In this exclusive episode of Straight Talk on Mid-day, Katyayani Kapoor sits down with business tycoon Yash Birla for a candid conversation. Discover Yash Birla’s incredible journey as he shares his life lessons, the role spirituality plays in his decision-making, and his heartfelt love story with Avanti Birla. From navigating challenges to handling the colossal Birla empire, this interview provides an intimate look at the man behind the legacy. Don’t miss this insightful and inspiring conversation.
14 December,2024 11:13 PM IST
In a tragic incident, a motorcyclist was severely injured after a crane fell on the eastern expressway. The crane was traveling towards Bhandup from Alibaug on a trailer along the eastern expressway. While descending the Ghatkopar bridge, the trailer's rope snapped, causing the crane to fall onto the road below. A motorcyclist came under the crane, and his legs were severed from his body. He has been admitted to Sion Hospital for treatment. The Ghatkopar bridge has been closed for traffic for the last six hours, and traffic is being diverted via the service road.
14 December,2024 12:51 PM IST
If you are looking for some respite from the hustle and bustle of Amchi Mumbai in the lap of nature, the day is not far away when you can enjoy a forest walkway right inside Mumbai. Inspired by Singapore’s forest walkways, this 705-meter-long elevated forest walkway offers a ton of features for walkers and nature enthusiasts. What all is there to explore? Here’s Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor taking you through this journey.
12 December,2024 07:00 PM IST
Have you been to a Circus lately? If not, take this as a sign to visit one and head to Rambo Circus in Borivali. The history of Circus in India dates back to 135 years and when it comes to Rambo Circus, it has been entertaining its audience with hair-raising stunts since 1991. What goes on behind the scenes of the life of a circus artist? Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor takes you through in this exclusive episode of Inside Access. Take a look.
12 December,2024 06:00 PM IST
Today on 7th December, Mahayuti leaders took oath of MLA. CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar — were administered the oath as MLAs by the Legislative Assembly's Pro-tem Speaker Kalidas Kolambkar on the first day of the three-day special session.
07 December,2024 04:57 PM IST
After the Maharashtra CM oath ceremony, CM Devendra Fadnavis said, "The first signature that I have done today is that I have decided to give Rs 5 lakhs from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund to a patient for bone marrow transplant treatment... The kind of mandate we have received this time, I believe that there is definitely a pressure of that mandate, pressure of people's love on us and I feel that. When expectations are big, the challenge is also big, because people have expectations from you, so definitely there is pressure on me and as far as the question of fiscal discipline is concerned, we will definitely have to work on it, because we have made a very ambitious plan..."
06 December,2024 01:45 PM IST
Shiv Sena Chief Eknath Shinde was sworn in as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra along with Ajit Pawar. After the ceremony he said, "Devendra Fadnavis has taken oath as CM in a historic swearing-in ceremony. I congratulate him. Maharashtra is a state that gives ideological direction to the country and I, who comes from a simple farmer family, got the opportunity to become the CM of such a state...PM Narendra Modi also supported us completely, gave us full strength. Union HM Amit Shah also stood behind us with full strength...And that is why we could do so much work in 2.5 years. We have taken so many historic decisions. This will be written in golden letters. I had said that in this election, we will see the result of the 2.5 year tenure of the government, we will get the blessings of the people. I am also happy that when we started, 2.5 years ago, 40 people were with us, today 60 people are there. Earlier I used to consider myself as a common man, not a Chief Minister, now as DCM, I consider myself dedicated common man... I will fully support the CM and cooperate with him..."
06 December,2024 01:38 PM IST
Shiv Sena Chief Eknath Shinde and NCP Chief Ajit Pawar took oath as Deputy CM of Maharashtra. PM Modi congratulated the two on their oath as Deputy CMs. Before the two leaders took oath, Devendra Fadnavis took oath as the CM of Maharashtra. From Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP national president JP Nadda, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, UP CM Yogi Adityanath and CMs & Deputy CMs of NDA-ruled states, Union Ministers to NDA leaders were present at the swearing-in ceremony.
05 December,2024 06:32 PM IST
Spectators gathered in hundreds to watch the ultimate show of Indian Navy’s bravery at the Gateway of India. To commemorate the Navy Day 2024, a spectacular ceremony was organised which saw attendance of some distinguished gathering of senior government officials, veterans, and dignitaries who joined to honour the sacrifices and dedication of the Navy's brave warriors. The event graced by the Hon'ble Governor of Maharashtra, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, as Chief Guest included captivating performances by Sea Cadet Corps, the Navy’s acclaimed musical band. Take a look.
05 December,2024 04:18 PM IST
25-year-old Srishti Tuli, an Air India pilot, was found dead at her rented flat behind Marol Police Camp in Andheri (East) on Monday under mysterious conditions. Mumbai police called it a prima facie suicide case, but her relative Vivek Tuli, while speaking to ANI, denied this possibility and said that she cannot commit suicide. He further said that based on his investigations their might be a case of blackmail, which ultimately led to her death.
29 November,2024 05:40 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
