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Devdutt Pattanaik

Devdutt Pattanaik

He writes and lectures on the relevance of mythology in modern times. Email: devdutt.pattanaik@mid-day.com

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The arrival of Southern women

The arrival of Southern women

Here, women are ever-present, as wives and queens and heroines.... [Read More]

01 September,2024 08:15 AM IST | Mumbai | Devdutt Pattanaik
The elephant-headed Buddha

The elephant-headed Buddha

These clearly reveal different ways of thinking and are probably very strongly linked to Tantra. ... [Read More]

24 August,2024 08:43 AM IST | Mumbai | Devdutt Pattanaik
The turtle in Shiva’s temple

The turtle in Shiva’s temple

In fact, no one knows when the worship began. Temples were built over them much later. ... [Read More]

17 August,2024 08:15 AM IST | Mumbai | Devdutt Pattanaik
Life of a stupa

Life of a stupa

According to legend, when the Buddha died, the kings of India fought over his bones, which were eventually divided into eight parts... [Read More]

11 August,2024 07:35 AM IST | Mumbai | Devdutt Pattanaik
A supper with bacchus in India

A supper with bacchus in India

The organisers had to apologise for hurting sentiments, without meaning to... [Read More]

03 August,2024 06:55 AM IST | Mumbai | Devdutt Pattanaik
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IN PHOTOS: Lake levels in reservoirs that supply water to Mumbai at 86.24 pc

IN PHOTOS: Lake levels in reservoirs that supply water to Mumbai at 86.24 pc

The collective water stock in the seven reservoirs that supply drinking water to Mumbai is now at 86.24 per cent, according to BMC. (File Photo)... [Read More]

12 November,2023 11:15 AM IST
IN PICS: Lake levels in seven reservoirs that supply water to Mumbai at 81.86 pc

IN PICS: Lake levels in seven reservoirs that supply water to Mumbai at 81.86 pc

In Mumbai, the collective water stock in the seven reservoirs that supply drinking water to the city is now 81.86 per cent, as per the BMC data... [Read More]

10 August,2023 03:39 PM IST
Reliving Virat Kohli's five best knocks in T20 cricket

Reliving Virat Kohli's five best knocks in T20 cricket

Star India batter Virat Kohli became the fourth-highest run-scorer in T20 cricket, From 2007, Virat has evolved into a legend in this format. In 362 matches and 345 innings, he has scored 11,429 runs, decorated with six centuries and 86 half-centuries in the shorter format, with the best score of 122 not out. Let`s take a look into five of his best knocks to date.... [Read More]

11 April,2023 05:05 PM IST
Independence Rock: Mumbai's iconic music festival through the years

Independence Rock: Mumbai's iconic music festival through the years

Independence Rock or I-Rock as it is more popularly known returns to the stage after nine years. As some of India`s most iconic rock bands like Parikrama, Pentagram and Zero take the stage, this edition will also see the likes of Bloodywood, The F16s, Parvaaz, Aswekeepsearching, Thaikuddam Bridge and Avial perform over two days. Interestingly, the festival traces its history to 1986 when the first ever show was held. Here are some interesting facts about the rock music festival... [Read More]

04 November,2022 12:52 PM IST
Sawan Kumar Tak passes away at 86: David Dhawan, Prem Chopra attend last rites

Sawan Kumar Tak passes away at 86: David Dhawan, Prem Chopra attend last rites

Veteran filmmaker Sawan Kumar Tak, who made blockbusters like `Souten`, passed away following multiple health issues here on Thursday, his family said. Tak was 86 and is survived by his wife and eminent music director Usha Khanna, and other relatives (All photos/Sameer Markande) ... [Read More]

26 August,2022 12:33 PM IST | Mumbai
Salman, Ajay mourn Bipin Rawat's demise, Kangana on Vicky-Katrina wedding

Salman, Ajay mourn Bipin Rawat's demise, Kangana on Vicky-Katrina wedding

Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, and other celebrities mourn the demise of CDS Bipin Rawat. Kangana Ranaut praises successful actresses marrying younger actors. Ankita Lokhande injures herself days before her wedding. Fans celebrate Dharmendra’s 86th birthday outside his residence. Kareena, Sara, Soha Ali Khan wish Sharmila Tagore on birthday. All Pictures Courtesy: Mid-day Archives   ... [Read More]

08 December,2021 11:11 PM IST
Dharmendra's fans gather outside his residence to celebrate his 86th birthday

Dharmendra's fans gather outside his residence to celebrate his 86th birthday

Legendary actor Dharmendra turned 86 today on December 8 and on this special occasion, his fans gathered outside his residence to celebrate his birthday. All Pictures Courtesy: Yogen Shah... [Read More]

