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CJP protest: Delhi Police urges people to stay away from October 10 gathering

Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Shrishti Pandey said protests were not permitted at Jantar Mantar or any other location while the restrictions remained in force. She warned that unauthorised gatherings would invite legal action

9 Oct 2026 9:55 am
Imposing emergency: Aaditya Thackeray slams curbs on October 10 Delhi protest

Aaditya Thackeray responded to remarks by Delhi Police Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Shrishti Pandey regarding the proposed protest organised by the CJP

9 Oct 2026 9:53 am
West Bengal bypolls: BJP leads in Nandigram and Rejinagar

BJP was leading in the Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly bypolls in early counting trends on Friday. Hasirani Rath was ahead in Nandigram, while Sakharav Sarkar led in Rejinagar as postal ballots were counted following polling on October 6

9 Oct 2026 9:47 am
Nana Patekar death: Panaji Police registers Unnatural Death (UD) case

Panaji Police has registered an unnatural death case following the reported death of veteran actor Nana Patekar at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa

9 Oct 2026 9:35 am
There's a new Bengaluru-led dining space in Mumbai; here's all you need to know

With their first outlet in Mumbai, a chain introduces the Darshini-style of dining, a key facet of Bengalurus QSR ecosystem, to Juhu

9 Oct 2026 9:10 am
Delhi liquor shops shut for two days ahead of CJP protest

The Abhijeet Dipke-led CJP movement has planned protests across the nation over a number of days

9 Oct 2026 9:02 am
JD Vance says US wants elite talent, not H-1B worker replacements

The Vice-President also defended the administration's decision to impose an additional fee on H-1B applications

9 Oct 2026 8:59 am
IMD issues heatwave alert for Mumbai temperature likely to touch 37 degrees

Mumbai is likely to experience intense heat on Friday, October 9, with the IMD issuing a yellow alert for heatwave conditions in isolated pockets of the city and surrounding areas. The maximum temperature is expected to reach 37C, after the island city recorded 37.6C in the past 24 hours

9 Oct 2026 8:57 am
US Congress to honour Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for bravery

The Congressman also drew attention to the families whose loved ones survived the incident

9 Oct 2026 8:54 am
EAM S Jaishankar arrives in Ethiopia to advance strategic partnership

In an earlier statement, the MEA said EAM Jaishankar would hold bilateral meeting with his counterpart to review close ties of friendship and cooperation

9 Oct 2026 8:49 am
Bypoll counting begins across six seats in four regions

The contests carry considerable political significance for TVK, which came to power after winning 108 seats in the Assembly election, short of the 118 required for a majority

9 Oct 2026 8:45 am
Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar recovering well after surgery, MEA says

Our Embassy in the UAE has been in regular touch with his family, his doctors, and hospital and local authorities there, so as to get the latest update about his health, said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal

9 Oct 2026 8:34 am
France protests disrupt hundreds of schools, police use tear gas

The Helene Boucher Lycee has been a flashpoint for clashes in the French capital, and is one of hundreds of schools disrupted by protesters Thursday

9 Oct 2026 8:30 am
PM Modi seeks global framework to tackle cyber fraud and deepfakes

The PM said that India has gained considerable experience in tackling cyberfrauds and is ready to share its learnings with the world

9 Oct 2026 8:26 am
Pakistan reaches preliminary USD 1.2 billion deal with IMF

The money includes $1 billion under the IMFs main loan programme and another $210 million under a separate programme aimed at helping Pakistan become more resilient to climate and other long-term risks

9 Oct 2026 8:23 am
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russian strike kills 25, injures 100 in Ukraine

It was a combined attack, involving ballistic and cruise missiles, Zelenskyy said. This is the kind of gift Putin gave himself for his birthday, Zelenskyy said

9 Oct 2026 8:18 am
Canada indefinitely bars assisted dying for mental illness alone

While there is not a perfect consensus on this issue, we believe this is the correct approach at this particular time, Fraser said

9 Oct 2026 8:14 am
US military told to prepare for possible renewed strikes on Iran, report says

Officials said renewed combat operations could take place before US midterm polls or Israeli elections

9 Oct 2026 8:12 am
UBE2N enzyme may help protect liver from fatty liver disease, study finds

Around 100 million in the US have nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, American Liver Foundation said

9 Oct 2026 8:09 am
Mumbai Diary: Friday Dossier

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

9 Oct 2026 8:06 am
ViRash and the optics of love

A lovey-dovey Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda interview has most netizens gushing. But can we really judge a couple by their captured chemistry and what they show the world on social media?

