Pankaj Tripathi speaks up on his spiritual journey, control over emotions
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 10 (IANS) Actor Pankaj Tripathi, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming streaming film Parivarik ManuRanjan, has spoken about his journey into spirituality and how it has been helping him to attain control over his emotions. The actor spoke with IANS along with his co-actor Aditi Rao Hydari in the Goregaon east area of Mumbai, and said that while he has managed to have control over expression of emotions but he is yet to master the art of not letting an emotion affect him. He told IANS, I am a sanyasi who is holding on to the external. I need to practice the internal, that is the final process. I don't express my anger, that is one thing. But to not get angry, is another thing. That is the control that I have. If I get angry, I know that my anger will disappear in a few seconds. That is all I understand. The anger taking over my mind cannot be stopped. But how I react in anger is something in my control. Greed, greed, lust, all emotions are inside of us. There is everything inside us. There is violence and violence. I would say that Im still working on it, he added. Earlier, the actor had said that the preparation of an actor far precedes the preparation for a character. He shared that while playing a part requires a specific time frame, actors prepare throughout their lives, and its a constant process. He earlier told IANS, You get to play a character in one or two weeks or three weeks. You read the film, and then you try to be close to the character. Its a matter of a few weeks, it takes years to prepare an actor. Like how it takes 4 days to make a chair, but it takes 4 years for the carpenter to learn how to make it perfectly. Meanwhile, Parivarik ManuRanjan is set to drop on November 13, 2026 on November 13, 2026 on SonyLIV.
Union Home Minister Shri Amit: A few days after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Suryakumar Yadav, who led India to the T20 World Cup title early this year, along with his family, met Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Monday. After the meeting, the 26-year-old cricketer said he was inspired by the Home Minister's vision, adding that 'it was one of those rare meetings that push the frontiers one never knew existed'. Glad to have met Honble Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah Ji with my family. It was one of those rare meetings that push the frontiers one never knew existed. Truly inspired by the sagacity of his vision, which spans an extraordinary range of subjects, from national security to sports and spirituality, Suryakumar Yadav wrote in an Instagram post on Monday. Yadav met the Home Minister along with his wife, Devisha Shetty, and daughter. He posed for pictures with Home Minister Amit Shah and showed him his T20 World Cup medal. He also presented a memento to the Home Minister. Amit Shah is the second key government leader that Suryakumar Yadav met in the last three days in Delhi. On Saturday, the Mumbai cricketer met Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with his family and spent some time interacting with the PM. Surya, a two-time T20 World Cup winner, having been part of the sides that bagged the titles in the 2024 and 2026 championships, said meeting the Prime Minister was a heartwarming moment for him. Fondly known as SKY, the 36-year-old from Mumbai met the PM along with his wife, Devisha Shetty, and daughter. In a post on Instagram, Suryakumar Yadav expressed his happiness over meeting PM Modi. He went in with a bouquet of roses and also shared a framed photograph with the PM. From wearing the Indian jersey to having the privilege of meeting the Honourable Prime Minister of our country, Shri Narendra Modi ji, moments like these make you reflect on the journey, the responsibilities and the countless blessings that have come along the way. Truly humbled, deeply grateful and forever proud to be Indian. Jai Hind, Suryakumar Yadav wrote in a social media post. Known for his exploits in T20, the shortest format of the game, Surya has represented India in 113 T20I matches, scoring 3,272 runs at an average of 36.35, hitting four hundreds and 25 fifties. He has played one Test, 37 ODIs, and 86 First-Class matches. He has also been part of the ACC Asia Cup-winning sides twice, leading them to victory in 2025 in the United Arab Emirates. Known for his exploits in T20, the shortest format of the game, Surya has represented India in 113 T20I matches, scoring 3,272 runs at an average of 36.35, hitting four hundreds and 25 fifties. He has played one Test, 37 ODIs, and 86 First-Class matches. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Annakoot and Bhai Dooj festivities to colour celebrations in Mumbai
Suicide abetment: Accused man held, spouse at large
Over 60 suffer burns this Diwali across Mumbai & MMR, 2 women critical with 75% & 50% injuries
2 Critical, 3 Injured After Government Buses, Car Collide In Mumbai
Police officers arrived at the scene and used a crane to remove the damaged cars and buses from the road after extracting their occupants.
Soldier Killed, Another Injured After Trailer Rams Army Truck In Kota
A speeding trailer collided with a stationary Army truck on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway near Jalimpura toll on Monday, police said.
Mumbai Bans Aerial Firecrackers After Diwali Fire Surge
The prohibition will apply to all public and private spaces within BMC limits, including residential buildings, terraces, balconies, courtyards, parking lots and slum areas.
Mumbai: Six injured after bus rams into multiple vehicles in Wadala
According to the BEST's Command and Control Centre (Traffic), a Chalo bus rammed into two cars waiting behind a stationary BEST bus. Two of the injured were critical
Over 50-ft-long dead baleen whale found on Dahanu beach
Siddhivinayak trust in Mumbai gives Rs 10 crore for drought relief
Mumbai railway update: Udhna Station handles 1.57 lakh passengers in three days
Station manages over 44,000 passengers in a 15-hour period; Western Railway plans additional special train services to handle the upcoming Chhath festival rush from November 9 to 13
Maharashtra: Tree branch falls on parked car in Thane; no injuries reported
According to the information received by the authorities, a call regarding the incident was received at 8.20 am on Monday. The branch fell on a Toyota Fortuner bearing registration number MH 04 KG 5001. The vehicle owner's identity was not known
Maharashtra cyber police arrests two in fake medical certificate racket
Digital Desk | Pune, Nov 9 (IANS) A case of question paper leakage has come to light in connection with a recruitment examination conducted by the National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA) in Pune city of Maharashtra. The Chaturshringi Police have registered a case against NCRA employee Vivek Baban Hadwale (40) under the Official Secrets Act after the paper was allegedly circulated on WhatsApp a day before the exam. A written test for the post of Work Assistant was held on May 24, 2025, at the NCRA centre located on the Savitribai Phule Pune University campus. Information about the leak reached the vigilance department of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) in Mumbai through a confidential source in June 2026 nearly 13 months after the examination. According to the complaint filed by Vaibhav Pandurang Sherkar (35), a vigilance officer at TIFR, he met the confidential source on July 31, 2026. During the meeting, the source claimed that on May 23, 2025, at around 7:15 am one day before the exam he had received the complete question paper on WhatsApp from the mobile phone of Vivek Hadwale. The source handed over a printed copy of the question paper along with screenshots of the WhatsApp conversation. Sherkar also took photographs of the sources mobile screen using his own phone. These images clearly showed the pattern and content of the question paper. In a subsequent interaction, the source reiterated that it was Hadwale who had sent the paper. The vigilance department compared the leaked question paper with the original official paper and found them to be identical. Following this verification, Sherkar lodged a formal complaint with the police. Acting on the complaint, the Chaturshringi Police have registered a case against Vivek Baban Hadwale under Section 5 of the Official Secrets Act, 1923, and Sections 316(2) and 316(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Police are currently investigating the matter further to determine the full extent of the leakage and any other persons who may have been involved.
