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Rhea shifted from NCB office to Byculla jail

Rhea shifted from NCB office to Byculla jail

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

Shortly after her arrest on Tuesday in a drugs case linked to her boyfriend and actor Sushant Singh Rajput's death, she was sent in judicial custody till September 22 by a local court.

19 dead as building collapses in Mumbai's Kurla

19 dead as building collapses in Mumbai's Kurla

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

A wing of the building, located in Kurla, collapsed around midnight, officials said, adding that its another wing was also likely to crash and was vacated.

Asha on Lata: 'Didi always got her way'

Asha on Lata: 'Didi always got her way'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

'Whatever we are today, if playback singers are here even today, and that includes me, it is because of Didi.'

After dry spell, Mumbai wakes up to heavy rain

After dry spell, Mumbai wakes up to heavy rain

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

The India Meteorological Department on Tuesday had predicted heavy rainfall for the next two days due to what it called cyclonic circulation around the maximum city.

Dilli Abhi Door Ast

Dilli Abhi Door Ast

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

Regional films may have prevailed over the country, but regional leaders still have far mountains to climb to reach Delhi, asserts Shreekant Sambrani.

Dharavi man, who attended Markaz event, dies; toll at 8

Dharavi man, who attended Markaz event, dies; toll at 8

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

All the new patients -- three males and two females -- are from the Mukund Nagar locality of Dharavi.

India's active Covid cases lowest in 196 days, recovery rate at 97.86%

India's active Covid cases lowest in 196 days, recovery rate at 97.86%

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

India logged 26,727 new coronavirus infections taking the total tally of COVID-19 cases to 3,37,66,707, while the active cases declined to 2,75,224, the lowest in 196 days, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Friday.

'In Sagar Sarhadi's death, we lost a powerful voice'

'In Sagar Sarhadi's death, we lost a powerful voice'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

'I'm very proud of having worked with one of the finest minds of India and Indian cinema.'

Nisarga: Next few hrs critical for Mumbai, says Maha minister

Nisarga: Next few hrs critical for Mumbai, says Maha minister

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

'Though the threat posed to Mumbai by the cyclone has reduced, the next few hours will be quite crucial. The cyclone can have influence over an average of 200 km from its eye,' Thorat tweeted.

Heavy rains continue in Mumbai; train, bus services hit

Heavy rains continue in Mumbai; train, bus services hit

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

Mumbai has been witnessing heavy rains since Wednesday.

Heavy rain causes flooding in several areas of Mumbai

Heavy rain causes flooding in several areas of Mumbai

Rediff.com5 Jul 2020

According to the India Meteorological Department, as of 8.30 am on Sunday, Thane reported 28 cm of rain, Santacruz 20.1 cm, and Colaba 13 cm.

IMD forecasts 'extremely heavy' rainfall in Mumbai, Pune

IMD forecasts 'extremely heavy' rainfall in Mumbai, Pune

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

The red alert was issued for the second consecutive day. Rains have been lashing Mumbai and adjoining districts since Tuesday night.

Watch: Alka Yagnik sings for Jatin-Lalit

Watch: Alka Yagnik sings for Jatin-Lalit

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Jatin-Lalit are back!

Monsoon hits Mumbai with a bang; IMD issues red alert

Monsoon hits Mumbai with a bang; IMD issues red alert

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

Heavy rains lashed Mumbai and its suburbs on Wednesday, causing flooding on roads and rail tracks and disrupting suburban train services as the south-west monsoon arrived in the city with a bang, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an alert for more downpour.

Govt mulling another package to lessen lockdown impact

Govt mulling another package to lessen lockdown impact

Rediff.com5 Apr 2020

If a package is announced, it would be the third major initiative by the government to tackle the challenges thrown up by the rapid spread of coronavirus.

PHOTOS: Trail of destruction left behind by Cyclone Nisarga

PHOTOS: Trail of destruction left behind by Cyclone Nisarga

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

Cyclone 'Nisarga' has made landfall near Alibaug on Maharashtra coast with the wind speed of more than 110 km per hour and heavy rainfall, leading to falling of many trees and electricity poles, a Raigad district official said.

Why are these doctors selling fruits?

Why are these doctors selling fruits?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

It's their unique way to protest irregularity in payment of stipends.

Rotocross for two and four-wheelers in Mumbai

Rotocross for two and four-wheelers in Mumbai

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

Here's a chance for motorsports enthusiasts to parade their driving skills. On Sunday, January 29, the Rotary Club of Deonar, in association with Sportscraft, will stage a Rotary Rotocross for two and four-wheelers at the Somaiya grounds in Sion East, Near Chunabhatti Rly Station, Sion, Mumbai.

Rain wreaks havoc in Mumbai: Flights, trains delayed; roads flooded

Rain wreaks havoc in Mumbai: Flights, trains delayed; roads flooded

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

Incessant rains since the wee hours of Friday threw normal life out of gear in Mumbai

Mumbai's mental health crisis: 31% seek help for disorders

Mumbai's mental health crisis: 31% seek help for disorders

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Psychological disorders top patients' list at Mumbai civic hospitals.

