MUMBAI: (Mar 4) Actor Rajshri Deshpande on Wednesday revealed she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer and said she is now recovering well following a successful surgery.
The actor, known for her critically acclaimed work in “Sacred Games” and “Trial by Fire”, shared the news in a post on Instagram alongside a photo from the hospital.
The actor said the post comes after she found the “courage” to tell her parents that she has been diagnosed with Infiltrating Ductal Carcinoma (NOS), a Grade 1 breast cancer.
MUMBAI: (Mar 4) The Maharashtra government is striving to promote bamboo cultivation across the state, highlighting its potential to generate rural employment, preserve traditional artisan skills, and reduce reliance on plastic, Forest Minister Ganesh Naik said on Wednesday.
The minister said government procurement rates for bamboo products will be considered to stabilise markets and encourage production.
Replying during a discussion in the legislative assembly, Naik said bamboo can now be cultivated in Konkan, Western Maharashtra, Vidarbha, Marathwada and Khandesh in the north-western part of the state
LONG BEACH (US): (Mar 4) It may seem that the US and the Middle East are currently embarking on yet another forever war. But the truth is that this is just the latest instalment of an undeclared military conflict between the two nations that has been ongoing since the 1980s.
For Americans, the war began in 1979, when Iranian students seized the US embassy in Tehran and held 52 diplomats hostage for 444 days. For
Iranians, it began with US support for the Shah and its subsequent backing of Iraq throughout the 1980-1988 Iran-Iraq war.
The conflict has claimed many civilian lives. On July 3 1988, the US warship Vincennes downed Iran Air Flight 655, a civilian flight bound for Dubai. The USS Vincennes misidentified the Airbus as a military aircraft and shot it down, killing all 290 people on board. More recently, on 28 February 2026, a US-Israeli missile hit a girls’ school in southern Iran, killing over 150 civilians, most of them children.
BHOPAL: (Mar 4) Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will celebrate his 67th birthday on Thursday as ‘prem-seva sankalp diwas’ ‘, as part of which he will launch coaching classes and mobile hospitals at various places in the state.
Chouhan is popular among his followers as ‘mama’ or maternal uncle, and the coaching classes and hospitals to be launched on his birthday will have this sobriquet in their names.
The former Madhya Pradesh chief minister will take five pledges centred on environment, service, assistance, education and talent promotion, a statement issued by his office said.
KOLKATA: (Mar 4) A political row broke out on Wednesday after senior BJP leader Sukanta Majumdar alleged that West Bengal minister Manas Bhuniya made objectionable remarks towards professors and students during a freshers’ welcome event at a college in Paschim Medinipur district.
In a post on X, Majumdar, who is also the Union minister of state for education, claimed that Bhuniya reprimanded students and faculty in an objectionable manner at the recent freshers’ programme at Sabang Sajanikanta Mahavidyalaya in his constituency. Bhuniya is also the president of the college’s governing body.
Majumdar, a former BJP state president, also shared a purported video clip showing the minister admonishing students and others.
A container transporting 20 tons of Parle-G biscuits overturned near Kharegaon Toll Naka in Kalwa, spilling diesel and disrupting traffic on the Nashik-Mumbai highway. No injuries were reported, and the road has been cleared.
Thane, March 3: A major traffic disruption occurred on the Nashik–Mumbai highway early Tuesday morning after a heavy container overturned near the Kharegaon Toll Naka in Kalwa. While the accident led to a diesel spill on the busy corridor, no casualties or injuries were reported.
The incident
The accident took place at approximately 4:09 AM on March 3, 2026. According to officials from the Regional Disaster Management Cell (RDMC) of the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC), an Ashok Leyland container (MH 46 AF 1009) was en route from Nashik to Nhava Sheva, Navi Mumbai.
