A grade L1 fire erupted in the ONGC colony of Bandra East today on Saturday. The incident took place at around 2:36 pm and it gutted around 20 to 25 huts. "The blaze was reported to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) at 2:59 pm," the officials said. Following the information, the Mumbai Fire Brigade officials rushed to the spot and declared the blaze to be a Level I fire call at 2:57 pm, they said. So far no injuries have been reported in the incident, the officials said.
04 January,2025 04:57 PM IST
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut commended Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis for his government's success in encouraging Naxalites to surrender in Gadchiroli, a region long affected by Naxalism. Among the 11 surrendered was a top leader with a ₹1 crore bounty. Raut highlighted the government's positive role in integrating them into the mainstream and expressed hope for economic development in Gadchiroli, including Fadnavis's plan to build a steel city to combat unemployment and poverty. Waatch the video for more information.
03 January,2025 05:18 PM IST
Bollywood stars kicked off 2025 in style. From Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal’s celebration in Sydney to Nayanthara’s Dubai festivities and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s snowy moments in Switzerland. Bollywood stars like Shilpa Shetty, Riteish Deshmukh, and Parineeti Chopra enjoyed cosy vacations and glamorous parties. Plus, a fun Thailand Famjam with Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, and more.
02 January,2025 08:33 PM IST
Singer Diljit Dosanjh paid tribute to former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh during his concert in Guwahati on Sunday, part of his Dil-Luminati tour in India. Performing at a sold-out show at the Sarusajai Sports Complex, Diljit honoured Dr. Singh, who passed away on December 26. In a video shared with fans, Diljit praised the late PM as "a simple and graceful man" and urged the youth to emulate his resilience in tough times. Diljit also emphasised Dr. Singh's lasting legacy in Indian history. The tour, which began in October, will continue in Ludhiana on December 31st.
30 December,2024 05:46 PM IST
Delhi CM Atishi accused the Congress party of having an arrangement with the BJP for the upcoming Delhi elections. She pointed out that Congress senior leader Ajay Maken had called Arvind Kejriwal anti-national, but never made similar accusations against any BJP leader. Atishi questioned why Congress filed an FIR against her and Kejriwal, while never taking similar actions against BJP leaders. She claimed that BJP is funding Congress candidates, including Sandeep Dikshit. She also reminded Congress that they had previously allied with AAP in the Lok Sabha elections. Atishi demanded Congress take action against Maken within 24 hours if there is no understanding with the BJP.
26 December,2024 05:45 PM IST
The tragic suicide of Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash has sent shockwaves across India. Dinesh Mishra, the advocate representing the deceased, revealed that the primary reason for Subhash's distress was the refusal of his wife and her family to allow him to see his son. Mishra strongly dismissed rumors suggesting Subhash was mentally unstable, emphasizing that he was a practical, cooperative person. He further added that Subhash was diligent in his court appearances and had a deep faith in the judicial system. According to Mishra, Subhash’s sorrow stemmed from personal struggles, not mental instability, and he remained committed to his legal obligations. Watch video for more.
12 December,2024 01:50 PM IST
On December 7, 2024, President-elect Donald Trump made a notable appearance at the reopening of Paris' Notre-Dame Cathedral, his first international trip following his election victory on November 5. The ceremony saw a gathering of world leaders and prominent figures, including French President Emmanuel Macron, Elon Musk, Jill Biden, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Prince William, and Salma Hayek. The event was a momentous occasion as the cathedral, severely damaged by a fire in April 2019, had been painstakingly restored. The fire destroyed Notre-Dame’s spire and roof, threatening the structure’s collapse. Now, after years of restoration, the 860-year-old symbol of French heritage was unveiled with a new spire and revitalized architecture, drawing global admiration.
08 December,2024 02:43 PM IST
On December 7, French President Emmanuel Macron and caretaker Prime Minister Michel Barnier hosted a re-opening ceremony at the Notre-Dame Cathedral. The event celebrated the completion of the cathedral's extensive restoration after the devastating fire in 2019. Dignitaries in attendance included Britain’s Prince William, American First Lady Jill Biden, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, and business magnate Elon Musk. Also present were prominent donors who contributed to the restoration efforts. The ceremony marked a significant moment for both France and the global community, highlighting the immense work that went into restoring the iconic Parisian landmark to its former glory.
08 December,2024 12:27 PM IST
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched three new criminal laws in India. These laws are the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, which came into effect on July 1. They replace the old British-era laws, including the Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, and the Indian Evidence Act. Chandigarh has become the first place in India to fully implement these laws. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also confirmed that the laws have been successfully applied in Chandigarh. This marks a significant step in modernizing India's legal system, aimed at providing better justice and security for citizens.
03 December,2024 02:58 PM IST
Zia Ur Rehman Barq, a Samajwadi Party MP, expressed concern over Sambhal violence, calling it a pre-planned incident. He said it was unfortunate and highlighted the rising targeting of Muslims across the country, which he believes is worse than anything seen since India’s independence. Barq pointed out that the Places of Worship Act is being violated, with urgent actions taken to address petitions on the same day, including surveys by district officials. He questioned the necessity of conducting a second survey and emphasized that people were being prevented from offering Namaz. His statement stresses that the situation is worsening, and urgent attention is needed to prevent further unrest. Watch video for more.
25 November,2024 05:06 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
