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Officials teach locals about safety measures. But, they say video could be fake; NGO WCAWA is assisting the Dahanu forest division in creating awareness among residents about safety measures and reporting protocols in case of a leopard sighting ... [Read More]
28 December,2025 07:13 AM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavAccording to the Mangrove Cell, "As on 22-12-2025, the satellite-tagged turtle ‘Dhaval Lakshmi’ continues to move further west from the Maharashtra coastline. Presently, it is more than 200 km west of Dahanu and about 83 km south of Somnath"... [Read More]
27 December,2025 05:40 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavA CCTV footage allegedly showing a leopard moving through the streets of Dahanu in Palghar district has gone viral on social media following which the forest department officials have swung into action... [Read More]
27 December,2025 04:29 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavForest officials astonished by radio-collared tigress Tara’s 1.5 km swim across the crocodile-infested waters of Chandoli dam; believe she is in search of a mate or wants to carve out her own territory... [Read More]
27 December,2025 07:45 AM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavNavi Mumbai’s Hetawane project will see its first tunnel breakthrough on December 29 as CIDCO advances work on the water supply scheme, which is expected to strengthen the city’s future water availability... [Read More]
26 December,2025 07:45 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavFrom powerful processors to AI-driven features, 2025 has seen impressive smartphones under Rs 50,000. Models like OnePlus 13R, Realme GT 7, Pixel 9a, Galaxy S24 FE and Oppo Reno14 offer flagship-level performance, cameras and battery life at competitive prices.... [Read More]
26 December,2025 01:33 AM ISTThe BJP-led NDA appeared to register a landslide victory in Bihar, opening up impressive leads in more than 180 of the state`s 243 assembly seats, with early trends also indicating that the saffron party was on track to post its biggest tally with an excellent strike rate. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
14 November,2025 01:59 PM ISTElections for 246 municipal councils and 42 nagar panchayats across Maharashtra will be held on December 2, with counting scheduled for December 3, State Election Commissioner Dinesh Waghmare announced on Tuesday. (PIC/ SATEJ SHINDE)... [Read More]
04 November,2025 06:56 PM ISTDuring the Asia Cup 2024 match against Pakistan, Team India`s lead pacer Jasprit Bumrah has achieved a new feat. Here is all you need to know (Pic: X)... [Read More]
15 September,2025 02:42 PM ISTThe immersion of Lalbaugcha Raja faced an unexpected halt due to high tides, leaving the idol unimmersed even after 24 hours. The murti, which left the pandal on Saturday afternoon, reached the immersion site at Chowpatty around 8 a.m. on Sunday. (PICS/SHADAB KHAN)... [Read More]
07 September,2025 02:06 PM ISTA mass Russian drone and missile attack on Ukraine`s capital early Thursday killed at least three people and injured 24, local authorities said. (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
28 August,2025 11:58 AM ISTFor Mumbaikars, Lalbaugcha Raja is more than just an idol; he is an emotion, a tradition, and a symbol of unshakable faith that has transcended generations. Since his first appearance in 1934, this majestic Ganpati of Lalbaug has reigned as the city’s most beloved Bappa, drawing millions from every corner of Mumbai and far beyond. (PICS/ RANE ASHISH, ATUL KAMBLE, ASHISH RAJE, and SHADAB KHAN)... [Read More]
11 August,2025 07:27 PM ISTIn a true blast from the past moment, actor Arjun Rampal shared unseen pictures clicked 24 years ago. Back in 2001, Arjun was just starting out with his journey in the film industry... [Read More]
07 August,2025 07:48 PM ISTAt a charged rally in Rocky Point, North Carolina, Trump unleashed a blistering round of jabs aimed squarely at Hillary Clinton while reflecting on his past election victories. In a moment that instantly lit up the crowd, Trump revisited the 2016 battle calling it “fun” and doubled down on his long-running criticism of Clinton, labeling her “nasty” in a fiery throwback to one of the most iconic flashpoints of modern politics. He went further, teasing that he had “held back the B-word,” joking that Melania would not have approved if he had gone any harsher. His comments stirred loud reactions, blending sharp political theater with the trademark bravado his rallies are known for. WATCH ... [Read More]
20 December,2025 08:08 PM ISTRussian President Vladimir Putin’s two-day visit to India has triggered major geopolitical ripples — and Washington is watching closely. From nuclear energy expansion to the Su-57 fighter jet production offer, Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a series of high-impact proposals that could shift the power balance across Asia.... [Read More]
06 December,2025 12:48 AM ISTWhite House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is pulling back the curtain on what she calls the “PTSD” of working under President Trump but not for the reasons most people assume. In a candid conversation with the Daily Mail, Leavitt explained that her distress doesn’t come from clashing with reporters or facing the media. Instead, it stems from the relentless, nonstop rhythm of life inside Trump’s White House. WATCH... [Read More]
25 November,2025 12:48 AM ISTDemocrat Senator Elissa Slotkin says she has been placed under 24/7 Capitol Police protection after President Donald Trump accused her of “seditious behavior” and suggested it was “punishable by death.” Slotkin claims she has received nearly 1,000 threats since releasing a video urging military members to refuse illegal orders. The White House scrambled to contain the outrage as Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt denied that Trump was calling for the execution of lawmakers.... [Read More]
21 November,2025 10:10 PM ISTBangladesh is in total upheaval as ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is officially convicted of crimes against humanity and sentenced to death by the Bangladesh court. The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) judge ruled that Hasina is responsible for the killing of around 1,400 people during the July–August 2024 protests. This explosive verdict comes after months of political turmoil, mass protests, leaked intelligence reports, crackdowns on dissent, and Hasina’s dramatic fall from power.... [Read More]
17 November,2025 02:54 PM ISTIsrael’s 24-hour deadline to Hamas has expired, marking a critical turning point in the fragile ceasefire agreement brokered by the U.S., Egypt and Qatar. According to Israeli officials, the IDF began limited operations beyond the designated “Yellow Line” after Hamas failed to withdraw its remaining fighters before the 8 p.m. deadline. U.S. and regional mediators had relayed final warnings to Hamas through Cairo and Doha, emphasizing that any continued presence beyond the demarcated zone would be considered a violation of the ceasefire pact. WATCH ... [Read More]
31 October,2025 09:28 PM ISTTensions escalate once again in Gaza as Hamas accuses Israel of breaching the ceasefire agreement after at least 24 Palestinians were reportedly killed since Friday. The alleged gunfire violations have been reported to international mediators, raising fears of the truce collapsing just days after it was brokered. A senior Hamas official described Israel as “working relentlessly to undermine the ceasefire on the ground,” claiming repeated attacks near ceasefire lines. The Israeli military has yet to issue an official response to the accusations. WATCH... [Read More]
16 October,2025 01:14 AM ISTAs the Nobel Peace Prize 2025 announcement nears, Donald Trump has reignited his claim that he deserves the award for “solving seven global conflicts.” Supporters in Israel echoed his call, celebrating in Tel Aviv’s Hostage Square. Social media, meanwhile, mocked the former president’s self-nomination frenzy.... [Read More]
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