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Union Minister and North Mumbai MP Piyush Goyal reviewed the progress of several major infrastructure projects in Mumbai, including the Coastal Road, proposed desalination plant, Madh-Versova Bridge and other connectivity initiatives
Police examined CCTV footage from several locations, which showed the suspect carrying the baby towards Thane. Based on the CCTV trail, the accused was traced and the baby was rescued
Speaking at an event on Saturday, Raj Thackeray said several business leaders and professionals had moved to foreign countries and questioned why those who believe India is progressing under the current government choose to settle overseas
The vessel departed from Surabaya, East Java, for Makassar on Sulawesi Island on Sunday morning, according to the Surabaya Search and Rescue Office. The National Search and Rescue Agency said the operation was temporarily closed after a 10-day search yielded no new leads, despite all designated search areas being thoroughly covered
Raj Thackeray had alleged that around Rs 18 crore in donations were being siphoned off annually from the Siddhivinayak Temple. He also claimed that large-scale financial irregularities had taken place at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya
The discovery confirms the presence of one of the world's rarest and most elusive predators in the sanctuary, often referred to as the Ghost of the Mountains because of its ability to move
The redevelopment project aims to improve passenger facilities, increase operational capacity and strengthen the suburban rail network in the Mumbai region
The Raja Ratha service features fully air-conditioned sleeper berths along with modern passenger amenities designed to make long-distance travel more comfortable, an official statement said
Under the partnership, IRCTC will introduce specially designed Maharashtra Wildlife Tourism Packages that will include confirmed train travel, accommodation, local transport and assured wildlife safari permits
According to Axios, the Saudi Crown Prince conveyed his concerns during a phone call with Trump on Saturday, urging him to pursue de-escalation rather than launch a major military offensive against Iran
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said the commitment of India's youth to eliminating drug abuse would help lay the foundation for a developed nation
Core members have also been asked to engage with volunteers and students, gather their views and suggestions, and present their feedback during the strategy meeting
The donated heart will be transplanted into a patient currently admitted at the hospital. This upcoming surgery will mark the 78th successful transplant conducted at U N Mehta Hospital
Speaking at the inauguration of the AI Centre of Competency powered by NVIDIA at Ramdeobaba University in Nagpur, CM Fadnavis said universities should focus on creating industry-ready professionals rather than simply awarding degrees
The embassies advised US citizens in the Middle East to exercise caution and heightened vigilance and to be prepared for flight cancellations, periodic airspace closures, and potential travel disruptions
BJP leader Piyush Goyal claimed Rahul Gandhi feels threatened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's growing popularity among young voters. He said Gen Z continues to support the BJP and defended the Centre's handling of examination paper leaks while criticising the Opposition for opposing the anti-paper leak law
The Indian Navy launched DSC A24, the fifth vessel under its indigenous Diving Support Craft project, at Titagarh Rail Systems in Kolkata. Built under the Make in India initiative, the advanced vessel is equipped with state-of-the-art diving systems to strengthen the Navy's offshore operational capabilities
In talks with his Saudi counterpart, Araghchi warned that any hostile US or Israeli action, as well as any regional support for it, would draw a firm, proportionate response from Iran's armed forces, it added
Afghan security forces seized 24 assault rifles after foiling an alleged cross-border arms smuggling attempt at the Torkham border crossing in Nangarhar province. Officials said the weapons were concealed inside a vehicle carrying Afghan returnees as part of a wider crackdown on illegal arms trafficking
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung arrived in Frankfurt, the final stop of his five-nation tour, where he is scheduled to meet members of the Korean community before returning to Seoul. The trip included visits to Brazil, Chile and Argentina, with a focus on AI, critical minerals, energy cooperation and trade
India is well positioned to benefit from the deepening US-Israel defence technology partnership, according to a report. With strong strategic ties to both countries through initiatives such as iCET, INDUS-X and defence cooperation with Israel, New Delhi could gain access to cutting-edge military technologies
US President Donald Trump said Washington has suspended a planned military strike on Iran after Tehran and several Middle Eastern countries sought time for diplomacy. Trump claimed the framework of a deal
As Assam's flood death toll rose to 80 and nearly 1.92 lakh people remained affected, the Lok Janshakti Party (Ramvilas) launched a large-scale relief operation in Sivasagar. The party said it aims to provide food to 15,000 people daily for 10 days and will also set up medical camps in the flood-hit region
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyaan' and said hostile nations are pushing drugs into India as part of a terror agenda to target the youth. He urged young people to stay away from addiction and help build a developed India by 2047
MSETCL has begun upgrading the 220 kV Padgha-Pal transmission line to strengthen electricity supply across Kalyan, Dombivli, Ulhasnagar, Ambernath and Badlapur. The month-long project will continue until August 26, with officials warning of possible temporary outages if the alternate line develops faults
The Delhi High Court has transferred Special Judge Anu Grover Baliga from the designated fast-track court handling paper leak cases just a week after her appointment. Special Judge Ajay Gupta will now hear the NEET paper leak case, including the CBI chargesheet and bail pleas of the accused
