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Mira Road resident had sought dues from agents who helped traffic him to Thailand; trafficking victims called to Naya Nagar police station to shed light on racketeers’ modus operandi... [Read More]
12 May,2025 08:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Diwakar SharmaThree arrested after using name of legit state govt scheme to lure both men and women into opening bank accounts meant for illegal activities. The accused, who operated from Surat, Gujarat primarily, targeted residents of Mumbai’s slum areas, including Nehru Nagar, DN Nagar and Dharavi... [Read More]
10 May,2025 10:59 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirish Vaktania , Diwakar SharmaMira Road men reveal how they were lured to Chinese cyber-fraud factories that use AI deepfakes, fake love, and fake Facebook IDs to scam Americans. At these digital sweatshops, recruits are handed thick script booklets and told to memorise lines designed to trap mostly young Americans and Europeans... [Read More]
10 May,2025 07:18 AM IST | Mumbai | Diwakar SharmaThree Mira Road men who somehow managed to escape a Chinese-run cyber racket in Laos, speak to mid-day about their ordeal—right from being lured and trafficked, to being forced into digital slavery... [Read More]
09 May,2025 06:53 AM IST | Mumbai | Diwakar Sharma , Asif RizviHusband-wife duo from Kerala used clever distraction tactic to loot retail outlets across states; caught after city mall retailers call cops... [Read More]
09 May,2025 06:59 AM IST | Mumbai | Diwakar SharmaAhead of the England Test series, Team India will miss the services of their three veterans, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Ravichandran Ashwin. Here is all you need to know (Pic: File Pic)... [Read More]
13 May,2025 02:37 PM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day (All Pics/Yogen Shah)... [Read More]
12 May,2025 07:58 PM ISTSpeculations over star India batter Virat Kohli`s Test career continue to take over the internet as the 36-year-old expressed his intentions to retire from white clothing to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) following a disastrous Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia away from home. The 36-year-old’s most recent memory in Test cricket remains a haunting image, visibly helpless, distraught, and seething with frustration after falling yet again to an outside off-stump delivery from Scott Boland during the Australia tour. In many ways, Australia has mirrored Virat Kohli’s journey, a land where he transformed from a fiery prodigy to a dominant force, and ultimately, a veteran battling the inevitable decline brought on by age, fading instincts, and the unforgiving passage of time. (Photos: AFP)... [Read More]
11 May,2025 03:55 PM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day (All Pics/Yogen Shah)... [Read More]
10 May,2025 08:43 PM ISTOne of Team India`s most established opening batsmen, Rohit Sharma, announced his retirement from the longest format of the game. Following his retirement, a void has been left in the opening spot. Here are all the contenders for the opening slot in Test cricket (Pics: File Pic)... [Read More]
08 May,2025 02:53 PM ISTRohit Sharma on Wednesday announced his retirement from Test cricket with immediate effect, putting to rest all speculation about his future in the format. While his contributions on the field have been significant, his personal life has also drawn public interest, particularly his relationship with wife Ritika Sajdeh, who has been a constant presence by his side. (Pic: Ritika Sajdeh/Rohit Sharma Instagram)... [Read More]
07 May,2025 10:26 PM ISTAhead of the IPL 2025 match against Gujarat Titans (GT), Mumbai Indians (MI) batsman Rohit Sharma is on the verge of reaching another milestone. Here is all you need to know (Pic: File Pic)... [Read More]
06 May,2025 01:22 PM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day (All Pics/Yogen Shah)... [Read More]
02 May,2025 07:57 PM ISTIndia’s star cricketer Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from Test cricket, bringing an end to a remarkable 14-year career in the longest format. Kohli, who wore jersey No. 18, shared the news on his Instagram account on May 12 with an emotional message to fans. Kohli played 123 Test matches for India, scoring 9,230 runs at an average of 46.85. His record includes 30 centuries, 31 half-centuries, and a highest score of 254. He finishes as India’s fourth-highest run-scorer in Tests, behind legends Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, and Sunil Gavaskar. Kohli`s final Test series was the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, where he scored 190 runs in 9 innings, including a century in Perth. In 2024, he had a tough run with just 382 runs in 10 matches, averaging 22.47. Known for his passion and leadership, Kohli not only made his mark as a top batter but also took Indian Test cricket to new heights during his captaincy. His retirement comes shortly after Rohit Sharma also stepped away from Test cricket.... [Read More]
