CY Gopinath, in Bangkok, throws unique light and shadows on Mumbai, the city that raised him. Email: cygopi@gmail.com
I don’t want no banana fritters, I don’t want no bananas, I don’t want no banana leaf, all I want is some of that ol’ Musa Pseudostem Khich Khach... [Read More]
06 May,2025 08:27 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathMumbai’s stray animals fall in the grey zone between boundless greed and unbounded compassion, welcome till they become unwelcome... [Read More]
29 April,2025 06:40 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathThe fourth-smallest country in the world is sinking and will soon disappear. The world had a solution: install ATM machines... [Read More]
22 April,2025 06:46 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathIn a world where human contact is a message sent via apps, here are some lessons about our profound need to touch and be touched... [Read More]
15 April,2025 06:42 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathIf you’re not invited to a party, would you keep trying to get in? This is what scientists have been doing for centuries with the Sentinelese... [Read More]
08 April,2025 08:08 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathBlack smoke is again pouring out of the Sistine Chapel chimney, indicating that no pope was elected on second or third ballots of the conclave to choose a new leader of the Catholic Church. (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
08 May,2025 03:58 PM ISTA helicopter on way to the Gangotri temple crashed near Gangnani in Uttarkashi district on Thursday, killing six persons, including the pilot, and leaving one seriously injured, officials said. Five women pilgrims were among the dead. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
08 May,2025 03:44 PM ISTOne of Team India`s most established opening batsmen, Rohit Sharma, announced his retirement from the longest format of the game. Following his retirement, a void has been left in the opening spot. Here are all the contenders for the opening slot in Test cricket (Pics: File Pic)... [Read More]
08 May,2025 02:53 PM ISTThis Mother’s Day 2025, we celebrate the moms who made us laugh! From quirky comebacks to lovable traits, these on-screen mothers brought comic relief and charm in equal measure. From Daya Ben’s (Disha Vakani) “Hai Maa Mataji!” to Anjali’s (Kajol) “Bade mazakia ho,” here’s a look at iconic performances that prove no one does humour quite like desi moms... [Read More]
08 May,2025 04:46 PM ISTThe communal violence in India has been a topic of stress for quite some time. Not only common people, but even popular celebrities have been denied houses because of their religion. In a city like Mumbai, where people from different parts of the country come to chase their dreams, actors like Aly Goni, Emraan Hashmi, and Saif Ali Khan have faced discrimination while house-hunting due to their faith... [Read More]
08 May,2025 11:17 AM ISTIf you`re looking for activities to do this weekend in Mumbai, here`s a line-up that is sure to keep you busy. Explore events and experiences like a film screening, open mic, music performance and aerial yoga class, among others (Story by Minal Sancheti)... [Read More]
08 May,2025 10:06 AM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day (All Pics/Yogen Shah)... [Read More]
07 May,2025 10:11 PM ISTChennai Super Kings’ left-arm wrist spinner Noor Ahmad delivered a memorable performance at Eden Gardens on Wednesday, exploiting the turning conditions to perfection. (Pic: IPL/X)... [Read More]
07 May,2025 09:39 PM ISTOn May 7, Amritsar conducted a citywide blackout drill as part of a civil defence preparedness exercise. According to ASI Jagtar Singh, the half-hour blackout from 10:30 PM to 11 PM was carried out to simulate wartime conditions, ensuring no lights were visible to prevent enemy detection. The drill was in line with directives aiming at enhancing urban readiness during a high-threat scenario.... [Read More]
08 May,2025 05:31 PM ISTSri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) in Amritsar witnessed a brief blackout during a nationwide mock drill conducted under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) directive and Amritsar’s Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport is closed until further notice. The exercise aimed to test emergency readiness and security coordination at key public locations. Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, also participated, activating sirens to signal a blackout drill. These drills are part of heightened preparedness amid rising national security concerns. ... [Read More]
