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Amid recent student protests, Vijay Varma has clarified that a social media post discussing reservation, privilege and equal opportunities was not shared by him. Responding to the confusion around the message, the actor took to X and wrote, I never posted this. This is all false

A BEST bus from Anik Depot rolled forward and crashed into the Switch Mobility office at Colaba Depot on Saturday evening after the hand brake was allegedly not applied. The incident damaged the office entrance and the bus's windscreen, but no injuries were reported

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Saturday withdrew its 37-day protest at Jantar Mantar, saying it had done so in good faith after Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned and the Centre agreed to its key demands

Yami Gautam is set to headline Kahaani 3, with filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh returning to direct the next chapter of the hit thriller franchise. Unlike the Vidya Balan-led films, the third instalment will reportedly introduce a fresh story and a new protagonist while retaining the suspense and mystery

Police have made extensive security arrangements for the Tiranga Vijay Rally organised by Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS at Shivaji Park on Sunday. Security personnel will be deployed at key locations, while commuters in Dadar, Prabhadevi, and adjoining areas have been advised to expect congestion

Archana Puran Singh opens up about the lasting impact of her iconic Miss Braganza character from Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, calling the role both her victory and failure as an actor. The actress says she hopes audiences appreciate her newer performances, including her latest project Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya

A Tamil actor faced backlash during a student protest in Chennai after mentioning Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan while addressing the crowd. The actor was booed by protesters and her speech was cut short by organisers. Reacting to the incident, she said, This is not democracy

Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekkar has urged people across the country to come forward and support those affected by the devastating floods in Assam. Assam remained critical on July 24, with over 7.21 lakhs people affected across 11 districts

Jennifer Lopez celebrated her 57th birthday by embracing her single era and reflecting on the lessons she learned from heartbreak, divorce and relationships with Ben Affleck and Marc Anthony. The singer-actor said breakups are not a failure but a chance to grow into a better version of yourself

The demonstration, led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), turned into a celebration as supporters hugged each other, raised slogans of Vande Mataram and hailed the resignation as a victory for the student-led agitation

Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned as Union Education Minister following weeks of student protests. Soon after the announcement, Priyanka Chopra, Dia Mirza, Vijay Varma, Huma Qureshi, Bhumi Pednekar and several other celebrities reacted on social media, with many hailing it as a victory for students

The resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan drew widespread reactions from the Opposition, with Mallikarjun Kharge, Sharad Pawar, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Shashi Tharoor, Arvind Kejriwal and others describing the development as a victory for students, democracy and accountability

Veteran actress and activist Shabana Azmi has said she will remain in isolation for the next five days after contracting H1N1. She added that even as she continues to stay in isolation, she still stands strong with the students and protestors in solidarity.

Samarth Jurel looked back on his memorable Laughter Chefs 3 journey, calling Bharti Singh's birthday challenge his most emotional moment. He also shared that the cast has become like family, with everyone bonding over home-cooked meals and fun behind-the-scenes moments

Kashmera Shah reflected on her emotional Laughter Chefs 3 journey, calling her birthday, Krushna's birthday, Sunita Ahuja reunion, Mother's Day and fan episodes unforgettable. She also jokingly declared herself the season's MVP, saying she handled all the cooking while Krushna entertained everyone

Arjun Bijlani reflected on his memorable Laughter Chefs 3 journey, saying the show's genuine emotions, friendships and cooking milestones made it special. He also revealed his dabba is the most popular on set and shared amusing anecdotes about Abhishek and Samarth

The weather department has also advised fishermen not to venture into the sea between July 25 and July 27, warning of rough sea conditions and strong winds along the Odisha coast

CJP said its other demandsincluding Rs 1 crore compensation for the families of students who died by suicide, withdrawal of action against student protesters, and a public apology from the Rapid Action Force (RAF) and Delhi Policeremained pending

Ramayana has suffered another alleged trailer leak ahead of its official release, with a fresh clip reportedly showcasing Yash's Ravana making a grand entrance. The viral footage, said to be from the trailer's opening minute, has spread rapidly across social media, fuelling fan discussions

The Delhi government said the temporary reduction in operating hours was implemented following inputs from the Delhi Police, which recommended additional preventive measures to maintain law and order in central Delhi

Addressing an event on 'Yuganukul Matrutva' (Contemporary Motherhood) on Friday, Bhagwat said children often return home with questions about Hindu deities, but parents are frequently unable to answer them

The ritual, which began on July 15, was organised by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust to restore the sanctity of the temple premises after the alleged theft of devotees' offerings came to light

The 800-year-old Pandharpur Wari is an annual pilgrimage in Maharashtra during which millions of devotees walk on foot to Pandharpur to offer prayers to Lord Vithoba. This year's Wari began on July 7 and concluded on July 25

