitals
In the city hospitals, 29 injured Govindas were reported, of whom four are still under treatment and 25 have been discharged. Two injured Govindas were reported from the eastern suburbs, both of whom have been discharged. One injured Govinda was reported from the western suburbs and has also been discharged
Chunky Pandey recalls going to theatre in burqa to watch Zeenat Amans 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram'
Mumbai, Sept 5 (IANS) Actor Chunky Pandey revealed a hilarious teenage memory of going to extraordinary lengths to watch legendary actress Zeenat Aman on the big screen. He recalled how he eventually wore a burqa to enter a cinema hall and watch her 1978 film Satyam Shivam Sundaram. Chunky shared the anecdote on the dance reality show Indias Best Dancer Season 5, where Zeenat Aman appears as a special guest. Recalling his teenage years and the impact the actor had on him, Chunky said he was only 15 when he repeatedly tried to watch Satyam Shivam Sundaram, which was then an adult-rated film. Zeenat ji, aapko pata hai, main pehli baar ladki bhi aapki wajah se bana, I swear to God. Aapki jo film lagi thi Satyam Shivam Sundaram aur woh adult picture thi. Toh main 15 saal ka tha, toh maine teen-chaar baar koshish ki cinema theatre mein jaane ke liye. Hamesha mujhe bahar phenk dete the. Fir end mein maine burqa pehen ke chala gaya. (Zeenat ji, you know, I became a girl for the first time because of you, I swear to God. Your film Satyam Shivam Sundaram had released and it was an adult film. I was 15 years old, so I tried three or four times to enter the cinema theatre. They would always throw me out. Finally, I went wearing a burqa) The episode will also see choreographer and IBD judge Terence Lewis recall Zeenats influence on fashion. Speaking about her iconic look, Terence remembered her yellow sunglasses and the effortless style she carried. Zeenat ji, jo aapka yellow sunglasses the, aapne pehna, I cant forget that. It was so simple but so striking and you look awesome. I feel whole fashion has come back into that safe zone and those big sunglasses who styled you like this, he says. Zeenat, however, revealed that the striking look was her own creation. I just came back from Southern California and, may I say that, I styled it myself, she says. Zeenat also revisited memories from the shoot of Satyam Shivam Sundaram in Kathmandu, recalling the intense atmosphere on set and the large crowds of locals who would gather while the song was being filmed. Released in 1978, Satyam Shivam Sundaram: Love Sublime was directed by Raj Kapoor and starred Zeenat Aman and Shashi Kapoor in the lead roles. Zeenat played Rupa, a village woman whose appearance and beauty become central to the films exploration of love, perception and social attitudes, while Shashi Kapoor played Rajeev. The film is also remembered for its music, with the title track, Satyam Shivam Sundaram, becoming one of the most iconic songs of Hindi cinema.
Women Champions Trophy 2027 matches to be played in Mumbai & Vadodara
India will host the inaugural ICC Womens Champions Trophy from February 14 to 28 next year, with all matches to be played in Mumbai and Vadodara.The six-team tournament was initially scheduled to be held in Sri Lanka but has been shifted to India ...
