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Mumbai records 89 Diwali fire incidents in two days; security guard dies in Andheri high-rise blaze
Mumbai recorded 89 fire incidents in two days during Diwali, including 28 triggered by firecrackers, leaving four people injured. In a tragic incident, a 56-year-old security guard died of suffocation after getting trapped in a lift during a fire at a 27-storey high-rise in Andheri West. A diya is suspected to have triggered the blaze.
Clickbait Can't Be Everything: Farah Khan Slams Viral Videos Claiming Fire At Her Mumbai Home
Filmmaker Farah Khan clarified that the fire was at an under-construction building and not her residence.
Abhijeet Dipke Joins Delhi-Mumbai AQI Debate: Making Their Own Lives Miserable'
Ranbir Kapoor celebrated Diwali with his family at his new Mumbai home, joined by his wife, Alia Bhatt, his daughter, Raha, and his mother, Neetu Kapoor. The actor played Lord Rama in Ramayana, which is currently running in theatres. While that's about RK, Ravie Dubey, who played Lakshmana in Namit Malhotra's film, celebrated a quiet Diwali with wife Sargun Mehta.
Mumbai: 700 gm premature baby gets new life after five-month battle
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Samay Raina spends Diwali with rumoured girlfriend Medha Shankr
Comedian Samay Raina's Diwali celebrations at his new Mumbai residence turned into a star-studded affair, with his rumoured girlfriend, actress Medha Shankr, among the guests. Have a look!
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Hardik Pandya set to join Punjab Kings from MI in Arshdeep trade: Reports
Decks have been cleared for star all-rounder Hardik Pandya to move to Punjab Kings in exchange for pacer Arshdeep Singh, with Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings agreeing to the trade ahead of the IPL auction later this month. The proposed trade will see Hardik return to a new franchise after his second stint with Mumbai Indians, while Arshdeep is set to join the five-time champions. The deal will, however, require ratification from the BCCI before it is officially confirmed. An IPL source confirmed that the trade has been completed, adding that Hardik is happy to play under Shreyas Iyer, who will continue as Punjab Kings captain. The trade has been completed. Hardik is going to Punjab Kings and Arshdeep is moving to Mumbai Indians. Hardik is happy to play under Shreyas Iyer. It was the decision of the captain and the coach to trade Hardik for Arshdeep, who has been with Punjab Kings for a very long time and has become the player he is today following his success with the ...
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Adnan Sami blasts Mumbai Airport T2 service, calls staff extremely rude
Adnan Sami blasts Mumbai Airport T2 service, calls staff extremely rude
Farah Khan breaks silence on videos about fire at her Mumbai residence
Farah Khan has called out online portals for circulating fake content claiming a fire broke out at her residence in Mumbai. The filmmaker slammed the reports while clarifying that the fire had broken out in an under-construction building and not her home.
Clarifying that the fire visuals circulating online were from an under-construction building and not her Mumbai residence, Farah Khan urged digital platforms to verify facts before publishing sensational claims.
NSE Unveils Design Of Proposed New Headquarters At Mumbai's BKC. Here's A First Look
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Preity Zinta shares glimpse from her Diwali celebrations with husband Gene Goodenough
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Actress Preity Zinta shared a glimpse of her Diwali celebrations with husband Gene Goodenough, extending heartfelt festive wishes to everyone celebrating the festival of lights. The actress took to Instagram, where she shared a string of images from her Diwali celebrations with her husband, family and friends. She wished for love, light, happiness and prosperity in everyone's lives, now and always. Happy Diwali to all of you who celebrate from all of us who are celebrating. May all your lives be filled with love, light , happiness and prosperity now and always. Ting, Preity wrote in the caption. It was in 2016 that Preity married her American partner Gene Goodenough at a private ceremony in Los Angeles. She moved to Los Angeles following the marriage. In 2021, she and her husband became parents to twins, a boy and a girl, through surrogacy. Talking about the actress, Preity made her comeback in the Hindi film industry after a long gap with filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi's directorial 'Batwara 1947'. Batwara 1947 is directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, and produced by Aamir Khan under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions. Set in Lahore against the backdrop of the 1947 Partition of British India and the division of Punjab, the film stars Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal, Abhimanyu Singh, Khushi Hajare, Kanikka Kapur, and Isha Sandhir. The film is based on Asghar Wajahat's drama Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai. She was earlier seen in the 2018 film Bhaiaji Superhit, an action comedy film directed by Neerraj Pathak. The film features an ensemble cast including Sunny Deol, Preity G Zinta, Arshad Warsi, Ameesha Patel and Shreyas Talpade. Preity was last Vibe action thriller comedy film written, produced and directed by Kunal Khemu, who also stars in the film alongside Preity Zinta, Sparsh Shrivastava and Vanshika Dhir in her debut role. It is Khemu's second film as a writer and director after 2024's Madgaon Express and an over three-decade-long career as an actor, as well as his producing debut. This film has been developed as a spin-off of Kunal's previous film as a director, where Hardik, played by himself, was present in a special appearance.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, November 9 (IANS) Bollywood star Raveena Tandon recently revisited the making of her iconic song Tip Tip Barsa Paani and recalled the tough conditions under which the rain sequence was filmed. Speaking with Madhuri Dixit on the reality quiz show, Kon Honar Crorepati, Raveena revealed that the song was shot over three days, with the actress working 12-hour shifts in extremely cold water. The song, which went on to become one of the most memorable rain sequences in Hindi cinema, required Raveena to perform many dance movements while being drenched repeatedly under artificial rain. Recalling the experience, Raveena said that shooting songs in those days could take many days, making the three-day schedule for Tip Tip Barsa Paani relatively quick. The cold water used during the shoot made the experience particularly challenging. She explained that the water used for rain sequences was often stored in tankers for many days before being sprayed on the actors. As a result, it would become extremely cold by the