Mumbai goes to polls on May 20th and the city is bustling with rallies, roadshows and huge posters of varied political parties promoting themselves. Each political party and alliance claims to be winning by a huge margin but what is the report from the ground? We hit the streets of Mumbai to gauge what Mumbaikars are going to vote upon, what do they expect from their candidates and who is their favorite. Join us for a journey through the heart of Mumbai, where every opinion matters and every voice counts. Don't miss this insightful and engaging look at the people behind the votes that will shape India's future this Lok Sabha Elections 2024.
18 May,2024 05:00 PM IST
Security forces including the Army and the police launched a search operation in the Jakhole-Juthana forest area of Kathua on May 14 after the local people sighted suspected armed men during the intervening night. The search operation for the suspected armed person is underway. As per sources, the ground kr armed men reached a house in Juthana Village and if then asked for food from a woman. "Seeing the armed men, the women raised alarm. Watch video for more details
15 May,2024 02:15 PM IST
In this exclusive interview with mid-day.com, actor Aamir Ali talks about consciously choosing OTT over television work in the recent past. With web series like Lootere on Disney+ Hotstar, where he plays an undercover agent, the actor is hoping to break out of the 'lover boy' image, and be known for his work as an actor. "I was told main bahut hero-hero lagta hoon," says Aamir, so he stopped working out and shaving to get into the character for Hansal Mehta's show. Watch the video for more!
14 May,2024 06:11 PM IST | Mumbai
Bids to disrupt peace continue in parts of Jammu and Kashmir amid Lok Sabha Elections. In a fresh encounter between security forces and terrorists in Udhampur, another VDG was killed on May 11. A massive search operation was launched while the area has been cordoned off following the gunbattle. Based on inputs from locals, one terrorist has been arrested and sketches of six suspects have been released. A bounty of Rs 5-10 lakhs has been announced for the locals on information of suspected individuals. Security has been heightened across the Union Territory amid LS Polls 2024 to thwart terror bids. Several encounters have taken place between security forces and terrorists in last few weeks in Kashmir. In April, a Rajouri resident was killed in a targeted attack and a few days later a VDG member was shot dead in Udhampur. Earlier this month, an IAF officer was killed in an ambush attack on their convoy by a group of terrorists. As per reports, several terrorists are still taking cover in the thick vegetation across the UT.
12 May,2024 10:05 AM IST
Widely known for her role as Kumkum, Juhi Parmar is one of the most loved actresses in the television industry. Juhi is an actress, a daughter, and a star, but most importantly, she is the mother of her 11-year-old daughter Samaira. As Mother’s Day is approaching, Juhi, in an exclusive chat with midday.com, sat and discussed several things about her motherhood journey, from being a single parent to change in opportunities after becoming a mom and much more.
09 May,2024 05:58 PM IST
In a major success, security forces on May 07 neutralised two terrorists in J&K’s Kulgam in an encounter. Based on inputs of movement of suspicious individuals, armed forces activated security grid in the area. After long hours of fierce gun battle on May 06, security forces killed top ‘The Resistance Force’ (TRF) terrorists. Terrorists were gunned down days after attack on IAF convoy in Poonch which killed one personnel on May 04. Security has been heightened across the Union Territory amid LS Polls 2024 to thwart terror bids. Several encounters have broken out between security forces and terrorists since last few weeks in Kashmir. In April, a Rajouri resident was killed in a targeted attack and a few days later a VDG member was shot dead in Udhampur.
08 May,2024 11:25 AM IST
Once Tollywood's favourite couple, Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Naga Chaitanya sent shockwaves when they announced their separation in 2021. After a dreamy romance and fairytale-like wedding, the two called it quits after 4 years of marriage. What followed was a social media-led conspiracy theories around their separation. While Naga Chaitanya kept a low profile, Samantha would often hit back at trolls. Even as Sam and Chay continue to lead on with their individual lives and flourish professionally, they often make news for their personal lives and rumours around them continue to follow
06 May,2024 06:57 PM IST | Mumbai
The mortal remains of Corporal Vikky Pahade were brought to Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara on May 06. The family members of deceased IAF personnel were in grief after hearing about the demise. However, there was a sense of pride amongst them that he had sacrificed his life for the nation.Corporal Vikky Pahade lost his life in a terror attack that happened in J&K’s Poonch on May 04.His sister said, “I want to send this message to the people of the country that every son should be dedicated to the country. I am proud of my brother. I want that justice should be served.” One of the members of his family said, “We got to know about it a day before yesterday. We were informed that he was shot and he has been airlifted to the hospital. Then later we got to know that he lost his life. This is a shock for the family as he was the only brother of three sisters.”
06 May,2024 01:10 PM IST
The Indian Army and the Air Force are planning to jointly deploy MQ-9B Predator drones at two key air bases for upgrading their surveillance capabilities all along the Line of Actual Control with China from Ladakh to Arunachal Pradesh. The drone deal, expected to be worth around USD 4 billion is being done at tri services level with the Indian Navy leading the negotiations for it with the American side. "The MQ-9B drones require a significant runway length for take off and landing which are available with the Indian Air Force. That is why, the Army drones are planned to be deployed with the IAF at airbases in Sarsawa and Gorakhpur," defence officials told ANI. As per of the drone deal with the US, 31 MQ-9B drones are being acquired of which 15 would be for coverage of the maritime zone and would be deployed by the Indian Navy. The IAF and the Army will have eight each of these highly capable long endurance drones and would be able to cover almost all the areas of interest along the LAC with support from other existing assets, the officials said. The American side has given its letter of acceptance to the Indian side at a price tag of around USD 4 billion. There is also a provision of transfer of technology of some equipment to Indian entities under the agreement, they said. With a flight time of over 36 hours at heights over 40,000 feet, the drones can be armed with Hellfire air-to-ground missiles and smart bombs, this fighter-sized drone specializes in (intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance) missions. The Predator drones are expected to significantly enhance India's ability to conduct unmanned surveillance and reconnaissance patrols, particularly in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and along its land borders with China and Pakistan. MQ-9B has proven to be a critical asset in safeguarding India's security interests as it was used to extensively to monitor anti-piracy operations from naval headquarters to get a clear picture of the actions taking place almost 3,000 km from Indian shores.
06 May,2024 11:52 AM IST
Slamming Pakistan over continuous cross-border terrorism, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on May 04 said that the neighbour will get an appropriate response adding that the Modi government will never make a compromise with the national security. Addressing an event in Bhubaneshwar, S Jaishankar said, “When it comes to national security, the Modi government will never make a compromise, it can be cross-border terrorism from Pakistan, it can be pressure on the border from China. It can be terrorism we had in the past from the Myanmar border before we did the land boundary agreement, even from Bangladesh.”
05 May,2024 12:47 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
