IBJA & Teflas bring together the jewellery value chain for a landmark celebration of excellence, innovation, craftsmanship and leadership on 2 October at The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake. Mumbai (Maharashtra)
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 18: The CDSL Investor Protection Fund (IPF) has started distributing its investor education comic series to nearly 21,000 students across 60 schools in collaboration with Yuva
Ankita Lokhande explains Ekta Kapoor the significance of Gauri Poojan during Ganesh Chaturthi
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Television superstar Ankita Lokhande was seen celebrating the Gauri-Ganpati festival with family and friends and also Ekta Kapoor who is an extremely close friend and mentor of Ankita. In a video on social media, she explained the significance of Gauri Sthapna and the traditional celebrations associated with the festival. Ankita was seen talking about the significance of Gauri Maa's arrival and how the tradition is observed in Maharashtrian households. Explaining the tradition, Ankita said that Gauri Maa comes to her maika (maternal home) during the festival. She explained that after spending time at her maika, Gauri Maa leaves along with her son, Lord Ganesha, and this departure is marked through the Gauri-Ganpati Visarjan. For the uninitiated, Gauri Avahan is observed on the fourth day of Ganesh Chaturthi. For the celebrations, Ankita was dressed in an elegant traditional cream-and-gold saree. She paired the look with traditional gold jewellery, green bangles and a gajra adorning her neatly tied bun. Her husband Vicky Jain was seen in a traditional orange-brown kurta, joining her during the festivities. Ekta was seen sharing a light-hearted moment with Vicky, with the two giggling and laughing together as Ankita attended to other guests and participated in the rituals. Ankita was also seen having an emotional and wholehearted moment while performing the Ganpati aarti. Dressed in her traditional saree and jewellery, she sang the aarti aloud. The video appears to have been shot at Ankita's mother's residence, where she was seen participating in the Ganpati rituals.
Swati Sharma on comparisons with Mouni Roy in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Actress Swati Sharma, who plays Vaishnavi in 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2', has emerged as Tulsi's daughter-figure after the leap in the show. She spoke about being compared to actress Mouni Roy's iconic character Krishna Tulsi from the original season. Honestly, I haven't watched the first part of Kyunki, so I can't really comment on how similar my character was to Mouni's. When I was cast, a few articles were saying it would be somewhat on those lines, but I really don't know how much similarity there actually was, said Swati, who has also been part of shows like 'Yeh Hai Chahatein', 'Chahenge Tumhe Itna' and 'Tu Dhadkan Main Dil'. It was in 2006, when Mouni stepped into television with Ekta Kapoor's 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi'. Similar to Vaishnavi, Mounis Krishna Tulsi, an adopted village girl brought into the sprawling Virani household. She was introduced as the daughter-figure and protege to the central protagonist Tulsi Virani. Speaking about her own journey, Swati feels Vaishnavi's track has been one of the most significant ones in the reboot. But if I look at Vaishnavi's journey individually, I feel it was a very important and major track. Especially the Parth, Vaishnavi and Reyansh chapter - the marital rape track. The emotions, the layering of the character, the journey from hatred to friendship to love to facing physical abuse... this journey gave me a lot to perform, she said. Swati added: It was one of the best things that happened to me on Kyunki, and I got a lot of appreciation for that track. As an actor, when you get such depth and such an emotional graph to portray, it really challenges you and helps you grow. Swati does not want to be compared with Mouni. And I definitely don't want to compare myself with Mouni. She's a great star and she has come a long way. She started with television, and today she is doing films and getting appreciated for her work. She has reached a completely different level, she said. She concluded, For now, I'd rather compare myself with who I was yesterday and see how far I've come. That is what keeps me grounded and motivated to do better. 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2', which premiered on July 29, 2025, is a direct sequel and reboot to the iconic 2000s series. The show marks the return of Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay as Tulsi and Mihir Virani. It has been created by Ekta Kapoor.
Hema Malini recently opened up about changing trends of stardom and also touched upon being dignified while ageing gracefully. In an interview with Mumbai Mirror, she said, Today there is too much exposure. We were never exposed like this. Now, before stepping out of the house, an actor has to think about what to wear, what bag to carry, how to walk, because somebody is photographing you from every angle. You go to the airport and people immediately click photographs with their mobile phones. Even if youre not dressed properly, nobody cares. The picture is everywhere. She also remarked, Youngsters today want quick fame. For publicity, they are ready to do anything. We never had to do all that. We worked for 60 or 70 days on a film and then waited to see the result on screen. I always knew I had done my best. Whether the film became a hit or not was a different matter. We are living in times of cosmetic procedures are fairly common. Hema Malini endorsed the idea but with terms and conditions. She remarked, Ageing gracefully is very important because you have to maintain yourself. If there is something genuinely necessary for your appearance, one can definitely try it. As long as you are in the public eye, you have to be presentable. Thats all. But dont overdo anything. She then added, Even if you wear something simple, be dignified. Women should dress up nicely. They dont have to expose too much. Nowadays, young girls expose so much. Being a woman and being a mother, I dont like it. It really hurts. Two weeks before this interview, Hema Malini, in a rare instance, revealed why she had declined Satyam Shivam Sundaram (1978), admitting that she was uncomfortable with the bold portrayal of the female lead. She revealed, After Sapno Ka Saudagar (1968), I always wanted to work with Raj Kapoor saab again. After some years, he wanted me to do Satyam Shivam Sundaram. But he himself told me, I know you wont do it. I told him that I would love to work under his direction, but I wouldnt be able to do this film. Also Read: Hema Malini opens up about life after Dharmendras passing; says, Im living with his memories
Jennifer Winget gears up for Indian wedding; parties with industry friends and family in Mumbai
After her Christian wedding with her now-husband William Ishmael in the UK, TV and OTT actress Jennifer Winget is reportedly going to have an Indian wedding too. Seems like Jenny hosted a mehendi party for...
