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Maitrai Agarwal

Maitrai Agarwal

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The art of accessorising traditional attire for Ganesh Chaturthi

The art of accessorising traditional attire for Ganesh Chaturthi

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While conventional clothing is a cornerstone of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, the right accessories can elevate your look. Fashion designers share expert tips on choosing the perfect jewellery and accessories to complement your traditional outfit... [Read More]

10 September,2024 03:45 PM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai Agarwal
World Physical Therapy Day: The benefits of physiotherapy for mind, body & soul

World Physical Therapy Day: The benefits of physiotherapy for mind, body & soul

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Ahead of World Physical Therapy Day, medical experts shed light on the often-overlooked benefits of physiotherapy beyond pain relief, exploring its impact on mental health, sleep patterns, and cognitive abilities... [Read More]

07 September,2024 09:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai Agarwal
National Nutrition Week: The role of diet in migraine prevention and relief

National Nutrition Week: The role of diet in migraine prevention and relief

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Nutrition experts outline the role of nutrition in migraine prevention and share dietary strategies that can help in managing migraines... [Read More]

06 September,2024 11:40 AM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai Agarwal
Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Decor ideas for every home, big or cosy

Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Decor ideas for every home, big or cosy

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From versatile themes to eco-friendly decor ideas, design experts share tips to transform your spaces, no matter how compact or large, ensuring everyone can celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi in style... [Read More]

05 September,2024 11:25 AM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai Agarwal
Mid-Day Specials | Gig tripping: Decoding the newest travel trend in India

Mid-Day Specials | Gig tripping: Decoding the newest travel trend in India

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Have you ever flown to hear your favourite artist live? You might be a gig tripper. Travel experts and enthusiasts delve into the popularity and impact of this emerging trend... [Read More]

30 August,2024 11:21 AM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai Agarwal
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IN PHOTOS: This Ganesh Chaturthi, follow these easy tips to make healthy sweets

IN PHOTOS: This Ganesh Chaturthi, follow these easy tips to make healthy sweets

With Ganesh Chaturthi here, more people are mindful about their healthy choices and with that comes the need for healthy sweets. Soaking in the festivities, mid-day.com spoke to to Suman Agarwal, nutritionist and founder of SelfcarebySuman, and nutritionist Anupama Menon, who share easy tips to turn your sweets into healthy treats... [Read More]

07 September,2024 09:30 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: 63 Govindas injured as Mumbai marks Krishna Janmashtami with fervour

IN PHOTOS: 63 Govindas injured as Mumbai marks Krishna Janmashtami with fervour

At least 63 Govindas were injured during Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai on August 27, 2024. The participants sustained injuries while forming human pyramids to break the suspended pots of curd, a traditional practice during Janmashtami. Pics/ Sayyed Sameer Abedi, Ashish Raje and Shadab Khan... [Read More]

27 August,2024 07:58 PM IST
Spotted in the city: Nia Sharma, Shraddha Kapoor, Divya Agarwal and others

Spotted in the city: Nia Sharma, Shraddha Kapoor, Divya Agarwal and others

Spotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]

14 June,2024 08:29 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Central Railway's 63-hour mega block creates chaos at Dadar station

IN PHOTOS: Central Railway's 63-hour mega block creates chaos at Dadar station

Commuters on Saturday had to wade through crowd to board local trains on Dadar railway station amid the Central Railway`s 63-hour mega block. (Pics/ Atul Kamble)... [Read More]

01 June,2024 11:03 PM IST
Top Mumbai stories: CR undertakes 63-hour mega block; WR cancels 'jumbo' block

Top Mumbai stories: CR undertakes 63-hour mega block; WR cancels 'jumbo' block

Here are the top Mumbai stories of the week... [Read More]

01 June,2024 04:02 PM IST
Central Railway: Megablock platform gap filling work underway in Thane

Central Railway: Megablock platform gap filling work underway in Thane

Amid the 63-hour block on the Central Railway, the work is in progress for widening Platform 5/6 at Thane station and extension of Platform 10/11 at CSMT to accommodate 24-coach trains, CR said on Saturday.... [Read More]

01 June,2024 04:06 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Platform widening work underway at Thane and CSMT amid mega block

IN PHOTOS: Platform widening work underway at Thane and CSMT amid mega block

The platform widening work is currently underway at Thane station and CSMT due to which Central Railway has placed the 63-hour long mega block. (Pics/ X and Ashish Raje)... [Read More]

31 May,2024 11:50 PM IST | Mumbai
IN PHOTOS: Pax huddled at CSMT a day before CR undertakes 63-hour mega block

IN PHOTOS: Pax huddled at CSMT a day before CR undertakes 63-hour mega block

Passengers in Mumbai huddled at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in wait for their outstation trains hours before the Central Railway will undertake its 63-hour mega block for projects. (Pic/ Kirti Surve Parade)... [Read More]

30 May,2024 11:06 PM IST
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Mumbai Block: 63 Hour Mega Block Affects Mumbai Locals, 930 Trains Cancelled

Mumbai Block: 63 Hour Mega Block Affects Mumbai Locals, 930 Trains Cancelled

 Central Railway  announced a 63-hour mega block starting midnight on May 30, impacting 930 local train services. This block aims to extend platforms at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and widen platforms at Thane station. Operations will resume by 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, 1st June. With over 1,800 local train services daily, serving over 30 lakh passengers across four corridors, disruptions and overcrowding are expected. Thane`s overcrowded platforms 5 and 6 will be widened by 2-3 meters. During the block, 444 suburban services will be shortened and 446 services will originate from other stations. Mr. Ram Karan Yadav, the general manager of Central Railway said that Mega block is being carried to extend the length of CST. Apart from the local train services, long-distance trains are also expected to be affected during the block period. The railways have appealed to commuters to avoid travelling by local trains, unless necessary. However, daily commuters faced overcrowding and difficulties navigating through the crowds during the Mumbai block on 30th of May.... [Read More]

