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Mumbai to see clear skies; temperatures likely around 34C

Air quality in Mumbai remained in the satisfactory category, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 63, as per the Central Pollution Control Boards Sameer App. At this level, minor breathing discomfort may be experienced by sensitive individuals

9 Apr 2026 9:32 am
Mid-day exclusive: Dadar beach cleared after months of encroachment

A stretch of Dadar beach used as a construction dump for over three months was finally cleared after media reports and citizen pressure, restoring public access and raising questions on accountability

9 Apr 2026 9:32 am
BEST plans heritage revival for abandoned double-decker buses in Mumbai

Three abandoned double-decker buses lying under JJ flyover could get a second life as heritage rides, as BEST explores revival plans during its centenary year. The move comes alongside a broader push to expand fleet, restart hiring, and stabilise finances

9 Apr 2026 9:28 am
City`s hidden marine life: Crabs, starfish and anemones surviving amid pollution

Beneath Mumbais bustling coastline lies a hidden ecosystem where crabs, starfish, and marine organisms continue to thrive despite pollution and urban pressure. Documented by a city-based biologist, this fragile yet resilient world is best witnessed during low tide along key shores

9 Apr 2026 9:25 am
AQI may look safe but fluctuating air is quietly harming health, warn doctors

Despite largely satisfactory AQI levels, frequent fluctuations in Mumbais air quality are triggering a range of health issues beyond respiratory problems, including skin irritation and eye disorders, experts say

9 Apr 2026 9:22 am
31-year-old caretaker held for sexually abusing two pet dogs in Andheri flat

A 31-year-old caretaker has been arrested in Andheri West for allegedly sexually abusing two pet dogs after tampering with CCTV cameras. The incident came to light when the owner noticed suspicious activity on the live feed and alerted neighbours

9 Apr 2026 9:19 am
Mumbai Police clear Rohit Shetty in beacon misuse case, say no evidence found

Mumbai Police have ruled out any action against Rohit Shetty in the alleged beacon misuse case, stating that inspections found no violations and photographs alone are not sufficient for enforcement. The decision has drawn criticism from an RTI activist, who questioned the lack of accountability

9 Apr 2026 9:10 am
Stalemate over Israel Op in Lebanon threatens West Asia peace deal

The three clauses that Ghalibaf accused the US-Iran of breaching include violation of the ceasefire in Lebanon, violation of Iranian airspace and denial of Iran`s right to enrich uranium

9 Apr 2026 9:07 am
India elected to various subsidiary bodies at UN Economic and Social Council

Indian Ambassador Preeti Saran has been re-elected to the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (2027-2030)

9 Apr 2026 9:05 am
Scholarships stalled, Maharashtra students abroad face cash crunch

Seventy-five Maharashtra students studying overseas are struggling financially as government-approved scholarships for 2026 remain unpaid for over two months. With universities issuing fee warnings and officials citing lack of funds, the delay has sparked concerns over governance and student welfare

9 Apr 2026 9:04 am
IMF, World Bank, World Food Programme warn of rising food prices due to Iran war

It has already triggered one of the largest disruptions to global energy markets in modern history

9 Apr 2026 9:04 am
All India Shia Personal Law Board hails Iran as superpower after ceasefire

The All India Shia Personal Law Board (AISPLB) has welcomed the recent US-Iran ceasefire, describing it as a victory for Iran and calling the country a superpower. Leaders said Tehran stood firm against US and Israeli pressure during the nearly 40-day conflict and dictated terms of the ceasefire

9 Apr 2026 9:02 am
Mallikarjun Kharge expresses regret over illiterate remark on Gujarat

Even so, I express my sincere regret. It was never my intention to hurt the sentiments of the people of Gujarat

9 Apr 2026 9:00 am
Indian bison herd damages homes, injures six in Nilgiris village

The incident occurred at Garden Mund, when a herd of Indian bison surrounded the village late Tuesday night

9 Apr 2026 8:55 am
Calcutta High Court grants conditional bail to Saradha scam accused Sudipta Sen

The Saradha group, headed by Sen, allegedly defrauded lakhs of people for hundreds of crores. He was arrested in April 2013

9 Apr 2026 8:54 am
Voting begins in Assam, Keralam and Puducherry; results on May 4

Voters queued outside polling stations to cast their votes in a single-phase assembly election