The vehicle, owned by Mr Ramesh Zhagade and driven by Raees Ahmed, was transporting 20 tons of Parle-G biscuits. As the vehicle approached a sharp curve near the Kharegaon Toll Naka, the driver lost control, causing the massive trailer to turtle on the Mumbai-bound lane.
Emergency response
Upon receiving information from Traffic Police Constable Mr Bawdhane, a coordinated relief operation was launched. The following teams were dispatched to the site:
Thane Fire Brigade: One rescue vehicle.
RDMC: One pickup utility vehicle and specialised personnel.
Local Police: Two heavy-duty crane machines to clear the wreckage.
Hazard mitigation and traffic impact
The impact of the crash caused the container’s fuel tank to rupture, spilling a significant amount of diesel across the highway. To prevent secondary accidents caused by skidding, fire brigade jawans and RDMC staff promptly covered the oil slick with layers of soil.
While the Nashik–Mumbai traffic was initially reduced to a crawl, the situation was brought under control within a few hours. The overturned container was successfully uprighted and moved to the shoulder of the road using cranes.
An eco friendly Green Holi celebration was organised at Rajawadi Garden in Ghatkopar, promoting natural colours and water conservation. Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawade attended the event, where residents celebrated Holi of Flowers in the presence of MLA Parag Shah, highlighting sustainability and community participation.
An eco friendly Holi celebration brought colour and cheer to Rajawadi Garden in Ghatkopar, as residents gathered to mark what was described as a Green Holi in the heart of nature. Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawade was present at the event and shared glimpses of the initiative on social media.
The celebration moved away from the usual chemical colours and water intensive festivities, choosing instead a more sustainable approach.
Holi Of Flowers And Natural Colours
Organisers encouraged participants to bid farewell to synthetic colours and embrace a Holi of Flowers. The garden came alive with fragrant petals and the use of only natural colours, creating a vibrant yet environmentally conscious atmosphere.
Children, senior citizens and families joined in, celebrating without the fear of skin irritation or excessive water usage. The emphasis remained firmly on protecting the environment while preserving the festive spirit.
MLA Parag Shah Attends Event
MLA Parag Shah attended the programme as the chief guest, adding to the enthusiasm of the gathering. His presence was warmly acknowledged by attendees, who said such initiatives help spread awareness about responsible celebrations.
Holi greetings were extended to all present, with organisers expressing hope that more neighbourhoods would adopt similar eco friendly practices. The event stood as a reminder that tradition and sustainability can go hand in hand, offering joy without harming the environment.
MUMBAI: (Feb 25) The Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) on Wednesday criticised the Mumbai civic body’s Budget 2026-27, alleging it was designed to benefit contractors and terming it the BJP’s roadmap to loot citizens.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) proposed a budget outlay of Rs 80,952.56 crore for the financial year 2026-27, marking an 8.77 per cent increase over the 2025-26 budget estimate of Rs 74,427.41 crore.
Mumbai Congress president and MP Varsha Gaikwad claimed the civic body was burdened with liabilities of Rs 2.45 lakh crore, and Mumbaikars will be forced to bear the costs.
MUMBAI: (Feb 25) A committee with an official of the Additional Chief Secretary rank from the Urban Development Department will probe the alleged housing fraud in Navi Mumbai, minister Uday Samant announced in the legislative council on Wednesday.The inquiry will examine claims of bypassing norms to construct affordable houses, he said.
The Industries Minister has been authorised to respond to questions and calling attention motions in the state legislature’s Budget session on behalf of Deputy Chief Minister and Urban Development Minister Eknath Shinde.
PATNA: (Feb 25) Of the 14,699 children reported missing in Bihar last year, 7,772 have been traced, while efforts are ongoing to locate the remaining ones, officials said.
The statement of the police came after multiple posts related to alleged child-lifting incidents surfaced on social media.
“A total of 14,699 children were reported missing in Bihar in 2025. Of these, 7,772 have been traced, and efforts are ongoing to find the remaining 6,927 children,” the statement said.
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