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Mumbai Police seizes heroin worth Rs 10.16 crore, three held

The Mumbai Crime Branch is tracing the alleged suppliers and investigating the wider distribution network to establish the roles of other people suspected of involvement, sources said

20 Oct 2026 5:05 pm
Mumbai woman held for extorting Rs 4 cr via sextortion trap in Ghatkopar

The woman was arrested by Mumbai Crime Branch's Unit 7 on October 18 after officers allegedly caught her accepting an extortion payment of Rs 5 lakh at a restaurant in Ghatkopar West

20 Oct 2026 4:49 pm
CJPs Abhijeet Dipke invokes Gandhi, rejects comparisons with protests in France

In a video statement, Dipke rejected attempts to link the activists protests with violent unrest and regime-change movements abroad. He said Das and Ranka had chosen to face imprisonment peacefully, maintaining their commitment to Gandhian Satyagraha despite what he described as unlawful detention

20 Oct 2026 4:46 pm
Great to be back in Mumbai: US envoy Sergio Gor arrives with Marco Rubio

Ahead of Rubios visit, Jaishankar met a US Congressional delegation in Mumbai to discuss trade, energy, security and technology, as well as ways to strengthen India-US ties

20 Oct 2026 4:25 pm
Four booked for agricultural land fraud using fake documents in Hingoli

The alleged fraud came to light after a divisional vigilance squad investigated a complaint and found irregularities in the sale of a piece of agricultural land to a resident of Pedgaon village, an official said

20 Oct 2026 4:25 pm
Jarange urges Marathas to defeat leaders opposing quota in 2029 polls

Addressing a Dussehra rally at the Narayangad pilgrimage site in Beed tehsil, Manoj Jarange also criticised the Maharashtra government over the Rs 5,000 drought relief announced for affected farmers

20 Oct 2026 4:01 pm
Drought-hit farmers to receive Diwali ration at their doorsteps: Shinde

The initiative aims to provide assistance through both the state government and the Shiv Sena, with financial aid being credited to farmers bank accounts and festive essentials being delivered to their homes, an official statement said

20 Oct 2026 3:48 pm
Athawale backs Mohan Bhagwat, says regime change cannot bring down elected govt

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale backed RSS chief Mohan Bhagwats remarks on regime change, saying protests alone cannot bring down an elected government in India. He also welcomed the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement

20 Oct 2026 3:46 pm
Delhi: Two injured as Mixer Ride gate breaks at Vikaspuri Dussehra ground

Two people were injured after the gate of a Mixer Ride broke at a Dussehra ground in Vikaspuri, west Delhi, around 1.36 am on Tuesday. They were shifted to RML Hospital for treatment. Police registered a case, inspected the spot and are investigating possible negligence

20 Oct 2026 3:21 pm
Zelenskyy, Rubio hold talks on missile interceptors, Russian attack warnings

Zelenskyy said the discussion centred on Ukraines urgent defence requirements as Kyiv continues diplomatic efforts to end the war with Russia

20 Oct 2026 2:54 pm
BJP leaders slam Sanjay Raut over remarks on Albania protests, demand apology

BJP leader Guru Prakash Paswan questioned whether Raut was presenting the events in Albania as an example for India. He also referred to a social media post by the Congress in Kerala concerning the Chief Justice of India

20 Oct 2026 2:43 pm
Priyanka Chaturvedi criticises Sanjay Raut over India should learn from Albania

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi criticised Sanjay Rauts remarks suggesting India should learn from unrest in Albania, stressing that violence undermines democracy and constitutional values

20 Oct 2026 2:15 pm
Tiger Shroff firing case: Mumbai Police recover five bullet shells from Juhu

Investigators had been examining CCTV footage from the football ground and surrounding areas over the past several weeks to trace the accuseds movements and determine whether they had surveyed the location before the firing, a police official said

20 Oct 2026 2:10 pm
Illegal firecracker manufacturing unit busted in Latur ahead of Diwali

Acting on a tip-off, a police team raided the premises at around 4 pm on Monday and found workers assembling explosives under dangerous conditions, an official said

20 Oct 2026 2:01 pm
Kolkata stampede: Man arrested over misleading social media post

Ainul Haque, a West Bengal resident, has been arrested for allegedly claiming that 60 people died in the Kolkata Durga Puja stampede, against the reported toll of 19. Investigators are probing the post and suspected Bangladesh links

