Mumbai man admits to killing stray cats in a fit of rage, held
Mumbai: Police have arrested a 40-year-old man for allegedly killing and mutilating nearly 20 cats in the Chembur area of Mumbai. The accused was identified as Shiva Keshav Joshi (40), a resident of Panvel in neighbouring Raigad district. Joshi confessed during interrogation to killing the cats in a fit of rage, though the exact motive 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 .
CINTAA elections held amid dispute and legal challenges in Mumbai
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Manoj Jarange To March To Mumbai, Begin Hunger Strike On September 19
The protesters would cover around 100 kilometres each day before reaching their designated halting points, Manoj Jarange said, adding the indefinite hunger strike at Azad Maidan in south Mumbai would begin at 10 am on September 19.
CINTAA re-election results out: Upasna Singh, Sahila, Varsha Usgaonkar lead with maximum vote
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) The counting for CINTAA (Cine and TV Artistes' Association) re-election was completed on Saturday with Upasna Singh and Sahila Chadha leading with the maximum number of votes. While Upasna received 360 votes, Sahila got 357 votes. This was followed by 349 votes for Vikas Verma, 348 for Deepak Parashar, 312 for Kunickaa Sadanand, 306 for Varsha Usgaonkar Sharma, 290 for Nagma Morarji, 266 for Nimai Bali, 250 for Arjun (Heroz Khan), 237 for Asmaan Tahilm 234 for Shehzad Khan, 219 for Manish Kumar Chaturvedi, 197 for Sapan Kumar Bhattacharya, 184 for Ramtumar Singh and 176 for Ramakant Borude. Expressing his delight, Deepak Parashar told IANS, I did not expect this, I am surprised. I have won with very good votes. Now I just want to work for my CINTAA members. I would like them to come back and work with me. Thank you very much. Kunickaa Sadanand also added, I am very thankful to all those who voted for me and made our team win. Now our fight has begun. Now we have to work and show whether we are truly capable or not. We have to show that they have trusted us. Thanking all the CINTAA members who voted for her, Kunickaa added, I would like to thank the 571 people who came to vote for me. They showed faith and took the courage to keep CINTAA alive. The re-elections were held after a court refused to stay the fresh polls ordered by FWICE (Federation of Western India Cine Employees). The election was called after 11 members of the 21-member Executive Committee resigned from CINTAA. They claimed autocratic functioning within the association. Meanwhile, Actors and CINTAA (Cine & TV Artistes Association) office-bearers Poonam Dhillon and Padmini Kolhapure had previously raised concerns over an alleged breach of members privacy, questioning Upasana Singh over access to the associations data.
Air India pilot dies of cardiac arrest in Delhi hotel
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) An Air India pilot died due to cardiac arrest while he was on a layover rest at a hotel in the national capital, a Tata Group airline statement said on Saturday. Air India said it was deeply saddened by the passing of a cockpit crew member in Delhi on Friday night. He was on a layover rest at a hotel in Delhi, where he was found unconscious last evening. He was rushed to the hospital immediately, where he was declared dead, the airline statement said. The officials said the pilot, who was earlier with Air India Express, was undergoing conversion training for operating wide-body Boeing 787 aircraft. Air India said it is in close touch with the pilot's family and is extending all support at this time of grief. The Mumbai-based pilot was found unconscious at the hotel on Friday evening and was immediately taken to a hospital, where he was declared dead. He had earlier worked with Air India Express and moved to Air India a couple of months ago. He was scheduled to operate a flight early on Saturday morning. On Friday evening, the pilots brother contacted the hotel manager after he failed to respond to his calls. The manager went to the room, which was locked from the inside, and opened it using the hotels master key. The pilot was found unconscious and unresponsive inside. According to Delhi Police, a PCR call was received at the Vasant Kunj North police station on Friday regarding the ill health of a guest at a hotel in the area. Police reached the hotel and found the pilot unconscious and unresponsive. He was shifted to a hospital, where he was declared brought dead. Air India Express operates a narrow-body fleet consisting of Boeing 737 aircraft (including the 737 MAX) alongside Airbus A320 family jets, and does not operate the wide-body Boeing 787 for its own core low-cost operations. The Boeing 737 is a narrow-body, single-aisle jet for short routes, while the Boeing 787 is a wide-body, twin-aisle jet built for long-haul international flights. Boeing requires a completely separate type rating and training programme for each distinct aircraft family, meaning pilots cannot simply transition without full retraining on simulators and systems. Pilots must adjust to a much larger flight deck, different handling characteristics, higher vantage points during taxiing, and different landing flare techniques.
Maharashtra: Jarange Announces March To Mumbai From September 15
The protesters will begin an indefinite hunger strike at Azad Maidan in South Mumbai at 10 am on September 19: Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange
Sonu Nigam sells BKC office space for Rs 18 crores, bought it for Rs 14.30 crores in 2023
Sonu Nigam has sold a commercial office space in Mumbais Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) for Rs 18 crores, according to property registration documents accessed by CRE Matrix. The singer had purchased the 3,082 sq ft commercial unit in November 2023 for Rs 14.30 crores. The latest transaction gives him a difference of Rs 3.70 crores over the purchase price, before accounting for applicable transaction-related costs. The property is located on the ground floor of Trade Centre, opposite the MTNL Building in BKC, Bandra East. According to the registration documents, the sale was completed on September 4, 2026, with SAA Estate LLP named as the purchaser and Sonu Nigam as the seller. The commercial space has a carpet area of 3,082 sq ft and was sold for a consideration of Rs 18 crores. The transaction also involved a stamp duty payment of Rs 1.08 crores. Two car parking spaces were included as part of the deal. Based on the recorded carpet area and consideration value, the transaction works out to approximately Rs 58,404 per sq ft. The sale comes as BKC continues to remain one of Mumbais prominent commercial hubs, with offices of corporate companies, financial institutions and professional services firms located in the area. Kailash Kher Also Sold Office Space In The Same Building Interestingly, singer Kailash Kher also recently sold a commercial property in the same Trade Centre building. According to property registration details accessed by CRE Matrix, Kher sold his 2,619 sq ft office space for Rs 10.75 crores. He had purchased the unit in November 2025 for Rs 10.50 crores. The transaction, registered on September 9, 2026, involved Lakewater Retail Private Limited as the purchaser. The office is situated on the seventh floor of Trade Centre and includes one car parking space. Khers sale price represents an increase of Rs 25 lakhs over his purchase price in less than a year. The appreciation works out to around 2.4%, before accounting for transaction-related expenses, stamp duty, registration charges, taxes and other costs. A stamp duty of Rs 64.50 lakhs was paid for the transaction. Trade Centre is a 10-storey commercial building developed by Wadhwa Constructions. The project received partial occupancy certificates in 2008 for different sections of the building. BKC remains among the countrys most expensive commercial districts and has also attracted investments from several Bollywood personalities. The area continues to be a major business and commercial centre in Mumbai. Also Read : Sonu Nigam brings The Revolution Tour 2026 to North America, celebrating 30 years of his musical journey
MahaYuti committed to resolving Maratha issues, says BJP's Pravin Darekar
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) BJP legislator Pravin Darekar, a close aide of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Saturday highlighted the MahaYuti government's efforts towards addressing Maratha community concerns and appealed to quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil to ensure that the planned agitation in Mumbai remains peaceful and does not disrupt Ganeshotsav celebrations. He told the reporters that the administration has consistently extended full cooperation and engaged in multiple rounds of dialogue through delegations of ministers and senior leaders. Out of 14 demands raised, 12 have already been fulfilled. The remaining one or two demands are entangled in legal frameworks, and the government is making sincere efforts to resolve them, Darekar stated. The government has given everything requested for the community's welfare and remains fully prepared for further discussions to understand what additional steps are needed, he added. Highlighting the MahaYuti government's track record, Darekar claimed that no previous administration has done as much for the Maratha community as the current government under Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar. Addressing criticisms regarding government delegation visits, Darekar remarked that resolving the community's core issues takes priority over which specific leader visits the protest site. He pointed out that ministers such as Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, Uday Samant, and BJP legislator Prasad Lad had previously met with Jarange Patil to address concerns. While acknowledging the constitutional right to protest in Mumbai, Darekar urged the activist to consider the upcoming festive period. Noting that Mumbai celebrates Ganeshotsav on a massive scale, he requested that the demonstrations do not disrupt public life or traditional festivities. The Maratha community has historically demonstrated strength through peaceful and disciplined silent marches, Darekar said, adding, We urge the organizers to ensure that the protest remains peaceful and does not cause public disorder or distress during the festival. Reiterating the administration's stance, Darekar affirmed that the government remains ready to dispatch representatives and engage in constructive dialogue at any stage. Earlier, Jarange Patil announced a march to Mumbai to launch an indefinite hunger strike at Azad Maidan from September 19. Addressing a gathering at Antarwali Sarati, Jarange Patil declared the detailed route for the march and urged the police administration and Chief Minister and Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis not to block their path. Jarange Patil stated that the march represents the pride and existence of the Maratha community. He appealed to supporters along the route to step out and offer their blessings, even if they are unable to travel all the way to Mumbai. He also called upon community members to halt work and join the movement on the specified dates. We want to conduct a peaceful, democratic hunger strike to claim our rights. If the police block us anywhere along the highway, we will not push barricades or clash with authorities. We will simply sit down peacefully on the road wherever we are stopped, he stated.
