Dhirendra Shastri, head of Bageshwar Dham, has apologised for his remarks on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj after facing backlash in Maharashtra. He claimed his comments were twisted on social media and clarified his stance on dedicating children to the RSS.
South African spinner Keshav Maharaj has been signed by Mumbai Indians as a replacement for New Zealand's Mitchell Santner, who sustained a shoulder injury during a match against Chennai Super Kings.
The Allahabad High Court has requested the Uttar Pradesh government to respond to a petition filed by Ashutosh Maharaj, challenging the opening of his history sheet by the police. Maharaj, who is also involved in the Shahi Idgah-Krishna Janmabhoomi dispute, claims his name should be removed from the police surveillance register.
Spinner Keshav Maharaj stressed the importance of adapting quickly to conditions as South Africa prepares for a crucial T20 World Cup Super 8 match against the West Indies.
Customs officials at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport seized hydroponic weed valued at nearly 20 crore and USD 1 lakh in cash over two days.
A controversy has erupted in Latur, Maharashtra, over the accounting of donations collected for a religious event, with organisers alleging irregularities and filing a complaint with the police.
Riteish Deshmukh's Shivaji may not be a flawless portrayal, but still remains engaging throughout, applauds Mayur Sanap.
'Creating a film on Maharaj is beyond my capability. I believe that even if the finest directors in the world came together, no single film could ever truly do justice to our Maharaj.'
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has denied reports of a secret meeting with Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray, dismissing the claims as false news.
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma visit Vrindavan to seek blessings of Premanand Maharaj on Akshaya Tritiya, marking their first public appearance after a recent social media controversy.
'When a story is presented to you on a large screen, they will know there are a lot of things that are not shown in the history books.'
The legendary warrior king was born on February 19, 1630, at Shivneri Fort in Pune district.
A non-cognisable case has been registered against three individuals for conducting a pre-wedding photoshoot at prohibited locations within the historic Raigad Fort, a site of significant cultural importance associated with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
A teenager was fatally stabbed, and another was seriously injured in Thane after an altercation with a friend, who has been detained by police.
Oxford University Press India has issued an apology to Udayanraje Bhosale, a descendant of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, over 'unverified statements' made about the Maratha king in a book published over two decades ago. The apology addresses content in 'Shivaji: Hindu King in Islamic India' by James Laine, which sparked controversy and vandalism in 2004.
Rishikesh Police have booked a man posing as a seer for allegedly using artificial intelligence to create a fake photograph of himself with Vice President CP Radhakrishnan and circulating it on social media.
Customs officials at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport seized electronic items, cosmetics, cigarettes, and crude gold worth over Rs 1.79 crore from passengers arriving from Dubai, leading to one arrest.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has emphasised the need for the state police to enhance their preparedness in addressing modern challenges such as cybercrime and financial offences. He highlighted the importance of the police force in maintaining law and order and contributing to the state's economic progress during the closing ceremony of the 36th Maharashtra State Police Sports Competition.
A fire at the underground T2 Airport Metro Station in Mumbai caused a brief disruption to metro services and the evacuation of passengers. No injuries were reported, and normal operations have resumed.
Aamir Khan and his son Junaid Khan were seen at Wankhede Stadium enjoying the IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad. Junaid is promoting his upcoming film 'Ek Din'.
Mumbai Indians face a must-win clash against in-form Sunrisers Hyderabad at Wankhede as Hardik Pandya's struggling side look to revive their IPL 2026 campaign.
Riteish Deshmukh brings earnestness to the role, but the gravitas of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj calls for a towering presence, resonant voice and sharp, piercing gaze, which are somewhat missing in Raja Shivaji, notes Mayur Sanap.
Riteish Deshmukh's Raja Shivaji has become the highest-grossing Marathi opener ever, while Aamir Khan's Ek Din faced a disastrous opening at the box office.
Notorious drug trafficker Mohammad Salim Dola, a close aide of fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim, was brought to Mumbai from Delhi by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Wednesday evening.
Grammy-winning superstar Rihanna has made a high-profile return to Mumbai, captivating fans at the airport.
A murder convict from Kerala, who escaped from a hospital last year, has been arrested in Mumbai after being found disguised as a ragpicker.
Mohammad Salim Dola, a close associate of Dawood Ibrahim and a major drug trafficker, has been brought to Mumbai by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) after being arrested in Turkiye and granted transit remand by a Delhi court.
Bollywood is gearing up for a romantic May, with a diverse slate of films including romcoms, historical epics and family dramas.
Suryakumar Yadav was seen practicing in the nets ahead of Mumbai Indians' IPL match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, while Rohit Sharma's availability remains uncertain due to a hamstring injury.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar believes that with modern T20 batters constantly attacking, bowlers must adopt a defensive, tactical mindset even when the ball swings in the powerplay.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled a gold smuggling operation at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, arresting 24 female carriers and seizing a significant quantity of gold.
A 40-year-old domestic help has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly stealing gold jewellery from the house of an 82-year-old woman. Police recovered the stolen gold from her residence.
The Bombay High Court dismissed a petition by Faheem Ansari, acquitted in the 26/11 terror attacks case, seeking a police clearance certificate to drive an autorickshaw, citing ongoing surveillance due to alleged links with Lashkar-e-Taiba.
The Bombay High Court has upheld the police's decision to deny a clearance certificate to Fahim Ansari, acquitted in the 26/11 terror attack case, preventing him from driving an autorickshaw for livelihood, citing public safety and national security concerns.
Mumbai Indians will be looking to turn their fortunes around against Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial IPL clash. MI's campaign is at stake after a string of defeats, while SRH are in good form and aiming to continue their winning momentum.
A police constable in Jharkhand is under investigation for allegedly defrauding people of Rs 39.60 lakh by promising cheap auctions of seized vehicles.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 29.37 kg of gold worth Rs 37.74 crore from 24 women at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, uncovering a significant smuggling operation.
Pretoria Capitals' skipper Keshav Maharaj is excited to have greats Sourav Ganguly and Shaun Pollock as part of their coaching staff in SA20.
Sanjay Dutt, known for his 'Khalnayak' image, is set to return to the big screen as a historical antagonist in Raja Shivaji' and a rugged gangster in 'KD - The Devil'. This article ranks his most compelling villainous performances in Hindi cinema, highlighting his versatility in embracing darker roles.
South Africa defeated New Zealand by 19 runs in the fourth T20I to level the five-match series 2-2. Connor Esterhuizen's half-century earned him Player of the Match.
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