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House Sparrows Are Disappearing From Indian Cities and What Their Decline Signals About Urban Life

A species built for human proximityPasser domesticus evolved alongside human settlements. For roughly 10,000 years, it has lived in the gaps we leave, roof eaves, wall cavities, the space behind a loose brick. Unlike migratory birds that pass through, the house sparrow is a resident. It does not leave a…

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Mumbai Weather Today: IMD warns of heavy rain, strong winds; local trains running normally as BMC debunks viral holiday rumour

Mumbai experienced a brief respite from heavy rains on Tuesday. The India Meteorological Department forecasts intermittent heavy to very heavy rainfall for Wednesday. Gusty winds and a high tide are also expected, prompting caution in low-lying areas. Authorities have debunked fake messages regarding school and office closures. Local train services…

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Why Your Bridal Mehendi Skin Prep Should Start 3 Months Before the Wedding Ceremony

Why the Colour Starts Long Before the ConeHenna dye, lawsone, binds to the keratin protein in the outermost layer of your skin. The richer that layer, the deeper the molecule penetrates, and the darker the stain. Skin that is dehydrated, exfoliated too aggressively, or stripped by harsh soaps has a…

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The Pre-Wedding Skincare Mistakes That Leave Indian Brides With Dull Skin on the Big Day

Starting a New Routine Too Close to the WeddingThe single most common bridal skincare mistake happens around the two-month mark: a bride reads about a vitamin C serum or a retinol cream, buys it, and starts using it immediately. Skin takes four to six weeks to adjust to any active…

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Mumbai school, college & office holiday on July 8: Is there a closure tomorrow? Here's what authorities have said, along with latest IMD weather forecast & BMC update

Mumbai school, college & office holiday on July 8: Mumbai schools are expected to reopen on Wednesday, July 8, as no official holiday has been declared. The India Meteorological Department has downgraded the weather alert to Yellow for the city. Authorities continue to monitor overnight rainfall and the latest weather…

The Economic Times

This European city is the world's most liveable in 2026. Here's where India stands

Copenhagen secured the top spot as the world's most liveable city for 2026. Vienna and Zurich followed closely behind Copenhagen in the global rankings. Indian cities like New Delhi and Mumbai ranked outside the top 100 globally. Global liveability scores remained unchanged, impacted by geopolitical tensions worldwide. Cities facing war…

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Who is Anshula Kapoor? Boney Kapoor's daughter from his first marriage, who skipped Bollywood and worked at Google, is now married

Entrepreneur and influencer Anshula Kapoor, daughter of film producer Boney Kapoor and sister of actor Arjun Kapoor, married screenwriter and director Rohan Thakkar on 6 July 2026 at Taj Lands End in Mumbai. The couple met on a dating app in 2022 and got engaged in New York in October…

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Gold rate today (July 7, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from Joyalukkas, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Tanishq & IBJA in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, other cities

Gold prices saw a decline across major Indian jewellery brands today. Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Kalyan Jewellers, and Joyalukkas reported lower rates. These price drops were observed in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai.

The Economic Times

Mumbai rains latest status: City gets brief respite but orange alert stays in place

Mumbai experienced overcast skies and strong winds on Tuesday after intense rainfall. An orange alert remains in effect, warning of heavy showers and gusty winds. Schools and colleges were closed as a precautionary measure for the day. Air and rail services faced disruptions, with commuters advised to check status. Heavy…

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Mumbai flight and train status today: IndiGo issues travel advisory, several trains cancelled or rescheduled due to waterlogged tracks

Heavy Mumbai rains have disrupted flight and train services across the city. Schools and colleges in Mumbai will remain closed on Tuesday as a precaution. IndiGo advised passengers to check flight statuses due to ongoing weather impacts. Several trains were cancelled and others diverted due to waterlogged tracks and landslides.…

The Economic Times

Mumbai weather today latest updates: IMD issues Orange alert, schools shut, BMC urges residents to stay indoors

Mumbai faces an Orange Alert for heavy rain and gusty winds on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Schools and colleges across the city will remain closed as a precautionary measure for student safety. Authorities urge citizens to avoid unnecessary travel and stay informed through official channels. Heavy showers previously lashed the…

The Economic Times

Why Kolkata Is India's Most Underrated Food City and the Restaurants You Must Eat At

The Biryani Argument Kolkata Wins Every TimeKolkata biryani contains a potato. That single fact has launched more food arguments than anything else in the Indian culinary conversation, and the city wins every one of them on merit. When Nawab Wajid Ali Shah arrived from Lucknow in 1856 after the British…

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7 Indian Cities Where the Street Food, Chaat, and Snacks Justify Every Mile of Travel