Actor Harshvardhan Rane marked Teachers Day 2026 by acknowledging three people who have played an important role in his journey in the film industry. The actor shared a collage featuring pictures with John Abraham, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, and actor-acting coach Saurabh Sachdeva, describing them as his teachers and Godfathers. Sharing the post on social media, Harshvardhan wrote, To my teachers, my Godfathers. #HappyTeachersDay / - The post brought together three individuals connected to different stages of Harshvardhans career, from his early acting training to opportunities that helped him establish himself in Indian cinema. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Harshvardhan Rane (@harshvardhanrane) Harshvardhan Ranes association with John Abraham Harshvardhan has shared a longstanding professional and personal bond with John Abraham. Their association spans more than two decades, with Abraham also backing Harshvardhan as a producer for the 2022 romantic drama Tara Vs Bilal. Over the years, Harshvardhan has spoken about Johns role in supporting his aspirations as an actor. Saurabh Sachdeva was Harshvardhans acting coach Before entering mainstream cinema, Harshvardhan trained under Saurabh Sachdeva during Sachdevas stint as a senior acting coach at the Barry John Acting Studio in Mumbai. Their association eventually extended beyond the classroom. Harshvardhan and Sachdeva later worked together as actors in Bejoy Nambiars 2020 revenge drama Taish. Sachdeva played Sukhi in the film, while Harshvardhan essayed Pali. Ram Gopal Varma gave Harshvardhan early career opportunities Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma also holds a significant place in Harshvardhans early film career. One of his notable opportunities came with Varmas bilingual mystery thriller Anaamika, a remake of the Hindi film Kahaani. Harshvardhan played Ajay, the missing husband whose disappearance forms a central part of the story, opposite Nayanthara. Varma subsequently cast Harshvardhan as the romantic lead in 365 Days, a Telugu drama that explored the emotional complications and rapid deterioration of a modern marriage. Harshvardhan is also associated with Varmas latest project, Police Company, a crime thriller in which the actor has been cast in a lead role inspired by real-life Mumbai encounter specialist Daya Nayak. Also Read:Harshvardhan Rane on working with Ram Gopal Varma: If you love geniuses, you wont consider Sir a taskmaster
Prashant Ingole calls working with Descemer Bueno in Hone Do Bailando 'smooth as silk'
Mumbai, Sep 5 (IANS) Celebrated lyricist Prashant Ingole has joined forces with Global Music Icon Descemer Bueno for the first-ever Indo-Spanish Song 'Hone Do Bailando', which reached music lovers on September 4th. Sharing his experience of collaborating with Descemer Bueno, Prashant said that working with him turned out to be 'smooth as silk'. Working with Descemer is smooth as silk. A man who knows his art and his turf, keeps it to the point. I just shared my vision with him, and what I got in return was super amazing, complimenting lyrics in Spanish, Prashant Ingole said. Conceptualised and crafted by Prashant Ingole, 'Hone Do Bailando' brings together a perfect mix of Hindi and Spanish. The Spanish lyrics for the track have been penned and performed by Descemer Bueno, whereas Prashant Ingole has provided the Hindi words. Not just that, Descemer Bueno has also crooned the track, giving it an authentic Spanish flavour. Accompaying Descemer Bueno in the vocals was Flori in a powerful voice. Creating a shared musical experience, 'Hone Do Bailando' transcends geographical and cultural boundaries. As a lyricist, Prashant Ingole is credited with many peppy and energetic numbers such as 'Party On My Mind' from the movie 'Race 2', 'Ziddi Dil' from 'Mary Kom', 'Malhari' from 'Bajirao Mastani', 'Pal' from 'Jalebi', and 'Utth Ja Ziddi Re' from '83', naming just a few. Adding another feather to his cap, his work on 'Gajanana' from Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Bajirao Mastani' was part of the musical achievement recognised by Guinness World Records. Coming to Descemer Bueno, the acclaimed Cuban singer, songwriter, and musician is best known across the globe for cowriting and performing on Enrique Iglesiass hit number 'Bailando', which came out in 2014. During his career spanning jazz, hiphop, fusion, and Latin pop, he has also been a part of some chart-topping songs such as 'Bailando' and 'Bailamos'.
Dahi Handi: Woman dies in Pune, 22 'govindas' hurt in Mumbai
A 45-year-old woman was tragically crushed to death in Pune after an iron structure from a Dahi Handi event collapsed during dismantling, while 22 'govindas' sustained injuries in Mumbai's Dahi Handi celebrations.
Delhi vs Mumbai: How monsoon kept them on edge and which one got more rain
Delhi vs Mumbai How monsoon kept them on edge and which one got more rain
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 4: Navi Mumbai-based FMCG company Melting Pot Food Products Pvt Ltd has officially announced that Indias celebrated culinary expert and restaurateur Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi has
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 5: Aspire Circle and Aspire Impact have launched Fast Moving Consumer Goods: An ESG Performance Framework, a new research publication under the Impact Future Project (IFP), a thought-leadership initiative supported by Capgemini. The publication brings together 19 senior ESG, sustainability and business leaders to develop a sector-specific approach to measuring ESG performance and assessing ESG risks and opportunities.
