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Panvel: Court orders auction of ex-MLA’s assets in Rs 512 crore bank fraud

The assets include a sprawling sports academy and a land parcel in Panvel, both of which were previously attached by investigative agencies. Patil, a three-time MLA from Panvel and once from Uran under the Peasants and Workers Party of India, is the prime accused in the case

25 July,2025 12:53 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Thane businessman accuses trio of duping him of Rs 1.5 crore over machinery

25 July,2025 12:03 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent ,

Two booked as woman performs 'aura farming' on Merc bonnet in Navi Mumbai

25 July,2025 11:17 AM IST | Navi Mumbai | PTI ,

Healthy baby born onboard Air India Express flight from Muscat to Mumbai

25 July,2025 11:41 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Thane ACB arrests civic official over taking Rs 40,000 bribe

Pawar on 2006 train blasts: No one should be shielded due to political pressure

Pawar stated that the state has been instructed to thoroughly investigate the matter and, if necessary, impose the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA)

25 July,2025 10:14 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Marathi is spoken first in Maharashtra, then Hindi: Ajit Pawar amid language row

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated that there is nothing wrong with requesting someone to speak in Marathi within the State. However, he added that his government will not tolerate manhandling anyone in the name of language

25 July,2025 10:07 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Mumbai: Student falls unconsicous outside college in Kandivali, dies

25 July,2025 04:30 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI ,

Mumbai rains disrupt local train services; police advise caution

25 July,2025 03:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Mumbai: 8-foot Indian rat snake rescued from Mulund housing society

25 July,2025 02:55 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet Jadhav ,

IMD issues orange alert for Mumbai, Thane, warns of ‘very heavy rainfall'

25 July,2025 02:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Healthy baby born onboard Air India Express flight from Muscat to Mumbai

Two booked as woman performs 'aura farming' on Merc bonnet in Navi Mumbai

Navi Mumbai police have booked two 24-year-old men for letting a woman perform 'aura farming' a viral stunt trend on the bonnet of a moving Mercedes-Benz in Kharghar. The act was caught on video and went viral. The accused lacked valid driving licences and now face serious charges under the BNS and Motor Vehicles Act.

25 July,2025 11:17 AM IST | Navi Mumbai | PTI ,

Mumbai weather updates: Heavy rain lash city; IMD issues orange alert

The IMD has issued an orange alert for the city, warning of intense rain at isolated locations. Residents are advised to stay cautious, especially in low-lying areas prone to waterlogging

25 July,2025 10:26 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

The accident occurred near the main gate of Indira Gandhi Memorial (IGM) Hospital in Bhiwandi town of Thane. Representational Pic/File

Thane: 4-year-old boy, woman killed after being hit by truck in Bhiwandi

25 July,2025 04:33 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent ,

45-year-old woman, son held for burglaries in Thane

25 July,2025 03:54 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent ,

Panvel: Court orders auction of ex-MLA’s assets in Rs 512 crore bank fraud

25 July,2025 12:53 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Thane businessman accuses trio of duping him of Rs 1.5 crore over machinery

25 July,2025 12:03 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent ,

Thane ACB arrests civic official over taking Rs 40,000 bribe

Mumbai court acquits BJP leader Gopal Shetty in police assault case

The court noted that the only witness who partly supported the prosecution case was the constable, and "even his testimony was contradictory, vague, and substantially weakened during cross-examination"

24 July,2025 06:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Court grants bail to teacher accused of sexually assaulting 16-year-old boy

Special judge Sabina Malik, who was hearing cases of Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, granted bail to the teacher of a city-based prominent school on Monday

24 July,2025 04:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Having become a mother for the second time, I am more confident in my relatively new role, but I wonder if the self I had to shed in order to accommodate life will ever re-inhabit my maternal body

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IN PHOTOS: Philippines battered by typhoon; 25 dead, 278,000 evacuated this week

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Israel-Hamas War: 20 Killed at Gaza aid site; Israeli Strikes Hit Civilians

Israel Hits Hamas' 100 Terror Targets; Southern Syria on Alert | Full Report

Epstein Memo Fallout: MAGA rebel to escalate? Bondi under fire

Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Returns Back To Earth; Family Overwhelmed

London Plane Crash: Southend Airport Crash Under Investigation

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The Fantastic Four: First Steps movie review- A clearly fantastic new beginning

This film manages to live up to the sky-high expectations preceding its release and is undoubtedly an exciting, imaginative, adventurous kick-starter for a new Marvel Cinematic Universe

25 July,2025 04:42 PM IST | Mumbai | Johnson Thomas ,

Ed Sheeran calls visiting Arijit Singh in his hometown 'a pilgrimage of music'

Ed Sheeran has showered praise on collaborator Arijit Singh. The two worked together for Ed's latest track Saphhire. A new version with Arijit's vocal has been released

25 July,2025 04:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Anupam Kher says Tanvi –The Great was crowd-funded by independent financers

Anupam Kher's Tanvi- The Great was made on a budget of Rs 50 crore by crowd funding from investors not in the movie business. Kher said that neither the investors nor the actors have asked for money yet

