CY Gopinath, in Bangkok, throws unique light and shadows on Mumbai, the city that raised him. Email: cygopi@gmail.com
Can the law stop a person from being multi-faceted? How many skills should one have in a world where skills become obsolete overnight?... [Read More]
18 November,2024 07:21 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathWe turn the page and move on now, from wars, brutality, rapes, genocides, lies. How can we bring outrage back into our lives?... [Read More]
12 November,2024 07:27 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathWestern psychology tells us we pass through five stages when we grieve. But there’s more to grief than meets the eye... [Read More]
04 November,2024 05:11 PM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathIn which I finally understand why a great country like India has such a weak currency and why the rupee never shows up at forex bureaus... [Read More]
29 October,2024 07:00 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathIn today’s battered, brutal, world, there are enough people who would like to just leave the party. But society won’t let you die in peace, even if you can’t live in peace... [Read More]
21 October,2024 06:49 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathUddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Varun Sardesai won the Bandra East Assembly constituency against sitting MLA Zeeshan Siddique, the two young political leaders were seen visiting the counting centers on Saturday. Pics/Satej Shinde... [Read More]
23 November,2024 05:34 PM ISTNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his past negotiations with the United States only confirmed Washington`s "unchangeable" hostility toward his country and described his nuclear buildup as the only way to counter external threats, state media said Friday. (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
22 November,2024 01:10 PM ISTLatest OTT releases to watch this week: It`s that time of the week again when we bring you the freshest updates from the world of over-the-top (OTT) entertainment. The next seven days are packed with a delightful mix of movies and TV shows that promise to satisfy all your binge-watching cravings. So, grab your popcorn, and let`s dive into the exciting lineup.... [Read More]
19 November,2024 03:34 PM ISTShiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray passed away on November 17, 2012. On his 12th death anniversary, we present some rare photos from his political and personal life (Pics/Atul Kamble, Ashish Rane).... [Read More]
17 November,2024 03:48 PM ISTElection Commission officials conducted home voting for senior citizens in Mumbai`s Mahim area on Thursday. (Pics/Ashish Raje)... [Read More]
14 November,2024 02:17 PM ISTThe Worli Assembly Constituency is expected to see an interesting contest between two political scions — Aaditya Thackeray from Shiv Sena (UBT) and Milind Deora from Shiv Sena. The two candidates shared their vision for Worli Assembly Constituency and Mumbai at Indian Merchants Chamber in Churchgate on Monday (PICS/KIRTI SURVE PARADE) ... [Read More]
11 November,2024 07:06 PM ISTTeam India head coach Gautam Gambhir opened up on various topics during the recent press conference. Here is all you need to know (Pic: File Pic)... [Read More]
11 November,2024 01:44 PM ISTFormer President Donald Trump on Wednesday won the US presidency for a second term in one of the greatest political comebacks in American history, cruising past his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in a bitterly fought election. (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
07 November,2024 11:17 AM ISTNovember 23 marks a significant day for Maharashtra as the results of the 2024 Assembly elections are set to be announced. The Maharashtra Assembly elections, held on November 20, saw a fierce contest between two major alliances. The ruling BJP-led Mahayuti coalition, which includes Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde) and NCP (Ajit Pawar), is currently leading, with hopes of retaining power in the state. On the other hand, the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), consisting of Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), and NCP (Sharad Pawar), is challenging the incumbent government. With results pending, the excitement is palpable. Let`s head to the streets of Mumbai to hear what the city`s residents have to say about the ongoing political drama.... [Read More]
23 November,2024 05:21 PM ISTThe Mahayuti alliance, comprising the BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP, is set for a thumping victory in Maharashtra. The BJP headquarter at Nariman Point in Mumbai has erupted into huge celebration. BJP leaders Devendra Fadnavis, Vinod Tawde, Chandrashekhar Bawankule reached the BJP headquarters to celebrate the impending victory. Party workers of the Mahayuti Alliance celebrated with Dhol, Nagada and sweets before the Maharashtra Election Result 2024 official announcement. ... [Read More]
23 November,2024 04:53 PM ISTWith the Mahayuti alliance all set to claim a landslide victory in the Maharashtra Assembly Election 2024, the BJP headquarter at Nariman Point, Mumbai is gearing up for a huge celebration. Jalebis and Laddus are being made outside the office as party members celebrate the impending victory. BJP leader Chitra Wagh was seen trying her hands on making Jalebi which will be distributed amongst the party workers to celebrate the occasion.... [Read More]
23 November,2024 04:28 PM ISTBJP-led Mahayuti alliance is all set to claim a landslide victory in the Maharashtra election results 2024. On Mahayuti`s performance in assembly elections, Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis said, "The people of Maharashtra have given us an unprecedented victory. This shows that people are with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In line with the slogan he gave `Ek hain toh safe hain`, people from all sections and communities voted for us unitedly... This is the victory of Mahayuti, CM Eknath Shinde, Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and Ramdas Athawale, this is the victory of unity..."... [Read More]
23 November,2024 03:45 PM ISTThe BJP led Mahayuti coalition is all set to claim a sweeping victory in the state of Maharashtra. Actress Swara Bhaskar’s husband Fahad Ahmad, NCP (SCP) leader contested in the elections from the Anushakti Nagar constituency that has been a bastion of NCP veteran Nawab Malik. While as per ECI’s figures by 2 pm, Fahad Ahmad is trailing behind Sana Malik of the Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). Fahad Ahmad and wife Swara Bhaskar cried foul and levelled accusations of EVM tampering. Swara Bhasker had campaigned for husband Fahad intensely in the constituency. ... [Read More]
23 November,2024 03:33 PM ISTDirector Rakesh Roshan has re-released his iconic film `Karan Arjun` and revealed the movie`s intriguing and complex casting history. Initially, the roles were supposed to be played by Ajay Devgn and Shah Rukh Khan, but due to certain issues, the casting plans changed. Roshan almost signed Aamir Khan to star opposite Salman Khan, but later decided to replace Aamir with Shah Rukh Khan. Roshan also shared an interesting anecdote about Shah Rukh’s initial reluctance to accept the film`s theme of reincarnation. However, after the massive success of Karan Arjun, Shah Rukh humorously admitted his misjudgment and the director even joked that the success of the film inspired him to make `Om Shanti Om.` When asked if he would consider remaking `Karan Arjun,` Roshan suggested that Hrithik Roshan and Ranbir Kapoor would be his ideal choices for the new version.... [Read More]
23 November,2024 03:00 PM ISTAs BJP-led Mahyuti is set to claim a sweeping victory in the state, the BJP office in Mumbai is gearing up for a big celebration. Sweets have been called in in huge numbers and the decorations have already begun. The enthusiastic party workers have started pouring in huge numbers and were seen dancing to celebrate the seeming victory of their party. BJP leader Vinod Tawde was also seen at the BJP office along with other leaders who are gathering in high spirits to celebrate BJP’s performance in the state of Maharashtra. Maharashtra Election Results are expected to be confirmed by evening after the vote counting concludes for the 288 assembly seats.... [Read More]
23 November,2024 02:57 PM ISTOn his three-nation tour to Nigeria, Brazil, and Guyana, Prime Minister Modi presented unique gifts from various regions of India to global leaders. Among the notable gifts were eight from Maharashtra, including an exquisite Silver Candle Stand for Italian PM Giorgia Meloni and an engraved Silver Fruit Bowl with peacock and tree motifs for the CARICOM Secretary General. The gifts, rich in cultural heritage, reflected India’s diverse craftsmanship.... [Read More]
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