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Sonal Sehgal on The Great Departure: 'India is still not open..'

Sonal Sehgal on The Great Departure: 'India is still not open..'

Actor and writer Sonal Sehgal says she chose France for ‘The Great Departure’ première as stories about fighting patriarchy aren’t embraced in India

06 November,2025 08:19 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar Basu
Passenger detained for trying to open emergency exit on flight in Varanasi

Passenger detained for trying to open emergency exit on flight in Varanasi

Passenger on an Akasa Air flight from Varanasi to Mumbai was detained after attempting to open the emergency exit before takeoff. The aircraft returned to the apron, and the man was taken into custody for questioning after security clearance.

04 November,2025 01:21 PM IST | Varanasi | PTI
Spitting in Varanasi to attract fine up to Rs 1000 under new sanitation rules

Spitting in Varanasi to attract fine up to Rs 1000 under new sanitation rules

The Varanasi Municipal Corporation (VMC) has enforced strict fines under the Uttar Pradesh Solid Waste Management and Sanitation Rules 2021. Spitting will now attract a fine of Rs 250, while littering or spitting from vehicles will cost Rs 1000. Dumping waste in open areas or water bodies could result in penalties up to Rs 750

31 October,2025 11:38 AM IST | Varanasi | Agencies
Mirzapur movie team wrap up Varanasi schedule, to film next portion in Mumbai

Mirzapur movie team wrap up Varanasi schedule, to film next portion in Mumbai

The cast of Mirzapur: The Movie, including Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, and Shweta Tripathi, has wrapped up the Banaras schedule after two weeks of intense filming. The team will now resume shooting in Mumbai post-Diwali, with fans eagerly awaiting the film’s release

28 October,2025 12:40 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

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