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Mumbai's dug-up roads raise questions: Why no sign of signage, BMC?

Activists and lawyers cite court order that mandates boards displaying details of start and end of infra work at site, yet city road work doesn’t sport a single such sign

23 April,2025 06:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Team mid-day

Mumbai: Ganesh idol sculptors to meet BMC officials

Civic sources say they will remind artisans to avoid creating PoP idols; craftsmen to raise concerns; on February 18, the BMC published guidelines regarding the granting of permissions for erecting pandals

23 April,2025 07:35 AM IST | Mumbai | Sameer Surve

Shelter home horror: Children were treated with electric shock, say police

The matter came to light when the Kalyan Taluka police received information about the harassment at a Khadavli-based ashram; the police had previously arrested the trustee, his wife, his son, a teacher, and a staffer in this matter

23 April,2025 07:40 AM IST | Mumbai | Apoorva Agashe

Mumbai: AI used to identify, trace conman to Varanasi

Arrest made after cops lure accused under guise of picking up his favourite ‘mithai’; the accused has been identified as Sunil Kumar Prajapati, 36

23 April,2025 07:56 AM IST | Mumbai | Samiullah Khan

Ashwini Bidre murder case: Nine years later, API’s killer gets life term

Award-winning inspector, Abhay Kurundkar, sentenced for 2016 murder of Bidre who he was in a relationship with; the court held that Kurundkar, with whom Bidre had been in a personal relationship, killed her and disposed of her body with the help of his ‘associates’, who are co-accused in the case

22 April,2025 01:40 PM IST | Mumbai | Aishwarya Iyer

Thane court acquits six booked under MCOCA in 2017 robbery case

The accused were booked under the MCOCA and the Indian Penal Code for stealing cigarettes worth Rs 91 lakh from a godown in Navi Mumbai

22 April,2025 01:12 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent

Five tourists from Maharashtra killed in Pahalgam terror attack: Eknath Shinde

The Deputy CM has requested Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu to arrange a special flight to evacuate stranded tourists from Maharashtra

23 April,2025 08:58 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Bombay High Court forms panel for ways to make airports senior citizen friendly

The panel would be headed by former Andhra Pradesh High Court judge Goda Raghuram, consumer activist Shirish Deshpande and a representative from the DGCA

23 April,2025 07:50 AM IST | Mumbai | Agencies

Commuters sceptical of Badlapur rail fencing fix

Cry chaos, overcrowding; railways insist safety comes first; local social media channels shared images of the narrow north end of the platform, highlighting congestion

23 April,2025 07:46 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Kangana Ranaut in Emergency

Kangana Ranaut sued by author for historical inaccuracies in Emergency

Author Coomi Kapoor has sued Kangana Ranaut and Netflix for historical inaccuracies in the film Emergency and for falsely claiming it was based on her book. Kapoor alleges breach of contract and misuse of her name to lend credibility to the film

23 April,2025 09:04 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Manoj Bajpayee recalls how he was cast in the 90s basis his physical features

As Manoj Bajpayee turns a year older today, we look back at the time the actor spoke about how he was cast in films in his initial years in the film industry

23 April,2025 08:31 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Janhvi Kapoor in talks with Pa Ranjith for Tamil debut

Sources say Janhvi Kapoor in talks with Pa Ranjith for her maiden Tamil web show, a woman-led social drama

23 April,2025 07:39 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar Basu

Pankaj Tripathi: ‘My identity as an actor is tied to where I come from’

Reuniting with director Amit Rai after OMG 2, Pankaj Tripathi says their upcoming human drama being set in his home state Bihar was an incentive to say yes

23 April,2025 07:25 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar Basu
(From left) Heera Devi and Padam Singh in the film

Pyre leads get nominated for best actor at New York Indian Film Festival

Director Vinod Kapri thrilled that Padam Singh and Heera Devi, Uttarakhand’s locals who led Pyre, are nominated in acting categories at New York Indian Film Festival Awards

23 April,2025 07:28 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBR ,

Deadmau5 apologises for performing drunk: 'Probably my last Coachella'

Music producer Deadmau5, who returned to Coachella over the weekend to play the Quasar stage, had to leave the platform stumbling after enjoying one too many drinks

23 April,2025 07:31 AM IST | Mumbai | Agencies ,

Have you heard? Madhuri and Triptii reunite for Ma Behan

Madhuri Dixit-Nene and Triptii Dimri are reportedly set to star in a comedy dramedy, helmed by Suresh Triveni. The project is expected to go on floors next month in Mumbai

23 April,2025 07:35 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist Team ,
Shabana Azmi and Parveen Babi

Shabana Azmi recalls Parveen Babi looking at chandelier and screaming

Veteran actress Shabana Azmi who has shared screen with Parveen Babi recalled behavioural changes in the latter when they shot together. She witnesses Babi going mad in front of her eyes

23 April,2025 09:34 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Kangana Ranaut sued by author for historical inaccuracies in Emergency

Author Coomi Kapoor has sued Kangana Ranaut and Netflix for historical inaccuracies in the film Emergency and for falsely claiming it was based on her book. Kapoor alleges breach of contract and misuse of her name to lend credibility to the film