9 Oct 2026 8:03 am
Maharashtra: 3.7 magnitude earthquake recorded in Palghar district

A 3.7 magnitude tremor was recorded in Maharashtras coastal Palghar district at 7:16 pm on Thursday, with its epicentre in Talasari taluka at a depth of 7 km. No loss of life or property damage was reported, officials said

9 Oct 2026 8:02 am
Prevent tourists from being fleeced at scenic spots

Scenic spots and historical landmarks are all very good, but it is amenities basics like a washroom and transport ease, besides safety, that will make this place a magnet.

9 Oct 2026 8:01 am
Maharashtra: Palghar forest guard alleges threat over mangrove removal video

Palghar official accused of asking guard to delete footage allegedly showing staffer removing mangrove saplings

9 Oct 2026 7:58 am
Maharashtra: Rare white wolf spotted in Dhule grasslands

Rare white predator sighted in Dhule grasslands, sparking scientific interest in its unusual appearance

9 Oct 2026 7:54 am
Maharashtra: Nana Patekars water project made Dhondalgaon tanker-free

Decade after Patekar backed a water conservation project in Dhondalgaon, villagers say work changed farming, boosted dairy production, ended dependence on tankers

9 Oct 2026 7:50 am
Nana Patekar accorded state funeral, says Maharashtra minister

Actors mortal remains reached Pune on Thursday night, where his final darshan was held before the last rites at his farmhouse; state funeral accorded

9 Oct 2026 7:45 am
Mumbai: Seven cylinders explode in fire at Mulund East labour camp

According to officials, all the workers were evacuated safely, and no casualties were reported

9 Oct 2026 7:40 am
Man arrested for Navi Mumbai airport wire theft dies in custody

38-year-old arrested for allegedly stealing electrical wires suffers medical emergency inside NRI Coastal police station lock-up

9 Oct 2026 7:37 am
MahaREAT vacancy raises concerns over over 1,000 appeals pending

Watchdog Foundation flags vacancy of Judicial Members post and seeks urgent appointment, saying many appeals involving homebuyers, developers pending

9 Oct 2026 7:32 am
Mumbai to host World Hindu Congress and inaugural World Hindu Expo in December

Unity, entrepreneurial edge and spiritual perspective take centre stage at announcement of upcoming World Hindu Congress in Mumbai

9 Oct 2026 7:25 am
Mumbai gets first heatwave alert as mercury is set to hit 38 degree Celsius

Temperatures expected to climb to 38C on Friday, prompting the IMD to issue its first heat wave warning of the season for city and suburbs. We tell you how to cope

9 Oct 2026 7:18 am
Mumbai: Sion station's dark platform raises safety fears after chain snatching

Chain-snatching incident highlights urgent need for illumination; commuters say temporary lights arent enought

9 Oct 2026 7:12 am
Horoscope today, October 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

9 Oct 2026 2:02 am
Five injured after gas leak triggers flare-up at IIT-Bombay hostel

The incident was reported at 10.24 pm from Hostel No 6 on the Powai campus. According to the press release, the incident was reported by Rajawadi Hospital, following which police and BMC ward staff were mobilised

8 Oct 2026 11:33 pm
US suspends green card route for Infosys, TCS, Wipro, HCL and 4 other firms

The action also covers Cognizant, Capgemini, Microsoft and Adobe. It prevents the companies from filing new permanent labour certification applications and halts the processing of pending applications under the programme

8 Oct 2026 11:14 pm
Delhi CJP protest: Liquor vends to remain shut on October 9 and 10

Delhi liquor shops will remain closed on October 9 and 10 ahead of the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar, with the Excise Department citing public order concerns and Delhi Police inputs amid plans for the demonstration

