Deepti Naval recalls Nana Patekar making her rehearse first Marathi dialogue a million times
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 28 (IANS) Actor Deepti Naval recalled working with late veteran actor Nana Patekar in the Marathi film Suryodaya. The actress quipped that the veteran actor had made her rehearse her first Marathi dialogue a million times. Deepti shared a video clip from the film on her social media account and recalled shooting in a village near Nagpur. She said her first Marathi dialogue comprised three words, Gadva kuthhe thevayicha, which translates to Where are we going to keep the donkeys? Recalling the experience, the actor wrote, And Nana made me rehearse these three words a million times! She also described the film as a gem and urged her followers to watch it on YouTube. Suryodaya, a Marathi film released in 1991, featured Nana Patekar and Deepti Naval. The film revolved around a group of nomadic people in Maharashtra who dream of having permanent homes, and are misled into believing that the government will build concrete houses for them if they burn their temporary huts. Earlier, Deepti had also shared a still with Nana from filmmaker Goutam Ghoses film Yatra, captioning it, A moment between Nana and me.... from Gautam Ghoshs film Yatra. For the uninitiated, Nana Patekar passed away on October 8, 2026, at the age of 75, following a cardiac arrest in Goa. Deepti had earlier paid tribute to the actor, remembering him as a true artiste and expressing that she would always miss the child in him. Remembering him fondly, she had written, Farewell Nana... You will always be remembered as a true artiste... Rest in peace my dear Nana... I will always miss the child in you!
Cops invoke MCOCA against all accused in Tiger Shroff firing case
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Rajiv Rai Says Mohra May Not Release In Mumbai Amid Ramayana Buzz
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Uorfi Javed Accuses Mumbai Housing Society Of Harassment
ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Uorfi Javed Accuses Mumbai Housing Society Of Harassment Indian actress Uorfi Javed has accused a Mumbai housing society of harassment over a new rule for shooting content. The post Uorfi Javed Accuses Mumbai Housing Society Of Harassment appeared first on DESIblitz .
Hyderabad Senior Women Lose Again at T20 Tourney
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BMC warns builders of strict action over construction dust, orders checks on air quality sensors
Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Bhide said developers and contractors were responsible for controlling dust generated at construction sites and on adjoining roads
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 27: Aleph, a global leader accelerating digital advertising and fintech solutions across more than 130 high-growth markets, today announced the appointment of Medhavi Singh as its new Country Head for India. The appointment signals Aleph's commitment to India's digital economy, a market it sees as pivotal to the pace of digital growth right across APAC.
Piramal Pharma swings to 5 crore profit in Q2 as revenue rises 28%
The Mumbai-based pharmaceutical company recorded higher operating revenue during the quarter, while its total expenses also increased year-on-year
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Tribals protest demolition drive on Kharghar hill after man found dead
Hyderabad overtakes Delhi, Mumbai in office leasing as Wise, DE Shaw sign big deals
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Protesters in Mumbai get show-cause notices to sign peace bonds
Tribals-farmers march near Mumbai called off after talks with Maharashtra govt
Maharashtra to review clean air fund use, plans reallocation across cities
After five years behind bars, man acquitted of robbery-murder on Mumbai local train
Truck driver held with booze worth 21L on Delhi-Mumbai e-way
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Maharashtra reviews clean air fund use, plans reallocation across cities
Maharashtra orders no deletion of reserved playgrounds without replacement
MCOCA invoked against accused in Tiger Shroff firing case
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Railways to launch door-to-door parcel services
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VJTI students protest over hostel conditions after students death, demand rectors resignation
146 Players, 27 Slots: WPL Teams Gear Up for Auction Day
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Shilpa Rao concert row: Kutle Khan issues clarification amid backlash
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) Folk singer Kutle Khan has issued a clarification with regards to the recent controversy at the Bollywood Music Project (BMP) in Mumbai. On October 24, playback singer Shilpa Rao's performance was abruptly cut short, as the input from her mic was turned off. Kutle Khan faced criticism after his set began while Shilpa was trying to address the audience. He has now shared his side of the story. On Tuesday, he took to his Instagram, and that the incident was not his doing. He shared that all the artists had been given fixed time slots and that he had followed the instructions of the festival organisers. He said in the video, I would like to clarify about my performance and Shilpa ji's performance on social media for two days. What actually happened there? All the respected artistes who had come, their timing was fixed. And Shilpa ji's timing was also fixed. And in between, their mic was switched off, the lights were switched off. I don't know how this happened. And it shouldn't have happened at all. And it shouldn't have happened at all from our side. Either the festival people know or their engineers know. And the second thing is that my set was of 20 minutes, they cut that and said that yours is of 1 minute. So I said, No problem, as the festival people are saying, I have to do it. So I started the show 8 minutes late. In between, Shilpa ji said from another stage that Kutli ji, you are singing well, I want to say thank you to the audience. I stopped my set, and said Okay. So in between, they were saying thank you, I stopped the set. And the sound is towards the audience, the mixer is towards the audience, I could hear in the in-ear that Kutli ji, start, start. So I started. And Shilpa ji is a very good friend of mine, like my sister. And what is happening on social media right now, this troll that is going on, is very bad. It shouldn't happen at all. And that's it. This is the clarity. Thank you so much, he added.
