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International Day of Happiness: How do Mumbaikars find joy?

International Day of Happiness: How do Mumbaikars find joy?

From cultivating slow mornings to unwinding with a cup of tea, Mumbaikars share how they find happiness in their daily lives

MF Husain's painting sells for USD 13.8 million at auction, sets record

The sale, which took place at a Christie auction in New York on March 19, nearly doubles the previous record-holder, Amrita Sher-Gil's 1937 "The Story Teller"

20 March,2025 03:13 PM IST | New York | PTI

Maharashtra: Thousands of devotees participate in Bagad Yatra on Rang Panchami

Celebrated annually on Rang Panchami in the Hindu month of Falgun, the Bagad Yatra symbolises the fulfilment of vows (navas) made to Lord Bhairavnath

20 March,2025 01:39 PM IST | Satara | PTI

Martyr's Day: Audiobooks, films guide to pay tribute to India’s freedom fighters

The day marks a solemn tribute to the sacrifices of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev Thapar, and Shivaram Rajguru, whose bravery ignited a fierce spirit of independence in India, and these audiobooks and films will help you dive into their history

20 March,2025 10:24 AM IST | Mumbai

Marking Asia Premiere, Red Lorry Film Festival to show 'One To One: John & Yono'

The festival is bringing the film to the big screen before the world gets to catch it when it releases worldwide in theatres on April 11

19 March,2025 10:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Red Lorry Film Festival: Initiative to raise funds for junior artistes

BookAChange that has launched ‘Be a Lil’ Extra’, an initiative to raise funds through the 2025 edition of the festival to provide health insurance to over 500 junior artistes from the Indian film industry. The group health insurance coverage is Rs 1,00,000 per person

19 March,2025 09:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

"Sunita is not an ordinary person...": NASA astronaut's cousin Dinesh Rawal

After her return, Sunita Williams' cousin Dinesh Rawal on Wednesday said that the NASA astronaut will change the world

19 March,2025 04:41 PM IST | Ahmedabad | ANI

As Sunita Williams returns to Earth, know her connection to this Gujarat village

All eyes were on Willaims's safe return as those in Jhulasan gathered at a village temple to view the event live on a television screen. As soon as she landed, residents celebrated the moment by bursting firecrackers, dancing and chanting 'Har Har Mahadev'

19 March,2025 12:44 PM IST | Mehsana (Gujarat) | PTI

Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore's return to Earth: Check live coverage details

The duo’s return to Earth got delayed due to technical issues in the Boeing Starliner, and they had to spend over nine months in space

18 March,2025 09:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Women's Instrumental Music Festival to be held in Byculla from March 20-22

The event, which has been conceptualised by Advocate Ashish Shelar, State Minister of Cultural Affairs and Information Technology, is free to attend and commences at 6:30 PM each day

18 March,2025 05:54 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Indore revives quest to secure UNESCO tag for Rang Panchami procession 'Ger'

The initial petition for the inclusion of 'Ger' in UNESCO's register was submitted in the year 2020 for the coveted designation of UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

18 March,2025 02:57 PM IST | Indore | IANS

Six sites added to India's tentative list by World Heritage Centre: Shekhawat

Addition to the World Heritage Centre's tentative list is mandatory if a property is to be nominated for inscription to the World Heritage List in future

17 March,2025 01:54 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI
Indore revives quest to secure UNESCO tag for Rang Panchami procession 'Ger'

Indore revives quest to secure UNESCO tag for Rang Panchami procession 'Ger'

The initial petition for the inclusion of 'Ger' in UNESCO's register was submitted in the year 2020 for the coveted designation of UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

18 March,2025 02:57 PM IST | Indore | IANS
Six sites added to India's tentative list by World Heritage Centre: Shekhawat

Six sites added to India's tentative list by World Heritage Centre: Shekhawat

Addition to the World Heritage Centre's tentative list is mandatory if a property is to be nominated for inscription to the World Heritage List in future

17 March,2025 01:54 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI
Martin Garrix delivers world’s largest Holi celebration act with over 45k fans?

