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Fauzi: Netajis grandnephew seeks apology and removal of Hitler scene

Prabhas-starrer Fauzi has sparked controversy over its portrayal of Netaji Subhas Chandra Boses meeting with Adolf Hitler. Netajis grandnephew, Chandra Kumar Bose, has called the alleged distortion of history a crime and demanded an apology

26 Oct 2026 9:31 pm
Vijay-Rashmika fans take the legal route over online harassment

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandannas fans have approached Hyderabad Cyber Crime authorities over alleged fake online narratives, manipulated screenshots and harassment. The move comes amid trolling over their Koffee With Karan 9 appearance

26 Oct 2026 7:36 pm
Ramayana song Mangal Rang sparks debate over Ranbir Kapoor's haldi scene

The song Mangal Rang from Nitesh Tiwaris Ramayana has sparked debate over a scene showing women applying haldi to Lord Rama as Maa Sita stands beside him. With viewers divided over whether it is his haldi ceremony or coronation preparation

26 Oct 2026 6:45 pm
Madhoo praises Rashmika Mandanna for owning South Indian accent amid trolling

Madhoo has praised Rashmika Mandanna for confidently embracing her South Indian identity and accent amid online criticism. Recalling how she once worked hard to hide her own accent while pursuing a career in Hindi cinema

26 Oct 2026 6:11 pm
Raj Thackeray questions e-challans, says traffic burden is falling on police

Raj Thackeray also warned that traffic congestion across the state could worsen significantly in the coming years if authorities failed to address gaps in urban planning and transport management

26 Oct 2026 4:14 pm
Vijay Deverakonda addresses Koffee With Karan trolling with a satirical video

After appearing on Koffee With Karan season 9, Vijay Deverakonda garnered criticism for his 'red flag' behaviour towards Rashmika Mandanna. The actor now seems to have responded to the backlash by sharing a satirical reel of the episode on his Instagram story.

26 Oct 2026 2:57 pm
Thane water cut: Ghodbunder Road, Mumbra, Kalwa among affected areas

Ghodbunder Road, Mumbra, Kalwa, Lokmanya Nagar, Siddhachal, Vartak Nagar, Saket, Rustomjee and other areas to face a 24-hour water shutdown. Check the full list.

26 Oct 2026 2:08 pm
Ghatkopar man throws nine-month-old son off skywalk after argument with wife

A 23-year-old man was arrested by Ghatkopar police for allegedly throwing his nine-month-old son off the skywalk outside Ghatkopar railway station on October 25 following an argument with his wife. The infant sustained serious injuries and is undergoing treatment in the ICU at Sion hospital

26 Oct 2026 1:14 pm
When Ajay Devgn spoke about understanding his late father

In 2021, Ajay Devgn featured on Into The Wild With Bear Grylls, where he opened up about how ones understanding of their parents changes with age. He noted that this shift becomes even more significant when children have kids of their own.

26 Oct 2026 12:25 pm
Shiv Sena (UBT) questions Centre over border security after ITBP chief's remarks

In an editorial published in the party's mouthpiece, Saamana, on Monday, the Uddhav Thackeray-led party accused the BJP-led government of withholding information about developments along the border and failing to ensure accountability over national security concerns

26 Oct 2026 11:12 am
IND vs NZ 3rd T20I: Ishan Kishan ruled out of the third clash in Wellington

Team India's bowling coach Morne Morkel said that Kishan will be training today but will not be available for the selection. Kishan also missed out on the second match, following which explosive opening batsman Vaibhav Sooryavanshi replaced him in the playing XI

26 Oct 2026 10:24 am
Pole-sitter Antonelli on brink of historic title

The 20-year-old Italian will wrap up the drivers championship if he wins in Austin on Sunday, his Mercedes teammate George Russell finishes outside the top eight and Lewis Hamilton finishes outside the top four