25 July,2025 03:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

OTT platforms banned by Govt for showing sexually explicit content

The Government of India has issued a directive to Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to disable public access to 25 OTT platforms. These include big and popular names such as Ullu, ALTT, and Desiflix

25 July,2025 02:08 PM IST | Mumbai | ,

Sarzameen movie review: Prithviraj, Kajol, and Ibrahim-starrer falls flat

Sarzameen tries to be an emotional thriller but ends up as a confused, logic-defying drama with forced sentiment and underwhelming performances. Despite a stellar cast and strong production backing, it fails to strike an emotional chord

25 July,2025 01:13 PM IST | Mumbai | Athulya Nambiar ,

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Fahadh Faasil's retirement plan involves turning driver in Spain; here's why

Fahadh Faasil has once again spoken about his retirement plans which he had stated earlier. The actor expressed his desire to drive an Uber in Barcelona, Spain

25 July,2025 03:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Payal Malik reaches Kali temple seeking apology after getting brutally trolled

Payal Malik, social media influencer and Bigg Boss OTT 3 contestant, has issued a public apology after facing backlash for a video where she dressed as Goddess Kali, which many found offensive. The video, now deleted, sparked outrage for hurting religious sentiments

25 July,2025 01:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Pawan Kalyan fans create ruckus at Hari Hara Veera Mallu screening in the UK

Pawan Kalyan's fan recently created a ruckus in a UK theatre by throwing confetti and disrupting the screening of his film Hari Hara Veera Mallu. The theatre staff can be seen schooling the fans about littering the cinema hall, while they seemed unbothered

25 July,2025 01:23 PM IST | Mumbai | ,

Shilpa Shirodkar talks about dating rumours with Sachin Tendulkar

Actress Shilpa Shirodkar has finally addressed long-standing rumours of a past relationship with cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, clarifying that they were never romantically involved and were just friends

25 July,2025 01:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

'Love to one and money to the other': Anupam Kher on Saiyaara vs Tanvi The Great

Anupam Kher's directorial Tanvi The Great locked horns with Mohit Suri's Saiyara at the box office by releasing on the same day. While Saiyaara has been witnessing massive success, Tanvi has failed to perform. Amid this, the veteran actor shared a thoughtful message

25 July,2025 12:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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As War 2 trailer releases, Kiara Advani drops new poster of the film

New mom Kiara Advani expressed her excitement ahead of War 2 trailer launch by sharing a poster of the film with Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR. Just a day before the much-awaited trailer launch, Kiara took to her Instagram Stories to share an unseen behind-the-scenes photo from the sets of 'War 2'

25 July,2025 05:06 PM IST | Mumbai | ANI ,

Shanaya Kapoor steps into experimental cinema with Adarsh Gourav in Tu Yaa Mai

Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gourav are all set to share screen space in Bejoy Nambiar's Tu Yaa Mia. The film is being backed by producers Aanand L. Rai, Himanshu Sharma, Vinod Bhanushali, and Kamlesh Bhanushali. The upcoming film is slated for a theatrical release on Valentine’s Day 2026

25 July,2025 04:59 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS ,

Anupam Kher says Tanvi –The Great was crowd-funded by independent financers

Anupam Kher's Tanvi- The Great was made on a budget of Rs 50 crore by crowd funding from investors not in the movie business. Kher said that neither the investors nor the actors have asked for money yet

25 July,2025 03:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Sanjana Sanghi celebrates five years of Dil Bechara in most special way

Sanjana Sanghi's debut film Dil Bechara clocked 5 years of release this week. To celebrate it in most special way, she remembered co-star Sushant Singh Rajput and shared a heartfelt note expressing gratitude for the opportunity she got

25 July,2025 02:58 PM IST | Mumbai | ANI ,

Karan Johar made a mistake with OK Jaanu

Karan Johar says making OK Jaanu was a mistake

“Karan Johar recently opened up about the failure of the Sharaddha Kapoor and Aditya Roy Kapoor starrer OK Jaanu. The filmmaker says his instincts told him not to do the film, but he did not listen”

25 July,2025 02:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Karan Johar opens up on feeling different from others: I was more feminine

Karan Johar opened up about his emotional struggles during childhood, particularly feeling isolated and different due to being labelled as "feminine", he even shared about being ragged at school

25 July,2025 02:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Love is in the air! Tara Sutaria blows kiss at rumoured boyfriend Veer Pahariya

Tara Sutaria recently walked the ramp at the India Couture Week in Delhi. During her walk, the actress shared a sweet moment with her rumoured boyfriend Veer Pahariya, who was seen seated in the front row. The two blew kisses at each other

25 July,2025 02:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Selena Gomez's Only Murders in the Building Season 5 gets a release date

Since its debut in 2021, Selena Gomez starrer Only Murders in the Building has become a fan favourite and has received nearly 60 Emmy nominations. The series is all set to reboot for the fifth season this September.