Can artistes stay ahead of the algorithm?
At CultureCon 2026, held recently at Mumbais National Centre for the Performing Arts, musicians and cultural leaders debated what technology can replicate and what remains distinctly human
New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Teachers Day honoured the memory of his late father, Ramesh Tendulkar, by announcing the Professor Ramesh Tendulkar Memorial Fellowship, an initiative aimed at supporting young doctors specialising in cleft and craniofacial care in Srinagar. Under the initiative, one Doctor of Medicine (MD) will receive financial support each year for a year-long opportunity to specialise in cleft and craniofacial care in Srinagar. The fellow will also receive a certificate from the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation after completing the programme. Announcing the fellowship on Teachers Day, Tendulkar reflected on the influence his father had on his life and career, saying his journey was shaped at home long before he became known as a cricketer. When I think about the people who shaped my journey, I do not begin with a cricket ground or a coach. I begin at home, Tendulkar said in a statement released by STF. Ramesh Tendulkar was a professor, writer, and poet, but his son remembered him primarily as a mentor who allowed him to choose his own path while ensuring that he understood the importance of character. My father, Ramesh Tendulkar, was a writer, poet, and professor, but more a mentor, a guide to many, including me. He gave me the freedom to pursue cricket while reminding me that success should never come at the cost of character, he said. Tendulkar recalled one of the lessons his father gave him during his childhood. Failure is okay, but cheating is not. Never take shortcuts, he recalled. The former India batter said his father recognised his passion and potential but never tried to dictate what he should become. I was simply a boy who loved playing cricket. My father saw something more. He did not try to decide what I should become. Instead, he gave me the space and support to discover it for myself, Tendulkar said. He said this experience shaped his belief in the importance of teachers and mentors in helping young people recognise their abilities. That, in many ways, is what a great teacher or mentor does. They recognise a possibility in you before you can recognise it yourself, he said. Tendulkar said the fellowship was an extension of the values his father stood for and an effort to create opportunities for others. For me, this is more than a fellowship. It is a way of carrying forward something my father deeply believed in, that education creates opportunity, and that opportunity becomes truly meaningful when it is used to serve others, he said. According to the 53-year-old, talent is widespread in the country, but many youngsters do not get access to the right coaches, mentors, learning environments, or healthcare support needed to develop their potential. My father gave me the confidence to find my own path. He dedicated his life to educating and guiding others, and I hope we can create that same sense of possibility for others, he said. Through the fellowship, Tendulkar hopes to carry his fathers legacy beyond his own life and provide young healthcare professionals with an opportunity to develop specialised skills that can benefit others. The lessons of a teacher may begin with one student, but their influence can travel much further, from one life to another and from one generation to the next, he said. Ramesh Tendulkar played a big role in shaping Sachin's career, giving him freedom to choose his path. He suffered a fatal heart attack and died at his home in Mumbai in 1999, aged 68 years old.
Mirzapur movie box office: Budget, hit target, day 1 collection
Mumbai: The much-awaited transition of the popular Mirzapur franchise from OTT to the big screen has finally happened. Mirzapur: The Movie, directed by Gurmmeet Singh and produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, hit cinemas on September 4 and has opened to a strong response from audiences. The film, which is available in Hindi 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 .
