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Bangladesh's bowlers showcase exceptional skills, help secure win by 71 runs

In an attempt to chase a target of 130 runs, Indonesia was bowled out for 58 runs in 17.3 overs. Bangladesh's Nahida Akter claimed three wickets. Marufa Akter also bagged two wickets. Sanjida Akter Meghla and Fahima Khatun picked up one wicket each

31 Aug 2026 11:52 pm
Mohammad Abbas speaks about team's performances after defeat to England

Following the loss against England, pacer Mohammad Abbas admitted that Pakistan's team has been struggling in delivering performances in all three departments of the game

31 Aug 2026 8:21 pm
Nepal floods: 93 workers remain untraced after searches in Rasuwagadhi tunnel

A rescue team found no one inside the Rasuwagadhi Hydropower Project tunnel in Rasuwa, while 93 workers remain untraced. Rescue teams are also searching 11 flood-hit hydropower projects where 897 workers remain out of contact

31 Aug 2026 6:25 pm
Nepal floods: 140 Maharashtra residents rescued in Kathmandu by Shiv Sena

The Shiv Sena team present in Nepal has provided the stranded residents with information about their onward journey and remained in contact with them during the rescue effort, a party leader said

31 Aug 2026 4:02 pm
Real Madrid and Malaga pay tribute to Nepal and Tibet flood victims

Real Madrid and Malaga held a minute's silence at the Santiago Bernabeu for victims of catastrophic flooding across Nepal and Tibet as death tolls rise

31 Aug 2026 11:55 am
Nandani, Deepti's three-wicket hauls help Team India secure win by 94 runs

Team India's Nandani Sharma and Deepti Sharma claimed three wickets each. Shree Charani bagged two wickets. Kranti Gaud also chipped in with one wicket. Prema Rawat went wicketless in the Women's T20 Asia Cup 2026 match against Thailand

30 Aug 2026 11:12 pm
Team India's bowlers dominate in middle; Thailand reach 44 runs in 10 overs

Team India's Shree Charani and Deepti Sharma have claimed two wickets each. Kranti Gaud and Nandani Sharma have bagged one wicket each. Prema Rawat will continue the hunt for her first wicket

30 Aug 2026 10:29 pm
Sonam Wangchuk reacts to Salman Khan's viral 'it's done bro' remark

During Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike, Salman Khan had urged him to call it off, even offering to arrange homemade food for him. The actor's social media message, Sonam, it's done bro, quickly turned into a viral meme online. Wangchuk has now reacted to Khan's widely discussed remark.

30 Aug 2026 7:35 pm
Ganeshotsav: Tata Power advises Mumbai mandals to apply early for electricity

The temporary electricity connections are used for power at public pandals, lighting and other festive decorations during the Ganesh festival celebrations

28 Aug 2026 7:14 pm
Nepal floods: 37 Maharashtra pilgrims stranded in Saga leave for Kathmandu

After receiving information about their situation, Fadnavis contacted the Ministry of External Affairs and sought necessary assistance to facilitate their safe journey from Saga to Kathmandu. The CMO also shared a list of all 37 pilgrims and said the group had safely begun its journey towards Kathmandu

28 Aug 2026 12:18 pm
Three held for stealing gold jewellery from women on Thane buses

The police were probing a 61-year-old woman's complaint that a gold bangle was stolen from her wrist on July 20 while boarding a bus at the Louiswadi bus stop

28 Aug 2026 10:38 am
Mumbai weather: Light to moderate rain likely, high tide of 4.29 metres expected

A high tide of 4.29 metres is expected at 12.10 pm on Friday. Another high tide measuring 4.04 metres is forecast at 12.24 am on Saturday, August 29

28 Aug 2026 9:39 am
Marathi mandate: Sarnaik says drivers' one-year rule will not affect livelihoods

The Maharashtra government has decided to provide drivers of public transport vehicles with a one-year period to learn and become proficient in Marathi

28 Aug 2026 8:20 am
Nepal floods leave Mumbais Nepali community worried for families

Devastating flash floods near the Nepal-Tibet border have left members of Mumbais Nepali community anxious, with many struggling to contact relatives in the affected areas due to disrupted communication networks

28 Aug 2026 8:09 am
Eknath Shinde video calls Maharashtra residents stranded in Nepal floods

More than 80 people from Maharashtra are reported to be stranded in Nepal, according to preliminary information collected by the State Emergency Operation Center (SEOC), Maharashtra

28 Aug 2026 8:04 am
Nepal Floods: Panvel Family Safe After Escaping Flash Floods

A Panvel family undertaking the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage narrowly escaped the devastating Nepal flash floods after leaving the affected area several hours before the disaster struck

