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Uddhav's big hint amid buzz of Sena UBT-MNS tie-up

Uddhav's big hint amid buzz of Sena UBT-MNS tie-up

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray chief Uddhav Thackeray on Friday said whatever the people of Maharashtra wish will happen, comments coming amid intense speculation over possibility of an alliance between his party and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena led by his estranged cousin Raj.

Musheer, Mhatre, Raghuvanshi big buys in T20 Mumbai League

Musheer, Mhatre, Raghuvanshi big buys in T20 Mumbai League

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Young Mumbai cricketers like Musheer Khan, Ayush Mhatre, Suryansh Shedge and Angkrish Raghuvanshi were among the big buys in the initial round of auction for the third edition of T20 Mumbai League.

T20 Mumbai League: SKY, Iyer, Dube picked in draft

T20 Mumbai League: SKY, Iyer, Dube picked in draft

Rediff.com2 May 2025

India T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav was named the icon player for the Triumph Knights Mumbai NorthEast, while Shreyas Iyer went to SoBo Mumbai Falcons.

'After Marathi, Hindi Will Destroy Gujarati'

'After Marathi, Hindi Will Destroy Gujarati'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'I don't know whether the top Gujarati leaders of Indian politics (Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah) in Delhi realise that the narrative of HindiHinduHindustan will eventually destroy their own language too.'

Tata Sons chief urges safer skies after AI crash; panel probes causes

Tata Sons chief urges safer skies after AI crash; panel probes causes

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Addressing close to 700 employees and the leadership team across the Air India headquarters and Air India Training Academy in Gurugram, Chandrasekaran urged them to stay on course, terming the accident the most "heartbreaking" crisis of his career.

When Raj And Uddhav Met Each Other

When Raj And Uddhav Met Each Other

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

'If Uddhav bhau and Raj bhau come together, who can stop us?' Prasanna D Zore reports on the fervour and hope set off by the Thackeray cousins coming together.

Tourist hub Matheran shuts down indefinitely. Here's why

Tourist hub Matheran shuts down indefinitely. Here's why

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

The move has come after an organization 'Matheran Paryatan Bachao Sangharsh Samiti' (Save Matheran Tourism Struggle Committee) has called for the indefinite bandh due to growing menace of horse owners operating in the hill station.

'Religion Does Not Fail People. People Fail Religion'

'Religion Does Not Fail People. People Fail Religion'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

'What makes this tragedy even more painful is the attempt by some to weaponise it, to paint an entire community with the brush of guilt. This is not just irresponsible. It is dangerous.'

Image on TVs scared Saif suspect, planned to flee to Bangladesh

Image on TVs scared Saif suspect, planned to flee to Bangladesh

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

A Bangladeshi national, identified as Shariful Islam Shehzad Mohammad Rohilla Amin Fakir, has been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan. The suspect, who had been living in Mumbai for over five months, panicked after seeing his image on news channels and planned to flee to Bangladesh. Police tracked him down after analyzing CCTV footage and digital payment records.

Mumbai police to recreate crime scene at Saif's home

Mumbai police to recreate crime scene at Saif's home

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

The Mumbai police are likely to recreate the crime scene at the Bandra home of Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, who was repeatedly stabbed by an intruder. The accused, a 30-year-old Bangladeshi man, was arrested on Sunday morning from neighbouring Thane city. A court here remanded the accused, Shariful Islam Shehzad Mohammad Rohilla Amin Fakir, in police custody for five days.

Housing sales fall 19%, new supply drops 10% in Jan-Mar across top 8 cities: PropTiger

Housing sales fall 19%, new supply drops 10% in Jan-Mar across top 8 cities: PropTiger

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Housing sales declined 19 per cent annually in January-March across eight major cities to 98,095 units on high prices and lower launches, according to PropTiger. Real estate consultant PropTiger, which is part of REA India that also owns Housing.com, on Wednesday noted that rising property prices and slowing growth forced buyers to exercise caution.

Young IPL stars set to light up T20 Mumbai League

Young IPL stars set to light up T20 Mumbai League

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Mhatre, Raghuvanshi, Kotian star attractions as 280 players go under the hammer

How UPI payment, backpack led to Saif's attacker arrest

How UPI payment, backpack led to Saif's attacker arrest

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Shariful Islam Shehzad Mohammad Rohilla Amin Fakir, the man arrested for stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan, slept soundly after the attack and changed his clothes before heading to Worli, a police official said. The accused, a Bangladeshi national, had entered Khan's home in Bandra with the intention of theft. The police have remanded the accused in five-day police custody.

Dabba Cartel Review: High Five!

Dabba Cartel Review: High Five!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Dabba Cartel's reluctant black comedy in the body of a crime thriller starts out interestingly enough to accomplish its Narcos: Thane aspirations, notes Sukanya Verma.