23 April,2025 09:04 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , mid-day online correspondent

Manoj Bajpayee recalls how he was cast in the 90s basis his physical features

As Manoj Bajpayee turns a year older today, we look back at the time the actor spoke about how he was cast in films in his initial years in the film industry

23 April,2025 08:31 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , mid-day online correspondent

'India stands united': Film celebrities condemn Pahalgam terror attack

The Pahalgam terror attack that claimed over 20 innocent lives has shook the nation. Several film personalities expressed their anger towards the act of violence

23 April,2025 08:08 AM IST | Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | mid-day online correspondent , mid-day online correspondent
Shahid Kapoor and Vijay Sethupathi

Have you heard? Farzi 2 to go on floors in December; Abhishek and Aishwarya cele

“Shahid and Rashii Khanna had confirmed that they will soon start working on the show’s second season. Now there are reports that Farzi 2 is set to go on floors in December”

23 April,2025 07:36 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist Team

Have you heard? Madhuri and Triptii reunite for Ma Behan

Madhuri Dixit-Nene and Triptii Dimri are reportedly set to star in a comedy dramedy, helmed by Suresh Triveni. The project is expected to go on floors next month in Mumbai

23 April,2025 07:35 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist Team , The Hitlist Team

Pyre leads get nominated for best actor at New York Indian Film Festival

Director Vinod Kapri thrilled that Padam Singh and Heera Devi, Uttarakhand’s locals who led Pyre, are nominated in acting categories at New York Indian Film Festival Awards

23 April,2025 07:28 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBR , Upala KBR
The first look of Kiya & Kayaan

Amar Chitra Katha comics to be converted to animated series

Black Warrant’s makers to launch kids’ animated series Kiya & Kayaan, which will retell Amar Chitra Katha stories

22 April,2025 07:15 AM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka Sharma

Alicia Silverstone to reprise her role in 'Clueless' sequel series

Amy Heckerling, who wrote and directed the film, is involved as an executive producer, alongside Silverstone and producer Robert Lawrence, as per the outlet. The 2020 attempt to revive Clueless for Peacock is entirely unrelated to the new project

19 April,2025 02:38 PM IST | Washington | ANI , ANI

'Mean Girls' star Lindsay Lohan set to to feature in 'Count My Lies' series

Lohan is expected to play Violet. She executive produces alongside Aptaker, Berger and, Scott Morgan of The Walk-Up Company

18 April,2025 01:35 PM IST | Washington | ANI , ANI

'The cost of standing up to an entire system': Nawazuddin Siddiqui on 'Costao' t

Set against the backdrop of 1990s Goa, Costao tells the story of a customs officer who dared to defy an empire built on smuggling, corruption, and fear. Nawazuddin is seen as "Costao Fernandes

18 April,2025 11:57 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI , ANI
Stills from the series

Khauf series review: A spine-chilling drama where men haunt more than ghosts

“‘Khauf’, which translates to fear, may appear to be a horror series, but more than flickering lights, creaky floors, and haunted whispers, this show confronts the real demon: patriarchy”

18 April,2025 07:39 AM IST | Mumbai | Shachi Chaturvedi

Priyanka Chopra and Richard Madden's Citadel to discontinue after season 2?

After Amazon calls off Citadel: Honey Bunny 2, sources say the ambitious US mothership series to be discontinued after its second season; Mexican spin-off axed

18 April,2025 07:33 AM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka Sharma , Priyanka Sharma

Ishaan, Bhumi Pednekar & Zeenat Aman’s The Royals to release on THIS date

Today, the makers dropped a romantic poster featuring Bhumi Pednekar and Ishaan Khatter to announce the release date of The Royals

17 April,2025 09:01 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , mid-day online correspondent
Deadmau5. Pic/AFP

Deadmau5 apologises for performing drunk: 'Probably my last Coachella'

Music producer Deadmau5, who returned to Coachella over the weekend to play the Quasar stage, had to leave the platform stumbling after enjoying one too many drinks

23 April,2025 07:31 AM IST | Los Angeles | Agencies

Paris Hilton reveals how she stayed grounded despite the fame

Despite losing her USD 8.4 million Malibu home in the devastation, Paris Hilton worked with various organisations and raised over USD 800,000 for Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts

22 April,2025 12:29 PM IST | Washington | ANI , ANI

Priyanka Chopra to make history again at fourth annual Gold House Gold Gala

Jon M. Chu, Megan Thee Stallion, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Ang Lee will be felicitated. This year, the Gold Gala will take place at the Music Centre in Downtown Los Angeles

22 April,2025 12:24 PM IST | Los Angeles | ANI , ANI

Ahaan Panday's debut film with Mohit Suri titled Saiyaara

Ananya Panday's cousin Ahaan Panday is all set to make his big screen debut with Mohit Suri's musical drama. The film has been titled Saiyaara

22 April,2025 10:55 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , mid-day online correspondent
Kristen Stewart and Dylan Meyer (Pic/AFP)

