DRI officers intercepted two passengers on a Jaipur-Mumbai flight, seizing 9,487 grams of smuggled gold worth ₹7.69 crores. Acting on a tip-off, officers discovered the gold hidden in the aircraft. The duo, using fake identities, have been detained under the Customs Act, 1962. Further investigations are ongoing to dismantle the smuggling network. Read More
Bandra East MLA Zeeshan Siddique has criticised Shiv Sena (UBT) for fielding a candidate in his constituency for the upcoming Maharashtra polls. Recently suspended from Congress, Siddique suggests the lack of unity among allies Congress, Sena (UBT), and NCP (SP) in the opposition bloc Maha Vikas Aghadi. Read More
Officials discovered a scam at Bank of India’s Khairatabad branch involving Rs 4.4 crore in loans against fake gold ornaments. Employees, an authorised gold evaluator, and customers collaborated to commit the fraud. The issue came to light when a suspicious colleague revalued the pledged ornaments, revealing the scheme. Read More
Royal Enfield is set to unveil its first electric motorcycle at EICMA on November 4, 2024. Seen in Barcelona, the bike carries the brand’s retro design elements, featuring a round LED headlight, girder forks, and more. Further details on battery and range are expected soon. Read More
Cricket authorities face challenges balancing water needs for the sport and local communities facing shortages. Fans at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune protested the lack of drinking water amid scorching heat during an India-New Zealand Test match, highlighting the urgent need for improved water management and amenities in cricket venues. Read More
A tragic incident in Bengaluru saw a five-year-old boy, Suhas Gowad, die after falling into a water-filled, five-foot-deep lift shaft in an under-construction building. Following the incident, a negligence case has been filed against the building’s owner, Sunil. Locals protested, prompting safety barriers to be installed. Separately, Karnataka CM announced compensation for victims of... Read More
Rama Ekadashi, significant in Kartik month, will be observed on October 27, 2024, with rituals dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Observing the fast on this day is believed to absolve all sins, equating to the merit of a thousand Ashwamedha Yagyas, and rituals can include chanting, offering panchamrit, and evening prayers. Read More