CY Gopinath, in Bangkok, throws unique light and shadows on Mumbai, the city that raised him. Email: cygopi@gmail.com
Six persons per square metre is the norm. Mumbai’s locals carry 16 at rush hour. I learnt what this means when I boarded the Virar Fast... [Read More]
24 December,2024 08:30 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathThey bombard their customers with useless messages daily. It’s an epidemic where everyone shouts and no one hears anyone... [Read More]
17 December,2024 08:00 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathThe bookshop had planned a luminous evening of conversation between a beloved star and a visionary author. Here’s what happened... [Read More]
10 December,2024 08:25 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathAmong ancient hard drives, I found a glitchy file with words apparently translated from the original Aramaic words of Jesus... [Read More]
02 December,2024 08:02 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathIn 1968, George Harrison gave a guitar to a Bandra family. Not realising that the musical instrument was a gift, they kept it in their store room and forgot about it... [Read More]
26 November,2024 07:23 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathAn Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet crashed on Wednesday in western Kazakhstan, with atleast 35 people feared dead, officials said. Pics/AFP... [Read More]
25 December,2024 09:29 PM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]
25 December,2024 07:30 PM ISTThe Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Botanical Garden and Zoological Museum, popularly known as Byculla Zoo, in central Mumbai, saw a large number of visitors on Wednesday. The zoo, which is closed on Wednesdays, remained open on Christmas and organised various games and activities for children (PICS/ASHISH RAJE)... [Read More]
25 December,2024 07:34 PM ISTThe first phase of the Balasaheb Thackeray Rashtriya Smarak at Mayor’s Bungalow premises in Dadar has been completed on Wednesday, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) stated in a press release (PICS/MMRDA)... [Read More]
25 December,2024 06:34 PM ISTThe festive afternoon in Mumbai was marred by heavy smog that engulfed key areas of the city, including Dadar and Lower Parel. Pics/Ashish Raje... [Read More]
25 December,2024 06:27 PM ISTWe take a glimpse into how sports stars embraced the holiday spirit, celebrating Christmas with their families through joyful traditions and unforgettable moments. (Photos: Instagram/Getty Images)... [Read More]
25 December,2024 06:34 PM ISTA nine-year-old girl was crushed to death after a water tank collapsed in the Nagpada area of Mumbai on Wednesday afternoon. Three people have also suffered injuries in the incident (PICS/SHADAB KHAN)... [Read More]
25 December,2024 04:17 PM ISTPresident Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi were among the dignitaries who joined a prayer ceremony at the memorial of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on Wednesday to pay tributes to him on his birth centenary. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
25 December,2024 03:31 PM ISTZoya Akhtar was among the few who hosted a grand Christmas party for their friends. The star-studded party saw the who`s who of the industry gather to make each other`s day a lot more merrier. From Shah Rukh Khan`s wife, Gauri Khan, to Suhana Khan, Shahid Kapoor with his wife Mira Kapoor, Farhan Akhtar, Shibani Dandekar, Javed Akhtar, Sanjay Kapoor, and several other Bollywood celebrities were seen at Zoya Akhtar`s lively Christmas gathering, marking a festive celebration with friends and family. Watch the full video to see who all marked their presence at the starry party ... [Read More]
25 December,2024 09:37 PM ISTSinger B Praak attended the Bhasma Aarti at the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, where he had a memorable experience. He also mentioned that his upcoming bhajan, dedicated to Mahakal, reflects this devotion. Praak expressed his admiration for India, emphasising its greatness, and sang a few lines from the bhajan during his visit.... [Read More]
25 December,2024 06:49 PM ISTJust how fast the night changes! It has been exactly one year since Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt introduced their baby princess, Raha, to the world. Now, one year later, Raha is all grown up, wishing the paparazzi "Merry Christmas" and blowing flying kisses at them! Dressed in a beautiful white frock, Raha Bhatt Kapoor wished everyone "Merry Christmas" in the sweetest voice as Ranbir and Alia brought her out for the photo-op. She also waved at the paparazzi and, as the family headed inside, said goodbye and blew flying kisses, leaving everyone enchanted. Watch the sweetest video of the day here!... [Read More]
25 December,2024 06:42 PM ISTBollywood actor-producer Jackky Bhagnani celebrated his milestone 40th birthday in grand style, surrounded by close friends and family. His wife, Rakul Preet Singh, joined in the celebration, twinned in elegant black matching outfits. The star-studded guest list featured several prominent Bollywood celebrities, including Aayush Sharma, Bhumi Pednekar, Amruta Fadnavis, Kajal Aggarwal, Nushrratt Bharuccha, and the beloved couple Genelia and Ritesh Deshmukh. The party was hosted at their residence.... [Read More]
25 December,2024 06:37 PM ISTThe public verdict is finally in on Varun Dhawan`s starrer and Atlee`s-backed high-octane action thriller `Baby John.` The much anticipated film has sparked a range of reactions. Varun Dhawan delivers a powerful performance, showcasing his versatility as an action hero, though some feel he still has room to improve. Kalees` storytelling style was widely praised. Audiences particularly loved the second half, with Salman Khan’s cameo being a standout moment. The music and background score also received praise for adding to the film’s intensity. The movie, which also stars Keerthy Suresh, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jackie Shroff, and child actor Khushi Bhardwaj, was lauded for its strong performances across the cast.... [Read More]
25 December,2024 06:03 PM ISTOn December 25, sirens sounded across central Israel as a missile, launched from Yemen, was intercepted. The Israeli military confirmed the missile was shot down before it reached Israeli land. Reuters footage from Tel Aviv showed the missile streaking through the sky followed by a loud explosion. The missile attack is believed to have been carried out by the Houthi rebels from Yemen, who have previously launched drones and missiles toward Israel. The Houthis claim these attacks are acts of solidarity with Palestinians. In response, Israel has asked its embassies in Europe to push for the Houthis to be declared a terrorist group, as they are backed by Iran.... [Read More]
25 December,2024 05:45 PM ISTOn December 25, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for several development projects in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh. The event was held to mark the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Before the ceremony, PM Modi took part in a roadshow in Khajuraho, where he was warmly greeted by the locals. The development projects aimed at improving infrastructure and promoting tourism in the region are expected to bring significant benefits to the area. The celebration also honored the legacy of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who had a strong influence on the country`s growth and progress.... [Read More]
25 December,2024 04:42 PM ISTAn Embraer EMBR3.SA passenger plane, operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, crashed near Aktau in Kazakhstan on December 25 while en route from Baku, Azerbaijan, to Grozny, Russia. The plane, carrying 67 passengers and five crew members, had been rerouted due to heavy fog in Grozny. Preliminary reports indicate that 12 people survived the crash. Kazakh authorities are investigating the incident and exploring various possible causes, including technical issues. Russian news agencies reported the plane had been traveling to Chechnya before the crash occurred. Rescue operations are ongoing as authorities work to determine the full details of the tragic event. Further investigations are underway to clarify the cause of the crash.... [Read More]
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