Kailash Kher's BKC Property In Mumbai Sells For Rs 10.75 Crore, Earns Profit Of Rs 25 Lakh: Report
According to the report, the transaction fetched the singer Rs 25 lakh more than what he paid for the property a year ago
Watch: Alia Bhatt's Bodyguard Pushes Fan Twice As He Tries To Take Selfie
Alia Bhatt's bodyguard was seen pushing a fan twice as he tried to approach the actress for a selfie after the trailer launch of Don't Be Shy in Mumbai
Kailash Kher on what makes a great love song truly impactful: It should come from your soul
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Renowned composer and singer Kailash Kher, who recently released the romantic number Tham Jaa, revealed what, according to him, makes a great love song truly impactful. While speaking exclusively to IANS, Kher said that when something comes from your soul and touches the listeners, they end up forgetting how many times they have heard the track on repeat. He was asked, What, according to you, is the identity of a great love song? You have been in the music industry for so many years. Is it beautiful lyrics, the voice of a melodious singer, or is it a healing quality that stays with the listener? Reacting to this, Kher explained, Whenever something is genuinely good, as I said, if something comes from your soul, then every word, every sound, every melody, and every emotion within it touches you. When that happens, you even end up forgetting how many times you have listened to it on repeat. You just keep playing and become immersed in it. He added that that is what we call being mesmerized. Kher was further asked, Through emotions and social realities, artists often speak about sensitive subjects. Do you think that while addressing sensitive issues, understanding the context is as important as protecting creative freedom? Kher told IANS that artists, by nature, are sensitive, and if someone who calls themselves an artist is not sensitive, they are a slanderer. The stage exists to win people's hearts. Talking nonsense, making meaningless statements, or simply trying to entertain people without sensitivity can be a sign of being a slanderer. But even satire or slander can be considered a form of art. Everyone has their own thoughts. But our thoughts are directed towards purity, he explained. If you genuinely have a good feeling, that feeling is meaningful only when your heart can feel sadness for someone else's pain, when you can make someone else happy while laughing, when your work can make someone else laugh and bring happiness to them. That is the identity of an artist, he added.
List of all Bigg Boss hosts and their reported salaries in 2026
Mumbai: Bigg Boss is known for its heated fights, dramatic eliminations and controversial contestants. However, the stars steering the chaos from the stage reportedly take home sums even bigger than the drama inside the house. From Salman Khan to Nagarjuna, here is what the hosts of different Bigg Boss editions reportedly charge. 1. Salman Khan 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 .
CINTAA dispute escalated after Poonam Dhillon, Upasana Singh, Padmini Kolhapure and others were involved in a heated confrontation at the association's Mumbai office, prompting police intervention.
Gajraj Rao asks how to deal with social media fleas: Inka koi ilaaj nahi dhoondha?
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Veteran actor Gajraj Rao asked how to deal with unwanted social media fleas through his latest post on Instagram. On Saturday, the 'Baadhai Ho' actor shared that as he finds something appealing, he ends up commenting on the post. But there are a few users, who post unnecessary remarks below his comments, venting, which end up leaving him irritated. He wondered why they do not share a separate post for such things and choose to pile on his comment instead. Gajraj shared a note that read, Aap ko koi post achhi lagti hai, aap us post ke neeche comment karte hain... acknowledge karne ke liye, appreciation ke liye... kisi actor ki performance achhi lagi, kisi writer-director ka kaam achha laga... kisi ki saalgirah hai... koi khoobsoorat jagah ke baare main bata raha hai... koi samaj ke bhale ki baat kar raha hai... kisi ne achhi kavita likh maari... koi restaurant mujhe achha laga... koi chashma-juta-phone mujhe bha gaya... main comment kar deta hoon... mujhe tasalli milti hai... mujhe achha lagta hai...(If you like a post, you comment under it... to acknowledge it, to show appreciation... if you liked an actor's performance, liked a writer-director's work... it's someone's birthday... someone is talking about a beautiful place... someone is talking about something good for society... someone wrote a nice poem... I liked a restaurant... I liked someone's glasses-shoes-phone... I just comment... it gives me satisfaction... I feel good...). Lekin kai baar aisa hota hai, ki koi namuna, mere comment ke neeche apni bhadas taang jaata hai... ye phone bakwas hai is car ki after sales service zero hai, mujhe call back nahi karte is restaurant ka khana mujhe nahi jamta Akshay Kumar se meri baat karwa do Kartik ke liye mere paas ek script hai, aap unko bolo mere DM ko reply karain ... jaise khoon ke pissu hote hain, ye tamam log social media pissu hote hain... kisi ke bhi piche tang jaate hain... arre apna alag se post karo na...(But sometimes it happens that some guy just vents under my comment this phone is crap the after-sales service of this car is zero, they dont call me back I dont like the food at this restaurant Get me Akshay Kumar on the line I have a script for Kartik, can you tell him to reply to my DM theyre like blood-sucking leeches, all these people are social media leeches they bother everyone hey, just make your own post...) he went on to add. Towards the end of the post, Gajraj asked for advice on how to deal with such people. kya karna chahiye aise logo ka? Mark ne inka koi ilaaj nahi dhoondha? Kisi ke paas solution hai? (What should we do with people like this? Has Mark not found any solution for them? Does anyone have a solution?), his note concluded.
Govt calls for greater synergy between Centre and states to boost BOCW welfare delivery
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) The two-day Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) conference here provided a platform for states and UTs to share their experiences and practices and to discuss measures for strengthening welfare, skilling, employment and service delivery mechanisms for these workers, it was announced on Saturday. Dr. Chandra Bhushan Kumar, Secretary, Labour & Employment, elaborated upon the current challenges and opportunities in the BOCW sector. Strengthening the skill ecosystem and placing dignity of labour at the centre of policy and programme design, is critical to building a more responsive, inclusive and resilient labour ecosystem, he added. The Secretary highlighted the need to address information and accessibility asymmetries in the labour market and strengthen mechanisms that facilitate better linkages between jobseekers and employers. He also underlined that the mobility of workers, both interstate and international, should be duly considered while designing social security and welfare schemes, and called for greater attention to occupational health, physical safety and other workplace concerns of construction workers. He also encouraged greater exchange of experiences and more frequent virtual engagements between the Centre and States for sustained collaboration and mutual learning. Looking ahead, the Secretary outlined key pathways for strengthening the BOCW welfare ecosystem, including consolidation of the diverse measures being undertaken and greater use of actuarial analysis to support sustainable welfare interventions. The second day featured presentations by various states/UTs, highlighting their initiatives and best practices aimed at strengthening welfare and service delivery for Building and Other Construction Workers. Uttar Pradesh presented its work on Skill Development of Building Workers, while Rajasthan shared its experience with Digital Labour Chowks. Bihar highlighted the Shram Seva Suvidha Kendras, and Assam presented the Nirman Sakhi Portal. The Conference also held a dedicated session on Skilling and Employment, including a presentation on skilling by the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and a presentation on India's employment growth story by the Ministry of Labour & Employment, followed by discussions.