9 Apr 2026 8:50 am
New catalyst tech could cut cost of sustainable aviation fuel

This turns ethanol into olefins essential precursors used to produce jet fuel significantly improving the production process

9 Apr 2026 8:47 am
ICE agents shoot and wound man during arrest attempt in central California

Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez, is wanted in El Salvador for questioning in connection to a murder

9 Apr 2026 8:44 am
Futuristic transport wont solve current problems

While access to the BKC stretch from the Bandra East Railway station promises to get easier, this is still two years in the pipeline

9 Apr 2026 8:36 am
Take a bow, my teammate!

Seeing Ravi Shastris name on a Wankhede Stadium stand will fill me with pride, because it reminds me that in cricket, as in life, attitude and courage will always find their place

9 Apr 2026 8:35 am
Five children die from mysterious illness in Rajasthans Salumber

The children, aged between two and four years, reportedly developed symptoms such as fever and vomiting and died within 24 hours, health officials said

9 Apr 2026 8:31 am
Mumbai Diary: Thursday Dossier

The city - sliced, diced and served with a dash of sauce

9 Apr 2026 8:28 am
Artemis II breaks distance record, images Earth from 406,771 km away

NASA released images of Earth captured from the Moons far side, marking a milestone in human spaceflight

9 Apr 2026 8:20 am
Horoscope today, April 9: Check astrological predictions for all zodiac signs

Wondering what`s in store for you today? Well, we`ve got you covered. Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Cancer, Leo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces

9 Apr 2026 2:39 am
Give up uranium or we`ll take it out: Pete Hegseth issues ultimatum to Iran

Pete Hegseth said Iran will give uranium to us voluntarily, but warned that if Tehran refuses, America could take action similar to last summers strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. We reserve that opportunity, Hegseth said

8 Apr 2026 8:07 pm
PM Modi hails cabinet nod to Jaipur Metro Phase 2 and key infra projects

Narendra Modi welcomed key Union Cabinet decisions, including approval of Jaipur Metro Phase-2, two major hydroelectric projects in Arunachal Pradesh, and increased fertiliser subsidies

8 Apr 2026 7:43 pm
Congress questions Centre`s diplomacy over Pakistans role in US-Iran ceasefire

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh argued that Pakistans involvement in the ceasefire process undermines Indias long-standing policy of diplomatically isolating Pakistan over terrorism concerns in Jammu and Kashmir

8 Apr 2026 7:16 pm
Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers secure bail, likely to walk out of jail

Advocate Parag Rao, representing the Luthras, stated that Judicial Magistrate First Class (Mapusa) Jude Sequeira granted regular bail to the accused in the forgery matter. Rao confirmed that the brothers will soon be released from custody

8 Apr 2026 6:44 pm
Ukraine urges US to pressure Russia into ceasefire after US-Iran agreement

Ukraine has called on the United States to press Russia to end its invasion, citing the recent US-Iran ceasefire as an example of effective decisiveness. The Russia-Ukraine conflict, ongoing since February 2022, remains Europes deadliest since World War II

8 Apr 2026 4:59 pm
Centre rolls out new LPG allocation formula to protect key industries

Under the new policy, bulk LPG supplies will be prioritised for a wide range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, food processing, agriculture, polymers, packaging, paints, steel, ceramics, glass, and aerosols

8 Apr 2026 4:27 pm
EAM Jaishankar to visit Mauritius and UAE to review bilateral and strategic ties

In Mauritius, he will attend the 9th Indian Ocean Conference, while in the UAE, he will strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The conference will focus on maritime security, economic development, environmental sustainability, and evolving geopolitics

8 Apr 2026 4:18 pm
Iran did not want this war: Representative of Iran`s Supreme Leader in India

Speaking in an interview, Ilahi alleged that the United States carried out over 10,000 attacks on Iran, primarily targeting its air defence systems and missile infrastructure

8 Apr 2026 4:18 pm
Mamata Banerjee vows fresh legal battle against voter deletions in West Bengal

According to official data, more than 90.83 lakh names have been removed from the voter list following the revision process. The deletions account for approximately 11.85 per cent of the total electorate, which stood at 7.66 crore in October 2025

8 Apr 2026 3:57 pm
IMD issues alert for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, predicts hot weather on April 10-11

The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad, forecasting hot and humid conditions with rising temperatures on April 10 and April 11. Ratnagiri will also remain under a yellow alert on April 11

