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Ganeshotsav 2026 has seen a 108-kg silver idol of Lord Ganesh, coated with gold and valued at around Rs 4 crore, installed at a pandal in Jalna

The incident took place when local women gathered at the lake for the immersion rituals of Goddess Hartalika (Gaurai) idols. A group of local children accompanied the adults and entered the water body as the ceremony got underway

The ongoing recovery of extensive human remains in Gaza, mostly of women and children, nearly three years after Israel heavily bombed their homes, highlights the possibility that war crimes have been committed, the UN warned

The US Space Force has confirmed for the first time that the United States has weapons deployed in orbit. It said the capabilities can support offensive and defensive missions as Washington faces growing space and counterspace threats from China and Russia.

During the bi-weekly media briefing, Jaiswal reiterated that bilateral ties must be anchored by the three mutuals: mutual respect, mutual interest and mutual sensitivity. He was speaking about PM Narendra Modi raising core Indian concerns during his meeting with Xi Jinping at the summit

Several schools in Delhi received bomb threat emails on Tuesday, prompting evacuation of students and extensive security checks. Bomb disposal teams, sniffer dog squads, police and other agencies searched the premises, with no explosive or suspicious object found

Actor Rajpal Yadav recently received temporary relief from the Supreme Court after he was granted two weeks to deposit the defaulted amount amid his ongoing cheque bounce case. The next hearing is scheduled for October 5, 2026

The Houthis have been engaged in renewed fighting with Saudi-backed government forces since Yemen's civil war reignited in July, when the group declared a maritime blockade on Riyadh and began targeting its ships in the Red Sea

Ankita Lokhande has frequently been subjected to body-shaming, with trolls commenting on her weight and 'saggy skin.' She now appears to have hit back with a hard-hitting message on social media.

Amitabh Bachchan has dismissed rumours about his retirement, clarifying that his 'time to retire' remark was not about quitting hosting or acting. The veteran superstar also criticised the media for misinterpreting his blog and set the record straight that he has no plans of taking retirement.

Bade Achche Lagte Hai actress Chahatt Khanna recently shared her views on TV as a medium, saying it stands nowhere. Her comments come after Rohit Roy a few days ago, called it a 'dustbin medium' and slammed TV actors

Ahead of the match, Afghanistan's veteran all-rounder Mohammad Nabi is set to achieve a new record in his international career

The Patiala House Court on Tuesday granted three weeks interim bail to self-styled influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj, who is in judicial custody over the alleged assault of a minor activists father during a Jantar Mantar protest. The court had reserved its order on his regular bail plea

Chief Minister Fadnavis said the Maharashtra government had accepted 12 of the 13 demands raised by the Maratha protesters that it considered legally valid

The Patiala House Court on Tuesday granted three weeks interim bail to self-styled influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj, who is in judicial custody over the alleged assault of a minor activists father during a Jantar Mantar protest. The court had reserved its order on his regular bail plea

Shah Rukh Khan recently addressed the box office clash of his upcoming film, King, with Hollywood biggies like Avengers: Doomsday and Dune Part 3. The actor had a witty reply when asked about the film being sandwiched between the two

After appearing at the Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 celebration, Salman Khan posted a cryptic note about happiness and the evolving nature of human desires, leaving fans wondering what prompted the 60-year-old to share it.

The Jharkhand High Court has directed the state government to file its counter affidavit by September 18 in a case challenging cancellation of 11th and 13th JPSC appointments. The courts earlier stay allows affected candidates to continue in service

An eight-hour-30-minute mega block was carried out for the work. The block was scheduled from 8.15 am to 5 pm, but was completed and cleared at 4.45 pm, 15 minutes ahead of schedule

Pancel civic officials said reducing Salvinia molesta, an invasive weed, could improve water circulation and help restore Wadale Lakes ecological balance

Shah Rukh Khan hosted another AskSRK session, wishing fans on Ganesh Chaturthi and confirming that King will release on December 24, 2026. He also teased a dialogue and assured fans that the films teaser and trailer will arrive before release

Uditi Singh, who is currently making headlines with her Bigg Boss 20 game, had spoken exclusively to mid-day before entering the house. She discussed admiring Gauahar Khan, preferring fresh contestants, her competitive spirit, nominations, trust issues and staying away from loved ones

Shah Rukh Khan has praised Ranveer Singhs Dhurandhar franchise, revealing during a recent Ask SRK session that he watched both instalments. Calling them fantastic, SRK also lauded the entire team behind the action drama

Jarange, who has been on a hunger strike for the past 17 days demanding reservations under the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category for Maratha community members with Kunbi caste genealogies, is expected to reach Mumbai on Saturday, September 19

Sree Charani crosses 800 rating points to lead ICC Women's T20I bowling rankings, while Deepti Sharma and Shafali Verma make significant gains after Asia Cup victory

Writer and filmmaker Tahira Kashyap celebrated her husband and actor Ayushmann Khurranas birthday with a heartfelt social media post

Around 200 SpiceJet passengers protested at Delhi airport after Dubai-bound flights SG 5111 and SG 5105 were repeatedly rescheduled and delayed. The airline blamed operational issues following an aircraft grounding and said alternate flights were being arranged.

