Nascimento Pinto is Mumbai-based lifestyle journalist with over 9 years of experience in covering the latest trends in food and drink, music, arts and culture, travel and sports news. Being a Mumbaikar at heart, he is also obsessed about everything in Mumbai and its co-existing communities that breathe life into it every day
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... [Read More]
08 September,2024 12:03 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoAs more people want to eat healthy, especially during festivals, even chefs and nutritionists say you can do a lot with traditional sweets by simply replacing ingredients. They not only share recipes for ladoos but also rasmalai among others... [Read More]
04 September,2024 08:35 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoAs modaks remain the eternal favourite for Ganeshotsav, Indian chefs say there are not only traditional regional variations of the sweet but also innovative ones that are made with rava, coconut, chana dal, or even fried... [Read More]
07 September,2024 06:26 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoDevotees of Lord Ganesh will come together to celebrate Ganeshotsav and offer his favourite modaks. Interestingly, people from other parts of the country including Himachal Pradesh, Goa and Maharashtra, and more particularly Mumbai highlight sweet dishes that are made beyond the popular modak for the festival... [Read More]
04 September,2024 05:00 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoMumbai is introducing people to more of Brazilian cuisine in a variety of options. Mumbai nutritionists also share health benefits... [Read More]
02 September,2024 05:09 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoSome stalls may have been missing occupants but that didn`t deter other stall owners from making up and enjoying the festival in its full festive fervour. Till now, it has not only seen youngsters but also children and the elderly come with their family... [Read More]
09 September,2024 10:29 PM IST | MumbaiAs Mumbai`s Catholic community celebrated Nativity of Mother Mary, Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount, or Mount Mary Church, as it is more popularly called has been decorated with flowers and garlands as people came to visit Bandra Fair... [Read More]
09 September,2024 04:58 PM ISTWith 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 ISTEvery year, the Bandra Fair is celebrated over eight days from the first Sunday after September 8. With the the first Sunday coinciding with the date that commemorates the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, popularly called the birthday of Mother Mary, it will start from September 8 and continue till September 15 this year. Interestingly, the history of Bandra Fair celebrated around Mount Mary`s Church goes back a few hundred years ago and has evolved to attract many devotees not only from places around Mumbai but also India, and more particularly by people of all religions. Here`s all you need to know about it... [Read More]
07 September,2024 09:53 AM ISTJust like its western neighbour, Goa celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi in a very big way that not only involves devotion but also festivities that include gorging on dishes such as nevris and shankarpali beyond modaks... [Read More]
06 September,2024 01:30 PM ISTAs various parts of India get ready for Ganesh Chaturthi, idolmakers across the country are busy making Ganesha idols. While many make the traditional idols with clay, there are others who innovate to give it their own touch... [Read More]
05 September,2024 02:22 PM ISTInvesting in health has always been important and the emphasis on it is even more in a post-Covid world. While people go about get health insurance, Mumbai-based experts including an oncologist, financial consultant and health insurance companies believe there are some important things you need to know as they break down not only how much you need to save but also why you need to save for health. They also address the common misconceptions and urge people to take saving money for health more seriously... [Read More]
31 August,2024 09:10 PM IST | MumbaiThese menus are not only festive, Mumbai and cartoon-inspired but also cater to different kinds of palates... [Read More]
28 August,2024 04:59 PM ISTA recent move by the Central Government has left the opposition furious. The Government of India on Friday announced that June 25 will be remembered annually as "Constitution Murder Day" or the ‘Samvidhan Hatya Divas’’ in remembrance of the Emergency declared by the Indira Gandhi government in 1975. Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that the day would serve as a reminder of the significant sacrifices endured by those who faced the severe hardships of the 1975 Emergency, highlighting their immense contributions.... [Read More]
13 July,2024 03:35 PM ISTPresident Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation today, emphasizing the government`s resolve to address the NEET-UG examination irregularities. She assured a thorough investigation into recent paper leaks and vowed strict penalties for those responsible. Highlighting the government`s commitment to nurturing youth talent, she called for bipartisan efforts to implement a comprehensive nationwide solution against exam malpractice. The President underscored Parliament`s role in enacting stringent laws to curb such irregularities, citing previous incidents across states. Her speech reflected a dedication to ensuring fair opportunities for India`s youth while urging collective action to uphold the integrity of examinations.... [Read More]
27 June,2024 05:22 PM ISTUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticized Congress and former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, marking the 50th anniversary of the Emergency. He accused Congress of maintaining a dictatorial character despite changing faces, citing a lack of faith in constitutional bodies. Adityanath emphasized the historical significance of June 25, 1975, when Indira Gandhi`s government imposed Emergency, alleging it strangled the Constitution. He praised Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla for passing a resolution condemning the Emergency. Adityanath claimed Congress has made 75 amendments to the Constitution in 75 years and accused its current leadership of misleading the nation on constitutional matters and reservations.... [Read More]
