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Saket Rai

Saket Rai, a diligent and dedicated journalist, currently serves as a Reporter at India TV, where he brings stories to life with his keen eye for detail and passion for uncovering the truth. Hailing from Mumbai, Saket honed his skills in communication and storytelling during his undergraduate years at Ramniranjan Jhunjhunwala College, where he earned his Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication. Saket has delved into various beats, fearlessly covering political developments, societal issues, civic affairs, and the intricacies of crime stories.

Bigg Boss fame Lopamudra Raut's Mumbai home robbed of Rs 76 lakh, accused arrested in Bihar
TV | Aug 10, 2026, 02:50 PM IST
Bigg Boss fame Lopamudra Raut's Mumbai home was robbed of valuables worth around Rs 76.39 lakh while she was away. Police arrested an accused in Bihar and recovered stolen property worth lakhs.
Shakeel Noorani arrested in rape case; actress alleges she was drugged, threatened with video
Entertainment | Aug 09, 2026, 11:55 PM IST
The Malvani Police have registered a case under sections 64(2)(M), 123, 351(2), and 88 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) against Bollywood director Shakeel Noorani.
Mumbai 'boss scam' exposes new cyber fraud tactic; employee duped of Rs 1.98 crore
Maharashtra | Aug 09, 2026, 11:54 AM IST
A Mumbai employee was allegedly duped of Rs 1.98 crore after cyber fraudsters used his company director's name and photo on WhatsApp to demand an urgent payment. Police later secured Rs 1.83 crore, around 92 per cent of the amount.

Delimitation Bill on agenda? NCP-SP MPs likely to meet PM Modi next week amid Centre's push
Maharashtra | Aug 08, 2026, 01:12 PM IST
The NCP-SP MPs have sought an appointment with the Prime Minister’s Office, with the meeting expected to take place on August 10. However, the date and time of the meeting are yet to be formally confirmed.
Big action by Fadnavis govt as Maharashtra bans 114 radical publications linked to terror outfits
Maharashtra | Aug 07, 2026, 09:00 PM IST
The Maharashtra government banned and ordered the seizure of 114 publications and digital documents linked to banned terrorist organisations. The action follows ATS investigations and intelligence inputs claiming the material promotes radicalisation, violent extremism and terror recruitment.
Mumbai Police busts cyber fraud racket, arrests 12 in Goa; Dubai-based masterminds under scanner
Maharashtra | Aug 06, 2026, 09:20 PM IST
Mumbai Police Crime Branch has busted an international cyber fraud racket and arrested 12 accused from Goa. The syndicate allegedly used fake bank accounts, SIM cards and online gaming platforms to route over Rs 5 crore, while the masterminds are believed to be operating from Dubai.

Maharashtra rolls out Rs 10 lakh insurance cover for 1.6 lakh 'Govindas' ahead of Dahi Handi
Maharashtra | Aug 06, 2026, 07:55 PM IST
The Maharashtra government has announced a Rs 10 lakh accident insurance cover for 1.60 lakh Govindas ahead of the Dahi Handi festival. The scheme also includes compensation for disability and hospitalisation expenses of up to Rs 1 lakh.
'No work, no salary': Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra resident doctors to call off strike
Maharashtra | Aug 06, 2026, 02:40 PM IST
The Maharashtra resident doctors have been directed by the Bombay High Court to call off their agitation immediately. The court said the salary of the doctors should be withheld if they decide not to join their services and continue with the strike.
Tarun Tejpal convicted of raping ex-Tehelka colleague by Bombay High Court in 2013 case
India | Aug 06, 2026, 02:37 PM IST
The case stems from allegations made by a former junior colleague, who accused Tejpal of sexually assaulting her inside a hotel elevator during the ThinkFest event in Goa in November 2013.

Bombay HC orders takedown of 'vile, abusive' content linking Nitin Gadkari to E20 fuel row
Maharashtra | Aug 05, 2026, 02:58 PM IST
Hearing a civil suit filed by Gadkari, Justice Arif Doctor granted interim relief and directed Meta, X Corp and Google LLC to ensure that the posts are taken down without delay.
Maharashtra bans non-dairy paneer: What is it, is it harmful and how to identify it?
Food | Aug 05, 2026, 11:58 AM IST
Maharashtra has banned the sale of analogue paneer marketed as dairy paneer. Here's what analogue paneer is, how it differs from regular paneer, whether it's harmful, and the simple ways experts say you can identify it before buying.
Aditi Sharma accuses husband Abhineet Kaushik and his family of domestic violence; FIR registered
TV | Aug 03, 2026, 12:04 AM IST
TV actor Aditi Sharma, known for shows such as Apolina: Sapno Ki Unchi Udaan, Rabb Se Hai Dua and Kaleerein, has filed a domestic violence complaint against her husband, Abhineet Vidyanand Kaushik, and his family.

Row over Nana Patole supporters washing his feet; BJP says it reflects 'Congress culture' | VIDEO
Maharashtra | Aug 05, 2026, 11:55 AM IST
In the video that has gone viral on social media, two of Nana Patole's supporters could be seen washing the Congress leader's feet on Gurupurnima. However, the BJP has attacked the Congress over it, saying the video reflects the culture of the grand old party.
Bombay HC pulls up FDA over action against private hotels, sends team to inspect Mantralaya canteen
Maharashtra | Jul 31, 2026, 02:26 PM IST
The Bombay High Court on Friday also reacted strongly to the FDA's ongoing action against private hotels as the FDA claimed the ministry canteen was 98 percent clean.
8 killed, several feared trapped after four-storey building collapses in Maharashtra's Bhiwandi
Maharashtra | Jul 31, 2026, 10:07 AM IST
Fresh visuals from Bhiwandi showed NDRF personnel and local administration actively engaged in intensive rescue efforts after the building partially collapsed. Further details awaited.

Actress Kirti Kulhari falls victim to cyber fraud, loses Rs 2.40 lakh
Entertainment | Jul 30, 2026, 10:31 AM IST
Actress Kirti Kulhari has reportedly fallen victim to cyber fraud, with scammers withdrawing around Rs 2.40 lakh from her bank account. She has filed a complaint with the Mumbai Police cyber cell.
Maharashtra FDA bans junk foods, orders FSSAI licenses for school canteens
Maharashtra | Jul 29, 2026, 05:09 PM IST
Under the new guidelines, food items containing excess fat, trans fats, and high sugar will be banned within a 50-meter radius of schools; these includes ice cream, various sugary products, Vada Pav, sweets and cold drinks.
Second-year student dies by suicide at IIT Bombay, investigation underway by Mumbai Police
Maharashtra | Jul 29, 2026, 12:09 PM IST
Several students alleged that the death was a case of suicide. However, the institute has not officially confirmed the cause of death as the investigation is underway.
FDA suspends food licences of 5 famous Mumbai clubs: Why were these eateries shut down?
Maharashtra | Jul 29, 2026, 03:33 PM IST
The FDA under its newly appointed commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has taken action against several famous eateries and food establishments in the city and elsewhere in the state over the last two months.
Top five Mumbai bakeries face action as FDA continues state-wide crackdown on unsafe food
Maharashtra | Jul 25, 2026, 12:26 PM IST
In a video earlier released by FDA, cockroaches were seen roaming inside the Bimbo Bristol bakery's bread-making ovens and freezers. According to the FDA, an active infestation of cockroaches, flies, and other insects was found in the kitchen during the inspection.