Martin Garrix delivers world’s largest Holi celebration act with over 45k fans?

The unforgettable night only got better as India's beloved singer Arijit Singh joined Martin Garrix on stage for ‘Angles For Each Other’, making it a night of colour and music

16 March,2025 11:52 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Lollapalooza India: 5 reasons why Louis Tomlinson's India debut made fans happy

Lollapalooza India: 5 reasons why Louis Tomlinson's India debut made fans happy

The moment Louis took the stage, he didn’t just jump into a song—he addressed the crowd with a line that sent fans into an emotional frenzy

14 March,2025 11:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Sanam to perform in Mumbai at R City on March 15

Sanam to perform in Mumbai at R City on March 15

Sanam is known for its fresh take on Bollywood classics and chart-topping originals, has built a massive fanbase across age groups

14 March,2025 10:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

IN PHOTOS: How Gudi Padwa creates a festive atmosphere in Mumbai

Gudi Padwa, which marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year, is a major festival in Maharashtra. In the state’s capital city Mumbai, people celebrate it with enthusiasm, observing traditional rituals, dressing up in Maharashtrian attire and participating in cultural activities. Ahead of Gudi Padwa 2025, which will be observed on March 30, here’s a look at how Mumbaikars go all out to bring in the festivities. (File Pics/Kirti Surve Parade)

20 March,2025 06:30 PM IST | Raaina Jain
Amaan and Ayaan Ali Bangash reveal why festival music stands the test of time

Amaan and Ayaan Ali Bangash reveal why festival music stands the test of time

Earlier this week, the brothers, who are celebrated sarod maestros and sons of the legendary Amjad Ali Khan, released a Holi 2025 EP with India’s folk queen Padma Shri Malini Awasthi. Speaking to mid-day, they dive into its inspiration, classical music and folk music coming together, and what Holi means to them

14 March,2025 07:53 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto

American band Boyce Avenue set to return to India this April; check tour dates

American band Boyce Avenue set to return to India this April; check tour dates

Formed by Manzano brothers - Alejandro on lead vocals, guitar and piano, Fabian on guitar and vocals and Daniel on bass, percussion and vocals, Boyce Avenue first rose to fame in the late 2000s through their soul-stirring acoustic renditions of worldwide hits at the time

13 March,2025 12:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Nandan Nilekani: Time to bring a billion Indians into AI-driven digital economy

Nandan Nilekani: Time to bring a billion Indians into AI-driven digital economy

Open-source AI models, such as AI4Bharat, are working to create Indian language datasets that can power AI-driven services in agriculture, education, and healthcare, he said during an event

13 March,2025 11:07 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS

Legendary rock band Guns 'N' Roses to perform in India in May; check all details

Legendary rock band Guns 'N' Roses to perform in India in May; check all details

The last time in the rock band came to India was in December 2012, and this time will be no different as they play some of their greatest hits

11 March,2025 01:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Holi 2025: Why & How Mathura-Vrindavan celebrate Holi? All you need to know

    Holi 2025: Why & How Mathura-Vrindavan celebrate Holi? All you need to know

    Holi 2025 is here. At first glance, it’s all about the brilliant splashes of color and infectious energy. But if you look a little deeper, you’ll find that Holi is steeped in history, heartwarming legends, and meaningful traditions that bring people together year after year. Nowhere is this more evident than in Mathura and Vrindavan, where Holi is more than a celebration—it’s a divine experience!  From the legendary Lathmar Holi in Barsana to the flower-filled Phoolon wali Holi at Banke Bihari Temple, Holi in these sacred cities is a mesmerizing blend of devotion, culture, and color. Here is all you need to know about the Mathura, Vrindavan holi celebration.

    13 March,2025 04:00 PM IST
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