Mumbai local row: CR mulls opening staff-only special local to public after doors kept locked
Mumbai crime: Youth attacked with sword, machete in Govandi; three held
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Mumbai airport operations disrupted due to system outage, 327 flights delayed
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Maharashtra minister orders strict checks on Rapido, Ola and Uber drivers
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Street plays to student sessions: Navi Mumbai ACB steps up anti-graft drive
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Jio IPO Listing May Boost Financial Services Shares
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SRK and Kareena Kapoor reunite for King song shoot in Mumbai
EPS Pension Hike: Minimum Pension May Increase by
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Central Employees to Receive Diwali Bonus
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Retirement Health Options for Railway Employees
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Mumbai Metro Line 12A gets cabinet nod; Rs 13,856-crore project targets 3.5-year deadline
Mumbai airport switches to manual processing after network glitch, flight ops unaffected
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Mumbai water alert: BMC issues 7-day boil-and-filter advisory for THESE wards
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) With the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 player auction set to take place in Kochi on Wednesday, UP Warriorz are heading into the player selection process with a strong core already in place and a clear idea of what they want from the remaining squad spots. The Warriorz have retained 11 players ahead of the auction, built around a mix of international experience, seasoned Indian players and promising young talent. Former Australia captain Meg Lanning, compatriot Phoebe Litchfield, Englands Sophie Ecclestone and USA international Tara Norris make up the overseas group, while Deepti Sharma leads the Indian core alongside Harleen Deol, Pratika Rawal and Shikha Pandey. Young Indian players Kranti Gaud, Shipra Giri and Simran Shaikh complete the retained list. With that foundation secured, the focus now moves to the seven slots still available, two of them for overseas players. For the Warriorz, the auction is less about chasing big names and more about finding players who fit defined roles within the teams structure and add depth across a long tournament. Head coach Abhishek Nayar, who took charge ahead of the 2026 season, said the retained group gives the team a firm platform to build on. We have a strong group in place, and the players understand our environment and what we want to achieve. At the auction, we are not looking at it as a chance to simply add names. We want players who complement what we already have, who give us options with both bat and ball, and who can handle different roles depending on the match situation. Balance and flexibility will be very important for us, said Abhishek Nayar, head coach, UP Warriorz. We have also been clear about our belief in Indian talent. There are players in the auction pool who are hungry to improve and are ready for the demands of this level. If we can identify the right ones and give them the right platform, that is good for the team and for their development as well, he added. Kshemal Waingankar, COO & director of cricket, Capri Sports, said the franchises approach at the auction will stay consistent with the thinking behind its retentions. We went into the retentions with a clear idea of the kind of team we want to build, and the auction is a continuation of that. We have a core that gives us quality and experience, and now it is about adding the right pieces around it. We will be disciplined and stay true to our plan rather than being drawn into decisions that do not fit the squad, said Kshemal Waingankar, COO & Director of Cricket, Capri Sports. Our aim is to build a team that can perform consistently, and to keep creating an environment where Indian talent can grow and make its mark at the highest level, he added. The Warriorz will enter the WPL 2027 auction with the objective of completing a well-rounded squad around their established core, as they prepare for another competitive campaign.
WPL auction 2027 tomorrow: Whats on each teams shopping list, purse and slots remaining
The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction is scheduled to take place in Kochi on October 28, with five franchises vying to fill 27 vacant squad positions ahead of the new season. UP Warriorz enter the auction with the largest remaining purse of Rs 3.75 crore, while Mumbai Indians face tighter budget constraints. The franchises will look to strengthen their squads through strategic acquisitions, balancing player requirements against their remaining budgets.