Kolkata: The City That Invented the Kati RollKolkata's street food doesn't ask for your attention, it already has it. The kati roll, born at Nizam's restaurant on New Market Street sometime in the mid-20th century, is a paratha wrapped around egg and meat with raw onion and green chutney. Eat…

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Mumbai Weather on July 7: IMD issues orange alert; Check Tuesday's full forecast for Mumbai & Thane and what BMC wants residents to know

Mumbai Weather July 7: Mumbai is under an Orange Alert for heavy rainfall and strong gusty winds on July 7. In view of the weather warning, authorities have declared a holiday for all government, municipal and private schools and colleges across the city. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has advised…

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Court denies bail to ex-director of Lodha Developers in Rs 181 crore land scam

A Mumbai court denied bail to Rajendra Lodha, former director of Lodha Developers. He faces allegations of a Rs 181 crore corporate land fraud conspiracy. The court cited his pivotal role and abuse of fiduciary authority in the case. Investigations are ongoing, and a crucial auditor's report is still awaited.…

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Prestige Estates buys 50% stake in Advent Convention and Hotels International for Rs 504 crore

Prestige Estates Projects Ltd is set to enhance its market presence by securing a 50% stake in Advent Convention and Hotels International Ltd for Rs 504 crore. This deliberate acquisition will pave the way for a major commercial development in Mumbai's Andheri East, featuring 1.50 million sq ft of leasable…

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Indian tourist spot records more monsoon rain in hours than London sees all year

Lonavala, a tourist spot close to Mumbai, received over 600mm of rainfall on Monday

The Economic Times

Mumbai school, college & office holiday July 7: How long will the closure continue as IMD issues red alert for heavy rain? Here's what authorities have said

Mumbai schools and colleges closed on July 7: Mumbai is bracing for more intense rainfall as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Alert for the city and surrounding districts. BMC schools and colleges will remain closed on July 7, with authorities indicating that the closure could be…

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Amid Mumbai rains, Anand Mahindra's Monday Motivation is an IAS officer awarded for water conservation in Maharashtra

As Mumbai battles severe flooding, industrialist Anand Mahindra highlighted IAS officer Avishyant Panda's work in Gadchiroli. Panda's district-wide water conservation program, featuring thousands of structures to capture and store rainwater, offers a crucial lesson. Despite heavy downpours, Mumbai's reservoirs remain critically low, underscoring the need for proactive water management and…

The Economic Times

Ship stranded off Manori coast in north Mumbai amid heavy rains; Coast Guard alerted, say cops

A vessel ran aground approximately one kilometer off Manori beach in north Mumbai on Monday due to extremely heavy rainfall. Local police alerted the Indian Coast Guard as the rocky terrain and strong winds pose significant risks for rescue efforts. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, with the ship having…

The Economic Times

Nine weeks in, Mumbai-Pune Expressway's Missing Link partially shut as heavy rain triggers landslide

A recent landslide on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway's new Missing Link corridor, inaugurated just nine weeks ago, has caused significant traffic disruption. Heavy overnight rainfall led to mud and rock flow onto the Pune-to-Mumbai carriageway, forcing its complete closure. Commuters are advised to postpone travel between the cities as both the…

The Economic Times

Mumbai Rains: Heavy rain disrupts Western Railway services; over 20 long-distance trains stranded

Severe rains and extensive waterlogging wreaked havoc on Western Railway on Monday, disrupting upwards of 40 train services and trapping over 20 long-distance trains in Maharashtra and south Gujarat. Key routes, notably the Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor, were inundated, leading to numerous train cancellations and diversions. In response to the situation, authorities…

The Economic Times

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flags off new train services in UP, UK and Maha; announces major rail push

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched new train services connecting Nanded to Mumbai and Tanakpur to Nanded, enhancing connectivity for the Sikh community and other regions. He also announced the extension of the Tanakpur-Pilibhit service to Shahjahanpur. The minister highlighted significant railway development over the past 12 years, including track…

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Why Aamir Khan Chose a Simple Wedding This Time

After months of speculation and quiet appearances together, Aamir Khan has officially begun a new chapter in his life. The Bollywood superstar married longtime partner Gauri Spratt in an intimate ceremony surrounded by family and close friends. There were no extravagant celebrations or grand public events just a simple wedding…

The Economic Times

Mumbai rains: When will it stop? Here's what IMD forecast says

Mumbai grapples with heavy monsoon downpours, prompting a Red Alert for several districts. Waterlogging has disrupted normal life and traffic, with warnings of potential flooding and structural damage. While intense rain is expected to continue on July 7, conditions are forecast to improve from July 8 with moderate showers. Authorities…

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