Slikk eyes 100 crore monthly GMV in Bengaluru, plans Delhi, Mumbai expansion
The Bengaluru-based company currently operates six dark stores in the city and plans to add another four over the next two months
Rs 6.42 lakh foreign travel expenditure disallowed from business income as businessman used wifes credit card to pay for it; ITAT Mumbai gives relief to taxpayer. Challa Nagendra Prasad, Judicial Member and G.M. Doss, Accountant Member of ITAT Mumbai heard this case.
Ganeshotsav 2026: How the changing skyline has created a void in South Mumbai
In Girgaon, Kalbadevi, Bhuleshwar, and parts of Byculla, Ganpati celebrations once spilled out of chawls and into narrow lanes. Doors remained open, children moved freely between homes, and the local mandals were often the meeting point for an entire neighbourhood
Police seize banned gutkha, flavoured supari worth Rs 1.18 crore in Bhandup
Bhandup Police seized banned gutkha and flavoured supari worth Rs 1.18 crore during a raid in Nahur early Saturday. Nine people were detained and five vehicles allegedly used to transport the prohibited products were seized, police said
Jarange to begin Maratha quota hunger strike in Mumbai from Sep 19
The proposed protest comes at a particularly sensitive time for Mumbai, with the city in the middle of Ganeshotsav, which will be celebrated from September 14 to 25
95-year-old Indian film with highest number of songs ever
Mumbai: Imagine watching a film where the story keeps moving from one song to another, with 72 songs packed into a single movie. Sounds almost impossible today, right? But nearly a century ago, an Indian film did exactly that. Long before Bollywood became known for its elaborate song-and-dance sequences, Indrasabha, released in 1932, made history Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Lalbaugcha Raja 2026 First Look Unveiled: Mumbai's Iconic Ganeshotsav Celebrates Grand Mahadev Theme
Sena (UBT) likens Donald Trumps USD 5,000 pledge to Indias freebie politics
In an editorial published in the party mouthpiece Saamana on Saturday, the Uddhav Thackeray-led party alleged that the growing reliance on publicly funded handouts for electoral purposes was weakening democratic institutions and undermining public accountability
Mumbai mall case: Man used ChatGPT to make fake PMO ID, police tell court
The police had sought an extension of the duo's custody, citing the need to complete the technical examination of electronic devices seized during the investigation and to trace another accused who remains wanted in the case
Mumbai Metro services extended till 12.30 am from September 14 to 25
Under the special schedule, the last Metro from Andheri West and Dahisar East on Line 2A, Gundavali and Kashigaon on Lines 7 and 9, and Maharashtra Nagar-Mandale and Chembur on Line 2B will depart at 12.30 am, instead of the usual 11 pm
Vijay Mallya alleges CBI, ED targeted him with false and fabricated charges
Mallya questioned the investigations into loans taken by Kingfisher Airlines and argued that banks had approved the loans through their established decision-making processes
Soha Ali Khan shares why she keeps missing her 10k steps goal: After 2,467 obstacles, I give up
Soha Ali Khan has once again used social media to highlight the difficulties of navigating Mumbais roads and sidewalks. The actor, who is known for maintaining a regular fitness routine, recently shared a light-hearted video explaining why completing her daily target of 10,000 steps is not always as easy as it sounds. In the video shared on Thursday, Soha can be seen stepping out with the intention of finishing her daily walking goal. However, her attempt soon turns into a series of unexpected obstacles. As she makes her way along the road, she comes across animal poop on the sidewalk, a broken manhole cover, roadwork, a large crane and a man sleeping on the pavement. She also appears to point out situations where pedestrians may have to wait or carefully navigate the area to avoid accidents. After encountering several such hurdles, Soha eventually decides to abandon her walking plan and try again the following day. Sharing the clip on social media, she wrote, I really try to get in my 10k steps every day but after 2,467 obstacles, I give up. While the post was presented with humour, it also drew attention to the everyday challenges faced by pedestrians in the city. This is not the first time Soha has spoken about the condition of Mumbais roads and public spaces. Earlier in February, the Rang De Basanti actor had shared a video showing a damaged sidewalk near her neighbourhood. She pointed out the potential danger posed by the broken section, especially for pedestrians who could accidentally fall into it. Along with the video, she wrote, Just a relaxing evening stroll navigating sidewalks that collapse into death traps. Before that, Soha had also raised concerns about ongoing road construction in Mumbais Bandra area. She shared a picture showing her daughter Inaaya carefully standing on a muddy and damaged stretch of road surrounded by barricades, debris and construction material. Through her social media posts, Soha has repeatedly highlighted pedestrian safety and the difficulties caused by damaged sidewalks and ongoing roadwork in Mumbai. Also Read : Soha Ali Khan reveals why she considered hiding her The Art of Seduction And Speak Easy books from daughter: Shes eight and she can read now, she might ask questions
Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra: Ludhiana Lions' medium pacer Krish Bhagat paid an emotional tribute to his grandfather, Bhagat Chunni Lal, after powering his team into the semifinals of the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League. Bhagat picked two wickets as the Lions defeated Amritsar Soormas by five wickets in a crucial clash at the Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali. He later dedicated his wickets to his late grandfather Chunni Lal, who was also a former Punjab minister. Dadu passed away last night. He inspired me a lot, so I dedicated this wicket to him. He came from Pakistan and when he arrived in India, he did not even have a place to stay. His journey has inspired me a lot, and that is why I dedicated the wicket to him, he said. Krish, who made his IPL debut for Mumbai Indians in 2026, began his journey in cricket at age 5. He comes from a family involved in the sports manufacturing business, as he developed an early interest in the game after seeing bats at the family factory. I was only five when I started playing cricket. Whenever I used to go to my familys sports manufacturing factory, there were bats there, and I used to get fascinated by them. I started insisting that I wanted to play cricket, so my family put me in an academy, and I kept playing, he said. The medium pacer further revealed that his family gave him complete backing to do whatever he chose and never put pressure on him to study. My family never put any pressure on me. They told me to commit 100 per cent to whatever I was doing, he said. Krish emphasised that, when he was growing up, his love was only for cricket, not for any other sport. I never really tried any other sport. There is such a big craze for cricket in India, and I enjoyed playing it with my friends. I used to go to the park and play cricket. As I started playing competitive cricket, I knew this was the sport I wanted to pursue, he added. The MI bowler then opened up on his experience of playing in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, revealing that the state league has given him valuable experience, especially when it comes to adapting to different conditions and match situations. I am learning how to adapt to different situations and conditions. We have back-to-back matches and the pitch is being used a lot, so its behaviour keeps changing. Learning how to adapt to the conditions has been one of my biggest takeaways from this league, he said. The MI bowler then opened up on his experience of playing in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, revealing that the state league has given him valuable experience, especially when it comes to adapting to different conditions and match situations. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The rising cricketer further revealed that India all-rounder Hardik Pandya and South Africa legend Jacques Kallis remain his idols. My idols are Hardik Pandya and Jacques Kallis. I continue to take inspiration from both of them, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Adani Electricity Offers Temporary Power Connections for Ganesh Pandals in Mumbai
Adani Electricity provides temporary power connections for Ganesh Pandals in Mumbai, ensuring reliable electricity during the festival. Adani Electricity Offers Temporary Power Connections for Ganesh Pandals in Mumbai
Balaghat Child Deaths: CJP Convenor Abhijit Dipke seeks accountability
CJP convenor Abhijit Dipke visited tribal villages in Balaghat to meet families affected by the deaths of more than 30 children allegedly due to infectious diseases. He demanded accountability, while the MP High Court has sought a response from the state government.