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WPL 2027: G. Kamalini Fully Available As Four New Names Added To Player Auction Pool
Delhi Premier League: Four more players have been added to the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction list at the request of the five franchises, while India wicketkeeper-batter G. Kamalini will be available for the entire season, a source told IANS. The new entrants in the 2027 WPL auction pool, which now stands at 150 players, are Delhi all-rounders Medhavi Bidhuri and Samaira Raghav, New Zealand pacer Bree Illing and Uttar Pradesh bowler Avanya Jain. The auction will start at 5:30 pm in Kochi on Wednesday. Yes, during the auction briefing held today, the late addition of four players was made, and all five teams were informed about it. All five teams were also told that G Kamalini is fully available for the 2027 WPL season as she will not be playing in the 2027 U-19 World Cup, which was the case before, further said the source to IANS on Tuesday. Kamalinis availability for 2027 WPL had been in question before she was understood to be in contention for next years Under-19 World Cup, which directly clashes with the tournaments fifth season running from January 14 to February 7. Two-time winners, Mumbai Indians had released Kamalini, who had a contract of Rs 1.1 crore, during last months retention deadline. But with Kamalini, who has set her base price at Rs 40 lakhs, fully available for the WPL, it means that she can get a good payday at the auction, where 27 slots are to be filled, and wicketkeeper-batters will be in great demand. While Medhavi, who bowls leg-spin, has gone viral for her 6-7 celebration in the Delhi Premier League (WPL) womens competition, Samaira is coming off a good showing in the U19 Womens T20 Trophy and is also believed to be selected for the U19 Womens T20 Challengers tournament, which prompted her late addition to the WPL auction pool. The 2027 WPL auction will open with a full round of capped players, and is followed by a full round of uncapped players. After the 50th player, the accelerated rounds may begin. With each teams overall purse at Rs 15 crore, UP Warriorz, who finished last in 2026 and have never reached the final in four seasons, have the most to spend at Rs 3.75 crore. The Meg Lanning-led side has eight slots to fill -- five Indian and three overseas spots. Gujarat Giants have a purse of Rs 1.25 crore available to fill three slots -- one of which is overseas. Defending champions and two-time winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru have Rs 1.15 crore available to fill five slots -- two of which are overseas. Four-time runners-up Delhi Capitals have Rs 1.10 crore in hand to fill five slots -- one of which is overseas. Mumbai Indians have Rs 90 lakh purse available to fill six Indian player slots. Australias T20 World Cup-winning captain Sophie Molineux, who has listed herself at a base price of Rs 50 lakh, and Jess Jonassen, who missed the 2026 season with a shoulder injury, are the biggest overseas names in the auction pool. Scotland wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Bryce is another name that will keep five teams interested, as well as Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana. Uncapped batters Vrinda Dinesh, Gongadi Trisha, Saanika Chalke, and Mumbais 15-year-old batting sensation Ira Jadhav could draw strong bidding interest from the five franchises. Australias T20 World Cup-winning captain Sophie Molineux, who has listed herself at a base price of Rs 50 lakh, and Jess Jonassen, who missed the 2026 season with a shoulder injury, are the biggest overseas names in the auction pool. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
G. Kamalini fully available as four new names added to WPL 2027 auction pool
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) Four more players have been added to the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction list at the request of the five franchises, while India wicketkeeper-batter G. Kamalini will be available for the entire season, a source told IANS. The new entrants in the 2027 WPL auction pool, which now stands at 150 players, are Delhi all-rounders Medhavi Bidhuri and Samaira Raghav, New Zealand pacer Bree Illing and Uttar Pradesh bowler Avanya Jain. The auction will start at 5:30 pm in Kochi on Wednesday. Yes, during the auction briefing held today, the late addition of four players was made, and all five teams were informed about it. All five teams were also told that G Kamalini is fully available for the 2027 WPL season as she will not be playing in the 2027 U-19 World Cup, which was the case before, further said the source to IANS on Tuesday. Kamalinis availability for 2027 WPL had been in question before she was understood to be in contention for next years Under-19 World Cup, which directly clashes with the tournaments fifth season running from January 14 to February 7. Two-time winners, Mumbai Indians had released Kamalini, who had a contract of Rs 1.1 crore, during last months retention deadline. But with Kamalini, who has set her base price at Rs 40 lakhs, fully available for the WPL, it means that she can get a good payday at the auction, where 27 slots are to be filled, and wicketkeeper-batters will be in great demand. While Medhavi, who bowls leg-spin, has gone viral for her 6-7 celebration in the Delhi Premier League (WPL) womens competition, Samaira is coming off a good showing in the U19 Womens T20 Trophy and is also believed to be selected for the U19 Womens T20 Challengers tournament, which prompted her late addition to the WPL auction pool. The 2027 WPL auction will open with a full round of capped players, and is followed by a full round of uncapped players. After the 50th player, the accelerated rounds may begin. With each teams overall purse at Rs 15 crore, UP Warriorz, who finished last in 2026 and have never reached the final in four seasons, have the most to spend at Rs 3.75 crore. The Meg Lanning-led side has eight slots to fill -- five Indian and three overseas spots. Gujarat Giants have a purse of Rs 1.25 crore available to fill three slots -- one of which is overseas. Defending champions and two-time winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru have Rs 1.15 crore available to fill five slots -- two of which are overseas. Four-time runners-up Delhi Capitals have Rs 1.10 crore in hand to fill five slots -- one of which is overseas. Mumbai Indians have Rs 90 lakh purse available to fill six Indian player slots. Australias T20 World Cup-winning captain Sophie Molineux, who has listed herself at a base price of Rs 50 lakh, and Jess Jonassen, who missed the 2026 season with a shoulder injury, are the biggest overseas names in the auction pool. Scotland wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Bryce is another name that will keep five teams interested, as well as Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana. Uncapped batters Vrinda Dinesh, Gongadi Trisha, Saanika Chalke, and Mumbais 15-year-old batting sensation Ira Jadhav could draw strong bidding interest from the five franchises. Jess, though, is down with a neck injury, which has ruled her out of the upcoming WBBL. Though her return to play is set for the new year, it may be too close to comfort for teams to pick her for 2027 WPL. Ira's availability for WPL 2027 will also be doubtful if she is selected for India's U-19 Women's T20 World Cup squad.
