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Apple Maps has just announced that it has changed the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America, so now that very important change of names, between Google Maps and Apple Maps, is complete, ratified, and binding
The Bombay High Court on Wednesday directed the CBI to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of Disha Salian, who was the former manager of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput
The forecast comes as rainfall activity remains subdued across the city. Despite the possibility of intermittent showers, Mumbai has been experiencing relatively hot and humid conditions, with the lack of sustained rainfall making the weather feel warmer
An Army facility in Secunderabad has reported the theft of five assault rifles, seven pistols, 21 magazines, ammunition and a passive night vision binocular, police said. According to the FIR, the storage facilitys door locks were found open after the weapons went missing
The MEA said Indian rescue and forensic teams were continuing to assist Nepalese authorities in the aftermath of the disaster, which has claimed more than 1,000 lives and left thousands of people out of contact
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged that the BJP and what he called the Vote Chori Aayog were changing their methods but had the same objective of ensuring a BJP victory. His remarks came a day after Maharashtras Chief Electoral Officer released details of the draft roll
The incident occurred on August 29 when Saniya, her child, and two relatives were returning to Bhiwandi on a motorcycle after visiting her maternal home in Mumbra for Eid
According to MSEDCL, the 22 cases involved the illegal use of 1,90,757 units of electricity. Action has been initiated under Section 135 of the Electricity Act, 2003
A high tide of 4.36 metres is expected at 1:33 pm on August 31. The next high tide, measuring 4.26 metres, is forecast at 2:09 am on September 1
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said India became a Vishwaguru through selfless service to humanity rather than by becoming a superpower. Speaking in Toronto, he highlighted Indias tradition of offering refuge, respecting diversity and embracing the philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam
An eight-year-old boy died after allegedly being run over by an Innova Crysta while crossing a road in Bandra West on August 30. The Bandra police have arrested the woman driver
Speaking to mid-day on Sunday, a senior railway official said he had issued instructions to the zonal railway to preserve some of the old iron brackets and other surviving GIPR relics for display at a heritage gallery and the National Rail Museum
Mumbai woke up to partly cloudy to generally cloudy skies on Sunday, with the IMD forecasting moderate rain during the day. Temperatures are likely to range from 26.7C to 31.5C. A high tide of 4.41 metres is expected at 1:04 pm
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora in Tashkent during his two-day Uzbekistan visit. Calling the diaspora a living bridge between the two nations, Modi also praised Indian-Uzbek cultural performances and met President Shavkat Mirziyoyev
A major mishap was averted in Mumbai after a dumper allegedly lost control on the Mrinaltai Gore flyover in Oshiwara and crashed into its wall and vision barrier, causing a portion to collapse onto SV Road below
PM Modi shared a reel from the celebrations on his Instagram account, captioning it, Hi5, smiles and more during todays Raksha Bandhan celebrations at 7, LKM. The video showed him interacting warmly with schoolchildren and exchanging greetings with them during the festival celebrations
The royal palace announced his death, after which his son Crown Prince Haakon automatically succeeded him to the throne. Harald had been Europe's oldest reigning monarch and served as Norway's king since 1991
The Maharashtra government has decided to provide drivers of public transport vehicles with a one-year period to learn and become proficient in Marathi
CM said the development of Pandharpur is being planned with a 50-year vision, focusing on facilities for devotees as well as boosting the local economy. With the number of devotees visiting Pandharpur increasing every year, he said integrated and long-term planning for the entire city was necessary
BMCs pre-Ganeshotsav inspection of idol routes highlights a larger concern: Mumbais potholes and unsafe roads need the same urgent attention to protect human lives year-round
US President Donald Trump has sharply escalated the trade dispute with Canada, accusing Ottawa of unfair trade practices and saying the country could not survive without access to the US market. Canada has vowed to retaliate with matching tariffs on American goods
The NHRC has issued notices to the Punjab government over a complaint alleging that Chief Minister Bhagwant Manns wife, Gurpreet Kaur, demanded Rs 5 crore to suppress a rape case. The commission has sought an action report within two weeks
A 15-year-old girl was injured after an unidentified two-wheeler rider allegedly hit her from behind while she was walking to tuition near Gulmohar Road in Juhu on August 18. The rider allegedly fled without offering help, prompting police to launch a technical probe
The Chandipura virus has killed nearly 30 people in Gujarat and spread to Rajasthan, prompting the Centre to deploy a National Joint Outbreak Response Team. While Mumbai and Maharashtra have reported no cases, doctors are urging vigilance as the virus can rapidly cause acute encephalitis in children
A jeweller in Dahanu was allegedly shot at after he resisted a three-member gang that raided his shop and fled with gold ornaments worth around Rs 90 lakh on July 20. Police have arrested all three accused and recovered jewellery worth Rs 51.51 lakh

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