Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper to launch in November – Check route, stops
Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper launch: Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper train is expected to launch in November via Kalaburagi. Check the proposed route, stops and travel time.
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A new Vande Bharat sleeper service between Bengaluru and Mumbai would add intercity rail capacity and improve connectivity, though the launch is still only expected and not confirmed.
The Indian Express
Tiger Shroff Firing: 4 Accused Brought to Mumbai's Anti-Extortion Cell
Four accused in the firing incident involving Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai's Juhu have been brought from Delhi to the Anti-Extortion Cell as police intensify their investigation.
Republic World
Tiger Shroff shooters surveyed Aamir Khan, Ranbir Kapoor’s houses too: Police
The two alleged shooters, both 18 and from Haryana’s Sonipat district, reportedly spent a month in Mumbai before the October 18 firing in Juhu. | Mumbai news
Hindustan Times
Mumbai Police issue notices to 24 ''X'' accounts over Sabeer Bhatia's documentary
Mumbai Police issue notices on October 18, days after the documentary, allegedly containing false and disparaging claims about PM Modi and industrialist Adani, sparked a row
The Hindu
Mumbai smog surpassing Delhi an ‘emergency’, HC asks how officials can sleep
Firecrackers were burst outside a south Mumbai police station in breach of its orders, the Bombay High Court said, warning that errant officers could face prosecution. BMC and MPCB chiefs must appear in person on October 26.
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Court pressure on the BMC and pollution board to appear in person may push stronger enforcement against air pollution and firecracker violations in Mumbai.
The Indian Express
As winter comes, a drought-hit district in Maharashtra fears the worst Tabassum Barnagarwala
From farmers and cattle breeders to sugar factories and migrant workers, no one is untouched by the crisis.
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Drought-hit farmers and cattle breeders in the district face losses as winter arrives with poor water and fodder conditions.
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Migrant workers and sugar factory labour are affected as the drought disrupts work and livelihoods in the region.
Scroll.in
SBI confirms data leak, says 4,000 customer records identified on dark web
MUMBAI: SBI has confirmed a data breach involving 3,897 customer records containing personal information, which were found on the dark web.
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Thousands of bank customers' personal records were exposed on the dark web, creating risk of fraud and loss of trust in the bank's data security.
Times of India
Months after two dead at Pune MIDC plant, CEO held
Kadam (60) is the eighth person to be arrested in the case, police said. Senior Inspector Vijayanand Patil of Talegaon MIDC police station confirmed Kadam was arrested on Tuesday.
- EmploymentHurts
The case concerns deaths at an industrial plant, and the CEO's arrest signals workplace safety failures that affect worker welfare and accountability at factories.
The Indian Express
Tiger Shroff firing accused also recceed Ranbir Kapoor's home: Sources
Mumbai Police said shooters accused in the Tiger Shroff firing case had also conducted a recce of Ranbir Kapoor’s Bandra residence, as the probe into the alleged Bishnoi gang-linked conspiracy widened.
India TodayMumbai Police issue notices to 24 'X' accounts over Sabeer Bhatia’s documentary
Mumbai Police have issued legal notices to 24 X account holders, days after they shared a controversial documentary posted by tech entrepreneur Sabeer Bhatia.
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Legal notices to social media account holders over shared content signal increased pressure on online speech and platform users in India.
The Tribune
‘Who’s U.S. blackmailing?’ asks Rahul Gandhi over timing of Epstein-Puri photo release
Opposition leaders question timing of a DoJ Epstein-Puri photo release amid Rubio’s Mumbai visit, accusing blackmail and scrutinizing Puri’s disclosures.
The Hindu
‘Should have verified facts,’ says Eknath Shinde after Jarange Patil’s Rs 500-crore allegation
Shiv Sena (UBT) demands investigation, says ED should summon Deputy CM for questioning.
The Indian Express
Mumbai to get 3 new bridges tomorrow: Sion reopens, Vidyavihar link 35 years in making
Mumbai’s Sion, Vidyavihar and Goregaon bridges are set to open to traffic today, adding key east-west links and easing congestion at busy junctions.
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Three new bridges add east-west road links and should ease traffic congestion at busy Mumbai junctions.
The Indian Express
Ranji Trophy: Kerala, Mumbai and Punjab win big, Jharkhand hold on for a draw
Jalaj Saxena and Mohit Avasthi take five-fors for innings wins, Uday Saharan follows his 161 with an unbeaten 40, and Shikhar Mohan’s 127 saves Jharkhand
The Indian Express
Road through Mumbai flamingo sanctuary buffer cleared, 680 mangroves to go
The coastal zone authority asked MMRDA to steer clear of the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary. MMRDA said there was no other route, and the 7-km road was cleared with its original alignment on September 24.
- EnvironmentHurts
Clearing 680 mangroves and encroaching on the buffer of a flamingo sanctuary reduces coastal ecosystem habitat.
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The 7-km road project proceeds with its original alignment, advancing transport connectivity in Mumbai.
The Indian Express
2 more taken into police custody in Tiger Shroff firing case, total now 10
Mumbai Police detained Jatin in Sonipat as the tenth accused in the Tiger Shroff car firing case. The probe is tracing the alleged weapons network, encrypted communications and attempted escape.
India Today
Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat sleeper may launch November 1; check timings, fares
Indian Railways’ second Vande Bharat sleeper train service is all set to start in the coming days.
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A new long-distance Vande Bharat sleeper service adds rail capacity and travel options between Bengaluru and Mumbai.
Times of India
Nysa Devgan, Rupali Ganguly, Tanisha Mukerji take part in Sindoor Khela, watch videos
Nysa Devgan, Rupali Ganguly, Tanisha Mukerji and Sumona Chakravarti joined devotees at a Mumbai Durga Puja pandal to offer prayers and take part in Sindoor Khela as the festivities concluded.
The Indian ExpressTiger Shroff firing: Attack allegedly ordered by Lawrence Bishnoi gang member Anil Pandit; 5 more held
Actor Tiger Shroff was fired upon allegedly at the behest of Lawrence Bishnoi gang member Anil Pandit, the Mumbai Police told a court on Wednesday, even as the probe expanded to unravel a firearm-supplying network and other aspects following the arrest of five more people.
The Tribune
UP bizman death case: Nagpur court grants UP cops transit remand for Shraddha Dubey
LUCKNOW: The Nagpur court on Wednesday granted three-day transit remand to the Uttar Pradesh Police for Shraddha Dubey and two other accused in the murder
Times of India