Kristen Stewart and Dylan Meyer get married on Easter

“On the occasion of Easter, Twilight star Kristen Stewart tied the knot with screenwriter Dylan Meyer. The couple got engaged in 2021 after dating for a few years”

21 April,2025 09:37 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Queen Priyanka: ‘Being a drag queen in music comes with a list of nos’

Queen Priyanka, who recently performed in India, discusses how she shut out the noise of naysayers and used her songs to celebrate her identity

21 April,2025 08:13 AM IST | Mumbai | Sonia Lulla , Sonia Lulla

Queen Priyanka: ‘Being a drag queen in music comes with a list of nos’

Queen Priyanka, who recently performed in India, discusses how she shut out the noise of naysayers and used her songs to celebrate her identity

21 April,2025 08:13 AM IST | Mumbai | Sonia Lulla , Sonia Lulla
Lalit Manchanda dies by suicide

Taarak Mehta actor Lalit Manchanda dies by suicide due to financial crisis

Lalit Manchanda had been residing in Mumbai for the past 12 years and did a small role in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. After encountering financial woes, he decided to return to Meerut 6 months ago, where he died by suicide

22 April,2025 06:47 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Deepika Singh reveals her most nervous red-carpet look and fashion style

Well-known television actress, Deepika Singh talked about how her fashion sense has evolved over the years

22 April,2025 01:39 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS , IANS

'Wouldn’t want to exert myself': Pooja Banerjee on her plans to join showbiz aft

A popular face in Indian television, Pooja Banerjee is gearing up to embrace motherhood for the second time

22 April,2025 01:35 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS , IANS

Chum Darang takes a spiritual trip with ‘Khauf’ co-star Priyanka

Chum Darang, alongside her “Khauf” co-star Priyanka Setia, made a spiritual stop at the iconic Pashupatinath Temple in Nepal, seeking divine blessings.

22 April,2025 01:21 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS , IANS
Shubhangi Atre and Piyush Poorey

Shubhangi Atre's ex-husband Piyush Poorey passes away two months after divorce

“Actress Shubhangi Atre’s ex-husband, Piyush Poorey, passed away after a prolonged illness, months after their divorce. Shubhangi requested privacy during this tough time”

22 April,2025 11:22 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Telly Tattle: Aarya Babbar and Sagar Parekh's bromance on set

Parekh said, “On screen, Aarya Sir and I might be at odds, but behind the scenes, it’s a different story. Working with him is an absolute pleasure”

22 April,2025 07:32 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist Team , The Hitlist Team

Ranndeep R Rai joins Anupamaa: 'Cute face can also show aggression'

Actor Ranndeep R Rai on exploring new shades in Anupamaa, as he swaps his chocolate-boy image for a layered role

22 April,2025 07:31 AM IST | Mumbai | Letty Mariam Abraham , Letty Mariam Abraham
Janhvi Kapoor and Pa Ranjith

Janhvi Kapoor in talks with Pa Ranjith for Tamil debut

Sources say Janhvi Kapoor in talks with Pa Ranjith for her maiden Tamil web show, a woman-led social drama

23 April,2025 07:39 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar Basu

Actor Balakrishna's 'Daaku Maharaj' accomplishes THIS milestone

Balakrishna was pleased with Thaman’s songs for all his films, that soon after ‘Daaku Maharaj’, he went to the extent of saying the music director was now considered like family

22 April,2025 01:25 PM IST | Chennai | IANS , IANS

Parul Yadav recalls witnessing Pope Francis's final public appearance

Actress Parul Yadav unknowingly witnessed Pope Francis' final public appearance during his Easter blessing at St. Peter’s Basilica. The Pope passed away the next morning

22 April,2025 12:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , mid-day online correspondent

ED summons Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu in money laundering case

Babu, 49, has been asked to depose on April 28 at the federal probe agency's office here and get his statement recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), the sources said

22 April,2025 10:27 AM IST | Mumbai | PTI , PTI
Allu Arjun and Atlee. Pics/PTI, Yogen Shah, Instagram

Allu Arjun begins work on Atlee's film with look test and concept photoshoot

“Sources say Pushpa 2 actor Allu Arjun and Jawan director Atlee held a look test for their pan-India film yesterday”

21 April,2025 06:15 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar Basu

Mahesh Babu pens emotional birthday wish for late mother Indira Devi: 'Miss you'

Mahesh Babu's better half, Namrata Shirodkar also took to her Instagram stories to remember her mother-in-law on her birthday

20 April,2025 04:15 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS , IANS

Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko arrested for alleged drug use

Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko was arrested after evading police for three days following a drug-related complaint by actress Vincy Aloshious. He faces charges under the NDPS Act, with investigations ongoing, including past links to a drug peddler

19 April,2025 04:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , mid-day online correspondent
Seventeen

K-pop group SEVENTEEN announce album 'Happy Burstday'

SEVENTEEN is set to celebrate their 10th anniversary on May 26 with the release of their fifth album Happy Burstday and plans for a new tour and content. The group, known for their self-produced music, continues to thrive globally while members begin their military enlistment

22 April,2025 09:32 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

BTS’ Kim Taehyung aka V wins first place in military shooting despite injuries

BTS V, aka Kim Taehyung’s fellow soldier recalled how the BTS star won military awards despite not being in good shape physically and also treated him to eel sushi