Miley Cyrus reveals why Redlights is one of her favorite records shes released to date
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Grammy-winner Miley Cyrus has opened up about why Redlights holds a special place in her discography, calling it one of her favourite records she has released to date. The singer took to Instagram, where she shared a gamut of pictures and said the track brings together two of her favourite musical elements heartbreak and euphoria. REDLIGHTS is one of my favorite records Ive released to date. Its got my favorite ingredients both heartbreaking and euphoric. Love being torn, Miley wrote as the caption. Miley on September 18 has opened up about the making of her new album Bass Persuades and said that the record reflects the whirlwind of the past two decades of her life and the sense of peace she found after learning to slow down. Sharing that the album came together quickly, Cyrus took to Instagram and thanked fans for celebrating its release and described the record as special and a bliss to share. Posting a string of BTS moments of how the album came together, she wrote: This album happened fast but thats been my life for 20 years. Once I started wishing to land a role that would make LA my home its been nonstop. Miley added: This album is a reflection of everywhere Ive been along the way and the peace that came with starting to slow it all down. Thank you for celebrating this release with me. Its a special record and its bliss to share with you. Love always. BASS PERSUADES. THE ALBUM. LETS GET MARRIED. THE VIDEO. OUT NOW!!! On September 17, Cyrus, whose music career began with her US number-one pop rock albums Meet Miley Cyrus and Breakout, talked about the deeply personal process of creating her new album as she shared that it feels special to see the record keep pace with the way her life has evolved in real time.
Viewers slam Bigg Boss 20 makers after Rohed Khan
Mumbai: Weekend Ka Vaar is here, and Bigg Boss 20 has already witnessed its first eviction of the season. Rohed Khan is said to have been eliminated from the show in week 2, during the Weekend Ka Vaar shoot held on Friday. Rohed was directly nominated for eviction along with Aasif Khan and Tanmay Singh, 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 .
MDR a semantic cover-up, consumers will bear the burden, says Saamana editorial
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Shiv Sena (UBT) on Saturday launched a sharp attack on the Centre over the introduction of a Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on select UPI transactions, alleging that the move would ultimately burden consumers and benefit global payment giants. In an editorial published in its mouthpiece Saamana, the Uddhav Thackeray-led party described the levy of a 0.4 per cent fee on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000 as a semantic cover-up, rejecting the government's contention that the charge applies only to merchants and not directly to consumers. The editorial pointed out that, like fuel excise duties and GST, merchants will ultimately pass these costs onto everyday buyers. It alleged that Indian digital transaction infrastructure is being handed over to global US financial giants like Visa and Mastercard. It labelled the transaction fee as an indirect ribute or extortion paid to strengthen the US economy at the expense of India's middle class and retail traders. Linking the domestic policy shift to foreign relations, the Thackeray faction claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has repeatedly yielded to US pressure. It cited instances such as halting oil purchases from Iran, navigating US trade tariffs, and conceding to diplomatic demands from the Trump administration as evidence of a compromised foreign policy stance. The decision to impose a 0.4 per cent fee on UPI transactions was taken solely to flatter U.S. fintech companies. An investigation must be conducted to uncover how many thousands of crores in brokerage Indian leaders and their children will receive daily from these companies. This implies that Indian brokers must have a share in the extortion received by the U.S. -- this is the new form of national service! For this, common citizens and small retailers of the country have been sacrificed, said the editorial. Calling the image of Vishwaguru fragile and artificial, the editorial slammed pro-government narratives that celebrated foreign adoption of UPI in countries like Singapore, the UAE, Mauritius, and Sri Lanka, contrasting those celebrations with the reality of domestic fee hikes. The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena highlighted that while the government boasts of promoting a cashless, digital economy, it is systematically draining the middle and working classes through demonetization, GST implementation, inflation, and now transaction tariffs. It added that under the guise of digital transformation, thousands of crores will be extracted from citizens to serve corporate and foreign intermediaries.
BCCI Confident Asia Cup Trophies Will
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has said the Asia Cup trophies won by the Indian mens and womens teams will eventually reach its headquarters in Mumbai, even as the standoff over their presentation continues. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia made the statement after the boards 95th Annual General Meeting in Mumbai on [] The post BCCI Confident Asia Cup Trophies Will Land In Mumbai After Mohsin Naqvi Stand-Off appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has said the Asia Cup trophies won by India's men's and women's teams will eventually reach the board's headquarters at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, but declined to provide a timeline.
Bigg Boss 20: Aamrapali Dubey gets offended as Luv calls her Tuntun, says she felt body-shamed
Digital Desk | Mumbai, September 19 (IANS) Bhojpuri actress Aamrapali Dubey appeared upset after friend and fellow contestant Luv Gill affectionately referred to her as Tuntun in the latest episode of Bigg Boss 20. Although Luv appeared to use the term in an endearing manner, Aamrapali said she felt hurt and perceived the remark as body shaming. Aamrapali expressed her displeasure to Luv and said she did not expect such a comment from someone she considered close. However, instead of accepting that Aamrapali had been hurt, Luv appeared irked by the reaction and told her not to tease her or consider her close. The exchange left Aamrapali visibly upset. She explained that she would have appreciated it if Luv had simply acknowledged that the remark had hurt her and assured her that she would not use the word Tuntun for her again. Later, Luv was seen telling Asif and other housemates that Aamrapali had taken offence to the remark, despite her saying that she had not intended to hurt her. Aamrapali overheard the conversation and confronted Luv about it. She reiterated that she considered the Tuntun remark body shaming and said she had not expected it from Luv. Aamrapali told Luv that she wanted her to understand the impact the remark had on her. She said she had expected Luv to acknowledge that it had hurt her rather than defend the intention behind the comment. During the conversation, Luv said she did not know what Tuntun referred to when used for a person. Aamrapali responded that the reference was obvious and that everyone knows whom the name Tuntun is associated with. For the uninitiated, Tuntun was the popular screen name of veteran Indian actress and playback singer Uma Devi Khatri. Known for her comic and character roles in Hindi cinema, she became popularly recognised by the name Tuntun and was also famous for her healthy body type.