Vivek Agnihotri Deletes Diwali Fire Post, Says He Doesn't Want To Be Reason For Outrage
Agnihotri had earlier questioned Mumbai's firecracker safety measures after a rocket set a sofa on his balcony ablaze, prompting a public debate.
Mumbai Bans Rockets, Aerial Firecrackers Till Nov 25 After Diwali Fire Scare
According to the order issued by the authority, the restriction covers all residential buildings, rooftops, balconies, and slum pockets.
Bombay High Court turns down urgent plea for Chhath Puja celebrations at Girgaum Chowpatty in Mumbai
BEST bus goes out of control in Mumbai; 6 hurt, driver held
On a Monday night at Lodha Junction in Mumbai, a dramatic incident occurred when a bus driver lost control, resulting in a collision that trapped two cars between two BEST buses. This unfortunate event left six individuals injured, with the driver of an Ertiga suffering serious injuries. Emergency services quickly transported all affected parties to Sion Hospital, while authorities have launched an investigation into the crash's cause.
Thane AQI touches 150 during Diwali; noise levels exceed permissible limits: TMC
The TMC's Pollution Control Department monitored air quality at Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations (CAQMS) in Kasarvadavali and Upvan, as well as at a manual monitoring station in Kopri, before and during the festival
Maharashtra weather update: Dahanu sizzles at 37.4 deg C, Pune AQI nears 300
Dahanu in Konkan emerged as the hottest location, recording a maximum temperature of 37.4 degrees Celsius, while Jalgaon in Madhya Maharashtra registered the lowest minimum temperature at 13.6 degrees Celsius, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD)
Mumbai records 137 cracker-induced fires on Diwali
Mumbai witnessed an alarming surge in firecracker-induced blazes this Diwali, recording 137 incidents on Sunday alone, which injured two firefighters. The total number of firecracker-related fires between November 6 and November 9 surpassed previous years' entire Diwali periods, severely straining the Mumbai Fire Brigade. Civic authorities have issued an urgent safety advisory urging citizens to exercise extreme caution.
Tagore in Mungpoo: Rare collection of Nobel laureate's works on display
A rare collection of Nobel laureate's paintings, letters, manuscripts, personal memorabilia preserved by his protegee Maitreyi Devi is on display in Mumbai
30-year-old biker killed in head-on collision in Virar
Farah Khan has called out online portals for sharing videos that falsely claimed a fire had broken out at her Mumbai home. She clarified that the fire was at an under-construction building and not her residence. Sideos.
Eight major fire incidents reported in Maharashtra's Thane in 24 hours
The fire incidents were reported across different parts of the city, including Manpada, Kasarvadavli, Kopri, Vartak Nagar, Kalwa and Wagle Estate, officials said
BMC bans rockets, aerial firecrackers across Mumbai till Nov 25
A preventive ban on the use of rockets and similar firecrackers in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation area is being imposed as a precautionary measure in the interest of public safety, BMC said on Monday. BMC said a large number of firecracker fires have been observed in Mumbai city and its suburbs in the last two days. In particular, there is a possibility of rockets and similar firecrackers falling on the roofs, balconies, and windows of nearby buildings, as well as on flammable materials, causing fire. The local body said the decision is being taken considering the dense population, high-rise buildings, slum areas, narrow roads and large number of residential and commercial buildings in Mumbai. As per the instructions issued by the Urban Disaster Management Authority, Brihanmumbai, this ban shall be applicable to residential buildings, terraces, balconies, courtyards, parking lots, slum areas and all other premises. This order shall be in force from November 9, 2026 till 11.59...
BMC bans rockets and aerial firecrackers in Mumbai until November 25
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Makeup artist held with cocaine worth Rs 3.36 crore
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Suryakumar Yadav to captain Mumbai in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026
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Hardik Pandya-Arshdeep Singh Trade: Abhinav Mukund Questions PBKS' Move, Raises Shreyas Factor
Hardik has captained Mumbai Indians over the last three IPL seasons, but his potential move to Punjab could see him take up a different role.
Suryakumar Yadav to lead Mumbai in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
T20 World Cup 2026-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav will lead Mumbai in the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT). All-rounder Shardul Thakur returns to the side after recovering from a finger injury, as the 16-member squad for the domestic T20 tournament has been announced on Monday, according to Cricinfo. Suryakumar's appointment marks a split in Mumbai's captaincy across formats this season. Shardul Thakur had led the side across formats last season, while Siddhesh Lad was named captain for the ongoing Ranji Trophy campaign. Suryakumar, meanwhile, was not part of Mumbai's Ranji Trophy squad. Suryakumar said it was a matter of pride to represent Mumbai and an honour to lead the side, adding that the team would aim to uphold its winning legacy and bring home the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. It is always a matter of immense pride to represent Mumbai. I am honoured to lead this talented group in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Mumbai has a rich cricketing legacy and a winning culture, and w...