time it reached the set. Madhuri, who has also shot many iconic rain sequences during her career, agreed with Raveena and recalled how actors would struggle to keep warm between takes. After the shot, we would sit there soaking wet, wrapped in a towel and shivering. Just as we started to warm up a little, theyd call us for the next shot. Then it was cold water all over again, and we had to act and lip-sync while shivering, Madhuri recalled. Raveena also opened up about the exhausting schedules actors followed at the peak of their careers. She recalled a period when she was shooting for nearly 30 films in a year, often moving directly from one set to another. She remembered working a shift from 7 am to 2 pm, followed by another shoot from 2 pm until 7 am the next morning, before heading straight to yet another set. With such packed schedules, there were times when she barely had an opportunity to return home, freshen up and change before getting back to work. For the uninitiated, Tip Tip Barsa Paani remains one of Raveenas most enduring screen moments. The song featured her alongside Akshay Kumar in the 1994 action drama Mohra, directed by Rajiv Rai.
Eknath Shinde to visit drought-hit farmers in Jalna today, share Diwali meal with them
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday will visit drought-affected farming families in Moujpuri in Jalna district on Monday, where he will speak with them and share Diwali snacks and a meal. In a post on X, Shinde highlighted the role of farmers in the state's economic push and emphasised the state governemnt's dedication towards them. Farmers are the backbone of the state's economy. We have always stood firmly by farmers in every crisis. In that spirit, I will visit drought-affected farming families in Moujpuri in Jalna district today and speak with them. I will also share Diwali snacks and a meal with them, joining in the festive joy. We are always committed to ensuring that the lamp of contentment shines in every farmer's home! he said. The visit comes a day after Shinde, speaking in Mumbai, announced that Maharashtra ministers would celebrate Diwali with farmers facing crisis and drought conditions on Monday. They should not have a dark Diwali but should celeb...
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Mumbai: Entrepreneur Navya Naveli Nanda gave fans a glimpse into her Diwali celebrations with the Bachchan family. She shared a series of pictures that featured her mother Shweta Bachchan Nanda, brother Agastya Nanda and cousin Aaradhya Bachchan. In the pictures, Navya is seen dressed in a stunning red festive outfit. She opted for a sleeveless 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 .
Diwali night fires wreak havoc across Mumbai, Thane
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Multiple fire incidents were reported across Mumbai and neighbouring Thane on Diwali night, with major blazes engulfing residential buildings, shops and hutments, triggering panic among residents and prompting extensive firefighting and rescue operations. Several people were trapped amid thick smoke and intense heat, while four persons sustained minor injuries in one of the incidents in Thane's Kasarvadavali area, officials said. Separate fire incidents were reported in Vidyavihar, Dongri, Dadar and Thane's Raheja Gardens, keeping fire brigade personnel and disaster management teams on their toes as they rushed to the affected locations to contain the flames and rescue stranded residents. In one of the incidents, a fire broke out in two interconnected flats on the seventh floor of the ground-plus-seven-storey Skyline Epitome building in Vidyavihar West at around 4.50 p.m. on Wednesday. Although no injuries were reported in the incident, the blaze caused considerable damage to household belongings and property. As smoke and intense heat spread through the building, five people, including three women and two men, were stranded in a flat opposite the affected apartments. They were unable to make their way out through the passage due to the hazardous conditions. Fire brigade personnel subsequently carried out a rescue operation and safely evacuated all five occupants. The two affected flats together covered an area of approximately 3,000 square feet. The fire damaged electrical wiring, installations, furniture, doors, windows, household articles and split air-conditioning units. Firefighters managed to bring the blaze under control and completely extinguish it by around 7 p.m. The exact cause of the fire was yet to be established, and an investigation was underway. In another major incident, a fire broke out late Sunday night in Mumbai's Dongri area, spreading across several shops and hutments and triggering panic among local residents. The blaze erupted at Haji Kasam Chawl, located near Datta Mandir on Dr Maheshwari Road, before spreading over a considerable area. Fire brigade teams were rushed to the spot to tackle the flames and prevent the fire from spreading further to adjoining structures. Meanwhile, a major fire was reported at a 17-storey residential building in Thane city on Sunday evening. The incident occurred at around 8.30 p.m. at the Carlyle building, situated within the Raheja Gardens complex in the Wagle Estate area. Officials said that no injuries had been reported in the incident. The exact circumstances that led to the outbreak of the fire were not immediately known. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said that emergency responders managed to rescue around 50 people from the building. As a precautionary measure, residents were moved to the terrace and designated refuge areas to ensure their safety while firefighting operations were underway. In a separate incident in Mumbai, a fire broke out at Kamgar Stadium in Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Nagar, Dadar West. The fire involved wooden and bamboo materials stored on the premises, prompting an immediate response from the fire brigade. Firefighters reached the location and launched an operation to douse the flames. The blaze was successfully extinguished within minutes. No injuries were reported in the incident. Another fire incident was reported in Thane West, where four people sustained minor injuries, and two others were rescued after flames broke out in the corridor on the seventh floor of a residential building in the early hours of Sunday. The incident occurred at Aravali Hills Society in the Kasarvadavali area, approximately 20 minutes after midnight. According to officials, the fire originated in the seventh-floor corridor of the building's A wing, prompting an immediate response from firefighting teams and disaster management personnel. Fire brigade officials and disaster management teams rushed to the residential complex and initiated efforts to bring the situation under control. The fire was completely extinguished by around 1.10 a.m., officials said. Investigations into the causes of the individual incidents were underway.