Fact check: Did SRK dance with hijabi fan in this viral video?
Mumbai: Shah Rukh Khan dancing with a hijabi fan, twirling her around and even lifting her in his arms? For a moment, the viral video looks like another unforgettable King Khan-fan interaction. Is that a real one? Fact check: SRKs viral dance with a fan When we did a little digging on internet, we found Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
NIA court in Jammu has issued a second non-bailable warrant against Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed for allegedly supplying weapons, funds and directions to terrorists in Kashmir.
Mumbai Police have arrested a 40-year-old domestic worker for allegedly stealing a diamond-studded gold bangle worth around 5 lakh from actress Ameesha Patel's mother Asha Patel's residence in Churchgate.
BMCs womens self-help groups offer modaks with home delivery across city
The civic body is organising Modak Mahotsav 2026 to make modaks prepared by BMC-supported womens self-help groups available to citizens during the Ganeshotsav period
Konkanis, Malvanis Hindutva supporters, says BJP leader Ameet Satam in Mumbai
Satam was speaking at a programme held to flag off a special train from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus to Sawantwadi in Maharashtra's Konkan region for people travelling home for Ganpati celebrations
Maulana Yasoob Abbas meets Iranian President, seeks stronger India-Iran ties
Abbas welcomed Pezeshkian on behalf of the Shia community in India and said the Iranian Presidents visit provided an opportunity to strengthen mutual understanding and friendship between the people of the two countries
Xi Jinping in India for BRICS Summit, bilateral meeting with PM Modi expected
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit, his first India visit in nearly seven years. Xi is expected to meet PM Modi, with talks likely to focus on stabilising India-China ties, border peace, cooperation and managing differences.
Mumbai Police arrest two men wanted for nearly 30 years in separate cases
The two accused had remained wanted for about 29 and 30 years respectively. Police said the arrests followed a combination of local inquiries, verification of old records, information from sources and analysis of available technical information
PM Modi meets Abu Dhabi Crown Prince at BRICS Summit 2026
PM Modi and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, reviewing India-UAE cooperation in trade, energy, technology, investment and defence.
BRICS countries produce over 40 per cent of world GDP: Putin
Sometimes competition is taking some ugly forms. This ugly form is something we see even at the State level, at the government level.
Mumbai Crime Branch arrests man with drugs worth Rs 1.26 crore in Jogeshwari
The accused was arrested on September 12 in connection with a case registered by the Azad Maidan Unit of the Anti-Narcotics Cell. Police said the total value of the seized drugs, cash and mobile phone is estimated at around Rs 1.26 crore
Krystal Integrated Services bags Rs 7-cr order from Maha Mumbai Metro
Krystal Integrated Services has received a Letter of Commencement from Maha Mumbai Metro (M3) Operation Corporation for providing housekeeping, facade and internal roof cleaning services at Monorail stations under Package 4.
Ameesha Patel's staff member arrested over Rs 5 lakh theft at Mumbai residence
Ameesha Patel's staff member arrested over Rs 5 lakh theft at Mumbai residence
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas gave fans a glimpse of a precious mother-daughter moment as she twinned with her daughter Malti Marie in matching cherry-print outfits. Taking to her social media account, Priyanka shared a picture of herself lovingly embracing Malti, who had her arms wrapped around her mother. Both were seen dressed in exactly identical white outfits featuring a red cherry print. Sharing the picture, Priyanka wrote, Me and my Minnie me.. home is where the heart is.. The actor's post comes amid her busy international schedule. Priyanka recently was seen travelling to Paris for a brand work commitment. She also shared the spotlight with fellow Hollywood actress Jennifer Lawrence, with their candid interactions at the event making headlines. Despite her packed professional commitments, Priyanka frequently shares glimpses of her life with husband Nick Jonas and their daughter Malti Marie. The actor has previously spoken about how Malti enjoys trying different cuisines but ends up eating the same food as her parents, including Indian food and Korean barbecue. For the uninitiated, Malti Marie was born via surrogacy to Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas. The name is kept after the first names of both Priyanka and Nick's mothers. Priyanka has often spoken about how Malti Marie has brought immense joy and happiness into their lives. On the professional front, Priyanka Chopra is juggling between India and USA as she full fills her professional commitment and shoot of her upcoming movie, Varanasi. The movie helmed by ace filmmaker SS Rajamouli, also stars Mahesh Babu alongside Priyanka. The movie will mark come back to Indian cinema after many years as an actress.
SEBI proposes changes to derivatives settlement, CAS framework
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed changes to settlement methodology for derivatives contracts, market timings and recently introduced operational aspects of the Closing Auction Session (CAS), according to consultation paper issued on Saturday. The market watchdog proposed two options for determining the settlement price of index and single-stock derivatives on expiry days. Under the first option, SEBI proposed a 'Blended VWAP' methodology under which the settlement price would be based on trades executed during the last 30 minutes of the Continuous Trading Session (CTS) and the 10-minute CAS period. The contribution of each period would be determined by its actual traded value instead of a fixed weighting, SEBI said. The regulator said the methodology would capture a broader period of actual market transactions and could provide a more representative settlement price. Incorporate actual transactions executed during both the last 30 minutes of CTS and 10 minutes of CAS for determination of the settlement price of the derivatives contracts on the expiry day, thereby reflecting a broader period of actual market transactions, it said. Under the second option, SEBI proposed retaining the existing CTS VWAP methodology as an interim arrangement. The settlement price would continue to be based only on trades executed during the final 30 minutes of CTS. The blended methodology could be considered after at least a year, subject to adequate liquidity, participation and familiarity with CAS, according to the market regulator. SEBI also proposed removing the display of the Indicative Index Value (IIV) during CAS while continuing to provide security-level Indicative Equilibrium Prices (IEPs). IEPs are indicative and evolving values and do not represent prices at which actual trades have taken place, SEBI said. The regulator added that some market participants had misinterpreted IIV, resulting in positions being taken based on the indicative value. In addition, on market timings SEBI proposed two alternatives. Under Option A, CTS for CAS stocks would continue until 3:30 pm, followed by CAS from 3:31 pm to 3:40 pm, while derivatives trading would continue until 3:45 pm. Under Option B, CTS would end at 3:15 pm with CAS running from 3:15 pm to 3:25 pm and derivatives trading continuing until 3:30 pm. Both alternatives would reduce the transition period between CTS and CAS from five minutes to up to one minute. The post-CAS derivatives trading window would also be cut to five minutes from 10 minutes. SEBI said market feedback indicated that a shorter trading window after CAS would be sufficient. Apart from that, the regulator proposed restricting the cancellation of limit orders placed beyond plus or minus 1 per cent of the reference price during CAS. Price-improving modifications would continue to be permitted within the existing plus or minus 3 per cent price band. An order placed at a price within 1 per cent of the Reference Price may be cancelled during CAS in accordance with the existing framework, it said. Moreover, SEBI suggested allowing unexecuted Iceberg orders at the end of CTS to be converted into normal limit orders with entire pending quantity disclosed in the CAS order book.
Paresh Rawal on National Awards shifting to Gujarat: Is it in Pakistan?