Man held for cheating Kandivali businessman of Rs 18.5 lakh
Accused lures people of through investment schemes promising to double money; held after evading arrest for nearly 18 months
Annakoot and Bhai Dooj festivities to colour Diwali celebrations
Smriti Mandhana To Lead Defending Champions Maharashtra In Senior Womens T20 Super League
Gujarat College Cricket Ground: India skipper Smriti Mandhana will captain defending champions Maharashtra in the Super League stage of the Senior Womens T20 Trophy, with Tejal Hasabnis named as her vice-captain in a 16-member squad announced by the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) on Monday. Smriti was unavailable for the league stage of the competition due to her leading India to white-ball series wins over Zimbabwe at home last month. After taking a short break post the completion of the series against Zimbabwe, Smriti will be back to state duties and help Maharashtra retain the title they won last season. Experienced campaigners such as Devika Vaidya, Anuja Patil, Mukta Magre and Gautami Naik are present, while the specialist wicketkeepers are Shivali Shinde and Damini Bankar. The eight sides that made the Super League have been divided into two groups of four. Maharashtra have been drawn in Group B alongside Andhra, Railways and Mumbai, while Karnataka, Baroda, Vidarbha and Delhi form Group A. All matches of the Super League stage will be held in Ahmedabad, with the Gujarat College Cricket Ground A and Ground B of the Narendra Modi Stadium as the venues. Maharashtra will commence their Super League campaign against Andhra in the 9 a.m. fixture at the Gujarat College Cricket Ground A on November 14. They will then face heavyweights Railways at the Narendra Modi Stadium Ground B at 11 a.m. on November 16. But undoubtedly the most keenly awaited clash for Maharashtra will be against Mumbai at the Gujarat College Cricket Ground A at 1.30 p.m. on November 18. Mumbai, who are expected to be led by India batter Jemimah Rodrigues, start their campaign against Railways on November 14 and play Andhra on November 16 before meeting Maharashtra. With each team playing only three games, the margin for error is thin. Only the two group toppers will progress, and they will square off in the final to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium Ground B on November 20. Mumbai, who are expected to be led by India batter Jemimah Rodrigues, start their campaign against Railways on November 14 and play Andhra on November 16 before meeting Maharashtra. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Absconding Trinamool MLA arrested at Kolkata Airport in rape case
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 9 (IANS) Absconding Trinamool Congress (TMC) legislator Paresh Ram Das, the MLA representing Canning (Paschim) in South 24 Parganas district, was arrested at the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata on Monday evening while allegedly attempting to flee to Mumbai. Das, an accused in a high-profile rape and extortion case, had been evading law enforcement for 17 days and repeatedly failed to respond to summons issued by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the West Bengal Police. A special operations group from the Baruipur Police District, acting on specific intelligence, tracked Das to the airport and apprehended him with assistance from the Bidhannagar City Police. The joint operation was conducted under the direct supervision of the Superintendent of Police, Bidhannagar Police District. According to an official press release from the Baruipur District Police, Das is an accused in Canning Police Station Case No. 561/2026, registered on September 5, 2026, under Sections 376 (rape), 323 (voluntarily causing hurt), 420 (cheating), 120B (criminal conspiracy), and 506 (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code. The investigation originates from a complaint filed in September this year with the Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) of Canning. The victim alleged that before the 2023 panchayat elections, Das demanded Rs 4 lakh from her husband under the pretext of securing an election ticket. When the woman visited an old age home managed by the legislator to deliver the money, Das allegedly extorted the funds, locked her inside, and raped her. The complainant further alleged that when she initially approached the Canning Police Station in 2023, officers refused to register an FIR. Instead, she and her family were subjected to harassment, threats, and a bomb attack on their residence carried out by Das and his associates. The victim stated that she gained the courage to pursue legal action following the recent political regime change in West Bengal. Following the registration of the case in September, CID sleuths questioned Das once. However, the legislator went missing during the last week of October. Police subsequently raided his residence in Canning and arrested four TMC local leaders, while initiating a manhunt for the absconding lawmaker. Das is among the few sitting Trinamool legislators maintaining allegiance to the faction led by former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Police confirmed that he will be produced before a district court in South 24 Parganas on Tuesday, where state prosecutors will seek his police custody.
Mumbai's first ropeway planned from Mulund to Taramati Mata Temple
Mulund BJP MLA Mihir Kotecha said the proposed ropeway would operate exclusively within Mulund and connect the foothills to Taramati Mata Temple, situated atop the hills within SGNP
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Firecracker emissions added to Delhi's existing pollution burden, with several monitoring stations recording severe air quality levels after Diwali.
BJP attempting 'hostile takeover' of Gokul after losing polls: Dipke
In a video message posted on social media, Abhijeet Dipke alleged that the ruling party was trying to bypass the election mandate and retain control of the cooperative by changing its board's voting strength
Maha: PWD floats tender to appoint Consultant for first ropeway project in Mulund
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) In a major step towards developing Mumbais first ropeway, the Maharashtra Public Works Department (PWD) has invited bids for the appointment of a consultant to prepare a comprehensive architectural design for the proposed ropeway connecting Mulunds foothills to Taramati Mata Temple inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP). Mulund BJP MLA Mihir Kotecha, who had earlier demanded a ropeway connecting the foothills of Mulund to Taramati Mata Temple with the objective of boosting tourism in the area, on Monday confirmed the government's move. Welcoming the development, Kotecha said, During the 2024 election campaign, we had promised to develop a ropeway from the foothills of Mulund to Taramati Mata Temple, located atop the picturesque hills of Mulund, to promote tourism. It is heartening that the PWD has now floated a tender for the appointment of a consultant to prepare the architectural design of the project. This tender is not for a commercial ropeway from Mulund to Borivali. It is exclusively for a ropeway within Mulund, connecting the foothills to Taramati Mata Temple, which is located within the boundaries of Sanjay Gandhi National Park, he added. Dismissing misplaced speculation that the proposed ropeway would extend to Borivali, Kotecha clarified that the project would proceed only after the detailed design is finalised and all requisite clearances are obtained from the Centres forest and environment departments. Kotecha said the proposal also envisages an observatory at the hilltop, which would offer visitors panoramic views of Sanjay Gandhi National Park and the adjoining Tulsi Lake. We have proposed a beautiful observatory where tourists can seek the blessings of Taramati Mata Temple by taking the ropeway and also soak in the breathtaking views of Sanjay Gandhi National Park from the observatory. The entire proposal is aimed at boosting tourism not just in Mulund but across Mumbai. The city currently does not have a single ropeway, and this project will help promote tourism while showcasing the natural beauty of Sanjay Gandhi National Park and Tulsi Lake, he said. The scope of the tender includes identifying suitable ropeway alignments and locations, assessing land requirements, benchmarking international ropeway systems and conducting various engineering investigations. These will include topographical, geotechnical, geodetic, hydrographic and reconnaissance surveys. The appointed consultant will also be responsible for preparing the detailed ropeway alignment and system design, identifying the origin and destination stations, and estimating the overall project cost. The scope further includes assessing the project's social, environmental, forest and wildlife impacts, said the tender document.
Bail Sought In Mumbai Local Train Stabbing Case
A 30-year-old man, Roshan Suvarna, accused of fatally stabbing a co-passenger, Mayank Lohar, on a Mumbai local train, has sought bail. Suvarna claims the incident was a 'sudden quarrel' without premeditation, suggesting it falls under culpable homicide. However, the victim's father opposes bail, asserting the attack was deliberate and occurred after an eight-minute cooling-off period, involving a razor-sharp knife.