08 December,2021 05:19 PM IST
PHOTOS: IPL 2021 the week that was - Kohli's record, young guns step up

PHOTOS: IPL 2021 the week that was - Kohli's record, young guns step up

As we complete the first week of the IPL 2021, here is a recap of what happened at the 2021 Indian Premier League in the UAE. All Pics/ PTI... [Read More]

27 September,2021 11:32 AM IST
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The hidden messages in Ramayan and Hanuman Chalisa with Devdutt Pattnaik

The hidden messages in Ramayan and Hanuman Chalisa with Devdutt Pattnaik

Mythology is not just ancient history, it holds a treasure of life lessons for all of us.  Hanuman Chalisa is one of the most viewed videos on Youtube but what message does it really convey? The internet is rife with pictures of Ram Setu and discussion on finding the Sanjeevani, but where does it find its roots in Mythology? Ramrajya has always been defined as an ideal world by many but what was it really like? In this special episode of Straight Talk with Katyayani Kapoor, renowned mythologist, author, and writer Devdutt Pattnaik spills secrets on the hidden messages from the Ramayan, the Hanuman Chalisa and gives his opinion on the depiction of mythology in today’s world.... [Read More]

15 June,2024 07:29 PM IST
Manohar Joshi: Former Maharashtra CM passes away at 86 due to cardiac arrest

Manohar Joshi: Former Maharashtra CM passes away at 86 due to cardiac arrest

Former Maharashtra chief minister Manohar Joshi passed away at the age of 86. Reportedly, he suffered a cardiac arrest on 21st February, Thursday and was immediately admitted to the ICU of P D Hinduja Hospital in Mumbai. Manohar Joshi passed away at around 3am on Friday due to age-related health complications. The news was confirmed by P D Hinduja Hospital chief operating officer Joy Chakravarty. Manohar Joshi had been suffering from health issues since May 2023. He suffered a brain hemorrhage, the previous year and since then his health wasn`t in good shape. Born in Raigad district of Maharashtra in a Brahmin family, Joshi did his master of Arts and LLB from Mumbai University. He began his political career by being elected to the Legislative Council and served three terms from 1972 to 1989. He also became the Mayor of Mumbai from 1976 to 1977. He was elected to the Legislative Assembly from a Shiv Sena ticket in 1990. He served as CM of Maharashtra from 1995-1999. He was elected for a six-year term to the Rajya Sabha on 20 March 2006 after being defeated in the previous Lok Sabha election in the Central Mumbai constituency.... [Read More]

23 February,2024 11:52 AM IST
86 per cent Mumbaikars have Covid-19 antibodies: BMC

86 per cent Mumbaikars have Covid-19 antibodies: BMC

Civic body relieved with results of fifth serosurvey; antibodies higher in those who have taken one or both vaccine doses... [Read More]

19 September,2021 02:29 PM IST | Mumbai
'Bigg Boss 9' Day 86: Bigg Boss announces ticket to finale task

'Bigg Boss 9' Day 86: Bigg Boss announces ticket to finale task

The 'Bigg Boss 9' house turns into a sort of battleground as housemates turn against each other during an unique 'Ticket To BB9 Finale task'. Who will eventually win it? ... [Read More]

05 January,2016 02:24 PM IST
Bigg Boss 7 Day 86 Samay Pe Pehra task

Bigg Boss 7 Day 86 Samay Pe Pehra task

'Bigg Boss 7' Day 86: 'Samay Pe Pehra' task... [Read More]

10 December,2013 05:43 PM IST
BSE closes 586.65 points down on September 1

BSE closes 586.65 points down on September 1

Trading at the Bombay Stock Exchange today closed 586.65 points down to stand at 25,696.44. At the National Stock Exchange the Nifty closed 185.45 points down to stand at 7,785.85.... [Read More]

01 September,2015 07:16 PM IST
Bigg Boss 7 Day 86 Shaitan Aur Farishte task

Bigg Boss 7 Day 86 Shaitan Aur Farishte task

'Bigg Boss 7' Day 86: 'Shaitan Aur Farishte' task... [Read More]

10 December,2013 06:02 PM IST
Bigg Boss 7 Day 86 Ajaz Armaan and Sangram gossip about Kamya

Bigg Boss 7 Day 86 Ajaz Armaan and Sangram gossip about Kamya

'Bigg Boss 7' Day 86: Ajaz, Armaan and Sangram gossip about Kamya... [Read More]

10 December,2013 05:14 PM IST
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