Dadabhai Naoroji portrait gets starring role at National Portrait Gallery
The portrait of Dadabhai Naoroji, which gathered grime and dust over many decades in the India Club restaurant in The Strand, has been restored by the Courtauld Institute of Art and gone on display at the National Portrait Gallery in London. It is causing quite a bit of excitement in the British Asian community at large and among Parsis in particular. The latter are small in number but, like the late Ratan Tata and Adar Poonawalla of the Serum Institute of India, hugely influential. Those who admired the restored Naoroji portrait in its new home included Malcolm Deboo, president of the Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe, and Lord Karan Bilimoria, the first Parsi to enter the House of Lords, who said: I was very happy to see the portrait and it made me feel very proud. Naorojis significance as Britains first Asian MP has been recognised by putting up his portrait in the gallerys second floor in room 23 which is labelled, Empire and Resistance, 18501914. Naoroji, who belonged to the Parsi community, was born in India in 1825. After his period in Britain, he returned to India to continue the struggle for Indian independence, served as president of the Indian National Congress on three separate occasions, and came to be revered as the grand old man of India. He died in India in 1917. Restored portrait of Dadabhai Naoroji Amit Roy The 756 x 615 x 24 mm painting is on a three-year loan from Yadgar Marker, who ran the India Club for 26 years on a long lease, together with his daughter, Phiroza. The India Club was forced to close in 2023 after the freeholders, Marston Properties, said they wanted to turn the building into a luxury hotel, though the place still remains boarded up. Next to the portrait, which went up on display on Wednesday, 2 September, is a caption with details of the oil on canvas painting, Dadabhai Naoroji, 1825-1917, By Sorab M. Pithawalla, done in 1946. It said: Dadabhai Naoroji was one of the first Asian people to become a British MP [he was, in fact, the first], representing Londons Finsbury Central between 1892 and 1895. Having moved from India to Britain in 1855, he became one of the leading critics of British colonial rule. His influential drain theory argued that Britains extraction of wealth from India was driving the countrys poverty. It helped to lay the intellectual foundations for the movement towards self-government. Painted in 1946, a year before Indian Independence, this posthumous portrait by the Bombay (now Mumbai) artist Sorab M. Pithawalla was probably based on a photograph. The son of a portrait artist, Pithawalla belonged to the Western academic tradition that developed in colonial India through British art schools. The framed portrait was sent to London to hang in the India Club, first in Charing Cross and later on the Strand, just a short walk from the National Portrait Gallery. The Club was a renowned meeting place and restaurant for the Indian diaspora and anti-colonial campaigners. Displayed on its walls, Naorojis portrait became a symbol of the pioneering political ideas that continued to inspire the struggle for justice and independence. Yadgar Marker Amit Roy The lenders name is given as Yadgar Markers son, Rustom Marker. Rustom was not present last week but Yadgar Markers wife, Freny, attended, along with his daughters, Arnaz and Phiroza, and grandson, Jai. To the right of Naorojis portrait is large painting of Queen Victoria handing over a Bible to an African. It has been described as a troubling painting. Victoria was in many ways a kindly and radical woman who resisted racism and cared for her overseas subjects but the painting does sum up the underlying philosophy that freedom fighters like Naoroji were up against. The oil on canvas, done in 1862-3 by Thomas Jones Barker, is called The Secret of Englands Greatness (Queen Victoria Presenting a Bible in the Audience Chamber at Windsor. A caption says: A Bible is suspended in motion between the hand of Queen Victoria (1819-1901) and that of an exoticized African man. He may be based on Ali bin Nasr, governor of Mombasa who attended Victorias coronation in 1838 and visited again in 1842. They almost (but will never) touch as he reaches up to receive the gift of Christianity, the secret of Englands greatness. Lord Karan Bilimoria (left) and Malcolm Deboo Amit Roy This is the title of Thomas Jones Barkers painting. It shows an imagined scene based on an 1850s anecdote about Queen Victoria receiving an unnamed African ambassador. When he asked how Britain had become so powerful, she responded, handing him a Bible: this is the Secret of Englands Greatness. In Victorian times, greatness was linked to a sense of Christian duty. This helped justify British colonialism as a civilising mission, supporting the belief that religious conversion brought about global improvement. Here, the black man likely represents Africa in the most general sense, a continent over which Britain was exercising huge imperial influence. His pose also recalls