BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has accused Congress of inciting the Muslim community for political gain, likening the party’s actions to the pre-independence Muslim League. He also condemned the opposition's election promises.
08 November,2024 11:38 AM IST | Mumbai
As India prepares for Diwali celebrations, uncertainty about the exact date has emerged, affecting stock market holiday schedules. With Diwali festivities set for either October 31 or November 1, the stock exchanges will remain open on October 31 and observe a holiday on November 1, hosting a special Muhurat Trading session in the evening.
31 October,2024 10:31 AM IST | Mumbai
Buying gold on Dhanteras has been a long-standing tradition in Hindu culture. Gold is not only a symbol of wealth but also of divine blessings
28 October,2024 03:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Dhanteras 2024 will be celebrated on October 29, marking the start of Diwali. Discover the significance of this day, puja muhurat timings, and the best time to buy gold and silver for prosperity and good fortune.
28 October,2024 12:15 PM IST | Mumbai | Anisha Shrivastava
As Diwali approaches, Guwahati markets are filled with people buying traditional oil lamps. Traders report higher diya prices this year, but expect sales to rise. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma shared scenes from Lakshmi Puja festivities at Bijni Lakshmi Mandir.
24 October,2024 11:09 AM IST | Guwahati
On the day of Dhanteras 2024, devotees must perform Lakshmi Puja in the 'Pradosh Kaal' as the 'Sthir Lagna' arrives around this time. 'Sthir' means to remain still or fixed. It is believed that if the Puja is conducted during this auspicious time, Goddess Lakshmi stays in the house, bringing prosperity and wealth in the family
23 October,2024 04:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
With a vision to empower women about the importance of early detection of breast cancer and to start a population-based breast cancer screening programme, she founded Ushalakshmi Breast Cancer Foundation, a ‘not-for-profit breast cancer charity in September 2007
16 October,2024 01:51 PM IST | Hyderabad | IANS
A 29-year-old woman’s decomposed body, dismembered into over 50 parts and stored in a refrigerator, left a deep sense of unease and fear throughout the city. Mid-day spoke to experts to understand whether such acts are caused by broader socioeconomic issues rather than individual moral faults.
08 October,2024 11:49 AM IST | Mumbai | Sanjana Deshpande
The tournament begins on October 3 with the opening clash between Bangladesh and Scotland, which will be officiated by Claire Polosak of Australia and Agenbag
27 September,2024 07:05 PM IST | Dubai | mid-day online correspondent
On MS Subbulakshmi's 108th birth anniversary, actress Vidya Balan recreated the iconic singer's saree looks from the 60s and 80s. Netizens pointed out the uncanny resemblance between the two artists
16 September,2024 10:51 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
