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Population control move comes as the region’s sugarcane fields have become a hotspot for man-animal conflict... [Read More]
09 September,2024 06:45 AM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavNine-feet marsh crocodile, possibly displaced from Tulsi, ends up in Mulund housing society before being rescued... [Read More]
09 September,2024 06:53 AM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavThree dumping sites have been proposed. Project expected to save motorists’ time, cut short journey by 12 km... [Read More]
06 September,2024 08:54 AM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavThe bird was under care for 15 days at the multi-speciality hospital in MLRC and after a remarkable recovery, the heron was released back into the wild.... [Read More]
04 September,2024 12:51 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavOwners protest outside dairy commissioner’s office against the handing over of their stalls to Mahananda Dairy... [Read More]
03 September,2024 06:50 AM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavHere`s a look at India`s best-ever campaign at the Para Games edition, Paris Paralympics 2024 (Pic: File Pic/X)... [Read More]
09 September,2024 06:22 PM ISTGaneshotsav 2024 has commenced with much fanfare in Mumbai. As people visit Ganpati pandals in the city, Lalbaugcha Raja is a name that probably finds a mention in every devotee’s list. It is one of the most famous and revered Ganpati idols of Mumbai. Here are some little-known facts about Lalbaugcha Raja.... [Read More]
09 September,2024 05:53 PM ISTThe Ambani family celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with extra joy this year, as it was Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant`s first festival together as a married couple. Many Bollywood celebrities put their best traditional fashion foot forward as they graced the festivities at Antilla. From Kareena Kapoor in a red Sabyasachi to Karan Johar in a shiny green kurta, check out who wore what at Ambani`s Ganpati celebration this year... [Read More]
09 September,2024 06:12 PM ISTParis Paralympics 2024 closed on Sunday with a giant music-fuelled party as chief organiser Tony Estanguet said the Games (Olympics and Paralympics) had created a "historic summer". Here are some highlights from the closing ceremony. (Pics: AFP)... [Read More]
09 September,2024 03:00 PM ISTUnion Home Minister Amit Shah, during his two-day visit to Mumbai, attended the Ganeshotsav 2024 festivities in the financial capital (Pics/CMO)... [Read More]
09 September,2024 01:53 PM ISTMumbai is lit, and the city is celebrating the biggest festival of the year, Ganesh Chaturthi. Many celebs have also welcomed Ganpati Bappa to their homes. While a few welcomed Ganesh for five days, TV actors including Arjun Bijlani, Gurmeet Choudhary, and Ravi Dubey bid adieu to Ganesha after one and a half days. See pics of TV actors.... [Read More]
09 September,2024 01:33 PM ISTNCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar on Monday visited Mumbai`s iconic Lalbaugcha Raja and paid his obeisance during Ganeshotsav 2024 festivities. Pics/ Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal... [Read More]
09 September,2024 12:24 PM ISTThe Ambani family do everything on a grand scale- whether it is weddings or festivals. The richest family in India know a thing or two about opulence and the past weekend saw the family welcome and bid adieu to Bappa in a grand manner. After hosting celebs for Ganesh puja on Saturday, they bid adieu to the Lord on Sunday. Take a look at the pictures here (All Pics/Yogen Shah)... [Read More]
09 September,2024 11:05 AM ISTThe biggest Dahi Handi championship - Pro Govinda 2024 event took place in Mumbai on 18th August which saw the clash of the best Dahi-Handi champion teams. In the Semi-final event, the fight was between four teams - Kolhapur Kings (Balveer Govinda), vs Latur Legends (Yash Govinda) And Satara Singhams Jai Jawaan Govinda vs Alibaug Knights (Shree Aagreshwar Govinda). Satara Singhams Jai Jawaan Govinda. The winning trophy given by Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde went to Satara Singhams - i.e Jai Jawaan Govinda along with a prize of 25 lakh Rupees. Here are the top highlights from the thrilling Pro Govinda event along with the winning moments.... [Read More]
19 August,2024 03:17 PM ISTThe 11-day Ganeshotsav kicked off with lots of enthusiasm today with devotees worshipping Lord Ganesh at home and the Ganpati pandals across the city. Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray visited the Lalbaugcha Raja pandal to worship Lalbaugcha Raja. Thackeray arrived at the pandal around 1 pm and attended the full first aarti of Lalbaugcha Raja. Watch the video.... [Read More]