25 July,2025 02:47 PM IST | Washington | ANI ,

Saare Jahan Se Accha: Makers recreate parts of Karachi in Mumbai and Chandigarh

Makers of Pratik Gandhi’s spy thriller Saare Jahan Se Accha recreated parts of Karachi in Mumbai and Chandigarh. The story of the series is inspired by India and Pakistan’s nuclear arms race in the 1970s

25 July,2025 07:33 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBR ,

‘I thought she was smarter’: Purav Jha on Elnaaz Norouzi | Exclusive

Purav Jha exposes Elnaaz Nourouzi's claims about what went on between the traitors inside the secret tower at night. He also opened up about Nikita declining the offer and revealed that he is soon to make his acting debut

24 July,2025 02:57 PM IST | Mumbai | Amarylisa Gonsalves ,

Vaani Kapoor opens up on playing a cop in Mandala Murders

Vaani Kapoor is all set to play a cop in Mandala Muders, a role she has never done before. She praises the show's balance of strength and vulnerability in her character. Kapoor, who admires female-led action films, says the physical and emotional demands of action are intense but rewarding

23 July,2025 03:42 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI ,

Mouni Roy. Pic/Yogen Shah

Mouni Roy calls Salakaar a career challenging experience

“Mouni Roy opened up about her upcoming spy thriller Salakaar, calling it a project that challenged her as an artist. She was drawn to the script’s unique blend of political suspense and intimate emotional moments”

22 July,2025 03:44 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS ,

Two Much: Kajol and Twinkle Khanna to host a new talk show

An all-new talk show with actresses Twinkle Khanna and Kajol has recently been announced and it promises to be bold, fierce, and all things spicy. Several celebrity guests are expected to be in the line-up

22 July,2025 02:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Ravi Kishan reveals he touches his wife's feet every night, Ajay Devgn jokes

Ravi Kishan revealed on The Great Indian Kapil Show that he touches his wife’s feet every night as a mark of gratitude for her support. Ajay Devgn lightened the moment with a witty quip

21 July,2025 06:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Rapper GloRilla arrested after burglary attempt at her house

Rapper GloRilla's house was invaded by reported burglars recently while she was away performing. However, the rapper herself got arrested after the police discovered illegal drugs at her residence

25 July,2025 05:19 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

The Fantastic Four: First Steps movie review- A clearly fantastic new beginning

This film manages to live up to the sky-high expectations preceding its release and is undoubtedly an exciting, imaginative, adventurous kick-starter for a new Marvel Cinematic Universe

25 July,2025 04:42 PM IST | Mumbai | Johnson Thomas ,

Ed Sheeran calls visiting Arijit Singh in his hometown 'a pilgrimage of music'

Ed Sheeran has showered praise on collaborator Arijit Singh. The two worked together for Ed's latest track Saphhire. A new version with Arijit's vocal has been released

25 July,2025 04:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Not October 2025, Michael Jackson biopic to now release in April 2026!

Michael Jackson biopic, directed by Antoine Fuqua, was earlier scheduled to release in October 2025, but has been delayed and will now release in April 2026. The biopic is written by John Logan, and sees Jaafar Jackson as his late uncle

25 July,2025 08:04 AM IST | Los Angeles | IANS ,

Hailey Bieber, Justin Bieber

Hailey Bieber revealed she suffered from postpartum haemorrhage: I was bleeding

“Hailey Bieber shared her emotional journey through pregnancy, childbirth, and early motherhood, revealing both the joy and challenges of welcoming her first child, Jack Blues Bieber, with husband Justin Bieber”

24 July,2025 06:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Billy Joel opens up on challenges, struggles of his life in new documentary

The documentary, directed by Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin, is a rare, revelatory glimpse into the private world of one of rock music's most enduring acts -- and how he overcame substance abuse

24 July,2025 06:19 PM IST | Washington DC | mid-day online correspondent ,

Tia Mowry on receiving backlash for calling herself 'single mom'

The 47-year-old wanted to shine a light on the "overlooked" part of her life that she's still growing accustomed to. After all, she and Cory Hardict were married for 14 years before she announced their split in 2022

24 July,2025 04:56 PM IST | Washington DC | ANI ,

Smriti Irani

Smriti Irani recalls how Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi changed their lives

The iconic TV show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is returning with a new season starting July 29th, with Smriti Irani reprising her legendary role as Tulsi. Smriti reflected on the show’s original run (2000–2008), calling it revolutionary

25 July,2025 05:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Payal Malik reaches Kali temple seeking apology after getting brutally trolled

Payal Malik, social media influencer and Bigg Boss OTT 3 contestant, has issued a public apology after facing backlash for a video where she dressed as Goddess Kali, which many found offensive. The video, now deleted, sparked outrage for hurting religious sentiments

25 July,2025 01:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Kashmera Shah pens a heartfelt note for Krushna Abhishek on their anniversary

Krushna married his long time girlfriend Kashmera in 2013. They met at the sets of the movie Aur Pappu Paas Ho Gaya, directed by Shyam Soni

25 July,2025 01:31 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS ,

Bigg Boss 19's 'rewind' theme to take a futuristic, AI driven turn

Excitement is building for Bigg Boss 19, which is set to premiere on August 30, 2025. Hosted by Salman Khan, who shot the promo on July 21, this season promises major format changes, fresh faces, and intense drama