IIT Bombay Student Found Dead: Police Initiate Accidental Death Report
Mumbai police have registered an accidental death report following the tragic death of an IIT Bombay student, sparking campus protests. IIT Bombay Student Found Dead: Police Initiate Accidental Death Report
A Mumbai nutritionist recently showcased a deliciously healthy papdi chaat recipe on Instagram, boasting 18 grams of protein and only 298 calories. By substituting traditional fried flour chips with air-fried spinach leaves and enhancing the dish with Greek yogurt, sprouts, and colorful vegetables, this recipe reinvents a beloved street food into a nutritious and guilt-free snack option.
Trump renews USD 100,000 H-1B visa fee amid move targeting layoffs
The measures combine the fee renewal with new checks on sponsoring employers employment practices. Agencies must consider recent and planned layoffs when assessing applications under the skilled-worker visa programme
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Actress Munmun Dutta, best known for playing Babita Iyer in the long-running sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, gave fans a glimpse of the show's sets when there is no shooting. The actress, taking her fans through the familiar Gokuldham surroundings and reflecting on her long association with the show, seemed to have become emotional. Munmun shared a glimpse of the set when it was completely empty, showing the elaborate interiors. In the video, she jokingly wrote, Sets look haunted eh when not at work. In the video, Munmun is seen walking around the set between shoots and revisiting places that have been part of her journey for years. Sharing the glimpse, Munmun wrote,I take walks here in between shots, relive all the memories and I realise that I have actually grown up on this set And how blessed I feel. Using the song, Saawan Beeto Jaaye, in another portion of the post, she wrote, And THIS SONG will remain forever etched in my heart. I still shed a tear or two listening to this. She also shared a Polaroid-style picture of herself from the set and wrote, Somewhere between melancholy and peace. Talking about the actress on the professional front, Munmun has been associated with the sitcom since its inception 18 years ago, and plays Babita Krishnan Subramaniam Iyer. Speaking to IANS during the press conference marking the show's 18-year milestone, Munmun also had spoken about the contribution of the women in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Sometimes women don't get that much importance. I am not saying it happens here, but it does happen in some places. We bring a lot to the show and to our characters. The women in 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' are equally important, she told IANS.
On prescription checks, 36% of 3,697 Mumbai respondents said chemists never refused to give them medicines without a prescription and another 35% said they did so very rarely
PM Modi to distribute over 51,000 appointment letters at 20th Rozgar Mela today
The Prime Minister will also address the new appointees who are expected to simultaneously attend the Rozgar Mela at 45 locations across the country, according to a statement issued by the Prime Ministers Office (PMO)
Trump to greet Xi at airport as Chinese leader arrives for US state visit
The heart of the visit comes Thursday, when Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcome Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, at an arrival ceremony held indoors on the State Floor of the White House
Nifty, Sensex post notable weekly losses amid global tensions
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) The Indian equity benchmarks posted notable losses for the sixth consecutive week as foreign institutional investor (FII) selling continued and concerns about a prolonged highrate environment kept investors cautious. Nifty declined 0.22 per cent during the week and added 0.33 per cent on the last trading day to reach 23,346. At close, Sensex was down 19 points, or 0.03 per cent, at 74,294. It lost 0.65 per cent during the week. After a weak start, Indian equities staged a partial recovery later, supported by a retreat in crude oil prices from recent highs. With the US and Japanese policy decisions broadly in line with expectations, easing energy inflation concerns helped temper the inflation premium embedded in sovereign yields, leading to a moderation in yields in the latter part of the week and some relief for equity valuations, an analyst said. However, the accompanying policy guidance continued to signal a broader tightening bias across major economies, making a prolonged high-rate environment likely. Against this backdrop, persistent FII selling sustained pressure on the rupee and capped the market rebound, leaving domestic equities lower for the week, he added. Mid and small-cap stocks outperformed large caps as investors rotated toward domestically oriented businesses with stronger earnings visibility, healthier order books and sound balance sheets. Sectorally, healthcare and FMCG attracted buying on their defensive earnings profiles and domestic demand linkage. Realty and metals remained among the stronger sectors on Friday, while IT continued to face pressure, with the Nifty IT index declining around 1 per cent. Mid and small-cap IT stocks and consumer durables declined this week on concerns over global technology spending and discretionary demand in a higher-for-longer interest rate environment and persistent pricing pressure, respectively. Meanwhile, the 23,00023,100 zone remains the immediate support area for Nifty, while 23,40023,600 region remains the immediate resistance zone. Market participants forecast that domestic credit growth and PMI readings will provide a gauge of underlying activity in the week ahead. US initial jobless claims and commentary from Federal Reserve officials will shape expectations on the rate trajectory and global liquidity conditions.