27 June,2024 03:15 PM ISTBJP MPs and NDA leaders staged a protest outside Parliament at the Makar Dwar on the 50th anniversary of the 1975 Emergency. BJP MP Sambit Patra emphasized the nation`s sentiment, condemning the Emergency imposed by Indira Gandhi, which led to widespread arrests and the controversial 42nd Amendment. Union Minister Chirag Paswan echoed these sentiments, labeling the Emergency as a dark chapter of Indian history marked by repression and dictatorship. BJP MP Kangana Ranaut criticized the Congress, urging them to reflect on their historical actions before accusing others of endangering the Constitution, highlighting the enduring... [Read More]
26 June,2024 05:37 PM ISTUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath vehemently criticized the Congress, marking the 50th anniversary of the 1975 emergency as a dark chapter in India`s parliamentary history. He accused the then Congress government, led by Indira Gandhi, of suffocating democracy by suspending the Constitution and imprisoning opposition leaders like Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Morarji Desai, Jayaprakash Narayan, and Lal Krishna Advani. Yogi Adityanath emphasized that despite changes in personnel, the Congress party`s fundamental nature and actions remain unchanged, echoing the authoritarian tendencies witnessed half a century ago. This anniversary serves as a reminder of the perils of curtailing democratic freedoms.... [Read More]
25 June,2024 01:06 PM ISTThe 2024 Lok Sabha Elections concluded on June 4, marking the world`s largest democracy festival. The NDA secured a decisive majority, with BJP leading with 240 seats. On June 9, PM Modi and his ministers were sworn in amid global leaders. Pakistan, unsettled by Modi`s third term, voiced continual hostility. At a June 13 US State Dept briefing, a Pakistani journalist failed to sway opinion against India, alleging PM Modi`s Hindu-centric policies. The US State Dept declined comment on India`s internal affairs, instead celebrating India`s elections. Despite global leaders congratulating PM Modi on June 4, Pakistan awaited his oath ceremony.... [Read More]
20 June,2024 05:22 PM ISTBrief: Vijay Diwas is celebrated on December 16 every year in honour of the Indian armed forces’ victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war. Fifty years ago, the day marked the largest military surrender after the Second World War, as 93,000 soldiers of the Pakistan Army laid down their arms before the Indian forces -- resulting in the liberation of Bangladesh, formerly East Pakistan. Vijay Diwas is to commemorate the victory of the Indian Armed Forces against the Pakistani troops in the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. Tributes are paid to martyrs who lost their lives to defend their nation. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on December 16 laid a wreath at the National War Memorial on the occasion of ‘Vijay Diwas’, commemorating India`s victory over Pakistan in the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. Attending the Vijay Diwas exhibition in Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi checked out the stalls at the exhibition on December 15. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also accompanied the PM at the exhibition. With the partition of India in 1947, West and East Pakistan came into being. The 1970 parliamentary elections ended with an overwhelming number of East Pakistanis voting for a political party that advocated autonomy for East Pakistan. However, these efforts were blocked by the army and the then Pakistani government. Mass protests in the Eastern part began, but were brutally suppressed by the Pakistan Army.In effect a massive refugee movement began in neighbouring India. East Pakistani guerilla forces, backed by India, fought the Pakistan Army in 1971. Pakistan responded with air attacks on India, resulting in open war between the two powers beginning on December 3. The war between India and Pakistan lasted for 13 days, ending on December 16, 1971. The 1971 War between the India and Pakistan forces played a key role in the liberation of Bangladesh. Following this, a new country came into being, Bangladesh. Hence, the day is also celebrated in Bangladesh as ‘Bijoy Dibos’ or ‘Victory Day’.... [Read More]
16 December,2022 03:09 PM IST | DelhiVijay Diwas is celebrated on December 16 every year in honour of the Indian armed forces’ victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war. Fifty years ago, the day marked the largest military surrender after the Second World War, as 93,000 soldiers of the Pakistan Army laid down their arms before the Indian forces -- resulting in the liberation of Bangladesh, formerly East Pakistan. Vijay Diwas is to commemorate the victory of the Indian Armed Forces against the Pakistani troops in the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. Tributes are paid to martyrs who lost their lives to defend their nation. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on December 16 laid a wreath at the National War Memorial on the occasion of ‘Vijay Diwas’, commemorating India`s victory over Pakistan in the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. Attending the Vijay Diwas exhibition in Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi checked out the stalls at the exhibition on December 15. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also accompanied the PM at the exhibition. With the partition of India in 1947, West and East Pakistan came into being. The 1970 parliamentary elections ended with an overwhelming number of East Pakistanis voting for a political party that advocated autonomy for East Pakistan. However, these efforts were blocked by the army and the then Pakistani government. Mass protests in the Eastern part began but were brutally suppressed by the Pakistan Army. In effect, a massive refugee movement began in neighbouring India. East Pakistani guerilla forces, backed by India, fought the Pakistan Army in 1971. Pakistan responded with air attacks on India, resulting in an open war between the two powers beginning on December 3. The war between India and Pakistan lasted for 13 days, ending on December 16, 1971. The 1971 War between the Indian and Pakistan forces played a key role in the liberation of Bangladesh. Following this, a new country came into being, Bangladesh. Hence, the day is also celebrated in Bangladesh as ‘Bijoy Dibos’ or ‘Victory Day’.... [Read More]
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