earlier Abolitionist depictions of enslaved Africans begging for freedom, positioning him at the bottom of a hierarchy that favoured white Christian power. The Empire and Resistance, 18501914 display explores how Victorian portraiture promoted the British Empire as global power and civilisation, while also highlighting the challenges, colonial realities, and resistance to that rule. Key personalities on display include military leaders and colonial administrators alongside people living under imperial rule, critics of colonialism, and figures of resistance. Examples include the cricketer Prince Ranji; Lord Kitchener; Lord Curzon; the Prince of Wales in India (the future King Edward VII); Sir Richard Francis Burton; and Lord Palmerston. Naorojis portrait, which has almost a luminescent quality after being cleaned up, is the latest addition to the room. Many conservators and academics were involved in the restoration of the portrait, it was made clear by Dr Sarah Moulden, senior curator, 19th-century collections, at the NPG. She said: Theres such an amazing community here. There are colleagues from the Courtauld and also City & Guilds, colleagues from the National Portrait Gallerys conservation department here. Its been such a group effort; of course, from Yadgar and his family as well to get this amazing painting on the wall. The Secret of England's Greatness. Queen Victoria presenting a Bible in the Audience Chamber at Windsor. By Thomas Jones Barker Amit Roy Moulden, who did her BA and MA from the Courtauld, has previously explained that her interests focus on British portraiture of the long 19th century across all media, particularly portraitures role in promoting imperial ideology in an age of empire. This research has underpinned the Empire and Resistance room at the National Portrait Gallery, which reopened in 2023 after a major redevelopment project involving a comprehensive redisplay and reinterpretation of the collection. Last week, she said: What we love about this painting is that it is allowing us to put Dadabhai Naoroji on the walls in a much more permanent way than were ever able to do (before) because the representations we have of Naoroji at the National Portrait Gallery are photographic, or they are in drawings, and those are very light-sensitive media, which means we have to swap them every few months. He sits in this gallery, which is known as Empire and Resistance, that thinks about how figures both within Britain and beyond resisted the ideas of empire and resisted the idea that empire was something that happened outside of Britain. She expanded on the drain theory propounded by Naoroji, which sets out how British colonial rule systematically extracted wealth, resources and goods from India without providing adequate economic or material returns. Naoroji, she said, was sticking up for people who felt injustice. That wasnt just people from the Indian subcontinent in Britain and in India, but it was women. It was people from Ireland. It was all people who were experiencing empire in quite negative ways. And so hes a hugely important figure for us, and to be able to show him in a painting is incredible. Sarah Moulden Amit Roy Moulden went on: What I think our visitors will be so excited about is the incredible story of this painting, and that it was made in what was then Bombay in 1946, a year before independence, a year before partition. Then it comes to the India Club in (41 Craven Street near) Charing Cross, just a spitting distance from the National Portrait Gallery. And then it then stood (in 143-145 The Strand) next to the Courtauld where I trained in the early 2000s and went often. I probably saw this, but was unaware at the time, which is this amazing personal story for me. She added: This is just another evidence of how important Naorojis image is, even though this is made after his death. Naorojis image is in the UK, and to have him in the National Portrait Gallery in a painted portrait it is bigger than some of the portraits that we have on display here is testament to the role he played in British history, but also what role he plays now. So Im so grateful to you, Yadgar and your family, for putting this on long-term loan. The other amazing thing to say about this portrait is that it was a big collaboration. The Courtauld and City & Guild (which restored the original frame) have made this displayable in a national gallery. I want to thank colleagues from the Courtauld and from City & Guilds who are here today because youve done a really amazing job to get it back to its former glory. Marker read out a prepared statement: Today is a very happy occasion for all of us to come here to this prestigious institution, the National Portrait Gallery, to honour the installation of a very fine painting of an extremely remarkable man, Dadabhai Naoroji. We are all aware of Naorojis achievements, probably the greatest Zoroastrian of our time scholar, priest, professor, politician, and freedom fighter. Not only being a pioneer of the Indian freedom movement, but also an inspiration for freedom