Maharashtra PWD Minister Shivendrasinh Bhonsle has directed officials to expedite repairs of rain-damaged roads across Palghar after inspecting key routes. He also reviewed ongoing infrastructure projects and instructed officials to maintain quality standards, meet deadlines and prioritise public safety
A rehabilitated Indian vulture has flown more than 1,618 km in 56 days after being released into the wild in Maharashtra, according to BNHS. Satellite tracking confirmed the critically endangered bird successfully adapted to life in the wild, feeding alongside wild vultures and surviving heavy monsoon conditions
Mumbai is likely to witness a partly cloudy sky with light to moderate rainfall on Sunday, the IMD said. The BMC has cautioned residents about afternoon high tide and possible waterlogging. Meanwhile, the city's seven lakes supplying drinking water are 89.08 per cent full, ensuring a comfortable water stock
Heavy rain continued to wreak havoc across Kerala, claiming eight lives, leaving eight people missing and injuring 13 others. Nearly 5,800 people have been moved to 209 relief camps as flooding, landslides and waterlogging damaged homes and disrupted normal life, even as authorities remain on high alert
A copy of Antiquities of Athens from 1858 has been returned to Australia's Kiama Library around 150 years after it was borrowed. The rare book was discovered inside a sealed fireplace during a home renovation, making it the library's oldest overdue return on record
Mumbai's seven lakes supplying drinking water held 12.89 lakh million litres of water, reaching 89.08% of their live storage capacity on August 2. Four reservoirs continue to overflow, while Modak Sagar and Vihar remain full. Upper Vaitarna recorded the highest rainfall in the last 24 hours
As Maharashtra battled flooding, landslides and transport disruption, Nashik was already preparing for extreme rainfall using AI-powered Bharat Forecast System (BharatFS) alerts. In an exclusive interview with mid-day, Nashik Collector Ayush Prasad explains how hyperlocal forecasting, advance planning and rapid response helped the district
After the demoralising collapse of 36 all out in the first Test of the 2021 series Down Under, it was Ajinkya along with Ravi Shastri who picked the team from the dumps. He took over a ship that was ready to sink and not only sailed it into calmer waters but also gave India a first win at Australias fortress The Gabba
Ratatouilles dad, Chuha Rastogi, had always wanted to get into catering but had a series of flops. Ratatouille said, Startups are the way to go, no real estate needed.
Order is not the natural state. It has to be made and defended, constantly, by someone who knows how.
US President Donald Trump warned Iran of further military strikes as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz escalated. The warning came after fresh Iranian drone attacks, a tanker strike in the strategic waterway and renewed fighting in Gaza, with the White House accusing Tehran of targeting commercial ships and American troops
A Sri Lankan court has sentenced former police chief Pujith Jayasundara and former Defence Ministry official Hemasiri Fernando to death for criminal negligence over the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings. The coordinated attacks on churches and hotels killed more than 260 people and remain among the country's deadliest terror attacks
Padma Vibhushan awardee and renowned Indian violin maestro L Subramaniam has been conferred Sri Lanka's highest state honour for his outstanding contribution to Indian classical music and the Global Fusion genre. The veteran musician called the recognition a profound and emotional honour, recalling his childhood connection with Sri Lanka
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah condemned the terror attack in Kulgam that killed two migrant workers from Chhattisgarh, saying no compensation could undo the families' loss
AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal has demanded that fuel stations offer consumers the option of choosing between regular petrol and E20 fuel. Questioning the Centre's claims on E20's impact on vehicles, he also announced a march to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence on August 4 to submit petitions
A Special POCSO Court in Mumbai has cancelled the anticipatory bail of a 30-year-old rape accused after he allegedly violated bail conditions by uploading photographs of the complainant on social media. The court termed the act a gross violation of its bail order and revoked the relief granted in the 2023 Chembur case
India has approved the manufacture of QDENGA, the world's first widely approved dengue vaccine, marking a major milestone in the fight against the disease. While experts have welcomed the move, they say the vaccine is unlikely to reach the public before next year's monsoon as manufacturing, pricing and rollout plans are still being finalised
Tamhini Ghat has recorded more than 5,500 mm of rainfall in the past two months, emerging as one of Maharashtra's wettest locations this monsoon. Heavy rain triggered flooding, dam water releases, rescue operations and structural damage across Pune, even as the IMD said rainfall intensity is expected to gradually ease
Alleging that Maharashtra has not received its fair share despite contributing 22 per cent equity to the Konkan Railway project, the Konkan Railway Passenger Service Committee has announced a token hunger strike at the railway's Belapur headquarters on August 15
Mumbai Police arrested a 42-year-old man who had been absconding for nearly two decades in a rape and kidnapping case registered at Vinoba Bhave Nagar police station. The accused, who allegedly changed his identity and moved across cities to evade arrest, was traced to Chakan in Pune district after a fresh surveillance-led operation
A SRs 10 lakh cash withdrawal at a Borivli bank led Mumbai Police to an alleged interstate cyber fraud network operating mule bank accounts for online criminals. Seven accused were arrested in the operation, while investigators uncovered links to cyber crime cases registered across multiple states
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Mumbai Police have arrested a 33-year-old habitual offender and alleged chain-snatcher after seizing MD drugs worth Rs 1.05 lakh from his possession in Borivali East. Police said the accused allegedly changed delivery agents frequently to evade arrest before being caught during a trap