24 July,2025 04:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Ashi Singh

Ashi Singh gets candid about her character Kairi in Uff... Yeh Love Hai Mushkil

“Starring opposite Shabir Ahluwalia's emotionally guarded Yug Sinha, Ashi reflects on the emotional depth and personal connection she has found through the role”

24 July,2025 02:31 PM IST | Mumbai | Shruti Sampat ,

Hina Khan lauds hubby Rocky Jaiswal’s unwavering support amid cancer battle

Hina Khan and Rocky Jaiswal are all set to participate in the reality show Pati Patni Aur Panga. The actors open up about their love story and shared how it began from not liking each other to becoming soulmates. Hina also gets emotional, lauding Rocky's support amid her cancer battle

23 July,2025 05:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Amar Upadhyay shares his excitement on returning with Kyunki 2

Amar Upadhyay expressed surprise and excitement about returning as Mihir Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi Season 2, calling it "unreal" to reunite the cast

23 July,2025 02:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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DRDO test-fires drone-launched missile in Andhra Pradesh

While detailed specifications of the ULPGM-V3 remain classified, its development is part of a clear technological trajectory in India’s guided missile programme

25 July,2025 01:24 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent ,

Rajya Sabha witnesses opposition push for debate on Bihar's voter list revision

Notices have been submitted by Congress MPs demanding a detailed discussion on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in Bihar, raising concerns over the ongoing voter list revision.

25 July,2025 12:50 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent ,

Typhoon Co-may lashes northern Philippines, 25 dead and 278,000 evacuated

The storm was Typhoon Co-may when it made landfall Thursday night in the town of Agno in Pangasinan province with maximum sustained winds of 120 kilometres per hour and gusts of up to 165 kph. It was weakening as it advanced northeastward and had sustained winds of 100 kph on Friday morning

25 July,2025 01:03 PM IST | Manila | AP ,

Kamal Haasan, 3 others take oath as Rajya Sabha MPs

Four newly elected Rajya Sabha MPs from Tamil Nadu, including actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan on Friday took oath as member of the House. The 4 newly elected MPs comes in to the upper house of the Lok Sabha, after six MPs retired on Thursday.

25 July,2025 12:19 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI ,

PM Narendra Modi becomes second-longest serving Prime Minister in Indian history

Modi is the first Prime Minister born after India’s independence and holds the record as the longest-serving Prime Minister from a non-Hindi-speaking state

25 July,2025 12:52 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent ,

Iran and European diplomats to meet in Istanbul amid renewed nuclear tensions

Iranian and European diplomats from the E3 nations UK, France, and Germany will meet in Istanbul to break the deadlock over Iran’s nuclear program. With rising global tensions and the threat of renewed sanctions, the talks will address uranium enrichment, IAEA cooperation, and the future of the 2015 nuclear deal.

25 July,2025 11:59 AM IST | Istanbul | mid-day online correspondent ,

Lumpy Skin Disease spreads in Pune; 900+ cattle infected, 15 dead

As of July 22, a total of 906 cases have been reported in the district. Of these, 591 animals have recovered post-treatment, while 15 have succumbed to the disease. Around 300 cattle are currently under medical care, with case numbers continuing to rise

25 July,2025 11:22 AM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent ,

US cuts short its Gaza ceasefire talks and accuses Hamas of lacking 'good faith'

It was unclear what 'alternative options" the U.S. was considering. The White House had no immediate comment. At a news briefing Thursday, State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott did not offer details on what the 'alternative options' the U.S. is considering

25 July,2025 11:06 AM IST | Washington | AP ,

PM Modi expresses condolences on loss of lives in plane crash in Russia

Almost 50 people including children are feared dead after a Soviet-era passenger plane crashed in Russia's far-eastern Amur region, state media reported on Thursday, citing local officials

25 July,2025 11:02 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI ,

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Maharashtra CM Fadnavis meets FM Sitharaman, discuss major infra projects

In a post on X, CM Fadnavis wrote that during the meeting, the Finance Minister appreciated Maharashtra’s strong financial management and gave a positive nod for a multi-year funding plan. The Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) has been directed to move ahead with approvals for three important externally aided projects.

25 July,2025 05:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

India News

Rules of origin under trade pact to boost India's e-commerce exports to UK

The official also noted that the trade agreement includes authentication and verification procedures to prevent the circumvention of goods from third countries

25 July,2025 04:53 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent ,

India News

India-UK pact a sign of shifting geopolitics, says Ashish Chauhan

The agreement was signed on Thursday by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds in the presence of Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Keir Starmer of the UK

25 July,2025 04:35 PM IST | London | ANI ,

India News

J-K cop injured as rifle accidentally fires during cleaning

Head Constable Mehraj-ud-din sustained a gunshot injury in his leg, the police officials said. Mehraj was cleaning his service rifle at the residence of Ashraf in the Pantha Chowk area here when it went off accidentally. The head constable was taken to a hospital, police said

25 July,2025 04:29 PM IST | Srinagar | PTI ,

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Maharashtra language row: SC rejects plea seeking action against Raj Thackeray

