A journalist for over 20 years in the profession covering Maharashtra politics and civic issues with a slew of investigative stories on scams and governance misdeeds in state government, BMC and real estate sector.
According to Mumbai BJP President Ameet Satam, a citizen survey was conducted in city and over 2.65 lakh people took part in the campaign, which began on September 16, 2025. Of these, 1.45 lakh people said they were willing to volunteer to help build the `future Mumbai`... [Read More]
04 December,2025 04:22 PM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev Shivadekarhief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said only the minimum number of trees should be cut and took a swipe at those “doing politics” over the issue... [Read More]
04 December,2025 07:21 AM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev ShivadekarDr Prabhoo, who devoted his life to the Shiv Sena and the development of Vile Parle, played a prominent role in educational, sports, health, and political spheres. He gained national attention during the 1987 Vile Parle by-election, where his campaign became associated with Hindutva, leading to a landmark Supreme Court ruling in 1995... [Read More]
03 December,2025 07:12 PM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev ShivadekarAccording to officials, the BAC, which met earlier in the day, decided that the session will take place from December 8 to December 14. The week-long session is expected to take up key legislative business, departmental reviews and discussions on pressing state issues... [Read More]
03 December,2025 01:36 PM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev ShivadekarBoth ruling, Opposition parties slam State Election Commission; NCP-SP casts doubt about EVM tampering; on Tuesday, the Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court directed the SEC not to commence counting procedures on December 3 for the local body polls held a day before... [Read More]
03 December,2025 07:19 AM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev ShivadekarAmid the ongoing music concert season in India, Passenger`s music performances felt like a unique addition even as rock, electronic music and hip-hop take centrestage. Here are some glimpses... [Read More]
23 November,2025 09:54 PM ISTPolling was underway at a moderate pace on Tuesday across 122 assembly constituencies of Bihar, where 31.38 per cent of 3.7 crore voters exercised their franchise till 11 am in the second and final phase of the high-stakes assembly polls, seen as a veritable referendum on the JD(U) president and chief minister Nitish Kumar. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
11 November,2025 12:52 PM ISTBihar heads into the second and final phase of assembly elections on Tuesday. The electoral fate of 1,302 candidates, including several ministers from the Nitish Kumar-led government, will be decided in Phase-2 voting. (PICS/ PTI)... [Read More]
10 November,2025 06:56 PM ISTA blend of neoclassical grandeur and intellectual legacy, the Asiatic Library remains one of Mumbai’s most enduring landmarks... [Read More]
07 November,2025 11:02 AM ISTOn September 22, 2025, commuters in Dadar East witnessed reckless traffic behavior as several bikers were seen riding on footpaths to bypass congestion. (Pics/Kirti Surve Parade)... [Read More]
22 September,2025 12:49 PM ISTThe first test run of a 10-kilometre section of Thane Metro 4 was successfully conducted on Monday, September 22, marking a major milestone in the city’s rapid public transport development. The trial, attended by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. (Pics/Satej Shinde)... [Read More]
22 September,2025 12:48 PM ISTDevotees across India welcomed the nine-day Navratri festival with devotion and festive spirit on September 22. From temples glowing with diyas and vibrant decorations to bustling markets and school rituals, the celebrations reflected faith and culture. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
22 September,2025 11:03 AM ISTIf you are still worried about appearing as if you don’t know what you are doing, this guide has you covered (Story by Dhwani Gaikwad)... [Read More]
21 September,2025 12:49 PM ISTA deadly crash in Oregon has sparked national outrage after an illegal migrant truck driver, Rajinder Kumar, caused the accident that killed newlyweds William Carter and Jennifer Lower on Highway 20. Federal officials say Kumar — who entered the U.S. illegally in 2022 — was granted a California CDL and a 2023 work permit, raising major questions about how undocumented drivers are operating 40-ton trucks on American highways.... [Read More]
03 December,2025 12:43 AM ISTSouthern Spain was battered by torrential rain and powerful winds on Wednesday, flooding streets, halting trains, and triggering over 1,000 emergency incidents across Andalusia. The provinces of Seville and Huelva were the hardest hit, with cars submerged and public transport paralyzed. The chaos struck on the anniversary of the deadly Valencia floods, prompting Spain’s weather agency to issue a red alert and activate Andalusia’s flood emergency plan. Conditions began easing by Thursday as the storm moved eastward.... [Read More]
30 October,2025 11:20 PM ISTThe June 20 tornado in Enderlin, North Dakota, has been upgraded to EF5, the most severe tornado rating in the U.S., marking the first EF5 in 12 years. With winds exceeding 210 mph, the tornado was on the ground for 12 miles and over a mile wide, killing three people.... [Read More]
07 October,2025 12:18 AM ISTMadagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has dissolved his government after youth-led protests over water and power cuts left at least 22 people dead and more than 100 injured. Inspired by Gen Z uprisings in Kenya and Nepal, the demonstrations have become the most serious challenge to his rule since his re-election in 2023.... [Read More]
30 September,2025 09:17 PM ISTA rare and alarming breach of Israeli defenses has left southern Israel reeling as a Houthi-launched drone strikes Eilat, injuring at least 22 civilians. Despite Israel`s advanced air defense systems, this unprecedented attack highlights growing security vulnerabilities in the region. In retaliation, Israeli forces conducted strikes on the Gaza Strip, resulting in 41 reported deaths and multiple casualties in hospitals. The Iran-backed Houthi movement confirmed the deployment of two drones, intensifying tensions and targeting both Israel and international shipping routes in support of the Palestinian cause. WATCH ... [Read More]
25 September,2025 01:23 PM ISTIsraeli airstrikes and ground assaults in Gaza have killed at least 22 people, including civilians collecting water. Israel has shut the King Hussein crossing, cutting off the West Bank’s access to the outside world. Gaza’s health ministry warns hospitals may shut within days due to fuel shortages. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump is set to host a multilateral meeting with key Arab and Muslim nations to propose a post-war Gaza peace plan, following fresh global recognitions of Palestinian statehood.... [Read More]
23 September,2025 08:38 PM ISTNearly 900 tourists remain stranded near Machu Picchu after PeruRail suspended train services due to protests in the Cusco region. Demonstrators are blocking routes over disputes surrounding the concession of tourist buses that ferry visitors to the site. Authorities say 1,400 tourists have already been evacuated, but tensions remain high as the conflict threatens Machu Picchu’s reputation as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.... [Read More]
17 September,2025 10:30 PM ISTWhy does Tejukaya Cha Raja in Lalbaug hold a Guinness World Record? What makes this 22-foot Ganpati idol so legendary that lakhs of devotees visit him every year? This year, Tejukaya Raja returns in a powerful warrior avatar, carrying forward a tradition that began in the 1950s at Tejukaya Mansion. Over the decades, he has become one of Lalbaug’s three iconic Ganpatis, alongside Lalbaugcha Raja and Mumbaicha Raja. ... [Read More]
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