31 May,2024 11:55 AM IST
Pune Porsche Accident:  Father Of Minor Accused Arrested

Pune Porsche Accident: Father Of Minor Accused Arrested

Two individuals, including a young woman, lost their lives after a luxury car collided with their motorcycle near Kalyani Nagar in Pune in the early hours of May 19. The deceased have been identified as Anis Awadhiya and Ashwini Costa. The driver of the car, who is a minor, was apprehended. But, he was later granted bail by the Juvenile Justice Board with several conditions aimed at rehabilitation and awareness. According to the Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar, the father of the minor accused has been detained from the Sambhajinagar area of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra on May 21. He further informed that the Pune Police are seeking permission to try the juvenile accused in the Pune rash driving case, which killed two people, as an adult under sections of the Juvenile Justice Act. “Police have taken yesterday`s incident seriously. We have taken action under section 304 of IPC, which is a non-bailable section as it was a heinous crime...A drunk car driver was rashly driving on a narrow lane,” the Pune Commissioner of Police told ANI. The police have charged the minor with rash and negligent driving and causing harm by endangering life or personal safety under IPC sections 304A, 279, 337, 338, and 427, along with relevant sections of the Maharashtra Motor Vehicle Act, added the DCP. The juvenile’s father and the bar that served him liquor face charges under Sections 75 and 77 of the Juvenile Justice Act, said the city police in Pune.... [Read More]

21 May,2024 04:37 PM IST
Divya Agarwal's First Media Interaction With Apurva Padgaonkar As Newly Weds

Divya Agarwal's First Media Interaction With Apurva Padgaonkar As Newly Weds

Bigg Boss OTT winner Divya Agarwal married Apurva Padgaonkar in Mumbai on February 20, 2024. The couple held a traditional Marathi wedding ceremony in Mumbai. Divya and Apurva were dressed in matching bridal trousseau. Divya opted for a dreamy purple lehenga. Watch the full video to listen in to the newlywed couple interact with the media for the first time after the wedding ceremony.... [Read More]

21 February,2024 07:13 PM IST | Mumbai
Cocktail Night: Divya Agarwal & Apurva Padgaonkar's Wedding Festivities Begin

Cocktail Night: Divya Agarwal & Apurva Padgaonkar's Wedding Festivities Begin

Television actress and Bigg Boss OTT season 1 winner Divya Agarwal is all set to tie the knot with her beau Apurva Padgaonkar. Ahead of their big day, the couple hosted a cocktail party for their close friends from the telly world. From Nikki Tamboli to Eijaz Khan, here`s a look at those who were in attendance... [Read More]

19 February,2024 02:59 PM IST
IndiGo Slapgate: Air India's pilot Captain Zoya Agarwal speaks out on IndiGo

IndiGo Slapgate: Air India's pilot Captain Zoya Agarwal speaks out on IndiGo

Following an incident of alleged assault against an IndiGo pilot on board, Air India`s pilot Captain Zoya Agarwal condemned the IndiGo Slapgate incident and asserted that violence is not the way in any situation."It sends chills down my spine, violence is not the way in any situation...forget about when it happens with the Pilot, a crew member is a professional, the same person is going to be flying all of you. Violence is not just a way," Air India`s pilot Captain told ANI. Earlier on January 14, a passenger was seen hitting the pilot of an Indigo flight while he was announcing a delay in departure at Delhi Airport. Following an incident of alleged assault against an IndiGo pilot on board, the accused passenger was declared `unruly`, the airlines said in a statement on January.... [Read More]

17 January,2024 12:34 PM IST
I don’t want to do stardom anymore: Kareena Kapoor Khan | Sit With Hitlist

I don’t want to do stardom anymore: Kareena Kapoor Khan | Sit With Hitlist

Sit With Hitlist: Kareena Kapoor Khan and superstardom have always gone hand-in-hand. Now, she wants to dig deeper and do roles that satiate the actor in her. And it shows, with the deliciously dark Jaane Jaan. Join the actor as she looks back on her 20-year-plus career, and forward to another 20, in our uncripted print and podcast series, Sit With Hitlist. Kareena also talks about nepotism, her character Poo from Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, and the immense attention her son Taimur has been getting. Watch the full video for more! ... [Read More]

14 October,2023 12:00 AM IST
National Doctor's Day 2023: Doctors react to funny questions

National Doctor's Day 2023: Doctors react to funny questions

This National Doctor`s Day 2023, we asked doctors questions you have always wanted to ask them. In this video, Dr. Ruchit Shah - Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Tanvi Shah - Ophthalmologist and Dr. Manjusha Agarwal - Senior Consultant - Internal Medicine at Global Hospitals go unfiltered and honest as they answer fun rapid fire questions on patients, medical profession and everything else.... [Read More]

30 June,2023 07:22 PM IST
‘I Live In The Moment’ Says Aashiqui Actor Anu Aggarwal

‘I Live In The Moment’ Says Aashiqui Actor Anu Aggarwal

Anu Aggarwal, 90s supermodel turned actress who later embraced monkhood talks to Midday on her birthday. You see a spiritual person who prefers to move on and follow the calling of the moment she is living in. She shares what led to quitting everything just when she had reached her prime. She aims to come back and might turn into a producer too. She expressed a deep desire to do good for people while talking about her foundation, her independent nature and what makes her stand tall after a roller coaster ride kind of life.... [Read More]

12 January,2023 03:44 PM IST | Mumbai
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