Philippines school shooting kills two students, teenage gunman; 10 wounded
Authorities are actively investigating the incident, said police
Mindy Kaling calls Maitreyi Ramakrishnan sparkly as Best of the Best drops
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Hollywood actress-producer Mindy Kaling has heaped praise on Maitreyi Ramakrishnan as she makes her mark in the new film Best of the Best, calling the young actress a sparkly person and saying she is proud and in awe of her. Kaling took to Instagram, where she shared a picture of her hugging Maitreyi along with a poster of the film. She wrote: Hard not to get emotional, this sparkly person @maitreyiramakrishnan is starring in Best of the Best coming out today on @netflix! Im so proud and in awe of her generally but in this movie (which looks so good, swipe for the trailer) shes at another level. The entire crew feels like talented fam @hasanminhaj @imlenakhan and all the bright new faces whom I hope to meet soon. Also it makes even ME want to dance! Watch with me! Best of the Best is a comedy-drama movie about competitive collegiate Bollywood-fusion dance that released on Netflix on September 18. It follows childhood best friends Maya and Anjali, who join UCLA's competitive Bollywood-fusion dance team and face a cutthroat path to the U.S. championship. Maitreyi stars as Maya, and Priyanka Kedia plays Anjali. Talking about Maitreyi, she rose to prominence for her leading role as high school student Devi Vishwakumar in the Netflix teen comedy series Never Have I Ever. She played voice roles in the animated films Turning Red And The Twits, and the animated series My Little Pony: Make Your Mark. She transitioned to live-action films with supporting roles in Slanted and Freakier Friday. Meanwhile, Kaling first gained recognition for playing Kelly Kapoor in sitcom The Office. She gained wider attention for creating, producing and playing the title role in the sitcom The Mindy Project, Never Have I Ever, The Sex Lives of College Girls, Running Point and Not Suitable for Work. Her film career includes voice roles in Despicable Me, Wreck-It Ralph, Mr. Peabody & Sherman and Inside Out as well as live action roles in No Strings Attached, The Five-Year Engagement, A Wrinkle in Time, Ocean's 8 and Late Night.
Punjab: ASI shot dead near neck by .30 bore bullet while on PCR duty
The incident took place around 12:30 am on Friday when the ASI on PCR duty was shot from close range by the two bike-borne men
Salim Merchant gets trolled for visiting Kamakhya Mandir, gets questioned on religious beliefs
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Music composer and singer Salim Merchant faced criticism from a section of social media users after he shared pictures from his visit to the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Assam. The composer shared pictures with a friend, with both seen standing in front of the temple with folded hands after seeking blessings. In the pictures, Salim opted for a white T-shirt and dark trousers, with a red religious stole draped around his shoulders and a garland around his neck. Sharing the pictures on his social media account, Salim wrote in Hindi: Shakti ke charanon mein, Om Aim Hreem Kleem Kamakhye Namah. While many users responded with hearts, folded-hands emoticons and messages seeking Maa Kamakhya's blessings, some questioned Salim's visit and his expression of devotion. Among the comments were, Astaghfirullah from all muslims side (Seeking forgiveness from Allah on behalf of all Muslims.) One user wrote, Our shirk kia jiski maafi ni Quran me Hy btao saleem (Tell me, Salim, what about the shirk for which there is no forgiveness in the Quran.) Another user wrote, Ali Ali na kia kr na ahlbait ka zikar kia kr (Don't keep saying Ali Ali or mention the Ahl al-Bayt.) This is not the first time Salim's expressions of devotion towards Hindu deities have prompted discussion online. In March 2026, he spoke about his practice of offering prayers to Lord Shiva on Mondays while also observing Jummah prayers on Fridays. He said he respects both religions and described his connection with God and music as something difficult to put into words. On the professional front, Salim is one half of the composer duo Salim-Sulaiman, alongside his elder brother Sulaiman Merchant. The brothers have worked together for more than three decades and have composed music and background scores for numerous Hindi films. Their credits include films such as Chak De! India, Fashion, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi and Band Baaja Baaraat and many more.
Thousands rally across Iran pledge readiness to fight after months of war
They marched through downtown Tehran in combat uniform, carrying flags, as onlookers cheered
NASA spacecraft just found a giant new crater on Moon
Observed before and after by NASAs Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, the event allows researchers to study displaced lunar material and the surrounding physically altered region.
Mid-Day Opinion: Hospitals cannot be allowed to loot patients
The findings are significant because these are not optional purchases for a patient undergoing inpatient treatment, our report said
Mid-Day Opinion: Zverevs battle beyond the baseline
Two-time Grand Slam champ Alexanders challenges on the tennis court pale in comparison to the complications off it as he successfully negotiates Type 1 diabetes and helps others do so tooTwo-time Grand Slam champ Alexanders challenges on the tennis court pale in comparison to the complications off it as he successfully negotiates Type 1 diabetes
Wadala Metro site accident: MMRDA imposes Rs 6 crore penalty over safety lapses
Metro 4 contractor and consultant fined Rs 6 crore after Bhakti Park iron staging collapse killed two workers; same agencies were involved in Februarys fatal accident
Amitabh Bachchan shares life lesson: Small efforts can open doors
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has shared a message on perseverance, comparing lifes challenges to an automatic lift door that can be made to open again with even the smallest intervention. Taking to his blog, the icon said: Kuch bina bole hota hai, kuch bolke hota hai, aur kuch thok-thaak ke hota hai. Lekin hota zaroor hai. (Some things happen without saying a word, some happen by speaking up, and some happen by knocking and pushing. But they do happen.) He then cited an example of an automatic door as he shared: Lift ka automatic darwaza apne aap thodi der baad band hone lagta hai. Agar chadhne mein der ho gayi, toh woh band hone lagta hai. Us waqt agar ek chhoti si ungli bhi uske raaste mein aa jaaye, toh woh khul jaata hai aur wapas apni predetermined jagah par chala jaata hai. (The automatic door of a lift starts closing on its own after a while. If you are late getting in, it begins to shut. But if even a tiny finger comes in its way, the door opens again instead of closing and returns to its designated position.) And just like that, small efforts can open doors in life. Zindagi mein bhi ek chhota sa prayatna darwaze khol deta hai, chahe woh ek chhoti si ungli ke barabar hi kyun na ho. Bina prayatna kiye kuch mile impossible! Keep trying, keep moving, keep at it Someday, that door will get fed up and open up. (In life too, a small effort can open doors, no matter how small that effort may beeven if it is just the size of a little finger. To expect something without making an effort is impossible! Keep trying, keep moving, keep at it Someday, that door will get fed up and finally open up.)