21 April,2025 01:19 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , mid-day online correspondent

BTS Jin joins Coldplay for his first performance post-military discharge

It was a full-blown nostalgia trip for music lovers and ARMY as BTS Jin joined Coldplay for his first performance after military discharge

20 April,2025 08:10 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , mid-day online correspondent

Here's your chance to get a personal 60-second video call with BTS Jin

According to a post shared by BigHit on Weverse, 100 lucky BTS ARMY will get a personal 60-second video call with Jin. The event will take place on May 25

17 April,2025 02:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , mid-day online correspondent
BLACKPINK`s Jennie at Coachella 2025 Pic/X

'WTF was that?': BLACKPINK fans disappointed with Jennie's gig at Coachella 2025

“Blinks took to social media and expressed disappointment over Jennie's performance for her lack of stamina and for appearing out of breath during her gig at the global music festival”

16 April,2025 10:53 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

BTS ARMY can’t contain their excitement after Jin announces second solo album

BTS' Jin drops his second solo album, ‘Echo’ on May 16, promising emotion-packed storytelling and vocal depth—ARMY is beyond excited for his return

15 April,2025 09:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , mid-day online correspondent

BTS V’s late dog Yeontan wins Most Beloved Celebrity Pet in new poll

BTS V’s late dog Yeontan has been crowned the Most Beloved Celebrity Pet in Billboard’s new poll conducted on National Pet Day 2025. Also known as Tannie, the pomeranian died last year

15 April,2025 11:20 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , mid-day online correspondent

PM Modi holds meeting with NSA, foreign minister at Delhi airport

PM Modi was briefed by the officials immediately upon his return amid the nationwide shock and outrage over the most gruesome attack targeting tourists in the Valley in a long spell of time

23 April,2025 08:53 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

PM Modi thanks Trump for support on Pahalgam attack

PM Modi thanked Trump for his support and said that India is determined to bring perpetrators and backers of this "cowardly and heinous terrorist attack" to justice Trump condemned the attack in Pahalgam and said that the United States stands with India in its fight against terrorism and offered all possible support

23 April,2025 08:44 AM IST | Jeddah | ANI

Trump, Putin, Meloni, other global leaders condemn Pahalgam terror attack

In a call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Trump strongly condemned the terror attack and expressed full support to India to bring to justice the perpetrators of the "heinous attack"

23 April,2025 08:42 AM IST | Washington | PTI

Nirmala Sitharaman cuts short her US, Peru visit after Pahalgam terror attack

The Ministry of Finance announced that Sitharaman will take the earliest flight available to return to India

23 April,2025 08:38 AM IST | Washington | ANI

Israel stands with India in its fight against terrorism: Netanyahu

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also briefed the Union Home Minister over the Pahalgam terrorist attack. LG Manoj Sinha and other high-level officials were also present at the meeting.

23 April,2025 08:37 AM IST | Tel Aviv | ANI

J-K political parties unite in condemnation of Pahalgam terror attack

Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) has appealed to the people to make the Bandh a "complete success" and join in condemning the Pahalgam terror attack

23 April,2025 08:36 AM IST | Srinagar | ANI

PM Modi holds talks with Saudi Crown Prince, both condemn Pahalgam terror attack

The two sides created two new ministerial committees, including one on defence, and agreed to collaborate on establishing two refineries in India.

23 April,2025 08:35 AM IST | Jeddah | PTI

Pahalgam attack: Air India, IndiGo to operate additional flights from Srinagar

An IndiGo official said it will operate two additional flights from Srinagar to Delhi and Mumbai on Wednesday.

23 April,2025 08:33 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI

PM Modi departs for India, cuts short Saudi visit after Pahalgam terror attack

"PM @narendramodi concludes his State Visit to Saudi Arabia and has emplaned for India," the Ministry of External Affairs said in a post on X

23 April,2025 08:28 AM IST | Jeddah | PTI

Gujarat: Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 jolts Kachchh

The tremors were felt in parts of the region, but there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage to property

23 April,2025 09:01 AM IST | Kachchh | ANI

PM Modi holds meeting with NSA, foreign minister at Delhi airport

PM Modi was briefed by the officials immediately upon his return amid the nationwide shock and outrage over the most gruesome attack targeting tourists in the Valley in a long spell of time

23 April,2025 08:53 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

J-K political parties unite in condemnation of Pahalgam terror attack

Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) has appealed to the people to make the Bandh a "complete success" and join in condemning the Pahalgam terror attack

23 April,2025 08:36 AM IST | Srinagar | ANI

Pahalgam attack: Air India, IndiGo to operate additional flights from Srinagar

An IndiGo official said it will operate two additional flights from Srinagar to Delhi and Mumbai on Wednesday.

