Diwali 2024, the festival of lights, sweets, celebrations and feast is here. Each year during Diwali, there is a big debate around practising the tradition of burning firecrackers during Diwali. Do firecrackers really symbolise Diwali? Well, historically, as per sources, Diwali had nothing to do with firecrackers! Let’s travel back in time and discover the journey of firecrackers in Diwali.
29 October,2024 01:31 PM IST
Dussehra 2024 is here and this marks the time when the Ramleela fervour reaches its peak. While most of us have seen the Ramleela as an audience on the stage, this video takes you behind the scenes. The Ramleela artists come together from different walks of life with only gola, to spread the name of their beloved Shri Ram. In this episode of Culture Beat, Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor went back stage of Ramleela at Mumbai’s Malad organised by the Shree Ram Lila Prachar Samiti, Malad - to capture the beauty of the making of a Ramleela. Take a look at this exclusive footage.
11 October,2024 07:45 PM IST
While holiday homes are a dream to many, they are generally seen as difficult dreams to realise by the middle-class segment. When owning a primary home in the expensive metro cities of India like Mumbai and Delhi looks difficult, second homes might seem even more impossible to buy but they surely don’t have to be so. In this episode of Money Matter, Mr. Punit Agarwal - CEO of Nirvana Realty speaks on the affordability of Holiday Homes for the middle-class and things to watch out for while buying a holiday home. Take a look
18 September,2024 05:43 PM IST
Harmeet Dhillon, a Civil Rights attorney and leader in the Republican Party, led an 'Ardas' prayer at the Republican National Convention. She respectfully covered her head and offered prayers, in the presence of Donald Trump. During her address, she denounced the violent attack on Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania, calling it heinous. She sung the prayer song. Dhillon highlighted the importance of unity and strength in the face of adversity, emphasizing the need to uphold principles of freedom and democracy. Her participation underscored her commitment to defending civil rights and supporting the Republican cause during the convention. Watch video.
16 July,2024 01:07 PM IST
Eid al-Adha is approaching, and it is only right to cook something delicious to celebrate the festival. Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi, in an Eid special episode with mid-day.com, shared the delicious recipe for Sheer Khurma and talked about his journey, decision to become a chef, invention of Namak Shamak, and his new show with Bharti Singh. Harpal shared that Arjun Bijlani and Aly Goni are the front benchers of his new show. Watch the full video to know more spicy gossip.#eidaladha2024 #chefharpalsingh #sheerkhurma #chefharpalsinghsokhi #foodrecipe #namakshamak #eidrecipe
17 June,2024 06:46 PM IST | Mumbai
On June 17, devout Muslims in India congregated in mosques to observe Eid-ul-Adha, a significant day on the Islamic calendar celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah. This auspicious occasion marks the culmination of the Hajj pilgrimage and commemorates Prophet Abraham’s unwavering devotion to God. Eid-ul-Adha is a time of joy and unity, where families come together, reconcile differences, and forge stronger bonds. It symbolizes sacrifice and charity, encouraging compassion towards others. Across the country, the faithful embraced the spirit of peace, reflecting on the values of sacrifice and faith that define this sacred festival.
17 June,2024 10:18 AM IST
A private screening of the film 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' was organised at the YRF studio on Wednesday evening. The makers and a few other celebrities were seen at the intimate screening. While Tiger Shroff, who is one of the leads alongside Akshay Kumar, made an appearance, Disha Patani too was seen at the screening. There have been rumours of the two patching up and her appearance at the screening has only added fuel to the rumours. Rakul Preet Singh, Shilpa Shetty, Jackky Bhagnani, Siddharth Anand were also present at the screening.
11 April,2024 06:43 PM IST
As Ramadan comes to an end, Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations kick in across the country. Muslims across the country gathered at religious places to offer Eid prayers. An air of festivity and celebration was palpable at Delhi’s iconic Jama Masjid on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr. Devotees filled the Jama Masjid in bright attires on April 11 to offer prayers on Eid. In Mumbai, devotees gathered at Mahim Masjid to offer ‘namaz’ on Eid-ul-Fitr. Devotees in MP’s Bhopal offered Eid prayers at Eidgah with family and friends. Eidgah in Assam’s Guwahati witnessed a large number of devotees on the occasion of revered Eid. Eid ul-Fitr is celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, the 10th month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The festival is of great significance due to the moon sighting which has been part of Islamic culture for a long time. It is believed that Prophet Muhammad used to wait for news of sightings of the crescent moon as it indicated the beginning of a new month.
11 April,2024 11:14 AM IST
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Union Home Minister Amit Shah took part in the Holi celebrations in Ahmedabad on March 25. Notably, Holi is a celebration of liveliness, joy, familial ties and close bonds. Holi festival marks the beginning of spring after a long winter season. “I want to extend my greetings to all citizens of the country on Holi. Holi festival has been celebrated here for many years. In a way, Holi is the symbol of the triumph of truth over lies…This is a festival of equality too. When everyone gets covered in colours, neither their clothes nor faces are clear and neither the forward nor the backward are seen. Today, the entire country is celebrating Holi. My greetings to all citizens of the country…For Lord Ram devotees across the world, this is a special Holi…. Today Raghuvir is playing Holi in Awadh. It is a matter of great joy for us…,” said Amit Shah
26 March,2024 09:36 AM IST
On the eve of Holi celebrations, ‘Holika Dahan’ was celebrated across the nation. From Kolkata to Rajkot, people celebrated this auspicious occasion with great enthusiasm. Devotees performed ‘puja’ during ‘Holika Dahan’ in Kolkata. A fair was organised in Gujarat’s Rajkot district on ‘Holika Dahan’. People adorned each other with colourful ‘gulal’ in Ayodhya on the eve of Holi. Bhubaneswar witnessed a great Holi fervour as youth drenched themselves by splashing colours on each other. Notably, Holika Dahan is a ritual that symbolises the victory of good over evil which involves lighting bonfires, signifying the burning of the demon Holika. Holi also known as the "Festival of Colours," is a vibrant festival celebrated with enthusiasm across India. Amidst the revelry, traditional sweets are shared, fostering a sense of community and togetherness.
25 March,2024 11:20 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