Dharavi records 6 new COVID-19 cases, total cases 13

Dharavi records 6 new COVID-19 cases, total cases 13

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

Dharavi is one of the biggest slums in Asia where nearly 15 lakh people live in small shanties, making it one of the most congested areas of the metropolis.

Threat of surface Covid transmission increases in winter

Threat of surface Covid transmission increases in winter

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

Scientists have used virus-like particles to predict how environmental factors affect the survival of the novel coronavirus on surfaces, and found that the COVID-19 virus may remain infectious longer as temperatures drop in winter.

7-yr-old drowns in Mumbai drain; 3rd such death in a week

7-yr-old drowns in Mumbai drain; 3rd such death in a week

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

He was rushed to the Sion hospital, where he was declared brought dead, the official said.

Coolie No 1 review

Coolie No 1 review

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

Coolie No 1 is a cheap comedy for silly people, asserts Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Heavy rains lash Mumbai; rail, road, air traffic hit

Heavy rains lash Mumbai; rail, road, air traffic hit

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

Disaster management authorities have warned about very heavy rainfall over the next 24 hours.

Death of COVID-19 patient fuels fear in Dharavi slum

Death of COVID-19 patient fuels fear in Dharavi slum

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

A whopping 15 lakh people live in small shanties dotting the narrow bylanes of Dharavi, making it one of the most congested areas of Mumbai.

Heavy showers pound Mumbai, Thane; 3 killed in rain-related incidents

Heavy showers pound Mumbai, Thane; 3 killed in rain-related incidents

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

Mumbai received 231.4 mm rain in the last 24 hours, while Thane received 229.81 mm.

PIX: Javed Akhtar, Sonu Nigam, Shaan pay tribute to RD Burman

PIX: Javed Akhtar, Sonu Nigam, Shaan pay tribute to RD Burman

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

The music fraternity came together to honour the late legend.

Heavy rains return to Mumbai; rail, road, air traffic hit

Heavy rains return to Mumbai; rail, road, air traffic hit

Rediff.com8 Jul 2019

The suburban areas received around 20 mm rainfall in just three hours starting 8.30 am, an official at the India Meteorological Department's centre in Mumbai said.

After heavy downpour, Mumbai limps back to normalcy

After heavy downpour, Mumbai limps back to normalcy

Rediff.com3 Jul 2019

The Central Railway has decided to operate its suburban services in Mumbai division on Sunday time table, which means it will ply fewer trains, compared to weekdays when trains are run in full capacity.

PHOTOS: 1st spell of monsoon shower submerges Mumbai

PHOTOS: 1st spell of monsoon shower submerges Mumbai

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

Eight people were killed and five injured in rain-related incidents across Maharashtra where several parts were lashed by heavy rains on Friday.

May ask for Central 'manpower' to give rest to police: Uddhav

May ask for Central 'manpower' to give rest to police: Uddhav

Rediff.com8 May 2020

'This doesn't mean that Mumbai will be handed over to the army'

Five injured in explosion on Mumbai local train

Five injured in explosion on Mumbai local train

Rediff.com15 Mar 2008

A gas bottle carried by one of the passengers exploded inside a Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus-bound local train standing on the platform number two of the Sion station in Mumbai, injuring five people. The nature of the gas in the bottle was not immediately known, railway sources said.

Heavy rains cripple Mumbai; more downpour expected on Tuesday

Heavy rains cripple Mumbai; more downpour expected on Tuesday

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

It is the highest rainfall of the season so far in 24 hours.

IMD predicts heavy rainfall in country next week

IMD predicts heavy rainfall in country next week

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

Very light rains and thundershowers occurred at isolated places in Uttar Pradesh though, and a fresh warning of heavy showers was issued in Himachal Pradesh as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely in several parts of the country, including the northern region, over the next six-seven days.

Why Mumbai's mayor has become a nurse again

Why Mumbai's mayor has become a nurse again

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

'It is time to give back to this city that has given me so much.'

Eating out? Be ready to pay more for your favourite dish

Eating out? Be ready to pay more for your favourite dish

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

Restaurant owners say the skyrocketing prices of onions has made things difficult for them to run the business and they are left with no other option but to pass it on to the customers.

Strike called off in Maharashtra, but doctors still to resume work

Strike called off in Maharashtra, but doctors still to resume work

Rediff.com24 Mar 2017

Resident doctors in Maharashtra are yet to resume work despite an appeal by an association representing them to join duty and intervention of the Bombay high court.

The Mangeshkars honour one of their own

The Mangeshkars honour one of their own

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

The Family salutes the Legend.

Renowned journalist, writer Arun Sadhu dead

Renowned journalist, writer Arun Sadhu dead

Rediff.com25 Sep 2017

He was known for his work in Mumbai Dinank, which was his first novel, and the book Simhasan, which was adapted into a Marathi film.