28 Aug 2026 8:03 am
Sion railway station: Doctor rescued from high-tension tower after job dispute

A 28-year-old doctor from Satara was rescued after allegedly attempting to take his life by climbing a high-tension electricity tower at Sion railway station over his dismissal from a job

28 Aug 2026 7:42 am
Maharashtra working with Centre to bring stranded citizens back from Nepal: CM

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis said that the state government was monitoring the situation and working with the Union government and the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to assist those affected

27 Aug 2026 10:44 pm
'Pandharpur development plan will be finalised after stakeholder consultations'

CM said the development of Pandharpur is being planned with a 50-year vision, focusing on facilities for devotees as well as boosting the local economy. With the number of devotees visiting Pandharpur increasing every year, he said integrated and long-term planning for the entire city was necessary

27 Aug 2026 8:09 pm
Maharashtra FDA seizes 3,958 kg school meal supplies in Pune's Junnar

The seized stock, valued at Rs 1,07,463, was found during a surprise inspection conducted by the FDA's Pune Division at Kalwadi in Junnar on August 21, a release issued by FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe stated

27 Aug 2026 8:06 pm
Ganpati special trains: CR to run four more services between Mumbai-Madgaon

According to an official statement, the special trains will run on September 11 and 13, 2026, providing additional travel options for passengers travelling between Mumbai and Goa and destinations along the Konkan route

27 Aug 2026 5:50 pm
Mumbai weather: IMD forecasts light to moderate rain in city, Thane and Palghar

Mumbai, Thane and Palghar are likely to receive light to moderate rain this week, with IMD data showing Mumbais August rainfall remains significantly below last years levels

27 Aug 2026 7:33 am
Mumbai cops trace 3 missing girls to Karjat resort, reunite them with parents

The minor girls had reportedly been missing from school before their whereabouts were traced in Raigad district in Maharashtra, police said on Wednesday

26 Aug 2026 10:58 pm
Mumbai Cha Raja celebrates 99 years with Pandharpur Wari-themed idol

The mandal will feature a 22-foot Ganesh idol, with decorations highlighting the traditions, saints, devotional music and spiritual culture associated with the Wari

26 Aug 2026 8:03 pm
MSEDCL crackdown: Nearly 3 lakh consumers in Bhandup circle owe Rs 104 crore

The Bhandup circle covers the Pen, Thane, and Vashi divisions, all of which have significant outstanding dues. According to MSEDCL, the Vashi division has the highest outstanding amount at Rs 47 crore, owed by 1,15,622 consumers

25 Aug 2026 7:54 pm
Mumbai Ganpati mandals must follow new power connection and safety rules

Mandals can also register their applications online through BEST's website and submit a printout at the concerned Customer Service department along with the required documents and undertakings

25 Aug 2026 6:49 pm
Maharashtra FDA raids: Licence of Mumbai's famous AYUB'S restaurant suspended

The action was part of a wider FDA crackdown across Maharashtra on August 24, during which officials inspected 37 hotels, restaurants, dhabas and other food establishments. Thirty-one establishments were issued improvement notices, while the licences of four food businesses were suspended

25 Aug 2026 6:44 pm
Mumbai Police return stolen phones, gold, and cash worth Rs 49 lakh

Mumbai Police returned 490 recovered mobile phones, gold ornaments, and cash worth Rs 49.18 lakh to their rightful owners at a special programme organised by the East Region-2 division, following investigations into theft, burglary and chain-snatching cases

25 Aug 2026 5:41 pm
Boy injured after iron rod falls on his head during road work in Vidyavihar

According to preliminary information, an iron rod became dislodged during the demolition work and struck the boy on the head as he was walking along the road

25 Aug 2026 5:34 pm
Six rescued after Churchgate Metro Station lift develops technical fault

According to officials, six people were inside the lift when it stopped due to the technical issue. The passengers were safely evacuated within five minutes of the incident

25 Aug 2026 5:12 pm
WR shuts 39 catering outlets over hygiene violations in Mumbai stations

The inspections are aimed at checking food safety, sanitation and compliance with operational standards at railway stations and platforms, an official statement said

25 Aug 2026 4:41 pm
India Post's 'Jan Sewa Connect': Future-ready Kandivali Post Office inaugurated

The upgraded Kandivali West facility has improved infrastructure, modern interiors, enhanced customer facilities, digital integration and a strengthened visual identity

25 Aug 2026 4:28 pm
'Oral' appointments cancelled: Maharashtra orders staff back to parent offices

In a circular issued on Tuesday, Chief Secretary Rajesh Aggarwal directed that all such officers and employees be sent back to their parent offices by September 10

25 Aug 2026 4:21 pm
Mazgaon Ganpati procession egg-pelting: Byculla Police arrest delivery worker

According to the police, the suspect was carrying eggs for delivery to an apartment on Rambhau Bhogle Marg when smoke from fireworks being set off by members of the procession allegedly irritated him