Indian Navy, Singapore Navy wrap up SIMBEX-2026 with multi-domain warfare drills
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Kutle Khan clarifies what happened during Shilpa Raos performance
Kutle Khan has addressed the controversy over Shilpa Raos abruptly cut-short performance at the Bollywood Music Project in Mumbai. He said he followed the organisers instructions and denied any role in her microphone and stage lights being switched off
Mumbai airport reports network glitch, authorities say no impact on flights operations so far
Preliminary reports suggested that a massive chaos was on Tuesday erupted at Mumbai airport after network glitch and affected flight operations of IndiGo and Air India since 7:05 pm. Check-in processes have also slowed down but have not come to a halt. The Mumbai airport said the teams are working to resolve the issue, while all systems have been switched to manual mode as a precautionary measure, following protocol. At this time, various passengers reported facing confusion over gate changes, while crew delays and slow boarding scanners have added to the disruption. HOwever, Mumbai airport saidno impact on airport and flights operations has been recorded due to this development.
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Ticket checker manhandled by couple at CSMT in Mumbai, FIR registered
Uorfi Javed gets into ugly fight with security guard, video viral
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Maha to receive 5 TMC water from Ukai Dam under Narmada Water Award: CM Fadnavis
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) In a major boost to Maharashtra's water share, directions have been issued to provide 5 TMC (Thousand Million Cubic feet) of water to the state from the Ukai Dam, in accordance with the Narmada Water Disputes Tribunal Award. The decision was finalised during a high-level review committee meeting of the Narmada Control Authority, following strong representations made by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Union Minister for Jal Shakti, C R Patil, issued immediate instructions to facilitate the release of water following the Chief Minister's demand. Under the original Narmada Water Disputes Tribunal Award, Maharashtra was sanctioned a total share of 10 TMC of water, comprising 5 TMC to be routed through the Narmada-Tapi diversion canal scheme and 5 TMC to be drawn directly from the Ukai Dam. CM Fadnavis highlighted that the decision to release water in accordance with regulations was previously agreed upon in a joint meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah. CM presented Maharashtra's stance alongside an update on the state's obligations toward the Narmada project, said the government release. CM Fadnavis reiterated Maharashtra's right to its designated share of water from the Ukai Dam. As per the decision taken during the earlier meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Maharashtra is entitled to receive its share of water from the Ukai Dam in accordance with the award regulations. We requested the Union Minister and the Gujarat Chief Minister to grant formal approval for the same, he said. Following the presentation, Union Minister C R Patil affirmed Maharashtra's right and issued necessary directives to ensure the immediate release of the state's share of water.
Amid water crisis, illegal tapping from MIDC pipeline exposed in Dombivli
JSW Infra's Q2 profit falls 12 pc on forex losses
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) JSW Infrastructure on Tuesday reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 318 crore for the quarter ended September 2026 (Q2 FY27), down 12 per cent from Rs 361 crore in the corresponding period last financial year (Q2 FY26). The company attributed the decline primarily to unrealised foreign exchange losses arising from the depreciation of the rupee. Despite the fall in profit, the company delivered robust revenue growth during the quarter. Revenue from operations rose 17 per cent year-on-year to Rs 1,481 crore, compared with Rs 1,266 crore in the year-ago period, according to its stock exchange filing. The company's earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) increased 11 per cent to Rs 675 crore from Rs 610 crore a year earlier. However, EBITDA margin narrowed to 45.58 per cent from 48.17 per cent in the corresponding quarter of FY26. JSW Infrastructure maintained a healthy balance sheet, reporting a net cash position of Rs 1,693 crore at the end of the quarter. Gross debt stood at Rs 7,292 crore, while cash and bank balances amounted to Rs 8,985 crore. The company's cargo handling performance remained strong during the quarter. Total cargo volumes reached 29.4 million tonnes, while India operations recorded an 8 per cent year-on-year increase in volumes. Growth was driven by improved capacity utilisation at the Paradip Coal, Ennore Bulk and Mangalore Coal terminals, along with contributions from interim operations at the Tuticorin Bulk Terminal and Kolkata Container Terminal. The company noted that overall growth was partially offset by a challenging operating environment at the Fujairah Liquid Terminal and lower volumes at Jaigarh Port and the Paradip Iron Ore Terminal. The ports business continued to be the largest contributor to revenue. Operational revenue from the ports segment rose 9 per cent year-on-year to Rs 1,202 crore during the quarter, supported by volume growth, higher ancillary services revenue and the depreciation of the rupee. Segment EBITDA increased 2 per cent to Rs 594 crore, as per its regulatory filing. The logistics business emerged as a key growth driver, with revenue from operations surging to Rs 279 crore from Rs 163 crore in the year-ago quarter. EBITDA margin in the segment expanded significantly to 28.9 per cent from 15.2 per cent, aided by the increasing contribution of the rail logistics business.