Accused in Saif case entered India 7 months ago

Accused in Saif case entered India 7 months ago

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

A Bangladeshi national, arrested for the knife attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, entered India illegally seven months ago and used a fake Aadhaar card to procure a SIM card before moving to Mumbai, police said. The accused, Shariful Islam Shehzad Mohammad Rohilla Amin Fakir (30), was arrested from Thane for the stabbing incident at Khan's residence in Bandra. Fakir, who changed his name to Vijay Das, crossed the Dawki River to enter India illegally and used the Aadhaar card of a local man in West Bengal to procure a SIM card before moving to Mumbai in search of a job. He also tried to get an Aadhaar card for himself but failed. In Mumbai, he worked at places where he didn't need to furnish documents, with a labour contractor helping him get housekeeping work in pubs and hotels in Worli and Thane.

Raj Thackeray calls off agitation to enforce Marathi

Raj Thackeray calls off agitation to enforce Marathi

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray has asked his party workers to temporarily halt the agitation demanding the use of Marathi language in banks and other establishments. Thackeray said the agitation has been successful in raising awareness about the issue and that the government should now implement the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) norms on the use of local languages. He warned that the MNS will take action if the government fails to ensure the law is followed.

Man wrongly identified as Saif attacker lost job, marriage proposal

Man wrongly identified as Saif attacker lost job, marriage proposal

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Akash Kanojia, a driver from Thane, was detained by the Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Durg, Chhattisgarh, as a suspect in the attack on actor Saif Ali Khan. After the real attacker was arrested, Kanojia was released but claims the police's actions have "ruined" his life, causing him mental trauma, job loss, and a broken engagement. He says he wants justice for the ordeal.

Podium finish for Shinde, settles for silver

Podium finish for Shinde, settles for silver

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Eknath Shinde, a former auto-rickshaw driver, has emerged as a key leader in Maharashtra, culminating in his appointment as Deputy Chief Minister. His journey from a Shiv Sena rebel to a dominant figure in the state's politics is a testament to his resilience and political acumen. He gained popularity for his pro-people stance and his contributions to infrastructure projects and social welfare schemes, solidifying his position as a powerful player in the Mahayuti alliance.

'He went to see paradise on earth, but will now return home dead'

'He went to see paradise on earth, but will now return home dead'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

After retirement, Desle toured a couple of places but visiting Kashmir was his dream, said 60-year-old Nerkar who used to do yoga with his friend regularly.

Bullet train project completes 386 km pier foundation, 272 km viaduct

Bullet train project completes 386 km pier foundation, 272 km viaduct

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

The Bullet Train project between Mumbai and Ahmedabad has achieved significant progress with the completion of 386 km of pier foundation and 272 km of viaduct. Track laying is expected to begin soon as all other infrastructure work is ready.

Saif stabbing accused files bail plea, claims case fabricated against him

Saif stabbing accused files bail plea, claims case fabricated against him

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

The Bangladeshi national arrested for allegedly stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan after breaking into his Bandra house this January has moved a court in Mumbai for bail claiming he has been implicated in the case.

Day after mother's passing, retiring SC judge Oka delivers 11 verdicts

Day after mother's passing, retiring SC judge Oka delivers 11 verdicts

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Justice Abhay S Oka, known for his unwavering commitment to liberty and constitutional values, bid farewell to the Supreme Court of India. In his final address, he stressed his dedication to upholding constitutional liberties, emphasizing that it was his "honest endeavor" to fulfill the dream of the Constitution's framers. He also expressed gratitude to the bar and his colleagues for their support and shared heartfelt memories from his time on the bench. Justice Oka's departure marks the end of a distinguished judicial career spanning over two decades, during which he served as a judge of the Bombay High Court, Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court, and ultimately, as a Supreme Court justice.

India's job market sees 41% growth in Feb

India's job market sees 41% growth in Feb

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

India's job market continued its upward momentum in February, witnessing 41 per cent year-on-year growth mainly driven by freshers hiring, a report said on Thursday. In February, fresher hiring rose by 26 per cent year-on-year (YoY) reflecting sustained employer demand for entry-level talent, according to data by foundit (formerly Monster APAC and ME), Asia's jobs and talent platform.

Investors protest as investment firm shuts offices in Mumbai

Investors protest as investment firm shuts offices in Mumbai

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Hundreds of investors protested in Navi Mumbai after finding the office of an investment firm locked amid allegations of a scam. Many investors claimed they had invested their life savings in the company's schemes which promised them substantial returns over a decade. Protests erupted when several investors found the company's offices in Dadar, Mumbai, and Bhayandar in Thane district locked. A showroom of the firm in Mira Bhayandar area was also found shut since morning. Navi Mumbai Police personnel reached the spot and dispersed the crowd.

'Only Trump Can Unite Thackeray Brothers'

'Only Trump Can Unite Thackeray Brothers'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

'Like me there are crores of Marathi people in the state hoping for this miracle to work.'

No vindictive action against...: HC rejects PIL in Kunal Kamra case

No vindictive action against...: HC rejects PIL in Kunal Kamra case

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

The Bombay high court on Wednesday said the Maharashtra government has not taken vindictive action against any person for re-sharing or re-uploading stand-up comic Kunal Kamra's video in which he indirectly passed a 'traitor' jibe at Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.

