In view of the possible traffic snarls, as faithful throng roads in large numbers to witness the immersion processions, the city police will create a 'green corridor' for seamless movement of vehicles and connectivity between eastern and western suburbs, he said.
Nine were admitted to the state-run GT Hospital for suffering injuries or complaining of breathing difficulties due to excessive crowding.
Sarfaraz became the first cricketer to score a double century for Mumbai in the Irani Cup, solidifying his reputation as a formidable batsman.
The toll waiver will be in force from midnight on Monday, he said.
Rajnish Seth, Joint Commissioner of Police, (Law and Order), said, "There is always a high threat perception to the US President. Hence, a foolproof security arrangement has to be made. Also, we have to ensure minimum inconvenience to the public."
Daring maneuvers and breathtaking formations were on display at Mumbai's Marine Drive courtesy the Indian Air Force.
Musheer Khan's unbeaten 105 rescued India B after India A bowlers reduced them to 94 for seven on the first day of the Duleep Trophy match at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.
India play 2 Tests versus Bangladesh, followed by three against New Zealand before the big-ticket five Test Border Gavaskar Trophy against Australia Down Under.
Skipper Rohit Sharma asserted that the 'three hours' on Day 2, when they collapsed for a lowly 46 in the first Test against New Zealand.
For the team management, it is a choice between a younger man's (Sarfaraz) flamboyance and fearlessness versus a seasoned campaigner who has been a Test captain and is part of the national set-up for a decade now.
The Dahi Handi festival continues to have many heartwarming moments, discovers Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera.
A dazzling aerial rangoli appeared over Mumbai as 500 drones painted the night sky in spectacular harmony on Tuesday, November 14, 2023.
As Sunil Gavaskar touched another significant milestone in his life, turning 75 on Wednesday, there was an outpouring of good wishes for him
The Mumbai civic body and police have advised all people in the city and surrounding areas to stay indoors as much as possible.
India registered a hard-fought six-wicket win over arch rivals Pakistan, keeping their semi-final hopes alive in the Women's T20 World Cup.
Watching a young Sachin Tendulkar excelling against spinners Arshad Ayub and Venkatapathy Raju on a rank-turner in a Ranji Trophy match convinced him about the bright future of his junior teammate, recalled former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar.
Every year, thousands of Mumbaikars flock to hear Falguni Pathak sing and dance the garba in her presence.
Manjrekar, who has played 37 Tests and 74 ODIs, is one of the most respected cricket analysts and when asked about the legendary duo's future in T20Is post World Cup, he felt that it could be answered by the players themselves or the national chairman of selectors.
The city needs some autonomy, or it will continue to decline in all the ways that are familiar, observes T N Ninan
'Rohit Sharma shouldn't be viewed sentimentally or emotionally.'
Braving the downpour, Mumbaikars came together on Sunday to protest against the cutting of over 2,700 trees in Aarey milk Colony for the upcoming metro shed project.
Suryakumar's decision-making and awareness was also applauded by India's fielding coach T Dilip.
The 51-year-old Dravid's tenure as Head Coach ended with this T20 World Cup triumph. Dravid was appointed India coach in 2021.
The Maharashtra minister alleged that Muslim voters were convinced that Uddhav Thackeray had "forsaken" Hindutva ideologies and the ideals of Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray which led to them coming together to help the Congress and Shiv Sena-UBT candidates.
Still baffled by the Nassau County ground's unpredictable pitch, India captain Rohit Sharma on Saturday said he has no idea what to expect from it in the T20 World Cup clash against Pakistan
Rohit Sharma said the feeling of winning the World Cup that ended India's decade-long drought in global tournaments could not be described in words.
Nathan Lyon has already started his homework on rising batting sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal
The Mumbai police, who are on toes in view of the intelligence inputs about a possible terror attack by Khalistani elements, on Friday appealed to citizens to remain indoors and avoid New Year parties.
India skipper Rohit Sharma said it's time to move on from the euphoria of the T20 World Cup victory.
The BEST workers' union went on strike to press for their demands, including timely payment of salaries.
A round-up of the Ranji Trophy matches played on Saturday.
'I will win the election. The Congress and BJP are fighting for second place.'
Ashutosh Sharma revealed he didn't know where his career was heading during the time between 2020-22 when he fell out of favour with MP coach Chandrakant Pandit.
The victims were promised IT sector jobs in Thailand by an agent.
'What I am today as a cricketer because of the learning that I have had and that has all happened at Wankhede.'
Dahi Handi is celebrated on the day after Krishna Janmashtami. Young men and boys in the city create human pyramids to try and break a pot strung high up above them.
The US needs to understand that it could potentially lose out on attracting several Netravalkars in the future if it curbs the influx of such industrious Indian immigrants, argues Vishal Menon.
'And for some reason, I don't want to jinx it, but I think there's a big one coming up.'
Venkatesh and Shreyas unleashed their inner beasts, tearing apart the SRH bowling attack.
