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The airlines have announced flexible rebooking options and full refunds for eligible passengers affected by the cancellations. The concessions apply to passengers with confirmed bookings issued on or before October 24, 2026
The inspections covered several divisions, including Mumbai, Konkan, Pune, Nashik, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Nagpur. Officials reported suspected adulteration, substandard food products, incorrect labelling and violations of food safety requirements at multiple establishments
Shrikant Shinde, son of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, said he was also trying to establish who had allegedly been given the money mentioned in the recording
Jarange also called for Shiv Sena leader Ramdas Kadam to be questioned about the recording, asking how he obtained it and why it surfaced only now if it dated back to October 14, 2024, ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections
A fire broke out inside the ladies coach of a Central Railway local train travelling from Dadar to Badlapur on Saturday afternoon after a power bank reportedly exploded inside a passengers bag
French police arrested 135 people and fired tear gas as nationwide protests over living costs continued, prompting the deployment of 70,000 security personnel. Demonstrators also opposed restrictions on rallies, while anti-Le Pen marches highlighted rising political tensions ahead of elections
According to police sources, the SIT is completing the legal formalities required to invoke the stringent anti-organised crime law. Five accused have been arrested in connection with the murder
The purported recording allegedly refers to a Rs 500 crore payment to Jarange through Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde, son of Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde
Bhide highlighted the importance of coordinating transport infrastructure with urban development to improve mobility and ensure sustainable growth in cities
Around 250,000 people marched through Madrid demanding safeguards for Spains state pension system ahead of the November 29 election. The rally comes amid a political dispute over inflation-linked pension increases, privatisation concerns and the rising cost of living
According to the schedule approved by the Highway Police, vehicles travelling towards Mumbai will be stopped from 10 am to 11 am, 1 pm to 2 pm, and 4 pm to 5 pm each day
The rally was flagged off at 10 am in front of the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) building at Nariman Point, along Marine Drive. The initiative aims to promote national integration and raise awareness about the harmful effects of narcotic substances
In a letter to Pune Municipal Commissioner Naval Kishore Ram, Sajag Nagrik Manch president Vivek Velankar questioned the delay in implementing the system, which the civic body had announced six months ago to curb black-market sales, prevent malpractice, and ensure transparency in water distribution
Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde said teachers played a crucial role in building the countrys intellectual and moral foundation and preparing future generations to contribute to society
The testing was carried out as part of the railway zones routine water quality monitoring programme, which aims to check the safety of drinking water supplied at railway premises and support hygiene standards for passengers and employees
The incident took place aboard Train No. 22209, the Mumbai CentralHazrat Nizamuddin Duronto Express, when Deputy Chief Ticket Inspector Muthu Kumar noticed the boy during his duty
Jamia Millia Islamia has shifted all classes online until further notice as student protests enter their 13th day. Students on hunger strike are demanding the restoration of JMISU and the removal of the Chief Proctor, while AISA alleges a crackdown on protesters
The controversy erupted after Jarange released a purported audio recording on Thursday that allegedly referred to a Rs 500 crore payment to him through Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde, son of Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde
BJP leaders claimed the purported operation was intended to create a rift between the BJP, the Shiv Sena led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Jarange, while benefiting the Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT)
The Shramjivi Sanghatana announced the protest under the banner of the Samvidhan Hakka Sangharsh Morcha at a press conference on Saturday
According to the incident details, the fire broke out in the cabin of a Tata container truck bearing registration number NL 01 AK 0485. The driver, Shrikrishna Tadas, was travelling from Vasai to Pune, and the container was empty at the time of the incident
A village revenue official in Maharashtras Sindhudurg district was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a Rs 5,000 bribe to make an entry in a 7/12 land record extract, officials said
Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray has written to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis over a proposed AI data centre in a Thane residential area. He has questioned its location, flagged concerns over power consumption, noise, heat and security, and asked why it cannot be shifted to an MIDC industrial zone
The BMC said a case has been registered at Dharavi Police Station against a resident who allegedly submitted 24 Form 7 applications seeking changes to the draft electoral roll in one day, exceeding the prescribed daily limit of 10. The deadline for claims and objections is October 26
A Maoist couple identified as Mangal and Malati surrendered before Kolkata Police Commissioner Ajay Kumar Nand on Friday and handed over their weapons. The pair, originally from West Bengal and active in Jharkhand, carried a combined bounty of Rs 7 lakh