A bench of Justices B.V. Nagarathna and K.V. Vishwanathan refused to entertain the public interest litigation (PIL) filed directly before the top court under Article 32 of the Constitution

25 July,2025 03:20 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Kerala: Police catch murder case convict, who escaped Kannur Central Jail

Soumya, a 23-year-old woman from Manjakkad near Shornur, was raped and murdered allegedly by Govindachamy while travelling on a passenger train from Ernakulam to Shornur on 1 February 2011. Govindachamy was convicted of the brutal killing of Soumya, who was attacked while travelling alone on a passenger train

25 July,2025 02:52 PM IST | Kannur | PTI ,

India News

Parliamentary Monsoon Session: Rajya Sabha adjourned on day 5

On the fifth day of the Monsoon Session, the Rajya Sabha was adjourned following protests by opposition leaders over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in Bihar. Multiple MPs moved Suspension of Business notices under Rule 267. Meanwhile, Lok Sabha moved forward with key bills, including the Merchant Shipping Bill.

25 July,2025 02:48 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent ,

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SC rejects plea to increase Assembly seats in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana

A Bench of Justices Surya Kant and N. Kotiswar Singh was dealing with pleas seeking implementation of the provisions under the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, which provided for delimitation of Assembly seats in the two successor states

25 July,2025 02:26 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Four students dead as roof of school building collapses in Rajasthan

Circle inspector at Manhorethana police station in Jhalawar, Nandkishore, said two of the critically injured students were referred to a specialised health centre

25 July,2025 01:51 PM IST | Jhalawar | mid-day online correspondent ,

World News

Taiwan reports surge in Chinese military activity near its borders

Sharing the details in a post on X, it said, "26 sorties of PLA aircraft, 7 PLAN vessels and 1 official ship operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 24 out of 26 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ. We have monitored the situation and responded"

25 July,2025 04:26 PM IST | Taipei | ANI ,

World News

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu welcomes PM Modi with warm hug in Male

PM Modi said that he is "deeply touched" by Muizzu's gesture of coming to the airport to receive him and expressed confidence that the ties between the two nations will scale new heights of progress in the coming times

25 July,2025 02:37 PM IST | Male | mid-day online correspondent ,

World News

Typhoon Co-may lashes northern Philippines, 25 dead and 278,000 evacuated

The storm was Typhoon Co-may when it made landfall Thursday night in the town of Agno in Pangasinan province with maximum sustained winds of 120 kilometres per hour and gusts of up to 165 kph. It was weakening as it advanced northeastward and had sustained winds of 100 kph on Friday morning

25 July,2025 01:03 PM IST | Manila | AP ,

World News

Iran and European diplomats to meet in Istanbul amid renewed nuclear tensions

Iranian and European diplomats from the E3 nations UK, France, and Germany will meet in Istanbul to break the deadlock over Iran’s nuclear program. With rising global tensions and the threat of renewed sanctions, the talks will address uranium enrichment, IAEA cooperation, and the future of the 2015 nuclear deal.

25 July,2025 11:59 AM IST | Istanbul | mid-day online correspondent ,

World News

US cuts short its Gaza ceasefire talks and accuses Hamas of lacking 'good faith'

It was unclear what 'alternative options" the U.S. was considering. The White House had no immediate comment. At a news briefing Thursday, State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott did not offer details on what the 'alternative options' the U.S. is considering

25 July,2025 11:06 AM IST | Washington | AP ,

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PM Modi expresses condolences on loss of lives in plane crash in Russia

Almost 50 people including children are feared dead after a Soviet-era passenger plane crashed in Russia's far-eastern Amur region, state media reported on Thursday, citing local officials

25 July,2025 11:02 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI ,

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"France will recognise the state of Palestine": Emmanuel Macron ahead of UNGA

The announcement follows Macron's growing frustration with Israel's conduct in Gaza, especially in recent months. While Macron initially expressed strong support for Israel after the Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023, he has since advocated for an end to the conflict and increased humanitarian aid

25 July,2025 10:36 AM IST | Paris | ANI ,

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Australia to reduce US beef import restrictions denounced by Trump as ban

Agriculture Minister Julie Collins said Thursday that relaxing the restrictions designed to keep Australia free of mad cow disease, also known as bovine spongiform encephalopathy or BSE, would not compromise biosecurity

25 July,2025 10:32 AM IST | Melbourne | AP ,

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Federal regulators approve Paramount's USD 8 billion deal with Skydance

The stamp of approval from the Federal Communications Commission comes after months of turmoil revolving around President Donald Trump's legal battle with '60 Minutes,' the crown jewel of Paramount-owned broadcast network CBS

25 July,2025 10:32 AM IST | New York | AP ,

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Bomb scare on Mumbai-bound plane at Kolkata airport, passenger detained

The passenger who was about to board the plane was detained after he told the airline's security officer that he had a bomb with him, an Airports Authority of India (AAI) official said

13 May,2025 05:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Christmas 2024: History, significance, and everything you need to know

In India, the festive season begins early in December, with cities and towns across the country adorning their streets with Christmas lights, decorations, and Christmas trees

26 December,2024 07:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Christmas 2024: Heartfelt wishes and greetings to send to your loved ones

As the holiday season approaches in 2024, it's the perfect opportunity to send heartfelt wishes and greetings to your loved ones, letting them know just how much they mean to you

26 December,2024 07:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Gurunanak Jayanti brings light and devotion to Mumbai's gurudwaras

Mumbai marks Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary with celebrations highlighting his teachings on unity, service, and compassion.