Singer Adnan Sami has expressed his disappointment with the services at Mumbai Airport's Terminal 2, alleging negligence and unprofessional behaviour by the staff of its Pranaam service. The singer took to social media to share his experience, claiming that he and his team were subjected to poor treatment despite having used the service for several years. He also questioned the airport authorities' approach to handling customer complaints after receiving what he described as a generic response from their chatbot. Adnan Sami alleges negligence and rude behaviour by Mumbai airport staff Taking to X, Adnan shared a detailed account of his experience with the Pranaam service. He mentioned that he had been using the facility since its early days and expected a certain level of professionalism from the staff. However, he alleged that despite receiving a call from the team to confirm their arrival, no staff member was available to receive them at the airport. He further pointed out that the service was aware of their flight delay but failed to inform them in advance. Expressing his frustration, he wrote, Our flight was delayed by airindia five hours (which in itself was appalling!), a fact that Pranaam knew, but they only informed us after we had gone through the entrance security. Had they informed us beforehand, we would have easily avoided coming earlier to the airport & been sitting comfortably at home. Instead, because of their negligence and carelessness, we had to endure this long tiring wait at the airport. Shame on Pranaam Services at Mumbai Airport T2! As a long time client I have to share that my last experienceWellit was NOT good! To begin with, upon arrival no one was actively waiting to receive, even though they had called my staffs phone to confirm our arrival and not to speak of the fact that I am one of their earliest clients ever since this service began. Our flight was delayed by @airindia five hours (which in itself was appalling!), a fact that Pranaam knew, but they only informed us after we had gone through the entrance security. Had they informed us beforehand, we would have easily avoided coming earlier to the airport & been sitting comfortably at home. Instead, because of their negligence and carelessness, we had to endure this long tiring wait at the airport. Then, the female staff member assigned to us was completely rude! First, she was consistently on her mobile phone. When it was time to escort us from the lounge to the departure gate, she failed to show up. Instead she sent the porter. When asked where she was, the porter had no clue! We were take by buggy and when we arrived at the gate, the porter had to search for her, and he found her sitting in a corner, AGAIN, engrossed in her mobile phone chatting away! Only when she was reprimanded, did she hang up! There was a huge crowd lined up and she had no clue where to take us to fast track us through to the First/Business class section which was actually empty but she had no clue! We had to navigate ourselves through it all! Due to this huge crowd at this gate which was difficult to handle, there was chaos simply because this girl didn't bother to do her homework. When she was reprimanded again, instead of being apologetic, she tried to snap back, for which she was immediately shut down. Extremely bad conduct and disappointingly unprofessional! This is the 2nd time Pranaam has misbehaved. You charge for these services and have a monopolistic attitude which is extremely arrogant, infinitely annoying & egregiously disrespectful! Im once again extremely disappointed in the staff for this incident! @CSMIA_Official @AdaniOnline @gautam_adani @AAI_Official @Pib_MoCA Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) November 8, 2026 The singer also raised concerns about the conduct of the female staff member assigned to assist them. According to Adnan, she was repeatedly occupied with her mobile phone and failed to turn up when it was time to escort them from the lounge to the departure gate. Instead, a porter was sent to accompany them. Sharing further details, he wrote, Then, the female staff member assigned to us was completely rude! First, she was consistently on her mobile phone. When it was time to escort us from the lounge to the departure gate, she failed to show up. Instead she sent the porter. When asked where she was, the porter had no clue! We were take by buggy and when we arrived at the gate, the porter had to search for her, and he found her sitting in a corner, AGAIN, engrossed in her mobile phone chatting away! Only when she was reprimanded, did she hang up! There was a huge crowd lined up and she had no clue where to take us to fast track us through to the First/Business class section which was actually empty but she had no clue! We had to navigate ourselves through it all! Due to this huge crowd at this gate which was difficult to handle, there was chaos simply because this girl didn't bother to do her homework. When she was reprimanded again, instead of being apologetic, she tried to snap back, for which she was immediately shut down. Extremely bad conduct and disappointingly unprofessional! (sic) Adnan further revealed that this was not the first time he had encountered such issues with the service. He questioned the attitude of the staff towards paying customers and said that people opting for the facility deserved professional assistance. He added, This is the 2nd time Pranaam has misbehaved. You charge for these services and have a monopolistic attitude which is extremely arrogant, infinitely annoying and egregiously disrespectful, he added. Adnan Sami takes a dig at Mumbai Airport's chatbot response The singer's disappointment did not end with his experience at the airport. After sharing his complaint, he received a response from Mumbai Airport's official social media handle, which he felt was generic and failed to address the concerns he had raised. Calling out the automated response, Adnan wrote, Nothing more annoying than to get a standard template & patronising response to a complaint that one has filed, from a BOT! That adds insult to injury!! He also questioned the formality and language used by the chatbot while responding to customers. Taking another dig at the airport authorities, he added, Also, if you lack the manners, then at least program some manners into your BOTS how to address clients formally Were on first-name basis? Really?? Concluding his post, the singer expressed his displeasure in Hindi, writing, Kuch Tameez aur Tehzeeb seekhiyay..Hadd hai!(Learn some manners and etiquette. This is ridiculous!) Through his post, Adnan highlighted his dissatisfaction with both the assistance provided by the Pranaam service and the airport's response to customer grievances. Also Read : Adnan Sami pays emotional tribute to late mother Naureen Sami Khan on death anniversary: I carry you with mein every breath
Bhumi Satish Pednekkar raises concern over post-Diwali air pollution: The AQI is hazardous
Bhumi Satish Pednekkar has raised concerns over the deteriorating air quality following Diwali celebrations, drawing attention to the health risks associated with firecracker pollution. With several cities witnessing a rise in pollution levels after the festival, the actor highlighted how poor air quality, noise pollution and firecracker waste affect not just people but also animals. She particularly emphasised the vulnerability of children, senior citizens and those with respiratory conditions. Delhi has been among the worst-affected cities, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) entering the 'severe' category in several areas. Several people have expressed concern over the situation, and Bhumi also took to social media to highlight the consequences of firecracker use. On Monday morning, the actor shared a detailed note on Instagram, reminding people that Diwali is meant to be a celebration of light, love and togetherness. However, she pointed out that the festivities are often followed by worsening air quality and other environmental concerns. Her post read, Diwali is a festival of light, love, family and new beginnings. But every year, along with the celebrations, comes a familiar aftermath: polluted air, firecracker waste, noise and frightened animals. Firecrackers release fine particulate matter and other pollutants that add to an already challenging air-quality situation. And the impact isnt experienced equally. Children, older people, those with respiratory conditions and animals are particularly vulnerable. This year, lets make a choice that allows everyone including the ones who cannot speak for themselves to enjoy the festival. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bhumi Satish Pednekkar (@bhumisatishpednekkar) The actor also expressed her disappointment over the continued bursting of firecrackers during the early hours of Monday. Around 3 am, she shared another Instagram story, describing the situation as heartbreaking and pointing out the impact of celebrations on public spaces and the environment. Houses have caught fire, The AQI is hazardous, Roads are full of waste, Its 3 am and all I can hear are loud crackers. Our roads were full of people bursting crackers on them, Out in the open, even when it's not allowed. This is heartbreaking. @my bmc mumbaipolice, Bhumi posted. Meanwhile, monitoring data indicated elevated pollution levels across several parts of Mumbai. Kherwadi-Bandra East recorded an AQI of 264, followed by Sewri at 226, Ghatkopar at 221 and Chembur at 216. Byculla registered 193, while Mindspace-Malad West recorded 191, Kandivali West 187 and Worli 148. Kurla reported a comparatively lower AQI of 96. In Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow also witnessed a layer of smog, with several areas waking up to hazy conditions following the celebrations. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), an AQI between 0 and 50 is classified as 'good', 51-100 as 'satisfactory', 101-200 as 'moderate', 201-300 as 'poor', 301-400 as 'very poor' and 401-500 as 'severe'. Amid the deteriorating conditions, Stage III measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) remain in force following the Commission for Air Quality Management's (CAQM) decision. The restrictions include additional pollution-control measures, stricter enforcement and directions to concerned agencies to prevent further deterioration. The emergency action plan covers Delhi and adjoining districts of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. It is implemented as a precautionary measure based on weather and pollution forecasts issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), allowing authorities to take preventive action before the overall AQI reaches the 'severe' category. Also Read : Bhushan Kumar and Prabhleen Sandhu announce horror franchise Jaani Dushman with Bhumi Satish Pednekkar
Samantha Ruth Prabhu ditches glamour maternity shoot, flaunts baby bump while relaxing on a couch
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who is all set to embrace motherhood with husband Raj Nidimoru, has been giving a peek into her pregnancy journey through social media. The Khushi actress recently posted a new picture flaunting her baby bump. However, rather than going for an elaborate, glamorous maternity photoshoot, she chose a simple and laid-back setting, posing comfortably on a couch. Taking to Instagram, Samantha posted a candid picture of herself relaxing on a couch. Wearing sunglasses, the actress was seen comfortably lounging while gently holding her baby bump. Keeping the caption brief and playful, she wrote, Consider this my maternity shoot. In the picture, the Oo Antava actress is seen wearing a red top paired with white trousers. She completed her casual look with a pair of black sunglasses. Soon after Samantha posted the picture, fans showered her with affection and sweet messages in the comments section. One admirer described her as The Coolest mommy-to-be ever!, while another wrote, Plot twist: the baby is already stealing the spotlight. Junior samantha soonm wrote another. Samantha is set to welcome her first child with Raj Nidimoru. The two exchanged wedding vows in an intimate ceremony held at the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore on December 1, 2025. A few weeks ago, Samantha and Raj marked this special phase of their lives by hosting a traditional baby shower ceremony, known as Seemantham, at the Isha Foundation in Coimbatore. The actress shared the news of her pregnancy in June 2026 at the Hyderabad success meet of her film Maa Inti Bangaaram. Speaking to media, she indicated that she would step away from work for a while after completing her existing commitments to spend time focusing on this new phase of her life. The actress further reassured that the break would be temporary and that she plans to return to the big screen after embracing motherhood.