Satinder Sartaaj shares a glimpse of Diwali celebrations at gurdwara
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Singer Satinder Sartaaj celebrated the auspicious occasion of Diwali and Bandi Chhor Diwas by visiting a gurdwara. The singer also shared glimpses of the celebrations with his fans on social media. Along with the pictures, Satinder extended warm wishes to his followers and shared a heartfelt message about inner peace, positivity, and spiritual enlightenment. Sharing his photos, he wrote, May God that the inner low gets some support and the souls get enlightened. Congratulations to all of you on this holy festival of Diwali and Bandi Chhor Diwas. He further added, May the inner light find a spark to awaken its radiance; may the souls be blessed to glow from within!! Wishing you all the sacred blessings of Bandi Chhor Diwas and Diwali. In the pictures, Satinder can be seen lighting candles at the gurdwara and seeking blessings with folded hands. He also shared moments from the spiritual celebrations. Satinder Sartaaj has carved a niche for himself in the music industry with his soulful Sufi compositions, meaningful poetry and contribution to Punjabi culture. He has given audiences several popular songs over the years, including Jaiye Sajana,' 'Udaarian,' Sajjan Raazi,' Ikko Mikke,' 'Rutba,' 'Titli,' and 'Nilami.' Alongside his musical journey, Sartaaj has also made his mark in acting. He made his film debut with the historical drama The Black Prince,' where he essayed the role of Maharaja Duleep Singh. He subsequently featured in Punjabi films such as Kali Jotta and Ikko Mikke. Satinder Sartaaj is currently touring the country with his musical concert series, The Philosophy of Resonance India Tour 2026-27. The nationwide tour, which began in October 2026 and will continue until May 2027, will cover 32 cities across India. The tour includes several cities such as Jaipur, Karnal, Indore, Gurdaspur, and Jalandhar, among others.
Katseyes Lara Raj celebrates Deepavali in her grandmothers sari: She is with me in spirit
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Singer Lara Raj of global girl group Katseye celebrated Deepavali by embracing a family tradition. Taking to social media, Lara shared a picture of herself dressed in her grandmothers sari, saying she wore it to feel her presence in spirit. Happy Deepavali! Wearing my grandmas sari so she is with me in spirit! Love and light to all, Lara wrote in the caption. Lara Raj, is an American singer. In 2024, she made her debut as a member of Katseye, a girl group formed through the 2023 reality show Dream Academy created by Hybe and Geffen Records. Lara's mother is a Bharatnatyam dance teacher and chef, while her father is a businessman. Her older sister, Rhea, is a singer-songwriter with whom she learned how to produce music and shared a love for creating music. Katseye has six members Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Manon Bannerman, Megan Skiendiel, Sophia Laforteza, and Yoonchae Jeung. The group's formation process was later chronicled in the Netflix docuseries Pop Star Academy: Katseye, which recounted the audition process, intensive training, and formation of the group. Katseye debuted in June 2024 with the single Debut, followed by their breakthrough single, Touch. They released their first extended play (EP), SIS (Soft Is Strong), later that year. In April 2025, they released Gnarly which served as the lead single for their second EP, Beautiful Chaos. The EP's second single Gabriela, peaked within the top 40 of the Hot 100 and earned a Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, with the group also being nominated for Best New Artist at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. Katseye is recognized for their distinctive fashion identity, prominently drawing influence from Y2K fashion. Katseye includes the first Indian, Filipina, Latina, and Black artists to be signed under Hybe: Lara, Sophia, Daniela, and Manon, respectively. Musically, Katseye has cited the Pussycat Dolls, Spice Girls, and Le Sserafim as influences.
Watch: Mumbai: Massive fire engulfs shops and hutments in Dongri
A major fire broke out at Haji Kasam Chawl in Mumbais Dongri area late on Sunday, November 8, engulfing several shops and hutments. Firefighting operations were launched to bring the blaze under control. Two other fire incidents were reported in Dadar and Andheri over the weekend, with one person killed in the Andheri blaze.