12 May,2025 03:22 PM ISTOn Friday, the BCCI suspended IPL 2025 for one week due to rising India-Pakistan tensions. Vice President Rajeev Shukla assured the league would resume soon, expressing pride in the Indian Army and solidarity with the government. Cricketers Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma also voiced strong support for the military and praised the armed forces for their courage and commitment.... [Read More]
09 May,2025 05:28 PM ISTKesari Veer is a landmark film for both its leads. While Sooraj Pancholi makes his long-awaited comeback following the turbulence of the Jiah Khan case, debutante Akanksha Sharma steps into Bollywood with this historical drama set against the backdrop of the Somnath temple. In an exclusive chat with mid-day, Sooraj opened up about the emotional strength it took to face the public again, while Akanksha recalled how Suniel Shetty’s warmth and support helped her feel at ease on set. Watch the video for more.... [Read More]
09 May,2025 10:28 AM ISTVeteran actor-director Manoj Kumar’s Funeral was held in Mumbai, drawing an outpouring of love and respect from the film fraternity for his Antim darshan. Superstar Amitabh Bachchan with son Abhishek Bachchan, Arbaaz Khan, Salim Khan, Zayed Khan and several others, came together to bid a heartfelt farewell. The late legend’s legacy was honoured with solemn tributes and emotional moments. ... [Read More]
05 April,2025 03:45 PM ISTLegendary actor Manoj Kumar, known as `Bharat Kumar` for his patriotic roles, has died at 87 due to a heart attack. He passed away early today in Mumbai after battling liver cirrhosis. Known for films like Upkar and Shaheed, he was a beloved icon of Indian cinema.... [Read More]
04 April,2025 05:19 PM ISTIPL 2025 is here - one of the biggest celebrations of sports, fandom and entertainment. While the ten IPL teams gear up for series, what do the stars hold for these teams? In this exclusive interview, renowned sports astrologer Greenstone Lobo dives into the astrological charts of IPL’s top teams and players. Will Rohit Sharma’s strong stars still influence Mumbai Indians, or is Hardik Pandya destined to lead them to victory? Can Rajat Patidar finally break RCB’s title drought? We also explore KKR’s captaincy shift from Shreyas Iyer to Ajinkya Rahane, and whether IPL’s most expensive player, Rishabh Pant (₹27 crore for Lucknow Super Giants), has the cosmic edge to turn their luck around. Plus, predictions on rising stars Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Robin Minz, and Bevon Jacobs. Who are the top 5 teams — and who might face disappointment? Watch to find out!... [Read More]
20 March,2025 09:28 PM ISTAcclaimed actress Shweta Tripathi is set to make her mark as a producer with exciting projects in the pipeline. On Mid-day Powerful Women season 3, the Mirzapur star traces her career, marriage with Chaitanya Sharma, going childfree so far, and more. Shweta also questions the beauty standards women are expected to follow and the shift required in society’s mindset to bring about a bigger change.... [Read More]
06 March,2025 07:24 PM ISTCongress spokesperson Dr. Shama Mohamed criticized Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma, calling him "overweight" and "the most unimpressive captain India has ever had." Her comments came after Sharma was dismissed for 15 runs off 17 balls in India`s Champions Trophy match against New Zealand, which India won by 44 runs. In a now-deleted post, Mohamed wrote, "Rohit Sharma is fat for a sportsman! Need to lose weight! And of course, the most unimpressive Captain India has ever had!" Mohamed faced backlash online for her remarks and later deleted the post. Pawan Khera, Chairman of the Media & Publicity Department of the All India Congress Committee, clarified that Mohamed had been asked to remove the post. Defending her comment, Mohamed said it was a general remark about the fitness of sportspeople and was not meant to body-shame Sharma. The criticism sparked strong reactions, including from Shehzad Poonawala, a member of the ruling BJP, who took a jab at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Additionally, Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi disagreed with Mohamed`s comments. This is not the first time Rohit Sharma has faced criticism over his fitness. Former South African cricketer Daryll Cullinan had also raised concerns about Sharma’s fitness in the past, comparing him to Virat Kohli.... [Read More]
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