The Kapoor family celebrated Diwali 2026 with a festive gathering at their Krishna Raj bungalow in Mumbai. Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Karisma Kapoor and other family members shared glimpses of their celebrations on Instagram.
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Maha: Shiv Sena demands probe into Sunil Tatkares role in Ajit Pawars crash
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) A massive political storm has erupted in Maharashtra following serious allegations made by Shiv Sena leader Ramdas Kadam against NCP (Ajit Pawar faction) leader and state president Sunil Tatkare. Kadam on Monday demanded a high-level inquiry into whether Tatkare had any hand in the tragic plane crash that claimed the life of former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. Ajit Pawar's flight took off from Mumbai to Baramati, but as the aircraft was landing at the Baramati airstrip, it met with a horrific accident resulting in his death. Following this tragic incident, political blame-shifting has intensified. Launching a scathing attack during the Diwali festival, Ramdas Kadam linked Sunil Tatkare directly to Ajit Pawar's fatal crash, demanding an investigation. Kadam went on to make explosive remarks about Tatkare's past and ambitions. Sunil Tatkare is a demonic person. He cannot be loyal to anyone. He used to be the Personal Assistant (PA) to A R Antulay saheb, and he finished him off too, he claimed. Whoever gets close to Tatkare, he works to destroy them. I have heard that he himself wanted to become the Deputy Chief Minister. Therefore, an investigation must be conducted from the angle of whether Tatkare had a hand in Ajit Pawar's fatal crash. His ambitions are monstrous, and he can do anything to fulfil them, alleged Kadam. Kadam also targeted Tatkare's political standing, stating, During the Khed-Dapoli elections, I worked shoulder to shoulder with Tatkare. At that time, people used to tell me not to work for him, as he is a traitor. Tatkare doesn't even have the standing to speak against me. However, Sunil Tatkare has vehemently rejected all the allegations made by Ramdas Kadam, calling them entirely baseless. He stated that he would address the media in a formal press conference to present his side. NCP national spokesperson Umesh Patil also responded to Kadams remarks, saying, Ramdas Kadam has made allegations against Tatkare in the past as well. Tatkare has been working in the Konkan region for the last 40 years, building the party against the Shiv Sena. Therefore, this should be viewed as a local-level political conflict. Patil said Kadam should have spoken with evidence and termed his charges baseless. The war of words between Shiv Sena and the NCP has brought the underlying tensions within the ruling Mahayuti alliance in Raigad district to a boiling point. Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar has also jumped into the controversy, stating that since Ramdas Kadam has made such grave accusations against Tatkare, an inquiry should be initiated. The insults hurled by Kadam deeply offended Ajay Birvatkar, a Zilla Parishad member and Sunil Tatkares brother-in-law. Following a prior dispute regarding seating arrangements at a foundation-stone laying ceremony for the Poynar dam in Khed, Birvatkar took to social media to fire back. He posted, When a person's downfall begins, such frantic ranting follows. Even if one has the ambition to touch the sky, one's feet must remain on the ground. However, if self-respect is hurt, the market will be dismantled, issuing a sharp warning that signals an escalation of the feud between Tatkare and Ramdas Kadam.
T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav has been named as Mumbai's captain for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) announced on Monday.
