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The combination of high temperatures and humidity could make conditions particularly uncomfortable, especially during the afternoon. The IMD has also warned of the possibility of heatwave conditions in parts of the region

A 19-year-old man, Alexandros Paporakis, has been charged in Illinois over an alleged plan to attack a Hindu temple. Authorities said his rifle reportedly jammed, while a co-workers tip led to his arrest and the recovery of weapons, ammunition and body armour

The reality of the public mandate cannot be altered by mere allegations, he said.

The Centre has defended suspending mobile internet services within a 4-km radius of Raisina Hill during the October 10 CJP protest, citing public order concerns. It denied wilful disobedience of Supreme Court directions and sought withdrawal of the contempt notice against Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan

Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has criticised US President Donald Trumps Russian diesel deal, arguing it could fund Moscows war in Ukraine without lowering fuel prices significantly. The dispute comes ahead of an October 18 sanctions deadline affecting major buyers of Russian oil

The 41-year-old singer said this is not the time to be silent and asked all the young patriots in India to stand up and peacefully protest the disruptive forces.

Wait till you see what we do to Iran. He claimed Irans nuclear ambitions had been buried under thousands of tonnes of rock.

The four-lane, 3-kilometre (1.8-mile) bridge will connect the northeastern Chinese city of Dandong to the North Korean city of Sinuiju.

ChatGPT maker discovered an audio recording device hidden inside a company conference room, according to a criminal complaint filed in federal court in San Francisco.

Mumbai has moved beyond its Hakka order. From Korean glass noodles to smoky Japanese udon, we found some delicious options you can slurp on

A doctor at Dindrud Primary Health Centre in Maharashtras Beed district was removed from his post after a viral video showed a labourer carrying his unconscious 11-year-old daughter on his shoulders. The family alleged staff demanded money for ambulance fuel

Dinesh Babu Manjrekar, 37, a resident of Navi Mumbai, was arrested on October 5, said Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime) Amarsingh Jadhav.

No injuries were reported in the incident, police said. They said further enquiry was underway.

The shooting is being investigated by a political killings task team, the South African Police Service said in a statement. Some victims were members of the youth league of the African National Congress party.

Their associate Ajinkya Shinde was bound down to maintain peace and good behaviour for six months and released on a personal bond and a surety of Rs 5000, they said.

Harish Gajwani was shot dead near the Ulhasnagar railway station complex in Thane district on Wednesday night, October 14. Unidentified assailants allegedly fired two bullets into his head in the Camp 4 area. Police suspect an old rivalry

Our report cited how the civic body stressed the importance of regular tree maintenance and adequate watering.

South Mumbai was, and probably still is, a go-to destination for book lovers. Pavement booksellers can still be spotted, but some favourite bookshops no longer exist

First fatal human-wildlife conflict in area; 52-year-old found dead in Navali forest, officials deploy patrol teams and traps to capture big cat

After destroying 93 modified motorcycle silencers, traffic police plan to crush around 450 more on October 20 at Kalamboli and Panvel

A fire broke out at three shophouses near Hill Crest Society on Ghodbunder Road in Thane West early Thursday. The blaze was extinguished by 5:30 am, with machinery and materials at Mateshwari 3D Art damaged. No injuries were reported

People gather outside IIT Bombays main gate as part of the Chalo IIT Bombay protest, continuing demonstrations over the death of 20-year-old student; parents hunger strike enters Day 13

During the investigation, police recovered more than 100 explicit video clips from Shaikhs mobile phone, with preliminary findings suggesting that some of the footage may have been distributed abroad.

Seven city residents have had to extend their stay in West Asian country after their return flight was cancelled; another Indian flier in Medina says his replacement ticket cost more than original and his flight was rescheduled twice in a day

More than half of respondents waited for over a year to get professional help

Three Dominos outlets among establishments facing action over hygiene lapses; state-wide raids seize unsafe food worth Rs 50.19 lakh

Maharashtra FDA steps up inspections, files 33 FIRs and arrests 14 people between June and September 2026

Experts say the new rules shift power to patients, but fine print on awards, agencies, and platforms will decide how far they bite

Doctors say constant fluctuation of temperatures and high humidity are responsible for rise in respiratory infections

Awaaz Foundation writes to chief minister to ensure restrictions are enforced ahead of festive season

Sion bridge and two vital connectors in the western suburbs GMLR and Vidyavihar bridges will be open to the public once the authorities finalise an opening date.