Mumbai: Paresh Rawal has a blunt response to the controversy over the National Film Awards being shifted from Delhi to Gujarat. The veteran actor has backed the decision to host this years ceremony in Gujarat, questioning why the change of venue has become a political issue. Speaking to ANI, Paresh Rawal said Gujarat is as Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
India becomes worlds 4th largest forex holder
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) India has become the fourth largest holder of foreign exchange reserves in the world after the record surge in dollar inflows triggered by the Reserve Bank of Indias (RBIs) foreign currency non-resident (bank) (FCNR(B) deposits scheme, according to data. With the $44.9 billion increase in its forex kitty to a record $785.7 billion during the week ended September 4, India has dislodged Russia from the fourth spot and is now ranked only behind China, Japan, and Switzerland, the data compiled by Bloomberg showed. The record increase in the foreign exchange reserves has taken place despite a decline in the gold reserves component by $2.59 billion to $113.81 billion during the week as gold prices fell. An increase in the foreign exchange reserves reflects strong fundamentals of the economy and gives the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) more headroom to stabilise the rupee when it turns volatile. A strong forex kitty enables the RBI to intervene in the spot and forward currency markets by releasing more dollars to prevent the rupee from going into a free fall. Meanwhile, the RBI has announced a Rs 1 lakh crore open market operation (OMO) sale of government bonds to mop up the excess liquidity in the banking system that has resulted from the strong inflow of foreign currency. The RBI will sell government securities worth Rs 1 lakh crore in three tranches Rs 50,000 crore on September 17, Rs 25,000 crore on September 21, and another Rs 25,000 crore on September 28. The auctions will be conducted through the multiple-price method using a multi-security auction. Earlier, the Reserve Bank had raised over Rs 3.53 lakh crore through an overnight Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction with a 1-day tenor on Monday, to absorb surplus cash from the banking system. A VRRR auction is a monetary policy tool used by a central bank to absorb excess cash from the banking system and ensure financial stability in the economy. The RBI has stepped up liquidity absorption operations as the banking system has been flooded with funds following large inflows through the special FCNR(B) deposit scheme. RBIs special dollar-rupee forex swap facility for FCNR(B) deposits, Overseas Foreign Currency Borrowings (OFCB) and External Commercial Borrowings (ECB), launched on June 8 this year, has driven an unprecedented surge in foreign exchange inflows into the country to the tune of $73 billion in less than 11 weeks of the launch. The response was strong enough for the RBI to advance the closure of the FCNR(B) window itself, from September 30 to August 31, having already achieved its objective ahead of schedule.
Sai Durgha Tejs 'Sambarala Yeti Gattu' cast begins dubbing for film
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Sep 12 (IANS) The cast of director Rohith KP's eagerly awaited pan Indian film, 'Sambarala Yeti Gattu', featuring Telugu star Sai Durgha Tej in the lead, has now begun dubbing for the film. Primeshow Entertainment, the production house producing the film, has now released a video clip showing the unit holding a pooja before beginning the dubbing work of the film. Sharing the video clip, the production house wrote, #SambaralaYetiGattu Dubbing Begins with a divine pooja. Post-production works progressing at full speed to bring an ambitious and spectacular theatrical experience on JANUARY 12th 2027. #SambaralaSankranthi. For the unaware, the film is slated to hit screens worldwide on January 12 next year. It may be recalled that the unit of the film had, only in June this year, wrapped up its Mumbai schedule. Sources close to the unit had told IANS that the Mumbai schedule involved a prominent Bollywood actor. The inclusion of the national-level talent was expected to enhance the film's reach while strengthening its appeal across audiences nationwide. The upcoming film has triggered huge interest among fans and film buffs for a number of reasons. Directed by Rohith KP and produced by K Niranjan Reddy and Chaitanya Reddy under Primeshow Entertainment, the film is being mounted on a grand scale with a budget of 125 crore, making it the biggest project in Sai Durgha Tejs career. The unit had shot a spectacular action sequence choreographed by National Award winning stunt choreographer Peter Hein in September last year. Sources had then claimed that Sai Durgha Tej would face off against a Bollywood superstar, who would be seen in a powerful antagonist's role. Extensive CGI work is also progressing rapidly to elevate the cinematic experience. Actress Aishwarya Lekshmi will be seen playing the female lead in this film, which will also feature a huge star cast including actors Jagapathi Babu, Srikanth, Saikumar, Ananya Nagalla and Ravi Krishna. Sources claim Sai Durgha Tej has been working for the past two years on Sambarala Yeti Gattu, preparing for this transformative and emotionally intense role. The film is to release in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam. Sources claim Sambarala Yeti Gattu will be a landmark Pan-India action drama. On the technical front, the film has cinematography by Vetri Palanisamy and music by Ajaneesh Loknath. Editing for the film is by Naveen Vijaya Krishna and costumes are by Ayesha Mariam.
Lalbaugcha Raja 'prasad' waste to power Mumbai's civic hospitals as faith meets sustainability:
Mumbai's Lalbaugcha Raja will convert prasad waste into clean electricity this Ganesh festival. Around eighty metric tonnes of food waste will power four municipal hospitals across the city. This initiative aims to reduce waste burden and promote a circular economy. Biomethanation plants at selected hospitals will process the organic waste daily. The generated electricity will illuminate hospital wards and common areas.
Amaal Mallik blasts at Salman Khan
Mumbai: Another day, another controversy surrounding Amaal Mallik and this time, Salman Khan and his team are in the spotlight. Music composer and singer Amaal Mallik has publicly called out the Salman Khan Films team over an anniversary post celebrating the 2015 film Hero. What caught his attention was the omission of the composer and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Nafisa Joseph suicide case: Bombay HC refuses to discharge ex-fianc, bizman Gautam Khanduja
Mumbai police arrest three in cyber-fraud network linked to 24 crore, 2,898 SIM cards
A case has been registered at Malad Police Station under BNS provisions relating to cheating involving delivery of property, criminal conspiracy, abetment and acts committed by several persons with a common intention
Poonam Dhillon, Padmini Kolhapure challenge CINTAA elections, call poll process haphazard, one-sided
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) The Cine and TV Artistes Association (CINTAA) elections are being held today amid an ongoing legal battle over the authority to conduct the polls. Poonam Dhillon and Padmini Kolhapure who are on important positions at the CINTAA committee, in an exclusive conversation with IANS, have called the election process haphazard and one-sided and maintained that those declared winners will not be able to take office until the pending legal dispute is decided. Speaking about the High Court proceedings, the duo said the court had allowed the elections to go ahead as the polling date was too close, but the outcome would remain subject to the decision in the pending suit. Padmini said the legal challenge filed by their side questions the authority and jurisdiction of the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) to enter CINTAA and conduct its elections. We have filed that they don't have any authority, no jurisdiction to enter into CINTAA and announce our elections, she said. Explaining their understanding of the court's order, C.P. Thakur said the elections could proceed but those elected would not immediately assume office. The people who will be the winners of tomorrow's election will not be taking office, Thakur said. Padmini further questioned, But the election process which they have taken up is so haphazard and it is just so one-sided, she said. She alleged that people who had submitted their names for the election were themselves unclear about whether their names had been included in the voting list. You know, people who have actually given in their names, they don't know whether their names are there, their voting list, she said. Padmini also raised questions over the timing of the publication of the final list. She claimed that although it was stated in court on September 8 that the final list had been declared, nominated candidates were allegedly unable to obtain the list until the following morning. She said the candidates had been asked to send emails because the date and time recorded on an email could establish when the list was actually provided. Time mein aap kuch bhi likh sakte ho, lekin email dates ko change nahi kar sakte. (You can write anything with a particular date, but you cannot change the dates on emails.) Padmini said they had documents and reports relating to the sequence of events and would leave it to the court to examine the matter. The election dispute comes amid a wider leadership crisis within CINTAA, following resignations from members of its Executive Committee and disagreements over the association's functioning and administration. Poonam also expressed disappointment over the manner in which the internal dispute has spilled into the public domain. We are really shocked, very disappointed and saddened, she said, referring to the mud-slinging between former colleagues who had worked together as a team until recently. Poonam stressed that the dispute should not be reduced to a personal battle between her and Padmini and their opponents, saying that CINTAA represents thousands of artistes. They are not talking CINTAA, they are saying Padmini and Poonam, Padmini and Poonam, Padmini said. They should be talking CINTAA, we represent CINTAA. Poonam added, It is hurting and it is degrading to all actors because CINTAA is representative of not just 21 members of EC. It is representing 9,000 actors all across films and television, she said.