23 April,2025 08:33 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI

Jammu and Kashmir: 26 killed as militants open fire at tourists in Pahalgam

The deceased included two foreigners, two locals and a high-ranking official

23 April,2025 08:24 AM IST | Srinagar | Agencies

India, US set roadmap for trade negotiations

He claimed that there is a “serious” lack of reciprocity in the trade relationship with India

23 April,2025 08:23 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies

Pune's Archit Dongre secures All India Rank 3 in UPSC Civil Services Exam 2024

A graduate in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from VIT Vellore, he opted for Philosophy as his optional subject — an unusual yet bold choice for an engineer. His fascination with philosophy began in his college days, during which he read numerous books on the subject

23 April,2025 04:04 AM IST | Mumbai | Archana Dahiwal

PM Modi thanks Trump for support on Pahalgam attack

PM Modi thanked Trump for his support and said that India is determined to bring perpetrators and backers of this "cowardly and heinous terrorist attack" to justice Trump condemned the attack in Pahalgam and said that the United States stands with India in its fight against terrorism and offered all possible support

23 April,2025 08:44 AM IST | Jeddah | ANI

Trump, Putin, Meloni, other global leaders condemn Pahalgam terror attack

In a call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Trump strongly condemned the terror attack and expressed full support to India to bring to justice the perpetrators of the "heinous attack"

23 April,2025 08:42 AM IST | Washington | PTI

Nirmala Sitharaman cuts short her US, Peru visit after Pahalgam terror attack

The Ministry of Finance announced that Sitharaman will take the earliest flight available to return to India

23 April,2025 08:38 AM IST | Washington | ANI

Israel stands with India in its fight against terrorism: Netanyahu

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also briefed the Union Home Minister over the Pahalgam terrorist attack. LG Manoj Sinha and other high-level officials were also present at the meeting.

23 April,2025 08:37 AM IST | Tel Aviv | ANI

PM Modi holds talks with Saudi Crown Prince, both condemn Pahalgam terror attack

The two sides created two new ministerial committees, including one on defence, and agreed to collaborate on establishing two refineries in India.

23 April,2025 08:35 AM IST | Jeddah | PTI

PM Modi departs for India, cuts short Saudi visit after Pahalgam terror attack

"PM @narendramodi concludes his State Visit to Saudi Arabia and has emplaned for India," the Ministry of External Affairs said in a post on X

23 April,2025 08:28 AM IST | Jeddah | PTI

Pope Francis’s funeral on April 26; public viewing from today

The dean of the College of Cardinals, Giovanni Battista Re, will lead the service, after which Cardinal Re will deliver a concluding prayer in which the Pope will be formally entrusted to God.

23 April,2025 08:22 AM IST | Vatican City | Agencies

Christmas 2024: History, significance, and everything you need to know

In India, the festive season begins early in December, with cities and towns across the country adorning their streets with Christmas lights, decorations, and Christmas trees

26 December,2024 07:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Christmas 2024: Heartfelt wishes and greetings to send to your loved ones

As the holiday season approaches in 2024, it's the perfect opportunity to send heartfelt wishes and greetings to your loved ones, letting them know just how much they mean to you

26 December,2024 07:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Over 30 lakh devotees make pilgrimage to Badrinath and Kedarnath in 2024: Report

The Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee reported a record-breaking 30,87,417 pilgrims visiting Badrinath and Kedarnath Dhams during the 2024 Yatra season, highlighting the success of temple and local administration efforts

18 November,2024 10:03 AM IST | Dehradun

Gurunanak Jayanti brings light and devotion to Mumbai's gurudwaras

Mumbai marks Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary with celebrations highlighting his teachings on unity, service, and compassion.

16 November,2024 02:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Anisha Shrivastava

Varanasi: Large crowds gather at Dashashwamedh Ghat for 'Ganga Mahotsav 2024'

Large crowds gathered at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat for the ongoing Ganga Mahotsav 2024, where cultural performances, including a Kathak dance by Yasmin Singh, added to the vibrant atmosphere. The festival celebrates the spiritual significance of the Ganges and attracts visitors from around the world

13 November,2024 09:59 AM IST | Varanasi

Devotees celebrate Chhath Puja with holy dip in Ganga at Patliputra Ghat

On the first day of Chhath Puja, devotees gathered at Patliputra Ghat in Patna to perform sacred rituals, take a holy dip in the Ganga, and prepare offerings for the Sun God.

05 November,2024 11:20 AM IST | Patna

Devotees drink AC water believing it’s ‘Charan Amrit’ at Banke Bihari temple

In a recent viral video from Vrindavan’s Banke Bihari Temple, devotees were seen drinking water dripping from an elephant spout, mistaking it for holy water or ‘Charan Amrit.’ The water was actually discharge from the temple’s air conditioning system, sparking debate on faith and scientific awareness.

04 November,2024 08:47 PM IST | Vrindavan | Anisha Shrivastava

Write the hell out of a horror film?

Going back-to-back from Khauf (Prime Video) to Sinners (theatrical release), you figure there can certainly be spook with substance!

23 April,2025 06:19 AM IST | Mumbai | Mayank Shekhar

Increase penalty for felling trees to save our green cover

The penalty for the illegal felling of trees must have enough bite and act as a strong deterrent. 