Facial recognition identifies Shehzad as Saif's attacker

Facial recognition identifies Shehzad as Saif's attacker

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

A facial recognition test has confirmed that the face of the Bangladeshi man arrested for allegedly stabbing Saif Ali Khan matched with the person seen in the CCTV footage from the actor's building in Mumbai. Shariful Islam Shehzad Mohammad Rohilla Amin Fakir (30), arrested for the January 16 attack, was the same person seen in the CCTV footage from Satguru Sharan building in Bandra, according to police. The facial recognition technology played a key role in cracking the case. Shariful allegedly broke into the Bollywood star's 12th-floor apartment in the early hours of January 16 and stabbed him six times before fleeing the scene. He was arrested from neighbouring Thane city three days later. A Mumbai court on Wednesday remanded the accused to 14-day judicial custody. Following the knife attack, Khan was admitted to the nearby Lilavati Hospital, where he underwent two surgeries. He was discharged from the private hospital on January 21.

Nepal crash: Thane family's reunion trip meets tragic end

Nepal crash: Thane family's reunion trip meets tragic end

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Ashok Tripathi, 54, who ran a company in Odisha, and Vaibhavi Bandekar Tripathi, 51, who worked in a firm at Bandra-Kurla Complex in neighbouring Mumbai, had separated following court orders, an official from Kapurbawdi police station in Thane said on Monday.

History In 2 Minutes: Bombay's Benefactor

History In 2 Minutes: Bombay's Benefactor

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Nana Jagannath Shankerseth is one of the greats who made Bombay India's foremost city.

'We Will Make Kunal Kamra Regret His Words'

'We Will Make Kunal Kamra Regret His Words'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

'We don't believe in violence. Shiv Sena doesn't believe in violence. But...'

Kunal Kamra jokes on Shinde, Sena workers vandalise his show venue

Kunal Kamra jokes on Shinde, Sena workers vandalise his show venue

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Kamra taunted Shinde using a modified version of a Hindi song from the film Dil To Pagal Hai, eliciting laughter from the audience.

15 AAP candidates had sought Sena symbol but...: Shinde

15 AAP candidates had sought Sena symbol but...: Shinde

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

The Sena chief said he had to honour "yuti dharma".

'How Will I Survive Without My Monthly Withdrawals?'

'How Will I Survive Without My Monthly Withdrawals?'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

'I don't know when I will be able to access those funds.'

Nagpur violence: Rioters will be dug out from graves, says Fadnavis

Nagpur violence: Rioters will be dug out from graves, says Fadnavis

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has denied rumours that a cloth with Quranic verses was burnt during a protest in Nagpur. He attributed the subsequent violence to a planned attempt to disrupt social harmony and vowed to punish those who attacked police. Fadnavis stated that the violence was triggered by false rumours about the burning of a 'chadar' with Quranic verses during a protest demanding the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb.

Housing sales to fall 23% in Q1 in top 9 cities

Housing sales to fall 23% in Q1 in top 9 cities

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

Housing sales are estimated to decline 23 per cent annually to nearly 1.06 lakh units during January-March across nine major cities on subdued demand due to high prices and concern over economic growth, according to PropEquity.

'Terrorists wiped out our sindoor; but our armed forces...'

'Terrorists wiped out our sindoor; but our armed forces...'

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Arathy, daughter of N Ramachandran who was killed in a terror attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam, welcomed the Indian Army's "Operation Sindoor" and said it was a reply from the women of India. She said the loss cannot be compensated, but the operation is a kind of relief from the government and the army. Arathy's father was killed by terrorists in front of her while holidaying in Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22.

Custody of Saif Ali Khan's attacker extended till January 29

Custody of Saif Ali Khan's attacker extended till January 29

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

A Mumbai court has extended the police custody of the Bangladeshi man arrested for allegedly stabbing Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan at his home during a robbery attempt last week. The accused, Shareeful Islam Shehzad Mohammad Rohilla Amin Fakir (30), was produced before a magistrate's court in Bandra at the end of his previous remand. Police sought his custody for seven more days, arguing further investigation was required. The court granted the police plea and extended his custody till January 29.

Kambli Dances To Chak De In Hospital

Kambli Dances To Chak De In Hospital

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Despite undergoing treatment for health issues at a Thane hospital, Kambli was seen cheerfully dancing to the iconic Chak De song in his hospital room.

'I Used To Be Paid Rs 5 Or 10 To Play For Different Buildings'

'I Used To Be Paid Rs 5 Or 10 To Play For Different Buildings'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

He would often cross the railway tracks next to the Wankhede stadium just to catch a glimpse of the top Mumbai players. Today, a stand at that very stadium bears his name.

Shinde loyalist quits as Sena's Thane chief, says feels suffocated due to NCP

Shinde loyalist quits as Sena's Thane chief, says feels suffocated due to NCP

Rediff.com26 Jun 2022

In a letter addressed to Sena president Uddhav Thackeray, the former Thane mayor said Shivsainiks are feeling (politically) "suffocated" because of "Rashtravadi" (NCP) in the last two-and-a-half years.