Mumbai's air quality better than last year on Diwali, but firecrackers trigger sharp pollution spike
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Mumbai's air quality deteriorated sharply following Diwali celebrations, with firecracker emissions contributing to a significant rise in particulate pollution and a layer of smog covering several parts of the city. Although Mumbai recorded comparatively better air quality this Diwali than in 2025, the improvement proved temporary as pollution levels surged during the evening celebrations. The city recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 132 on Sunday, nearly 30 per cent lower than the 188 recorded during the corresponding period last year. However, the relatively cleaner air during the daytime gave way to a sharp deterioration as people began bursting firecrackers in the evening. In Andheri, PM2.5 levels jumped from 42 at 8 p.m. to 597 within two hours. Malad recorded an even higher PM2.5 concentration of 606, while Chembur reported PM10 levels of 480 at 10 p.m. The overnight spike highlighted the continuing impact of firecracker emissions on the city's air quality despite growing environmental awareness. By Monday morning, pollution levels remained elevated in several locations. The AQI around Bandra Reclamation and Kala Nagar stood at 231, falling in the 'Poor' category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Meanwhile, Mumbai and neighbouring Thane witnessed a substantial deterioration in air quality on Diwali night, with pollution levels entering the severe category amid widespread firecracker use. According to live readings on AQI.in, Mumbai's AQI stood at 278 at 9.34 p.m. on Sunday. The PM2.5 concentration was recorded at 192 micrograms per cubic metre, while PM10 levels reached 232 micrograms per cubic metre. These readings came just hours after the city experienced its cleanest Diwali afternoon air in four years. According to an earlier report by a leading English daily, Mumbai recorded an AQI of 131 around 1 p.m. on Sunday, as per the CPCB dashboard. The figure was considerably lower than the corresponding Diwali afternoon readings of 194 in 2025, 181 in 2024 and 149 in 2023. Favourable weather conditions, particularly strong sea breezes that helped disperse pollutants, were considered a major factor behind the improved daytime air quality. The city's air quality had already begun showing signs of deterioration during the first week of October. On Diwali afternoon, 20 of Mumbai's 26 monitoring stations recorded AQI levels above 100. Among the worst-affected locations, Bandra East (Kherwadi) recorded an AQI of 195, followed by Shivaji Nagar in Mankhurd at 183, Bandra Kurla Complex at 173, Ghatkopar at 170, Chembur at 168 and Mazgaon at 133. Following Diwali celebrations, the National Capital Region of Delhi also witnessed a significant deterioration in air quality, with dense smoke and haze spreading across the region. Reduced visibility has been reported in several areas, further intensifying concerns about rising pollution levels. Air Quality Index (AQI) readings and the government's efforts to tackle the pollution crisis have remained key topics of discussion in the national Capital over the past few days. Ahead of the Diwali festivities, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) implemented Stage III restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR. According to the commission's order, the decision was taken as a precautionary step in anticipation of a possible decline in air quality during the festive period. Data available on the Central Pollution Control Board's (CPCB) Sameer application showed that Delhi's overall AQI reached 373 at 11:05 PM on November 8, 2026, placing it in the 'very poor' category. During the same period, Noida recorded an average AQI of 319. The corresponding readings for Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad stood at 360, 280 and 297, respectively, all falling within the 'very poor' category. The situation was particularly concerning in several parts of Delhi, where pollution levels crossed the 400 mark, entering the 'severe' category. Areas reporting such high AQI readings included Alipur, Bawana, Burari, Chandni Chowk, Mundka, Punjabi Bagh, Rohini and Vivek Vihar, among others.
Rupee rises 24 paise to 93.74 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Nov 9 (PTI) The rupee appreciated 24 paise to 93.74 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, supported by lower crude prices, improving foreign flows and hopes of de-escalation in the Middle East. Forex traders said the overall outlook for the rupee remains positive as any progress towards peace in the Middle East reduces the risk premium in crude oil and provides further support to the rupee. Over the weekend, encouraging news came from the Middle East, as President Donald Trump indicated that fresh military strikes against Iran are highly unlikely if negotiations make progress and both
Kunal Kohli shares shocking exchange over loud crackers outside Mumbai hospital
Filmmaker Kunal Kohli recounted an unpleasant Diwali experience while taking his mother to Mumbai's Khar Hinduja Hospital for emergency treatment. He requested residents to avoid bursting loud bombs outside the hospital, but was taken aback by a man's response.