26 Oct 2026 9:28 am
Mumbai construction sites display zero AQI readings despite pollution concerns

Awaaz Foundation has written to CM and municipal commissioner alleging that AQI monitors at construction sites across Bandra and Khar have been consistently inaccurate

26 Oct 2026 8:11 am
They never get tired of praising Pakistan: Fadnavis targets Farooq Abdullah

Speaking to reporters, Fadnavis pointed to the economic hardships faced by people in Pakistan, saying many were struggling to access basic food items. He said Jammu and Kashmir, being part of India, was secure and prosperous, and asserted that residents of PoK also aspired to join the country

25 Oct 2026 9:52 pm
French Open 2026: PV Sindhu loses to An Se Young in the final

PV Sindhu claimed the opening game but eventually fell to world No. 1 An Se Young 16-21, 21-11, 21-12 in the women's singles final of the French Open 2026

25 Oct 2026 7:14 pm
Richa Chadha questions BMC over Mumbais AQI, water and deteriorating roads

Richa Chadha has criticised Mumbais civic infrastructure, raising concerns over air pollution, drinking water quality, deteriorating roads and the proposed cutting of 7,500 trees. The actor questioned authorities over their response and urged Mumbaikars to demand accountability

25 Oct 2026 4:25 pm
NZ vs IND: New Zealand announce major squad reshuffle for final three T20Is

New Zealand have adjusted their fast-bowling unit for the final three T20Is against India, bringing in Blair Tickner and resting Lockie Ferguson for the third fixture

25 Oct 2026 4:01 pm
Power bank catches fire in Mumbai local train's ladies' coach near Ghatkopar

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

24 Oct 2026 9:50 pm
Raut claims BJP MLC leaked Jarange audio clip amid 'cut-throat' competition

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

24 Oct 2026 8:29 pm
Jarange audio clip row: BJP's Prasad Lad says party and Sena remain united

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

24 Oct 2026 5:57 pm
BJP accuses Sanjay Raut of orchestrating AI audio clip, alleges Rahul's role

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)

24 Oct 2026 4:45 pm
Varma's match-winning knock helps Team India secure victory by four wickets

Tilak Varma delivered an unbeaten knock of 51 runs off 26 deliveries, which was laced with six boundaries and a maximum. Shouldering him was Nitish Kumar Reddy, who scored an unbeaten 26 runs in 13 balls, with the help of a boundary and a maximum

24 Oct 2026 4:28 pm
Watch: Vijay Deverakonda's fan breaches security to touch his feet at Ranabaali

Vijay Deverakonda recently faced a scary fan encounter when a fan breached security and ran towards him on stage to touch his feet while he was addressing the audience at a promotional event of Ranabaali

24 Oct 2026 3:30 pm
Fauzi teaser: Prabhas' film faces backlash for THIS reason

The teaser of Fauzi released on Prabhas' birthday has been facing backlash from a section of users on the internet for its portrayal of historical figures in the film

24 Oct 2026 11:36 am
Mumbai: Green corridor transports donor heart from Mulund to Parel in 25 minutes

Transplant gives teen a second chance; saviour organ arrives from Mulund to Parel in green corridor

23 Oct 2026 8:22 am
Tibet earthquake: 7.0-magnitude quake strikes weeks after deadly floods

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

22 Oct 2026 10:30 pm
Maharashtra drought: Supriya Sule seeks Rs 1 lakh per hectare for farmers

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

22 Oct 2026 4:49 pm
Why is govt so scared? Cong questions removal of Raihan Vadras protest photos

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

22 Oct 2026 1:40 pm
Baba Siddique murder case: Court seeks report on Anmol Bishnoi's custody

A special court has directed Mumbai Police to detail efforts to secure Anmol Bishnoi's custody in the Baba Siddique murder case by October 28. The order follows allegations by lawyers representing Siddique's family that the prosecution deliberately delayed proceedings