16 November,2024 02:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Anisha Shrivastava ,

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Devotees drink AC water believing it’s ‘Charan Amrit’ at Banke Bihari temple

In a recent viral video from Vrindavan’s Banke Bihari Temple, devotees were seen drinking water dripping from an elephant spout, mistaking it for holy water or ‘Charan Amrit.’ The water was actually discharge from the temple’s air conditioning system, sparking debate on faith and scientific awareness.

04 November,2024 08:47 PM IST | Vrindavan | Anisha Shrivastava ,

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Indira Gandhi Death Anniversary: Why former Indian PM was called the 'Iron Lady'

Indira Gandhi is remembered for her strong leadership and efforts to modernise India, her tenure was also marred by controversies for taking strong decisions including the declaration of a state of emergency from 1975 to 1977

30 October,2024 06:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Diwali 2024: Traditions, rituals, and the spirit of the festival of lights

For many, Diwali is a time to seek blessings, express gratitude, and start afresh. The festival is often seen as an opportunity to reflect on one’s journey, appreciate loved ones, and welcome new beginnings

28 October,2024 03:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Dhanteras 2024: The significance of buying gold on this auspicious day

Buying gold on Dhanteras has been a long-standing tradition in Hindu culture. Gold is not only a symbol of wealth but also of divine blessings

28 October,2024 03:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Dhanteras 2024: Date, Time, and Significance of Dhanteras Puja

On the day of Dhanteras 2024, devotees must perform Lakshmi Puja in the 'Pradosh Kaal' as the 'Sthir Lagna' arrives around this time. 'Sthir' means to remain still or fixed. It is believed that if the Puja is conducted during this auspicious time, Goddess Lakshmi stays in the house, bringing prosperity and wealth in the family

23 October,2024 04:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Opinion

Of motherhood and transformation

Having become a mother for the second time, I am more confident in my relatively new role, but I wonder if the self I had to shed in order to accommodate life will ever re-inhabit my maternal body

25 July,2025 08:22 AM IST | Mumbai | Rosalyn D'mello ,

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Parking lots need to be more accessible to motorists

This leads to parking on roads, further congesting an already congested city

25 July,2025 08:15 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial ,

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Mumbai’s foot overbridges must be easy to use

This edit space has urged Railways to consider constructing FOBs at certain spots and repair them in double quick time if needed

24 July,2025 08:06 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial ,

Opinion

A to Z of Old Trafford

An alphabetical recall of Test matches at Manchester, where England and India kicked off their fourth Test battle in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy on Wednesday

24 July,2025 08:02 AM IST | Mumbai | Clayton Murzello ,

Opinion

How do you say, Ilya Naishuller?

Somehow, we associate European directors’ names with art-house cinema; how about a mini czar of crazy actioner, yo!

23 July,2025 01:31 PM IST | Mumbai | Mayank Shekhar ,

Opinion

Railway officials must lend ears to passengers

Locals entering Kalyan and Dombivli are already overcrowded, leaving little chance for boarding.

23 July,2025 09:15 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial ,

Opinion

Fraudsters thrive on your fear; don’t let them

While we see cybercrime increasing, seniors seem to be a prime target for criminals

22 July,2025 08:10 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial ,

Opinion

The year of the uncouth Indian

‘Many Indians are arrogant and delusional to the point that they don’t even realise their behaviour is shitty. Our reputation is done.’ — Comment in Reddit

22 July,2025 08:08 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y Gopinath ,

Opinion

The kabutar (no) khana chronicles

These are turbulent times for Mumbai’s pigeon population, and Percy, their spokesperson, isn’t having it easy while trying to curb the aggression towards his kin. Sir PM and Lady Flora try to find an amicable solution to the kabutarkhana clampdown

21 July,2025 09:45 AM IST | Mumbai | Fiona Fernandez ,

Do you think millets are actually a healthy snack option?

Not really, I prefer traditional snacks
Maybe, but only if they taste good
Never tried millets, so can't say

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Ishant Sharma hails Rishabh Pant after record-breaking outing in Manchester

Despite a broken foot, Rishabh Pant came to bat on Day 2 against the 'Three Lions'. Struggling with the injury, he scored 54 runs after facing 75 balls, including three boundaries and two maximums. During his knock, the swashbuckling left-hander has levelled with former Team India opening batsman Virender Sehwag for the record of the most sixes

25 July,2025 11:42 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

AB de Villiers slams an unbeaten 116 runs; guides SA to a 10-wicket win

25 July,2025 02:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

'Jasprit Bumrah bowled from wrong end': Ricky Ponting castigates India's tactics

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'I just tried to play every ball on its merit...': Crawley reflects on his knock

