Dharavi’s Kumbhars shape diyas through smoke, sweat and uncertainty as redevelopment looms, yet every glowing flame protects their heritage, holding memories, devotion, resilience and Diwali’s unbroken light. Generations stand guarding craft, culture and identity. Each burning

Lighting up hearts and homes — Mid-Day wishes everyone a Happy Diwali filled with joy, prosperity, and endless sparkle! ✨🪔

A video from the Amrit Bharat Express (Train No. 16601) surfaced showing disposable food containers being washed in the train sink and reused for the next round of servings. Railway staff and passengers raised concerns over hygiene and safety. Following the incident, IRCTC

Mumbai’s air quality deteriorated sharply over the weekend, making it the second most polluted city in the world, according to IQAir. The city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) ranged between 157 and 171, with some areas like Bandra-Kurla Complex recording AQI levels above 300,

A passenger at Jabalpur Railway Station faced an unusual situation when his UPI payment failed while buying a samosa. As his train began moving, he tried to leave without completing the purchase, prompting the vendor to grab his collar and demand payment. In a rush to catch his

Over 39,000 phones stolen in Mumbai this year have found their way to Bangladesh, as police uncover a cross-border racket refurbishing and reselling stolen devices. Authorities urge citizens to use the Sanchar Saathi portal to block stolen phones instantly, helping curb

Curious about your day? We’ve got your astrological forecast covered! Discover what the stars have aligned for Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. By: Shirley Bose Link: https://t.co/G9IXiAKGAT

Curious about your day? We’ve got your astrological forecast covered! Discover what the stars have aligned for Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. By: Shirley Bose Link: https://t.co/G9IXiAKGAT

Curious about your day? We’ve got your astrological forecast covered! Discover what the stars have aligned for Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. By: Shirley Bose Link: https://t.co/G9IXiALeqr

Curious about your day? We’ve got your astrological forecast covered! Discover what the stars have aligned for Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. By: Shirley Bose Link: https://t.co/G9IXiAKGAT

A minor fire broke out on Sunday evening in a ground-plus-one chawl at Mahakali Nagar, near Sacred Heart School in Worli. The blaze, caused by a short circuit in the meter room, was reported to the Mumbai Fire Brigade around 8.45 pm and confined to seven to eight hutments. Teams

On the occasion of Diwali, Mumbai’s iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) was illuminated with a special projection show organised by the Maharashtra Government’s Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change. The vibrant light display highlighted themes of

The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) has organised a grand Diwali fireworks show at Shivaji Park, Dadar. The celebration begins at 7:30 pm and will continue till October 25, lighting up the festive skies for Mumbaikars. VC: @ashishrane1

Toxic foam has accumulated on the Yamuna River at Kalindi Kunj, prompting environmental concerns. Authorities are using anti-foaming sprays to clean the river, highlighting ongoing pollution challenges in the waterway.  Source: ANI

A viral video from Mount Abu, Rajasthan, showing a leopard rummaging through a heap of garbage has triggered widespread concern about human impact on wildlife. Shared by IFS officer Parveen Kaswan, the video highlights how plastic waste and poor waste management are invading

Amid widespread confusion over this year’s Diwali date, the French Embassy in India joined the fun with a humorous post on X, sharing a playful video that quickly went viral. The embassy’s message? No matter the date, lights, joy, and sweets are guaranteed this festive season.

A policeman in Agra’s Khandaari area was suspended after a video showing him slapping a businessman’s driver during a vehicle check went viral on social media. The incident, captured on the car’s dashboard camera, sparked public outrage and prompted authorities to order a

Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire following a week of deadly border clashes that left dozens dead and hundreds injured. The truce was reached during peace talks in Doha, mediated by Qatar and Turkey. Both nations will hold follow-up meetings to ensure

At a rally in Mumbai’s Goregaon, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray accused the BJP of favouring select industrialists and alleged that nearly 96 lakh fake voters have been registered across Maharashtra. Thackeray challenged the Election Commission to halt

A spectacular Ramayana-themed drone show lit up Kartavya Path in New Delhi on the occasion of Dhanteras. The Delhi government organized the Diwali celebration for the public, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and her cabinet ministers in attendance. Source: ANI

Snow has blanketed the mountains along the Line of Control (LoC) in Tangdhar village of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district, painting the region in a pristine white layer as winter sets in. Source: ANI