WhatsApp group no ground to end professor's career: Bombay HC
Uttar Pradesh resident kills teenager, injures another in Malads Malwani area
Man allegedly launched attacks after claiming his family was killed in Hyderabad, police say
IIT Bombay student dies by suicide after being caught using ChatGPT in exam; 3rd in six months
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) A second-year student of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay died by suicide after he was found using a mobile phone during an examination, triggering protests by students on the institute's Powai campus. The incident took place on Friday evening and marks the third reported suicide at the IIT Powai campus in the past six months. The deceased student was identified as Sahil Wakode, who was pursuing his second year in the Department of Energy Science and Engineering. According to the institute, Wakode had uploaded an examination question paper to ChatGPT in an attempt to obtain answers while the test was underway. IIT Bombay said no disciplinary proceedings had been initiated against him following the incident. The matter was discussed with the student by the examination instructor and the Head of the Department. They counselled him and assured him that the incident would not have an adverse impact on his academic career, the institute said. After the discussion, Wakode returned to his hostel room. He was subsequently found dead in the room later that evening. In a statement, IIT Bombay expressed grief over the student's death and said it was providing support to those affected by the incident. The Institute is extending support to the student's friends, classmates, faculty members, and others affected by this tragic incident, it said, adding that the circumstances surrounding the death were being examined by the appropriate authorities. Following the incident, a group of students gathered on the campus and launched a protest, alleging that the administration had not disclosed all details surrounding the circumstances of the student's death. Some protesters claimed that Wakode had been threatened with a one-year suspension over the examination incident. They alleged that such a suspension could have required him to leave the hostel and stay outside the campus. Students further claimed that disciplinary action of this nature could potentially have delayed completion of his engineering course beyond the standard four-year duration. Protesting students alleged that the fear and pressure associated with possible disciplinary consequences may have played a role in the student's death. However, these allegations have not been independently verified. The protesters called for greater transparency and accountability from the institute's administration. The reason for our protest is that a suicide took place in our college today. That is why we have gathered to protest and demand accountability, transparency, and answers from our administration, a student said. Another student claimed that several such incidents had occurred on campus this year and questioned whether sufficient steps were being taken to understand their causes. Police personnel were deployed in large numbers on the campus following the protest. Discussions were also held between representatives of the students and the institute administration. Senior police officer Dattatray Nalawade said an investigation into the student's death was underway. He said students had assembled to raise their concerns following the incident, while the IIT administration held talks with them in an effort to resolve the situation.
Supportive TV wife Freida Pinto to Indraneil Sengupta: My TV husband going to leave you all stunned
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Hollywood-based Indian actress Freida Pinto has made her prediction about actor Indraneil Senguptas performance in Unaccustomed Earth, saying her TV husband is going to leave all stunned. Indraneil took to Instagram, where he dropped a string of looks from the upcoming series adaptation, which is an epic, soapy, and culturally vibrant drama about a tight-knit Indian American community navigating love, desire, and belonging. Indraneil captioned it: Love. Loss. Belonging. Here's your first look at Unaccustomed Earth, inspired by the internationally beloved Jhumpa Lahiri short story collection, premiering December 17 only on @netflix Freida took to the comment section and wrote: Let it be known that my TV husband, Indraneil Sengupta is going to leave you all stunned. Dec 17th come soon. Responding to the actress, Indraneil thanked his supportive TV wife and said, May your words come true. The series is inspired by Jhumpa Lahiris acclaimed short story collection of the same name and is set to premiere on December 17, 2026. Filled with nuance, passion, and unforgettable characters, Unaccustomed Earth invites you into the elite and insular Indian-American community of Cambridge, MA. When a star-crossed romance between a devoted wife and her long-lost love comes to light, a scandalous affair is born, and new battle lines are drawn in this intensely interconnected immigrant community. Unaccustomed Earth is a collection of short stories from American author Jhumpa Lahiri. It is her second collection of stories, following Interpreter of Maladies. As with much of Lahiri's work, Unaccustomed Earth explores the lives of second- and third-generation Indian American characters and how they navigate their mixed cultural environment. Freida gained stardom with her film debut in the drama Slumdog Millionaire in 2008. She was then seen in 2010s Miral, Trishna, and Desert Dancer. She also saw success with the science fiction film Rise of the Planet of the Apes, and the epic fantasy action film Immortals, You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger, Love Sonia, Hillbilly Elegy and Mr. Malcolm's List. She also starred in the Showtime miniseries Guerrilla, and had a recurring role in the series The Path.