Shiv Sena UBT likens Trump's $5,000 poll pledge to India's 'freebie politics' in Saamana editorial
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) The Shiv Sena (UBT) on Saturday launched a sharp attack on what it termed the growing global culture of election-time handouts, drawing parallels between US President Donald Trump's proposed Trump Dividend scheme and welfare initiatives rolled out by political parties in India. In an editorial published in the party mouthpiece Saamana, the Uddhav Thackeray-led outfit alleged that the freebie culture fostered by Trump in the United States and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in India has weakened democratic values and undermined human dignity. The editorial argued that while India has schemes such as Ladki Bahin and similar welfare programmes in various states, Trump's proposal to deposit $5,000 into the bank account of every adult American if Republicans win control of both houses of Congress amounts to a comparable election-time inducement. What Modi and Shah are doing in India, Trump is replicating in the United States -- using public money, distributing handouts and winning elections, the editorial claimed, adding that although the beneficiaries may differ, the underlying political approach remains the same. According to the Thackeray camp, Trump's proposed Trump Dividend is to secure electoral support through direct cash transfers. It argued that implementing such a scheme would impose a burden of more than $1 trillion on the US Treasury at a time when the country's national debt has crossed $40 trillion, and its annual fiscal deficit stands at $1.8 trillion. The editorial further claimed that Trump's announcement had created unease within his own party and cited reports of concerns over the proposal's fiscal implications and implementation. Furthermore, distributing this handout will require congressional approval. The moment Trump announced the $5,000 payout, leaders and ministers within his own party were left bewildered. Vice President J.D. Vance expressed clear dismay, attempting to control the narrative by stating that the money would only be distributed following strict scrutiny and legal procedures, ensuring wealthy adults would not benefit. This reflects the same strategy used by the Indian government's grand announcements first, then delay execution using conditional clauses and bureaucratic fine print, claimed the editorial. Drawing a comparison with India, the Shiv Sena (UBT) referred to Modi's 2014 promise of depositing Rs 15 lakh in every Indian's bank account, alleging that the pledge remains unfulfilled. It also criticised a range of welfare schemes announced by state governments across the country, arguing that such programmes are increasingly being used as electoral tools. The party said pressing issues such as unemployment, inflation and agrarian distress remain unresolved in India, while Trump's administration was similarly failing to address domestic challenges in the US. Claiming that freebie politics has become a global trend, the editorial alleged that governments are increasingly relying on public-funded handouts to secure electoral victories. It concluded that such politics, whether in India or the US, have compromised democratic principles and diminished public accountability.
Alia Bhatt says she 'never felt' she could have acted in 'Don't Be Shy'
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Actress-producer Alia Bhatt said she never felt that she should have acted in Dont Be Shy, adding that she is instead more nervous about introducing four new actors and a debutant director with the film. During the trailer launch, Alia was asked if there was a part of her which said she could have acted in this film, to which she replied: No, I don't think I ever felt that Alia, who made her acting debut 14 years ago with Student Of The Year, said producing the project has given her a different sense of fulfilment as she has been involved in building its story and world from the very beginning. 14 years ago, I made my debut as an actor, and 14 years later, I am introducing four new actors and a debutant director, and I am way more nervous than they are right now. I really have butterflies in my stomach because, to answer your question, I love being an actor and I love being in front of the camera, but being a producer has another sort of fulfilment. It gives me another sort of joy because we've been involved in building the world, the story, from the word go The actress added: From when Sreeti Mukerji came to us with an idea to make a movie like this, and we said, Let's do it together, and then we took it to our lovely partners It is a story very close to my heart, and everyone will resonate with it because we all love what comes with growing up. Dont Be Shy follows a 20-year-old girl Shyamili 'Shy' Das, who believes she has life figured out, watches her carefully planned existence take an unexpected turn as everything starts spiraling beyond her control.
Palghar hospital violence: MLAs son, 13 others arrested; HC slams lax, ridiculous probe
The action taken by the Palghar police appeared to be merely superficial and seemed to have been carried out in a manner that would ultimately benefit the accused, the High Court said
Mumbai lake levels: Seven reservoirs hold 96.29 per cent water stock on Saturday
The current stock stands lower than in the same period last year, when the reservoirs contained 14,23,981 million litres (98.38 per cent). Also, the lake levels remained lower than in 2024, when the lakes had 14,25,128 million litres, accounting for 98.46 per cent of the total live storage
Lalbaugcha Raja 2026 darshan will begin with Ganesh Chaturthi on September 14 and continue until Anant Chaturdashi on September 25. Heres a complete guide to darshan timings, Mukh Darshan, Charan Sparsh, VIP pass and ticket prices, live streaming and the best ways to reach the famous Mumbai Ganpati pandal.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Choreographer Ganesh Acharya, who has worked with actor Anil Kapoor for the first time with a qawaali on India Ke Top 1%, said that the two have created something that complemented his jhakaas style. Ganesh, who directed and choreographed the Qawwali, shared, It is wonderful to see the song receiving so much love and going viral. Baat Khatki Toh Jeet Pakki is culturally rooted and has a hook that stays with you. He said that the moment he had visualised the energy the moment he heard it. Ganesh added: The moment I heard it, I could visualise the energy and celebration we could create on screen. I had wanted to work with Anil sir for a long time, and Im glad Star Plus brought us together for India Ke Top 1 percent. Since this was his first Qawwali performance, we created something that complemented his jhakaas style. His infectious energy elevated our vision and turned the song into a celebration, Ganesh added. Talking about the show, Anil, on August 7, had said that every challenge in the reality show tests observation, logic, presence of mind, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Anil said in a statement: I'm thrilled to announce that India Ke Top 1% premieres on 5th September. Witnessing the grand launch of the show in such a spectacular setting made this announcement even more special. After running across the globe in countries including the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Greece, Australia, Israel, Turkey, Ukraine, Mexico and the USA, the internationally acclaimed format The 1% Club is now making its much-awaited debut in India. The show offers a refreshing take on the quiz genre, where it's not about how much you know, but how you think. Designed for everyone, the format allows people of every age to play along from home, turning every living room into a shared family game night. The show airs on Star Plus and JioHotstar.
Ameesha Patels mothers Rs 5 lakh bangle stolen; police trace domestic worker
A domestic worker has been arrested for allegedly stealing a diamond-studded gold bangle worth Rs 5 lakh from actress Ameesha Patels mother Asha Patels Mumbai residence. Police traced the accused after Asha reportedly suspected her involvement and lodged a complaint
Ameesha Patel's Mumbai Home Robbed, Jewellery Worth Rs 5 Lakh Stolen
Mumbai Police have arrested a domestic worker in connection with the case
Bigg Boss 20: Big update on first week elimination, who is out?