20 Oct 2026 1:58 pm
Amit Shah meets families of anti-drug campaign victims during Punjab visit

Union Home Minister Amit Shah visits Gurdaspur, Sangrur and Mansa to meet the families of Bikramjit Singh, Gulzar Singh and anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann has announced a CBI probe into Jhota's murder amid a political row over drugs

20 Oct 2026 1:55 pm
France to impose fresh curfews as government responds to urban riots

France plans new targeted curfews after recent riots, with Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu saying existing restrictions helped maintain calm. Paris, Bordeaux and Nice have introduced measures, while the government prepares emergency talks and promises support for businesses affected by the unrest

20 Oct 2026 1:32 pm
Telangana cops bust drug-making unit at Maharashtra poultry farm; 11 held

The investigation has identified 24 accused, of whom 11 are listed as arrested or in custody and 13 remain absconding, according to an official statement

20 Oct 2026 1:32 pm
UP: 35 years after fake encounter, 12 retired policemen booked in Kanpur

The case against the retired cops relates to allegations of fabricated evidence, false charges, wrongful confinement and assault, a senior police official said on Tuesday

20 Oct 2026 1:14 pm
CBI to probe anti-drug activist Jhotas murder: Punjab CM Mann

CM Bhagwant Mann expressed solidarity with anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhotas family and said the state government remained committed to its fight against drug trafficking

20 Oct 2026 12:58 pm
Sheikh Hasina says risk of death will not stop her from returning to Bangladesh

Sheikh Hasina said the risks would not deter her from returning to Bangladesh, where she has faced legal proceedings since the collapse of her government in August 2024

20 Oct 2026 12:50 pm
Australian lawmaker Helen Haines loses leg in alleged deliberate car attack

Australian lawmaker Helen Haines reportedly lost a leg after being struck by a car outside her Wangaratta office. Critically injured, she underwent surgery in Melbourne. Police arrested the driver, and an investigation is underway as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned the alleged attack

20 Oct 2026 12:42 pm
Kerela: 35-year-old man dies after falling under moving train at Aluva station

A 35-year-old man identified as Althaf died after allegedly attempting to jump off a moving train at Kerala's Aluva railway station between 3 am and 4 am on Tuesday. Police said he lost his footing and slipped under the train. Inquest proceedings are underway

20 Oct 2026 12:42 pm
Mumbai Police arrest two thak thak gang members, solve six theft cases

The case came to light after a motorist reported that two mobile phones had been stolen from his car at Vakola Junction in Santacruz East, an official said

20 Oct 2026 12:33 pm
Vote chori sarkaar perfected gramin mazdoori chori: Congress on VB-G RAM G

Congress general secretary in charge of communications Jairam Ramesh cited a media investigation into the implementation of the scheme in drought-hit Beed district of Maharashtra

20 Oct 2026 12:30 pm
India offers legally binding no-first-use nuclear commitment at UN

Congress MP Manish Tewari, representing India at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) First Committee in New York, outlined the countrys position on nuclear weapons and related issues on Monday

20 Oct 2026 12:15 pm
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat alleges attempts to dismantle India

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, addressing the organisations Vijayadashami gathering in Nagpur, said changing the government would not necessarily solve Indias problems. He alleged attempts to undermine the countrys progress and urged protesters, authorities and political leaders to uphold constitutional values

20 Oct 2026 12:08 pm
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urges protesters, leaders to focus on solutions

Mohan Bhagwat appealed to protesters, government representatives, administrative officials and political leaders to ensure that their actions did not fuel hatred, bitterness or divisions within society

20 Oct 2026 11:53 am
Mumbai: Nine injured in fire at Kurla Wests Kohinoor HDIL building

Nine people were injured after a fire broke out in the electrical duct of Kohinoor HDIL Building No. 5 in Kurla West, Mumbai, on Tuesday morning. Eight suffered smoke inhalation and one sustained a leg injury. All nine were admitted to Rajawadi Hospital and are in stable condition

20 Oct 2026 11:51 am
Air India Express flight IX2065 lands safely after bird strike at Bengaluru

An Air India Express flight from Visakhapatnam to Bengaluru suffered a bird strike but landed safely at Kempegowda International Airport, with all 148 passengers unharmed. Engineers began inspecting the aircraft, while Indian airlines continued suspending selected Saudi Arabia services amid regional security concerns

20 Oct 2026 11:20 am
RSS Foundation Day: PM Modi praises volunteers for service and social harmony

Founded by Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur, Maharashtra, on September 27, 1925, the RSS traditionally observes its Foundation Day on Vijayadashami, following the Hindu calendar