Air quality deteriorates in north post-Diwali
New Delhi: A thick layer of smog hung over parts of north India on Monday, a day after Diwali celebrations during which crackers were burst beyond permitted hours, pushing air quality to alarmingly high levels.Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and Western Uttar Pradesh's Air Quality Index (AQI) levels were well above 350, falling into the 'very poor' range.Also Read: 'Data eclipse': Questions over Delhi AQI data as several monitoring stations go offline on Diwali nightOn Sunday, Delhi recorded its most polluted Diwali in five years, with the average AQI at 376. The next morning, the AQI dropped marginally to 371, according to the CPCB.The overall AQI stood at 371 on Monday till 10 am, the highest for a post-Diwali day since 2021. Of the 51 monitoring stations that recorded data, 14 were in the 'severe' category, four in the 'poor' category and the remaining 33 in the 'very poor' category. Delhi Technological University (DTU) recorded the worst reading of 439. Earlier in the morning, the overall AQI was 370 at 8 am.According to CPCB data, Delhi's AQI was 376 on Diwali, the highest recorded on the festival day since 2021, when it was 382.Also Read: Mumbai bans sky rockets, aerial fireworks till November 25 after fire incidentsHowever, according to real-time readings on AQI.in, Delhi's air quality climbed to 2,283 after Diwali. Six other Indian cities also recorded AQI levels above 1,000 at 9 pm on Sunday, according to the platform.On Monday morning, AQI.in recorded Delhi's air quality at 637, classifying it as 'hazardous'.According to IQAir, the concentration of PM2.5 stood at 170 micrograms per cubic metre, around 34 times the World Health Organisation's annual guideline value.The high AQI also pushed up PM 10 and PM2.5 levels in the national capital.The concentration of PM10 was 126 micrograms per cubic metre, while ozone levels stood at 31, nitrogen dioxide at 44.6 and sulphur dioxide at 32. Carbon monoxide concentration was recorded at 1,461.5 micrograms per cubic metre.PM2.5, fine particulate matter capable of penetrating deep into the lungs and entering the bloodstream, is among the major pollutants of concern due to its adverse health effects.IQAir's dashboard also showed a prominent air quality alert for Delhi, with data from 32 monitoring stations provided by 12 contributors.In Uttar Pradesh, the western region bore the brunt of post-Diwali air pollution, with several cities and localities recording 'very poor' air quality and some pockets in Ghaziabad, Meerut and Saharanpur reporting AQI levels in the 'severe' category, according to official and local data.Among the 24-hour average readings from November 8 to 4 pm on Monday, Noida recorded an AQI of 332, Greater Noida 252, Ghaziabad 324, Baghpat 305, Bulandshahr 303, Muzaffarnagar 225, Meerut 269, Shamli 275 and Hapur 202.In Meerut, doctors reported an increase in patients complaining of breathing difficulties, asthma, throat infections and eye irritation after Diwali.In Ghaziabad, the municipal corporation intensified mechanical road sweeping, water sprinkling and dust-control operations at identified pollution hotspots, City Health Officer Mitlesh Kumar said.The post-Diwali pollution levels were not uniform across the state.Among the places covered in the 24-hour readings, Bareilly recorded a comparatively lower AQI of 102 and Vrindavan 110. Fatehabad registered 138, Pratapgarh 141, Jhansi 144, Mathura 169, Firozabad 176 and Agra 187.Other major cities also recorded poor air quality, with Lucknow at 245, Kanpur at 221, Prayagraj at 241, Varanasi at 274 and Gorakhpur at 261.In neighbouring Punjab and Haryana, the air quality was in the 'very poor' category on Monday.According to the 24-hour average AQI, which is reported at 4 pm every day, Bahadurgarh in Haryana recorded 400, while Charkhi Dadri was at 389.The CPCB's data further showed that Gurugram's AQI was 345, Rohtak 378, Manesar 333, Faridabad 350, Ballabhgarh 316, Bhiwani 340, Kaithal 347, while Narnaul recorded an AQI of 305.The air pollution was so severe that many residents complained of breathing difficulty.Gurugram resident Praveen Bhardwaj said that when he stepped out of his home on Monday morning, he began to experience eye irritation and difficulty breathing.I used to go for a walk in the park every morning. But now, due to the pollution, I'm afraid to even step outside. Many people are even having to give up their morning walks for the sake of their health, he said.Ashok Yadav, a resident of Sector-14, said pollution has become a cause for concern even for those who head out for morning walks.Instead of merely issuing directives, the government and the administration should take concrete, on-the-ground measures to control pollution so that people can get relief, he added.In Punjab, the 24-hour AQI reading in Jalandhar and Mandi Gobindgarh was 336, in the 'very poor' category, while Ludhiana (292), Amritsar (257) and Patiala (221) were all in the 'poor' category. Chandigarh, the common capital of Haryana and Punjab, recorded an AQI of 148 in the 'moderate' category.
Bhumi Pednekar flags hazardous AQI, fires and cracker waste in Mumbai after Diwali
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Digital Desk | Guwahati/Agartala, Nov 9 (IANS) After Assam, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has begun introducing electric train services on a full-fledged basis in Tripura following the successful completion of several trial runs of electric locomotives in the state, officials said on Monday. On July 4, the NFR introduced the first-ever Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU) train service in the Northeast region, connecting Tripura with southern Assam. Train number 20502 Anand Vihar--Agartala Tejas Rajdhani Express ran successfully on electric traction from end to end last week, an NFR official told IANS. He said that, in a phased manner, long-distance express trains hauled by electric locomotives would now be operated in Tripura, making it the second state in the Northeastern region after Assam to have such services. Equipped with modern passenger amenities, the MEMU train has a carrying capacity of 3,600 passengers and connects Agartala with Karimganj in neighbouring Assam. The NFR official said that the train, which was earlier operating as a Diesel Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU), has now been successfully upgraded to a Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU), marking a significant technological advancement following the electrification of the railway route. Unlike DEMU trains, MEMU services operate on electric traction, making them more environmentally friendly, energy-efficient and economical to operate. According to NFR officials, the environment-friendly MEMU train is equipped with several modern passenger amenities, including LED lighting, 12 stainless steel coaches, bio-toilets, a GPS-based passenger information system displaying details of the next station and platform, a public address system, CCTV surveillance, and several other advanced facilities. Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath told IANS that the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Ltd. (TSECL) has completed 100 per cent electrification of the state's 271-km railway network. He recalled that the first train reached Dharmanagar in northern Tripura in 1964, while it took another 44 years for railway connectivity to reach the state capital, Agartala, in 2008. Rail connectivity was further extended to Sabroom in southern Tripura in 2019, marking another significant milestone in the expansion of the state's railway network. Nath said that after Narendra Modi assumed office as Prime Minister in 2014, the broad-gauge conversion project in Tripura was completed, replacing the earlier metre-gauge railway line. He also noted that the international railway link connecting Agartala with Akhaura in Bangladesh was completed in 2023. The present state and Central governments are committed to ensuring development and accelerating the state's progress, Nath had said. The broad-gauge railway network from Churaibari, along the Tripura-Assam border, to Sabroom, near the India-Bangladesh border, now spans 271 km. All related development and expansion works were completed within seven years, the minister said. Under the Centres Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, redevelopment work is currently underway at four railway stations in Tripura -- Agartala, Udaipur, Kumarghat, and Dharmanagar. Tripura is currently connected to several major cities in the country, including Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Firozpur, and Patna, through various long-distance express train services. Meanwhile, the Lumding-Badarpur mountainous section in Assam is the only rail link connecting Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur, and southern Assam with the rest of the country, making it one of the most vital and strategically important railway corridors in the Northeast. (Sujit Chakraborty can be contacted at sujitchakrabortyne@gmail.com)
Atharva Taide To Lead Vidarbha In Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Yash Rathod Included