movements all over the world. Those he thanked included Moulden; Katherine Robson, collections registrar at NPG whose advice I always accepted and assiduously followed; Sally Higgs, who trained as a painting conservator at the Courtauld and works part time at the NPG; and Pippa Balch, paintings conservator and senior lecturer in the department of conservation at the Courtauld who continually advised and updated me on the restorations progress. Pippa Balch Amit Roy Last but not least he expressed his most heartfelt gratitude to the people who were most hands on in restoring the portrait under under a programme known as Painting Pairs. They were MA conservation of easel paintings student Ursula Griffiths and MA history of art student Benjamin Singer. Balch said: This has been an absolutely wonderful project, exactly the kind of project we love at Courtauld, a painting with a fantastic history. We absolutely loved the India Club. It gave us (and) Ursula a very challenging and interesting project, and were pleased with the results. And we were really pleased that the City & Guilds students collaborated and worked on the frame. So, lots of people were involved. Its actually very nice that were here together because you really are reminded of how many people it takes to bring something together like this. Griffiths also told the gathering: This has been such a fantastic collaboration opportunity. I really thank you, Yadgar, for making this happen, and everyone at the NPG. It was such a joy to be able to complete the conservation work of such an interesting painting of such an interesting figure. What this painting showed us through the technical analysis and through the art historical research, that was done by my colleague Ben, is the painting technique and its history, and all the interplaying parts that come together to make this painting so interesting. Working on all those aspects was just wonderful. And he looks really great here with this lovely coloured (green) wall and a lovely frame, which was very kindly taken on by City & Guilds. It looks absolutely gorgeous, and does Naoroji justice. Afterwards, Griffiths spoke to Eastern Eye, explaining the work she had done in restoring the portrait. She said her mother had visited the India Club when she had worked in the science section of the Courtauld. But it was about to shut by the time she herself joined the Courtauld as an MA student (she has since qualified). Given the painting had hung in the India Club for 77 years, she found it was in remarkably good condition, and there were very few areas where it needed to be touched up with new paint. Ultra violet and X-rays were taken to assess the location and exact nature of the damage. A microscope was also used to identify some flaking of the paint. She and Singer also did extensive research on Sorab Pithawalla (1911-1959) and his technique, and found that his father, Manchershaw Fakirjee Pithawalla (18721937), was an even more eminent artist who was the first Indian to have a solo exhibition in Britain. Griffiths, who read art history as an undergraduate at Trinity Hall, Cambridge, before coming to the Courtauld, said: Considering everything, it was in fantastic condition and I had very few areas that I had to put new paint back on where there was paint lost. In terms of the cleaning, though, it was very difficult because the painting is unvarnished. Theres nothing between the sensitive paint and the dirt layer that had formed on the surface. It wasnt protected. It makes the cleaning more difficult because you have to find something that will tackle that very thick layer of dirt. I used a combination of organic and aqueous solvents. We used very small cotton swabs to apply the cleaning mixture onto the surface and remove the dirt carefully. The testing phase to find the right method of cleaning took a couple of months, and the cleaning itself took another few months. The loss of the original paint was mainly in the background, especially near the frame, which was repaired and cleaned. In the touching up process, she used modern synthetic resin-based paint, which allows it to be taken off in the future very easily in comparison to the original paint underneath. So, everything we do is reversible. We use dry pigments that we mix in this easily removable binder to match the surrounding paint perfectly. The original painting was not protected by a resin-based varnish but had an oiling out layer. This essentially acts as a varnish wood, but its an oil thats put across the surface. Now Ive put on a modern varnish that will protect the surface, but is also easily removable because the paint underneath is quite sensitive. Ursula Griffths Amit Roy Griffiths found traces of nicotine on the painting because smoking was allowed in restaurants and public spaces [before the ban in 2007]. There was also a splash of food on the right of his jacket. Whether it was bhuna lamb, masala dosa or prawn curry three of the most popular dishes at the India Club will forever remain a mystery.
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