Parthiv Patel backs Shubman Gill's aggressive approach at Lord's

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UP Warriorz appoint Abhishek Nayar as head coach ahead of upcoming WPL season

Though this is Nayar’s first official stint as head coach in the WPL, he is no stranger to the Warriorz setup. He had previously been involved with the team during off-season training camps in Bengaluru. Nayar's appointment comes shortly after his exit from the Indian men’s team, where he served as an assistant coach

25 July,2025 05:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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RCB pacer Yash Dayal accused of raping minor; FIR registered in Jaipur

25 July,2025 04:44 PM IST | Jaipur | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Not Ishan Kishan, CSK batter to replace Rishabh Pant for Ind vs Eng Test series

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AB de Villiers slams an unbeaten 116 runs; guides SA to a 10-wicket win

25 July,2025 02:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Ind vs Eng 4th Test: Ben Stokes set to achieve these two milestones

25 July,2025 02:55 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Advait’s hat-trick helps St Stanislaus High School secure win over St Lawrence

They wasted no time in asserting their dominance with Advait opening the scoring in the third minute with a strike into the bottom left corner

25 July,2025 09:02 AM IST | Mumbai | Rufus Vedanayagam ,

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Cambridge School secures win over Don Bosco High School

24 July,2025 08:13 AM IST | Mumbai | Rufus Vedanayagam ,

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Ex-Liverpool star and Wales defender Joey Jones dies aged 70

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Newcastle United appoint PIO Gopaladesikan as Tech Director

23 July,2025 08:39 AM IST | Newcastle | Agencies ,

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Anaai D’Souza strikes double hat-trick to help Cathedral and John Connon win

23 July,2025 08:22 AM IST | Mumbai | Rufus Vedanayagam ,

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Venus Williams's winning streak after returning to the sport comes to an end

After the match ended, the spectators at the main stadium gave her a standing ovation, and Venus, too, responded with a smile

25 July,2025 03:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Fighton tipped for JE Hughes Trophy

25 July,2025 10:43 AM IST | Pune | Prakash Gosavi ,

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Hooda, 17, stuns Sindhu; Satwik-Chirag stroll into last 8

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‘Divya Deshmukh is world champion material’: Bhagyashree Thipsay

25 July,2025 08:53 AM IST | Mumbai | Ronan Carvalho ,

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Humpy to face Divya Deshmukh in historic all-Indian FIDE Women's World Cup final

24 July,2025 10:55 PM IST | Batumi (Georgia) | mid-day online correspondent ,

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‘Society rewards women for sacrifice, not ambition’

Ambition is never a crime, but for women, it is treated like one. Within India’s patriarchal society, where a young athlete was shot dead because her success wasn’t palatable, many independent women are belittled by the men they help, and society at large

20 July,2025 07:47 AM IST | Mumbai | Tanisha Banerjee ,

‘Society rewards women for sacrifice, not ambition’

How kids are affected by complex insecurities and challenges in the digital age

21 July,2025 07:10 PM IST | Mumbai | Akshita Maheshwari ,

How women are building support systems to help each other navigate menopause

20 July,2025 10:50 AM IST | Mumbai | Vidya Heble ,

Educators highlight importance of clear boundaries in student-teacher equation

20 July,2025 10:39 AM IST | Mumbai | Arpika Bhosale ,

Meet this Mumbai family winning accolades in pickleball

20 July,2025 08:20 AM IST | Mumbai | Tanisha Banerjee ,

Experts highlight why professional campus counselling services are essential

20 July,2025 11:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Junisha Dama ,

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Mumbai: Mother with uterine fibroid give birth to child in complex delivery

The patient, who had conceived naturally for the first time after eight years of marriage, was ecstatic to start her journey towards motherhood. However, during her initial scan, a huge intramural fibroid on the uterus was identified

25 July,2025 05:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Monsoon skin SOS: Why your skin's acting out, and how to bring back the balance

From sudden breakouts, stubborn oiliness, irritating fungal infections, to unexplained rashes, dermatologists share solutions for common skin issues during monsoon

25 July,2025 02:15 PM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai Agarwal ,

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ICW 2025, Day 2: Tara Sutaria shines in ivory-gold ensemble by Isha Jajodia

Tara Sutaria closed the show for Roseroom by Isha Jajodia in an ivory-gold ensemble, featuring an organza skirt and gold-plated corset

25 July,2025 03:51 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent ,

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ICW 2025, Day 2: Tara Sutaria shines in ivory-gold ensemble by Isha Jajodia

Tara Sutaria closed the show for Roseroom by Isha Jajodia in an ivory-gold ensemble, featuring an organza skirt and gold-plated corset

25 July,2025 03:51 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Rahul Mishra opens India Couture Week 2025; Tamannaah Bhatia turns showstopper

The couture collection, an extension of Rahul Mishra’s showcase at Paris Haute Couture Week, was studded with Indian cultural motifs and floral imagery

24 July,2025 03:02 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Nita Ambani wears her wedding jewels with Madurai cotton Gharchola saree

