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IN PHOTOS: Did you know Mumbai's churches with stained glass depict the Nativity of Jesus?

As the world celebrated Christmas this week, mid-day.com explores stained glass in Mumbai’s churches and how they depict the Nativity of Jesus. City architects, conservationists and enthusiasts dive into the depiction, connection between stained glass and churches, and need for conservation

06 December,2024 02:54 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Bandra Fair will take place from September 8 to September 15 this year around Mount Mary Church. Photos Courtesy: Nascimento Pinto

IN PHOTOS: Mumbaikars, devotees throng Bandra Fair in large numbers around Mount Mary Church

Some 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

03 December,2024 04:57 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Lalbaugcha Raja 2024 (Pic: Atul Kamble)

IN PHOTOS | Ganeshotsav 2024: Did you know this about Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai?

Ganeshotsav 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.

09 September,2024 05:53 PM IST | Raaina Jain
The Nativity of Mother Mary, more popularly known as the birthday of Mother Mary, was celebrated by Mumbai's Catholics on Sunday, September 8. Photos Courtesy: Nascimento Pinto

IN PHOTOS: Mount Mary Church shines bright with decorations as Bandra Fair gets underway

As 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

09 September,2024 04:58 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Olympic cauldron (Pic: AFP)

IN PHOTOS | Paris Games come to an end: Glimpses from the Paralympics 2024 closing ceremony

Paris 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)

09 September,2024 03:00 PM IST | Raaina Jain
Every year, many lakhs of devotees come to visit Bandra Fair to pray and indulge in the festivities that started many hundreds of years ago. Photos Courtesy: Nascimento Pinto

IN PHOTOS: As Bandra Fair begins, here's all you need to know about the history of the week-long celebration

Every 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

08 September,2024 09:53 AM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Sweets can be made healty by simply replacing one or two ingredients like sugar with jaggery or make them out of dry fruits. Photos Courtesy: Pixabay/File pic

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

07 September,2024 09:30 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Mid-day's lifestyle stories that reflect different aspects of Ganeshotsav 2024

IN PHOTOS | Ganeshotsav 2024: Mid-day’s top 7 lifestyle stories for weekend reading

As Ganeshotsav 2024 kicks off in different parts of the country, food, décor, fashion and culture are all in the limelight. From innovative modak recipes to cultural transformation of the festival, here are 7 special stories that talk about different aspects of this 10-day long celebration.

07 September,2024 06:11 PM IST | Raaina Jain
Just like Maharashtra, Goans celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi to the fullest with not only devotion but also food and festivities. Photo Courtesy: Goa Tourism

IN PHOTOS: How Goa celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi with culture, tradition and food

Just 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

07 September,2024 01:30 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Many Paris locations have been popularised by the show 'Emily in Paris'

IN PHOTOS | In the footsteps of 'Emily in Paris': A tour through the city’s new landmarks

The first part of the fourth season of 'Emily in Paris' released this August and the second part will be out on September 12. The show has not only become a pop culture phenomenon but also popularised the lanes, monuments and restaurants of Paris. Tourists from across the globe are exploring these places and capturing pictures to replicate Emily’s adventures. Here, we take a look at some of these Paris locations. (All images: AFP)

06 September,2024 04:51 PM IST | Raaina Jain
Indian idolmakers use different materials to make it not only wool but also pulses and metal. Photos Courtesy: PTI

IN PHOTOS: Ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi, Indian idolmakers work on unique Ganesha idols

As 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

05 September,2024 02:22 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
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