Katherine Schwarzenegger celebrates son Fords second birthday with an adorable wish
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Katherine Schwarzenegger, wife of Hollywood star Chris Pratt celebrated her son Fords second birthday with a social media post, describing him as her sweet, caring and car-obsessed little guy. Showering love on her little one, she wished him on his special day on Instagram and said that the family loves him dearly. 2! Happy birthday to our boy! My sweet, caring and car obsessed little guy! We love you Ford! Schwarzenegger wrote in the caption. Schwarzenegger started dating actor Chris Pratt in 2018. They announced their engagement, in January 2019, and married the following June. They have two daughters and a son. She is also the stepmother to Jack Pratt, the son of Chris Pratt from his earlier marriage to actress Anna Faris. Schwarzenegger is an American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Ambassador and supports the Best Friends Animal Society. She and her husband, Chris Pratt, are also Global Ambassadors for Special Olympics. Pratt grossed over $15.2 billion worldwide, making him one of the highest-grossing film stars of all time. Pratt was one of the world's highest-paid actors annually from 2015 to 2017. Through starring in blockbuster franchises and big-budget films, he has established himself as one of Hollywood's most bankable stars. Pratts latest work includes The Super Mario Galaxy Movie based on Nintendo's Mario video game franchise, created by Shigeru Miyamoto. Directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic and written by Matthew Fogel, it is the sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black and Keegan-Michael Key reprise their roles from the first film, with Benny Safdie, Donald Glover, Glen Powell and Brie Larson joining the cast. He will next be seen in Way of the Warrior Kid. It is based on the 2017 children's novel of the same name by Jocko Willink. It stars Chris Pratt, who also serves as a producer, alongside Jude Hill and Linda Cardellini.
Bhumi Pednekar highlights health risks as post-Diwali air quality worsens in Mumbai and Delhi
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Kareena Kapoor flaunts sindoor look, obliges fan requests for selfies
Digital Desk | Mumbai, November 9 (IANS) Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor on the occasion of Diwali, stepped out in a graceful festive look, sporting sindoor and also warmly obliged requests from photographers and fans for selfies and pictures. In a video on social media, Kareena looked elegant in a traditional green outfit paired with a contrasting red dupatta. She completed the look with a small red bindi, statement earrings and a neatly placed streak of sindoor in her hair parting. The actress was seen smiling and posing for the cameras as she graciously acknowledged the paparazzi and fans around her. Kareena had previously embraced the sindoor look at the wedding of cousin Aadar Jain and Alekha Advani in Mumbai in February 2025. For the wedding festivities, she looked stunning in a red embroidered saree, which she paired with an emerald necklace and a traditional streak of sindoor. The actress, off late, has also been making headlines with her festive appearances this Diwali season. On the personal front, Kareena recently celebrated Diwali with her parents Randhir Kapoor and Babita Kapoor, sister Karisma Kapoor. She shared a series of heartwarming pictures from the gathering, including a touching moment of her son Taimur hugging his grandfather. The actress has also been enjoying a good amount of attention on social media in recent weeks following her appearance with Saif Ali Khan on The Great Indian Kapil Sharma Show. The couple's chemistry has got fans referring to them as one of Bollywood's most loved and enduring couples. Kareena and Saif have also appeared together on Koffee With Karan, where their candid exchanges and comfortable equations continued to charm viewers.
AQI slips to 'severe' in Delhi; Mumbai, Chennai wake up to smog morning after Deepavali
Delhis air quality plunged to the edge of the severe category on Monday as post-Deepavali pollution surged, with AQI readings above 400 across the capital and smog spreading to Mumbai, Lucknow and other major cities.
Delhi pollution worsens after Diwali, Burari records highest AQI of 441
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Ekta Kaushlya, a talented choreographer, crossed paths with Parth Chamaria, a dedicated Rapido driver, during her inaugural ride in Mumbai. Their engaging chat unearthed Parth's fervent dreams of becoming an athlete, despite financial hurdles. After their ride, Ekta reached out, initiating a bond that would blend their personal and professional lives. Supported by one another, they navigated their demanding careers, with Parth even representing India at an international competition.
Sensex, Nifty open higher amid positive global cues
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Indian equity benchmarks opened higher on Monday, tracking positive global cues and gains in financial and banking stocks. Sensex gained 327.89 points or 0.4 per cent to open at 81,327.29, while Nifty rose 90 points or 0.36 per cent to 25,076.40. Sector-wise, the Nifty Financial Services 25/50 index led the gains, rising 0.57 per cent in early trade, followed by Nifty PSU Bank which advanced 0.47 per cent. Nifty Private Bank gained 0.37 per cent, while Nifty Healthcare Index rose 0.35 per cent. Nifty Metal and Nifty Pharma were up 0.33 per cent and 0.24 per cent, respectively. On the downside, Nifty IT declined 0.47 per cent, while Nifty MidSmall IT & Telecom fell 0.39 per cent. Market experts said the strong rally last week had significantly improved investor sentiment, supported by a rare convergence of favourable factors, including aggressive FII buying, attractive valuations, easing crude oil prices, declining US bond yields and improving corporate earnings as reflected in the second-quarter results. Concerns over a slowdown in artificial intelligence (AI) spending and a sharp correction in AI-related stocks also contributed to the shift in global market dynamics, they said. The experts said FII buying in India is likely to sustain, potentially paving the way for further gains in large-cap stocks. They added that foreign investor allocations tend to track index weights during major market shifts. Apart from that, the domestic market sentiment remained upbeat following a strong rally last week, with the Nifty surging 8.6 per cent amid sustained foreign institutional investor (FII) buying and improving global cues. Globally, US equities ended higher in the previous session, with the Nasdaq gaining 1.09 per cent and the S&P 500 advancing 0.31 per cent. US equity futures and Asian markets edged higher on Monday, stabilising after a volatile week during which concerns over chip demand triggered sharp losses across technology-heavy Asian markets. In addition, crude oil prices opened lower on Monday after US President Donald Trump indicated that further strikes on Iran were unlikely as peace talks progressed.