8 Oct 2026 10:43 pm
BMC orders digital payment facility at all Mumbai municipal dispensaries

During her visit to the UPHC at Malvani-2, Lavangare reviewed the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS) used for patient registration. She directed officials to introduce online payments to make the registration process more convenient for patients

8 Oct 2026 10:41 pm
You may not be able to pay your child's school bus fee using UPI from October 15

The School Bus Owners' Association, a state-wide organisation representing school bus operators, in a circular on Thursday, said that school bus fees will no longer be accepted through UPI from October 15

8 Oct 2026 10:38 pm
Mumbai's Ghatkopar sewage treatment plant to be completed by March 2027: BMC

The Mumbai sewage project is being developed under the Mumbai Sewage Disposal Project and will use Sequential Batch Reactor (SBR) technology to treat sewage. The treated water will be reused for various purposes, while the project is expected to help improve seawater quality

8 Oct 2026 9:58 pm
BMC chief Ashwini Bhide directs officials to step up malaria, dengue prevention

BMC chief Ashwini Bhide has directed officials in Mumbais G-South Ward to strengthen measures against malaria, dengue and other vector-borne diseases and expand awareness of ABHA and Ayushman Bharat cards

8 Oct 2026 9:38 pm
First heatwave warning issued for Mumbai, parts of Maharashtra

According to a weather bulletin, isolated pockets of Mumbai and Raigad were among the areas those were likely to experience heatwave conditions on Friday, October 9

8 Oct 2026 8:11 pm
Mumbais Barista, Sandy Da Dhaba among 21 eateries facing FDA action

In Mumbai, the establishments facing action include Barista Coffee Company Limited in Shivaji Park, Sandy Da Dhaba in Madh, Rajidi Retail in Bhandup Village, Food Hub cloud kitchen in Malad and Milkow's Dairy Products in Kandivali

8 Oct 2026 8:04 pm
Air India, Air India Express hike fuel surcharges from October 9

ATF prices have witnessed significant volatility in recent months, driven largely by geopolitical developments and sustained pressure on global energy markets. The latest increase in fuel prices has further raised operating costs for airlines

8 Oct 2026 7:54 pm
Margaret Hamilton, NASA software pioneer behind Apollo Moon mission, dies at 90

Margaret Hamilton, the pioneering computer scientist who led software development for NASA's Apollo lunar program, has died at 90. Her work helped make Apollo 11's Moon landing possible, earning her the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016

8 Oct 2026 7:20 pm
Mad Sandhu murder case: Amritsar Police arrest alleged main shooter in Ahmedabad

Amritsar Police arrested alleged main shooter Maninder alias Kaka Shooter, in social media influencer Mad Sandhu's killing. He was traced to Ahmedabad using CCTV and IT leads, while three others were also detained

8 Oct 2026 7:13 pm
Central Railway fines 20.47 lakh ticketless travellers, recovers Rs 159 crore

According to the railway, an average of 11,184 offenders were penalised and more than Rs 87 lakh was recovered daily during the period. The action comes as Central Railway has intensified checks against unauthorised and ticketless travel across its network

8 Oct 2026 7:12 pm
NHRC seeks report from Delhi Police over journalists' sexual harassment claims

Observing that the contents of the media report, if true, raise serious issues of human rights violations, the NHRC has issued a notice to the Delhi Police Commissioner, seeking a detailed report on the matter within two weeks

8 Oct 2026 6:36 pm
Daya Nayak pays tribute to Nana Patekar, actor who brought his story to screen

Nana Patekar's portrayal of police officer Sadhu Agashe in the 2004 Bollywood film Ab Tak Chhappan was inspired by Nayak's life and career. Years later, Nayak said the actor himself became an inspiration to him

8 Oct 2026 6:26 pm
Tripura Zoo celebrates birth of three tiger cubs, two male and one female

A tigress brought from West Bengal has given birth to three cubs at Tripura's Sepahijala Zoological Park. The two male and one female cubs are healthy and will remain under observation for a year before public viewing

8 Oct 2026 6:15 pm