08 May,2025 05:27 PM ISTDue to rising cross-border tensions post `Operation Sindoor` and national security drills, the theatrical release of Bhool Chuk Maaf, starring Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi, has been cancelled. Directed by Karan Sharma, the film will now premiere directly on Prime Video on May 16. ... [Read More]
08 May,2025 04:43 PM ISTIn a major counter-terror operation, Indian forces have reportedly eliminated over 100 terrorists as part of Operation Sindoor, though officials say the final toll is still being assessed. The operation, launched in response to the deadly April 22 attack on tourists in Pahalgam, is still underway. Operation Sindoor was carried out in the early hours of May 7, targeting nine known terror hideouts across Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir. The precision strikes were based on solid intelligence and aimed at neutralizing facilities linked to UN-designated terror outfits, including Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba. The Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force jointly executed the mission, placing special emphasis on avoiding civilian harm and steering clear of Pakistani military infrastructure. Officials have emphasized that India does not seek further escalation, but will act decisively if provoked. For now, the message from New Delhi is clear: the operation was a direct response to terror and not the act of war. ... [Read More]
08 May,2025 04:39 PM ISTThe Pakistani Army violated the ceasefire for the 14th consecutive day, resorting to unprovoked firing and heavy shelling across the Line of Control (LoC) in several areas, including Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, and Akhnoor. The shelling, which included artillery and mortar fire, resulted in the death of at least 13 people, including four children and one Indian soldier. The attack came in the wake of India’s Operation Sindoor, with the Indian Army responding proportionately to the aggression. Several houses were severely damaged in the intense shelling, leaving local communities in a state of panic. Residents of border villages under the Kashmir division were forced to flee their homes and move to safer locations as Pakistani forces began targeting civilian areas. Locals have expressed deep distress over the continuous shelling and the targeting of innocent civilians, calling for immediate steps to ensure their safety and restore peace in the region.... [Read More]
08 May,2025 03:15 PM ISTIn a dramatic turn of events on May 7, the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘Operation Sindoor,’ a large-scale retaliatory strike targeting terror infrastructure. The operation drew swift global reactions, with the United States urging a swift de-escalation and Japan expressing concern over the unfolding crisis. Turkey, meanwhile, accused India of risking an "all-out war" but called on both India and Pakistan to act with restraint and "common sense" amid the growing military confrontation. In the aftermath, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to express gratitude for Ankara’s support. Taking to platform X (formerly Twitter), Sharif thanked the Turkish leadership for their “solidarity and prayers,” describing Turkey as a steadfast ally. He also briefed Erdoğan on Pakistan’s military response and reiterated Islamabad’s resolve to defend its sovereignty.... [Read More]
08 May,2025 01:08 PM ISTA young husband-wife duo from Kerala, dubbed the modern-day ‘Bunty and Babli’, have been arrested by Khar Police for stealing ₹53,500 from a clothing store on Mumbai’s Linking Road. The couple, Athulya Milan Vathiyat and Milan Baiju Vathiyat, pulled off the theft using a clever distraction trick — while the woman pretended to shop and kept the salesman busy, her partner quietly slipped behind the counter and took the cash. But this wasn’t their first time. Since their release from jail in September 2024, they’ve been on a nationwide theft spree, targeting major retail stores in cities like Delhi, Chennai, Bhopal, and Bengaluru. Police say the duo has pulled off over 50 similar heists, always during early store hours when staff is minimal. To avoid getting caught, they regularly changed phones and SIM cards, erasing their digital trail. However, their run came to an end in Mumbai`s Khar, where investigators finally tracked them down and uncovered their long list of crimes.... [Read More]
08 May,2025 12:58 PM ISTAnupam Kher and Nimrat Kaur praised ‘Operation Sindoor,’ thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and commended the Indian Armed Forces for their unwavering dedication. `The Kashmir Files` actors expressed pride in Col. Sofiya Qureshi and Vyomika Singh for leading the briefing, calling it a symbolic tribute to widows of fallen soldiers. Nimrat Kaur, drawing from her army background, shared a deep sense of pride and solidarity with the forces.... [Read More]
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