Meter Metres Higher: Heavy Toll on Mumbai’s Moving Soul

The steady, comforting click of the city’s meters will soon carry a heavier rhythm for millions of daily commuters. Kicking-off from September 1, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Transport Authority(MMRTA) will implement a revised fare structure for both autorickshaws and iconic black-and-yellow taxis. The minimum fare for a rickshaw ride will creep up from ₹26 to…

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Rajkumar Santoshi hosts interfaith screening of Batwara 1947

National Award-winning director Rajkumar Santoshi brought together a unique assembly of faith and cinema by hosting an exclusive special screening of his latest directorial venture,“Batwara 1947”, for eminent spiritual leaders representing diverse religious traditions. The special event aimed to transcend traditional theatrical boundaries, using the film’s powerful narrative on the pain and resilience of the…

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Arnab explores Mundhe’s fierce drive

In a riveting conversation that bridges the worlds of high-decibel journalism and quiet, unyielding administration, senior journalist Arnab Goswami sits down with the legendary IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe. Known across the nation as an administrative powerhouse, Mundhe has spent over two decades launching relentless crackdowns against corruption, moving through 21 years of service with the…

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Elon Musk advocates “Starlink” to connect India’s rural communities

Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has reaffirmed his commitment to launching “Starlink” in India, emphasizing the satellite internet service’s potential to transform connectivity for the nation’s most isolated populations.Musk stated that Starlink is uniquely positioned to bridge the digital divide by targeting “least-served” communities. These are regions where traditional fiber and cellular infrastructure remain logistically or…

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The ‘Tukaram Effect’

A thousand tracks, a sudden sweepTo guard the cups that riders keepIllegal drops and scraps are clearedSo safe and honest paths are steered IRCTC officials seized over 8,000 unauthorized water bottles and unapproved food items during an enforcement drive dubbed the ‘Tukaram Effect’. The crackdown targets illegal vendors across railway services to enforce catering regulations…

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Union Cabinet approves new high Court Bench in Ladakh to ease access to Justice

On August 20, 2026, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the establishment of a dedicated bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh within the Union Territory of Ladakh. Announced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the historic decision addresses long-standing local demands by bringing higher judicial infrastructure…

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