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The Alandi Municipal Council on Friday sealed the premises of the coaching institute for operating without a mandatory no objection certificate, officials said
Sonal Chauhan has revealed that Jannat fans still approach her years after the films release with strong reactions to its ending. The actor recalled viewers telling her, You shouldnt have let Emraan die, highlighting how personally audiences connected with her character Zoya
Veteran actor Shabana Azmi joined the CJP protest at Mumbai's Shivaji Park on Friday, where she spoke about the right to vote and extended support to the Cockroach Janta Party seeking Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation
G7 countries have agreed to release 100 million barrels of crude oil and diesel from strategic reserves over four months to ease global energy supply concerns. The coordinated release through the IEA will include a substantial diesel release within the first 20 days
Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu said the flydubai attacker underwent Islamist radicalisation and intended to crash the plane with all passengers on board, as UAE authorities investigate the incident and examine possible terrorist links
Israel will begin repatriation flights Friday to bring home passengers stranded in the UAE after commercial travel was suspended following an attack on a FlyDubai pilot. Arkia and Israir flights are scheduled, while El Al is expected to resume Dubai-Israel flights Sunday
Pakistans government and Imran Khans PTI held talks Friday ahead of planned Sunday protests demanding Khans release. Authorities have blocked key Islamabad routes with shipping containers, while PTI said it remains ready to protest but could continue negotiations if the government shows flexibility
US authorities arrested California man Greg Lui, accused of illegally exporting more than USD 300 million worth of US-made computer servers containing advanced GPUs to China through third countries. He allegedly used false paperwork and bypassed required export licenses between 2023 and 2024
Spains parliament was set to vote on government housing decrees after nationwide protests over an 87-year-old womans eviction. Junts opposition threatens the measures, which include rental contract renewals and protections for vulnerable tenants, putting pressure on Pedro Sanchezs minority government
The Delhi High Court ruled that a father-in-law cannot be held liable under the Domestic Violence Act merely for failing to control his adult son. The court said allegations such as insult or abuse must be supported by specific facts showing domestic violence under Section 3
Presidential adviser Anwar Gargash said Machchhar was a true hero who deserved every appreciation for his actions during the mid-air crisis. Gargash also stressed the need for continued vigilance against extremism and terrorism as investigations into the incident continue in the UAE
The speed enhancement on the Katra-Banihal section under Northern Railway's Jammu division was successfully tested on Thursday, marking a significant operational milestone for the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link (USBRL) project
Four girls, including two sisters, drowned while bathing in a pond in Bankat village, Bihars East Champaran district. Police recovered all four bodies and sent them for postmortem. Officials said compensation may be provided to the victims families after the investigation
Free Palestine leaflets and other pro-Palestinian material were reportedly found among the belongings of the Omani co-pilot accused of attacking the captain aboard a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, as international probes continue
The civic action was taken after officials found that the coaching institute was allegedly operating without the mandatory No-Objection Certificate (NOC) or licence required for running a commercial establishment
Florence Pughs intimate scene from Netflixs East of Eden has surfaced on social media, with a clip from the series being shared on X. Pugh stars as Cathy Ames in the seven-episode adaptation of John Steinbecks classic novel, which premiered on Netflix on October 1
Amid the high demand and buzz surrounding Ajay Devgn's Drishyam The Conclusion, cinema halls in Maharashtra have now added post-midnight shows of the film, including 12.30 AM and 1 AM shows
Khushi Kapoor made a stylish statement at the Messika Womenswear Spring/Summer 2027 show at Paris Fashion Week, offering a distinctive take on contemporary power dressing. She stepped out in a floor-length burgundy leather dress with high-jewellery glam that added just the perfect amount of bling to her otherwise sleek ensemble.
Captain Machchhar spoke to the Prime Minister about his experience and what gave him the courage to respond during the incident. PM Modi praised his bravery and wished him a speedy recovery
In a question asked by mid-day through a WhatsApp message, actor Dino Morea denied reports claiming that he was detained by the Mumbai Police Economic Offences Wing (EOW) in connection with the alleged Mithi River desilting 'scam'
Two suspected Pakistani intruders were shot dead after BSF troops foiled an alleged infiltration attempt along the India-Pakistan International Border in Punjabs Tarn Taran sector on Friday. The incident took place near Rajoke village, according to preliminary reports
The protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar and several nearby locations, with police saying permission had not been granted for the proposed demonstration
In an exclusive conversation with Mid-day, Dinesh Lal Yadav, aka Nirahua, reflected on Salman Khan's recent outburst against online trolling on Bigg Boss 20. The Bhojpuri superstar, who participated in Bigg Boss 6, also weighed in on the debate over whether the reality show has allegedly lost its charm.
Subedaar, starring Anil Kapoor, has won the Best Feature Film for India at the Asian Academy Creative Awards. Kapoor has also received a nomination for Best Actor in a Leading Role for his performance in the film.