8 Apr 2026 3:30 pm
CAG flags massive backlog in PSU and autonomous body accounts in Jammu-Kashmir

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India flagged a major backlog in financial accounts of PSUs and autonomous bodies in Jammu and Kashmir, with many pending for up to 12 to 14 years

8 Apr 2026 3:11 pm
TMC allege `get lost` remark; EC counters with misconduct claims during meeting

TMC Rajya Sabha MP Derek O`Brien claimed that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar asked the delegation to get lost at the end of the meeting

8 Apr 2026 3:09 pm
India welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, calls for lasting peace

In an official statement, posted on X, MEA emphasised the need to ensure uninterrupted navigation and smooth flow of commerce through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route

8 Apr 2026 2:24 pm
Manipur: Situation tense yet under control after violence over Bishnupur bombing

Tension persists but calm remains across parts of Manipur after a bomb attack in Bishnupur killed two children, triggering protests and clashes with security forces. Authorities imposed curfew, internet suspension and heavy deployment to control the situation

8 Apr 2026 2:20 pm
PM Mitsotakis announces strict curbs on social media access for children

Greece will prohibit children under 15 from accessing social media starting January 1, 2027, in a move aimed at addressing online safety and digital wellbeing concerns

8 Apr 2026 2:15 pm
INS Trikand visits Mombasa for joint engagements with Kenya

The port call coincides with the visit of Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command, to Kenya, an official statement said

8 Apr 2026 2:13 pm
Israel backs US-Iran ceasefire; excludes operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israel said that the military action against Hezbollah will continue, particularly in southern Lebanon and other strongholds, to prevent attacks on northern Israel

8 Apr 2026 1:50 pm
Ceasefire without nuclear agreement is `hoax,` says ex-MoS MJ Akbar

MJ Akbar, former Union MoS for External Affairs, says Irans nuclear program is central to the US-Iran conflict, calling any ceasefire without agreement on it a political hoax

8 Apr 2026 1:35 pm
West Bengal CM files papers from Bhabanipur, reflects areas identity

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee filed her nomination from Bhabanipur, with a proposer list representing multiple communities, underscoring the constituencys diverse and cosmopolitan character

8 Apr 2026 1:15 pm
Trump says moment could mark new `Golden Age` for Mideast

Donald Trump hailed the ceasefire with Iran as a turning point for the Middle East, suggesting it could usher in a Golden Age while signalling US involvement in ensuring stability and secure energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz

8 Apr 2026 12:38 pm
Sergio Gor highlights push for stronger India-US partnership after meeting Trump

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said he discussed ways to build a stronger future for India-US relations during a meeting with President Donald Trump, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts and global developments

8 Apr 2026 12:27 pm
Airline shares rally on oil price drop after US-Iran ceasefire boost

Aviation stocks surged sharply with IndiGo leading gains, as falling crude oil prices following the US-Iran ceasefire improved cost outlook and boosted investor sentiment. The stock of SpiceJet also jumped 4.99 per cent to reach its upper circuit limit of Rs 11.14

8 Apr 2026 12:06 pm
48-year-old real estate agent arrested for grabbing, selling land in Palghar

The accused, Surendra Pratap Singh, alias Randha, allegedly took possession of 210 gunthas (nearly 5.25 acres) of land belonging to the complainant in Rajavali village between 2020 and 2025, an official said

8 Apr 2026 12:02 pm
North Korea launches another ballistic missile after mocking Seouls outreach

North Korea fired another ballistic missile toward its eastern waters shortly after multiple launches earlier in the day, further escalating tensions and dampening hopes of improved ties with South Korea

8 Apr 2026 12:01 pm
Siddheshwar Express completes 50 years of service between Solapur and Mumbai

Launched on April 8, 1976, Siddheshwar Express was introduced as a dedicated overnight service between the two cities. Over the decades, it has evolved into a key rail link for thousands of daily commuters, business travellers and pilgrims, strengthening socio-economic ties between Solapur and the state capital

8 Apr 2026 11:35 am
Donald Trump announces two-week ceasefire; says Iran had enough

US President Donald Trump termed the Iran ceasefire a big day for world peace, saying Tehran is ready to rebuild after weeks of conflict. The conditional two-week pause, linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, has eased global tensions and raised hopes of a broader peace deal

8 Apr 2026 11:25 am