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Left-handed batter Atharva Taide will captain Vidarbha in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy after the Vidarbha Cricket Associations (VCA) senior selection committee named a 17-member squad for the tournament on Monday. Vidarbha, who havent won the premier T20 competition so far, will play their Elite Group D matches in Kolkata from November 14 to 26, with three of their seven league games scheduled to be staged at the Eden Gardens. The Elite Group D also features Mumbai, Gujarat, Hyderabad, Odisha, Goa, Uttarakhand and Chhattisgarh, thus making it one of the more competitive pools in the tournament. Usman Ghani will continue as head coach, with Sebastian Antony as the assistant coach in charge of fielding. Left-handed batter Yash Rathod, who is currently with the India A team for the red-ball games against New Zealand A, has also been included. Left-arm spin-bowling all-rounder Harsh Dubey is unavailable due to his being named in the India A squad for the ACC Rising Stars Mens Asia Cup, to be held in Doha from November 19-29. Other prominent squad members include Aman Mokhade, Danish Malewar, Shubham Dubey, Nachiket Bhute, Praful Hinge, Darshan Nalkande and Saurabh Dubey. Vidarbha will begin their campaign against Goa on November 14, before facing Odisha two days later. The side will play its next two games at the Eden Gardens - against Hyderabad on November 18 and facing heavyweights Mumbai on November 20. Vidarbha next face Gujarat on November 22, before taking on Uttarakhand on November 24. Their league stage commitments will end with a meeting against Chhattisgarh on November 26. The clash against Mumbai, led by T20 World Cup-winning skipper Suryakumar Yadav, is likely to be the standout game of Vidarbhas group stage campaign. The side will play its next two games at the Eden Gardens - against Hyderabad on November 18 and facing heavyweights Mumbai on November 20. Vidarbha next face Gujarat on November 22, before taking on Uttarakhand on November 24. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav has been named as Mumbais captain for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) announced on Monday. The MCA said Suryakumar will be bringing his vast international experience, leadership and explosive batting prowess to the team. Suryakumar was not considered for the first phase of Mumbais Ranji Trophy campaign, but his standing in white-ball cricket, including leading India to retain their Mens T20 World Cup title earlier this year, made him a strong contender to lead the side once again. The squad features a blend of experienced international and domestic players along with promising young talent, reflecting Mumbai's continued commitment to excellence and nurturing the next generation of cricketers, added the MCA. Suryakumar has been playing for MIG Cricket Club in the MCA Presidents Cup. It is always a matter of immense pride to represent Mumbai. I am honoured to lead this talented group in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Mumbai has a rich cricketing legacy and a winning culture, and we will look to uphold those traditions. We have a good mix of experienced players and exciting young talent, and I am confident that the team will come together, play with intensity and give its best in every match. Our aim is to go all the way and bring the trophy home, Suryakumar said in a statement by the MCA. Suryakumar takes over at a time when Mumbai are without several key players. All-rounders Tanush Kotian and Suryansh Shedge will miss the tournament after being named in the India A squad for the Rising Stars Asia Cup, to be played in Doha from November 19-29. Shreyas Iyer is currently on national duty for Indias ODI series against New Zealand, while Ranji Trophy captain Siddhesh Lad is sitting out of the competition. Placed in Elite Group D, Mumbai will play all their league matches in Kolkata. Their first game is against Hyderabad on November 14 before taking on Gujarat on November 16 and Goa on November 18. Mumbai will then meet Vidarbha on November 20, before facing Chhattisgarh on November 22 and taking on Odisha on November 24. Their league stage campaign ends against Uttarakhand on November 26. Shreyas Iyer is currently on national duty for Indias ODI series against New Zealand, while Ranji Trophy captain Siddhesh Lad is sitting out of the competition. Placed in Elite Group D, Mumbai will play all their league matches in Kolkata. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Bhumi Pednekar Raises Alarm Over Post-Diwali Pollution, Calls AQI Hazardous
Mumbai: Air quality has deteriorated sharply across several cities following Diwali celebrations, with firecracker bursting contributing to a significant rise in pollution levels. Delhi has been particularly badly affected, with the AQI entering the severe category in several areas. Several people have raised concerns over the deteriorating air quality following Diwali celebrations. Actor Bhumi Pednekar []
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US Ambassador calls on Jyotiraditya Scindia, discusses advancing ties with India
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 9 (IANS) US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, on Monday met Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia in New Delhi, holding discussions on advancing ties and identifying new opportunities for cooperation. Great meeting with Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia to discuss advancing US-India ties and identifying new opportunities for cooperation. Looking forward to building on this momentum!, Gor wrote on X after the meeting. Scindia stated he and Gor discussed ways to further strengthen the strategic partnership between India and the US. A pleasure meeting US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor. Deliberated on avenues to advance our bilateral cooperation and further strengthen the Indo-US strategic partnership, Scindia posted on X. Last month, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was on an official visit to India, during which he met External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar in Mumbai. Rubio and EAM Jaishankar held discussions focusing on further advancing bilateral ties. The two sides also exchanged views on regional developments. Pleased to meet US Marco Rubio in Mumbai today. We shared views on further advancement of our ties, focusing on trade, energy, technology, defence and people-to-people ties. Also exchanged views on regional developments, EAM Jaishankar stated on X after the meeting. Rubio said that he and EAM Jaishankar discussed energy security and defence cooperation. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor and other officials were also present at the meeting. In Mumbai, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and I discussed energy security and defence cooperation while reaffirming the importance of advancing the US-India strategic partnership, the US Secretary of State posted on X. Marco Rubio, EAM Jaishankar, and UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan also held a trilateral meeting in Mumbai, exchanging perspectives on energy, connectivity and contemporary developments. Held a trilateral meeting with DPM and FM UAE Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. A useful exchange of perspectives on energy, connectivity and contemporary developments, EAM Jaishankar posted on X.
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Whirlpool of India clocks 39 pc drop in Q2 net profit
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Whirlpool of India on Monday reported a 39 per cent year-on-year (YoY) decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 25 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2026 (Q2 FY27), impacted by rising costs and weaker operating performance despite posting healthy revenue growth. The home appliances maker had reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 41 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year (Q2 FY26), according to its stock exchange filing. Revenue from operations rose 14 per cent year-on-year to Rs 1,873 crore in the July-September quarter, compared with Rs 1,647 crore in the same period last financial year. However, profitability remained under pressure as total expenses increased sharply to Rs 1,896.66 crore during the quarter from Rs 1,649.51 crore a year earlier, as per its regulatory filing. At the operating level, earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) declined 31 per cent to Rs 40 crore in Q2 FY27 from Rs 58 crore in the year-ago quarter. The company's EBITDA margin contracted to 2.13 per cent from 3.5 per cent, as per its filing. Following the earnings announcement, shares of Whirlpool of India ended at Rs 832.60 on the stock exchanges, down 0.31 per cent, or Rs 2.60, from the previous close. The stock has delivered a mixed performance across different time frames. Over the past five trading sessions, the shares have declined 0.22 per cent, while they gained 1.94 per cent in the last one month. Over a six-month period, the stock has fallen 8.51 per cent, and on a year-to-date basis it has slipped 6.49 per cent. On an annual basis, Whirlpool of India shares have remained under pressure, declining 35.22 per cent over the past year, eroding Rs 452.60 from the stock's value.