The move comes after three days of heavy rainfall severely disrupted transport and public infrastructure across Dahanu taluka, washing away a crucial stretch of the coastal highway and causing extensive damage to the local State Transport (ST) bus depot

The accused, identified as Vijayendrakumar Gupta alias Bijendra Kumar Gupta, and his associate Indrajit Singh were arrested on Friday by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the case, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Bhiwandi Zone-II) Pawan Bansode said

The Odyssey filmmaker Christopher Nolan recently revealed that he does not use a smartphone and sticks to using a flip phone. He said he does so to avoid smartphone addiction

Amruta Fadnavis also said protests over the alleged examination paper leak were justified as long as they remained focused on the issue, while stressing that the government was taking corrective steps to prevent such incidents

The resignation comes after sustained demands from opposition parties and student groups holding the minister accountable for alleged irregularities in the country's competitive examination system

District Guardian Minister Ganesh Naik has directed the Public Works Department (PWD) and the Zilla Parishad to immediately conduct comprehensive damage assessments and prioritise restoration work to restore normal traffic movement and daily life at the earliest

Actor Abhishek Banerjee joined the student protest in Goa on Friday, holding a creative banner. He addressed the protestors, saying he was a fan of Gen Z and asked PM Modi to change his 'DP'

The petitioner had challenged the Maharashtra government's September 2025 order refusing to place him in a category that allows earlier remission for certain convicts

The early morning rituals were conducted by the Mayor along with her husband, Rajesh Tawde, amid Vedic chants and devotional renditions of Jnaneshwar-Tukaram, as hundreds of devotees gathered at the temple

Raj Thackeray said the march would be centred on the national flag and solidarity with students, rather than political parties or personalities

From 5 am onwards, Route 411 will operate on a revised alignment in both directions. Buses will turn right from Wadala Depot onto Kidwai Road, proceed towards Wadala Station, continue via St Barrito Road, turn right at St Joseph Chowk, and then resume their normal route

In a video message shared on social media, Dipke said he had been unwell for the past few days and is currently undergoing treatment while continuing to support the movement

Actor and dancer Nora Fatehi has extended her support and solidarity with the protesting students over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. In a lengthy statement, Nora lauded the bravery and resilience of the students

Television star Deepika Singh has responded to online criticism after she faced backlash for allegedly receiving VIP treatment during her recent visit to Vrindavan.The actress shared a detailed video from another angle, assuring her fans that it was entirely misrepresented

The allegations were made by CJP activist Ashutosh Ranka in a social media post as the party continued its agitation over alleged examination irregularities and demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

Actress Akanksha Puri recently made some shocking claims, saying she was offered money and flight tickets to go to Jantar Mantar to support the CJP protest. She urged people to extend genuine support to students

The FIR was registered at the Kartavya Path Police Station based on the complaint of a police inspector posted there. It pertains to the violence that broke out on Rafi Marg, near Rail Bhavan and close to Parliament

According to Mahavitaran, the incident occurred at around 1 pm, when a flash was reported in the control room of the building's central air-conditioning system. The resulting smoke spread through the AC ducts, activating the building's fire alarm system

Amid the ongoing student protests, Jyotika penned a straightforward note calling out Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan asking him to resign. She also thanked CJP, saying that as a mother, she wants children to be like Abhijeet Dipke and Saurav Das

The two Thackeray cousins have announced a joint Tiranga march in Mumbai on Sunday in support of students and Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters protesting against the Centre over alleged examination irregularities

The emergency evacuation involved 54-year-old Balu Padalu, a resident of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, who suffered severe chest pain while visiting the Shri Vitthal-Rukmini Temple in Pandharpur

Heres a dekko of the six Indian restaurants that entered 50 Best Discovery list this year

TV actor Apara Mehta recently opened up about a terrifying incident from her early days when Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi was at its peak. The actress recalled getting mobbed, touched inappropriately and burnt with a cigarette

The IMD has issued rain and thunderstorm warnings for multiple states, including Uttar Pradesh and Bihar

Chris Anne Affleck, the mother of Academy Award-winning actors Ben Affleck and Casey Affleck, has died at the age of 83. Her family announced that she passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 2 after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in December

Actor and writer Manav Kaul was seen taking to the streets of Mumbai as he joined lakhs of protestors at the student protest in the city on July 24. The actor was seen cheerfully interacting with students and distributing water bottles to the demonstrators

As the nation rallies behind student protests, in this piece for mid-day, actor Renuka Shahane writes on how action, not lip service, is the need of the hour. She added that the response to the students protest should have been handled better