Nita Ambani wore a stunning necklace from Swadesh, an initiative to preserve traditional Indian handicrafts led by Nita Ambani's Reliance Foundation, with each panel encased in white gold and hand-painted to show divine scenes from the life of Lord Srinath -- a blend of spirituality and craftsmanship

22 July,2025 09:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Nita Ambani leads pooja ceremony ahead of Swadesh store launch in Mumbai

The auspicious ritual was held ahead of the Swadesh store’s opening on July 25

22 July,2025 09:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Devotees observe second Monday of Shravan month with prayers and special rituals

Shravan, the fifth month in the Hindu calendar, is considered to be one of the most auspicious months of the year, especially for Lord Shiva devotees

21 July,2025 11:08 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI ,

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Take your children to these unique experiences in Mumbai this week

While one is a unique show celebrating the life of Mozart, the other is an exhibition that will keep your kids intrigued

19 July,2025 10:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

Health & Fitness News

Regular exposure to air pollution may raise risk of dementia: Study

The study showed that for every 10 micrograms per cubic metre of PM2.5, an individual's relative risk of dementia would increase by 17 per cent

25 July,2025 12:16 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS ,

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Yoga may help reduce diabetes risk by 40 per cent, claims study

The findings, presented by Union Minister for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, himself a noted diabetologist, highlighted the potential of yoga in preventive healthcare

25 July,2025 11:51 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS ,

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Kolkata docs help wheelchair-bound Bangladeshi woman walk again

The patient had been wheelchair-bound for years due to crippling knee pain, and she has developed chronic kidney failure caused by prolonged and unsupervised use of over-the-counter painkillers to manage her knee discomfort

24 July,2025 04:21 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondent ,

Travel News

35 pc of Indian travellers forget phone chargers while packing for trips: Report

From chaos over a forgotten phone charger to the comforting presence of homemade namkeen, Indian travellers’ journeys are shaped by several quirks, relatable practices and unexpected moments

17 July,2025 01:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Visiting the US? Explore these five offbeat experiences in Philadelphia

These fascinating, one-of-a-kind experiences aim to invite travellers to discover some of Philadelphia’s most unique and unexpected gems

16 July,2025 01:54 PM IST | Philadelphia (USA) | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Did you know 'Jurassic World: Rebirth' was shot in Thailand?

From the lush landscapes of Krabi, Phang-Nga, and Trang in the film to real dinosaur fossils across Thailand, discover unique attractions in the country

15 July,2025 05:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent ,

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Try solving this jigsaw puzzle that features Mumbai's iconic landmarks

Do you have what it takes to build a 150-piece jigsaw puzzle displaying some of the most iconic landmarks of Mumbai in all its splendour?

25 July,2025 08:58 AM IST | Mumbai | Rhea Varghese ,

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This picture book unearths the story of the mythical creature 'Asunam'

A new picture book unearths the story of a mythical creature called the Asunam, known to have existed once upon a time in the Western Ghats

25 July,2025 09:11 AM IST | Mumbai | Nandini Varma ,

Mumbai Food News

Mumbai: This noodle restaurant is serving authentic Ma La flavours from Sichuan

Goregaon gets bragging rights with a new noodle shop that stirs up authentic Ma La flavours from Sichuan

25 July,2025 09:20 AM IST | Mumbai | Phorum Pandya ,

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Tequila Day: Enjoy bold flavours of the spirit at these places in Mumbai

On International Tequila Day today, we scour the city for some stellar cocktails, and a few budget shots to boost your weekend celebrations

24 July,2025 09:44 AM IST | Mumbai | Shriram Iyengar ,

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Love Japanese cuisine? Visit this new restaurant and bakehouse in Mumbai

A new Japanese restaurant and bakehouse rolls into Mumbai with maximalist flair, inspiration from Tokyo’s Shibuya precinct, and a conveyor belt that dishes out sushi

22 July,2025 10:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Dhara Vora Sabhnani ,

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This book highlights culinary flavours of Rampur through heirloom recipes

A new book comes packed with memories and flavours from Rampur through heirloom recipes sourced from a grandmother’s kitchen

21 July,2025 10:11 AM IST | Mumbai | Nandini Varma ,

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Mumbai: Pet adoption event to craft fair, explore these activities this weekend

If you`re looking for activities to do this weekend, here`s a line-up that is sure to keep you busy

24 July,2025 10:09 AM IST | Mumbai | Rhea Varghese , Anushree Gaikwad

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Learn more about Karnataka's Kasuti embroidery at this workshop in Mumbai

Sign up for an immersive workshop to learn about this traditional hand embroidery of north Karnataka

24 July,2025 09:52 AM IST | Mumbai | Dhara Vora Sabhnani , Anushree Gaikwad

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As capri pants make a comeback, here's how you can style them to ace your look

Can you name a fashion trend that’s weather-appropriate, worn by your favourite celebrities, and versatile enough to last you all year around? Let’s (re)introduce capris, this season’s hottest pick

23 July,2025 11:50 AM IST | Mumbai | Anindita Paul , Anushree Gaikwad

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Mumbai rains disrupt local train services; police advise caution

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RCB pacer Yash Dayal accused of raping minor; FIR registered in Jaipur

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