Pune Ganeshotsav: Punit Balan confident city will become DJ-free by 2031
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Mumbai Coastal Road: Reliance begins work on 130-acre waterfront park
Work begins on Mumbais 130-acre Coastal Road recreational space, with the entire project expected to take about 24 months, according to civic officials
Ganpati Visarjan 2026: Mumbai sees immersion of 2,033 idols on fifth day
Civic body creates 355 artificial ponds, up from 298 last year
Mumbai-Goa highway project cost rises 48 per cent to Rs 16,909 crore in 17 years
Repairs drag on for close to two decades amid cost escalations. Meanwhile, at least 14 lives lost on stretch in nine months this year
University of Western Australia opens first India campus in Mumbais Andheri
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IIT-Bombay student dies by suicide after being caught using AI during exam
A second-year IIT-Bombay student died by suicide on Friday evening. He had used an AI platform to seek answers during an examination. Students gathered demanding a probe into mental health concerns and institutional actions. The institute stated no disciplinary action was initiated against the student. This incident follows another student suicide at the same hostel on July 28.
Mumbai hawker menace: Hill Road footpaths in Bandra blocked by hawkers again
Residents say Hill Road is back to square one weeks after BMC action against encroachments; civic body says it will move in again after the fair and Ganpati
Eknath Shindes phone left behind on UK flight recovered in an hour
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Filmmaker Santosh Davakhar, whose Marathi film Gondhal has been selected as Indias official entry for the Oscars, said his primary focus while making the film was to present Indian culture and heritage at large to an international audience in a cinematic way. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Davakhar opened up about his approach to the film and said he was initially unsure about how audiences would respond to it. To be honest, I didn't know if people will like this film or not. My first priority was that I have to make this film internationally, he said. Recalling his experiences at international film festivals, including Cannes, Davakhar said he noticed a perception surrounding Indian cinema that often focused on themes such as poverty and casteism. When I was in Cannes and other festivals internationally, that time I got to know about the representation of Indian films, and how people think that the films here are about poverty and casteism, he said. This is an important issue in India. But apart from that, India has a rich heritage, a proud culture. And I wanted to represent that culture in a cinematic way, Davakhar said. He revealed that he extensively studied international cinema and screenwriting while developing the film. When I was in Cannes, I used to watch three-four films a day. In 15 days, I have watched more than 40 films. So that page automatically develops. And if you want to make an international film, your making should also be according to that, he said. Santosh added that considerable research went into the screenplay as well, with the intention of presenting a thriller mystery in a simple and accessible manner. I have done a lot of research on that. I have also done a lot of research on screenplay. And I have given people a thriller mystery in a very simple way. And along with that, I have also given a richness of rituals, he said. For the uninitiated, Gondhal has been selected as Indias official entry for the Oscars, putting the Marathi thriller in the spotlight on the international stage. The film blends mystery and thriller elements with the richness of Indian rituals and cultural traditions. The film stars Kishor Kadam, Ishita Deshmukh, Yogesh Sohoni, Nishad Bhoir, Anuj Prabhu, Suresh Vishwakarma and Vitthal Kale.
Bombay HC warns bank of contempt action for defying September 3 order
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What if Tukaram Mundhe ran Mumbai? Mumbaikars share their wish list
As Tukaram Mundhe continues to earn public appreciation for his crackdowns on hotels and gymkhanas, eateries and vendors, mid-day asks prominent citizens to indulge in some fantasy, telling us what the FDA chief could fix if given charge of spheres beyond his current area of work
Sunita Ahuja hugs Kashmera Shah, Krushna Abhisheks twin boys as they touch her feet out of respect
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Sunita Ahuja shared a heartwarming moment with her nephew Krushna Abhisheks family as she arrived at his residence for Ganpati darshan on Friday. The visit saw Krushnas twin sons, Rayaan and Krishaang, warmly welcoming their grandmother and touching her feet as a mark of respect for their elder. As soon as Sunita entered the house, the twins went up to her and sought her blessings by touching her feet. Sunita, in turn, showered affection on her grandchildren, making the festive gathering a special family moment. She later also greeted Kashmera and Krushna with the same love. For the occasion, Sunita looked elegant in a yellow printed saree with a red border, paired with traditional jewellery and flowers adorning her hair. Kashmera Shah opted for a blue embellished lehenga with a matching choli, while Krushna was dressed in a pearl white kurta. The family posed together amid the Ganpati celebrations at the residence. The family moment comes a few months after Sunitas emotional reunion with Krushna and Kashmera on the reality show Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment Season 3. Sunita had made a surprise appearance on the show and met the couples twin sons for the first time after years of estrangement. Sunita had earlier spoken about the reunion, saying that she had decided to let go of the past and forgive Krushna and Kashmera. She described meeting her grandchildren as an especially emotional moment as the family rift had lasted for around 14 years. For the uninitiated, Sunita is Krushna Abhishek's Mami, the wife of his uncle and Bollywood superstar Govinda.
Massive protest at IIT Bombay in Powai after student found dead
Some students who spoke on condition of anonymity said protests began at around 8.30 pm on Friday after news of the student's death spread across the campus
Bombay High Court permits BMC to cut over 1,200 mangroves for Versova-Madh Island bridge
In its order, the Bench recorded that the BMC will plant 39,000 mangroves over 9 hectares of land with forest of mangroves and monitor the plantation for 10 years
Mumbai Fuel Pumps Threaten To Drop UPI Over MDR Fees From Oct. 15
The Petrol Dealers Association of Mumbai (PDAM) has written to the Reserve Bank of India and the Finance Ministry, seeking a complete waiver of the charges for fuel retailers. The association warned that dealers could withdraw UPI payment facilities if the MDR is not rolled back.
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BCCI Secretary Confirms Asia Cup Trophies Will Return to Mumbai Headquarters
BCCI Secretary Devjeet Saikia assures that Asia Cup trophies for men and women will eventually be housed in Mumbai. BCCI Secretary Confirms Asia Cup Trophies Will Return to Mumbai Headquarters
Fadnavis Inaugurates University Of Western Australias 1st Indian Campus In Mumbai
The UWA campus will provide fresh impetus to the Maharashtra governments efforts to transform Mumbai into a global hub for knowledge, innovation, technology and talent, said Fadnavis.