23 April,2025 06:18 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial

The ATM comes to Tuvalu

The fourth-smallest country in the world is sinking and will soon disappear. The world had a solution: install ATM machines

22 April,2025 06:46 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y Gopinath

Clearing up after work is done is just as important

Shinde’s statement about debris is a telling one, and we must welcome it—though we need to stress that action must follow words.

22 April,2025 06:46 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial

Heritage by so many names

Our sutradhaars discuss the stunning as well as often ignored churches along their walking paths and neighbourhoods around Colaba to celebrate Heritage Day as well as usher in Easter

21 April,2025 03:44 PM IST | Mumbai | Fiona Fernandez

Taking the road/rail overbridge could save your life

This new FOB is located at the southern end of the stadium

21 April,2025 06:46 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial

The false depiction of Waqf

A quick glance at cases where Section 40 of the 1995 law—which paves the way for a property to be declared an endowment—was invoked lays bare how it is being deliberately misrepresented

21 April,2025 06:45 AM IST | Mumbai | Ajaz Ashraf

IPL 2025: Mukesh Kumar's four-wicket haul helps DC win by 8 wickets over LSG

Delhi Capitals pacer Sharma takes 4-33 to restrict hosts LSG to 160-6; Porel (51), Rahul (57*) ensure easy eight-wicket win

23 April,2025 08:37 AM IST | Lucknow | Santosh Suri

IPL 2025: In-form MI’s experienced bowlers hold edge over hosts SRH tonight

If MI win here, they could rise from their current sixth place in the points table and be on course for a spot in the top four. On the other hand, a shaky SRH are in  ninth place

23 April,2025 08:41 AM IST | Hyderabad | N Jagannath Das

Keith Stackpole, a former Wisden cricketer of the year, passes away at age 84

He also played in the very first one-day international, taking three wickets in Australia's five-wicket win over England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in 1971

23 April,2025 09:45 AM IST | Melbourne | AP , PTI

IPL 2025 | "IPL is a tough tournament": Bravo after suffering a loss vs GT

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane believes lack of courage among his batters led to reigning champs’ 39-run defeat to Gujarat Titans on Monday

23 April,2025 08:50 AM IST | Kolkata | Arup Chatterjee , PTI

WI batting great Desmond Haynes to represent at ICC Cricket Committee

Haynes, 69, scored 7487 runs in 116 Tests and 8648 runs in 238 ODIs. The ex-opener will replace Roger Harper in the committee

23 April,2025 08:48 AM IST | Mumbai | Debasish Datta , PTI

Forest reaching for the sky

Nottingham edge out Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 to close in on sealing precious Champions League spot; with five games to go, boss Santo wants team to go all out

23 April,2025 09:03 AM IST | London | AFP , PTI

Arteta won’t rest players for Crystal Palace clash

A loss to Palace will give Liverpool a shot at sealing the EPL title by beating Tottenham on Sunday

23 April,2025 08:26 AM IST | London | Agencies , PTI

Forest beats Spurs to move into third and Leeds and Burnley win promotion

Between the two, Wood had a goal chalked off for offside. Although Spurs controlled possession in the second half it took it until the 87th minute to score, when Richarlison netted a header

22 April,2025 02:26 PM IST | London | AP , PTI

India finish third at ISSF World Cup in Peru

India ended the tournament  with two golds, four silvers and a bronze. USA finished second courtesy of a higher gold-medal count. China finished on top of the standings with four golds, three silvers and six bronze medals

23 April,2025 08:57 AM IST | Lima (Peru) | PTI , PTI

Duplantis, Biles win Laureus Awards

23 April,2025 08:55 AM IST | Madrid | AFP , PTI

WCG rink hockey: Dhanraj strikes for Mumbai Raje

In the women’s elite league match, SAI Blue beat Don Bosco Academy 2-0. Kavita and PG Dechamma were the scorers for SAI Blue

23 April,2025 08:52 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent , PTI

Saanvi sets two new marks at Otters meet

Two more record were broken as DSC’s Aryan Bhosale won the men’s 100m back stroke, clocking 57.64 secs, and MGMO’s Ashwin Jaiswar won the 200m individual medley with a timing of 2:09.00 secs

23 April,2025 08:50 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent , PTI

Back to the boombox: How Gen Z is embracing the retro music aesthetic

Is it a trend, an obsession or a revolt against all things digital? From classic rock, to old Hindi film numbers, Gen Z is all ears for the retro aesthetic

World Book Day 2025: Creative artistes reveal books that shaped their lives

On World Book and Copyright Day today, we reach out to creative artistes across the performing arts and the F&B industry, who reveal the books that shaped their lives. Plus, The Guide’s picks of favourite bookstores and libraries to rekindle the reading habit

23 April,2025 09:18 AM IST | Mumbai | Shriram Iyengar , Minal Sancheti

Follow these expert tips to style culottes this summer

A hit on and off the runway, here’s how you can style culottes this summer

23 April,2025 09:08 AM IST | Mumbai | Dhara Vora Sabhnani , Minal Sancheti

Mumbai: This session for children blends sculpting and storytelling

A ceramic artist and a storyteller will join hands for an immersive storytelling session this weekend

