Sarasvati T is a multimedia journalist. Her beats of interest are education, issues of social justice and internet freedom.
As the civic body alerts Mumbaikars about a rise in the cases of leptospirosis in the city after over a week’s heavy rainfall, Mid-Day Online reached out to city-based experts to know the symptoms and preventive measures for the disease... [Read More]
21 July,2022 09:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Sarasvati TWhile the controversy concerning reports of Kim Kardashian damaging Marilyn Monroe’s iconic gown deepens, textile conservators and archivists tell us how historical textiles and costumes are preserved in India’s museums... [Read More]
23 June,2022 03:37 PM IST | Mumbai | Sarasvati TWhile hypertension affects over 40 percent of adults in India, only over five percent of diagnosed hypertensives are undergoing treatment for the condition. On World Hypertension Day, experts weigh in on the causes, effects and prevention of hypertension... [Read More]
16 May,2022 03:32 PM IST | Mumbai | Sarasvati T`Shelf Life` is a weekly series that explores the reading culture in Mumbai. In part one, Mid-day visits Dr Ambedkar Book Centre, once a magnet for students and book sellers in the city, which is now reduced to a make-do stall. After the centre was razed by miscreants, its lone showrunner Mangala Waman Kadam is continuing the struggle for revival... [Read More]
31 March,2022 03:37 PM IST | Mumbai | Sarasvati TThe Marathi film ‘Zollywood’ offers an unfiltered glimpse into Vidarbha’s thriving zhadipatti theatre scene. Director Trushant Ingle and writer-actor Asawari Naidu tell us about their early engagements with the form and challenges in bringing it to the big screen... [Read More]
05 September,2022 08:34 PM IST | Mumbai | Sarasvati TThe Static Surveillance Teams (SST) of the Election Commission are on vigil to prevent the transportation of unaccounted funds ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024 (Pics/Ashish Raje)... [Read More]
16 November,2024 08:11 PM ISTDiscover the world’s most glamorous destinations where celebrities unwind, from serene beaches to snow-capped mountains. ... [Read More]
16 November,2024 06:10 PM ISTMyntra hosted the second edition of its incredible `Creator Fest` in Mumbai. Attendees at the event included some of the country`s most fashionable creators and celebrities, like Arjun Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar, Vedang Raina, Munawar Faruqui, Uorfi Javed, Rhea Chakraborty, and Mannara Chopra, among others.... [Read More]
16 November,2024 04:33 PM ISTDev Deepawali was celebrated in India on Friday, November 15. Here are some glimpses from the festival. (Pics: AFP/PTI)... [Read More]
16 November,2024 03:30 PM ISTColdplay will be in India for their `Music of The Spheres World Tour` in January 2025. They will be performing three shows in Mumbai on January 18, 19 and 21, and one show in Ahmedabad on January 25. As the tickets for the Coldplay Ahmedabad concert go live, here are some interesting facts about the band you probably didn’t know. ... [Read More]
16 November,2024 01:22 PM ISTAs Team India seals the T20I series by 3-1 against South Africa, here is all you need to know about the records in the fourth match (Pic: X/@BCCI)... [Read More]
16 November,2024 09:44 AM ISTAs Indian Idol 15 is set to enthrall the audience in the coming months with melodious singers taking over the stage, we look at the show’s alumni, who may have not become winners but garnered immense fame... [Read More]
15 November,2024 07:06 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... [Read More]
15 November,2024 09:53 PM ISTActor Saqib Saleem, who was recently featured in the web series ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ speaks exclusively to mid-day.com about his role as Agent KD in the Raj and DK directorial. Saqib opens up about the love and appreciation he has received for his brief stint, bonding with co-actor Varun Dhawan, and his controversial absence from the trailer launch. Watch the video for more... [Read More]
16 November,2024 07:00 PM ISTTina Datta, the actress who gained immense popularity after playing Iccha in Uttaran, didn`t have an easy time shifting to Mumbai. After spending more than a decade in the city, she has finally found her place. Tina, who is now a well-established actress, went down memory lane with us at Midday`s Mumbai Meri Jaan and recalled her early days in Mumbai, sharing a studio apartment. The actress` mom also shared how her daughter Tina worked night and day to manage her studies. Tina also revealed believing that participating in Bigg Boss 16 was a mistake.... [Read More]
16 November,2024 06:16 PM ISTManipur is simmering with protests as scuffle broke out after alleged kidnapping of 6 villagers by militants. Anger simmered in Imphal after 6 dead bodies of the hostages were recovered yesterday. Women vendors in the capital hit streets over the killing of 6 hostages including 3 minors.... [Read More]
16 November,2024 05:03 PM ISTIn a dramatic instance from the New Zealand Parliament, Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke has gone viral for her protest. Maipi-Clarke staged a haka protest to express disagreement with the Indigenous Treaty Bill in the Parliament. The protest in the form of a Haka dance was joined by her party members to disrupt the vote on the contentious bill. The bill aimed at re-interpreting an 184-year-old treaty between the British and Indigenous Maori. This is not the first time Hana made herself noticed by the world with a traditional Maori act in Parliament. ... [Read More]
16 November,2024 05:00 PM ISTMyntra hosted the second edition of its incredible `Creator Fest` in Mumbai. The event unfolded as a vibrant celebration of the country`s trailblazing fashion and beauty content creators, who are best known for their unique sense of style and appreciation of trends. Attendees at the event included some of the country`s most fashionable creators and celebrities, like Arjun Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar, Vedang Raina, Munawar Faruqui, Uorfi Javed, Krishna Shroff, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Rhea Chakraborty, and Mannara Chopra, among others... [Read More]
16 November,2024 04:28 PM ISTTelevision actor and former Bigg Boss contestant Shalin Bhanot celebrated his birthday in style at a lavish party held at a posh Mumbai restaurant. Surrounded by close friends, family, and several celebrities, the bash was a star-studded affair. Among the attendees were TV personalities Nia Sharma, Gurmeet Chaudhary, and Abhishek Kumar, along with `Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3` director Aneez Bazmee. Tiger Shroff`s sister, Krishna Shroff, was also spotted at the celebration.... [Read More]
16 November,2024 03:40 PM ISTOn the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti on 15th November, BJP chief JP Nadda visited the Gurudwara in Thane to offer prayers. However, this visit stirred a huge controversy. While news was circulating that the BJP chief was asked to leave the Gurudwara premises, Thane Gurudwara Committee has issued a clarification on the same. The committee in the statement has said that it was the mediapersons who were requested not to stand with their backs to the kirtan and were asked to maintain decorum. Take a look.... [Read More]
16 November,2024 03:22 PM ISTIf you have not faced auto-rickshaw bullying, high traffic congestion and choking from the pollution at BKC, it is highly likely you are not a regular commuter in this area. Ask any commuter about the pain of travelling or working at Mumbai’s costliest real-estate areas, and the discussion might not end soon. The problems are not new but have rather got worse with time as commuters accept it as a part and parcel of working in this posh area. What puts BKC in danger and why is it losing its shine? Take a look.... [Read More]
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