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In a statement issued on Thursday, BEST outlined several measures adopted to prevent accidents involving its own buses and those operated by wet-lease contractors

According to Indias National Centre for Seismology (NCS), the earthquake occurred at a depth of 173 kilometres below the Earths surface. The epicentre was approximately 400 kilometres from Lhasa, the Tibetan capital

The policy is aimed at addressing evolving industrial demands and developing investor-friendly infrastructure. It includes plans to establish a large chemical industrial hub in the Vadhavan Port region of Palghar district

The blocks will be operated from 2.10 am to 3.55 am on each night on the UP and DOWN North-East (NE) lines. The work involves shifting and dismantling 110 kV high-tension towers that currently infringe on the alignment of the proposed Kalyan-Kasara third railway line

Dahanu recorded the highest maximum temperature in the Konkan-Goa region at 38.5 degrees Celsius, 4.8 degrees above normal. Mumbai followed with 37.5 degrees Celsius, four degrees above normal, while Ratnagiri recorded 37.3 degrees Celsius, 4.4 degrees above normal

The FDA has suspended the licences of nine establishments in Mumbai with immediate effect following inspections conducted on Wednesday and Thursday. The action followed alleged violations of Schedule 4 of the Food Safety Regulations, 2011

During the conversation, the two leaders reviewed the sustained momentum in bilateral ties and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the partnership between India and Israel. They also exchanged views on recent developments in West Asia

The health and agriculture ministries said in a joint statement that no risk to the general public had been identified so far. They described the infection as an exceptional case involving a patient who was severely immunocompromised and had been hospitalised for a serious medical condition

The probe is being conducted under the guidance of Pune Conservator of Forests Ashish Thakare and Deputy Conservator of Forests Abhijit Vaikos, officials said

Sion bridge reopened four months ahead of schedule; Vidyavihar crossing travel time reduced from 30 minutes to 10 minutes, says mayor

Purnekar, the Shiv Sena (UBT) Manpada ward chief, was killed on September 29. He was allegedly shot at before being attacked with sharp weapons. Five accused have been arrested in connection with the case so far

The audited accounts, prepared by statutory auditor Sandeep Vyas & Company, Chartered Accountants, were placed before the Senate under Section 29(g) of the Maharashtra Public Universities Act, 2016

Under the 28-point guidelines, construction sites must be enclosed with green cloth, jute sheets or tarpaulin to limit the spread of dust. Structures being demolished must be covered from top to bottom, with continuous water spraying during demolition

The agreement aims to promote the sustainable use of fly ash while supporting infrastructure development and reducing the environmental risks associated with its long-term storage

Citing preliminary information, Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree said the Yemeni Armed Forces were attempting to rescue those aboard the yacht and would provide further details later. He further alleged that the incident threatened international navigation in the Red Sea

The case pertains to an organised network involved in recruiting financially vulnerable women for human egg donation and supplying them to various in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) centres and assisted reproductive technology (ART) banks through donor-supply agents operating under different proprietorships

Four accused were initially detained on October 20 by Delhi Police's Special Cell and later brought to Mumbai. They were produced before Esplanade Court on Thursday

Harshwardhan Sapkal alleged that law and order had deteriorated in Maharashtra and accused the BJP-led Mahayuti government of failing to curb organised crime and gang-related violence. He questioned whether the BJP-led Mahayuti government had given the Bishnoi gang a free hand in Maharashtra

The Mumbai Crime Branch was not investigating hotel bookings and the movements of two accused who allegedly opened fire at actor Tiger Shroffs car outside a turf ground in Juhu

The four accused were initially detained on October 20 by Delhi Police's Special Cell and later brought to Mumbai. The were produced before Mumbai's Esplanade Court on Thursday

Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) has cautioned residents that water supply may be available at reduced pressure for one to two days after the shutdown ends

Our intention is not to engage in hollow politics. We have maintained an attitude of cooperation because this is a time when humanity matters, Sule said

Nanded Collector issued the directions during an inspection of units in Nandeds Krishnur industrial area on Wednesday evening, according to a district administration release

The case dates back to January 14, 1998, when the station master alerted the Dombivli railway police about a body lying on the tracks between Dombivli and Kopar stations in Thane district

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio departed India on Thursday, saying his visit advanced economic and strategic priorities. His Mumbai engagements included talks with S Jaishankar on the India-US strategic partnership and trade deal, amid efforts to strengthen energy cooperation

The event covers the procedural, investigative, forensic and judicial aspects of India's new criminal laws, with particular emphasis on the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), officials said

The two leaders agreed to work towards doubling bilateral trade by 2030 and underscored the importance of the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Modi and Tusk also discussed regional and global developments