FDA crackdown: Expired food, unlabelled products worth Rs 25.54 lakh seized
The statewide crackdown covered all divisions, with officials flagging violations such as unhygienic manufacturing and packaging, improper labelling, and the absence of valid licences or registrations
Mumbai Metro Line 12A: 13,856-crore project to connect Kalyan-Dombivli with Navi Mumbai
The elevated corridor will feature 12 stations, integrated flyovers and interchange facilities to improve access to industrial and logistics hubs
Flying to Jeddah? Akasa Air shifts Mumbai flights to Navi Mumbai airport in Dec
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I wish people worship nature over some idols: Radhika Apte
Mumbai: For some, faith means believing in God. For Radhika Apte, it is nature that holds the place of a higher power. The actress spoke about her personal beliefs during an interview while promoting her upcoming project AKKA. When asked whether she believes in an energy or higher power that constantly guides her, Radhika gave 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 .
Akshay Kumar's 32-year-old film to clash with Ramayana, Mumbai may miss out
Akshay Kumar's 32-year-old film to clash with Ramayana, Mumbai may miss out
Vedanta Iron and Steel slips to Rs 324 crore loss in Q2
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) Vedanta Iron and Steel on Tuesday posted a consolidated net loss of Rs 324 crore in the quarter ended September 2026 (Q2 FY27), compared with a net profit of Rs 121 crore in the preceding June quarter (Q1 FY27). Revenue from operations declined 23.87 per cent quarter-on-quarter to Rs 2,788 crore from Rs 3,662 crore in the previous quarter, according to its stock exchange filing. The company's operating performance weakened significantly during the period, with earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) falling 90.55 per cent to Rs 48 crore from Rs 508 crore in the June quarter. Consequently, EBITDA margin narrowed sharply to 1.7 per cent from 13.9 per cent in the preceding quarter. On a year-on-year basis, however, the company reduced its consolidated net loss by 32.08 per cent from Rs 477 crore reported in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year. Revenue from operations slipped 2.45 per cent from Rs 2,858 crore a year earlier, while total expenses declined 9.51 per cent to Rs 3,129 crore from Rs 3,458 crore, as per its regulatory filing. During the quarter, the company recorded an exceptional gain of Rs 11 crore after the Maharashtra State Infrastructure Development Corporation acquired 7,200 square metres of company-owned land in Nashik for the proposed Ring Road Project. The iron ore business witnessed a sharp slowdown, with revenue falling to Rs 638 crore in the September quarter from Rs 1,190 crore in the June quarter. Segment EBITDA dropped to Rs 10 crore from Rs 179 crore during the same period, as per its filing. The steel segment also reported weaker performance. Revenue declined to Rs 2,488 crore from Rs 2,839 crore in the preceding quarter, while segment EBITDA fell to Rs 73 crore from Rs 336 crore. Shares of the company ended the day's trading session at Rs 27.95, gaining 5 per cent or Rs 1.33. However, the stock remains under pressure over longer periods, declining 3.35 per cent in the past week, 14.73 per cent over the last month and 7.91 per cent over the past three months.
Maharashtra Cyber arrests 23-year-old in Rs 4.97 lakh online share market fraud
According to Maharashtra Cyber, the complainant was lured into investing in the share market through an Instagram advertisement, a WhatsApp group and a trading application
64 trains cancelled, 31 NDRF teams deployed: India braces for Cyclone Arnab
Cyclone Arnab is approaching the Andhra Pradesh coast, prompting the cancellation of 64 trains and deployment of 31 NDRF teams across five states and Yanam. Visakhapatnam has set up 57 rehabilitation centres as authorities intensify preparations ahead of the expected landfall
Indian Railways opens applications for 1,265 Station Master posts
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) Indian Railways has launched a dedicated recruitment process for station Masters offering 1,265 vacancies across various Railway Recruitment Boards and zones with the commencement of online applications from Tuesday, an official statement said. The online application window will close on November 25, 2026, the statement from the Ministry of Railways said. The opportunities extend across multiple Railway zones, enabling eligible graduates to compete for positions in different parts of the country. RRB Mumbai notified the highest number of vacancies at 177, followed by Jammu-Srinagar at 122 and Chennai at 119. Indian Railways has opened a new avenue of employment for graduate candidates with the commencement of online applications for Station Master recruitment under Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 08/2026, the statement said. The ministry advised candidates to review the detailed eligibility conditions, vacancy distribution and application instructions before submitting their forms. Candidates can access the detailed recruitment notification, eligibility requirements, examination syllabus, application instructions and RRB-wise vacancy distribution through the official website. The dedicated recruitment process provides candidates with a specific notification covering eligibility requirements, examination procedures and vacancy distribution for the post, it added. Indian Railways is currently running a ticketchecking drive across the Central Railway network till October 31, targeting concession tickets, fixed reservation quotas, railway passes and group bookings, a separate statement had said. Ticketchecking staff verify passengers eligibility and insist on original identity proof for concessions and quota travel. The checking is being conducted in railway stations as well as local trains. Acceptable IDs include Aadhaar, passport, PAN, driving licence, voter ID, government photo ID, student ID, bank passbook with photo, and bank credit card with laminated photo. Passengers should carry the original document and not rely only on a photocopy or an image of the document stored on their phone.