Mumbai: Bigg Boss 20 is ready for its first Weekend Ka Vaar, with Kanika Mann, Uditi Singh, Arishfa Khan and Love Gill currently facing the threat of eviction. But who will become the first contestant to leave the house? The answer appears to be no one. Weekend Ka Vaar shooting happened on Friday and insiders Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
North Korea fires ballistic missiles toward sea after US-South Korea-Japan drill
The North Korean ballistic launch event, the first in about three weeks, came as the country was continuing its weapons display after rebuffing US President Donald Trump's decision to scale back a major bilateral military drill with South Korea in a goodwill gesture
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Bigg Boss 20 contestant Qazi Touqeer opened up about his longstanding friendship with star singer Arijit Singh. While chatting with his fellow housemates in an episode of BB 20, Qazi showered praise on the playback singer for his passion, fighting spirit and down-to-earth nature. Qazi, who shares a friendship with Arijit dating back to their days on the 2005 singing reality show Fame Gurukul, spoke about the singer with immense affection and admiration. Bro, I'm telling you. That guy is my life, Qazi said while talking about Arijit. Qazi also spoke about Arijit's passion for music and recalled how the singer could remain completely absorbed in his musical world for hours. That guy is my life. Uska fighting spirit crazy hai. Woh 8 ghante tak nahi thakta. Sitar leke baithta hai. (He sits down with his sitar.) Shuru jab kiya usne toh time ka kuch pata nahi chal raha hai. Saat ghanta, chhe ghanta, constant. Usi cheez mein khoya hua hai. (His fighting spirit is crazy. He doesnt get tired even after eight hours. Once he starts, he loses track of time. Seven hours, six hours, constantly. He is completely lost in it) Qazi went on to praise Arijit's love for the process of creating music, saying that for his friend, the joy lies in the process and the music itself. Mereko kapdon ka shauk hai, mereko aisa hai. Uske liye maza kya hai? Process. Uska sangeet. (I have a fascination for clothes and such things. But for him, what matters is the process. His music.) When asked about his favourite Arijit Singh song, Qazi became emotional and chose Tum Hi Ho from the 2013 film Aashiqui 2. He dedicated the song to his friend, saying he shared a very close bond with him and respected him so much that alfaz kam padh jaaye. (Out of words) Qazi then added, I love you, Arijit bhai. We love Arijit. Arijit bhai, I love you so much. The whole country loves him, bhai. Kuch bolne ki baat hi nahi hai. For the uninitiated, Qazi and Arijit's friendship goes back more than two decades. The two met as young contestants on Fame Gurukul in 2005 and have remained close despite their careers taking very different paths. Their friendship received another public endorsement after Qazi entered Bigg Boss 20. Arijit took to X and revealed that Qazi had given him a reason to watch the reality show for the first time. I will have to watch BIG BOSS for the first time in my life cz Apna Rockstar QAZI hai udhar, Arijit wrote.
Jamie Lee Curtis remembers late friend 25 years after cancer death
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Actress Jamie Lee Curtis has remembered her late friend Katie Westbrook, who died of cancer 25 years ago, and highlighted the lack of progress in finding effective treatments for childhood cancer. Curtis took to Instagram, where she said she wears Westbrooks wig whenever she speaks about childrens health, as a tribute to her friends resilience, humour and grace during her battle with the disease. She wrote on Instagram: My friend Katie Westbrook died 25 years ago. Her mother's beautiful essay questioning the lack of progress and a treatment for the horrific cancer that took her life is in my bio. I wear her wig whenever I talk about children's health as a way of reminding people of her resilient spirit, humor, and grace during the fight of her life.#neverforget, Lee Curtis added. Jamie Lee Curtis is known for her performances in the horror and slasher genres, alongside multiple comedies, she is regarded as a scream queen. Curtis has received numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, two Golden Globes, and two Actor Awards, as well as a nomination for a Grammy Award. Curtis made her screen debut in a 1977 episode of the television drama Quincy, M.E.. Her film debut came with Halloween and established her as a prominent scream queen. Her subsequent horror roles have included The Fog, Prom Night, and Terror Train, as well as six sequels from the Halloween franchise, concluding with Halloween Ends. She also gained brief recognition as a sex symbol following her role as a fitness instructor in Perfect and won her first Golden Globe for the sitcom Anything but Love. Curtis' most successful roles outside of the horror genre have been in the comedies Trading Places, True Lies, and Everything Everywhere All at Once; these respectively earned her BAFTA, Golden Globe, and Academy Award wins. Her other film credits include A Fish Called Wanda, Blue Steel, My Girl, The Tailor of Panama, Freaky Friday, Christmas with the Kranks, Knives Out, The Last Showgirl, and Freakier Friday. Curtis earned her first Emmy nomination for the television film Nicholas' Gift, and later won Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for the FX series The Bear. She also acted in the satirical slasher series Scream Queens.
Bombay High Court declines to restrain Manoj Jarange Patils march, notes right to protest
A bench of Chief Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi and Justice Advait Sethna heard a petition
SEBI likely to issue consultation paper on CAS framework: Report
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is likely to issue a consultation paper on the Closing Auction Session (CAS) on Saturday, with the regulator expected to propose changes to the methodology used to determine settlement prices for derivative contracts, according to a report. The report from NDTV Profit said the proposal is likely to be discussed at the SEBI board meeting, scheduled for September 24, and will address concerns raised by market participants about how derivative settlement prices are calculated on expiry days under the newly introduced CAS mechanism. SEBI is not planning to roll back the CAS itself but aims to refine the calculation of settlement prices under the auction mechanism on expiry days. SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey earlier clarified that CAS is here to stay, and that the market regulator was examining concerns raised by market participants to solve them. CAS, which came into effect on August 3, ends continuous trading in futures-and-options eligible stocks at 3:15 pm, moving those securities into a roughly 20minute auction where buy and sell orders are matched to determine the official closing price. NonF&O stocks continue trading until 3:30 pm, while stock and index derivatives trade until 3:40 pm. Indian equities have seen sharp moves during the newly launched closing auction session, particularly on derivatives expiry days. Indicative close for Sensex briefly dropped 2.5 per cent, during last week's session, causing it put options' premiums to surge 400 to 500 per cent during closing auction. Similarly, Tuesday also saw Nifty put options surging multi-fold on expiry day trading. Analysts said that CAS has made expiryday execution less predictable for systematic options strategies, adding that limited participation in the auction could allow a handful of orders to significantly change closing prices.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman: Indias demographic dividend is happening in real time
This generation is not waiting for legacy yardsticks to validate their productivity
Putin meets President El-Sisi on sidelines of BRICS Summit, says we take Egypt'
He also praised Egypt as a long-standing and reliable friend and invited President el-Sisi to Moscow this October for the upcoming Russia Africa Summit.
Mumbai Turns To Sea As Water Demand Outpaces Supply
The plan to supply desalinated water to Mumbai was first seriously considered after the severe water shortage of 2009, when the city faced daily water cuts. The civic body had proposed desalination to reduce the city's dependence on the monsoon.
Congress slams weak Modi govt over US ad asking Indians to self-deport
This comes after an advertisement posted by the Department of Homeland Security
Gujarat: 195 girls fall sick after eating hostel food, 20 hospitalised
Girls at Ranak Girls Hostel in Vallabh Vidyanagar complained of vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal pain from early Friday morning following their dinner the previous night, District Epidemic Medical Officer Dr Rakesh Patel said
Russia-Ukraine war: Drone strikes kill four in Kyiv and Russia's Tula region
Eight others were injured in the drone strikes on petrol stations in the Ukrainian capital early on Friday; the attacks followed an overnight strike on a Kyiv residential block that injured another eight people
Sandra Bullock: Practical Magic 2 would not exist without the love for the first film
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Hollywood star Sandra Bullock has expressed her heartfelt gratitude to fans as Practical Magic 2 makes its debut, saying the much-awaited sequel would not have been possible without the enduring love for the original film. Sandra took to Instagram, where she shared a gamut of images and clips from the making of the film and said that she and the team poured their hearts into the second chapter of the film. She hoped it gives audiences two hours to laugh, cry, escape and celebrate the people who bring a little magic into their lives. Practical Magic 2 is out now we poured our whole hearts into this film, and Im so honored to finally put it out into the world. This second chapter would not exist without the love youve given the first film all these years later, so thank you. Truly, she wrote as the caption. The actress added: I hope this movie gives you two hours to laugh, cry, escape, and celebrate the people who make your life feel like magic. Your sisters, your brothers, your family, your friends, your chosen family and maybe even yourself. With love, Sandy. Practical Magic 2 is a romantic fantasy directed by Susanne Bier. The film is based on the 2021 novel The Book of Magic by Alice Hoffman. The sequel to Practical Magic. The film stars Sandra, Nicole Kidman, Dianne Wiest, and Stockard Channing reprising their roles from the previous film, alongside new cast members Joey King, Lee Pace, Maisie Williams, Xolo Mariduea, and Solly McLeod. The first installment, which was released in 1998, had Bullock and Kidman play sisters Sally and Gillian Owens, descended from a long line of witches. Raised by their aunts after their parents' death from a family curse, the sisters are taught the uses of practical magic as they grow up. Years later, they must use their magic to destroy the evil spirit of Gillian's abusive boyfriend before it kills them.