A major railway outage disrupted services across parts of the Netherlands on Tuesday after Prorail found materials deliberately placed on tracks. The infrastructure operator suspects sabotage, while NS warned that disruptions around Zwolle, Deventer and Amersfoort could continue.

Sidharth Malhotra sought Bappas blessings at Mumbais iconic Lalbaugcha Raja pandal ahead of the trailer launch of The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest. Accompanied by producer Ektaa Kapoor. The Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia starrer releases in theatres on September 25

Addressing the inaugural session of the 25th anniversary celebrations of the Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA) in New Delhi, Jaishankar said India is operating in an increasingly complex landscape and needs to constantly reassess its strategies and responses

Sanjay Raut said that Shiv Sena (UBT) has no objection to an impartial investigation but alleged that the case is being exploited for political motives, while Rohit Pawar linked the CBI's activity to the possibility of early elections

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has made arrangements at immersion sites across the city, including artificial ponds and major natural immersion locations, to facilitate devotees and manage the expected crowds during the festival

Following stellar IPL campaigns with RCB, pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar reflects on his national team aspirations ahead of the ODI World Cup 2027

Veteran Bollywood star Anil Kapoor has looked back on his fitness journey, saying that the journey has continued despite changing pace and shape

Actress Tanisha Mukerji has said that women who have affairs with married men are just evil. On Monday, the actress took to her X, formerly Twitter, and penned a long note calling out married men who have affairs

Amitabh Bachchan revealed his amusing trick for getting wife Jaya Bachchan ready on time for events, offering a glimpse into their playful dynamic and everyday marital banter

The visit comes as Ganeshotsav celebrations continue across Mumbai, with households, residential societies and community organisations hosting Lord Ganesha idols and holding religious and cultural events

A BEST bus grazed a private car and collided with a Metro rail pillar near Oberoi Mall in Goregaon East on Monday evening. Two people, including a BEST employee, were injured and later discharged after receiving treatment at Trauma Care Hospital in Jogeshwari East

Rashmika Mandanna will portray legendary Carnatic vocalist M.S. Subbulakshmi in MS: A Legacy on Screen, directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri and scored by Anirudh Ravichander. The biopic launches September 16, with Kamal Haasan attending the event

A Pentagon watchdog has confirmed that the US faces strategic ammunition shortfalls after its war against Iran. The conflict has consumed billions in munitions, exposed production bottlenecks and raised concerns about US weapons availability for allies such as Ukraine and Taiwan.

Fadnavis had on Monday welcomed Lord Ganesha at Varsha and offered prayers for the well-being and prosperity of Maharashtra, particularly its farmers.

A probe has been launched to ascertain the exact circumstances that led Sonwane to take the extreme step, and the police are probing all angles, he said

She appealed to the government to expedite relief and rescue operations so that help can reach the affected people as soon as possible

Sonu Nigam left audiences stunned during his concert in the US by performing Aaj Ki Raat in both male and female voices. The singer recreated the songs different vocal portions, once again showcasing his remarkable range. Sonu had earlier revealed he used 54 voices for Tees Maar Khan

Ram Kadam said the investigation should be allowed to proceed on the basis of evidence and that no individual should be treated differently because of their political or public position

The former Delhi chief minister also claimed that drugs enter India through Mundra Port in Gujarat and said stopping such trafficking was the responsibility of the BJP-led central government

Parelcha Maharaja Mandal will serve mahaprasad to up to 20,000 devotees from September 19 to 23 after receiving FDA approval for its five-day community feast

England head coach Brendon McCullum has told pacer Brydon Carse to make better off-field choices and get physically prepared to push for international selection

Noting that Bajaj was admitted in the hospital since August 24, Justice Jain directed, Let a comprehensive report be sought form the RML Hospital

Samvatsari is considered the final and most significant day of the Paryushan festival, which is primarily observed by the Svetambara sect of Jainism. The occasion is dedicated to introspection, repentance and seeking forgiveness for mistakes made during the previous year