Rayjohn D'Souza, the cab driver who dropped Suchana Seth, Bengaluru CEO accused of killing her four-year-old son, gives details about the Goa murder case. On the murder of a four-year-old boy allegedly by his mother in Goa, cab driver Rayjohn D'Souza says, "She (accused Suchana Seth) remained quiet during the entire journey... I received call from the Goa Police and the police informed me that bloodstains were found in Suchana's room and suspected the missing child. Goa police asked me to take her to the nearest police station. Upon reaching the police station, the police searched the vehicle, discovering the child's body inside the bag. The inspector asked if he was her son and she said yes..."
12 January,2024 05:26 PM IST
Panic buying of fuel in Mumbai and other cities across India is being witnessed amid fear of supply shortage. A few petrol pumps in Mumbai are even running dry as a result. This is a consequence of truck and bus drivers protest against the new hit and run law that punishes negligent driving. This new law provides up to 10 years of punishment for fleeing an accident spot without reporting the incident. But the truck drivers say this law is one-sided and harsh on them. The strike going forward is likely to impact the supplies of essential fruits and vegetables and hit the common man.
10 January,2024 12:17 PM IST
Amid truckers’ protest over the newly introduced Hit & Run Law, Home Minister Amit Shah’s speech in Winter Session of the Parliament is going viral. HM Shah was addressing the house and giving details about Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita, 2023, and the Bharatiya Sakshya (Second) Bill, 2023. He briefed the Lok Sabha members about the Hit & Run Law and now, as the truckers are protesting, his Parliament speech is going viral.
04 January,2024 11:19 AM IST | Mumbai
Soon after the video of Shajapur Collector snapping at protesting truck drivers and asking “Tumahari aukat kya hai” went viral on social media, the Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister swung into action and suspended Collector Kishor Kanyal. The truck drivers were protesting a new Hit-and-run law that provides up to 10 years of punishment for fleeing an accident spot without reporting the incident. While the strike has been called off today after the government assured that it would consult stakeholders before implementing a contentious law against hit-and-run, a video of Shajapur Collector misbehaving with truck driver is still doing the rounds. Post the video went viral, the Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister swung into action and suspended Collector Kishor Kanyal.
03 January,2024 04:28 PM IST
Bus and truck drivers on Jan 01, held protests across several states of India against the new hit-and-run law. This triggered difficulty for commuters travelling to different places. Private bus and truck drivers on January 01, enforced a 'chakka jam' across Haryana. Members of an organisation representing the drivers also staged a protest on the streets of Bhopal at the Board Office intersection. A similar protest also broke out in Chhattisgarh’s Raipur, where bus drivers staged a demonstration against the new central law. With the buses anchored in their sheds, regular commuters and interstate passengers bore the brunt of the protests. The ongoing strike has impacted the movement of thousands of vehicles across the protesting states. Notably, the new central law attracts a 7-10-year prison sentence for drivers falling foul of it.
02 January,2024 02:55 PM IST
Hustle and bustle of the economic capital of India, Mumbai, is all about surviving and succeeding. One such hustler is a 24-year-old auto driver, Vishal Paikrao, who has a more ‘sophisticated’ second job. While navigating through the roads of the ‘Dream City’, Vishal also trades in the stock market. Vishal’s auto-rickshaw is also his trading office. 12th pass Paikrao has high hopes from his career as a trader. He has got the title of Auto-Wala Trading Expert. Vishal learned the intricacies of the stock market and the art of trading. Vishal Paikrao, provides advice to investors in the stock market.
26 December,2023 04:30 PM IST
In a candid interview, Kajol looks back on her career, sharing memories from "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" with Shahrukh Khan. Released on October 16, 1998, the Hindi film starred Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Rani Mukerji and went on to redefine new-age friendship and romance at the time. In this interview, she further talks about picking better films after 1999, focusing on good scripts and collaborations. Despite breaks, Kajol stays committed to meaningful roles, thriving in today's diverse film scene.
18 December,2023 06:19 PM IST | Mumbai
In this insightful conversation, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar reflects on his early days in the sport, where he and 80-90 other kids shared a single cricket kit. He also shares the story behind his legendary straight drives, honed in the confines of cramped colonies. Sachin's dedication and passion for cricket, as well as his commitment to his country, have left an indelible legacy
05 October,2023 02:26 PM IST
Explore Mumbai's monumental clean-up effort with Juhi Chawla, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde, Governor of Maharashtra Ramesh Bais, Mumbai Municipal Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal, Mrs. Chitra Wagh, Mr. Chirag Patil as they participate in the 'Swachhata Hi Seva' program. Witness the students' and police officials' dedication to environmental stewardship during this nationwide cleanliness drive Swachhata Hi Seva, paying homage to Mahatma Gandhi on Gandhi Jayanti 2023.
01 October,2023 04:54 PM IST
Mid-day.com recently caught up with actress Nushrratt Bharuccha at her new home in Mumbai, where the actress talked about certain fears she has overcome lately. One is the fear of being judged while driving – she recently learned to drive and went off-roading as well. The other is her fear of water, and that is something she is still working on. Nushrrat also had a certain image in the industry, thanks to films like Pyaar Ka Punchnama. But she has been trying to explore various genres in recent time. As we celebrate the spirit of freedom this month, watch the video for the full conversation with Nushrrat on breaking out of the boxes the world puts one in.
12 August,2023 04:06 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