25 Aug 2026 4:07 pm
'Non-veg tea' joke: Bombay HC orders fresh FDA inspection of MCA eateries

During the hearing, the court also made a light-hearted reference to the presence of insects while questioning whether cricketers were aware that the tea being served at the premises could be considered non-vegetarian

25 Aug 2026 3:51 pm
Priyank Kharge questions Centre's ethanol policy over subsidised rice

Grain is subsidised with taxpayers money; the government bears the cost of procurement, storage and transportation; and then the same grain is sold to ethanol producers at a discounted price. So, who is actually benefiting from this entire system? he asked

25 Aug 2026 3:23 pm
Bihar students' protest: Agitation intensifies as protesters, cops clash

The protesting students began their march from Gandhi Maidan during which they broke through barricades put up by the police and engaged in a scuffle with security personnel. Student organisations had called for a march and proposed to stage a protest outside the Chief Minister's residence

25 Aug 2026 3:17 pm
Ex-Bombay HC judge Sunil Shukre appointed Maharashtra Lokayukta

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar congratulated Shukre after he took oath as the state's Lokayukta

25 Aug 2026 3:14 pm
Thane traffic restrictions on August 26 for Eid-e-Milad processions

Thane traffic police have announced restrictions and diversions across Bhiwandi, Kalyan, Vitthalwadi, Rabodi and Mumbra on August 26 for Eid-e-Milad processions. Several roads will face no-entry restrictions between 2 pm and 10 pm

25 Aug 2026 3:09 pm
Sanjay Raut backs Rahul, hits out at Rijiju over 'smash patriarchy' remark

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut backed Rahul Gandhi and hit out at Union Minister Kiren Rijiju over his remarks on patriarchy and women's rights. Raut also defended Gandhi's intervention over the concerns of tribal students protesting in Pune

25 Aug 2026 2:46 pm
Mumbai's breast cancer worry: Cases jump 68 per cent at Cama Hospital in 3 years

Mumbai's Cama and Albless Hospital has recorded a 68 per cent rise in breast cancer patients in three years, with cases increasing from 828 in 2023 to 1,393 in 2025. Doctors point to obesity, pollution and delayed childbirth as risk factors

25 Aug 2026 2:18 pm
Give us our mall back, Bandra shop owners protest over 16-month closure

Nearly 200 shop owners of Bandra Wests Link Square Mall protested on August 24, demanding immediate structural repairs and reopening, 16 months after a fire forced the mall to shut. Owners said pending insurance claims and repair delays have left them without business income

25 Aug 2026 11:14 am
Central Railway upgrades fourth Diamond Double Slip at Pune Yard to 60 kg

According to Central Railway, DDS No. 251/252 was upgraded as part of efforts to improve the strength and durability of the track infrastructure

25 Aug 2026 10:21 am
Mumbai Diary: Tuesday Dossier

The city - sliced, diced and served with a dash of sauce

25 Aug 2026 8:46 am
Mumbai FDA suspends Cafe Cadell licence over food safety violations

The Mumbai FDA has suspended Cafe Cadell's FSSAI licence after finding several food safety and hygiene violations, while a Mulund eatery was also found with serious lapses

25 Aug 2026 8:38 am
Mumbai police arrest burglar after CCTV clue links him to 7 thefts in Goregaon

Bangur Nagar police arrested a 29-year-old Malad resident allegedly linked to seven theft and burglary cases in Goregaon West. CCTV footage from his seventh alleged offence helped investigators trace him, while mobile location data allegedly linked him to six earlier crimes

25 Aug 2026 7:45 am
Bhuleshwar idol collapse: Lalbaugcha Raja Mandal announces Rs 11 lakh aid

In addition to the financial assistance to the Ganeshotsav mandal, the Lalbaugcha Raja Mandal has announced Rs 5 lakh each for the families of the two deceased

24 Aug 2026 10:57 pm
Marathi mandatory for drivers: There will be no injustice, says CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Monday said that the state government would ensure that no one faced discrimination or injustice on the basis of language

24 Aug 2026 7:46 pm
CM Fadnavis directs FDA to frame SOPs to prevent edible oil adulteration

The issue was discussed during a meeting of the state Cabinet, where Maharashtra CM Fadnavis said the government wanted to find a balance between strict food safety standards and the livelihoods of businesses involved in the traditional oil trade

24 Aug 2026 6:58 pm
Mumbai Police seize heroin worth Rs 3.5 crore in Jogeshwari, one held

The operation was carried out at around 12.10 am on August 23, when a police team was conducting a patrol to curb the sale and consumption of illegal drugs in the area

24 Aug 2026 4:59 pm