Abhishek Bachchan recently looked back at his iconic song, Kajra Re, with Aishwarya Rai and Amitabh Bachchan, calling it one of the most enjoyable songs he has ever filmed. He also said he would love to do Kajra Re 2.0 if Aishwarya and Amitabh agreed
Speaking at a press conference in Thane, Meenakshi Shinde said the police were conducting a detailed investigation and should be allowed to proceed without interference. I am ready to face questioning and will fully cooperate with the police if summoned, she said
Ayushmann Khurrana, who is awaiting the release of Udta Teer, revealed that he doesnt judge a project based on whether the filmmaker is new or an established director. Instead, he looks for a story and vision that genuinely excite him.
Halle Berrys custody battle with ex-husband Olivier Martinez has escalated after a court granted Martinez primary custody of their 12-year-old son, Maceo. The development follows allegations by Martinez that Berry physically abused their son. Berrys lawyer has denied the claims
Ahead of the marquee tournament, former cricketer Sourav Ganguly explained the importance of having Hardik Pandya in the Indian team
Speaking to reporters, Fadnavis said, The entire matter has been exposed. Following the press conference held by the three Election Commissioners, their fake narrative has been busted. Yet, attempts are still being made to push this fake narrative. They will not succeed in this
Makers of Prahaar - The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam have finally unveiled the film's first song, Mere Rehte, which essentially captures a deeply personal emotion of loving ones country and gives one the courage to stand as its shield against any threat.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anil Parab said the parties had agreed to alter the route and decided on a revised march from Metro Cinema to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters
Amit Shah said Putins remarks praising the Prime Ministers efforts towards global peace were a matter of pride for Indians. He also noted that Putins statement came on the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, who spread the message of peace and non-violence
During the conversation, Machchhar told Modi that receiving his call made him extremely proud and that he had never imagined getting an opportunity to speak with him. The injured pilot also told PM Modi that he was his biggest idol and someone he had always looked up to
The biggest clash of the tournament, which will be played between arch-rivals India and Pakistan, will be played on October 10 at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg
Taiwan received its first two US-made F-16V fighter jets under a USD 8 billion deal for 66 aircraft. The advanced fighters arrived amid rising tensions with China and delays to a separate USD 14 billion US arms package sought by Taipei
Shivaleeka Oberoi expressed her pride as she cheered for her filmmaker husband, Abhishek Pathak ahead of the release of Drishyam The Conclusion.Sharing a string of images from the sets, she reflected on the hard work and sleepless nights that went into the project
Indias Oscar submission Gondhal will have special paid previews from October 9 across select cities and theatres. The Santosh Davakhar-directed Marathi psychological thriller will screen ahead of its worldwide release
Television actress Rubina Dilaik recently enjoyed a memorable getaway to Ladakh with actress Hina Khan and her family, sharing glimpses from the trip while talking about the warm hospitality and cultural experience they had during their stay
Five miners died after a mine collapse in Soma, western Turkey. Rescuers recovered the bodies of three workers trapped underground, while two others were rescued and hospitalised. Seven workers were caught in the collapse, authorities said
Actress Shilpa Shirodkar returned to learning the classical dance form Kathak after 35 years. Revisiting the dance form she first learned from legendary Kathak dancer and choreographer Gopi Krishna, she shared a glimpse of her return to the dance floor
Delhi Police detained AAP leaders Saurabh Bharadwaj, Atishi and Sanjeev Jha, along with student activists, during a Jantar Mantar protest over alleged irregularities in the SIR of electoral rolls and demands for CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation
Nearly 400 high schools across France were closed Friday as a week-long student protest movement spread nationwide. Officials said around 2,000 people, mostly minors, were taken into custody, while at least 65 school staff members were injured
The former Union agriculture minister visited Purandar tehsil in Pune district, where he interacted with villagers and assessed the situation on the ground. Pawar said he would take up the issues faced by farmers with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and seek concrete measures to address the crisis
Vijay Varmas latest all-black look has sparked comparisons to Ranveer Singh, with social media users calling him Ranveer Singh from Meesho. The actor wore a dramatic cut-out top with leather trousers and oversized sunglasses at a Mumbai event
Addressing the 14th conference of the All India Vihar Seva group, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief said the world was facing dilemmas involving development and environmental protection, individual freedom and family life, and religious faith and conflict
El Al cancelled two special repatriation flights from Dubai after UAE authorities withheld landing approval following an in-flight attack on a flydubai plane. Regular El Al flights from Dubai to Tel Aviv remain scheduled from Sunday, with seats reportedly booked through the week
Jason Sanjay revealed how father Vijay may react after watching Sigma, saying he takes time to analyse films but will be proud. Meanwhile, Vijays wife Sangeetha Sornalingam and daughter Divya Saasha attended an early screening in Chennai
I understand that the opposition parties have their own separate programme. This is a programme of the citizens. Every citizen who is a stakeholder in this republic feels that a single person, a puppet whose strings are pulled elsewhere, is making the decisions, Manoj Jha said
A 35-year-old passenger was deboarded from a Hyderabad-Kadapa flight at Hyderabads RGIA after accidentally touching the emergency exit handle, triggering an alarm. Police enquiry found it was unintentional. He was let off after giving a letter, and no case was registered

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