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
08 January,2025 11:59 AM IST | Nascimento Pinto
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
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
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
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
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
As Mumbai's Kolis, the city's fishing community comes together today to celebrate Narali Purnima, also known as Nariyal Purnima, showcase their culture with the coconut, boats, song, dance and food
19 August,2024 05:52 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
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Being hosted at different gardens in Colaba, Bandra, Juhu and Borivali in Mumbai, the silent reading communities are inspired by Cubbon Reads in Bengaluru. At these meets, book lovers sit quietly and read with other like-minded people while enjoying the beauty of nature
10 August,2024 01:03 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Friendship Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the unique and cherished bonds you share with your friends. Rather than opting for the usual gifts, why not take the chance to create unforgettable memories together with fun and engaging activities as it is celebrated in India today
04 August,2024 02:17 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
The vibrant Chikhal Kalo Festival concluded with a spectacular array of activities at the Shree Devki Krishna Temple ground, Marcel, marking the end of a three-day celebration that has significantly contributed to the spiritual essence of Goa’s culture and traditions.
21 July,2024 11:21 PM IST | Nascimento PintoADVERTISEMENT