20 Oct 2026 11:18 am
Dussehra rallies in Mumbai: Uddhav Thackeray, Eknath Shinde vie for support

The Shiv Sena (UBT) rally will take place at Shivaji Park in Dadar, while the Shinde-led Shiv Sena has organised its gathering at the NESCO Centre in Goregaon

20 Oct 2026 10:52 am
India-US trade deal in focus as Marco Rubio meets EAM S Jaishankar in Mumbai

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting India for talks with S Jaishankar on trade, energy, defence and critical technologies. The meeting comes as both countries signal progress on a proposed trade deal amid tariff disputes and wider efforts to strengthen bilateral ties

20 Oct 2026 10:46 am
Tiger Shroff gets police protection after Juhu firing incident

Tiger Shroff has been provided police protection two days after three gunmen allegedly opened fire in Juhu. Three suspected shooters, including a juvenile, were detained in Kota, Rajasthan, while police questioned another person in Sonipat as the investigation continues

20 Oct 2026 10:43 am
PM Modi extends Vijayadashami wishes, prays for happiness and prosperity

In a separate post, the Prime Minister shared a Sanskrit verse describing Lord Rama as the embodiment of righteousness, truth and valour

20 Oct 2026 10:29 am
Delhi records lowest minimum temperature of October at 17.1 degrees Celsius

Delhi recorded Octobers lowest minimum temperature so far at 17.1 degrees Ceslius on Monday, 1.3 degrees below the seasonal average. Clear skies are forecast for Dussehra, while the citys AQI stood at 139 in the moderate category

20 Oct 2026 10:26 am
Mumbai weather: Hazy skies, humid conditions persist as mercury touches 37 deg C

The city recorded unusually high daytime temperatures on Tuesday, with the Colaba observatory registering a maximum of 37.3 degrees Celsius and Santacruz recording 37.1 degrees Celsius, according to reported IMD observations

20 Oct 2026 10:22 am
Fire breaks out at Amar Sons Store near Breach Candy Hospital in Mahalaxmi

A fire broke out at Amar Sons Store on Bhulabhai Desai Road near Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbais Mahalaxmi area on Tuesday morning, October 20. The Mumbai Fire Brigade declared it a Level 1 fire call, while multiple emergency agencies were mobilised. Further details were awaited

20 Oct 2026 10:16 am
Construction sites must prioritise safety of all

This is the ordinary moving public, both pedestrians and commuters using that space.

20 Oct 2026 9:37 am
No AI-dea about old Bombay

Our sutradhaars, Sir Pheroze and Lady Flora, discover that relying on the biggest buzzword, Artificial Intelligence (AI), isnt always the ideal way to source correct facts, especially about their home city

20 Oct 2026 9:34 am
Manipur police intensify operations after IED blast and deadly firing incidents

The exact cause and circumstances of the explosion are yet to be ascertained.

20 Oct 2026 9:31 am
US-Iran tensions: Rubio claims blockade is restricting Tehrans oil exports

The figures represent the administration's assessment and were not independently verified in the interview.

20 Oct 2026 9:28 am
US plans to train thousands of technology professionals across Central Asia

Rubio said Washington wanted to develop more secure supply chains for industries essential to economic growth and national security.

20 Oct 2026 9:24 am
Sheikh Hasina calls for reconciliation in Bangladesh, rejects political revenge

She left Bangladesh following the collapse of her government in August 2024.

20 Oct 2026 9:20 am
Delhi court cites 13 months in custody while granting bail to Nigerian national

The court directed a personal bond of '25,000 and two local sureties of the same amount

20 Oct 2026 9:16 am
Ecuador priest dies after heavy crucifix falls on him during livestreamed Mass

The incident occurred at Perpetuo Socorro Church in southwestern Ecuador, under the Archdiocese of Guayaquil.

20 Oct 2026 9:13 am
20 Oct 2026 9:10 am
Dushyant Kumar Gautam sworn in as Sikkim Governor amid Congress criticism

Bhandaris parents and the Congress have been staging protests against Gautams appointment as the Sikkim governor.

20 Oct 2026 9:09 am
Three killed, three injured in Manipur firing near Imphal East-Kangpokpi border

Three others were also injured as militants opened fire on a group of firewood collectors on the border of Imphal East and Kangpokpi districts, officials said, adding that three more have gone missing

20 Oct 2026 9:06 am
Lucknow police intensify search for accused in cafe owner Shiva Sharmas death

Dubey, Sharmas alleged live-in partner, has been on the run since the incident.

20 Oct 2026 9:03 am