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Celine Dion thanks Metallica for warm welcome, says she absolutely loved the show
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Singer Celine Dion expressed her gratitude to rock band Metallica, including James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo, for their warm hospitality during her visit to the Sphere in Las Vegas. Sharing her experience, the singer on Instagram said she had a wonderful time watching the band's performance and absolutely loved the show. Thank you James, Lars, Kirk and Robert and everyone from the @Metallica organization for the warm welcome! We had such a wonderful time seeing you at the Sphere. We absolutely loved the show. With our love, - Celine, Nelson, and Eddy xx Dion wrote on Instagram. Metallica is an American heavy metal band. It was formed in Los Angeles in 1981 by vocalist/guitarist James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich, and has been based in San Francisco for most of its career. The band's fast tempos, instrumentals and aggressive musicianship made them one of the founding ig four bands of thrash metal, alongside Megadeth, Anthrax and Slayer. Metallica's current lineup comprises founding members and primary songwriters Hetfield and Ulrich, longtime lead guitarist Kirk Hammett and bassist Robert Trujillo. Talking about Dion, she is one of the most celebrated singers in contemporary music. She is known for her powerful voice, emotional delivery and extraordinary vocal range. She was born in Charlemagne, Quebec, in 1968, and began performing professionally as a teenager before achieving international recognition in the 1990s. Her breakthrough came with hits such as The Power of Love, Because You Loved Me and Its All Coming Back to Me Now, which established her as a global pop icon. Her track My Heart Will Go On, from the Titanic, became one of the most recognizable songs in popular culture and earned her multiple major awards. She has also enjoyed a remarkable Las Vegas career, where her residencies became hugely successful. She was diagnosed with Stiff-Person Syndrome (SPS), a rare neurological disorder, in 2022. It is generally considered an autoimmune neurological condition in which the immune system interferes with the nervous systems control of muscles.
Nature Health study highlights life-saving potential of potassium-enriched salt
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Rachel Shelley shares BTS moments from shooting O Re Chori from Lagaan 25 years ago with Aamir Khan
Digital Desk | Mumbai, November 9 (IANS) British actress Rachel Shelley, who played Elizabeth Russell in Ashutosh Gowarikers much acclaimed period drama Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India, has taken a trip down memory lane as the film celebrates 25 years. The actress shared a series of previously unseen behind-the-scenes pictures from the shoot. Shelley took to her social media account to share six pictures from her personal archives, giving fans a glimpse into the making of the 2001 film and her time on the sets with the cast and crew. A few more pictures for you from the albums in the attic. Amazing memories. #25YearsOfLagaan #Lagaan, she captioned the post. The first picture features Shelley alongside many members of the international and Indian cast, all dressed in their period costumes. The photograph appears to capture the team during the filming of one of the films sequences. Another group picture shows Shelley posing with the cast and crew, with actors dressed as characters from the British side of the story. A candid behind-the-scenes picture features Aamir Khan seated shirtless as Shelley poses beside him. The carousel also includes pictures from the films outdoor shoot, with Aamir seen in his characters traditional attire, holding a flowing orange scarf while performing alongside Shelley. The final photograph features Shelley standing alone on the vast beach, dressed Elizabeth. For the uninitiated, Shelley essayed the role of Elizabeth Russell, the compassionate sister of the ruthless British officer Captain Andrew Russell, played by Paul Blackthorne. Unlike her brother, Elizabeth is seen sympathising with the villagers of Champaner and secretly teaches them cricket to help them challenge the British in a historic match. As the story progresses, Elizabeth develops feelings for Bhuvan, played by Aamir Khan. She is left heartbroken when she realises that Bhuvan is in love with Gauri, portrayed by Gracy Singh. Written and directed by Ashutosh Gowariker and produced by Aamir Khan under Aamir Khan Productions, Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India was released on June 15, 2001. The film featured an ensemble cast comprising Aamir Khan, Gracy Singh, Rachel Shelley, Paul Blackthorne, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Suhasini Mulay, Raghubir Yadav, Rajesh Vivek, Yashpal Sharma, Raj Zutshi, Akhilendra Mishra and Daya Shankar Pandey, among others. The films music was composed by A.R. Rahman, with lyrics penned by Javed Akhtar. It also earned a nomination in the Best Foreign Language Film category at the 74th Academy Awards. Earlier in June 2026, the cast and crew reunited to celebrate the films 25th anniversary with a special script-reading session, revisiting memories of the landmark production.
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Palolem Beach in Goa ranked sixth globally, emerges as Asia's top beach
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Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt greeted paparazzi from their new Krishna Raj bungalow in Mumbai on Diwali 2026. Ranbir waved and blew flying kisses from the balcony, with Neetu Kapoor joining him.