Cases will be filed against rogue finance companies harassing drought-hit farmers: Maha Minister
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) The Maharashtra Cabinet Sub Committee chaired by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Tuesday decided that cases will be filed against rogue finance companies harassing the drought-hit farmers from 304 talukas for the recovery of loans. Microfinance and private finance companies harassing farmers during the drought period and driving them to suicide were issued a clear warning at the meeting. Following the incident in Nanded, the Chief Minister has ordered direct police complaints (cases) to be registered against officials and recovery agents of companies that mentally harass farmers, said Chandrashekhar Bawankule. He further stated that with the severity of drought increasing in the state, the government has taken crucial steps for farmers and livestock. To alleviate the fodder shortage across 304 drought-affected talukas, full authority for fodder procurement and cultivation has been granted to a 5-member committee chaired by the District Collectors. Along with this, a key decision has been taken to directly provide funds from the District Planning Committee (DPC) to immediately restart rural piped water supply schemes that were shut down solely due to unpaid dues or lack of electricity connections. To prevent the livestock fodder issue from turning grave, a 5-member committee headed by the District Collector has been formed. The Collector will have full authority regarding fodder procurement, local cultivation, or bringing supplies from other districts. As per the government's new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), dry fodder will be made available at Rs 12 per kg and green fodder at Rs 8 per kg. Fodder cultivation will take place using DPC funds on available lands belonging to the Forest, Revenue, and Water Resources departments. Additionally, abundant fodder from Sindhudurg and Ratnagiri will be diverted to drought-affected districts, said Minister Bawankule. According to the minister, water supply schemes that have halted despite the availability of water, solely due to unpaid electricity bills or missing power connections, will be operationalised immediately using DPC funds. This will curb wasteful expenditure on water tankers and directly supply drinking water to villagers. Income tax-paying farmers, government officials/employees, and public representatives have been excluded from the Rs 5,000 subsidy being credited to farmers' bank accounts ahead of Diwali. These strict criteria will be applied on the lines of loan waiver rules, he said. The government will provide financial assistance to desilt lakes and dams and spread the silt across farmland. A subsidy of Rs 31 per cubic meter for desilting and Rs 35 per cubic meter for transporting it to fields will be provided. Furthermore, royalties will be fully waived if soil, murrum, or gravel from lakes are used for road construction work, said Minister Bawankule. Minister Bawankule clarified that demands to declare drought have been received from Haveli, Maval, and Mulshi in Pune district, Hatkanangale in Kolhapur district, and parts of the Konkan region. A final decision regarding the inclusion of these new talukas in the drought-affected list will be taken in next Tuesday's meeting after receiving ground reports from the respective District Collectors.
Maha Cabinet clears Rs 13,856-cr Metro Line 12-A; CM Fadnavis sets 3.5-year deadline
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) The Maharashtra Cabinet Committee on Infrastructure, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Tuesday approved the 18.40 km Mumbai Metro Line 12-A, connecting ManpadaKatai Naka to Taloja via Kalyan Phata. The committee directed authorities to ensure the project is completed within three and a half years. The project cost is estimated at Rs 13,856.37 crore. The 18.40 km fully elevated corridor connecting ManpadaKatai Naka to Taloja (via Kalyan Phata) will have 12 elevated stations. It includes a 6.93 km 4-lane integrated flyover and an 8.69 km 6-lane integrated flyover. The expected daily ridership will be 4,74,000 commuters. The project is likely to cut road commute times by 40% to 50%. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is the implementing agency, and the government has also declared it the Special Planning Authority (SPA) for the project. Metro Line 12-A is designed as a crucial connectivity corridor linking industrial and logistics hubs across Kalyan-Dombivli and Navi Mumbai. The project will have multimodal integrations. There will be interchanges with Metro Line 12 and the MumbaiAhmedabad Bullet Train feeder routes at Katai Naka. It will be connected to Metro Line 14 between Katai Naka and Kalyan Phata and also to Navi Mumbai Metro Line 1 at Amandoot station. Feeder bus services are planned at all 12 stations to ensure smooth last-mile connectivity. Selected government lands within the project influence zone will be transferred to MMRDA to support development and funding. According to MMRDA Metropolitan Commissioner Dr Sanjay Mukherjee, the shift from private road transport to rapid transit will reduce congestion on national highways and cut carbon dioxide (CO_2) emissions. Beyond traffic relief, the project aims to accelerate economic and industrial development across the ThaneNavi Mumbai region. CM Fadnavis also instructed officials to accelerate all ongoing metro construction projects state-wide to meet target deadlines.
