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Why is it called ‘Good Friday’? Here’s all you need to know about the day
While the term ‘Good Friday’ may suggest a celebratory occasion, this day reflects one of the most solemn days in Christianity. Here’s all you need to know
12 April,2025 02:49 PM IST | Mumbai | Katyayani Kapoor
Maharashtra police on high alert for Ram Navami celebrations
The decision comes in the backdrop of communal tensions reported in some parts of the state during last year’s Ram Navami processions.
06 April,2025 07:13 AM IST | Mumbai | Faizan Khan
Ram Navami: Mumbai Police to deploy heavy security cover in city
Over 2,500 officers and 11,000 police personnel will be deployed at various locations in the city, including key areas of procession routes and places of worship, a police official said
05 April,2025 08:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Security beefed up in Mumbai after message on X about blasts-riots during Eid
The message on X claimed 'riots, arson and bomb blasts' in "areas like Dongri" by "illegal Rohingya/Bangladeshi/Pakistani infiltrators, an official said
28 March,2025 08:38 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Gudi Padwa 2025: 5 places to enjoy the festivities in Mumbai and Thane
On Gudi Padwa, Mumbai comes alive with vibrant colours, folk beats, traditional delicacies, and cultural processions and activities
22 March,2025 09:28 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Holi 2025: BMC appeals for eco-friendly and safe festivities
The BMC has urged Mumbaikars to celebrate Holika Dahan, and Dhulivandan (Rangpanchami), in a way that ensures the safety of all and protects the environment
12 March,2025 09:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Holi 2025: Mumbai Police issue preventive order ahead of celebrations in city
In the preventive order, the police stated, "Whereas Holi, Dhulivandan and Rang Panchami Festival will be celebrated from 12th March 2025 to 18th March 2025 and acts of sprinkling coloured water indiscriminately and obscene utterances in public places are likely to lead to communal tension and breach of public peace"
11 March,2025 03:57 PM IST | Mumbai | Asif Rizvi
Holi 2025: BMC to lodge police complaint over illegal tree felling
The civic body said that if it comes across any unauthorised tree felling, the Tree Authority will lodge a police complaint
11 March,2025 03:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Holi 2025: WR to run 11 pairs of summer special trains, check details
The trains will run as special trains on special fares, the Western Railway said
28 February,2025 09:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Three-day Mumbai Flower Festival concludes on Monday, attracting 1 lakh visitors
The festival’s theme, 'National Emblems', brought a unique showcase of India’s symbols, beautifully adorned with colorful flowers. From the national flag and the rupee symbol to representations of the Ganga Dolphin, peacock, and mango, the floral replicas were a great attraction
03 February,2025 07:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent