India has thousands of IAS officers, but only a few become household names because of the visibility of their work. Tukaram Mundhe is currently one of them. His strict administrative style and recent food-safety enforcement in Maharashtra have generated significant public attention. From inspections and enforcement actions to scrutiny of businesses, his approach has sparked…
Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Ben Cohen has publicly urged veteran actress Kareena Kapoor Khan to cut her corporate ties with Unilever and its ice cream brand Magnum, citing the conglomerate’s suppression of dissent regarding the war in Gaza. Ben Cohen took to social media to call out the long-standing partnership between the Indian actress and…
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has announced a policy ensuring the state will fully fund the lifetime care of retired police dogs, allowing them to remain with their handlers rather than being put up for adoption. Under the new mandate, the state government will cover all food and medical expenses for these dogs following their…
While Raveena Tandon was born into a Bollywood family, her journey to stardom took a uniquely grounded path. The daughter of filmmaker Ravi Tandon and his wife Veena whose names beautifully blend to form her own Raveena grew up with deep roots in Indian cinema, which also included her maternal uncle, the legendary character actor…
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…
In a major setback for the opposition, former MumbaiMayor Vishakha Raut is on the verge of losing her seat in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Recent political alignments and evolving electoral dynamics have significantly altered the landscape, placing the veteran leader’s position in severe jeopardy. This unexpected development is poised to reshape the balance of…
Rekha remains one of Indian cinema’s most mysterious and fascinating stars. Even today, when she appears in public wrapped in magnificent Kanjeevaram sarees and layered in jewellery, she carries an unmistakable regal elegance. Her lifestyle looks straight out of a royal palace, sparking continuous fascination about the foundation of her enduring wealth.Media reports estimate Rekha’s…
Maharaahtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis strongly endorsed the state Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) aggressive statewide crackdown on food adulteration and safety violations, declaring that compromising food standards directly endangers public health and will not be tolerated. Fadnavis termed the state-wide inspections a “good step,” noting that any breach of food safety norms creates a…
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…
The Press Club of India issued a formal statement on Thursday clarifying that it did not organize or sponsor an event on its premises where a cutout of Prime Minister Modi was worshipped and a ‘Modi Chalisa’ was recited.According to the club, a hall inside its building was rented by an outside organization strictly to…