23 April,2025 09:12 AM IST | Mumbai | Devashish Kamble , Minal Sancheti

This summer season, visit these restaurants in Mumbai to try out regional dishes

Ditch the usual summer fare to try these regional delicacies from eateries across the city

14 April,2025 10:43 AM IST | Mumbai | Divyasha Panda , Minal Sancheti

Explore vegetarian Thai cuisine at this new restaurant in Churchgate

A new restaurant in Churchgate promises to take discerning foodies on a seven-course discovery of vegetarian Thai cuisine

09 April,2025 09:12 AM IST | Mumbai | Phorum Pandya , Minal Sancheti

Your guide to best ramen spots in Mumbai

Today is Ramen Day, and we’ve served up a few piping-hot soupy options from around town to dive in with your chopsticks. There’s also a recipe to whip up at home

04 April,2025 09:01 AM IST | Mumbai | Shriram Iyengar , Minal Sancheti

World Book Day 2025: Creative artistes reveal books that shaped their lives

On World Book and Copyright Day today, we reach out to creative artistes across the performing arts and the F&B industry, who reveal the books that shaped their lives. Plus, The Guide’s picks of favourite bookstores and libraries to rekindle the reading habit

23 April,2025 09:18 AM IST | Mumbai | Shriram Iyengar , Minal Sancheti

Mumbai: This session for children blends sculpting and storytelling

A ceramic artist and a storyteller will join hands for an immersive storytelling session this weekend

23 April,2025 09:12 AM IST | Mumbai | Devashish Kamble , Minal Sancheti

Follow these expert tips to style culottes this summer

A hit on and off the runway, here’s how you can style culottes this summer

23 April,2025 09:08 AM IST | Mumbai | Dhara Vora Sabhnani , Minal Sancheti

From Tagore’s kitchen

To celebrate the Nobel laureate’s 160th birth anniversary, a chef has curated a menu inspired by the icon and his family’s culinary traditions

07 August,2023 10:03 AM IST | Mumbai | Sukanya Datta , Minal Sancheti

The Return of the Fraser

With his latest success at Venice, actor Brendan Fraser has returned to the limelight with aplomb. We look back at the roles that truly embrace the versatility and panache of this underrated actor

17 September,2022 10:18 PM IST | Mumbai | Shriram Iyengar , Minal Sancheti

Naari Shakti

Singer Aditi Ramesh’s fun new single makes a strong case for female empowerment

17 December,2021 05:38 PM IST | Mumbai | Shunashir Sen , Minal Sancheti

PICS | Mother's Day: How this Mumbai mother rediscovered her love for poetry

Being an electronic engineer, Apeksha Purohit never really tapped into her creative side, till her son discovered her poetry on the phone. Today, she absolutely loves tapping into her literary side while managing the family (Story by Nascimento Pinto)

22 April,2025 01:01 PM IST , Minal Sancheti

PICS | World Earth Day: 5 global icons who have spoken about saving the Earth

World Earth Day is observed globally on April 22 every year. The day is devoted to promoting awareness of environmental challenges and inspiring efforts to protect our planet. It reminds us to take action, big or small, to safeguard our planet for future generations. Several global icons have spoken about preserving the earth. Influential global icons like Pope Francis, Greta Thunberg, David Attenborough, Jane Goodall and Al Gore have voiced about importance of saving the planet

22 April,2025 05:05 PM IST , Minal Sancheti

PICS: How this Andheri mother followed her passion to make Gujarati food

From teaching arts and crafts at home, Mamta Mehta switched to making Gujarati food during the Covid-19 pandemic to cater to the community (Story by Nascimento Pinto)

22 April,2025 12:36 PM IST , Minal Sancheti

Murgh Makhani beats Misal Pav in '50 Best Stews' in the world: Report

TasteAtlas, known for its rankings for dishes around the world is back. This time, they have released the '50 Best Stews' in the world, and there are as many as nine Indian dishes on it

23 April,2025 09:34 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , Minal Sancheti

From Mumbai to Chennai: Your complete Easter menus food guide around India

As followers of Christianity get ready to celebrate Easter this Sunday, there are many restaurants across the country that have curated delicious feasts for people to indulge in. While it may often get difficult to keep track of them, here is an easy guide to help you pick a spot in your city

19 April,2025 07:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , Minal Sancheti

Easter 2025: 4 easy and delicious recipes to celebrate the festival

As Mumbai's Christian community gets ready to celebrate Easter on April 20, many people will get together with their family and friends to cook a feast. Here are some ideas for recipes to get you started

19 April,2025 07:19 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto , Minal Sancheti

Do you consume fatty, sugary foods? It may impair brain function, finds study

Researchers looked at the relationship between high-fat, high-sugar (HFHS) diets and first-person spatial navigation

22 April,2025 04:10 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS , Minal Sancheti

Key enzyme to fight deadly brain cancer identified

This enzyme called PGM3 plays a vital role in the hexosamine synthesis pathway, which is involved in the processes of protein and lipid glycosylation that allow tumours to rapidly grow

21 April,2025 08:11 PM IST | New York | IANS , Minal Sancheti

Pinworm medication may treat aggressive skin cancer: Researchers

The research led by University of Arizona Cancer Center and published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, found that in laboratory models of Merkel cell carcinoma, pyrvinium pamoate inhibited cancer cell growth and reversed the cancer’s neuroendocrine features