21 Oct 2026 10:49 pm
Tiger Shroff attack: KEM doctors remove bullet from Umesh Chauhan's body

According to the statement, the procedure was performed under general anaesthesia at 8 am in the Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery (CVTS) operation theatre, according to an official press brief issued by Dr Harish Manilal Pathak, Dean of Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital

21 Oct 2026 8:57 pm
Kumbh Mela: Fadnavis invites President Murmu for 'Dharmadhwaj' ceremony

Apart from the flag-hoisting ceremony, President Murmu has been invited to attend the Godavari Aarti and the launch of the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority's website

21 Oct 2026 6:19 pm
Mumbaikars, here's an opportunity to share your grievances with CR on Thursday

Mumbaikars can share their railway-related grievances and suggestions with Central Railway on October 22 (Thursday) during 'Rail Jan Samvaad'. The nationwide initiative will be held at over 7,000 stations, with senior officials participating in Mumbai to gather passenger feedback and address concerns

21 Oct 2026 6:02 pm
Plastic removed from cow's stomach: Mayor calls for responsible waste disposal

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde has urged citizens to stop discarding food in plastic bags after 40-50 kg of plastic was reportedly removed from a cows stomach. A free veterinary surgery camp in Ghatkopar has registered over 110 animals for treatment

21 Oct 2026 4:36 pm
One-year-old abducted from CSMT while parents slept; GRP rescues baby

The family, originally from Dharashiv, had missed their train and fallen asleep on a steel bench at the station. The child was sleeping beside her parents near platforms 12 and 13 when she was allegedly taken by an unidentified woman, police said

21 Oct 2026 4:24 pm
Mumbai's construction and demolition waste collection up 46 per cent in 2026

Approximately 2.06 lakh metric tonnes of C&D waste were collected between January 1 and October 18, while around 2.01 lakh metric tonnes were processed during the period. The collection has already surpassed the approximately 1.69 lakh metric tonnes recorded during the entire calendar year 2025

20 Oct 2026 5:33 pm
Yavatmal records Maharashtra's highest temperature at 37.8 degrees Celsius

In Mumbai, the Colaba observatory recorded a maximum temperature of 35.1 degrees Celsius, 1.9 degrees above normal, and a minimum of 26.5 degrees Celsius, 1.1 degrees above normal. Santacruz recorded a maximum temperature of 36.7 degrees Celsius, 3 degrees above normal

16 Oct 2026 9:53 pm
Video: Dipke detained while attempting to ahead of Lehra Do Tiranga' protest

The CJP had called for the Tiranga Yatra on October 16. However, authorities had not granted permission for the march, and prohibitory restrictions were in force in the area

16 Oct 2026 5:14 pm
The sun isn't taking a break! Ratnagiri swelters at 38 degrees Celsius

The IMD has issued a yellow alert for hot and humid conditions in isolated pockets of Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg and Dhule for Thursday and Friday

15 Oct 2026 9:30 pm
Maharashtra heatwave: Yavatmal records state's highest temp at 38.4 degrees C

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

14 Oct 2026 8:52 pm
IRCTC launches five wildlife tour packages from Mumbai, trips begin November 19

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

14 Oct 2026 8:42 pm
BMC removes 92 unauthorised stalls in Mumbai's 'A' Ward

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

14 Oct 2026 8:38 pm
'Drought of transparency': MNS uses cartoon to protest alleged voter list errors

Using the slogan A drought of transparency in the temple of democracy, the party sought to draw attention to the Election Commission's functioning and the need for greater transparency in the electoral process

14 Oct 2026 6:23 pm
Minor girl molested at temple in Pimpri-Chinchwad's Nigdi; suspect held

Nigdi Police in Pimpri-Chinchwad said that it has registered a case against the accused who has been arrested and further investigations into the matter were going on

13 Oct 2026 7:22 pm
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis calls for task forces to set up waste-to-biogas projects

At a meeting held at his official residence, Varsha, in Mumbai on Tuesday, Fadnavis directed officials to identify suitable locations and establish projects in line with the states CBG policy

13 Oct 2026 7:13 pm