Tamil Nadu minister accuses previous DMK government of 'India's first AI scam'
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Henry Cavill pays tribute to fallen soldiers on Remembrance Sunday: Forever grateful
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Actor Henry Cavill marked Remembrance Sunday with a family outing, while taking a moment to honour the brave men and women who fought and laid down their lives for future generations. In an Instagram tribute, Cavill thanked those who made the ultimate sacrifice, saying their courage allows people today to enjoy the lives they have. In the caption, Cavill wrote: Went out with the family today on a glorious Remembrance Sunday. Forever grateful to those who have fought and for those who gave their lives so that we can enjoy ours. #LestWeForget #RemembranceDay. Remembrance Sunday is held in the UK as a day to commemorate the contribution of British and Commonwealth military and civilian service people in the two World Wars and later conflicts. It is held on the second Sunday in November. Talking about Cavill, the actor gained wide recognition for portraying Superman in the DC Extended Universe, beginning with the film Man of Steel and reprising the role in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Justice League, and Black Adam. Cavill made his television debut in 2002 with a role on The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. He then played Charles Brandon in the Showtime series The Tudors, which earned him critical acclaim. He has since starred as Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher. Cavill began his film career in 2001 with a role in Laguna and later starred as Theseus in Immortals, as Napoleon Solo in The Man from U.N.C.L.E. as Sherlock Holmes in the Enola Holmes film series and as Gus March-Phillipps in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. His other film credits include the action film Night Hunter and the spy films Mission: Impossible Fallout, and Argylle. Cavill will next be seen in Voltron, a science fiction action film serving as a live-action adaptation of the 1980s animated television series of the same name. It is directed and co-written by Rawson Marshall Thurber, who produced with Todd Lieberman, David Hoberman, and Bob Koplar for Amazon MGM Studios. It stars newcomer Daniel Quinn-Toye in his feature film debut, alongside Rita Ora, John Harlan Kim, Alba Baptista, Samson Kayo, Sterling K. Brown, and Henry Cavill.
Sonia Gandhi breaks silence on memoir row, says Penguin got cold feet
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Maoists eliminated, but ideological threat remains, says PM Modi
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Mumbai priest appointed to Vatican body advising Pope on theological issues
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, November 9 (IANS) Entrepreneur Navya Naveli Nanda gave fans a glimpse into her Diwali celebrations with the Bachchan family. She shared a series of pictures that featured her mother Shweta Bachchan Nanda, brother Agastya Nanda and cousin Aaradhya Bachchan. In the pictures, Navya is seen dressed in a stunning red festive outfit. She opted for a sleeveless red sequinned kurta-style top paired with matching wide-legged bottoms One of the pictures showed Navya posing with her brother Agastya Nanda in an intimate selfie Another photograph showed Navya posing against the backdrop of the city skyline on a beautifully decorated balcony, with Diwali lights illuminating the surroundings. The celebrations also included Aaradhya Bachchan, who was seen enjoying the festive occasion. In one picture, the younger members of the family were captured together, while another glimpse showed the family enjoying the traditional Diwali festivities. Aaradhya was seen hugging cousin Agastya Nanda in another picture. Sharing the pictures, Navya wrote, Happiest of Diwali's with my very own You are my light The post quickly caught the attention of Amitabh Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan from the pictures shared by Navya. Their absence prompted many questions in the comments, with some fans asking where Aishwarya was and why she was not part of the glimpses. Some social media users also revived speculation surrounding the equation between Aishwarya and members of the Bachchan family, especially Shweta. The latest pictures come just days after Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan made a much-discussed joint appearance at designer Manish Malhotra's Diwali party in Mumbai. The couple arrived together and were photographed holding hands. The appearance attracted a lot of attention as it came amid years of speculation about trouble in their marriage.
Mumbai: Thane court acquits 21 in 2008 Dahi Handi rioting and assault case
Assault took place during Dahi Handi event where police vehicles were also damaged
Mumbai: A major fire broke out in Mumbais Dongri area late Sunday night, November 8, engulfing several shops and huts, civic officials and residents said. The fire broke out at Haji Kasam Chawl, near Datta Mandir, on Dr Maheshwari Road, and spread across a large area. While residents also reported hearing loud explosion-like sounds, it Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Mumbai AQI 30% better than last Diwali's, but plunges at night
Maharashtra government mandates daily hearing records in tribunals
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, November 9 (IANS) Bollywood star Alia Bhatt gave fans an intimate glimpse into her Diwali celebrations with husband Ranbir Kapoor, daughter Raha and the Kapoor family. She shared a series of warm pictures from the festivities on her social media account. The actress latest post offered a peek into the familys Lakshmi Poojan celebrations, with Alia seen dressed in an elegant pastel green and ivory traditional ensemble. She paired the outfit with delicate gold jewellery, including statement earrings, a maang patti and bangles. One of the pictures showed Alia posing with Ranbir Kapoor and his mother, actress Neetu Kapoor, in front of a large framed portrait of late actor Rishi Kapoor, which had been decorated with a red flower garland. Another set of pictures offered glimpses of Alia performing the Lakshmi Poojan with RanbirKapoor. The actress also shared tender family moments with Ranbir and their daughter Raha. In one picture, Alia and Ranbir are seen sitting together with Raha as she appears to kiss her parents. Her face has been covered with a heart emoticon, continuing the couples decision to keep their daughters face away from the media glare. Sharing the pictures, Alia wrote in her Instagram caption, The light of my life Happy Diwali to you and yours.. hope youre surrounded by lots and lots of love. On the occasion of Diwali, Alia along with Ranbir and Neetu were seen stepping out onto the balcony to greet the paparazzi. Ranbir waved and blew flying kisses to the photographers, while Alia smiled and Neetu joined in.
