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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
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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
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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
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Mother’s Day: This Malad mom fearlessly defied the odds to support her family

After facing many trials and tribulations, Neysha Pereira started her own food business and was forced to become the sole earning member of her family but today she is happy

21 April,2025 02:42 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
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A mom’s mantra: Don’t take your home to work, and don’t bring your work home

Ahead of Mother’s Day 2025, Mumbai-based fashion designer and special educator Anjali shares how she derived strength from her daughter and found purpose in her work while overcoming a challenging phase in life

21 April,2025 10:55 AM IST | Mumbai | Raaina Jain
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How this Vasai mother found financial independence through baking

Zoya Mulla, who started baking in 2017, has not only found her passion but also her means to financial independence

21 April,2025 10:41 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
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Love art? Check out these art exhibitions in India this April

If you are looking to indulge in a dose of art this month, then there are quite a few interesting art exhibitions that are on not only in Mumbai but also Delhi

19 April,2025 08:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Ahead of Easter, 'The Chosen: Last Supper' Season 5 releases in theatres

Following the success of four compelling seasons, 'The Chosen' returns with another season with a powerful and emotionally charged portrayal of the Last Supper—a pivotal chapter in the life of Jesus Christ

19 April,2025 07:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

'Others want to be lead guitar shredders, but rhythm guitar is where I shine'

The American guitarist, who was recently in India for the very first time, to perform at Lollapalooza India 2025, spoke about discovering his own voice, being a band leader and the possibility of experimenting with Indian sounds

19 April,2025 06:50 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto

'Who would have thought folks from south India would be playing at Coachella?'

In an Instagram reel, he documents his tour diary—from rehearsals in LA, the road trip to Palm Springs, to the moments just before he takes the stage in America

19 April,2025 12:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Darwin archives, UDHR added to UNESCO's Memory of the World Register

The world body has added 74 new documentary heritage collections to its Memory of the World Register, bringing the total number of inscribed collections to 570

19 April,2025 11:19 AM IST | Mumbai | PTI

Sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha displayed in Sri Lanka after 16 years

According to historical records, the tooth relic which came to Kandy in 1590, came to symbolise Buddhist holiness, becoming Sri Lanka's most treasured possession and the seal of sovereignty

18 April,2025 01:11 PM IST | Kandy, Sri Lanka | PTI

Bhagavad Gita, Natyashastra added to UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register

The announcement coincides with World Heritage Day (April 18), which is marked globally to promote awareness of the importance of preserving both natural and cultural heritage

18 April,2025 12:40 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    What is Chaitra Navratri 2025 and why is it celebrated?

    Chaitra Navratri 2025 is here, bringing in a wave of devotion from all the worshippers of Maa Durga. While Sharad Navratri observed before Dussehra, is the commonly known Navratri, there are four Navratris in a year - the rest three being Chaitra Navratri and 2 Gupt Navratris. Right now, it’s time for Chaitra Navratri! But why do we celebrate it, and what makes it special? Let’s dive deep into its significance, traditions, and spiritual essence.

    04 April,2025 08:39 PM