US: Donald Trump signs act to honour Army veterans and Medal of Honor recipients
Signed at Texass National Medal of Honor Museum, the bill honors over 3500 recipients of the nations highest military decoration
Houthis seize Perim island as Saudi-backed forces withdraw from Bab el-Mandeb
Full Houthi control over the Bab el-Mandeb Strait would grant Iran a major advantage in its conflict with the US by threatening a critical global shipping route and driving up oil prices
Crude prices eased on September 12 after hitting multi-month highs, while Hormuz tensions threaten supply. Indias petrol and diesel prices remain unchanged despite rising costs and a 6.3% August fuel-demand decline.
As multiple bodies stake claim to control the sport across the city, leading to legal tangles and administrative tugs-of-war, the sports die-hard fans remain starved of top-class action
Urban forests are just what Mumbai needs
A pocket of green is then created, and though it is narrow, the impression is that of a forest with eye-pleasing foliage.
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Veteran actor Ranjeet turned 84 on Saturday, and on the occasion, Bollywood star Jackie Shroff shared a throwback picture of the veteran star and penned a heartfelt birthday wish. The post featured a vintage picture of Ranjeet in a sharp suit, posing in his quintessential style. Alongside the picture, the birthday message read, My respects always! Happy Birthday. #HappyBirthday. For the uninitiated, Ranjeet, born Gopal Bedi on September 12, 1942, in Jandiala Guru near Amritsar, is known for his extensive career in Hindi cinema. Hello was particularly known for playing some of the most memorable negative characters of the 1970s and 1980s. He has appeared in more than 200 films and became synonymous with the quintessential Bollywood screen villain. Reportedly, it was Sunil Dutt who played an important role in bringing him into the film industry. Ranjeet got his first screen opportunities with Sawan Bhadon and Reshma Aur Shera. He initially played a brother in the two films before Sharmeelee changed the course of his career. In Sharmeelee, Ranjeet played a negative character, and the success of the film led to a flood of villainous roles. He went on to portray a wide range of antagonists, from criminals and gangsters to dacoits and corrupt or malicious authority figures. He has been a part of classics such as Amar Akbar Anthony, Dharmatma, Muqaddar Ka Sikandar, Laawaris, Namak Halaal, Suhaag, Vishwanath, Sharaabi, Rocky and Hero. On the personal front, Ranjeet is married to Aloka Bedi, and the couple has two children, daughter Divyanka Bedi and son Jeeva. Ranjeet has also continued to remain active and fitness-conscious even in his 80s. Earlier this year, he grabbed attention after sharing a workout video in which his daughter Divyanka coached him through a cable chest-fly exercise. In the video, Ranjeet was seen jokingly following his daughter's instructions as she coached him, and he later thanked his daughter, calling her his coach.
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Padma Lakshmi remembers Twin Towers on 9/11 anniversary: An emblem of our childhood
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) India-born supermodel, TV host, producer, cookbook author and actress Padma Lakshmi remembered the victims of the September 2001 attacks, reflecting on her childhood memories of New Yorks Twin Towers. Taking to Instagram, Padma shared a video of the 9/11 attack and paid tribute to the first responders who risked their lives during the tragedy 25 years ago. She took to the caption section, where she recalled how the day changed her life for everyone 25 years ago. Growing up as a kid in New York, those twin towers were always a landmark. I remember my mom always telling me to look up for them when we went downtown. I remember the day the world changed for all of us 25 years ago, Padma wrote in the caption. She added: I was away from my beloved city and my heart ached for all that we lost. Those twin towers were an emblem of our childhood. They were part of an age gone by for so many of us. Thank you to all the first responders who put their lives and health on the line. Thinking today of all the lives lost and the families who were irrevocably affected. The September 11 attacks were a coordinated series of suicide attacks perpetrated by al-Qaeda against the United States in 2001. A total of 19 hijackers commandeered four commercial passenger airliners. The first two planes were flown into each of the Twin Towers in New York City, while the third plane crashed into the Pentagon, the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense, in Arlington County, Virginia. The fourth plane crashed in a rural field in Pennsylvania during a passenger revolt. Born in India, Lakshmi immigrated to the United States as a child. She became a model before embarking on a career on television. She has written five books. She rose to prominence by hosting Top Chef. Lakshmi is the creator, host, and executive producer of the docuseries Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi. She has received 16 Primetime Emmy Award nominations.
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Pink speaks out on Jewish identity amid backlash: Wont take it quietly
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Singer Pink has spoken out about her Jewish identity and the backlash she faced after a social media repost, saying she would rather be disagreed with for her own words than judged for something she didn't write. Pink wrote a long post on Instagram, where she has clarified her views on the Israel-Gaza conflict while speaking about her Jewish identity and calling for the protection of innocent lives on all sides. She wrote: Ive been quiet in my own words for a week, which you know isnt like me. So here they are. Last Sunday I reposted somebody elses post about Macklemores set at Ed Sheerans show. It said things in words I didnt write, and I wouldnt have chosen all of them. Then the comments came, and I did what I do when Im hurt, which is post snarky memes and act like Im fine. Thats on me. She shared that a repost isnt a statement, and a meme isnt a spine. Social media makes all of us cheap and fast, and we all know it. But Id rather be disagreed with for what I actually said than hated for what anybody else wrote, so let me say it, Pink said. Pink said she was born a Jew. I didnt pick it, and Ive never hidden it. And this week a whole lot of people decided what I believe without asking me, without checking a single thing Ive ever said or done, because a repost and the word Jew were apparently enough to fill in the rest. But let me fill it in... myself. The singer said that she doesnt speak for Israel, or for any government. Of course I dont speak for Israel, or for any government. I never have. What I said in October 2023 is still exactly what I believe: Hamas is a terrorist organization. Palestinians deserve a future that honors their humanity and their aspirations, she wrote. Protecting innocent life comes first, everywhere, and nobody should ever celebrate the death of a child. Anybodys child. Ive spent a decade as a UNICEF ambassador for kids who didnt choose the country or the war they were born into, and I have grieved every one of them, on both sides of that fence. I didnt do it from behind a screen; I went to those children and held them. Im not going to litigate a complex war in an Instagram caption, and Im not going to recite anybodys slogan to earn back a follower. Pink says she is standing up for her Jewish identity despite backlash, rejecting assumptions about her views while calling for the safety and humanity of Jews, Palestinians, Muslims and Israelis. She says she will continue speaking out in her own words. And now I'm standing up for my own people, and I thought I knew going in how lonely that would be. And it's lonelier than that. But I'm doing it anyway. Something has changed in this country, and can read it in my own comments. Pink says she feels people have unfairly labelled her and assumed her views, but she refuses to stay silent about her Jewish identity and beliefs. From the river to the sea. ionist, spat like it's a slur, by people who couldn't tell you the details of what I believe, because I hadn't told them yet. I wasn't asked. I was told. I don't think most of them hate Jews. She said that she can handle being portrayed as the villain but wont accept it quietly. Pink says that no one has to agree with one thing Israel's government does to not want the Jewish family two rows down from you to be scared or targeted at a concert. That's the scared or targeted at a concert. That's the only thing I'm asking anybody for. To the ones who are frightened this week, Jewish or Muslim or Palestinian or Israeli or just tired of all of it: I see you. And if anybody wants to really know what I think, just ask me. I'm right here. I've never been hard to find. And I'll keep speaking out, in my own words. It's Friday. For working people who have more to worry about than pop stars and pile- ons, it's the end of a hard week. It's also the 25th anniversary of September 11th, and my prayers are with the innocent souls we lost that morning. And at sundown, for Jews, it's Rosh Hashanah, our New Year. Now I'm going to go make dinner for my kids, light the candles, dip some apples in honey, pour a glass of wine and be full of gratitude. That's my tradition. It also happens to be a Jewish one. Shana tova.
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