The Commission for Air Quality Management had already invoked Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan across Delhi-NCR on Friday.
Diljit Dosanjh's Mumbai concert gets major security upgrade after bomb threats
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Mumbai Indians Won't Miss Hardik: Ex KKR Star On Trade Talks With RR
Hardik Pandya has strongly been linked with a move to the Rajasthan Royals, with a trade deal likely to be finalised in the coming days.
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Aditi Rao Hydari explains the novelty of working with actor-writer on Parivarik ManuRanjan
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) Actress Aditi Rao Hydari, who is awaiting the release of her upcoming film Parivarik ManuRanjan, has shared her experience of working with a writer who is also an actor. The film is written is actor and writer Brijendra Kala along with Varun V. Sharma and Ali Abbas Zafar, and opened up a new avenue for her. The actress spoke with IANS along with her co-actor Pankaj Tripathi at a 5-star property in the Goregaon east area of Mumbai during the promotions of the film in the city She told IANS, So, I think, those spaces are there in their writing, to fumble, to make a mistake, to have a second thought. And it's in the writing itself. I can say this, maybe I felt it more because I had a lot of amazing co-actors on set who were playing with the writing like that. So, when you see them playing, you're like, I can also play it to the gallery. She further mentioned, And then, because every time they're doing a scene, like Pankaj sir, he would do something different, he would also look somewhere else, think about something else, and I have to respond to that. His thought, I could see it in his eyes, his thought changes instantly because that line can lead to multiple thoughts. Pankaj sir encouraged me to do that a lot. Its always like playing off each other. Earlier, the actress had shared her opinion on the current system and modern tools of film promotions. She drew parallels between making and promoting films and cooking food. She said that garnishing alone cannot salvage a badly made recipe. She said that makers should focus on telling a good story, marketing and promotions can help accentuate the content. Meanwhile, Parivarik ManuRanjan is set to drop on November 13, 2026 on November 13, 2026 on SonyLIV.
Massive fire breaks out at Haji Kasam Chawl in Mumbai's Dongri
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BEST launches new AC circular bus route A-636 in Borivli East, Mumbai
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Manisha Koirala: Compassion should go beyond our homes, extend to every animal on streets
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) Actress Manisha Koirala, who was last seen in the streaming series Heeramandi:The Diamond Bazaar, is an animal lover, and feels that compassion for other lives should not be confined to just the home but should also extend to the animals on the streets. On Sunday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared a series of pictures from her visit to Nepal, where she attended a special event for animal welfare. The pictures featured her with the First Lady of Nepal, Sabina Kafle. She also penned a long note in the caption as she wrote, Some occasions remind us of the simple things that make life beautiful. Kukur Tihar is one of them. I was delighted to be part of this lovely celebration initiated by our First Lady, Mrs. Sabina Kafle. It was a thoughtful way of bringing attention to the voiceless members of our society who give so much and ask for so little. As someone who has always believed in the special place animals hold in our lives, I feel that compassion should go beyond our homes and extend to every animal on our streets. May we become a society that is kinder, more caring and more responsible towards all living beings. A lovely thought, and an even more meaningful message, she added. A few days ago, the actress celebrated her fathers 80th birthday with a heartfelt note, expressing gratitude for seeing him healthy, happy, and full of energy. Taking to Instagram, the Dil Se actress shared a glimpse of her fathers disciplined lifestyle and revealed how he began his special day with his usual fitness routine. The actress said she had never seen her father healthier, happier or more full of life. She wrote in the caption, Dads 80th!!! I honestly dont think Ive ever seen Dad healthier, happier or more full of life. The actress revealed that her father had already walked 3 km in the morning and covered 12,000 steps in a day. He had also enjoyed eight-and-a-half hours of sleep and completed his morning exercises before getting ready for his birthday brunch. Highlighting his discipline and enthusiasm for life, the actress said his approach to health and fitness made him special to the family.
Nine migrant workers rescued from bonded labour in Raigad
Fire breaks out at 17-storey residential building in Thane's Wagle Estate
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Rahul Gandhi, Kharge, Vijay and Omar Abdullah wish citizens on Diwali
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NCP (SP) won't join NDA, says Sanjay Raut amid merger buzz
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Mumbai, Thane Choke On Diwali Pollution As Firecrackers Push AQI To Severe Levels
Mumbai and Thane recorded severe air quality readings on Diwali night, with AQI at 278 and 298, respectively, as firecracker emissions added to the city's pollution burden.
