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Ganeshotsav 2024: 5 famous Ganpati pandals one must visit in Mumbai this year

Pandal-hopping is one of the most anticipated activities of Ganeshotsav in Mumbai. Here are five must-visit Ganpati pandals in Mumbai and directions to reach there

12 September,2024 11:31 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Academic failure, relationship issues biggest drivers of suicides

Academic failure and relationship issues are the biggest drivers of suicides among Indian youth, shows data at a leading suicide prevention helpline

10 September,2024 09:36 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
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Women’s safety and justice: A deep dive into how the law protects women

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As India reels under the weight of numerous cases of sexual offences against women, and the situation once again brings focus on women’s safety in the country, mid-day.com speaks to lawyers, who detail the legal provisions in place for the protection of women and also discuss loopholes and possible improvements

09 September,2024 01:58 PM IST | Mumbai | Raaina Jain
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‘We prayed for a child for 9 yrs': Why city Catholics celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi

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Indians around the world are celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi, a festival very dear to Mumbai, this year. Interestingly, many from the city’s Catholic community also celebrate the festival for different reasons that have evoked their devotion to not only get Lord Ganesha into their homes but also celebrate Mother Mary’s birthday

09 September,2024 12:03 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
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How expats cultivate a strong connection with Ganeshotsav

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Ganeshotsav is one of the most revered festivals in Mumbai. The city echoes with the ‘Ganpati Bappa Morya’ chants, and the streets and homes witness people coming together to participate in the festivities. However, these celebrations are not limited by geography or nationality. Expats living in Mumbai and Indians living abroad share experiences

09 September,2024 10:11 AM IST | Mumbai | Raaina Jain
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15-foot-tall Ganesh idol made using 25,000 glass bangles in Odisha's Baripada

A youth organisation of Odisha is celebrating for the 18th year, and have not only made it with bangles but also made the pandal out of bamboo in Baripada

08 September,2024 03:47 PM IST | Mayurbhanj (Odisha) | ANI
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Boeing's Starliner lands safely on Earth; astronauts to return in Feb 2025

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft on Saturday landed back safely on Earth without astronauts, after a three-month trip to the International Space Station (ISS)

07 September,2024 12:34 PM IST | New Mexico | IANS

'Athachamayam' celebrations mark the start of 10-day Onam festivities in Kerala

A colourful rally of caparisoned elephants, floats and folk-dance performances marked the 'Athachamayam' celebrations in Tripunithura on Friday

06 September,2024 12:42 PM IST | Kerala | PTI

Boeing's Starliner spaceship finally returning to Earth without astronauts

Boeing's problem-plagued Starliner is set to finally depart the International Space Station (ISS) on Friday, returning to Earth without astronauts after NASA deemed the risk too great

06 September,2024 12:05 PM IST | Washington DC | AFP

Exclusive | I’ve always been interested in telling unusual stories: Tisca Chopra

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In an exclusive interview with mid-day.com, Tisca Chopra opens up about her passion for storytelling, how reading and writing have shaped her life, the inspiration behind her 2021 book, and more

06 September,2024 10:31 AM IST | Mumbai | Raaina Jain

Decoration to puja samagri: Your guide to must-have items for Ganesh Chaturthi

The festival, that will begin on September 7 will last for ten days. During Ganeshotsav, people bring Ganesh idols home and perform different rituals like puja and aarti

05 September,2024 07:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

DJ Alan Walker releases 'Thick Of It All' with Joe Jonas and Julia Michaels

‘Thick Of It All’ is a powerful fusion of pop, electronic, drum and bass; capturing the emotional journey of fighting for love and overcoming challenges

05 September,2024 03:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Indian women leading 18 pc of 111 unicorns in India: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Indian women are rising the corporate ladder as they are leading about 18 per cent of 111 unicorns (valued at $1 billion) in the startup and financial technology space, said Nirmala Sitharaman

05 September,2024 01:39 PM IST | Chennai | IANS

    Gudi Padwa 2024: Women in traditional attires take part in Shobha Yatra

    The vibrant and joyous festival of Gudi Padwa was celebrated by Hoisting the traditional Gudi and prayer to it on the New year for the Hindus on Gudi Padwa in Mumbai on 9th of April. People were seen participating in the Shobha Rally. Women were seen dressed in traditional attire and  participated in the Rally to mark the Marathi New Year Gudi Padwa. They danced their hearts out on the beats of dhol and nagadas. The festival was celebrated with full vigor and enthusiasm. Gudi Padwa ocassion signals yeh onset of the warmer days and the spring season. This year Gudi Padwa has coincided with the first day of the Chaitra Navratri and festivals like Sajibu Cheiraoba, Navreh, Cheti Chand and Ugadi that are celebrated in different parts of the country. 

    12 September,2024 02:59 PM