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Kenya has confirmed its second Ebola case, involving a 39-year-old family member of the first victim. Health authorities say there is no evidence of wider community transmission, while contact tracing and quarantine measures continue

The initiative, called the Blue Dot AI Economy, aims to match candidates skills with the workforce requirements of industries, particularly MSMEs, to streamline recruitment and improve employment opportunities

The Congress held a protest march in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, demanding Rs 1 lakh per hectare in aid for drought-hit farmers, a complete farm loan waiver and additional relief. Party leaders also criticised the Maharashtra government's Rs 5,000 Diwali assistance

Native exclusively to the Chel River basin in northern West Bengal, the species was first described in 1845 before virtually disappearing from scientific records for more than 80 years

Built by Larsen & Toubro Ltd under the Government of India's Make in India initiative, Samarthak is the first of four multi-purpose vessels being inducted into the Indian Navy. The commissioning marks another milestone in India's efforts to achieve self-reliance in defence manufacturing

The deceased, identified as Rajveer Khanderao Kale, was playing on a cement bench installed for public seating in the residential area at around 9.30 pm when it collapsed, leaving him seriously injured

Maharashtra has directed officials to restore defunct water supply schemes within 15 days and make tankers the last resort amid drought conditions. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule also announced plans for fodder banks and special SOPs for water and fodder management

As you all know, Saurabh and Aashu have been jailed simply for hoisting the Tricolour. So, I appeal to all patriots, to everyone who loves the Tricolour, to gather at Central Park, Connaught Place, on October 16 at 5 pm with the flag. We will hoist it there and demonstrate that waving the Tricolour is not a crime, Dipke said

Maharashtra Cyber helped rescue an elderly woman in Delhi from an ongoing digital arrest scam after tracing a suspicious Rs 14 lakh bank transfer while investigating a separate cyber fraud worth about Rs 3 crore in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

The inspections were conducted under the civic bodys Pedestrian First campaign and its drive to eliminate garbage-vulnerable points. Bhide reviewed footpath conditions, waste collection arrangements and road maintenance in Worli and Santacruz, along with facilities at Dr VN Shirodkar Maternity Hospital

The decisions follow a protest by more than 1,700 outsourced health workers at Azad Maidan over pending demands, including the implementation of revised minimum wages and timely payment of salaries

Currently, around 17.33 lakh students from 30,000 schools receive Scout-Guide training. The state plans to extend the initiative to all schools as part of the School Education Departments Nation First approach

India has condemned attacks on civilian infrastructure in Saudi Arabia as 'unacceptable' and expressed solidarity with Riyadh. The MEA said flight disruptions have affected Indian travellers, while eight Indians injured in an October 10 attack remain hospitalised

Vidarbha remained among the hottest regions in Maharashtra, with Yavatmal topping the states maximum temperature readings at 38.4 degrees Celsius. Amravati recorded 36.6 degrees Celsius, 3.7 degrees above normal, while Akola reached 35.7 degrees Celsius

The packages, launched under the name VANDARSHAN Explore Nature. Discover Wildlife!, will commence on November 19, 2026. Each itinerary is designed as a four-night, five-day tour combining train travel, accommodation, local transportation and wildlife safari arrangements

Maharashtra has directed universities and colleges to waive examination fees for students from drought-affected talukas and refund fees already collected. Higher Education Minister Chandrakant Patil warned of strict action against institutions that fail to comply

During the drive, civic officials demolished unauthorised stalls and structures made using tarpaulin sheets, bamboo, iron pipes and metal sheets. Permanent iron stalls and other unauthorised constructions were also removed from the area

The proposed service will replace manual handling with a mechanised system supported by battery-operated platform trucks. The initiative aims to speed up the loading and unloading of railway-booked parcels and luggage, reduce congestion in parcel areas and improve operational efficiency