Cockroach Janta Party leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka and Ajinkya Shinde have sought more time to appear before the Delhi Police Crime Branch in the Jantar Mantar trespassing case. Police are expected to issue fresh summons after Das and Ranka were released from Tihar Jail

The Republic of Singapore Navy ship RSS Supreme arrived in Visakhapatnam on October 21 to take part in the exercise. The opening ceremony was held aboard Indian Navy ships INS Nilgiri and INS Kamorta

The incident took place on Wednesday night. The embassy said Saudi authorities had informed it that two people were killed in the attack, including one Indian national, while two Indian nationals sustained injuries

The explainer breaks down the eMudhra security incident, how weak cryptographic keys affected eight digital certificates, why Google and Mozilla took action, and what the flaw could mean for website authentication and online security

Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik on Thursday warned MSRTC department controllers they will be held accountable for unclean toilets and orders regular inspections at bus stations

Russia and Ukraine exchanged overnight attacks, killing seven people in Ukraine and injuring others, including 15 in Kyiv. The strikes came after US envoy Steve Witkoff met Vladimir Putin. Moscow signalled openness to resuming trilateral talks with Washington and Kyiv in mid-November

Typhoon Champi is approaching Taiwan, bringing winds of up to 213 kph, heavy rainfall and waves exceeding six metres. Over 150 flights were cancelled in Taiwan, while Japan cancelled more than 110. China has issued a flood emergency response as authorities prepare for torrential rain and flash flooding

According to a weather bulletin, Mumbai, Thane, Palghar and Raigad during the initial days of its district-wise weather forecast, valid from October 22 to 26, 2026

Dosanjh, one of India's prominent singers and performers, has a large fan following, with his live shows attracting audiences across the country and abroad

A video accompanying the post shows Sonia Gandhi receiving copies of the book and sharing sweets with her daughter, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. The two are also seen embracing as they mark the occasion

A dispute over vehicle washing amid water shortages left seven people injured at a housing society in Punes Charholi. An autorickshaw driver and residents filed cross-complaints, prompting Alandi police to register two cases as the investigation continues

The controversy erupted after Raihan alleged that the Bikaner House administration ordered the removal of more than 70 photographs from his solo exhibition, No Idea Is Final, hours before it opened on Wednesday

An Indian national was injured at Saudi Arabias Shaybah oilfield after air defences intercepted a drone targeting the facility. Falling shrapnel killed two residents and injured two others. The Indian Embassy in Riyadh is coordinating with Saudi authorities and providing assistance

Ghanas Ministry of Health said on October 21 that the measures were aimed at preventing the importation of Ebola, improving early detection and ensuring a prompt response to suspected cases. Ghana has not reported any Ebola cases so far

A fire broke out at an imitation jewellery shop in Third Bhoiwada, Bhuleshwar, Mumbai, around 10:30 am on Thursday, October 22. The BMC Fire Brigade and BEST reached the spot, with electricity supply disconnected as a precautionary measure

A Bijnor SHO in Uttar Pradesh was suspended after allegedly posting an obscene video in an official police WhatsApp group. Superintendent of Police K K Bishnoi ordered an inquiry, and statements were recorded from police personnel. Departmental proceedings against the officer are underway

Delhi recorded an AQI of 226 on Thursday, remaining in the poor category after reaching a seasonal high of 245 on Wednesday. GRAP Stage I measures were invoked across Delhi-NCR. The IMD forecast clear skies, with temperatures ranging from 19.7C to 32C

The seized gold consists of 24-carat foreign-origin bars. Officials seized the consignment under the provisions of the Customs Act, 1962, and arrested all five accused

The DRIs Mumbai Zonal Unit intercepted the passenger on October 20, 2026, following specific intelligence about a suspected drug-smuggling attempt. The cocaine recovered from her was valued at approximately Rs 1 crore in the international illicit market

Pope Leo will require no further cancer treatment after surgery to remove part of his right lung, the Vatican said. Tests confirmed that the adenocarcinoma was localised and had not spread, while doctors said there was no clinical reason to prevent his planned November trip to South America

In an editorial published in its party mouthpiece, Saamana, the Uddhav Thackeray-led faction accused the RSS leadership of overlooking public grievances and indirectly supporting a government that it said had created serious challenges for the country

Indian certification authority eMudhra has reported the compromise of private keys linked to eight intermediate certificates, including six TLS and two code-signing certificates, according to CERT-In. The company said the incident affected a small part of its global TLS business

Police in Nanded filed a chargesheet within 48 hours against two men accused of assaulting and molesting a woman following a family dispute. In a separate incident, an 18-year-old was arrested after allegedly assaulting a 17-year-old girl outside a garba pandal in Nalasopara