Jemimah returns to Indias squads for all-format tour of South Africa, Amanjot included in T20Is
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 9 (IANS) After recovering from a hamstring injury and returning to action via the Senior Womens T20 Trophy, Jemimah Rodrigues has made a comeback to Indias squads for next months all-format tour of South Africa. Seam-bowling all-rounder Amanjot Kaur is included in the T20I side after recovering from a back injury. The all-format tour, which includes one Test, three ODIs and three T20Is, will take place from December 9 to 30. The high-grade hamstring tear sustained in The Hundred led to Jemimah being ruled out of India winning the Asia Cup, retaining its gold medal in Asian Games and winning the white-ball home series against Zimbabwe. Jemimah returned to competition action on November 2 via Mumbais clash against Uttar Pradesh, where she hit an unbeaten 29. After smashing 58 against Delhi, Jemimah slammed a 47-ball 107 against Puducherry, as Mumbai qualified for knockout stage of the Senior Womens T20 Trophy, which commences later this week in Ahmedabad. Jemimahs return strengthens Indias batting group in the white-ball formats. Amanjot, meanwhile, has recovered from a back injury which ruled her out of action since the T20I series in South Africa earlier this year. After making a comeback for Punjab in the Senior Womens T20 Trophy, Amanjot is back in the India T20I side. With Jemimah and Amanjot returning to the T20I side, Minnu Mani and Jintimani Kalita make way. Smriti Mandhana will captain India in Test cricket for the first time through the upcoming tour of South Africa. Deepti Sharma is vice-captain for the one-off Test, while Uma Chetry has been left out of the red-ball team and seam-bowling all-rounder Jintimani Kalita is included. Rest of Indias squad largely remains the same for all three formats. Indias tour of South Africa starts with the one-off Test at St Georges Park in Gqeberha from December 9. It is followed by three ODIs to be played at Boland Park in Paarl on December 16, Newlands in Cape Town on December 19 and Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein on December 22. The T20I series begins at Willowmoore Park in Benoni on December 26, while the last two matches are at Senwes Park in Potchefstroom on December 29 and 30. The T20I series will be of immense importance to India and South Africa to fine-tune their preparations for the 2027 Womens Champions Trophy, to be played in Vadodara and Mumbai. Incidentally, the two venues will also host the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) from January 14 to February 7. Indias Test squad: Smriti Mandhana (C), Shafali Verma, Pratika Rawal, Harmanpreet Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harleen Deol, Richa Ghosh (WK), Yastika Bhatia (WK), Deepti Sharma (VC), Sree Charani, Sneh Rana, Kranti Gaud, Nandni Sharma, Jintimani Kalita, and Sayali Satghare Indias ODI squad: Smriti Mandhana (C), Shafali Verma, Pratika Rawal, Harmanpreet Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harleen Deol, Richa Ghosh (WK), Yastika Bhatia (WK), Deepti Sharma (VC), Sree Charani, Vaishnavi Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Nandni Sharma, Jintimani Kalita, and Sayali Satghare Indias T20I squad: Smriti Mandhana (C), Shafali Verma (VC), Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur, Niki Prasad, Richa Ghosh (WK), G. Kamalini (WK), Anushka Sharma, Deepti Sharma, Sree Charani, Prema Rawat, Amanjot Kaur, Kranti Gaud, Nandni Sharma, Renuka Singh Thakur, Arundhati Reddy, and Sayali Satghare
Kunal Kohli criticises loud crackers outside Mumbai hospital on Diwali
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Filmmaker Kunal Kohli has highlighted the lack of consideration for patients after residents allegedly continued bursting loud firecrackers outside Mumbai's Khar Hinduja Hospital, where he rushed his mother to the emergency room on Diwali night. The 'Hum Tum' director shared his distressing experience on social media, revealing that he had politely requested the residents to avoid bursting loud crackers near the hospital premises, keeping the patients and medical staff in mind. According to Kohli, one of the residents responded dismissively, saying, Hospital galat jagah pe hai-hum yahan 40 saal se hain (The hospital is in the wrong place, we have been here for 40 years). Despite Kohli's request, the individual allegedly continued bursting loud firecrackers outside the medical facility. The filmmaker subsequently raised the issue on social media, tagging the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and highlighting the disturbance caused by such activities near a hospital, where patie...
Bhavika Ahire, Anaadi Tagde To Lead India U19 Sides In Home Tri-series With Nepal
U19 T20 Tri: Wicketkeeper-batter Bhavika Ahire and seam-bowling all-rounder Anaadi Tagde will captain India U19 A and India U19 B respectively in the upcoming T20 Tri-Series featuring Nepal U19, said the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday. The tournament will be played at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru from November 10 to 22. The tri-series is a vital part of Indias preparations for the 2027 ICC U19 Womens T20 World Cup, which Bangladesh and Nepal will co-host early next year. India have won the 2023 and 2025 editions of the global competition and are aiming for a three-peat in 2027. Under Bhavikas leadership, India had won the U19 T20 and one-day series over Sri Lanka U19 in Chennai and Puducherry held earlier this year. Bhavika, a member of the Indian team that won the 2025 U19 World Cup alongside Ishwari Awarare, whos in the B team, will have promising Mumbai batter Ira Jadhav as her vice-captain, while Shambhavi Rajput is the second wicketkeeper in the U19 A squad. For the B side, Uma Kashvi, the youngest player signed in the Womens Premier League (WPL) when Delhi Capitals got her services for Rs 10 lakh, has been named vice-captain. Rachita Hatwar and Shreya S. Chawan are the two wicketkeepers in the U19 B team, which also features hard-hitting opener Deeya Yadav and batting all-rounder Samaira Raghav, who earned a WPL contract with Gujarat Giants. All players are coming off featuring in the U19 womens T20 Challenger Trophy, held in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh. Anaadi, Ira, and Nanadhana Sridharan, who are in the A team, were the stand-by players for the triumphant 2025 campaign. The tri-series follows a double round-robin format, with each team playing the other two twice before the top two sides meet in the final. India U19 A and India U19 B face each other in the opening match on Tuesday. India U19 B then play against Nepal U19 on November 12, and India U19 A meet Nepal on November 14. The second round starts on November 16 with another clash between the two Indian sides. India U19 B take on Nepal again on November 18, and India U19 A play Nepal in the last league game on November 20. The final is scheduled to be played on November 22. India U19 A squad: Bhavika Ahire (captain, wicketkeeper), Tanishka Sharma, Riya Bhati, Ira Jadhav (vice-captain), Nidhi Mahto, Ipsita Mondal, Purva Siwach, Mehek Narwase, Shambhavi Rajput (wicketkeeper), Maitri Maniar, Julie Kumari, Gauri Goyal, Nandhana Sridharan, Preeti Kapoor, and Grisha Kataria. The second round starts on November 16 with another clash between the two Indian sides. India U19 B take on Nepal again on November 18, and India U19 A play Nepal in the last league game on November 20. The final is scheduled to be played on November 22. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
TMC Senior Resident (Radiation Oncology) Recruitment 2026
Tata Memorial Centre, Tata Memorial Hospital (TMC) has released the official notification for the post of Senior Resident. Selection will be carried out through a Walk-in Interview scheduled on 17 November 2026 at Office of the Director (Academics), Homi Bhabha Block, 13th Floor, Tata Memorial Hospital, Parel, Mumbai. For complete details, candidates can visit tmc.gov.in.
Mumbai records 137 firecracker-induced blazes on Deepavali, highest single-day tally in years
The sharp rise in incidents prompted the Mumbai Fire Brigade to issue urgent safety guidelines, asking citizens to burst crackers only in open areas away from residential buildings, shops, vehicles, petrol pumps, transformers, and overhead wires.