Musheer Khan's all-round brilliance puts Mumbai in command
Musheer Khan delivered a century with the bat and two crucial wickets with the ball, helping Mumbai establish a strong position against Haryana in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D clash.
Saif Ali Khan, Vidya Balan, Melanie Laurent begin shooting for Ritesh Batra
Filmmaker Ritesh Batra has begun principal photography for 'Long Years Ago', a comedy-drama starring Saif Ali Khan, Vidya Balan and French actor Melanie Laurent. Set in 1991, the film is being shot in Mumbai and centres on a family forced to confront the things its members have left unsaid. The project brings Batra, best known for his acclaimed feature 'The Lunchbox' (2013), together with Saif and Vidya, who are reuniting after their debut film together, 'Parineeta.' Laurent, known for her performances in 'Inglourious Basterds' and 'Now You See Me', completes the principal cast announced for the film. Describing the film's central theme, the makers said it tells
When Harsh Gujrals hilarious take on UP crime left CM Yogi in splits
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) Comedian and actor Harsh Gujral once narrated an interesting incident about the diminishing rate of crime in Uttar Pradesh. An old video of the comedian-actor from UP Creators Summit & Awards 2026 has resurfaced on the internet, and it shows him recollecting the funny incident as he stood next to the UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. He said in his speech, Im telling you a real life example. I was in Lucknow for a show. I went out for a walk when I asked a shopkeeper selling bananas about the crime rate in UP. He said the crime rate has diminished a lot in UP. I asked him how he was so sure about that. He said, Im a criminal myself but Im not selling bananas. Thank you so much for this award, Uttar Pradesh Rocks. While the comedian-actor shared a personal anecdote, the National Crime Records Bureaus (NCRB) data shows fluctuations in Uttar Pradeshs registered crime rate over recent years. On a cursory glance, the rate stood at 225.3 cases per lakh population in 2016, climbed up to 278.2 in 2019 and reached 287.4 in 2020. It declined to 262.5 in 2021 and 171.6 in 2022, before it rose sharply to 335.3 in 2023. In 2023, UP recorded approximately 7.93 lakh cases under the Indian Penal Code and Special and Local Laws, while its crime rate remained below the national average of 448.3. Talking about Harsh Gujral, he made his Bollywood film debut with Mere Husband Ki Biwi, directed by Mudassar Aziz. The romantic comedy also starred Arjun Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar and Rakul Preet Singh in lead roles, with Gujral appearing in a supporting role. The film was released on February 21, 2025.
Navi Mumbai: Two tankers seized in Turbhe fuel siphoning case
The seized material comprises around 14,000 litres of diesel and 25,000 litres of petroleum-like liquid. The total estimated value of the seized goods is Rs 94,36,708, according to the department
Maha govt approves amendments to PPP Policy 2026 to accelerate infrastructure development
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) In a significant move to boost infrastructure growth and streamline project execution, the Maharashtra Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Tuesday approved the key structural and procedural amendments to its Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Policy 2026. The updated framework follows cabinet approval and aims to bring greater clarity, administrative simplification, and efficiency to infrastructure projects across the state. The PPP framework is anchored on point 100 of the Viksit Maharashtra @ 2047 vision document. A Viability Gap Funding (VGF) allocation of Rs. 200 crore has been provisioned for the financial year 202627. Following requests from the Maharashtra Institution for Transformation (MITRA) for enhanced clarity and simplification, a total of 11 specific policy amendments have been advanced. The proposed modifications address various operational stages of project development and governance. The policy introduces clear definitions for Viability Gap Funding (VGF) and establishes updated guidelines regarding developers and project authority ownership/risks in instances where the policy is not applicable. To reduce bureaucratic bottlenecks, one tier of scrutiny by the Network Planning Group committee concerning in-principle project approvals has been omitted. Additionally, the Chief Executive Officer of MITRA will now be invited to meetings of the Cabinet Infrastructure Committee during PPP project approval phases. Projects involving Government assistance, land, or premiums up to Rs 25 crore will require formal approval from the Empowered Committee. Projects valued at Rs 25 crore and above will require approval from the Cabinet Infrastructure Committee (CCI) based on recommendations from the Empowered Committee. The policy refines provisions governing Project Development Funds (PDF), departmental project evaluations, development through Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), project sanctions, and the engagement of Transaction Advisors (TA) and Law Firms. A major addition to the framework is the introduction of a new policy concept under Clause 13 (Asset Monetisation). This initiative is designed to unlock revenue by enhancing the economic value of public assetssuch as land and buildingsthat are not commercially viable for standard PPP development, provided they remain consistent with the goals of the Viksit Maharashtra @ 2047 vision. Under the updated PPP guidelines, projects follow a systematic progression from inception to completion. Preliminary feasibility studies, public interest evaluations, and Value for Money assessments will be conducted by the concerned department, with optional Project Development Fund (PDF) support. Formulation of techno-economic feasibility reports, draft RFPs (Request for Proposal) and concession agreements will be made alongside transaction advisors and law firms. Securing mandatory initial approvals (EC/CCI) prior to market launch will be followed by transparent competitive bidding evaluated on a single financial parameter. Final award approvals, execution of concession agreements with selected developers or SPVs, and rigorous implementation monitoring will be done by the Empowered Committee, with grievance mechanisms established for issues exceeding Rs 5 crore.
