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Myanmar frees 4900 from jail for New Year
At least 19 buses with prisoners aboard left Yangon’s Insein prison and were welcomed outside the gate by excited family members and friends who had been waiting since early morning
18 April,2025 08:50 AM IST | Bangkok | Agencies
'Subho Noboborsho': KKR trio serve South African twist on Bengali tradition
The cricketers, donning aprons, embraced the challenge with enthusiasm as they grilled the banana leaf-wrapped seafood in an air fryer
15 April,2025 04:07 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondent
Manisha Koirala celebrates and wishes her fans on Nepali New Year
Actor Manisha Koirala extended heartfelt greetings to her fans on the Nepali New Year 2082
15 April,2025 10:53 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI
Baisakhi 2025: Follow these 6 easy recipes to celebrate the festival this year
Many parts of north India will come together to celebrate Baisakhi this weekend on April 13 as eastern parts celebrates Poila Baisakh a few days later on April 15. While the festivities will continue, one can’t miss out on the food that will be enjoyed during this time. Here are some recipes to get you started
10 April,2025 02:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Scuffle breaks out between two groups during Gudi Padwa 2025 procession
A group of men thrashed two men travelling in an autorickshaw carrying a saffron flag near a mosque while Gudi Padwa procession was underway, following which a scuffle broke out between the two groups, triggering tensions in the area
31 March,2025 09:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Will banks, BSE, and NSE remain closed on March 31? Check RBI’s latest update
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the Eid-ul-Fitr holiday for banks on March 31, 2025, to facilitate year-end financial transactions. However, the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) will remain closed for trading
31 March,2025 02:08 PM IST | Mumbai | Anisha Shrivastava
April 2025 Bank Holidays: List of days when banks will be closed across India
April 2025 brings multiple bank holidays across India, including Mahavir Jayanti, Ambedkar Jayanti, Good Friday, Bohag Bihu, and Basava Jayanti. Check the full state-wise holiday list to plan your banking activities
31 March,2025 01:32 PM IST | Mumbai | Anisha Shrivastava
Chaitra Navratri 2025: Check dates, nine colours, significance and other details
Chaitra Navratri marks the beginning of the Hindu new year, and is celebrated with great enthusiasm in India
31 March,2025 12:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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In Pictures: How Mumbai welcomed the Marathi New Year on Gudi Padwa
Sunday marked Gudi Padwa, which is celebrated across Maharashtra as the Marathi New Year. The day marks the arrival of spring, the reaping of the Rabi crops, and signifies new beginnings and prosperity. mid-day’s lensmen bring you scenes of the celebration in the city
31 March,2025 09:59 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent
Eknath Shinde extends greetings on Gudi Padwa, joins grand Thane procession
Maharashtra marked the beginning of the Hindu New Year with grand Gudi Padwa celebrations. Processions, cultural performances, and traditional rituals took centre stage, with leaders extending their greetings to the people
30 March,2025 11:25 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent