Dipti Singh

Special Correspondent @mid_day. She covers education beat, also writes on climate change, environment and issues that are relevant to Mumbaikars.Twitter: @diptivsingh

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Death of an umpire

Prasad Malgonkar, 60, passes away while officiating an MCA-recognised Under-19 match at Cross Maidan... [Read More]

16 April,2025 08:20 AM IST | Mumbai | Subodh Mayure , Dipti Singh

Mumbai University faces heat over NEP rollout, protesters detained

Senate members and teachers accuse administration of haphazhard implementation of National Education Policy, reducing core subject focus, disrupting faculty workload, and curbing dissent ... [Read More]

16 April,2025 08:09 AM IST | Mumbai | Dipti Singh

Mumbai weather

Experts call for urgent action amid heatwaves, say tailored plan is necessary

India’s leading heatwave expert says Mumbai must go beyond advisories to protect vulnerable populations as climate extremes intensify in city... [Read More]

15 April,2025 07:56 AM IST | Mumbai | Dipti Singh

Mumbai weather updates: ‘Nothing really works against this heat’

As Mumbai roasts in record heat, those who work on the streets, live in flimsy homes speak about how unbearable things have become; Mumbai experienced more than 10 heatwave days—a massive leap from the one or two recorded annually just a decade ago... [Read More]

14 April,2025 09:29 AM IST | Mumbai | Dipti Singh

Mumbai weather updates: City set for pleasant break from heatwave conditions

Weather likely to stay cloudy for next three days, though no unseasonal rain is expected for now; The city’s weather, which had settled into a hot and humid pattern over the past few days, has once again shifted, this time, offering a temporary sigh of relief to residents... [Read More]

11 April,2025 07:51 AM IST | Mumbai | Dipti Singh

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IN PHOTOS: ED raids premises of Rajasthan Congress leader Khachariyawas

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday raided the premises of Rajasthan Congress leader and former minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas and Punjab AAP MLA Kulwant Singh as part of a Rs 48,000-crore PACL Ponzi "fraud"-linked money laundering probe, official sources said. Pics/PTI... [Read More]

15 April,2025 09:46 PM IST

Spotted in the city: Malaika Arora, Akshay Kumar, Shilpa Shetty & others

Spotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]

15 April,2025 08:36 PM IST

IN PHOTOS: DRDO's successful trial of long-range glide bomb

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted the release trials of long-range glide bomb "Gaurav" from the Sukhoi aircraft. Pics/videograbs of visuals shared on X by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh... [Read More]

11 April,2025 08:03 PM IST

IN PHOTOS: Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan meets PM Modi

Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum met PM Modi, Rajnath Singh, Piyush Goyal and other leaders during his visit to India. Pics/PTI... [Read More]

09 April,2025 05:15 PM IST

Spotted in the city: Aly Goni, Reem Shaikh, Nia Sharma & others

Spotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]

08 April,2025 08:53 PM IST

Bollywood divas-inspired stunning ethnic outfits to elevate your Eid look

It’s time to put your best traditional fashion foot forward this Eid! Bollywood divas have consistently served major fashion goals in ethnic wear, and this festive season is no exception. Take cues from B-town’s finest on how to bring elegance and glamour to your Eid wardrobe.... [Read More]

29 March,2025 02:10 PM IST

In Pics: Film personalities who joined the Studio Ghibli trend

Ever since OpenAI released its GPT-4o update, social media platforms like Meta`s Instagram and Elon Musk’s X have been flooded with Ghibli-style images. Indian film celebrities have now hopped onto the trend... [Read More]

28 March,2025 08:23 PM IST

Spotted in the city: Kartik Aaryan, Ishaan Khattar, Neetu Singh & others

Spotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]

25 March,2025 08:50 PM IST

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Nyra Banerjee, Eisha Singh, & TV Celebs Grace Sara-Afreen Khan’s Iftar Bash

Sara and Afreen hosted a lavish Iftar party for their close friends and family, creating a warm and festive atmosphere. During the event, the couple also held a mini press conference, where they shared their thoughts on Bigg Boss 18, discussing how they believe the game has concluded. Sara opened up about facing trolling when meeting former contestants, like Kashish. They also emphasised how Iftar is a beautiful tradition of reconnecting and sharing a meal together. The celebration was graced by several TV celebrities, including their fellow Bigg Boss 18 housemates Nyra Banerjee, Muskan Bamne, Eisha Singh, Shehzada Dhami, and more... [Read More]

22 March,2025 08:56 PM IST

Disha Salian’s Case: Shiv Sena leader's sensational claims on Aaditya Thackeray

In a major update on the Disha Salian murder case, Shiv Sena leader Naresh Mhaske has made sensational claims on Aaditya Thackeray’s friend circle and how Sanjay Raut always opposed it. The lawyer of Disha Salian’s father claimed that there were eyewitnesses who had seen Aditya Pancholi, Dino Morea, Aaditya Thackeray and his bodyguards gang-raping Disha Salian. In this matter, Shiv Sena leader Naresh Mhaske has urged the phone records to be checked of Ekta Kapoor, Dino Morea and Aditya Pancholi. ... [Read More]