Tata Power in MoU with BPCL to develop 110 kV power infra at Mumbai refinery project
The project will meet the 90 MW power requirement of BPCL's Petro Resid Fluidised Catalytic Cracking Unit (PRFCCU) project at its Mumbai refinery, Tata Power said in a statement
Tata Power in MoU with BPCL to develop 110 kV power infra at Mumbai refinery project
The project will meet the 90 MW power requirement of BPCL's Petro Resid Fluidised Catalytic Cracking Unit (PRFCCU) project at its Mumbai refinery, Tata Power said in a statement
Mumbai police invoke MCOCA against all accused in Tiger Shroff case
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Maoist cache unearthed in Gadchiroli forest; police seize five firearms
Acting on specific intelligence that Maoists had concealed a large quantity of firearms and explosives in the Machuvanchha forest area under the jurisdiction of Wangeturi police station, Gadchiroli Police launched a search operation early on Tuesday
WPL 2027 Auction: UP Warriorz Eye Squad Overhaul As 146 Players Go Under The Hammer In Kochi
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: With 27 slots up for grabs and several prominent Indian and overseas cricketers in the fray, the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction is set to trigger intense bidding battles as the five franchises look to complete their squads ahead of the fifth edition of the tournament, beginning in January. The auction, scheduled to take place in Kochi on Wednesday, will feature 146 players, with teams having contrasting purse sizes and squad requirements. UP Warriorz will head into the auction with the most slots to fill, while defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Delhi Capitals (DC) and Gujarat Giants (GG) will look to make targeted additions after retaining most of their core players. Among the players expected to attract attention are Indian cricketers G Kamalini, Sneh Rana and Sushma Verma, along with Australian stars Grace Harris, Jess Jonassen and Sophie Molineux. UP Warriorz have eight slots available and a remaining purse of Rs 3.75 crore, putting them in a position to make several additions to their squad. Mumbai Indians (MI), meanwhile, have six slots to fill but only Rs 90 lakh left to spend, which could make their auction strategy more selective. RCB, who won the previous edition, will have Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry available for the upcoming season and will look to strengthen their bench, particularly with Indian backups, as they aim to add another title to their tally. Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Giants will also seek to address specific squad requirements while retaining the nucleus of their teams. The auction comes at a time when the WPL is increasingly contributing to India's talent pipeline, with young players gaining exposure to high-pressure matches alongside international stars. India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana highlighted the league's role in identifying emerging talent and stressed the need to develop promising players into match-winners for the national team. The WPL has been a huge benefit in that we have found quite a few players in the WPL, but now it's our responsibility to figure out how we take them forward and make them into bigger match-winners. We definitely have exciting talent in our team right now, Mandhana said on JioStar's programme 'Follow the Blues: The Dawn of Captain Smriti'. She added that eight to nine players in the current Indian setup are aged between 19 and 24 and have impressed in India A matches. They have all played good cricket during the India A series. We have followed everything, and they have played very good cricket. So now it's on us to take them forward and make them lead the way for India, she said. Former India cricketer and JioStar expert Veda Krishnamurthy expects Indian wicketkeepers to be among the players in demand, with multiple franchises looking to strengthen their options behind the stumps. I think Indian wicketkeepers, especially, will be in demand, with quite a few teams looking for them. There are a couple of domestic players I'm interested in seeing how they go about things in the auction. Of course, Sophie Molineux is a big name to look forward to, given the kind of experience she brings. She's a match-winner and has already won the WPL with RCB, Krishnamurthy said. She also pointed to the interest surrounding young wicketkeeper G Kamalini and the importance of franchises identifying alternatives for each role before the bidding begins. The options and the number of slots available are very limited. Teams know exactly what they're looking for, so it's important for them to filter the names from the available cricketers and identify their options. They need to have at least three or four names for each proficiency because the auction can go in any direction, she added. The fifth edition of the WPL will be held from January 14 to February 7, 2027. Four-time finalists Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz will aim to secure their maiden title, while two-time champions RCB and Mumbai Indians will look to add to their trophy collections. The options and the number of slots available are very limited. Teams know exactly what they're looking for, so it's important for them to filter the names from the available cricketers and identify their options. They need to have at least three or four names for each proficiency because the auction can go in any direction, she added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Mumbai luxury real estate: Naman Xana homes average 152 crore each; Godrej Trilogy leads sales
Mumbai's top 10 luxury residential projects recorded 6,116 crore in registered home sales between April and September 2026. Godrej Trilogy Seafront led by total sales value at 1,199 crore, while Naman Xana recorded the highest average transaction value at approximately 152 crore per home.
Tiger Shroff firing case: Mumbai Police invoke MCOCA against all accused