Inspectors reported cockroach infestation, unhygienic food handling, and presence of a urinal in the food storage area at Olympia Coffee House.
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Mumbai Nesco drug case: Court rejects second bail plea of bouncer
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FDA sent notice after cheeses expiry, Bombay HC quashes fungus case
Bigg Boss 20: THIS male contestant evicted from show?
Mumbai: Bigg Boss 20 spared everyone in its first week, but the second week has reportedly brought the seasons first exit. According to sources close to the show, Rohed Khan has been evicted. Rohed landed in the danger zone alongside Aasif Khan and Scout after the three were nominated for discussing nominations inside the house. 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 .
Fire breaks out at welding shop in Maharashtra, three injured
Maharashtra urban development department releases subordinate loans for Metro projects
24-year-old woman from Maharashtra injured after tree falls on house at Balkum
LPG tanker overturns on Mumbai-Ahmedabad highway, no leak reported
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New 3-judge HC bench to hear Maratha quota case
22 accused sent to judicial custody in Relief Hospital ruckus case in Maharashtra
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Tribunal stays Rs 57 lakh order against IDFC First Bank over unauthorised money transfers
Chlorine issue keeps Chembur civic pool shut for a week
Ganeshotsav: Over 12,600 Idols immersed in Mumbai on Day 5
The immersion process continued peacefully across the city, with no untoward incident reported. The BMChas made arrangements at several immersion sites across Mumbai, including artificial ponds, to facilitate devotees during the festival
Skilled hands carve large idols with perfect balance and symmetry
Police arrest two for assaulting 29-year-old during Ganpati procession in Mumbai
Western Railway revises train halts at Mumbai's Charni Road station for Anant Chaturdashi
Both Asia Cup Trophies Will Land Up At BCCI Headquarters One Day, Says Devajit Saikia
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia: BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia on Friday expressed firm confidence that both the men's and women's Asia Cup trophies will eventually be housed at the board's headquarters here. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women's team declined to accept their winner's medals and the trophy from ACC President Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as the PCB chairman and Pakistan's interior minister, after winning the Asia Cup final in Dubai last week. It mirrors a similar stance taken by the Indian men's team following their Asia Cup triumph last year. We congratulated our women's team for their superb victory in Dubai last week. They have very nicely won the first match against Japan and we hope that they will win the gold medal in the Asian Games on 22nd of this month. Asia Cup trophies we hope it will come one day. I will not give you a timeline, but I can assure you that both the trophies will come up and land up in this BCCI head office at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Saikia told reporters at the end of the 95th BCCI AGM held at its headquarters on Friday. The player auction for the upcoming IPL season will take place in the second week of December, which will also be the final mini-auction of the current 2023-27 rights cycle. To commemorate 20 years of the league, the BCCI is planning grand celebrations for the upcoming edition. We have also discussed about engaging and activating our state associations to give support to physically-challenged cricketers. The BCCI will complete 100 years in December 2027, so we will do centenary celebrations from December 2027 for one year, added Saikia. Saikia further clarified that former Assam Ranji Trophy cricketer Subhadeep Ghosh has been brought in as the Indian men's cricket team fielding coach on a short-term assignment following the exit of T Dilip. Ghosh, who previously worked with the senior women's side between 2021 and 2023 and serves as a fielding coach at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, assumed the role ahead of India's two-Test tour of Sri Lanka in August. Saikia further clarified that former Assam Ranji Trophy cricketer Subhadeep Ghosh has been brought in as the Indian men's cricket team fielding coach on a short-term assignment following the exit of T Dilip. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories His tenure will be evaluated following India's upcoming tour of New Zealand, based on performance assessments and feedback from the rest of Indian team management. If approved, Ghosh could continue in the role till the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa. Article Source: IANS
Woman injured after tree falls on multiple rooms of chawl in Thane
Residents of the rooms that were vacated due to the dangerous condition of the roofs were advised to stay at alternative locations temporarily, officials said
Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations brought several television celebrities together this year, with Neena Gupta sharing glimpses of the festivities on social media where she reunited with her co-stars from the recently released show Chumbak. Her Netflix co-star Arjun Bijlani played the perfect host as he opened his home to the actors of the show during the Ganpati celebrations held at his residence. Neena Gupta took to Instagram to post photographs from the celebration at Bijlani residence, captioning the post simply, CHUMBAK gang. The pictures also featured her fellow cast members from the upcoming Netflix show Chumbak, namely Delnaaz Irani, Sandeepa Dhar and Helly Shah, who were seen coming together for the festive occasion. The post drew widespread affection from followers, with even streaming platform Netflix joining in to react to the images. Helly Shah, one of the actresses featured in the photographs, plays the role of Twinkle Oberoi (ne Ravjiani) in the show, a school dropout but famous actress married to cardiac surgeon Dr. Mikhael Mickey Oberoi, portrayed by Arjun Bijlani. Meanwhile, Bijlani also shared glimpses of his Ganpati celebrations. The actor, who welcomes Ganpati Bappa to his residence every year alongside his wife Neha Swami, took to his own Instagram profile to post multiple moments from this year's festivities. His home further saw a string of other celebrity visitors seeking the Lord's blessings, including Nia Sharma, Mouni Roy, Ritvik Dhanjiani and Adaa Khan, among others. Sharing the pictures, Arjun wrote, Surrounded by Bappa's blessings, positivity and pure festive vibes. Ganpati Bappa Morya! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Neena Gupta (@neena_gupta) On the work front, Chumbak marks a notable ensemble project for its cast. Set against the backdrop of a housing colony in Chembur, Mumbai, the sitcom follows the lives of its residents and features a line-up that includes Manasi Parekh, Amyra Dastur, Sumeet Vyas, Anant Joshi, Deven Bhojani, Sumeet Raghavan and Atul Kumar, alongside Neena Gupta, Delnaaz Irani, Sandeepa Dhar and Helly Shah. The show is produced by JD Majethia and directed by Aatish Kapadia. Its first eight episodes premiered on Netflix on September 10, with the remaining episodes of the season yet to be released. Also Read: Neena Gupta says she apologised to Masaba Gupta for growing up without her father: It is my fault