07 September,2024 03:11 PM ISTDevotees flocked to Mumbai’s iconic Lalbaugcha Raja to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi with fervent devotion. The festival, which began on September 7 this year, marks the fourth day of the Hindu lunisolar calendar month `Bhadrapada` and is observed over ten days, concluding with `Anantha Chaturdashi`. The highlight of this year’s celebrations was the unveiling of the first look of the revered Lalbaugcha Raja idol, which drew immense crowds eager to witness and offer their prayers to the majestic deity. Ganesh Chaturthi, a festival dedicated to Lord Ganesha, is a time of vibrant festivities, elaborate decorations, and heartfelt prayers, reflecting the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of Mumbai. The Lalbaugcha Raja, renowned for its grand decorations and significant cultural impact, continues to be a central figure in the city’s celebrations, symbolizing the essence of devotion and community spirit.... [Read More]
09 September,2024 03:11 PM ISTThink twice before swiping right! Mid-day`s dating app scam expose has brought to the forefront one of the murkiest nexus between some young girls and a few Mumbai nightclubs who are implicating men to shell out hefty bills. Following the complaints by Mid-day readers, a sting operation conducted by Mid-day reporters Samiullah Khan and Shirish Vaktania has exposed manipulative techniques being used by nightclubs to bring business through a well-curated plan by their PR. In this episode of Mid-day explains, we bring to you what this expose is all about and went behind the scenes of this Mid-day sting operation. ... [Read More]
01 September,2024 12:15 PM ISTThe 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. ... [Read More]
09 April,2024 02:59 PM ISTFrom the spectacular kicking movements of Kung-Fu to the timeless techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Martial Arts across different regions in the World have been a significant cultural imprint of that region. Even in the region of Maharastra, different Martial arts were popularised and developed based on the cultural and social significance needed during that particular time frame of warfare one of the most significant being Mardaani Khel. `Mardaani Khel`, translating to `the game of warriors`, got heavily popularised during the era of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and its tactics are known to be used extensively by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj himself. On the occasion of Maharashtra Day 2024, we delve into the moves and the history of Maharastra’s real martial art - Mardaani Khel. Whether you`re a seasoned practitioner or a curious observer, get ready to be mesmerized by Maharashtra’s real martial art.... [Read More]
30 April,2024 02:59 PM ISTDid you know, that the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Colaba is even older than the Gateway of India? Have you ever wondered, why is the Elephanta Caves called so? This World Heritage Day 2024, get ready to explore Mumbai’s heritage like never before. The Colaba area of Mumbai holds a treasure of history with remarkable monuments and structures that narrate the tale of Mumbai’s glorious past. Among them, Mumbai’s Gateway of India and the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel stand as majestic landmarks bridging Mumbai’s modern present to its hair-raising history. In this series of Mid-day Xplore, Mid-day`s journalist Katyayani Kapoor explores Gateway of India and Taj Mahal Palace Hotel with the founder of Mumbai Heritage Tours - Pranav Damle who gives a peek into the untold and rare history of South Mumbai`s remarkable heritage honouring the heritage of Mumbai this World Heritage Day.... [Read More]
17 April,2024 02:59 PM ISTThe Union Budget 2024 was announced on 23rd July by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. While the budget touched upon varied sectors of priorities for the government, it has raised several questions for the middle class. Are the taxes simplified enough? Will the standard deductions given matter much? What should be the right approach to investing? In the episode of Money Matters, Certified Financial Planner and SEBI Registered Investment Advisor Kalpesh Ashar in conversation with Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor explains various aspects of personal finance related to this year’s budget. From the widening of the tax slabs, raising STT on F&O, and raising taxes on Capital Gains to the new pension scheme for minors, in this video Kalpesh Ashar busts the myth and explains how these reforms can impact you. ... [Read More]
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