21 April,2025 08:04 PM IST | New York | IANS , Minal Sancheti

Why do relationships fall apart more often these days? Dr Shriram Nene answers

In a recent social media post, he revealed the key factors contributing to the growing frequency of relationship breakdowns, offering perspectives on the complexities of modern relationships

22 April,2025 12:42 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS , Minal Sancheti

What are we? Indians share how long it takes to define a connection

About 34 per cent of active users of the dating app between 27 and 35 claimed that by the end of three months, matches either call it a day or call it a relationship

08 April,2025 10:46 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , Minal Sancheti

2 in 7 Holi matches go beyond the festival: Survey

Holi has always been the perfect backdrop for chemistry and connection, and this year, in the digital dating world, GenZ singles have come up with a fun and unique new trend- daters are deciding compatibility based on colour choices

13 March,2025 11:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , Minal Sancheti

World Book Day Here are six audiobooks to captivate children with stories

While people often find it hard to read books due to shortening attention spans, there is always the option of audiobooks, especially for children today

22 April,2025 07:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , Minal Sancheti

Defying norms, embracing passions: How this 75-year-old Mumbai mom never gave up

Ahead of Mother’s Day 2025, 75-year-old Devyani Kothari reflects on her creative pursuits and shares how her family’s love and support empowered her to follow her passion

22 April,2025 09:23 AM IST | Mumbai | Raaina Jain , Minal Sancheti

Badshah announces dates for US 'The Unfinished Tour'; know all the details here

This tour is designed to fulfill the promise of the curtailed ‘The Paagal US Tour 2024’, and will span across six cities taking place later this year

21 April,2025 06:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , Minal Sancheti

More Indian fans want to witness matches at Wankhede than Eden Gardens

About 55 per cent of Indians eager to experience the legendary atmosphere of the stadium in Mumbai, while Eden Gardens in Kolkata and Lord’s in England also draw in 52 per cent of Indians

22 April,2025 07:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , Minal Sancheti

Key Indian monuments witness 19 pc increase in footfall from 2019 to 2024: Data

An analysis of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) data, presented in the Rajya Sabha, covering 143 monuments shows a complex recovery picture for these key heritage sites

22 April,2025 04:33 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI , Minal Sancheti

Kangra valley railway stations display artefacts to celebrate rich history

Stations, such as Kangra, Palampur and Pathankot, held several events and activities to display rare types of equipment

20 April,2025 12:26 PM IST | Himachal Pradesh | PTI , Minal Sancheti

JD, Usha Vance’s kids steal the spotlight in Indian ethnic wear on India arrival

While the two boys wore kurta pyjamas, the little girl sported a blue dress teamed with an embroidered jacket

21 April,2025 06:59 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent , Minal Sancheti

Tommy Hilfiger: Designed my first collection ever in a factory in Santacruz

In a fireside chat, the American fashion designer, who is in Mumbai, spoke with Manushi Chhillar, and discussed his Mumbai and even Indian connection, and even all things fashion

15 April,2025 02:09 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto , Minal Sancheti

Heatwave alert in Mumbai: 7 essential fashion tips to beat the heat

If you have plans to step out of your home in this weather, it is essential to dress comfortably and protect yourselves from the heat

07 April,2025 03:55 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent , Minal Sancheti

Quantum AI UK Review 2023 / Is It Legit a App or Fraud?

Quantum AI UK is an AI-based crypto trading platform.

31 January,2024 06:00 PM IST | MUMBAI | Advertorial , Minal Sancheti

Dianabol vs. Anavar: Unlock Explosive Muscle Growth and Strength

Dianabol and Anavar are two of the most popular anabolic steroids used by athletes and bodybuilders to achieve their fitness goals.

18 July,2024 06:31 PM IST | Mumbai | Advertorial , Minal Sancheti

SARMs vs. Prohormones: Which Is Safer and More Effective?

SARMs (Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators) and Prohormones are popular supplements in bodybuilding and fitness.

18 July,2024 06:20 PM IST | Mumbai | Advertorial , Minal Sancheti

Experts warn of a water crisis as Himalayan snowfall shrinks sharply

On average, snowmelt contributes about 23 per cent to the total yearly water flow in major river basins. But this year, snow persistence was 23.6 per cent below normal levels, the lowest recorded in the past 23 years, according to ICIMOD.

21 April,2025 07:30 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI , Minal Sancheti

IIT-B study explores why South Asian countries face extreme heat waves

The team found different atmospheric processes that compounded heatwave impacts leading to temperatures far exceeding typical ranges for that time of year

15 April,2025 03:35 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS , Minal Sancheti

Indian researchers introduce ‘toxicity standard’ of PM2.5 pollution

The toxicity standard implies that “policies, strategies and control measures should be taken to keep PM2.5 pollution within this limit of around 70 micrograms per cubic metre, because once the PM2.5 load exceeds this value, the toxicity starts to increase rapidly and goes beyond control

11 April,2025 06:21 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS , Minal Sancheti