Karan Johar to host The Earthshot Prize Awards Night in Mumbai, becomes first Indian to take on role
Karan Johar is set to host The Earthshot Prize Awards Night in Mumbai on November 17, 2026, becoming the first Indian to take on the hosting duties for the annual global ceremony. The announcement comes as The Earthshot Prize prepares to hold its sixth edition in India for the first time. The filmmaker and producer, who has experience across cinema, television and streaming, is known for hosting Koffee with Karan as well as the Indian adaptation of The Traitors. For the Mumbai ceremony, Johar will host an evening that will recognise 15 finalists working on solutions addressing environmental challenges. Reacting to the announcement, Karan Johar shared, To be the first Indian to host The Earthshot Prize Awards Night is a moment of immense pride for me, and to do so in Mumbai makes it all the more meaningful. In cinema, we imagine new worlds. The innovators celebrated by Earthshot are showing us how to build a better one. That is what makes HRH Prince William's vision so compelling: it gives us not just reasons to hope, but ideas we can act on. India has the creativity and ambition to be an important part of that future. I'm honoured to welcome the world to Mumbai and help give these remarkable people the recognition they deserve. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Earthshot Prize (@earthshotprize) Founded by HRH Prince William, The Earthshot Prize was launched to identify, celebrate and support solutions aimed at protecting and restoring the planet. Mumbai was announced as the host city for the 2026 edition earlier this year, with the city joining previous host locations including London, Boston, Singapore, Cape Town and Rio de Janeiro. Prince William, Founder and President of The Earthshot Prize, said, Every year, our Finalists give me renewed optimism. They show us that, even as the environmental challenges remain urgent, extraordinary people around the world are already proving that progress is possible. Seeing solutions work gives us all confidence to act. When they succeed, they inspire others and accelerate change. I'm proud to welcome these 15 Finalists to the Earthshot Prize community and look forward to celebrating their stories in Mumbai this November. The two-day Earthshot Prize Summit will bring together global leaders, innovators, funders, businesses and communities to build connections around environmental solutions. The programme will culminate in the Awards Night on November 17. At the ceremony, 15 finalists will be celebrated, with five ultimately named as the 2026 winners. Each winner will receive 1 million to help scale their respective solution and expand its impact. This version keeps the celebrity-news angle centred on Karan Johar while giving enough context about The Earthshot Prize and the Mumbai ceremony without turning the story into promotional copy. Also Read: REVEALED: Heres why Karan Johar has been thanked in Daayra and Hrithik Roshan and Huma Qureshi in Vibe
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh visit Siddhivinayak temple ahead of second baby
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are preparing to welcome their second child. Amid the anticipation surrounding the arrival of their baby, the couple was spotted at Mumbais Siddhivinayak Temple on Friday, September 18, 2026, where they sought blessings of Lord Ganesha. The temple visit comes days after the couple shared glimpses of their maternity journey and has also drawn attention to a ritual they followed ahead of the birth of their first child, daughter Dua. Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh seek blessings at Siddhivinayak Temple On Friday, Deepika and Ranveer visited Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai. The couple appeared to continue a tradition they followed in 2024, when they visited the temple shortly before welcoming their first child. Deepika and Ranveer had visited the temple on September 6, 2024, two days before the birth of their daughter Dua on September 8. The following day, they announced the arrival of their daughter through a post on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Hungama (@realbollywoodhungama) This time, the couple was accompanied by Ranveers parents, Anju and Jagjit Singh Bhavnani. Amid the crowds gathered in Mumbai for the ongoing Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, the family was escorted in and out of the temple by security personnel. Ranveer had also visited Lalbaugcha Raja on Thursday evening, September 17, to seek blessings. The actor, dressed in a white kurta and pyjama pants, was seen greeting and interacting with fans from his car. Deepika and Ranveer announced their second pregnancy in April Deepika and Ranveer announced their second pregnancy on April 19, 2026. The couple shared the news through a social media post featuring their daughter Dua, who was seen holding a positive pregnancy test. The announcement was captioned, Baby Dua and our hearts are getting bigger! The couple welcomed Dua Padukone Singh in September 2024 and are expecting their second baby in September 2026. Earlier this month, they also shared pictures from their maternity shoot on social media, offering a glimpse into this phase of their lives. Also Read : What to wear this Ganesh Chaturthi? Take cues from Deepika Padukones 10 best traditional looks
CBI books Anil Ambani, Reliance Capital in alleged Rs 2,684-cr fraud
The CBI has registered a case against Reliance Capital, former chairman Anil Ambani, former group managing director Satish Seth and others over an alleged Rs 2,684.57-crore fraud involving LIC investments in five NCDs issued by the company
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The couple visited Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple on Friday, accompanied by Ranveer's parents, just as they prepare to welcome their second child. Deepika wore an orange-and-purple traditional ensemble, while Ranveer chose a purple kurta with white trousers.