22 March,2025 03:20 PM IST

Disha Salian’s Death Case: Minister Nitesh Rane makes shocking claim

Raining fire at the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane on Thursday accused the MVA of trying to cover up the facts about the death of Disha Salian. The manager of late Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput, Disha Salian was found dead on June 8th 2020. It was alleged that she died by suicide, however, Disha’s father Satish Salian recently stated that she was gang-raped and murdered. Satish Salian on 19th March moved the Bombay High Court seeking a fresh investigation into the death of his daughter, also a FIR and CBI probe against Aaditya Thackeray. Nitish Rane said that eventually, the "truth will come out in court.”... [Read More]

21 March,2025 01:04 PM IST

Sanjay Raut slams Disha Salian Petition, Defends Aaditya Thackeray

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut, on March 20, dismissed the allegations made by Disha Salian’s father, who has called for a fresh investigation into her death and the interrogation of UBT leader Aaditya Thackeray. Raut strongly criticized those attempting to politicize the case, accusing them of trying to damage the reputation of Aaditya Thackeray and Shiv Sena (UBT). Raut stated that after reviewing the police investigation, he believes Disha Salian`s death was an accident, not a murder. He also pointed out that Salian`s father had filed a petition five years after the incident. "The politics behind this petition is clear. These people couldn`t succeed with the Aurangzeb issue, and now they are trying to use the Disha Salian case to divert attention. This is dirty politics, and it is damaging the state`s reputation," Raut said. He emphasized that these attempts were aimed at tarnishing the name of a young leader who has been working for the state.... [Read More]

20 March,2025 05:27 PM IST

Lawyer reveals shocking details related to Disha & Sushant's death

Disha Salian’s father’s lawyer dropped bombshells in a press conference on March 20, 2025, revealing shocking new details about the deaths of Disha Salian and Sushant Singh Rajput. Nilesh Ojha, speaking on behalf of Disha’s father, boldly claimed that both Disha and Sushant were murdered, not suicides as previously suggested. The lawyer’s explosive statements in Mumbai are set to stir up even more controversy and reignite the debate around the mysterious deaths of the two celebrities.... [Read More]

20 March,2025 03:37 PM IST

Ajay Devgn Talks Pressure, Trolls & Rekha’s Shares Shayaris

Bollywood star Ajay Devgn attended the music success party for the upcoming film Pintu Ki Pappi, backed by choreographer Ganesh Acharya. At the event, the Singham Again star extended his best wishes to the cast and crew, emphasizing how the pressure on the younger generation is real. He encouraged them not to take trolls seriously and to stay focused on their work. Veteran actress Rekha, who was also present, graced the event by sharing some of her beautiful poetry... [Read More]

11 March,2025 05:32 PM IST

Manipur unrest: Women hold sit-in protest urging government to end violence

On March 9, women from Thongju Bokul Makhong Village in Manipur organized a sit-in protest to express their anger and concern over the ongoing violence in the state. They demanded that the central government take immediate steps to end the prolonged unrest and restore peace. The protesters also urged authorities to address the root causes of the conflict and ensure the safety of all citizens. The protest comes months after deadly ethnic clashes erupted in Manipur, leading to widespread destruction and loss of life. In response to the escalating violence, President’s rule was imposed in the state, but the situation remains tense, with sporadic clashes continuing in various regions. The women at the protest called for stronger measures to curb the violence and bring stability to the state.... [Read More]

10 March,2025 12:33 PM IST

12 deaf-mute students overcome odds to ace Maharashtra SSC exams

In the bustling streets of Kurla, 19-year-old Salik Kotwal is preparing for a life-changing moment. Once, even passing school seemed impossible to him. But today, as he gets ready for his SSC board exams, that dream of completing his higher education and securing a job in a corporate company feels closer than ever. Salik is among 12 students, all of whom are deaf and mute, taking on a challenge that once seemed too great. These young students are preparing to take their SSC exams, and for many of them, it’s the first time they will attempt the English language paper. For students like Salik, learning English has never been easy. But thanks to the incredible dedication of the teachers at TEACH (Training and Educational Centre for Hearing Impaired), these students have been given a chance they never had before. TEACH is a Mumbai-based charitable trust committed to providing higher education opportunities to students with hearing and speech impairments. Through patient, personalized training, they’ve helped these students learn English, a subject that many thought would remain out of their reach. Aman Sharma, co-founder of TEACH, discussed the hurdles and limitations that deaf and mute students face in accessing higher education. The journey hasn’t been easy, but these students have overcome obstacles with strength and resilience... [Read More]

24 February,2025 04:00 PM IST

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