Salman Khan's security has been significantly upgraded following a shooting incident outside his Mumbai residence nine months ago. The balcony of his Galaxy Apartment has been fitted with bulletproof glass as part of these enhancements. This follows the October 2023 killing of former Maharashtra MLA Baba Siddique and comes after ongoing threats from gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, which led to heightened security since November 2022. Additionally, Salman has been authorized to carry a personal firearm, acquired an armoured vehicle, and added a bulletproof Nissan Patrol SUV for further protection.
07 January,2025 09:58 PM IST
A grade L1 fire erupted in the ONGC colony of Bandra East today on Saturday. The incident took place at around 2:36 pm and it gutted around 20 to 25 huts. "The blaze was reported to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) at 2:59 pm," the officials said. Following the information, the Mumbai Fire Brigade officials rushed to the spot and declared the blaze to be a Level I fire call at 2:57 pm, they said. So far no injuries have been reported in the incident, the officials said.
04 January,2025 04:57 PM IST
Sohail Khan and Seema Sajdeh's son, Nirvaan Khan, celebrated his 24th birthday last night with a star-studded bash at his aunt Arpita Khan Sharma's newly opened restaurant, Mercii, in Mumbai. The celebration was attended by a host of Bollywood A-listers, including Salman Khan, Suhana Khan, Malaika Arora, Aditi Rao Hydari, Ibrahim Ali Khan, Zeeshan Siddique, Aayush Sharma, Orry, Dia Mirza, Kartik Aaryan, Sanjay Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Fardeen Khan, Bhavana Pandey, Maheep Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Sonali Bendre, Ektaa Kapoor, and many more, making it an unforgettable evening of glamour and celebration.
16 December,2024 08:38 PM IST
BJP MP Ravi Kishan spoke to the media on November 26 in Lucknow, criticizing the opposition for questioning EVMs (Electronic Voting Machines) after the Maharashtra Assembly poll results. He said the opposition only raises doubts about EVMs in states where they lose, calling them "boka" (brainless). Kishan also mentioned Karti Chidambaram, son of former Finance Minister P. Chidambaram, who rejected the claims of EVM tampering. Regarding the Sambhal violence, Kishan condemned the stone-pelting incident involving officials who visited the area under court orders. He said such actions were wrong and urged local leaders not to instigate youth into violence. He appealed to Muslim youth to stay peaceful and respect court orders, stressing that no one should engage in violence. Watch video.
26 November,2024 10:39 AM IST
If you have not faced auto-rickshaw bullying, high traffic congestion and choking from the pollution at BKC, it is highly likely you are not a regular commuter in this area. Ask any commuter about the pain of travelling or working at Mumbai’s costliest real-estate areas, and the discussion might not end soon. The problems are not new but have rather got worse with time as commuters accept it as a part and parcel of working in this posh area. What puts BKC in danger and why is it losing its shine? Take a look.
16 November,2024 01:25 PM IST
In a crucial interview with Mid-Day, Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Varun Sardesai addresses the key challenges facing the Vandre (Bandra) East constituency in the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024. From the high-stakes redevelopment issues in slum areas and SRA schemes, to traffic congestion in the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Sardesai outlines his plans for housing, infrastructure, and public transport improvements. He also emphasizes his commitment to tackling water supply and contamination and air pollution issues resolve the problems of people, especially for marginalized communities. As a key aide to his cousin Aaditya Thackeray, Sardesai’s candidacy is a test of the Thackeray family's influence and the Shiv Sena (UBT)'s resolve.
11 November,2024 12:23 PM IST
In an emotional interview with Mid-Day, Zeeshan Siddique recalled the heartbreaking day his father, Baba Siddique, passed away. Struggling to come to terms with the loss, Zeeshan shared how every day feels like a painful reminder. Despite the immense grief, he highlighted how his father’s love and protection stayed with him even in his final moments. A touching story of love, loss, and the bond between father and son.
11 November,2024 12:22 PM IST
In this Mid-Day interview, sitting MLA Zeeshan Siddique, now an NCP (Ajit Pawar faction) candidate, shares his vision for Bandra East amidst the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections. Zeeshan discusses key issues, from stalled redevelopment in slum areas like Behrampada to inadequate housing and persistent traffic and water problems. Emphasizing his ongoing work in infrastructure, pedestrian safety, and job creation for local youth, Siddique highlights the impact of delayed SRA projects and the challenges of air pollution near BKC. As he seeks re-election, Zeeshan stresses his commitment to tackling these pressing issues for his constituents.
11 November,2024 12:21 PM IST
Aslam Shaikh, MLA from Malad West, halted the ongoing land survey for the Dharavi redevelopment project in Aksa village, Malad West, by involving the local residents and leading the protest. In a bold move, Sheikh also challenged BJP leader Ashish Shelar to allow Dharavi residents to settle in Bandra, questioning the sincerity of the opposition's stance on the issue.
06 November,2024 05:25 PM IST
Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Varun Sardesai, running for the Bandra East Assembly seat, expressed confidence in the party's support from local residents. He noted that Shiv Sena (UBT) has traditionally held influence in Bandra East, and, with Congress now allied under Maha Vikas Aghadi, he expects strong backing in the constituency. Sardesai predicted that election results would affirm Shiv Sena (UBT) as the leading party in the area.
05 November,2024 12:33 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
