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At an art exhibition in Mumbai, actress Raveena Tandon was captivated by Kiran Chopra's unique black and white artworks, showcasing deep spiritual themes. Their shared history as former neighbors added a personal touch to the event. Tandon left with one of Chopra's paintings, marking a heartfelt reunion that celebrated both art and friendship.
View all source articlesPolice booked three individuals following a clash after an Eid procession in Parel. Additional police personnel were deployed to the area as a precautionary measure. The exact trigger for the confrontation remains under investigation by authorities. Several social media claims have circulated, but conclusions are premature. The situation was reported as under control with no need for panic.
A woman survived a ten-story fall after a tree branch pierced her thigh. Fire brigade personnel conducted a delicate rescue operation to bring her down. They carefully cut the branch lodged in her leg using an electric saw. A canvas stretcher was used to stabilize her before lowering her safely. The conscious woman was then taken to hospital for further medical treatment.
A light projection event at the Afghan Church animates its historic architecture with art. This installation is part of Mumbai's Light Festival, transforming urban spaces. A new book, 'Glossary of the Architecture of Bombay,' will also be launched. It details the city's five key architectural styles and their elements. These events invite appreciation for Mumbai's built beauty and history.
The Geological Survey of India (GSI) has unveiled that Mumbai's landslide-prone sites remain significant threats, echoing findings from previous analyses. The assessment highlights that many regions still experience comparable risks. The GSI urges the relocation of vulnerable settlements and calls for improved pre-monsoon maintenance. To confront these challenges, the BMC is formulating a comprehe
3 medical colleges granted pvt univ status bring down local seats from 85% to 40%MUMBAI: Medical students and their parents are confused about a new provision in the seat matrix for the Maharashtra NEET-UG admissions, which limits the number of seats available to Maharashtra-domicile students in three colleges recently granted private university status
While SVKM asserts these upgrades will benefit the community, local residents challenge the transfer, fearing restricted access of public spaces.
Pahalgam terror link, fake ATS officers dupe retired banker of ₹3.83 croreMUMBAI: A retired bank officer was told that a SIM card issued in his name had been used in the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack and that ₹7 crore had been routed through a bank account opened in his name to fund terrorists
The 3.42-km Metro 7A line links Terminal 2 at the CSMIA with Mira-Bhayandar and south Mumbai via the underground Metro 3 or Aqua line.
The minimum fare for CNG-run autorickshaws will rise from ₹26 to ₹27, while the base fare for black-and-yellow taxis will increase from ₹31 to ₹33.
A driver who stopped to confront a cabbie for driving on the wrong side was pushed into the path of a speeding container truck during a scuffle.
Maharashtra Cyber launched a cyber-awareness short film and anthem in Mumbai. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stressed public awareness in tackling online fraud. Celebrities attended the event and were felicitated for their contributions. The campaign targets the "digital arrest" scam which extorts money from victims. Citizens are urged to contact the 1930 cyber helpline immediately if defrauded.
Byculla police arrested a 22-year-old delivery man for allegedly throwing eggs at a Ganpati procession in Mazgaon after firecrackers irritated his eyes.
The petitioners said more than 70% of about 200,000 autorickshaw drivers in Mumbai come from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
The court allowed limited service of tea and coffee until the next hearing on August 29, questioning the FDA's compliance scoring in the suspension order.
The BMC is yet to receive possession of a 735.99-square metre recreation ground adjoining the Rustomjee Crown residential complex on Gokhale Road in Prabhadevi.
In Maharashtra, those who don't know Marathi won't be able to drive auto-taxis: Transport Minister said - first they will give a notice, if they don't learn in 3 months, the license will be cancelled.Drivers who do not know the Marathi language will no longer be able to drive auto-taxis in Maharashtra. A campaign against auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers who lack a 'working knowledge' of Marathi, meaning they have only a basic understanding of the language, will begin in the state on August 20th. This campaign will run for one month across the entire state. Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced this on Wednesday. He stated that drivers would first be given notice and then terminated within three months.
Landslide in Ghatkopar, Mumbai, kills 7: A portion of a hill collapsed onto three houses; people trapped under the debris were being searched by cameras.In Mumbai's Ghatkopar area, a landslide occurred at Chirag Nagar on Wednesday morning at 3:48 am, causing debris from the hill to fall onto three houses. The incident resulted in the deaths of seven people and injuries to seven others, while there are suspicions that 3-4 more individuals may be trapped under the rubble. Rescue teams are searching for victims using victim-detection cameras. The lane is extremely narrow, making it difficult for heavy machinery to reach the spot. The debris is being initially broken down with a wrecker, and then manually removed using buckets, which has been causing difficulties in accessing the area.
In Maharashtra, female students became reporters and exposed a dilapidated road: They used an umbrella as a microphone to highlight the condition of the roads and potholes, prompting the MLA to order repairs.A video of schoolgirls reporting on a bad road in Raigad, Maharashtra, has gone viral on social media. The girls questioned each other like reporters while pointing out the potholes. As a result, the local MLA got the potholes filled up. This road leads to Khandpe-Kondivade in Karjat tehsil. The MLA said that some part of the road had been washed away due to rain. He added that a new road would be built after the monsoon season ends.
A trainer plane landed on the runway at Baramati Airfield: 2 people were on board, no injuries; Deputy CM Sunetra said - The wheel of the aircraft got stuck.During a training exercise at the Baramati Airfield in Maharashtra, a trainer plane skidded off the runway. According to the Pune SP, Captain Chirag Shashikant Doifode and Cadet Abhijit Jundre were on board the plane. Both are safe, and there are no reports of any injuries. Immediately after the incident, news broke that the plane had crashed. However, Deputy CM and Baramati MLA Sunetra Pawar dismissed the crash reports. She stated...