At least four women were injured on Friday after a clash broke out between police personnel and protesters over the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project in Arunachal Pradesh, prompting security forces to fire tear gas shells to disperse the mob
The Mumbai Crime Branch has recovered two firearms and 10 live cartridges from Surat in connection with the October 19 firing incident near Tiger Shroffs Juhu football turf. Investigators are also probing allegations that the shooters received real-time updates
Maharashtra ATS has arrested 33-year-old Mohammad Hasan Abu Sarmad Akhtar in Mumbais Mahim area over suspected links with the banned Jaish-e-Mohammed outfit. Investigators allege he used social media and Telegram to circulate inflammatory content
A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Vanuatu on Saturday, prompting a tsunami warning that was later lifted. Authorities had urged coastal residents to move to higher ground, while a second 6.3-magnitude quake and several aftershocks were reported
Delhi Police detained several protesters marching towards the Election Commission of India headquarters against the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. With Section 163 of the BNSS imposed, the People Against SIR collective has announced demonstrations across 88 cities in 18 states until November 1
Israeli forces shot dead two armed men near Hebron in the occupied West Bank on Friday after an alleged attack that left at least five people injured, some critically. Israel subsequently ordered a security cordon around Hebron and prepared for a wider West Bank closure
Mumbai is likely to record a maximum temperature of around 37C on October 24, with the IMD issuing a yellow alert for hot and humid conditions in isolated areas. The citys AQI stands at 112, while BKC records 155
A Class 9 girl was allegedly stabbed by her classmate on school premises in Pune district following a dispute over an Instagram video from a school trip. In a separate incident, a morning walker was killed in a Mercedes hit-and-run in Kalyan
The air show, organised to mark the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force, is showcasing the forces operational capabilities, technological strength and exceptional flying skills
US President Donald Trump has warned that American forces could launch fresh strikes on Iran if Tehran fails to reach an agreement with Washington. He claimed US military operations had weakened Iran and said the conflict could end through a deal or further action
India has become Europes third-largest arms exporter, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said, citing rising demand under the Rearm Europe initiative. Defence exports have reached a record Rs 38,424 crore, supported by a growing manufacturing ecosystem, while India explores joint ventures with European partners to expand market access
Man Utds poor on-field performances and Man Citys financial breach allegations have left both rival fanbases on an extremely rare common ground of gloom and anxiety over uncertainty
The investigation into the Tiger Shroff firing case has revealed similarities with the 2024 murder of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique. Police are examining alleged advance reconnaissance, three shooters, logistical support, escape arrangements and possible handler networks
Nearly a month after the Divyang Court directed the MN Banaji Industrial Home for the Blind in Jogeshwari to restart three programmes, 37 beneficiaries allege that services remain unavailable. They are demanding immediate action, citing existing infrastructure and a Rs 19 lakh government grant disbursed in 2022
A 17-year-old Std XII student from a South Mumbai school, Ansh Jalan, has developed FasalForward, a platform that compares mandi prices, forecasts crop prices for 30 days and helps farmers decide when to sell or hold their produce
The fatal shooting during an alleged wild boar hunt inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park has prompted intensified forest patrols and an independent search operation. Investigators have seized two firearms and recovered melted pellets
The BMC has replaced conventional road-cleaning equipment with 29 dust suction machines to curb road dust and air pollution in Mumbai. The civic body also reported progress in bakeries switching to cleaner fuels and recorded 231 days of good or satisfactory air quality till October 22
The Maharashtra FDA cancelled 29 licences and suspended 71 others after 937 inspections between October 5 and 17. The crackdown led to seizures worth Rs 28.52 lakh, action against unlicensed drug sales and cosmetic manufacturing, and two arrests in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Amid rising air pollution concerns and the Bombay High Courts firecracker ban, the BMC Education Department has launched a firecracker-free Diwali campaign across Mumbai schools. Students will take pledges, while schools organise poster, video, reel and slogan competitions
A blue water bottle and a Rs 20 UPI transaction helped Vakola police crack a chain-snatching case involving a pregnant woman in Santacruz East. After examining footage from 200300 CCTV cameras, investigators traced the accused to Silvassa, where the 22-year-old man was arrested
Mumbai and Navi Mumbai were placed on high alert after bomb threat emails targeted Mayor Ritu Tawdes office, Amitabh Bachchans Juhu residence, Diljit Dosanjhs concert venue and VIBGYOR schools. Students were sent home early as police conducted precautionary checks and launched an investigation
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The Enforcement Directorate has filed an FIR after alleged trespassing at a Thane West flat attached in a money laundering investigation linked to Iqbal Kaskar. The agency restored possession after alleged lock tampering and removal of a possession notice
The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia has shared medical updates on Indian nationals injured in attacks in Dammam, Riyadh and Shaybah. It also urged Indians to follow local laws and avoid photographing or sharing visuals of interceptions and impact sites